Christopher Wayne Unrein

With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Christopher Wayne Unrein, 38, of Lubbock, TX, on Tuesday, December 5, 2023.

Chris was born to Roger and Karla Unrein on May 20, 1985, in Lubbock, TX. Chris was born and raised in Lubbock, graduating from Lubbock Cooper High School in 2003. Chris’s love and passion for music inspired him to attend South Plains College for musical production. He continued to pursue his love of guitars and writing music while earning his degree as a surgical technician. Chris traveled across the United States, serving multiple hospital organizations and assisting many as a surgical technician.

Those left to cherish his memory are his parents, Roger and Karla Unrein; a sister, Kaye (Rudy) Fabila; and nephew, Zakary Nolan Fabila of Lubbock, TX. Chris was preceded in death by his grandparents, Ralph and Bonnie Unrein of Lubbock, TX; William Prater of Monahans, TX; Linda Westbury of Lubbock, TX; and his aunt and uncle, Alan and Melissa Prater of Amarillo, TX.

Chris’ family will receive friends with a time of visitation beginning at 11 AM on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at Combest Family Memorial Chapel. A funeral service will follow at 12 PM on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at Combest Family Memorial Chapel.

For friends and loved ones, in lieu of flowers, we kindly ask you to make donations to South Plains SPCA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) in honor of Chris Unrein’s love for dogs (www.sp-spca.org).