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2002
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2015
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for Christopher Wilkinson
Janice Wilkinson
March 2, 2023
Janice Wilkinson
March 2, 2023
Janice Wilkinson
March 2, 2023
Janice Wilkinson
March 2, 2023
Janice Wilkinson
March 2, 2023
Janice Wilkinson
March 2, 2023
It´s your mom, Chris. January 30, was 8 years since you´ve been gone. I miss you so much. You are at peace in Heaven. We have Christopher´s Tree at Knoch Park field 5 where you played baseball.
Love Mom
Mom
mia
February 27, 2023
love you chris
Arnell Urgena
April 8, 2022
I knew Chris from the baseball team in 6th grade 7th grade I remember crying when I heard the news while I talked to the school counselor asking why did this happen and thinking about how he´s really not coming back it was painful and not a year has gone by without me forgetting you i remember I was always getting hit by the ball in little league since I was a lefty batter and at the end of one game he went up to me and gave me a baseball that I lost due to me moving so much but he said it was signed by a bunch of MLB players. I will always remember that because it tells a lot about what kind of person he was and the amount of sympathy he had for others something the the world now days lacks
October 3, 2020
I’m glad people are still thinking about you as much as I am.
May 16, 2020
It's been a bit now and some nights are harder than others if I'm being honest. Tonight is one of the harder nights; however, I just wanted to say I miss you and our conversations. You're my inspiration, I do what I'm doing now for you just like you did for me when I was having low points. Junior year. it's crazy to think about how long it's been, but I know it's all going to get better one day. I hope you're okay. I hope that you are at rest. Not a day goes by where I don't think about you and those who know you, I wish the best for everyone. You, your family, and your friends. Only positivity that's what you taught me. Thank you for teaching me the base that I need to stand on to be strong for myself, thank you. Rest in peace.
April 9, 2020
It feels like forever now. The pain is still there; like a thorn you can't get out. It's still hard for me every year knowing you aren't here anymore. I can't help but wonder what you would be doing now; who you would have become. Not a day goes by where I don't miss you. Back then, we were close. You were like an older brother to me in a way and I looked up to you.
I miss playing dodge ball in the gym at the YMCA in the mornings before school would start. I miss hanging out with you and sharing laughs. On some days, I feel empty walking through the halls of school. Sometimes I hope I'd turn a corner and you'd be there. There are times where I'll cry during class because something reminds me of you. You'd be a junior this year... I hope you are at peace. Fly high, angel. <3
December 17, 2018
I remember having a few classes with you sixth grade. I remember you always being present, an engaged kid, someone who put effort and dedication into what you were working on. I remember we worked on an assignment together once, and you seemed like a person who was so energetic and playful. That's one of the few experiences in sixth grade that I have a clear vision of. Now, we weren't really friends, I would rather say acquaintances, but I definitely looked to you as someone who was similar to me, in that we both liked to mix in aspects of fun to make the school day go by, but still wanted to put in work on the assignments. This all happened four years ago, but somehow, even though I didn't know you that well, this has all stuck with me. I've been thinking about making a post on here for a while, and I felt it was right to put what I needed to say. I didn't quite exactly know what to say, but all I can think of to summarize this, is that I'm sorry, thank you for being that positive energy in class, and I do miss you, even if I didn't know you very well.
Rest in Peace
frank quintero
February 5, 2018
he was my best friend and he had a relly good freind that was allison brother we were good friend he was a god friend and to hear what happend its sad. he used to live a block away and we would go to the park the was so close to use he would alway be on the his skateboard now that im is middle school and to what happend it sad because i always wonderd what happend to him because we moved and i missed my friends but i went to cowlishaw elmentary school it was fun i will always remeber him
Your little Cousin Amanda
October 11, 2015
I love you so much Chris I miss you so much. I had so much fun with you at the pool the last few days! Love you super much
Christopher on summer vacation with Mom in June 2014.
Robert Wilkinson
July 15, 2015
Happy birthday, Janice. (July 15th)
The picture that I attached you gave me about a year ago, at the end of June when you and Chris went to Florida and stayed near Daytona Beach.
This is Jackie Robinson Ballpark, where one of the Cubs' minor league teams in located (warmer than Geneva...)
The quote on the sign that Chris standing in front of is not "A Life is Not Important, Except for the IMPACT it has on Other Lives."
You took 4 pictures, Christopher must have wanted to make sure you got a good one.
It's truly a blessing that Chris was able to see that last year. He definitely had an impact on my life and on others (from just the people I've seen post a message on here).
Chris DID HAVE AN IMPACT ON PEOPLE'S LIVES...a POSITIVE ONE. He cared about other people and tried to help others out when they needed it.
So, on YOUR BIRTHDAY, even though Christopher is not here to spend it with you in person, he's definitely with you and us spiritually. please remember the good times, and how his smile lit up the room.
Happy Birthday!
Love, Robert
Janice Wilkinson
June 23, 2015
Aaliyah, this Janice Chris's mom. There is a memorial tree for Chris and neck park Naperville. It's at knoch ball field 5Janice Chris's mom. There is a memorial tree for Chris at knoch park Naperville. It's at knoch ball field 5 on west street right behind the dugout and bleachers. I will post a pic of it. My number is 630-284-4953. Chris is not in a cemetary.
Aaliyah Oliver
June 22, 2015
Hi Chris, I miss you so much! It's so hard and I haven't been able to move on but I felt the need to get in contact with you. Chris you mean so much to so many people and you were truly an amazing friend! I miss you so so much and I don't know what I would do without all the support that I have helping me get through this. I think about you everyday and I hope to see you once my time comes. I miss you Chris
Love,
Aaliyah
Rob Wilkinson
May 28, 2015
I saw your friend's entry from a couple of days ago. You were special, and you still are special in my heart. I haven't typed anything here in almost three months, but I think about you every day. I saw your name on a Coke bottle today, "Christopher", and I was ready to snap it up to buy it for you.
Your Mom was ready and able to go back to work. Normally, I wouldn't find "going back to work" being good news, but your Mom has good friends at work who spent a lot of time with her and really care.
I wish we could change how your life ended...the fact that it ended...what seemed like too early.
I can only pray that God's WILL FOR YOU is to be with HIM in HEAVEN. You are with him now, so things must be okay.
I know that if I can ACCEPT the things I CANNOT change (your death), have PEACE with the things that I CAN control (my life now), and if God can give me the wisdom to KNOW the difference between: knowing what I CAN control and what I CAN'T CONTROL, then everything will be okay.
I love you! :-)
Uncle Rob
Aaliyah Oliver
May 25, 2015
Hey, it's been a while since you've been gone. It's hard dealing with you not being here but I'm slowly getting stronger. Chris I just want you too know because I never got the chance to tell you. You are like a brother to me and you know like what you truly were to me but. I can tell you that later on, maybe I could come and visit your grave some day. Chris I miss you so much school isn't the same without you. It's crazy different and I hate it, Chris I just want you to come back. I should probably stop typing because am crying my eyes out. But Chris one more thing that I want to tell you I want time to turn around. Please just come and visit me sometime. You will forever be in my heart Chris Wilkinson I want you to know that, I'll write you back tomorrow.
Rob Wilkinson
March 2, 2015
Just a little over a month since my nephew, Christopher Wilkinson, passed, I think everyone has grieved in our own ways. I've found myself still looking for his favorite lemonade that you could only get at "select" gas stations. :-)
Before he died, I think I also took for granted that he would always be there. I thought there'd be more time, and that we'd get to know each other better as he got older and we'd relate easier. Christopher died earlier than I ever would have expected. He'll always have a giant place in my heart.
I pray that God watch over Christopher and keep him safe. I pray that he has found his Grandma Eleanor in Heaven and that he will be waiting for me, some day down the road.
I still see remember his smile, and that makes me happy, too. :-)
Rob Wilkinson
February 22, 2015
It's just been 3 weeks since you passed away, and I still miss you dearly. It's hard to believe that you are gone from my daily life, but I know that I will be with you again, someday. Please give Grandma a hug and a smile that light up peoples' days. Love, Uncle Rob.
Andrea Sandy
February 17, 2015
Janice, I have no words. I can only weep.
Mom
February 14, 2015
I miss u so bad. I always told you that u were my heart. The grief is horrible. Someday we will see each other again.
February 10, 2015
Chris has gone to school with my daughter since first grade. I remember him from elementary school and he was always so friendly and always smiling. My heart breaks for your loss. Please know your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
February 9, 2015
I am so glad I knew you!
February 9, 2015
You always made me laugh!
February 9, 2015
Your smile and laugh lit up every room you entered. You will be missed so much
Jennifer & Mikaylee Brooks
February 9, 2015
Rest in Peace Christopher. Smile brightly down on those and protect your Mom, Family and Friends.
Charlene Walker
February 7, 2015
We are really sorry for the loss of your son, he was nice. We knew him well. Plus he was fun to play with and told a lot of funny jokes.
Megan and Morgan Walker
2010 Christopher, Jacob & Amanda :-)
Robert Wilkinson
February 6, 2015
2007 Chris on his New Bike: Who needs training wheels?
Robert Wilkinson
February 6, 2015
2005 Wisconsin Dells Deer Park: Chris (7) helps out Amanda (5)
Robert Wilkinson
February 6, 2015
2014 Naperville Little League World Series: Winners!
Robert Wilkinson
February 6, 2015
2014 Naperville Little League Championship (guess who won)
Rob Wilkinson
February 6, 2015
Christopher - I will always love you and I will always cherish the time that I spent with you.
Love,
Uncle Rob
February 6, 2015
I love you!
Chris' Team Wins City Champtionship
Rob Wilkinson
February 6, 2015
Christopher was my nephew, and I loved him very much. He was athletic, thoughtful, funny, and cared about other people more than he cared about himself.
I will miss him very much.
Christopher could pick up any sport and was naturally gifted. Around the age of 5, he was the best gymnast at the club he went to. There were no competitions at age 5. His talent was just obvious. He could do anything and showed no fear. He was truly amazing.
He also bowled and played baseball.
His Naperville Little League team won the city championship in 2014. I never saw him get so excited. He was on a great team, and he had great coaches who cared about the boys.
He was also a great bowler. Two years ago he made it into the State Championship Tournament in Carbondale.
My first selfish thought was that driving to Carbondale is 12 hours, round-trip. We could always go next month or next year...but we went.
I'm so glad that we did. We had a great time at the bowling alley and the hotel. God pointed me in making that decision.
Chris' Grandma Eleanor was in the nursing home for two years. We'd all go to visit her every weekend because there was nothing more precious to Grandma than the Grandkids. She waited 6 1/2 days a week for those few hours on the weekend with them. Christopher & Grandma are together now, and I hope they've been hugging each other since the moment he arrived.
Christopher had a great sense of humor and HUGE smile to go along with it. Three years ago, he was on the cover of the YMCA camp catalog. He actually made the Y look fun. He didn't get any royalties from the YMCA cover photo, but the that catalog will always be there...and I'll know that he wasn't thinking about "my day at the Y" when he flashed his smile. :-)
He loved his pets, a dog and three cats right now, but he had many others that passed away. He'd be so sad to see them go when it was their time. They were lucky to have him as a friend.
I really wish I would have gotten to spend more time with Chris. Just a few months ago we went bowling and to Buffalo Wild Wings...just the 2 of us. Instead of going out with Christopher, I could have just gone home on a Friday night and "relaxed". I know God helped point me to take him out bowling. I won 2 games out of 3...just barely. Also, somehow my name kept changing on scoring screen... That wasn't God. That was Chris. :-)
Christopher - I will always love you and I will always cherish the time that I spent with you.
Love,
Uncle Rob
Nancy Jahnke
February 6, 2015
My heartfelt condolences go out to you as you deal with your difficult loss! Christopher was a precious young man and will be sorely missed! May God be with you and give you peace!
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