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Christopher Tompkins Obituary
Christopher Travis Tompkins, age 25 of New Fairfield died unexpectedly at his home on Friday August 29th.
Christopher was born in Danbury, May 9, 1989, the son of Brian D. and Patricia M. (Tracy) Tompkins of New Fairfield. A lifelong New Fairfield resident, he was a graduate of New Fairfield High School, Class of 2007 and was employed as a shipping and receiving clerk with the Sandvik Co. of Bethel for the past three years. He was a parishioner of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, New Fairfield, and was an avid fan of the Pittsburg Steelers, Boston Red Sox, and Boston Bruins. He enjoyed writing both lyrics and poems in his spare time, he was a man with a very spiritual side. Christopher enjoyed having bonfires with friends and family gatherings as well.
In addition to his parents of New Fairfield, Christopher is survived by two sisters: Tracy M. Tompkins of New Fairfield and Colleen Tompkins-Smith and her husband Christopher of Danbury, his maternal grandmother: Helen Tracy of New Fairfield, and paternal grandparents: Donald Tompkins of Goose Creek, SC and Bonnie Tompkins of Yorktown, VA, his great grandmother: Lucille Hunt of Summerville, SC, his uncle: Michael Tracy and his wife Sheila of Danbury, two aunts: Kathy Selfridge and her husband Dan of Yorktown, VA, and Colleen Chapman and her husband Tom of Newport News, VA, his nephew: Cameron Tompkins of New Fairfield, along with many cousins, great aunts and great uncles. Christopher was predeceased by his grandfather Alfred Tracy, his great grandparents Madge Sullivan, Otis and Adeline Travis, Reed Tompkins, and Marie Ellis, great uncle John R. Sullivan, and great aunts Betty Crudgington and Clarita Sullivan.
Funeral services will take place on Thursday September 4th at 11:00am in the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, New Fairfield with the Rev. Eric A. Wismar, Pastor officiating. Burial will be in Saint Mary Cemetery, Bethel.
The family will receive friends at the Green Funeral Home 57 Main Street Danbury on Wednesday September 3rd from 5 thru 8pm.
Memorial contributions in lieu of flowers are requested to be made to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 2 Colonial Road, New Fairfield, CT 06812 or to the New Fairfield Volunteer Fire Department Company A Firehouse, 302 Ball Pond Rd., New Fairfield, CT 06812
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Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Tompkins
Peter Ruggiero
September 9, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Chris last year for 8 months and truly enjoyed our talks. REST IN PEACE .
Rose Frith
September 8, 2014
Dear Patty & Family,
I am so very sorry to hear this sad news. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. Heaven is a wonderful place and all of our loved ones are gathered there waiting for the rest of us. May God's peace comfort you.
Much Love Always,
Rose, Tony & Madison Frith
Jackie Coury
September 5, 2014
Dear Patty and family...I am so very saddened to hear of the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Brittany Bangs
September 4, 2014
To the Tompkins family,
So sorry for the loss a great son, great brother, great uncle and a great guy. May he rest in peace
John 3:16
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life
Andrea Lamendola
September 3, 2014
Dear Patty, Brian, Helen and family,
Words cannot express how sorry we are to hear of the loss of your son Christopher.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time.
Jessica Trafton
September 3, 2014
My heart hurts. To young to go.. you will truly be missed!
Sharon Dean
September 3, 2014
My heart goes out to the family. He was a wonderful person. Very polite and would do anything for you. He will be deeply missed.
Patty Dayton
September 3, 2014
Helen and Patty, our thoughts and prayers are with you. I know what it is to loss a son so if you ever need to talk just call. God be with Chris, you and your whole family until you meet again - and you will.
Margarita Heckler
September 3, 2014
Dear Patty, Brian and Family:
My heart is heavy for you. May your faith bring you comfort. Prayers and love for you whole family. Margie
Karl Rabens
September 3, 2014
Brian, I am truly sorry to hear of the loss of your Son Chris, and though I have never meet him, I know for certain that he was amoung the finest of his Generation, and a bright Light in this dark age,...Just like his Father,..my Patrol Leader,..Troop 168 Boy Scouts of America 1972-75
John Clune
September 3, 2014
Brian and Patty
My wife and I were shocked and sadden by the news. I'm so sorry for your loss and our prayers are with you and your family in this sad and trying time.
Carol Impellizeri
September 2, 2014
My deepest sympathies to all of those who have been touched by Chris's smile and spirit... I had the pleasure of know him in his younger years and with a heavy heart send this message to his amazing family. Chris and all of you will always be in my prayers . Xoxoxo
Kathy Sheehy
September 2, 2014
Dear Patty, Brian and Family,
I was sorry to hear of the loss of your dear Chris. He will be truly missed. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time.
RIP dear Chris!
Paul Mott
September 2, 2014
I'm so sorry for your loss. Chris will be missed. RIP Chris.
David Waugh
September 2, 2014
Our deepest condolences and prayers to all the family and friends of Christopher.
Elizabeth and David Waugh
September 1, 2014
Patty, Brian, Tracy, Colleen & Chris,
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Loraine & Ed Seder
Jeanette Kaylor
September 1, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss.You and your loved ones will be in my thoughts and prayers.
christina, desiree and james scofield(brown)
September 1, 2014
Chris you will be missed by all who knew you. your laugh was contagious and could brighten any room, right now we could all use you here to cheer us up. rest peacefully.
Aunt Kathy Mandato
September 1, 2014
Christopher we love you and will miss you forever. RIP sweet boy.
August 31, 2014
You will always be in our hearts. Happy to know such a wonderful young man. You will be greatly missed....Barbara Smith (Pleasantville, NY)
Sandy Brink
August 31, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss, Brian. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Chris's smile and kind way will be deeply missed by many.
Suze Blackman
August 31, 2014
Colleen & Family,
Sorry to hear of the loss of your brother & son. My words are few, never knowing what to say at a time like this.
August 31, 2014
Chris, what a wonderful young man. We will all miss you. So friendly and upbeat...always smiling. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Melanie Price
August 31, 2014
My thoughts and prayers to all of Tompkins family. I know how proud that you all were of Chris. I can't imagine how hard his loss will be for all of you. I hope that God can provide comfort and that you find comfort in your memories of him.
Tracy I am praying for you and your family, in my thoughts and prayers!
Tonya Mikhalych
August 31, 2014
Bennett"s
August 31, 2014
Our Condolences
August 31, 2014
My thoughts and prayers to all the family ,I am so sorry for your loss
Carl Hottes
August 31, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Joyce Klauck
August 31, 2014
Oh, Patti and Brian; our hearts are so heavy for you and for your family. We have feeble words to offer - but the Holy Spirit translates our prayer of comfort in sighs too deep for words to the heavenly Father. We ache for you on this side of heaven. We will be thinking of you in these days, offering prayer, seeking words of peace, where no peace seems to be.
Danielle Neuman
August 31, 2014
Chris you were more then just a friend you were a brother. I love you and will miss you always. Gone but impossible to forget. Goodbye little big brother
Collischonn's
August 31, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Steve Valletta
August 31, 2014
Chris, I will miss your friendly greetings and kind words you shared every day. Brian, may the The Lord strengthen you and your family during this time of sorrow. Remember that Chris is in a better place.
Steve Valletta
Danielle Neuman
August 31, 2014
Chris you were more then a friend to me you were my brother and I can't believe your gone. Gone but impossible to forget. I miss you and always will. Love you little big brother
Tammy Christian
August 31, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.So Sorry.
Lois Weiss
August 31, 2014
Chris, you were loved by all who knew you. In your quiet manner you were there for those who needed support or help. You will never be forgotten.
leanne phelps
August 31, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Phyllis Kahler
August 31, 2014
Chris we will miss your smile. May you rest in peace my friend and Brian we are here for you and the family.
Colleen Tompkins-Smith
August 31, 2014
Forever my little brother. I miss you more than words could ever express. Keep watch over us; protect and guide us. I love you Christopher!
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