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Christopher Parr Obituary
PEORIA - Christopher Michael Parr, age 46, of Peoria, IL, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2020.
Chris was born on December 11, 1973, in Peoria to William L. Grant and Clare Abernathy. He married Stephanie Elliott in February of 2008.
Surviving are his parents, William L. (Candy) Grant of Peoria and Clare (Dave) Parr of Peoria; four children, Kenzie Parr of Peoria, Corri Davis of Peoria, Michael Parr of Peoria and Kayla (Ryan) Clemons of Bloomington, IN; two brothers, John Grant of Michigan and Andy Grant of Peoria; six sisters, Courtney (Brian) Curtis of Peoria, Lindsay (Shawn) Franklin of Peoria, Ashley (Joey) Davidson of Washington, IL, Camie (Jason) Snyder of Brimfield, IL, Darcy Grant of Peoria, and Kylee Grant of St. Louis, MO; and two grandchildren, Kelsie Clemons and Bella Davis.
Chris was preceded in death by his wife, Stephanie; and brother, Beau Grant.
Chris tended bar and worked in the restaurant industry his whole life. He was the bartender at Hearth for the past two years. Growing up, Chris played football, basketball and baseball. He was a big Chicago Bears and St. Louis Cardinals fan. He enjoyed teaching and watching his daughters play sports growing up, loved fantasy football, and playing in softball leagues in his free time. He was a hard-working family man and he loved his children.
A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, September 3, 2020, at St. Philomena Church from 5 to 7 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to https://www.gofundme.com/f/chris-parr-funeral-expenses.
Friends and family may sign the online guestbook or leave their private condolences by logging on to www.wrightandsalmon.com.
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Celina
September 2, 2020
Dear Corri and Kenzie and for all of your family- I’m thinking of you all everyday. Your Dad always made me smile a real smile. He was a man who understood what heartache and loss does to a spirit and in the face of struggle and suffering he stood up and kept going. He would come by for a hug- lifting me clear off my feet with a squeeze that made me feel seen and heard. Most important- He loved you! He talked about you all, first and last, every time we saw one another. That’s the truth. Pictures of that beautiful new grand-baby, updates on how all of you were faring- reminding us all of how much he cared for you. I know that inside each of you is the strength and spirit of your Dad- I know that you’ll stand up and keep going just like he always did. He’s with you. I’ll never forget him.
Abbey Fasching
September 2, 2020
Candy and Bill, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for you. All of my love, Abbey
Chad Moore
August 31, 2020
My deepest sympathies to Chris' children and all Grant and Parr family members. Chris and I became friends in kindergarten (1979) and remained that way throughout our youth. Although not having seen Chris for a long time, I remember him as always ready to hang out with his friends and be a part of their endeavors. May the wonderful memories of Chris comfort his friends and loved ones throughout the years to come.
Ryan
August 31, 2020
You were a good guy Chris. A good Dad. A good friend. A hard working guy. You had a great sense of humor. I’m going to miss getting to talk sports with you. You will be missed by everyone that ever knew you brother. Much love Chris. We won’t forget you.
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