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Chad Wirtz Obituary

Chad William Wirtz, 28, of Alta Loma died August 17, 2007 at Lake Havasu City, AZ. He is the son of Michael F. Wirtz (deceased) and Kay Johnson of Upland. Chad is survived by his mother, Kay, stepfather, Gary Johnson; three brothers, Mike of Rancho Cucamonga, Marc and Rob, both of Upland; his grandparents, Bill and Rita Strohman of Lake Havasu City, AZ; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. There will be a viewing at the Stone Funeral Home, 355 E. Ninth Street, Upland from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, August 22, 2007. Funeral services will take place at 10 a.m. on Thursday, August 23 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1130 W. 21st St., Upland, CA 91784. Interment will be at the Forest Lawn Cemetery in Covina. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made in the name of Chad Wirtz to the Parkinson's Disease Foundataion at [email protected] to honor his grandmother. Stone Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

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Published by The Recorder on Aug. 21, 2007.

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Sharlie Husted

December 11, 2007

Chad, there is not a day that goes by that I don’t think of YOU. I truly miss you, and so does your friends and family. You were a great, fun loving friend, and life is not the same without you. I have so many great memories of you, and I am thankful for every memory. I really miss you and love you!

Veronica

December 5, 2007

Chad, I miss you...I have been seeing your family as much as I can for you, please be with them through the holidays. Love you so much!

Andy Chen

November 2, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. I worked with Chad at the golf course and I could always count on him to make me laugh.

Shawn Yancey

September 4, 2007

Haven't seen Chad since HS, but he was by far one of the funniest and light hearted people I have ever known. My sympathies to the Wirtz family.

THE GARVIN FAMILY

September 2, 2007

CHAD, WOW WHERE DO I START. WELL OUR MOMS WORKED TOGETHER FOR YEARS AT THE HOSPITAL AND I WAS THERE WHEN YOU WERE PLOTTING THE PRANK FOR GRADUATION AND THEN YOU GOT COUGHT(GOOD TIMES) THEN THIS WEEKEND I WAS TOLD YOU WERE IN A BETTER PLACE I WAS HEART BROKEN AND CRIED..I TOLD MY FAMILY AND WE wANT YOU TO KNOW OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS AND WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. YOU WILL BE MISSED..

Mikki Robinson (Angie's Mom)

September 1, 2007

Chad, God love you Sweetie...You made such a beautiful difference in soooo many people's lifes! You will always be in our hearts and prayers and everytime I think of you I can see that darling smile of yours!!! You are truly missed by everyone!! My most heartfelt sympathy for you Kay and the rest of the family. May God Bless all of you to find strength and comfort with every Cherished, Precious Memory of Chad.

Kathie Pimentel

August 30, 2007

Jill and family, I just heard the sad news about Chad through a PTA mom and wanted to let you know that you and the family are in our prayers. Our deepest sympathy. Andres and family.

Joy Elson

August 29, 2007

Dear Kay,
I am so so sorry to hear about Chad and send my deepest sympathies to you and your family.

Angie and Dana Venaas

August 27, 2007

I was blessed to have had Chad in my life for over 10 wonderful years and my husband the past 6. Chad was the Favorite of the friends, the life of the party, the one that you always loved being around because he had you in stitches every second! Chad had the biggest heart and was as adorable and sweet, and he was funny! We miss him dearly and will always hold him close to our hearts! Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during these difficult times. Chad, thank you for the awesome times that we'll cherish forever...we love you!

Renee Florea

August 26, 2007

Im very grateful that I had the chance to meet Chad through my best friend Angie. Just the short amount of time I got to spend with him was full of laughs and good times. He was an amazing person with a huge heart and a personality that was one of a kind.

Theresa Matzke (Ferrari)

August 25, 2007

I am so sorry for your loss. Chad touched so many lives. It has been 10 years since I last talked with him and yet I still remember his sense of humor and his kind heart like it was yesterday.

Eric & Jessi Robb

August 25, 2007

To the Wirtz Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you through these trying times. It is so hard to imagine what this world will be without him. He was such a light in all of our lives. Chad was able to leave us all who knew him wondeerful stories to keep his memory alive. As hard as this last week has been, we have laughed just as much as we have cried, remembering all the great times. He was a blessing in all our lives.

Paul and Kimmie Anton

August 24, 2007

Kay, Mike, Mark, Rob, & Jill,

We are so sorry to hear about Chad. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you.

lorraine gonzales-gallagher

August 24, 2007

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Bryan Bradshaw

August 23, 2007

So Chad had just taken a job with the local golf course. At first he was excited! They asked him to come in the next morning at 5:15 in the morning. He was telling me the story then paused with a confused look on his face and asked me. "Did you know there was a 5:15 in the morning" I laugh at that to this day. Chad I have known you since we were young kids and have always cared for you and your family. The one person who would have brightened this day would have been you, Thanks for the memories you will be missed!

Bryan

Veronica

August 23, 2007

Chad was the most special person to me! He was always there for me through everything and a piece of my heart will be missing without him here. You never forget your first love, and Chad was my first real love.

Kaley Taylor

August 23, 2007

Chad was a wonderful friend to everyone he met. I am glad I had the opportunity to be one of those people. Chad, you will be missed, but not forgotten. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Thanks for the laughs.

jackie Hunt

August 23, 2007

Chad you were the one friend that could always make us all laugh. You truely will be miss by everyone and will always be in our hearts and prayers. I can still remember all the jokes you pulled in school and will remember you forever.

Ryan Roth (Slusser)

August 23, 2007

I will never forget the hundreds of times Chad made my family and me laugh. So many people have been touched by Chad in such an amazing way. I will miss you so much Chad. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Dana Barron

August 22, 2007

Dear Kay, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our hearts and prayers. Love, Dana Barron, Jeremy and Joshua Porter and Jodee Porter Mathews

Mark & Pam Mooney

August 22, 2007

To our loved friends: Kay and family; our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss. You have a beautiful family and together you have found strength through life's challenges. We wish we were with you at this time; however we enclose our love and support to you. Chad was so fun and loved by everyone. Love you,

David & Kari Berch

August 22, 2007

Chad will be missed greatly and remembered respectfully. The time I spent with him and conversations shared truthfull and honest, I will always recognize and appreciate the man he was. For he will be missed; his compassion and love will be a part of us forever.

Melissa Cotton (Dearmore)

August 22, 2007

Chad was such a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family during these difficult times. Chad you will never be forgotten.

Melissa Wirtz

August 22, 2007

Our family && life will not be the same without you, your jokes, && your heart. I already miss you so much. But you are in a far better place.

Dave Wirtz

August 22, 2007

Dear Kay and Family,

Words cannot express the sorrow that we feel losing Chad. However we are left with wonderful memories of his delightful spirit.
We continue to pray for you and the family and his soul to be reunited in heaven with his father and other losted loved ones.
Chad you will always be in our hearts.
Uncle Dave, Monica and Family

Ladd and Melissa Hoyal

August 22, 2007

Chad always made us laugh and truly was a wonderful friend. He will be missed greatly, but never forgotten. We love you Chad!

Sam King

August 22, 2007

Chad will be greatly missed. He would be happy to see that all his friends are sticking together through this rough time. The memories he gave us all will live on forever.

Amanda Weir (Bishop)

August 22, 2007

Kay my prayers are with you and your family. Chad is going to be truly missed. I always knew if I needed someone to brighten up my day I could call Chad. He touched so many lives. I will miss you Chad.

Kaleb Gingerich and Family

August 22, 2007

Our family and friends will definitely miss Chad. His jokes and charisma will now be a hole in our hearts. We miss you.

Amy Brummel

August 22, 2007

Chad will certainly be missed by so many people that loved him dearly. He has such a great group of friends that will carry his memory with them forever. His spirit will live on in all of our hearts til the day we get to see him again with all the angels above. Thanks for the memories "Class Clown". We will cherish them always.

Carlotta Felder

August 22, 2007

Chad was the type of person that if you needed to laugh he could make that happen. He has a great spirit, and he will be greatly missed. My prayers are with the family! We love Chad!!!
The Felder Family

CRAIG BROOKS

August 22, 2007

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Jane Bradshaw

August 21, 2007

We loved Chad and we always will.

Our hearts and prayers go to those he left behind.

All our love Jane, Ken, Bryan, Tim, Jill and Janice.

Gabriel Gamez

August 21, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Sheree Earle

August 21, 2007

Kay,
I am so sorry to read of the death of your son. I have thought of you since 1999, the year we both lost our husbands... may God bring you and your family peace at this time...

Slusser Family

August 21, 2007

Longtime Childhood Friend, will be greatly missed.

Adam Bishop

August 21, 2007

Chad Wirtz will always live in our hearts. So many memories, so many adventures. I'll never forget you, I'll miss you friend. Adam

Stewart Angle

August 21, 2007

Chad is one of the greatest people to walk this earth. I am proud to be his friend and will always remember the great times we shared throughout the years. If you didn't know him then something was missing from your life. He definitely made anywhere he was a much brighter place and he always will., be fri.

Fiona Hedley

August 21, 2007

Kay, Mike, Marc, and Robbie, you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. May God bless you and your family.

Raye Katt

August 21, 2007

So sorry. Chad was a very sweet and fun guy.

Corey Blakeslee

August 21, 2007

Chad was the greatest friend a guy could ever ask for. I will never forget him. Your Family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Kari, Mike and Olivia Haske

August 21, 2007

Chad will be missed by many. He was one of the funniest people I have ever known with such a warm heart. Our deepest sympathy to his family and close friends.

Brandon and Jenn Thomas

August 21, 2007

Kay, Gary, Mike, Jill, Marc & Rob,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We will miss Chad so much. He was such an amazing person. May your memories bring you comfort in your times of sorrow. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.
Love,

Nikki & Mark

August 21, 2007

Our hearts go out to your family. Chad was such an amazing guy. We will all miss him.

Michael & Lindsay Owen

August 21, 2007

We are very sorry to hear the loss of Chad. He was of great character and the memories he left with us will never be forgotten. There is not enough room here to explain the sympathy and sorrow we feel for the family. The days will never be the same for all of us here on Earth, but please know that we are here in any way possible.

Bill & Laura Owen

August 21, 2007

We are so very sorry for your loss. Chad was a special friend to our children. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Pat Bridges

August 21, 2007

Kay and Family -
You know I'm there for you - whenever and whatever you need. There are no words. I am praying for all of you. It is a great loss for our family
Chad's Aunt Pat

CRAIG/BETH STOGNER

August 21, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Susan Purdy

August 21, 2007

Kay and Family
I was so sad to read of Chad's death. May you be comforted by God as you walk through this very sad time.

Christy Bennett

August 21, 2007

Kay & Family,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Chad's passing has touched so many in ways I cannot explain. May you have the comfort of the Lord in the days to come to understand what is ahead. You & your family are in our prayers.

Kent & Christy Bennett & family

Lauraine Clark

August 20, 2007

Our deepest sympathies are with you and your family at this time. We will miss Chad and the wonderful contributions he has made to our community and church.
He was a wonderful example to his family and many friends.

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