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Christopher Hollifield Obituary
MOORE, SC-- Christopher Michael Hollifield, 33, of Moore, died Friday, July 2, 2010 in New Orleans, LA. Born December 28, 1976 in Spartanburg, SC, he was the son of Michael Thomas and Marilyn McKnight Hollifield of Pauline.
A graduate of Dorman High School, he was an underwater diver with Veolia Environmental Services, a member of Evangel Cathedral, and a U.S. Marine veteran.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, Ping Chen Hollifield with whom he is expecting a son, Tanner Chris Hollifield in October; a brother, Bryan Hollifield, a member of the National Guard now serving in Afghanistan; and a grandmother, Hazel Hollifield of Inman. He was predeceased by his grandfather, Thomas Hollifield; and his grandmother, Carolyn McKnight.
Visitation will be 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Wednesday, July 7, 2010 at Floyd's Greenlawn Chapel. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, July 8, 2010 at Floyd's Greenlawn Chapel, conducted by the Rev. Dr. William C. Pate, Jr. and the Rev. Larry Braswell. Burial will be in Sunset Memorial Park.
Memorials may be made to HALTER, P.O. Box 1403, Spartanburg, SC 29304; or to the Trust Fund for Tanner Chris Hollifield, in care of Palmetto Bank, 11500 Asheville Highway, Inman, SC 29349.
The family is at the home, 139 Jay Circle, Moore, SC 29369.
An online guestbook is available at www.floydmortuary.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Hollifield
Sarah Newman
July 15, 2010
Mike and Marilyn,
Please know that you are being prayed for to give you strength and direction at this most terrible time. May God give you a peace that passes all understanding.
Ann Bennett
July 14, 2010
Dear Marilyn and Mike,
I was so sorry to hear about Chris. I know your hearts are broken. Sounds like he was a fine young man and I'm sure ya'll were very proud of him. We will continue to pray for you and all the family.
Ann Hunter
Melinda Sanders
July 12, 2010
I do not personally know the Family Of Chris, but as a Mother of A commercial Diver, at 23 passed away, Two years, ago I know at this time there are no words that can console your broken heart. Losing a beautiful child is absolutely the deepest hurt for any Mother or Father. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of this wonderful young man and commercial diver. Best Regards,
larry wright
July 12, 2010
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
July 11, 2010
Ping,Mike,and Marilyn, we are keeping you in our prayers, we are so very sorry. Pete and Alesia Cannon
Sharon Goettler
July 9, 2010
Ping and family,
May God wrap you in His loving arms and give you peace at this time.
Ruth Turner
July 9, 2010
To the Hollifield family, All of you are in our thoughts and prayers. We're so very sorry to hear about Chris. He was a fine Christian young man and will be truly missed. May you find peace and comfort from the Lord. Sorry we couldn't be with you now. Wilma Church, Ruth Turner & Billie Gilmer (The Williams Girls)
Amanda Addington Parker
July 8, 2010
To The Hollifield Family, I am so sorry for your loss Chris was such a special person. My heart goes out to you all you are in my thoughts and prayers. I know his spirit will live on in baby Tanner. May God Bless You All. Amanda Addington Parker (Gaffney S.C.)
Terri Neal
July 8, 2010
Mike and Marilyn, My heart is so broken for you and your family. I pray for you to find some peace and comfort in the love that so many have for you both. You are in my prayers.
Stephanie
July 8, 2010
Ping,
I worked at Carolina Traditions when you bought your bridal gown. I am so very sorry for your loss....I'm praying for you.
Stephanie
Lisa Hildebrand
July 8, 2010
The world has lost someone who was truly special. I didn't deserve to have Chris as a friend but he was always there. He never turned his back on me no matter what. My heart is broken but I find comfort when I look at photographs of him and Ping and I can see how happy he was. My prayers are with your entire family.
Heather Hall
July 8, 2010
We are so sorry to hear about Chris. You all will be in our prayers during this difficult time. If we can do anything let us know.
The Hall family (Martha, Adam, and Heather).
Mike Gogola
July 7, 2010
To The Hollifield Family, I send my deepest sympathy. I am so sad about Chris' death. I've known Chris since he began his diving career. I will miss him and will be praying for your whole family. God Bless.
July 7, 2010
Mike and Marilyn, we are so sorry to hear about your son. You and your family are in our prayers. May the Holy Spirit be your Comforter during this trying time. Alice and James Cook
July 7, 2010
Mike, Marilyn and the Hollifield Family,
We were so sorry to here of the loss of your son Chris this past week. Our hearts and deepest sympathy go out to you and your family. We will keep you in our prayers during this difficult time and time to come.
Wendy and Chris Mclyea
KATHY, L. LARRY COX
July 7, 2010
mike, marilyn, family, I AM SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR SON.YOULL ARE IN MINE AND LARRY PRAYERS DAILY. AND WE LOVE YOULL TOO. WE ALL WILL GET TO SEE HIM AGAIN SOON.LET US KNOW IF WE CAN DO ANYTHING TO HELP.
Susan Fasig
July 7, 2010
Mike and Marilyn,
I love you both so much. I will keep you, Ping, Tanner and Bryan in my prayers in the months to come.
Christie Blanton
July 7, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Karen McBride
July 7, 2010
Mike and Marilyn....We can not even begin to imagine the depth of your loss and the pain that you are going through. We are thinking of and praying for you in this very difficult time.Please know that we can never escape His presence. Although it is beyond our human comprehension, HE IS EVEN HERE....Much love..The McBrides(Jeff, Karen, Graham, Allen, Greyson, and Melana)
Susan Morgan
July 7, 2010
Mike and Marilyn,
I'm so sorry for your loss of Chris. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers!
Susie Morgan
July 7, 2010
YOU ARE ALL IN OUR PRAYERS. WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT CHRIS. MAY GOD BE WITH YOU. RAYMOND AND MARILYN SARANIE( MOM AND DAD OF BRENT SARANIE- DIVE PARTNER OF CHRIS)
July 7, 2010
Mike, Marilyn and Ping:
Words can't express the pain I feel for you guys. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers!
Susie Morgan
Sally Moore
July 6, 2010
Mike,Marilyn and Ping:
I am SO sorry for your loss...words are just so inadequate. Please know that I am keeping you in my prayers. I pray that God will be tangibly present for you and that His peace will enfold you.
Gentle hugs,
~Sally
Sandy Johnson
July 6, 2010
My deepest sympathy to all the Hollifield Family. I am praying for you during this painful time of loss.
Sandra McLarty
July 6, 2010
To the Hollifield Family - Please accept my deepest sympathy during your time of bereavement. I was saddened to hear of your loss; We will your family in our prayers during this difficult time
Sandra McLarty
July 6, 2010
To The Hollifield family, I send my deepest sympathy,I was sadden to hear of your precious loss. We will continue to keep your family in our prayers doing this difficult time.
Carrie Pitts-Surti
July 6, 2010
I went to middle school with Chris and had just recently reconnected with him on Facebook. I am so saddened to hear of his passing. He was a great kid and I'm sure an even better man. May God be with you all during this difficult time.
June Henson
July 6, 2010
To the Hollifield Family, I am truly sorry in the passing of your loved one. May God continue to bless and strengthen you in your time of sorrow.God bless you.Remembering you in prayer.
Lisa Hobart
July 6, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts, prayers and love are with you at this difficult time.
Lisa and Andrew Hobart
Debbie Ratliff
July 6, 2010
Ping,
I am so sorry for your loss. Even though we don't know each other personally, I feel like we are friends, through Betty and John. I am Betty's sister, Debbie. I know how close John and Chris were, and you and Betty. Words cannot express how sorry I am for you at this time. God Bless and may HE give you the peace that you need to make it through this. Take care.
Kelly Gowan
July 6, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
July 6, 2010
mike.... you are in my thoughts and prayers. bobby turner
July 6, 2010
I'am so very sorry to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to your entire family and my prayers are with you during this time. God is our only strength and refuge. I have always thought so very highly of you and your family and still remember the many times our children played together. I use to live in the log house on the left before your home. again, I'am praying for you......Ms. Lisa Yarborough Turner
Tomeka Thompson
July 6, 2010
Ping,
Please know that Tomeka, Kareem and Kareem Jr. are praying for peace for you and your family. Take care of yourself and your beautiful baby boy. Shower him with all the love and good memories of his father.
If you need anything, I am an elevator ride down to the 2nd floor of the QS/1 building.
Sisters in Christ,
Tomeka
July 6, 2010
Ping,
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers right now.
I am so so sorry for your loss.
Heather Warren
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Janet Bowman
July 6, 2010
Sending my thoughts and prayers to Marilyn and family.
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