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CHRISTOPHER LOREK Obituary

LOREK, Christopher W., 41, of Glen Allen, was killed during a training exercise in Norfolk, Va., on Friday, May 17, 2013. He is survived by his wife, Jennifer; two daughters, Abigail and Madeline; his parents, William and Janet Lorek; and brother, Jason Lorek. Chris graduated from Texas A&M University in 1993 with a degree in Ocean Engineering. He was a Special Agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation currently serving as a Special Operator on the Hostage Rescue Team in Quantico, Va., and was a member of Three Chopt Church of Christ. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 21, at Bliley's - Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Rd. Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 22, at Three Chopt Church of Christ, 9500 Three Chopt Rd., Richmond, Va. Interment private.

This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on May 20, 2013.

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Gloria Koziol Drzewiecki

May 30, 2013

Dear Janet, Bill, Jason, and Jennifer,
My sincere condolences on the loss of Chris. I know how important he is to all of you. I fondly rember the times we spent together in our childhood at Santa's Village and at the Selbka farm in Lemont, and other outings. Peace to you during this difficult time.

Carol Crocker

May 26, 2013

I was so shocked to hear on the news that 2 FBI Agents had died in a terrible helicopter accident. To see the face of one of those men just makes it more real and shocking. My heart goes out to his family, friends, and colleagues. He was such a young person learning the skills required to help protect their nation. I am so sorry for your loss. Wishing his family all the support they need to help them through this sad time.

S. I. Drake, Lt/IPD (Ret)

May 24, 2013

~ Christie eleison, Kyrie eleison ~

Rest In Peace, faithful servant.

May 24, 2013

My prayers & thoughts are with all of the family. I did not know Christopher personally, but I am with the FBI family and my heart goes out to all. My the Lord comfort and heal your hurting hearts.

Brenda G. Barton
Retired - FBI Detroit

Joseph Wallace

May 24, 2013

Thank you. ~ A grateful Brit.

Jeff Dowdy

May 23, 2013

To the Lorek family, I'm deeply sorry for your terrible loss. I never got to meet Chris, but I certainly feel a kinship with him. I, too, am an FBI agent and my family and I are members of the Twickenham church of Christ. On behalf of the Huntsville RA and theTwickenham church, our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.

Frances A. Deacon

May 23, 2013

~ A Grateful American

~ R.I.P. ~

Frances A. Deacon

May 23, 2013

~ A Grateful American

Juanita Brown

May 23, 2013

Dear Bill, Janet, Jason and Chris's family,
We were so saddened to hear of this tragic loss. May the knowledge that others are lifting you in prayer serve to comfort you in this difficult time.
Thomas, Alan, Paige and I remember Chris fondly.

Parker Shipley

May 22, 2013

Chris, Monica and I will miss you and we are pround to have served with you. God Bless.

A Grateful American

May 21, 2013

Thank you for your service and sacrifice to our country. May God comfort your family, friends and co-workers in the difficult days ahead.

Penny Raclaw

May 21, 2013

I worked with Chis at the Milwaukee FBI office. He always had a pleasant smile and a friendly hello whenever I saw him. Embrace the memories of a terrific husband, father, son, brother and friend. I will keep Chris and his family in my prayers. May he rest in peace.

the Hepler family

May 21, 2013

We were so saddened to hear of this tragic news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Chris was a courageous hero.

Romero family

May 21, 2013

Our sincerest condolences go out to the Lorek family. May God Bless you and keep you during this time of sorrow.

May 21, 2013

May God bless your family. My heart is heavy over the loss of christopher.

Mary Dickinson

May 21, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this terrible time. May God bless them and keep them safe.

May 21, 2013

Sincere condolences.

John Flood

May 20, 2013

I had the honor and privilege of serving with Chris. May he rest in peace. ,

Beverly Wright, Chapter Secretary

May 20, 2013

The DC Chapter of the Society of Former Special Agents of the FBI extends its deepest sympathy to Christopher's family. We mourn the loss of our colleague who found his calling with the strongest and bravest in our ranks, making him a very special "Special Agent."

Shola Faparusi

May 20, 2013

Thank you Chris for your service. We are so sad about this. We pray God will comfort Jennifer, Abby & Madeline at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers will always be with you. -The Faparusi Family

sophia comerford

May 20, 2013

iam so sorry for your loss

sophia comerford

May 20, 2013

to the lorek family iam so sorry for your loss aim so sorry

May 20, 2013

To The Lorek Family- Emma and I are so sorry to hear about your loss. We are praying for comfort during this difficult time. Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice for our country. Kathleen and Emma Cummings

Diana Rapp

May 20, 2013

I am so sorry for the loss of this courageous husband and father. First, thank you for your service. For his family, I can only offer Jeremiah 29:11.

From A Fellow Aggie and Sister in Christ

Bob, Meike, Jason, and Brian Uhler

May 20, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to my former neighbors Bill, Janet, and Jason Lorek, and to the rest of Chris' family. We are very sorry to hear about your loss, and you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Sophia Daniels

May 20, 2013

Jennifer,
I'm so sorry to hear about
Chris,I never had the pleasure
to meet him but only heard sweet stories about him and your girls.The sweet frog story comes to mind,take care
Sophia Daniels

Jerry Mullen

May 20, 2013

I had the honor and privilege of serving with Chris on the Milwaukee SWAT team. Chris was the ultimate team player and a great patriot. Chris epitomized service over self. He was held in the highest regard in the Milwaukee office. Please accept my condolences for his loss.

David, Martha and Katie Uhler

May 20, 2013

Bill, Janet, Jason and all of the Lorek family: Please accept our sincere sympathies for your tragic loss. We thank Chris so much for his service to our country. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Robyn Fiala

May 20, 2013

As a retired FBI employee, I want to express my deepest sympathy at Special Agent Christopher Lorek's tragic passing. Having worked with Special Agents for many years, I know they are dedicated, hard working, loyal patriots. My thoughts & prayers go out to Christopher's family & friends.

James Klute

May 20, 2013

With deepest sympathy to Bill, Janet, Jason and all of the family for the tragic loss of Chris. Thoughts and prayers are with you.

Cindy Fournier

May 20, 2013

Jennifer, Abby and Madeline - Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies and prayers for your loss. We wish you peace to bring comfort, courage for the coming days and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. - Fournier Family

Proud American

May 20, 2013

Thank you for your service to our country! Our country remains free because of men and women such as yourself. May your parents, wife, and children know that Americans appreciate your sacrifice.

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