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for Christopher Forner
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Rick Ford
September 5, 2020
God blessed me blessed me richly by bringing Chris into my life. Chris was a pioneer of the grocery industry in Florida and Georgia pioneering Food Lion opening stores and their rapid expansion.
Later Chris managed the retail shops at the Jacksonville and other airports. Anytime I was traveling it was a MUST to stop by and say hi. Chris always greeted you like it was just an hour ago since he saw me.
I remember many wonderful time doing business together and socializing. Blessings to the family, Rick Ford, PepsiCo Retired and past President North Florida, South Georgia Grocery Association
Rio
September 4, 2020
It’s been a long time and my memories are scarce. I know I still miss you. I wish you got to see me now. I wish you could have known all of us more. You were always fun and upbeat. You would have loved the people we have become. Your passing helped to mold me into who I am today however. It is a tough situation to be in. I pray you still look upon us. I wish I got the chance to eat wings with you. I miss you Bo.
Susan Voorhis
May 14, 2020
Thinking of you Today Chris ☮ My Heart is with Chris family today and always . Chris was a dynamic. ❤☮
May 12, 2020
8 years have passed now since that horrible day that you left us. I was in shock and disbelief and numb. I loved you dearly in life and love you even though you are not here. 34 years was not long enough. We still had big plans ahead. I still feel you at home. You left me with a huge hole in my heart. I miss your big bear hugs that no one could replace. The boys have gotten so big. I really hate that the younger ones don't remember you. The girls and I have tried to help each other. We will never know the reason you left us . We knew you loved us and I know you know that we loved you. I miss dancing with you ( A lot) . I hope you are dancing in heaven. Give my Mom a twirl. lol Forever Love, Che' Che'
Faith Scoggins
October 14, 2015
Yes Chris it's been awhile but you are never forgotten.I still tell people how great you were and how much you taught me.You will always be remebered as the best and no one can top you.Always on my mind and in my heart.Be at peace.
October 13, 2015
Hey Dad. I must say that it is very strange. I feel at peace now, I feel you are at peace NOW. I can talk about you without crying now. I feel you all the time. I feel like you are with me more now than when you were alive. I just want you to know that just because i'm not crying anymore, that doesn't mean I don't miss you, I just know you are with me all the time Now. I love you! Boop
July 23, 2015
Well Bo, Yesterday would have been our 37th anniversary and the third anniversary since you left. I still miss you terribly. There is still a whole in my heart. I dream of you all the time. No one will ever be able to replace you.I still don't know what the rest of my life will hold , but I do know that you will always be with me.I still don't know why you had to leave me at such a young age, but I know when I get to heaven it won't matter. I hope you can feel my love. You were my everything.
Forever Love,
Che'Che'
May 6, 2014
My best friend, my soul mate, my daughters father,the love of my life. These are only some of the words I use to describe you. I could go on and on. You were my everything. When I lost you I didn't know how to go on. It was always Chris and Cheryl. Now it's only Cheryl. I have been trying to be me without you. That's the hardest thing that I have ever had to do. Today has been 2 years since you left. I still feel you every where.I love you just as much today and miss you even more. I still want this to be a real long dream and I desperately want to wake up. So until I get to see you again I will cherish all of our memories and the good times that we shared. Forever Love, Che' Che'
May 6, 2014
Best to the Forner family that Chris loves so much!
Rick Ford
Michael Hannan
May 6, 2014
I think of you all the time and and have missed playing golf or shooting the breeze with you. Your encouraging words and support you have given me at a time when i didnt know who i was or if i had a purpose. Have brought me closer to the lord and have helped me become who i am today. I believe each and every man should have a goal in life to save or change one persons life. I am only one of the many you touched and saved. Thanks Bo miss ya buddy
Peanut
May 5, 2014
Missing u daddy!
faith Scoggins
April 16, 2014
It's been almost 2 years now and it feels like yesterday.Chris is always in my thoughts and my heart.He will never be forgotten.
Donna Williamson
April 15, 2014
Cheryl and girls,
I just found out Chris had passed away in 2012 and I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Chris as someone who never met a stranger and a man who had not met me when I was hired for the Wappoo Rd Food Lion but when he came in during the store set up he made it a point to stop and introduce his self and knew all about me which really impressed me that he took the time to know his employees and let them know. I was glad I made the journey from Charleston, SC to Jax, Fl with the both of you and I always had so much respect for a man who took his wife and girls as top priority which seems to be rare these days. I wish you and the girls and those grandchildren the best and knowing your ANGEL is watching over you all.
Mario Hannan
May 8, 2013
1 year, it was rough, but 1 year. we will remember you. No one we can meet will be just like you. see you in like....90 years?
Shelley Trotter
May 5, 2013
Cheryl:
Just want you to know you and your family remain in my thoughts and prayers. I know the past year has been tough, but I hope things are gradually getting better. Chris' spirit lives on through all the lives he touched and we all remember him fondly. Blessings to you and the family.
mario hannan jr
December 10, 2012
we have gone through all the hardest times besides christmas i miss you
Charlene and Danny (Mathis/Gifford)
December 7, 2012
Cheryl, Chrissy, Chera and Family:
Danny and I send our sincere heartfelt condolences to you and your family. The eight years that we lived across from you bear sweet memories - watching the three first grandsons grow and seeing Chris pulling them in the wagon through the neighborhood (at Christmas with his Santa cap on) and always a smile on his face. We will cherish those memories and hope that you will come stay with us for a get-away vacation when you're able to. Know that we love you and are praying for you and yours.
Danny and Charlene
David Dunkley
December 6, 2012
Hey Bo, as we erect the JIAMC Christmas Trees in the Terminal, it is hard not to expect you to come bounding out of a store and chat it up! You are and will be forever missed and there is a big hole in the hearts of all whole encountered you! To you and all who knew you, we will cherish the memories and celebrate the good times we had with you as we enter this Holiday Season!
Cheers!
David
Linda Murray
December 5, 2012
Cheryl:
I am so shocked and saddened to learn about Chris. He was a joy to know and an inspiration to all who met him.
I know it is difficult, but try to stay strong and treasure the good memories. Love, Linda Murray (Charlene's sister)
Rick and Chris Ford
November 1, 2012
Cheryl--I took Rick to the airport today, since he had scheduled a mission trip to Indonesia. His plans were to see Chris this morning and hopefully, have a Pepsi with him and catch up on Forner news. With tears pouring down my face at this moment, it is hard to see what I'm writing. I just wanted to tell you how very sorry we are to have learned today about Chris. Food Lion and Pepsi brought us together and the blessing was getting to know you. You two were a match made in Heaven! You and Chris had the genuine gift of Southern hospitality! : ) Although we don't understand why you and Chris didn't get to complete your plans on Earth, we have no doubt that all of us will see him again. We will be ready to get that great big bear hug that came so naturally for Chris.
At this moment we send our love, give our condolences to the family and we will keep you in prayer, as your heart heals.
God bless you, Cheryl. We are so sorry for your loss. Chris adored you, the girls and his grand children. He was just full of love and he showered it on everyone. What a special man and a gift to all of us--Chris will be in our hearts forever.
Our love. . .
mario hannan jr.
October 6, 2012
bo, it is me again. i have gone a birthday, grandparents day, 4th of july, stay-cation, and many more without you now. halloween, thanksgiving,christmas,and new years all coming up, i dont know how it has been so short without you, it feels i have gone 5 years without you. i know your now my guardian angel. i wish you were still here. bo, a father, grandad, poker loving, cookie eating, hard workng, friendlyiest guy ever. i can only hope when i am married nd i have kids who have kids, i can only hope to be half as good as you. i am sittig here in pain remembering swimming, vacationing, and relaxing with you. i still think that this is just some nightmare and i will wake up soon. bo, we all love and miss you, from the hannan's, bleu's, forner's, beeler's and many more families, we love and miss you. i may be saying it to much but i could be ying ALOT more than this. looe you and miss you, from your oldest grandson
Our Palm Coast Vacation with the kids 2011
September 28, 2012
My Bo,
It has taken me a while to write something about you.
How can I describe what you meant to me? You were the love of my life, my best friend, my husband, the father of out two beautiful daughters, grand-father of the best 5 grand-sons anyone could ever imagine and friend to every one you came in contact with.
I am trying my best to go on without you, but this is the most difficult thing that I have ever had to do.
You left me way too soon. We were supposed to renew our vows next year.
We had vacations that we wanted to take. We wanted to retire together.
We had so many things left to do.
I am trying to be strong for the girls and all of the grand-sons .
We all miss you so much.
The hardest part is when I am home by myself. I've always had you here with me. The night time is the worst. I miss your loving arms around me.My heart aches and longs for you.
Only God knows when I'll see you again,but I know you will be there waiting on me. I love you so much!
Forever Love,
Che'Che'
Kathleen Dake
July 18, 2012
I worked with chris for 3 years at the paradise shops in Jacksonville Florida. He was a great boss always smiling and nice . My condolences go out to his family.
Scott Barkley
June 3, 2012
Dear Chris,
I have evaded trying to write this because the sense of your loss was so overwhelming that it defied verbage, and still does.A day has yet to pass that I haven't thought about you and the family that you so dearly loved. I can only hope they find some small comfort in knowing how eveyone felt about you and the respect they had for your ability to be everyones best friend within moments of meeting them. You are deeply missed my friend, deeply missed!
MaryLee Preston
May 15, 2012
Cheryl,
You and your family are in our prayers. Chris was a Wonderful manager. He always had a kind word and would encourage all of his employees. He would always tell me to keep up the hard work and that he appreciated me and all I did. We really miss him!
May 15, 2012
My is Brenda l Baier Chris was my manager when i work at paradies, 1995 to 2002 He was always good to me we all Loved him very much my prayers I send to you and your family.
Brenda L Baier
Kelly St.Clair
May 14, 2012
Praying that God blesses you all in this sorrowful time. Chris will be truly missed by all.
May 13, 2012
Cheryl, Chrissy, and Chera,
We just heard about your loss, as we just got back from a cruise vacation. We were so sorry to hear about your husband and father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
The Diamond Family
Michelle Bellew
May 13, 2012
Uncle Chris, you made all our lives brighter with your warm smile and your infectious laughter and the words "love you guys" will be truly missed. The holidays just aren't going to be the same without you. Love ya Chris,until we meet again
Susan Clark-Voorhis
May 13, 2012
To the Forner Family, my Heart Goes out to you. The loss of someone so Dynamic as Chris ,for all of us is almost unbearable. Knowing he is with God and that we will see him again someday is what will get us through such sadness.When ever I had the pleasure of being with Chris, he always paid me a sincere compliment and made me feel so special. I loved teaming up with him and feel honored to have know him for the 11 years I have been with The Paradies Family. Eleven years was not enough, but I am so fortunate to have had that time with him as a friend and Co-worker.
Tammy Jarpe
May 13, 2012
I worked for The Paradies Shops for 10 years and always enjoyed the yearly functions that involved Chris. He was a great man and friend to all.God Bless Your family.
Holly Ritchie
May 12, 2012
I had the honor of working w/ Chris for a yr or two back when I was based in Milwaukee. I remember how impressed I was on my first visit to his location. He had such great relationships w/ his team and the airport mgmt and he made me feel so welcome. His smile was infectious and his hugs were even better. It was great seeing him at our recent mtg. . .and without fail, I got my bear-hug! Deepest sympathy to the entire Forner Family. Chris will be greatly missed.
Barry Young
May 11, 2012
Mrs. Former, Chrissy and Chera,
I work for the Paradies Shops and have been a friend of Chris' for 16 years and although we have never met, I know that you and your families have to be some of the most special people in the world.
Just knowing the person that Chris was tells me how much caring, nurturing and love there is in your family.
I will miss him, but please know that there are many people, including me, who are now better people for having known Chris Forner
Kathy Person
May 11, 2012
Chris was such a special friend and mentor to me at The Paradies Shops. From the first time I met him, he welcomed me to The Paradies Shops General Manager group. I will remember him, his smile and his laugh. I send thoughts of comfort and love to Cheryl and his family. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.
Amber Fite
May 11, 2012
I met Chris through my husband Paul who works for the Paradies corporate office. The yearly management seminars gave me the opportunity to meet and get to know many of the Paradies people. Chris was far and away one of my favorite people on the planet! He was so fun & funny, full of life, and kind. He always made me feel welcome at events even though I was the "spouse" and not an employee, and I looked forward to catching up with him every year. I will miss him and will remember him always.
Kelly Dwyer
May 11, 2012
I always enjoyed my time around Chris as brief as it always was. He left his mark and proved you don't have to be mean to be great at what you do.
Scott Szczepanski
May 11, 2012
Chris was the very first person I met at Paradies. I had the privilage of watching him in action for a week. From day one, he made me feel like part of the family. I will never forget our talks, or the laughs we shared.
My heart and my prayers go out to the Forner family.
Celeste
May 11, 2012
The first time I met Chris was sitting at a luncheon table during one of our seminars. From that time forward, I new I had a friend for life. Chris exemplified our company's Core Values...plus the value of Sincerity. He had an innate gift of making anyone feel important. I will miss the bear hugs and the warm 'I love you baby' he gave each of us.
My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends
Chris as Paradies Manager of the Year
May 11, 2012
We have a tradition at The Paradies Shops we call "Chip of the Week." This week, we are pleased to uplift Chris as the May 11, 2012 Chip of the Week:
Sunday, May 6th we learned that Chris Forner, our General Manager of the Jacksonville International Airport location, had passed away at the young age of 56. As the news of Chris' transition spread throughout the organization, it was immediately evident that we had lost a very special member of our Paradies family – a true friend, a man who never met a stranger, a husband, father, grandfather and mentor to many.
Chris joined the company 16 years ago and without a doubt made a lasting impression on all those who met him. As Gregg Paradies stated in his e-mail Monday morning, “Chris was known for his larger-than-life presence, his enthusiasm for our company and the business, and for his passion for developing excellent relationships and friendships with his peers, team members, airports, and brand/vendor partners.”
If you've had the opportunity to read through any of the sentiments posted on Chris' online obituary, you will see evidence that yes, Chris did have an innate gift to make everyone with whom he interacted feel very special; he had a true heart of gold. He was amazing and was there for any person, any time, no matter the need or request.
As a Paradies General Manager, Chris was tops and was recognized for his contributions as the recipient of almost every award the company gives including Manager of the Year (multiple years), PR (countless times – Chris was PR!), Nuts and Bolts, Human Resources and Payroll Management, and countless others. Chris and his Jacksonville team were the first-ever recipient of our “Best Places to Work” award which recognizes one location each year that lives the mission, embraces our core values and goes above and beyond to cultivate the family culture for which TPS is known.
As a representative of our organization, many of you know that Chris was very instrumental in the success of our PGA Tour business, as Jacksonville was our first PGA TOUR Shop and is home of the PGA TOUR. Chris cultivated many great relationships with top TOUR executives and our Jacksonville PGA TOUR Shop has been consistently recognized on Golf World Magazine's “100 Best Golf Shops” list.
It was standing-room only at the service yesterday and for those who were able to attend, there were scores more who wanted to but could not. Chris was an incredible person, leader, and friend who will be greatly missed. Continue to keep your thoughts and prayers with all those who will miss him during this very difficult time.
God Bless You Chris Forner and may you rest in peace.
- The Paradies Shops and the Paradies family of associates
John (Fox) Davis
May 11, 2012
"Hollywood", "Bo", Chris, I've called you by all. I am shocked to hear of your parting. You made such a tremendous impact on my life as a boss, mentor and most importantly a friend. You were someone who always made people feel comfortable. When you walked into a room the light was always a little brighter. Thanks for being a part of my life. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Lisa Paczkowski
May 11, 2012
Keeping the entire Forner family in my thoughts and prayers ---
Chris was always "JAGMAN" to me and was always jealous when Peyton Manning would spoil the game for the Jaguars over the years. I will miss his enthusiastic zest for life!
Jana Brau
May 11, 2012
May GOd bless you in this time of sorrow. Chris was an amazing man! He made everyone feel special around him! He will be missed.
Amy Beeghley
May 11, 2012
Chris you will be truly missed! You were always bright, cheery and the most positive person I have ever met. We have lost a great member of our team and noone can ever replace that! The Forner family is in my thoughts and prayers!
Ken Paylor
May 11, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Alex Malsky
May 10, 2012
Cheryl and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I am certain Chris never met a stranger as he was at his best making all of us so comfortable being around him. Our conversations would start only in two ways: "Gator-man, this is Jag-man" or "Jag-man, this is Gator-man". It only depended on which of us placed the call. To say that he will be missed is an understatement as he blessed all who crossed his path. All of you are in our prayers.
May 10, 2012
With deepest sympathy from the members and Officers of the Jacksonville Aviation Authority Police Department.
Officer Maria Rayburn, JAAPD
May 10, 2012
You were a vital part of the JIA community. Everyone knew you and knew how open and friendly you were. That is what I will miss the most. The "Hello Ladies" that Debbie Myers and I always got when we were going home or when you would grace us with you friendly smile in the Access Control Office. You were a true friend to the JAA Police Dept. Rest in Peace Chris until we meet again. To the Forner Family know that Chris is in the arms of the Lord where we all will be one day and you will see him again.
Debbie Walters (Marine)
May 10, 2012
"Hollywood" knew how to get the most or best out of everyone he came in contact with! He was an amazing mentor,boss,friend! But most of all he loved his family....everything he did was centered around his wife and girls! Thank you for allowing me to be better because of you! Your laughter will be remembered and how you always cared about your employees and friends!
Jennifer Bright
May 10, 2012
We little knew that morning God was going to call your name, in life we loved you dearly and in death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you; you did not go alone for part of us went with you, the day God called you home. You left us beautiful memories your love is still our guide, and though we cannot see you, you are always by our side. Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same but as God calls us one by one the chain will link again.
Art Waczkowski
May 10, 2012
Chris my Friend, We will all miss your smile, warmth and great compassion for others. My prayers go out for your family and I know we will meet again.
Art
Elizabeth Jones
May 10, 2012
I worked with Chris at The Paradies Shops (I was in Atlanta and he was in Jacksonville). I moved to Jacksonille and lived there for 2 years and loved to see Chris each time I traveled through the airport! Chris was a joy to be around and his enthusiasm for life was contagious! My most fond memory of him was when he and I went to the Super Bowl in Miami together and he helped get tee shirts to all the stores in Ft. Lauderdale at midnight after the game. What a great guy .... he will be missed!
Tracey A. McCullagh
May 10, 2012
I worked with Chris for 3 years in Jax. Poor Chris, I was placed into his location, a Canadian transplanted into the south, extremely talkative (Chris had a short attention span, I learn quickly how to deliver my SPIEL before his eyes glazed over) and was new to the Airport retail business. Chris took me under his wing and showed me everything. He was an amazing teacher!
Chris was always the first one to help out anyone in need. Always there with a smile and great tales to make you laugh. Chris loved his family and also his work family.
He and I had talked about the old 70's karate movies one day, and it stuck with us for years in our communications. When I left Jax to go to other locations, if I needed help, I always called Chris and just said "Master, it's Grasshopper" and he would dropped everything and help me out.
My prayers go out to the family.
Thank you Master, I will miss you......Grasshopper.
Ed Williams
May 10, 2012
Chris was always a joy to be around as we worked with him at Food Lion. He just had a way about him that made everyone smile and enjoy life a little better. Each family member will be in our prayers
Mike Hannan
May 10, 2012
I am so sorry I didnt get to say goodbye Bo. Im sorry I couldnt help you. The way you helped me. 8 years ago you helped me change my life. You gave me the courage and confidence to forgive myself for my past and make myself a future. I couldnt thank you enough. I will miss playing golf with you, grillin out, chilling out , talking and partying. You are one of a kind . So much more to say but I will still look into the sky from time to time and know you are out there watching and listening. I love you Bo
May 10, 2012
All our love to Cheryl, Chrissy and Mario, Chera and Brian, Mario, Anthony, Luke, Garrett and Armand. May the love of Family and Friends comfort you in this time of sorrow.
Pete Beeler and Portia (Nashville, TN)
John, Tina and Christoper Snyder
May 10, 2012
Cheryl, you know how much we loved Chris. He was always fun to be around and the pool parties and cookouts were always a blast. We are deeply saddened by his passing. Bo was a good man and we had a lot of laughs together. We will miss those days but we will always have the memories to reflect on.
May 9, 2012
Cheryl- Chrissy & Chera:
Sorry fills our hearts at this sad moment, a sorry that is deep and personal. The news of the untimely death of Chris came as a great shock. His departure was sudden, unexpected and particularly distressing. He was a vital and effective force in the growth of The Paradies Shops at JIA. We depended upon him to so great an extent that we are truly going to miss him deeply. May God smile propitiously upon you all, is our prayer.
Pam & Willard Payne
Jacksonville, FL
Dallas Waddell
May 9, 2012
Cheryl,
We cannot believe Chris has passed away. He was such a great guy. What great memories we will always have of the Hawaii trip and many other wonderful times we shared together. Dallas always thought the world of Chris and he will miss him deeply. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dallas and Marie
Maribel Hernandez
May 9, 2012
May the Lord our God bring you to everlasting peace and happiness in His heavenly kingdom and may He embrace your family during this time with His love and cherished memories.
Charles Miller
May 9, 2012
I am so sorry to hear about losing Chris. He was one of a kind.He was so full of joy and fun. I will never forget the times we had in the old days of working at Food Lion. Chris always made everything fun. He will be missed so much by everyone. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very sad time. God Bless You all!
Charles Miller, Columbia, S.C.
May 9, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. He was an awesome person!
Leigh Anne Neal
May 9, 2012
Cheryl - My families involvement with Food Lion allowed our paths to cross several years ago. My husband and I will fondly remember times shared with you, Chris and your family. Especially that Gator Bowl trip to your home in 1987! He was a great man and he will be missed. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Leigh Anne (Waddell) Neal and Steve Neal, Columbia, SC
Judy Heit
May 9, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Chris will always be remembered by his Paradies friends as a gentle soul who had a kind word for everyone.
brenda shank
May 9, 2012
Chris was such a wonderful boss, I am deeply saddened by his loss. He would always thank me for coming in to work and always went out of his way to say hello. I am still in shock as i just learned of it today, he was the reason I worked at Paradies. So sorry for your loss
Troy Arnold
May 9, 2012
To Chris' family my deepest heartfelt sorrow. I worked in the PGA Tour Shop for four years at JIA. The main reason I enjoyed it so much was because of my friend Chris. He was always positive and supportive. He will be missed!
Lamonta Webb
May 9, 2012
Cherl and family. I have been an employee at Paradies for 3 years an if I seen Chris he always told me he appreciated what I did. HIs big smile and warm welcome when he came on the concourse I will never forget. He will be greatly missed by us too. You just knew he was a great family man.
Lynette Smith
May 9, 2012
What a wonderful man...We will miss you deeply...Our prayers are with the Forner Family and his lovely wife Cheryl.
Chris and his team at the CRM golf tournament: TPC Stadium Course
Penny Kievet
May 9, 2012
Cheryl, Chrissy and Chera,
While my husband Ken worked with Chris, I knew him for his heart for City Rescue Mission and all the people in this community who were homeless and addicted. Your husband and dad was blessed to be a blessing as he gave of his time and efforts to help with our charity golf tournament each year. His heart for the homeless and addicted was huge. The staff here has kept you in their prayers and his kindness and goodness will be missed. I thank God for getting to know him and the important part he played in this ministry.
May 9, 2012
Cheryl, I am so sorry to hear about Chris. He was a great first boss way back in 1977. He was a lot of fun. I remember how happy he was on your wedding day (and how he loved all of those coupons we put all over the car).
Teresa Caldwell Cornett
Lexington, SC
Sharon Bembry
May 9, 2012
We'll go on, but there will be a void in our midst forever. No one I know will be able to "fill the shoes" of Chris Forner. His generosity, humor and kindness will be missed by all who knew him. My son, Jon and I are honored to have been among those he called "friend".
Clark Burton
May 9, 2012
Wow! We never know what the Lord has planned for us. I've known Chris for the past 9 years at JAA, he would always walk up smiling and talking with everyone. His cheerfulness and kindness is one of a kind in today's world. Maybe we need to look inside of ourselves and attempt to follow after his steps. Chris you're in a better place. God Bless the family and friends. Your Brother In Christ, Clark
Eve & Joe Szymanski
May 9, 2012
Chris brought sunshine into a room. No one could work so hard at our airport managers activities and have so much fun at the same time! How we will miss his smile, energy and enthusiasm for life. God Be with you Cheryl and family.
Sharon Bembry
May 9, 2012
We'll go on but it will never be the same. No one I know will ever be able to "fill the shoes" of Chris Forner. What a unique and wonderful guy that never met a stranger and always had a smile. It has been my honor for Chris to consider me a friend. God's blessings to Cheryl and the family.
Natalie Gadsen
May 9, 2012
Chris you will be truly missed. It was a pleasure working with you. Love you man
Natalie Gadsen (Fort Lauderdale)
Eve & Joe Szymanski
May 9, 2012
Chris brought sunshine into a room. How we will miss his smile, energy and enthusiasm for life. God Be with you Cheryl and family.
Gloria Maree
May 9, 2012
Chris was a beautiful Soul that demonstrated his love for Christ and others. I'll miss my friend, but I'll always cherish the wonderful memories I have. A man of Faith, who spoke often of the love he had for his wife, children and those wonderful grandchildren. I cannot remember a time when there was a need that Chris did not make himself available. I know he's with the Lord, but I wish he was still here with us. Thank you for sharing this great man.
phillip beeler
May 9, 2012
Chris, I am at your house, and it isn't the same without you.You were more like a brother to me, than a brother-in-law. Thanks for taking care of my sister all of these years. Your kindness, and your generosity will live on through your girls, and grandsons. Heaven gained another angel. You will be welcomed with open arms from Mom and Dad, who also considered you another son, who took care of their baby girl. I will always love you, and will be there for your wife, girls, son-in-laws and grandsons!!
Barbara Halverstadt
May 9, 2012
"Whatever you need" That was what Chris always ended our conversations with! You are greatly missed by your JAX family. Bless your family and Cheryl, whatever you need -
Ann Hill
May 9, 2012
We love you Chris, from your airport family :)
May 9, 2012
I'm so sorry for your lost I know Chris was a good man he was so helpful to us when my husband Elliott Finkley was battling cancer. You have my condolences may God continue to keep you and your family.
Deloris Finkley and Family
Ken Austin
May 9, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I had the pleasure of working with Chris as part of the Paradies Shop family and his visits to TLH. Great southern gentlemen who with be missed.
Ken and Debra Austin, Tallahassee, Florida
judy newell
May 9, 2012
I only knew him a short time but no one could ever forget him. My prayers are with you.
David Dunkley
May 9, 2012
Chris, you will be remembered forever! I feel privilaged to have met you and your family way back before the airport and then to have had the great time we had there is irreplaceable! I know you will be with us in memory and spirit and I want to thank you for being such a great friend, Council Chairman and my Council Golf Tournement Co-Chair for some may years. The way you viewed the world and the way to treated others was unique and priceless. You never met a stranger and stranger always felt like they had known you for years! Cheryl, Chrissy and Chera(hope I got the spelling right!), I know no words here will ease your pain but stay the course and the Lord will help you get thru this as Chris would have told you the same thing. God Bless and may He keep you and wrap His arms around you and comfort you in this difficult time. David Dunkley
May 9, 2012
My condolences to the family. May you be
comforted by PSALMS 65:2.
Pat Horton
May 9, 2012
Chris was a wonderful caring boss. We are all still in shock and will miss him everyday. Pat Horton
John Jones
May 9, 2012
I had know Chris for 12 years while working at JIA. I am deeply saddened by my friend. Chris was full of joy and such a good person. The last time I saw Chris was a charity golf event that he was involved with for a police officer who had worked at the airport who was extremely ill. That's what Chris was so good was that he cared for everyone. I will miss you Chris. God Bless the family and RIP Chris.
Karen Butler
May 9, 2012
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Chris, fully dressed, in the pool.
Bobby Salehi
May 8, 2012
I had the privilege of working with Chris at The Paradies Shops. Chris was such a fun upbeat guy that made a lasting impression with me. Here's Chris at a Paradies meeting when I threw him in the pool. He only stayed mad for a few seconds. Chris you will be missed buddy.
Rachelle Jackson
May 8, 2012
I had the honor of meeting Beau just once, but in that one time he was always laughing and smiling and made me feel so welcome in his home and that I was welcome there anytime. You are always in my thoughts and prayers.
May 8, 2012
Chris, we miss you, Buddy. I will always remember you for your larger than life, outgoing personality, your kindness, and the way you always treated everyone like family. You and Mrs. Forner are the best neighbors anyone could ask for. You are sadly missed and we are thinking about you.
Rebecca Sturkie
May 8, 2012
Mr. Forner, hired me at Harris Teeter in 1980. I can still hear him say, " Smile Becky" he was always smiling. Then we worked together at Food Lion. He was a wonderful manager ... It was an honor to have worked for him. Keeping your family in my prayers.
Karen Wright
May 8, 2012
Chris was one of those special people that everyone loved and cherished; he changed the lives of everyone he met in some small or profound way. He will be sadly missed; yet he is closer than we know, because it is his light that will continue to shine our world. May comfort and hope be with the Forner family during this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
Linda Ann & Frank Torres
May 8, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Linda Ann Marrero Torres
May 8, 2012
Chrissy, I am so sorry for your loss. I didn't know your dad personally but I feel as if I did because you and your boys are extensions of him and the wonderful man he was. He is blessed to have such a wonderful and loving family and he will continue to thrive in your hearts and the memories you shared. Find comfort in knowing that he is watching over you, Mario and the boys and that you will be with him again some day. God bless!
May 8, 2012
My deepest sympathy to your family during this sorrowful time. Chris was a fine man and will be missed by all. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Susan Mobley (Raleigh, NC)
Faith scoggins
May 8, 2012
There are some people that come along that have a way of making there way into your heart.Chris was my boss,my friend,my shoulder to cry on.He had a way about him ,to make you angry one minute then one look in his face and eyes and all the anger would go away.We went through alot together over the 16yrs of working together.There will never another like him.I loved him like family and i will miss him.My prayers are with you all.
Nancy Tacu
May 8, 2012
Having worked under Chris' guidance at Paradies, JIA, I can tell you, he gave 100% of his time while at work and he loved his family. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May God give you comfort and peace.
Kelly Walters
May 8, 2012
Gone way too soon but will never be forgotten. What a wonderful man that I had the pleasure of working with at the Paradies. May God Bless his family and let him rest in peace.
Jasan Mobley
May 8, 2012
Cheryl,
My father Jack and I both had the pleasure of working with Chris at The Paradies Shops. Even though I no longer work there and my father is no longer with us, Chris has maintained close contact with me and my family, and most recently worked closely with my wife Ceri at the PGA TOUR.
Even before I met him, my father shared with me just how unique of a person Chris was. Trust me, his best description didn't even come close to describing him. Chris had a wonderful way of making a lasting impression on everyone he came across and for that, I will never forget him.
A few weeks ago, Chris made a special trip to the PGA TOUR offices in Ponte Vedra Beach to drop a present off to my wife for our 10 month old daughter. Unfortunately, Charlotte never got the chance to meet Chris, but we certainly cherish the silly gift he was so thoughtful to give her.
Just this past Sunday morning, Chris again had my family on his mind. He sent an email pledging to donate money to the foundation we have in my father's honor. I find it very comforting that in his last hours with us, my father's foundation, as well as the people it helps, was on his mind. That simple gesture is a true reflection of the type of person Chris was - one who constantly thought of others.
We all know that Chris is in a better place, and I know my Dad now has someone to laugh and enjoy an adult beverage or 2 with. The Mobley family is terribly sorry for your loss.
Jasan, Ceri and Charlotte Mobley
Chris Snyder
May 8, 2012
Thinking and praying for you and your family in this difficult time....Chris was a good man who loved life, and always had a smile on his face whenever I saw him...the world's loss is heaven's gain...
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