Christoffer George Gregory

My Dearest, Darling Son~
Many questions, many regrets, but my One Prayer is that through this, God will use you in a mighty way to reach others for Him!
I'm so thankful to have had the privilege of giving you birth, raising you and watching you grow. I just pray that you made peace with God before you left us. I am also so very thankful not to have to walk through this valley alone, but have the loving arms of Jesus Christ wrapped around me to comfort me and give me shelter. He is with me through this storm! I am also most grateful that your sisters and father & Paula have been such a great support, and for those in the community who have been so kind.
I have always known that you were never mine; you were only entrusted to me for a time. You are His. God does not have any grandchildren!
John 14:27: "Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid."
I love you, Chris! Always did; always will. May God bless you and keep you. May he hold you tight and pour out His love upon you. Love that you could not accept here in this life.

Dearest Reo, My heart goes out to you, may your memories always sustain you. Linda

This is a beautifully written tribute to Chris. It was obvious to me, within minutes of meeting him, how much he truly adored his family. Upon death, "we shall find peace, we shall hear the angels, we shall see the sky sparkling with diamonds"(Anton Chekov). I pray his soul is at peace. He now resides in the hearts of those who loved him. Praying for comfort for all of you.

I'm sorry for your loss. I'm cherishing the childhood memories I had with your family and Chris bugging his sisters and me during our countless playdates

I'm so very thankful for all the time I've spent with you over the last 16-17 years. I can honestly say that never once in all the things we've done was there a bad time. Sure, we may have not caught a fish on few occasions, had a long drive home after a concert, or had to witness the Hawks lose when we saw them in Denver.
But we had fun 100% of the time! Over countless concerts, beer festivals, Hawks games, snowboarding, mountian biking and fishing the river, never ever did we not make a memory that I wont forget. Dang dude you were with us the day my daughter was born!
You genuinely loved every kid you came to know. Sometimes I think you knew my kids birthdays and such better than I did. Telling them you're gone was nearly as hard as this news was. Mia took it the hardest.
You hid your pain so well. Talking with Adam, we have so many regrets. So many questions. Could we have made a difference? Only God knows the answers to the questions that all of us have. One thing is for sure, you're missed greatly. Clearly it's not from lack of love, that's evident from everything I've read on here over the past two days. You're a great friend that we'll all miss greatly.
One thing I was not aware of before this is that the human body is capable of producing ridiculous amounts of snot and tears without drying out.
You should know that you will win your fantasy matchup despite having T.Y.Hilton on your bench. I think we're going to play your team out for the season and hopefully you'll win it all. We'll use your winnings to upgrade our trophy and make it larger than life, just like you.
I miss you more than you know. We all do. We all question what good may come of this? I know we're all hurting. In time God will comfort all of us and when we think of you it will rarely draw a tear, but will start an epic conversation that start with 'remember that time with Chris.....'. That will most definitely lead to smiles all around.
I love you bro!
(I wrote this Monday)

Dear Chris, I hope that you have found peace, a place of rest in the arms of our Higher Power. My final memory of you was at Lindy and Johns wedding when I didn't recognize you, You forgave me for it, and everyone at the table had a great big laugh. That's how I will remember you, with a smile on your face, and a great big hug. I will love you forever.

Dearest Bill and all the Gregory family, My heart and love go out to the entire family. Christoffer chose to find peace at this time; for his spirit and soul. I hope that one day you will understand his decision. I hope the family can remember all the good times you had with Christoffer... I myself, will remember all the "family" picnics that Christoffer came too... Bill, you have beautiful, kind, and loving children... I hope in time; you remember all the great and loving times you shared with Christoffer... I want you to know how much I love (all) the Gregorys... Remember, Christoffer is at peace with himself now and for ever... he is in God's hands now... so you know he is okay...

Love always, Karen Phillips - xoxoxo

Sending our love, prayer, and condolences from Idaho. So sorry for your loss, praying for peace and comfort for you all... God Bless...

This is a particularly painful loss to suffer. We will never know the details of the specific whys other than in that much despair he found more peace in saying goodbye and taking his travels back to from where he came , where he would no longer feel pain. I lost my beautiful brother recently in the exact same way. It is an unimaginable pain to suffer moment by moment and the loss of such a beautiful and sensitive soul seems unbearable. Christoffer was not alone in how he felt and those left behind are not alone. The crying and shock and grief will be a necessary process to heal. It will be nearly impossible to understand. Painfully we have to accept their decision and honor their beautiful and precious soul. It will never make complete sense because he was beautiful and had so much to live for and give. Only believe that he is in the hands of god and he now understands what he did not understand in this life. I always felt my brother would like to tell me he is so sorry but also tell me he is at peace and much happier now. My deepest prayers and thoughts are with christoffer and his family and friends. LG.

OMG Chris Chris Chris.
A week later and we are all still in shock. As many times as we have talked firearms over the years, never in a million years would I have thought you of all people would do this. Wish you would have reached out hun. Heard your gf Ashley is a mess which is understandable. I hope you found the peace you were looking for. Look down on your family from time to time.
If anyone is depressed and reading this please seek the crisis line or help from someone. People forget what this does to others when they do this and everyone starts blaming themself because they feel guilty for not seeing it coming. Until we see each other again, god speed chris. You will always be missed.

I was so shocked to see "Chris obit" on my computer when I finally checked it this morning to see when my doctor was going to be in Cuero again. My thoughts raced wondering what had happened. Reading the messages, I have some idea what took place. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family in this time of grief. When you are ready to write me, I have my computer going again. I had been unable to connect to server for over a month, but Cindy finally came over and got it going again. So, I'm "up and running" again. Know this, that our Savior Jesus Christ loved Chris even more than his earthly family, if that seems possible. Also, that even though you and I have never met face to face, I've loved you ever since we first started writing, years ago. I will continue to pray for your family that all may feel Jesus's love and compassion during this time of trials. My oldest grandson is also
Chris. Love to all, Marcia

Everyone that knew Chris, knew his love for music. I would love to know what songs remind you of him. I think it may help all of us heal during this horribly tragic time. I hear some songs and I break down in tears, I hear others and it puts a smile on my face. In my heart, there will always a song playing for Chris.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=BAcstCYcZzQ

I am so so sorry for everybody's loss. I will always regret not doing more to keep that beautiful smile alive.
A.M

I miss you, Chris! My heart goes out to your family. I was completely flooded with emotions when I heard the news. Through my head ran all the "Should've, could've, would've and what if's!" I know that I cannot change what your heart was feeling, but I wish I could've just made you laugh and taken you to a happy place for 5 minutes, long enough to get your mind off the pain. I know a lot of people are feeling that way right now. I will hold the memories we shared very close to me. I will never forget our little songs, inside jokes and crazy fun road trips, for adventure. I know life took us both in different directions and that is what was needed at the time, but I will say I have never forgot about you. I am really glad I got to see you recently and thank you for the messages. My heart will always have a a special place that is filled with your huge hugs, genuine laughter and adorable smile. I bet your wings are super fast and beautiful, but please tell me you are barefoot and not wearing your black socks, that would clash! ;) "OH" I miss you so very much. I talk to you often and belt out songs to you when I drive, just like we use to do. When I close my eyes I can feel your big strong hugs, that always felt so warm. Your family needs those right now, so please calm their racing hearts and wrap them up with those big bear hugs. Do me a favor too when you get them time, although I must say with some loud obnoxious things I have been hearing you already have. Please check on my Angel, the two of you would/are having a blast. I miss you and will forever hold your memories close. Love you handsome guy. OXOXOXO (Please don't tell me all my grammar errors either!!) ;) sigh* Again Mister...Again I will see you!

I agree A.M Music was a huge passion for him. If you ever want someone to go to a concert with you, he's the man! I think we are all listening to songs, thinking of him. This is one of the many that we would listen to over and over, belting them out super loud rocktar status, pretty much.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5AoK4HB2Ey0

I bet we could all go on and on with so many songs that are an instant reminder of Chris. I love seeing what resonates with all of his friends. Breaks up our tears with some smiles.
A.M

Thank-you to all who have left messages on Chris' Guest Book. It is heart-warming to know how loved Chris was.
I would like to acknowledge a couple people who were left out of the obit. Uncle Steve and Auntie Lindy invested time and love into Chris' life, and were very close to him. Thank-you so very much for always being there for Chris, and loving him the way you do.
God Bless,
Reo

Nicely written Justin.

Chris you will be missed by all of your friends, family and teamates R.I.P heaven got a great angel

Reo, my heart is heavy that "we" are left here on earth. Heaven is joyous they received another Angel. You are a strong woman of God and am so glad you find comfort in His loving arms!! He is our refuge and our strength. Rest in the peace knowing you and Chris' family, who know Christ as their Savior will see him again. I also pray that your loss will give others' the courage to reach out and find peace on earth and know Jesus can be their comforter and loving Father. God feels your pain, as He also lost his Son, to our gain. May God bless you and keep you in his loving comfort, now and forever!! Love you dear friend, Viv

Beautiful service for a beautiful man. Prayers are with your family as they continue to deal with such a tragic loss. You are missed my friend. Until we meet again.

Viv~
Thanks so much for your message of comfort. That is my number one prayer: that Chris will not have died in vain; that people would be drawn into a closer relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ, seeking to know the Peace, the Comfort, and the Love of Him who died for each one of us! While praying, and asking God to not have let Chris die in vain, He told me, "Neither do I want My Son to have died in vain."
God Bless,
Reo

It was with sadness that we learned that Chris had passed away. Although we had not seen him in many years, we thought of him in our house because there is a picture of him in Indian headdress with two of his friends, one, our younger daughter - this was taken at the Lynden fair several years ago..

Reo, you and your family have been in our thoughts in prayers.

My deepest condolences to the Gregory family, may you find comfort knowing that Christoffer is in God's memory and that he will soon cease all death and suffering as promised in Isaiah 25:8.

Thank you Carlena!

Great topic and well written. Do you have any
more resources about this that you reccommend?

I just miss him so much. Why can't we have him back? My life changed when I met him, and was shattered when I lost him.

Hi Reo,
I was friends with Chris many years ago....we spent a lot of time together and had talked about moving in together as roommates. He was my best friend for years till I moved away. I am currently in town and would like to visit his gravesite. Please let me know where that is so I can go visit my friend. Thank you.

I miss you Chris!!! We all miss you. Why does it still hurt so damn bad??