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for Chris Wadkins
May 4, 2009
Chris, you were our fun-loving and adventurous child. Whatever Greg could not do, you were close at hand to show him how or to lend a helping hand. You could be counted on not only by your family, but your friends. You took the words "friendship" and "family" very serious. The role of "godfather" that grandpa Friday bestowed on you was very fitting. One which you cherished in every meaning of the word. Jack will grow up to know how much you loved him and that you will be watching over him. We will let him know that his Uncle Chris was a very special person and would have loved to be there when he learned to ride a Harley. We know that you and Greg will watch over Jennifer as she continues her future journey in life. We know that it was hard for us to give you up an early age, but know in our hearts that God needed you and was ready for you to complete your journey in life with him. We know that you and Greg will be able to tackle whatever it is that God has planned for you and be the best guardian angels that anyone could ask for. Chris, we love you and will miss you very much.
Mom and Dad
Norrie Holt
April 3, 2009
Wadkins family- Chris was one of the sweetest guys I knew. He always had a hug and a big hello for me whenever I would run into him. Both the guys had a heart of gold. I will miss Chris very much. Luv and prayers to you all.
Jeremy Ruth
April 3, 2009
I've known Chris since high school but it wasn't until Bob moved to Arizona that Chris and I became very close. I never once heard him say that he was too busy to help anyone out...regardless of how well he knew them. He taught me a lot about friendship and he'll be in my heart forever.
April 2, 2009
" Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming " WOW! What a ride!" -Robert Wickman
Sandi Ray
April 2, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you, in this diffcult time, Please find comfort in knowing that all the live's Chris touched was blessed, Thank you for sharing him with all who knew him. He will be missed and loved always.
Kelly Perry (Patterson)
March 31, 2009
Chris, you were always the jokester in school and your legacy lived on in my stories years later. It seems odd...only a couple weeks ago I was reminiscing about skunk games with you and then last week I found out that you were gone. It doesn't seem right. I may not have seen you in years but I will always keep you in my stories and will always call you a friend. I am sorry I missed your memorial service.
Ed Zarda
March 31, 2009
Chris: If you try half of the stuff in heaven that you did on earth, God will probably send you back to us.
It was an honor and privilege to have you for a nephew and I will really miss your smile, your charm, and everything about you that made you such a special person. You have had such an impact on everyone you knew.
God bless you always and forever!
"Uncle Ed"
Christy O'Connor
March 31, 2009
Ray, Pat , and Jenny
I can't tell you how much I will miss Greg and Chris!! Growing up with them, they were like my little brothers. Chris would always make me smile, no matter what. Every family get together we had, he always hugged me at the end of the day. I will miss him at our family get togethers we still have. Chris was one of a kind!! And I know speaking for my whole family he will always be in our hearts. Love you Chris!!!
Norma Priddy
March 31, 2009
The Seaman Alumni Association send our sympathy. May the kindness of family and friends help you through the days ahead.
Norma Johnson Priddy
SAA Secretary
Joey O'Connor
March 31, 2009
Ray, Pat, and Jenny,
What can I say about Chris. Chris was the life of the party. He was fun to be around! He has made me realize that you need to live life and to have fun. He did that! I will always remember him and keep him in my heart. I love you guys and I will miss him very much!
Gina Constant
March 30, 2009
It was a pleasure to know Chris he alway,s had a smile on his face and could alway,s make you laugh. I can not think of anything worse then lossing something so special. I have children close to his age. My heart is heavy for all of you. My GOD keep you close. Gina Constant
Larry, Melissa & Kieffer O'Connor
March 30, 2009
Pat, Ray & Jenny,
We feel so blessed to have known Chris, we miss him dearly. He will always have a very special place in our hearts. May you find comfort in all of the wonderful memories. We love you.
Shannon Dickey
March 30, 2009
Wadkins family, Janet, and Jack, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Both Greg and Chris will be missed.
Rhonda Shepherd
March 30, 2009
March 30, 2009
Dear Pat, Ray and Jennifer,
My deepest sympathies to your family. Take comfort in knowing that you have 2 special guardian angels watching over your family. I cherish and hold close to my heart my memories of Greg and Chris. They were truly amazing people. My thoughts and prayers to you all. May peace be with you.
Delores Whiteman
March 30, 2009
Dear Ray and Pat Wadkins,
I am so sorry for your loss. Greg and Chris looked like beautiful young men.
I live in Winfield, KS and the accident was in our local paper.
My mother was Ruth Lantis Beightol, Her mother was Nancy Melvine Wadkins Lantis and she was Lige Wadkins sister.
My prayers and condolences go to you and your family for loss.
Marsha Hisey-Neiswender
March 30, 2009
Ray and Family, You're on my heart and in my prayers.
Burrous and Ribordy Family
March 30, 2009
Pat and Family
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of greif. May your memories bring you comfort.
Matthew Huber
March 29, 2009
Chris was a good guy. He will be missed.
Angie Krahe
March 29, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of these two wonderful men. Chris & Greg were both fun-loving, caring & full of life! They made footsteps on each of our hearts. It's hard to have faith in times like this...but your faith is what will get you through this & keep you going.
Prayers & thoughts are with you all.
March 29, 2009
Ray and family
you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tom and Gina Masters
Lacey Jane Miller
March 29, 2009
My prayers and comfort go out to Chris and Gregs family. I can never recall a time when i didnt share good times with those two. They will be dearly missed.
Sandy Miller
March 29, 2009
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. God bless your family.
Sandy, Kelli and Danny Miller
Ron Raines
March 29, 2009
Pat, Ray, and Jenny
We extend the most sincere condolence and sorrow for the loss of Greg and Chris. There can be no greater tragedy than an accident that takes children from their parents and siblings. You, Jenny, Greg, and Chris will be in our thoughts and prayers. If I, or any one of us can do anything for you, we are only a phone call away. We value your friendship and treasure the years of past, and their memories. Greg and Chris will always be fondly remembered and greatly missed.
Ron Raines and Family
Patrick Gordon
March 29, 2009
Ray,Pat&Jenifer
My heart goes out to your family.Chris was a great kid, that always left you laughing.May god heal your hearts in the days to come
Mr.& Mrs Ray
March 28, 2009
We are very sorry for the loss of these two youg men. May god keep them in his arms and bless you and your families in this time
Joe North
March 28, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Tennille (Zerbe) Trickel
March 28, 2009
I used to hang out with Chris and met Greg a few times before I moved away and thinking about those days brings a smile to my face. Chris was such a great guy and was so much fun to be around he always knew how to put a smile on everyones face! They will both be greatly missed by so many people.
My thoughts and prayers are with your familiy during this difficult time.
Dennis and Amy Clements
March 28, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. I worked with Chris during the construction of the Sprint World HQ in Overland Park in 2001. He always had the gift of putting many smiles on many faces while we worked. I would run into him from time to time here in Topeka and he always acted as if he had just joked with you the day before. I am sure he will be greatly missed by many.
Dennis Clements
IBEW Local 95
Jamie Mauer
March 28, 2009
Chris was so fun, one of the only other people I know, near my age, still unmarried and no children. I could run into him at Live, give him a hug while he was chatting with numerous females, smile to myself and walk on. He was younger than me in school, but we were all made from the same cloth. Both guys will be greatly missed. This is a huge tradedy, and I cannot imagine the pain the family must feel. My thoughts are with you. God Bless
Valerie Long
March 28, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Chris's family and friends in this tragic time. May God bless you all and keep you safe.
Chris & Kerri Cushing
March 28, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Chris, we will miss you dearly. We will cherish all the good times we had.
March 28, 2009
Jenn and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Paul, Julie and Trey Cipolla
March 28, 2009
We are so very sorry for this tragic loss of two wonderful men. Thanks for the laughs Chris!
Mike and Claire Weaver
Chris Cushing
March 28, 2009
I remember meeting up with Chris on a weeknight last summer and going for a ride on our bikes to council grove. We had a beer in the one small bar that was open and came right back to Topeka. It was a long, cold ride back. We enjoyed another beverage at 'old' bullfrogs. That was the last time we had a chance to hang out together without any other friends. I will miss Chris very much and will continue to enjoy the memories I have of him and the way he enjoyed life.
Azure
March 27, 2009
Dear Wadkins Family, I met Chris many years ago through mutual friends. He was a GREAT guy. Shortly after meeting him, I knew that I had a new friend. My heart aches for you all. I pray that God keeps you close during this painful time. I will miss bumping into Chris!
Thad Halstead
March 27, 2009
God bless you all. Chris and Greg were good men who brought joy to those that knew them. Our prayers are with you.
Nathan Gilfillan
March 27, 2009
To Ray, Patty and Jennifer,
I have know all of you for the 30 years I have been alive. This is one of the hardest losses I have ever had and I can only imagine what it is doing to you. I will miss Chris & Greg so much, I know that they will both be a hit in heaven. Regardless where they go or who they are around they are great men.
My heart is with all of you,
Nathan Gilfillan
Rhonda Lewman-Culp
March 27, 2009
You can't say Chris didn't live life to the fullest. He was such a generous young man and close friend to my son, Todd and his family. His great smile and funloving teasing will be missed. My heart goes out to the family in this tragic time.
David & Misty Tillman
March 27, 2009
Our heart goes out to everyone who is mourning the loss of these two incredible guys. I went to school with Chris and like someone else said there was never a time he wasn't making you laugh. He was so awnry! My husband worked with both Chris and Greg as electricians and had lots of fun working with the both of them. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
March 27, 2009
To the Wadkins family,
We didn't know him well but Chris was a great neighbor when we lived next to him on 8th street. We are so sorry for your loss. Billie and Justin Blenden
Sarah Hefner-Palubinski
March 27, 2009
Wadkins Family & Friends:
I cannot begin to find the words to express my sorrow and sadness for you all. I went to school with Chris and graduated with him in 95'. It seems that the appropriate theme for Chris's life is that he had a desire to make others around him smile and laugh-always the jokester. Sometimes it seems like only yesterday-but when you are feeling such sorrow, the memories can seem so out of reach and hard to remember.
Being a parent myself now, I cannot imagine the grief, anger and pain that is consuming your hearts at this time. Does it not seem they should be pulling into the driveway at any moment-or looking at your phone because they have not yet called today-painfully remembering why?
Please know that my sincere prayer for you all is that the love and healing power of our Heavenly Father will consume you and keep your heavy hearts soft and filled with the love and memories of your beautiful boys.
Amy (Coulter) Busey
March 27, 2009
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Shara Monhollon
March 27, 2009
To the Wadkins family and the many friends of Chris,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Chris will truly be missed and never forgotten. Chris always had a smile on his face and laughter in his voice. He will be missed dearly by many and will live on in our hearts forever.
May God Bless You and give you the strength to make it through this time of sorrow.
Danny & Shara Monhollon
Tara (Beavers) Jefferies
March 27, 2009
I met Chris about 25 years ago when our brothers played ball together. We kept up our friendship through the years Chris always knew how to make everyday seem brighter. I will miss running into him and parting ways w/ "Tell your brother hi", and the other responding "you too". And his grin! Love you Chris.
Mark, Cathy, Ashtyn and Kellan Parcaro
March 27, 2009
Jennifer and Family,
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. Our hearts go out to you.
Kate Scarbrough
March 27, 2009
To Jenny and family,
I am overcome with grief for you in this terrible and tragic loss. I enjoyed having both Chris and Greg in high school and know that they were wonderful young men.
May you find comfort in the love and support of family and friends at this time.
Kristina
March 27, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Crystyl Morse(Johnson)
March 27, 2009
To all the Wadkins Family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Chris and Greg were some great guys and always there for you when you needed someone to talk to, or a laugh or anything. My husband & I have know and been friends with Chris & Greg for many years, from the Stampede to remington's and then many more years, their was never a moment these guys didn't enjoy life. They were some of the most amazing guys I knew. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. You will forever be in our hearts Chris! RIP
Carol Zarda
March 27, 2009
Pat, Ray and Jenny: Chris and Greg, together as always, took hold of each other's hands and walked through the gates of heaven where they will spread their angel wings. When it comes our time to join them, they will reach out their hands and we will walk with them again. Our hearts and prayers are with you at this terrible time.
Uncle Ed and Aunt Teetie
Marcy Mann (Harvey)
March 27, 2009
Chris and Greg always had smiles on their faces, and always knew how to put one on yours. They will truly be missed by everyone whose lives they have touched. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very difficult time.
Tonya (Appelhanz) Flores
March 27, 2009
Chris I came to know you as the nosey little brother who had to follow Greg everywhere. May it give your family and friends some peace knowing that you are still following Greg and bugging him.
Kelly Becker-Matthews
March 27, 2009
May God hold you close and lift your family up in this time of need. I am very sorry for your incredible loss.
Farrell Fouts
March 27, 2009
Ray and family may God be very close to you during this very difficult time. Just want you to know that we will keep your family in our prayers. Our church at my request had prayer for your family Wednesday night, God bless and comfort you.
March 27, 2009
Ray& Pat, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I cannot imagine the grief you are feeling. It has been awhile since we had seen Gegg and Chris but I remember all the good times we all had at the ballpark when they were young boys. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. Clifford, Shirley & Damon Moore
John Ybarra
March 27, 2009
I'm glad that I knew Chris. He made sure everybody had a good time and always looked out for his friends. May he rest in peace and may his family find comfort.
Tabetha (Jorgenson) Mallonee
March 27, 2009
Jenny and family, please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I will miss Chris dearly. May God wrap His arms around you all and help heal your hearts.
Kelly Becker-Matthews
March 27, 2009
May God hold your family close in his arms. I am so very sorry for your incredible loss.
Tracy Ready-Martinez
March 27, 2009
My deepest sympathy to all of you during this very sad and tragic time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Dustie Nitcher (Stenger)
March 27, 2009
I have so many great memories of Chris and Greg...as I'm sure all of us do. Thinking of them makes me smile, laugh, and cry. You will both be missed so much. To the Wadkins family, hold each other tight and know that you will see them again some day!
Danny & Tennille
March 27, 2009
Chris like his brother was full of life and always had a good time. We will remember his smile and teasing. My husband and I hung out with him at Remingtons and always had a good time, joking with him. Our prayers are with your family.
Ginger Sullivan
March 27, 2009
Ray, Patty, and Jennifer, I am so sorry to hear of your loss of both Chris and Greg. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Amy Blosser
March 27, 2009
Chris was an amazing guy, and one who will absolutely be missed by all of us. He was a truly giving person, and would do anything for his friends. I am so sorry for your losses.
Miranda Tull
March 27, 2009
I am praying for your family. What a hard time this must be. May you find comfort and peace with the Lord!
March 27, 2009
Patty and to the whole family,
I just want to let you know how deeply sorry I am for your loss. I cannot even begin to understand the grief you are going through. Please know that I will keep you in my prayers and thoughts through this difficult time. Please let me know if I can help in any way!
Marta (Strohmeyer) Barnett
Adam & Christy Emperley
March 27, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time. Chris and Greg were good friends to all and will be greatly missed.
Bob Zarda
March 27, 2009
Patty, Ray & Jennifer,
Words can't describe how you must be feeling now. Just know that the boys are with Uncle John and he is watching over them and all of you. Love Bob & Tammy Zarda & Kids
Kyle Ferguson
March 27, 2009
Dear Pat, Ray, and Jennifer -
My deepest condolences as we all will miss Chris and Greg. I will cherish my time and memories we all had together. My thoughts and prayers to you all.
Allyson Booth
March 27, 2009
To one of my dearest friends :
You will be missed dearly and remembered always.
Love Allyson
Kraig Roberts
March 27, 2009
Rest in Peace, Chris!
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Wadkins family.
Allen Lake
March 27, 2009
I am saddened to hear of the loss of Chris and his brother Greg. I went to school with Chris at Logan and graduated from SHS in '95 with him. There was never a minute that Chris wasn't making you laugh. May God be beside you to comfort your sorrow, and assure you that Chris and Greg are in good hands....
Julie Scott
March 27, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to their friends and families...
Aunt Sis
March 27, 2009
Chris we love you so much. You will always be in our hearts.
Chad & Jen Brading
March 27, 2009
Wadkins Family,
Our thoughts & Prayers are with you all. We pray that the wonderful memories of Greg & Chris help you make it through this difficult time.
Curt Loupe
March 27, 2009
I'm so sorry for your loss Pat and Ray. I pray that when the hurting eases, the many wonderful memories you created for your boys will again comfort you, you are wondeful parents.
Mark Zarda
March 27, 2009
Chris, my friend, buddy and cousin, you were one of a kind and will be missed deeply. all the fun we had growing up, from your dad and your Grandpa John messing with us and giving us a hard time, we had some great times together and you will surely be missed. Thanks for all of the good times and we will meet up again some day.
Ride with the angels now as I am sure God rides a Harley too
God Bless the rest of the Family
Tonya Boyd
March 27, 2009
Jen you and your family are in my prayers.I injoyed meeting your brother Chris a few times and he always made me laugh and smile.Going to miss chili dog.
Carrie
March 27, 2009
Chris will be greatly missed. I knew him and Greg for several years. Chris was full of energy and a fun loving friend. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kyle & Sara Corder
March 27, 2009
No words are enough to express our Sympathy for the loss of two wonderful men. We will miss them terribly,
Kyle and Sara Corder
Gabe Elliott
March 27, 2009
You will be missed dearly..
Pamela Crowder-Montez
March 27, 2009
Ray and Family,
I am so saddened by the horrific loss of Your Beloved Sons. There are no words to express my sorrow for you and your loved ones. Knowing that your pain is so immense, will make me ever mindful to keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
I pray that God holds you ever so close and that His Angels be bountiful around you. Again, I am so sorry for the tremendous loss of your Beloved Sons. I will be praying for both strength and courage to sustain you through out these sad and heart breaking times.
In His Care,
Pamela Crowder-Montez
HPHS Class of 68
SCOTT DICKEY
March 27, 2009
TO THE WHOLE WADKINS FAMILY, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.WHENEVER I SPENT TIME WITH CHRIS, HE MADE ME LAUGH. HE ALWAYS HAD A SMILE ON HIS FACE, I WILL GREATLY MISS HIM.
Brenda (Johnson) Hall
March 27, 2009
Dear Pat and Ray,
My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. My thoughts and prayers are with you both.
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