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Christopher Caudill Obituary
Chris was a 1989 graduate of St. Vincent St. Mary High School and went on to earn an Associate's Degree from Hilbert College in Buffalo, N.Y. He had been a service advisor at Kent Lincoln Mercury and Mazda of Kent for many years, and currently served as a manager at Chelsea's on the River in Cuyahoga Falls.
Chris was also an accomplished athlete, earning varsity letters in both baseball and soccer in high school, and was an integral part of many local championship softball teams over the years.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Roland and Lucille Ayres and George W. and Alice Caudill. He is survived by his parents, Bruce and Janet; brother, Brian (Lisa); niece and nephews, Amanda, James and Matthew; dogs, Max and Bosley; and a tremendous number of dear friends, especially those close to him from Chelsea's.
A funeral mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday, July 22, 2011, at 10 a.m., at St. Vincent Catholic Church, 164 W. Market St., with Fr. Joseph Kraker officiating. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery. Calling hours will be held on Thursday, July 21, from 3 to 8 p.m. at the Eckard Baldwin Funeral Home and Chapel, 760 E. Market St. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Humane Society of Greater Akron, 7996 Darrow Rd., Twinsburg, OH 44087.
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for Christopher Caudill
Tom & Kristina Baldridge
August 16, 2011
I hope your doing well Chris...i can't believe it will be a month tomorrow. We are missing you like crazy. Wanted to let you know we are thinking about you.
July 29, 2011
Laura Rector-Buehner
July 28, 2011
My prayers are with your family. I was so sad to learn of Chris's passing. Find peace in knowing how many lives he positively impacted. I knew him in high school, indeed he was incredibly kind.
Chris is #5 2nd from right in the 2nd row, I am 2nd from the right in the first row w/ sign in front of me
Steven Clemens
July 25, 2011
Please know our loving thoughts embrace you. I wish I knew what to say to make things better but sometimes words just aren't enough.
May it bring you solace to know how many lives have been deeply touched by Chris.
I first met Chris while playing on his W.A.B.L. baseball team in 5th grade. Chris threw hard as a pitcher and could be counted on to get on base as a batter. I never heard him speak disparagingly about anyone and often I had witnessed him courageously sticking up for someone that others treated poorly. He seemed to always have a smile that would burst out and lift everyone’s spirits. Chris had a quiet confidence and compassionate soul that should be an example for all of us. Until we meet again, Rest in peace Chris.
July 25, 2011
Dear Caudill Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Chris. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Joyce & Ralph Meyer, Lynn Meyer
Jan Martin Schoeppner
July 24, 2011
Even though you moved off Cassell Avenue when we were just kids, I still think about you all every time I hear one of your dealership ads on the radio.
My mom had heard about Chris' passing before it hit the newspapers last week and called to let me know- I had JUST thought about the Caudills that morning when I'd heard an ad on the way to Barberton.
My family and I are so sad about this- it looks like Chris "grew up" to be a great guy (and a great looking guy!) Please know that I'll continue to think of you periodically as I listen to WNIR! You're out of sight, but have never been out of mind. Take care.
Tammy Eiseman
July 23, 2011
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My heart goes out to you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Regina Moultrie
July 23, 2011
I am sorry for your loss, Chris was a friend of mine at Hilbert College. My prayers and deepest sympathies are with your family at this time. May he RIP.
Beverlie Stewart (Chulik)
July 23, 2011
Jan,
It is not supposed to happen this way-we shouldn't have to bury our children.
Wishing you strength and prayers to help you and your family though this difficult time.
Jeanette Stone
July 22, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I went to Hilbert with Chris and he was a great friend. His humor has always been a wonderful memory & will continue to be. The fun times we had will always put a smile on my face. I have some great pictures I will try to get together, copy & send you. Chris was an amazing person & I am so blessed to have known him and to have him as a friend. May God Bless you all during this difficult time. I hope the fact that you know he touched so many lives & was loved by many is comforting to you.
Kim and Vicki Wagner
July 22, 2011
Dear Jan and Bruce,
Our thoughts prayers are with you.
Michael "Bubba" Hunter
July 22, 2011
My condolences to the Caudill family. Chris was one of the most genuine friends a man could have and I am proud to have called him a friend of mine. He will deeply be missed by all. RIP Caudy #54
Noreen Ratliff
July 22, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with your wonderful family. Chris has and is a wonderful charactor.
Dave Beskitt
July 21, 2011
Chris, thank you for the joy and laughter you brought to my life so effortlessy. Many of my fondest memories are times spent together.You are irreplaceable and I will always love you as a brother.
Gina Wolszczak
July 21, 2011
I met Chris "Caudill" what seems like a lifetime ago we had so many good times when he lived with Brian D in Buffalo He was a great friend & person. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family & friends...you were a great guy Caudill & you will never be forgotten.
ron paolucci
July 21, 2011
bruce and brian my sincerest sympathy goes out to you and all your loved ones. what a great guy he was! when i heard the news it stopped me in my tracks and and completely made me shut down. reading this guest book has only confirmed what i knew when i met him 17 years ago! what a great guy
Melanie Burbridge-Kangas
July 21, 2011
Chris was a wonderful person, he could make you smile with his smile! Prayers to the entire family! RIP Chris...
Kim Diamond
July 21, 2011
My sincerest and deep condolences to the family...Caudi wow...Im in complete disbelief...RIP Chris...you will be deeply missed
Kristi Fuller
July 21, 2011
Chris, you were the best!! Though I only knew you for a few years, you will forever be in my heart! I hope you're now at peace! Love Always, Kristi
Mike Cain
July 21, 2011
There is an old saying only the good die young,I now personally believe that...RIP my friend you will be greatly missed...
antonella s
July 21, 2011
I have not seen Chris in a couple years, and I when I heard this news was instantly shocked and saddened. He was such a wonderful guy. Chris had such a kind, positive spirit and such a great smile. He will never be forgotten. My deepest condolensces to his family.
5th grade W.A.B.L.
Steven Clemens
July 21, 2011
Joseph Keane
July 21, 2011
I only knew Chris for about 20 yrs, but in the short period that we were friends it seems I have a lifetime of stories, good times and good thoughts to remember him by. I had the good fortune of meeting "Caudill" while he was attending Hilbert College near Buffalo NY. Chris is the only person I've ever known who was completely genuine. He never had an agenda or an angle. He was selfless, always concerned with everyone else's wellbeing rather than his own. Whenever we visited he went out of his way to make sure everyone was having a good time regardless of how much he was put out. It was always an amazing time. I know visiting Cleveland will never be the same, but if I ever summon enough courage to visit, whether it's a Browns game an Indians game or just a visit, it will be with a heavy heart because my friend Caudill will not be there with me. I love Chris like a brother and I always will. I pray Our Lord had a good reason to take him from us, but right now I can't imagine of one good enough.
My most sincere condolences go out to Chris' family. I am so very sorry for your enormous loss.
Caudill, I Love You and I will miss you forever. There will never be another like you. You are one of a kind. RIP
Rebecca Muldowney
July 21, 2011
I am so shocked and sad right now:( Chris was one of my best friends and always could make me smile no matter what. My thoughts and prayers of with his family. I will miss him very much.
Kellie Hankins
July 21, 2011
To the Caudill family,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Chris was a wonderful guy and always a joy to be around. Chelsea's just won't be the same without him. It was a pleasure to know him. He will be deeply missed by many!!! My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Steve "Pudge" Kelly
July 21, 2011
My deepest condolences to the entire Caudill family. God only takes the best....and Chris was surely one of them. He will be missed.
Kelly Cegelski (Pasternak)
July 21, 2011
"My thoughts and prayers go out to the Caudill family. I met chris at Hilbert College he was one of my best friends there. He was always there for everyone. Although it has been years since I have seen Chris we have kept in touch on facebook. Hilbert college was the best time of my life and Chris is a big part of those memories. Chris You will be missed, and you will always be in my heart. You still owe me 30$ from when I beat you in the sub eating contest...
July 21, 2011
Bruce and Jan, I can't imagine experiencing the death of my child, and I am so sorry to read about your loss. My heart goes out to you both. Becky Mitchell, Akron OH
Danielle West
July 21, 2011
I have known Chris for years, but I only really got to know him recently. He always made me smile and I'm thankful for the memories I have of him. He was an amazing man and will be greatly missed.
Chris Scheible
July 21, 2011
Dear Bruce and Jan,
I was so very sad to hear about Chris and I want to tell you that my prayers and thoughts are with you.
God Bless,
Chris Scheible
@ the Diamond
Michelle Messner
July 21, 2011
Thoughts and prayers to Chris's family and friends in this difficult time. My husband and I have known Chris for about eight years, he was a great friend with a smile that could light up an entire room. He will forever be in our hearts.
July 21, 2011
My condolences go out to the Caudill family. I went to Hilbert with Chris & will always remember his great smile, kind heart & fun times we had! You will be missed! Michele(Clarke)Gray
July 21, 2011
I can still see his smile from the last time I saw him such a good heart .. We send our love from the Schindler family to your family Alvin & Betty
Brandi & Michael Randall
July 21, 2011
The memories that we have will live on forever....that is the only thing that will get us through this loss. Chris will be greatly missed and the hole left in our hearts will never be filled.
Lauren Wooley
July 21, 2011
I hadnt known Chris long but I was amazed at what a sweet-hearted and considerate man he was. I wish that I had known him better but thankful I had the pleasure of knowing him at all. There are no words to ease the pain of your loss, except to say we are all the better for knowing such a bright and loving soul.
Jeanine Garry (Basile)
July 21, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with all of the family
Roberta DeBarr
July 21, 2011
Janet~ I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I am sure he was as loving, caring and passionate as you are and very blessed to have you as a mother. You and your family will continue to be in my prayers. Lovingly, Roberta DeBarr
Jeanine Ballentine
July 21, 2011
My deepest sympathies go out to Bruce, Jan, and Brian at this difficult time.
Michael Penley
July 20, 2011
I am sorry for your loss. I never had the pleasure of meeting him, but I know he will be missed.
MaryBeth (Masturzo) Baron
July 20, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Caudill family and all who knew Chris. He was truly one of kind and I feel blessed to have called him my friend!
Samantha Jones
July 20, 2011
To Bruce ~
So very sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences to you and your family in your time of grief.
Julie Sutek (Kish)
July 20, 2011
I can only say how sad. I took a picture of chris at the pool last week after chris and my 8yr old daughter had a pushing match in the pool. He is a wonderful man and great to everyone he called friend. We will miss him dearly along with all the jokes and teasing. My girls call him buddy and we are all just devastated.
Tina Livigni
July 20, 2011
I am still with out words... I am just so greatful for the wonderful memories I have of Chris. My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to his family
Tina Livigni
July 20, 2011
Bruce, Jan and B, There is nothing I can do to change your overwhelming loss. I don't want to be trite and say I know how you feel, because truly I don't.just let me say we will help to carry your pain to the same extent your family has shared its love with me over the years.
With Love and Sincerity, Keith
Hirohisa Yamada
July 20, 2011
Deepest sympathy to the Caudil family. When I came to US from Japan first time. I had no friend, could not speak English, but Chris was very nice to me, made me positive impact. -----Chris, you talked to me many thinngs and took me many places. Thank you. I am deeply greatful t you.
Chris Damick
July 20, 2011
Chris was liked by everyone he came in contact with. I have so many great memories of the time we spent together in buffalo. Every single one makes me smile and most make me laugh out loud... My deepest sympathy's go out to the Caudill family. Chris you will be missed but not forgotten.
Debbie Shanklin
July 20, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. I cannot imagine the pain you are feeling with chris sudden passing. I met chris through mike ulle, we laughed til our faces hurt every time we were with chris. May GOD be with you.
Bo Jones
July 20, 2011
The ORIGINAL "KING" from St. V/St Mary's! Glad to have had the pleasure of calling you my friend. RIP! Hilbert 1991!
Victor & Cheryl Petrovic
July 20, 2011
To Bruce & his family,
Vic & I send sincere condolences on the loss of your son, Christopher. May you feel God's warm & loving arms wrapped around you at this difficult time in your journey. You're all in our prayers.
July 20, 2011
sorry for your loss
Beth Enright Nelson
July 20, 2011
To the Caudill family:
I have very fond memories of Chris through grade school and high school. My thoughts & prayers are with you.
May God be with you all.
P J Rogers
July 20, 2011
Dear Janet, I just heard of your loss from Fran. I hardly know what to say it is so overwhelming. As soon as I saw Chris's beautiful eyes I started to cry.It touched me deeply and I didn't know him. He must have been such a joy to you and will always be a joy to you. Love and my deepest sympathy to you all. PJ Rogers.
Cheryl & Steve Turner
July 20, 2011
To the Caudill Family,
I am so sorry for your loss...My families prayers are with you at this time...Chris was going out with my daughter last year and she came back from Florida and they got to see each other again for a short time...Chris was my buddy...loved talking to him...His smile was priceless to...R.I.P my little buddy...Steve & Cheryl Turner
Gene and Mary Kallmeyer
July 20, 2011
To the Caudill Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Chris was the nicest guy one could ever meet. He made you feel as if you had known him forever, even if you had just met him. May his memories help you get through this. Heaven is a better place now.
Brad & Mary Lyell
July 20, 2011
Chris was such a great guy and a good friend! Like others have said, he always knew what to say or do to pick you up when you were down! He will be missed terribly! I'm not sure who will harrass me during football season this year!?! Our deepest sympathy and condolences to the Caudill family. He will truly be missed by all!!
Cheryl/ Skip Rueschman
July 20, 2011
To Janet and Bruce and family,
It is not correct to have a loss of a child. My heart and prayers are for your family. May God hold you in the palm of His hand at this time of great sorrow. Sincerely sadden by this loss in your family.
Bonnie Housley
July 20, 2011
To all of Chris' family and friends, he will be greatly missed. Just in every small way he made everyone feel important and special. A loss for so many.
Bonnie Housley
Clarence / Gayle Brown
July 20, 2011
Bruce and family we are sorry for your loss may God Bless and keep you strong at this time memories are always pleasent and they bring joy from the past .
Jim Gwaltney
July 20, 2011
My prayers are with you and your family.
Laura Balinski
July 20, 2011
Now Chris walks with God, watching over us until we see him again. We will miss him until that day.
Ed Monter
July 20, 2011
Deeply sorry for your loss. Have great pleasure of knowing Chris and Brian.
Andy McKinnon
July 20, 2011
Bruce and Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathies in the loss of your beloved son. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lynda & Dean Leonakis
July 20, 2011
Derest Janet, Bruce and Family: May wonderful memories of your beloved son, Christopher, sustain you all during this time of incredible sorrow. Please know we will keep you all close in thought and prayer.
July 20, 2011
To Janet and Bruce,
We send our deepest sympathy on the loss of Chris.
Sincerely,
The Enright Famiy
Michelle Patonai Parsons
July 20, 2011
Chris, Im lost for words. Im am so happy we kept in touch through the yrs. Working with you at WestSide Linc/Merc was so much fun and will never forget you making me smile when i was having a bad day. I cant believe we met 13 yrs ago. I will miss your laugh and smile but will never forget you.
Love, Michelle
Tina Collins & Bob Teodosio
July 20, 2011
Bruce, Jan and Brian,
We are so incredibly sorry for your loss. Chris was such a genuinely nice person, so kind to everyone. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family, our deepest heartfelt sympathy
Tom and Kristina Baldridge
July 20, 2011
My husband and I had the great pleasure of knowing Chris. He was the most caring and kind hearted person and could always make us laugh. We will never forget the great memories we have shared with him over the past six years. Our hearts go out to his family and friends. May he shine down upon us always.
Richard Marquardt
July 20, 2011
Bruce,Janet,Brian and family,Please accept our sincere condolences in the loss of your son and brother Chris. Love and prayers Rich and Kathy
July 20, 2011
Bruce- what a loving tribute to your son, my thoughts are with you- and Jan-my heart goes out to you and Brian at this time....One of my fondest memories is that Chris was one of the children that Uncle Carl loved to tease way back when......
with sympathy and love
Dana Pulk Dickinson
July 20, 2011
Dear Janet, Bruce, Brian, Lisa, and Family, we send our deepest regrets. Chris always had a ready smile and a great personality. I will miss our Wednesday's at Chelsea's and sharing the evening with Chris. We are very sad and so sorry for your loss. Claudia, Ron, Cathalynn, and Michael
July 20, 2011
I didn't know Chris much more than 6 months and in that short time he became my friend. He was a great guy and a caring person, the world needs more people like him. He will be sadly missed. My deepest sympathy to your family. Bob Campati
Brian Danahy
July 20, 2011
My heart and sorrows go out to everyone who new and loved Chris. Chris made a positive impact to everyone he met. He is loved by so may people; during Chris’s time in Buffalo there are so may great stories and memories that will live in all our hearts forever!!! God Bless you Chris….. You will always be “The Man”
Paul Pollock
July 20, 2011
Chris was a wonderful guy. My memories go back to playing little league baseball together when we were kids. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Caudill family.
Terri Mason
July 19, 2011
I will never forget that smile and the way you loved life. We sure had alot of fun with you and Bubba.
I hope you smile down on us often and know how much you are loved.
Till we meet again.
love and light, Terri
July 19, 2011
It was a great pleasure to know Chris! He will be missed by many, many people. Our thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of the Caudill's!
Mike Abbott & Sara Pownell
Whitey
July 19, 2011
Chris was a great friend and coworker that will definitely be missed by many
Jeremy Noto
July 19, 2011
Deepest sympathy to the Caudill family. Chris was my friend and roommate at Hilbert College. He was a great guy who wouldnt think twice about helping somebody out. He will be missed.......
Jayme Pizzi
July 19, 2011
To the Caudill family, I had the pleasure of knowing Chris for over 8 yrs. He was the highlight of coming to chealsea's... He will truely be missed... Our thoughts and Prayers go to your family and friends. I will always remember his smiling face and the words he spoke... He always knew what to say to cheer you up if you were having a bad day. He also made you laugh when you were crying. He will never be forgotten...
robert dutch
July 19, 2011
My heartfelt condolences to the Caudill family and friends. May God comfort you at this time w/ loving memories.
Tony Davis
July 19, 2011
Chris was one of the nicest guys you'd ever meet.. And he always treated everyone as a friend... He will surely be missed...
Paul Alekna family Grace Lutheran Basketball
July 19, 2011
Our sympathy is with you at your time of loss...God bless Chris...
Jenna Bellomo
July 19, 2011
I will miss seeing your face while im working :( you were a great person that I enjoyed talking to. Prayers are with all family and friends. On behalf of myself and Ripper Owens Taphouse, rest in peace, Chris.
July 19, 2011
Our deepest sympathy, love and prayers to your family,
Cynthia Kennard and family
Kelly Bowen
July 19, 2011
Todd "Pitt" Pittman
July 19, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Caudill family and friends. Chris was a great guy and I was truly blessed for having him cross my path on and off the field as a friend. He will truly be missed.
The Buffalo Connection - 11 yrs later
joe keane
July 19, 2011
joe keane
July 19, 2011
JUDY MARKULIS
July 19, 2011
DEAR JAN AND BRUCE I WAS SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. KNOW THAT YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS THINKING OF YOU
The Buffalo Connection
joe keane
July 19, 2011
July 19, 2011
Chris~ You will truely be missed but will never be forgotten. ~ Nick, Haley, and The Basement Staff.
Alex Bevere
July 19, 2011
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Caudill family during this hard time. Chris was an awesome person to know. I had the honor of knowing him through softball, volleyball and Chelsea's. He always lit up the room when he was around and put a smile on your face no matter what. The Chelsea's family and I are going to miss him very much. He will be forever in our hearts and prayers. We miss you Chris.
July 19, 2011
Dear Jan and Bruce,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know we care about you and send our love.
Take good care of each other.
Frank and Connie
heather yoder
July 19, 2011
so very sad my deepest sympathys to all that knew him and are hurting although i didnt know him myself
Vivian Stebleton
July 19, 2011
Bruce,Jan,& Brian My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love Vivian
Kelly Holland Rafford
July 19, 2011
To the Caudill Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Chris' death. I will never forget how he drove me to and from school every day. We had a lot of laughs. I am praying for you as you go through this difficult time.
Michele&Todd Edsall
July 19, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers go to the Caudill family. Chris was a great guy and wonderful friend! Me & Todd will greatly miss him. It's saddened our hearts to know we will no longer get to see the that wonderful guy who was always there to make you smile! We love you and will never forget you Chris, you will forever be in our hearts and memories.
Love Todd & Michele Edsall
Melissa Henterly
July 19, 2011
My deepest sympathies go to the Caudills. Chris was much too young and he will be greatly missed by so many.
XOXO
Melissa
Kelly Ruhlin
July 19, 2011
We ALL have great memories of Chris. What a sweetie! It was always a nice treat to run into him! He will be remembered & missed by so many...
Christine Milmine
July 19, 2011
I am so sorry to hear about Chris. He was such a nice, kind hearted person with a contagious smile. My thoughts are with loved ones during this difficult time.
July 19, 2011
As Chris's aunt I am still in shock--I meant to say Chris--not Brian---I am sick at heart for the loss my brother and sister-in-law are going through. Reading through the other memories people shared of him brings back what I remember most--that beautiful smiling little boy I remember--he obviously was a good friend to all--Love Ya little nephew Chris--Aunt Kathy
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