Chris Moles
October 27, 2011 30 Comments
Chris was born July 16, 1995 in Omaha, Neb. After a long battle, he passed away October 27, 2011 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City. Chris was a lifelong resident of Drexel, Mo.
In his 16 years of life, Chris was a leader, brother, son, grandson and a very caring and giving young man. From a very early age Chris always had a passion for all sports. He was an honor student, and a member of the FFA and Honor Society.
Chris was preceded in death by his uncles Lonnie Mills and Chad Showalter; grandparents Ron Showalter and Mr. and Mrs. Taylor Mills, Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Showalter, and Mr. and Mrs. Jim Ferguson; and stepfather David Ronfeldt.
He is survived by his father Jason Showalter-Moles; sister Jordan; brother Gavin; grandparents Neal and Peggy Moles; uncle Jeff Moles; cousins Avae and Aadon, all of the home. He is also survived by his mother Michelle Studey, sister Joslyn; brothers Landon and Brenden; grandparents Jim and Becky Hathcock and Ed and Connie Sheppard; as well as numerous uncles, aunts and cousins.
Visitation will be at 1:00 PM Sunday, October 30, 2011 at the North Gymnasium in Drexel Schools. Funeral services will begin at 2:00 PM, with Rev. Mike Harenza officiating. Burial will follow in Sharon Cemetery, Drexel. In lieu of flowers contributions are suggested to a scholarship fund in memory of Chris and may be made payable to Drexel RIO. Written messages and memories may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.
Services under the direction of the Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel (816) 657-4400.
We didnt know Chris,But through all the prayers I felt like I started to. Its never good losing a love one most of all a child, I am deeply sorry for your lost, may he rest in peace.
Andy and Cindy Copeland and family
My heart goes out to the family of Chris Moles. Words are inadequate in time like these. God will hold you up until you are once again able to face everyday living. Know there are many, who may not know you personally that are keeping you in prayer. With great sympathy. Billie Bopp
We are so very sorry for your loss.
Chris and Noel Clayton
Peggy and Neal we are so sorry for your loss,our thoughts and prayers are with your famiy. Larry and Cheryl Bagby
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time; we are so sorry for you loss. May you be comforted by the presence of God in your lives.
David, Michelle and Tristian
So sorry to read about Chris’s passing,my blessing and condolences are with the family.
We are so sorry for your loss. You have been in our thoughts and prayers and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. Chris was a player our son, Bryon, enjoyed coaching and a good friend of many of my Archie students.
The Cecil Family
Mike, Laura, and Bryon
We didn’t know Chris, but we’ve been praying for him, for comfort for the family. We were so sorry to hear about Chris passing away, and will continue to pray for the family. May God be with you.
Wesley and Mona McDaniel
My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. He will always be with you, in your heart and memories. May God wrap his arms around you and give you peace.
Susie James Clearwater
Peggy and Neil, I am so very sorry for your loss, my heart goes out to you and you will be in my prayers that God will help you through the tough days ahead.
Linda Finklang Marlin
To the family of Chris, may God comfort you with his Holy Spirit at this time of trial and may the memories continue to strengthen you now and in to the future! May everyone that Chris came in contact with be a better person because of the ethics and integrity Chris showed, which in many cases were instilled in him by family and friends. Jordan remember this…….Christians Have Rejoicing In Salvation = CHRIS
God Bless!!!!!!!
Ed & Kari Larcom and kids
We are so sorry. we knew Chris as a child and a teenager. He was such a cool kid. He will be long remembered. Our hearts and prayers are with you as you struggle through this trying time.
Butler Bear Backers :
Wishing you Comfort and Peace with Hope, in this time of sorrow.
We are thinking of you.
Butler Bear Backers
I guess that Chris got his work on earth done, so God took him home. Maybe the way he lived his life, will help the teenagers that are here. As parents we need to remember that our children are really never ours, God let us raise them, and then when the time comes He calls them home.
Life will be different, but we must learn from Chris to live life to its fullest. May we be better people because we knew Da’Bull.
So Very Sorry,
Jay & Debbie Gunnels
How a 16 year old can impact the world in just a few short hours, is beyond me. In less than two weeks, he brought thousands to their knees, linked together an entire community and beyond. Please know that your Christopher has inspired us beyond measure, all for the better. God has used this young man for His glory. My sympathies for your loss and at the same time, I thank you for the special young man you raised Chris up to be. May the arms of Jesus surround you in the days ahead, bringing you the comfort needed to deal with “our” loss. RIP Christopher Moles.
Neal & Peggy, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. May the Lord be with you & your entire family through the rough days ahead. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Terry & Janice (Maloney) Winn
We are so sorry for your loss. We didn’t know Chris but we do remember seeing Chris once as a very young child while at a high school football game. We remember him “playing” football with some other boys who were running over and knocking him down. He’d get right back up again and charge at them. He did that all night and never was knocked down for long no matter how hard the other kids hit him. We remember admiring the energy and strenght he had. We pray for eternal rest in God’s arms for Chris and peace and comfort for his family.
Eric and Molly Downs and Family
We are all so sorry for your loss keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim, Lauri, Clayton and Wayne Adams
Chris was the most amazing guy in this world and the strongest as well. Chris, I’m gonna miss you so much. You changed people’s lives; not to mention the players you knocked on their toushies(: I’m so sorry this happened bro. You are going to be missed by everyone. I remember watching him play and being amazed at the kids that would try to take him down; but he never went down. I love you Chris. Rest In Peace bro.
This young man has touched so many lives in his life and his death. he will always be in our hearts and minds, we are so sorry for the family and friends loss. God bless all of you.
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Moles family on the lose of their beloved Chris. I don’t know any of you but have followed his story and I can’t say anything but how sorry I am for all of you.
So sorry to hear of your loss! He was a very impressive young man taken way too early. May God bless you all through your rough days!
Todd, Tonya (Hocker), Caleb & Cody Suschnick
Sorry for the loss your family has experience will the passing of Chris. May God grant you all, peace now and during the days ahead. Always remember the good times together. Chris left a community that will always remember him.
I am so sorry for your loss. Chris was a blessed young man and is now watching over each of you from Heaven. May God give you peace and understanding in the days to come.
Linda (Hatten) Parrott
Peggy and Neal,
We are so sorry for your loss. I have no words to express our sympathy. I do know that God, in his infinite mercy, comforts and surrounds us with His presence in times like these. I have heard such wonderful things about Chris…I wish I had gotten to know such a fine young man. God knows every tear you have shed and feels your pain. He watched his Son suffer and He understands your loss, He also desires to heal your broken hearts. Please keep trusting Him to bring peace and healing for all of your family in the days to come.
Love you, LaMalva & Don Keithly
I’m so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the days ahead. Keeping you in my thoughts & prayers.
We are so sorry for your loss. May God confront you and wrap you in his arms all the days to come.
Hi I did not know Chris at all just heard through some friends about this tragic event. I am very sorry for your family’s lose! At this time i imagine just how hard it is but you guys will overcome it and look at what a wonderful man he was becoming! Stay strong and always believe in god! Even though I did not ever know Chris i feel the sympathy and can only image what great of a person he was! God Bless Your Family!
To Chris’ Family, I was so sad to hear this news,as was out of town. I know that words can not replace this tragic void left in your lives, but know the LORD will continually embrace you. We sometimes lose sight of God when tragedy arises, but he never leaves us! May he comfort you in the days ahead.
Peggy, Neal, Jason and Jeff, I have wanted to communicate to you all how very sorry our family is for your loss. Wanted to stop and give you a hug or send a card, but were afraid we would only add to your pain. What an awesome man that baby boy grew to be. Our prayer and hope is for your family draw strength from one another to remain strong as a family. Our hearts truely break for you and yours…