As he grew older, his faith in God grew and he participated in many church activities and mission trips. He was accepted into West Point with the class of 2008, where he graduated 6th in his class. After college, Chris was commissioned as an infantry officer and complete Airborne School and Army Ranger School.
Chris married the love of his life, Kelsey, and they settled into life together at Fort Bragg, NC, where Chris joined Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 508th Parachute Infantry Regiment on May 18, 2009.
In September 2009, Chris deployed with his unit to Afghanistan and would lead a platoon in combat.On Tuesday, July 13, 2010, Chris was killed in action while repelling an insurgent attack on an Afghan police compound in Kandahar City. 10 years after his death, we come together to remember Chris and honor his lasting impact on our lives.
Chris, we love you and miss you. You truly were the best among us, and we carry you with us wherever we go.
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