Tuesday, January 9, 2024
I do not need to tell you who Chris Brodbeck was. Because it would be impossible to have met him, even for a moment and not come away with a full positive experience. He was a great man, and all who had the privilege to meet him, knew it. To know Chris was to love him. His love for his wife, sons, step daughters, grandchildren, family and friends, he did not hide, but showed with pride. When he spoke of his sons, it was always with a huge smile and often a shake of his head and laugh as laugh he told of their antics.
Even with his towering stature, it was his warm and friendly demeanour that everyone saw and was drawn to. Right away, he had a way to make others comfortable, and accepted. What you saw was what you got, and in today’s world, that is more rare than ever.
Each and every memory we have of Chris is a treasure, a treasure each of us will cherish. He truly enjoyed life, and honestly loved his family and his friends.
I know how much family and friends meant to Chris by how he enjoyed his time with all. I also know how much Chris meant to so many, by the heartbreak we each had when we got that final call.
Again, anyone that knew Chris, knows all of this. He told each of us, in how he lived his life. He told us in his own special unique way, in the connections he made with each and every one of us.
This is the man I will remember and cherish today and always; a great husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Chris you were older than me, a lot older lol but your friendship I cherished, and my life is better because I was blessed to have a friend like you.
Thanks for the memories, the care and love. Till we meet again
