Chris was born to Rhonda and Phil Schmidt in Moses Lake, Wash., and spent his early years on the bow of his dad's fishing boat on Moses Lake, O'Sullivan and Potholes reservoirs. This was probably where Chris' love for the outdoors began.
In April 1998, the family moved to Greencreek, to his great-grandfather's homestead, where four generations of Schmidts have been raised.
Chris attended school in Cottonwood, where he participated in 4-H, first showing sheep and later a steer, and played football. During his junior year, the family played host to German exchange student Phillip Smakman. Chris and Phillip became fast friends and enjoyed their time together. Chris graduated from Prairie High School in 2010 and went on to get his associate degree in auto mechanics from Lewis-Clark State College in 2012. Chris' love of mechanics and driving a truck led him to leave his indoor job at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories Inc. and go to work logging for KCA LLC. Owners Kelly and Carrie Scott loved Chris like their own son, and Chris was able to work beside one of his best friends, Karl Scott. Chris enjoyed every minute of the time he spent logging and with his second family, the Scotts.
Chris gave his heart to Charlene Hunter and proposed to her in March of this year. Chris and Charlene planned to be married next year.
A big brother to Keely and Carson, Chris cherished his relationships with his younger siblings and took his responsibility as big brother seriously. Making and maintaining friendships came easily for Chris. He had so many close friends who knew if they ever needed anything, Chris would drop whatever he was doing to be there for them.
Snowmobiling, four-wheeling, camping, shooting guns, video games, fishing, going to the beach and spending time with family and friends were some of Chris' favorite things. Chris was easy to love and had a heart of gold. He was fun-loving and had many friends who were very dear to him. Chris had a contagious (and sometimes mischievous) smile and sparkling golden eyes. He will always be remembered for his awesome hugs and gentle soul.
Survivors names omitted per findagrave policy.
Chris was preceded in death by paternal grandparents Harry and Clarice Schmidt; his aunt, Beth; and uncle Hank.
Any donations can be made in Chris' name to either Boy Scout Troop 638 or to Prairie High School's Track and Field Renovation Fund.
Those were the day's hard work forever pays now I see you in a better place
How could we not talk about family when family's all that we got?
Everything I went through you were standing there by my side
And now you gonna be with me for the last ride
It's been a long day without you my friend
And I'll tell you all about it when I see you again
We've come a long way from where we began
Oh I'll tell you all about it when I see you again
When I see you again
Chris died with his boots on, doing what he loved.
Lewiston Tribune June 13, 2015
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In April 1998, the family moved to Greencreek, to his great-grandfather's homestead, where four generations of Schmidts have been raised.
Chris attended school in Cottonwood, where he participated in 4-H, first showing sheep and later a steer, and played football. During his junior year, the family played host to German exchange student Phillip Smakman. Chris and Phillip became fast friends and enjoyed their time together. Chris graduated from Prairie High School in 2010 and went on to get his associate degree in auto mechanics from Lewis-Clark State College in 2012. Chris' love of mechanics and driving a truck led him to leave his indoor job at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories Inc. and go to work logging for KCA LLC. Owners Kelly and Carrie Scott loved Chris like their own son, and Chris was able to work beside one of his best friends, Karl Scott. Chris enjoyed every minute of the time he spent logging and with his second family, the Scotts.
Chris gave his heart to Charlene Hunter and proposed to her in March of this year. Chris and Charlene planned to be married next year.
A big brother to Keely and Carson, Chris cherished his relationships with his younger siblings and took his responsibility as big brother seriously. Making and maintaining friendships came easily for Chris. He had so many close friends who knew if they ever needed anything, Chris would drop whatever he was doing to be there for them.
Snowmobiling, four-wheeling, camping, shooting guns, video games, fishing, going to the beach and spending time with family and friends were some of Chris' favorite things. Chris was easy to love and had a heart of gold. He was fun-loving and had many friends who were very dear to him. Chris had a contagious (and sometimes mischievous) smile and sparkling golden eyes. He will always be remembered for his awesome hugs and gentle soul.
Survivors names omitted per findagrave policy.
Chris was preceded in death by paternal grandparents Harry and Clarice Schmidt; his aunt, Beth; and uncle Hank.
Any donations can be made in Chris' name to either Boy Scout Troop 638 or to Prairie High School's Track and Field Renovation Fund.
Those were the day's hard work forever pays now I see you in a better place
How could we not talk about family when family's all that we got?
Everything I went through you were standing there by my side
And now you gonna be with me for the last ride
It's been a long day without you my friend
And I'll tell you all about it when I see you again
We've come a long way from where we began
Oh I'll tell you all about it when I see you again
When I see you again
Chris died with his boots on, doing what he loved.
Lewiston Tribune June 13, 2015
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Chris was born to Rhonda and Phil Schmidt in Moses Lake, Wash., and spent his early years on the bow of his dad's fishing boat on Moses Lake, O'Sullivan and Potholes reservoirs. This was probably where Chris' love for the outdoors began.
In April 1998, the family moved to Greencreek, to his great-grandfather's homestead, where four generations of Schmidts have been raised.
Chris attended school in Cottonwood, where he participated in 4-H, first showing sheep and later a steer, and played football. During his junior year, the family played host to German exchange student Phillip Smakman. Chris and Phillip became fast friends and enjoyed their time together. Chris graduated from Prairie High School in 2010 and went on to get his associate degree in auto mechanics from Lewis-Clark State College in 2012. Chris' love of mechanics and driving a truck led him to leave his indoor job at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories Inc. and go to work logging for KCA LLC. Owners Kelly and Carrie Scott loved Chris like their own son, and Chris was able to work beside one of his best friends, Karl Scott. Chris enjoyed every minute of the time he spent logging and with his second family, the Scotts.
Chris gave his heart to Charlene Hunter and proposed to her in March of this year. Chris and Charlene planned to be married next year.
A big brother to Keely and Carson, Chris cherished his relationships with his younger siblings and took his responsibility as big brother seriously. Making and maintaining friendships came easily for Chris. He had so many close friends who knew if they ever needed anything, Chris would drop whatever he was doing to be there for them.
Snowmobiling, four-wheeling, camping, shooting guns, video games, fishing, going to the beach and spending time with family and friends were some of Chris' favorite things. Chris was easy to love and had a heart of gold. He was fun-loving and had many friends who were very dear to him. Chris had a contagious (and sometimes mischievous) smile and sparkling golden eyes. He will always be remembered for his awesome hugs and gentle soul.
Survivors names omitted per findagrave policy.
Chris was preceded in death by paternal grandparents Harry and Clarice Schmidt; his aunt, Beth; and uncle Hank.
Any donations can be made in Chris' name to either Boy Scout Troop 638 or to Prairie High School's Track and Field Renovation Fund.
Those were the day's hard work forever pays now I see you in a better place
How could we not talk about family when family's all that we got?
Everything I went through you were standing there by my side
And now you gonna be with me for the last ride
It's been a long day without you my friend
And I'll tell you all about it when I see you again
We've come a long way from where we began
Oh I'll tell you all about it when I see you again
When I see you again
Chris died with his boots on, doing what he loved.
Lewiston Tribune June 13, 2015
==============================
In April 1998, the family moved to Greencreek, to his great-grandfather's homestead, where four generations of Schmidts have been raised.
Chris attended school in Cottonwood, where he participated in 4-H, first showing sheep and later a steer, and played football. During his junior year, the family played host to German exchange student Phillip Smakman. Chris and Phillip became fast friends and enjoyed their time together. Chris graduated from Prairie High School in 2010 and went on to get his associate degree in auto mechanics from Lewis-Clark State College in 2012. Chris' love of mechanics and driving a truck led him to leave his indoor job at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories Inc. and go to work logging for KCA LLC. Owners Kelly and Carrie Scott loved Chris like their own son, and Chris was able to work beside one of his best friends, Karl Scott. Chris enjoyed every minute of the time he spent logging and with his second family, the Scotts.
Chris gave his heart to Charlene Hunter and proposed to her in March of this year. Chris and Charlene planned to be married next year.
A big brother to Keely and Carson, Chris cherished his relationships with his younger siblings and took his responsibility as big brother seriously. Making and maintaining friendships came easily for Chris. He had so many close friends who knew if they ever needed anything, Chris would drop whatever he was doing to be there for them.
Snowmobiling, four-wheeling, camping, shooting guns, video games, fishing, going to the beach and spending time with family and friends were some of Chris' favorite things. Chris was easy to love and had a heart of gold. He was fun-loving and had many friends who were very dear to him. Chris had a contagious (and sometimes mischievous) smile and sparkling golden eyes. He will always be remembered for his awesome hugs and gentle soul.
Survivors names omitted per findagrave policy.
Chris was preceded in death by paternal grandparents Harry and Clarice Schmidt; his aunt, Beth; and uncle Hank.
Any donations can be made in Chris' name to either Boy Scout Troop 638 or to Prairie High School's Track and Field Renovation Fund.
Those were the day's hard work forever pays now I see you in a better place
How could we not talk about family when family's all that we got?
Everything I went through you were standing there by my side
And now you gonna be with me for the last ride
It's been a long day without you my friend
And I'll tell you all about it when I see you again
We've come a long way from where we began
Oh I'll tell you all about it when I see you again
When I see you again
Chris died with his boots on, doing what he loved.
Lewiston Tribune June 13, 2015
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