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Christian Leferink Obituary

Christian (Chris) Leferink, a longtime resident of Las Vegas, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, June 4, 2013. He was born in Colorado Springs, CO May 10, 1953. Chris was a Supervisory Transportation Security Inspector with TSA for Compliance in Las Vegas. He was hired as an Aviation Security Inspector for the FAA November 18, 2001, following the events of 9/11. He became an FAA Special Agent in 2002, and was transferred to the TSA as a Transportation Security Inspector in 2003. Chris came to FAA/TSA from industry, where he started with Braniff International Airlines from 1987 to 2000. In his 11 and 1/2 years with FAA/TSA, Chris exemplified hard work, dedication, and accomplishment. He was a patriot who believed in the TSA mission and strove every day to achieve excellence. Chris had many interests, camping, fishing, hunting and all sports, especially golf. He was really passionate about planes and racing cars. Chris learned to fly airplanes at age 14, before he learned to drive. In his younger days, Chris raced in the "Pikes Peak Auto Hill Climb" in Colorado Springs and won several trophies. He was a great lover of animals. He will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him. Chris was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Ann Marie; three sister-in-laws, their husbands; nieces; nephews; great-nieces and nephews. Funeral Mass will be held 11am Wednesday, June 19, 2013 at St Thomas More Catholic Community Church located 130 N Pecos Rd, Henderson, NV. Burial will be in Colorado. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Chris' name to the American Cancer Society, 6165 S Rainbow Blvd, LV, NV 89118 or Nevada SPCA, 4800 W Dewey Dr, LV, NV 89118.

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Published by The Gazette on Jun. 23, 2013.

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Scott Paulsen

June 9, 2022

Coincidental this popped up on my screen today. Just leaving tomorrow to go spend some quality time with the Sheahan family at Pine Lake one of our favorite fishing holes. We always tell stories of Chris when we go to Pine Lake and I am sure this will be no different. I can speak for the whole crew, we wish Chris was going with us on this trip. He is missed and he is thought of often.

Scott Paulsen

June 9, 2021

It is fishing season, and we always remember and miss you during these times. Joe and I were just talking the other day about him and how much we miss him. He will always be remembered and always in our hearts.

Terry WRIGHT

April 24, 2014

Not sure... is this the AKK Chris that I know. Sorry this is out of the blue...

Chuck Borden

June 30, 2013

Just heard. Thoughts and prayers. I think he would have enjoyed the Pikes Peak Hill Climb today.

Dorothy Noxon

June 25, 2013

Ann, I was so very sorry to hear that Chris had passed away. I met Chris through my deceased husband, Ron Noxon. I was entertained by their racing stories. Ron worked for Chris' Dad at the airport, when Chris was just a young boy. May God bless and help you get through this most difficult time. My heart goes out to you. He will be missed. Ron and Chris will be together.

Diana Hulseberg

June 23, 2013

Ann Marie, I'm sorry for your loss. I remember Chris from when I was a little girl. He lived down the street from us and he had a car I loved, a bright yellow Stingray Corvette. He was friends with my dad, Keith Roberts. Chris would come over and they would hang out in the man cave (the garage). My dad passed away a few years ago. It is cool to think that they are hanging out together again in Heaven.

Joe & Beccy Barker

June 18, 2013

We are so very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you. Chris was a wonderful man and we were blessed to have known him.

Joe & Beccy Barker

June 18, 2013

Ann, Beccy and I extend our most heartfelt sympathy on the loss of Chris. He was such a good man and we will miss him as a friend. May God Bless you and hold you in your time of grief.

Kenny Carluto

June 18, 2013

Thinking of you in your time of loss, Ann. Know that you are in my heart and prayers...try to take solace knowing Chris is in heaven.

Scott & Michele Paulsen

June 18, 2013

Ann Marie, our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Chris will be missed by everyone he touched. He is and always will be a great man that brought allot of joy to the people he interacted with.

Bobby and Mary Jo Otey

June 17, 2013

Ann Marie, we are praying with you during this time of temporary separation from Chris. He is alive now more than ever in The Lord's house awaiting the resurrection and gathering when we are to be reunited when Jesus opens wide the gates of Heaven. Your hearts are still knit together. We have no idea of the magnitude of your pain, Ann Marie. Too few love and are loved like you and Chris. We love you very
much. Look forward to the resurrection so you and Chris can continue your time together...Forever

KathyLee Smith

June 17, 2013

Ann Marie I'm terribly sorry for the untimely and unexpected loss of Chris. My prayers go out to you and the family.
Love & hugs, Kathy

KathyLee Smith

June 17, 2013

Ann Marie my heart breaks for you and the sudden, unexpected loss of your dear husband. You are in my prayers. Love, Kathy

Carol Black

June 16, 2013

Ann Marie,
Sending prayers and love.
Rest in Peace

June 16, 2013

Chris, we are going to miss you so much. Do you hear me when I talk to you? Your job on earth was completed and God took you, because He wanted the best in heaven with him. We were so lucky to have you as part of our family, a brother, not a brother in law. Did God know how many sad people you would leave behind? The thought of not seeing your face and hearing your laugh, is almost too much to bear. You will be so missed.

Love You, Dolores & Mike

Rhonda Bilyeu

June 16, 2013

Our loving thoughts of comfort and support are on their way to you right now to hold up your heart and your spirits in your time of great sorrow.

Judy Bilyeu

June 16, 2013

Was so sorry to hear about Chris. Craig and I just wanted to let you know you are in our thoughts.

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