Christopher Perret Obituary

Although it's been 13 years. I know Jeff and Geri still think of and share good memories of Chris daily.

Chris, I know your mom and dad still miss you every day.

Chris,
I know you know.
Our hearts still hurt and we will always feel the pain of missing you. 12 years now without your smile, your laugh, your hugs and your conversation. Days seems to go by so quickly for me now but we have been together in my heart each of those days. I forever miss you Tipper.

Family is good, Steven, Katie and Michael are moving forward where life takes them and Mom and I are proud of them. Wow you physically missed out on Daniel and Charleigh two great kids, but I believe you influence them from beyond because each of them hug just like you did. They both know you and can talk about you with smiles. Stories of you still entertain and warm our hearts. Steven and Katie are doing a wonderful job as parents and Michael is a fantastic "Unc".

Mom and I are really enjoying watching each of their lives unfold and play out in front of us. We catch each other silently missing you which always turns into hugs, a quiet smile and a tear in our eye. You still have friends that contact us and reminisce about your friendship and shenanigans'.

We all love you and miss you. May our Lord keep you safe in His Kingdom until we can be together again, whenever that blessed day comes.

Love you lots buddy.

Miss you so much Brodie

Chris - its amazing how life moves forward but in my mind time stands still. I remember you like it was 5 mins ago. I see you smiling, hear you laughing, feel your hugs, see your love for family and friends. Obviously much has happened. Keep watching over us from the Heavens. Pray for us as the communion of saints and we will continue to pray for all you and all the souls that have gone before us. Little Charleigh gives you noggins when we see your photos, Danny says his middle name proudly and knows it connects you to him. Steve, Katie and Michael tell great stories of you all back in the day and Mom and I love to see all of this as we move forward in life.

I love you Tipper

Dad

Dear Perret Family,

I always love when I see the email that someone has written in the guest book and to read that you´re all doing well. Brodie was a gem to have as a friend to anyone that was blessed to have him in their life.

I still find myself telling stories about him and remembering all the great laughs we had together. I knew Chis in elementary school, he was friends with my brother and I have pictures somewhere still of that day. When I find them, I would love to send them to you. You can contact me via email or find me on Facebook.

I then worked with him for many years at RR, and stayed in touch throughout the years as I had moved out of state. I remember running into him when I had come home to visit family and he was our waiter. It was such a great unexpected reunion.

May God continue to bless you all and be with you during this holiday season.

Love and miss you a a Brodie!!

Tipper its been 10 long agonizing years since you left, then sometimes it feels like yesterday I felt your hug and heard your laughter.

Thank God Almighty Mom and I have Steve, Katie and Michael with us. The Family is good. Some struggles here and there but we are good. We sometimes talk about you in a memory or guess what you might do in certain situations. Mostly we laugh at it all.

"Time heals all wounds" Well that is just simply a LIE. We only learn to live with the pain. I think we all in our own way have found that moment when we just needed to move on without you here but with you always in our hearts.

My prayers for you is the prayer I pray for the whole family... That you be granted eternal glory with the Lord.

Love you lots buddy.

Man!! I miss you I was just at Red Robin and I was telling my son about all our funny memories on our breaks by the dumpster lol and us always getting stuck dressing up as the bird.

I remember getting a random call from you years after I moved to California just cause you wanted to tell me that you love me after you were so sick in the hospital. I can still hear your voice and the meaning behind that call is still just as strong. You never know when life could end, so tell the ones you love them while you can.

I hope if anyone reads this, it inspires them to do the same.

Love you lots buddy

I miss you guy im sorry how everything went down. You was a good and funny friend. Thank you for the short but good times as my friend. May you rest in piece.

I wish could I could give your Dad a squeeze from you. Lately there's little things around me that remind me of you. Miss you dude

Hey Tipper, just because I have not written here for a while does not reflect my connection with you. I think about you daily, as I do of your siblings who are never far from my thoughts throughout the day...every day. Miss your laugh, hugs and conversation. I beg and pray each day to Almighty God the Father to grant you peace in heaven for all eternity. I Love you lots buddy.

Dad

Hello my Son. Mom, I and the family miss you as each day goes by. Thought it might get easier but it does not. Time does not heal all wounds. Steve has a son Daniel "Christopher" and he is now a year old and looks just like a Perret. Like all of our family Danny boy brings sunshine to us when he visits. Danny calls Mike Unc Unc and calls you Unc. He knows where you are, goes over and says hi to you and points to your picture with Duncan. He tries to make the "I love you" sign when he looks at your art work but hasn't figured that out just yet. Danny looks more and more like Steve and Steve says Danny looks just like you and other days like Michael and some days like me. Danny is a daredevil so I know Mike and you are throwing some influence in there from time to time. Kate is moving right along and I hope you give her a hand with the next step. Mike and Laura are headed back to the Springs, for many reasons so watch over them and throw a little luck their way from time to time. We always talk about you and can't believe its been over 5 years now. The good news is that we laugh more than cry and tell great stories about each other, friends and of course you. Some of the stories I hear make me wonder how you had so much time to do all those things. We will always miss your hugs, but I get to hear you laugh and see your smile everyday when I watch the youtube video Steve put up titled "Chris Breaks it" when you and the guys were at Northwind with the metal whip. Jebbie, Martha, Connie is fighting hard so please help them as much as you are able. Mom is outwardly better but I know she remains wounded so keep sending the coins and visiting her in her dreams. She absolutely loves those moments. Mom even tried to make me own up for the coins but you and I know its you and not me. I think Mom is convinced now as she finds them everywhere and not just at home.

Miss you - love you - will see you on that special day. I can't wait to get a hug and smile.

Chris, well its 311 day and so much has happened since we last spoke on here. Mike married his best friend and a beautiful person her name is Laura. I think you two met once before. They are in St. Louis MO and should be back to CO soon. I can't wait to give them a hug and tell Michael how proud I am of him and happy I am that he found Laura. Wish you were here to give them your hugs, but they will go on until that day comes.
Steven has a son Daniel Christopher Perret, but you knew that because the recovery birth room number was 311. I knew you would not miss that event. Mom and I held him again last night and he is beautiful. Don't worry I will get him in to Kempo soon enough but the best teacher I know is you. Wish you were here to give them your hugs, but they will go on until that day comes.
Katie has a new puppy his name is Higgins. Katie reminds me of you when it comes to training and loving a dog. Higgins and Duncan are a riot to watch when they are together. Wish you were here to give Katie and those guys your hugs, but they will go on until that day comes.
Mom and I miss you every moment of every day and wish we could hug you just once more. Wish you were here to give us your hugs, its really hard but as you know we now have a new beautiful daughter in law a beautiful new grandson and a new best friend (grand)puppy. I see how you are sharing your spirit and love in many special ways with the family and because of this we can go on until that day comes.

We all love and miss you Tipper

Love Dad

I was thinking of you today as I do everyday. I thought I heard you laughing and turned to look hoping it was you but knowing it was not. I understand you a little more today than when we last hugged. I wish we could have grown older together. I would have loved to seen your children be like you. Miss you buddy...

Dad

Chris,
I just had to swing by here and say how much I miss you and wished I had super powers to rewind time. I would hug you more and be less judgmental. In a strange but very comforting way I feel I understand you better now. This reveal I take to heart and try everyday to understand Steve, Katie, Mike and your Mom. Tipper I love you and miss you like crazy. Be peaceful and we will all be together again one day.

Love
Dad

Chris,
I can't stop thinking of you every moment of the day today. I miss you so much it still hurts your mom and I to not have you here to talk and laugh with. I know you are with the Lord and protected. Remembering you is both joyful, Missing you is the greatest pain I have ever known.

Love Dad

Bye Christ percent bye Friend

Chris,
Today more than yesterday and the day before I miss you evern more. it seems the only thing time does for me is make me miss you even more. I would give anything for one more hug, smile, laugh...May God hold you until I get a chance to be with you.

Love Dad

Chris you know how I feel about you bro. I want the world to know what a great guy you were. I want to share your spirit with everyone. I miss you Bro!!!!

Chris,
You are such a great role model. I still can't believe it's been a year. It impacted me so much to hear that you passed. I know we didn't always get to see each other but you still ment the world to me. I look at pictures of you now, you were always smiling and happy, and I feel that it has rubbed off on me. I'm a happier person than I was before and it's because of you. I can feel you watching over me everyday making sure I'm okay. I recently got my class ring and on one side it has the "I love you sign" just like what you drew. It reminds me of you every single day I wear it. I carry you in my heart and my prayers every single day. I miss you and love you so much.

Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.
Thinking of you guys often...love and prayers

miss you bro cant believe its been a year.Im sorry.

Missing you so much and thinking of you for your birthday and as Assassins Creed III came out. I bought Dan a Desmond Hoodie for Christmas and I would have loved to show it to you. Love you Chris.

Well for your 30th we had your favorite meal and cake.

Love and Miss you so much everyday but yesterday was a little harder than most. Wow do I just need one of your great hugs and to see you smile and hear that wonderful laugh.

Love you Forever!!!!

Dad

Chris, I can't stop thinking of you and how you are teaching me lessons everyday. Everyone is having a hard time accepting that you are really no longer here. Your Mom especially.

We all love and miss you so much. I miss your smile and laugh.

I love and miss you everyday.

You will be missed. I'm sorry you're gone.

HAPPY 29th BIRTHDAY CHRISTOPHER!

To all of Chris' family and friends we send our love.

Chris was an amazing person and more than I could even imagine. I have been overwhelmed by the number of people who have been touched by our son Chris and taken time our of their lives to express them to us. From his childhood friends to those who knew him as an adult with all the memories that glued this short journey of Chris' life and times together we thank you.

We have received many wishes and prayers for Chris and our family and they have comforted us in the darkest of times. Thank you.

I now want to send those wishes and prayers back to everyone. Chris was many things to many people but he was always one thing … a true spirit. If he called you family or friend you were that for life in his heart.

Words cannot begin to express how much Jeri, Steven, Katie, Michael and I are lifted by your kind thoughts and prayers. These written words and silent prayers have been inspirational to us.

Life does not have a time clock or calendar. Live it with those around you and bring others into your happiness. Chris will be missed here on earth by us all.

I believe in God our Father and I know he has taken Chris from this realm to that of Heaven because Chris earned his place with God.

I will try to earn my place and I pray you try as well...then we can all hang out with Chris once again.

I miss you my son.

Love to all.

My heart and prayers go out to the family. My the Lord bring you peace in the days to come. Chris was a great friend to my daughters and he will be greatly missed. I remember him from high school when all the kids would come to the house to hang out. He was a great person.

Jeff, Jeri, Steven, Michael and Katie,

It's Sunday afternoon, the 20th of November, 2011 and just a few hours removed from your son and brother's final procession on earth. As I reflect on the events of the past week, I have this burning compulsion to share my thoughts with you and everyone as freely as they now flow from my heart and soul.

I loved your son and brother! Not the same as you, but in a different way that is both difficult and easy to explain.

I loved him because he loved me back. I clung to him because he clung to me as well. I hugged and kissed him on the cheek because he did the same to me when he knew I was quietly crying in pain on the inside at the loss of my own son, Christopher.

I relish the memory of all the times we saw one another at the Kempo Awards Banquets. I treasure the memory of watching him motivate others to be more than they saw in themselves. I will never forget his disarming smile, the sparkle in his eyes, and the seasonal punk spikes in his hair. “Can you pop balloons with those?” I once asked him.

Not in all my life have I ever know a young man to be so giving, so caring, so thoughtful and considerate of other human beings as your son and brother. Despite his own physical pain, he would sooth my emotional pain. He was a great comforter to me.

I'm not sure how I could have handled the past seventeen years without your son and brother at my side during all those awards banquets. And now, that unconditional outpouring of healing love that slowly helped heal a big hole in my heart is gone. The hole is, once again, open and I am at a loss as to who will ever take his place to help fill the void.

I hope and pray that Christopher will be as much a comforter to your mourning spirits as he was to my grieving heart over all these years.

God Bless you each and all!

Love you buddy

love and miss you cousin

Jeri
I just found out...My prayers are with you and your family. With Love
Valerie and Terry Draper

May the God of comfort, comfort you during this time, and His divine Peace be with you always.

We'll miss you, Instructor Chris, our hearts go out to your family and loved ones. We only knew you a few short years at the Briargate Branch, but you had so much to teach and were great with all of the students, young and old. Know your teachings will forever live on.

Sincerly,

Suzanne & Leilani

May the God of all comfort give you peace and strengthen you.

Altho I didn't have the honor of knowing Chris personally, I feel I knew him as he was so important to my family (Hortons)I am praying that you will feel Gods loving arms around you and HIS peace during this difficult time. Chris was a very special young man who touched many lives. God bless each of you. Barb Fischer ( Pams mom and Josh and Becka's Grandma(

You were such a ray of sunshine! You had such a great attitude and an awesome sense of humor. Mr. & Mrs. Perret, you're in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you for sharing your son with the world.

-CC

Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel. So instead, like a bird singing in the rain, let grateful memories survive during this time of sorrow. Chris was a bright light that will forever be missed.

Sincerely,
The Landers Family

You once were my best friend. You had so many talents, and you will be deeply missed. Love you dude! We will meet again one day

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Perret family. Chris was an inspirational martial artist, and I'm glad I had the chance to know him. We'll miss you, Chris!

Jeff and Jeri, Mike, Steven, and Kati

We are so saddened by the passing of Chris and the anguish you all are feeling. Although the times are hard, its amazing to read of the positive influence Chris had on so many people, and to learn what an honorable man and good friend Chris had become. Truly a testament to a life spent with his loving and supportive family.

Thank You Chris! You were one of my greatest teachers! Love You Man!
John P. Roberts

Our deepest heartfelt sympathies to the Perret family on the loss of your child. You know we'll be there for you.
Chris was one of a kind, a great kid, friend and martial artist and will be sorely missed.

Dear Jeff, Jeri, and Family,
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time. Our hearts are heavy with the loss of your son, Chris, and what you must be going through. Your Fire Dept Family is here for you!
Love, Carolyn Frick and Family

Chris was such an inspiration to both Dan and Matt growing up. He was a very skilled martial artist and a caring instructor. He could light up a room just by walking into it. You have touched our lives...and will never be forgotten. Prayers for the Perret family, from Michelle, David and Sarah Barnett and Dan and Matt Morrison.

Dear Perrett's,

We were so saddened yo hear of Chris' death. I can not imagine what you must be going through. We remember Chris as a spunky mischievious boy. Our kids have many memories of time with your family. We are praying for you at this difficult time. God grant you peace. The Cimino family

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.
From Kelly, Chris, and Jesse

Perret Family:
You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this time. Words cannot express how sorry we are to hear about your loss. Chris was always such a happy, upbeat and outgoing young man! He will truly be missed among the many people who's lives he touched.

My memory of Chris was when he and our daughter Tara went to homecoming together. We laughed because we knew if a Perret and Soppe ever got together it would be big trouble! How young they were. So full of life! There are no words to convey our sorrow for Chris's passing. May you feel Gods arms around you to give you peace.
Love, The Soppe Family

We remember Chris as a happy, wonderful boy. Haven't seen you in years but we were your neighbors on Meyers. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Tony, Holly, Mark and Jacqueline Grantz

Chris was a wonderful friend and second son to us. He always took care of everyone and touched so many lives. We will forever miss his wonderful laugh and smile. His family is in our prayers and thoughts. Rest easy Chris and we will all meet again someday.

Chris was an amazing man and had many talents. He is one of the best friends I've ever had and I know a lot of people would agree. Chris was more than a friend, to most of us he was family. Chris will never be forgotten and I will live in our fondess memories. Rest in peace my dear friend.

chris god bless you for all you have done and may you rest in peace, always remeber you are very loved and it is us down here that is sad love ilene david (boo) and lisa curney

Chris, no one can top the times spent at the Northwind house brotha! I have been there for all kinds of times with you, Steve, Mike, Jon, Kyle, Bryan, and everyone else that has shared these times with you. Youve lifted my spirits, kicked my butt when i got outta hand, and honestly, even though I didnt get a chance to chill too much in the recent months with you (besides a few times at the Cooper House), you were like a big bro to me and the rest of the fabridite dudes. Cheers to the memories I will always keep of you brother. and everyone that knew you well will agree. BLAST SOME 311! See you when I see you Chris, it was a blast!

My heart is braking for all the family and friends who were touched by your amazing smile and great personality! I will never forget all the wonderful memories and great times we had!! You are truly missed! My thoughts and prayers go out to the family during this difficult time! RIP You will never be forgotten!
With Love <3 Amber Moreland

My heart is breaking for all the family and friends who were touched by your wonderful smile and amazing personality!! I will never forget all the memories and good times we had!! You are going to be truly missed! My prayers and thoughts go out the family!! RIP You will never be forgotten!!
Amber Moreland

Chris had the greatest smile, the funniest little laugh and gave the best hugs. He was an honorary big brother to my oldest son, an uncle to my younger kids and a friend to all. He will truly be missed by so many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We love you! Ohana ~ Ryan & Amanda Maddox and family

We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts go out to the family.

Jeri and family: my thoughts and prayers of and for you all are happening 24/7. Praying for an abundance of supernatural peace during this time. Reading this guest book, it's clear Chris was a wonderful young man that touched many lives in a meaningful way.

May god bless you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

We want to send out our heartfelt wishes to the wonderful family of Christopher..
Jeff, Maryann, Jessica and Daniel Krause

Chris, you were never heavy - you were my GRANDSON! I will miss and love you forever.
Papa

May God bless you in your time of sorrow.

Prayers of peace and comfort for Chris's family.

Chris, you have been a special part of our family since you were 6 years old. You and Jonathan had some fun, crazy times together along with Kyle. You were like a brother to Don, Kathi, Kara & Jon and like a son to me. I will never forget your smile, the twinkle in your eyes and the love in your heart. You had such a great gift of compassion for Jon when I was sick, you were physically and emotionally there for him when we had to put our dog Lady down and when you just learned about his Papa dying on Friday, just to mention a few of the many times. You were a great addition to our family. We miss, love and will remember you always. May the Lord give your family strength during this time of grief. We celebrate your life with memories and will continue to do so. We love you "Tipper"!

I just wanted to let you know that are praying for you all during this very difficult time.

you will be missed.. till we meet again.

Chris was a very special part of our family. He is "Uncle Chris" to the kids, and a brother in every sense of the word to my husband. He was a groomsman at our wedding and so much more... He is very much missed already. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family. Jon, Simone, Mireya and Koah Null

You were so fun to work with at Red Robin. You always greeted me with your great smile and a big hug even all these years later. My heart is breaking for your family and I pray they are surrounded by unbelievable love and support. Katy and Adam Cook

We were so very sad to hear about Chris passing. While I know there are not words that can begin to ease your sorrow, I hope that you will find comfort in God's embrace and the love of your wonderful family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers!

Greg and Kelli (Jones) Schneegass
Craig and McKinley

Last time we spoke you called me cause you had just gotten out of the hospital and you wanted to tell me you love me and how thankful you were for our friendship. You wanted to make sure I knew cause life can change in the blink of an eye. I've known you since elementary school, worked with you for years and will always remember the good memories we had. Rest in peace, my deepest condolences to your family and loved ones.

May God embrace his new angel with love.

May the Lord be with your family during these very sad times. God bless you Chris, you will be missed untill we meet again

Never going to forget that happy smile.

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

So sorry to hear of this loss - wishing you peace and comfort in this time - I love Chris like a little brother and will miss him so much!! He was definately a light to all who knew him! (XOXOX lil bro - RIP!!)

I will always miss you my friend may you find peace.

I will always miss you my friend may you find peace.

My heart and prayers go out to Chris' family. He was such a special "kid" as I remember him. I know he will be missed by all who loved him and I am sure that he will be watching over all of you!!!! Amber Null

We will always remember Chris' sweet smile and his genuine love for his family and friends. Our boys did a lot together with karate and the exployers and they are so saddened. You have been closer to us than some of our own families and we grieve with you. We love you all. Tom, Carrie, Tommy, Katherine, Trevor and Mollie.

I am sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.

Christopher L. Perret and Christopher J. Novich are now perpetual partners in paradise!

Dear friends, our hearts are aching for each of you. Chris and your family are such an important part of our girls wonderful childhood memories. May you be surrounded with love and comfort from all the people whose lives were touched by your sweet Chris. With love from, Gerry, Kerry, Amy and Kristin Cooper and Solana

May God grant his peace and comfort to you during this time of tremendous loss. Words cannot express our sympathies to you and your family. You are all in our prayers.

I am so sorry for your loss. My son Tim went to kindergarten with Chris and our families became friends. After we moved Chris and Tim renewed their friendship on facebook. Praying you find peace. Jack, Jackie, Tim, Matt and Kevin Cornhoff

Know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Many fun memories of Chris as our kiddos grew up together under Jeri's before and after school "daycare!"

So very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Kay Osborn and family

All of us who worked with Perr at On the Border will miss him. May God be with you during this time!

We were so sorry to hear about the passing of Chris. You have been on our minds every moment. You will continue to be in our prayers. May God comfort you at this very difficult time.

You will be missed but never forgotten! Love you lil cousin.