Christopher Michael Williams

He leaves behind a lifetime of memories filled with love and laughter. He leaves behind his wife, Kari, and his children Christiana Beard (Ashley); Clayton and Morgan Williams (Megan); Christopher Williams II, Catera and Cassidy (April); Keith Kindrick (Kari), all of whom held a special place in his heart.

He also leaves behind his loving mother and stepfather, Pam and Eugene Brown, whom he loved and idolized, siblings Jennifer Fullick (Paul) and Lindsay Greer (Clay), and nephews Levi and Riley Greer.

He was best friend to brother-in-law David and sister-in-law Samatha Duke. Beloved Uncle C-Dog to Zoey, Addison, Rose, Stanley, and Abel and stand in play mate to Noah.

Christopher is preceded in death by his father, Ralph Williams; grandparents, Roy and Helen Williams, Omer and Marcia Gosling, and Edith “Jean” Brown; and uncle, Thomas Brown.

Christopher began his career at Ford Motor Company in May of 1999 growing into one of the best team leaders he could be. He took genuine pride in his work every single day. He loved pointing out “his” panels on the road, proudly saying, “I built that fender,” or “That’s my C-post.”

When he wasn’t working at Ford he didn’t have any time to get bored. He spent his days trying to be the best dad, stepdad, and man he could be. But more than anything he devoted his whole heart to his loving wife, Kari. She was his partner, his peace, and the center of his world. Everything he did, he did with her in mind.

But above all titles and roles, Chris’s greatest joy—and the place where his heart lived—was fatherhood.

He adored his children endlessly: putting Christiana in a playful headlock that nearly earned her a black eye; taking Clayton on adventures in the neon; sharing mischief and late-night car rides with his partner-in-crime Morgan; laughing until his stomach hurt with Christopher; and leaving a deep, unmatched imprint of love on each of their hearts.

There aren’t enough pages to cover the people whose lives he touched, but each one of them carries a piece of him forward.

Chris filled his days with small routines and big moments that meant the world to the people who shared them with him. His mornings began before the sun came up, always with his daily 4 a.m. phone calls with Frankie—a ritual the two of them never missed. Those calls were their way of checking in, cracking jokes, or just starting the day knowing the other was there.

Christopher was an avid Louisville Cardinals fan, and would go to games, anywhere and everywhere, never missing a chance to cheer them on. And he didn’t go alone—his Ford brother, Eric, was right there beside him. The two of them traveled near and far, chasing games, collecting memories, and turning every trip into an adventure. For them, no distance was ever too far, and no road too long, when it came to supporting the team they loved and spending time together.

He loved his weekend getaways with Joe, the kind that didn’t need big plans—just good company, a change of scenery, and the kind of laughter that comes from decades of friendship.

And then there were the jazz concerts and boogie restaurants with Josh where the music was loud, the food was good, and the memories were even better. Those nights were some of his favorites—full of rhythm, soul, and the freedom to just be himself.

Chris was the type of person who would help anyone who needed it, as long as it was within his power. He’d give you the shirt off his back without a second thought.

But he was also the type to stick his finger in your cupcake just to make you mad, or yell, “Put ALL of the cookies in the box!” Or he’d holler “Bikes!” at the top of his lungs for no reason other than to get everyone laughing.

These were the moments that made him unforgettable.

As we gather here today, we are reminded that grief is the price of love—and Chris loved deeply. He gave us stories to tell, laughter to remember, and a thousand small moments that now feel like treasures we hold close. Though our hearts are heavy, we take comfort in knowing that his pain is gone, his burdens lifted, and his spirit finally at peace.

We will carry him with us in every memory, every story shared, and every moment where we pause and think, “Chris would’ve loved this.” His voice, his humor, his stubbornness, and his heart will continue to echo through all of us. The love he gave doesn’t end here—it lives on in the people he raised, the family he cherished, and the friends who stood by him through every season of life.

Today, we say goodbye, but we also say thank you.

Thank you for the laughter.

Thank you for the lessons.

Thank you for the love.

And Chris—until we see you again, keep sending us your cardinals, your Polos, and those little signs that let us know you’re still close.

May you rest in peace, knowing you were deeply loved, and that your memory will never fade.

Visitation services will be held at Arch L. Heady & Son-Cralle Funeral Home & Cremation Services, located at 2428 Frankfort Ave, Louisville, KY, 40206-2522, United States. The first visitation will occur on December 6, 2025, from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm. A second visitation is scheduled for December 7, 2025, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm.

The funeral service will take place at the same venue on December 7, 2025, starting at 12:00 pm.

Burial will occur at Crown Hill Cemetery in Salem, Indiana.