Chris was an avid gardener, loved his trees and NASCAR. He was a dedicated nurse for 26 years and was known to all as the "King of BOGO."
He is survived by his beloved wife of 17 years, Gina; mother, Shirley and stepfather, Sam; loving children, Brian, Pam and Brad; sisters, Cissy and Patti and cherished grandsons, Lochlyn, Christopher and Liam.
A visitation will be held from 11 am until 1 pm on Mon. Oct. 22, 2018 at Robert Toale & Sons Funeral Home, with interment following at Palms Memorial Park, 170 Honore Ave., Sarasota, FL 34232. Immediately following services a Celebration of Chris's Life will take place at the Rodizio Grill Restaurant , 5911 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota, FL 34232 from 1 until 4 pm.
Memorial contributions may be made to TideWell Hospice, Inc.