Christopher Michael Spicher

Christopher Michael Spicher, 41, of Snohomish, WA, passed away on December 5, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born on August 18, 1984, in Oceanside, CA, Chris was the son of Scott and Nancy Spicher of Vancouver, WA. From an early age Chris showed the love of family, quiet strength, and tenacity that would define his life.

Chris was always a fearsome debater who rarely changed his opinion on a subject despite the efforts of others to knock down that brick wall.

Chris grew up in Oceanside, CA and Vancouver, WA, where he developed lifelong loves of car racing, football, pets, and firearms, interests that friends and family will fondly associate with Chris for decades to come. After graduating from Mountain View, where he was an outstanding baseball player and quarterback of the football team, Chris attended the University of Washington, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Quantitative Science and Fisheries. Chris went on to advance into a Senior Executive position with Arch Insurance Company. Although proud of and passionate about his work and achievements, what mattered most to Chris were the relationships built along the way. Colleagues often recalled that he brought a high level of professionalism to his work and exhibited perspective on even the most difficult days.

At the University of Washington Chris met the love of his life, Whitney. Chris and Whitney were married for 12 years and have two beautiful children, Declan, 7, and Elliot, 5. Friends and family joked that Declan was Chris’ doppelganger. Comparing photos of Chris and Declan as kids they could easily be mistaken as twins! Elliot thought her dad lassoed the moon.

At age 27 Chris was diagnosed with Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma, a rare and aggressive form of cancer. Chris fought for his life throughout the last fourteen years, leaving no stone unturned in his efforts to survive and continue to provide for his family and be there for loved ones, friends, and colleagues. He participated in multiple clinical trials and underwent numerous surgeries and alternative procedures, all with Whitney at his side. Despite Chris’ unwillingness to surrender to his cancer even until his final days, it turned out to be a battle he couldn’t win.

Later in his life Chris developed a deep interest in cooking, baking, and with his persistence and belief that anything worth doing is worth doing well, he delighted family and friends with delicious feasts.

Those who knew Chris describe him as someone who led with strength, tenacity, and integrity. Chris had the ability to make people feel valued, whether by offering thoughtful advice, showing up when it mattered, or simply listening without judgment. To friends, Chris was a loyal companion, to family, a steady and loving presence. Many will remember how Chris would drive them to distraction with his doggedness yet engender great love and respect from family, friends, and coworkers.

One of Chris’ dreams was to vacation in paradise. They traveled to Moorea in French Polynesia about a month before his passing and had a magical, memorable experience that likely did more for Chris’s condition than all the doctors’ years’ of poking and prodding.

A story that captures Chris’ spirit occurred three days before his passing as he participated in an important business meeting despite his pain, breathing difficulties, and weakness. He simply refused to let down his colleagues, but more notably he was not going to forfeit his role as provider for Whitney, Declan, and Elliot.

Family meant everything to Chris. He is survived by his family Whitney, Declan, Elliot, his parents Scott and Nancy, his sister Kim, and his brother Ryan, and many extended family members and friends who loved Chris deeply.

As we mourn the loss of Chris, we also celebrate the life he lived and the love he shared. The lessons he taught us about love, recovery, resilience, persistence, and showing up for one another will remain with us always. We are grateful for the time we had and for the memories that will continue to guide and comfort us in the years to come.

Chris will be deeply missed and forever remembered.