Born on March 31, 1979 in Fort Wayne, Christian lived a life marked by strength, determination and humility. A proud and devoted Marine, Christian served his country with honor and retired from the Corps after years of dedicated service. His time in the military helped shape the steadfast, principled man his loved ones knew and admired.
Christian is survived by his loving wife, Jessica, and his three cherished children: Addison, James and Maxam.
To his family, he was a steady presence - a source of strength, quiet, wisdom and deep love.
Those who knew Christian will remember him as a humble and grounded man, who led by example even in the face of life's challenges whether in uniform or at home, he lived with integrity and purpose.
He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.