Chris Fendrich, 48, of Seattle died June 18, 2018, after being hit by a car while out for a run on Bainbridge Island, WA. He died tragically doing one of the many things he loved in life. All who knew Chris will feel the loss of his sweet and gentle nature, bright spirit, dry sense of humor, keen intelligence, and his indomitable persistence in believing in the best of all. He met his partner in life, Barbara Mack, 13 years ago at the University of Washington, where they both worked. They found happiness and joy in the life they built together.
Chris was born on November 11, 1969, and he lived in Tallahassee, Florida, moving to Olympia as a teenager to finish at Timberline High School in 1987. He graduated from the University of Washington with a B.S. in math, and he went on to earn a teaching certificate from Central Washington University. He served in the Peace Corps in Kenya. Returning to the University of Washington to work in the Economics Department, he became a Fiscal Specialist.
Chris loved his dear Barbara, his family and friends, running (2013 Boston Marathon in 2:39:32), cycling (once solo from WA to WY), home repair (especially wiring and woodwork), reading, and all forms of food. He fought for social justice and marched to support women and health care rights. Chris planned his aquarium with his usual deep research and measured choices, creating a tranquil aquatic world--all the fish had names.
He is survived by his loving partner Barbara, his parents Jim Fendrich and Mary Bryant, Judy and Mark Ausman, Jim and Jeanette Falcon, his siblings Matt (Corinne) Fendrich, Kerrie Fendrich, Alise (Stacey) McClain, Diana (Derek) Schuetz, Jon (Candse) Ausman, Jennie Falcon (Wyatt) Tillotson, Kate (Jerry Gamiao) Falcon, and James (Shannon) Falcon; Chris was a fun-loving uncle to his many nieces and nephews. He ran toward truth and love all his life, and his persistence paid off in joy for all who knew him. He will be missed!
A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, August 18, 2018, from 2-4 PM at the University of Washington's Seattle campus in Kane Hall, room 225 (the Walker-Ames room). In lieu of flowers, please consider supporting Chris' favorite charities, Bloodworks Northwest, Compass House, and Smile Train.
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