Dr. Christopher P. Abrahamson

A true Christmas baby, Chris loved the holiday. He always made sure Santa brought plenty of presents and full stockings - always including an orange (real or chocolate!) and an ornament. His family always made sure to make “Dad’s cake” - layers of Nilla Wafers, sliced bananas and home-made whipped cream, left to chill overnight. And, of course, you can’t forget his grandparent’s Swedish Sausage. His children plan to continue the tradition of serving “Dad’s Cake” and Swedish Sausage at Christmas every year.

Chris loved to tell his life stories: As a child, stealing cow corn (“it was terrible!”) and apricots (“the store bought are never as good”) from the neighbor’s farm, and fleeing to California with his best friend after a particularly bad winter of Illinois snow (“it was taller than the cars!”) were some of his favorites.

Any time he told a story or a joke, Chris would burst out laughing! He loved harmless pranks, like putting a rock in a box to make your present seem heavier than it was, or wrapping your present inside a box, that’s inside a box, inside a box.

Chris loved his children deeply and never missed a sporting event or performance if he could help it. He was at his son’s every crew regatta, whether it meant being up at 6 AM to get the breakfast tent ready or driving across the state to watch him compete. He drove his daughter to all of her piano lessons, recitals and competitions and was her biggest champion. Chris built his work schedule around school pick up and drop offs and any time he wasn’t at his office was spent at home. His daughter is forever grateful to him for all of the love and support he gave her and all he sacrificed to do it.

Dr. Chris, as he was known to his patients, spent his life in service to others. Graduating with a Doctor of Chiropractic from Palmer College of Chiropractic-West in 1988, he went on to open his own clinic in Seattle, WA. There, he practiced Network Spinal Analysis and Atlas Orthogonal Chiropractic. Dr. Chris cared for his patients regardless of their ability to pay. Through his gentle, compassionate care he improved the health and lives of countless people.

In 2017, Chris was diagnosed with semantic dementia and he retired from chiropractic after 29 years. Following his diagnosis, he lived at home with his daughter. While he lost his ability to speak clearly, his love of conversation and cracking jokes never diminished. He would take hours long walks through the neighborhood and everyone he met along the way left with a smile. He loved to spend time in the garden and would stop his work to pet any dog that walked by.

In October of 2020, Chris moved to Mukilteo Memory Care. There he continued his life’s mission of helping others. Over the years, he kept a close eye on his roommates - always making sure they had what they needed. He would rush to carry boxes, hold doors, and push med carts for the staff. He loved to run errands, sneak snacks, and play with any dog or child that came through the door. Chris’ family is so grateful for all the love and care the Mukilteo Memory Care staff showed him, for putting up with his antics, and for the stories they’ve shared. We know he will live on in their hearts, as well as ours.

Chris will best be remembered for the silliness and laughter he brought to the world, his never hesitating to lend a hand, and his fantastic hugs. Chris had more adventures in his life than it is possible to fit here, or that he had time to tell.

Chris is survived by his son, Aaron (Sophia) and daughter, Hanna, of Seattle, WA; former wife and friend, Deb, of Seattle, WA; brother, Wayne (Jill), of Camarillo, CA; and nephews Jason, Jared, Ronald, Dale, and Eugene.

He is preceded in death by his son, Shintar; parents, Joyce and Eskil of Roswell, NM; brothers, Neil (Gary), of Roswell, NM and Conrad (Marjie), of Concord, CA; nephew Keith; best friend John Mack, of Peru; and his beloved granddog, Ginger.

Chris wished for his remains to be scattered in the same location as his son, Shintar. The family will be honoring him with a private ceremony.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating in his name to the Palmer College of Chiropractic’s Scholarship Fund or your local homeless shelter, food bank, or dog rescue.