Chris Lewis Kimbell

Chris Lewis Kimbell died on March 2, 2010 at the age of 63 years. He was a rare man of integrity – a prince of a guy. He was a loving and amazing husband, a devoted and proud father, and an adoring grandfather. He was a man of God, a successful businessman, a wonderful teacher and role model, a loyal friend to many, and an honest and upstanding man of great character and deep faith.

He was a former United States Army paratrooper attached to the 82nd Airborne Division and was an accomplished private pilot. He was a participating member and lead officer of numerous professional organizations, both locally and nationally. He possessed a generous and giving heart and spirit, and was involved with charities, hospitals (especially those where children benefit), churches and many individuals.

Chris is survived by his wife, Diane, his sons, Eric and Alex, and his special grandsons, Jacob and Jackson. He is also survived by his parents, a brother, two sisters-in-law, a brother-in-law, nieces, nephews and extended family members and friends. Many will miss his presence on this earth.

He had a supportive church family, esteemed business associates and many close friends and neighbors. He was proud of his long-term association with the Masonic Brotherhood, and had previously achieved the distinction of becoming the youngest Master of the oldest lodge in Texas.

Chris Kimbell was an extraordinary man and he touched and made a positive impact on many lives. He will be missed and mourned, but never forgotten.

Prayer:

Lord, help us to look to you and not to this world so that we do not fear death, but trust in the work Jesus has completed on the cross. Help us to look to the open tomb and his resurrection, knowing that because Jesus defeated the grave, we are safely in your care. Thank you, Lord, for taking away our fear and giving us peace. Amen.