J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Homes

Christenbury, David J.

Monday, February 19, 2007

Christenbury – “The day which we fear as our last is but the birthday of eternity.” David John Christenbury of Chester, VA, age 24, died peacefully at home after a long struggle on Monday, February 19, 2007. David John is survived by his parents, Pamela F. Christenbury of Ithaca, NY and Dave Christenbury of Chester; a sister, Brooke Jenkins and husband Ben of Ithaca, NY; two dearly loved nephews, Solomon and Calem; maternal grandparents, Roger and Charlotte Fedro of Suffolk, VA; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends; and his beloved dogs, Draco and Dakster. David loved hiking in the mountains in Ithaca and spending time with his family at Lake Gaston. The family will receive friends at the J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Chesterfield, VA on Thursday, February 22, 2007 from 4 to 6 p.m. with a memorial service following there at 6 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial contributions are made to the National Kidney Foundation 5001 W. Broad St. suite 217 Richmond, VA 23230. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com

Dave, Pam and Brooke,

His smile...his beautiful smile. We will never forget it. DJ was a wonderful son, brother and friend....And the best short stop in Chester! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Posted by: Dave, Terry, Philip, Seth and Allie Tysinger at February 22, 2007 03:44 PM

David John was a gift to your family and to earth. He was fortunate to have you as his family, and you were blessed to have him. From what I knew of him, he was a sensitive, caring and fun-loving young man. I remember him showing his stuff on his skateboard, going full-force. I thoroughly enjoyed having him visit us at the lake, watching him diving from the pier, playing pool and hanging with the boys. He always went out of his way to make my sons feel like part of the family. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are for him and with your family.
Love, Carol

Posted by: Carol Smith at February 21, 2007 11:57 AM

Dear Friends and Family of David John,
I can remember the smiles David John brought to all the ladies here at the Uppy's Corp office. He had a way of making people feel special. He will be greatly missed but not forgotten, I pray for peace and rest for your family.

Posted by: Miki Willis-Burley at February 21, 2007 09:10 AM

So sorry to hear about your loss. Pam, and family may God watch over you and help you thru this trying time. Pam, I am so glad to have been able to meet you and work with you these past couple years, if there is ever anything I can do please do not hesitate to contact me. God Bless. Thinking of you - Joe T. jr.

Posted by: joe testani jr. at February 20, 2007 09:17 PM

David, Pam, & Brooke; there are no words to express how much I care and how saddened I am at the loss of David John. I remember my nephew, as a beautiful little boy who grew into a handsome and caring young man. I can still see him laughing and having fun at our family reunions. As you all know, our family really loves and cares for each other and we share the good times and the sad times. There will always be a place in my heart that belonged to David John and many fond memories. You will all be kept in my prayers as you go through this difficult time. I believe with all my heart that there is a place, beyond what we know here, that has embraced David John and has comforted him and put an end to his struggles. Take care and know that I love you all very much. Love, Janet

Posted by: Janet Sinclair at February 20, 2007 08:26 PM

Oh Dave, Words can not express how we feel right now. I know you have been through so much in the past. Our hearts go out to you and your family. You will all be in our thoughts and our prayers.

God bless you and your family and know that in this rough times you do have friends and if there is anything you need or anything we can do we are here for you. I wish there was something we could do to help ease your sorrow.

Posted by: Bud and Vicky Hardng at February 20, 2007 08:10 PM