Vance, Sr. Christopher P. on Friday, June 4, 2021. Beloved husband of Mary A. Vance (nee Jansen); loving father of Penny (Paul) Bridges, Christopher P. (Brenda) Vance, Jr., and Jennifer (Jerry) Griswell; cherished grandpa of Allison, Zachary, Torri, Taylor, Carter, Mackenzie, Madison, Parker and Lucas; great-grandpa of Aubrey, Dearest son of Loretta and the late Dale K. Vance; brother of Cheryl (David) Modglin, Lisa Weigert, Jeff Vance and the late David Vance and Danny (surviving Donna) Vance. best friend and brother of Terry (Lisa) McManus; our dear uncle, great-uncle, cousin and friend to many.
Services: Visitation at Kutis South County Chapel 5255 Lemay Ferry Rd. Wednesday, June 9, from 4-9 p.m. with Elks Service 7 p.m., then taken to First Baptist of Arnold Thursday, June 10, for a visitation from 10 a.m. until time of service 11 a.m. Interment J.B. national Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to American Heart Assn or a charity of your choice appreciated.
To my best friend of 48 years. We weren’t prepared for your leaving us this soon. There’s a hole in our hearts that will take a long time to heal. You were the BEST! We were a team! It won’t be easy to move on but we’ll do it for you. I will honor your friendship and memory by fulfilling your request.
To Mary and the kids, I’ll be there for you.
Love you forever brother!
Terry & Lisa McManus
A promise made is a promise kept
Our fun tradition of going to the Cardinal Home Opener every year will not be the same without your smilin’ face. The pictures of you and Terry always acting “silly” were followed by at least one rendition of your high school Alma Mater! Such wonderful memories. I’m miss the texts from you beginning in February that said “get the tickets yet?” Always made me laugh. My heart and many prayers go out to Mary and your family and of course, your best buddy, Terry McManus.
We have lost a good man and a good guy! Chris had a great energy about him all the time I have known him, over 30 years. He helped a lot of people and had faith in people. We will all miss you, coach!
I only knew you the last 5 years… but your leadership, your take no bullcrap attitude, and your honest opinions is what really obtained my respect. Your wrestling persona was one you had created & crafted perfectly. You could go in front of a dead crowd, say those 3 little words — “Shut Up Stupid” and ignite everyone into a burning frenzy. TRUE STORY.
You will be missed…
Sincerely,
By your fellow RCW Family Member,
ChuckABoom
You were always over..then and now…fans and locker room. you were a great manager…great father and family man…and a great friend. you made a small phrase stick out and be remembered so much…some people buy the shirt…some people wont let it go…but just proves the legacy you have…whether in wrestling or in family..
Until we meet again
To a great friend for many years. A great guy, a great husband, Grandpa, a great son and a great brother. You will be missed greatly by all. Prayers for Mary and her family and Mrs. Vance and her family. I am grateful to know Chris for many years. RIP MY BROTHER CHRIS
To the Vance Family, Prayers of comfort and love being sent to you. Blessings, Nancy, Chloe and Joshua.