Chris Weiand, 38

Chris Weiand, 38, of Evans, Colorado, passed away March 17, 2018.

Chris was born July 24, 1979, to Steve Weiand and Jamie Schrock in Whitefish.

Chris was preceded in death by his grandparents, Ray and Regina Weiand; stepbrother, Cabe Shepard; and his faithful dog, Bear.

Chris is survived by his 3-year-old son, Rayden, of Johnstown, Colorado; his parents, Steve and Lynda Weiand of Florence, Oregon, and Jamie and Larry France of Kalispell; grandparents, Laura and Don Schrock, of Columbia Falls; half brother, Chason France, of Seattle; half sister, Ciara France, of Kalispell; and numerous relatives and friends.

Chris moved to Tennessee in 2010 where he became an over-the-road truck driver for the last seven and a half years. Chris was a natural for truck driving. Over the last seven and a half years Chris had driven in all 48 states, plus two provinces of Canada. He drove over a million miles in the seven and a half years.

Chris had a great sense of humor and personality. He was always willing to help somebody. If you had Chris as a friend, you had a loyal friend. Chris had no idea how many friends he really had. His laughter and smile will never be forgotten. He touched many lives during his time on earth.

His problems are now over. “He rests with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ and is reunited with loved ones who have gone before him.”

A celebration of life ceremony will be held Saturday, April 7, at Crossroad Assembly of God Church in Florence, Oregon, with pastor Dale Edwards officiating.