Chris was born July 16, 1995 in Omaha, Neb. After a long battle, he passed away October 27, 2011 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City. Chris was a lifelong resident of Drexel, Mo.
In his 16 years of life, Chris was a leader, brother, son, grandson and a very caring and giving young man. From a very early age Chris always had a passion for all sports. He was an honor student, and a member of the FFA and Honor Society.
Chris was preceded in death by his uncles Lonnie Mills and Chad Showalter; grandparents Ron Showalter and Mr. and Mrs. Taylor Mills, Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Showalter, and Mr. and Mrs. Jim Ferguson; and stepfather David Ronfeldt.
He is survived by his father Jason Showalter-Moles; sister Jordan; brother Gavin; grandparents Neal and Peggy Moles; uncle Jeff Moles; cousins Avae and Aadon, all of the home. He is also survived by his mother Michelle Studey, sister Joslyn; brothers Landon and Brenden; grandparents Jim and Becky Hathcock and Ed and Connie Sheppard; as well as numerous uncles, aunts and cousins.
Visitation will be at 1:00 PM Sunday, October 30, 2011 at the North Gymnasium in Drexel Schools. Funeral services will begin at 2:00 PM, with Rev. Mike Harenza officiating. Burial will follow in Sharon Cemetery, Drexel. In lieu of flowers contributions are suggested to a scholarship fund in memory of Chris and may be made payable to Drexel RIO. Written messages and memories may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.
Services under the direction of the Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel (816) 657-4400.
