"Some of our favorite memories of Chris are camping. Chris was always one of the first up and would have the fire going and be ready to start the day and experience whatever adventure that day would hold. He had such a big heart and was always willing to help."
In loving memory of
Christopher George Solis
March 29, 1960 - February 6, 2022
Christopher George Solis went to be with his Lord and Savior on February 6th, 2022, at the age of 61 while hiking early Sunday morning on Quartz Ridge in Phoenix, Arizona. He had a heart issue while coming down the trail, and true to Chris's nature he called his wife Janene, and then his daughter Kimberly for her to come and take the family's service dog, Kiya, before he called 911. It was the day of his 42nd wedding anniversary and he had plans to celebrate that day with his family after his hike. His thoughts were always of his family first, which was how Chris lived his life, always thinking of others before himself.
His friends and family will always remember his selflessness and patience through his actions of always helping those in need, whether it was through handyman work, singing at church, or being there for people who needed it. He never judged and accepted everyone.
Chris Solis is survived by his wife, Janene Solis, his daughter, Kimberly Solis and her fiancé Joshua Anderson, his brothers Michael Solis and James Solis; sisters, Doris Youngs, Virginia Ward, Judy Gervais, and Dorothy Broyles; brother-in-law Patrick Palmer, and his wife Brenda P. Hanrahan, along with 15 nieces and nephews.
Tributes
"We will all miss him. Since Chris first visit to us here in Berlin, we had taken him into our hearts with his friendly and kind nature, where he still is."
"Our family is so very sorry to hear of Chris's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with Janene and Kimmi. - Kent, Lisa, Allyssa and Zach Sharpe "
"Chris was a wonderful person, so smart, so kind and so talented. His family meant everything to him and he will be sorely missed. Prayers for Janene and Kimberly as they navigate this major loss in their lives."
"I've known Chris since he started working for Finetech. We have worked together for many hours solving customer problems. It was always very easy to communicate with him and he could call me any time, even in the middle of the night (German time). I have come to know and appreciate him as a very friendly, reliable and intelligent man. I am even more sorry that he passed away so suddenly. "
"What great memories I have of you and Chris during our SADD/MADD days. I know he was the love of your life, your rock. My heart aches for you and Kimmy. Sending love and strength for you both."
"This wasn't added to the obituary portion under services yet. There will be a Celebration of Life on Saturday, March 26th, at 4:00 pm at the Camelback Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 5902 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix, Arizona. "
"Chris and Janene have been our longest-time friends. Ric has known Chris since grade school and played in band together thru HS. When we were all newly weds we started spending time together as adults and found it FUN to have friends who had a pool in their apartment complex. Christ and Ric found themselves unemployed at the same time in the late 70s and together explored the ideas of joining the Air Force or working in the Idaho silver mines. Life led us in different directions in the early 80s, but the friendship has endured -- we were always ready and able to pick up exactly where we left off like nothing had happened whenever we saw them. And Chris took us all to see some of the most AWESOME places in AZ whenever we got to go and visit them -- even a walk-across into Mexico for a shopping trip. I remember screeching to a halt on a road adventure in the desert -- to see a live wild tarantula hiding under a sage bush. And being introduced to the beauty of Sedona and the absolute grandeur of sunrise over the Grand Canyon -- resplendent with the fog rising from the canyon floor. And watching Chris and Kim try skydiving for the first time...COOL!!!! Chris was always up for a good adventure. He is SORELY missed here....but we look forward to MANY more adventures with him in heaven. "
"After my husband, Miles Topham, became to weak with the disease, ALS which was taking his life, Chris and Pastor White came to my house and finished up the remodel project that Miles had become to weak to complete. I will never forget their kindness and support during this terrible time in our lives. You will never be forgotten, Chris!"
"Chris had a big heart. He would do anything for anyone, whether it was helping them with remodel projects, moving, or an encouraging word. He always had a smile on his face and a song in his heart. He loved his family and friends. You are and will be missed by many. "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted." Matthew 5:4"