Obituary of
Christopher James McDonald
On January 14, 2022, CJ departed this earth on the wings of angels.
He is preceded in death by grandmother Opal Lewis; great grandfathers Jim Washington, Odis Mays and James P Lewis; great grandmother Erma Washington and Uncle Ray Alexander.
Left to cherish CJ’s memory are his loving mother Lakishia McDonald; grandfather James O Lewis and a host of uncles, aunts, cousins and friends.
Christopher James McDonald (affectionately known as CJ) was born on November 6, 2000 in Newport News, Virginia to Christopher W and Lakishia McDonald.
CJ always had an empty stomach and a ready smile. He played baseball and basketball in his early school years. He loved reading about Asian culture and Greek mythology. He was a graduate of L.V. Berkner High School and was currently attending the University of Texas at Dallas for Engineering.
SON
It’s sometimes hard to know why some things happen as they do for so much joy and happiness was centered around you It seems so hard to comprehend that you’re no longer here but all the happy memories will help keep you near
You’re thought about with pride, Son with each mention of your name death cannot change a single thing the love will still remain
Love Always, Momma
I’m Free
Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free, I’m following the path God laid for me. I took his hand when I heard his call. I turned my back and left it all.
I could not stay another day, to laugh, to love, to work, to play. Tasks left undone must stay that way, I’ve found that peace at the close of the day.
If my parting has left a void, then fill it with remembered joy. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss, ah yes, these things I too will miss.
Be not burdened with times of sorrow, I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow. My Life’s been full, I savored much, good friends, good times, a loved one’s touch.
Perhaps my time seemed all too brief, don’t lengthen it now with undue grief. Lift up you heart and share with me, God wanted me now. He set me free.
Love ya,
CJ
Tribute Wall of Christopher James McDonald
My deepest condolences to you and your family. Continued prayers to you Kishia…Lesia Watts
Lesia
Thursday October 13, 2022
My deepest condolences to you and your family. Continued prayers to you Kishia…Lesia Watts
My sweet CJ. We bonded over Star Wars. A hole has been left in our family. Praying for peace for your Mom and family.
Shunda Dixon
Thursday October 13, 2022
My sweet CJ. We bonded over Star Wars. A hole has been left in our family. Praying for peace for your Mom and family.
My deepest condolence to the family and friends of C. J.
TOXI EDWARDS
Thursday October 13, 2022
My deepest condolence to the family and friends of C. J.
May the Lord bless & keep you & may He shine His face upon you & give you peace during this time of grief my friend! Extending my deepest condolences regarding the temporary absence of your precious son, CJ from this earth realm! Take comfort in the thought that CJ is in a better place & you will see him again one day in Heaven!
Shalom & much love my friend! We will continue to keep you in our daily prayers!
Margelee Hylton-Benjamin
Thursday October 13, 2022
May the Lord bless & keep you & may He shine His face upon you & give you peace during this time of grief my friend! Extending my deepest condolences regarding the temporary absence of your precious son, CJ from this earth realm! Take comfort in the thought that CJ is in a better place & you will see him again one day in Heaven!
Shalom & much love my friend! We will continue to keep you in our daily prayers!
May the Lord bless & keep you & may He shine His face upon you & give you peace during this time of grief my friend! Extending my deepest condolences regarding the temporary absence of your precious son, CJ from this earth realm! Take comfort in the thought that CJ is in a better place & you will see him again one day in Heaven!
Shalom & much love my friend! We will continue to keep you in our daily prayers!
****Margelee Hylton-Benjamin
Margelee Hylton-Benjamin
Thursday October 13, 2022
May the Lord bless & keep you & may He shine His face upon you & give you peace during this time of grief my friend! Extending my deepest condolences regarding the temporary absence of your precious son, CJ from this earth realm! Take comfort in the thought that CJ is in a better place & you will see him again one day in Heaven!
Shalom & much love my friend! We will continue to keep you in our daily prayers!
****Margelee Hylton-Benjamin
Kishia, He was a great kid, raised by an honest and hardworking Mother. My condolences to your family. Rest in Power young man.
Jay Ross
Thursday October 13, 2022
Kishia, He was a great kid, raised by an honest and hardworking Mother. My condolences to your family. Rest in Power young man.
Kishia, we are so incredibly sorry for your loss and you have been in our prayers every day. We are praying for your strength in the days and weeks to come and please let us know if there is anything we can do.
Shuron Whitney & Family
(Family of Odis Mays in Hampton, VA)
Shuron Whitney
Thursday October 13, 2022
Kishia, we are so incredibly sorry for your loss and you have been in our prayers every day. We are praying for your strength in the days and weeks to come and please let us know if there is anything we can do.
Shuron Whitney & Family
(Family of Odis Mays in Hampton, VA)
I wish we could’ve been closer CJ. The few times we hung out were so much fun. I hope the lady angels can keep away from you up there. Rest easy man.
Marcus Hernandez
Thursday October 13, 2022
I wish we could’ve been closer CJ. The few times we hung out were so much fun. I hope the lady angels can keep away from you up there. Rest easy man.
My Condolences to you Kisha and your family.
Anessa Blossom
Thursday October 13, 2022
My Condolences to you Kisha and your family.
With deepest sympathy. May your treasured fond memories help carry you through these difficult times. Prayers going out daily to the family.
Mikki Haddox
Thursday October 13, 2022
With deepest sympathy. May your treasured fond memories help carry you through these difficult times. Prayers going out daily to the family.
Praying that God grants peace to the soul of our dearly departed.
Marshall Mayes, Jr. & the Entire Mays Family
Marshall Mayes
Thursday October 13, 2022
Praying that God grants peace to the soul of our dearly departed.
Marshall Mayes, Jr. & the Entire Mays Family