Christopher " Mikey " Chavez

Born November 2, 1978 in Stockton California to Linda Moreno and Paul Chavez. Mikey earned his angel wings on Friday September 18, 2015 after battling colon cancer, severe pneumonia and congestive heart failure.

Mikey leaves behind his devoted and loving mother and caregiver Linda Moreno and step-father Gilbert Moreno; his father Paul David Chavez and twin brother David Chavez; sister Amber Chavez and Brother-in-law Welkin Strebel as well as his 3 beautiful nieces who he called his “sunshine’s” -Jazzlyn, Jaedyn and Janessa Strebel all of Stockton California. He also is survived by two half-sisters Michele and Rose Chavez of Portland, Oregon and extended family.

Mikey had a magnetic personality and anyone that had the opportunity to know him loved him dearly. He was full of love and laughter and kept a smile on our faces with his many signature phrases. He is a true warrior fighting many battles throughout his short life. He endured countless surgeries and illnesses but never once complained. Even stronger than him is our mother Linda Moreno. God bless my mom, she never gave up and stood by his side through it all till the very end. Through all the pain she has endured she still holds her head high. Our hearts are broken and his place can never be filled. We will miss you forever Mikey… until we meet again.

Services will be held at DeYoung Memorial Chapel starting with the viewing Wednesday September 23, 2015 from 12pm until the Rosary at 6pm. Graveside procession to the catholic cemetery on Harding will leave from DeYoung Chapel at 12pm on Thursday September 24, 2015. Immediately following the services on Thursday we will gather to share our memories, food and drink at the Moreno Residence at 1057 Green Ridge Drive Stockton, CA 95209. Any cards or notes can be sent to the Moreno Residence.