It is with heavy hearts that the family of Christopher Thomas Spitzer must say “goodbye” to a beloved Son, dear Friend, and gentle, kind-hearted spirit.
He was born on February 22nd, 1989, at the Methodist Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska. He was a “lunch-time” baby, coming into this world at 11:32 a.m.
Chris and his little brother, Terry, who was born 2 years later, were the bright stars of their parents’ lives. As he grew, he would come to love the outdoors, especially quiet time spent fishing. He was involved in Cub Scouts & Boy Scouts in his formative years. As he grew, so did his love of fishing and Family.
He is survived by his Father, Timothy Lynn Spitzer of Troy, Alabama; his Mother, Kathy Ann Thomas (and her husband, Ray Thomas) of Prophetstown, Illinois; his Brother, Terrence “Terry” Lynn Spitzer (and his Wife, Amanda Davis Spitzer, and his Niece, Brooklynn Spitzer) of Prophetstown, Illinois, and Lloyd and Tammy Davis (and brother-in-law Jake), of Fulton, Illinois.
Preceding him in death were: Bob & Marge Lea, his Maternal grandparents, Jim Spitzer & Coleta Sue Bolton, his Paternal grandparents.
Rest now, Chris. The family of Christopher Thomas Spitzer will miss You and carry You in their hearts always. Till the family sees You again…
A Celebration-of-Life for Chris Spitzer will be held on July 18, 2026 at the Prophetstown State Park in the Shelter area. This will take place from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Food and drinks will be provided in a picnic-style cookout. NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES and BE RESPECTFUL OF CHRIS’ MEMORY AND HIS FAMILY***
Condolences and cards can be sent to:
Kathy Thomas
10 Grove St. Apt. 2
Prophetstown, Il. 61277
