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Chris Lepine

February 9, 1988 - January 26, 2025

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Christopher Michael Lepine died on the evening of January 26, near Gregory, San Patricio County, Texas.

 

Born February 9, 1988 in Olney Maryland, Chris most recently worked as the Lead Multi-craft Technician at the Feralloy steel processing center in Sinton, Tx.  He was known for his hard work, intuitive self- learning abilities to perform repairs on equipment and teaching others.  When recently informed that Chris was actually color-blind, his boss was heard to exclaim “well that explains a lot of things.”  A new role has just been created for Chris where he would travel to other company facilities to fix equipment, and train others to do the same. He never quite understood how truly smart he really was.

 

Chris moved to, and found his element in, Corpus Christi.  He loved the shipyard, the oil rigs, the huge equipment and machinery, the factories, the grime, the unpleasant smells and getting his hands greasy.  When not at work breaking all-time company high overtime records, Chris spent as much time as he could with what meant more to him than all others, Wylie and Maggie. For Chris, there was no greater love than the love he had for his children. The picture that accompanies this obituary is a cropped photo.  We don’t believe a photograph of Chris exists, within the last few years, where one of the two children isn’t sitting on his lap.  We went through dozens…couldn’t find one. 

Ice cream, pizza, days together at the white sandy beaches, it was always about his children for him.

Chris grew up on a small farm in Barnesville.  He loved helping “grandfather” care for the steers, repair fences and complete other small projects around the farm.  Chris was always good with his hands and tools and was born to repair stuff (Okay, sometimes he just took stuff apart).

In Elementary and Middle schools, Chris loved to play football.  He was injured in almost every game he played.  “Tape it up coach and send me back in.”  Chris never missed a quarter of play.

In his formative years, we are proud to report, Chris didn’t cause too much trouble in high school, but that’s mostly because he wasn’t there.  He did, however, become the first graduate of the Lewis Orchard work-study program, earning him his first “A” and a graduation diploma from Poolesville High School.  The school stopped calling his father and just started calling the orchard to find him.

When not eating fried chicken from Dickerson Market, Chris was seen around town being the fun-loving elusive type he really enjoyed being (Chris 3 DNR 0). He was never one to miss a field party (usually his idea) or bring a lighter to start the bonfire. Quite the outdoorsman, Chris could often be found fishing, or boating, or engaging in his favorite activity, year-round deer hunting. Constructing the tiki bar by the pond was one of his favorite accomplishments.

Chris bought his first home and moved to Bayside, Tx in the fall of 2023.  He was really proud of his last project, a complete security camera system covering every square inch both inside and outside the home.  Did we mention he never bothered to lock his doors?

Survivors include, his son, Wylie, and daughter, Magnolia, both of Portland Texas, and their siblings, Stone, Remmington and Jace. Parents Paul Lepine (Beth), Barnesville Md, and Lisa Larr (Lester), Deltona, Fl, sister Jennifer Lepine Quick (Jason) also of Deltona, Fl, Step-brother Anthony Hough, Baltimore, Md. Grandparents Juanita Lepine, Barnesville, Md., and Jan Alexander, Cincinnati, Ohio. Aunts Cathy Lepine Middletown, Md. and Kim Wiethorn, Florence, KY. and cousins Andrew and Ellie, Christie and Daniel, Emily, Joanna and Gabe.

 

Chris was proceeded in death by his grandfather Jack Lepine Sr., and uncles Jack Lepine Jr. and Mark Lepine (Tracy)

 

If you would like to contribute a small memento to be placed inside the burial vault (e.g., a photo, letter, note, ticket stub, fishing lure, trinket, bottle cap, screwdriver, whatever small memory item you would like for Chris to take with him) a basket will be available for collection and the items will be included at the time of burial.

 

A reception will follow immediately after the service at St. Mary’s Pavilion, 18230 Barnesville Rd., Barnesville, Md. 20838

 

The internment will be private.

 

Please join us in a celebration of Christopher’s life.  Visitation will be Friday, February 7, 2025 6:00-8:00 PM 

 

Service to begin at 7:00 PM

Visitation

Friday, February 7, 2025

6:00 - 8:00 PM

Service to begin at 7:00 PM

Reception to follow- St. Mary's Pavilion

Hilton Funeral Home

22111 Beallsville Road

Barnesville, MD  20838

CONDOLENCES

We encourage you to share your most beloved memories or offer words of sympathy 

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From: Jane & Jim Parsley

Sharing your loss, sending you prayers

From:  John Thompson

 Paul, I am sure Chris was not only a son, but one of your Best Friends. I worked with him several years at Lewis' Orchard where he did a very good job of keeping the grass mowers I used in great condition. Our sympathies are with you and your Family during these difficult times!

From: Joshua Heebner

Paul and family, words can't express our sadness to hear about the passing of your son. We all at CMFC are praying for you all and keeping you in our thoughts. - Your Carroll Manor Family

From: The Hilton Family

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

From:  Samuel G Gatling

 To Paul and the Lepine Family. I still find it hard to believe that young Chris is no longer walking the Earth! Chris was always a breath of fresh air and I loved that he called me Uncle Sam! Please know that he will forever be part of my memories and may others I'm sure!! RIP young Man!! You will be missed for eternity!

From: Abby Schneider

Chris was always the sweetest, goofiest dude and had endless patience for this younger, annoying kid he was always stuck with because our sisters were best friends. He was always kind and ready to get into shenanigans and I'm so sorry that he's been taken from his loved ones so soon. Hang in there you guys.

From: Frank Jamison Jr.

Big heart, big smile, always ready to lend a hand. Chris was a dear friend to many and will be fondly remembered by all. I’ll miss my buddy, but will cherish the memories always. My deepest condolences to the family.

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