Obituary: Christopher Roy Kuykendall, 64

Christopher Roy Kuykendall, 64, passed away on Oct. 12, 2018.

He was born in Wrangell on September 27, 1954, to Roy and Mona Kuykendall. Chris was the seventh of ten children and was born with cerebral palsy.

At the age of 10, he left Wrangell and moved to the Seattle area where he could receive the medical care that he needed. Although he suffered with the effects of the disorder throughout his life, he enjoyed many happy days. One of his greatest joys, was anything related to Star Wars. Many hours were spent with his treasured collection.

Chris was very independent, living in the Seattle area. He figured out and utilized the city bus system so that he could go where he wanted and attend many events.

His parents, Roy and Mona, as well as his sister, May Schmohl, preceded him in death.

Siblings Bill Adsit, Earl Adsit, Clara Haley, Byrd Marsh, Kathy Appleman, Ellen Swicegood, Fern Seamers, and Clint Keso survive him.