Christopher Ornelas Tijerina
December 11, 1979 – March 19, 2018
Christopher “Chris” Tijerina, 38, passed away March 19, 2018, in Lansing, MI. Chris was born in Lansing on December 11, 1979.
He is survived by his wife, Irma Tijerina; 7 children, Alejandro Tijerina, Valencia Tijerina, Angelina McCoy, Iyanna McCoy, Lazaro Tijerina, Angelique Tijerina and Melia Tijerina; his mother, Socorro Tijerina; brothers, Jose Tijerina and Eric Tijerina; sister, Laura Garza; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Jose H. Tijerina.
Chris was employed by Loc Performance as a machine operator. His favorite hobbies were fishing, drag races, and his low rider (AKA, his Baby). He was part of the City Limits Car Club.
He was loved by many and will be missed dearly.
The funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 24, 2018, at the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel. His family will receive friends at the funeral home from 10:00 a.m. until service time on Saturday. Burial will follow in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. A dinner will follow the burial at Cristo Rey Church on Miller Rd.
Forever missed, forever loved, and never forgotten.
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A special someone
March 23, 2018 at 5:18 amChristopher it saddens my heart, with knowing how big your heart is which tell me, you was struggling somewhere with hurt and pain and was tired of living life in that way, i’m sorry that it had to be this route you took to deal with it. You will be forever in our hearts and forever loved and will miss you cotti! My condolences go to his mother Socorro Tijerina, his siblings: Laura Garza Joe Tijerina and Eric Tijerina His 4 oldest children Angelique Tijerina Melia Tijerina Asia Clay and Lazaro Tijerina his nieces: kacee Tijerina Amanda Garza and Chelsea Tijerina and their children as well His grandchildren: Nolyn ezra kelly A’laya monique jones and Lorielle Tijerina along with all his aunts uncle cousins and his two younger children as well, not to mention his tons of host of friends and a special friend in particular Pete Gonzalez R.I.P. now chris ornelas Tijerina you may now rest!
Amy Hoey
March 23, 2018 at 2:27 pmMy deepest sympathies to Chris’ family and especially to his children. I did not know Chris well but what I did know was that he had a huge heart for his children. The company we both worked for was being sold. Chris came into Human Resources on multiple occasions asking if he could purchase phones that were being turned in so he could give them to his children. He would always say that he wanted to do as much as he could for them because he loved them so very much. May Chris’ big heart live on in each of you and may your fond memories bring you peace over time. Sincerely, Amy
Laura Garza
March 24, 2018 at 4:17 amI Love You Chris gone always missed but never forgotten.
Tammy Thorpe
March 24, 2018 at 9:37 amFor his wife Irma so sorry.He lived you and your kids. It was obvious. Forever in my prayers. If u need anything mija you know where we are
Becki Dodge
March 24, 2018 at 12:34 pmMy heart felt sympathy and condolences to Cris’s entire family and loved ones . Especially his brother Eric who has always been like family and a long time friend to my eldest son . Johnny and I are with you all in spirit and prayer ! His heart is breaking that he can’t personally be with you in your time of need. Rest in Peace Chris ! Love and prayers for all . Becki Dodge
Becki Dodge
March 24, 2018 at 12:36 pmLove and prayers for all in the special time of need. <3
Francis Tijerina,Genaro E,Sebastian,Rosa, &Genaro H
March 24, 2018 at 1:26 pmEven though I never got to meet you I knew you were kind & had a big living heart. I’m so sorry you had to go through this. I wish I would have met you. We will miss & love you dearly.
Vivian Bodiford
March 31, 2018 at 10:57 pmChris was a very sweet person. No matter where or when he saw us, he would always greet us with that precious big smile and a hug. My husband, Jimmiel, would always make sure he spoke to Chris whenever he spotted him when we were out. Grandma Embry when she heard the sad news about Chris, she said, “I hate that happened. I really like Chris.” Only God knows what caused this untimely situation to happen. We wish it had not happened. We are family, and we are sad. Succora, Dolly, Aunt Magaret, Laura, Eric, Joe, Lala, Ernie, and the rest of the family, we love you all and love Chris. We are keeping you all in our prayers, for strength, peace, and comfort.
Baby girl
December 22, 2019 at 4:10 pmDad, you come across my mind so many times. I really dislike how things played out but everything happens for a reason. Although many things were said about you not caring about us, I know we were everything to you. The love you gave us left a mark on me forever. Now I get to live on your legacy. I’ve been told I won’t be able to do anything. They don’t know that you live through me & therefore, I can do anything. Thank you for giving me the strength when I am weak. Thank you for everything dad. I’ll make you proud today & always. Yours truly, baby girl.