In loving memory of

Christopher A. Medeiros
August 3, 1984 - April 24, 2011

Wakefield, RI - Christopher A. Hero Medeiros, 26, of Torrey Road, Wakefield, and of East Main Road, Little Compton, passed away after a two year battle with cancer, Sunday, April 24, 2011 at South County Hospital, Wakefield.Born in Fall River, MA, on August 3, 1984, he was the son of Ronald J. and Michelle J. Minese Medeiros. Chris worked for the Rhode Island Air National Guard as a Radio Frequency Transmition Operator. He was a graduate of Middletown High School and went on to attend Keene State College and URI.Chris was a talented musician who enjoyed playing guitar and performing with friends. He loved to spend time outdoors; whether it was surfing, snowboarding, hunting or traveling with friends. His charm and witty sense of humor left an imprint on the hearts of his family, many friends and everyone around him.Besides his parents he leaves his sister Melissa Medeiros of Little Compton and his girlfriend Kristin Eremita of Bangor, ME, his paternal grandmother Dorothy DeRosa Medeiros of Little Compton and his maternal grandparents August and Jean Hill Minese of Portsmouth. Chris also leaves his great aunt Josephine DeRosa of Little Compton, as well as his paternal aunts and uncles Wayne Medeiros and his wife Judith, Diane Labrecque and her husband John, Donald Medeiros and his wife Doreen and James Medeiros. He leaves his maternal uncles Ronald Minese, Michael Minese, David Minese and his wife Laura and Gerald Minese. Chris also leaves behind many cousins.He was the grandson of the late Anibal Medeiros and nephew of the late Marie Fagan.Calling hours will be held in the funeral home on Wednesday from 3-7pm.Funeral services will be held Thursday, April 28, 2011 at 8:30am from the Connors Funeral Home, 55 West Main Road, Portsmouth, RI, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00am in St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church, 74 Simmons Road, Little Compton, RI. Burial with military honors will take place at Our Lady of Fatima Cemetery in Little Compton.Memorial donations may be made to Little Compton Citizens Scholarship Fund, PO Box 928, Little Compton, RI 02837.

Tributes

Rochelle and Matt Kieron - Apr.. wrote on Apr 24, 2011:

"Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Rochelle and Matt Kieron"

Shirley Lenzi - April 27, 2011.. wrote on Apr 24, 2011:

"Michelle and Family, I am truly sorry for your loss. Sincerely, Shirley Lenzi"

Bethany Tucker - April 27, 201.. wrote on Apr 24, 2011:

"Medeiros Family - Just wanted to express my sympathy for your loss. Chris was an amazing person and I know I was lucky to have had crossed paths with him in this life. You raised a great son and in turn he made so many impacts on the lives of so many others. I know hes in a better place right now looking out for us all :"

Mr. and Mrs Frank Avelar - Apr.. wrote on Apr 24, 2011:

"I'm lucky for having met such a great young man.....will truly be missed."

Denise Pine - April 26, 2011 a.. wrote on Apr 24, 2011:

"Michelle, Ronnie, and Melissa, My heart goes out to all of you. My prayers are with you all through this terrible time. He has touched many hearts and he was a fighter in more ways than one. My thoughts are with you and your family. Love, DENISE"

Rebecca Caron - April 26, 2011.. wrote on Apr 24, 2011:

"Michelle and Family, My deepest condolences at this very, very emotional and difficult time in your lives. I am so sorry for the loss of Christopher. My heart and prayers go out to all of you. Fondly, Rebecca Caron PMS"

Brigette - April 26, 2011 at 1.. wrote on Apr 24, 2011:

"Dear Michelle and Melissa and Ron: I am very sorry...if there is anything I can do please let me know...we are always here for you...you are such a strong,beautiful family never lose that... always stay close...Chris is at peace and at your side every step of the way, Love always, Brigette,Jeff,Augie and Rorie from Bristol"

Rene Giguere - April 26, 2011 .. wrote on Apr 24, 2011:

"For Christopher's family and friends: I never met Chris but I was in the 282d Combat Comm Squadron and retired before he came along. In common we both did the same kind of work. We look to the ones before us and we look to the ones behind us. God bless all of you for supporting Chris. Rene"

Jeanne Wordell - April 26, 201.. wrote on Apr 24, 2011:

"Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss."

Jan & Henry Sippen - April 26,.. wrote on Apr 24, 2011:

"Dear Michelle, Ron and Melissa: Our hearts are with you in this sad time."

Alyssa Johnson - April 26, 201.. wrote on Apr 24, 2011:

"To Melissa and the Medeiros Family: We are so sorry to hear of your loss! Melissa, your Youth Venture Family is here in support of you and your family as you move through this difficult time. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. *May you find peace in the precious memories you have* Sincerely, Alyssa"

Kerri Paquette - April 26, 201.. wrote on Apr 24, 2011:

"Chris, I was so lucky to have known you from your first semester at Keene til the present and I do mean lucky. We tore it up in our house on Davis Street and every other place you lived thereafter. You helped me through my battle with cancer as we were diagnosed just a very short time apart. I can only hope that I helped you even a fraction of how much you helped me. To say that you touched the lives of many is an understatement. I have never known a stronger person and I doubt I ever will. It will never be easy without you here, but my life will forever be better just having known you. Love you, Hero."

Becky Murdy - April 25, 2011 a.. wrote on Apr 24, 2011:

"You loved one of the most amazing friends I have ever had and she loved you back! Rest well and peacfully forever, Hero. We will all keep Kristin smiling, as you have! <3 Becky"