Obituary
On Wednesday, December 14th, 2022, Christopher Gregg Trace passed away at the age of 51.
Chris was born on February 8th, 1971 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida to Robin Hansen and Gregg Trace.
Chris graduated from Deltona High in 1988.
Chris had a passion for nature. He was an avid fisherman as soon as he was old enough to hold a fishing rod. As a teen he would often hop in his grandpa’s boat and mosey on down the St. John’s river fishing and enjoying the water.
He worked in horticulture. Most of his time, working and spare, was spent around plants whether it be gardening at home or overseeing the color plantings in many different areas of The Villages Retirement Community.
Chris was charismatic and thoughtful. His smile lit up a room; his laugh was contagious.
Chris is survived by his spouse, Angela Trace, mother, Robin Hansen, Stepmother, Joan Trace, children Hale and Connor Trace and his half sisters Sarah Gilling, Jennifer Trace and Cheri Cobb.
A service will take place at St. Mark the Evangelist Church in Summerfield, FL 34491 on January 5th, 2023 at 10am.
My thoughts are with his family as I am sure they miss him terribly still. Chris had a huge personality and he is one of those people that once he’s gone, it just feels a little more dark out there in the world. He was a beautifully bright light. Pure sunshine. Pure love.
I miss you terribly, Chris. Thank you for being in my life. I hope to see you again in the next existence.
Screenshot from The very last video he sent to me ; he’s on a telephone pole making cable connections , he was so funny
Chris with his friend Jerermy at Conor's graduation party! They worked together.
Chris an me hanging out having great conversations like we would
More fish caught by Chris
Chris and me at the lake
Chris teaching my daughter Aubrey to surf
Big fish
Fishing
Age 10
Age 10 1st fish