Christopher David Lee Dunlap

Christopher David Lee Dunlap passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family on Tuesday, July 25, 2023. Chris was a cherished son, brother, father and uncle. He was born on January 26, 1980 in Salt Lake City and was the oldest of four children. Chris experienced his childhood in California and graduated from Cupertino High School in 1998, where he was a standout athlete in water polo, earning the title of Most Valuable Player (MVP) on his team. His skills in the pool were a testament to his dedication, competitive spirit and hard work that defined him in life. In August 2003, Chris married Beverly Penn and relocated to Gilbert, Arizona to be closer to family and later became father to three beautiful children. Although divorced in 2022, Chris continued with love to co-parent his son and two daughters. Chris' love and devotion to his children was unwavering and he cherished his time with his kids. They spent countless hours together enjoying activities such as playing in the park, hiking, and swimming—precious moments that his children will always remember. Chris also built a successful career in Quality Control within the aerospace industry for over 16 years. His meticulous nature and attention to detail were hallmarks of his professional life. Chris was deeply spiritual and had a profound love for God. He shared this foundation with his family, nurturing his children with love and spiritual wisdom and constantly engaged in spiritual discussions with his siblings and parents. The passing of Christopher David Lee Dunlap leaves a profound void in the hearts of his family and friends. We are deeply grateful for the time we had with him and the memories we shared. His life was a testament to love, faith, and resilience, and he will be profoundly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. Chris leaves behind in this life his three children and survived by his loving mother, Vera Dunlap and is preceded in death by his father, David Dunlap. He is also survived by his younger sister Celeste Dunlap, his younger brothers Scott Dunlap and Nick Dunlap, two nieces, a nephew and sister-in-law. A Celebration of Life for Christopher David Lee Dunlap will be held on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at 4:00 PM in Gilbert, Arizona. Please RSVP by texting Vera, Chris’s mother, at (480) 776-7077. She will provide the address for the celebration. We also invite you to share any pictures, videos, and memories you have of Chris for his Celebration of Life. Please RSVP and send pictures, etc. by July 10."