Christopher Caleb Tatman died at the young age of 43 years on December 16, 2023 in his home. He died from an Epilepsy seizure that he never recovered from. He struggled with seizures all his life and God finally decided it was time to bring him home.
Christopher was born in Baltimore, Maryland on September 21, 1980 to Thomas and Glenda Tatman who have been married for 46 years.
Christopher is survived by his parents Thomas and Glenda Tatman, two brothers Andrew Wayne Tatman and David Lee Tatman who is married to Amanda Orr Tatman and their two sons Carson and Sawyer. Christopher loved his nephews like they were his own.
Christopher spent the first half of his life in Bradenton, Florida where he graduated from Southeast high school in 2000 and Manatee Technical School studying marine mechanics. The second half of his life he lived here in Crestview Florida. He had four true loves in his life which were boating, his family, church (First Methodist of Crestview) singing in the choir and his job (Publix Customer Service) where he worked the last 11 years.
Christopher will be truly missed by many for his kindness to everyone and willingness to help everyone who asked.
The family would like in lieu of flowers or any other gifts, donations to be made to our church in his name at https://tithe.ly/give_new/www/#/tithely/give-one-time/6049995
There will be a memorial/celebration of life on January 13, 2024 at 2:00 pm, location will be the main sanctuary of the First Methodist Church and all are welcome.
First Methodist Church of Crestview
Glenda Tatman
December 21, 2023, 5:43 pm
Rest in peace Chris
We will always love you,
Mom & dad
The von Mosch's
December 21, 2023, 5:58 pm
My family and I were very saddened to hear that Chris had passed. He was a good man with a kind soul. May the love and comfort of the lord be with his family and friends at this time.
BillieJo Decker
December 21, 2023, 8:14 pm
Sending love and prayers for peace. To Aunt Glenda & Uncle Tom and all the family. Xo
Robin Ross
December 21, 2023, 8:23 pm
May you rest in peace Chris ❤️🙏 You are missed . Go with God and sing …. ❤️🙏✝️
Steve Smallwood
December 21, 2023, 10:25 pm
My nephew My friend, I love and miss you,
You are so missed, my deepest Condolences your MOM&Dad and Brothers too and all the rest of our big combined family
You are Seizure Free,and earned your wings rest in peace my dear Nephew. Aunt Brenda and Uncle Steve and all of our gang.
Denise Sweeden
December 21, 2023, 10:41 pm
I can’t imagine the pain you’re feeling right now. Chris was an incredible person. I have fond memories of him and I feel grateful to have known him.
Beth Burt
December 22, 2023, 12:13 am
Tom and Glenda and family,
We are so heartbroken by the loss of your Christopher. We pray that you feel the love of Christ and all your family and friends during this terribly sad time. We love you all.
Beth and Andy
Danny and Debbie Bowden
December 22, 2023, 2:57 am
We are very sorry for your loss. He was a good man. Praying for all of the family. Hugs to David and Amanda. We love yall.
Deborah Andrea
December 22, 2023, 3:19 am
I am So Sorry for the loss of Chris!! May he Rest in Peace!!
Love y’all
Deb & Brian Andrea
Ed Schwartz
December 22, 2023, 4:34 pm
Glenda, Tom, and Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of Chris. I can remember like yesterday when your family moved into Braden Woods with your 3 boys. They fit in from day one with all the other boys.
Chris, being the oldest, sometimes had to intervene with the youngsters!
My condolences,
Ed & Family
Loretta
December 22, 2023, 5:55 pm
I am so sorry to hear.if I can help with anything let know.i just have no words for you,but in my heart
Claude Strickland
December 23, 2023, 1:52 am
Worked with Chris at Publix . A dear friend always smiling. RIP
Danya
December 23, 2023, 5:02 pm
Tom, Glenda and family, we are so heartbroken for you all! Chris was the sweetest and we are going to miss him dearly! We love you all and are praying for comfort and healing at this time!
Love
Mike, Danya and Shawn
Ashley
December 23, 2023, 6:16 pm
Sending prayers for comfort to the family. I was shocked and saddened to hear of Christopher’s passing. I will miss seeing him at Publix. He always so kind to my kids giving them stickers.
Jim and Rosemarie
December 27, 2023, 12:00 pm
Tom, Glenda, and the rest of the Tatman family,
Rosemarie and I are shocked and sadden to hear about Chris’ sudden passing. We have no words that will ease the pain you are feeling. We pray that God’s peace, which surpasses all understanding will be with you (Philippians 4:7).
Remember, we are only a phone call away.
Dakota Lucas
December 29, 2023, 12:54 am
I miss you sport 💔🥺 See you soon ❤️Love you always your Aunt Macile ❤️🙏✝️
Ashley Tatman
December 29, 2023, 2:21 am
I can’t imagine this world without Chris in it. He was such a wonderful and sweet person. He will be dearly missed and may he rest easy in heaven. Thinking of you all.
joe Henry salgado
January 1, 2024, 10:15 pm
Joe Salgado
January !st 2024 4:07 pm
Rest In Peace Brother. We will miss chris, HE always stopped by to visit with us at walmart where he worked with us . WE are all with you God Bless.
Peggy Dolan
January 8, 2024, 2:32 am
May you rest in peace Chris. I have a feeling that Mom (grandma) had her arms open, ready to have you back with her again. Our hearts are broken here but I love that you are healed 💔🙏 ✝️
Love Aunt Peggy
Juanita & Gordon
January 9, 2024, 2:25 pm
Chris will always be a beautiful memory for us. Be it playing dominoes,playing cards ,just talking, eating out, grilling.His music, oldies he loved, as Jimmy Buffet a pirate looks at forty,he loved the water. Your memory will always be with us ,Sail on Chris, we love you, Juanita and Gordon
Ed & Diane
January 11, 2024, 4:47 am
Rest In Peace. Thank you for the many laughs on the paratransit bus, the discussions about boating, and for being a friendly face every week at Publix. We will miss your kindness, helpfulness, and energy.
Ray Mansfield
January 13, 2024, 5:50 pm
So sorry Chris is gone. He was always friendly. I’ll always remember when he climbed a tree for me to help put up my Christmas decorations. Rest in peace.
Marjorie and Craig Sullivan
April 26, 2024, 12:38 am
We do not have the words to express our sorrow on the passing of this fine young man. Fair winds and following seas Chris. Our deepest love and heartfelt sympathy to the Tatman family.