Christopher Webb

  Master Sergeant Christopher Vern Webb of the Idaho National Guard, beloved husband, son, father, brother, soldier and friend, passed away in Twin Falls, Idaho on June 15th, 2017 at the age of 36. 

 Chris was born in Pocatello, Idaho on April 4th, 1981 to Larry and Rebecca Webb. From an early age, Chris had a passion for adventure, a competitive spirit, and a mechanically-gifted mind. He spent his childhood camping, fishing, and hunting with his parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins.  He had many special memories of spending time with his Grandpa Bennie Webb & Great-Grandpa Tip Strunk at the Napa Auto Parts store in Shoshone, Idaho, where he spent hours taking apart and fixing watches, radios, motors and helping his grandfather with projects.  Chris excelled at sports and loved playing baseball, softball, and golf.  Chris was always ready to tackle any challenge presented to him.  Whatever he set his mind to achieving, he dedicated himself to completely, until he had accomplished his goal.

 Chris joined the Idaho National Guard at the age of 18 and discovered a career and calling where he excelled. He was a decorated veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom and received multiple highly-honored awards throughout his military career including: The Idaho Governor’s Outstanding Unit Award, Meritorious Unit Commendation, Combat Action Badge, Drill Sergeant Identification Badge, NCOIC of the Year (expert 7) in 2016, and Idaho Army National Guard Recruiting and Retention Master Badge.

 Chris was devoted to the well-being of others and had a passion for his fellow soldiers.  Chris devoted many hours to fundraising and helping whenever he had the chance. Whether it was fixing broken vehicles for his neighbors, or helping organize major events for the Idaho National Guard, Chris was always the first one to jump in and lend a helping hand. His latest undertaking was leading the effort for the Sgt. Dan Brown Memorial, which honors Idaho soldiers killed since 9/11 in Iraq and Afghanistan. This memorial is located at Forsyth Park in Jerome, Idaho.

 Chris met his wife Tiffany in 2004 through a mutual friend. It did not take long for Chris to decide he had found his perfect match, and they were married later that year on November 7th, 2004 in Twin Falls, Idaho. Chris loved his family and took great joy in spending time with his wife and kids and celebrating their successes. Some of their favorite memories are times when the family went camping, hunting, boating, shooting, swimming, or just building things together in the garage. Chris had a passion for fixing up old motorcycles, ATV’s, and vehicles, and loved sharing his knowledge and expertise with his family and friends. 

 Chris was preceded in death by grandfather Ray Hanson and grandmother Rva Hanson of Pocatello, and grandmother Lois Webb of Boise. He is survived by his wife Tiffany, daughters Christen, Cayla, Alissa, Macie, step-son Devin; parents Larry and Rebecca Webb of Pocatello; siblings Elena Webb of Louisville, Kentucky, and Nathan (Amanda) Webb of Manchester, Maryland; grandfather Bennie Webb of Boise; and numerous other aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends who loved him dearly. He has touched the lives of his friends, family members and loved ones in countless ways, leaving them with many cherished memories to celebrate as they mourn his passing.  

 Viewing and visitation will be held at Parke’s Funeral Home in Twin Falls, Idaho on Friday, June 23rd from 5-7pm.  The funeral for Chris will be held at 10:00am on Saturday, June 24th, at the Twin Falls Reformed Church.  Burial will take place following the funeral at the Shoshone Cemetery in Shoshone, Idaho.

 Flowers are appreciated, or in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Webb Children’s Memorial Benefit Account at any First Federal Savings Bank.