Christopher Ryan Pietila

Christopher Ryan Pietila, 36, of Decatur, was called from this earth back to his maker Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019, in Boston.

The family is planning to hold the first Christopher Pietila Concert. To be performed by the Wise Youth strings ensemble in Spring of 2020 (date to be announced). The family will hold a private memorial service at their ranch in West Texas, where he will be laid to rest.

He was born Jan. 1, 1983, to Dr. Richard and Jane Pietila in Odessa.

He loved traveling the world, skiing and being with his family. He is survived by his sister, Jennifer Thuell of Bermuda; stepmom Tracy Spear; and stepsisters Sarah and Jamie Dean and Carolyn Spear.

“When the Journey finally ends, We will claim a great reward, and find an ever lasting peace, with the Lord.” Amen