of Gassville, AR
April 11, 1972 - October 4, 2023
Mrs. Chris Anne Strandquist, 51, of Gassville, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, October 4, 2023 in Gassville. She was born on April 11, 1972 in Mountain Home, Arkansas to Eugene and Linda (DeBuse) Vornheder. She married Matthew Strandquist on February 12, 2020.
Chris Anne was a graduate of Mountain Home High School, received her Technical Certificate in Practical Nursing from ASUMH and was issued her LPN license on January 26, 2004. She went on to use her knowledge as an LPN for the next 20 years as a long-term healthcare nurse, home healthcare nurse and finally, unit manager at Gassville Therapy and Living. She also specialized in wound care and pediatric ventilator management, provided in-home care for ventilator-dependent newborns, children and teens and nursed COVID-positive patients during the pandemic while having the disease herself. She loved music, camping, bonfires, animals and just generally being in the outdoors. She was a loving mother of 7 who lit up the world with her twinkling humor and heart that pumped out love to everyone she met.
Chris Anne is survived by her husband, Matthew Strandquist; 7 children, Nicholas Suntken, Thomas Suntken, Micah Vornheder, Moriah Vornheder, Aisligh Strandquist, Madeline Strandquist and Evangeline Strandquist; 2 grandchildren, Justin Suntken and Brian Suntken; parents, Eugene and Linda Vornheder; 2 siblings. Kevin Vornheder and Carla Vornheder; father-in-law and mother-in-law, John and Collen Strandquist, and best friend, Alison Loe.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00pm on Monday, October 9, 2023 at Roller Funeral Home with interment to follow at Baxter Memorial Gardens.
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31 Condolence(s)
Matthew P. Strandquist
Monday, May 6, 2024
She was my Moon and Stars. I shall pine for her all the rest of my days.
Marcia baysinger ( miss granny ??)
Sunday, November 5, 2023
Linda Eugene my Prayers and LOVE for you beautiful family are endless the love joy and kindness for all chris Ann love and smile and pure joy
I my sending Prayers for all
Mary caststeel
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
To Matt and family
I am so saddened to hear of Chris Anne passing
She was a great person and always so kind to me and my husband Ed
Always enjoyed our talks
I pray for you and your family at this time
Linda Burlison
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
Chris anne was always so nice to me. Always smiling and lifted my spirits when i worked with her. My heart broke when i read the news. She will be missed on this earth.
Leslie Frazier Easterling
Sunday, October 8, 2023
I am sorry for your loss. What a huge loss for the world.
Eldon Cooper
Sunday, October 8, 2023
Carla and the family, so sorry for your loss- Prayers for all of you- may God grant you His mercy and His strength during this time...
Jennifer Bouwkamp (Bone)
Sunday, October 8, 2023
Chris Anne’s family and friends,
I am shocked and truly saddened to hear about her passing. We had a lot of good times back in the day. We was a great friend and a wonderful person. I consider myself fortunate to have had her as a close friend for many years. Mom and Dad Vornheder, thank you for being you! My heart and prayers go out to all of youâ¤ï¸
Ann Kocka
Saturday, October 7, 2023
I work with Chris Ann a long time ago she was a good friend and will be miss Matt I am here if you need to talk or just someone to listen too you
Sending lots of prayers and love to you and the kids
Sarah Dewey
Saturday, October 7, 2023
Chris Anne was such a magnificent friend and nurse. She stayed up the night before my wedding to bake HUNDREDS of cookies of all assortments when she asked if she could being something. HUNDREDS, lol. That was Chris she was all in and stood by her word. It was a blessing to know her and work beside her.
Tracey Tidwell
Saturday, October 7, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss Matt and family. Chris Ann was a beautiful person and nurse. I am so lucky to have known her and to know Matt, and all five of the girls. I will always remember the last words Chris sent me, "You are so loved! " Prayers for comfort for all who knew her and loved her.
Carolyn Moody
Friday, October 6, 2023
I am so sorry! I’m sending love and prayers to her family.
Danielle Powell
Friday, October 6, 2023
I worked with Chris Anne many years ago. She was caring and giving and treated her CNA’s with respect. Prayers for her family!
Geneva Caststeel
Friday, October 6, 2023
I am so very sorry for your loss. I can not imagine how difficult this must be. May the Lord hold and comfort you through such a difficult time
Linda Nolan
Friday, October 6, 2023
Linda and Eugene, I’m so very sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter. All my love and prayers to your family.
Rebecca Crowe
Friday, October 6, 2023
I have not seen her in such a long time. But the time I did spend with her is very cherished and she will be missed. Sending prayers and condolences to you all. Rebecca Crowe and Melinda Hill Cates
Linda Vornheder
Friday, October 6, 2023
I am Chris Anne's mother. Many say things to the effect of, "I know my words don't help, but..." Please know your words and stories DO help. After the deep pain of loss, my next thought was that the world has to know how magnificent she was. Apparently y'all knew. We thank God for her life, for His nurturing of her through many challenges. And we thank you for sharing your memories. It means the world to us.
Chris Anne loved as unconditionally as anyone I ever knew. She sometimes questioned why the whole world couldn't just love each other. Let real, soul-deep love be her legacy.
Km Daughtry
Friday, October 6, 2023
What and honor and privilege it was to know Chris Anne. She was truly a joy to be around. She was very caring and compassionate. I am very blessed to have known her. Matt my deepest condolences to you, the children, and grandchildren. May Gods comfort surround you all during this time. I know that Chris Anne's legacy will live on through you all. Prayers for you all.
Heather Allen
Friday, October 6, 2023
Chris Anne was an absolute angel to all those she served. She was such a dependable and hard working nurse that gave 110% at all times to the extent of putting herself last. She worked hard educating herself and other staff to care for those she served. She loved her family to no end and this included her work family and residents as well. I am in utter shock she was taken so soon but, I know she will be one of the best in her new role with Jesus. Matt my prayers for you sweet friend…rest assured…she loved you fiercely and shared her story with me about the reunite you guys had saying that you two picked right back up where you left off many moons ago…she said you were truly her best friend. I am so sorry.
Kena Kersey
Friday, October 6, 2023
Matt and family I am deeply sorry to hear about your loss. May happy memories of Chrisann comfort you during this sad time. She will be forever missed, may her memory live on with us forever in our hearts. Chrisann we love you!
Scott Shelby
Friday, October 6, 2023
Vornheder Family, I am so sorry for your loss! I got to meet Chris Anne on more than one occasion whilst hanging out with Kevin. Taken too soon but still we celebrate the life and the time we shared with her. Mamma & Papa V, know that I love you like my own parents and though this is a difficult time that Perseverance conquers all God willing.
Jessica Williams
Friday, October 6, 2023
Sometimes in life you have friends who become your family. These are the people you choose to surround yourself with, and they color your life in ways you never thought possible. I met and became friends with Kevin in college, and through him I got to know Chris Anne. She had an infectious laugh, and she always made people feel at ease. I will miss her dearly. Justin, Lily, and I send all our love.
Sarah McGowan
Thursday, October 5, 2023
I worked with Chris Ann many moons ago and would run into her from time to time afterwards. Never could you have found a sweeter gal . May God wrap his arms around her family and friends for comfort with this great loss .
Ron klein
Thursday, October 5, 2023
So sorry to hear of her passing lots of fun memories of our days in Youth Group at Redeemer. My heart goes out to you all
Lindsey Leatherwood
Thursday, October 5, 2023
I’ve never been around someone going through health issues but still working and smiling like they didn’t have a problem in the world like Chris Anne did. She was always sweet, smiling and the most patient person to her patients I have ever seen, that’s hard to find in any nurse much less one that’s worked in LTC all those years. We could all take note and be a better nurse by being a little more like her. I know there are no words that are going to make her family feel better but I hope y’all are able to find peace and I will keep all of you in my thoughts.
Ambre Keys
Thursday, October 5, 2023
I enjoyed working with Chris Ann at Gassville. She was very helpful, funny and really cared about the residents. I will miss her
Rachel McDole
Thursday, October 5, 2023
Oh Chris may you rest in peace darlin!!! I learned soo soo much from you!! The world has lost an angel!! She always brightened my day and when she was working I knew it would be a good day! A great leader!! Many prayers to the family!! May God provide you comfort during your time of need! AMEN!!
Christabelle and Joanna Jacobs
Thursday, October 5, 2023
May you rest peace. You are going to be missed by so many people. Just know that Joanna and I are so grateful for the friendship that you and Matt showed us. We love you guys so much.
Amanda hurst
Thursday, October 5, 2023
She will be missed by so many! She has touched so many lives and always had words of wisdom! Thank you for being a great friend and nurse!
Kaye Burns
Thursday, October 5, 2023
Chris Ann and I went to nursing school together, but we were friends long before that. She was a great nurse and a very warm person to everyone she met...R.I.P till we meet again my friend...
Lisa Robertson
Thursday, October 5, 2023
She will be missed by may but will forever be with us in ours hearts and memories love u chris ann may u rest in peace
Tyler B. Riley and family
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
To my oldest friends, my Vornheder family. I am in total loss for words. Chris Anne was just as much a sister as my own flesh and blood. She has watched over me since I was in diapers. She has nursed me when I was ill. I have so many memories of her that I will never forget. She was pure heart and love for all who needed it. My heart is so broken! May you all find peace in knowing that we will all get to see her again someday. It will be a wonderful thing. We all love you dearly and we are praying for you all in these difficult times. With all our love and sympathy.
Tyler B. Riley and family