Chris Richard Mars

Chris Mars, 76, of Three Oaks, died Friday, November 8, 2024, in the presence of his family.

His life began September 24, 1948, in Chicago, Illinois, the youngest of two boys born to William and Louise Mars. He married Sharon Peterson in 1979.
    
Chris honorably served in the US Air Force and later was proud to serve as a Berrien County Deputy Policeman.  He enjoyed spending his time outside landscaping. He had a passion for cars and loved sharing that with his son, Chad.  They could often be found looking at new and old cars all over the states of Michigan and Wisconsin, and the city of Chicago. Chris enjoyed finding and trying new places to eat and going to the movies with his son. He also selflessly took care of his mother, Louise. 
    
Chris will be greatly missed by family and friends. He is survived by his only son, Chad (Rachel) Mars of Three Oaks.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his ex-wife Sharon Peterson. 

The family will observe a private remembrance.

The family prefers contributions in memory of Chris be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105. 

Arrangements have been entrusted to Wagner Family Funerals Pobocik Chapel, Three Oaks. Please share a memory or a message online: wagnercares.com.
 

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