Minnesota church mourns 15-year-old

We’re a close-knit family at The Christian Chronicle.
This week, we mourn with our colleague Tonda Stafford and her extended family in the sudden loss of Tonda’s 15-year-old nephew, Michael William Ries, a member of the Mankato Church of Christ in Minnesota.
Michael died of natural causes. He is survived by his parents, Barry and Leah; sister, Carissa; grandparents, Clyde and Glenda Schinnerer; aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends. Read his full obituary.

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  An incredibly fitting tribute to a wonderful teenager. Praying for your family, Tonda, and asking God’s peace for you all tomorrow, especially. ~ Tamie

  Tamie Ross

  August, 26 2010

  Prayers going up for you here — so sorry for your terrible loss.

  Lisa Brewer

  August, 26 2010

  Our prayers are with you.

  haroldandbeth Wade

  August, 26 2010

  Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family. God with bless you with comfort as only He can give……..Love and prayers, The Walker Family….Melodee & Terry, Joy and Dave, Chuck and Julie, Kim and Christine and Lee…….

  Lee Walker

  August, 26 2010

  Michael’s death touches so many! We’re praying here in New Jersey for the Ries family and all those who loved him dearly. Life can be so hard, but GIGATTAATTGIG.

  Patti Klein Sikes

  August, 27 2010

  Sorry to hear of your loss. Stay strong, God has a plan. Our prayers are with you.
  Jeff and Carol

  Jeff King

  August, 29 2010