The late Christopher William LaCourciere from Wendell, North Carolina, left his family and friends devastated by his sudden death on May 30, 2024. He was born on December 22, 1982. Christopher’s sister, Shannan Tyndall, has been organizing a GoFundMe campaign to cover his final expenses and help his family during this challenging time.
Christopher took his own life in the early hours of May 30th. He drove to Carolina Beach to spend his last moments breathing in the salty ocean air with his feet in the sand. Shannan reminisced about their family trip to Sunset Beach, where they took many walks together, finding peace in the sunrise and the ocean’s beauty.
Christopher was a skilled woodworker known for his handmade rustic pieces, a talent that his sister admired greatly. Despite his brilliance and kind heart, he struggled with mental health issues that he kept hidden from most people, even his close family. Shannan described how he often made poor decisions in attempts to correct previous mistakes, a cycle that contributed to his troubled mind and heart.
He lived by the motto of seizing the moment, which, while admirable, led to impracticalities in real life. Christopher did not have life insurance, leaving his family with many financial burdens to manage after his passing. Shannan, alongside other family members, is hoping to raise enough funds to cover his funeral expenses and provide for his children.
Tiffany Chinn-Barsness, a close family friend, shared heartfelt words on Facebook, highlighting Christopher’s role as a father to Spencer and the profound impact of his loss. She urged the community to keep the family in their thoughts and prayers and to support the GoFundMe campaign. “If you are able to help in any way, it is truly appreciated. If you are not able to contribute financially, please support this family and share this post,” Tiffany wrote.
Shannan echoed similar sentiments, expressing gratitude for any support received, whether through donations, prayers, or sharing memories of Christopher. She shared a poignant reflection on his struggles, hoping that he has finally found the peace he sought for so long. “Chris was not OK and he was tired of not being OK,” she wrote. “I can only hope that he has found the peace that he has always been searching for.”
The community has shown immense support, with the fundraiser raising $3,195 of the $25,000 goal so far. Donations have come from various people, including a significant contribution from an anonymous donor and heartfelt messages from others. Terry Wolfer Ketchpaw, McHanna Markham, Ashley Arnett Hopfensperger, Liz Grober, Pam Mattingly, and Heather Miller all offered their prayers and condolences to Spencer and Christopher’s family through Facebook.
Christopher’s life and his untimely death are a stark reminder of the unseen battles many face. The support from friends, family, and the community illustrates the importance of coming together in times of crisis and the need to address mental health issues openly and compassionately.
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