Kris Matthew Rathjen
January 23, 1956 ~ April 21, 2010
Kris M. Rathjen, 54, of Great Falls, Va., passed away on Wednesday, April 21, 2010 peacefully at his home while recovering from a recent accident. Devoted son of Frances and the late John Rathjen, loving brother of Jon Rathjen and Warren (Debbie) Rathjen. He is also survived by his cherished nieces and nephews; Kristin, John, Nathan, Matthew, Amanda and Kelsey and numerous family and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Luke Catholic Church or a charity of your choice.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
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Dear Fran – My sincere sympathy and love to you. Rita Bentley
Dear Fran: I was so saddened to hear of Kris’s passing this week. He was such a great person and a wonderful son. My heartfelt condolences. Nancy
To the Rathjen Family, I was so sorry to read the sad sad news of Kris in the paper this morning. I had fond memories and Kris and family. Our love and prayers are with the family From the Bucher Family, Barbara, Bill, and Joan and Tim Bucher
To the Rathjen Family: I was both shocked and very sad to hear about the passing of Kris. He was really a wonderful friend and I will truly miss our conversations. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time. Sincerely, Barbara
Very sorry to have read about Kris’s passing. Thinking of you all.
Dearest Fran, Warren, John, all of Kris’s extended family ~ our deepest condolences. This is heart breaking to us, Kenny, me and our son Chris, it is too difficult to imagine not hearing from Kris again, our friend for over 25 plus years. Such a wonderful character was he, with a heart of gold, so helpful, so smart, so able to make us smile, any time. His loss will be felt for as long as we live. So, so sad! Barbara Brown
Dear Fran, Jay and I read about Kris’s death in the Post, and we are so sad and sorry that this had to happen. I know that you and Kris were very close and you must miss him terribly. Our heart goes out to you, and our prayers are with you. Kay
Dear Fran, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Kris was so supportive and loving toward you and it always put a smile in my heart to see him helping at art events. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Charlotte
To Kris’ Family, Kris and I met during our senior year at Langley High School. Other than while Kris was serving in the US Navy, our paths would cross almost once a year. Kris was always smiling, concerned about others and eager to swap news about family, friends, and life. God needs a few of your inventions in Heaven. Rest in Peace, Kris.
Dear Fran, my deep felt condolences to you and your family. Kris became part of our larger Art Society Family. He was always helping and supporting you.My heart goes out to you. Gertrud
Dear Fran, Jon, Warren and Debbie, What wonderful memories we have of the great times with Kris over the past 30+ years, recalling his warmth and caring and wit and all the other good things that made Kris Kris! Our most heartfelt sympathy and love to you all and Kris’ beloved nieces and nephews. We are most grateful to have had him in our lives and are better people for having known him. Love, Susan Berkeley and family (Ashley, Zach, and Jaime Needham)
Dear Mrs. Rathjen, John, Warren and Family: I was shocked and heartbroken to learn of Kris’s passing. My heart goes out to you all and everyone who loved him. I have so many memories of our times together as teens and young adults especially his wonderful laugh and smile, and how much my Mom and Grandmother loved to see him show up at our home in his naval uniform. He will always be remembered warmly especially as I think about the good times we had 30+ years ago. Our deepest sympathy and love to you all. Bobbie (Oliver) Drabyk and Family (Mike, Anastasia and Alexander)
My dear Fran and your family, What horrible news for us who have known Kris, and especially understanding how a terrible loss it must be for you. My heart goes out to you and your family. Kris was a very good friend. I was very lucky to have known him. He had a heart of an angel, and may his soul rest peacefully in heaven. Madeleine
My deepest condolences to the family. I share your pain. Peace be with all. May Kris rest in peace.
What a shock it is to hear the news of Kris. We had a lot of fun getting together in our youth. Kris was such a sweet, gentle person and he will be missed. We take comfort in knowing that he is in a better place.
To The Rathjen Family, We’re all so sad to hear about Kris’ passing. Especially after only meeting him less than a year ago. He was such a pleasant guy and we thought we’d have all the time in future to one day meet again. Our hearts go out to you and we wish you comfort during these sad moments. With lots of love,
To The Rathjen Family, I could not believe when I first heard the news. Kris was such a wonderful person. He had a very kind and warm heart and was always there to help friends and neighbors. Our thoughts are with you.
My friend. May the souls of the faithful departed thru the Mercy of God Rest in Peace!
Dear Fran, Please accept our condolences on Kris’ sudden passing. We will all miss him very much, and send our thoughts and prayers to you~ Very respectfully, Rob, Megan, Molly, Haley, Lily and A.J. Smullen
Frances & members of The Rathjen Family,words cannot express the shock, disbelieve & sadness felt when we heard about the sudden departure of our long time friend & neighbor Chris.He was kind, had a great personality & talent.He will be sorely missed.Our prayers & peace rest with him forever.
Our dearest Kris, you will be terribly missed here in Ashburn. You had a beautiful way of making us smile and your heart is as big as gold. I guess the Lord needed you with Him more. To Frances and all the family, our deepest condolences at this time. We will ALL miss him so much. ~ your friends, Kelly & Art and the rest of the ACG. Rest peaceful, my friend
It was 37 years ago that this wonderful guy walked into our lives. We will never forget all the crazy and wonderful times we had together. The best thing Kris ever did was introduce me to Louie which resulted in us having two wonderful kids, one of who is named after him. Kris loved our kids as if they were his own. He especially loved taking them out on the boat, teaching them how to water ski, camping, going on bike rides, and sharing all their birthdays. He was there for all the happy and sad times in our life. I could write a book about all the great times we had. I think even the Washington Redskins will miss our crazy friend! Kris was always there for anyone who needed him. God be with you our friend and you will be greatly missed. To Warren, Jon, Debbie, and all the neices and nephews, Kris loved you each in a very special way. Fran, trust that God will help you through this.
Dear Rathjen Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. May God Bless you and may you feel His loving arms enfolding you as he carries you. The Pim family
Fran, Count me among the many who are deeply saddened by the loss of your truly wonderful son. He had such a positive presence. Blessings,
We are so sad to lose such a wonderful man. Members of the McLean Drama Club who so enjoyed his talents and how he made us all better…. Our love to the family and payers for strength and peace.
“To the Rathjen Family, We were shocked and deeply saddened to hear of Kris’ passing. The good times he shared with us will be sorely missed. His creative mind, always teaming with ideas, and his open and generous spirit will be among our many shared memories. Kris will live on in our hearts just as surely as he now lives on with God in Heaven. We offer our heartfelt condolences to you, and we ask that God’s Grace, Peace, and Love enfold you, as we send you thoughts of comfort, support, and love.”
It was always such a pleasure to see Kris in the room for each performance and meeting and rehearsal we shared with McLean Drama Company. I was overwhelmed and shocked to hear of his sudden passing, and I know we’ve all lost a major ally, creative force, and friend. My prayers and condolences to Kris’ mother and family, and surely Kris will continue to be an angel on the side of all things good in our drama world in years to come.
My sincere thoughts are with Chris’ family at this difficult time. Chris holds a special place in my heart because he was a hugh help to me when I was going through a difficult period in my life by helping me move into my new house. Chris was ready and willing to paint, fix and repair whatever was necessary. Chris was truly caring and thoughtful person. My prayers are with his family. I know Chris is resting in a peaceful place with a big smile on his face eating on one of his favorite patented plates:)
To the Rathjen family, We are sorry to hear of your loss,our heart goes out to you. We will keep you in our prayers. Mary and Erik Sonesen