Christopher Troupe
July 2, 1998 ~ September 30, 2023
Christopher Arthur Troupe, 25, passed away on September 30, 2023, at St Luke's Hospital, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Unfortunately, he lost a long fight with brain cancer. Visitation: 2:00 ' 4:00 p.m., Monday, October 9, 2023, at New Covenant Church, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Celebration of Life will follow at 4:00 p.m. Burial at a later date at Red Oak Cemetery with military honors.
He is survived by his wife, Kalynn Troupe; daughter, Williow Troupe; parents, Steve (Valerie) Troupe, brother, Dallas Troupe (Madison Troupe); sister, Tiffany Troupe; nieces, and many loving family members.Christopher was born July 2, 1998, at St. Luke's Hospital in Cedar Rapids, Iowa to Steven and Valerie (Nemec) Troupe. As a child, Chris was an energetic goofball who gave the warmest hugs. He never lost that and it carried him into adulthood. Chris went on to graduate from Jefferson High School and later joined the army until he was honorable discharged. He was a proud soldier, father, husband, and family man. He had many hobbies including; hunting, fishing, going to the range, the outdoors, and hanging out with friends and family. He was the most selfless person and a great friend to many over the years with an infectious smile and laugh.
Memorials may be sent to New Covenant Church, 3090 N Center Point Road, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52411.
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Chris was a kind and loving man. He was funny and could fill a room with laughter in minutes. Chris was always so supportive of me and my goals. He will be greatly missed.
Kalynn and family we are so incredibly sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you in every way that we can during this healing process.
My heart is hurting. I loved Chris as if he was my own son. I will miss him coming over and calling me “mom”, his ability to make me laugh (even when I was having a crummy day), and his big hugs every time before we parted. Sending all my love to Kalynn and Willow and the entire Troupe family.
So me and Chris met at joint base Lewis McCord when we both were in processing and once we finished our in processing, we continue to be very close friends and go out me, my buddy James and Chris shared a couple cigars and some bourbon, and always promised to be in each other’s lives You will be missed and it breaks my heart knowing such a close friend has left this earth to be in heaven but at least there’s no more pain and suffering not a day goes by that I don’t think about you and the family. My heart is broken and I wish we could’ve hung out just one more time.
I meet Troupe at Grafenwohr, Germany. My first impression was no way could one person have that much energy. As I got to know him, he quickly became my go to guy. I never saw him have a bad day, but on my bad days I made my way down to his shop just to hang out. Heaven definitely gained a good one. You’re going to be missed but never forgotten Troupie!
He truly was the best person I have ever met, even through all of our stupid little sibling fights he never stopped being a great big brother and friend. I will miss you forever. I love you Chris.
I haven’t known Chris very long but knew he was suffering and trying to stay strong for all those he would leave behind. I told him God was waiting for him and that his wife, family and Willow would be looked after. That he didn’t need to fight any more. God gained an angel that afternoon. Rest in peace, Chris!
We’ll always remember the smiles and joy Chris had for life. And the fishing memories we made with my son Connor and him. Your family is in my prayers. God Bless.
***photos from August 2011 at Pleasant Creek Lake in Palo, Ia
Chris was an amazing and supportive brother in law from the first day he met me from coming home on leave. Between him and i, it was always jokes, and picking on my husband (Dallas). He was an great uncle too and being a dad came so natural to him. Absolutely a family first kind of guy. Theres nothing he wouldn’t do for the little girls in our family, or anyone in general. And the fact he kept fighting until his family was ready to say goodbye truly tells you about his character and how much he put everyone above himself. Chris, thank you for being there for us and treating me as a sister from day one. Rest up brother. I love you Christopperrrr🤍
Im a proud Army Mom..Hooah..Chris and Austin joined together and did Basic Training together. Thank you Chris for takjng care of my boy. God bless you. Valorie and Steve and famiky in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Lisa Sommer…Austin Sommer mom
Fly high battle
During field operations and off times, could always count on Troupe for making you laugh. This guy did not have an off switch for the amount of energy he had. We could show up at 0400 for weapons draw before shift, and he was bright eyed and ready to crack some stupid joke to start the day. Hands down one of the best guys I’ve had the pleasure to serve alongside. Rest in peace <3
Steve, Valerie and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Troupe was an amazing battle buddy. He was always there to support anyone in the company. He always had your back and was always there for a good time. He could make anyone laugh and always made a shitty situation better. I wish I had more pictures or videos with him, but we always had too much fun to take our phones out. I am truly saddened by this loss and I pray that his family will be strong not just through this hard time, but moving forward.
Rest in peace brothe. till we meet again someday
Chris…. the girls and I are very lucky to have had you in our life. You brought a smile to every room you walked into. Watch over your family and friends here on earth. Make sure to tell everyone up there we miss them.
Christopher Arthur,
Of all people, I never thought you would be one person I’d have to say goodbye to. I honestly didn’t think my heart was ever be ready for this day but here I am writing this to you far too sooner than what I would be. I’ve always been told God gives you people to love or learn from. You were definitely a love. You showed me a love I needed whenever I needed you. You knew how to make me laugh and exactly how to push my buttons. You knew just what to say when the time was right and what not to say when I just needed the silence. I couldn’t be more thankful of that day in 8th grade Spanish class when you asked me to be your partner. I will forever cherish our memories and the amazing laughs we had together and all the times we shared. ❤️