Christopher Michael Jaris, affectionately known as “Bear” or “Storm,” was born on March 31, 1965, in Pontiac, Michigan. He passed away on August 18, 2026, in White House, Tennessee, at the age of 61.

Christopher spent his early childhood in Oxford, MI, just outside of Detroit. In high school, his family moved first to Ontonagon, MI by the shores of Lake Superior, and then to Ocklawaha, FL, where Christopher graduated from high school. He received a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Florida and his RN degree from Tennessee State University. He worked for 27 years as a skilled Registered Nurse, including in the Intensive Care Unit, and Cardiac Care Unit at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville.

Christopher was a kind, sensitive, and generous person, with a mischievous streak and a keen sense of humor. He was devoted to his circle of faithful friends, and his home became a hub for social gatherings. He loved feeding people. An exceptional baker, he created deadly rich desserts, and his lasagna was legendary. He was especially adept at Asian cuisine. Friends recall fondly gathering at his home for dinners and holiday celebrations.

Christopher was extremely fond of games, hosting friends in epic sessions of Halo or Settlers of Catan. He was a skilled Dungeon Master and, at the time of his passing, was leading a years-long campaign for a band of friends known as “The Society of Murder Hobos.”

Christopher was a talented artist, working in drawing, sculpture, and metallurgy through his life. He brought his passions together by building suits of armor and elaborate swords, making his first suit of samurai armor at the age of 19. Over the course of his life, Christopher participated in the Society for Creative Anachronism and local Renaissance Festivals.

Survived by his loving sisters, Jennifer Jaris-Weaver and Veronica Jaris Tichenor, his beloved cats, Thor and Loki.

Preceded in death by, his father, Edward David Jaris, Jr. and mother, Alexandra Susan Jaris

At Christopher’s request, no memorial service will be held.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to your local animal shelter.