This memorial website was created in memory of my brother, Chad Oppert, 35, born on June 8, 1979 and passed away on April 22, 2015. My parents, Chuck and Donna, and I want to share our grief with you during this time of loss. Galatians 6:2 tells us to "carry each others burdens". It is my hope that we can do this through sharing stories about how Chad touched our lives. Please take the time to add a picture or share your thoughts with us while we greive together.
Services will be held in Alpharetta, Georgia at North Point Community Church on Thursday, May 21st at 2pm.
In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be made to Calvary Chapel Memorial Ministry; 4Kids of South Florida or Sheridan House Family Ministry in Chad Oppert's memory.
Donations for Atlanta friends and family may be made to Providence Christian Academy at www.buildthelussi.com.
Chad loved the Lord Jesus, and he was baptized just three days before his passing. We take great comfort in knowing that Chad is at home with the Lord. Thank you for taking the time to remember Chad and celebrate his life with us.
- Leigh Armstrong, Chad's sister
His Obituary:
Loving memories of our son, CHAD OPPERT
We lost our beloved son Chad unexpectedly as he passed into God's arms on Wednesday, April 22nd, at the young age of 35, with a peaceful spirit and surrounded by his loving parents and girlfriend. Chad Oppert was an Atlanta native who had recently returned to live in Ft. Lauderdale. Chad's untimely death was from internal bleeding causing heart failure. Chad is survived by his loving parents Chuck and Donna Oppert of Ft. Lauderdale and by his sister Leigh and brother-in-law Drue Armstrong and their young son, Judah, of Atlanta. He also leaves behind his long-time companion Dana Strianese, whom he loved. Chad was born in Atlanta on June 8, 1979. To follow in his father's footsteps as a pilot, Chad did his solo flight at age 23 and then quickly earned both his Airline Transport pilot and Multi-Engine and Commercial pilot licenses. His career in corporate jet aviation included flying a Learjet60 and Hawkers & Cessna Citations. Chad was an accomplished pilot and, having grown up around aviation, it made sense that he'd one day pursue his life's dreams of traveling the world. He even met the Blue Angel pilots. Chad's faith quote before all flights was, "I am safe with the blood of your protection and your angels on my wing tips." Chad's last flight, flying with his father on his final day on earth, was truly God's blessing. Chad was a passionate gourmet chef and prepared memorable meals for his family. He was a remarkably funny man who made you laugh in all situations. He had a kind heart and a helping hand for anyone in need, especially the homeless people. He was a great lover of animals and they took to him quickly. Chad loved and accepted Jesus Christ at an early age and continued strongly in a personal relationship with Christ as the center of his life and strength; he was truly an overcomer. He loved living by the water and found great solace in ocean waves and sunsets. Chad was baptized at a Calvary Chapel's service at the Atlantic Ocean at Pompano Beach on April 18th, just three days before God called Chad to come home to heaven. Chad was loved by all who knew him and his parting will leave a hole difficult to fill. Blessed be the Lord who gives and takes away. As God has Chad in His arms, we will have Chad in our hearts until we meet again in heaven.
