Mr. Christopher Donaldson Obituary in Orangeburg at Simmons Funeral Home

Obituary For Mr. Christopher Donaldson

Funeral services for Mr. Christopher Donaldson, 44, of Orangeburg, will be held 2:30pm, Saturday, October 14, 2023, at Simmons Funeral Home and Crematory of Orangeburg, with interment to follow in Gethsemane Memorial Gardens.

Christopher Corey (Chris) Donaldson was born on August 29, 1979, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and peacefully departed this life after a brief illness at the Medical University of South Carolina in Orangeburg, South Carolina on October 7, 2023, with his family at his bedside. Chris, was the beloved son of the late Cynthia Beatrice Lambright-Dozier and late Cecil Corey Donaldson.

He graduated from Orangeburg Wilkinson High School in 1999. Chris received his Associate degree in Business from Roxbury Community College and a certification in Automotive from Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College. At an early age, he became a member of Greater Faith Baptist Church in Orangeburg, South Carolina. Chris began his career in automotive with Superior Auto in 2000. Upon venturing out Chris become the founder of Custom Motors Auto & Reality LLC in 2002.

To cherish his memories, Chris leaves his beloved companion and best friend Demovia Gooden, and his bonus daughters Demontria and Alexzandria. One aunt Marcelles Soto of Brockton, Massachusetts and two uncles, Eddie Lambright of Garland, Texas and Luther Lambright of Oakcliff, Texas,; two special cousins M. Surenia Lambright of Ennis, Texas, and Reginald Kennerly-Lambright of Orangeburg, South Carolina. Two devoted friends never leaving Chris’ side Tremanie Scott and Jerome Loynes and a host of loving cousins, and friends.

Chris had many passions. He loved fishing, boating, motorcycle riding, traveling, and playing the drums. He was always the hype man when deejaying with friends. He was an entrepreneur, flipping houses and trading cars. He was an avid Philadelphia Eagles and Carolina Gamecock fan. He could be seen wearing a shirt or hat representing his teams.

Most of all, Chris will be remembered for his dedication to this family and friends. His genuine concern for others made him treasured jewel in the community. Chris’ legacy is one of love, kindness, and commitment to all who knew him.

Visitation will be held Friday, October 13, 2023 from 2:00pm-6:00pm

Family and friends may call Simmons Funeral Home and Crematory of Orangeburg.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.simmonsfuneralhome.com

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Chris I respected you as a man and I Loved you as a son. You had such a beautiful spirit and I thank God for you being in my life. Your smile was so sweet and heartfelt.Our last visit was great as we parted it was with a hug a kiss and I love you.

One thing I'm only say cuz is I just remember when I last talked to you, you was in high spirits and happy to hear or let alone see each other I know we was on facetime but just to know that you haven't heard from me since I was kid it was like we picked up where we left off real genuine man I remember you saying how happy you was to see me on my grind but it's like where you think one of the influences came from you gave faith in knowing there's no limitations to life go out and make something happen. I can go on and on but I just wanna say I love you bro you gon always have place in my heart. Ball in paradise family 🍾🙏🏾💚

To my cousin Chris who to me was such a beautiful soul. You spread so much love to me and my family and I want to say you will truly be missed. A go getter and Trend setter. Rest on... Barbara and Freeman Davenport Raleigh NC

NO LIE CUZZO IM GONAN MISS YOU I REMEMBER ALL THEM DRIVES COMING DOWN THERE AND WAITING TO SEE IF YOU AND MY GRANDMOTHER WERE THERE. SEEING RIDE MOTORCYCLES AND JUST ALWAYS SMILING IS ONE OF THE REASONS I KEEP A SMILE ON MY FACE. YOU WERE MORE LIKE A BROTHER TO ME THEN MY BIG COUSIN AND IM GOING TO MISS YOU SO MUCH.

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My condolences and prayers to the family. I have only known Chris for a short time but he left a big impact on me. He was a brilliant and smart young man. I truly enjoyed watching and learning from him. He was the person I would have love calling him my son. May the peace of God be with you all doing your time of bereavement. Take your rest Chris.

From the moment I met you, you have always been the same high spirited person. Thank you for loving my sister and my nieces. You will truly be missed.

I'm gonna miss the arguments and laughs with you, when I come home to visit. You always encouraged me to live life to its fullest and never let anyone or anything hold me back for any reason. I'm truly gonna miss pulling up to the shop and listening to you fuss about my tires. So many memories to hold on to you will be truly missed.

So many Dreams, Visions, So Many plans, so many brilliant ideas we worked on over the years... but this year the Most High Plans were Greater than ours...Such a Beautiful Spirited Friend thats all i ever knew you to be... We always looked forward to our visits with you and calls, but that last call from C&M... "I was not ready for"... Our entire family is still in disbelief... So many Great Times... Chris We will cherish every memory and we will continue to speak your name and keep your legacy alive.
On behalf of the LetMeBeMe Foundation Inc. We Will Forever Honor You Mighty Ancestor: Christopher Donaldson.
Peace Love Light & Ascension to Our Brother
Sending Comforting Prayers & Our Heartfelt Condolences To Your Family & The C&M Staff.
Always in our hearts SuSu & Gertie Frazier-Williams and Family

Chris, over 19 years of friendship! This really broke me! Who am I going to fuss with now about not returning my calls or text! I divorced you as my mechanic every other day but still came back! May you SIP in paradise!!!! Love you past the stars and moon!!!! 💋❤️

I'm going to miss the just checking on you message out of the blue and the hours of talking about everything and everybody lol I'm glad you were apart of my life I love you 💜💜💜 SIP Love Maria,PJ and the rest of my family 🙏🏽