Chris Fields

Chris Fields, of Corsicana, Texas passed away the morning of January 12th, 2025, surrounded by and in the arms of his immediate family. God brought him to his heavenly home where he can breathe freely and suffer no more. Chris was born to Don and Carmel Fields on August 31, 1976, in Mesquite, Texas. He attended Mesquite High School where he met the love of his life, Jennifer. They were your typical high school sweethearts who eventually ended up marrying and spending the next 32 years together building a beautiful life. After graduating high school in 1995, they welcomed their first child, a beautiful baby girl, Alexis. In April of 1996, Chris began a career with Coca-Cola as a service technician. In July of 1998 Chris relocated his family to Corsicana. He loved the small-town vibe and living in the country. He began acquiring horses and cattle and loved to work them all. Chris always loved the idea of being a firefighter, and somehow in the summer of 2002 managed to set the entire pasture around his home on fire. This required numerous volunteer fire departments to respond. It was that day, Chris committed himself to the Corbet-Oak Valley Volunteer Fire Department. He was a very active member and eventually gained the title of Chief. He loved every one of the firefighters he fought alongside of and truly considered them as family. This was a true love and passion he carried with him always. In March of 2007, Chris and Jennifer welcomed their second child and baby boy, Aaron. Chris lived every day of his life full of excitement. He loved to fish, hunt, and had a huge passion for guns. He was a self-proclaimed gunsmith and would spend hours putting guns together, shooting, and sharing his knowledge with anyone who would listen. Chris could honestly do anything he set his mind to and was good at so many things. He loved to remind his children that if you do it the “Chris Fields” way, it’s the right way. He was charismatic, intelligent, positive, sarcastic, witty, optimistic, brave, strong, and a self-proclaimed genius. He was loved and admired by so many and has had an impact that will last a lifetime. In addition to all of his hobbies, Chris remained completely dedicated to his career. He was nearing his 29th year at Coke and was able to advance, eventually gaining the title of Director, Customer Operations. He is survived by his wife, Jennifer, daughter Alexis and husband Tyler, son Aaron and girlfriend Jacey, grand-dog Axle, parents Don and Carmel Fields, brother Roy Staggs and son Jonathan, sister in law Amy Croom and husband James, best friend Creg Gustafson, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family members, and an overwhelming amount of friends. Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 19th from 5:30 - 7:30 at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home. Rosary will be at 6pm on Sunday, January 19th at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 am Monday, January 20th at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with burial following at Calvary Catholic Cemetery. The family will be having a come and go reception following funeral service at the IOOF Center. In lieu of flowers, the family has provided information for donations. Below is the link for the Donation Fund UT Southwestern is setting up in Chris’ name. https://engage.utsouthwestern.edu/simmons-donate Once you click the link, you can choose an amount. The Designation should be Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center. Please check the box “This gift is in honor or memory of” First Name: Chris Last Name: Fields Type: In Honor Of

Chris Fields

August 31, 1976 - January 12, 2025