Christopher Lee Sword

Christopher Lee Sword, 49, of Columbia Falls passed away on Feb. 6, 2010. Chris was born March 13, 1960 in Ashland, Ore., to Phil and Kathleen Sword. Chris was a 1978 graduate of Whitefish High School and a graduate of the University of Montana Technical Center. He operated a full service station and auto repair shop with his father in Columbia Falls in the 1980s.

Chris married Kris Tierney and moved to Alaska, where they had three children. As a longtime resident of Dillingham, he owned and operated Sword's Automotive. Chris was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping with his family. He was a friend to everyone, loved his children and his family, and will be missed by all who knew him.

Chris is survived by his children, Kara and Noah (who reside in Alaska with their mother, Kris Tierney); his parents Phil and Kathleen of Columbia Falls; his two brothers, Steve and wife Yvette of Summer, Wash., and Kevin and wife Susie of Boise, Idaho; three nieces, Kastina, Chelsea and Tiffany; and one nephew, Trevor. Preceding him in death were his sister, Shannon Sword, and his son, Cody Jack Sword.

No service will be held. Donations may be sent to North Valley Search and Rescue. Columbia Mortuary is caring for the family.