Christopher Matthew Jolliffe
Christopher Matthew Jolliffe departed this world on January 24, 2025, and set sail into the infinite cosmic of the universe at age 49.
Chris was known for his kind heart, generous spirit, and rapid-fire sense of humor. He showered his friends and family with overwhelming love, support, and the best hugs. A native of Lewisburg, WV, Chris called several cities and states home. He accumulated many friends along his journey. He had an impeccable way of making every single one of them feel like they were the most important person in the room. Chris found a way to bond with people over music, pop culture, theatre, a ride at Universal, or even IT questions. His laugh was infectious.
He fiercely advocated for the LGBTQIA community and was always willing to fight for equality. He was actively involved in local Pride organizations, no matter where his home was.
Chris’s endless love of music filtered into his daily life. There was a song for every occasion. It was his wish for his loved ones to find comfort in “When the River Meets the Sea” from Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas.
“When the mountain touches the valley, all the clouds are taught to fly as our souls will leave this land most peacefully. Though our minds be filled with questions, in our hearts we’ll understand, when the river meets the sea.”
He and his husband, Justin Wigglesworth, shared many adventures together. They were the pet parents to four dogs, Pippa, Phoebe, Porter, and Prudence; one tortoise, Tortellini; and several unnamed fish. Their home was always filled with love, support, laughter, and happiness.
Chris is survived by husband, Justin Wigglesworth; parents, JoAnne Jolliffe, Frank (Marlene) Jolliffe; sister, Amy (Jeff) Gray; sister, Annie (Jen) Harvey; sister, Danielle (Chase) Thayer; and brother, Jacob (Lei Lani) Jolliffe; nephews and nieces, Ross Gray and Livy, Rae, and Jordan Harvey-Slusher and Ben Thayer and Nicole Thayer.
Family meant a lot to Christopher. There is the family you were born into and the family you make. There are countless family members that were not mentioned above, but in your heart, you know who you are. You know you were truly loved, treated, and respected like the family you were.
Chris leaves many who loved him behind, but he is now a bright star who guides us all forward.
A visitation will be held at Wallace & Wallace in Lewisburg, WV, on February 8, 2025 from 4 to 6 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations to the Greenbrier Humane Society be made in his memory.
Please send online condolences by visiting www.WallaceandWallaceFH.com.
Wallace & Wallace Funeral Home in Lewisburg is in charge of arrangements.
