With great sadness, we announce the sudden passing of Christopher Paul Maier, aged 42, on November 5, 2013. Left to mourn his loss are son Sage, his parents Mary and Al Maier; brother Aaron and wife Robin and children Braxton, Sarah, Tierannai, Taeron; brother Ryan and wife Carlee and daughter Sunera; Grandpa Hank van Druten and wife Dorothy; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. He also leaves behind his fiancée Jodi Legault. Also mourning is Chris’ extensive Strongeagle and Ironeagle family, his birth mother Charlene and the Pasqua First Nation. He is predeceased by his wife Andrea and birth father James. Among many other things, Chris will be remembered for his kindness, his soft touch, his tender heart, and his rapport with children. What most people will certainly remember is his talent as an artist. All will agree that his skills in drawing and art had no equal. Very early on, Chris showed a talent for drawing which over the years developed into a truly amazing passion. His art and tattoo work showed a richness of detail, imagination, his heritage, and a uniqueness of spirit. Chris leaves behind a legacy of artwork that will truly live on in the lives of so many people upon which he left his mark. We thank all of Chris’ friends and families for their support and kindness during this difficult time. The funeral service will be held Tuesday, November 12, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. at Birchwood Funeral Chapel, Steinbach, Manitoba. Interment at a later date.