Christopher Michael McKenna

Christopher Michael McKenna

SHARON — Christopher Michael McKenna, 37, of Sharon, passed away unexpectedly from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident on Monday, Feb. 7, 2022.

Chris was born Jan. 21, 1985, in Waterbury, Conn., the son of Susan (Conlon) and Michael McKenna.

He was raised in Sharon and attended Sharon Center School, South Kent School and the University of Connecticut.

Left to honor his memory and cherish his legacy are his extended family, loved ones and a myriad of friends who all grieve his passing. Our hearts ache for his loss.

Services for Mr. McKenna will be held privately and at the convenience of his  family.

A public celebration of life will be held for Christopher on June 11 at the Sharon Valley Field; all are invited to attend. The time will be announced in June.   

Casey’s Eastside Memorial Funeral Home and Cremation Services has been honored to care for Christopher and the McKenna family during this difficult time.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Salisbury Family Services in Chris’s name. 

Memories endure only if you share them. You are encouraged to share a story or leave words of comfort or an online condolence with Chris’s family on his tribute page at  www.eastsidememorial.com.   

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