Class of 1995
1995 Graduation EditionPerry Daily Journal
Christian David Sadler will continue his education at Oklahoma State university where he will study graphic arts. He was born June 17, 1977, in Enid, OK, and is the son of David Sadler, 1102 Rose Terrace, and the late Debbie Sadler, and Mrs. Mark (Marion) Nichols, Hutchison, KS. Before moving to Perry, he attended Garfield elementary school in Ponca City, and Mustang elementary school in Mustang, OK. He has been a member of vocal music, five years; played basketball, four years; was in Fellowship of Christian Athletes and the weight lifting program, three years each; Student council, two years; and Future Business Leaders of America, National Honor Society and a Junior Rotarian, one year each. His honors and offices include being listed in “Who’s Who Among American High School Students,” for three years; a participant in the Psychology of Learning program, a member of the All-Academic basketball team, a member of the championship team of the 1992 Tonkawa Freshmen Invitational Basketball tournament; and winner on the district level in vocal music. His favorite subject is art and his hobbies are drawing and painting. He is a member of The First Assembly of God church in Perry.
Christian “Chris” David Sadler’
June 17, 1977 – November 14, 2008
Christian “Chris” David Sadler, 31, of Perry, Oklahoma was born the son of David Sadler and the late Marion Nichols on June 17, 1977, in Enid, Oklahoma and passed from this life to be with his Lord and Savior November 14, 2008, at Mercy Health Center, Oklahoma City, OK.
He was the loving husband of Nicole Sadler, and father of Peyton Nicole Sadler. The love Christian had for his family and friends was unconditional and his passion for life was evident in everything he did.
Christian grew up and attended school in Ponca City, OK later moving to Perry in the 5th grade and then graduating from Perry High School in 1995. He pursued his education in arts at Northern Oklahoma College, graduating with an Associates Degree.
After graduating college, Christian moved to New Jersey where he met and married the love of his life Nicole Gianndrea on May 13, 2005, at Bethel Christian Center in Blackwood, New Jersey. While living in New Jersey he pursued and enjoyed his art, modeling, and acting interest.
In 2005 he moved back to Perry, OK, and was employed with EZ Drill Inc.
He later followed his calling and became the full time Youth Pastor of Perry Assembly of God Church, and was very strong in his faith.
October 7, 2008, their only daughter Peyton Nicole Sadler was born. Seeing their daughter born was a highlight to both of their lives.
His hobbies included basketball, sculpting, drawing, painting, and watching football. Christian was wonderful, caring, and respected by many people.
Christian is survived by:
Wife Nicole Sadler and daughter Peyton Sadler.
Parents David and Iva Sadler
Sister, Brother-in-law Tim and Charity Moxley, Nephews Haiden, Cade, Holden Moxley.
Sister Amie McDaniel and her daughter Adyson McDaniel, niece.
Brothers Daxton Nichols, and Jeremy Beardon.
Grandmother Maxine Sadler
Grandmother Doris Friend
Sister in law Ginean and husband Dr. Robert Crawford.
Nephews Max and Joshua and niece Elle Crawford.
Numerous loved aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
Christian was preceded in death by:
Mothers Debbie Sadler and Marion Nichols
Grandfathers Rev. E.E. Sadler and Ronald Friend
Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m. Monday, November 17, 2008, at the Perry Assembly of God Church with Pastor Brett Nation officiating. Interment will be in the Grace Hill Cemetery.