Christopher Arthur McDaniel, 61, of Brownwood, TX. He went by Dad, Chris, Grandy & Pop. He was born to Oscar and Alyne McDaniel in Center, Texas on December 18, 1954 and went to his home in heaven on December 9, 2016.

Chris graduated from Tenaha High School in 1973 and received a pastoral and evangelism degree from Christ for the Nations in 1976. He married Deborah Lynn Ford on October 25, 1980. His death brought on as a result of prostate cancer had no sting because his victory is in Jesus.

He lived a full life fulfilling the calling to preach the gospel of Christ that he received at age 13. Due to his obedience to Christ thousands of lives were changed forever across this nation and in many other nations. He ministered as a pastor and evangelist for 25 years. During those years many experienced salvation, physical miracles, restored marriages, restored families and deliverance from bondage and addiction. He also was an entrepreneur and started his own business at age 47 and continued until he was no longer physically able. His success in ministry and business was unmatched in comparison to his success in his family.

His legacy continues through the love and devotion he gave to his family. This legacy continues in his wife, Deborah; children, Darren Krieghauser, Dana Irwin, Christian McDaniel, Christiana Elmer and Cara McDaniel. Also 12 grandchildren: Madelyn, Savannah, Ryder, Elijah, Emery, Eden, Titus, Avery, Belle, Madi, Sami and Sawyer will continue his legacy of power, love and devotion.

His wonderful life will be celebrated on Tuesday at 6pm at Victory Life Church in Brownwood. There will also be a celebration service on Saturday at 1 pm at Ramah Baptist Church in Tenaha. Arrangements are under the direction of Blaylock Funeral Home.

Online condolences for the family are welcome at www.blaylockfuneralhome.com.