Chris Rhymer

Chris Rhymer, age 43 of Carbondale, died Friday, May 15, 2020 at his home. He was born August 5, 1976 in Lakenheath, England, the son of Jay and Jeannie (Haynes) Rhymer. Chris is survived by his loving life partner, Rachel Walker of Carbondale; mother, Jeannie Haynes of Anna; father, Jay (Debbie) Rhymer of Anna; brother, Brad (Patty) Rhymer of San Francisco, CA; sister, Amy (Jason) Messamer of Coralville, IA; maternal grandmother, Bonnie Haynes of Anna; very special aunt, Cathy Spinazola of Cobden; many other aunts and uncles; cousins; and numerous close friends. Chris was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed going on hiking excursions all over the U.S. and beyond. He enjoyed going camping and listening to music. Chris will be deeply missed by all his family. Chris worked many years for Southern Illinois University in Carbondale in the Registrar office. Graveside services will be held privately for the immediate family. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Ocean Conservancy or St. Jude. Envelopes will be available at the Rendleman & Hileman Funeral Home in Anna.