Schmelling, Christopher (Chris) Robert of Peoria, AZ, passed away on October 10th, 2021 at the age of 62. Chris was born September 13th, 1959 in Phoenix, AZ. He was married to his wife Della, for 9 years. He was a well-loved man who never met a stranger. Chris had a passion for restoring classic cars. He loved spending time with his family and enjoying the outdoors (camping, off-roading, scuba diving, boating and motorcycling). Even though our hearts miss him so, we know he is rejoicing in heaven. Chris is survived by his wife Della, first wife Kay, and their two children Monique and husband Ryan, Danny and wife Kayla, three step children Kory, Kalie and husband Brian, Nikkayla and husband Derek, 7 grandchildren, 4 step grandchildren, mother Janice, brother David, and sister Lori and husband Kevin. A memorial celebration will be held at Dream City -Glendale Campus 21000 North 75th Ave at 11:00am on Friday October 22nd 2021. Celebration of Life to follow.