Service Details
Homegoing Celebration will be held in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Friday, March 1, 2024 at 11:00 am with Rev. Anthony Shell officiating. Interment will follow in Graceland Cemetery. Viewing will be in the funeral home on Thursday from 5:00 – 7:00 pm and on Friday from 10:00 – 11:00 am.
Repast, following the cemetery service, will be at “The Main Project” (1014 State Street in Racine).
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Christopher Tom Edward Nesby “Boobie” was born June 26th, 1970 to the late Ruth Lee Nesby and Elbert Williams in Chicago, IL.
Boobie attended Pope Elementary School and Farragut Career Academy in Chicago, IL. Boobie and his family then relocated to Racine, Wi in 1989 where he worked various jobs as a package handler.
Boobie was an outgoing and energetic person who loved his house music, getting down on the barbecue grill and being the life of the party. Even though Boobie wasn’t a regular church goer, he believed in the Lord Jesus Christ as his personal savior.
Boobie, age 53, passed away peacefully at Aurora Medical Center in Mt. Pleasant, WI on Friday, February 16th, 2024 to be reunited with his parents Ruth and Elbert and his better half Delores (Stiney).
Boobie leaves behind to cherish his memory 1 son Darrius; 1 Grandson Darrius Jr.; 5 brothers, Eddie Dean Nesby, Anthony (Cynthia) Shell, Nelvnes (Juanita) Shells, Michael Nesby, Kamonte Williams; 3 sisters, Semekequice (Syid) Abdullah, Tanisha Nesby and Emma Nesby; two extended siblings, Charmeka Flowers and Bennie Pegues; best-friend, Earl Terry; devoted cousin, Shaun Hardy; and a host of uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Homegoing Celebration will be held in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Friday, March 1, 2024 at 11:00 am with Rev. Anthony Shell officiating. Interment will follow in Graceland Cemetery. Viewing will be in the funeral home on Thursday from 5:00 – 7:00 pm and on Friday from 10:00 – 11:00 am. Repast, following the cemetery service, will be at “The Main Project” (1014 State Street in Racine).
Miss Cobb , Kiki's mom says
Nelvis, Eddie. I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your brother Chris. There’s no hurt on earth that heaven can’t heal. So brother Chris is all good. I pray 🙏 that God gives your family the strength to get through this difficult time.
Sabrina hiler says
He will be missed a loving man Everytime I saw him he always spoke and made jokes he will be missed
Joyce Denton says
My prayers and condolences to the family. Boobie and his dogs ruled Franklin st.
Deacon Willie E & Daris Hodges says
Our sincerest condolences are extended to the entire Nesby family. May God strengthen you all during your specific time of need.
TANKIA THOMPSON says
“709” That is what you taught my girls to call you, don’t you and Fojuan get on Stiney nerves up there .Take your rest ,love.
The Phifer Family says
Our deepest condolences and prayers for the Nesby family through this difficult time.Christopher will be missed by many.
Ann Kirkwood and Family says
Sending prayers and condolences to the Nesby family and friends. May God surround you with love and His healing power during your time of sorrow.🙏🏾❤️☀️🙏🏾
Juanita MillerShells says
My Christopher Nesby aka (Boobie) you are dearly missed. Thanks for always being kind and welcoming to me and my kids from the first day we met. You and Stiney always welcomed us into your home. Thanks for the laughs and words of wisdom and comfort. Love you! Rest up kiss Momma Ruth and My big girl Poosha. Just know the biggest hearts are in Heaven.
Denise Freeman says
To the Nesby family,
I was saddened to hear of Chris’s passing. He was always so kind a ND polite. He could always bring a smile to my face. God has taken another good one. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Charles and Glorious Hicks and Family 🌹 says
Our condolences 💐 to the family. May you each hold on to the good memories and times of laughter, love and life that you each shared with your loved one.🌟Respectfully,
Barber family says
My condolences to the family