Christopher Bryce Scharping
MEDINA – Christopher B. Scharping, age 73, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2025 in Panama City Beach, FL. He was born May 18, 1951 in Medina, NY to the late George and Joan (Furness} Scharping.
Chris was raised in Medina and always said it was a great time and place to grow up. He graduated from Medina High School Class of 1969 and enlisted in the US Air force in 1971. Chris began his military career as a medic and later became a Wing Historian for the Strategic Air Comand and finally the Tactical Air Command. His duties carried him around the world and he won numerous awards and recognition for his histories of Wing Missions. Chris retired from the Air Force after twenty years of service to his country with the rank of Senior Master Sergeant.
In 1992 he met and married Catherine. They eventually settled in Panama City Beach, FL. where Chris taught high school English and History.
Chris loved music, especially early 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s Rock and Roll, and “British Invasion.” He created a DJ business called “All About Oldies” and performed with Cathy for several years just for fun. He also fullfilled a lifelong promise to himself to write and completed five books including his memoirs and two novels based upon stories and locations in and around Medina and Western New York.
Chris is survived by his wife of 33 years, Cathy, and her son Ian who has been both a conscientious caregiver and healthcare advocate for them both during their illness.
Survivors also include his daughter Stacey (Clint) Cormier, and grandsons Joshua and Caleb, and son Scott of Shreveport, LA., brother Dana (Cherie) Scharping, and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
No memorial service is planned at this time. Those wishing may contribute to the LeeWheedon Library in Medina or a charity of choice in Chris’s memory.
