Christopher Tyler Padilla

Christopher Tyler Padilla, 29, a resident of Lee County, FL for the past 26 years, formerly of Gainesville, FL, passed away Wednesday, September 2, 2020. He was born February 9, 1991 in Gainesville, FL.

Christopher attended City Gate Ministries in Fort Myers, FL and was also affiliated with Integrity Church in Bonita Springs, FL. Christopher was a hardworking and dedicated young man. He loved with all his heart. His smile was infectious and would light every room he entered. If you knew Christopher, you knew two things....he loved his mom and he loved Jesus. Tyler never missed a chance to encourage another. He would pray for anyone without hesitation. He was always willing  to lend a helping hand. Christopher was a joy to know, a joy to be around. One never left his presence without feeling better.

He is survived by his loving mother, Lujuan Padilla of Cape Coral; brother, Robert Michael Padilla (Jena) of Cape Coral; niece, Reese and nephew, Rhett; two aunts, Melba Sluder (Gary) of Cape Coral, and Vicki Watson (Pastor Dennis) of New Orleans, LA; as well as many special  cousins, Amber, Michael, Joey, Christina, Dennis, Bethany, Stephanie, Hayley, and Katelyn.

Christopher shared a special bond with his mini-me, Ethan and cherished their time together.

Christopher was preceded in death by his father, Robert Michael Padilla.

Memorial Services will be held at 6:00 PM Monday, September 14, 2020 at City Gate Ministries, 1735 Jackson St., Fort Myers, FL 33901 with Pastor David Pleasant officiating. Friends are invited to attend a reception, immediately following.

Memorial Contributions in memory of Christopher Tyler Padilla are suggested to Crossover Youth @ City Gate Ministries, 1735 Jackson St., Fort Myers, FL 33901.

Mullins Memorial Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Cape Coral, is entrusted with final care.