Christian Jude “Chris” Cordes, went home to be with our Heavenly Father on Tuesday, August 6, 2019 at the age of 43. Chris was a resident of St. Bernard Parish until Katrina, when he moved to Slidell, LA. Chris is survived by his daughter, Cayla Louise Cordes,”Daddy’s little girl,” of whom he was very proud. He is also survived by his loving sister and best friend, Charleyn Johanna Cordes “Sissy”, his mother, Johanna Lyons Spicuzza (Raymond), his father, Charley J. Cordes, Jr. (Debbie), nephew and godchild, Ty Sterling Gilmore. Nephew of Rainey Jude Lyons, cousin of Trilby Lyons LaCoste and Rainey J. Lyons, Jr. Chris was preceded in death by his son, Christian Jr., his grandparents, Rainey F. Lyons,Jr., Catherine McAllister Lyons, Charley J. Cordes, Mary Sannino Cordes and his Uncle “Frankie,” Frank J. Lyons. He also leaves behind a host of cousins and other dear friends and relatives. Chris will always be remembered for his heart of gold, for his kindness and generosity, with anything he had, his willingness to lend a helping hand and for never missing the opportunity to say, “I Love You!” Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the graveside service at St. Bernard Memorial Cemetery, 700 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, La. on Friday, August 16, 2019 at 2:30 p.m. Immediately following, a Celebration of Life will take place at the Buccaneer Villa Swim and Tennis Club, 8330 Patricia St., Chalmette, LA. Please visit www.honakerforestlawn.comto sign guestbook.