Christopher J. “Chris” Bunyan, 15, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 surrounded by his loving family.
Born September 6, 2010, in Butler, he was the son of Daniel J. Bunyan and Samantha L. (Kyper) Clark.
Chris was in 9th grade in the Butler Area School District and a member of All Saints Parish, St. Conrad Roman Catholic Church. He enjoyed watching sports with his dads, watching Moana, Encanto, and Cars movies, listening to his Toniebox, watching the animals out of his bedroom window, and music. More than anything in the world, Chris loved his dogs; Arnie, Taylor, and Mackenzie. He was a true joy to all of those fortunate enough to know him and will be dearly missed.
He is survived by his mother Samantha L. Clark and his step-father, Brian Clark, his father, Daniel J. Bunyan and his step-mother, Stephanie Bunyan; his step sister, Olivia Darnell, his maternal grandmother, Sandra Kyper, his paternal grandmother, Joni Bunyan, his step-paternal grandparents, Tom and Jeanne Clark, four aunts, five uncles, and six cousins.
Chris was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Richard Kyper and his paternal grandfather, John Bunyan.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude toward all of Chris’ nurses with Bayada Pediatric Home Health Care for their years of excellent care.
Friends and family will be received on Sunday, February 15, 2026, from 1-3 PM and 5-7 PM at Thompson-Miller Funeral Home, Inc., 124 E. North Street, Butler, PA 16001.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, February 16, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. at All Saints Parish- St. Conrad Roman Catholic Church, 125 Buttercup Road, Butler, PA 16001, with Rev. Kevin Fazio officiating. All guests are asked to please meet at the church.
In lieu of flowers, kindly consider memorial contributions in Chris’ name to Thompson-Miller Funeral Home Inc., 124 E. North St., Butler, PA 16001 to help the family with their costs.
All who knew Chris are encouraged to share memories and upload photos to his unique remembrance page at www.thompson-miller.com.