Christopher Lawrence

Rimer

Christopher Lawrence Rimer, 73, of Shawnee, Oklahoma, passed away on September 14, 2026, in Odessa, Texas.

Funeral services will be held at 11 am on Saturday October 3rd, 2026 at Sunset Cemetery with Sunset funeral professionals officiating the inurnment.

Christopher was born on May 8, 1953, in Shawnee, Oklahoma, to Arthur Glen Rimer and Shirley Carole Rimer. He attended Permian High School in Odessa, Texas. On August 1, 1973, he married the love of his life, Vickie Smith, in Odessa, Texas, beginning a marriage that spanned more than five decades.

Throughout his career, Christopher worked for Citi Service, Occidental Petroleum (OXY), where he served as a Gang Pusher, and later at Whirley Fabrication in Odessa. He was known for his strong work ethic, dedication to his family, and willingness to help others.

Christopher was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur Glen and Shirley Carole Rimer, and his brother, Philliph Rimer.

He is survived by his loving wife, Vickie Rimer; his children, Carole Hoskinson and her husband, Zachary Hoskinson, and Conrad Rimer; his siblings, Cynthia Whirley, Darrell Rimer, and Diana Smith; and his cherished grandchildren, Brian Hoskinson, Makayla Hoskinson, Cierra Rimer, and Arron Rimer. With many loving nieces, nephews, extended family members

The family of Christopher wishes to extend their sincere gratitude to the staff of Home Hospice for the compassionate care and support provided during his final days.

Christopher will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew him. May his memory bring comfort to his family and friends for years to come.