Christopher Syhlman, 47, of Clarinda, Iowa, (formerly of Dike, IA) passed on July 22, 2023 at Immanuel Hospital in Omaha. A gathering for friends and family will take place on Saturday July 29th from 2-5 at the City Park in Dike, Iowa.

Chris was born December 17th, 1975 to Arla-Beth and the late Donald “Dude” Syhlman. Chris was a graduate of Dike New Hartford in 1994 and worked as a CNC machinist for many years. He married Lisa Janssen. Together they had 2 girls; Sheldon and Cheyenne Syhlman. They later divorced. He enjoyed the great outdoors, especially hunting and fishing; the many dogs he had, spending time with his family and friends and teaching his girls to fish when they were very little.

Chris is survived by his 2 daughters; Sheldon and Cheyenne (Cody Koranda) Syhlman. His brother Kyler (Angela) Syhlman; his 2 nieces Kennedy and Josey, his nephew Waylon. His mother Arla-Beth Folkerts. And many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Chris was proceeded in death by Donald “Dude” Syhlman, Dale Folkerts, his grandparents, and a few aunts and uncles.