Chad T. Petrofsky, Age: 33
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Dec 21, 1990---Aug 15, 2024

Chad T. Petrofsky, 33, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 15, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. 

Chad was born alongside his twin brother Jason to Rich and Helen Petrofsky on December 21, 1990 in St. Louis, Missouri. At an early age, he took off running, and he never stopped. Sports were where he shined, and he excelled on every field, court, and track that he stepped on. His passion and fandom for the Rams and Mizzou Tigers were unmatched his whole life. As a child, his grandparents called him their "Little Bobby Costas" because he could comment on every aspect of every sport. The only thing he loved as much as sports as a kid was doting on his younger sister Emma. 

For college, Chad decided to attend Truman State University in Kirksville, MO because that meant he could run track and cross country. While there, he met his wife Amanda (Robison). They had a whirlwind romance after being friends for a year and a half. He charmed her with his matzo ball soup and willingness to meet her large extended family at Easter Mass all before going on an official first date to a rap concert. 8 months later they were engaged, and as soon as she finished student teaching, they married on January 2, 2016. 

What Chad loved most in life was being a father to his three children—Leo (6), Cooper (4), and Avery (1). He knew just how to make them laugh, and each of them inherited his best traits as they have his big heart, determination, and passion. Whether it was watching sports, running, doing yoga, mowing the yard, shaving his face, or cooking, the kids always wanted to be right beside him doing whatever it was too. Leo is his spitting image and has his sharp memory, Cooper has his sense of humor, and Avery has his sense of intuition.

Chad is survived by his wife, Amanda; their three children, Leo, Cooper, and Avery; his parents, Rich and Helen; his twin brother, Jason (Sarah); and his sister, Emma. He is also survived by his grandparents Dick and Martha Stuber and Marlene Petrofsky. Additionally, he is survived by his in-laws, Jerry, Mary Ann, Andrew, Michael (Jori), Daniel (Jen), and Nicholas Robison and many members of his extended family. Chad was preceded in death by his grandfather, Leonard Petrofsky. 

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, August 19th at Curé of Ars Catholic Church, 9405 Mission Road, Leawood, KS at 10:30 a.m. A luncheon and reception will be held following the service in the Curé of Ars Parish Activity Center. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials in Chad’s name to the Make-a-Wish Foundation or to the GoFundMe hat was started to support his children.

 

 


Condolences

Rebecca and Tim Randolph Aug 15, 2024

Friends of Aunt Becca and Uncle Don ,Tulsa ,Oklahoma

Helen and Rich, our sincerest condolences to you and your family. We are thankful we got to spend a few holidays with Chad and your family. Our love, Tim and Rebecca Randolph

Karen Klingler Aug 15, 2024

Friend of mother Helen ,St. Louis ,Missouri

I have no words to adequately express the deep feelings of sorrow over Chad’s passing. I am praying for your family as you celebrate his life and grieve his preemptive death. I am thinking of all of you with sincere condolences Karen

Sue and Jay Martin Aug 15, 2024

Friend ,Barto ,Pennsylvania

Amanda, We are so sorry to hear about Chad. May you find peace and comfort in your wonderful memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your beautiful family. Sincerely, Sue and Jay Martin

Brandi Sanders Aug 15, 2024

None ,Kansas City ,Missouri

I'm so sorry for your loss. Prayers to the family during this difficult time. Chad is home and no longer in pain.. God Bless

Jeanne and Gerry Sander Aug 15, 2024

Friend ,Maryland Hts. ,Missouri

Helen and Rich, so very sorry for your loss. There are no words that can offer you comfort. We are praying for all of you, especially your daughter-in-law, and grandchildren.

Donna and Dave Lowry Aug 16, 2024

Friends ,Maryland Heights ,Missouri

Our sympathy and love to you all. You’re in our prayers. Donna and Dave Lowry

Craig Looney Aug 16, 2024

Friend ,Fenton ,Missouri

Rich and Helen, I did not know Chad, but he sounds like an amazing man! I am deeply Sorry for your loss. While he is no longer here in body, he is with you in spirit. Please try to remember all the beautiful times you had and carry those memories with you forever. I am hopeful that you can, in time, find peace. I am thinking of you all and praying for you.

Heidi ernst Aug 16, 2024

Neuroendocrine cancer widow ,Olathe ,Kansas

I feel your pain and even though we have never met we have mutual friends from your school. I have been following your story because I am your story. I lost my husband at 44, 2 years earlier to the same exact rare cancer. He sounds just like my husband being an avid runner and sports lover! Please know, I’m sure they met yesterday and went for a morning run together already both of them feeling amazing and racing each other and I completely understand how gross They are sweating when they finish! Dripping! My kids and I have had to learn to find the joy again, as I know you will too in time and keep living for him. I am always here, I will do anything to help you in the future as you navigate this horrible young widows club. Hugs to you and your kids, it will be ok in time, I promise.

Nancy Norfleet Aug 16, 2024

Friend ,Maryland Heights ,Missouri

Helen and family, I am so sorry to hear of Chad’s passing. I had no idea. Please accept my sincere condolences and know that you all, especially Chad and his sweet family, are in my thoughts and prayers.

Jacki Rosen Aug 16, 2024

Friend ,SAINT LOUIS

Helen and Rich, and family- I did not personally know Chad, but I do know he was an amazing man. I am so incredibly sorry for the loss of your son, husband, and father. Please accept our deepest condolences and know you are all in our hearts in the days ahead.

Theodora Savetz Aug 16, 2024

Friend ,New Port Richey ,Florida

To the Petfrofsky family:Sending you all hugs and prayers. Thank you for all that you did for the McKelvey staff and students. I hope all of you find peace. We never know when and where we will be called home to God. Chad, Jason,Emma, Helen and Mr. Petfrosky, I am glad that our lives crossed paths with each orher. Please extend condolences to Chad’s wife and children. Chad will be missed by family and friends. Teddy Savetz

Lisa Savel Aug 16, 2024

Work colleague ,Ballwin ,Missouri

Helen and Family- I’m gutted at the news of your son, Chad. Please know that I am thinking of you, feeling sorrow with you, and holding you in prayers. Lisa Savel

Cathy Harland Aug 16, 2024

Friend ,Maryland Heights ,Missouri

I’ve physically felt such heartache over Chad’s passing. It’s clear from what has been written about Chad, and from what has been shared over the years, that Chad was a special young man that blessed the lives of all he encountered. His passing will forever leave such a void, but I know he will continue to affect your lives in so many positive ways and through this impact he will live on. I join countless others in lifting you all up in prayer.

Carol Boriss Aug 16, 2024

Friend of Helen's ,Chesterfield ,Missouri

I'm a friend of Chad's mom. Over the last few difficult weeks you have showed what a loving and caring family you are. A model for all of us! Chad's life was way too short but he packed a lot in! When he died, he knew how much he was loved. I pray for your strength and peace.

Sara Stock Aug 16, 2024

Friend of Helen Petrofsky ,Maryland Heights ,Missouri

We are so sorry for your loss and are praying for your family.

Aileen Tucker Aug 16, 2024

Friend ,St. Louis ,Missouri

To you and your family Helen, my sincere condolences. I am so sorry to hear about Chad. Sending you hugs.

Donna Jahnke Aug 16, 2024

Colleague ,Saint Louis ,Missouri

Helen, What a remarkable young man you raised! Chad seemed to have an incredibly positive impact on all who had the pleasure of knowing him. My heart breaks for you and your family as you have lost him much too soon. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Donna

Kyle Tons Aug 17, 2024

Friend, school classmate ,Denver ,Colorado

Absolutely devastating news about Chad Petrofsky. I've known Chad and Jason, and their family for many years...be it through youth sports, school, and mutual friends. While I’ve definitely lost touch with both Chad and Jason over the years, I have very fond memories of Chad. Great athlete, smart as a whip...my favorite memory I'll cherish about Chad is in high school at Parkway North, not sure if it was our Junior or Senior years, but he and I, amongst many other PNH friends, were in the school's "Newspaper" class, called The Norsestar, as we were the Parkway North Vikings. The class and working on producing an actual school newspaper was pretty fun...some took it seriously trying to write interesting stories, practicing strong writing skills, etc. Some also secretly would use the desktop computers we had in front of us to play each other in video games, talking sports, etc. I did my best to have one foot in both "camps"...I would definitely take advantage sometimes of leaving the classroom during Lunch to go 'interview people" while my friends had their Lunch period...but then I also did my best to 'move up' in the high school newspaper, eventually becoming Editor of the Centerspread section of the Norsestar...boy was I stoked. I don't recall if this article was published in my section or elsewhere, but I have a fond memory of making an agreement with Chad to write an opinion story comparing Qdoba versus Chipotle. Now this was 2008, 2009 or somewhere around there...both restaurants popular, both still pretty new or young companies. Chad took the side of Chipotle while I was passionate in defending my favoritism towards Qdoba. For one, Qdoba had queso at the time, for free. Chipotle did not have queso at that time, and to be honest, that was probably my one and only qualified, strong argument. I don't particularly remember what Chad argued, but he and I spent a few weeks if not a month preparing an Opinion article comparing 2 TexMex restaurants. Again I don't really remember the article or who said what, but I'd like to go ahead and state that I think Chad 'won'. I think he had the better arguments in favor of Chipotle. Despite our attempt to light fires underneath the Parkway North student population on this pressing debate, I don't remember it making waves in the Vikings-community. I enjoyed getting to 'argue' against Chad for that newspaper article. In fact, I'd like if I could speak to him now, I'd like to admit to Chad..."hey Chad, will miss you man. Just wanted you to know I 100% conceded and am 100% in favor of Chipotle over Qdoba. No thanks to you, but thought you should at least know. Rest easy Chad, RIP.

Laurie & Charlie Eschmann Aug 18, 2024

Neighbor of Helen & Rich ,Maryland Heights ,Missouri

Dear Helen & Rich, Our sincerest condolences on the loss of Chad. Our hearts are broken for you. He was such a wonderful young man. Praying for God’s love & healing for you, and your beautiful family Charlie & Laurie Eschmann

Zach Greene Aug 20, 2024

Neighbor/Childhood Friend ,St. Louis ,Missouri

To the Petrofsky Family, My heart broke when my mom shared the news over dinner last week, and I haven't stopped thinking about you all since. Although I have lost touch with Chad and Jason over the years, I was beyond fortunate to spend key years of my childhood with them in Polo Parc, namely hanging out in their backyard playing every sport imaginable, and in the Petrofsky basement, as Helen and Rich put up with our craziness. I would do anything to go back and play one more game of home run derby in the backyard again with the boys. Our neighborhood was our family back in the good ole' days, and it remains that way today. I was fortunate enough to see Helen and Rich at a memorial for our dear friend Lenny Canoy last year, where I learned about Chad's battle. Even though it was only through facebook, I was so happy to be able to send some messages back and forth with him and wish him the best. Chad, I know you're looking down on us right now brother, you were a special human being, please continue to shine your light down on us. My heartfelt condolences to the entire family. Much love, Zach Greene

Joe Freund Aug 29, 2024

Business ,St Louis ,Missouri

I just want to let you know how sorry I am For your family! Rich is my friend and kept me up to date On this awful journey! Sincerely, Joe Freund

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Event:
Funeral Mass
Location:
Cure of Ars Catholic Church
Address:
9405 Mission Road
City:
Leawood
State:
Kansas
Zip Code:
66206
Date:
Aug 19, 2024
Time:
10:30 AM
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