Christopher Eugene Mullins, 53, of Lyburn, WV, departed this life on March 10, 2025, at Cabell Huntington Hospital after a short illness.

He was born May 4, 1971, at Logan, WV, the son of Donavon Mullins and the late Bonnie Mullins.

In addition to his mother, he is preceded in death by his grandparents, Everett and Jean Mullins and Everett and Idelle Stanley; and one brother, Chad Mullins.

Chris was employed with Refab of Ethel, WV, for 25 years where he was a welder. During his employment, many co-workers became like family. Chris loved watching old westerns and sports, especially football. He was an avid outdoorsman and genuinely enjoyed life, especially after his granddaughter, Kynslee, was born. She was the light in Papaw’s eyes.

In addition to his father, Chris is survived by his fiancée whom he shared a life with for nearly 10 years, Melissa Cine of Lyburn, WV; his daughter, Julia Mullins of Kistler, WV; his son, Christopher Mullins of Verdunville, WV; his bonus son, Jordan Adams of Lyburn, WV; his granddaughter and pride and joy, Kynslee Brooks of Kistler, WV; his brother, Donavon “Boog”  (Jamie) Mullins of Earling, WV; one niece, Tessa (Zach) Urban and their children Levi and Laynie of Williamson, WV; three nephews, JD (Haley) Mullins and their daughter Oakley of Holden, WV, and Chad and Chase Mullins of Earling, WV. Additionally, Chris leaves behind a host of extended family and friends.

Visitation will be held Thursday, March 13, 2025, from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at the Bethlehem Freewill Baptist at Rita, WV.

To honor Chris's wishes, he will be cremated following the visitation.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Evans Funeral Home & Cremation Services at Chapmanville, WV.