Chris Kyle was a local. He graduated from Midlothian High School and then from Tarleton University. He entered the service and became Chief Chris Kyle, Navy Seal Sniper. He had the most confirmed kills in US Military history and wrote about his experiences in
American Sniper. After 10 years of service, he left the military and co-founded FITCO Cares Foundation to benefit wounded and disabled soldiers returning from combat. He also founded Craft International as a method by which to teach his skills to others in the military and law enforcement.
“I would love for people to be able to – when they think of me – think ‘Here’s a guy who stood up for what he believed in and helped make a difference for the vets.’”
– Chris Kyle, 1/28/2013
On February 2, 2013, Chris Kyle and his close friend and neighbor Chad Littlefield were killed by a troubled veteran whom they were trying to help. The whole incident was a tragedy and the loss is a blow to our community on so many levels
“Chris was a true American hero having devoted his adult life to serving his country in combat as a member of the U.S. Navy SEALs and in training our military and law enforcement personnel after leaving the Navy. Chris was also an extremely devoted family man – a wonderful husband and loving father. He gave so much of his time to charitable causes that assisted military personnel and their families and died while trying to help a struggling service member. We are all saddened by his tragic death. America lost one of its finest sons and a true patriot. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Kyle family"
– Steven Young, Craft International, CEO
God speed Chris.You are missed.