In Memoriam: Chris Laurice Pavey – A Respected Leader in the Repossession Industry
It is with a heavy heart that the repossession industry mourns the loss of AFA and Eagle XX member, Chris Laurice Pavey. Chris passed away on March 12, 2025, at the age of 62 at Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola, Florida. Chris dedicated his career in the collateral recovery profession as the owner of Grace Recovery Services, LLC, in Brewton, Alabama. His contributions left an indelible mark on the industry, blending professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to excellence.
1962 – 2025
Born on August 16, 1962, in Richmond, Virginia. Chris founded Grace Recovery Services in 2009, building it into a respected agency serving southwest Alabama and West Virginia. Under his leadership, Grace Recovery grew and earned a reputation for reliability among lenders and clients and reflected Chris’s dedication to industry standards.
A proud member of Eagle Group XX, Chris exemplified the high standards and camaraderie that defined his career. In 2016, he brought Grace Recovery Services into the Allied Finance Adjusters fold, further aligning his business with the industry’s oldest national trade association and reinforcing his commitment to ethical practices. Grace Recovery Services is co-owned by his daughter Krisanna Watts.
Beyond his professional achievements, Chris was a man of deep faith and family values, survived by his wife of 20 years, Celeste, six children, eleven grandchildren, his mother Carol, and five siblings. His legacy in the industry is matched by the personal impact he made on those around him, blending a firm belief in Jesus Christ with a passion for serving others—whether through recovering assets or supporting his community.
The repossession community extends its heartfelt condolences to the Pavey family and gratitude to Vitas Hospice Care, First Presbyterian Church, and others who supported Chris in his final days.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Paws Crossed in Brewton, Alabama, a cause close to Chris’s heart. Memorial services will be announced at a later date by Williams Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.
Read Chris’s Obituary Here
Chris Laurice Pavey’s departure leaves a void in the repossession industry, but his example of leadership, professionalism, and compassion will endure as a guiding light for years to come. Rest in peace, Chris.
Chris Pavey – AFA and Eagle XX Member Passes – Chris Pavey – AFA and Eagle XX Member Passes – Chris Pavey – AFA and Eagle XX Member Passes
Chris Pavey – AFA and Eagle XX Member Passes – Allied Finance Adjusters – AFA – Eagle Group XX – Eagle Group XX – Repossess – Repossession – Repossession Agency – Repossessor
Facebook Comments