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Christopher Dow Obituary

Christopher S. Dow
Virginia Beach - Christopher Scott Dow, 30, of Virginia Beach, VA passed away peacefully on February 18, 2013. A native of the Tidewater area he was born at Portsmouth Naval Hospital on October 28, 1982. A lover of fine food fare, Xbox, his family and friends and anything fun… he is the "DaBombDow". In 2001, he graduated salutatorian with honors from Fork Union Military Academy in Charlottesville, VA and in 2010, received his Bachelor in Arts in Religious Studies from University of Virginia. Chris was employed by Premier Appraisal Group in Chesapeake, Virginia. Chris had a generous and loving spirit, an infectious laugh and a sarcastic wit that was loved by most and which always came from the heart.
Chris is survived by his parents Scott Vincent Dow and his wife Patty of Clinton, CT, his mother Julia A. Hillier of Virginia Beach and his sister Mary Reedy and her husband Mark Reedy and three nieces, Madison, Hanna, and Natalie Reedy all of Jackson Mississippi, his maternal grandparents, Charles and Jean Geddes of Milford, CT, his paternal grandparents George Dow of CT and Shirley Sullivan of Virginia Beach VA, his uncles John Geddes, Charles Geddes and wife Dee, his aunt Isabel Debowski, her husband Derek and cousins Derek and Anna, his aunt Jane Youngblood and his cousin Joseph, aunt Patricia German and her husband Ian and their children Drew, Rachel, and Charlie, aunt Kelly Bob, her husband John and three cousins Samantha, Andrew and Emily. His step-sister Amy Wiltsie, and step-brothers TJ Doherty Jr. and Patrick Doherty. In addition, Chris had an extended family of great aunts and uncles, and several cousins and friends throughout the United States and Europe.
Funeral arrangements are with the HD Oliver Funeral Apartments Laskin Road Chapel, 2002 Laskin Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23454. Calling hours for family and friends will be Friday, February 22, 2013 from 6-8 p.m. at the Laskin Road Chapel. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 11 a.m. in the same location.
"Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind. - Dr. Seuss"
Online condolences may be sent to hdoliver.com

Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Feb. 21, 2013.
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want to send condolences from Jason and Kelly Fisher and the rest of the Fisher family that use to live across the street from you guys on Gladstone Dr and had fun with Chris and Mary and enjoyed the friendship of Dow family in back in the 1980's I am sad to hear of the loss of Chris and wish you the best.

Jason Fisher

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May 25, 2021

I'm so sorry to hear this. Chris was a great guy with a big heart. I'll always remember his laugh and sense of humor. He'll be missed very much.

R C

March 12, 2013

My condolences to the family. I am sorry to read of your loss. May the Almighty God (Psalm 83:18) comfort you during this difficult time.

February 28, 2013

Dear Dow family,
I know how much you loved your son and brother, and from listening to Mary share family stories he must have been a remarkable man. I hope knowing how special he was will be a comfort to you all.

Bobbi Ford

February 23, 2013

Scott, Julie, & family,

We are all very sorry for your loss. Our time on this earth is short, and even though we will all be in a better place someday along with Chris, it is in the meantime we must remain strong.

February 23, 2013

I know that there are no words that can ease the pain of loosing someone so beloved. Christopher touched many lives and is greatly missed. May the God of all comfort be with you during this time of grief. John 6:40 assures us that we will see our loved ones again.

J K

February 23, 2013

We're very sorry for your loss, It's no words in this time can heal your heart. Our prayers are for you and your son's familiy

Benito and Norma Serrano

February 22, 2013

Chris was one of the best and favorite of the thousands of students I have taught. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.

Dennis Brown

February 22, 2013

Julia , I am so sorry to hear about Christopher. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family.

Sandra Whalen

February 22, 2013

Dear Dow family,
You all are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of grief. May God's Spirit provide you comfort and healing in the days ahead. We love you!

Kimberly Reedy

February 21, 2013

I have known Scott and his parents and sister forever. I remember when Christopher was born. I'm so very sorry and wish I could be there. I pray for all of you for strength, courage, and peace. Love to you all. The Devan/Tunney family

Jill Devan Tunney

February 21, 2013

Scott I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayer's, again I am so sorry :-(
Your friend from Beach General

Charlene White

February 21, 2013

Dear Scott, Patty, Julie, Mary and entire Dow Family,
We are so sorry for your loss, there are no words.... Please accept our deepest condolences.
With our heartfelt sympathy,

Lori & Tony Peterson

Lori Peterson

February 21, 2013

Thinking of you all at this sad time!...Have extra special memories of being in USA with all you guys, I remember the fun times at Aunt Jean and Uncle Charlies dive bombing in the pool with ' the toothless wee dude ' :-) the fun times in Virginia with me and Dad having a fabulous BBQ....Rest in peace Chris, til we all meet again! Xxx

Laureen Milligan

February 21, 2013

Mary my prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy for the loss of your brother.

Constanza Pierre

February 21, 2013

My prayers to the family. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Maha and Jeffrey Buchholz

February 21, 2013

Dear Scott, Patty, Mary & family, Our deepest heartfelt sympathay to you. We never had the pleasure meeting Christopher personally, but surely know through his loving family, he was an awesome son, brother, uncle and friend. No words can console you, but cherish the memories of Christopher....they are yours forever. Sending our love, strenght and prayers, Patti Joy and Jerry

February 21, 2013

Gone to soon Chris!!
May you rest in sweet peace and in good company. We love you and pray you will carry on as guardian angel to your entire family.

Amy Wiltsie

February 21, 2013

It was a privilege to coach Chris for four years at FUMA. He was a big part of much of the success here at the time. We were equally proud of him after his time at FUMA. The Dow family is in our prayers.

Winston Brown

February 21, 2013

We are so very sorry for your lose! Just heart breaking. Chris had such a beautiful smile that I will never forget. I know that came from his mom! We are just heart broken for the entire family. There are no words....just sending love and prayers to all of you. We will see you soon! Just so heart breaking! Rest in peace sweet boy!! xoxo

February 21, 2013

To all of Chris's family and friends, I send you my condolences. Chris was my "little brother" in our fraternity at UVA and also my college roommate for one year back in 2002-03. As this obituary states, he truly had an infectious laugh and I can still picture him cooking us some awesome late night snacks on random nights in our kitchen. May you rest in peace Chris.

Mike Shen

February 20, 2013

I am so very sorry for your loss. I remember Chris so well while he was a cadet at FUMA. A brilliant mind and great personality. May God grant you comfort at this very difficult time.

Beverly Hanlin
Registrar
Fork Union Military Academy

Beverly Hanlin

February 20, 2013

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