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John Harris CHRISTOPHER John Harris Christopher died Wednesday, April 13, 2011 at Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie, New York, surrounded by family. John was born on May 26, 1928 in Seattle, Washington to Dr. Harris and Mary Henderson Christopher. He married Ann Frost on June 12, 1953 at Church of Epiphany Episcopal Church in Seattle. Survivors include his wife Ann at home in Poughkeepsie; their daughters and spouses, Susan and Tim Roberts of Telford, TN, and Barbara and Jim Monserud of Lafayette, CO; two grandchildren, Joshua Roberts of Perry, FL, and Charity Johnson and her husband, Robert of Roan Mountain, TN; and three great-grandchildren, Hannah and Marcus Roberts, and Lucas Johnson. There will be no calling hours. A memorial service will be held on Monday, April 18, 2011 at 11 a.m. at Zion Episcopal Church, 12 Satterlee Place in Wappingers Falls; the Rev. Jean Campbell will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Zion Episcopal Church, 12 Satterlee Place, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590 or a charity of your choice. To send the family a personal condolence, please visit our website at www.StraubCatalanoHalvey.com.

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Published by The Seattle Times on Apr. 15, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for John Christopher

12 Entries

Renee Marchant

May 6, 2011

I am so saddened to hear of John's passing. I had the opportunity to know him for the last dozen years through ice skating. He was so kind, fun and just a great person to know. I appreciate the time I was able to know him... even skated on the adult team with him. Praying for your family.

Jen Milano

April 19, 2011

My heart is deeply grieved to hear of John's passing. I knew him from Ice Time when I was a coach there. He was such a gentle soul, an absolute pleasure to be around, always brings smiles to people's faces, a genuine angel on this Earth. What a pleasure it was to know him and I pray his family is comforted during this difficult time. Warmly, Jen Milano (Pittsboro, NC)

April 18, 2011

We are shocked and saddenedto learn of johns passing The world has lost a giant of a man We owe him for all he did for Judy music track swimming et al thank you is inadequate. Judy and Gert Nutter RALEIGH NC

TOM & LIL FINNEGAN

April 18, 2011

WE WERE SORRY TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF JOHN. WE LIVED ON LINCOLN DRIVE FROM 1984-2000. JOHN AND I BOTH WORKED FOR IBM. WE NOW LIVE IN FLORIDA AND ENJOY THE QUIET LIFE.
MAY HE HAVE A SAFE JOURNEY HOME AND
REST IN PEACE
TOM AND LIL FINNEGAN

chris bowman

April 18, 2011

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Margo Mankus

April 17, 2011

I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. Please accept my deepest condolences. I knew John from skating at Ice Time. His friendly, warm nature always made me smile.

Rabiya Ali

April 16, 2011

I was just thinking fondly of John a few days ago and how his kind and gentle smile helped me start my musical journey. When I was a timid teenager playing guitar for the first time with a group of seasoned musicians, John coaxed me into singing a duet with him (a Beatles song), and I remember how wonderful it felt to play with another musician, and not at all scary, as I had imagined it would be! I think of that moment of joy often, every time I am nervous about playing with people who I find intimidating. I have a performance tonight that I have been nervous about for days, and that's why I've been thinking of John a lot lately. Tonight I will sing and play with all my heart, in memory of his gentle, smiling spirit.

K. Harrison

April 16, 2011

My deepest sympathies go out to the Christopher Family during this most difficult time of loss. May the words found at Isaiah 61:2 bring you comfort.

Patrick Daley

April 15, 2011

Dear Ann and family, I was stunned and saddened to hear of John's passing. Many great stories of John have come to mind today. Please allow me to share my favorite. One day a number of musicians met to practice for a coffeehouse gig at our friend's house. John had never been there before and was last to arrive. The 2 cats of the house were very shy, especially around crowds, and it was particularly crowded that day. Yet as soon as John sat down, the cats appeared from nowhere. One jumped on his lap, and the other curled around his leg. They never met John before, they hadn't even poked their heads out for any of the rest of us... but they knew John immediately. And they were right. We were all nice enough, but John was something way above that, and the cats just knew. Of course he had that magic with people too, and I consider myself very blessed to have known him. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Andrea Ball

April 15, 2011

Dear Mrs christopher and family i am so sorry to hear of john's passing he was such a great man the world has lost a very special person, we will miss him dearly.
Andrea Ball President of the Hudson Valley Figure Skating Club, Newburgh, NY

Helen Avakian

April 15, 2011

Dear Ann,
So very sorry to hear about John. He was such a joy to be with

Kimberley Carter

April 15, 2011

Dear Mrs. Christopher-
I was deeply saddened to learn today of John's passing. His coach, Missy, told me when came to the rink today. He was an inspiration to all of us adult skaters and he will be sorely missed. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

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