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03/30/1969
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Christopher Huber Obituary
HUBER, Christopher R.
(Age 41)
Of Spokane, WA died March 23, 2011 in Coeur d'Alene, ID. He was born March 30, 1969 in Ridgewood NJ to Edward and Mary Huber. On August 10, 1997 he married Shellynne Whelan in Stockton, CA. They came to Spokane in 2006 from Fresno, CA. Christopher worked at St. Lukes Hospital in Spokane as an occupational therapist. He enjoyed surfing, water skiing boating, biking and hockey. Survivors include his wife Shellynne at home and two children Bailey and Savannah Huber. Other survivors include his parents, Edward Huber in Naples, FL and Mary Huber in Moorestown, NJ and a sister, Michele Huber in Pittsburgh, PA. Christopher is preceded in death by a sister, Kimberly Huber in 2002. Memorial services in Spokane will be held at a later date. Funeral services will be April 6th at Vander Plaat Funeral Home in Wyckoff, NJ with visitation on April 5th from 7-9 pm. Burial to follow at Mary Rest Cemetery in Mahwah, NJ. Memorials may be made to the Bailey & Savannah Huber Scholarship Fund at 811 W. 21st Ave. Spokane, WA 99203. Visit Christopher's on-line memorial at
belltowerfuneralhome.com. BELL TOWER FUNERAL HOME, Post Falls, ID in care of local arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Huber
Siobhan Milde
April 26, 2011
To All of Chris' friends and family - very sorry to hear about your loss. Chris was always a very nice guy in high school and sounds like he continued to be one from the posts. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Adam Quarles
April 11, 2011
I worked at SLRI for some time with Chris. He was always such an amiable person. Kind, fun and easy to work with. He will be missed by everyone.
April 11, 2011
Very sorry to hear about your loss. We fondly remember Chris here in Fresno at San Joaquin Valley Rehabilitation Hospital. Praying for you and your family for strength and eventual peace during this difficult time. Mary Jo Jacobson
Jesse Baird
April 5, 2011
We were very sorry to hear that Chris passed away. He was a good friend and we will miss him. Our thoughts are with your family.
J and S. Watson
April 5, 2011
" Christopher was the perfect next door neighbor - always so friendly, kind, and caring. He was often ready with a helpful hand and smile. We miss him, and will always remember the humanity that he shared, and the love that he brought to our community. Our heartfelt sympathies to his family."
The Watsons (Spokane, Washington)
Sarah Whelan
April 5, 2011
We are heart broken for your loss. At one of the most difficult times in your life our hope is that your faith and love from your family and friends will help ease your pain. Know that we are keeping all of you in our thoughts.
Jann Manifesto
April 3, 2011
We are so sorry about Chris's passing. His sparkling eyes, beautiful hair and great smile will always be remembered. Please know we are praying for strength and peace now and forever. Love ya', Jann
The Voorhees-Eliasons
March 30, 2011
To all of Chris's family and friends,
Please know that we are so sorry for your loss. We hope you can find some solace in your many wonderful memories of Chris and the positive influence he had on so many people.
With sympathy,
Patty Cooke John Benkert
March 29, 2011
We will miss Chris always. May you find comfort and strength in the support of your friends and family.
Lisa Moore
March 29, 2011
I too will always have found memories of Chris. He will be greatly missed. With sympathy,
Judy Miller
March 29, 2011
I always enjoyed working with Chris. We shared funny kid stories and talked about family camping trips. He was always a hard worker and a positive coworker. I want to let you know that I'm thinking about your family.
Michele, James, Frankie, and Giana Gehr
March 28, 2011
Family gatherings just won't be the same without your smile and wit. We will miss you Chris.
Katy Frankenfield
March 28, 2011
I'll miss talking to Chris about all the OT students that he has mentored. Student's were always positive about their experience with him. My thoughts and prayers are with his friends and family.
Kristen Dahlgren
March 28, 2011
My entire family has such fond memories of Chris as he was growing up, and our hearts are with your family now as you mourn his loss. Know that he touched many lives, and you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Liz and Jeff Wilson
March 28, 2011
Sending our thoughts and love to you and your family. May the love of friends and family help carry you through your grief.
Sean Bresnahan
March 28, 2011
Chris will be sorely missed. He was a wonderful person and a great soccer coach to many young boys who looked to him for inspiration. We send our love and prayers to his family, especially Shellynne, Bailey and Savannah.
Patty Cooke John Benkert
March 27, 2011
We love you.
Steve Christiansen
March 27, 2011
Chris was a great guy. Always cracking the rest of us up in the hockey locker room. His smile and fun poking will be missed by all of us who loved being his team mate. Very sad to hear about all of this. We are all very sorry for your loss and ours.
Kris Post
March 27, 2011
Chris was such a sweet neighbor. He was always friendly and kind, especially to my daughters. We will miss seeing him out in the yard, or heading out for a bike ride. We are sending good vibes to the entire Huber family. We're so sorry for your loss.
Wendy Lomax
March 27, 2011
Chris was a really great guy. I enjoyed working with him at St. Lukes. He will be missed greatly by everyone that knew him. My prayers and thoughts go to him and his family.
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