Christopher E. Stovall

I was just thinking of Mr. Stovall as I was looking at my son´s drum set, and thought I would do a quick search. So sorry to see that he passed. I took lessons from Chris at UNO when I was in middle school in the 80s. Such a great and inspiring teacher. He was able to take my raw talent and refine it to give me technique and precision that was second nature. I´ll never forget the day he came to my school and put on a show for the entire student body in the gymnasium. It was just him and a...

I took drum lessons from Mr. Stovall in the mid-60s at Hospe's music in downtown Bellevue. (He introduced me to Charlie Wilcoxon's 125 drum solos. What a wonderful man and teacher.

I just reminicing and randomly thought to Google Mr. Stovall as he was a teacher of mine in the late 90s. So sad to see he passed, and sad that it has been so long since checking in. He was so inspiring and had a way of making me want to work to be better -- and seek his approval! RIP, Sir!

I was one of Mr Stovall's students. I just found out he passed away and would like to tell your family how sorry I am. Mr. Stovall was the best drum teacher. He always had a joke about the shirt or hat I wore. I will miss him greatly.

I am so sorry I couldn't attend Chris' funeral. I think it was about April of 1966 when Bob took me to meet Chris, his roomie. Bob and I had just met and he wanted me to meet his best friends. We all had so much fun in those USAF Band days. What great friends both of your parents were to us. What great friends they remained. My sincere sypathies to all of you.

Chris was the best.
I think of him and things he taught me every time I play.
He was also one of the kindest men i ever met.
I will miss him, but he will always be a part of my music, and more importantly, a part of my life.

To the Stovall family-
I am so sorry for your loss, and I'm sorry for those of us that played with Chris. The only way to describe him is as a true gentleman. His kind heart and ever present smile will forever be missed.

I am very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this incredibly tough time. He was an amazing man and I feel blessed to have had the opportunity to know him and your family. While he will be missed, I know he will be watching over you all with love.

I am so sorry to hear of his passing. He was such a wonderful teacher and man. He touched so many lives. He wasn't just a band teacher, he was a counselor and friend to so many students. You have my deepest sympathies.