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JOSEPH CHRISTOPHER Obituary

A private graveside service will be held for DR JOSEPH THEOPHILUS CHRISTOPHER, beloved husband of Marlene Christopher and loving father of Aron (Stacy), Tarik (Elaine) and Galen (Sarah) of Warwick Parish. A memorial service celebrating his life is being planned for a later date. Relatives and friends may wish to make a donation in Joseph's memory to The Salvation Army ATTN: Capt Dwayne Barnes, 10 North St, Hamilton, HM 17 (or online transfer to HSBC Acc. No. 010202539 001 ref: TSA NSCC).Joseph is survived by his grandson Jarhlene; siblings Marion Matthew and Wentworth (Betty) Christopher; sisters-in-law; Eunice and Kathy Christopher; Donna (Kirk) Christopher-Peets and Sharon Hutchinson; as well as numerous other relatives and friends.He was predeceased by his parents Egbert and Ismay Christopher, parents-in-law Charles and Lenora Hutchinson; siblings Ismay, Boyson (Hazel), Egbert, Ellsworth and Calvin Christopher; nephew Jason Matthew; and nieces Valerie Simons and Rochelle Christopher.Due to the current Covid 19 Regulations and the Department of Health requirements, social distancing, the wearing of masks and a limit of 20 persons attending must be observed.Condolences may be shared through www.bulley-graham.bmBulley-Graham-Rawlins Funeral Home and Cremation Services
Published by The Royal Gazette from Apr. 7 to Apr. 8, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for JOSEPH CHRISTOPHER

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April 8, 2021

Condolences to the Christopher family from Leola, Denise and Devon Davis. May God comfort you at this difficult time and always.

April 7, 2021

To Marlene and family, my deepest condolences. Cherish all the great memories to carry you through this trying time. He is to well loved to ever be forgotten.

SHAHIDAH SALAAM

April 7, 2021

To Marlene and family, I send my deepest and most sincere condolences to you in the loss of your beloved Joe. May God continue to bless you and your family at this time. Kindest regards. Shahidah

Patrice (Francis) Tucker

April 7, 2021

Deep condolences to the Christopher family.
Dr. Christopher was the best principal at Sandys Secondary School. He will be greatly missed.

Shawne, Laurita, Dawnette Stephens and family

April 7, 2021

To Mrs. Christopher and family, deepest condolences on the passing of your loved one.

We pray that God will give you strength to get through this difficult time.

May the memories of good times shared together help lift your spirits and bring you peace and a smile when needed.

God Bless!

Gary and Janet Dublin

April 7, 2021

To Wenty and Betty. Our sincere condolences on the lost of your dear brother. Dr. Christopher was such a wonderful person. May he rest in peace. Our prayers are with you.

Alton Wilson

April 5, 2021

To Mrs. Marlene Christopher and family,

On behalf of the management and staff at Airserv Limited,we would like to extend our sincere condolences for your loss.

As a customer and friend of ours at Airserv, we will remember Dr. Christopher fondly.He was a pleasure to know.

We will continue to uphold you and your family in prayer.

Sincerely,

Alton Wilson
Owner and Operator
Airserv Limited

April 2, 2021

To Marlene, family and friends my sincere condolences of your loved one, Dr. Christopher. Blessings of peace and comfort to you!
Marcia Trott

April 1, 2021

Dear Mrs. Marlene Christopher and Family, I'm so very sorry for your loss. He was such a wonderful and kind gentleman. Thinking of you all, Libby Cook-Toppan

Karen Trott

March 31, 2021

To The Christopher Family. Dr. Christopher was a Principal of mines at Sandys Secondary. He was such a gentle soul but don't mess about. When it was time for business, he meant it. Dr. Christopher came to my rescue many years ago in my early days of teaching. If I ever had a question or concern, I could go knock on his door, and I am thankful for that. I do recommend to all EDUCATORS and PARENTS to read Dr. Christopher's book, "A Ramdom Walk Through the Forest." Trust me, you will be enlightened. We need to have a book club started and the first book to read and share is Dr. Christopher's. He would love it!!! Take Care, Be Blessed and Know it is hard to say GOODBYE! Karen Trott

Melodye Micere Van Putten

March 31, 2021

Dear Marlene,
Please accept our sincere condolences.
Carvel and Melodye Micere Van Putten

Dr. Shangri-La Durham-Thompson

March 31, 2021

To Mrs. Marlene Christopher and family,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of our loved one. Dr. C was an exceptional leader. I was blessed to have worked directly with him for over eight years and can attest that he was dedicated, kind, and always considerate. He has left us with an invaluable educational resource in his book, A Random Walk through the Forest. He will live through this work, and so although he will be missed, he will never be forgotten. Rest in peace, my friend.
With great respect and affection
Shangri-La (Julia Durham) & family

Sandra ARMSTRONG

March 31, 2021

To Marlene and Family our sincere condolences go out to you all, we know it is difficult at this time but his memory will always be there as time heals all wounds. May the lord enfolds the family with his love during your grief

Ronnie Burgess

March 30, 2021

Dr. Christopher was a Principal that really cared about students, I can remember students being expelled from other high schools that he was happy to have enrolled at Sandys Secondary. He was kind and gentle, I offer my condolences to his entire family. May he S.I.P.

Former Student

The Bannisters Bermuda/ Barbados

March 30, 2021

To Marlene and family,
You have our deepest condolences on the loss of my former principal of Sandys Secondary School and your beloved.
May he rest in peace.

Melvyn Bassett

March 29, 2021

To Marlene, sons and daughters- in -law of Dr. Joseph. I wish to offer my sincere condolences for your loss. Bermuda has als lost a great educational leader and author.
Dr. Melvyn Bassett

Wolde Selassie and Wolete-Sion

March 29, 2021

Our sincere condolences to the entire Christopher family. Our prayers are with you. Peace and love

Pamela (Maybury) Richardson

March 28, 2021

Dr.C is very close to my heart. I was a behaviour therapist based at the old wing of the hospital, working with secondary time-out students.I was sick one morning, admitting myself to the hospital. Kind Dr.C.left his job and came to see how one of his employees was doing . That type of kindness remains with me FOREVER. To Dr.C's family: Condolences. Education has lost a great man!!!May God's peace be with each of you!

Roy Butler & Family

March 27, 2021

Dr. Christopher was my inspiration at Sixth Form Center and the sole reason I pursued a degree in physics. My condolences to his family. Rest In Peace.

Brenda White Class of 67

March 25, 2021

The best Math teacher. Dr.Joseph was a no-nonsense teacher at Berkeley in the early 60's. Whenever he walked into the classroom his aura just demanded respect. Condolences to his wife Marlene and all the Christopher family. It was a pleasure to have known him.

Italian Sousa

March 25, 2021

To Aunt Marlene and Family.

We send our prayers and heartfelt condolences your way. May The Father who art in heaven fill your cup with much peace, love and joy during this time. Uncle Jo, Dr. Christopher, was an excellent, strict, but compassionate school principal at Sandys Secondary School. He always displayed a cheerful smile when he saw me throughout the walls of Sandys. What a privilege and honour to have escorted him and aunt Marlene on many cruises and tours around the world (Russia, Italy, Spain, France, Greece, Croatia, just to name a few). He will be greatly missed. Italian and Peter Sousa, Marguerite O'loughlin and family.

Kevin Mayall

March 25, 2021

Mrs. Christopher, Tarik and family, my deepest condolences to you at this sad time.

Jennifer Hedges

March 25, 2021

Heartfelt condolences to you Marlene and the rest of the family. May your many great memories sustain you during this difficult time.

March 25, 2021

My heartfelt condolences to you Mrs. Christopher and the rest of the family. May the many memories sustain you during this difficult time.

Tonya

Barbara Cooper

March 25, 2021

A true son of the soil. He will be sorely missed by all whose lives he touched so profoundly. My sincere condolences go out to his family.

Peggy Evans

March 25, 2021

To Marlene and family ,my sincere condolences to you all on the passing of your loved one. I know it is difficult at this but his cherished memory will sustain as time heals all wounds; may the Lord enfold the family with his love during your grief.

John Adams

March 25, 2021

Mrs. Christopher,

Please accept my condolences. He was truly a gentleman and a scholar, I feel honoured to have known him. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Heather Whalen

March 25, 2021

My sincerest condolences to you and your family Mrs Christopher. Dr Christopher was a brilliant light in the world of education; and Bermuda was blessed as a result of his dedicated service to the educational system. He was my Physics Teacher many years ago at The Berkeley Institute. He was indeed a highly respected educator. I pray that God will give you and your familyHis peace;; and hope that your fond memories will comfort you in the days and months ahead.

Juliette Pitt

March 25, 2021

To the Family

Sending condolences and remembering your loved one. Dr. Christopher served us well in education. May God bring you peace and comfort at this time.

Calvin Swan

March 25, 2021

Condolences to you and the boys Aunt Marlene from Cal Swan

Calvin Swan

March 25, 2021

Calvin Swan

Campbell & Judy Simons

March 25, 2021

Marlene and family, we send our sincere condolences with Joe's passing. Our love and prayers are with you all

Noel Simons

March 25, 2021

My condolences to the family and friends. " Joe Chris " as we fondly remember him as Prefect at Berkeley was always a very quiet but real mode . Glad to have rubbed shoulders with him

Rev. Dr. Lorne & First Lady Rochelle Bean

March 25, 2021

Dear Christopher family:
We are saddened by Dr. Christioher's passing. We can only hope that your grief will be partially comforted by the knowledge that we are thinking of you.

Al Eastmond

March 24, 2021

Rest peacefully Joe. A life well lived and an example much appreciated. Wenty pass my condolences to the families.

Julianna Stovell

March 24, 2021

I was saddened to hear of Dr. Christopher's death and my heartfelt condolences go out to Mrs. C. and the entire Christopher family. Dr. Christopher was well respected and loved by many and he will be missed by all who knew him. I pray that God will give you strength family during your time of bereavement. He has served well and has left his mark in his island home Bermuda. Continue to hold on to the wonderful memories that will keep you close and always 'Keep the Faith'. May He Rest In Peace.

Much love

Judith Lawrence

March 24, 2021

Condolences to you Mrs. Christopher and sons. I worked under Dr. C. (as most called him) at the Department of Education, he was my boss, the best. We shared a birthday, mine being one day before his. When I became ill years ago he called me with his words of comfort and just last year when I loss my sister he once again called and left me a voice message with his condolences, such a wonderful man. It was a pleasure working all those years with him at the Department of Education. RIP Dr. C.

Betty Raynor & family

March 24, 2021

To Marlene and family, my condolences as you walk through the loss of your beloved. May you know Our Heavenly Father walks with you in comfort. God bless, as I will continue to hold all in prayer.

Donna Foggo

March 24, 2021

Dr. C was the best person to work for; he was one of the most kind and understanding people I have ever come into contact with; especially as an employer, its almost unheard of. I talked about his kindness to others for years after leaving Dept. of Education, and most recently to my son. Such an intelligent and humble person that will never be forgotten. It hurts my heart to write this; RIP Dr. C

Crystal Burgess

March 24, 2021

I worked with Dr. Christopher many year ago. He was a very smart man who did not take well to nonsense! A piece of advice he once gave me was to 'Know what you want to get out of a conversation or situation.' So simple yet so effective!

Sincere condolences to you Mrs. Christopher and your family. Your husband was a wonderful man. May he Rest in Peace.

Janet Dublin

March 24, 2021

Marlene, our heartfelt condolences to you and family for the lost of your dear husband. Our prays are with you.

March 24, 2021

His spirit lives on is us all.

March 24, 2021

This is a very sad day for me, the family and the entire Department of Education family whom had the highest of respect for my Dr. C.

As you know my Dr. C. meant the world to me and will miss him dearly.

RIP my job father.

Sarah Gill Thompson

March 24, 2021

Dear Mrs. Christopher, please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely

Carolyn Pemberton

March 24, 2021

To Marlene & Family,
My sincere condolences to you all. May you find comfort and be at peace during this difficult time. Joe fought a good fight...

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for JOSEPH CHRISTOPHER

Mar

26

Visitation

12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

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Apr

8

Funeral service

2:00 p.m.

The funeral service will be broadcasted via Zoom on Thursday April 8, 2021 at 2 pm.

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