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SCHOEN-KIEWERT, Christopher Edward
Christopher Edward Schoen-Kiewert, 34, of Meriden, passed away July 23rd at Hartford Hospital. Born in Daytona Beach, FL, he was the beloved son of Nelty Duran-Curley of Portland and Christian Schoen-Kiewert of Chile. Chris lived in Middletown most of his life moving to Meriden eight years ago. He graduated from Cromwell High School and was managing partner and lead calibrator at EFI Logics in Bethel, CT. He was a leading contributor in his field and drew people in nationwide for both his vibrant personality and professional prowess. He had a passion for engines whether it was land or sea and whatever he did in life he always did it to the fullest. Besides his parents, he is survived by one sister, Nicole Schoen-Kiewert; his maternal grandmother, Lucia Guzman; paternal grandmother, Adriana C. Kiewert; two uncles, Erich Schoen-Kiewert and Carlos Duran; a step-father, Donald Curley of Portland; one step-brother Ryan Curley of Portland; one step-sister, Emily Curley of Portland; two godchildren, Isabella and Alessia; his girlfriend and love of his life, Danielle Tardif of Meriden; and many cousins, friends, colleagues, and The River Crew.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Pius X Church, 310 Westfield Street, Middletown on Saturday, July 28th, at 10 a.m. Interment will be at the convenience of the family. Friends may call at the Doolittle Funeral Home, 14 Old Church Street, Middletown on Friday evening from 4-8 p.m. and in lieu of flowers, may make donation's in honor of Chris's grandmother, Lucia Guzman to the Alzheimer's Association CT Chapter, 2075 Silas Deane, Suite 100, Rocky Hill, CT 06067. Messages of condolence may be sent to the family at www.doolittlefuneralservice.com.
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MKD
July 24, 2025
Will never forget that horrible day and the enormous aftermath - you didn't deserve it, you were very special. I hope you and the boys are having a good time. :) <3
Jason D
July 23, 2025
Think of you often, Chris. I will never forget you for the rest of my life.
MKF
December 6, 2024
Thinking of you on your birthday
Jason D
December 5, 2024
Happy birthday up above, Chris. I think of you often and am glad I was able to cross paths with you so many years ago. I will never forget you for the rest of my life.
MKD
July 24, 2024
Thinking of you today.
Jason D
July 23, 2024
I miss you and think of you often, Chris. I will never forget you for the rest of my life.
N.
April 12, 2024
Always miss your smile. <3
Jason D
April 11, 2024
Thinking of you today, my man. Miss you.
N
December 6, 2023
Thinking of you on your birthday Chris - thank you for sending the boys to us in a dream. <3
Jason D
December 5, 2023
Happy birthday up above, Chris. I will never forget you for the rest of my life.
Jason D
July 23, 2023
I miss you and think of you often, Chris. I will never forget you for the rest of my life.
Jason D
May 29, 2023
Was talking about you to a shared friend earlier today, Chris. Miss you, man.
Nora
December 6, 2022
Keep a close watch on my boys Chris.
Jason D
December 5, 2022
Happy birthday up above, Chris. I will never forget you for the rest of my life.
Lori
July 24, 2022
Still think of Christopher often and smile remembering all the good times.
Jason D
July 23, 2022
I miss you and think of you often, Chris. I will never forget you for the rest of my life.
Nora Fitzgerald Dudchik
December 6, 2021
Happy Heavenly Birthday Chris!
Jason D
December 5, 2021
Gone from my eyes, but not from my mind. Happy birthday, Chris.
Trust
December 7, 2020
I miss you bro.. Happy Birthday
December 6, 2020
Happy birthday up above!
Jason D
December 5, 2020
A birthday not celebrated with us in person, but I partied with you in my mind. Miss you, Chris.
Jason D
July 23, 2020
Think of you often, Chris. I will never forget you for the rest of my life.
July 23, 2020
Thinking of you today - our fun guardian angel!
December 31, 2019
Happy New Year in Heaven!
July 24, 2019
Remembering you with great affection.
Jason D
July 23, 2019
Still can't believe you are someplace else, Chris. I will never forget you for the rest of my life.
March 27, 2019
Thinking of you today Chris. Keep tuning up there! :)
July 24, 2018
Someone so large in life never diminishes even after it's over. Can't believe it's been six years.
Lori F
July 24, 2018
Thought of Chris a few times yesterday and smiled.
Jason D
July 23, 2018
Still think of you often and the laughs we shared. You were a wonderful human being. I will never forget you for the rest of my life.
December 7, 2017
Happy yesterday birthday Chris! Happy tuning in Heaven! :)
Jason D
December 6, 2017
I hope there is a place after this life and that you are there, hung over from yesterday's party. Miss you, Chris.
July 24, 2017
5 long years without a special guy.
Jason D.
July 23, 2017
Been 5 long years since we last hung out. Still think of all the conversations and laughs we shared. I will never forget you for the rest of my life.
April 17, 2017
Miss your smiling face Chris!
December 6, 2016
Hope you had a good 'ol time up there yesterday!!
December 5, 2016
A milestone birthday not celebrated with us in person, but I keep you fresh in my mind everyday. Miss you, Chris.
-Jason
July 25, 2016
Chris, 4 long years without your great presence. Still felt, just in a different way. Keep watching over us all.
May 6, 2016
Thinking of you today - thinking of that smile!
Stacie Salce
September 15, 2015
Chris- I still think of you so often. I hope you are living large up there. The lord took two of my favorite ladies this year make sure you stop by to say hello :-) Miss you buddy
-Stac
September 14, 2015
Never forget!
July 23, 2015
Memory eternal
July 23, 2015
3 years - hard to imagine that wonderful smile is only now in photos and memories. But, they are great memories Chris! Smile on in heaven!
Jason
July 23, 2015
Chris, I will never forget you for the rest of my life.
August 2, 2014
Eternal flame burns for you
July 28, 2014
Sad anniversary. 2 long years. Watch over us all!
December 6, 2013
Happy birthday Chris. Wish you were still with us. So very sad. Life must move forward for us all. You are not left behind - you remain a presence.
December 5, 2013
Happy Birthday in heaven. Continue to watch over us all esp Danielle
Lori
November 21, 2013
Think of you all the time.
November 20, 2013
Thanks for taking care of my Riley until we meet again :)
September 29, 2013
Hey Chris. Keep helping Danielle to keep moving ahead. It is the only place she can go.
Jason
July 23, 2013
Chris, I will never forget you for the rest of my life.
July 22, 2013
Although you are in our thoughts every day today brings back all the memories of that nite a year ago. The pain is still sharp. We all gathered together yesterday trying to help each other cope with our loss. Please continue to watch over Danielle and help her to heal and begin to move forward. Love you
Kelly Tardif
June 26, 2013
I still think about you a lot. Love and miss you all the time! <3
May 30, 2013
Hi Chris - thinking of you during the start of the summer season. Keep your loving watch over Danielle - help her to begin to heal and move forward, she's stuck in neutral (and being a car guy, you would not want that!) :)
December 6, 2012
Remembering you on your birthday yesterday - yesterday and always.
Ann Marie Pascale
December 5, 2012
Happy Birthday in heaven
December 4, 2012
Happy Birthday in heaven. We all miss you so much. Please send Danielle the grace of peace
November 29, 2012
Thinking of you Chris - keep watching over Danielle - she loves you so.
September 28, 2012
You live on Chris - forever with us all.
August 30, 2012
RIP in Texas and forever.
August 21, 2012
To my Dear Grandson Christopher:
You left us at such a younger age and your parents, family, friends have been desolate since he day of your fatal accident. Our hearts are so sad, we will miss you so very much and there are no words to express our sadness. Now I can only cherish the unforgettable moments we spent together since your childhood when you went and spent your summers with us in Florida and especially precious are now the moments we spent together on your last trip to Texas. I will always remember the warmth of your hugs and your sweet smile, your beautiful eyes and your kindness. Rest in peace Dear Grandson and with all my love forever - GrandMa
August 17, 2012
I am so saddened by your departure. The lord wanted you more than all of us. Till we meet again old friend!
August 4, 2012
Nelty I am in total disbelief. Last time I saw Christopher he was so "little." You and your family have a special place in my heart. Be strong - tons of people are thinking of you. Jane Laczak
August 2, 2012
Chris, watch over Danielle - give her your strength and love forever from above.
Reza Hardjuni
July 30, 2012
Just heard the tragic news. I am so sorry for your tremendous loss. I've the privilege of knowing Chris, a funny ,helpful and caring person. My deepest sympathies and condolences to his family and friends . May good memories sustain you. Our thoughts, love , and prayers are with you all. Rest In Peace my Friend Kiewert..Take care
Marta Ortiz-Levesque
July 28, 2012
Dear Nelty and Nicole,
I heard the bad news of Christopher's accident and can't believe he is gone. I knew Christopher since he was a little boy and had nice memories of time spent with the family. I have not words to tell you how sad I am, you always have been in my mind. I wish God give you comfort and peace. Love you all.
Stacie and Lou Nistico
July 28, 2012
Chris was a great man and an icon in his field. He had a presence about him that always made u feel happy and welcome. Our thoughts and prayers are with his whole family. Rest with the good lord Chris.
Teri Gilnack
July 28, 2012
Nelty, Words can't express how deeply sadden I am to here of your son. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Chris will be your angel watching over you and your family.
Megan Uhlinger
July 27, 2012
Dear Nikki & Nelty,
There is little I can say that will ever fully express just how sorry I am to hear of Chris' passing. I know that you were the proudest little sister a brother could ever have. Although I cannot be there in person to express my sympathies, please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers daily. Love you Nik.
Jose Cruz
July 27, 2012
I want to send my deepest sympathies to Chris's family and friends as he will be missed by ALL.
The Cruz Family
Arace family
July 27, 2012
Schoen-Kiewert family:
Danielle's Ohio-based cousins met Chris over the holiday season last year. We can still see his smile.
amy caulkins
July 27, 2012
Nikki, my most heartfelt sympathies and thoughts are with you and your family. I never met Chris, but I know how deeply he was loved and how close you were. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Eric R
July 27, 2012
He was one of the nicest people you would ever meet. He took so much pride in what he did so incredibly well. To say he was genuine would be a huge understatement. Not only did the Subaru world lose such a legend, but the world loss a great man. RIP and good luck to all those at EFI.
Stephen Slotnick
July 27, 2012
I want to send my deepest sympathies to Chris's family and friends. Not only was he great to his family, but to the many people he only knew through his work, he has touched so many. Not one person whom I have ever spoken to has had anything negative to say about him and that shows with the level of support for him. I am proud to of known him for as long as I have and proud to be one of the original EFI customers. We will let his legacy live on in our cars that he proudly had in his shop and will cherish his legacy forever. Rest in peace my friend.
Stephen
Debbie Flynn
July 26, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss! Chris was such a great guy, who was loved by all that had the pleasure of knowing him! May your memories of him surround you, and comfort you during this difficult time.
Jane & Michael Foley
July 26, 2012
Dear Nelty, Don and Family,
Just heard the tragic news. We are so sorry for your tremendous loss. Although we did not have the privilege of knowing Chris, it sounds like he was an amazing young man. I know you all must be so heartbroken. May good memories sustain you. Our thoughts, love , and prayers are with you all. Take care
Michele Peters
July 26, 2012
Dear Nelty,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jason Stemmler
July 26, 2012
My deepest condolences to you all...So many great memories of Chris, its still hard to believe. So Sorry for your loss.
A Friend..
July 26, 2012
Chris will be remembered always as the kind, helpful and caring person that he was. Would do anything for a friend. My deepest sympathies and condolences to his friends, family, and Danielle during this difficult time. May he always be close to your heart and watching over you. Rest in peace Chris..
Joseph Boris
July 26, 2012
Dear Nelty and family, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Paola Houlihan
July 26, 2012
Nelty, I am very sorry about the lost of your son. Probably no words will make you feel better right at this moment. Your life will never be the same and it's going to feel like a little piece of you is gone.. for ever and it's probably correct but your son will be always with you no physical but spiritual in your life, will be your guardian angel. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of your family. Just remember always pray to God, HE will make you stronger. Hugs and kisses.
Kirk Valentine
July 26, 2012
Hi,my name is Kirk i must say that for the time that i jave known Chris i can say he is one of the most honest, kind and down to earth person that i have met in my life.you will forever be remembered in my life and everine that you have met.we will miss you Chris as we call him the magician of the car world.
Kirk Valentine
July 26, 2012
Hi,my name is Kirk i must say that for the time that i jave known Chris i can say he is one of the most honest, kind and down to earth person that i have met in my life.you will forever be remembered in my life and everine that you have met.we will miss you Chris as we call him the magician of the car world.
Nicky Amidon
July 26, 2012
Dearest Nelty and Family - I am very sorry for your loss. May God be with you all during this time to give you the strength that you need. You are in my prayers and thoughts. ~Nicky
Vanessa Botelho
July 25, 2012
Dear Nelty and Nikki,
I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Always cherish the memories and God Bless you both xoxo.
Geoffery Beeson
July 25, 2012
Chris was a good person who went out of his way to help others. We were able to have a professional relationship business to business with him and his team, and his professionalism was always beyond reproach. His place amongst friends and colleagues will always be immortalized not only because of his skills but because of the way he always helped those around him.
Keith Pryor
July 25, 2012
I am very saddened to hear of Mr. Shoen-Kiewert's passing. I went to high school with Chris and remember him well as a thoughtful, caring person.
Kerri Zadjura
July 25, 2012
Chris you will be missed.. I have so many memories from school..It was just a short time ago that I was going through some old pictures and came across our Holly Ball photo! "Only the good die young" My thoughts are with Chris's family.
Andrea Sanchez
July 25, 2012
Nelty, There are never enough sorrows or words of support when there is a loss this deep.-may God be with you and your family
Vikki Brothers
July 25, 2012
Nikki- So deeply sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family. He was a fun loving easy going guy. Deepest sympathy.
Danielle Tardif
July 25, 2012
My dearest Christopher,
You were my entire world. I will miss the way your handsome, loving eyes gazed at mine, how strong and reassuring your embrace was, the countless hours we would lay around and share every detail about our past, our everyday, and the wonderful plans we had for our future. We knew each other was "it", or as you said "game over" the first day we met and moved in. Everyone thought we were crazy, and knew soon they would see the love we had for one another and understand. We were each others confidants, best friends and soul mates. You always told me you've never been happier, and I find small peace knowing we told each other that every day and that I and your family and close friends were with you during your final breaths. Heaven has gained a soul I will mourn forever. I feel like I died with you but am somehow still here. I want you to know your family has embraced me as their sister, daughter and cousin and all our friends are amazing. I'm still completely lost without you. I'll always be your "delicate flower" and will always love you.
Rebecca Schoen-Kiewert
July 25, 2012
Dear Nelty, we saw our kids play and grow together to became wonderful grown-ups. We are and will always be very proud of them. I cannot even imaging your pain as a mother but we will always remember Chris as the baby with the big eyes and great smile. I will hold you and your family deeply in my thoughts and prayers. Love you Christopher and will miss you. Tia Rebecca
July 25, 2012
i was a custodion, At cromwell high,an everyday after school was out he alway's came to talk to me and we would laugh.He was such a wonderful boy,i'll never for get him.i'll alway's have a place in my Heart for him,Sadly missed.PAT
David Flyntz
July 25, 2012
Our hearts and prayers go out to Chris' family. He will truly be missed.
Marcia Vaughan
July 25, 2012
Nelty,I pray you and you family will find peace in this very sad time.
July 25, 2012
We are very sorry for your loss. May Chris Rest in peace
The Mammone Family
richard aurelio
July 25, 2012
To all the friends and family, may our grief be short and our memories of Chris last forever, God Bless.
- Ricky Aurelio & Jamie Doron
Theresa Dizon
July 25, 2012
Dear Nelty and the entire family,
My heart goes out to all of you! I can't even begin to imagine the depths of your grief right now, but I hope that the love and support of family and friends will carry you through. Please know that my prayers are with you and your family, as I ask God to give you the strength, the wisdom, and the courage you will need in the days ahead.
WBM 2011 - Chris took this photo of my car.
Billy Muller
July 25, 2012
To Chris' Family & EFI Logics - My thoughts and prayers are with you, he will truly be missed by all and was inspiration to me.
Chris - Thank you. Keep tuning in heaven.
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