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2017
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Christopher Koob Obituary
Christopher J. Koob, beloved son of Robert and Alice (Gallenberger) Koob, age 44, entered eternal life Saturday evening, January 7, 2017 of acute leukemia-lymphoma at his sister Sharon's residence in Two Rivers who was his primary care giver and best friend.
Chris was born on September 16, 1972 in Manitowoc. He attended Riverview School and graduated in 1994. Chris had been employed for 20 years at Holiday House from where he retired in 2012. He loved music and old television shows. Chris also enjoyed bowling and going to the movies with his sister.
He is survived by his parents: Robert and Alice Koob; also loving brothers and sisters: Evan Koob, Dr. Jeffrey (Cynthia Deehr) Koob, Matthew Koob, Randal Koob, Cathy Gardner, special sister Sharon Koob, Stephanie (Joseph) Myers; along with other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents: Karl and Hilma Koob; maternal grandparents: William and Sybil Gallenberger, three aunts and one uncle.
Private graveside services for the family will be held at Evergreen Cemetery in Manitowoc where Chris will be laid to rest on Friday afternoon, January 13, 2017. Officiating will be Rev. Michael Warden. Cremation has taken place at the Harrigan Parkside Crematory and Chapel.
The family would like to extend their thanks to Dr. Richard Theobald, Dr. Thomas Peterson, Dr. Gary Francar and his assistant, Annette, for all of their care over the years and the Aurora Hospice nurses Terri and Trisha for their care and compassion.
Memorials would be appreciated to the National Down Syndrome Society, P.O. Box 4916, New York, New York 10185 or contact can be made at www.ndss.org.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
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Nan Oswald
January 13, 2017
Dear Alice,
I have such wonderful memories of Christopher at Riverview School and of your family. He was a happy guy because he was loved so deeply and you were remarkable parents in your total acceptane of sucha special person. I amsorry that you must face this saddness in your life but we all know that Christopher is dancing into the heavens in a perfect soul. He has surely enriched the character of everyone who had the privilege to know him and his family.
Nan Oswald RN
School Nurse
Barbara
January 12, 2017
My condolences to the Koob family. During this difficult and sad time may God give you comfort and strength. Psalms 29:11
Toni Pierce
January 10, 2017
I enjoyed Chris as a student years ago and I always looked forward to seeing Chris and his sister when they would visit the library to find his favorite movies. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Marie Steeber
January 10, 2017
My sympathy to your entire family. You are all in my prayers as you go through these difficult days. I will miss seeing Christopher come in to Subway with Evan and other family members. Sincerely, Marie Steeber
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