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Christopher Ferkenhoff Obituary

Christopher James Ferkenhoff Christopher James Ferkenhoff, 54, of Plainfield, N.J., husband of Abi Bankole and adoring father of Olivia and Viola, passed away on November 15 in Philadelphia. Born in Kansas City, Chris was a dear son to Suzanne Van Dyne (Van) and James Ferkenhoff, and a brother to look up to for Brett, (Jennifer), Eric, (Evelyne), and Amy Chen (Leo). Chris was friends to a countless number, a traveler and deep learner. He was an entrepreneur in spirit and in business. He will be forever missed. He lived in many parts of the world, from Germany to Buenos Aires, Chicago and New Jersey. And he worked in various fields during his career, but mostly he was a caring father, a giving brother and a son, husband and friend who felt only love toward those around him. We honor him with that same love. Visitation for our beloved Christopher James Ferkenhoff will be at St. Ann Catholic Church, 7231 Mission Rd, Prairie Village, KS 66208, on Dec. 6, 2019, at 5 p.m. A funeral Mass will follow at 6 p.m. at St. Ann.

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Published by Kansas City Star on Dec. 1, 2019.

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Shelley

November 27, 2021

Good friend, great father, greatly missed.

November 17, 2020

A great man and a great father. May he rest in peace. I will miss you uncle.

Mary Ruffin Childs

December 10, 2019

As Chris was a '95 graduate of the MIBS program at the Moore School of the University of South Carolina, we are saddened to learn of Chris's passing. Our prayers for peace are with the family at this time.

Mary Ruffin Childs
Senior Director, Alumni
Darla Moore School of Business

John/Rhonda Jones

December 8, 2019

Sharing in your sadness as you remember Chris today. He was a great friend. We shared special moments when he lived in Chicago. May our condolences bring you comfort and our prayers ease the pain of this lost.John and Rhonda Jones 2721 West Jerome Street Chicago, IL 60645

Sam Stowell

December 8, 2019

I will miss you, Chris. I light this candle in your memory and for the benefit of your family.

December 8, 2019

Chris has been a great friend and seeker of truth.
From his friends at a Men's Bible Study, First Presbyterian Church of Evanston.
With great love and admiration;

Paul Howard
John Jones
John Sward
Sam Stowell

Heartfelt Condolences Arrangement- BASKET INCLUDED

David Davis

Sent Flowers

Peaceful Passage Arrangement

Timothy McKone

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Mike & Allison Cahill

December 4, 2019

Very sorry to hear this news. We are keeping the family in our prayers. We have many fond memories of Chris.

December 2, 2019

RIP Brother! You will be missed!

Lou McDermott

December 2, 2019

Rest In Peace, my friend.

Gary Christ

December 1, 2019

Prayerful best wishes.

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