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Christopher Hibler Obituary
August 2, 1942 - December 8, 2010
Devoted father, acclaimed director, and best friend to all who knew him, Christopher passed away on Wednesday, December 8, 2010.
He was born August 2, 1942 in Los Angeles. He grew up in North Hollywood and was an accomplished athlete lettering in basketball, golf, and track at North Hollywood High School where he was athlete of the year in 1960.
Following High School, he was hired at the Walt Disney Studios where he worked for 18 years on numerous films and television shows including "Bedknobs and Broomsticks," "Hot Lead and Cold Feet," and "Superdad," among many more. Following his time with the Disney Studios, he went on to a successful directing career where he directed many hour-long drama series including "Moonlighting," "Remington Steele," "Quantum Leap," "Matlock," "Diagnosis Murder," "Beverly Hills 90210," "Father Dowling Mysteries," as well as several others.
Christopher is the son of Disney Legend honoree Winston Hibler and mother Dorothy Johnston Hibler. He is survived by his three sons, Hunt Hibler (wife Enza), Christopher Hibler IV (wife Rosemarie), Patrick Hibler, his six grandchildren, as well as his brother, John Michael, and sister Melissa.
A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, January 8th at the Oakmont Country Club in Glendale, CA. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Heart Association.
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Christopher
August 12, 2025
Did he have a son that didn't live with him..or know a woman named Delores carroll
PaUL DOTSON
December 8, 2024
HAD NOT SEEN CHRIS FOR OVER 60 YEARS, BUT I STILL REMEMBER THE DAY WE MEANT WHEN HE WAS 5 AND I WAS 6. A FIST FIGHT. WE BECAME GOOD FRIENDS AFTER THAT. SORRY WE NEVER KEPT IN TOUCH. I WAS ALWAYS AWED BY CHRIS´ PHYSICAL ABILITIES. HE NEVER LOST THEM. CONTINUED SYMPATHY TO HIS BROTHER AND SISTER, AND, OF COURSE HIS CHILDREN. MONSIGNOR PAUL DOTSON
Georgina
July 27, 2021
I was just a little girl, and you were a big kid, but your kindness has stayed with me through many decades, I wish you to know that I gave both my boys versions of your name, and sitting here, reading the comments of others, I see that you were everything you were from the start, and I'm so sorry you are no longer in this world.
Our mothers danced across the the silver screens together.
sheila nowicki
October 17, 2015
Man, I miss you as you were my other father thanks. Contact me
October 17, 2015
Dude, haha,you saved my life you took such good care of me till? I have my wonderful life to thank u for ill always love and miss u. You were like a father to me thanks. Forever, Sheila (akadoma queen)
Paul Dotson
January 4, 2011
Dear Friends:
I was greatly distressed to read of Chris' death. I have been been thinking about him lately and was going to try and make contact.
Please be assured of my prayers and sympathy for him and for the family that he leaves behind.
With a heavy heart
Paul Dotson
Harvey Laidman
December 31, 2010
Talented and clever, Chris will be missed
Mark Webb
December 28, 2010
The Hibler family,
This is so hard to comprehend, the wonderfult thing about the film business is that friends forever are friends for a lifetime, my brother is named after Chris, my father has worked with Chris from the earliest days at Disney till retirement yet they still spoke often. I had the luxury of working for Chris several times and will always remember his guiding hand and warm personality, it gave us many good times on and off the set. His legacy will be left with us for lifetimes to come by virtue of his work and his family....God bless to you all...
The Webb Family
Brenda
December 24, 2010
You will never be forgotten.
Lee Goldberg
December 16, 2010
I am very saddened to hear of his passing. I worked with Chris for several years on DIAGNOSIS MURDER and it was always a great pleasure..
William Rabkin
December 16, 2010
Chris directed many episodes for me, and every time it was a great pleasure to spend the weeks with him. Warm, funny, sweet and so smart. A lovely man.
Kristen Brown
December 16, 2010
My prayers and thoughts are with the family. He has gone too soon. All my love to Mike and family. Love you all.
Kris
Bonnie Popp
December 15, 2010
Hey, Little Chris:
I did not know your dad, but I know you, and judging from the photo, you have more in common than just looks. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. It is never easy to lose a loved one, but I hope you find comfort in the memories of your times together, both happy & sad. Embrace the Season the way your dad would have. That would be your greatest tribute.
-Bonnie Popp
janis krantz
December 14, 2010
Christopher Hibler was a sweet and caring man who loved his family very much. I adored the way he treated his mom (who he took care of for over 12 years) They were so darn cute together. My love and prayers go out to his entire family.....he will be missed. xoxo
Chris
December 14, 2010
I miss you dad
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