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Christopher Edward Defeciani
1966 - 2014
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Christopher Defeciani Obituary
Christopher Edward DeFeciani
4/14/66 - 1/16/14
of Erie, CO, formerly of Montgomery, NY passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 16th, at the age of 47. Chris was a beloved son, brother, husband, father, uncle, cousin and friend. He was known for his compassion, loyalty, and warmth. He was a graduate of St. Peter's School, North Rockland High School, and Pace University, where he earned his BBA in Management Information Systems. He was a passionate past member of the Haverstraw Ambulance corps, during which time he helped to save numerous lives. He was employed as Senior Director of Production at Sandoz, Inc. Previously he was a loyal employee at Pfizer (formerly Wyeth) for 25 years. As a father and husband, he was always supportive and nurturing. He took great pride in his ability to provide for his family and tend to their needs and desires. Chris was passionate about cooking, photography, music, taking long rides on his motorcycle, and riding the trails on his quad. He found joy in sitting outside by a bonfire, taking his dogs Charlie and Grace for long walks and spending time with his family and friends. In the Immortal words of Steve Martin, Chris truly was one "Wild and Crazy Guy".
He is survived by his parents Joan (Barry) and Anthony DeFeciani, his wife Susan (nee, Eschenbacher) and his four children, Joshua Weintraub, Zachary, Lena and Sean DeFeciani, his sisters Carol DeFeciani, Tracy DeFeciani (Marco Prisco), Lisa DeFeciani (Jordan Barile) and brothers Anthony DeFeciani (Kelly Longo), and Patrick DeFeciani (Linda Senatore), his aunt, Elizabeth Bates, numerous cousins, sisters-in-law Caren Anderson and Diane (Robert) Bryan, and brother-in-law Thomas Eschenbacher and his many nieces and nephews whom he adored. Viewing on Friday, January 24th at George M. Holt Funeral Home, 50 New Main St, Haverstraw, NY from 2-4 and 7-9. A Mass of Christain Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 AM Saturday, January 25, 2014 at St. Peter's Church, 115 Broadway, Haverstraw, NY. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations to the American Heart Association and the Myasthenia Gravis Foundation.
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Carol DeFeciani
January 16, 2022
Thinking of you today and every day, my sweet brother.
Crystal Namnan
February 4, 2014
Chris was a great person and one of the best managers. He will be missed.
Diane Brady Ayd
January 31, 2014
Chris was the kindest, hardest working person. He was a good and supportive coworker, always there to lend a hand or ear. I remember how his office had so many pictures of his family, I hope they find comfort in this difficult time. I have nothing but fond memories of Chris.
Dan Howley
January 27, 2014
My sincere condolences go out to the Defeciani family on your loss of Chris. He was a very nice man and I will pray for God to heal your heavy hearts during this hard time.
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Vickie Thompson
January 27, 2014
My heartfelt condolences go out to all of you. Chris was a great Manager and co-worker here at Sandoz. He was only here a short time, but left very pleasant and lasting memories. He will be missed greatly.
J. Hibbert
January 27, 2014
Still in shock!!!! Chris was a wonderful soul. He was my boss for MANY years and also my friend. We had a great time in Puerto Rico and I will cherish those memories. My condolences to his family. Chris was all about family!!! You will be missed, my buddy...
Fran and Jennifer McDermott
January 25, 2014
May God keep you all so strong and safe through this very difficult time. Chris: We will always remember the good times at Wyeth and the fun we had...may you always watch over all your friends and family and keep us safe!
Gwendolyn McZeek-Foster
January 25, 2014
Sorry for your lost. Chris was a great person, an a awesome co-worker, and MY Boss, he was the Best, will truly be missed RIP Chris..... such great memories......:(
Margaret OToole
January 25, 2014
So very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers for the family.
January 25, 2014
You have my heartfelt condolences for the loss of your beloved husband and father. May God provide your family with loving comfort and support through this difficult time. (Psalm 145:14)
Jane Hartwick Way (NHS 1958)
January 24, 2014
To the Defeciani family. My sincere sympathy to all. May Christopher rest
in peace and his family be consoled by their memories of his life here on earth. May God bless you all.
Leon Williams
January 24, 2014
Chris will truley be missed. He was a great guy. The Lord will bless his family and strengthen them all through this great loss.
January 24, 2014
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
American Heart Association
January 24, 2014
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Kyle Rauscher
January 23, 2014
To all of the Defeciani family my heart felt sympathy goes out to you. Chris was always smiling and was a great person growing up. I was completely taken back when I heard the news of his passing. As a father and husband it is a terrible loss to a family.
Mike Y
January 23, 2014
Wow, I sit here dumbfounded, really at a loss for words- a rare thing for me, very rare. Sorry seems so thin, tragic doesn't quite grasp it, shocked and saddened don't come close to summing it up. I understand loss, not of this nature, but times of great pain and grief. I pray you grieve well; remember with great fondness the good as well as the bad times; are thankful for the precious moments spent together; see him in the lives he has touched and the children he has loved as well as in you for all that he has poured out into you with his life and love, caring and devotion. Allow the feelings to flow, never holding back the pain you may feel; holding them in and being "strong" only leads to inner turmoil. Be there for the family but allow them to be there for you as you mourn the loss and celebrate the life...
Dennis Chiamulera
January 23, 2014
I am so sorry to read of Chris' passing. i met him many times at the McIntires house in Haverstraw, NY...He was a great guy and very real and caring. I will keep your family in my prayers...God Bless
January 23, 2014
Our deepest condolences to all the Beautiful and Well Loved DeFeciani Family
Chris was a wonderful pleasant man,He will truly be missed by all his family.With saddend hearts.Dino & Mavis
Ryan Hoskins
January 23, 2014
My thoughts and prayers and prayers go out the Defeciani family. Chris will be missed by his Sandoz colleagues and friends.
Lori Escobedo
January 22, 2014
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Defeciani family. We (his friends & co-workers at Sandoz) are shocked and saddened by the loss of Chris. He was a great guy and will be missed!
Wendy Longo-Sullivan
January 22, 2014
So tragic to lose such a wonderful person. God bless all of you.
ELSA BARILE
January 22, 2014
MY HEART AND PRAYS GO OUT TO THE ENTIRE
DEFECIANI FAMILY. IT MAKES ME VERY SAD
THAT A YOUNG MAN WAS TAKEN SO SOON
Noemi Morales Adam Barile
January 22, 2014
Adan and I want to extend our heartfelt condolences to the DeFeciani family.
"For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways" Psalm 91:11.
All our love.
January 22, 2014
January 22, 2014
January 22, 2014
I am truly sorry for your loss. May it bring you peace knowing that Chris touched many lives. May God, with time, ease your sorrow. (1 Thess. 4:13)
January 22, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Barbara and Richard Pedri, Haverstraw, NY
Leigh Ann Oakley-Wagor
January 22, 2014
To all of the Defeciani's,
You all have my deepest sympathies and condolences. Words can express the sadness and the loss you all must feel at the time. Chris was a great person, and a great friend to all who knew him.
I am sorry I will not be able to attend the wake or funeral as I don't live so close anymore.
You are are all in my prayers.
Jim Zayac
January 21, 2014
My heartfelt condolences to the entire DeFeciani Family. I never knew Chris as a husband and father, but I can attest to his character as a son and brother. The DeFeciani Family were our next door neighbors. I cannot think of a finer family. I remember Chris as a child and those memories make me smile. I can still see him splashing in the pool or playing kick the can with us. He was especially respectful to my Mom, Mary, after my father died. I know there are no words of consolation, so I offer none. The best I can do is offer my wishes for strength for the entire family. I wish I could be there with you on Friday and Saturday as you say your good-byes. He had an amazing soul. He will be missed. Love and Best Wishes.
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