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Christopher Charles-Lee Birch, 28, of Hyattsville, MD, embarked on his final adventure on December 3, 2023 in Hyattsville, MD. Born on March 13, 1995, in Woodstock, VA. He lived a life filled with altruism, bravery, candidness, cleverness, conscientiousness, intuition, humility, and kindness.
Christopher leaves behind a trail of cherished memories and a loving family who will miss him dearly. Christopher is survived by his Cat, Capone; Mom, Jennifer Green; Dad, Richard Lee Birch (Joanie Beavers); Grandma, Constance Birch; Sister, Brittnay Birch (Brent Wood); Brothers, Daniel Birch, Richard Birch-Escribano (Natalie), and William Abell; Nephews, Ryker, Dawson, Kaleb, Karson, and Kane; Nieces, Kolbie, Frankie and Kyleigh; Aunts and Uncles, Michele and James Hilton, Krystal Shelly, Eugene Birch, and Kenneth Birch; and a whole bunch of cousins, including Victoria Youngblood, Taelor Alger, Brayden Hilton, Torri Proctor, Nicole Proctor, Trevor Birch, Devin Birch, Brooklyn Birch, and Austin Shelly.
He was preceded in his journey by his uncle, Joe Birch, and grandfather, Richard Birch.
During his time as a student at Stonewall Jackson High School in Quicksburg, VA, Christopher was known to tackle his education with gusto and a mischievous grin. He brought smiles to the faces of his peers and teachers alike with his antics and joking personality. He will be mourned and missed by all whose lives were touched by him.
The family will be hosting a memorial service for Christopher on December 18, 2023 at Gasch's Funeral Home in Hyattsville, Maryland from 4pm until 6pm. We would be pleased if you could join us at the reception to share memories and celebrate Christopher's life at 4739 Baltimore Ave, Hyattsville, MD. Let's keep his spirit of generosity and adventure alive!
As we bid farewell to our dear Christopher, let's remember his playful spirit and the joy he brought to our lives.
May his memory continue to shine brightly, like a shooting star across the night sky.
In one of the stars, I shall be living. In one of them, I shall be laughing.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
4739 Baltimore Avenue, Hyattsville, MD 20781
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.


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