Christopher David Canter

Christopher David Canter obituary

Christopher David Canter

Christopher Canter Obituary

Visit the O. R. Woodyard Co. Funeral & Cremation Services - South Chapel website to view the full obituary.
Chris Canter, age 45, passed away unexpectedly on July 30th, 2025. He was born in Columbus, OH on March 10, 1980, to Joan Taylor and David (Renee) Canter. He loved his family more than words could describe and he would do anything for anyone. In his free time, he enjoyed watching movies, going golfing with friends and cheering on his favorite football teams, The Ohio State Buckeyes and the Cincinnati Bengals. Chris worked in the service industry since he was 14 years old at a few restaurants in Columbus.

He is preceded in death by, maternal grandfather, Gene Giffin; paternal grandparents, Eleanor & Robert Canter. He is survived by parents; brother, Brent Cain; grandmother, Ruth Giffin; stepfather, Tom (Suzie) Cain and many additional family and friends.

Private arrangements have been entrusted to the O.R. WOODYARD Co. Funeral Home 1346 S. High St., Columbus, OH 43207.

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