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Christopher Voelker Obituary
Age 53, of Northridge, Calif. passed away on Sept. 11, 2014. Christopher was a world renowned, award-winning photographer, whose art was exhibited in Los Angeles and New York. His commercial work was published in the Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, TV Guide and syndicated internationally. Ringo Starr, David Lynch and Beyoncé were among the many notables Chris photographed during his 25-year-plus career.
At age 16, Chris suffered a spinal cord injury after a high-speed motocross accident. But his paralysis never stopped him. He taught himself photography and eventually built his own photography studio. Chris inspired other individuals with spinal cord injuries, serving as a mentor and loving friend to many. In 2012, he became an Ambassador for the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation. The Reeve Foundation honored him in 2013, bestowing him with their Hope Award for his ongoing support to the disability community.
Chris was loved, cared for and supported by his parents Jerome and Linda, sister Donna and brothers Bobby and Dale. Jerome and Bobby both predeceased Chris.
In addition to his wife Melanie, Chris' loving survivors include: uncles Charlie and Darrell; aunt Bonnie (husband Bill); nieces Michelle (husband Kevin) and Ella; great-niece Molly; nephews Michael (wife Megan) and Henry; great-nephews Anthony and Nicholas; cousins Lori, Kim, Donovan and Matthew; brother-in-law Ken, sister-in-law Anne.
Services pending. Family asks that in lieu of flowers, contributions be made in his honor to the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation: http://www.christopherreeve.org
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Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Voelker
August 4, 2019
He was an incredible human being. He was beyond funny and a very close friend. I shot with him and so did our company. He will be deeply missed.
Gina Lane
March 2, 2018
It was a pleasure to be photographed by you. Rest in Peace.
Maureen Devine
July 12, 2015
What an inspiration you were to all of us around you. Seems like a life time ago, but you allowed me to work with you back in the 80's. After work we would go party in the Valley. Thank you for your genesis. God rest your soul.
December 2, 2014
SO SORRY TO HEAR THIS. WE LOVED HIRING HIM TO PHOTOGRAPH PEOPLE. GOD BLESS,
CYNTHIA HORNER
Donna Voelker-Larrabee
October 4, 2014
Christopher ,
You are wth Dad and Bobby
I know in my heart and soul you are filled with joy, perfected, and free of pain
See you at the gate...
John Jameson
September 23, 2014
Rest in Peace Chris. It was an honor to know you, and to be photographed by and to photograph you. Take care, my friend
McCarthy
September 22, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. May the Most High God comfort you as you mourn the loss of your loved one. (Psalm 83:18)
September 21, 2014
I will miss you forever, You were loved by so many. Your beautiful Photography will be remembered forever.
Love,
Mom
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