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Christopher Howard Obituary
Christopher D. Howard, of Neenah, age 20, died unexpectedly on Sunday, July 17, 2016. He was born February 15, 1996 in Neenah, son of Daniel Howard and Rebecca Brendemihl Hansen.
Chris attended Neenah High School. He was employed with Toys for Trucks. His hobbies included skateboarding and BMX Park. Chris also was an avid automobile enthusiast and enjoyed music and all extreme sports.
Survivors include his mother, Becky Hansen and her special friend, Jay Fermanich; his father, Daniel Howard and his special friend, Tracy Helling; a brother, Austin Howard; his grandparents: Michael and Lois Slowatyniec, Jane Dolan and her friend, Keith Kelly; an uncle, Robert (Lea) Brendemihl; an aunt, Christine (Jake) Geurts; and his cousins: Jacinda Steward, Tiffany Geurts, Brayden and Kenley Brendemihl.
Chris was preceded in death by his great-grandmother, Viola Howard; great-grandfather, Kenneth Brendemihl; and his step-mother, Carla Howard.
A Memorial Service will be held at 6:00 PM on Saturday, July 23, 2016, at Neenah's Westgor Funeral Home with Pastor Mike Huff officiating. The visitation will be held at the Funeral Home from 2:00 PM until the hour of service.
Westgor Funeral Home
205 W. Doty Ave.
Neenah 722-7151
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Cindy
July 21, 2016
Dear Becky. My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your son Christopher. Although we met only briefly you have been and will remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Randy and Heidi Halberg
July 20, 2016
Dear Dan,
We are sorry to hear about Chris' passing. He was a great kid.
Randy and Heidi Halberg
Tom/Barb Bartz
July 20, 2016
Dear Dan,
Through Joe, we heard of your son's death. We are so very sorry for your lose. He was so young. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely,
Tom and Barb Bartz
Paul and Sara Johnson
July 19, 2016
We are very sorry for your loss. May Chris rest in peace.
Paul and Sara Johnson
July 19, 2016
We are very sorry for your loss.May Chris rest in peace.
Paul and Sara Johnson
July 19, 2016
Sorry for your loss.
Cathy Arend(Christopher)
July 19, 2016
I am so sorry to hear about your families loss. May the good Lord give you all the strength and guidance,now and the future, in your time of sorrow.
Sally and David Borchert
July 19, 2016
So sorry for your families loss. Prayers and hugs to your family.
Lisa, Mark, Brooke and Anna Boardman
July 19, 2016
Dear Austin and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bill & Kris Hansen
July 19, 2016
Dear Austin, Becky, and the rest of Christopher's Family: Our deepest sympathy goes out to you.
Jane & Tom Moehn
July 19, 2016
Dear Christopher's Family and Friends, Our deepest condolences, Prayers and Hugs.
Kathy Labby
July 19, 2016
Chris was a friend of my son and step-son for many years. He was ALWAYS so polite when coming to our home. I am so sorry for your loss Casey, Jacob, many other friends of his, and of course Chris Howards family. Much too young to be gone. :(
Sarah Minnihan
July 19, 2016
So very sorry for your loss, Chris was always so polite and friendly when he came into the bank. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time!
Zachary Christel
July 18, 2016
Chris was a fellow Classmate in Chilton Wisconsin for a few years. I remember the many laughs and jokes Chris made. I'm so sorry to hear of his passing. I send my thoughts and prayers to his family.
Dennis and Verla Verhagen
July 18, 2016
My deepest Sympathy to your family, Jane!!! He is a handsome young man and i'm so grateful that you were able to spend time with him, recently
Judith Case
July 18, 2016
My thoughts and prayers go out to you on this journey. I didn't know your son but I just lost my son in a terrible accident 5 months ago he was 21. So my thoughts are with you at this time. Whatever you are feeling it is all normal there is not right or wrong way to Grieve.So sorry for your lost.
Emily Koller
July 18, 2016
Sorry for your loss! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time!!
Tracy Helling
July 18, 2016
Christopher you are now are Angel Shining Down! Your Smile was so Amazing and Unforgettable! You have no idea how many people love you! Saturday when you are looking down you will see what an extroidnay impact you made on our lives! Our Love is Forever and you will never be forgotten :(
Roxanne Preissner
July 18, 2016
Sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with his family.
Mary Jo Chamberlain
July 18, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with all you in this time of need.
July 18, 2016
Dear Christopher's Family and Friends my family extents our deepest condolences for your loss. Rest in peace Christopher. You will be greatly missed.
Respectfully Gerri Fermanich Family
Shelby Jablonski
July 18, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss.
July 18, 2016
Dan, There are no words for the deep lose of a child. Peace go with Chris. Max will miss his BFF always, thanks for being there for him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the whole family. Brenda
July 18, 2016
Dan & Tracy,
My deepest sympathy to you. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
Jan Stapel
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