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Christopher Koenig Obituary
Born, Nov. 3, 1984, in Bryn Mawr, Pa., a son of the Rev. Richard A. and Susan (LeConey) Koenig, he had been a longtime Southington resident.
Chris graduated from Southington High School in 2003 and attended the University of Rochester. He had an adventurous and generous spirit, loved music of all kinds and loved his many friends. His enthusiasm for life came through in everything he did.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his brother, Robert A. Koenig of Plantsville; his maternal grandparents, the Rev. Dr. William and Lucia LeConey of New Jersey; his paternal grandfather, the Rev. Dr. Robert E. Koenig of Pennsylvania; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was predeceased by his paternal grandmother, the Rev. Norma E. Koenig.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 26 at 10 a.m. at the Plantsville Congregational Church. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Calling hours are Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Plantsville Memorial Funeral Home, 975 S. Main St., Plantsville. Donations in Christopher's memory may be made to the Plantsville Congregational Church Music Fund, 109 Church St. Plantsville, Conn 06479
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Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Koenig
Cynthia Lepak & Matthew Saccoman
June 21, 2007
Dear Pastor Koenig and family,
We are so sad to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Rob, Suzanne, Kristen and Meghan Fackler
June 15, 2007
Dear Pastor Koenig and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Mary Jane and Jim Corn
June 1, 2007
Dear Sandy and Susan,
We were deeply saddened to learn of the loss of your precious son, Chris. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Nancy Voisine
May 29, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. Chris had such a beautiful bass voice and what I always thought remarkable was the fact that he seemed to enjoy singing with us "old folks". Nancy Voisine (SFC)
Robert Wales
May 27, 2007
I'm terribly sorry to hear of your families great loss and I will keep you in my prayers.
Sue Weber
May 26, 2007
Dear Sandy and Susan,
As a parent, I'm at a loss for words over the loss of your son, Christopher. My heart feels so very deeply for you both.
Tracey Backus
May 26, 2007
Dear Koenig Family-
We were so saddened to here of the loss of your son. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Love Tracey, Glenn, and Caroline Backus
Bill Bishop
May 26, 2007
Dear Koenig Family
We are sorry to hear about the death of your family member. You are in our prayers.
Bill & Pam Bishop
Attend Apple Valley Worship Ctr
Southington, CT
Bethany Kania
May 26, 2007
Dear Koenig family,
I am so sorry for your great loss. Chris was a great kid and, though I did not know him exceedingly well, he always brought light and laughter to my house when he was here with Michael. His wonderful personality was obvious to anyone who was around him. Know that you raised a wonderful son and that he will be deeply missed by all of his friends.
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
May 25, 2007
Dear Koening Family,
May the years of memories created with and by Chris bring comfort to you at this challenging time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Chris, SIlvia and Andrew Mckone
(it has been years; Andrew was at Hartt with Chris and we have pleasant memories of you Sandy and Chris when we traveled to Europe
Greg Burton
May 25, 2007
Dear Sandy, Susan, Bobby and all the Koenigs,
My thoughts are with you as you gather to remember and celebrate Christopher. He was full of joy and spirit.
Veronica Rodriguez
May 25, 2007
I was one of Chris's best friends from the University of Rochester. I can't imagine a memory from that place without him. He was so kind and giving with an ever-pleasant demeanor. I enjoyed my time with him and will always be grateful for it. His loss will be felt among us all and I will truly miss him.
-Veronica
James Helbling
May 25, 2007
I loved chris with all my heart, he was one of my closest friends I've ever had. Not one day will go by without wishing he was here with us with his warm smile. I will never forget him and his memories and laughter will live on inside of all of us.
Rob Griffin
May 24, 2007
Dear Sandy, Susan and Bob,
Now is the time that test's men's souls. Cry a little, Laugh a little, above all know that Know that our sweet Lord has us in the Palm of his Hand. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all
Vivien Narowski
May 24, 2007
Dear Sandy and Susan, A great sadness has decended on the Plantsville Church with the sudden loss of Christopher. May his love of life and music lift your spirits as you remember him and hear the music he is playing in heaven. Words cannot express my sincere sympathy.
Cindy&Fred Lynn
May 24, 2007
We understand as our son gained his wings in 2003. Our children are the light of every parents heart and when we are left to grieve them we sometimes feel so alone with the overwhelming pain, please know you are not there are many of us who walk this path with you and we are here if you ever need. During this time hold each other close and we will hold you in our prayers.
Paul & Jill Vieser
May 24, 2007
Dear Pastor Sandy and Family,
It was such a shock to hear of your unexpected tragic loss just one day after you christened our daughter Haylie. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your entire family and if there is anything we can do for you please do not hesitate to ask.
The D'Averso Family
May 23, 2007
Mrs. Koenig and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Jena (Marshall) Willuweit
May 23, 2007
I didn't know Chris very well but I was in quite a few of this classes in high school. He always would make everyone smile and would seem to make a horrible day good again. I'm sorry for your loss. You are in mine and my families thoughts and prayers
Joan Schmidt
May 23, 2007
Our deepest and heartfelt sympathy
Joan and Greg Schmidt
Linda & Greg LaForge
May 23, 2007
Dear Sandy, Susan and Bob,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Chris was a special young man and will be greatly missed. We are so sorry for your loss.
Laurie Smedberg
May 23, 2007
Dear Sandy, Susan,& family,
It is with deepest sympathy and heartfelt sorrow that we sign this guest book. Our condolences and support are with you all at this tragic time. Please know that we share your grief and are holding you in our thoughts and prayers. In sorrow, the Smedberg family, Laurie, Christopher, and Jack.
Marie and David Stackpole
May 23, 2007
Sandy,Sue and Bob,
There are no words to express how our hearts ache for you all during this difficult time. Christoper will be dearly missed by us all.
May the many happy memories you all have of him sustain you in the days ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Danielle Laviana
May 23, 2007
I didn't know Chris very well, but we were in Orchestra together from 6-12 grades. He was a wonderful guy with a great sense of humor. He will be greatly missed.
The Gumprecht Family
May 23, 2007
What an awful tragedy - Our prayers are with the Koenig family, and the entire community at the Plantsville Cong. Church. Words cannot express our sadness...
Catherine Mason
May 23, 2007
Dear Rev. Koenig and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Glenn, Catherine, Emily, Alexander and Kasey. God bless and hold you close now and always.
Chris and Sandy Edge
May 23, 2007
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
Eric Kim and Jenna Meyer
May 23, 2007
We are deeply saddened by this, and our thoughts and prayers go to the family.
Trish Walden
May 23, 2007
Dear Family and Friends of Chris, Our hearts are broken with yours in the loss of Chris. He was a wonderful young man whose life touched us all. My son Michael McDade loved him like a brother. You are all in our prayers. May God's presence and grace give you comfort at this sad time. John 10:28
Denise and Gary Danks
May 23, 2007
Dear Sandy and Sue, There are no words to express our sadness over the loss of Chris, Our prayers are with you.
Richard & Sheila Burbank
May 22, 2007
We are saddened at the loss of Christopher. Many prayers are in our hearts for his family and friends.
michael and patricia nordin and family
May 22, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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