Champ Richard Overholt

Champ Overholt Obituary

OVERHOLT, Champ Richard
Born July 3, 1941 in San Francisco, CA and passed in the presence of his wife and children on October 1, 2009 in Placerville, CA. Champ was a loving husband and father and a passionate follower of Jesus Christ. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Sherrill; his four children, Christie, Michael, Brian and Polly; his grandchildren, Ciera, Morgan, Aaron, Jonah, Macy, Jonny, Amber, Tiffany, Noah, Lindsay, Ashley, Abby and Andrew, whom he loved dearly. He is also survived by his brothers, Steven and Glenn and sisters, Susan and Jeannie and many other friends and family. Champ will be remembered for his unwavering faith, his compassion for those in need, and his constant pursuit of knowledge. A Memorial will be held Thursday, October 8 at 2pm at Vineyard Christian Fellowship, 2225 19th St., Sacramento, CA.

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Published by The Sacramento Bee from Oct. 6 to Oct. 7, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Champ Overholt

11 Entries

Lynn Hambrick

October 23, 2009

Dear Sherrill & Family, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Love,
Cousin Lynn

Terri & Dean Lattman

October 22, 2009

Dear Sherrill & Family: You have all been in our hearts and prayers since we heard of your loss of your husband, dad, and grandpa. Champ so loved his family... Please keep in touch--Champ was one of the few family members with whom we corresponded.
Love,
Cousin Terri & Dean Lattman

Nancy Frevola-Strohmeyer

October 7, 2009

Dear Sherrill & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of summers in SF with the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you,

Love,

Nancy (Frevola) Strohmeyer & Family

October 7, 2009

To my family I express my condolences to a loving family man and loving uncle. I will always remember his kindness towards me growing up. May God give his family the strength they need and deserve during this difficult time.

Sincerely,
Tiffany Schlobohm and family

Gina Smith-Ambriz

October 6, 2009

Dear Overhault family, I'm so sad for your loss, Growing up with you all, Champ and Sherrill became second parents to me when we were young, And Taylor is very sadden about one of her bestfriend losing her Granpa, We are here for you, and you are all in are prayers.
Good Bless, Gina Smith-Ambriz & Taylor Smith

Mark Marshall

October 6, 2009

Champ was among the most genuine men I’ve ever known. Trustworthy, compassionate, and a true “neighbor” to those who knew him. He was great because he had a servant’s heart. Everyone who came in contact with him found a simple faith that wasn’t afraid of mountains. God bless you Champ. And blessings on those grieving this loss.

October 6, 2009

My Dear Sherrill & Family, My heart is so sad to hear the news of Champ's passing. I have such wonderful memories of Champ. Champ was my boss for years and was such a wonderful caring boss. Champ will be missed by all. Love you, Charlotte

David Harvey

October 6, 2009

I was absolutely shocked, & devastated at the news! Champ was a best friend from high school to this day. Sherrill, I'm so sorry, I'll be sending you a note. David Harvey.

ilona wilson

October 6, 2009

I am honored to have known Champ Overholt.
He was a dear friend and and a precious man of God.
He was a kind and compassionate man, a true gentleman.
So in love with Jesus. He had a very keen and sharp mind and loved to talk about Bible and the Lord. We could talk for hours about the goodness of God !

Champ and I went to alot of the same meetings, over the past 7 years, and we became quick friends.

We kept in touch over the internet and phone during the past 2 years, as he did not get out much.
He would ask me to pray for his health and for his family. He was a prayer warrior and would constantly keep me and my family in prayer. I am a better person for knowing Champ.

I am blessed to have talked with Champ before he passed away.
I was able to tell him that I loved him ...and that I would rally the troops to pray for him !

I know that we all wanted Champ to stay a little longer, but God needed him more. I cannot wait to see him again, with a perfect glorified body, no longer suffering, no longer in pain. I cannot wait to hear all the stories he has to tell about Heaven and about living in the palace with the King!

I know that God touched many lives through Champ. And I know that Champ would want you to reach out and touch someone else , even it if is just one person, with the Love of God .

I know that the Lord is saying to Champ " Well done my good and faithful servant."

Champ, You have fought the good fight, you have finished the race .....
I love you my friend, and I will see you again in Glory !
Your Friend
ilona

connie peach

October 6, 2009

Champ (aka Skoot) will be missed.

Kimberly Ortega

October 6, 2009

To the Family of Champ Overholt,

I am deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Champ. I had the pleasure of working with Champ at the Department of Consumer Affairs, beginning in 1990 until he retired. He was my first Manager at DCA and was responsible for hiring me. I will always be grateful that he gave me a chance to start a new career at DCA, upon leaving DMV after 8 years. He always offered compassion and was such a kind and giving person. He always encouraged me to expand my career opportunities and was instrumental in promoting me in the work place. May God Bless him and may he rest in peace. Please accept my sincerest condolences.

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