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NAPOLITANO CHRISTOPHER JAY NAPOLITANO (Age 48) Christopher Jay Napolitano, 48, of Riva, MD died on Saturday, July 25, 2009 from complications after a surfing accident in Maryland. Born in Biloxi, Mississippi on July 30, 1960 to Louise and Richard Napolitano, Chris spent most of his childhood in Bowie, MD. A 1978 graduate of Bowie High School, Chris earned a Bachelor''s degree in Economics from University of Maryland. Creative and ambitious, Chris was the owner and CEO of the award-wining Joint Venture Marketing firm in Lanham, MD. He was a successful local businessman, entrepreneur, and an active member and volunteer at New Covenant Church in Arnold, MD. He resided in Riva, MD with his family. Chris was a loving husband and father, a devout Christian, an accomplished professional, and a competitive athlete. He is survived by his wife, Jacqueline; his children, Zachary and Olivia; his parents, Louise and Richard of Englewood, FL; his twin brother, Dan; his older brothers, Rick and Steve; his sister, Alicia Lotz; seven nieces, six nephews, his sisters-in-law, and many loving friends and extended family members. A funeral service was held at New Covenant Church in Arnold, MD on July 30, 2009 with the interment at Lakemont Memorial Gardens in Davidsonville. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to an education fund established for Chris and Jacque''s children called the Napolitano Education Trust in c/o BB&T Bank @ 2405 Brandermill Blvd. Gambrills, MD 21054. Online condolences may be made at www.barrancofuneralhome.com .

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Published by The Washington Post from Jul. 29 to Aug. 2, 2009.

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John Ripley

August 11, 2009

Chris was one of God's most thoughtful gifts to me. He was part of a small handful of those I count as “great friends”. He was a trusted brother and passionate partner in the Gospel.

I am still speechless at the loss of this man, and honored to have been influenced by him and called his friend.

Rusty Curtis

August 7, 2009

I knew Chris through my later high school years and he was always a good friend. I have not seen him for many years but know he will be missed.

Lisa Berman Clough

August 2, 2009

When I think about growing up in Bowie, Chris is a bright spot in my memory. When I read him described as "adventurous" that is what always came to my mind also when I thought of him; that, and free spirit. Sorry we lost touch over the years; he was a great friend during a great time in our lives. God bless him and his family.

Kevin Thornton

July 31, 2009

Consummate professional - Chris was always genuine and enthusiastic in his work on our projects. Will miss his quick wit and smile. May God rest his soul and comfort his family.

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