December 1st, 2008

IN MEMORY OF A FRIEND

Christopher Ryan Houle , age 24, who was best known for his upbeat spirit and positivity, died September 19, 2006, of complications due to Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy at West Hills Hospital and Medical Center. He was born October 12, 1981 in Tarzana, California to parents Rodney and Krysti Houle. He graduated from John F. Kennedy High School in 2000 and attended Los Angeles Valley College where he got his commercial recording technician certificate.

Although Christopher spent most his life in a wheel chair because of Muscular Dystrophy, (MD) his passion for life was immeasurable. He participated in many events to help raise awareness and proceeds for MD, never letting the disease slow him down. His greatest joy was participating in the annual Love Ride for which he was the ambassador for the past 14 years.

Christopher was awarded the Muscular Dystrophy Association’s 2006 Courage Award in July for being an inspiring role model and a champion of their fight toward finding a cure. This was the second time he received this award. He demonstrated commitment to his community by being active in the Valley Youth Conference Football League. Christopher coached youth football teams for the Northridge Knights for over ten years. He will be greatly missed by many.

Christopher is survived by his father, Rod; mother, Krysti; younger brother, Brandon; and younger sister, Kodi. He is further survived by his grandmother, Jeanne Davis; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and loving friends. In Lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Love Ride Foundation in care of Harley-Davidson of Glendale.

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