Christopher P. Martel's Obituary
Christopher Paul Martel, age 25, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, October 7, 2007. Chris was born June 12, 1982 to Paul and Suzanne (Bohjanen) Martel in Ludington and spent the last several years in the Spring Lake area. On August 24, 2001, he married Katie R. Briggs. Chris’ passions were his family, music, nature and astronomy. He worked as a music promoter and manager for various bands throughout the country. He loved his wife, adored his children and family, and had a wonderful sense of humor; always making others laugh and smile. Chris is survived by his wife, Katie; his son, Sean and daughter, Amaya; his parents, Paul Martel of Ludington and Suzanne Bohjanen of Muskegon; brother and sister, Michael and Angela Martel; grandmother, Joyce Bohjanen; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Fred Bohjanen. A CELEBRATION OF Chris’ life will be held 10:00 AM Friday, October 12, 2007 at
The Sytsema Chapel
Sytsema Funeral Homes, Inc.
737 Apple Avenue
231 726-5210
Muskegon
Visitation will be 2-4 & 6-8PM Thursday. Memorial contributions may be made to Sean and Amaya Martel. Please share memories with Chris’ family at their on-line guestbook at www.sytsemafh.com
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