Obituary of Christopher Baranowski

Our son, Christopher Baranowski, passed away suddenly on December 11th, 2016. Born in West Islip, New York, he grew up in Lawrenceville, New Jersey and had settled in Philadelphia. in 2007, he graduated from Notre Dame High School, where he performed in many of that school's famed theatrical productions including 'West Side Story' and 'Les Miserables'. He received his Bachelor of Arts in International Studies from American University in 2011. He leaves behind beloved brothers Evan Baranowski and Garrett Eckhoff (wife Heather), his loving Aunt Valerie, cousins Brian and Gordon Mac Millian. and his true love Corin Bellomia. Chris was a kind and gentle soul with an infectious smile and quick wit - easily connecting with people wherever he went. He was passionate about music: listening, composing and performing. He was a voracious reader - he would be seen carrying Proust alongside Ancient Greek Philosophy. He could easily move from Star Wars to Seinfeld to Sartre in a single conversation. He delighted in things gastronomic - preparing meals, enjoying and supporting farm-to-table plates, and debating the nuances of various craft beers. He lived Life. Chris had always tried to improve the lives of others. At a young age, he supported the Mission of the Presbyterian Church of Lawrenceville through various youth groups. More recently, through Chris' work with several Philadelphia non-profits, he brought help and hope to many of the city's disadvantaged. Chris was taken from us all far too soon. There is an immense void where there once was laughter and joy. We loved him so much and we take comfort in knowing he touched so many lives. - Vicki and Rich Baranowski Visiting hours for Chris will be held on Friday December 16th at 2-4pm and 6-8pm at Poulson & Van Hise Funeral Directors 650 Lawrenceville Rd (Route 206) Lawrenceville, New Jersey 08648. Additional calling hours will be held on Saturday morning from 9:30-10:30 AM at The Presbyterian Church of Lawrenceville 2688 Main Street (Route 206) Lawrenceville, NJ 08648. Funeral services will follow at 11AM at the church. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to: Philabundance www.philabundance.org or to the Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society phillypaws.org