Claude Kim Christian Obituary

February 4, 2022

Matt Hechinger wrote a sympathy message

“I'm lucky to have known Claude. I'm lucky to have shared so many hours on the road laughing with him, so many years and so many occasions where I considered him a member of our family. What an incredibly kind and warm person, and I'm sorry I can't be there with you today to tell you all this in person. I'm so very sorry for your loss. I will truly miss him.”

February 3, 2022

Jesse Rudoy wrote a sympathy message

“Some of my fondest memories of growing up are of going to visit my grandparents in Washington DC. And Claude is such a big part of those memories. He was often the first person I'd see when I got off the train and he'd always welcome me back to town with warm, meaningful conversation and the hard rock station on the radio dial. He was a crucial and beloved presence in my grandparents' lives and I hope he knows how much that meant to all of us. Sending my deepest condolences to you all.”

February 3, 2022

Amanda Simpson wrote a sympathy message

“I have such wonderful memories of Claude and am so saddened to hear of his passing. He was such a kind, cheerful man who so generously gave his time to help my family whenever we needed him. From when I was a little girl, I fondly remember Claude always scooping me up in a warm bear hug whenever he greeted me. I’ll miss him dearly.”

February 3, 2022

Alex Vlack wrote a sympathy message

“I remember Claude so fondly. His devotion to my grandparents was absolute, and you could feel it in his warm smile, his big hug, his easy laugh. I’ll miss him.”

February 3, 2022

Ross Hechinger wrote a sympathy message

“Claude was major part of our family for decades. He worked at the Hechinger Company for years before he worked for our father, John Hechinger, until he passed away in 2004. He continued to work tirelessly for our mother June Hechinger until she passed away in 2015. During that time he generously offered his time to help the extended Hechinger family in any way asked, from driving families to airports, to helping grandchildren move across the country. He always had a fabulous attitude!”