Born 12/09/1967 in St. Louis Missouri to Dr. and Mrs. Roderick C Haff. Chris attended Winston Churchill High School and graduated from Texas Military Institute (class of 1986), continuing on to Southern Methodist University where he studied Economics/Finance and graduated class of 1990. At SMU he was a proud member and rush chairman of the Alpha Tau Omega fraternity, where he made numerous lifelong friends. A serial entrepreneur, he was passionately pursuing his avocation up until his passing.
He is predeceased by his grandfathers; Christopher William Mitchell Ling and Alexander Haff, and his grandmothers; Priscilla Mary Ling, Blanche Haff, and Jean Ling, as well as his Uncle James Tateyama.
He is survived by, Catherine Holliman Cocke, son Christopher Haff, stepsons Marshall, Patton, and Thomas Cocke, daughter Alayna (Gabby) Haff, parents Roderick and Veronica Haff, brother Will Haff (wife Jenni, and children Laney(Ty and Crew) Tanner, Polly, Sam, and Pete.) brother Alexander (Rory) Haff, as well as Aunt Alexandra Haff Tateyama and numerous relatives.
We are saddened by his loss, but we celebrate his ineffable personality, indelible spirit, and inimitable capacity to love. Puffer never met a stranger, and his uniquely ebullient demeanor means the world is lesser for his loss; he will always be missed but never forgotten.
Chris had a lifelong love and affinity for animals; from dogs to horses to chickens to his favorite two friends: Otto and Ottolie. In lieu of flowers we are asking that any donations be directed towards:
The Farmyard Animal Sanctuary and Petting Zoo:
30250 Leroy Scheel Rd.
Bulverde, TX 78163
Chris and I spoke many times about how we could help this organization and Cheri Hallisey protect her land and animals. She has given so much to the animals and children of this community and I know helping her would honor his memory.
We will be having a small family blessing at St. Marks in the next few weeks. We would like to follow that on Saturday December 5th with a large celebration of his life here at The Property in Bulverde with music, food and happy camaraderie to honor his wishes of a joyful farewell rather than a mournful goodbye. Everyone who knew Chris is welcome and the entire event will be held outdoors in the interest of social distancing.
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