Hey Chris,

I just recently found out you passed. I’m always the last to the party as you know. You are an absolute vision. I looked up to the sky tonight and can see you in the stars, looking after all of us. You’ve taught me so much in the short time I knew you, and I’m still figuring out life. I am struggling, but can move forward knowing you’re looking after all of us from up above. I wish I could have had one last conversation and a big bear hug with you, giving us both inspiration and focus. Until we meet again my friend ❤️

Toni and Mickey Sutherland

Debbie,Joe and Dianne, we are sorry to hear of Christopher’s passing.

We will keep you in our prayers.

My husband and I are so very sorry to hear of Chris' passing. We lived below Chris and Luis in Montgomery, and you couldn't ask for better neighbours. Chris was always so kind, welcoming and even big-brotherly to me when I was new to Canada. Later after we moved away from Canada we kept in touch, and Chris even agreed to be interviewed for my PhD research. When we sat down to skype for the interview, I think we were about two hours into catching up before I remembered I was supposed to do an interview! He was just that sort of guy, and he is missed. My next trip to Canada will be a little quieter now.

Forty years is too short, but Chris seems to have packed an inctedible number of experiences into the time that he had here. I will remember him for his joie de vivre.

My deepest condolences and may your memories of a beloved son, brother and friend bring you strength and comfort. I was blessed to have met Chris and was instantly charmed by his zest for life, irrepressible smile and warm, gregarious and thoughtful personality. A life taken far too soon and may he Rest In Peace.

What a tragedy. Chris was a great guy who loved having fun. He will be missed

I’m so very sorry to hear of Chris’ passing and send my deepest condolences to all of you his family! I had the pleasure of working with Chris and will always remember his laughter and smile, he always made me laugh when I saw him. I feel so blessed to have known him!

My deepest condolences. Chris was such a spark of joy. He came out to many of my live shows and his support (and hugs) were always welcomed.

He will be deeply missed. Wishing all his family and friends my deepest sympathy.

So sorry to learn of Chris’s passing, Time and distance meant less contact the last few years , though I have and will continue to smile when I remember this big fella who was big in heart, energy and spirit. Rest In Peace, Chris.

I first met Chris over brunch on a sunny day at the ship and anchor pub. I liked him right away and knew we’d be great friends. I went to shake his hand after being introduced to him and he said, with arms already wide open, he was a “hugger” and would I mind a hug instead. I said “sure” I then received the biggest, bone crushin’ bear hug I’ve ever gotten in my life! Hahaha! Amazing! Brunch went a little longer that day as they do when the company is awesome, the weather is just right and the drinks are cool and crisp. We came up with our inside joke of a part time ninja that day and would laugh about it each time we saw each other. He was always the one to send a “just thinking of you” text, I loved that so much about him, sometimes I’d beat him to the punch and we’d have a great lil text catch up that always left me feeling so happy and lucky I knew him. To say I’ll miss him is a huge understatement, I simply loved every zany thing about him. I’m happy knowing his suffering over, I’m happy I got to see him one last time at his favourite place on his favourite day surrounded by so many who loved him. Rest easy, Ninja, we’ll see each other again. Xoxoxo

I had the pleasure of meeting Chris at the Ship and Anchor. First thing I thought was that he had a huge personality. I liked him almost immediately. His smile was huge, and he was such a giving person. I'm tall and suffer from back pain. Chris was the only one tall, and strong enough to give my back a crack; which he was happy to do for me on numerous occasions. I'll miss seeing his smiling face around.

I had the privilege of meeting Chris through my daughter Shanon. Yes I remember him being funny, smart, outgoing and just a great guy but what stood out to me the most was his integrity. He was a leader not a follower. I loved the way he spoke about his family. He was fearless in standing up against a wrong. I often thought to myself that here was a young man with immense substance and he’s going to reach the top. Now we are all devastated by the loss of a most dynamic young man. I can not begin to imagine the pain of his family. May the love and support of family & friends bring you strength.

Chris was an amazing, spirited and talented individual. Those of us that were able to share time with him, were truly bessed by his honest nature and his zest for life! I believe he truly made those around him better people. I'm honored to have called him my friend. He will be missed by so many. RIP my friend.

Chris always went out of his way to make everyone feel special. He was always lifting up his friends and full of compliments. I am so grateful to have called him my friend and will miss him greatly.

Chris's amazing hugs and contagious laughter will be sorely missed but always remembered.