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Jules
November 18, 2021
14 years is a long time my friend. I wish you were still here, my sarcasm is going to waste lol but I still miss you.
Lance Salemo
November 17, 2021
A for you and now a for your mom. Hoping you´re together.
Peace cuz.
Lance Salemo
November 21, 2020
❤
NG
November 20, 2020
Thirteen years gone, miss you all the time. A sweet, kind gentle man. Xo
~NG
Jules
November 17, 2020
Thirteen years ago I lost a good friend. Your picture sits on the mantle so I can talk to you during some horrible cooking show. You're missed dearly as always.
Chris Piacente
October 22, 2020
He was always Pleasant and friendly. He is missed by all.
Connie Caruso
November 21, 2017
Can't believe it has been 10 years already. Although I knew you for a few months you made a huge impact on me. Thank you.
November 20, 2017
10 years today... still missing your guts.
Jules
April 26, 2016
Happy Birthday Chris, you are always missed
N
April 25, 2016
Soup dumplings on your Birthday.
April 24, 2016
Another birthday tomorrow. I will always love you.
November 20, 2015
When Halloween rolls around I start dreading the holidays, having Thanksgiving on the way makes me think about you and that you're gone yet another year. Miss you, miss talking to you, and breaking your chops. Next year with a lot of luck, I hope to be opening my own place in the Spring, and wish I had your guidance. Hope your sitting by my shoulder and that you are proud of me.
Jules
November 20, 2015
Miss my pal. Think of you every day.
Lance
November 20, 2015
Love and Peace. Thinking of you.
N G
November 19, 2015
Eight years gone. My heart hurts thinking about it. Rest easy, my friend. Xoxo
file
August 9, 2015
My darling I miss you every single day I look up at the sky and remember how that was the start of our days xxxoooo
jules
December 12, 2014
Been thinking about you lately especially now with the holidays coming up. Not going to be an easy one this year with mom passing a few months ago. No one left but me now and I wish you were here to talk to. Miss you every day.
December 10, 2014
Never forgotten. Miss you.
Kathleen Newman
May 18, 2013
I believe that Chris's dad (Toney File) was brothers with my dad, (John L File)was my dad. I had no idea that Chris had died, until today, 6/16/13.
November 21, 2012
The Food Drive in your honor went really well,, Father Paul read a few great words from the Bible in your honor,, and blessed us,, we all Miss you,,, but no day goes by without you in our hearts,, we miss you !! Watch from Heaven and lite a candle in your memory tonight ~
Lance Salemo
November 21, 2012
Hey Cuz-
God be with you, as you are with us all.
XO
November 19, 2012
Can't believe you've been gone for five years. I still remember receiving that terrible news like it was yesterday. We all miss you so much. I have thought about you every single day since you've been gone. God bless & keep you. Rest in peace, my friend.
March 1, 2012
I think of you when I light a candle in OLQMartyrs,,,, I always say watch over us Chris,, was heaven here with you,,,,Our thoughts & Prayers are with you,, I always text or call Jamie,, on some days ,,, I know it is hard for her,, she lost 2 loved ones,, so close in time,,, we will always be here for her ,,, as well,,,Harry too,, keep close watch as I know you do
,,, :) Pat
Jules
February 28, 2012
To Chris's Sister Jamie and his Mother,
I found out about Chris passing a few months after it happened. Joe Esposito called me to give me the news and I cried like a baby. He was my mentor and my good friend, and to hear he was gone tore through me like a knife. I had called his cell a couple of times and had just figured he was busy between teaching and the restaurant. I still have his cell number on my contacts, just cant bring myself to delete it.
We became very good friends while I was in school, hung out a couple of times and I always had him laughing. He brought me to the restaurant after going to the tattoo show at Roseland, needless to say we both werent feeling much pain lol. I miss him very much and I still have the Christmas card he sent me of his big ole mug.
There isnt a day that passes that I dont miss him.
April 25, 2010
Happy Birthday Chris. We miss you. I'll bet you're celebrating up a storm with Harry. I'm sure you gave him a warm welcome into Heaven.
April 25, 2010
Another birthday in heaven, Chris. You are missed-- rest easy, my friend. Much love...
April 8, 2010
Well Chris, you have another recruit at the Dirty Pierre's in the sky. Please take Denise under your wing & show her the way. One small comfort is that she's in good company.
March 19, 2010
Spring can really hang you up the most.
Lance and family
November 21, 2009
Found myself in Northampton, MA yesterday & today, eating some wonderful food, talking about and thinking of you. Very apropos. Wish you were there to join us Chris. Peace and Love.
November 21, 2009
Thanks for all you've done. I've missed you for so long, I can't believe your gone. You still live in me. I feel you in the wind, you guide me constantly................
November 20, 2009
Miss you all the time- Two years without your smile. Love you Chris.
November 20, 2009
We miss you. Hard to believe it's been two years since you left us. Rest easy my friend.
April 26, 2009
Another birthday has come and gone without you. We miss you. At least now when we think of you and talk about you we are able to laugh a little more, and cry a little less.
Lance and family
April 26, 2009
Happy Birthday Cuz - Raising a glass in your honor. Love
April 25, 2009
Happy Birthday in heaven- Miss you and love you Chris.
Maria Swanson
November 20, 2008
To say you are unforgettable is an understatement. We miss so many things about you--those wonderful dimples when you smiled, your contagious laugh, your sometimes irreverent sense of humor, watching you play fetch in Flagpole Park with Roxie & then Zena. Thanks for the memories, Chris.
Patricia Malley
November 20, 2008
November 20, 2008
CHRIS we were at MASS This day at 8 am in your honor, at Our Lady Queens of Martyrs Church. It is unreal you are not physically with us but we speak of you every day and still think of you, we all miss you and LOVE you brother of Jamie & friend of all of us forever in our hearts !!! Watch over us from heaven !! Love, Pat Malley
November 19, 2008
First year in heaven. I miss you; we all do. Your impact on our lives was overshadowed by your larger that life beauty.
Love and miss you Chris.
Ride forever and hang on tight.
Nathalie Pierre
September 25, 2008
Unbelievable, my condolences to The File family. I just ran into an old AI classmate who advised me of Chef File untimely death. He was an awesome instructor, filled with passion, wisdom, and a Love for the art of cooking. He was quite patient in the classroom and had an ability to make the most difficukt task seem so simple. The folks in heaven are having a feast with you around. God Bless.
Greg Hunt
April 26, 2008
I hope birthdays in heaven are as good as they are here. I will always feel honored that Chris shared his kitchen with me one year as we celebrated New Years. Remember Chris, saltwater air is bad for chrome! Rest easy bro.
Greg Hunt
April 26, 2008
Maria Swanson
April 25, 2008
Well--it's really hard to believe you aren't here to celebrate your birthday. We all miss you so much. You'd better be making a great feast for all of us that have yet to meet you down the road. Thanks for the memories.
February 18, 2008
It is three months since we lost Chris and I'm still waiting for the pain to subside. Everyday something reminds me of him. I thank God for giving an angel to us...even if it was just for a little while.
Carole Roth
January 10, 2008
We met Chris on a cruise many years ago with Denise, Antonella, and Rich. They sat at our table and we had a blast. I do believe that there were a couple of times that we MAY have had a few too many cocktails!! He was such a wonderful and sensitive guy and just really loved his animals. We kept in touch by email all of these years and I sure do miss his emails.
God Bless you Chris!
Love, Carole & Bill Roth, Las Vegas, NV
Raquel Diaz
January 10, 2008
I do not have the words of how STILL to this day this tragedy has affected me. I am in a position of still carrying his name along with his sister and best friend Jamie, with the clubhouse we call Dirty Pierres. I feel his presence everyday more and more. It's comforting to see and feel the support that has outpoured from everyone that stops by just to see how we are all doing. It's wonderful and I thank you all for making it easier for me and for the rest of us.
Parvez Mohsin
January 2, 2008
Dear Mrs. File and Jamie:
Our most sincerest condolences for your loss. We were both frequent visitors of Chri's establishment during our four years in Forest Hills. Chris was always wonderful to us.
Megan and Parvez
Timothy Tait
December 13, 2007
i was in Chef's class at ainy this quarter, and he really brightened my evenings. he was a warm, wonderful man, and a very good teacher. he inspired all of us to be the best that we could be, and he always has that little mischevious twinkle in his eyes.
my sympathy goes out to you in this time of sorry. but know he will live on in the many lives that he has touched. i am blessed to have known him.
Ann Pogue-Campbell
December 10, 2007
Dear Jamie and Mrs. File,
My family and I just learned of Chris' death when I passed by the restaurant and saw the sign.
You have our deepest sympathies. We did not know Chris well, but we chatted often and he always touched us with his kindness and humor. When we got our toy poodles, Chris suggested a vet and gave us tips on food, grooming, everything. When he was smaller, my son would run out the house to greet Chris and Roxie whenever he would see them.
We hope that the great memories that are being shared with you help lighten your grief. Our prayers are with you.
The Campbell Family
Ann, Lloyd, Jessica and Lee
George Salemo
December 8, 2007
Dear Loving Sister and Caring Niece-Sadly I had planned and Chris had anticipated a growing relationship. Chris through the ultimate scarfice left the knowledge that we should take advantage of life now, and cherish the family we have. He touched many people in his splendid life and in his passing will teach us all. Love and I am here to my sister Jean, niece Jamie - Uncle George Salemo.
Betty McKee
December 3, 2007
Dear Jean and Jamie,
My heart goes out to you both. I was absolutely shocked when I heard from my daughter, Victoria, about Chris' death. The one major thing I remember about Chris was his sense of humor. He made my husband, Charlie, laugh, and that was not easy to do. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Betty McKee
Victoria McKee
December 3, 2007
Dear Mrs. file and Jamie,
I just heard about Chris' sudden and tragic passing. I am so sorry for your loss. Way too young. Although I have not seen Chris in years because I hardly ever go back to NY, my brother Hughie does and he sees Chris and fills me in. Chris really is a great guy. Growing up Chris was like a big brother to me. My father, Charlie(who passed 10 years ago) loved Chris. My Dad was the only one who could get away with calling him "Chrissy" and Chris let him know that lovingly! You and Chris are in my prayers. Love, Victoria McKee
Hugh McKee
November 30, 2007
Mrs File and Jamie,
I was just about floored when I heard the news. Chris was a good friend and it had been years since we saw each other, but when we did run into each other, it seemed as if it was only a few weeks ahd passed . My dad, Charlie McKee, thought the world of Chris. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lauren (Esakof) Stransky
November 28, 2007
I went to high school with Chris, and hearing this very sad news compelled me to get out all my yearbooks and read all the hysterical things he wrote in them. He was a great guy who always made you laugh. We will all miss him.
Patricia Malley
November 27, 2007
Harleys and pigs were some of Chris' favorite things in life.. he shared his love of food & spirits with me and talked to me many times...He will remain embedded in my heart and prayers forever - GOD REST HIS SOUL !!
Anne Barbasso Murphy
November 27, 2007
Dear Jamie,
I read of Chris' death while on vacation. I was shocked and saddened by his untimely passing. You and your family are in my prayers. How wonderful it would have been if Chris had been able to give kid's cooking classes at the CH as we had planned!
Farah Baptiste
November 27, 2007
I am a former student of Chef File's from the Art Institute of New York. He had a great sense of humor. I also remember at the end of the semester, as he called each student up for their final grade, he took a moment to write a personal note to each individual, imparting some advice and encouragement for our futures in the food industry. I graduated about 3 years ago and I still have that note.
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Ben & Emmeline
November 27, 2007
To the File family. Chris was a good man and a good friend to many, we will miss him and keep him in our prayers.
God be with you
Lisa Coffey-Shaw
November 26, 2007
To the File Family,
Chef File was a very funny man and very talented. I will miss him. May God Comfort you all.
Christy Fiero
November 26, 2007
We are shocked and saddened to hear the news of Chris's untimely passing. Our sincere condolences to Jaimie, and the whole "Dirty Pierre's" family. ~Christy & Ray Fiero
Leslie Brown
November 26, 2007
To The File Family:
On behalf of the Forest Hills Chamber Of Commerce please accept our condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Connie Caruso
November 26, 2007
I was a student of Chef File at the Arts Institute. He was always a pleasure to be around. He loved to cook and he was a great teacher. He made class fun.Seeing the multitude of people at the funeral today, I know he touched everyone in a special way. He will truly be missed, but always remember that he will always be with us in our hearts.
Margaret Dougherty
November 26, 2007
When Chris & I were little we used to play in Hawthorne Park in front of the Community House.
In our teens & 20’s, we migrated to Flag Pole Park and PS 101. Cant say much about those days here, but if you were there, you understand!
Chris took a girl from my class, to our senior prom. I wore sunglasses & sneakers and Chris wore fringy knee high moccasins and a cowboy hat. We were hysterical...not sure our dates saw the humor. When he was Good Humor man, he wore those same crazy moccasins. He used to enjoy watching kid’s faces when he got out of that truck in those boots!
I didn’t see Chris much in the last 20 years but when I did, we always laughed and I wished I had seen him more.
I wish I had.
Lance Salemo
November 26, 2007
Dearest Aunt Jeanne and Jaime-
Words cannot begin to describe the tumult of emotions surrounding Christopher's passing, but the most resounding of those is LOVE. Our love for him; and his love for us and for life. He lived it fully, and with such gusto. Take comfort knowing that he touched many lives and that he lived doing what he loved. And I'll forever remember how he refered to me: simply "Cuz".
Maria and I want you both to know that if you need anything, anything at all, we're here for you. Our hearts are with you.
Love, Lance
Kai-Wing Leung
November 26, 2007
Chef File was my first Chef Instructor at the Art Institute of NYC that made a impact in my life and taught me a great deal of knowledge and wisedom in culinary arts. It brings great sorrow that we all lost a great Chef so soon but I'm glad I had a golden opportunity to have him as my Chef in my first semseter. We will miss you, Chef.
Peter D'Arienzo
November 25, 2007
Dear Jaime,
I am very sorry to hear about the passing of your brother Chris. I had just seen Chris in the office a few weeks ago. I am glad I had the privilege of being in his company and eating his great food. I'll miss his sense of humor and his good nature. A great guy.
Daniel Rivera
November 25, 2007
Chef File was one my great inspirations and my first Chef Instructor at the Art Institute he was very down to Earth and taught me alot, im gonna miss you Chef
Deborah Hill Stevens
November 24, 2007
Dear Jean and Jamie,
Chris was such a good friend to my brother, Steven. We remember good meals at the restaurant.
Our deepest sympathy.
Duane and Deborah (Hill) Stevens
Michelle Grossman
November 24, 2007
I met Chris in junior high. He was great fun to be with. Forty years have gone by, but I still remember him. I wish I had known him better and longer.
James Stevens
November 23, 2007
Dear Jeanne and Jamie: I am shocked and truly, deeply saddened by this news and even moreso by what it means to the two of you. I know that Chris is an enormous force of life and love to you; I happily lived it growing up and I watched and admired it in recent years. Many joyous thoughts of Chris and the File Family will be with me always. Most sincerely, Jimmy
Bob Lockwood
November 23, 2007
A good friend that will truly be missed. My sincere sympathies to his family.
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