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Christopher Garceau Obituary
PORT CLINTON: Christopher J. Garceau, 54, of Port Clinton, Ohio passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2014 at his residence. He was born on December 30, 1959 in Marion, Ohio to the late Richard J. and Mary Carol (Keenan) Garceau. He graduated from Port Clinton High School and then went on to Terra Community College where he obtained his licensure and pursued continuing education.
Chris was owner and CEO of South Shore Mobile Home Service in Port Clinton. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church; member of the NHRA-National Hot Rod Association; member of Alcoholics Anonymous; and a member of TEAM Life.
He had a passion for racing. He was a well-loved and highly respected fixture at the Norwalk Raceway for the past 25 years. He won many races and was most proud of his win at the Fun Ford Weekend where he clinched the King Ford title. He also enjoyed camping, fishing, boating, waterskiing, spending time with his canine companion, Windsor, and most importantly, being with the love of his life, his fiance', Lori Wade.
Survivors include his sisters: Mary Anne (Doran) McMahon, Austin, Texas; Mary Francis (Tom) Rodan, Norfolk, Virginia; brother: Richard (Jodi) Garceau, Chagrin Falls, Ohio; fiance', Lori Wade and her daughters: Mandi Scott Franks and Kristen Scott; nieces and nephews: Caroline, Kaylee, and Cade Coffee; Keenan and Claire Garceau; Stephanie and Brian Rodan; great niece: Alaina Rodan; and his faithful black Labrador, Windsor. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation will be held on Monday, October 27, 2014 from 2-4 and 6-8pm at the Neidecker, LeVeck & Crosser Funeral Home, 1124 Fulton Street, Port Clinton. On Tuesday, October 28, 2014 a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Father John Missler at 10am at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 414 Madison Street, Port Clinton, with burial to follow at Riverview Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Stein Hospice or to the American Cancer Society.
Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.neideckerleveckcrosser.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Garceau
November 2, 2014
Such a great loss for so many.
Jennifer Davis-Graffin
October 29, 2014
The Garceau Family, I'm so sorry to hear about Chris. You're in my prayers.
October 29, 2014
Our deepest condolences- Chris assisted us with our mobile home and he was truly a professional and a joy to work with-we considered him our friend-we will miss him-Dave and Deb McNichols
Barbara Distel
October 28, 2014
I was crushed to hear about Chris passing away. He was truly a nice guy. I enjoyed every moment I had an opportunity to talk to him. He was such an incredibly positive and uplifting man. I have no doubt we will see Chris on the other side. Rest with God, my friend.
Renee Mulligan
October 28, 2014
Chris was a kind and giving man. He always had time for someone in need and never lost hope of a better tomorrow for those around him. He will be missed by many but never forgotten.
October 27, 2014
chris you were my boss, my mentor,my best friend.. you taught me to be a better man and you did everything to inspire everyone in life. you will be greatly missed by everyone.rip my friend
Kelley's Island 8/29/2009
Brian & Cynthia Minnick
October 27, 2014
We are so sorry to hear about Chris. We will cherish the moments we had with him. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends! He was such a great person!
Bill Rollins
October 27, 2014
Chris was friend, good guy, fellow drag racer and a great boss. He will be truly missed.
October 27, 2014
Chris was a kind and loving man. He will be missed by many lives he touched in a positive manner. I was lucky to have shared some great times with him. He will be with us forever in spirit.
October 27, 2014
SO SORRY PROUD TO CALL HIM OUR FRIEND PAUL KRUGER
Ken Kennedy Jr.
October 26, 2014
Will miss seeing you at the track and talking to you in the staging lanes, what a great person and I'm glad to have had the opportunity experience your personality and kind heart...RIP Chris I'm gonna miss ya"
Jason Fleenor
October 26, 2014
Chris was the best boss anyone could ask for we had alotta good times together. Besides that what a great friend who would help anyone no matter what.Thanks for a great almost 18 years as a boss as most important a true friend.You will be missed.I love you brother.GODSPEED
Tami Carl
October 26, 2014
The most sweet and kind person I had the pleasure of working for. You will be truly missed!!!
tim sutherland
October 25, 2014
you put up a good fight brother ...i will cherish the moments we shared on our lifes journey ....will see you on the other side my friend
tom heineman
October 25, 2014
With great sadness. I will always miss him.
Terry Griffith
October 25, 2014
Sorry to hear about Chris he was a great guy. He moved my park model trailer to a new sight did a fine professional job and was always there to help. May god be with his family
Melisa Fahey
October 25, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends & his Fiancé! He was an incredible man!
October 25, 2014
So sorry to read of Chris passing. He was an all around "Good Guy".I'm glad he was my friend. Jeanette Lindsey
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October 25, 2014
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