Christopher Raymond Kreski

KRESKI Christopher Raymond Kreski age 42, beloved husband of Dawn Veesart Kreski, died Monday, May 9, 2005, at the Connecticut Hospice of Branford, of lung and brain cancer. A Monroe resident, Chris was a New Jersey native. He earned a BFA from New York University in 1984. An esteemed, creative fixture at MTV Networks for more than 15 years, he most recently served as Editorial Director. His credits as a television head writer include The Daily Show, The Martin Short Show and the World Wrestling Entertainment. A New York Times best selling author, Chris collaborative published works include: Growing Up Brady with Barry Williams, Star Trek Memories, Star Trek Movie Memories, and Get A Life with William Shatner, Life Lessons from Xena Warrior Princess and most recently, Perfect I'm Not, with David Wells. The only talent that eclipsed his way with the written word was his gift for instilling laughter and joy with his uniquely ebullient and mischievous spirit. Survivors in addition to his beloved wife Dawn of 18 years, are his three children that he was so devoted to, Amelia Rose, Noah Tyler and Sam Nolan. Cherished son of Lucy (Oliveri) and Raymond Kreski (deceased). Adored grandson of Amelia and Philip Oliveri (both deceased), loving brother to Lisa and brother-in-law to Tom Brutofsky and beloved Uncle to Tom, Tony and Tyler Brutofsky, as well as precious nephew of Theresa and Leroy DeMaio. Much loved cousin to Anthony and Roy DeMaio and their families. Family and friends are invited to attend the funeral on Saturday, May 14, 2005 at 11:30 a.m. in St Jude Church 707 Monroe Tpke., Route 111 Monroe, with a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will be at the convenience of the family. Friends may call on Friday, May 13, 2005 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Spadaccino Community Funeral Home, 315 Monroe Tpk., Route 111, Monroe, 06468. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the Connecticut Hospice Inc., Homeport Cove, 100 Double Beach Roa, Branford CT 06405-4906