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Christopher Rogers Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden death of Christopher (Chris) at age 35. Chris was the beloved son of Wayne and Vera (nee Nickoloff) and proud brother of Ian, all of Toronto. He was a much adored cousin of Brenda and Scott (Stevens), Beverley (Nickoloff), Barbie and Robert (D'Andrea), and Brian and Angela (Nickoloff) and will be sadly missed by his second cousins Jennifer, Lindsay and Jordan. Chris will also be missed by his Aunt Gayle and Uncle Ed Simms of Hamilton, and cousins Bradley and Ryan Simms. Chris was born on April 17, 1974 in North York, Ontario. A graduate of Fine Arts at Queen's University, Chris was a gifted artist with boundless potential. He loved to work with his hands, expressing his artistic ability through painting and woodworking. His greatest enjoyment was found in Northern Ontario on Kenogami Lake where he spent time building a house with his Dad and brother. He aspired to become a father and build a family. Sadly, his young life was cut short. Chris' handsome smile and gentleness will be greatly missed and fondly celebrated by all who loved him. Friends and family are welcome to share memories and celebrate Chris' life on Sunday, November 1, 2009 from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the R.S. Kane Funeral Home (6150 Yonge Street, south of Steeles). A short service and interment to be held in Kirkland Lake, Ontario at a later date. If desired, memorial donations may be made to St. Stephen's Community House, 260 Augusta Avenue, Toronto, ON M5T 2L9 416-964-8747.
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Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Rogers
31 Entries
November 27, 2009
Dear Wayne and Vera
We were extremely saddened and shocked to hear today the devastating news about Chris. We have happy memories of him and Thomas playing together as small children. We are very, very sorry and want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and Ian at this tragic time.
Josephine and Martyn Hall
Lancashire, England
November 10, 2009
I am very sorry to learn of Chris' passing. My thoughts are with his family. Kitty Scott
Daphne Hart
November 10, 2009
Dear Wayne and Vera,
I just learned last night that you had lost your son Chris. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy. He was a wonderful looking young man and obviously had a positive effect on the lives of those who knew him. With affection, Daphne
Regan McDonell
November 5, 2009
I am so terribly saddened to hear this tragic news today. I loved Chris dearly, and the impact he had on on my life is immeasurable. His spirit will live on for me forever. My deepest condolences to his family and friends.
John McLachlin
November 5, 2009
I am deeply saddened by this news. Chris always had a smile for me when we ran into each other on the street.
My sincerest condolences to his family and friends.
Peter T (Hill Group)
November 5, 2009
My condolences to Chris' Family & Friends. Chris will be missed by me. I got to know him doing service work for others. He had a generosity of Spirit that will always be remembered.
Lee Richmond
November 4, 2009
I can remember seeing Chris in Toronto after his first major show sold out. He was super stoked. We had met him through Matt, a childhood friend from Kirkland Lake. What a huge loss to the International Art Scene. He was so great and so talented...
Lee Richmond
Jan Allen
November 4, 2009
I knew Chris as a bright light and endlessly talented art student at Queen's. I'm very sorry to learn of his passing: my heartfelt condolences go out to his family.
November 4, 2009
I was very saddened to hear of Chris' passing and send my condolences to his family. I remember Chris well from his time at Queen's and at the Union Gallery where he spent several years helping it to grow and flourish. He was a very talented artist and I was happy to have the opportunity to get t know him. He will be missed.
Jocelyn Purdie
Director, Union Gallery
Queen's University, Kingston
November 4, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. Chris was my son Matthew,s first friend in kindergarten and they remained good friends until grade 8. I always remember his beautiful smile and soft gentle spirit. He was such a such a talented artist. I saw him last June. He still had the beautiful smile and had become a strong handsome man. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with Vera, Wayne and Ian. He will be missed but always remembered with love. Love, Elizabeth
Matthew Dakin
November 3, 2009
I can't imagine my life if I had not met Chris. He inspired me constantly from the get go, and was largely responsible for making me follow my dreams to become a photographer.
I wish I could be back in Toronto to be closer to the Rogers in this time of sorrow. My thoughts are with you everyday.
I Love you Chris.
Ian Jordan Rogers
November 3, 2009
Chris, I love you dearly. I feel lonely for the first time in my short life. People tell me you were proud of your young brother, but not nearly as proud as I was and am of you. I will continue to make you proud and your spirit will remain with me for ever and live on.
Phoebe Kmeck
November 3, 2009
I am devastated for Ian, Vera, and Wayne. I have always held Chris in high regard from the revering love of his kid brother and my dear friend, Ian. I am in NYC and learned of his passing today through our friend Matti. I am earnestly praying for healing and comfort for Ian and the entire Rogers family. Please accept my deepest sincere sympathies for this immeasurable loss.
Elaine Catherine Quigley Savor
November 3, 2009
Dear Vera and Ian Rogers Family as well as Bevery Nickloff and & Family members:
I wish to pass on the deepest sympathies of Helga & Karen Wendl and myself, Elaine Quigley Savor at this time of great sorrow. You are in our prayers.
Daniel (Dac) Chartrand
November 2, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies. Some of the greatest summers were spent hanging out with him at the lake. It's been many years but I always heard good things through mutual friends. He will be missed.
Greg Hefford
November 2, 2009
I hadn't seen Chris for years until I ran into him at the gladstone last new years eve. We had a few drinks and reminisced about our fallen art careers, both astounded that we remembered so much of each others work. it was a great evening.
Greg Hefford
Matthew Curran
November 1, 2009
On my first day of Kindergarten I met Chris and he became my very first friend. I followed him from Kindergarten to Grade 8, always in amazement of his various talents whether it be skateboarding or his art. He was talented but he was also a very kind and honest individual. I always cherished my childhood friendship with Chris and he will forever be in my thoughts and memories. My sincere condolences go to his family.
Judi Thomas (nee Gauthier)
November 1, 2009
On behalf of all his old friends from Bayview EMS (Class of '88), may you rest peacefully. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Otis Tamasauskas
November 1, 2009
"very sad news, I remember Chris with his beaming smile, and love for art, it is very true, he had boundless potential."
Otis T, Queen's University, Kingston, On
Tarver
November 1, 2009
I just found out about this tragedy today too late to attend the visitation. I did not know Chris very long, but the few brief times I worked with him over the last year or so I got to know him a bit and I really liked him. I will miss him. Condolences to Chris's family. I know he loved you.
Rosemary H.
November 1, 2009
So sad to hear this news. Chris was such a talented artist and a lovely person. My condolences to his family.
Michael Millar
November 1, 2009
Chris was a great artist and a great friend. He was passionate about art, film and music and taught me so much about all three. I know he is loved and missed by his friends and family and he had an enormous impact on my life while we were at Queen's University and beyond. May the Good Lord shine a light on you, Chris. Your friend, Mike Millar
Ben Kelly
November 1, 2009
I have nothing but the best memories of growing up with Chris. He was one of the most genuine people i've ever met.
Scott C
November 1, 2009
I do not know Chris's family, however, my deepest condolences to them for their loss of such a wonderful soul. I am thankful for the picture, as it captures Chris in a way I would choose to remember him. He will be missed by many, and his absense at our weekly meeting will be noticed. Please find faith, and rest assured he is at peace. Scott C.
Chad Arney
October 31, 2009
No words can express the void that is left in Chris's absence. We will all miss Chris carismatic presence when he was around, and the passion in which he expressed himself. Thanks Chris for being part our lives. May you live on in our memories.
October 31, 2009
rest in peace.
October 31, 2009
Our condolences to Chris' family. Chris was a special friend to our boys and we know they will miss him.
Paul and I extend our sympathy to Vera and Wayne. The hardest part of parenting is the fear of losing a child and there are no words to ease the pain you must feel at this time. We wish you strength and comfort from many family and friends and all those whose lives Chris touched personally and through his art.
Take care
The Arneys
October 31, 2009
So sad to hear about Chris, he was such a lovely person. I am sure he will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
My deepest sympathies to his family.
Claire McMullan
October 31, 2009
what a sadness. my heart goes out to his family.
Jennifer DiNardo-Petty
October 30, 2009
Although I haven't spoken to or seen Chris in over a decade he made a profound impact on my life. He was one of a kind. I was very sad to hear of his passing. Courage and strength to all his loved ones.
October 30, 2009
Chris was a beautiful human being.
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