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Michelle Hanna-Snyder
January 28, 2009
Nic - I'm soooo sorry to hear about Chris. I won't even try with words, but just know even though much time has passed, you (and he) have never left my heart. Holding you up.
Michelle Hanna-Snyder
Gabe Spitzer
January 27, 2009
Dear Nicole and family -- I am so saddened by this news. I hope you can find a measure of comfort in knowing how many people Chris touched, and how his presence remains. A poet said, it's a fearful thing to love what death can touch ... but it's what makes us human.
Adrienne Ward
January 16, 2009
Dear Nicole and girls,
Always remember you were the light in Chris's eyes. His entire world was focused on how to always make things better for you. I was so fortunate to have gotten to know him over the last year, and he was a beautiful person with such a huge heart. He has touched so many lives in just the short time he was here on this earth, and we were all so blessed to have him as a part of our lives. May God keep you, always with a healing heart.
Robin Turner
January 16, 2009
Nicole, getting to know you and exchanging stories about raising daughters and the daily insanity of life, since joining the Canfield Family, has been a true joy. I am blessed to have been placed in your company. Your strength and love for your family is second to none. Though I never met Chris in person, through your eulogy today, I stand in awe of an amazing husband, father and friend. Your love for Chris has always shined through when you share stories during our family feud lunches. Your are an incredible wife, mother, co-worker and friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you Mikayla,Ashleigh,Ariana and Sydni each day.
Marty and Genny Cory
January 16, 2009
Dear Nicole : Although we did not have the pleasure of of seeing Chris very often, we did hear from the family that he was a wonderful Dad and a devoted husband to you. I know that he loved you and the girls very much and I'm sure he will continue to watch over you and the girls.
Love, Marty and Genny
Rob Peters
January 16, 2009
Nicole and Family,
We are sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Rob, Carie, and Madie
Layla George and Family
January 15, 2009
Dear Nicole and Girls,
It's so hard to sum up such a wonderful person into one paragraph. Chris was such a great person inside and out. I can truely say that he was like a second father to me. I learned so many things from the long lectures he gave to mikayla and the memories we shared. Chris gave the best hugs and always made me laugh. Im truely going to miss him, alot. I hope you know I will always be there for your family in every way. Thank you for sharing so many great times and there will be more to come. Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. With lots of love, Layla, Beau, Sarah, Daniel, Mark, and Michele.
Jena Grosschmidt
January 15, 2009
Chris,
You will forever be missed by many. Your personality and sense of humor was infectious and I know that fond stories of you will be carried on by all who love and mourn you for years to come. Thank you for being a part of my life. Running into your ornery self always brightened my day. Please know that it was a true pleasure to have known you.
Nicole,
Praying for friends to comfort you, faith to uphold you, and loving memories of the incredible journey you and Chris shared to help you smile again. With sincerest sympathy my heart and thoughts are with you.
Ron Flesher
January 14, 2009
Nicole and family,
I am very sorry for your loss. Chris was an incredible person that I was I fortunate enough to have spent time with, got to know better and enjoyed many laughs. He will be deeply missed. My heart and prayers go out to you.
Chrissy Greer-Hutton
January 14, 2009
Nicole,
Your Chris was an amazing man. I've never met a guy so in love with his wife and family. He actually BOUNCED when he spoke of you all.
This world lost a ray of sunshine when he passed. Let us all help you through this awful time. And when the time comes and your kids are old enough, we'll all gather and tell fantastic stories of their Dad.
Matt Smucker
January 14, 2009
Chris was a good man, I had the pleasure of working with him at Friendly's and then followed him to IHOP when he moved there. I've only seen him a few times since we stopped working together, but every time was a cheerful reunion. I speak for many when I say that Chris will be missed.
Amy Ruby-Tidwell
January 14, 2009
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. HIS SMILE WAS INFECTIOUS & HE HAS LEFT HEARTPRINTS ON ALL WHO WERE BLESSED TO KNOW HIM. I WILL NEVER FORGET THE TWINKLE IN HIS EYES WHEN HE WAS SPEAKING OF HIS GIRLS. I TRULY ENJOYED WORKING WITH HIM AT LOUISVILLE. MAY GOD GIVE YOU PEACE AND COMFORT ON THE MANY DIFFICULT DAYS AHEAD.
Carly Stoffer
January 14, 2009
Dear Nicole and girls...
I am so deeply sorry for your loss...He was a really great man, husband and father. He will be truly missed. Know that I am thinking of you and your family.
Christina Buccafurni Coy
January 14, 2009
Nicole and Girls- I am so sorry for your loss. When I think of Chris, I remember how happy he always was, how much he loved you and his contagious laugh heard all the way to the hostess stand. He was an amazing man and God certainly broke the mold when He made Chris. You and your girls are in my thoughts and prayers. I'm here if you need me.
Chris Whalen
January 14, 2009
Nicole,
I was deeply saddened to hear about Chris.
My heart goes out to you in your time of sorrow.
May God bless you and your family now and always.
TERESA MIZNER
January 14, 2009
NICOLE AND FAMILY, WE ARE TRULY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. CHRIS WAS A REALLY GREAT PERSON,HUSBAND,FATHER AND FRIEND. HE WILL BE MISSED! PLEASE KNOW WE ARE ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU AND THE GIRLS. YOUR IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. WE LOVE YA! RON,TERESA,RICKY AND FAMILY
Jennifer Turney
January 14, 2009
Nicole and girls,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you and your family. You know that all of us are here for you and your girls, to help you in any way you may need. Your girls will know how wonderful their father was by the memories of those who knew him. You are in my thoughts and prayers!
Jandra Cotts
January 14, 2009
Nicole and family,
Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer. May the peace which comes from the memories of the love you shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Betty Hemsley
January 14, 2009
Dear ones, we worked with Chris for a while at Sub. Med. lab. He always bragged about his little girls.! We know Heaven is more precious now because he is Home.
Charity Davis
January 14, 2009
Nicole and girls,
While we have not met, I feel as though I know all of you through the conversations I've had with Chris during his transition to Mercy Medical Center. He shared how happy and lucky he was to have the chance to spend so much time with his beautiful daughters. He would light up when he talked about his family, so know that you were all the center of his world. I trust that his daughters will carry with them the love he had for them and the great memories they've created. He had a zest for life and a great energy that he brought to everything he did and everyone he met (jokingly called himself the loud bald guy). I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss and offer my sincerest condolences. He will be missed here at Mercy.
Renee Day
January 14, 2009
Nicole and family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Chris. With his willingness to help in whatever way he could, he truly became someone I depended on while working with him. My thoughts are with you during this trying time.
Kevin Mayle
January 14, 2009
Dear Debbie I am so sorry to hear about your loss of Chris. He was a great person and all liked by all who used to work with him at Voca/Rescare. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Please feel free to call me anytime.
Alicia and Mike Thane
January 14, 2009
Nicole,
We are so sorry for your loss. Nothing can be said to soften your pain, but please know that you are in our thoughts every waking moment and we will do anything we can to help you and the girls.
Cathy Guyan
January 14, 2009
Rest in peace, Chris. You have left a wonderful legacy in your girls and through the love you shared with them and our Nicole. You will live on through all of them -- Mikayla, Arianna, Ashleigh, Syndi and especially Nicole --and they will always be protected by your love.
Kristi Krisher
January 14, 2009
Your family and you are such special people. Chris was amazing and I feel quite blessed to have known him. There are many great memories I have of both time spent with Chris and you. I am thinking of you always Nicole.
Shirley Campolieto
January 14, 2009
Chris was a very nice young man. I remember when he use to come visit my home when he was in school. My sincere sympathy to his entire family. May Jesus be a source of comfort in this most difficult time.
Tiara Bailey
January 14, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jessica Bartolone
January 13, 2009
Nicole, I'm so sorry. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Chris had a contagious sense of humor and a genuine and sincere heart that will never be forgotten. He was such an animated storyteller and always full of energy....Sharing in your sorrow with love and friendship...J. Ro.
Ruth Harris
January 13, 2009
I am so sorry that you have lost your sole mate. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time. Chris was such a sweet person. Today at work Lori was remembering how Chris would come out and sing happy birthday to a table .He will be missed.
Lorie Roule
January 13, 2009
Nicole, our sincerest sympathies to you and the girls. We want you to know that we are thinking of all of you and you are in our prayers. Love, Lorie, Norman, Natasha, and Alexandra
Melanie Ulrich
January 13, 2009
Nicole and girls,
We love you so much! Not only is my personal family here for you, but you know your "Chili's Family" is always here as well... It's been a blessing to be in you and Chris's life (will never forget your crazy, big wedding!) and get to watch your girls as they grow.... I love you and keep you in my prayers.
Fred Motz III
January 13, 2009
Sorry for your loss. Chris was a great person and will be missed deeply. Your family will be in my prayers.
Kathy Williams
January 13, 2009
Nicole,Mikayla,Ashleigh, Arianna and Sydni; You all have been in our thoughts and prayer's since day one! We saw strength, life and lot's of love thru Chris, he has forever touched our heart's, he was the most energized,funny, loving, husband, father and Rugby Player. We will alway's be here for you and the girls. He will be very truly missed but never forgotten! Love Kathy and Dan Sturtz ( Canton Rugby Club)
Bobby Ross
January 13, 2009
Chris was a good friend of mine back in j.r. high and highschool.I have alot of good memories about him and had alot of fun times together. R.I.P.
J. Stout
January 13, 2009
To Chris's Family, We are praying for you all. Mercy E.R
mARY and HERB BORON
January 13, 2009
Dear Nicole and girls, We did not know Chris very long, but in the short time we did, we cared about him and knew what a great friend he had become to our son, Dan. Our love and prayers to all of you. Herb And Mary Boron.
Kelly Pierce
January 13, 2009
Nicole, you and your family will always be in my prayers and I hope all the love from your friends and family can help you heal. All my love
Jenn Venuto
January 13, 2009
Nicole and family,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. All my love.
Kay Albright
January 13, 2009
Nicole and family
Words can not express your loss, but all those precious memories will keep Chris in your hearts forever. I enjoyed working with Chris and always knew how much his family meant to him. You are in my prayers.
Brett Beamer
January 13, 2009
Nicole and Family,I am very sorry for your loss. Chris was a great friend to me and brought a wonderful gift of joy and happiness to my life. I will remember him everyday. Princess will also mourn your loss.
Nichole Pierce
January 13, 2009
Chris was always so much fun to work with and will be greatly missed. I will have the whole family in my thoughts and prayers through this trying time. God Bless.
Nicole Rowles (Snyder)
January 13, 2009
To Nicole and Children, I am so sorry for your loss.
Andrea Masturzo
January 13, 2009
Nicole and Family -
I am so sorry for your loss - Words can not heal the pain that you are going through right now but prayer will give you peace - Know that my family and I are praying for you and your's through this difficult time - I knew Chris through friends who play Rugby - God Bless you -
Shonda and Madisyn Broyles
January 13, 2009
Nicole,Mikayla,Ashleigh,Arianna,and Sydni
Chris and all of you are like family to me. I love you all so much and I am so deeply sorry. I will always be there for all of you and you all have my love and prayers.
Penny Newman
January 13, 2009
Nicole- There are no words that will ease the sadness. I am so sorry that you and your girls are experiencing such a great loss. Take care of yourself and your children.
Patina Olinger
January 13, 2009
My prayers are with Chris's entire family. He will be truly missed. Chris had such an infectious laugh and always made anyone near him smile. I really enjoyed working with him.
Tina (Robert) Davis
January 13, 2009
To Nicole and all the children: You are in our prayers. May God strengthen and comfort you in this time of sorrow. He will be truly missed. All our love and prayers go out to the family.
Nicole Wyant
January 13, 2009
Chris, You were the love of my life. I cherish the 11 years I had with you. Our children were the light of your life and they love you very much. You were my strength and now I will be yours. I will always remember and love you. Be at peace my love. Nicole
Carol & George Deme
January 13, 2009
Dear Nicole, Mikayla, Ashleigh, Arianna & Sydni,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and forever. Take comfort in knowing that he loved all of you dearly. We love you, too, and will always be here for you.
TINA DAVIS
January 13, 2009
TO NICOLE, AND CHILDREN.. I AM SORRY TO HEAR THE LOST OF A GREAT PERSON, I THANK GOD FOR CHRIS. HE WAS A VERY GOOD PERSON, WORKING WITH HIM HAD INSPIRED ME TO GO BACK TO SCHOOL WITHOUT HIS HELP I WOULD STILL BE WORKING. YOU GUYS ARE IN MY PRAYERS AND IF THERE IS ANYTHING THAT I CAN DO PLEASE CONTACT ME.
connected by Angels
January 13, 2009
Losing my husband suddenly 3 yrs ago. I know your pain, We have 2 young children as well. Please feel free to contact me I know some great support groups for your children thru Reeds. Also some great websites that help more then anything...May you find some peace in your memories. God Bless
James & Pamela Masturzo
January 13, 2009
Dearest Nicole and Beautiful Granddaughters: We are so blessed to have been the in law (parents) of our wonderful Chris. We loved him as our own son and will NEVER forget him. Thank you Chris for being such a wonderful husband to our daughter, devoted father to our granddaughters, and outstanding son in law. We could never have asked for a more wonderful addition to our family. All our Love Always, Mom and Dad
Mark Botchvaroff
January 13, 2009
Dear Debbie, Shawn and family, we are so very sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in knowing that Jehovah "the God of all comfort" and his son Jesus have a yearning to reunite families by means of the resurrection. I pray and hope to be there to welcome them back.
Hope to hear from you.
Sincerely, Mark, Mimi, Mandy and Tony Botchvaroff
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