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Christopher Cartwright Obituary
He was a native of Newport News and had been a resident of Pennsylvania for the last four years.
Mr. Cartwright was an Aircraft Maintenance Inspector for New World Aviation; he started his aviation career with Rick Aviation. He was general manager of Atlanta Air Salvage, where he recovered aircrafts all over the world and made friends everywhere he went. In his spare time he enjoyed learning about military history, especially WWII. He was a 1980 graduate of Peninsula Catholic High School and a member of the Church of Latter Day Saints.
Chris was preceded in death by his brother, Vernon 'Tri' Cartwright.
Survivors include his wife, Olga I. Cartwright and their son, Alex; daughter, Jessica A. Cartwright; two sons, Jason and Jarrod D. Cartwright; parents, Shirley A. and E. Vernon Cartwright; father and mother-in-law, Igor and Elena Izon; brother, Walter P. Cartwright and his wife, Rachael; and many other loving relatives and dear friends.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16, at Peninsula Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Newport News First Ward with burial to follow in Peninsula Memorial Park.
Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Cartwright
November 3, 2009
Bro. and Sis. Cartwright,
My heart is full upon learning of the death of Chris. The pain of your loss is great, but Father knows you and will comfort you. Our prayers go out to you and your family.
Jim & Susan Franklin
October 22, 2009
SHIRLEY & VERNON,
I KNOW YOUR LOSS IS GREAT BUT REST ASSURED OUR HEAVENLY FATHER KNOWS YOUR PAIN AND WILL COMFORT YOU IN THIS TIME OF YOUR LOSS.
LOVE AND OUR PRAYERS,
SUSIE & TOM WELLINGTON
Robert Mayo
October 20, 2009
Dear Vernon and Shirley,
I just heard about Chris and I am so sorry. You are in my thoughts and prayers and I know He will keep you strong.
Warm Regards,
Bob Mayo
Erin Knecht
October 19, 2009
Alex,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We are thinking of you at school.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Knecht
Robert Phelps
October 18, 2009
Dear Vernon, Shirley and all Chris's Loved ones,
My sister saw the notice and sent it on to me. I am heart broken to hear this news. Chris and I had lost touch for a number of years after I left Newport News in pursuit of my flying career. We caught up again in April this year and he seemed hopeful that his illness was behind him. We spoke of many of the milestones we both had and it was much like we had not spoken in weeks not years. Chris was helpful in my early flying and was there the day I soloed in a Cessna 152. So many stories listened to and told in that old hangar by the gate.
Chris really took a great deal of pleasure in the birth and lives of his children and enjoyed aviation and those spoke and lived it.
Anyone who knew Chris was better for the experience.
October 16, 2009
Dear Vernon and Shirley,
I was so sorry to read about Chris's passing in the NNHS newsletter tonight. Please know that Harry and I send our prayers and love to you both. May the Lord give you comfort and peace.
Ruth and Harry Horace
October 16, 2009
Dear Vernon and Shirley,
I was so sorry to read about Chris's passing in the NNHS newsletter tonight. Please know that Harry and I send our prayers and love to you both. May the Lord give you comfort and peace.
October 16, 2009
Dear Vernon,Shirley,Walter and Family,
We are so very sorry to learn about Chris. Please know that you are in our
thoughts and prayers. We hope your pain will soon be replaced with loving memories. Sincerely in love and friendship, Denise and Tom Wilbern
Vicki Linkous Sterling
October 16, 2009
Shirley and the Cartwright family,
I am so sorry to hear about your son's passing. You and your family will be in my prayers. Let me know if I can do anything for you at this difficult time.
love,
Nancy Houston
October 16, 2009
I have alway believed God doesn't take you a moment before your time yet it's hard for those who loved him to agree with His choice.
I watched Chris grow into a terrific man through the proud and loving eyes of his parents. I feel I've lost a dear, dear friend.
I can't imagine the depth of your sorrow but know that I love you all and always will. The Cartwrights are very special to me and to our community.
October 16, 2009
Dearest Shirley, Vernon and Walter, Mannie and I are overwhelmed with grief to learn that our special friend has died. Chris was the most beautiful young man - smart, loving, genuine. We will miss him but know we will see each other again in heaven. We hope your heavy hearts lighten each day that passes. God is always good. With love and great sympathy, "Smokey" and Fredi Branch
Phillip Powell
October 15, 2009
The Cartwright Family,
I was so sorry to hear of your lose. The Powell Family Pray that the Lord comfort you, and give you peace. Thanks for allowing us to share time with Chris when he worked in the Atlanta, GA area. Chris will be Missed.
Phil Powell (NTSB-Retired)
October 15, 2009
Vernon Jr. & Shirley.
Felix and I were shocked at this loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and always. We will be in touch.
Sincerely,
Felix and Carolyn Lane
Bob & Fran Gwaltney
October 15, 2009
Aloha Vernon & Shirley,
Fran & I are shocked at the news of Chris's death. We had such a pleasant visit just a few days age, something like this incomprehensible. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sincerely,
Bob & Fran Gwaltney
October 15, 2009
Aloha Vernon & Shirley,
Fran & I are shocked at the news about Chris. We had such a pleasant visit just a few days back and couldn't imagine such a tragic loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God be with you.
Sincerely,
October 15, 2009
Mr. and Mrs. Cartwright,
I am so sorry to hear about Chris. He and I and Mike Conway were the best of friends for so many years. I have tried to find Chris on the internet several times, actually just last month. I will always regret that I was too late. My thoughts are with you.
Susan Powell
Peninsula Catholic High School
carrie barfield
October 15, 2009
We are so sorry for your famlies loss. Olga,shirley & Vernon will always have a special place in my heart.I hope and pray that your family will soon be able to heal from this loss. Chris was a great man & I have many great memories to cherish.We love you guys and God bless you.
Carrie
October 15, 2009
To the Cartwright Family,
I am so sorry for your lose. You are in my prayers.
Maggie Vaughan
Peninsula Catholic, Class of 1980
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