Christopher R. Massaferi

Christopher R. Massaferi, 52, of Newark, passed away with his family by his side at Christiana Hospital on Monday, October 8, 2012.

Born in Wilmington, Chris graduated from Alexis I. duPont High School and the University of Delaware, majoring in Criminal Justice. He was a graduate of the Central Florida Criminal Justice Center in Orlando Florida, and served as a police officer for the Delaware River and Bay Authority. Chris was the DDC Supervisor for the Delaware Safety Council, managing the various educational safety programs in Defensive Driving, DUI, and dedicated countless hours promoting safe driving in our state. Before his death, Chris worked as a manager for the AAA Mid-Atlantic Foundation for Safety and Education. His clients included civic groups, corporations, and schools in Delaware and New Jersey. A dedicated runner, Chris was also a voracious reader of military history and politics and enjoyed Saturday morning coffee with Papa. His true love, however, was UD Football, and was a season ticket holder for over 25 years. He enjoyed watching football practice, and traveling with the Blue Hen Touchdown Club.

Chris is survived by his parents, Robert and Caroline Massaferi; his brother Bob, and his special niece, Sarah.

Family and friends are invited to a visitation at the Doherty Funeral Home, 3200 Limestone Road, Pike Creek on Sunday, October 14 from 2 to 4 pm.

The family wishes to thank Dr. Pamela Simpson and everyone at the Helen Graham Cancer Center, and Vitas Hospice for their support.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Helen F. Graham Cancer Center, 4735 Ogletown-Stanton Road, Newark, DE 19713.

To offer condolences, visit
www.dohertyfh.com
302-999-8277

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Published by The News Journal from Oct. 12 to Oct. 13, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Massaferi

27 Entries

Ellie Quinn

October 22, 2012

To the Massaferi family,

I am sorry to hear about your loss. I have worked with Chris through our AAA Safety Patrol Program. He was a nice man & always helpful. He will be missed.

Kelly Ford Stacy

October 20, 2012

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Massaferi, I was so saddened to hear of Chris' passing. He was so kind to me many years ago when my car was involved in an accident...promoting driving safety through wearing seatbelts. He was a true gentleman.

Mark Melillo

October 17, 2012

My condolences to the Massaferi family.....I went to UD with Chris he was an avid fan and I always enjoyed talking with him about Hens football. Most importantly, Chris was a man of integrity and character and he will be missed. Gone much too soon, but he is in a better place now. God bless.....

October 17, 2012

I am so so sorry for your loss. I will keep Chris and all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Fondly, Maria Panico

Marvin Holladay

October 16, 2012

To the Massaferi family, I am deeply saddened by your loss. His kindness, ethics, and understanding were greatly appreciated. He was very kind towards everyone and seemed to always reflect a smile whether internal or external. It truly was a pleasure knowing Chris and working with him over the last few years; he was a very nice friend and co-worker. We shared many conversations and laughs. It truly was an honor and a blessing knowing him and he will be greatly missed. This world will be a much better place if people were as genuine as he was. My sympathy and prayers to the family.

Barbara Burcham

October 16, 2012

Bob and Caroline-We are all so sorry to hear of Chris's passing. We have known your family for years and always looked forward to seeing him for his visits. Thoughts and prayers to your entire family. Dr. Weinstein and girls

Jack Cawman

October 15, 2012

Having worked with Chris at the Delaware Memorial Bridge during his stay with us I can say without reservation that our world is a lot lonelier without him. A true gentle soul that will be missed. Sympathies to his family.

October 15, 2012

To the Massaferi family, I am deeply saddened about your loss. Chris was one of the most ethical and kind people I have ever known. I admired his honesty and kindness towards others. I met Chris years ago when I worked at the power company and was part of the safety committee. It was an honor to be a friend and coworker. Chris will definitely be missed by many. GOD Bless, Loretta Viner

Myron Buck

October 15, 2012

My deepest sympathies. I will miss Chris.

Chris Bratun

October 15, 2012

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Maureen Alfieri

October 14, 2012

The thoughts and prayers of the Alfieri and Sweeney families go out to you for your loss.

October 14, 2012

So sorry to the Massaferi family for the loss of Chris. We wish the best to the family especially our niece Sarah and her dad Bob. Love, Steve, Stacy and Brian Wright

Vince Abrams

October 13, 2012

Bob and Caroline, I'm very sorry for your loss. I'm flooded with memories from 1st grade through high school with Chris and very sadden by his passing.

Vince Abrams (Overland Park, KS)

Diane Philbin

October 13, 2012

Bob and Caroline: I want you to know how sorry I was to learn about the loss of your son Chris. I remember meeting him when he was just a little boy, so full of pep and personality. He was a delightful young lad then and I'm certain he must have grown up to be equally delightful as a young man. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. With my deepest sympathy,

Rena

October 13, 2012

I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the Massaferi family. I am saddened by the loss of my friend/co-worker. Chris touched so many lives and the grief is felt by all.

October 13, 2012

Bob and family--My thoughts and prayers are with you. Ann Patton retiree Red Clay Palm Beach Gardens Fl.

John Gaworski

October 13, 2012

Sorry for your loss. I worked with Chris at the Delaware River & Bay Authority police dept. years ago. He had a very kind way about him.

Dave Groome

October 13, 2012

I had the pleasure of working with
Chris for a brief time many years ago.
So sorry for your loss and peace be
with you all.

Greg Lachenmayer

October 13, 2012

My heart goes out to all of you. So many fond memories of Chris, Bob, and me playing together!

Donna Jackson

October 12, 2012

We were very sad to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will miss Chris at work.
Donna, AAA Dover office

October 12, 2012

We were saddened to hear of the lost of our co-worker Chris. He was the kindest and most respectful person to have known. We enjoyed the talks we had when he stopped by our office. He will be sadly missed but remembered as one of the best. Our prayers go out to his family. ~Wanda C., Chris B. and David R. AAA - NOC

Susan Meade-Beachell

October 12, 2012

On behalf of the Mid-Atlantic Foundation for Safety and Education, our entire staff sends our sincere sympathy and condolences to the Massaferi Family. Chris was a well-respected colleague who represented our Foundation in a professional and compassionate way. We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time.

Ann & Ron McGinnis

October 12, 2012

We are extrememly saddened to learn of Chris' passing. I have great memories of his athletic abilities in football and baseball, as well as being a very likeable young man. My wife and I offer heartfelt prayers over your great loss.

Chris

October 12, 2012

Peace be with Chris' family. Will miss seeing him at UD football games

Claire Abrams

October 12, 2012

I am so so sorry for your loss. Many memories of Chris and my son, Vince, when they were growing up. You are in my prayers.

October 12, 2012

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