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ZARGO, CHRISTOPHER J., age 38, of Jupiter, Florida passed away on Friday, November 24, 2006 from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. Born and raised in Bridgeport, Connecticut, he was a 1986 graduate of Bullard Havens Technical School where he studied the electrical trade. In 1987 he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps where he proudly served his country during the 1989 invasion of Panama and the 1991 Liberation of Kuwait in Operation Desert Storm where he was awarded the Naval Achievement Medal. Upon completion of his military service, Chris became a member of the Miami Dade Fire Department in November of 1995. He attained the rank of Lieutenant and received numerous commendations during his eleven year career with the department. After the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, Chris drove from Florida to New York and volunteered his time to assist with the search and recovery at the World Trade Center site. He loved New York City and was honored to serve alongside his brothers from the FDNY during the aftermath of our nation's greatest tragedy. He is survived by his fiance, Stephanie Gerald of Jupiter, his mother, Irene of Bridgeport, Connecticut, his father, Leonard Sr. of Port St. Lucie, Florida, his brothers, Leonard Jr. of Brookfield, Connecticut and Erik of Jacksonville, Florida and two nephews, Maxwell Ian and Nicholas Shane. Chris leaves behind numerous family, friends and professional colleagues who were deeply touched by his presence. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that a donation be made in his memory to one of the following charitable organization: His House, 2000 N.W. 47 Avenue, Hector Building 2, Opalocka, Florida 33055; The Marine Corps Heritage Foundation, P.O. Box 3008, Princeton, New Jersey 08543; The Smile Train, 245 Fifth Avenue, Suite 2201, New York, N.Y. 10016. A memorial service in celebration of Chris' life will be held on Sunday, December 3 at 1:00pm at Metro Dade Fire Fighters Memorial Building, 8000 N.W. 21st Street, Miami, Florida. To visit this Guest Book Online, go to www.MiamiHerald.com/obituaries.

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Published by the Miami Herald on Nov. 30, 2006.

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Sheila George

August 17, 2014

I just found out early this year of Chris's passing..he and I worked together at Atlantic ems together in ft Lauderdale..for 2 years. .he was by far the best partner I ever worked with and my dear friend..and one of the best human beings I've ever known..I am completely heartbroken..I have made a memorial in his honour. .if anyone would like a copy you can find me on Facebook under sheila burrell George..r I p my dear friend and guardian angle

Dana Hester

November 25, 2013

God Bless You my fellow shop mate, we all miss you .

March 26, 2012

Happy birthday Chris 2012 luv you miss you

March 26, 2011

Happy b-day chris another year luv you & miss u every day

March 26, 2010

happy 41 Chris We luv and miss you very much not a day goes by without you in it

March 26, 2009

There is music in heaven today Happy B-Day
Chris love you and miss you everyday

tracy simone

March 26, 2008

Happy 40th Chris we all miss and love you very very much

tracy simone

March 26, 2007

Happy Birthday Chris we all miss and love you

Pat Callahan

December 30, 2006

I can only remember good things said about Chris - when he lived at Maybury, he was so kind and caring to all of the residents... When he appeared at Gussie's birthday party - that was the highlight for her. Gussie always sang his praises and said for all to hear that "he was a good man" - there can be no higher praise. My thoughts are with the family.

Kim & Denice Strniste

December 25, 2006

Erik,Len,Mary,Stephanie,B-Shift Station 2.
Sorry for your loss.Chris was a great friend and there won't be a day that passes that I don't think about him or the good times we had at Station 2. May he rest in peace.

Katharyn Chick

December 22, 2006

I was so shocked to read this in my condo newsletter. I was Chris' neighbor for many years before moving North and was just talking about him the other day. He was such a wonderful person and I am so sorry he was taken away from his loved ones too soon. My thoughts are with you.

Chris

December 14, 2006

Paul Alexander

December 14, 2006

Len and Mary,
My prayers go out for you and your family. I can imagine no greater pain than losing a child. May your faith guide you through your grief. I think how incredible it is that some men accomplish more in a shortened life than many men accomplish in their entire life. Chris was one of those men. May God bless your family.

Nicki & Dave Shaker

December 14, 2006

To the Zargo family:
We wish to express our deepest sympathies for the loss of Chris. We will miss him so much. He was such a great guy. My husband Dave is an Akron Firefighter and he and Chris became fast friends. He is still using tips and techniques Chris taught him. He wanted to let the family know that he would have been proud to serve under Chris as his Lieutenant.

Melissa Casey

December 13, 2006

To The Zargo Family,
You are now and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. We are sorry that you have to experience such a loss as we have with Teisha. No words can describe the pain unless you have been through it. Unfortunately we do know.
Sincerely,
Lou and Carole Capozzi
Lou Jr.and Family
Melissa Casey and Family

Lawrence Sullivan

December 12, 2006

To the Zargo Family,
My heart goes out to you. I have met chris numerous times when he hung out with my nephew Ray. They came to visit me in NY after boot camp, and he was always as a member of the family. He is a great kid. We were both at the WTC but I guess we were to busy to even know. He will always have my respect.

Vera Anderson

December 10, 2006

Dear Lenny & Irene,

My heart goes out to you on the loss of your son Christopher. Remember,
he will always be with you.... in your hearts and in your memories.
With deepest sympathy..God bless. Widow of Charles C. Anderson,
(Retired Bridgeport,CT Police)

Joey Wilson

December 7, 2006

To All the Zargo Family,
My deepest sympathy upon the loss of Chris. I will keep all of you in my prayers. Chris will always be remembered for his goodness. Eternal Rest grant unto him, O Lord. And Let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and all the souls of the faithfully departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

lisa.troy and mitchell giannettino

December 7, 2006

dear uncle lenny,and family i am so sorry for your loss of christopher he was such a great person inside and out...as kids we were all so geeky but he grew to be brave handsome and and some one who could pick up a conversation right where you left off as a kid...he will missed and loved always..

Susan Giannettino-Chotos

December 6, 2006

Uncle Lenny, Cousin's Erik and Lenny, Aunt Irene and Stephanie,
My heart is broken. My thoughts and prayers are with you. It was an honor for us to have known and loved Christopher.

All Our Love, Susan Giannettino-Chotos & Chris Chotos

Christine Cantrell(Dabney)

December 5, 2006

To Erik, Len, Mary, and Stephanie;
I am so sorry to hear about Chris, he was such a great guy, although I was not in the family very long I loved Chris as an uncle and I know he will be missed but his memory will always be with all of you. And Stephanie you just stay strong because you know that is what Chris would want, you to be happy with all the memories of the great times you had together. I love all of you!
Christine Cantrell(Dabney)

Katy Hartline (Forrester)

December 5, 2006

Erik and Len,

I am so sorry for your loss. My brother worked with Chris and updated me often on how you all were doing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Katrina Leininger

December 5, 2006

Our deepest sympathy from all of us at Treasure Coast Harley Davidson. Chris was a great guy and we are all so deeply saddened by this loss.Our prayers are with his family and friends.

Bill & Jo-Ellen Burke

December 4, 2006

To the Zargo family:

Our deepest sympathy for your great loss. We will cherish dearly the wonderful times we were priviliged to spend with Chris. He was the Best!!!!

house

December 2, 2006

Miami Hotel Fire 2005

December 2, 2006

Manny & Damarys Santiesteban

December 2, 2006

Chris' passing has left a gaping hole in our hearts. A void which can never be filled. We will miss him, so very much, each and every day. As time goes on, the wonderful memories of Chris will never fade. His spirit will live on eternally. Our deepest sympathies to Chris' Mom & Dad, Stephanie, Eric, Len and the rest of his grieving family. We'll keep you all in our prayers.

MICHELLE COX

December 2, 2006

Dear Steph & Zargo Family

We feel blessed to have known such a wonderful neighbor...sorry that more time wasn't here for us to strengthen our friendship. You are in our hearts and prays....be strong...he is in a beautiful place. With deepest sympathies. We are here if & when you need a shoulder xoxoxo
Michelle Nick, & girls (10162)

Robert GOLAS, SR.

December 2, 2006

Dear Lenny and Family,
I extend my condolences in the loss of your beloved son, Chris. He accomplished a lot in his short time here...He was a Marine. He defended the U.S.A. in Desert Storm. He gave of himself at Ground Zero. He battled fires and rescued citizens. He truly was and will always be one of the "Bravest".
SEMPER FI.
Respectfully,
Bob Golas, Sr.
(Ret.) B.P.D. 1961-1988

James and Louise Karoli Gallagher

December 2, 2006

To the Zargo Family and Stephanie,
We extend our sincerest condolences in the passing of your beloved CHRIS. May all your wonderful memories of him be a source of comfort at this most difficult time.
CHRIS may have left this earth, physically, but his 'eternal life' with our Lord, has just begun. Life is Eternal, our time here is just 'temporary'.
Respectfully,
James J. Gallagher, Sr.
(Ret.) B.P.D. 1968-1999
Louise Katherine Karoli Gallagher
(Ret.) B.P.D. 1985-2005

Class 75/76 Graduation 1996

Tyrone and Carolyn Wilson

December 1, 2006

To my Brother... Maybe not by blood, but in the spirit of a fellow veteran, co-worker, and a dear friend. Words could not express how you've touched our lives. Chris, your physical being may not be with us, but your spirit will always dwell in our hearts. Love Ya, Brother.

Joe DiVincenzo

December 1, 2006

To Erik & the Zargo family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss, growing up I always looked up to Chris. He was one of the reasons I joined the Marines. I will keep you in my prayers and I hope to come down with Martin and see you soon

Lt Matthew Mandel

November 30, 2006

I am deeply sorry for your loss , I am going to miss working with chris. He was one of the real fireman.

Mike, April, John, Alice, Alexis and Michael Cuminale

November 30, 2006

To the Zargo Family,
We just wanted to know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers daily. Chris was such a special person to us and he will truly be missed. He will always be in our hearts and on our minds.

Danielle La Rocca

November 30, 2006

Len,
I know you are so very proud of Christopher and all his achievements in life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family in this time of heartbreak. I know my cousin Chris will sadly missed.
Love Always,
Danielle (Zargo), Richard
& Michael La Rocca

Robert Mitchell

November 30, 2006

To the Zargo Family and Stephanie,
My deepest condolence to all of you at this time of sorrow. Chris will be missed immensely. As for Chris, my co-worker and friend, all I can say, is that the sirens from our trucks wail in mourning at his passing.

Daniel and Barbara Siciliano

November 30, 2006

Our thoughts, prayers, and sympathy go out to you at this time of loss. Chris will be surely missed by all family and friends.

Dej Fournier

November 30, 2006

The Zargo Family,
Our Deepest Sympathy to all of you on the loss of Chris. May his memory be eternal.
Love Dej & Stephen II

F.F. Anthony Saglimbene

November 30, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Chris was great guy and a good friend.

Loretta Poggio

November 30, 2006

Through Len, I feel as if I personally knew Chris. Praying for comfort for all those whose life he touched.

The Moseleys

November 30, 2006

The Zargo Family,
So very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Randy, Elaine, Ryan, Devin & Meghan Lancaster

November 30, 2006

Dear Aunt Irene, Stephanie and Eric,
We are so sorry that we can't be with you right now, but want you to know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. We will truly miss Chris, he was such a great guy! We are so glad that we got to see him in October; it was a lot of fun. All our love, hugs and kisses!

Kathy & Brian Schaeffer

November 30, 2006

To the Zargo Family, we are deeply sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

HARRY HISHON

November 30, 2006

LEN,
I REMEMBER THE DAY YOU INTRODUCE ME TO CHRIS, AT THE RECRUITING OFFICE IN PLANTATION. IM REMINDED OF THE GOOSE BUMPS,EVEN AS A SEASONED RECRUITER THAT I FELT WHEN HE GRADUATED (RE-BIRTH) AS A MARINE.
LEN THANK YOU FOR SHARING CHRIS, WITH ALL OF US. KEEPING ALL OF YOU CLOSE IN THOUGHT AND PRAYER.
H.J.HISHON
MSGT USMC

tracy simone

November 30, 2006

Im at a loss for such a vibrant person to be taken so suddenly from us. Chris I'll love you always
and cherish the time we spent together you were my best friend

Kathy Kretvix

November 30, 2006

Erik and the rest of the Zargo family,

I am so sorry for your loss. Chris and I were friends back in the late 80's in Bridgeport. He always watched out for me when we hung out or went to parties, like a big brother. We wrote often during the time he was in Desert Storm. I saved every letter and come across them often. He truly was a great guy and I hope these words get you through this very difficult time. Erik you and I were CB friends, I was Snow White. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Kathy Rogers

The Charles Kavalir Family

November 30, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.

Gloria von Oy

November 30, 2006

Our hearts are sometimes touched by others that we have come to know and who have shared their love and sometimes their deepest sorrow. May God grant your family the ability to heal from such a tragedy.

JOE FOURNIER

November 29, 2006

TO THE ZARGO FAMILY;
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. CHRIS WAS A GREAT FRIEND AND WE THOUGHT OF HIM AS A MEMBER OF OUR FAMILY. YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND OUR PRAYERS. CHRIS HAS NOW JOINED OUR BROTHER STEPHEN.
THE FOURNIER FAMILY

Joseph Liskiewicz Jr.

November 29, 2006

To the entire Zargo Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I will never forget all the good times chris and i had growing up, from kindergarden to eigth grade,our time in little league on the dodgers. He was an awsome guy and will be missed greatly by all that were lucky enough to know him.

Mike Ganino

November 29, 2006

To the entire Zargo family, I am so sorry for your loss. When I worked at Pathmark, I took Chris' address from Lenny and we wrote each other a few times while he was in Kuwait during the Gulf War. I just came across some of those letters last week when I was moving some cartons. I only met Chris a few times after he returned from the war, but always held him in high regard for his service to his country. After reading how he continued his service as a First Responder in Florida and how he drove to Ground Zero to assist in the aftermath of the September 11th attacks, I realize how proud you must all be...he was a true patriot. Heaven is certainly a better place with Chris there. My family's thoughts and prayers are with you.

faith alves

November 29, 2006

To the Zargo Family :

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Even though we may have lost touch over the years we have thought of you often and are deeply saddened by the passing of Chris. Take comfort in knowing the positive impact that Chris has had on all the lives that he touched and the help he provided to those in need. May God Bless all of you.

Faith, Jack & Jillian Alves

Jack Watcke

November 29, 2006

Lenny ,I'm so sorry for your loss,may your son rest in peace.
Retired Bpt Police

Paul Almonacid

November 28, 2006

Chris and I had a lot of great times growing up together. Those were very special times. You could not ask for a better friend.
My thoughts and prayers are with you

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