Chris d. Chalke

1966 - 2016

JAFFREY – Chris D. Chalke died peacefully surrounded by his loving family, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Gardner, Mass. on September 21, 1966, Chris was the son of the late Dickie Chalke and Caroline Cutter. Chris had a passion for fast cars and motorcycles. In his free time he could be found speeding around the track in his race car or taking road trips on his motorcycle.

A sports lover, Chris coached his daughter's All Star softball team and started New England Slayers Hockey Team, which he was proud of. Chris is survived by the love of his life, wife Joanne Amato of Rindge; his daughters Ivy Chalke of Jaffrey, Tanya Amato of Rindge; his sons, Effin Chalke of Maine, Mario Agate of Chicago, and Joey Lambert of Rindge. He is also survived by his sisters Tina and Rebecca and brothers Eric, Doug, and Jeff. He will also be missed by his niece, several nephews, and a network of childhood, racing and work friends that he considered family. He was predeceased by his sister Carla, brother Alan, and grandson Kayden.

Memorial visiting hours will be held on Saturday July 16, 2016 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Jellison Funeral Home, 25 Concord Street, Peterborough.

Jellison Funeral Home and Cremation Services is assisting the family with arrangements. To view an online obituary or to leave the family a condolence please visit www.jellisonfuneralhome.com.