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Leslie Champ
June 11, 2015
I am sad to come across this so many years after his passing. I attended John Abbott College with Craig and others from CVR High School.
Debbie Smart
December 1, 2011
My condolences on the passing of Craig. I have often wondered how he was doing, and finally sat down and googled his name, only to find that he had died in 2007. Craig presided at my wedding in 1985, and baptized my oldest daughter the year before he left Union Church. He was an amazing man. I have a photo of him with my daughter when we visited him at his apartment not long after he retired, and when I look at it I always wish I had kept in touch so he could have seen my daughter grow and she could have known him.
Debbie
January 9, 2011
Dearest family,
I have just reread all of the wonderful messages written in this guest book to honor Craig. Thank you Kenn for being the guardian of this Guest Book. Reading it again this evening has brought me much joy, ignited fond memories of our childhood together, and of course the inevitable tears.
Who would have known that the little cousin that I shared my summers with as a child, would grow up to be a man that would with his quiet, loving and caring ways affect the lives of so many. His legacy lives on with his University Endowment but also in the hearts of all who knew him. A humble man, a man of God.
Nancy
Kenn Chaplin
May 9, 2009
Thinking of Craig and celebrating his legacy on this the second anniversary of his death in his beloved Montreal.
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Rev. Glenn Stone
November 24, 2008
I remember Craig from the early 80's when I was at UTC. He was such a gentle man...caring....listening and something of a role model for me as I was coming out. I was going back over the years this evening and did a search on Craig's name...I am sorry that he has passed and grateful for his ministry.
Kenn Chaplin
May 9, 2008
It was one year ago today that Craig died. It has been a difficult year for all of us closest to him but, just this week, and with the anniversary approaching, the inaugural presentation of the Craig Chaplin Memorial Award was made to Jim Loney at the Convocation of McGill's United Theological College. It was a proud occasion for Claude, Mom and me to attend on behalf of the family.
Sue Scott
December 1, 2007
It was with sorrow that I recently learned of Craig’s passing. Craig and I were chums at Queen’s University. We attended “Canadian-American Relations” together back in 1975, and it was Craig’s quick wit and wry comments that made me look forward to those lectures. After class we would discuss the issues and Craig always had something interesting to contribute. When Craig said he planned to become a minister, I knew his parishioners would benefit from his intelligence and perspective. Every now and then I heard news of Craig when I visited with family in the Montreal area. Unfortunately, I lost track of Craig when he left Union United Church in Ste. Anne de Bellevue. Please accept my sincere condolences for the profound loss your family has suffered.
Kenn Chaplin
November 16, 2007
Hard to believe it was six months ago yesterday that we buried Craig in Perth, Ontario. I'm thinking of him tonight as I wear his warm winter coat.
Kenn Chaplin
October 9, 2007
Thinking of Craig on the five month anniversary of his death.
Terry Neale
July 14, 2007
It was with great sorrow that we learned of Craig's passing, and would like to extend our condolences to Craig's family and friends. We knew Craig when he was at Union church in Ste. Anne de Bellevue and were fortunate that Craig presided over our wedding in 1986 and the baptisms of both of our children in 1988 and 1990.
We are feel blessed and fortunated that we were able to know him and will miss him.
Terry and Deborah Neale
Kenn Chaplin
July 9, 2007
Remembering Craig on this the two month anniversary of his death.
Liz Storey
May 28, 2007
Dear All Family Members of Craig ,
I Truly will miss this Amazingly Wonderful & Humble Man !!
I loved Craig for his Honesty & Wisdom beyond his Years !!!
Always Spiritually Connected to those in his Presence !
I feel it was an Honour to have known him !
Fondly ,
Liz ( also de Perth ) !!!
Ron and Millie Martin
May 19, 2007
We wish to extend to you our sincere sympathy to you all. We knew Craig from his time spent with us in Dunham. He was a great inspiration to us all and a sincere gentleman. May God be with you and may you find comfort in the many memories of your associations with Craig. Ron and Millie Martin
Sue Desjardins
May 17, 2007
I was very saddened to hear of Craig's passing. I attended Union United in Ste Anne de Bellevue when Craig was there, and never wantd to miss a Sunday for fear I would miss sonething great that he would say. He always seemed to be speaking right to your heart, Even now sometimes. I find myself asking: What did Craig say about this? He baptised and confirmed our oldest daughter, and I will treasure the pictures I have with him in it. He was loved by all the congregation, and always had a word for everyone.I made him a cross stitch picture when he left Union of a beautiful gate opening with the words: When God closes a door,he always opens another window. Because of his illness, I know he had the opportunity to touch many lives. Now, he has walked through those gates and is home.
Keeping all his family in my prayers, and with many fond memories of a wonderful human being.
Katherine Houle
May 14, 2007
Reverend Chaplin baptized me 23 years ago. He will always have a special place in the heart of my family and myself. My sincere condolances to his family and friends.
Heather Ayerst
May 14, 2007
Dear Claude and the Chaplin family,
My heart goes out to you for your loss.I had just spoken to Craig the week before and he had told me that you were moving into a new home in july and that he would want me to see it and get together.Claude, I will always remember your and Craigs hospitality in your home when I worked a minute from your home. I have good memories of good chats and the incredibly relaxing atmosphere in your home.Claude, Craig always called you his Rock and I felt so much love and devotion between you.
Craig was not only my minister but also a wonderful friend whom I felt totally at ease to confide in. He always offered incredible insights and perspectives on life. He was always interested in my children and even visited my son in hospital a few years ago when he was very sick. Jonathah was very touched by this and holds Craig in his heart.Craig was incredibly special and handled his illness with grace and dignity. I have never met anyone like him.
I know that all of you will miss him but at the same time know he is not suffering and has gone to be with his maker.What remains are the amazing memories of this wonderful man who touched all the hearts of people who came to know him.
Fondly,
Heather Ayerst
Kelly McCormick
May 14, 2007
To M. LaMontagne, the Chaplin and Shiga families;
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and we hope that memories of Craig bring you comfort right now.
Kelly McCormick, Joseph, Simon and Kieran Day
Joan & Bob Roberts
May 14, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to all the Chaplin family.
wallie and norma sears
May 13, 2007
Our hearts and love go out to Madeline and the entire extended family of Craig. He was a gentle and kind man who provided much comfort and understanding to our family.
Jamie MacDonald
May 13, 2007
Sincere condolences on your loss.Although it had been a very long time since I had seen Craig,I have fond memories of both him and Kenneth when you came to the farm in Lancaster.Sandy also told me he had a nice visit with all of you not long ago and he said Craig had recalled some of those visits also.
Beverley (McGinnis) Parsons
May 11, 2007
Madeline and family:
Just to let you know that my thoughts are with you all at this time of loss.
Duncan, Dianne and Jeffrey Weir
May 11, 2007
Dear Madeline and Family:
With our deepest sympathies on the loss of Craig. May the love of your close family bring you comfort.
Eveline Cooke
May 11, 2007
Dear Madeline & all families
Please accept our deepest sympathy in your loss of a great son and gentlement.Our prayers are with
you in this time of sorrow
Ken & Eveline Cooke Perth, Ont.
Nancy Barlow
May 11, 2007
Dear Craig's Family,
Please accept my condolences on your loss. He was a lovely man that touched a lot of hearts.
Craig married us at Union United in Ste Anne's and christened my daughter on the Epiphany which was very special.
Nancy
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