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Christopher "Chris" Wesley Lavery
1954 - 2014
Christopher "Chris" Wesley Lavery
1954 - 2014
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BORN
1954
DIED
2014
Christopher "Chris" Lavery Obituary
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Tom Jollymore
April 7, 2019
To the Lavery family. Five years have past now. Still think of Chris from time to time out of the blue. His impression on me will never pass. He will always be there. I never met a more sincere, honest and caring person.
John OToole
April 7, 2019
I knew Chris very well we were in the fire department for Harrietsfield- Sambro. He was a great, a gentleman and a great fire fighter. Chris was well liked and is missed. It great you are remembering him like this. Thanks for including me.
John O Toole
Marion Granger
April 4, 2019
Our thoughts are with you.
Dorothy Lavery & Marion Granger
John & Belinda Preston
April 4, 2019
Five years has passed so quickly for some of us but I'm sure not for all. Thinking of you and the day of his service vividly as we let balloons fly from the beach in Hilton Head, as we are looking over the same beach today.
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April 16, 2014
Chris touched my parents 'life when they were visiting from Chile a few years ago , he and Cathy had us for lunch and to see the Parade of Sails coming into the Harbour. They still remember that......Thank you. Our prayers for you and family.
A. Isabel Ulloa-Parsons.
Garry Gilfoy
April 16, 2014
Cathy, it's been almost 40 years (!) since I've seen either you or Chris but I remember his sunny disposition very clearly. My thoughts are with you.
Dean Connors
April 16, 2014
Chris was one of the good guys. My condolences to Cathy and family.
Roger and Judy Taggart
April 16, 2014
Cathy and family. I had the pleasure of working with Chris at DND and have fond memories of our tournaments in Moncton. He was a great guy and will surely be missed by his family and his many friends. Judy and I send our condolences and prayers. We had hoped to offer our condolences in person but because of medical issues, I was unable to be there. Love to all of you.
Roger (the Eagle) Taggart
Jim Glazebrook
April 16, 2014
Cathy, Jeff and Natalie, please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Chris. Over the years throughout Minor Hockey and later as a teacher to Jeff and Natalie, I was witness to Chris's great commitment to family and his children. Sharon and I are sorry for your loss, as we just arrived back to the country to this news, we will not be able to make the celebration planned this morning, but you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
April 16, 2014
So sorry to learn of Chris' passing. I remember our great trips to Moncton.
David White, White's Transit, Halifax
April 15, 2014
HE WILL ALWAYS BE AS CLOSE AS YOUR FONDEST MEMORIES. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU KATHY AND THE FAMILY. IN LIGHT AND LOVE PATRICIA HOLLAND
Janet/Gerard Knox
April 15, 2014
Cathy and Family- We are sorry to hear about Chris. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Darlene (Ramsay) Partridge
April 15, 2014
I had not seen Chris since we all left Melvin Road many years ago and then, fortunately, met up with him at a Purcell's Cove Reunion a couple of years ago. It was so nice to reminisce and laugh with him, and I'm so very sorry for your loss.
Sheri Muise
April 15, 2014
I was so sorry to hear of Chris' passing, Cathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Stephen Brunt
April 15, 2014
Hello Cathy,
We would like to extend to you and your family our condolences.Chris was a relative,co-woker and friend.Time and distance prevent us from being with you in this time of your bereavement.Please know you are in our prayers.
Deepest sympathy,
Steve&Sharon
April 15, 2014
Please accept out deepest condolences on your loss. Chris's contributions to the DND fire Department over his lengthy career are appreciated. 17 Wing Detachment Dundurn Fire Department.
Bruce Paradis
April 15, 2014
Cathy and family,
14 Wing Greenwood firefighters offer our sincerest condolences on Chris's passing; he was our brother and will be missed by all of the National Defence Fire Service.
Rod Pearson
April 15, 2014
Cathy & Family
Just wanted to add to what Janis said. He was one of the 'great guys' and will be sorrily missed by all that came to know him. We will be thinking of you and your family during these trying times!
April 15, 2014
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Chris. I worked with Chris at DND and it was always a pleasure. He never wavered from a positive attitude at work or play. He was one in a million. My deepest sympathies to Chris's family, he will be missed by all who knew him as a co-worker and friend.
Wayne Wilkins
Sussex Corner NB
April 14, 2014
Cathy and family
So sorry to hear of Chris passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and the days to follow !! So sorry we are unable to be there and pay our condolences as we are out of town. Thinking of you all
Sincerely Janice and Gerard Fagan
tom cooper
April 14, 2014
Very sorry to hear of Chris passing. He will be missed.
Tom Cooper
Marion Granger
April 14, 2014
To Cathy & the Lavery family. So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with
you at this sad time.
Dorothy Lavery & Marion Granger.
Mike Murphy
April 14, 2014
Cathy, Natalie and Jeff....I am so sad to hear that Chris has died...he was a wonderful friend and not a bad hockey player! I still have the scar on my right eyebrow from his masterful use of a hockey stick...but seriously, it is true that the good die young...and Chris is one of the 'good' guys...
Mike, Debbi and Ryan Murphy
Janis Pearson
April 14, 2014
Our family is so sad with Chris's passing. I will always cherish my childhood memories and he will always be in my heart.
April 14, 2014
Karen and John O'Toole are so sorry to hear of the passing of Chris. Our sympathy goes to Chris's family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
John
Darrell Davis
April 14, 2014
Cathy and family, we are so sorry to hear this sad news of Chris passing. We will always remember the happy times. Sincerely, Darrell and Debbie Davis
April 14, 2014
So so sorry to hear about Chris, I worked with Chris for 30 yrs and I showed him how to play hockey...not!! Chris was and still will be a great person to all that knew him...RIP buddy,
Chris Bona
April 14, 2014
Cathy, Nathalie & Jeff, So sorry to hear of Chris' passing: he was a good neighbour and will definitely be missed. Deepest sympathy from the Bennetts, Elaine, Krista, Karen and Scott.
Don Mills
April 14, 2014
Like many of his friends, I first met Chris playing hockey for the Armdale Rangers, many years ago now. You learn a lot about a person's character through sport. What I observed about Chris was his competitive spirit, his personal determination, his work ethic and his team work. The last time I saw Chris, despite his battle with cancer, he was exactly the same as always, full of good humour and positive about life. Chris was always one of the nicest persons I have ever met in my life. My deepest condolences to his wife Cathy and family during this most difficult time.
Fredricka MacLean
April 14, 2014
Cathy he is in our hearts forever...and he is not gone but perched on your shoulder to protect and love you for the rest of your life. He was the best of us and will never be forgotten!
Sandy & Sheila Clark
April 14, 2014
Cathy, Natalie, Jeff and family
One of the benefits of teaching is sometimes being able to watch your students grow. When we first met Chris, he was a rookie at JL both in classes and on the hockey team. We were able to watch him mature, graduate, marry, begin his chosen career, raise his children. We would not meet often in the early years; but when we did, it was like Chris was meeting old friends. What a treat that is for former teachers to be welcomed as friends.
Living in the same community has some advantages and teaching the children of former students is one. When Natalie and Jeff came to JL, we would meet Chris as the proud and interested dad who always had the time for his children's interests.
We have lost one of the good guys. Please be assured he will be remembered in our hearts.
April 14, 2014
So sorry to hear of Chris' passing. We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to his family at this difficult time. Our thoughts are with you,
Sincerely, Dr. Terry Worthen, Dr. Don Penwell, Dr. Andrew Johnson and staff at Millstone Dental.
Colleen Clarke
April 14, 2014
Over 40 years fell away when I saw Chris's photo and read of his passing today. As a classmate throughout high school, I joined friends in the bleachers to watch Chris in many a "J L Judges" game at "The Forum". HIs character was well shaped then, and the integrity, focus, diligence and love of fun would have stayed with him through all the time since. My heartfelt condolences go out to Chris's family and others whose lives he touched. Colleen Clarke
April 14, 2014
Hi Cathy, Brian and Pat Jacobs here and aside from feeling sad,helpless and useless, none the less I wanted to say that I thought Chris was remarkable man and I'm sorry for your loss. If we could be at the service we would but will be going away that day. I won't have socks on but I'm sure Chris would have bought me some if I had agreed to let ya's. Take care please. Brian and Patsy Jacobs
Ross Evans
April 14, 2014
We are deeply saddened by the news of Chris' passing. We remember a man who was most gracious, considerate, and generous at all times, even during the heat of a tough hockey game. Chris is so well known for his hockey exploits, but I remember him fondly too for his craftsmanship as a mason. Our thoughts and prayers are with Kathy, Jeff, and Natalie and all Chris' family this day, Ross, Donna and Chris Evans.
Lindsay Flinn
April 14, 2014
Dear Natalie,
I'm very sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad.
Thinking of you.
April 13, 2014
We are so sorry to hear of Chris' passing, we have lost a good friend and neighbor.
John & Belinda Preston
April 13, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of Chris' passing. I played many, many games of hockey with him over the years and his giving personality showed on the ice as it did off the ice.
He will be missed and remembered always.
Tom Jollymore
Randy Morgan
April 12, 2014
Chris was the ultimate teammate and true gentleman both on and off the ice. Always ready to share a laugh or stop by just to say hello. My deepest sympathies to Cathy. Natalie and Jeff.
Michael Singer
April 12, 2014
Dear Cathy, Natalie and Jeff. There are so many people who share your loss, we can only imagine the void left with Chris's passing. Chris was my first ever hockey coach and when i was old and good enough I got to play with him on his beloved Armdale Rangers hockey club. Chris lavery was first and formost a true gentlemen,and an honest and fun loving person. A few of us got to spend a lunch with him 10 days before he passed away, we shared lots of stories, laughs and tears. All of us were soothed by his spirit and calmness as he faced his future. Chris will be remembered and loved by many. I am blessed to have been in his circle of friends.
April 12, 2014
Stephen and I are so sorry to here of your loss our thoughts and prayers go out to the Lavery family. God bless you all Stephen and Marion Gage
April 12, 2014
Cathy and family, we are so sadded by your loss. Chris was a good person and will certainly be missed. Our thoughts are with you all.
Margaret and Peter Doubleday
April 12, 2014
Cathy,Natalie,Jeff and Jackie
We are so sorry for your loss and extend our sincere sympathy, our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Chris was a great guy, Warren says a friend from the first day he met him, and it was an honor to have known him. He will be sadly missed by many. Cherish your memories and take care of yourselves.
Warren and Chistine Algee
Jo Treeby
April 12, 2014
Although separated by an ocean Chris, Cathy and their family are in our thoughts. Chris was that rare thing – a true gentleman with a kindness of spirit and a warm, giving and caring personality. He was fun to be with, and always generous. We count ourselves blessed that we knew him, and shared good times with him, Cathy and their close knit group of friends. He will be missed by many. Jo & Richard Treeby
Donna Francis
April 11, 2014
Cathy & Family, I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
April 11, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. So sorry for your loss.
Darlene & Hugh Marshall
Della Greeno & family
April 11, 2014
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
April 11, 2014
So sorry to hear of Chris' passing- It was a pleasure to know and work with Chris.
Lewis Cruickshanks
Gus Paul
April 11, 2014
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Chris was a good man and will be missed. My prayers are with you and your family.
Blaine Hatch
April 11, 2014
My condolences to the family, Chris will never be forgotten, prayers to the family.
Terry & Colleen Stewart
April 11, 2014
Our Condolences to you and your family, our prayers are with all of you, god bless
Ken & Janet Mitchell
April 10, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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