Constable Christopher David Bassett

Constable Christopher David Bassett

Christopher Bassett Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 3, 2008.
BASSETT _ Constable Christopher David Christopher David Bassett, Beloved husband of Kirsty Langham, passed away suddenly on Monday, November 24, 2008 at the age of 35 years. Chris is sadly missed by his parents David and Gloria Bassett; sister Jennifer; grandma Anne; in-laws Ian and Mary Langham; grandma Edla; brothers-in-law Dan (Alison) Langham and Christopher (Tiana) Langham; niece Ella; nephew Andrew; uncle Doug (Sandy) Bassett; aunt Joyce (Dave) Simms; aunt Diane (Ian) Stones; and numerous cousins in Calgary and Ontario. He will also be lovingly remembered by his many friends and co-workers. After graduating Valedictorian from Seneca College, Chris came to Calgary to pursue his lifelong dream. Chris was employed by the Calgary Police Service as constable since 2001. Chris is affectionately known as Donut and will forever be in our hearts. A Funeral Service will be held at First Alliance church, 12345 - 40 Street S.E., Calgary on Thursday, December 4, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Eden Brook Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Diakonos Retreat Society, ( www.diakonosretreat.com ) or by mail, Box 20194, BVPO, Calgary, Alberta, T2P 4L2. If tears could build a stairwell, and memories build a lane, I would walk right up to heaven to bring you home again. SOUTH CALGARY FUNERAL CENTRE & CREMATORIUM 12700 Macleod Trail South, Calgary Telephone: 403-297-0711. Honoured Provider of Dignity Memorial www.southcalgaryfuneralcentre.com

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Margaret Silveira

December 17, 2008

David, Gloria and Jennifer, my heart goes out to you all for this terrible loss. May God help you all through this difficult time.
Margaret Silveira

Martina McDonald

December 15, 2008

Dave and Gloria, my heartfelt sympathies go out to you and your family during this difficult time. Martina McDonald (Toronto)

Alison Parker

December 12, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss - we are thinking of you during this difficult time.

Wanda Gould

December 3, 2008

Words could not adequately express the sorrow we feel and how sorry we are for your loss. He was a great man and he will be missed by many.

omar Shams

December 3, 2008

As a friend of the Langhams I wish to convey my heartfelt condolences to all those who are feeling the sad loss of Christopher.

M Hein

December 3, 2008

my prayers are with you!!
our Calgary Police force has lost a good Constable! may your know God's peace, presence & comfort!!
with deepest sympathy,

Rick and Carol Stella

December 3, 2008

Dave, Gloria, Jennifer and Kirstie.We will miss Chris very much. The times our families spent together from early on are etched in the minds of our family.We,ll be here for whatever you need and whenever you need us. Remember the warm ,loving carefree times you spent with Chris and also that he touched a lot of lives. Love Rick, Carol and Family

Diane Makson

December 2, 2008

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

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