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Chester Monaghan Obituary
Chet is survived by his wife, Maureen Monaghan; and two children, Mike Monaghan and Megan Monaghan. Also surviving are his mother, Liz Cooper and a sister, Cindy O'Donnell, both of Drumore, Pa.
A celebration of Chet's life will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. Saturday, March 7 at the Monaghan home.
In lieu of flowers, Chet's family request donations in Chet's name be made to the Community Home Health & Hospice, P.O. Box 2067, Longview, WA 98632 or Lower Columbia Regional Cancer Center, 1615 Delaware St., Longview, WA 998632.
Hubbard Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Chester Monaghan
Jim Willow
February 20, 2020
An awesome soul.
June 5, 2010
In memory of our love ones, Chet&Bill who we will always miss and love. Ann
Your Wife, Maureen
June 4, 2010
Sweetie...your Mother and Sister were here last week. It was wonderful and felt very comfortable. We worried that it would be difficult without you...but we were fine. We talked about you constantly as if you are still here...which you ARE in our hearts and memories. Rest well, my Love.
Dave Setterberg
February 26, 2010
Chet
I still can't believe you are gone. I think about you alot and miss our travels and chats. Thank you for the inspiration and knowledge you gave me.
Dave
Patty Goldman
February 23, 2010
Mort and Chet - I've known you since the very beginning of your lives together in college. I often think of our escapades then and the times we spent since. You both have been an inspiration, living life to its very fullest. Chet crammed so much into every day! I was there your last weekend together in this life. Can't believe its been a whole year. It is hard to even write this little bit. Love and Kisses to you both.
You got to live where you always wanted to...in the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. I think of you being at peace somewhere in nature...
Your Wife
February 22, 2010
My last entry...it's a year on Wednesday since you've left us. We've cried lots, laughed lots and are doing quite well. You'd be proud. Still miss you terribly...you're never out my thoughts, as most everything I do reminds me of when we were together. Love you forever. M.
Mark Foster
December 31, 2009
My travels haven't been the same since you left. I see certain accounts that we used to share and places we used to talk about on the road, it makes me smile. You are in my thoughts and your family in my prayers. I miss you my friend.
Scott Eberle
September 9, 2009
Chet always went out of his way to make time for me as a co-worker in different divisions. His good relationship with customers allowed me opportunities I may not of otherwise received. My last personal meeting with Chet was at Jakes in Portland. He met my wife and I for dinner. His good nature and great personality are missed.
Dorice Cote
August 25, 2009
Maureen,the day I heard that Chet was not well, my heart went out to all of you. I have many great memories of Chet during our working together and sharing some great laughter when we were all together at the annual sales meetings. He taught me alot and I will never forget him. When I travel in Western Canada, many dealers still bring up his name so he definitely left a huge impact in our industry. I will always remember Chet as a great friend, co-worker and a buddy. I know it is very hard for you and your family but time will heal and having your little grandson around will speed the healing process. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Linda Curnell
August 25, 2009
It doesn't seem possible that it has been six months since Chet's passing. His big cheerful smile and generous nature will always be remembered and missed. I know for sure that he was looking down in pride and love on Meggie's special day! Linda Curnell
Trish & John Schardt
August 24, 2009
Gone but not forgotten,forever in our hearts.Chet was a true friend to both of us,always willing to help in any way. Even though the miles were far between us we continued to feel close over the years,he had that special way about him.Missing you, remembering all the good times we shared with you & Maureen.
John, Sally Davis
August 24, 2009
Maureen and Monaghan Family,
Your words: "The feelings of loss and sadness hasn't diminished...it's just different" are very descriptive. Even death in this world as we know it, is not changeless in that our feelings about it--and those whom death has touched--take on new meaning and dimension over time. Not, as in "forgetting" but, rather, in depth and "direction". Those, as Chet, who meaningfully touched our lives, will live in our hearts forever, until we ourselves unfold our rightful place in the unending expanse of the Universe.
Chet forever loved the outdoors. It was at once his church and his playground. Later this week we are going to try and do the Mt. Whitney hike in the California Sierra. This has already been a labor of love for us during the past 14 months of planning, training and preparation. It is bound to be at once both a joyful and rather grueling endeavor. We will indeed think of Chet for inspiration!
Love and Best Wishes to the Entire Monaghan Family,
John and Sally Davis
August 24, 2009
Hi Maureen,
It's hard to believe that 6 months has passed. I know how hard it is, even though it's difficult realizing that Chet is no longer suffering and is not in pain. He was a wonderful man and I know you have some many memories to share.
Veryl
David wenner
August 24, 2009
Chet has always held a special place in my heart. His friendship and companionship was always cherished and too short-lived, and time and events led us away from each other...funny, how life takes you in many directions, and brings us back full circle in the end. find us a place to hunt, buddy, I'll see you soon enough.
Tom Sheikh
August 24, 2009
It is amzing how often Chet name comes up in discussion with friends in the industry. Simply, because Chet was likable by all he met and worked with. If ther is a good place in that unknown second life, he got to be in good hands. Life is nothing but memory, we will remeber Chet for a long time. Beast regards,
August 24, 2009
Maureen remember when Chet and you were going to get married and you asked My Colleen to be your Flowergirl. Then Chet was walking into my Mom's house one day and Colleen was wearing a button-up sweater.He said to her "I like little girls with buttons I chew them off and then eat them up".Remember Maureen? Then Colleen was scared of Chet and you had to grap her hand and drag her down the asile when you passed us in the pew we were sitting at. She didn't want to walk down the rest of the way. You were so mad at Chet. Colleen was always afraid of him from that time on. I told Colleen about this she was too little to remember and now we have a nice laugh over it once in awhile when we think of Chet. This will always be my best memory of Chet. I always liked him.He sure was a great guy to be around. Bill and him got along real well. Its ashame that God took both of them from us so soon. Love Ann
Tom Rogers
August 24, 2009
Chet, get your gear ready buddy. You're favorite time of year is almost here. You have a date with us in Copper Harbor at Ray's camp for a week in September followed by another week with us in Idaho in October. I know Maureen misses you but she said it would be OK for you to go with us.
M
August 24, 2009
Sweetie...today marks 6 months since you've left us. I laugh more now...and, sometimes, I even forget for a moment! The silence is the hardest for me. Sadness overcomes me when I'm doing trivial things here at home, remembering how we'd do them together! I want you to know that you are deeply missed by me and your chidren. And...you cannot imagine the pleasure, love and comfort that our grandson brings to me! He looks so much like you...you'd be so proud. I will love you always...it's not getting easier, just different.
M
March 30, 2009
I am so lonely and so sad...I will always love you.
Alison, Randy, Sarah & Heather Applebee
March 16, 2009
Maureen,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and Chet were the best neighbors we could have ever wished for... You two were always there to help - thanks for the water and help that one August night!!! You're all in our prayers.
Del DeLorenzo
March 12, 2009
Maureen, Megan and Mike
I met Chet many years ago, as a business competitor! He soon became a treasured friend. Chet had the ability to befriend everyone, and knowing Chet made you better at all of lifes endeavors. He was truly a good man, and a special friend. You will be missed old buddy!!
Stephanie Causey
March 11, 2009
I remember the big family gatherigns at the farm in PA when we were kids. Everyone sitting around the fireplace and Chet would walk in with his "James Dean" pompadour hair-do, not a hair out of place. I remember his motorcycle and that white duck that followed him everywhere..."Chessy Duck". He'd wander through the kitchen and quack (the duck not Chet). I remember Chet down in the meadow catching minows for fishing. Most of all I remember his smile and his warm laughter. He was always happy. We did not stay in touch over the years but whenever he came home he was warm and kind and freindly and it was as though he had never left. He hasn't left, he is here with all of us in our memories. We love you Chet!
Jim Warfel
March 10, 2009
I remember all of us at the farm for holidays when we were kids-playing in the fields, doing kid stuff (getting in trouble); I used to follow Chet around, and I think I drove him crazy doing so, but he put up with me. We didn't see each other as much as we got older, but each time I saw Chet I enjoyed his company. He was a good guy and I will miss him.
Brian Bach
March 10, 2009
I didn't know Chet very well. But the brief time I knew him I liked him and respected him. i know he will be missed and my thoughts are with all of you!!
Jim Willow
March 9, 2009
Maureen and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Chet's passing. Please know you are in my thoughts. Memories seeing the two of you a few years ago are that much more special to me now. If there is anything I can do, please let me know.
love,
Willow
dave dawson
March 9, 2009
Dear Chet
O how we miss you. You entered our lives about 10yrs ago,and changed it forever. Never had we man so full of life,and with a reputation as a fair and honest man, who was admired by many.
But as we came to know you,Maureen,Mike, and Megan,we were enveloped by your loving family, and became best ftriends forever. We are blessed.
We will miss you Old Friend/ but you will allways be us.
We will not "stand over your grave and cry, you are not dead, you did not die.
Dave and Terri Dawson
March 8, 2009
Dear Chet,
O, how we miss you.You entered our lives 10 years ago, and changed it forever. Never had we met a man so full of life, with a reputation as a fair and honest man,who was admired by many. But as we came to know you,Maureen,Mike,and Megan, we were enveloped by your loving family, and became best friends forever. We are blessed.
We will miss you dear friend, but you will always be with us.
We will not "stand over your grave and cry, you are not there, you did not die.'
John Thompson
March 7, 2009
Chet was a first class guy. I enjoyed his company. He was a good friend as well as a business associate. I will always keep good memories of Chet, as he was positive and upbeat all the time.
Doug and Gail Pavlock
March 7, 2009
Monaghan Family,
Chet was wonderful for the time we knew him. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dirk Pollworth
March 7, 2009
Maureen & family...I cannot even remember where and when I first met Chet but remember I enjoyed every visit and activity. There were just to few and I am sure even if Chet is not anymore where he was he will be always with you wherever you are.
John & Trish Schardt
March 7, 2009
Chet,
A toast to you in heaven as you asked us to do today.Cheers and bottoms up dear friend.
Linda curnell
March 7, 2009
Chet was a wonderful father, a great husband and a good neighbor. He was always amongst the first if anyone needed a hand. He will be missed. Our thoughts are with you. John and Linda
Don Hiatt
March 7, 2009
Chet
The world gets a little colder for me with each passing year, I will always hold dear the lunch meetings we had and how the talk always turned to our families, how warm you made the world, with the love you showed for Maureen , Mike & Megan
Lori Newton
March 7, 2009
I worked with Chet for a year while at Carlisle and found that he was such a good person. He loved his family, friends and associates. He will be missed by many, including me. He was a good person. Good bye Chet. Thank you for everything you did to help me get through my first months with Carlisle.
Lori Newton
Nancy Bross
March 6, 2009
Dearest Friends, I think of you so often, and hope to see you Sat. for Chet's celebration. You are truly remarkable people! Chet will always be with you for families are eternal. Much love will always come your way.
Bob & Suzie Pavlock
March 5, 2009
Maureen, Michael and Megan,
Chet was known and loved by many, especially all of you. Know that he will be missed and remembered for the wonderful person he was.
Kerstin Mack-Schwarz
March 5, 2009
Dear Maureen, our familiy feels with you and your children. You are in our thoughts very often. Inas family from germany
J.P. Moreau
March 5, 2009
I grew up with the monaghan's and spent more time then I can remember with all of them. This is very painful to hear because Chet was always so full of life and it was an honor to know him. Chet you will be deeply missed but those that knew you are so grateful to have had that chance.
Chuck and Faye Warmbrodt
March 5, 2009
Maureen,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family, and our thoughts and prayers are with you. Take care.
Brian Brozek
March 4, 2009
Maureen & Family.
Debbie and I are deeply saddened by Chet's passing. We have very found memories of our trips west with Chet as our tour guide, and I of the good old Carlilsle days with Chet. He was a kind, gentle man who saw the best in people. He will be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Your friend, Brian Brozek
Trish Davidson
March 4, 2009
Maureen, Mike & Megan...
Chet was a kind, gentle man who always had a smile for his friends...I will always remember our time in Williamsburg & Seattle with him...especially the fish dinner we had in Seattle after Maureen & I returned from Vancouver Island & Chet picked us up from the ferry...
Chet will be in our hearts always...
Linda and Harry
March 4, 2009
Chet, When we first met at the "rich people's" house for an ASSE event several years ago, Harry and I were instantly drawn to you. We had so many things in common, and you were so easy to talk to. We were happy to be included in the other ASSE events that year and to get to know you better.
Although the time we knew you was short, we had many fun times together....target shooting with Ina, Nadine and Isneen, your 60th birthday, the trip to Hood River. My fondest memory is when we took the boat to Riffe Lake this past summer w/ you and Maureen. It still brings a smile to my face and warmth to my heart remembering when we all jumped into the lake and just swam and visited.
Chet, Maureen, Megan and Mike.. Thank you for letting us be part of your life. Learning that Chet was a somewhat "picky eater" (he liked what he liked and didn't need to try anything new) and that he could never seem to have his eyes open in a photo are things that we'll laugh about years from now. Thanks for letting us be part of your family.
Your Wife
March 4, 2009
To My Best Friend...I feel so empty...I keep expecting you to call or come walking in with a big smile, fresh flowers and a big hug and kiss for me. My wonderful memories will keep you alive forever...
Dave Setterberg
March 3, 2009
Maureen
It seems like yesterday we all had lunch together. Chet was such a good friend and I know how much he loved his family. We spent so many good hours together. My prayers and thoughts are with you at this time of great loss.
Christy Dempewolf
March 3, 2009
May you remember the good times with a smile in your heart and may the stories bring laughter to your soul. Look past the sadness and find peace and love for the man who brought joy, happiness and fun to your lives. My thoughts and prayers are with you,
Christy Dempewolf
Don Davidson
March 3, 2009
Maureen, Mike, and Megan,
Chet was the most unselfish person I have known, and truely a great friend. I always looked forward to seeing him in October and now Camp 19 will never be the same. We will have a Diet Coke toast to him this year and share our stories of the good times of the past.
Bill and Karen Boehm
March 3, 2009
Maureen, Mike, and Megan,
Knowing Chet as a neighbor for all these years has been a blessing. He was a fine man, super husband and father, and a wonderful neighbor for just a chat or in time of need. May you each find peace in special memories. You remain in our prayers and in our thoughts.
Vicky Collins
March 3, 2009
Maureen and family:
I am so sorry for your loss of your husband and father- I only hope you have great memories of your loved one. We as a whole are very sadden
of Chet's passing- he was one of the kindest men on this earth, it was a pleasure just to talk with him- with problems or just the daily chit chat.
I will miss him, never forget him- he has the most positive attitude anyone could have- he inspired me with positive attitude. My heart goes out to you, and all his friends who had the pleasue to meet or just talk with our co-worker and friend Chet, he will stay in our heart and great memories forever and ever. May God bless you and watch over you as Chet watchs as well.
Carlisle Motion Control
Gloria Haney
March 3, 2009
I'm so sorry for your lost. Chet will be missed dearly by all of Carlisle's employees. He was a real go getter when it came to his job and his customers/co-workers. My thoughts and prayer are with you and your family.
Denise Wingfield
March 3, 2009
Chet was a wonderful co-worker and friend. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. He will dearly be missed.
Denise Wingfield, Charlottesville, Va.
Brian McClendon
March 2, 2009
Maureen & Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. Chet was a big part of my life at Carlisle as we communicated nearly every week for years. I will definitely miss his fishing and hunting stories as we shared the same interests beside brake shoes. What a Man. May God be with you and your family.
roger deker
March 2, 2009
maureen ,mike megan: chet and i where the best of friends we hunted together up in indian run played cards at your house on market street in johnonburg many times my condolences to you all roger decker
Beverly Dietz
March 2, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Brian Swanson
March 2, 2009
Monaghan Family,
I am very sorry for you loss, All of our thoughts and prayers go out to you. Chet was a great man and will be remembered forever.
George Miller
March 2, 2009
Maureen and family,
I like many here worked with and sometimes alongside of Chet. He showed me a lot. Chet had personal integrity and family values that shined through in any conversation or interaction anyone had with him. He will be greatly missed by anyone who knew him.
Dennis and Kathryn Schardt Sr.
March 2, 2009
Maureen and Children,
Kitty and I want you to know our hearts are saddened by the loss of Chet. May the Lord comfort and strengthen you at this time.
God Bless,
Bill Hooker
March 2, 2009
Maureen & Children,
In all of my travels I never met anyone that spoke more highly of his wife and family than Chet. He loved you and I hope you think of that as a comfort to you. Chet was a gentleman and those of us that worked with him or knew him as a friend will never forget him. God Bless your family and you will be in our prayers.
Randy Luthe
March 2, 2009
Every time I think of Chet I see His smile (what a smile) and his hand shake, if he had an enemy I do not know how because he was so friendly to everyone, how could you not like him!
He will be missed by everyone!
Robert Hicks
March 2, 2009
Maureen,
Chet was a good friend to me and not just a co worker. He touched many in our industry that will miss him dearly as will I. I am sorry for your loss and will keep you and your family in my prayers,
Regards,
Bob Hicks
Andy Rusten
March 2, 2009
Maureen and kids, I had the wonderful pleasure of knowing Chet for over 20 years. Many fun times working with him out on sales calls, and training, and shows and he was truly one of the great ones. I will miss him dearly and will forever remember he always had a great big smile on his face and a hearty handshake. Know this, that he was loved by everyone he was around and he will be greatly missed by all of us out here. My sympathies to all of you and your family. You will be in our prayers and on our hearts.
Jim Holly
March 2, 2009
To Chet's Family,
Chet was truly one of the finest people that I have worked with. He was kind, considerate, and gracious. He was one of the "good guys". You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim Holly
Wayne and Kaye Kinsey
March 2, 2009
Dear Maureen,
We are very sorry to learn of Chet's passing. He was certainly one of the "good guys" in our business throughout the many years we spent together at Carlisle. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Honey Woodward
March 2, 2009
Maureen,
(I am a Carlisle employee, I work in Customer Service.) My thoughts and prayers are with you are your loved ones during this time. Chet is a wonderful peron. May your loving memories of him comfort you and your family. God Bless you all.
Scott Shorr
March 2, 2009
To Chet's Family,
I worked with Chet at Carlisle. My deepest sympathy to all of you for your loss. Chet was a man of honor, integrity and principle and was a shining example for all of us to follow and admire. He always spoke so proudly of you whenever I had the pleasure of spending time with him. I will miss Chet and will always remember him. I wish all of you strength and comfort during these difficult times.
Scott Shorr
Valerie Boldosova
March 1, 2009
I'm so glad I spent last months with such a beautiful person. This man could always cheer you up and make you smile. He didn’t give up even when he was sick. I will never forget my American Dad, my friend, my “King”. I will remember every minute I spent with him forever…
I’m very proud of my American Mom, who is strong like a tree in a wind. I had never met anybody like her. I promised Dad I will care for you, Mom, and I will!
Dad, thank you for everything you made for me!
Love you and miss you,
your Russian Princess…
Bill Booth
March 1, 2009
Dear Monaghan Family,
I've had the pleasure of working with Chet over the latest 3 years and repected him so much. What a great guy. We all miss him. I'm sorry for you loss.
John Younger
March 1, 2009
In your personal and business life you get to meet many people, Chet was one of the best. He was always positive and looked for the best in people, he will be missed.
Debbie Johnson
March 1, 2009
Chet was a very special person. He was the big brother that I never had. He teased me unmercifully and I loved it and him very much. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. He will be forever missed in our family. Love to all.
Sue & John Luchs
March 1, 2009
Our sincere sympathy in the loss of your beloved Chet ~a loving family man & husband.
Don Fapore
March 1, 2009
Maureen,
My deepest sympathy to you and the children. Nothing I can say will be "good enough"...as we can not know the depth of your loss. You and Chet have shown the rest of us how to face true hardship..you have been a tremendous strength for Chet throughout this ordeal and he showed us how to meet our Lord with dignity. I will keep you all in my prayers.....my best regards, drf
Morgan Jones
March 1, 2009
Maureen, Mike & Megan,
Hi i want to extend my greatst simpathy for you guys! i know you will miss him so much! I only got tomeet him four or five times but they were memorable he made jokes alot and mademe laugh. My grama always says with dealth always comes a new live and in some waysthat may be true. but i hope that you are all doing well and staying strong! Love you mom and carmen cant wait to meet you and they kids =]
Kathy Maudslien
March 1, 2009
Chet showed great courage we can all learn from. Looking forward to seeing you and wrapping you in a big hug. Treasure your memories.
Much love to you, Maureen, Mike and Megs.
Norma Chirillo-Seese
March 1, 2009
Maureen and Family--
I did not know Chet passed away. I am sooo sorry. He was such a good person. He was kind of a quiet man, I recall. My deepest sympathy to you and your kids. I feel so bad. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I will let my mom and dad know.
Love,
Norma
Kennard Thole
March 1, 2009
Chet... You will be missed deeply by those you have touched. Your integrity,core beliefs and strong sense of what was right and wrong is what I admired most. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones. May you be at peace with your God. Your friend, Ken
Larry and Veryl Anderson
March 1, 2009
Everything just happened so quickly. Maureen you are the strongest person we know. You have all those wonderful years of memories to cherish. No one can ever take them away. We are truly sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Alan Matsumoto
March 1, 2009
Maureen, Mike & Megan
I know how much you will miss not having Chet around and my sympathy will be with you always. With my time at Carlisle, I had the pleasure of being with Chet plenty of times and I only wish that I could have had more time with him. He was a very dedicated employee with Carlisle and any body that had the pleasure of dealing with him, you always knew that he was dedicated to you not only as a customer but as a friend. Chet didn't have a mean bone in his body.
Ned Fretwell
February 28, 2009
I worked with Chet several years ago and consulted with him on some life choices of my own. There is no doubt Chet is in a better place now. My prayers are with Maureen and his family now.
Tom & Sheryl Killham
February 28, 2009
Maureen , Mike & Megan.
I met Chet through business and he became a very good friend, but I think Chet had that affect on everyone. He will be missed. Sheryl and I will always cherish the time we had during our visit in October. So as we go foward we will always have him in our thoughts and remember to LAUGH LOTS!!!!
Kevin & Amy Fedus
February 27, 2009
To Maureen and Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
(Former Carlisle Empolyees)
Mary Murdock
February 27, 2009
I had the great privilege to meet Chet through our Jobs. I worked many of trade fairs with him. He was truly a nice man and will be very much missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Marlene Taylor
February 27, 2009
Dear Maureen, I am so sorry to hear of Chet's passing. Please know that you both have been in my thoughts and prayers since I met you. I am inspired by your & Chet's courage and graciousness and I feel privileged to have been a small part of his care.
Sincerely,
Marlene
John & Trish Schardt
February 27, 2009
Hold on to your friends and let them know
How much they mean before they go
This man of great integrity
Touched our lives and now he's free
No more pain will he endure
We'll miss you friend forevermore
We're glad we got to say goodbye
We'll cherish that and try not to cry
Thank you for twenty six years
of Love,Laughter & Tears.
February 27, 2009
Maureen, Mike and Megan
Chet was more than a brother to me. He was my friend and my hero. No matter what ever happened, I knew he would be there for me. He was the finest person I have ever known. I was so lucky to have him for my brother. I will truelly miss him, until we are together again.
Cindy
Ina Schwarz
February 27, 2009
he was not only my american dad but the "king" for me, as well as I was "Enya Monaghan" for him.
dad, I wished I could have met you again... I miss you
Shirley & Bing Speedy
February 27, 2009
Dear Maureen and family,
We consider it our good fortune to have gotten to know this kind and likeable man. We share your sense of loss and will keep Chet and you, his family, in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless him and all of you.
Jennifer Soto
February 27, 2009
I'm so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Andi Joyner
February 27, 2009
I had the pleasure of meeting Chet in Cancun for a work conference with my Mother years ago. Chet was so light-hearted and warm we have often remenissed about that weekend. Thank you for the memories. Peace to you and your family in this time of change.
Andre & Janine Lalonde
February 27, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with Chet and his family. We wish we could be there for the MArch 7 gathering. I will miss the fun times we had traveling together.
Edie Hanes
February 27, 2009
Dear Maureen,
I was so sorry to hear of Chet's passing. Saying goodbye to someone we love is one of the most difficult things in this world.
My deepest sympathies to you, Mike and Megan.
gail moreau-desharnais
February 27, 2009
I am very sorry to hear about Chet's passing. I will remember the good times our families had many years ago in Michigan.
Sascha Hustoles
February 26, 2009
Maureen, Megan & Mike,
It has been a long time since my stay in your region. I had the honor to meet Chet. From the first time I knew that he was a nice person, a good friend and of course a loving husband and father. I will always remember him.
Chrissy Calderon (Maule) and Family
February 26, 2009
Our family sends warm thoughts and warm hugs to you and yours during this difficult time.
Unable are the loved to die. For love is immortality. ~Emily Dickinson
Teri Skinner
February 26, 2009
Maureen and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so glad I had the honor to have met Chet. He always had a smile on his face and was full of life. We at Little Indian Embroidery will miss Chet. God Bless
Jennifer Jones
February 26, 2009
I only had the pleasure of knowing Chet for a short time but I appreciate being able to spend his last few days with him and all of you. Mike, Megan, & Maureen - my thoughts are always with you!
Keith & Nan Ballein
February 26, 2009
Do not grieve imagined time lost.
Celebrate and remember all time lived.
We wil always love and treasure all of that time.
Tom and Judy
February 26, 2009
Chet,
How were we to know
How could we predict ….
That a friend we found in you
Would be a friendship that would stick
Beyond the meeting, the dinners
into our lives was wound …
….. a friendship yes a friendship! - for life’s journeys we were bound!
And now to say goodbye – to the forever friend you are
We stumble, we pray, we cry for just one moment more …
please …
to put us back to yesterday – to bring comfort to your pain
to bygone days, to family ways ….
for a picnic with our friends –
but we know that you are gone – you were called away to sleep…
that changes not our friendship, a treasure that we keep ….
We celebrate your life today – we remember your warm, kind smile ;)
You have changed our lives forever - and hope that in a while …
We will meet again, in heaven and continue our soul’s quest –
to treasure each others friendship – for we know, in you, we found the best!
“If love could build a stairway, if tears could build a bridge … we would climb
right up to heaven and bring you back again!”
Your forever friends and our everlasting love, Tom and Judy
John and Sally Davis
February 26, 2009
Chet was a wonderful man, who lived a wonderful life. He had a profession that was a dedication, a passion for outdoor adventures, friends whom he loved and a family whom he not only loved but quite literally worshipped. And so many loved Chet. Such ones are rare indeed.
It is too easy for an "outsider" or even a friend, to patronize the fact that Chet didn't live as long as some or try to mitigate the kind of grief that only his family could feel.
Still all the men, women and children of this world--for all time share a commonality both in their lives as well as in the certainty of their eventual passing.
And in ways that we can't always fully understand, there must somehow be great inspiration in this inevitability.
Golden leaves on a tree, ready to yield to the wind and float away for evermore, are just as beautiful as those newly sprouted amid the freshness of spring.
In times like these I always refer to the section on "Death" from the book "The Prophet", written by the Enlightened Lebanese-American poet Kahlil Gibran. I have never read anything that comes close to revealing what death must be, what Chet just embraced with the utmost dignity and grace.
May we all live the rest of our lives well and remember the inspiration that Chet was...and is...
"Death" Kahlil Gibran
Then Almitra spoke, saying, "We would ask now of Death."
And he said:
You would know the secret of death.
But how shall you find it unless you
seek it in the heart of life?
The owl whose night-bound eyes are
blind unto the day cannot unveil the
mystery of light.
If you would indeed behold the spirit
of death, open your heart wide unto
the body of life.
For life and death are one, even as
the river and the sea are one.
In the depth of your hopes and
desires lies your silent knowledge of
the beyond;
And like seeds dreaming beneath the
snow your heart dreams of spring.
Trust the dreams, for in them is
hidden the gate to eternity.
Your fear of death is but the
trembling of the shepherd when he
stands before the king whose hand is
to be laid upon him in honor.
Is the shepherd not joyful beneath
his trembling, that he shall wear the
mark of the king?
Yet is he not more mindful of his
trembling?
For what is it to die but to stand
naked in the wind and to melt into
the sun?
And what is to cease breathing but
to free the breath from its restless
tides, that it may rise and expand
and seek God unencumbered?
Only when you drink from the river of
silence shall you indeed sing.
And when you have reached the
mountain top, then you shall begin to
climb.
And when the earth shall claim your
limbs, then shall you truly dance.
The Craynes
February 26, 2009
Maureen, Mike and Meagan,
So many words describe Chet, wonderfull, kind, smile, laugh, loving, friend. He will be so very much missed by all. It was an honor knowing Chet. We love You, The Craynes
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