Christopher Walter Kearley
May 13, 1957 to July 28, 2023
Obituary
Passed away suddenly at home surrounded by his loving family on July 28, 2023, at the age of 66.
Leaving to mourn his loving wife Marg of 34 years and devoted son Edward (Kayla Andrews), brother Gerry (Debbie) Kearley, sister Donna (Lloyd) Adams, nephew Shane (Katherine) Adams, Aunt Fran Tavener, and Aunt Shirley Kearley.
Predeceased by his precious daughter Katharine and his twin baby brother. Parents Harold and Lillian, his father and mother-in-law Edward and Helen Oliver. Brothers-in-law Graham and Edwin Oliver.
Also, left with fond memories are his sisters and brothers-in-law, cousins, nieces and nephews, along with many very special friends too numerous to mention.
At his request cremation has taken place. Visitation will take place at Carnell‘s Funeral Home 329 Freshwater Road on Wednesday August 2nd from 2 – 9 pm and Thursday August 3rd from 10 am – noon with funeral service to follow at the Carnell Memorial Chapel at 2 pm. Please note that Carnell’s Funeral Home is a nut free building, due to a staff member with a severe allergy. Thank you for your cooperation.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Janeway Children’s Hospital, as this was a very special place in Chris’s heart.
Schedule
Visitations
2-9 p.m. on August 2, 2023
10-12 noon on August 3, 2023
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
2:00pm, Thursday August 3rd
The Carnell Memorial Chapel
329 Freshwater Road
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Dear Marg and Edward, we were extremely shocked to hear about your loss. Chris was one of those persons I met about 28 years ago. We matched right from the beginning: Me, who did not understand his way of talking but his very kind, loving and caring way of meeting people, even meeting them for the first time. After I had gone back to Germany, we hardly had any contact, but when I came back about 20 years later to introduce my husband and my son:: there he was, joking- laughing- caring and waiting at the airport for us until past midnight.
We admired him for loving life even suffering from severe pain, never complaining – instead having a good and entertaining word for all situations and just being a friend for us,. We hoped so much to see him soon, going with him for a coffee or exploring the Rock, watching the birds or just having a nice chat with him in your backyard. We will miss his asking about what we would like to have for breakfast and his pleasure watching us eating all he made for us. Our thoughts about our beloved Rock will forever be connected with our memories of Chris. We often will speak about him, his jokes and his joyful and positive personality. Gone are only those who are forgotten.
Marg and Edward, we are so sorry, we could not be with you- but in our thoughts we hug you and Edward sincerely..
RIP Chris – we will miss you.
Max, Tom and Solly from Germany
Marg and family, I was so shocked just learn of Chris’s passing. He has been in my thoughts so many times in the last couple months. I’ve missed him at The Summit. We met him initially at CBS pool. He always had a great story and you couldn’t miss his hearty laugh. I’m so sorry I wasn’t there at the funeral home or the service. He was such a caring man and family was absolutely the Center of his life based on his conversations with us.It was always a pleasure to bump into him when he was running errands at Walmart or on the shore somewhere! My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
With deepest sympathy,
Tracy Walzthoni
My sincere condolences to his family
Park Officers Butter Pot Provincial Park
Marg, I am so sorry to hear about Chris. I just found out and wanted to pass along my condolences to you and Edward.
Sorry to hear of Chris’s passing. My condolences to the family . The laughs we had growing up in Topsail. Where the best . 🙏RIP My friend Godbless
Dear Margie and Edward sending you both my deepest condolences on the passing of Chris a good husband and father . I met Chris when I was 18 and have nice memories of him over the years. When I would visit home and run into Chris there was always big hugs and a big chat. Also want to sent my condolences to his siblings Gerry and Donna on the sadness of losing Chris . May he rest in peace and fly with all the good souls who have left Us. 🙏🏼💔 Charmaine( Duff) Kennedy
So sorry and shocked to hear about Chris’ passing, sending my sincere condolences and love to you Marg, and to Edward, and family.
Omg Margie I just seen this. I am in shock. Chris was such a lovely person. I am so sorry for your loss. It is such a big loss. Thinking of you Edward and Kayla at this sad time. Love you. RIP Chris say hi to Walt.
There are some people who just stand out to you in life. Chris was one of these people. He always made time to stop and say hello, give you the biggest smile, and genuinely made you feel he was glad to see you. Marg, Edward, Gerry, and Donna. I am so sorry for your loss. He certainly will be missed
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your beloved husband and father. Always a smile, kind word, and chuckle whenever we ran into Chris. May he rest in peace. Hugs, Paul and Christine Phillips, Topsail
Marg & Edward:
Deepest sympathy on the of Chris. Many good memories of Chris and Superior Propane..
~ Alice Churchill (Alex)
So very sorry for your untimely death Chris!! You were such a sweet person. God Bless and many blessings for your family during this time. Of this sorrow!!
You will be missed by so many people!!💔
Marg and family, my sincere condolences on the sudden passing o your husband and father. May he rest in peace.🙏
Dear Marg and Family: Was shocked and terribly saddened to hear, through Peter, of Chris’s sudden and untimely passing. Harvey and I always enjoyed Chris’s sense of humour; he always left us with a smile. I send my deepest condolences to you all. My thoughts are with you through this most difficult time. Sincerely,
Pat Nivins (Toronto)
Marg I am so sorry to hear about Chris’s passing. My condolences to you and the family.
Rest in peace my friend .
I am so sorry to hear of Chris’ passing. Such a sweet soul. My condolences to his family. RIP old friend.
We are so saddened to hear of Chris’ sudden passing. He was truly a good friend growing up…loads of laughs and he gave the best bear hugs ever. A sweet person gone too soon. Sending condolences to his family and friends. RIP dear Chris!
It was sad news hearing about Chris passing away so suddenly. I met Chris at the Summit Centre years ago and always enjoyed our chats, we had a lot of laughs together. I will miss him dearly. To all Chris’ family and friends please accept my condolences at this sad time . God Bless you Chris and may your soul Rest In Peace.
Margie and Edward, So very sorry to hear of Chris’s sudden passing. We have very fond memories of Chris and all the endless nights spent working on the 52 with Mark. So long my friend until we meet again.
Thoughts and prayers are sent out to you both. Sorry we can’t be with you at this time as away on vacation
Mark , Glenda Winter
Dearest Marg and Edward,
I’m so very sorry for your loss. Chris was such a loving, kind and welcoming human being. It was always a pleasure to be in his company and share in his joy of living.
I’m thankful for the friendship and love that you guys gave so freely. I will always remember the special moments.
Much love,
Judy Kavanagh
Our sincere condolences to the family. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
My sincere condolences to Marg and family. The Payton family have great memories of Chris when we were younger. Cherish all your memories.
Marg, Gerry, Debbie and all the family. I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of Chris. Such fond memories of our times together many years ago. May your memories help you though the healing process. Rest In Peace Chris. Hugs to all.
Gerry and family, we are sorry to hear of Chris’s passing. Sending condolences to all..
Words fail me as I think of what to say to you and your family., Marg, Edward, Gerry and Donna. To know someone your whole life it’s difficult to realize they left this earth and have gone onto their next journey. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Gary & Joan Szangulies
Linda Corker & Pat Badcock
In Alberta
Marg & family,
Wayne & I were totally shocked to hear of Chris’s passing. Would have great chat as he always walked Barnes Lane. He would always try to visit anyone who was sick Would always ask about our family & what was happening in our lives. Would always attend the Fish & Brews take out/eat in at the Cupids Loge on Cuppers Cove Days. He will be surely missed. Great Guy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Marg and Edward,
Dave and I are shocked and saddened to hear of Chris’ passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. We shared many happy occasions together at South River. Chris was a lot of fun. He will be missed.
Our deepest and sincere condolences. Wish we were in town to attend his final good bye. Thinking of you and your family.
Sorry for your loss. Very good memories of Chris.
Dot Bishop
So sad to hear of Chris’ passing. Sending sincere condolences to your family. Chris was a kind soul and gentleman.
Marg and Edward, thoughts and prayers with you both as you go this most difficult time.
Marg and Edward
I am so very sorry to hear of Chris’ passing. I know all too well there are no words to say to help ease the pain of this tremendous loss. Take comfort in your precious memories and the love and support of family and friends will help get you through. You are both in my thoughts and prayers.
Sending our deepest condolences to Chris’s family. So sorry for your loss.
So sad to hear this Marg! We thought the world of Chris. Thoughts and prayers to you and Edward!
Our deepest condolences to Marg and Edward, with much love and prayers to you and family, during this difficult time ♥️
So sorry to hear of Chris’s passing. We were part of the early morning swimming crowd at the Summit Centre..
Sincere sympathy to his family.
Chris, I haven’t seen you in so many years, yet knowing you are gone leaves me in tears and makes my heart ache. I love you so – we had such fun – when we were young ❤️ I love you my friend, rest in peace, you deserve it.
Marilyn Penney
Marg and Edward I am so sorry to hear of Chris’s passing. Thinking of you both at this difficult time.
Marg, Edward and family, so sorry to hear of Chris’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.
Marg, Edward and your families;
Thinking of you all at this very sad time. There are no words that will help ease your pain and heartache at this time. We were truly blessed to have known and shared a few great laughs with Chris recently. Taken way too soon!
Rest in Peace Chris.
Marg, Gerry, Edward, Donna. So sorry to hear the news. Chris was such a good man and the most caring person we will ever know. There are no words to describe how much he will be missed. He was truly an inspiration and a best friend. Too many great memories. It is very sad he has left us so early,. At least we were able to spend some quality time with Chris last summer and for that I am truly thankful. We love you Chris. Tim & Family.
Marg, my dearest friend, Edward and Kayla, I’m heartbroken for you and all Chris’s family. Chris always had a gentle smile and made you laugh. He was a true family man. Let those precious memories you hold dear in your heart carry you through this trying time. Please accept our heartfelt condolences to you all. You now have two precious Angels watching over you. God Bless you all. Love Mary and Junior
Our deepest condolences on the passing of Chris. He was such a warm and friendly person. Where ever he seen you he always stopped and had a talk and certainly a laugh. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time
we were very sad to hear of Chris passing our deepest and sincere condolences to the Kearly family R.I.P my friend Tom and Glenice Robertson
I was shocked to hear the news of Chris’s passing. I have a lot of wonderful memories of Chris from our childhood when there was a large group of us hanging out together. Chris always had an infectious smile and laugh, that will never be forgotten. My condolences to all of his family.
Marg and family,
So sorry to hear of Chris’ passing. Deepest condolences to your entire family. Take care.
Bruce and Judy Moores
So so sorry for your loss. Chris was a true friend, he made me laugh with his humor.
Deepest condolences to Marg, Edward and all Chris’ family.
So very sorry to Chris has passed. He was such a happy person. We certainly wish you all the best.
So sorry to hear of Chris’S passing. My condolences to the family.
Marg and family so sorry to hear of Chris’s passing. When Horace called me and said…..I have bad news….he told me and I thought not Chris, one of my close first cousins. I have been away for a long time however when I would be home and walking in or out Spruce Hill road Chris would be the first person to yell … Hi Doug and meet to chat.
These times when a close person goes too young you have a flurry of memories go through your mind….hanging out at Uncle Harold’s and Aunt Lilian’s house, camping out in our back yards, ice fishing and summer fishing at Round Pond. I have great memories of Chris that I will never forget, … those early years when we all grew up together and had many fun and memorable times together. He was one of the most generous and happy persons you could meet. RIP cousin.
Gerry and Donna my thoughts and memories are with you along with you Marg and Edward..
Margie, Edward & Families,
So sorry and sad to hear of Chris’s passing. He will certainly be missed at parties and other family gatherings with his keen sense of humour and laugh. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
RIP Chris
To Margie , Edward and all the family. We are shocked and deeply saddened to read of your loss. Chris was one of those guys you loved once you met him. We always looked forward to seeing him when he came around the bay.. We offer our deepest condolences and always remember to love each other as much as he loved all of you. Precious memories.
Cecil & Barb Brown
Sending my deepest condolences to Marg,, Edward and Family.
So deeply sorry and shocked to hear of Chris passing he was always a very kind man
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very sad time for you all. Remember the good times
Debbie & Len Penton are so sooty to hear about you loss! Our through ho out to all your family!
Edward, Kayla and family. Myself and Ron are so very sorry for your loss. I know how close you were to your Dad, Edward. My heart breaks for you during this sad time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Karen and Ron Traverse
Marg,Edward,Kayla
Judy and I are so sorry for your loss , when we got Karen ‘s message Sat. Morning we were / are absolutely shocked , we were so looking forward to our visit in a couple of weeks . He will not leave my head ,
Our love and prayers ,& thoughts are with you , see you soon .
Leslie & Judy Hibbs
The Kearley Family
I’m so sorry for your loss and I remember Chris as a pleasant person never angry. He will be missed and forever remembered. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time in your lives. I know that there are no words to ease the pain that you are all going through. Keep his loving memories in your heart’s.
RIP Chris
So sorry for your loss Marg and family. He was truly the nicest person, so many memories of our youth together. RIP Chris.
Rose(Boland)Smith
Marg & family, So shocked & sorry to hear of Chris’ passing. Sending sincere condolences.
Marg and Edward I am so sorry to hear about Chris. My deepest condolences. He was a truly sweet human being.
Margie, Edward, Kayla and family
So very sorry to hear of Chris’ passing.
He truly was one of the nicest people we have never had the pleasure to know.
May your memories keep you strong at this difficult time
Dave and Donna
To Chris’s loved ones I cannot express fully the shock or what my heart Is feeling at your tremendous loss. It feels as tho I have known Chris’s all my life. The Christmas Eve visits when Chris and Gerry would visit the jokes and laughs and out would come the guitar. The kids loved to see Chris coming. The visits to see his mom and dad and he’d be there and so happy to see us. Then he build his own nest with the love of his life his sweet wife Marg. As with most good things in this life it seems gone to soon. Missed forever. Love to you all. Diana
Marg and Edward,
As we all say and nothing can be truer…..I have no words to comfort you at this time. Both myself and David are thinking of you both at this time..Chris will be missed for that’s for sure..I wish I could be home to hug you . One thing about you both you have a huge circle of family and very close friends that will be there to support you both.
Love you and will talk very soon.
Brada😘
My Sincere Condolences to. Chris’s family and friends. I have many find memories of Chris , he was a wonderful person and although we haven’t see each other many years I still respect him and his friendship when we were younger. R I P Chris.
Margie and Family, I am beyond sorry to hear about Chris’s passing. Always loved chatting to both of you. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs my friend ❤️
Marg & family, we are sorry to hear of Chris’ passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. Condolences to the entire family. RIP Chris.
Remembered with fond memories! Be assured of prayers for his soul and family at this time!
Sending our sincere condolences to Chris’s Family and Friends on his passing.
Rest easy Chris
We are sorry to hear Chris has passed on from your old neighbors.
Marg and family so sorry to hear of Chris passing, keep your memories as you go in your life . Remember the laughs you all had , I am sure there is many .
Geez Chris, you gone to early. I’ll miss you buddy, friend, neighbor. Sorry for your loss Marg, Gerry and Edward.. Many great memories. God bless.
So sorry to hear about Chris’s passing my thoughts are with you and your Family at this sad sad time
Rest in Peace Chris