I simply couldn't write anything until now. Chris was hugely instrumental in my life, a great friend, an awesome sounding board, and more fun that one person has a right to be.  Several months later and I still miss him more can be imagined.  We were going to do lunch the week before he passed away and I had to reschedule. What I wouldn't give to have that time back as a "do-over."

We only knew Chris briefly, during our year  in Australia, but we were impressed with his enthusiasm and vitality. Our thoughts are with you, Stella.

 At this time of sorrow,
 may these truths sustain you...
 Your loved one will always
 be as close as a memory, 
 and the God of all comfort
 will always be as
 close as a prayer.

 

***

Words, however kind, 
 can't mend your heartache: 
 but those who care and 
 share your loss wish you
 comfort and peace of mind. 

 

***
 May you find strength
 in the love of family
 and in the warm embrace
 of friends.

 

***

It will be the little things
 that you will remember,
 the quiet moments,
 the smiles, the laughter.
 And although it may seem 
 hard right now,
 it will be the memories
 of these little things
 that help to push 
 away the pain 
 and bring the smiles
 back again.

" Echoing the sentiments above.  So sad to have lost Chris, who's companionship and intelligence and easy smile were always a joy to behold.  I will miss him and think great thoughts of him often.
                                                         Mike Rosenbaum

We were so shocked from the passing of Chris, he was a great asset to our office and company. He will be greatly missed as a friend and colleague..... our sympathy's to his loved ones and family...

We met Chris late in our lives and unfairly too late in his as well. So we don't have a wealth of experiences to remember him by.  Time, it seems, is never fair.
Chris was a gentleman, in the true meaning of that word.  His ready smile, genuine kindness and interest in others was the first thing you experienced when in his company and what we will miss the most.
We have all lost a great man.  For Chris there will always be a wealth of people who will remember him fondly and miss him even more.
Jeanie and Randal Martines

We loved Chris dearly, and are heartbroken by his untimely death.  We do have such wonderful happy memories of Chris, and his love of life to bring us smiles. 

Stella, please let us know if we can do anything at all to support you during this incredibly difficult time. 

Our deepest sympathies.

Love,

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Christopher Shinn

November 11, 1949 – September 17, 2014

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