In Celebration of

Christopher John Geals

April 6, 1981 -  January 1, 2021

With broken hearts, Christopher’s family announces that he lost a courageous fight against myotonic dystrophy, on January 1, 2021, with his proud and loving parents, Lorraine and Kenneth, by his side. He is sorely missed by his sister, Kerry Anne, brother-in-law, Shane Cartledge, and nephew, Jeremy and our family dog, Holly. Christopher was much loved by his late grandparents: Reef & Margaret Steele and Jonathan Geals but he never knew Eliza. His aunts are Marlene Steele and Nanci Roe, and cousin Bill Roe.

Christopher’s greatest love was his family. He was also close to extended family: Pauline, John, Miki, Kokoro, Chris, Liz, Helen, and Stephanie. Special thanks to them and his closest friends, Fr. Scott Birchall and Kristen Mackenzie and our “angel”, Christine Zilli, at West Park, who watched over him, especially when family visits were restricted.

Christopher had a great love of animals with an extensive knowledge of them and many subjects. He enjoyed many sports, music, movies, trivia, and family games.

His intelligence, sense of humour, values, and a beautiful heart made him a true gift. Canada lost a proud Canadian.

Heartfelt gratitude to all friends and neighbours whose prayers, good wishes, and kindness gave a ray of sunshine to his journey. Christopher, your struggles were many and so were the tears we’ve shed for you, now and as you suffered.

You are our HERO and you’ll always remain safe and cherished in our hearts.

Love, your family.

Donations may be made to Muscular Dystrophy or an animal charity. A memorial Mass and celebration will be held when safe.

Guestbook 

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MOM 

Entered March 27, 2020

Hi, Sweetheart. It was another rough day. I miss you very much and am having trouble dealing with the way things happened. So many times you and I were alone ,visiting , and it was very difficult to watch you go through so:many difficult days. The good and better days just meant the world to me. You are always in my heart and seldom out of mind. I love you . Mom

Kerry Anne Cartledge 

Entered January 16, 2021

We miss you Christopher.
Love,
Kerry Anne, Shane and Jeremy

Beverly O'Brien and Family 

Entered January 16, 2021

With deepest sympathy from our family. Christopher was a happy and loving child. He was so great to have around the family when I baby sat him and his sister Kerry Anne. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Bev, Kevin, Darren and Shannan.

Sharon Filiatrault 

Entered January 16, 2021

Lorraine, Ken, Kerry Anne and family our deepest
Sympathy on the loss of your son and brother
Our prayers are with you in this very trying time David and Melanie along with John and myself send our heart felt condolences. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

John William Cartledge 

Entered January 16, 2021 from Toronto

Christopher, we are so proud to be your godparents. Thank you for being wonderful you and sharing your life and journey with us.
Love,
Aunt Pauline and Uncle John

Life Stories 

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John William Cartledge 

Entered January 16, 2021 from Toronto

Christopher had a very sharp mind and an amazing memory especially for detail. He was able to easily recite in order all twenty nine colors of Joseph's coat. This was from the production " Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dream coat." He loved to tease and challenge his Mom to do the same!

John William Cartledge 

Entered January 18, 2021 from Toronto

Sweet Nephew,
Jeremy was still quite young. One day, we were all gathered in the kitchen. Christopher was still being cared for at home by his wonderful parents. Unfortunately, it was not a good day for dear Christopher and Jeremy picked up on the sad mood. He instructed us to all line up in the kitchen and proceed one by one into the family room to try to cheer his uncle up. I'm sure it really helped. Such a sweet memory and sweet nephew!

MOM 

Entered June 9, 2021

Christopher was the second longest baby born in what was formerly called : Mississauga General Hospital back in April 1981. I guess he got his height gene from me. Okay, then . For those of you who know me and that I stand at 5 ft. 3 in.on a good day, I ve always tried to think tall... until now since having my heart broken. Now , I have no illusions about anything- just stark reality.

MOM 

Entered July 21, 2021

Christopher, you were never one to sit outside but one day , I was out on the deck and you came out. I asked hey you came out and you said that you thought you ‘d just keep me company. You don ‘ t know how happy that made me,even if it was for a little while.So thank you for making my day, many years ago. Also, I enjoyed our times when I took to the Mandarin before school started. I always enjoyed our times spent together, just you and me stepping out. Love, Mom

MOM 

Entered July 27, 2021

I remember you telling me that you used to make a rather small cut in the milk bag . Dad would get annoyed because it was hard to get the milk out. You derived a certain amount of pleasure just from getting him going. I don t think he held it against you. I often think about how you would ask for a hug then make yourself as tall as possible . Very funny ! You re in my heart and on my mind , always. Love, Mom

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