Born in Sackville on New Year’s Eve in 1951, his mother was the best dressed mom-to-be in her fanciest party dress (word is that she was none too impressed to have to miss that party, but baby Chris refused to wait).

 

Chris was the son of the late George and Jean (Maxwell) Chambers. Chris is survived by his brother David Chambers (late Nancy), as well as their children Anne and Robert Chambers and their families.

 

Chris was a kindhearted, soft-spoken partner to his long-time love, Donna Fillmore. Being ever careful with his words and deeds, Chris was especially so with Donna’s heart. He enjoyed traveling with her, supporting her ambitions and interests, and living everyday life together with her.

 

With Donna came her two sons, Shannon and Jordan. Chris was lucky to get a package deal! Including Shannon’s wife, Danielle, and their two girls Olivia and Sophie, and Jordan’s partner, Brit.

 

Chris was a gentle and devoted father to Matt Wiley and Keltie (Adam) Perritt. He started his journey into parenthood with Janet Wiley (now Little) when they were just babies themselves. Some of Matt and Kel's earliest memories involve Chris playing guitar so sweetly for them, and being at their grandparents’ Amherst Shore cottage with him. Over the years, he became their best friend. He always made time to listen carefully and offer advice without judgement. Usually it would sound something like, "worrying is like sitting in a rocking chair, it gives you something to do, but it gets you nowhere". His kids loved him beyond measure. He was a really great dad.

 

When he received the big promotion to proud Papa, Chris was over the moon. He was always happy to hear about or spend time with his grandkids, Cassidy, and Nathan Wiley, and Maxwell, Isla and Ayda Perritt. He was the first to congratulate them on their achievements, big or small; from getting good (or even just ok) grades, to almost every hockey goal (and almost every save) and for just being themselves. To say his grandchildren will miss him is an epic understatement.

 

One thing you may not know is that Chris was into vintage pieces… well not really, but he did collect a number of lifelong friends who stayed close since they were young. Dad’s friends meant the world to him, whether they were back in the day, going fishing, playing in a jug band, or more recently playing pool and snooker. You know who you are.

 

Chris inherited a passion for golf that seems to have skipped at least one generation. He could be found many summer days walking the local golf course seemingly endlessly until dark… sometimes grumbling, but mostly enjoying himself.

 

Chris worked for many years away from home. He was a Field Heat Treatment Technician. He would set up and perform controlled heat treating to offset the high temperature effects of welding. He had worked for years doing back shifts, and 30 hour shifts; the man was dedicated. Later he became a consultant in the same energy business. Or as Donna would say, ‘He does X’s and O’s for a living’ because his diagrams were covered in X’s and O’s.

 

Chris was a kind man, a steadfast partner, a warmhearted dad, the most proud Papa, and a true-blue friend 'til the end.

 

Arrangements are under the care and supervision of Jones Funeral Home, 70 Bridge Street, Sackville, NB (506-364-1300). An afternoon of remembrance will be held from the funeral home on Wednesday, August 7, 2024 from 2-4 pm with special words to be mentioned by family and friends at 3 pm. All are welcome to come together to honour Chris and sharing memories.

 

Chris was fond of his pets, including numerous cats, dogs, and horses. Donations in his memory may be made to the LA Animal Shelter.

 

Sharing of memories and condolences may be sent to the family by visiting the online memorial at www.jonesfuneralhome.ca or through the Jones Funeral Home Facebook page.

 

It was difficult to have to start writing this, and even more so to end it. So I’ll sign off the way Dad always did … "Love ya! Bye for now."