Merhar Family
Leslie, Tony and all your family please accept our best wishes and prayers during this difficult time.All our love . Stan & Sabrina Skalecki
MERHAR, Christopher
1960 - 2024
"We are each of us Angels with only one wing... we can only fly by embracing one another"
It is with great sorrow that we celebrate the Journey's End and the Arrival Home of Christopher Mark Merhar on August 7th, 2024.
After a courageous and brave battle, Chris returned home. Chris would have been greeted at the gates by his Mother and Father Carol and Joseph Merhar.
Remaining here to celebrate Chris's life are his Sister, Leslie Merhar with Husband Tony Ward, his Niece, Kristin Newman and her Husband Kyle, his Nephew Corey Gaston and his Wife Michelle, as well as Scott Merhar.
Forever remembered by his Great Nephew Kelly, and Great Nieces Samantha, Kaydence and Cassandra, all of whom he adored beyond measure. Also remembered fondly by his Aunt, Helen Sutton. He will be missed dearly by family and friends near and far.
Special mention to significant friends who were with Chris unwaveringly through all the adversity he faced over the past year, Bruce McDonald and his Wife Joanne. Words can not express our gratitude for your support of Chris. He loved you both dearly.
Chris's Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday August 11th, 2024 at 11:00 AM at Timiskaming Funeral Cooperative, 111 Burnside Dr. Kirkland Lake ON, P2N 3L1 with reception and light lunch to follow.
While reminiscing with family and friends lately, attributes of both Kindness and Generosity were common themes.
Chris will be missed by so many and we will continue to hold him in our hearts, not just today... but always.
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Leslie and Tony
So very sorry of Chris' passing. Sending thoughtful prayers and heartfelt condolences.
Merhar Family
I was shocked to see a picture of Chris in the obituary. I've known Chris for a while and got to know him a little more after he worked with his mother at the chip stand M&M and also when he used to deliver pizzas to my home from Dino's. He was a hard guy to like at the beginning but when I got to know him a little more he always used to remember my name and said hi when he saw me. My condolences to all his family and friends I know Chris had an effect on a lot of people. Rest in peace Chris!!!
Nicole Moreau, August 8, 2024
Leslie and Family
Please accept my sincere condolences on Chris’ passing. I had the chance to know Chris over the years, and did reach out to him a few years ago when I happened to be passing by the cottage at Kenogami Lake. I remember he and his Mom loved that place.
When we leave this world, our soul continues on living and in the hearts of those loved and left behind.
Chris will no doubt be with his Mom and Dad once again.
He will now know where all the great fishing holes are.
Rest In Peace Chris.
merher family
I have known Chris for years. He was a great guy. RIP buddy
wendy renaud, August 8, 2024
The Merhar Family
I was very sorry to hear the news concerning Chris. I can remember teaching him years ago and later having many conversations with him as an adult in KL. I always enjoyed his company!
My condolences to the family-
Brian Hamilton
Leslie
I'm so sorry for your loss. Sending thoughts of comfort and strength as you grieve the passing of Chris. XO
to all the family my sympathy
to the mehar family my deepest sympathy chris was a good mam he will miss
francine charbonneau, August 8, 2024
Kristen Newman
So sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Jennifer and John
The Family
Please accept my condolences on your loss. I knew Chris for many years and always enjoyed any time we spent together. Another good man gone much too soon. RIP my friend.
Leslie, Tony and Family
My sincere condolences on the loss of yet another family member. Sending thoughts of comfort and strength as you go through the journey of grief.
Ingrid Schattner, August 9, 2024
Leslie, Tony and Family
My deepest condolences on the loss of your brother Chris. Thinking of you all and sending love and strength.
Kirsten Matheson, August 9, 2024
Leslie, Tony and Family
I cannot imagine the grief you and your family are feeling at the loss of Christopher. My heart and thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Kathleen G, August 9, 2024
Leslie and Family
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family, your mom and Chris always made us feel
so welcome when we came to Kirkland Lake. He was the last connection to the place of my
birth. I will miss him and our conversations. Rest well my cousin.
Larry, Anne & Collins Family
Leslie Merhar
Leslie, I am sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family. May he rest in peace and may God give you the strength to move forward.
Lemlem
The Merhar family and friends.
My sincere condolences to Chris' family and friends. Thoughts and prayer for you all.
Merhar Family and Friends
In memory of a friend who has left us too soon, I find myself reflecting on the many adventures we shared. From the early old days spent hunting , to the peaceful hours casting lines and waiting for a bite, and the countless moments spent paddling together on lakes; each memory is a sign of a life well lived.
You were different by nature, a feisty spirit with a heart of gold. A hot temper at times but always willing to have a good time with everyone you knew. You liked to laugh and always had a flare with the colourful language. Laughing, giving, generous to others, always game for anything we would come up with.
Though you may no longer be by our side, your spirit remains in every card game, sport or activity we played. I will laugh with joy at some of our memories. Some memories may cause us sadness. As the pain fades we will enjoy your memories and be happy we spent time with you Chris.
Rest easy, my friend. You’ll forever be in our hearts and our memories, and your legacy will live on in the adventures we continue to seek.
Chris's Family and Friends
Condolences to you All, at this very sad and difficult time. Will miss our talks and visits at the hospital, he fought a tough battle, now you can rest. So sorry for the Family's loss.
Judy (Cale) Gervais, August 9, 2024
Chris Merhars family
so very sorry to hear this I talked with Chris afew weeks ago. When he had the M and M s on prospect he always had a joke for us always so funny and kind. He loved ribbing Milne about mechanics....I shall miss your excitement and laughter Chris God speed xxxxBarbara Moore and Milne Rennie xx
Leslie & Tony & Family
We were very saddened to hear of Chris’s passing. We have many fond memories of Chris during our lifelong friendship. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Much love from the O’Malley family.
Scott, Leslie and family
Condolences to the entire family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I have fond memories of Chris. He will be missed.
Leslie, Tony and family
I was at a shock to hear of Chris' passing, gone too soon....thinking of you all in this time of grief, hold the memories close to your hearts, my deepest sympathies to you all, I wish I was able to attend his service to say my goodbye but unfortunately I can't...please know my thoughts and prayers are with you, God Bless!
Leslie and family
So sorry to hear of Chris’s passing. Lots of time spent during Federal school days. He was a big personality in my memory. My deepest condolences. God bless.
Webb
Chris Merhar
Always meet up with Chris everytime we were back in town whether it was at the pizza place or downtown always a great conversation… RIP my friend
Peter Kilian, August 12, 2024
Merhar Family
Very sorry to hear of Chris's passing. My sincere condolences to the entire Merhar family and Chris's many acquaintances. I knew Chris when we younger and attended Scouts together. He was always a great guy. I was very saddened and shocked to hear of his passing.
Family
Condolences to the entire family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I have fond memories of Chris back in the day. He will be missed.
