“There’s a hole in the world tonight.”
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear husband and father on November 17th, 2021. Chris was predeceased by daughter, Valérie Goneau. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Jacqueline and son Eric (Camille). He will be dearly missed by his parents, Jean-Jacques and Joan Goneau as well as by his sisters, Joanne (George Menexis) and Jennifer Moore (Bob). Fondly remembered by his in-laws Louis-Philippe and Pauline Coulombe as well as many nieces and nephews.
Chris was a force of nature that could not be stopped. The impact that he had on everyone he met is truly indescribable. He taught us all how to be resilient, how to chase our dreams and goals, and what it means to be a loving father, brother, husband, son and friend. The things he had accomplished while overcoming life’s biggest challenges were so inspiring. Chris even recently wrote a book called “I’m Still Standing”, while going through cancer treatments. He lived his life with purpose and that will stay with all of us, forever.
We know that he and Valérie will be playing some great music up there on the piano and smiling down on us, until we all meet again.
Family and friends are invited to a visitation at Beechwood, Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services (280 Beechwood Ave. Ottawa, ON) on Tuesday, November 23rd, 2021 from 11am to 1pm, followed by the memorial service. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Valérie’s Flutter Foundation. https://www.valeriesflutter.com/
How wonderful life was while you were in the world. We love you forever.
Digital Guestbook
Daniel, Sylvie, Marie-Eve, Olivier, Vincent et Kathleen
Francine et Stephan
Jacqueline, nous ne trouvons pas les mots pour exprime notre tristesse quand nous avons appris le décès de Chris aujourd’hui. Nous n'oublierons jamais sa joie de vivre, son entrain et sa persévérance. Nous pensons très fort à toi et Eric. Nous vous adressons nos condoléances les plus sincères.
Priscille and Charles Sigouin
Nos plus sincères condoléances.
Andrea Timlin
Dear Jacqueline, Eric and Goneau family, I am truly sorry for your loss. I really enjoyed getting to know Chris over the years. He was so passionate in the pursuit of a cure for cancer that will live on through the Valérie’s Flutter Foundation. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Yasmin Akter
Yasmin, Lokman and the Family
Our deepest condolences. glad that he will meet his dearest daughter in the heaven.
Our kids will miss the candy/ gifts that he used to bring in to celebrate various occasions. He will be remembered and missed.
Uncle Bob and Aunt Sandra
Sandra and Bob offer our sincere condolences to Jacqueline, Eric, Joan, Jake, Jennifer and Joanne and all other members of the immediate families.
Christopher was a beautiful and caring person who, apart from being a wonderful husband and father, exhibited great determination, tenacity and courage in dealing with serious health issues over numerous years. He worked hard at giving one hundred percent to all of his duties and activities.
He leaves behind a fine example of purpose and strength for all of us to follow.
The Barber Family
Our deepest condolences and our thoughts are with you and the family.
Gerry and Dorothee Carisse
Chere Jacqueline, Eric, Joan et Jake nous sommes profondément attrister du décès de Christopher, Il était un jeune homme remarquable qui nous a toute toucher.
Dorothee se joint à moi pour vous offrir nos plus sincères et chaleureuse condoléances
Geneviève Binet
Toutes mes condoléances, Jacqueline et Éric.
Christine and Bachir Dalati
Our heartfelt condolences to Jacqueline, Eric and the Goneau family. Chris will always be remembered by his warm welcoming smile and the way he always helped us. He helped my daughter purchase a home and recently Chris sold our home and helped buy another one. We were always happy to see Chris drop off the goodies at every occasion. What a wonderful kind man. He will be missed so much.
Chris really made a difference in so many lives. We all know he will be remembered with love.
We unfortunately cannot attend the ceremony but we are sending you thoughts of comfort during this difficult time. Please accept our warmest condolences! Bon courage Jacqueline et Éric ainsi qu'aux autres membres de la famille!