“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
Suzanne and Steve Cunliffe and Family
Matt Elliott
Chris helped us buy our first home in Canada and did a great job of keeping in touch afterwards. Always positive, he was a genuine guy who had his heart in the right place and he will be sorely missed in the community. Rest in peace mate.
Libra
Chris was a true professional, nothing could stop him. My thoughts and prayers for him and for his family during this difficult time. Rest in peace Chris!
Robert Xiong
My deepest sympathies to the family, and our thoughts are with you.
Gilles and Lynda Bertrand
Our deepest sympathies to the family and Christopher was a very kind individual always smiling and cheerful will be missed by many.
RIP.
Ash Charania-Richardson
Thank you Chris for your gift of friendship and community. We were blessed to see you and say goodbye. Jacqueline, Eric, Alan and I send you our deepest, heartfelt condolences.
Rosalind Temple
Chris will be missed. His positivity was inspirational. My thoughts are with his family.
Erin Purdy
Sending your family strength during this season
Gabrielle Lepage
Chris s’est glissé dans ma vie par l’entremise de sa passion- l’immobilier, quand j’étais à la recherche d’une maison en transition de vie. Il a vite su capturer ma confiance avec son professionnalisme et son empathie attentionnée. Je me sens privilégiée de l’avoir rencontré. Comme il a touché me vie!
Deepa gandotra
My Sincere Condolences to Goneau family. chris was a very friendly and helping person. he was strong and courteous. He will be missed.
Dear Joan, Jake, Jennifer, Joanne, Jacqueline , Eric, and All your Families,
we are so very sorry to hear of Chris’s passing. he was such a fine person and it was such a pleasure to have known him over the years especially our time on Costello Avenue. we are all so very sorry for your loss .
In friendship most Sincerely,
Steve, Suzanne, Jason , Sean and all our Family