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Christopher Chaphe
September 25, 1969 ~ October 27, 2017 (age 48) 48 Years Old Light a Candle
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A candle was lit by Nancy Daoust-Turner
on November 22, 2017 3:02 PM
Message from Diane Learned
November 13, 2017 3:08 PM
I thought I'd share the heartfelt eulogy my daughter Monique gave as family and friends gathered together in a celebration of Chris's life filled with love, compassion, and kindness.
We are so sad that Chris has been taken from us so soon. But we have so many wonderful, good memories to cherish and hold close to our hearts. To me, Chris was my best friend, my true love, my soul mate and he gave me the most wonderful, precious gifts of all...Ella and Brayden. He was such a good man, a truly good human being. Whatever I wanted, whatever Ella and Brayden wanted, whatever a friend in need asked for, Chris tried to give. He was so easy going. He could hold a conversation with anyone...and he did. He was particularly good at having long conversations with elderly neighbors and they appreciated him for that. He fit right in in Tennessee where you can't get out of a check out line without learning about someone's life history. I recall one trip back home to Massachusetts; he and I decided to go sailing in Newport Rhode Island and he started talking to the sales clerk going on and on about how we lived in Massachusetts then moved to Tennessee but we were back visiting for so on and so forth. I could see the sales guy didn't care too much. I said to Chris when we walked away, we're not in Tennessee, they don't care that much up here. He said "well, I was just making polite conversation." And that was Chris. As I was going through photo albums this past weekend I was reminded of the closeness and happiness we shared. We had so much fun together. I can remember our first real date. We rented a movie called "Weekend at Bernies". It was a light hearted comedy that we watched in the middle of the afternoon and then we just talked. Later that day he, very gentlemanly, asked me to be his girlfriend. That was August 19th, 1990. And from there we had so many good times...ski trips, golfing, countless weekends at the lake with friends and family, cooking up new meals together, and the simple times were most meaningful...listening to music, having a marathon Law & Order, day in bed on a Sunday afternoon, slow dancing in our living room together. I will always cherish those memories.
He loved Ella and Brayden more than anything in this world. He was so scared to be a dad. Always wondering if he was doing something right or wrong. But don't we all wonder that as parents? Chris found his way. He continued to be kind and taught kindness, he continued to be thoughtful and taught thoughtfulness, he continued to try new things and taught them to be adventurous, he continued to have political debates with my parents and taught patience, he continued to encourage them to be the very best they could be and taught them humility, he continued to love them and taught them to love, he continued to pray and taught that no matter what happens in this world, we will eventually all be together and be okay.
I know now that Chris is free of his pain, self doubt and life struggles. That he can see his true worth and be happy with himself, for himself and be proud of all the lives he's effected so positively. He will always and forever be loved.
We are so sad that Chris has been taken from us so soon. But we have so many wonderful, good memories to cherish and hold close to our hearts. To me, Chris was my best friend, my true love, my soul mate and he gave me the most wonderful, precious gifts of all...Ella and Brayden. He was such a good man, a truly good human being. Whatever I wanted, whatever Ella and Brayden wanted, whatever a friend in need asked for, Chris tried to give. He was so easy going. He could hold a conversation with anyone...and he did. He was particularly good at having long conversations with elderly neighbors and they appreciated him for that. He fit right in in Tennessee where you can't get out of a check out line without learning about someone's life history. I recall one trip back home to Massachusetts; he and I decided to go sailing in Newport Rhode Island and he started talking to the sales clerk going on and on about how we lived in Massachusetts then moved to Tennessee but we were back visiting for so on and so forth. I could see the sales guy didn't care too much. I said to Chris when we walked away, we're not in Tennessee, they don't care that much up here. He said "well, I was just making polite conversation." And that was Chris. As I was going through photo albums this past weekend I was reminded of the closeness and happiness we shared. We had so much fun together. I can remember our first real date. We rented a movie called "Weekend at Bernies". It was a light hearted comedy that we watched in the middle of the afternoon and then we just talked. Later that day he, very gentlemanly, asked me to be his girlfriend. That was August 19th, 1990. And from there we had so many good times...ski trips, golfing, countless weekends at the lake with friends and family, cooking up new meals together, and the simple times were most meaningful...listening to music, having a marathon Law & Order, day in bed on a Sunday afternoon, slow dancing in our living room together. I will always cherish those memories.
He loved Ella and Brayden more than anything in this world. He was so scared to be a dad. Always wondering if he was doing something right or wrong. But don't we all wonder that as parents? Chris found his way. He continued to be kind and taught kindness, he continued to be thoughtful and taught thoughtfulness, he continued to try new things and taught them to be adventurous, he continued to have political debates with my parents and taught patience, he continued to encourage them to be the very best they could be and taught them humility, he continued to love them and taught them to love, he continued to pray and taught that no matter what happens in this world, we will eventually all be together and be okay.
I know now that Chris is free of his pain, self doubt and life struggles. That he can see his true worth and be happy with himself, for himself and be proud of all the lives he's effected so positively. He will always and forever be loved.
A candle was lit by Brian menard
on November 10, 2017 8:38 AM
Message from Michelle Lariviere Rydzewski
November 8, 2017 12:38 PM
Sincere condolences and prayers to his family and Friends!
Message from Steve Stelma
November 8, 2017 8:49 AM
It was very sad to hear about Chris passing.I was fortunate to work with him for nearly 20 years dating back to the Worcester Controls Marlborough days.We had the opportunity to golf together on several occasions and it was always a lot of fun.
Chris was very proud of his children and will be missed by everyone who knew him.I hope he rests in peace.
Chris was very proud of his children and will be missed by everyone who knew him.I hope he rests in peace.
Message from Ken & Joyce Lamontagne
November 8, 2017 8:40 AM
Dear Howard, our sympathies and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.
Message from Karen (Chaphe) McKay
November 13, 2017 12:43 AM
On behalf of Howard and the Chaphe faimily, we Thank You for your sentiments. Hope both of you are well. Chris was laid to rest next to his infant step-sister, Mariel, in the North Cemetery in Sturbridge.
A candle was lit by Betty Perrin
on November 6, 2017 4:45 PM
Message from Jeanne Brennan-Krawetzky Marianhill Class of 1988
November 6, 2017 12:30 PM
I have such great memories of going to high school with Chris. He was a great friend with a great big smile.
So very sorry to hear of Chris' passing.
Thoughts and prayers to his entire family.
So very sorry to hear of Chris' passing.
Thoughts and prayers to his entire family.
Message from Elizabeth (Strack) Pimentel
November 6, 2017 12:27 PM
My sympathies to Chris's brothers, children and family. Was shocked and saddened to hear of his passing last week. Chris will be forever be remembered as a friend and member of our Class of '88 at Marianhill. Wishing you all peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
A candle was lit by Karen Santilli
on November 6, 2017 9:57 AM
Message from Doris Doss
November 5, 2017 2:43 PM
Prayers for Chris's family and friends. May God comfort you all. I remember his ever present smile. So sorry for your loss.
Message from Ken and Sandy Petermann
November 5, 2017 12:15 PM
Sending prayers in times of your sorrows sorry for your loss.
A candle was lit by Jane M Williams
on November 4, 2017 6:40 PM
Message from Robin Hibbard Nashawaty
November 3, 2017 8:03 PM
I am so saddened by this. I have fond memories of Chris at Southbridge Credit Union. Think of your family and children at this time. Rest in Peace.
Robin
Robin
Message from Sara Laliberte
November 3, 2017 3:49 PM
I was surprised to hear of Chris's passing from my brother. Thoughts and prayers to his family. Our family has good memories of Chris as he was a close friend to Craig during highschool.
Message from Chris Roy
November 3, 2017 3:22 PM
I haven't seen Chris since High School but he was such a great guy. God bless him and his family and may they always feel his presence.
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