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Post by shelley on Feb 23, 2015 17:12:25 GMT -5
It is with great sadness that I let the group know that our very long time friend, Chris Wigley passed away this morning surrounded by his family. Chris has been a part of this family for as long as I can remember. Always a warm and approachable person who helped many of us and made us laugh, he will be missed. Chris and Gwen, were both Board members giving of their time unselfishly. Gwen was also the publisher of the Newsletter for quite awhile. I'm not doing justice to all that Chris gave to the COPD community here and on other forums and the unfillable place that he leaves. Breathe easy, Chris. To Gwen and the family, my deepest condolences and wish that the love shared will give you strength during the difficult days ahead.
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Post by sask5 on Feb 23, 2015 18:53:41 GMT -5
My deepest sympathies are with Gwen and her family at this time.
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Post by John on Feb 23, 2015 20:07:38 GMT -5
Shelly thank You ; My heart thoughts and prayers go out to Gwen and Chris's family .He was a pillar of our forum th_candlewithfire
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Post by aero63 on Feb 23, 2015 21:13:08 GMT -5
Thank for letting us know Shelley
My heart and thoughts are withy he family.
I can't add to what has Already been said. He was very giving and a nice man. I know he helped me on more than one occasion. He had a very long battle. He will be great missed
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Post by LindaNY on Feb 23, 2015 21:22:01 GMT -5
Thank you for letting everyone know. Thoughts and prayers to the family and friends.
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Post by David on Feb 23, 2015 21:38:14 GMT -5
RIP Chris.
Sending my condolences to the family.
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Post by peter on Feb 23, 2015 22:12:10 GMT -5
My deepest sympathies are with Gwen and her family at this time.
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Post by skate4life on Feb 23, 2015 22:33:31 GMT -5
My sincerest sympathy to Chris's family and friends. His contributions here and other forums have helped so many of us traveling this road. A peaceful passing is a gift for all.
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Post by Dave AB on Feb 24, 2015 0:22:24 GMT -5
So sad to hear of Chris' passing. He was the one who was there, on EFFORTS and on our forum when it started. I was just diagnosed, and learned a lot of facts from his posts, and a lot about coping with COPD with dignity from his overall presentation. At that point he became something of a "hero" to me, and I guess I will always think that of him. We live on in the feelings of those we touched, and part of him will always be with me.
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Post by hugahusky on Feb 24, 2015 6:15:41 GMT -5
May you rest in peace now Chris. Thank you for always being there for us and your willingness to help in any way. You will never be forgotten. My deepest sympathies to Gwen and the family.
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Post by chrocary / Jane on Feb 24, 2015 8:15:02 GMT -5
My thoughts and prayers are with Gwen and family. May Chris rest in peace.
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Post by dray on Feb 24, 2015 10:17:17 GMT -5
My thoughts and prayers for Gwen and Family, Thank you Shelley for posting.
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Post by Deborah on Feb 24, 2015 11:10:16 GMT -5
He was such a gentle man and so dedicated to helping others with this disease. He spent so freely of his time and energy and I know I benefitted so much from his knowledge and wisdom. Deepest condolences to Gwen and the family on the loss of this honourable human being.
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Post by barb7330 on Feb 24, 2015 13:35:01 GMT -5
My deepest sympathy to Gwen and her Family in the passing of Chris...RIP Chris.
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Post by pippy on Feb 24, 2015 15:07:28 GMT -5
My sympathy to Chris 's family he will be missed RIP
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Post by mary57 on Feb 25, 2015 11:11:17 GMT -5
My condolences to Gwen and family, Chris was a wonderful human being, so willing to help others. He played such a large part in my understanding of this disease and how to carry on with it. Chris breathe easy now, rest in peace my friend.
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Post by Colleen-Pa on Mar 2, 2015 15:30:19 GMT -5
So sad to read this~~God Bless Gwen & the family, Chris was a wonderful man~
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Post by bobbioh on Mar 18, 2015 5:24:55 GMT -5
Rip my friend._Gwen. I hope your doing well. Chris was a wonderful person I will miss him god bless
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Post by sandy07 on Mar 26, 2015 10:06:08 GMT -5
Rest in Peace Chris. Thanks for all the help.
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