Christopher Gordon Schwede left this world on August 18, 2022 in Victoria, BC. Second born of four children on October 28, 1972 in Terrace, BC. Chris leaves behind his parents Sharon (Ray) Logan and Fred (Evelyn) Schwede, brother Shayne (Emily), sister Tammy and his Irish twin, Candice (Marcus). Chris will also be missed by his daughter Olivia, and her mom, Erica, as well as many nieces including Shaelee, Lacey, Viella, and Kayla and adoring nephews, Noah and Khristian.
Chris worked hard to earn his Red Seal Journeymen Electricians status as an adult. As a child he gained his claim to fame by narrowly missing being cast as the toddler version of Superman.
If you were a friend of Chris’, you felt like a brother, a sister, or a cousin. If you were in his immediate family, Chris left no room for doubt, family was his everything. Chris was enchanting, protective, deeply loving and sensitive to all that life brought. He was so funny and loved to tease, flashing his dimples and brilliant eyes. He will be missed far and wide.
“And sometimes I despair the world will never see another man, like him” (Superman’s Song -Crash Test Dummies).
A Memorial Service and Reception for Chris was held in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens on Friday, September 16, 2022. All were invited to commune, share stories and memories of Chris at a bbq at Candice’s home afterwards.
To watch a recording of the service, click the image below.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com
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Marc T.
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Vicky and Tony Etchells Our deepest condolences for our friends Sharon and Ray and for all their family as well. What a moving tribute to Chris who was deeply loved by so many. We are so very sorry for your sad loss.
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Max Gillis My sincere condolences. Years back, Chris and I worked as electricians together and shared a home in Victoria. I will never forget Chris and the times we had. I am very sorry to hear about his passing. I had reached out to him on Facebook and we were catching up recently. Love ya Chris and my condolences to his family.
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Barbara Heimlich I will always remember Chris fondly. I’m so glad we got together when I was home Candice. It was wonderful sharing stories and listening to his favorite music. I am sorry I missed attending the service. My heart was there with you though. I’ve said it before; you were very lucky to have each other.
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Lani Mclennan I’ve known Chris for along time we had the same best friend which was Mitch n Mitch passed a while back so they are together now he was a good electrician.i will miss him such a good person
Until we meet again my friend
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Rob Lauritsen My Friend for 30+ Years
Rock it out up there!!!
Miss you bro…
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Kate Dickson I am so sorry for your incredible loss and thank you for sharing Chris’s story. Sending you hugs and wishing you and the family peace
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Deborah Dahl I am so sorry I never got to meet Chris in person Sharon, you have always spoken about him and all your kids with such unconditional love. I can’t imagine the grief you must be feeling. Our kids are not supposed to go before us. Keeping you all in our thoughts and sending much love.
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Julie Randall I’m incredibly sorry to hear this news, and my heartfelt sympathies go to my family in this, their time of need. If Chris was this loving and giving in life, I believe he will be loving and giving and make his presence still known from beyond. God bless.
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John Koren I am so deeply saddened to hear about Chris’s passing. My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends.
Chris was a genuinely nice guy and fun to work with . Rest in eternal peace my friend.
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Angela Heimlich I will always remember Chris the last time I saw him, it was at mom and dad’s and we played games in the yard the entire day. We laughed the entire time, he had a great infectious laugh and a smile that lit up the room. Good memory to hold on to. I’m so sorry he’s gone.
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Annl Lawn When I was a kid, my dear friend , Sharon., took me into her loving home, no questions asked. She saved my life. I had the best time being a member of their family.
I remember Chris, as as child, so curious, always into everything, but that impish smile. I will never forget Sharon telling me the story about Chris and his unexplained bad breath, at age 5. Sharon tried to source the cause. Turns out Chris had shoved a pencil eraser up his nose., maybe a year earlier. No one knew. I can still hear his cute stuffy nasal voice. Sharon, your pain will never subside but I pray for some comfort. Love you
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Sandra Hall What a beautiful tribute to Chris. Losing a son and sibling is so horrible, and I’m so sorry you are all going through this. My sincere sympathies to all of you.
I am in treatment [recovery] my “BROTHER” thanks in part to you, I miss you dearly but in my heart you shall remain as at times I replay our stories, those nights where we shot the shit and glorified each other, I made it Chris I am proud to tell you that I am 84 days sober…wish you were there with me like we had planned, God had bigger plans rest in peace my good friend…I truly miss you a lot…
My condolences to the whole family especially Olivia God bless you all AMEN