With profound sadness, we announce the sudden passing of Christopher R. Loomer, MD, in Victoria BC, Canada on July 15, 2022, at the age of 74.
Chris was born in Saint John, NB on January 9, 1948, the only son of the late H. Avard Loomer and Irene S. Currie. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Mary Loomer (née Martell), and their four children: Geoffrey (Lindsay), Robert (Erin), Karen (James), and Andrew (Courtney). Chris also leaves behind seven grandchildren: Nathaniel and Samuel Loomer, Isla and Sebastian Loomer, Luke and Elena Fraser, and Jensen Loomer. He will be missed by many relatives and friends.
Chris graduated from Saint John High School, going on to Dalhousie University for his BSc, followed by his MD in 1974. He practiced family medicine in Saint John for 8 years before returning to Dalhousie University to study Ophthalmology. The family relocated to Victoria BC in 1988 where Chris practiced Ophthalmology until 2001. He returned to Saint John and continued to practice until illness forced his retirement in 2005.
Despite health challenges, Chris always kept a positive outlook for the future. He enjoyed following professional golf, watching Green Bay Packers football, keeping his car meticulously clean, and joking with family and friends. He loved visits to Disney World and going on an occasional cruise. His most cherished times were spent with Mary, his children, and his grandchildren.
A Graveside Service will be held on Monday, July 25 at 11:00 am at Royal Oak Burial Park, 4665 Falaise Drive, Victoria BC., V8Y 1B4
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Vasculitis Foundation Canada or a charity of one’s choice.
Condolences may be offered to the family at
McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com
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Tom and Elma Hickman
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Ann Marie Douglas Dear Mary and Family, sending my sincere condolences on the passing of your Chris. May all your happy memories,the love and support of family and friends sustain you at this sad time. My thoughts are with you.
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Yvonne Lawson Dear Geoff and Loomer family,
I’m so sorry for your loss, my deepest sympathies to you during this sad time.
Yvonne
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Kathy Horne I was so saddened to hear about the passing of Chris. He was such a loving, caring family man.
The service yesterday was lovely and the music was inspiring.I did enjoy the reception afterward at Geoff & Lindsay’s home. It was nice to talk to everyone after so many years since I have seen you, Mary and Geoff’s brothers, sister and their families. I was happy to be able to attend.
Having lost my husband, (Lindsay’s father) a few years ago, I centainly understand how you feel. Chris will be forever in your heart. I know you are strong and will have the loving embrace of your family for support.
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The Martells East, Andrew and Jean Hello Mary, Geoff/Lindsay, Karen/James, Rob/Erin, Andrew/Courtney and families. Certainly much sadness coming this way with the passing of a fine husband, father, grand father, father-in-law, brother and ‘sister’-in-law! A good man and doctor forced by illness to give up his practice at such an early age…We saw him suffer in silence, still maintaining his great sense of humour; he certainly enjoyed reminding me of the Toronto Maple Leafs ‘occasionally’! Our father liked Chris…had he not we’d definitely have heard about it…:) Chris Loomer will certainly be missed by all who knew and loved him…Forever in our memories. God Bless! Andrew and Jean.
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Don and Linda Slipp (Reicker) So sorry to hear about Chris. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
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Dixie Browne Our Sincere condolences – Dixie & Wayne Browne
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Carolyn Kern Garvin My dearest Mary and Family,
My sincere condolences to each of you on the passing of Chris. Although it has been several years since we have seen you folks, I think of you often. Hold tight to your wonderful memories of Chris to help you each in the days ahead. All my love and prayers,
Carolyn
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The NJ & BC Martells Mary, Geoff and Lindsay, Rob and Erin, Karen and James, Andrew and Courtney and families,
We were so terribly sorry to learn of Chris’s passing and wish we could have been with you during these difficult days. Please know that we’re thinking of you. Chris holds a very special place in our hearts, as do all of you. We’ll miss Chris, but we’ll also remember him fondly.
We offer our deepest sympathies, and hope that you find comfort in the special memories you all share.
With peace and love,
Tim, Jen and Keegan
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Sandra (Wadlin) Zarins Mary and Family, I send my sincere condolences at this sad and difficult time.
Sandra ( Wadlin) Zarins
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Lois Moore Sincerest condolences to you and your family Mary. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
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Class of 1968 Mary and Family,
So sorry and sad to hear of the passing of Chris.
We, your Nursing Classmates from the good Old General, want you to know you are in our heart and mind at this difficult time. May you have peace in the days ahead.
We have placed a Memorial to Hospice of Greater Saint John.Class of 1968
Saint John General Hospital School of Nursing
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Joyce Robertson My sincere condolenses to Mary and family on Chris’s passing. I had the pleasure of working for Chris for 4 years in his family practice. Fond memories of this time.
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Gloria Singer Mary and family sincere condolences on the loss of your husband, father and grandfather.
Gloria Kelly Singer
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Rev. Barry and Marilyn Dixon Mary,
So sorry to hear of Chris’s passing. May god wrap arms of love around you during this very difficult time. Know that my thought, love and prayers and love are with you and your family.Marilyn {Beck} Dixon
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Georgie Day Dear Mary and Family,
I wish I (and all of our classmates) could be there to give you a real hug today. None of us knows what is around the proverbial corner. All we can do is make the best of every day we have and it sounds like Chris did just that. Please know that all of us are thinking about you and wishing we could be there. We are in spirit and hope it is some comfort to you.
Georgie
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Erik Millett Dear Mary, Geoffrey, Robbie, Karen, and Andrew,
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Chris. My memories of Chris are as an immediate member of the Currie side of the family, my family doctor when I was a child, and as a bright and intelligent person with a great deep laugh often heard while teasing my father. Your memories and stories of Chris will see you through this difficult time. You are all in our thoughts.
Your East Coast Cousins, Erik and Marie-Christine Millett, Hampton, New Brunswick.
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Dana Horne I am truly sorry to hear of Chris’s passing. My deepest condolences. Thinking of and praying for comfort for all of you during this difficult time.
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Anita Kauser Mary, Geoff and family,
My most sincere condolences on the loss of your husband, father and grandfather. I have such fond memories of Chris and I know he will be sorely missed. Much love ❤️
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Anita and Al Our sincere condolences Mary to you and your family. Chris’ looks have not changed over the years. Please let me know at some point and time if you still live on Travino Lane. Our prayers go with you and the entire family.
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Cindy Millett & Zen Hiew, Quispamsis, NB Our sincere condolences to Mary, Geoffrey, Robert, Karen and Andrew and families. Chris will be remembered a gracious, intelligent and quick witted family member who, with Mary, kept in touch and visited over decades and distance. His innate perseverance came to the fore with an illness, leading to an early retirement, yet he continued to live his life to the fullest. May you treasure your many fond memories of him.
Dear Mary, Geoff, Rob, Karen and Andrew and families,
We have just heard the sad news of Chris’ passing. Our family has so many fond memories of our times spent in Saint John and Cole Harbour with your family. We have several “Chris stories” that we still laugh about. He was a great guy who’ll be sadly missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time.
With love,
Tom, Elma, Lindsay, Scott and families