CRAIG (COOKIE) GILCHRIST

Condolences & Memories (28 entries)

• Craig was a great part of our group in our late teens and I always remember Craig as a smiling individual! Craig treated everyone with kindness and was a caring person. My deepest sympathy to Linda and family - Posted by: Diane McClure (O,Reilly) (teenage friends) on: Jan 20, 2013

• Terribly sorry to hear of your loss Kendra. Wishing you and your family peace, and your Dad a peaceful rest. - Posted by: Suresh Pereira (Friend) on: Jan 15, 2013

• My Condolences to the Gilchrest and Franklin families. I remember Craig with a smile, because he seemed to always have a smile on his face. He was a good man... - Posted by: Wayne Jopling (FRIEND) on: Jan 15, 2013

• May Beautiful Memories Give you Strength in These Difficult Hours.... Veronica Sichewski on behalf of The MTS Volunteers - Posted by: veronica sichewski () on: Jan 15, 2013

• I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of Craig. He was a nice guy and a good friend. He was on the board of the Arborg ice dawgs. I'm the equipment manager for the team and it was nice to meet him - Posted by: vincent fridfinnson () on: Jan 14, 2013

• I remember one day when we were all really young and Uncle Craig took us for a ride in his Blue Duster....he would slowly enter out on the shore line and enter in the water where all us kids would be laughing our heads off becuase the water would be spraying our faces. I have many fond memories out at the cabin with my uncle, he was a special part of my life and he will truly be missed. All my love goes out to my Auntie Linda, Alex and his family and my baby cousin Kendra! - Posted by: Mike Franklin (nephew) on: Jan 14, 2013

• Ivan was a cousin & baseball buddy,Craig we hope there are lots of sports where you have gone to, that would be pure heaven! - Posted by: Ivan & Sandra donald (cousins) on: Jan 13, 2013

• Heartfelt condolences to Linda, Alex, Kendra and all family members. On the few times I had the pleasure to spend time with Craig he was genuine and friendly with a warm engaging personality. Seeing these tributes confirms those impressions. Keep those good memories and positive energy to help you through this difficult time. - Posted by: Alan Perun (Cousin In Law (if there is such a thing)) on: Jan 12, 2013

• Dear Kendra, Please accept my deepest sympathies and condolences to you and your family at the loss of your dear father. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers every day. XOXO - Posted by: Diane Pollo () on: Jan 11, 2013

• Our deepest condolences Kendra on the passing of your dad. thinking of you and your family at this time. - Posted by: Tammie & Greg Dueck () on: Jan 11, 2013

• We met Craig recently but we know he was a happy person a good husband, the whole family would remember him with love. Our deepest condolence to all family. - Posted by: Pepe and Lucy ((Friend of Amador*Cheryl C.(Craig"s sister-in law)) on: Jan 10, 2013

• A nice guy. I always enjoyed the witty conversations with Craig when I came home and pulled up in the driveway next to his. My sincere condolences to his family. - Posted by: Charlie P. (Former neighbour on Howden Rd.) on: Jan 10, 2013

• Our sympathy to Linda and all Craig's loved ones. We have great memories of fun times with Craig in our teenage years. Craig, we'll miss your "out-of-the-blue" late night phone calls - Posted by: Sue and Darryl Radick (Friends from Victoria) on: Jan 10, 2013

• Sorry to hear of Craig's passing. Craig was a great guy with lots of adventure in him. Had tons of fun with Craig at the Norwood Community Club dances and many laughs at the A&W walk in. Craig you will be missed by us all. - Posted by: Jim and Carol Somerville (Friend) on: Jan 10, 2013

• I am proud to be part of this family and to have met Craig. Craig and Linda would go on walks from time to time in our neighbourhood and always make a point to pop by. How lucky you are Linda to have spent such quality time with Craig during your retirement years! Alex and Kendra I am very sorry for your loss - what keeps you going are all the great memories that he brought to your life and you will never lose that. All my love, Cheryl - Posted by: Cheryl Franklin ((Nephew David's spouse)) on: Jan 10, 2013

• You can never really prepare yourself for the passing of a loved one. I am truly happy for having spent some quality time with Craig and that I was able to embrace him and tell him that I love him. Amador and I have many fond memories of good times together with Craig. The void we feel now will be replaced with these memories. He was always fun and entertaining and will be greatly missed. Linda, Gail and family, we love you all. - Posted by: Cheryl and Amador (Sister and brother-in-law) on: Jan 10, 2013

• Craig, or "Cookie", as we at MTS all knew him, was a great guy. He had a wonderful sense of humour, and you could always count on a smile from him. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you, Linda, and your family, all of whom Craig was so proud. Al Newman - Posted by: Al Newman (MTS ) on: Jan 10, 2013

• Linda and family, you are all in my thoughts today, as a truly good friend has left us. Craig was always so up-beat and happy, and his laugh was contagious. I didn't know him all that long, but he was a real friend, and will surely be missed. Sincere Sympathy Helen Hutchinson. - Posted by: Helen Hutchinson (Friend) on: Jan 10, 2013

• Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. We have fond memories of Craig especially during his time with the Springfield Xtreme junior hockey team. His support and mentorship was very much appreciated. He was a great friend. We are going to miss his phone calls and visits. - Posted by: Andy and Kathy Bell (Hockey Friends) on: Jan 10, 2013

• Jim and I remember the fun times we had hanging around the A&W, many, many years ago. Craig was usually making everyone laugh. He will be missed. - Posted by: Sherron and Jim Kelly (Friends ) on: Jan 10, 2013

• So sorry to hear of Craig's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Shirley (Friend) on: Jan 10, 2013

• Linda what a shock it was today to receive this message. Linda, Alex Kendra and families we know your precious husband, father and grandfather will be missed by you all. Just know our hearts and thoughts will be with you on Saturday. To share a life Story it was your precious Craig that took me to the hospital before my delivery of Trevor, pretending to be the dad till Jack arrived. We will never forget that kind and generous man's actions and often would talk and laugh about it. Me saying Craig get out of here and him telling the doctor I was just delirious not to mind me. The doctor carried on as if I did not exist but the father (being Craig) did lol..a precious memory for our family. Rest in Peace our dear friend. We will not be able to be with you on Saturday as all four of us are not in Canada. I will be in touch with you from Thailand next week. When you have time send me a quick email telling me what would be a good time. Love you Linda hugs Marilyn - Posted by: Marilyn Ken Terry & Trevor (Old Friends and neighbours) on: Jan 10, 2013

• I will always remember Craig as the fellow who always had a smile on his face, even in an argument. We were always friends and my one regret is that I did not spend more time with him. My thoughts are with you Linda, and your family. I am sorry that I cannot be there at this time as I am out of the country. My sincere condolences. I know that Craig was not a God fearing person but I will say a few prayers for him just the same...Ken (Jack) - Posted by: Ken (Jack) Ewanochko (Friend and one time neighbour) on: Jan 09, 2013

• One of my best memories of Uncle Craig is when I was about thirteen or fourteen, cutting the grass at my grandmother’s place. My mom was inside visiting, and Craig was patiently listening to me complain about my brother who had cut the cord on the lawn mower last time. I was complaining how stupid he could be to cut the cord. Craig started laughing; I asked him what was funny. He could hardly spit it out, he was laughing so hard. He said “He can't be that dumb, he isn't here cutting the grass, is he?" Craig was one of the uncles who, for me, helped to fill in the parenting gaps left by my father's illness. From Craig, I learned to value education and critical, independent thought. I'm thankful for his influence on my life, and on the great support he (and Linda, and Alex, and Kendra) lent to our family. Love Dave - Posted by: David Franklin (Nephew) on: Jan 09, 2013

• I have very few childhood memories that Unc is not a huge part of. He will be missed often and remembered always. And as always, did things his way. Sincere condolences to Linda, Alex, Kendra and family. - Posted by: Jamie Bednarz (Niece) on: Jan 09, 2013

• Terribly sad to see you leave us. Whenever I see my name on paper I think of you. Love you Big Guy Craigie and Raynelle - Posted by: Craig Cottrell (Nephew) on: Jan 09, 2013

• My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of great loss. - Posted by: Lynda Bourgouin (Friend of Cheryl Cottrell (Craig's sister-in-law)) on: Jan 09, 2013

• I am so sorry to hear of Craig's passing. Thinking of you all. My deepest condolences to you Kendra, Alex and all the Gilchrist/Franklin family. - Posted by: Tricia Arjoon () on: Jan 09, 2013