It is with broken hearts that we share the passing of Chris on Tuesday September 5, 2023 at the age of 57. Cherished soulmate of Tammi (Wharry) Reaburn for over 30 years. Proud father of Adrienne. Missing him desperately are his furkids Sassafras, Foster, Bronco, Tank, Aspen and Odin.
Loving son of Sheila (Robertson) and the late Bob (2014) Reaburn of Exeter. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Jeff (Cindy) Reaburn of Waterloo, Paul Reaburn (Rita Cary) of Toronto, Deana Drost (Peter Sweiger) of Chesley, and Cherie Reaburn of Calgary. Predeceased by his brother Joe Reaburn, sister-in-law Patricia Reaburn and brother-in-law Ken Govers. Chris is fondly remembered by his in-laws Dianne and Wayne More, the Wharry, More and McLeod families as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and friends. Everyone who knew him, loved him.
Chris fiercely loved his family and enjoying Disney and Grand Cayman with them. He enjoyed all living creatures and loved to cheer on his Cowboys and Leafs.
Words cannot describe our gratitude to the Oxford County Paramedics, Dr. Michelle Korvemaker and the Woodstock Hospital ER, Dr. Karen Bosma, Dr. Anton Nikouline and their team at UH MSICU for their exceptional care of our beloved Chris. We would also like to thank Dr. Lynn Bergin and Dr. Caroline Bryk for their care of Chris over many years.
Melissa and Fred Anjema & Rob and Erin Griffith, we would not have made it through these harrowing days without you. So many great memories to treasure.
At his specific request, there will be no visitation or funeral. Cremation has taken place and cremated remains will be scattered to the many places Chris loved and cherished.
In lieu of flowers, celebrate Chris and his love of all animals with a donation to the Humane Society London & Middlesex. Upon completion of their new building, a memorial dog kennel will be dedicated to Chris.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Rizwan Iqbal says
Dear Tammi, Adrienne & family
Please accept my condolences on the death of your husband, I am so sorry to hear about this sad news. I wish to express my deepest condolences to you and your family.
Rizwan Iqbal
Jean Mahato says
Dear Tammi and Adrienne,
My sincere condolences to you and your extended family for your great loss. May you find strength and courage to cope during this very difficult time. Keeping you in my prayers.
Anna Panteleeva says
Tammi and Adrienne, deeply saddened by your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Please know you’re not alone during this difficult time.
Lil Janssen says
Our sincerest condolences to you and Adrienne on the loss of your beloved Chris. Thinking of you both and holding you close in our hearts.
Lil & Jo
Rhona Carlton says
Tammi. I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved Chris. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and Adrienne at this most difficult of times.
Paul Mansfield says
Deepest condolences from myself and my mother, Eleanor Mansfield.
Al & Patty Case (Horn) says
Tammi:
Our sincere condolences to you and your family. Cherish the many wonderful memories.
Jill Geiger says
To Chris’s family:
Sending heartfelt condolences on the loss of a wonderful man.
Thinking of all of you,
Jill (Drysdale ) & Ralph Geiger
Chris Gray says
Tammi, I was so sorry to hear about your loss. I remember you speaking about Chris in our conversations and he sounded like a terrific husband and father. Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.
Shannon Wood says
Tammi, please accept my deepest sympathy. Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.
Tim Rowcliffe says
Very sad to hear this news. Sending condolences to the Reaburn family. Chris always had an amazing sense of humour.
Christine Boglevsky says
My deepest condolensces to you during this very difficult time
Esther Woods says
So sorry to hear the news about Chris,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this, we always loved have fun in the Sun with you all in Cayman.
Love Esther and Jules
Dave Skea says
Tammi, my condolences to you, your family and the Reaburns.
Petra Potschka says
Tammi,
My sincere condolences to you, Adrienne and your extended family during this very difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss.
Jay & Tracy Kingston says
Dear Tammi, Adrienne and family,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Chris. Please accept our condolences and know that you will be in our prayers.
Jeff Charko says
Loved our vacation and sports chats outside on front lawns. Chris was so insightful with everything from life to leisure. He will be missed. Lots of love from the Charko’s.
Krista and Katrina Tobin says
Sending love and condolences to you and your family Adrienne! So sorry for y’all’s loss. 💜 Krista + Katrina
Ola Lamilisa says
My condolences to Tammi, Adrienne and the entire family of Reaburn.
Remember the fun stories about Chris loving bikes shared by Tammi.
Praying for strength during this time, and thankful for the lovely memories shared with all.
Kelly (Vanstone) Butt says
Sorry to hear about Chris. I have fond memories of Chris from public school and growing up in Hensall. Sending thoughts, prayers and hugs to all of his family.
Cherish the memories that you have with him and may they give you comfort in the difficult days ahead.
Garry Clement says
My deepest condolences.
Brad & Anne Mousseau says
Sheila & family & all of Chris’s family & loved ones, we send heartfelt condolences in your loss.
Keeping you in our thoughts & prayers for comfort & strength in the days ahead.
Brad & Anne Mousseau
Carolyn Ezechiels says
Oh Tammi…I’m so sorry for the passing of Chris…may your memories and love of him bring you, your daughter and your family peace. Love and prayers Carolyn
Tracy & Brian Prachar says
Tammi & Adrienne,
Sending you both our most heartfelt condolences on the passing of your husband and father Chris. Although we never had the opportunity to meet Chris and get to know him; after reading about his life and learning about him from Melissa & Fred, I’m sure we would have loved him and his kind and fun loving spirit. Thinking of you both as you navigate this terrible loss. Your memories will hold his love forever.
Kelley Armstrong says
Tammi,
I’m so sorry to hear this. I remember you both well from our Capitol Theatre days. All my condolences to you and Adrienne.
Kelley & Jeff
Dana Bozzato says
I’m so very sorry to hear of Chris’s passing. My condolences to his friends and family.
E Randall Campbell says
My condolences to the Reaburn family!
Roxanne Bloomfield says
Tammi, Adrienne, The Reaburn family and friends….
It’s a real challenge to find the words to express the sorrow we feel for this profound loss. Please know we are thinking of you and grieving for and with you all. 💔 Clearly Chris has left his footprint on all the hearts he touched. Our thoughts will remain with you as face the journey ahead. Sure wish we were closer in times like this.
Sending all of our love from Banff. 🌹😇 🤍
Aunt Donna, cousin Roxanne and families.
Howard and Carol Slade says
Jeff and Cindy so sorry to hear of the paassing of your loved one . Thinking of you all at this sad time. Condolences to all the family
Michele (Triebner)Hunt says
My deepest condolences to Mrs Reaburn and family. My brother Mark Triebner and Chris were classmates and friends at Hensall Public school. Both shared a bond as two kids who were chronically ill. My brother lost his fight with Cystic Fibrosis in 1987. I have often wondered how Chris was doing. I am very sorry for your loss. Michele (Triebner)Hunt
Jordanne Nancekievill (Atkinson-Whittman) says
Adrienne and Tammi, I’m so terribly sorry for your loss. I’m glad I got to grow up knowing Chris as one of the best dads around. Sending you all my love during this difficult time.
Kathy Mann says
To all the Reaburn family, my deepest sympathies. I’ll hold you in my thoughts and prayers!
Jim and Kathy Stephenson says
Tammi, Adrienne, Aunt Dianne, Uncle Wayne and the Reaburn family,
Thinking of all of you at this difficult time hoping your memories help you heal.
Love
Jim and Kathy
Betty Lynn Eckel says
I am so very sorry for your great loss and send my condolences to all the Reaburn family.
Ingrid Keith says
Dear Tammi and family, please accept our deepest condolences for you loss. Ingrid and Bob Keith
Beth Jennison says
Our sincere sympathy to the Reaburn Family, especially Mrs. Reaburn who has had so much sadness in the past few years. We are thinking of you.
Chris Vanstone Wurm says
To all of the Reaburn Families. Sorry to hear of the passing of Chris. Thoughts and prayers are with everyone. Hugs!
Shari Robinson says
I am so deeply sorry for your loss and send my condolences to all the Reaburn family.
Melissa and Fred Anjema says
What a wonderful gift to the world Chris was. This past year of reconnecting has given us so many fond memories. We will miss his sharp wit and his sense of humour. We always wish there was more time but oh the times we had!
Your love for Chris will last this lifetime and beyond. The strength you both had in his final week was astounding. Every move made was putting him first, even if it meant you knew he would leave this earth. That is the purest most selfless form of love there is. Grief is the price we pay for love and we share in that grief with you.
Chris, on to the next adventure. Look in on us and send us a laugh every now and again. So long our beautiful friend, until me meet again.
With love,
Melissa and Fred
Linda & Jerry Traquair says
Dear Tammi & Adrienne, Sheila & family, Aunt Dianne & Uncle Wayne and family and to all who knew and loved Chris,
We are so very sorry for your great loss.
I remember being in Joe’s class at school when Chris was born … the joy and then caution as we learned of his health issues. Much later, I recall Chris working a summer survey job at the Hensall Village Walk and thinking what a joy that he was doing so well. I had no idea that not long after, he would meet our cousin Tammi and become not just a fine young man hailing from Hensall, but family. <3 What JOY when Adrienne was born . We loved to hear about and see the many pictures of their family trips and fur babies.
Giving Thanks for the life and love that was Chris Reaburn. Sending big virtual hugs and wishing you all peace. <3
Larry & Bonnie Gould says
Tammi & Adrienne, and families: Sorry Chris has passed away. Cherish your memories. Sending love & hugs to help comfort you all.
Anne Thomson says
Sending your family love as also remember the many great times together ❤️