Hey buddy! I just wanted to say 'hey' and I miss you. I think of you all the time and I can't help but laugh at all the good times we had! "I got the drink!"
Keeping the dream alive, Smallworldtreks.net =P
December 5, 2009 00:46:47 (GMT Time)
Name:
Jess O'Brien
Comments:
Thought of Chris the whole time we traveled across the
United States... How excited he would be for us...the places he might have
stopped at & enjoyed (anyone up for a Mr. Weiner? Delicious!)... the stories
he told us of his previous explorations...(waking up to realize the quiet
road he tented next to at night was a major thru way in the day!).
Much love to the Douglass Family,
Jess
November 10, 2009
Name:
A friend
Subject:
Prayer
Comments:
Chris today I had the chance to think about your legacy, the past few days in fact. You left us all with a true understanding of how a life can be so short, yet so full. I never had the chance to meet you face to face, yet I feel I know everything there is to know. You gave it your all, and always did it with a smile; you will never be lost in our hearts. I pray that a part of you can stay with all of us, and I hope you and Ame can meet again. My thoughts
and prayers will be with you forever, and your words will always be with me.
Thank you.
01 Jul 2009
Name:
Brandi.
Subject:
Uncle Chris.
Comments:
Uncle Chris inspired me so much. He made me run with him, he taught me how to play guitar, piano, and some drums. Uncle was the coolest uncle I think anybody could want. Training with him for my first 5k race was so fun. He makes running enjoyable and not so hard haha. Uncle Chris, I know we didn't see eachother much because you were ALWAYS out of state :) but, what i did see of you.. we made memories out of. I will never forget the night you took me to chinese,
or the times we played our guitars. You mean the world to me. R.I.P.
<3Brandi
10 Oct 2008
Name:
Dick Jones
Subject:
Chris
Comments:
Your eMail was
the first I had heard of Chris's tragic passing, and I was stunned and
deeply saddened. I had been expecting a call any time saying he was back in
Maine.
I'm the guy who sold Chris the motorcycle he rode to Phoenix and Denver, and
Chris had stayed in touch with me until he sold the bike in preparation for
his walk back to Maine.
I felt, as I'm sure everyone who knew him did, an immediate and easy
friendship with Chris, and I admired his great sense of adventure. I have
spoken of Chris to many friends, and I put him in touch with my friend, Art
Bone, whom I know will want to express his condolences as well.
I told Chris of some of my motorcycle adventures and found in him a kindred
spirit, though I am old enough to be his Dad.
I am so very sorry to hear of his death and feel he was robbed of so many
life adventures at such a tender age.
My association with him was brief, but I knew instantly he was a very
special young man, and I will sorely miss his communiques.
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy and condolences for yourself and your
family, as well as Chris's many friends.
With best regards,
Dick Jones
24 Oct 2008
Name:
Kristen & Jeremy
Subject:
Ratatat Concert Attendees
Comments:
We went to Ratatat last night and met a friend of Chris and Ame. It really touched us that he was there, among many others, in memory of Chris and in support of Ame. The friend told us about this site and I wanted to leave a message letting Chris's friends and family that our hearts go out to you. All of our best to Ame
as well -- stay strong, girl! Even though we don't know you, all of you will
be in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Kristen & Jeremy
03 Sep 2008
Name:
Dan
Comments:
I remember my
friends--Joanne and John Scott--telling me about Chris. Then he called me.
It was a warm spring night in spring and I stepped out of a cafe and walked
around the block as Chris told me his story. A lot of people contact me.
They have dreams of walking around America or climbing a mountain or biking
around Europe. They're all looking for ways to fund their dream. I hang up
the phone and have the feeling that they won't follow through.
Chris was different. He had this unmitigated enthusiasm and a real
willingness to listen (I the counterintuitive calculus of fundraising, you
need to forget about what you want to do and figure out what your funder
wants). We spoke for an hour. With Chris, I hung up the phone thinking: this
guy is going to do it.
Joanne told me of Chris' accident a few weeks before your note arrived. I'm
proud to have had the opportunity to know your brother however briefly. I'm
hoping your heart is on the mend and that Chris' bright light endures with
you.
Let me know if I can help with anything.
All the best,
Dan Buettner
August 20, 2008
Name:
Cris
Comments:
Hello,
My name is Cris. I met Chris in late May, just days before this
tragedy. I bought his famous Honda motorcycle (Maine to Arizona trip)
from him.
What should have been a short transaction took quite a bit of time,
primarily because Chris and I recognized and appreciated one another as
kindred spirits. In 2003, I left the successful practice of law, gave
away all my possessions, and began traveling the country with no money.
Chris understood this, and we shared many stories.
We met again the next day to take care of more motorcycle business, and
ended up talking even longer. I got online tonight to check on his trek
status and leave him a message when I discovered this horrible news.
In any event, I am shocked, saddened, and sorry. In two short days, Chris
and I became good friends and I was looking forward to meeting him in
Maine.
He had asked me to send him the Maine license plate from the motorcycle.
Would you like for me to send it?
Regards,
Cris
August 8, 2008
Name:
Sarah Wilkins
Subject:
Chris
Comments:
To Chris's
family,
I am Matt Escorsio's mother, and I just learned this afternoon of your son
and brother, Chris's, passing. I am so shocked and so very sorry to learn
this news from Matt. Matt and Chris I know enjoyed being roommates in Lisbon
a few years ago, and Matt considered Chris one of his very best friends.
My heart, prayers and thoughts go out to you all. If there's anything I can
do for any of you, please let me know.
Sincerely,
Sarah A. Wilkins
12 Aug 2008
Name:
David
Subject:
I will think of Chris in every race I run
Comments:
Hello there. I was unaware of this tragedy. I am SO saddened and troubled to hear of your/everyone's loss of Chris. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I did not know Chris well. We met at The Pineland farms 50K Trail Race in 2006. It was after the race in the parking area - he and your Dad were parked next to me. We struck up a conversation and I felt an immediate like for Chris. We exchanged email addresses and emailed with each other a bit. He was just getting going in the world of trail/ultrarunning
and I had already been at it for years so we wrote to each other about some
of our favorite trails and mountains in the Farmington, Weld, Western Maine
area. We kept trying to get our schedules together for a run but between his
comings and goings, my family life, professional life, training and racing,
it just never happened. It is a real testament to Chris and the life he
lived to watch, listen, read some of the wonderful things on his website. In
our one, relatively brief face-to-face encounter I was struck by his
enthusiam, positive energy, upbeat attitude, and intensity. I have no doubt
that he touched many lives with those qualities in the short time he was
with us. It was clear that he was destined to bring his gifts to bear for
the good of all who had the good fortune to know him. I will think of Chris
in every race I run. With sympathy and care, David Huish
24 Jul 2008
Name:
Shep
Subject:
Chris
Comments:
I am so sorry to hear this news. I have been in South Africa for a long time and had no idea. Chris and I did not know each other well, but we did enjoy each other's company ... mostly at the Dead Mule club in Chapel Hill. Chris was a wonderful person ... I remember great conversations regarding walking, music, immaturity as a conscious choice and many others. I worked as an editor in Chapel Hill for a while and Chris and I would talk about his writing. Thank you for letting me know. I hate that you and your family are going through this. Be well. Warm Regards, Shep
24 Jul 2008
Name:
Leslie
Subject:
Your Friend in the Detroit to Denver Skies
Comments:
Bethany, I have thought of you so many times since that day we met aboard the airplane. My friend Lori and I watched Chris' DVD on the way home from our Colorado visit. He was a remarkable person! What an ENORMOUS loss for this world, and especially for you and your family! I wish you well, Leslie
18 Jul 2008
Name:
Shayla Williams
Subject:
Lisbon Class of 98
Comments:
Hello, My name is Shayla Williams and I am a graduate of the class of '98 from Lisbon High School. One of my friends had posted a bulletin on myspace
about Chris's passing and even though I was never great friends with Chris,
I do remember him. We had many friends in common and we were friendly, if
not friends. It's hard not to be when you are only a class of 80 people. I'm
certain that most, if not all, of the 80 people in our class remember Chris,
fondly I'm certain. I have been peaking at your website dedicated to him
from time to time and tonight saw the site regarding the memorial plaque for
him and the fundraisers. If it is ok with you, I would like to send
information to as many of our previous classmates as I can and ask them if
they would like to make a donation in the name of the Lisbon High School
Class of 1998. I would then invite whoever would like to, to come and
present that donation at one of the fundraisers. In a class of 80 students,
this loss will likely be felt deeply by all. Please let me know if you would
be ok with this. Sincerely, Shayla Williams
14 Jul 2008
Name:
Molly
Subject:
I am so sorry for your loss
Comments:
To the Douglass family: I am still numb and in shock over the news of Chris's death. I want to wish you my deepest sympathy during this time.Chris was a good friend to me and I will miss him greatly. I met Chris online through a running group. We communicated via email for quite awhile and then I had the wonderful chance to meet him in person during his journey from Maine to Phoenix. He came to stay with me in Albuquerque ...and the moment I met him it was like we had been friends forever. I have a large dog...Bullit and Chris being the dog lover he is bonded with Bullit
immediately! We shared some conversation, laughs and I sent him on his way
up to Denver. I was going through a very stressful time and Chris was so
supportive of my endeavors. He was a great friend to all of us and someone I
truly looked up to as he loved life. I recently moved to Denver and we were
looking forward to sharing some running adventures. I am sad I won't be able
to have those moments. My thoughts are with you and your family during this
very sad time. Please let me know if there is anything I can do. Sincerely
Molly
14 Jul 2008
Name:
Ed Belanger
Subject:
I am sorry for your loss
Comments:
Hello Jerry & Linda, I send my condelences
to yourselves and family. I wanted to send a message, because although you
know that Chris had many friends, I wanted to take the opportunity to
display just that. Its always going to be part of Chris' legacy to me, not
just the adventures he had, but the people he connected with from all walks
of life. I worked with Chris at John F. Murphy Homes. We spent some time
together occasionally, over a period of a couple years and stayed in touch
the way Chris always did, that infamous spontaneous phone call..."Hey! It's
Chris..." During the time we hung out and worked together, he was 22 and I
was 30. Chris was single and carefree, and I had a family with all the
worries that go with that. He was spontaneous and I "had" to have plans.
Chris liked the outdoors and nature and I liked the city with asphalt.
Despite our differences we both liked each other and learned quite a bit
from each other I think. We knew we would remain friends casually because I
lived a married and settled life somewhat and Chris needed to be in the
wind. I always encouraged him to take his dog and hit the road and when he
left for Carolina and started his ventures outward I was a happy man. Chris'
ability to be carefree, in the wind, adventuresome, and daring made him
somewhat of a hero to me in various ways. I am going to be sad that my man
is no longer out there trekking along but I am elated that Chris took his
shot and led an adventuresome life. Chris had many many friends and
acquaintances and I am fortunate to have been one of them. Again my
condolences and my thoughts are with your family. Ed Belanger
10 Jul 2008
Name:
Joanne
Comments:
Dear Jerry, Linda and family,
My family was struck silent when Ryan called John with the news of Chris’s passing.
My husband John met Chris through the guitar shop, and I clearly remember the day he came home and told me about this great new guy working there, and that they have Maine in common. So enjoyable to talk to, told a great story, interested in learning new things, so self reliant, and they were able to do Maine-speak together.
We hosted the Crustacean CookOff here at our home for the guitar shop. Each man proud of his local crustacean. Stike from Louisiana with his crawdaddies,
Ryan from Maryland with his crabs, and John & Chris were going to be hawking
the Maine lobster ... . None the less, that party was one of the neatest
things we have done since we moved here to North Carolina. Sometimes John
and I would refer to Chris as our other child. He was closer to our son
Andrew’s age than to us, not something we’d usually think about, but if pop
culture came up - we’d feel old! We were a landing spot for something to do
when other cooler choices were not going on, maybe just sit around the fire
pit out back and talk for hours. He and John enjoyed their conversations.
Chris called to bounce ideas off John or to ask for his opinion. We always
looked forward to hearing what this guy was going to do next, and always
felt that with his wonderful personality and salesmanship, he’d be able to
accomplish it.
Your son Chris was so great with Andrew, who is now 12. Andrew never felt
like Chris was treating him as a kid, Chris was his cool friend (and he rode
a motorcycle!). When Chris headed west, Andrew wanted to be kept up to date
with his buddy’s goings on.
I am so sad for your loss, and I want you to know that your son and brother
made a wonderful impact on us. Though no longer in our world, Chris is
forever in our hearts.
June 7, 2008
Name:
Maggi - Carrboro Film Festival Committee
Subject:
Chris' films
Comments:
On behalf of our town's film festival, we would welcome any submission of one of Chris' short films. Would you wamt to take this on, as a tribute to Chris?
27 Jun 2008
Name:
Cindy & Doug Gregory
Subject:
so so sorry
Comments:
We are so sorry for your loss. We just learned of your tragedy and our thoughts and prayers go out to all that were close to Chris. In times like this it is always hard to say anything that will make you feel a little better, but i believe that every day will get better and consider this as another journey for Chris. All of our sympathy....and love
23 Jun 2008
Name:
Gadow Guitars
Comments:
On May 31, former Gadow representative and friend, Chris Douglass, was killed in an automobile accident in Colorado. Chris was Gadow Guitars very first representative. He had incredible drive and unlimited energy in spreading the word about our company and our product. We will miss our friend terribly.
23 Jun 2008
Name:
Mark
Subject:
My Condolences
Comments:
I didn't know Chris, but I can tell right away I would have liked him. We share a love for adventure, and a respect for the outdoors. It was one of the alluring factors which brought me and my family to Colorado several years ago. Just by looking at his posts and videos, I could sense his enthusiasm and passion for life. The world was a better place with him in it, and I'm sad to say our paths will never cross. As the father of a 7 month old this hits home. Although he hasn't had the life Chris has had, feeling the loss of a child is the worst pain a parent can feel. My thoughts are with you and your family. I'll be sending my love and prayers for Ame and her family and hope she gets through this. With Great Sincerity, Mark
20 Jun 2008
Name:
Sharon Buck
Subject:
I am sorry for your loss
Comments:
Mr and Mrs Douglass, I am Sharon Buck and 2 years ago I met Chris at our yearly Country Chowdown in Augusta. It was there we talked about music and running and babies (I was pregnant at the time!). I asked him to go with me to a concert given by an incredible artist named Francis Dunnery. We had a blast!! The evening started with me meeting him here at the station after he had been digging for gold! He changed and drove me to the concert which was held in the backwoods at a friends house. We took a walk thruogh
the woods and stopped at a lake and just talked. We talked so much we almost
missed the concert! He was wearing his glasses and they dropped into the
lake. He said I'll get them after the concert and, sure enough, in the pitch
dark with a glow stick he and I went down through the woods. He proceeded to
change (I didn't peek!) and I held the glow stick while he dived into the
water and after a few minutes of dunking himself, he found them with his
foot. He said "There's always a way, isn't there?" We talked for a long time
after that. He changed (I still didn't peek!) and drove me home. We saw each
other for a while and realized that we were great friends and that's all.
Well, I am proud to say he was one of the greatest men I've ever met.
Inspirational, exciting, explosive, ingenius, captivating. All words to
describe a man whose really only ambition was to do the impossible and show
that it could be done, to inspoire others to do the same. Thank you for the
wonderful son you brought into the world. I will miss him. And so will the
world.
19 Jun 2008
Name:
John M Farrell
Subject:
To Jerry, Linda, and Family
Comments:
This site is a wonderful way to get to know Chris and how magnificent he was. I have been non-stop thinking of you. God Bless you. We will never forget and so he will live on through us. John
19 Jun 2008
Name:
Amy's Aunt Becki
Subject:
I am sorry for your loss
Comments:
Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers. I had to email you and tell you how uplifting your article was on Chris. He sounds like a wonderful son and brother and friend. I never had the pleasure of meeting him face to face, however when I read his article I feel like I have met a part of Chris (his adventurous side). The article was so wonderfully written and it gave us a short story into Chris' life and for that I thank you. I am sorry the world has lost such a great person, but most of all I am glad he was in the world as he has made it a better place I am sure. Picture's do speak a thousand words. I hope you find some comfort in reading from others how much he touched their lives. He has touched mine forever!
19 Jun 2008
Name:
Tom Jennings
Subject:
My Condolences - he was a myspace friend -
wonderful young man
Comments:
Jerry - I'm so sorry to hear of Chris' untimely death. Please pass my condolences along to your entire family. So tragic and sad. I've had tears in my eyes all morning since hearing about it from another myspace friend that called me about Chris. Although I never met Chris, we emailed a fair amount on myspace up until he moved to Colorado and then neither of us had much time to say 'hey' and keep up with one another's life. I just wanted to let you know that he touched a lot of lives and inspired many of us that never even met him - his wonderful blogs about his adventures on myspace touched us all. I told him many times he should write a book. He was a wonderful young man and I will always remember him.
19 Jun 2008
Name:
Brian Moxcey
Subject:
Goodbye my friend
Comments:
Goodbye my friend - It is hard for me to watch your videos. I still can't believe you are gone. It was hard to watch some of the videos because you were taken too early and it upsets me. I will miss your charisma and your determination. As I have always said that you could sell an ice cube to an eskimo. I am proud of you and wish I would have told you so. I know you are on an another adventure in a better place. I will miss you.
18 Jun 2008
Name:
Molly and Bullit
Subject:
Thank you Chris
Comments:
Chris- Thank you for being such a good friend to me and Bullit. I will never forget when you showed up in Albuquerque on your motorcycle! It seemed like I had known you forever. Thank you for comforting me when I was sad. I will really miss you. Keeping on running in Colorado for you..... Molly and Bullit
17 Jun 2008
Name:
Luc (some random stranger)
Subject:
Chris' Abundant Life
Comments:
I just read Chris' story and cried. I've never met him, I only know about him through the blogs I read and the news reports from the internet. I wish I had the chance to meet him. I'm a 30 year old trail runner from Ohio and I'm still crying. Please accept my deepest condolences and be sure to smile and laugh on his life, rather than dwell on his death. He was (and still is) an amazing person. I will never forget his story and plan to share it with my friends. I will think of him often and always hold his spirit high. Please know that he is making his epic walk to Maine as I type. His spirit is too strong for him not to make that trek :) Sincerely, Luc (some random stranger)
12 Jun 2008
Name:
Rebecca
Subject:
Missing you from upstairs
Comments:
I'm still a bit in denial about this whole thing..I live above Chris and Ame's apartment and was hanging out with them the night before it happened. Chris was so excited for his trip, and when I was walking out the door, he said "I'll see you in the fall!" I wish that was true. I miss hearing Ame and Chris moving around below me and hearing them talking and laughing. The house feels so empty now. I miss bumping into them in the hallways and laughing about our silly neighbor. I hope to God that some day soon, Ame will be back in her apartment and maybe it won't feel so empty anymore. I'm praying and thinking of her everyday...Chris, you're in a much better place now and I know you're watching Ame and the rest of us from up there. XOXO Rebecca
10 Jun 2008
Name:
Cat and Mike's friend Nadine
Subject:
My condolences and prayers for Ame
Comments:
Hi, I never met Chris and only met Ame once, but I am good friends with Ame's sister Cat and her husband Mike. I am inspired by the beautiful person Chris was and was taken by what a nice person Ame is when I met her in May. Wishing all of you the support and love you need to get through this very difficult time and wishing much love and the best possible healing to Ame. Nadine
10 Jun 2008
Name:
jay splude
Subject:
an unspoken friend
Comments:
if there were a ever a time iv had regrets it is now.we were always somewhat distant with great debates. there were a few uncomforting times between the two of us. although we shared a great freind to the both of us,I found you to be annoying, arogant,and ignorant at times.I didnt always treat you with the respect you deserved for that i am sorry.we had many good times nevertheless,some of them bordering on insane,I found myself [questioning my own sanity]but enjoying the wild and carefree moment.I look back at the 10-11 years iv known you and cant remember a bonding hug or call on the weekend to say was up. I dont recall ever refering to you as my freind.Time is unforgiving and years slip away ....leaving me with a lost chance to truly know you. Your voice will always echo in my head ,the arguments,laughter ,and wise ass coments.i never thought this would come from me ..... But im really missing you chris.I truly regret being the unspoken friend.
09 Jun 2008
Name:
Tina and Tripp - The Music
Subject:
The Music
Comments:
Through music we love,we laugh,we cry,and we celebrate. Through music we share ourselves with eachother, we live, and we remember....We will remember Chris as we watch our two young boys, Spencer and Elliot, dance around our kithchen floor like crazy monkeys to the same Pinkertones song over and over and over again,(a sight that Chris has enjoyed with us as well). Thankyou for the Pinkertones, thankyou for the music...
07 Jun 2008
Name:
Greg Fulton
Subject:
Blood Brothers
Comments:
Lisbon Falls Maine first day of kindergarten I got into a fight with Chris because I said Santa clause was fake and Chris assured me he was real we went round and round finally I think we agreed to disagree!After that we were joined at the hip if we were not out riding bikes or quads then we were more than likely playing army or building snow forts.Maybe it was back then we both got the itch to trek.We trekked all over followed the river found the "bear caves" and many other tight little spots that I will never forget.When it was to nasty to go outside we would just sit and play excite bike and super Mario all day.Spent many a hot summer day fishing in the pond with popcorn or swimming at the pool.Cris's Dad Mr.D would always trick us by the pool and get us to look at something in the water then push us in we could never get him back! Until with a bit of plotting early on a Sunday morning everybody was ready for church of course with our Sunday best on.
Chris and I lured Mr.D out by the pool we told him something was stuck in
the drain it worked perfect he got right to the edge and Chris pushed him
face first he went in his Sunday best we laughed the whole way to
church.From the helicopter rides to the classic cars and atvs I don't think
I could have asked for a better friend growing up! I will never forget the
day we became blood brothers I still have the scar we were sitting in our
prefab army fort our old fort had been plowed over to make way for the new
garage.As best friends we had are fair share of fights but like Chris said
"if we do this we will be brothers forever"he sliced my thumb and I sliced
his bleeding thumbs pressed together we made our oath best friends and
brothers for life. He will be greatly missed the world is a lesser place
without him.One of my favorite things about Chris is that no matter what
situation or what kinda mood I was in after talking with him I always felt
better and happier about life and just somehow knew everything was going to
be alright.I could go on and on for pages and pages but I will end with
this. Hey Chris love ya Bro !
06 Jun 2008
Name:
Angela Merrill
Subject:
Dearest Chris
Comments:
I will remember you for so many reasons but the most of all would be my 30th b-day when you brought me hotpeppers that you grew oh and your hat that you didn't want me to have I will cherish it forever. You always had a new idea to strike it rich and now your life will be richer then ever I will miss you forever
05 Jun 2008
Name:
Kayla
Subject:
In my thoughts
Comments:
While we are mourning the loss of our friend, others are rejoicing to meet him behind the veil. ~John Taylor My heart goes out to the entire Douglass family, you are all in my thoughts.
05 Jun 2008
Name:
Renee Darling
Subject:
Keep Traveling Bud
Comments:
Life throws us the curve ball, and this one just happened to hit you. But you've crossed on, and if you could, let us know what we're in for in the next life. Keep the adventure alive.
06 Jun 2008
Name:
Jane & Ryan
Subject:
MISS YOU
Comments:
WE MISS YOU SOOO MUCH. YOU MADE SUCH A POSSITIVE IMPACT ON OUR LIVES. THANK YOU. WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU. LOVE YOU FOREVER
05 Jun 2008
Name:
Jane & Ryan
Subject:
MISS YOU SOOOO MUCH
Comments:
WE THINK ABOUT U EVERY DAY AND ALWAYS HAVE. YOU ADEMADE SUCH APOSSITIVE IMPACT IN OUR LIVES U WILL NEVER KNOW. LOVE U FOREVER! JANE
05 Jun 2008
Name:
Pat Travers
Subject:
The other side
Comments:
I have this great feeling that although Chris and I never discussed his thoughts on eternity, that anyone who loved life, people, and the creations of this Earth as much as Chris, had to believe. I need to feel this way because of my beliefs which tell me that this is not goodbye. I will see you later Chris, till then take care and save a place for all of us.
05 Jun 2008
Name:
Frank Phillips
Subject:
Chris in my words
Comments:
Nothing I can say can define or sum up Chris. I met Chris through a job we shared. He immediately struck me as a very straight forward and honest person. There was nothing phony in Chris. I remember several times when we hung out. The thing I remember is that I always found myself doing something I probably would not have done if it were not for Chris. Our trip up Tumbledown, wandering around looking for the Chimney and chasing moose are a few of my best times with Chris. Though we disagreed on alot of issues, I was always inspired by the fact that he was one of the few people who I could debate who was always open and respectful of differing opinions. It was always a pleasure just to sit back and discuss global topics and worldviews. It is no exageration to say that the world would be a better place if there were more people like Chris. You will be greatly missed. Shine on my friend.
05 Jun 2008
Name:
Marni Lyn Cyr
Subject:
Bethany's little brother
Comments:
Thats how I will always think of him. And how he always wanted to be part of our fun. Bless Bethany for always including him. I remember the retro birthday party in the basement at her house in Turner...and I remember him showing me two five dollar bills and proudly bragged that his brother had traded him one bill for the two! I asked him what the bill was that he had traded and he said it just had a two and zero on it.. a twenty I said? You traded a twenty dollar bill for two fives? "Yeah," he said, "Didn't I luck out." ...although I haven't seen him in years it sounds like he still didn't focus on money and put more value on experience and living. He really was the lucky one...let us all focus less on money and more on living in our own "uncomfortable" zone...living in every moment. -Marni Lyn (Sienko) Cyr
June 5, 2008
Name:
Yuliya
Subject:
Chris
Comments:
Hey you, I keep remembering the night you rolled into my apartment late at night after a long trip and endless conversations. From that day on, things have never been the same. You are probably off on your next adventure - whatever it might be, you'll make the best of it. I have some things I want to tell you, and I'm sure many others do to, so this weekend in Maine, please be there. Love, Yuliya
June 5, 2008 16:04:59 -0400
Name:
George Greenwood & Sandra Tassinari
Subject:
Just a note from friends
Comments:
Hi Jerry and Linda & family, Our thoughts are with you during this very difficult time.
June 4, 2008
Name:
The Seinkos
Subject:
Our hearts are heavy
Comments:
We are sadden to hear of Chris's death. From his films we've learned what a remarkable young man he became. Although we have not seen each other in some time, our friendship was close and strong. Our hearts go out to you. He was such a precious and happy child. We are glad to see he lived a very full life for one who lost it so young. Your grief must be overwhelming. You are in our thoughts and prayers. love, Jim, Claudia, Allyson, Marni, Celina and their families.
June 4, 2008
Name:
The Seinkos
Subject:
Our hearts are heavy
Comments:
We cannot believe Chris has been taken from you all at such an early age. Although we have not seen each other in a long while, our friendships was close and strong. From Chris's films we have learned what a remarkable young man he grew to be. He was always such a precious amd happy child. We are glad he lived a full life for his young years. The loss you feel must be overwhelming. You are in our hearts and prayers, Jim, Claudia and the girls.
June 4, 2008
Name:
Nancy R.
Subject:
In our Prayers
Comments:
For Jerry and his family to know that you are in our prayers and have our sincere condolances!
June 4, 2008
Name:
Emily T.
Subject:
Are you lounging in a hammock?
Comments:
Chris, So the last time I saw you was in March, when I visited Amy in Denver. We came over to your apartment, and you had one thing in your living room - a hammock hanging by the fireplace. I remember you and Ame had that hanging on your porch in your Durham apt. It was laid-back, outdoorsy, kooky... just like how I'll remember you. Thanks for all the memories... and for making my best friend happy... I'll miss you. Emily
June 3, 2008
Name:
Chris York
Subject:
Praying for you
Comments:
I didnt know Chris a well as the others as he was so much younger! What I do remember was he was always smiling! My heart and prayers go out to the whole Douglass family!
October 30, 2009 00:10:55 (GMT Time)
Name:
David K
Subject:
Goodbye Chris
Comments:
I am in hopes that this will be online for a while. The web site. I am a cousin of Chris. I didn't know hhim that well but... The whole idea of his life was incredible, to say the least.
October 30, 2009 00:08:20 (GMT Time)
Name:
Tim Dunham
Subject:
Goodbye Chris
Comments:
My deepest
condolences to Jerry, Linda, JJ, Dennis, Beth and family! My prayers will be
with you during this very difficult time.
June 1, 2008 01:59:36 -0400
Name:
Abby
Subject:
My friend, Chris
Comments:
Dear Chris, What a life you led. I know you left an imprint on everyones life you came in contact with...sort of like your logo. You listened to me cry and laugh. You gave me advice...we dreamed of imaginery trips we would take together. I am no longer in mourning,
but in celebration of your life and how you lived it to the fullest. You are a role model and I hope to live life as you have. I WILL break 4 hours in Baltimore and I am doing it for you! You will always be in my heart! Abby
June 3, 2008 12:20:33 -0400
Name:
Yuliya
Subject::
Re: My Brother
Comments:
Dennis,
something you said really sparked a memory that I thought you would
appreciate. Even though you never got a chance to tell him that you
understood and envied his lifestyle, he knew it. He talked a lot about his
family and he said that he felt bad at times and understood your
frustrations because he felt part of you wished you could join him and live
like him. So while some things were left unsaid, he knew it inside, shared
it, and appreciated it. I hope what i said makes sense - I didn't get the
writer's gene.
June 5, 2008 15:55:34 -0400
Name:
Dennis
Subject:
My Brother
Comments:
I miss you too
much already Bro! I hope everyone who visits this site enjoys the work Chris
did on his videos. The video of his trip from Maine to Phoenix is a picture
of his life all rolled up in one. Although my job always seemed to be the
nagger about responsabilities i was never able to tell him how much i envied
him as well. To be as free spirited as Chris, was a tremendous gift most of
us don't have. I'll be thinking of you everytime i walk, ride, hike or ski.
I'll love you always. Dennis
