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CHRISTOPH HUBERT FINCH
Born: Jun 20, 1949
Date of Passing: Jun 17, 2024
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CHRISTOPH HUBERT FINCH
With profound sadness in our hearts we announce that Christoph (Chris) passed away suddenly on June 17 at the St. Boniface Hospital.
Chris was born in 1949 in Northwestern Ontario. In his early years, he moved around until settling in Vermilion Bay, Ontario on beautiful Eagle Lake. He spent summers helping his father in his garage, swimming, fishing, and hiking in the Sunset Country area.
Although Chris became a heavy equipment mechanic, he developed his artistic ability early, excelling at drafting. Some of his first public works were posters for his cousin’s band when they were in high school.
Moving to Winnipeg with his wife Audrey in 1975, he advanced his career as a heavy equipment mechanic, working for several dealerships including Blackwood Hodge and Westcon. During this time he traveled all over Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Northwestern Ontario, always having his camera with him to capture any scenery that appealed to him. These photos later became the inspiration for his artwork. During his career, he also did technical drawings for equipment manuals, a task deserving of his drafting skills and meticulousness.
Last year Chris and Audrey celebrated 50 years of marriage. Camping, home renovations, and gardening were some of their passions. They were members of the Manitoba Orchid Society, making many lifelong friends. Chris also found many creative friends in the art community while taking classes. Some groups in which Chris was active included; Tech. Voc, Forum Arts Institute, Norman Arts Group, and the Friday Art Group. Chris won several awards at art shows for his work.
Chris was challenged by many medical issues such as MS, heart health, and cancer. He bore them all with grace. He would not let any of them slow him down or prevent him from doing anything he wanted or loved. Chris had an indomitable spirit, a very kind and loving heart, and an attitude “that anything is possible”. He could fix anything and his ideas to accomplish them were amazing and innovative. He also had a great sense of humour that he loved to share with family and friends.
Chris is survived by his loving wife Audrey, his son Ryan, daughter-in-law Danielle, grandson Marshall, and a large group of siblings, extended family, and many friends. Chris was predeceased by his father Jack H. Finch, his mother Alice, his birth mother Margaret, his brother Doug and his sister Carol.
If family and friends so desire, donations may be made in memory of Chris to the Manitoba MS Research Center, CancerCare Manitoba, or the St. Boniface Heart Foundation, as these were his favourite charities.
A celebration of Chris’ life will take place Thursday, July 18th at Neil Bardal Funeral Centre from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Memorial tributes may be left at www.neilbardalfuneralhome.com
Publish Date: Jun 29, 2024
CHRISTOPH HUBERT FINCH
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Chris Finch on Monday, June 17th at the St. Boniface Hospital.
A celebration of Chris' life will take place at a later date.
Publish Date: Jun 22, 2024 Make a donation to
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 22, 2024, Jun 22, 2024, Jun 29, 2024
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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My deepest condolences to you, Audrey, Ryan, and family Chris was a quiet, kind, gentle soul. He will be missed by all who knew him. Linda McDiarmid. - Posted by: Linda Mc Diarmid (Freind) on: Jul 13, 2024
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Audrey - I was so sorry to read of Chris's passing. Take care and cherish those memories. You are in my thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Lynn Waterman - MS spouses support group (Friend) on: Jul 08, 2024
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Chris was an inspiration to all. Nothing could stop him from what he wanted to accomplish. A multi talented man, always there to help when needed. He was like the Energizer Bunny, just kept on going! Going to miss our talks. Couldn’t have asked for a better neighbour. RIP my friend. - Posted by: Norm and Pat Franklin (Friend and neighbour ) on: Jun 22, 2024
