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
21 Responses
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.
Dear Geoff and Loomer family,
I’m so sorry for your loss, my deepest sympathies to you during this sad time.
Yvonne
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.
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.
So sorry to hear about Chris. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Our Sincere condolences – Dixie & Wayne Browne
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
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
Mary and Family, I send my sincere condolences at this sad and difficult time.
Sandra ( Wadlin) Zarins
Sincerest condolences to you and your family Mary. Thinking of you at this difficult time.