FAREWELL TO CHRIS CUDDY

The boating community would like to extend its condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Christopher (Chris) Cuddy who passed away on Tuesday June 3, 2014. Chris worked at various marinas including Marina Quay West, Toronto Island Marina, Peterborough Marina, and most recently Port Elgin Harbour in 2013.

Born June 5, 1970, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. Christopher is survived by his father Bryan, Sheri and their son Liam, his brother Jeffrey and his wife Amanda and their son Nathan. Predeceased by his mother Elizabeth and aunt Isabel. A memorial will be held at a later date. Please send an email to chriscuddymemorial@ gmail.com if you wish for the family to forward details once available. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or Canadian Mental Health Association. Websites: www.heartandstroke.ca www.cmha.ca Christopher, you will be greatly missed by all family and friends. You found "a better place to play". –

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Good Advice that You Can Share – Falling Overboard Recovery Steps

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