Chris was born on November 24,1943 to Pulbasia and Ramnarine Maharaj in Curepe, Trinidad, West Indies. He emigrated to Edmonton in 1967 as a student, where he met and married his best friend, Teresita, in 1971. They had two children, Rick (d.1985) and Roxanne.
In 1982 the family relocated to Trinidad, where he and Teresita spent seven happy and fulfilling years teaching high school at St. Joseph's College. He taught Social Studies and Language Arts, and would join his students to play soccer after school. In 1989 the family moved to the Philippines for a year during which he coached sports at his daughter's school. However, Edmonton was always home, and the family returned in 1991. Chris then worked for eight years as an Addictions Counsellor at the George Spady Centre, where he was known for his kindness to those from all walks of life and for often extending a helping hand outside of work. He welcomed stories and conversation and was always up for a good game of chess with his clients. Chris and Teresita were also Foster Parents for 27 rewarding years, continuing cherished relationships with many of their children long after retirement.
Chris enjoyed playing sports, particularly soccer,cricket and tennis during his youth, and badminton in his later years at Kinsmen Sports Centre. He could be found there up to five days a week, enjoying the company of old friends and the many new people he met there.
Chris is survived by his wife Teresita, daughter Roxanne and son-in-law Raj, and his three beloved grandsons, Karan, Rohin and Jaivin. He was devoted to his grandchildren; they were the light of his life and motivated him to keep going throughout his battle with cancer.
Chris will live on through countless loving memories his family will forever hold in their hearts.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 14, 2022 at 4:00pm at Hainstock's Funeral Home & Crematorium 9810 34th Ave NW Edmonton, AB.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making donations in Chris' memory to the Cross Cancer Institute, Edmonton, Alberta.
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