It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the tragic passing of MWO Christopher Patrick O'Leary - Canadian Special Operations Forces Command (CANSOFCOM). His life was cut too short, at the age of 45, on Thursday, April 11th, 2024, at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute.
MWO Christopher O'Leary dedicated his entire career & passion for life to the military; enlisting in the Royal Canadian Navy in 2001, Nova Scotia; crossing over to the Canadian Army in 2011. In 2023 a dream came true for Christopher, becoming a member of CANSOFCOM.
Christopher exuded this same passion & loyalty to the "Love of his Life", Lindsay for almost 6 beautiful, adventurous years together.
Christopher leaves behind his wife, Lindsay and their two fur-babies Beanie and Freddie; his Grandfather Clarence William Thornhill, Father (George) Patrick O'Leary, Mother Sharon O'Leary, Sister Andrea O'Leary and many relatives in the O'Leary/Thornhill extended family; In-laws - the Fry Family, relatives and extended family; the Tantalo Family and many, many friends and family in his Military Community.
A Military Funeral Service & Send-Off to honour MWO Christopher O'Leary will be held Wednesday, May 1st, 2024 at Beechwood National Memorial Centre, Ottawa, Ontario.
1130 Visitation within the Hall of Colours
1300 Funeral Service
1400 Reception
For those not able to attend Christopher's Service in person, you may register for the Live-Streaming Services here.
A private family interment will follow May 2nd within the National Military Cemetery located within Beechwood Cemetery.
The Family wishes to thank the CICU Teams of the University of Ottawa Heart Institute for the exemplary care & compassion provided to Christopher & Lindsay. Their professionalism was above & beyond; but their devotion to Christopher & Lindsay will never be forgotten.
In addition, special thanks to Christopher's military family and team at CANSOFCOM. Their professionalism, love, and support throughout this trying time can never be replaced.
In lieu of flowers, the Family would prefer donations to the University of Ottawa Heart Institute or CANSOFCOM V42
Digital Guestbook
Juanita Westhaver
Dave and Lisa Bennett
Lindsay we are so sorry for your loss. We are so glad we had the honour to meet Chris. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Brittany Alexander
We sailed together on the HMCS St John's together around 2009. He was one of the first few people who befriended me. He was an amazing person. He will be sorely missed by everyone. My condolences to his family.
Chris Mcknight
Chris, what can I say, I am at a loss for words right now,. You pushed me to be a better person, as well as a better tradesman and to always look at the big picture. Of all the mentors I have had, I credit you for where I am at now, you were a supervisor, a mentor and a friend. Always ready with a funny come-back, on top of it all you were passionate about our trade and that passion was infectious, the way you encouraged all us cooks that worked around you to be better and push the boundaries. I will miss you brother, but I will never forget you.
Padre Kevin Olive
Chris wore is heart on his sleeve. Our world was a better place for knowing him
Erika Black
My most sincere condolences. I knew Chris from CFLTC Borden. He was a highly professional soldier. He exuded energy and positivity. He will be sorely missed in the logistics community.
Gary&Donna Fancy
Please except our condolences, Chris was in our lives for meny year,he would always came to our home with my son Cory and every Christmas eve parties when he was home. Cory's Grandmother though he was a very nice young man because he was so manerly and helpful.
Jeremy lamont
I was and he was one of my best friends and I was one of his best man, in his wedding and we been best friend since his Halifax days. I never understood how he could always dance sober no matter what club. We talked every week about life. I am going to miss him a lot
Mandy Cooper
Hey mamma, I’m so so sorry for this! Love you lots Lindsay Bear, and I’m thinking of you, love
Xoxoxox
Adam Lawrence
My condolences.
So deeply saddened to hear of Chris passing, my heartfelt condolences to the family 💔🙏