Christopher Beregszaszy

JUILLET 30, 1975 AVRIL 25, 2026


It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Chris Beregszaszy on April 25, 2026, at age 50, after a courageous battle with cancer. He passed peacefully, surrounded by family.

Beloved husband and best friend of Sonia, and devoted father and stepfather to Jacob, Gabriella, Isabella and Anna. Cherished son of Andras and Magda (Domian) Beregszaszy, and loving brother of Rita (Beregszaszy) Bourget (Christian and nephew, Jonathan). Chris will be fondly remembered by his in-laws Nicole and Ronald D’Ambrosio, sister-in law Chantale D’Ambrosio (David Rea and nephew, Philippe Morin), and many extended family and friends in Hungary, Ottawa and Montreal.

Born in Mississauga and raised in both Brantford and Ottawa, Chris was a gifted mechanical engineer, talented craftsman and lifelong problem-solver.  A Carleton University Mechanical Engineering graduate, he worked for many years with the federal government and most recently as a Senior Program Engineer with Environment and Climate Change Canada.

Chris was an avid traveller and willing to try anything — motorcycling, four-wheeling and even yoga and paint nights with his wife.

But above all, his favourite place was at home, cooking meals from scratch, helping his children with their homework, cheering on their latest passions, and making every holiday special with large gatherings of family and friends. Chris shared a deep and enduring partnership with Sonia, building a life together filled with love, laughter and an ever-present list of renovation projects in their dream home.

Chris will be remembered for his kindness, humility and unlimited generosity. He was simply a wonderful man — taken too soon.  Please join the family in celebrating Chris by signing Beechwoods Digital guestbook.

The family would like to thank the palliative team at the Ottawa Hospital & Cancer Centre for their compassionate care.

A private Celebration of Life will be held for the family at Beechwood Funeral Home & Cemetary.  The 11:30 AM Mass on Sunday, May 24 at Faustina Parish in Cumberland will be offered for the repose of the soul of Christopher Beregszaszy.  Friends and family are welcome to attend.

Donations in Chris’s memory may be made to the Ottawa Hospital Cancer Centre through its foundation or flowers can be sent via the Beechwood Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services office, 280 Beechwood Ave, Ottawa, ON K1L 8E2.

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  1. I am so sorry for your loss Sonia. Chris was a great guy and i can imagine a wonderful father to your children. Your descriptions of him as a problem solver is exactly the way i remember him, good humoured, with a twinkle in his eye. He will be sorely missed.

  2. Sorry to hear of the passing of Chris and for the family’s loss. Chris was a great colleague, always joking, positive and available to help at a moment’s notice. I worked with Chris and sat beside him for many years at the office. He will be sorely missed and fondly remembered for his kindness, positivity humour and tireless work ethic. I would like to wish his family well and offer my condolences and support during this difficult time.

  3. It’s hard to truly capture in words what a kind and caring friend Chris was to us. We met Chris many years ago, after we moved back to Canada and I reconnected with Sonia, who had been a best friend in high school. Chris was immediately welcoming to my husband Steve (who was new to the country) and our families became fast friends. We have so many memories together that we will hold on to always. Family outings together with our kids. New Year’s Eves staying up to five a.m., fireworks set up by Chris in the local park, that crazy Amazing Race downtown, celebrating Steve’s 50th online with us during COVID lockdown, playing pool and so many different Escape Rooms and couples’ nights.
    Chris was so damn smart and truly brilliant at everything he tried (even axe-throwing when the rest of us were rubbish) but more than that he jumped at the chance to help his friends. We can clearly hear his words: “I can fix your Jeep, you don’t want to waste your money going to a mechanic.” We could say so many more things about Chris, but it would never do him justice.
    We loved him and we will miss him so much.

  4. Dear Sonia,
    I am so very sorry for your loss. Chris was a wonderful person, with a great sense of humour, and I remember how easy it was to see how much he loved all of you. We had some great adventures on work trips, including playing a round of golf in the Bronx, NY on a day off. I was terrible and he was patient and kind as always! My heart goes out to you and the kids, and to your extended family.

  5. Ewa and I are deeply moved by Chris Beregszaszy’s death and would like to express our deepest condolences to his family and all those touched by this senseless loss.
    Jacek and Ewa Rostkowski

  6. My deepest condolences. My heart is broken for Sonia, the kids, and your whole family.

    I had the privilege of working with Chris and knowing him personally. When I lived with Sonia, I witnessed their love grow, and it meant so much to be there at their wedding. I’ll always cherish the memories we shared—holidays together, motorcycle rides, and how they helped me move, as well as the trip they took to New Brunswick with me to visit my family.

    Chris was truly one of a kind—thoughtful, kind, and compassionate, always ready to help anyone in need. He had a constant smile and that special twinkle in his eye that brought warmth to everyone around him.

    I am so very sorry for your loss. He will be deeply missed.

    God bless his soul. Sending all my love ❤️

  7. I am sorry for your loss. I worked with Chris for several years. Throughout that period he was a pillar of calm strength with a great sense of humor. He will truly be missed. May his memory be for a blessing, and may you be surrounded by comfort and peace during this difficult time.

  8. My deepest sympathies for your loss. It is truly a sad time when a fine person like Chris passes. Though I knew Chris mostly from work, I knew his passion was his family. As a friend he was a friendly, kind, helpful person that every one liked. He will be missed by all.

  9. Dear Sonia and Family

    What a special person Chris was.

    It feels like yesterday that we all worked at the lab where Chris would regularly show his kindness, graciousness and intelligence to everyone in such generous ways.

    He quickly had a way to touch a person emotionally with the goodness that oozed out of him. Chris gave of his precious time and loving spirit to the folks around him. He never looked for anything in return.

    During his illness, I know he would have been concerned for you, the children, family, friends and work colleagues. That was the Chris-way. It was just his nature.

    His memory will always make me smile.

    I hope the memories that you and your family hold will help with the loss and the healing during the months ahead.

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