Christopher Joseph Gallagher passed away unexpectedly on August 9, 2013 in Vancouver at the age of 43. Born July 22, 1970, he was a beloved son, brother, uncle, nephew and friend. Christopher will be lovingly remembered and deeply missed by his father Joseph Gallagher, mother Catherine Gallagher, sister Margaret Gallagher, brother Patrick Gallagher, brother-in-law Omar Kassis, niece Maxine Kassis, and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Christopher grew up in Chilliwack and Vancouver. He earned a BA from SFU and an MBA from McMaster University. He was a gentle soul who found deep beauty in the world around him, and generously shared his passions. Christopher took great joy in nature, his city and neighbourhood, and his family. A funeral mass will be held on Friday August 23 at 11 am, Guardian Angels Parish, 1161 Broughton Street, Vancouver, BC. In honour of Christopher’s love for all living creatures, memorial donations may be made to the BC SPCA.