by David Jarvis » Fri Jan 29, 2016 8:34 pm
This is a message from Chris Jarvis’ Wife Karen, his Daughter Victoria, his Son David and his Brother Philip
We are all extremely overwhelmed and humbled by all your lovely messages of condolence; it has been providing us all with such great comfort, especially hearing how much you all loved, valued and enjoyed spending time in his company and watching him perform.
We are especially proud to hear such fantastic comments about his performances, and personality, especially from so many fellow Shadow experts. He was a perfectionist in all aspects of his life, and it was always his aim to achieve that unique sound and playing style of his hero John Rostill; to hear so many of you making this comparison is overwhelming. We only wish he was here to share such wonderful tributes to his music.
As a family, we always loved watching him play in all his bands, and we are incredibly proud of all his musical achievements, especially his Legend albums, performing overseas, and performing at Shadowmania and Pipeline on numerous occasions. He loved playing his bass guitar, meeting people who shared his passion, and always played with a smile. It is heart-warming to hear that so many of you hold him in such high regard. We are very proud and honoured to call him our husband, dad, and brother and along with you all, will miss him dearly.
We would like to welcome you all to celebrate his life with us on Thursday 11th February, 11am at St Mark’s Church, Marske by the Sea, and following a private family cremation, join us in remembering him at Marske Leisure Centre, where you can share all your memories and enjoy his music in the same venue where he played his last gig.
Thank you all so much for your comforting tributes.