Obituary of Christopher Mark Szybbo

CHRISTOPHER MARK SZYBBO
April 11, 1963 – October 19, 2018

Passed away peacefully due to complications from a brain aneurysm.  He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Brigitte (nee Lacroix) and his children, Alexandra and Michaela.  He will also be missed by his mother Maria (nee Steciuk), his brother Mark, sister Barbara (Guidolin), and niece, Elise (Vero).

Chris graduated from Queen’s University with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, followed by an Executive Masters Degree in Business Administration from Simon Fraser University.  As president and CEO of CBI Health Group, Chris brought his unique leadership style, creativity, and passion for the Canadian health care space, to grow the company into an industry leader.

Chris was known for being a dedicated entrepreneur and an enthusiast of skiing, mountain biking, hiking, cooking, food, and wine, always sharing the enjoyment of these activities with others.  Above all, he was a trusted friend and loyal and caring family man.

Our family is grateful for the support and compassion shown to Chris by the ICU and Palliative teams at Trillium Hospital in Mississauga.

Visitation will take place at the Humphrey Funeral Home A.W. Miles - Newbigging Chapel, 1403 Bayview Avenue, Toronto from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 24^th.  A celebration of Chris’ life will be held at Rosedale United Church, 159 Roxborough Drive, Toronto at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 25^th with a reception to follow.

A gift in his memory can be made to the Chris Szybbo Memorial Fund in trust to assist families in need to access specialized treatment and care for individuals with developmental delays and disabilities.  Further information can be found at cbi.ca/ChrisFund or by calling 416-234-3057.  Condolences, photographs and memories may be forwarded through www.humphreymilesnewbigging.com.