Christopher Jordano

Christopher Jordano

CANAAN — Christopher Jordano, 40, of Canaan, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sept. 23, 2023.  He was born on Mar. 3, 1983, at Sharon Hospital.  Chris was a longtime resident of Canaan.

He graduated from Housatonic Valley Regional High School in 2001 and went on to operate a lawn business, and most recently ran his own tree business.  Chris enjoyed working on his machines and vehicles, his pets, especially his large dogs and ferrets. He also enjoyed fishing and snowboarding and working out at the gym.  Chris was a very intelligent man, with endless potential.  He taught himself to climb trees, take down trees, and run all of the equipment.  He did beautiful work.  

Chris was very ambitious and had a selfless big heart.  He eagerly helped everyone; including strangers, always putting others first.  He was a very handsome, brilliant man with a good sense of humor.  Chris will be deeply missed by his loyal family and friends. 

He is survived by his dedicated mother, Elaine Patton, his aunt, Diane Patton Duntz, his two cousins Jennifer Majette and her two sons Cameron and Braydon Majette, and Edward Duntz.  Chris was predeceased by his maternal grandparents Viola and Edward Patton.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday Oct. 14, 2023, at the Newkirk-Palmer Funeral Home,  118 Main St. North Canaan, CT 06018 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

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