BEAUFORT, N.C. – Christopher Hartley Ganem, 28, beloved son of John and Barbara Ganem of Pepperell, Mass., passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, at his home. A 2004 graduate of Bates College, Lewiston, Chris also attended Applewild School, Fitchburg, Mass., and St. George’s School, Middletown, R.I. Chris was a gifted athlete and enjoyed playing soccer, lacrosse and skiing. Chris spent the last summer of his life restoring a 22-foot sailboat and exploring Core Sound in his new surroundings in North Carolina. An avid reader, Chris aspired to being a writer and had both a book and short story in process at the time of his death. He took great comfort in the love and loyal companionship of his dog, Jenny; and cat, Nola. In addition to his parents, Chris leaves his brother, Geoffrey Ganem of San Francisco; grandfather, William Veague of Harborside; many aunts, uncles and cousins. Chris was a kind, sensitive and caring young man who will be lovingly remembered and sorely missed by his family and friends. A private graveside service will be held in spring 2010 in Harborside. Donations in Chris’ memory may be made to a charity of your choice or Dakin Pioneer Valley Humane Society, P.O. Box 319, South Deerfield, MA 01373; www.dpvhs.org, where Chris adopted Jenny in 2005.
CHRISTOPHER HARTLEY GANEM
