Christopher John (Chris) GYMER
Born Dorset September 1955 and died Melbourne April 2026
Beloved life partner of Catherine.
Loving father, father-in-law and grandfather of Francis and Michelle, Sylvie and August, Zoe and Joe, June and Julius.
Much loved brother of Keith.
You are warmly invited to celebrate Chris’s life at his funeral on Monday 20th April, 2026, commencing at 3pm at Studley Grounds, 121 Studley Park Road, Kew.
Chris will be privately buried.
In lieu of flowers, donations on Chris’s behalf to Amnesty International Australia or The Wilderness Society would be appreciated.
Service Details
3:00 PM
Monday 20th April
Studley Grounds
121 Studley Park Road, Kew
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I think Chris was the one who hired me at DACA – the start of a career in “IT”. He was so much more than tech in his outlook. He described his travels thru India with all the rough old details. He embraced the whole culture. When I traveled there I enjoyed it so much because of the way he welcomed its madness.
Knowing he loved Metcalf and visiting him there on the way to and from Newstead was fantastic.
And Zoe and Francis you made his big birthdays unique and special. You must be so happy you did.
Thank you for your warmth and love of life.
Dear Chris- a “proper bloke”,full of humour,kindness and wisdom.Attributes that you have passed on to your children. Our love and condolences to all the family
Dearest Chris, you were the brother I never had biologically. From the days of darkness when we met, to the light beyond, over 45 years, I thank you for your love, support and many wonderful conversations. I am honoured to have called you my friend. We will meet again, and know each other as we did before.
Thank you for the good times.
Vale Chris. Fellow writer. A recent friend.
Sorely missed
Working alongside Chris at MEGT was an absolute joy and privilege. He was the embodiment of kindness and professionalism; a very clever person and a true gentleman. And that laugh! … I always delighted in that ‘cackle’ and miss it still (and always). I will remember Chris with great fondness. Sincere condolences to Catherine and family, and all of Chris’ friends.
Chris, you had a deep, wise, grounded and gentle presence. I feel lucky to have been your orbit at various points in my journey, especially my younger years when your wisdom, kindness and light helped me so much. I will remember your laugh, warmth and joie de vivre. Thank you for your friendship. Rest in peace.
It has been a privilege to call you a friend Chris. You will be greatly missed.
We will remember you fondly.
Catherine will always have our love and friendship.
Rest in Peace.🧡❤️
Uncle Chris was always so friendly and happy to talk whenever we saw him, it is going to be sad at family events where he is missing from now on. RIP.
It is at time like this that I regret not making more of an effort to stay in touch with Chris. We were business partners for a period of time and it was a very enjoyable period. He was a very special man with a great sense of humour. My sincere condolences to Catherine and the family.
Some people come to your life and leave it brighter forever. Chris was one of those people. He had a rare kind of presence – warm, kind and genuinely interested in the world around him. The kind of a man who could turn an ordinary afternoon into a hours-long conversation that you didn’t want to end. Chris, thank you for your great friendship and I am lucky to have known you. Rest in peace.
I first met Chris on my first day at Kings in 1974. He quickly befriended this gooky guy with a Canadian accent who was on the same Civil Engineering course. We were firm friends from that day hence. He was my constant companion, my preferred partner when we paired off for assignments, room mates on the geology field trip to Ross on Wye. And, when the time came, my best man at my wedding to Brenda in July 1977.
Our paths diverged as they often do, as I pursued my career and ended up in Aberdeen whilst Chris took advantage of his opportunity to emigrate for Australia. Letters and lost addresses slowed down communications but the advent of email and social media allowed our active friendship to renew. And it was great to watch his exploits vicariously as he toured the world.
Chris visited us three times in Scotland, once with a young Francis and Zoe in tow, once with Catherine when we visited Loch Muick near Braemar and lastly, a few years ago, when I met up in St Andrews. Every meeting was like the intervening years had never existed.
Though we did not live in each other’s pockets, it was a friendship that was always there. I learned a great deal from Chris at Kings; things about integrity, attitudes and behaviours that have shaped my own personality and beliefs. My only crumb of comfort in this tragic event is that I know Chris lived a full and active life that would be the envy of many, physically, spiritually and mentally and that he was surrounded by a loving family and friends.
Goodbye Chris.
So many words, over many years and across many miles, thank you for all your love, wisdom and support, I will miss you so much.
One of natures true gentlemen. Chris will be sadly missed, his wicked laugh, his good soul, and his quick wit. Condolences to Dee, Francis and Zoe and the whole family. Much love Janet and Keith xxxx
Goodbye Chris. Our world will be a lot more nousless without you in it. Go gently. ❤️
So sorry to farewell a great guy – having known each other since DACA and enjoyed sharing our friendship group ever since.
You will be remembered by us for many things, Chris, but most certainly for your sunny warmth, your wit and the ease with which you made others feel at home and valued. In your life you knew “the importance of making the most of chances”, of embracing ideas and celebrating culture and connection. We will miss you greatly, but you leave us with both your words and solid timeless friendship. With much love, Greer &Vince.
Farewell Chis, fellow writer. We miss you in writers group and appreciate all your valued contributions. I’m so, so glad you knew your book is to be published. RIP
Thank you for being the best travelling buddy all those years ago. Great memories shared. May you rest in light and love.
An epitome of the word ‘gentleman’, beautiful inside and out. Thank you for two wonderful (now grown) children. RIP Christopher John. Dee x