Chris passed away peacefully at Castlegar, British Columbia on July 31, 2018 at the age of 89. Loving husband of Carrie (Cousins), brother of Alexandra (Sandy) Bellis, father of Cindy, Judy (Peter), Dan (Karen) and David (Janice) grandfather of Jay, Vaughan, Lucas, Jessica, Dale, Todd, Jennifer and Erin, great-grandfather of Ada and Brooklyn. Chris cherished his family, whether his relatives back in the old country, his children or his grandchildren, especially the babies.
Born in the village of Vumbel in Greece of Macedonian heritage, Chris arrived by ship as a young boy with his mother, Mita and brother Kosta to reunite with his father George in Toronto. A graduate of University of Toronto Schools (1949) and University of Toronto Medical School (1956), Chris practiced Family Medicine in Scarborough, Ontario for 32 years. Chris and Carrie married during his first year of medical school and happily celebrated 65 years together.
Chris was an active sportsman and traveler. You could find Chris racing his Standardbreds, playing tennis or skiing with his family and golfing or playing bridge with his wife and friends. In retirement, Chris and Carrie enjoyed traveling to more than 30 countries, including lesser known parts of the world.
Many thanks to the staff at Castleview for his wonderful care. As expressions of sympathy, donations toward student bursaries at University of Toronto Schools (UTS) would be appreciated. Online donations can be made via the website http://utschools.ca/donate .
Castlegar Funeral Chapel in care of arrangements.
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Petra Routledge
Mrs. Loukras and family, Our hearts are with you in this time of sorrow. Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of Mr. Loukras. Words can’t express how saddened we are to hear of your loss,
Love Victor and Petra Routledge and family
Peter Donkers
I first met Chris when I was 15 years old, some 45 years ago. I would hitchhike from Pickering to the farm in Claremont – and back. In my family we very seldom had dessert and so it was Chris who taught me that dessert was usually the best part of the meal; that it really didn’t matter how full you were because you have a second stomach, just for dessert. Thanks Chris!
Terry Kelly
To the whole Loukras family, I am sorry for your loss of this wonderful man.
I remember him giving my kids rides, with Dale and Todd, around the track in Aurora when they were little. I also had fun with Chris and Carrie out in Newfoundland, where I realized that Dan walked just like his dad.
Thinking of you all.
Nicholas Stefanoff
Doctor Chris Loukras was a great man. My family loved him and always felt close to him. He was a caring, compassionate, empathetic and loving individual. May his memory be eternal and may always continue to be a role model for many as he was (and is) for me.❤️❤️❤️
Vicki Gillis
My sincerest condolences Teta, Danny, Cindy, Judy and David and all the rest of the family. Uncle Chris will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sue Wrigley
Thinking of all of you at this time. Your Dad / Grandfather was such a gentle guy, and really nice to hang around with – the couple of times that I was fortunate enough to meet him.
Dianne Thomas
Carrie, you had a wonderful sixty-five years together and our condolences go out to you and the whole family. He will be missed, but he has lived a very full life and will be remembered by all the people whose lives he touched.
Our deepest sympathy – Stephanie, Christine and Dianne Thomas (Belliss)
Lynda Collins
Dear Carrie:
My sincere condolences on the passing of Dr. Loukras. My years working for him at the Scarborough Medical Arts Bldg. were a pleasure. He was always kind and caring to all he came in contact with. I never heard a negative word from him or toward him.
My husband passed away last year and I can relate to your loss. Take care of yourself Carrie.
Lynda Collins.
Gladys Fletcher (Rushworth)
Carrie,
There are many fond memories of high school in Aurora, your meeting with Chris and the birth of Cindy.
Glad to know that you were able to spend so many happy years together.
Sincere sympathy to you and your family.
Gladys Fletcher (Rushworth)
DIANNE JONES
Sorry to hear of Chris’s passing. Dan and I always loved going to the farm and playing May I. I’m sure he will be sorely missed.
Theresa Arbuthnot
Dr. Loukras was my family doctor (and my Dad’s) from the late 1960’s until Dr. Loukras retired in the late 1980’s. (Fortunately, I have had only one other family doctor since.) I am now 56 years old and can still remember the visits to the Scarborough Medical Arts Building and the wonderful care provided by Dr. Loukras. Earlier this year my Dad passed away – 2 weeks before his 80th birthday. He often told me how much he liked Dr. Loukras. Please accept my condolences.
Theresa Arbuthnot