Saturday, January 20, 2024 at 12:00 a.m.
Mook, Chester
Chet will be deeply missed by his beloved wife of 56 years Sharon Mook (née Risdon), by his daughter Tiffany (Neil) Fraser; grandchildren Andrew and Quinn Fraser, by his daughter Camille (Tony) Rose; and granddaughters Claire and Antonia Rose. Chet was the eldest of four siblings. He is survived by his sisters Patricia and Dahlia and brothers-in-law Don (Angela) Risdon, Daniel Risdon. Chet will be lovingly remembered as a cool uncle by numerous nieces and nephews.
Chet will be deeply missed by his beloved wife of 56 years Sharon Mook (née Risdon), by his daughter Tiffany (Neil) Fraser; grandchildren Andrew and Quinn Fraser, by his daughter Camille (Tony) Rose; and granddaughters Claire and Antonia Rose. Chet was the eldest of four siblings. He is survived by his sisters Patricia and Dahlia and brothers-in-law Don (Angela) Risdon, Daniel Risdon. Chet will be lovingly remembered as a cool uncle by numerous nieces and nephews.
Chet was predeceased by his parents Emma and John Mook, as well as father and mother-in- law George and Marie Antoinette Risdon; his brother Charles Mook, sister-in- law Marie Bell, and brother-in-law Darwin Risdon.
Chet was born on January 20, 1944 in Medicine Hat, AB, He spent his early years on the family farm and in 1949, the family moved to Medicine Hat where he lived for the remainder of his childhood. After school, Chet took a job in Calgary to work in an optical dispensary where he met and fell in love with Sharon Risdon. The two were married in 1967 and lived first in Banff before work brought them to Lethbridge in 1968. Chet quickly became an enduring and active member of the community.
Chet was involved in numerous business ventures, personal pursuits, and service clubs and organisations within the city. Chet became friends with a wide cross section of the community and enjoyed appearing in plays, singing in musical groups, painting, sculpting, and potting at the Bowman Arts Centre or LCC. Chet was an ardent lover of music and served as chair of the Lethbridge Symphony. Chet also studied and played several instruments with varying degrees of proficiency including accordion, guitar, harmonica, violin, and piano.
Chet worked tirelessly for many charities and was on the provincial board of the Canadian Cancer Society, Alberta/NWT division. A highlight of his life was when he was chosen as a “Rotary Young Man of Distinction” and was sent on a tour of India with other young men from throughout the province. Chet formed lasting bonds of friendship through his involvement in service clubs and his creative endeavours.
Chet was also actively involved in the business community and had many businesses throughout his lifetime. He was instrumental in establishing a professional association for hearing aid practitioners in Alberta, serving as President of the association. He established three hearing aid practices with offices in Lethbridge, Medicine Hat, and Calgary.
In his retirement, Chet continued to serve his community and study his interests. He and Sharon were always travellers but retirement allowed them to see most of Europe and a good part of South America. Chet was always a man of curiosity, energy, vision, wit and good humour who, despite a lifetime of compromised health, lived life to the fullest.
Chet will be remembered by those privileged to know him for his passionate and insightful discussions and hilarious antics and zingers. Right up to the end, his days were filled with plans for more travel and elaborate dinner parties with his family and friends. Chet loved life and all the energy, love, and laughter that he spread, was returned to him. We lost a good one when we lost Chet Mook. There will never be another like him.
On behalf of our family, we would like to express our gratitude and appreciation for the many friends and family that supported Chet throughout his lifetime and who have been there for the family in our days of loss. We would like to thank the innumerable hospital staff, caregivers, nurses and doctors who graced Chet’s life, especially in the last years of his life. He had immense respect and appreciation for the hard work and dedication of all health care workers.
A celebration of Chester’s Life will be held at the SANDMAN SIGNATURE LETHBRIDGE LODGE, 320 Scenic Drive S, Lethbridge, AB, on Saturday, January 20, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Glenda Wert officiating. The Celebration of Life will be live-streamed and may be viewed through Chester’s obituary on the Cornerstone website.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society (cancer.ca), Lethbridge & District Humane Society (lethbridgehumanesociety.com) or Lethbridge Symphony (lethbridgesymphony.org)
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My thoughts are with your families. Know that memories only grow fonder.
I was in grade 2 when Chester started grade 1 at St. Louis School. Split grades were the norm in those days and so we were often in the same class. Over the years we were able to keep in contact. I will greatly miss Chet and our almost bi~weekly conversations over the last 15 years which could last from 15 minutes to over an hour. Inevitably he would mention how lucky we were to have lived and been born in Canada while living in the best of times. He was extremely proud to have grown up on the Flats of Medicine Hat and how that experience had aided him in becoming the person he was. I last saw Chet this October. I also spoke with him a week before his passing. At those times we both said to each other what we were both pleased to say. I was lucky to have known Chet I will miss Chet. Chet was a good guy. My condolences to Sharon and his family.
Sending my deepest condolences to Sharon, Tiffany, and Camille. I hope you all continue to see Chet in beautiful moments every day.
I heard about Chet Mook before I ever met him My dad used to see Chet for his hearing aids. I remember dad talking about what a great guy the "hearing guy" was and how he could fix any hearing aid. Later I met you, Sharon, at Wilson Middle School and realized you were married to the famous Chet. I am so sorry he is gone. He was one of the "good guys". Take care Sharon.
I got to know Chet through my dad and more so, with the "back table" tribe in the back room of Curly's then Sisters. Laughs galore. I will think of Chet whenever I have a "clam and beer". Cheers Sharon; the memories will abound forever. Tracy Hembroff
Sharon ... I was so sorry and saddened to hear of Chet's passing. My sincerest condolences and prayers are sent to you, Tiffany and Camille. It was a privilege to have known Chet. I will always remember that wonderful smile of his and his sense of humour.
I’m so sorry to hear of Chet’s passing. He was an amazing man and it was an honour to know him!
Losing a beloved family member is always difficult. I hope you find comfort knowing that we are holding you all in our heart and saying prayers for strength at this time.
So sorry to hear about Chet, Sharon. Ron sure enjoyed his company while they lived at Adaptacare.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Sharon and her family. The world is a better place because of Chet, we are grateful to have known him
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Sharon and family at this time. Many wonderful memories and we are grateful to have known Chet.
Saddened to see this…. My thoughts are with the family at this difficult time. Having experienced my own loss last January. This year has seen many “great men “, that were friends over the years pass. Know I understand, having experienced this loss myself much love and understanding to the family. Barbara Warren
So sorry to hear about Chet. My dad loved Chet. He was so personable and friendly.
Dear Sharon and family --- my thoughts and prayers to you and family. Although I only met Chester a few times at a Wilson get-together, I considered him a friend. Lou.
Dear Sharon and Family, I am so Sorry to Learn of Chet's passing. I remember him well as a very kind and gentle person. May Peace and Comfort be with you at this sad time. Sincere Sympathy Win Evans and family
I am so very sorry for your loss. Chet (Chester in those days!) and I have known each other since before we started grade one at St. Louis School. He came to all my birthday parties and I have photos to prove it! He was a dear friend all my life. To his family, I hope you find peace in your grief. Sincerely, Cheryl J. (Botter) Perdue
Sharon so sorry to hear about Chet. I am sure he was dearly loved and will be missed by you and your families. Sending caring thoughts and big hugs.
Sharon.....So very sorry to hear about Chet. I am sure he was dearly loved and will be missed by you and your families. Sending our thoughts and big hugs.
I am deeply saddened to hear of Chet's death. My condolences to the Mook family. He was such a great guy. Much love. Bob
I want to pass my condolences to the family. God bless!
Sharon and family, I was saddened to learn of the passing of Chet. I really enjoyed the conversations I had with him. My condolences to you at this time of grief.
Our heartfelt condolences to Sharon, Tiffany and Camille over the loss of a very special person who was loved by many. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Our very deepest sympathy to the Mook family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time. May precious memories fill your hearts. Sincerely Ron & Joyce Sakamoto
My sincere condolences with the passing of your father, Camille. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. ❤️