Christopher FORTUNE Obituary

Chris Fortune was my cooking teacher at Nmit as well as a lot of others and if it wasn´t for him i wouldn´t be where I am today. Thank you for everything. Rest easy chef.

You Taught me at Nmit you were a kind teacher who made me want to go to school I had a lot of fun times with you

I am so sorry for your loss, he was such a good person always made us laugh, such sad news I hope you guys are doing okay, thinking of you guys x

Our deepest condolences to the Fortune Family.

We are so sorry for your loss.

We will miss the great banter from Chris that we had grown to love

Tina ... I am so sorry for your loss and my heart is full of care for you and your family. Much love, Meredith

I am so sad to hear about Chris Fortune's passing. Although I knew him briefly, his vibrant personality and dedication to his craft left a lasting impression on me.
Chris was a generous spirit who offered to cater a Ukrainian reception for my exhibition at the Nelson Provincial Museum. I met him when I took his photo with a student for my photography class at NMIT. Collaborating with him on the menu was terrific. His ability to bring people together through food was evident when he hosted a special Ukrainian menu at the Rata Room shared my photos for his South American menu. What a great trade. I'm so sorry your family has lost such a special person.
I won't forget Chris as a humorous and engaging commentator at the Mussel Festival. His charisma added joy to the event. I am sure his commitment to teaching and sharing knowledge inspired many; I had hoped to take classes from him in the future.

Tina - so very sorry to hear abut Chris. He was a very lovely man with a huge heart - we especially loved his passion for teaching kids to cook. The crepes he taught the children to make at Linkwater School all those years ago are still made in our house.
Everyone will miss him xxx

Such dreadful news. Tina my heart goes out to you and the kids.
I worked for and alongside Chris on numerous occasions and you guys gave my daughter her first job at the Farmers Market. A good man.
X

I am so very sorry and sad to hear that Chris has passed away. I was a chef student at Nelson polytechnic with Chris about 25 years ago, he was best in the class and extremely innovative and talented and fun. My thoughts are with you.

I am so sorry to hear news of Chris´s passing Tina. Sending love and condolences to you and your children.

At times like this, one reflects on the privilege of working with Chris, both at NMIT and in other corners of our culinary world. We look back on the fun times and the invaluable skills Chris passed on to chefs, both young and old. His generosity in sharing his expertise was unmatched, always ready to help those eager to improve.

Chris, may your life be remembered not only for the joy you brought to our profession but also for the countless ways you touched other areas of life. Chef Fortune, you will be deeply missed.

Thank you for being a part of my life.

Martin Harrap

Tina and family...so very very sad to hear of the passing of Chris. He was a larger than life sweet man and always had a smile on his face. Our thoughts are with you all x

Deeply saddened at the loss of such a great guy. As his teacher in his latter primary school years and his leader at Motueka Venturer Scouts I always knew that he had a good future ahead of him. It is so sad that it has been cut short. My son Kim and I shared many experiences tramping, camping and kayaking with him until we each moved away and lost contact. Sincere condolences his family. Warren and Lynn Lipsham

I´m so sorry to hear this sad news. I worked with Chris at The Boathouse in Nelson some years back. He was fun and great to work with in the kitchen. My condolences to his family. R.I.P Chris
Marama Breidenbach (nee Noakes)

Very shocked to hear the loss of one awesome beautiful guy. Gone from friends to good friends over 18 years of knowing and working with Chris. R.I.P. Chris

Very grateful that Chris and Tina were so generous and helpful to our son Jamie. Deepest condolences to Tina and family, our community has lost a very good man far too soon - so sad.

Heartfelt condolences to family and friends at your loss. Tremendous guy, hard workier for Iron Duke and the community as a whole. RIP Chris.
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