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It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to Chris McGregor who passed away in Japan on 4 July 2018. Chris leaves behind his cherished wife, children, grandchildren and an international myriad of friends, all burdened with grief and shocked by his sudden passing.
 
Chris died doing what he loved, coaching and mentoring young karate athletes; inspiring them to fulfil their goals and reach their potential.
 
He will be remembered as a good, honest and passionate man that always put others before himself and embraced life with gusto.
 
In honour of Chris, let us share photos, videos, stories and tributes to remember the man that brought us so much joy, laughter and ultimately united us all. You will forever be in our hearts.
 
Rest in peace, Chris

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Sarah Brener My Friend July 15, 2018
 
I have thought a lot about my time with Chirs, I have so many memories that he played a big role in over the many many years that I have known him. My best memories though have to be from my first time in Queenstown. I was escorting a Junior team over for the first Trans Tasman Tournament as team manager and kata coach. As is the custom when in Queenstown we visited a number of attractions including the Skyline. Knowing I was terrified of heights he watched as I sat with my back to the view as we went down the Skyline, I have never held someones arm so tight. He sat there the whole time with that cheeky grin on his face.. I know he was laughing on the inside. This did not stop him from taking me on the most terrifying 4x4 drive of my life to show us where the Lord of the Rings was filmed, I have never before looked out the side of a car and seen a sheer drop. But it was ok because Chris was driving I knew I was safe. Finally he is the only one that has sucessfully gotten me to snowboard, he patiently held my hand down the hill over and over until I could almost do it on my own. I will always cherish my friendship with Chirs. And yes his hugs every chance he got. I'm not a hugger but I always made an exception for him, mainly because I had no choice in the matter.
I can't believe that I won't have anymore shared karate memories with you.
Always your friend Sarah.
Vicky Norman Thankful to have known you July 15, 2018
 
I am very thankful to have known you, Sensei Chris McGregor. Since meeting you back in 2006 my life has changed only for the better. My journey with you in karate started as a bet with Steve Norman, ‘if you go to karate, I’ll go’. Off I went, how you challenged me to try harder, but all the while were patient, when I struggled and believed with no doubt I could do it and I did. Especially my last grading when I had serious doubts within myself, you kept telling me I was ready and could do it. You were right, I could, thank you. I am going to miss the laughter and shaking of the head in the dojo to one of my many wrong moves, new invention to a kata, or just fooling around. I have also worked under your leadership, you were the best boss anyone could ask for. You were patient and taught me so much, again I thank you. Your support through the last year has been amazing, again thank you.
Words cannot express the feelings your passing has on so many. Your are one of a kind, with biggest heart and soul. I will always remember your face lighting up when talking about your family or karate, the love and passion in your eyes was so amazing to see.
My thoughts and love to Debbie, Rhys, Danielle and family at this hardest of times.
Forever in our hearts.

Anika Schwager Dear Sensei Chris July 15, 2018
 
Dear Sensei Chris McGregor,
I just heard and can hardly believe it. I can't believe I won't see you again, train with you again, laugh with you again. I still remember the week I got to stay with you and Debbie in NZ, how you just registered me in the tournament that was taking part during my stay with you before I even knew there was one; how you let me teach your class yoku geri. You taught me how to towel-fight properly, coached me, made me better. I'll miss your mischievous ways, Sensei, and I'll be forever grateful to have known you, to have been a part of your life - however small. My deepest condolences to your family, and every friend who misses you like I do.
Love and Osu, Anika
Janette Bagley Sensei Chris July 15, 2018
 
Chris - I really can’t believe or fathom this has all happened. A man larger than life, a man so loving and supportive. Chris - you will be missed. You have brought so much to life from the wee man who loved ninjago and power rangers to a wee girl who saw you as the big teddy bear you really were. Us as parents, so supportive and many a banter session on a Tuesday. Many a laugh and support. You were family & friend. Look over us, travel safe. Your family - thank you. Chris provided us all with so much and sure he had installed his being with you all as he did with us. Thank you for sharing. I for one are blessed to be being part of his life. X
Gemma Atkin My time in New Zealand July 15, 2018
 
20+ years of studying karate offered me so many opportunities to travel and grow as a person. No greater opportunity than spending a month in New Zealand with Sensei Chris McGregor and his awesome family who homed me and trusted me to train their students all those years ago. Chris you were one of a kind and I will cherish our friendship until the end. To Danielle McGregor and the rest of the family my heart breaks for you but take strength in the fact that your Dad was loved by many all around the world. Osu!
Latest Condolences
C.Gimenez My deepest condolences August 3, 2018
 

My condolences, as feelings of pain and bitterness become unbearable. It is my desire to convey a comforting thought based on the Holy Scriptures

          

  John 5:28 "Do not marvel at this, because the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out."

 

 

This passage speaks of the resurrection of our loved ones. It is not God's plan to see us suffer and die, so He extends the following invitation to us: "Come near to God and He will draw near to you" (James 4:8)

 

Please go to the following link to obtain more information regarding the Hope expressed in this passage and again we are sorry for your loss.

 

 http://www.jw.org


F. Perez My deepest condolences August 3, 2018
 

Can something good be said about death?

 It Separates friends, families and sows pain, grief and sadness. 

The Bible says that death is our great enemy. 

However, the Bible also gives us hope! 

John 5: 28, 29 as well as Acts 24:15; indicate that there will be a resurrection of the just and unjust. 

Psalm 37:29 also promises that the righteous will possess the Earth. 

Through the pages of the Bible we can acquire knowledge and guidance that help us face the loss of our loved ones…It gives us a sure hope.

Please go to the following link for more information regarding the Hope expressed in this passage

http://www.jw.org/en/publications/books/dead-live-again-tract/dead-live-again

Hendrick Polanco My deepest condolences July 21, 2018
 

My deepest condolences.  May these few words from the Holy Scriptures bring you comfort in your time of grief...

John 11:32-45

32 And so Mary, when she arrived where Jesus was and caught sight of him, fell at his feet, saying to him: “Lord, if you had been here, my brother would not have died.” 33 Jesus, therefore, when he saw her weeping and the Jews that came with her weeping, groaned in the spirit and became troubled; 34 and he said: “Where have YOU laid him?” They said to him: “Lord, come and see.” 35 Jesus gave way to tears. 36 Therefore the Jews began to say: “See, what affection he used to have for him!” 37 But some of them said: “Was not this [man] that opened the eyes of the blind man able to prevent this one from dying?”

38 Hence Jesus, after groaning again within himself, came to the memorial tomb. It was, in fact, a cave, and a stone was lying against it.39 Jesus said: “TAKE the stone away.” Martha, the sister of the deceased, said to him: “Lord, by now he must smell, for it is four days.”40 Jesus said to her: “Did I not tell you that if you would believe you would see the glory of God?” 41 Therefore they took the stone away. Now Jesus raised his eyes heavenward and said: “Father, I thank you that you have heard me. 42 True, I knew that you always hear me; but on account of the crowd standing around I spoke, in order that they might believe that you sent me forth.” 43 And when he had said these things, he cried out with a loud voice: “Laz´a·rus, come on out!” 44The [man] that had been dead came out with his feet and hands bound with wrappings, and his countenance was bound about with a cloth. Jesus said to them: “Loose him and let him go.”

45 Therefore many of the Jews that had come to Mary and that beheld what he did put faith in him;

Please go to the following link for more information regarding the Hope expressed in this passage

http://www.jw.org/en/publications/books/dead-live-again-tract/dead-live-again

stefan condolences July 20, 2018
 
for days i'm search for the right words , i don't find them. so i just can say i will miss you as a friend , as a karateka , as a man who gives allways positive energy and who likes hug people ( even they don't like it , like michael ) hug the people in heaven i'm sure you are there, rip chris.  ous stefan
 
Caitlin Black My Sensei July 15, 2018
 

Dear Sensei
Thank you for all you have done for me over the past 6 years. I know we hadn't seen each other in recent years but your training has had a permanent impact on my life. Thanks for teaching me about self-confidence and making me believe that the sky is the limit as long as you work hard. I will never forget when training for the Kawata cup and I fell sick and went into the hospital. You came to see me and the first thing you did when you walked in was tease me about the movie I was watching. It made me feel better for some reason. I will also never forget you showing up at my house and asking my mum to make you some chocolate eclairs multiple times. Thanks for all the memories that will last a lifetime. RIP Sensei

 

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