Christopher Joseph Simard

Christopher J. Simard, 67, of Candler, North Carolina, died at home 2/14/2025 after a prolonged illness. Born March 26, 1957 in South Hadley, Massachusetts, Chris was the beloved son of Paul E. Simard and Allyene P. Simard and cherished sibling to Paul Simard (deceased), Peter Simard, Jane Simard, and Jonathan Simard

Chris was known for his big heart and his passion for music, the Blues in particular, and in his younger days was a regular fixture in the Asheville music scene, often welcomed on stage by national acts to add his considerable skills on the blues harp to their show.

Chris graduated from Williston Northampton School, and attended University of North Carolina at Asheville.

Chris is pre-deceased by parents Paul and Allyene, and brother Paul, and survived by siblings Peter, Jane, and Jonathan, and his many dear friends in the Asheville community.

Rest in peace dear brother, you will be missed.

No services are currently scheduled for Christopher Simard. 

The care of Christopher Simard has been entrusted with Wells Funeral Home of Candler.