Charles James (CJ) Barter
April 2, 2020
BARTER, Charles James (CJ)
1980-2020
It is with sadness and a deep sense of loss that we announce the sudden passing of CJ Barter, beloved husband, father, and son at his home in Airdrie Alberta.
Born in Newcastle NB on August 29, 1980, CJ was the son of Darlene Hare Kidd (Douglas) and Charles Barter (Kelly), Miramichi. CJ will be lovingly remembered by his beloved wife, Christina (nee Ruffo); his wonderful children, son, Charlie and daughter, Charlotte; mother-in-law, Renate Groves (Danny); grandmother in-law, Oma Krusch, Ottawa; six sisters, Kara (Daniel Richard), Jessica Larry, Laura (Steven Ross), Devin Rae (Darcy Foran) all of Miramichi, Sara Kidd, Maine, Kayla (Travis Hodges) Grande Prairie; two brothers, William Kidd, Miramichi, Kyle (Erin), Grande Cache; as well as many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins who CJ dearly loved.
CJ was predeceased by his great -grandmother, Nina (Harris) Parker; grandmother, Arlene (Hare) Mullin, Miramichi; and grandparents, James and Jennie Barter, Sydney NS.
CJ was a Fourth Class Power Engineer Red Seal/Industrial Instrument Mechanic Red Seal. He began his career with Irving Oil (Power Plant Technician) in 2004 in Saint John, NB. In Saint John CJ met his wife and started his family. In 2015 he moved to Airdrie, Alberta becoming the Canadian Gas Storage Manager, then South Cogeneration and Storage Manager at Trans Canada (TC) Energy. CJ led with integrity and was beloved by his colleagues.
CJ enjoyed travel and the outdoors, loved his pets, physical fitness (member of South Paw Boxing Gym). He shared his passion of boxing by coaching and being a corner man. He was an avid rugby player (member & former President of Saint John Trojans Rugby Club). He loved coaching his children’s sports teams (AMHA minor hockey), and most of all having a good time with family, friends, and neighbours. He lived life to the fullest. He had a heart of gold and was always willing to do whatever it took to make the people around him feel loved and happy.
His pride and joy was his family. CJ was a devoted husband, father, and son. He will be dearly missed by his wife Christina, and his two children Charlie & Charlotte, who he truly adored.
A Celebration of Life Memorial & Funeral to be announced at a later date.
Memorial donations in honour of CJ, may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation, www.heartandstroke.ab.ca or your local SPCA.Subscribe to updates
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Messages of Condolence
So sorry for you loss our prayers are with you ~ John Knowles
To all the family we extend our sincere condolences to you all. We did not know CJ but Keith is Kelly’s cousin so we know the family. ~ Donna & Keith Muzzerall
We are very sorry for your loss! We knew CJ as a young boy and we know he will be missed greatly!! ~ Tim & Trudi Sowers
Our deepest sympathy on your families loss. ~ June & Paul Scott
Charlie and Kelly, and CJ wife and kids I am so sorry for your loss! My heart and thoughts are with you all at this time! ~ Nila Bearisto
So sorry for your loss. Prayers and strength being sent your way for your family ~ From our family to yours
Sorry for your loss, our hearts go out to you and your family. ~ Dan and Kelly King
Our deepest condolences. We have not known you long but this has hit all three of us deeply. CJ had a special way to connect with people. Stefan was very upset when he heard. Be strong, that is what CJ would want Anne, Stefan and Richard ~ Richard Kraska
My condolences to CJ’s family. I’m glad I got to know CJ in Saint John when he worked for TransCanada, he was a great guy. ~ John Mihelcic
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. ~ Ben Niven
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in these challenging times. ~ John Gubbels
Our thoughts and hearts are with you during this very difficult time. Through hockey and White Collar Boxing we had the pleasure of meeting CJ. He was always smiling, the nicest person. We are so very sorry to hear of his sudden passing. Karmon, Brooke and Rhett. ~ Karmon Johnson
Thinking of you all. So sorry for your loss. ~ Krishna Prince
Your in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. CJ was an amazing coach and will be missed. Sending hugs ~ Brad and Amber Foote
I trained alongside CJ for a couple years. He was a great guy. He would give you the extra push you needed but without crossing the line. He genuinely cared about everyone he was in contact with. RIP CJ ~ Steve Hill
Sorry for your loss, thoughts are with all the family. ~ Sheila melanson
Our deepest condolences to all of CJ‘s friends and family who will miss him so dearly. ~ Ela Reimer & Jeff remmert
My deepest condolences to CJ's wife and children. I met CJ through the Saint John Trojans Rugby Club. He was an excellent second row forward , CJ served the Trojans well as a player and member of the executive. He was a great team mate, and a real nice guy. R.I.P. ~ Peter Fox
I am very sorry for your loss. I am proud to have known and worked with CJ, he was truly an awesome person and tradesman who was proud of his family. ~ Gordon Hissett