Tribute to Christopher Chatwin, 1950 - 2026

Great career Chris, The 1967 intake are all proud of what you have achieved starting at TheAustin

Rest in Peace Chris. Great to have spent time with you.

Professor Chatwin guided ans cared for his students, including me and many others, throughout his life. His glory shines, and wisdom will flow through generations. Never tired, never give up, wild and strategic. I once asked, and Professor Chatwin told me “rest&sleep can happen why someone past”. I bless in my heart that my dearest professor, mentor, and ‘academic father’ is now having a joyful sleep and rest. God bless the family.

Chris was a kind and inspiring colleague, with great integrity

Farewell neighbour. With love Nicole & Graham, Emma & Ben

A principled friend who helped and supported others in many ways.

We will miss you and Fei now you both together painting and cuddling and telling off by Fei again. Until we all join you You are in our heart and soul. You are amazing father and husband and grand father and proffeser for all of us. We all love you so much.

To my very dear friend Chris, rest in peace. I will always remember you.

Chris was a truly great human being with an extraordinary mind, remarkable fortitude, and a deep guiding sense of justice. His strength, kindness, and unwavering principles will live on as a lasting legacy in the hearts of all who knew him.

I have very fond memories of meeting Chris for the first time when I joined Sussex, and of the many engaging conversations we shared. He was passionate about engineering, research, and his students, with a wide-ranging intellect that was truly astonishing—a true Renaissance man. My deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. Rest in peace, dear Chris. You will be greatly missed by all your colleagues.

One of the good guys, very sorry to hear of his passing