Craig J. "CJ" Pugliese, 24, of Lancaster, passed away unexpectedly in York, PA on Tuesday, August 27, 2013.

Born in Syosset, NY, CJ was the son of John M. and Helen Augeri Pugliese. A 2007 graduate of Manheim Twp. High School, he was studying graphic design at the Art Institute of York. He also had been working part-time at Michaels in York in the framing dept.

CJ loved to draw, enjoyed different kinds of music, and tattooing. He was known for his sense of humor and enjoyed being with his many friends and family. He was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church.

In addition to his parents, CJ is survived by his sister, Amanda L. of Lancaster, his paternal grandmother Rosa Pugliese Mastromatteo, married to Michael Mastromatteo of Lancaster and his maternal grandmother Helen Augeri of Lancaster. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather Leonard Pugliese and his maternal grandfather Joseph J. Augeri. He will be missed by his loving aunts uncles and cousins.

Friends will be received on Monday, Sept. 2, 2013 from 6-9PM at the Charles F. Snyder Jr Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA. Friends may call again at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, 554 W. Walnut St., Lancaster, PA 17603 on Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2013 from 10-11AM, with the Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 11AM, the Rev. Michael Messner as Celebrant. Interment in St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please make contributions in CJ's memory to Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church at the above address, or to Mental Health America of Lancaster County/DES Suicide Awareness, In Memory of CJP, 630 Janet Ave., Lancaster, PA 17601 or CONTACT Lancaster Helpline In Memory Of CJP, 601 S. Queen St., Lancaster, PA 17603.