Josiah Mark Christophel, 22, of State College, and formerly of Lititz, passed away unexpectedly on August 26, 2024. Born in Quarryville, PA, he was the son of Todd and Janet (Wagner) Christophel.

Josiah was a 2020 graduate of Warwick High School, and a 2024 graduate of Penn State University with his bachelor's in Cybersecurity Analytics and Operations. He worked as a Cyber Information Assurance Analyst for Penn State's Applied Research Laboratory – his dream job. Josiah was a talented trumpet player and played in his high school marching band, Penn State Blue Band, and even played in the Rose Bowl parade of 2023. Josiah is remembered as compassionate, humble, and empathetic.

In addition to his parents, Josiah is survived by his brother Andrew, paternal grandfather Levon Christophel, maternal grandmother Jean Wagner, and aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was predeceased by his paternal grandmother Virginia Christophel and maternal grandfather John Wagner.

A memorial service will be held on Monday, September 2, 2024, at 11 AM at Grace Church, 501 W Lincoln Ave, Lititz, PA 17543. The family will receive guests beginning at 10 AM. Flowers and cards can be sent directly to the church.