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Craig Anthony Colantoni, 47

July 16, 2015

Craig Anthony Colantoni, 47, of Lititz, PA passed away suddenly on July 16, 2015. He was the husband of Christine (Gable) Colantoni to whom he was married for 19 years.
Born in West Lafayette, Indiana on August 14, 1967 he was the son of the late Claudio Colantoni and Cynthia (Frank) Colantoni Niedergal. Craig grew up in Mt. Lebanon, PA and was a 1985 graduate of Mt. Lebanon High School and a 1991 graduate from Temple University with his bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance. He was currently employed as the Vice President of Finance & Accounting for Allegheny Electric Cooperative in Harrisburg, PA and was formerly with Cooperative Finance Corporation in VA. Craig was a loving husband, father and brother who was very generous, kind, and fun-loving with a great sense of humor. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, helping coach his son’s soccer team, and working hard at a job that he loved. Craig cherished traveling with his family and taking each of his children on special one-on-one trips. He was the treasurer for the Manheim Twp. Soccer Club and was a member of St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church in Lititz, PA and the Sigma Alpha Mu fraternity.
In addition to his wife he is survived by his children Josefina C., Eli M., and Ava G. Colantoni, all at home; two sisters Cristen, wife of Bob Kassai of Mt. Lebanon, PA and Caryn Pursley of Laramie, WY; parents-in-law Rev. James and Jayne Gable of The Villages, FL and four nieces Amanda, Emily, Paige and Claudia.
Memorial services will be held Friday, July 24, 2015 at 11AM from St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, 200 W. Orange St. Lititz, PA 17543. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the Memorial Service at the Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Manheim Twp. Soccer Club, P.O. Box 5195, Lancaster, PA 17606 or St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church.

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Condolences to the Family

July 30, 2015

Dear Family of Craig, I was briefly one of Craig’s CFC customers. He traveled to Alaska to meet with us and gamely endured the cold summer day of his visit. By gamely I mean with good spirits, optimism, and humor. It was that optimism and fun spirit that continued to shine through whenever we visited at conferences, even after he left CFC.
I extend my sincerest sympathy. Please know that Craig was thought of most fondly by me and many others in the electric cooperative family.
Carrie Buckley
Former Homer Electric Association CFO, Homer AK

July 23, 2015

Craig, I was not blessed enough to know you however I e watched my friend Christine through her eyes and excitement with you and I can tell she was so blessed to have you in her life as you were.. I know this is not goodbye this is just see you later… Christine my thoughts and prayers are with you everyday!
Craig, watch over her and protect her and your family…
Tracy Huckaby

July 23, 2015

Christine,
Our hearts go out to you and the children. The world is a better place for Craig’s having been here. May God grant you comfort and peace.

July 20, 2015

Christine,
I am so sorry to hear of your sudden and terrible loss. I haven’t seen you in many years but I remember you fondly, especially your infectious smile. Franklin Sherman was brighter when you were there. May you be held up by the love of family and friends and may God carry you in the palm of his hands.
Caring for you,
Judy Gilchrist

July 20, 2015

Not our son-in-law, but our son. Loving our daughter surely and deeply. Truly amazing father, fully involved. Steadfast and generous friend. The sun seems less bright, the grass less green, the flowers less sweet. Our hearts are shattered.

Jayne and Jim Gable

July 20, 2015

Our deepest regrets, sympathy, and blessings for peace for your family. Michael feels deeply sad for the loss of Coach Craig and wants you to know how much he valued and enjoyed his time and him as a coach. The De La Parras

July 20, 2015

Christine and family, We have only met a few times through our mutual friend Amy, but please know you are in my thoughts and prayers as you navigate through this difficult time. Jessica O’Gorman

Visitation: Friday, July 24, 2015; 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM; St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church; 200 W. Orange St.; Lancaster, PA
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Services: Friday, July 24, 2015; 11:00 AM; St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church; 200 W. Orange St.; Lancaster, PA
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