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Michael J. “Mike” Christoffel, 59

July 26, 2016

Michael J. “Mike” Christoffel, 59, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully at Lancaster General Hospital, on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Born in Lancaster, Mike was the son of the late Frank A. and Berdella M. (Knaub) Christoffel, Jr. and was the loving husband of Elizabeth “Lisa” (Faith) Christoffel, with whom he had celebrated 36 years of marriage.
Mike was a 1974 Manheim Township High School graduate and went on to Franklin & Marshall College where he graduated in 1978 with a Bachelor’s degree in Business. Mike worked as a manager in sales for Great Dane Corp. He was a member of Church of the Apostles UCC, Lancaster, for 30 years where he served on the Church Council for 2 terms. He also belonged to Elks Lodge, #134 where he served in leadership roles and was part of the Hospitality Committee.
In his earlier years, Mike enjoyed golfing, with 2 holes-in-one in his lifetime, and skiing in the Poconos with his Lancaster friends. More recently he enjoyed spending time playing pool at the Elks. Mike was especially known for his great sense of humor and his caring and generous spirit. More than anything else, Mike loved and cared for his family.
In addition to his wife, Lisa, Mike is survived by his sons: Andrew R. Christoffel, of Ft. Worth, TX and Peter J. Christoffel, of Kennett Square. He is also survived by his siblings: Joanne M. Eckenrode, wife of William, of Lancaster; Frank A. Christoffel, III, husband of Mary Rose, of Lancaster; Carol A Sabatini, of Albuquerque, NM; and Thomas K. Christoffel, husband of Steph, of Manheim. He was preceded in death by his uncle, Joseph Christoffel.
Memorial Services for Mike will be held at 10AM, Saturday, August 27, 2016, at Church of the Apostles, 1850 Marietta Ave., Lancaster, PA 17603, with the Rev. Kathryn Kuhn officiating. A time of visitation will precede the service from 9-10AM. Interment will follow in the Memorial Garden of the church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Schreiber Pediatric Rehab Center, 625 Community Way, Lancaster, PA 17603.

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August 31, 2016

Lisa, Know that Quinn, Jay, Jillian and I will have you, Andrew, and Peter in our thoughts and prayers.
Always know that you are never alone. It was a beautiful service. Our hearts are aching. Love, Carol Christoffel

August 24, 2016

Hello Christofell family I don’t have enough words to say what a great guy Mike was he made me laugh so hard so many many times. He will be greatly missed. I know in my heart that he is in a better place. God bless you all- Peter Zanowski

August 08, 2016

Lisa and family, My sincere condolences. Mike was indeed a special guy and will be missed by everyone who ever knew him. You two always looked so happy together and you both deserved every day of that happiness. Life is indeed too damn short but try to remember all the wonderful times you had. Know that there are hundreds of folks like me that don’t get to see you enough and certainly didn’t see Mike at all for the last several years but know you are in my thoughts and I am sending all the wonderful rememberences I have of you and your crazy husband!! He always made me laugh. You are loved my many. Mark Reitz

August 08, 2016

Lisa, Andrew and Peter, there are just no words. Our prayers that wonderful memories of times you shared with Mike will bring some measure of comfort. In love and support, Wendy and Kenny Phillips

August 06, 2016

Lisa and family: Sorry to learn of the death of Mike at a young age. While it has been years since I left COA, I have seen you and Mike over the years serving breakfast on the COA Saturdays at First Reformed Church. Thank you for helping in this vital ministry. Pray your faith will sustain you through this difficult time. Sincerely, Gary Sensenich

August 02, 2016

Lisa, I haven’ seen or spoken to you for years but I recognized your husband ‘s name and was so sorry to read of his passing. I didn’t actually know him but I remember you well from COA, particularly when we were in that women’s group together. I’m guessing you would remember Deb Light. She was diagnosed with Huntington’s Disease shortly after we left that church, and as you would know, she gradually declined until she could not do anything. She passed away this past January. I am so sorry that you lost your husband so young and sorry for your children, as well. I pray God provides all that you need to get through this very difficult time.
Most sincerely, Carol Young Gallimore

August 02, 2016

Dear Lisa and family,
We are so saddened that Mike has passed away. We are lucky to have his brother, Tom, and Tanya as part of our “family by marriage”. We remember you and Mike and Andrew & Peter, welcoming our son, Anthony, and us to the Christoffel family by hosting a lovely engagement party. Your warmth and love as a couple was so special! We know you will miss Mike as a husband, father, and brother very much.
With deepest sympathy,
Peter and Stella Faranda-Diedrich

Services: Saturday, August 27, 2016; 10:00 AM; ,
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