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Chris Briegel Obituary

Chris H. Briegel Grand Ledge Our devoted husband and loving father was called home to our Lord on August 6, 2010. He exemplified such strength in his quiet battle with cancer. Chris was born November 30, 1959 in Marshall, MI, son to Christian H. Briegel and Maxine J. Riever. He was a manager for over 20 years at Hershey's Steak and Seafood in East Lansing; a member of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, Lansing and the Knights of Columbus #7311. Survivors include his wife of 30 years, Lori; children: Heather (Gift) Nwogu, Ashley (Anthony) Demorest, Brandon and Caleb Briegel; sister, Diane Lemaire, brother Robert Hedges, mother, Maxine (Jim) Tomlinson, and was predeceased by his father. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday, August 9, 2010 - 11:00 a.m. at the Immaculate Heart of Mary, 3815 S. Cedar St., Lansing, MI 48910, with Fr. John Byers as celebrant. Committal services will follow at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Lansing, MI. The family will receive friends at the Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge on Saturday from 6-8 P.M. and Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. with a Rosary to be prayed at 7:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions made to the Briegel Children's College Education Fund or the Sparrow Hospice will be greatly appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.petersandmurrayfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Aug. 7, 2010.

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Jim Guysky

September 1, 2010

I coached Chris's son Brandon in basketball and baseball and Brandon is the nicest, most respectful young man you could hope to meet. I know that came from good parenting and a great father figure. Good job Chris, and may you already be in heaven with God.

jon koepke

August 26, 2010

Save me a spot up there, my friend. Love you. -jon

August 10, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time of sorrow.
Jim, Debbie, Josh, Alison Guysky Holt MI

Lisa Kalchik

August 9, 2010

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Chris was a good man that loved his family very much. Please know your family will be in our prayers

The Gauthier Family

August 7, 2010

Chris was good man. We have many fond memories of him over the years that we will always cherish. May all that encompassed his spirit be a comfort to his family in the days and months ahead as they begin life without him. Prayers and love to all the Briegel's during this difficult time of loss. May God's great mantle of peace wrap around your hearts and ease your grief.

Tamera Wallen

August 7, 2010

Rest in peace Chris.
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Beverly McKelvey

August 7, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you at the loss of your loved one

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