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Christopher Little Obituary
FAYETTEVILLE
Rev. Christopher T. Little, IV, age 51, of Fayetteville, PA, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday evening, April 19, 2016. Born December 2, 1964 in Williamsport, PA, he was the son of Marian Epler Little Stuempfle and the late C. Thomas Little, III. Chris was a 1983 graduate of the Loyalsock Township High School and went on to receive a degree in electrical engineering in 1997 from Geneva College, Beaver Falls, PA. After graduating he was employed at the Naval Service Warfare Center in Silver Spring, MD. The family moved to Chambersburg in 1992 and he was employed at Letterkenny Army Depot in Chambersburg and at Fort Ritchie in Maryland. He was called to the ministry and began serving as Associate Pastor at Mt. Pleasant United Brethren Church in 1996. Chris graduated from Evangelical Theological Seminary in 2000 and has been serving as Senior Pastor at Mt. Pleasant since 2001. Since 2011 he and his wife have operated The Sweet Shop in Eagle's Mere, PA, where Chris worked growing up. He enjoyed coaching his children in soccer, baseball, softball, and basketball throughout the elementary school years.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Keri Keefe Little, whom he married August 13, 1988; three children, Samantha Little of Lewisburg, Christopher Little, V (Elizabeth McPeek) of Chambersburg, and Tabitha Baer (Justin) of Clarion; two sisters, Susan Lantz (John) of Lewisburg and Joann Mason (Michael) of Wadsworth, OH; two nieces; six nephews; and the family dogs, Charlie and Sadie.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, April 24, 2016 at Mt. Pleasant United Brethren Church, 2509 Black Gap Road, Chambersburg, PA. Rev. Dr. John K. Smith and Rev. Dennis A. Sites will officiate. The family will receive friends from 2:00 – 7:00 PM Saturday, April 23, 2016 and one hour prior to the service on Sunday at the church. A graveside service will be at Noon on Monday, April 25, 2016 at Eagles Mere Cemetery. The family will receive friends immediately following the interment at The Eagles Mere Inn on Mary Avenue in Eagles Mere, PA.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mt. Pleasant Church Missions, 2509 Black Gap Road, Chambersburg, PA 17201; Eagles Mere Historical Village for The Sweet Shop, PO Box 362, Eagles Mere, PA 17731; or to Eagles Mere Community Church, PO Box 305, Eagles Mere, PA 17731.
Arrangements are entrusted to Thomas L. Geisel Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Chambersburg, PA.
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Diana Nadanyu
April 15, 2025
I remember Chris riding past my cottage on Laporte Avenue in Eagles Mere PA. So sorry for your loss Keri and family.
Diana Nadanyi
May 7, 2016
Dear Keri my deepest sympathy for you and your family. I am shocked and very saddened to learn of Chris's passing. God bless.
April 24, 2016
Keri and family,
There are no words that can express my sorrow for your family. Just feel Gods arms for he WILL carry you.
Betty (Miller) Yezek
Doug Mayer
April 24, 2016
So sorry to hear of the passing of Chris. I knew him from school. We were in the band together. Story has it that his Mother was being taken out of the delivery room as my Mother was being taken in. I have not seen him since high school but I feel forever linked to him by our birthdays. Stay strong and God bless you all.
Dan & Lois Sikes
April 23, 2016
Our prayers go out to the Little family, we met Rev. Little one time as he performed our son and his wife to be wedding. We liked him the very minute we all spoke, we will be praying for the family, friends and his church family. We know he is in a better place and will be missed by all here on earth but will be reunited together in the future.
April 22, 2016
Dear Littles,
We love you and hope you let others comfort you. Chris is with Jesus and others who were introduced to the Lord by him. It is brutal for you and beautiful for him.
Raw sympathy,
The Paxtons
Beth and Eric and Will
Bill and Leslie Druschel
April 22, 2016
God's light always shone through your eyes while on Earth. Now you add to His glory shining down on us from heaven.
Vicki McKeown
April 22, 2016
We've been remembering visits in Florida, and going out to dinner together. Our hearts ache for Keri and the children. But Chris's legacy lives on in their lives and ministries!!! He fought the good fight and ran his race well. He was a man of honor and integrity; genuinely loved by so many. Keri, we are confident that God will somehow supply your every need. We love you.
David Wenerd
April 21, 2016
Our world is now a different place. God bless Pastor Little and his family.
Tom and Margretta Heidorn
April 21, 2016
Several years ago when we moved back to the area we were looking for a church. As we drove by My Pleasant one day we were impressed by the number of cars in the lot and decided to attend a service. What a joy! The minute we walked in we knew this is where we needed to be. That day after church we continually talked about Pastor Chris and what an inspiring and uplifting person he was. We are heartbroken with this news and our sincere condolences to his family .
Joey Foster
April 21, 2016
I'm still in shock, coming back to Williamsport from Germany, my family called Wesley Church home for many years, I'll never forget the most friendliest family...the Littles. I know that Chris is up there smiling and his dad is greeting him with open arms, God definitely gained an awesome person up in heaven
Sierra Dallas
April 21, 2016
I will miss you greatly.You were such a good and funny pastor.I miss you
April 21, 2016
My deepest sympathy to all of you.
Nancy Premoshis
Fred & Lydia Holcomb
April 21, 2016
Keri, and family, it isn't possible to fully explain how special Pastor Chris was to us, how much we respected and appreciated him as our pastor and our encourager. God used him so specifically and instrumentally in our lives, and he will forever be a part of our family's journey and testimony. It truly was a gift to know him, and we're hopeful at the thought of the day when we'll celebrate our Savior together with him in Heaven.
You are constantly in our thoughts and prayers and we will continue to lift you up to our Heavenly Father. Praying He supplies all your needs, calms your fears, guards your hearts and covers you with His peace and strength.
Paul and Linda Clapsaddle
April 21, 2016
Our prayers are for you and your family. We so enjoyed coming to Mt. Pleasant to visit with our son Ron and family and to get to know his church family. Pastor Chris was a wonderful person. So very sorry
Paul and Linda Clapsaddle
Kay Wilson
April 21, 2016
Kerry,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sadness. May the good Lord walk beside you and your,
Raymond & Kay (Booth) Wilson
Stephanie Cook
April 21, 2016
My prayer are with all the family
Adam Morehart
April 21, 2016
I've had the pleasure of knowing Chris and the Little family my whole life. At one time our families were inseparable and spent a lot of time together at each other's houses, at Wesley UMC in Williamsport, PA, Lay Witness Missions, Creation events, bible studies and the list goes on and on. Although times change and families grow apart, my feelings for Chris as a friend and the Littles as a family has never changed. I love them all and I'm so very sad and sorry for their loss. I was happy to have reconnected with Chris on social media over the past few years. He tended his flock well and I'm sorry for the church's loss too. Keri, I can't imagine how hard these past few days have been for you and the kids. I will pray for you all to find peace, understanding and acceptance with God's plan for Chris. Rest easy with Jesus my friend...you will be missed.
April 21, 2016
Kerri and family, it warms my heart to know that Chris was a man of faith and conviction. We can be assured that he is in the arms of our Savior and will live happily ever after in His kingdom. My heart hurts for you and your family as he will be so missed. Feel the outpouring of love from the community around you as we hope to help you through these difficult days.
Love and prayers - Laura Besecker.
Paul Basehore
April 21, 2016
So sorry Susan. You have our deepest sympathy!!!! ! Prayers for you and the family.
David Triplett
April 21, 2016
We were so blessed by Pastor Chris and now Paradise is blessed as well with another faithful servant of God. Oh the joy when we worship God together again!
The Sweet Shop
Kristin Montgomery
April 21, 2016
I had not known Chris that long, but in that short time I could tell he was a great man. I cannot imagine the hurt you and your family have been enduring. It's never an easy thing to accept; my heart is heavy as I think about what you must be going through so unexpectedly.
Kristin
The Sweet Shop
Kristin Montgomery
April 21, 2016
I had not known Chris that long, but in that short time I could tell he was a great man. I cannot imagine the hurt you and your family have been enduring. It's never an easy thing to accept; my heart is heavy as I think about what you must be going through so unexpectedly.
Kristin
Sandy Coleman Bair
April 21, 2016
So very sorry to hear about Chris. So many fond memories of growing up in the same church! Prayers being sent for the family!
Neil Davies
April 21, 2016
My sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Pastor Chris; he was a wonderful man and pastor and will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
Barbara Horn
April 21, 2016
God bless. My condolences to the family.
Barbara Berndt Horn
LTHS Class of 1968
Nancy & Rick Liebert
April 20, 2016
To Keri and all the wonderful Little family - Rick and I send all our love and prayers to you all. There are no words right now that can ease your pain, but I know your many friends and your faith will somehow get you through this difficult time . We and the rest of your EM are here for you, no matter what. Whatever you need. . .
Rev. Gary & Carol Boston
April 20, 2016
Keri, Chris V, and family,
I am so shocked to here of Pastor Chris passing as I know you are even more than us. I am so grateful to the Lord for his support of me in obtaining both my National and Elder minister license as well as he and Denny laying hands on me at my ordination.
Carol and I send our love, prayers, and deepest sympathy. I plan to attend the Sunday PM service for Chris.
Your brother and sister in Christ,
Rev. Gary and Carol Boston
Thom Kriner
April 20, 2016
A story often shared by Chris' father and one we all enjoyed hearing.
In the 1960s, the Kingston Trio released a song called Desert Pete. The ballad tells of a thirsty cowboy who is crossing the desert and finds a hand pump. Next to it, Desert Pete has left a note urging the reader not to drink from the jar hidden there but to use its contents to prime the pump.
The cowboy resists the temptation to drink and uses the water as the note instructs. In reward for his obedience, he receives an abundance of cold, satisfying water. Had he not acted in faith, he would have had only a jar of unsatisfying, warm water to drink.
May Chris' legacy live on through the many lives that he's touched.
Cathy Houser
April 20, 2016
When Pastor Chris opened his eyes and saw Jesus looking into his face, I am sure he heard "Well done thou good and faithful servant". Pastor Chris was the best of the best.
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