TED CHRIST Obituary
Age 79, of Brighton Heights, on Friday, February 15, 2013. Born in Pittsburgh, PA on December 24, 1933, son of the late Frank and Hilda Virginia (Barbin) Christ. Beloved husband for 60 years of Joanne (Seitz) Christ; loving father of Sandra Christ and Dale (Kristen) Christ; proud grandfather of Michelle and Alea Christ; brother of Wayne Christ and the late Sharon Whiteford. He also leaves behind his beloved cat, Junior, "the little guy". Family will welcome friends on Sunday and Monday, 2-4, 6-8 p.m. at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 388 Center Avenue in West View 15229. Mass of Christian Burial in Risen Lord Parish on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. Interment in North Side Catholic Cemetery. Ted was co-owner of Christ Printing for 38 years. The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff at Manor Care-North Hills. In lieu of flowers, family suggests donations to the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205. Please pay tribute at:
www.schellhaasfh.com
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5 Entries
Jim Pfennigwerth
February 19, 2013
Joanne,Dale,Sandy,
I am sorry to hear of Ted's passing. I have many fond memories of us working at the print shop. I will be keeping Ted and family in my prayers.
February 18, 2013
Sandy,
You and your family have my deepest sympathy in the loss of your Father. I hope you can find comfort in knowing he has found peace.
Diana Kerr
Helen Schoss
February 18, 2013
Joanne and Dale
I am so sorry to hear of Ted's passing, he was a great person and a great friend to me and Pressley for many years. He will be missed!
Annie O'Toole
February 16, 2013
Dear Sandy,
I was so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. May he rest in peace and may the perpetual light shine upon him.
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Rodger Jackson
February 16, 2013
My deepest sympathy to Ted's Family
I knew Ted when he had his shop
It was an honor to have known him
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