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Christopher Stofko Obituary
Christopher J. Stofko, 37, of Alsace
Township, passed away on Tuesday, August 21, 2018, in Muhlenberg Township.
Born in West Reading, he was the son of George A. and Frances (Yaklich) Stofko.
A 1999 graduate of Oley Valley High School, Chris was a graduate of Millersville University, where he earned his Bachelor's and Master's degree in Psychology.
He was a school psychologist for the Blue Mountain School District, having worked previously in the same
capacity in the Oley Valley School District.
Chris is survived by his brother, Greg Stofko, husband of Nicole Allen, Washington, D.C., and their children, Maya and Fiona Stofko.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, August 25, 2018, at 11:00 a.m. in Holy Guardian Angels
Roman Catholic Church, 3121 Kutztown Road, Reading. Friends may call at the Church one hour prior to the Mass. Interment will follow at Gethsemane Mausoleum.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Chris' honor may be made to the Oley Valley Community Education Foundation at www.oleyvalleycef.com, or the Oley Valley Youth League, www.ovyl.org. Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home Inc., West Reading, Pa., is in charge of arrangements. Online
condolences may be recorded at www.kuhnfuneralhomes.com.
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for Christopher Stofko
August 29, 2018
We were very sorry to hear of your loss of Chris. We remember all those many years ago watching our boys playing sports at the OVYL. Chris always had a smile and hello. Your family is in our prayers. Memories make our loved ones live on forever in our hearts.
Chris and Beth (Britton) Beasley
August 28, 2018
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Stofko and Greg,
Our hearts go out to your family. May your memories of Chris bring you comfort and peace. We will be holding you in our thoughts.
Gary Gowans
August 28, 2018
George:
I am so sorry to hear about your son.
The loss of a child is devastating.
Our condolences to you and your family.
Faith and time will help to heal the wound. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jennie and Gary Gowans
Dustin Daniels
August 28, 2018
To the Stofko family,
Amongst my fondest memories of childhood was all the time spent at your house with Greg and Chris. I remember Chris full of energy, creativity, laughter and light.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
With deepest sympathy,
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Terry and Cassie Speck
August 28, 2018
Our deepest condolences for your sudden and tremendous loss. Holding you close to our hearts. Holding Chris in cherished memories, forever.
Tina Rothermel
August 28, 2018
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Stofko,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family! I was shocked to hear this yesterday. My deepest condolences to you all! Mr. Stofko, not sure if you'll remember me. I was your teacher's assistant in 1986!
I'm so sorry!
Tina (Noll) Rothermel
Brendan Magee
August 27, 2018
I'm so sorry to hear about this and will remember Chris as someone that was kind to me, made me feel welcome, and someone that I laughed a lot with. I hope that you all can find some peace in this hard time.
Cathy Hassman
August 27, 2018
May the Lord give you comfort as you grieve this tragic loss. Prayers for peace in all the family and all the friends that loved and knew Chris. He was a part of our BMEE staff and will be missed.
Mitch Phipps
August 26, 2018
This news is really tough to digest. He was my friend.
Someone earlier said they are a better person to have known Chris and I think that sums it up very well. I knew him through one of my best HS friends that went to Millersville. I related to him, respected him and looked up to him a lot. RIP Chris.
August 25, 2018
Deepest condolances on this shocking loss. May God help you through this difficult journey.
Tom,Joyce and Kristin Albert
joyce albert
August 25, 2018
Deepest condolances on this shocking loss. May God help you through this difficult journey.
Tom,Joyce and Kristin Albert
Linda Hess
August 25, 2018
Our sincere condolences to Chris Stofko's family and friends, may your grief journey be filled will fond memories to carry you through. Our family has very fond memories of this young man coming to our house to play basketball with our boys. Jeff and Chris have remained very close and my heart breaks for the friendship that came to an unexpected end.
Unfortunately we know all to well about this kind of tragic ending. May you find comfort in your many sweet memories and hold onto them for they will get you through the journey that awaits you.
Stan and Linda Hess
Alice and LeRoy Kutz
August 24, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time! Words cannot expression my heart felt sympathies! God bless you all!
August 24, 2018
The BMEE family will miss Chris deeply. He was a kind and caring guy, and always had a smile for you. May God bring peace and understanding to your family as you mourn and celebrate his life.
Mike and Debbie Sola
August 24, 2018
Our hearts and prayers are being sent to you during this most difficult time. We know (all too well) the grief and roller coaster of emotions you must be feeling. We remember Chris from years ago(seems like yesterday), especially during sporting events. He is at peace now.
Sondra Jones
August 24, 2018
RIP Chris. You will be missed by many.
August 24, 2018
The BMEE family will miss Chris deeply. He was a kind and caring guy, and always had a smile for you. May God bring peace and understanding to your family as you mourn and celebrate his life.
Ron Steffe
August 24, 2018
To Coach Stofko, Fran, and Greg,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I got to know Chris throughout the years and he was a great guy. I will always remember him fondly, from the days when he was a toddler dribbling a basketball around at practice to the nice young man I got to know later in life. May he rest in peace.
August 24, 2018
May God grace your family in your time of loss. Our hearts are with you. You are commended for raising such a beautiful son. Hoping that your grief moves through you gently and that God will wipe away your family's tears. Larry, Marge,and the Wildermuth family.
Ali Fry
August 24, 2018
My sincerest, heartfelt condolences to you all. Chris was one of my most treasured friends with whom I thoroughly enjoyed spending time. I admired his professional knowledge but even more, his personality. He brought so much to the many families, students, friends and colleagues with whom he worked and socialized. I will remember his humor, his intellect and his kindness. I am a better person for having known him. I am so very sorry for this shocking loss; I pray and trust that Chris has found peace. He will be missed and very fondly remembered.
Ray & Sallie Gruszka
August 24, 2018
Dear Fran and George,
Our family will always remember the little guy on our block who tried hard to keep up with the older kids, brother Greg and our sons Marty and Ted. Of course Chris grew up and taught Ray that now Chis was the master of the game of ping pong. About two years ago, we saw Chris playing golf at Flying Hills and we had a nice chat with him. We are sending our love to you from all across the country, as you travel on this most difficult journey.
Mary, Ft. Worth TX
Ted, Sarah and girls, Cardiff CA
Marty, Jen and boys, West Chester PA
Ray and Sallie Gruszka, Reading PA
August 24, 2018
May the peace of the Lord be with you now, and the fond memories you have hold you in love...our thoughts and prayers are with you all. The Mell Family
August 24, 2018
George, Fran and Greg,
With a very heavy, broken heart I extend my deepest sympathy to you. Chris was such a fun loving guy who made me laugh quite often while at OVES. I will always remember that laugh. We also shared stories about Famie and Irene! Most of all, Chris was such a kind and caring person, giving his heart and soul to the students and faculty here at Oley. I am still in shock! We may never understand the why's and what ifs in this lifetime, but I am certain the Lord is welcoming Chris home to His kingdom. Chris is at peace right now.
I will be praying for the
Lord's comfort and strength for all of you!
Michelle Goodhart . (Harak)
August 24, 2018
Our sincerest condolences go out to your family during this very sad time. We pray that you may somehow over time be able to heal your heart.
God bless you, Lorraine & Raymond Wentzel
Diane Hoyer
August 24, 2018
Rest in eternal peace, Chris
August 24, 2018
My heart aches for you. I am so very sorry for your loss. Frau Weidman
Stacy Snyder
August 23, 2018
Mr. Stofko your were my favorite teacher in high school in the 80's. I had the privilege of meeting your son Chris in Oley school for a meeting...as he had evaluated my daughter, and got to briefly talk to him one on one.. he was a kind man and very understanding with what my daughter was going through. Mr. and Mrs. Stofko I'm so sorry for your loss. I pray for you and your family to have strength during this difficult time.
Ali Fry
August 23, 2018
My sincerest heartfelt condolences. Chris was a dear friend to first me and then also my husband;
we greatly enjoyed our periodic outings with Chris. As an Oley colleague, I admired Chris' professional skills which were surpassed only by his personality. Chris' sense of humor, intelligence and kindness never faltered. I will miss him greatly but am grateful for having known him. May our fabulous memories of Chris shine a light on these dark days for us; I pray and trust that Chris has found peace. God bless you for sharing your charming son with us. Rest In Peace my very special friend.
John Schweigert
August 23, 2018
In total shock when I read this,I'm sure he's looking down with a grin . May he Rest In Peace , the world lost a good person.
Angela Hitchens (Freeman)
August 23, 2018
Mr.,and Mrs. Stofko,
Please accept my deepest condolences.
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Chad Walters
August 23, 2018
The Stofko Family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during this time of sorrow. Chris was an unbelievable person that positively impacted many people in his life. Your family, friends, and faith will come together to provide strength. His memory will not be forgotten but celebrated.
Dale Hafer
August 23, 2018
Chris will always be loved and remembered by the Oley community. Our prayers go out to all the Stofko family.
Cindy Noll-Calcagno
August 23, 2018
So sorry for your loss. No parent should have to bury a child. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Ken Bagenstose
August 23, 2018
Fran, George, and Greg, words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. I have fond memories of working with Chris in the middle school. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers.
Tracy Angstadt
August 23, 2018
Dear Mr. And Mrs. Stofko and Greg,
Words can't express the heartache that I feel for all of you. Chris could light up a room and basketball court, and had a natural ability to make you laugh. I am blessed to have known him. May you find comfort and peace in sharing memories. You are surrounded by love and prayers. May he Rest In Peace.
With deepest sympathy and condolences
Michelle Leinbach
August 23, 2018
Stofko family
I am thinking of and praying for all during this time ofgrief and sadness. I am so very sorry.
Kimberly Lydon
August 23, 2018
To George, Fran, Greg and family, Words alone cannot express how sorry we are for the tragic loss of Chris. I know this is an incredibly tough time for you all and sometimes words seem empty but Robert and I just wanted to let you know we are thinking of you. Robert and Kim Lydon
Lacey Kerchner
August 23, 2018
To the Stofkos,
I am so very sorry for your loss and the immense grief you must be experiencing. Chris was really a special guy. The last time I saw him was at a wedding and I remember laughing so hard that night my cheeks hurt. I hope your family finds peace and healing during this impossibly tough time. You are all in my thoughts.
Denise Hartman
August 23, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Donald L. Hartman Jr. , Denise Hartman ,Alissa Hartman, Rachel Hartman, Seth Hartman and Lee Hartman
Alyson Daniels
August 23, 2018
Mr, Mrs, and Greg Stofko,
Every memory of Chris makes me smile. Whether he was making jokes sitting behind me in grade school, or up to antics at the stadium as we worked at the Reading Phillies, or dominating in sports, he was a genuinely good, funny guy, just like his father and brother. I know how broken your hearts are and I hope that the love surrounding you and many fond memories Chris somehow get you through the insurmountable grief.
With sympathy,
August 23, 2018
We are so very sorry for your loss. May your special memories of Chris bring you comfort. We have fond memories of Chris playing sports with Ben. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Warmly,
Lorraine, Bob and Ben Nicol
Janelle Schmehl
August 23, 2018
So sorry for your loss may he now RIP sending prayers from my family to yours
Jennifer Gilbert Goss
August 23, 2018
My thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Chris was a character during our time in school together and there are many memories that we each have that bring a smile. You are in our prayers.
Kristen Rentschler Brennan
August 23, 2018
Stofko Family, So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time.
John & Kristen Brennan
Russell & Marcie Purinton
August 23, 2018
Our prayers & deepest sympathies to Chris' family. Chris was very much respected and admired by his colleagues, both past & present. Each of us has a different journey in life and while Chris' journey here on Earth has sadly ended, we pray that he is at peace in the next phase of his journey.
Beth Weymer
August 23, 2018
Deepest condolences from the Weymer family!
Shocked and sorry for your loss. Brad &Chris were college rommates @MU. Our entire family knew Chris &friends. Beth, Rick, Brad, Hilary Thompson & Bethany Colon.
class of 93
August 23, 2018
I did not know him , but his father was one of my beloved teachers. I cannot imagine the pain. I am heartbroken for his familt.Oley is a beautiful community we feel for your family .
Natalie Stebbins
August 23, 2018
My condolences to the family. I didn't go to school with Chris, but I grew up the same street he lived on.
Jason & Jen Readinger & family
August 23, 2018
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with your family in this time of sorrow.
August 23, 2018
Fran, George and Gregg, I am so so sorry for your loss. Lauren Eric and I give our deepest sympathies. Diane Szelenyi Wimmer
Gena Hetrick
August 23, 2018
My deepest love and sympathies go out to the entire family as well as all those touched by the occasion. May God help you find the strength and comfort amongest this storm.
David Littlejohn
August 23, 2018
Greg, I am very sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you and your family in this time of need. Best David
Dylan Smith
August 23, 2018
My condolences
Sam Julian
August 23, 2018
My thoughts and prayers go out to Chris's family and friends at this very difficult time. I enjoyed working with Chris at Blue Mountain and will miss his helpful attitude and passion for helping the students and others.
Eve Eichert
August 23, 2018
The Eichert family is deeply saddened by the news of Chris's passing. Although, we will not be able to attend his service on Saturday, know that the entire Stofko family is in our prayers during this time of grief. Our family enjoyed watching Chris grow up and prosper in sports and academics. May God wrap His loving arms are you all and comfort you.
Gary and Linda Reinert
August 23, 2018
To the Stofko family:
Our hearts are reaching out to you
for what you're going through.
It is so very hard losing a child.
Your loving memories will help take away
the tears and make you smile again.
Our prayers are with you. God Bless.
Gary and Linda Reinert
Christina Marco-Fies
August 23, 2018
Chris was a wonderful and caring school psychologist. I always enjoyed attending professional development activities with him. We had some great conversations over the years. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts are with his family.
Stacy R. Weidner
August 23, 2018
Dear George, Fran and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. May he Rest In Peace and May you find comfort in the Love and Prayers of all those whose lives your family has touched over the years. Keeping you all in my prayers...
Michael & Jennifer Kauffman
August 23, 2018
Mr and Mrs Stofko, I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. The Kauffman family sends its deepest condolences to your entire family in this time of need.
Zach Focht
August 23, 2018
Prayers to the Stofko family. Chris was a good human being and will be missed. May he rest in peace.
August 23, 2018
Fran and George,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our family has made a donation to the Oley Valley Education Fund. It is in honor of Chris' work as a guidance counselor. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Love,
Barb and Denny Bugar
Frances Cantrelle
Robert and Joseph Kassab
Kelly Pfleger
August 23, 2018
Dear Mr. Stofko and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Chris was such a great caring person. I will miss his warm smile. I had the opportunity to reconnect with him briefly a few months ago and I am very grateful for that encounter. May he rest in peace.
Barry & Christy Schaeffer
August 23, 2018
To the Stofko family,
Very sorry to learn of the loss of your son. May your loving memories comfort you.
Carl & Stephanie Hoffman
August 23, 2018
George and Family,
Your are in our thoughts and prayers. May Christopher's memories be Eternal.
August 23, 2018
FRANNY AND GEORGE,
Know that prayers are coming your way, for strength and peace, and what ever you may need.
With lots of love,
Nancy James Class of 68
Christie Thornhill (Gauker)
August 23, 2018
To the Stofko family,
My deepest condolences to you all.
Jerry & Cindy Catagnus
August 23, 2018
So sorry for your loss, George and Frances. You are in out thoughts and prayers. May the God of comfort keep your hearts and minds in his loving care at this time and in the days to come.
Pamela Stauffer
August 23, 2018
Dear Fran and family, I am so sorry for your loss. May your son, Christopher Rest in Peace.
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