Christopher J Krempel, 64, of Medina, passed away on January 29, 2022. He was born on March 21, 1957, in Mount Vernon, Ohio to James and Roberta (nee Lybarger) Krempel.
Christopher was a proud alumnus of Brunswick High School, class of 1975. Chris worked as an electrical engineer. He was a member of VFW Auxiliary Post 387, MOC Auxiliary OH054, and the Holy Name Society. Chris was also a member of the St. Vincent DePaul Society, where he served as the West District President for several years. He was a long time parishioner at St. Vincent DePaul Church in Cleveland, from 1983 to 2000. Most recently, Chris was a parishioner at Our Lady Help of Christians in Litchfield, Ohio. Over the years, he enjoyed bowling, camping, canoeing, and the occasional whitewater adventure. He loved to serve as the navigator for many adventures with family and friends. After migrating to Medina, Ohio in 2000, Chris enjoyed the country life, mowing the lawn, planting trees, and playing with his 5 dogs and cat. Chris also enjoyed camaraderie at both Rubin's Deli in Cleveland, and The Hungry Bear Restaurant in Litchfield.
He will be missed by his loving wife of 39 years, Christine Krempel (nee Podojil), Roberta Krempel (Mother) Robert Krempel (Brother), Hazel Krempel (Sister-in-law), many neices and nephews including: Kailey Sherrick (Krempel), Emory Sherrick, Monica Smith, Jaden Yurick, Gunner DeJulius, Brandon Smith, and Godchildren: Seth Buser, Phillip Buser, Avalon Buser, Hunter Buser, and Robert Dina.
Christopher was preceded in death by his father James Krempel.
Friends may join the family for visitation for Christopher on Monday February 7, 2022 from 6pm until 8pm at Carlson Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, 3477 Medina Rd, (Corner of Rte 18 & River Styx Rd.) Medina, Ohio, 44256. Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, February 8, 2022 11am, at Our Lady of Help of Christians Parish 9608 Norwalk Rd, Litchfield, OH 44253. PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH. Interment will follow at Spring Grove Cemetery 785 E Washington St, Medina, OH 44256. Facial coverings are requested. Please follow social distancing guidelines.
Donations will be graciously accepted by St Jude's Children's Research Hospital
www.stjude.org
or Pay It Forward For Pets 751 Delaware Ave, Akron, Ohio 44303
www.PayItForwardForPets.org
in memory of Christopher.