Robert G. Christner
Robert G. Christner, 80 of Hopewell Twp., passed away on Thursday, February 24, 2022 in Heritage Valley Beaver. He was born on February 15, 1942 the son of the late Urie “Bud” & Margaret Fern Christner. He was a Journeyman Electrician with the IBEW 712 being with the union for more than 60 years. Golfing was his main hobby, but he enjoyed traveling with his wife to all 50 states. He was a very social person, he loved spending time with his family and friends. He was a member of the Coraopolis Masonic Lodge, as well as a member of the Blue Lodge, and Syria Shrine.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother: James Christner.
He is survived by his beloved wife Beverly Christner; two daughters: Cynthia J. Christner and Leslie A. & Michael Timchak; 10 grandchildren: Jessica (Kelvin) Torres; Michelle (Andy) Herbstritt, Robyn Montanaro, Ian Timchak, Aidan Timchak, Timothy Shrubb, Gabriel Timchak, Zachary Timchak, Lauren Brown, and Stephen Montanaro; 6 great grandchildren: Kelvin Jr., Kayden, Kruz, Lilyanna, Landen, Lyla; 2 brothers and sister-in-law: Richard (Trudy) Waltonbaugh, William (Kim) Waltonbaugh; and Audrey Thorn; and many special nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project or his children and grandchildren request scratch off tickets be sent to his wife, in his honor.
12 thoughts on “Robert G. Christner”
I knew Bob through my father, who greatly admired and respected him. I also got to know him during the short time he lived in the Harrisburg area. He was a friendly and good-hearted guy. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Bob was more than just a “cousin-in-law”, he was a great friend……..kind, lovable, funny with jokes and a quick wit. He always greeted you with a welcoming smile. Though we haven’t seen him for quite a while, we will never forget the good times we had with him.
Rest in peace Bob.
Love, Bob and Judy Babilon.
Peace and love be with you,
Bev
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I knew Bob through my father. They were both members of 712. Besides Ed Tocci. Bob was my dad other best friend
Bob was funny honest gentleman always. He married my cousin Beverly and they made a very special active life together. They traveled just about everywhere with their RV.
He was a devout card player with the family and a joy to be around. He was absolutely full of life and loved his entire family and being around them. Rest with God as you socialize with those that preceeded you to Heaven.
God love you Bev and may he keep you and your family well.
Marie and I send our deepest condolences. We love you and the family.
Darling Bob… you and Bev and Joe and I traveled hither & Yon over the United States and Canada seeing all kinds of wonderful amazing things..every day playing cards, cards, cards! I will miss your smiling face forever. I’m so glad we got our two weeks at Thanksgiving this year …it’s amazing how many people you touched just in your short time here… I will never forget you…Don’t worry about Bev.. between your children, grandchildren, friends and family she will never be alone. I’ll try to get her down here with me next year… Although we won’t have any cards to play with because I threw them all out I never wanna play with them again… Too many memories…
I graduated with Bob and Bev. Always thought he was such a nice fellow. Sorry to say I haven’t seen him in years, but would see his posts on FB.
Rest in peace dear friend.
Dear Bev we were so saddened to hear of Bob‘s passing. You guys were our first friends In our traveling adventures. We never forgot you guys. Bob was such a sweet gentle witty man.
Rich and Cindy Capelle
How can you write something without crying. I’m so glad Bob stopped here before he got sick. He stopped for his “coffee” and I even had cherry pie that day. We all lost someone that we loved so much. He was always so full of life and always so darn funny! His silly sense of humor will be missed the most. The void will never be filled. We have to hang on to all the wonderful memories we have of him over the many years we knew him. Love to Bev, the girls and all the grandkids.
A friend from olden day and Facebook. Always keep in touch. Very awesome person. Will be missed. Always with a smile on his face.
We are so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. We met at Lakewood Resorts and had an immediate friendship. His sense of humor and quick smile will certainly be missed. We pray that God surrounds Bev and his family with His living arms during this difficult time.
Going to miss bob and our chats outside on the rd,rip bob
So sad see Classmen gone ,graduated with Bob , prayers to the family memories are for ever .