Christopher 'Gern' Sturmfels, 42 MIDDLETOWN - Christopher "Gern" Sturmfels, ascended from this plane and moved onto his next path, Thursday, February 25, 2010. He was 42. Chris was truly a unique individual, with a flair for life paralleled by few. More than anything, Chris loved his soul mate and companion of 26 years, his high-school sweetheart and wife, Kingsley and absolutely worshipped their son, Beck. Chris had a knack for collecting the uncollectible, such as hot sauces, music CD's, model tractors, and most recently, jams and jellies. He was a strong-willed man, who stood by his convictions, whether popular or not. Chris's love and generosity of spirit touched everyone he met. And his love was equally reciprocated. Chris loved nature, camping, exploring and hiking, classic cars and especially the ocean and surfing. He had a strong interest and belief in Native American spirituality. Chris found joy through his career at Connections CSP, Inc., where he was dedicated to helping individuals and families participating in the recovery process from addictions. Chris attended St. Mark's High School (Class of 1985) and upon graduating entered the University of Delaware. He finished with a bachelor degree in Anthropology with a minor in Art History, which so perfectly reflects his personality. He was an avid fan of music, Howard Stern (and a Ba Ba Booey to you all), Kung Fu movies, Tex Avery cartoons, a Monty-Python fanatic, and a disc golf aficionado. Chris is also survived by his loving parents, Donald and Lorraine; brothers, Jonathan and wife, Stephanie and Timothy and wife, Brook Knight; sister, Kara Barat and husband, Andy; mother and father-in-law, Gary and Carol Simendinger; sister-in-law, Heather Rivera and husband, Isaac; nieces, Hayden Rivera, Veronica and Samantha Barat, and Madison and Leah Sturmfels; and nephew, Nathaniel Barat. Memorial services will be 3:33 p.m. Wednesday, March 3, at St. Andrews School, O'Brien Arts Center, 350 Noxontown Road, Townsend. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions or donations can be made payable to The Beck Sturmfels Educational Trust, c/o PNC Bank, 460 West Main Street, Middletown, DE 19709. Arrangements by Daniels & Hutchison Funeral Home LLC, Middletown. On-line condolences may be sent to www.daniels-hutchison.com.
This was a good man, husband, father and a relative and he will be missed.
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I would ask that anyone who knew Gern to please make a contribution here by posting a comment.
This was a good man, husband, father and a relative and he will be missed.
Toksa Akhe, Kola....
I would ask that anyone who knew Gern to please make a contribution here by posting a comment.
