Christopher Sornberger

Christopher Sornberger age 64, of Bedford, OH, formerly of Fairview, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, July 5, 2020 at his residence.

He was born in Erie on June 20, 1956 a son of Lyman G. Sornberger and the late Constance “Connie” Graves Sornberger.

Chris graduated from James Ford Rhodes High School in 1974; and was a manager mechanic for Burns Industrial Equipment where he was fork lift certified.

He was an avid NASCAR and drag racing fan and loved small wild animals.

In addition to his mother he is preceded in death by his brothers, Marc Sornberger in infancy, Michael Sornberger and Mario Caruso; and step father Phillip Caruso.

Chris is survived by his father Lyman G. Sornberger and his wife Carole of Fairview, two brothers, Lyman G. Sornberger and his partner Curt Snodgrass of Cleveland, OH; Ty Sornberger and his wife Jacquie of Fairview; a sister, Robin Otis and her husband Robert of Lake City; and many nieces and nephews.  He is further survived by a close uncle, George Graves of Arizona, as well as other aunts and uncles.

Friends may call at the Burton Funeral Home, 525 Main St. Girard on Friday from 11 am until the time of the service at 1 pm.

Memorials may be made to Orphan Angels, 5439 W Lake Rd, Erie, PA 16505 or ANNA Shelter, 1555 E. 10th St, Erie, PA 16511.

Send condolences at www.Burtonfuneralhomes.com