Jeffrey Chris

Jeffrey C. Chris, age 56, of Abbotsford, passed away surrounded by his family on Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at his home under the tender care of Heartland Hospice.

A visitation will be held from 4 until 8 p.m. on Friday, May 27, 2022, at the Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Abbotsford. A private Mass of Christian burial will be held for the family at St. Mary Help of Christian Parish in Colby. Father Joseph Redfern will preside. Interment will take place at the Abbotsford Public Cemetery.

Jeff was born on April 29, 1966, the son of Clarence and Rosemary (Apfelbeck) Chris in Marshfield. He graduated from Abbotsford High School. Jeff worked on the family farm until his health would not allow him to.

Jeff enjoyed riding his Harley-Davison motorcycle, snowmobiling, hunting, fishing and camping. He was an avid Packer fan and was member of the Frankfort Freedom Riders. Jeff was great friend and brother and will be missed by his family and friends.

Jeff is survived by his four siblings: Pam (Gary) Leichtman of Dorchester, Mary (Grant) Burger, Cathy (Kenneth) Horacek and David, all of Athens; seven nieces and nephews; 11 greatnieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two siblings at birth: Charles and Joan.

Family and friends may express condolences online at www.maurinaschilling.com.

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