James "Jim" Michael Crishock

James “Jim” Michael Crishock

A Master Griller -

James “Jim” Michael Crishock, age 69, of Hummelstown, died at home, where he wanted to be, on Thursday, November 5, 2020.  Jim was born on Wednesday, May 9, 1951, in Colorado Springs, CO to the late Walter John Crishock, Jr. and Jean Beatrice (Hosbach) Crishock.  In addition to his parents, Jim is preceded in death by his brother, Robert “Bob” Crishock.

Jim’s survivors include his loving wife of 38 years, Patricia “Patti” Lee (Fischer) Crishock; his two children: Jeffrey “Jeff” Crishock and wife Joanna and their two children: Avery and Ainsley of Mechanicsburg, Rachel Schnaubelt and husband Steven; his brother, John Crishock; his sister, Linda DeFelice and husband Ralph; and his two nephews.

Jim graduated from Academy High School as part of the class of 1970 and from Gannon University in 1977.  He served as the chief financial officer for numerous long-term care facilities throughout PA for over 20 years.  Prior to his time as a CFO consultant, Jim was part of the financial team at Diversified Health Services; a job and company he loved.  He was a member of Grace United Methodist Church in Hummelstown.  Jim was quite the master griller and his wife, Patti, is a great cook and baker; all talents that he wished his son and daughter-in-law had inherited.  He simply adored his granddaughters who he loved to spoil with treats.  Jim genuinely loved his children’s spouses and was so happy to have given his daughter’s hand in marriage the Sunday before he died.  He will always be remembered for his dry and witty sense of humor as well as the fact that he could not whistle or carry a tune.

All are welcome to join Jim’s family at his viewing on Friday, November 13, 2020, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and on Saturday, November 14, 2020, both in-person and via video chat and telephone, from 11:00 a.m. until time of virtual viewing at 12:00 p.m. and time of service at 12:15 p.m., all at Buhrig Funeral Home & Crematory, 37 East Main Street, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055; with Rev. Dr. William D. Hess II officiating.  Jim’s family invites everyone to join them for a time of food and fellowship at Buhrig’s Gathering Place (next to the funeral home) immediately following the service.  Cremation will be private and at the convenience of the family.

The family sends their most heartfelt thanks to everyone at the Lancaster Cancer Center who so lovingly cared for Jim during his illness.

Contributions in celebration of Jim’s life can be made to The Healing Journey Foundation, mail to: Lancaster Cancer Center, 1858 Charter Lane, Suite 202, Lancaster, PA 17602, www.lancastercancercenter.com/foundation/make-a-donation/.

Jim’s family has entrusted his care to Buhrig Funeral Home & Crematory in Mechanicsburg, (717) 766-3421.  Read Jim’s full obituary, view his memorial video and picture, offer condolences and sympathy, share stories and memories, upload photographs and videos, light a candle and sign his official guest book by visiting Buhrig.com

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Virtual Gathering via Video Chat

Family and friends are welcome to join Jim's family via video chat or telephone on Saturday, November 14, 2020, beginning at approximately 11:00 a.m. Eastern Standard Time.

We use Zoom for internet video chat and telephone conference calling.  There is no charge for you to participate.  Simply click on the link below or dial the telephone number below to be connected to the event.

Join from PC, Mac, iOS or Android: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89317937832? with passcode 3421

Join by telephone:   415-762-9988   or   646-568-7788   and enter meeting number 893 1793 7832 with passcode 3421

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