Michael Robert Christ

Michael "Mike" Christ, 58 passed away on July 10, 2015. Mike was born in Brooklyn, NY where he resided until 1975 where he and his family moved upstate to the Catskill Mountains, NY. Michael graduated from Cairo-Durham High School in 1975. Upon completing high school he joined the United States Army. He served three years active duty from 1975-1978. In 1978 he joined the reserves of which he spent 30 years of his life. During his time in the reserves he also worked for the United States Postal service. While serving Michael went on many deployments. His medals and awards prove his love for his country. Michael is survived by his wife- Laura, step son- Gavin, mother- Dolores Christ, sisters- Cathy, Athena and Susan, brothers- Anthony and Peter. Also eight nephews and four nieces, four great nephews and one great niece. The family will be having a gathering at Forest Meadows Funeral Home on Monday, July 13th from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm all are welcome to come and share with the family. There will be a funeral mass at Queen of Peace Catholic Church on Tuesday, July 14th at 10:00 am celebrating Michael's life. The committal services will be at a later date at Florida National Cemetery with the Army presenting Honors. Arrangements by Forest Meadows Funeral Home, Gainesville, Fl. 352-378-2528 Funeral Home Forest Meadows Funeral Home 725 NW 23rd Avenue Gainsville FL - 32609 US 352-378-2528