It is with sadness that we announce the death of Christopher Lindberg, Major, United States Air Force, Retired, age 74. He is survived by his three daughters, Shelly, Gwen, and Haley, and his two granddaughters, Skylar and Selah. His four sisters are Lisa, Nora, Kari, and Sara. Also survived by nieces, nephews, and cousins. Chris served in the USAF for twenty-two years, three months, and eighteen days. His military career took him to many parts of the country and the world, including the University of Nebraska, where he graduated with his master's in Physician Assistant studies and obtained his medical license. He specialized in Medical Oncology and Hematology, but spent time practicing in related healthcare fields during his military service. Following his honorable discharge from the Air Force, Chris spent the next twenty-five years working as an oncology PA at the Hillman Cancer Center, dedicating himself to the care and treatment of his patients. Chris spent the last decade of his life in Somerset, where he enjoyed working as a volunteer ski patroller, reading with his grandkids, and relaxing with his cats. Friends and family are welcome to attend a funeral service on Sunday, October 19th at 3:00 pm at St. John’s Lutheran Church of Highland with an early dinner to follow. The burial service will be on Tuesday, October 21st, at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Please arrive for the processional by 2:15 pm.
Church Address:
St. John’s Lutheran Church of Highland 311 Cumberland Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Cemetery Address:
National Cemetery of the Alleghenies 1158 Morgan Rd Bridgeville, PA 15017
In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to the Somerset Area Ambulance Association, where Chris spent the last two years serving on the Board of Directors. Somerset Area Ambulance Association 115 Wood Duck Rd Somerset, PA 15501
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