Bernard Jay Christner, 68, of Sarasota, Florida died on Friday, January 3, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Buffalo New York on November 18, 1951, son of Marjorie Christner and the late H. Walter Christner.
Bernie was the oldest son of four children. He was a successful entrepreneur and enjoyed passing on his knowledge of business, strong work-ethic and financial stewardship to others. More importantly, he was a compassionate man with a servant’s heart. His love for the lord and understanding of what it truly meant to be a Christian was evident in the way he lived his life and the manor with which he treated others. He was an active member of Sarasota Community Church.
Bernie is survived by his wife of 15 years Catharine (Hahn) Christner, two children, Jessica (Surafel) and Michael, and a step-daughter, Jennifer Moore (James). He is also survived by seven grandchildren, two brothers, David, Michael and one sister Donna.
Service for the celebration of his life will be held Saturday, January 11, 2020 at Sarasota Community Church, 4041 Bahia Vista St., Sarasota, FL. Visitation at 9:00am and service at 10:00. Interment will be private.
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