Chris A. Lutz, 68, of Newmanstown, passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2025, at WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital. He was the significant other of Kathy S. Laucks for 32 years.

Born in Lebanon, he was a son of the late Ernest G. Lutz and Joan G. (Zimmerman) Jones. Chris was a graduate of Penn-Cambria High School and was a U.S. Army veteran. He was employed as an HVAC technician for Santa’s Heating and A/C service in Pottstown and later for Comfort Creators for many years until his retirement.

Chris enjoyed camping, hunting, fishing, watching wrestling, and was an animal lover.

In addition to his significant other, Chris is survived by his sister, Kim Jones, of Lebanon; and brother, Ted Berry, of Phoenixville.

He was predeceased by his sister, Diane DeRose.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Humane Society of Lebanon County, 150 N. Ramona Road, Myerstown, PA 17067.

Grose Funeral Home has been serving Myerstown area families for years. We are honored to be a part of the rich history of this community and plan to be a part of it for many years to come.