LODI - Christopher P. Rehlinger, age 50, peacefully passed away after an extended illness on

Wednesday, December 22, 2021, surrounded by his family.

He was born on June 24, 1971, in Hartford, Wis., the son of Vern and Jennifer (McDermid)

Rehlinger.

After graduating high school from Hartford Union High, Chris attended Mid-State Technical

College earning an associate degree in civil engineering. On April 19, 1997, he married Lori

Swansby.

Chris was employed with the Dept. of Natural Resources - State of Wisconsin in the engineering

department, as a Construction Rep. He retired in September 2020 after 25 years of service.

He was an avid outdoorsman who especially enjoyed fishing and hunting but loved most

attending his boys sporting events.

In addition to his wife Lori, Chris is survived by his two sons, Maxwell Fisher Rehlinger (20) and Lucas Mitchell Rehlinger (13); his parents, and many other family and friends.

A memorial Mass will be held at BLESSED TRINITY CATHOLIC PARISH AT ST. PATRICK CHURCH, 521 Fair St, Lodi, at 11 a.m., Saturday, January 15, 2022, with the Rev. Fr. Joseph Baker presiding. To honor Chris's wish of a casual, cheerful atmosphere, a gathering to celebrate his life and to share your favorite memories and stories of him will be held at Log Tavern Pizza, 102 Spring Creek Rd, Lodi, Wis., from 12 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Saturday, January 15, 2022.

Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com

Gunderson Lodi

Funeral & Cremation Care

157 South Main Street

(608) 592-3201

Christopher Paul Rehlinger

June 24, 1971 - December 22, 2021

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