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Crystal "Chris" Muratori
1943 - 2025
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1943
DIED
2025
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Crystal Muratori Obituary
Jul 26, 1943 - Aug 11, 2025
Sandusky
Crystal "Chris" Muratori, 82, died peacefully in her home surrounded by her family Monday, August 11, 2025.
Chris was born July 26, 1943, in Bellevue, to the late Harvey and Mary (Tom) Lawrence.
Chris was a 1961 graduate of Bellevue High School. She loved to cook and bake for her family and friends. She was a talented cake artist, creating delicious and beautiful special-occasion cakes. Chris had a gift for making every occasion memorable through food, adding just the right touch of creativity and care to turn simple gatherings into cherished celebrations. She treasured lunch outings with girlfriends from her high school days and enjoyed watching sports, especially Ohio State and Cleveland Browns football.
Chris is survived by her children, David Muratori, Cindy Muratori Thompson, Shawn Judge, Shannon (Tim) Hanchin, and Maria Muratori; brothers, Bruce "Rocky" Lawrence and Marc (Blanca) Lawrence; sisters-in-law, Dora Mira and Sharon Muratori; grandchildren, Sam Thompson, Matt Thompson, Frank (Bailey) Thompson, Zach (Rosey) Judge, Megan (Zach) Judge, Nick (Emily) Judge, Jonah Wikel, Jake Wikel, Spencer Wikel, Jack Hanchin, Lily Hanchin, Viggo Muratori, and Valentina Muratori; eight great-grandchildren; loving nieces and nephews; cousins and many dear neighbors and friends.
In addition to her parents, Chris was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Frank "Buddy" Muratori; sisters, Kathy (Dave) Orwig and Karen (Jim) Hamlin; and many sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law.
Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, 510 Columbus Ave., Sandusky. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery, Sandusky. Groff Funeral Homes & Crematory is assisting family with arrangements.
Those wishing to contribute to Chris' memory may do so to Serving our Seniors, 310 E. Boalt St., Sandusky, Ohio 44870 or Stein Hospice Services, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, Ohio 44870.
Condolences may be shared online at www.grofffuneralhomes.com.
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Tom Pfefferle
Yesterday
Nancy and I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to your entire family. Our family was blessed to have Chris, Buddy, and their entire family as our neighbors since the late 70's. Chris loved to bake and we were fortunate to be the recipient of many of her masterpieces. She was always inviting our entire family over to use her pool during those hot summer days. Our prayers are with your entire family at this time.
Cindy & Rick Schaffer
August 13, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Thanks for all the fun days, Aunt Chris!
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