Frank A. Christoffel III

Frank A. Christoffel, III of Lititz, passed away in the presence of family on February 4, 2026. He was 81. Frank was the son of the late Frank A. Christoffel, Jr., and Berdella Christoffel, of Lancaster. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Mary Rose (Schweich) Christoffel, a son of Frank A. Christoffel, IV, married to Janet C. Christoffel, three grandchildren: Cassandra E. Christoffel, Frank A. Christoffel, V, and Patrick J. Christoffel, a brother, Thomas Christoffel, and a sister, Carol Sabatini. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a sister, Joanne Eckenrode, and a brother, Michael Christoffel. Frank graduated from Fairfield University in 1966 with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. He worked for Dunhill Associates and RCA in Lancaster in the late 1960’s and early 1970’s. Frank served as Executive Vice-President of the Lancaster County Association of Realtors for 47 years from 1974 to 2021. During his tenure, he was responsible for numerous achievements in the industry. He oversaw the implementation of three separate computerized Multiple Listing Systems, transitioning the Association from a card-based system to one of the most modern in the country. He established the Real Estate School of LCAR in 1983, offering courses for those seeking to obtain their real estate licenses, continuing education for licensees to maintain their accreditation, and courses for those seeking to become Brokers. He oversaw the construction of the Association headquarters and training center in 1988, the formation of the Commercial and Industrial Real Estate Council in 1982 and the Appraisers’ Council in 1989. He created the LCAR Department of Government Affairs to advocate for the real estate industry at the local, state, and federal levels of the government. In 1989, he oversaw the creation of a partnership with the Transitional Living Center in Lancaster, and through that partnership, LCAR has raised over half a million dollars to provide fair and affordable housing in Lancaster County. Frank was active in several community organizations. He served as Chairman of the Board of Junior Achievement in south-central Pennsylvania, Chairman of the Moravian Manor Board of Trustees and President of the West End Athletic Association. He was active as a leader in the Boy Scouts of America throughout his life and is a recipient of the Order of the Silver Beaver, the highest award in Scouting. Frank belonged to Saint Joseph’s Catholic Church and dedicated his time and talents to the Church in a variety of ways. Frank enjoyed the beach, sailing, running, reading about the American Civil War, cracking crabs, and sitting in his hammock in the sun. He loved his family and always put them at the center of his life. He will be greatly missed by family and friends for his love, caring, and wise counsel. A Viewing will be held on February 16, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at The Groffs Funeral Family Funeral Home, 528 West Orange Street, Lancaster, PA. A Funeral Mass will be held on February 17, 2026, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 440 St. Joseph Street, Lancaster, PA, at 11:00 a.m. with visitation at 10:00 a.m. Donations may be made in Frank’s name to St. Joseph’s Catholic Church.