About Us

Our Key Staff

 Gregory A. Vaitl

Gregory A. Vaitl

Owner, Supervisor and Funeral Director

For Gregory Vaitl, funerals weren't a family trade. Becoming a funeral director wasn't because he was following in the footsteps of a parent or because he'd experienced anything traumatic. It really was a calling.


For as long as he can remember, Greg has just been drawn to the industry—first attracted to the science aspect, then his desire to help families. He just couldn't stop thinking about it.


Why Lebanon? It's his home. Greg was born and raised in Lebanon County. He graduated from Lebanon High School in 1996 and earned an Associate's Degree in Applied Science of Funeral Service from Northampton Community College. Greg was awarded the Pennsylvania Funeral Director Student of the Year in 2007 and received his funeral director license in 2008.


While other members of his family have since moved to other parts of the state, Greg has felt compelled to stay. As the now owner and supervisor of Christman's Funeral Home, Inc., he's passionate about serving families with transparency and integrity in their time of need.


Greg is married to Alyssa Vaitl and has three daughters: Olivia, Addison and Scarlett. Active in the community, he is a member of Zion's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Lebanon, Myerstown-Elco Rotary Club, Kiwanis Club of Lebanon and on the Board of CompeerCorps.


 Ashtin M. Walck

Ashtin M. Walck

Licensed Funeral Director

Ashtin was born and raised in Carbon County, PA, where she graduated from Panther Valley Senior High School in 2011. After being a professional dog groomer for eight years, she decided to further her education at Northampton Community College. In 2021, Ashtin received her Associate's Degree in Applied Science with a concentration in Funeral Service. She looks forward to serving the community by providing care and comfort to all those in need. Ashtin resides in Lebanon County with her two sons, Grayson and Griffin, and her dog and cat. She likes to go swimming with her boys and spends free time with family and friends.


David Shollenberger

David Shollenberger

Funeral Assistant

David Shollenberger is a recently retired professional who lives with his wife Karen in Womelsdorf. From personal experience, he understands the significance of losing a loved one. Dave is honored to be of service to you, your family and your friends.

Eric B. Filler, Sr.

Eric B. Filler, Sr.

Funeral Assistant

Eric B. Filler, Sr. grew up in Lebanon and is a 1983 graduate of Cedar Crest High School. Eric is married to Jennifer and has three children and three grandchildren. He is honored to be a part of Christman Funeral Home, Inc.'s team. He looks forward to serving you.

 Kelly Ortiz

Kelly Ortiz

Funeral Assistant

Kelly Ortiz grew up in Lebanon and is a 2005 graduate of Lebanon High School. She is a U.S. Navy Veteran and joined Christman's Funeral Home in 2013. Kelly and her husband, Abraham, have two daughters: Myalani and Khalia. She is an active member of Iglesia Nuevo Nacimiento. After experiencing her own loss in the family, she felt devoted to helping other families.

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