About This Memory Space
This page was created for Christian Joseph Greiner's family and friends as a place to remember them, to share stories, and to keep their memory close in everyday life.
It is cared for and added to over time by the people who knew them, and everyone is invited to contribute, whether that is a story, a photo, a few words, or a simple note.
Many families visit places like this not just once, but again and again, especially on quiet days or meaningful anniversaries. This page is here for those moments, wherever you are.
A place to return to when you want to feel close again, to remember a moment, or to leave a few words for others to read. Over time, it grows through the voices of everyone who knew and loved them.
Light a Candle Growing
Light a candle to honor Christian Joseph Greiner's memory. Each lighting keeps their memory burning bright for 23 hours.
Candle lit burns 23 hours. Come back and light it again after 23 hours to keep the memory burning.
Limited to 5 lightings per hour to prevent abuse.
Memory Wall Growing
Stories, photos, and memories shared by people who knew Christian Joseph Greiner. This is the heart of this space—a collection that grows as more people contribute.
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Life & Legacy
Christian Joseph Greiner crafted a life of enduring bonds, entrepreneurial drive, and quiet joys, leaving an indelible mark on his family, community, and the world of mechanical contracting.
Born in Indianapolis, Indiana, Chris grew into a man whose days were defined by steadfast principles and a zest for meaningful pursuits. His path wove together family devotion, business innovation, and simple delights like casting lines on serene waters or perfecting swings on the golf course. Guided by deep Catholic convictions, he nurtured values of compassion and integrity in everyone he touched, turning everyday moments into cherished tales of warmth and wisdom.
Teaming up with his brother Vince, Chris launched Greiner Brothers, a standout firm delivering comprehensive mechanical contracting solutions. His relentless determination and visionary approach built a reputation for excellence, evolving the enterprise into a thriving family-held operation now guided by his children and collaborators, a testament to his foundational influence.
Photos of Christian's Life
Family & Loved Ones
Cherished moments with loved ones formed the rhythm of Chris's days, from heartfelt gatherings to the thrill of watching his lineage expand. He and Maxine Arnold, his partner since their 1958 union, raised daughters Rebecca Logan and Barbara (Kevin) Cox, alongside sons Christian (Jean) Greiner Jr. and Thomas (Jenny) Greiner. Immense fulfillment came as a grandfather to Stephen (Keriann) Logan, Matthew Logan, Erica Maginn Doss (Matthew), Katherine Lanciotti (Christopher), Rebecca Cox, Allison Greiner, and Anna Greiner, and as great-grandfather to Christian Doss, Teagan Doss, Parker Doss, Georgia Logan, Aiden Lanciotti, and Emmett Lanciotti. Preceded by parents Christian and Esther Greiner, brothers Vincent and Daniel, and sisters Carolyn Alexander and Sue McShay, Chris embodied patient guidance and boundless affection in every family embrace.
Remembered by Friends & Family
Echoes from those touched by Chris's presence highlight a man whose steady kindness and infectious enthusiasm wove through countless lives, evoking shared stories of inspiration and heartfelt connection.
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