With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Christopher J. Dirla (Bay City, Michigan), who passed away on December 6, 2023 at the age of 57. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Christopher J. Dirla to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Edward "Sonny" Dirla and Mary Jo Dirla (Richard); his brother Alan Dirla; his parents-in-law, Todd and Audrey Schaffer; and his brother-in-law Terry Marcet.

He is survived by : his wife April J. Schaffer; his sisters, Beverly Marcet and Denise Toporski (Joel); his nephew Ryan Dirla (April); his niece Maranda Toporski; and his goddaughter Taylor Richard. He is also survived by his aunts, uncles and cousins, and many dear friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Riversbend Rehabilitation Center.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Trahan Funeral Chapel