Christopher Michael Spatola Obituary
The passing of Christopher Michael Spatola (Durham, North Carolina) occurred on September 21, 2026. Christopher, born on January 7, 1979 in Orlando, Florida, is remembered by those who knew him. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Christopher Michael Spatola to pay them a last tribute.
Christopher touched many lives and will be remembered fondly for the moments shared and the memories created. Family, friends, and colleagues extend their love and support during this time. While Christopher’s presence will be missed, the influence he had on others will remain. Those who knew him will carry forward memories that reflect his character and spirit.
He is survived by: his wife Jamie; his children, John David, Mackenzie and Madeline; his parents, Mike Spatola and Pam Spatola; and his siblings, JP Spatola (Amanda), Greg Spatola (Emily) and Heather Spatola Cummings (Patrick). He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, September 30th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Duke Chapel (401 Chapel Dr, Durham, NC 27705).
In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Emily K Center (https://www.emilyk.org), an organization close to Chris's heart, supporting the educational and career journeys of traditionally underserved students and families in Durham, NC; or TAPS (Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors), a national nonprofit organization providing compassionate care and comprehensive resources to all those grieving a death in the military or veteran community.
