Michael James Torres

Michael James Torres, 30, of Lebanon, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 20, 2012 in The Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon, surrounded by his family.  He was born Tuesday, October 27, 1981 in Hershey to Julio Torres and Ginger (Hylton) Krissinger.  He is survived by his loving wife, Jamie L. (Schneck) Torres.

He was a loyal employee of ASK Foods, Inc. in Palmyra where he worked as a kitchen cook.  He was a member of Gods Missionary Church in Lebanon, enjoyed camping, biking, and any activity outdoors.  Most of all he loved his family and cherished being a husband and father, and spending time with his entire family.  His huge smile and zest for life will be missed by many.

He is survived by eight children, Dylan Torres, Devon Dove, Kiera Torres-Weise, Austin Torres, Joshua Shiner, Brianna, Madison, and Jayden Schneck; siblings, Julio Torres and companion Marcie, Nelson Torres and wife Vickie, Mary Torres, Lillian Torres-Robles and husband Steven, Julia Hilliard and husband Daniel, Kristina Patches and husband Jeffrey, Jr., Kasey Hoyer and companion Misty, and Matthew Krissinger; step-father, Kenneth Krissinger, Jr.; uncle, Joseph Hylton and wife Brenda; aunts, Dreama Miller and husband Michael, and Lisa Scaife and husband Kevin; 8 nieces and 7 nephews.  He was predeceased by a daughter, Jennifer Torres; maternal grandparents, James and Alberta Hylton; aunt, Jacquetta Helms.

Funeral services will be held Monday, June 25, 2012 at 7 PM at Rothermel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., 25 West Pine Street, Palmyra, PA 17078 with Pastor Barry Arnold officiating.  Family and friends are invited for viewing from 6 PM until time of the service.  Burial will be private at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his honor to the American Lung Association, 1301 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Suite 800. Washington, DC 20004 www.lung.org or a charity of your choice.