Richard Gordon Christensen

life story

A proud Marine

Richard was proud to have been a Marine

About Richard

Richard passed away at the age of 67. He was born in Crosby, Mn and had resided at Highland Chateau since April of 2020. Richard was very proud that he was a Marine even though it was for a short time. In his younger days he traveled around a lot, not staying in one place for very long until he settled down and married and had 2 kids. He is survived by his son William Abel Christensen of Grandbury Texas, Grandson’s William and Devon, daughter Jessi Christensen of Loma, CO, stepdaughter Kristy Ranker of Loma, CO, stepson Luke Sevenans from Grand Junction, CO, he also is survived by his sister Elizabeth Haag(Christensen) of Vadnais Heights, Mn, a half sister Donna Gaunitz of Bloomington, Mn and half brother Jim Christensen and many Nieces and Nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents Sarah and Abel Christensen and half brother’s Ted Christensen and Don Christensen. Richards ashes will be buried at the Ft Snelling cemetery on Oct 19 in a private service.

memorial service

Burial at Ft. Snelling

October 19, 2021

Fort Snelling National Cemetery 7601 34th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55450, USA

Funeral/Cremation Provider: Crescent Tide Cremation Services