Thomas E. Christianson

life story

Devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great grandfather

"Celebrate Recovery is much more than a recovery program. It is a lifestyle of Hope and Change."

"Hope can and will restore us."

"All I need is a new pair of shoes."

About Tom

Tom passed away at home on Sunday, July 13th at the age of 80 surrounded by family.

With many health challenges throughout the years he fought the good fight with strength and determination until his heart was just worn out and he went home to the Lord.

He cherished his family. We were his pride, his purpose, and his biggest joy.

So today, we don’t just grieve—we give thanks. For the laughs he gave us, the stories he told, the strength he showed, and the love he poured into all of us.

Thank you for choosing healing. For loving so deeply. For laughing so often. And for showing us what a faithful, joyful, and courageous life looks like.

You’ve fought the good fight. You’ve finished your race.

We’ll carry your love with us always. And every time we laugh, we’ll think of you.”❤️

Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Berniece Larson Christianson and Carl Bendix Christianson. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Kaye, his children Michele Thompson (Bob Pierce), Laureen Odden, Brett (Annabelle) Christianson and Brian Christianson (Julia Cordes). Grandchildren Megan Lick, Brittney Lick, Vince (Graciel ) Christianson, Nick (Stephany Christianson), Gracie Schwerin, Tatum Huntress, Connar Huntress, Taylor Mae Huntress, Samara (David) Wathen Schwartz, Braden (Amanda) Wathen, Sienna Nordman, Vicki Peraza, Alexandra Pedrique.

Great Grandchildren Adriana Bendix, Braden Bendix, Mason Lick, Callen Prokop, James Christianson, Liam Christianson, Hope Christianson, Dominic Christianson, Aurora Christianson, Zealand Schwartz, and Great-great grandson, Judah Williams.

memorial service

Celebration of Life

July 21, 2025

Woodbury Lutheran Church - Valley Creek Campus 7380 Afton Rd, Woodbury, MN 55125, USA

Visitation at 10 am. Celebration of Life at 11 a.m.

Funeral/Cremation Provider: Crescent Tide Cremation Services