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1931 - 2014
 Charles Edward Christensen, age 83 of Trufant, died Monday, November 24, 2014 at Metron of Greenville. He was born August 26, 1931 in Greenville, the son of Irving and Olivia (Hall) Christensen. As a toddler, Chuck was placed in the loving care of his Uncle E.J. and Aunt Louise (Kroll) Hall. There he was raised in their loving home with his foster sister, Marlene. He served his country proudly in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict from 1950-1953. On March 20, 1954, he married Virginia Lou Frandsen. He owned and operated Chucks Standard Service in Trufant from 1959-1971. Together, he and Virginia owned and operated Christensens Farm and Home Center in Trufant for 43 years. They were integral parts of the Trufant community, involved in many ways. Chuck served as a volunteer firefighter with the Trufant Community Fire Department for 50 years, including several as Fire Chief. He served on the initial Trufant Chamber of Commerce board of directors in 1978, and was a longtime member. He was a member of St. Thomas Lutheran Church, a Boy Scouts volunteer, and a well-loved community member. Chuck is survived by his wife of 60 years, Virginia; children, Vickie (Ralph) Krantz of Trufant, Keith Christensen of Trufant, Roger (Deb) Christensen of Greenville, and Scott (Jamie) Christensen of Greenville; granddaughter, Linda Christensen of Iowa; grandsons, Reed Christensen of Greenville, Michael Christensen of Trufant, Phillip (Katie) Krantz of Greenville, and Paul (Brittney) Krantz of Greenville; great-grandchildren, Elizabeth, Alex, Abby, Peyton, and Cohen; brothers-in-law, Alger (Shirley) Frandsen of Lakeview and Albert (Betty) Frandsen of Sand Lake; nieces, Karen (Mark) Kambrandt and Connie (Chuck) Williams; special cousin, Clara Hansen; and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and foster parents; sister, Marlene Keeler; father-in-law, William "Bill" Frandsen; brother-in-law, Andrew Frandsen; cousin and best friend, Victor Christensen; and several beloved aunts, uncles, and cousins. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, November 29, 2014 at Hurst Funeral Home, Greenville, Rev. Mathew Magera, pastor of St. Thomas Lutheran Church, officiating. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 to 8:00 pm and Saturday from 10:00 to 11:00 am prior to the funeral. Interment will be in Trufant Cemetery. Those wishing to make a memorial contribution are asked to consider St. Thomas Lutheran Church or the Christensen family. |
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There are currently 26 condolences.
Kevin & Carrie Brecker
Saturday November 29, 2014 at
10:32 AM
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Virginia and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Chuck will always be an important part of our community! Some of my earliest memories of Trufant were going into the hardware with my dad and always seeing Chuck behind the counter... God bless you all and comfort you during your time of grief and all the days going forward.
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David Sprang
Saturday November 29, 2014 at
9:14 AM
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Chuck - my first fire chief. He taught me a lot. Now its been 34 years. Still a firefighter. Thank You Chuck. Today is your final call!
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Dennis L. Brasington
d_brasington@hotmail.com
Saturday November 29, 2014 at
7:50 AM
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Chief , thank you for demonstrating what a leader should be , and also a friend. as you answer your last call , we will miss you . ty
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Ione Edison
Friday November 28, 2014 at
5:37 PM
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My condolence to a fine family.
Chuck treated everyone like a valued friend and always had time to visit. He will be missed!
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Pam & Tom Bradfield
Wednesday November 26, 2014 at
8:49 PM
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Sending prayers and hugs to Ginny and family, Trufant lost an icon, heaven gained an angel...
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Carolyn Muessman
Wednesday November 26, 2014 at
12:48 PM
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My thoughts and prayers to you all. I remember the first time I met Chuck. I was new to the area and he told me that Trufant was my new home. He said that I was to come into the store anytime I was home sick. From that day forward, Chuck made me feel like family. God's peace to you all. If there is a hardware store in heaven, Chuck has it under control.
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Cammie, Goob, Abby & Adam Callen
Wednesday November 26, 2014 at
11:16 AM
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Our thoughts, prayers and condolences go out to the entire Christensen family. We are so sorry for your loss.
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Julie Stephens
Wednesday November 26, 2014 at
11:14 AM
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So, so sorry to hear. Thoughts are with you all.
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Alger and Shirley Frandsen
Wednesday November 26, 2014 at
10:24 AM
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Chuck was Brother-in-law...and always a friend. In fact, he was friend to so many. He had a very special family and shared his love, especially with Ginny. We love you all, and share your grief. See you Saturday as we all say our final 'good0byes', but memories will last for all time.
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Sara Beach (Campbell)
Wednesday November 26, 2014 at
7:12 AM
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My thoughts and prayers are with the Christiansen family. Chuck was a very loved and nice caring man. I will miss you Chuck very much as well as Trufant.
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Ron & Cheryl Porter
Wednesday November 26, 2014 at
7:11 AM
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So sorry to hear of your loss Virginia! Prayers to you and the family!
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Mary Cooper
Tuesday November 25, 2014 at
10:20 PM
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So sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Hope you will keep those special memories of him in your hearts forever.
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Jack and Karen Wiebenga
Tuesday November 25, 2014 at
10:13 PM
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We are so sorry for your loss Virginia, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. In sympathy . Jack and Karen
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Ron Petersen
Tuesday November 25, 2014 at
9:57 PM
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Virginia & family please know my thoughts and prayers are with you all. I have many fond memories of working for Chuck & Virginia at their gas station while I was in high school. Chuck was a "fixture" in Trufant and will be greatly missed.
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Duane & Marcia (Frandsen) Tisdel
Tuesday November 25, 2014 at
9:11 PM
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Aunt Ginny, Vickie, Keith, Roger, Scott and family, We are sending our love and prayers to all of you at this difficult time. We were saddened to hear of Uncle Chuck's passing. Aunt Ginny, I have been thinking of you both lately, and praying for you. I felt like God had placed you on my mind. You and Uncle Chuck have worked so hard together in your business and yet, you had time to be a friend to others and show them your generosity. Uncle
Chuck was a special man to our family and your community. He will be missed.
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Denell and Michael Larsen
Tuesday November 25, 2014 at
9:11 PM
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thoughts and prayers with the Christensen family. Chuck will be missed by all.
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Doug & Laura White
Tuesday November 25, 2014 at
8:55 PM
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Phil we are so saddened for your loss of your beloved Grandpa! our thoughts & prayers are sent to you!
love Doug & Laura
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Ed andJudy Orlowski
Tuesday November 25, 2014 at
8:50 PM
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So sorry to. Hear of Chucks passing.Our thought and prayers are with the family.Chuck has been a prominent person in Trufant and will be missed.
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Jeanette Funk
Tuesday November 25, 2014 at
7:36 PM
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Thoughts and prayers for your family.Chuck will be missed.
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roxanne holland
Tuesday November 25, 2014 at
7:32 PM
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my heart goes out to my kids linda and mike christensen and elizabeth for their loss of there grandpa
randy and roxanne holland
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Kelli Medler
Tuesday November 25, 2014 at
7:31 PM
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Many thoughts and prayers with all the family!! Chuck was a big part of everyone in Trufants lives! He was a community man..hard worker with the best hardware store around! He will be missed but his legacy will live on forever!! Hugs to all..Heaven has another Trufanite Angel guarding our town!
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Wilf & Patty Ingersoll
Tuesday November 25, 2014 at
3:40 PM
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We've been missing and praying for Chuck for a long time. We will surely miss him.
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Jerry & Michelle Smith
Tuesday November 25, 2014 at
2:39 PM
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Our thoughts & Prayers to the family....Chuck will be missed by all....what a wonderful mon.
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Keith Christensen from Gravel Ridge
Tuesday November 25, 2014 at
2:17 PM
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My thoughts are with the family. I have many fond memories of working with Chuck and Virginia at the gas station. They always treated everyone like family.
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Kay and Bill Young
Tuesday November 25, 2014 at
2:10 PM
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Virginia
Bill and i were saddened to hear of chucks passing.
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Kay and Bill Young
Tuesday November 25, 2014 at
2:05 PM
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