Service Details
Due to the current pandemic, a celebration of life will take place next summer when it’s hopefully safer to do so. Further notices will follow.
Memorial Suggestions
Donations in Carolyn’s memory can be sent to Heartland Hospice of South Central Wisconsin at 2801 Crossroads Dr #2000, Madison WI 53718. Memorials have also been suggested to First Presbyterian Church of Racine.
DE FOREST, WI (FORMERLY OF RACINE) – Mrs. Carolyn L. Christensen, 88, passed away at Legacy of De Forest in Dane County on Monday, September 13, 2021.
She was born in Duluth, Minnesota on November 27, 1932, the daughter of the late Arthur Emil and Ina Mae (nee Ross) Johnson. She married William H. Christensen on August 1, 1953. He preceded her in death on December 26, 2013.
Carolyn lived in Racine most of her life, however she also resided in Kenosha, California, and Madison. She was a longtime member of First Presbyterian Church in Racine. She enjoyed quilting, playing bridge, playing golf, tennis and traveling and exercising at the YMCA. Her greatest joy was being in the presence of her children and grandchildren.
Carolyn is survived by her sons and daughters, Ross (Karen) Christensen of Rancho Santa Fe, CA, Lynn (Stine Hansen) Christensen of Spokane, WA, Judy (Don Drott) Christensen of Madison, WI, and Eric (Mary) Christensen of Oskaloosa, IA. She is further survived by her nine loving grandchildren; two great grandchildren, her sister, Barbara Savonen of Chanhassen, MN; as well as dear nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Carolyn was preceded in death by her son, Dean Christensen and former wife Elaine Christensen; her brother, Ray and sister-in-law Norma Johnson; and her brother-in-law, Arnie Savonen.
A very special thank you to the staff at Legacy of De Forest, the staff at Heartland Hospice and Peggy Schmudlach for their loving and compassionate care of Carolyn.
Donations in Carolyn’s memory can be sent to Heartland Hospice of South Central Wisconsin at 2801 Crossroads Dr #2000, Madison WI 53718. Memorials have also been suggested to First Presbyterian Church of Racine.
Due to the current pandemic, a celebration of life will take place next summer when it’s hopefully safer to do so. Further notices will follow.
Marie Wilson says
To a beautiful, vivacious lady that was my previlege to know. Rest in peace my friend.
Steve & Becky says
We met Carolyn & Bill 47 years ago this month at a tailgate, when they, Karen, Eric and Judy came to visit Ross at Notre Dame. We have so many fond memories of Carolyn and her wonderful family, her greatest joy. Carolyn, vivacious, gracious, and tenacious always had a warm bright smile, which disarmed many a challenger at cribbage or tennis. May the Lord bless you, Bill, and Dean in His Kingdom. Rest well beautiful wife, mother and friend.
Jeff says
Condolences to the Christensens from the family of Phyllis Jensen-friend,
with warm thoughts of Dean and Elaine.
Delores Casebolt says
Rest In Peace dear friend.
Jenny Shawhan says
My condolences to the entire Christensen family. I hope happy memories will replace your grief and that the life lessons and strength she gave you all will support you though this sad time. She was a second mom to me for many years for which I am so grateful ❤️
Kay Kiehlbauch Nannet says
Carolyn was such an amazing person! I treasure that she was a part of my life, and my mom’s. She taught me so much that I value to this day. Peace to all who love her and will miss her.
Ardis Bogen says
Carolyn was a friend since Junior High School. She was talented, loving and kind. We enjoyed so many activities together. We especially enjoyed the times spent at Bay Lake, Mn. with Bill and my husband Roy. May God Bless her family at this difficult time.