Racine – Ronald G. Christensen, aged 90, passed away on December 5, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born on March 24, 1935, to Alfred and Gertrude (Beyer) Christensen. Ron graduated from Horlick High School then enlisted in the Army and served in Korea.

Upon his return he worked with the Racine YMCA and was involved in the youth baseball and summer camp programs, receiving recognition for the work he did. Ron was married to Janet (St. Martin) for 64 years and together they raised three children; Steve (Dawn) Christensen, Laurie Grygera, and Brian Christensen They have four grandchildren Gary Christensen, Kendra Christensen, Jordan (Lance) Berget and Noel Grygera.

He dedicated the majority of his career working at Merchants Moving and Storage, followed by North Shore Business Technology. Ron enjoyed gardening, woodworking, shopping at Menards, and watching the Packers, Brewers and Badgers.  He liked using his talents while volunteering at Tex Reynolds Toys for Tots. Ron was preceded in death by his parents, sister Jeanette Wilzewski and granddaughter Kaylee Faith Grygera. He is survived by his wife, children, grandchildren, brother Al (Sarita) Christensen, many nieces, nephews and cousins.

The family would like to thank the staff at Harvest Home Assisted Living and Memory Care, the caregivers both past and present in Case House, and everyone at St Croix Hospice for the wonderful care and compassion they have shown Ron and our family.

Visitation with the family will be held on December 15, 2025 from 12:00 to 1:30 pm at West Lawn Memorial Park Chapel (9000 Washington Avenue) with a short service to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Alzheimer's Association (or your local chapter), or Tex Reynolds Toys for Tots.

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