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Michael Christenson Obituary

Michael G. Christenson

Sioux Falls - Michael G. Christenson, 39, died June 6, 2013 in Sioux Falls from an apparent heart attack. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 AM Saturday June 15, 2013 at St. Therese Catholic Church followed by interment at Hills of Rest Memorial Park Wildwood Mausoleum, Sioux Falls. Visitation begins at 2:00 PM Friday June 14th at George Boom Funeral Home where a Liturgical Wake Service will begin at 7:00 PM. The family will be present to greet friends at the funeral home beginning at 6:00 PM Friday.

Michael George Christenson, son of Gary Lee and Jo Ann Bridget (Smith) Christenson, was born December 19, 1973 in Vermillion, SD. Mike was a 1992 graduate of Vermillion High School where he was active in football and band. Mike worked as a salesperson for 20 years. His easy going and affable personality made him very approachable. Mike adored his daughter, Madison, and cherished the time spent with her.

Survivors his daughter and her mother, Madison Christenson and Danielle Carr, Aurora, CO; mother and step-father, Jo Ann and Russ McChesney, Sioux Falls; his sister, Julie DeGreef and her friend, Gary Kelley, Pembroke Pines, FL; nieces, Rachel and Bridget DeGreef, Pembroke Pines, FL; special friend, Laurie Weber, Sioux Falls; and aunts, uncles, and cousins. Mike was preceded in death by his father on October 10, 1995.

Memorials are encouraged to the Madison Christenson Education Fund. www.georgeboom.com

Published by Argus Leader on Jun. 11, 2013.
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JoAnn and family..I'm so sorry for your loss :( Sending love and prayers.

Hanna (Michels) Sitting Crow

June 17, 2013

JoAnn and Family...we are SO sorry for your loss :( I know that words just can not describe how you must feel. Sending you prayers and hugs. We were planning on coming up to Sioux Falls for the prayer service/funeral, but as with the life of a doctor...Curt has been tied up at the Hospital, and he is on call all weekend. So sorry for not being there for you. Love you bunches <3

Madonna Adams

June 14, 2013

Dear Jo Ann, I am so sorry for your loss. May your friends and family give you comfort during this difficult time.
(Marlene H. sister), Susie

Susie

June 14, 2013

So Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ann (Reynolds) Jorgensen

June 14, 2013

Joanne, as the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Betty Red Leaf

June 14, 2013

I am sorry to hear about Michael. I won't be able to attend his service. Love, Glennis Stewart
Vermillion

June 14, 2013

Joanne and Julie - I am sorry to hear of Mike's death. Prayers be with you. Jan Lee Daggett

Jan Daggett

June 13, 2013

Joanne & Family,
Our hearts go out to you and we share your grief. Mikey will be sorely missed.

Doug & Stacy Fox

June 13, 2013

JoAnn, Julie and family, We are thinking and praying for you as you go through these difficult days. Jerry and Linda Walz

June 13, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to Mike's family, especially our little niece, Madison.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Ed and Bev Heppler

June 12, 2013

JoAnn - Julie and family. So sorry to hear about Micheals passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

denny @ Sheryl Christensen

June 12, 2013

JoAnn and Julie, I am so sorry to hear about Mike. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. We had some great times with our cousins in Vermillion during the summers. He was a good, kind hearted guy.

Kristel Gregoire

June 11, 2013

Jo Ann & family, OUR prayers and thoughts are with you all and may you find peace in the days to come. Remember your strength comes with your strong faith.

Sally & Ralph Westergaard

June 11, 2013

JoAnn and family, I'm so sorry to hear about Mike. My prayers are with you all!

Lorree Ridenour

June 11, 2013

Laurie, my heart hurts for you at this time. I remember meeting Mike at our "annual"steak dinner at Cattlemens he visited with everyone. It was hard to tell if he knew them or if the were strangers. But at the end of the night they were friends. I am so thankful I got to meet him because it was obvious how much you both cared for each other. I am so sorry for your lost you BFF. May God's peace
be with my friend. Jody

Jody White

June 11, 2013

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