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Charles R. Christensen 1938 ~ 2009 Our beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother, Charles R. Christensen, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, October 12, 2009. He was born July 8, 1938 in Ephraim, Utah to Peter Max and Allie Semken Christensen. Chuck was raised in Price, Utah. He married Darlene Dennison Poulson on November 30, 1957. He retired from the Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office after 29 years. Chuck enjoyed playing golf, playing cards and having coffee with the boys. He spent a great deal of time making wood projects, especially cars. Spending time with his family brought him much joy. He especially loved spending time with his grandchildren and great-grand-children. He will be greatly missed. Chuck is survived by his wife, Darlene, and their three children: Chuck (Pam) Christensen, Kelli (Milan) Swilor and Polly (Richard) Kirton; 10 grandchildren: Faylene (Andrew) King, Janalyn Christensen, Luke (Nicki) Swilor, Charles Swilor, Katy (Charlie) Anderson, Ricky (Lisa) Kirton, Kristen, Kamie, Kimberly and Ryan Kirton; five great-grand children: Cody, Brooke and Ellie Anderson, Jordan and Sara Kirton; three brothers and one sister: Peter Max (Ann) Christensen, Dennis Christensen, Kraig (Sue) Christensen and Claudia (Tom) Smith. A viewing will be held Friday, Oct 16th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Lake Hills Memorial Mortuary, 10055 South State Street, Sandy, Utah. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Oct. 17th at 11:00 a.m. with a viewing one hour prior also at Lake Hills Mortuary. Interment, Lake Hills Memorial Park, Sandy, Utah.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune from Oct. 15 to Oct. 16, 2009.

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Mario Lopez

October 20, 2009

Darlene,
Sorry about your loss. Chuck was a good friend always with a happy greeting. I have a lot of fond memories, all good ones. We had fun times playing American Legion baseball and football. He was the drummer with Jerry Leonard in the band we all enjoyed.
Once in the dead of winter,we thumbed all the way to Salt Lake to see Jerry in the hospital. Unable to see him and with not a cent on us we thumbed all the way back. That's the kind of guy he was to his friends in Carbon Country. He will be remembered and missed by many.
We wish you well.

Scott Robinson

October 19, 2009

Chuck, was truly one of the really good guys in the Office. He was a great Watch Commander and he all ways fair and decent to everyone. He served the Office with honor. Scott Robinson

Mike Parr

October 17, 2009

When Chuck was on scene you knew there would be no mistakes, he knew instinctively what to do and you knew you were safe with his decisions. We (his Deputies) will miss him dearly.

John Merrick

October 17, 2009

I was deeply saddened to hear the news of Chuck's passing. I had the opportunity to work for him a couple different times when he was assigned as the night Lt. in the Jail. Chuck was one of the nicest guys I ever had the opportunity to work for. God Speed my friend and RiP.

John Merrick
Lt. Ret. Corrections Bureau
S.L.Co.S.O.

Jennifer Dahl

October 17, 2009

Kelli and Family,

There are no words to express how sorry I am for the loss of your dad. Know that you are thought of and loved.

Mike & Glenda Thomas

October 16, 2009

Dear family of Chuck Christensen
I am very sorry to hear of Chuck's passing. He was a very good man and will be greatly missed. I worked with Chuck such a long time ago at the Sheriff Office before I moved on to another dept. Chuck helped me a lot
to become a good officer.
Please except our heart felt condolences.

October 16, 2009

The Christensen Family,
I had the priviledge to work with Chuck at the Sheriff's Office. I really respected him and felt he was a great Deputy. I will have many fond memories of good times that I can reflect on of our time at the Sheriff's Office. Please accept our sympathy at this time of loss.
Bob & Joy Petersen, Hurricane, UT

Craig Tame

October 16, 2009

Chuck was instrumental in the lobby that resulted in the legislature passing the public safety retirement act. This allowed older peace officers subsistence and a chance to seek new careers as their ages advanced. And true to form, our friend Chuck passed at the typical 7-10 years earlier than the national average. What a friend!

October 15, 2009

Darlene, Chuck, Kelli, and Polly,
I was saddened to hear of Chuck's passing. I have so many fond memories of him as I grew up in Sandy and spent many a day at your house. He was an awesome guy and funny too. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
All my love,
Annette Chidester-Tanner

October 15, 2009

To my Christensen family,
We were saddened to see the obituaries today. I am sorry that we were seperate by a few hundred miles all these years.
We send you our love.
Jim, Joann, Carol, and Casey Bowns

LEE CREBS

October 15, 2009

CHRISTENSEN FAMILY
CHUCK WAS A GOOD FRIEND AND A GREAT DEPUTY .
IT WAS A GOOD FEELING WHEN YOU KNEW HE WOULD BE COMING TO HANDLE A SITUATION.
OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
LEE AND BARBARA CREBS

Kris Johnson

October 15, 2009

Darlene and Family,
I was saddened to hear of the passing of your beloved husband and father. I have so many wonderful memories of your family. May you be blessed with peace during this difficult time.
Kris Tolman Johnson & Randy Johnson

Rich Bergan

October 15, 2009

Dear Chrisrensen Family.
I was saddened to hear about Chuck. I hired on the Sheriffs office many years ago and Chuck left me with a great impression of what a deputy and a senior officer should be. Chuck never made me feel as if I were to new to be important. When he noticed that I was making a mistake, he took time to explain with out belittling. Many of the older guys were not as understanding and I hold Chuck in esteem (then and now)I will miss his big laugh and friendly greetings.
Remembering a great man, my condolences to all of you.

Connie Tolman

October 15, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

October 15, 2009

Chuck Christensen Family,
Chuck and I go back to hiring on at the Sheriffs' Department. He was on of the best deputies and Lieutenant in the department. He was a very special friend. He will be missed. Our prayers are with you at this time.
Brent & Sandy Vincent, Henderson, NV

Darrell & Geni Brady

October 15, 2009

Dear Darlene and Family,

We were so saddened to hear of Chuck's passing. We worked together many years. We had some great times deer hunting with all of sons at Scofield. He was great guy to be around whether at work or just hanging around. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Scott Miller

October 15, 2009

Chuck was a great peace officer who was a great friend to many of us. He was a tremendous mediator who could handle any situation and resolve the most difficult of circumstances. He served the citizens with honor and a commitment seldom equalled. One could trust him and count on him to carry out assignments that many were unwilling or incapable of. His efforts as an employee advocate resulted in many longstanding benefits for his fellow peace officers.

We will miss him and wish his family well as they mourn thier loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Darlene

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