Paul Christophersen Obituary

Paul Christophersen

Paul Alan Christophersen passed away on February 10, 2025 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was born on November 20, 1953, in Engelwood, New Jersey. Paul was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend.

Throughout his life, Paul excelled in his career, starting as a Traveling Lab Technician at ICM and later transitioning to various sales and managerial roles in different transportation services companies like Upjohn, Northwest Transport Services, Uinta Transportation Services, Sun Freightways, and Viking Freight/FedEx.

Aside from his professional achievements, Paul had a passion for playing the guitar, camping, fishing, and science, being a proud member of The Albuquerque Astronomical Society.

Paul will be deeply missed by his wife, Patricia Christophersen, his children Andrew, Anna, and David Christophersen, his grandchildren Dylan Madrigal, Devin, and Rylee Christophersen, as well as his extended family and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents Leonard and Ruth Christophersen, and his sister Diana Rodger.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to organizations that were close to Paul's heart, such as Doctors Without Borders, the World Food Program, and various other charitable donations.

Paul's legacy of hard work, dedication, and passion for life will forever be remembered by all who knew him.

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Published by Albuquerque Journal on Feb. 23, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
for Paul Christophersen

10 Entries

Gay Stapleton

April 10, 2025

So very sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Bethany Bordeaux

March 31, 2025

Paul was always a favorite cousin of mine. His laugh was infectious! My fondest memories of him include him taking me to swim in the ocean - to a little kid who was used to being pummeled by the waves, I was shocked that they didn´t knock him down and felt invincible being with him! Also had an epic memory of playing pool when I was about 11...maybe he taught me to play? And swinging my upside down when I was a toddler. I called it the "Liberty Bell" and would sing out "ding ding ding ding" and then giggle hysterically. We will miss you dearly Paul! All my love to Pat and my cousins.

Barbara Daniel

March 30, 2025

Paul was not just a cousin, but a dear friend, when we were children and throughout our lives. We shared a love for nature and the outdoors, and just enjoyed each other's company, whether it was bike riding when I visited his family as a kid, or hiking through NJ pinelands, going to the beach, visiting the zoo, or walking the foothills of the Sandia Mountains. Although we lived in different states or halfway across the country, we managed to keep in touch and plan visits to our respective homes throughout most of our lives. We enjoyed much of the same music and also a deep love for dogs. I feel so privileged to have had Paul a part of my life. Even when health problems prevented us from visiting one another in more recent years, we always managed to keep in touch with phone calls and e-mails. I miss Paul and will always miss him.

Rick

March 4, 2025

Always enjoyed talking music and guitars with him. He will be missed.

Vernon Duncan

February 27, 2025

I'm sorry to hear about Paul's passing.He was a good friend and coworker.My condolences to his wonderful family.

Martin Chavez

February 26, 2025

Paul was the person that hired me at Sun Freight Ways. I will always be appreciative that he gave me the opportunity to work for him. He was a great Boss and became a wonderful friend. Spent a lot of time on the golf courses and made a lot of wonderful memories. I will miss my friend. I hope that I was able to give him some joy during his last months as he struggled. I would stop by to see him and enjoy a cold beer and reminisce about old and good times. May he rest in peace. Thanks for being a Boss and Friend.

Michelle (Liberti) Petersen

February 23, 2025

Uncle Paul loved music. When I was young, he introduced me to quite a few bands but the one that sticks out the most was The Doors. I remember being at the house and watching as he played the guitar thinking how cool it was. I loved going ice fishing and camping with him and my dad and all of the cousins numerous times a year and watching all of the guys play poker and smoke their tobacco pipes during parties while us kids ran around like heathens. A lot of my childhood was spent at his house swimming and cooking with my cousins and listening to music and Uncle Paul was always the first to pull a prank on one of us kids, or throw Aunt Pat in the pool to get a laugh. He was a great dude. The kind of guy that was easy to talk to, made you feel important, and always asked good questions. I am lucky that his kids got a lot of his great traits and I get to experience more of that. He will be sorely missed by all, and I am thankful that he is finally at peace.

Michael

February 23, 2025

I am deeply saddened by the loss of Paul. He was a wonderful person who brought joy and warmth to everyone around him. My heart goes out to Anna and the entire family during this incredibly difficult time.

Please know that I am here for Anna and all of you, offering support and love in any way I can. Paul´s memory will always live on, and we will continue to honor him together.

With heartfelt sympathy,
Michael Walters

Michael

February 23, 2025

I am deeply saddened by the loss of Paul. He was a wonderful person who brought joy and warmth to everyone around him. My heart goes out to Pat, Andrew, Anna, and David during this incredibly difficult time.

Please know that I am here for Anna and all of you, offering support and love in any way I can. Paul´s memory will always live on, and we will continue to honor him together.

With heartfelt sympathy,
Michael

Ray Thomas

February 23, 2025

Worked with Paul at NW and had contact with him at numerous freight companies. Very friendly guy and fun to be around. So sorry to hear of his passing. My deepest condolences.

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