Christine Marie "Chris" Carlson

1955 - 2021

Christine "Chris" Marie Carlson, age 65, passed away on Nov. 18, 2021. She was born on Dec. 12, 1955.
Chris was born and raised in Minnesota and graduated from high school there. She then moved to California and lived in San Diego where she worked for 7-Eleven for many years. She moved to Lake Havasu City in 2005. While living in Havasu, she worked for Kmart for several years before retiring.
Chris was the proud significant other of a veteran (Richard) and was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. She was often heard telling everyone how proud she was of Richard's Purple Heart that he was awarded from his service in Vietnam.
For Chris it was all about family; she loved, and was loved by, her family very much. Chris enjoyed decorating for Christmas; she loved the holiday season. She was the heart of the family and always had a smile on her face and a hug for her family and friends.
We know Chris is in a better place without pain, but we will all miss her terribly.
Chris is survived by her significant other, Richard H. Apple of Lake Havasu City, Arizona; sons Daniel G. Frandsen of Lake Havasu City, and Richard G. Williams Jr. of San Diego; brother, George Frandsen of St. Paul, Minnesota; as well as many friends.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. January 9, 2022, at VFW Post 9401, 266 London Bridge Road, Lake Havasu City, Arizona.
Arrangements were placed into the care of Lietz-Fraze Funeral Home.
Thoughts and condolences may be submitted to the family at www.lietz-frazefuneralhome.com.