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Gordon Christensen Obituary

Christensen, Gordon R. Of Mequon, former long time resident of Whitefish Bay. Surrounded by his loving family, Gordon Entered into Eternal Life on Monday, August 18, 2008, at the age of 93 years. He was married to the love of his life, Marjorie M. (nee McFate) for 68 years. Loving father of Sharon (Al) Klug, Trish (Tom) Savage and Greg (Michelle) Christensen. Proud grandfather of Candice, Chris (fiancée Rachel Feen) and Jeff Klug, Ryan (Karin), Patrick and Molly Savage, Rachel, Heidi and Sam Christensen and Lauren, Tyler and Nathan Haberman. Great-grandfather of Jack and Maggie Savage. Dear brother of the late Dolores (Don) Hoener. Further survived by other loving relatives and dear friends. The family will receive friends at NEWCASTLE PLACE-CHAPEL, 12600 N. Port Washington Rd., Mequon, on Friday, August 22, from 10 AM until time of Funeral Services at 11 AM. Burial will be private for the family at Wisconsin Memorial Park. Memorials in Gordon's name may be directed to Smile Train, 41 Madison Avenue, 28th Floor, New York, NY 10010, or a charity of the donor's choice. Gordon was a man of many interests. He was very knowledgeable on many subjects, well-traveled and always upbeat. He will be deeply missed and never forgotten. SCHMIDT & BARTELT Funeral and Cremation Services Mequon 262-241-8085 www.schmidtandbartelt.com

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Aug. 20, 2008.

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Betty Jo Andrews

August 24, 2008

I was very sorry to hear of Uncle Gordon's death. I remember many happy times when the cousins and family got together, and Gordon was a big part of that. To Aunt Marjorie, Sharon, Trish and Greg - my hearfelt condolences.

Tom, Jim and Patty Eby

August 21, 2008

Gordon was a BIG part of our lives growing up on Kent Avenue and we will never forget his laughter and outgoing personality.
He was a wonderful neighbor and great friend to our family!!
Our thoughts are with you!

Chuck McFate

August 21, 2008

I WAS SORRY TO HEAR OF UNCLE GORDON'S PASSING. I THINK BY ANY MEASURE HE LIVED A FULL LIFE.
AUNT MARJORIE, SHARON, TRISH & GREG, I REMEMBER SO MANY GREAT TIMES WE HAD OVER THE YEARS. MAY GOD'S LOVE, COMFORT AND SUPPORT YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES IN THIS TIME OF LOSS.

Sherry Lullo

August 21, 2008

Very sorry to hear of Gordon's death. I worked for Gordon ("Mr. Christensen" to me) at Red Star Yeast for about five years, from the very late 50's to the early 60's. He was the most kind, considerate person to work for and very well respected by all who came in contact with him. He certainly was upbeat and had a wonderful sense of humor. He was one of those rare people who make this world a better place in which to live.

Jean Hicks

August 21, 2008

So sorry to hear of Gordon's death! What a wonderful and upbeat person he was. Please know Marjorie, Trish, Sharon and Greg that you and all of your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
I am working on friday for a person who is attending her mother's funeral so will not be able to come for Gordon's service, but I'll be there in thought.

Jim Partleton

August 20, 2008

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

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