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Marvin Christensen Obituary
Passed away peacefully on May 29, 2021, surrounded by his loving family after a long battle with cancer, at the age of 74. Beloved husband and best-friend of Christine. Caring and devoted dad of Leann (Bob) Stephans and Pam (Kurt) Johnson. Adored papa of Sydney, Ellie and Kage. Dear brother of Roy (Helene), Larry (Joyce), the late Melvin, Jeff (Sue) and Jane (Bill) Steck. Marv will be greatly missed by his sister-in-laws Martha (the late Gus) Lamelas and Estela (the late Jamie) Minor, in addition to many other relatives and friends.
A Gathering will be held on Thursday June 3, 2021, at the funeral home, from 4 PM until the time of Prayer Service 6 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will the held on Tuesday June 8, 2021 at the Basilica of St. Josaphat, 2333 S. 6th St. Milwaukee, at 10 AM. Burial at St. Adalbert Cemetery will follow Mass. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated by the family.
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Memories and Condolences
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Susan
February 6, 2024
Marvin with his brother Melvin, playing horseshoes. A favorite past time of the Christensen Family.
Mary Hansen
June 6, 2021
Loss of our loved ones is the most difficult of sufferings. Marv was such a clever, accomplished, loving man that his world will surely miss. Please accept my sympathy.
Sharon Peterson
June 6, 2021
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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