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Christian Lausten Obituary
The family moved to Napa, CA IN 1962 where Chris spent most of his life. He enjoyed playing basketball, soccer, baseball, and snow skiing.
Chris graduated from Napa High School in 1974. He attended Chico State University and earned an Associate Degree. Chris served his country in the Navy for 5 years as a Personnel Specialist in Oxnard and Sicily.
When Chris returned from overseas and earned an honorable discharge from the Navy he worked at Queen of the Valley Hospital in food service and promoted to Security. Chris then went to work in security at the Vacaville Correctional and Rehabilitation Facility.
Chris moved to Rapid City, South Dakota in 2010. He loved living near the Black Hills and enjoying the beautiful surroundings of South Dakota.
Chris was predeceased by his younger brother, Michael Bruce Lausten in 2002. He is survived by his sisters, Deborah Turner, Sherry Mafort, her husband John Mafort, their children Adam Mafort and Adam's daughter Abigail, Katlynn De La O and her husband Andres De La O. Chris is survived by his best and dear friends, Roger and Marilou Yarber, and Roxann Dealy. He is also survived by his former wife, Gini Appleby, whom he remained friends with and kept in touch.
Christian was a great brother, uncle, and friend to all who knew him. A kind and gentle soul whose time had come. May he rest in peace and know he was loved.
There will not be a service or memorial respecting his wishes. Please remember him in your prayers. God bless.
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Beth Beach
April 17, 2025
I just found out about Chris' death and want to send my condolences to all members of his family and to all of his friends. I got to know Chris when he was married to one of my best friends, Gini. It was fun to get together with them and know how much they cared for one another. RIP Chris, you were definitely one of the "good guys".
Khris Marquez
March 22, 2025
I grew up living in the same neighborhood. We went to school together. He was a very nice guy. RIP Chris
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Marilou Yarber
March 14, 2025
Chris was like a 3rd child to me. He was with my son a lot in Napa. When he moved to South Dakota, he was with my son all the time, so he was family. Always so kind and helpful. When my son didn´t answer his phone, just called Chris he always answered. Will miss him.
Roxann Dealy
March 14, 2025
Chris was like family to us and we will miss him.
Sarah Dealy
March 13, 2025
Chris was such a beautiful and gentle soul, and always had a nice thing to say to everyone. He will be truly missed.
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