Odell C. Christiansen

Odell Christiansen Obituary

Odell C.Christiansen 1930 ~ 2004 Odell C. Christiansen (Digger) son of Carl and Nettie (Bridges) Christiansen died peacefully at his home with his family by his side on February 14th, 2004. He was born on September 22nd, 1930 in Monroe, Utah. He graduated from South Sevier High School in 1948. He served in the National Guard for two years before he was activated in 1950. He was stationed at Fort Lewis, Washington for four months then was shipped to Korea. After his active duty he graduated from Branch Agriculture College in Cedar City. He graduated from Utah State University in 1954. He started his teaching career in 1955 with the North Sanpete School District. He began teaching at Moroni High School and then transferred to North Sanpete High School where he taught and was active in coaching basketball, football, baseball and retired with 32 years of service. Each summer he worked for the United States Government, Manti LaSal District Forest Service. He retired form there in January 1998. Odell fell in December of 1997 leaving him paralyzed. He remained at his home where he received "Tender Loving Care" from his wife, children and grandchildren. Odell will be remembered by his family, and all who knew him as a very kind, loving and patient man. Odell served faithfully in various callings in the LDS church including: Bishopric, High Council in the Mt. Pleasant Stake, he also served in the Manti Temple. Odell married Dorothy Jean "Jeannie" Nelson on March 30th, 1962 in the Manti Temple. They are the Parents of Robert, Dennis (Tricia) Mt. Pleasant, Lana (Stan) Logandale, Nevada, Lori (Todd) McBride, West Jordan, Lynette (Trent) Harmon, Nephi. He has 21 grandchildren. A viewing will be held at the Rasmussen Funeral Home 96 North 100 West in Mt. Pleasant on Monday, February 16th, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. His funeral will be held at the Mt. Pleasant Utah North Stake Center on February 17th, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. with a viewing one hour prior to services.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune from Feb. 15 to Feb. 16, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Odell Christiansen

9 Entries

Shawn Christiansen

February 18, 2004

In my memory of Uncle Odell, I remember a happy, easygoing, and kind man. From what I hear these are traits from Grandma Nettie. Uncle Odell loved the outdoors and my fondest memories of him are of deer hunting with all the Christiansen uncles and cousins. May God bless and comfort your home during your great loss.

Evan & Judy Nelson

February 17, 2004

May you all be comforted by the knowledge that Odell is with our Lord. And may your memories bring you peace and surround you with love. Our love and prayers,

Evan and Judy

Edna Olsen Neilson

February 17, 2004

Dear Jeannie, Just wanted to let you know how sorry I am for the loss of your husband. I always admired him and enjoyed being around him at school and church. I can only imagine how you are feeling right now. I guess the only comforting thing about it is that he is not suffering any longer. I didn't know he had been paralyzed -I was sorry to hear that. What love and devotion on you and your family's part to care for him all these years. I have fond memories of you too, and the times you did my mother's hair for her when you were dating Don. YOu put the 1st and only color on her hair! May god bless you and your sweet family and to help you through this trying time.

Love,

Edna Olsen Neilson

Sandra Lay Carter

February 17, 2004

Jean and Family,

I want to express my sympathy to you. I knew Odell from North Sanpete when he first started there and always enjoyed his friendship. He was in my home many times when he would come to Salt Lake with my father, H. Kay Lay on school business. He was a

great man and our family thought a lot of him. May God bless you all at this time. Love, Sandra Lay Carter

RITA MCMURRAY

February 17, 2004

I will keep your family in my prayers. Please be strong and know that your loved one is in a better place. Lots of love and prayers are with you. God Bless.

Mona Lou Blakeley

February 16, 2004

Nola and your brothers ar going to miss.. Your Dad and Mom were very

special. I think that is why you, Nola, and the boys are so special and such wonderful people. I don't know your children, but they were lucky to have you as a Dad.

Love from your cousin Mona Lou

Paul Hafen

February 16, 2004

What a great man and wonderful teacher. I went to North Sanpete High School and had only one class from him, but it touched me and I am saddened to know that he is not with us any more. He touched many lives. He was a great example for all of us.

Kim Weinreb

February 15, 2004

I grew up in Mt. Pleasant and remember Mr. Christiansen. I went to elementary school with Lynette and enjoyed going to her house to play. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.

Kim Whiting Weinreb

Lori McBride

February 15, 2004

I love you Dad! I miss you already.

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