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John Christensen Obituary

John Christensen July 8, 1935 - April 24, 2010 John was born and raised on a farm in Iowa. He was a graduate of Drake University. John had a long and diverse career including 21 years at Deloitte & Touche. In 1972, John found his real passion - Little League. He umpired, was Assistant District Administrator for 21 years and then District Administrator. John had the prestigious honor of umpiring four Little League World Series. John was a member of Hope Evangelical Lutheran Church and a board member of the Optimist Club. He is survived by his son Todd Christensen, daughter-in-law Jennipher, grandsons Max and Sam; daughter Andrea Kiya, son-in-law Jon, grandchildren Elise and Mitchell; and his long-time companion Shirley Gillis. A memorial service will be held Friday, April 30 at 1:30 at Hope Evangelical Lutheran Church, 600 W. 42nd Ave., San Mateo.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle on Apr. 27, 2010.

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May 1, 2010

An Awesome person! We miss you.
Susan Hoffheins
Member of Hope Lutheran Church

Michael Burns

April 30, 2010

We were sad to hear of John's passing. We all will miss having you in the league! Vaguely watched him umpiring the majors back in 1970 when I played in SMLLA minors.

Julie Leigh

April 30, 2010

Very sad to hear of John's passing. The Board of Directors of San Mateo Little League American wishing to send their condolences to the family.

Ed & Kathy White

April 28, 2010

Todd, Drea, Shirley, Sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathies for you and your families. If it were not for Shirley we would never have met such a wonderful man with a big heart. He will be missed by all.

Lydell & Barbara Christensen

April 28, 2010

Dear Todd and Drea, Barbara and I are very sad to hear of John's passing. You have our deepest sympathies. He and I were lifelong friends and I have many great memories of our years growing up together in Iowa. We will miss him. Our best to Shirley, as well. Deacon

Suzanne (Nedeau) Weber

April 27, 2010

Todd, Drea, Shirley, so sorry for your loss. My greatest sympathies for you and your families. He was a good man with a big heart. He fought a good fight. He will be missed by all.

James Centofanti

April 27, 2010

I was extremely saddened to hear of John's passing. John was a wonderful and caring man whose eyes lit up when talking about Little League baseball. My deepest condolences to his family and Shirley.

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