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2025

Dwayne Christiansen Obituary

Dwayne Robert Christiansen

September 23, 1953 - May 24, 2025

Tacoma, Washington - Dwayne "Do" Christiansen passed away peacefully on May 24, 2025, at the age of 71. He attended St. Ann's, Bellarmine Prep, & proudly served in the US Navy.

He was preceded in death by his parents Wayne & Terry, & is survived by his wife Beth, sisters Cindy (Gary) Bryant, Susan (Phil) Carmichael, his twin Terry Lee (Mark) Bender, along with extended family & dear friends. Rest in Peace dear brother.

A Private Family Memorial service will be held at Tahoma National Cemetery.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) from Jun. 10 to Jun. 15, 2025.

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Cindy Bryant

September 18, 2025

Dear Brother, I miss your smiling face! I talk to you daily as I look at the last photo of us all together. I know you laugh as I say, "Hey Dwayne". I know you are well and are surrounded by our people. Please continue to watch over us.

John M Lyman

July 8, 2025

Chris was my best man at my wedding, because he was the best man and best friend any one could meet. He was a lot of mens best friend because he was easy to be around and a lot of fun and always there for people. He laugh a lot and knew how to be a friend, he was genuine. Thank you Lord for putting Dwayne, Chris, Do, in my life. Rest in peace Bro

Suey

July 1, 2025

Happy man!

Herbert Mayberry

June 18, 2025

Dwayne and I served together on The USS Dixon, he was one of my very best friends. I can't believe he's gone. The Lord has him now.

Morry and Pam

June 12, 2025

Sending our love and prayers to you all during this time of grief. May God bless you all. Friends forever !!
Morry, Pam and family

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