Luverne (Chris) Christensen

Luverne (Chris) Edward Christensen was born on December 1, 1938 in Freeborn County the son of Edward and Martha (Davidson) Christensen. Chris attended school in Albert Lea and then served his country in the US Marines.  He was united in marriage to Joan Heilman on July 23, 1958 in Cherry Point, North Carolina.  After his discharge the couple returned to Albert Lea where Chris was a realtor and owned several business’s including Dog-n-Suds and the Bend In The Road.  He retired from working in 1997.  Chris enjoyed gardening and being in nature, traveling and spending time and doing things for his children.  He had a great sense of humor that was shared with his family and many friends.  Chris was a member of the Elks Club, Union Center, Eagles and the VFW.
Chris is survived by his daughter Tari Ferrie; sons Troy Christensen, Tab (KiKi) Christensen and Ty Christensen; grandchildren Rikki, Jaimi, Cali, Tina, Elliott, Torey, Taven, Kailey and Evy;  3 great-grandchildren. sister Linda (Wayne) Nelson; brother Dave (Jeanine) Christensen; and brother-in-law Larry Knutson.
Chris was preceded in death by his parents, wife Joan, brother Duane Christensen in childhood, sister La Vonne Knutson, and his in-laws Floyd (Lefty) and Hazel (Crocker) Heilman.
Memorials can be sent to 73309 224th St. Albert Leam MN 56007