Willard Lee Christensen, son of Oscar and Thora Petersen Christensen, was born October 20, 1931 on a farmstead near Ruskin, NE. He entered into his heavenly home with God on December 5, 2003.
Willard was baptized November 22, 1931 by Reverend Carl Nielsen at rural Bethany Lutheran Church, Ruskin, NE. He was confirmed into the Lutheran faith at Bethany on June 9, 1946. He remained a faithful member of Bethany until the time of his death. Willard served the church in many capacities, holding various offices on the Church Council, Superintendent of the Sunday School Program, Church Choir member, enjoyed reading scripture on Sunday morning and was instrumental in the Lord's Acre Day Sales.
Willard attended elementary school at the rural Wiemer Country School and graduated from Ruskin High School in 1949. Following graduation, he continued the family tradition of farming, by working side-by-side with his father the first few years. One of his greatest joys was working with his sons and grandson in the business of caring for the land. He continues his love of farming through this fall's harvest. His many hours of work in the field were truly a labor of love.
On January 21, 1951, Willard married Elaine (Bert) Augusta Schaeffer at the Kiowa Church near Ruskin. They were blessed with three children, Pat, Bruce, and Mark. The couple made their home on a farm near Ruskin until 1978, when they moved to Ruskin.
Willard demonstrated his patriotism by actively serving his country in the United Stats (sic) Army from 1952-1954. His dedication continued with his involvement in the American Legion Post 242 for many years.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Thora, a brother Benjamin Christensen, and grandson, Bryce Mooren.
He is survived by his wife Elaine of Ruskin, one daughter Patricia File and husband James of Courtland, KS; two son's (sic) Bruce and wife Cheryl of Hardy, NE and Mark and wife Joni of Lincoln, NE; seven grandchildren, one brother, Donald and wife Pauline of Riceville, IA as well as a sister-in-law Charlotte Christensen of Superior, NE along with a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were held on Monday, December 8, 2003 at11:00 (sic) A.M. from the Bethany Lutheran Church in Ruskin, NE with Rev. Evelyn Phillips officiating. Music was "One Day At A Time" sung by Dana Christensen. "Amazing Grace" sung by Amanda Mooren, a piano selection. "How Great Thou Art" played by April Christensen, and congregational hymns, with Dorcus Judy as organist. Memories of grandpa were given by Krista Boden.
Pallbearers were Doyle Christensen, Randy Christensen, Larry Judy, Dan Christensen, Steve Christensen and Jay Buckles. Honorary bearers were Keith Schultz, Hartley Petersen, Berwyn Petersen, Verlan Mussmann, Beauford Hoyer and Greg Stichka.
Interment with military rites by the Ruskin American Legion Post #242 was in the Spring Creek Cemetery at Ruskin, NE.
Memorials may go to the Bethany Lutheran Church.
Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, NE was in charge of the arrangements.
The Nelson Gazette, Thursday, December 11, 2003; pg. 3
Willard was baptized November 22, 1931 by Reverend Carl Nielsen at rural Bethany Lutheran Church, Ruskin, NE. He was confirmed into the Lutheran faith at Bethany on June 9, 1946. He remained a faithful member of Bethany until the time of his death. Willard served the church in many capacities, holding various offices on the Church Council, Superintendent of the Sunday School Program, Church Choir member, enjoyed reading scripture on Sunday morning and was instrumental in the Lord's Acre Day Sales.
Willard attended elementary school at the rural Wiemer Country School and graduated from Ruskin High School in 1949. Following graduation, he continued the family tradition of farming, by working side-by-side with his father the first few years. One of his greatest joys was working with his sons and grandson in the business of caring for the land. He continues his love of farming through this fall's harvest. His many hours of work in the field were truly a labor of love.
On January 21, 1951, Willard married Elaine (Bert) Augusta Schaeffer at the Kiowa Church near Ruskin. They were blessed with three children, Pat, Bruce, and Mark. The couple made their home on a farm near Ruskin until 1978, when they moved to Ruskin.
Willard demonstrated his patriotism by actively serving his country in the United Stats (sic) Army from 1952-1954. His dedication continued with his involvement in the American Legion Post 242 for many years.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Thora, a brother Benjamin Christensen, and grandson, Bryce Mooren.
He is survived by his wife Elaine of Ruskin, one daughter Patricia File and husband James of Courtland, KS; two son's (sic) Bruce and wife Cheryl of Hardy, NE and Mark and wife Joni of Lincoln, NE; seven grandchildren, one brother, Donald and wife Pauline of Riceville, IA as well as a sister-in-law Charlotte Christensen of Superior, NE along with a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were held on Monday, December 8, 2003 at11:00 (sic) A.M. from the Bethany Lutheran Church in Ruskin, NE with Rev. Evelyn Phillips officiating. Music was "One Day At A Time" sung by Dana Christensen. "Amazing Grace" sung by Amanda Mooren, a piano selection. "How Great Thou Art" played by April Christensen, and congregational hymns, with Dorcus Judy as organist. Memories of grandpa were given by Krista Boden.
Pallbearers were Doyle Christensen, Randy Christensen, Larry Judy, Dan Christensen, Steve Christensen and Jay Buckles. Honorary bearers were Keith Schultz, Hartley Petersen, Berwyn Petersen, Verlan Mussmann, Beauford Hoyer and Greg Stichka.
Interment with military rites by the Ruskin American Legion Post #242 was in the Spring Creek Cemetery at Ruskin, NE.
Memorials may go to the Bethany Lutheran Church.
Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, NE was in charge of the arrangements.
The Nelson Gazette, Thursday, December 11, 2003; pg. 3
Willard Lee Christensen, son of Oscar and Thora Petersen Christensen, was born October 20, 1931 on a farmstead near Ruskin, NE. He entered into his heavenly home with God on December 5, 2003.
Willard was baptized November 22, 1931 by Reverend Carl Nielsen at rural Bethany Lutheran Church, Ruskin, NE. He was confirmed into the Lutheran faith at Bethany on June 9, 1946. He remained a faithful member of Bethany until the time of his death. Willard served the church in many capacities, holding various offices on the Church Council, Superintendent of the Sunday School Program, Church Choir member, enjoyed reading scripture on Sunday morning and was instrumental in the Lord's Acre Day Sales.
Willard attended elementary school at the rural Wiemer Country School and graduated from Ruskin High School in 1949. Following graduation, he continued the family tradition of farming, by working side-by-side with his father the first few years. One of his greatest joys was working with his sons and grandson in the business of caring for the land. He continues his love of farming through this fall's harvest. His many hours of work in the field were truly a labor of love.
On January 21, 1951, Willard married Elaine (Bert) Augusta Schaeffer at the Kiowa Church near Ruskin. They were blessed with three children, Pat, Bruce, and Mark. The couple made their home on a farm near Ruskin until 1978, when they moved to Ruskin.
Willard demonstrated his patriotism by actively serving his country in the United Stats (sic) Army from 1952-1954. His dedication continued with his involvement in the American Legion Post 242 for many years.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Thora, a brother Benjamin Christensen, and grandson, Bryce Mooren.
He is survived by his wife Elaine of Ruskin, one daughter Patricia File and husband James of Courtland, KS; two son's (sic) Bruce and wife Cheryl of Hardy, NE and Mark and wife Joni of Lincoln, NE; seven grandchildren, one brother, Donald and wife Pauline of Riceville, IA as well as a sister-in-law Charlotte Christensen of Superior, NE along with a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were held on Monday, December 8, 2003 at11:00 (sic) A.M. from the Bethany Lutheran Church in Ruskin, NE with Rev. Evelyn Phillips officiating. Music was "One Day At A Time" sung by Dana Christensen. "Amazing Grace" sung by Amanda Mooren, a piano selection. "How Great Thou Art" played by April Christensen, and congregational hymns, with Dorcus Judy as organist. Memories of grandpa were given by Krista Boden.
Pallbearers were Doyle Christensen, Randy Christensen, Larry Judy, Dan Christensen, Steve Christensen and Jay Buckles. Honorary bearers were Keith Schultz, Hartley Petersen, Berwyn Petersen, Verlan Mussmann, Beauford Hoyer and Greg Stichka.
Interment with military rites by the Ruskin American Legion Post #242 was in the Spring Creek Cemetery at Ruskin, NE.
Memorials may go to the Bethany Lutheran Church.
Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, NE was in charge of the arrangements.
The Nelson Gazette, Thursday, December 11, 2003; pg. 3
Willard was baptized November 22, 1931 by Reverend Carl Nielsen at rural Bethany Lutheran Church, Ruskin, NE. He was confirmed into the Lutheran faith at Bethany on June 9, 1946. He remained a faithful member of Bethany until the time of his death. Willard served the church in many capacities, holding various offices on the Church Council, Superintendent of the Sunday School Program, Church Choir member, enjoyed reading scripture on Sunday morning and was instrumental in the Lord's Acre Day Sales.
Willard attended elementary school at the rural Wiemer Country School and graduated from Ruskin High School in 1949. Following graduation, he continued the family tradition of farming, by working side-by-side with his father the first few years. One of his greatest joys was working with his sons and grandson in the business of caring for the land. He continues his love of farming through this fall's harvest. His many hours of work in the field were truly a labor of love.
On January 21, 1951, Willard married Elaine (Bert) Augusta Schaeffer at the Kiowa Church near Ruskin. They were blessed with three children, Pat, Bruce, and Mark. The couple made their home on a farm near Ruskin until 1978, when they moved to Ruskin.
Willard demonstrated his patriotism by actively serving his country in the United Stats (sic) Army from 1952-1954. His dedication continued with his involvement in the American Legion Post 242 for many years.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Thora, a brother Benjamin Christensen, and grandson, Bryce Mooren.
He is survived by his wife Elaine of Ruskin, one daughter Patricia File and husband James of Courtland, KS; two son's (sic) Bruce and wife Cheryl of Hardy, NE and Mark and wife Joni of Lincoln, NE; seven grandchildren, one brother, Donald and wife Pauline of Riceville, IA as well as a sister-in-law Charlotte Christensen of Superior, NE along with a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were held on Monday, December 8, 2003 at11:00 (sic) A.M. from the Bethany Lutheran Church in Ruskin, NE with Rev. Evelyn Phillips officiating. Music was "One Day At A Time" sung by Dana Christensen. "Amazing Grace" sung by Amanda Mooren, a piano selection. "How Great Thou Art" played by April Christensen, and congregational hymns, with Dorcus Judy as organist. Memories of grandpa were given by Krista Boden.
Pallbearers were Doyle Christensen, Randy Christensen, Larry Judy, Dan Christensen, Steve Christensen and Jay Buckles. Honorary bearers were Keith Schultz, Hartley Petersen, Berwyn Petersen, Verlan Mussmann, Beauford Hoyer and Greg Stichka.
Interment with military rites by the Ruskin American Legion Post #242 was in the Spring Creek Cemetery at Ruskin, NE.
Memorials may go to the Bethany Lutheran Church.
Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, NE was in charge of the arrangements.
The Nelson Gazette, Thursday, December 11, 2003; pg. 3
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