Jeffrey Christenson

Obituary of Jeffrey Christenson

Jeffrey Scott Christenson August 2, 1978 - October 1, 2021 Jeffrey Scott Christenson (@j3effcSTP), 43, passed away peacefully at his home in St. Paul on Friday, October 1, 2021 after a gallant and commendable battle with leukemia. Jeff was a loving and kind father, husband and friend to all. In passing, Jeff leaves behind his wonderful wife of 15 years, Bridget and their children Cecelia (12), Margaret (11), and Henrik (8). Jeff enjoyed singing and playing guitar, working on remodeling projects, biking with friends, watching soccer, going to live concerts, hanging out with his brothers and traveling with his family. He also loved engaging dialogue on Twitter with his poignant and witty commentary. Jeff is also survived by his parents Robert and Susan Christenson of Blaine, brothers Christopher (Katie) Christenson of Minnetrista, Matthew (Sarah) Christenson of Blaine and John (Heather) Christenson of Eagan, his in-laws Paul and Maureen Winberg of Red Wing, sister-in-law Cristine (Jon) Wurm of Robbinsdale, and 10 nieces and nephews. He is preceded in passing by his grandparents Floyd and Peggy Sanner and Clifford and Irene Christenson of Lancaster. Jeff worked as a senior executive compensation consultant for A. J. Gallagher in Minneapolis. He graduated from Spring Lake Park High School (1996), received his bachelor's degree from the University of Minnesota (1999) and juris doctorate from William Mitchel College of Law (2003). A visitation is planned for Wednesday, October 6 from 4-8 p.m. at Willwerscheid Funeral Home, 1167 Grand Avenue, St. Paul. A Celebration of Jeff's Life is planned for 10:30 a.m. on Friday, October 8 at Nativity of Our Lord Church, 1938 Stanford Avenue, St. Paul. An additional visitation will precede the church service at 9:30 a.m. Jeff's story and faith will forever be remembered by all who knew him. #KeepMovingForward A visitation is planned for Wednesday, October 6 from 4-8 p.m. at Willwerscheid Funeral Home, 1167 Grand Avenue, St. Paul. A Celebration of Jeff's Life is planned for 10:30 a.m. on Friday, October 8 at Nativity of Our Lord Church, 1938 Stanford Avenue, St. Paul. An additional visitation will precede the church service at 9:30 a.m.
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