1926 ~ 2004
Val Edgar Christensen, 77, graduated with honors from this earthly existence March 4, 2004 surrounded by loving family members. He was a beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend.
Val was born October 31, 1926 to Ruby Tunbridge and Edgar N. Christensen in Levan, Utah. He served his country in the Air-Force from 1943-44 and again from 1950-51. He graduated from Utah State University in 1949.
He married the sweetheart of his life, Darma Hansen on September 28, 1949 in the Salt Lake Temple. Their lives were blessed for 54 years and together they raised four wonderful children and are proud grandparents to 16 grandchildren and a great- grandchild.
Val worked at US Steel Geneva Works for 33 years and then fulfilled a life-long desire to serve a mission with his sweetheart in Leeds England. He was a faithful member of the LDS Church and shared his testimony by his example.
He loved the out of doors and spent many happy years coaching and then umpiring baseball. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, teaching them how to fish, hunt and gather wood. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed spending time with his many friends.
His family was his most cherished possession and he will be greatly missed for his quiet wisdom and faithful support.
He is survived by his wife, Darma; children, Susan (David) Fagan, Kerry, Brad (Sue), Dennis (Jodi); brothers, Norris A. and Neil C. Christensen.
Funeral Services will be held Monday, March 8th at 12:00 noon, at the American Fork North Stake Center, 975 North 60 East, American Fork, UT. Friends and Family are invited to attend a viewing at Anderson and Sons Mortuary, Sunday night March 7th from 6-8 p.m., and at the Stake Center, one hour prior to the service. Burial in the American Fork Cemetery. Military rites preformed by VFW District #4.