William Christensen

William "Bill" C. Christensen, age 76, of Tomahawk, passed away on August 2, 2008 at his home. He was born September 25, 1932 in Tomahawk to the late Fred and Vera Christensen. Bill grew up in West Craft with 3 Sisters and 6 Brothers. After Graduation he moved to Milwaukee, where he worked for National Container and met his beautiful wife, Gaynel, they were married June 25, 1955 in Park Falls. Later he got a job in construction, working for his childhood friends, Bill and Jim Johnson. Except for living in Milwaukee, Sussex and Arizona, most of his life was spent in the town he so loved, Tomahawk. Bill found great pleasure helping his daughters and grandsons fix up their homes or cars. But he was the happiest when he got to work with the young Daigle boys and it was a real treat to be able to work with them at their shop. He was quick with his wit, and warm hearted toward others and loved children. He was an avid reader, card player(cheater), crossword puzzler and Jeopardy fan. Survivors include his Wife Gaynel Christensen of Tomahawk, 3 Daughters, Kelly (John) Peterson of Madison, WI, Sherry Fraser of Watertown, WI, and Judy (Jim Kolpin) Christensen of Plymouth, WI, 1 Brother, Mike (Joann) Christensen , and 1 Sister June (John) Dupont, both of Tomahawk. Bill is further survived by 3 Grandchildren, Dustin, Zackary, and Savannah, and 2 Great Grandchildren, Dylan and Pheonix. He was preceded in death by his Parents, 2 Sisters, 5 Brothers, and his Son-in-law Todd. Funeral Services for Bill Christensen will be held Wednesday, August 6, 2008 at 11 AM from Grace Lutheran Church in Tomahawk. Rev. Mark Ziemer will officiate with interment at Greenwood Cemetery in Tomahawk. Visitation will take place on Wednesday at the church from 9 AM until the hour of services at 11.