My grandpa-- Arnold Christensen

Obituary Information

Arnold Christensen
July 26, 1936 ~ March 25, 2009
Our loving husband, father and grandfather, Arnold Christensen, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2009 due to complications with diabetes. He was born July 26, 1936 in Salt Lake City to Walter A. Christensen and Joyce Pierce Christensen. He was a graduate of Granite High School where he was later inducted into their Hall of Fame. He attended the University of Utah and also received various honorary degrees from institutions throughout the state.
Arnold’s greatest love is his family. He married his eternal sweetheart Necia Ann Larsen in the Salt Lake City Temple on May 10, 1956. They raised three daughters and one son. He shared many fond memories with his family including golfing, fishing, hunting, ball games and family vacations. He set an example for all who knew him. His life was filled with service and love. He was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where he served in many capacities, including Bishop, Stake President and Mission President in Raleigh, North Carolina. He owned and operated Christensen Electric and served on the Cottonwood Hospital Board of Directors. He was elected to the Utah State Senate where he served for 17 years; 10 years as President. He also served as President of the National Congress of State Legislators.
Arnold is survived by his loving wife, Ann; children, Valerie (Jeff) Cutrer, Cheryl (Kraig) Berrett, Kathy (Lowell) Hansen, Bruce (Tara) Christensen; 16 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren; brother, Walter R. (Zada) Christensen; sisters, Joy (George) Batty and Jeanne (Lee) Eyre. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Bonnie Christensen.
Funeral Services will be held Saturday, March 28th at 12 noon at the Draper 6th Ward, 12870 So. 1300 E., Draper. Visitations will be held Friday, March 27th from 6-8 pm at Larkin Sunset Gardens Mortuary, 1950 E. 10600 So., Sandy, and one hour prior to services at the Ward on Saturday.

Grandpa, you have touched my life more than you would ever imagine. The memories that you have left me with are some of my most treasured ones. The many family vacations, our time with you at the cabin, even my time with you at the Senate. And more recently, the many times I went to St. George and spent time with you. My children adore you and my husband loves you like his own grandpa. You have touched every aspect of my life and I am so grateful for the chance we had to have you come visit us in September. I will never understand the bond you and Hallie had and how you both would get sick with the same thing at the same time. Watch over her from the other side, please. I could not have asked for a better role model and grandpa! We will miss you immensely!