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DAVE CHRISTENSEN
Date of Passing: Jun 21, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryDAVE (STRETCH) CHRISTENSEN Suddenly, from complications of heart disease on Sunday, June 21, 2015, at University Hospital in London, Dave "Stretch" Christensen passed away at the age of 68. Beloved husband of Jan Christensen for 44 years. Loving father of Ed (Holly) Christensen, Kevin (Heidi) Christensen and Jennifer (Murray) Woolvett. Beloved son of Sadie and Ken Christensen. Cherished brother of Bertha (Mervyn) Grierson, Marguerite (Bob) Stefaniuk, and Jeanette (Ross) Purchase. Treasured grandfather of five grandchildren. Lovingly remembered by 14 nieces and nephews. Dave was born and raised in Winnipeg, graduating from the University of Winnipeg in 1974. He graduated from Toronto Teachers College in 1970. "Stretch" played basketball throughout High School and University, and was an avid athlete throughout his life, playing baseball, hockey (goalie) and golf. Upon completing his schooling, Dave taught for 40 years including design and technology at Colborne Street School in Corunna. He loved being outdoors, especially fishing, whether it be at the cottage or on his yearly fishing trip with the guys. Dave was a long term resident of Point Edward. He volunteered with many organizations including United Way, ETFO and BAC, and was twice recognized as volunteer of the year by United Way. Dave was very active within St. Paul's Anglican Church. He was happiest being with family, whether at home, travelling, or at the cottage. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at St. Paul's Anglican Church, 210 Michigan Ave, Point Edward, on Monday, June 29, 2015, at 3:00 p.m. After the service, there will be a celebration of Dave's life at the church in a fashion that Dave would be proud of. The family asks that no black or dark clothes be worn; instead, bright colours and hockey or sports jerseys/sweaters are encouraged. As per family request, in lieu of flowers, bereavement cards and donations may be made to the Multi-Organ Transplant Program at London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC). Cheques only at the funeral home please. Arrangements entrusted to: SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 1576 London Line, Sarnia. Memories and condolences may be sent online at www.smithfuneralhome.ca
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 27, 2015
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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Dave was a fun childhood friend. As a 6th grader, I organized 3 off beat leagues: (1) table hockey; (2) electric baseball (3) 2 on 2 street soccer on Kenwood Place. I recruited Dave as a player in all 3 leagues! I have fond childhood memories of those days. Except for the day the cops got called by a neighbor because the ball went into their yard! I still recall the police cruiser pulling up. I (age 11) told the kids, "Let me handle it!" I overheard one officer say sarcastically to his partner, 'Oooh, their leader!" By chance, I sat with him on a plane ride to Winnipeg when I was in grad school. We hadn't seen each other in years. So it was a warm time of reminiscing. - Posted by: Don Swanson (friend and classmate at Norberry and Dakota Colledgiate in St. Vital.) on: Jan 16, 2016
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Great athlete & teammate. - Posted by: Jan Kreutzer (Team mate Norberry, & Dakota.) on: Jun 27, 2015