Ronald L. Christenson
February 19, 2012
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Ronald L. Christenson, 68, of Ankeny, died peacefully at home on February 19, 2012, after a long illness. Services will be Thursday, February 23, 2012, at 12:00 p.m., at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue, Des Moines, with burial to follow at Berwick Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, February 22, at the funeral home.
Ron was born in Des Moines on October 19, 1943, to Eyloe (Bonny) Faust and Donald G. Christenson. He attended Johnston High School, and worked for Firestone Tire and Rubber Company for 33 ½ years.
Ron enjoyed boating, camping, fishing, hunting, corvettes, flying model airplanes and helicopters, and repairing almost anything. He also enjoyed motorcycles and rode them most of his life.
Ron will be greatly missed by his wife of 31 years, Diane; daughter, Cherie (Dave) Dreier of New Virginia; and son, Derek (Courtney) Christenson of Johnston; step-sons, Rick (Jamie) Howard of Cleveland, OH, Steve Smith of Texas, Mark Smith of Grimes; and many grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his father, Don; his brother, Gary; and step-son, Rod Smith.
Online condolences may be made to:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Connie Golightly
02/22/2012
Cherie,
I was so sorry to hear about the death of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Donald J. Cunningham
02/21/2012
Ronnie was a man of deep faith, absolute unselfishness, and unconditional love for his family and friends. He put the interests of others always ahead of his own, and he sought no fussing over his well-being, despite what was an incredible personal feat with his health. He led our family through conflicts and squabbles by always taking the highest road and, in doing so, always created the greatest benefit for those around him. Ronnie is the product of (and contributor to) a legacy well-established by my grandparents - it's one that fosters family first, and has shaped some of the kindest-hearted and best people that I know. Ronnie will be dearly missed, but he leaves behind a family that is better having known him and having learned from his strong example. God bless and God speed...
Cindy Smith
02/21/2012
Diane,
I cannot even begin to express my sympathy for your loss...for all of our loss. Ron was the most kind, loving and generous man. I cannot ever remember him as anything but happy even when he may not have been feeling the best. He loved with all of his heart. I will never be able to watch A Christmas Story without a smile in my heart for Ron! I have always felt welcome in your family. You and Ron were just absolutely the best! I know that our memories of Ron will last a lifetime.
Love you!
Cindy
Courtney Christenson
02/21/2012
Ron was one of the most wonderful men I had the privilege and honor to know and love. There are not enough words in the dictionary to begin to describe just how great Ron was, nor enough words to describe what a tremendous loss this will be for all of us. I know I speak for all when I say we will miss his laughter and that big smile upon his face. His love was unconditional and no one could ever take his place.
And now Ron as you watch us from up above, we thank you for the greatest gift you gave us, your love!!!!!!
Ron I can't wait until the day that we meet in heaven again, but until then I will know that every twinkling star and rainbow that I see, is my reminder that you are watching over me. I will love you forever and always!!!!
Gene Rohrer
02/21/2012
Dear Di and family,
We will always remember the good times we had at your house and on our fishing fishing trip to Manitoulin Island. Your pool was delightful and the sweet corn was delicious. Ron was a wonderful person and a good example for his family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you as you go through this time of grieving.
God Bless
Gene and family