| Graduation Year | Class of 1965 |
| Date of Passing | Jan 23, 1998 |
| About | David L. Christensen of Grand Island died Friday, January 23, 1998 at the Nebraska Veterans Home in Grand Island. Burial will in the Burkett Cemetery. Mr. Christensen was born September 5, 1946 to Jim & Bessie (Darrough) Christensen in North Platte. He was raised and received his education in Grand Island, graduating from Grand Island Senior HIgh School in 1965. He entered the United States Army on January 11, 1966 serving during the Vietnam War. He was honorably discharged on December 15, 1968. Following his military service, Mr. Christensen returned to Grand Island where he was employed at Skagway until 1971. He then worked for Rainbow Bakery for 16 years. He worked at various jobs until his retirement in 1993 because of ill health. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church and the American Legion Club. He enjoyed fishing, painting, crossword puzzles, bingo and baseball. Survivors include four daughters; Tara, Cynthia, Jamie and Suzanne all of Grand Island; one son, Jerry of Grand Island. |
