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Francis J Christensen May 9, 1939 - November 27, 2021

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Francis J Christensen passed away peacefully at the age of 82 on November 27, 2021 at his home in Payson, Utah. Francis is survived by his wife of 58 years, Nancy Christensen, his children, Jeff Christensen (Janeen), Mark Christensen (Kristin), Gary Christensen (Jennifer), Steve Christensen (Kelli) and Jennifer Vest (Chad), 27 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, his sisters, Jane Wright, Sheryl Lake and Karene Dix, his brother, Ray Christensen and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was born in a small humble home in Flowell, Utah on May 9, 1939 to Reed and Virgie Christensen. After graduating from Spanish Fork High School, he served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Western Canada. After he returned home, he attended college at BYU, where he met and later married his wife, Nancy in the Salt Lake Temple.

His first year of being a teacher, Francis taught at Tooele High School and then he taught English, Yearbook and the Newspaper class for 32 years at Payson High School. He served a second mission for the church with his wife Nancy in Tonga from 2004 to 2005. He loved serving in many positions in the church. In his free time Francis loved fishing, gardening, listening to music, camping, reading, writing and spending time with his family.

Francis will be remembered as a hard worker who loved to serve others and loved everyone.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, December 2, 2021 at 11:00 am, at the West Mountain 4th Ward Chapel at 902 West 400 North, Payson, UT. A visitation for family and friends will be from 9:30-10:30 am at the church prior to the services. Interment will be in the Payson City Cemetery.

The family would like to thank our wonderful hospice caregivers, Kelly and Kori.

 

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Visitation

Thursday, December 2, 2021

9:30 to 10:30 AM

West Mountain 4th Ward Building

902 West 400 North

Payson, Utah 84651

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Funeral Service

Thursday, December 2, 2021

11:00  AM

West Mountain 4th Ward Chapel

902 West 400 North

Payson, Utah 84651

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Interment

Thursday, December 2, 2021

Payson City Cemetery

400 North 800 East

Payson, Utah 84651

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    Lynda Childs Broadbent says

    I had Francis Christensen in my Payson High junior year as my English teacher. He was one of the kindest teachers I ever had and did fabulous job as an English teacher. He will surely be missed.

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    Jerry Samuels says

    He was like a second dad growing up.
    What a kind and wonderful example of what a man should be! You will truly be missed. Until we meet again, God speed.

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    Melissa Hiskey says

    Mark & Kristin and Christensen family. Sorry for the loss of your Father/Father in law. He was a an awesome teacher in High School. He will be missed.

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    Tom Mead says

    I met Elder and Sister Christensen while they were serving in Tonga. I loved Elder Christensen. My life has been enriched by knowing him. He was a great example of Christ-like love and service. He had an extraordinary capacity to love and serve others. He will truly be missed.

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    Cara Jean Adams says

    I went to school with Francis from first grade through High School. We both went to Salem Elementary and Jr. High in Salem and then to Spanish Fork High School. I cherish these memories of growing up in a small town with lasting friendships. I send condolences and love to Nancy and their children.

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    Ken says

    Francis and I went to high school together and became friends along with Jack Hall, and Wayne Swenson. Both Jack and Wayne have also passed away. All four of us graduated in 1957. Had many good times. Sorry for your loss.

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    Marge Coles Trimble says

    Nancy – I’m so sorry for your loss. Please know that you will be in my prayers. Take special care.

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    Randy L Cooper says

    Francis and Nancy lived in our Ward in Payson. I worked with him a couple summers for Nebo School District. Francis and Nancy were always very kind to me.

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    Joe Scott says

    Nancy, Sorry to learn of Francis passing! You and your family can take pride in his accomplishments in life. You have my sorrow, thoughts and hope for peaceful resolution.

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    Anndrea Sullivan says

    Mr. C – the most outstanding, kind, and influential teachers I had at PHS. My condolences to the Christensen family. He will always be fondly remembered.

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    Colleen Peck says

    So sorry Nancy. Just heard about Francis’ passing! I love having him as my English teacher.

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