Edith Halvorsen Christensen Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Edith was born in Salt Lake City, Utah in 1932 and died of a stroke while asleep at her home in Sandy, Utah on October 10, 2014. She had been an invalid for the past few years. She was the daughter of Edith LaVerne Fairclough and Einer Halvorsen. When Edith's mother, a long-time widow, married John Henry Evenson, a widower, she with her three daughters moved into the home of Henry Evenson in South Salt Lake. Edith said that her stepfather was the only father she knew and was very happy to be called his daughter. Edith is survived by her four sons: Roy Mark, Troy (D: Lori Lee Johnson) , and twins Brent and Bryant. She had also two grandsons, Dylan and Justin Taylor Christensen, plus nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death included her parents, husband Roy Christensen, sisters Betty Lou Holway (Richard) and LaVerne Buck (Howard). Edith graduated from Granite High School. She served and LDS Mission in the Central States mission in 1957 and enjoyed serving among the Native American Indians in Oklahoma. She married Roy Christensen from Herriman in the Salt Lake Temple in 1965. She remained active as possible in the LDS Church until she was physically unable to return. Edith's life revealed her devotion to her family. Edith's mother helped her with the children when they were small, but when she became ill, this daughter took care of he mother. Edith also cared for her stepfather in her home when he needed bed care. Her four sons occupied her time but she made sure that they had all education experience possible, participating in the Special Olympics, and all possible work experiences. This was a caring, loving family, looking out for each other. Edith showed courage, remained cheerful and kept a sense of humor. The family is grateful for the assistance given by Brio Home Health and community programs, for support by LDS Church leaders and members. The Memorial Service for Edith will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, October 17, 2014 at the Crescent 16th Ward, 275 East 10600 South, Sandy, Utah under the direction of Serenity Funeral Home, Draper, Utah. Interment will be at the Herriman Cemetery. Edith will be buried beside her husband, Roy. Condolences can be submitted online at www.serenityfhs.com.

Edith Halvorsen Christensen

July 19, 1934 - October 11, 2014