Mrs. Maree Joy Christensen, age 83, passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior on December 31, 2024 surrounded by the love of her family. Born September 20, 1941, in Mauston, WI, she was the cherished daughter of Bernice and Oscar Halverson.
Maree grew up in New Lisbon, WI where she graduated from New Lisbon High School. She continued her education at Luther College in Decorah, IA earning a degree that set her on a path of teaching and inspiring young minds over a 35-year career as a dedicated schoolteacher in Wisconsin, Alabama, and Tennessee.
Maree’s memory will forever be cherished by her loving husband of 61 years, Cal Christensen, and her three children and their spouses, Terri Moorman (Doug), Traci Byers (Ron), and Paul Christensen (Jennifer). Her grandchildren include Doug Moorman (Sylvette), Brittany Lake (Brett), Ashley Griesser (Michael), Matt Moorman
(Samantha), Chelsea Moehle (Thomas), Cali Smith (Mike), Nate Moorman, Nic Moorman (Berkeley), Randal Byers (Ellie), Tiffany Barnes (Micajah), Richard Byers, Ryan Byers (Karen), and Luca Christensen. Her great-grandchildren include Brielle, Bayleigh, Legacy, Parker, Charlie, Kolu, Cristiano, Tommy, Remington, Annabelle, Everlie, Casen, River, Haytham, Gannicus, and Arzhela. She is also survived by her brother, Gene Halverson, and sister, Darlene Bowen. Each member of her family brought her immense pride and joy. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bernice and Oscar Halverson; brothers, Harland Halverson and Gordon Halverson; and sister, Phyllis.
Maree's life was a blessing, her memory a treasure, and her impact on her family, friends, and community profound. Her legacy of love, kindness, and faith will continue to inspire those she leaves behind.
Visitation with the family will be Sunday, January 5, 2025 from 12:00noon until 2:00pm at Woodfin Memorial Chapel. A celebration of her life will be held Sunday, January 5, 2025 at 2:00pm at Woodfin Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery.
An online guestbook is available for the family at www.woodfinchapel.com. Woodfin Memorial Chapel (615) 893-5151
