Michael Ray Christiansen Obituary
The world bids farewell to Michael Ray Christiansen of Keene, New Hampshire, departing on March 26, 2025 at the age of 71. Michael Ray leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Michael Ray Christiansen to show support.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Michael Ray had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Michael Ray may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his father Donald W. Christiansen; and his son Michael R. Christiansen, Jr.. He is survived by: his wife Elizabeth Clark Christiansen (Betty); his daughters, Susan Phillips Christiansen and Alison Ray Christiansen (Evan D. Friedell) of Ithaca; his mother Patricia Ray Christiansen (Ray) of Freehold; and his brother Carl F. Christiansen (Jane E. Simpson) of Pennington. He is also survived by his cousins and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 24th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Cheshire Family Funeral Home (44 Maple Ave, Keene, NH 03431-1628). A memorial service will be held on Friday, April 25th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the United Church of Christ (23 Central Square, Keene, NH 03431).
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the United Church of Christ, 23 Central Square, Keene, NH 03431, or to Beth Israel Lahey Health, Lahey Hospital and Medical Center, Office of Philanthropy, 529 Main St., 4th Floor, Charlestown, MA 02129 (giving.lahey.org), or to a charity of one's choice.
