Irene Marie (Mjolsness) Christopherson was born in Shelly, Minnesota on March 28, 1924. She attended Hillcrest Lutheran Academy in Fergus Falls, Minnesota and graduated in 1942. In 1947 she married Russell S. Christopherson in Seattle. Irene worked at Shoreline Community College for 26 years. She loved to serve the Lord by serving others at church. A charter member at the present Rock of Ages location. Due to Russell‘s failing health they moved to Ida Culver House retirement home in 2009. Russell passed away in August 2011. He was her constant companion for 64 years. Irene loved the Lord and trusted Him for strength and hope for each day.
Preceded in death by her brother Raymond (Unkie). She is survived by her three children Connie (Bruce) Renneke, Brian (Astrid), Lane (Lori). Seven grandchildren Kirsten (Renneke) Staszak, Troy Renneke, Shawn, Scott, Brent, Jason and Kyle Christopherson and 21 great grandchildren.
A graveside service for Irene will be held Saturday, November 6, 2021 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Evergreen Washelli Cemetery, 11111 Aurora Ave N, Seattle, WA 98133.
Memorial Service to be held on Saturday, November 6, 2021 at 4:00pm at Rock of Ages Lutheran Brethren Church located at 316 N. 70th St., Seattle, WA
Memorial gifts in lieu of flowers may be sent to Rock of Ages Lutheran Brethren Church
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.Evergreen-Washelli.com for the Christopherson family.
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