Submitted by: John C. Monk

Donald H. Christianson

Feb. 20, 1928 - July 8, 2010
SOUTH BEND - Donald H. Christianson, 82, of South Bend, passed away at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, July 8, 2010 in his home after an extended illness. He was born on February 20, 1928 in New London, WI to Henry and Pearl (Thorn) Christianson. On August 20, 1949 in South Bend, he married the former Margie Bauer. Mr. Christianson is survived by his wife of sixty-one years, Margie Christianson; sister-in-law, Phyllis Singleton of South Bend, and many nieces and nephews. His sister, Jeanne Bentz and brother, Harvey Christianson preceded him in death. Mr. Christianson was a lifelong area resident. He served honorably in the United States Navy as a Seaman Second Class during World War II. Mr. Christianson drove a semi truck for Pepsi-Cola Corp. He was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Lakeville. He was also a member of the Teamster Union #364 and a lifetime member of the VFW Post 1167. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, July 12, 2010 in the Palmer Funeral Home-Guisinger Chapel, 3718 S. Michigan St. South Bend. Rev. Paul Choorathottiyil will officiate. Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery, South Bend. Friends may visit with the family from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, July 11th in the funeral home. Contributions in memory of Donald H. Christianson may be offered to Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, 63568 U.S. 31 South, Lakeville, IN 46536 or to The Center for Hospice Care, 111 Sunnybrook Ct., South Bend, IN 46637. Online condolences may be made at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.