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Roger Lee “Rog” Christians

Birth	:	8 Oct 1940 Sheldon, O'Brien County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	2 May 2018 Sioux Falls, Minnehaha County, South Dakota, USA
Burial	:	Evergreen Cemetery, George, Lyon County, USA
Coordinate	:	43.3394012, -96.0164032
Description	:	Roger Lee Christians was born October 8, 1940 in Sheldon, Iowa, the son of Gertrude (Kruger) Christians. Roger grew up on a family farm north of George and attended George Community School. He graduated from George High School in 1960. After graduation he drove a milk truck until he was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1963. He served with the 2nd Regiment 3rd Battalion 2nd Platoon stateside and in Germany until 1965. He then served in the Army Reserve from 1965 to 1969 before receiving an honorable discharge. Roger was united in marriage... Read More	Roger Lee Christians was born October 8, 1940 in Sheldon, Iowa, the son of Gertrude (Kruger) Christians. Roger grew up on a family farm north of George and attended George Community School. He graduated from George High School in 1960. After graduation he drove a milk truck until he was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1963. He served with the 2nd Regiment 3rd Battalion 2nd Platoon stateside and in Germany until 1965. He then served in the Army Reserve from 1965 to 1969 before receiving an honorable discharge. Roger was united in marriage to Carol (Geerdes) Christians on September 26, 1969 at Ebenezer Presbyterian Church in George. They made their home in George. Roger continued driving a milk truck until he began working as a welder at Siebring Manufacturing in George. He then welded for 26 years at Demco Manufacturing in Boyden, IA. Most recently Roger was employed as a welder for Sudenga Industries in George, retiring in September of 2017, after 16 years. Roger will be remembered as a good-hearted, hardworking man, devoted to his family. He was an easy going, people person who loved joking around with others and telling stories. Roger enjoyed fishing, playing games, watching westerns, and most of all spending time with his family and his dogs. He cherished his time spent reminiscing and creating memories with his family, which often included horse-play and pranks. Roger was a member of the American Legion Jack Sauter Post 404 for 38 years, including time spent as Post Commander. Roger is survived by his wife of 48 years, Carol (Geerdes) Christians; son, Kelly Christians and fiance, Amy Venaas of Des Moines, IA; daughter, Cathy Bonestroo of George, IA; three grandchildren, Alicia, Alex and Ava Bonestroo, all of George, IA; sisters-in-law, Janet (Bill) Koopman of George, IA; Hazel (Joe) Martens of Sheldon, IA; brother-in-law, Silas (Maxine) Geerdes of West Point, IA; and numerous nieces, nephews and other extended family. He was preceded in death by his mother Gertrude (Kruger) Christians; parents-in-law, Theodore and Caroline (Klaassen) Geerdes; and a great niece. Roger Lee “Rog” Christians age 77 of George, IA died, May 2, 2018 at Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD. A memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 5th at Ebenezer Presbyterian Church in George, IA with Rev. John Pea, officiating. Inurnment will be held later at Evergreen Lawn Cemetery in George, IA.

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Roger Lee “Rog” Christians's memorial is located at: Evergreen Cemetery, George, Lyon County, USA.
When did Roger Lee “Rog” Christians death?
Roger Lee “Rog” Christians death on 2 May 2018 in Sioux Falls, Minnehaha County, South Dakota, USA
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Latitude: 43.3394012
Longitude: -96.0164032

Family Members:

Parent

Elmer Christians

(1917 - 2003)

Gertie Kruger Christians

(1915 - 1965)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Evergreen Cemetery
George, Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3394012, -96.0164032

2. Hope Reformed Church Cemetery
George, Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3296127, -96.0392609

3. First Presbyterian Church Cemetery
George, Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3160591, -95.9707260

4. First Baptist Church Cemetery
George, Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3755000, -95.9780000

5. Zoar Presbyterian Church Cemetery
Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3593864, -95.8996582

6. Zion Lutheran Cemetery
George, Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3306007, -95.8902969

7. Zion Cemetery
Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4324989, -95.9969025

8. Grant Township Cemetery
Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3903008, -95.8989029

9. Saint John Cemetery
Boyden, Sioux County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2294006, -96.0152969

10. Quaker Cemetery
George, Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2872900, -95.8706700

11. Greenwood Cemetery
Matlock, Sioux County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2308006, -95.9405975

12. Bethel Reformed Cemetery
Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4621086, -95.9978027

13. Garfield Township Cemetery
Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2689018, -96.1572037

14. Saint Paul Lutheran Cemetery
Hull, Sioux County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2282000, -96.0985000

15. Riverview Cemetery
Rock Rapids, Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4127998, -96.1643982

16. Sheridan Township Cemetery
Boyden, Sioux County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2047005, -96.0208969

17. Holy Name Cemetery
Rock Rapids, Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4183006, -96.1864014

18. Pleasant View Cemetery
Little Rock, Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4445686, -95.8757553

19. Apostolic Christian Faith Cemetery
Rock Rapids, Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4207918, -96.1854804

20. Saint Marys Cemetery
Ashton, Osceola County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3156013, -95.8032990

21. Gilman Cemetery
Ashton, Osceola County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3139000, -95.8032990

22. Hope Church Cemetery
Sibley, Osceola County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4193000, -95.8200000

23. Saint Joseph Cemetery
Hull, Sioux County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1916080, -96.1273510

24. Hope Cemetery
Hull, Sioux County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1939011, -96.1483002