Charles Christian Christiansen

Charles (Chuck) Christiansen, 90, passed away January 20, 2020. He was born at home in Pacific Junction, IA to Christian and Henrietta (Reelfs) Christiansen on June 29, 1929. He was a 1947 graduate of Underwood, IA High School and attended Graceland University at Lamoni, IA. He retired from Union Pacific Railroad after 34 years as an accountant. He was a lifelong member of the Community of Christ Church, serving as an Elder in Riverside Congregation. He served his country for two years in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Lloyd and grandson, Jay Matheny.

Chuck is survived by his wife of 63 years, Wanda (Handlen); sons, Randall and Gary; daughter, Tami (Greg) Gordon all of Council Bluffs; daughter, Lori (Brad) Evers of Lees Summit, MO; 4 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; sister, Bernice Heck; brother, Leland; 4 nieces and 4 nephews. Also feeling his loss are Daniel Bucciarelli of Rio Cuarto, Argentina and Fernando Guedez of Caracas, Venezuela (now of Pensacola, Florida) who were exchange students in the Christiansen home and have remained close in heart.

Memorial service and fellowship with family will be held Saturday, January 25, 2020 at 11:30 AM at Riverside Community of Christ, 2828 Ave G, Council Bluffs, with Elder Tim Arnold officiating. Following the service, lunch will be served in the fellowship hall. Memorials may be directed to Riverside Congregation of Community of Church.

Burial will take place at Hazel Dell Cemetery at a later date.