1 Mar 1916 – 6 Jan 2006
Husband of Irene Cardon
Vaughn L. Christensen, 89, enjoyed incredible health and complete independence until he peacefully passed away at his home surrounded by his family and loved ones. He constantly sought opportunities to serve family, friends, community and his Heavenly Father. His capacity to love was felt by all that knew him. He was truly a giant among men. He was born March 1, 1916 in Sanford, CO. Industrious and hard working he spent some time as farmer in Colorado, but most of his life was spent as a successful masonry contractor in Farmington, New Mexico. After retirement he spent the last 26 years of his life in Mesa/ Gilbert, Arizona area. This time was filled in service to his church, family and friends. Vaughn is preceded in death by his son, Kenneth Vaughn. He is survived by his wife of nearly 70 years, Irene Cardon Christensen, and 8 children: Carole (Irvin) Mathews, Janice (Marvin) Loar, Steve (Candace) Christensen, Marvin (Alice) Christensen, David (Deena) Christensen, Lynette (Craig) Carver, Maureen (Dru) Wyeth, and Mark Christensen. He is survived also by 61 grandchildren, and 93 great-grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for Friday, January 13 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Bunker Funeral Homes- University Chapel, 3529 E. University Drive, Mesa, AZ 85213. Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 14 at 2:00 p.m. with visitation from 1:00-1:30 p.m. prior to services at the LDS Val Vista Stake Center, 1005 N. Voyager, Gilbert, Arizona. A Memorial Fund has been established in lieu of flowers for Irene Christensen at P.O. Box 856, Gilbert, Arizona 85299. Sign the Guest Book at eastvalleytribune.com
-Published in the East Valley Tribune on 1/11/2006
Cemetery: Mountain View Memorial Park, 7900 E. Apache Trail, Mesa, AZ 85207
