Service Information
Courtney R. Christensen, age 18, of Lamberton, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday, December 20, 2018, as a result of an automobile accident in Cottonwood County, Minnesota.
Funeral Service will be Thursday, December 27, 2018, at 11:00 A.M. at United Methodist Church in Fairfax, Minnesota, with interment in Fort Ridgely Cemetery, Ridgely Township.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 26, 2018, from 4:00-8:00 P.M. at United Methodist Church in Fairfax and one hour prior to the service at the church.
The family requests guests wear camo attire.
Obituary
Courtney Rae Christensen was born on March 27, 2000, in New Ulm, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Jennifer Schroeder and the late Brian Christensen. Courtney was baptized as an infant at New Ulm Methodist Church. She received her education at Warren-Alvarado-Oslo High School in Warren, Minnesota and later transferred to Red Rock Central Public School in Lamberton, Minnesota. She was a graduate of Red Rock Central Public School Class of 2018. She had plans of continuing her education in January at Minnesota West Community and Technical College in Jackson, Minnesota.
Courtney was employed at the Dollar General in Windom, Minnesota.
One of Courtney's biggest passions was skin care and nails. During her spare time she would sit in front of her long mirror applying all of her different make up products. She also enjoyed art and crafting. She was super auntie. She loved playing, laughing, snuggling, watching movies and face timing her two nephews Karter and Liam. Courtney and her boyfriend Gage shared a love for each other; fishing and spending time with their fur baby Simon. Courtney, Grandpa Bill, Uncle Charlie and her father enjoyed spending time together at the cabin up north hunting and making deer sausage. She also enjoyed basketball, volleyball and hanging out with her besties.
Courtney passed away Thursday, December 20, 2018, as a result of an automobile accident in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, at the age of 18 years.
Blessed be her memory.
Courtney is survived by her:
Mother, Jennifer Schroeder, of Lamberton, MN;
Sister, Brenna Grund and her husband, Adam, of Granite Falls, MN;
Nephews, Karter Horman and Liam Grund, of Granite Falls, MN;
Grandparents, Jim Schroeder and his wife, Linda, of New Ulm, MN,
Bill Christensen and his wife, Jean, of Brainerd, MN,
Jean Krueger, of Fairfax, MN;
Step-Grandpa, Jim Moeller, of Fairfax, MN;
Great-Grandmothers, Mary Ziegler, of Fairfax, MN,
Lois Post, of Brainerd, MN;
Special Friend, Gage Dronen, of Windom, MN;
Godparents, Jesse Compton, of Saint Cloud, MN,
Rebecca Jahns, of Saint Crete, IL;
Fur Baby, Simon;
Numerous Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and many friends.
Courtney is preceded in death by her Father, Brian Christensen.
Jo Reck says
I am SO sorry for your tremendous loss. I don’t know you, nor did I know Courtney, but I have lost 2 of my children in 2 separate car accidents, one 19yrs old, and one 32. My heart aches for your pain and sadness…I know the emptiness and the sorrow. May God grant you comfort and solace at this hugely difficult time~
Bonnie Hahn says
I also do not know any of you; but, loss of one so young is so tragic. May God keep you all wrapped in His arms and give you peace knowing that she truly is a Christmas angel. My deepest sympathies,
SHIRLEY JAEGER says
May God wrap his arms around you during this tragic time. I do not know you or Courtney, however, just felt the need to let you know you are in my prayers for healing and comfort. Shirley Jaeger
Kathy Uecker says
The pain you feel is one no parent should ever have to experience. May God hold you tight and comfort you during today and the days ahead.
marie says
Courtney, we are heartsick! We are going to miss you til
we see you again in heaven. We love you always!
Great aunt Marie and Great uncle Denny
Nancy Grejtak (Ms. "G") says
Brenda,
So very sorry to hear of your loss. I know it is especially at this time of the year. I lost a bother-in-law on Thanksgiving a number of years plus my wonderful mother-in-law who was more of a mother to me than my own mother passed away on Christmas eve some years later. Try hard to remember your sister with love. Her spirit will be with you.
Stacy says
My deepest condolences to you all! I have no words for the loss you all must be feeling just feel some comfort knowing she is hunting in the big sky with her dad.
Nana(Kathleen) says
I know Courtney through my granddaughter Savannah who loved her very much! Most of all I know you-her family and friends through the loss of our own child.
I know the pain never ends-but life does go own. I know Courtney will always be with you every day of the rest of your lives. You will see her in the sun, the moon, the stars and all of Gods beauty. You will hear her at the most unpredictable times and smile and cry when you least expect it.
Peace comes in knowing we will all be together soon!! You have an angel now!
My love to all of you
Rebecca Jahns says
Dearest friend Jen and beloved Brenna and all of Courtney’s family and friends, I remember the little baby I held in my arms, and as I look back at her grade school and high school pictures, I remember a beautiful, energetic young lady. She was a blessing and gift from God he called home sooner than we wanted. My heart is aching, and Courtney will always be a part of me and all of us who enjoyed her smile and laughter.
Rebecca Mackert says
You don’t know me at all and I didn’t know Courtney.But I’m sending my sympathy to all Courtney’s loved ones. I will be keeping you all in my prayers. I’m so very sorry for your loss. God Bless You
Joan Peterson says
So sorry to hear about Courtney. She was a sweet young woman. I got to know her when she was attending the Warren/Alvarado/Oslo School. She will be missed by many. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers during this Holiday Season.
Grandpa Bill, Granma Queenie, Uncle Chuck and family. says
Thank you Joan for all you and the wonderful school Did for Courtney. Thank you your support now. All the years of basketball,volleyball, church, the drive in, walks to the grocery stores, the Dairy Queen she worked at, her room with the steep stairs. Christmas, her birthdays, out hunting the guys and all her challenges of being a pre teen and teen. She recently got to go back to her house and see her growth chart in pencil on the kitchen entrance. The kindest women let her walk through the house. We know all of you are hurting too. She missed Warren Mn so much and constantly talked to all of those who love her up there about it. Gage is the perfect match of love she treasured. Prayers are appreciated, she is unforgettable.
Darcy Reed Lusk says
I was lucky enough to be Courtney’s school counselor during her senior year. We had many talks about her Dad, her nephews and her Gage. Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. I loved her beautiful smile and sassy love of life. Life is so unfair at times. My heart is broken over this great loss to our world.
Janet Hall says
I do not know you or your family but want to express my deepest sympathy on the loss of your beautiful daughter. Thoughts, prayers, sympathies and hugs your way.
Domita says
Words cannot express my sadness. Courtney was such a sweet girl. I have many fond memories of her. I got to see her when she hung out with my neice and when she would come into the cafe and ALWAYS ordered French toast and hot chocolate. She would also give me sating advice. Ha. My heart goes to her family at such a tragic loss.
Dawn Buddensiek says
Jean, Jennifer and family…. Our family extends their deepest sympathy with the loss of Courtney. It is such a tragic loss at such a young age. May your memories bring you great joy during this difficult time. Let God’s hands hold you and comfort you until you meet Courtney again in Heaven.
Calvin & Dawn Buddensiek
Loree and Tim Ryan
Scott and Chastity Schultz
Kari Schultz
Wendy & Rod Salonek
Glenn & Barb says
Jenny & Brenna,
We’re thinking of you and send our deepest sympathy.
Love, Barb & Glenn
April says
I am so sorry, Courtney was such a sweet girl. My deepest sympathy to the family. She will be deeply missed. May you find comfort in the sure promise that soon ‘God will wipe out every tear from their eyes and death will be no more’ – revelation 21:4