Lucille M. Christianson

Lucille Marjorie (Goss) Christianson passed on to her eternal home in West Bend, Wisconsin on Saturday, December 22, 2018.
Lucille was born on February 18, 1914 the daughter of Minor and Mae (Kruger) Goss in the town of Albian. At age four she moved to Hamlin Corners. She was raised on the family farm, attended Hamlin Rural School, and Strum High School.
Lucille was united in marriage to Philip C. Christianson. They journeyed through life together for over 52 years. They partnered in the restaurant business for over 35 years. After retiring they spent winters in Arizona. They travelled and enjoyed life to the fullest. Phil passed away in 1983.
Lucille then spent her time volunteering at Luther Hospital and St. John’s Clothing bank. She enjoyed dancing, playing cards, and reading. She was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church since 1968 and a member of the Eau Claire Moose Lodge since 1988.
She is survived by son Philip (Jean) Christianson of West Bend, WI; sister, Ila Mae Krull of Eau Claire; grandson, Jack (Jane) Christianson of Milwaukee; and great- grandchildren Jacob, Arizona, and William (Molly) of Milwaukee, and Julie of New York. She is further survived by niece Karen (Ron) Schroepfer of MN; and nephews Kerry (Debbie) Kjelstad, Kurt (Ruth Ann) Kjelstad, and Steve Miller all of Eau Claire.
Lucille was preceded in death her husband, her parents, her sister RamonaJean Miller, her brother-in-law John Miller and granddaughters Nancy Christianson and Janice Christianson.
Funeral Services will take place on Friday, December 28, 2018 at 11:00 am at Smith Funeral Chapel with Pastor Julie Brenden officiating. Visitation will take place one hour prior to services at the funeral home. Burial will follow services at the Strum Cemetery (St. Paul’s Lutheran Cemetery) in Strum, WI.