Everett M. Christensen, Jr.

On November 29, 2020, Everett Marion Christensen, Jr. entered the presence of his Lord and Savior and heard the words he had been longing to hear, "Well done, O good and faithful servant. You have fought the good fight, you have finished the race, and have remained faithful. And now the prize awaits you, the crown of righteousness." The final beat of his heart was at home with Sybil, his beloved wife of 58 years by his side. Born and raised in New Ulm, Everett gained notoriety as the City's first 1000-point scorer in basketball. A lifelong businessman, he left his mark at Jostens, Honeywell, Farmers and Mechanics Bank and First Federal of Broward before making Madelia his home and evolving the Madelia Telephone Company into Christensen Communications, bringing cable TV and the Internet to Madelia. Always up for a challenge, Everett knew a closed theater marquee on Main Street would be a detriment to the community. Although he knew nothing about the movie theater business when he started, he purchased the business and got it back up and running after being closed for 5 years. He has been successful in keeping the theater viable for over 29 years. A staunch advocate for Madelia businesses, he helped found the Madelia Area Redevelopment Corporation and played a major role in continuing the legacy of the Madelia-Times Messenger when it was purchased by a big conglomerate and was at risk of being moved out of town. Scouting was always an important part of Everett's life. Not only did he receive the rank of Eagle, but he ensured that both of his sons did as well. He worked to revitalize Madelia's Troop 23, serving as Scoutmaster, Troop Committee Chair and even on the Twin Valley Council. He was awarded Scouting's Silver Beaver Award and was recognized by the Council for his many years of service. Everett shared his education and experience in industrial psychology both as an author and educator. He authored several books on personal and professional relationships; such as Dynamic Supervision; 73 Magic Management Words +2, and 60 - 40 or Fight, How to Get Along With Someone Other Than Yourself. He also wrote a fictional book about the Air Force entitled It All Counts Towards 20 based on his own experience as a Veteran. As an Educator, he taught in the Graduate program at St. Thomas University in St. Paul and conducted countless seminars for working professionals. In addition to his wife Sybil, left to carry on his legacy are his children, Brent (Anne) Christensen, Dawn (Mike) Schneider, Glen (Brenda) Christensen and Sue (fiance Mo Lackland) Christensen; grandchildren, Gayle (Troy) Chandler, Joseph (fiance Pamela Potthoff) Christensen, Gibraun (Takia) Christensen, Kirsten (fiance Devin Goor) Christensen, Kellen and Cory Schneider, Zoe Fields, Emma and Ethan Christensen and great grandchildren, Drew, Brayden and Colten Chandler, Gabby Goor, Cash Christensen and Kahlil Christensen.Waiting for him in heaven were his parents, Everett and Hildegard (Amann) Christensen, nephew Mark Schmidt and grandson Terry Goettsch along with many other family and friends. Everett M. Christensen, Jr. age 85, of Madelia, MN, died on November 29, 2020, at his home. Service will be held at the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, New Ulm, on Saturday, December 12, 2020 at 11:00 am with visitation at the church one hour prior to the funeral. Covid19 guidelines will be followed, including wearing masks and social distancing. The funeral will be livestreamed at www.holycrossafc.org and facebook/holycrossareafaithcommunity. The clergy will be Fr Gerald Meidl. Interment will be at the Calvary Cemetery in Madelia. Military honors by the Madelia Area Veterans Honor Guard. Arrangements are with the Sturm Funeral Home, Pilgrim Chapel in Madelia. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Father Alexander Berghold Society in New Ulm and the Everett M. Christensen Sr Scholarship through the Madelia Area Chamber of Commerce, the Madelia Community Hospital Foundation or the Watonwan County Historical Society. Visitation 1 10:00 am - 11:00 am Saturday, December 12, 2020 Cathedral of the Holy Trinity Address not given New Ulm, Minnesota, United States 56073 DUE TO C19, MASKS AND SOCIAL DISTANCING WILL BE REQUIRED. Service Information 11:00 am Saturday, December 12, 2020 Cathedral of the Holy Trinity Address not given New Ulm, Minnesota, United States 56073 DUE TO C19, MASKS AND SOCIAL DISTANCING WILL BE REQUIRED. Interment Information Calvary Cemetery, Madelia East, Co. Hwy 3 Madelia, Minnesota, United States 56062 Military Honors Military honors will be provided by the Madelia Area Veterans Honor Guard. Attend Virtually http://www.holycrossafc.org/livestreams.html or at https://www.facebook.com/holycrossareafaithcommunity