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IN LOVING MEMORY OF
Donald Edward
Crist
February 17, 1916 – January 19, 2000
Donald Edward Crist was born February 17, 1916, at St. Peter, Minnesota, to parents John and Esther (Lundgren) Crist. Don married Bernice (Drauttel) and they and their son Terry spent most of their life in the Clarkfield, Minnesota area. Don and Bernice owned and operated the Coast to Coast Hardware Store in Clarkfield for almost 40 years. He was an avid sportsman and enjoyed fishing and hunting. For the past 20 years, Don and Bernice, became 'snowbirds' during the winter months and spent the last 18 winters with their friends in Harlingen, Texas. He was a member of Augustana Lutheran Church in Clarkfield. He also was a member of the local Chamber of Commerce, and a volunteer fireman for Clarkfield. Don was a kind hearted gentleman, and will be remembered for his kindness and generosity. Don passed away at Richardson, Texas, on Wednesday, January 19, 2000, at the age of 83 years, 11 months, and 2 days. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Bernice Crist of Clarkfield; son Terry Crist and wife Mary Jo of Richardson, Texas; and grandchildren: Tim Crist and wife Wendy of Parker, Colorado, Lisa Crist of Dallas, Texas, Annie Crist of Richardson, Texas; great granddaughter, Kyleigh Fielding Crist; and sister Marilla Niichel and husband Harold of North Mankato, Minnesota. He was preceded in death by his parents, and three sisters: Arenzo, Sylvia, and Maureen. Blessed be his memory. Memorial Service Saturday, February 5, 2000 * 1:30 p.m. Norseland Lutheran Church, Norseland, Minnesota Officiating, Pastor Craig Ferkenstad Organist, Fred Struck Memorial Service Monday, February 7, 2000 * 10:30 a.m. Augustana Lutheran Church, Clarkfield, Minnesota Officiating, Pastor Julie Smith Organist, Kathy Dufrane Arrangements by Lynner Funeral Home Since 1891 Clarkfield Minnesota
Saturday February 5, 2000 1:30 p.m. Norseland Lutheran Church Norseland, Minnesota Monday February 7, 2000 10:30 a.m. Augustana Lutheran Church Clarkfield, Minnesota
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