Corinne “Kay” Christensen
Age 89, of Lansing, MI, passed away December 15, 2021. She was born January 8, 1932, in Lansing, MI, to the late Lee and Rosemary Prescott.
Upon graduating in 1950 from Lansing Everett High School, Kay married her childhood sweetheart, Duane “Chris” Christensen, on June 28, 1952. She retired from the State of Michigan after many years of dedicated service. Kay and Chris were married for nearly 59 years until Chris passed away in 2011. She enjoyed gardening, putting on a great meal, and loved entertaining her friends from the State of Michigan, and the Lansing Fire Department where Chris was a longtime firefighter.
Kay is survived by her sons, Mike (Cathy) Christensen and Scott (Carla) Christensen; son-in-law, George Mikulcik; grandchildren, Sarah (Tim) Belcher, Jennifer Mikrut, Chelsea (Bill) Park, Nicole Christensen, Dalton (Amber) Bissonnette, and Dillon and Cailee Bissonnette; great-grandchildren, Joely Belcher, Skyler, Joseph, and Ari Mikrut, William and Robert Park, and Easton Bissonnette; and many nieces, nephews and other extended family members. She was preceded in death by her husband, Chris; daughter, Sue Mikulcik; brother, Bruce Prescott; sister, Jean Robbins; and grandson-in-law, James Mikrut.
A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Kay’s honor to Careline Hospice, Jackson, MI, or to a local hospice organization of your choice. Arrangements are by the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel.
11 Messages to “Corinne “Kay” Christensen”
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Thomas Shaver
December 16, 2021 at 12:18 pmRest In Peace Kay…
Jed & Sandy Kuhn
December 16, 2021 at 12:38 pmWe are so sorry to hear this news. Our sincere condolences to her children and grandchildren. Kay and Chris were dear friends that we met on Horseshoe Lake where we both bought cottages the summer of 1977. We had many happy times together at the lake with our families and other lake friends. We took a memorable Alaskan cruise together and shared many good times together over the years.
Susan Hufnagel
December 16, 2021 at 1:11 pmKay was my sister Cathy’s mother-in-law; the mother of my brother Tom’s best friend, Mike Christensen, my future brother-in-law; as well as the mother of Cathy’s best friend, Sue Christensen. Our families were intertwined for many many years.
Kay was a woman who knew her own mind and expressed it with a determined spirit and great sense of humor and sarcasm. Like my own mother, she knew how to accessorize and dress like a lady, but looked just as comfortable in gardening clothes or ‘house coats’. Also like my Mom, she made a cozy, well-lived in home with candles burning all year long. Kay was always welcoming and friendly to me throughout the years. She will be missed by her family and friends and I wish her happy reunions with those she has lost throughout her long life. Much love, Sue Hufnagel
Karol and Lance Lynch
December 16, 2021 at 6:08 pmJust a really nice person. Karol and I enjoyed socially with she and Chris.
Sheri Sonnenberg
December 16, 2021 at 9:00 pmI still remember all the fun we had with Mrs. C as we called her. She loved having us all there as we were growing up and after that. Mike loved talking with her every week as he delivered to her place of work. We will always hold her in our hearts as she reunites with Susie and Chris. What a homecoming that must have been!! Love you Mrs C .
Luke and Linda Dallis
December 20, 2021 at 12:07 pmOur thoughts and prayers are with Mike and Kathy, Scott and the entire family. We were so saddened to hear of Kay’s passing. She was a very loving and caring person. We spent many times visiting, playing games and just having a wonderful time with her and Chris. We have so many great memories. She is reunited with those she has loved and lost. Rest In Peace, Kay.
Roger and Patti Kremers
December 21, 2021 at 11:52 amWe had so many great times with Kay and Chris over the years. We, too, met them and their family on the Woodbeck Chain of Lakes. Chris was a UPPer, like me, and we also had some UP adventures. Kay was a great person and kind and giving. Our condolences to all of the Christensen crew.
Terri Ryder, Goss
December 21, 2021 at 1:09 pmMy prayers are with Mike &Cathy , Scott and family. I so loved Kay and remember all the fun we had talking and playing cards. I am sure I was at the Christensen house more than at home. Most of our lunch hours were raiding Mrs C refrigerator for left overs. She never seem to mind sharing them. I pray she went peacefully. I loved hearing her laugh.
Nancy Sellers
December 21, 2021 at 10:46 pmRemembering the good times with Kay for our younger years, always fun to be with. Our families knew each other and my heart is heavy for your loss Mike, Cathy, Scott and families, Peace be with you always. Love, Nancy Sellers
Marie Ray
January 6, 2022 at 7:50 pmI am so sorry for your loss. Rod and Chris were firemen together and painted on their day off. We had so much fun with them and went to Hawaii with them. Kay was a beautiful lady and fun to with.Love to the family. Marie
Marie Ray
January 7, 2022 at 10:16 pmKay was a beautiful person inside and out. Rod and Chris were on the fire department and on their days off they painted houses together and we became good friends. We went to Hawaii with a group of firemen and wife’s and had a great time. Love to you Mike and Cathy, who are very special and Scott and family.