Max Christianson passed away on May 20, 2019 with family by his side. He was born on April 15, 1929 in Bowman, ND to Adolf and Louise Christianson. Max attended school on Rhame, ND and graduated from high school in Terry, MT. After high school he went into the Army where he served in the Korean War. After leaving the military he found a job with the Milwaukee Railroad and eventually left that and became a seismographer for the Sun Oil Company in Beaumont, TX.
He met the love of his life, Betty Siedschlaw. They were married on June 7, 1955, which lasted for 57 beautiful years. Together they had two children, Ronald and Richard, whom they dedicated their lives to. They also loved their grandchildren; Ryan, Tyson, and Chelsey.
Max loved to fish with his family and enjoyed spending time with them and teaching his children all the tricks of fishing. He also loved his dogs and his pet bunny who loved to lay on his chest. Max enjoyed his wonderful neighbors. He liked doing lawn work and appreciated a meticulous yard, which always included a garden and sculpted trees and shrubbery.
Max was preceded in death by his beloved wife Betty, his parents Adolf and Louise, son, Ronald, and stepbrother, Don.
Max is survived by his son, Richard “Rick” Christianson, grandchildren; Ryan, Tyson, and Chelsey Christianson, a great granddaughter, Cali Rae Christianson; sister-in-laws; Roberta Engesser, Shirley Winczeski, and Donna Puffer.
Private family graveside will be on June 19, 2019 with full military honors at Custer County Cemetery. Condolences may be sent by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Private Family Service
1:00 p.m.
Wednesday June 19, 2019
Custer County Cemetery
Miles City, MT
Service Schedule
Private Family Service
1:00 p.m.
Wednesday June 19, 2019
Custer County Cemetery
Miles City, MT
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Connie and Gene Bankey says
Max was 1 in a million that you have for a neighbor that you would be able to visit and leave feeling that this world is better than what you thought of it , the problems can be solved. When you visited Max, you were going to leave with (in my case ) two ROLLOS and can of coke. In our visits he never said anything bad about any other person. He was always genuinely concerned about his friends and people he hardly knew. His yard was as nice as any professional golf course you could find. I’m sure that Max was called home. God Bless Max.
Denise Harvey says
Yes, his yard was so beautiful! And my thoughts are with you as you celebrate his life and legacy.
Take care!
Lin says
To the family of Max,
I want to give you my deepest sympathy for your lost. I would like to share a scripture in the bible that has proved to be of comfort for many, and it is in John 5:28, 29. It mentions how soon all those in the memorial tomb will hear God’s voice and come out. Not only will they be resurrected, but Revelation 21:3 promises that death will be no more. Soon we will all be able to see our loved ones again. Meanwhile as we await, Jehovah God exhorts us to turn to him in prayer, because he will comfort us even in difficult times (2 Corinthians 1:3). I hope these scriptures will be of comfort for you.
Bernadette Miller says
I was honored enough to get some Rollo’s too when I saw him. I’ve enjoyed getting to know Max the years I have worked at HRH and will miss him. Enjoy all the memories and prayers are with you.
Bob & Bonnie Macioroski says
We are missing you uncle Max! RIP
Bob an Bonnie
ClaraJo says
My thoughts and prayers are with you all . May all your memories fill those tough days . God Bless