Birth date: Jan 18, 1960 Death date: Feb 23, 2019
Christine E. Ahlstedt, age 59, entered into Heaven on February 23, 2019. She was born on January 18, 1960 as Christine E. Olson. The Olson family eventually moved from Rockford, Michigan to Evart and started the Christian non-den Read Obituary
Dear Enoch and Joan, Loren, JonPaul, and Jim. So so sorry to hear about your loss. I just found out yesterday about her passing. So sorry I have failed to keep in contact with you. I remember how diligent she was, and so kind. When I was a teenager she took me into the craft barn, and helped me make a beautiful leather tooled belt (1973, 74, or 75?). She was a daughter to be so proud of! I remember her fondly. Please Joan or Enoch could you give me your phone #? My # at the music store where I work is (727-223-3088). Please call and give the owner mike may your# for me! I am having trouble at home so that is why I am giving you my work #. Praying for each one of you! Of course my g mail will work too.
Enoch, Joan, Jim,
We were saddened to hear of your loss just the other day through friends. Bill & I loved Chris so much and remember her giving spirit and compassion for all. I so remember her gentle smile and laugh. Her humor was contagious. (Reminds me of Bill that's just fun!) I so look forward to seeing her again in eternity. We love you all. Know that she is at peace.
Love in Christ,
Bill & Viva
952 Sugar Oak Drive
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Dear Olsons, I am saddened by the news of Chris. There are no words sufficient to describe how precious a friend Chris was to me. She was one of a very few who knew my home life left me desperate and broken. She always took the time to be my friend. If you remember an Easter weekend she invited me to stay with your family. Much to your chagrin Enoch I stayed. It was shortly after you had the accident with the end of your finger. Chris and I were there when you placed your finger over your head and whacked it on the ceiling as you went downstairs. Her reaction to you was memorable. Love and genuine concern. Something I hadn't experienced in my home life. I was so grateful for her invitation for that time and having the opportunity to be included in your family will forever be held in a special place in my heart. Chris was so caring to me and her kindness will never leave my me. She was a Godsend at a very difficult time. Special people like her shared His love without judgement. She was treating me and many others by the words of 'love one another'. She embodied those words. Love and Peace to you and your family. Belinda Campbell Hetzman
Enoch and Joan, I am sending many prayers and all my love to you and your family during this time of grief. I am so sorry you have lost your beloved daughter, Christine, to cancer. She is certainly with our Lord Jesus Christ and her life was for his glory. May our Lord carry you through this time of grieving. In the name of Jesus, I pray. I am unable to attend so, sending all my love and prayers.
Christine Somberg
So sorry Jim, our prayers has been with you. Her faith was very strong and everyone knew that for sure! There are just no words to say anything you could be feeling but God will get you through.
Prayers. Sorry for your loss. From Cynthia Stroud from Hospuce of Michigan
Enoch, Joan, Jim, and Olson family, my heart is with you in this time of loss and remembering. I have appreciated the many memories shared on this site. A fond memory I have of Christine, then Chris was when she taught me 3 hem stitches. I was on my own, living at Spring Hill and in charge of the kitchen. Chris with those beautiful, long Olson fingers was an amazing seamstress. I asked if she would teach me how to hem a pair of slacks. She brought her tools and gave me an A lesson. There are many more stories, but please know that I share your loss for your dearly love Christine. We grieve in the hope of Christ. We will see her again.
Jim, Enoch, Joan and family, my deepest sympathies for your loss. Chris set a profound example for me in my life. She exemplified a generosity of spirit, service to others, and gentle nature that has blessed so many lives. Gods peace to you in this difficult time.
Enoch & Joan, Jim, my sincerest condolences to you on the loss of your beautiful Christine! I worked at Spring Hill on the work-study program in the fall of 1984 and met Chris then. It was talking to her and taking Marks theology class that opened me up to going to college, which I did in January 1984. Then a few summers later, Chris called me and said she needed some help in the kitchen and would I like a summer job? Of course I jumped at the chance! She was so patient, calm, professional, and gracious in the kitchen, which could be hectic at times, and that grace under pressure really made an impression on me. I can only imagine that is how she approached her illness. Over the years we lost track of each other, but Ill never forget Chris or who she was in Jesus, and I cant wait for the day we meet again.
I will keep you all in my prayers, asking God to give you His all-sufficient grace as you face each days grief journey.
