Madison- Terry Alan Christianson, age 65, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, March 24, 2023. He was born on June 16, 1957, to Alvin "Smokey" LeRoy and Ione Alma (Noltemeyer) Christianson in Madison, WI. Terry married his high school sweetheart, Cheryl Minard, at Lakeview Lutheran Church on March 17th, 1979. He was a Madison East High graduate and worked 40 years as a machine operator where he made many lifelong friends.

Throughout his life, Terry enjoyed cooking for his family, home improvement projects, and was a professional slot machine player. Additionally, he had been an amazing bowler, a little league coach for many years, and loved music. He also enjoyed tinkering around in his garage, watching sports; mainly NASCAR, the Badgers, and he was a co-owner of the Green Bay Packers.

Terry is survived by his wife Cheryl; son, Jesse, daughter, Kirstin (Justin), grandson, Sean; and his nap cat, Misty, his brother, sisters; many nieces, nephews, neighbors, and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents.

Thank you all very much. Take care of yourselves, take care... "Oh, you're the best friend that I ever had I've been with you such a long time You're my sunshine and I want you to know That my feelings are true I really love you Oh, you're my best friend" by Queen

A Celebration of Terry’s Life will be held from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at Kavanaugh's Esquire Club, 1025 N Sherman Ave, Madison, WI. All are welcome!

To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com. Ryan Funeral Home & Cremation Services 2418 N Sherman Ave 608-249-8257

Terry Christianson

June 16, 1957 - March 24, 2023

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