Remembering Kathleen Christensen: A Harlan Lifelong Legacy
Kathleen Christensen, a beloved Harlan native, touched lives across generations with her 40-year nursing career and unwavering commitment to community service. Celebrate her adventurous spirit and enduring legacy as Harlan remembers a true local icon.
Kathleen Christensen, a Harlan native, passed away on March 2, 2025, at the age of 96, at Cottonwood House in Columbus, Nebraska.
Kathy was born on March 26, 1928, in Harlan, Iowa. After graduating from Harlan High School in 1946, she pursued a successful nursing career, which lasted nearly 40 years. Kathy worked in various capacities, including as a school nurse in Columbus, where she was dedicated to children's health and well-being, earning the School Bell award for her service.
She met her husband, Clay Christensen, in Omaha, Nebraska, and together they raised three sons. Kathy was known for her adventurous spirit, lifelong learning, and strong Christian faith. She mentored many in her community and was a beacon of strength for her family.
Funeral services are set for 11 a.m. on March 12 at Highland Park Church, with visitation on March 11 at McKown Funeral Home.
For more details about Kathy's remarkable life and legacy, please visit the original obituary: https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/columbustelegram/name/kathleen-christensen-obituary?id=57825884
