October 14, 1928 – November 14, 2025
Marian Christensen, a longtime resident of Los Altos, passed away after a very short stay in the hospital, Nov. 14th, 2025, peacefully at the age of 97.
Born in Sacramento, California, on October 14, 1928, to Doyle and Helen Peckham. Marian grew up in Taft with her brother, Harry. She married William “Bill” Christensen on February 29, 1948, and settled in Los Altos in 1949.
Together they built their family home in Los Altos and raised their daughter, Sue, and their son, Dennis. Sue resides in San Jose, California, and has two children and a granddaughter. Dennis lives in Anchorage, Alaska and has one son. Marian was known for her love of God, music, and her creativity. As a musician she enjoyed opera, the symphony and musical productions. She regularly attended Peninsula Bible Church in Cupertino, participating in bible studies, volunteering in the front office.
Marian’s steadfast faith, gentle humor, and devotion to family, enriched the lives of everyone who knew her.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 28th, at 10:30 a.m. at Peninsula Bible Church Cupertino (PBCC), with a reception to follow.
