TROY, Kan. – Charley “Tom” Thomas Christian Jr., 64, passed away Wednesday, June 25, 2014 at his home.
He was born July 31, 1949 in St. Joseph, and is the son of Eileen and Charley Christian. He worked as a mechanic and welder. He enjoyed raising chickens and poultry.
Charley was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Suzanna Nold, and Tamara Christian.
Survivors include three sons, Jeremy (Cheryl) Christian, Leonard (Tina) Christian, and Charley Christian; two daughters, Loreal (Russell) Wells, and Ginger Lee; a sister, Mickey J. (Tom) Burkart; and 14 grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m., Tuesday with a memorial service to be held at 2 p.m. at Rupp Funeral Home. He will be cremated under the direction of Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested to the Tom Christian Memorial fund. Online condolence and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com