Chris Ellefson Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Chris Ellefson of Waukon, Iowa is shared. Chris passed away on July 9, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Chris will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around her. Friends and family will honor Chris by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence she had in their lives. Though Chris is no longer present, the bonds she created and the experiences shared will endure. Chris’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew her.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Robert Bertrand and Nancy Bertrand (Burr); her sister Minnie; and her close friends, Betty Breitspecher and Ida Heins.
She is survived by: her husband Wally; her sister Tanya Mai (Bruce Cronin) of Wellford, SC; and her nieces, Ashlee, Annie, Jodi and Patty Heins.
