Irene T. Christensen Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Irene T. Christensen of Wheaton, Illinois, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on August 7, 2025 at the age of 86. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Charles Rich and Ellen Rich; her husband LaVon Christensen; and her stepdaughter Vonda Bootz (John). She is survived by: her children, Bill Melka (Rochel), Therese DeTolla (Steven) and Charlie Melka (Jeanette); her stepson Tom Christensen (Paula); and her grandchildren, Shannon Grigonis (Tony), Meghann Ferguson (Adam), Michael Melka, Anna Melka, Michelle DeTolla, Nick Melka, Charles Melka, Elizabeth Bootz, Rebecca Bootz, Jennice Bootz, Tyler Christensen (Meghan), Dane Christensen (Kim) and Logan Christensen.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Irene's name to the Dominican Literacy Center in Aurora, IL (https://dominicanliteracycenter.org) would be appreciated.
