John "Swede" Christian's obituary , Passed away on June 8, 2026 in Billings, Montana

John "Swede" Christian

December 22, 1937 - June 8, 2026 (88 years old)

Billings, Montana

John "Swede" Christian's obituary , Passed away on June 8, 2026 in Billings, Montana

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Dahl Funeral Chapel

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John "Swede" Christian

December 22, 1937 - June 8, 2026 (88 years old)

Billings, Montana

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John Christian Obituary

John Christian (Billings, Montana), born on December 22, 1937, passed away on June 8, 2026. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Belle Atkinson and John Christian, Sr.; and his siblings, Darrell Christian, Davy Archambeau, Judy Mitchell, JD Atkinson and Bobby Atkinson.

He is survived by: his wife Lavina Guertin; his sons, J. Dean Christian, Danny Christian and Jamie Christian (Marcia); his stepchildren, Doug Mullowney (Yvonne), Tim Mullowney (Wendi), Lynn Mullowney Cabrera (Nardo), PJ Mullowney (Iris) and Jim Mullowney; and his siblings, Tom Atkinson, Denver Atkinson, Jamie Atkinson and Dotty Atkinson. He is also survived by 25 grandchildren, 15 great‑grandchildren, and many cousins, nieces, and nephews, his family.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Veterans Navigation Network in Billings, MT, or the charity of your choice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Dahl Funeral Chapel



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June 18

Vigil service

Dahl Funeral Chapel
10 Yellowstone Ave, Billings, MT 59101

Fri

June 19

Funeral Mass

St. Anthony Catholic Church
317 W 7th St, Laurel, MT 59044

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