James Duane Christjans Obituary
The passing of James Duane Christjans of Avon, South Dakota leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on January 13, 2026 at the age of 83. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of James Duane Christjans or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Ed Christjans and Edith Christjans (Rueb); his parents-in-law, Nathan and Dorothy Pritzkau; and his siblings, Don Christjans (Carol) and Marian Neu (Bob).
He is survived by: his wife Jean Christjans of Avon; his children, Jackie Salmen (Gordy) of Madison and Jerry Christjans (Rochelle) of Yankton; his grandchildren, Noah Salmen of Madison, Neely Salmen of Sioux Falls and Nathan Christjans of Harrisburg; and his sister-in-law Mary Hoferer of Yankton.
