Michael Ross Christian, 68 passed away Monday, February 27th. He was born and raised in Huntsville, AL.
He attended Fifth Avenue Elementary School, Huntsville Jr. High School and Huntsville High where he was a member of the class of 1973. He participated in school activities such as Key Club and several others. He was also a member of the Varsity football team wearing the number 60.
He was a member of First United Methodist Church and in later years taught Chapel Church for the Special Needs Class. He taught discipleship classes and was a member of the Emmaus class and Tuesday Morning Men’s Prayer Group.
He joined the AL National Guard in 1974 where he was in the 20th Special Forces 2nd Battalion 2nd Brigade posted out of Decatur, AL. He was honorably discharged in 1982.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Bobby and Peggy Christian, infant sister, Peggy Joanna, grandparents, Ross and Beulah Starkey, various family members, and friends. He is survived by his sister, Kelly Christian. He was blessed with two daughters, Sondra Nicole (Nicki) and Erin Jean. He has one grandson, Everett Grey.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, March 4th at 11:00 a.m. at Maple Hill Cemetery in Huntsville, AL.
In lieu of flowers we ask that donations be sent to the Chapel Church at First United Methodist Church or the American Diabetes Association.
