Andrew Christ

March 20, 1927 - January 9, 2019

Andrew Christ, 91, of Wilson Creek, WA, passed away peacefully on January 9th with his family by his side. Andrew was born to George and Theodora Christ in 1927, in Wilson Creek, WA. He graduated from Wilson Creek High School in 1945 and served in the Army from 1945-1946. Andrew returned home to work for Great Northern Railroad. He met the love of his life, Susan and they married in September 1954. A railroad family, Andrew, his father, his brother, his son and two grandsons all worked for BNSF Railroad. Andrew retired from the railroad after 43 years of service. Andrew and Susan enjoyed commercial fishing in Westport, WA. He also enjoyed golfing in his retirement years. Andrew is survived by his wife of 64 years, Susan, his three sons, George (Colleen), Chuck (Colleen), Mike (Lisa), his seven grandchildren, Nicholas, Jordan, Brittani, Neonderlyn, Nathena, Matt and Andrew, his eight great grandchildren and his precious dogs, Zeus and Sophie. He was preceded in death by his parents, three siblings, Charlie, Gus and Mary and his beloved dog, Pauli. Visitation is scheduled for 6-8pm on Wednesday, January 16th at the Nicoles Funeral Home in Ephrata, WA. The graveside funeral will take place at 1:00 pm, Thursday, January 17th at the Wilson Creek Cemetery. Luncheon to follow at Wilson Creek Presbyterian Church.