Joseph C. Christian, 81, of Algonquin, died peacefully on April 30, 2026.
Joseph was born July 20, 1944, in Harrison, New Jersey, the son of Joseph and Shirley Mae (Wolcott) Christian. On April 21, 1979, he married Roberta A. Lay. Joe was an avid golfer and a history buff, and he and Roberta enjoyed snowmobiling together. He cherished time spent with his family, especially his granddaughters. Joe was a devoted husband, father, papa, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Roberta Christian; his children, Ryan (Marcie) Christian, Scott Christian, Sean Christian, and Stephanie Christian; his grandchildren, Jules, Adelaide, and Allison; and his brother, Gary (Kathleen) Christian. Joe was preceded in death by his parents; his twin brother, James; his brothers, Daniel and Paul; and his sister, Catherine.
Visitation will be held on Friday, May 8, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. until the 10:00 a.m. Mass at St. Mary Catholic Church, 10307 Dundee Road, Huntley. Inurnment will follow at St. Mary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to St. Mary Catholic Church.
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