Shawn Damon Christensen

Shawn Damon Christensen
Ankeny, Iowa

Shawn Damon Christensen, 57, passed away on January 26, 2026 at his home. He was born on September 28, 1968 in Des Moines to Jon and Maxine (Fuqua) Christensen.

Shawn proudly served his country in both the United States Marine Corps and the United States Army. He was a member of the Corvette Club of Iowa and an avid gun enthusiast. Shawn took great pride in volunteering whenever he could with many organizations, including the VA Hospital, Blue Star Mothers, and as a Warrior Leader with the Wounded Warrior Project.

Shawn is survived by his parents, Jon and Joyce Christensen; brother, Shannon Dale Christensen; nephew, Jaxson; niece, Jenna; along with other loving relatives and many special friends.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Maxine.

A Celebration of Life accompanied with Military Honors, will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the VFW Post 9662, 1309 NE 66th Ave., Des Moines. A time of sharing will begin at 11:00 a.m., with visitation to follow until 2:00 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the Wounded Warrior Project, 230 W. Monroe Street Suite 200, Chicago, IL 60606, in loving memory of Shawn Christensen.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hamiltonsfuneralhome.com

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