Lenwood James "Lenny" Christ, age 80, of Keshena, passed away on Thursday October 5, 2023, at his home. Lenwood was born on June 6, 1943, in Keshena to the late Arthur and Mary (Moses) Christ. Following high school Lenny enlisted in the United States Army where he served his country for three years and received an honorable discharge. He owned and operated Power Clean Inc. in Fond du Lac before moving on to work as a carman and welder for the Soo Line Railroad and then Chicago Northwestern Railroad.  He also served as Vice Chairman for the United States and Canada's Local Union of Carmen.  Lenny was a very social man with a great sense of humor, he loved spending his time visiting with friends and family. In Lenny's free time, he enjoyed hunting, boating, and fishing on Lake Michigan for salmon. He also loved gambling at the casinos and taking long, scenic drives.

Lenny is survived by his children, Bryan (Paula Bergsbaken) Christ and Tonya Christ; a grandson, Taylor (Diondre Shawano) Eppler; a great-grandson, Noah; and a sister, Dorothy Steinbarth. He is further survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Lenny is preceded in death by his parents, siblings, Aloysius Christ, Donald Christ and Marilyn Gardner, and his former wife, Judy.

A memorial gathering for Lenny will be held on Thursday October 12, 2023, at Swedberg Funeral Home in Gresham beginning at 11:00am and continuing until a time of sharing at 1:00pm. Inurnment will follow at Gresham Public Cemetery with Military Honors conducted by the Gresham American Legion Post #390, of which Lenny was a proud member.