Donna Mae Christensen, Longtime Nebraska Resident, Dies at 93

Christensen was a gifted writer, journalist, counselor and speaker who authored several books.

Mar. 19, 2026 at 12:00am

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Donna Mae Christensen, a longtime resident of Superior, Nebraska, passed away on March 10, 2026, at the age of 93. Christensen was a prolific writer, journalist, counselor and speaker, and also authored several books. She was an active member of the Lighthouse Church of the Nazarene and the Christian Woman's Club.

Why it matters

Christensen's passing marks the end of an era for the Superior community, where she had been a fixture for decades. As a gifted communicator and community leader, her contributions will be missed by many.

The details

Christensen was born in Beaver City, Nebraska in 1932 and graduated from Beaver City High School. She later attended Kearney State College and the University of Northern Colorado. Over the course of her life, Christensen was married three times - to Arlon D. Fuller Sr., Vernon Martin, and Aubrey "Chris" Christensen, all of whom preceded her in death. She had five children with her first husband, Arlon, as well as one child with Vernon Martin who passed away. In addition to her writing and journalism work, Christensen enjoyed archery, horseback riding, and golfing, and was known for her ability to recite Spoonerisms.

  • Donna Mae Christensen was born on July 13, 1932 in Beaver City, Nebraska.
  • Christensen passed away on March 10, 2026 at the age of 93 at the Superior Good Samaritan Society in Superior, Nebraska.
  • Christensen entered the Superior Good Samaritan Society on June 15, 2023 and resided there until her death.

The players

Donna Mae Christensen

A longtime resident of Superior, Nebraska who was a gifted writer, journalist, counselor and speaker, and also an author of several books.

Arlon D. Fuller Sr.

Christensen's first husband, with whom she had five children.

Vernon Martin

Christensen's second husband, with whom she had one child who passed away.

Aubrey "Chris" Christensen

Christensen's third husband, who preceded her in death.

Lighthouse Church of the Nazarene

The church where Christensen was an active member.

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The takeaway

Donna Mae Christensen's passing marks the end of an era for the Superior, Nebraska community, where she had been a respected and admired figure for decades. As a gifted communicator, writer, and community leader, her contributions and legacy will be long remembered.