Christopher Arlen Willason

christopher willason

April 16, 1982 ~ January 24, 2026

Born in: North Dakota
Resided in: Fargo, North Dakota

Christopher’s memorial service will be livestreamed and viewable below on Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:00 AM.

Christopher Arlen Willason was born April 16, 1982 and passed away January 24, 2026 at Sanford hospital in Fargo, ND. He was born in Fargo, North Dakota, to Elroy and Paulette Willason.

On June 12, 2011, he married Samantha Willason in Las Vegas, Nevada, on top of the Stratosphere. He was a loving father to Colton, Sophia, and Isabella Willason. His family was his greatest pride.

Christopher enjoyed watching his children grow, gaming with family and friends, football (especially cheering for his favorite team, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers), and wrestling.

Christopher is survived by his wife Samantha Willason; his children Colton, Sophia, and Isabella Willason; his brother David Willason (Leah); and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Elroy and Paulette Willason; his two brothers, Bob and Mike Willason; and grandmother, Lillian Strauss.

Christopher will be remembered for his love for his family, his teddy bear hugs, and the lasting impact he had on everyone who knew him. His memory will live on through the lives he has touched and the love he leaves behind.

A memorial service will be held at Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center on Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:00 AM. Visitation will begin one hour prior at 9:00 AM.

Services

Visitation: Friday, February 6, 2026 9:00 am - 10:00 am

Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center
123 10th Street S.
Fargo, North Dakota 58103

701-237-6441
www.boulgerfuneralhome.com

Memorial Service: Friday, February 6, 2026 10:00 am

Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center
123 10th Street S.
Fargo, North Dakota 58103

701-237-6441
www.boulgerfuneralhome.com

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  1. Willason family
    Sorry to hear of Chris’s passing. I went to school with Chris at North High. He was such a sweet heart. He always knew how to make a person smile. Thoughts and prayers go out to you.
    Marti (Evert) Olson

  2. Sorry for your loss Samantha. I knew Chris’s family and he was a class mate of my daughter. He was a very kind child and teenager. Your family are in my prayers and thoughts.
    Melody (Cindy)

  3. Sorry for your loss. I went to school with Chris. Super nice guy.
    Erika Haukedahl

  4. So sorry for your loss. Chris and I went to school together. And yes you could always count on one of his BIG teddy bear hugs or a listening ear if needed. He will be greatly missed by many! RIP Chris ❤️

  5. Dear Samantha, kids and the whole Willason family,
    I’m so sorry for your loss. Chris was an amazing person. From the day I met him at BenFranklin to the day we graduated I knew I always had a friend in him. We lost contact after high school and I am so very sorry for that. He was a wonderful man and will surely be missed. God Bless. ❤️ Kristen

  6. There is nothing to be sorry for, you and your kids are amazing because of Chris. He must have been one amazing man to show how amazing your kids grew up. Your kids show how amazing Chris was. Your kids are amazing and that is what makes Chris amazing.

  7. Sam and family! Very sorry for your loss! I knew Chris from North High! He was always there when you needed a friend!!!!


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