Howard L. Christensen, Jr., 56, of Meriden, formerly of Higganum, beloved husband of, Amy (Pelkey) Christensen, passed peacefully at the Hospital of Central Connecticut with is family at his side on Monday, April 15, 2024.

Howard was employed by Connecticut Natural Gas as a pipefitter.  He was a member of the Masons and Valley Bible Church.

Besides his wife, Amy, Howard is survived by two stepdaughters, Kristina Setaro (Mark) of Portland, Deidra Anderson (William Kacillas) of Hamden, six grandchildren, Saige, Greyson, Masen, Oliver, Chase, and Cooper.

Friends may call at Biega Funeral Home 3 Silver Street Middletown, on Sunday from 2 to 4 pm. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Feral Cats of East Windsor Rescue Inc. www.feralcatsofeastwindsor.org. To share memories or extend condolences online, please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com.