Christopher Todd Henrichsen
November 19, 1976 – December 13, 2021
Christopher Todd Henrichsen, of Lusby, MD, was born in Washington D.C. on November 19, 1976. He passed away unexpectedly on December 13, 2021, due to surgery complications. He grew up in the suburbs of DC, where he gained his love for politics and became a devout Republican. He served as a full-time missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints from 1995 to 1997 in Anaheim California, Vietnamese-speaking. While in the service of the Lord, he saw the light and he came home a devout Democrat.
While studying journalism at Ricks College in Rexburg Idaho, he met his Lyndee Marie Curtis. Wasting no time, they were married and sealed for all eternity 8 months later on August 21st, 1998 in the Salt Lake City, Utah Temple. Their first son, Todd Abraham Henrichsen, was born, and two weeks later, with his wife and son at his side, Chris graduated with a bachelor’s in political science from the University of Utah. Almost two years later, Shem Foster Henrichsen, the second, biggest, and most athletic was born. Shortly after finishing his master’s degree in Political Theory, his first and favorite daughter, Geneva Adriane Henrichsen, was born.
Chris is a lifelong teacher. His teaching began on his mission and continued as an adjunct professor at Utah Valley University. He later taught political science at BYU Idaho and Provo as well as Casper College. He taught middle school in Las Vegas and most recently taught social studies at Huntingtown High School. Chris taught driver’s education at Chesapeake Driving School and was working on his Ph.D. He loved each and every one of his students, and they loved him. His family often participated in long conversations about his students and colleagues. They meant so much to him.
Chris loves punk rock, politics, and Diet Coke. But most of all, he loves his family. They have been and will always be his number one priority, and they will be forever blessed to have had him in their lives.
Chris is preceded in death by his grandparents, his father Richard Ernest Henrichsen, and his niece SarahLyn Henrichsen. He is survived by his wife, Lyndee, and his three children, Todd, Shem, and Geneva. He is also survived by his mother, Carla Henrichsen, his two siblings, Richard Henrichsen (JoAnn) and Britt Mageras (Mark), and many brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Lexington Park, 22747 Old Rolling Rd, Lexington Park, Maryland on Saturday, December 18th at 11 AM. There will be a viewing Friday, December 17th from 6 to 8 PM and Saturday, December 18th from 9 to 10:30 AM in the same location. Burial services will be held at the Upton, Utah Cemetery on Tuesday, December 21st at 11 AM. All family, friends, colleagues, and students are invited to attend these events and celebrate his life. The family would like to give a special thanks to Huntingtown High School, Calvert County School District, and the Lexington Park Ward.
“Lift up your head a be of good cheer” 3 Nephi 1:13
Visitation
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (Lexington Park, MD)
22747 Old Rolling Road
Lexington Park, MD 20653
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (Lexington Park, MD)
22747 Old Rolling Road
Lexington Park, MD 20653
Services
- Funeral Service
Saturday, December 18, 2021
11:00 AM
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (Lexington Park, MD)
22747 Old Rolling Road
Lexington Park, MD 20653
Interment
- Burial
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We are so sorry to hear about Chris. He had such a inviting presence. His love and respect for his family was beautiful. The Henrichsen family is in our thoughts and prayers. Lyndee, Todd, Shem and Geneva sending you all light and prayers.
My heart still breaks for your family. I have loved to see the family adventures over the years that have shown how much love you all have shared, and will continue to share. My prayers of peace and comfort to Lyndee and family.
We love you! Please know that you and your family are in our prayers. Thank you so much for inviting us into your home in Casper, WY to play games and get to know you and your family. I loved it when Chris taught at church. Our visit to your family was short in Las Vegas but we were so happy to get to see you all. Our arms and home are open to you and your family.
Love the Probst Family
My sincerest condolences. Chris and I were colleagues in Vegas. Shem was in my seventh grade Accelerated Reading class. I met Lyndee when she and Chris came to help celebrate my 40th birthday at the Grand Lux Cafe. I pray that you all find peace and love in the memories of Chris. I’m so incredibly sorry. He was such a great person.
We love Chris and have so many wonderful memories of him as a young man in the Olney Ward. I loved working on merit badges with him in scouting because of his personal accountability and his desire to do the best. Love and peace to Carla, Britt and Richard as you look forward to a time in the future to be together again.
Susan and John Cobb
I send you my heartfelt love and condolences, Carla and your family. I’m so thankful that you have a testimony of the Savior and of eternal families. I’m praying each day, each minute for the Lord to ease your hearts and minds. My prayers are with you.
Carla and Lyndee, one I know well though have not seen for years and another I have never met except that you are the spouse of Chris and by his obituary I love as much as I love Chris. I served as Chris’s bishop during 1989. – 1994 while he lived in Olney MD. He was true in his devotion to God and his family and that never changed throughout his life. I had occasional contact with Chris as he became involved in politics. I’m glad he chose to express himself through running for office. It was a tough but sanctifying choice. May the blessings he cherished also comfort and sustain you both until you meet again.
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We are so sorry to hear about Chris. He had such a inviting presence. His love and respect for his family was beautiful. The Henrichsen family is in our thoughts and prayers. Lyndee, Todd, Shem and Geneva sending you all light and prayers.
My heart still breaks for your family. I have loved to see the family adventures over the years that have shown how much love you all have shared, and will continue to share. My prayers of peace and comfort to Lyndee and family.
We love you! Please know that you and your family are in our prayers. Thank you so much for inviting us into your home in Casper, WY to play games and get to know you and your family. I loved it when Chris taught at church. Our visit to your family was short in Las Vegas but we were so happy to get to see you all. Our arms and home are open to you and your family.
Love the Probst Family
My sincerest condolences. Chris and I were colleagues in Vegas. Shem was in my seventh grade Accelerated Reading class. I met Lyndee when she and Chris came to help celebrate my 40th birthday at the Grand Lux Cafe. I pray that you all find peace and love in the memories of Chris. I’m so incredibly sorry. He was such a great person.
We love Chris and have so many wonderful memories of him as a young man in the Olney Ward. I loved working on merit badges with him in scouting because of his personal accountability and his desire to do the best. Love and peace to Carla, Britt and Richard as you look forward to a time in the future to be together again.
Susan and John Cobb
I send you my heartfelt love and condolences, Carla and your family. I’m so thankful that you have a testimony of the Savior and of eternal families. I’m praying each day, each minute for the Lord to ease your hearts and minds. My prayers are with you.
So very sorry to hear this! You are in my thoughts and prayers!
My sincerest condolences. Chris was a fantastic person who was kind and loving to all he met. I have many fond memories of our time together in quorums and scouting. He will be missed by so many.
Carla and Lyndee, one I know well though have not seen for years and another I have never met except that you are the spouse of Chris and by his obituary I love as much as I love Chris. I served as Chris’s bishop during 1989. – 1994 while he lived in Olney MD. He was true in his devotion to God and his family and that never changed throughout his life. I had occasional contact with Chris as he became involved in politics. I’m glad he chose to express himself through running for office. It was a tough but sanctifying choice. May the blessings he cherished also comfort and sustain you both until you meet again.