Chronology

This set of pages tells the Christman story chronologically, with each page describing the events of a certain period of time.

The contents are:

Ed’s Early Years

Ed as a Wake Forest Student 1947-1953

Jean’s Early Years and Arrival at Wake Forest

When Ed Met Jean 1949

Ed in Seminary and Ordained to the Ministry 1953-1956, 1961-2, 1968-9

Wake Forest Career 1954-2003

Retirement and Honors 2003+

Ed passed away on December 24, 2014, after a short illness. His funeral was held in Wait Chapel on the campus, filled with friends and loved ones. It was a true celebration, with many stories and good music, including “When the Saints Go Marching In.”