We laid you to rest today my friend. Seeing all the people that loved you and cherished you, filled my heart. You were Scott’s little brother, he was always there for you… you held so many of my funny secrets, glances and just history. I don’t understand why all of my childrens’ relatives keep leaving.. but thank you Chris, for all the laughter, the wit, and the joy you bring. I will miss your FB posts and especially the love for your son and grandkids. You were one of a kind and I was blessed to have you as my brother in law for almost 30 years. RIP Christopher. RIP.
Christopher R. Raden
December 4, 1969 – March 14, 2026
Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, March 30, 2026 at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Sartell for Christopher R. Raden, age 56, of Sartell who passed away at his home on Saturday, March 14, 2026. Reverend Ronald Weyrens will officiate. Burial of the urn will take place in Calvary Cemetery in St. Cloud.
Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Sunday at the Daniel Funeral Home in St. Cloud and one hour prior to services on Monday at the Church. Parish prayers will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday at the funeral home.
Chris was born on December 4, 1969, in St. Cloud to Thomas and Dannielle (Cundy) Raden. He graduated from Cathedral High School in 1988 and St. Cloud State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Education, in 1992. After that, Chris moved to Florida and started his career as an elementary school educator, teaching in Florida for 26 years, before returning home to MN in 2018 to work for the Benton Stearns Education District.
Chris enjoyed watching and attending all levels of sports but was especially connected to the sport of tennis. He played competitively in high school and continued to teach and coach the sport to youngsters during his time in Florida. His love for tennis remained deeply entrenched in his life. His mother, his son and grandchildren were the center of his universe, and while he was passionate in his love for his immediate family, this love extended well beyond to the large circle of friends in both states with whom he remained connected.
Chris is survived by his son, Ryan (Noelle) Raden; mother, Dannielle Bunting; brother, Dan (Jo) Raden; stepsister Carrie (Steve) Rugg; stepbrother Raden (Ian) James; grandsons Maverick and Laker, and granddaughter Iverson Raden. His BFF and Ryan’s mom, Michelle Bellamy; Stepmother Marjorie Raden; nieces and nephews, Megan (Jack) Leniart, Rachel (Jared) Etienne, Cienna Raden, Tianna (Tucker) Isaacson, TJ (Maddie) Raden; Ashley (Sergio) Bardales; and Allison Gattamorta. And PFF (Pet Friend Forever) Lexi.
Chris is preceded in death by his brother, Scott Raden, his sister Nicole Bunting, his father Tom Raden, stepfather Jason Bunting, Aunt/Godmother Dianne Welch and his maternal and paternal grandparents.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to the ALS Association of MN/ND/SD District and the American Cancer Society are preferred.
Guestbook
You are missed. It was wonderful seeing you every morning, afternoon, or evening, using the elevator, wearing headphones, your greetings, “How’s it going?”
You left paper messages in the puzzle room for everyone was so much like you: connecting, consistent♥️.
You will be greatly missed. Your kindness was contagious.
Chris, you were a great funny person, and you are going to be greatly missed! Now you and Judith are together behave!
My deepest condolence to Ryan and you know Aunti Twanna loves you to the moon and back
I’m at a loss for words can’t describe how much u meant to my whole family you made me smile everyday when i walked in to school everyday i remember when i had hard days u always made sure that I was okay and i give my condolences to your family
I will miss you and I will always love you Chris
I was deeply saddened to hear of your passing, Chris. You were always so thoughtful, and full of life. I will never forget your smile and loving spirit. Even though it has been years since we last saw each other,you were never far from my thoughts or my heart. I can still see the proud loving smile on your face (@Applebee’s) when Ryan let be known that you are his dad. RIP😍
Christopher, we shared so many years together. Everlasting memories. We raised a beautiful son. Ryan is a wonderful man, father, spouse, teacher and coach because he learned from the very best. My life will never be the same. I am beyond grateful that God placed you in my life. You are my forever friend. I will miss your jokes, text messages and everything about you. Who is going to harass me about my 49ers during football season? 6:17 pm is forever etched in my soul. Please keep an eye on our grandkids. They will carry on the Raden legacy in CENLA,(inside joke). I will always love you Christopher. Until we meet again and you better behave yourself!
Michelle
RIP Chris,
U’ll be missed……
Always have and will remember our times together in Denmark.
Terrance Barrett
Services
Schedule Details
Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, March 30, 2026 at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Sartell for Christopher R. Raden, age 56, of Sartell who passed away at his home on Saturday, March 14, 2026. Reverend Ronald Weyrens will officiate. Burial of the urn will take place in Calvary Cemetery in St. Cloud.
Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Sunday at the Daniel Funeral Home in St. Cloud and one hour prior to services on Monday at the Church. Parish prayers will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday at the funeral home.