Samuel A. Christner, 79, New Paris, died 9:35 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4, at his residence. He was born Feb. 26, 1937 in LaGrange County to Amos and Elizabeth (Bontrager) Christner. He married Ruby (Miller) Christner on May 23, 1959. Samuel is survived by his wife; three children, Glen (Pauline) Christner, Chouteau, OK, Debra Jean Christner, …read more.