Douglas L. “Peanut” Christman

GLENS FALLS – Douglas L. “Peanut” Christman, 51, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at his home following a long illness with his loving mother by his side.

Born June 17, 1972, at Glens Falls Hospital, he was the son of Lee A. Clark and the late Douglas D. Christman.

Doug, known as Peanut to many, attended Glens Falls Sr. High School. He briefly worked at the Warren County Municipal Center as their groundskeeper. 

He was a diehard Dale Earnhardt fan and collected #3 race cars. Following Dale Earnhardt’s death on February 18, 2001, Peanut continued to watch the NASCAR races even though it was not the same. KISS was his all-time favorite rock band. Peanut loved to take the time to reassemble RC cars. Following a rainstorm, he would take the cars outside and chase his daughters around the yard splashing through the mud puddles. As years went on, Peanut realized the importance of spending time with family and friends making special memories. He loved his daughters Leeann and Jamie dearly.

A month prior to his passing, Peanut made the personal decision to trust in and love the Lord. He was proudly baptized at the Apostolic Christian Fellowship.

In addition to his father, Peanut is predeceased by his half brother Walter L. Jones; and his girlfriend of 11 years, Elizabeth Rucker.

Survivors include his loving mother Lee A. Clark; his daughters, Leeann Oechler (Cyrus) and Jamie Christman; his five grandchildren, Isabella, Landon, Chase, Oden, and Esmay; brothers Sandy Jones, Michael Christman, and Jeremy Christman; his twin sisters, Alisha Christman and Felicia Christman; his special nephews, Dajon Jones, and Tyler McKinney; and his uncle Steven (DeeDee) Clark. Peanut is also survived by his best friend Don Bennett, and numerous other close friends.

Peanut’s family would like to especially thank High Peaks Hospice for the care and compassion provided not only to Peanut, but his mom, Lee. They would also like to thank Fredericka Stevens for her support during this difficult time.

A Celebration of Doug’s Life will be held at a date and time to be announced by his family.

Donations in Doug’s name may be made to High Peaks Hospice and Palliative Care, 1247 Dix Ave., Hudson Falls, NY 12839, or the Apostolic Christian Fellowship at 103 Warren St., Glens Falls, NY 12801.