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 In Memory of 
MARJORIE WINGROVE (CAMP) CHRISTOFFERSEN

Marjorie Wingrove Camp was born on June 9, 1917 at Deloraine, Manitoba, fourth child of Margaret (Smith) Camp and Philip Camp of Deloraine. She was educated in Deloraine, Tilston, Alida and Boissevain.

In 1939, Marj married Axel Peter Christoffersen, formerly of Frederikksund, Zealand in Denmark. They lived in Boissevain for the first years of their married life. Their oldest daughter and son, Penny and Philip, were born there. They lived in Goodlands for several years. Their next two sons, Monty and Alfred, were born in Deloraine. From 1950 until the present time, the family lived in Austin and their last two children, Neil (Randy) and Karen, were born in Carberry.

In addition to her role as wife and mother, Marj was also a member of the Patriotic Club, a Sunday School teacher at the United Church, and a leader for the 4-H sewing club. She supported the UCW and the Museum at Austin by her contributions of baking and cooking for many events. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star for over 30 years.

Marj was very hospitable to everyone who came to her home, where coffee and conversation were always the order of the day.

Predeceased by Axel (1991), her parents, her brothers Philip and Len, her sister, Grace, she is survived by her children, their spouses, 9 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, her sister Sylvia, and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

The Service of Celebration of her life was held at Austin United Church on Thursday, March 19, 1998 at 2:00 p.m.

Donations may be made in her memory to the Palliative Care Unit of Portage District General Hospital or a charity of the donor's choice.

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