CHRISTENSEN, Margaret - It is with great sadness, after a long and courageous battle with cancer, we announce the passing of Margaret May Christensen, at the age of 83.

She is survived by her loving husband of 48 years, Peder; her daughter, Karen (Riyn MacGregor), grandchildren Benjamin, Brigitte and Trent, of Kelowna BC. Margaret is also survived by her niece, Joey Christensen of Whistler, and step daughters Debbra Hogan & family of Australia, and Ivalani Rose & family of Calgary.

Margaret was a genuine wife and mother of many talents. She had a fun and loving sense of humour. She could sing beautifully and knew the words to all the old songs. She loved her family immensely and always made them her priority. She was dearly loved and cherished by all who knew her. Living most of her life in Kelowna, she was a stay at home mother that could easily bake up a dozen apple pies or knit the whole family afghans. As a girl, Margaret was born and grew up in Winnipeg Manitoba along with her three sisters and parents. She loved musical theatre and played in roles ranging from a can-can girl to songstress. She even sang on the radio and recorded an album. Taking this background along with her through her life, she was always the life of the party and wanted to sing for all.

The family would like to thank Dr. David Whiting, Sutherland Hills and Cottonwoods homes for the care she received throughout her battle with cancer. She will be dearly missed, never forgotten, and loved forever.

A celebration of her life will be made this Wednesday, April 27 at 4:30 pm at the Springfield Funeral Home.

Should family and friends so desire, donations can be made in Margaret Christensen's name with the Canadian Cancer Society (www.cancer.ca).

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077.

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