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GARTH RUSSELL CHRISTENSEN

Born: Aug 17, 1930

Date of Passing: Dec 11, 2021

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GARTH RUSSELL CHRISTENSEN

We sadly announce the sudden passing of Garth Christensen, age 91, on December 11, 2021, at his home in Paradise Village.
Garth was born on August 17, 1930 in Sterling, Alberta to Norma and Allen Christensen. He graduated from University of Utah with an Agricultural Degree. Garth met Shirlee in the summer of 1954 and married December 10.
They raised five children: Grant (Tracy), Scott (Hanya), Todd (Gwen), Karyn, Joel, 13 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Garth was predeceased by his son Scott and his brother Jack.
Garth worked his way to Watkins Canadian Manager, started up Max-Pro Feeds, and retired as partner with Lundman Feeds in 1993.
Garth will be greatly missed. A private family gathering has taken place.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 1379 Kenaston Blvd., Winnipeg, MB R3P 2T5.

Please share any thoughts/memories at: interlakecremation.ca

Arrangements entrusted to:
Interlake Cremation & Memorial Services

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 18, 2021

Condolences & Memories (7 entries)

  • Doug and I are so sorry to hear about Mr. Christensen. Such memories from when we all lived on McLeod. Our condolences to you all. - Posted by: Jan Wiens (nee Sansom) (Friend) on: Jan 23, 2022

  • We had tons of fun growing up in the “old” neighborhood. We lived on Oakland and the Christensen lived on McLeod My Mom and Dad enjoyed being with everyone and still enjoy seeing each other. The group is getting smaller but memories don’t. So honoured to have known Mr C. - Posted by: Elaine Gelhorn (Friend) on: Dec 21, 2021

  • We had tons of fun growing up in the “old” neighborhood. We lived on Oakland and the Christensen lived on McLeod My Mom and Dad enjoyed being with everyone and still enjoy seeing each other. The group is getting smaller but memories don’t. So honoured to have known Mr C. - Posted by: Elaine Gelhorn (Friend) on: Dec 21, 2021

  • We had tons of fun growing up in the “old” neighborhood. We lived on Oakland and the Christensen lived on McLeod My Mom and Dad enjoyed being with everyone and still enjoy seeing each other. The group is getting smaller but memories don’t. So honoured to have known Mr C. - Posted by: Elaine Gelhorn (Friend) on: Dec 21, 2021

  • Our condolences at this difficult time. A nice man, always with a friendly smile on his face. - Posted by: Peter Lawrence (friend) on: Dec 20, 2021

  • Garth hired me back in the Max-Pro days. We played a lot of crib in the afternoons. He was a kind soul & great boss to have. I will cherish the fond memories of my career beginnings. Still with them through a few buy outs 42 yrs. He made it look good! - Posted by: Jodee Hansell (Friend) on: Dec 18, 2021

  • My deepest condolences to the family. - Posted by: Brad Childe (Family friend) on: Dec 18, 2021

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