Jackson, Margaret 1921-2006)

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2006 Aug 11 p. 29

Birth date: 1921 Aug 15

text of obituary:

MARGARET JACKSON

Margaret Jack son died Apr. 17. She was born Aug. 15, 1921 in Toron- to. Her twin sister died from pneumonia at six months. Margaret discovered the joy of a relationship with Je - sus in her mid-teens. She loved children, and was involved in teach- ing Sunday school and children's ministry all her life. She entered the Salvation Army Train- ing College to become an officer and was sent to Bermuda, serving until 1944. She married Russell in August 1944. They went with Scandi- navian Alliance Mission (now TEAM) as pioneer missionaries to Southern Rhodesia (Zimbabwe), and retired to Abbotsford, B.C. in 1986. Margaret lived a life of deep devotion to her Master and Saviour. She consistently displayed courage, fortitude, and adaptability during 37 years of ministry in Africa, in retirement, and in her de- clining years . Predeceased by Russ; sister Emma ; she is mourned by children Lynnette, Bud, and Tom ; 9 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; 2 brother. The memorial service was May 20 at Centra l Heights (MB) Church, Abbotsford.