Cecelia Christensen Obituary


CECELIA ROSE (KEMP) CHRISTENSEN
March 31, 1918 ~ January 8, 2018

Cecelia Rose (Kemp) Christensen passed away peacefully January 8, 2018 at the age of 99 years old. She was born March 31, 1918 in Portland, OR to Jim and Carrie Kemp. Cecelia was affectionately known as CeCe and Ceili and spent most of her life living in Vancouver, WA.
Cecelia was preceded in death by her parents; eleven siblings; her husband, Elmer Christensen and her son, Ronald Christensen. She is survived by son, Walter (Jim) Christensen and daughter, Beverly Christensen (Adams) along with many Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. Cecelia was a devout Catholic and attended The Academy Cathedral School in Vancouver.
She was an amazing seamstress and worked many years sewing custom drapes and later worked at Jantzen Knitting Mills. She loved music, dancing and she loved to entertain. She was also an incredible baker. She was the best story teller and she had her mind intact until the end. Her family will cherish her memory as being strong, courageous, feisty and one who always put her family first.
Service will be held Thursday, January 18, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. at St. John's Catholic Church, 8701 NE 119th Street, Vancouver, WA.
Please sign Cecelia's Guest Book at www.columbian.com/obits.

Published by The Columbian on Jan. 14, 2018.
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I'm going to miss laughing with you Cece, you still knew how to enjoy life and have a little fun. While I only knew you for a short time, I am going to miss you. May God give your family strength, God bless.

Kierra

January 18, 2018

During this time of great sorrow and pain, know that you are not alone. May God give your family strength and comfort to help you endure this loss. As you remember your beloved one, may our Father, the God of peace, give you comfort and peace in every way today, tomorrow, and always. Please accept my sincere condolences. 2 Thessalonians 3:16

January 18, 2018

I am sure going to miss her sass. She had the best sense of humor. I am lucky to have known her for the last few years.

Kelly

January 17, 2018

We will miss you so much CeCe. We are so thankful that you were such a wonderful friend to my mom at Manor Care over the last several years.
Rest in peace,
Dorothea, Linda & Alana

January 16, 2018

The Lord has received a beautiful soul with a ready smile. I just know she will share her cookies and there will be a celebration with laughter and dancing! Godspeed Miss Cece.

Devon

January 16, 2018

May the God of comfort be with you at this time

Connie

January 16, 2018

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