September 2, 1919 - October 21, 2020
In the `50s, the Champions appeared at a nightclub in Cleveland. My folks took my brother and me, and we were near the stage, which rose up in the middle of the dance floor. I was very young, a little kid. Marge , working the room, started talking to me, and I was in love. I asked her out on a date, and she asked if I could afford that. I told her my allowance was 50 cents. She got a lot of laughs without making me feel I was being made fun of. She was very sweet, leaning down and letting me kiss her on the cheek. I think I´m still in love!
Posted by: A Young Fan - Other
Jan 07, 2022
I had the good fortune to work with and get to know Marge in the 1980's. Besides being a consummate artist, she was the loveliest, most generous-spirited, gracious, smart woman, and I feel privileged to have known her. I am so glad that she will live on forever in all of the footage that has her image, talent and grace captured for all of us and for future generations.
Posted by: Bonnie J. Monte - madison, NJ - friend
Dec 05, 2020
In the 1970s, Marge and an actress named Marilee Zdeneck did a series of worship services including dance in Bel Aire Presbyterian Church in CA. The church I attended at the time, First Community in Columbus, OH, invited them to come and create a Pentecost service in 1973, and five of us were invited to dance "The Lord's Prayer" with her in the course of the service. The next day, I was invited to drive out with the minister driving her back to the airport; in the car she said, "You know, you have enough people for a dance choir. You should form one." "What's a dance choir?" I asked. The answer has been working itself out in me, one way and another, ever since.
So many thanks, Marge, for the courage, cheerfulness, professional discipline, and the sheer joy of movement that shows in everything you did. I pray to stay in touch with the inspiration of your example however possible. DLa Rue
Posted by: Donna La Rue - Arlington, MA - acquaintance
Nov 29, 2020
When our loved ones becomes a memory, such memories become a treasure for us to cherish. While cherishing Marge’s loving memories, we have the assurance and hope that she is safe in God’s memory and he will remember every details about her and bring him back to life. Isiah 26:19.
Posted by: Marie D.
Nov 03, 2020
To the family, many, many friends, colleagues and legions of fans of this wonderful woman Ms. Marge Champion, where she was a dancer who was known for movie musicals, as well as for being the model for the main character for Disney movies. May you find comfort in your treasured memories of your dear loved one in the days, months and years ahead. May the God of comfort bless your grieving hearts with strength, loving kindness and peace as the world copes with the loss of Ms. Champion. May her legacy keep her memory alive forever.
Posted by: Darlene - DC
Oct 30, 2020
Sorry to hear of marge´s passing. My mom was Marilyn Hightower & her brother Lewis was marge´s partner at belcher´s and worked as the dancer for Prince Charming in Snow White & the alligator in Fantasia. I just came across several articles about the 2 of them in their younger days. If you would be interested in copies give me a call at+14077827161 & I would be happy to send to you. Again sorry for your loss your mom was amazing. Marilyn iverson
Posted by: Marilyn iverson
Oct 25, 2020
Please accept my sincere condolences to Champion Family, May you be taken care of by the God of Tender Mercies during this time of sorrow. May He mend and bind up grieving hearts with his endless love and his peace. Thank you for Marge’s contribution to entertaining us throughout the years.
Posted by: BRY
Oct 24, 2020
I never met Ms. Champion, but always enjoyed the animated characters that she danced for!! What a great person she must have been!! Thoughts/Condolences/Prayers to her Family and Friends!! GOD bless her! GOD rest her soul!! And ''Thanks-For-The- Memories''!! With love from America!!
Posted by: Ronald Bredemeyer - Woodway, TX - friend
Oct 24, 2020
The most Fragile Angel is now safe and free within the Kingdom Up in Heaven, Amen ! An amazing woman she was , I truly am ... no words can help ease the pain and absolute stress that All shall feel unto Our Living Future days , May the Lord heal those Left Behind Now !
Bravo, Marge ! 1919-2020 and Godspeed !
Everything happens for a reason, this I personally do know !
Posted by: Jennifer Frenkil - Hanover, PA - acquaintance
Oct 23, 2020
What a beautiful lady and dancer. Marge's movies and tv shows showed a wonderful talent that could not be duplicated today by anyone. It was amazing how she could dance such difficult steps with such ease. Her family and the world has lost a treasure. Jane M., Austerlitz, NY
Posted by: A friend
Oct 23, 2020
I met Marge Champion a few years ago when we hosted an event around the documentary, Keep Dancing, in Brooklyn, NY. Many of our Seniors came out to this wonderful event with Marge. She was so gracious to all that day. I will never forget being with her that afternoon. What an amazing human being she was. Now she is dancing among the stars in the heavens!
Posted by: Lucille Aliperti - Brooklyn, NY - acquaintance
Oct 23, 2020
When I was a young girl and musicals.wete very popular in.the theatre at that time----
The biggest stars were Marge
Champion, along with her husband at the time, Gower.
They were wonderful dancers for many years. Big stars!
Appeared in many movies, and I saw them all. It was a.nice way for the parents to get the kids out of the.house! I gladly went
I put myself in Marge's shoes and really believed.i could dance like she did.
Dearest Marge, I adored you and you danced.so effortlessly,
beautifully, gracefully and this little girl was memorized.
RIP LOVELY LADY. Dance all around HEAVEN. Glorious paradise. What an audience you will have! They will love it.
Dance dance dance Marge.
Condolence to everyone that loved you.
A little girl who loved you.
(Now a senior citizen)
Posted by: A friend
Oct 23, 2020
Extending heartfelt condolences and prayers of comfort to the family of Marge Champion. What a beautiful person and exquisite dancer. May the family treasure the many memories of her as we her fans do the same. May the God of all comfort soften your grief during this very difficult time.
Posted by: L. M. - CA
Oct 22, 2020