Marj was born on 17th July 1931 in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. In 1932 she arrived in Bladworth, Saskatchewan and was adopted by John and Lottie Mathers. Marj was raised on the Mathers family farm a mile and a half south of Bladworth along Highway 11. At the young age of 4 Marj lost her mother Lottie. Marj attended school in Bladworth where she graduated in 1948. In November 1953 Marj married the love of her life George Gust. They resided with John on the Mathers farm where they raised two children Rick and Kae. In 1967 John passed away. According to Marj the Mathers farm was lost because the highway was about to go through the living room. The family then moved to 407 Toronto Street in Davidson. Marj lost her husband George in January 1992. Marj was able to stay at the house until 2008 when she moved to the Manor and then to the Davidson Health Center.

Marj enjoyed being at home to raise the children and take care of the home. From an early age she enjoyed sewing, knitting, crocheting, and quilting. Her passion for this was evident in all of her family members’ homes. For many years Marj was an avid Avon salesperson. Marj and George were always up for entertaining. Whether it was another couple over for a game of cards or 30 or 40 people to play music and dance the night away. Backyard gathering were a favorite for Marj as well. George and Marj spend many nights in their motorhome either camping or attending other small town fairs. Marj was also well known for her memory of dates and the cost of any purchases. She never lost her wit or sense of humor.