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Tindall, Patricia Klassen (1932-2008)

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Birth date: 1932 Feb 28

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<nowiki><center><h3>PATRICIA KLASSEN TINDALL</h3></nowiki><nowiki></center></nowiki>

Patricia "Pat" Klassen

Tindall died Dec. 9,

2008. She was born Feb.

28, 1932 in Salamanca,

New York to Russell and

Victoria Moore. Pat made

a decision to follow Christ

as Saviour at an early age, and desired to devote

her life to missionary work. She graduated from

Carson Newman College in Jefferson City, Tenn.

in 1953, then went to seminary where she met

John Klassen whom she married Dec. 26, 1956.

In 1959, they began 37 years of missionary work

in Curitiba, Brazil, with the MB Board of Missions.

Pat taught at the Bible school, served as librarian,

did church planting, led women's Bible studies,

was Sunday school superintendent, and planned

Vacation Bible Schools. She had the gift of hospitality. ln 1995, Pat and John retired to Abbotsford,

B.c., where they became involved in a Chinese

MB church in Vancouver. John died in May 2001.

After much prayer and with encouragement from

mutual friends, Pat moved to Fresno to marry

George Tindall on Nov. 26, 2005. Pat was positive

and hopeful during her three-and-a-half years of

cancer treatment. Predeceased by John and all

her siblings; Pat is mourned by George; children

Vickie (Ezequiel Pes so a), Nancy, John "Bud"

(Cleide), Sue (Johann Zimmermann); 8 grandchil ren. The memorial service was Dec. 13 at North

Fresno MB Church. Interment was Dec. 16, 2008,

in Abbotsford, B.C.

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HeppnerPeter (1919-2008)

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Birth date: 1919 Jan 12

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<nowiki><center><h3>PETER HEPPNER</h3></nowiki><nowiki></center></nowiki>

Peter Heppner died Dec.

3, 2008. He was born in

Leonidovka, Ukraine on

Jan. 12, 1919 to Cornelius

and Maria Heppner. He

arrived in Canada in 1926.

Peter married Blondina

Bergmann Apr. 6, 1937.

In 1940, they moved to Vancouver where Peter

began trucking. In 1943, they moved back to

Sardis with the business . One of Peter's passions

was flying. He earned his private pilot's license in

1946 and was a member of the Chilliwack Flying

Club for 50 years, becoming an honorary life

member. Peter was also active in Greendale MB

Church. He was known for sitting in the balcony

where he made sure teenagers paid attention to

the sermons. Peter retired in 1980 and moved to

Sardis, where he and Blondina were known to

the neighbourhood children as "Opa and Oma."

In 1996, Peter was diagnosed with Parkinson's

disease. Predeceased by Blondina in 2006, Peter

is mourned by children Eleanor (Peter) Thoss, Bill

(Pauline), Darlene (Sandy) York; 5 grandchildren,

7 great-grandchildren; 6 siblings. The service of

remembrance was Dec. 11, 2008 at Greendale MB

Church, Chilliwack, B.C.

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Quiring, Louise Klassen (1913-2008)

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Birth date: 1913 Sept 06

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<nowiki><center><h3>LOUISE QUIRING>/h3></center></nowiki>

Elizabeth Peters died Nov. 28, 2008. She

was born Sept. 6, 1913 in

Gnadenheim, Russia to

Hermann and Katerina

Klassen. The family

immigrated to Manitoba

in 1929. Louise worked as a

maid in Winnipeg and was baptized there,joining

North End MB and, later, North Kildonan MB

churches. In 1935, the family moved to B.C., and

she worked in Vancouver. Louise married John

Quiring in 1940. They were active members of

Vancouver MB, Fraserview MB, and Killarney Park

MB churches. Louise loved people and enjoyed

creating a home for her family, visiting, and enter-

taining. Her strong faith and constant prayers

were an example to many. Louise is mourned by

children Jeanette (Joseph) Jones, Frances (Gerald)

Friesen, Don, Dan (Monique); 14 grandchildren;

18 great-grandchildren; 1 sister. The memorial

service was Dec. 4 at Fraserview MB Church,

Richmond, B.C.

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Peters, Elizabeth Dyck (1928-2008)

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Birth date: 1928 Jan 17

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<nowiki><center><h3>ELIZABETH PETERS</h3></nowiki><nowiki></center></nowiki>

Elizabeth Peters died

peacefully, Nov. 14, 2008.

She was born Jan. 17, 1928

in Cabri, Sask. to Jacob and

Eva Dyck. Her family moved

to Yarrow, B.C. in 1937. She

committed her life to Christ

in her early teens, was baptized at Yarrow MB

Church in 1947, and attended Elim Bible School.

Elizabeth's love for Jesus and deep concern for

others was reflected in service to her church. She

enjoyed teaching Sunday school and volunteering

in the church library. Elizabeth married Abe Peters

in 1955, and side-by-side shared their dairy farm

in Abbotsford until Abe died in 1999. Elizabeth

enjoyed tending her flowers, visiting, reading,

gardening, and travelling. Her sense of humour

and joy of living endeared her to all. Predeceased

by Abe, Elizabeth is mourned by children Lorence

and Linda; 1 brother; 2 sisters-in-law. The funeral

was Nov. 20 at Yarrow (B.c.) MB Church.

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Quiring, Wilmer Alan (1919-2008)

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Birth date: 1919 Aug 17

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<nowiki><center><h3>WILMER ALLAN QUIRING</h3></nowiki><nowiki><center></nowiki>

Wilmer Allan Quiring was born Aug. 17, 1919 in Mennon, Sask. to John E. and

Helena Lepp Quiring. He studied at Bethany Bible

Institute, Hepburn, Sask., Pacific Bible Institute in

Fresno, Cal., Hartford Seminary, Conn., and Gordon

Conwell Theological Seminary, Mass. While at

Pacific Bible Institute, Wilmer met Eugenia "Jean"

Fowler, whom he married in 1949. They served with

the MB mission board in La Cumbre, Colombia,

from 1952-1956, administering and teaching in

a primary school. After a period in the U.s. for

Wilmer's education, the family returned to Cali,

Colombia, in 1959 to work in a church leadership training program. In 1964, the family returned to

Connecticut to care for Jean's mother, and Wilmer

completed his MDiv. While working, he contrib-

uted in Christian ministry, both in his home church

and in other New England churches. After a move

to Fresno, Cal., Wilmer managed a shopping centre

from 1974 until retirement in 1986. He also enjoyed

long periods of ministry with West Park Bible

Church, Fresno, and Calva rio MB Church, Dinuba.

After Jean's death in 1991, he married Edna Thiesen

Jantz. Predeceased by Jean, Wilmer is mourned by

Edna; children Naomi (Yukio) Mizumoto, Phebe

(Richard) Wahl, Lois (Steve) Ewert, John (Karen); 8

grandchildren; 6 siblings. The celebration service

was Nov. 19 at North Fresno MB Church.

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Enns, Elsie Koehn (1918-2008)

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Birth date 1918 Jan 11

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<nowiki><center><h3>ELSIE ENNS>/h3></center></nowiki>

008. She was born Jan.

11, 1918 in Russia to Peter

and Elizabeth Koehn. Elsie

immigrated to Canada

in the 1930s. She met

Jacob Enns in Abbotsford,

B.c., and they were married Oct. 2, 1938. She

was baptized in 1950 and became a member of

Greendale MB Church, Chilliwack, B.c. Elsie was

a faithful woman who centred her life and family

around God. Elsie's claim to fame was her cooking.

Predeceased by Jacob, son Edward, grandson

Joshua, and great-grandson Wyatt Pullan; Elsie is

mourned by children Art (Lois), Gerry (Charlotte); 3

grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren. The funeral

was Nov. 22 at Greendale MB Church, Chilliwack.

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Heidebrecht, Maria (Mary) Peters (1917-2008)

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Birth date: 1917 May 14

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<nowiki><center><h3>MARIA (MARY) HEIDEBRECHT</h3></nowiki><nowiki></center></nowiki>

Maria (Mary)

Heidebrecht

Maria (Mary) Heidebrecht

(nee Peters) died Nov. 8,

2008. She was born May

14, 1917 in Wernersdorf,

Ukraine. Mary married

Heinrich Heidebrecht Oct.

29, 1938. In Sept. 1943, the German army came

through the Molotschna colonies and drafted all

the German-speaking men into the army, including

Heinrich. Mary, along with her 2 children, brother,

mother, and grandmother, left for Poland where a

third child was born. Heinrich was killed Feb. 1945.

With the help of relatives, the family arrived in

Coaldale, Alta., in 1950. There, Mary accepted Christ

as Saviour, was baptized, and joined Coaldale MB

Church. Mary kept house for wealthy families in

Lethbridge until she found employment at the

Coaldale Hospital. She retired in 1982. Mary will

be remembered for leaving her burdens with her

heavenly Father, never stressing about things in

front of her children, and for her thankfulness

and unwillingness to complain. Predeceased

by Heinrich, she is mourned by children Henry

(Cheryl), Katie (John) Regier, Helen (Ed) Hendricks;

8 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; 5 great-great grandchildren.

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Dueck, Helene Grace 91924-2008)

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Birth date: 1924, Aug 26

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<nowiki><center><h3>HELENE GRACE DUECK>/h3></center></nowiki>

Helene Grace Dueck died

Nov. 8, 2008 . She was born

Aug. 26, 1924 to Johann

and Helene Dueck in

Gnadenheim, Ukraine. In

1943, having experienced

years of persecution,

hunger, fear, and want,

Helene left her homeland. With the aid of MC(,

she came to Canada in 1948. Helene attended a

local Bible school and confirmed her faith through

baptism, joining the MB church in Gem, Alta.

After training at MB Bible College in Winnipeg

and later at the University of B.C, she fulfilled

her dream of becoming a teacher. She taught

in Manitoba, Austria, SWitzerland, and northern

B.C Helene loved children and was a very good

storyteller. Health problems led to retirement in

1974. Predeceased by 1 brother, she is mourned by

2 sisters, 1 brother, and her nieces and nephews .

The funeral was Nov. 15 at Woodlawn Funeral

Home Chapel, Abbotsford, B.C.

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Peters, Gerald (Gerry) Franklin (1947-2008)

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Birth date: 1947 Jan 15

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<nowiki><center><h3>GERALD FRANKLIN PETERS>/H3></center></nowiki>

Gerald (Gerry) Peters died

Nov. 7, 2008 . He was born

Jan. 15, 1947 to Frank C and

Melita Peters. In his early

years, he moved between

Kansas, Kitchener, Ont.,

and Winnipeg while his father was a student and

pastor. Gerry was baptized in 1951 at South End

MB Church in Winnipeg. He married Sylvia Willms

June 21, 1968. He retired in 2003, having served

as principal in various schools in the Kitchenerl

Waterloo area. Gerry cared deeply about his

students, teachers, church community, and neigh-

bours, and had a passion for family get-togethers,

horses, motorcycles, basketball, and youth events.

He was active at Kitchener MB Church, and later

at Glencairn MB Church. Gerry is mourned by

Sylvia; children Beckie (Andy) Wood, Frank (Libby),

Sarah (Jon) Claassen; 6 grandchildren; his mother; 4

siblings. The funeral was Nov. 11 at Plattsville (Ont.)

Missionary Church .

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Plett, Lena M. Penner (1941-2008)

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Birth date:1941 July 05

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<nowiki><center><h3>LENA M. PLETT</h3></nowiki><nowiki></center></nowiki>

Lena M. Plett died Nov. 4,

2008. She was born July

5, 1941 to Peter and Helen

Penner. At age 9, Lena

accepted Jesus as Lord and

Saviour and was baptized

on confession of her faith

at Steinbach (Man.) MB Church. Predeceased by

husband Walter; Lena is mourned by children

Bernice, Brenda, Barry; 6 grandchildren; 1 great-

grandchild; 5 siblings . The funeral was Nov. 15 at

Steinbach (Man.) MB Church.

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Redekopp, Katherine Labun (1915-2008)

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Birth date: 1915 Oct 02

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<nowiki><center><h3>KATHERINE REDEKOPP</h3></nowiki></center

atherine Redekopp died

Nov. 2, 2008. She was born

Oct. 2,1915 in the Rosewell

School District, Man.

to Peter and Elizabeth

Labun. Katherine attended

Winkler Bible Institute for

one year, then continued her education at Prairie

Bible Institute in Three Hills, Alta. She married

John Redekopp on Sept. 1, 1949. They farmed in

Roland, then retired to Winkler. Katherine placed

her trust in Christ as Saviour and was baptized

after a travelling evangelist visited the Kronsgart

church . She served by teaching Sunday school,

singing in choirs, and participating in the Mary

Martha Fellowship group. Katherine is mourned

by John; children Rita, Walter (Joan), Helen (Peter);

grandchildren. The memorial service was Nov. 6 at

Winkler MB Church.

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Dyck, Mary Wiebe (1919-2008)

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Birth date: 1919 Mar 01

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<nowiki><center><h3>MARY DYCK</h3></nowiki><nowiki></center></nowiki>

Mary Dyck died peacefully

Sept. 8, 2008, after a valiant

struggle with cancer. She

was born Mar. 1, 1919 near

Winkler, Man. to Jacob

and Mary Wiebe. At an

early age, she professed

Christian faith and was baptized and received into

Winkler MB Church . Mary had a great interest in

music, and enjoyed singing in the choir during

one year of studies at Winkler Bible Institute. In

1940, she married John P. Dyck, and they farmed

together near Dominion City, Man., and later near

Winkler until their retirement in the 1970s. In their

retirement years, Mary enjoyed winters in Desert

Hot Springs, Cal., and summer trips to northern

Manitoba with the camper. Predeceased by John,

and 1 sister; Mary is mourned by sons Howard

(Maggie), Chas (Joanne), Ted (Marge); 8 grandchil-

dren; 2 great-grandchildren . The funeral was Sept.

13 at Winkler MB Church .

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Warkentin, Frank (1935-2008)

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Birth date: 1935 Aug 05

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<nowiki><center><h3>FRANK WARKENTIN</H3></nowiki><nowiki></center></nowiki>

Frank Warkentin died Oct.

24, 2008 . He was born Aug .

5, 1935 in Georgia, USSR to

Frank and Sara Warkentin.

In 1940, Frank's father was

drafted into the Soviet

army, and the family heard

nothing from him until 1957. Frank, his mother,

and older brother were displaced to Kazakhstan. In

1955, he met Irma, and they married in 1956. Frank

and his family moved to Uzbekistan, where he

hauled uranium ore. Frank enjoyed travelling, and

the family took annual trips to the mountains and

to visit relatives in various parts of the Soviet Union .

In 1968, Frank's mother immigrated to Canada, and

the entire family followed in 1973. The following

year, Frank became a believer. He became active

in Central MB Church, Winnipeg, using his gift of

connecting with others by serving as an usher.

Frank received his electrical contractor's license in

1980 and took over the family business in 1984. In

1995, Frank and Irma began attending Elmwood

MB Church, where he continued ushering and

served in caregiving . Frank retired in 2004, turning

his energies to learning new skills and trades. He

was a vibrant, hard-working man, who maintained

his sense of humor, and was a man of prayer, always

thankful for God's gift of salvation and freedom to

worship. Frank is mourned by Irma; children Nelli

(Rudy), Ed (Rita), Laurie (Ryan); 9 grandchildren.

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Abrahams, Kaethe (1955-2008)

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Birth date: 1955 June 23

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<nowiki><center><h3>KAETHE ABRAHAMS</h3></nowiki></center.

Kaethe Abrahams died

Oct. 17,2008. She was born

June 23, 1955 in Volendam

Colony, Paraguay to

Kornelius and Sara

Abrahams. At age 7, Kaethe

immigrated to Canada with

her family, settling ih Winnipeg. She was baptized

at a young age, taught Sunday school, and sang in

choirs and worship teams at Elmwood MB Church .

Kaethe spent one year at Winkler Bible Institute,

then worked for several years before graduating

from the Brandon School of Nursing with a degree

in psychiatric nursing in 1993. For the last 9 years,

Kaethe worked at Donwood Manor Personal Care Home in Winnipeg. Kaethe's battle with cancer was fought with optimism and hope. She had a compassionate heart and an unwavering faith. Predeceased by 1 niece, Kaethe is mourned by her parents; siblings Elvia (Martin), Maggie (Gerhard), Anna (John), Harry (Katherine), Martha (Max), Luise, Beate (Lionel), and Ruth; numerous nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews; and 1 aunt. The funeral was Oct 22 at Elmwood MB Church.

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Wilson, Dorothy Hagars (1925-2008)

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Birth date: 1925 Sept 22

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<nowiki><center><h3>DOROTHY WILSON</h3></nowiki><nowiki></center></nowiki>

Mary Dyck died peacefully

Sept. 8, 2008, after a valiant

struggle with cancer. She

was born Mar. 1, 1919 near

Winkler, Man. to Jacob

and Mary Wiebe. At an

early age, she professed

Christian faith and was baptized and received into

Winkler MB Church . Mary had a great interest in

music, and enjoyed singing in the choir during

one year of studies at Winkler Bible Institute. In

1940, she married John P. Dyck, and they farmed

together near Dominion City, Man., and later near

Winkler until their retirement in the 1970s. In their

retirement years, Mary enjoyed winters in Desert

Hot Springs, Cal., and summer trips to northern

Manitoba with the camper. Predeceased by John,

and 1 sister; Mary is mourned by sons Howard

(Maggie), Chas (Joanne), Ted (Marge); 8 grandchil-

dren; 2 great-grandchildren . The funeral was Sept.

13 at Winkler MB Church .

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Dyck, Mary Wiebe (1919-2008)

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Wilson, Dorothy Hagars (1925-2008)

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Birth date: 1925 Sept 22

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<nowiki><center><h3>DOROTHY WILSON</h3></nowiki><nowiki></center></nowiki>

Dorothy Wilson died July

29, 2008. She was born

Sept. 22, 1925 in Ardill,

Sask. to the Gordon Hagars.

Dorothy was baptized Ju ne

12, 1959 in Woodrow, Sask.

She graduated from the

College of Home Economics at the University of

Saskatchewan, completed a residency in dietetics

in Toronto, and pursued a career as a dietician.

After marrying Murray Wilson on Oct. 11, 1952,

she moved to the farm with him to raise a family.

Later, in Regina, she again worked in a medical

environment. Dorothy loved to garden, cook,

and do needlework. Predeceased by Murray, her

granddaughter Johnie-Lynn Sara and 1 sister; she

is mourned by children Donna (Dave) Wintemute,

Blair (Jolene), Kevin (Cathy), Gavin (Ruby), Stacey

(John) Patterson; 11 grandchildren . The celebra-

tion of life was Aug. 1 at Parliament Community

Church, Regina.

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Heinrichs, Susie Martens (1914-2008)

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Birth date: 1914 Jan 25

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<nowiki><center>,h3>SUSIE HEINRICHS</h3></nowiki><nowiki></center></nowiki>

Susie Heinrichs died Nov.

4, 2008. She was born

Jan. 25, 1914 in Ukraine to

Jacob and Anna Martens .

In August 1923, the family

immigrated to Canada,

buying a farm near Rush

Lake, Sask. Susie met Herman Heinrichs, and they

were married June 23,1938. Herman and Susie had

5 children, and cared for Herman's brother and his

4 children. In 1954, the family moved to a farm

near Niverville, Man. Herman and Susie moved

into town in 1976, then to Winnipeg to live with

their daughter in 1997. Susie's faith connection

with God was of prime importance, and she always

opened her home to relatives in need . Though

Sus ie experienced health problems through the

years, she kept blessing others with a gracious

word, the assurance of her prayers, or a bowl of

soup. Predeceased by 3 sisters, and extended

family member Jim; she is mourned by Herman;

children Erna (Archie) Jantzen, Anne (Alvin) Dueck,

Edwin (Betty Ann), Selma Hiebert, and Marilyn;

extended family members Marianne (Herman)

Janzen , Paul (Michelin), Marilyn (Dueck) Heinrichs,

and Lois (Art) Bergman; 1 brother; numerous

grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

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Heinrichs, Susie Martens (1914-2008)

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Dyck, Frank (1930-2008)

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Birth date: 1930 Sept 19

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<nowiki><center><h3>FRANK DYCK</h3></nowiki><nowiki></center></nowiki>

Frank Dyck died Nov. 2,

2008. Frank's mother died

one month after he and

his twin brother, Jake, were

born, leaving their father

to raise 11 children. Frank

married Alfrieda Voth

Sept. 14, 1957, and they spent the next 33 years

farming and raising their family. In 1990, they

moved to Morden, Man., farming from town for

the next 14 years. Frank served his church and

community, singing in choirs, teaching Sunday

school, participating in youth work, deacon work,

church council, seniors ministry, Bi ble studies, and

men's prayer breakfasts. Frank loved anything that

involved the Lord and people. He will be remem-

bered for his powerful handshake, a smile that lit

up the room , and a firm belief that whoever he

met should know about Jesus. Predeceased by 5

brothers and 1 sister, Frank is mourned by Alfrieda ;

children Larry (Valerie), Merley (Ken) Wiebe, Gerald

(Rachel), Cheryl (Carl Duerksen); 12 grandchildren;

4 siblings. The celebration of life was Nov. 7 at

Westside Community Church, Morden .

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Bueckert, Helen Epp (1938-2008)

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Birth date: 1938 May 01

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<nowiki><center><h3>HELEN BUECKERT</h3></nowiki><nowiki></center></nowiki>

Helen Bueckert died Oct. 29, 2008. She was

born May 1, 1938 near

Glenbush, Sask., to John

e. and Helen Epp. At 19,

she was baptized on

confession of her faith at

Hoffnungsfelder Church in Glenbush.ln fall 1961,

she moved to Rosthern to work at the Mennonite

Youth Farm. There she met Bill Bueckert, whom

she married on April 21, 1963. After some years

in Rosthern, they made their home in Waldheim,

Sask. Helen had a passion for people; next to her

relationship with God, herfamilywasofthe utmost

importance. Helen enjoyed time spent with friends at Ladies Circle, volunteering at the

Clothes Basket, and helping with nursery care

for the mom's program. Predeceased by 3 step-

siblings; Helen is mourned by Bill; children Sam

(Christine), Kenneth, Harvey, Elsie (Terry) Hack,

Verna (Ron) Quiring; 9 grandchildren; 2 great-

grandchildren; 8 siblings ; 9 step - siblings. The

funeral was Nov. 1 at Waldheim MB Church.

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Toews, Frieda Isaak (1919-2008)

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Birth date: 1919 Dec 31

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<nowiki><center><h3>FRIEDA TOEWS</h3></nowiki><nowiki></center></nowiki>

Frieda Toews (nee Isaak)

died Oct. 25, 2008. She

was born Dec. 31, 1919 in

Russia . Frieda loved the

Lord Jesus above all else.

She demonstrated this by

j caring for those whom she

met. Her home was always open to a great many

women who would visit with her. Along with her

husband Isaac, Frieda placed high value on volun-

teering. For more than 10 years after retirement as

an aid at the Menno Home, Frieda prepared meals

three times a week at the Clearbrook Golden

Age Society. She knit countless baby sets, socks,

toques, and vests, which she donated to MCC Be.

Above all, Frieda valued her family. Predeceased

by Isaak, Frieda is mourned by children Bruno

(Helen), Marian (Henry) Reimer, Richard (Debb i e),

Naomi (Dennis) Searl, and Beverly (Paul) Patterson;

many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; 2

sisters; 3 brothers.

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Peters, Jacob (1936-2008)

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Birth date: 1936, June 2

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<nowiki><center><h3>JACOB PETERS</h3></nowiki><nowiki></center></nowiki>

Jacob (Jake) Peters died

Oct. 24, 2008. He was born

June 2, 1936 to Johann

and Katharina Peters.

Predeceased by 6 siblings;

Jake is survived by his wife

Martha; children Jackie

Mamer (Dennis Zlipko), Bonnie (Darcy) Friesen,

Judy (Tim) Schroeder ; 6 grandchildren; 1 brother;

1 sister. The memorial was Oct. 29 at West Portal Church, Saskatchewan.

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Quiring, John (1911-2008)

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Birth date: 1911 Oct 12

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<nowiki><center><h3>JOHN QUIRING</h3></nowiki><nowiki></center></nowiki>

John Quiring died Oct. 24,

2008 . He was born Oct.

12, 1911 in Laird, Sask.

to John and Margaret

Quiring. When the family

lost their farm in Dalmeny,

Sask. in 1929 they moved

to Vancouver, where John worked at several

different jobs. In 1940, he married Louise Klassen

and they attended Vancouver MB Church, where

John was baptized . In the years following, John

and Louise were active members of the newly

formed Fraserview MB and Killarney Park MB

churches. John worked as a truck driver, but

found time to build a house for his family, play

he guitar, garden, take photos of family and road

trips, and surf the internet. He will be remem -

bered as a considerate, intellectually curious,

hard -working man whose faith was evident in his

life. John is mourned by Louise; children Jeanette

(Joseph) Jones, Frances (Gerald) Friesen, Don ,

and Dan (Monique); 14 grandchildren; 18 great-

grandchildren; 3 siblings. The memorial was Oct.

31 at Fraserview MB Church, Richmond, B.C.

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Wiebe, Anthony (Tony) 1910-2008)

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Birth date: 1910 Sept 6

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<nowiki><center><h3>ANTHONY (TONY) WIEBE</h3></nowiki><nowiki></center></nowiki>

Anthony (Tony) Wiebe

died Oct. 17, 2008 at 98.

He was born Sept. 6, 1910

in Arkadak, Russia to

Jacob and Helena Wiebe.

The family immigrated to

Canada in 1925. Tony got

saved at an evangelistic meeting in Greenfarm,

Sask., in 1926. In 1930, he rededicated his life to

the Lord, was baptized, and joined Greenfarm

Church. Tony married Mary Schulz in 1931 . He

loved singing in choirs and male quartets. Two

major operations at age 90 ended his singing

days. Tony farmed, worked in the church and

taught Sunday school, and served on the credit

union board. Predeceased by Mary in 2006;

son Arthur in infancy; daughter Lois Reimer; 8

siblings; Tony is mourned by Ray (Fran), Lorne

(Marge), Doris Priebe, Abe Reimer, Rick (Sharon);

14 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren; 3

great-great-grandchildren; 1 sister. The funeral

was Oct. 21 at Herbert (Sask.) MB Church.

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Peters, Jacob Eugene (1923-2008)

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Birth date: 1923 Aug 29

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<nowiki><center><h3>JACOB EUGENE PETERS</h3></nowiki><nowiki></center></nowiki>

Jacob (Jake) Eugene Peters

died Oct. 12, 2008. He

was born Aug. 29, 1923

to Peter and Eva Peters.

Jake committed his life to

Christ at 17, was baptized,

and joined the church in

Dalmeny, Sask.ln 1953, Jake married Leona Nickel

and moved to a farm in the Borden area. In 2004,

Jake and Leona moved to Saskatoon where they

enjoyed the fellowship and friends at Forest

Grove Community Church . Jake was known for

his gentle, quiet manner, and his love and dedication to Christ. Jake was a steady example of

godly integrity. He is mourned by Leona; children

Sharon (Jim) Block, Loren (Debbie), Glen (Marija),

Stan (Ev), Don (Debbie); 14 grandchildren; 7 great-

grandchildren. The funeral was Oct. 19 at Forest

Grove Community Church, Saskatoon.

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Mielke, Mary Bahnmann (1919-2008)

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Birth date: 1919 Aug 21

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<nowiki><center><h3>MARY MIELKE</h3></nowiki><nowiki></center></nowiki>

Mary Mielke died Oct. 11, 2008. Mary was born

Aug. 21, 1919 in Reinfeld,

Russia to Peter F. and

Justina Bahnmann. After

her father's death, Mary

immigrated to Canada with

her mother and three older sisters, settling in Main

Centre, Sask . On July 7, 1940, she married Fredrick

Graf Mielke and together they worked on their

farm near Beechy, Sask. In 1978, they moved to

Clearbrook, B.C., which served as their home base

while they travelled the globe . Predeceased by

Fredrick; son Arthur; Mary is mourned by children

Fred (Mary), Irene, Betty (Larry), Gordon (Diane),

John (Carole), Louise (Edgar), Kenneth; 17 grand-

children; 2 great-grandchildren; 1 half-sister. The

celebration of life was Oct. 20 at Clearbrook MB

Church, Abbotsford, B.C.

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Doerksen, Lillian Ruth (1921-2008)

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Birth date: 1921

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<nowiki><center><h3>LILLIAN RUTH DOERKSEN</h3></nowiki><nowiki></center></nowiki>

Oct. 9, 2008. She was born

in 1921 in Herbert, Sask .

to Jacob and Elizabeth

Doerksen. She responded

to God's call while attend-

ing Biola University in Los

Angeles, Cal., and left for India in 1950. Her nearly

50 years as a missionary/educator in India saw her

serve the Ramabai Mukti Mission from 1950-1986.

During these years she raised 34 orphan girls

and gave leadership to the publicity depart-

ment and the campus school. Motivated by the

birth of several deaf "grandchildren," she founded

the Maharashtra Deaf Fellowship (MDF) of India

upon her retirement in 1987. Biola University

honored Lillian in 2004 by awarding her the Clyde

Cook presidential trophy for her outstanding

missionary achievements as a graduate of their

school. During her lifetime she was a member

of Main Center (Sask.) MB Church as well as

the Metropolitan Tabernacle in Vancouver, B.c.

Predeceased by 3 siblings, Lillian is mourned by

siblings Rosella Schmidt, John, Mabel (Georges)

Sourisseau and Viola (Harold) Ratzlaff; most of the

34 girls in her Honeysuckle Family (Mukti); and the

many deaf residents living on the four campuses

of the MDF.

The Globe and Mail ran a tribute to Lillian Doerksen Nov. 18. Read it online at www.theglobeandmail.

com/servlet/story/LAC.20081118.0BDOERKSEN18/TPStory/

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Martens, Rudolf (1937-2008)

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Birth date: 1937 Apr 22

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<nowiki><center></nowiki><nowiki><h3>RUDOLF MARTENS</h3></nowiki><nowiki></center></nowiki>

Rudolf (Marty) Martens died Oct. 7, 2008 . He was born Apr. 22, 1937 to George and Helene Martens. Marty enjoyed a 32-year career in the air force that took him and his family around the world. He gladly included family and friends in his favourite pastimes, golf and fishing. He was also a highly skilled woodworker who generously gave his projects to family and friends. Marty and Vale moved back to Chilliwack, B.C. and started attending Greendale MB Church. After taking part in an Alpha group, Rudy was baptized Jan . 27, 2008 and joined the church. Predeceased by 1 infant brother and his infant daughter Teresa, Rudy is mourned by his wife of James (Sherry), Bradley (Laurie), Brian (Judy), and Susan; 7 grandchildren. A celebration of Marty's life was held Oct. 11 at Greendale MB Church,Chilliwack

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Martens, Rudolf (1937-2008)

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Birth date: 1937 Apr 22

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,center><nowiki><h3>RUDOLF MARTENS</h3></nowiki></center

Rudolf (Marty) Martens died Oct. 7, 2008 . He was born Apr. 22, 1937 to George and Helene Martens. Marty enjoyed a 32-year career in the air force that took him and his family around the world. He gladly included family and friends in his favourite pastimes, golf and fishing. He was also a highly skilled woodworker who generously gave his projects to family and friends. Marty and Vale moved back to Chilliwack, B.C. and started attending Greendale MB Church. After taking part in an Alpha group, Rudy was baptized Jan . 27, 2008 and joined the church. Predeceased by 1 infant brother and his infant daughter Teresa, Rudy is mourned by his wife of James (Sherry), Bradley (Laurie), Brian (Judy), and Susan; 7 grandchildren. A celebration of Marty's life was held Oct. 11 at Greendale MB Church,Chilliwack

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Martens, Rudolf (1937-2008)

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Birth date: 1937 Apr 22

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<center><h3>RUDOLF MARTENS</h3>Rudolf (Marty) Martens died Oct. 7, 2008 . He

was born Apr. 22, 1937

to George and Helene

Martens. Marty enjoyed a

32-year career in the air

force that took him and

his family around the world. He gladly included

family and friends in his favourite pastimes,

golf and fishing. He was also a highly skilled

woodworker who generously gave his projects to

family and friends. Marty and Vale moved back to

Chilliwack, B.c. and started attending Greendale

MB Church. After taking part in an Alpha group,

Rudy was baptized Jan . 27, 2008 and joined the

church. Predeceased by 1 infant brother and his

infant daughter Teresa, Rudy is mourned by his wife of James (Sherry), Bradley (Laurie), Brian (Judy), and

Susan; 7 grandchildren. A celebration of Marty's

life was held Oct. 11 at Greendale MB Church,

Chilliwack

wife of more than 51 years, Vale Irene; children
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Martens, Rudolf (1937-2008)

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Birth date: 1937 Apr 22

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Sawatzky,Margaretha (1910-2007)

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Birth date: 1910 Dec 25

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<nowiki><center><h3<MARGARETHA SAWATZKY</h3></nowiki><nowiki></center></nowiki>

Margaretha (Margaret) Sawatzky died Dec. 31, 2007. She was born Dec. 25, 1910 in Nikolaithal, Ukraine to David and Elizabeth Peters. Margaret was baptized in 1929 and became a member of the Neu-Chortitza Mennonite Church. She moved with her family to Canada in 1930, where they settled in Gnadenthal, Man. Margaret became a member of Gnadenthal MB, then Winkler MB Church. In 1936, she married Franz G. Sawatzky. They had a son in 1937. Frank died of cancer in 1939. Margaret continued to operate the small mixed farm they had started until 1956 when she moved in with her son. Predeceased by Frank, Margaret is survived by her son Arthur. The memorial was Jan. 4, 2008 at Winkler (Man.) MB Church.

Wiens, Mary Hiebert (1913-2008)

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Birth date: 1913 Mar 10

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<center><h3>MARY WIENS</h3><center>

Mary Wiens died Oct. 7,
2008. She was born Mar.
10, 1913 in Plum Coulee,
Man. to Abram and Anna
Hiebert. As the eldest
daughter in the family,
Mary helped her mother raise the children after
Abram's death. She married Henry Wiens Sept. 22,
1940, and worked side-by-side with him in furnace
installation for many years. From 1944-1966, Mary
and Henry lived in Morden, Man. where they
raised 3 sons. They moved to Kelowna, B.C. and
Calgary before settling in Coaldale, Alta., where
they joined the MB church. Predeceased by Henry;
11 siblings; 1 grandson; Mary is mourned by sons
Art (Myrna), Murvin (Carol), Rick (Janet); 6 grand-
children; 16 great-grandchildren; 4 siblings. The
funeral was Oct. 13 at Redeemer Lutheran Church,
Coaldale, Alt.

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Wiens, Mary Hiebert (1913-2008)

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Birth date: 1913 Mar 10

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<center><h3>MARY WIENS</h3><center>

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Wiens, Mary Hiebert (1913-2008)

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Birth date: 1913 Mar 10

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<center><h3>MARY WIENS>/h3><center>

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Martens, Jacob (Jake) (1935-2008)

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Birth date: 1935 Oct 10

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<center><h3>JACOB (JAKE) MARTENS>/h3></center>

Jacob (Jake) Martens died Oct. 5, 2008. He was born
Oct. 10, 1935 to Johann J.
and Katharina Martens in
Speedwell, Sask. In 1949,
Jake moved to Elm Creek
with his family. Soon after
their arrival, Jake saved up money so he could
attend Winkler Bible Camp where he became a
Christian. In 1965, Jake married Katie (Kay) Klassen
of Elm Creek, Man. Jake was a great husband,
father, and grandfather; compassionate, loyal,
humble, generous, courteous, and thoughtful.
Predeceased by 5 siblings; Jake is mourned by
Kay; children Cherie (Garry), Randy (Deb), Steve
(Stephanie), 8 grandchildren; 5 siblings. The
memorial was Oct. 10 at Elm Creek MB Church.

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Martens, Jacob (Jake) (1935-2008)

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''Mennonite Brethren Herald'' obituary: 2009 Jan p. 31

Birth date: 1935 Oct 10

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<center><h3>JACOB (JAKE) MARTENS>/h3></center>

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Warkentin, George Peter (1918-2008)

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''Mennonite Brethren Herald'' obituary: 2009 Jan p. 31

Birth date: 1918 June 26

text of obituary:

<center><h3>GEORGE PETER WARKENTIN</h3><center>

George Peter Warkentin
died Oct. 4, 2008. He was
born June 26, 1918 in
Russia. In the mid-1920s, he
came to Canada, where his
family settled in Steinbach,
Man. George married Kaye Neil June 26, 1948.
They moved to B.C. in 1952. George worked for CN
Rail and they lived in Coquitlam, B.C. After Kaye's
death in 1987, George moved from Coquitlam .
He married Catherine Borne in 1989. George
accepted the Lord and was baptized at Clearbrook
MB Church, Abbotsford, B.C. He was active in
various capacities at the church, especially as
head usher. George enjoyed bowling, golfing,
camping, playing the guitar and mouth organ,
and woodworking. Predeceased by Kaye; 4 sisters;
2 brothers; George is mourned by Catherine,
daughter Beth (Doug); 1 granddaughter; 2 great-
grandchildren. The memorial service was Oct. 8 at
Clearbrook MB Church.

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Warkentin, George Peter (1918-2008)

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''Mennonite Brethren Herald'' obituary: 2009 Jan p. 31

Birth date: 1918 June 26

text of obituary:

<center><h3>GEORGE PETER WARKENTIN</h3><center>

George Peter Warkentin
died Oct. 4, 2008. He was
born June 26, 1918 in
Russia. In the mid-1920s, he
came to Canada, where his
family settled in Steinbach,
Man. George married Kaye Neil June 26, 1948.
They moved to B.c. in 1952. George worked for CN
Rail and they lived in Coquitlam, B.C. After Kaye's
death in 1987, George moved from Coquitlam .
He married Catherine Borne in 1989. George
accepted the Lord and was baptized at Clearbrook
MB Church, Abbotsford, B.C. He was active in
various capacities at the church, especially as
head usher. George enjoyed bowling, golfing,
camping, playing the guitar and mouth organ,
and woodworking. Predeceased by Kaye; 4 sisters;
2 brothers; George is mourned by Catherine,
daughter Beth (Doug); 1 granddaughter; 2 great-
grandchildren. The memorial service was Oct. 8 at
Clearbrook MB Church.

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Warkentin, George Peter (1918-2008)

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Birth date: 1918 June 26

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<center><h3>GEORGE PETER WARKENTIN</h3><center>

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Willems, Nick (1920-2008)

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Birth date: 1920 May 6

text of obituary:

<center><h3>NICK WILLEMS</h3></center>

Nick Willems died Oct. 1,
2008. He was born May
6, 1920 in Saskatchewan
to Henry H. and Mary
Magdelena Willems. He
was converted in Jan.
1935, and baptized in
summer of that year. Nick began his education
and preaching career at Bethany Bible School in
Hepburn, Sask. During the war years, he worked
as a conscientious objector. In 1945, he began
studies at MB Bible College in Winnipeg, where
he met and married Betty Rempel. Nick's teaching
career included some years at Bethany in the late
1940s, and Columbia Bible School from 1959 to
1963. His higher education included a degree at
Tabor College, and a DMiss and DMin from Fuller
Theological Seminary. He pastored at MB churches
in Dalmeny, Sask., Woodrow, Sask., Surrey, B.c.,
Saskatoon, Prince George, B.c., and Abbotsford,
B.C. Nick became involved in the Canadian Revival
Fellowship, travelling throughout Canada, the
U.S., Europe, and the Caribbean from 1971 to 1975.
He retired from full-time ministry in 1986, but
remained active in prayer and mentoring minis-
tries. Nick and Betty moved to Prince George in
2001. Nick is mourned by Betty; children Elizabeth,
Irene (Victor), John (Blenda); 9 grandchildren;
11 great-grandchildren. The funeral was held at
Waldheim (Sask.) MB Church.

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Willems, Nick (1920-2008)

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Birth date: 1920 May 6

text of obituary:

<center><h3>NICK WILLEMS</h3></center>

Nick Willems died Oct. 1,
2008. He wa's born May
6, 1920 in Saskatchewan
to Henry H. and Mary
Magdelena Willems. He
was converted in Jan.
1935, and baptized in
summer of that year. Nick began his education
and preaching career at Bethany Bible School in
Hepburn, Sask. During the war years, he worked
as a conscientious objector. In 1945, he began
studies at MB Bible College in Winnipeg, where
he met and married Betty Rempel. Nick's teaching
career included some years at Bethany in the late
1940s, and Columbia Bible School from 1959 to
1963. His higher education included a degree at
Tabor College, and a DMiss and DMin from Fuller
Theological Seminary. He pastored at MB churches
in Dalmeny, Sask., Woodrow, Sask., Surrey, B.c.,
Saskatoon, Prince George, B.c., and Abbotsford,
B.C. Nick became involved in the Canadian Revival
Fellowship, travelling throughout Canada, the
U.S., Europe, and the Caribbean from 1971 to 1975.
He retired from full-time ministry in 1986, but
remained active in prayer and mentoring minis-
tries. Nick and Betty moved to Prince George in
2001. Nick is mourned by Betty; children Elizabeth,
Irene (Victor), John (Blenda); 9 grandchildren;
11 great-grandchildren. The funeral was held at
Waldheim (Sask.) MB Church.

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Willems, Nick (1920-2008)

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''Mennonite Brethren Herald'' obituary: 2009 Jan p. 31

Birth date: 1920 May 6

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<center><h3>NICK WILLEMS</h3></center>

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Wall, Lena Federau (1924-2008)

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Cisaac: Created page with "''Mennonite Brethren Herald'' obituary: 2009 Jan p. 30 Birth date: 1924 Jan 31 text of obituary: <center><h3>LENA WALL</h3></center> Lena Wall died Sept. 28, 2008. She was born Jan. 31, 1924 in Rosenbach, Russia to Kornelius and Aganeta Federau. The family fled Russiain 1928,arriving inthe Paraguayan Chaco in 1930. There was little employment for a single woman in the Chaco, so Lena moved to Asuncion, where she worked at a transition house for Mennonites in the capit..."

''Mennonite Brethren Herald'' obituary: 2009 Jan p. 30

Birth date: 1924 Jan 31

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<center><h3>LENA WALL</h3></center>

Lena Wall died Sept. 28,
2008. She was born Jan. 31,
1924 in Rosenbach, Russia
to Kornelius and Aganeta
Federau. The family fled
Russiain 1928,arriving inthe
Paraguayan Chaco in 1930.
There was little employment for a single woman
in the Chaco, so Lena moved to Asuncion, where
she worked at a transition house for Mennonites
in the capital. There, she met her future husband,
John Wall, a widower with three children. After
a brief courtship, Lena started the paperwork to
immigrate in Canada to join her family-to-be. Lena
arrived in Winnipeg Jan. 29, 1964, and married
John Feb. 9, 1964. The family moved to Vancouver
Aug. 1967, and attended Vancouver MB Church. In
1978, they moved to Abbotsford, B.C, and became
members of King Road MB Church. Lena was
fond of children, and sacrificed much of herself in
caring for her grandchildren. She loved to knit and
crochet gifts for family and MCC, and rested in the
assurance of her salvation in Jesus. Predeceased
by John; John's youngest son Johnny; 5 siblings;
1 great-grandchild; Lena is mourned by children
Erna, Ben (Marlene), James; 12 grandchildren; 5
great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren;
5 siblings. The memorial was Oct. 6 at King Road
MB Church, Abbotsford, B.C

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Klassen, Wilhelm (1914-2008)

2024-11-20T19:24:29Z

Cisaac:

''Mennonite Brethren Herald'' obituary: 2009 Jan p. 30

Birth date: 1914 Mar 19

text of obituary:

<center><h3>WILHELM KLASSEN</h3></center>

Wilhelm Klassen died Sept.
26, 2008. He was born
March 19, 1914 in Siberia,
Russia to Kornelius and
Margareta Klassen. In 1930,
the family immigrated to
Germany, then to Paraguay.
In 1944, Wilhelm studied
dentistry, and began a 22-year career as a dentist.
Wilhelm married Valentine Klippenstein in 1946.
Wilhelm accepted Christ after Billy Graham visited
him in the hospital in Asuncion during an illness
and left a tract for Wilhelm to read. Soon thereafter, Wilhelm was baptized. In 1966, he packed
up his family and moved to Vancouver. Wilhelm
worked as an ordinary labourer, giving up dentistry
in hopes of providing a better future for his family.
Upon retirement, Wilhelm and Valentine moved to
Abbotsford, B.C., where Wilhelm spent many hours
creating toys for his grandchildren. He is mourned
by Valentine; children Ed (Liz), Erich (Judy), Edwin
(Anni), Werner (Joan), Armin (Hilda), Sophie (Mike);
17 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren.

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Klassen, Wilhelm (1914-2008)

2024-11-20T19:23:15Z

Cisaac: Created page with "''Mennonite Brethren Herald'' obituary: 2009 Jan p. 30 Birth date: 1914 Mar 19 text of obituary: <center><h3>WILHELM KLASSEN</h3></center> Wilhelm Klassen died Sept. 26, 2008. He was born March 19, 1914 in Siberia, Russia to Kornelius and Margareta Klassen. In 1930, the family immigrated to Germany, then to Paraguay. In 1944, Wilhelm studied dentistry, and began a 22-year career as a dentist. Wilhelm married Valentine Klippenstein in 1946. Wilhelm accepted Christ aft..."

''Mennonite Brethren Herald'' obituary: 2009 Jan p. 30

Birth date: 1914 Mar 19

text of obituary:

<center><h3>WILHELM KLASSEN</h3></center>

Wilhelm Klassen died Sept.
26, 2008. He was born
March 19, 1914 in Siberia,
Russia to Kornelius and
Margareta Klassen. In 1930,
the family immigrated to
Germany, then to Paraguay.
In 1944, Wilhelm studied
dentistry, and began a 22-year career as a dentist.
Wilhelm married Valentine Klippenstein in 1946.
Wilhelm accepted Christ after Billy Graham visited
him in the hospital in Asuncion during an illness
and left a tract for Wilhelm to read. Soon there-
after, Wilhelm was baptized. In 1966, he packed
up his family and moved to Vancouver. Wilhelm
worked as an ordinary labourer, giving up dentistry
in hopes of providing a better future for his family.
Upon retirement, Wilhelm and Valentine moved to
Abbotsford, B.c., where Wilhelm spent many hours
creating toys for his grandchildren. He is mourned
by Valentine; children Ed (Liz), Erich (Judy), Edwin
(Anni), Werner (Joan), Armin (Hilda), Sophie (Mike);
17 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren.

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Derksen, Henry H. (1921-2008)

2024-11-20T19:20:20Z

Cisaac:

''Mennonite Brethren Herald'' obituary: 2009 Jan p. 30

Birth date: 1921 Jan 04

text of obituary:

<center><h3>HENRY H. DERKSEN</h3></center>

Henry H. Derksen died
Sept. 24, 2008. He was born
Jan. 4, 1921 in southern
Russia to Henry and Anna
Derksen. In 1927, the family
moved to Canada, settling
on a farm near Khedive, Sask. In 1939, Henry went to Bible school in Swift
Current, Sask., where his experiences re-oriented
his life and set him on a lifelong journey of faith
and service. He married Elizabeth Nickel Oct. 4,
1942. They farmed in a number of Saskatchewan
communities until 2001, when Henry and Elizabeth
moved to Swift Current. Henry was motivated by
curiosity, empathy, and love. Predeceased by 3
sisters; 1 grandson; 1 great-grandson; he is mourned
by Elizabeth; children Shirley (Hildor) Braun, Betty
(Ed) Nickel, John (Kristen), Hazel (Ray) Scheirer,
Judy (Bernie) Friesen, Dennis (Vickie), Faith (Dennis)
Klassen; 17 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren.
The funeral was Sept. 28 at Bridgeway Community
Church, Swift Current, Sask.

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Derksen, Henry H. (1921-2008)

2024-11-20T19:19:05Z

Cisaac: Created page with "''Mennonite Brethren Herald'' obituary: 2009 Jan p. 30 Birth date: 1921 Jan 04 text of obituary: <center><h3>HENRY H. DERKSEN</h3></center> Henry H. Derksen died Sept. 24, 2008. He was born Jan. 4, 1921 in southern Russia to Henry and Anna Derksen. In 1927, the family moved to Canada, settling on a farm near Khedive, Sask. In 1939, Henry went to Bible school in Swift Current, Sask., where his experiences re-oriented his life and set him on a lifelong journey of faith..."

''Mennonite Brethren Herald'' obituary: 2009 Jan p. 30

Birth date: 1921 Jan 04

text of obituary:

<center><h3>HENRY H. DERKSEN</h3></center>

Henry H. Derksen died
Sept. 24, 2008. He was born
Jan. 4, 1921 in southern
Russia to Henry and Anna
Derksen. In 1927, the family
moved to Canada, settling
on a farm near Khedive, Sask. In 1939, Henry went to Bible school in Swift
Current, Sask., where his experiences re-oriented
his life and set him on a lifelong journey of faith
and service. He married Elizabeth Nickel Oct. 4,
1942. They farmed in a number of Saskatchewan
communities until20Q1, when Henry and Elizabeth
moved to Swift Current. Henry was motivated by
curiosity, empathy, and love. Predeceased by 3
sisters; 1grandson; 1great-grandson; he is mourned
by Elizabeth; children Shirley (Hildor) Braun, Betty
(Ed) Nickel, John (Kristen), Hazel (Ray) Scheirer,
Judy (Bernie) Friesen, Dennis (Vickie), Faith (Dennis)
Klassen; 17 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren.
The funeral was Sept. 28 at Bridgeway Community
Church, Swift Current, Sask.

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