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Koehn, David (1913-1991)

2021-06-23T22:52:06Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 29 Birth date: 1913 text of obituary: <center><h3>DAVID KOEHN</h3></center> David Koehn passed away Apr. 8 in Vancouver..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 29

Birth date: 1913

text of obituary:

<center><h3>DAVID KOEHN</h3></center>

David Koehn passed away Apr. 8 in Vancouver. He was born Dec. 24, 1913 to David
and Helene Koehn in Alexanderfeld,
Zagradovka, Ukraine. On
Nov. 29, 1936 he married
Helene Giesbrecht, a union
blessed with three children.
His wife and eldest daughter
died shortly after World War
II. In May, 1948 he travelled
from Germany to Canada. His
two remaining children had
been sent back to Russia during the war. His son was finally released in
1979 and his daughter in 1988. On Mar. 5,
1950 he married Helene Enns in Vancouver, a
union blessed with 2 children. Helene died of
cancer in July, 1980. He married Margaret
Hildebrand Nov. 28, 1981. He found the joy of
knowing Jesus on Nov. 9, 1963 and was baptized Dec. 15. He loved the Lord and read his
Bible daily for guidance and strength. He is
remembered for his sincere and genuine
prayers in church and around the family
table. He was a good husband, father and
grandfather. Predeceased by 2 wives, daughter Liese and all brothers and sisters, he is
mourned by his wife Margaret; children Tina
Enns and Johann of Germany, Gary of Burnaby, B.C. and Elly Schemer of Abbotsford,
B.C.; 15 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. The funeral was Apr. 12 in Culloden
MB Church, Vancouver, with Hans Wall and
Harry Janzen ministering.

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Klassen, Timothy (1991-1991)

2021-06-23T22:44:48Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 29 Birth date: 1991 text of obituary: <center><h3>TIMOTHY KLASSEN</h3></center> Timothy Klassen was born with a heart ..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 29

Birth date: 1991

text of obituary:

<center><h3>TIMOTHY KLASSEN</h3></center>

Timothy Klassen was born with a heart
defect Feb. 18, 1991. He was born in Abbotsford (B.C.) Hospital and transferred to Children's Hospital in Vancouver, where he
underwent several operations. His short life
ended May 8. He is mourned by his parents
Berny and Jan Klassen of Clearbrook, B.C.
and sisters Kirsten and Lainey. The funeral
was May 11 in Central Heights MB Church,
Abbotsford, with David Manuel ministering.

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Heidebrecht, Dorothy Anne Ewert (1945-1991)

2021-06-23T22:40:27Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 29 Birth date: 1945 text of obituary: <center><h3>DOROTHY ANNE HEIDEBRECHT</h3></center> Dorothy Anne Heidebrecht of Ab..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 29

Birth date: 1945

text of obituary:

<center><h3>DOROTHY ANNE HEIDEBRECHT</h3></center>

Dorothy Anne Heidebrecht of Abbotsford,
B.C. passed away May 3. She was born May
27, 1945 to Peter and Nettie Ewert of Abbotsford. She was baptized Sept.
14, 1958 at McCallum Rd .
(now Central Heights) MB
Church in Abbotsford. She
graduated from Mennonite
Educational Institute and
attended Briercrest Bible
Institute. She then worked as
a bank teller. She married
George Heidebrecht June 25
1966. At South Abbotsford MB Church, she
worked with the girls' clubs and the music
committee, sang in the choir and played
piano and organ. In the community, she
actively promoted an educational program for
children with special needs. She also worked
for the Abbotsford School District as a secretary, and served on the Board of Directors for
the B.C. Association of Community Living. In
1984, cancer was discovered, but she recovered through surgery, medical treatment,
strong faith and the prayerful support of
friends and family. In November, 1990 the
cancer returned, and the same faith and support from family, church and friends sustained her. In time, her eyes of faith looked to
the Saviour who had guided her through her
life, and her wish was to go home. Predeceased by her father, she is mourned by her
husband; mother; children Colleen, Wendy
and Gordon; 2 brothers and 3 sisters. The
funeral was May 8 in South Abbotsford MB
Church, with Cliff Janzen officiating.

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White, Kenneth (1932-1991)

2021-06-23T22:33:42Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 29 Birth date: 1932 text of obituary: <center><h3>KENNETH WHITE</h3></center> Kenneth White of Richmond, B.C. passed aw..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 29

Birth date: 1932

text of obituary:

<center><h3>KENNETH WHITE</h3></center>

Kenneth White of Richmond, B.C. passed
away June 17. He was born May 19, 1932 in
Orillia, Ont. As a child he accepted Christ. At
17 he joined the Royal Canadian Navy, serving actively for 10 years and receiving 3
medals in the Korean War. During his naval
service, he rededicated his life to the Lord.
He continued serving as a reserve lieutenant,
working with cadets each summer until his
death. His testimony made an impact on
many young people. In Victoria, B.C. he met
Monica Tracey; they were married in 1961.
He graduated from University of B.C. with a
B.Ed. He taught elementary school briefly,
then taught at Tupper Secondary School in
Vancouver until his death. He was a member
of Fraserview MB Church in Richmond, B.C.
for the past 10 years and was actively
involved, never hesitating to volunteer in
numerous areas. He is remembered for his
welcoming smile and his humourous disposition. He is survived by his wife Monica; children Allan of Adelaide, Australia and
Heather Epp of Richmond, B.C. The funeral
was June 22 at Fraserview MB Church, with
Herb Brandt ministering.

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Siemens, Eva Wiens (1907-1991)

2021-06-23T22:27:09Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 29 Birth date: 1907 text of obituary: <center><h3>EVA SIEMENS</h3></center> Eva Siemens passed away May 8 in Clearbrook..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 29

Birth date: 1907

text of obituary:

<center><h3>EVA SIEMENS</h3></center>

Eva Siemens passed away May 8 in Clearbrook, B.C . She was born Feb. 6, 1907 to
Peter P. and Eva Wiens. Her brothers were
younger, so she often helped her father in the
fields. She and her parents were baptized on
the same day and accepted into the MB
church in Kleefeld, southern Russia. The
family immigrated to Morden, Man. in 1925,
later purchased a farm near Winnipeg,
moved to Coaldale, Alta. in 1930 and then
bought a farm in the Readymade, Alta. district. She married John Siemens Feb. 22,
1931. Eva's father had died four weeks earlier. They moved to Gem, Alta., where John
and his father had a farm. Eight months
later, they moved in with Eva's family in
Coaldale. In 1938 they rented a farm in
Namaka, Alta. Due to illness, they moved to
Abbotsford, B.C. in 1944, purchasing a 10-
acre farm where they raised chickens and
berries. Eva was an avid seam stress; her
handiwork remains in the homes of many of
her family and friends. The family moved to
Vancouver, where they lived for 35 years. For
the last two years Eva and John lived in
Clearbrook, B.C. She is mourned by her husband, son Alfred , daughter Mary and 5
grandchildren. The funeral was May 13 in
Bakerview MB Church, Clearbrook, with
Harry Heidebrecht and William Schmidt
ministering.

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Pahl, August (1906-1991)

2021-06-23T22:22:09Z

Lwiebe:

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 29

Birth date: 1906

text of obituary:

<center><h3>AUGUST PAHL</h3></center>

August Pahl of Linden, Alta. passed away
May 21. He was born Feb. 17, 1906 in
Leipzig, Bessarabia, Russia. He married
Emilie Suko, Aug. 27, 1927. They farmed
together in Bessarabia and Poland before
immigrating to Spondin, Alta., where they
fanned until their retirement. In 1974 they
retired to Linden. He leaves a legacy of teaching and example about the necessity of honesty and hard work, the importance of family
relationships, and the value of a strong faith
in God. He is mourned by his wife; children
Art of Calgary, Elsie Lange of Kelowna, B.C.,
William of Coaldale, Alta., Fred of Calgary,
Irma Hoivik of Sardis, B.C., Otto of Three
Hills, Alta., and Hilda Thomson of Calgary; 1
brother and 1 sister. The funeral was May 24
in Linden MB Church, with Ralph Klassen
officiating.

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Loewen, Anna Redekopp (1894-1991)

2021-06-23T22:21:27Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 29 Birth date: 1894 text of obituary: <center><h3>ANNA LOEWEN</h3></center> Anna Loewen of Winnipeg passed away June 15..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 29

Birth date: 1894

text of obituary:

<center><h3>ANNA LOEWEN</h3></center>

Anna Loewen of Winnipeg passed away June
15. She was born June 14, 1894 to Peter and
Katharina Redekopp of Gnadenthal, Baratov,
southern Russia. She accepted Christ as a child. She married Jacob Loewen May 11,
1919. They were baptized by
and joined the MB Church
June 14, 1925. Later that
year they immigrated to
Canada. In 1928 they bought
a pear farm in Holmfield,
Man. In 1943 they moved to
Elm Creek, Man. They moved to Winnipeg in
1964. A few years later Jacob had his first
stroke. She was a faithful companion and
helper through his suffering and his stay in
Donwood Manor. He passed away Mar. 23,
1986. Predeceased by two daughters in infancy, she is mourned by her children Katie of
Winnipeg, Susie Enns and Anne Klassen of
St. Catharines, Jacob of Kitchener, Ont.,
Peter of Cali, Colombia, John of Elm Creek,
Man. and Abram of Kenora, Ont.; 26 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren; and 1 sister. The funeral was June 19 in North Kildonan MB Church , Winnipeg, with John Epp
and William Neufeld ministering.

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Pahl, August (1906-1991)

2021-06-23T22:16:18Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 28 Birth date: 1906 text of obituary: <center><h3>AUGUST PAHL</h3></center> August Pahl of Linden, Alta. passed away Ma..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 28

Birth date: 1906

text of obituary:

<center><h3>AUGUST PAHL</h3></center>

August Pahl of Linden, Alta. passed away
May 21. He was born Feb. 17, 1906 in
Leipzig, Bessarabia, Russia. He married
Emilie Suko, Aug. 27, 1927. They farmed
together in Bessarabia and Poland before
immigrating to Spondin, Alta., where they
fanned until their retirement. In 1974 they
retired to Linden. He leaves a legacy of teaching and example about the necessity of honesty and hard work, the importance of family
relationships, and the value of a strong faith
in God. He is mourned by his wife; children
Art of Calgary, Elsie Lange of Kelowna, B.C.,
William of Coaldale, Alta., Fred of Calgary,
Irma Hoivik of Sardis, B.C., Otto of Three
Hills, Alta., and Hilda Thomson of Calgary; 1
brother and 1 sister. The funeral was May 24
in Linden MB Church, with Ralph Klassen
officiating.

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Little, Emily Ruth Blenkin (1906-1991)

2021-06-23T22:10:57Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 28 Birth date: 1906 text of obituary: <center><h3>EMILY RUTH LITTLE</h3></center> Emily Ruth Little of Battle Heights, ..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 28

Birth date: 1906

text of obituary:

<center><h3>EMILY RUTH LITTLE</h3></center>

Emily Ruth Little of Battle Heights, Sask.
passed away May 5. She was born Oct. 15,
1906 to George and Emily Blenkin of Sintaluta, Sask. The family moved to Nipawin, Sask.
in December, 1924. On Oct. 4, 1928 she married Clayton Little. The early years of their
marriage were spent in Nipawin and Moose
Range, Sask. In fall, 1939 they filed on a
homestead at Battle Heights, Sask., where
she resided until her death. In her senior
years, she enjoyed travelling and camping
with the family. She enjoyed preserving,
making "diary entries" on the jars. She
enjoyed cooking, sewing, knitting and reading; sincerely loved her family, friends and
neighbours; and always appreciated community and church events. Predeceased by her
husband in 1968, 1 sister and 2 brothers, she
is survived by her children Laurie of Carrot
River, Sask., Lyle of Burns Lake, B.C., Lois of
Biggar, Sask., and Lome and Linda of Carrot
River; 9 grandchildren; niece Pat Pederson,
whom she included in her family following
her sister Ada's death; 2 brothers and 1 sister. The funeral was May 9 in MB Gospel
Mission in Carrot River, with Herman Kroeker ministering.

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Loepp, Jacob J. (1894-1991)

2021-06-23T22:03:49Z

Lwiebe:

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 28

Birth date: 1928

text of obituary:

<center><h3>JACOB J. LOEPP</h3></center>

Jacob J. Loepp of Clearbrook, B.C. passed
away June 18. He was born Jan. 6, 1894 to
Jacob August and Elizabeth Loepp in
Friedensfeld, No.3, Zagradovka. In November, 1918 he married Anna Fast of Blumenort, No.7, Zagradovka. They committed
their lives to the Lord during meetings led by
Franz Klassen of Tiege. In September, 1926
they were baptized. They immigrated to
Canada in 1926, and lived in southern Manitoba for a short while before
settling on a grain farm near
Gem, Alta. For two or three
years they moved to Courtney
on Vancouver Island, but
returned to Alberta. They
adopted 2 boys. In 1945 they
moved to a dairy farm in East
Chilliwack, B.C. In 1966 they
moved to Clearbrook. Anna
passed away Aug. 19, 1971. On June 2, 1972
he married Maria Klassen, a widow. They
moved to Sherwood Home when health
became poor. He is mourned by his wife; sons
Jake of Dawson Creek and Henry of Langley;
stepchildren Mary Wiens of Clearbrook, Tena
Teichrob of Chilliwack, Hilda Born of Matsqui, B.C., John of Brazil, Frank of Arizona
and Lore Reemeyer of Clearbrook; 25 grandchildren and 32 great-grandchildren. The
funeral was June 23 in Clearbrook MB
Church, with Jacob Pauls and John E.
Klassen ministering.

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Loepp, Jacob J. (1894-1991)

2021-06-23T22:01:47Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 28 Birth date: 1928 text of obituary: <center><h3>ANNE KRAHN</h3></center> Jacob J. Loepp of Clearbrook, B.C. passed aw..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 28

Birth date: 1928

text of obituary:

<center><h3>ANNE KRAHN</h3></center>

Jacob J. Loepp of Clearbrook, B.C. passed
away June 18. He was born Jan. 6, 1894 to
Jacob August and Elizabeth Loepp in
Friedensfeld, No.3, Zagradovka. In November, 1918 he married Anna Fast of Blumenort, No.7, Zagradovka. They committed
their lives to the Lord during meetings led by
Franz Klassen of Tiege. In September, 1926
they were baptized. They immigrated to
Canada in 1926, and lived in southern Manitoba for a short while before
settling on a grain farm near
Gem, Alta. For two or three
years they moved to Courtney
on Vancouver Island, but
returned to Alberta. They
adopted 2 boys. In 1945 they
moved to a dairy farm in East
Chilliwack, B.C. In 1966 they
moved to Clearbrook. Anna
passed away Aug. 19, 1971. On June 2, 1972
he married Maria Klassen, a widow. They
moved to Sherwood Home when health
became poor. He is mourned by his wife; sons
Jake of Dawson Creek and Henry of Langley;
stepchildren Mary Wiens of Clearbrook, Tena
Teichrob of Chilliwack, Hilda Born of Matsqui, B.C., John of Brazil, Frank of Arizona
and Lore Reemeyer of Clearbrook; 25 grandchildren and 32 great-grandchildren. The
funeral was June 23 in Clearbrook MB
Church, with Jacob Pauls and John E.
Klassen ministering.

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Krahn, Anne Penner (1928-1991)

2021-06-23T21:54:44Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 28 Birth date: 1928 text of obituary: <center><h3>ANNE KRAHN</h3></center> Anne Krahn of Winkler, Man. passed away June..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 28

Birth date: 1928

text of obituary:

<center><h3>ANNE KRAHN</h3></center>

Anne Krahn of Winkler, Man. passed away
June 3. She was born Apr. 22, 1928 to Rev.
Jacob and Sarah Penner in Winnipeg. The
family moved to Port Rowan,
Ont. during the early 1930s.
At age 11 she accepted Jesus.
She loved weekly Bible study,
sang in the church choir and
taught Sunday school. She
taught vacation Bible school
in rural and northern
Ontario. She was baptized
and joined Port Rowan MB
Church at age 16. She attended Eden Bible
School in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ont. for 3
years. She trained as a Registered Nursing
Assistant in Hamilton and served in Hamilton, Kitchener, Waterloo and Simcoe, Ont.
hospitals for about 7 years. In fall, 1962 she
helped the Krahn family when her sister
Lena was ill. She married Peter Krahn May
17,1963 after Lena passed away, taking on a
family of 7. Another 3 children were born.
They moved to Winkler in 1971 to take on the
Winkler Bible Book Shop. She joined Winkler
MB Church, where she served faithfully for
20 years, teaching pre-primary and nursery
Sunday school. Predeceased by 1 grandchild
in 1978, she is mourned by her husband;, children Dorothy of North Bay, Ont., Viola of
Yorkton Heights, NY, Arthur of Three Hills,
Alta., Esther of Wolfville, N.S., Elvera of
Walkerton, Ont., David of Wallenstein, Ont.,
Daniel of Red Lake, Ont., Paul of Winnipeg,
Marianne of Winnipeg and Timothy of Winkler; 18 grandchildren; 2 sisters and 3 brothers. A memorial service was held June 6 in
Winkler MB Church, with Wally Klassen and
Jake Neufeld ministering. The funeral was
June 8 in Port Rowan MB Church, with Jake
Neufeld and Arnie Neufeld ministering.

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Schroeder, George T. (1907-1991)

2021-06-23T21:47:03Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 28 Birth date: 1907 text of obituary: <center><h3>GEORGE T. SCHROEDER</h3></center> George T. Schroeder of Winkler, Man..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 28

Birth date: 1907

text of obituary:

<center><h3>GEORGE T. SCHROEDER</h3></center>

George T. Schroeder of Winkler, Man. passed
away June 10. He was born, to John J. and
Susanna Schroeder June 15, 1907 in Grossweide, Man. He was baptized
in 1929. On Oct. 4, 1931 he
married Elizabeth Wiebe of
Kronsgart, Man. They moved
to Carman, Man., where they
farmed. In 1957 they moved
to Morden, Man. He had a
variety of jobs, but carpentry
and woodworking were his
specialty. He made doll furniture, lawn swings and desks for the grandchildren. In 1981 they retired to Winkler. He
had an avid interest in the Mennonite heritage, had good memories of his childhood
and parenting years, loved poetry and .filled
reams of paper with lifelike drawings of
southern Manitoba animals. His greatest love
was his family. Predeceased by his wife July
23, 1988, 4 sisters and 2 brothers, he is
mourned by his children Lorance of Winkler,
Margaret Janzen of Springstein, Man., Susan
Hildebrand of New Westminster, B.C.,
Deloris Goerzen of Fannystelle, Man., Laura
Skeavington of Carman and Edna Clarke and
Don of Winnipeg; 16 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; 3 brothers and 3 sisters. The
funeral was June 13 in Winkler MB Church,
with Wally Klassen and John G. Froese officiating.

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Willms, George (1906-1991)

2021-06-23T21:41:39Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 28 Birth date: 1906 text of obituary: <center><h3>GEORGE WILLMS</h3></center> George Willms of Brandon, Man. passed awa..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 28

Birth date: 1906

text of obituary:

<center><h3>GEORGE WILLMS</h3></center>

George Willms of Brandon, Man. passed
away May 28. He was born Mar. 25, 1906 to
Gerhard and Anna Willms in
Nikolajevska, Russia. He
immigrated to Canada in
1927 and worked as a farm
hand near Brandon. He was
baptized and joined Griswold
(Man.) MB Church in 1929.
On Feb. 15, 1931 he married
Tina Bergman. They farmed
near Wheatland and Alexander, Man. and moved to Forrest, Man. in
1944, joining Justice MB Church. Tina died
Dec. 2, 1972. He moved to Brandon a year
later. On Mar. 13, 1975 he married Nina
Neufeld. Predeceased by his first wife Tina,
son Herb Apr. 23, 1969 and 1 great-grandson
in 1990, he is mourned by his second wife
Nina; sons Don of Winnipeg, Harry of Forrest, George of Winnipeg, Edward of
Minnedosa, Man. and Frank of Brandon;
daughters Hildy Sinclair of Toronto and Irma
Dyck of Winnipeg; stepdaughters Joyce
Klassen of Whitehorse, Yukon and Fran
Loewen of Edmonton; 12 grandchildren 3
great-grandchildren and 6 step grandchildren.
The funeral was May 31 in Richmond Park
MB Church, Brandon, with John Unger and
Peter Klassen ministering.

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Siemens, Jacob (1907-1991)

2021-06-23T21:29:02Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 28 Birth date: 1907 text of obituary: <center><h3>JACOB SIEMENS</h3></center> Jacob Siemens of St. Catharines passed aw..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 28

Birth date: 1907

text of obituary:

<center><h3>JACOB SIEMENS</h3></center>

Jacob Siemens of St. Catharines passed
away ,Jan. 25. He was born Jan. 21, 1907 to
Jacob and Sara Siemens in Petrovka, Orenburg, Russia. The family
moved to Saratov, Siberia in
1912. He married Justina
Wiens in 1928 in eastern Russia near the Amur River.
They fled across the Amur
into China in 1930 and immigrated to Paraguay in 1932.
While the struggle for survival was hard, there was
family contentment. He was a good provider
and family man. He became involved in village government and joined the MB Church.
They immigrated to Canada in 1950. He
farmed for 10 years near Edmonton, then
became a carpenter. He retired in 1974. He
started furniture production as a hobby in his
garage. In 1988 they moved to St. Catharines
and joined Scott St. MB Church. During his
retirement, he became keenly aware of God's
blessings, his loyal helpmate, his children
and material blessings. He is survived by his
wife; children Jake of St. Catharines, Elizabeth Schmidt of Edmonton, Rudy of Fonthill,
Ont., Sara Klassen of Jordan, Ont. and Elvira Pain, Bill Siemens and Elsie Bargen of
Edmonton; 21 grandchildren and 16 great
grandchildren. The funeral was Jan. 29 in
Scott St. MB Church, with John Unrau ministering.

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Neufeld, Lydia (1906-1991)

2021-06-23T21:23:00Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 28 Birth date: 1906 text of obituary: <center><h3>LYDIA NEUFELD</h3></center> Lydia Neufeld of Winnipeg passed away May..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Aug 2 p. 28

Birth date: 1906

text of obituary:

<center><h3>LYDIA NEUFELD</h3></center>

Lydia Neufeld of Winnipeg passed away May
18. She was born July 1, 1906 to Isaak and
Anna Neufeld in Waldheim, Molotschna,
southern Russia. At age 18 she accepted
Christ and was baptized. In 1926 the family
immigrated to Canada. They settled in Winnipeg, then moved to Altona, Man. She
attended high school and then went to Normal School in Winnipeg. She taught for 35
years in Twin Creek, Man., Niverville, Man.,
Altona and Yarrow, B.C., and for 22 years in
Princess Margaret School in Winnipeg. After
retirement, she travelled extensively. She is
mourned by her brother William, sister
Martha Baerg and many nieces and nephews.
The funeral was May 16 in North Kildonan
MB Church, Winnipeg, with John Epp and
John Baerg ministering.

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Ratzlaff, Maria Janzen (1897-1991)

2021-06-23T20:59:45Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jul 19 p. 28 Birth date: 1897 text of obituary: <center><h3>MARIA RATZLAFF</h3></center> Maria Ratzlaff passed away Apr. 26. She..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jul 19 p. 28

Birth date: 1897

text of obituary:

<center><h3>MARIA RATZLAFF</h3></center>

Maria Ratzlaff passed away
Apr. 26. She was born Dec.
29, 1897 to Franz and Maria
Janzen in Osterwick, Chortitza, southern Russia. Her
mother died 7 months later,
and her father remarried
twice. In 1906 they moved to
Millerovo. In 1917 she
decided to follow the Lord,
was baptized and joined Millerovo MB
Church. She married Gustav Ratzlaff Sept.
15, 1918. In 1923 they moved to Wymyschle,
Poland, where he was choir and youth leader
and minister in Wymyschle MB Church. In
1945 they fled west, but she and the children
were sent back by the Red Army. They were
reunited in Germany in 1946, and in 1949
they immigrated to Linden, Alta. In 1952
they bought a small farm in Arnold, B.C. Life
was hard but good. Gustav was a minister,
then pastor, of Arnold MB Church and had
outside work. She worked hard all her life,
milking the cows, weeding the berries and
doing all that was necessary. She was always
ready to help, even when it seemed impossible, and was always ready to welcome their
frequent visitors. They moved to Clearbrook
Dec. 27, 1967. Gustav became ill in 1981,
remaining in hospital until his death in 1985.
She moved to Tabor Home in Clearbrook in
1981 and to Menno Hospital in Abbotsford
Dec. 29,1987. She is remembered as a loving,
patient mother who loved God. Predeceased
by her husband, daughter Minna in 1968, son
Gustav in the USSR, son Franz in World War
II, 2 grandchildren, 2 sisters and 2 brothers,
she is mourned by her children Ema Ratzlaff
of Calgary, Gustav of Richmond, B.C., Herbert of Abbotsford and Bernie of Mt. Lehman,
B.C. The funeral was May 1 in Clearbrook
MB Church, with John E. Klassen and Lloyd
Pankratz ministering.

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Neufeld, Helena Siemens (1908-1991)

2021-06-23T20:54:30Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jul 19 p. 28 Birth date: 1908 text of obituary: <center><h3>HELENA NEUFELD</h3></center> Helena Neufeld of Kelowna, B.C. passed ..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jul 19 p. 28

Birth date: 1908

text of obituary:

<center><h3>HELENA NEUFELD</h3></center>

Helena Neufeld of Kelowna, B.C. passed
away May 25. She was born Feb. 6, 1908 to
Jacob and Helena Siemens. She married
Peter Arens, Aug. 18, 1930 in Herbert, Sask.,
a union blessed with 2 children, James
Richard and Wella Audrey. Peter died in
1939. On Aug. 4, 1940, she married Isaac
Neufeld, a widower with 5 children. Two
more children were born. She was baptized
Sept. 12, 1943 in Herbert. In fall, 1945 they
moved to Clearbrook, B.C. She worked very
hard. She worked in various stores and in
Aylmer's cannery and picked berries and
hops. She cared for Isaac in his last years.
Son Garry built a suite for them. Isaac died
in 1989. She then moved to Kelowna, to be
near her son and sister. Predeceased by 2 sisters, she is mourned by her children Jacob
Ballard of Saskatchewan, Victoria Hiebert of
Burnaby, B.C., Anne Landsbury of Saskatchewan, Leona Gutwin of Vermont, Margaret
Ballard of Burnaby, B.C ., Joan Block of
Abbotsford, B.C., Jim Arens of Abbotsford,
Wella Kagl e of Washington and Garry
Neufeld of Kelowna; 3 sisters and many
grandchildren.

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Wolfe, Cornelius Peter (1914-1991)

2021-06-23T20:48:39Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jul 19 p. 28 Birth date: 1914 text of obituary: <center><h3>CORNELIUS PETER WOLFE</h3></center> Cornelius Peter Wolfe of Clearbr..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jul 19 p. 28

Birth date: 1914

text of obituary:

<center><h3>CORNELIUS PETER WOLFE</h3></center>

Cornelius Peter Wolfe of Clearbrook, B.C.
passed away May 22. He was born Nov. 4,
1914 to Peter and Elizabeth
Wolfe in Fuerstenland,
southern Russia. They lived
on a mixed farm. After the
Russian Revolution, they
immigrated to southern
Manitoba and farmed for 8
years. He received little formal education. In the
Depression they moved to
Yarrow, B.C., where they
worked in the hopyards and sawmill. In 1934
he accepted Christ under the ministry of A.H.
Unruh. In 1943 he was baptized and joined
Yarrow MB Church, where he was a parking
attendant. He preferred to serve where he
was not noticed. His social life revolved
around the young people's group. He married
Mary Heinrichs Mar. 16, 1941. They had a
small dairy and raspberry farm, and he held
various part-time jobs. At age 50 he began
working for Guenther Door Factory and
phased out farming. He developed hobbies,
which he pursued after retirement, making
spinning wheels, clocks, windmills and steam
engines. This gave him much joy, and he
donated many to the MCC auction. He spent
his last 4 years in a condominium in Clearbrook and joined Clearbrook MB Church.
Cancer was found 2 years ago, but he was
able to pursue his activities without pain. He
is mourned by his wife; sons John, Walter
and Ken; 6 grandchildren; 2 brothers and 2
sisters. The funeral was May 25 in Clearbrook MB Church, with Jacob Pauls and J .E.
Klassen ministering.

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Monteith, Elva (1924-1991)

2021-06-23T20:42:01Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jul 19 p. 28 Birth date: 1924 text of obituary: <center><h3>ELVA MONTEITH</h3></center> Elva Monteith of Coaldale, Alta. passed ..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jul 19 p. 28

Birth date: 1924

text of obituary:

<center><h3>ELVA MONTEITH</h3></center>

Elva Monteith of Coaldale, Alta. passed away
May 25. She was born June 10, 1924 in
Devlin Township, Ont. and educated in Kincardine, Ont. She married James Monteith
Aug. 22, 1942. They moved to Alberta, then
B.C., retiring to Coaldale in 1978. She is
remembered as a joyous Christian, eager to
share her Lord with others. Her unwavering
trust during months of suffering from cancer
was an inspiration to many. She is survived
by her husband, daughters Judith Doiron
and Darlene Leger and sons Phillip and
Stephen, all of Alberta; 9 grandchildren and
1 great-grandchild. She planned her funeral
as a testimony of her steadfast faith in her
Saviour. The funeral was in Coaldale MB
Church, where she had fellowshipped for a
number of years, with Rudy Heidebrecht
ministering.

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Heidebrecht, Elizabeth Dirks (1901-1991)

2021-06-23T20:35:47Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jul 19 p. 28 Birth date: 1901 text of obituary: <center><h3>ELIZABETH HEIDEBRECHT</h3></center> Elizabeth Heidebrecht of Coaldal..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jul 19 p. 28

Birth date: 1901

text of obituary:

<center><h3>ELIZABETH HEIDEBRECHT</h3></center>

Elizabeth Heidebrecht of Coaldale, Alta.
passed away May 31. She was born May 14,
1901 to Peter and Elizabeth
Dirks in Gnadenfeld,
Ukraine. By 1914 both parents, a sister and a brother
had died. She faced the civil
war with 2 brothers, but also
had happy times as part of
the community orchestra
and church choir. In 1922
she married Peter Heidebrecht. In 1925 they immigrated to Linden,
Alta., moving to Coaldale in 1947. She was a
good provider for her family, making do with
limited means. She had come to know the
Saviour in her youth, and there were times of
recommitment later. As a widow, she was
often observed in deep concentration, reading
God's Word and communing with her Master.
She saw intercession for her family as her
chief role. Poor health marked her whole life.
She spent her last 6 months in Coaldale
Health Care Centre. Predeceased by her husband in 1980 and son Victor in 1946, she is
mourned by daughter s Erica Doucette of
Abbotsford, B.C., Lillian Litke of Westlock,
Alta., Hilda of Coaldale, Anne of Calgary and
Betty Hall of Langley, B.C.; sons John of
Abbotsford, B.C., Rudy of Coaldale, Harry of
Clearbrook, B.C. and Herb of Linden; 19
grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
The funeral was June 4 in Coaldale MB
Church, with Ken Peters and Harry Heidebrecht ministering.

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Cavers, Thomas Graham (1915-1991)

2021-06-23T20:30:16Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jul 19 p. 28 Birth date: 1915 text of obituary: <center><h3>THOMAS GRAHAM CAVERS</h3></center> Thomas Graham Cavers of La Rivier..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jul 19 p. 28

Birth date: 1915

text of obituary:

<center><h3>THOMAS GRAHAM CAVERS</h3></center>

Thomas Graham Cavers of La Riviere, Man.
passed away May 29. He was born June 12,
1915 to Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Cavers in Pilot
Mound, Man., where he grew up and attended school. In 1940 he married Florence Houston. They farmed near La Riviere, retiring
into town in 1973. He continued to lend a
hand on the farm, served as administrator of
the La Riviere Lodge and enjoyed gardening.
In March, 1972 he invited Christ into his life
and was baptized. He gained many Christian
friends who were a source of strength and
encouragement throughout his illness. He is
remembered as a caring friend, loving husband, father and grandfather, and constant
strength for his family. His grandchildren
gave him much joy. Predeceased by 1 brother,
he is mourned by his wife; sons Ernie of La
Riviere , Lloyd of Neepawa, Man. and
Lawrence of Manitou, Man.; daughters Judy
Cruise and Glenda Scurfield of Winnipeg;
and 13 grandchildren. The funeral was June
1 in Manitou MB Church, with George Toews
ministering.

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Harder, Amelia Koop (1891-1991)

2021-06-23T20:25:51Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jul 19 p. 28 Birth date: 1891 text of obituary: <center><h3>AMELIA HARDER</h3></center> Amelia Harder passed away Feb. 5. She wa..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jul 19 p. 28

Birth date: 1891

text of obituary:

<center><h3>AMELIA HARDER</h3></center>

Amelia Harder passed away Feb. 5. She was
born Nov. 14, 1891 to Paul and Maria Koop in
Tiege, Molotschna, Russia. At an early age
she committed her life to Christ and was baptized. She married Jacob Harder Oct. 31,
1913. Daughter Lydia was born in 1919. They
immigrated to Canada in 1924, settling in
Alexander, Man. In 1934 they moved to Manitou, Man., where they adopted son Jacob
Allen. She served in numerous areas in Manitou MB Church, including that of custodian.
Her greatest desire in life was to serve the
Lord. In 1977 she moved to Salem Home,
Winkler, Man. Predeceased by her daughter
in 1958, husband in 1976 and son in 1986,
she is mourned by 3 grandchildren and 5
great-grandchildren. The funeral was Feb. 11
in Manitou MB Church, with George Toews
and Jake Klassen ministering.

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Dick, Sara Enns (1892-1991)

2021-06-23T19:45:13Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jun 28 p. 28 Birth date: 1892 text of obituary: <center><h3>SARA DICK</h3></center> Sara Dick of St. Catharines passed away May ..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jun 28 p. 28

Birth date: 1892

text of obituary:

<center><h3>SARA DICK</h3></center>

Sara Dick of St. Catharines passed away May
17. She was born in 1892 to Isaak and Ann
Enns in Friedensdorf, Ukraine. In 1912 she
married Abram Jacob Dick.
In 1926 they immigrated to
Dalmeny, Sask., later moving
to Namaka, Alta. There they
found peace with the Lord,
were baptized and joined the
MB church. They moved to
Hepburn, Sask., where they
experienced difficulties in
farming but many blessings
from the Lord. In 1935 they moved to
Vineland, Ont. They bought a small acreage
and farmed for 15 years until they moved to
St. Catharines. Here they joined Scott St. MB
Church, where she remained a member until
her death. Abram died in 1963 and she
moved to Scott St. Church Apts. She moved
to Tabor Manor 13 years later. Her favourite
verse was Is. 43:1. Predeceased by her husband and 2 great-grandchildren, she is survived by her sons Jacob and Abe; daughter
Katie Bousfield; 9 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren and 8 great-great-grandchildren. The funeral was May 21 in Scott St.
MB Church, with Henry Penner and John
Uurau ministering.

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Giesbrecht, Cornelius (1914-1991)

2021-06-23T18:44:04Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jun 28 p. 28 Birth date: 1914 text of obituary: <center><h3>CORNELIUS GIESBRECHT</h3></center> Cornelius Giesbrecht of Foam Lake..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jun 28 p. 28

Birth date: 1914

text of obituary:

<center><h3>CORNELIUS GIESBRECHT</h3></center>

Cornelius Giesbrecht of Foam Lake, Sask.
passed away May 20. He was
born July 9, 1914 to Abraham
and Helen Giesbrecht in Seventy-five, Siberia, Russia. The
family immigrated to Herbert,
Sask. in 1926. In 1938 they
bought a farm near Foam
Lake. Corney accepted Jesus
at an evangelistic meeting in
Bertdale Hall. He was baptized in 1939. He married Lena Krause May 18. 1941. They farmed near Foam Lake until
1977, when they moved to town. His faith
was central to his life and family. He helped
build Foam Lake MB (now Gospel Fellowship) Church. He was active in church work
until the end. He was friendly and helpful,
never complained and lived life to the fullest.
He often spoke of the wonderful hope of
someday seeing his Saviour face to face. Predeceased by 1 sister and 2 brothers, he is
mourned by his wife; children Edwin of Sault
Ste Marie, Ont., Agnes Diekert of Vancouver,
Anne Cooper of Foam Lake, Hank of Calgary,
Erma Neuman of New Norway, Alta., Alvin of
Lanigan, Sask., Joy Batten of Calgary and
Jerry of Sherwood Park, Alta.; 21 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; 1 brother and 2
sisters. The funeral was May 22, with Art
Isaac ministering.

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Giesbrecht, Cornelius (1917-1991)

2021-06-23T18:35:40Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jun 28 p.28 Birth date: 1917 text of obituary: <center><h3>CORNELIUS GIESBRECHT</h3></center> Cornelius "Con" Giesbrecht of Medi..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jun 28 p.28

Birth date: 1917

text of obituary:

<center><h3>CORNELIUS GIESBRECHT</h3></center>

Cornelius "Con" Giesbrecht of Medicine Hat, Alta. passed away Apr. 23. He was born Aug.
30,1917 in Russia. The family immigrated to
Canada. He married Sarah Redekopp of Big
River, Sask. Nov. 2, 1941. They lived near Big
River and Debden, Sask. until 1943, when
they moved to Prince Albert, Sask. He
worked at various jobs, with carpentry as his
main interest. In 1961 they moved to Saskatoon, where he worked for Boychuk Construction. Due to ill health he moved to Calgary in
1969 and began working for the Workman's
Compensation Board. He was transferred to
Medicine Hat in 1973. In 1975 he returned to
construction on work. He had a heart attack in
1979. He was not a man to sit still, so he took
training and set up his own locksmith business. Ill health forced him to sell the business. After retirement he spent his hours
helping family and friends with his many
skills. He is survived by his wife; sons Rod of
Canmore, Alta., Bernie of Port Coquitlam,
B.C. and Brad of Saskatoon; 4 grandchildren;
1 brother and 2 sisters. The funeral was Apr.
27 in Crestwood MB Church, Medicine Hat,
with Mark Jantzen ministering.

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Wiens, John George (1905-1991)

2021-06-23T18:16:23Z

Lwiebe:

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jun 14 p. 26

Birth date: 1905

text of obituary:

<center><h3>JOHN GEORGE WIENS</h3></center>

John George Wiens passed away May 6. He
was born Mar. 8, 1905 to George and Aganeta Wiens in Kuban,
southern Russia. He fled
with his mother, 2 brothers and 2 sisters,
reaching Humboldt, Sask. in 1924. After 10
years of struggling to farm on the prairies, he
moved his wife and young
family to Chilliwack, B.C. in
1931. He worked on farms, on
railways, in sawmills and in
nurseries. His greatest success was growing berries. He
enjoyed singing, fishing, travelling and visiting the sick
and elderly. He is remembered as a devout Christian
who practised his faith sincerely and taught
his children the Way of Life. He was a member of Greendale MB Church in Sardis, B.C.
for over 50 years. He is survived by his wife;
children Wilmer, John, Leona Baerg, Serena
Rempel, Gertie Ratzlaff, Abe, Susan and Debbie Reimer; 25 grandchildren; 39 great grandchildren; 1 sister and 1 brother. The
funeral was May 9 in Greendale MB Church.

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Suderman, Katie Krause (1899-1991)

2021-06-23T18:15:07Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jun 14 p.26 Birth date: 1899 text of obituary: <center><h3>KATIE SUDERMAN</h3></center> Katie Suderman of Sardis, B.C. passed aw..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jun 14 p.26

Birth date: 1899

text of obituary:

<center><h3>KATIE SUDERMAN</h3></center>

Katie Suderman of Sardis, B.C. passed away
Apr. 26. She was born Jan. 25, 1899 to Johan
and Anna Krause in Blumenfeld, Russia. She
accepted Christ Apr. 26, 1921.
In July, 1921 she was baptized in the Dnieper River
near Nikapol and joined the
local MB church. She married
Jacob Suderman May 5, 1922
during a time of famine. In
1923 they immigrated to
Canada, settling in Steinbach,
Man. They moved to Winnipeg
in 1924 and to Vancouver in 1930. They
bought Willowmoor Auto Court and Garage
in Sardis in 1931 and later built a home on
the adjacent 5 acres. Here daughter Viola
was born; 4 previous children had died. After
Jacob had an accident in 1965, causing brain
damage, they sold the farm and moved into
Sardis. He died May 12, 1969. In the last 5
years she suffered from weakness and failing
health, but never complained and constantly
found reasons to be thankful. As long as she
was on earth, she felt God had a purpose for
her: to pray. In the last 2 weeks she desired
to be with the Lord. She is survived by her
daughter Viola in Sardis and 1 brother. The
funeral was Apr. 30 in Greendale MB
Church, with Len Doerksen and David
Froese ministering.

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Wiens, John George (1905-1991)

2021-06-23T18:01:46Z

Lwiebe:

Wiens, John George (1905-1991)

2021-06-23T17:58:20Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jun 14 p.26 Birth date: 1905 text of obituary: <center><h3>JOHN GEORGE WIENS</h3></center> John George Wiens passed away May 6. ..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jun 14 p.26

Birth date: 1905

text of obituary:

<center><h3>JOHN GEORGE WIENS</h3></center>

John George Wiens passed away May 6. He
was born Mar. 8, 1905 to George and Aganeta Wiens in Kuban,
Wiens in Kuban, southern Russia. He fled
with his mother, 2 brothers and 2 sisters,
reaching Humboldt, Sask. in 1924. After 10
years of struggling to farm on the prairies, he
moved his wife and young
family to Chilliwack, B.C. in
1931. He worked on farms, on
railways, in sawmills and in
nurseries. His greatest success was growing berries. He
enjoyed singing, fishing, travelling and visiting the sick
and elderly. He is remembered as a devout Christian
who practised his faith sincerely and taught
his children the Way of Life. He was a member of Greendale MB Church in Sardis, B.C.
for over 50 years. He is survived by his wife;
children Wilmer, John, Leona Baerg, Serena
Rempel, Gertie Ratzlaff, Abe, Susan and Debbie Reimer; 25 grandchildren; 39 great grandchildren; 1 sister and 1 brother. The
funeral was May 9 in Greendale MB Church.

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Friesen, Jacob (1908-1991)

2021-06-23T17:44:11Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jun 14 p.26 Birth date: 1908 text of obituary: <center><h3>JACOB FRIESEN</h3></center> Jacob Friesen of Abbotsford, B.C. passed ..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jun 14 p.26

Birth date: 1908

text of obituary:

<center><h3>JACOB FRIESEN</h3></center>

Jacob Friesen of Abbotsford, B.C. passed
away May 10. He was born Sept. 15, 1908 to
Peter and Helena Friesen in Davlekanovo,
Ufa, Russia. In 1926 the family fled to Canada. After a
brief time in Winnipeg, they
moved to Winkler, where his
father died. Some years later
he moved to Alberta, where
he farmed in Vauxhall, Coaldale and then Cardston. He
loved children and, because
he had none of his own, loved
to romp with his nieces and nephews. On Oct.
17,1973 he married Mary Wiebe of Leamington, Ont. They settled in Abbotsford to enjoy
retirement, travelling and enjoying visits
with friends and relatives. Mary passed away
of cancer Jan. 29, 1990. He is mourned by his
sisters Mary and Annie Goertzen of Clearbrook, B.C. and Margaret Dueck of Coaldale,
and many nieces and nephews. The funeral
was in Clearbrook MB Church, with John
Klassen ministering.

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Quiring, Eugenia Fowler (1922-1991)

2021-06-23T17:38:46Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jun 14 p.26 Birth date: 1922 text of obituary: <center><h3>EUGENIA FOWLER QUIRING</h3></center> Eugenia Fowler Quiring of Fresno..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jun 14 p.26

Birth date: 1922

text of obituary:

<center><h3>EUGENIA FOWLER QUIRING</h3></center>

Eugenia Fowler Quiring of Fresno, CA
passed away Apr. 27. She was born Feb. 24,
1922 in Hartford, CT. She came to know the
Lord in her late teens and joined the Christian & Missionary Alliance Church in West
Hartford. She earned a bachelor's degree
from Yale University School of Music in 1943,
then taught music and Christian education
in New York and Florida. In 1947 she went to
Pacitic Bible Institute (now Fresno Pacific
College) to teach piano and study. She married Wilmer Quiring July 23, 1949. They
studied at Fresno and Hartford Seminary.
They worked in administration and teaching
in a Colombia primary school under MBMIS
1952-56. John completed his master's degree
in Connecticut, then taught a year at Mexico
Bible Institute. They worked in a church
leadership training program in Colombia
1959-64. They then lived in West Hartford,
where she worked for West Hartford Public
Schools and the Connecticut Dairy and Food
Council. She served as pianist, organist and
teacher in church. In 1974 they moved to
Fresno, where she was active in North Fresno MB Church. They were interim pastor
couple of Dinuba (CA) Calvario MB Church.
She was also employed by Fresno Church of
the Brethren until 1986. After retirement,
she taught a women's Bible study. In 1986
they joined West Park Community Church,
where they faithfully ministered. Despite
failing health over many years, she retained
a cheerful, uncomplaining spirit, bringing
love and joy to others. She is mourned by her
husband; children Naomi Mizumoto, Phebe
Wahl, Lois Ewert and John; and 5 grandchildren. The funeral was May 2 in North Fresno
MB Church, with Hugo Zorilla ministering.

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Schellenberg, William (1901-1991)

2021-06-23T17:31:38Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jun 14 p.26 Birth date: 1901 text of obituary: <center><h3>WILLIAM SCHELLENBERG</h3></center> William Schellenberg of Yarrow, B...."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jun 14 p.26

Birth date: 1901

text of obituary:

<center><h3>WILLIAM SCHELLENBERG</h3></center>

William Schellenberg of Yarrow, B.C. passed
away Apr. 12. He was born Oct. 13, 1901 to
John and Elizabeth Schellenberg in
Leonidovka, Ignatievo, Russia. When he was
5, the family moved to Steinfeld near
Babenkow, where they farmed. His brother
was conscripted, and he and his widowed
mother went to Barrisow. In 1919 they lost
everything to robbers and fled to Leonidovka.
In 1919 he was baptized by elder Unruh of
New York, Ignatievo. H e married Katie
Klassen June 28, 1920. They came to Canada
in 1927 and to Yarrow in 1931. He was active
in community endeavours. Katie died June
30, 1977. He joined Yarrow MB Church Oct.
30, 1988. He is survived by his children Bill
of Yarrow, Abe, Freda Martens, Hugo and
Erna Klingspohn; 16 grandchildren and
great-grandchildren ; and 1 brother. The
funeral was Apr. 15 in Yarrow MB Church,
with Ron Braun and Wilf Richert ministering.

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Pauls, Katherine Paetkau (1903-1991)

2021-06-16T22:56:22Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jun 14 p. 26 Birth date: 1903 text of obituary: <center><h3>KATHERINE PAULS</h3></center> Katherine Pauls of Winnipeg passed awa..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 Jun 14 p. 26

Birth date: 1903

text of obituary:

<center><h3>KATHERINE PAULS</h3></center>

Katherine Pauls of Winnipeg passed away
Apr. 17. She was born Dec. 7, 1903 to Johann
and Aganeta Paetkau in Burwalde, Russia.
In December, 1925 she came to Main Centre,
Sask. with her husband John
Pauls and son, John. They
moved to Beechy, Sask. in
1927, back to Main Centre
in 1934, to Greenfarm,
Sask. in 1943, then to
Main Centre and to Winnipeg in 1959. She loved
to sing and knew countless
German hymns from memory. She loved her household
work. She encouraged her children to pursue
a good education (she had completed only
grade 5) and instilled in them a love of reading. She chose to look after 2 handicapped
children until after her 60th wedding
anniversary. In Donwood Manor she was
always cheerful and happy. Predeceased by
her husband Nov. 10, 1988, daughter Helen
in 1933 and all 10 of her siblings, she is
mourned by her children John of Altona,
Man., Adolph of Three Hills, Alta., Abe of
Calgary, Mary of Winnipeg, Bertha Klassen
of Winnipeg, Laura Funk of Elm Creek,
Man., Harold of Winnipeg, Irvin of Morden,
Man . and Waldo of Winnipeg; 19 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. The funeral
was Apr. 19 in North Kildonan MB Church,
Winnipeg, with Victor Toews and Henry
Klaassen ministering.

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Sherman, Don De (1950-1991)

2021-06-16T22:36:26Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 31 p. 28 Birth date: 1950 text of obituary: <center><h3>DON DE SHERMAN</h3></center> Don De Sherman of Port Coquitlam, B .C...."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 31 p. 28

Birth date: 1950

text of obituary:

<center><h3>DON DE SHERMAN</h3></center>

Don De Sherman of Port Coquitlam, B .C.
passed away Apr. 19. He was born May 8,
1950 to Neil and Anne Sherman in Bonneville, Alta. In 1954 the family moved to
Grande Prairie, Alta. He was
baptized at age 10. He married Polly Erickson in October, 1968, and they moved to
Edmonton. He worked at
sales jobs and completed his
education. In 1972 they
moved to Regina, where he
worked in computer systems.
Here he accepted Jesus as his
Lord and Saviour with full understanding. In
1978 he was transferred to Vancouver. He lost
his job, and the family went through very difficult times. He had very recently completed
training and become a qualified electrician.
He worked with the Gideons and Navigators,
was Sunday school superintendent and was
responsible for a men's sporting activity outreach. He is remembered as a devoted and
caring father for whom the physical and spiritual welfare of his family was of great concern. He is mourned by his wife; daughter
Debbie Janzen; son Clenton; and 2 sisters.
The funeral was Apr. 23 in Eagle Ridge Bible
Fellowship , Coquitlam, B.C., with Harry
Loewen and Paul Dick ministering.

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Braun, Nettie Dyck (1906-1991)

2021-06-16T22:29:01Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 31 p. 28 Birth date: 1906 text of obituary: <center><h3>NETTIE BRAUN</h3></center> Nettie Braun of Altona, Man. passed away ..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 31 p. 28

Birth date: 1906

text of obituary:

<center><h3>NETTIE BRAUN</h3></center>

Nettie Braun of Altona, Man. passed away
Apr. 3. She was born Jan. 15, 1906 to Peter
and Elisabeth Dyck and was raised in Aliesova, Orenburg, Russia. She made her commitment as a young girl and
joined the MB church. She
ministered through singing
and playing her guitar. In
1926 she immigrated to Canada with her brother and sister. She worked as a housekeeper for the Peter Dyck
family in Winkler, Man. for 6
years, did homecare for elderly ladies in Manitou, Man. and Winnipeg,
took medical training and worked as a nurse
for Dr. C.W. Wiebe. She met George A. Braun,
who was conducting gospel services with
another man in Chortiz, Man. They married
in 1936 and established a farm home near
Altona. For 18 years in the winters they
moved to Altona, where George taught in the
Bible school. She entertained many visiting
ministers and missionaries. Proverbs 10:7a
could be applied to her for her family life and
other services. Two weeks before her passing
she said, "Lord, I belong to you, and you
belong to me; nothing can separate us." She is
mourned by her husband, 3 sons and 2
daughters. The funeral was Apr. 6 in Bergthaler Mennonite Church, Altona, with Bernhard W. Sawatzky, Peter Krahn, Randy
Klaassen and David F. Friesen ministering.

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Olfert, Abe E. (1917-1991)

2021-06-16T22:24:42Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 31 p. 28 Birth date: 1917 text of obituary: <center><h3>ABE E. OLFERT</h3></center> Abe E. Olfert of Swift Current, Sask. pa..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 31 p. 28

Birth date: 1917

text of obituary:

<center><h3>ABE E. OLFERT</h3></center>

Abe E. Olfert of Swift Current, Sask. passed
away Feb. 22 of lung cancer. He was born to
Daniel and Helena Olfert at Rhinefeld, Man.
They moved to McMahon, Sask. in 1919. In
1938 he was baptized and joined the Rhinefeld (Sask.) MB Church. His life was a continuous demonstration of his faith in God. He
met Mary Rempel at Bible school and married her in 1941. He farmed near McMahon
all his life, an occupation to which he felt
called and which gave him great satisfaction.
He is mourned by his wife; sons Edward of
Moose J aw, Sask., Lawrence of Drumheller,
Alta., Irwin of Lethbridge, Alta. and Michael
of Okotoks, Alta.; daughters Eleanor Schrag
of Swift Current and Linda of Regina. The
funeral was Feb. 26 in Bridgeway
Community Church, Swift Current, with
Peter Klassen ministering.

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Siemens, Henry (1923-1991)

2021-06-16T22:13:52Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 31 p. 28 Birth date: 1923 text of obituary: <center><h3>HENRY SIEMENS</h3></center> Henry Siemens of Winnipeg passed away Ma..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 31 p. 28

Birth date: 1923

text of obituary:

<center><h3>HENRY SIEMENS</h3></center>

Henry Siemens of Winnipeg passed away
Mar. 1. He was born Feb. 19, 1923 to Henry
and Katherina Siemens in Steinfeld,
Ukraine. In 1929 the family
immigrated to Boissevain,
Man. He became a Christian
at 11. He was later baptized
and joined Boissevain MB
Church. In 1944 he moved to
Vineland, Ont. He married
Katie Wall in 1948. In 1957
they moved to St. Catharines,
where he worked in the construction business until retiring in 1988.
They were members of Vineland, Scott St.
and Fairview MB Churches. In 1990 they
moved to Winnipeg. He is remembered as a
loving, devoted husband and father, seeking
always to do what was best for the family. In
his quiet way he tried to lead his family to
live their lives for God and encouraged them
to give of their time, energy and resources.
He was always involved in the local church
and its missions work. He is survived by his
wife; children Dennis of Prince Albert, Sask.,
Edwin of Altona, Man. and Lorraine Penner
of Elm Creek, Man.; 9 grandchildren; 3 brothers and 3 sisters. The funeral was Mar. 6 in
Elmwood MB Church, Winnipeg, with Isaac
Block and Abe Klassen ministering.

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Dueck, Peter H. (1908-1991)

2021-06-16T22:09:56Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 31 p. 28 Birth date: 1908 text of obituary: <center><h3>PETER H. DUECK</h3></center> Peter H. Dueck of Boissevain, Man. pass..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 31 p. 28

Birth date: 1908

text of obituary:

<center><h3>PETER H. DUECK</h3></center>

Peter H. Dueck of Boissevain, Man. passed
away May 1. He was born Nov. 27, 1908 to
Heinrich and Maria Dueck of Blumenheim,
Molotschna, Russia. When he was 2, the family moved to a large farm at Kistendej. At the
urging of his brother Bernhard, he accepted
Christ and was baptized into Arkadak MB
Church. In 1926 the family immigrated to
Canada. After 3 years in Manitou, Man. and
1 year in Desford, Man., they moved to
Minto, Man. He spent several
years working on farms. He
married Annie Goertz Durksen June 19, 1937 and moved
to a farm at Minto. In the
1940s they moved to Boissevain and joined Boissevain
MB Church. He loved the fellowship, found great joy in
supporting the church regularly and had a heart for foreign missions. He
is remembered as a loving, faithful husband,
father and grandfather concerned with the
educational and spiritual welfare of his family. He was a gentle, frugal man who took
pride in his farm and his family's accomplishments. He enjoyed simple pleasures: his family, church, community and, in later years,
his garden. Predeceased by his wife Mar. 25,
1989, he is mourned by sons Henry of Boissevain and David of Winnipeg; daughters Kathleen Martens of Portage la Prairie, Man. and
Mary Anne Harms of Swift Current, Sask.;
10 grandchildren; sisters and brothers. The
funeral was May 4 in Boissevain MB Church,
with Wally Kroeker and Abe Froese ministering.

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Thielmann, Gerhard (George) (1909-1991)

2021-06-16T22:03:55Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 31 p. 28 Birth date: 1909 text of obituary: <center><h3>GERHARD(GEORGE) THIELMANN</h3></center> Gerhard (George) Thielmann o..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 31 p. 28

Birth date: 1909

text of obituary:

<center><h3>GERHARD(GEORGE) THIELMANN</h3></center>

Gerhard (George) Thielmann of Clearbrook,
B.C. passed away Apr. 26. He was born Sept.
14, 1909 to Gerhard G. and Helene Thielmann in Alexanderwohl, Molotschna, southern Russia. His father died in 1918. He was
saved from starvation by MCC. He was converted at 10 and experienced
several strong faith renewals.
In 1925 he immigrated to
Canada with the Abram
Epps. His mother died 5 years
later. His ambition was to
farm so he could serve the
Lord by ministering, preaching and teaching. He attended
Coaldale (Alta.) and Winkler
(Man.) Bible schools while working summers
on farms near Namaka, Alta. He married
Agnes Toews Apr. 27, 1935. He taught 8
years at Bethesda Bible School in Gem, Alta.
In 1942 they moved to Namaka to help on
father-in-law Aron A. Toews' farm. In 1947 he
became founding principal of East Chilliwack
(B.C.) Bible School, serving for 10 years. He
also ran a farm and served in the preaching
ministry at East Chilliwack MB Church,
becoming pastor in 1950. In the late 1960s he
sold the farm and took more theological study
in Vancouver. He served as moderator and
assistant moderator of the B.C. MB Conference, as chair of MCC B.C. 1955-71, as a
member of the MCC Canada Board and on
many other conference committees. In 1969
he became pastor of Vancouver MB Church.
In 1978 they moved to Paraguay for 7 months
of preaching and teaching. They then retired
to Chilliwack, attending Broadway MB
Church. In 1987 they moved to Clearbrook.
He cared for Agnes and ministered to her and
other patients after she was hospitalized. He
preached occasionally and led Saturday
prayer services at Clearbrook MB Church.
Terminal cancer was found in January, 1991,
but he was uncomplaining and grateful for
his care. Predeceased by 2 grandchildren, he
is mourned by his wife; children Walter,
Ervin, Herta Loewen, Victor, Elma Fiance,
Margaret, Betty Allen and George; 18 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. The
funeral was Apr. 30 in Clearbrook MB
Church, with John E. Klassen, Jacob Pauls
and P.R. Toews ministering.

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Langemann, Nicholas A. (1913-1991)

2021-06-16T21:56:02Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 31 p. 27 Birth date: 1913 text of obituary: <center><h3>NICHOLAS A. LANGEMANN</h3></center> Nicholas A. Langemann of Coaldal..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 31 p. 27

Birth date: 1913

text of obituary:

<center><h3>NICHOLAS A. LANGEMANN</h3></center>

Nicholas A. Langemann of Coaldale, Alta.
passed away Apr. 11. He was born in 1913 in
Gnadenheim, Ukraine. When he was 13, the
family immigrated to a farm in Coaldale. He
married Hilda Rempel in Swalwell, Alta. in
1933. Both were music lovers, and music
remained a distinctive feature of their home.
He was initially a farmer, but later worked
for 2 dairies and an agricultural chemical
company. They lived in Coaldale, Chilliwack,
B.C., Illinois and Winnipeg. He is remembered as one who loved God and served his
church. During his 6 years as caretaker of
Coaldale MB Church, he beautified the
church with numerous trees, shrubs and
flowers. For years he served as an usher in Lakeview MB Church and College Drive
Community Church in Lethbridge, Alta.
Their home provided a safe haven for people
from various ethnic backgrounds, for single
parents with various needs and for new
Christians needing Bible study groups to
grow in. He was a bird lover, a gardener with
an extraordinary commitment to plants and
trees, and a gourmet cook. He is survived by
his wife; children Rita Stobbe, Ralph, Sigrid
Schibler and Helen Masson; 6 grandchildren
and 2 great-grandchildren. The funeral was
in Coaldale MB Church, with Henry Fehr
and Rudy Heidebrecht ministering.

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Penner, Helen Toews (1907-1991)

2021-06-16T20:47:57Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 17 p. 28 Birth date: 1907 text of obituary: <center><h3>HELEN PENNER</h3></center> Helen Penner of Herbert, Sask. passed awa..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 17 p. 28

Birth date: 1907

text of obituary:

<center><h3>HELEN PENNER</h3></center>

Helen Penner of Herbert, Sask. passed away
Mar. 14. She was born Nov. 10, 1907 to Jacob
and Helena Toews. She attended school near
Greenfarm, Sask. and in southern Manitoba,
where her father was a teacher. She accepted
Christ and joined Greenfarm MB Church.
She served faithfully as choir member, ladies'
aid president and a support to her husband
and family. She married George Penner Oct.
23, 1927. They practised hospitality toward
friends, neighbours and particularly visiting
missionaries, speakers and conference delegates. They were farmers all their lives. She
particularly enjoyed tending the garden and
cooking. She made an art of mending and
loved farm animals. She moved to the senior
citizens' home in September, 1983 and to the
nursing home in March, 1988, but she
retained her unique sense of humour and
undaunted faith. Heb. 13:8 was a favourite
verse. Predeceased by her husband, 1 grandson, 1 sister and 1 brother, she is mourned by
her children Norman, Velma Mierau, Jean
Bauer, Melvin, Lorraine Braun and Wes; 14
grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren .
The funeral was Mar. 18 in Herbert MB
Church, with Gene White and Henry Penner
ministering.

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Heppner, Henry M. (1895-1991)

2021-06-16T20:42:21Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 17 p. 28 Birth date: 1895 text of obituary: <center><h3>HENRY M. HEPPNER</h3></center> Henry M. Heppner passed away Mar. 2. ..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 17 p. 28

Birth date: 1895

text of obituary:

<center><h3>HENRY M. HEPPNER</h3></center>

Henry M. Heppner passed away Mar. 2. He
was born Dec. 10, 1895 to Anton and Pauline
Heppner of Laird, Sask. Six months later
they moved to the Springfield School District,
where he grew up. In 1914 he received the
Lord, was baptized and joined Salem
Krimmer MB Church. He married Agatha
Epp Oct. 30, 1917. Her parents moved to
Waldheim, Sask. and the newlyweds stayed
on the farm. In 1960 they joined Waldheim
MB Church. In 1963 they retired from the
farm and moved to Clearbrook, B.C., joining
Clearbrook MB Church. Agatha passed away
June 8, 1972. He married Katherina Born at
Clearbrook MB Church Dec. 10, 1972. In January, 1984 he moved to Tabor Home, later
joined by Katherina. She died in March,
1986. He moved to Valleyview Hospital in
New Westminster, B.C. May 21, 1987 and to
Alouette Extended Care Unit in Maple Ridge,
B.C. June 4, 1990. Predeceased by 4 grandchildren, he is survived by sons Elmer, Art
and Wilfred of Waldheim, Clarence of Maple
Ridge and Harold of Waldheim; daughters
Margret Junkin of Peterborough, Ont.,
Mathilde Thiessen of St. Catharines and
Vonda Bergen of Saskatoon; 26 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren and 1 sister.
The funeral was Mar. 7 at Woodlawn Funeral
Home, with J.E. Klassen and Henry H. Epp
ministering.

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Schroeder, Paul (1905-1991)

2021-06-16T20:33:34Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 17 p. 28 Birth date: 1905 text of obituary: <center><h3>WALLY FINCH</h3></center> Paul Schroeder of Clearbrook, B.C. passed ..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 17 p. 28

Birth date: 1905

text of obituary:

<center><h3>WALLY FINCH</h3></center>

Paul Schroeder of Clearbrook, B.C. passed
away Mar. 8. He was born Jan. 23, 1905 to
Henry and Jakobina Schroeder in Novosiad-
10, Poland. In 1925 he was baptized and
joined the MB church at Wymyschle, Poland.
He married Margarete Jantz Oct. 23, 1932.
In 1939 he was inducted into the Polish army
as a medic. He soon came home but was later
called up as a medic for the German army. In
1946 the family was reunited in Germany. In
1948 they immigrated to Uruguay. He tried
farming. They then moved to Montevideo,
where they served as deacons and house parents in the MB girls' home. He worked as a
bricklayer and Margarete cared for the daily
needs of teachers and students at the Bible
school. They immigrated to Canada July 3,
1956. He worked at several jobs, including for
the Canadian Broadcasting Corp. until retirement. They belonged to Vancouver MB
Church, serving as deacons. When Culloden
MB Church was built, they transferred there.
In 1973 they moved to Clearbrook, joining
Clearbrook MB Church. He loved the Lord
and taught his children to love and serve
God. He is remembered for his prayers of love
to God. He enjoyed retirement, recovering
from 6 operations. He is mourned by his wife;
sons Walter and Herbert; daughter Edith
Neufeld; 12 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren and 1 sister. John Klassen ministered
from Job 19:25-29 at the funeral.

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Finch, Wally (1930-1990)

2021-06-16T20:26:57Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 17 p. 28 Birth date: 1930 text of obituary: <center><h3>WALLY FINCH</h3></center> Wally Finch of Richmond, B.C. passed away ..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 17 p. 28

Birth date: 1930

text of obituary:

<center><h3>WALLY FINCH</h3></center>

Wally Finch of Richmond, B.C. passed away
Nov. 11. He was born May 26, 1930 in Vancouver. He was well over 6 feet tall. His deep
voice intimidated people, but
he was tender and sensitive.
He married Chris in 1959. In
1980 h e joined Alcoholics
Anonymous. His son was
saved through Youth For
Christ and began attending
church. Chris started going to
church with him. Then Wally
started attending Richmond
Bethel MB Church with them. He accepted
Christ and quickly became active in church
life. Soon his 2 daughters and their husbands
also made commitments and started coming
to church. In 1987 the family joined
Fraserview MB Church in Richmond. In
March, 1989 Wally and Chris became a deacon couple. He also sang in the chancel choir.
He suffered a massive heart attack just after
giving the opening prayer at a service for the
elderly in a local care home. He is mourned
by his wife; son Greg of Richmond; daughters
Carol Harke and Barbara Wilson of Richmond; and 2 grandchildren. The funeral was
Nov. 17 in Fraserview MB Church, with
Peter Nikkel and H.K. Harris ministering.

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Haum, Michael Leonard (1975-1991)

2021-06-16T20:15:01Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 17 p. 28 Birth date: 1975 text of obituary: <center><h3>MICHAEL LEONARD HAUM</h3></center> Michael Leonard Haum of St. Willi..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 17 p. 28

Birth date: 1975

text of obituary:

<center><h3>MICHAEL LEONARD HAUM</h3></center>

Michael Leonard Haum of St. Williams, Ont. died Mar. 22. He was born Jan. 7, 1975 to
Leonard Haum and Cheryl Clark. He
attended St. Williams Public
School and Walsingham Public School and was in his second year at Valley Heights
Secondary School. He was a
good student, interested in
attending college or university. On Mar. 22 he collapsed
suddenly due to a cardiac
tumour during physical education class. He attended Port Rowan MB
Church Sunday school, had attended Christian Service Brigade, was a member of the
youth group and had accepted Christ. He
loved skateboarding, snowboarding, collecting baseball cards and spending time with
friends. For the past 2 summers he had
worked at Kauk's cucumber grading station,
where he was admired for his enthusiasm,
hard work and cheery disposition. He is
remembered for his heartwarming smile, positive attitude in all areas and love for teasing
and clowning around. He is mourned by his
father; mother; stepmother Maxine; stepfather Ken; brother Brian; sister Shelley; half
sisters Vicki and Janet Haum; stepsisters
Laura and Jenny Clark; great-grandparents
Peter and Helena Teigrob; grandparents
Ralph and Hilda Suderman and Margaret
Haum; and step grandparents Max and Evelyn Carroll and Harry and Rose Clark. The
funeral was Mar. 24 in Port Rowan MB
Church , with Peter Klassen and Arnie
Neufeld ministering and most of the 215 students and staff of Valley Heights Secondary
School attending.

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Kliewer, Mary (1906-1991)

2021-06-16T20:07:37Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 17 p. 27 Birth date: 1906 text of obituary: <center><h3>MARY KLIEWER</h3></center> Mary Kliewer of Saskatoon passed away Apr..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 17 p. 27

Birth date: 1906

text of obituary:

<center><h3>MARY KLIEWER</h3></center>

Mary Kliewer of Saskatoon passed away Apr.
8. She was born Oct. 31, 1906 to Cornelius
and Agnes Kliewer in Henderson, NB. In fall, 1918 the
family immigrated to Hepburn, Sask., moving to Dalmeny, Sask. a few years later.
She received the Lord at 17,
when Jacob Thiessen held
evangelistic meetings in Dalmeny MB Church. She was
baptized Aug. 17, 1922 by
Jacob Lepp and joined Dalmeny MB Church.
In 1952 she moved to Saskatoon, joining Central MB Church. She was active in the missionary prayer band for many years. In 1974
she moved to Central Haven Personal Care
Home. She loved her friends and is remembered for her special interest in her nieces
and nephews. Predeceased by brothers John.
Peter, Chris and Claus, sisters Ida Schmidt
and Nettie Woodward, 2 nieces and 1 nephew,
she is mourned by her twin sister Martha
Doerksen of Saskatoon and 13 nieces and
nephews. The funeral was Apr. 13 in Central
MB Church, with Arnie Fehderau and R.M.
Baerg ministering.

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Wiebe, David (1910-1991)

2021-06-16T19:59:54Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 17 p. 27 Birth date: 1910 text of obituary: <center><h3>DAVID WIEBE</h3></center> David Wiebe of Tabor Manor, St. Catharines..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 17 p. 27

Birth date: 1910

text of obituary:

<center><h3>DAVID WIEBE</h3></center>

David Wiebe of Tabor Manor, St. Catharines
passed away Mar. 29 at age
80. Predeceased by son James
in 1968 and daughter Mary
Dion in 1987, he is mourned
by his wife Helen; sons John,
Peter, Denis, Ed, David,
Donald and Sam; 19 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren and 1 sister. The funeral
was Apr. 2 in Scott St. MB
Church.

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Friesen, George Robert (1920-1991)

2021-06-16T19:56:20Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 17 p. 27 Birth date: 1920 text of obituary: <center><h3>GEORGE ROBERT FRIESEN</h3></center> George Robert Friesen of Vauxhal..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 17 p. 27

Birth date: 1920

text of obituary:

<center><h3>GEORGE ROBERT FRIESEN</h3></center>

George Robert Friesen of Vauxhall, Alta.
passed away Mar. 29 of cancer. He was born
Aug. 25, 1920 to George and
Maria Friesen in Steinfeld,
southern Russia. In 1926 the
family immigrated to Rosthern, Sask. In his early teens
he accepted Christ at Vacation Bible School. The family
moved to Coaldale, Alta. in
1935 and he began working
on a large sheep ranch. In
1939 the family moved to Vauxhall, Alta. He
was baptized and joined Vauxhall MB
Church in 1939, after having attended a
semester of Bible school in Coaldale. He
worked for a grain farmer until he could buy
his own farm in 1945. He married Katie
Rempel Sept. 29, 1946. He remained on the
farm until his death. His heart for God's work
was expressed through a lifetime of support
for Vauxhall MB Church and the community.
He was on many boards, including the Vauxhall Co-op, Gas Co-op, sugar beet board, vegetable marketing board and stock grazing
association. In the church he was chair of the
deacons council and sang at various functions
and in the choir. He is remembered for his
quiet trust in God, generosity, contentment
and acceptance of others. Predeceased by 1
brother, he is mourned by his wife; children
Esther Friesen of Beaverlodge, Alta .,
Lawrence of Aldergrove, B.C., Dorthy Friesen
of Grande Prairie, Alta. and Allan, Joyce Wall
and George of Vauxhall; 30 grandchildren; 5
sisters and 4 brothers. The funeral was Apr. 1
in Vauxhall MB Church, with Henry Unruh,
Gerhard Reimer and Adam Wiggins ministering.

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Bergen, David Paul (1899-1991)

2021-06-16T19:50:10Z

Lwiebe: Created page with ""Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 17 p. 27 Birth date: 1899 text of obituary: <center><h3>DAVID PAUL BERGEN</h3></center> David Paul Bergen of Clearbrook, B.C..."

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 1991 May 17 p. 27

Birth date: 1899

text of obituary:

<center><h3>DAVID PAUL BERGEN</h3></center>

David Paul Bergen of Clearbrook, B.C.
passed away Mar. 27, at age 91. He was born
to Isaak and Katrina Bergen in southern
Russia. In 1921 the family immigrated to
Saskatchewan, where they began a legacy of
attachment to the land. His innate mechanical abilities gave him many career opportunities. He and his wife Sara were baptized Aug.
22, 1954 and became active members of the
Rosthern (Sask.) Church. He is remembered
as a man of gentleness and quick wit. He only
truly retired when they moved to Clearbrook
in 1985 and joined Clearbrook MB Church.
He could not often attend church because of
his health, but attended Bible studies and
song services in Evergreen Village and made
many friends. He longed to go home and be
with his Lord. Predeceased by a sister and 2
brothers, he is mourned by his wife of 56
years; daughter Lillian Dyck of Port Alberni,
B.C.; son Dallas of Calgary; and 3 grandchildren. The funeral was Apr. 2 in Clearbrook
MB Church, with John E. Klassen and Jacob
Pauls ministering.

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