Peters, Kay Penner (1927-2007)

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2007 Oct p. 30

Birth date: 1927 May 4

text of obituary:

(TINA) KAY PETERS

(Tina) Kay Peters died peacefully July 27. She was born May 4, 1927 in Burwalde, Man. to John and Sara Penner. At 17, Kay became a Christian at a revival meeting and was baptized later that year. After completing grade 10, she worked in Winnipeg and then returned to Winkler. She married Peter Peters on June 23, 1946. They spent 18 years in Winnipeg, where Kay worked as a housekeeper. They attended Elmwood MB Church, where Kay taught Sunday school, worked on the food committee, and participat- ed in Ladies Aide. In 1967, Kay and Peter moved to Abbotsford, where Kay worked at Tabor Home. She enjoyed her work and retired after 25 years. In Abbotsford, Kay and Peter became members of Bakerview MB Church, where Kay taught Sunday school and served on the food committee. In retirement, Kay enjoyed walking, reading, visiting with friends and family, and volunteering at MCC and the Golden Age Society. Four years ago, Kay began losing her ability to walk. She was eventually confined to a wheelchair and bed. Predeceased by Peter; 2 brothers; 1 sister; she is mourned by her 4 children and their spouses; 9 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; siblings. The funeral was at Bakerview MB Church, Abbotsford, B.C.