Editing Funk, Anna Driediger (1926-1978)

''Mennonite Brethren Herald'' obituary: 1978 May 26 p. 31

Birth date: 1926 Dec 01

text of obituary:

<center><h3>MRS. ANNA FUNK</h3></center>


Anna Funk, of Coaldale, Alta., was born
to Abram and Aganetha Driediger on December 1, 1926, in Alexanderwohl, Russia.
She underwent much hardship and heartache during World War II. In 1941 her
father was among those in her village who
were forcefully evacuated, and she never saw
him again. In 1943 her family, along with
other German people in the area, were
evacuated to Poland before the retreating
German army. Anna continued her education
in Poland , but with the Russian advances
these studies were abruptly terminated, and
she fled westward.
At the close of the war material and
spiritual aid was sent to the needy in the war
torn area. It was at this time that Anna '
responded to God's call and received personal salvation.
In 1948 Anna and her mother emigrated to
Canada, and made Coaldale their home.
Anna had the opportunity to attend Bible
school in Coaldale for one winter, enriching
her spiritual life. In .
1949 she married
John Funk, and
three daughters
and two sons were
born to them, all of
whom have accepted Christ as Saviour.
Anna was an industrious worker,
and enjoyed good
health until 1971,
at which time she
underwent surgery. The operation was successful, and her time on earth was extended,
for which the family thanked the Lord.
However, two years ago she developed a
persistent cough, and in 1976 it was discovered that she had lung cancer. Many
treatments followed , but in spite of this she
expressed a cheerful attitude and trust in her
God. The family stood beside her, praying,
trusting and expecting with her. She was
called home on March 14, at the age of 51.
Her repeated, "I love you my Jesus," was
her last spoken testimony of devotion to her
Lord.
Anna expressed her deep feelings in poetry,
was very creative and loved children. She
worked as a German school teacher and
assisted with VBS in the surrounding areas.
She was a member of the Willing Helpers
Ladies Club, and loved beauty, giving much
care to lawn and flowers.
She will be deeply missed by her husband
John; daughter (Mrs.) Margaret Brown and
her husband Daryl of Coaldale, Alta.; daugh·
ter (Mrs.) Nettie Wiens and her husband
Henry of Winnipeg; son John of Calgary and
Jake at home; her mother; a brother Jacob
in Russia; and many other relatives and
friends. She was pre-deceased by a daughter
Elsie, who died in infancy, and her father,
who passed away in Russia.

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