Editing Gossen, Mary (1920-2004)

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2004 Apr 30 p. 29

Birth date: 1920 Sep 1 

text of obituary:

<center><h3>MARY GOSSEN</h3></center>

Mary Gossen died Feb.
5. She was born Sept.
1, 1920 in Petrovka,
Russia to John and An-
nie Gossen . In 1925
the family immigrated
to Mexico, then in
1926 to Morden, Man.
They moved to Nelson,
B.C, and in 1930 to
Yarrow, B.C She was
not healthy but helped with farm chores. In
winter she embroidered tablecloths, pillow-
cases and tea towels. She lived with her
mother until her mother's death in 1968. She
lived in Tabor Home, Clearbrook for 25 years.
In 1997 she was transferred to Menno Hospi-
tal in Abbotsford. She enjoyed reading the
MB Herald and the Mennonitische Rundschau,
doing puzzles, and playing Bingo and Skip-
Bo. She had a great reverence for God and
found comfort in her relationship with Jesus .
She was a member of Clearbrook MB Church.
Predeceased by 2 brothers in infancy, broth-
ers Jacob and Henry; sisters Annie and Betty,
she is mourned by sisters Margaret, Agnes, 3
nieces, 3 nephews. The memorial service was
held in her sister's home.

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