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Mennonite Brethren Herald obituary: 2000 Mar 3 p. 27
Birth date: 1937 Nov 23
text of obituary:
EDWARD BAERG
Edward Baerg, formerly of Virgil, Ont., passed away Oct. 30. He was born Nov. 23, 1937 to Jacob and Nettie Baerg in Bassano, Alta. The family later settled on a fruit farm near Niagara, Ont. From birth, Ed had some unique challenges but faced them with character and courage. At 16, he accepted Christ and was baptized, joining Virgil MB Church. Despite a great deal of physical pain, he rarely complained. He made a significant contribution on the farm. Although he had only one hand, he could pick cherries as fast as the other pickers - while whistling or singing his favourite songs. He earned a diploma in mechanical drafting from the Institute of Technology in London,Ont. He worked for Feratti Packers of St. Catharines, Ont., and then for General Electric for 34 years. His work was marked by integrity, excellence and loyalty. He loved to travel with his sister Elly and Ernie Dyck and brother Albert. In 1998 he experienced health problems from which he never recovered. He lost the desire and enthusiasm to fellowship with God's people. Still, he maintained his trust in the Lord and passed away peacefully with the assurance that he was accepted and forgiven. He is mourned by his mother of Tabor Manor, St. Catharines; 1 sister and 1 brother. The funeral was Nov. 3 in Cornerstone Community Church, Virgil, with Ben Falk ministering.