Quiring, Marie (Mathilda) Friesen (1917-2000)

Mennonite Brethren Herald obituary: 2000 Mar 31 p. 27

Birth date: 1917 Aug 1

text of obituary:

MARIE QUIRING

Marie Quiring of Winnipeg passed away Feb. 11, after a prolonged illness. Born the youngest of a large family, she grew up on a farm near Hepburn, Sask. Her outlook on life was forged by hard work, hard times and a strong faith in God. These enabled her to overcome obstacles through effort and a unique sense of humour. She married John Quiring Oct. 15, 1944. They farmed 4 years in Saskatchewan and 5 years in Ontario, then spent 4 years in Winnipeg while John prepared for the ministry. She was a major source of encouragement to John as he pastored churches, first for 2 years in Aberdeen, Sask., then for 6 years in Portage la Prairie, Man. They settled in Winnipeg in 1965. In 1967 she began a 16-year career in health care, working as an aide and activity assistant at Park Manor and Bethania Nursing Homes. She lovingly supported her children, sacrificed her own needs for others, was practical and thrifty and had a desire to serve others, whether feeding dinner guests at home or caring for nursing home residents. She enjoyed fellowship at Elmwood MB Church in Winnipeg. During her last 5 years of declining health, John and others cared for her at home. Predeceased by all 14 brothers and sisters, she is mourned by John; son Ken; daughter Myrna Klassen; and 5 grandchildren. The funeral was Feb. 15 in Elmwood MB Church, with Keith Poysti and Jake Pauls ministering.