Riediger, Peter (1932-2001)

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2001 Jul 13 p. 24

Birth date: 1932 Oct 19

text of obituary:

PETER RIEDIGER

Peter Riediger of Chilliwack, B.C passed away June 3 after a 7-year battle with 3 types of cancer. He was born Oct. 19, 1932 to Aron and Justina Riediger in Blumenort, Sask. In 1945 the family moved to a dairy farm in Popkum, B.C Part of this land later became Minter Gardens, where he liked to walk every Sunday. Because of his deep, personal faith in Christ from age 19 on, he had a great love for the church, serving countless hours in various programs such as teaching Sunday school, operating the P.A. system and serving on the church board. He was part-time custodian at Chilliwack Central MB Church for 20 years. He loved to serve the community and helped with blood donor clinics for over 10 years. In 1953 he married Irene Toews; theirs became a very close family. He loved sports; they attended hundreds of local hockey and fastball/ baseball games over the last 30-40 years. He loved to cook, garden and assist Irene in cleaning around the house. Predeceased by 2 infant siblings, he is mourned by Irene; children Les of Fort St. John, B.C, Carol of Chilliwack and Brian of Chilliwack; 2 grandchildren; 5 sisters and 1 brother. A memorial service was held June 7 at Chilliwack Central MB Church, with Adam Wiggins, Les Riediger and Mike Froese ministering.