Hinz, Abram (1911-2002)

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2002 Mar 22 p. 23

Birth date: 1911 Aug 14

text of obituary:

ABRAM HINZ

Abram Hinz of Waldheim, Sask. passed away Jan . 30. He was born Aug . 14, 1911 to August and Mary Hinz at Hepburn, Sask. He accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized in Hepburn MB Church. He married Justina Kroeker Oct. 18, 1942. They farmed near Hepburn and attended Brotherfield MB Church. In 1967 they sold the farm and moved to Waldheim. In retirement, he enjoyed fishing with friends, golfing, curling, bowling, playing pool at the seniors' centre, riding bike, playing guitar and listening to music. He displayed strength, determination and courage in his 4-year battle with cancer. His faith in the Lord never wavered. He had a quiet, gentle spirit and was a committed Christian, believing he was saved by grace and transformed by the power of the Holy Spirit. His favourite verses were Is. 55:6-7. Predeceased by 4 brothers and 6 sisters, he is mourned by Justina; son Arden; daughters Doreen Lind and Norma Mudd; 11 grandchildren; 13 great-gr ndchildren; and 4 sisters . The funeral was Feb. 2 in Waldheim MB Church, with Clarence Peters ministering.