Bartsch, George (1926-2005)

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2005 Apr 8 p. 28

Birth date: 1926 Jul 17

text of obituary:

GEORGE BARTSCH

George Bartsch died Feb. 10. He was born July 17, 1926 in Hague, Sask. to Henry and Aganetha Bartsch. At 4 he contracted polio which left him paralyzed in his legs and right side of his body. He maintained a positive outlook on life. He was not able to finish high school because of his handicap. At 20, the family moved to Abbotsford, attending West Abbotsford Mennonite Church. He became a Christian at 21. He became a watchmaker, opening a small shop in Clearbrook. In 1955 he married Susan Isaak. They were founding members of Prairie Chapel, a church plant. In 1974 they joined Central Heights MB Church. He was known as an honest and respected businessman and exhibited his faith in Christ through his actions. He retired in 1992 and was a member of the Clearbrook Golden Age Society, serving on various committees, including the tour committee. Predeceased by 1 brother, he is mourned by Susan; sons Ken of Abbotsford, Randal of Langley and Cris of Vancouver; daughters Lynette of Los Angeles and Joan Godard of Hepburn, Sask; 6 grandchildren; 6 sisters; 2 brothers. The funeral was Feb. 15 in Central Heights Church with Chris Douglas and Nick Dyck ministering.