Wiebe, Ed (1928-2005)

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2005 Sep 23 p.27

Birth date: 1928 Oct 2

text of obituary:

ED WIEBE

Ed Wiebe died July 26. He was born Oct. 2, 1928 in Randolph, Man. He was a truck driver, mechanic, and long distance dispatcher for Penner International. After retirement he worked on his hobbies, including repairing and restoring antique trucks and motorcycles, and designing and building a prototype snow-plane. He enjoyed cross-country skiing and breakfast out. He acknowledged Christ as Saviour and was baptized at 26. This was a real turning point for him. He was usher at the church and personal devotions were an important part of his daily routine. He prayed for his family, missionaries and current events. Predeceased by his first wife Bernice, grandson Kyle, 1 sister, he is mourned by Eleanor (Bergman), his wife of 33 1/2 years, daughter Carmelle Recksiedler; sons Darian, Riley, Jared, Jason; 11 grandchildren; 6 brothers; 4 sisters. The funeral was July 30 in Steinbach MB Church with Abe Klassen ministering.