Neufeldt, Henry (1909-2001)

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2001 Oct 26 p. 24

Birth date: 1909 Apr 5

text of obituary:

HENRY NEUFELDT

Mary Elsie Baerg passed away june 28 at Buchanan Lodge in New Westminster, B.C. She was born Sept. 16, 1912 to john and Elizabeth Hinz in Laird, Sask., the 6th of 9 children. She attended Rosthern (Sask.) Academy, where she met Samuel Baerg. They married july 26, 1934 in Laird. They were both baptized Aug. 1, 1936, joining Laird MB Church. In 1947 they moved to Surrey, B.C. and joined Kennedy Heights MB Church. In 1981 they moved to Abbotsford, B.C. and joined Bakerview MB Church. In retirement, they travelled frequently and wintered in Mesa, Ariz. Here she enjoyed a healthy church and social life, sang in the choir, painted and made new friends. Samuel died june 25, 1992. She lived in her own home until 1997, then moved to a care home. She is remembered for her generosity, sense of humour and industriousness. She always encouraged family togetherness. Her deepest desire was for her children and grandchildren to have a personal relationship with Christ. She is mourned by daughters janice Goertz of New Westminster, Claire Peters of Abbotsford and Marilyn Peters of Burnaby, B.C.; sons Dale and Bradley, both of Abbotsford; 13 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and 1 brother. A memorial service was held at Bakerview MB Church, with Ross Johnston ministering.