Peters, Aron (1918-2000)

Mennonite Brethren Herald obituary: 2000 Aug 11 p. 29

Birth date: 1918 Aug 10

text of obituary:

ARON PETERS

Aron Peters of Abbotsford, B.C. passed away May 20 of cirrhosis of the liver due to tainted blood. He was born Aug. 10, 1918 to Issaak and Helena Klassen in Suvorovka, Orenburg, Russia. His adoptive parents were Bernhard and Katherina Peters. He was baptized Aug. 2, 1936 in Glenbush, Sask. He was a long-time member of Central Heights MB Church in Abbotsford. He married Helena Reinke June 14, 1942. She died in 1995. His passions were Christ, his family and broiler farming. Predeceased by 10 siblings, he is mourned by children Ken, Richard, Bob, Gerry and Lovella; 12 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; 1 sister and 1 brother. The memorial service was held May 25 in Central Heights MB Church, with Christopher Douglas ministering.