Kroeker, John G. (1921-2004)

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary:

Birth date: 1921 Jul 25

Text of obituary:

JOHN C. KROEKER

John G. Kroeker died May 20. He was born July 25, 1921 in Terek, Russia to George and Agnes Kroeker. The family immigrated to Alexander, Man. in 1925. In 1939 he accepted the Lord and was baptized at Griswold (Man.) MB Church. The family moved to Justice, Man. in 1940. He married Anne June 19, 1943. He was a self-taught appliance repairman for Eatons and Sears in Winnipeg. In 1978 they moved to a farm near Minnedosa, Man., attending Justice MB Church, then in 1991 to Brandon, Man. John enjoyed Bible studies, church attendance, videotaping and audio recordings. He was committed to His Lord and the church. Predeceased by son Ed, 2 sisters, 1 brother and infant son John, 1 granddaughter; 1 great-granddaughter, he is mourned by Anne; sons John, Richard, Dave; daughters Julie, Carol, Ev; 1 sister. The funeral was May 24 in Richmond Park MB Church, Brandon.