Warkentin, David E. (1930-2005)

"Mennonite Brethren Herald obituary: 2005 Feb 25 p. 28

Birth date: 1930 Oct 17

text of obituary:

DAVID E. WARKENTIN

David Warkentin died in January. He was born Oct. 17, 1930 in Hep- burn, Sask. to William and Susie Warkentin. Church was at the centre of family life, and he in- vited Christ into his life at 10, after an evangelis - tic meeting and talking with his mother. The family moved to Virgil, Ont. in 1940. He married Eunice Gossen in 1950 . In 1953, he began med - ical school in Toronto, leading a disciplined stu - dent life that included a morning milk route, school and time with the children. He loved medicine, opening a medical practice at Agin- court Clinic in 1960. The accidental death of his son produced a lifelong tender spot within David . He enjoyed wood, building 3 of his own houses, and also loved to sing , both informally and in groups. He was committed to the church and missions, serving on the board of AEF and at Pioneer Camp as camp doctor. He was gener- ous, a problem solver, and devoted to his family. Predeceased by son Bruce, he is mourned by Eu- nice; daughter Sandra White; son s David, Brent, and Brian; 7 grandchildren; 6 siblings . The fu - neral was Jan. 17 at Faith Baptist Church, Huntsville, with Darrell Baker ministing.