Willms, Peter John (1932-2005)

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2005 Jul 22 p. 28

Birth date: 1932 Apr 25

text of obituary:

PETER JOHN WILLMS

June 2. He was born Apr. 25, 1932 in Hep- ~=--h"'" burn, Sask. to John and Helena Willms. Church life was important to the family and Peter accepted Christ at 11. The family moved to B.C. in 1945. He at- tended Columbia Bible College, then Vancouver Normal School. He taught at Fraser Lake, B.C., then moved to Clearbrook, B.C. He married Sue Quiring Dec. 27, 1955. He was principal in several el- ementary schools, He was known for his in- tegrity and calm leadership. In 1969 he com- pleted his Bachelor of Education degree at UBC. After retirement he taught in Nigeria and Paraguay, and developed the ESL pro- gram at Central Heights Church, Abbotsford . He was an avid woodworker and home ren- ovator. He never complained despite his pain, nor did he feel disappointment in God. His courage, strength and faith were evident. He is mourned by Sue; son Ivan; daughters Cheryl and Rhonda.