Schoenke, Helen Justina (1932-2005)

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2005 Nov 4 p. 28

Birth date: 1932 Aug 16

text of obituary:

HELEN JUSTINA SCHOENKE

Helen Schoenke died july 8. She was born Aug . 16, 1932 to john and Elisabeth Schoenke in Hespeler, Ont. Grow- ing up in a small church, Helen attended Sunday school, played the piano for congregational singing and attended girls' club. She was bap - tized as a teenager and became a devoted mem- ber of Kitchener MB Church . Helen became a successful kindergarten teacher and for 30 years influenced the lives of many young children through he r dedication and skill. Family and friends were a priority for Helen. She cared for her aging parents. She had a zest for living, fam- ily gatherings, visiting, celebrating milestones and travelling . Predeceased by 1 sister and 1 brother, she is mourned by sister Marlene (Bill); 3 nieces and 1 nephew and their families.