Koop Katherine Dyck (1927-2006)

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2006 Sep 22 p. 26

Birth date: 1927 Jul 16

text of obituary:

KATHERINE KOOP

Katherine Koop died May 1. She was born Aug. 18, 1927 near Mull- ingar, Sask. to Abram and Aganeta Dyck. At 10, she moved with her family to Ontario. They attended Vineland MB Church where Katherine was later baptized and became a member. She loved and served Jesus all her life, teaching Sunday school and singing in the choir. She met Werner Koop and, in 1954, they were married. Kay and Werner had a special partnership, operating a farm and raising 5 children. Their home was a place of welcome, complete with love, laughter, and a table of baked goodies. Kay had a way of making everyone feel comfortable. She enjoyed her grandchildren and was an encouragement to many. She is mourned by Werner; children Lau- rena (Donald) Kroeker, Donna, Douglas (Karen), Joanne (Dan) Voth, and Rachel (Randy) Sawatzky; 11 grandchildren. The memorial service was May 5 at Vineland (Ont.) MB Church.