Braun, Peter (1909-2001)

'Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2001 Sep 28 p. 29

Birth date: 1909 Oct 1

text of obituary:

PETER BRAUN

Peter Braun of Virgil, Ont. passed away July 12. He was born Oct. 1, 1909 to Abram and Aganetha Braun in Einlage, Ukraine. He lost his father when he was 10. His mother was unable to provide for 7 children, and Peter was sent to a neighbouring village to work, but ran away because he was badly treated. His aunt Tina in Einlage took him in, where he worked for his food. In 1930 they relocated to higher ground due to flooding because of the construction of the Dneper Dam. He worked his way up to manager of the horse barn on a collective. Here he met widow Frieda Janzen, who was the bookkeeper. Their wedding plans were interrupted by the war; they married in Hunteburg, Germany in 1946. He became father to her 2 children. In 1948 they moved to Paraguay, where they both were baptized and enjoyed the freedom to worship with other believers. Two daughters were born. In 1956 they immigrated to Canada. He became a licensed plumber. They joined Virgil MB Church. He retired in 1975 and devoted much time to Bible study and prayer. He remained steadfast in his faith despite struggles and mounting health problems. He is mourned by children Franz, Helena Janzen, Elfrieda Wall and Hedwig Braun; 9 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. The funeral was July 17 in Cornerstone Community Church, Virgil, with George Wichert and Victor Loewen ministering.