Dueck, Sara Janzen (1909-2007)

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2007 Oct p. 29

Birth date: 1909 Nov 5

text of obituary:

SARA DUECK

Sara Dueck died June 28 at age 97. She was born Nov. 5, 1909 in Wiesenfeld, Russia to Johann and Sara Janzen. In 1925 the family immigrated to Canada, settling in Altona, Man. They later moved to Lena, Man., where Sara married Jacob Wiebe in 1932. They farmed in the area until Jacob died in a farming accident in 1939. In 1940, Sara married Henry Dueck and moved to Newton, Man., where they farmed for 33 years. They retired to Winnipeg in 1973. Sara moved into Donwood Manor personal care home in 2005, where she spent her last years. Sara became a Christian at 18 and was baptized, joining Lena MB Church. Worship, prayer, and Bible reading were important to her. Sara modelled a spirit of gratitude and contentment, and she had the gift of hospitality. She enjoyed quilting, crocheting, and knitting. Predeceased by first husband Jacob; second husband Henry in 1999; son William; grandson Josh; 1 sister; 2 brothers; she is mourned by children Sadie (Peter) Klassen; Elfrieda (James) Nikkel, Jake (Eleanor), Esther (Jake) Durksen, and Mary (Ted) Goossen; 1 daughter-in-law; 20 grandchildren; 38 great-grandchildren. The memorial service was July 5 at Portage Avenue MB Church, Winnipeg.