Dyck, Katie Toews (1910-2001)

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2001 Sep 14 p. 24

Birth date: 1910 Aug 18

text of obituary:

KATIE DYCK

Katie Dyck of Winnipeg passed away May 12. She was born Aug. 18, 1910 to Frank and Katherine Toews in Slavgorod, Russia. In 1926 the family immigrated to Arnaud, Man., then settled near Portage la Prairie, Man. To help pay the travel debt, she worked in Winnipeg as a domestic. Her selfless nature was firmly rooted in those early years. She accepted Christ as a young girl and was baptized in 1929 by C.N. Hiebert. She attended North End MB Church and sang in the choir. She enjoyed the company of Christian women at the Mary Martha Home. In 1931 she attended Winkler (Man,) Bible School, but was only able to attend one year because of her mother's illness. In 1934 she married David Dyck of Newton, Man. Her mother died the day before the wedding. They made their home near Newton. Katie often said, "I just love my family." She helped on the farm and was a devoted pastor's wife to David, who pastored Newton MB Church. She was a skilled homemaker and gardener, with a lovely yard, a large garden and a beautifully decorated dining table. Travelling ministers, missionaries, Bible school friends and family were impressed by her ability to deliver delicious meals at a moment's notice without apparent frustration or fatigue. In 1974 they retired to Winnipeg, allowing her more time for family, friends and the mission causes she had faithfully supported. She was a tireless worker, but slowed down after suffering a stroke in 1995. She spent her last months at Donwood Manor, brightening it with her beautiful smile and cheerful personality. She is remembered as a woman of grace, beauty, strong faith and tender nature. Predeceased by 4 brothers, she is mourned by David; children Harold of Abbotsford, B.C., Arnold of Oakville, Man., Abe of Port Rowan, Ont., Frank of White Rock, B.C., Alice Epp of St. Norbert, Man. and Lois of Winkler; 12 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchiIdren. The funeral was May 16 in Portage Ave. MB Church, Winnipeg, with Abe Konrad and John Klassen ministering.