Loewen, Edward J. (1910-2001)

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2002 Jan 11 p. 24

Birth date: 1910 Feb 18

text of obituary:

EDWARD J. LOEWEN

Edward J. Loewen of Swift Current, Sask. passed away Nov. 23, after suffering his 2nd heart attack. He was born Feb. 18, 1910 at Marion, S.D. In September 1910 the family moved to Ernfold, Sask. In July 1930, under the ministry of Frank Wiens, he committed his life to Christ. He was baptized and joined Gnadenau MB Church in August 1930. He married Nettie Goosen of Main Centre, Sask. Aug. 1, 1936. They farmed near Ernfold. In 1974 they moved to Swift Current. He served the Lord in the local church throughout his life. He and Nettie were deacons for 44 years. He was treasurer of Gnadenau MB Church for 20 years, was a board member of Herbert Heritage Manor for 15 years, served as an usher, taught Sunday school and was a lay pastor and church leader. He enjoyed working in construction for a number of years. He then became custodian at Bridgeway Community Church, Swift Current, until failing eyesight forced him to retire. He is remembered for his unfailing optimism. He loved people and saw goodness in everyone, encouraging them by his words and life to grow closer to God. He lived each day with gentle strength in obedience to the God he loved. Predeceased by 1 child in 1941, he is mourned by Nettie; children lona Wiebe, Ginny Voth, Ruth Friesen and Ted: 14 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. The funeral was Nov. 26 in Bridgeway Community Church, with Cliff Janzen ministering.