Peters, Rueben Roy (1930-2005)

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2006 Mar 17 p. 27

Birth date: 1930 Mar 17

text of obituary:

RUEBEN ROY PETERS

Reuben Roy Peters died peacefully Nov. 28. He was born June 18, 1930 to Henry and Helena Peters in Hepburn, Sask. He came to faith in Jesus Christ at a young age and followed the Lord's leading in baptism and membership at the Hepburn MB Church. He attended Briercrest Bible Institute, receiving his diploma in 1954. On July 28, 1957 he married Lydia Zacharias. In 1960, Rueben and his brother took over the Hepburn Transport business. In 1967 he moved his family to Meadow Lake where he farmed until his retirement. Rueben's deepseated faith in God permeated his entire life. He committed himself to lay ministry in the local church and the Gideon ministry. In 1997, Rueben suffered a serious stroke that limited his activity. Predeceased by 2 brothers; 2 sisters; he is mourned by Lydia; children Clare (Kristine) and Dean (Treena); 5 grandchildren; 4 sisters; 3 brothers. The funeral was Dec. 2 at Hepburn (Sask.) MB Church.