Quiring, Jerry Jimmie (1936-2000)

Mennonite Brethren Herald Obituary: 2000 Aug 11 p. 29

Birth date: 1936 Oct 26

text of obituary:

JERRY JIMMIE QUIRING

Jerry Jimmie Quiring of Regina passed away June 10. He was born Oct. 26, 1936 to Cornelius and Annie Quiring in Lucky Lake, Sask. In his youth, he accepted Christ during evangelistic services held in Lucky Lake. At 19, he began working for various farmers in the area. He also worked for the municipality after taking a heavy machinery operations course in Regina. In Regina, he worked for IPSCO, the city, Allied Van Lines, Phoenix Transport and Kissner Transport. In recent years, he worked for Ray Dueck and the potato plant in Lucky Lake. He liked horses, cars, going to horse shows and auctions and country gospel music. He was active in choir, youth group and leading singing in church. He often provided transportation for those needing rides. He married Ruby April 23, 1977. He appreciated family and was interested in the lives of his nephews and nieces. He is remembered for his hospitality, willingness to help others and ardent prayers for those who were in spiritual and physical need. Although at times he spoke with a stutter, his verbal prayers were eloquent and stutter-free. He often mowed lawns, rototilled gardens, helped in household moves and lent out his tools, truck and energy. He enjoyed serving at West Bank Bible Camp, where he spent his last 3 weeks. Ginger, a border collie, was a faithful friend. He is mourned by Ruby; and 2 brothers. The funeral was June 14 in Parliament Community Church, Regina, with Philip Gunther ministering.