Regier, Susanna Pauls (1910-2006)

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2006 Apr 7 p. 27

Birth date: 1910 Feb 17

text of obituary:

SUSANNA "SUSIE" REGIER

Susie (nee Pauls) Regier died Feb. 11. She was born Feb. 17, 1910 in Reinfeld, Russia. Her family immigrated to Canada in 1923, settling on a farm in Herbert, Sask. Her memories of life in Russia played a large part in the Regier-Pauls family history. She married John Regier in Nov. 1930, sharing a double wedding with her sister Agnes. The couple farmed until their retirement in 1972. Susie was a member of the Herbert MB Church and served in the ladies aid group. Her faith in God was an integral part of her life and never wavered. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a great cook and gracious hostess. She loved to garden, crochet, quilt, and travel, and was able to visit her homeland, Russia, twice. Susie was a gentle, loving, hard-working woman who was proud of her family and a friend to many. Predeceased by John in 1979; 1 daughter; 6 siblings; she is mourned by sons John (Tiena), Abe (Elaine), Ron (Wendy); daughter Gwen (John) Martens; 15 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren. The funeral was Feb. 16 at Herbert MB Church.