Reimer, Katherine (1910-2005)

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2006 Jun 30 p. 17

Birth date: 1910 Jun 18

text of obituary:

KATHERINE REIMER

Katherine Reimer died Dec. 3, 2005. She was born June 18, 1910 to Jacob and Gertrude Reimer in Rueckenau, Ukraine. Her mother died when she was 10. The family immigrated to Kitchener, Ont. in 1924 and then moved to Steinbach, Man. Katherine studied in Toronto, graduated as a registered nurse in 1938, and worked at various seniors homes and hospitals. Upon retirement, she moved to Abbotsford, B.C. and joined Bakerview MB Church. Her later years were spent at Tabor Home. Katherine loved singing with those who visited her, including her son Bill Stewart and his wife Joanne Nelson, and granddaughter Karen. Katherine inspired many, served all, and loved Jesus. The funeral was Dec. 9, 2005 at Bakerview MB Church.