Reimer Peter J. (1922-2002)

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2002 Jun 21 p.26

Birth date: 1922 Oct 8

text of obituary:

PETER J. REIMER

Peter John Reimer of Killarney, Man. passed away Mar. 5 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born Oct. 8, 1922 to Johann and Katharina Reimer in Blumenort, Siberia. In 1926 the family immigrated to Boissevain, Man. He farmed with his father until 1956, when he bought his own farm. He continued to farm for another 23 years. He became adept in repairing and rebuilding vehicles and machines, completely restoring 2 John Deere tractors, and taught himself electrical wiring, plumbing and welding. He worked as a mechanic at Southem Motors in Boissevain and John Deere Farm Equipment in Killarney, Man. In 1981 he began his own small engine repair business. He accepted Christ as a young man, was baptized and joined Boissevain MB Church, later transferring to Killarney MB Church. He was an usher and served on church committees. He read his Bible faithfully each morning, reading it through several times. He married Kay Duerksen of Killarney Nov. 3, 1979. They enjoyed snowmobiling, bowling, golfing and travel to Europe, Hawaii, Mexico and Alaska. In retirement, they wintered in Texas for 9 years, making many friends here. He was a kind, gentle, quiet person who loved children and "adopted" the grandchildren of others. Predeceased by 2 brothers and a sister, he is mourned by Kay; 1 brother and 3 sisters. The funeral was Mar. 9 in Lakeview Community Church, Killarney, with Dan Stobbe and John Duerksen Jr. ministering.