Rempel, Abram Henry (1920-2001)

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2001 Sep 28 p. 27

Birth date: 1920 Jul 8

text of obituary:

ABRAM HENRY REMPEL

Abram Henry Rempel of Calgary passed away June 10. He was born July 8, 1920 to Henry H. and Maria Rempel in Orloff, Russia. The family came to Canada in 1926, settling in Winkler, Man. In 1936 they moved to Vauxhall, Alta. to farm. He accepted Christ at 16, was baptized by his father and joined Vauxhall MB Church. He served the Lord gladly. He attended Bible school in Vauxhall and La Glace, Alta. During World War II, he performed alternative service, then returned to Vauxhall and bought a farm . He married Catherine Esau May 5, 1946. They farmed in Vauxhall. In 1953 they moved to Calgary. They raised 6 children, 4 of whom were adopted. They loved children and opened their home to foster children for 13 years. He owned his own trucking business and worked in various warehouse positions. He was one of the founders and leaders of Highland MB Church, which formed in 1956. For 9 years, he was responsible for Gospel Light Mission in east Calgary, where he enjoyed counselling and encouraging the congregation. In retirement, he continued working in various positions. In 1989 they moved to Three Hills, Alta. They enjoyed fellowship at Linden (Alta.) MB Church. They returned to Calgary and Highland in 1992. He dedicated his life to others and encouraged and counselled many people. Predeceased by Catherine in 1997, a daughter, 3 sisters and 3 brothers, he is mourned by children Emily Klassen, Garry, Albert, Sharon and Doreen; 9 grandchildren; 6 sisters and 5 brothers. The funeral was June 14 in Highland MB Church, with Harry Heidebrecht ministering.