Schindel, Theodore (1912-2001)

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2001 Dec 21 p. 22

Birth date: 1912 Aug 9

text of obituary:

THEODORE SCHINDLE

Theodore (Ted) Schindel of Swift Current, Sask. passed away Nov. 5. He was born Aug. 9, 1912 to Daniel and Katherine Schindel on a farm near Rush Lake, Sask. After grade 8, he worked with his father on the farm. He loved music and joined the Turnhill (Sask.) Church choir. Here he met Luella Cornelson. They married Apr. 11, 1937. They farmed, raised their children and lived in Main Centre, Sask. In 1972 they moved to Swift Current, where they remained active in farming. In 1983 they built their dream home, and retired. Luella moved to Palliser Care Centre in 1996. He joined her in 1998. He loved the Lord and served Him faithfully in church; for many years he was Sunday school treasurer. He sang in male quartets, small groups and choirs. He was active in the community and could be counted on to help friends and neighbours. He was a founding member of the Riverside Grazing Cooperative. He worked diligently on the farm, raising cattle and working the land, and found satisfaction in a job done well. In later years, he found joy in growing flowers, which he freely shared with others. He and Luella enjoyed working side by side, and found in God the strength to endure many trials. He loved to spend time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He knew each one's favourite treat and always had a supply on hand. He exemplified Eph. 5:25 and was devoted to Luella, who remained his sweetheart to the end. Luella died in February 2001. He desired to join her in glory. Predeceased by Luella, daughter Caroline, son Granville, 1 brother and 3 sisters, he is mourned by 6 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters and 1 brother. The funeral was Nov. 14 in Bridgeway Community Church, Swift Current, with Cliff Janzen ministering.