Thiessen, Agatha (1917-2006)

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2006 May 19 p. 27

Birth date: 1917 Jan 11

text of obituary:

AGATHA THIESSEN

Agatha Thiessen died Feb. 22 at age 89. She was born Jan. 11, 1917 in Russia to Jacob and Justina Thiessen. The family moved to Al - berta in 1924, farming in various locations. In 1937, they moved to a fruit farm in Jordan Station, Ont. Upon her con- fession of faith, Agatha was baptized and joined the Vineland MB Church. Agatha did housework for families in St. Catha rines, studied to become a RNA, was employed in a doctor's office, and worked at the Hotel Dieu Hospital. In 1969, she moved to Toronto to be a nurse and companion for Mr. and Mrs. Carmichael until their deaths. She then returned to Jordan Station to relax and tend her gardens. Every Tuesday for the last 27 years of her life, she worked at the Christian Benefit Shop, making her last appearance 9 days before her death. Predeceased by 2 broth- ers; 3 sisters; she is mourned by brothers Peter and Abe; many nieces, nephews, and friends. The memorial service was Feb. 25 at Vineland MB Church.