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Thiessen, Nettie Neudorf (1934-2005)
"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2005 Jun 10 p. 28
Birth date: 1934 Aug 17
text of obituary:
NETTIE THIESSEN
Nettie Thiessen died Mar. 19. She was born Aug. 17, 1934 in Osterwick, Ukraine. She immigrated to Canada in 1948. She was baptized, joining Coaldale Mennonite Church June 1, 1952. She married Arthur Thiessen in 1955, and in 1960 they moved to Seven Persons, Alta. to farm. In 1969 they moved to Medicine Hat, Alta. They helped establish the Mennonite church in Seven Persons and later served in Crestwood MB Church, Medicine Hat. Her profound love and compassion exemplified the peace and love that God provides. Her deepest desire was to serve her Saviour and be faithful. She encouraged others with handmade notes and home-cooked meals. She prayed faithfully. Predeceased by infant sister Margaret, she is mourned by Arthur; daughters Linda Fenrick and Anita Schlenker of Seven Persons; sons Ron and Randy of Calgary; 6 grandchildren; 1 brother. The funeral was Mar. 24 in Crestwood MB Church with Jim Miller ministering.