Trinke, John Waldo (1914-2004)

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2004 Feb 27 p. 28

Birth date: 1914 Jul 29

text of obituary:

JOHN WALDO TRINKE

John Waldo Trinke died Jan. 5. He was born July 29, 1914 to John J. and Margaret Trinke. He grew up on the farm and attended Rosenbach (Man.) School. He accepted Jesus and was baptized in his youth. He married Margaret Born Nov. 14, 1935. He loved farming and worked hard. He served on several community boards. He enjoyed travelling, camping, playing games, and found beauty in all things. He was active in the church. Predeceased by Margaret, 1 brother and 1 great-granddaughter, he is mourned by daughters Maq Dozois, Beatrice Reimer, Phyllis Funk; son John; 9 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; 1 sister. The funeral was Jan. l0 in Winkler (Man.) MB Church.