Voth John J. (1906-2005)

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2005 Nov 4 p. 26

Birth date: 1906 May 17

text of obituary:

JOHN J. VOTH

John Voth died April 27, just short of his 99th birthday. He was born May 17, 1906 in Greenfarm, Sask. to Johann and Sarah Voth. He grew up in a musical family and enjoyed singing in the church choir, especially after he met his future wife Mary Andres. They married Oct. 1928 and enjoyed 75 years together. John was a farmer at heart, but also ventured into business, including an International Harvester dealership, a hardware store, service stations, and a plumbing and heating shop. In his retirement, he enjoyed woodworking and travel. He taught his children the importance of church attendance, Bible reading and prayer. Predeceased by Mary; sons Victor and Harry; 1 daughter-in-law; 1 son-in-law; 1 grandson; 1 great-grandson; he is mourned by sons Abe (Lynn), Bill (Mary Ann), Wesley (Norlaine), and Lorne (Judy); daughter Elsie Peterson; daughters-in-law Dorothy and Carol; 17 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; 1 sister. The funeral was April 30 at Herbert (Sask.) MB church.