Wall, Bernard J. (1920-2000)

Mennonite Brethren Herald obituary: 2000 Sep 8 p. 29

Birth date: 1920 Nov 2

text of obituary:

BERNARD J. WALL

Bernard "Ben" J. Wall of Lethbridge, Alta. passed away June 8. He was born Nov. 2, 1920 in Kurt-Itschki, Crimea, Russia. In 1930 the family fled to Canada, settling near Coaldale/Readymade, Alta. Ben married Katie Nikkel Apr. 29, 1945. They farmed in the area. In 1965 they moved to Lethbridge, where he and his father-in-law leased land from the Blood Indian Reserve to farm. Ben retired from farming in 1980. He lived life to the fullest. His greatest joy was his children, grandchildren and great-grandson. Predeceased by 1 sister and 2 brothers, he is mourned by Katie; children Clarence, Barb Penner, Kathy Regehr and Bernadine Fleckney; 8 grandchildren; 1 great-grandson; 3 sisters and 4 brothers. The memorial service was held June 12 in Lakeview Bible Church, Lethbridge, with A.J. Poettcker ministering.