Warkentin Abraham Peter (1910-2002)

"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2003 Feb 7 p. 18

Birth date: 1910 Nov 4

text of obituary:

ABRAHAM PETER WARKENTIN

Abraham Peter Warkentin passed away Nov. 24. He was born Nov. 4, 1910 to Peter and Judith Warkentin in Osler, Sask. They bought a farm in Silberfeld, Sask. in 1911. He accepted Jesus at 19. He was baptized Aug. 24, 1930 and joined Waldheim MB Church. In 1939 he moved to LaGlace, Alta. He married Gertrude Siebert July 17, 1941. They farmed near La Glace. In 1945, with Gertrude's parents, they moved to B.C.'s Fraser Valley, buying 4 acres in Greendale. They lost their belongings in the 1948 flood, but he found courage in the song "Turn your eyes upon Jesus" left on the floor of the house. In 1949 they moved to a dairy farm, eventually buying it. They were members of Greendale MB Church; he served on the balloting committee, was assistant treasurer and was church janitor for several years. In 1973 they sold the farm. He enjoyed his workshop and looked after his house, lawn and garden until age 90. His faith never wavered. He was committed to reading the Bible and praying for those around him, and cared deeply about his family. Predeceased by 4 brothers, 2 sisters and 2 grandchildren, he is mourned by Gertrude, children Ken, Judy Filmer and Paul; 6 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; 1 brother and 2 sisters. The memorial service was Nov. 30 in Greendale MB Church, with Reg Toews ministering.