Obituaries - July 2011 - full obituaries in The Carillon
HENRY GRANT SHAW

On July 3, 2011, with his wife by his side, (Henry) Grant Shaw of Mitchell, Manitoba lost his long and courageous battle with colon cancer.

Grant was predeceased by his son Cory, parents Bernard and Zelma, brother Ronald, brother-in-law Morris Wiwchar, nephew Alan Wiwchar, in-laws Melvin Boroos and Mavis Glennen.

He will be dearly missed by his loving family- wife Teresa, sisters Jean Wiwchar and Sharon (Bob) Oliver, sister-in-law Pat Shaw (partner Greg), brother-in-law Tom Boroos (Zeny), nephews Daniel Wiwchar and sons Matthew and Michael, Robert Wiwchar (Donna), Tracy Wiwchar (Cathy), Craig Oliver and daughter Annika, nieces Meghan Oliver, Nancy Brunelle (John) and daughters Kirsten and Gillian, Audra Fosty (Greg) and twins Owen and Alec, Dayna Styve (Darren) and boys Decker, Grayson and Griffin.

A memorial service for Grant will be held on July 8th at Birchwood Funeral Chapel, 150 Penfeld Drive Steinbach, MB at 11:00 a.m. Cremation will have taken place and interment of the ashes will take place privately at another time.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the CancerCare Foundation of Manitoba, 1109 – 675 McDermot Ave.; Wpg., MB R3E 0V9.

Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030
EDOUARD J. LEBRUN

Suddenly in the early morning hours of July 3, 2011, Ed left this world to join his wife, Denise and son, Guy.

Ed was born on March 15, 1948 in St. Boniface but spent most of his life near Ste. Anne, MB where he and Denise raised their children and operated a successful dairy farm. They participated in the Winnipeg Ball Room dancing scene for many years until Denise’s untimely passing in 2000.

Ed then obtained his Class I license, driving transport truck for several firms doing long hauls to the USA and shorter hauls within Canada. On one of these trips he met Sue in Portage Ia Prairie and they were married in 2008.

After their marriage, Ed and Sue moved to Bearpaw Estates near Grand Beach where Ed put his many talents to work building them a new home with a little help from family and friends - the “Chalet LeBrun”. There he enjoyed a circle of friends whom he very much treasured. Some of their winter months were spent at their place in Donna, Texas.

Ed worked very hard most of his life but had a great sense of fun which will be missed by sons Edmond, wife Melanie, grandkids Riley and Kalan, Ed Jr., wife Annette, grandkids Natasha and Vincent, Robert and grandkids Zoe and Luc and their mother Angie, daughter Micheline and grandkids, Bradley, James and Dawn: wife Sue and much loved puppies, Tango and Cash.

At Ed’s request there will be no formal funeral and a private graveside service will be held in the near future.

Via Con Dios Eddie - Go with God.

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ELIZABETH HIEBERT

Elizabeth Hiebert, 94, of Steinbach passed away at the Bethesda Hospital on Thursday, July 7, 2011.

She is survived by two daughters, four sons and their families. She was predeceased by her husband Jacob F. Hiebert, one daughter, one son-in-law and one grandson.

Viewing will be held at Birchwood Funeral Chapel on Monday, July 11 at 7:00 p.m. with a devotional at 7:30 p.m. The funeral service will be held Tuesday, July 12 at 2:00 p.m. at the Word of Life Mission Church, 233 Third St. S, Niverville. Interment at the Hiebert Heritage Cemetery, Niverville.

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ESTHER GERBRANDT

Esther Gerbrandt, 76, of Steinbach passed away at the Bethesda Hospital on Saturday, July 9, 2011.

She is survived by 8 daughters, one son and their families; four sisters and five brothers. She was predeceased by her husband Peter in 2003, two daughters and two sons.

Viewing will be held at Birchwood Funeral Chapel in Steinbach on Tuesday, July 12 at 7:00 p.m. with a devotional at 7:30 p.m. The funeral service will be held Wednesday, July 13 at 11:00 a.m. at the Chortitzer Mennonite Church 479 Hanover, Steinbach with interment at the Silberfeld CMC Cemetery.

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MADELINE M. DEFOORT

On Saturday, July 9, 2011 in the early hours, Madeline M. DeFoort, 92, passed away in her sleep in Giroux, MB. She was predeceased by her husband Joe DeFoort who passed away September 2, 2002. She will be greatly missed by her three children, eight grandchildren, nine great grandchildren and five great great grandchildren. A private family ceremony is to be held.

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ERDMAN DYCK
1911 – 2011

Friday, July 9, 2011 at 10:20 a.m., Erdman Dyck passed away at the age of 100 years and four months while in St. Pierre Hospital.  He was born April 8, 1911 near Altona, Manitoba. 

Ed was predeceased by his parents, Abe & Nellie Dyck, of Morden; his first wife, Edythe; four brothers & six sisters.

He leaves to mourn his loving wife- Annie, three sons – Herman (Carol), Tony (Annette), & Elvin, seven daughters – Evelyn (Doug) Bailey, Eva (Richard) White, Pat (Don) Brekkus, Bernice (Jim) Friesen, Doctor Irene Smolik, Iris (Walter) Janzen, & Ivy (Mervin) Friesen and their families. Memories of Erdman will be cherished by many grandchildren, great grandchildren, & great, great grandchildren.

Erdman’s funeral will take place Wednesday, August 3, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at Niverville Community Fellowship with interment at Hespeler Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Canadian Foodgrains Bank, 400 – 280 Smith Street; Winnipeg, MB   R3C 1K2

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ETHEL BARKMAN
May 23, 1937 – July 10, 2011

It is with sadness we announce the passing of Ethel Julia Barkman, on July 10, 2011, in Red Deer, AB., at the age of 74.

She is survived by her daughters Janice McKinnon and Terri Brigden.

She was predeceased by her parents Nick and Julia Barkman.

The funeral service will be held Saturday, July 16, 2011, at 2:00 p.m., at Birchwood Funeral Chapel, 150 Penfeld Drive, Steinbach, MB, with interment in Kleefeld, MB.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a “no kill” animal shelter of your choice.

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LINDA JOY SCHROEDER
(Nee Wilson)

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Linda Joy Schroeder, on Tuesday, July 12, 2011 in Winnipeg following a six-month battle with cancer.

Left to cherish Linda's memory is her mother, Coral Wilson; brother Doug Wilson (Helen); sisters Pat Luders (Len), Les Clampitt (Ted), Barb Rutley (Byron); her Manitoba family, son-in law Jerry Schroeder (Liz); daughter-in-law Wendy Heire (Paul); grandchildren Morgan, Emeryson, Jessica and Kyle, Brian Schroeder (Chan),Martha Reimer (John), Ester Schroeder, Ken Schroeder (Ann), Sharon Mueller (Raymond), John Schroeder (Lise), Henry Schroeder (Kim), Phil Schroeder (Margaret); many nieces and nephews; as well as many wonderful friends who will miss her. She was predeceased by her father, Bill Wilson and her loving husband, Les Schroeder.

A private family Celebration of Linda's Life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Linda's memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 193 Sherbrook Street, Winnipeg, MB R3C 2B7 or the charity of your choice.

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GEORGE TRUDEAU
August 13, 1930 - July 11, 2011

After a lengthy, courageous battle with cancer, our beloved father, grandfather and uncle, passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family at his bedside, at the Villa Youville in Ste Anne, MB.

George was predeceased by his parents Alfred and Melina Trudeau; eight brothers and six sisters; two grandchildren, Justin in 1990 and Jocelyn Vincent in 2001. George is survived by his two sisters, Rosilia and Rose and one brother, Raymond; brothers and sisters-in-law, cousins, nieces and nephews, too numerous to mention.

He will be fondly remembered by his loving wife, our mother, Mary Jane and his eight children, Maurice (Jeannine), Jeannine (Jerry), Yvonne, "Mon St" Laurent (Judy), Romeo (Karen), Claude (Monique), Cecile (Allen), "Bebe" Simone (Donald), also 19 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, seven great-great-grandchildren, numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at Green Acres on Thursday, July 14, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. Cremation has taken place, a private internment will take place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to CancerCare MB at 675 McDermot and also the Steinbach Community Cancer Program, Box 939, Steinbach, R5G 1A3.
KENNETH MYRON MALENKO
1960-2011

On Thursday, July 14, 2011, Kenneth Myron Malenko, aged 50 years, passed away unexpectedly near Carman, MB.

Ken leaves to cherish his memory, wife Crystal, daughter Claire, sister Marilyn (Jeffrey) Thompson, nieces Jaylyn and Reegan; three brothers, Barry; Allan (Joanne); Bob (Wilma), niece Dana, and nephew Garrett; mother-in-law and father-in-law Helen and Theodore Denhard; sister-in-law Lynn (Garth) Perrin; nephews Steven and Brent; numerous relative and friends. Ken was predeceased by his parents John and Dorothy.

Prayers will be said on Wednesday, July 20 at 7:30 p.m. at Birchwood Funeral Chapel, 150 Penfeld Dr, Steinbach MB. Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, July 21 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Elias Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Sirko MB. Interment will follow in the parish cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, if friends so desire, donations may be made to a trust fund for Claire at the Community Credit Union, Vita branch.

Vichnaya Pamyat

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JACK PROKIPCHUK

Jack Prokipchuk, aged 95 passed away peacefully on July 14, 2011 at the Emerson Personal Care Home.

Jack was never married nor had any children. He came from a family of ten children; Mike, Metro, Bill, Steve, Mary, Annie, Lena, and Doris; all deceased. Only surviving sister is Katie Arseny (Paul) from Emerson who both never missed a day visiting him in the care home. He leaves in mourning his closest sister Katie and Paul Arseny of Emerson, niece Audrey (Ralph) and Tyler Burgess of Calgary; nephew Wayne Arseny of Emerson and his children, Braeden and Tatiana; Cara (Didier) Mammosier of Besancon, France and many other nieces and nephews.

Prayers were said on Sunday, July 17, 7:00 p.m. at the Vita Funeral Home. Funeral Service was held on Monday at 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment took place in the Vita Orthodox Cemetery to follow.

Vita Funeral Home Vita, Manitoba In Care of Arrangements. 
VICTOR JACOB HIEBERT
1926 - 2011

Victor Jacob Hiebert of Niverville passed away peacefully on July 16 at the age of 87 years.

He will be greatly missed by his loving wife Susan and his children; Carolee and husband Ken Neufeld of Winnipeg, Shirlee Ojah and partner Larry Jacques of Calgary, Les and wife Wendy in Asia, Murray and wife Debbie of Otterburne, Ray Duhamel and wife Cindy in British Columbia; He also leaves 15 grandchildren and 32 great-grandchildren, all of whom he adored and he was much loved by them.

Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 21 at the Niverville Word of Life Church, 233 –3rd St. S at 5th Ave, followed by interment at the Hespeler Cemetery and a reception at the church.

If friends so desire donations may be made to Niverville Youth for Christ, Box 897, Niverville, MB R0A 1E0

Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030
THERESE TURCOTTE
April 15, 1946 – July 17, 2011

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Marie Therese Turcotte, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.

Left to cherish her memory are her sons Don Rondeau (Diana) and John Rondeau (Denise); sisters Gean Trashsel, Evelyne Abgrald, Lucille Patneaud, Rose Henrie (Lionel), Louise Clark (John); brother Otto Turcotte; grandchildren Skyler, Cecilia, and Sandra, as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends. She was predeceased by her loving husband Ron Desjardins, her parents and 8 siblings.

A memorial service will be held at Birchwood Funeral Chapel in Steinbach on Saturday, July 23, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. As per Mom’s request, cremation has taken place.

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HELEN GIESBRECHT
1913 - 2011

On Monday, July 18, 2011, Helen Giesbrecht peacefully went to be with her Lord.

Left to cherish Helen’s memory are her children: Elma (Frank), Irene, Viola (Heinz), Larry (Marianne), Dennis (Sandy); her grandchildren: Candice, Erin (Derrick), Bain, Alexandra (Bernhard), Fritz, Jeff (Margaret)and Kathy(Ivan).great grandchildren: Jennifer, Kai, Lukas, Sarah, Danika, Jayna, Grace, Spencer, Isabella, and Stefan. Helen is also survived by nine sisters and one brother. Helen was predeceased by her loving husband of 60-years, Jake, in 1995.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 23 at 11:00 a.m. at Emmanuel Evangelical Free Church, 360 McKenzie Ave., Steinbach MB.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the MS Society of Canada/Manitoba, 100-1465 Buffalo Place, Winnipeg, MB R3T 1L8 or to New Tribes Mission of Canada, P.O. 707 Durham, Ontario N0G 1R0 (Attention: Merrill & Teresa Dyck).

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ALBERT DRIEDGER

Albert Driedger, 75, of Grunthal, MB passed away Monday, July 18, 2011 at the St. Pierre Hospital. He is survived by his wife Mary (nee Penner), four daughters, on son and their families as well as by two sisters and three brothers.

Viewing will be held at the Steinbach Mennonite Church, 345 Loewen Blvd. on Thursday, July 21 at 7:00 with a devotional at 7:30 p.m.

The funeral service will be held Friday, July 22, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. also at the Steinbach Mennonite Church with interment at the Grunthal Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Menno Home Foundation, Box 280; Grunthal, MB R0A 0R0

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MIKE BUGERA
November 9, 1940-July 19, 2011

In the early morning hours of Tuesday July 19, 2011, Mike Walter Bugera, 70, passed away at Bethesda Hospital in Steinbach.

He is survived by his wife Marian, sons Christopher and Curtis (Sheryle) Dawydiuk and their families. Predeceased by, his parents, brothers, Peter & Nick.

Funeral service will be held Saturday, July 23, 2011 at 9:30 a.m. at Birchwood Funeral Chapel in Steinbach MB with interment at St. Nicholas Cemetery, Arbakka.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Nicholas Cemetery Fund (Arbakka, MB); c/o Box 22 Vita, MB R0A 2K0.

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ALLAN WAYNE DUECK

Peacefully, on July 19, 2011, with his family by his side, Allan Wayne Dueck passed away at the Bethesda Hospital, Steinbach, Manitoba.

He is survived by his loving wife Shirley; children: Chrystal and Brent Unrau with grandchildren Brett, Tyler, and Mason; Shyla and Graeme Annett with grandchildren Seth, Shayden, Kieren, and Kayla; his mother Erna Dueck; step-children: Vanessa and Dean Van Overbeke, with grandchildren Luke, Carlee, Abby and Nikki; Shawna Sorge; Jeremy and Rachel Guo and granddaughter Jemma; Kiera Guo; Stephanie Labossiere and granddaughter Josée.

He is also survived by his siblings: Leo and Pam Dueck, Dennis and Marlene Dueck, Gordon (Linda – deceased), Dueck, Delores and Perry Moldowan, Reg and Debbie Dueck; and Shirley’s siblings: Linda and Wilf Hiebert, Jim and Suzanna Scott, Jason and Ardele Harper, Illa and Luc St. Godard, Therin and Rhonda Harper, and Leslie Scott (deceased).

The funeral servicewill be held Monday, July 25, 2011, at 2:00 p.m. at the Evangelical Mennonite Church, 422 Main St., Steinbach, MB, with ash interment at Heritage Cemetery at a later date. Viewing will be at Birchwood Funeral Chapel on Sunday, July 24, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. with a devotional at 7:30 p.m. and at the church prior to the service.

If friends so desire, donations may be made to CancerCare Manitoba, Room ON109 – 675 McDermot Ave.; Wpg., MB R3E 0V9

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LÉONA DANSEREAU
nee Fournier

A much loved aunt, Léona Dansereau was called to her heavenly home on July 19, 2011, at the age of 92, at the River East Personal Care Home, Winnipeg, MB.

She leaves to mourn nieces and nephews: Emile/Cecile Fournier, Anita/Hubert Bouchard, Cecile/Mike Dyck, Gérard Fournier, Fernand/Evelyn Fournier, Marjolaine/Germain Rocan, Paulette/Brian Fournier Jones, Robert Fournier, René Elaine/Chartier, Louis/Donna Chartier, Léo Fournier, Hubert/Lynda Fournier, and many great nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her husband Roland Dansereau in 1973; her father Joseph Fournier; mother Eva Gagnon; brothers Gustave, Albert, Noël; sisters Cecile and Josephine, sisters-in-law Alice (Verrier) Fournier, Jeanne (Rocan) Fournier; and niece Ida (Fournier) Payment.

The memorial service will be held at Saint Joachim Catholic Church in LaBroquerie, MB, on Thursday, July 28, at 11:00 a.m. In accordance with Leona’s wishes, cremation has taken place. No flowers by request. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

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KATHARINE FEHR (nee Fehr)
1942 - 2011

Early on July 23, 2011 at the age of 68 years, 6 months, and 29 days, our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend was released of her earthly duties and welcomed into her heavenly home.

Katharine was born December 25, 1942 in Winkler, Manitoba and she married Diedrich Fehr September 10, 1961 at the age of 18 years. They spent nearly 50 years together and had many plans for their future. Katharine made a great impact on the lives of all she knew, especially her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

She is survived by her loving husband, Diedrich Fehr and 3 children, Katherine (Jacob) Wolfe, Susie Toews, and Richard (Susan) Fehr, one daughter-in-law, Joanne Fehr-Fast, 13 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, 8 brothers and 6 sisters.

She was predeceased by her parents, Gerhard (1981) and Maria Fehr (2011) and son, Bernhard Fehr (1995).

Funeral service will be held on Wednesday July 27, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at Winkler Sommerfeld Mennonite Church and interment followed at Westridge Memorial Gardens.

If friends so desire, donations may be made in Katherine’s memory to the Gideon Memorial Bible Plan.

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MINOLA KROEKER (nee Eidse)
February 28, 1937 – July 23, 2011

Minola Kroeker went home to be with her precious Lord and Savior on Saturday, July 23, 2011, at the age of 74 years.  She passed away peacefully with her family at her side at the Steinbach Bethesda Hospital.

Minola married Peter F. Kroeker on August 12, 1962.  She is survived by her husband Peter, two daughters, Gailene (Michael) Rauser, Lorraine, one son, David (Freda), and one grandson, Jamieson Rauser.  She was predeceased by one daughter, Lorna May in infancy and one daughter, Brenda in 2008.

The funeral service will be held on July 27, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. At the Evangelical Mennonite Church, 440 Main Street, Steinbach with interment at Heritage Cemetery.  Viewing will be at Birchwood Funeral Chapel on Tuesday, July 26, 2011, at 7:00 p.m. with a devotional at 7:30 p.m., and at the church prior to the service.

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OLGA TOPNIK
(1912-2011)

Olga was predeceased by her siblings and by her husband Harry in 1991. Olga was born in Steinbach, MB on February 14, 1912 to Henry and Barbara Kreutzer. She was the third youngest with six brothers and two sisters. She married Harry Topnik in 1935. Harry was a teacher and together they lived in Pleasant Valley, Hochfeld, Hochstadt, Seaton, Houston and Springstein before moving to Winnipeg in 1965. In 1996, Olga moved to Kirkhoff Gardens, St. Vital,MB and in 2003, to Garrison Woods Manor in Calgary, AB. Her last two years were spent in the Southwood Care Centre.

Throughout her long and healthy life, Olga found greatest joy and pride in the achievements of all members of her family. She is survived and held dear by her children: Ken (Diane), Brian (Ellie), June (Bernie Mazur), and Carol (late James Darrah); her grandchildren, Troy, Jason, Greg, Matthew, James, Christine, Mark, Carlene; and precious great-grandchildren, Gavin, Keith, Portia, Alicia, Keira, Georgia, James, Maximos and Shelby. She also leaves two sisters-in-law to mourn and many nieces and nephews, who loved and respected her.

Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated on Thursday, August 4th, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at Messiah Lutheran Church, 400 Rouge Rd., Winnipeg with Rev. Don Engel officiating. Interment at Chapel Lawn, 4000 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, with reception to follow.

CHARLES JOHN FRIESEN
July 25, 1959 – July 27, 2011

Chuck was raised on the farm, faithfully attended church and developed a personal relationship with Christ Jesus at a young age. He was involved in Pleasant Valley EMC in many ways, and especially enjoyed preaching. His last sermon was delivered June 26, 2011.

Chuck attended S.B.C., T.W.U. in B.C., and T.E.D.S in Chicago, Illinois, and formed lasting relationships as friends and mentors with Harvey Plett from S.B.C., and Harold Faw from T.W.U. Chuck continued to study at Providence College & Seminary this past winter. One of Chuck’s passions was Greek, another was his studies. He translated the gospel of John from Greek to English at least once and wrote many papers for personal challenge. The more he studied, the more he became sure of his faith in Christ.

In the summer of 2009, Chuck was diagnosed with colon cancer. Together with Julia, Chuck sought God’s healing both physically and emotionally, and he never lost faith in the love and grace of Christ. In fact, Chuck’s faith continued to grow stronger as his focus on Jesus became clearer. On Wednesday, July 27, while held in the arms of his beloved wife, Julia, Chuck entered Heaven’s Glory, and left his ailing body behind. He finished STRONG.

Thank you to Dr. Fraser of Morris Hospital and Dr Menzies of Boundary Trails Health Center, as well as all the nursing & medical staff, for their wonderful care. Thank you to friends and family for your love and support.

Psalm 149:4 “For the Lord takes pleasure in his people; He will beautify the afflicted ones with salvation.”
BILL FEHR

Bill J. Fehr, 50, of the Ste. Anne area, passed away Saturday, July 30, 2011, at his residence. 

He is survived by his parents Bill & Susan Fehr of Zhoda, MB, his daughters Jessica, Kristin, and Jennifer Fehr, Amanda Marcoux, Aline, the mother of his girls, three brothers: George (Brenda), Henry, John (Diane); sister Diane and their families.

The funeral will take place Thursday, August 4, at 10:30 a.m., at the Cornerstone Bible Church, 290 First Street, Steinbach, MB, with interment at the Blumenfeld Cemetery at approximately 4:00 p.m.

Donations may be made to the The Bethesda Foundation – Cancer Care, 316 Henry St., Steinbach, MB R5G 0P9.

Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 1-204-346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030
GERTRUDE WIEBE
1913 - 2011

Gertrude Wiebe, age 98, of Grunthal, went to be with her Lord & Saviour on July 31, 2011 at Bethesda Hospital in Steinbach. 

Gertrude (nee Wiens) was born on July 8, 1913 in Pansy, MB.  On July 18, 1931 in Krongad in a barn lean-to (near Grunthal.) Gertrude became the wife to Abram F. Wiebe.  Abram died in 2002 after 71 years of marriage.  A true pioneer, she lived through some very hard times. 

Our beautiful mother will be sadly missed by her children, Martha (Dan), Gertie, Henry (Judy), Helen (Abe), Abe (Lucille), 20 grandchildren, 51 great-grandchildren, 27 great- great- grandchildren, as well as her brother Corney (Mary) and numerous nieces and nephews.

The funeral service will take place Thursday, August 4, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at Birchwood Funeral Chapel, Steinbach,  with viewing prior to the service.  Interment will take place at Heritage Cemetery, Steinbach, MB. 

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Menno Home Foundation, Box 280 Grunthal, MB, R0A 0R0.

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