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MELVIN GLEN THOMPSON
Melvin Glen Thompson was born on Apr. 1, 1939 in Steinbach, MB. He passed away on Tuesday, June 12, 2012 at the Atikokan General Hospital with family by his side.
Funeral services were held on Saturday, June 16 at 1 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church in Atikokan, ON. Pastor Keith Blom officiated with interment to follow at a later date.
All his family and friends were his honorary pallbearers.
ANNA LOEWEN
Anna Loewen, 88, of Grunthal, MB passed away at the Menno Home for the Aged on Wednesday, June 13, 2012.
She is survived by three daughters, three sons and their families as well as by three sisters and one brother.
She was predeceased by her first husband Bernard Unrau, second husband Peter Loewen, one son in infancy and one stepson.
Viewing will be held at Birchwood Funeral Chapel in Steinbach on Sunday, June 17 at 7:00 p.m. with a devotional at 7:30 p.m. and at the church prior to the service.
The funeral service will be held Monday, June 18 at 2:00 p.m. at the Sommerfeld Mennonite Church in New Bothwell with interment at the church cemetery.
Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030.
CASSIDY BOSC
Tragically, on June 13th, 2012 Cassidy Bosc (née Brown) passed away as a result of a car accident at the tender age of 21. She leaves to mourn her loving husband Julien, her parents Selma and James Brown, her brother Seaver, and her grandparents Wilhelm and Helen Unrau and Arthur and Nettie Brown. She also leaves to mourn her parents-in-law Julienne and Paul Bosc, and sisters-in-law Jacinte (Matt) and Chanelle (Pat). Cassidy will also be mourned by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and her many friends. Cassidy was loved by everyone she touched and enjoyed life to the fullest. She was caring and loving. Forgiving came easily to her. She will be missed dearly.
Funeral service was held Monday, June 18th at 1:30 p.m. at Word of Life Church in Niverville. Donations in memory of Cassidy may be made to D’Arcy’s A.R.C., 730B Century Street, Winnipeg, MB R3H 0M1
Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030.
EVELYN GIESBRECHT
Evelyn Giesbrecht, 83, of Steinbach, formerly of Landmark, passed away Wednesday June 13, 2012 at the Bethesda Hospital, Steinbach, MB.
She is survived by her husband, Daniel Giesbrecht, two children, son James (Tannis) of Landmark, son Rod (Christa) of Winnipeg, daughter-in-law Sylvia of Landmark; as well as 9 grandchildren, Josh (Nicole), Dan (Jacqui), Kristy (Donavon), David, Paul (Samantha), Mark, Adam, Chloe, Jade; and 5 great-grandchildren, Nathanael, Tucker, Masyn, Alexander, Jude.
She was predeceased by her son Brian in 1999 and her grand-daughter Erin in 2010.
Funeral service for Evelyn Giesbrecht will be held Tuesday, June 19at 2:00 p.m. at the Prairie Rose Evangelical Mennonite Church, Landmark, MB, with interment at the church cemetery. Viewing will be at the church prior to the service, and on Monday, June 18, at 7:00 pm with a devotional at 7:30 p.m. at Birchwood Funeral Chapel, 150 Penfeld Drive, Steinbach.
Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030.
MARTHA PENNER
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Martha Jane Penner, at the age of 68, on June 14, 2012, at her residence.
She leaves to mourn her passing her husband Russel Penner, their four sons, Darren and Gloria, Curt and Crystal, Terry and Bev, Dwayne and Jenn and their grandchildren Nicole, Daniel, Shannon, Melissa, Mackenzie and Jillian. She also leaves to mourn her mother Olga Penner, Winnipeg, MB, brothers Calvin (Ruth), Winkler, MB, Henry (Sally) Isle of Wight, UK, sisters Leona Penner, Edmonton, AB, and Viola (Clay) Bilous, Winnipeg, MB, sister-in-law Ann Penner, Winnipeg, MB, and a special aunt, Louise Klassen. She also leaves to mourn Russel's family, many nieces, nephews and friends.
The funeral service will be held Tuesday, June 19 at 2:00 p.m. at the Ridgewood EMC Church, with interment at the church cemetery.
In lieu of flowers a donation may be made to Southeast Helping Hands.
Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030.
ERIN KATHLEEN GERBRANDT (nee Van Camp)
Erin was a real special woman. She had old–fashioned values; family was number one in her life. She had a husband (Buddy) that loved her dearly, and two beautiful daughters, Rhianna and Rachel, that loved her with both their little hearts. Having a husband and kids meant the world to Erin. The girls and I will forever miss her, and that hole missing in our lives will never be filled. Erin always talked about her immediate family; her mother Shaunalee, her Dad Kelley and his wife Karen, her brothers Jason and Triston. She had a wonderful relationship with her sister-in-law Alissa (they were like sisters) and to Aunt April who referred to Erin as being the daughter she never had. She had a special place in her heart for my Mom (Marlene) and my brother (Sonny, Tisk-Tisk) and for all the extended Gerbrandt family. She especially loved to razz Uncle George and Dane and was close to Uncle John and Aunt Sandra.
The funeral service was held Wednesday, June 20 at Southland Community Church in Steinbach. A memorial service for Erin will follow in Colorado.
Donations in memory of Erin may be made to the Gerbrandt Family Trust Fund at the Steinbach Credit Union or to the Jake Epp Library.
Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030.
JACOB H. NEUFELD
Jacob H. Neufeld, 88, of Steinbach, passed away at Bethesda Hospital on Friday, June 15. 2012. He is survived by five daughters and one son. He was predeceased by his wife Margaretha and one granddaughter. A viewing will be held at Birchwood Funeral Chapel in Steinbach on Wednesday, June 20 at 7:00 p.m. His funeral will be Thursday, June 21 at 2:00 p.m. also at Birchwood Funeral Chapel. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the Silberfeld Chortitizer Mennonite Church Building Fund or to Soup's On Soup Kitchen.
Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030.
MARIA PETERS
Maria Peters, age 92, of Steinbach, formerly of New Bothwell, passed away on Friday, June 15, 2012 at the Bethesda Hospital in Steinbach.
She is survived by three daughters, one son and their families. She was predeceased by her husband, George D. Peters, one brother and one grandson.
There will be a viewing at the Silberfeld Chortitzer Mennonite Church on Tuesday, June 19 at 7:00 p.m. with a devotional at 7:30 p.m.
The funeral service for Maria Peters will take place on Wednesday, June 20 at 2:00 p.m. at the Steinbach Chortitzer Mennonite Church, 479 Hanover Street, Steinbach, MB. Burial will take place at the Silberfeld Chortitzer Mennonite Church Cemetery.
Donations may be made to the Silberfeld Chortitzer Mennonite Church Building Fund in lieu of flowers.
Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030.
MATTHEW GRAYDON
June 17, 1927 - June 17, 2012
Dad is survived by his wife Bernice (French) of 66 years. Children Cliff (Rose) John (Cindy) Marjorie (Mike Stepaniuk) Don (Gerogie) Gordon (Joanne) 13 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.sisters in law, Jean Khean, Gwen (Brian Nichols) and many nieces and nephews.
Dad was predeceased by his parents George and Feron by his brothers Robert, Glynn and his sister Agnes Coffman.Grandson John Graydon,brothers in law Wallace, Thomas, Ken and Vaughan French and Alfred Coffman.Sisters in law Dorothy Solnes, Norma Forbes, Joan Noonan, Hazel Graydon and EallieneGraydon.
Funeral service will be held June 22, 2012 at 2 P.M. at the Green Ridge United Church, Green Ridge, MB. Interment to follow at the Green Ridge Cemetery.
Arrangements entrusted to Green Acres Funeral Home and Cemetery • (204) 222-3241
FRANCES WARKENTIN
Frances Warkentin (nee Penner) of Steinbach, Manitoba, formerly of Hyas, Saskatchewan passed away Tuesday, June 19, 2012 at Maplewood Manor
She is survived by three daughters, three sons, seven sisters, three brothers and their families. She was predeceased by her husband Ed, her parents, one brother and three sisters.
Viewing will be held at Birchwood Funeral Chapel in Steinbach on Thursday, June 21 at 7:00 p.m. with a devotional at 7:30 p.m. and at the church prior to the service.
The funeral service will be held at the North Star Mennonite Church, Norquay, SK with interment at the church cemetery.
In lieu of flowers donations in memory of Frances may be made to Maplewood Manor, 284 Loewen Blvd, Steinbach, MB R5G 1K3
Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030.
JACOB WALLMAN
Jacob J. Wallman, 86, of Steinbach, passed away Thursday, June 21, 2012 at Bethesda Place.
He is survived by his wife Frieda, one daughter, one son, one sister, one brother and their families. He was predeceased by one daughter in infancy, one sister and one brother.
The funeral will be held Monday, June 25 at 11:00 a.m. at Steinbach Mennonite Church, 345 Loewen Blvd., with interment to follow at Heritage Cemetery. Viewing will be at the church prior to the service.
If friends so desire, donations in Jacob’s memory may be made to MCC, 134 Plaza Drive, Winnipeg, MB, R3T 5K9.
Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030.
EVA HIEBERT
Eva Hiebert, 82, of Steinbach, MB formerly of Paraguay, passed away Friday, June 22, 2012 at Bethesda Hospital.
She is survived by her husband Henry, three sons, two sisters, four brothers and their families. She was predeceased by two sons.
Viewing will be held at Birchwood Funeral Chapel in Steinbach on Tuesday, June 26 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and at the church prior to the service.
The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, June 27, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at Steinbach Mennonite Church, 345 Loewen Blvd., Steinbach with interment at Heritage Cemetery.
If friends so desire donations may be made to The Bethesda Foundation, 316 Henry St., Steinbach, MB R5G 0P9
Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030.
MARION GRACE BLANCHFIELD
Marion Grace Blanchfield passed away peacefully.
She was predeceased by her beloved husband Lorne, her parents Mr and Mrs R.J. Struthers, her brother Ross and her sister Beverley.
Marion is survived by her sons Larry (Madeline) and Brian (Shirley), grandchildren Brenda, Richard, Sandy, Dale and Tanis, five great-grandchildren, sisters Kay (Ralph) and Joyce (Ken), brothers Doug (Ev) and Malcolm (Peggy), and sister-in-law Nonie, as well as many nephews and nieces, and many dear friends.
In accordance with Marion’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a private family memorial will be held at a later date.
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ABE UNGER
Abram (Abe) Unger, 84, of Greenland passed away Sunday, June 24, 2012 at his residence.
He is survived by his wife Frances, two daughters, four sons, four sisters, two brothers and their families.
Viewing will be held at Birchwood Funeral Chapel in Steinbach on Wednesday, June 27 at 7:00 p.m. with a devotional at 7:30 p.m. and at the church prior to the service.
The funeral service will be held at Kleefeld Evangelical Mennonite Church on Thursday, June 28 at 2Z:00 p.m. with interment at the church cemetery
If friends so desire donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Canada (Manitoba Branch), Unit 1 - 452 Dovercourt Dr, Wpg R3Y 1G4 or to South Eastman Health Palliative Care Program, Box 470, La Broquerie, MB R0A 0W0.
Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030.
PETER K. REIMER
Peter K. Reimer, 79, of Steinbach, MB, passed away Monday, June 25, 2012 at the Bethesda Hospital.
He is survived by his wife Elda, one daughter, six sons and their families as well as by one sister and her family.
Viewing will be held at Birchwood Funeral Chapel in Steinbach on Thursday, June 28 at 7:00 p.m. with a devotional at 7:30 p.m. and at the church prior to the service.
The funeral service will be held Friday, June 29 at 2:00 p.m. at Ridgewood Church, Hwy 311 E. with interment at the church cemetery.
If friends so desire donations may be made to South Eastman Health Palliative Care Program, Box 470, La Broquerie, MB R0A 0W0 or to Canadian Sunday School Mission, 200-189 Henderson Hwy.; Wpg., MB R2L 1L7
Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel • 346-1030 or 1-888-454-1030.
