PRATT, Elva Tuesday, 23 Oct 2007
Abbotsford, BC
Elva passed away on October 23, 2007 at the age of 94 years in Menno Hospital. She was pre-deceased by her husband Frank in 1974, and by three sisters and one brother. She is survived by one sister Lois Thorne and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
A funeral service will be held on Monday, October 29 at 10:00 am in the chapel of Woodlawn Funeral Home, 2310 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford followed by interment at Hazelwood Cemetery.
Woodlawn Funeral Home
REMPEL, Dietrich Abram Monday, 22 Oct 2007
Abbotsford, BC
1922 - 2007
Dietrich went home to be with his Lord and Saviour, Monday October 22, 2007. He will be sadly missed by Katherine, his wife of 62 years, and his children Lorna (Rod) Jones, Wanda (Warren) Nikkel, Rob (Joy) Rempel, Karen (Allen) Giebelhaus and Steve (Ruth) Rempel as well as 13 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Dietrich was pre-deceased by his sister Irma Willms and brother Ernie Rempel. He is survived by 3 sisters Annie Peters, Katie Willms and Helene Klassen and one brother, Menno Rempel.
Born in Russia, Dietrich emigrated to Canada as a child, he lived and worked in the Abbotsford area for most of his life. As a pioneer in the South Poplar community during the Depression, he attended South Poplar and Mt. Lehman Superior schools. Most of his working years were involved in the construction industry, both locally and around the province.
More than anything else, Dietrich loved his family. He loved his wife and his children. He loved each of his grandchildren and prayed for them individually each day. He leaves a legacy of love for his family and devotion to Jesus.
A Memorial Service will be held Thursday, October 25 at 2:00 pm in Central Heights Church, Pastor Nick Dyck officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Mennonite Brethren Mission Service International (MBMSI).
REDDEKOP, David Marcel Monday, 22 Oct 2007
Abbotsford, BC
David Reddekop passed away October 22, 2007 at Tabor Home, Abbotsford, B.C. in his 87th year. He was born November 1, 1919 at Hague, Saskatchewan and was the fifth of 13 children (5 brothers: Jacob, Archie, William, Benjamin, Abraham; 5 sisters: Justina, Helen, Mary, Annie, Agnes and 2 brothers who died as infants) all born at home to Jacob and Justina Reddekopp (Fehr).
On August 16, 1942, David married Agnes Schellenberg. After moving to Oliver in 1947, they raised two sons and lived in many areas of B.C: Oliver, 100 Mile House, Revelstoke, Canoe and Salmon Arm. David worked as a carpenter before retiring to Abbotsford in the early 1980s. After 48 years of marriage, Agnes passed away in 1991.
Later, David married Elizabeth Reimer (Peters) and they lived in several homes in Abbotsford and Chilliwack until her death in January 2002. David later lived in Menno Terrace and for the last few years, in Tabor Home, Abbotsford. David is known for his generosity, hard work, love of family (especially his siblings) and for his knowledge of family history. He worked hard to support his family whatever challenges arrived. He was also devoted to the church and to his sense of "what was right". David loved gospel music, played mouth organ and sang tenor in many choirs and quartets. For most of his life, he enjoyed bowling, throwing horseshoes and was an ace crokinole player.
He will be lovingly remembered by: his sons Andrew (Susan) and Gary (Maxine), his grandchildren Rachel and Jarrad, his brother Abe (Clarice) and sister Annie, numerous nephews, nieces, cousins and other family members, and by many friends. A special thanks to those in Abbotsford who were so supportive and who kept in touch over the years: nephew Alvin Ens (Irene), friends Emily McInroy, Henry Wiebe and Carl Klassen. The family wishes to thank the staff at Tabor Home for their kindness and expertise.
A celebration of David's life will be held at October 30, 2007 at 2:30 pm at Tabor Home, Abbotsford, with Chaplain Roland Balzer officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Society of Canada.
Woodlawn Funeral Home
THIELMANN, Albert D. Sunday, 21 Oct 2007
Abbotsford, BC
Albert went to be with his Lord, the One he loved and served, on October 21, 2007. He was born in Friedensfeld, Ukraine, September 12, 1930, under corrupt communist rule. When Albert was seven, Secret Police entered his family home at night and took his father, which was tragically all too common during this time. As his father was being led away he said to Albert, "Take good care of your brother." He never saw his father again. Three weeks later his second brother was born. During the war, as refugees, they daily experienced God's marvelous provision, protection and guidance. In 1948, Albert's family immigrated to Canada and settled in Coaldale, Alberta. In his early 20s Albert moved to Vancouver where he met the love of his life, Mary, with whom he shared the same childhood history. They raised their five children in Burnaby. Albert owned and operated a successful construction and development company. In 1978 they moved to Mt. Lehman where he enjoyed working the land and treasured the beautiful river and mountain views. He and Mary have since been active members of Central Heights Church. As Albert neared retirement he enjoyed time with his grandchildren, keeping up on world news, and traveling. Their home was never empty, as they were always hosting guests and family. Albert will always be known for his generous spirit and strong faith in God.
He leaves behind his wife of 53 years, (his Schatzie) Mary; his children Marvin (Heather), Bruno (Sharon), Al (Debbie), Marianne (Bruce) Konrad, and Evelyn (Steve) Klassen; 17 grandchildren and one great grandson. Also survived by his brothers Jacob (Elfrieda) and John (Lena) and half brother Harry (Heather) Kroeker. Predeceased by his father Herman Thielmann, mother Olga Kroeker, and half sister Annette Loland.
A celebration of Albert's life will be held at 1:00 p.m. Nov. 3 at Central Heights Church, 1661 McCallum Road, Abbotsford.
Many thanks to Menno Hospital staff for the care Albert received over the past 18 months. Donations gladly welcomed for Logos Canada.
JANISCH, Charlotte Maria Margareta Sunday, 21 Oct 2007
Abbotsford, BC
Charlotte Maria Margareta Janisch, late of 2179 McCallum Road, Abbotsford, passed away on October 21, 2007 at the age of 80 years, at the Cottage Hospital in Abbotsford.
She is survived by her husband Guenter Janisch; two sons: Thomas and Ulrich Janisch; daughter: Barbara Schultze and; eight grandchildren.
Funeral services were held on Thursday, October 25, 2007 at 11:00 am from Henderson's Funeral Home at 34537 Marshall Road in Abbotsford, with Pastor Allan Boerner officiating.
Henderson's Funeral Home
SPRIETSMA, Theunis "Tony" Thursday, 27 Dec 2007
Abbotsford, BC
Theunis "Tony" went to be with the Lord December 27, 2007 at the age of 76 years. Tony will be dearly missed by his three sisters, Anna VanderGraaf, Tina Beek and Johanna Sprietsma; numerous nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. He was pre-deceased by his brother Nick. Tony will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
Memorial service was held Wednesday, January 2, 2008 at Gateway Christian Reformed Church in Abbotsford.
"Thumbs up Tony!"
Wiebe & Jeske Funeral Services.
CLARK, Marie (Mary) Margaret Thursday, 27 Dec 2007
Abbotsford, BC
Marie (Mary) Margaret Clark passed away on December 27, 2007 at Mission Memorial Hospital at the age of 83 years. Mary was pre-deceased by her husband Victor Marshall in 1982. She will be lovingly remembered by her three children, Pat, Ivan (Valerie), Brian (Dayna) and her 7 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, January 4, 2008 at 1:00 pm at Woodlawn Mission Funeral Home at 7386 Horne Street Mission, BC. with an interment at Hatzic cemetery to follow.
Arrangements entrusted to Woodlawn Mission Funeral Home.
COLE, Winifred Margaret Wednesday, 26 Dec 2007
Abbotsford, BC
Aug. 5, 1912 - Dec. 26, 2007
passed away peacefully at Grand Street Lodge, Mission on Wednesday, December 26, 2007.
Predeceased by her husband Albert (1983) of 47 years.
Winnie is survived by her only daughter, Evelyn (Roger) Hilliard of Mission; five grandchildren: Leslie (Bruce) Roffrey of Port Coquitlam, Stephen (Pat) Hilliard, Daphne (Carl) Greer, Joan (Doug) McPherson all of Mission, and Louise (Marcel) Ruel of Courtenay; six great-grandchildren, Amanda McPherson, Kenny Greer, Jamie and Kasey Ruel, Cole and Katlin Hilliard. Winnie is also survived by her only sister Alice Hayes of White Rock and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family would like to say a special thank you to the wonderful nursing and support staff at the Grand Street Lodge for their excellent care of her.
A memorial service was held on Monday, December 31, 2007 at the First Memorial Funeral Service.
FRIESEN, Martha Monday, 24 Dec 2007
Abbotsford, BC
Martha passed away peacefully on Monday, December 24, 2007 at Menno Home. She was born on March 5, 1916 in Russia. Pre-deceased by her parents Johann and Katherina Enns, 10 siblings, one daughter Bernice Patricia Willms and son-in-law W. John Wilson. She is survived by Marti Wilson, Alice (Dave) Hughes, Mimi (Dan) Wiebe, Sonny (Anne), Dennis (Debbie), Peter, Terry and Kenny (Arlene), son-in-law John (Mandy) Willms; 19 grandchildren and their spouses, and 30 great grandchildren.
Funeral services were held on Friday, December 28, 2007 at 1:30 pm from the Abbotsford Evangelical Free Church.
Woodlawn Funeral Home
