POR, Alexander (Alex) Saturday, 27 Oct 2007
Abbotsford, BC
Alexander Por, late of Abbotsford, B.C., passed away at the MSA Hospital on October 27, 2007, after a lengthy illness, at the age of 85 years.
He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 62 years, Anna; sisters Emily and Elsie; sons Richard (Judy), Stan (Hellen), Ron (Dianne), Bart (Kristine); daughter Carol; grandchildren Michael (Jennifer), Kelly (Clint), Bradley, Kristopher (Ashley), Brendan, Grayson, Casey, Brianna, Robert, Lexi and great-grandson Jacob.
Alex was a very loving husband, father and grandfather. His sense of humour and willingness to help others will be missed by all who knew him.
A celebration of Alex's life will be held on Saturday, November 10 from 2:00 - 6:00 pm at the home of Ron and Dianne Por. 34229 Woodbine Cres., Abbotsford, B.C.
Anyone wishing to attend is welcome! No service by request.
HILDEBRANDT, Peter A Friday, 26 Oct 2007
Abbotsford, BC
Feb. 18, 1934 - Oct. 26, 2007
Peter entered the Lord's Kingdom at the age of 73 after a lengthy battle with emphysema. He leaves behind his wife Helen and six children, Perry (Yvonne), Bonnie, Lana (Fred) Flore, Shelley (Rod) Rempel, Rodger (Marsha), Patti (Ed) Cournoyer; 11 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Survived also by one brother and six sisters.
Viewing takes place Thursday, November 1, 2007 at Sevenoaks Alliance Church, Community Room (south entrance) 7:00-8:00 pm. A memorial service will be held Friday, November 2, 2007 at Sevenoaks Alliance Church, 12:00 noon with a luncheon to follow.
As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made in Peter's name to Alpha Canada.
Wiebe & Jeske Funeral Directors
CLARKE (Campbell), Annie Louise Friday, 26 Oct 2007
Abbotsford, BC
Louise died peacefully in sleep with her children at her side. Born in Kenlis, NWT she graduated from UBC in 1922 where she was affiliated with Gamma Phi Beta. She married fellow student, Ernest Clarke in 1925. They raised their 3 children in Abbotsford and were both very active in community affairs. During Louise's tenure as Chair of School District #34, 4 new schools were opened. She will be remembered with affection by many former students from her time as a teacher. She and Ernest enjoyed many travels together before his death in 1975. In addition to her children, Joyce (Wesson), Pat, and Carol (Duffus), she is survived by 10 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great-grandchildren.
The family is grateful to all the staff at MSA Manor Home who provided such thoughtful care to our mother during her final years. A private memorial will be held at a later date.
Woodlawn Funeral Home
HILDEBRANDT, Peter A Friday, 26 Oct 2007
Abbotsford, BC
Feb. 18, 1934 - Oct. 26, 2007
Peter entered the Lord's Kingdom at the age of 73 after a lengthy battle with emphysema. He leaves behind his wife Helen and six children, Perry (Yvonne), Bonnie, Lana (Fred) Flore, Shelley (Rod) Rempel, Rodger (Marsha), Patti (Ed) Cournoyer; 11 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Survived also by one brother and six sisters.
Viewing takes place Thursday, November 1, 2007 at Sevenoaks Alliance Church, Community Room (south entrance) 7:00-8:00 pm. A memorial service will be held Friday, November 2, 2007 at Sevenoaks Alliance Church, 12:00 noon with a luncheon to follow.
As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made in Peter's name to Alpha Canada.
Wiebe & Jeske Funeral Directors
NEUFELD, WILMER
Abbotsford, BC
October 29, 1933 - February 29, 2008
Our beloved father and grandfather passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family in Abbotsford, B.C. on Friday, February 29th, 2008 at the age of 74 years.
Wilmer was pre-deceased by his loving wife Jean of fifty two years in June 2007. Survived by his children Cheryl (Greg) Szostakiwsky of Calgary, Douglas (Noreen) Neufeld of Langley B.C and Brian (Jill) Neufeld of Calgary. Also survived by five Grandchildren, Matthew and Nicholas Szostakiwsky of Calgary, Christopher and Carmen Neufeld of Langley B.C., and Lindsay Neufeld of Calgary.
Born on the family farm near Aberdeen, Saskatchewan, Wilmer was the only child of Jake (1898-1954) and Mary (1906-1988) Neufeld. He often shared, with great fondness, his life memories of growing up alone with loving parents and numerous cousins in the same community. The central role of the church ignited a passion for music, which remained throughout his entire life. At the age of 21 years, Wilmer returned from Briarcrest Bible Institute to work the family farm upon the untimely passing of his father. Wilmer remained a devoted and caring son to his mother throughout her entire life. Dad married Jean Schmidt on August 6, 1955. While serving in many capacities in the heating and air conditioning industry throughout his working life, his passion was always music. In 1970, Wilmer completed his studies at the School of Opera - University of Toronto and later that year, he moved his family to Europe where he embarked on a professional singing career. During this career, he appeared in lead Tenor roles at Opera houses in Germany, Switzerland, Austria and England. When his professional singing career ended, the family returned to Canada settling in Calgary until 1991, when Wilmer and Jean enthusiastically relocated to the Lower Mainland of B.C. During his all too short retirement and most pronounced after the death of Jean, Dad fought to maintain his independence. When ill health prevented this possibility he was appreciative and thankful for the help, support and small graces provided by both the family and care workers.
At Wilmer's request, a formal funeral will not be held. In honor of these wishes, a family viewing and celebration of his life was held on March 1, 2008 in Abbotsford and Langley. Dad's remains will be privately laid to rest with mother at Maclure Road Cemetery in Abbotsford.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be directed to Wiebe & Jeske Funeral Home, 202-31314 Peardonville Road, Abbotsford, B.C. V2T 6K8.
MILLER, Laura Matilda Friday, 29 Feb 2008
Abbotsford, BC
Feb 10, 1911 - Feb 29, 2008
With a sense of deep loss we announce the passing of our dear mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and aunt into the presence of her Lord & Saviour.
Laura's parents were German immigrants from Austria & Russia who settled as farmers in Melville, Saskatchewan where she was born. She had 3 brothers & 6 sisters all of whom have pre-deceased her except for 1 sister still living in Pentiction, B.C. She married Reginald Miller who became an engineer for the C.N.R. and who worked out of Melville, Sask. When he retired they moved to Saskatoon, later to Kamloops & when her husband died in 1987, Laura moved to Abbotsford. Their only child, Dr. Tom Miller, died in 1998, and her only granddaughter, Sheralee Miller died 3 months before. She is survived by her daughter-in-law Dorothy Miller, 2 grandsons, Reginald & Timothy Miller of Toronto & 1 great-grandson Jonathan Miller, a sister Martha Cousins & numerous nieces & nephews.
Laura's life was characterized by her deep devotion to the Lord & Godly example. She was known for her generous & compassionate nature & great sense of humour.
A memorial service will be held at Tabor Home on March 12 @ 2 p.m. with Pastor Roland Balzer officiating & a graveside dedication at a later date for the family.
Many thanks to the staff at Tabor Home who cared for Grandma & a special thanks to Pastor Roland & her beloved companion Edna Schmidt.
VANDERWIJK, Beverly Ann Thursday, 28 Feb 2008
Abbotsford, BC
June 3rd, 1954 - February 28th, 2008
With great sadness, Gerry, John, Sievert, Morice and Jack announce the peaceful passing of our little sister Beverly Ann at her home in Abbotsford. She will be greeted by the door of heaven by her mom Audrey. She will be missed by those who knew her and her friends at Bethesda’s West Abbotsford Home. A memorial will be held to celebrate her life on Saturday, March 15th at 1 p.m. at the New Life Christian Reformed Church located at 35270 Delair Road in Abbotsford, B.C.
“The LORD your God is with you, He will take great delight in you.”
Zephaniah 3:17
TAYLOR, Ada Louisa Thursday, 28 Feb 2008
Abbotsford, BC
Ada Louisa Taylor passed peacefully away from the Menno Home in Abbotsford, B.C. on Thursday, February 28th at the age of ninety years.
Predeceased by her husband Art Taylor and sister Ethel. Leaving to cherish her memory sons Kenneth (Doris), Doug (Lorlie), Jim (Vanessa), eight grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, brother Arthur Rose, one niece and three nephews, including John and Don ( Pat) Macdonald, and other relatives and many friends.
It is with both sadness and relief that her family marks her passing.
She was a wonderful mother, an encouraging friend, an avid gardener. Mom was an excellent listener, interested in chatting with everybody she met, learning about their life and struggles and successes, never letting on that she might have some challenges of her own.
Mom thoroughly enjoyed the fellowship of choir and church members. Her life was an example that "Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. Love never ends."
Her family is sad that the physical life of a remarkable person has ended.
Especially during her last eighteen months, Mom's body, but not her spirit, progressively deteriorated. Osteoporosis wreaked havoc with her spine; pain became her constant companion, her strength diminished. She became reliant on others for daily needs. Communication became increasingly difficult. The outcome was certain.
Her family is relieved that her earthly struggle is finally over. Not one day longer would we have it continue as it was.
Sharing whatever you could was important to Mom. Whether it was an encouragement, a skill, a blessing, a meal, someplace to live for a while, a compliment, a wonder about the world we live in, a moment in time, Mom was convinced that sharing made the world a better place.
So as you reflect on the life and values of Ada Louisa Taylor, give some thought about how you could share a kindness or a blessing or whatever you can with those who are in need.
The family will be celebrating a private graveside ceremony in remembrance.
Henderson's Funeral Home
