Kehlers who honor past and inspire other Berliner Kehler family members
Aganetha Peters was born 96 years ago, to Peter S. and Katharina Kehler, at Blumengard, Manitoba. Most of her childhood and adolescence were spent on the family farm, in the Twin Creek area north of Mitchell, Manitoba.
As a young adult, she ventured to St. Catherines, Ontario, to work in a cannery for several seasons, and then back to Steinbach and St. Pierre for sewing factory jobs. Continue reading “Aganetha Kehler Peters (1930-2026)”
Edwin Kehler Dueck passed away peacefully at Bethesda Regional Health Centre on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 4:15 a.m., after a brief battle with cancer. His sister Bertha was by his side, and Edwin was fortunate to have spent time with many of his family and close friends in the days leading up to his passing. Continue reading “Edwin Kehler Dueck (1953-2026)”
Paul Anthony Sellars passed away on April 18, 2026, just days after his 50th birthday, surrounded by his beloved family. Paul lived for his people. He built his life around Jenn (Kehler) and their three boys. Music was always playing, sports were always happening, and Paul was always coaching something – usually multiple teams at once. Those everyday moments are the ones missed the most. Continue reading “Paul Anthony Sellars (1976-2026)”
Syd Reimer took one final flight, on the wings of an eagle, and went home in the early hours of a cold and bright morning in Winnipeg, Manitoba on January 25, 2026 at the impressive age of 92 years old.
Syd was born on April 14, 1933, in Steinbach, Manitoba. Two grandmothers were present at his birth, while his dad, knowing his mother was in good hands, attended the Good Friday service in church, and his siblings played outside. Syd was the fourth of five children born to Elizabeth and Peter J. B. (Kehler) Reimer.
Syd was raised in a loving family known for their laughter, warmth and infamous story-telling. These memories remained an anchor for Syd, and were a source of comfort and pride in where he came from. Things changed dramatically for him and his siblings after his mother’s death when he was 12 years old. Syd struggled to find his way without her anchoring love.
Continue reading “Sydney Ralph Clare Reimer (1933-2026)”
Sharon Penner, age 64, passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at her residence in Steinbach, MB.
She is survived by her daughter, Tracey Baerg, and her granddaughters, Shaylyn Baerg and Katie Baerg. She is also survived by her son, Clint (Tammy), and grandchildren Braedon (Robyn)—parents to great-grandchildren Jameson, Emilia, Merrick, and Bennett—as well as Avery (Tehya), Arianna, Harley, and Lennox.
She will be fondly remembered by her many beloved bonus grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her parents, Pete and Tina Neufeld; her sister, Carolyn; her nephew, Randy; and her brothers-in-law, Harold and Peter.
The funeral service will be held on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at Birchwood Funeral Chapel, Steinbach, MB.
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, Willie (Bill), on December 25, 2025 at Bethesda Regional Health Centre in Steinbach at the age of 88.
He was predeceased by his parents Peter H. And Susana Bergen; brother Abe; sisters Tina Spencer, and her husbands Art Spencer and Albert Brandt; Trudie and Bill Ringer; Margaret and George Friesen; Sara and John Friesen; and Mary Harms.
He will be deeply missed by his wife of 65 years, Tina, and five children; Continue reading “Willie (Bill) Bergen 1937 -2025”
The 10th Annual Christmas at Chortitz on Saturday, December 13th, at 3:00 PM in Randolph, MB (1 mile north on PR 206 from Hwy 52, then half a mile west).
Enjoy German and English Christmas carols, and a special performance by Friedensfürst! The speaker this year is Conrad Stoesz “Mennonites & the Prince of Peace”.
Free admission for all (max occupancy: 180).
Location: Chortitz Heritage Church, Randolph, Manitoba
Donald Ross Kehler, 86 of Granville passed away on June 18, 2025 at his residence. He was born on July 22, 1938 in Steinbach, Manitoba Canada to the late Neil and Freida (Goertz) Kehler.
Don was of the Mennonite faith. He loved spending time outdoors hunting and fishing, and he cherished the hours he spent tinkering in ‘Grandpa’s Workshop’. Continue reading “Donald Ross Kehler (1938-2025)”
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Deborah Helene Schwark (nee Dueck) on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at the Ste Anne Hospital.
Debbie is survived by her daughter Jenessa (Rick) and grandsons Issiah, Jellal and Darnell. She is also survived by her sisters Theresa Dyck (Bill), Lucille Rempel (Bob), brother Conrad Dueck (Kristine) and nieces and nephews. Continue reading “Deborah Helene Schwark (1952-2025)”
Neil Fehr unexpectedly passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at Bethesda Regional Health Centre, Steinbach, MB., at the age of 69.
Neil is survived by his wife Mary Ann; son Brent & wife Erin, their children Sophie, Natalie & Jaxon; son Jason & wife Gerrilyn, their children Jamason & spouse Tessa and their daughter Carys, Hunter and his daughter Paisley, Talon, Vander; son Tim & wife Kara and their children Kailyn and Hannah. Also left to mourn are Neil and Mary Ann’s siblings and their families. Continue reading “Neil Martens Fehr (1955-2025)”