Kehlers who honor past and inspire other Berliner Kehler family members
Want to give a gift that is educational, historical, takes up little space, requires no batteries and that a loved one will have for years?
Here’s an idea to help fill those stockings!
Want to give a gift that is educational, historical, takes up little space, requires no batteries and that a loved one will have for years?
Give a copy of the book, The Berliner Kehler Clan ~ A History in Portraits!
There are limited copies available.
For more information, and to obtain this book in time for Christmas, contact us!
The Berliner Kehler Clan
Printed 2009
An angel in the book of life wrote down our baby’s birth. And whispered as she closed the book, ” too beautiful for earth.”
It is with great sadness we announce the passing our baby boy, Callum Richard Montgomery who died the day he was born on November 29th 2011.
You will always be in our hearts!
Love always,
Your mommy and daddy, big brother Liam and big sister Mackenzie
Funeral service will be held on Thursday Dec. 8th at 4:00pm at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main Street. Reception to follow.
In August, the Kehlers held a one-day reunion in the Mitchell Arena, near Steinbach. Both physically and symbolically an arena is the proper place for a Kehler clan reunion.
Mennonite Mirror, October 1979
The Kehlers living in the wider Steinbach region are a truly remarkable clan. Not only are they as numerous as chokecherries in August, but like chokecherries they grow in dense family clusters in close proximity to each other. There the comparison breaks down. Chokecherries are silent, waiting to be picked. The Kehlers are never silent and anything but passive. They are active, spirited and vocal – if not downright gabby. They never stop talking and when they have nothing more to say they go on talking for the sheer pleasure of it. When Kehlers get together the air turns into a whirlwind of words and laughter. As the Kehlers themselves like to say: ‘Never bury a Kehler until you’ve made sure his mouth is dead too.’
In August, the Kehlers held a one-day reunion in the Mitchell Arena, near Steinbach. Both physically and symbolically an arena is the proper place for a Kehler clan reunion. In this case the site was fitting for another reason. The new arena in Mitchell happens to be built on what was once the south-east corner of the original Kehler family farm. Local residents waited nervously for this momentous gathering of the clan. Many made plans to be away from home that weekend, hoping that the neighborhood would not have been declared a disaster area when they got back. Some took new comfort in the hope that their brand new arena was sturdy enough to withstand the vocal onslaughts of hundreds of celebrating Kehlers of all ages. Continue reading “A Century in the Life of Steinbach’s Kehler Clan”
On November 17, 2011 Leonard George Unger passed away peacefully with his family by his side, at the Bethesda Hospital in Steinbach. Leonard was born April 4, 1928 to Jacob and Aganetha Unger of Steinbach.
Left to cherish his memory is his beloved wife of 60 years Helen, his children Pete (Carla) and Pat (Leo); sister Norma (Harry), his brothers and sisters-in-law; as well as many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents. Continue reading “Leonard George Unger (1928-2011)”
In loving memory of Marj who left us one year ago today.
We could not have been prepared for the loss of this amazing wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend. We miss her warm embrace, her boundless energy, her infectious laughter and her ever present camera which captured all that she loved and admired. We’ve lost an irreplaceable advocate and cheerleader. Silent is the voice we still yearn to hear. Yet, her legacy lives on. She taught us well and in her honour we will continue to gather as family and friends, to share her memories, stories, hopes and dreams. We love and miss you Marj.
Gigawabamin Ginew Washeek (Until we meet again)
Jim and family
Lest we forget! On November 11th, which this year is 11/11/11, at the eleventh hour, we stop to remember those who fought to defend our freedoms.
Lest we forget! On November 11th, which this year is 11/11/11, at the eleventh hour, we stop to remember those who fought to defend our freedoms.
After World War II, upon his return from serving with the Royal Canadian Artillery, Peter H. Kehler and his brother John formed Kehler Construction. During their 40 years together they constructed a variety of buildings, many of which can still be seen throughout southern Manitoba. In 1952, together with their father Aron S. Kehler, a house was constructed for their uncle, the Rev. Peter J. B. Reimer in Rosenort, Manitoba. Continue reading “Kehler Construction”Here’s a poem, written by Jacob “Berliner” Kehler – date unknown, for the 100th birthday celebration of Peter Neufeld
Here’s a poem, written by Jacob “Berliner” Kehler – date unknown, for the 100th birthday celebration of Peter Neufeld:
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Ein Gedict zum 100 Jaehrigen Geburts Fest Peter Neufelds Felsenton bei Steinbach Man. Von Jacob Ketler Kehler
Ich will mit mein Wenig, vor die Versammlung treten
Ihr Brueder and Schwestern, laszt singen und beten
Denn heute wirds grad, ein Hundert Jahr,
Als dieser Alter Vater, geboren war. Continue reading “From the Kehler Archives…”
Sydney R.C. Reimer began flying in 1965 as a recreational activity. His first plane was a two-seater with a small engine. Later, when planes became bigger and faster, they also became more useful to Syd.
Sydney R.C. Reimer began flying in 1965 as a recreational activity. His first plane was a two-seater with a small engine. Later, when planes became bigger and faster, they also became more useful to Syd. He found he could carry more people and fly faster to meetings in other provinces and states. Syd transported ministers, missionaries and evangelists to their meetings, MDS workers to their job sites, and took government officials on flights to survey flood and tornado damage. What had started as a recreational hobby, soon turned into a useful means of transportation.
After about 45 years of flying, having carried well over 2000 passengers, with 2144 hours in his log book and crossing over 300 000 miles, Syd logged his last flight on June 6, 2009.
Eva (Letkeman) Kehler recently turned 75 on September 4, 2011. Her family hosted a surprise birthday party for family and friends on August 27th. View the pictures, that granddaughter Kristin (Kehler) Villanueva submitted, by following this link.
Happy Birthday, and best wishes for a wonderful year, Eva!