Kehlers who honor past and inspire other Berliner Kehler family members
Martin Giesbrecht, age 63, of Winkler, formerly of Morden and Carmen, passed away November 29, 1992.
Martin was born on April 29, 1929 near Myrtle, MB. At age 2, he moved up to Fannystelle, where he lived until he was 14, and left home to find employment.
He married Louise Vera Gladys Reimer on May 6, 1950. Together they had three children, Beverly, Bonita and Nelson. Continue reading “Martin Giesbrecht (1929-1992)”
Saturday, November 7, 1992 at his residence, Peter H Doerksen, age 70 years, beloved husband of Violet, Steinbach, passed away.
The funeral service will be held Wednesday, November 11, 2pm at the Chortitzer Mennonite Church, 479 Hanover St., Steinbach with Pastors Richard Martens and Cornelius G. Peters officiating. Interment will follow in the Heritage Cemetery, Steinbach. Viewing will take place at the chapel Tuesday between 7 and 8 pm and at the church prior to the service.
Besides his wife Violet, Mr. Doerksen leaves to cherish his memory three daughters: Continue reading “Peter Hiebert Doerksen (1922-1992)”
Susan Kehler Doerksen, 64, passed away November 10, 1983.
Susan Kehler Doerksen, 64, passed away November 10, 1983 in Steinbach, MB. Susan was born July 14, 1919 to Aron S & Elizabeth Kehler at Hochfeld, MB. Susan married Jacob Peters Doerksen in July 1940.
On November 20, 1977 at the Grace Hospital, Joseph Grunwald, aged 75 years, beloved husband of Helen Grunwald of 867 Ebby Ave, Winnipeg, MB.
Besides his wife, he is survived by two sons and their wives, Harold and Patricia, Henry and Lena and four grandchildren, all of Winnipeg; one sister and one brother in Hungary. Continue reading “Joseph Grunwald (1902-1977)”
In Victoria Square United Church at Gormley, Ontario, November 17 at 7:15 pm, Joan Doreen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Frederick of Pine Falls, Man., became the bride of Elmer E. Reimer, son of Rev. and Mrs. P.J.B. Reimer of Rosenort, Man.
Winnipeg Free Press Monday, November 26, 1951 Page-16
In Victoria Square United Church at Gormley, Ontario, November 17 at 7:15 pm, Joan Doreen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Frederick of Pine Falls, Man., became the bride of Elmer E. Reimer, son of Rev. and Mrs. P.J.B. Reimer of Rosenort, Man. Rev. A.C. Houston officiated and the wedding music was played by Miss Carol Perkins. Soloist was Mrs. Allan Orr.
The bride wore a suit of taupe gabardine with Kelly green felt bonnet, the crown covered by a netting of brown, forming a semi-veil at the back. Her corsage was of deep red roses centered on white ostrich plumes. Mrs. K. Vogt, attend the bride and Ernest Vogt was the best man.
Mr. and Mrs. Reimer will reside at 15 Ravina Crescent, Toronto, Ontario.
Gerhard (Onkel Jeaht) was the second son and third Berliner Kehler child.
Gerhard was a quiet, meticulous man who looked after his own concerns without selfishness or arrogance.
Gerhard married Katherina Unger Wieler November 2, 1914 in Chortitz.
They never had any children of their own. Both Gerhard and Taunte Tien loved children and always welcomed their nephews and neices with open arms.
Gerhard enjoyed good health until a serious illness Continue reading “Gerhard Schultz Kehler (1888-1943)”