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Oscar Wiens
Oscar Wiens died Aug. 26. He was born Dec. 19, 1923 in Steinbach, Russia to Abram and Lydia Wiens. In 1924 the family immigrated to Canada, settling in Winnipeg. He joined the family trucking business. Oscar married Elsie Heinrichs Oct. 31, 1953. In 1956 they moved to Arnaud, Man., continuing in the business. In 1975 they moved to Regina, joining brother Ted in O&T Poultry farm. His faith in God was an important part of his daily life. He will be remembered for his generous support to missions, his commitment to the church and his love and devotion to his family. Predeceased by 2 brothers, he is mourned by Elsie; son Don; daughters Ruth Braun and Teresa Geddert; 10 grandchildren; 2 sisters. The funeral was Aug. 29 in Parliament Community Church, Regina.
Hulda Funk 
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Hulda Funk died Oct. 5. She was born Jan. 6, 1926 to Gustaf and Juliana Schmidt in Poland. She was separated from some of her family during World War II but they later reunited as refugees in Germany. She became a nurse. In 1956 she immigrated to Canada and worked as a nanny and in a factory, and later as a practical nurse at Grace Hospital, Vancouver and St. Mary’s in New Westminister, B.C. She married Wilfred Funk June 24, 1961. In 1999 she was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and they moved to Lethbridge to be close to family. She had a personal relationship with God, praying daily for her family and reading her Bible. She was a member of Kennedy Heights Church in Delta, where she taught Sunday school. Later she joined College Drive Community Church, Lethbridge. She loved gardening, reading and working in her kitchen. She was a sports fan, particularly of CFL football. She is mourned by Wilfred; son Stephen; 2 grandsons; 4 brothers; 1 sister. The funeral was Oct. 10 in College Drive Community Church.
Anne Klassen 
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Anne Klassen died Sept. 29. She was born Jan. 27, 1919 to Henry and Anna Wiebe in Osler, Sask. She married George Klassen Nov. 26, 1939. They homesteaded at Carrot River, Sask. She was baptized before her marriage but was rebaptized at Carrot River June 16, 1957 upon her confession of faith. Homesteading was hard but she had a knack for making tasty meals out of next to nothing. She sang as she worked and never became bitter or harsh. She had a gentle, caring spirit and prayed daily for her family. She supported missions and evangelistic work. She enjoyed camping at Memorial Lake, going out for breakfast, Christmas functions and family reunions. She had a good sense of humour. She moved to Langham (Sask.) Nursing Home. Predeceased by George, sons Marvin and Reuben, 3 brothers and 4 sisters, she is mourned by daughters Martha Giesbrecht, Naomi Primeau, Betty Hingston, Carol Lamb, Dianne Klassen; sons Allan, Victor, Arthur and Ron; 20 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; 7 great-great-grandchildren; 5 sisters; 2 brothers. The funeral was Oct. 3 in Waldheim (Sask.) MB Church.
John Jacob Pauls
John Pauls was born to Jacob and Anna Pauls Aug. 13, 1920 in southern Russia. The family fled to Germany in 1929 and immigrated to Manitou, Man. in 1930. John was baptized upon his confession of faith in Jesus in September 1941. He served in camps in Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Ontario as a conscientious objector during World War II. He married Verna Pauls July 10, 1949. They farmed in Purves, Man., retiring to Manitou in 1996. John was involved with Boys Brigade in Manitou MB Church, and built things for Winkler, Pembina Valley and Simonhouse Bible camps. He was known for his willingness to lend help to friend and neighbour without thought of payment in return. He is mourned by Verna; 6 children; 15 grandchildren; 1 great-grandson. The funeral was Aug. 7 in Manitou MB Church.
Inger Hildebrand
Inger Hildebrand died Oct. 22. She was born Nov. 24, 1914 to Olaf and Karrie Soyland in Norway. She accepted Jesus as a child. She immigrated to Canada in 1929 and attended Winnipeg Bible College. She married Henry Hildebrand in 1937. She was faithful to God, husband and family. Predeceased by son David, 1 grandson, 1 sister and 3 brothers, she is mourned by Henry, daughters Marcia Leskewich and Evelyn Moore; sons Paul and Glen; 16 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; 1 brother. Services were held in Central Heights Church, Abbotsford Oct. 27 and at Hildebrand Chapel, Caronport, Sask. Oct. 31.
Helen Redekop
Helen Redekop died Oct. 13. She was born Feb. 15, 1923 to Jacob and Lydia Wiebe in Main Centre, Sask. She accepted Jesus during revival meetings and at age 17 was baptized, joining Main Centre MB Church. She attended Herbert (Sask.) Bible School for 2 years and Prairie Bible Institute, Three Hills, Alta. for 5 years. She married Art Redekop Aug. 30, 1950. They were missionaries in Nigeria under Sudan Interior Mission for 36 years. She taught in a Christian training institute and conducted a secondary school girl’s choir. They settled in Abbotsford in 1989. She inspired many with her quiet endurance, uplifting attitude and faith. Predeceased by 2 daughters, 1 sister; 1 brother, she is mourned by Art; sons Murray and Mark; 3 sisters and 2 brothers. The funeral service was Oct. 20 in Northview Community Church, Abbotsford.
Hardy Klassen
Hardy Klassen died Oct. 21. He was born Oct. 31, 1930 in Kitchener, Ont. to Elizabeth and John Klassen. He became a Christian at an early age and lived life to the fullest. He married Ella Thiessen May 8, 1954. They were active in Kitchener MB Church where he taught Sunday school. They helped found Glencairn MB Church, Kitchener. He served on the Camp Crossroads board and oversaw capital improvements. He was founding member and past president of Birchcrest Cottage Association at Chesley Lake. He was involved in his business, Hardy Klassen Motors Ltd, and served on the automotive apprenticeship board. He enjoyed spending time with family, particularly travelling with Ella. He touched his family and many others with his love and acts of service. Predeceased by 2 brothers, 1 sister, he is mourned by Ella; daughter Anne Taylor; sons Bruce and Gord; 5 grandchildren; 1 brother. The funeral was Oct. 25 at Community Christian Reformed Church, Kitchener.
Lynne Alice Fraser
Lynne Alice Fraser died Oct. 8. She was born May 4, 1952 in Shellbrook, Sask. She worked as a dental assistant, then at SaskTel in Prince Albert. She married David Fraser Aug. 26, 1972. They moved to various places in Saskatchewan, ending in Dalmeny. She volunteered with Western Tract Mission in Saskatatoon. She loved gardening and cross-stitching. She had courage, hope and a tremendous faith in God. Predeceased by her father, Lynne is mourned by David; sons Shawn of Drumheller, Alta; and Cameron of Burnaby, B.C.; mother Alice Coates; 1 sister. The funeral was Oct. 11 in Dalmeny Community Church.
Elma Brown
Elma Brown died Oct. 17. She was born May 20, 1915 to John G. and Susie Brown near Morden. Her mother died in 1923. Her father remarried in 1925. She accepted Jesus June 26, 1928 during evangelistic meetings with missionary F.J. Wiens. She attended Sunday school and church in Winkler, as well as meetings led by Ida Hiebert and Mary Loeppky. She was baptized on Sept. 1, 1935, joining the MB church. She based her salvation on John 3:16, Romans 3:23 and John 6:37. Predeceased by brother Walter and sisters Susan and Mary, she is mourned by sister Betty Enns; brothers George and Harry. The funeral was Oct. 21 in Winkler MB Church.
Carol Lynne Penner
Carol Lynne Penner died Sept. 10. She was born Aug. 12, 1936. She is mourned by husband Jacob; their children; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; brothers; sister. The funeral was in West Vancouver Baptist Church.
Elizabeth (Luise) Huebert 
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Elizabeth (Luise) Huebert died Oct. 6. She was born Apr. 5, 1909 in Troitskya Ukraine to Heinrich and Susanna Koop. The family moved to the Crimea. Her mother died when Elizabeth was 8 and her father went into hiding. She lived with a number of families, and suffered from lack of food. When she was 15 her brother Peter took her to Tschongrow. She married Nickolai Huebert in 1928. She was baptized and joined the Mennonite Brethren church. In 1929 they tried to emigrate to Canada. Her husband was sent to Siberia in 1937. In 1941 the Russians wanted to deport them to Siberia as well but they came to Tiege, Ukraine, then emigrated to Poland and later to northern Germany. Brother Peter sponsored the family to come to Canada in December 1947. She enjoyed doing handwork. She was thankful to God. She joined North Kildonan MB Church, Winnipeg and was active in ladies fellowship and in decorating. In 1977 she joined McIvor Ave. MB Church. Predeceased by Nickolai, all her siblings, 2 great-granddaughters, she is mourned by daughters Mary Klassen, Louise Gerig, Agnes Koop; son Nick; 13 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandson. The funeral was Oct. 10 in McIvor Ave. MB Church.
Erna Martens
Erna Martens died Oct. 11. She was born Nov. 7, 1918 in Neu Samara, Russia to Peter and Maria Goertz. The family emigrated to southern Alberta in 1924. She married George Martens Apr. 10, 1939 and lived on a grain farm in Crowfoot, Alta. In 1944 the family moved to Toronto for Russian language studies. In 1948, they moved to Grand Forks, B.C. to lead a church plant particularly directed toward the Russian community. She ran a “bed and breakfast,” hosting many visiting speakers. She was the pianist. She shared her house with the church and made do with a small budget. The home was open to neighbourhood children. She loved to talk about her faith. Predeceased by George, she is mourned by Annette Scheirer, Abbotsford; Ted, Tim and Abe, Grand Forks; Grace McDonald, Toronto; 15 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; 3 sisters; 4 brothers.
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