JOHN B. WIEBE

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JOHN B. WIEBE 1929 - 2014 It is with celebration and sorrow that we mourn the passing of our dear husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, John B. Wiebe. John passed away with his wife, Marilyn at his side on Friday, July 11, 2014 at the age of 85, at Boundary Trails Health Centre. John is survived by his loving wife of nearly 64 years, Marilyn; daughter, Candace (Dave) Stobbe and their children, Chris, Angela (Peter) Campbell and Suzanne; son, Gerald (Ruth) and their children, Lindsey (Brian), Shannon (Jordie); daughter Talia (Bill) Pura and children, Adrian (Jenny), Alexia (Iain) Hannam and Noelani; son, Lauren (Nancy) and their children, Mark (Kelly) and Brad (Ashley), and son, Bevan (Sandra) and their children, Adrielle, Lance and Ashton as well as six great-grandchildren. John is also survived by one sister, Esther (Frank) Kasunich, one brother, Dave (Vivian) and sister-in-law, Loraine Wiebe. He was predeceased by his parents, three brothers, one sister-in-law and his grandson, Michael Wiebe. John was born on April 18, 1929 and grew up in the Rosefarm School District. He graduated from Winkler Bible School where he met the love of his life, Marilyn Toews. John earned a Masters in Education degree and was an educator in the roles of teacher, principal and superintendent of Rhineland School District. He was an ordained minister for many years although he always remained a farmer at heart. His interest in farming lead him to selling farm machinery (Wiebe Farm Power, Plum Coulee) as well as farming with his sons. John enjoyed numerous years in various sales and business consulting positions including Trainex Industries and Opportunities for Employment (Winnipeg). John loved traveling with Marilyn to Texas, Egypt, Denmark, Israel, Jamaica, and Mexico. He took pride in various renovation projects which lead to many homes and moves. John found great satisfaction in working with a spade and soil; always planting trees, shrubs, flowers and vegetables. John was a man of deep faith and loved to read and study the Bible. He had a big heart for his family and lived life to the fullest. He was an encourager, always a planner and took great interest in the lives of his children and grandchildren. "I have fought the good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith." - 2 Timothy 4:7 A private service of remembrance was held. The family would like to thank Dr. Kevin Convery, Robert Schulz, the Palliative Care team, and nursing staff at Boundary Trails Health Centre for the outstanding care that John received. Wiebe Funeral Chapel, Morden In care of arrangements, 204-822-4755 wiebefuneralhomes.com

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 19, 2014