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HELEN KLIPPENSTEIN (SCHMIDT)
Born: Jan 20, 1938
Date of Passing: Sep 10, 2005
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryHELEN KLIPPENSTEIN (nee SCHMIDT) January 20, 1938 - September 10, 2005 It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our mother and grandmother, Helen Klippenstein (nee Schmidt). She has been reunited with her loving husband, Henry and her granddaughter, Allyn. She will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sons, Jack (Marg), Pete (Faye); and her daughter Louise (fiance Bernie Van-Wissen); as well as by her five grandchildren, Rachele (Derek Kehler), Matthew, Ian, Christopher and Terra. Helen was born in Hague, SK and was raised in the Steinbach area till she married in 1957. She worked at the Sewing Factory, Kimberly Clark, and enjoyed caring for the elderly with Homecare for many years. Mom's inner strength and positive attitude encouraged many who came in contact with her. She was very proud to have overcome breast cancer and many other health struggles. Her gentle heart and childlike faith touched many lives. Viewing will be held on Thursday, September 15 at 7:00 p.m. at Steinbach Funeral Home with a devotional at 8:00 p.m. The funeral will be held on Friday, September 16 at 1:00 p.m. at the Word of Life Mission Church, Niverville, MB. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. STEINBACH FUNERAL HOME 5 Chrysler Gate Steinbach, MB (204) 326-1351
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 14, 2005
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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Dear Schmidt Family: We were saddened to hear of Helen's passing. It is so wonderful to have the promise of eternal life. In Christ, Betty and Guenther Claassen (cousin - Aunt Eva and Uncle Pete). - Posted by: Betty and Guenther Claassen (Family) on: Sep 15, 2005
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I was at Aunt Ann's funeral today and found out that Helen passed away. She will always be remembered - she was my age. May God be with all your family in this time of sorrow. Love Mary - Posted by: Mary Bawkovy (nee Neufeldt) (Family) on: Sep 14, 2005