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RUDOLF (RUDY) BRAUN
Date of Passing: Jun 30, 2007
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryRUDOLF (RUDY) BRAUN On June 30, 2007, Rudolf Braun, with his family at his side, passed away peacefully at Concordia Hospital at the age of 83. Rudy was predeceased in 2001 by Elsa, his wife of 51 years. He is survived by his sons, Edward (Janice), Ron (Jill), Robert (Lilla) and daughters, Elfrieda (Einar) and Ruth (Mike), and grandchildren, Kristjan, Daniel, Stephanie, Monica, Natasha, Stephen, Jessica, Amanda and Jennifer and his sister Elfrieda Jesse and her family in Germany. He is also survived by his loving wife Lilly, who he married in June 2005. They spent two wonderful years in each other's company and shared faith. Rudy was born in 1923 in Einlage, Ukraine. In 1951, in Heidnau, Germany, he married Elsa Kolm and together they immigrated to Canada to raise their family and start a new life. Opa loved being in the company of family, friends and his new extended family but he had a very special place in his heart for his grandchildren, who he loved dearly. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, July 5, 2007 at Mission Baptist Church, 771 Sargent Ave., Winnipeg, R3E 0B5 with interment in Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens. Viewing at the church prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, a donation in Rudy's name can be made to India Mission Mission Baptist India Trust, c/o Mission Baptist Church. FRIENDS FUNERAL SERVICE 2146 Main Street 339-5555
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 03, 2007
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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I came across a letter from Rudolf Braun to my mother recently. The letter was to tell her that his wife, Elsa had died. So it was an old letter to be sure. My mother, Irene Buettner died in 2005 as well. When we as a family lived in Winnipeg, we were family friends with the Brauns. My sister, brother and I went to school with the Braun kids. And when my parents went on a trip, I stayed with the Braun family for the whole time my parents were away. We are talking about the late 60's. I remember Mr. and Mrs. Braun and after all this time, I wanted to tell you that I still remember despite that this is 50+ years ago. Thank you for being my mother's friend. - Posted by: Marie Lang (nee Buettner) (daughter of a family friend) on: Jun 13, 2025
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The other day I bought a hand crafted piece of wood art from the thrift store that instantly put a smile on my face. When I got home I realized that the back was stamped with a name and address local to Winnipeg. Though it has been smudged and is in part illegible.. I can clearly make out the name “Rudolf Braun”, and I am wondering if this is indeed the same Rudolf? As an artist myself, I understand the time and energy that goes into creating a piece of art, and I would love to gain insight of this particular piece’s history. My condolences for your loss. If this is the same Rudolf.. he is still making people smile years after his passing <3 - Posted by: Kayla (Community Member ) on: May 27, 2023