HERMAN LUDWIG KAPPEL

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HERMAN LUDWIG KAPPEL Suddenly on Monday, August 8, 2011, Herman Kappel, 46 years of age, died unexpectedly of heart failure in Calgary, Alberta. He was the beloved husband of Kim (Wonnek) and devoted father to his sons, Evan, 11 years of age and Aaron, nine years of age. Also left to mourn his loss are his mother Deanna Mallon, father Karl Kappel (Heather), brother Des Kappel (Lisa), mother-in-law and father-in-law Ena and Roy Wonnek, brother-in-law Ken (Susan), sister-in-law Bev (Bruce) and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews in Canada, United States and Germany. As well, many good friends in Ontario, Manitoba and Alberta. Born in Chatham, Ontario, Herman spent part of his growing up years in Thunder Bay, Ontario before moving with his parents and brother to Winnipeg, Manitoba when he was 12 years old. He, along with his wife and sons, relocated to Calgary, Alberta in 2005. Herman's early career dream was to become a professional soccer player, a game he excelled at. However, that dream ended after a severe on-field accident during an international soccer game in which he was playing as a member of Manitoba's 18 Select Soccer Team. He had also played junior hockey. He was a fan of all sports, but especially enjoyed cheering on the Winnipeg Jets, Ottawa Senators, Winnipeg Blue Bombers and international soccer, favouring Germany's Moenchengladbach soccer team. Lifelong friendships developed for Herman and his friends through their shared passion of sports and their involvement in their Hockey Pool. Herman's deep abiding Love for his sons Evan and Aaron took precedence over all his many interests. He was not only their father, but also their best friend and teacher. He spent hours with limitless patience and humour, guiding their development in all aspects of life from daily living to reading and fishing. He also taught them computer skills and enjoyed playing computer games with them. Evan and Aaron were truly the lights of his life. As a family, faith in God and belief in Jesus is what guided the path for Herman, his wife and boys. Through everything, the family remained committed to each other. This commitment allowed them to enjoy many of the small pleasures in life together like car rides in or around town, a game of badminton in the front yard, an afternoon at the lake or a game of Boggle. Simple, everyday memories to always be cherished. Funeral arrangements by McInnis Holloway Funeral Home, Fish Creek Chapel, Bannister Rd., S.E., Calgary, AB. Phone: 403-256-9575. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in person at any Royal Bank across Canada to trust accounts for Evan and Aaron, transit #02299, account #5113576 (Evan) and 5114277 (Aaron). Condolences can be emailed to kimandherman@hotmail.com "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose;" - Romans 8:28

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 13, 2011