Danny Loewen

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DANIEL KLASSEN LOEWEN
July 20, 1946 – November 12, 2017

At the age of 71, on November 12, 2017 Danny K. Loewen passed away with family at his side at the Morris General Hospital. Just 4 short months earlier a brain tumor defined as a glioblastoma was discovered and operated on at Winnipeg Health Sciences Centre. One of the verses that he memorized and claimed as God’s promise for healing is found in Isaiah 41:

“Fear not for I am with you, do not be dismayed for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

Traveling from home daily, Danny started 6 weeks of radiation and chemo treatment at Cancer Care in Winnipeg on August 25. 2 weeks after the end of the treatments, his steps were getting slower and harder and he was admitted to HSC again. He was diagnosed with a serious infection and had another emergency surgery. After 7 1/2 weeks at HSC, and the Morris hospital, Danny went home to meet Jesus face to face.

Danny is survived by Florence, his loving wife of 47 years, son Carl and Lisa (Isaiah, Jacob, Sam, Malachi), son Marc and Amy (Micah, Justice), daughter Corrina and Derrick (Freya), and daughter Marilyn. He is also survived by siblings Ester Loewen, Ernie Loewen (Mary Ann), Ed Loewen (Joy), Laura Thiessen (Harold), Maryanne Siemens (Randy) and many nieces and nephews.

Danny was predeceased by his parents David and Tina Loewen, and sisters Linda and Liz.

Danny was born on the family farm. As a young man, his help was needed at home, and he took grade 9 and 10 by correspondence so he could help his parents while he studied. When Danny walked into the grade 11 classroom upon his return to school, Florence noticed him for the first time as a handsome young man. After his grade 12 graduation, Danny attended MIT in Winnipeg, and did his electrical apprenticeship, earning his Journeyman papers in 1970.

On June 20, 1970 Danny and Florence were married at the Rosenort EMC church. In 1979 his family, now including three kids moved back to the farm where he grew up. Another daughter was born shortly after, completing their family. With his electrical business established, he also started farming with his family. Danny was honest and enjoyed doing quality work.

Danny loved God’s creation. Working together with his family, he spent many happy hours making the yard look spot on. Danny loved flowers and gardens and was thankful for the beauty they provided in their daily lives. He was pleased that he was able to make a garden with Florence this year. They enjoyed drives west to check the growing crops throughout the summer. Harvest was always a celebration of working together as families and being thankful for God’s rich blessing.

Danny valued connection with friends at the coffee shop, job site, or church. He was well-respected and known for his quiet nature, quick wit, and integrity. He loved to discuss politics and current events; he always loved a good story. At family gatherings, Danny was often seen in conversation with his nieces and nephews, making a point of connecting with them and finding out about their lives.

Reading the Bible and praying was important to Danny, as was the salvation of their children and grandchildren. Danny and Florence sang hymns together, memorized comforting verses, and prayed every morning for family and friends. When people prayed for him during his illness, he would add “thank-you Jesus” at the end.

Danny served the church and the wider community. He was generous with his time and money when he believed in a cause. He was willing to help, whether financially or with his time and skills. He believed in the importance of mission work and having a son in the mission field made supporting missions much more personal.

Danny cared deeply for Florence and his family until the end. His heritage was rooted in Christ and his faith carried him until the day he went to be with Jesus, the true healer.

The funeral service was held at the Rosenort Evangelical Mennonite Church on Friday November 17 with pastor Darren Plett officiating.

As published in The Carillon on Nov 21, 2017