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NEIL W. PETERS
Born: Dec 18, 1931
Date of Passing: Feb 02, 2021
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NEIL W. PETERS
December 18, 1931 - February 2, 2021
He is survived by his wife Eva; five daughters; three sons and their families. He was predeceased by his first wife Elma; one son-in-law; one grandson and one great- grandson. Also left to cherish his memory are Eva's children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
We, Dad's family, will remember him as a man of faith, with love for his large family and his career of farming.
Funeral service was held February 5, 2021 at Birchwood Funeral Chapel with burial at Silberfeld cemetery. Donations made be made to Canadian Food Grains Bank or a charity of your choice.
Publish Date: Feb 13, 2021
NEIL W. PETERS
December 18, 1931 – February 2, 2021
He is survived by his loving wife, Eva Kehler, and his five daughters and three sons: Marilyn (Menno) Rempel, Shirley Schroeder, Jim (Sharon) Peters, Debra (Al) Reimer, Lorraine (Jake) Wiebe, Cliff Peters, Randy (Ang) Peters, and Mona (Trevor) Wiebe, as well as 22 grandchildren and their spouses, and 24 great-grandchildren.
Also left to cherish his memory are Eva's children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Dad was predeceased by his first wife Elma (Toews), one son-in-law, one grandson, and one great-grandson.
Dad was born on December 18, 1931, to Cornelius and Agatha Peters, the fourth of ten children. He grew up and attended school in Randolph, Manitoba. In his mid- teens, he spied a lovely young lady named Elma Toews and pursued her romantically with the goal to make her his wife. This wish came true on July 26, 1952, when they were joined in marriage at Steinbach CMC church. They were blessed with 56 years together.
After several different jobs and moves, Dad and Mom purchased her parents' farm and Dad began to pursue another one of his passions – farming. His hard work and determination paid off as the farm succeeded and Dad was able to do what he loved, to take care of his family. They lived and farmed and raised their eight children there until 1985, when Jim purchased the family farm and Mom and Dad moved to another farm a few miles away. In 2001, they moved to Steinbach, but it seemed that Dad's heart stayed on the farm. He made many drives back there to see how things were going. On May 16, 2009, Mom passed away and Dad deeply missed his sweetheart. He continued to live on his own in their home until another lovely lady caught his attention. Dad married Eva Kehler on April 6, 2013, and moved a few blocks over to her house. The love and companionship of Eva gave him a new lease on life and he enjoyed gaining even more children and grandchildren, as well someone to cook for him again! We children are so thankful to Eva for her care and love for our dad!
Dad was baptized upon confession of his faith in the Randolph CMC church and later became a faithful member of the Silberfeld CMC. He served in various positions including Sunday School teacher, superintendent, and on the Mission Board. Missionaries and their work were very important to Dad and he generously supported many individuals and organizations over the years.
We are thankful for the strong example Dad set for us children to work hard, love deeply, and honour the Lord our God.
A private family livestreamed service was held on Friday, February 5, 2021, at 3:00 p.m. at Birchwood Funeral Chapel, with interment at the Silberfeld Cemetery.
The link will remain on our website for 90 days following the service for further viewing opportunities.
https://www.oneroomstreaming.com/view/authorise.php?k=161232446198749
Should friends so desire, donations in memory of Neil may be made to Canadian Food Grains Bank or to a charity of one's choice.
Publish Date: Feb 11, 2021
As published in The Carillon, Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 11, 2021, Feb 13, 2021