JACOB J. DYCK

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JACOB J. DYCK Surrounded by loving family, Jacob (J.J.) Dyck, 82, of Springstein, Man., passed away peacefully at Grace Hospital April 24, 2001. He is survived by his wife Anne (Schlichting) three children, daughter Edith (Peter) Thiessen of Dalmeny, Sask., son Gerald (Susan) Dyck of Springstein, daughter Katherine (Lee) Gregory of Fisher Branch, Man.; 11 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; three sisters, Helen Harder and Mary (George) Harder of B.C., Nettie (Peter) Dyck of Headingley, Man.; numerous brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and neighbours. Kind and gentle, full of humour, low chuckling laughter, the eternal optimist, always ready to affirm; slow to speak until he had something worthwhile to say; Faith like a Rock, quick to forgive and apologize when necessary; not given to being overly emotional but giving his big hand heartily in a friendly warm grasp. A farmer all his life, he remained true to his "calling" to the end. A lover of nature (his ducks came back to the pond a few days before he died), he planted trees and shrubs and was duly proud of his farmstead, a proud father and grandfather, husband and friend. J.J. was also an avid reader of history and true-life adventure. It has been said that the true legacy of a man is in the good memories he leaves behind. If that is true, then J.J. was a rich man indeed! We will miss him - "Rest in peace Dad." The funeral service will be held at the Springstein Mennonite Church on Monday, April 30 at 2:00 p.m. Viewing prior to the service at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, if friends so desire, donations may be made to Canadian Food Grains Bank. Arrangements entrusted to: BIRCHWOOD FUNERAL CHAPEL 150 Penfeld Dr., Steinbach, Man. 1-888-454-1030 or 1-204-346-1030

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 27, 2001