ALBERT HILDEBRANDT

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ALBERT HILDEBRANDT Peacefully, on Wednesday, July 4, 2001, at the Beausejour Hospital, Mr. Albert Hildebrandt passed into the hands of his Saviour, with his family at his side. He was predeceased by his loving wife Elsie in 1997; his parents, Gustave and Florentina Hildebrandt; his granddaughter Barb Zielke (Honke) in 1999; and numerous brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. Left to mourn his passing are his four daughters and their husbands, Alice Honke and Irvin, Shirley Knopf and Harvey, Sandra Turchyn and Ron, Sally Stuart and Rick. He had 11 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren, Glenn Honke and Grace (Bradley and Heather) Terry Mazur and Ernie (Michael and Jarrett) (great-grandchildren, Shandal and Shayla Zielke) Chris Honke and Linda; Lawrence Honke and Carrie (Coree, Jessie and Aurora) Karen Guimond and Danny (Stuart and Jennifer) Denise Henderson and Chuck (Charles and Steven) Tammy Frederickson and Chris (Rebecca and Sara) Leon Herzog and Darlene (Kevin and Rylee) Leah Herzog and Neil; Tracey Blaikie (Spencer) Carrie Turchyn Warnke and Dave; and many nieces and nephews. Albert was born in Whitemouth, MB on July 22, 1913. He married Elsie Klapprat on May 6, 1934. They farmed and lived in Whitemouth and area for 42 years, moved to Kelowna, BC for three years, then moved to Beausejour in 1979 to spend the remainder of their years near their many family and friends. Albert sold their home in 1997 following Elsies move to East Gate Lodge Personal Care Home. He moved to Stoney Plains Terrace Senior Home where he resided until his passing. Albert was a caring and giving person and in his younger years, he generously devoted time and energy to community and especially church activities. He rarely missed a Sunday church service. He loved playing horseshoes, cutting firewood, fixing bicycles, and had a real passion for music and singing. His vibrant baritone voice will be remembered by all who had the pleasure of hearing him sing. There will be viewing on Sunday, July 8 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. with special music and memories by the family at 7:30 p.m. at the Sobering Funeral Chapel, Park Avenue East, Beausejour. Funeral services will be held on Monday, July 9 at 2:00 p.m. in the Zion Lutheran Church with Pastor Michael Cone officiating. Interment will follow at the Zion Lutheran Church cemetery. Pallbearers will be his grandchildren, Glenn Honke, Terry Mazur, Denise Henderson, Chris Honke, Carrie Turchyn Warnke, Leon Herzog and Leah Herzog. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Zion Lutheran Church, Beausejour, MB R0E 0C0. MISS ME, BUT LET ME GO When I come to the end of the road And the sun has set for me, I want no rites in a gloom filled room Why cry for a soul set free? Miss me a little, but not too long And not with your head bowed low, Remember the love that we once shared Miss me, but let me go. For this is a journey we all must take And each must go alone, Its part of the Masters Plan A step on the road to home. So when you are lonely and sick at heart Go to the friends we know, And bury your sorrow in doing good deeds Miss me, but let me go. SOBERING FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM in care of arrangements. Phone 268-3510 or MB toll free 1-877-776-2220

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 07, 2001