JOHN H. TOEWS

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JOHN H. TOEWS Peacefully on Thursday, September 20, 2001, John H. Toews died in the care of St. Boniface Hospital. Born on April 12, 1923, he was predeceased by his loving wife of 54 years, Herta Toews (nee Poetker) and his eldest daughter Kathleen. John is survived by his eldest son Lorne (and Myrna) Toews, his daughter Eleanor Toews, and his youngest son Marlow (and Sena) Toews. John loved his children dearly, as well as his 11 grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. Also surviving John are four siblings, Annie, Victor, Lena, and Henry, who will miss his brotherly strength. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at St. Boniface Hospital who tenderly cared for him during his stay. We also extend our appreciation to the staff of "Johns" favourite restaurant who graciously treated him like their own. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 27 at Elmwood M.B. Church on 145 Henderson Hwy. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Manitoba Heart and Stroke Foundation. "Opi, well never forget your stories."

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 25, 2001