CORNELIUS P FRIESEN

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CORNELIUS P (CP) FRIESEN Mr. Cornelius P. Friesen, formerly of Riverton, MB passed away peacefully at the Rest Haven Nursing Home in Steinbach on January 20, 2003, at the age of 87. He was predeceased by his daughter Caroline Barkman; son David; son Albert; and grandson Terry Klassen. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife Marie; son-in-law Ben Barkman and wife Phyllis, Harry (Levina) daughter-in-law Annie, daughter-in-law Hilda, Menno (Barb), Ron (Barb), Klass (Linda), Edna (Benjamin) Klassen, John (Ann), Ted (Annie), and Cornie (Laura). He will also be very much missed by his many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, siblings, and many dear friends. Cornie and Marie were married in 1937, and they farmed in Ste Anne. In 1957, they moved to Riverton, where they farmed and lived until 1998. Then when life on the home place was no longer feasible, they moved to Steinbach. Dad was best known for his many loves. His faith was of highest importance. He loved and trusted God, and looked to Him in hope. He revelled in and nourished his companionship with mother. Together, they reared 11 children, farmed, gardened, visited relatives and friends, and travelled. He loved his family dearly. Mom and Dad have many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; Dad loved them all and sought to affirm each one. Dad was always generous. Nothing was more important than people, and coffee time was any time especially when there were family and friends to share it with. Church involvement was always very important to Dad, and he taught Sunday School, and served on numbers of committees throughout his life. As well, Dad sat on numbers of community organizations school board, Co-op board, hospital board, and others. He loved nature, and enjoyed observing the growth of crops and garden; he loved roaming the bush in search of pulpwood and firewood. When he could no longer do hard physical work, he and Mom made many a quilt for people in need. We appreciate the considerate care the staff at Rest Haven Nursing Home, Bethesda Personal Care Home, and the Steinbach Hospital gave to Dad. We are thankful that Dads suffering is over, but we will miss him very much. Donations may be made in Cornies memory to Christian Aid Ministries; 3247 Bricker School Line; Route 3; Wallenstin, ON N0B 2S0. Funeral services will be held in both Steinbach and in Riverton to facilitate the attendance of family and friends. In Steinbach, the service will be held Friday evening, January 24 at Birchwood Funeral Chapel, with viewing at 6:00 p.m., and the service at 6:30 p.m. In Riverton, the service will be held on Saturday, January 25 at the Riverton Community Hall, viewing at 12:30 p.m., and the service at 1:00 p.m. Interment at Mennville E M Church Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to: Birchwood Funeral Chapel 150 Penfeld Dr.; Steinbach, MB 1-888-454-1030 or 1-204-346-1030

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 24, 2003