Author: Berliner

Cornelius (Neil) P. Kehler (1929-2012)

Neil (Cornelius) Kehler (1929-2012)

Neil (Cornelius) Kehler passed away Monday, November 12, 2012 at Bethesda Hospital in Steinbach at the age of 83.

Neil is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Agnes. They were married in Randolph on July 31, 1955. Neil is lovingly remembered by his son Tim (Jackie) and daughter Sally (Gilles) and grandchildren Travis, Erin and Dana.

Neil is predeceased by his son Donald, grandson Christopher, brother Jim, brothers-in-law Eddy Thiessen, Harry Friesen, Ken Tompkins, Pete Neufeld and sister-in-law Bertha Rempel. Continue reading “Cornelius (Neil) P. Kehler (1929-2012)”

In Memory of Bill Aitken

 

Bill Aitken (1932-2010)
Bill Aitken (1932-2010)

It’s been two years since we lost Bill Aitken, our father, and husband of Marlene Aitken (nee Kehler). As a child, I thought my father would always be with me. He was a symbol of wisdom, authority, security and constancy. In many ways, that feeling never changed. But time waits for no one and my father’s time ended on September 29, 2010, in his own bedroom, surround by those that deeply loved him. Our sense of loss continues till this day. Continue reading “In Memory of Bill Aitken”

Ronald Benjamin Kehler (1942 – 2012)

Ronald Benjamin Kehler
Ronald Benjamin Kehler

Ronald Benjamin Kehler passed away peacefully,  September 1, 2012, at Beacon Hill Lodge in Winnipeg. Ron leaves behind his beloved wife Helga; his daughter Joyce Kirsch, son-in-law Brad and grandchildren Tanner and Kaylee; his son Todd Kehler-Yokobori, his daughter-in-law Tomoko, and grandson Ren.

He also leaves his sisters Violet Doerksen, Joyce and Cornie Stoesz, brothers Glen and Kathie, Rueben and Tina, Ken and Marge, Peter and Judy of Calgary and sister in-law Joan Kehler of Vancouver BC. Continue reading “Ronald Benjamin Kehler (1942 – 2012)”

The Purpose of a Blessing

Chris Kehler, Administrative Pastor at the Portage Alliance Church (PAC) shares the message “The Purpose of a Blessing” with the church congregation.

Chris Kehler, Administrative Pastor at the Portage Alliance Church (PAC) shares the message “The Purpose of a Blessing” with the church congregation.

 

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Citizenship Award

The Seine River School Division recently awarded one of their students, Kaylee Hope Peters, with the coveted Middle Years Citizenship Award

Karin (Kehler) Peters, with daughter Kaylee.
Karin (Kehler) Peters, with daughter Kaylee.

The Seine River School Division recently awarded one of their students, Kaylee Hope Peters, with the coveted Middle Years Citizenship Award.  Kaylee has also been nominated as their only representative at the Manitoba Provincial Citizenship Award, which will be formally presented in April 2013. Continue reading “Citizenship Award”

Reversed Racing: Kehler Father & Son Team

Wayne Kehler, together with his son Reegan have been busy all winter prepping their car, for the races at the Gimli Motorsports Park.

Kehler duo race their car at the Gimili Motorsports Park.
Kehler duo race their car at the Gimili Motorsports Park.

The Berliner Kehler clan is being represented at the Gimli Motorsports Park this summer once again.  In reversed racing, Wayne Kehler, together with his son Reegan have been busy all winter prepping their car, #200X. Winnipeg Sports Car Club holds five race weekends in the summer months at the Gimli Motorsports Park. These race weekends are two days of non-stop racing on the 1.45 mile, 10 corner race track. Continue reading “Reversed Racing: Kehler Father & Son Team”

Kehler Involved with Educating Mexico’s Children

Many Canadians and Americans visit Puerto Vallarta, especially during the winter months. Larry Kehler has been working with the children of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.

Fox with Art Fumerton and some of the children.
Fox with Art Fumerton and some of the children.

Many Canadians and Americans visit Puerto Vallarta, especially during the winter months. Larry Kehler has been working with the children of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico since 2002. He started with the Refugio Infentile Orphanage, raising money  for food and daily essentials.  These fund raising efforts helped the Orphanage to build a new and better place for the homeless children to live and call home.  Weekly shopping trips to Sam’s Club ensured they were well fed during the winter months. Summer months were more difficult, but they managed to keep them stocked during those months as well.  With the help of many tourists, and friends, the institution has been able to sustain itself. Continue reading “Kehler Involved with Educating Mexico’s Children”

Berliner Kehlers Called to Action

Lee Kehler, together with his son Chris, has introduced a unique product to the retail world. The product Grill Blaster is in a competition to get a coveted spot on Wal-Mart store shelves.

Grill Blaster BBQ Grill Cleaning System

Lee Kehler, together with son Chris, who introduced a unique product to the retail world in 2010, is challenging the Berliner Kehlers to support their product. The product Grill Blaster is currently in a competition to get a coveted spot on Wal-Mart store shelves.  In order to win, the product with the most votes by category will be rewarded by being showcased on the shelves of Wal-Mart stores across the United States of America. If you haven’t heard of Grill Blaster, here is a little video intro… Continue reading “Berliner Kehlers Called to Action”