2022 – kehler.ca

Jake Dyck (1953-2022)

Jake was born in Steinbach, Manitoba, in 1953 and passed away surrounded by family at Health Sciences Centre in November 21, 2022 at the age of 69.

Jake leaves behind his beloved wife of 44 years Dianne, his daughter Kassie (Nathan), sisters Helene and Anne (Don), in-laws Myrna (Ray), Andy (Paula), Barb (Ken), Lorna (Gord), Edna (Sjoerd), Richard, nieces and nephews Lisa (Dan), Leilani (Tom), Leighton (Jenna), Natasha (Jeremy), Josh, Jackie (Randy), Cara (Ken), Barry (Jodie), Andrea (Greg), Leia (Mike), Robby (Tracey), AJ, Sydney (Patrick), Mikhail, Anastasia (Brad), Victoria, Ilse (Chris), Nicolas, Eric, as well as many grand-nieces and nephews. Continue reading “Jake Dyck (1953-2022)”

Henry Peters Kehler (1931-2022)

It is with mixed emotions that we announce the passing of Henry Kehler. We are happy for him because it was the desire of his heart to go to be with Jesus for a while already.

Henry was born at home on October 24, 1931, to Henry S. and Agatha Kehler. He had an interesting life, probably unusual to many people. He never married but looked after his parents as long as was necessary.

Henry passed away on Sunday morning, November 20, 2022. Continue reading “Henry Peters Kehler (1931-2022)”

Helena Kehler Hildebrandt (1940-2022)

Helen Kehler Hildebrandt1940-2022 — Helen Kehler Hildebrandt
1940-2022

On Saturday, November 19, 2022, Helen Kehler Hildebrandt passed away peacefully at Bethesda Place in Steinbach, Manitoba.

Helen Hildebrandt was born on March 5, 1940 in Steinbach to Helena and David S. Kehler. She completed her education at a small country school outside of Steinbach before marrying her husband, Bill, on August 2, 1958. Continue reading “Helena Kehler Hildebrandt (1940-2022)”

Christmas in Chortitz 2022

Everyone is invited to the Chortitz Heritage Church in Randolph for a time of singing familiar German Christmas carols, a short meditation, and refreshments.
Saturday, December 10, 2022
3:00 pm

Brennan Peters awarded Journeyman of the Year Award

Penn-Co carpenter garners provincial award
The Carillon

A 26-year-old tradesperson who is already a decade into his carpentry career won a provincial award Nov. 2, capping off a banner year that saw him become a certified journeyperson and a father too.

Brennen Peters was named rural journeyperson of the year at the 16th annual Apprenticeship Awards of Distinction. Continue reading “Brennan Peters awarded Journeyman of the Year Award”

Tina Kornelsen Kehler (1937-2022)

On Tuesday, September 27th, 2022, our wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister, Tina Kehler left us to be with her Lord and Savior at the age of 85.

Tina leaves to cherish her memory: her husband of 64 years of marriage, Reuben Wellington Kehler; her children: Cliff (Tammy), Dolores (Mike), Audrey and Blake (Pamela Juneau and son Evan) as well as five grandchildren Christopher, Courtney, Natasha, Nick and Aimy and two Great-grandchildren Cayden & Tianna. She is survived by three sisters Jessie Froese, Frieda Martins, Linda Kornelsen and one brother-in-law Norman Friesen (Lena). Continue reading “Tina Kornelsen Kehler (1937-2022)”

Harold Joseph Grunwald (1937-2022)

On August 22, 2022, Harold Grunwald passed away peacefully in Winnipeg at the age of 85. During a work career spanning over 50 years, he mastered with ease many jobs ranging from upholstery to assembling heavy electrical transformers. He retired from Pauwels (Formerly Federal Pioneer Electric) in 2002. Continue reading “Harold Joseph Grunwald (1937-2022)”

A Collection of Stories about Peter J.B. Reimer

A new spiral bound book has been released, by Syd Reimer – A Collection of Stories About My Dad, Peter J.B. Reimer.

Peter J.B. Reimer wrote a weekly column in the Scratching River Post, “Allerhand in der Deutchen Ecke”, and Ralph Friesen has translated them into English. Many of the stories, were ones that Syd Reimer had never seen about his father’s life.

A Collection of Stories – Peter J.B. Reimer, by Syd Reimer

At 89 years old, Syd is proud to share these stories with the Kehler Clan! Together with his wife Helen, Syd lives in Winnipeg and has enjoyed the challenge of collaborating many stories into one book.

For cost and delivery, contact us by sending an email to berliner@kehler.ca

Karmen Lacey Peters (2005-2022)

It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of our daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, and friend. Karmen Lacey Peters passed on April 10th, 2022. She was 16 years old and a student at Ste Anne Collegiate.

Karmen was born on June 7th, 2005 at Ste Anne Hospital. From the moment she was born everyone fell in love with her. Her captivating smile brightened everyone’s day while her carefree laugh drew everyone closer to her. As she grew, her magnetic personality just made her all the more endearing to the people who had the fortune to spend time with her. Continue reading “Karmen Lacey Peters (2005-2022)”