Magdalena R. Lebold

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• Name: Magdalena R. Bender
• Name: Mattie Leobold
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-12079
• Residence: 1871, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1883, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1911, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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Bender.-Magdalena Lebold Bender, daughter of the late Christian and Barbara Lebold, was born in Waterloo Co., Ont., Can., Dec. 9, 1859. In her sixteenth year she accepted Christ as her personal Savior and was received through water baptism by Bishop John Gascho into the Amish Mennonite Church in Waterloo Co., Ont. and was a faithful sister till she fell asleep in Christ Jesus. On Dec. 9, 1883, she was joined in holy wedlock to Bro. Samuel M. Bender of Waterloo Co., Ont., living happily together 46 years less one day. This union was blessed with four children, one son and three daughters. She died on Jan. 8, 1928; aged 69 y. 29 d. She leaves to mourn their loss her husband, 1 son, 2 daughters (1 daughter having predeceased her), 12 grandchildren, 3 brothers and 1 sister. Burial was at Steinman Church, Jan. 11. Services at the home by Bro. Osiah Cressman. Text, 1 Thess. 4: 13-18; and at the church by Bro. Dan. S. Jutzi in German. Text, 1 Pet. 1: 13-25, and Jac. R. Bender in English, text 1 Jno. 3: 2.

Gospel Herald - Volume XXI, Number 44 - January 31, 1929 - pp 925-928

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In Loving Memory. Died At Baden, on Tuesday, January 8th, 1929 Magdalena Lebold Beloved wife of Samuel Bender Aged 69 years and 30 days Funeral Will take place from her late residence on Friday, January 11th, at 1.30 o'clock p.m. to the Baden A.-M. Church and Cemetery. Friends and acquaintances will please accept this intimation.

Funeral Card

Magdalena married Samuel M. Bender 9 Jan 1883, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Samuel (son of Johannes B. "John" Bender and Catherine "Katie" Miller) was born 3 Jun 1859, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 10 May 1930, Baden, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Steinmann Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Leah L. Jutzi
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-86658
• Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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Jutzi. - Leah, daughter of Samuel Bender, New Hamburg, Ont., was born Jan. 30, 1884, in Waterloo Co., Ont. She united in marriage with Jacob Jutzi Jan 4, 1906. to this union were born 2 sons and 3 daughters. She died at their home in Perth Co., Ont., Nov. 22, 1915; aged 31 y. 9 m. 23 d. She leaves to mourn her early departure a sorrowing husband, 4 children, father, mother, 1 brother, 2 sisters. In 1901 she accepted Jesus as her Savior and united with the A. Mennonite Church and remained faithful to the end. Sister Jutzi was of a gentle and peaceful nature. She was confined to her bed for four weeks through which time she bore her suffering patiently, always submissive to the Lord, talking much of the joy to be with the Lord till she passed away, peacefully and quietly to be with Jesus. Funeral on Nov. 24 at the house by Christian Kropf and at the Poole A. M. Church by Christian Gascho (opening services) and sermon by the writer (Text, Psa. 16: 11; 11 Cor. 5: 1) The remains were laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery.

Mother, thou hast left us lonely,
Here thy loss we deeply feel.
But 'twas God that came and took thee,
He can all our sorrows heal.
Peter Boshart.

Gospel Herald - Volume VIII, Number 37 - December 9, 1915 - Page 607, 608

Leah married Jacob B. Jutzi 1906. Jacob (son of Samuel B. Jutzi and Catherine Brenneman) was born 11 Apr 1882, , Perth Co., Ontario, Canada; died 28 Nov 1937, Baden, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Steinmann Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Sarah Yutzi
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-86659
• Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1911, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Domestic - at home
• Occupation: 1911, Haysville, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Domestic, Private House
• Residence: 1911, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1911, Haysville, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1921, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1930, Kingwood, Wellesley Township, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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Yutzi, Sarah (Mrs. John)

Peacefully, on Friday, Nov. 4 at Nithview Home, New Hamburg, Mrs. Sarah Yutzi, formerly of Baden and Kitchener. Sarah was born in Wilmot township 97 years ago. She was a daughter of the late Samuel Bender and the late Magdalena Lebold. She was a member of the Maple View Mennonite Church, Wellesley. Dear mother of Anson of Wellesley, Erns of Baden and Elmer of RR 2, West Montrose, Gladys (Mrs. Roy Denyer) of Kitchener, and Clara (Mrs. Norman Erb) of Wellesley. Lovingly remembered by 15 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband John C.B. Yutzi in 1929. Also predeceased by one brother Allen and by two sisters, Leah and Katie. Visitation at the Futher Bros. Funeral Home, 40 Henry St., Wellesley. At 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 7, removal made to the Maple View Mennonite Church for the funeral service at 2 p.m. Rev. Alvin Leis and Rev. Glen Jantzi and Rev. Alan Nafzinger officiated. Interment in the church cemetery.

New Hamburg Independent Nov 9 1983 pg 15

Sarah married John C. B. Yutzi 5 Oct 1911. John (son of Samuel B. Jutzi and Catherine Brenneman) was born 9 May 1883, South Easthope Twp., Perth Co., Ontario, Canada; died 9 Mar 1929, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Maple View Mennonite Cemetery, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-180528
• Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1911, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer - Felt factory
• Residence: 1911, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1921, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer
• Residence: 1921, 36 Waterloo St., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1921, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran

Allan married Magdalena "Mattie Jantzi 21 Jun 1922. Magdalena (daughter of Daniel B. Jantzi and Magdalena Oesch) was born 17 Mar 1896, , Minnesota, USA; died 17 May 1955; was buried , Steinmann Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Allan — Laura Catherine Oesch. Laura was born 26 Mar 1893, Pigeon, Huron, Michigan, USA; died 9 Jul 1965, London, Middlesex, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Poole Mennonite Cemetery, Mornington Twp., Perth Co., Ontario. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Catherine Steinman
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-86661
• Residence: 1911, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1930, Vineland, Welland Co., Ontario

Catherine — David Steinman. David (son of Noah G. Steinman and Leah R. Schwartzentruber) was born 20 Dec 1895, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Salome Zehr
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-130790

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Zehr.- Salome, daughter of Jacob and Leah (Bender) Jutzi, was born in North Easthope Twp., Pa.[should read Perth County], Mar. 6, 1907; died of cancer at Nithview Home, New Hamburg, Ont., July 7, 1985; aged 78 y. On Sept. 19, 1928, she was married to Christian Zehr, who survives. Also surviving are 2 sons (Delford and Carl), one daughter (Velma Cook), 3 grandchildren, one brother (Alvin Jutzi), and one sister (Ada-Mrs. Stanley Erb). She was a member of Steinmann Mennonite Church, where funeral services were held on July 9, in charge of Fred Lichti; interment in Steinmann Mennonite Cemetery.

Gospel Herald - Volume 78, Number 32 - August 6, 1985, page 554.

Salome married Christian Zehr 19 Sep 1928. Christian (son of John S. Zehr and Catherine K. Schultz) was born Jan 1902, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 13 Apr 1986, Tavistock, East Zorra Twp., Oxford County, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Steinmann Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-152367

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Jutzi, Emerson John, son of Jacob B. and Leah (Bender) Jutzi, was born in North Easthope Twp., Ont., Dec. 22, 1910; died at Brantford, Ont., Mar. 25, 1983; aged 72 y. On Dec. 17, 1939, he was married to Ahleda Brenneman, who survives. Also surviving are 2 daughters (Katherine-Mrs. Richard Bender, and Sharon-Mrs. Earl Metzger), one son (Rick), 5 grandchildren, one brother (Alvin Jutzi) and 2 sisters (Salome Zehr and Ada Erb.) He was preceded in death by one son (Clare) and one daughter (Janice). Hew as a member of Steinmann Mennonite Church, where funeral services were held on Mar. 30, in charge of Vernon B. Zehr, Fred Lichti, and Elmer Schwartzentruber; interment in Steinman's Mennonite Cemetery.

Gospel Herald - Volume 76, Number 18 - May 3, 1983 - page 318

Emerson married Ahleda Brenneman (daughter of Aaron Brenneman and Catherine Erb) [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-188178

Alvin — Verna Mae Bender. Verna (daughter of Elias Bender and Magdalena Zehr) was born 6 Aug 1915, East Zorra Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 20 Oct 2008, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Steinmann Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Gladys Irene Denyer
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-36512
• Residence: 1921, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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GLADYS DENYER, IRENE 1912 - 2006 Peacefully, in her 94th year, at St. Mary's Hospital in Kitchener, Gladys died on Tuesday, March 21, 2006, after a fascinating and successful life. To the end, she remained feisty and independent. Beloved wife of the late Roy J. Denyer, who predeceased her January 13, 1982. Dear mother of Dorothy and her husband Kenneth Fisher of Guelph. She will be lovingly remembered by her grandchildren, Leslie (her husband Conor Brogan) and Gwen Fisher of Montreal. She was the dear sister of Clara Erb of New Hamburg. She was predeceased by her parents, Sarah (Bender) and John Yutzi; brothers Anson, Erlis and Elmer Yutzi. She was a longtime and faithful member of St. John's Lutheran Church in Waterloo. Throughout her life, she cared deeply about those less fortunate and her actions quietly demonstrated this character trait. Friends are invited to share their memories of Gladys with her family at the Edward R. Good Funeral Home, 171 King Street South, Waterloo on Tuesday, March 28, 2006, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. The service to celebrate her life and faith will be held in the chapel of the funeral home on Wednesday, March 29, 2006, at 11 a.m., with Rev. Val Henning officiating. Following the service in the chapel, family and friends are invited to the Fireside Reception Room of the funeral home for refreshments and a time to visit with the family. Interment will follow in Memory Gardens. The family is extremely grateful to the nursing staff of the fifth floor, St. Mary's Hospital. Their caring attitude and thorough professionalism is a role model for the practice of medicine. In memory of Gladys, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy and can be arranged through the funeral home.

Waterloo Region Record, Kitchener, Ontario March 27, 2006, pg B.7

Gladys — Roy John Denyer. Roy (son of Jacob Wagner Schmidt and Emma Berger, son of Henry Denyer and Emma Berger) was born Jul 1899, , Ontario, Canada; died 12 Jan 1982; was buried , Memory Gardens Cemetery, Breslau, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Clara Erb
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-25564
• Residence: 1921, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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ERB, Clara - Passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2009, at her residence, Nithview Community, New Hamburg. Clara was formerly of RR 2, Wellesley and was born 95 years ago in Wilmot Township. A daughter of the late John B. and Sarah (Bender) Yutzi. Beloved wife of the late Norman O. Erb who predeceased her August 18, 1979. Cherished mother of sons, Wilfred (predeceased December 31, 2007) and Velma Erb of Waterloo, Stanley and Doris Erb of Wellesley, Ralph and Elaine Erb of Seven Persons, Alberta, Lloyd and Jean Erb of RR 2, Wellesley. Sadly missed by grandchildren, Jeanette and David George, Margaret and Jim Rudy, Paul and Melissa Erb, Pam Erb, Kevin and Tracey Erb, Jeff Erb, Rosalynn and Daryl Cressman, Christopher Erb, Landon and Jessica Erb, Julian Erb, Reid Erb, Lisa Erb, Wendy and Ron O'Rourke, Mike Erb and David Erb; great-grandchildren, Matthew, Aaron, Trevor and Chantal, Crystal, Corey, Madison, Mykaela, Daniel, Emma and Gracie and great-great-grandchildren, Brody, Mikayla and Joshua. Also remembered by sister-in-law, Miriam Yutzi of Baden and a number of nieces and nephews. Clara was predeceased by her sister, Gladys and Roy Denyer; brothers, Anson and Mary Yutzi, Erlis Yutzi, Elmer and Agnes Yutzi and a number sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law. Clara was a member of Mapleview Mennonite Church, RR 2, Wellesley where she participated in the sewing circle and taught Sunday School. She worked for many families during her teenage years and enjoyed gardening and quilting. Family and friends may call at the Mark Jutzi Funeral Home , 291 Huron Street, New Hamburg on Wednesday, May 13, 2009 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will take place at the funeral home on Thursday May 14, 2009 at 11 a.m. with Pastor Bruce Sawatsky and Pastor Amsey Martin officiating. A reception will follow immediately following the service. The burial to follow at Mapleview Mennonite Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to Nithview Community, Canadian Diabetes Association or the Alzheimer Society of Canada. On line condolences and donation information available at www.markjutzifuneralhomes.ca

Waterloo Region Record, Kitchener, Ontario - May. 11, 2009

(2023) Markjutzifuneralhomes.ca. Available at: https://www.markjutzifuneralhomes.ca/memorials/erb-clara/4021066/obit.php?&printable=true (Accessed: 5 September 2023).

Clara married Norman O. Erb 22 Nov 1934. Norman (son of John Litwiller Erb and Barbara Oesch) was born 13 May 1908, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 18 Aug 1979, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First St. Pauls Lutheran Cemetery, Wellesley Village, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Anson Samuel Yutzi
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-131872
• Residence: 1921, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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YUTZI, Anson S.

Suddenly, on Tuesday, Jan. 6, 1987, in Wellesley, Anson Samuel Yutzi of 145 Queen St. E., Wellesley. Mr. Yutzi was born in Wilmot township, 71 years ago.

He was a son of the late John Yutzi and the late Sarah Bender. A member of Maple View Mennonite Church, he farmed in Wellesley township before retiring in 1969. He was also employed at the K-W Hospital from 1969 to 1979. Beloved husband of the former Mary Elizabeth Albrecht of Wellesley; beloved father of Delford and his wife Marlene of New Hamburg, Donald and his wife Amita of New Hamburg, Reta (Mrs. Harold Steinmann) of Wellesley, Diane (Mrs. Robert Anger) of New Hamburg and Mary Jane (Mrs. Larry Falk) of Wellesley; dear brother of Elmer Yutzi of St. Jacobs, Gladys (Mrs Roy Denyer) of Kitchener, Clara (Mrs. Norman Erb) of Wellesley. Lovingly remembered by 14 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by one brother, Erlis Yutzi in 1986. Visitation at the Futher Bros. Funeral Home, Wellesley, where the family will receive friends this evening (Wednesday) from 7-9 and Thursday 2-4 and 7-9. At 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 9. removal will be made to the Maple View Mennonite Church for the funeral service at 2: 30, Rev. Alvin Leis and Rev. Alan Nafziger will officiate. Interment to follow in the church cemetery.

The Kitchener-Waterloo Record 7 Jan 1987

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Anson Yutzi

Funeral service was held Friday in Wellesley for Anson Samuel Yutzi, of 145 Queen street east, Wellesley. He died January 6, 1987, in Wellesley. He was 71.

He was the husband of Mary Elizabeth Albrecht; father of Delford and Donald Yutzi, and Diane (Mrs. Robert Anger), all of New Hamburg, Reta (Mrs. Harold Steinmann and Mary Jane (Mrs. Larry Falk), both of Wellesley; brother of Elmer Yutzi, of St. Jacobs, Gladys (Mrs. Roy Denyer), of Kitchener, and Clara (Mrs. Norman Erb), of Wellesley; also survived by 14 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren; predeceased by his parents, John Yutzi and Sarah Bender, and one brother, Erlis Yutzi.

Burial was in Maple View Mennonite cemetery.

Elmira Independent 13 Jan 1987 pg 21

Anson — Mary Elizabeth Albrecht. Mary (daughter of George E. Albrecht and Elizabeth "Lizzie" Schmidt) was born 29 Aug 1917, of, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 2003; was buried , Maple View Mennonite Cemetery, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-131869
• Residence: 1921, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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YUTZI, Erlis Roy -- Passes away suddenly, on Saturday, Jan. 11, 1986, at his residence, 28 Christian St., Baden, in his 68th year. He was a member of the Wilmot Mennonite Church, RR 2, New Hamburg; was an employee of Steed and Evans Limited for a number of years and for three years was a crossing guard at Baden Public School, prior to his retirement in 1985. Beloved husband of the former Miriam Bender; dear father of Gail and her husband William White of RR 2, Baden and John and his wife Brenda of Waterloo. Also surviving are five grandchildren and two sisters, Mrs. Gladys Denyer of Kitchener, and Mrs. Clara Erb of Wellesley. Two brothers Anson of Wellesley and Elmer of St. Jacobs. He was predeceased by his parents, the late John Yutzi and the former Sarah Bender. Friends and relatives may call at the Mark Jutzi Funeral Home, 291 Huron St., New Hamburg after 2 p.m. today (Monday), until noon Tuesday, Jan. 14, when transfer will be made to Wilmot Mennonite Church, RR 2, New Hamburg for the service at 2 o'clock, with Rev. Orland Gingerich and Rev. Will Stoltz officiating. Interment to follow in the church cemetery.

The Kitchener-Waterloo Record 13 Jan 1986

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-124044

Elmer — Agnes Kathleen Valad. Agnes was born 24 Jun 1929; died 29 Apr 2007, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Saint Teresa's Roman Catholic Cemetery, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-181542

Urie — Dorothy Marie Kipfer. Dorothy (daughter of Daniel Kipfer and Marie Murawsky) was born 29 Nov 1924, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 7 Jul 2004, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Wilmot Mennonite (formerly Geiger) Cemetery, Wilmot, Waterloo Region, Ontario. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Geraldine Magdalena Gascho
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-193176

Geraldine — John S. Gascho. John (son of Simeon Gascho and Sarah Schwartzentruber) was born 24 Jan 1926. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-302918

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Delford F., 71, London, Ont, died Jan. 24. Spouse: Grace Lebold Zehr. Parents: Christian and Salome Zehr (deceased). Other survivors: son John; two grandchildren. Funeral: Jan. 26 at Valleyview Mennonite Church, London.

The Mennonite, March 5, 2002, pages 25-27, Vol. 5, No. 5

Delford — Grace Catherine Lebold. Grace (daughter of Elmer A. Lebold and Catherine G. "Katie" Leis) was born 2 Aug 1932; died 8 Oct 2013, London, Middlesex, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Woodland Cemetery, London, Middlesex Co., Ontario. [Group Sheet]

Kathryn — Richard Ivan Bender. (son of Ivan Isaac Bender and Magdalena "Lena" Kropf) [Group Sheet]

Bruce — Ruth Evelyn Cressman. (daughter of Lloyd S. Cressman and Gladys Snyder) [Group Sheet]

Bruce married Marion Pearl "Pearl" Scheifele (daughter of David Earl "Earl" Scheifele and Minerva B. Hoffman) [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-160572
• Residence: 1979, Seven Persons, , Alberta

Ralph — Elaine Marie Zehr. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-160542
• Residence: 1979, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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ERB, Wilfred J. - Passed away peacefully to his eternal rest, at Freeport Health Centre, Kitchener, on Monday, December 31, 2007, after a courageous battle with complications from leukemia. Wilfred of Waterloo, formerly of RR2 Wellesley in his 73rd year. Beloved husband of Velma for 48 years. Loving father of Jeanette (David George) of Marietta Georgia, Margaret (Jim Rudy) of St. Clement's and Paul (Melissa) of Millbank. Dear grandfather of Matthew and Aaron George, Trevor Rudy (Chantal) of Renfrew, Crystal Rudy and Corey Rudy and his great-grandchildren, Brody Rudy and Mikayla Rudy. Loving son of Clara Erb of Nithview Home and the late Norman Erb (1979). Survived by his brothers, Stanley (Doris) of Wellesley, Ralph (Elaine) of Seven Persons, Alberta, and Lloyd (Jean) of RR 2 Wellesley. Wilfred was a faithful member of Maple View Mennonite Church, Wellesley. Friends may call at the Futher-Franklin Funeral Home , 1172 Henry Street, Wellesley, on Tuesday 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday (today) 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Services to be held on Thursday, January 3, 2008 at the Crosshill Mennonite Church, Crosshill, at 2 p.m. Interment to follow at Maple View Mennonite Cemetery. Donations to the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre, Canadian Diabetes Association or the building fund of Maple View Mennonite Church would be appreciated by the family.

THE RECORD, Kitchener, Ontario - Jan. 2, 2008

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WILFRED J. ERB In memory of a loving husband, father, Grandpa, and Great-grandpa who passed away one year ago on December 31, 2007. We cried that Monday morning that God did call your name. In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, Dad, you did not go alone, for part of us went with you, that day God called you home. You left us peaceful memories. Your love is still our guide. And though we cannot see you, you are always at our side. Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same, but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again. Loved and missed always, Velma, and children; Jeanette and Dave, Margaret and Jim, Paul and Melissa; grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

WATERLOO REGION RECORD, Kitchener, Ontario - Dec. 27, 2008

Wilfred — Velma Ethel Zehr. (daughter of Christian K. Zehr and Margaret J. Bender) [Group Sheet]

Stanley — Doris Nancy Gerber. (daughter of Christian E. "Chris" Gerber and Catherine "Katy" Erb) [Group Sheet]

Reta — Harold Steinman. (son of Elmer Steinmann and Beana Lebold) [Group Sheet]

Delford married Marlene Laura Jantzi (daughter of Alvin Jantzi and Elmina L. Gerber) [Group Sheet]

Diane — Robert Anger. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-173423

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Yutzi, Ron - Passed away at Grand River Hospital after a brief battle with cancer on June 22, 2013 with his adoring family at his side. Ron has been the love of Kim Yutzi's life for 38 years, the loving and devoted father of April (Ian) Hunter and Mark (Michelle) Yutzi, worlds best grandpa to Chloe, Parker, Liam and Spencer and cherished brother to Debbie Yutzi of St. Jacobs and Randy of Waterloo. The family will receive friends at Westmount Funeral Chapel, 1001 Ottawa Street South, Kitchener (519-743-8900). On Tuesday, June 25, 2013 from 2-4 and 7-9pm. A Funeral Service will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, June 26, 2013 at 11am. We wish to celebrate Ron's life and his passion for golf. We ask that you wear your finest Golf attire on Wednesday and share your fondest memories with our family. In lieu of flowers, donations made to the Grand River Hospital Cancer Centre in Ron's name would be appreciated by the family.

Waterloo Region Record 23 Jun 2013

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-193183

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Bender. --- Mary Jane, infant daughter of Urie A. and Dorothy Bender, Baden, Ont., was born Feb. 9, 1952; passed away Dec. 29, 1952; aged 10 m. 20 d. In heaven she awaits the coming of her parents and sister (Ruth Ann). A memorial service, in charge of Moses H. Roth, assisted by Orland Gingerich, was held at the Steinman A. M. Church Jan. 1. Interment was made in the Geiger Mennonite Cemetery.

Gospel Herald - Volume XLVII , Number 6 - February 10, 1953 --- page 141, 142

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-71668

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Bender. --- Mary Jane, infant daughter of Urie A. and Dorothy Bender, Baden, Ont., was born Feb. 9, 1952; passed away Dec. 29, 1952; aged 10 m. 20 d. In heaven she awaits the coming of her parents and sister (Ruth Ann). A memorial service, in charge of Moses H. Roth, assisted by Orland Gingerich, was held at the Steinman A. M. Church Jan. 1. Interment was made in the Geiger Mennonite Cemetery.

Gospel Herald - Volume XLVII , Number 6 - February 10, 1953 --- page 141, 142

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• Name: Linda Jean Jones
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-104566

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Lifetimes: Community nurse ceaseless advocate for those in need of support
Linda Jean Bender of Kitchener, born: Oct. 27, 1953, in Kitchener, died: Nov. 18, 2017, of a heart attack

When Linda Bender addressed issues about mental health, particularly suicide, the community nurse spoke with passion and conviction.

"We need to be compassionate," Linda told The Record in 2015 for an article on just how common mental health issues are in Canada. "It's not the one or few, anyone can have struggles with mental health."

Linda added that there is a terrible stigma related to suicide; people often feel they can't share their innermost thoughts, but she counselled, "It's OK to come forward when you are feeling helpless."

Linda had been team leader for mental health prevention and education services at the Waterloo Wellington branch of the Canadian Mental Health Association, a job she held for three decades before retiring and joining the staff as a mental health worker at Kitchener's Reception House, a support centre for refugees.

"She had a gentle, calming spirit, a wonderful laugh, and she was very generous with her time," said Marika Galadza, manager of community engagement at Reception House.

Linda faced a real challenge at the community-run agency, working with traumatized refugees who came to Canada often from war-torn countries. In a few cases, when Linda recognized a refugee was struggling to adapt to this new life, she would make an extra effort to help them adjust and find the right supports.

"Some of the clients could have ended up homeless if not for her help," said Marika. "A lot of cases took up a lot of her time."

Though Linda only started the job in October 2016 and was diagnosed with cancer this past April, she managed to help many clients and create a mental health wellness program for staff, among other programs. In her job with Canadian Mental Health, Linda was responsible for launching several innovative programs and training staff. She put her personal, caring spin on everything she did.

Though she was often in the forefront of new ideas, Linda was too humble to put herself in the spotlight.

"She really related to people and understood where they came from," said Marika. "People really loved her."

Linda was born into a Mennonite family of three daughters: Ruth Ann, Mary Jane and Linda. Tragically, Mary Jane died as an infant.

The family moved to the U.S. where Linda graduated high school before returning to Canada. She married, had a son Loren who died in infancy, and a daughter Ananda.

After divorcing her first husband, Linda, who had at that time been working in the service industry, decided to return to school and follow a career more suited to her caring personality.

"She needed to reinvent herself," said Doug Jones, a family therapist and Linda's husband of 10 years.

After completing nurse's training in 1984 at Conestoga College, Linda worked in a hospital for a time, but wasn't really satisfied.

"Her love was community nursing," said Doug, who met his wife at the old Station Hotel where both had gone with friends to listen to music and to dance. They were friends for years before getting serious, and he proposed in 2006 on a rubble-strewn beach in Collingwood as two rainbow arches reached for each other across Georgian Bay. It was a romantic moment, remembered Doug, and symbolized the deep love they shared.

Ruth Ann Scott remembers her sister as having "a wonderful gift and a great brain, a natural to go into nursing."

She said Linda was caring and loving, but she was also a strong-willed person "not afraid to say what she believed in, what was right."

Marika said Linda took the same approach in dealing with her cancer diagnosis in April.

"She was quite strong and approached her illness with grace," said Marika.

In the end, though, Linda, who was undergoing cancer treatment, died in Doug's arms of a heart attack following a stroll around their beloved old Kitchener neighbourhood.

"Linda had planned to go to Nicaragua after her next chemo session," said Doug. "She was really quite amazing."

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Hill, V. (2017). Lifetimes: Community nurse ceaseless advocate for those in need of support. TheRecord.com. Retrieved 26 December 2017, from https://www.therecord.com/news-story/8023896-lifetimes-community-nurse-ceaseless-advocate-for-those-in-need-of-support/

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BENDER, Linda Jean Passed away unexpectedly at the age of 64 on Saturday, November 18, 2017 with her husband at her side. She is survived by her husband Doug Jones, daughter Ananda Emch, father Urie Bender, sister Ruth Ann Scott, nieces Stephanie, Andrea (husband Charles and son Charlie) and Christa (sons Austin and Johnny) and Stepson/daughters Daniel, Christine, Jennifer, and Jaime, as well as her grandchildren Bryce, Drew, Austin, Hudson, Madison, and Cole. Predeceased by her Mother Dorothy Bender, Sister Mary Jane Bender, and former husband Larry Emch and her son Loren. Linda dedicated herself to her community through her house church, the Canadian Mental Health Association and Reception House in her role as a community nurse, and member of the community. She worked on many committees to improve services including her work on the Waterloo Region Suicide Prevention Council. She has been devoted and loving to her family and a dedicated mother to her daughter Ananda. Friends are encouraged to share their memories of Linda with her family during visitation at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King St. S., Waterloo on Thursday, November 23, 2017 from 6: 30 - 8: 30 P.M. and Friday, November 24, from 6: 30 - 8: 30 P.M. The funeral service will be held at Rockway Mennonite Church, 47 Onward Ave Kitchener on Saturday, November 25 at 11 A.M. Reception to follow in the church hall. Cremation and interment will take place at a later date. Condolences for the family and donations to The Working Centre or The Reception House can be arranged through the funeral home at, www.erbgood.com or 519-745-8445.

Waterloo Region Record 21 Nov 2017

Linda — Doug Jones. [Group Sheet]