Alfred Knechtel

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• Eby ID Number: 00048-3576.1
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; [Member of New Jersulem Religion]
• Residence: 1875, Mannheim, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1875, Mannheim, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; [Member of New Jersulem Religion]
• Occupation: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1901, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; farmer
• Occupation: 1911, Petersburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Income
• Residence: 1911, Petersburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Retired: 1911, Petersburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Alfred married Elizabeth "Betty" Hallman 19 Jan 1875, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Elizabeth (daughter of Johann "John" Hallman and Sarah Elizabeth Bergey) was born 20 May 1851, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 21 Dec 1906, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Mannheim Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: 00048-3576.2

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• Name: Selina Witmer
• Eby ID Number: 00048-3576.4
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; [Member of New Jersulem Religion]
• Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1911, Petersburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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Witmer. - Selina Knechtel, beloved wife of Bro. J. W. Witmer, passed away at her home in Wilmot Township, Ont., on Friday evening, Nov. 10, 1933, in her 57th year. She leaves her husband and family, namely; Vernon, Luella (Mrs. Vernon Shott) of Kitchener, Grace (Mrs. Lloyd Sider) of Wainfleet, Ont., Edward, William, J. Eldon, and Melvin, all at home; also 4 sisters and 1 brother: Mrs. Alvin Bowman of Guernsey, Sask., Mrs. Henry Koch of Hanover, Ont., Mrs. Moses Bechtel; Mrs. Owen Bechtel, and Ephraim of Mannheim. The funeral took place Nov. 15, from the family residence and thence to Latschars Mennonite Church for services. Services in charge of Bro. Moses M. Brubacher assisted by Bro. Oscar Burkholder. Interment in adjoining cemetery.

Gospel Herald - Vol. XXVI, No. 38 - December 21, 1933, p. 814, 815
MRS. J. WESLEY WITMER - By Record Correspondent - New Dundee, Nov. 11 - Selina Knechtel, wife of J. Wesley Witmer, age 56 years, passed away at her home near here on Friday. Deceased was born in Waterloo County on Oct. 1, 1877. She was married on Jan. 10 of 1922. At the age of 14 years Mrs. Witmer was converted to the Mennonite faith and has been a member of the Mennonite Church since that time. Surviving are her husband, one brother, Ephriam Knechtel, near Mannheim, four sisters, Mrs. Alvah Bowman of Guernsey, Sask., Mrs. Hy. Koch, Durham, Alta., Mrs. Moses Bechtel and Mrs. Owen Bechtel near Mannheim. The funeral will be held on Wednesday with services at the home at 1: 30 o'clock and thence to the Latchar Mennonite Church. Casket bearers will be: Vernon, Edward, William, Eldon and Melvin Witmer and Clifford Knechtel.

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Selina married Rev. John Wesley Witmer 10 Jan 1922. John (son of Isaac Witmer and Leah Bear) was born 27 May 1879, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 14 Feb 1960, Hespeler (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Mannheim Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: 00048-3576.3

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• Name: Angeline Bowman
• Eby ID Number: 00048-3576.5
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; [Member of New Jersulem Religion]
• Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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Bowman, Angeline, daughter of Alfred and Elizabeth Knechtel, was born in Waterloo Co., Ont., July 15, 1879; died at the Watrous (Sask.) Hospital, May 17, 1969; aged 89 y. 10 m. 2 d. In 1901 she was married to Alvah S. Bowman, who died Oct. --, 1946. Surviving are 6 children (Eldon, Alfred, Mabel - Mrs. David Deckert, Clayton, Bertha - Mrs. Elmer Snider, and Florence Gingrich) and one brother (Ephraim). She was preceded in death by 2 sons (Fred and William). She was a member of the Sharon Church, Guernsey, Sask., where funeral services were held May 21, with James Mullet officiating, assisted by James Oglesby.

Gospel Herald - Volume LXII, Number 25 - June 24, 1969 pages 571, 572

Angeline — Alvah Bowman. Alvah (son of Rev. Moses C. Bowman and Lydia Shantz) was born 23 Feb 1879, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 7 Oct 1946, Guernsey, Saskatchewan; was buried , Sharon Mennonite Cemetery, Cressman, , Saskatchewan. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Clara Koch
• Eby ID Number: 00048-3576.6
• Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Clara — Henry R. Koch. Henry (son of David Koch and Elizabeth Reichert) was born 26 Feb 1877, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1 Jul 1926; was buried , Durham Cemetery, Durham, Bentinck, Grey Co., Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: 00048-3576.7
• Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1901, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer Son

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Ephriam Knechtel - Death claimed a well-known resident of the district last night at 11: 15 in the person of Ephriam Knechtel, aged 47 years. The deceased was born at the Knechtel homestead where his death occurred. His funeral will take place on Tuesday at 2 pm from his late residence, Mannheim, to Latchais Mennonite Church for service. Interment will be made in the Mennonite Cemetery. He leaves to mourn his loss one brother, Ephriam, Petersburg and five sisters, Mrs. J.W. Witmer, Petersburg; Mrs. Alvah Bowman of Guernsey, Sask.; Mrs. Henry Koch, Durham; Mrs. Moses Bechtel and Mrs. Owen Bechtel, Kitchener. The deceased was unmarried.

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• Eby ID Number: 00048-3576.8
• Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1901, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer Son
• Occupation: 1911, Petersburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1911, Petersburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1933, Mannheim, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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Knechtel, Ephraim, son of Alfred and Elizabeth (Hallman) Knechtel, was born in Wilmot Twp., Ont., Oct. 2, 1884; died at his home in Wilmot Twp., Ont., Nov. 5, 1974; aged 90 y. On Feb. 15, 1911, he was married to Edna Snyder, who survives. Also surviving are 3 sons (Clifford, Orval, and Alfred), 6 daughters (Grace, Dorothy, Fern, Lila, Erma, and Carol), 25 grandchildren, and 9 great-grandchildren. One son (Paul) preceded him in death. He was a member of Mannheim Mennonite Church, where funeral services were held on Nov. 8, in charge of Gordon Bauman and Leslie Witmer; interment in the Mannheim Cemetery

Gospel Herald - Vol. 68, No. 1 - January 7, 1975 - page 14

Ephraim married Edna Snyder 15 Feb 1911. Edna (daughter of Christian B. Snyder and Esther Bechtel) was born 19 Aug 1891, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 15 Jan 1989, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 18 Jan 1989, Mannheim Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Alberta Bechtel
• Name: Elleirda Knechtel
• Eby ID Number: 00048-3576.9
• Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1911, Petersburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1921, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1942, RR4, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Alberta married Moses S. Bechtel 23 Feb 1916. Moses (son of Noah C. Bechtel and Mary Ann Snyder) was born 18 Apr 1883, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1948, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Mannheim Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Melissa Bechtel
• Eby ID Number: 00048-3576.10
• Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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Bechtel-Melissa Knechtel, beloved wife of Owen Bechtel, passed away at her home near Mannheim, Ont., on Sunday, April 12, 1936; aged 46 y. 9 m. 29 d. She was a daughter of the late Alfred and Mrs. Knechtel; born near Mannheim, in Wilmot Twp., on June 14, 1889. She confessed Christ as her Savior and united with the Latschar Mennonite Church in 1904, to which she remained a faithful member until her death. On Nov. 27, 1912, she was united in marriage to Owen Bechtel. This union was blessed with 2 daughters and 5 sons, who along with her husband all remain to mourn her departure. They are: Ruby, Leonard, Elsie, Clinton, Delfred, Eldon, and Lloyd, all at home. She is also survived by 1 brother (Ephraim of Mannheim) and 3 sisters (Mrs. Alva Bowman of Guernsey, Sask.; Mrs. H. R. Koch of Durham, Ont.; and Mrs. Moses Bechtel of Mannheim, Ont.). The funeral was held at the Latschar Mennonite Church and was in charge of Bro. Manasseh Hallman. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Gospel Herald, May 14, 1936 - Vol. XXIX, No.7 - page 158,159,160

Melissa married Owen Snyder Bechtel 27 Nov 1912. Owen (son of Noah C. Bechtel and Mary Ann Snyder) was born 13 Apr 1889, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1 May 1969, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Mannheim Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: 00048-3576.11

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• Eby ID Number: 00048-3576.12

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• Eby ID Number: 00048-3576.13

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-76244

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-28541

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Bowman, Eldon K., died at his home on Oct. 27, 1973; aged 70 y. He was married to Mabel Rosenberger, who survives. Also surviving are 4 sons (Edgar, Vernon, Gilbert, and Cleo), 12 grandchildren, one great-grandchild, 2 brothers (Clayton and Alfred), and 3 sisters (Bertha-Mrs. Elmer Snider, Mabel-Mrs. Dave Deckert, and Mrs. Florence Gingrich). He was preceded in death by 2 brothers. He was a member of the First Mennonite Church, where funeral services were held on Oct. 30, in charge of Robert N. Johnson; interment in Manheim Mennonite Cemetery.

Gospel Herald - Volume 66, Number 50 - December 25, 1973, page 974, 975, 976

Eldon — Mabel Rosenberger. Mabel (daughter of Aaron M. Rosenberger and Elizabeth Bingeman) was born 5 Jul 1908, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 21 Jan 1988, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Mannheim Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-223335

Alfred — Myrl Florence Good. Myrl (daughter of Noah M. Good and Rebecca Eby) was born 17 Mar 1908, Didsbury, Alberta, Canada; died 19 Mar 2000, Lanigan, , Alberta; was buried , Sharon Mennonite Cemetery, Saskatoon, Sasktchewan. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-123030

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KNECHTEL, Clifford Stanley - Passed away, peacefully, at St. Mary's Hospital, Kitchener, on Saturday, November 2,2002, at the age of 90. Beloved husband of Reta (Schmitt) Knechtel. Dear father of Shirley Shantz (Jim) of New Hamburg, Janet McLaughlin (Jim) of Parksville, B.C., Marlene Knechtel of Lake Louise, Alta., Douglas Knechtel of Kitchener and Brian Knechtel (Kathy) of Lucknow. A special grandfather to Kim (Mike) Trottier, Greg Shantz, Dean (Pat) Shantz, Mark (Lori) McLaughlin, Paul (Aya) McLaughlin and Jason McLaughlin, Amy, Laura, Ben and Jenna Knechtel. Cherished great-grandfather of Jill and Josh Mar-tin, Emily and Matthew Shantz, Marly, Nicholas and Riki McLaughlin. Survived by his brothers, Orval of Kitchener, Alfred of London and sisters, Fern Knechtel and Dorothy Knechtel, all of Kitchener, Lila Martin of Floradale, Erma Gingrich and Carol Martin, both of Elmira. Predeceased by his parents, Ephraim and Edna (Snyder) Knechtel; brother, Paul and sister, Grace. Clifford farmed on the family farm in Mannheim for 40 years. He was a life-long member of Mannheim Mennonite Church. He was also a member of the Mannheim Senior's Club and enjoyed playing pool and crokinole with his friends. The Knechtel family will receive friends at the Edward R. Good Funeral Home, 171 King St. S., Waterloo, today (Monday) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at Mannheim Mennonite Church, RR2, Petersburg on Tuesday, November 5, 2002 at 2 p.m., with Rev. David Thiessen officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. In Clifford's memory, donations may be made to the Mennonite Central Committee or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario and may be arranged through the funeral home 745-8445 or www.edwardrgood.com


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Clifford — Reta Viola Schmitt. Reta (daughter of Samuel E. Schmitt and Sarah Witmer) was born 1916, , Ontario, Canada; died 1 Nov 2010, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Mannheim Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Grace Knechtel
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-87662

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KNECHTEL, Miss Grace - At Heritage House Nursing Home, in St. Jacobs, on Thursday, Sept. 20, 2001, Grace Knechtel, was called home by her Lord and Saviour, in her 87th year. Lovingly remembered by her sisters, Dorothy Knechtel of Waterloo, Lila Martin of St. Jacobs, Fern Knechtel of Kitchener, Carol and her husband Alson Martin of Elmira, Erma Gingrich of Elmira and brothers, Clifford Knechtel and his wife Reta of Kitchener, Orval Knechtel and his wife Mary of Kitchener and Alfred Knechtel of London. Also survived by her many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents, Ephraim Knechtel and the former Edna Snyder and one brother, Paul in 1940. Relatives and friends may call at the Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home, 621 King St. W., Kitchener on Saturday, Sept. 22 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Transfer will be made on Sunday at 1 p.m. to Mannheim Mennonite Church for the funeral service at 3 p.m., with Pastor David Tiessen officiating. Interment in the adjoining church cemetery. Reception will follow in the church basement. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Mennonite Central Committee and may be placed by contacting the fu-neral home at 745-9495.


The Record Newspaper 21 Sep 2001

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KNECHTEL, Orval Clare Passed away peacefully at Freeport Hospital on Friday, June 18, 2010 in his 92nd year. Orval is predeceased by his beloved wife, Mary (2009), son Bill, brothers Clifford and Paul and his sisters, Grace and Fern Knechtel and Lilia Martin. Orval is fondly remembered by his daughters, Betty Primeau (James) and Eleanor Schraud (Klaus) and by his son, James Knechtel. Proud grandfather of Shelley Pacheco, Duane Primeau, Tyler Waito and Jennifer Knechtel. Great-grandfather of Madelaine and Elijah. He is also survived by sisters, Dorothy Knechtel, Erma Gingerich and Carol Martin and brother Alfred Knechtel, and by numerous nieces and nephews. Friends and relatives may call at the Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home, 621 King Street West (519)745-9495, on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held on Monday morning at 11 o'clock at the Funeral Home, with a reception to follow at the Ratz-Bechtel Family Centre. Interment at Mannheim Mennonite Cemetery. For those who wish, memorial donations may be made to the Mennonite Central Committee. Share memories and condolences on-line at www.ratzbechtelfuneralhome.com

Waterloo Region Record 17 Jun 2010

Orval — Mary Christine Perrin. Mary (daughter of Ervin Perrin and Rebecca Barton) was born 29 Nov 1923, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 12 Jan 2009, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 15 Jan 2009, Mannheim Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Dorothy Knechtel
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-370424

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KNECHTEL, Dorothy At St. Mary's Hospital, on Tuesday, May 22, 2012, after a brief illness. Violet Dorothy Knechtel, aged 88 years. Dorothy was a member of First Baptist Church and was a registered nursing assistant. Loving sister to Carol and her husband Alson Martin and Erma Gingerich all of Elmira, also survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Ephraim Knechtel and Edna Snyder, three brothers Paul, Clifford and Orval and three sisters Grace and Fern and Lila Martin. Friends may call at the Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home , 621 King St. W., Kitchener on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Interment will be in Mannheim Mennonite Cemetery. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. from the funeral home chapel. Reception to follow in the Ratz-Bechtel Family Centre and donations may be made to First Baptist Church Missions or Gideon Bibles, as expressions of sympathy through the funeral home.

Dorothy Knechtel Obituary - Kitchener, ON (no date) Dignity Memorial. Available at: https://www.dignitymemorial.com/en-ca/obituaries/kitchener-on/dorothy-knechtel-5116001 (Accessed: 10 March 2024).

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• Name: Fern Knechtel
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-370425

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KNECHTEL, A. Fern At her residence, Luther Village, on Thursday, January 28, 2010, after a brief illness. Alma Fern Knechtel, aged 84 years. Fern was a member of Mannheim Mennonite Church and had been employed with K-W Hospital for 30 years until her retirement. Loving sister to Orval of Kitchener, Dorothy of Waterloo, Alfred of London, Erma R. Gingerich and Carol and her husband Alson Martin all of Elmira, sister-in-law to Reta of Kitchener and Gladys of Elmira, also survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Ephraim Knechtel and Edna Snyder, two brothers Clifford and Paul, two sisters Grace Knechtel and Lila Martin, sister-in-law Mary, and brothers-in-law Gordon Gingerich and Clayton L. Martin. Friends may call at the Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home, 621 King St. W., Kitchener, on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 where the funeral service will be held on Monday at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Ruth Anne Laverty officiating, spring interment will be held in the Mannheim Mennonite Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Mennonite Central Committee as expressions of sympathy through the funeral home. Reception to follow in the Ratz-Bechtel Family Centre.

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• Name: Lila Irene Martin
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-256814

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MARTIN, Lila (Mrs. Clayton L.) - Peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 15, 2008 at Heritage House, St. Jacobs. Lila (Knechtel) Martin, in her 83rd year, formerly of Floradale. Beloved wife of the late Clayton L. Martin (1998). Loving mother of Esther and Robert Saunders of South River, Miriam and Dennis Brubacher of RR 3 Moorefield, Murray and Yvonne Martin of Elmira. Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren, Julie and Steve Sanchez, Mark and Carmen Brubacher, Jennette and Robbie Lougheed, Michelle and Scott van Rooy, Derek and Vicky Martin and by her 12 great-grandchildren. Sister of Orval and Mary Knechtel, Dorothy Knechtel, Fern Knechtel, Erma Gingrich, Alfred Knechtel, Carol and Alson Martin. Predeceased by her parents, Ephraim and Edna Knechtel; two brothers, Clifford and Paul and one sister, Grace Knechtel. The family will receive their friends and relatives at the Dreisinger Funeral Home , Elmira on Thursday, November 20, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A memorial service to celebrate the life and faith of Lila will be held at the Wallenstein Bible Chapel on Friday, November 21, 2008 at 2 p.m. Interment in the Hawkesville Cemetery. In her memory, donations to Conestoga Bible Camp would be appreciated by the family as expressions of sympathy.


Waterloo Region Record 17 Nov 2008

Lila — Clayton L. Martin. Clayton (son of Anson M. Martin and Lydia Ann G. Lichty) was born 1918; died 1998; was buried , Hawkesville Union Cemetery, Hawkesville, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Alfred Knechtel
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-370428

Raymond — Gladys Catherine Scheerer. (daughter of John Scheerer and Edna Ernst) [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Erma Rose Gingrich
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-370429

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Gingrich, Erma Rose (nee Knechtel) Peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 23, 2017, on her 88th birthday at Derbecker's Heritage House in St. Jacobs. Beloved wife of the late Gord Gingrich (1997). Dear mother of Dave and Cindy of Elmira, Karen and Ralph Findling of Cambridge, Tim and Laurel of Regina, Saskatchewan. Also lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Justin and Michelle (fiancé Todd); Daniel, Jonathan and Samuel; Caleb and Hudson, and by her great-grandson Logan. Sister of Alfred Knechtel, and Carol and Alson Martin. Predeceased by her parents, Ephraim and Edna (Snyder) Knechtel, and her siblings Clifford, Grace, Fern, Dorothy, Lila, Orval and Paul. The family will receive their relatives and friends on Friday, May 26, 2017 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Dreisinger Funeral Home, 62 Arthurs St. S., Elmira. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 27, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the Woodside Bible Fellowship, 200 Barnswallow Drive, Elmira. Interment in Hawkesville Cemetery. In Erma's memory donations to the Gideon Bibles or St. Mary's Hospital Cardiac Care would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.

Obituary information for Erma Rose Gingrich (no date) Obituary information for. Available at: https://www.dreisingerfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Erma-Rose-Gingrich?obId=24746405 (Accessed: 10 March 2024).

Erma married Gordon M. "Gord" Gingrich 30 Jun 1962. Gordon (son of Nelson B. Gingrich and Minerva Martin) was born 22 Apr 1929, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 13 Mar 1997, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Hawkesville Union Cemetery, Hawkesville, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-31722P

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Knechtel Orton Paul, son of Ephraim and Edna (Snyder) Knechtel, was born March 15, 1936; died at his home near Petersburg, Ont., Dec. 3, 1940, from after-effects of scarlet fever. He leaves his parents, 3 brothers (Clifford, Orval, and Alfred at home), and 6 sisters (Grace of Kitchener, Dorothy, Fern, Lila, Erma and Carol at home). A private burial service was held at the Latschar Cemetery Dec. 5, in charge of Bro. Lorne W. Schmitt. A memorial service was held at the Latschar Mennonite Church on the afternoon of Dec. 29, in charge of Bros. Manasseh Hallman and Lorne Schmitt.

Gospel Herald - Vol. XXXIII, No 43 - January 23, 1941 pages 926, 927

Clarine — Howard S. Martin. (son of Alfred C. Martin and Irene Sitler) [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-298033
• Residence: 1921, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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Reta Bechtel, 1917-2008, passed away, at Heritage House in St. Jacobs, on Sunday, October 12, 2008, at the age of 91 years.

Dear sister of Ruth Gentle of Kitchener and Clarene Martin of Waterloo. Lovingly remembered by her nieces, Audrey Shaw, Donna Shaw, Heather Ogram and nephews, Greg Gentle and Darrel Martin. Great-aunt of Wade, Erica, Lindsay, Dylan and Jeffery. Predeceased by brothers, Willis Bechtel and his wife Marilyn, Clare Bechtel, and brothers-in-law, Howard Martin and Derek Gentle.

Reta retired from St. Mary's General Hospital, where she worked in the Dietary Department for 25 years. Reta was also well known for her specialty coffee cakes. She was a member of First Mennonite Church in Kitchener.

Visitation will be held at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King St. S., Waterloo, today (Wednesday) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will take place in the chapel of the funeral home on Thursday, October 16, 2008 at 2 p.m. Reception to follow the service. Interment in Mannheim Mennonite Cemetery.

Donations in Reta's memory may be made to Mennonite Central Committee or Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario and can be arranged through the funeral home, 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com.

In living memory of Reta, a donation will be made to the Trees for Learning Program by the funeral home.

Obituary of Reta Bechtel | Erb & Good Funeral Home (2023). Available at: https://erbgood.com/tribute/details/10748/Reta-Bechtel/obituary.html (Accessed: 17 June 2023).

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-298034
• Residence: 1921, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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The Life of Willis Bechtel

Willis Bechtel was born on March 20, 1919, to Moses and Alberta Bechtel at R.R.#4 Kitchener. Willis was the second oldest child, growing up with his three sisters, Rita, Ruth and Clarene, and his brother Clare. As he grew older, he began working, as hired help, for different farmers. Farm life was a major part of his life, where he learned to drive a vehicle, while on the farm.

Willis enjoyed going to Sunday school and church at Mannheim Mennonite Church. In his teenage years, he invited Jesus Christ into his heart and life. His quiet, strong faith was demonstrated by his non-materialistic attitude towards life. As one who was very active in his church, Willis's convictions were put to a test, when he chose to attend a Conscientious Objectors Camp in Sault Saint Marie, rather than participate in a second World War.

In October of 1953, Willis married his sweetheart, Marilyn Rosenberger. It is said that a man's heart is through his stomach and Marilyn soon observed that truth. Willis had such a big appetite that he would even eat raw eggs, as part of his meal. His response, when asked if he would like more food after a large meal, would sometimes be, "I'm full till the next time!"

Willis was an easy going, generous person, with a happy twinkle in his eye. He never lost his temper. One of his greatest challenges was to say "No", to his children. On occasions, while visiting a store, as small children, Donna or Audrey would only have to cry about not getting something that they wanted and Willis could not resist. He would yield!

Later in life, Willis left the farm and entered into new occupations, first at the Hallman Silo Company in Kitchener and then in Cambridge at what was then called, the Hostess Potato Chip Factory. He remained there until his retirement, when he gave of his time to work around his home at gardening and committed himself to assist in odd jobs for others, who needed help. For 8 years, he served as the custodian of his church. Enjoyment in retirement was also found in attending the Super-Sixties at the First Baptist Church in Waterloo, along with the bus tours which both he and Marilyn participated in.

More recently, since he was not able to care for himself, Willis was placed in a nursing home. A "teaser", as he called himself, Willis continued to be a pleasant, contented person, poking fun at the nurses, with his cane. It was observed that during his entire lifetime, the only times that Willis ever appeared to be feeling down were during his last sickness and with the passing of his wife, Marilyn, on January 25, 2002.

This past Friday morning, June 25, Willis was ushered into the presence of Jesus, having lived a full and joyful life for others and for His God.

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/41011771/willis-edgar-bechtel

Willis married Marilyn Grace Rosenberger Oct 1953. Marilyn (daughter of Beniah Rosenberger and Hilda Mae Shantz) was born 13 May 1931; died 25 Jan 2002, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Breslau Mennonite Cemetery, Breslau, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/162460791
• Name: Ruth Gentle
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-146540

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GENTLE, Ruth (nee Bechtel) Ruth passed away suddenly but peacefully with family at her side, at Barnswallow Place in Elmira on Sunday, May 8, 2016 at the age of 91.

Ruth is survived by her son Greg Gentle and his wife Lia, daughter Heather Ogram and her husband Brian. Grandmother of Bradley, Wade and Erica. Ruth is also remembered by Avon Brophy as she had played an influential role in Avon's life.

Predeceased by her infant son Wade, infant daughter Valerie, husband Derek William Gentle in 1988, brothers Willis and Clare, and sisters Reta Bechtel and Clarene Martin.

Visitation will be held at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King St. S., Waterloo on Thursday, May 12th from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. and on Friday, May 13th from 12 p.m. - 12: 45 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the Funeral Home Chapel on Friday at 1 p.m. with Rev. Das Sydney officiating. Interment will follow at Memory Gardens, Breslau and a reception will be held afterwards in the funeral home's Fireside Room.

Condolences for the family and memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario may be arranged by contacting the funeral home at www.erbgood.com or 519-745-8445.

Obituary of Ruth Gentle | Erb & Good Funeral Home (2023). Available at: https://erbgood.com/tribute/details/10183/Ruth-Gentle/obituary.html (Accessed: 17 June 2023).

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Ruth Bechtel Is Wed to Derek Gentle

A wedding trip to Muskoka district followed the marriage at First Baptist Church. Waterloo, Sept. 1 of Ruth Bechtel, RR 4, Kitchener and Derek William Gentle, 1135 Queen's Blvd. Rev. Vincent Trimmer officiated in a setting of white and orange gladioli.

The bride is a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Moses Bechtel of Kitchener and the bridegroom is a son of William Gentle of England and the late Mrs. Gentle.

Given in marriage by her brother, Willis Bechtel, the bride chose a princess-styled. dress of white brocade with sweetheart neckline and lily- point sleeves. A matching headdress held her shoulder- length veil and, she carried a bouquet of white miniature gladiloli. - Clarene Bechtel of Kitchener was maid of honor for her sister She wore a street-length dress of tangerine brocade styled on princess lines with short sleeves. and etching gloves. She wore a matching headdress and car ried a bouquet of orange and white miniature gladioli.

Flower girt was Audrey Bechtel of Preston, a niece of the bride, in a pale green brocade dress with full skirt and match ing headdress. She carried a basket of miniature gladioli. Best man was Carl Hallberg of Baden. Ushers were Clare Bechtel, a brother of the bride, and Wilfred Erb, both of Kitch ener. A reception followed at the church hall. They will live at 1135 Queen's Blvd.

Ruth married Derek William Gentle 1 Sep 1961, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Derek was born 29 Jan 1922, Brading, Isle of Wight, England; died 9 May 1988, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Memory Gardens Cemetery, Breslau, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/15624757
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-392165

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Obituary of Clare Bechtel 1927 - 2006

After a lengthy battle with Parkinsons, Clare Bechtel passed away at Twin Oaks of Maryhill on September 1, 2006.

Son of the late Moses and Albirda Bechtel. He was born in Waterloo Township on August 27, 1927, and farmed RR4, Kitchener which is now Trussler Road. Later he moved to Moncton, but had to give up farming due to his illness.

Survived by his three sisters, Reta Bechtel of St. Jacobs, Ruth Gentle of Kitchener, and Clarene Martin of Waterloo; nieces Audrey Shaver, Donna Shaw, and Heather Ogram; and nephews, Darrel Martin and Greg Gentle.

Predeceased by one brother, Willis and his wife Marilyn; brothers-in-law Howard Martin and Derek Gentle.

Relatives and friends may visit at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King St. S., Waterloo on Tuesday, September 5, 2006 from 12-12:45 p.m., with the funeral service to follow in the chapel of the funeral home at 1 p.m., the Rev. Reynold Kipfer officiating. Immediately following the service, a reception will be held in the Historic Kunz House of the funeral home. Interment at Manheim Mennonite Cemetery.

Donations in Clare's memory may be made to the Parkinson's Society or Twin Oaks of Maryhill and may be arranged through the funeral home, 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com

In memory of Clare, a tree will be planted through the Trees For Learning Program by the funeral home.

Obituary of Clare Bechtel | Erb & Good Funeral Home (2023). Available at: https://erbgood.com/tribute/details/10387/Clare-Bechtel/obituary.html (Accessed: 17 June 2023).

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• Eby ID Number: 00007-0716.7000

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Bechtel.-Ruby Viola, eldest daughter of Owen and Melissa (Knechtel) Bechtel, was born March 28, 1915; died at the home of her parents in Waterloo Co., Ont., Oct. 25, 1939; aged 24 y. 8 m. 27 d. Her mother preceded her in death April 12, 1936. In her early teens she gave her heart to the Lord and joined the Latschar Mennonite Church, of which she was a faithful member until her passing. On her death-bed she gave a very bright testimony of her faith in Christ, and she had a triumphant home-going. She is survived by her grandfather (Noah Bechtel), her father and stepmother, 1 sister (Elsie, at home), 5 brothers (Leonard and Delfred of Cochran, Ont.; Clinton, Eldon, and Lloyd, at home), and a stepsister (Gladys Gingerich). Funeral services were held from her home, and then at the Latschar Mennonite Church, in charge of ministers Leslie Witmer, Lorne Schmitt, and M. S. Hallman. Text, John 11:25,26. Remains laid to rest in cemetery adjoining the church.

November 16, 1939 - Vol. XXXII, No 33 - pages 719

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• Business: L. A. Bechtel Construction Ltd.
• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/35023769
• Military: WW2
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-150440P
• Residence: 1969, Doon (Kitchener), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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Bechtel, Leonard Albert (L.A.)

Passed away suddenly on Thursday March 19, 2009 at his residence Nithview Community, New Hamburg. Leonard was born 92 years ago in Waterloo Township, a son of the late Owen S. & Melissa (Knechtel) Bechtel. He had resided in New Hamburg and was formerly of Preston and Doon. A house builder at heart, Leonard owned and operated L.A. Bechtel Construction Ltd. for over 35 years, and was the founder of Preston Building Supplies. In his retirement, Leonard enjoyed farming, working in his shop and being a founding member of Wilmot Seniors Woodworking and Craft Shop. He was an active member of Preston Mennonite Church and Nith Valley Mennonite Church.

Beloved husband of the late Nora (Brubacher) Bechtel who predeceased him only three weeks ago on February 25, 2009. Loving father of David & Muriel Bechtel of Kitchener, Martha & John Wood of London, Norma & John Lichti of New Hamburg, Dorothy & Richard MacBride of Waterloo, Shirley & Darcy Snyder of New Hamburg. Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren Greg Bechtel, Krista & Dave Alexander (Dylan & Sadie), John Wood (Meg), Lindsay & Brent Nevin (Ty), Chris & Kim Lichti (Abby & Garrett), Sarah Lichti, Jen & Josh Hiuser (Michaela, Kate & Maggie), Alisa & Ben MacBride-Smith, Jess & Neil Thier (Maya), Trevor Snyder & Julia Needham. Also remembered by brothers Clinton Bechtel, Eldon & Bertie Bechtel, Lloyd & Beatrice Bechtel, sisters Mary & Ken Willsie, Avon Brophy, Gladys & John Hunsberger, and by sisters-in-law Verna Staniek and Elaine Snider.

Leonard was predeceased by daughter Esther Bechtel (2006), grandson Richard Wood, great-grandson Connor Lichti, brother Delford & Pearl Bechtel, sisters Ruby Bechtel, Elsie & Edwin Eby, sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law Hilda Bechtel, Joe Brophy, Clarabel Brubacher (in infancy), Ella & Maurice Woolner, Ivan & Marie Brubacher, Fred Staniek, Clifford Snider and by Owen's second wife Margaret Bechtel.

Friends and relatives may call at Mark Jutzi Funeral Home, 291 Huron St., New Hamburg on Wednesday (please note date) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. On Thursday March 26, 2009 transfer will be made to Nith Valley Mennonite Church for the funeral service at 11: 00 a.m. with Pastors Matthew & Hendrike Isert-Bender officiating. Reception to follow. Burial for both Leonard and Nora will be held at 2: 30 p.m. at Mannheim Mennonite Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to Nithview Community Mobility Bus Fund, Nith Valley Mennonite Church, or MennoHomes Inc.. On-line condolences and donation information are available at www.markjutzifuneralhomes.ca

Leonard Bechtel Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information (2023). Available at: https://www.markjutzifuneralhomes.ca/memorials/leonard-bechtel/4022280/ (Accessed: 18 June 2023).

Leonard married Nora Brubacher 21 Jun 1941, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Nora (daughter of Harvey Brubacher and Edna Eby) was born 12 Dec 1920, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 25 Feb 2009, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Mannheim Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Elsie Eileen Eby
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-64023

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Eby, Mrs. Edwin (Elsie) - On Wednesday, April 25, 1984, at K-W Hospital, after a lengthy illness, the former Elsie Bechtel, aged 65 years, of RR 2, Petersburg. Beloved wife of Edwin; dear mother of Glenn and his wife Joanne of Ottawa, Edward and his wife Margaret of Brampton, David and his wife Carol of New Hamburg, Kenneth of Kitchener, Sandra and her husband Mark Brubacher of Elmira and Audrey, at home; loving grandmother of Jennifer, Daniel, Jason, Dereck and Geoffrey Eby; sister of Leonard, Delford, Clinton, Eldon and Lloyd. Predeceased by her daughter, Lorene in 1958; her sister, Ruby; her father, Owen Bechtel and her mother, the former Melissa Knechtel. Mrs. Eby was a member of the Mannheim Mennonite Church. Friends may call at the Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home, 621 King St. W., Kitchener, after 7 pm this evening until noon on Saturday, then at Mannheim Mennonite Church for the funeral service at 3 pm. Interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. James Reusser will conduct the service.

Unidentified Newspaper Obituary

Elsie — Edwin Eby. Edwin (son of Daniel E. Eby and Angeline B. Baer) was born 31 Jul 1904, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 15 Apr 1989, RR2, Petersburg, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 18 Apr 1989, Mannheim Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-150309
• Residence: 1969, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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BECHTEL, Clinton Passed away, August 21, 2011 at Fairview Mennonite Home, Cambridge, Ontario. He was born in Wilmot Township 91 years ago, a son of the late Owen and Melissa Bechtel. Beloved husband of the late Hilda (Wagler) Bechtel who predeceased him September 11, 2005. Dear father of Doris and Graham Martin of Mitchell; Linda Worth of Waterloo; Joanne Jantzi and John Regier of Kitchener, Gordon Bechtel of Elmira and Ralph and Lorraine Bechtel of Kitchener. Remembered by brother Lloyd (Beatrice) and sisters Mary (Ken) Willsie and Avon Brophy, sister-in-law Bertie Bechtel, Eileen Hurst and Miriam Wagler, ten grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Pre- deceased by sisters Ruby, Elsie (Edwin Eby) brothers Leonard (Nora), Delford (Pearl), Eldon. Brother-in-law Joe Brophy. The family will receive friends at Fairview Mennonite Home, 515 Langs Dr., Cambridge, Wednesday, August 24, 2011 from 2-4 p.m. and then at Westmount Funeral Home 7-9 p.m. A committal service will be held at the Mannheim Mennonite Church Cemetery. A service to celebrate Clint's life will be held at the Mannheim Mennonite Church, 1494 Bleams Road (Ottawa St. S., 1 km west of Mannheim) on August 25, 2011 at 11 a.m., Pastor Ruth Laverty officiating. In lieu of flowers donations to the House of Friendship, Mannheim Mennonite Church or Fairview Mennonite Home may be made by calling the funeral home at 519-743-8900. Memorial tributes may be made on line at: www.westmountfuneralchapel.com.


The Waterloo Region Record 22 Aug 2011

Clinton — Hilda Wagler. Hilda (daughter of Joseph S. Wagler and Mary E. Lichti) was born 1918, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 11 Sep 2005, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Mannheim Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-41693

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BECHTEL, Delfred Earl (Del) - Died peacefully, on Saturday, April 19, 2003, at St. Mary's General Hospital, Kitchener, Del Bechtel of New Hamburg. He was born 82 years ago in Wilmot township, a son of the late Owen S. and Melissa (Knechtel) Bechtel. Del was a member of Hillcrest Mennonite Church, New Hamburg. He was employed as a carpenter for many years and enjoyed working at the Seniors woodworking Shop, Baden. Del was an honorary member of the Wilmot Rod and Gun Club and enjoyed travelling and camping. He loved time spent with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren and conversing with anyone who would listen. Beloved husband of the late Pearl Snyder, who predeceased him April 1, 1998. Loving father of Muriel and Marvin Bowman of Goderich, Gerald (Gerry) and Sheila Bechtel of Elmira, Nancy (and the late Jake) Schwartzentruber of Baden, Brenda Neave and Gary Janes of Cambridge, Bev and Harold Subject of Brussels and Darlene Wegford of New Hamburg. Sadly missed by 15 grandchildren; one great-granddaughter and eight great-grandsons. Dear brother of Leonard and Nora Bechtel of New Hamburg, Clint and Hilda Bechtel of Cambridge, Eldon and Bertie Bechtel of Waterloo, Lloyd and Beatrice Bechtel of Burlington, Mary June and Ken Willsie of Waterloo, Avon and Joe Brophy of Nova Scotia. Lovingly remembered by sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Ethel Roth of Baden, Lorne and Ruth Bowman of Kitchener, Vernice and Myrtle Snyder of New Hamburg and a numberof nieces and nephews. Also remembered by Paul Wegford of Philipsburg. Del was predeceased by sisters, Ruby and Elsie and her husband Edwin Eby and by brothers-in-law, Ray Snyder and Henry Roth. Friends and relatives may call at the Mark Jutzi Funeral Home, 291 Huron St., New Hamburg on Tuesday, April 22, 2003 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. On Wednesday, April 23, 2003, at noon, transfer will be made to Hillcrest Mennonite Church for the funeral service at 2 p.m. with Pastor Jan Steckley and Pastor Henry Regehr officiating.Burial to follow in Riverside Cemetery, New Hamburg. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the charity of one's choice.

The Record newspaper 21 Apr 2003

Delfred married Pearl Snyder 30 Nov 1940. Pearl (daughter of Arthur K. Snyder and Lillie May Witmer) was born 1 Aug 1921, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1 Apr 1998, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Riverside Cemetery, New Hamburg, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-383007
• Residence: 1969, Preston (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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BECHTEL, Eldon

Eldon passed away peacefully, on Sunday, January 24, 2010, at K-W Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, at the age of 86. Beloved husband and best friend of Bertie (Lipnicki, nee Grubb) for 40 years. Cherished step-father of Donna (Greg Ross) Klasson and Charles (Laura) Lipnicki. Step-grandfather of Dana and Blake Lipnicki, Dana Ross, German and Dominique Rozo. Step-great-grandfather of Isabella Rozo. He is also survived by his brothers, Clinton and Lloyd; and sisters Mary June (Ken) Willsie and Avon Burkholder. Predeceased by his brothers, Leonard and Delford; and sisters Ruby Bechtel and Elsie Eby. Eldon employed his skills as a woodworker building homes in the Waterloo Region. His passion in life was sharing nature with his family and he enjoyed helping others. Eldon's family will receive relatives and friends on Tuesday from 2-4 p.m. and Wednesday from 7-9 p.m., at the Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507 Frederick St., Kitchener, 519-749-8467. Parish prayers Wednesday evening 8: 45 p.m. Prayers will be offered at the funeral home on Thursday, January 28, 2010, at 10 a.m., followed by procession to Our Lady of Lourdes R.C. Church (173 Lourdes St. W., Waterloo) for Mass of Christian Burial, at 10: 30 a.m. Reception to follow. Interment at Parklawn Cemetery, Cambridge, Ontario.

Waterloo Region Record 30 Jan 2010

Eldon — Alberta "Bertie" Grubb. Alberta (daughter of George Telesphore "Telesphore" Grubb and Henrietta Emerula Goetz) was born 25 Apr 1925, Arnstein, Mills Twp., Parry Sound District, Ontario. [Group Sheet]

Lloyd married Beatrice Lillian Seftel (daughter of William Seftel and Florence May Wanner) [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-259278

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-238266

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BOWMAN, Cleo Grace April 28, 1931 - January 2, 2017 Went home to be with her Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, from Bethany Lodge, Markham, Ontario, on Monday, January 2, 2017. Loving sister of, and predeceased by, brothers Edgar, Vernon and Gilbert and by her parents Eldon and Mabel Bowman of Kitchener. Cleo worked most of her adult life as a VON nurse in the Toronto area. Visitation from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. will be held at Chapel Ridge Funeral Home, 8911 Woodbine Avenue, Markham (4 lights north of Hwy. 7) on Friday, January 6th. Interment at Mannheim Mennonite Cemetery. Online condolences may be made at www.chapelridgefh.com

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-238264

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BOWMAN, Vernon C. Passed away and set sail to his heavenly port of call on January 23, 2010, in his 77th year, with his family by his side. Vern was an avid sailor and long time member of the Midland Bay Sailing Club; a long standing member of A.A. and a V.A. veteran. Loving husband of Marie. Sadly missed by children; Richard (Barb) Bowman, Veronica (Charles) Matchett, Valerie (Brian) Poirier, Dianna Bowman and David (Sabrina) Bowman. Cherished grandfather and great-grandfather of 10 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Vern is survived by his sister Cleo and brother Gilbert. Predeceased by his parents, Eldon and Mabel Bowman and his brother Edgar. He will be lovingly remembered by his extended family Debbie and Dave, Mike and Sue, Kevin and Cathy, Jackie and Chuck, Greg and 7 grandchildren and one great-grandchild; his nieces and nephews and many friends. A Memorial Service in celebration of his life will be held at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 845 Yonge Street, Midland on Saturday, January 30th at 1:00 p.m. (with visitation one hour prior). A Reception will follow the service in the auditorium of the church. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Cancer Society, Gideon Society or Holy Cross Lutheran Church would be greatly appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to the LeClair Cremation Centre, Midland.

Waterloo Region Record, Feb 03, 2010

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-238265

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BOWMAN, Gilbert Earle Went home to be with his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, from Markham Stouffville Hospital on Monday, July 6, 2015. Gilbert was the beloved husband of Shirley (Fields) Bowman (1935-2006) for 50 years. Loving father of Lori Cantelo and her husband Philip of Belleville and Sue Whittingstall and her husband Paul of Markham. Loving brother of Cleo Bowman of Markham. Predeceased by brothers Edgar and Vernon and by his parents Eldon and Mabel Bowman of Kitchener. Cherished Grandpa of Karl and his wife Lindsay, Beth and her husband Josh, Scott and his wife Leah, Eric and Mark. Great Grandpa (Grpa!) to Malachi, Daniel, Jessica, Addie, Eli, and Wesley. Visitation will be held at Chapel Ridge Funeral Home, 8911 Woodbine Ave., Markham (4 lights north of Hwy. 7) on Wednesday, July 8th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at Harvest Bible Chapel, 8176 McCowan Rd; Markham on Thursday, July 9th at 11 a.m. Interment to follow at Manheim Mennonite Cemetery.

Waterloo Region Record, 8 July 2015

Gilbert — Shirley Fields. Shirley (daughter of Alfred J. Fields and Mary) was born 2 Apr 1935; died 2 Dec 2006, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Mannheim Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Shirley — James Clare Shantz. (son of Lloyd Stanley Shantz and Alice Wismer) [Group Sheet]

Betty — James Primeau. [Group Sheet]

Eleanor — Klaus Schraud. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-401184

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KNECHTEL, William Orval - Peacefully, after a very long battle with AIDS, at his parent's home, on Friday, Feb. 10, 1995, in his 39th year. Bill was a long time faithful employee and friend of the Gmelin Family of Cambridge. Loved and missed by his parents, Orval and Mary. Lovingly remembered by his sisters, Betty and her husband James Primeau and Eleanor Waito, both of Kitchener and his brother, James of Mitchell. Dearly missed by his nieces and nephews, Shelley, Duane, Tyler and Jennifer. Special friend of Paul Ottmann, Gary Gibson, Douglas Saunders, all of Cambridge and Susan Cadell of Waterloo. Predeceased by his sister-in-law, Barbara. Friends and relatives may call at the Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home, 621 King St. W., Kitchener, on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the chapel on Monday at 1 p.m., Father Edward Sheridan officiating. Interment Mannheim Mennonite Cemetery in the spring.

Unidentified Newspaper Obituary

Miriam — Dennis Brubacher. [Group Sheet]

Murray — Yvone. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Esther Mae Saunders
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-256825

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SAUNDERS, Mrs. Esther Mae December 11,1947 - February 15, 2012 Of South River Went to be with her Lord, peacefully at home after a brief illness, on Wednesday, February 15, 2012, in her 65th year. Esther Saunders (nee Martin), beloved wife of Bob Saunders. Dear stepmother of Christina Baird (Jeff) and Trevor Saunders (Beth). Loving grand-mother of Hayden and Mason. Cherished sister of Miriam Brubacher (Dennis), Murray Martin (Yvonne) and their families. Dear sister-in-law of Audrena and Erwin Verheye, Paul and Melanie Saunders and their families. Beloved daughter-in-law of Bert and Audrey Saunders. Fondly remembered by her extended family and many friends. Family will receive visitors at the Opatovsky Funeral Home - Moore Chapel , 9 Paget Street, Sundridge on Sunday, February 19, 2012 from 2-4 P.M. A service to celebrate the life of the late Mrs. Esther Saunders will be conducted at the Faith Baptist Church, 169 West Road in Huntsville on Monday, February 20, 2012 at 3: 00 P.M. with the Pastor Murray Russell and the Pastor Darrell Baker officiating. Spring interment at the Wattenwyl Cemetery in Lount Township. If desired, memorial donations to Compassion Canada or Bright Hope International (Zambia) would be sincerely appreciated by the family. Online condolences may be made at www.opatovskyfuneralhome.com.


Newspaper Unknown

Esther — Robert Saunders. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-233052

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Dennis Knechtel 26 Jul 1955 - 1 Oct 2021

Dennis Paul Knechtel, born July 26, 1955 in Kitchener, Ontario, the second of seven children. After school, Dennis worked at his father's painting business for a short period of time as well as working on the farm with the Weber's before heading West to fulfil a dream at the age of 18.

He had always been inspired by stories of the big mountains being so high that one could look down upon the airplanes flying, so he loaded his canoe on top of the car and began his grand adventure. Shortly after settling in Osoyoos he attended a church youth gathering in Princeton where he met his future wife Nettie. They were married in August 1974 and made Oliver their home. Over the years Dennis worked at the packing house, worked on the ranch for Doug Winter, and was an employee at a sign company belonging to Albert Lecompte. He would later start his own company, first as a backyard business and then becoming the current Outreach Neon Ltd. Dennis, the adventurer was also a risk taker. He loved the outdoors and was happy when surrounded by nature. Family gatherings were very important to Dennis and there were many. An advocate of Oliver Family Days, he became the chairman of the event. He also sponsored a local baseball team called The Neon Riders.

Dennis is survived by his wife Nettie Knechtel and his children:

Jennifer Hartle (Matt), Amy Encina, Jeremy Knechtel and Melissa Knechtel and his seven grandchildren: James, Jayanna, Ryan, Jayden, Jasmine, Emerrit and Arabella.

His parents: Raymond Alfred Knechtel & Gladys (Scheerer) Knechtel. Siblings: Sharon Knechtel, Doris Klenot (late Larry), Brenda Bushell (late Chris), Maynard (Brenda) Knechtel, Christine (Paul) Black.

Predeceased by his daughter Angela Knechtel and his brother Donald Knechtel.

A celebration of Dennis' life will be held at the Oliver Alliance Church.

Condolences and tributes may be directed to the family by visiting www.nunes-pottinger.com

Online Tribute for Dennis Knechtel (no date) Nunes Pottinger Funeral Service & Crematorium Ltd. Available at: https://nunes-pottinger.com/obituary/dennis-knechtel/ (Accessed: 10 March 2024).

Audrey — Bryan Russel Shaver. [Group Sheet]

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• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/220767780
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-148414

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-151513

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GENTLE, Mr. and Mrs. Derek, 1135 Queen's Blvd., at K-W Hospital, Jan. 10, daughter (stillborn).

Dorothy — Richard MacBride. [Group Sheet]

Shirley — Darcy Snyder. [Group Sheet]

David — Rev. Muriel B. Martin. (daughter of Paul S. Martin and Almeda S. Bauman) [Group Sheet]

Martha — James Philip Steven Schiedel. (son of Lawrence Harold "Harold" Schiedel and Edna Rose Schmitt) [Group Sheet]

Martha — John Wood. [Group Sheet]

Norma — John Frederick Lichti. (son of Laverne Lichti and Nelda Schwartzentruber) [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-154640

Notes:

Esther died peacefully, at St. Mary's General Hospital, on Tuesday, September 12, 2006. She was 58. Esther is the beloved daughter of Nora (Brubacher) and Leonard Bechtel of New Hamburg. She will be lovingly remembered by her brother, sisters and their spouses; David and Muriel Bechtel of Kitchener, Martha and John Wood of Kilworth, Norma and John Lichti of New Hamburg, Dorothy and Richard MacBride of Waterloo and Shirley and Darcy Snyder of New Hamburg. Her nieces, nephews and their families will also remember Esther. She grew up in the Preston Mennonite congregation where she remained a lifelong member. In her early adult years, Esther worked as a Registered Nursing Assistant and Dental Assistant until schizophrenia curtailed her career plans. Esther struggled with her illness for many years. More recently, she was able to experience some contentment. Her family, friends and faith were important to her. Her family is grateful to the caregivers and residents of Millwood Manor who supported Esther. Friends are invited to share their memories of Esther with her family at Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King Street South, Waterloo, on Thursday (today) from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. The funeral service to remember her life and faith will be held on Friday, September 15, 2006 at 1 p.m., at Preston Mennonite Church with Rev. Claire Osinkosky officiating. A family committal service will be held at Mannheim Mennonite Cemetery on Friday morning at 11 a.m. In memory of Esther, donations to Preston Mennonite Church or the Canadian Mental Health Association would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy and may be arranged through the funeral home, 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com In memory of Esther, a tree will be planted through the Trees for Learning Program by the funeral home.

The Record 14 Sep 2006

Sandra — Mark Brubacher. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-370072

Other Events:

• Name: Muriel Aleen Bowman
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-157945

Notes:

BOWMAN, Muriel - Passed away on Tuesday, July 22, 2008, at Freeport Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, Kitchener. Muriel resided at Meneset Adult Community, R.R. 5, Goderich and was formerly of New Hamburg. She was born 66 years ago in Wilmot Township and was the daughter of the late Delfred and Pearl (Snyder) Bechtel. Beloved wife of Marvin Bowman whom she married March 5, 1960. Dear mother of Tim Bowman of Cambridge, Shelly Diebold and Wendy and husband Ken Krieck, all of Kitchener. Sadly missed by her grandson, Dallas. Also remembered by her brothers and sisters, Gerald and Sheila Bechtel of Elmira, Nancy Schwartzentruber of Baden, Brenda Neave and Gary Janes of Cambridge, Bev and Harold Subject of Brussels, Darlene Wegford of Baden and brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Lorne and Ruth Bowman of Kitchener, Leonard and Dorothy Bowman of Florida and Dorothy and Ralph Rogers of Goderich. Muriel was predeceased by brother-in-law, Jake Schwartzentruber. Muriel was a member of Zion United Church, New Hamburg and also the Ladies of the Lake Red Hat Society. Muriel and Marvin spent their winters at Holiday Condo in Fort Myers, Florida. Cremation has taken place. A memorial visitation will take place at the Mark Jutzi Funeral Home , 291 Huron Street, New Hamburg on Friday, July 25, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The memorial service to celebrate Muriel's life will be announced in Thursday's edition of the Record. Interment in Memory Gardens, Breslau. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Freeport Health Centre Palliative Care Unit.

Waterloo Region Record 23 Jul 2008

Muriel — Marvin Bowman. (son of Michael B. Bowman and Mary Ann Cressman) [Group Sheet]

Nancy — Jacob "Jake" Schwartzentruber. (son of Allan Schwartzentruber and Winnifred Roth) [Group Sheet]

Brenda — Ronald Lorne Baechler. (son of Lorne Baechler and Anna Yantzi) [Group Sheet]

Darlene — Paul Clarence George Wegford. (son of Clarence Peter Wegfahrt and Martha Catherine Hoerle) [Group Sheet]