Alberta Knechtel

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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]

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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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-146539

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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.

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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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• 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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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).

Audrey — Bryan Russel Shaver. [Group Sheet]

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