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SUMMARY:John Bergen
DESCRIPTION:John Bergen\, age 84\, of Niverville\, Manitoba\, passed peacefully into the arms of the Father on March 23\, 2026\, at 10:55 a.m. His wife Frieda was at his side; she remembered his final moments as “so unbelievably peaceful.” \nJohn was born July 12\, 1941\, in the RM of Hanover to Abe and Susan Bergen and was the oldest of ten children. At seven the family moved to Colony Bergthal\, Paraguay\, where they lived for four years before returning to Manitoba and settling in New Bothwell. A quick and determined learner\, John overcame the challenges of not speaking English as a child. His faith and the grace and forgiveness offered through Jesus were a steady source of comfort and strength throughout his life. \nJohn loved his work and the people he met along the way. From 1967 to 1970 he taught school in Kola\, Manitoba\, forging many lifelong friendships. After he and Frieda settled in Winnipeg\, he embarked on a long and successful career in commercial real estate. In retirement he made his home in Niverville\, where he spent his later years as his health declined. \nJohn loved photography\, left-handed golf\, and was known to delight his family with a wonderful singing voice—often to entertain and occasionally to tease. \nHe is survived by his beloved wife\, Frieda; his children Chad (Heather)\, Shawn\, and Amber (Justin); and his grandchildren Marlana\, Sarah\, Leah\, Dawson\, Kaleb\, and Jax. He was predeceased by his son Michael. His family will remember him as a kind\, gentle presence who left the world more beautiful for having been in it. \nHe will be deeply missed. \nThe memorial service will be held on Thursday\, April 2\, 2026\, at 2:00 p.m.\, at Birchwood Funeral Chapel\, Steinbach\, MB. To join the family via livestream\, please click HERE.
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SUMMARY:Anna Joyce Watt (Derksen) (nee Dueck)
DESCRIPTION:On March 22\, 2026 at the age of 83\, Anna Joyce Watt (Derksen) (nee Dueck) passed away peacefully into her heavenly home\, with family by her side\, following a short battle with pancreatic cancer\, which she fought with grace and strength. \nBorn on December 11\, 1942 to parents Peter and Margaret Dueck\, Anna was the beloved twin of Marge\, her ‘other half’ and lifelong best friend. She was also a cherished sister to 7 other siblings with whom she shared many special bonds throughout her life. \nAnna’s early years were spent on her family’s farm in Blumenfeld where many treasured memories were made. \nLater in life\, Anna had three boys\, Ken\, Sheldon and Kelly\, whom she loved dearly. Moving to Winnipeg and making a home for her young family there\, she met John\, and they were later married. Through their marriage\, Anna\, along with John\, lovingly embraced not only her own children\, but also John’s children and all of her grandchildren . \nAnna treasured fishing trips with John\, Christmases with her family and gatherings spent with her siblings back home\, which were especially dear to her. \nAnna’s faith was one of the guiding forces in her life. She was devoted to her church and gave generously of her time through volunteer work. Her time spent at Springs Church and at Vineyard Church in Mazatlán\, gave deep purpose and joy and she made lifelong friendships there. \nAnna had a special love for flower gardening\, and she found great peace and happiness in tending to her flowers. \nShe will be remembered for her warmth\, youthful spirit and love for life. \nAnna is lovingly survived by her sons Sheldon (Richelle)\, Kelly (Wendy)\, and stepsons John (Darlene)\, Doug (Keiko) and her grand children and great grandchildren. She is pre-deceased by her husband John\, son Ken and step children\, Charles\, Donald\, Ron and Sharon. \nShe will be deeply missed and forever cherished and remembered by her loving family and special friends. \nThe family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks for the compassionate care Anna received during her stay at the Grace Hospice. \nA service will be held at Springs Church\, 725 Lagimodiere Blvd\, on Tuesday\, April 14th at 12 noon. \nIn lieu of flowers\, donations can be made to Cancer Care Manitoba.
URL:https://springschurch.com/event/anna-joyce-watt-derksen-nee-dueck/
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