PETER REMPEL, of Coaldale, AB, beloved husband of the late Mary Rempel of 67 years, passed away peacefully in the presence of Jesus at Sunny South Lodge, on Sunday, October 15, 2023 at the age of 100 years.
Peter is lovingly remembered by his five children: Ria (Ken Frances) Neufeld, David (Kerry) Rempel, Wilma (Rick) Enns, Irene Rempel, and Vivien (Phil) Sharp and their families. He had 17 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister Marie (Cliff) Hamm and family; sister Martha Retzlaff and family; and sister-in-law Harriet as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Peter was born to Jacob and Annie Rempel in Didsbury, Alberta, on January 6, 1923. He was the oldest of five children and was predeceased by two infant siblings; his parents; and his brothers Frank (Laura) and Bill; brother-in-law Art; and son-in-law Tom.
Peter grew up in the Didsbury/Cremona area. In 1938, his family moved to Rosemary to farm. On April 29, 1953, Peter married Mary Neufeld. They farmed together until 1972. Pete worked for Lakeside Feeders, then at the Co-op as yardman, and later, a fuel truck driver. Following retirement, Peter often worked for farmers during harvest.
Peter loved God, his family, nature and farm life. While a quiet man, Pete's faith was very important to him. Even in his deep dementia, Pete would tell others that he loved God and that God loved him. Rosemary Mennonite Church was very important to him. He served on various committees, including the education committee, taught German Sunday School, and was a faithful member in the men's choir for many years. Pete had a wonderful bass voice and loved to sing until several years ago.
Peter and Mary moved to Coaldale in July of 2011, and a year and a half later, moved into Sunny South Lodge, where he faithfully attended the church services and other forms of entertainment as long as he was able to.
A special thank you to the staff in the dementia unit of Sunny South Lodge for your care and compassion these last few years. Your love for our dad was heart-warming and your care for him was exceptional. Thank you also to Dr. Justin Steed for your compassionate care these last years. Our family would also like to thank all who came to visit with Dad and who helped make Coaldale home for him. Dad appreciated each visit.
A private Memorial Service will be held at a later date for both Peter and Mary in Rosemary.
