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Sawatzky, Wilhelm (Bill) and grandfather and nothing gave him more pleasure than spending time with his family. Bill was a quiet, kind and gentle man and he will be dearly missed. Bill is survived by his five children, Shirley (Brian), John (Carol), Janice (Elmer), Janette (Ernie) and Steve (Dedra); 12 grandchildren, Samantha (Brandon), Jennifer, Sarah, David, Shawn (Sarah), Robin Wilhelm (Bill) Sawatzky, be(Sean), Charlene (Wayne), loved father, grandfather, Trenton (Jessica), Theresa great-grandfather, brother, (Matt), Paul, Samuel and uncle and friend went home Grace; great grandchildren, to be with his Lord and Savior, Lacey, Cody, Sawyer, Owen Jesus Christ, on Friday, June and Jacob; step grandchildren, 13, 2014 at the age of 84. Paul (Jessica), Scott, Rod (Ruth), Gary (Lori), Stan (WenBill was born in Grunthal, Mandy) and their children; extenditoba on February 23, 1930. ed family Emile and Carolyn He met his sweetheart, Mary and their children, Ryan and Schapansky, when he was 17 Breanne; sister Betty, sistersand she was 14. They marin-law Margaret, Tina (Henry), ried in 1951 and together they Lena, brother-in-law Bernie, raised five children who will be and many nieces and nephews. forever grateful for the love and guidance that they taught by Bill was predeceased by his example. Bill and Mary farmed dear wife, Mary, in 2012; his in Manitoba for 14 years before parents Wilhelm and Maria moving to Chilliwack, BC in Sawatzky, sisters Mary and 1965. They lived in town for 8 Margaret, brothers-in-law years, then moved to a hobby Peter, Frank, Aaron, Abe, Jake farm in Greendale (Blueberry and Herman; sister-in-law MarHollow) where they stayed garet. for 20 years before moving to A Memorial Service will be Sardis in 1993. In 1998 Bill reheld at 1:00 pm on Saturday, tired from his truck driving job June 28, 2014 at the River of that he enjoyed with ICG. Life Church, 42369 South SuIn his earlier years Bill enmas Rd, Chilliwack, BC. If so joyed camping and fishing and desired, in lieu of flowers a melooked forward to the annual morial donation may be made fishing trip at Loon Lake with to Mennonite Central Commithis children and grandchiltee (MCC BC), Box 2038, Abdren. Bill was a devoted father botsford, BC V2T 3T8. Online condolences to the family may be made to: www.wiebeandjeskefh.com Wiebe & Jeske 604.859.5885
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Corner of Broadway & Chilliwack Central
Classes - 9:30 am Worship Service – 10:50 am Sunday School – 9:30 am Associate Youth Pastor: Aaron Roorda
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DUPUIS, DOROTHY MARCH 11, 1921 ~ MARCH 20, 2014
Dorothy Reta Dupuis was born in Amherst, Nova Scotia and made the world a better place for the 93 years she was here. She was the 5th child in a family of 9 children. With an amazing memory, bright mind, curiosity for people, places and events, she was a natural to become the family go-to historian. Her quick wit, writing skills and storytelling were enjoyed by many. As a true Maritimer generosity was always in Dorothy’s blood. She would give the shirt off her back if someone was in need. Being a fabulous cook she enjoyed nothing more than setting another place at the table to make a guest feel at home. In the 1930’s Dorothy’s Aunt Minnie had a boarding house for miners in Springhill, NS and she spent many a happy time there visiting and working alongside her cousins. Dorothy married the love of her life, Henry (Betts) Dupuis, and their three children (Douglas, Linda and Gail) were born in Kentville, NS. Family was everything to her and Henry’s military career provided the opportunity for them to travel and live throughout Canada in London, Ontario; Dawson Creek, BC; and Chilliwack, BC. After bravely dealing with a greater number of health concerns than anyone should have to bear, Dorothy passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Comox, BC. “Going Home” before her in 1990 was her husband Henry, and ever so sadly her son Douglas in 2008. She is survived by her one remaining and very close younger brother Robert Coates, Halifax, NS; her two loving daughters that miss her dearly...Linda (married to Michael De Belser) Courtenay, BC and Gail (married to Ken Maggs) New Westminster, BC. Also surviving Dorothy are nieces, a nephew, grandchildren, and adorable great grandchildren. Linda and Gail would like to thank: Dr. Theresa Wilson for the attention, personal care and loving support she provided to their Mom, to the VIHA Home Support team for their tender loving care and patience which gave their mother the gift of choice to remain living somewhat independently in her own home, to the gals at Glacier View Lodge where she went on Thursdays for a ‘spa’ day when she felt well enough, and to the compassionate and helpful staff on the 2nd floor in the Transitional Care Unit at St. Joe’s Hospital who enabled her to live her last days with ease and grace. In keeping with Dorothy’s passion for life, attending music concerts, dancing, and listening to the blues, a joy-filled Celebration Of her Life will be held in the future in Chilliwack, BC with family and friends. Although I understand some may be saddened when I leave, One day, we will all meet again that’s what I believe... May my girls Linda and Gail especially find peace in the thought that my heart is free from care and that I am happy! ~ Dorothy ~ Mom ~
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ROMAN CATHOLIC CATHOLIC PARISH OF ST. MARY’S
8909 Mary St. 604-792-2764 Weekday Mass - 8 a.m. Saturday - 9 a.m. & 5 p.m. Sunday - 8 a.m. , 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m.
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FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH 9340 Windsor St. 604-795-7700 SUNDAY SCHEDULE: Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Service - 11 a.m. Evening Service - 6 p.m. Wednesday Service - 6:30 p.m.
45831 Hocking Ave., Chilliwack
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FULL GOSPEL Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship International Meet every Saturday at 12 noon at Homer’s Restaurant, for more info: 604-824-0185 cell: 604-316-4540 marghamm@shaw.ca www.chilliwackfgbmfi.com
ORTHODOX CHURCH St. Demetrius Ukrainian Orthodox Church
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Yale Road at Spadina 604-792-4634 Morning Worship and Sunday School at 10:30 am
MOUNT SHANNON UNITED CHURCH
SUNDAYS AT 9AM & 11AM 46641 CHILLIWACK CENTRAL ROAD CITYLIFECHURCH.CA 604.792.0694
46875 Yale Road East
Worship/Sunday School 11:00 am The friendly place at Yale & Quarry!
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Gospel Hymns & Christ-Centered Sermons Sunday Worship - 10 a.m. New Life Christian Church Pastor Dennis Bjorgan 1-360-296-6419 Vedder Elementary School 45850 Promontory Road.
9:15 am - Sunday School for all ages 10:30 am - Celebration Service Sanctuary & Video Cafe 8700 Young Rd. Chilliwack BC V2P 4P4 Phone: 604-792-0051 www.chilliwackalliance.bc.ca Visit us on Facebook: Chilliwack Alliance Church
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