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Deacon Leroy Gerard Thiessen

Birth	:	11 Sep 1935 Rosenort, Pembina Valley Census Division, Manitoba, Canada
Death	:	25 Jan 2002 Grande Prairie, Grande Prairie Census Division, Alberta, Canada
Burial	:	Heart Valley Cemetery, Wanham, Grande Prairie Census Division, Canada
Coordinate	:	55.5885630, -118.3874170
Description	:	Leroy Gerard Thiessen was born on September 11, 1935, at Rosenort, Manitoba, the oldest son of Peter and Dora Thiessen. He passed away peacefully on Friday, January 25, 2002, at the QEII Hospital, Grande Prairie. Alberta, with his wife and children by his side, at the age of sixty-six years. When Leroy was nine years old, his family moved from Manitoba to Crooked Creek, Alberta, where he received his education. At the age of thirteen, he gave his heart to the Lord and was baptized into the Church of God in Christ, Mennonite on November 29, 1948, by Min. Jac. F.... Read More	Leroy Gerard Thiessen was born on September 11, 1935, at Rosenort, Manitoba, the oldest son of Peter and Dora Thiessen. He passed away peacefully on Friday, January 25, 2002, at the QEII Hospital, Grande Prairie. Alberta, with his wife and children by his side, at the age of sixty-six years. When Leroy was nine years old, his family moved from Manitoba to Crooked Creek, Alberta, where he received his education. At the age of thirteen, he gave his heart to the Lord and was baptized into the Church of God in Christ, Mennonite on November 29, 1948, by Min. Jac. F. Barkman. The Church was very precious to him. Leroy married Jean Toews on July 24, 1958. Three sons and four daughters came to bless this marriage. One son died in infancy. With their young family, they made Heart Valley their permanent home in 1963. Jean was taken from the family by cancer in 1984. On October 27, 1985, Leroy married Viola Isaac. She became a mother to his family, and one more daughter was born, enriching their home. Thirteen years ago, Leroy was diagnosed with leukemia, and Viola faithfully cared for him through his years of sickness. He bore his suffering patiently, and those who knew him were inspired by his great faith and cheerful disposition. The church recognized Leroy's gift of caring for others, and in October, 1970, he was ordained into the deaconry by his father, Min. Pete Thiessen. He gave himself unselfishly to this work both in the material and spiritual aspects of the office. He had the faith that the Lord had a remedy for every problem. Leroy let his family know that he had no greater joy than to know that they would walk in truth. It was important to him that they attended church regularly. He found time to have family devotions and sing together with them. He often stressed that they should be forgiving. These memories are precious to his family, and they want to live the faith that he kept. About ten years ago, ill health caused him to turn the farming over to his sons, but he kept a keen interest in the farm, often wishing that he could be more involved. Leroy is survived by his loving wife Viola; children: Brenda, Mrs. Weldon Reimer, Bow Island, Alberta; Brian and wife Lora, Heart Valley, Alberta; Edith, Mrs. Cal Thiessen, Heart Valley, Alberta: Nora, Mrs. Carl Loetkeman. Hythe, Alberta; Donny and wife Carol, Heart Valley; Melani, Mrs. Mike Reimer, Enderby, British Columbia; Carleen, at home; nine granddaughters; seven grandsons; three brothers: Wilbert and wife Rebecca, Neilburg, Saskatchewan; Dennis and wife Lil, and Merle, Crooked Creek, Alberta; four sisters: Rosie, Mrs. Denver Reimer, Heart Valley; Ella, Mrs. Alen Wohlgemuth, Crooked Creek, Alberta; Olive, Mrs. Wayne Klassen, Crooked Creek, Alberta; Marian, Mrs. Keith Isaac, Bow Island, Alberta; two fathers-in-law, his brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, and many dear relatives and friends. Leroy was predeceased by his first wife, Jean; an infant son, Eric; his parents; and two mothers-in-law. Funeral services were held on January 29, 2002, at the Heart Valley Congregation, Wanham, Alberta, with Min. Roy Toews in charge. Interment was at the Heart Valley Cemetery with Min. Wilbert Thiessen presiding.

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Deacon Leroy Gerard Thiessen's memorial is located at: Heart Valley Cemetery, Wanham, Grande Prairie Census Division, Canada.
When did Deacon Leroy Gerard Thiessen death?
Deacon Leroy Gerard Thiessen death on 25 Jan 2002 in Grande Prairie, Grande Prairie Census Division, Alberta, Canada
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Latitude: 55.5885630
Longitude: -118.3874170

Family Members:

Parent

Rev Peter I. Thiessen

(1911 - 1986)

Dora F. Loewen Thiessen

(1913 - 1999)

Spouse

Jean Wanita Thiessen

(1938 - 1984)

Siblings

Rosie Anne Thiessen Reimer

(1937 - 2007)

Dennis Ray Thiessen

(1946 - 2007)

Merle Henry Thiessen

(1951 - 2014)

Children

Eric Thiessen

(1966 - 1966)

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