Anna Martens nee Harder
The following is found in her Funeral Leaflet.
Anna Martens, nee Harder, was born on January 22, 1928 in Chortitza, Ukraine. She moved to Germany with her family in 1943 and then moved to Paraguay in 1947.
In Paraguay, Anna met Cornelius and he became her life partner in 1953. While in Paraguay they had 3 children, Henry, Cornelius and Anna. In 1957 they immigrated to Canada and settled in Vancouver, BC. There they completed their family with 2 more children, Victor and Rita. In addition to caring for her own children, Anna also cared for her mother who lived with them for many years.
In 1968 Anna and Cornelius became members of the Sherbrooke Mennonite Church. From the beginning Anna was a committed member, giving of her time in many different areas over the years. For several years she and Mrs. Hanna Schowalter led the ladies Lydia Circle. Anna faithfully sewed blankets for the MCC, which she very much enjoyed. She had a strong commitment to the Lord and this was evident in the way she lived her life.
Anna will be greatly missed and is lovingly remembered by her husband of 55 years, Cornelius, as well as, her children and grandchildren.
Anna will always be remembered for her ever present smile, her sense of humour and her love and devotion to her family and friends. We will miss you, Anni, Mom and Oma.
Anna's Funeral Service took place on Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Sherbrooke Mennonite Church, Vancouver, BC
Officiating Pastors:
German - Heinz Braun
English - Garry Janzen - 2 Timothy 4:7-8
Sherbrooke Mennonite Church, Vancouver, BC
Officiating Pastors:
German - Heinz Braun
English - Garry Janzen - 2 Timothy 4:7-8
"Because Christ lives, death is not tragedy but TRIUMPH."
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