RODERICK REMPEL

Condolences & Memories (23 entries)

• We are blessed to have had Roderick in our lives. His smile and laughter was infectious. We cherish our memories. Jake and Lisa we are praying for comfort and peace for you all. - Posted by: Roy and Carolee Leavitt (Friends) on: Mar 18, 2016

• We are so blessed to have Roderick be part odd our lives. His joy and laughter was infectious. We cherish our memories. Jake and Lisa we pray for you and the kids for comfort and peace that can only come from God. - Posted by: Carolee and Roy Leavitt (Friends) on: Mar 18, 2016

• Am so sorry for your tender loss. Lots of prayers to all of the Rempel's family! - Posted by: Amy Crook () on: Mar 18, 2016

• I was deeply saddened to hear the news of Roderick's passing, only knew him briefly but as a hockey player and a person he always showed his coaches respect and was a pleasure to coach. Condolences to the Rempel family. - Posted by: Tyler Bonni (Hockey coach) on: Mar 18, 2016

• I played my first couple years of hockey with Roderick and as his defence partner. He was one of the fastest skaters on our team and his love for the game was undeniable. I have memories of him teaching me how to multiply in middle school and helping me score the game winning goal for our first banner. My thoughts and prayers are with his family now, Roderick will be missed dearly. - Posted by: Brooklyn Toderan (Old friend) on: Mar 18, 2016

• I used to play hockey with Rod. I remember when he moved up to play with our team halfway through the year, we immediately became friends and our team gained a strong defenseman. He could always make us laugh and had a way of keeping spirits high. I continued to play with Roderick for 2 more seasons, and we spent hours in the car together driving to and from hockey. We got to know each other and became even closer friends. Roderick was one of, if not the, toughest people I know. He'd never complain if he got hurt or anything. He'd just carry on and do his job. Rod always made sure it was his job to protect his fellow teammates. He genuinely cared about his team, and would put himself in the way to protect us on the ice. You always felt safe with him on your team. Roderick was an amazing person, and great friend. When I heard the news, I was crushed. The World lost an amazing person. Jake, Lisa, Tyler, Angie, I am so sorry for your loss. I can't even begin to imagine what you're going through. Roderick will be deeply missed by the many people he touched throughout his life. - Posted by: Scott English (Friend/Teammate) on: Mar 18, 2016

• Me and Roderick where best friends back when he lived out by Riverton, he was like a brother. I will remember all the crazy adventures we had together, from fishing in the ditch to slide off the chicken barns in the winter. I know I will see him again one day, but until then I will treasure his memory. - Posted by: Thomas Kehler (Old friend ) on: Mar 18, 2016

• I knew Rodrick through going to school with him. He was fun, and nice to everybody. My friends and I loved hanging around him even though he was younger than us. - Posted by: Mikayla (peers at springs christian acadamy ) on: Mar 18, 2016

• May Jesus wrap his arms around you - Posted by: Novaley martin () on: Mar 18, 2016

• I watched Rod play hockey & knew that Dyl was safer when Rod was on defence. Rod was the greatest of friends. We are praying for your family. - Posted by: Audrey Zimmerman () on: Mar 17, 2016

• So terriblly sorry . So young! May God give you grace for this journey of grief. - Posted by: Marvin Dueck (cousin of his. grandmother) on: Mar 17, 2016

• My deepest condolences to you. I must admit I have no idea what it is you are going through. But I would like to encourage you, to keep on clinging to God. He will carry you through this valley. Praying continuesly Love in Christ - Posted by: Lisa Wiebe (Sister in Christ) on: Mar 17, 2016

• Our hearts are so heavy and burdened for u guys. Our boys really enjoyed playing together when they were all so much younger, they loved his energy & quick smile, each day since hearing of Roderick passing the guys have shared a memory ;) We will continue to pray for you and your family, may you feel God's peace & know You guys raised a special young man, who touched many lives - Posted by: Trevor & Madelynn Guenter sons Kyle & Jack (Old Neighbors) on: Mar 17, 2016

• Our deepest, deepest condolences to you and your family. My prayers will be with you on Saturday and days to come. - Posted by: Suzanne Shelton (Parent of MBCI student) on: Mar 17, 2016

• Our hearts are aching for you. We are so sorry for your loss. Our son Braeden was friends with Roderick at MBCI. In grade 8, Roderick accidentally knocked Braeden over in gym & he broke his wrist. Braeden was not upset with Roderick. I remember him saying that Roderick was stronger than he knew he was & he had a kind heart. I remember him as a smiley joking type kid. We have been praying for you since we heard the news. We are comforted knowing Roderick is in heaven with Jesus & one day we will see him again. May you find comfort in God and in your beautiful memories of Roderick. Sending our love and light. - Posted by: Melanie & Michael Engel (Our son Braeden was friends with Roderick ) on: Mar 17, 2016

• Dear Lisa and family, I just want to let you know that I am thinking of you and praying for you during this very difficult time. Words cannot describe the pain you must be feeling. I am so sorry for your loss. Maybe the God of all comfort wrap you all in His arms and carry you through. - Posted by: Vera (Lisa's friend) on: Mar 17, 2016

• We feel with you. We are celebrating Renee Dueck's tomorrow. She would be 32 if she was still with us. - Posted by: Raymond Dueck (lived in Riverton) on: Mar 17, 2016

• So very sorry for your loss. Praying God's comfort and peace over you and your family. - Posted by: Erica Wieler () on: Mar 17, 2016

• I don't know your son, nor do I know you, the family. However, I have been praying for your family and for Roderick's classmates and friends. I only know what Rebecca told me: "everyone liked him". Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. I can't even begin to imagine what you are going through. Hold on to all the memories. - Posted by: Delia Friesen (Roderick was a classmate of my daughter Rebecca K. ) on: Mar 17, 2016

• Dearest Jake, Lisa, Tyler and Angeline, We came to know your family quite unexpectedly when we hosted a young man from Russia who came here to play hockey. How blessed we were to be approached by you first at the arena! We knew right away there was something special about your family, and that we had a common ground. Our faith in Christ was our common ground and we quickly realized that you and your children lived your faith unashamedly! We came to know Roderick both through hockey and MBCI. We will miss him greatly! The Friday before his passing, I had an opportunity to talk to Roderick (actually, I think I embarrassed him a little) and mentioned that he had grown up into quite a good looking young man. He blushed slightly and smirked at me, which made him even more handsome. This is how I will remember him always, young...strong...and growing into a wonderful young man. Our heart aches for you all as you walk through this dark time, but the thought of Roderick with Jesus encourages us to continue to walk steadfastly in our faith. How blessed we are to have known him...if even for the shortest of times. We will continue to pray for your family always! Affectionately in Christ Wayne and Maxine - Posted by: Wayne and Maxine Gacek (Hockey Friends) on: Mar 17, 2016

• My heart goes out to the family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Like all my students, Roderick will always have a special place in my heart. I'll always remember his energy, bravery (he wasn't afraid of much) and the good talks that we had. - Posted by: Tracey Pauls (Grade 7 teacher) on: Mar 17, 2016

• Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. You are living a parent's worst nightmare. I have often thought of you over the years since you left Riverton. Please know that your family is very much in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you all. - Posted by: Lana Bobrovich () on: Mar 17, 2016

• I will miss Roderick; his welcoming smile, his playful zest for life, and his visible love for his friends and family members. - Posted by: Adrian Enns (School Pastor) on: Mar 17, 2016