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JOHN L. THIESSEN
Born: Nov 13, 1929
Date of Passing: Mar 31, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJOHN L. THIESSEN November 13, 1929 - March 31, 2015 It has pleased our Heavenly Father to take our dear husband, father and grandfather to his eternal home on March 31, 2015, at the Red River Valley Lodge at the age of 85 years. John is survived by his wife of 62 years, Gladys (nee Dueck); four daughters and one son: Terrilyn (Jim) Eidse, Mark (Bonnie) Thiessen, Gayle Thiessen, Pam (Cam) Cornelsen, and Michelle (Craig) Wiebe; 26 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents John and Elizabeth Thiessen, seven sisters and three brothers. John was born and raised in Rosenort, Manitoba where he spent his entire life. At the early age of 15 he developed an interest in mechanics and in 1958 founded Thiessen Motors, an auto and agricultural dealership where he always valued his customers. He had a passion for farming and in 1967 purchased his first farm near Morris, Manitoba. John was a well respected man in his community and church. He had a strong Christian faith and served in his church throughout his life. Family time with his wife and children was very special to him. He enjoyed traveling to see family and different parts of the world. The funeral service for John L. Thiessen will be held Monday, April 6, 2015, at 2:00 p.m. at the Rosenort E.M.C. Interment will take place in the Rosenort Cemetery; viewing will be held at the church prior to the funeral. The family wishes to thank Dr. Sharky and the staff at the Red River Valley Lodge in Morris, Manitoba for their kindness and care provided to our dad. If friends so desire, donations in memory may be made to the Canadian Food Grains Bank. Arrangements Entrusted to: Morris Funeral Home 204-746-2451
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 04, 2015
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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I will always remember you as my calm, quiet and gracious uncle. We will remember you and your family in our prayers. We will keep fond memories of growing up and of sharing a backyard fence in Rosenort many years ago. - Posted by: Lawrence Bartel (nephew) on: Apr 07, 2015
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My First day as an employee of Rosenort Motors I met a man that would soon be known to me as Mr. T. He greeted me with the warmest handshake and said Welcome! I knew right away that he had a sincere warmth about him and I would also come to learn the many things he had done for his community and families in the area that were in need. I feel very blessed to have known him and we wish Gladys and the Family our deepest sympathies, but we know God has received another very special angel. God Bless - Posted by: Gary & Susan Sivonen (Employee) on: Apr 06, 2015
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When John Thiessen hired me I only knew him well enough to say "hi" if I met him on the street. I soon learned what a pillar he was to his family, his church and his community. It is impossible to assess what he has done for our area over the years. He provided employment for so many people and willingly obeyed God's directive in assisting people in need. We will miss you Mr T! - Posted by: Carl (Employee) on: Apr 05, 2015
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We extend our sympathy to you as a family in the loss of your loved one. - Posted by: Abe and Olive Goossen (friend) on: Apr 05, 2015