Jake (Dueck) Friesen

Obituary

Jake (Dueck) Friesen, age 77 years, passed away peacefully, Saturday, April 27, 2019, at Bethesda Regional Health Centre, Steinbach, MB with family by his side.

He is survived by his wife Mary (nee Toews), of 56 years, daughter, Dianne (Peter), son Darryl (Lisa), ten grandchildren, Travis, Tracy, Robynn, Candace, Jordan, Tim, Stephen, Samantha, Jessica, Reagan and their spouses, as well as 15 great-grandchildren.

Jake is also survived by, five sisters, two brothers, brothers and sisters-in-law.

He was predeceased by one daughter Darlene, his parents, Cornelious G. and Helen Friesen, one brother and two sisters.

Dad, it’s with heavy hearts that you left us way to soon, but we also know that your body told you it was time to go and, in your words, “the race is over”.

The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 1, 2019, at 2:00 p.m. at Birchwood Funeral Chapel, Steinbach, MB with viewing one hour prior to the service.

Interment will take place at Grunthal Cemetery, Grunthal, MB.

Donations in memory of Jake may be made to CancerCare Manitoba Foundation 1160-675 McDermot Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9.