At Blue Water Rest Home, Zurich on Saturday, August 18, 2018 in her 99th year. Beloved wife of the late Ephraim Gingerich (2010). Dear mother of Yvonne Brine of Vancouver, Mary Margaret Gingerich and Lyn Hagglund of Burnaby, Jane and John Westerveld of Zurich and Debra and Wayne Winkler of Vancouver. Loving grandmother of Nathan Brine and Michele, Adam Lloyd, and Ryan and Amy Lloyd and great-grandmother of Darcy, Wyatt, Eivin, Penelope, Charlotte and Elsie. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Clare Martin of Ohio, Lois and Robert Witmer of Cambridge, and Lawrence and Marilyn Martin of Waterloo. Predeceased by a sister Violet and brothers James and Paul.
Friends may gather at the Zurich Mennonite Church, 37818 Zurich-Hensall Road, Zurich on Tuesday, August 21st from 9:30 to 10:30 AM where the funeral service will be held at 11 AM with Pastor Ryan Jantzi officiating. Cremation with interment Lakeside Cemetery. Zurich.
Donations to Blue Water Rest Home or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Haskett Funeral Home, Zurich (519-236-4365) entrusted with arrangements.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Dianne Loerchner
My most sincere condolences to each one of Elsie’s family and extended family. Elsie was a wonderful mentor to me when I started working at BWRH; her respect and care for everyone were self evident. She will be missed by many! I have many wonderful memories of the peaceful farm as a child and then later when I picked cherries with our kids and bought fruits and vegetables from Ephraim. May your family/extended family find comfort in each other as you mourn the loss of such a caring lady.
Susan Horton
My most sincere Condolences for Yvonne, Meg, Jane and all of Beautiful Elsie’s Family. Always kind, and loving Lady that was a highlight of my evening shifts at the BWRH. LOVE ALWAYS & FOREVER!!
Lois Thiel
Sincere sympathy to all of Elsie’s family. I was fortunate to have worked at BWRH with such a wonderful lady and caregiver. Caring and compassion for others was certainly her motto and this was displayed in all her interactions with residents on a daily basis. My sympathy to you Jane as well as you also cared deeply for others. Love and prayers to all the family.—Lois Thiel.
Cathy McKinley
You all have my deepest sympathy. As you know, Mom (Evelyn) sat with Elsie for meals many times at Bluewater . I was always amazed at her determination to remain independent and also with the grace she showed when she gave permission for me to help her. She will be missed by very many I am sure and I am glad I got to know her in recent times. The red rose placed on her table Sunday morning caused more than one tear…
Donna O 'Brien
My sympathy to the Gingerich family . I know you have many wonderful memories of two super parents on your lovely farm. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers ! Sincerely , Donna
Al & Sharon Brokenshire
Our sincerest sympathy to the family of Elsie you are in our thoughts and prayers
Al & Sharon Brokenshire
Susan (Manson) Best
My condolences to the family on the passing of this loving and lovely woman. I remember with such fondness how she always welcomed me into her home on many occasions.
My thoughts are with you as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Wayne & Bonnie Keller
So sorry to hear of Elsie’s passing. What a kind gentle soul she was. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you Jane and your family. Bonnie and Wayne
Patti and Steve Geoffrey
We would like to extend our sincere sympathy to Elsie’s family . May you find comfort in knowing that your mother touched the lives of many. I remember Elsie for her genuine warmth and she was always kind and humble. Many caring thoughts and prayers are with you. Hugs!!
Randy and Vicki Geoffrey
Dear Elsie’s family, please accept our sincere sympathy, what a lovely lady and a inspiration to all that new this caring and thoughtful women. She is at peace after a well long life lived! Peace be with you all!
Blue Water Rest Home
Sending condolences on behalf of the Residents, Staff and Board at Blue Water Rest Home. You are in our thoughts during this difficult time.
George and Sue Wilson
Jane, John, family and sisters, you have our heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your Mom, Grandma. Cherish your precious memories. May the love of family, faith and friends give you peace and comfort. Hugs and prayers, George and Sue Wilson
Brenda Wiendels
My dearest Jane and family, Deb, Mary Margaret, Yvonne and families
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your Mom Elsie.
I will always remember our converstaions and her gentle manner and wonderful smile.
It would light up a room especially when we talked about any of her girls, grandchidren, and great gradnchildren.
Hold the memories close to your heart and draw on those most importnat to you over this time of healing.
Hugs my dear Jane
<3 Brenda
Betty Kirk
Jane and Family..may your beautiful, gentle Mom RIP.
She spent several years comforting the Residents at Bluewater as an Reg Nurse and friend
Stu & Ruth Ann Steckle
To the Gingerich Family,
Thinking of you with our caring prayers & sympathy.
May you always remember good times shared with your Mother / Grandmother.
Dale Gingerich
So Sorry to hear of your loss I have many memories of both your Mom & Dad from the farm and all the things that where learned from their wealth of knowledge. Its never easy to walk through these times but may your family be given much grace and mercy in the days ahead.
Dale & Barb Gingerich
Chuck & Tanya Erb
Our condolences to the Gingerich Family! Your Mom and Dad always had a Special place in our heart! For many years after my Mother died, your Mother would call me to wish me a Happy Birthday. Apparently it was a big event to have a Son after having five Daughters, and your Mom wanted me to remember that. Our Love & Prayers to you all.
Douglas Sparling
Jane and extended family,
May the memories you carry forever give you strength to walk through this time of grief.
Prayers and hugs sent your way
Love Dianne, Doug, Chantelle and Blair
Mary Lou Erb
To the ElsieGingerich family , May you find comfort with family and friends , my thoughts and prayers are with you ,
Kevin and Kim Overholt
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.. Memories are with us forever
Evelyn Vincent
Sincere sympathy to each of Elsie’s family. Elsie and Ephraim were friends of Mom and Dad and I have many good memories. May each of you be surrounded by God’s peace and comfort
Clasina de Bont
Jane,please accept my deepest sympathy with the loss of your Mother.I always will remember her sweet manner!Clasina
Judy Mills
To Elsie’s family:
Please accept deepest condolences from our family. We would see Elsie each day we visited Bluewater. She was always very polite and mannerly, considerate and grateful for whatever was done for her. She will be missed.
Iva Blair and daughters and their families.