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Walter John Gerber

2/25/2022

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October 12, 1934 – February 25, 2022

With his children by his side, Walter Gerber went home to be with his Lord and Saviour, at Stratford General Hospital, in his 88th year, following a brief illness. He was married to Myrna Gerber (nee Honsaker) for 63 years.  Born on the family farm near Shakespeare to Aaron and Mary Ann (Ruby) Gerber, he lived there for a good portion of his life. Together, Walter and Myrna raised three children Kerry (Aldena), Sherry, and Jeffrey (Julie).   He was grandfather to five grandchildren, Lauren (Brent Weyers), Nicole, Brookelynn, Katherine and Jackson. 

He will be missed by his sister Ruth (David) Steinmann and sister-in-law Erma Kipfer.  He was predeceased by brothers and sisters (and spouses), Delford (Ethel) Gerber, Emmalene (Bill) Bell, Laverne Kipfer, and Eileen (Norm) Wettlaufer.  He will also be missed by sister-in-law Janet (Don) Myers, and was predeceased by brothers and sisters-in-law Betty (Ray) Ruby, David (Shirley) Honsaker, and Edwin (Fran) Honsaker.  Also missed by his many nieces and nephews.

Walter was a farmer and a truck driver.  He owned Gerber Transport with his brother Delford, and he later drove truck for Koch Transport for 25 years, until his retirement in 1996.  He loved his family and his Lord. He enjoyed his retirement years with enthusiasm, staying at the trailer, traveling extensively with Myrna, volunteering, meeting weekly with the Bethel Men’s Prayer Group, visiting with friends and actively engaging with those around him on the issues of the day.

Visitation will occur at Bethel Pentecostal Church in Stratford on Thursday, March 3 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm, and Friday March 4 from 1 to 2 pm with the funeral to follow at 2:30 pm. Cremation has taken place. No reception will follow the service.  In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy can be made in the form of donations to Bethel Pentecostal Church or the Stratford House of Blessing. 

Service to be  livestreamed at:  https://www.youtube.com/c/BethelChurchStratford

Obituary can be viewed at  www.tricitycremations.com.  Please visit Walter's obituary notice on Facebook.
9 Comments
Fiona Apperson
2/28/2022 05:51:24 pm

Dear Kerry, Aldena and family.
Our hearts broke when we heard of the loss of this wonderful father and grandfather. We heard so many stories of family times and how proud he was of his children and grandchildren.
We will continue to uplift your family in our prayers as you face this difficult time.
May you find comfort in knowing so many of us are with you.
Love Fiona and Jean

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Steven Mullenix
2/28/2022 06:56:55 pm

Walter I always knew you cared about me and my family, many memories, loved you lots, You were a good man of which there are too few. You have your reward. Thinking about you and prayers: Myrna Kerry and Aldena Sherry Jeff and and Julie and all the grands

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John & Heather Pruim
2/28/2022 11:26:40 pm


Many wonderful memories of Walter. He was a great youth leader and mentor as well.

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Jim and Baiba Wilde
3/1/2022 08:35:08 am

What a great loss. Our heartfelt condolences to your family. May God comfort and guide you through this very painful time. Wally was loved and he will be sorely missed by us and all who knew him. . Love from Jim and Baiba

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Lucy Coish Calabro
3/1/2022 10:26:57 am

Wally will never be forgotten. He is woven into the fabric of my childhood. He was exemplary, very smart and loving. He taught me in Sunday school, at the farm, and more importantly led by example in how to work hard, excel and treat others with respect. He was immensely proud of his children, who certainly follow in his footsteps. I know the sorrow of losing such a good man and my heart goes out to Sherry, Jeff and Kerry, and of course Myrna and extended family.

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Irvin an Carol Wagler
3/1/2022 05:57:22 pm

We are so sorry to hear of Wally,s death . We have great memories of him .
Our Prayers are with you as you walk this journey of grief may you be comforted by the memories you hold
Blessings Irvin / Carol

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Keith &Janet Bachert
3/2/2022 10:54:47 pm

Deepest sympathy to Myrna, Sherry, Kerry & family
and Perry & family in your great loss. We admired our dear cousin, Wally, and that smiling face is just how we will always remember him. He will be so missed. Earth’s loss but Heaven’s gain . Sincerely, Keith & Janet Bachert

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Roxie Baker and Stuart
3/4/2022 03:52:56 pm

To the Gerber family- We had the priveledge to watch Walter's service today. That was a wonderful, wonderful tribute.

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Betty Anne Brenneman
3/5/2022 11:16:48 am

So sorry to hear of Wally's passing. Thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. The service for Wally was a wonderful tribute to the kind of person he was.
Blessings........Betty Anne

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