Verna Schwartzentruber

1925-2025

Verna passed away peacefully on June 22, 2025, in her 100th year. 

Verna was born in Wilmot Township 99 years ago, on Aug 21, 1925.

Verna will be remembered by her family Anna Bender, Edward and Marlene Schwartzentruber, Janet and Bernie Breach, Diane and Larry Lichty, and Eva Schwartzentruber. She was predeceased by family Milton Schwartzentruber, Ina and William Schmidt, Ken Bender, Catherine Stock,  Esther and Anson Kennel and Carl Schwartzentruber. Verna is lovingly remembered by her many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Verna was a life time member of Steinmann Mennonite Church, Her faith shaped her approach to all aspects of her life. Verna worked at Provident Book store for many years – which allowed her to explore her passion for reading and knowledge. Verna’s life spanned a century. Throughout her life, Verna remained flexible, independent, current in all topics, engaged and interested in her friend's, and family’s lives. Verna was a trailblazer for her generation, and yet lived simply. She had a passion for genealogy, history (especially Biblical), environmental and women’s issues, and loved a good political debate. She listened to CBC everyday - for news, current affairs, classical music, and comedy. She had a heart for the marginalized. Her compassion, resilience and forward thinking will be remembered by many.

Relatives and friends are invited to Steinmann Mennonite Church 1316 Snyders Road W., Baden, on Sunday July 13, 2025, for a time of visitation from 1:00pm -1:45pm. Followed by a Funeral Celebration Service at 2:00pm at Steinmann Mennonite Church. All are welcome.

A green burial has taken place at Steinmann Mennonite Church Cemetery.

 For those unable to attend in person a livestream will be available by going to https://smchurch.ca/livestream-recordings/
As expressions of sympathy, donations can be made to Steinmann Mennonite Church Capital Fund or Nithview Home Building Project. 

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