Mary Rempel of Abbotsford, B.C. passed away Dec. 3, 1999.

She was born Dec. 10, 1917 in Helena, Mont. The family lived in Newport, Wash.

In 1928 they moved to Yarrow, B.C. She married George G. Rempel Oct. 2, 1936 in Yarrow MB Church, with George's father, a minister, officiating.

The death of their son Allen at age 20 in March 1966 had a great impact on her life. She committed herself to the Lord. She found strength and comfort in Ps. 23.

Later in life, George accepted Christ. They were baptized Nov. 27, 1994 and joined Bakerview MB Church, Abbotsford.

She made petit point pictures.

Predeceased by George Mar. 14, 1997, son Allen, 3 brothers and 4 sisters, she is mourned by sons Harvey and Edward; daughter Lois Kitsul; 6 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and 1 brother.

The funeral was Dec. 7 in Bakerview MB Church, with Henry Thiessen ministering.