AL WIEBE

Condolences & Memories (32 entries)

• I am so saddened to learn about the passing of Mr. Wiebe. I wasn't able to go to the 100th anniversary at Kelvin High School and see him one last time. I will remember him as being so spirited and encouraging. Of all of my teachers, he had the most profound affect on me. He will be sadly missed. Heidi (Wrigley) Loney - Posted by: Heidi Loney (Former Student) on: Nov 26, 2014

• Several months have passed since Al passed away. I never thought I would miss Al so much. Somehow I still feel he will walk into the coffee shop. His imprint on my life will be forever. It was absolutely wonderful having Al as a friend. Our thoughts go out to Darcy & Sydney- Al truly loved them. Al's memories are true treasure to Darcy & Sydney & to all of us. Thank you so much Al. Art B. - Posted by: Al Wiebe (Friend ) on: Jan 31, 2014

• Mr. Wiebe was my photography teacher. He was very kind and gracious with his time and knowledge (I still have the camera I had when I attended his class at Kelvin). Rest in peace Mr. Wiebe. - Posted by: Tansu Erginsav (My teacher) on: Nov 17, 2013

• Dear Darcy, I called the school today and just found out about Al's passing and I had to let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and Sydney. I pray God's comfort for you and send my deepest sympathy. Even though I never met Al, the tributes speak volumes of what a wonderful person he was! Take care Darcy. - Posted by: Judy Muller (friend/co-worker of Darcy) on: Sep 10, 2013

• Rest in peace, Mr. Wiebe. We were lucky to have you, you'll be sadly missed. - Posted by: Stephen Meacham (Former student) on: Sep 03, 2013

• Darcy & Sydney Today and always, may loving memories of Al bring you peace, comfort, and strength. - Posted by: Sharon Stevens () on: Aug 14, 2013

• "Good stuff!". If you were a student of Mr.Wiebe's, you probably heard him say that to you, and to your classmates. Positive feedback. We all thrive on it. Way better than criticism. Being positive was the easiest thing in the world for Mr. Wiebe. Reading these tributes and those on Face book it is easy to see just how exponentially significant being positive can be. It is also easy to see just how important teachers are. I feel very fortunate to have been taught by Mr. Wiebe, and by so many other great teachers at Kelvin. We all have opportunities to teach. To teach our children, our families, our friends, perhaps our staff, or even our neighbors. Let's all carry on being positive in the way we learned to be positive by such good teachers as Mr. Wiebe.....and Mr. Cramer, and Mr. Froese, and Mrs. Jamieson, and Mr. Dickens. You know who they are. That will be the best tribute you can pay to our good friend, and to his family. Peace. - Posted by: Stephen Mahler (Student) on: Aug 02, 2013

• Mr Wiebe put my first camera in my hand when I came to shop class as a Junior High School student while at River Heights in 1996. It was with that first lesson in photography that I will remember what a great teacher and support he was to his students. Later on as one of his High School students, he gave me a set of keys for the darkroom at the back of his drafting class. When they couldn't find me in Math or Physics, Al would know where I was. I was developing my craft and love of photography and all its magic. Now, more than 20 years later and an accomplished International photojournalist having worked in more than 35 countries for over 100 publications, I am sad to say goodbye to you Al. Thank you for teaching me all that you know. Rest in Peace and take some pretty pictures with those Minoltas. best, Chris Bolin - Posted by: Chris Bolin (Former Student ) on: Aug 01, 2013

• I remember having Mr. Wiebe teach me drafting when I was in Junior High back in the 70's and then seeing him in the hallways during the 4 years I spent at Kelvin! He was always a kind man and loved to teach. Even though these memories are more than 30 years old (I graduated Kelvin in '82) I will never forget that kind man! I like to think that he had a positive influence on that kid I was back in grade 9! - Posted by: Ian Lansdown (Former student) on: Aug 01, 2013

• Mr Wiebe always had a smile and an outstretched arm to offer, a willing ear and a story. Thank you for a great high school experience. But I feel more blessed through being reconnected on facebook. Seeing JUST how much you loved our school, your work, your community and how much you continued to be such a source of strength to so many. Thank you for sharing your journey with us and allowing us to be there for you when we could. May you rest in peace Mr Wiebe. Thank you for being you and making us all better people. - Posted by: Catherine White (Former student) on: Aug 01, 2013

• Mr. Wiebe was a great man and an awesome teacher. He always put a smile on my face, he was always willing to help others (many MANY years ago he gave me some lunch since i didn't have any before class :D) among other things. My thoughts are with his family, on their road they must travel now. Just remember you are never alone, he will always be there. - Posted by: Marianne Gainey (Fredborg) (Former Student) on: Aug 01, 2013

• Mr. Wiebe was a good man. He is the one that allowed me to attend Kelvin High despite not living in the catchment area and going to Kelvin is the greatest thing to happen to me. I remember my first day at Kelvin he greeted me and approached me and assured me that I will enjoy my time at Kelvin. Once in a while he would check up on me and come by my locker to see how was I doing before. One of the nicest people I ever known. - Posted by: Savios (former student) on: Aug 01, 2013

• Mr Wiebe was one the nicest people I have ever met. Thank you for making drafting fun and for putting a smile on people's faces everywhere you went. Your legacy at Kelvin will never be forgotten. - Posted by: Kevin McIntyre (student) on: Aug 01, 2013

• It's been a crazy road, but thanks for always being a part of it. I am sad for your loss, but thankful to have had you on my side down here, and still thankful to have you on my side up there. You will never be forgotten. - Posted by: Allison Cooney (Former student, Friend) on: Aug 01, 2013

• Mr. Wiebe was one on the bright memories from high school, he not only encouraged students to become interested in drafting and keep up with their work, he supported kids as individuals and treated everyone with dignity and fairness, Mr Wiebe, you will be missed- - Posted by: ash (former student) on: Jul 30, 2013

• Strong, kind, gentle and giving are only a few ways to describe you Al. We will always be honored to refer to you, Darcy and Sydney as neighbors, as friends, as the kindest people anyone can know. - Posted by: George and Angela (Neighbor) on: Jul 29, 2013

• IN A WHISPER IN THE SILENCE OF A WHISPER WITH HIS LOVED ONES AT HIS SIDE ALBERT SOFTLY CLOSED HIS EYES ONE LAST FINAL TIME WITH A SMILE SO WARM AND GENTLE HE COULD LIGHT UP ANY ROOM BRINGING A GLOW TO ANY DAY REMOVING ALL ITS GLOOM I SHARED SOME TIME AND STORIES UP UNTIL THE VERY END AND IN MY HEART I KNEW ALBERT CONSIDERED ME A FRIEND I SEND MY LOVE AND SORROW TO HIS DAUGHTER AND HIS WIFE WHO SHALL FOREVER HOLD THE MEMORIES OF SHARING HIS GREAT LIFE ALBERT WAS A FRIEND TO MANY AND WILL BE THOUGHT OF EVERY DAY SO MAY WE ALL JUST SMILE AND WAVE WHEN AN ANGEL FLIES OUR WAY IN THE SILENCE OF A WHISPER PART OF OUR WORLD WAS TORN APART BUT THE LOVE FOREVER MORE REMAINS SO DEEP INSIDE OUR HEARTS REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND RJM.13 - Posted by: bert mcgimpsey (health care aid) on: Jul 29, 2013

• We did not know Al very well but we heard so many positive things about him from Ruby & Peter & we were always thankful for the support he gave to them. He was a much loved man. Our thoughts & prayers are with Darcy & Sydney as they travel the road of grief & loss. His spirit will always be with you. - Posted by: Reg & Betty Pell (Sister & brother-in-law to Ruby & Peter Zacharias) on: Jul 28, 2013

• Although I never had Mr. Wiebe as a teacher, he was a very kind person. He touched so many lives, and will be sadly missed. Condolences to the family. - Posted by: Shayla Waruk (student) on: Jul 28, 2013

• I had Al as a teacher in the early 80's. he encouraged my interest In drafting. I'm now a landscape architect. He was a kind, positive and lovely guy. I offer my sincere condolences to you, his family. - Posted by: Doug Shearer (His student) on: Jul 27, 2013

• Such sad news. Thanks for all the encouragement and inspiration, Mr Wiebe. I'm glad I got to see you once more at the Kelvin reunion last year. Carl - Posted by: Carl Neustaedter (Former student ) on: Jul 27, 2013

• Al had a genuine gift of connecting with people, particularly young people. He gave his time through personal counselling and countless hours of supporting school events. He was a colleague with whom I am proud to have worked. My condolences to his family. - Posted by: Clay Bottrell (Colleague) on: Jul 27, 2013

• Saddened to hear about Al on his Facebook page. Another good life too short. Now living out of province but will be thinking of him and our other classmates that may attend the memorial. He obviously touched many hearts during his career and now we all know why he existed. - Posted by: cheryle (school mate from Altona) on: Jul 27, 2013

• Spread your wings and soar with the angels. - Posted by: Bert Mcgimpsey (Health care aid) on: Jul 27, 2013

• Al Wiebe was an an outstanding person. He truly cared about his students at Kelvin High. He took the time to mentor and encourage. Our children were among the thousands who were blessed to have his influence in their lives. - Posted by: Carolee Neufeld (mother of students) on: Jul 27, 2013

• Sending love and light to you and Sydney, Darcy. Reading the tributes already posted, it sounds like Al was a wonderful teacher with an impact on all. Please accept my condolences, and all my support as you brave the next part of this heartbreaking journey. You are in our thoughts. - Posted by: Diane Murray-Charrett (friend) on: Jul 26, 2013

• Phenomenal teacher, mentor, and person. I will miss his warm smile and big personality. - Posted by: Ira van den Berg (Former student) on: Jul 25, 2013

• In that time of turmoil that we all experience in our teen years he had a way of helping you get past all the drama and making you not only see, but understand what is really important. I will always remember that twinkle he had in his eye and his easy manner with all his students. He treated us like the adults that we were becoming, not the crazy kids that we were. Thank you Mr Wiebe. - Posted by: Jody (student) on: Jul 25, 2013

• Thanks Al, I would not be at Kelvin or even a teacher had it not been for you. Know this, you are one of the kindest persons that I ever met. Peace Out, Ztrip - Posted by: John Zonneveld (Co-worker and Friend) on: Jul 25, 2013

• Al Wiebe, or Mr. Wiebe as I knew him was the reason I graduated from high school at all. I am a successful mother and Executive Director because Mr. Wiebe paid attention. He knew when things weren't quite right. He knew that anger is the slowest path to change and would always take understanding's shortcut to improvement. I was on a dark path in the year I met him and I will remain eternally grateful for the gifts of understanding, education and sympathy he gave to me. - Posted by: Melissa (Former Student) on: Jul 25, 2013

• Please accept my sincere sympathy for the loss of your father and husband, Sydney and Darcy. I always enjoyed speaking with him. He so loved his family and I hold you in my heart as I know he will be sadly missed. - Posted by: Lori Ann Regnier (friend) on: Jul 25, 2013

• Dear Darcy and Sydney, I am so grateful for the Chicago trip with the divisional choir as this is when I had the opportunity to learn much about the kind of man your husband/father really was.....a true gem...passionate, and compassionate, about our youth, individual uniquenesses, and causes for the greater good. Clearly an adoring husband and father. We had many conversations about our girls and the entire room lit up when he spoke of Sydney. Love and light to you both. - Posted by: Susan Kos-Whicher () on: Jul 25, 2013