- The Carillon Passages
- All Titles
Search:
Notices are posted by 10 am Monday through Saturday
JACOB ZACHARIAS UNRAU
Born: Feb 21, 1931
Date of Passing: May 12, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJACOB ZACHARIAS UNRAU 1931 - 2015 On May 12, 2015 Jacob Zacharias Unrau, 84 years of age, passed away peacefully into the presence of his Saviour, surrounded by his family at the Selkirk General Hospital. Jake leaves behind his devoted wife Lilli of nearly 60 years and children Bernie (Shirley) Jake (Linda) Leonard (Shauna) Grace, Brenda (Vern); 14 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; surviving sister Mary Gerbrandt, sister-in-law Annette Unrau, and numerous nephews and nieces. Jake was predeceased by his parents and two brothers. Jake was born February 21, 1931 in Bergfeld, MB. Growing up on the farm, he developed a love of the land. He got his journeyman ticket in carpentry and in 1966 he went back to his first love, farming. Jake and Lilli settled on the farm near Selkirk, MB, where they raised their family. Jake was an active member of the community and was involved in curling, golfing, and their church. He and Lilli took great pleasure playing their harmonicas and singing for the residents of the Betel Home. During the winter months, Jake and Lilli spent many happy winters in California where they developed numerous close friendships and enjoyed entertaining friends with card games and fellowship. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him. The family would like to thank Dr. Zoppa and the excellent staff at the Selkirk General Hospital for their compassionate care and kindness extended to Jake and the family. A celebration of Jake's life will be held Tuesday, May 19, 2015 in New Life Church, Stonewall (east of Stonewall on highway 67),with viewing prior to service. A viewing will be held at 12:00 p.m. with the service to follow at 1:00 p.m. and a reception after the service. Internment will take place at Norris Lake Cemetery after refreshments. In lieu of flowers, if friends so desire, donations may be to Selkirk and District Palliative Care and/or Friends of Israel. MacKenzie Funeral Home Stonewall 204 467 2525 mackhome@mts.net
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 16, 2015
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
-
Our deepest condolences to the Unrau family at the passing of Jacob Unrau. - Posted by: Allison Nixon () on: May 19, 2015
-
Our deepest sympathy to you all. We will remember Jake as a cheerful and gentle man, and a great conversationalist. Take care. - Posted by: Norm and Diane Ostermann (friends) on: May 19, 2015
-
Lilli and family - We were so sad to hear of the passing of our friend Jake. We spent many happy hours in CA with you and Jake. Our memories will continue and we wish you peace and comfort in this time of sorrow. Knowing Jake was a believer and is in the presence of our Lord helps us too. - Posted by: Ray and Marge Backman (Friends ) on: May 18, 2015
-
Thinking of you as a family, especially our friends (Bernie & Shirley), and of Lilli as you face the time ahead without your husband and partner, Jake. Your ministering in Betel Home brought joy to many. Praying that you all will know the comfort and presence of Jesus and be comforted by many happy memories. - Posted by: Henry & Esther Elias (Friends) on: May 17, 2015