HENRY SCHADE

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HENRY SCHADE December 5, 1922 - January 24, 2017 Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his faithful servants. Psalm 116:15 The family of Henry Schade wishes to announce his peaceful passing into eternity after a brief illness. We celebrate the blessed reunion of soul and Maker, yet mourn deeply the passing of a loved one so rich in God. Henry is survived by his children, Darlene, Brian (wife, Debbie), Glenda (husband, Mark), and son-in-law, Michael Hladky. Eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren also lament, yet share in the heritage of a life dedicated to Christ. Henry was predeceased by his wife, Ottillie (2016), two children, Garnet Schade (2016) and Vionna Hladky (2010), along with two sisters, Olga (Henry) and Martha Schade, and numerous nieces and nephews. Henry was born in 1922, in Niezpodzianka, Poland. He immigrated to Canada, with his mother and sisters, in 1930, when he was eight. The family settled with his father, who had established a farm in the Greenwald area, north of Beausejour. The experience of growing up farming during the depression years created within Henry a strong work ethic, a sacrificial spirit, and a dependence on God. The discipline and diligence it took to provide for the family became a blueprint for his later years. The adversity both strengthened and softened him. His character became strong and his heart humble. God was fashioning a remarkable man who became trustworthy and true. He married Ottillie (Tillie) Otto on June 28, 1947. Together, they continued to farm on family land until 1955, when Henry found work with the railroad in the city. The change moved the family that had grown by three children (Darlene, Vionna, Garnet) to Winnipeg, where they set up residence. By 1961, Henry found new employment as a delivery man with Eatons, and soon moved into the carpentry workshop where he would work until his retirement in 1986. He was a loyal Eatons employee who was proud to have earned his gold watch from the company after 25 years of service. During those years, two more children (Brian, Glenda) were born. In 1974, he and Tillie bought land and built their dream home together with their family. Under Dad's steady, guiding hand, the house was built with love and built to last. It became the family hub from which everyone came and went. Dad, together with Mom at his side, was the wise and steadfast patriarch who showered his loved ones with the riches of God at every turn. Always faithful to serve, he continued to demonstrate the kind of sacrifice he learned as a boy. As he grew into old age, he never lost the child-like faith that was forged in his youth. It simply deepened and became richer as it carried him into his latter years. Henry enjoyed serving in his church, whether it be through singing in the choir, teaching Sunday School, leading Prayer and Bible study groups, acting as chairperson on various boards, or visiting the sick and those in prison. He was a faithful servant whose word was his bond. After Mom's passing, he continued to use her Bible in his daily devotions and prayed for each of his loved ones by name. He was a steadfast prayer warrior. Aging made life considerably harder for both Mom and Dad, but Dad spent his last years faithfully serving Mom after she suffered a stroke. His goal was to make it to their 69th anniversary, which he did, but she did not. The celebration that was not to be, now turns into an even greater one as they are united before their God, together once again. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to: Dr. Christine Duprat, of the River East Access Centre, for going above and beyond in her care for Dad; The Palliative Care Team; and our wonderful health care aide staff for the assistance, compassion and dignity they offered Dad and us. Without them, his peaceful passing at home would not have been possible. Dad's love for God has become our inheritance that will carry through the generations. As we remember him, God will be praised in our tears while heaven rejoices. Family and friends are invited to join this mixture of sorrow and gladness as we celebrate his life on February 18, 2017. Viewing will take place at 10:00 a.m. at the Concordia Church of God, 705 Concordia Avenue. The funeral service will begin at 11:00 a.m., with reception and interment to follow. In lieu of flowers, the family would be grateful for any donations made in Dad's name to the Crisis Pregnancy Centre of Winnipeg. Family and friends may sign a Book of Condolence at www.glenedenmemorial.ca Glen Eden Funeral Home & Cemetery 204-338-7111

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 28, 2017