Peacefully on Sunday, July 28, 2013, John Giesbrecht passed away at the Bethesda Hospital in Steinbach, MB at the age of 88 years. John is survived by his wife Clemence Delorme, one daughter, two sons, one step daughter, four step sons and their families. He was predeceased by his parents, one son and one brother. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 31, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at Birchwood Funeral Chapel, 150 Penfeld Dr., Steinbach. Viewing will take place at the chapel prior to the service. Memorial donations may be made to CancerCare Manitoba Foundation, 1109 – 675 McDermot Ave.; Winnnipeg, MB R3E 0V9.