Obituary of Edward Guenther

With heavy hearts and memories of happiness we announce the peaceful passing of Edward Guenther on Monday, April 27, 2020 at Bethesda Regional Health Centre, Steinbach, Manitoba. 

Left to cherish his memory are Margaret, his wife of 60 years; sons Ken and Jeff (Dolores), daughter Carol (Sheldon); seven grandchildren, Ashley, Megan, Josh, Travis, Jon, Matthew, and Emily; and one great-grandchild, Laila.

He was predeceased by his parents, Frank and Alice; six brothers, Art, Eric, triplets George, Isaac, and John, younger brother Frank and sister, Alice.  Edward was born on March 19, 1932 at home in Grunthal, MB.  He was the second youngest in his family of 8 siblings. 

Eddy grew up in Grunthal, Manitoba where he enjoyed playing on numerous hockey and baseball teams.  He was well-known for his defensive prowess on the ice and his fastball from the pitching mound. Eddy’s time as a player and a coach earned him the respect of both his teammates and opponents. 

On September 6, 1959, he married his sweetheart, Margaret Warkentin. 

After learning the retail business from his father and brothers,  Ed and Margaret owned and operated a hardware store in Grunthal where they earned a reputation for showing integrity and compassion in their business dealings. Ed was very generous by donating to numerous fundraisers. After selling Grunthal Hardware, Ed and Margaret purchased a chicken farm which they operated until their retirement. 

Time spent working on the town council, sports association, and volunteer fire department revealed Ed’s passion for making Grunthal a great place to live, work and play.  In 1967, the sports association was instrumental in creating the Grunthal Centennial Park which we enjoy to this day.

In his retirement, Ed enjoyed wood-working, collecting stamps and travelling with family and friends.  Ed was a devoted husband, father and grandfather.

He was very proud of his grandchildren and enjoyed watching them pursue their dreams.  Edward was very loved by his family and will be greatly missed.

Due to current circumstances, a private family service will be held on Friday, May 1, 2020 at 12:30 p.m. at Birchwood Funeral Chapel, Steinbach, Manitoba.

If friends so desire, donations in memory of Edward may be made to a charity of their choice.