Jacob Kehler

Jacob Kehler

1920 - 2020

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Obituary of Jacob Kehler

Jacob Kehler, aged 99, of Steinbach, MB., passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 3rd 2020 at Rest Haven Personal Care Home, Steinbach, MB.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 77 years, Katherina, their daughter Martha (Vic), sons Harry (Marlene) and Alvin (Shayne). Jacob will also be fondly remembered by numerous grandchildren, great- grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.

He was predeceased by two sons, Peter and John.

From an early age, Jacob took great pride in building things with his hands. For many years, he worked in construction building homes, bridges, schools and other large projects. Not a day went by that there wasn’t a project or something to work on. Jacob proudly worked until he was 85 years old.

In his spare time, he loved building bird houses, watching grandsons play hockey (when they were winning), camping, and helping his kids with renovation projects.

Due to COVID-19 limitations, a private family service will be held on Saturday, May 9th, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at Birchwood Funeral Chapel, Steinbach Manitoba. 

Burial will take place at Randolph Cemetery, Randolph MB.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Jacob may ne made to South East Helping Hands, 525 Main Street, Steinbach MB R5G 0L5.

Saturday
9
May

Private Family Service

11:00 am
Saturday, May 9, 2020
Birchwood Funeral Chapel
162 PTH 52 W
Steinbach, Manitoba, Canada
(204) 346-1030
Saturday
9
May

Private Family Service

11:00 am
Saturday, May 9, 2020
Birchwood Funeral Chapel
162 PTH 52W
Steinbach, Manitoba, Canada
(204) 346-1030