Leona Reimer Our mother and grandmother, Leona Reimer of Steinbach, Manitoba, died peacefully in her sleep at Bethesda Place on Thursday, December 27, 2007. Leona was born at Swalwell, Alberta, on March 8, 1916 to Jac L. and Mary Toews. This is where she grew up and received her education. She married Elmer Reimer of Steinbach, Manitoba on October 6, 1940. They spent a few years in Swalwell working for her father before moving to Steinbach, where she spent the rest of her life. She raised her family, worked some years in a bakery, then housekeeping at Bethesda Hospital. She enjoyed sewing and did some for others through the years. She also enjoyed quilting and gardening. She made a great impact on others by her gentle quiet nature, her strong faith in God, and leaving us a godly heritage. She leaves to mourn two daughters: Winnifred (Ivan Froese), Rosenort, MB, Romelda (Charles Penner), Saltcoats, SK; two sons: Murray (Bev), Souris, MB, Bert (Zena) of Richer, MB; 19 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren; two sisters: Margaret Isaac, Bow Island, AB, Alda Isaac, Crooked Creek, AB; two brothers Elmer (Helen), Stettler, AB, Harvey (Susan), Linden, AB. She was predeceased by her husband, Elmer, a son in infancy, her parents, one brother, and four sisters. The family would like to express their appreciation to those involved in the good care taken of Mother during her years at Fernwood, and especially the staff at Bethesda Place. Viewing will be held at Birchwood Funeral Chapel on Sunday, December 30 at 7:00 p.m. with a devotional at 7:30 p.m. The funeral service will be held at Birchwood Funeral Chapel on Monday, December 31 at 11:00 a.m. with interment at Heritage Cemetery.