John L. Penner Peacefully, early Monday morning, January 21, 2008, John L. Penner passed away at Rest Haven Nursing Home in Steinbach. He was born May 15, 1906 at Blumenort, MB to Peter R. and Anna Penner. He was predeceased by his first wife Aganetha in 1991, his second wife Agnes in 1997, two children in infancy, two grandchildren, one son-in-law, his parents and most of his siblings. Left to cherish his memory are his three daughters, Elda (Peter) Reimer, Martha (Jim) Foulkes and Wilma Sprietzma; four sons, Reynold (Mary), Dave (Betty), Peter (Anne), Ken (Phillis), 31 grandchildren, 63 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great-grandchildren, one sister Helen Penner, one brother-in-law Pete Reimer and many nieces and nephews. He enjoyed life and he loved people. He did farming for many years. He also enjoyed carpentry and fixing things for himself and for others who needed it. He enjoyed teaching Sunday School and being involved in other areas in the church. The family would like to thank all the caregivers at Rest Haven and Dr. Krahn for their excellent care. A viewing service will be held at Birchwood Funeral Chapel on Sunday, January 27 at 7::00 p.m. with a devotional at 7:30 p.m. The funeral service will be held at the Evangelical Mennonite Church, 422 Main St, Steinbach on Monday, January 28 at 2:00 p.m. with interment at the Blumenort EMC Cemetery. If friends so desire donations may be made to Mennonite Central Committee, 134 Plaza Drive; Winnipeg, MB R3T 5K9