Orie Glenn Dettweiler
Glenn Dettweiler was the eighth and youngest* child born to Isaiah and Lucinda (Bechtel) Dettweiler. Glenn was born on the home farm on July 5, 1931.
Four sisters and three brothers enriched Glenn's early life; Margaret, Mary, Harold, Ruby, Ward, Norma and Clarke.
During the early 1950's, the Young People's Literary Societies of area churches visited each other. During these visits, Glenn met Joyce Lambke of Preston. Their relationship led to marriage on May 1, 1954.
Glenn and Joyce took over the family farm, becoming the third generation of Dettweilers on the farm. Their marriage was blessed with four children: Mary, married to Ron Carr,Ross, married to Gabrielle Zeffer, Lynn and James. Four lively grandchildren further enriched their family: Heidi, Peter, Amy and Lisa.
Glenn loved farming but he was also actively involved with Waterloo County Co-op, Waterloo Region Diabetes Association, the Holstein Breeders Association, the Mennonite Aid Union and Breslau Mennonite Church. Each of these associations provided new learning opportunities and the privilege of talking with people.
About four years ago, Glenn and Joyce moved from the farm into the village of Breslau. Diabetes, a bout with cancer and a heart attack slowed down Glenn's body, but his mind remained as active as ever.
On Saturday, December 16, while working in the barn, Glenn suffered a fatal heart attack.
While his presence will be dearly missed by all, his memories will continue to inspire and encourage many.
* Glenn was the youngest of Isaiah and Lucinda's surviving children. A younger brother, David, was stillborn.
My Father
It was only in the last two years that I thought I was really getting to know him. We had long conversations on the phone where Father talked about the things he was doing, the places he and Mother were going and the people he had seen.
Father was always busy. The farm consumed hours - years - just the way he liked it. But don't think that was all Father thought about. He always noticed what we were doing - our accomplishments and our interests. His pride in us was evident even though he seldom ever said very much.
Father loved life - his enthusiasm was apparent in everything he did. He loved people and being with people. You know, he always had a story to tell. He always had time to visit.
Father loved little people. I remember when I was small, in the evening after supper, he would call the youngest child to his knee to "mess around". He would bounce us up and down, play games with us and tell us stories - complete with facial expressions, actions and sound effects.
He loved being with his grandchildren, too. Theirs was a very special relationship. We have seen that in the last few days, as these children offer their support to their grandmother. "Don't cry, Grandma. I'm with you," from four year old Lisa.
Father was really a very private person. He preferred to demonstrate his beliefs and convictions through his actions, not in words, without fanfare. He freely shared his time, energy and resources with the people, groups and causes he believed in.
Over the past three evenings the Family has sat together in front of the fireplace that Father enjoyed so much. I still expect him to wander in and sit down with us. He was there with us, even though we couldn't see him. He will always be here, in the memories we have of him, and in our hearts.
Mary Dettweiler Carr
Glenn Dettweiler was the eighth and youngest* child born to Isaiah and Lucinda (Bechtel) Dettweiler. Glenn was born on the home farm on July 5, 1931.
Four sisters and three brothers enriched Glenn's early life; Margaret, Mary, Harold, Ruby, Ward, Norma and Clarke.
During the early 1950's, the Young People's Literary Societies of area churches visited each other. During these visits, Glenn met Joyce Lambke of Preston. Their relationship led to marriage on May 1, 1954.
Glenn and Joyce took over the family farm, becoming the third generation of Dettweilers on the farm. Their marriage was blessed with four children: Mary, married to Ron Carr,Ross, married to Gabrielle Zeffer, Lynn and James. Four lively grandchildren further enriched their family: Heidi, Peter, Amy and Lisa.
Glenn loved farming but he was also actively involved with Waterloo County Co-op, Waterloo Region Diabetes Association, the Holstein Breeders Association, the Mennonite Aid Union and Breslau Mennonite Church. Each of these associations provided new learning opportunities and the privilege of talking with people.
About four years ago, Glenn and Joyce moved from the farm into the village of Breslau. Diabetes, a bout with cancer and a heart attack slowed down Glenn's body, but his mind remained as active as ever.
On Saturday, December 16, while working in the barn, Glenn suffered a fatal heart attack.
While his presence will be dearly missed by all, his memories will continue to inspire and encourage many.
* Glenn was the youngest of Isaiah and Lucinda's surviving children. A younger brother, David, was stillborn.
My Father
It was only in the last two years that I thought I was really getting to know him. We had long conversations on the phone where Father talked about the things he was doing, the places he and Mother were going and the people he had seen.
Father was always busy. The farm consumed hours - years - just the way he liked it. But don't think that was all Father thought about. He always noticed what we were doing - our accomplishments and our interests. His pride in us was evident even though he seldom ever said very much.
Father loved life - his enthusiasm was apparent in everything he did. He loved people and being with people. You know, he always had a story to tell. He always had time to visit.
Father loved little people. I remember when I was small, in the evening after supper, he would call the youngest child to his knee to "mess around". He would bounce us up and down, play games with us and tell us stories - complete with facial expressions, actions and sound effects.
He loved being with his grandchildren, too. Theirs was a very special relationship. We have seen that in the last few days, as these children offer their support to their grandmother. "Don't cry, Grandma. I'm with you," from four year old Lisa.
Father was really a very private person. He preferred to demonstrate his beliefs and convictions through his actions, not in words, without fanfare. He freely shared his time, energy and resources with the people, groups and causes he believed in.
Over the past three evenings the Family has sat together in front of the fireplace that Father enjoyed so much. I still expect him to wander in and sit down with us. He was there with us, even though we couldn't see him. He will always be here, in the memories we have of him, and in our hearts.
Mary Dettweiler Carr
Orie Glenn Dettweiler
Glenn Dettweiler was the eighth and youngest* child born to Isaiah and Lucinda (Bechtel) Dettweiler. Glenn was born on the home farm on July 5, 1931.
Four sisters and three brothers enriched Glenn's early life; Margaret, Mary, Harold, Ruby, Ward, Norma and Clarke.
During the early 1950's, the Young People's Literary Societies of area churches visited each other. During these visits, Glenn met Joyce Lambke of Preston. Their relationship led to marriage on May 1, 1954.
Glenn and Joyce took over the family farm, becoming the third generation of Dettweilers on the farm. Their marriage was blessed with four children: Mary, married to Ron Carr,Ross, married to Gabrielle Zeffer, Lynn and James. Four lively grandchildren further enriched their family: Heidi, Peter, Amy and Lisa.
Glenn loved farming but he was also actively involved with Waterloo County Co-op, Waterloo Region Diabetes Association, the Holstein Breeders Association, the Mennonite Aid Union and Breslau Mennonite Church. Each of these associations provided new learning opportunities and the privilege of talking with people.
About four years ago, Glenn and Joyce moved from the farm into the village of Breslau. Diabetes, a bout with cancer and a heart attack slowed down Glenn's body, but his mind remained as active as ever.
On Saturday, December 16, while working in the barn, Glenn suffered a fatal heart attack.
While his presence will be dearly missed by all, his memories will continue to inspire and encourage many.
* Glenn was the youngest of Isaiah and Lucinda's surviving children. A younger brother, David, was stillborn.
My Father
It was only in the last two years that I thought I was really getting to know him. We had long conversations on the phone where Father talked about the things he was doing, the places he and Mother were going and the people he had seen.
Father was always busy. The farm consumed hours - years - just the way he liked it. But don't think that was all Father thought about. He always noticed what we were doing - our accomplishments and our interests. His pride in us was evident even though he seldom ever said very much.
Father loved life - his enthusiasm was apparent in everything he did. He loved people and being with people. You know, he always had a story to tell. He always had time to visit.
Father loved little people. I remember when I was small, in the evening after supper, he would call the youngest child to his knee to "mess around". He would bounce us up and down, play games with us and tell us stories - complete with facial expressions, actions and sound effects.
He loved being with his grandchildren, too. Theirs was a very special relationship. We have seen that in the last few days, as these children offer their support to their grandmother. "Don't cry, Grandma. I'm with you," from four year old Lisa.
Father was really a very private person. He preferred to demonstrate his beliefs and convictions through his actions, not in words, without fanfare. He freely shared his time, energy and resources with the people, groups and causes he believed in.
Over the past three evenings the Family has sat together in front of the fireplace that Father enjoyed so much. I still expect him to wander in and sit down with us. He was there with us, even though we couldn't see him. He will always be here, in the memories we have of him, and in our hearts.
Mary Dettweiler Carr
Glenn Dettweiler was the eighth and youngest* child born to Isaiah and Lucinda (Bechtel) Dettweiler. Glenn was born on the home farm on July 5, 1931.
Four sisters and three brothers enriched Glenn's early life; Margaret, Mary, Harold, Ruby, Ward, Norma and Clarke.
During the early 1950's, the Young People's Literary Societies of area churches visited each other. During these visits, Glenn met Joyce Lambke of Preston. Their relationship led to marriage on May 1, 1954.
Glenn and Joyce took over the family farm, becoming the third generation of Dettweilers on the farm. Their marriage was blessed with four children: Mary, married to Ron Carr,Ross, married to Gabrielle Zeffer, Lynn and James. Four lively grandchildren further enriched their family: Heidi, Peter, Amy and Lisa.
Glenn loved farming but he was also actively involved with Waterloo County Co-op, Waterloo Region Diabetes Association, the Holstein Breeders Association, the Mennonite Aid Union and Breslau Mennonite Church. Each of these associations provided new learning opportunities and the privilege of talking with people.
About four years ago, Glenn and Joyce moved from the farm into the village of Breslau. Diabetes, a bout with cancer and a heart attack slowed down Glenn's body, but his mind remained as active as ever.
On Saturday, December 16, while working in the barn, Glenn suffered a fatal heart attack.
While his presence will be dearly missed by all, his memories will continue to inspire and encourage many.
* Glenn was the youngest of Isaiah and Lucinda's surviving children. A younger brother, David, was stillborn.
My Father
It was only in the last two years that I thought I was really getting to know him. We had long conversations on the phone where Father talked about the things he was doing, the places he and Mother were going and the people he had seen.
Father was always busy. The farm consumed hours - years - just the way he liked it. But don't think that was all Father thought about. He always noticed what we were doing - our accomplishments and our interests. His pride in us was evident even though he seldom ever said very much.
Father loved life - his enthusiasm was apparent in everything he did. He loved people and being with people. You know, he always had a story to tell. He always had time to visit.
Father loved little people. I remember when I was small, in the evening after supper, he would call the youngest child to his knee to "mess around". He would bounce us up and down, play games with us and tell us stories - complete with facial expressions, actions and sound effects.
He loved being with his grandchildren, too. Theirs was a very special relationship. We have seen that in the last few days, as these children offer their support to their grandmother. "Don't cry, Grandma. I'm with you," from four year old Lisa.
Father was really a very private person. He preferred to demonstrate his beliefs and convictions through his actions, not in words, without fanfare. He freely shared his time, energy and resources with the people, groups and causes he believed in.
Over the past three evenings the Family has sat together in front of the fireplace that Father enjoyed so much. I still expect him to wander in and sit down with us. He was there with us, even though we couldn't see him. He will always be here, in the memories we have of him, and in our hearts.
Mary Dettweiler Carr
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