Funeral For: John (Johnny) Fehr
Funeral Date: July 28, 2024
John (Johnny) Fehr, 64, of Steinbach passed away Thursday, July 11th at Bethesda Regional Health Centre. He is survived by 5 sisters, 1 brother, 1 sister-in-law, 1 brother-in-law, and their families. He was predeceased by his wife Heather, parents Cornelius and Anne Fehr, parents-in-law Ken and Isobel Mowat, and 3 brothers-in-law.
A memorial service for John (Johnny Fehr) will be held Sunday, July 28th at 3pm at Birchwood Funeral Chapel with interment at Mitchell Memorial Gardens at a later date.
Donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society or CancerCare.
Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel, Steinbach.
Obituary of John (Johnny) Fehr
Softly and tenderly, Jesus called Johnny home on Thursday, July 11, 2024, with his family by his side. Johnny is survived by his loving family: sisters, Helen Kehler & family, Mary & John Stahn & family, Katherine Fehr, Hilda Chambers, Jacky Cardot & family, one brother Neil & MaryAnn Fehr & family, one brother-in-law Grenville & Marissa Mowat & family, one sister-in-law Anne Marie & Gary Reimer & family. He was predeceased by his wife, Heather, his parents Cornelius & Anne Fehr; his parents-in-law Ken & Isabel Mowat; brothers-in-law George Kehler, Brian Chambers, & Adrian Mowat.
Johnny was born on September 21, 1959, the fourth child of six to Cornelius & Anne Fehr. He spent his childhood in Mitchell. Johnny’s love for machinery led him to work at a young age with his dad for Borger Bros in Winnipeg. This led to being an equipment operator at Diamond Redi-Mix. Later, he drove long distance for Penner International for many years. Johnny met and fell in love with his Irish gal, Heather. They were married on September 27, 1980. One of Johnny’s fondest memories was their trip to Ireland to meet her extended family. Johnny & Heather enjoyed driving truck together.
After Johnny suffered several strokes and Heather‘s early onset of Alzheimer’s, they retired to Steinbach. When Heather was moved to Bethesda Place, he faithfully spent the last years diligently helping with her care. “Uncle Johnny showed us love in action.” After Heather’s passing on February 26, 2024 life changed abruptly. Johnny was diagnosed with cancer. Never wavering in his faith, he accepted his journey with grace. “God’s got me.”
Johnny, enjoyed people! He was a great listener and encourager. He loved his family and friends, and we loved him. With his engaging personality, positive attitude and with that twinkle in his eyes, laughter, and stories flowed. Johnny enjoyed camping with the family at Falcon Lake. Driving his boat and hauling the nieces and nephews around the lake. Late night treks to watch the bears at the dump. It was enjoyable when he dressed up as Santa Claus at Christmas. He engaged in many activities: riding his scooter, hunting, butchering, quadding, monster truck shows, snowmobiling, taking care of his farm animals, gardening, supplying rhubarb to MJ‘s for many years. Later, his garden beds became a stopping place for fresh vegetables. Many lives were touched by his generosity.
Johnny had a great desire to be baptized. We were blessed as a family and friends to be able to share this with him during his last week of life. One of his favourite verses “Jesus said “I am the way that the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” John 14:16 Thank you to the staff at Bethesda, Rehab, Palliative Care, CancerCare, Home Care, family, and friends for their visits, prayers and support during this journey. Cremation has taken place.
The memorial service of remembrance for Johnny and Heather will be held on Sunday, July 28th, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. at Birchwood Funeral Chapel, Steinbach, MB., with interment at Mitchell Memorial Gardens, Mitchell, MB., at a later date.
Donations in memory of Johnny may be made to Alzheimer Society or CancerCare.