Passed away peacefully on January 13, 2012 at the age of 83. Predeceased by Jewel (Daughter), Raymond (Son) (Sharon). Survived by Naomi (Wife), and children Vivian, Deborah, Timothy (Judy), Lowell (Valerie), Roland (Yalu), and Lorraine (Alan) and his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Visitation at Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home, 621 King St. W., Kitchener, Ontario N2G 1C7 on Tuesday January 17 from 11-12 pm. Funeral Service following at 12 noon. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Mennonite Central Committee would be appreciated. Condolences may be made at ratzbechtelfuneralhome.com