WURTZ, Minnie

WURTZ ‘Take my hand precious Lord, lead me home’ Minnie Wurtz, beloved wife of the late Jake Wurtz passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Thursday, March 20th at the age of 91 years. Minnie is survived by her daughters Karen Wurtz, Diane (Ron) Wiggers and son-in-law Jerry den Boon. Her grandchildren Dini (John) Briscoe (Madison, Jaden, and Jonathan), Sandra den Boon, Ryan (Terena) Wiggers (Thea, Lauton and Etley) and Monique Wiggers. Her siblings, Bas, Marienus, Marie, Nellie, Johanna, Dick and Gert (David) Groeneweg. Her sister in laws, Lydia, Susie, Susie and Elizabeth Wurtz as well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her husband Jake Wurtz, her oldest daughter Brenda den Boon and her parents Gerrit and Marie Groeneweg.
She is remembered for her devotion to the Lord, her love of learning, and her gift of hospitality. Minnie was committed to her family and loved them dearly.
The Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday March 26th at 2:00 pm, with Pastor Rob Blazecka officiating at the Monarch Reformed Church, Monarch Alberta.
The interment will take place prior to the service at 1:00 pm at the Monarch Cemetery located half a mile north of the Church on Range Rd 235.
A special thank you to the staff and home care workers at Martha’s house. Also thank you to Dr. Stover, the staff in emergency and the nurses and staff in 4C for your love and care of our dear mother.
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