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Condolence From: Henry Walser Funeral Home Team
Condolence: As the year passes, we are remembering with you.
Monday May 04, 2020
Condolence From: Delmer B. Martin
Condolence: I never met George but wish I would have...I am very thankful for his effort in preserving the Samuel Bechtel burialground which was also the site of the old Mennonite meetinghouse of 1829 where Mennonites AND Tunkers worshipped. There are still many remains/bones left in this special place even though most gravestones were relocated to Wanner Mennonite. Bishop Benjamin Eby mentioned the BECHTEL MEETINGHOUSE in 1824. as Psalms 16:6 "The lines are fallen unto me in pleasant places; yea, I have a goodly heritage."
Best Regards;
Delmer B. Martin
RR#4 Elmira
Monday January 20, 2020
Condolence From: John Heij
Condolence: My condolences to Grace and the family.George was my favourite teacher at Rockway Mennonite School - last classroom on the left, next to the Library and across from Home Ec. A gentle soul who kindled my love for history. We met later when he was a costumed interpreter at Doon Heritage Crossroads. Grace, we met when you helped our family enjoy reading during your KPL bookmobile visits to Trillium PS. I am sorry that I never got to know George better for the multi-faceted and wonderful person that he was.
John (Class of '65)
Friday May 10, 2019
Condolence From: Palmer Becker
Condolence: George and I were room mates in North Hall of Goshen College. In a graceful way he introduced me to Canada, to living in a dorm, to social concerns and British values. As a wedding gift he gave me a plate of fine British China which we use in fond memory of a long friendship.
Friday May 10, 2019
Condolence From: Carolyn Blackstock
Condolence: Grace and family, I am so sorry for your loss.

George had a major impact on my life. We worked together at Doon Heritage Crossroads for many years. I think of him every time I walk into the Martin Garden. His passion for gardening reignited my interest in it and I've dug in the dirt ever since. I think of him and his advocacy and passion for rail travel every time I take a train.
Thursday May 09, 2019
Condolence From: Philip G Brown
Condolence: George was a good, gentle and humble man who will be greatly missed by the Brown family.
Condolences to Grace ,Trevor and Gini over the loss of husband and father.
Monday May 06, 2019
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