Steve Zielke
July 11, 1929 - November 18, 2011
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Steve passed away peacefully Friday, November 18, 2011 at Chilliwack General Hospital at the age of 82 years. He is lovingly remembered by his wife of 60 years, Elizabeth (Betty) Zielke (Obermeyer); daughters Charlotte (Sven Aaberg), Kathy (Ken Person) and Suzy Ware (Lorne Stowell); granddaughters Jessica and Stephanie Ware and other family members and friends. Steve was born July 11, 1929 in Brokenhead Municipality (Beausejour) Manitoba and was raised and worked on the family farm along with his 6 brothers and 7 sisters. He left home to work in the underground mines in Quebec and tried his hand at driving truck. He also worked in a shoe store in Kitchener, Ontario. It was in Kitchener that he met Betty. Steve moved west to Saskatchewan and worked on a grain farm for a time. Steve and Betty were married May 4, 1951 and lived in Edmonton, AB for 16 years where he worked as a men’s clothing specialist for Woodward’s Department Store and later managed the men’s wear department of Simpson Sears. In 1967 Steve, Betty and their three girls moved further west to Chilliwack, BC. Steve spent the rest of his career working in the Woolworth’s men’s wear in Chilliwack until he retired. Over the years Steve enjoyed curling, market gardening, fixing things in his shop and he loved to barter at garage sales and was an avid collector. He served as a member of the Chilliwack Lion’s Club and previously had been a founding member of the Sherwood Park, AB chapter. Steve’s most memorable times were spent at their log house that he helped build in the Spences Bridge area where he and Betty enjoyed their retirement years together. Many hours were spent playing his harmonicas, enjoying the tranquil scenery and watching the various wildlife that would visit. The family extends their thanks to the staff of Nursing Unit 3 of the Chilliwack Hospital for their care and kindness. Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 26 at 11:00 a.m. at Free Grace Baptist Church, 45592 Wellington Ave., Chilliwack. Reception will follow at the Chilliwack Masonic Hall, 45905 Hocking Ave., Chilliwack. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations may be made to the Canadian Red Cross or the Heart and Stroke Society.
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From: Wiebe and Jeske Funeral Home Staff
Wiebe and Jeske Funeral Home Staff send our condolences to family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
From: Jonathan (Jay) Zielke
Relation: Steve was one of my uncles
Betty & family, My sincere condolences in the loss of Uncle Steve. I pray that God will uphold you during this time of loss. I know the pain & loss this can cause as I went through it when my dad (Edward) passed away.
I hope to see you at the memorial service, if I cannot make it, please know that you will be in my prayers as I remember Uncle Steve. Love & prayers > Jay & Amber-Lee Zielke – Maple Ridge, BC
From: Keith and Delores Dickey
Relation: know Kathy and Ken Person
Zielke families – Although we didn’t know your dad personally, we know first hand how hard it can be when you lose someone dear to you. Our hearts go out to you and yours at this time and remember to cherish the memories that will be forever with you. Keith and Delores Dickey – Agassiz, BC
From: Gary Patterson
Relation: Former employee
Only finding the news of your loss…..I appreciate the memories of Steve during my management at Woolworth in Chilliwack.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
Date & Time:
November 26, 2011
Beginning at 11:00am
Location:
Free Grace Baptist Church
45592 Wellington Avenue
Chilliwack, BC Canada
45592 Wellington Avenue
Chilliwack, BC Canada
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