August 9, 1929 ~ December 9, 2019
With great love, we share that Eric Werner passed away peacefully on Monday, December 9, 2019 at East Gate Lodge in Beausejour.
He will be lovingly missed and remembered by his wife, Gladys, his son Dennis and his daughter Janet (Larry), his grandchildren Korie and Courtney Werner, Casey and Lucas Stadnyk, his sister Lorraine, brother Olaf (Rebecca) and Irma’s family.
Eric is predeceased by his wife Irma, infant son Douglas, his parents, Alexander and Emilie and his sister Bonita.
Eric was born in Thalberg and raised on the family farm. He married Irma Otto on October 21, 1961. They farmed together until they retired and moved to Beausejour in 2000. Eric enjoyed travelling and driving around checking the crops. He served on church council and volunteered throughout his life, serving his communities. He could be found at the local coffee shops with his many friends. Eric made friends wherever he went.
Sadly after 45 years of marriage, Irma passed away in September 2006. On November 1, 2008, Eric married Gladys. Due to failing health, Eric moved to East Gate Lodge in March, 2019. True to form, residents and staff quickly became family to him. Eric’s family are incredibly grateful for the love and care he received. You were all a true blessing!
Eric was the oldest parishioner at his church so only fitting for him that a Celebration of Life will take place at Trinity Lutheran Church in Thalberg on Saturday, December 14, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. with viewing 1 hour prior. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church, Box 57, RR3, Beausejour, MB R0E 0C0 or the Recreation Department at East Gate Lodge, Box 1690, Beausejour, MB R0E 0C0.
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Debbie
My heart goes out to all of the family, especially to Janet, Larry, Casey and Lucas. May you all cherish the memories of the happy moments with Eric.
Mavis Druzyk
Janet my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and in the days ahead,, I cherish the moments you and i had and when i learned this was your dad he was very thoughtful and polite to us always had words to express and thoughts of how you are doing and Ernie has known him for long time, Cherish the moments, memories and know he will always be near and dear. There are never enough words for times like this but here’s to finding peace and strength in the days ahead.
Melissa Klein
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Eric always had a smile for us friends.
Janet, if you ever need a friendly ear….I am always here. Hugs to you.
Perry & Bonnie
Our sympathy to Janet & Larry, Dennis & Gladys. Eric will be missed.
Dennis Werner
Thanks for being a pallbearer Perry, Dad sure enjoyed talking with you about how farming was going since he retired. You were a true friend of his. Thank you so much.
Janet Forrest
Our thoughts and prayers are with Eric’s family at this sad time.
Florence Schwark and family
Dennis Werner
Thanks Florence and Janet, I remember when Dad and Charlie would talk for hours on the phone. You were great neighbors on the farm.
Linda Kostynuik
Our condolences Courtney to you & your family . Your grandfather will be forever in your ❤️‘s!
Gerald Hawranik
So sorry to hear that Eric has passed. Deepest sympathy to the family and all who knew him. He was not only a gentleman but a gentle man. He will be missed.
Lynette Kowalke
To us “Otto Girls” Eric quickly became our first “brother”. When he started dating Irma, 3 of us were still youngsters and they would take us along to Winnipeg or on other exciting little trips. He was always kind to our parents and to us girls, and our close relationship carried on after Irma’s passing. We will really miss you Eric. Rest in peace.
Len & Lynette
Norman Plato
Our thoughts and prayers are with you (Eric’s family). Eric’s dad was my Godfather and we were neighbors in Thalberg for many years. Rest in Peace Eric.
Norman & Iona Plato
Dennis Werner
Thanks Norman
Gaylord and Elizabeth Newman
Our condolences to Gladys and the family on the passing of one so dear. Your treasured memories will keep him close to your heart. Faith in Jesus will give eternal hope. Although he played no instrument he was a faithful part of “Misty Rose”. His big heart and quick wit will always be remembered.
Jackie Beaudry Smolarski
Gladys, Janet. Dennis and family, we are saddened to hear of your loss. Eric was a good neighbor and I truly miss our visits from across the driveway. Our thoughts are with you.
Dennis Werner
Thanks Jackie
Ken and Jenny Andrew
So glad we were able to see you and Eric when we were in Beausejour. Condolences to you Gladys, May he Rest In Peace.
Jackie Willis
Gladys I am so sorry for your loss. You were a friend, a wife and a care giver to Eric for the past 11 years. I remember when you first met Eric and you were both so happy. You both loved traveling and did visit some awesome places. You both loved to “jam” at local venues, you came to visit us and we visited you and we always had fun.
I am so glad he had those years with you. Life doesn’t end until death and you gave him so much happiness in the last years of his life.
Love you my friend. Take care. Again….so sorry for your loss.
Gladys
Thank you Jackie