Dr. John E Toews

Toews, John E. passed quietly on Sunday, September 29th in Newton, Massachusetts. John is survived by his brother, James Toews and his wife Susan Mentley-Toews of Oregon, and John's 3 adult children, Delora, her husband Tim of Newton, MA, Dawn and Mark both of California and John's cherished 3 grandchildren, Taylor, Zachary and Tessa. Arlene A. Toews, John's beloved wife of 61 years passed July 17, 2019.

John and Arlene's life together was on of many moves for John's career and the joys and sorrows of raising a family. John's tenure in the Mennonite Church and its Institutions will be remembered for the impact he made in moving the Church forward. Research and reading along with watching professional basketball remained passions through out his life. He also reveled in his grandchildren's varied interests.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances can be made in John's memory to: Conrad Grebel University College, student scholarships (friends of the University of Waterloo) Conrad Grebel University College, 200 University Avenue W., Waterloo ON. N2L 9Z9.

A celebration of life will be announced at a later date.