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Gerald FUNK Obituary
February 1, 1947 – January 5, 2017
It is with great sadness that the family announces the sudden passing of Gerald Funk of Dalmeny, SK. While we are overwhelmed, we know that he is with the Lord and our confidence is in that hope. Gerald Clark Funk was born February 1, 1947, in Saskatoon, SK, the first born of Clarence and Mary Funk. Gerald went to Dalmeny School, and was active in sports. He loved to watch various sports, and especially loved watching his kids and grandkids in their athletic endeavours. He married Jenny Boehr in 1971. Christine (Chris) was born in 1972, Ryan in 1975, and Stefan completed the family in 1980. He loved his family greatly, and both daughters-in-law DeAnne and Katrina knew that he loved them as though they were his own. Gerald worked for 9 years at Federated Co-op Feedmill before taking over Dalmeny Funeral Home from his dad Clarence in 1980. Gerald's life work as a Funeral Director was very important to him. He took his job very seriously, making sure that he provided care to each family filled with dignity, integrity, honour and respect. He loved serving Dalmeny, Saskatoon, and the valley area for 31 years. He considered it a privilege to be able to care for families during their time of great loss. He sacrificed much to care for many grandparents, parents, uncles, aunties, siblings, children and friends but always considered it his honour to be called upon. He was so proud that his sons followed his footsteps, becoming the 4th generation of Funks to serve grieving families with Ryan at Funk's Funeral Home in Rosthern and Stefan at Dalmeny Funeral Home in Dalmeny. Gerald enjoyed being an active part in the town and church communities, participating as a volunteer firefighter in Dalmeny, a board member for Spruce Manor Special Care Home and serving on the board at Camp Kadesh for several years. Gerald is survived by his loving wife of 45 years Jenny; daughter Chris Funk, Calgary, AB; sons Ryan (DeAnne) Funk, Emily, Natalie and Zachary of Rosthern, SK; Stefan (Katrina) Funk, Tyler, Jayella and Sofia of Dalmeny, SK; sister Janice, (Virgil) Penner; brother Bryan (Esther) Funk; mother-in-law, Linda Boehr; brothers-in-law Wes (Yvonne) Boehr, Charles (Eleanor) Boehr; aunt Esther Boldt; uncle Dennis (Margaret) Boldt; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Clarence and Mary Funk; father-in-law, Sam Boehr; stepmom, Marion Kliewer; sister-in-law, Elaine Engdahl, and nephew Lindsay Penner. Memorial donations may be made to the Gideons International, Box 3619, Guelph, ON N1H 7A2 or to go towards campers fees for Camp Kadesh, Box 56, Christopher Lake, SK S0J 0N0. Public viewing will be on Monday, January 9, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral service will be on Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. with both being held at Dalmeny Bible Church, 406 Wakefield Ave, Dalmeny, SK. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to his family at Funk's Funeral Home (306-232-5245) and Dalmeny Funeral Home (306-254-2022).
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Albert Wiebe
March 6, 2017
condolences too the Family
Gerald was one who followed his father's foot steps in the family business.We were so fortunate too have Gerald & his Family take care of our loved ones over many many years.Your hard work & Empathy will never be forgotten.Sorry for your loss.
Elwood & Lorraine Larson
January 13, 2017
Dear Jenny and all the family, We were so sorry to hear of Gerald's passing. We have such fond memories of our time in Dalmeny and the many interactions we had then. Elwood still quotes Gerald's jokes. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you as your mourn this sad and unexpected loss. ~ Hugs from afar ~ Lorraine & Elwood
January 12, 2017
I had much respect for Gerald and he always made sure that he asked about my mom whenever we met and treated me with kindness.My condolences. Tim Derksen
Merv and Mary-Lou Dyck
January 11, 2017
A good and caring man who wore his Faith and kindness on his sleeve. He touched many lives, ours included, with sincere compassion during sad times. He recognized and acknowledged people he met as being important to him. You, his family, are being remembered at this time.
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Don & Marian Miller
January 10, 2017
Jenny: We are so sorry to hear of Gerald's passing. We will always remember one of the first times we got together after a gospel concert. Gerald, the natural comedian, had us all rolling in laughter. Even though we weren't able to get together often because of location and schedules, we will always look back on our times together with memories of fun and encouragement. We pray God's comfort and peace for you and your family and give God thanks for our hope in eternal life because of Jesus. Much love, from Don & Marian
January 10, 2017
Our condolences to all the Funk families.Gerald's personal smiles & kindness to everyone won't be forgotten. He was a great funeral director. We will truly miss him. Our Love & prayers are with you during this difficult time. Cornie & Eva Fehr Hague Sk.
Trudy Janssens
January 10, 2017
I felt very blessed by your father's funeral. Your family was blessed to have such a wonderful father. The service was a wonderful tribute to his life and the hope we all have in Christ Jesus. Thank you for allowing us to share in your grief. May God continue to bless you in your family, your community and your business. Selflessness, compassion and professionalism.
Dean & Cheryl Huber
January 10, 2017
Dear Jenny & Family:
As a pastor, on a number of occasions I had the opportunity to work with Gerald. Gerald was a very kind, loving and compassionate person who with the Lord's help ministered to those who were grieving. He always treated people with respect and dignity whether it would be ministering to those who were grieving or whether he met you on the street, at an event or at a church service. However, the most important part was that he loved the Lord and he is now present with Him. So, we will be praying for you Jenny and the whole family that the Lord will strengthen and comfort you in the days, weeks and months ahead.
Tim and Lorraine Redekopp
January 10, 2017
Our deepest sympathy to Jenny, Ryan , and all your family. Gerald's smile and warmth was always part of our times with him. His love of good music was shared . May God strengthen you ,as you go through these rough waters, and keep you above the waves.
Emilia Patenaude
January 10, 2017
My sympathy to Bryan & family, Ryan & family. So sad to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
January 10, 2017
Jenny and family..our hearts are so sad to hear of your over whelming loss. Our deepest condolences to all of you.
God bless and His peace comfort you
Gerry and Erma
Don & Eleanor Funk
January 10, 2017
Jenny & Family,
We share your sadness and grief in the sudden passing of Gerald. Our prayers and thoughts are with you as we reflect on the times we spent together. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. May the Lord comfort and sustain you at this time.
Vic Loewen
January 10, 2017
Dear Funk family(Stephan & Ryan) We were saddened and shocked to hear about Gerald sudden passing.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Vic & Julie
Val Martens
January 9, 2017
Thanks so much Ryan and Stefan for sharing your Dad with us. We always felt so cared for by you all. May God bring a special peace to you all as you celebrate your Dads life!!
Murray and Val Martens Saskatoon
Eddie & Bev Korchinski
January 9, 2017
Our deepest sympathy to your family..thank you for sharing him with us in our times of need..exceptional compassion..our prayers are with you all
Ida Neufeld
January 9, 2017
Dear Stefan and Funk families I am saddened to hear of your sudden loss .
My heartfelt condolences
Wilmer & Margaret Doerksen
January 9, 2017
Jenny and family - so sad to hear of Gerald's passing. May the Lord be with you and your family at this time.
January 9, 2017
Dear Jenny, Chris, Ryan & Stephen & Families & Bryan & Esther & Family:
We were soooo sad to hear of Gerald's passing! We have lost a very dear friend, but the hole this leaves in your family is so much greater! Praying the Lord will give comfort & peace to you in the days & months ahead. Gerald is Safe in the Arms of Jesus! Our Love & Prayers are with you in this very difficult time!
Martin & Ruth Friesen
Sally Ens
January 9, 2017
May the god of Mercy & Grace wrap His arms around you Jenny, Chris, Ryan, Stefan and the whole family and whisper "It's going to be okay".
Special thoughts to Ryan, Stefan & Brian in what you are faced with in the job that you do.
As for you Gerald "rest in peace". I know that you will be greeting the ones that follow with a smile, firm handshake and maybe a jest or two. I'm sorry that our paths won't cross here on earth again and with tears trailing down my cheeks, I bid you a fond farewell my friend.
Bart & Lisa Campbell
January 9, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Norm & Nancy Dyck
January 9, 2017
Dear Funk Families, (Ryan & Stephan) we were so shocked to learn of Gerald's sudden passing. Our hearts are so saddened, a great friend of ours. Our condolences to you all. Love & prayers.
Gerald & Eva Ens
January 9, 2017
We were so sorry to learn of Gerald's passing. He was an exceptional man. He assisted in the arrangements for numerous family members and friends, and was always warm and compassionate. May your pleasant memories bring you comfort at this difficult time.
Kathy Klassen
January 9, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this so very sad time. Harvey & Kathy Klassen
Menno and Lynn Janzen
January 9, 2017
Our deepest condolences to the Funk Family. Gerald was a true ambassador for the Lord and was the funeral director at many family funerals and always served with kindness, respect and true dignity. His warm and sunny personality will be missed. Praying for your family over these days.
Gerald & Judy Derksen
January 9, 2017
So sorry to hear of Gerald's passing. Our thoughts and prayers r with you. May God comfort you and give you peace.
Ken & Helen Tiessen
January 9, 2017
Jenny & family We are so sorry to hear about your loss, love & prayers.
Phoebe Ottenbreit
January 9, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. He helped us with so many of our families funerals. He was so respectful and helpful. We will truly miss him and everything he did for us.
Sincerely Phoebe Friesen
Ed & Doreen Miller
January 9, 2017
So sorry to hear of Gerald's passing. He was truly a wonderful man to work with. He assisted us with a number of family members and was always the same- kind and compassionate. May you find comfort in the many memories.
Nel & Harvey Heckel
January 8, 2017
Our sincere condolences to you Jenny
on the loss of Gerald. We are so sorry for your loss. May Gerald rest in peace!
Connie Switzer
January 8, 2017
To Chris, Ryan, Stefan and Mrs. Funk,
I pray for you God's comfort in the days ahead. I fondly remember Mr. Funk, who was ever full of compliments, easy smiles, and warm welcomes.
Mabe Nesbitt
January 8, 2017
I was so shocked to read of Gerald's passing. Please accept my most sincere condolences.
John & Mary Goertzen
January 8, 2017
So sorry for your loss. We send our thoughts and prayers to all the family. Mr Funk looked after our parents when they passed away and you couldn't have asked for a kinder man then he was. May God watch over you all
Art / Eileen Friesen
January 8, 2017
Sending our sympathy to the Funk family.I knew Gerry for many years,played ball together years ago.He was a very caring person. Was a pro in the family business.Will be missed
Anne Wilson
January 8, 2017
Gerald was not only a great neighbor but a true friend. We will miss him and his humor in the days and years to come. Our most sincere condolences to Jenny, Chris, Ryan, Stefan and their families. We know you must have wonderful memories of him to help carry you through. He is at peace with the Lord. God Bless you all for the good work you have done for others all through your lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now.
Anne & Doug Wilson
January 8, 2017
To Jenny, Ryan, Stephan, Brian and Families... Very Sorry for the sudden passing of Gerald. He had an infectious smile and quite witty when we would meet. He has left this community as a Hero and will be missed for his kind deeds through the years. Blessings to All... John Schachtel , David Schurr and the Mourning Glory Staff
Vern & Marj Martin
January 7, 2017
So sorry for your loss. We have you in our prayers. So sorry we will not be able to attend the funeral
John Reimer
January 7, 2017
many prayers going your way. May God comfort you in ways only He can.
January 7, 2017
we are standing with you all at this sad time GERALD is now in the are of JESUS HIS LOVING SAVOR AND ONE DAY WE ALL WILL BE WITH HIM THERE HUGGS AND PRAYERS FR JOE AND TRUDY MILLER
Neil and Cindy Peters
January 7, 2017
Gerald was such a character. We will miss his mischievous nature. Jenny and family our thoughts and prayers are with you. It's never easy but knowing you'll see them again lightens it.
January 7, 2017
We are so sorry to hear about your loss.We won't be able to be at the funeral as Tena will be going to the hospital the day of the funeral ,but our thoughts and prayers go out to to you the family.May Gods peace uphold you the family at this difficult time.
Love and prayers, Aaron & Tena Friesen, Bethany Manor
Lana Bueckert
January 7, 2017
Jenny and family, I am so very sorry and deeply saddened for your loss, my heartfelt condolences. You are in my thoughts and prayers. With love, Lana and family.
Vernon and Janice Schellenberg
January 7, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time
January 7, 2017
Dear Jenny and your entire family; This sad news about Gerald's passing shocked and saddened me so. He was a good friend, and to say that he will be missed would be an understatement.Please know that you are in my Thoughts and Prayers.
With Love, Henriette Mierau.
Martha & Dan Schlamp
January 7, 2017
To all of the Funk family, I am so sorry for your loss! I always appreciated Gerald as funeral director. I can still see him in my mind as he helped to lower my Dad into the grave a couple of months ago, singing "Safe In The Arms Of Jesus". May you be comforted in knowing he is now also safe in the arms of Jesus.
Don & Lu Bartsch
January 7, 2017
Jenny and family. We were shocked and saddened to hear of Gerald's passing. Our prayers, thoughts and condolences are with you in this difficult time.
January 7, 2017
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our sympathy is with you and your family, Jenny. Donna & Peter Rolston
Ray and Helen Fast
January 7, 2017
Our sincere condolences to the entire Funk family. Unfortunately, we are away for the funeral.
Patty Johnson
January 7, 2017
My sincere condolences to the entire Funk family. May Gods peace and comfort surround you.
Henry & Elaine Friesen
January 7, 2017
Dear Jenny and family: we were shocked and saddened by the news of his dearth Our sincere sympathies to all of you, Our thought and prayers are with you.
Ivan and Bev Gabrysh
January 7, 2017
Sorry to hear on the sudden passing of Gerald. Our sincere condolences to the family.
Barb and Wilmer Froese
January 7, 2017
Our deepest sympathy on the suddden passing of Gerald. We were shocked and saddened to hear of the news. May God fill you all with his comfort and incredible peace.
Joanne & Gary Yourkowski
January 7, 2017
Bryan, Ryan and Funk families!
Our sincere condolences on the loss of Gerald. You and your families are in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.
January 7, 2017
Jenny, Bryan, Janice and families,
So hard to believe that Gerald is no longer with you. My deepest sympathies and prayers for you as you grieve your loss. May the Lord give you His amazing comfort and peace in knowing that Gerald is now with the Lord whom he loved and served so well all his life. Vangi Munchinsky
January 7, 2017
So sorry Brian and Esther and to Gerald's family to hear about Gerald, through the tears we rejoice with you that he's in the land of the living. love and hugs Jack and Betty.
January 7, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Strength and family are your friends right now .
Ruth Doell
Jackie friesen
January 7, 2017
Dear Jenny&Family So very very sorry for your Loss He was wonderful man Who A Big Heart for everyone we who knew him will miss him Dearly yea though I Walk Through the valley of the shadow of death I will Fear no evil; For Thou art with me; Thy rod and thy staff they comfort me Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all days of my life;And I will dwell in house of the Lord for ever
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