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John Driediger
1946 - 2016
John Driediger
1946 - 2016
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BORN
1946
DIED
2016
John Driediger Obituary
John lived his life in light of eternity taking steps of faith each day. In 1979 John & Linda sold their family business, Driediger's Meats, to join staff with Power to Change (formerly Campus Crusade for Christ). John was a man of faith, wisdom, love, compassion, quick wit and strong convictions. What gave his life meaning and purpose was his Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. He walked with God and had a passion to share that walk with others. He loved the participants in Addiction Recovery Ministry and they loved him back as he helped them win their struggle with addiction. He always had to say, "One more thing!" or "I have an idea." Whatever he put his mind and heart to he excelled at.
John was a devoted husband, father & grandfather. He loved his family, his ministry, his many friends, his dog Jake, the Los Angeles Dodgers and Dallas Cowboys, riding horses, playing golf. He will be dearly missed. Special thanks to the staff at Christine Morrison Hospice for their special care of John.
Viewing will be held on Friday, January 8, 2016 from 7-9:00 pm at Woodlawn Funeral Home, 2310 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford. Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 9, 2016 at 11:00 am at Sevenoaks Alliance Church, 2575 Gladwin Road, Abbotsford.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Addiction Recovery Ministry (cheques made out to ARM (CC#138855).
Arrangements under the direction of Woodlawn Funeral Home, Abbotsford, BC.
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Dick Smallenberg
January 10, 2016
John and I both attended Aldergrove high, I was always entertained by his ability to play sports at a high level. We both moved on in life and both became meat cutters. He moved on and I stayed with it. Not seeing him for many years, on a walk, my brother, Bob, introduced me to him and we shared stories. He introduced me to his favourite walk, the McKee bluffs and his love of baseball ( Dodgers). I enjoyed the celebration of life for John , and I wore my Yankees tee shirt as I knew he would expect that. Someday he and I might be able to take in a series game together.
Mel Bowker
January 9, 2016
Our thoughts, love, and prayers are with you, Linda, and the rest of the family. John will be deeply missed by the many folks whose lives were intertwined with his. He was a visionary who put action to his Christian commitment. I'll miss meeting him along the Whatcom trail!
Mel Bowker
Bob and Jacque McKee
January 8, 2016
We were so sorry to hear of John's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Vicki Bowker
January 8, 2016
The "gentle giant" who loved God, his family and his friends. Your legacy will live on and on and on in those you have loved so well, John.
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don neufeld
January 8, 2016
John was a great man.......his testimony was that he walked with God
don neufeld
True meaning of a Starfish!
Marvin & Shelley Declare
January 7, 2016
John enjoyed life and to watch him and Linda mentor those who were willing was a true blessing to Shelley and I. I thank God for his honesty and openness, his prayers and encouragement...their is a void in my heart that will be filled when I see you again. To Linda we send our deepest condolences and will be praying for you and your family. Thank you Linda for your ministry and sharing John with us all. God's speed to you and may He pour his Love and fill you with comfort...Blessings
Albert Isaak
January 7, 2016
Safe in the arms of Jesus, John you will be missed, I was a long past Freind to him and his Son Chad. May the lord give you piece as you morn for your loving Husband and father, my prayers are with you and your family.
Linda & Jake Sawatzky
January 6, 2016
Rest in Peace!
Lionel Cheryl Penner
January 6, 2016
Great memories of our time in Venezuela Especially the fishing trip sea sickness which was Linda's prayed for payback He is a man that always made us feel loved He will be missed You are in our prayers Linda
Katharina Chattaway
January 6, 2016
So sorry to hear about your loss! My condolences to all the families and may God give you the strength to see you through this difficult time of saying good-bye..
Kathy Chattaway nee Sawatzky (Surrey)
jenny fike
January 6, 2016
so sorry John's time on earth with friends and family has come to an end. He will live on in your hearts forever!!
Bryon Alexander
January 6, 2016
He was a great man who will be missed and never forgotten. My thoughts and prayers go to the family. His legacy will live on through ARM
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