John Petkau

John farmed the same property in Wingham District, Man., 84 years, enjoying his friends and neighbours. He loved raising cattle, gardening, carpentry, hockey, photography, building picture frames for Ellie and riding his 45 Harley Davidson.

• Birth: December 31, 1928
• Birthplace:
  Neuenberg, Man.
• Death: March 17, 2015

• Parents:
  George & Aganeta (Klassen) Petkau
• Married:
  Ellie Braun, July 13, 1957
• Family:
  Ellie; sons Randy (Melody), Brent (Christine), Mark (Cindy), Chris; foster children Cathy, Derelda, Irene; 6 grandchildren; 3 siblings
• Church:
  Newton (Man.)