Wilfrid Heppner died Oct. 14, 2010. He was born Aug. 24, 1930 in Rosthern, Sask. to Henry M. and Agatha (Epp) Heppner. He asked the Lord to be his Saviour at 13 and was baptized into Salem Church just before turning 18. Wilfrid married Savilla Willems Oct. 12, 1956. He joined Brotherfield MB Church, where he served on the board of elders and sang in the choir. Wilfrid started as a dairy farmer. He and Savilla planted fruit trees and a garden. He started a ceramic business. Wilfrid’s skills included mechanics, carpentry, and body work. He enjoyed travelling to California and the Bahamas. Wilfrid worked with students at Bethany Bible College, Hepburn, Sask., took extended Bible classes at Briercrest College, Sasktoon, and shared Christ at Prison Ministries, Prince Albert, Sask. The Heppner home was always open to friends, family, and anyone in need. Wilfrid had a kind nature and shared Christ with all he met. He spent his last years in Rosthern, reading, reminiscing, and holding hands with Savilla. Predeceased by 5 siblings, Wilfrid is mourned by Savilla; children Fay (Larry) Sherwood, Pearl, Robert (Denise); 4 grandchildren; 6 siblings.
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