Cornelius Dyck

1930 - 2024

Cornelius Dyck, beloved husband of Luise Dyck, passed away in Bow Island, in the early hours of Saturday, August 10, 2024 at the age of 94 years.

A private burial service was held at the Bow Island Cemetery prior to the funeral service on Saturday, August 17, 2024.

The Funeral Service was held at the Evangelical Free Church, 214 - 4 Avenue West, Bow Island on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 11:00 A.M.  

To view a recording of the service, click on the 'livestream link' on this page.

Cornelius was the beloved husband of Luise Dyck for sixty seven years and a devoted father to Josie (Wayne) Schellenberg of Brandon, Manitoba, Susan (Harvey) Reimer of Bow Island, Richard (Cheryl) Dyck of Coaldale, Lois (James) Dunn of Daysland and William (Lisa) Dyck of Beausejour, Manitoba; twenty six grandchildren Janelle (Clay) Ahearn, Derek (Cassidy) Schellenberg, Rachel (Curtis) Kornelson, Leanne (Dan) Cowell, Joey (Becca) Dyck, Justin Dyck, Jessy (Brittany) Dyck, Joshua Dyck (Abigail Epp), Julie-Anne (Jonathan Clarke), Jared (Mylanda) Dyck, Jelena (Andrew) Thompson, Jana (Brayden) Dorchak, Jasmine Dyck, Jacinta Dyck, Jeremy Dyck, Jackson Dyck, Jonathan Dyck, Jennifer (Darren) Sakowich, Stacey (Chris) Price, Andrea Reimer, Corey (Lynnea) Reimer, Danielle (Stephen) Chute, Trevor (Karina) Dunn, Kathleen (Ryan) Abbot, Olivia Dyck and Aaron Dyck; thirty one great grandchildren Paxlyn, Katrielle, Susie, Kale, Deegan, Sierra, Alisha, Maria, Liam, Jeremiah, Donovan, Naomi, Remington, Avery, Charlee, Levi, Piper, Rose-Ann, Ayla, William, Elowyn, Tommy, Mackenzie, Kyler, Elizabeth, Aaden, Corbin, Owen, Teagan, Noah, Jacob, Jordan and Melody. He is also survived by his siblings Sarah Martins, Jessie (George) Wall, Tina (Abe) Plett, Henry Dyck; brother-in-law Sieg (Teenie) Wall and by numerous nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents Cornelius and Sara Dyck, sister Margaret (Koni) Truhn and brother-in-law Henry Martens.

Cornelius was born in Coaldale on April 1, 1930. He was blessed to spend many years of his life alongside his family on the farm in Anola, Manitoba. It was a source of fulfilment, filled with love, good memories and hard work. He devoted his life to serving both God and the community. Those who had the pleasure of visiting the farm would remark how inviting Cornelius was, as it was a welcome place for all if they were to stop in.

As a faithful follower of Christ, Cornelius was an active member of the church and spent many years distributing bibles for the Gideons. He found joy in singing hymns whenever possible, one of comfort was "I've Anchored my Soul in the Haven of Rest." He would say that you go through tough times, not that you are in tough times. His faith was unwavering and was the foundation for his character.

He will be remembered fondly, for all the kindness, understanding, and charm he brought to anyone who had the pleasure of knowing him. May he rest in the Kingdom of God, forever at peace with those he loved who passed before him.

If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Cornelius’ name may be made directly to ShareWord Global (formerly Gideon’s International in Canada), PO Box 3619, Guelph, Ontario N1H 7A2 www.sharewordglobal.com/ca/.