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Jacob “Jake” Schellenberg was born on March 3, 1922 to Jacob and Katherine Schellenberg of Burwalde, Russia. His family came to Canada in 1926 and eventually settled in the Cabri area. After completing grade 9, he worked for one year before attending Herbert Bible School for 4 years. It was at Bible school where he met Susie Nickel of Beechy, Sask. They married in August,1945, attended Canadian Bible College for one year, and eventually settled in Beechy, Sask. Here he worked for various farmers for a few years before acquiring a permanent job at Pete Links Garage. His proven bookkeeping skills led him into the credit union system. He worked at Beechy Credit Union and completed his career as manager of Kyle Credit Union-retiring in 1985. It was while he was at Kyle, Jake received his grade 12 certificate. They moved to Swift Current in 1985. Jake accepted Jesus Christ as his personal Savior at the age of 15 and was baptized at the age of 20 years. He loved to read his Bible and share what God was doing in his life. His passion was expounding the scriptures, whether it be by teaching Sunday School or preaching from the pulpit. He served the Gideon organization for 30 years. Jake loved life. He enjoyed boating, camping and traveling, but his greatest delight was spending time with his family. He loved doing puzzles and always had a good clean joke to share with his friends. On January 16, 2008 Jake went to be with the Lord at the age of 85 years. We rejoice that he is home in heaven.
Jake leaves to mourn his loving wife of 62 years, Susie, and four children: Gloria (Wes) Berg of Cochrane, AB, Nancy (Ken) Peters of Swift Current, SK, Angela (Alvin) Plett of Gem, AB, and Wayne (Josie) Schellenberg of Winnipeg, MB; grandchildren: Trevor Berg, Sheryl (Kelly) Plett, Curtis Peters, Cindy Peters, Jennifer (Steve) Driediger, Kelly (James) Klassen, Kim Plett, Debbie Plett, Janelle Schellenberg, Derek Schellenberg, Rachel (Curtis) Kornelson, Leanne Schellenberg; great-grandchildren: Danielle Berg, Carathy, Caleb and Arinn Driediger and Katelyn Klassen. He is also survived by a brother, Lloyd Schellenberg; a sister, Kathleen (Albert) Mix; sister-in-laws, Helen Schellenberg and Marie Craig; and many nieces and nephews. The Funeral Service was held on Saturday, January 19, 2008 at 2:00 pm from the Bridgeway Community Church, Swift Current, SK with Pastor Cliff Janzen and Rev. Cornie Braun officiating. “I Know Whom I Have Believed” and “It Is Well With My Soul” were sung by the congregation under the direction of Gerald & Janet Schellenberg. The life story was presented by Kirk Swan. Special music was brought by GloryBound singing, “Where the Roses Never Fade” and “Until Then”. Tributes were shared by Gloria Berg, Janelle Schellenberg and Robert Schellenberg with a picture tribute shared by Curtis Peters. Nancy Peters performed a piano solo, “Like a River Glorious”. The private family Interment preceded the Funeral Service and was held at the Hillcrest Cemetery, Swift Current, SK with the following serving as pallbearers, James Klassen, Curtis Kornelson, Kelly Plett, Curtis Peters, Brenton Reimer and Derek Schellenberg. Donations made to the Gideons International, West Bank Bible Camp or to GloryBound would be appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements were in care of Swift Current Funeral Home, Swift Current, SK. |
