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Message from Gary Anderson
December 18, 2012 9:32 PM
Marilyn and family - my thoughts and best wishes go out to all of you at this time.
Message from Hon. Bob Speller
December 15, 2012 8:34 PM
Marilyn. I was just at a 50th Wedding Anniversary for Linda Barker former OCA President and heard the sad news. I had the pleasure of working with Neil during some trying times for Canadian Cattlemen. He was very knowledgeable and always up to date on what the industry was thinking and needed. For a boy from south-western Ontario he taught me a lot of what farming was like in Western Canada. He was instrumental in getting funding for the west during the BSE crisis at a time when there wasn't a lot of money to go around. He had the respect and confidence of the Rt. Hon. Paul Martin and the Government of Canada of the day which helped greatly. He taught me a lot and was always respectful of my positon and I will always remember him for that. Hon. Bob Speller
Message from Garnet Clews
December 15, 2012 2:38 PM
Marilyn..... I just heard about Neil.... I am so very sorry for your loss. One of the highlights of my time selling and servicing cattle oilers was being able to stop in to visit with you and Neil at your ranch.... Coffee was always on and an opinion was always heard. You both were so hospitable.... The Cattle Industry has lost one of the last real Cowboys....
Message from Shelley O'Hare
December 12, 2012 9:39 AM
Marilyn and Family,
So sorry to hear about Neil. I was not able to attend the service, as I had a commitment I was not able to change. You are in our thoughts
So sorry to hear about Neil. I was not able to attend the service, as I had a commitment I was not able to change. You are in our thoughts
Message from Orest Nawrocki
December 11, 2012 9:44 PM
Saddend to hear of the passing of Neil. My thanks to both of you in allowing me to hunt on your land these past years. Enjoyed my discussions with Neil when stopping in to sign-in. Enjoyed his matter-of-fact manner of speach. My prayers are with you and family. Orest Nawrocki
Message from Doug McLaren
December 6, 2012 8:20 AM
Marilyn and family, So sorry for your loss. I was fortunate to have served with Neil on CCA and BIC and truly appreciated his abilities in dealing with the issues and personalities involved.He will be greatly missed.
My sincere condolences to you and yours, Doug McLaren
My sincere condolences to you and yours, Doug McLaren
Message from Rich & Sandra Towriss ( Biggs)
December 5, 2012 11:17 AM
Marilyn & family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. May you find some peace in remembering all the good times you shared with him. Take care. Our condolances to you and all.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. May you find some peace in remembering all the good times you shared with him. Take care. Our condolances to you and all.
Message from Randy & Leanne Smith
December 5, 2012 8:25 AM
We just heard about Neil's passing. Marilyn, Shane, JJ and family I will never forget meeting Neil for the first time at Agribition and how joked with me and I realized how much Shane was like his father. You all welcomed me to the annual Branding and it was one of my most memorable days and when Neil came and said "come one you are coming with us to bring in the other herd" I felt so special! Treasure all the memories and please know our thoughts are with you all. Randy & Leanne Smith
Message from Heinz & Judy Jeske
December 4, 2012 8:56 AM
Dear Marilyn & family - Our sympathy sent your way & wish you happy memories.
Message from Beth King (Jeffrey)
December 4, 2012 8:03 AM
Marilyn and family,
I remember Neil with laughter he was one of a kind for sure, a great sense of humour and an opinion on everything, which he did not mind sharing, whether you wanted to hear it or not. He did so much for his community and the entire cattle industry. My sympathy to all of you. If the truth is that its not how long you live but what you leave behind, then he will always be with each and every one of us, because he did so much for everyone there is a wealth of good works that he left behind.
I remember Neil with laughter he was one of a kind for sure, a great sense of humour and an opinion on everything, which he did not mind sharing, whether you wanted to hear it or not. He did so much for his community and the entire cattle industry. My sympathy to all of you. If the truth is that its not how long you live but what you leave behind, then he will always be with each and every one of us, because he did so much for everyone there is a wealth of good works that he left behind.
Message from Dave & Marti (Jahnke) Gramlich
December 4, 2012 12:23 AM
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss. He was a great man and served well!
Message from Al & Mary Wills
December 3, 2012 9:09 PM
Marilyn and Family, Our sincerest condolences on the passing of a great man! Our thoughts are with you!
Message from John & Gloria LaClare
December 3, 2012 7:48 PM
Marilyn, Shane & JJ
Please except our deepest and most sincere condolences. We have lost a leader and friend, one who has given so much to our industry. His contribution will not be diminished by time. We were fortunate to have known him.
Please except our deepest and most sincere condolences. We have lost a leader and friend, one who has given so much to our industry. His contribution will not be diminished by time. We were fortunate to have known him.
Message from Tracey Wilson
December 3, 2012 6:01 PM
Marilyn, JJ, and Shane:
Thinking about you at this difficult time. Take comfort in knowing that the fond memories will last forever.
Tracey Wilson
Thinking about you at this difficult time. Take comfort in knowing that the fond memories will last forever.
Tracey Wilson
Message from John and Marion Newman
December 3, 2012 5:17 PM
We were very saddened to hear of your loss of Neil. He was a great asset to the industry and showed leadership in many ways especially during the trying times of BSE. Our thoughts are with your family at this difficult time.
John Newman Past VC/Chair BIC 2002-2006
John Newman Past VC/Chair BIC 2002-2006
Message from Chris Paterson
December 3, 2012 4:16 PM
Shane and JJ, You are both unforgettable characters, and when I met your father a couple times at Agribition, that explained a lot about why. He was instantly engaging, witty, and entertaining. He told me about the rodeo horse that the cowboys couldn't ride for 8 seconds of bucking, that he used as a saddle horse at home, funny stuff. He also explained more in ten minutes about the true challenges of the beef industry than I learned from anyone else, he truly understood how big picture politics impacted things on the local farm. It's always a shame to see such wisdom and contribution go so young, but another way to look at it, we all have a short time here, and your father did more with the time he was given than most do.
Message from Otto, Elsie, Mark and Danita Zacharias
December 3, 2012 2:36 PM
Marilyn, JJ, Shane and family
Our sincere sympathy to your family. Neil will be missed by a lot of people, he was never stuck for words. Know that we are thinking about you
Our sincere sympathy to your family. Neil will be missed by a lot of people, he was never stuck for words. Know that we are thinking about you
Message from John & Joyce Reimer
December 3, 2012 1:51 PM
Dear Marilyn and Family
It is with shock and disbelief to learn of Neil''s untimely death. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family at your great loss. We will remeber him with fondest thoughts. You will find a way to go on Marilyn..Neil would count on that.
It is with shock and disbelief to learn of Neil''s untimely death. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family at your great loss. We will remeber him with fondest thoughts. You will find a way to go on Marilyn..Neil would count on that.
Message from Larry & Deanna Retvedt
December 3, 2012 1:28 PM
Dear Marilyn & family,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our thoughts and sympathy are with you at this difficult time. It was our pleasure to call Neil our friend. Neil was a well respected "real cowboy" and will be truly missed by all.
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our thoughts and sympathy are with you at this difficult time. It was our pleasure to call Neil our friend. Neil was a well respected "real cowboy" and will be truly missed by all.
Message from Rob Smith
December 3, 2012 11:49 AM
I was truly shocked when first heard of Neil's passing; he just seemed like he would be around forever. He was one of the real characters in the cattle business of whom there was no doubt on where he stood on any issue. I was lucky enough to have been a part of CCA and CBEF with Neil and never doubted his committment to the industry. It was an honour to have known and worked with Neil and he will be truly missed. My condolences to Marylin, Shane & JJ.
Rob Smith
MacGregor, MB
Rob Smith
MacGregor, MB
Message from Ken and Sharon Summers
December 3, 2012 10:20 AM
We were surprised and saddened to hear of Neil's passing. We would like to express our sincere condolences to the family. The cattle industry has lost a great spokesman.
Ken Summers, Past President
Ontario Cattlemen's Assoc.
Ken Summers, Past President
Ontario Cattlemen's Assoc.
Message from Cameron Ellis
December 3, 2012 9:44 AM
Marilyn, JJ, and Shane,
I am so sorry for your loss. Neil was a good and generous man. Our family always looked forward to our visits to the ranch. Neil always had such great stories to tell, he opened his home to us and made the world a brighter more colourful place.
My thoughts are prayers are with you.
Cameron Ellis
I am so sorry for your loss. Neil was a good and generous man. Our family always looked forward to our visits to the ranch. Neil always had such great stories to tell, he opened his home to us and made the world a brighter more colourful place.
My thoughts are prayers are with you.
Cameron Ellis
Message from Alfred & Vicky Sattler
December 3, 2012 9:19 AM
To let you know we were shocked and saddened to hear of the passing of Neil. He was a leader and his contribution to the cattle industry will live on. With heartfelt sympathy in the loss you have to bear.
Message from John & Gloria Phipps
December 3, 2012 8:56 AM
Dear Marilyn, Shane, JJ & families; So sorry to hear of Neil's passing. What a great man he was, one of a kind. We always enjoyed our visits with him. He will be missed by us & every one who knew him. We were planning on being at the funeral today, but due to the weather here in the north we are unable to come. Please know we are thinking of you all today & always. Agreat loss to all of us.
Message from Alvera Frame (Martens)
December 2, 2012 8:36 PM
The Jahnke Family
I wish to send my condolences to the whole family. Our thought and prayers are with you all. Take care
I wish to send my condolences to the whole family. Our thought and prayers are with you all. Take care
Message from Brandon Ellis
December 2, 2012 6:59 PM
Marilyn, JJ, and Shane,
My deepest sympathies go out to your and your family in this time of need. Neil was a special friend to my father, myself and my brothers. We will never forget his kindness on our visits.
All the best,
Brandon Ellis (#4)
My deepest sympathies go out to your and your family in this time of need. Neil was a special friend to my father, myself and my brothers. We will never forget his kindness on our visits.
All the best,
Brandon Ellis (#4)
Message from Scott Ellis
December 2, 2012 5:01 PM
Marilyn, Shane and JJ
Neil was a special man who made a positive impact on those he met. His approach to life and family was truly inspiring. I was fortunate to know him. He helped create memories that I will cherish. I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sincerely,
Scott Ellis
Neil was a special man who made a positive impact on those he met. His approach to life and family was truly inspiring. I was fortunate to know him. He helped create memories that I will cherish. I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sincerely,
Scott Ellis
Message from John & Lyann Morrison
December 2, 2012 2:13 PM
We were shocked and saddened to hear of Neal,s passing. Neal was a good friend and we always enjoyed a visit or phone call . Neal and I spent a lot of time, traveled a lot of miles over the years ,working in the interests of the Canadian Cattle Industry. Neal was a strong believer that a lot less Government intervention in the industry was needed. A good philosophy in my opinion. We will always remember many Cattle discussions over a glass of Scotch & Amaretto. Neal will be missed by all who knew him. Our hearts go out to Marilyn, Shane, J.J. and their families in this most difficult time.
Message from Tom, Charlotte, Kassy & Jody Corothers
December 2, 2012 11:34 AM
Our condilences go out to the Jahnke family on the sudden passing of my cousin Neil. I was so impressed after reading Neil''''s obituary and all the work & achievements he has done for the cattle business. He will be truely missed by everyone who new him. I was planning on leaving today but due to poor weather reports I will not be able to attend. It would have been a good opportunity to pay my respects to Neil and see all my cousins & old friends that I haven''''t seen in years. Please accept our sympathy''''s and know that we love you !!!
Message from Anna Truitt and daughter Marie Truitt
December 2, 2012 11:24 AM
Dear Marilyn, J.J. Shane and Jahnke family,
We were shocked to learn of Neil’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time as you mourn the loss of his loving presence from your lives. He has touched many peoples’ lives within his local community and beyond.
We will miss those great conversations and hearty laughter shared. You will be sadly missed, your presence will be in our hearts and lives forever.
Neil God Bless, as you have been called home.
Our Deepest Sympathy Anna Truitt and daughter Marie Truitt
We were shocked to learn of Neil’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time as you mourn the loss of his loving presence from your lives. He has touched many peoples’ lives within his local community and beyond.
We will miss those great conversations and hearty laughter shared. You will be sadly missed, your presence will be in our hearts and lives forever.
Neil God Bless, as you have been called home.
Our Deepest Sympathy Anna Truitt and daughter Marie Truitt
Message from Bill and Marilyn Parlee
December 1, 2012 5:42 PM
Dear Marilyn, JJ and Shane..Our deepest and most heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your families. Our sincere thoughts are with you in your sorrow.
Message from Wes and Tina Cornelson
December 1, 2012 3:18 PM
Dear Marilyn
We were so sorry and shocked to hear of Neil's passing.
Love and Prayers to you and your Family
We were so sorry and shocked to hear of Neil's passing.
Love and Prayers to you and your Family
Message from Sandy anderson
December 1, 2012 11:22 AM
Marilyn and family please accept my deepest sympathy .
Message from Brian Weedon
December 1, 2012 9:59 AM
Neil was a true and unwavering champion our industry,his positive outlook gave us the strength to endure all the challenges we have faced. For those of us who where fortunate to know Neil personally our lives have been truly enriched.My sincerest sympathy to Marilyn,J.J. and Shane.
Message from Angie Harrington
November 30, 2012 8:52 PM
My thoughts and sympathy are with you all at this difficult time.
Message from Shirley Schulz
November 30, 2012 6:35 PM
Dear Marlilyn and family,
My deepest sympathies go out to you and your dear family. Trust in the Lord for He will never leave you or forsake you. I have found this to be true after losing my dear Lawrence so suddenly this spring. Love and prayers, Shirley
My deepest sympathies go out to you and your dear family. Trust in the Lord for He will never leave you or forsake you. I have found this to be true after losing my dear Lawrence so suddenly this spring. Love and prayers, Shirley
Message from Neil & Carol Thompson
November 30, 2012 6:22 PM
From the Thompsons...we send our utmost sympathy to all of you....We will not be able to attend the service, but will certainly be thinking of you!! The Jahnke's and the Thompsons go wayyy back, and it's hard to imagine that life as we know it can change so quickly. Hugs!!
Message from Henry And Judy Fenton and Family
November 30, 2012 6:20 PM
Marilyn, Shane, JJ and families,
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of a great friend. Our paths crossed many times and it was always an enjoyable time. No matter the state of the industry, we always had a good visit and lively discusssions. We will all miss Neil and treasurer your friendship. Take care of each other and we hope to see you soon.
Love from the Fentons
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of a great friend. Our paths crossed many times and it was always an enjoyable time. No matter the state of the industry, we always had a good visit and lively discusssions. We will all miss Neil and treasurer your friendship. Take care of each other and we hope to see you soon.
Love from the Fentons
Message from Wendell and Sandra Charbonneau
November 30, 2012 12:37 PM
Our deepest sympathy from our hearts, goes to you and your family.
Many , many hugs.....Sandy and Wendell Charbonneau
Many , many hugs.....Sandy and Wendell Charbonneau
Message from Wilf and Jean Cornelsen
November 30, 2012 10:19 AM
We are shocked to hear about Neil's sudden passing and send our sincere sympathies to the whole family. Our prayers are with you all.
Message from Patrick Wolfe
November 30, 2012 6:47 AM
Happy trails partner. I hope your journey over the great divide is a good one. The kindness you and your family have given to me over the many ,many years holds a huge space in my heart. Best wishes to each and everyone from all of us in the Killdeer area.
Message from Pat Rutledge
November 29, 2012 9:32 PM
My condolences on the loss of Neil. I always enjoyed visiting with him. Still remember the first time I met him with his bottle of over proof rum, part of the entire keg he had. He will be missed.
All the Best
Pat
All the Best
Pat
Message from Heather S Beierbach
November 29, 2012 5:55 PM
Marilyn, Shane, JJ and your families, I wish that somehow your loss and great pain could be lessened. I only hope that it helps to know how this strikes us all through our hearts. I loved Neil''s great humour, but I also idolised him and all that he did for our industry. His straight forward candour and pragmatism in the face of all of the BSE trials could have been handled no better. His dedication to the beef industry inspired me but I also treasured the laughter and friendship we shared. I am blessed and honoured to have known him and will always carry his memory. My love and sympathy, Heather
Message from ALFRED & EVELYN WIEBE
November 29, 2012 4:29 PM
Condolences to MARILYN SHANE &JJ
Sorry to hear the sad news , the sudden passing of NEIL
NEIL:S jouney has begun to his eternal home
Sorry to hear the sad news , the sudden passing of NEIL
NEIL:S jouney has begun to his eternal home
Message from Alfred & EVELYN WIEBE
November 29, 2012 4:06 PM
Condolences to Marilyn ,Shane & JJ
Sorry to hear the sad news the sudden loss of NEIL.His new journey has begun
and he has entered his eternal home
Remembering you in prayer ALFRED & EVELYN WIEBE
Sorry to hear the sad news the sudden loss of NEIL.His new journey has begun
and he has entered his eternal home
Remembering you in prayer ALFRED & EVELYN WIEBE
Message from Gord Colliar
November 29, 2012 12:40 PM
Marilyn, Shane and JJ. So sorry to hear of Neil's passing, He was one of a kind with a great passion for our indusrty. He will be missed. Gord
Message from Hubert Esquirol
November 29, 2012 12:38 PM
We lost a noble Canadian!!
Message from Pete and Shirley Knight
November 29, 2012 12:14 PM
Marilyn and Family: Our thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow.
Message from ROBERT GLEIM
November 29, 2012 9:39 AM
so sorry
Message from Cheryl and Harvey Nybo
November 28, 2012 9:36 PM
We were so sorry and shocked to hear of your loss of Neil. You are in our hearts at this sad time, Marilyn.
Cheryl and Harv
Cheryl and Harv
Message from Neil and Diane Wilson
November 28, 2012 6:16 PM
Folks, "our clan''s" hearts go out to you. Take care of each other. We will be in touch.
Neil and Diane
Neil and Diane
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