Obituary of Clarence Funk

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Clarence Leonard Funk. He went to be with his Lord and Savior on May 18th , 2009. Clarence was born on June 26, 1957 at Herbert, Sask. In May of 1961 the family moved to Glaslyn. Clarence was the oldest child in a family of 15. He attended all his school years at Glaslyn. He also went to bible school at Eston Bible College and Three Hills Prairie Bible Institute in Alberta. He worked on his parents farm until his marriage to Carol Sawatzky on July 21, 1984. They moved to their own farm and raised cattle. They were blessed with five sons. Clarence was a quiet person who loved his wife and sons dearly. He treated everyone with gentleness and kindness. Clarence lived a life pleasing to his Savior. He has always stayed close to God and God has never left his side. The funeral service was held Friday May 22nd, 2009 at 2 pm at the Glaslyn Community Hall. Officiant: Pastor Terry Wicks Eulogy: Steven Funk Slide Presentation/ "Will You Remember Me": Clarence's sons Violin duet "It is Well With My Soul": Christina Hemmerling and Amy Olson, guitarist Jardeth Hemmerling Solo "When I Meet You There": Glory Craig Special song "We Have This Moment": Aunt Adelina Bergstrom Hymns "Does Jesus Care?" How Great Thou Art" "Take My Hand Precious Lord" Honorary Pallbearers: All of Clarence's friends and neighbors who shared in his life Pallbearers: His brothers Rodney Funk Dayton Funk Gerald Funk Gary Funk John Funk Leslie Funk Memorial Donations: The Gideons Final Resting Place: Glaslyn Cemetary Clarence leaves to cherish his memory: His wife of 24 years, Carol R. Funk of Glaslyn, SK His sons: Steven Funk Jeremy Funk Paul Funk Joshua Funk Tyrell Funk His parents Leonard and Rita Funk His brothers and sisters: Rodney and Sharon Funk Dayton and Carol J. Funk Karen and Dan Lowe Melody Grace Sherry and Wes Dyck Terry Funk and Darrell Wall Gerald and Lisa Funk Gary and Shelly Funk Debbie and Duncan Hemmerling Susie and John Slemming John Funk Glory and Bill Craig Leslie and Debbie Funk Valerie and Mike Saunders As well as numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends He was predeceased by his grandparents: John and Anne Funk William and Octavia Villeneuve. We the Family would like to thank all our friend's and relatives for your prayers and thoughts. Thanks for your sympathy and support, for flowers, cards, food, and all donations. Thank you to the Pastor Terry Wicks for the meaningful service, to the pianist Marj Klassen, the soloist Glory, the special song by Aunt Adelina, the violin duet by Christina, Amy and Jardeth. Thank you to the Gideon Society. Heartfelt thanks to the Glenbush M.B. ladies for the delicious lunch. Thanks to the 911 personnel. Thank you to all, your kindness and thoughtfulness will always be remembered. The Lord bless you. Thank you to Beau Lac Funeral Home for your caring words, professionalism, and arrangements. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------