Thelma Elizabeth (Fischer) Thiel, formerly of Zurich, passed away peacefully, at Queensway Nursing Home, Hensall, on Tuesday, August 27, 2013 in her 97th year. Beloved wife of the late Charles Thiel (1984). Dear mother of Dianne Beattie of London and Mary Ellen and Paul Edwards of Manitoulin. Loving grandmother of Brent Beattie, Brad and Brenda Beattie, Shawn and Juliet Edwards and Nicole and Dan Mishchenko and great-grandmother of Kyle and Cameron Beattie, Devyn, Darren, Tara and Kiera Beattie, Ross, Eleanor and Claire Edwards and Samuel, Isaac, Grace, Caleb, Johnny and Mercy Mishchenko. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Mary Mae Wushke, Alice Thiel, Helen McKay and Theresa Link. Sadly missed by her nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Jacob and Mary (Weiberg) Fischer, son-in-law Donald Beattie, sister Leona (Clarence) Reichert, brother Trueman Fischer and brother-in-law Albert Wushke.
Visitation in the J. M. McBeath Funeral Home, 49 Goshen St. N, Zurich on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The Funeral Service will be conducted on Saturday, August 31, 2013 at 11 a.m. in St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Zurich, Ont. Pastor Nadine Schroeder-Kranz officiating. Interment St. Peter’s Lutheran Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Peter’s Lutheran Church or Queensway Resident Fund.
A tree will be planted as a living memorial to Thelma Thiel
Haskett Funeral Homes
Condolence From: Cecelia Denomme
Dear Dianne , Mary Ellen and families – I have wonderful memories of a wonderful lady ! With fond remembrance and love -Cecelia Denomme -Goderich
Condolence From: Deb & Steve Overholt
Our deepest sympathy to Diane and Mary Ellen and your families. Your mom was the best neighbour anyone could have asked for. She was a kind hearted person and was always good to us and our children. We are thinking of all you at this time
Deb & Steve
Condolence From: Doug & Elaine Coxon
We are sorry to hear of Thelma’s passing and would like to extend our condolences to the entire family. We are sure that she and Ann will resume their adventures in heaven.
Condolence From: Pat and Gwen O’Rourke
Our most sincere sympathy to all of Thelma’s family. She was a beautiful and gracious woman with a kind heart and wonderful sense of humour.
Condolence From: Fred & Phyllis Mommersteeg
We are so sorry for your loss,Thelma was a wonderful lady,cherish your memories and she will always stay close to your heart.
Condolence From: Theresa Davies(Corriveau)
My sincere sympathy for your loss.Thelma was a wonderful friend to my mom Nora Corriveau.May loving memories bring you peace,comfort and strength.