Surrounded by the love of her family, Mary Alice (Bender) Gingerich, formerly of Zurich, passed away on April 5, 2013 at her residence Nithview Home, New Hamburg.
Mary was born 91 years ago in East Zorra Township a daughter of the late Noah and Magdalena (Ruby) Bender. She was a member of the Zurich Mennonite Church. She farmed with her husband Curtis at R.R. 2 Zurich for many years and was a cook at the Bluewater Rest Home, Zurich. Beloved wife of the late Curtis Gingerich (2007) whom she married on October 3, 1942. Loving mother of Don and Sharon Gingerich of R.R. 2, Zurich, Ralph and Yvonne Gingerich of Elmira, Delores and the late Cliff Gingerich of Zurich and Sandi and Leo McCarron of New Hamburg. Sadly missed by her 15 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Dear sister-in-law of Nodaine Bender, Irene Bender, Eileen Bender, Della Gingerich and Alice Gingerich. Fondly remembered by her many nieces and nephews and the Bender and Gingerich families. Predeceased by her brothers Melvin (Mabel),Reuben (Alice), Elton(Elda), Curtis, Ervin, Ezra and sisters Verda Bender and Fanny (Reuben) Gingerich.
Visitation in the J. M. McBeath Funeral Home, 49 Goshen St. N., Zurich, Ont on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Memorial Service will be conducted on Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at 3 p.m. at the Zurich Mennonite Church. Pastor Ken Gazley officiating. Spring interment in Zurich Mennonite Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Nithview Home, New Hamburg, Zurich Mennonite Church or Mennonite Central Committee.
GINGERH: (Bender) Mary Alice formerly of Zurich
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Condolence From: Rick & Marilyn Vandenbussche
Delores: sorry to read of your mom’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time,
Condolence From: Sherman & Jenny Roth
Our prayers and thoughts are with Don, Ralph, Delores, Sandi and your families as you grief and celebrate the life of your mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother. My memories are of our families spending many good times together in our younger years. Mary and Curtis will always be fondly remembered by the Roth Family.
Condolence From: Kristen Orr
Sandy and Family,
I hope you find peace during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sincerely, Kristen
Condolence From: Denise and Barry Bender
Our thoughts and prayers are with Sandi and Leo, Don and Sharon, and the whole Gingerich family during this bittersweet time. Knowing your mom is reunited with loved ones in the presence of God is an awesome realization, yet the finality of her passing may at times be hard. In those moments, may Holy Spirit be close to you and comfort you. May precious memories of you mom bind your family closer to each other, and may you know that your friends truly care.
Condolence From: Patti and Steve Geoffrey
Dear Delores , Don, Ralph, Sandi and families
Hope that these words comfort you on the loss of your dear mother. I will always remember her sweet smile and beautiful nature. May God keep you in his embrace at this difficult time. Our warmest condolences. Patti and Steve
Condolence From: Harv & Evelyn Vincent
Mary’s family
Sincere smypathy. Mary was always such a pleasant lady who lived her faith. She is home with Jesus. Praying for God’s peace and comfort in your lives