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- (Research): Obituary, THE RECORD - Oct. 29, 2005ELMER WESTON WITMER June 28, 1934 - October 27, 2005 As he lived, Elmer died peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, at Freeport Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, on Thursday, October 27, 2005, age 71. Devoted husband and best friend of the late Monica Witmer (July 4, 2004). Loving father of Denise Witmer (Paul Panagapka), Danny (Christine) Witmer, Debbie (Mike) Gordon and Dana (Rob) Waters. Fun loving and cherished grandpa of Lacey and Christine McAllister, Isaac Panagapka, Tyler and Brittany Witmer, Cameron and Nicole Gordon and Mitch and Brody Waters. Elmer will be greatly missed by his mother Edna Witmer and by his brothers and sisters Darcy (Donna) Witmer, Ross (Evelyn) Witmer, Lynne (late Frank) Hoffman, and by Joe (Liz) Witmer. He will be sadly missed by his extended family and by his many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his father Lincoln Witmer. Elmer was the owner of Witmer's Garage in St. Jacobs for over 36 years. His optimism and friendly smile warmed many hearts. Friends are invited, to share their memories of Elmer with his family at the Edward R. Good Funeral Home, 171 King Street South in Waterloo on Sunday, October 30, 2005 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A morning prayer service will be held in the funeral home on Monday, October 31, 2005 at 9:30 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial at St. Michael's RC Church, 240 Hemlock Street, Waterloo at 10 a.m. with the Rev. James Malone as celebrant. The parish prayer service will be held at the funeral home on Sunday afternoon at 3:45 p.m. Interment in Parkview Cemetery. In Elmer's memory, donations may be made to the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre or Cancer Research and can be arranged through the funeral home - 745-8445 or www.edwardrgood.com
In Memoriam, THE RECORD, Kitchener, Ontario - Oct. 27, 2007 WITMER, Elmer - October 27, 2005 Sadly missed, lovingly remembered..... Has it really been two years Since you left us here on earth We talk about you as if We saw you the other day. Your name is mentioned with a smile, The person you were, So friendly, so cheery and joyful. We admire the way you lived life, So optimistic, so lively. Our children, how they treasure their Papa, We compare their inquisitive ways to yours Searching for similarities; proudly declaring them We miss you every day But take comfort in knowing you and Mom Watch over us. Love Denise, Danny, Debbie and Dana and families.
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