Bernhard Hugo Nikkel

March 7, 1936 - January 24, 2021

It is with great sadness and joy that we announce the passing of Bernhard (Bernie) Hugo Nikkel on January 24, 2021. He went peacefully to be with his Saviour and Lord Jesus after a brief illness at the Barrhead Healthcare Centre.

He will be lovingly remembered and left to cherish his memory by spouse, Mary Nikkel (Cornelson), children; Gina Meckelburg (Colin), Rodney Nikkel (Bernadette), grandchildren; Bethany (Russell), Jared (Andrea), Amy (Isaac), Emily, Katrina, Samuel, Abigail, Rebekah, Hannah and Laura Grace, great grandchild, Florence. Bernie was born the eighth child of eleven on March 7, 1936 in Morden, Manitoba to parents Henry and Tena (Braun) Nikkel. Surviving siblings are sisters; Evelyn, Betty (Henry) and brother, Elton (Vivian), surviving in-laws Emil, Anne, Doris, Irene, Bert, Susan, Alice and numerous nieces and nephews.

Predeceased by parents, 4 brothers, 3 sisters and several nieces and nephews.

Bernie’s love for horses connected him with many people in 4-H, Wild Rose Arabian Horse Club, Camp Nakamun and many different communities through horse clinics. Bernie’s love of God connected him with Barrhead Alliance Church, Habitat for Humanity, and many friends and family.

Interment will be at Belvedere Cemetery. Family will be meeting to honor Dad’s life on January 30, 2021.

Special thanks to Dr. Tawfik, Dr. deWaal, Barrhead Healthcare Centre Staff, Shepherd’s Care staff and many friends.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Amanda Lambert of Rose Garden Chapel. Expressions of sympathy can be made at www.rosegardenchapel.com

Rose Garden Chapel

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