Posts to the tribute of David Bechtel

Linda Garland donated to Preston Mennonite Church
Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Betty and Aubrey Hicks lit a candle
Saturday, November 9, 2024
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Last Sunday, my husband, Aubrey and I were delighted that Krista had stopped by in the neighbourhood, where the family had lived for many years. We were saddened to hear about Dave’s suffering and his passing. Living on Notley Place is like a small commmunity; dead end street at the bottom of a hill. The “kids” at that time all enjoyed each others company. When Dave was at the Mennonite Centre, my mother who lived in the area, volunteered in the gift shop at the Centre. Dave certainly lived a full life offering helpful hands whenever necessary. Aubrey and I extend condolences to the Bechtel Family. Keep all fond memories close to your heart. They never fade. In Sympathy, Betty and Aubrey Hicks
Susan Paterson donated to BEYOND HOUSING
Thursday, October 31, 2024
Dear Krista and the entire Bechtel and Alexander Families - I am so sorry for your loss and can't imagine how difficult this must be for all of you. Hopefully you can take some solace in knowing that he is no longer in pain and the fact that you had all those years together as a happy family. Not everyone can say that. Thinking of all of you and sending warm wishes. Love Susan Paterson
Brad Ratz lit a candle
Friday, October 25, 2024
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I had the privilege of know Dave through volunteering, specifically with Lang's. Dave was kind hearted and truly knew how to put others first. I am sure his family will miss him but so will the community as Dave had a substantial impact on many people. RIP.
Jamie Foley posted a condolence
Friday, October 25, 2024
My condolences to Muriel--it was my privilege to meet both of you again not long ago, and my prayers are with you. May our God of peace show you grace and care in your loss.
Angela Asadoorian donated to BEYOND HOUSING
Thursday, October 24, 2024
I was very sorry to hear about David's passing. I sat on the Lang's Board for several years with Dave and we became friends and colleagues. Dave was a great voice of reason on the board. Sometimes when I spoke I would make sure to find him in the room and if he was nodding along I knew I was on the right track. David would tease me that "he could always hear me" while others were more quiet. I enjoyed his sense of fun and he was certainly a favourite of mine to work with. Angela Asadoorian
Florence Juma posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 22, 2024
I convey my heartfelt condolences to Muriel, your children, grandchildren and all the extended Family. Touched by the warmth and kindness conveyed in his obituary. He left a beautiful legacy. Praying for comfort and peace to you all as you navigate the journey of grief and find glimpses of hope along the way. May the memories that you share be sources of strength. Hugs, Florence Juma
Glenn Eby donated to BEYOND HOUSING
Sunday, October 20, 2024
My sincere sympathy goes to you, Muriel, Greg, Krista, Dylan and Sadie. You had a wonderful caring husband, father and grandfather. I grew up with David since my mother and his father were brother and sister. His family and mine did many things together as we were growing up -fishing in the Nith River, going on picnic excursions - e.g. going up Sandhill to the tower for a picnic etc. As we got older, David and I took our grandfather to visit his sister in Ohio. When my wife of 33 years passed in 2005, I visited you, Muriel and David. You were very caring and supportive. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you deal with your loss of a wonderful person.
Jill Shields Bangham donated to BEYOND HOUSING
Sunday, October 20, 2024
Neil Burnett donated to Preston Mennonite Church
Saturday, October 19, 2024
Doug and Marjorie Richard donated to Preston Mennonite Church
Friday, October 18, 2024
Ester J Neufeldt pledged to donate to BEYOND HOUSING
Friday, October 18, 2024
Donation in memory of David Bechtel will be made via an e-transfer.
Elsie J Kuepfer pledged to donate to PRESTON MENNONITE CHURCH
Friday, October 18, 2024
The Healing Garden
Roy Scheerer pledged to donate to PRESTON MENNONITE CHURCH
Friday, October 18, 2024
Royce Hatherley pledged to donate to PRESTON MENNONITE CHURCH
Friday, October 18, 2024
The Healing Garden
Alice and Fred Hornburg pledged to donate to PRESTON MENNONITE CHURCH
Friday, October 18, 2024
Gloria Cloutier pledged to donate to PRESTON MENNONITE CHURCH
Friday, October 18, 2024
The Healing Garden
Harold and Ruthann Cook pledged to donate to PRESTON MENNONITE CHURCH
Friday, October 18, 2024
Ken Hull and Marianne Mellinger pledged to donate to PRESTON MENNONITE CHURCH
Friday, October 18, 2024
Bruce and Emily Burgetz pledged to donate to PRESTON MENNONITE CHURCH
Friday, October 18, 2024
Doris and Amzie Brubacher pledged to donate to BEYOND HOUSING
Friday, October 18, 2024
Thomas and Rebecca Neufeld pledged to donate to BEYOND HOUSING
Friday, October 18, 2024
Bob and Margaret Nally pledged to donate to BEYOND HOUSING
Friday, October 18, 2024
Linda and Don Green pledged to donate to BEYOND HOUSING
Friday, October 18, 2024
Judith Wismer pledged to donate to FAIRVIEW MENNONITE HOMES
Friday, October 18, 2024
The Healing Garden
Marlene Baker pledged to donate to PRESTON MENNONITE CHURCH
Friday, October 18, 2024
Glen and Karen Kimmel pledged to donate to PRESTON MENNONITE CHURCH
Friday, October 18, 2024
Mary and George Fast pledged to donate to PRESTON MENNONITE CHURCH
Friday, October 18, 2024
Carol Mummenhoff pledged to donate to PRESTON MENNONITE CHURCH
Friday, October 18, 2024
Hazel Wismer pledged to donate to PRESTON MENNONITE CHURCH
Friday, October 18, 2024
Roy Ballett pledged to donate to PRESTON MENNONITE CHURCH
Friday, October 18, 2024
Barbara Berg pledged to donate to PRESTON MENNONITE CHURCH
Friday, October 18, 2024
Jennifer Stephens pledged to donate to BEYOND HOUSING
Friday, October 18, 2024
Joseph pledged to donate to PRESTON MENNONITE CHURCH
Friday, October 18, 2024
I pray for you. God be with you.
Barbara Berg pledged to donate to PRESTON MENNONITE CHURCH
Friday, October 18, 2024
The Healing Garden
Alice Gascho pledged to donate to PRESTON MENNONITE CHURCH
Friday, October 18, 2024
The Healing Garden
Ingrid Peters Derry donated to BEYOND HOUSING
Friday, October 18, 2024
Ingrid lit a candle
Friday, October 18, 2024
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Muriel, I'm so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. We were privileged to have known him, even in a small way. Paul and I keep you in our prayers during this time. May you be surrounded by love and supported by your faith and your community.
Krista Barfoot Kinsie donated to Preston Mennonite Church
Friday, October 18, 2024
Thinking of you all in this difficult time. We will miss his gentle spirit and quiet leadership. Hope you can find solace in a life well lived.
Elizabeth Klassen donated to BEYOND HOUSING
Friday, October 18, 2024
I recall my time on the Menno Homes ( Beyond Housing)board with Dave- always cheerful and full of positivity. He will be greatly missed.
Cora Krommenhoek posted a condolence
Friday, October 18, 2024
Muriel, I was sorry to hear of Dave's death. He was always so friendly and supportive of me, as you both were. My prayers will be with you all at this time. May God's comfort and peace be with you. Cora Krommenhoek
Carolyn E Barfoot donated to Preston Mennonite Church
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Thinking of you and remebering Dave.
Khim,Chiamsack,Sudara,Siri Bounket donated to Preston Mennonite Church
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Roy and Mardi Lichti pledged to donate to BEYOND HOUSING
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Robert and Gladys Bender pledged to donate to PRESTON MENNONITE CHURCH
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Gary and Brenda Leis donated to BEYOND HOUSING
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Sandra and John Schiedel pledged to donate to BEYOND HOUSING
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Leroy and Carol Shantz pledged to donate to BEYOND HOUSING
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Murray and Marilyn Leis donated to BEYOND HOUSING
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Elvin Martin pledged to donate to PRESTON MENNONITE CHURCH
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Cam and Debbie Shapansky pledged to donate to PRESTON MENNONITE CHURCH
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Robert and Grace Veitch pledged to donate to PRESTON MENNONITE CHURCH
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Irene Krahn posted a condolence
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Dear Muriel & family, My condolences on Dave’s passing. It has been many years since I worked with Dave at SCOC, but I have very fond memories of those times. Dave lived his faith. I admired his kindness, integrity, knowledge and ability to treat everyone with equality and respect. In the ensuing years it was always a pleasure to see both Dave and you, Muriel. May you find comfort in knowing that he had a very positive impact on many people. He will be missed.
Daniel Lichti pledged to donate to BEYOND HOUSING
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Irene Krahn donated to BEYOND HOUSING
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Martin Buhr pledged to donate to BEYOND HOUSING
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Ted and Barb Welfred donated to Preston Mennonite Church
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Gladys Penney pledged to donate to BEYOND HOUSING
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Margaret Martin pledged to donate to BEYOND HOUSING
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Dr Thomas and Lois Schultz donated to Preston Mennonite Church
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Fred and Nancy Kinsie donated to Preston Mennonite Church
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Ruth and Richard Clemmer donated to Preston Mennonite Church
Thursday, October 17, 2024
The Healing Garden
John and Rosemary Shantz donated to Preston Mennonite Church
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Nancy and John Brubacher donated to Preston Mennonite Church
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Lesley Braun and Wayne Waddington pledged to donate to BEYOND HOUSING
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Ken and Mary Willsie donated to Preston Mennonite Church
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Norman and Margaret Warren pledged to donate to BEYOND HOUSING
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Daniel Kramer and Laura Gray pledged to donate to PRESTON MENNONITE CHURCH
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Marion Good pledged to donate to PRESTON MENNONITE CHURCH
Thursday, October 17, 2024
The Healing Garden
Bea and Bob Bechtel donated to Preston Mennonite Church
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Sheila and Gerald Bechtel pledged to donate to BEYOND HOUSING
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Gerald and Martha Good pledged to donate to BEYOND HOUSING
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Barbara Klaver pledged to donate to PRESTON MENNONITE CHURCH
Thursday, October 17, 2024
The Healing Garden
Laverne and Ella Brubacher donated to BEYOND HOUSING
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Evelyn Wake lit a candle
Thursday, October 17, 2024
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Muriel, my heart aches for you and your family, over the loss of a truly wonderful husband and father. Dave and I grew up together within our church family at Hagey’s and Preston Mennonite Church. We served together as president and vice-president of our MYO group. He was always a kind and caring person, even as.a small boy. I am keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers, as you journey through this time of grief. May God wrap you in love and comfort.
Catherine Hunsberger posted a condolence
Thursday, October 17, 2024
My sympathy to you, Muriel, and to your family. I was a classmate of Dave’s for four years at Rockway and I appreciated him then and in our occasional interactions in the years since. I’m sorry that I’m unable to attend the visitation or service due to illness. Catherine Hunsberger
Cambridge Stroke Association donated to Preston Mennonite Church
Thursday, October 17, 2024
BARBARA CARTER donated to Preston Mennonite Church
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Dear Muriel and Family God only takes the best and he certainly chose the best with Dave. I knew him from the Board at Langs. He was kind with his words and greeting. Added to this was his intelligence and knowledge. God Bless you Dave. Rest in Peace. Barbara Carter
Marianne and Jim Erb pledged to donate to PRESTON MENNONITE CHURCH
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Nelson & Joy Scheifele donated to BEYOND HOUSING
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Our sincere condoences. We have appreciated Dave's friendly and gentle presence on so many occasions. He contributed so much to so many organziations. His life is so worth celebratiing even as you grieve your loss. Nelson & Joy
Shirley Snyder donated to Preston Mennonite Church
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Janice Snider donated to Preston Mennonite Church
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Nancy Anne Pauls donated to BEYOND HOUSING
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
My sincere condolences Muriel and family as you grieve the loss of Dave. I had the privilege of working at SCOC when Dave was Director. He led with dedication, compassion, kindness and thoughtfulness, embodying a true "servant leader" I will remember him with love and gratitude. Nancy Pauls
Retired Women's Group donated to Preston Mennonite Church
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Dorothy MacBride donated to Preston Mennonite Church
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Carl Dahmer pledged to donate to MENNONITE CENTRAL COMMITTEE ONTARIO
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Sheri James donated to BEYOND HOUSING
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Elizabeth Shantz pledged to donate to PRESTON MENNONITE CHURCH
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
My sincerest condolences to you & your family.I have fond memories of time spent with Muriel & Dave.
Ronald & Gudrun Mathies donated to BEYOND HOUSING
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Our sincere condolences. Dave was a gracious and exemplary servant of our congregation. Thanks be to God for his life and legacy.
Graham Veitch donated to BEYOND HOUSING
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Terry Jutzi donated to Preston Mennonite Church
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Glen & Margaret Woolner donated to BEYOND HOUSING
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
It was with shock and surprise that I learned of my older first cousin Dave's passing. He was always someone I enjoyed being with and looked up to. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Muriel and family, as you face a huge adjustment in your life. Glen and Margaret Woolner
G+M Woolner lit a candle
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
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Thinking of you in your sorrow and wishing words could impart our thoughts of deepest sympathy we feel in our heart. Glen and Margaret Woolner
Marlene Suter donated to BEYOND HOUSING
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
So sorry to hear of Dave's passing and wish you, Muriel, God's peace in the days ahead as you remember the life you and Dave shared together.
Samuel Steiner donated to BEYOND HOUSING
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
David was a gentle, deeply engaged guy who offered his skill unstintingly to charitable organizations of many types. He will be missed.
Barbara & John Duncan donated to Preston Mennonite Church
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Jen MacBride donated to BEYOND HOUSING
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Tom and Nancy Jutzi donated to Preston Mennonite Church
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
The family of David Bechtel uploaded a photo
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
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