Contributions to the tribute of Ralph Arthur Lebold

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Tuesday, November 28, 2017

I just read of Ralph's passing in the recent issue of the Canadian Mennonite. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you now begin the journey alone. I will be walking with you as this journey is forever. May you experience the comfort of knowing that family and friends are walking with you, while God is guiding you with his hand on your shoulder. Ralph was such a huge influence on our lives. I know how well Ralph and Erick connected and so enjoyed each other. Ralph's influence shaped Erick's vocation. Ralph was a man of so much energy with a great love for doing Kingdom work.

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Marie & Clare Jantzi donated to KITCHENER-WATERLOO COUNSELLING SERVICES INCORPORATED

Sunday, November 5, 2017

In memory of Ralph, we support a service that makes a significant difference in the lives of many.

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John and Lynn Rempel donated to SHALOM COUNSELLING SERVICES INC.

Saturday, November 4, 2017

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Greg Lichti donated to SHALOM COUNSELLING SERVICES INC.

Saturday, November 4, 2017

Eileen - so sorry to hear of Ralph's passing. He was a principled leader and truly great person

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Sharon Thiessen pledged to donate to HIDDEN ACRES MENNONITE CAMP INC.

Saturday, November 4, 2017

In memory of Ralph Lebold. We pray for comfort in the heart of the Lebold family.

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MIKE YANAI posted a condolence

Saturday, November 4, 2017

My condolences to the Lebold family on the passing of a very accomplished man who had obviously touched the lives of many people.

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Albert Ashley posted a condolence

Friday, November 3, 2017

Our family sends their condolences. Ralph was always a positive visitor to the awaterloo branch of MSCU while I worked there and I enjoyed his visits and discussion regarding hidden acres and Conrad Grebel! He achieve many great things and started many ventures that have positively affected many .

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Carol Ann Weaver posted a condolence

Friday, November 3, 2017

I am so sorry we have now lost this treasure of a man! His smile and easy laughter, his personal courage and strength as he lived with leukemia, his engagement with and love for people all around him, his humility, his constant seeking of knowledge, his role as former President of Conrad Grebel University College – all of this has helped define him as a true leader in 'how to be human!' We will greatly miss him. Condolences to Eileen, and to each of the children and their families.

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Cate Falconer donated to HIDDEN ACRES MENNONITE CAMP INC.

Friday, November 3, 2017

Condolences to Eileen and family. Ralph provided a wonderful example of “living faith”.

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Glen Horst posted a condolence

Thursday, November 2, 2017

I had the good fortune and great privilege to have Ralph as a mentor and colleague at Valleyview from 1969 and through the ‘70s. His wisdom, graciousness and sensitivity, humour and dedication, creativity and optimism, practicality and vision were wonderful gifts with lasting impacts on my life and ministry. I am deeply grateful for the place he has had in my life. I pray that Eileen and his family may be comforted as we say farewell.

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Campbell Nisbet posted a condolence

Thursday, November 2, 2017

Ralph was a consistent encourager to me throughout my 30 year ministry at Hidden Acres. He was an empathetic listener in part because he never forgot the experience of his years as summer camp director at Hidden Acres. He and Eileen were consistent in their support of and participation in many various camp activities. He was always willing to listen well and share his wisdom and insight. His compassion for people and genuine interest in the ministry were always appreciated. He will be greatly missed by the Hidden Acres community. I am thankful for his example, friendship and and the opportunity to have known him. As a tireless servant of God, he enters well deserved rest.

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Rich Steinmann posted a condolence

Thursday, November 2, 2017

My deepest condolences to Eileen, Cindy, Marvin, Connie and their families. I will greatly miss Ralph. He was my mentor and my friend. I will miss the lunches and great talks (chin wags as Ralph would call them) we would have together. We talked about everything from farming and our Mennonite heritage to world issues. He has given me a lot of insight about life and how to take a look at situations from different perspectives. And many years ago, in the middle of winter, he would help me boost my car so I could get home at night :) I miss you Ralph.

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Juliette Lebold lit a candle

Wednesday, November 1, 2017

Let us celebrate his life and all his achievements throughout his life. I am happy to have known him and had the chance to build a relationship with him. He is greatly loved and will be missed.

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Erma Kampers posted a condolence

Wednesday, November 1, 2017

Dear Family I always appreciated Ralph and Eileen when you were at Valleyview and am so glad I saw both of you at Hidden Acres .May God be with you in this journey

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Pamela Gingerich posted a condolence

Wednesday, November 1, 2017

Our deepest condolences. Our thoughts & prayers are with you. Harold & Dale Gingerich Gary & Pamela Gingerich

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Karen Lycklama posted a condolence

Wednesday, November 1, 2017

Sad news; so sorry for your/our loss. As a student at Grebel in a small group led by Ralph, 2 things he taught me come to mind: 1. We can always ask. 2. We can always say yes or no. Thank you Ralph for you kind & gentle nature that was instrumental in leading Conrad Grebel during your years as President. Karen Lycklama

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Carol Bauman posted a condolence

Wednesday, November 1, 2017

Eileen and family - Duane and I send our deepest condolences to all of you. There seem to be some people in your life that you think will be there forever and I saw Ralph as one of those people. I have memories of when you and Ralph were MYF sponsors and the fun times we had together with the 2 of you. Ralph married Duane and I and that stands out for me as does getting to see the two of you at the VS reunion some years back. We pray for comfort and peace.

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Fred Martin & Wanda Wagler-Martin donated to HIDDEN ACRES MENNONITE CAMP INC.

Wednesday, November 1, 2017

We will deeply miss this fine man. Our hearts are with you.

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Beth Weaver Bonnar posted a condolence

Wednesday, November 1, 2017

Dear Eileen & family, Ralph was the minister at Valleyview when I came as a VS-er in 1971. He was always interested in our VS family, & what we were doing individually. His love & excitement for the wider church was very evident & inspiring.I will always fondly remember the twinkle in his eyes when he talked about the Church. My thoughts & prayers are with you during this time of loss & grief. May God bring healing. Sincerely, Beth P.S I don't think my husband Ken ever had the privilege to meet Ralph.

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Tuesday, October 31, 2017

Ralph Arthur Lebold

1934 - 2017