Obituary of Esther Anne Penfold

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Esther Anne Penfold (nee Balzer) on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at Sunnyside Home in Kitchener, Ontario. After a long battle with her health, Esther has gone home to be with her Lord.

Esther is survived by her loving husband of 42 years, Robert, their son Joshua (Rebecca), and daughter Johanna (Lucas), her brothers Edward (Beverley) and David (Violet). She also leaves behind four grandchildren whom she adored: Ellen, Jameson, Ruth, and Madison.

Esther was born in Kitchener, Ontario, on July 25, 1958, to Nicholas and Margaret Balzer. Throughout her life she was devoted to her church community, loved crafting, reading, and playing piano. Esther also enjoyed travelling, camping with her family when the kids were young, and exploring the world with Bob later in life, though she always loved coming home. Esther was a loving and devoted wife, mother and Oma, and selflessly served all those she loved.

Visitation will be held at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King St. S., Waterloo, on Thursday, April 18, 2024, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The funeral service will take place in the chapel of the funeral home on Friday, April 19, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., followed by a reception in the Fireside Reception Room. Interment to follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park in Guelph, Ontario.

In lieu of flowers, condolences for the family and donations to the Mennonite Central Committee may be arranged through the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home at www.erbgood.com or by calling 519-745-8445.