Obituary of Regina Konnerth

Peacefully, on Tuesday, December 27, 2011, surrounded by her loving family, into the arms of her Heavenly Father at the age of 88. Regina Konnerth was born in Obereudish, Romania on July 6th, 1923. Survived by her children Annemarie, Andy, Erika, Hilde and her husband Rick Holowaty, Johnnie and his wife Christine and Ronald. Loved, treasured and never forgotten by her six grandchildren, Rebekah, Andrew and Rachel Konnerth; Katie, David, Jason and his wife Jessica Holowaty. Also survived by her sister Mary Sturzbecher. Fondly remembered by her many nieces and nephews, cousins and church family and friends. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Rev. Andrew Konnerth on Nov. 30, 2011 after 66 years of marriage; a daughter Katharina, her parents Maria and George Klein and sisters and brothers. Mom was devoted to her family and first to her Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Mom lived a life full of faith and prayer and it was this faith that helped and carried her through her pain and difficulties, especially the last few years. Our mother strengthened us with Prayer, encouraged us with Hope and blessed us with Love. In celebration of her life, the family will receive friends at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King St. S., Waterloo on Sunday, January 1, 2012 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. The funeral service will be held in the chapel of the funeral home on Monday, January 2 at 1:00 pm, with Pastor Philip F. Kniesel officiating. Interment will follow at Parkview Cemetery, Waterloo followed by a reception in the Fireside Reception Room of the funeral home. Condolences for the family and donations to the German Gospel Church or the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy and may be arranged through the funeral home at www.erbgood.com or 519-745-8445. MOM - As long as we live, we will keep your memory and spirit alive. You had a loving and generous heart, gentle strength, and gracious manner. You were a special gift given to us from God and we will always Love you. Loved Forever, Forever Remembered.