Marguerite Thelma Krebs
July 4th, 1920- October 3rd, 2019.
Marguerite passed away peacefully in Didsbury Hospital Oct 3rd with family at her side. She was born in Bresaylor, Sask. to George and Bella Anderson July 4th, 1920.The family moved from Saskatchewan to the Rugby district when she was twelve years old. Marguerite married her school mate and love of her life Lawrence Krebs June 25, 1941. They enjoyed 56 years together. Lawrence passed away 1997.
Marguerite was predeceased by brothers Orval (Doreen), Haulace (Elsie), Sister Inez Anderson, Grandson Martin Krebs and Daughter-in law Karen Krebs. She leaves to mourn daughter, Carol (Lynn) Reid, sons Dale and Gale Krebs, Grandchildren Teresa (Michael) de Graaf, Michael (Patsy) Reid, Cameron (Cheryl) Reid, Blake Reid (Jodie),Greg (Cindy) Krebs, Ryan (Jennifer) Krebs, Shane (Kara) Krebs, Aaron Krebs and sister-in- law Laura Krebs, twenty three Great Grandchildren and many nephews and nieces, cousins and friends.
Marguerite enjoyed people, following Lawrence in his music and sports. She was a faithful member of the Redeemer Lutheran Church in Didsbury. She liked to eat out after church and was a contributing member of many women's bible studies. Also she was a member of the Women's Institute for seventy five years. She was an active member of the Rugby community in such events as turkey suppers, community plays. In later years, Marguerite taught ceramics to as many as eighty-five students. Grandma never missed a birthday or a time to celebrate with her family or friends. We want to thank the staff of Chinook Winds Lodge and Aspen Lodge for their loving care of our mother.
