Neil David Baerg
May 29, 1946 - July 19, 2023
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Neil Baerg lived to the age of 77 in Abbotsford, B.C. and passed away peacefully on July 19, 2023, after a battle with cancer. Neil is survived by his wife, Susan Baerg (nee Wall) and 3 children, Lesley Peters, Sylvia (Andy) Harder and Monte (Marina) Baerg and 8 grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his granddaughter Riley Peters, his parents David and Anna Baerg and siblings, Henry (1), Henry (2), Cornelius, Mary, Dave, John, Anne and Peter.
Neil was born in 1946 to David and Anna Baerg in Taber, Alberta and the family moved to Chilliwack, B.C. in 1953. Neil grew up in Chilliwack where he met his wife at youth group. Neil went to Douglas College graduating with a certificate in business management and marketing after which he went to his first love which was driving. Neil had his own car carrier for 15 years seeing most of Canada and the northern United States. After the death of his granddaughter, he sold his car carrier and started driving a transit bus in Abbotsford which he continued for 22 years up until he passed away. He enjoyed fishing with friends, vacationing in Hawaii and watching the hummingbirds feed on his patio. Neil will be missed by his family but is celebrating in heaven.
A memorial for Neil will be held on August 5th at 1 o’clock at Sevenoaks Alliance Church.
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From: Wiebe and Jeske Funeral Home
Wiebe and Jeske Funeral Home Staff send our condolences to family and friends.
From: Elvira Schmidt
Relation: Neil was my cousin.
What sweet memories, Ernie and I had of all the visits, children’s weddings. . Neil is now rejoicing along side of Ernie. Susan and family , know that my heart aches for you all. and you are in my prayers. Love you, Elvira Schmidt
From: Nicole Clark
Relation: Friend
RIP Neil, you truly will be missed by many people including me, I will see you in Heaven when I get there, Hugs.
From: Ron and Kathy Blair
Relation: Church friend
Deepest sympathy, praying God will comfort your hearts these tender days!
Service Schedule
Celebration of Life
Date & Time:
August 5, 2023
Beginning at 1:00pm
Location:
Sevenoaks Alliance Church
2575 Gladwin Road
Abbotsford, BC Canada
2575 Gladwin Road
Abbotsford, BC Canada
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