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Nelles Charles Koenig, of Hanover, passed away at Walkerton Hospital, on Wednesday, March 15, 2023. He was 85.
Born in Walkerton, Ontario, on August 20, 1937, to the late Milton and Bertha (nee Filsinger) Koenig. Nelles resided in many areas during his lifetime, and people may remember him from years he lived in Ayton, Toronto, Wainfleet, and Hanover, and the various churches he attended in these areas. Nelles was a hardworking man who took great pride in his work, ensuring everything was always done well, and organized meticulously. These traits saw him have great success at the many different jobs he held throughout his career, ranging from helping his dad at their implement sales and machine shop in Ayton (MH Koenig & Sons), to bookkeeping and administration at Lorne Smith Fuels/Sunoco Oil, to working as a labourer in on the production floor at Sklar Peppler and Canada Bread (Jane Parker). Nelles was also very generous with his time he dedicated to volunteering to help out many charities and programs, from the Gideons, to Carrick Camp, senior's homes in Welland and Wainfleet, to the Young at Heart youth group program at Hanover Missionary Church, to 10+ years of assisting at the Hanover Day-Away program run by Home & Community Support Services (HCSS).
Loved father of JoAnn Switzer of Hanover, Glen (Kim) Koenig of St. Thomas, Linda (Randy) Becker of Hanover, Wanda (Warren) McCall of Victoria, B.C., and Rebecca (David) Heane of England. Cherished grandfather of 12, and great grandfather of 14. Fondly remembered by siblings Pauline Leonard of Windsor, Sharon (William) LaChance of Windsor, sister-in-law Judi Koenig of Hanover. Predeceased by his parents, grandchild Dawn Koenig, brother Charles, sister Shirley (and husband Hib) Holmes, and brother-in-law Gilles Leonard.
A Private Graveside Memorial Service and internment of ashes will be held at Ayton Cemetery (349 Augusta St, Ayton). A Celebration of Life gathering will be held on Wednesday, May 3, 2023, starting at 2:30 pm at the Hanover Missionary Church, with words of remembrance commencing at 3pm. Pastor Connie Giroux officiating.
*** Please note the construction at the Church and to please follow the 10th street turning left onto 17th Avenue and then right onto 11th Street accessing the gymnasium entrance of Hanover Missionary Church***
Memorial donations to the Hanover Day Away Program - Home & Community Support Services (https://hcssgreybruce.com/donatenow/) or to the Hanover Missionary Church would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
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Jo Ann, so very sorry and saddened to hear of your Fathers passing. Thinking of You and your family through this most difficult time.
- Gloria WeirmierJo Ann, Glen, Linda, Wanda & Rebecca, you have wonderful father. Praying for you. We will miss him! ♥️ - Love Pauline & Family
- Pauline LeonardDeepest sympathy to the family of Nelles. He will be remembered at the Carrick Camp, day away program in Hanover and the young at heart through the Missionary Church. We will miss his presence.
Kay and Ruth
Joanne, Linda, and families. Our sincerest condolences on your dad's passing.
Carolyn and Scott Thibaudeau
Dear Linda, JoAnn, and family, Please know that you are in our thoughts during this very sad and difficult time. I know your dad had a special place in your hearts. Cherish all those wonderful memories you have of your dad. Hugs to all of you! 💕
- Janice and Todd SweigerMy sincere condolences go out to the whole family, I've enjoyed getting to know Nelles and work with for many years at the Day Away Program. He was a great guy to have around, sincere, caring and helpful to us all. We miss him.
- Christina WinkelsOur Sympathies to cousin Nelles family. We were very sorry to hear of his passing. He was an active volunteer for his community and a faithful member of his Church, he will be missed by many. We are thinking of his family and friends.
- Earl and Linda Koenig and FamilyMy thoughts and prayers are going out to you JoAnn Switzer and your whole family at this sad time. It is obvious that your Dad had a very full and productive life.
May you fine peace in your memories.
Marlene Kaufman
Joanne. I'm very sorry for your loss, 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️
- Judy Herellj
Jo Ann and the Koenig family. So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He lead a busy life. May you find peace and comfort in knowing he touched the lives of so many. Treasure the memories. Thinking of you and sending our sincere condolences.
My sympathy to you and your families. Sheila and Rob.
- Sheila francisBruce and Bonnie want to express deepest sympathy to the family of Nelles Koenig at this difficult time,
- Bruce KoenigBruce and bonnie
- Bruce and Bonnie KoenigMy sympathy Joanne and your family for the loss of your Dad,
he was a very nice man and will be missed. hugs
I'm very saddened to learn about your father's loss, Lynn and family. I'm sure it'll be a very difficult time for you, but just wanted to let you know that others are thinking of your loss and your pain.
- James H. BrownWe are sending our sincere condolences to all the family. You will truly miss your dad, but treasure all the good memories. You have our sympathy and you are in our thoughts.
Ken and Linda Roseborough
On behalf of Don & Betty Koenig and family, we send our deepest sympathy for the loss of cousin Nelles. May he rest in peace with all who have gone before.
- Susan GarrickMy sympathy to the family. Talked many a time at the hospital Day Away program as he always had a story.
- Sandra HallOur deepest sympathy Jo-Anne and your family
- Randy and Vicki DickertJoanne, Linda, Wanda and Glen and families. We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear father! He was so proud of all of you. May the happy memories of good times with him occupy your thoughts as you grieve this loss. Love and hugs to all, Heather and John.
- Heather and John BenderWanda, we are sorry to see that your Dad has passed away. From what details I read on line, he has been a busy man all his life. We hope you find peace in knowing that your Dad is in a better place now. We send you our deepest sympathy. Take care. Sincerely, Cindy Fidler Lusby & Verona Fidler
- Verona Fidler
