Saturday, October 21, 2023 at 12:00 a.m.
Neufeld, Herman
HERMAN HENRY NEUFELD, of Lethbridge, beloved father and Opa, passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital, surrounded by his family, on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at the age of 78 years.
HERMAN HENRY NEUFELD, of Lethbridge, beloved father and Opa, passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital, surrounded by his family, on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at the age of 78 years.
Herman is survived by his children: Tim (Jodie), Trevor (Anna) and Terry; and grandkids: Teagan, Rylen, Trystyn, Taylor, Trayce and Tawnee. He is also survived by his brother Peter (Heather) and family; sister Lena (Randy) and family; and sister-in-law Shirley and family.
He was predeceased by his parents and his brother Henry.
Herman was born on November 3rd, 1944 in Bieletz, Poland to Henry and Helene Neufeld. In 1947, the family immigrated to Canada and eventually settled in Coaldale in 1950, where Herman was raised and lived for most of his life. Even after moving to Lethbridge, he was in Coaldale almost every day.
During the 70's, Herman had a water-hauling business and started T.J. Coffee Services, which he ran until his passing. During the early 2000's, he worked as a realtor with Sel-Rite Realty.
Family was everything to Herman and he enjoyed spending time with his kids and their extended families. He loved nothing more than watching his boys and grandkids play sports. He attended every hockey, baseball, volleyball, and basketball game. He would even make his way into practices. If he could not make it to a game or practice, he would often call and apologize for not being there.
In his later years, Herman became a very popular member of a few groups of avid coffee drinkers at local cafes. He also loved his breakfasts at the Nord-Bridge Senior Centre a few times a week.
During his life, he was well known for playing the accordion and "jammed" with numerous groups over the years. He always said the bathroom had the best acoustics. Growing up, the boys remember bath-time often being accompanied by dad playing the accordion.
A Celebration of Herman's Life will be held at COALDALE MENNONITE CHURCH, 2316 - 17 Street, Coaldale, AB, on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Eric Giesbrecht officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Nord-Bridge Senior Centre, 1904 - 13 Avenue North, Lethbridge, AB, T1H 4W9 or the Lethbridge Soup Kitchen, 802 - 2 Avenue A North, Lethbridge, AB, T1H 0C9.
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Our sincere condolences to the Neufeld family. We loved Herman, his bright smile and curious mind. He drove Big Blue and always offered a rhyme or two. He brought us coffee and brought us fun; we enjoyed his music and at table tennis he kicked our bum! :) - TJ - His coffee will be missed, Big Blue his driving poems will be missed. We cherished our time with Herman and are so very greatful for the time spent together. We wish the family all the best - the celebration of life seemed so very fitting for Herman, thank you.
Tim, Trevor, Terry & families, we are so sorry to hear of Herman's passing. He was a mainstay in Coaldale and a good friend always sporting a smile. Our sincere sympathy to you all as you manage such a loss in your lives. Unfortunately we cannot attend the funeral, however we will be there in spirit.
We are so sorry to hear of Herman's passing. He was always such a kind man and we will all miss his smiling face at the dental clinic. Sending our deepest sympathies to his family during this most difficult time.
Herman was are good friend from the time we arrived in coaldale until his passing. Such a kind patient man, he will be missed.
Saddened to hear of Herman's passing. I knew Herman through real estate as we did a sale together. Very nice man, honest and good to talk with. When our accordion group played at last years Christmas concert at the church in Coaldale, we said hello to each other before and after the concert and he said how much he enjoyed the accordion group. Now I understand why as I read that he too played. Thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Tim and families, we are so sorry. What a loss. Herman was a lovely person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Tim, Trevor, Terry and families, your Dad's church family is remembering you now and praying for God's comfort and strength in these days. Herman was such a light in our lives! I served with him many times at the Lethbridge Soup Kitchen and in church ushering. He was such a natural at greeting people and making easy conversation. Many talks were started about Coaldale getting a KFC restaurant! Still brings a smile. His light will live on in the love he gave all of you.
Very sorry to hear of Herman's passing.
Tim, Trevor, Terry & family So sorry to hear of Herman's passing . Thinking of you and your loss .
Herman will always be remembered fondly as a wonderful man and dear friend. Rest In Peace friend