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In memory of
Anna Lydia Mathes
1933 - March 14, 2025
1933 - Mar 14, 2025
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Anna Lydia Mathes (Warkentin)
1933 - 2025
Anna Lydia Mathes (née Warkentin), 91, passed away on March 14, 2025, in South Beloit, Illinois. Born on October 4, 1933, in Pigeon Lake, Manitoba, Canada, Lydia lived a life filled with music, creativity, and kindness.
She had a deep love for singing and was an active member of her church choir as well as the Joy Singers. Her passion for music extended beyond performance—she volunteered with Northern …
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What causes did Anna care about most?
Peace on Earth
Peace on Earth
Peace on Earth
What was Anna's favorite color?
Red
Red
Red
What were Anna's favorite games to play?
Rook
Rook
Rook
What were Anna's favorite songs or musical artists?
Peter, Paul and Mary, John Denver, Morgan Tabernacle Choir
Peter, Paul and Mary, John Denver, Morgan Tabernacle Choir
Peter, Paul and Mary, John Denver, Morgan Tabernacle Choir
Timeline
Born
1933
Pigeon Lake, Manitoba, Canada
Moved
1943
Steinbach, MB, Canada
Lost her parent, Gerhard Warkentin
1950
Steinbach, MB, Canada
Survived by
Laura Forbes
Daughter
Paul Forbes
Son-in-law
Edith Nikkel
Sister
Helga Froese
Sister
Harold Warkentin
Brother
Connor Forbes
Grandson
Quinn Forbes
Grandson
Griffin Forbes
Grandson
Jim Howells
Son-in-law
Elizabeth Howells
Grandchild
Benjamin Howells
Grandson
Cassandra Howells
Grandchild
Predeceased by
Lowell Mathes
Husband
Valerie Howells
Daughter
Gerhard Warkentin
Father
Elisabeth Warkentin
Mother
Ernie Warkentin
Brother
Mary Block
Sister
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