A candle was lit by Oliver Kersting
on April 26, 2019 5:16 AM
A candle was lit by Shelley Johnston-Frith
on January 19, 2016 4:40 AM
A candle was lit by Elisabeth und Willi Kersting
on January 18, 2016 8:42 AM
Message from Cheryl Nickels
January 17, 2016 5:49 PM
Mr. Juergens family - I would visit him when he moved to DCL - He was a joy to visit - We always had lots to talk about -He was a true gentleman - May all the great memories keep him close to your hearts - He was blessed to have Ken /Betty and Bonnie/Darrin in his life
Cheryl Nickels (Neighbour)
Message from Carmen Kersting
January 17, 2016 3:53 AM
Lieber Onkel Hubert!
Es wird mein letzter Brief an Dich sein und dabei habe ich Dir immer so gerne geschrieben. Ich bin unglaublich traurig darüber, dass ich Deine Stimme nun nicht mehr hören werde und glücklich darüber, dass ich Dir zwei Tage bevor Du gegangen bist noch ein paar Worte sagen konnte. Du hattest nicht mehr antworten können, aber die Schwester im Krankenhaus hat den Hörer an Dein Ohr gehalten und mir anschließend gesagt, dass Du die Augen kurz geöffnet hast. Ich konnte Dir so sagen, dass wir Dich alle sehr lieben und an Dich denken.
Für mich warst Du immer mein "Onkel Hubert" aus Canada und eigentlich wolltest Du nach Deutschland kommen und mir eine Hochzeitstorte backen, wenn ich heiraten würde...
Ich werde Dich vermissen , Deinen wunderbaren Humor, Deine tollen Geschichten und Deinen feinen Charakter.
Hab´ Dich lieb!
Deine Carmen
(Enkelin von Onkel Hubert´s Schwester Lisbeth)
PS: Special "Thank You" to the very nice nurse, I talked to on the phone! Sorry, I didn´t know your name. You hold the telephone to "Onkel Hubert´s" ear, so I could "talk" to him two days before he passed away. Thank you so much!!!
A candle was lit by Carmen Kersting
on January 17, 2016 3:29 AM
A candle was lit by Doreen Busse
on January 14, 2016 5:53 PM
A candle was lit by Shelly Strong
on January 13, 2016 4:54 PM
Message from Helmut Holzkämper Bornebrucher Weg 83 32839 Steinheim / Germany
January 11, 2016 4:45 AM
Message von Helmut (Sohn von Hubert seiner ältesten Schwester Lene)
Die Verbundenheit mit seiner alten Heimat war ihm immer ein Anliegen. Seine Reisen mit Regina, die beide oft unternahmen hatten in Steinheim immer den Mittelpunkt. Auch die Silberhochzeit der Beiden und seinen 7 Geschwistern feierte er in unserem Haus. Telefonisch waren wir immer in Kontakt, das letzte mal Anfang Dezember 2015. "ich möchte ja so gerne noch einmal um die Ecke schauen, aber mein Herz .....".
Die Anrufe und seinen Humor werden wir vermissen. Wir freuen uns dass wir einen solchen Onkel hatten und werden am 17. Januar an ihn denken.
Einen besonderen Dank an Mary und Familie, dass Ihr Euch um ihn so lieb gekümmert habt.
Monika und Helmut, Olaf, Thorsten und Familien.
Message from Daren and Bonnie Van Den Bussche
January 10, 2016 2:54 PM
Our family has known Hubert and Regina for the last 20 years, but in the last 10 or so years, they had become part of our family, and us a part of theirs. We have shared many Birthday's, Anniversary's and other family gatherings with them and our children and their families and animals. We will remember them forever, and truly miss them both. They were a treasure to have known. Miss you Hubert, but we are so happy you are back with your Regina that you loved and missed so much! Your friends always, Daren and Bonnie. Our condolences to his family.
Message from Ken & Betty Morrison
January 8, 2016 12:38 PM
We feel fortunate to have had Hubert for a neighbor for more than 35years & in that time getting to know his family. Our sincere sympathy to them now during this time of loss.
Message from Martha Jürgens und Kinder
January 8, 2016 10:04 AM
Meine Familie und ich waren traurig als wir die Nachricht bekamen, dass Onkel Hubert gestorben ist.
Onkel Hubert und Tante Regina haben uns oft in Deutschland besucht. Auch wir waren mehrmals in Canada. Wir hatten immer viel Freude an Onkel Huberts Erzählungen.
RIP
Message from Miles & Deb McPherson
January 7, 2016 1:40 PM
We always enjoyed our visits with "Uncle" Hubert. He was a kind and gentle man with a great gift for story telling. He lived a full life, but will be missed. Condolences to all his family and friends.
Message from Bruce Cameron
January 7, 2016 11:38 AM
I did not personally know Mr. Juergens but I knew who he was at the MCC . He make some of the best baking I have ever eaten in my life . His sticky buns [Chelsea Buns] would melt in your mouth .
Message from Beau and Elli Warrian
January 6, 2016 11:07 PM
We are sorry to hear of Hubert's passing. Hubert and Regina were dear friends of ours for many years. Rest in peace Hubert.
Beau and Elli.
A candle was lit by Beau and Elli Warrian
on January 6, 2016 10:55 PM
Message from Chandra Narine
January 5, 2016 7:33 PM
My dear Mr. Juergens or better known to me as Mr. J. We first met in Feb. 1979 when I started employment at the MDC. I am thankful to you for sharing your skills and knowledge as a baker and will always treasure the personal gift from you and Mrs. J for the beautiful wedding cake you baked for my special day. I have many beautiful memories of our time spent together, especially when you came to the MDC for my retirement in 2011. We have since shared many special memories and stories. I am thankful for having known you all these years and will truly miss you. There will always be an emptiness in my heart whenever I visit In Portage knowing that you are no longer with us. .......Rest in Peace my friend.
My sincere and deepest sympathy to the family.
Chandra
Message from Michelle Espenell
December 31, 2015 7:19 PM
I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Juergens at the MDC... He always looked after us girls and yes he made the best Chelsea buns! I ran into Mr. Juergens again at the DCL and he was still such a character @ 96 years of age .....and still looking after the girls! Condolences to his family. Michelle Espenell
A candle was lit by Michelle Espenell
on December 31, 2015 7:12 PM
Message from Gladys Suderman (Reginas hairdresser) & James Miller
December 24, 2015 10:51 AM
I am so sorry to hear of Huberts' passing. James & I enjoyed visiting with him, when I would come to do Reginas' hair. And even after her passing, he always had a smile for us when we would stop in. He was a real character.
Very strong in his opinions, but lived life. We will miss him.
Message from Patricia Todd
December 23, 2015 4:25 PM
To the Family
So sorry to hear that Hubert has passed away. He made the best chesla buns ever!! He was the baker of all times...