Fred Witmer Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Fred Witmer in Kitchener, Ontario, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on May 2, 2026 at the age of 91. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Fred Witmer to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Vernon Witmer and Vinetta Witmer (Shantz); his siblings, Marjorie (Ralph), Robert and Ross (Rosario); and his siblings-in-law, Merle, Allan, Pete and Kathryn.
He is survived by: his wife Marian Elizabeth Witmer (Sherk); his children, Joan (Paul Doehn), James Witmer (Karen) and Bevin Witmer (Crystal); his siblings, Margaret Hoover, Dorothy (Doug Phillips) and Glenn Witmer; and his siblings-in-law, Lois, Alice, Carolyn and Vernon (Leone).
Visitation was held on Tuesday, May 12th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Mark Jutzi Funeral Home (291 Huron St, New Hamburg, ON N3A1K2). A funeral service was held on Wednesday, May 13th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Bethel Evangelical Missionary Church (1531 Bridge St, New Dundee, ON N0B2E0). A reception was held on Wednesday, May 13th 2026 at 12:00 PM at the same location.
As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations can be made to Crossroads Christian Communications or Bethel Evangelical Missionary Church through the funeral home.
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