Missing You

I've been meaning to post this for a while, and today seems like the day to do it, so for those of you who weren't there, and even those who were...

John Braun left the loving arms of his family to rest in the loving arms of his heavenly Father on Friday October 9, 2009 at the age of 56. He was born in Swan Plain on January 8, 1953 to Abe and Mary Braun. He grew up in the Saskatoon area with nine brothers and sisters, and a large and very close extended family, which made for a boisterous and happy childhood full of love. He met the love of his life, Christine Newson, in 1970 and immediately proceeded to charm her socks off. She was attracted to his love of adventure, his sense of humor, and his sweet nature. They were married June 22, 1974 and immediately got busy filling their home with their four children Becky, Jonathan, Michael, and Angela; creating yet another boisterous and happy home. John was an excellent father whose children filled his heart with joy. He always had time for a wrestle, a hug, or whisker rub.

John worked in the grain handling industry, and spent almost 30 years working at what is now Viterra in Saskatoon. He was involved in his community through coaching, and recreational sports, and he was a member of the Martensville Alliance Church family. He made many dear friends wherever he went and was loved by all, even people he barely knew. He always had time for others and was happy to lend a helping hand. He was a handy guy to have around.

John loved fishing, golf, camping, canoeing, football, tools, and the Maple Leafs, but his biggest love of all was just being a Grampa to Benjamin, Noah, Samuel, Abigail, and Hannah. He was Grampa Extraordinaire, and he lit up with happiness whenever he was with any of them.

John was a devoted follower of Jesus Christ and his greatest desire was that God's love would be made manifest in his life. Which it was.

We love you a lot, we love you a lot, we love you a lot...