Condolence: My thoughts and prayers are with you all and may God comfort you and give you peace in this difficult time

Condolence: We were so sorry to hear of Art's illness and now his passing. May the God of all comfort bring you peace as you deal with such a loss. We still enjoy listening to the CD of Art's guitar playing - such a gifted guy. Please be assured of our prayers.

Condolence: Dear Irene and family, It is hard to believe that cousin Art's journey here has ended so soon. We pray that God will comfort you at this time of great loss for your family.

Condolence: Unfortunately, distance and aging issues kept us apart for the past few years, yet we often thought of Art, Irene, Nadine and Joe, in the hope that we might, someday get back together again. Today, we're saddened to hear that our friend has passed on before we could accomplish that goal - but heartened in the knowledge that he has Gone Home. Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of Art, and know that our prayers are with you all at this time.

Condolence: My heart is with you during this difficult time. May the God of all comfort be close in your hearts.

Condolence: To dear Irene and all the family Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your dear husband and best friend, father and grandfather. 1 Corinthians 15:44 Death is swallowed up in Victory! Isaiah 40:1 Comfort, yes, comfort my people! says your God

Condolence: Dear Irene and family, We want to share our condolences with you. We grieve with you and please know that we are praying for you . May the God of all comfort strengthen you and give courage during this difficult time. Hedy and Ed

Condolence: I had the pleasure of working with Art back in the late 80s at WaterFurnace in Leamington early in my career. I have fond memories of Art being a kind and gentle man who managed to keep calm in the midst of chaos. Irene my deepest sympathies to you and the family in this time of sorrow. Karen Barna (Reynolds)

Condolence: So very sorry to hear about the passing of Art. You were both wonderful neighbours and good friends over the years. We hope that the memories you shared with Art will help you find comfort. Please accept our deepest sympathies and condonlences.

Condolence: Very sorry for your loss. After a difficult journey Art is at peace. We are unable to attend the funeral but our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Many fond memories from the Graham Sideroad will remain with us.

Condolence: We are so deeply saddened by the passing of Uncle Art. I have such good memories of playing music together. He was such a gifted guitarist. May you feel surrounded by family and friends as you grieve this profound loss. May God provide strength and comfort in the days ahead. Love, Paul and Linda

Condolence: We are saddened by the loss of Art our first of 23 cousins in the Peter and Maria Driedger (our grandparents) family. Our prayers are with you Irene and family during these days as you grieve the loss but also as you celebrate the life of your dear husband Art and father and grandfather to your children and grandchildren. The Lord will be and give you strength for the next days. with love, Arthur&Kathleen Driedger

Condolence: Very sorry to hear of Art's passing. Another neighbour has moved on. Condolences to Irene and the family.

Condolence: Art was a dear family friend, one of my bosses many years ago, and a best friend to my dad. I have so many happy memories going to Art & Irene's home and visiting with Allen and Nadine, while my parents had coffee and dessert. Irene, Nadine and Allen, I am so sorry this has happened to you.....I know what it's like to lose someone so dear that it literally hurts. But like my dad so beautifully said in his condolence, I am also rejoicing that he is with his precious Lord and Saviour. Praying for you and all your families at this very very sad time.

Condolence: Regarding my friend Art ... Our friendship dates back over fifty years and Art never ceased to inspired me. He helped me out in the shop for many years and always encouraged me when the going was tough. While in business together, when everyone else had different ideas about resolving a crisis, Art was always the last person to speak. And when he did, we all agreed with his decision, because it was usually the only one that made sense. ... Art was an amazing man and we all appreciated his many talents and of course, his musical abilities. In our younger days, Art tried teaching me to play the guitar. As bad as I was, we did go to a lot of parties. But trust me, it was his talents and not mine, that got us invited to play. I have many fond memories of us going to the races and tractor pulls. We talked about many things and much about outer space. In fact, our families were together and watched the first man walk on the moon. When there was a job to do, Art had to get it done right now, with excellence ... something that is sadly missing in the world today. I have always appreciated his zest to ... "Get 'er done!" Being friends and "practically" cousins, we spent quite a bit of time together. If we missed seeing each other, we would call ... and yes, he always had a joke. And no matter what we discussed that day, he usually always turned the topic of conversation to something spiritual. He wanted to talk about the good things of the Lord. In Acts 16:31 the Bible says ... "Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved." What does that mean? Saved from what? ... Saved from eternal separation from God. ... Art believed. He had given his heart to the Lord many, many years ago and I know without a shadow of a doubt, that Art is in Heaven right now with His Lord and Saviour. ... I, along with many others will miss hanging out with our friend. He would engage us in interesting conversations and always had some adventurous project on the go ... but believe me when I tell you ... this now will be his greatest adventure! So, to Irene, family and friends ... Susanne and I extend our deepest sympathy. Art was a true friend and personally I'm a better man for knowing him. ... Thank you, Fred Toews