John Sawatzky

John Sawatzky, age 96 years, of Altona, Manitoba, passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026 at the Altona Memorial Health Centre.

He is survived by his children Gloria Heinrichs, Valerie (Shaun) McMahon, Emily (Ken) Krahn, Tim (Pamela) Sawatzky, and Mark (Irma) Sawatzky, as well as 15 grandchildren and spouses, and 31 great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife Toots, son-in-law Grant Heinrichs, 1 grandchild Natalie Heinrichs, and 2 great grandchildren Deklyn and Wyatt Sawatzky.

A celebration of John's life will be held on Friday, March 6, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. at the Victory Family Church, Altona.  A private interment will be held prior to the service.  Viewing will be at Wiebe Funeral Home Altona on Thursday, March 5 from 1:00 - 6:00 p.m. and on Friday, March 6 from 9:00 a.m. - 12 noon.

Donations in memory of John may be made to the Canadian Foodgrains Bank.