September 9, 2021
1932-2021 ~ Ingrid Bienge of Abbotsford, passed away on September 9th, 2021 after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's. She was born in 1932 to the late Arnold and Elfriede de Fries (Steves) in Duisburg, Germany.
She was predeceased by her sister Gisela and is lovingly remembered by her husband of 67 years, Gunter, her son Mark (Sandy), her daughter Marina (Steve), her precious grandchildren Ryan (Britney), Mandy (Adam), Ali (Isaac), Melissa (Alex), & Chelsea (Darren) as well as her great-grandchildren Ben, Addie, Sawyer, Riley, Eli & Blakely.
Ingrid also leaves behind her brother Rudiger (Irmgard) & family in Germany as well as many friends near and far.
She was a nurse in the Mission community for many years and was known & loved by many. Her passions were spending time with family, friends, skiing, gardening, camping & travelling.
A celebration of life will be held at the residence of her daughter on September 26, 2021.