Funeral For:  Cornelius Peters 
Funeral Date: January 13, 2024 
Cornelius Peters, 87, of Winnipeg formerly of Gretna, passed away Wednesday, January 3rd at Victoria Hospital. He is survived by his wife Ruth, 2 daughters, 2 sons, and their families.  
The funeral service for Cornelius Peters will be held Saturday, January 13th at 1:30pm at Altona United Church with burial at Gretna Cemetery. 
Viewing will be at the church prior to the service. 
Donations may be made to Cancer Care Manitoba. 
Arrangements by Wiebe Funeral Home, Altona. 

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our Dad, on January 3rd, 2024.
Cornie was born in Morden, Manitoba, to Wilhelm & Helena Peters, along with 13 siblings.
He leaves behind Abe Peters, Ann Sawatzky (Jake), Henry Peters (Sarah), John Peters (Linda), Benny Peters (Diane). Sadie Peters, Carol Peters. Predeceased by his parents, siblings: Margaret, Johnny, Bill David, Betty, Pete, and Bob, and in-laws Ben, John, Ed, and Brenda. His marriage to Ruth Harder spanned 63 years. They started their life in Gretna, Manitoba, and moved to Winnipeg in 1966. Four children or "The 4Ks" he named us, Ken Peters, Kim Risi (Rudy), Karrie Peters, and Kelvin Peters (Teresa). Grandchildren Geoff, Amanda (Dan), David. Makayla, Katianna, Marcella, and Great Grandaughter Avery.
He enjoyed, and was very dedicated to family events where he adored his many nieces and nephews. He always had a joke or story to share.
Driving was his life, from Gravel to Semi Trucks...he owned and worked for many places, most of those years were at Reimer Express where he won many awards for Safe driving, and was so proud to win Trucker of the year in 1992.
Service to celebrate Cornie's life will be held on Saturday, January 13 at 1:30 p.m. at the Altona United Church in Altona, MB. Interment will follow at Gretna Cemetery.
If friends & family wish donations may be made to Cancer Care Manitoba.