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It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of Leonard Calvin Hiebert, Age 75, of Brandon, Manitoba, on January 30th, 2025 in Sebring, Florida
He was born on September 15, 1949, to Philip and Olga Hiebert in Tisdale, Saskatchewan.
He married Gladys Tina Giesbrecht on July 29, 1972 and they had 3 children, Kevin, Bonnie and Cindy.
Len obtained his Red Seal in carpentry in August of 1977
He worked as a carpenter for many years, started Gladco Builders with his good friend Keith, and later establishing Len Hiebert Construction which he operated with integrity for more than 20 years.
Len had a curiosity about the world around him and developed many interests including fishing, camping, gardening and general tinkering. He was an enthusiastic and loyal fan attending nearly all of his grandkids sporting events and school activities.
Many people in many contexts throughout his life benefited from his skills and broad expertise. He was an example of Godly character to his family and all who knew him.
Len will be lovingly remembered by his wife Gladys, son Kevin and his wife Caroline and their children Juliana, Micah and Levi, daughter Bonnie and her husband Chad and their children Logan, Taylor and her husband Jeff, Xander and Jenna and daughter Cindy. He will also be deeply missed by his brother Tony and his wife Luella and their family.
He was preceded in death by his parents Philip and Olga Hiebert, brother-in-law Marv and his grandson Calvin.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 10, 2025 at 11:00am at McDiarmid Drive Alliance Church in Brandon, with viewing prior to the service and a time of sharing and refreshments afterward. Burial will follow at Austin Sommerfeld Cemetery.
The funeral service will be livestreamed for those who are unable to attend. Link can be found at clarkesfuneralhome.com
Memorials or donations may be made to SIM Retirement Village simusa.org/give/ and select Sebring Gifts. Cheques can also be made out to McDiarmid Drive Alliance Church with SIM Retirement Village in the memo. E-transfer can be sent to donations@mdacbrandon.com