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Jacob Thiessen

July 31, 1932 - August 01, 2025

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Obituary For Jacob Thiessen

With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Jacob Thiessen of Grande Prairie, Alberta, with family by his side, at the age of 93 years.

Jacob will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Sophie Thiessen, his children Valerie Thiessen, Lorna Thiessen, David Thiessen, Bernard Thiessen and Lauraleen Huget (née: Thiessen); his grandchildren Michael Schartner, Kristen Schartner, Darci Thiessen, Holly Thiessen, Brandy Thiessen, Matthew Pagnotta; great-grandchildren Skyla Seguin, Noah Boyko, Lily Boyko, Rylee Thiessen-Weir, Wren Thiessen-Weir; daughters-in-law Marlene Thiessen and Jennifer McDonald; son-in-law Dave Huget; brother George Thiessen; and numerous nieces, nephews, friends and neighbours.

Jacob was predeceased by a daughter, Thelma (Tami) Thiessen, as well as his parents, and most of his brothers and sisters.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at 1:00 pm, at Faith Lutheran Church (9610-108th Avenue, Grande Prairie), followed by interment at the Grande Prairie Cemetery (84 Ave & 112 St). Following the graveside service, you are invited to join the family for light refreshments and time to share memories together at the Faith Lutheran Church.

In remembrance of Jacob Thiessen’s life, and in lieu of flowers, the family asks that any charitable donations be made to the Canadian Cancer Society (https://cancer.ca/en).

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  • August 17, 2025

    Tami Buss

    Mrs. Thiessen, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. I remember Mr. Thiessen for his jovial laugh and constant smile. At a young age I had witnessed his jovial nature first hand when he worked for Leduc Police, he gave my kindergartener class a tour of the police station and he locked us students in the jail cell momentarily. May you all find comfort in your memories. Tami (nee: Page) Buss

  • August 09, 2025

    Glen

    Had the pleasure working with Jake while he was police chief at Castor Alta I was a young RCMP stationed at Coronation Alta we were great friends rest in peace Glen

  • August 08, 2025

    Chubay Randy

    I have a great memory of my Uncle Jake taking me out in his police cruiser when I was a child. I loved his stories and I think he made the world a better place. I wish the best for the Thiessen family and I know that his memory will live on. Randy Chubay

  • August 07, 2025

    Dwayne Matier

    Condolences to the family. Jake was a good man.

  • August 07, 2025

    Steve Kulmatycki

    Very sorry to read this. Wishing all the Thiessen my sincere condolences.

  • August 07, 2025

    Leslie Bouck

    Condolences to Sophie and family. Robert worked at Union Tractor when you did Sophie. We always enjoyed Jake when we met him. We would see him here in Silver Valley once in a while when he was out this way. Leslie and Robert Bouck

  • August 07, 2025

    Esther Stierle

    My deepest condolences Sophie and family

  • August 07, 2025

    Barb Burroughs

    Very sorry for your loss

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