Anton "Tony" Kiefer

It is with great sadness that the family announces the peaceful passing of Anton “Tony” Kiefer, 96 years, at Humboldt District Hospital on Saturday, April 11, 2026.  Tony was born on September 10, 1929, in the St. Gregor District to Karl and Katherine (nee Muyres) Kiefer, the fifth child in the family of seven.  He obtained all his education in St. Gregor and was fortunate to obtain a grade 10 education.  Tony then began working in lumber camps in BC where he began his love for carpentry. 

Tony found the love of his life 6 km away; Theresa Nienaber.  Every Sunday he would ride his pedal bike from St. Gregor to Annaheim to go and see Theresa.  They were wed on September 7, 1954, at St. Ann’s Roman Catholic Church in Annaheim.  They began their life together by purchasing some land south of St. Gregor where they built a new home and began a mixed farm. They were blessed with five children.  Everyone helped on the farm with all types of chores including picking rocks which seemed to be the most common activity.  Tony’s love for carpentry continued - he loved woodworking.  Every piece he created was done meticulously to perfection.

In 1968, Tony and Theresa decided to move their family and home to Annaheim.  Tony then began employment with the RM of St. Peter’s, then later became a labourer at Doepker’s Industries, a career he had for 25 years.

In 2007, Tony and Theresa retired to Humboldt.  They were very blessed to have great neighbours which included long visits and many laughs.

Tony was able to continue to create beautiful items made from wood in his workshop.  He also enjoyed rug hooking and made sure every family member had at least one rug in remembrance of him.  

For relaxation Tony enjoyed setting puzzles together which included having a well stocked supply of treats by his side, that he would also share with everyone.  They were fortunate to have many memorable trips to Germany, Alaska, the east coast, and many yearly trips to the USA to visit family.

Tony had an abundance of love for Theresa, his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren which was very genuine.   He was excited to have a great-great granddaughter born two months ago.  He was very proud of the new title “Great-great grandpa.”   The legacy continues!

Tony will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his wife of 71 years:

THERESA Kiefer of Humboldt; five children, 12 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren and one great-great granddaughter;

FLORENCE (Rick) Schreiner and family:

Lori Newberry and children Payge Newberry, Brianna (Jason) Struck, and daughter Alexandra Florence, and Jacob Newberry

Bradley (Jaime) Schreiner and children Grace Schreiner and Hannah Schreiner

Bryan (Cheryl) Schreiner and children Rhys Schreiner and Gemma Schreiner;

KAREN (Barry) Kramer and family:

Bryce (Melanie) Kramer and children Heidi Kramer and Ashton Kramer

Toni (Aaron) Wirll and daughter Leah Wirll;

KATHLEEN (Warren) Gerwing and family:

Terra (Shane) Dyky and children Reese Dyky and Grayson Dyky

Andrea (Ryley) Anderson and family:  Mikiya Anderson, Ayla Anderson, and Harlow Anderson;

Kyle (Danya) Gerwing;

VIRGIL (Kim) Kiefer and family:

Dustin (Teegan) Riley and daughter Quinn Riley

ALAN (Janet) Kiefer and family:

Gerard (Amanda) Kiefer and children Gage Kiefer and Keyla Kiefer

Amy (Mark) Koot and children Henry Koot, Addison Koot, and Eddie Koot,

Dallas Avery (Michael) Kiefer.

Tony is also survived by his brother Martin (Dora) Kiefer and sister Mary Corniere (Benji); and by Theresa’s family: Elizabeth Moellenbeck, Mary Moellenbeck, Alfred (Mary Ann) Nienaber, Eileen Nienaber, Martha (Leonard) Nordick and Sharon Nienaber.

Tony was predeceased by his parents Karl and Katherine Kiefer; parents - in – law Joseph and Johanna Nienaber; siblings Joseph (Anna) Kiefer, Carl (Delores) Kiefer, and Katie (Clem) Niekamp, and by Theresa’s family: Tony Nienaber, Francis Nienaber, Herman Nienaber, Arnold Moellenbeck, and Lawrence Moellenbeck.  

The Funeral Mass for Tony was held on Friday, May 8, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. from St. Augustine Roman Catholic Church, Humboldt, celebrated by Fr. Colin Roy. Interment will be held at a later date in the St. Gregory Roman Catholic Cemetery.  Memorial donations in memory of Tony can be directed to Humboldt District Health Foundation: Heliport Campaign, St. Mary’s Villa Foundation: New Building Fund, or St. Gregory Cemetery Upkeep.