We Remember
VOGT, Harry
April 11, 1935 — October 18, 2023
At the age of 88, on October 18, 2023, Harry Vogt went to be with the Lord with his loving family by his side to send him off.
On April 11, 1935, Harry came into this world in Friedensruh, Fernheim, Paraguay. He spent his foundational years there in the care of his parents, John and Margaret Vogt. When Harry was 18, his family relocated to Canada and settled in Vancouver, BC.
Six years later, in 1959, Harry wed Lydia Dyck, and together they raised three children in the Interior of BC. Harry provided for his family through his proficient carpentry skills.
The predominant passion in his life was devoted to serving God, his family, and his deep affection for music. His accordion not only brought joy to him, but also to his family.
His legacy of sharing the realness of Christ will forever be cherished.
Harry’s spirit has joined those of his four siblings: Hugo, Lilly, Otto, and John. His family continues to thrive: his children, Karen (David) Ehrhardt, Sharon (Denys) Scully, and Mark (Twyla) Vogt; his five grandchildren, Cara (Yohannes), Michelle (Colin), Brianna (Johnathan), Devon, and Lauren; and his eight grandchildren, Hadassah, Ariella, Isabella, Lydia, Jasielle, Justice, Judah, and Elowyn; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
A private service will be held by the family to honour Harry.
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I count myself extremely blessed to have had Harry as my father-in-law. I honour his commitment of faith to the Lord Jesus more than anything. The best of him was a wonderful example to me. He gave me the best wife a man could ever ask for who has many of his best traits. Harry had a simple faith in Christ Jesus, which he tried his best to pass on to his children, grandchildren and others. He helped our family and others in many different ways as we sought to make our way in this world. He could be a very kind, giving and forgiving man. Deep down, however imperfectly (like us all), Harry sought to make other people’s lives and this world a better place. We shared many good and happy times as well as some difficult and troubled times. His last days are an example to me – he is said to have been dearly loved by the staff of Cottonwoods. He was always looking to God for salvation and hope. And he finished with a brave and holy death, a Christian ending. Harry…may God grant you rest eternal with all the saints, and may his light shine perpetually on you.