Harry Kehler passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Thursday He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years Harry was predeceased by his parents Martin and Helena and siblings Peter Harry and Norma owned the Sunset Motel in Steinbach from 1968 to 1970 They moved to Winnipeg in 1971 where Harry was a driver for Perths Dry Cleaners Harry partnered up with Mitch Oaks in March 1975 and opened up a Minute Muffler Shop that they operated for 50 years Harry retired in 1999 and he and Norma moved back to Steinbach Enjoy life to the fullest was Harry’s motto He loved snowmobiling and quadding in his younger years The past 10 years he enjoyed making trails out at the “shak” and riding around in his side by side He built his and Normas first home in Steinbach and also built Pearl and Hanks first home Harry was passionate about hockey from the day he strapped on his first pair of skates and put a stick on the ice He played serious hockey in his youth and was given the nickname “Flash” due to his speed and agility Harry was a hockey fan all of his life and sports channels were ever so important This last season with the Jets was a fitting end for such a faithful fan Harry had a zest for life and a great sense of humour he was able to keep positive and make light the journey with a joke here and a little smile there At the end of his life Harry was at peace with the Lord We are confident that he now awaits us all in paradise Special thanks to the Palliative Care Team and the staff at Bethesda Regional Health Centre The funeral service will be held on Saturday The City of Steinbach is advising residents that the Public Works Department is currently out sweeping streets and patching potholes on City roads formed by the spring melt City officials say that while frost continues to rise to the surface this spring muddier and uneven conditions are still expected along gravel roads It is also noted that boulevard cleaning will begin soon as drier weather conditions are required for proper care Residents are reminded to visit steinbach.ca for information regarding who to contact for reporting a pothole or getting in touch with the Public Works Department.