Obituary of Carl Emanuel Foell

Passed away peacefully at Barnswallow Place, Elmira, on Monday, August 5, 2019, at the age of 96 years. Carl Foell was the beloved husband of the late Gwen (Ingram) Foell (2018). Dear father of Doug, Bill and Barb, Brad, and Jeff and Charlotte. Lovingly remembered by his 11 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by a son Don and daughter-in-law Lois, brothers Stan and Robert and a sister Jean (in infancy).

Carl farmed the family farms in Mapleton Township for his entire working life. Along with his passion for farming, Carl had a great love of country music and the Foell Orchestra was an important part of Carl’s life.

Family and friends will be received on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Dreisinger Funeral Home, 62 Arthur St. S., Elmira.  A funeral service will be held on Thursday, August 8, 2019 at 11 a.m. at St. James Lutheran Church, 60 Arthur St. S., Elmira. A reception will follow.

Interment will take place in Glen Allan Cemetery after the reception.

As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Linwood. A special thank you to the caring staff at Barnswallow Place for the love and compassion shown to Carl.