Obituaries

JAECKEL, Horst Franz

Dec 3, 1934- April 4, 2018

A pioneer at heart, fearlessly pursuing life and countless adventures, Horst embarked on his final journey at the age of 83 on April 4, 2018 to return peacefully home to his loving Heavenly Father.
He is survived by his amazing wife Hilla of 59 years; daughter Birgit and her partner Daniel; son Martin and his wife Stacey and his 3 grandchildren Adam, Elle and Avery.
Horst loved music, nature, animals, cooking, photography, tennis, gymnastics, competitive and leasure skiing, ski jumping and fixing gizmos and gadgets of all types. Nothing was impossible to resurrect.
His curiousity and passion in creating a better way to do things led to many cool inventions. The good folks at Dragon

Link: www.springfieldfuneralhome.com

Condolence Messages

Apr 24, 2018
I'm sorry to hear about your loss, Hilla. My recollection of Horst is of meeting him when I came to "Hilla's Beauty Farm" in Oyama. It was obvious to me that you had a beautiful relationship.

Peace be with you.

Anne Nightingale
Apr 19, 2018
Dear Hilla,

I am so sorry to hear of Horst's passing. He was such a kind and clever man and such a great hiker and skier. Remember the West Coast Trail?

Hilla, hugs to you and the family and my thoughts are with you at this time.

Moira
Apr 16, 2018
Dear Hilla and family,

We were very sad when you left Oyama so many years ago as you were wonderful neighbors. We always enjoyed seeing what Horst was working on as he was always busy. our thoughts are with you at this sad time. Karen and Neale Stead
Apr 14, 2018
Dear Hilla & Family, so sorry to hear of Horst's passing. Our heartfelt condolences. So good to have known him. Our Prayers are with you.

Lots of Love.

Joe & Nellie Ooyevaar.
Apr 12, 2018
Dear Hilla, Birgit, Martin and Family,

Thank you Birgit for the beautiful tribute to your Dad, it's a wonderful story.

Sending our love and warmest hugs,

Linda & Glen
Apr 11, 2018
Dear Hilla

I am so sorry to hear of Horst's passing. He was such a kind and clever man. I know that you will miss him terribly. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Condolences to you and your family.

Love, Carol Gavin
Apr 11, 2018
Dearest Hilla,

My heart goes out to you and your family. Please accept my sincere condolences and know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Much love,

Shirley Marshall
Apr 11, 2018
Hilla and Family,

So sorry for your loss. May you all find the strength to get through these most difficult days, weeks and months ahead. My heart goes out to you all with loving thoughts and prayers.

Marie Raeburn
Apr 10, 2018
Dear Hilla and family,

I am sad to hear of Horst's passing. I hope that the memories of your life together will help to overcome the sadness you feel at this time.

Giving you Hilla a warm hug.

Josie
Apr 10, 2018
Dear Hilla and family,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Horst. What wonderful memories you have shared together. You're in my thoughts and prayers. God bless.

Sandy Zimmermann.
Apr 09, 2018
Dearest Hilla and family.

My heart goes out to you all. May you find comfort in all your memories and peace in your hearts.

Many hugs and lots of love,

Carmen Nadon
Apr 09, 2018
Dear Hilla, Birgit and Martin,

I am so sad for your loss. Horst was an amazing man and I feel so privileged that I was able to know him and call him my friend.

He will be missed.

Susan