Obituary of Christel Kordus

Christel Kordus passed away at the Assiniboia Union Hospital on October 8, 2025 at the age 82 years. She was born in Berlin, Germany, on April 10, 1943. Christel was the second child of Fritz and Gerda Constantin, younger sister to brother Dieter. She met the love of her life, Peter, in a staircase of the office building where she worked as a tailor’s apprentice, a meeting that began a lifelong partnership. At the time, she worked with Peter’s father, who was a tailor, and her own love for sewing led her to complete three years of training as a dressmaker.

Christel and Peter were married on March 19, 1965, in a Berlin courthouse, celebrating afterward at her father’s home. She sewed her own wedding dress and wore her hair in the elegant style of Grace Kelly.

Their son, Michael, was born shortly after, and in 1968 the young family immigrated to Canada, settling first in Stoughton, SK where they worked at a bakery. After a few years, they moved to Montmartre, getting involved with the building of an abattoir. Christel worked as a meat wrapper while continuing to sew for others. Michael attended and graduated from school in Montmartre before the family later moved to Assiniboia.

In Assiniboia, Christel set up a sewing studio in their basement, creating everything from wedding gowns and bridesmaid dresses to suits and alterations. Her skill and precision made her an exceptional seamstress, admired by many.

Christel and Peter shared a love of travel and adventure. During their engagement, they toured parts of Europe, and later, with Michael, visited Germany and Denmark. Over the years, they enjoyed many fishing trips, to northern Saskatchewan, the upper United States, Oregon, Nova Scotia, and a few trips back to Germany. A visit to Pearl Harbor was among their memorable travels, as was a trip to Tofino made unforgettable when Christel slipped on the rocks and broke her foot. Christel enjoyed collecting spoons from the many places they visited.

In 2002, they moved to Kelly’s acreage southwest of Assiniboia, where Christel found joy in the peaceful scenery, her animals, gardening, and canning. She loved the solitude, the company of dogs and cats, and the beauty of country life. In April 2020, Christel and Peter decided to move into town, where she enjoyed daily walks, cooking, and puzzles.

In 2022, she began lovingly caring for Poppy, the dog of her dear friend Kim, during the workday, adding to her lifelong fondness for animals, especially her favourite dogs, Roxy and Coco.

Christel and Peter celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary in 2025, a testament to their enduring love and partnership.

Christel is survived by her beloved husband, Peter; her brother, Dieter (England); daughter-in-law, Holly; and granddaughter, Shae. She was predeceased by her cherished son, Michael and her parents.

Her life was a tapestry of love, skill, and quiet strength, each stitch woven with care.