Honouring the Memory of Our Fellow Members
At the Germania Club of Hamilton, we cherish not only our shared traditions but also the people who have made our community what it is today. This page is dedicated to the memory of club members who are no longer with us — individuals who contributed their time, spirit, and passion to building a strong and vibrant German-Canadian cultural family.
We remember their laughter at festivals, their helping hands at events, and the countless moments of fellowship we shared. Though they may be gone, their legacy lives on in our stories, our celebrations, and in the heart of our club.
Below, we honour the memory of members who have recently passed away, following the most recent memorial service held at Germania Park. May their contributions and friendship be remembered with warmth and gratitude.
Sigfrid Barta
August 30, 1941 – November 2024
Siggy recently joined the Germania Club. He was a member of the SKAT Club. Our sincere condolences go out to his family and his friends at the SKAT Club.
Helga Rausch
September 1, 1940 – November 14, 2024
Helga became a member of the Germania Club in 2022, but previously would attend many club functions with her husband, lifelong Member Thomas. Our sincere condolences to her husband, Thomas, her daughters, Kirn-Karin and Shelley, and their families, as well as the friends of the Germania Club.
Alto Muhlhuber
May 16, 1932 – November 22, 2024
Alto was a Lifelong member of the Germania Club. Our sincere condolences go out to his daughter Liselotte and her
family and his friends of the Germania Club.
Werner Anders
March 22, 1941 – December 19, 2024
Werner was a Lifelong member of the Germania Club and the Fisher & Hunters. Our sincere condolences to his wife Maria, children Werner, Monika and their families and his friends of the Germania Club.
Waltraud Schork
March 5, 1943 – February 21, 2025
As a 15-year member of the Germania Club, an enthusiastic member of the Germania Choir, and founder of the Culture Circle Germania, Waltraud strove to reconnect with her heritage. She also served on the Board. Waltraud was predeceased by her daughter Sunsar. We send our sincere condolences to her brothers, Ray and Will, their families and her daughter, Jasmin and grandson Liam, as well as her friends at the Germania Club.
David Simon
January 18, 1962 – June 4, 2025
David joined the Germania Club in 1991. He became President in 2008 & served as President until 2012. He also held the position of Business Administrator and Treasurer. David was a member of the Germania Choir, Narrhalla ’58 and an Honourary Member. We extend our sincere condolences to his brother, John, and family, as well as his friends, including both the Germania Club and the Germania Choir.
Dietrich Eckert
September 15, 1939 – June 7, 2025
Dieter joined the Germania Club in 1979. Dieter was also an Honourary Member. He was a strong advocate in trying to keep the German Culture alive both within the Germania Club and outside of the Club. We extend our sincere condolences to his wife, Claudia, son Andrew, and family and friends of the Germania Club. , 2025
Jutta Anton
July 4, 1927 – June 28, 2025. Passed away on June 28, 2025, surrounded by family, 6 days before her 98 birthday. Jutta is survived by her sister, Eva, nieces and nephews, daughter, Jutta (Erwin); son, Richard; granddaughter, Elizabeth (Andrew); grandson, Michael (Cat); great-grandchildren, Jaden, Sydney, and Michael. Predeceased by her husband and soulmate, Felix Anton.
Ingrid Venohr
May 3, 1940 – July 4, 2025
Ingrid joined the Germania Club in 1992. She was a member of the Germania Choir and the Frauenverein. We extend our sincere condolences to her husband Ulrich, their children Gwen, Steven, Barbara, David, their families and friends of the Germania Club and Germania Choir.
“Wir vergessen sie nicht.”
(We will not forget them.)