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2015 M1

Maisch, Valera Mae Tiahrt ; . . Mann, Lester LeVon, Jr. ; . . Martens, Edward K. ; . . Martin, Aaron H. ; . . Martin, Ada Z. Martin ; . . Martin, Alice E. ; . . Martin, Allen H. ; . . Martin, Barbara S. Horst ; . . Martin, Brooklyn Adel ; . . Martin, Daniel B. ; . . Martin, David M. ; . . Martin, Deborah Katherine Burton ; . . Martin, Dennis Dale ; . . Martin, Earl M. ; . . Martin, Edna W. Hurst ; . . Martin, Edwin M. ; . . Martin, Elvin M. ; . . Martin, Enos B. ; . . Martin, Esther Horst ; . .Martin, Esther Z. Martin ; . . Martin, Eva Marie ; . . Martin, Gabriel Z. ; . . Martin, Harlan M. ; . . Martin, Janet M. Nolt ; . . Martin, Jeremiah Joel ; . . Martin, Jordan Reiff ; . . Martin, Justin H. ; . . Martin, Lana M. ; . . Martin, Larry R. ; . . Martin, Marian Good ; . . Martin, Marlin Roy "Marty" ; . . Martin, Mary S. Wenger ; . . Martin, Mervin K. ; . . Martin, Mildred S. Bauman ; . . Martin, Minerva Gingrich ; . . Martin, Naomi B. Sauder ; . . Martin, Nelson ; . . Martin, Paul Eby ; . . Martin, Rachel R. Stauffer ; . . Martin, Ray Leslie ; . . Martin, Rosemary Wallace ; . . Martin Roy B. ; . . Martin, Roy W. ; . . Martin, Sara E. Martin ; . . Martin, Silas Sollenberger ; . . Martin, Truman L. ; . .Martin, Vera B. Martin ; . . Martin-Baker, Elmeda B. Martin ; . . Mast, Barbara Ella Beiler ; . . Mast, Hannah Rose ; . . Mast, Linda D. Myers ; . . Mast, Russell L. ; . . Maust, Joseph J. ; . . Mellinger, Mabel N. Nolt ; . . Mendel, Gladys Angeline Hofer ; . . Metzler, Mae S. Martin Schneider ; . . Meyer, Doris Jean Eigsti ; . .

Maisch, Valera Mae Tiahrt, 97, of Aberdeen, Idaho; later years in Parachute, Colorado, died September 11, 2015 at Rifle, Colorado. She was born May 24, 1918 at Aberdeen, Bingham Co., Idaho to Henry and Nettie Tiahrt. In November 1939 at Aberdeen she was married to Fred Maisch, who is deceased.

Surviving are children, Roger, Sue Maisch (Jim Seibert), David (Jeannie), and Judith Shackelford; seven grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and a sister, Joyce Voshell.

A daughter, Mary Ann Jessup, a sister, Betty Lou and a brother, Kenneth preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held September 17, 2015 at First Mennonite Church, Aberdeen, Idaho with burial in Homestead Cemetery, Aberdeen,Idaho.

Submitted by: Anne Hege, Aberdeen, ID
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Mann, Lester LeVon, Jr.
May 10, 1933 - Sept. 11, 2015

FREEPORT, Ill. - Beloved physician Lester LeVon Mann Jr., born May 10, 1933, succumbed to a multitude of health issues at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester, Minn., Friday, Sept. 11, at age 82. He greatly enjoyed his career in medicine: first in family practice, then pediatrics, followed by emergency medicine and medical missions. His years spent working in Zambia, Africa, were the most fulfilling and challenging for him.

He was the most beloved husband of Leota (Lee) Shrock Mann, celebrating 60 years of marriage Aug. 28, 2015.

He was humbly proud of his four children, Karen (Bruce) Harbach, Brent (Kathy, deceased) Mann, Gail (Byron) Shetler and Janine (Lyle) Hawkinson; and honorary children, Ravi and Esther Sandhyapagu. His grandchildren and great-grandchildren and their interests were very important to him, Katie (Jeremy) Schulz (Zane and Dexter), Douglas Harbach, Leanne Harbach, Ryan Mann, Andrea Mann, Lavonne Shetler, Jacob Shetler, Anna Shetler, Kenneth Hawkinson (Riley), Sara Hawkinson (Cayden); and honorary grandchildren, Ron and Mighty Sandhyapagu.

He graduated from Jefferson High School in Goshen, Ind.; Goshen College; St. Louis University School of Medicine, receiving his pediatric residency at University of Wisconsin School of Medicine.

He excelled in basketball in high school and college. In 2002, he was inducted into the Elkhart County (Ind.) Sports Hall of Fame for scoring 34 points in a single tournament game in 1951.

His faith guided every aspect of his life. He was a member of Freeport Mennonite Church, where he taught Sunday school for many years. Music - especially vocal music - was another special interest, singing with the Monroe Men's Chorus and the Freeport Choral Society.

He served as team physician for Freeport Sr. High basketball and football teams for many years.

He also is survived by one brother, Dean Mann.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lester and Leona Mann; stepmother Elsie Mann; and brothers Derald Mann and David Mann.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Brethren in Christ World Mission (Grantham USA) Office, 431 Grantham Road, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 or www.bic-church.org; or St. Louis University School of Medicine Scholarship fund (University Development, One N. Grand Blvd, DuBourg Hall, Room 319, St. Louis, MO 63103 or www.giving.slu.edu).

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15, at Freeport Mennonite Church, 3416 E. Brick School Road, Freeport. There also will be a visitation from 10 a.m. to the 11 a.m. memorial service Wednesday, Sept. 16, at the church. Family burial will be prior to the memorial service.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Sept. 13, 2015
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Mann, Lester LeVon, 82, of Freeport, IL died September 11, 2015 at Mayo Clinic - St. Mary's Hospital, Rochester, MN from a multitude of health issues. He was born May 10, 1933 in Elkhart Co., IN to Lester LeVon and Leona (Miller) Mann. On August 28, 1955 at Eighth Street Mennonite Church, Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN, he was married to Leota E. Shrock, who was born December 3, 1933 and survives.

Surviving are children, Karen (Bruce) Harbach; Brent (Kathy,deceased) Mann; Gail (Byron) Shetler; and Janine (Lyle) Hawkinson; ten grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and a brother, Dean Mann.

Two brothers, Derald Mann and David Mann preceded him in death.

LeVon's faith guided every aspect of his life. He was a member of the Freeport Mennonite Church where he taught Sunday school for many years. He greatly enjoyed his career in medicine: first in Family Practice, then Pediatrics, followed by Emergency Medicine and medical missions. His years spent working in Zambia, Africa with Brethren in Christ World Missions were the most fulfilling and challenging for him. He graduated from Jefferson High School in Goshen, Indiana; Goshen College; St. Louis University School of Medicine; receiving his Pediatric residency at University of Wisconsin School of Medicine.
He excelled in basketball in high school and college. In 2002 he was inducted into the Elkhart County Sports Hall of Fame, Indiana for scoring 34 points in a single tournament game in 1951.

Memorial services were held September 16, 2015 at Freeport Mennonite Church, Freeport, Stephenson Co., IL with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Gail A. Shetler, Goshen, IN
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Martens, Edward K., 96, of Inman, McPherson Co., KS died January 27, 2015 at Pleasant View Home, Inman, KS. He was born November 6 1918 in McPherson County, KS to Gerhard and Mary (Klassen) Martens. On August 15,1942 he was married to Billie Jean Schroll, who was born February 24, 1922 and died March 3, 2009.

Four brothers and six sisters preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held January 30, 2015 at Bethel Mennonite Church, Inman, KS with burial in North Inman Cemetery, Inman, KS.

Submitted by: Kim Pankratz, Inman, KS
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Martin, Aaron H., 82, of Denver, died Thursday, September 3, 2015 after a lengthy illness at Ephrata Manor.

Born in New Holland, he was the son of the late Menno and Elizabeth (Hoover) Martin. He would have been married 61 years on Sept. 16 to Dorothy M. (Zimmerman) Martin.

Aaron was a farrier and a horse trainer most of his life. He was a member of the Muddy Creek Mennonite Church, Groffdale Conference.

Surviving in addition to his wife is a son, David, married to Carol (Oberholtzer) Martin of Mount Joy; a daughter, Lisa Martin of Denver; two grandchildren, Michael and Lucretia Martin; a sister, Anna, married to Rueben Ringler of Denver; and a brother, Noah Martin of New Holland.

Preceding him in death are eight brothers, Benjamin, Harry, David, Menno, Daniel, Amos, Allen, and Adam Martin; and three sisters, Hettie Ann Burkholder, Katie Burkholder, and Elizabeth Zimmerman.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, September 11 at 8:30 am at the home of Anna and Erwin Newswanger, 1944 Kramer Mill Road, Denver, with further services at 9 am at the Muddy Creek Mennonite Church with the Bishop Titus Martin officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing will be held on Thursday at the home of Anna and Erwin Newswanger from 2-4 and 6-8 pm. Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill.

Intelligencer Journal - 9/5/2015
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Ada Z. Martin, 95, of 756 Gehman School Road, Denver, died Monday, August 3, 2015 of natural causes at the home of her daughter, Marian.

Born in Blue Ball, she was the daughter of the late Ivan and Magdalena (Zimmerman) Martin. Her husband, Eli M. Martin, died Nov. 5, 2007.

She was a homemaker and a member of the Muddy Creek Mennonite Church, Groffdale Conference.

Surviving are 9 sons, Allen, married to Anna (Reiff) Martin of Mifflinburg, Edwin, married to Sara (Brubacher) Martin of Shippensburg, Eli James, married to Lydia (Zeiset) Martin of Penn Yan, NY, Lewis Martin of Denver, Aaron, married to Eva (Burkholder) Martin of Penn Yan, NY, David, married to Emma Sue (Oberholtzer) Martin of New Holland, Stephen, married to Mary (Leid) Martin of Denver, Elvin, married to Pauline (Weaver) Martin of Stanley, NY, and Michael, married to Mary Ann (Burkholder) Martin of Charles City, IA; six daughters, Mabel, married to Martin Hurst of Lime Springs, IA, Esther, married to Luke Weaver of Fleetwood, Anna, married to Samuel Shirk of Fleetwood, Ada, married to Noah Martin of Penn Yan, NY, Marian, married to Phares Hurst of Narvon, and Grace Martin of Morgantown; 91 grandchildren; 220 great grandchildren; 7 great-great grandchildren; three sisters, Lena Martin of New Holland, Katie, married to Edwin Nolt of Brownstown, and Esther Hoover of Brownstown; one brother, Amos, married to Esther (Newswanger) Martin of Blue Ball; and four sisters-in-law, Annie Martin of Elkhart, IN, Barbara Martin of East Earl, Mary Martin of Ephrata, and Frances Martin of East Earl.

Preceding her in death is a son, John Ivan Martin; two grandchildren; three great grandchildren; four brothers, Aaron Z., Paul Z., Harvey Z., and Ivan Z. Martin; and two sisters, Emma Martin, and Anna Reiff.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, August 10, at 9 a.m. at the late home with further services at 9:30 a.m. at the Muddy Creek Mennonite Church, 521 S. Muddy Creek Road, Denver, with the Bishop Titus Martin officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing will be held at the late home on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill

Intelligencer Journal - 8/4/2015
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Alice E., 90, of Ephrata, formerly of Leola, died Tuesday, March 10, 2015 at Fairmount Homes, Ephrata, after a lengthy illness.

Born in East Earl Twp., she was the daughter of the late Harvey H. and Margaret (Esbenshade) Martin.

Alice worked as a domestic housekeeper for various households in the area.

She was a member of Weaverland Mennonite Church.

Surviving are two brothers, Elmer E., married to Grace (Weaver) Martin of Blue Ball, and Carl E., married to Arlene (Snader) Martin of New Holland; a sister-in-law, Mildred (Weaver) Martin of East Earl; and nine nieces and nephews, whom she enjoyed so much.

Preceding her in death is a brother, LeRoy E. Martin.

The family wishes to extend their appreciation to the staff at Fairmount Homes for the wonderful help given to Alice over the years.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 13, at 10 AM at Fairmount Homes Wheat Ridge Chapel, 333 Wheat Ridge Dr., Ephrata with the Reverend C. Kenneth Martin and the Reverend Clair Martin officiating. Private interment will be held at the convenience of the family at Goodville Mennonite Cemetery. Viewing will be held on Friday at Fairmount Homes from 9 - 10 AM. Arrangements by Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland.

Intelligencer Journal - 3/11/2015
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Allen H., 84, of 1944 Kramer Mill Rd., Denver, died Thursday, September 3, 2015 at the home of his daughter Minerva. His wife, Katie (Burkholder) Martin, preceded him in death in 2006. Born in New Holland, he was the son of the late Menno and Elizabeth (Hoover) Martin. He was a farmer and a member of the Muddy Creek Mennonite Church.

Surviving are six children: Melvin (Norene) Martin, Leola, Irvin (Lucy) Martin, Versailles, MO, Anna (Erwin) Newswanger, Denver, Allen (Ellen) Martin, Stanley, NY, Minerva (Leroy) Hoover, Denver, Irene (Wilmer) Zimmerman, Stanley, NY, 43 grandchildren, 135 great-grandchildren, three siblings: Anna (Rueben) Ringler, Denver, Noah Martin, New Holland, Aaron (Dorothy) Martin, Denver.

He was preceded in death by four grandchildren, a great-granddaughter, and 10 siblings: Benjamin, Harry, David, Menno, Daniel, Amos, Adam Martin, Hettie Ann Burkholder, Katie Burkholder, and Elizabeth Zimmerman.

His funeral will be held on Friday, September 11, 2015 at 8:30 a.m. at his late home with further services at 9 a.m. at Muddy Creek Mennonite Church with Bishop Titus Martin officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery. A viewing will be held at his late home on Thursday from 2 - 4 p.m. and 6 - 8 p.m. Kindly omit flowers. The Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill is in charge of arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 9/4/2015
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Barbara S. Horst, 90, of 1248 Sheep Hill Road, East Earl, died Saturday, August 15, 2015 at her home. Born in East Earl Twp., she was the daughter of the late Phares M. and Ada (Shirk) Horst. Her husband, Ivan Z. Martin, died Oct. 23, 2010. Barbara was a homemaker and a member of the Weaverland Mennonite Church, Groffdale Conference.

Surviving are five sons, four daughters, and two daughters-in-law, Harvey H., married to Ruth (Leinbach) Martin of East Earl, Aaron H., married to Verna (Shirk) Martin of Lewisburg, Ivan H., married to Mary Kathryn (Nolt) Martin of New Holland, Louella, married to Nelson Martin of New Holland, Mary H., married to Raymond Nolt of New Holland, Eva H., married to Reuben Zimmerman of Shippensburg, Grace Martin of Saskatchewan, Canada, Esther H., married to John Henry Weaver of Penn Yan, NY, Lawrence H., married to Ruth (Mack) Martin of Paraguay, South America, Ervin H., married to Eva (Martin) Martin, and Ruth Ann, married to David Horst of Narvon; 69 grandchildren; 191 great grandchildren; and two sisters, Emma Martin and Minnie Rissler of Stevens.

Preceding her in death are two sons, Norman H. and Alvin H. Martin; two grandchildren, Cheryl Martin and Joshua Martin; three great grandchildren; and a brother, Henry S. Horst.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, Aug. 21 at 9 AM at the late home with further services at 9:30 AM at Weaverland Mennonite Church with the Bishop Titus Martin officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing will be held at the late home on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill.

Intelligencer Journal - 8/17/2015
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Brooklyn Adel

MIFFLINBURG - Brooklyn Adel Martin, daughter of Nevin R. and Joyce Z. (Weaver) Martin, of 1430 Pleasant Grove Road, was born silently at 9:10 a.m. Sunday, March 22, 2015, at Evangelical Community Hospital, Lewisburg.

Surviving in addition to her parents are one sister, Karina Bryn Martin; paternal grandparents, Rufus B. and Vera F. Martin, of Mifflinburg; maternal grandparents, Floyd Z. and Esther R. Weaver, of Lewisburg; paternal great-grandparents, Rufus N. and Katie H. Martin, of Mifflinburg, and John M. and Alice L. Rissler, of Leola; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

A graveside service will be conducted at 10 a.m. Tuesday in Mountain View Mennonite Church Cemetery, Millmont, with Jonathan S. Martin, officiating. Arrangements are under the care of the Dominick T. Adamo Funeral Home, 247 Chestnut St., Mifflinburg.

Sunbury Daily Item - 3/23/2015
Sunbury, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Daniel B., 60, of Ephrata, passed away on Monday, November 9, 2015, at his residence in New Holland.

He was born in Cocalico to the late Willis and Martha (Brubacher) Martin.

Daniel worked as a store clerk for Key-Aid in Ephrata.

Daniel is survived by 10 siblings, Edna B. Martin, Aaron B., husband of Ada (Stauffer) Martin, Lena B., wife of John D. Martin, Elsie B., wife of Caleb Stauffer, Willis B., husband of Julie (Stauffer) Martin, Verna B. Martin, Ruth B. Martin, Alvin B., husband of Elaine (Weaver) Martin, all of Ephrata; Ray B., husband of Rachel (Brubacher) Martin of Indiana; Irene B., wife of Melvin Stauffer of Homer City and numerous nieces and nephews.

A viewing will be held on Thursday, November 12, 2015, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., at the late residence, 335 E. Farmersville Rd., Ephrata. Funeral services will be held on Friday, November 13, 2015, at 8:15 a.m. at the late residence, with further services at 9 a.m., from the Stauffer Mennonite Church, East Division Highway, Ephrata. Interment will follow at the adjoining Church Cemetery.

Kindly omit flowers.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.

Intelligencer Journal - 11/10/2015
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, David M., 56, of 548 Overlys Grove Road, New Holland, went to meet his Lord and Saviour on Tuesday, December 15, 2015 after a struggle with brain tumors since 2003.

Born on January 6, 1959, in Denver, he was the son of the late Eli and Ada (Martin) Martin. He was married 34 years on March 19 to Emma Sue (Oberholtzer) Martin.

David was a farmer, an avid gardener, and a member of the New Holland Mennonite Church, Groffdale Conference.

Surviving in addition to his wife are 8 children, Phillip Lamar of Lewisburg, Peter Lavern at home, David Allen of New Holland, Sarah Elaine at home, Eli Wayne of New Holland, Emily Ruth, Dwight Anthony, and Andrew James all at home; 8 brothers, Allen and Anna Martin of Mifflinburg, Edwin and Sarah Martin of Shippensburg, Lewis Martin of Denver, James and Lydia Martin, Aaron and Eva Martin, Elvin and Pauline Martin all of New York, Stephen and Mary Martin of Denver, and Michael and Mary Ann Martin of Iowa; 6 sisters, Mabel and Martin Hurst of Iowa, Esther and Luke Weaver, Anna and Sam Shirk both of Fleetwood, Ada and Noah Martin of New York, Marion and Phares Hurst of Narvon, and Grace Martin of Morgantown.

Preceding him in death is an infant daughter, Laura Martin; and a brother, John Ivan Martin.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, Dec. 18 at 8:30 am at the late home with further services at 9 am at the New Holland Mennonite Church with the Bishop Titus H. Martin officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing will be held at the late home on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 pm. Arrangements by Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland.

Intelligencer Journal - 12/16/2015
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Deborah Katherine Burton, 62, of Hopedale, IL died December 23, 2015 at the same place. She was born May 28, 1953 at Clinton, IL to Robert M. and Katherine (Leevey) Burton.

Surviving are one daughter, Amanda Beth Martin and two brothers, Duane Burton and Charles Burton.

A brother, Robert Burton and a sister, Jeannine Dial preceded her in death.

She graduated from Midstate College in 1974. Deborah was a homemaker. She was a secretary at the Calvary Baptist Church in Tremont and worked in housekeeping at Hopedale Medical Complex. She loved her home, housecleaning and decorating.

Memorial services were held December 29, 2015 at Davis-Oswald Funeral Home, Hopedale, IL with burial in Memorial Park Cemetery, Clinton, IL.

Submitted by: Mary Lee Springer, Hopedale, IL
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Martin, Dennis Dale
March 5, 1952 - Oct. 26, 2015

EVANSTON, Ill. - Dennis Dale Martin, 63, son of Dale Ernest Martin and Sylvia Ethel Schrock Martin, was born March 5, 1952, in Elkhart. He died of heart failure at Evanston (Ill.) Hospital on Monday, Oct. 26.

He graduated from Bethany Christian High School, completed a BA degree in history at Wheaton (Ill.) College, and earned MA and Ph.D. degrees in history at the University of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada.

He married Carol Ann Nearpass, daughter of Walter L. and Helen C. Nearpass, May 3, 1980, in Rutherford, N.J. She survives, along with two brothers, Gary E. (Patricia) of Goshen and Stanley W. (Julie) of Bonners Ferry, Idaho.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Dale (Aug. 11, 2003), and Sylvia (Jan. 16, 2013); and a brother, L. Brian (Sue), May 10, 1998.

Dennis was associate professor of theology at Loyola University, Chicago. Prior to coming to Loyola in 1991, he was assistant professor of church history at Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary. Published works include "Fifteenth-Century Carthusian Reform" (Brill, 1992) and "Carthusian Spirituality" (Paulist, 1997), translations of books by Hans Urs von Balthasar and Heiko A. Oberman, and numerous articles. He was known by students for his passion for and thorough knowledge of subject matter. He enjoyed nature, woodworking, music and stamp collecting.

A memorial service was Nov. 1 at St. John Cantius Church, Chicago, where he was a member. He will be remembered as the bell is tolled at Anabaptist Mennonite Biblical Seminary at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24. His ashes will be interred in Yellow Creek Mennonite Cemetery.

Memorials can be sent to The Lumen Christi Institute, 1220 E. 58th St., Chicago, IL 60637.

Yoder-Culp Funeral Home is in charge of local arrangements.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Nov. 8, 2015
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Martin, Earl M., 84 of Floradale, Ont. Died February 8, 2015 at Grand River Hospital, He was the son of Alvin S. and Leah (Martin) Martin and the beloved husband for 59 years of Lorene Martin of Floradale.

Survived by his wife and children, Keith (Audrey) of Cobden, Kenneth (Clara) of Cobden, Douglas (Margaret) of Moorefield, Duane (Carol) of Elmira, Susan (Merle) Bauman of Listowel, and Jayne (Gary) Martin of Arthur. Grandfather of 32 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren. Brother of Leona Weber of Winterbourne, Vera (Clare) Martin of Floradale, and Alice Frey of Floradale.

Predeceased by his parents Alvin S. and Leah (Martin) Martin, a brother Abner in infancy, two brothers-in-law Herman Weber and Abner Frey, and a great-grandson Sheldon Bauman.

A family service will be held at Parkview Manor, Floradale, on Wednesday, February 11, 2015 at 9 a.m., then to North Woolwich Mennonite Meeting House for burial and public servicent.,

Source: Dreisinger Funeral Home, Elmira, Ont
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Martin, Edna W. Hurst, beloved mother and dear friend, passed away September 9, 2015 at the age of 81 years and three days.

Edna was born September 6, 1934 in Ephrata, Pennsylvania. She and her late husband, Leon M. Martin, raised a family of five children, and owned a local roofing business. She was a fulltime homemaker who loved to garden, quilt, can, cook and bake. Most of all, she loved her children and dedicated her life to caring for them. She also made many meals for friends and people in need.

Edna is survived by her children, Leonard married to Linda Martin, Lawrence married to Darlene Martin, Lamar Martin, and Lisa married to Wesley Graham; grandchildren, Nathan married to Samantha Kulp, Tyler Kulp, Larissa married to Eric Kreiser, Megan Kulp, Joshua Martin, Abigail Martin, Hudson Graham and Isaac Graham; great-granddaughter, Samantha Kulp; son-in-law, David Kulp; siblings, Phares Hurst Sr., Amos married to Martha Hurst, Lizzie married to Titus Weaver, Lydia married to Paul Nolt.

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Laraine Kulp; and son, Lee Isaac Martin; siblings, Reuben Hurst, Isaac Hurst, Aaron Hurst, Annie Nolt, Frances Hurst.

Edna supported many missionary and charity works. Her heart, however, always went out to hurting children. In lieu of flowers, please send memorial contributions in her memory to an orphanage she strongly supported: HOINA, PO Box 636, Brownstown, PA 17508-0636.

A memorial service will be held in Edna's honor on Monday, Sept. 14, 2015 at the Worship Center, 2384 New Holland Pike, Lancaster. Visitation is at 10:00 a.m. followed by the memorial service at 11:00 a.m. Furman's - Leola

Intelligencer Journal - 9/11/2015
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Edwin M., 74, of Holtwood, PA. died May 16, 2015 at his home. He was born 1941 in New Holland, he was the son of the late Edwin S. and Elizabeth W. (Martin) Martin. His wife of 53 years, Etta Z. (Burkholder) Martin, survives. Edwin was a member of Fairmount Mennonite Church.

Survived by his wife and six children: Marvin married to Marlene (Zimmerman) Martin, Cato, NY, Rosanne married to Clifford Horst, Loysville, Loretta married to Robert Zimmerman, New Providence, Edwin Eugene Martin, Cherry Creek, SC, Noah Lee married to Kathy (Byler) Martin, Lee Center, NY, Seth Troy married to April (Brackbill) Martin, Holtwood, 23 grandchildren, two great-grandsons, seven siblings: John Martin, Denver, Elizabeth married to Amos Nolt, Peach Bottom, Paul married to Susan Martin, Stevens, Florence married to Harry Mast, Broadway, VA, Elvin married to Lois Martin, Lititz, Lydia married to Edward Good, Ephrata, Anna married to Ivan Weaver, Barnett, MO and a sister-in-law Lorraine widow of Samuel Martin, Lititz.

In addition to his brother, he was preceded in death by a sister Eva Martin and two grandsons, Joel Martin and Laurence Horst.

His funeral was May 22, 2015 at the Little Britain Fellowship Center with further services at 10 a.m. at Fairmount Mennonite Church with Bishop Jeremiah Sensenig, Bishop Curvin Zimmerman, Clair Hurst, Paul Newswanger and Marlin Zimmerman officiating. Interment was in the adjoining church cemetery.

Source: The Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland, PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Martin, Elvin M., 73, of Lebanon, passed away on Monday, August 3, 2015, at Good Samaritan Hospital, as the result of stroke suffered on Saturday.

He was born in West Earl Township to the late H. Landis and Anna (Martin) Martin.

Elvin was a member of Lime Rock Mennonite Church, Weaverland Conference.

He is survived by his siblings, Harlan, husband of Emma (Nolt) Martin of Lititz, Vera, wife of John Nolt of Lititz, Edna, wife of Amos Martin of Stevens, Earl, husband of Barbara (Weaver) Martin of Lebanon, Wilmer, husband of Elaine (Rohrer) Martin of Lititz, Miriam Martin of Denver, Raymond, husband of Mabel (Rutt) Martin of Lititz, Laverne, wife of John Fox of Denver, Norma Martin of Willow Street, Anna Mae, wife of Elvin Hoover of Reinholds, Erla, wife of Merle Martin of Lititz; a sister-in-law, Eva Jane (Stauffer) Martin of Newmanstown and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, J. Elam Martin.

A viewing will be held on Wednesday, August 5, from 5 to 8 p.m., at Midway Mennonite Reception Center, 210 E. Lexington Rd., Lititz. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, August 6, at 9 a.m., at Midway Mennonite Reception Center, with further services at 9:30 from the Lime Rock Mennonite Church, 99 Penn Valley Road, Lititz. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery. Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.

Intelligencer Journal - 8/4/2015
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Enos B., 91, of Emira, Ont., died February 8, 2015, son of Seth and Elizabeth (Bauman) Martin

Survived by his 2nd wife Barbara and is remembered by many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his first wife Elvina (Brubacher) Martin, parents Seth and Elizabeth (Bauman) Martin, and siblings Ezra (Marion), Abram (Rebecca), Menno (Amelia), Ephraim (Edna), Lovina (Noah) Bowman, Sarah (Isaac) Knorr, and Barbara Martin died in infancy.

A family service will be held at the home of Peter Brubacher, 91 Henry Street, RR 1, St. Jacobs, on Wednesday, February 11, 2015 at 9 a.m., then to Conestoga Mennonite Meeting House for burial and public service.

Source: Dreisinger Funeral Home Elmira, Ont.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Martin, Esther Horst, 79, of East Earl, died unexpectedly on April 16, 2015 at Hershey Medical Center.

Born in East Earl, she was the daughter of the late Mahlon and Alta (Zimmerman) Horst. Her husband, Weaver W. Martin, died Sept. 4, 2007.

Esther was a homemaker and a member of the Martindale Mennonite Church. She enjoyed quilting and flower gardening.

Surviving are four daughters, Lou Ann, married to Aaron Martin of East Earl, Edna, married to Mervin Fox of Terre Hill, Linda Hurst of New Holland, and Elaine Weaver of New Holland; two sons, Leon, married to Roxanne (Sauder) Martin of Ephrata, and Lonnie, married to Karen (Martin) Martin of East Earl; 12 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; five sisters, Ruth, married to Ivan Zimmerman of East Earl, Martha, married to Adin Martin of Mt. Joy, Elizabeth, married to Raymond Zimmerman of Denver, Vera, married to Leroy Reiff of Tipton, and Edna, married to Harry Leinbach of Barnett, MO; and a brother, Milton, married to Lydia (Weaver) Horst of East Earl.

Preceding her in death is a grandson, Ralph Fox; three brothers, John, Luke, and Christ Horst; and a sister, Mabel Zeiset.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, April 22, at 10 AM at the Martindale Mennonite Church, 171 Hurst Road, Ephrata with the Bishop Nelson Bowman, Dave Sensenig, J. Martin Hostetter, and Harry Leinbach officiating. Interment will be in the Lichty's Mennonite Cemetery. Viewing will be held at the Martindale Mennonite Church on Tuesday from 6-8 PM and on Wednesday from 9-10 AM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Arthritis Foundation Central PA Chapter, SE Branch, 204 Butler Ave., Suite 102, Lancaster, PA 17601. To send the family online condolences visit us at www. groffeckenroth.com. Arrangements by Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill.

Intelligencer Journal - 4/17/2015
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Esther Z. Martin, 87, of Ephrata, formerly of Lititz, passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2015, at Fairmount Homes.

She was born in East Earl to the late Henry and Mariah (Zimmerman) Martin and was the wife of Paul B. Martin with whom she shared 67 years of marriage.

Esther was a member of Lime Rock Mennonite Church (Weaverland Conference). She was a homemaker who also worked a Green Dragon stand selling silverware, dishes and furniture.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by 4 sons, Melvin M., husband of Barbara (Martin) Martin of Ephrata, Clair M., husband of Ruth Ann (Weaver) Martin of Hayward, WI, Earl M., husband of Judy Lynn (Sensenig) Martin of Lititz,Vernon M., husband of Jeana (Martin) Martin of Lititz; 3 daughters, Marian M., wife of Paul Martin of Ephrata, Mary M., wife of John Maldanado of Sarasota, FL, Elaine M. Jenkins of Lititz; 29 grandchildren and 73 great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 4 brothers, William Z., Menno Z., Jonas Z. and Henry Z. Martin; 1 sister, Lydia Weaver.

A viewing will be held on Sunday, August 23, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm, at the Wheat Ridge Chapel at Fairmount Homes, 333 Wheat Ridge Dr., Ephrata. Funeral services will be held on Monday, August 24, at 9 am, at the Midway Mennonite Reception Center, 210 E. Lexington Rd., Lititz, with further services at 9:30 am, from the Lime Rock Mennonite Church, 99 Penn Valley Road, Lititz, with Bishop Melvin Martin officiating. Interment will take place in the adjoining church cemetery.

The family would like to thank the staff at Fairmount Homes for the excellent care given to Esther.

Kindly omit flowers.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.

Intelligencer Journal - 8/22/2015
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Eva Marie, daughter of Thomas and Miriam (Martin) Martin, was stillborn on Saturday, December 12, 2015 at Heart of Lancaster Regional Medical Center.

Surviving are five siblings: Cameron, Leanne, Randall, Jolene, and Lori, all at home; maternal grandparents Ammon and Eva Martin, Narvon and paternal grandparents Noah and Edna Martin, East Earl.

A graveside service will be held on Monday, December 14, 2015 at 1 p.m. at Reidenbach Mennonite Cemetery. Kindly omit flowers. The Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill is in charge of arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 12/14/2015
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Gabriel Z.

LYONS NY - Gabriel Z. Martin, 5, of Lind Rd., Lyons, died unexpectedly on Sunday (July 5, 2015) as the result of a farm accident.

Family and friends may call at the family home, 9125 Lind Rd., Lyons, on Thursday (July 9) from 2:00 to 4 p.m. and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Friday (July 10) at 9:30 a.m. at Maple View Mennonite Church, 291 Reed Rd., Clyde, N.Y. Burial will be in Maple View Mennonite Cemetery, next to the church.

Gabriel was born in the Town of Lyons, N.Y. on April 18, 2010 the son of Raymond and Irene Zimmerman Martin. He had resided his lifetime on the family farm in the Town of Lyons. He and his family were members of Maple View Mennonite Church of Clyde, N.Y.

He is survived by his parents, Raymond and Irene Zimmerman Martin of the town of Lyons; two sisters, Sarah and Delilah Martin; three brothers, Adin, Joseph, and Rodney Martin; his maternal grandparents, Lloyd and Vera Reiff Zimmerman of Romulus; his paternal grandparents; Raymond and Ella Mae Shirk Martin of Clyde; his maternal great-grandmothers, Anna Reiff of Lititz, Penn., Edith Zimmerman of Lebanon, Penn.; his paternal great-grandparents, Clarence Martin of Clyde; Vera Shirk of Goodwill, Penn.; several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Arrangements are under the direction of Doran Funeral Home, Seneca Falls, N.Y. Please visit: doranfuneralhome.com.

Finger Lakes Times, Finger Lakes, NY
July 7, 2015
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Martin, Harlan M., 67, of Stevens, passed away on Monday, August 10, 2015, at his residence.

He was born in Earl Township to Lena (Martin) Martin and the late David H. Martin and was the husband of Erma M. (Horst) Martin with whom he shared 43 years of marriage.

He worked as a stone mason.

In addition to his wife and mother, he is survived by 5 children, Eileen H., wife of Curvin L. Wenger of Dalton, OH, David H., husband of Sandra (Burkholder) Martin of Lebanon, Gilbert H., husband of Shannon (Martin) Martin of Stevens, Lafaye H., wife of Greg Musser of Denver, Joel H., husband of Janita (Sensenig) Martin of Denver; 26 grandchildren; 11 siblings, Ivan M. Martin of Richfield, Mary Ann, wife of Harry Garman of Narvon, David M., husband of Wilma (Showalter) Martin of New Bethlehem, Verna, wife of Reuben Reiff of Mifflinburg, Lena, wife of Ivan Martin of Mifflinburg, Earl, husband of Mary (Martin) Martin of Mifflinburg, Ervin, husband of Darlene (Herman) Martin of Richfield, Leroy, husband of Vera (Martin) Martin of Shunk, Lloyd, husband of Marilyn (Groff) Martin of Leola, James, husband of Thelma (Leid) Martin of New Holland and Allen, husband of Pauline (Zimmerman) Martin of Swengel.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a sister-in-law, Arlene Martin.

A viewing will be held on Thursday, August 13, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., at the Midway Mennonite Reception Center, 210 E. Lexington Rd., Lititz. Funeral services will be held on Friday at 8:45 a.m., at the Midway Mennonite Reception Center, with further services at 9:30 a.m., at the Springville Mennonite Church, 580 Springville Rd., Ephrata, with Bishop Melvin Martin officiating. Interment will take place in the adjoining church cemetery.

Kindly omit flowers.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.

Intelligencer Journal - 8/12/2015
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Janet M. Nolt, 59, of Morgantown, died unexpectedly at her home on Wednesday, February 18, 2015.

Born in Brecknock Twp., Lancaster County, she was the daughter of the late Edwin W. and Elizabeth (Musser) Nolt. She was married 31 years on January 14 to Lester Z. Martin.

Janet was a homemaker and attended Petra Church in New Holland. She enjoyed reading, word search, playing Scrabble, yard sale-ing, and camping.

Surviving in addition to her husband is a daughter, Julie, married to Todd Weber of Adamstown; a son, Chad, married to Michelle (Ringler) Martin of Harrisburg; and four brothers and sisters, Miriam, married to Monroe Roberts of New Holland, Robert, married to Anna (Miller) Nolt of Manheim, Ruth Ann, married to Walter Musser of Gap, and Wilmer, married to Janie (Baker) Nolt of Narvon.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 23 at 10 AM at Petra Church, 565 Airport Road, New Holland, PA 17557 with the Reverend Lester Zimmerman and the Reverend Jeremy Leaman officiating. Interment will be in Petra Memorial Park. A visitation will be held on Sunday at the Church from 3?4:30 and 6-7:30 PM. If desired, memorials may be made to Petra Church, address above, earmarked for Keith and Carol Hershey, Thailand Missions. To send the family online condolences visit us at www.groffeckenroth.com. Arrangements by Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland.

Intelligencer Journal - 2/20/2015
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Jeremiah Joel

SELINSGROVE - Jeremiah Joel Martin, 4, of Selinsgrove, died on Friday, July 24, 2015, at the Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.

He was born Sept. 1, 2010, in Lewisburg, a son of Weaver M. and Lori A. (Stauffer) Martin.

In addition to his parents, Jeremiah is survived by his 11 brothers and sisters, Luke Martin, of Port Trevorton, Joyce, Shawn, twins, Jason and Justin, Janine, Rosene, Melissa, Davis, Joshua and Lisa Martin, all at home; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Jeremiah was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Norman and Annie Martin; and maternal grandparents, David and Grace Stauffer.

Family and friends are invited to the viewing from 1 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, with a funeral service at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, at the home of his parents, Weaver and Lori Martin, 354 Produce Road, Selinsgrove. Additional funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at County Line Mennonite Church, St. Thomas Road, Mount Pleasant Mills, with the church ministry officiating.

Burial will be in the adjoining church cemetery.

The George P. Garman Funeral Homes Inc., 9366 Route 35, Mount Pleasant Mills is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Sunbury Daily Item - 7/27/2015
Sunbury, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Jordan Reiff, infant son of Robert L. and Sarah Reiff Martin of 328 Wissler Road, New Holland, was stillborn at Heart of Lancaster Regional Med. Ctr. on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2015. Also surviving are: brother, Josiah; paternal grandparents, Warren and Norma Martin, Leola; maternal grandparents, Henry and Lois Reiff, East Earl; great-grandparents, Emma wife of the late Warren Martin; Paul and Anna Martin. Interment was in the Groffdale (Frame) Mennonite Cemetery, Leola. Furman's - Leola

Intelligencer Journal - 9/7/2015
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Justin H., 30, of Strick Road, Milton, passed away on Monday, Nov. 30, 2015, at his home surrounded by his family.

He was born Feb. 20, 1985, in Lancaster, a son of Paul G. and Anna Z. (Hoover) Martin.

In addition to his parents, Justin is survived by seven brothers, LaMar H. Martin and his wife, Mary Ann, of Turbotville; Daryl H. Martin and his wife, Lena Mae, of Milton; Peter H. Martin and his wife, Alta, of Milton; David H. Martin and his wife, Rachael, of Danville; Paul H. Martin Jr. and his wife, Lydia, of Danville; Eugene H. Martin, at home in Milton; and Gerald H. Martin, of East Earl.

Friends are invited to call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Martin's home, 552 Strick Road, Milton, where a funeral service will be held at 9 a.m. Friday and will continue at 9:30 a.m. at Limestone Mennonite Church, 281 Laidacker Road, Milton with Pastor Titus Martin officiating.

Burial will be in Limestone Mennonite Cemetery.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Brooks Funeral Home & Cremation Services, PC, Turbotville.

Sunbury Daily Item - 12/1/2015
Sunbury, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Lana M.
October 12, 1980 - October 29, 2015

Lana M. Martin 35, of rural Sauk Centre died on Thursday, October 29, 2015, in Uganda, Africa while visiting her sister.

Lanas funeral will be held at 10:00 am on Friday, November 6, 2015, at Faith Mennonite Church in rural Sauk Centre. Burial will be at the church cemetery.

A visitation will be held on Wednesday night from 6-8:00 pm and continue on Thursday from 2-4:00 pm and 6-8:00 pm at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church Fellowship Hall in Belgrade.

Lana Marie Martin was born on October 12, 1980, in Elkhart, IN to Keith and Mary Ann (Kulp) Martin.

Lana accepted Christ as her Savior in her youth and was a faithful member of Wisler Mennonite Church all her life.

In 1999 she moved to Minnesota with her family. There, Lana taught at Padua Mennonite School. Later, she opened Lanas Place, a bulk food store.

Lana enjoyed fishing with her brothers, and being outside. She also liked to read, paint, and travel.

Lana M. Martin died on Thursday October 29, 2015, in Uganda, Africa, while visiting her sister.

She is survived by her parents, Keith and Mary Ann Martin of Sauk Centre; seven brothers, Anson (Maggie) of Mt. Solon, VA, Kelvin (Rosanna) of Brooten, MN, Lyndon (Jeralyn) of Brooten, MN, Wilson of Sauk Centre, Alan of Harrisonburg, VA, Nathan of Sauk Centre, and Edwin of Elrosa, MN; a sister, Carla (Stanley) Martin of Uganda, Africa; paternal grandmother, Rhoda Martin of Gosher, IN; maternal grandparents, Isaac and Florence Kulp of Gosher, IN; eighteen nieces and nephews; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Lana was preceded in death by her paternal, grandfather, Leonard Martin

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Martin, Larry R. was born December 31, 1937 and passed away on August 15, 2015.

Larry's family includes his wife, Donna (Bontrager) Martin; daughter Torrie Martin and grandson Holden Brubaker; son Kendall and daughter-in-law Deborah (Maust) Martin; son Kirby and daughter-in-law Darcie (Messerli) Martin and grandsons Chase Martin and Brock Martin.

His siblings include sister Gladene Martin, brother Delvin and sister-in-law Margaret Martin, brother Kermit and sister-inlaw Patricia Martin, sister-in-law Alice Martin, sister-in-law Grace Hershberger, sister-in-law Lola Faye and brother-in-law Bob Yoder, brother-in-law Ray and sister-in-law Carol Bontrager and many beloved nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents Earl and Sylvia Martin and parents-in-law Jerry J. and Edna Bontrager, brothers Roy Martin, Glade Martin, nephew Chad Martin and brothers-in-law John Hershberger and Lowell Erb.

Larry was born in Minot, ND and grew up on a farm near there. He attended Nedrose Elementary School, Surrey High School and graduated from Hesston College Academy, Hesston, KS in 1956. Larry graduated from Reich American School of Auctioneering, Mason City, IA.

He and Donna met at Hesston Academy and were married in 1957. Larry worked for several years as a livestock auctioneer then farmed with Donna near Minot, ND for 38 years. He also became a sales manager and a national motivational speaker for Conklin Company for 30 years. In 1995 Larry and Donna moved to Hesston and Larry worked as Development Officer for Hesston College 1999 to 2013.

Throughout his life, Larry volunteered in many ways. He served on the American Farm Bureau Wheat Commodity Board, representing the statepf North Dakota, 1979-1982. He served on the Hesston College Board of Overseers, 19841992. He volunteered and auctioneered for the Mennonite Central Committee Upper Midwest Relief Sale, Minot, ND for 31 years. Since 2012, Larry volunteered on the MCC North American Relief Sale Board, Central States Region, and enjoyed auctioneering at many relief sales.

Larry attended Hesston Mennonite Church. He was a man of deep faith, and a wonderful person, husband, father, grandfather and friend to many. He will be dearly missed.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be designated to Hesston College nursing department scholarships.

Memorial Leaflet
Submitted by: Don Stutzman, Halstead, KS

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Martin, Larry R., 77, of Hesston, Harvey Co., KS died August 15, 2015 at Hesston, KS. He was born December 31, 1937 at Minot, ND to Earl and Sylvia Martin. In 1957 he was married to Donna Bontrager, who survives.

Surviving are children, Torrie Martin; Kendall (Deborah) Martin; and Kirby (Darcie) Martin; 3 grandchildren, and siblings, Gladene Martin; Delvin (Margaret) Martin; and Kermit (Patricia) Martin.

Two brothers, Roy Martin and Glade Martin preceded him in death.

Hesston College Board of Overseers
Hesston College Development Officer
Auctioneer for MCC Upper Midwest Relief Sale
MCC North American Relief Sale Board

Memorial services were held August 23, 2015 at Hesston Mennonite Church, Hesston, KS.

Submitted by: Norma Diller, Hesston, KS
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Martin, Marian Good, 83, of Monroeton, PA passed away Wednesday, December 30, 2015 at her home. Surviving are; her husband of 63 years, Richard; children, Donald (Debra) Martin of Mainsburg, PA, Lois (James) Bowman of Lancaster, PA, Wilmer (Lorraine) Martin of Monroeton, PA; 13 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren; a brother, Melvin (Irene) Good of Canton, PA; nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, January 2nd, at Pepper Funeral Home, 578 Springbrook Dr., Canton, PA and 1 to 2 p.m. Sunday, January 3rd, at the Canton Mennonite Church, corner of Union and N. Center Streets in Canton. A celebration of Marian's life will follow 2 p.m., at the Church, with her Pastor Darren Peachey officiating. Burial will be held in the Beech Flats Cemetery, Canton Twp.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials may be made to the Canton Mennonite Church, P.O. Box 43, Canton, PA 17724.

Intelligencer Journal - 1/1/2016
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Marlin Roy "Marty", 70, passed away Saturday Dec. 19, at his home.
Marty was born to Jason and Gladys (Byers) Martin in Rusk County, Wisconsin, Jan. 12, 1945, the 11th of 12 children.

He was married to Lois Kay Hoover, daughter of George E. and Kathryn (Schmucker) Hoover, Aug. 30, 1969, in Elkhart County. Lois survives along with a daughter, Rockelle (Rodney) Saupe of Bristol; a son, Shane (Gayle) Martin of Elkhart; and two granddaughters, Jordan Saupe and Casey Saupe.

Also surviving are three brothers and six sisters, Grace Shult, Mary Stoll, Martha (Vuriel) Peggar, Lloyd (Sharon) Martin, Alma (Menno) Eby, Leona Skrivseth, Earl Martin, Alta (Larry) Peterson, and Nelson (Rhoda) Martin; and two sisters-in law, Norma Ash and Mabel Martin.

His parents and two brothers, Lester Martin and Ray Martin, preceded him in death.

He was owner and operator of Elkhart Speedwash and Marty's Appliance Repair.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 22, and one hour prior to the 10 a.m. celebration of life service Wednesday, Dec. 23, at Prairie Street Mennonite Church, 1316 Prairie St., Elkhart. The Rev. Nelson Kraybill will officiate.

Burial will follow at Little Pine Cemetery, Goshen.

The family wishes to express their grateful thanks to family, friends and hospice nurses for their devoted care during this past year.

Memorial gifts may be given to the Alzheimer's Association.
Billings Funeral Home, 812 Baldwin St., Elkhart, is entrusted with arrangements.

By the family
Dec. 22, 2015
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Martin, Mary S. Wenger, 86, of Ephrata, PA, formerly of Annville, died July 6, 2015 at the home of Luke and Betty Shirk, Quarryville. She was the wife of the late H. John Martin who passed away in 2010. She was born in Ephrata Twp. on June 18, 1929, daughter of the late Amos R. and Amanda Shaub Wenger and stepmother Lydia Good Wenger. She was a member of Mt. View Mennonite Church, Lebanon.

She is survived by her two sons: Stanley Martin and wife Lorraine, Lititz; Edwin Martin, Annville; eight daughters: Erma wife of Marvin Martin, Clyde, NY; Erla widow of Edward Snyder, Manheim; Nancy wife of John Henry Frey, Annville; Betty wife of Luke Shirk, Quarryville; Arlene widow of Ivan Martin, Little Cedar, IA; Nora wife of Rufus Nolt, Ephrata; Elva wife of Ivan Ray Weaver, Osage, IA; Fern wife of Abraham Hurst, Riceville, IA. Also surviving are 59 grandchildren, 94 great-grandchildren and 1 sister, Sarah Stauffer of Richland. Preceding her in death are 3 grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild; 2 brothers: Frank Wenger, Arthur Wenger; 2 sisters: Anna Martin, Esther Wenger; 2 sons-in-law, Edward Snyder and Ivan Martin.

A viewing will be held on Wednesday, July 8th, from 2-4 PM & 6-8 PM in the Fairview Reception Center, 141 Jackson Rd., Lebanon. Funeral service will be held on Thursday, July 9th, at 9:30 AM in the Mountain View Mennonite Church, 196 Butler Rd., Lebanon. Interment will be made in the adjoining church cemetery. The Clauser Funeral Home, Schaefferstown is handling the arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 7/7/2015
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Mervin K., 72, of Manheim, went home to be with his Lord on Saturday, June 20, 2015 at Hospice and Community Care, Mount Joy. Born in West Earl Township, he was the son of the late Ivan and Eva Kurtz Martin. Mervin was the loving husband of Mary Jane Martin Martin and they observed their 52nd wedding anniversary in January of this year. For 8 years Mervin worked at Rutt Kitchens, Goodville; after that he was a dairy farmer in Mount Joy Township for over 20 years; he then hauled cattle for 23 years. Mervin was a member of Pleasant View Mennonite Church, Manheim.

Surviving in addition to his wife, are two sons: Daryl R. husband of Donna Burkholder Martin of Denver, Curtis J. husband of Linda Martin Martin of Mount Joy, two daughters: Twila J. wife of Richard Martin of Schaefferstown, Deann F. wife of Quintin Nolt of Womelsdorf, eighteen grandchildren, five great grandchildren, a sister, Louella K. wife of Harvey Zimmerman, five brothers: Elvin K. husband of Barbara Martin, Ivan K. husband of Gloria Martin, Eugene K. husband of Carol Martin, Clair K. husband of Mary Lou Martin, Glen K. husband of Terry Martin, a half-brother, Ralph M. Martin, and a sister-in-law, Ida Martin Musser. Preceding him in death is a brother Cloyd K. Martin and a grandson, Payton Nolt.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Mervin's funeral service at the East Fairview Church of the Brethren, 1187 Fairview Road, Manheim, on Wednesday, June 24, 2015 at 10:00 AM with the Pleasant View Mennonite Ministry officiating. There will be a viewing at the East Fairview Church of the Brethren on Tuesday evening from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM with additional viewing at the church on Wednesday morning from 9:00 AM until the time of the service. Interment will be in Pleasant View Cemetery, Rapho Township. Please omit flowers. Contributions may be sent in Mervin's memory to Hospice and Community Care, P. O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125.

Intelligencer Journal - 6/22/2015
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Mildred S. Bauman, 71, formerly of Ephrata, passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2015, at Moravian Manor, Lititz.

She was born in East Cocalico Township to the late Martin S. and Alice (Stauffer) Bauman and was the wife of the late Solomon R. Martin who passed away in 2012.

During her working years, she was a sales associate at the former Foster's Flowers and Galen's of Ephrata. Mildred loved gardening, flowers, birds and animal, fishing, cooking and she especially enjoyed spending time with her family and grandchildren.

She is survived by 2 daughters, Sheila R., wife of Michael Hoffmeier of Kirkwood, Christina Y. Martin of Manheim; 2 grandsons, Travis and Dalton Hoffmeier; 12 siblings, Mae S., wife of the late Harold Reich, Lila S., wife of Carl Zimmerman, Clarence S., husband of the late Blanche Bauman, Ray S., husband of Lydia Bauman, Earla S., wife of the late Mahlon H. Martin, Paul S., husband of Virginia Bauman, Nora S., wife of Donald Busser, Pauline S., wife of George R. Long, Arlene S., wife of Harvey Zimmerman, Joyce S., wife of the late Mahlon F. Good, Harold S., husband of Jeanette Bauman and Titus S., husband of Ruth Bauman.

In addition to her husband she was preceded in death by a sister, Kathryn Zimmerman.

A viewing will be held on Wednesday, May 20, from 10 to 11 a.m., at the Stradling Funeral Home, 30 N. 9th St., Akron, followed by her funeral service at 11 a.m., with Pastor Jeffrey Martin officiating. Interment will take place in the Mt. Zion Evangelical Cemetery, Akron.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.

Intelligencer Journal - 5/14/2015
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Minerva Gingrich, 98, of St. Jacobs, Ontario, Canada died December 23, 2015 at Waterloo, Waterloo County, Ontario. She was born May 27, 1917 at Peel Township, Ontario to Elam and Sarah Gingrich. On February 28, 1937 she was married to Emil Martin, who died January 10, 1998.

Surviving are children, Doreen (Floyd) Martin, Dianne (Glenn) Steinacker, Dr. Ray (Marion) Martin, Sandra Martin (Harold Rudy), and Karen (Ross) Huehn; 12 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren, and a sister, Leona Thompson.

A daughter, Mary Martin, a son, Ronald Martin, and a sister, Erma Sauder preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held December 29, 2015 at St. Jacobs Mennonite Church, St. Jacobs, Waterloo, Ontario with burial in St. Jacobs Mennonite Cemetery, Three Bridges Road, St. Jacobs, Ontario.

Submitted by: Karen Sauder, St. Jacobs
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Martin, Naomi B. Sauder, 94, of Denver, passed away on Wednesday, December 16, 2015, at Denver Health & Rehabilitation Center.

She was born in New Holland to the late Michael Sauder and Anna (Brackbill) Sauder Groff and was the wife of the late Isaac W. Martin.

She was a member of Pleasant Valley Mennonite Church, enjoyed flowers, gardening, going to the beach and the mountains. Naomi was a homemaker but also did private in-home care for others.

Naomi is survived by 2 sons, Sanford S., husband of Jean (Zimmerman) Martin of Denver, John S., husband of Jane (King) Martin of Ephrata; 4 daughters, Ruth M. Martin of Lancaster, Esther S. Renneberg of Marietta, Elizabeth (Betty) J., wife of Marlin Horst of Myerstown, Elaine L., wife of Elvin M. Martin of Denver; 22 grandchildren; 66 great grandchildren; 13 great great grandchildren; 4 siblings, John B. Sauder, Ella S. High, Amos B. Sauder, all of Landis Homes, Luke B., husband of Willa Mae (Good) Sauder of Fairmount Homes.

In addition to her parents and husband, Naomi is preceded in death by a son, Eugene S. Martin; 1 grandchild; 2 great grandchildren; 3 siblings, Alice Newswanger, Aaron B. Sauder and Laura S. High.

A viewing will be held on Sunday, December 20, 2015, from 5 to 8 pm, at the Pleasant Valley Mennonite Church, 140 Pleasant Valley Road, Ephrata. Funeral services will be held on Monday, December 21, 2015, at 2 pm at the church, with Bishop Larry N. Weaver, Ministers Thomas L. Graber, Melvin K. Martin and Darrell Musser officiating. Interment will take place in the adjoining church cemetery. There will also be a viewing immediately following the services Monday at the church.

Kindly omit flowers.

Memorial contributions in Naomi's memory may be made to Hospice & Community Care, 685 Good Drive, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.

Intelligencer Journal - 12/19/2015
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Nelson, 81, of Heidelberg, Ontario Canada, died May 5, 2015 at the same place from cancer. He was born July 30, 1933 to Nelson and Mary Ann (Westfall) Martin. On May 14, 1955 he was married to Vera Metzger, who was born May 10, 1934 and survives.

Surviving are children, Richard and Toni Martin, Gary and Deb Martin, Michael Martin, Marilyn and Dave Weber, and Denise Martin; 12 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and siblings, Cindy and Lorne Bolger, Urias and Sarah Martin, Elvina Woolner, Edwin Metzger, and Abner and Ann Martin.

Memorial services were held May 8, 2015 at St. Jacobs Mennonite Church, St. Jacobs, Waterloo Co., Ontario with burial in St. Jacobs Mennonite Cemetery, Three Bridges Road, St. Jacobs, Ontario.

Submitted by: Karen Sauder, St. Jacobs, ON
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Martin, Paul Eby, 91, of Ephrata, passed away peacefully in his sleep and went to be with his Lord and Savior, following a lengthy illness, on Tuesday, August 4, 2015.

He was the son of the late Walter and Martha (Eby) Martin and was the loving husband of Alverta (High) Martin for 64 years.

He was a faithful member of Martindale Mennonite Church, where he served as Sunday School teacher, trustee and usher. Following a 40-year career as a dairy farmer, he worked for Lancaster DHIA as a milk tester for 20 years. He served as a "sea going cowboy" on a ship supplying cattle to a war torn Poland immediately after WWII. Paul was a member of the Buccaneer Hunting Club, Tioga County, where he enjoyed hunting and spending family vacations. In his later years, he blessed many people around the world with hundreds of comfort tops that he cut and sewed.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by 3 children, Dennis, husband of Sharon (Ziegler) Martin, Karen, wife of Glenn Hurst, Clifford, husband of Carol (Nolt) Martin; 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; 5 siblings, Mary, wife of Clarence Martin, Earl, husband of Elizabeth (Petersheim) Martin, Wilmer, husband of the late Arlene (Bollinger) Martin, Sara, wife of Abram Zeiset and Walter, husband of Judith (Unruh) Martin. He was preceded in death by a brother, Clarence and his wife Lydia (Weaver) Martin.Relatives and friends will be received on Sunday, August 9, from 6 to 8 p.m. and 1 to 2 p.m. on Monday, August 10, at the Martindale Mennonite Church, 171 Hurst Rd., Ephrata PA.The funeral service will be held Monday, August 10, at 2:00 p.m. at the Martindale Mennonite Church. Interment will take place following the service in the adjacent cemetery.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.

Intelligencer Journal - 8/6/2015
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Rachel R. Stauffer, 93, of Ephrata, passed away on Thursday, October 1, 2015, at Lincoln Christian Home, Ephrata.

She was born in Martindale to the late Daniel B. and Barbara W. (Reich) Stauffer and was the wife of Clayton S. Martin.

Rachel was a member of the Meadow Valley Mennonite Church. She was a homemaker.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by 3 sons, Curvin S., husband of Grace (High) Martin of Ephrata, Gerald S., husband of Mabel (Hoover) Martin of Lititz, Brian R., husband of Mary Jane (Hursh) Martin of Lititz; 4 daughters, Minerva S., wife of Earl Brubaker of Loysville, Ruth N., wife of Mervin Martin of Lititz, Barbara E., wife of Melvin Martin of Ephrata, Mildred S., wife of Ivan Zimmerman of Ephrata; 34 grandchildren; 131 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 1 grandchild; 1 great-grandchild; 5 brothers, Adam, Jared, Isaac, Carmi and Caleb Stauffer; 3 sisters, Eva Stauffer, Naomi Auker and Magdalena Mitchell.

A viewing will be held on Monday, October 5, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., at the Martindale Mennonite Fellowship Center, 352 Martindale Rd., Ephrata. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, October 6, at 8:45 a.m., at the Martindale Mennonite Fellowship Center, with further services at 9:30 a.m., at the Meadow Valley Mennonite Church, 200 Meadow Valley Rd., Ephrata, with Bishop Lester B. Martin officiating. Interment will take place in the adjoining church cemetery.

Kindly omit flowers.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.

Intelligencer Journal - 10/3/2015
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Ray Leslie, 85, of Conrath, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, April 1, 2015, surrounded by family after an extended illness.

Ray was born to Jason and Gladys Byers Martin in Duchess, Alberta, Canada, on March 3, 1930; the second son of 12 children, five brothers and six sisters.
On May 21, 1955, he married Mabel Zimmerman.

To this union seven children were born: Myron (Joyce) of Goshen, Ind., Malvern (Emily) of Pantego, N.C., Merle (Luella) and Merlin (Grace), all of Conrath, Marlee (Lyndon) Hartman of Elida, Ohio, Malinda (James) Kulp of Unity and Marcia (Keith) Steiner of Hendersonville, Tenn. There are 42 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother and two grandchildren.
He accepted the Lord in his youth and joyfully served the Lord. He was a member of the Shiloh Mennonite Church, a dairy farmer for 54 years and for 14 years he drove school bus for Holcombe School District.

He will be greatly missed, but we take comfort and rejoice in the fact that he is safely home with our Heavenly Father in Heaven.

Funeral services were held on Monday, April 6, at Shiloh Mennonite Church in Conrath with Pastors John Weaver and Lyndon Hartman officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

The Nash-Jackan Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Ladysmith News, Ladysmith, WI
April 4 2015
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin &
Leon Hertzler


Martin, Rosemary Wallace
March 5, 1929 - Jan. 17, 2015

WAKARUSA - Rosemary Martin, 85, of Wakarusa, died at 1:30 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 17, at Greencroft Nursing Center in Goshen.

She was born March 5, 1929, in Wakarusa to Albert R. and Mildred (Wagner) Wallace. Her father passed away when she was nine months old, and her mother then married Clifford Ramer.

Rosemary was married to Eldon Martin. He preceded her in death.

Mrs. Martin is survived by a son, Doug (Donna) Martin of Elkhart; a daughter, Beverly (Steve) Clindaniel of Phoenix; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sisters Alpha Mae Mumaw of Wakarusa, Nyla (Steve) Kauffman and Marilyn (Willi) Miller, all of Goshen; and her brothers, Dale (Grace) Ramer of Goshen, and Dennis (Martha) Ramer of Elkhart.

She was preceded in death by a son, Larry Martin; a daughter, Janice Meyers; and a great grandson, Maximus Linville.

Family and friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, at Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Wakarusa, and for an hour prior to services at Yellow Creek Mennonite Church, at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 22.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Jan. 19, 2015
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Martin Roy B., 82, of Ephrata, entered into the presence of his Lord, on Wednesday, September 2, 2015, at Fairmount Homes.

He was born in Millway, Lancaster County to the late Noah W. and Anna (Bowman) Martin and was a faithful husband of Grace I. (Good) Martin for 57 years prior to her passing in 2011.

Roy was a member and retired pastor of the Metzler Mennonite Church, where he was ordained and served for 40 years on the ministry team. Roy's ministry to the Metzler congregation was an inspiration and encouragement to many as he shared God's word through sermons. He, along with his wife Grace, spent much time blessing sick and hurting members by visiting those who were in need of encouragement.

For 31 years Roy's occupation was as a shoe cutter at the local Miller & Hess, Ephrata and also Denver shoe factories. Following that, he worked at Paul B. Zimmerman Hardware store for 12 years until his retirement.

Roy enjoyed traveling with his wife Grace. Of special interest were bird sanctuaries, flower gardens and other areas of nature's beauty. One of Roy's favorite pastimes was bird watching and keeping record of when and where he saw the various kinds of birds. Roy enjoyed gardening and did this until about three years ago, when it became too difficult for him. He also was an avid guitar player since he was a young boy and especially enjoyed Bluegrass Gospel style music. Towards the end of his life he found a special joy in playing his guitar and singing at Fairmount Homes, both with his brother-in-law and with a music group who brought encouragement to folks living at the home.

He is survived by 4 children, Dale G., husband of Ruth Ann (Bowman) Martin of Ephrata, Louise G., wife of Aaron R. Weaver of Denver, Janet G., wife of Galen R. Weaver of Ephrata, Arlene G., wife of Roger M. Martin of Denver; 12 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; 4 brothers, Richard B., husband of Marian Martin of Monroeton, Harry B., husband of Mary Jane Martin of Myerstown, Raymond B., husband of Esther Martin of Ephrata and James W., husband of Bonnie Martin of Annville.

In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a grandson, Joel D. Martin

A viewing will be held on Friday, September 4, 2015, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm, at Metzler Mennonite Church, 515 W. Metzler Rd., Ephrata. An additional viewing will take place on Saturday, September 5, from 9 to 10 am, at the church, followed by his funeral service at 10 am, with Pastor Nevin Horning officiating. Interment will take place in the adjoining church cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Roy's memory may be made to Hospice & Community Care, P. O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.

Intelligencer Journal - 9/3//2015
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Roy W., 75, of Morgantown, died Friday, November 27, 2015 at Bryan Medical Center, Lincoln, NE after being stricken while driving his truck in Nebraska. His wife of 43 years, Dorothy (Kurtz) Martin survives. Born in Bareville, he was the son of the late Christian and Grace (Weaver) Martin.

Roy was a self-employed truck driver and a member of Conestoga Mennonite Church. He enjoyed being with his family and grandchildren. He also liked vintage muscle cars and was a NASCAR fan.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by two children: Rondy married to Beth (Franks) Martin, Eustis, FL and Heidi Martin, Oglala, SD; seven grandchildren: Cody, Chad, Cayla, Cassandra, Carly, Cade, Cierra; and 12 siblings: Harold married to Bertha Martin, Marietta; Florence married to Abe Faus, Lebanon; Luke married to Kathy Martin, Landisville; John married to Jane Martin, Greenville, SC; Laura married to David Hertle, Omaha, NE; Galen married to Louise Martin, Ephrata; Clyde married to Doris Martin, Lititz; Pearl married to Jerry Brazier, Edinburg, TX; Lloyd married to Shirley Martin, Canby, OR; Willis married to Carol Martin, Jericho, NY; Sanford married to Mae Martin, Ephrata; Clair married to Diane Martin, Ephrata.

He was preceded in death by an infant sister, Esther Martin.

His funeral will be held on Thursday, December 3, 2015 at 11 a.m. at Conestoga Mennonite Church, 2779 Main St., Morgantown with Pastor Robert Petersheim officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery. A viewing will be held at the church on Wednesday from 6 - 8 p.m. and on Thursday from 10-11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Oglala Re*creation and Worship Center, P. O. Box 108 Oglala, SD 57764 or online at www.oglalarwc.org . The Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill is in charge of arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal -12/1/2015
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Sara E. Martin, 37, of Lititz, passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2015, at her residence after a 5-year battle with brain cancer.

She was born in Lancaster to Earl and Barbara A. (Newswanger) Martin and was the wife of Dean E. Martin.

Sara was a member of Hammer Creek Mennonite Church, where she played the piano, was on the worship team and helped with Bible school. She was a graduate of Warwick High School and Alvernia College and played on various volleyball teams. She had worked at the Lancaster General Hospital as a physical therapist assistant. Sara loved her children and was very supportive of their sports and activities. Sara had a positive impact on those she met, was loved by all and her greatest desire was to see her loved ones in heaven.

In addition to her parents and husband, she is survived by her 3 children, Connor D. Martin, Carlie E. Martin, Gretchen Ann Martin; paternal grandparents, Amos H. and Lydia Jane Martin; maternal grandparents, David H. and Madeline Newswanger; 3 siblings, Amy J., wife of John Martin, Andrew D., husband of Tawni L. Martin, Ryan E., husband of Kellye J. Martin and numerous nieces and nephews.

A viewing will be held on Sunday, June 14, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., at the Hammer Creek Mennonite Church, 590 Hammer Creek Road, Lititz. An additional viewing will be held on Monday, June 15, from 9 to 10 a.m., at the church, followed by her funeral services at 10 a.m., with Pastor Leonard Rutt officiating. Interment will be held in the Hammer Creek Mennonite Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to benefit Sara's children may be made to the Hammer Creek Mennonite Church, c/o Martin Children, 590 Hammer Creek Rd., Lititz, PA 17543. Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.

Intelligencer Journal - 6/11/2015
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

 

Martin, Silas Sollenberger was born on June 3, 1937 to Daniel and Mary (Sollenberger) Martin in Hagerstown MD. God called him home on June 5, 2015. He was 2 days past his 78th birthday. Silas gave his heart to the Lord in his youth and was baptized in the Mennonite church. He married Martha Kimble on April 10, 1957 in Read, MD and he was a loving husband who loved the Lord. They were blessed with 58 years together.

Silas was diagnosed with ALS in November 2014. He was hospitalized in March 2015 for a few days because of a heart attack and again on Thursday June the 4th, with further heart issues. Silas passed away peacefully on Friday June the 5th, and he will be greatly missed by his wife, children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren

Surviving him are his loving wife Martha and 6 children, Steve (EllaMae) Martin, Womelsdorf PA, Rachel (Nelson) Doutrich, Halsey, OR, Susanna (Daniel) Hooley, Valley, WA, Keren (Edwin) Steiner, Cove, OR, Daniel (Beverly) Martin, South Boston, VA, and Jewel (Gerald) Birky, Halsey, OR, 31 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, one brother, James (Ethel) Martin and 2 sisters Anna Eby and Rebecca Lehman.

He was preceded in death by his parents Daniel and Mary Martin, 2 brothers, Menno and Maurice, 2 brothers-in-law, Norman Eby and Edgar Lehman.

A Public viewing is planned for Thursday, June 11, from 6 pm to 9 pm at the Halsey Mennonite Church. The Funeral Service is planned for Friday, June 12, at 2 pm at the Halsey Mennonite Church.

Source: Fisher Funeral Home, Albany, OR 97321
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler, Newport, NH


Martin, Truman L.

NAPPANEE - Truman L. Martin, 90, of Nappanee, peacefully passed away after a brief illness at his home at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2015.

He is survived by his faithful wife of 67 years, Lois Emma (Ramer) Martin. They were married June 6, 1948.

Also surviving are his six children, Gleta (John) Hauser of Almena, Wis., Willodean Carroll of Nappanee, Theresa (Duane) Weingarten of Hayward, Wis., Elwood (Anita) Martin of Gros Morne, Haiti, Burnell (Cindy) Martin of Ridgeland, Wis., and Dawn (Lynford) Miller of Nappanee; 22 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; two sisters; and two sisters-in-law.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sept. 4 at Ramer Mennonite Youth Center. Friends and family may meet at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 5, at Yellow Creek Wisler Mennonite Church for the final viewing rites, with burial to follow in the church cemetery. The funeral service will follow at Yellow Creek Wisler Mennonite Church. The Home Ministry will officiate.

Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, is handling the arrangements.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Sept. 4, 2015
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Martin, Vera B. Martin, 85, of 357 Hammertown Road, Narvon, died Sunday, February 8, 2015.

Born in Martindale, she was the daughter of the late Rueben S. and Annie B. (Burkholder) Martin. Her husband, John H. Martin, died previously.

Vera was a homemaker and a member of the Churchtown Old Order Mennonite Church.

Surviving are six children, Erma, married to Martin Zeiset of Wisconsin, Edna, married to Weaver Burkholder of Saegertown, David, married to Vera (Burkholder) Martin of West Virginia, Alice, married to Glen Ringler of East Earl, Mary, married to Lewis Horst of East Earl, and John Martin of Saegertown; 31 grandchildren; 32 great grandchildren; and three sisters-in-law, Maggie, Mary, and Elsie Martin.

Preceding her in death is a son, Edward Martin; four sisters; and six brothers.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Feb. 12 at 9 AM at the late home with further services at 9:30 AM at the Churchtown Old Order Mennonite Church with the Bishop Elam Zimmerman officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing will be held on Wednesday at the late home from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill.

Intelligencer Journal - 2/9/2015
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin-Baker, Elmeda B. Martin, 95 ~ Died at Stratford General Hospital (Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance) on Friday, January 30, 2015.

Survived by her husband Robert Baker, daughters Joyce (Walter) Ireson and Kathleen (James) Wert. Stepmother of Mardelle (Ivan) Knight, Barry Baker, Vaughn (Sandra) Baker, and Graham (Sandra) Baker. Grandmother of Michael (Jennifer) Tedball, Sarah Wert, Benjamin Wert, and six step-grandchildren. Great-grandmother of Carter Tedball. Sister of Ibra (Cathy) Martin, Florence (Angus) Martin, Erla (late Melvin) Buehler, and Wilbert (Reta) Martin.

Predeceased by her parents Eli B and Hannah Martin, husband Samuel R Martin, son-in-law Roger Tedball, and brother Robert L. (late Alice) Martin.

Funeral service was February 7, 2015 at Elmira Mennonite Church, Elmira, Ont. with the interment at Elmira Mennonite Cemetery.

Source: Dreisinger Funeral Home Elmira, Ont
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Mast, Barbara Ella Beiler, 69, of Mohnton, Pa died March 24, 2015 at ManorCare, Sinking Spring. She was born 1945 in Lancaster, she was the only daughter of the late Benjamin B. and Lena (Lapp) Beiler. Oliver S. Mast was her husband of 13 years. She was a member of Zion Mennonite Church, Birdsboro, PA and had chaired the Peace and Justice Committee for Atlantic Coast Mennonite Conference. She was a nurse midwife, serving in missions in Belize for 2 1/2 years and then working in southern Texas for 20 years.

Survived by her husband and six brothers: Moses married to Sylvia (Martin) Beiler, NY, Omar married to Lisa (Kern) Beiler, VA, Warren (deceased) married to Anna Mary Lantz, Narvon, Luke married to Miriam (Stoltzfus) Beiler, Narvon, Philip married to Linda (Beachy) Beiler, Narvon, and Paul married to Linda (Nafziger) Beiler, AZ. She is survived by seven step-children: Rowena Stoltzfus, Julia Horst, Freda Petersheim, Becky Martin, Rachel Deeds, Weldon Mast, Rosie Fulton, and Angie Gridley; 31 step-grandchildren and 25 step-great-grandchildren.

Her funeral was March 28, 2015 at Conestoga Mennonite Church, Morgantown with her pastor, Steve Musselman, officiating. Interment will be in Pine Grove Cemetery, Elverson. PA.

Source: Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland, PA
Submitted by Leon Hertzler


Mast, Hannah Rose
Feb. 19, 2015 - Feb. 24, 2015

NAPPANEE - Hannah Rose Mast, 5 days old, passed away at 10:15 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24, at home.

She was born Feb. 19, to Mervin Dean and Doreen (Yoder) Mast. Her parents are members of the Old Order Amish Church.

Surviving are her parents; a brother, Jason Lamar Mast at home; grandparents Orva (Marietta) Yoder of Nappanee and Duane (Lizzie) Mast of Dalton, Wis.; and great-grandparents Ora (Susie) Miller, Mervin (Fannie) Mast and Edna Otto, all of Dalton, and Melvin (Elsie) Yoder of Homer, Mich.

She was preceded in death by an aunt, Rachel Yoder, and great-grandparents Perry Otto and William Yoder.

Visitation will be after 3 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25, at Marlin Slabaugh's home, 8170 W. 750 N., Etna Green. A funeral service will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, also at Marlin Slabaugh's home. The Home Ministry will officiate. Burial will follow in Graber Cemetery.

Arrangements are with Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home in Nappanee.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Feb. 26, 2015
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Mast, Linda D. Myers
Jan. 14, 1949 - May 2, 2015

SHIPSHEWANA - Linda D. Mast, 66, of Shipshewana, died at 11:59 a.m. Saturday, May 2.

She was born Jan. 14, 1949, in Goshen, to Lowell and Lois (Wise) Myers.

On July 28, 1968, in Clark Lake, Mich., she married Glen Mast.

Survivors include her husband; daughter Sherry (Andy) Stoll of Idaville; two sons, Tim Mast of Goshen and Kevin Mast of Logansport; two granddaughters, Melinda and Kristy Stoll; her parents of Somerset Center, Mich.; a sister, Lynette (Jim) Hart of Jerome, Mich.; and a brother, Lynnford (Sara) Myers of Rockvale, Tenn.

Linda attended Grace Community Church. She volunteered at the Middlebury Food Pantry and Child Evangelism Ministries in Bristol. She worked at several shops in Shipshewana and transported the Amish. She loved reading, the color blue and collecting snowmen and bunnies.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 7, and for an hour prior to the 10 a.m. Friday, May 8, funeral service, all at Marion Mennonite Church in Shipshewana. Burial will be in Rosewood Cemetery in Shipshewana.

Memorials may be given to the Middlebury Food Pantry or Child Evangelism Ministries in Bristol.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
May 5, 2015
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Mast, Russell L., 66, of Telford, PA; formerly of Souderton, PA, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2015 at Lehigh Valley Hospital, following an auto accident.
Russ was the loving husband of Donna K. (Freed) Mast for 45 years. He was born September 27, 1948 in Oley, PA, to the late Daniel and Mildred (Horning) Mast.
Russ was a long-time member of Zion Mennonite Church in Souderton, PA. He served his community through his church (especially the annual Table of Plenty community meals on Thanksgiving and Christmas), the Kiwanis Club, and the Souderton-Telford Rotary.

Survived by his wife and son, Russell Mast of Philadelphia, PA; daughter Nichole Heinrich and husband Hans of Haycock, PA; three grandchildren, Carlie Heinrich, Josiah Heinrich and Maddie Heinrich, of Haycock, PA; mother-in-law Arlene Freed of Souderton, PA; brother Sam Mast and wife Joyce of Lobachsville; sister Peggy Mast and partner Tim McGuire of Lititz, PA; brother Glenn Mast and wife Linda of Stevens, PA; sister-in-law Charlotte Detwiler and husband Clyde of Souderton, PA; sister-in-law Jeanette Holden and partner Jad Eisert of Hatfield, PA; and many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Russ was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Norman Bergey Freed.

A memorial service was April 26, 2015 at Zion Mennonite Church, Souderton, PA. Friends are welcome to greet the family at a reception after the service. Burial will be private, at the convenience of the family.

Source: Anders-Detweiler Funeral Home &
Crematory, Souderton, PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Maust, Joseph J., 72, of Pigeon, MI, died April 30, 2015 at Laredo, Texas. He was born February 28, 1943 at Pigeon to Joseph and Emma (Fisher) Maust. On October 2, 1965 at Pigeon he was married to Diane Ruby, who survives.

Surviving are children, Joseph Scott (Kristen Volrich) Maust, Renee (John) Read, Tiffany (Chris) Jackson; one grandchild, a sister, Myra Gerstenschlager, and a brothee, Doug (Marilyn) Maust.

Memorial services were held May 6, 2015 at Michigan Avenue Mennonite Church, Pigeon MI, with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Scot Wilson, Pigeon, MI
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Mellinger, Mabel N. Nolt, 94, formerly of Lincoln Hwy. East, Lancaster, went home on Wednesday, May 13, 2015, at Garden Spot Village. Born in Earl Twp., she was the daughter of the late Samuel O. and Anna Martin Nolt. She was the wife of the late Charles W. Mellinger who died in 2004.

For many years, she was the head cook at the Plain & Fancy Restaurant, Bird-in-Hand. She enjoyed extending hospitality to people. She was a member of the Witmer Fire Co. Ladies Aux. and the Groffdale (Brick) Mennonite Church, Leola.

Surviving are: four children, Charles L. husband of Vivian Mellinger of Ronks, Ruth wife of Henry Youndt of East Earl, Doris wife of Dennis Summers of New Holland, Jere husband of Heather Mellinger of Witmer; 10 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; five sisters, Edna wife of Omar Graybill of Fairmount Homes, Anna Mary wife of Galen Bollinger of Fredericksburg, PA, Esther wife of Jake Kreider of Kinzers, Arlene wife of the late Wilbur Hershey of Bethel, Dorothy wife of Bud Blank of Atglen. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Paul and Harlan Nolt.

Funeral services will be held from the Groffdale (Brick) Mennonite Church, 168 N. Groffdale Rd., Leola, on Monday, May 18, 2015 at 11 AM with interment following in the adjoining cemetery. Friends may call from 10 to 11 AM at the church on Monday. Kindly omit flowers.

Intelligencer Journal - 5/14/2015
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

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Mellinger, Mabel Nolt, 94, formerly of Lancaster, died May 13, 2015, at Garden Spot Village. Born in Earl Twp., she was the daughter of Samuel O. and Anna Martin Nolt. She was the wife of the late Charles W. Mellinger who died in 2004. She was a member of the Witmer Fire Co. Ladies Aux., and the Groffdale (Brick) Mennonite Church, Leola.

Surviving are: four children, Charles L. husband of Vivian Mellinger of Ronks, Ruth wife of Henry Youndt of East Earl, Doris wife of Dennis Summers of New Holland, Jere husband of Heather Mellinger of Witmer; 10 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; five sisters, Edna wife of Omar Graybill of Fairmount Homes, Anna Mary wife of Galen Bollinger of Fredericksburg, PA, Esther wife of Jake Kreider of Kinzers, Arlene wife of the late Wilbur Hershey of Bethel, Dorothy wife of Bud Blank of Atglen.

She was preceded in death by her husband Charles Mellinger, two brothers, Paul and Harlan Nolt.

Funeral service was May 18, 2015 Groffdale (Brick) Mennonite Church, Leola, PA with interment following in the adjoining cemetery.

Source: Furman Home of Funerals Leola, PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Mendel, Gladys Angeline Hofer, 83, of Freeman, Hutchinson Co., SD died October 7, 2015 at the same place from a heart attack.

She was born February 14, 1932 at Bridgewater, McCook Co., SD to Paul E. and Anna L. (Hofer) Hofer. Paul was born February 8, 1905 and died January 19, 1973. Anna was born August 29, 1908 and died March 16, 2007.

On June 22, 1952 at Freeman she was married to Jonathan Mendel, who was born April 23, 1931 and survives.

Surviving are children, Stephen Mendel; Charmaine (James) Ries; and Milton (Julie) Mendel; seven grandchildren, and a brother, Norman (Darlene) Hofer.

A daughter, Cynthia and a brother, Paul Hofer, Jr. preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held October 13, 2015 at Hutterthal Mennonite Church, Freeman, SD with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Edie Tschetter, Freeman, SD
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Metzler, Mae S. Martin Schneider, 88, of Akron, PA died June 1, 2015, at the Mennonite Home, Lancaster, PA. She was born 1926 in Ephrata, PA to Aaron G. and Maggie (Sauder) Martin and was the wife of the late Karl Schneider who passed away in 1970 and the late Luke Metzler who passed away in 1995. Mae was a life- time member of the Ephrata Mennonite Church, now Alive Church.

Survived by 3 step daughters, Lois H. Enloe of Palm Coast, FL, Sarah H. Metzler of Lancaster, Naomi H., wife of Kevin Derr of Lebanon; a step son, Samuel H. Metzler, husband of Christine Nelson of Seattle, WA; 10 step grandchildren; 6 step great-grandchildren; a brother, J. Elvin, husband of Laverne Martin of Lancaster; 3 sisters, Arlene Hurst of Lititz, Margaret Martin of Lititz, Lois J., wife of Leon Zimmerman of Lititz and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husbands and parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, E. Naomi Martin.

A viewing will be held on Wednesday,, from 9 to 10:30 am, followed by her

Funeral service was June 10, 2015 at the Alive Church, Ephrata, PA with Rev. Dennis Ernest and Rev. Carl Kniss officiating. Interment will take place in the Metzler Mennonite Cemetery.

Source: Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata, PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Meyer, Doris Jean Eigsti, 88, of Wayland, Henry Co., IA died July 14, 2015 at the same place. She was born January 20, 1927 at Wayland, IA.

Surviving are children, R.D. (Brenda) Meyer; Robert (Karen) Meyer; and Kathy (Dave) Schooley; six grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren.

Memorial services were held July 17, 2015 at Sugar Creek Mennonite, Wayland, IA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Katie Roth, Wayland, IA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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A graveside service for Doris J. Meyer, 88, of Wayland, will be held Friday, July 17, 2015 at 10:00 AM at the Sugar Creek Mennonite Cemetery in rural Wayland. A memorial celebration will be held Friday, July 17 at 11:00 AM at the Sugar Creek Mennonite Church in rural Wayland with Pastor Nathan Luitjens officiating. Visitation will be held Thursday, July 16 from 1- 8 PM at the Sugar Creek Mennonite Church where the family will greet friends from 5 - 8 PM. In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established for Sugar Creek Mennonite Church and Parkview Home in Wayland. Doris Meyer died Tuesday, July 14 at Parkview Home in Wayland.

Doris Jean Meyer was born January 20, 1927 in Wayland, IA to Emery I. and Edna Ruth (Wenger) Eigsti. She was united in marriage to Dean Meyer on Thanksgiving Day, November 22, 1945. Doris spent the first year of married life in New Jersey working as a housekeeper for a wealthy family while Dean served with Civilian Public Service in a mental hospital. Doris was an amazing wife, mother and grandmother. Those homemaking years were spent: working part-time at Ron's gifts, Book and TV Center where she probably spent more on books to read and give away than she made in wages, teaching Sunday School at Sugar Creek Mennonite Church where she worshipped and served her entire life, and praying for her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and countless other people. She was also instrumental in starting Crowded Closet in Iowa City. Doris was passionate about mission work, serving the lonely and less fortunate. Doris didn't serve on boards or mix with influential people, she was more at home cleaning someone's house, preparing a meal or hosting those that needed her hospitality. While she missed her grandchildren, she enjoyed life and continued to serve during retirement winters in Florida. As her health declined those who knew her and loved her recalled the loving and humble servant that she was.

Survivors include two sons: R.D (Brenda) Meyer of Laguna Niguel, CA, Robert (Karen) Meyer of Mt. Pleasant, IA, one daughter, Kathy (Dave) Schooley of Wayland, IA, six grandchildren: Rich Meyer (fiancee' Jen), and Rustin (Jenny) Meyer of San Diego, CA, Brian (Andrea) Meyer of Coralville, IA, Angela (Erik) Amunson of Swisher, IA, Sarah (Aldrich) Cabildo of Urbandale, IA, Ben (Tara) Schooley of Chariton, IA, ten great-grandchildren: Aubrey and Olivia Meyer, Alexa and Ryker Amunson, Dominic, Averia, Quincy and Emerson "Sonny" Cabildo and Kane and Kinsley Schooley. A brother Orlin Eigsti (Ina), sister Ruth Miller (Delmar) and sister-in-law Ardith Eigsti. Doris was anticipating a new great-grandchild from Rustin and Jenny.

Preceding Doris in death was her husband of 63 years, an infant sister, Marilyn and a brother, Mervin.

Charitable donations may be made in Doris's memory to the following organizations:

Parkview Home
102 North Jackson, Wayland, Iowa 52641
Tel: 319 256 2775

Sugar Creek Mennonite Church
Wayland, Iowa

Beatty & Peterseim Funeral & Monument Services
Wayland, IA
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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