The Gospel Herald - Volume XVII, Number 1 - April 3, 1924 - pages 15,16

Brendle. - Esaias Brendle, Bowmansville, Pa., was buried March 22, 1924, aged 80 y. 8 m. 9 d. Services were held in Bowmansville Mennonite Church, of which Bro. Brendle was a member, and interment in the adjoining burying ground. He leaves his widow and ten children, also a number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Services by Bros. Benj. Weaver and N. B. Bowman.

Horner. - Daniel Ananias, son of William and Christina Horner, was born in Kelso, Pa., March 24, 1924, and lived only one day. The parents feel very keenly the loss of their only child. Funeral services were conducted in the home by S. G. Shetler, where a number of relatives and neighbors were gathered together. The remains were laid away in the Stahl Mennonite cemetery.

Gehman. - Lydia Ann, daughter of Peter and Susanna Gehman, was born in Bucks Co., Pa., May 18, 1880; died March 19, 1924; aged 43 y. 10 m. 1 d. She was baptized and received into fellowship at Bowmansville, Pa., in 1897. Her mother died seven years ago. She leaves father, 3 sisters, and a brother. Services in Allegheny Church by Bro. Benj. Weaver and the home ministers. Text, Num. 10:29.

Mishler. - Joseph T. Mishler of Johnstown, Pa., was born Sept. 16, 1849; died March 16, 1924; aged 74 y. 6 m. Bro. Mishler leaves his widow, Elizabeth (Yoder) Mishler, four daughters, and one son to mourn his departure. The brother was ailing for some time, a blessed opportunity to make his calling and election sure. We hope his departure from this life was stepping forward to the heavenly life in the land of bliss. Funeral services were conducted March 19, by Wm. C. Hershberger (Theme -- "What is your life?" Jas. 4:14) and S. G. Shetler. Services held in the Stahl meeting house. Interment in the cemetery nearby.

Thomas. - Ruth N., only daughter of Jacob B. and Mary S. Thomas, New Danville, Pa., died March 4, 1924; aged 3 m. 29 d. She is survived by her parents, four brothers (Clayton, David, John, and Jacob), 4 grandparents, and 1 great-grandmother. Her departure has cast a deep shadow over the home, but we know that God doeth all things well. Funeral services were held March 8, conducted at the home and at the New Danville Church by Bro. Aaron Harnish and Bro. Maris Hess. Texts, Zech. 14:7; Psalms 39:9.

"Dearest darling, thou hast left us,
Here thy loss we deeply feel;
But 'tis God that hath bereft us;
He can all our sorrows heal."

Herr. - Mabel, daughter of Bro. John R. and Sister Mary Emma Herr of Quarryville, Pa., died Mar. 1, 1924; aged 15 y. 11 m. 11 d. She had been for ten weeks with heart trouble before death came. She united with the Mennonite Church about 4 yeas ago and was a faithful member and regular attendant whenever possible. She was very patient during her illness and never complained. She had won a large circle of friends and will be missed by many. She is survived by her parents, 6 brothers, 1 sister, and many other relatives and friends. Her remains were laid away on Mar. 4. Double funeral services were held for her and her niece, Emma E. Herr (aged 5 years) who was burned to death Mar. 3. Emma was a daughter of Bro. Elmer H. and Sister Mary Herr. Funeral services were held at New Providence Mennonite Church by Brethren John B. Myers and Abram D. Metzler. Interment in the adjoining cemetery.

Transcriber's note: Is there a separate obit for Emma E. Herr?

Eberly. - Miriam R., daughter of Henry and Emma Eberly of Christiana, Pa., died March 18, 1924; aged 5 y. 2 m. She leaves her parents, 2 sisters (Sue and Fanny) and 2 brothers (Eugene and Morris). For a year she suffered from spinal trouble; the most skilled advice was sought, but to no avail; she became helpless. She was sick only one day. Miriam was of a sunny disposition, and even during her affliction she always greeted one with her bright smile. Funeral services at Mellinger's Church, March 21, conducted by Bros. C. M. Brackbill and J. B. Senger.

"'Safe in the arms of her Savior she lies
Wonderful peace to her given!
In that blest mansion the soul never dies;
Still we may love her in heaven."
S. C. R.

Oswald. - Emanuel D. Oswald was born near Beck's Mills, Ohio, March 6, 1858; died at Charm, Ohio, March 12, 1924; aged 66 y. 6 d. He was united in marriage to Lydia Helmuth March 16, 1880. To this union were born 9 sons and 2 daughters. Two sons died in infancy. Lydia died Feb. 28, 1900. He was married again to Sarah Miller, Dec. 22, 1901. To this union were born 3 sons. He leaves his widow, 10 sons, 2 daughters, 28 grandchildren, 1 brother, 1 sister, and a host of relatives and friends. His sickness lasted over a year. Cause of death was cerebral apoplexy. He united with the Walnut Creek A. M. Church in his younger years where he was in good standing at the time of his death. Service at the Walnut Creek A. M. meeting house, conducted by Lester Hostetler and S. H. Miller. Text, Jas. 4:14. Buried in cemetery nearby.

Culp. - Marelda J., daughter of John and Mary (Tintsman) Parcell, was born near Oak Grove, St. Joseph Co., Ind., Feb. 22, 1868; died of paralysis near Wakarusa, Ind., Mar. 8, 1924; aged 56 y. 15 d. In her teens she accepted Christ as her personal Savior and continued true and steadfast with unchanging fidelity unto the end. In her early Christian experience she united with the Mennonite Church. On May 10, 1891, she was married to Simon P. Culp. To them were born four children (Claude C., Chloe May, married to Wm. Nussbaum, Mary Pearl, and Lucile Fern). She is the first of the immediate family to depart and be with Christ. Besides her family she is survived by two sisters and one brother (Mrs. T. J. Shely, Mrs. Aaron Holdeman, and John M. Parcell). Funeral services were conducted by J. W. Christophel and D. A. Yoder. Text, Phil. 1:21.

Howard. - Barbara N., widow of Levi Howard, died at her home in Fertility, East Lampeter Twp., Lancaster Co., Pa., March 4, 1924, in the 95th year of her age. She died of pneumonia after in illness of 10 days. She was a member of the Mennonite Church. She is survived by daughters, Amanda, wife of Martin Kreider, and Mary C. Howard, at home. The funeral was held March 8, at the home conducted by Bro. David Landis with further services at Mellinger's Church, conducted by Sanford Landis. Text, Job. 5:26. Interment in adjoining cemetery.

'Tis hard to part with grandmother dear,
No more to see, no more to hear;
A nobler grandmother could not be
Found this side of eternity.
But yet we're glad, if God thought best
To end her troubles and give her rest
In heaven, to sing with angels fair,
May our names, too, be written there?
That we again may grandmother meet
And walk with her through the golden street.

Hoffman. - John C. Hoffman was born in East Hemphill Township, Lancaster Co., Pa., Feb. 7, 1872; died March 16, 1924; aged 52 y. 1 m. 9 d. He was stricken with pleuro-pneumonia and suffered great pain, although his sickness was of very short duration. He was a faithful member of the Mennonite Church. He leaves a sorrowing wife, 3 sons, and 2 daughters (Mabel R., Amos R., John R., C. Heistand, and Mary Kathryn Hoffman), his aged mother, 4 brothers, 5 sisters, and many relatives and friends to mourn his early departure. Funeral services were held at the home by Bro. Daniel Gish, of Millersville, and at East Petersburg conducted by Bros. Frank Kreider and John Gochnauer. Interment in adjoining cemetery.

Oh, Father, how we miss your smiles,
Your loving tender voice,
How we longed to keep you with us,
But God has made His choice.
By the Family.

Hartzler. - Clyde Wm., son of David and Isabelle Hartzler, was born in Wayne Co., Ohio, April 26, 1903; peacefully passed away at his home from valvular heart trouble, March 7, 1924; aged 20 y 10 m. 11 d. His affliction covered a period of several months. In his suffering he was patient and resigned, submitting himself into the hands of a kind, loving heavenly Father. On April 21, 1918, he accepted Christ as his Savior, and by baptism was received into the Oak Grove Mennonite Church. He remained true to the faith until the final summons came to call him to the shore of immortality. He leaves father and mother, 3 brothers, and a large circle of near relatives and friends. Services conducted at the Oak Grove Church by Brethren C. Z. Yoder, J. S. Gerig, and Jesse Smucker, from Psa. 37:5; 90:12.

"Not now but in the coming years,
It may be in the better land,
We'll know the meaning of our tears,
And there sometime we'll understand."

Snyder. - Nathan L. Snyder was born Sept. 5, 1875; entered into rest March 15, 1924; aged 48 y. 6 m. 10 d He is survived by his widow and the following children: Edna, wife of Christ G. Hess; Sue, wife of D. Paul Hershey; C. Abram and Helen at home; also one grandchild, Eugene Hess, his aged mother, one sister and one brother. He was a son of the late Christian B. and Susan Longenecker Snyder, and was born on the old Snyder homestead, where he was reared and later operated the farm himself for a period of twenty-five years until a year ago when he moved to Lititz. There was evidence of failing health since November last, but six weeks ago his condition became acute, and he was obliged to take his bed. During his illness be suffered patiently and expressed peace of soul.

His race is run, his work is done.
His soul has gone to be at rest;
His loving smile, his kindly word,
Is now a memory of the past.

Wenger. - Elmer, son of Bro. Henry and Sister Susan Wenger. was born in Elkhart Co., Ind., May 27, 1886; died Mar. 12, 1924; aged 37 y. 9 m. 14 d. He is survived by his parents, 4 brothers (Noah, Clarence, Jacob, and John), and 1 sister (Edna). Four brothers (Vernon, Joseph, Jonas and Walter), and 2 sisters (Emma and Bertha), preceded him to the spirit world. He has been in ill health for about 22 years. In the latter part of June, 1923, he was admitted to the "Indiana Village for Epileptics" at New Castle, Ind. He returned about 13 days before his death and on his way home talked of those which preceded him to the spirit world. He united with the Mennonite Church while quite young and remained faithful till death. He gave a bright evidence just a few days before passing away, saying, "I hope I can soon go to a better home." Funeral services were conducted by J. W. Christophel at the home and by C. A. Shank and D. A. Yoder at the Olive Church near Elkhart, Ind. Text, Job. 14:14,15.

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Bumbaugh. - Infant son of Harry and Emma Bumbaugh died March 27 in Pond Bank, Pa. Short funeral services were conducted at the home of its great-grandparents, Bro. Wagaman's, by Harvey E. Shank. Buried in Pond Bank Cemetery.

Shank. - Jonas Shank was born near Leitersburg, Md., Sept. 3, 1844; died at the home of his son in Waynesboro, Pa., Mar. 20, 1924; aged 79 y. 6 m. 17 d. Surviving are his wife and sons (Henry, Noah and Jerome), also 3 sisters (Fannie, Mrs. Martha Miner, and Mrs. Susan Witmer). He was a member of the Mennonite Church for many years. Interment at Miller Mennonite Church.

Groff. - Sister Mary E. Groff was born June 29, 1883; died Feb. 29, 1924; aged 40 y. 8 m. She was married to Christian M. Groff Aug. 6, 1908. She is survived by her husband and 3 children (Elizabeth, Ira and Gladys); also 1 sister and 3 brothers. She was a faithful member of the Mennonite Church from youth. Funeral services were conducted at the home of Bro. Jacob Thomas, and at the New Providence Mennonite Church by Bros. Jacob Thomas and Aaron Harnish. Interment in adjoining cemetery.

Detweiler. - Amanda M. Myers, wife of Mahlon F. Detweiler of Souderton, Pa., was born Jan. 25, 1873; died Mar. 11, 1924; aged 51 y. 1 m. 16 d. She is survived by her husband, 2 daughters, 2 sons, and 6 grandchildren. Funeral services were held Mar. 15 at Rockhill Mennonite Church, conducted by Mahlon Souder, Alfred Detweiler, and Joseph Ruth. Text, Matt. 24:42.

"God in His wisdom has recalled
The boon His love had given;
And though the body slumbers here,
The Soul is safe in heaven."

Shoup. - Samuel M., son of Jacob and Nancy Shoup. was born in Holmes Co., Ohio, June 27, 1859; died Mar. 17, 1924, at his home near Seville, Ohio; aged 64 y. 8 m. 20 d. He was united in marriage to Katie Nold Nov. 20, 1884. To this union were born 6 sons and 3 daughters. Three sons preceded him in death. There are left to mourn his departure, his life companion (Katie), 3 sons and 3 daughters (Jacob, Allen, Elizabeth Kreider, Nancy Steinke, Hettie and Ralph), 10 grandchildren, 3 brothers, and 3 sisters. He united with the Mennonite Church in 1888 and remained a member of the same until death.

Leatherman. - Cora (Houseworth) Leatherman was born in Medina Co., Ohio, Sept. 3, 1871; died Feb. 19, 1924; aged 52 y. 5 m. 16 d. She was married to Frank R. Leatherman March 17, 1894. To this union there was born one daughter who died in infancy. She leaves to mourn her departure her bereaved husband, her niece, Winona, whom she cared for since early childhood, two brothers and a host of relatives and friends. She united with the Mennonite Church Feb. 10, 1907. She was a faithful member until death. She spent all her life in this vicinity, being loved by all who knew her. She was always willing to lend a helping hand whenever she could. Although her health has failed for the last five years it was not considered serious until about a year ago when she underwent a surgical operation from which she never fully recovered. She has been confined to her bed for nearly eight months, at times suffering untold agony. She bore it all patiently. Funeral services were hold at the Bethel Church, Feb. 22, conducted by Christ Gerig of Wauseon, Ohio, and the home ministers, S. D. Rohrer and J. M. Kreider, Text, II Kings 20:1, latter clause.

Litwiller. - Catherine (Birky) Litwiller was born in Tazewell Co., Ill., March 13, 1843; died Dec. 30, 1923; aged 80 y. 9 m. 17 d. She was united in marriage to Joseph Litwiller, March 9, 1862. To this union were born nine children, namely: Mary Oswald, Beemer, Nebr., Salome Eichelberger, Emden, Ill., Katie, at home, Christian A., John W., Daniel and Louis of Hopedale, Ill., and Ben F., Lakeworth, Fla. Her husband and two sons preceded her to the great beyond. She is also survived by 3 brothers, 3 sisters, 36 grandchildren, and 25 great-grandchildren, besides many relatives and friends. She united with the Amish Mennonite Church in her youth and remained faithful and loyal to the end. Funeral services were held Jan. 2, at the A. M. Church near Hopedale, Ill., conducted by Samuel Gerber, of Tremont, Ill.

Just a rest for weary footsteps,
Just a folding of tired hands;
Just a glimpse across the river,
Where the holy city stands.
By a granddaughter.

Wingard. - Sister Susannah Weaver Wingard was born in Cambria Co., Pa., Sept. 28, 1838; died of the infirmities of old age at the home of her daughter, Sister Christina Knavel, near Salix, Pa., March 16, 1924; aged 85 y. 5 m. 18 d. Her husband, Bro. John Wingard, with whom she had lived in matrimony about 65 years, died May 29, 1923. She was the mother of 15 children of whom 8 survive her. A few weeks before her death, she desired to be anointed and her daughters, Mrs. Lydia Craig and Mrs. Maria Thomas, of Quakertown, Pa., and her son Abram from New Mexico were also present. She was a faithful member of the Mennonite Church for many years and longed for the time of her departure. Funeral services were conducted in the home by Bro. Hiram Wingard and in the Weaver Church by Bro. S. G. Shetler, assisted by Bro. Wingard. A very large concourse of relatives and friends were assembled in the church in memory of one of the oldest members of the church. Interment in the Weaver cemetery.

Shantz. - Mary Ann Shantz, beloved wife of Wendell Shantz, was born near Baden, Ont., July 31, 1846; died Feb. 13, 1924; aged 76 y. 6 m. 12 d. She was married to Wendell Shantz, Nov. 28, 1870. This union was blessed with ten children of whom 2 sons and 2 daughters preceded her in death. She is survived by her husband, 3 sons, 3 daughters, 17 grandchildren, 3 brothers, and 1 sister.
Four years ago they observed their golden wedding anniversary with their family and relatives. In December, 1922, she was stricken with paralysis and was rendered almost helpless for 14 months until the message came, "Come home." Funeral services were conducted Feb. 16 by Orphen Wismer and Manasseh Hallman. Text, Psa. 27:10. Interment in the Shantz cemetery.

"We miss thee, mother, we must confess,
But we're glad to know thou art at rest;
We cannot understand sometimes just why
Thou art gone to the home in yonder sky,
But trust that some day we'll understand
When together with loved ones in heaven we stand."

Shank. - On Feb. 14, 1924, death entered the home of Bro. Lewis Shank of Paradise, Pa., and claimed the wife and mother, Sister Margaret Shank, aged 67 y. 3 m. 23 d. Her illness began with grippe, and her heart was also very weak. For a time it was thought she would recover, but other complications set in, which she was unable to overcome. Her sickness covered a period of six weeks. Sister Shank was married twice. Her first husband, Isaac E. LeFever, was killed in a runaway in 1896. Two children survive, Samuel M. Lefever of Paradise and Lydia, wife of Henry Burkhard of Roseland, Nebr. In 1903 she was again married to Lewis H. Shank of Missouri. He remains to mourn his great loss of a wife and companion, as do also his eight children by a former marriage. Sister Shank was an earnest Christian, always very generous towards everyone, and especially those who were really in need. She possessed that rare quality of making everyone about her feel good. The funeral services were in charge of Bro. J. B. Senger at the home, and at the Paradise Church by Bishops Abram Martin and C. M. Brackbill. She was buried in the cemetery adjoining the Mennonite Church at Strasburg, Pa.

McGowen. - Elizabeth Weber was born in Tuscarawas Co., Ohio, Nov. 12. 1852, and came with her parents to Indiana in the spring of 1856. They settled on the farm l 1/2 miles west of Nappanee, now owned by her and her husband, living on said farm 34 years. In 1909 she with her husband moved to Nappanee, where on Mar. 21, 1924, she fell peacefully asleep in Jesus, aged 71 y. 4 m. 9 d. She was united in marriage to James H. McGowen Feb. 25, 1875. To this union were born 2 sons and 2 daughters (Charles E., Nellie M., Milo V., and Mary A.). Charles E. died July 26, 1903, and Milo V. died June 25, 1909. She united with the Mennonite Church nearly 44 years ago and lived a consistent Christian life to the end. A few weeks before her end she desired the weekly prayer service to be held at their home, which she appreciated and enjoyed very much. Her work of charity among the needy will long be remembered. She leaves her husband, 2 daughters (Nellie Stahley and Mary Gwin), 8 grandchildren, 1 daughter-in-law, 4 sisters, 1 brother, and many relatives and friends. Funeral at the North Main Street Church in Nappanee conducted by D. J. Johns, assisted by D. D. Troyer.

"All is over, hands are folded
O'er a calm and peaceful breast;
All her suffering here is ended,
And dear mother is at rest."

Brackbill. - Barbara, daughter of the late Christian and Mattie Hershey, was born in Paradise Twp., Lancaster Co., Pa., Aug. 1, 1848; died March 8, 1924, at her home at Kinzer, aged 75 y. 7 m. 7 d. She was afflicted with a complication of diseases, and was sick only a few days. She lived in the neighborhood of her birthplace until death. She became a member of Hershey's Mennonite Church in early years, remaining faithful until the end. She will be greatly missed in the home, and in the church, where her seat was seldom vacant unless health would not permit her to go. On Dec. 8, 1869, she was married to Elam H. Brackbill. She was a faithful and loving wife and mother. She is survived by her husband, 2 sons (1 son having died in infancy), 5 daughters, 34 grandchildren, 10 great- grandchildren; also 5 brothers and 3 sisters. The end came peacefully. Before she left us she gave the expression, "I am ready to go." We feel assured that she is sweetly resting in the arms of Jesus. It brought sorrow to all, but it was the Lord's will to take her home to glory. Funeral services held March 12, conducted by Bro. C. M. Brackbill at the house, and by Bro. A. L. Martin at Hershey's Church. Texts, Matt. 24:44; Acts 13:36. Interment in the adjoining cemetery.

"All is over, hands are folded
On a calm and peaceful breast;
All her suffering here is ended,
And dear mother is at rest."
By a granddaughter.

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Livengood. - Margaret Elaine, daughter of Bro. Harry Livengood and wife, Springs, Pa., died March 20, 1924; aged 8 m. 11 d. Funeral services at the Springs Mennonite Church conducted by the brethren, P. S. Davis and N. E. Miller.

Hostetler. - Nannie, daughter of Noah and Mattie Hostetler of Mifflin Co., Pa., died March 25, 1924; aged 4 y. 6 m. 22 d. She leaves her parents, 2 sisters (Ada and Lizzie), and 1 brother (Bennie). She took sick about a week before her death. Let us all prepare to meet her in the land where all is joy and rest, as God gives the little children everlasting rest. She was a bright and happy child. Funeral services were conducted March 27 by Brethren Samuel Peachey and John Peachey.

"All is dark within our dwelling,
Lonely are our hearts today;
For the one we loved so dearly
Has forever passed away."

Rider. - Christian M. Rider was born near Elizabethtown, Pa., Jan. 15, 1853; died of pneumonia at the home of his son-in-law, Earl Donley, in Elizabethtown, Pa., March 21, 1924; aged 71 y. 2 m. 6 d. He was married to Annie Hess. To this union were born 14 children, 6 of whom with the mother preceded him to the spirit world. He is survived by 6 sons, 2 daughters, 15 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. He with his companion united with Risser's Mennonite congregation May 18, 1888, and remained faithful until death. Funeral services were held at the Elizabethtown Mennonite meeting house March 25, conducted by Bros. John Ebersole, Samuel L. Oberholtzer, and Samuel Frey. Text, Luke 23:28. Interment in the Rider burial ground.

Wenger. - Elsie, daughter of Samuel and Anna Lehman, was born near Burton City, Ohio, July 19, 1886; died March 22, 1924; aged 38 y. 8 m. 3 d. She was united in marriage to David W. Wenger Nov. 20, 1912. She was a faithful member of the Mennonite Church until death. She was a devoted wife and helpmate. By her congenial disposition she won many friends who keenly feel our loss, although our loss is her eternal gain. She leaves a sorrowing husband, father and mother (Samuel and Anna Lehman), one brother (George Lehman), two sisters (Mrs. Harry Landis and Mrs. Roy Horst). Funeral services were conducted at the Martin Mennonite Church by Bros. Ben Good, Moses Horst, and Abram Good. Text, "He is risen; he is not here." Laid to rest in cemetery nearby.

Musser. - Catherine Musser (nee Burkhart) was born in East Earl Twp., Lancaster Co., Pa., March 4, 1853; died March 24, 1924; aged 71 y. 20 d. She was married to Israel Musser in 1873. To this union were born 12 children, 3 of whom preceded her to the spirit world. She was a faithful member of the Bowmansville Mennonite Church and departed with a blessed hope to meet her Savior. Her illness was the result of several attacks of paralysis, being conscious until a few hours before her death. The husband survives; also 9 children, 31 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. The funeral was held March 27 at the Bowmansville meeting house and burial was made in the adjoining cemetery. Services by Bro. N. H. Mack in English and Bro. Benj. Weaver in German. Text, II Thess. 4:13-15. A large concourse of friends and neighbors gathered to pay the last tribute of respect to one that was loved by all who met her.

"We miss thee from our home, dear mother,
We miss thee from thy place;
A shadow o'er our life is cast,
We miss the sunshine of thy face."

Moyer. - Mary A., daughter of Nicholas and Veronica Bixler, was born in Mahoning Co., Ohio, in 1845, and died at her home at Leetonia, April 1, at the age of 78 years. During her childhood she lived in Mercer Co., Pa., where she was united in marriage to Jacob N. Moyer, January, 1865. She with her husband moved to Leetonia, Ohio, where they have lived ever since. She was a member of the Mennonite Church for many yeas, remaining faithful to the end. She was faithful in her devotions and possessed a disposition of good will towards everybody and perfect contentment in her lingering illness covering many years. Funeral services were held at the home on April 3, with burial at the Midway Mennonite Church, in charge of Bro. A. J. Steiner, assisted by Bro. I. B. Witmer and Bro. ___ Brilhart. Text, Psa. 46:4.

Hershberger. - Evelyn Mae, daughter of Leander L. and Wilma L. Hershberger, Locktown, Ind., died April 2, 1924; aged 7 y. 10 m. 12 d. Death came after a severe attack of pneumonia, followed by a relapse and other complications. In 1909 she was severely attacked with influenza, which left her weak but apparently well. During her sickness, she bore her sufferings with much patience. Evelyn had a sunny disposition, loved by all who knew her. She leaves father, mother, two brothers (Clyde L. and Lowell D.), and two sisters (Gladys L. and Verda E.), and a great number of relatives and friends. Services at the house by D. D. 'Troyer and at the church by Silas Weldy and D. D. Troyer. Text. Job 14:1, 2

"All is over, hands are folded,
On a calm and peaceful breast;
All her suffering here is ended,
And our loved one is at rest."

Shantz. - Mary Ann, beloved wife of Bro. Wendell Shantz, was born near Baden, Ont., July 31, 1846; was married to Wendell Shantz Nov. 28, 1870; died Feb. 16, 1924; aged 76 y. 6 m. 12 d. This union was blessed with 10 children, 2 sons and 2 daughters preceding her in death. She leaves her husband, 3 sons, 3 daughters, 17 grandchildren, 3 brothers, and 1 sister. Four years ago the Lord permitted them to celebrate their golden wedding together with their family and relatives. In December, 1922, she was stricken with paralysis and was rendered almost helpless for fourteen months, until the message came to "come home." May God reward the family for the loving care shown to mother in time of affliction. Funeral services were conducted by Brethren Orphen Wismer and Manasseh Hallman. Text, Psa. 27:10. Interment in Shantz Cemetery.

"We miss thee, dear mother, we must confess,
But are glad to know thou art gone to rest;
We can not understand, sometimes, just why
Thou art gone to thy home in yonder sky,
But trust that some day we'll understand
When together with loved ones in heaven we'll stand."

Transcriber's note: Given age is not consistent with birth and death dates.

Landis. - Katie W. (Denlinger), wife of Elmer Landis, Witmer, Pa., entered into rest March 24, 1924; aged 36 y. 4 m. 16 d. She is survived by her husband, 2 children (Clarence and Ellis), also 5 brothers. She united with the Mennonite Church in her early years and was a faithful member of the Mellinger congregation until death, also a Sunday school teacher of little boys in the basement. She was of a cheerful disposition. Sister Katie suffered a great deal during her affliction, but she bore it all patiently. We visited her several times and she would never complain but was always cheerful, that even the physicians wondered. She had the patience of a saint. Funeral services were held March 27, from her late home and at Mellinger's meeting house where a large number of sorrowing relatives and friends had met to show the last tribute of respect to one they had loved. Services by Bros. David and Sanford Landis. Text, Rev. 7:13-17.

"Afflictions sore, for months she bore,
Physicians were in vain;
Till God did please, to give her ease,
And relieve her of her pain."

Sauder. - Sister Barbara (nee Lehman), wife of Bro. Benj. M. Sauder, fell asleep in Jesus at the Lancaster Central Hospital, March 31, 1924; aged 50 y. 4 m. 14 d. While at work doing the family washing in her home at Florin, Pa., her clothing caught fire. Her youngest daughter, saw the fire, gave the alarm, but help could not avail. She was rushed to the hospital, where she lingered from 8 A. M. to 7 P. M. She retained her consciousness until near the end, and prayed much of the time. She bore her sufferings patiently. She told her husband and daughters that she was trusting in the everlasting arms of Jesus. She leaves her husband, two daughters (Barbara and Mary, both in the fold of Christ), 4 sisters (Anna and Mary A. Lehman - the latter an invalid for 28 years - Fannie Sauder and Emma S. Lineweaver), 2 brothers (John S. and Geo. H. Lehman). She was a faithful member of the Mennonite Church from her youth, being present at all services when health permitted. Funeral services at the home and at Mt. Joy Mennonite Church, conducted by Brethren Isaac Brubaker, Lehman Kraybill, and Henry Lutz . Text, II Tim. 4:6,7. Though our loss is great, we pray that God's will may be done.

Earths sorrows will all be forgotten,
And we shall be safe in the fold;
Shut in with our Lord and His angels,
While we walk on the streets of pure gold."

Harrold. - Samuel, third son of Samuel and Susan Harrold, passed peacefully to his eternal home at his residence in Columbiana, Ohio, with the comfort of a living faith and hope in Christ, the Redeemer. Death followed pneumonia after an illness of only a few days duration. He was born Aug. 29, 1850, and died March 20, 1924; aged 73 y. 6 m. 21 d. In 1872 he was united in holy wedlock to Nancy Culp. In the 51 years of their married life last Sunday morning was the first time he did not get up to eat his breakfast. To this union three children were born. Thirty-three years ago be was converted and united with the Mennonite Church. During these years he attended services regularly and took an active part in the Sunday school and other departments of church work. Bro. Harrold was a man with a large acquaintance. He seemed to have a smile and a kind word for everybody. His genial disposition and personal interest in all with whom he came in contact, won for him a warm spot in the lives of the large circle of his friends, as was evidenced by the big assembly of people who met at his funeral to pay their last tribute of respect. He will be missed by his sorrowing family, fellow townsmen, neighbors and friends and especially at his usual place of worship that always to him was a great source of comfort and spiritual uplift. When a young man and for some years after he was married he engaged in blacksmithing in Columbiana. He later he quit that trade and moved on a farm near the Midway Mennonite Church which he occupied until about eight years ago when he retired from farming and again returned to Columbiana and became affiliated with his son, H. A. Harrold, in a business known as the Harrold Tool Co. In this work as well as in blacksmithing he proved himself a master mechanic. Funeral services were held at his home and at the Midway Mennonite Church, where an overflowing house met to pay their final tribute to the memory of the departed. Funeral in charge of the resident ministers. Interment in the adjoining cemetery.

Stineman. - Barbara Stineman (nee Stahley) was born in Locke Twp., near what is now Nappanee, Ind., Feb. 22, 1844; died in Nappanee April 5, 1924; aged 80 y. 1 m. 13 d. She was united in marriage with Daniel Metzler, Oct. 5, 1862, who died 46 years ago. To this union were born 9 children (John, Jesse, Jonas, Elizabeth Bechtel, David, Mary Strouse, Fannie Hosmer and Anne Myers). One son (Daniel) died in infancy. In 1886 she was united in marriage with Jonas Stineman of Miami Co., Ind. To this union was born one son, Ervin. who died at the age of 22. Mother Stineman was reared to womanhood on the farm where she was born. After their marriage they purchased the 80 acres on the southwest corner of Nappanee where they lived until the town was plotted when they moved south of town where her husband died a few years later. After her second marriage she lived in Miami Co., Ind., until her husband died 4 years ago, since which time she lived in Nappanee with her oldest daughter, Mrs. Menno Bechtel. She is survived by her 8 children, 4 step-children, 50 grandchildren, 71 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild, 3 brothers (Moses, Solomon and Samuel), and 1 sister (Mrs. Yost Yoder). She was converted and united with the Mennonite Church in which faith she lived and died triumphantly. Sister Stineman was of a quiet disposition, faithful in her churchgoing and a woman who was serviceable in many avenues of church work. Services were conducted by the brethren, J. H. McGowen and Silas Weldy. Text, Acts 20:24. Buried at Union Center Cemetery.

Gerig. - Sebastian Gerig was born May 27, 1838, in Alsace, France. He accepted Christ as his Savior and united with the Mennonite Church when 14 years of age. Three years later he came to America, spending a few weeks in Canada, about six years in Davis County, Iowa, and two years in Ohio. After this be came to Henry County, Iowa, where he has since resided. On Sept. 11, 1864, he was united in marriage with Magdalena Goldsmith, with whom he lived in holy matrimony almost 60 years. To this union were born three sons and nine daughters. He was called to the ministry of the Sugar Creek congregation, near Wayland, Iowa. Ten years later he was ordained as bishop. He took active part in this service for 55 years. He was remarkably active until last October, when health began to fail. Since then he has not been able to attend church services. The past ten weeks he was confined to his bed. During his illness he suffered much but bore it patiently. When his pains were almost beyond endurance he always lifted his voice in prayer in behalf of the Church, his children and grandchildren, and thanked the Lord for his many blessings. He was submissive to his Master's will and asked that God's will and not his own be done. On April 3, 1924, be peacefully passed away, at the age of 85 y. 10 m. 6 d. He leaves his aged companion, two sons and eight daughters (Joseph, Jacob, Elizabeth, wife of C. M. Roth, Lydia, wife of Jacob Eigsti, Anna, wife of William Wyse, Mollie, wife of D. W. Orendorf, Lavina, wife of Amos Wyse, Eva Leichty, Emma, wife of A. D. Blosser, Minnie, wife of S. J. Sutter; all of the Sugar Creek congregation, near Wayland, Iowa, excepting Joseph, who is residing near Springdale, Ark., and Lydia, living near Morton, Ill.), and 29 grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. One son, a daughter, and a grandson preceded him to the eternal beyond. Funeral services at the Sugar Creek Church, April, conducted by Bros. Joe Hershberger, Daniel Graber, and Simon Gingerich, the sermon being based on Luke 2 :29, the text which was selected by the aged bishop. He was especially interested in the welfare of young people, and willing to lend a helping hand to any one in need. He will be greatly missed in the home, the Church, and the community.

Transcriber's note: Day date of funeral missing from the original.

Yoder. - William Y., youngest son of Yost and Elizabeth Yoder, was born in Iowa Co., Iowa, Nov. 2, 1865; died of diabetes at his home in Iowa Co., Iowa, March 29, 1924; aged 58 y. 4 m. 27 d. At the age of 20 years he united with the Amish Mennonite Church of which he was a faithful member until death. Nov. 15, 1888; he was united in marriage to Matilda Fisher. To this union were born two children (Blanche E., wife of Alpha R. King and Omer J. Yoder) who with his loving companion, 4 grandchildren, 2 brothers and 3 sisters, and many other relatives and friends deeply mourn his departure. On June 25, 1921, while unloading hay in the barn he was struck in the head by a pulley which severely fractured his skull. An operation was at once performed which saved his life, but met with little success in restoring him to a normal mental and physical condition otherwise. This accident caused him to lose the power of speech and he was never again able to carry on a conversation, only being able to speak a few words at times, but by the use of a wheel chair and a cane he was able to go about the house to some extent. By the few words he was able to speak and by motions and signs he was able to make his wants known to his wife and others. During these years of his affliction he endured patiently, one of his most constant companions being his Bible, in which he took a deep interest although he was only able to read such portions as he was well acquainted with before his injury. Some of his last requests to his wife and children were to remain faithful and meet him in glory and especially that his grandchildren be instructed in the fear of the Lord. For the church he also left a message which was that the members should be at peace one with another and with the ministry. On last Wednesday, when he was still able to be about the house where the rest of the family were attending the funeral of Bro. Wm. Hauber he gave instructions to his companion for the arrangements for his funeral, selecting hymns and also selecting Bro. Abner G. Yoder to preach his funeral. He was fully conscious that the time of his departure was soon to be at hand. Funeral services were held at the West Union Church April 1, 1924, conducted by the brethren Abner G. Yoder, P. P. Swartzendruber and J. K. Yoder. Text, Luke 23:45. Burial in nearby cemetery.

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Ruth. - John C., son of Bro. John and Sister Lizzie Ruth of Morwood, Pa., died March 28, 1924; aged 2 y. 7 m. 27 d. He was sick one week suffering with pneumonia followed by meningitis. He leaves father, mother, and one sister (Pearl). One little brother preceded him in death. Funeral services at the Franconia Mennonite Church, conducted by Bros. Menno Souder, Abram Clemmer and Abram Derstine. Text Jno. 16:20.

Reider. - Bro. Christian M. Reider was born Jan. 15, 1853; died March 21, 1924; aged 71 y. 2 m. 5 d. His wife preceded him to the spirit world some years ago. He was a member of the Mennonite Church for many years in the Elizabethtown, Pa., district. Eight children survive (Edwin, Harry, William, Amos, Phares, Christian, Anna, and Ada). Funeral services were held at Elizabethtown Church by Bro. John Ebersole and Bro. Samuel Oberholtzer. Text, Luke 23:27-29.

"All is over, hands are folded
On a quiet, peaceful breast;
All his suffering here is ended,
And our loved one is at rest."

Gingerich. - Leah B., daughter of Elias M. and Rebecca (Bauman) Gingerich, was born in Lebanon Co., Pa., April 16, 1915; died April 7, 1924; aged 8 y. 11 m. 21 d. She leaves her bereaved parents, 2 brothers, 4 sisters (Nancy, Lucinda, Ervin, Sidney, Elsie, Minerva), 4 grandparents, uncles, aunts, and cousins. She was a bright little girl, beloved by all. Her sickness was acute nephritis. She suffered much for two weeks, till the Lord took her home. Services at the house and at the Brethren Church, Rohrerstown, Pa., April 11, conducted by John A. Weaver and Frank Witmer. Text, Psa. 16:6. Interment in adjoining cemetery.

"All is over, hands are folded,
On a calm and peaceful breast;
All her suffering here is ended,
And dear Leah is at rest."

Rohrer. - Barbara A., wife of Wayne B. Rohrer, was born in Lancaster Co., Pa., Aug. 8. 1856; died at her home from heart failure March 1, 1924; aged 67 y. 6 m. 22 d. She was a faithful member of the Mennonite Church for many years, also took an active part in the sisters' sewing circle. She is survived by her husband, one daughter (Sue, wife of Milton B. Landis), one son (Christian), nine grandchildren, one sister (Mrs. Sue Kreider), one brother (Benj. Stauffer), one half-brother (John Stauffer). She was a kind and affectionate mother and will be missed in the home as well as in the community. Funeral services were conducted March 4, at the Stumptown Mennonite Church by Bros. David S. Landis and Sanford B. Landis. Text, Rev. 14:13,14.

"Your life work is ended, dear mother,
You're with the loved ones gone before;
May we all prepare to meet you
On that bright celestion shore."

Transcriber's note: "celestion shore" is as in the original.

Hess. - Adam Hess was born May 13, 1841; died April 5, 1924; aged 82 y. 10 m. 22 d. He was married to Barbara Graybill, who preceded him in death twelve years ago. He was a member of the New Danville Mennonite Church, remaining faithful until death. He will be greatly missed in the home and in the church, for his seat was seldom vacant until health would not permit him to go. He is survived by two daughters (Mrs. Abram G. Harnish and Mrs. Lizzie Fenstermacher), two granddaughters (Barbara E. Harnish and Mrs. Harry G. McMichael), also one brother (Benj. F. Hess). Funeral services were held April 8, conducted by Bro. Noah Hess at the house (Text, Phil. 4:8), and at the New Danville Mennonite Church by Bro. Jacob Thomas, Aaron Harnish, and Maurice Hess. Texts, II Cor. 5:6-10; Psa. 39, and Psa. 116:15. Interment in adjoining cemetery.

"We miss thee from our home,
We miss thee from thy place;
A shadow o'er our life is cast,
We miss the sunshine of thy face"

Esch. - Catherine, daughter of Christian and Catherine Schertz, was born at Peoria, Ill., on Oct. 29, 1848; died at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Springer, near Metamora, Ill.. on April 7, 1924; aged 75 y. 5 m. 8 d. She was united in marriage to Peter Esch Feb. 6, 1872. To this union were born five children (Mrs. Emma Springer, Mrs. Elizabeth Schertz, Solomon, Christian, and Ben). She also leaves 13 grandchildren, one sister (Anna Householder), and three brothers (Christian, Andrew, and Peter). Her husband preceded her in death and also one son (Christian), and one sister (Lena Schertz), two brothers (John and Joseph) and two grandchildren. In her youth she united with the Mennonite Church and remained a faithful member until death. She spent her years in devoted service for her home, her children, and her church. She will long be remembered as a loving mother. Funeral services were held at the Mennonite Church near Metamora, Ill., April 11, conducted by Henry R. Schertz and A. A. Schrock. Text, Matt. 25:34; Psa. 90.

Morrow. - William Franklin, son of Joseph and Sarah Morrow, was born near Wellman, Iowa, May 3, 1849; died March 29, 1924; aged 75 y. 10 m. 26 d. In October, 1878, he was married to Malinda Stillings. To this union were born 3 sons and 4 daughters, 2 sons having died in infancy, and one daughter (Alta) departed at the age of 32. The remaining children, who with their mother, 8 grandchildren and many other relatives and friends, mourn his departure, are Joseph, Mrs. G. T. Karr, Mrs. Matthew Jaynes, and Mrs. W. W. Lutton. About 12 years ago he united with the Daytonville Mennonite Church. Of this congregation he was a faithful member at the time of his death. As long as the state of his health permitted he was a regular attendant at its services. The last time he was able to be present was the last communion service which was held last summer. Bro. Morrow had been enjoying about the average degree of health for one of his age, until within the last year, he began to fail, and last September suffered a stroke of paralysis. Funeral services at the Daytonville Church, March 31, conducted by the ministry of the West Union Mennonite Church. Text, Psa. 39:5. Interment in the Wassonville Cemetery.

Hauber. - Christian Wilhelm Hauber was born in Schorndorf, Germany, March 30, 1870; died at his home in Johnson Co., Iowa, March 24, 1924; aged 53 y. 11 m. 24 d. In 1913 he accepted Christ as his Savior, and united with the Mennonite Church, West Union congregation, of which be remained a faithful member until death. March 11, 1913, he was married to May Yoder. To this union were born two daughters, one of whom died in infancy, and Erma Fern, aged 5 years. He leaves his sorrowing wife, one daughter, one sister (Mrs. William Horn), besides many other sorrowing relatives and friends. He had been in his usual health until March 16, when he was stricken with acute appendicitis, for which an operation was performed. His condition from the beginning had been quite serious, but at first his recovery seemed quite hopeful. Later on he grew weaker, until Monday morning at six o'clock he answered the final summons and went to his heavenly home, after an illness of only one week. Funeral services at West Union Church, March 26, conducted by the ministers of his home congregation. Text, I Sam. 20:3. Burial in cemetery nearby.

"How we miss your gentle footsteps,
0, we miss your loving smile;
But we're glad 'tis not forever -
We're only parted for a while."

Yoder. - Jacob S. Yoder was born in Holmes Co., Ohio, June 8. 1863; died at his home near Pigeon, Mich., April 3, 1924; aged 60 y. 9 m. 25 d. In 1870 he moved with his parents to Johnson Co., Iowa, where he grew to manhood. In his early life be accepted Christ as his Savior and remained faithful to the end. On Dec. 25, 1892, he was married to Ida Kempf and in the year 1894 she died leaving a daughter (Cora, the wife of John Y. Swartzendruber). On Feb. 28, 1897, he was again married to Rebecca Bontrager. Seven children were born to this union (Eva, Monroe, Walter, Minerva, Maynard, Joseph, and Andrew). Minerva died in 1918 and the others and also one adopted daughter with the mother survive; also one grandchild, five brothers, a sister and many friends. His death came rather in an unexpected way, and yet his health had been failing for the last several years from heart trouble and dropsy. He had eaten his breakfast with the rest of the family, when in a moment, without a struggle, he passed away. Only a few days before his death he yet sang the song, "Christ the Lord cometh, Man know'th not when." On May 13, 1906, he was ordained to the ministry, in which office he labored until death. Funeral services were held at the Pigeon River Church, April 6, conducted by Bro. M. S. Zehr in German from Rom. 6:23, and Bro. Menno Esch in English from Amos 4:12. Interment in the cemetery nearby.

Stalter. - Almon J., son of J. D. and Ida Stalter, was born in Livingston Co., Ill., Nov. 6, l905; died in the sanitarium at Pontiac, Ill., March 24, 1924; aged 18 y. 4 m. 19 d. He had bene taking treatments since Dec. 28, 1922. Previous to this he had been staying at Bro. Jos. King's near Chenoa, Ill. His health seemed to improve until the last two weeks when he rapidly grew worse until he was called up higher. He became a member of the Waldo Mennonite Church March 12, 1921, and remained faithful to the end. His expression in the last few days, especially leaving a testimony that he was prepared to meet his Maker. His father preceded him to the spirit world August 6, 1917, and his mother on June 22, 1921, thus leaving a family of 7 children fatherless and motherless.
His brother, Ira J., was born Oct. 7, 1907, and died at the Mennonite Sanitarium, Bloomington, Ill., March 30, 1924. Death was due to hemorrhages cause by a bullet wound accidentally self-inflicted. He was baptized March 13, 1921, and remained faithful to the end. They leave one sister (Nora), four brothers (Roy, Ora, Earl and John), an aged grandfather, besides many cousins, relatives and friends. Almon was taken to the home of his uncle, Daniel Stalter, where services were held by Bro. D. W. Slagel and at the Waldo Church by Bro. J. D. Hartzler. Ira was fallen* to the home of Bro. Roy Slagel near Chenoa, Ill., where he had made his home for the last four years. Funeral services were held by Bro. D. W. Slagel at the house and by Bro. Benjamin Rupp at the Waldo Church. Interment in Waldo Cemetery by the side of their parents.

Transcriber's note: (1)This would seem to be the obituaries of two brothers; (2)"bene taking" is as in the original. *probably sholud be "taken".

Yoder. - Ezra, son of Bishop Michael Yoder of near McVeytown, Pa., was born, Aug. 3, 1862; died March 28, 1924, of tuberculosis; aged 61 y. 7 m. 25 d. The disease ran its course for several years but he was confined to the house for only one week and in bed only a few days. On Feb. 2, 1892, he was united in marriage with Sallie, daughter of Deacon David Yoder. To this union were born two boys and four girls. He united with the A. M. Church in his early years and was faithful to the end. He will be missed in the community and in the Church. Funeral at the Mattawana Church, conducted by Eli H. Kanagy and Joshua B. Zook. Interment in the Hertzler Cemetery.

"Dear father, thou hast left us,
We our sorrows deeply feel;
But 'tis God that hath bereft us,
He can all our sorrows heal."
The children.

Transcribed by Carl Metzler, Indiana