Brunk. -- Leah, daughter of Simon P. and Barbara Good, was born near Elida, Ohio, April 24, 1896; passed away at the Memorial Hospital, Lima, Ohio, Oct. 30, 1948; aged 52 y. 6 m. 6 d. She spent most of her life in the same community. Early in youth she accepted Christ and became a member of the Pike Mennonite Church, of which she remained a member until death. Her deep devotion to the church was expressed by constant prayer for the maintaining of its standards and for its leaders. On March 19, 1919, she was united in marriage to Reuben R. Brunk, of Elida, Ohio, who survives. Also surviving are 7 children (Lillian, Hannibal, Mo.; Lawrence, Gladys - Mrs. Lester Cressman, Gertrude, Miriam - Mrs. Vernon Heatwole, Kenneth, Elida, Ohio; Margaret, E.M.C., Harrisonburg, Va.), one grandchild, 5 sisters and one brother (Anna - Mrs. John M. Brenneman, Rebecca - Mrs. E. E. Troyer, Mary - Mrs. Herschel Brenneman, Elizabeth - Mrs. M. L. Troyer, and Menno, all of Elida; and Clara - Mrs. Robert Ross, South Boston, Va.). Her sympathetic concern and prayer for the smallest problem of each member of the family was appreciated and will be missed. Funeral services were conducted at the home by Menno Troyer and at the Pike Church by Elmer Yoder, assisted by Lloy Kniss.

Burkholder. -- Emma Virginia, youngest daughter of David H. and Mary (Beery) Landes, was born near Harrisonburg, Va., July 2, 1869; died Oct. 26, 1948; aged 79 y. 3 m. 24 d. On Oct. 11, 1903, she was united in marriage to C. Newton Burkholder, who preceded her in death six years ago. Surviving are one daughter (Ada Burkholder, Harrisonburg, Va.), one son (Irvin Burkholder, Harrisonburg), one adopted son (Robert Burkholder, Bridgewater, Va.), 7 grandchildren, and a number of nieces and nephews. Although she had been afflicted for several years, her condition was not considered serious until she rather suddenly grew weaker and three days later passed away. In her youth she united with the Mennonite Church, of which she remained a member until death. Funeral services were held at the home by Paul Good and at the Weaver Church by D. W. Lehman and S. H. Rhodes. Text: Micah 6:8. Interment was made in the near-by cemetery.

Hartman. -- Lyle Burnell, son of Lowell H. and Anabel (Maust) Hartman, was born at the Goshen, Ind., Hospital, Nov. 4, 1948; died at the same place Nov. 8, 1948; aged 4 d. Surviving are his parents, one sister (Wanda Doreen), one brother (Phil Lynn), 4 grandparents (Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Maust, and Mr. and Mrs. Abram Hartman), uncles, aunts, and cousins. Funeral services were conducted at the home by John H. Mosemann. Burial was made in the Yellow Creek Cemetery.

Hostetler. -- Christopher R., son of Christian Y. and Lydia (Troyer) Hostetler, was born near Bellefontaine, Ohio, Oct. 15, 1871; died at his home in West Liberty, Nov. 10, 1948; aged 77 y. 25 d. On Nov. 28, 1895, he was united in marriage to Elizabeth Hartzler, who preceded him in death in 1923. To this union were born 7 children, of whom 5 survive (Allie Mae, Florence, and Lena, at home; LeRoy, Bellefontaine, Ohio; and Elmer, Rittman, Ohio). Also surviving are 3 brothers (Samuel E., Zanesfield, Ohio; Amos, West Liberty, Ohio; and Ammon, Bellefontaine, Ohio), and 2 granddaughters. Four brothers and 3 sisters preceded him in death. He was a member of the South Union Mennonite Church. His life was spent in farming in Logan Co., Ohio, except for four years when the family lived at Oyster Point, Va. Funeral services were held at the South Union Church on Nov. 12, conducted by Marion King and Perry Daniels. Burial was made in the Alexander Cemetery.

Kendig. -- Oscar L., son of the late Martin L. and Mary (Landis) Kendig, was born near Conestoga Center, Lancaster Co., Pa., Aug. 8, 1859; departed from this life Nov. 7, 1948; aged 89 y. 2 m. 29 d. Death followed a ten-month illness. One daughter and 3 sons preceded him in death. Surviving are his wife (Martha Ann Hess Kendig), 2 daughters and 3 sons (Virgie - Mrs. Howard E. Moore, with whom he resided; Roy V., East Petersburg, Pa.; Daniel L., Lehman Place, Pa.; Miriam E. - Mrs. Harry C. Ament, Lancaster, Pa.; and Earl O., Ronks, Pa.), 16 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, one brother (Elmer E., Emporia Kans.), and one sister (Addie - Mrs. George Peusch, Lancaster.) During their early years of married life he and his wife united with the Mellinger Mennonite Church, Lancaster. Funeral services were conducted at his late home on Nov. 10 by Jacob Harnish and David Landis. Text: II Cor. 5:1. Interment was made in the Mellinger Cemetery.

Marks. -- Clyde, son of Edward and Edith (Hunsberger) Marks, was born in Wakarusa, Ind., April 11, 1913; departed from this life Nov. 10, 1948; aged 35 y. 6 m. 29 d. His death came suddenly and unexpectedly, resulting from an accident which occurred while he was cleaning his gun. He regained consciousness long enough to explain the details of the accident to his friends. He had a friendly disposition and had won many friends. Besides his parents there survive 2 children (Patricia Ellen and Clyde Edward), one brother (Lowell, Elkhart, Ind.). 5 sisters (Ruth - Mrs. Raymond Davidhizer, Ethel - Mrs. Willis Hahn; Grace - Mrs. George Davidhizer, all of Wakarusa; and Lois and Leona, at home), one grandmother (Mrs. Daniel Hunsberger, Wakarusa), and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Holdeman Mennonite Church on Nov. 12, in charge of C. A. Shank and Merrill Weaver. Text: Job 14:14. Interment was made in the Olive Cemetery.

Myers. -- John M., son of the late Lewis and Elizabeth Myers, was born near Danboro, Bucks Co., Pa., June 1, 1881; died at the same place, Oct. 5, 1948; aged 67 y. 4 m. 4 d. Death resulted from a heart attack. His wife (Ella S. Myers) preceded him in death on Feb. 27, 1942. Surviving are 3 sons and one daughter (Arthur T., Doylestown, Pa.; Chester, Souderton, Pa.; Leidy and Edith, of Danboro). He was a member of the Deep Run Mennonite Church for many years, and was active in church and Sunday-school work. For a number of years he served as a member of the Franconia Board of Missions and Charities. Funeral services were held in the Blooming Glen Church, in charge of the Deep Run ministers. Interment was made in the Deep Run Cemetery.

Newcomer. -- Henry R., son of the late Peter and Mary (Rohrer) Newcomer, was born in Medina Co., Ohio, Feb. 14, 1854; died at the home of his son (Ira), Seville, Ohio, Nov. 12, 1948; aged 94 y. 8 m. 28 d. On Dec. 27, 1877, he was united in marriage to Alevia Detwiler, Mahoning Co., Ohio. In 1887 he and his companion accepted Christ and united with the Mennonite Church, of which he remained a member until death. On Sept. 30, 1893, he was ordained deacon of the Bethel congregation, Wadsworth, Ohio. He served faithfully and well in this capacity as long as his health permitted. For a little more than a year he was confined to his home. His companion preceded him in death on Feb. 13, 1937. Surviving are 4 children (Katie Neff, Lancaster, Pa.; Mabel Lytle, Smithville, Ohio; Ira, Seville, Ohio; and Homer, Grand Rapids, Mich.), 11 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the home and at the Bethel Church, in charge of S. D. Rohrer, J. Robert Kreider, and O. N. Johns. Interment was made in the Mennonite Cemetery.

Shank. -- Merle Robert, son of Ralph and Kathryn (Selzer) Shank, Hubbard, Oreg., was born at the Silverton Hospital, Nov. 9, 1948; passed away Nov. 10, 1948; aged 30 hours. Surviving are his parents, 2 brothers (Wayne Edward and Dale Richard), 3 grandparents (Mr. and Mrs. F. M. Shank, Hubbard, Oreg.; and Mrs. Harry Selzer, Canton, Kans.), and a great-grandfather (L. L. Beck, Peabody, Kans.). Brief services were conducted at the cemetery of the Hopewell Mennonite Church, near Hubbard, in charge of James Bucher.

Shantz. -- Mary E., daughter of John and Sarah Cox, was born in Clinton Co., Ind., Feb. 28, 1875; died Nov. 1, 1948; aged 73 y. 8 m. 4 d. On Jan. 26, 1899, she was married to James Milton Shantz in Livingston Co., Ill. In 1901 they moved to Elkhart Co., Ind., locating near Elkhart. To this union were born 2 sons (Paul and Luke, both of Elkhart) and 2 daughters (Ruth - Mrs. Joseph Smeltzer, Logansport, Ind.; and Esther, who died in 1922). Her husband died on Jan. 13, 1918. Surviving besides 3 children are 11 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends. In her youth she united with the Mennonite Church and remained a member until death. She had a kind and loving disposition. Funeral services were held at the White Funeral Home in Elkhart on Nov. 4, in charge of C. A. Shank. Text: Rev. 14:13. Interment was made in the Prairie Street Cemetery.

Stauffer. -- Benjamin E., son of Benjamin H. and Susanna (Erb) Stauffer, was born near Manheim, Pa., Sept. 6, 1864; died Nov. 7, 1948; aged 84 y. 2 m. 1 d. At the age of four years he moved with his family to Washington Co., Md., where he united with the Reiff Mennonite Church in 1891. In that same year he was married to Nancy K. Horst, who died three years later. On Jan. 5, 1897, he was married to Susan B. Shenk. Their two children died in infancy. "Uncle Ben," as many people called him, was a cabinet maker. When the home for aged people was opened near Maugansville, Md., he and his wife were persuaded to take charge and served for fourteen years. Then, following an extended trip to the West Coast, they settled in Reading, Pa., where they assisted with the mission work for three and one-half years, afterwards moving to Lititz, Pa., to retire. On March 9, 1943, his wife passed away. He was a shut-in for about four years. Death was caused by a stroke. He loved his church and served as long as he was able, being particularly interested in mission work. Funeral services were held Nov. 11 at his late home and at the East Petersburg Church, with Amos Horst, John S. Hess, and Homer Bomberger in charge. Text: II Cor. 5:1. His body lies in the East Petersburg Cemetery. His surviving relatives wish to thank neighbors and friends for their many expressions of kindness during the time of illness and bereavement.

Stoner. -- Daniel R., son of the late Isaac K. and Mary (Rohrer) Stoner, was born at East Petersburg, Pa., April 7, 1877; died in Manor Twp., Lancaster Co., Pa.; Nov. 8, 1948; aged 71 y. 7 m. 1 d. Not feeling well after his day's work, he went to bed early and there passed away. He was a member of the Mountville Mennonite CHurch. Surviving are his wife (Susie Reist Stoner), 11 children (Mrs. Michael Grove, Marieta, Pa.; Jacob, at home; John, San Francisco, Calif.; Arthur, Lancaster, Pa.; Mary, at home; Daniel, Denver, Pa.; Minnie at home; Isaac, Lancaster, Pa.; Charles, Mountville, Pa.; Mrs. Andrew Martin, Pequea, Pa.; James, at home), 16 grandchildren, and 2 sisters (Lizzie and Stella, East Petersburg). One daughter (Rhoda) preceded him in death twenty-four years ago. Funeral services were held at the home on Nov. 12 by Christ Charles and Ben Miller, and at the East Petersburg Mennonite Church by Irvin Kreider and Christ Lehman. Texts: Isa. 38:1, Prov. 27:1. Interment was made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

Unzicker. -- Barbara, daughter of Peter and Magdalena (King) Ulrich, was born in Woodford Co., Ill., Oct. 21, 1877; died suddenly at her home in Cazenovia, Ill., Nov. 8, 1948; aged 71 y. 17 d. In early youth she united with the Amish Mennonite Church and remained a member until death. On Jan. 9, 1896, she was united in marriage to Oscar Unzicker, of Champaign Co., Ill. There they resided for one year; the remainder of her life was spent in Woodford Co., Ill. Surviving are her husband, 9 children (Ella - Mrs. Dan Hostetler, Lowpoint, Ill.; William P., Demotte, Ind.; Laura - Mrs. Herman Hostetler, Tampico, Ill.; Andrew D., Lowpoint, Ill.; Sarah - Mrs. Joe S. Hostetler, Rock Falls, Ill.; John R., Tinley Park, Ill.; Elton A., Los Angeles, Calif.; Harley J., Roanoke, Ill.; and Willard G., Eureka, Ill.), 45 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, 3 brothers (Peter M., Prentice, Wis.; Andrew J., Shelbyville, Ill.; David M., Cazenovia, Ill.), 2 sisters (Mrs. John Kellar and Lena Ulrich, Eureka, Ill.), and a large number of other relatives and friends. Three sons, 2 daughters, 5 brothers and 4 sisters preceded her in death. Funeral services were held Nov. 10 at the home by John E. Hostetler and at the Linn Twp. A.M. Church by John E. Hostetler, assisted by Joseph Reber. Interment was made in the Stewart Harmony Cemetery.

Yoder. -- Sarah, daughter of Peter and Katie (Mosier) Lederman, was born in Wayne Co., Ohio, Nov. 1, 1862; died near Montgomery, Ind., Nov. 6, 1948; aged 86 y. 5 d. She was confined to a wheelchair for four years, and was seriously ill for two weeks. On Dec. 15, 1881, she was married to Jacob J. Yoder, Fulton Co., Ohio. To this union were born thirteen children. Her husband, one brother (Daniel), and 4 children (Emma, Daniel, Samuel, and Esther) preceded her in death. Surviving are 9 children (Mrs. Menno Graber, Ft. Wayne, Ind.; Mrs. Katie Wagler, Mrs. Fannie Wittmer, Hannah, Sarah, Henry, and Rose, all of Montgomery, Ind.; John and Joseph of Loogootee, Ind.), 39 grandchildren, and 57 great-grandchildren. She was born of Swiss Mennonite parentage. At the age of eight she moved with her parents and brother to Allen Co., Ind. Early in life she accepted Christ and became a member of the Leo, Ind., Mennonite Church. After their marriage she and her husband moved to Fulton Co., Ohio; in March, 1894, they moved to Daviess Co., Ind., and transferred their membership to the Old Order Amish Church, continuing in this fellowship until death. Funeral services were in charge of Amos Wittmer at the home, David Knepp and Homer Stoll at the church, and John L. Graber at the cemetery.

Transcriber's notes: A poor copy to work from. We think the birth year is 1862, and we think age is 86 y.

Zook. -- David J., son of David S. and Lydia (Burkholder) Zook, was born in Green Twp., Wayne Co., Ohio, Oct. 9, 1899; departed from this life after a lengthy illness, Nov. 6, 1948, at the Beeson Hospital, Wooster, Ohio; aged 49 y. 28 d. On April 4, 1923, he was united in marriage to Icie Elizabeth King, who survives. Also surviving are 4 children (Mrs. Helen Marie McConahay, Orrville, Ohio; Edwin David, Denver, Col.; Beulah Mae and Howard Leroy, both at home), one grandchild, his stepmother (Mrs. Fanny Kropf Zook), one sister (Clara - Mrs. Adam Mumaw), one brother (John E. Zook), one half sister (Mary Elizabeth - Mrs. Arthur Amstutz), and a large number of other relatives and friends. An infant daughter (Esther Irene) predeceased him on Oct. 18, 1927. On April 26, 1914, he confessed Christ as his Saviour and was received by baptism into the Oak Grove congregation, near Smithville, Ohio. He continued his interest and membership in the that church during the rest of his life, although his illness did not permit him to attend services. Funeral services were held at the Oak Grove Church Nov. 9 by V. M. Gerig and J. S. Gerig.

Transcriber's note: The original does say "the that church".

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Amand. -- Henry G., son of the late John and Mary (Gibble) Amand, was born near Rohrerstown, Lancaster Co., Pa., June 30, 1862; departed from this life Nov. 22, 1948; aged 86 y. 4 m. 22 d. In 1893 he was united in marriage to Adeline Lefever, who survives. Also surviving are 6 children (Chester, Columbia, Pa.; Mary - Mrs. Clarence Hertzler, Manheim, Pa.; Anna - Mrs. Elvin Hess, Strasburg, Pa.; Dorothy - Mrs. Abram Kilheffer, and J. Henry, Lititz, Pa.; Elizabeth - Mrs. Earl May, Salunga, Pa.), 30 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. He and his companion united with the Mennonite Church at Landisville fifty-five years ago. For the last twenty-three years of his life he lived in Landisville, where he moved when retiring from the farm. He had been in usual health and was returning home after helping a neighbor, when an automobile struck him as he was crossing the highway just a few feet from his home, killing him instantly. Funeral services were held on Thanksgiving Day by Christ Frank at the home and by Henry Lutz at the Landisville Church. Text: I Sam. 20:3. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Bauman. -- Susannah Bauman was born in Waterloo Twp., Ont., Oct. 4, 1879; died at the K. W. Hospital, Kitchener, Ont., Dec. 7, 1948; aged 69 y. 2 m. 3 d. Death resulted suddenly from a heart attack following a stroke. On March 17, 1907, she was united in marriage to Enoch M. Bauman, who survives. Also surviving are 5 children (Irene, Hamilton, Ont.; Viola - Mrs. Edwin Bowman, Yatton, Ont.; Melvin, Heidelberg, Ont.; Alson, Kitchener, Ont.; Salome - Mrs. Elmer Brubacher, Wallenstein, Ont.), 9 grandchildren, 2 brothers (Noah Cressman, Breslau, Ont.; and Allen Cressman, Guernsey, Sask.), and one sister (Maryann - Mrs. Lloyd Shantz, Didsbury, Alta.). An infant son (Enoch) predeceased her in 1916 and a twenty-year-old daughter (Salinda) in 1935. In her youth she joined the Mennonite Church, of which she was a member at the time of her death. She was a faithful wife and a kind mother. Funeral services were held Dec. 9 in the First Mennonite Church, Kitchener. Burial was made in the adjoining cemetery. Reuben Dettweiler and Oscar Burkholder officiated. Text: Ruth 1:16,17.

Blosser. -- Virginia Marie, stillborn daughter of Paul and Herma (Hostetler) Blosser, Louisville, Ohio, was born Nov. 21, 1948. Surviving are her parents and grandparents (Mr. and Mrs. Clinton Blosser, Columbiana, Ohio; and Mr. and Mrs. Asa Hostetler, Louisville, Ohio). An infant brother preceded her in death. A short service was held at the Beech Mennonite Cemetery by O. N. Johns on Nov. 22.

Brenneman. -- Jay D., son of Simon and Lydia Brenneman, was born in Smithville, Ohio, April 2, 1887; died at St. Joseph's Sanitarium in Dubuque, Iowa, Nov. 21, 1948; aged 61 y. 7 m. 19 d. In December, 1917, he was united in marriage to Alta Miller, who preceded him in death on May 8, 1932. Surviving are one son (Franklin), one grandson, and 3 sisters (Mrs. J. Frank Ebersole, Belmont, Mass.; and Clara and Mary Ellen, Orrville, Ohio). His parents and one brother preceded him in death. He moved to Iowa as a young man. He accepted Christ and united with the East Union Mennonite Church, near Kalona. After his marriage he lived on a farm north of Kalona until December, 1933, when he moved to Kalona. There he operated a filling station until his health failed several months before his death. Funeral services were held at the East Union Church on Nov. 24, in charge of J. L. Hershberger and D. J. Fisher. Burial was made in the East Union Cemetery.

Green. -- John William, son of Jefferson and Lydia (Broadwater) Green, was born at New Germany, Garrett Co., Md., May 24, 1871; died at his home near Swanton, Md., Dec. 12, 1948; aged 77 y. 6 m. 18 d. He was united in marriage to Ida Florence Bowers, who survives. Also surviving are 4 sons (Lester and Everett, Swanton; Lindley and Forest, La Vole, Md.), 2 daughters (Mrs. Ruby Otto, Swanton; and Mrs. Hazel Warnick, Cresaptown, Md.), 3 brothers (Amos, James Wilson, and Sanford), one sister (Mrs. Alice Swauger), 12 grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends. In 1944 he united with the Meadow Mountain Mennonite Church and gave an inspiring testimony at the time of his departure. An outstanding characteristic of his home was the fine spirit of Christian hospitality. Funeral services were conducted at the Meadow Mountain Church (the first funeral service held there) on Dec. 15 by Roy Kinsinger and Roy Otto. Interment was made at New Germany.

Horst. -- Bettie, daughter of Mary and John T. Williams, was born at Craig, Mo., March 30, 1868; passed away at Des Moines, Iowa, Nov. 10, 1948; aged 80 y. 7 m. 10 d. In 1886 she was converted near Glenwood, Iowa, and was baptized at Riverton, Iowa. For a number of years she served in orphanage work at Tabor, Iowa. On May 9, 1912, she was united in marriage to Henry E. Horst. On June 20, 1916, a son (Paul Wesley) was born to this union, but did not live. Several years later, after moving to Oklahoma, she united with the Brethren in Christ Church. On Sept. 29, 1920, they adopted a six-weeks-old girl (Ruth), who survives. Also surviving are her husband, 2 sisters (Mrs. Frank Lane, Beatrice, Nebr.; Mrs. Samuel Ganer, Deer Creek, Okla.), one brother (F. T. Williams, Anadarko, Okla.), 3 grandchildren and a large number of other relatives, brothers and sisters in the Lord, and other friends. She was truly a friend to all, and a real "mother in Israel." Funeral services were conducted by H. W. Landis. Text, chosen by deceased: John 14:8. Burial was made in the city cemetery near by.

Kauffman. -- Hiram G., son of the late Benjamin B. and Anna (Greider) Kauffman, was born in East Hempfield Twp., Lancaster Co., Pa.; died at his home, after an illness of four days, Nov. 15, 1948; aged 79 y. In 1891 he joined the Mennonite Church in Landisville, Pa., and was ordained a minister of the Landisville and Salunga churches in 1894. He was the oldest minister in point of service in the Lancaster Conference district, having served as a minister for fifty-four years. His wife (the former Fannie Cassel) died in 1941. Surviving are one daughter (A. Dora - Mrs. J. Wayne Aungst, Elizabethtown, Pa.), 2 sisters (Lizzie - Mrs. Frank Kreider and Barbara K., both of East Petersburg, Pa.), 2 grandsons, and 2 great-granddaughters. He was a farmer all his life. Funeral services were held at the Landisville Church on Nov. 18, in charge of Henry Lutz and Noah Risser. Interment was made in the Landisville Mennonite Cemetery.

Kempf. -- Barbara, daughter of John and Catharine Mishler, was born in Holmes Co., Ohio, Jan. 28, 1847; died at the home of her daughter (Mrs. E. D. Hershberger) in Kalona, Iowa, Nov. 18, 1948; aged 101 y. 9 m. 20 d. In 1859 she moved to Johnson Co., Iowa, with her parents. On Oct. 18, 1868, she was married to Samuel Kempf, who died Aug. 14, 1892. She continued to live on the Kempf homestead near Kalona, where they had gone to housekeeping, until 1907, when she moved to Kalona. One daughter (Nellie) died in infancy. Surviving are 6 daughters (Mrs. E. D. Hershberger, Kalona, Iowa; Mrs. Catharine Spry, Des Moines, Iowa; Mrs. Dave Bontrager and Alice, of Kalona; Mrs. Jacob D. Miller, Maxwell, Iowa; and Mrs. Lydia Squires, Mason, Wis.), one nephew (John E. Baker, Tulsa, Okla) whom they raised, 25 grandchildren, 44 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren. She was the last-remaining charter member of the East Union Mennonite congregation at Kalona. She took a keen interest in the work of the church; it was an inspiration to visit her and hear her recall the pioneer experiences of the church and community. Her life was one of service, not only to her family, but also to the community, where she demonstrated her Christian life in a practical way. The Lord blessed her long life with unusually good health. Her place at the services of the church was seldom vacant; even in her declining years she often walked the three miles when others thought road conditions justified their staying at home. "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours; and their works do follow them." Funeral services were held at the East Union Church Nov. 20, in charge of A. Lloyd Swartzendruber and D. J. Fisher. Interment was made in the Miller Cemetery.

Miller. -- Lydia, daughter of John K. and Mattie Glick, was born in Lagrange Co., Ind., May 28, 1870; passed away at her home near Middlebury, Ind., Nov. 25, 1948; aged 78 y. 5 m. 28 d. Death resulted suddenly and unexpectedly from a heart attack. In her youth she accepted Christ as her Saviour and was a member of the Conservative Mennonite Church near her home. On Feb. 16, 1890, she was united in marriage to John K. Miller, of Goshen, Ind., who preceded her in death on Dec. 16, 1946. One son (Jonas Enos) and one daughter (Lydia) also predeceased her. Surviving are 3 daughters (Mattie Nisley, Goshen, Ind.; Mary Ann and Alice Julia, at home), a foster son (Jacob McClelland, Cumberland, Md.), 2 brothers (John A., Kalona, Iowa; and Sam, Middlefield, Ohio), 5 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends. She was a devoted mother, deeply concerned for her family. Funeral services were conducted by Noah Zehr and Manases Miller at the Griner Conservative Mennonite Church. Burial was made in the Miller Cemetery.

Nolt. -- Henry H. Nolt died at the home of his daughter (Mrs. Levi M. Weaver) Nov. 19, 1948; aged 76 y. 6 m. 20 d. On Nov. 29, 1894, he was united in marriage to Lizzie L. Rohrer, who survives. Also surviving are 5 children (Esther - Mrs. Mahlon Zimmerman, Stevens, Pa.; Elsie - Mrs. Levi M. Weaver, Lancaster, Pa.; Virginia - Mrs. Benjamin R. Kreider, Manheim, Pa.; Amron R., Ephrata, Pa.; and Wilmer R., Denver, Pa.), 21 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, one sister (Mrs. Eli Landis), and 2 brothers (Clayton, Landisville, Pa.; and Elmer, Lititz, Pa.). One infant daughter predeceased him. As a young man he united with the Mennonite Church, never missing a service when he was able to attend. In June he was confined to his bed, but by God's grace bore his suffering patiently and spoke many times of the glory that was awaiting him. Funeral services at the home of his daughter were conducted by Frank Kreider and James Siegrist, and at the Groffdale Mennonite Church by Henry Lutz and Mahlon Witmer. Texts: I Cor. 15; Ps. 34:19; Heb. 9:27. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Steiner. -- Menno L. Steiner was born near Dutton, Mich., on Jan. 8, 1872; died at his home in Ft. Wayne, Ind., Nov. 16, 1948; aged 76 y. 10 m. 8 d. Death resulted from coronary thrombosis. In 1901 he was united in marriage to Barbara M. Blosser, who preceded him in death on Nov. 17, 1936. To this union were born one son (Clarence P., Cleveland, Ohio) and one daughter (Mary E., who died in 1946). Surviving were his son, one grandson, 3 brothers (John L., Wapakoneta, Ohio, who followed him in death on Nov. 30; Enos P., Bluffton, Ohio; Noah N., Tuleta, Tex.), and 2 sisters (Mrs. Mary Sommers, Spokane, Wash.; and Anna Steiner, Orolino, Idaho). In 1899 he graduated from Elkhart Institute, and together with his wife studied chiropractic, graduating in 1921. Having completed a postgraduate course two years later, he practiced chiropractic until 1936, when he retired. Early in life he became a member of the Mennonite Church. He was also greatly interested in the work of the Gideons, in which organization he held various offices. In later years he united with the Methodist Church and was a faithful worker until his death. Funeral services were held in the Chalfant-Perry Funeral Home, with interment in the Lindenwood Cemetery at Ft. Wayne on Nov. 19.

Thomas. -- Fannie Catherine, daughter of the late Lorensa and Anna (Swank) Kaufman, was born in Conemaugh Twp., Somerset Co., Pa., May 26, 1909; died at the Memorial Hospital, Johnstown, Pa., Nov. 30, 1948; aged 39 y. 6 m. 4 d. Death was caused by a heart condition and complications. She accepted Christ as her personal Saviour and was baptized at the Stahl Mennonite Church, later transferring her membership to the Thomas congregation, where she was a member until death. On Sept. 27, 1930, she was united in marriage to Freeman J. Thomas, who survives. Also surviving are 4 children (Ethel Pauline, Dorsey Earl, Grace Arlene, and Harley Lorraine), her mother and stepfather (Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Eash), one sister (Lizzie, Johnstown, Pa.), 3 brothers (Henry, Johnstown, Pa.; Harley, Hollsopple, Pa.; and Paul, Orrville, Ohio), and a large number of other relatives and friends. She was a faithful wife, a helpful mother, and a kind friend to all. Her last days on earth were associated with much suffering and pain, yet her Christian testimony was recognized by many in the hospital. Funeral services were conducted at the Thomas Church by Aldus J. Wingard, assisted by Sanford G. Shetler and James Saylor. Burial was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Zook. -- M. Barbara, daughter of Isaac and Fanny (Riehl) Stoltzfus, was born near New Holland, Pa., Nov. 16, 1886; died Nov. 22, 1948; aged 62 y. 6 d. Forty-one years ago she was united in marriage to Amos F. Zook who survives. Also surviving are 3 sons (Isaac and Levi, Lancaster, Pa.; Elmer, Detroit, Mich.), one daughter (Mary - Mrs. Aquilla King, Lancaster, Pa.), 6 grandchildren, and one sister (Lizzie - Mrs. Samuel Hertzler, Mechanicsville, Md.). On July 17, 1946, she suffered a stroke, from which she never fully recovered. She was almost helpless the last year, but she bore her affliction patiently. Through the many trials of her life, she remained faithful and was a fine example for others. Funeral services were held Nov. 24 at the homestead where she was born and raised, by Jacob Stoltzfus and David Zook. Text: II Tim. 4:6, 8. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery, beside the bodies of her parents and two sisters who predeceased her years ago.

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Bauman. -- Lorraine, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey S. Bauman, Waterloo, Ont., was born Jan. 27, 1948; died Dec. 29, 1948; aged 11 m. 2 d. She was a "blue baby" from birth. Surviving are her parents, 3 sisters and 2 brothers (Ina, Eva, Doris, Floyd and Howard, all at home), and 2 grandparents (Mrs. Manasseh Martin, Waterloo, Ont.; and Mrs. Martin Bauman, Elmira, Ont.). Funeral services were conducted Dec. 31 at the St. Jacobs Mennonite Church, in charge of Roy S. Koch. Interment was made in the Conestoga Cemetery.

Beachey. -- Lydia, daughter of Aaron and Sarah (Weirich) Hershberger, was born Feb. 11, 1885; died at the home of her son (John), Three Rivers, Mich., Nov. 14, 1948; aged 63 y. 9 m. 3 d. Death resulted from apoplexy, after a few hours' illness. On June 30, 1904, she was married to Valentine Beachey in Lagrange Co., Ind. She had always lived in the vicinity of Shipshewana until two years ago, when she and her husband moved to Michigan to live with their sons (Elmer and John). She was a member of the Forks Mennonite Church, Middlebury, Ind. Her husband died on Oct. 26, 1947. Surviving are one daughter (Mrs. Jerry Hoffman, Sturgis, Mich.), 6 sons (Henry, South Beloit, Ill.; George, Elmer, and Francis, Constantine, Mich.; John, Three Rivers, Mich.; and Raymond, Detroit, Mich.), 11 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Forks church by Malvin Miller and Earley Bontrager. Burial was made in the Bontrager Cemetery

Beckner. -- Sylvia, daughter of Joseph and Barbara (Yoder) Miller, was born near Lagrange, Ind., Sept. 20, 1876; died Nov. 28, 1948; aged 72 y. 2 m. 8 d. At the age of six she moved with the family to McPherson Co., Kans., where she grew to womanhood and married Will C. Beckner, and where she united with the Brethren Church, of which she was a member until death. Surviving are her companion, 4 brothers (Samuel, La Verne, Calif,; Sebastian, Elgin, Ill.; Silvenus E., Protection, Kans., Shelly, Conway, Kans. and 2 sisters (Susan -- Mrs. Menno Troyer, Conway, Kans.; and Salina -- Mrs. Roy Zook, Kansas City, Kans.). Her parents, 3 sisters (Sarah -- Mrs. W. Jewel, Hutchinson, Kans.; Savilla -- Mrs. Simon Hershberger, Golfry, Okla.; Saloma -- Mrs. Josiah Eash, Conway, Kans. predeceased her. Funeral services were held in the Church of the Brethren in Elgin, with Harry K. Zeller, Jr., officiating. Burial was made in the Bluff City Cemetery.

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Boese. -- Mary Roth was born in Pfafstadt, Alsace, July 27, 1862; passed away at her late home in East Wayland, Iowa, Dec. 16, 1948; aged 86 y. 4 m. 19 d. She came to America at the age of five. Her parents settled in Wayne Co., Ohio, where she grew to womanhood and where she united with the Amish Mennonite Church. On Dec. 8, 1881, she was united in marriage to Jacob Boese. In 1886 they moved to Henry Co., Iowa. Her husband and 3 daughters preceded her in death. Surviving are 2 daughters (Minnie -- Mrs. Chriss Hertig, and Verna -- Mrs. Louie Kauffman, both of Wayland, Iowa), 2 sons (Samuel, Vassar, Mich.; and Albert, of Wayland), 2 brothers (Chris H. and Peter G., both of Wayland), one half sister (Mrs. Vernon Amstutz, Smithville, Ohio), 20 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends. She was a member of the Sugar Creek Mennonite Church, Wayland, and attended services regularly as long as her health permitted. About a year before her death her health became impaired, making it necessary for someone to care for her. She was a good mother and an appreciated neighbor. Funeral services were held Dec. 18 at the Sugar Creek Church, conducted by Simon Gingerich and Willard Leichty. Interment was made in the near-by cemetery.

Bowers. -- Ida Harbold was born Nov. 30, 1867; departed from this life Dec. 17, 1948; aged 81 y. 17 d. Surviving are 4 brothers, 2 sisters, and a niece (Kathryn Harbold) whom she raised. Her husband (John Bowers) preceded her in death fifteen years ago. She was a member of the Shope and Strickler congregation for about thirty-eight years. Funeral services were held Dec. 20 at her late home in Hummelstown, Pa., and at the Strickler Mennonite Church, near Middletown, with Noah W. Risser and Harry L. Longenecker officiating. Text: II Cor. 1:3,4. Interment was made in the Slate Hill Cemetery, Cumberland Co., Pa.

Bowman. -- Emma, daughter of the late Aaron and Anna (Sauder) Snader, was born Oct. 17, 1890; died at her home Nov. 11, 1948, after a short illness; aged 58 y. 25 d. On April 22, 1911, she was united in marriage to Henry G. Bowman, who survives. Also surviving are 7 sons and one daughter (Ivan, Ronks, Pa.; Walter, Martindale, Pa.; Raymond, Ephrata, Pa.; Henry, Lancaster, Pa.; Elva -- Mrs. Alvin G. Martin, Clayton, Lancaster, Pa.; Aaron, Ephrata; and Edwin, at home), 21 grandchildren, one brother (Daniel, Narvon, Pa.), 2 sisters (Mary -- Mrs. Oscar Diem, Bareville, Pa.; and Anna -- Mrs. Mahlon Witmer, New Holland, Pa.), a stepmother (Mrs. Amanda Snader), 3 stepsisters and 3 stepbrothers (Amanda, Sarah, at home; Aaron, East Earl, Pa.; Moses, New Holland, Pa.; Mabel -- Mrs. Walter Weaver, Martindale, Pa.; and Jacob, Denver, Pa.). She was a member of the Weaverland Mennonite Church until death. Funeral services were held at the Weaverland Church on Nov. 14 by J. Paul Graybill and David N. Weaver. Text: Phil. 1:21. Burial was made in the Weaverland Cemetery.

Groff. -- Amos M. Groff was born north of Waterloo, Ont., April 3, 1868; died at the home of his daughter (Mrs. Lloyd Snider), near Breslau, Ont., Dec. 23, 1948; aged 80 y. 8 m. 20 d. On Sept. 27, 1893, he was married to Mary Ann Shantz, who predeceased him in 1924. Surviving are his father, one son (Howard, Waterloo), 5 daughters (Pearl -- Mrs. Daniel Bauman, Waterloo, Ont.; Mabel -- Mrs. Simeon Cressman, Hespeler, Ont.; Nettie -- Mrs. Jacob Shantz, Baden, Ont.; Vera -- Mrs. Lloyd Snider, and Reta, both of Preston, Ont.), and one sister (Mrs. Edmond Shantz, Kitchener, Ont.), Three sisters (Mrs. Joseph Brubacher, Mrs. John Schaefer, and Mrs. Jacob Snider) predeceased him. On Aug. 21, 1948, he made peace with God, was baptized and received into the Mennonite Church at Breslau. He greatly regretted that he had put off making this important decision for so long. Funeral services were held at the Erb Street Mennonite Church, Waterloo, with burial in the Erb Street Mennonite Cemetery. J. B. Martin and Oscar Burkholder officiated. Text: II Peter 3:9.

Guntryman. -- Lizzie, daughter of the late John and Lizzie (McQuade) Lehnhart, died at her late home, Manheim, Pa., on Dec. 20, 1948; aged 67 y. 2 m. 4 d. Surviving are her husband (Frank Guntryman), 2 sisters (Mrs. Fred Dresher, and Mrs. Annie Shank, both of Manheim). She was a member of the Manheim Mennonite Church. Funeral services were held Dec. 22 at the Manheim Church, in charge of Charles Hostetter and Ira B. Huber. Interment was made in the Hernley Cemetery.

Headrick. -- William Mace Headrick was born in Pike Co., Mo., July 7, 1873; died Nov. 19, 1948; aged 75 y. 4 m. 12 d. On Jan. 1, 1895, he was united in marriage to Mary Neuschwanger, of Cherry Box, Mo. In March they moved to Birch Tree, Shannon Co., Mo., and thirteen years later to the Fairmount area, La Junta, Colo. After one year there they moved to East Holbrook, Cheraw, Colo. As a young man he was baptized and received into the Presbyterian Church. After marriage, he united with the Mennonite Church of Birch Tree, Mo. During his forty-one years in Colorado he was a devoted member of the East Holbrook Mennonite Church, loyally supporting the worship services and the church program. He was a respected neighbor and friend in the community and a constant encouragement to the pastors and fellow members of his church. During the last years of his long illness he testified to the healing power which God had shown in answer to prayer. Surviving are his wife, 3 sons (John Henry, Cheraw, Colo.; Curt F., Colorado Springs, Colo.; and Samuel Everett, Cheraw), one daughter (Mrs. Emma Elizabeth Yoder, Swink, Colo.), 17 grandchildren, one great-grandchild, 2 brothers (Herschel, St. Louis, Mo.; and Charlie, Kansas City, Mo.), and 2 sisters (Mrs. Viola Harding, Moline, Ill.; and Mrs. Ruby Lewis, Salem, Mo.). Funeral services were conducted at the East Holbrook Church, Cheraw, by Allen H. Erb on Nov. 22.

Horn. -- Minnie, daughter of Frederick and Mary (Bohm) Trickle, was born in Three Rivers, Mich., Sept. 16, 1872; died Dec. 23, 1948, in the Three Rivers Hospital, where she was a patient for one week; aged 76 y. 3 m. 7 d. On Dec. 29, 1898, she was married to Elmer Horn, who preceded her in death Aug. 29, 1940. One infant son (Leslie) also predeceased her. Surviving are one son (Russell, Detroit, Mich.), one brother (Fred, Flowerfield, Mich.), 5 nephews and nieces, cousins, and a large number of friends. She was a lifelong resident of St. Joseph Co., Mich., except for a few years spent in Kalamazoo, Mich. For the last eight years she resided in Moorepark, Mich., and attended church whenever her health permitted. Although she was a partial invalid, she was a very enthusiastic supporter of the church work at Moorepark started by the Middlebury, Ind. congregation. For some years she professed to be a Christian, and on her deathbed expressed peace with her Lord and her fellow men. Funeral services were held at the Austin Funeral Home, Three Rivers, Mich. Burial was made Dec. 27 in the Riverside Cemetery at Kalamazoo. E. J. Leinbach officiated.

Keener. -- Elizabeth, daughter of Benjamin and Mary Leaman, was born in Lancaster Co., Pa.; died at the home of her daughter (Anna) on Dec. 10, 1948; aged 84 y. 1 m. 18 d. Death followed an eighteen-month illness, during which she was patient and content. Surviving are 8 children (Fannie -- Mrs. Abram Hess, Reading, Pa.; Jacob, Lititz, Pa.; Benjamin, Elizabethtown, Pa.; Anna Graybill, and Norman, both of Lexington, Pa.; Amos, Lititz; Clayton, Refton, Pa.; and Irvin, Greenville, Mich.). Funeral services were held at the Lititz Mennonite Church on Dec. 14 by John Hess and Amos Horst. Interment was made in the Hess Cemetery.

Kurtz. -- Daniel W., son of Daniel and Susannah (Worst) Kurtz, was born in Salisbury Twp., Lancaster Co., Pa., Nov. 9, 1866; died Dec. 5, 1948; aged 82 y. 26 d. He had been in failing health for more than a year, and was in bed about two months. Surviving are 2 daughters and 4 sons (Susie -- Mrs. Luke Myer, Ronks, Pa.; Jacob, Honey Brook, Pa.; Jason, Frank, Daniel, all of Kinzers, Pa.; and Edith -- Mrs. Landis Sangrey, Washington Boro, Pa., at whose home he stayed the last three months), 15 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, one sister (Mrs. Mary Livingston, of Florida), 2 brothers (Martin, his twin, and Benjamin, both of Intercourse, Pa.). He was a member of the Hershey Mennonite Church, Kinzers, Pa. Funeral services were conducted Dec. 8 at the home of his son (Frank) and at the church by Martin Hershey and Parke Book. Interment was made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

Landis. -- Emma F., daughter of the late Amos and Mary (Neff) Weaver, was born in Lancaster Co., Pa., Feb. 18, 1875; died in the Lancaster General Hospital, Dec. 16, 1948, after a four-month illness; aged 73 y. 9 m. 28 d. On Dec. 28, 1893, she was united in marriage to Edwin H. Landis, who survives. Also surviving are 3 sons (Edwin W., West Lampeter, Pa.; Clarence W., Strasburg, Pa.; and Robert W., Lancaster, Pa.) and 8 grandchildren. One infant daughter predeceased her. Funeral services were conducted at her home and at the Mellinger Mennonite Church by David Landis and Harry Lefever. Interment was made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

Lehman. -- Chris W., son of the late Peter and Cathrine (Widrick) Lehman, was born near Beaver Falls, N.Y., Nov. 24, 1864; passed away at his home near New Bremen, N.Y., Dec. 8, 1948; aged 84 y. 14 d. On Oct. 29, 1891, he was married to Mary Zehr, of Indian River, N.Y., who predeceased him on May 14, 1947. One son (Michael) died of the flu in 1918. Surviving are 7 sons and 5 daughters, 62 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, 3 brothers, and a large number of other relatives and friends. He was a member of the First Mennonite Church of New Bremen. Funeral services were conducted at the church by Gordon Schrag on Dec. 12. Text: I Thess. 4:13-18. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Lett. -- Sarah, daughter of the late Fredrick and Martha Hall, was born in Howard Co., Mo., July 9, 1864; passed away at her home, near Versailles, Mo., Dec. 8, 1948; aged 84 y. 4m. 29 d. She was the last of a family of seven children. In 1886 she was united in marriage to Henry T. Lett, who preceded her in death on May 21, 1932. Of the nine children born to this union four died in infancy and one daughter (Anna) at the age of nineteen. Surviving are 3 daughters (Adda - Mrs. W. H. Jenkins, Versailles, Mo.; Ludie - Mrs. J. W. Beard, Kansas City, Mo.; and Pearl, at home), one son (Dewey, Versailles, Mo.), 6 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, other relatives, and many friends, to whom she was endeared by her many acts of helpfulness and sympathy in times of sickness and need. Early in life she united with the Christian Church, later transferring her membership to the Mennonite Church, of which she remained a member until death. Funeral services were conducted at the Mt. Zion Mennonite Church, Versailles, by C. B. Driver and J. R. Shank. Interment was made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

Oswald. -- Katie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Oswald, was born March 16, 1896, at Fulda, Minn.; passed away at St. Joseph's Hospital, Westpoint, Nebr., Dec. 25, 1948; aged 52 y. 9 m. 9 d. At the age of seven she moved with her parents to Nebraska, and grew to womanhood near Beemer. Quite early in her youth she united with the Mennonite Church, of which she remained a member until death. On Sept. 2, 1914, she was united in marriage to Dan Oswald, also of Beemer, who survives. Also surviving are 5 sons (Raymond and Leland, Westpoint, Nebr.; Alvin, Manson, Iowa; and Kenneth and James, at home), 2 brothers and 4 sisters (Chris, now in Florida; Ben, Versailles, Mo.; Leah - Mrs. Ben Oswald, Beemer, Nebr.; Emma - Mrs. Lee Nafziger, Minier, Ill.; Alma - Mrs. Irvin Stalter, Washington, Ill.; and Anna - Mrs. Joe Oswald, Beemer), 6 grandchildren, and a large number of other relatives and friends. One son died in infancy. She was quiet and unassuming, and was keenly interested in the spiritual and material welfare of her loved ones, sparing no effort to help them. On Nov. 8, 1948, she entered the hospital, where she underwent two operations. Funeral services were conducted by J. E. Zimmerman and Sam Oswald. Interment was made in the Beemer Cemetery.

Parsons. -- Harvey Earl, son of Fred and Gertrude (Biers) Parsons, was born near Chief, Mich., Dec. 19, 1920; passed away Dec. 21, 1948; aged 28 y. 2 d. He attended school until ready to enter the eighth grade, when he was stricken with creeping paralysis. From then on he was semi-invalid. Although his body suffered much, his mind was clear, and he seemed to enjoy his Christian experience. At the age of seventeen he was received into the Pleasant View Mennonite Church. He was unable to attend services for some years. He always appreciated any deeds of kindness rendered to him. One sister predeceased him in May, 1922; and his father in October, 1947. Surviving are his mother, 2 brothers (Leo, Brethren, Mich., and Irving, Chief, Mich.), 2 sisters (Eva - Mrs. Roscoe Johnson, and Marjorie - Mrs. Vernon Reckow), 6 nieces and 4 nephews, and a number of other friends. Funeral services were held at the home church, with L. A. Wyse and C. C. Culp officiating. Burial was made in the Bear Lake Twp. cemetery.

Petersheim. -- Jonathan L., son of Anthony and Anna (Loar) Petersheim, was born near Elverson, Pa., Jan. 12, 1932; died Dec. 9, 1948; aged 16 y. 10 m. 27 d. Death resulted from a ruptured appendix. Surviving are his parents, 2 brothers and 5 sisters (Oliver, Greencastle, Pa.; Elizabeth - Mrs. John Millisoch, Jr., Elverson, Pa.; Luella - Mrs. Robert Millisoch, Reading, Pa.; Kathryn - Mrs. John J. Topper, Coatesville, Pa.; Beulah - Mrs. Richard Martin, New Holland, Pa.; Rachel and Glen, at home), one grandfather and one stepgrandmother (Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Loar). He was in the hospital for nine weeks and suffered much. But he always had a smile for everyone. While in the hospital he accepted Christ as his Saviour and at his request was baptized on Nov. 2. Funeral services were held Dec. 13 at the Rock A. M. Church, in charge of Ira Kurtz. Text: Isaiah 38:1. Burial was made in the Pine Grove Cemetery.

Rice. -- Harvey D., son of Harvey M. and Lizzie (Derstine) Rice, was born Oct. 18, 1930; passed away at the Sellersville, Pa., Hospital, June 25, 1948; aged 17 y. 8 m. 7 d. Death resulted from injuries received in an accident which occurred when he was riding to work on a motor scooter. His mother followed him in death on Sept. 23. Surviving are his father, 4 brothers and 5 sisters (Mrs. Wilmer Detweiler, Perkasie, Pa.; Mrs. Linford Derstine, Souderton, Pa.; Alfred, Sellersville, Pa.; Elmer and Wilmer, Pipersville, Pa.; Mrs. Elmer Meyers, Blooming Glen, Pa.; Mrs. Francis Moyer and Mrs. Victor Shelly, Perkasie, Pa.; and William, Pipersville). His death was a loud call to the community. He was the youngest member of the family and is greatly missed in the home. Funeral services were held June 29, conducted at the home of Erwin Nace and at the Blooming Glen Church by Wilson Overholt and Abram Yothers. Text: Ps. 39:5. Burial was made in the Deep Run Cemetery.

Rice. -- Lizzie, daughter of the late John L. and Lydia (Mill) Derstine, was born June 3, 1887; passed away Sept. 23, 1948; aged 61 y. 3 m. 20 d. She had been in failing health for a few years, but was usually able to be up, until on Sept. 21 she was taken to the Emergency Hospital, Doylestown, Pa., where she passed away. She was a member of the Mennonite Church of Deep Run. On April 28, 1906, she was united in marriage to Harvey M. Rice, who survives. Also surviving are 4 sons and 5 daughters (Mrs. Wilmer Detweiler, Perkasie, Pa.; Mrs. Linford Derstine, Souderton, Pa.; Alfred, Sellersville, Pa.; Elmer, Pipersville, Pa.; Mrs. Elmer Meyers, Blooming Glen, Pa.; Mrs. Francis Moyer and Mrs. Victor Shelly, Perkasie, Pa.; Wilmer and William, of Pipersville. The eldest child (Lydia) died when young, and the youngest (Harvey) predeceased his mother in June. She was a lovely mother and will be missed by her husband, children, grandchildren, other relatives, and friends. Funeral services were held Sept. 28 at her late home by Erwin Nace and at the Blooming Glen Church by Wilson Overholt and Abram Yothers. Text: Rev. 21:4. Burial was made in the Deep Run Cemetery.

Shumaker. -- Saloma, daughter of Jonathan Y. and Elizabeth Hartzler, was born in Logan Co., Ohio, May 31, 1870; passed away Dec. 18, 1948, at her late residence not far from the place of her birth; aged 78 y. 6 m. 18 d. On Feb. 27, 1890, she was united in marriage to A. E. Shumaker, who survives. Also surviving are 4 children (Mary E. - Mrs. Edwin J. Yoder, Topeka, Ind.; Emma, at home; Howard, and Nina - Mrs. Harold L. Yoder, both of West Liberty, Ohio), 7 grandchildren, 5 stepgrandchildren, one great-grandchild and one sister (Nan Hartzler, West Liberty). Her eldest child (Clara) preceded her in death at the age of nine. One sister and 3 brothers also predeceased her. In her early years she accepted Christ as her Saviour and became a member of the Mennonite Church. Her life was a witness to the saving power of Christ. Funeral services were held at the Bethel Church on Dec. 20, in charge of S. E. Allgyer, assisted by Nelson Kanagy and Newton Weber. Burial was made in the Fair View Cemetery.

Smetter. -- Clara Mae, daughter of William and Tillie Miller, was born near Milford, Nebr., July 8, 1900; died at her home, Beaver Crossing, Nebr., Dec. 19, 1948; aged 48 y. 5 m. 11 d. On Oct. 3, 1918, she was married to Joseph Smetter, who survives. Also surviving are one son (Donald, Lincoln, Nebr.), one daughter (Mrs. Elna Wood, Cambridge, Nebr.), 2 stepgrandsons, her parents, 3 sisters (Mrs. Minnie Roth, Milford, Nebr.; Mrs. Laura Otto, Lincoln, Nebr.; Mrs. Wilma Dolan, Wichita, Kans.), 7 brothers (Homer, Leslie, Wilber, and Lyle, Beaver Crossing, Nebr.; Henry, Torrance, Calif.; Lloyd, Wilber, Nebr.; Floyd, Milford, Nebr.), and many other relatives and friends. One son (Gerald), one daughter (Mrs. Ruth Burkey) and one grandson preceded her in death. At the age of seventeen she accepted Christ as her Saviour and united with the West Fairview Mennonite Church, Beaver Crossing. Her death was sudden and unexpected. She was a kind and loving wife and mother, and was always ready to lend a helping hand. Funeral services were held Dec. 22 at the West Fairview Church, in charge of Ezra Roth, assisted by J. R. Troyer, W. A. Eicher, and D. A. Yoder. Interment was made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

Stoner. -- Mary, daughter of Samuel and Mary (Eshleman) Winters, was born near Elizabethtown, Pa., Nov. 6, 1873; passed away at the St. Joseph's Hospital, Lancaster, Pa., Dec. 5, 1948; aged 75 y. 29 d. Death resulted from a stroke which she suffered on Dec. 1. On Oct. 22, 1922, she was united in marriage to Albert Stoner, Bainbridge, Pa. Surviving are her husband, 6 stepchildren (Anna - Mrs. Levi Ebersole, Elva - Mrs. Walter Ebersole, both of Elizabethtown, Pa.; Menno, Ontario, Calif.; Mary - Mrs. Martin Good, Manheim, Pa.; Paul, New London, Conn.; and Andrew, Elizabethtown), 2 nieces, 2 nephews, and a foster sister (Mrs. Sam Hossler, Elizabethtown). Her brother (Abram) predeceased her. In youth she accepted Christ as her personal Saviour and was a member of the Good Mennonite Church. Funeral services were held at her late home and at the Good Church, in charge of Ira Miller, Noah Risser, and Nevin Miller. Text: John 11: 28. Interment was made in Good's Cemetery.

Stucky. -- Jacob C., son of the late Jacob and Barbara Stucky, was born in Alsace-Lorraine, Oct. 12, 1862; passed away at his home, Leo, Ind., Dec. 12, 1948; aged 86 y. 2 m. He had been in failing health for more than two years, and was bedfast the last eight months. At the age of eight he came to this country with his parents. On Nov. 2, 1885, he was united in marriage to Mary Gerig, who survives. Also surviving are 6 children (Noah, Leo, Ind.; Albert, Cedarville, Ind.; Mrs. Anna Grats and Joseph, Ft. Wayne, Ind.; Jess, of Leo; and Mrs. Crystal Yoder, Auburn, Ind.), 8 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends. One daughter preceded him in death in 1908. As a young man he accepted Christ as his personal Saviour and was baptized. On Dec. 4, 1926, he and his wife united with the Leo Mennonite Church, of which he was a member at the time of his death. He lived a full and useful life. Although he could not understand why he had to stay on earth so long, he was grateful for what the Lord meant to him. Funeral services were held Dec. 15 at the Leo Church by S. J. Miller, assisted by Ben Graber. Burial was made in the Leo Cemetery.

Walker. -- Henry F., son of Washington and Amanda (Simonton) Walker, was born in Ohio, July 24, 1862; passed away at his late home in Cloverdale near East Peoria, Ill., Dec. 13, 1948; aged 86 y, 4 m. 19 d. His first wife (Frances Belle Whiteman) preceded him in death. To this union were born one son and 2 daughters (Albert, Mrs. Nola Carmody, and Mrs. Ruth Merritt, all of Chicago). His second wife (Marie Sheets Walker) and one sister (Mrs. Emma Foster, Lincoln, Ill.) survive, together with the 3 children, 2 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. He was a member of the Pleasant Hill Mennonite Church. Although he had not enjoyed good health for the last year, he took part in a communion service held in his home two weeks before his passing. Funeral services were held at the Sheets Funeral Home, Lincoln, Ill., and at the Pleasant Hill Church, East Peoria, Ill., Dec. 15, with Ezra B. Yordy and J. N. Kaufman officiating. Burial was made in the Bethel Cemetery near Emden, Ill.

Widrick. -- Joseph, son of the late John and Anna (Noftsier) Widrick, was born near Croghan, N.Y., June 19, 1869; died at his home, near New Bremen, N.Y., Dec. 17, 1948; aged 79 y. 5 m. 28 d. In his youth he accepted Christ and united with the Amish Mennonite Church, of which he remained a member until death. On Jan. 8, 1893, he was united in marriage to Katie Yousey, who survives. Also surviving are 4 sons (John J., Croghan, N.Y.; Joseph Jr., Lowville, N.Y.; Irving, New Bremen, N.Y.; Nelson, Croghan, N.Y.), 6 daughters (Anna - Mrs. Jacob Roggie, and Catherine - Mrs. Paul Lydaker, both of Croghan, N.Y.; Mary - Mrs. Abner Zehr, Woodville, N.Y.; Mabel - Mrs. Clarence Mayer, and Lena - Mrs. Alvin Lydaker, both of Lowville, N.Y.; Laura - Mrs. Ben Zehr, Woodville, N.Y.), one sister (Mrs. Anna Roggie, Croghan), one brother (Solomon, also of Croghan), 46 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held Dec. 19 at the home by the aged bishop, C. M. Nafziger, at the Croghan meetinghouse by Lloyd Boshart and Allen Gingerich, and at the grave by Elias Zehr. Burial was made in the adjoining cemetery.

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Bechtel. -- Henry G., son of the late Henry L. and Fanny (Good) Bechtel, was born in Montgomery Co., Pa., April 24, 1878; passed away Dec. 23, 1948; aged 70 y. 7 m. 29 d. At the age of one year he moved with his widowed mother and older brother to Chester Co., Pa., where he lived until his death. On Dec. 12, 1901, he was united in marriage to Emma G. Huber, who survives. Also surviving are 4 children (Naomi - Mrs. Walter Rohrer, Paradise, Pa.; Grace - Mrs. Paul Swartz, Amos, and Norman, all of Spring City, Pa.), 18 grandchildren, one brother (Francis, Sarasota, Fla.), and a large number of other relatives and friends. Two infant children and one grandchild predeceased him. In youth he accepted Christ as his personal Saviour and was baptized at the Vincent Mennonite Church. On Nov. 3, 1914, he was ordained to the ministry and served as one of the pastors of the Vincent congregation for almost thirty-five years. He was deeply concerned for the spiritual welfare of the church, and was a lover of music, having served as an instructor in music in his earlier years. His sudden death from a heart attack, which occurred while he was attending the funeral of Emma Moyer at the Souderton Church, was unexpected, although he had been ailing from a heart condition for a number of years. Funeral services were conducted Dec. 28 at his late residence by Amos and Matthew Kolb and at the Vincent Church by John E. Lapp, assisted by Elmer and Jacob Kolb. Texts: I Thess. 4:13-18; II Tim. 4:6-8. Burial was made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

Bender. -- Lydia H., daughter of Henry and Mary (Yoder) Miller, was born near Keysers Ridge, Md., Aug. 27, 1875; died at the Frick Memorial Hospital, Mt. Pleasant, Pa., Jan. 11, 1949; aged 73 y. 4 m. 14 d. On Feb. 13, 1910, she was married to Daniel J. Bender, Springs, Pa., who preceded her in death April 11, 1922. In 1929 she moved to Scottdale, Pa., where she resided until her death. Surviving are 2 daughters (Mary L., and Anna Michael, both of Scottdale), 2 grandchildren, one brother (Jacob H., Meyersdale, Pa.), and many other relatives and friends. Three children died in infancy; 3 brothers and 4 sisters also preceded her in death. She was a member of the Mennonite Church for many years. Funeral services were held at the home and at the Scottdale Church on Jan. 13, in charge of A. J. Metzler, Millard Lind, and John L. Horst. Text, chosen by the deceased: Ps. 102:11. Interment was made in the cemetery near the Springs Church.

Brown. -- Martha, daughter of Leonard and Kathrine (Eash) Emmert, was born in Lagrange Co., Ind., Jan. 1, 1877; passed away Dec. 1, 1948; aged 71 y. 11 m. Her husband and son preceded her in death. She lived at Molalla and Sweet Home, Oreg., until two years ago, when she went to live with her daughter (Bertha - Mrs. Fred Canon, San Diego, Calif.), where she died suddenly of a heart attack. She was the last of a family of eleven children. Surviving are her daughter, 2 grandsons, 2 great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, and friends in Oregon, Indiana and Michigan. She was a member of the Sweet Home Mennonite Church. Funeral services were conducted by Otis L. Preddy on Dec. 4. Burial was made in the Mt. Hope Cemetery, San Diego.

Carver. -- Samuel Marion, son of Alfred and Mary (Bartlett) Carver, was born near Gravois Mills, Mo., Jan. 13, 1870; passed away at his home Jan. 4, 1949; aged 78 y. 11 m. 22 d. On Feb. 28, 1893, he was united in marriage to Della Houser, who preceded him in death. Of the 7 children born to this union, one daughter (Dora) and 2 sons (Roscoe and Dewey) predeceased him. In 1917 he was united in marriage to Lessie Burkholder, who survives. Of the 7 children born to this union one son (Joseph) predeceased him. Those surviving are his wife (Lessie), 10 children (Mrs. Bertha Vogt, La Junta, Calif.; Carl, Alfred, and Herbert, Kansas City, Kans.; Mrs. Mary Kincaid, Climax Springs, Mo.; Mrs. Ruby Kincaid, Gravois Mills, Mo.; Mrs. Clara Miller, Turley, Okla.; Mrs. Rebecca Staker, Tremont, Ill.; Samuel and George, at home), 10 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, one brother (George) and 5 sisters (Margaret Milheim, Annie Feldheger, Martha Hayes, Susie Merriott, and Jane Crawford). One sister, 2 brothers and 3 grandchildren preceded him in death. In early manhood he was baptized and received into the Mennonite Church, remaining a member until death. He attended church regularly as long as his health permitted, and spent much of his time reading the Bible. He was a kind and loving father and was concerned about the spiritual welfare of his children. The last three years he was confined to his bed, but bore his suffering patiently. Funeral services were held at the Providence Mennonite Church near Versailles, Mo., on Jan. 6, in charge of J. R. Shank, assisted by C. B. Driver and Leroy Gingerich. Texts: Mark 14:8, I Peter 5:10. Interment was made in the Roach Cemetery in Wilson Bend.

Kauffman. -- Malinda E., daughter of Peter and Elizabeth (King) Troyer, was born near Orrville, Wayne Co., Ohio, Sept. 11, 1855; passed away Nov. 9, 1948, at the Hutchison Hospital, Oregon City, Ore., where she spent the last two weeks of her life; aged 93 y. 1 m. 28 d. In her youth she united with the Sycamore Grove Mennonite Church, near Garden City, Mo., remaining a member of the Mennonite Church until death. In May, 1895, she moved with her parents to Hubbard, Oreg. In August, 1896, she was united in marriage to Joseph Kauffman, who preceded her in death 20 years ago. Her parents, 3 brothers and 2 sisters predeceased her. Surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many friends. The last thirteen years of her life she was cared for by a niece (Mrs. W. G. Kenegy). Funeral services were held at the Zion Mennonite Church, Hubbard, Oreg., in charge of C. I. Kropf, assisted by Chester Kauffman. Text: Rev. 14:13. Burial was made in the Zion Cemetery.

Kaufman. -- Simon J., son of the late Joseph and Mary (Frye) Kaufman, in Conemaugh Twp., Somerset Co., Pa., Oct. 29, 1875; died at the home of his daughter (Mrs. Harry Byers), Davidsville, Pa., Dec. 15, 1948; aged 73 y. 1 m. 16 d. He was married to Emma Lohr, who preceded him in death in March, 1947. One daughter (Freda) also predeceased him in 1924. Surviving are one daughter (Mrs. Harry Byers, Davidsville, Pa.), 4 grandchildren, and 3 great-grandchildren. He had been a member of the Blough Mennonite Church since 1933. Funeral services were held at the Meek Funeral Home, Johnstown, Pa., in charge of Harry C. Blough. Interment was made in the cemetery adjoining the Blough Church.

Mishler. -- Martin Eugene, son of Slater and Cora (Eash) Mishler, was born near Jerome, Pa., Aug. 16, 1940; died at the Memorial Hospital, Johnstown, Pa., Dec. 25, 1948; aged 8 y. 4 m. 9 d. Death resulted after an illness of one month following an operation for obstruction of the bowels. Although he suffered much during his illness, he bore it patiently. He was a student of the Christian day school near Johnnstown, Pa., and a regular attendant at the Blough Mennonite Sunday School. Surviving him are his parents, 2 brothers and 3 sisters (Duane, Lois, Paul, Martha, and Miriam, all at home), 2 grandparents (Mrs. Lizzie M. Eash and Edward Mishler), and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were conducted on Dec. 28 at the home and at the Blough Church by John A. Lehman, Sanford G. Shetler, and Harry C. Blough. Interment was made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

Renno. -- Pius K., son of David and Mina (Peachey) Renno, Belleville, Pa., was born Sept. 24, 1916; died in the Lewistown, Pa., Hospital, Dec. 19, 1948, after spending ten days there; aged 32 y. 2 m. 25 d. Death resulted from a heart condition. Surviving are his parents, his wife (Turie Kauffman Renno), 2 brothers and 3 sisters (Rudy, Sylvia, and Miriam, all at home; Trennis, Homestead, Iowa; and Sadie, Harrisonburg, Va.). He worked in the White Hall Store until June, when ill health forced him to retire. He was a member of the Locust Grove Mennonite Church, and was a loyal Sunday-school teacher at the Woodland Mission Sunday School. Just before passing away, he said, "I am so happy to go." A large group of friends and neighbors attended his funeral on Dec. 22. The men's chorus sang a number of songs; the sermon was preached by E. B. Peachy, from Ps. 116:15.

Schweitzer. -- Willard, son of David and Laura (Stutzman) Schweitzer, now of Lebanon, Oreg., was born near Milford, Nebr., June 17, 1911; died at his home, near Lebanon, Dec. 18, 1948; aged 37 y. 6 m. 1 d. Death was caused by a heart ailment. On Dec. 22, 1937, he was united in marriage to Edna Oswald, Beemer, Nebr. Surviving are his wife, 2 sons (Merlyn and David), his parents, 3 sisters and 5 brothers (Ida - Mrs. Pearl Stutzman, Lebanon, Oreg.; Mary - Mrs. Enos Beckler, Colorado Springs, Colo.; Barbara - Mrs. E. M. Stutzman, Julesburg, Colo.; Clayton and Roland, of Lebanon; Elmer, Julesburg, Colo.; Homer, Wood River, Nebr.; Steve, Wellman, Iowa), 2 uncles, and a large number of other relatives and friends. In his youth he accepted Christ and united with the Mennonite Church, remaining a member until death. Funeral services were held Dec. 23 at the Howe Funeral Home and at the Fairview Mennonite Church, near Albany, Oreg., in charge of N. M. Birky, assisted by Henry Gerig, and at the Lebanon Cemetery by Melvin Schrock.

Shantz. -- Cora, daughter of Jeremiah and Maryann (Weber) Shantz, was born in Wilmot Twp., Ont., Oct. 25, 1921; passed away after a brief illness at the home of her parents near Baden, Ont., Dec. 8, 1948; aged 27 y. 1 m. 13 d. Surviving are her parents, 2 brothers (Earl and Abner, both of Baden), and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held Dec. 11 at the Shantz Mennonite Church by M. H. Roth and L. H. Witmer. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Stauffer. -- Annie H., daughter of the late Henry and Nancy (Hershey) Metzler, was born Nov. 2, 1867; died Dec. 22, 1948, after a few weeks' illness; aged 81 y. 1 m. 20 d. She was the last of a family of eleven children, and the widow of Isaac B. Stauffer. Surviving are 2 children (Bertha M. - Mrs. Reuben B. Widders, Lititz, Pa.; and Alice M. - Mrs. Harry L. Diffenderfer, Lancaster, Pa.). She was a member of the Mammercreek Mennonite Church, Lititz, Pa., for many years. Funeral services were held Dec. 26 at the home and at the Hammercreek Church, with John S. Hess and Amos S. Horst in charge. Burial was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Stutzman. -- Moses J. Stutzman was born near Archbold, Ohio, April 3, 1861; passed away at the home of his daughter in Stryker, Ohio, Dec. 28, 1948; aged 87 y, 8 m. 25 d. On March 22, 1885, he was united in marriage to Katie Wyse, who preceded him in death, as did also a niece (Mrs. Ida King) who had made her home with them from the age of seven, and 7 grandchildren. He was the only remaining member of a family of twelve. Surviving him are 2 daughters (Florence - Mrs. Ira Craber, Stryker, Ohio; and Della - Mrs. Louis Riegsecker, Archbold, Ohio), one son (Roy, also of Archbold), 15 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. All his life was spent near Archbold, Ohio. His church home was the Central Mennonite Church, which he joined in early manhood when he accepted Christ as his personal Saviour. He was a kind father; his advice to his family will long be remembered. His Bible was a constant companion. Funeral services were held at the Central Church, Archbold, on Dec. 31, in charge of D. Wyse Graber and Walter Stuckey.

Wilhelm. -- Emma Yoder was born in Juniata Co., Pa., Nov. 11, 1868; died at the home of her daughter (Mrs. Amasa Miller) near Centerville, Pa., Dec. 31, 1948; aged 80 y. 1 m. 20 d. Her last illness was a little less than a week in duration; during this time she suffered intense pain and repeatedly expressed a desire to depart. Death was caused by heart trouble. In 1869 her family moved from Pennsylvania to Johnson Co., Mo., and in 1871 to Cass Co. When young in years, she united with the Sycamore Grove Mennonite Church, near Garden City, Mo., continuing in this faith until death. On Jan. 15, 1891, she was united in marriage to Lincoln Wilhelm, who passed away March 4, 1937. In 1913 the family moved to Streetzboro, where she spent the remainder of her life, except for the last nine weeks. Surviving are 3 children (Ernie, Centerville, Pa.; Elsie - Mrs. John Scheffel, Kent, Ohio; Lela - Mrs. Amasa Miller, Centerville), 9 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, 2 sisters (Mrs. Amanda Plank, Kent, Ohio; and Lizzie Yoder, Garden City, Mo.), and 2 brothers (Harley Yoder, La Junta, Colo.; and Harvey, Baldwin, Mo.). One sister and 3 brothers preceded her in death. Her friendliness had won for her many friends; her life of faith and trust was an inspiration to many. Funeral services were held at the Plain View Mennonite Church, near Aurora, Ohio, on Jan. 4, in charge of Elmer Stoltzfus.

Transcribed by Cynthia Kauffman, Pennsylvania