Augsberger. ---Daniel, son of Christian and Barbara (Leichty) Augsberger, was born near Berne, Ind., Aug. 27, 1880; passed away May 21, 1950; aged 69 y. 8 m. 24 d. He accepted his Saviour in early life and was a loving, faithful servant of the Lord until his death. In 1903 he was married at Lynn Grove to Alice Stauffer, who preceded him in death July 21, 1936. To this union were born 3children all of whom passed away in infancy. Surviving are one sister (Fannie Hale, Elida, Ohio), 2 brothers (John and Mosses, Berne, Ind.), and a number of nephews, nieces, and other relatives and friends. Twelve brothers and sisters preceded him in death. On Oct. 22, 1922, he was ordained to the ministry in the American Mennonite Church, near Dayton, Ohio, by the late bishop J. M. Shenk. At the time of his death he was a member of the Pike Mennonite Church, where he served as a supply pastor. Throughout his life he had a deep concern for lost souls and a strong love for the church. Especially was this manifested while he lay in the hospital, where he passed away. He is greatly missed by his pastor, and by all who knew him, including those with whom he worked in the shop. Prayer services were held at the home of his sister, with whom he lived. Funeral services were held at the Pike Mennonite Church conducted by Elmer E. Yoder, assisted by Menno Troyer and Henry Mueller. Testimonies were given by other ministering brethren present: Lloy A. Kniss, J. B. Smith, G. H. Brunk, Sylvan Lehman. Final services were held at Berne, Ind., the ministers of the Swiss Brethren and Evangelical churches taking part. His body was laid to rest beside that of his companion, near Berne.

Basinger. ­ Emma, daughter of Rudolph and Elizabeth (Nold) Basinger, was born near North Lima, Ohio; passed away at the home of her niece (Mrs. John Swope), North, Lima, Ohio, May 31, 1950, following an eighteen-month illness; aged 87 y. 6 m. 29 d. All her life was spent in the North Lima vicinity. For twenty-seven years she made her home with the John Swope family. Bedfast the last eighteen months and often in pain, she was patient and grateful for the loving care she received. A member of the North Lima Mennonite Church, she had always attended regularly. She had a quiet spirit and was loved and respected by all who knew her. Surviving are one brother (Seth Basinger, Youngstown, Ohio), one sister (Mrs. E. C. Lehman, North Lima, Ohio), and a number of nephews and nieces. Funeral services were held June 3 at the North Lima Mennonite Church, with David C. Steiner and A. J. Steiner in charge. Burial was made in the Midway Cemetery.

Betzner. ­ David Brubacher, fourth son of David and Catherine (Brubacher) Betzner, was born near St. Jacob's, Ont., March 4, 1863; passed away at his late residence in Kitchener, Ont., June 5, 1950; aged 87 y. 3 m. 1 d. On Jan. 11, 1911, he was united in marriage to Fannie Hess, of Lititz, Pa., who survives him. He is also survived by one daughter (Helen-Mrs. Isaac High, Vineland, Ohio). One son (David Leo) predeceased him in 1923. As a young man he was in business with his brother (Henry) in Bluffton, Ind. Later he returned to Kitchener, where he established the Ontario Woodworking Co., in which business he was engaged until his retirement in 1923. In 1915 he united with the First Mennonite Church, Kitchener, of which he remained a faithful member until his death. For many years he served as a member of the trustee board of the church, and for several years as treasurer. He held staunchly to the fundamentals of the Christian faith and to the principles of the Mennonite Church. The funeral was held June 8 at his late residence and at the First Mennonite Church. Burial was made in the adjoining cemetery. Ministers officiating were John H. Hess, S. F. Coffman, Merle Shantz and Oscar Burkholder. Text: Prov. 3: 1, 2.

Brown. --- Homer Charles, son of Frank and Jane Brown, was born near Linville, Va., July 4, 1877; departed this life at the Blosser Nursing Home, Wauseon, Ohio, May 19, 1950; aged 72 y. 10 m. 15 d. At the age of nineteen he left Virginia and settled in Elida, Ohio. Soon after reaching Elida, he accepted Christ as his personal Saviour and united with the Mennonite Church, which faith he embraced at the time of his death. In 1902 he was united in marriage to Susan H. Breneman. To this union were born 2 daughters and one son. In 1924 they moved from Elida to Archbold, Ohio, where his companion passed away Jan. 26, 1926. He returned to Virginia, where he lived until moving back to Stark Co., in 1942. In May, 1947, he became a victim of apoplexy, which left him an invalid. In June, 1949 he was moved to the Blosser Nursing Home at Wauseon, Ohio, where he was cared for until his death, which followed a heart attack. His parents, 3 sisters, and 3 brothers preceded him in death. Surviving are 2 daughters (Nancy-Mrs. Raymond Nair, Riverdale, Md.; Clara, Brentwood, Md.), one son (Arthur, Archbold, Ohio), one grandson, 4 sisters (Hattie-Mrs. E. W. Baker, Mollie-Mrs. John Walters, both of Linville, Va.; Linnie-Mrs. Jim Fulk, Indiantown Gap, Pa.; Birdie-Mrs. Ernest Blosser, Archbold, Ohio), and other relatives and friends. He was a kind and loving father. His counsels and kind admonitions will be cherished by those left behind. In the last months he often expressed his readiness to meet his Lord. Funeral services were held May 22 at the Central Mennonite Church, with Roy Sauder and Henry Wyse officiating. Interment was made in the Eckley Cemetery.

Buckwalter. --- Annie G., daughter of the late Benjamin and Elizabeth (Good) Buckwalter, was born April 4, 1860; departed from this life April 14, 1950, at the home of her son-in-law and daughter (Mr. and Mrs. Harry L. Zook); aged 90 y. 1m. 10 d. In 1884 she was united in marriage to Isaac R. Buckwalter, who preceded her in death by thirty years. To this union were born 5 children (John and Elias, Lancaster, Pa.; Mary-Mrs. Earl Shelby, Lampeter, Pa.; Anna-Mrs. Harry L. Zook, and Elizabeth-Mrs. Clarence Mellinger, Ronks, Pa.). In her early twenties she united with the Mennonite Church and at the time of her death was a member of the Mellinger congregation. Her late years were passed alone in her own home during the summer; one of her favorite hymns was "Alone with God." Funeral services were held at the funeral home of George N. Young in Lancaster in charge of David L. Landis and Harry S. Lefever. Texts: Ps. 90; Rev. 14: 13. Interment was made in the Mellinger Cemetery.

Ditzler. --- Mary A., daughter of Adam and Mary Brenneman was born near East Union, Wayne Co., Ohio, Jan. 21, 1868; died at her home, near Marshallville, Ohio, Mary 8, 1950; aged 82 y. 3 m. 17 d. Asthma was the cause of her death. At the age of seventeen she confessed her Lord and was baptized and received into the Mennonite Church, in which faith she continued until death. On Jan. 10, 1900, she was united in marriage to Harvey C. Ditzler, who was killed by lightning on April 14, 1925. Surviving are 3 sisters and one brother, all of Wayne Co., and 4 nieces and one nephew. Funeral services were conducted at the Crown Hill Mennonite Church by E. F. Hartzler, N. E. Hilty, and E. H. Hochstetler. Text: I Cor. 15: 49. Burial was made in the Martins Cemetery.

Ebersole. --- Jacob, son of Christian and Susan Ebersole, was born Jan. 23, 1865, in Chambersburg, Pa.; passed away at the Sterling, Ill., Public Hospital, May 31, 1950; aged 85 y 4 m. 8 d. He was married to Martha Weaver in 1895. To this union one son was born. His wife preceded him in death in 1909. Surviving are his son (John, Rochester, Ind.), 2 sisters (Mrs. Fannie LeFevre, Dixon, Ill.; Mrs. J. F. Weber, Sterling, Ill.), one brother (Henry, also of Sterling), and one granddaughter. Funeral services were held at the Wheelock Funeral Home June 2, in charge of A. C. Good, pastor of the Science Ridge Mennonite Church, of which he was a member. Interment was made in the cemetery near by.

Grieser. --- Alva, son of Mr. and Mrs. George M. Grieser, was born Jan. 6, 1914, on a farm near Dewey, Ill., were he resided his entire lifetime; passed away at the Mercy Hospital in Urbana, Ill., May 17, 1950; aged 36 y. 4 m. 11 d. At the age of thirteen he accepted Christ as his personal Saviour and united with the East Bend Mennonite Church, remaining a faithful and consistent member until death. On Dec. 24, 1936, he was united in marriage to Blanche Schertz, of Lowpoint, Ill. To this union were born 3 daughters (Kathleen, Marcia Sue, and Tonya Lee). He was active in religious organizations of the community as well as in his home church. A kind, loving husband and father, he was highly respected by all who knew him. Surviving are his wife and 3 daughters, his parents, 4 brothers (Lester, Champaign, Ill.; Melvin and Roy, Dewey, Ill.; Delmar, Springfield, Ill.), 2 sisters (Mrs. Robert Massanari, of Champaign; and Edna, at home), a large number of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were conducted May 21 by J. A. Heiser, assisted by H. R. Schertz. Burial was made in the East Bend Cemetery.

Grieser. --- Menno, son of Christian and Veronica (Nofziger) Grieser, was born near Archbold, Ohio, July 28, 1878; departed from this life May 14, 1950; aged 71 y. 9 m. 16 d. On Dec. 24, 1903, he was united in marriage with Elizabeth Sauder. This union was blessed with one son and four daughters (Ora, Estelle-Mrs. Caleb Dishrow, Alberta and Ida, at home; Gladys-Mrs. Charles Stuckey, all of the Archbold, Ohio, community.). Surviving are his companion, 5 children, 7 grandchildren, one brother (Aaron), one sister (Mrs. Fannie Beck), and a large number of other relatives and friends. His parents, 3 brothers and 2 sisters preceded him in death. In youth he confessed Christ as his Saviour and united with the Central Mennonite Church, remaining faithful. He relied on the promises of God, which enabled him to bear his suffering patiently. He was a mind and loving father, and will be missed in the home, church, and community. Funeral services were held at the Central Mennonite Church by Jesse J. Short and Henry Wyse.

Haines. --- William Haines was born in Bernville, Berks Co., Pa., May 8, 1865; passed away at the home of his son (Milton), near Lititz, Pa., April 13, 1950; aged 84 y 11 m.5 d.
He was united in marriage to Catherine Schmuck, who preceded him in death seven years ago. Surviving area 5 sons (Milton, Lititz, Pa.; Ralph, Ephrata, Pa.; Royal, Warren, Ohio; Allen, Medville, Pa.; and Henry, Lititz, Pa.), 12 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, and one brother (Lewis, Ephrata, Pa.). A farmer, he resided in the Lititz community for more than seventy years. Several years ago he became a member of the Landis Valley Mennonite Church. Funeral services were held by John S. Hess and Ira D. Landis at the Landis Valley Church. Burial was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Hartman. ---Esther Ada, daughter of the late Andrew and Nancy Diller, was born near Elida, Ohio, July 14, 1901; passed away very suddenly at her home June 2, 1950; aged 48 y. 10 m. 18 d. In her youth she accepted her Saviour and united with the Pike Mennonite Church, to which she remained faithful until death. On Feb. 8, 1929, she was united in marriage to Jacob Hartman. To this union were born 3 sons and 2 daughters (Melvin, Marion, Wilmer, Beulah, and Bertha all of Elida, Ohio). Surviving are her companion, 5 children, her stepmother (Lizzie-Mrs. Andrew Diller, Elida, Ohio), one brother (Rudy, Norfolk, Va.), 2 sisters (Elizabeth-Mrs. Henry Harman, Elida, Ohio; and Florence-Mrs. Wilbur Brunk, Elida), and 2 grandchildren. She was a kind and loving companion and mother and a much-appreciated Christian Friend. Death came suddenly, resulting from a heart attack. Funeral services were held at the home and at the Pike Mennonite Church, conducted by Elmer E. Yoder, assisted by Lloy Kniss. Interment was made in the Pike Cemetery.

Hostetler. --- Jacob A., son of Joseph B. Hostetler (1848-1931) and Lydia Hertzler (1850-1920), was born April 19, 1877, at Belleville, Pa.; died at his home in Belleville on May 27, 1859; aged 73 y. 1 m. 8 d. On Jan. 10, 1901, he was united in marriage is Elsie Yoder (1876-1938) daughter of Benjamin and Leah (King) Yoder. Four infants were born and died in the following years: 1901, 1902, 1904,1907. One daughter (Mrs. William Borning), survives. In 1942 he was untied in marriage to Thalia Hershey, who survives him. Three sisters (Mary-Mrs. Jacob K. Yoder 1869-1890; Leah-Mrs. Menno Z. Byler 1873-1910; and Magdalena-Mrs. David E. Peachey 1874-1947) all preceded him in death. One brother (Joseph H. Hostetler, Kalona, Iowa) survives. He was a member of the Fairfield Mennonite Church. For more than twenty-five years he was engaged in the dairy industry and at the time of his death was owner of a milk plant at Meyersdale, Pa., and manager of the plants at Belleville and Reedsville, Pa. Funeral services were held May 30 at his home and at the Presbyterian Church in Belleville, conducted by John P. Martin and Aaron Mast. Texts: John 14; Ps. 46. Interment was made in the Locust Grove Cemetery.

Hostetler. --- Jacob S., son of Samuel and Sarah (Miller) Hostetler, was born in Cambria Co., Pa., March 26, 1863; died in the Lagrange Ind., Hospital, May 27, 1950; aged 87 y. 2 m. 1 d. He was very active for his age and was in seemingly good health. On April 3, 1887, he was married to Matilda Miller, who preceded him. OF the three sons born to this union, one (Josiah J., Shipshewana, Ind.) survives. On Jan. 15, 1899, he was married to Carolina Sunthimer, who preceded him by five years. To this union was born one son (Orie W., living on the home place near Shipshewana, Ind.). Others surviving are 2 sisters (Fanny Hostetler, of Oregon; and Mrs. Sara Schrock, Goshen, Ind.), 3 brothers (Levi S., Sarasota, Fla.; Amos S., Middlebury, Ind.; and Henry S. Goshen, Ind.), 6 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, 3 stepgrandchildren, and 6 great-stepgrandchildren. Howard Miller, now of Elkhart, Ind., was also reared in this home. He was a faithful member of the Forks Mennonite Church, Middlebury, Ind. Funeral services were held May 29 at the home by Malvin Miller and at the Shore Mennonite Church by Lee Miller and Early Bontrager. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Huber. --- Minta Alice Diller, was born near Elida, Ohio, June 7, 1879; passed away at her home May 1, 1950; aged 70 y 10 m. 24 d. She accepted Christ in her youth and united with the Mennonite Church, of which she remained a faithful member until death. On April 2, 1901, she was united in marriage to Simeon Huber, of Elida, Ohio, who survives. Also surviving are 3 children (Effie-Mrs. Daniel Egt, Spencerville, Ohio; Edna-Mrs. Lawrence Richer, Delphos, Ohio; Reuben, Ft. Jennings, Ohio), 4 grandchildren, and 2 brothers (Irvin Diller, Elida, Ohio and Sam Diller, Delphos, Ohio). Three children preceded her in death. Funeral services were held at the home at the Pike Mennonite Church, conducted by Elmer E. Yoder, assisted by David Good, of Nampa, Idaho. Interment was made in the Salem Cemetery.

Kreider. --- Henry R., son of Elias S. and Margaret (Rohrer) Kreider, was born in Wadsworth Twp., Medina Co., Ohio, on Oct. 13, 1873; died at the City Hospital, Akron, Ohio, June 2, 1950; aged 76 y. 7 m 20 d. On April 27, 1897, he was united in marriage to Clara Steiner. On Feb. 25, 1906, he and his wife became members of the Bethel Mennonite Church, to which he remained faithful until death. Surviving are his wife, one sister (Mrs. M. G. Horst), 7 children (Herman, Istanbul, Turkey; Iva-Mrs. A. C. Moine, Sterling, Ohio; Ward and Charles, Wadsworth, Ohio; Mildred-Mrs. Milford McClure, Akron, Ohio; Claude and Lucille, at home), and 15 grandchildren. Except for a few years, his life was spent on the homestead where he was born and grew to manhood. Funeral services were conducted by S. D. Rohrer and J. Robert Kreider. Interment was made in the lower Mennonite cemetery.

Krupp. --- Benjamin N., son of the late Henry C. and Elizabeth (Nice) Krupp, was born Dec. 14, 1870; died May 2, 1950, at the home of his son (Benjamin Jr.) near Souderton, Pa.; aged 79 y. 4 m. 18 d. In November, 1892, he was united in marriage to Martha Hendricks, who preceded him in death one year ago. To this union were born 3 sons and 2 daughters (Henry H., Clayton H., Elizabeth-Mrs. Edwin A. Derstine, Katie-Mrs. Paul S. Detweiler, and Benjamin H., all of Souderton, Pa.), all of whom survive. Also surviving are 16 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. In his youth he united with the church at Souderton, remaining a faithful member until death. He was a kind and loving father, very patient even though his health was failing. Funeral services were held at the Souderton Mennonite Church, in charge of Jacob M. Moyer, assisted by Russell Muselman and Wilson H. Moyer. Burial was made in the Souderton Mennonite Cemetery.

Lapp. --- Stephen K., son of Isaac and Elizabeth (Kauffman) Lapp, was born Jan. 7, 1878, in Neshannock Twp., Lawrence Co., Pa.; died in his home in Fayette, June 7, 1950, following a lingering illness; aged 74 y. 5 m. On Jan. 6, 1914, he was married to Mary Miller, who survives. Besides his wife, he leave a son (Glen M., Fayette), a daughter (Della-Mrs. Eber Martin, Columbiana, Ohio), 2 sisters (Mrs. Rachel Helmuth, Uniontown, Ohio; and Mrs. James Bell, North Lima, Ohio), 2 brothers (John K., Uniontown, Ohio; Christian K., New Castle, Pa.), and 2 grandchildren. He was a member of the Maple Grove Mennonite Church and was always interested in the spiritual welfare thereof. Funeral services were in charge of Enoch J. Zook, Stephen A. Yoder, and Roy D. Kauffman. Burial was made in the Maple Grove Mennonite Cemetery.

Lee. --- Mabel, daughter of Samuel and Ida King, was born Dec. 20, 1903, in German Twp., Fulton, Co., Ohio; passed from this life May 25, 1950; aged 46 y. 5 m. 5 d. Death followed an extended illness. In her youth she joined the Mennonite Church, later transferring her membership to the Pettisville Missionary Church, to which she belonged until her passing. She was united in marriage to Ervin Lee on Nov. 10, 1928, and to this union 3 children were born. Surviving are one daughter (Evelyn), 2 sisters (Louella King and Myrtia King), 4 brothers (Vernon, Orien, Leon, Leroy), and many other relatives and friends. Her parents, 2 sisters, her husband and 2 children preceded her in death. She was patience during her illness, never complaining and appreciated the thoughtfulness and care of others. Funeral services were held at the Clinton Mennonite Church by Vincent Rupp, pastor of the Missionary Church, and Jesse J. Short.

Martin. --- Stephen, son of John J. and Sarah (Rife) Martin, was born May 30, 1882, near Chambersburg, Pa.; died May 21, 1950, at his home, near Columbiana, Ohio; aged 67 y. 11 m. 21 d. He was united in marriage to Katherine Lehman on Dec. 12, 1905. To this union were born 5 children (Elsie-Mrs. John Trotter, Bertha and Homer, at home; Ebert, of Columbiana; and Lloyd, who preceded him in death.). Besides his companion and 4 children, there remain 4 grandchildren, 2 sisters (Mrs. Calvin Martin, Shippensburg, Pa.; Mrs. Walter Lehman, Chambersburg, Pa.), and one brother (John J., Columbiana). He and his wife united with the Midway Mennonite Church early in their married life. He was a faithful member until called by death. He was patient in affliction, having been in failing health for about six months, and expressed his readiness to go when God should call him home. Funeral services were in charge of Paul Yoder, assisted at the home by Amos Martin and at the Midway Church by Christian Martin. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Roth. ---Peter J., son of Nicholas and Magdalene (Yoder) Roth, was born in Alsace Lorraine, March 20, 1880; departed from this life June 12, 1950; aged 70 y. 2 m. 22 d. At the age of eleven he came with his parents, brothers, and sisters to America and settled on a farm southwest of Wayland, Iowa. In his youth he united with the Sugar Creek Mennonite Church, in which faith he died. On Dec. 2, 1903, he was united in marriage with Lydia Orendorff. They lived on a farm until their retirement seven years ago. He was a kind husband and a loving father, a conscientious everyday Christian who placed the interests of his family ahead of his own needs. He was a patient sufferer and was always glad for the friends who called when he was not able to be about. Death followed a heart attack which occurred while he was at work in his garden, his favorite pastime. His daughter (Alma), his parents, 2 brother, one sister, and 4 half sisters preceded him in death. Left to cherish many pleasant memories of him are his wife, 5 sons and one daughter (Clarence, Mt. Pleasant, Iowa; Milton, Lloyd, Gladys-Mrs. Henry Widmer and Allen, Wayland, Iowa), 2 brothers (Ben, Wayland, Iowa; Nick, Albany, Oreg.), one sister (Mrs. Anna Gerig, Albany, Oreg.), 12 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, and a large number of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were conducted at the home by Vernon Gerig and Williard Leichty and at the Sugar Creek Church, by Simon Gingerich assisted by Ezra Mullet. Text: II Cor. 5: 6.

Transcribed by Marcia Bickel, Kansas.

UP

Burkhard. --- John S., son of John and Lydia (Sensenig) Burkhard, was born March 29, 1869, in Salisbury Twp., Lancaster Co., Pa.; passed away at his home in Blue Ball, Pa., May 23, 1950; aged 81 y. 1 m. 24 d. Death followed a short illness. He lived a strictly moral life but accepted the Lord as his Saviour only in the last week of his life. He was baptized by Mahlon Witmer, bishop of the New Holland, Pa., Mennonite Church, assisted by James Martin. He partook of communion the same day and four days later calmly fell asleep. Surviving are one sister (Rebecca Moyer, Blue Ball, Pa.) and a number of nieces and nephews. H was unmarried. Funeral services were held May 27 by James Martin at the home and by Mahlon Witmer and J. Paul Graybill at the Weaverland Mennonite Church, East Earl, Pa. Texts: Isa. 60: 20; Mark 16: 16; Matt. 20: 15a. Interment was made in the Weaverland Cemetery.

Clemens. --- Jacob A., son of George M. and Lovina (Alderfer) Clemens, was born Aug. 16, 1875; died May 14, 1950, at his home in Souderton, Pa.; aged 74 y. 8 m. 29 d. He was a member of the Chestnut Street Mennonite Church for fifty years. He will be remembered for his faithfulness and his prompt and regular attendance at the house of worship. His declining illness strengthened his faith in God. On Nov. 6, 1897, he was united in marriage to Elizabeth Sell. One son (Arthur) preceded him in death. Surviving are his wife, 2 daughters and 4 sons (Emma-Mrs. Elwood Derstine, Raymond, Henry, George, Melvin, and Lovina-Mrs. Isaiah Alderfer), 23 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held on Ascension Day, May 18. Elmer Moyer conducted the service at the home and Jacob Moyer, assisted by Russell Musselman, at the Souderton Mennonite Church. Text: Luke 2: 29, 30. Interment was made in the church cemetery.

Knorr. --- Mary, daughter of the late Seth and Mary (Martin) Bauman, was born Nov. 7, 1880, in Waterloo Co., near St. Jacobs, Ont.; died at the Kitchener-Waterloo Hospital, Kitchener, Ont.; June 11, 1950; aged 69 y. 7 m. 4 d. On Dec. 15, 1908, she was married to Allan Knorr, who preceded her in death two years ago. Surviving are 2 sons (Norman, Elmira, Ont.; Noah, Levington, Ont.), 3 daughters (Elizabeth-Mrs. Elias Brubacher, Elmira; Sarah, at home; Lovina-Mrs. Abraham Brubacher, St. Jacobs, Ont.), 13 grandchildren, 3 sisters (Mrs. Daniel Bowman, of Indiana; Mrs. Menno Horst, St. Jacobs; and Mrs. Simon Martin, Strasburg), and one brother (Menno Bowman, Elmira). In her early youth she united with the Mennonite Church. They lived on a farm until retiring four years ago, when they moved to St. Jacobs to make their home with their son-in-law and daughter (Mr. and Mrs. Abraham Brubacher). Death resulted ten days after she had fallen and broken her hip. Funeral services were held at the home of her daughter in St. Jacobs and at the Martins Mennonite Church, with Daniel Martin, Abraham Bearinger, and Irvin Shantz officiating. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Kremer. ­ Benjamin, son of Jacob and Annie Kremer, was born July 4, 1862, in Nancy, France; passed away at his home in Milford, Nebr., June 14, 1950; aged 87 y. 11 m. 10 d. At the age of seven he came with his parents to America, locating at Gridley, Ill., where he spent his youth. When he was twenty they moved to a farm east of Seward, Nebr., and united with the East Fairview A. M. congregation. On Dec. 20, 1885, he was married to Lena Schlegel. In 1997 he moved to the vicinity of Milford, Nebr. In 1925 he transferred his church membership to the Milford A. M. congregation, where he labored faithfully. He was confined to bed for more than a year. His parents, his brothers and sisters, and 2 grandchildren preceded him in death. Left to labor on are his wife, 4 sons (William and Lee, of Milford; Earl, Wisner, Nebr.; and Clarence, Bountiful, Utah), 2 daughters (Anna-Mrs. W. A. Eicher, Milford; and Mary-Mrs. William Rediger, Miller, S. Dak.), 24 grandchildren, and 41 great-grandchildren. He left no parting message but the testimony o f his life. Funeral services were in charge of William R. Eicher, assisted by A. M. Miller and Oliver Roth. Text: Prov. 14: 26, 27. Burial was made in the Milford A. M. Cemetery.

Martin. --- Daniel R., son of the late Jacob H. and Elizabeth (Roth) Martin, was born June 13, 1864, near Clear Spring, Md.; passed to his eternal reward April 10, 1950; aged 85 y. 9 m. 27d. He moved to Virginia with his parents in 1889. Nov. 13, 1890, he was united in marriage to Savilla F. Driver. To this union 10 children were born. Surviving are his wife, 5 sons (Jacob L., John D., and Daniel R., all of Waynesboro, Va.; William H., Menges Mills, Pa.; and Ralph L., Goshen, Ind.), 3 daughters (Bertha V., at home; Marie-Mrs. Jason Weaver, Stuarts Draft, Va.; Fannie-Mrs. Elmer Heatwole, Waynesboro, Va.), 34 grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren. Two daughters (Minnie and Margaret) preceded him in death. He was an earnest and influential worker in the church until the time of his passing. His life story, written by Christmas Carl Kauffman, will soon be published by Mennonite Publishing House. The last few years of his life he was especially active in giving out religious books as he had opportunity. Funeral services were held at the Springdale Church, conducted by Perry Burkholder, Joseph R. Driver, and Silas Brydge. Services at home were conducted by Paul Wenger.

Mast. --- Enos, son of the late Noah and Elizabeth (Miller) Mast, was born in Sugarcreek Twp., Ohio, Aug. 19, 1863; died at the Pomerine Memorial Hospital, Millersburg, Ohio, on May 28, 1950, following a car accident; aged 86 y. 9 m. 9 d. As a young man he was received into the fellowship of the Walnut Creek Mennonite Church, to which he remained faithful until death. On Jan. 2, 1894, he was united in marriage to Carrie Hostetler. One daughter and 2 sons were born to this union. One son (Willard) preceded him in death on Dec. 25, 1948. Surviving are his companion, one daughter (Mrs. Ray Richardson, Sugarcreek, Ohio), one son (Walter, Warren, Ohio), 10 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and a large number of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Walnut Creek Mennonite Church on May 30, with A. W. Miller, Omar Troyer, and Paul R. Miller in charge. Interment was made in the Union Hill Cemetery, Sugarcreek, Ohio.

Maust. --- Norman S., oldest son of the late Simon L. and Savilla (Folk) Maust, was born Sept. 8, 1879, in Springs, Pa.; died at his home in Spring, Feb. 25, 1950; aged 70 y. 5 m. 17 d. He had been in poor health for several years; death followed an eight-week illness. He was a lifelong resident of Springs, Pa. In early youth he accepted Christ as his Saviour and was a faithful member of the Mennonite Church throughout life, having served as Sunday-school superintendent for several years, as superintendent for more than forty years, as superintendent of the Laughlin Mission Sunday School for about twenty-two years, and as church treasurer for about twenty years. On Dec. 25, 1904, he was married to Mayme A. Kimmel, of Rockwood, Pa., who was taken in death in January, 1946. An infant son, his parents, 2 brothers, and a sister also preceded him in death. Surviving are 7 children (Herbert, Elizabethtown, Pa.; Paul, Montgomery, Ind.; Alma, Claude, and Freda, at home; Josh, Fort Hill, Pa.; Etta-Mrs. Allen Swartzendruber, Pigeon, Mich.), 18 grandchildren, 2 brothers (Harry, Scottdale, Pa.; Homer, Springs, Pa.), and a sister (Orpha, Grantsville, Md.). He was much concerned about the welfare of his children. Funeral services were held at the Springs Mennonite Church, with Walter C. Otto officiating, assisted by Paul Bender.

Milburn. --- Matilda Holthouse, was born in Council Grove, Kans., March 13, 1887; departed from this life June 6, 1950; aged 63 y. 2 m. 23 d. In March, 1901, she was married to John Milburn. Surviving are 4 daughters (Mrs. Dora Lantz, at home; Mrs. Alice Pratz, Nevada, Mo.; Mrs. Flossie Burkhard, Bethel, Kans.; and Mrs. Margaret Lamphere, Kansas City, Kans.), 4 sisters, and 2 brothers. She accepted Christ as her personal Saviour years ago and became a member of the Mennonite Church in Kansas City, Kans., to which she was faithful despite many hard trials. Funeral services were held at the Argentine Mennonite Church, Kansas City, conducted by R. P. Horst. Interment was made in the Maple Hill Cemetery.

Miller. --- Abraham R., son of the late B.B. and Lydia (Mast) Miller, was born near Walnut Creek, Ohio, March 24, 1888; died at the place of his birth May 13, 1950; aged 62 y. 1m. 19 d. About twenty years ago he was afflicted with paralysis and was an invalid the last five years. In his youth he became a member of the Walnut Creek Mennonite Church, retaining this status until death. His parents and one brother (Roy) preceded him in death. Surviving are 2 brothers (Milo and Percy, at home), 2 sisters (Dessie-Mrs. J. C. Blosser, Sugarcreek, Ohio; and Annie, at home), a foster sister (Mary-Mrs. E. M. Castle, Cleveland, Ohio), and a number of nephews and nieces. Funeral services were held at the Walnut Creek Mennonite Church May 19, with Paul R. Miller and A. W. Miller in charge. Interment was made in the church cemetery.

Neiswanger. --- Nancy, daughter of Samuel and Nancy (Forrer) Martin, was born near Orrville, Ohio, July 19, 1860; passed away May 28, 1950; aged 89 y. 10 m. 9 d. She lived in the Orrville community until October, 1945, when she moved to the home of her niece (Mrs. Harry Buchwalter),near Dalton, Ohio. She was a member of the County Line Mennonite Church for many years. On Nov. 25, 1915, she was united in marriage to Henry Neiswanger, who preceded her in death in 1928. The youngest of a family of 9 children, she was preceded in death by all her brothers and sisters. Surviving are 14 nieces, 18 nephews, and many other relatives and friends. Death followed a six-week illness, during which she was tenderly cared for by the Buchwalters. She found great comfort in reading her Bible, her favorite passages being Psalm 23 and the epistles of John. Funeral services were held May 31 at the Buchwalter home and at the County Line Church by Abram Good, Elmer Good, Cleophas Steiner, and P. R. Lance. Interment was made in the Martins Church Cemetery.

Nussbaum. --- John Dwight, son of Levi and Nettie (Amstutz) Nussbaum, was born in East Union Twp., near Orrville, Ohio, Sept. 26, 1933; passed away June 6, 1950; aged 16 y. 8 m. 10 d. Death was caused by accidental drowning. On April 5, 1947, he was baptized upon confession of faith and received as a member of the Kidron Mennonite Church, Dalton, Ohio. He had completed grade school and two years of high school. Two brothers (Merlin Edward and Adrian Clair) preceded him in death. Surviving are his parents, 3 sisters (Delphia-Mrs. Ervin Linder, Louisville, Ohio; Harriet-Mrs. Ray Noblit, Navarre, Ohio; and Edith, at home), 6 brothers (LaVerne and Marion, Wooster, Ohio; Orrie, North Lawrence, Ohio; Harold, Vernon and LeRoy, at home), his grandparents (Mr. and Mrs. P. J. Amstutz, Dalton, Ohio), 5 nieces, and 6 nephews, and a large number of other relatives and friends. He was good-natured and friendly, particularly to little children. Funeral services were held June 9 at the home and at the Kidron Mennonite Church, with Reuben Hofstetter, Rody Stauffer, Allen Bixler, and Isaac Zuercher in charge. Burial was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Risser. --- Bertha G., daughter of the late John B. Snavely, was born July 14, 1892; passed away May 7, 1950; aged 57 y. 9 m. 23 d. She had been in ill health for two years and bedfast for four months. She was a member of the Gantz-Hernley congregation, of which her husband (Abram M. Risser) is one of the ministers. Surviving are her husband, one daughter (Cecilia-Mrs. Clyde L. Metzler, Manheim, Pa., 5 grandchildren , and 2 brothers (Menno G., and John G., of Manheim, Pa.). Funeral services were held at the home May 10, in charge of Henry Ginder of the Brethren in Christ Church, and at the Hernley Church with Homer Bomberger and Henry Lititz officiating. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery. Text: Rev. 14: 13.

Rohrer. --- Ella, daughter of the late Christian and Maria (Buckwalter) Rohrer, was born Nov. 21, 1862; died at the Mennonite Home near Lancaster, Pa., April 27, 1950; aged 87 y. 5 m. 6 d. Her childhood years were spent at the homestead, "Rohrer's Mill," near Strasburg, Pa. In 1876 she moved with her parents and 2 sisters to a newly erected house close by, where she ministered to the needs of her parents and one single sister until death took them. In 1915, she moved to Soudersburg where she resided until February, 1947, when she sold her home and took up residence at the Mennonite Home, where she greatly appreciated the association of the many guests near her own age. But she was always interested in aged and youth alike, and their various activities. She united with the Paradise Mennonite Church in young womanhood and supported all good movements of the church or community. About four weeks prior to her death she contracted influenza. The last of her immediate family, she was preceded in death by 3 brothers and 6 sisters, and is surviving only by nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted April 30 at the chapel of the Home by Landis Burbaker and Amos Weaver, a former Soudersburg neighbor, who used Psalm 23 at the basis for his remarks. Interment was made in the Strasburg Mennonite Cemetery, with G. Parks Book in charge.

Slagell. --- Emma Pfester was born Oct. 8, 1883, at Feraldorf, Switzerland; passed away June 3, 1950, at the Mennonite Hospital, Bloomington, Ill, after a short illness; aged 66 y. 7 m. 26 d. Death was caused by a heart attack. She came to America with her parents at the age of six and grew to womanhood in this country. On Oct. 30, 1904, she was united in marriage to Aaron Slagell at Fisher, Ill. To this union were born 3 children (Harvey, Ft. Wayne, Ind.; Lorene and Leroy, Flanagan, Ill.), who survive along with her husband. Also surviving are 5 grandchildren and many other relatives and frinds. The first years of their married life were spent on a farm near Cullom, Ill., after which they moved to the Flanagan community. In early youth she united with the Mennonite Church, remaining a faithful member. She was always cheerful and had a sweet personality which won for her a large number of friends. She served as a Sunday-school teacher as long as her health permitted and was an active member of the sewing circle. Funeral services were held at the Waldo Mennonite Church, in charge of J. D. Hartzler, assisted by E. J. Stalter. Interment was made in the Waldo Cemetery.

Snyder. --- Leah, daughter of the late Mt. And Mrs. Moses Gingrich, of Floradale, Ont., was born May 5, 1891; died in the Kitchener-Waterloo Hospital, Kitchener, Ont., June 10, 1950; aged 59 y. 1 m. 5 d. On Dec. 5 , 1911, she was married to Edwin W. M. Snyder, who predeceased her on April 27, 1947. They farmed in Waterloo Twp. Surviving are 5 sons and 2 daughters (Cleason, Nelson, Roy, Minerva-Mrs. Roy Brubacher, Erma, Orville, and Joseph), 10 grandchildren, 4 brothers (Ozias, Elmira, Ont.; Amos, Waterloo, Ont.; Eli, Floradale, Ont; and Nelson, Elmira), one half brother (Seranus Shantz, Guernsey, Sask.), and 2 sisters (Mrs. Henry Brubacher of Elmira; and Mrs. Seranus Martin, of Floradale). One daughter (Vera) and one son (Lorne) died in infancy. She was in poor health for a few months before the Lord called her home. She united with the Mennonite Church in her youth and remained faithful until death. Funeral services were conducted at the St. Jacobs Mennonite Church on June 14 by Roy S. Koch, assisted by O. D. Snider, of Elmira. Interment was made in the Conestoga Cemetery at Three Bridges.

Springer. --- John D., son of Christian and Phoebe (Lauber) Springer, was born Nov. 16, 1897, at Stuttgart, Ark.; passed away suddenly at his home near Shickley, Nebr., June 9, 1950; aged 52 y. 6 m. 23 d. His health had been failing for over a year. He accepted Christ in his youth and united with the Mennonite Church of which he remained a faithful member until his death. In 1920 he moved with his family to Carleton, Nebr. On Feb. 27, 1922, he was united in marriage to Susan Detweiler. One son (Quinton Howard), his parents, 2 brothers, and one sister preceded him in death. Surviving are his wife 2 sons (Victor Oren and Dayton John at home), one daughter (Rachel Ann, also at home), 2 brothers (Jake, Milford, Nebr.; Joe, Shickley, Nebr.), 3 sisters (Mrs. Lena Stauffer, of Milford; Mrs. Alma Steider, Geneva, Nebr.; and Mr.s Barbara Kennel, Iowa City, Iowa), and many other relatives and friends. He had a kind and loving disposition, was quiet and sincerely friendly, and was highly regarded by all who knew him. Funeral services were held June 12 at his home near Shickley and at the Salem Mennonite Church, conducted by Peter Kennel, assisted by Henry Kuhns and Lee Schlegel.

Walters. --- Joseph Zechariah, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Walters, was born Aug. 11, 1884, in South Dakota; died at St. Paul's Hospital, Saskatoon, Sask., June 22, 1950; aged 65 y. 10 m. 11 d. On March 27, 1904, he was married to Olga Decker, of Ebenezer, Sask. Surviving are his wife, 3 children (Mrs. Mabel Ham, Samuel Norman and Edison Gillis), one sister (Mrs. Katie Scheffner, Swift Current, Sask.), and a brother (David Walters, of Veregin, Sask.). He was converted as a young man at Ebenezer, Sask., and upon moving to Guernsey in 1917, united with the North Star Mennonite Church, of Drake, Sask. Interment was made in the Sharon Mennonite Cemetery of Guernsey. Funeral services were in charge of Stanley Shantz, assisted by Edwin Bartel, of Drake, Sask., and C. G. Derstine, Kitchener, Ont. He was held in high esteem and will be missed by friends and relatives.

Weaver. --- Susie G., daughter of the late John and Lydia (Sensenig) Burkhard, was born Feb. 21, 1876, in Earl Twp., Lancaster Co., Pa.; passed away at her home near Martindale, Pa., Feb. 28, 1950; aged 74 y. 7 d. Death followed a two-week illness. On Dec. 10, 1899, she was married to Levi S. Weaver, who survives. Three children (John and Daniel, Twins, and Mary) died in infancy. Surviving are 7 children (Lydia-Mrs. Harvey Eberly, Rebecca-Mrs. Christian Sauder, Levi, Anna-Mrs. David Brubaker, Esther-Mrs. Martin Shirk, Susanna, and Ruth, at home), 35 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, one brother (John S. Burkhard, Blue Ball, Pa.), and one sister (Rebecca Moyer, also of Blue Ball). In her youth she united with the Weaverland Mennonite Church and lived a consistent life until the time of her death. She had a meek and quiet disposition and was a kind wife and mother. Funeral services were held at her late home March 3, with further services at the Weaverland Church by Harry Martin and Aaron Sensenig. Text: II Tim. 4: 6-8. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Wenger. --- Caroline S., daughter of John and Elizabeth (Garber) Lehman, was born in Wayne Co., Ohio, Sept. 17, 1860; died June 14, 1950; aged 89 y. 8 m. 27 d. She moved to Missouri with her parents at the age of five. At the age of nineteen she accepted Christ as her personal Saviour and was received into the Bethel Mennonite Church by water baptism, later transferring her membership to the Mt. Zion Church. On Dec. 23, 1883, she was married to Abraham Wenger. They moved to the farm home where she spent the remainder of her life, with the exception of a few years spent in California. To this union were born 6 children (William, who died in 1904; Bessie, at home; Daniel, Aberdeen, Idaho; Jesse, Versailles, Mo.; Edward, Modesto, Calif.; Oakley, who died in 1917). Two homeless children (Gladys Edwards-Mrs. Melvin Lehman, Bellefontaine, Ohio; and McKinley Edwards, Newton, Iowa) were cared for in their home. Her husband preceded her in death twenty-seven years ago. Three brothers, 4 sisters and 2 grandchildren also predeceased her. Surviving are her daughter, 3 sons, 10 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, 3 brothers (Joel Lehman, West Liberty, Ohio; Edward, Fortuna, Mo.; Walter, Protection, Kans.), a number of nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral services were held June 17 at the home at the Mt. Zion Church in charge of J. R. Shank, assisted by C. B. Driver and Leroy Gingerich. Text: Ps. 116: 15. Burial was made in the Mt. Zion Cemetery.

Yoder. ­ Katie Geissinger was born in Lower Saucon Twp., Northampton Co., Pa., Nov. 23, 1876; died at her home in Quakertown, Pa., a member of the Swamp Old Mennonite Church, Steinsburg, Pa. Surviving area son (Elmer, Quakertown, Pa.), a daughter (Anna-Mrs. Horace L. Koder, Quakertown), 7 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, and 2 brothers (Isaac, Allentown, Pa.; and Joh, Los Angeles, Calif.). She was the widow of Daniel L. Yoder, who died Oct. 15, 1942. Abram Yoder and John Gehman officiated at the funeral services held May 29 at the A. W. Treffinger and Son Funeral home in Quakertown, and at the Swamp old Mennonite Church, neat Steinsburg. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Yoder. --- Nathaniel T., son of Tobias A. and Sarah (Yoder) Yoder, was born Sept. 12, 1910, at Shipshewana, Ind.; died suddenly June 11, 1950, at his home near Syracuse, Ind.; aged 39 y. 8 m. 29 d. As a young man he accepted Christ as his Saviour and united with the Old Order Amish Church, being received by baptism into the fellowship of the South Clinton congregation east of Goshen, Ind. On Oct. 17, 1935, he was united in marriage with Clara S. Miller, of Arthur, Ill. This union was blessed with 5 children (Mary Alice, Katy, Daniel, and Lawrence and Florence, twins). On May 7, 1944, he and his wife were received into the fellowship of the North Goshen Mennonite Church. During his entire lifetime he was a farmer. Members of the community where he resided testify that he was a good neighbor. Surviving are his sorrowing wife and children, his father, his stepmother, one brother, 3 sisters, 3 stepbrothers, and 3 sisters. Funeral services were conducted at his late home on June 14 by Russell Krabill, and at the North Goshen Mennonite Church by Paul Mininger and J. C. Wenger. Intermente was made in the Union Chapel Cemetery east of Goshen.

Transcribed by Marcia Bickel, Kansas.

UP

Christner. --- Goldie L., daughter of Levi and Goldie (O'Neil) Christner, was born northeast of Topeka, Ind., June 19, 1933; died May 29, 1950; aged 16 y. 11 m. 10 d. She had been suffering from heart trouble for five years; death followed six days after a severe attack. She was received in to the Old Order Amish Church by baptism May 25, 1950. Surviving are her parents, 8 brothers and 5 sisters (Menno, Rawleigh, Ind.; Lizzie Ann, Milford, Ind.; David, Bellevue, Ohio; Suzanna, Millersburg, Ind.; Christian, Wolcottville, Ind.; Emma, Topeka, Ind.; Amos, Huntsville, Ala.; Mary, Stockton, Calif.; John, Placerville, Calif.; Samuel, Levi, Edith, and Arthur, at home), 4 nieces, 9 nephews, 7 uncles, 2 aunts, and a large number of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the home May 31 by David Nissley and John S. Miller. Her body was laid to rest in the Miller Cemetery.

Collins. --- Frances Evelyn, daughter of Samuel and Margaret (Staley) Collins, was born in Fayette Co., Pa., May 25, 1873; died June 3, 1950, at her home near Masontown, Pa.; aged 77 y. 7 d. Death followed an illness of several months. On June 28, 1889, she was united in marriage to John Collins, who preceded her in death Feb. 15, 1935. She united with the Mennonite Church at Masontown twenty-one years ago and remained a faithful member until death. Surviving are 8 children (Samuel F., Star Ciy, W. Va.; William F. and Charles H., Somerset, Pa.; E. Clarence, Timberville, Va.; Mrs. Russell Cain, Mrs. Oscar Dugan, Mrs. Frank Townsend, and Walter D., Masontown, Pa.), 28 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. Funeral services were held at the Masontown Mennonite Church June 5, with A. J. Metzler, Paul M. Roth, and Walter Campbell in charge. Interment was made in the church cemetery.

Enns. --- Isaac P., son of the late Peter and Marie (Klassen) Enns, was born Sept. 27, 1877, at Kleefeld, Ukraine, Russia; passed away June 21, 1950, at the Reedley, Calif., Hospital; aged 72 y. 8 m. 25 d. Death followed a car accident the previous day. In early manhood he decided to take a trip around the world with several other young men. When their ship stopped at New York they decided to spend some time touring the United States. He started west, stopping to work at various places. May 10, 1908, he married Katherine Unger, of Hillsboro, Kans., and so he never finished his planned trip but settled in the Holbrook community, Cheraw, Colo., where they spent the next thirty- two years. In 1940 they moved to Hillsboro, Kans., and five years later to Dinuba, Colo., where he was employed as caretaker at the Reedley Hospital. He was converted and joined the Mennonite Church while he was still in Russia. He loved to study the Bible and was especially well informed in Old Testament history. Surviving are his wife, 4 sons and 3 daughters (Daniel H., Sacramento, Calif.; Verna L.-Mrs. Williard Guengerich, La Junta, Colo.; Karl F., La Junta; Elmer A., Goessel, Kans.; Paul J., La Junta; Kathryn-Mrs. Rudolf N. Bartel, Denver, Colo.; Leona-Mrs. Albert Schulz, Dinuba, Calif.), 15 grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by a daughter (Ida Pearl), a son (Elvin Loren), and an infant grandson and as far as he knew, by all his immediate family in the old country. Memorial services were held June 23 at the First Mennonite Church at Reedley, where he was a member. Funeral services at the East Holbrook Church at Cheraw, Colo., were conducted by Allen B. Erb and Richard Birky. Interment was made in the East Holbrook Mennonite Cemetery.

Heller. --- Edna C., daughter of the late Harry and Chrsitiann (Charles) Hess, was born June 2, 1886, near Willow Street, Lancaster Co., Pa.; died at her home along the Millersville Road, Lancaster Co., May 3, 1950; aged 63 y. 11 m. 1 d. She was married Dec. 14, 1910, to John G. Heller, who preceded her in death sixteen years ago. Surviving are 3 children (Frances-Mrs. Noah Esbenshade, Lancaster, Pa.; Edith-Mrs. V. Emanuel Hoover, Kinzers, Pa.; and J. Mervin, at home), 7 grandchildren, and one sister (Frances-Mrs. Martin R. Keen). She was a faithful member of the Rohrerstown Mennonite Church. Funeral services were conducted at the home and at the Millersville Mennonite Church with Christian Lehman in charge, assisted by Landis Shertzer, Andrew Shaub, Herbert Fisher, and Daniel Gish. Burial was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Transcriber's note: "Christiann" is spelled correctly.

Lantz. --- Barbara Della, daughter of the late Jeffrey and Katherine Miller, was born Aug. 26, 1887, near Kokomo, Ind.; died at the Rockingham Memorial Hospital, Harrisonburg, Va., May 9, 1950; aged 62 y. 8 m. 13 d. Death followed a heart attack. In 1914 she was united in marriage to Harvey J. Lantz, who survives. Also surviving are 7 children (Esther--Mrs. Kenneth Gusler, Midland, Mich.; Emerson, Saginaw, Mich.; John, Broadway, Va.; Ruth, Knoxville, Tenn.; Marie, Harry, and Frances, Harrisonburg, Va.), 10 grandchildren, 5 brothers and 2 sisters (Oliver, Chauncy, Fannie, and Roy Miller, and Nettie-Mrs. O. L. Detweiler, all of Fairview, Mich.; William, Plevny, Ind., and Willis, Harrisonburg, Va.), and many nieces and nephews. She was a faithful Christian and a member of the Mennonite Church from her youth. The last years of her life were devoted to caring for her invalid husband. Her patience and cheerfulness through trials made a lasting impression on her children. Funeral services were held at the Chicago Avenue Mennonite Church, Harrisonburg, with Harold Eschleman and Daniel Lehman in charge.

Miller. --- John D., son of the late Peter and Barbara (Krabill) Miller, was born in Canton Twp., Stark Co., Ohio, Dec. 12, 1879; died at the Mercy Hospital, Canton, Ohio, June 25, 1950; aged 70 y. 6 m. 13 d. At the age of sixteen he accepted Christ as his Saviour, was baptized and received in the fellowship of the Beech Mennonite Church. He was faithful in this fellowship until death. On Jan. 21, 1904, he was united in marriage to Lydia Schmucker of the same community. To this union were born 2 daughters and one son (Beulah, Blanche, and Virgil). On April 4, 1912, he was ordained a minister by Benjamin Gerig. In this capacity he served the church for thirty-eight years. For many years he shared in the operating of a greenhouse and cider press under the name Schmucker and Miller, and was well known as a businessman in the community. As a minister he was well known in the surrounding communities and was a contender for the faith of his denomination. He was a very regular attendant at church services as long as health permitted, and was always s willing to serve where needed. He was a kind and loving husband and father. For a number of years he had a chronic heart condition and during the last year his health seemed to fail gradually. The last six weeks he was largely bedfast; June 22 he was taken to the hospital, where he passed away. Surviving are his companion, 2 daughters (Mrs. Paul Mast, Millersburg, Ohio; and Mrs. Forrest Miller, Louisville, Ohio), one son (Virgil, Louisville, Ohio), 7 grandchildren, and one sister (Mrs. Mary Sommers, Louisville), one brother (Howard, Smithville, Ohio), and many other relatives and friends. His parents, one brother (Christian), and 2 grandsons preceded him in death. Funeral services were conducted at the home and at the church, in charge of O. N. Johns, assisted by J. E. Sommers, J. S. Gerig, and J.J. Hostetler. Interment was made in the church cemetery.

Ridgeway. --- Alvin Eugene, son of Ezra and Elsetta (Kratz) Ridgeway, was born Sept. 17, 1873, in Lacon, Ill.; passed away June 21, 1950; aged 76 y. 9 m. 4 d. On March 17, 1925, he married Minerva Ball at Lacon, Ill. Two children (Lloyd and Viola-Mrs. Victor Pfledever, both of Gardena, Ill.), were born into this home. Surviving are his wife, 2 children, 3 stepchildren (Mrs. Elsie Parr, Mrs. Lucille Wagher, Dahinda, Ill.; and Willis Scrivens, New Orleans, La.), 5 grandchildren. And 2 sisters (Mrs. Amy Sommers, Minonk, Ill.; and Mrs. Addie Gallagher, Chicago, Ill.). One sister and one brother are deceased. He was employed as a boilermaker at the Joseph F. Cody Co., in Peoria for many years before his retirement in 1944. Just preceding the last year of a long illness he received spiritual visitation which resulted in his decision to confess Christ as his personal Saviour. Upon that confession of faith he was baptized June 26, 1949. The service was held in his home since he was unable to leave his bed at the time. He read the Word of God and enjoyed the spiritual ministration of those who visited him. His health improved sufficiently that he was able to attend services at the Pleasant Hill Church East Peoria, Ill., a number of times. His last weeks were filled with rich testimony and experience. About a week before his death he expressed a desire to go home soon. Funeral services were held at the Pleasant Hill Church Jun 24 by Roy D. Roth, assisted by J. N. Kaufman. Texts: Eccl. 11: 3b; Rom. 5: 1, 2. Burial was made in the Pleasant Grove Cemetery, near Tremont, Ill.

Rutt. --- Amanda, daughter of the late Henry and Anna (Reist) Nissley, was born in Lancaster Co., Pa., July 20, 1868; passed away at the Mennonite Home near Lancaster, Pa., June 13, 1950; aged 81 y. 10 m. 23 d. She died a few hours after a cerebral hemorrhage and heart attack. She often prayed that she might not suffer a lingering illness and God granted her request. On May 14, 1891, she was married to Gabriel E. Rutt, who died May 8, 1901. To this union were born one daughter (Ada, who died June 6, 1921), and 2 sons (Alvin, Mt. Joy, Pa.; and Walter, Gulfport, Miss.). A brother (H. R. Nissley, Denver, Colo.) also survives. She was a faithful and devoted member of the Mennonite Church for nearly sixty years. Funeral services were held at the Bossler Church in charge of Amos Hess and Henry Frank. Her body was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery, between those of her late husband and her daughter. Text: I Cor. 15: 57.

Weidman. --- Jesse H., son of Adam and Catherine (Cole) Weidman, was born at Belleville, Pa., June 25, 1864; died suddenly at the home of his daughter (Mrs. Carl Weiser) near Wooster, Ohio, June 19, 1950; aged 85 y. 11 m. 24 d. In 1883 he left Belleville and moved to Holmes Co., Ohio, and in 1884 to Wayne Co., where he continued to reside. As a young man he was received into the Oak Grove Mennonite Church, Smithville, Ohio, and remained a member there until death. Dec. 24, 1885, he was married to Drusilla Kurtz, of Green Twp., Wayne Co., who preceded him in death Nov. 14, 1925. To this union were born 4 children (Laura-Mrs. John Bertsch, Orrville, Ohio; Allen W., Wooster, Ohio; Effie-Mrs. Carl Weiser, Wooster; and Frank W., Cleveland, Ohio). Surviving are his 4 children, 8 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren. He was one of a family of eight, of whom 2 survive (Grant W., Wellersville, Ohio; and Mrs. Ella Bennett, Elizabeth, N. J). Funeral services were held at the home and at the Oak Grove Mennonite Church on June 22, in charge of William G. Detweiler, assisted by John Kurtz, Harrisonburg, Va., a nephew of the deceased. Interment was made in the church cemetery.

Zimmerman. --- Sarah Ann, daughter of Isaac and Anna (Wenger) Martin, was born in Weaverland, Pa., Oct. 29, 1870; died at Ephrata, Pa., April 28, 1950; aged 79 y. 5 m. 29 d. She united with the Weaverland Mennonite Church at the age of seventeen. On Nov. 29, 1891, she was united in marriage to Noah B. Zimmerman of Terre Hill, Pa., To this union were born 11 children of whom five preceded her in death. Surviving are her husband and 6 children (Lydia-Mrs. Aaron Weaver, Ephrata, Pa.; Emma-Mrs. John L. Horst, Scottdale, Pa.; Mahlon and Stephen, Stevens, Pa.; Ada-Mrs. Harry Brunk, Harrisonburg, Va.; and Verna, at home). Her long life was filed with Christian joys and physical affliction, which she accepted with great Christian fortitude. As a mother she had no greater desire than that her children live up to their privileges in Christ. Her constant devotion to Christ gave rise to a life of selfless service, active testimony, and a spirit of charity for all. Her daily prayer burden was expressed to her family during her last illness in the following words: "I always, every day, pray for my children and grandchildren, and the neighbors that may have a share in eternal life." Funeral services were held at her late home and at the Ephrata Mennonite Church May 1, with John W. Hess, J. Irvin Lehman, and Amos S. Horst, officiating. Interment was made in the Martindale Cemetery.

Zook. --- Katie Ann, daughter of Aaron A. and Lydia (Gerber) Mast, was born near Shanesville, Ohio, March 16, 1872; died June 10, 1950; aged 78 y. 2 m. 24 d. She lived her entire life in the Shanesville community, moving from the farm in Gerber Valley to Shanesville in November, 1945. She endured much pain from arthritis in her time, but she always had zeal and courage to keep going. In youth she accepted Christ as her personal Saviour and united with the Walnut Creek Mennonite Church, to which she remained faithful until death. She manifested a great spiritual interest and concern for family and church, and always endeavored to be in Sunday school and church on the Lord's Day. She suffered from diabetes and dropsy for quite some time. On Dec. 17, 1949, she fell and fractured her ribs. Death resulted from a weakened hear. On Dec. 27, 1896, she was united in marriage to Edward T. A. Zook. To this union were born 3 sons and 2 daughters. Her parents, one half brother (Ira), and a daughter preceded her in death. Surviving are her husband,3 sons (Earl, at home; Ralph, Walnut Creek, Ohio; and Palmer, Sugarcreek, Ohio), one daughter (Irene, Trail, Ohio), 3 brothers (Abe Mast, Millersburg, Ohio; Amos, Shanesville; William A., also of Shaneville), a sister (Mrs. Abner Hostetler, Sugarcreek, Ohio), a half brother (Lester W. Mast, Sugarcreek, Ohio), a half sister (Mrs. Elva Burkey, Parma, Ohio), 8 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, and a large number of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Walnut Creek Mennonite Church June 13, with M. B. Hostetler and Paul R. Miller in charge. Interment was made in the church cemetery.

Transcribed by Marcia Bickel, Kansas.

UP

Geiger. --- Ezra W. Geiger, was born in Zurich, Ont., June 18, 1870; died suddenly as a result of an accident in the hayfield July 5, 1950; aged 80 y. 17 d. On June 22, 1893, he was married to Mary Ann Heckendorn, who remains. Also surviving are 5 children (Mabel-Mrs. William Gossman, Dashwood; Irvin, at home; Ida-Mrs. Clarence Snyder, Kitchener, Ont.; Arthur, Detroit, Mich.; Gordon, at home), 15 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, and one brother (David, of Galt, Ont.). Over fifty years ago he united with the Mennonite Church at Roseville. Funeral services were held July 7 at his late home and at the Cressman Mennonite Church. Burial was made in the cemetery adjoining the church. Oscar Burkholder officiated. Text: I Sam. 20: 3.

Hollinger. --- Samuel, son of the late Samuel and Anna (Horst) Hollinger, was born near Union Grove, Pa., Aug. 5, 1870; departed from this life Jan. 26, 1950; aged 79 y. 5 m. 21 d. Death followed two weeks after a cerebral hemorrhage. In his youth he accepted Christ as his personal Saviour and united with the Mennonite Church of the Weaverland district, where he was a faithful member until death. He attended regularly as long as his health permitted. On Nov. 29, 1892, he was united in marriage to Lydia Martin, who survives. Also surviving are 9 children (Noah, Martin, Anna Mary-Mrs. Clayton Martin, Emma-Mrs. Noah Gehman, Lydia-Mrs. Samuel Sauder, Paul , Barbara-Mrs. Ross Ebenshade, Edna-Mrs. Clarence Martin, and Alvin), 44 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren, and one sister (Mrs. Emma Martin). One son and one daughter preceded him in death. He was a faithful husband and loving father and grandfather. Funeral services were held Jan. 30, in charge of J. Paul Graybill at the home and Harry Lichty and Alvin Martin at the Goodville Mennonite Church. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Homes. --- Sophia, daughter of Henry and Veronica (Gingerich) Fischer, was born in Waterloo, Ont., July 12, 1861; passed away June 26, 1950; aged 88 y. 11 m. 14 d. One of sixteen children, at the age of one she was taken into the home of Amos Jones and at the age of three they moved to Indiana, locating near the Holdeman Church at Wakarusa. On Sept. 3, 1880, she was united in marriage to Levi Homes, who passed away Nov. 22, 1924. After his death she lived with her daughter (Sarah Stichter) and family. Two sons (Daniel and Henry) died in infancy and one daughter (Ida-Mrs. Jonas Martin) died in 1945. A granddaughter also predeceased her. Surviving are one daughter (Mrs. Mahlon Stichter, Wakarusa, Ind.), one son (Amos, Goshen, Ind.), 7 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and a large number of other relatives and friends. In 1884 she and her husband were baptized by Bishop Henry Shaum and united with the Mennonite Church. Although she never changed her membership for many years she attended regularly the Madison Chapel Church near her home. Funeral services were held June 30 at the home, in charge of Paul Book Brethren-in-Christ pastor of the Madison Chapel Church, and at the Holdeman Church, in charge of George J. Lapp. Interment was made in the Nafsiger Cemetery beside the grave of her husband.

Martin. --- C. V., son of the late Joseph and Lydia Martin, was born Nov. 30, 1886; died July 1, 1950; aged 63 y. 7 m. 1 d. He served in the ministry for thirty-two years and as bishop of the Franklin Co., Pa., churches for twelve years. He died in a hospital in Lock Haven, where he had undergone an appendectomy and tonsillectomy. Death was caused by peritonitis. Surviving are his wife (Jennie Martin), his aged mother, 7 children (Helen, at home, Mrs. Aaron Claney, Shippensburg, Pa.; Mrs. Richard Eyer, Orrstown, Pa.; Mrs. Glen Roebuck, Newville, Pa.; Wayne, Chambersburg, Pa.; Grant, Shippensburg; Wilmer, at home), a sister (Mrs. Ella Baer, Shippensburg, Pa.), 7 brothers (Samuel, H. Duchess, Alta; Joseph W., Jason E., and Daniel, Sheldon, Wis.; Irvin D., Chambersburg, Pa.; Isaac C., Chambersburg; and Amos E., Shippensburg, Pa.), and 9 grandchildren. He expressed himself as having peace with the Lord and no resentment against his fellow men. He was concerned for the lost and for the purity of the church, that the heritage and standards be preserved. A man of deep convictions, he was ready to stand by them. He will be greatly missed in his home and church. Funeral services were held at the home by Moses Horst and at the Rowe Church by Harvey E. Shank and Amos Horst, with a large group in attendance. His body was laid to rest in the cemetery near the church.

Miller. --- John H., son of Aaron and Mary (Spicker) Miller, was born in lagrange Co., Ind., Sept. 3, 1864; passed away at his home in Pettisville, Ohio, June 19, 1950; aged 85 y. 9 m. 16 d. He had suffered a stroke on Sept. 3, 1949, from which he never fully recovered. He lived in Lagrange Co., Ind., until at the age of nineteen he moved to Fulton Co, Ohio, where he lived the remainder of his life. Aug. 28, 1884, he was married to Leah Short, who departed from this life June 26, 1885, leaving one daughter (Mary). On March 11, 1886, he was united in marriage to Elizabeth Greiser. To this union were born 3 sons and 3 daughters. The oldest daughter (Ida) died at the age of two. His wife (Elizabeth) died Oct. 18, 1920. On Sept. 16, 1924, he was united in marriage to Fannie Ashliman*, who survives him and who ministered to him during his lingering illness. As a young man he accepted Christ as his Saviour and united with the Mennonite Church in Fulton, Co., remaining a faithful member until death. He maintained an active interest in the church and was a regular in attendance, when healthy permitted. He endured his affliction patiently, greatly rejoicing in his Saviour. Surviving are his companion, 3 sons and 3 daughters (Mary-Mrs. Andrew Short, Gideon, Uriah, Henry, all living near Pettisville; Anna, at home; and Edna-Mrs. Warren Long, Tiskilwa, Ill.), 2 stepsons (John and Omar Ashliman*), one foster son (Lewis Garretson), 36 grandchildren, 57 great-grandchildren, one brother (Mose Miller, Kent, Wash.), 2 sisters (Mrs. Barbara Garretson, Parsons, Kans.; and Mrs. Fannie Ringler, Goshen, Ind.), and a large number of other relatives and friends. Three grandchildren and one great-grandchild preceded him in death. Funeral services were held at the Clinton Mennonite Church, Archbold, in charge of E. B. Frey, Olen Nofziger, and P. R. Lantz. Text: Eccl. 12: 5b. Burial was made in the Pettisville Cemetery.

* Note from Mona Mann, family researcher: "Fannie Beck Aeschliman is my grandmother. The Aeschliman name is spelled with an "e."

Smith. --- Ashby, son of the late Solomon and Mary (Ritchie) Smith, was born at Criders, Va., July 3, 1875; died at the Rockingham Memorial Hospital, Harrisonburg, Va., May 5, 1950; aged 74 y. 10 m. 2 d. Fifty-three years ago he married Naomi May, who survives. Also surviving are 5 sons (Dewey, Daniel, William, Harry, and Loy, all of Criders), 22 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, 2 brothers (Perry and Hiram), and 2 sisters (Daisy and Lula). One son (Jesse) preceded him in death in 1931. He was a faithful member of the Valley View Mennonite Church at Criders. His singing was an inspiration. Funeral services were conducted at the Damascus Church on May 8, in charge of Timothy Showalter, assisted by Ray Emswiler. His body was laid to rest in the Caplinger Cemetery.

Stine. --- Lula F., daughter of Joseph and Elizabeth (Sampson) Forsythe, was born June 10, 1900, near Mercersburg, Pa.; died June 19, 1950, at the Waynesboro, Pa., Hospital, where she had been a patient for fifteen days; aged 50 y. 9 d. She was a member of the Marion Mennonite Church for one week. Surviving are her husband (Columbus C. Stine, Waynesboro, Pa.), 7 sons (Omar E., Mercersburg, Pa.; Edward H., St. Thomas, Pa.; Earl G., Howard B., Harry A., and Harold C., all at home; and Charles B., in Japan), a brother (Roman Forsythe, of Mercersburg), and one grandchild. Funeral services were held June 22 at Lininger's Funeral Chapel by Harvey Shank and Norman H. Martin. Burial was made in the Pine Grove Cemetery.

Yoder. --- Ida Mary, daughter of Peter and Barbara (Hochstetler) Swartzendruber, was born in Johnson Co., Iowa, March 3, 1867; died at her home in Iowa Co., June 3, 1950; aged 83 y. 3 m. On Dec. 6, 1888, she was united in marriage to Hiram C. Yoder, who passed away Jan. 11, 1901. To this union were born 3 sons (Lewis, Williamsburg, Iowa; Cornelius, Wellman, Iowa; and Henry, Parnell, Iowa) all of whom survive. Also surviving are 20 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, 2 brothers (Benjamin, Upland, Calif.; and Menno, Limon, Colo.), one sister (Barbara Slagell, La Junta, Colo.), and a large number of other relatives and friends. She was one of a family of fourteen children. In her youth she accepted Christ as her Saviour, united with the Amish Mennonite Church, in which faith she lived until death. She was bedfast for five months, following a stroke. Funeral services were held July 5 at the West Union Church, conducted by Paul T. Guengerich and Elmer G. Swartzendruber. Interment was made in the Upper Deer Creek Cemetery.

Zuercher. --- Christian, son of Isaac and Anna (Geiger) Zuercher, was born near Canton Bern, Switzerland, Jan. 13, 1862; passed away at the family home near Orrville, Ohio, June 22, 1950; aged 88 y. 5 m. 9 d. After the death of his mother he came to this country, in 1872, with other members of the family, settling in Wayne Co., where he made his home. In his youth he accepted Christ as his Saviour and became a member of the Mennonite Church, remaining faithful until death. On Feb. 20, 1890, he was united in marriage to Rebecca Zimmerly, who preceded him in death in 1915. To this union were born 4 sons and 7 daughters. Two daughters (Rhoda and Minnie) also preceded him in death. Surviving are 4 sons and 5 daughters (John and Oswin, at home; Noah, Wooster, Ohio; Albert, Archbold, Ohio; Elizabeth-Mrs. Rufus Gerber, Orrville, Ohio; Lina and Katie at home; Sarah-Mrs. Amos Lehman, Orrville, Ohio; Ida, Philadelphia, Pa.), one sister (Elisa-Mrs. George Eisenbach, Pandora, Ohio), and many other relatives and friends. He enjoyed many years of good health, scarcely knowing any confinement to his home until recent years. At advanced age he was known to travel long distances on foot. As long as health permitted, he was a regular attendant at the house of worship. Funeral services were held June 24 at the home and at the Kidron Mennonite Church, Dalton, Ohio, with Reuben Hofstetter, Isaac Zuercher, and Allen Bixler in charge. Burial was made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

Transcribed by Marcia Bickel, Kansas.