Bechler. --- Mary, daughter of John and Veronica (Steckle) Gascho, was born near Zurich, Ont., May 4, 1870; passed away March 30, 1950, at the home of her daughter (Mary); aged 79 y. 10 m. 26 d. She was married to Christian Bechler April 3, 1888. In the second years of their married life they moved to Huron Co., Mich., with their first-born son. They cleared the entire homestead, pioneered the community, and were charter members of the church. In her youth she accepted Christ and was baptized into the Amish Mennonite Church, later transferring her membership to the Mennonite Church, in which she remained faithful throughout her life. She enjoyed good health until the two years preceding her death. Surviving are 5 sons and one daughter (Edward, Albert, William, and Henry, all of Pigeon, Mich.; Alvin, Fort Wayne, Ind.; and Mary-Mrs. Loren Deitzel, Bay Port, Mich.). Her husband preceded her in death twenty-five years ago. One son (John) and one daughter (Violet) also predeceased her. Others surviving include 13 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, 4 brothers (John, Pigeon, Mich.; Christian, Zurich, Ont.; David, Boise, Idaho; and Jacob, Imlay City, Mich.), 2 sisters (Mrs. Catherine Ropp, Imlay City; Mrs. Leah Myers, Kitchener, Ont.), 4 half sisters (Mrs. Samuel Gingerich and Mrs. David Oesch, Zurich, Ont.; Mrs. Jacob Kipfer, Dashwood, Ont.; Mrs. John Yantzi, Baden, Ont.), 2 half brothers (Daniel, Zurich, Ont; and Moses, of British Columbia), 2 stepsisters (Mrs. Christian Gascho, Zurich; Mrs. Rachel Kipfer, Saint Thomas), one stepbrother (Joseph Swartzentruber, of Zurich). Funeral services were held at the home of her son (Albert) and at the Pigeon Mennonite Church, with interment in the church cemetery. T. E. Schrock and Donald King officiated.

Birkey. ---Lena M., daughter of the late Christian and Katherine Oyer, was born in Woodford Co., near Roanoke, Ill., Jan. 29, 1890; passed away at her home south of Manson, Iowa, on April 3, 1950; aged 60 y. 2 m. 5 d. On Jan. 31, 1907, she was united in marriage to John E. Birkey, who survives. Also surviving are 13 children (Edward R., Jolley, Iowa; Simon A., Manson, Iowa; Clarence R., Dewey, Ill.; Elsie-Mrs. Ralph Yoder, Alpha, Minn.; Anna Mae-Mrs. Jay Showalter, La Junta, Colo.; John C., Elmer E., and Samuel C., all of Manson; Alvina, Pearl, Pauline, Jacob and Joseph at home), 14 grandchildren, 2 sisters (Mrs. Levi Birkey, Lowell, Mich.; and Elsie Oyer, Foosland, Ill.), 5 brothers (Jacob, Morton, Ill.; Peter, Congerville, Ill.; Joseph, Samuel, and Manuel, Foosland), and a large number of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by one daughter (Katherine) and one son (Orville Dale), one grandson, her parents, one brother, and 3 sisters. In her youth she accepted Christ as her personal Saviour and united with the Mennonite Church of which she remained a faithful member until death. The first six years of her married life were spent on a farm near Manson, Iowa, where she lived until her death. She had been in ill health for a number of years, being bedfast the last three months. Death was caused by a stroke. She was a kind and loving companion and mother always concerned for the spiritual welfare of her family. Funeral services were held at the home and at the Manson Mennonite Church, in charge of Nick Stoltzfus, assisted by John David Zehr. Interment was made in the Rose Hill Cemetery.

Bixler. --- Daniel, son of David and Magdalene (Hostetler) Bixler, was born near Dalton, Ohio, June 4, 1872; departed from this life March 24, 1950; aged 77 y. 9 m. 20 d. Death resulted from pulmonary thrombosis and complications. On Jan. 5, 1902, he was united in marriage to Rosa Welty. He was preceded in death by 2 children in infancy and in the past year by a son (Orlo) and by his companion. He leaves a daughter (Dora Gummo), a son (Milo), both of the home , 3 brothers (John, of Kidron; Noah, of Orrville; and David, of Bluffton), 3 sisters (Mrs. David P. Lehman, Apple Creek, Ohio; Mrs. D. C. Hostetler and Mrs. Martin D. Moser, Orrville, Ohio), a large number of nieces and nephews, and many other relatives and friends. He accepted Christ as his Saviour and became a member of the Sonnenberg Mennonite Church, Dalton, Ohio. In May 1915, he transferred his membership to the Bethel Mennonite Church, Wadsworth, Ohio, and remained a faithful member until his departure. He enjoyed reading the Bible and other good literature. He was interested in the work of the church and his desire was to attend services whenever health permitted. He was also interested in the welfare of his family and of those around him. Funeral services were held March 27 with J. Robert Kreider giving the message, assisted by S. D. Rohrer and Allen Bixler. Burial was made in the lower Mennonite cemetery.

Doutrich. --- Annie, daughter of the late Jonas H. and Mary (Buckwalter) Weaver, was born near New Holland, Lancaster Co., Pa., March 24, 1870; passed away at her home in Paradise, Pa., March 25, 1950; aged 80 y. 1 d. On Nov. 24, 1892, she was married to Harry H. Doutrich, who died March 8, 1901. To this union were born 5 children (Lizzie-Mrs. Amos W. Myer, Gettysburg, Pa.; Enos, in the West; Harry, Bird-in-Hand, Pa.; Mary, now deceased; and a son who died in infancy). Others surviving are 6 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, 18 stepgrandchildren, and 4 sisters (Mrs. Lizzie Weaver, Strasburg, Pa.; Mrs. Emma McCoy, Akron, Pa.; Martha-Mrs. John L. Landis, Lancaster, Pa.; Hettie, Lancaster, Pa.). Three brothers and 2 sisters predeceased her. She was a faithful, consistent member of the Mennonite Church since 1894. Her life was one of unselfish devotion to her Master. She was a loving mother and a wise counselor and worked hard to made a home for her children. Her health was failing for several years from a heart condition; death followed a two-week illness. Funeral services were held March 28 at the Paradise Mennonite Church, by G. Parke Book and Martin R. Hershey. Burial was made in the Hershey Cemetery.

Eberly. ---Mary G., daughter of the late Martin and Mary Ann (Groff) Nolt, was born near New Holland, Pa., Aug. 29, 1889; passed away at the Ephrata Community Hospital, Feb. 18, 1950; aged 60 y 5 m. 19 d. She had been in failing health for a number of years. Her death resulted from a cerebral hemorrhage after an illness of six days. In her youth she united with the Groffdale Mennonite Church and remained a faithful member until death. On Jan. 6, 1910, she was united in marriage to Amos S. Eberly, who survives. Also surviving are 3 sons and 3 daughters (Leroy N., Leola, Pa.; Melvin N., New Holland, Pa.; Mary Ann at home; Norman N., New Holland, Pa.; Alma N., at home; F. Viola-Mrs. Monroe Weber, Mohnton, Pa.), 18 grandchildren, one brother (Mahlon Nolt, Stevens, Pa.), and one sister (Emma-Mrs. Hoover Martin, Ephrata, Pa.). Two infant granddaughters preceded her in death. She was a kind and loving companion and mother, and was deeply interested in her family. Funeral services were held at the home in charge of Amos Sauder, and at the Groffdale Church, in charge of Mahlon Witmer, Eli Sauder, and John S. Martin. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Gingrich. --- Margaret Shirk, was born Feb. 5, 1863; passed away March 30, 1950; aged 87 y. 1 m. 25 d. She was the widow of the late William Gingrich. Surviving are one son, one daughter, 5 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Lauver Church, Cocolamus, Pa., with the sermon by W. W. Graybill.

King. --- Alpha Ray son of Jacob Z. and Barbara (King) King, was born Jan. 24, 1886, near West Liberty, Ohio; passed away at his home, Iowa City, Iowa, March 22, 1950; aged 64 y. 1 m. 25 d. In his youth he united with the South Union Mennonite Church near West Liberty, Ohio. On Sept. 28, 1811*, he was married to Blanche Elizabeth Yoder, of Johnson Co., Iowa. The greater part of their married life they resided on a farm near Parnell, Iowa. In 1941 because of ill health on the part of the husband they moved to Iowa City, Iowa, where they were residing at the time of his death, which was caused by a heart attack. To this union were born 3 daughters (Nora-Mrs. Leslie F. Hathaway, Philadelphia, Mo.; Edna, at home; and Beulah-Mrs. James G. Koch, Philadelphia, Pa.) all of whom survive. Also left are his companion and her mother (Mrs. Matilda Yoder), who resided with them, a sister (Anna M. Hartzler, Belleville, Pa.), a brother (Joe F. King, Bellefontaine, Ohio), 2 half brothers (Marion Y. and Ivan T., both of West Liberty, Ohio), 3 grandsons, and a large number of relatives and friends. As a companion and father, he was cherished and respected, and had friends in all walks of life in whom he witnessed a profound faith in Christ by his daily living. During all his Christian life he was a member of the Mennonite Church; at the time of his death he was a member of the Mennonite Mission Church of Iowa City. He was preceded in death by his father, mother, stepmother, 3 infant brothers, and a half sister (Carrie M. King). Funeral services were held March 25. Burial was made in the West Union Cemetery. Scripture: Amos 4:12. Daniel J. Fisher, Paul T. Gingerich, and Norman Hobbs had part in the service.

Transcriber's note: In the original obituary the marriage date was Sept. 28, 1811. It should be Sept. 28, 1911.

Metzler. --- Clayton H., son of the late Christian and Elizabeth (Helt) Metzler, was born March 22, 1876, in Rapho Twp., Lancaster Co., Pa.; passed away suddenly Feb. 13, 1950, at his home, of a heart condition; aged 73 y. 10 m. 21 d. He was a member of the Mt. Joy, Pa., Mennonite Church. Surviving are his widow (Annie Becker Metzler), 2 daughters (Minnie B. Metzler and Martha B. Metzler, at home), and one brother (Aaron H., Mt. Joy, Pa.). He was a carpenter for many years. Funeral services were held Feb. 16 at his late home by Henry Frank and at the Mennonite Church, Mt. Joy, Pa., in charge of Henry Lutz and Amos Hess. Texts: II Tim. 4: 6-8; James 4: 13-15. Interment was made in the Henry Eberly Cemetery, Mt. Joy, Pa.

Nussbaum. --- Fanny, daughter of John and Maryann (Oberly) Amstutz, was born in Sugarcreek Twp., Wayne Co., Ohio, May 1, 1870; passed away at the home of her daughter (Mrs. Ezra Lehman), March 29, 1950; aged 79 y. 10 m. 28 d. In her youth she accepted Christ as her personal Saviour, and was received into the Sonnenberg Mennonite Church, to which she remained faithful until death. She was married to Caleb Steiner, on March 4, 1879*, and to this union nine children were born. Surviving are 4 sons (Lloyd, Massillon, Ohio; Homer, Apple Creek, Ohio; Phares, Dalton, Ohio; Andrew, Stouffville, Ont.), 4 daughters (Alma-Mrs. Ezra Lehman, Apple Creek, Ohio; Minnie-Mrs. Albert Steiner, Martha-Mrs. Paul Steiner, and Ida-Mrs. Hiram Sommer, all of Orrville, Ohio), one brother (P. J. Amstutz, Dalton, Ohio), 6 stepchildren, 33 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren. One daughter, one grandson, 4 sisters, one brother, and 4 stepchildren preceded her in death. On Sept. 19, 1910, her companion passed away, leaving her with the many responsibilities of rearing the family. Relatives and friends assisted her during those trying years. On May 12, 1925, she was married to Isaac Nussbaum, who preceded her in death on Sept. 11, 1945. Her faith in God and her fellowship with Him sustained her through trials and disappointments, and in her last illness she expressed her faith in the goodness of her Lord. She was patient in suffering, and looked to the Lord to take her home to Himself in His appointed time. Funeral services were conducted at the home April 1 by Reuben Hofstetter and at the Sonnenberg Mennonite Church, by Louis Amstutz and Jacob Neuenschwander. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Transcriber's note: The date of Fanny's first marriage is listed as March 4, 1879, I believe this is an incorrect date as she would only be 9 years old at the time of her marriage.

Rasmusson. --- Elmer Henry, son of Nels and Caroline Rasmusson, was born April 9, 1888; passed away March 24, 1950; aged 61 y. 11 m. 15 d. Death was caused by coronary thrombosis. On April 23, 1913, he was united in marriage to Mary Magdalene Weideman. He farmed for a number of years, lived in Blanden and Palmer, and in 1925 moved to Manson, Iowa, to enter the farm implement and hardware business. In 1943 he retired after which he devoted his time to other interests and to civic and community affairs. He was elected mayor of Manson in 1946, and was a candidate for a third term in that position at the time of his death. He is survived by his wife, 4 daughters (Mrs. Gottlieb Janssen, Mrs. Richard Stamper, Florence and Mary Anne), 6 grandchildren, 2 brothers (Arthur, Akron, Ohio; and Floyd, Manson, Iowa). Funeral services were conducted at the home and at the Mennonite Church March 27 by Nick Stoltzfus, assisted by Edward Birkey.

Risser. --- Elias P., son of the late Samuel and Annie (Peters) Risser, was born June 5, 1868, in Lancaster Co., Pa.; departed this life very suddenly of a heart condition March 25, 1950, at Elizabethtown, Pa.; aged 81 y. 9 m. 20 d. Sept. 11, 1890, he was united in marriage to Annie Landis, who predeceased him on Jan. 20, 1940. His mother preceded him in death on May 15, 1947, at the age of almost 100. He is survived by one brother (John P., Elizabethtown, Pa.), one sister (Mrs. Lillie Caslow, Dauphin Co., Pa.), and a number of nieces and nephews. He accepted the Lord as his personal Saviour in his early married life and united with the Mennonite Church, in which faith he died. He spent much of his time the last years visiting shut-ins and those who were physically handicapped, bringing cheer and comfort. Funeral services were conducted on March 29 at the Miller Funeral Home, Elizabethtown, and at the Good Mennonite Church, in charge of Noah W. Risser, Clarence E. Lutz, and Ira Z. Miller. Burial was made in the adjoining cemetery. Text: Matt. 24: 44.

Roth. --- Ezra, son of Henry and Mary (Guth) Roth, was born on July 4, 1904, in Tazewell Co., Ill.; passed away suddenly of a heart attack aged 45 y. 8 m. 29 d. At the age of two he moved with his parents to Seward Co., Nebr., locating near Goehner. On Feb. 4, 1926, he was united in marriage to Flony Eicher, and moved to the farm where he lived till his passing. To this union were born 3 children (Arlene-Mrs. Merlin Stutzman, Milford, Nebr.; Merle and Mary Jane, at home). In 1917, he was baptized and joined the West Fairview Mennonite Church near Beaver Crossing, Nebr. On March 20, 1930, he was ordained deacon and on Nov. 27, 1932, he was ordained to the ministry. He served this church faithfully in these capacities for twenty years, and preached the Gospel sincerely and conscientiously. He also served as assistant pastor and shouldered more responsibilities in recent years because of the frequent absence of the bishop. He took active part in various church activities such as young people's meetings, Sunday school, and conferences. He was instrumental in drawing up the constitution and bylaws for the Sunset Home for the Aged near Geneva, Nebr. Surviving are his wife, 3 children, one grandson, 2 brothers (Ben J. and Clarence, of Mt. Pleasant, Iowa), 6 sisters (Elise-Mrs. Perry Troyer, Waterford, Pa., Lydia-Mrs. Noah Graber, Washington, Iowa; Anna-Mrs. William Beckler, Beaver Crossing, Nebr.; Ida, Iowa City, Iowa; Mary-Mrs. Emory Wenger, Mt. Pleasant, Iowa; Clara-Mrs. Jake Ransberger, Wayland, Iowa), and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother (Alvin H.). He was a kind and affectionate father and companion, and was concerned for both the spiritual and temporal welfare of the family and also for others around him. Although suffering from a heart ailment for several years, he was able to be about his normal duties. On the day preceding his death he delivered his last sermon, and on the day of his death he visited a sick member in the hospital. Life came suddenly to a close while he was doing his chores. Funeral services were held April 6 at the West Fairview Church, in charge of William R. Eicher, assisted by several ministers. Burial was made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

Shenk. --- Jacob A. Shenk, was born Feb. 17, 1900, at Denbigh, Va.; died in an airplane accident on March 24, 1950, near Mountain City, Tenn.; aged 50 y. 1 m. 7 d. He united with the Mennonite Church in early youth and served well. He completed Bible and secondary school education at Eastern Mennonite College with the graduating classes of 1922 and 1927 and was married to Lucy Wenger of Edom, Va., Dec. 8, 1926. He was ordained a deacon in the Northern District of the Virginia Mennonite Conference in 1940. At the time of his death he was a loyal promoter of missions, an active supporter of the educational program of the church, a well-balanced church official, a conscientious businessman, a wide-awake citizen of the community, and a dutiful husband and father. He is survived by his wife and 4 children (Paul, James, Virginia, Ana, and Ellen), 4 brothers (Coffman, Henry, Ezra, George), and 5 sisters (Phoebe Kraus, Mabel Brunk, Martha Palmer, Mary, and Lydia). Funeral services were conducted in the Eastern Mennonite College auditorium with John L. Stauffer in charge and Truman H. Brunk and J. D. Graber assisting. John R. Mumaw preached the sermon from Prov. 3: 1-10, using as his subject "The Triumph of Faith." Interment was made in the Lindale Cemetery.

Stahl. --- Charles W., son of Jeremiah and Rebecca (Blough) Stahl, was born in Lagrange Co., Ind., near Shipshewana, June 2, 1886; passed away near Fairview, Mich., March 29, 1950; aged 63 y. 9 m. 27 d. He was sick for one year with cancer. On Oct. 18, 1914, he was married to Esther Reber. To this union were born 6 children (Byron, Lagrange, Ind.; Willis, Archbold, Ohio; Priscilla, Warren, and Carl, Detroit, Mich.; and Arlene, at home). Besides his wife and children he leaves 6 grandchildren, 3 brothers (Ora, Warsaw, Ind.; Willis, Goshen, Ind.; Henry, Elkhart, Ind.), and 2 sisters (Irene Bertha Moulten, Howe, Ind.; and May Lela Reinhart, Elkhart, Ind.). His parents, one brother, one sister, and 4 grandchildren preceded him in death. He has been a member of the Mennonite Church from his youth. Services were conducted by Harvey Hondrich and M. S. Steiner at the Mennonite Church of Fairview, Mich. Burial was made in the cemetery near by.

Weaver. ---Melvin Hershey, son of Amos H. and Elizabeth (Grove) Weaver, was born Sept. 15, 1923, near Keota, Iowa; met instant death in an airplane accident March 24, 1950; aged 26 y. 6 m. 9 d. On March 24 he had accompanied Jacob A. Shenk on a visit to the Concord Mission in Tennessee; on the return trip to Harrisonburg, Va., they encountered a severe local storm near Mountain City, Tenn., which badly damaged the plane and caused the two men to be hurled to the earth. He spent the early part of his life on a farm in Iowa. Accepting Christ as his Saviour in boyhood days, he became a member of the Liberty Mennonite Church, South English, Iowa. From 1941 to 1945 he attended Eastern Mennonite College, and on May 16, 1945, was united in marriage to Miriam V. Lehman, of Harrisonburg, Va. He was appointed as a licensed minister of the Virginia Conference to serve on Lost Creek near Ophir, Ky., where from July, 1945 to July, 1949, he and his wife were engaged in mission work. In August, 1949, they moved to Crockett, Ky. There they lived until January, 1950, when they located temporarily in Park View, planning to return to Kentucky in April. However, the Lord saw fit to change these plans and to take him home to glory instead. He is survived by his wife, 3 daughters (Kathleen Joyce, Carol Ann, Dorothy Jean), his parents, one brother (Vernon, Kalona, Iowa), 5 sisters (Mary-Mrs. David Bontrager, Haven, Kans.; Esther-Mrs. Leroy Schrock, Glen Flora, Wis.; Goldie-Mrs. Melvin Miller, Rittman, Ohio; Virginia, Plain City, Ohio; and Velma, at home), a grandmother, and many uncles, aunts, and cousins. One brother (Floyd) preceded him in death. Funeral services were held March 27 at the C. K. Lehman home and at the E. M. C. auditorium, in charge of Milton Brackbill, assisted by Mahlon Blosser, John H. Shenk, and S. H. Rhodes. Text: I Thess. 4: 16-18. Interment was made in the Weaver Church Cemetery near Harrisonburg, Va.

Transcribed by Marcia Bickel, Kansas.

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Bomberger. --- Fanny, daughter of John and Catherine (Nissley) Musser, was born in Rapho Twp., Lancaster Co., Pa., Nov. 23, 1863; died Jan. 23, 1950, at her home in Elm, Pa., after five weeks' illness; aged 86 y. 2 m. Surviving are 5 children (Mrs. Katie Landis, Lizzie Bomberger, at home; Cyrus, Lititz, Pa.; John M., Elm, Pa.; and Elam, Mt. Joy, Pa.), 14 grandchildren, 34 great grandchildren. Of a quiet disposition, she read much in her declining years and delighted in the service of her God. She had the blessed experience of seeing all her children and grandchildren in the fellowship of the church. She was active about the home and attended church services regularly until six weeks before her passing. Funeral services were held at the Erb Mennonite Church Jan. 27, in charge of Henry Lutz and Joseph Boll, Sr. Text: Ps. 23. Burial was made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

Brunk. --- Martha Kate, daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Hege) Martin, was born Oct. 25, 1876, near Maugansville, Md.; died at the Buxton Hospital, Newport News, Va., March 31, 1950; aged 73 y. 5m. 6 d. On Sept. 15, 1896, she was married to Emanuel Hartman Brunk, who preceded her in death two years ago. One daughter (Mary) and 2 sons (Homer and Melvin) also predeceased her. Surviving are 4 sons (Jason W., Baltimore, Md.; J. Irvin, Upland, Calif.; Herman, Charlotte, N.C.; and Earl, at home), 13 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, and one brother (John Martin, Woodstock, Ill.). In her early youth she united with the Reiff Mennonite Church. In 1908 she with her husband and three sons moved to Warwick Co., Va., transferring their membership to the Warwick River Church, where she remained a faithful member until death. While her pathway through life was often rough and toilsome, her complete trust in the Lord sustained her. Her interest and concern for the church and her friendly social contact with people led to her appointment as mission worker in Newport News before the present mission was established there. During her last stay at the John Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, one of the head nurses asked her to write a plea for Christianity in nursing, to be posted for student nurses. The last four years she suffered from Addison's disease but was not bedfast. Her death was sudden, following an illness of less than a day. Funeral services were held at the home and at the Warwick River Church, with John Shenk and Truman H. Brunk officiating. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Buchwalter. --- Emma, daughter of the late Michael and Marie (Wenger) Horst, was born May 17, 1869, in Lancaster Co., Pa.; died April 6, 1950; aged 80 y. 10 m. 19 d. When she was a year old, her parents moved to Stark Co., Ohio, to a farm near the Pleasant View Church, where she grew to womanhood; she lived in the near-by community until her death. For a number of years she was in failing health and was cared for by her son (Harry) and his wife. On May 4, 1890, she was received into the fellowship of the Mennonite Church and remained faithful in the same until death. She was the last surviving charter member of the Pleasant View congregation. On Nov. 26, 1891, she was united in marriage to Ira J. Buchwalter. She shared most helpfully in the labors of her husband, who was a minister over fifty years. He preceded her in death Jan. 3, 1950. One child (Ruth) died in 1903. She is survived by her son (Harry) , 5 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends. She was a promoter of sewing circle work and a charter member of the Martins and Pleasant View Circle, which was organized thirty-three years ago. The first president, she served number of years and did her work faithfully. During those early years the work was new, and it meant putting in long days because much of the year horse and buggy was the way of travel and the distance was often a good many miles. She often entertained the sewing circle in their home and attended the meetings whenever she could, often taking part in the devotions. She had a way of leading the group to spiritual uplift, with songs and fervent prayer, even though all hands had been busy with work. The last meeting she attended was in the Harry Buchwalter home shortly before she became bedfast. She was very congenial and exercised good judgment. She and her husband had a way of noticing all ages, from the smallest child to the aged; all classes were their friends. No home was too poor for them to visit and help. Often the sewing circle got in touch with homes through them, and families were brought to church. During the depression they fitted out children with clothing so they could go to school or Sunday school, or they watched over a sick one, paid doctor bills, gave many poor families meals. Her work was done in a quiet, unassuming manner, not for praise of men but to the honor and glory of God. Her words were few and well-chosen. She lived a humble life seasoned with grace, serving the Lord. Funeral services were conducted at the home and at the Pleasant View Mennonite Church, with James Steiner in charge, assisted by A. J. Steiner, E. F. Hartzler, W. J. Myers, I. W. Royer, and P. R. Lantz. Burial was made in the near-by cemetery.

Cassel. --- James, son of Mahlon and Elizabeth (Bergey) Cassel, was born Oct. 11, 1948; died March 20, 1950, at his home near Hatfield, Pa., aged 1 y. 5 m. 9 d. Death followed a very brief illness, caused by lobar pneumonia. Surviving are his parents and one sister (Lucille, at home). Funeral services were held at the Line Lexington, Pa., Mennonite Church on March 23, with Arthur Roth in charge. Burial was made in the adjoining cemetery. Text: I Sam. 3: 18.

Cooprider. --- John A., son of Matthias and Sarah (Friedley) Cooprider, was born Jan. 19, 1860, at Clay City, Ind.; died of cerebral hemorrhage, April 25, 1950, at Greensburg, Kans.; aged 90 y. 3 m. 6 d. His mother died when he was six years of age. His father, uncle, aunt, and two brothers left Indiana Aug. 3, 1876, in a covered wagon to make a new home in Kansas. About a year later his invalid stepmother followed; soon after arriving in Kansas she passed away. Mrs. Susan Heatwole Brunk, mother of the late George R. Brunk, became his second stepmother. This step in the family history introduced the Coopriders to the Mennonite Church. He married Henrietta Brunk on Sept. 21, 1884. They made their home on a farm near McPherson, Kans. To this union were born 3 sons and 4 daughters. Their sons (Albert, and twins, Ralph and Reuben) died in infancy. His wife died Jan. 5, 1939. There survive 4 daughters (Florence Friesen, M. D., Greensburg, Kans., wife of Bishop P. A. Friesen, retired missionary from India; Stella Erb, wife of Bishop Allen Erb, superintendent of the Mennonite Hospital and Sanitarium, La Junta, Colo.; Grace-Mrs. J. R. Diller, Hesston, Kans.; and Ruth Zook, wife of J. Kore Zook, minister in the Bethel Church, St. Johns, Mich.), 16 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, one half brother (Charles W. Cooprider, Windom, Kans.), 2 half sisters (Mrs. E. J. Ely, Inman, Kans.; Mrs. O. E. Hostetler, McPherson, Kans.), nephews, nieces, and other relatives. As a young man he confessed Christ as Saviour and became a member of the United Brethren Church. About 1895 he and his wife became members of the West Liberty Mennonite Church near Windom, Kans. In this church he was a faithful member until moving to Hesston, Kans., to serve as superintendent of buildings and grounds of the newly organized school. He then transferred his membership to the Hesston congregation, of which church he was a member until death. He was a kind husband, a loving father, a conscientious, everyday Christian. He provided for his own, for himself, and for the work of the Lord as opportunity called. He is a good example of the incarnation of the principle of the Word of the Lord in Rom.2: 6, 7. Such lives furnish the main body in the structure of the church. Funeral services at the P. A. Friesen home in Greensburg were conducted by Samuel Janzen, and at the West Liberty Church near Windom, Kans., by J. G. Hartzler, Jess Kauffman, and Milo Kauffman. Interment was made in the West Liberty Mennonite Cemetery.

Davis. --- Sarah Christina, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L. L. Davis, of Limon, Colo., was born Dec. 17, 1943; departed from this earth April 7, 1950, at the Flagler Hospital; aged 6 y. 3 m. 21 d. She is survived by her parents, 5 sisters (Mrs. Henry Gynae, Limon, Colo.; Mrs. Lloyd W., Gundy, Chicago, Ill.; Laura, Joyce, and Eileen of Limon), 3 brothers (Theodore E., Midland, Mich.; Lewis and Ernest , of Limon), 3 grandparents (Mrs. Sarah Davis, Laverne, Okla.; Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Kidder, Mills, N. Mex.), uncles, aunts, and a large number of friends. Funeral services were held on April 10, in charge of Richard Birky and Valentine Swartzendruber. Text: II Sam. 12: 23. Interment was made in the Limon Cemetery.

Eshleman. --- Jacob W. Eshleman was born near Hagerstown, Washington Co., Md., July 26, 1856; died April 11, 1950; aged 93 y. 8 m. 15 d. On May 10, 1877, he was married to Maria Baer, who preceded him in death by four months. In their young years they united with the Miller Mennonite Church neat Leitersburg, Md., to which he was faithful until death. For a number of years he was trustee of the Miller Church. After marriage they began farming on his father's farm near Reid, Md. After twenty years they moved to Hagerstown, Md., to care for his wife's parents. After the death of his son (Adam) they helped to care for 5 grandchildren. They also opened their home to an orphan boy (Edgar Willhide). Surviving are 2 daughters (Emma, widow of Levi Martin, and Fannie-Mrs. Noah Martin), 7 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren, 5 great-great grandchildren, and many friends. He was always ready to help in the community when there was a need. The last five years he and his wife made their home with their daughter and son-in-law (Fannie and Noah Martin), where he died after three weeks' illness. Funeral services were held April 14 at the home by Moses Horst, and at the Paradise Church by Daniel Strite and Harvey Shank. Text: Phil. 1 : 21.

Gascho. --- James Harry, son of Harry and Elva (Newswanger) Gascho, of Wood River, Nebr., was born April 9, 1950; died April 10, 1950; aged 1 d. He is survived by his parents and 3 grandparents (Joseph Gascho, Cairo, Nebr.; and Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Newswanger, Ronks, Pa.). Graveside services were conducted April 10 by Alvin Gascho. Interment was made in the Wood River Mennonite Cemetery.

Gerber. --- Arthur Eugene, stillborn son of Leonard and Dorothy Gerber, of Dalton, Ohio, was born April 17, 1950, at the Community Hospital, Wooster, Ohio. Surviving are his parents, 3 sisters (Judith Ann, Katherine Diane, and Lindora Jeane), 3 grandparents (Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Zuercher and Peter P. Gerber). Brief funeral services were conducted by Reuben Hofstetter at the home of the parents on April 18. Burial was made in the Kidron Mennonite Cemetery.

Headrick. --- May Ellen Neuschwanger was born in Osborne, Osborne Co., Kans., April 9, 1877; died April 8, 1950; aged 72 y. 11 m. 29 d. From Osborne the family moved to Shelby Co., Mo. On Jan. 30, 1895, she was married to William Mace Headrick. To this union there were born 7 children. Three died in infancy. Surviving are 4 children (John Henry, La Junta, Colo.; Curt Frederick, Colorado Springs, Colo.; Samuel Everett, La Junta; and Emma Elizabeth Yoder, Swink, Colo.), 2 brothers (Fred Neuschwanger and Dan Neuschwanger), one sister (Laura Milsten), 17 grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. At an early age she was baptized as a member of the Mennonite Church, in which she was faithful until death. In 1907 the family moved to Colorado, where they made their home until the time of her death. She was a faithful and loving mother; a loyal, sincere companion; a humble obedient follower of Christ in the home, community, and church. She was especially given to prayer. Her place in the church was never vacant when she was physically able to be present. Her generation shall rise and call her blessed. Funeral services were conducted by Allen H. Erb, assisted by J. C. Driver and Henry Tregle, at the East Holbrook Mennonite Church, Cheraw, Colo. Interment was made in the church cemetery.

Helmuth. --- Elizabeth S., daughter of Samuel and Lydia (Beachy) Weaver, was born Aug. 31, 1874; died at her home near Hartville, Ohio, April 1, 1950; aged 75 y. 7 m. 1 d. Death resulted from a cerebral hemorrhage. On Oct. 9, 1895, she was united in marriage to Emanuel F. Helmuth, who died in 1920. To this union were born 5 sons and 3 daughters. One infant son preceded her in death. Surviving are 7 children (John, Beach City, Ohio; Jonas, Independence, Iowa; Samuel, Glen Flora, Wis.; Fred, Middlefield, Ohio; Lydia and Mrs. Eli Hostetler, of the home; and Mrs. William J. Miller, Burton, Ohio), 3 brothers and one sister (Harvey, Joe, and Harry, all of Middlefield, Ohio; and Mrs. Mose Bender, Kalona, Iowa), and 34 grandchildren. She was a faithful member of the Amish Mennonite Church. Funeral services were held at the late home April 4, in charge of Ammon Troyer and Jonas Coblentz. Burial was made in the Oak Grove Cemetery.

King. --- Janet Rae, daughter of Paul and Evonna (Myers) King, Kokomo, Ind., was born Nov. 21, 1949; passed on to be with her heavenly Father, at the Riley Hospital, Indianapolis, Ind., on April 14, 1950; aged 4 m. 24 d. She leaves one brother (Delmar Kay), her parents, her grandfathers and grandmothers Myers and King, great-grandparents Livingston, and many other relatives and friends. Funereal services were held at the Howard-Miami Church on April 16, in charge of A. G. Horner. Text: Job 1 :21b. Burial was made in the Mast Cemetery.

Lehman. --- Noah C., son of the late Samuel and Elizabeth (Christophel) Lehman, was born in Williams Co., Ohio, March 7, 1859; died April 25, 1950, at the home of his daughter (Mrs. Uriah Miller), near Wauseon, Ohio, on the same farm where he lived for sixty-five years; aged 91 y. 1 m. 18 d. Death was due to infirmities of age. On March 12, 1885, he was united in marriage to Fannie Roth. To this union were born 2 daughters (Amanda-Mrs. Albert Gisel and Carrie-Mrs. Uriah Miller). He leaves one daughter, 12 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and a large number of relatives and friends. Preceding him in death were his companion, who passed away March1, 1924, one daughter (Amanda) in 1949, 3 grandchildren, 2 brothers, and one sister. He was a faithful member of the Central Mennonite Church, where his place was seldom vacant as long as health permitted. He was a kind and loving father, very patient, even though his health was failing for the last few years. Funeral services were held at the Central Church, in charge of Roy Sauder and Jesse J. Short.

Lengacher. --- Leah, daughter of Jacob and Katherine Miller, was born Oct. 12, 1884; passed away at her home, near Harlan, Ind., April 5, 1950; aged 65 y. 5 m. 24 d. She accepted the Lord in her youth and remained faithful until death. On Feb. 5, 1905, she was married to John R. Lengarcher, who survives. Also surviving are 6 children (Bertha-Mrs. William Lengacher, Ida-Mrs. Ivan Miller, Lavina-Mrs. Daniel Miller, Mary-Mrs. Joseph Miller, Jacob and William), 26 grandchildren, 2 brothers (Dave, New Haven, Ind.; and Amos, Grabill, Ind.), and one sister (Mrs. Lizzie Graber, Grabill, Ind.). One son (Johnny) preceded her in death. E. J. Swartzentruber and Edwin Albrecht were in charge of the funeral services.

Liechty. --- Anna, daughter of Christian and Anna Richer, was born Nov. 2, 1867, in Allen Co., Ind.; departed from this life at her home April 3, 1950; aged 82 y. 5 m. 1 d. As a small child she moved with her parents to Odon, Ind., returning to Milan Twp., at the age of eighteen. On Jan. 5, 1888, she was united in marriage to Peter Liechty. To this union were born 10 children (Silas, who passed away in 1939; John, Brinsmade, N. Dak.; Lizzie-Mrs. David Witmer, Leah-Mrs. William Stuckey, Leo, Ind.; Katie-Mrs. Levi Neuhouser, Oneco, Fla.; Jonas, Anna-Mrs. Ben Graber, Peter, Lillie-Mrs. Amos Lederman, Verda-Mrs. Francis Graber, Leo). Surviving besides her aged husband and 9 children, are 62 grandchildren, 74 great-grandchildren, 2 sisters (March Richer, Cassopolis, Md.; and Mrs. Leah Conrad, Wauseon, Ohio), 3 brothers (David, Archbold, Ohio; Henry and Samuel Richer, Wauseon, Ohio), and a large number of nephews and nieces. Preceding her in death were her parents, one son, 6 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, 8 brothers and 2 sisters. She was a charter member of the Leo, Ind., Mennonite Church, remaining faithful until death. Funeral services were held April 5 at the home at the Leo Church in charge of S. J. Miller assisted by D. D. Miller and Edward Frey. Interment was made in the Leo Cemetery.

Livingston. --- Josiah J., son of Jeremiah and Elizabeth (Lehman) Livingston, was born Dec. 11, 1877; died April 19, 1950, aged 72 y. 4 m. 8 d. He was married to Amelia Yoder Aug. 28, 1900. She preceded him in death Sept. 2, 1936. Surviving are one daughter (Mary-Mrs. William Sala), 3 grandchildren, a brother (Jacob Livingston, Davidsville, Pa.), and a sister (Lydia-Mrs. William Blough, Hollsople, Pa.). He was a member of the Kaufman Mennonite Church. Funeral services were held on April 21 at the Kaufman Church, in charge of Irvin M. Holsopple and Sanford G. Shetler. Text: I Cor. 15: 51. Interment was made in the Kaufman Cemetery.

Long. --- C. Norman, son of David and Anna Long, was born near Chambersburg, Pa., July 15, 1881; passed away at his home in Sterling, Ill., April 7, 1950, following a heart attack; aged 68 y. 8 m. 22 d. He was married to Bertha Landis, of Sterling, on Sept. 22, 1908. He leaves his companion and 6 children (Mrs. Truman Lapp, Mervin, Leslie, Mrs. Harold Bachman, all of Sterling, Ill.; Chester, Minonk, Ill.; and Orlo, at home), 4 brothers (Ezra, Menno and Reuel, of Sterling and Ira, Long Beach Calif.), 4 sisters (Cora, Mrs. Henry Lehman, Mrs. Harry Lehman, all of Chambersburg, Pa.; and Mrs. Lloyd Ebersole, of Sterling), and 15 grandchildren. He confessed Christ in his youth and united with the Mennonite Church, of which he was a member at the time of his passing. He was active in all affairs of the church being particularly interested in music. He was a member of the Good-Long quartet for a number of years. He was serving in his fourth term as one of the trustees of the church. For a number of years he taught a class of boys at the mission Sunday school at West Sterling. Funeral services were conducted at the Science Ridge Mennonite Church on April 10, in the presence of a very large congregation, with A. E. Kreider, bringing a comforting message from II Cor. 5 : 1. A. C. Good assisted in the services. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Lundy. --- Kate, daughter of Jacob and Rachel Mathias, was born Nov. 26, 1873; passed away April 5, 1950; aged 76 y. 4 m. 9 d. On March 11, 1893, she was married to Harvey Lundy, who survives. Two sons and two daughters, also survived. She was a faithful member of the Mennonite Gospel Mission, Pottstown, Pa. She and her husband untied with the church over fifteen years ago. Funeral services were held at the Harley Funeral Home, Pottstown, April 10, in charge of Elmer G. Kolb. Burial was made in the West End Cemetery.

Martin. --- John C., son of the late Michael H. and Mary (Hege) Martin was born in Washington Co., Md., Feb. 6, 1879; died after on year's illness in Sherman Hospital, Elgin, Ill., April 13, 1950; aged 71 y. 2 m. 7 d. He lived near Woodstock, Ill., for a number of years. The last two years he lived near Crystal Lake, Ill. On Dec. 2, 1903, he was married to Laura Etta Hege, who survives. One daughter (Ethel) preceded him in death. Surviving are 6 children (Sidney J., Quintes, Arthur L., Benjamin, Jean-Mrs. John Bos, and Esther-Mrs. Fordy Bates), and 15 grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Warner Funeral Home in Crystal Lake, Ill., conducted by J. Fred Young, of the Evangelical Mission Church, on April 16. Interment was made in the Chystal Lake Memorial Cemetery.

Transcriber's note: Chrystal Lake Memorial Cemetery appears to be a misspelling.

Moss. --- John K., son of the Mr. and Mrs. Charles K. Moss, was born Oct. 18, 1870; passed away April 22, 1950; aged 79 y. 6 m. 4 d. He was a farmer all his life. His wife (Matilda E. Bowman Moss) predeceased him on April 5, 1950. Surviving are 3 sons (Clayton and Irvin of Centerville; Milton, Kitchener, Ont.), 2 daughters (Verna-Mrs. Emerson Burkhart, of Centerville; Gertrude-Mrs. Floyd Culp, Strasburg, Ont.), 10 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren. The funeral service, in charge of Andrew R. Shelly, was held April 25 at his residence near Kitchener and at the Stirling Avenue Mennonite Church. Interment was made in the First Mennonite Cemetery.

Moss. --- Matilda, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Samuel S. Bowman, was born Oct. 29, 1868; passed away April 5, 1950; aged 81 y. 5 m. 6 d. She was born in the home near Kitchener, Ont., where she died. She was baptized in 1896 and was a member of the Stirling Avenue Mennonite Church, Kitchener. On Feb. 20, 1895, she was united in marriage to John K. Moss. Surviving are 3 sons (Clayton and Irvin, of Centerville; and Milton, of Kitchener), 2 daughters (Verna-Mrs. Emerson Burkhart, of Centerville; and Gertrude-Mrs. Floyd Culp, Strasburg, Ont.), 10 grandchildren, and 2 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by 2 brothers (Simon and Tillman). Her husband followed her in death April 22. Relatives and friends gathered for the memorial service on April 8.

Raber. --- Martha Ellen Raber was born April 5, 1950; died April 7, 1950; aged 2 d. She leaves her parents, one brother (David) and 4 grandparents. Funeral services were held at the Sharon Church, Plain City, Ohio, in charge of Abram Kaufman. Burial was made in the Sharon Cemetery.

Sauder. --- Barbara, daughter of the late Jacob and Elizabeth Zimmerman, was born Aug. 6, 1867; died at the Ephrata, Pa., Community Hospital March 30, 1950; aged 82 y. 7 m. 24 d. On Sept 2, 1920, she was united in marriage to Amos Sauder. In her youth she united in the Mennonite Church at Weaverland, remaining faithful until death. At the time of her death she was a member of the Metzler congregation. Surviving are her husband, 7 stepchildren (Barbara-Mrs. John High, Ephrata, Pa.; Esther Sauder and Minnie-Mrs. Elmer Weaver, Akron, Pa.; Lizzie-Mrs. Elmer Ebersole, Lititz, Pa.; Anna-Mrs. Jonas Groff, Amos Sauder, and Daniel Sauder, Ephrata), and a number of nephews and nieces. Funeral services were held April 3 at the home by Paul Wenger and at the Metzler Church by Eli G. Sauder and John S. Martin. Text: II Tim. 4: 6-8. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Stahl. --- Gary Charles, son of Mr. and Mrs. Willis Stahl, was born April 26, 1950; passed away April 27, 1950, at the Wauseon, Ohio Hospital, after living only 32 hours. Surviving are the parents, 3 grandparents (Mr. and Mrs. Perry Prough, Goshen, Ind.; and Mrs. Charles Stahl, Fairview, Mich.), and 2 great-grandparents (Mr. and Mrs. Tilden Prough, Goshen, Ind.). Short funeral services were held at the home April 29 by Jesse Short. Interment was made in the Lockport Mennonite Cemetery.

Troyer. --- Eli E., son of Eli D. and Susannah (Oswald) Troyer, was born near Arthur, Ill., Sept. 23, 1884; died at the Lima, Ohio, Memorial Hospital on March 23, 1950; aged 65 y. 6 m. His parents moved to the West Liberty, Ohio, community when he was ten years of age. At the age of fourteen he united with the Oak Grove Mennonite Church at West Liberty and was a loyal Christian. On May 27, 1909, he was united in marriage to Rebecca Good, of Elida, Ohio. They established their home near Elida, and lived the Elida community from that time on. He was head of a real Christian home, where everyone loved to go, always feeling his spirit of hospitality. Nothing was too much for him to do, no sacrifice too great to be made for his family. His unsaved neighbors were a great concern to him and he prayed much for them, especially in the last weeks. He was where he continuously served as superintendent or Sunday-school teacher. He had pleasure in helping to establish the work at the Lima Mission. Surviving are his wife, 5 daughters (Laura, Beulah-Mrs. Paul Kaufman, Barbara, Loretta, and Mary Ann), 2 grandchildren, 3 brothers and 4 sisters (P. A. , Lydia-Mrs. J. F. Kanagy, Mrs. Elizabeth Yoder, and N. E., all of West Liberty, Ohio; Amanda-Mrs. J. L. Byler, Sheffield, Ill.; Sana-Mrs. S. W. Witmer, Goshen, Ind.; and M. L., Elida, Ohio). One sister (Martha) died at the age of eight. Funeral services were conducted by Jesse Short, assisted by Andrew Brenneman, at the Central Church. Interment was made in the Pike Cemetery.

Villiard. ---Sarah, daughter of Joseph and Sarah (Mast) Mullet, was born near Goshen, Ind., Jan. 7, 1893; died at St. Mary's Hospital, Detroit Lakes, Minn., April 22, 1950; aged 57 y. 3 m. 15 d. Death was caused by a heart attack. On June 9, 1913, she was united in marriage to John Villiard. She is survived by her husband, 11 children (Nellie-Mrs. Elvin Baker, Exeland, Wis., Pearl-Mrs. Ivan Yoder, Wolford, N. Dak; William and Ivan, Hawley, Minn.; James, West Fargo, N. Dak.; Rome, Frazee, Minn; Lorraine-Mrs. Alpha Rheault, Fargo, N. Dak.; Josepeh, Edna, Louis, and Donna, at home), 17 grandchildren, one sister (Mrs. Katie Chupp, Detroit Lakes, Minn.), and 2 brothers (Dave, Bloomfield, Mont; and Jacob, Albany, Oreg.). Two daughters, one son, and 2 grandchildren preceded her in death. She accepted Christ as her Saviour early in life and united with the Mennonite Church, in which faith she lived and died. Funeral services were held April 22 at the funeral home in Detroit Lakes and at the Lake Region Church, in charge of J. C. Gingerich and E. D. Hershberger. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Yoder. --- Mary Ellen, daughter of Jeremiah and Catherine (Slabaugh) Gingerich, was born in Iowa City, Iowa, July 17, 1881; departed from this life at the Mercy Hospital, Iowa City, Iowa, April 25, 1950; aged 68 y. 9 m. 8 d. Death resulted from complications following severe burns received accidently on April 19. On Dec. 4, 1902, she was united in marriage to the late Abner G. Yoder. He preceded her in death on July 6, 1942. Her parents, one brother (Christian J. Gingerich) also preceded her in death. Left to cherish many pleasant memories are 3 sons and one daughter (Edwin and Oren, Parnell, Iowa; Gideon, Hesston, Kans.; and Katie, at home), 7 grandchildren, one brother (Menno Gingerich, Parnell, Iowa), and many neighbors and friends. In her youth she united with the Mennonite Church, in which faith she died. Her husband served in the ministry in the West Union Mennonite Church from 1909 to the time of his death, a period of thirty-three years. During this period of service she assisted him as a faithful companion and devoted co-worker. She was industrious and loved to serve her people. Visitors were always welcome in the home, and she was a special lover of children. She considered it a privilege to serve as a minister's wife. She was a devoted and loving mother, always placing the interests of the family ahead of her own needs. The funeral was held at the West Union Mennonite Church on April 28, with Paul T. Guengerich and John Y. Swartzendruber in charge. Text: Luke 12: 39, 40. Interment was made in the West Union Mennonite Cemetery.

Transcriber's note: "Accidently" was the word used by the author of the obituary. The word in this case should be spelled "accidentally."

Transcribed by Marcia Bickel, Kansas.

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Bauman. --- Henry W., son of the late Aaron M. and Lydia Bauman, was born Nov. 2, 1899, at Floradale, Ont.; passed away April 14, 1950, at the place of his birth; aged 50 y. 5 m. 12 d. On Feb. 24, 1925, he was united in marriage to Rebecca Brubacher, who survives. Also surviving are 3 children (Orton and Lester, at home; and Clara, Kitchener, Ont.), one brother (Amos), one sister (Susanna-Mrs. Josiah Martin), and a large number of other relatives and friends. He had been enjoying excellent health when he was suddenly called from this life. He had a cheery disposition and was always ready with a kind word and a smile. A faithful and active member of the Floradale Mennonite Church, he had been ordained to the office of deacon about a year ago. Funeral services were conducted April 16 at the home and at the Floradale Church by E. J. Schwalm, Oliver D. Snider, and Reuben Dettwiler. Text: Acts 13: 36. Interment was made in the new, adjoining cemetery.

Blosser. --- Margaret, daughter of the late John and Elizabeth (Trissel) Blosser, was born March 13, 1875, near Harrisonburg, Va.; passed away May 1, 1950, at the home of her nieces (Mary, Rachel, and Martha Blosser) after an illness of eighteen months; aged 75 y. 1 m. 17 d. As a young woman she united with the Mennonite Church. Surviving are 3 sisters (Mrs. W. A. Showalter, Harrisonburg, Va.; Mrs. Elizabeth Phillips, Hagerstown, Md.; and Mrs. France May, Washington), 2 brothers (Benjamin and Joseph Blosser, Harrisonburg), and a number of nieces and nephews. A brother (Jacob Blosser) died in 1942. She had a friendly and cheerful disposition. Funeral services were held at the Weaver Church, conducted by S. H. Rhodes and Paul Good. Interment was made in the near-by cemetery.

Brubaker. --- Levi L., son of the late John D. and Maria (Landis) Brubaker, was born Nov. 15, 1859, in Manor Twp., Lancaster Co., Pa.; passed away April 12, 1950, at his home in Millersville, Pa.; aged 90 y. 4 m. 27 d. He was a member of the Millersville Mennonite Church. His wife (Annie Newcomer Brubaker) preceded him in death in 1928. A daughter (Anna N.), 4 grandchildren, and one great-grandchild also predeceased him. Surviving are 5 children (Aaron N., Ada M., at home; Jacob N., John N., Paul N., all of Millersville, Pa.), 2 brothers (Isaac L. and John L., both of Lancaster Co., Pa.), 5 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held April 15 at the home by Herbert Fisher, and at the Millersville Church by Christian Lehman, assisted by Jacob Hess, Landis Shertzer, and Daniel N. Gish. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Eash. --- Joseph S., son of Solomon and Rachel (Miller) Eash, was born in Holmes Co., Ohio, June 23, 1851; passed away April 30, 1950; aged 98 y. 10 m. 7 d. In early manhood he moved to Indiana, where he lived the remainder of his life. On Nov. 5, 1876, he was united in marriage to Barbara Mishler, of Lagrange Co., Ind., who passed away April 5, 1943. After the death of his wife, he lived alone at his home, except for short intervals, until about three months before his death he was taken to a convalescent home for care. He was a carpenter by trade. In his youth he united with the Amish Church and a few later years he joined the Methodist Church in Nappanee. During his fifty years in Elkhart he did not hold an active membership in any church, until on April 23, 1944, he united with the Prairie Street congregation; he was a faithful member of that church until death. Funeral services were held at the Prairie Street Church, in charge of D. A. Yoder and J. E. Gingrich. Burial was made in the Prairie Street Cemetery.

Egli. --- Lola Belle, daughter of Lena and the late W. P. Schertz, was born March 19, 1910, at Manson, Iowa; was instantly killed in an auto accident April 21, 1950, near Tribune, Kans.; aged 40 y. 1 m. 2 d. On Aug. 1, 1937, she was united in marriage to L. T. Egli, of Manson, who preceded her in death July 29, 1945. In 1928 she graduated from the Manson High School and entered nurses' training at the La Junta, Colo., Mennonite Hospital, graduating in 1931. After marriage she and her husband lived at Manson until his health began to fail when they moved to La Junta and later to Denver, Colo. In her youth she accepted Christ as her personal Saviour and united with the Mennonite Church, of which she was a faithful member until death. At the time of her death she was employed as night nurse at the hospital in Tribune, Kans. Surviving are her mother, 6 sisters (Mrs. Freda Zehr and Mrs. Ray Zehr, Manson, Iowa; Mrs. Ben Nafsinger, Washington, Ill.; Mrs. Edith Egli and Lillian Schertz, Denver, Colo.) and 2 brothers (Elmer Schertz, Peoria, Ill.; and Alvin Schertz, Canton, Ill.). Funeral services were held at the Mennonite Church in Manson April 25, conducted by Ed Birkey and Nick Stoltzfus. Texts: Job 14 : 14; John 11: 25, 26. Burial was made in the Rose Hill Cemetery.

Greider. --- Barbara Eshleman, daughter of Joseph and Elizabeth Musser, was born in Lancaster Co., Pa., Nov. 24, 1857; died in Clark Co., Ohio, April 29, 1950; aged 92 y. 5 m. 5 d. Her husband (Tobias Greider), 2 sons (John and Harry), and 2 daughters (Alice and Gertrude) preceded her in death. Surviving are one son and 5 daughters ( Jennie, Medway, Ohio; Lizzie Allen, Xenia, Ohio; Annie Pence, Dayton, Ohio; Clara Warye, Hubbard, Oreg.; Minnie Hilty, Dayton, Ohio; and Joseph, West Liberty, Ohio), 27 grandchildren, and 17 great-grandchildren. She was a member of the Huber Mennonite Church for sixty-three years. A faithful Christian and a devoted mother and grandmother, she will long be remembered for her good deeds. She was always much concerned for the salvation of the lost. Funeral services were conducted at the Huber Church by Lloy A. Kniss, assisted by Wallace Kauffman. Text: Rev. 14: 13.

Hoover. --- Emma, daughter of Mary Barkey and Samuel R. Hoover, was born March 27, 1870, at the homestead now occupied by Leonard E. Hoover, near Markham, Ont.; passed from this life April 7, 1950; aged 80 y. 11 d. In early life she became a Christian and united with the Wideman Mennonite Church; she was a faithful attendant at services and a very active member of the sewing circle until a short time before her death. At the beginning of her last sickness she expressed peace with God and resignation to His will. On April 10, 1902, she was married to Daniel Wideman, who predeceased her twenty-one years ago. Surviving are one brother (Simeon), one sister (Martha), one stepdaughter (Mrs. L. W. Hoover), one nephew, 5 nieces, 10 stepgranchildren, and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held April 10 at her late home and at the Wideman Church, with Floyd Schmucker, Aaron Grove, and Elmer H. Burkholder in charge. Text: I Cor. 15. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Hostetler. --- Charles A., son of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Hostetler, was born at Lagrange Co., Ind., Nov. 1, 1888; died at his home, near Goshen, Ind., April 25, 1950; aged 61 y. 5 m. 24 d. In 1912 he was married to Inez Eash, who survives. Also surviving are 2 daughters (Retha-Mrs. Paul Kauffman and Thelma-Mrs. Harold Schrock), 7 grandchildren, his aged stepmother (Mrs. Rebecca Hostetler), and one brother (LeRoy, Kansas City, Mo.). Early in life he became a member of the Mennonite Church, continuing faithfully in that fellowship until death. Funeral services in charge of S. C. Yoder, were held at the College Church, of which he was a member for thirty-three years. A short service wars also held at the Funeral Home, conducted by L. C. Hartzler. Burial was made in the Forest Grove Cemetery near Middlebury.

Klopfenstein. --- Fannie, daughter of Jacob and Mary (Liechty) Stoll, was born April 9, 1856, at Marshallville, Ohio; entered into rest at her home in Garden City, Mo., May 1, 1950; aged 92 y. 22 d. In her youth she moved with her family to Allen Co., Ind., where they lived for several years. When she was sixteen they moved to Hickory Co., Mo. In 1874 she was married to Joseph Klopfenstein. Two sons (John Edward, who survives, and Jacob Elmer, who passed away in infancy) were born to this union. In 1896 the family moved to Cass Co., Mo., where she lived until her death. The oldest of ten children, she had 4 brothers, who are deceased and 5 sisters (Lydia Zehr, Pioneer, Ohio; Catharine Gerber, Olds, Alta; Mary Wyatt, Findley, Ohio; Luisa Allen, Garden City, Mo.; and Emma Allen, Roundup, Mont.), who survive. Also surviving are a granddaughter, 2 great-grandsons, nieces, nephews, and a large circle of friends. In her youth she became a member of the Mennonite Church to which she remained faithful. Funeral services were held at the Sycamore Grove Church, Garden City, Mo., May 3, in charge of the local ministers. Interment was made in the Clearfork Cemetery.

Miller. --- Martha, daughter of Seth and Mary (Garver) Troyer, was born near Sugarcreek, Ohio, Sept. 26, 1868; passed away at the home of her daughter in Smithville, Ohio, April 27, 1950; aged 81 y. 7 m. 1 d. On Dec. 25, 1886, she was united in marriage to George W. Miller at Sugarcreek, Ohio. Surviving are 8 children (Lloyd G., Dresden, Ohio; John G., Kent, Ohio; Chauncey, Orrville, Ohio; Raymond G., Pandora, Ohio; Wade W., Wooster, Ohio; Dan W., Wooster; Seth O., Alliance, Ohio; and Mrs. Mary Burkholder, Smithville, Ohio), 41 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and 2 sisters (Mrs. Sarah Kurtz and Mrs. Lydia Hostetler, both of Goshen, Ind.). Her husband, 3 daughters (Mrs. Verna Garrett, Mrs. Vesta Syler, and an infant), one brother and 6 sisters preceded her in death. In her youth she united with the Walnut Creek Mennonite Church, Walnut Creek, Ohio. When the family moved to Smithville, Ohio, she united with the Oak Grove Mennonite Church, where she continued her active interest and support until death. A large circle of relatives and friends will long remember her cheerful, kindly disposition, her strong faith, and her consistent Christian witness and influence. Funeral services were held April 30 at the Oak Grove Mennonite Church, with V. M. Gerig officiating. Burial was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Queer. --- Mary Ellen Yawkey, was born at Burr Oak, In., Oct. 28, 1871; departed from this life April 27, 1950, after a lingering illness of many months; aged 78 y. 5 m. 29 d. She was united in marriage to Elijah Queer at Bourbon, Ind., June 20, 1888. Her husband and 6 children preceded her in death. Surviving are 3 sons (Leonard, Battle Creek, Mich.; Glen and Lawrence, Knox, Ind.), one daughter (Mrs. Earl Johnson, Know, Ind.), one stepson (Sylvester, South Bend, Ind.), other relatives and many friends. She united with the Baptist Church many years ago, and died in that faith. Funeral services were held at the Harry Price Funeral Home April 30, in charge of R. F. Yoder.

Reed.--- Elizabeth M. Newswanger, was born Nov. 11, 1908; died April 16, 1950; aged 41 y. 5 m 5 d. Surviving are her husband (George M. Reed), 7 children (Harold, Anna Mary, Dorcas, John, Paul, Ruth, and Irene, all oat home), her mother (Mrs. Elam Sensenig, New Holland, Pa.), 2 brothers and 3 sisters (John Newswanger, Brutus, Mich.; Mattie, New Holland. Pa.; David Newswanger, Denver, Pa.; Mrs. Jacob Sensenig, Ephrata, Pa.; and Mrs. Christian Bolt, Bareville, Pa.). She was a devoted mother, interested in the welfare of her household and faithful to the church. Funeral services were conducted at her late home, East Earl, Pa., by Aaron H. Weaver, and at the Churchtown meetinghouse by Paul R. Weaver and J. Paul Graybill. Interment was made in the recently acquired adjoining cemetery. (This was the first burial there.)

Schertz. --- Emil Henry, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Schertz, was born Feb. 17, 1879; died May 2, 1950, in the St. Francis Hospital, Peoria, Ill., after a prolonged illness; aged 71 y. 2 m. 15 d. He was married to Lydia Ringenberg on Jan. 14, 1902. They spent the first years of their married life in Iowa. He served as a township supervisor of schools for sixteen years. On Feb. 18, 1906, he was baptized as a member of the Willow Springs Mennonite Church, remaining a faithful member until his death. In the last several months of his life he sought opportunities to give a testimony of his faith in Christ, frankly stating in his testimony that he did not always live as he should and that he regretted not having had peace and assurance in Christ during all his life. Surviving are his wife, 2 children (Clara-Mrs. John White, Peoria, Ill.; and Clarence, Tiskilwa, Ill.), 4 grandchildren, 3 brothers and 2 sisters (Edward, Nicholas, Albert, Mrs. Caroline Smucker of Tiskilwa; and Mrs. Anna King, of California.). One son (Leo), 3 brothers, and a half sister preceded him in death. Funeral services were held at the Willow Springs Mennonite Church near Tiskilwa, by C. Warren Long. Burial was made in the Willow Springs Cemetery.

Schertz. ---William Almer Schertz, was born May 21, 1872; died after a number of week' illness April 20, 1950, at the Princeton, Ill., Hospital; aged 77 y. 10 m. 29 d. Nearly all his life was spent in the Walnut, Ill., community, where he settled with his parents as a small child. On March 13, 1901, he was married to Kate Burkey, who preceded him in death by about fifteen years. To this union one child (Darlene Marie) was born. He became a Christian and was baptized as a member of the Willow Springs Mennonite Church March 19, 1893. During the years his interest in missions and evangelism grew, evidenced by his many material gifts to the cause. In his own quiet way he gave glowing witness for the Lord, beautifying and enriching his testimony some years ago by memorizing nine different Psalms and many other portions of Scripture. Surviving are his daughter (Mrs. Darlene Mason, Vicksburg, Miss.), 3 grandsons, 2 great-grandchildren, and 2 brothers (Edward and Theodore, who have lived with him for many years.) Funeral services were held at the Walnut Funeral Home by C. Warren Long. Burial was made in the Walnut Cemetery.

Shank. --- Harvey Vernon, son of Harvey and Sadie Shank, was born Jan. 31, 1928, at Creston, Mont.; died in an automobile accident on his way to work at Boise, Idaho, April 23, 1950; aged 22 y. 2 m. 23 d. At the age of two he moved with his parents to Filer, Idaho, where he resided the remainder of his life. He was baptized April 12, 1938, into church fellowship at the East Mennonite Church at Filer. Surviving are his parents, one brother (Daniel), 2 sisters (Bernetta Shoemaker and Audrey Barker), 4 nieces, 7 nephews, all of Filer, and many other relatives and friends. On brother (Perry) preceded him in death in 1945. Funeral services were held at the Filer Mennonite Church by Louis Landis and E. S. Garber.

Shisler. ---Susanna S., daughter of James and Katie (Schmidt) Derstine, was born in Souderton, Pa., Sept. 21, 1907; passed away at her home in Souderton April 6, 1950; aged 42 y. 6 m. 15 d. On June 4, 1927, she was united in marriage to Claude M. Shisler, pastor of the Finland Mennonite Church. Surviving are her husband, 4 children (Arlin, Lansdale, Pa.; Harold Emily, and Ruth, at home), one granddaughter, her parents and 3 sisters (Mrs. Walter Kratz, Naomi Derstine, Mrs. Ernest Landis, all of Souderton, Pa.). One son and one daughter preceded her in death. For the last eight years she was an invalid, spending her time in a wheel chair until she became bedfast a year ago. She ministered through affliction cheerfully and patiently, manifesting the all-sufficient grace of God. She had many friends whom she inspired and encouraged from her chair and bed. Funeral services were held April 10 at the Souderton Mennonite Church, with Jacob M. Moyer and Winfield M. Ruth in charge.

Showalter. --- Mary, daughter of the late Joseph and Lydia (Rhodes) Heatwole, was born near Dayton, Va., Oct. 7, 1862; died April 18, 1950; aged 87 y. 6 m. 11 d. She had been in failing health for a long time, having spent the last year and a half in bed. She was married to Jacob D. Showalter, who preceded her in death April 25, 1939. She was a member of the Mennonite Church for many years and in this faith she died. Surviving are 5 children (Mrs. J.A. Burkholder, North Lima, Ohio; Mrs. F. A. Conrad, Tucson, Ariz.; Mrs. Dan Showalter, Harrisonburg, Va., with whom she had her home; John, Chicago, Ill.; and Mrs. C. G. Coakley, Tulsa, Okla., 20 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren, and a sister (Mrs. Sallie Coffman, Dayton, Va.). Four children (Mrs. L. E. Suter, Mrs. Henry Shenk, and 2 infants) predeceased her. Funeral services were held at the Pike Church, conducted by S. H. Rhodes and D. W. Lehman. Short services at the home were in charge of Aldine Brenneman. Interment was made in the near-by cemetery.

Snyder. --- Ephraim S., son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John K. Snyder, was born in Wilmot Twp., Ont., April 27, 1862; died May 2, 1950, at his home in Baden, Ont.; aged 88 y. 5 d. He was a member of the Shantz Mennonite Church from the time of his youth. Surviving are his wife (Emma Horst Snyder), 3 daughters (Elmina-Mrs. Walter Holwell, Mrs. Clara Schmidt, both of Baden, Ont.; and Margaret-Mrs. Percy Hofstetter), 3 sons (Homer and Edgar, Baden; Harley, Glendale, Calif.), 3 brothers (Ervin, Baden; Dilman, Waterloo, Ont.; and Herman, North Easthope), 4 sisters (Annie and Barbara-Mrs. Nelson Shantz, Veronica-Mrs. Noah Snyder, all of Waterloo; and Olivia-Mrs. Elam Axt, New Hamburg, Ont.), 10 grandchildren, and 9 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted May 5 at the home and at the Shantz Mennonite Church, Baden, by Manasseh Hallman and L. H. Witmer. Interment was made in the Shantz Cemetery.

Sommers.--- Levi, son of Benjamin and Catherine (Hershberger) Sommers, was born April 23, 1868; died April 9, 1950; aged 81 y. 11 m. 16 d. In early youth he accepted Christ and untied with the church, remaining a faithful member. On March 3, 1891, he was married to Anna Hostetler, who preceded him in death Nov. 13, 1945. To this union were born 5 sons and 6 daughters. Surviving are 7 children (John, Hartville, Ohio; Mrs. Alva Wenger, Mrs. Mattie Miller, Massillon, Ohio; Mrs. Albert Horrisberger, Mrs. Clyde Gerber, Walnut Creek, Ohio; Abe, Trail, Ohio; and Mrs. Paul Hamsher, of Walnut Creek), 38 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, 2 brothers (Allen and Mrs. Mike Miller, Uniontown, Ohio; Mrs. Barbara Detweiler, Middlefield, Ohio). Three sons, one daughter, one grandson, one sister, and 2 brothers preceded him in death. He had been in ill health for the last year. He was a loving father and grandfather. Funeral services were held at the Conservative Church near Winesburg, Ohio, on April 12 with Moses Swartzentruber and Harry Stutzman in charge. Interment was made in the church cemetery.

Stere. --- Brenda Dianna, daughter of Erwin and Lucinda (Albrecht) Stere, was born Dec. 27, 1949; died at her home April 15, 1950; aged 3 m. 18 d. Surviving are her parents, 4 brothers one sister, 3 grandparents (John and Leah Stere, and Lydia Albrecht), and a great-grandmother (Elisabeth Albrecht). Funeral services were held at the home of her parents April 17, in charge of Joel Swartzentruber, and at the East Zorra Church by Dan Zehr and Henry Yantzi. Burial was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Stoltzfus. --- Joseph S., son of Joseph B. and Fannie (Smoker) Stoltzfus, was born at Leola, Pa., June 25, 1930; passed away March 14, 1950; aged 19 y. 8 m. 20 d. He was a member of the Millwood Mennonite Church. Surviving are his parents, 2 sisters (Lena-Mrs. Eby Stoltzfus, Gap, Pa.; and Miriam, Philadelphia, Pa.), and 2 brothers (Paul, Leola, Pa.; and Abner, Stevens, Pa.). Funeral services were held March 18, in charge of John A. Kennel at the home and by Reuben Stoltzfus and LeRoy Stoltzfus at the Millwood Church. Text: Amos 4: 12. Interment was made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

Tweedy. --- William Tweedy, was born Sept. 29, 1868, in Edgar Co., Ill.; passed away at his home in Carl Junction, Mo., May 2, 1950; aged 81 y. 7 m. 3 d. He was a member of the Mennonite Church for many years and served in the ministry for about thirty-six years, faithfully serving the Lord and the church until death. He was united in marriage to Cora Tweedy on July 5, 1891. Surviving are his faithful companion, 7 sons, 3 daughters, 25 grandchildren, and 8 great-grandchildren. Two sons preceded him in death. Funeral services were conducted at his late home and at the Methodist Church in Carl Junction by Alva Swartzendruber. Interment was made in the Carl Junction Cemetery.

Widmer. --- Barbara, daughter of Joseph and Fannie Kauffman, was born near Wayland, Iowa, June 7, 1871; passed away April 29, 1950; aged 78 y. 10 m. 22 d. She spent all her life in the Wayland community. In her youth she accepted Christ as her Saviour, uniting with the Sugar Creek Mennonite Church, of which she was a member at the time of her death. On Jan. 19, 1905, she was united in marriage to Benjamin G. Widmer. They resided on a farm until his death Nov. 10, 1931. To this union was born one daughter (Ruth-Mrs. J. C. Wenger, with whom she resided). Her parents, an infant brother, and a sister (Lena) preceded her in death. She had been in failing health for a number of years, being practically confined to her home the last three years. Surviving are her daughter, one brother (John Kauffman, Wayland, Iowa), one sister (Mrs. Mary Roth, also of Wayland), and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Sugar Creek Church May 1, conducted by the local ministers. Texts: Rev. 21; Heb. 11: 1, 2, 15, 16. Interment was made in the cemetery near by.

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Bontrager. --- Daniel Webster, son of Christian and Elizabeth (Troyer) Bontrager, was born in Fairfield Co., Ohio, Aug. 26, 1869; died May 7, 1950, at the home of his daughter (Dorothy) in Iowa City, Iowa; aged 80 y. 8 m. 11 d. Death occurred suddenly, following a hart attack. In 1877 he moved to Johnson Co., with his parents and in 1895 was married to Mattie Gingerich, who preceded him in death Jan. 31, 1948. They made their home on a farm in Washington Twp. Surviving are 6 sons and one daughter (Ernie, Kent, Ohio; Chris and Glen, of Iowa City; Delmar, Sterling, Ill.; Roy, Kalona, Iowa; Marion, Rock Island, Ill.; and Dorothy of Iowa City), 3 brothers (Dave, Kalona, Iowa; Joe, Wakarusa, Ind.; Will, Cedar Rapids, Iowa), one sister (Mary-Mrs. Lee King, West Liberty, Ohio), 12 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren. His parents, 4 sisters (Nan-Mrs. J. Emmons; Cassie-Mrs. Will Marner, Ella-Mrs. J. C. Preston, Lydia-Mrs. Gid Perseim), and 2 brothers (John and Elmer) preceded him in death. He lived at the home of his daughter the last four years. In his youth he united with the Mennonite Church, of which he was a faithful member until death. He was concerned for the welfare of souls. He was known by many people and enjoyed visiting the sick and being helpful in any way he could. Funeral services were held May 10 at the Lower Deer Creek Mennonite Church, in charge of A. Lloyd Swartzendruber, J. Y. Swartzendruber, J. L. Hershberger, and D. D. Miller. Interment was made in the near-by cemetery.

Delagrange.--- Joseph R., son of Joseph and Leah (Oesch) Delagrange, was born Aug. 20, 1880; died May 14, 1950; aged 69 y. 8 m. 24 d. On Jan. 31, 1907, he was united in marriage to Mary Lengacher who survives. Also surviving are 2 sons (Joseph Jr., at home; and Ben, Milan Twp.), 2 daughters (Anna, at home; and Leah, Woodburn, Ind.), 8 grandchildren, 4 brothers (Daniel, Ft. Wayne, Ind.; John, Hicksville, Ohio; Henry, Grabill, Ind.; Amos, Woodburn, Ind.), and one sister (Mrs. Joe Miller, New Haven, Ind.). Two sons (Amos and John) preceded him in death. Funeral services were held May 17 at the Cuba Conservative Church, Grabill, Ind., in charge of Emanuel Swartzendruber and Edwin Albrecht.

Eash. --- Ervin, son of William and Sovilla Eash, was born in Lagrange Co., Ind., May 8, 1892; met death instantly when his auto collided with a truck near Elkhart, Ind., March 25, 1950; aged 57 y. 10 m. 17 d. On March 3, 1914, he was united in marriage to Ada Aschliman, of Stryker, Ohio. To this union 3 daughters and 4 sons were born. Surviving are his aged parents, his wife, 7 children (Vivian-Mrs. Ervin Miller, Victor, Elon, Wesley, Miriam-Mrs. Edward Yoder, Verda and Verlin, all of the Archbold, Ohio, vicinity), 5 grandchildren, 2 sisters (Fannie-Mrs. Will Haarer, Shipshewana, Ind.; and Ivy-Mrs. Clayton Eash, Middlebury, Ind.), and many other relatives and friends. Early in life he accepted Christ as his personal Saviour and untied with the Mennonite Church. For the last number of years he was affiliated with the Southern Baptist Church. A lover of good music, he served for many years as chorister of the Lockport congregation, Stryker, Ohio. Funeral services were held at the home and at the Lockport Church, in charge of D. W. Graber, Simon Stuckey, and Walter Stuckey. Burial was made in the Lockport Cemetery.

Gulbis. --- Ziniada Gulbis was born in Latvia May 7, 1900; passed away May 3, 1950, at the Memorial Hospital, Harrisonville, Mo.; aged 49 y. 11 m. 26 d. A nurse, she was brought to the United States last December by a doctor in Flanagan, Ill., and was caring for Mrs. E. W. Byler, Garden City, Mo., who is an invalid. She was a very faithful nurse and a good Christian, spending most of her spare time reading her Bible. Her health had been failing for about six weeks. When she entered the hospital her condition was quite critical. Death was caused by emboli. She was the mother of 3 children (one daughter, a nurse in England, and 2 sons still in the Russian zone in Germany). Her husband a Lutheran minister, was killed eight years ago by Communists. Because she was a member of the Baptist Church, funeral services were held in the Baptist Church in Garden City, Mo., with the Baptist minister and W. R. Hershberger conducting the services. A quartet from the Sycamore Grove Church sang. Interment was made in the Clearfork Cemetery near Sycamore Grove.

Hartzler. --- Mary, daughter of David and Fannie (Kanagy) Esch, was born June 5, 1877, near Wellman, Iowa; passed away May 2, 1950, at her late home in West Liberty, Ohio; aged 72 y. 10 m. 27 d. Her mother died in 1885. Some years later her father remarried and most of the family moved to Lancaster Co., Pa., in 1891. Within a year the father and stepmother were killed in an accident and the family disbanded. In 1896 Mary moved to Ohio and on Aug. 24, 1897, was united in marriage to Aaron D. Yoder, who died Oct. 4, 1923. To this union were born one son and 4 daughters. In 1926, she moved to West Liberty. On Dec. 18, 1928, she was married to Jonathan T. Hartzler, who died April 7, 1943. Her youngest daughter (Idabel E.) was killed in an accident in 1929. Surviving are one son and 3 daughters (Joe A. and Bertha, at home; Nora M. ­Mrs. Ralph Owen, Woodstock, Ohio; Alta M.-Mrs. C. F. Cushman, North Lewisburg, Ohio), 8 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, 5 brothers and 3 sisters (Jacob, Ronks, Pa.; Joseph, Sarasota, Fla.; Benjamin, Lima, Ohio; Menno, Mio, Mich.; Samuel, Honey Brook, Pa.; Mrs. J. J. Smucker, West Liberty, Ohio; Mrs. A. B. Glick, Belleville, Pa.; Mrs. Harvey W. Miller, Kelliher, Minn.), and a large number of other relatives and friends. She accepted Christ as her Saviour and was a faithful member of the Oak Grove Mennonite Church, near West Liberty for almost fifty-three years. She served as Sunday-school teacher for many years and was active in sewing circle and charitable work. She was a true companion, a loving mother and a kind neighbor. During the last few years her health was not good; after three days of intense suffering from aortic aneurysm she passed away, saying assuredly that she was going home. Funeral services were conducted May 5 at the home by S. E. Allgyer and at the Oak Grove Church by N. E. Troyer and Nelson Kanagy. Interment was made in the Oak Grove Cemetery.

Hershberger. --- Leander Leonard, son of Elias and Teresa Hershberger, was born in Amboy, Ind., Oct. 11, 1889; died at the Elkhart, Ind., General Hospital May 9, 1950; aged 60 y. 6 m. 28 d. On April 1, 1911, he was united in marriage to Wilma Smeltzer, who survives. Also surviving are 5 children (Clyde, Nappanee, Ind.; Lowell, Scottdale, Pa.; Gladys and Maxine-Mrs. Ivan Yoder, Elkhart, Ind.; and Verda-Mrs. Lloyd Good, Rantoul, Ill.), a sister (Katherine-Mrs. Quincy Casselman, Peru, Ind.), a brother (Adranna, Indianapolis, Ind.), and 9 grandchildren. A daughter (Evelyn) and 3 sisters (Ina, Ada, and Salome) preceded him in death. Following his marriage he lived at Kokomo, Ind., for two years; then moved with his family to Nappanee, where he resided at the time of his death. He was a member of the North Main Street Mennonite Church in Nappanee, where he served at various times as Sunday-school superintendent, teacher, and librarian. He was deeply interested in the work of the church at large. He expressed a special concern for the Sunday-school and young people's activities of the local congregation. His civic interests led him to participate in town meetings and to encourage good citizenship as befits a faithful Christian. At the age of eleven he was left an orphan, and was shifted about until he had been a member of five different households and had attended seven different schools. The John F. Slabaugh family then opened their home to him and he lived with them until the time of his marriage. He enjoyed writing poetry and was a member of several literary groups. His poems were published in numerous anthologies and periodicals. Above all, he sought to bring cheer to troubled hears and to inspire faith in God, in whom he fully trusted. He was a devoted husband, a loving father and grandfather. Funeral services were held at the North Main Street Church in Nappanee by Homer F. North, assisted by D. A. Yoder. Burial was made in the Union Center Cemetery.

Kauffman. ­ Mary, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Petersheim, was born near Kalona, Iowa, May 3, 1882; passed from this life after an illness of four weeks, at their home, May 17, 1950; aged 68 y. 14 d. At the age of eighteen she moved with her parents to Reno Co., Kans., where she lived the rest of her life. On Nov. 19, 1902, she united in marriage with Jonas Kauffman. This union was blessed with 6 children. (David, Haven, Kans.; Jacob, Twin Falls, Idaho; Anna-Mrs. Samuel Detwiler, Birth Tree, Mo.; Edward, Leroy, and Ralph, all of Haven, Kans.), all of whom are living. Also surviving are 13 grandchildren, 2 sisters and 3 brothers (Mrs. S. N. Miller, Wolcottville, Ind.; Mrs. N. J. Plank, Independence, Iowa; Edd and Levi, both of Hazelton, Iowa; Sam, Haven, Kans.), many other relatives and a large circle of friends. Two brothers preceded her in death. As a young woman she gave her heart to the Lord and united with the Old Order Amish Mennonite Church. She and her husband were charter members of the Yoder Mennonite Church, which they have faithfully and loyally supported. She was a faithful wife, and affectionate mother, a thoughtful neighbor, who will long be remembered for her quiet yet sincere and consistent Christian life. Funeral services were held at the Yoder Church May 20, conducted by Harry A. Diener, assisted by others. Burial was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Klopfenstein. --- Nellie Aumock, was born at Rollin, Mich., March 1, 1886; died at her home, West Unity, Ohio, March 22, 1950; aged 64 y. 21 d. In 1904 she was united in marriage to Marselles Momyer. This union was blessed with 2 daughters and one son. Her parents, husband, 2 daughters, and one grandchild preceded her in death. In December, 1946, she was united in marriage to Levi Klopfenstein, who survives. Also surviving are her son (Clarence, Waldron, Mich.), 2 grandchildren 2 brothers (William Aumock, Vancouver, Wash.; and Frank, Montpelier, Ohio), 6 stepsons, 2 stepdaughters, 32 stepgranchildren, 30 great-stepgrandchildren, and many other relatives and friends. Since her youth she was a member of the Evangelical U. B. Church of West Unity. At the time of her second marriage she transferred her membership to the Lockport Mennonite Church, remaining a faithful member until death. Her last illness of several months in the hospital and at home was spent with much patience and a firm faith in her Lord. Funeral services were conducted at the home and at the Lockport Church by Simon and Walter Stuckey. Burial was made in the Floral Grove Cemetery, near West Unity.

Miller. --- Menno D. Miller, was born near Lagrange, Ind.; Jan. 22, 1878; met death in a traffic accident May 14, 1950; aged 72 y. 3 m. 22 d. In June, 1898, he was united in marriage to Laura Yoder. This union was blessed with 9 children (Sam and Clarence, Midland, Mich.; Wilma Fillmore, Hope, Mich.; Sarah Stark, Midland, Mich.; Alvin, Elkhart, Ind.; Katie Troyer, Goshen, Ind.; Laura Martin, Valparaiso, Ind., Fannie Lengacher, Grabill, Ind.). His wife and one son (William) preceded him in death. He was married to Kate Helmuth. To this union were born one son (Floyd, Elgin, Ill.), and one daughter (Clara Helmuth, Arcola, Ill.). His second wife also predeceased him. In 1936 he was united in marriage to Fannie Delagrange, who survives. Also surviving are one sister (Anna Miller, Dover, Del.), 31 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends. In his youth he united with the church, and on May 14, 1913, was ordained to the office of deacon. In which capacity he was serving at the time of his death. Funeral services were held May 16 at the Cuba Conservative Church with Emanuel Swartzendruber and Edwin Albrecht in charge.

Musselman. --- Anna, daughter of the late Emanuel and Susan (Hess) Zimmerman, was born in Lower Allen Twp., near Eberly's Mills, Cumberland Co., Pa., Oct. 22, 1851; died at the Mennonite Home, near Lancaster Pa., May 7, 1950; aged 98 y. 6 m. 16 d. Surviving are 2 sons (Frank W., Kansas City, Mo.; and Charles, of Dakota). In her younger years she was married to the late John Musselman, who preceded her in death a number of years ago. She spent her declining years at the old people's home near Lancaster. Eight years ago she fell and broke her hip, but in time she was able to walk again. She cherished God's Word and expressed her appreciation for His goodness to her. Funeral services were conducted at the Slate Hill Mennonite Church, by William Strong and Noah W. Risser. Text: Ps. 90. Interment was made in adjoining cemetery.

Nice. --- Elizabeth Dutcher, was born near Morrison, Ill. Oct. 3, 1864; passed away at the Morrison, Ill., Community Hospital, following a light stoke, May 10, 1950; aged 85 y. 7m. 7 d. In 1884 she was united in marriage to John Nice, also of Morrison. To this union 3 sons and one daughter (Abner, Jonas, Paul and Cora) were born. She united with the Mennonite Church in her youth, continuing as a faithful member until death. She manifested a radiant faith and had a clear testimony. After her husband was ordained in the ministry she gave him support and encouragement. She was a genuine Christian mother. Her place in the church was seldom vacant and she took a keen interest in the spiritual welfare of her family and the church, her bitterest tears being those shed in behalf of the unsaved in her family and the community. Those preceding her in death were her parents, her husband (in 1931), her daughter (Cora-Mrs. John Christophel, Goshen, Ind.), 3 brothers and 2 sisters. Surviving are 3 sons, 17 grandchildren, and 32 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Brick Church near Morrison, Ill., on May 12, in charge of A. C. Good. Burial was made in the cemetery near by.

Robertson. ­ Thomas S., son of the late William and Bettie (Pannell) Robertson, was born July 30, 1894; passed away at his home near Stuarts Draft, Va., March 26, 1950: aged 55 y. 7 m. 26 d. He united with the Valley View Mennonite Church Aug. 21, 1949. Surviving are his wife, 5 children, and 3 grandchildren. Funeral services were held by Joseph R. Driver at the Valley View Church. Interment was made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

Rohrer. --- Melissa, daughter of Benjamin and Nancy (Lehman) Rohrer, was born in Guilford Twp., Medina Co., Ohio, Jan. 22, 1861; died May 20, 1950; aged 69 y. 3 m. 29 d. She suffered from diabetes for a number of years. On Thanksgiving Day, 1917, she was married to John R. Landis, and to this union was born one daughter (Edna). Surviving besides her husband and daughter are a stepson (Clarence Landis, Rittman, Ohio), a stepdaughter (Mary Landis, at home), 2 brothers (Samuel and Clayton, Wadsworth, Ohio), and one sister (Mollie-Mrs. E. E. Graber, Rittman, Ohio). Her father, mother, and 2 brothers (William and Benjamin) preceded her in death. She accepted Christ as her Saviour and united with the Bethel Mennonite Church thirty-seven years ago, continuing as a faithful member. A regular attendant and supporter of the various charitable efforts of the church, she had a retiring disposition, was hospitable, thoughtful of others, generous, devoted to her task of homemaking. Her work was always carefully and well done. During all her life she lived not more than a mile from the place of her birth. A. B. Good conducted the services at the home; O. N. Johns and J. Robert Kreider at the church. Interment was made in the Lower Mennonite Cemetery.

Roth. --- John P., son of Christian and Kathryn Roth, was born in Livingston Co., Ill., July 18, 1877; departed from this life at his home in Milford, Nebr., May 14, 1950; aged 72 y. 9 m. 26 d. When he was seven years old, he moved with his parents to the Milford community. In his youth he accepted Christ as his personal Saviour and united with the East Fairview Mennonite Church, of which he was a faithful member until death. On Aug. 31, 1899, he was united in marriage to Mary Stauffer. About fifteen years ago he broke his leg and was never able to walk well afterwards. Death was caused by sugar diabetes discovered several weeks before his death. His parents, 5 brothers, 4 sisters, one son (Walter), and one infant granddaughter preceded him in death. Surviving are his wife, 5 sons, and 3 daughters. (Elizabeth, Chris L., Phoebe-Mrs. V.L. Yoder, Harry, Stanley, and Fern-Mrs. Orville Saltzman, all of Milford; Jake J., and John, Seward, Nebr.), one brother (Peter, of Milford), 37 grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and a large number of other relatives and friends. He was a kind and loving husband and father always willing to help those in need. He was always concerned about his family and had the welfare of the church at heart, attending whenever health permitted. Funeral services were conducted by A. M. Miller, assisted by Olive Roth and Sterling U. Stauffer. Burial was made in the cemetery adjoining the East Fairview Church.

Ruth. --- Anna Mary, daughter of the late Jacob and Elizabeth (Moyer) Kulp, was born in Franconia Twp., Pa.; died Jan. 20, 1950, at the home of her son-in-law (Edwin Styer), Souderton, Pa., where she had resided for twenty-eight years; aged 77 y. Death followed a two ­week illness. She was a member of the Franconia, Pa., Mennonite Church. Her husband (Michael Ruth) and a daughter (Marian-Mrs. Edwin Styer) preceded her in death. Surviving are a sister (Mrs. Sally Boyer, Hatfield, Pa.), 2 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Souderton Mennonite Church, Jan. 25. Menno Souder delivered the message, using as a text Ps. 17: 15, selected by the family. Interment was made in the Franconia Mennonite Church Cemetery.

Shock. --- Alice, daughter of John and Eva Aiken, was born at Hollidaysburg, Pa., April 23, 1865; died May 13, 1950, in the Blair County Home; aged 85 y 20 d. She was formerly of Altoona, Pa., and was a member of the First Mennonite Church of Altoona at the time of her death. She was the widow of John Shock. Surviving are several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were in charge of Leonard Haarer. Burial was made near Martinsburg, Pa.

Snider. --- Lydia Jane, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Moses Clemens was born Jan. 22, 1860; died May 5, 1950; aged 90 y. 3 m. 13 d. Her death, which followed a lingering illness which she bore very patiently, occurred at the home of her daughter (Mrs. Weston Bowman), near Kitchener, Ont., where she had made her home the last years. On March 9, 1879, she was married to Joshua Snider, of Elmira, Ont., who predeceased her. Surviving are 11 children (Emmanuel, Blackie, Alta.; Abraham, Guernsey, Sask.; Clayton, West Montrose, Ont.; Clemens, Guernsey, Sask.; Cyrenius, Kitchener, Ont.; Emma-Mrs. Edwin Snider, Waterloo, Ont.; Lydia Ann-Mrs. Ira Gingrich, Guernsey, Sask.; Elizabeth-Mrs. Weston Bowman, Centreville, Ont.; Mary-Mrs. Clarence Burkhardt, Guernsey, Sask.; Minerva, Stratford, Ont.; Angeline-Mrs. William Sommers, West Montrose, Ont.). She united with the Mennonite Church in her youth and remained a faithful member until death. She was a kind and loving mother. Most of her life was spent on a farm near West Montrose, Ont. Funeral services were held May 7 at the Elmira Mennonite Church. Burial was made in the adjoining cemetery. Oliver D. Snider and Howard S. Bauman officiated.

Stoll. --- Dorothy Lavon, daughter of Louis and Katie Ann (Otto) Stoll, was born June 14, 1949; died very suddenly from a heart ailment May 18, 1950; aged 11 m. 4 d. Surviving are her parents, a brother (Ray), a sister (Anna Mae), 2 grandmothers, and a number of other relatives. Funeral services by H. N. Troyer, at the Hartville, Ohio, Mennonite Church. Hers was the first burial made in the new church cemetery.

Swartz. --- Richard Swartz, was born in October, 1856, thirty mile west of Berlin, Germany; passed away Dec. 22, 1949, at the home of Emil Backholm, where he had been living the last two years; aged 93 y. 2 m. At the age of three he came to America with his parents, sisters, and brothers, who settled in Olwin, Iowa. For thirty years he had been living in Huntersville Twp. In October, 1946, he joined the Mennonite Church, and was faithful until death. Surviving are nieces, nephews, and close friends. Clyde Allebach, of Menahga, Minn., was in charge of the services. Text: Heb. 4: 9. Interment was mde in the cemetery adjoining the Huntersville Mission.

Swartzendruber. --- Daniel B., son of Jacob F. and Elizabeth (Bender) Swartzendruber, was born in Lyon Co., Kans., May 9, 1875; died at his late home near Kalona, Iowa, May, 16, 1950; aged 75 y. 7 d. On Dec. 16, 1900, he was united in marriage to Anna Guengerich. To this union were born 5 children (William Henry, Peoria, Ill.; Jacob F., Marion, Iowa; A. Lloyd, Kalona; Math Naomi, at home; and Mary Ruth, deceased). His wife, 4 children, 6 grandchildren, one sister (Mrs. Delilah Litwiller, Kalona, Iowa), and a foster son (John Combs, Chicago, Ill.), survive. His parents, 5 brothers, 2 sisters, and one daughter predeceased him. He accepted Christ as his Saviour in his youth and was baptized Nov. 27, 1892, with a class of sixteen members, uniting with the Lower Deer Creek Mennonite Church. Later he transferred his membership to the East Union congregation, where he always took an active part in the church activities. At the age of four he moved with the family to Oregon, where they lived four years before moving to Iowa. There he lived until death, with the exception of two years spent in California for his health. He taught school in the Kalona community for several years. His death was caused by cancer. A farmer by occupation he was a lover of nature and had a vision of improvement and progress in agriculture. However, his chief concern was for the more important things of life, especially the spiritual welfare of the community. He will be missed in the home, church, and community. To know him was to have a real friends whose concern was not only for himself but for his fellow men. His counsel and advice were sought by many who will remember him as a true friend. Funeral services were held at the East Union Church May 19. Burial was made in the East Union Cemetery. D. J. Fisher and S. C. Yoder officiated in the services.

Wanner. --- Sarah, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Christian Wanner was born in Peel Twp., Wellington Co., Ont., April 26, 1877; died at the Kitchener-Waterloo Hospital May 12, 1950; aged 73 y. 17 d. One sister (Mrs. Israel Weber, Elmira, Ont.) survives. Three sisters and 4 brothers predeceased her. She had been in failing health the last few years. Death was caused by a heart attack . She loved and served the Lord faithfully, having united with the Mennonite Church in her youth. She was an esteemed citizen of the community because of her kind and loving service as a practical nurse. Funeral services were held May 15 at the Elmira Mennonite Church. Burial was made in the adjoining cemetery, with Oliver D. Snider and Howard S. Bauman officiating.

Weaver. --- Hettie A., daughter of the late Martin and Hettie Herr, was born near Lancaster Co., Pa., Aug. 7, 1879; departed from this life May 1, 1950; aged 70 y. 8 m. 24 d. Death was caused by a heart condition. On Nov. 6, 1906, she was united in marriage to Eugene K. Weaver, of West Lampeter Twp. She was a member of the Mennonite Church. Surviving are her husband, 2 children (Anna G. and Lloyd H., at home), 3 grandchildren, and 2 sisters, Elizabeth L., and Ella L., Lancaster, Pa. Services were held at the Mellinger Mennonite Church May 4 by David L. Landis and Harry S. Lefever. Text: Mark 14: 8. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Widrick. --- Veronica, daughter of Joel and Barbara (Leichty) Erb, was born near Baden, Ont., May 26, 1869; passed away April 12, 1950; aged 80 y. 10 m. 17 d. She had been in failing health for a number of years. On Feb. 12, 1891, she was united in marriage to John N. Widrick, of Croghan, Lewis Co., N. Y., who preceded her in death on Sept. 1, 1947. Surviving are 2 daughters (Anna-Mrs. Jacob Yousey, Castorland, N. Y.; and Emma ­Mrs. Andrew Moser, Copenhagen, N. Y.), 3 sons (Joel, Copenhagen, N. Y.; and John and Aaron, both of Lowville, N. Y.), 25 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, 2 sisters (Mrs. John Sterie, Tavistock, Ont.; Mrs. Albert Kennel, Peterburg, Ont.), and 3 brothers (Menno, Bomberg, Ont.; Christian, Tavistock; and Noah, Petersburg). Two sons and 2 daughters (Menno, Ezra, Clara, and Mollie-Mrs. Andrew Lehman, Jr.) preceded her in death. In her youth she accepted Christ as her personal Saviour and united with the Amish Mennonite Church, remaining faithful until death. She often expressed her desire to be with her Lord. The funeral was conducted at the home of her son (Aaron) by Joseph Nafziger and at the Dadville A. M. Church by Elias Zehr. Her body was laid to rest beside those of her husband and children in the Croghan Cemetery.

Yoder. --- Angela Rae, daughter of Reuben H. and Edith (Weaver) Yoder, was born Sept. 23, 1945, at Ft. Collins, Colo.; passed away at the home of her parents near Harper, Kans., May 9, 1950; aged 4 y. 7 m. 16 d. Death followed an illness of more than three years. Surviving are her parents, 2 sisters (Marcia Jolene and Sandra Ann), 4 grandparents (Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Weaver and Mr. and Mrs. M. M. Yoder), many other relatives, and a large number of friends. All have precious memories of her quiet, patient life. Funeral services were held at the home and at the Pleasant Valley Mennonite Church, near Harper, Kans., May 11, in charge of Gideon G. Yoder. Text: Job 1: 21. Interment was made in the Pleasant Valley Cemetery.

Transcribed by Marcia Bickel, Kansas.