Baird, Erma, --was the daughter of Ella (Lehman) Detrow and the late Alvin Detrow, born near Columbiana, Ohio, May 3, 1909; died Nov. 9, 1952; aged 43 y. 6 m. 6 d. She had not been well since February but she bore her suffering with patience and fortitude. On Dec. 25, 1936, she was united in marriage to Leonard Baird. To this union were born 5 daughters (Mabel, Esther, Ethel, Mary Ellen, and Dorothy). In early life she accepted Christ and united with the Midway Mennonite Church, remaining faithful until death. Remaining to mourn her departure are her husband, 5 daughters, mother, and one foster brother (James Rhodes). Her father and 2 brothers preceded her in death. Funeral services were held at the Midway Church, Columbiana, Ohio, in charge of Paul Yoder, Ernest Martin, and A. J. Steiner, with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Culp, Charlotte Elizabeth, -- was the daughter of Henry and Elizabeth (Rissor) Pletcher, born in Wood Co., Ohio, Dec. 23, 1862; departed this life Oct. 26, 1952; aged 89 y. 10 m. 3 d. She came to this community from Indiana 70 years ago. She was united in marriage to Albert Culp on Nov. 24, 1889. To this union were born 2 sons (Asher, Tampa, Fla.; and Arthur, New Paris, Ind.), and 2 daughters (Mrs. Naomi Christophel, Foraker, Ind.; and Alma, Nappanee, Ind.). Also surviving are one brother (Daniel), 12 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by 10 brothers and sisters and her husband in 1932. She united with the Salem Mennonite Church early in life, to which faith she died. Funeral services were in charge of F. E. Freed and R. F. Yoder.
King, Marion Y., -- was the oldest son of Jacob Z. and Martin A. (Yoder) King, was born near West Liberty, Ohio, Jan. 2, 1889; passed away at Phoenix, Ariz., Nov. 12, 1952; aged 63 y. 10 m. 10 d. Early in life he accepted Christ as his Saviour and united with the South Union Mennonite Church. On Feb. 22, 1917, he was united in marriage with Artie Maude Kauffman. To this union were born 3 sons (Hugh M., Tangent, Oreg.; Arthur V., Rockville, Md.; and Fred D., at home), and one daughter (Doris Marie) who survive. He is also survived by 2 brothers (Joe F., Bellefontaine, Ohio; and Ivan T., West Liberty, Ohio), and one sister (Anna M. Hartzler, Belleville, Pa.). One brother (Alpha R.), one sister (Carrie M.), and 3 daughters (Martha J., Mary J., and Laura B.) preceded him in death. In July, 1925, he was ordained in the ministry to serve in the South Union and Walnut Grove congregations. His entire life except for a short interval, was spent on the farm where he was born and in service to the church he loved. In September he went to Phoenix, Ariz., for his health. He loved his home, his family, his work and his Saviour and will be missed. Funeral services were held Nov. 17 at the South Union Mennonite Church, West Liberty, Ohio, by Stanley Shenk and Perry Daniels. Interment was made in the South Union Cemetery.
Smeltzer, J. Olen, -- was born Oct. 14, 1893, in Wakarusa, Ind., the son of David and Mary (Holderman) Smeltzer. On Dec. 8, 1917, he was married to Martha Yoder. To this union 9 children, al of whom survived their father's passing (Elma-Mrs. Don Murray, Osceola, Ind.; Elizabeth-Mrs. L. L. Atkins, Elkhart, Ind.; Edna-Mrs. Melvin Green, Elkhart, Ind.; Treva-Mrs. Don Whitt, Elkhart, Ind.; Anna-Mrs. Harold Miller, Goshen, Ind.; Curtis, Wakarusa, Ind.; Lowell, Wakarusa, Ind.; Lena, Hesston, Kans.; and Dorothy, South Bend, Ind. In addition to his wife and children he is survived by one brother (Clarence, Wakarusa, Ind.), and 11 grandchildren. He accepted the Lord in his youth and was a member of the Holderman Mennonite Church. His faithfulness to his Lord may be indicated by a record of perfect attendance at Church and Sunday school during the past eleven years. Death came as the result of a cave-in of soil while he was laying tile on Nov. 7, 1952. He was 59 years old. Funeral services were held Nov. 10 at the Olive Mennonite Church, Elkhart, Ind., in charge of Simon Gingerich and D. A. Yoder.
Smith, Jacob P., -- was the son of Jacob P. and Barbara (Yoder) Smith, born Nov. 2, 1871, in Hickory Co., Mo., and departed this life Oct. 18, 1952, at the age of 80 y. 11 m. 16 d., at the hospital in Harrisonville, Mo. In his youth he confessed Christ and united with the Mennonite Church near Garden City, Mo., remaining faithful until death. On Feb. 1, 1891, he was united in marriage to Mary Helmuth and she preceded him in death in 1902. On Jan. 7, 1904, he was united in marriage to Ida Oesch. They were the parents of 2 daughters (Blanche-Mrs. J. N. Weaver, Media, Pa.; and Lela---Mrs. Rolla Hartzler, Garden City, Mo.), and 4 sons (Joe and Roy, Garden City, Mo.; John, Brookfield, Mo.; and Ralph, Henry, Ill.). Surviving besides his wife and 6 children are 16 grandchildren, one sister (Mrs. Amelia King, Rock Island, Ill.), one half sister (Mrs. Dan Shindler, Garden City, Mo.), 2 half brothers (Wesley and Will Hostetler, Redland, Calif.), one stepsister (Mrs. Emma Byler, Garden City, Mo.), and a host of other relatives and friends. On daughter (Ruby Mae), his parents, and 2 sisters preceded him in death. He was very active and enjoyed his occupation of farming until his sight failed him. He had been blind for eight years and always enjoyed having his old friends call on him in his home. Funeral services were held Oct. 21 at the Sycamore Grove Church in charge of W. R. Hershberger and Nelson Morgan, with burial in the Clearfork Cemtery.
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Brandt, Rebecca, daughter of John and Barbara (Wittel) Greiner, was born near Manheim, Pa., Jan. 15, 1866; passed away after an illness of three months at the Oreville Mennonite Home near Lancaster, Pa.; aged 86 y. 8 m. 16 d. On Dec. 16, 1883, she was united in marriage to Henry K. Brandt, who passed away 39 years ago. She is survived by one son (Raymond, Lancaster, Pa.), 9 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren. One daughter (Amelia) and one son (John) preceded her in death. She was a member of the Manheim Mennonite Church. Funeral services were held Sept. 30, at the Hernley Mennonite Church, Manheim, Pa., in charge of Landis Brubaker and Ira Huber, with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Ebersole, Anna E., a daughter of the late Deacon Henry and Lizzie (Erb) Miller, was born June 21, 1867; died at her home, Elizabethtown, Pa., Nov. 15, 1952; aged 85 y. 4 m. 24 d. She was the widow of Levi Ebersole. Surviving are 4 children (Edna and Martha, both at home; Tilman E., Elizabethtown, Pa.; and Clarence M., Lancaster, Pa.), 3 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, and one brother Benjamin, Newton, Kans.). Funeral services were held Nov. 18, at the Elizabethtown Mennonite Church, in charge of Clarence E. Lutz, assisted by Benjamin Keener. Interment was made in the Goods Mennonite Cemetery.
Hall, Mary Estella, daughter of Charles H. and Mariah (Chandler) McArtor, was born in Iowa City, Iowa, Dec. 7, 1871; departed this life at the Washington Hospital, Washington, Iowa, Sept. 13, 1952; aged 80 y. 9 m. 6 d. On May 1, 1895, she was united in marriage to William Hall, who survives. Also surviving are 2 daughters (Callie-Mrs. Charles Thrapp and Frances-Mrs. Joe Courtumn), 5 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, and one sister (Mrs. Minnie Lamouraux, Wellman, Iowa). Two brothers (Burl and William) and 3 sisters (Mrs. George Patterson, Mrs. William Oldaker, and Mrs. Henry Oldaker) preceded her in death. On Jan. 7, 1952, she was received into the fellowship of the Daytonville Mennonite Mission, Wellman, Iowa. Funeral services were held Sept. 16 by Ezra W. Shenk, Max Yoder, and Perry Blosser.
Hostetler, Levi C., son of Christian J. and Magdalena (Hershberger) Hostetler, was born in Hickory Co., Mo., Dec. 25, 1868; passed away near Tampico, Ill, Oct. 27, 1952; aged 83 y. 10 m. 2 d. He was united in marriage to Mary Alice Zook on Dec.28, 1890. To this union were born 3 daughters (Nettie-Mrs. Joseph Eash, Corvallis, Oreg.; Elsie-Mrs. Earl Baker, Harrisoburg, Oreg.; and Ida Belle-Mrs. Peter Eigsti, Washburn, Ill.), and 5 sons (John L., Prophetstown, Ill.; Archie L., El Paso, Ill.; Amandus M., Tampico, Ill.; Elmer E., Youcalla, Oreg.; and David L., Del Paso Heights, Calif.), who survive. Also surviving are 54 grandchildren, 56 great-grandchildren, one brother (Dave, Prophetstown, Ill.), and a large number of nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, one son, parents, one sister, and 9 brothers. In early youth he joined the Amish Mennonite Church and remained steadfast to the end. In the fall of 1923 he was ordained to the ministry. Funeral services were held Oct. 31, at the Fairfield A. M. Church, Tampico, Ill. By Dan M. Hostetler and Ova J. Hostetler.
Lehman, George S., Jr., was born Feb. 8, 1898, and departed this life Oct. 13, 1952; aged 54 y. 8 m. 5 d. He was blind from about the age of 15, but was never heard to complain. About 22 years ago he accepted Christ as his Saviour and united with the Mennonite Church. When health permitted he was always present for services. Surviving are 2 sisters (Anna Mary and Fannie, Elizabethtown, Pa.), and one brother (Samuel, Hershey, Pa.). His parents preceded him in death. Funeral services were held at the Stauffer Mennonite Church, Bachmanville, Pa., Oct. 17, in charge of Sylvan Myers, Walter Oberholtzer, and Noah W. Risser, with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Miller, Malinda, daughter of the late Abraham and Anna (Beechy) Mast, was born near Walnut Creek, Ohio, Jan. 7, 1866; departed this life, following an extended illness, Nov. 20, 1952; aged 86 y. 10 m. 13 d. In her youth she publicly confessed Christ and became a member of the Walnut Creek Mennonite Church, to which she remained faithful until her death. On Sept. 24, 1893, she was united in marriage to Samuel H. Miller, who was a faithful minister of her church until his death in 1928. One son (Samuel) also preceded her in death. She was the last of a family of eighteen. Surviving are 4 daughters (Mrs. Lloyd Mishler, Sugarcreek, Ohio; Mrs. Gordon Cheasley, Wilmington, Del.; Mrs. David Parker, Parma, Ohio; and Mrs. Charles Dannis of the home), 2 sons (Titus, Sugarcreek, Ohio; and Vernon, Eustis, Fla.), 4 stepchildren (John S., Sugarcreek, Ohio; George S., Wellman, Iowa; Arthur, Wooster, Ohio; and Laura Stutzman, from Florida), 17 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Walnut Creek Mennonite Church, Nov. 23, in charge of Paul R. Miller. Interment was made in the church cemetery.
Shank, Stillborn daughter of Arthur and Mabel Shank, was born at Leland Memorial Hospital, Riverdale, Md., Nov. 18, 1952. She is survived by her parents and 4 sisters. Graveside services were held Nov. 19, at the Chambersburg, Pa., Mennonite Church in charge of Harold Hunsecker.
Smith, Lizzie H., daughter of the late Deacon Ephraim and Mary Hernley, was born Dec. 6, 1880, in Lancaster Co., Pa.; died at her home Elizabethtown, Pa., Nov. 9, 1952; aged 71 y. 11 m. 3 d. She was a member of the Elizabethtown Mennonite Church. On Nov. 13, 1900, she was married to Martin H. Risser, who died in 1901. To this union was born one son (Martin E., Lancaster, Pa.), who survives with two grandchildren. On May 2, 1911, she was married to Irvin S. Smith, who survives, as well as one stepdaughter (Anna Smith, Elizabethtown, Pa.), and one brother (Paul Hernley, Elizabethtown, Pa.). Funeral services were held Nov. 12, at the Elizabethtown Mennonite Church with Walter L. Keener, Jr., Noah W., Risser, and Clarence E. Lutz officiating. Burial was made in the Risser Mennonite Cemetery.
Snavely, Harry Herr, was born in West Lampeter Township, June 11, 1871; passed away at his home, Oct. 26, 1952; aged 81 y. 4 m. 15 d. He was a son of the late Benjamin and Anna (Herr) Snavely. He resided in Lancaster County his entire life. His wife (Amanda Book) passed away 20 years ago. Surviving are one sister (Ida-Mrs. I. B. Graybill, Refton, Pa.), and a number of nieces and nephews, including 3 children of a late sister for whom he was foster father. He was a lifelong member of the Willow Street Mennonite Church and was Sunday-school superintendent for many years. In 1902 he was appointed director of the Oreville Mennonite Home in Lancaster County and served 24 years. He was also president of the Lancaster County Sunday School Association for a number of years. He had a spiritual and material interest in others and took an active interest in local affairs. Funeral services were held Oct. 30, in the Willow Street Mennonite Church, Lancaster, Pa., in charge of Jacob T. Harnish, Emory Herr, and John Brenneman, with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Strite, Mary Ann, was born Oct. 26, 1952, a daughter of Clarence and Mary Grace (Clugston) Strite, Shippensburg, Pa. She died Nov. 14, 1952, from a heart condition. She is survived by her parents. Funeral services were held at the Sellers Funeral Home, Chambersburg, Pa., Nov. 16, in charge of Harold Hunsecker, with burial in the Chambersburg Mennonite Cemetery.
Weaver, Lizzie W., daughter of the late Henry and Lydia (Weaver) Martin, was born Oct. 6, 1885, at Elkhart, Ind.; passed away Aug. 31, 1952, in the Ephrata, Pa., Community Hospital; aged 66 y. 10 m. 25 d. She was a faithful member of the Mennonite Church, of which her husband is a minister. She was united in marriage to Menno B. Weaver on Oct. 4, 1908. To this union were born 9 children, 6 of whom survive (Ivan M., Denver, Pa.; Edwin M., Lititz, Pa.; Harvey M., Denver, Pa.; Anna May-Mrs. Henry N. Rutt, Ephrata; Lydia, at home; and Paul, Lancaster, Pa.). Also surviving are 25 grandchildren, and 2 brothers (Moses W., and Henry W. Z., both of Lebanon, Pa.). Funeral services were held at Martindale on Sept. 3, by Noah Zimmerman, Henry Martin, and Joseph Hostetler.
Yoder, Lydia M., was born Aug. 8, 1875, near Allensville, Pa., and died Nov. 16, 1952, at the Kanagy Convalescent Home, Bird-In-Hand, Pa.; aged 77 y. 3 m. 8 d. She was the daughter of the late Yost and Leah King. On Nov. 28, 1900, she was married to Christian B. Yoder, who preceded her in death. One son and 3 granddaughters also preceded her in death. Surviving are 3 children (Jonas K., Boyertown, Pa.; Catherine L., Pottstown, Pa.; and Christian, Jr., Elverson, Pa.), 11 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, 6 brothers (Joseph, Belleville, Pa.; Yost, Goodville, Pa.; John, Milroy, Pa.; Abner, New Holland, Pa.; David, Birdsboro, Pa.; and Thomas, Morgantown, Pa.), 2 sisters (Mattie Mast, Narvon, Pa.; and Lizzie-Mrs. B. S. Kauffman, Ephrata, Pa.), and a large number of nieces and nephews. She was a member of the Conestoga Mennonite Church, Morgantown, Pa. Funeral services were in charge of David Yoder, Ira Kurtz and Christian Kurtz, on Nov. 20. Burial was made in the adjoining cemetery.
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Albrecht, Ethel Mae, was born May 30, 1910, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Albrecht, of Tiskilwa, Ill. After a short illness she died Sept. 20, 1952, at the St. Margaret's Hospital, Spring Valley, Ill; aged 42 y. 3 m. 21 d. Her mother and infant brother preceded her in death. She is survived by her father and one brother (Robert, Tiskilwa, Ill.). In her early youth she accepted Christ as her personal Saviour and was baptized and received into the Willow Springs Church, Tiskilwa, Ill. As she grew in her Christian life she became more and more concerned about witnessing for the Lord as well as giving of material aid to the needy. She helped in the activities of the Sunday school and Summer Bible School. Her last effort to give the message of God's Word to people was the request that no floral display be made at her funeral but that the money be used to purchase Scriptures for the people in Japan. Funeral services were held at the Willow Springs Church in charge of C. Warren Long, with burial in the church cemetery.
Burkholder, Amos C., son of Peter and Barbara Burkholder, was born Jan. 21, 1885, near Archbold, Ohio, and died instantly when his car was struck by a New York Central train in Archbold, Ohio, Nov. 25, 1952; aged 67 y. 10 m. 4 d. He was united in marriage to Barbara Beck on June 15, 1906. He was preceded in death by his wife in 1943, 2 brothers, and 4 sisters. Surviving are 2 sons (Lavern, Toledo, Ohio; and Maynard, Archbold, Ohio), one daughter (Wilma, Gallipolis, Ohio), 5 grandchildren, and 2 brothers (Noah, Archbold, Ohio; David, Blue Ball, Pa.). As a young man he accepted Christ as his Saviour and united with the Mennonite Church, of which he was a faithful member until his death. Funeral services were held at the Central Mennonite Church, Archbold, Ohio, in charge of P. L. Frey, Gordon Zimmerman, and Dan Sommers.
Crilow, William D., son of Daniel and Lydia (Kline) Crilow, was born near Berlin, Ohio, June 9, 1880; died after a short illness, Nov. 2, 1952; aged 77y. 4 m. 23 d. In his youth he accepted Christ as his Saviour, was baptized and became a member of the Martins Creek Mennonite Church, Millersburg, Ohio, and remained faithful until death. Dec. 30, 1906, he was united in marriage to Mary Schnell. To this union were born 3 sons and 6 daughters (Homer, Berlin, Ohio; Melvin, Goshen, Ind.; Floyd, Millersburg, Ohio; Mrs. Lester Alberts, Mrs. Wellman Miller; and Mrs. Freeman Troyer, all of Berlin, Ohio; Mrs. Amos Yoder, Millersburg, Ohio; and Urias, Benton, Ohio), and 3 sisters (Mrs. Monroe Hershberger, Louisville, Ohio; Mrs. Elizabeth Mast and Mrs. Charles Gilt, both of Benton, Ohio). His wife, one brother, and 3 sisters preceded him in death. Funeral services were conducted at the Martins Creek Church, Nov. 4, by D. D. Miller, Warren Miller, and S. W. Sommer.
Hollinger, Pearl Hauck, daughter of the late Jacob W. And Barbara Benner, was born in Snyder Co., Pa., Dec. 21, 1884; died at her home near Lititz, Pa., Oct. 21, 1952; aged 67 y. 10 m. At the age of 16 she came to Lancaster County. On Thanksgiving Day in the year 1903 she was united in marriage to the late David F. Hauck. In 1938 she was united in marriage to Henry Hollinger. In her youth she accepted Christ as her Saviour and became a member of the Mennonite Church, remaining faithful until death. She was very patient and cheerful and always had a deep concern for the spiritual welfare of her children. Surviving are her husband, 6 children (J. Lester Huck, Bedford, Pa.; Paul L. Hauck, Ephrata, Pa.; Alma-Mrs. Walter Kinsey, Quarryville, Pa.; Edna-Mrs. David H. Miller, Lancaster, Pa.; Martin L. Hauck, York Co., Pa.; and Anna Mary-Mrs. M. Clair Hershey, Kinzers, Pa.) 49 grandchildren, one great-grandchild, 8 step children (John, Hollinger, Lititz, Pa.; Mahlon Hollinger, Neffsville, Pa.; Mabel-Mrs. Ammon Stauffer, Martindale, Pa.; Elva and Anna Mae Hollinger, Durlack, Pa.; Jacob Hollinger, New Holland, Pa.; Raymond Hollinger, Terre Hill, Pa.; and Marvin Hollinger, Manheim, Pa.), one brother (Charles, Akron, Pa.), and one sister (Annie-Mrs. Dervin Hart, Bareville, Pa.) Funeral services were held Oct. 24, at the Hershey Mennonite Church by Levi Weaver, Eli Sauder, Martin Hershey, and Ira Landis, with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Kempf, Henry J., son of Mary (Stutzman) Kempf, was born in Johnson Co., Iowa, May 16, 1876; departed this life at his home in Wellman, Iowa, Sept. 29, 1952; aged 76 y. 4 m. 13 d. On Dec. 4, 1899, he was married to Lydia Ann Gingerich and together they lived in Iowa and Washington Counties these nearly 53 years. Their home was blessed with 6 children (Ray, Ida-Mrs. Malon S. Yoder, Harvey, Walter, Ervin, and Norma), all of the Wellman community. Also surviving are his wife, 14 grandchildren, and one sister (Mrs. Kate Schlabaugh). In his youth he accepted Christ and became a member of the Mennonite Church, in which faith he died. Funeral services were in charge of Max Yoder and Edward Diener, with burial in the West Union Cemetery.
Kraly, David, son of Rudy and Emma Kraly, Defiance, Ohio, died of polio at a hospital near Toledo, Ohio, Oct. 2, 1952; aged 7 m. He leaves to mourn him a twin brother (Daniel), his parents, and many other relatives. Private funeral services were held at the Joe Lengacher Home, Hicksville, Ohio, Oct. 4, conducted by Allen B. Ebersole. Interment was in the Maumee Cemetery, Antwerp, Ohio.
Miller, Susan, daughter of the late Joseph D. and Anna (Conrad) Miller, was born near Canton, Ohio, Sept. 7, 1891; died of a heart attack at the home of her sister-in-law, Mrs. John H. Miller, Nov. 27, 1952; aged 61 y. 2 m. 20 d. In 1903 she accepted Christ as her Saviour and Bishop Ben Gerig baptized and received her into the fellowship of the Beech Mennonite Church where she continued faithful until the end. She was faithful to and consistent with her belief, ready to live true to her convictions regardless of what others would do. She was preceded in death by her parents, 4 sisters (Gladys, Mary, Esther, and Katie), 2 brothers (Joseph D. and John J.), and one infant brother. Surviving are 2 sisters (Lydia-Mrs. Aaron Schmucker, Canton, Ohio; and Clara-Mrs. Christian King, Centerville, Pa.), 2 aunts and a number of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Beech Mennonite Church, Louisville, Ohio by O. N. Johns and Ray Bair. Interment was made in the Westlawn Cemetery, Canton, Ohio.
Mishler, Fannie Jean, daughter of Jacob and Anna Kauffman, was born in Lagrange Co., Ind., June 5, 1866; passed away at the Lowell Rest Home, Lowell, Mich., Nov. 26, 1952; aged 86 y. 5 m. 21 d. In November, 1890, she was united in marriage to John W. Mishler. In 1900 they moved to White Cloud, Mich., and 18 years later to Kent Co., Mich. Her husband passed away in 1941. One son (William) also preceded her in death. She is survived by 4 sons (Milton, and Edwin, Alto, Mich.; Henry, Grand Rapids, Mich.; and John, Lagrange, Ind.), one daughter (Mrs. Ella Fisher, Fremont, Mich.), 10 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and one half brother (Henry B. Kauffman, Columbiana, Ohio). In her younger years she united with the Mennonite Church and remained a constant and faithful member until her death. For a number of years she was an invalid and was cared for at the homes of her children until the last several months when she entered the Lowell Rest Home. Her Christian life was lived in a quiet, unassuming way, but was demonstrated by her devotion to her family and her constant concern for their spiritual welfare. Funeral services were held in the Bowne Mennonite Church, Clarksville, Mich., in charge of T. E. Schrock and Daniel Zook, with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Nyce, Linford D., husband of Margaret (Moyer) Nyce, was born Jan. 11, 1911; passed away Oct. 31, 1952; aged 41 y. 9 m. 20 d. Besides his widow, he is survived by his parents, one daughter, 3 sons, 6 sisters, and a paternal grandmother. Funeral services were held at the Salford Mennonite Church, Harleysville, Pa., Nov. 4, where he was a member in charge of Henry L. Ruth, assisted by Marvin M. Anderson with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Slaubaugh, Lida, daughter of Daniel and Mary (Graber) Swartzendtruber, was born in Indiana March 5, 1886; went home to the Lord, Nov. 26, 1952, at the Good Samaritan Hospital, Rugby, N. Dak.; aged 66 y. 8 n. 21 d. On Sept. 1, 1907, she was united in marriage to Simon Slaubaugh. Fifteen children were born to this union. Surviving are 4 daughters (Mrs. Edith Graber, Ogema, Minn.; Mrs. Sylvia Graber, Leader, Minn.; Mrs. Mary Graber and Mrs. Dorothy Schrock of Mylo, N. Dak.), 8 sons (B. Cledus, Petersburg, Ind.; Tobias J., Montgomery, Ind.; Vernon, Goshen, Ind.; Daniel E., Joseph G., Elmer H., Albert J., and Calvin R. of Wolford, N. Dak.), 2 sisters, 3 brothers, 58 grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. Her husband, parents, 3 sons, one brother, and one sister preceded her in death. In her youth she was baptized and united with the Amish, later transferring her membership to the Mennonite Church, of which she was a member at the time of her death. Funeral services were held Dec. 1, at the Lakeview Mennonite Church, Wolford, N. Dak., by John Stoll and Eli Hochstetler.
Stutzman, Della, was the foster daughter of J. W. and Anna (Schlegel) Roth, born near Milford, Nebr., March 9 ,1901; peacefully fell asleep in Jesus at her home near Milford, Nebr., Nov. 22, 1952; aged 51 y. 8 m. 13 d. In her youth she confessed Christ as her personal Saviour and united with the East Fairview Mennonite Church, Milford, Nebr. In 1925 she transferred her membership to the Milford A. M. Church, remaining a faithful member until death. She was united in marriage to John Stutzman on April 15, 1919. Surviving are her husband, one son (Milton W.), one daughter (Anna Mae-Mrs. Lenard Stauffer), 6 grandchildren, foster mother, 2 foster brothers (J. C. and Ed), and many other relatives and friends. Her father, 5 brothers, and one sister preceded in death. She was much concerned about her family and the church, having taught Sunday-school classes for a number of years. At the time of her illness she was serving as secretary of the sewing circle. Funeral services were held Nov. 25, at the Milford A. M. Church in charge of Warren Eicher, assisted by John Troyer, with burial in the church cemetery.
Sutter, Mary, was born March 14, 1870, at Tremont, Ill., to Valentine and Elizabeth Birkey; died Oct. 11, 1952, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Leroy Pierson; aged 82 y. 6 m. 28 d. She was married to Christian B. Sutter on Jan. 23, 1896. The family moved to the Tiskilwa community over 40 years ago and during these years she was a member of the willow Springs Church. She was baptized and received into the church at Tremont, Ill., in 1899. Her husband and one son (Harvey) preceded her in death. She is survived by one son (Raymond, Princeton, Ill.), 2 daughters (Mrs. Leroy Person and Mrs. Rufus Bachman, both of Tiskilwa, Ill.), 4 grandchildren, and 2 brothers (Val, Princeton, Ill., and Joseph, Walnut, Ill.). Funeral services were held at the Willow Springs Church, Tiskilwa, Ill., in charge of C. Warren Long, with burial in the church cemetery.
Yoder, Noah S., was born Jan. 25, 1909 near Plain City, Ohio; passed away in Mt. Carmel Hospital, Columbus, Ohio, Sept. 30, 1952; aged 52 y. 8m. 5 d. He leaves to mourn his departure his wife (Maryann), 2 daughters (Mrs. Ada Martin, Plain City, Ohio; and Mrs. Gertrude Bidwell, Bermuda, Ohio), 2 sons (John, Plain City, Ohio; and Eli, at home), his parents (Mr. and Mrs. Simon Yoder), one sister (Mrs. John Lapp), one brother (Roman, Millersburg, Ohio), and a large number of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were in charge of Abram Kaufman and Eli Nissley, with burial in the church cemetery.
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Brubaker, J. Henry, son of the late Joseph E. and Susan E. (Stauffer) Brubaker, was born July 7, 1876; passed away Aug. 27, 1952; aged 76 y. 1 m. 20 d. In his youth he accepted Christ as his Saviour and remained a faithful member of the church until his death. On Nov. 5, 1901, he was united in marriage to Anna B. Groff, who survives. Also surviving are 2 daughters (Anna Ethel-Mrs. John M. Neff, Lancaster, Pa.; and Susan Violet-Mrs. J. Lloyd Shertzer, Columbia, Pa.), one brother (Clayton S., Mt. Joy, Pa.), one sister (Susie S., East Petersburg, Pa.), and 5 grandchildren. Funeral services were held in the Landisville Pa., Mennonite Church, in charge of Christian Frank, Barton Gehman, and Henry Lutz, with burial in the church cemetery.
Diller, Samuel, son of Francis and Mary (Burkholder) Diller, was born in Cumberland Co., Pa., Nov. 9, 1866; passed away suddenly at the home of his daughter, Mrs. David Martin, Sept. 14, 1952; aged 85 y. 10 m. 5 d. On Dec. 4, 1894, he was united in marriage to Lucy Strite, who preceded him in death 11 years ago. To this union were born 2 daughters (Mary-Mrs. Raymond Witmer and Rhoda-Mrs. David L. Martin) and one son (Albert F.), all of Greencastle, Pa. Also surviving are 23 grandchildren and 41 great-grandchildren. He was the last of his immediate family. He accepted Christ in his early life and remained faithful until death, a member of the Cedar Grove Mennonite Church, Greencastle, Pa. Funeral services were held Sept. 17 in charge of Abram Baer assisted by John Grove, with burial in the Cedar Grove Cemetery.
Eash, Sovilla, daughter of David and Rebecca (Blough) Speicher, was born Nov. 17, 1868, in Lagrange Co., Ind.; passed away at the Weaver Convalescent Home, Waterford, Ind.; Dec. 5, 1952; aged 84 y. 18 d. She accepted Christ as her personal Saviour in 1887 and became a member of the Shore Mennonite Church, Shipshewana, Ind., remaining a faithful member until her death. She was married to William H. Eash on Nov. 17, 1889. To this union were born 3 children. Surviving are her husband, 2 daughters (Fannie-Mrs. William Haarer, Shipshewana, Ind.; and Ivy-Mrs. Clayton Eash, Middlebury, Ind.), one brother (William, Middlebury, Ind.), 18 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in her death by one son (Ervin). She will long be remembered for her faithful attendance at church services. Funeral services were held at the Shore Mennonite Church in Charge of Percy Miller and Lee Miller.
Feick, Lydian, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Shantz, was born March 19, 1871; passed away in her home after a lengthy illness on Dec. 3, 1952; aged 81 y. 8 m. 15 d. On March 18, 1896, she was married to Henry Feick, who survives. Also surviving are 4 sons (Herbert, Doon Road, Ont.; Edwin, Milton, and Clayton, Kitchener, Ont.), 2 daughters (Mary-Mrs. Joe Leis, Doon Road, Ont.; and Violet-Mrs. Lorne Snyder, West Montrose, Ont.), 3 brothers (William, Kitchener, Ont.; Alvin, Waterloo, Ont.; and Samuel, Breslau, Ont.), one sister (Alvina-Mrs. Leander Snyder), 14 grandchildren, and 15 great-grandchildren. She accepted Christ as her personal Saviour in 1891, during meetings conducted by the late John S. Coffman. She was a faithful member of the Mennonite Church and vitally united to Christ by faith until her departure. Funeral services and burial were at the First Mennonite Church, Kitchener, Ont., in charge of S. Martin and C. F. Derstine.
Jantzi, Mary Magdalena, daughter of Daniel K. and Magdalena (Wittmer) Conrad, was born near Wayland, Iowa, Jan. 17, 1877; and after a lingering illness, departed this life at the home of her daughter, Ethel, Nov. 7, 1952; aged 75 y. 9 m. 20 d. On Jan. 5, 1899, she was united in marriage to John B. Jantzi. In her youth she accepted Christ as her personal Saviour and united with the East Fairview Mennonite Church near Milford. In 1905 she and her husband moved to Wood River, Nebr., where they worked hard to help establish the church in this community. She was the last charter member still living here. She was a faithful member and an active worker in the church and sewing circle. She leaves to mourn her departure, 3 sons (Ezra E., Wood River, Nebr.; Royden B., Shedd, Oreg.; and Daniel J., Tangent, Oreg.), 2 daughters (Nettie-Mrs. Homer Schweitzer, and Ethel-Mrs. Clarence D. Stutzman, both of Wood River, Nebr.), 3 sisters (Mrs. Sarah Wenger, Mrs. Susan Schlatter, Wayland, Iowa; and Mrs. Lydia Widmer, Corvallis, Oreg.), 26 grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1937, her parents, 5 brothers and 2 sisters. Funeral services were held Nov. 11 at the Wood River Mennonite Church by William Eicher, assisted by Alvin Gascho, Art M. Stutzman, and Royden Schweitzer, with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Lehman, Martha, daughter of Adam and Anna (Garber) Basinger, was born near Fortuna, Mo., Aug. 24, 1875; passed away at her home in West Liberty, Ohio, Sept. 27, 1952; aged 77 y. 1m. 3 d. She was united in marriage to Joel A. Lehman on Nov. 3, 1895. This home was blessed with 5 sons (Melvin, Bellefontaine, Ohio; John A., Boswell, Pa.; Daniel, Wilfred and Kenneth, West Liberty, Ohio), and 6 daughters (Wilma, Rittman, Ohio; Sudie-Mrs. Edwin C. Fisher, Maple Heights, Ohio; Bessie, West Liberty, Ohio; Caroline-Mrs. D. W. Allen, Harrisonburg, Va.; Helen-Mrs. Leonard Hartzler, West Liberty, Ohio; and Pauline-Mrs. Vernon Miller, Fentress, Va.). She is also survived by 31 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, one brother (Chris, California, Mo.), and 4 sisters (Mrs. Carrie Baumgartner, Versailles, Mo.; Clara-Mrs. Eli Bucher, Linda-Mrs. John Bucher, and Fannie, all of California, Mo.). In 1895 she united with the Bethel Mennonite Church, Versailles, Mo., later transferring her membership to the Bethel congregation at West Liberty, Ohio, where she remained a faithful member until she was called home. Funeral services were held at the Bethel Church in charge of B. Frank Byler, assisted by Nelson Kanagy, with burial in the West Liberty Cemetery.
Metzger, Henry F., was the son of the late Peter Metzger, born Feb. 10, 1874, in Maryborough Township, Ont.; passed away Nov. 27, 1952, at his home in Wallenstein, Ont., following a lingering illness; aged 78 y. 9 m. 17 d. In 1897 he was united in marriage to Annie Martin, who preceded him in death in 1951. He was also preceded in death by one daughter (Magdalena). Surviving are 4 sons (Wesley, Elmira, Ont.; Gordon, Palmerston, Ont.; Jacob, Wallenstein, Ont.; and Martin, St. Jacobs, Ont.), one daughter (Violet, at home), 2 brothers (Martin, St. Jacobs, Ont.; and John Heidelberg), 2 sisters (Christina and Kate of St. Jacobs, Ont.), 18 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren. He was a member of the Elmira Mennonite Church. Funeral services were held Nov. 30 from the Elmira Mennonite Church, by O. D. Snider and Howard S. Bauman, with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Miller, Mary Ann, daughter of Andrew and Sarah (Hershberger) Yoder, was born Aug. 7, 1868; died Nov. 28, 1952; aged 84 y. 3 m. 21 d. She was united in marriage to Adam J. Miller on April 6, 1891. In her youth she united with the Conservative Mennonite Church and remained faithful unto the end. Surviving are 5 sons (Amzie, Elkhart, Ind.; Clarence, Ira, and Lester, Goshen, Ind.; and Lawrence, Shipshewana, Ind.), 2 daughters (Ida-Mrs. Russel Schrock, Goshen, Ind.; and Sarah-Mrs. Henry Treesh, Plymouth, Ind.), 27 grandchildren, 52 great-grandchildren, 2 brothers (Rudy, Archbold, Ohio; and Andrew, Harrisburg, Oreg.), one half brother (Samuel Mishler, Tennessee), 2 sisters (Mrs. Ada Yoder and Malinda-Mrs. William Hershberger, Goshen, Ind.). She was preceded in death by her husband in 1938, 4 children, 2 brothers (Abraham and Joseph), and 3 sisters (Sarah, Fannie, and Esther). Funeral services were held at the Town Line Conservative Church, Shipshewana, Ind., Dec. 1, in charge of Noah Zehr and Sam T. Eash.
Roth, Christian M., son of John and Mary (Miller) Roth, was born in Elkhart Co., Ind., Dec. 17, 1867; passed away at his home in Wayland, Iowa, Nov. 29, 1952; aged 84 y. 11 m. 12 d. In 1873, he moved with the parents to a farm three miles from Trenton, Iowa, and three years later they moved to the Wayland community. For many years he operated a grocery store in Wayland. At the age of 19 he united with the Sugar Creek Mennonite Church, Wayland, Iowa, and continued in this fellowship throughout life. In 1894 he was united in marriage with Elizabeth Gerig. He is survived by his wife, a daughter (Esther-Mrs. Ervin Reschly), a foster sister (Fannie Elman), and 6 grandchildren. His parents, a son (Melvin), and 5 sisters (Mary, Katie, Lydia, Mattie, and Emma) preceded him in death. He was always an active worker, ready to give a helping hand. He will be remembered by many for his generosity to the need and for his willingness to open his home to the homeless. Funeral services were held at the Sugar Creek Church, Dec. 1, conducted by Simon Gingerich, assisted by Elmer G. Swartzendruber, with interment in the cemetery near by.
Shirley, Matilda Elizabeth, was born at Little Rock, Ark., May 9, 1892, the daughter of John T. and Clendonna (Barnes) Hughes. On Aug. 3, 1910, she was married to Joseph Shirley. After an illness of about five years she passed away at the Methodist hospital, Peoria, Ill., Nov. 16, 1952; aged 60 y. 6 m. 8 d. Surviving are her husband, 2 sisters, and one brothers. She was a member of the Pleasant Hill Mennonite Church, East Peoria, Ill. The body was laid to rest in the Robert's Cemetery near Morton, Ill.
Swartzendruber, Amos, son of John and Anna (Diener) Swartzendruber, was born Oct. 20, 1884; passed away Nov. 27, 1952; aged 68 y. 28 d. He was a member of the Oley Valley Mennonite Church. He was united in marriage to Anna Erb, who survives. Also surviving are 4 daughters (Pauline-Mrs. Dan Savage, Hockessin, Del.; Anna Marie-Mrs. George Hellwig, Kurtztown, Pa.; Jeanetta-Mrs. Charles Rhodes, Jacksonville, N. C. ), one son (Allen, Mertzown, Pa.), 13 grandchildren, one brother (Ephraim, Christiana, Pa.), and 2 sisters (Lena-Mrs. John Hertzler, Morgantown, Pa.; and Sadie-Mrs. Will Stoltzfus, Harrington, Del.). One son (David) preceded him in death. Funeral services were held at the Conestoga Mennonite Church, Morgantown, Pa., by Ira A. Kurtz and Omar Kurtz, with interment in the adjoining cemetery.
Yoder, Menno S., 89 years, farmer, and longtime resident, died in Lagrange County Hospital Nov. 15, 1952, after 3 weeks' illness. He was born in Lagrange Co., Ind., Feb.13, 1863 and lived his life here with the exception of 6 years in Arkansas and Mississippi. He was married to Caroline Hostetler, who preceded him in death in 1946. He united with the Mennonite Church early in life and remained loyal to the church, unto his death. He leaves 7 sons (Olen, Goshen, Ind.; Lester, Ames, Iowa; Floyd, Coraopolis, Pa.; Dorsa, For Wayne, Ind.; Reuben, Chesterton, Ind.; Leo, Fort Wayne, Ind.; and Glen, Marquette, Mich.), 2 daughters (Iva-Mrs. Noah Burkhard and Elva-Mrs. Raymond Prough, Shipshewana, Ind.), 2 brothers (Dan R., Goshen, Ind.; and Levi, Middlebury, Ind.), one sister (Mrs. Mary Powell, Shipshewana, Ind.), 27 grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted on Nov. 17 at the Shore Mennonite Church, in charge of Percy Miller and Lee Miller, with burial in the church cemetery.
Zook, Sara Elizabeth, was born in Granville, Pa., March 9, 1857, the daughter of Joseph and Barbara (Zook) Allgyer; departed this life Nov. 19, 1952, at West Liberty, Ohio; aged 95 y. 8 m. 10 d. Early in life she united with the Mennonite Church and remained loyal to her faith. In 1874 the family moved to Wayne County, Ohio, and one year later they came to Champaign County, near West Liberty, Ohio. On Jan. 24, 1878, she was united in marriage to Joseph Zook , who preceded her in death 23 years. Ago. She leaves to mourn her departure, one son (Alpha, Butler, Ind.), one daughter (Amy), one brother (Sam), 4 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends. Two daughters (Elsie Mae and Cora) preceded her in death. Funeral services were held at the Oak Grove Mennonite Church, West Liberty, Ohio, in charge of Nelson Kanagy, assisted by Ray Eschliman. Burial was made in the Oak Grove Cemetery.
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Erb, David M., son of the late John and Barbara Erb, was born April 19, 1882, near Harrisburg, Pa.; passed away Oct. 18, 1952; aged 70 y. 5 m. 29 d. He was a member of the Shope's and Strickler's congregation of the Mennonite Church and a trustee of the Millersville Mennonite Children's Home. Surviving are his wife (the former Minnie Witmer), 3 children (Orpha-Mrs. Norma Kraybill, Elizabethtown, Pa.; Helen-Mrs. Ira Miller, Harrisonburg, Va.; and Wilbur, Harrisburg, Pa.), 9 grandchildren, and one brother (Samuel M., Harrisburg, Pa.). Funeral services were held at Strickler's Mennonite Church, Middletown, Pa., in charge of David Miller, Russel Zeager, and Harry Longenecker, with interment in the Shope Cemetery.
Hartzler, Maude E., daughter of the late Menno H. and Fannie (Hostetler) Yoder, was born Oct. 27, 1887, Allensville, Pa.; passed away at her home in Allensville, Nov. 18, 1952; aged 65 y. 22 d. On Jan. 2, 1913, she was united in marriage to Levi L. Hartzler. To this union were born 2 daughters (Beatrice-Mrs. Paul Roth, Masontown, Pa.; and Janet-Mrs. Lorne Zook, Belleville, Pa.), and 3 sons (Homer, deceased; Fred and George, both of Allensville, Pa.). Also surviving are 8 grandchildren. She was a lifelong member and faithful supporter of the Allensville Church. Her cheerful disposition and interest in helping supply the needs of others won for her many friends. Funeral services were in charge of Raymond R. Peachey and J. Elrose Hartzler.
Horst, Annie Maria, was born June 23, 1869, in Washington Co., Md., the daughter of Otho W. and Elizabeth C. Shank; passed away Aug. 29, 1952, at the Mennonite Home, Maugansville, Md.; aged 83 y. 2 m. 6 d. On March 19, 1903, she was united in marriage with Abram E. Horst. This union was blessed with one son (Otho, Clear Spring, Md.), and 2 daughters (Elizabeth-Mrs. Adin H. Horst, Hagerstown, Md.; and Ruth Clugston, Lititz, Pa.). Also surviving are 27 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, 6 stepchildren (Abram S., paramount, Md.; Phares S., Clear Spring, Md.; Michael, Chambersburg, Pa.; Henry and Nancy-Mrs. Jonas E. Horst, Hagerstown, Md.; and Katie-Mrs. William Gehman, Lancaster, Pa.), 2 brothers (Henry, Leaf River, Ill.; and Harvey, Hagerstown, Md.); and 3 sisters (Mary-Mrs. Charles Barnhart, Hagerstown, Md.; Elizabeth-Mrs. Peter Rice, Waynesboro, Pa.; and Lillie-Mrs. Allen Binkley, State Line, Pa.). She was a member of the Mennonite Church since her youth. Funeral services were conducted Sept.1 at the Clear Spring Mennonite Church, in charge of Stanley Martin, Moses K. Horst, Samuel Martin, and Reuben Martin, with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Kauffman, Benjamin K., son of the late Jonathan and Annie (King) Kauffman, was born near Paradise, Pa., April 24, 1862; passed away very suddenly Sept. 8, 1952; aged 90 y. 4 m. 14 d. He accepted Christ in his youth and united with the Amish Church, later transferring his membership to the Millwood A. M. Church. He was one of the pioneer Sunday-school workers and served as assistant superintendent for many years. He also served for more than 40 years as a trustee of the Millersville Children's Home. In January, 1884, he was married to Mary Esch who preceded him in death. One son (Aquila) also preceded him in death. Surviving are 2 daughters (Priscilla-Mrs. Isaac G. Kennel, Atglen, Pa.; and Ann-Mrs. Elam Umble, Christiana, Pa.), 3 sons (John E., Elam B., and Elmer J., all of Parkesburg, Pa.), 22 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Sept. 11 at the Maple Grove Church in charge of Abner Stoltzfus, and Ira Kurtz.
Kauffman, Lydia Ellen, was born in Howard Co., Ind., Jan. 30, 1880, the daughter of Noah C. and Teracie Yoder. In 1901 she moved with her parents to Oscoda Co., Mich. On March 22, 1905, she was united in marriage to John D. Kauffman. To this union were born 3 sons (Paul and Ora, Fairview, Mich.; and Noah, Midland, Mich.), and 2 daughters (Violet, Fairview, Mich.; and Geneva, Mio, Mich.). Also surviving are her husband, 18 grandchildren, 5 brothers, 3 sisters, and a number of other relatives and friends. At 14 years of age she united with the Mennonite Church and was one of the charter members of the Fairview Church where she remained a faithful member until death. She passed away at her home on Nov. 21, 1952; aged 72 y. 9m. 22 d. Funeral services were held at the Fairview, Mich., Mennonite Church in charge of Harvey Handrich and Floyd Yoder, with burial in the Fairview Cemetery.
Miller, Abram H., son of Christian K. and Fannie (Herr) Miller, was born June 24, 1912, passed away at the Lancaster, Pa., General Hospital, Oct. 29, 1952; aged 40 y. 4 m. 5 d. His marriage to Dorothy Eshleman on March 28, 1936, was blessed with one daughter (Mary Jane), and 2 sons (Kenneth and Karl). His parents, one sister, (Edna, Lancaster, Pa.) and 5 brothers (Charles, Dover, Pa.; Clayton, Spring City, Pa.; Lloyd, Mt. Joy, Pa.; Robert and Raymond, Lancaster, Pa.), survive. One sister and 2 brothers preceded him in death. In his youth he accepted Christ as his Saviour and remained faithful until death. Funeral services were held at the Rohrerstown Church Oct. 31 in charge of Raymond Charles and Jacob Hess. Burial was made in the Millersville Cemetery.
Miller, Newton B., son of Benjamin Y. and Catherine (Hostetler) Miller, was born at Mt. Ayr, Ind., Dec. 8, 1885; passed from this life, Nov. 9, 1952, at the Wesley Hospital, Oklahoma City, Okla; aged 66 y. 11 m. 1 d. His death came as the result of a fall from a scaffold almost two weeks previous. As a young man he became conscious of the need of his soul and accepted Christ as his personal Saviour, which conviction he followed diligently unto the end, being at the time of his death a devoted member of the Pleasant View Mennonite Church, Hydro, Okla. On Dec. 14, 1910, he with Ida Nissley, took the vows of holy matrimony which untied them "until death do us part." This union was blessed with 3 daughters (Barbara-Mrs. Ben Detweiler, Leonard, Mo.; Mabel-Mrs. Glenn Swartzendruber, Hydro, Okla.; and Alma-Mrs. A. R. Yoder, Arcola, Ill.), and 3 sons (Glen and Leroy of Weatherford, Okla.; and Allen, Hydro, Okla.). Levi Mast also was given a Christian home. Also surviving are his companion, one brother (William B., Topeka, Ind.), one sister (Katie-Mrs. John D. Yoder, Hutchinson, Kans.), 13 grandchildren, and a large circle of other relatives and friends. He was much interested in the work of Christ and the church and gave freely of his time and means to help the cause along. Funeral services were held Nov. 13, conducted by John Slagell and Alva Swartzendruber.
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