Gingerich, -- Daniel C., son of Joseph A. and Clara (Bontrager) Gingerich, was born Dec. 19, 1943, near Riverside, Iowa; passed away at the University Hospital, Iowa City, Iowa, Sept. 19, 1952; aged 8 y. 9 m. 9 d. He was ill only one week with bulbar polio. Surviving are his parents, 2 sisters (Fannie Mae-Mrs. Vernon Byler, Kalona, Iowa; and Martha Irene, at home), one brother (Paul, at home), 3 grandparents, and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Fairview C. A. Church, Kalona, Iowa, in charge of Morris Swartzendruber and Albert Miller, with burial in the Fairview Cemetery.

Hostetler, -- Samuel G., son of Gideon and Elizabeth Hostetler, was born Aug. 27, 1887; passed away at his home, Goshen, Ind., Oct. 6, 1952; aged 65 y. 1 m. 9 d. He was a resident of the Millersburg and New Paris community the past 25 years. He accepted Christ as his personal Saviour at an early age and united with the Amish Church. In 1937 he united with the Mennonite Church and at the time of his death was a faithful member of the Clinton Frame Mennonite Church. He is survived by his wife, the former, Mattie Hershberger, to whom he was married on Feb. 15, 1912. Also surviving are 7 sons (John, Dan, Jake, and Harley of Goshen, Ind.; Willis of Nappanee, Ind.; Sam, Jr., of Ary , Ky; and Leroy of Middlebury, Ind.), 3 daughters (Katie and Mary at home; and Mrs. Irene Culp, Tiskilwa, Ill.), 16 grandchildren, 4 brothers (Eli, Mylo, N. D.; John, Creston, Mont.; Jake, Middlebury, Ind.; and Levi, Goshen, Ind.), one half brother (David, in Iowa), 2 sisters (Mrs. Levi Lehman, Topeka, Ind.; and Mrs. Dan Graber, Shipshewana, Ind.), and 3 half sisters (Mrs. Dan Hostetler, Bremen, Ind.; Mrs. Nell Bontrager and Mrs. Israel Yoder, both of Medford Wis.). He was preceded in death by one son (Monroe). Funeral services were held at the Clinton Frame Mennonite Church, Goshen, Ind., in charge of Vernon Bontreger and Ira Johns, with interment in the Clinton Union Cemetery.

Kennel, -- Joseph Raymond, son of Joseph and Frieda Kennel, was born April 28, 1933, at Belleville, Ill.; died in Korea, Aug. 16, 1952; aged 19 y. 3m. 18 d. In 1946 he was baptized and joined the Mennonite Church at Shickley, Nebr. He leaves to mourn his departure, his father, mother, one brother (Oran, St. Louis, Mo.), one sister (Edna-Mrs. Omar Stutzman, Strang, Nebr.). 6 nieces and 4 nephews, and many relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Salem Mennonite Church, Shickley, Nebr., Oct. 16 in charge of P. R. Kennel, assisted by F. C. Reeb and Lee Schlegel, with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Myers, -- Mary A., was born in Mahoning Co., Ohio, Oct. 19, 1868; passed away Oct. 10 ,1952; aged 83 y. 11 m. 21 d. She was the daughter of Peter and Nancy (Myers) Metzler and always resided near her present home in Columbiana County. On Jan. 8, 1898, she was married to Victor Myers, who with a daughter (Erma-Mrs. Ervin Miller), and 2 grandchildren survives. She was preceded in death by her parents and 2 sisters. She was a faithful member of the Leetonia, Ohio, Mennonite Church. Her place was seldom vacant when health permitted her to attend. Funeral services were conducted by A. J. Steiner and S. A. Yoder, with burial in the Midway Mennonite Cemetery.

Nissley, -- Alvin H., son of Harvey S. and Emma (Slaubaugh) Nissley, was born March 13, 1933, in Nappanee, Ind. He worked a t home until February of 1952 when he went to Morgantown, Pa., to reside with his brother Ira. He was killed Sept. 13, 1952 while en route to Cambridge, Md., with a load of tomatoes; aged 19 y. 6 m. Funeral services were held at the Conestoga Mennonite Church, Morgantown, Pa., Sept. 14, in charge of Ira Kurtz and T. K. Hershey. The remains were then sent to Etna Green, Ind., and final rites were held on Sept. 16. These services were conducted by Ray Yoder and Homer North at the Camp Creek Church with interment in the Graber Cemetery. Surviving besides his parents are the following brothers and sisters: Daniel and Joseph, Nappanee, Ind.; Eli, Plain City, Ohio; Ira, Morgantown, Pa.; Addona, Harrisonburg, Va.; Mattie-Mrs. John Graber, and Rosa-Mrs. Herman Miller, both of Nappanee, Ind.; Nora-Mrs. Alvin Miller and Clara-Mrs. Jonas Mast, both of Milford, Ind.; and Dorothy, at home. He was a member of the North Main Street Mennonite Church, Nappanee, Ind. He had accepted Christ as his Saviour and was baptized in 1951. He had a quiet and friendly disposition and had gained many friends.

Poole, -- Florence Shirley, daughter of Norman and Ruby Poole, was born March 12, 1934; passed away at her home near Milverton, Ont.; Oct. 5, 1952, after a brief period of illness; aged 18 y. 6 m. 24 d. She accepted her Saviour early in life and was a faithful member of the Poole A. M. Church. She taught a Sunday-school class in the primary department and also taught a class in summer Bible school. She is survived by her parents, one brother (Arthur, at home), grandparents, and a host of relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Poole A. M. Church, Poole, Ont., Oct. 8, in charge of M. H. Roth. Burial was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Roth, -- Benjamin, son of Jacob and Mary (Lauber) Roth, was born in Wilmendingen, Germany, June 16, 1874; passed away at the home of his daughter (Mabel), Oct. 4, 1952; aged 78 y. 3 m. 18 d. At the age of 17 he left Germany and came to America, landing in New York, April 13, 1892. In September of the same year he came to Milford, Nebr., to make his home. On Jan. 2, 1896, he was united in marriage to Barbara Ulrich. To this union were born 2 sons and 4 daughters (Magdalena-Mrs. Dan Sutter, Milford, Nebr.; Nick, Wayland, Iowa; Mrs. Mary Burkey, Mabel-Mrs. Louis Erb, Ezra U., all of Milford, Nebr.; and Esther-Mrs. Jake Roth, Seward, Nebr.). He is also survived by 29 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by his life companion, parents, 11 brothers, and 4 sisters. In his early youth he accepted Christ as his personal Saviour and united with the Amish Mennonite Church in Germany. He later transferred his membership to the East Fairview Church, Milford, Nebr., to which he remained faithful until death. He was much concerned about the welfare of the church and his family and taught a Sunday-school class for many years. Funeral services were held at the East Fairview Church in charge of A. M. Miller, assisted by Oliver Roth and Sterling Stauffer, with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Stoll, -- Amanda, daughter of Homer and Elizabeth (Gerber) Stoll, was born Oct. 6, 1952, and lived only thirty minutes. She is survived by her parents, 2 brothers (Wayne Lee and Kenneth), her paternal grandmother, and her maternal grandparents. Graveside services were in charge of Edd P. Shrock in the Berea Cemetery, Montgomery, Ind.

Swartzendruber, -- Ida May, daughter of Abraham and Saloma (Hershey) Bissey, was born Nov. 15, 1881, at Cherry Box, Mo.; passed away at the home of her daughter, in Wellman, Iowa, Oct. 9, 1952; aged 70 y. 10 m. 24 d. She was in failing health for a number of years from complications of diabetes. She was united in marriage on April 4, 1904, to John J. Swartzendruber who preceded her in death on Dec. 26, 1945. Surviving are one son (Rolla G., Kalona, Iowa), one daughter (Mary L.-Mrs. Harold Stutzman, Wellman, Iowa), 4 grandsons, and one sister (Anna-Mrs. E. J. Yoder, Washington, Iowa). Three brother preceded her in death (Benjamin, Elias and George). She accepted Christ early in life and continued to live a faithful Christian life. They had lived on a farm north of Wellman, later moved to Wellman, and the last few years lived with her daughter. Services were held at the Wellman Mennonite Church, Oct. 12, in charge of George S. Miller, Max Yoder, and Edward Diener. Burial was made in the Wellman Cemetery.

Umble, -- Samuel, son of the late Henrys and Malinda (Glick) Umble, was born July 25, 1884, at Kinzers, Pa.; passed away very suddenly in the car while bringing his wife and others home from the sewing circle, June 11, 1952; aged 67 y. 10 m. 14 d. He was united in marriage to Carrie Coyle on Feb. 11, 1908 who preceded him in death in 1930. To this union were born 5 children (Edna Mae-Mrs. Henry Stoltzfus, Marvin, Raymond, Ruth, and Naomi-Mrs. Samuel Yoder), also a foster child (Harold Kauffman). On Nov. 8, 1937, he was united in marriage to Ada S. Umble, who survives him with 10 stepchildren (Henry K., Leon H., Omar K., Willis D., Verna M.-Mrs. Donald Hostetter, John M., Leroy D., Samuel K., Mary Ann-Mrs. Vernon Smoker, and Ada Ruth-Mrs. Melvin Lapp). He was a loving father and will be greatly missed. Funeral services were at the Maple Grove Church, Atglen, Pa., of which he was a member by Ira Kurtz and Calvin Kennel with burial in the Millwood Cemetery.

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Burkhart, Clarence Leslie ­ He was born at Elmira, Ont., March 16, 1895, the son of the late Enoch and Hannah (Eby) Burkhart; died of leukemia at the family home near Guernsey, Sask., Sept. 28, 1952; aged 57 y. 6 m. 12 d. He came to Saskatchewan in 1917 and started farming in the Guernsey district. On Feb. 18, 1920, he was united in marriage to Mary Ann Snider, who survives. Also surviving are 9 children (Fern-Mrs. Stanley Shantz, Greta-Mrs. Ralph Hawes, Florence, Kenneth, Merle, Mary, Ray, Beatrice, and Berna), 3 grandchildren, 2 sisters (Mrs. Abner Musselman, Elmira, Ont.; and Mrs. Mervin Shantz, Alma, Ont.), and 4 brothers (Lloyd, Emerson, and Gordon, Kitchener, Ont.; and Irvin, Goshen, Ind.). One son (Stanley) preceded him in death in infancy. He took a very active interest in many local affairs and will be greatly missed by the community. Funeral services was held Oct. 2 at the Sharon Mennonite Church, Guernsey, Sask., of which he was a member. The services were in charge of J. B. Stauffer of Tofield, Alta., assisted by Howard Snider and Paul Schroeder. Burial was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Detweiler, Samuel G.-He was born Dec, 1, 1869, the son of Peter L. and Catherine (Godshalk) Detweiler; passed away May 26, 1952; aged 82 y. 5 m. 25 d. In his youth he accepted Christ as his Saviour and united with the Deep Run Church, Bucks Co., Pa. As a young man he made use of his talent and became one of the choristers of the Deep Run Church. He took an active part as song leader until two years before his death. On Jan. 9, 1892, he was united in marriage to Rachel M. Myers. To this union were born 4 daughters and 6 sons. Two sons (Harold and Paul) preceded him in death. Surviving are his wife; Ida-Mrs. Norman Moyer, Blooming Glen, Pa.; Carrie-Mrs. William Tyson, Perkasie, Pa.; Rachel-Mrs. Otto Cressman, South Perkasie, Pa.; Frank, Florida; Monroe, Plumsteadville, Pa.; Wilmer, Perkasie, Pa.; Mabel-Mrs. Walton Detweiler, Plumsteadville, Pa.; Samuel, Perkasie, Pa; one sister, 24 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held May 31 at the Deep Run Mennonite Church in charge of Wilson Overholt, Paul Clemens, and Harold Harper. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Helmuth, Rachel---The daughter of Isaac Z. and Elizabeth (Kaufman) Lapp, was born in Mercer Co., Pa., Jan. 8, 1874; passed away after a lingering illness, Aug. 28, 1952; aged 78 y. 8 m. 29 d. In her youth she united with the Maple Grove Church and remained a member until her death. On Sept. 25, 1919, she was united in marriage to Joas Helmuth, who preceded her in death in 1931. For the past six years she was at the home of her brother. She is survived by one sister (Mrs. James Belle, North Lima, Ohio) and 2 fosters children (Mrs. Sadie Capes, Canton, Ohio; and David, New Castle, Pa.). Funeral services and burial were at the King O.O. Amish Mennonite Church, Uniontown, Ohio, in charge of Venus Hershberger and Seth Byler.

Hertzler, Mary, --She was the daughter of the late Christian and Catharine (Weber) Hertzler, born June 12, 1878; passed away very suddenly Sept. 30, 1952, at the Oreville Mennonite Home, Lancaster Co., Pa.; aged 74 y. 3 m. 18 d. She was a member of the Mennonite Church for 60 years. Surviving are 4 sisters (Mrs. Susan Ranck, Mrs. Barbara Lauver, and Annie M. Zimmerman, all of Mechanicsburg, Pa.; and Mrs. Alice Musser, New Holland, Pa.), 3 brothers (H. C., Mechanicsburg, Pa.; Daniel Z., and A. W., Camp Hill, Pa.), and a number of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Churchtown Mennonite Church, Narvon, Pa., in charge of William Strong and the other home ministers. Burial was made in the Mt. Zion Cemetery.

Jantze, Amos --- He was born near Milford, Nebr., July 20, 1878, the son of Joseph and Catherine (Yousi) Jantze; passed away at his home in Milford, Nebr., Oct. 20, 1952, as the result of a heart ailment; aged 74 y. 3 m. He united with the Mennonite Church early in life having his membership first with the East Fairview congregation near Milford, Nebr., and since 1926 in the Milford A. M. Church, where he was a faithful member until death. On Jan. 4, 1900, he was united in marriage to Katie Zimmerman. To this union were born 4 sons and one daughter. He was a loving husband and father, always concerned about the welfare of his family. Surviving are his wife, 3 sons (Ralph, Vernon, and Lee, all of Milford, Nebr.), one daughter (Edith-Mrs. Elmon Bontrager, Milford, Nebr.), one brother (John, Upland, Calif.), 2 sisters (Mrs. Catherine Hershberger, Seward, Nebr.; and Sarah-Mrs. Joe Hershberger, Milford, Nebr.), 11 grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. His parents, one son (Joseph), one sister (Rachel-Mrs. William Beckler), and one brother (Jonas) preceded him in death. Funeral services were held Oct. 22 at the Milford A. M. Church in charge of W. A. Eicher, assisted by William R. Eicher and Oliver Roth. Burial was made in the Milford A.M. Cemetery.

Litwiler, Douglas Melvin,-- The son of Melvin and Hilda (Mahon) Litwiler, Preston, Ont., was stillborn Sept. 1, 1952 at St. Mary's Hospital, Kitchener, Ont. He is survived by his parents and one sister (Doreen). Graveside services were held Sept. 1, at the Preston Cemetery with Howard Good in charge.

Martin, Frances K., --- She was born July 13, 1873, near Maugansville, Md., the daughter of Samuel and Lydia (Lesher) Horst. After an illness of seven weeks she departed this life on July 27, 1952; aged 79 y. 14 d. On Dec. 1, 1892, she was united in marriage to Michael W. Martin who preceded her in death in 1932. To this union were born 3 sons (Andrew H., Laban H., and Abraham H.), and 2 daughters (Lydia H., and Catherine H.-Mrs. Noah Eby), all near home. Also surviving are 23 grandchildren, 59 great-grandchildren, one sister (Hettie K. Hess, Marion, Pa.), and one brother (S. Lesher, Maugansville, Md.). She was a member of the Reiff Mennonite Church near Hagerstown, Md. Funeral services were held July 30, in charge of Amos J. Martin, assisted by Moses K. Horst and Reuben Martin at the Reiff Mennonite Church. Interment was made in the
adjoining cemetery.

Mickem, Chauncy A., -- He was the son of Adam A. and Eliza Ann Mickem, born in Lagrange Co., Ind., Jan. 1, 1880; died of a heart attack at his home near Middlebury, Ind., Oct. 18, 1952; aged 72 y. 9 m. 17d. He was united in marriage to Loma Yoder on Nov. 12, 1902. To this union were born 2 sons and 3 daughters. One daughter (Esther) preceded him in death. Surviving are his wife, 2 sons (Melvin, Lagrange, Ind.; and Albertas, at the parental home), 2 daughters (Mary-Mrs. Rollin Rhinesmith, Mongo, Ind.; and Evelyn-Mrs. Winford Lewis, Howe, Ind.), one brother (Charles, Spencer, Mich.), and 3 sisters (Mrs. Nora Baum, Richland, Mich.; Dora-Mrs. Albert Balyent, Howe, Ind.; and Josephine-Mrs. William Frey, Goshen, Ind.). He accepted Christ as his Saviour and united with the Middlebury, Mennonite Church in his early married life. He had not been in good health for some time and on numerous occasions had expressed himself as ready to meet the Lord, although his death was unexpected. Funeral services were held at the Middlebury Mennonite Church, Middlebury, Ind., Oct. 21, in charge of Wilbur Yoder and Harold Yoder. Burial was in the Forest Grove Cemetery.

Mullet, Anna, -- She was the daughter of Solomon and Katie (Wengerd) Miller, born in Holmes Co., Ohio, Jan. 7, 1880; passed away at her home in Berlin, Ohio, Sept. 27, 1952; aged 72 y. 8 m. 20 d. She was a member of the Berlin Mennonite Church, Berlin, Ohio. On Dec. 18, 1902, she was united in marriage to Ammon Mullet, who survives. Also surviving are 4 sons (Emanuel, Roy, Melvin, and Ivan, all of Berlin, Ohio), 2 daughters (Mrs. Katie Hershberger, Berlin, Ohio; and Mrs. Eli E. Hershberger, Shreve, Ohio), 2 brothers (John, Marilla, N. Y. and Solomon, Rittman, Ohio), 2 sisters (Mrs. Menno Miller, Hartville, Ohio; and Mrs. Sarah Miller, Greensburg, Ohio), and 20 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, one daughter, 3 brothers, and 2 sisters. Funeral services were held Sept. 30 at the Berlin Mennonite Church in charge of D. D. Miller and Earl E. Miller.

Weaver, Catharine V.-She was born Sept. 5, 1879, in Elkhart Co., Ind., the daughter of Cyrus and Margaret (Holdeman) Flickinger. Her marriage to Menno W. Weaver took place on Oct. 22, 1899. Survivors include 3 sons (Edwin L., London, England; Mahlon A. and Harley C., both of Wakarusa, Ind.), one daughter (Mrs. Inez V. Baum, Wakarusa, Ind.), one brother (Joe, Wakarusa, Ind.), 5 grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren. Her husband and one son (Willis W.) preceded her in death. She was a lifelong member of the Holdeman Mennonite Church and was faithful to the Lord unto the end. She passed quietly from this life to the glories of the next on a beautiful Sunday morning, Sept. 7, 1952; aged 73 y. 2 m. Funeral services were held Sept. 10, at the Olive Mennonite Church, Elkhart, Ind., in charge of Simon Gingerich and Silas Weldy.

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Brenneman, Elma Gladys, -- She was the oldest daughter of Joel and Betty Beck, born in Fulton Co., Ohio, Sept. 20, 1895; passed to her eternal reward at the hospital, Toledo, Ohio, Oct. 20, 1952; aged 57 y. 1 m. On Nov. 24, 1918, she was united in marriage to Emmanuel Brenneman, who passed away four months later. Most of her life was spent with her parents in the vicinity of Archbold, Ohio. Surviving are her father, one sister (Mrs. Franklin Crossgrove, Lansing, Mich.), 2 brothers (Vernon and Elden, both of Lansing, Mich.), and many other relatives and friends. Her husband and mother preceded her in death. In her youth she accepted Christ as her personal Saviour, united with the Mennonite Church, and was a member of the Evangelical Mennonite Church of Archbold at the time of her death. She suffered a stroke which left her paralyzed, about six years ago. Funeral services were held at the Evangelical Mennonite Church on Oct. 23, conducted by H. E. Bertsche and Walter Stuckey. Burial was made in the Pettisville Cemetery.

Hershberger, Edwin, --He was the son of John D. and Magdalena (Miller) Hershberger, born Sept. 12, 1893, near Kalona, Iowa; passed away at the Mercy Hospital, Iowa City, Iowa, Oct. 11, 1952; aged 59 y. 29 d. He died of a double skull fracture 9 hours after being kicked by a horse. In 1910 he accepted Christ as his personal Saviour and united with the Old Order Amish Mennonite Church, of which he was a faithful and devoted member until death. On Oct. 2, 1917, he was united in marriage to Esther Miller. To this union were born 7 children (Paul, Kalona, Iowa; Joseph, Iowa City, Iowa; Magdalena-Mrs. Jonas P. Beachy, and Mark, living at home, both of Kalona, Iowa; John, Uniontown, Ohio; and Rhoda, at home). He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister and one son. In addition to his children and wife, he is also survived by 15 grandchildren, 4 sisters, 2 brothers, and many other relatives and friends. On May 20, 1923, he was ordained in the ministry, and on May 18, 1924, he was ordained to the office of bishop. He labored faithfully and untiringly with love for the brethren and sisters. Funeral services were conducted at the home by Fred Nisley, Levi Shrock, and John D. Yoder, with burial in the East Union Cemetery.

Hertzler, John Eugene, -- He was the son of Levi B. and Katherine (Stoltzfus) Hertzler, born March 8, 1884, near Concord, Tenn.; departed this life Oct. 2, 1952, in Lancaster Osteopathic Hospital, after a brief illness; aged 68 y. 6 m. 25 d. His childhood and early manhood were spent in Tennessee where he was married to Roxie E. Buffalo, Oct. 27, 1920. He lived at Fairview, Mich., from 1911 to 1927, when with his family moved near Elverson, Pa., and later to Pottstown, pa. Surviving are his wife, 2 daughters (Hilda Gene and Norma Hazel-Mrs. Arlyss Henley), 2 sisters (Mae E.-Mrs. T. K. Hershey, Elverson, Pa.; and Ida E.-Mrs. L. J. Powell, Wellman, Iowa), 3 brothers (I. Truman, Melvin L, and Milfred R.), an aunt, nephews, and nieces. In his youth, while working at Sterling, Ill., he accepted Christ as his personal Saviour and was later baptized in the Mennonite Church, Concord, Tenn. He was of a congenial disposition and had many friends. Although he had been ill with rheumatic fever for some months, his passing was unexpected. Funeral services were held in White's Memorial Hall, Parkerford, Pa., by J. Bixler and T. K. Hershey. Interment was made in Pine Swamp Cemetery.

Lambright, Jacob J., -- He was the son of Jacob and Sarah (Yoder) Lambright, born near Topeka, Ind., Dec. 28, 1879, on the same farm where he died, Oct. 12, 1952; aged 72 y. 9 m. 15 d. He was married to Fannie Yoder on Dec. 12, 1899. To this union were born 7 sons and 3 daughters (Jerry, Shipshewana, Ind.; Tobias, Ammon, Edward, Clara-Mrs. Daniel S. Freeman, and Melvin, all of Topeka, Ind.; and Elsie-Mrs. Eli Miller, Middlebury, Ind.). Also surviving are 60 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, 2 brothers (Amos, Topeka, Ind.; and Michael, Shipshewana, Ind.), one sister (Matilda-Mrs. Calvin Troyer, Lagrange, Ind.), and many other relatives and friends. He had always been a very active man up until the last part of August. In his youth he was baptized upon confession of his faith and received into the Old Order Amish Church, later transferring to the Conservative Amish Mennonite Church, and was a member at Town Line at the time of his death. Funeral services were held at the Town Line Church, Shipshewana, Ind., Oct. 12, with Samuel T. Eash in charge, assisted by John J. S. Yoder and Clarence Yoder. Interment was made in the Yoder Cemetery.

Landis, John F., -- The son of Henry K. and Lizzie Landis, he was born in Dauphin Co., Pa., March 17, 1885; passed away Aug. 24, 1952; aged 67 y. 5 m. 7 d. He was a carpenter by trade and a member of the Hess Mennonite Church, Lititz, Pa. His wife and 2 children preceded him in death. He is survived by 3 children (Aaron, Lititz, Pa.; Mary-Mrs. Oliver Witmer, Newtown, Pa.; and Rufus, New Holland, Pa.), 6 grandchildren, one great-grandchild, one brother (Amos, Manheim, Pa.), and 2 sisters (Lizzie Heincke, Manheim, Pa.; and Emma-Mrs. Philip Martin, Lititz, Pa.). Funeral services were held at the Hess Mennonite Church in charge of Amos Horst and Raymond Bucher with interment in the Hernley Cemetery, Manheim, Pa.

Lechlitner, Lucy, -- She was born in Elkhart Co., Ind., Sept. 12, 1889, the daughter of Daniel C. and Emma (Fox) Billman; passed away Nov. 1, 1952; aged 63 y. 1 m. 19 d. On Dec. 19, 1914, she was united in marriage to William W. Lechlitner, who survives her. To this union 3 children were born (Emma Elizabeth, who died in infancy; Mervin, Wakarusa, Ind.; and Esther-Mrs. Richard Sowers, Elkhart, Ind.). She is also survived by 2 sisters (Bessie-Mrs. Ben Wogoman, Goshen, Ind.; and Mary-Mrs. Warren Yoder, Elkhart, Ind.), and 5 grandchildren. In June, 1919, she accepted Christ as her Saviour and was received into the fellowship of the Olive Mennonite Church, Elkhart, Ind., where she remained a faithful member until death. She suffered much from ill health the past two years but bore it with patient cheerfulness. Funeral services were held Nov. 4, at the Olive Mennonite Church, in charge of J.C. Wenger, assisted by Elno Steiner, with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Linder, Martha, --The daughter of the late John and Suzanna (Miller) Conrad, she was born near Canton, Ohio, Sept. 7, 1880; died at the home of her stepdaughter, East Canton, Ohio, Nov. 2, 1952; aged 72 y. 1 m. 25 d. In the year 1896, she accepted Christ as her personal Saviour, was baptized and received into the fellowship of the Beech Mennonite Church, Louisville, Ohio, and continued in this fellowship until her death. On June 16, 1910, she was united in marriage to Christian D. Graber, who preceded her in death in 1934. On Sept. 22, 1945, she was united in marriage to Joseph J. Linder, who preceded her in death in 1950. She was a regular attendant at church services when her health permitted. Her parents, both husbands, 2 stepgrandchildren, 3 brothers, and one sisters preceded her in death. She is survived by 4 stepchildren (Annabel Linder, Louisville, Ohio; Harry and Ralph, both of Canton, Ohio; and Mary Rose-Mrs. Walter Schrock, East Canton, Ohio), 10 stepgrandchildren, one sister (Mrs. Benjamin Aeschliman, Archbold, Ohio), 3 brothers (Joseph, Wauseon, Ohio; Orlando, Wooster, Ohio; and Daniel H., Canton, Ohio), and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Beech Church by O. N. Johns and Ray Bair. Interment was made in the Watstler Cemetery.

Oyer, Bertha, -- The daughter of John B. and Martha (Fosbender) Zimmerman, she was born Oct. 24, 1889, near Foosland, Ill.; passed away Oct. 14, 1952, at the Cole Hospital, Champaign, Ill.; aged 62 y. 11 m. 20 d. She was united in marriage to Joseph Oyer on Nov. 25, 1909. To this union were born 11 children. Surviving are her husband, 8 children (Walter, Elmer, and Leslie, of Fisher, Ill.; Mrs. Ruth Birkey and Mrs. Roby Birkey, of Foosland, Ill.; Mrs. Dora Sutter, Gibson City, Ill.; Dorothy, Birmingham, Ala.; and Merle, at home), 18 grandchildren, 2 sisters (Mrs. Mary Birkey, Paxton, Ill.; and Mrs. Lizzie Heiser, Fisher, Ill.), 3 brothers (William and Ernest, of Gibson City, Ill.; and Charles, Foosland, Ill.), and a host of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by 2 sons, one daughter, her parents, and one sister. Early in life she accepted Christ as her Saviour and united with the Anchor Mennonite Church, to which she remained faithful. She was a kind and faithful wife and mother and through her friendliness won many friends. Funeral services were held at the East Bend Mennonite Church, Fisher, Ill., in charge of Roy Unzicker, assisted by Howard Zehr. Burial was made in the East Bend Mennonite Cemetery.

Ruth, Ellen, -- She was the daughter of Henry B. and Mary (Hendricks) Keeler, born near Kulpsville, Pa., July 24, 1875; passed away at the home of her daughter, Colmar, Pa., Sept. 23, 1952; aged 77 y. 1 m. 30 d. On Jan. 14, 1894, she was united in marriage to Menno D. Moyer, who passed away Jan. 24, 1910. On Nov. 26, 1911, she was united in marriage to Isaiah G. Ruth, who passed away Dec. 28, 1941. Two sons also preceded her in death. She is survived by one daughter (Bertha-Mrs. Horace K. Ruth), 4 stepsons (Marvin D., Hatfield, Pa.; Arthur D., Souderton, Pa.; Howard D., and Willard D., both of Chalfont, Pa.), 4 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, and one half brother (Harrison H. Keeler, Souderton, Pa.). She was a member of the Lexington Mennonite Church, Line Lexington, Pa., where funeral services were held Sept 27, in charge of Claude B. Meyers. Interment was made in the Towamencin Cemetery.

Schmitt, Sarah, --She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Witmer, born Feb. 25, 1877, in Wilmot Township, Ont.; passed away Oct. 28, 1952, at the home of her daughter in Kitchener, Ont., following a brief illness; aged 75 y. 8 m. 3 d. On March 13, 1901, she was united in marriage to Samuel Schmitt, who preceded her in death in 1939. Surviving are 5 sons (Lorne, Haliburton, Ont.; Delton, Baden, Ont.; Harold, New Dundee, Ont.; Edward, St. George, Ont.; and Wilfred, Petersburg, Ont.), 5 daughters (Vinetta--Mrs. Herbert Feick, Strasburg, Ont.; Edith-Mrs. Lester bachert, Waterloo, Ont.; Edna-Mrs. Harold Schiedel, Doon, Ont.; Reta-Mrs. Clifford Knechtel, Manheim, Ont.; and Ethel-Mrs. Also Bauman, Kitchener, Ont.), 2 brothers (Wesley, Hespeler, Ont.; and Edmund, Kitchener, Ont.), 4 sisters (Mrs. Noah Otterbein, Kitchener, Ont.; Mrs. Nancy Spaetzel, Preston, Ont.; Mrs. Emma Spaetzel, New Dundee, Ont.; and Mrs. Enoch Gingerich, Kitchener, Ont.), 41 grandchildren, and 9 great-grandchildren. She was a faithful member of the First Mennonite Church ever since her reception in February, 1946, when she transferred her membership from Latschar, Manheim, Ont. Funeral services were held Oct. 31, at the First Mennonite Church, Kitchener, Ont., in charge of C. F. Derstine and J. H. Hess, with Osiah Horst assisting. Burial was made in the Latschar Cemetery, Manheim, Ont.

Schaffer, Chleo Nettie, -- She was the daughter of William and Miranda Harter, born in Elkhart Co., Ind., April 13, 1904; passed away at Elkhart, Ind., Oct. 16, 1952; aged 48 y. 6 m. 3 d. On Feb. 2, 1923, she was united in marriage to Peter Schaffer. All her life was spent in the vicinity of Elkhart. She was a kind and affectionate mother much concerned for the welfare of her family. She leaves to mourn her departure her husband, father, 3 sons (Robert, Cleo, and Jackie Lee, all of Elkhart, Ind.), one daughter (Delores-Mrs.Nelson Mahaffa, Elkhart, Ind.), 3 sisters (Ella-Mrs. Lon Taylor, and Della, both of Elkhart, Ind.; and Florence-Mrs. Al Henningsmith, South, Bend, Ind.), 2 brothers (George and Ira, Elkhart, Ind.), and 4 grandchildren, besides many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were conducted by C. A. Shank at the Olive Mennonite Church, Elkhart, Ind., with interment in the adjoining cemetery.

Shank, Daniel H., --He was born Dec. 12, 1873, in Franklin Co., Pa., the sons of the late John and Anna (Burckhart) Shank. He died at his home on Oct. 27, 1952, after an illness of one year; aged 78 y. 10 m. 15 d. He was a retired farmer and contractor. He held his membership at Reiff's Mennonite Church, Hagerstown, Md. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Nellie C. Shank, one daughter (Mrs. Albert Diller, Greencastle, Pa.), 7 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, one brother (Clinton, Maugansville, Md.), and a half sister (Mrs. Noah Shank, Greencastle, Pa.). Funeral services were held at Reiff's Mennonite Church in charge of Amos J. Martin and Moses K. Horst, with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Shantz, Paul, -- He was the son of Milton and Mary (Cox) Shantz, born in Cullom, Ill., Nov. 18, 1899; departed this life Sept. 25, 1952; aged 52 y. 10 m. 7 d. In early childhood his parents moved to Elkhart, Ind., and the remainder of his life was spent in that vicinity. In early manhood he accepted Christ as his personal Saviour and united with the Mennonite Church, later transferring his membership to the St. Paul Methodist Church in Elkhart. In 1920, he was united in marriage to Neva Sechrist. He was a kind, loving husband and father and had much concern for the welfare of his family. Long and hard days of work brought him success in the trucking business. He is survived by his wife, 2 daughters (Jean-Mrs. Oscar Mills, and Jeanette-Mrs. Emil Grass), 4 sons (Dewayne, Devon, Darrel, and Dean, all of Elkhart, Ind.), one sister (Ruth-Mrs. Joe Smeltzer), one brother (Luke, Elkhart, Ind.), 9 grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the St. Paul Methodist Church, in charge of B. Brooks Shake and C. A. Shank. Interment was made in Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

Schrock, Janice Kay,-- She was the daughter of Chester and Vivian (Weldy) Schrock, born on March 6, 1944, at Goshen, Ind., and left this life to be with Jesus on Oct. 17, 1952; aged 8 y. 7 m. 11 d. She became ill with polio on Sept. 25, and the next day she was taken to the Northern Indiana Children's Hospital, where she was a patient until her death. Janice was a third-grade pupil at the Chamberlain School and she with her parents attended Pleasant View Mennonite Church. In addition to her parents she is survived by a sister (Carolyn Faye), 3 grandparents, one great-grandfather, and a number of other relatives and friends. She won many friends with her cherry smile and loving disposition. Funeral services were held Oct. 20, at the Pleasant View Church, Goshen, Ind., in charge of Lester Mann and Ira Johns, with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Sommers, Sarah, -- She was the daughter of Christian and Katie Freyenberger, born near Pettisville, Ohio, April 9, 1876; died at the home of her son Raymond, Wauseon, Ohio, Oct. 9, 1952; aged 76 y. 6 m. On Oct. 26, 1903, she was married to John Sommers, who preceded her in death in 1917. This union was blessed with two sons, who survive (Raymond C., Wauseon, Ohio; and Clarence J., Toledo, Ohio). Also surviving are 5 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, 4 sisters (Mrs. Sam Stuckey and Lucy, Archbold, Ohio; Mrs. Levi Beck and Mrs. Charles Schmucker, Pettisville, Ohio), and many other relatives and friends. For more than 30 years she was an invalid and for the last eight years was confined to her bed. In her youth she became a Christian, united with the Mennonite Church, and remained faithful to the end. She gave encouragement and strengthening of faith and hope to many who visited her. Funeral services were held Oct. 12, at the West Clinton Mennonite Church, Pettisville, Ohio, in charge of E. B. Frey. Burial was made in Eckley Cemetery.

Sowers, Stillborn son of Richard and Esther Sowers, Wakarusa, Ind., was born Sept. 25, 1952. He is survived by his parents, one brother, 2 sisters, and his grandparents. Graveside services were held at the Olive Cemetery, Elkhart, Ind., in charge of C. A. Shank.

Torkelson, Karan--- She was the daughter of Norman and Edna Torkelson born Oct. 16, 1951; passed away Oct. 5, 1952; aged 11 m. 19 d. She was preceded in death by her sister (Viola) nearly two years. Previous. With her cheerful disposition Karan became endeared in all who knew her. She was always a healthy baby causing very little trouble. Funeral services were held at the Duchess Mennonite Church, Duchess, Alta., with C. J. Ramer in charge. Interment was made in the Duchess Cemetery.

Wenger, Elizabeth, -- She was the daughter of Joseph and Fannie (Beller) Good, born near Hopedale, Ill., Sept. 25, 1882; passed away Oct. 12, 1952, at the Mercy Hospital in Iowa City, Iowa; aged 70 y. 17 d. In her youth she accepted Christ as her Saviour and united with the Mennonite Church. At the time of her death she held membership in the Bethel Mennonite Church, Wayland, Iowa. She was a loyal member as well as a regular attendant at all services until entering the hospital on Sept. 10. In 1903, she moved with her parents and family to Wayland, Iowa. March 1, 1906, she was married to Ed Wenger. This union was blessed with five children, four of whom survive (Minnie-Mrs. Elmer Roth, Frances-Mrs. Mahlon Wyse, Margaret-Mrs. Glen Richard, and Clarence, all of Wayland, Iowa, vicinity). Also surviving are her husband, 3 brothers (Jacob and Joseph, Wayland, Iowa; and Amos, Davenport, Iowa), 2 sisters (Barbara-Mrs. M. E. Heiser, Dewey, Ill.; and Anna-Mrs. Albert Heiser, Rantoul, Ill.), and 16 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one brother (Daniel), one son (Elmer Joseph), and one infant grandson. Her helping hand of charity and good will was always busy and because of this kindly nature an everlasting and treasured memory of a sweet and uplifting life well spent will always live on in the hearts and lives of those she touched. The funeral was held at the Bethel Church on Oct. 15, conducted by the home ministers. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery. This was the first funeral held at the Bethel Church.

Wyse, Jefferson C., -- He was the son of Christian J. and Magdalene (Stutzman) Wyse, born near Archbold, Ohio, Sept. 10, 1886. On Oct. 2, 1952, he very peacefully said " I am going," and fell asleep in Jesus at his home in Stryker, Ohio; aged 66 y. 22 d. On Nov. 27, 1906, he was united in marriage to Emma Short, who passed away in 1948. He is survived by 6 children (Harold J., Clela-Mrs. Wilbur Detter, Berneda-Mrs. Delmar Beck, Donald J., and Jefferson, Jr., Archbold, Ohio; and Mae-Mrs. Raymond Richer, Wauseon, Ohio), 18 grandchildren, 2 brothers (Will, Detroit, Mich.; and Dan, Archbold, Ohio), 4 sisters (Mrs. Dan Rupp, Wauseon, Ohio; Mrs. L. B. Frey, Pettisville, Ohio; Mrs. Ezra Short, and Mrs. Lewis Britisch of Archbold, Ohio), and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, one daughter (Nola Me), 2 brothers and 2 sisters. He accepted Christ as his personal Saviour in his youth and united with the Mennonite Church, remaining faithful until death. He had a concern for his family and spiritual things. Funeral services were held at the Lockport Church on Oct. 5, in charge of Simon Stuckey, D. W. Graber, and Walter Stuckey, with burial in the Lockport Cemetery.

Yoder, Pearl, --She was the daughter of Isaiah and Sarah (Wyse) Zaerr, born Feb. 1, 1893, near Archbold, Ohio, and peacefully slipped away to be with Jesus, Oct. 29, 1952, at the Detwiler Memorial Hospital, Wauseon, Ohio; aged 59 y. 8 m. 27 d. On Jan. 8, 1918, she exchanged marriage vows with Roy E. Yoder. They enjoyed life together for a little over 34 years. Four children came to bless their home. Two sons (Orland and Kenneth) preceded her in death. She is survived by her husband, 2 daughters (Mary Jane and Rutheda-Mrs. Robert Short), 2 grandsons, one brother (Raymond), and 3 sisters (Jessie-Mrs. Raymond Yoder, Mary-Mrs. Allison Ledyard, and Frieda-Mrs. Oscar Yoder). In her youth she accepted Christ as her Saviour and unite with the Central Mennonite Church of which she was a faithful member. She was a kind, loving, and considerated mother and wife. Funeral services were in charge of P.L. Frey and Henry Wyse, with burial in Pettisville Cemetery.

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Bowman, Doris Jane, -- She was the daughter of Henry S. and Ruth (Stoltzfus) Bowman, born near Lancaster, Pa., Sept. 18, 1952; passed away at the Lancaster General Hospital, Sept. 29, 1952; aged 11 d. She is survived by her parents, 2 sisters (Violet and Linda), 2 brothers (John David and Henry Jr.), 3 grandparents, and 2 great-grandmothers. Funeral services were held at the Overly Funeral Home at Monterey, Pa., in charge of Alvin G. Martin. Interment was made in the Weaverland Cemetery.

Brandenberry, Della May, -- She was a daughter of the late George and Polly (Eash) Mishler, born Dec. 16, 1880, at Shipshewana, Ind.; passed away at the Lagrange County Hospital, Nov. 2, 1952; aged 71 y. 10 m. 14 d. She united with the Shore Mennonite Church at the age of 14 years and remained faithful until death. She was a faithful and loving wife and mother. She leaves her husband, 2 daughters (Gertrude-Mrs. Glen Prough, Kouts, Ind.; and Viola-Mrs. Truman Sherk, Middlbury, Ind.), 4 sons (Roy, Coruma, Ind.; George L., Shipshewana, Ind.; Floyd, Wakarusa, Ind.; and John R., Middlebury, Ind.), 2 brothers, (Levi, Shipshewana, Ind.; and Joseph, Elkhart, Ind.), one foster sister (Ola-Mrs. Ora E. Yoder), 17 grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Shore Mennonite Church, Shipshewana, Ind., by Lee Miller and Percy J. Miller.

Brenneman, John, -- On March 11, 1879, he was born in Perth Co., Ont.; passed away at his home in New Hamburg, Ont., Oct. 1951. He was united in marriage on Jan. 15, 1907 to Catherine Zehr, who survives. Also surviving are one brother (Daniel, Kitchener, Ont.), and 2 sisters (Mrs. Peter Schwartzentruber, Petersburg, Ont.; and Mrs. Menno Wagler, Baden, Ont.). Four brothers and 5 sisters preceded him in death. He was a member of the East Zorra Amish Mennonite Church. He was in usual good health but suffered a heart attack and passed away during the night. Funeral services were held at the East Zorra Amish Mennonite Church, Tavistock, Ont., in charge of Henry Yantzi and Peter Nafziger. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Bridge, James R., -- He was the son of the late Jessie R., and Betty (Treavey) Bridge, born March 1, 1868, near Shrendo, Va.; passed away at the home of his son, Caskie, Waynesboro, Va., Oct. 15, 1952; aged 84 y. 7 m. 14 d. In 1900 he united with the Mennonite Church and was a faithful member until death. In the same year, after he had joined the Mennonite Church, he helped to build the Mountain View Church, Lyndhurst, Va., and placed his membership there. He was the oldest member of this congregation. On May 20, 1900, he was united in marriage to Ida Bell, who preceded him in death in 1950. They lived near the Mountain View Church until 1927 when they moved to Waynesboro, Va. Surviving are 2 sons (Caskie B. and Howard A., both of Waynesboro, Va.), 2 brothers (Junie and Edward, both of Lyndhurst, Va.), 2 sisters (Mrs. Osie Henderson, Lydhurst, Va.; and Mrs. Elizabeth Broughman, Roanoke, Va.), 8 grandchildren, and a large number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Oct 17 at the Mountain View Mennonite Church, in charge of Joseph Driver, John Hendericks, and Silas W. Brydge. The body laid to rest in the Springdale Mennonite Church Cemetery.

Hostetler, Emma Catharine, -- She was born Nov. 29, 1889, in Conemaugh Twp., Somerset Co., Pa., the daughter of Noah and Catharine (Kaufman) Kaufman. She was married Nov. 15, 1914, to Noah Hostetler. Surviving are her husband, 4 children (Erma, at home; Paul and Charles, Hollsopple, Pa.; and Cora-Mrs. Freeman J. Thomas, Johnstown, Pa.), 3 brothers (Ammon, Davidsville, Pa.; Norman, Johnstown, Pa.; and Harrison Belleville, Pa.), one half sisters (Elda-Mrs. Ammon S. Yoder. Hollsople, Pa.), 4 grandchildren, 6 stepgrandchildren, and 2 great-stepgrandchildren. Three infant sons preceded her in death. She was baptized into the Mennonite faith in 1906 and remained faithful to the end. She was much concerned about her family and church, having taught a Sunday-School class for a number of years, and was an ardent supported of sewing circle work. She suffered for a number of years with anemia but was bedfast only about 24 hours until she passed quietly from this life to the glories of the next on Sunday morning, Nov. 2, 1952, at her home near Jerome, Pa.; aged 62 y. 11 m. 3 d. Funeral services were conducted at the Blough Mennonite Church, Hollsopple, Pa., Nov. 5, in charge of Harry C. Blough and John A. Lehman, with burial in the church cemetery.

Kauffman, Lawrence Willard, -- He was the son of Noah and Katie Kauffman, born near Archbold, Ohio, March 24, 1917; passed away at the Mayo Brothers Hospital, Rochester, Minn., Nov. 1, 1952; aged 35 y. 7 m. 8 d. He had not been well for about 10 years but had only recently been moved to the hospital. On Jan.1, 1939, he was united in marriage to Mary Nafziger. This union was blessed with 2 daughters (Carol Jean and Elaine Kay). Also surviving are his father, stepmother, 5 brothers and many friends and relatives. His mother, one brother, and 4 sisters preceded him in death. In his youth he accepted Christ as his personal Saviour and united with the Central Mennonite Church, of which he was a faithful and devout member until death. He was loved by all who knew him and will be greatly missed in his home, church, and community. Funeral services were held at the Central Mennonite Church, Archbold, Ohio, in charge of P. L Frey, Henry Wyse and Walter Stuckey. Burial was made in Pettisville Cemetery.

Martin, Susie B., -- She was the daughter of the late Deacon Daniel Horst and Elizabeth (Burkhart), born in Washington Co., Md., Sept. 22, 1884; went to her rest at Maugansville, Md., as the result of a heart attack, Oct. 17, 1952; aged 68 y. 25 d. In her youth she accepted Christ as her personal Saviour and united with the Reiff Mennonite Church, of which she remained a faithful member until her going home. The love and concern she showed as a mother and companion to her family gave evidence of her sterling Christian character. On Nov. 23, 1909, she was united in marriage to Abram H. Martin, who survives. Also surviving are 7 sons (Norman H., Marion, Pa.; Clyde and Raymond, Hagerstown, Md.; Roy, Greencastle, Pa.; John, Wilmington, Del.; Russell, Maugansville, Md.; and Lloyd, Chambersburg, Pa.), 2 daughters (Mabel-Mrs. Irvin Horst, Hagerstown, Md.; and Edna-Mrs. Harvey Kuhns, Greencastle, Pa.), 3 brothers (Harvey, Daniel, and Roy, Maugansville, Md.), one sister (Nannie-Mrs. Clarence Horst, Maugansville, Md.), and 36 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother and one granddaughter. Funeral services were held Oct. 21 at the Reiff Mennonite Church, Hagerstown, Md., by Moses K. Horst and Harvey E. Shank. She was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery.

Meyer, Menno, -- He passed away suddenly in Kitchener, Ont., Oct. 29, 1952, at the age of 78 y. 7 m. 4 d. He was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Meyer and was born in Hay Township on March 25, 1874. He was a lifetime member of the Amish Mennonite Church. On March 1 , 1898, he was united in marriage to Barbara Leise, who preceded him in death in 1950. After their marriage they resided in Baden, Ont., for fifty years. He leaves to mourn his loss, one son (Clayton L.), one daughter (Priscilla-Mrs. Carl Rodewohlt, Kitchener, Ont.), 3 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, 2 brothers (Jacob and John, Kitchener, Ont.), and 2 sisters (Mrs. Magdelena Schwartzentrubert, Kitchener, Ont.; and Mrs. David Gingerich, Zurich, Ont.). Funeral services were in charge of Moses O. Jantzi, C. F. Derstine, and Elmer Schwartzendruber, at the Steinman Church, with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Nyce, Raymond S., -- He was the son of Wilson M. and Ellen (Swarley ) Nyce, born near Elroy, Pa., May 28, 1897; passed away from a heart attack at Grandview Hospital, Sellersville, Pa., Oct. 28, 1952; aged 55 y. 5 m. On June 8, 1919, he was united in marriage to Mary Ziegler. He accepted Christ in his youth and was a member of the Souderton, Pa., Mennonite Church, active in Sunday-school and group singing. Surviving are his parents, wife, one sister (Mrs. Raymond Swartley, Doylestown, Pa.), and 2 brothers (Harry, Philadelphia, Pa.; and Wilson, Doylestown, Pa.). One sister (Anna) preceded him in death. Funeral services were held at the Souderton Mennonite Church, Nov. 1, in charge of Jacob M. Moyer, Elmer Moyer and Russel Musselman, with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Peck, Betty Kate, --She was the oldest daughter of Joe R. and Ella (Scoggin) Lee, born Feb. 25, 1919, in New Orleans, La.; and was called to her heavenly home on April 3, 1952, while in the Ochsner Foundation Hospital, New Orleans. She is survived by her parents, her husband (James C. Peck, pastor of the Central Gardens Baptist Church, Beaumont, Texas), a daughter (Katherine Elizabeth), one sister (Rebecca-Mrs. Maurice Riley), one brother (Riley), and one grandmother (Mrs. Kate Neuhauser Lee). Funeral services were held in the First Baptist Church of Slidell, La., the church in which she was baptized and married.

Yoder, Samuel P., -- He was the son of the late Crist and Elizabeth Yoder, born in Mifflin Co., Pa., Aug. 11, 1895; died suddenly of a heart attack while a work in Lancaster Co., Pa., Oct. 15, 1952; aged 57 y. 2 m. 4 d. On Jan. 31, 1918, he was married to Arie Peachy, who survives with 4 children (Crist S., Cochranville, Pa.; Linda-Mrs. Amos L. Zook, and Mary-Mrs. Benjamin F., Lapp, Jr., both of Bird-in ­Hand, Pa.; Paul I., Kirkwood, Pa.; and Elise-Mrs. Sylvan Smoker, Christiana, Pa.). He is also survived by 21 grandchildren, 3 sisters, and one brother. He was a faithful member of the Weavertown Amish Mennonite Church, Bird-in-Hand, Pa., Oct. 18, in charge of Elam Kauffman, Abner Stoltzfus, and John A. Stoltzfus, with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Transcribed by Marcia Bickel, Kansas.