Ash, -- Jonas, born near Bittinger, Md., Aug. 6, 1875; passed away at the Meyersdale Community Hospital, July 15, 1953; aged 77 y. 11 m. 9 d. He is survived by his widow, Alice Yoder Ash, and 4 children (Lura;Mrs. Cleman Folk, Clyde, Rosella;Mrs. Earl Baker, and Lovetta;Mrs. Walter Killius, all of Springs, Pa.). One child preceded him in death. As a young man he united with the Springs Mennonite Church and remained a member until death. Funeral services were held at the Springs Church, in charge of Roy Otto and Resley Tressler, with interment in the Springs Cemetery.

Gahman, --Emma, daughter of Pierson and Anna (Swartz) Strouse, was born in Pumstead Twp., Pa., Oct. 15, 1878; passed away April 9, 1953; aged 74 y. 5 m. 25 d. Her illness began in July, 1952, after a fall at her home in which she broke her hip. She was married to Abram G. Gahman on Dec. 7, 1899. To this union were born 6 sons (Samuel, Plumstead, Pa.; Person, Quakertown, Pa.; Abram, Pipersville, Pa.; Norman, Ottsville, Pa.), and one daughter (Mabel;Mrs. Monroe Hunsberger, Ottsville, Pa.). Also surviving are 35 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, and 2 sisters (Hannah Strouse, Souderton, Pa.; and Mrs. Mary Sames, Doylestown, Pa.). She was a member of the Deep Run Mennonite Church and remained true till the Lord called her home. She will be sadly missed by her many friends. Funeral services were held at the Deep Run, Pa., Mennonite Church, April 14, in charge of Abram Yothers and Erwin Nace. The body was laid to rest in the cemetery by the church.

Hershberger, --Mary Jane, daughter of the late Levi and Nancy (Kaufman) Hershberger, was born in Somerset Co., Pa., Dec 7, 1873; died in Memorial Hospital, Sept. 3, 1953, as a result of injuries received in an automobile accident on June 28; aged 79 y. 8 m. 27 d. She was preceded in death by her parents, and 2 sisters, and is survived by a number of relatives and friends. She united with the Blough Mennonite Church and was baptized by L. A. Blough in 1897, remaining a faithful member until death. When she had opportunity and health permitted she was a faithful attendant at services at the Blough and Thomas churches. Funeral services were conducted at the Blough Church, in charge of Harry C. Blougyh, assisted by John A. Lenman and Aldus Wingard. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Hostetler, --- Harvey, son of Moses and Barbara (Burkholder) Hostetler, was born near Middlebury, Ind., May 3, 1875; passed away at his home in Middlebury, Aug. 20, 1953; aged 78y. 3 m. 17 d. In 1898 he was united in marriage to Clara Miller and to this union were born Clarence, who with his mother preceded him in death, and Edith. In 1916*, he was married to Barbara Petersheim, who preceded him in death in 1941. In 1942, he was married to Kathryn Noel, who survives. Also surviving are one daughter (Edith;Mrs. Carl Holderness, Davenport, Iowa), 3 grandchildren, one great-grandchild, 4 sisters (Mrs. Rebecca Hostetler and Mrs. Ida Scott, Middlebury, Ind.; Mrs. Savilla Stauffer, Elkhart, Ind.; and Mrs. Amanda Cripe, Goshen, Ind.), and 2 brothers (Frank, Peoria, Ill.; and Ira, South Bend, Ind.). He moved to Fairview, Mich., when a young man and for a number of years made that his home, later moving to Aurora, Ohio. In 1927 he came back to Middlebury and spent the remainder of his days in that community. When a young man he united with the Mennonite Church and remained a faithful member to the end. Funeral services were held at the Middlebury Mennonite Church, in charge of Harold Yoder and Wilbur Yoder. Burial was made in the Grace Lawn Cemetery.
*Correction - Clara Miller Hostetler died Nov. 7 1916 - see GH Dec. 7, 1916 - Other sources have 1918 for his second marriage. tlm MennObit project coordinator.

Miller, -- Edna Mae, daughter of Andrew J. and Esther Hattie (Bleam) Kime, was born in Clarksville, Mich., March 24, 1889; departed this life on May 6, 1953; aged 64 y. 1m. 13 d. At the age of 4 her mother died and she made her home with her foster parents, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Stahl. On Dec. 23, 1909, she was united in marriage to Elmer Miller, who survives. Also surviving is one son (Austin), 2 grandchildren, a foster daughter (Tressa Walthuis) who made her home with them 14 years, one brother (Jessie), 2 half brothers (Glenn Kime and Clair Kime, Alma, Mich.), a stepmother (Mrs. Lottie Kime, Alma, Mich.), and a number of other relatives and friends. In 1919 she united with the Bowne Mennonite Church. Funeral services were held at the Bowne Church in charge of T. E. Schrock, Daniel Zook, and Claude Studt, with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Moyer, --- Anthony C., was born near Wakarusa, Ind., Nov. 9, 1880; passed away while resting at his home in Elkhart, Ind., July 25, 1953; aged 72 y. 8m. 16 d. He was married on June 14, 1908, to Elsie C. Runkle, who survives. Also surviving are 2 children (Mrs. Kathryn Longfield and John, Elkhart, Ind.), one granddaughter, 3 sisters and one brothers, all of Elkhart, Ind. He was a member of the Prairie Street Mennonite Church, where funeral services were conducted by J. B. Shenk and J. D. Graber, with burial in the Prairie Street Cemetery.

Trainum, -- Jane Ellen, daughter of the late Harrison and ____ Donovan, was born April 25, 1881, at Greer, Va.; died Sept. 12, 1953, at Richmond, Va.; aged 72 y. 4 m. 17 d. She is survived by her husband, Melvin Trainum, 4 daughters (Mrs. W. E. Layne, Mrs. W. E. Rodgers, Richmond, Va.; Mrs. C. L. Turner, Mineral, Va.; and Mrs. John Jeramchuck, Wilmington, Del.), and 5 brothers. She was baptized and became a member of the Mennonite Church in the fall of 1948, remaining faithful until death. Funeral services were held at the Trevillians Brethren Church in charge of J.E. Kurtz with interment in the adjoining cemetery.

Weaver, --- Mary, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jeremiah Stahl, was born in Somerset Co., Pa., Aug. 28, 1857; died at the home of her daughter Ida in Freeport, Mich., June 10, 1953; aged 95 y. 9 m. 13 d. On Sept. 21, 1874, she was united in marriage to Dan Weaver, who preceded her in death in 1946. She was also preceded in death by 3 children (Ella, John, and Louisa Erb). Surviving are 4 daughters (Mrs. Fannie Draper, Grand Rapids, Mich.; Mrs. Leon Howk and Mrs. Effie Parker, Freeport, Mich.; and Mrs. Eugene Krause, Alto, Mich.), 8 grandchildren, 22 great-granchildren, several great-great grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends. In their youth she and her husband united with the Mennonite Church in Pennsylvania and some time later moved to Michigan where they became members of the Bowne Mennonite Church, where they lived the remainder of their lives. She spent the last few years in bed but a long and busy life has closed and will be missed. Funeral services were held at the Bowne Church, in charge of T. E. Schrock and Daniel Zoo, with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Yoder, --- Jacob W., son of the late Jonathan and Lydia (Custer) Yoder, passed away in his sleep Sept. 6, 1953; aged 78 y. 2 m. 26 d. He was born in Somerset Co., Pa., June 10, 1875. Surviving are 4 sisters (Anna Roger, Johnstown, Pa.; Polly;Mrs. Josiah Weaver, Davidsville, Pa.; Cassie;Mrs. David Shetler; and Lydia;Mrs. William Saylor), 2 brothers (Harry J. and Ammon S.), and a number of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, 3 brothers (Joseph, Herman, and John), and 2 sisters (Mary Amanda and Carrie). He was baptized and received into the Blough Mennonite Church on March 10, 1912. Funeral services were conducted by Harry C. Blough assisted by John A. Lehman. Interment was in the adjoining cemetery.

Yoder, -- Valarian Ray, eldest son of Willis and Florence Yoder, was born June 6, 1933, at Carstairs, Alta.; passed away in the Athabasca Hospital with bulbar polio, Sept. 6, 1953; aged 20 y. 3 m. In 1946 he moved with his parents from Carstairs, Alta., to Smith, where he resided until his death. He is survived by his parents, one sister (Joyce) and one brother (Edward), both at home, his grandmother (Mrs. C. D. Yoder, Windom,. Kans.) and many relatives and friends. At the age of 15 he became a Christian and was baptized and became a member of the Bethany Mennonite Church, Smith, Alta. He was a conscientious Christian and made the Bible his constant companion. He carried Gospels of John in his pocket and would hand them out at every opportunity. Each pallbearer was presented with one of these Gospels on the day of his funeral. Due to a quarantine the funeral was restricted to an outdoor service. The graveside service was in charge of C. J. Ramer, with interment in the Smoky Creek Cemetery.

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Brackbill, --- Elizabeth Ann, died Sept. 20, 1958, at the Mennonite Samaritan Home near New Holland, Pa., after only a few weeks of serious illness; aged 87 y. 9 m. 8 d. She was born Dec. 12, 1865, in Lancaster County, a daughter of Charles and Christiana (Kauffman) Bender. On Dec. 12, 1889, she was married to Aldus Brackbill, who preceded her in death by 12 years. In 1939 they celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary. During the years of her married life she lived, for a number of years, in Lancaster County, then in Michigan where her husband served as pastor of the Bowne Mennonite Church; since 1936, her home has been at the home of her son and wife, Mr. and Mrs. M. T. Brackbill, Harrisonburg, Va. She was a member of the Mennonite Church. She will be remembered for her friendliness to those who visited in her home; she was ìMother Brackbillî to many who learned to know her in her aging years. She is survived by one brother (Jonas, Lancaster Co., Pa.), and a son (Maurice T., E.M.C., Harrisonburg, Va.). Funeral services were held at the Weaver Mennonite Church by S. H. Rhodes and J. L Stauffer, with interment in the cemetery near by.

Freyenberger, ---Menno S., son of Joseph and Mary (Schlatter) Freyenberger, was born May 2, 1877, near Wayland, Iowa. The mourning of Sept. 5, he suffered a stroke and on the following Tuesday it became necessary to take him to the hospital. The morning of Sept. 23 he departed this life at the age of 76 y. 4 m. 21 d. Early in life he accepted Christ as his Saviour, uniting with the Sugar Creek Mennonite Church where he remained a faithful member until death. On Jan. 22, 1902, he was married to Mary Oswald. They moved to a farm in the Wayland community, where he was residing at the time of his death. He always had a deep interest in his home, church, children, and in the community. He leaves to mourn his passing his wife, 5 children (Mrs. Gay Cunningham, Colorado Springs, Colo.; Mrs. Ivan Wyse, Mrs. Lloyd Roth, Ezra, and Edwin of Wayland), 18 grandchildren, one great-grandchild, 2 brothers (Cris and Sam), 2 sisters (Mrs. Sarah Swartzendruber and Mrs. Katie Wyse), and many other relatives and friends. His parents, 4 brothers, and 2 sisters preceded him in death. The funeral was held at the Sugar Creek Church, conducted by the home ministers, with interment in the church cemetery.

Miller, -- Agnes Marie, was born to Moses G. and Helen P. (Schloeppe) Miller, June 27, 1920, near Richville, Ohio; departed this life suddenly and unexpectedly, Sept. 13, 1953; aged 33 y. 2 m. 16 d. She was attending evening services at the Orrville Mennonite Church when she became ill. She was taken to the Dunlap Hospital by her parents, where she was pronounced dead upon arrival, death being caused by a cerebral hemorrhage. She accepted Christ as her personal Saviour in her youth and united with the Walnut Creek Mennonite Church. In August, 1948, she moved with her parents to Orrville and transferred her membership to the Orrville Church, of which she remained a faithful member. Surviving are her parents, 4 sisters (Imogene;Mrs. Donald Cyphers, Xenia, Ohio; Erma Lou;Mrs. Norman Sommer, Apple Creek, Ohio; Mary Louise;Mrs. Ellis Zuercher, Orrville, Ohio; and Alice Lucile, at home), and a host of relatives and friends. Memorial services were held at the Orrville Church Harold Bauman and I. W. Royer in charge. Interment was made in the Crown Hill Cemetery, of Orrville, Ohio.

Miller, ---Edwin L., son of Levi D. and Susanna (Mast) Miller, was born in Holmes County, Ohio, Oct. 11, 1885; passed away at the Pomerene Memorial Hospital, Millersburg, Ohio, July 31, 1953, after an extended illness which became serious about the first of July; aged 67 y. 9 m. 20 d. He became a member of the Martins Creek Mennonite Church in his youth and was a member at his death. He was married to Jennie Hersberger, on Sept. 6, 1908. Surviving are his wife, a daughter Ruth Ireland, Wilmington, Calif.; 4 brothers (Martin, Picayune, Miss.; Fred, William, and Levi of Millersburg, Ohio), and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were conducted by S. W. Sommer, Warren Miller, and Roman Stutzman.

Schultz, -- Vernon Albert, eldest son of Albert and Carolyn (Ratzlaff) Schultz, was born in Coy, Okla., May 27, 1920; passed away with Brightís disease at the Lebanon, Oreg., Hospital, Sept. 14, 1953; aged 33 y. 3 m. 18 d. He finished his schoolwork at Protection, Kans., and in 1941 entered CPS, serving faithfully wherever duty called him. In 1946 he went to Sweet Home, Oreg., where he was engaged in the logging industry until July 28, 1953. On Feb.22, 1948, he was united in matrimony to Faye Emmert, who survives. Also surviving are 3 children (Gregory Dean, Karen Beth, and Rodney Leigh), his parents of Protection, Kans., 2 sisters (Mrs. Marie Selzer, Protection, Kans.; and Mrs. Elsie Knabe, Lebanon, Oreg.), 3 brothers (Eldon, Coldwater, Kans.; John, Protection, Kans.; and Wilmer, at home), and a number of other relatives and friends. At the age of 13 he united with the Mennonite Church at Protection, later transferring to the Sweet Home Mennonite Church where he remained faithful till death. He was loyal to his Lord and took delight in the reading of the Word. Funeral services were held in the Sweet Home, Oreg., Mennonite Church, by Allen Erb, N. A. Lind, and Archie Kauffman, with burial in the church cemetery.

Yoder, -- Ada, daughter of Isaac M. and Nancy (Hartzler) Yoder, was born in Bates Co., Mo., Nov. 22, 1872; passed away in Millersburg, Ohio, Sept.24, 1953; aged 80 y. 19 m. 2 d. In her youth she accepted Christ as her Saviour and united with the Mennonite Church, in which faith she died. On April 10, 1895, she was united in marriage with B. F. Yoder with whom she lived for over 58 years. Left to mourn her departure are her sorrowing husband, 3 daughters (Mrs. F. C. Schnell, Wooster, Ohio; Mrs. M. D. Mast and Mrs. Carl Boyd, Millersburg, Ohio), 5 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, 2 brothers (Ira T., Mantua, Ohio; and John R., Middlefield, Ohio), and many other relatives and friends. This, the first funeral in the new Berlin Church, was conducted by D. D. Miller and S. W. Sommer.

Yoder, -- Emma Fern, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel D. Helmuth, was born in Garden City, Mo., June 30, 1901; passed away Aug. 31, 1953, after an illness of many years; aged 52 y. 2 m. 1 d. She was married to Omer Martin Yoder on Jan. 11, 1920. In early life she united with the Bethel Mennonite Church and in later years she and her husband united with the Garden City Methodist Church. She was a faithful member and always attended the services of her church as long as her health permitted. One of her greatest joys was in doing good for others. She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, a sister (Beulah), and 2 brothers (Earl and Roy). Surviving are 5 sisters (Olena;Mrs. C. S. Oesch, Sycamore, Kans.; LeErma;Mrs. H. V. Campbell, Mission, Kans.; Carrie;Mrs. N. E. Yoder, Letha;Mrs. John V. Miller, and Gladys Lucille, all of Garden City, Mo.), and one brother (Samuel L., Oak Grove, Mo.). Funeral services were held at the Garden City Methodist Church by Walter Davenport, with burial in the Clearfork Cemetery.

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Baer, -- Luanna, passed away at her home in Kitchener, Ont., Sept. 20, 1953; aged 73 y. 11 m. 5 d. She was the daughter of the late Isaac and Sarah Shantz and was born at Shantz Station, Ont., Oct. 15, 1879. She was united in marriage to Simon Baer in 1902. She is survived by her husband, 3 sons (Arthur and Raymond, Kitchener, Ont.; and Manasseh, Orillia, Ont.), 4 daughters (Verna;Mrs. Omar Rudy, West Montrose, Ont.; Lillian;Mrs. Ronald Snider, Waterloo, Ont.; Florence;Mrs. Vernice Smith, Miller, S. Dak., and Grace;Mrs. Mervin Weber, Kitchener, Ont.), 2 sisters (Mrs. Mary Rudy and Edith, Kitchener, Ont.), 18 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one daughter (Edith), and 2 sons in infancy. Whenever her health permitted she was active in the Ladiesí Aid and faithful in church attendance. Funeral services took place at the First Mennonite Church with C. F. Derstine and J. H. Hess in charge. Interment was made in the Kitchener Cemetery.

Brenneman, -- Elizabeth, daughter of Andrew and Jane (Sawmiller) Stemen, was born Oct. 6, 1861, near Elida, Ohio; departed this life April 6, 1953; aged 91 y. 6 m. On Feb. 8, 1883, she was united in marriage with Samuel S. Brenneman, who passed away several years ago. Two sons (Ira and Herschel) born to this union survive, also 11 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends. She was the last member of a family of 12 children. Funeral services were held at the Methodist Morris Chapel in charge of Lewis Nichols. She was a member of the Methodist church for many years. Burial was in the Walnut Grove Cemetery.

Currie, -- Alma Irma (Kyle), was born near Independence, Mo.; passed away Sept. 4, 1953; aged 72 y. 1 m. 22 d. On April 13, 1905, she was united in marriage to H. O. Currie. Surviving are 4 sons (Delno, Yellowknife, Alta.; Howard, Camrose, Alta.; Hugh, at home; and Harold, Vancouver, B. C.), her husband, 10 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, one brother, and a large number of friends. One daughter (Ruby) and one son preceded her in death. She was a member of the Methodist Church and greatly appreciated the spiritual fellowship of her friends and neighbors. Funeral services were in charge of J. B. Stauffer at the Salem Mennonite Church, Tofield, Alta., with interment in the cemetery near by.

Davis, -- Jeanne Francine, stillborn baby of Bro. and Sister Virgil Davis, was born Sept. 21, 1953. Funeral services were in charge of Ezra Shenk of the Daytonville Church, Wellman, Iowa.

Frey, -- Catherine, daughter of Jacob and Mary (Yoder) Shrock, was born in Holmes Co., Ohio, Oct. 17, 1862; died at her home in Kokomo, Ind., Sept. 21, 1953; aged 90 y. 11 m. 4 d. On Aug. 26, 1883, she was married to Benjamin Frey, who preceded her in death in 1945. In 1943 they celebrated their sixtieth wedding anniversary. Surviving are 8 children, 19 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, one sister, and 3 brothers. She was the oldest member of the Howard-Miami congregation. Funeral services were held at the church in charge of E. J. Hochstedler and A. G. Horner, with interment in the Mast Cemetery.

Hoover, -- Joseph B., son of Samuel L. and Fannie (Barkey) Hoover, was born on June 16, 1873, at Ringwood, Ont.; died suddenly as a result of an automobile accident, Sept. 19, 1953; aged 80 y. 3 m. 3 d. On Feb. 6, 1900, he was united in marriage with Elizabeth Smith, who died in 1921. To this union were born Alvin, who died in 1918, Elsie and Sarah;Mrs. Thomas D. Grove. Also surviving is a foster daughter (Clara;Mrs. Alvin Byer, Forwich, Ont.). One Oct. 3, 1923, he was married to Ida Ressor, who survives. The family of deceased is Elsie Ann Wideman (deceased); Ralph; Lydia Miller, Mazeppa, Alta.; Esther Wideman; Fannie McDowell; and Samuel, who died in 1899. Bro. Hoover was a lifelong member of the Elmira Mennonite Church, and a Christian whose life was an encouragement to his family, his ministers, the church, and the community in which he lived. Funeral services were conducted at the Wideman Church by Elmer H. Burkholder, A. Lorne Burkholder, Floyd S. Schmucker, and Aaron D. Grove, with burial in the church cemetery.

Hostetler, --Alvin A., born at Farmerstown, Ohio, Aug. 12, 1874, the son of Alexander and Sarah (Stutzman) Hostetler; died Oct. 3, 1953; aged 79 y. 1 m. 22 d. He had been injured in an auto accident and died in a few hours. On Jan. 2, 1898, he was united in marriage to Sarah Ellen Shutt, who survives him, along with 3 sons (Mervin, Loyal, and George, of Smithville, Ohio), 3 daughters (Vesta;Mrs. Darst Remington, Nashville, Ohio; Lola;Mrs. Virgil O. Hutchinson, Smithville, Ohio; and Grace, at home), one brother (Lloyd, Creston, Ohio), 2 sisters (Mary;Mrs. William A. Beechy, and Iva both of Sugarcreek, Ohio), 15 grandchildren, and one great-granddaughter. Two brothers and 2 sisters preceded him in death. In his youth he united with the Walnut Creek Mennonite Church and maintained an active interest and support of that church until the family moved to Smithville in 1925, when he transferred his membership to the Oak Grove Mennonite Church. He was a faithful worker in the program of the church and Sunday school, always ready to give his time and talents to the work of the kingdom. Funeral services were held at the Oak Grove Church in charge of V. M. Gerig.

Hostetler, -- William C., son of Benjamin and Susan Hochstetler, was born in Howard County, Indiana, March 24, 1867; passed away at his home in Nappanee, Ind., Aug. 12, 1953; aged 86 y. 4 m. 19 d. He was married to Mary Schrock on June 8, 1908. They moved to the farm where he resided for 45 years. He was a member of the North Main Street Mennonite Church, during his residence in Nappanee. Preceding him in death were his wife and 2 sons. Surviving are 2 stepdaughters (Mrs. Bertha Berkey, Goshen, Ind.; and Beulah Schrock, at home), 2 grandsons and 2 great-grandsons. Services were conducted at the North Main Street Church by Homer F. North, assisted by Roy Fisher with burial in the Union Center Cemetery.

King, -- Rebecca, daughter of Andrew and Fannie Miller, was born Dec. 22, 1860, near Baltimore, Md.; passed away at her home in West Liberty, Ohio, Sept. 22, 1953; aged 92 y. 9 m. She joined the Mennonite Church in her early youth and was a faithful member until the time of her death. During the days of her youth, the family moved to Kansas. On Dec. 30, 1886, she was united in marriage to Ezra King. To this union were born 2 sons (Clarence, Louisville, Ohio; and Joseph Rolla who preceded her in death), and one daughter (Fannie, West Liberty, Ohio). Shortly after their marriage they moved to Missouri where they worshiped at the Sycamore Mennonite Church. In 1904 they moved to Logan County, Ohio, where she lived for the remainder of her life. Her husband preceded her in death, in 1919. She is survived by her 2 children, 2 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, and a number of other relatives and friends. For the last 49 years of her life she was a loyal member of the South Union Mennonite Church, West Liberty, Ohio. Funeral services were held at the church with Stanley Shenk and Perry Daniels in charge. Interment was made in the South Union Cemetery.

Kuhns, -- Sarah, daughter of Aaron and Barbara Stutzman, was born April 9, 1887, near Milford, Nebr.; passed away at Sunset Home, Geneva, Nebr., Sept. 26, 1953, as the result of a heart attack; aged 66 y. 5 m. 17d. She and her husband were assisting with the care of the aged at the Home for the past several weeks during the absence of regular workers. She was a happy, helpful Christian, always interested in the welfare of others. In early youth she accepted Christ as her personal Saviour and at the time of her death was an active member of the Salem Mennonite Church of Shickley, Nebr. She was married to William Mast on Sept. 16, 1906. To this union were born 2 sons and 3 daughters. One daughter (Edna Marie) and her husband in 1918 preceded her in death. She was married Aug. 1, 1929 to Jepthah P. Yoder, who died in 1941. Her third marriage to Joseph E. Kuhns, was on Dec. 24, 1947. In passing she leaves her companion, 2 sons (Lester and Delmar Mast, Julesburg, Colo.), 2 daughters (Alta;Mrs. Frank Hostetler, Boise, Idaho; and Wilma;Mrs. Lester Hauder, Julesburg, Colo.), 8 stepsons (Homer Yoder, Denver, Colo.; Harold Kuhns, Cleveland, Ohio; Elbert Kuhns, Milford, Nebr.; Donald Kuhns, Shickley, Nebr.; Kenneth Kuhns, Albany, Oreg.; Verlin Kuhns, Protection, Kans.; Waldean Kuhns, Denver, Colo.; Raymond Kuhns, Shickley, Nebr.), 6 stepdaughters (Lydia Yoder, La Junta, Colo.; Dorothy;Mrs. Ammon Stutzman, Kalona, Iowa; Irene;Mrs. Simon Oswald and Lois;Mrs. Delmar Saltzman, both of Shickley, Nebr.; Helen;Mrs. Glen Eichelberger, Broken Bow, Nebr.; Jo Ann;Mrs. Ray Troyer, Sterling, Ohio), 15 grandchildren, 42 stepgrandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, 8 great-stepgrandchildren, 4 brothers, eon stepbrother, and 6 sisters (Mrs. Lena Birkey, and Katie;Mrs. Ivan Stutzman (the stepbrother), both of Lebanon, Oreg.; Tillie--Mrs. John Schweitzer; David and Aaron, Jr., both of Cairo, Nebr.; Cora;Mrs. William Boshart, and Lydia;Mrs. Till Ernest, Colorado Springs, Colo.; Mrs. Barbara Stutzman, Kimberly, Idaho; Emmanuel Stutzman, Julesburg, Colo.; Peter Stutzman, Spartanburg, Pa.). Funeral services were held at the Salem Mennonite Church, Shickley, Nebr., in charge of P. R. Kennel, Fred Gingerich, and Wilbur Yoder, with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Martin, -- Lester B., son of Samuel H. and Frances K. (Bauman) Martin, was born near Lititz, Pa., June 14, 1942; died Sept. 2, 1953, in Lancaster, Pa., General Hospital, of a blood infection; aged 11 y. 2 m. 18 d. Surviving are his parents, 3 brothers (Chester;a twin brother, and Samuel, at home; Raymond, Lititz, Pa.), 5 sisters (Anna Mae;Mrs. Paul Harnish, Pequea, Pa.; Elizabeth;Mrs. Raymond Newswanger, Pine Grove, pa.; Edna;Mrs. Christian High, Lebanon, Pa.; Esther;Mrs. Irwin Weaver, and Pauline;Mrs. Luke Weaver, both of Lititz, Pa.), and 2 grandmothers. Private services were held by Aaron Weaver with interment in the Martindale, Pa., Mennonite cemetery.

Norris, -- Chester Arthur, son of the late Charles and Sarah Norris, was born on March 20, 1892, at Toronto, Ohio; went home to be with his Lord on July 3, 1953; aged 61 y. 3 m. 14 d. His departure dame after a ten-month illness, suffering from a coronary thrombosis. He was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather and will be greatly missed. In 1921 he was converted and joined the Bremen E. B. Church, and in 1923 transferred his membership to the Turkey Run Mennonite Church where he had been very active. He served as Sunday-school superintendent for a number of years, Sunday-school teacher, usher, and at the time of his death was one of the trustees. On Nov. 3, 1923, he was united in marriage to Bertha G. Good. One infant daughter preceded him in death. Surviving are his widow, one daughter (Mildred;Mrs. Roy Plank, Rushville, Ohio), 2 granddaughters, 4 brothers (Wade and Harold of Bremen, Ohio; Robert, Lansing, Mich.; and Ralph, Mt. Pleasant, Mich.), 2 sisters (Mrs. Marie Westerman, Bremen, Ohio; and Mrs. Paul Scott, Lancaster, Ohio). Services were held in the Turkey Run Church, Bremen, Ohio, by Nelson Kanagy, assisted by William Miller, with burial in the church cemetery.

Roggie, -- Benjamin, son of Anna (Widrick) and the late Andrew Roggie, was born near Croghan, N. Y., Sept. 17, 1894; died at his home at Lowville, N.Y., Aug. 23, 1953; aged 58 y. 11 m. 6 d. In his youth he accepted Christ as his Saviour and united with the Conservative Amish Mennonite Church, in which faith he died. On Dec. 20, 1921, he was united in marriage with Madeline Yousey. This union was blessed with 3 sons (Garmon, Boonville, N.Y.; Paul, Camp Pickett, Va.; and Howard, Syracuse, N. Y.), and 2 daughters (Doris;Mrs. Haorld Steris, Lowville, N.Y.; and Betty, at home). Also surviving are 10 grandchildren, his mother, 4 brothers (John, Carthage, N.Y., Reuben, Lowville, N.Y.; Elmer, Woodville, N.Y., and Irvin, Lowville, N.Y.), and 4 sisters (Rosella;Mrs. Elmer Lehman, Mollie, Anna---Mrs. Jacob Wagler, and Esther;Mrs. Reuben Moshier, all of Lowville, N.Y.). Services at the Croghan Church were in charge of Lloyd Boshart and Elias Zehr, with burial in the adjoining cemetery. In his younger years he received injuries from a fall which handicapped him all his life. Four years ago he suffered a stroke from which he never fully recovered by gradually grew weaker.

Yoder, -- Fannie R., daughter of the late Crist and Lizzie (Yoder) Sharp, was born Aug. 14, 1900; peacefully fell asleep Aug. 23, 1953; aged 53 y. 9 d. She accepted Christ as her Saviour and united with the Amish Church. She was married to Dan A. Yoder, who survives. Also surviving are 12 children (Sadie;Mrs. Aaron Peachey, Belleville, Pa.; Bertha;Mrs. Jacob Hostetler, Selinsgrove, Pa.; Ella;Mrs. Will Byler, Linda;Mrs. John Spicher, Roman, and Alvin, all of Belleville, Pa.; Edna, Frank, Lee, I-We services in Germany, J. Ben, Mirian, and Esther at home), 3 sisters (Lydia;Mrs. Crist Yoder, Mrs. Mary Kurtz, and Barbara;Mrs. Jonathan Yoder), 3 brothers (Joseph E., Sam D. and Ben), and 25 grandchildren. Three sons, one daughter, her parents, one brother and one sister preceded her in death. She had heart failure and her last week on earth she was mostly in a coma. She looked forward with joy to going to her heavenly home. Funeral services were held at the Aaron B. Peachey home in charge of Dan. King, Crist Kauffman, and John D. Yoder.

Zook, -- Leah, a daughter of David and Fannie (Hartzler) Hooley, was born June 17, 1873 in Mifflin County, Pa. She was married to Samuel J. Zook on Dec. 12, 1895, and came to Ohio with her family in 1913. She was a member of the Oak Grove Mennonite Church, West Liberty, Ohio. Surviving are 6 children (Marian, Samuel, and Mabel;Mrs. Holley Hoke, all of West Liberty, Ohio; Orrie D. and Frances;Mrs. Vernon Eigsti, of Goshen, Ind.; and Sara;Mrs. Luke Harshbarger, Springfield, Ohio), 11 grandchildren, one great-grandchild, one brother (John, Ivyland, Pa.), and 2 sisters (Mrs. Sarah Yoder, Goshen, Ind.; Mrs. Joe Zook, Morgantown, Pa.). Funeral rites were held at the Troyer-Lynn funeral home conducted by Homer Knabel and Nelson Kanagy with burial in the Fairview Cemetery.

Zook, -- Susie A., was born in Starke Co., Ind., April 19, 1873; peacefully passed away at her home near Deep Creek, Va., Sept. 24, 1953; aged 80 y. 5 m. 5 d. She was united in marriage to Ira M. Zook, on Nov. 12, 1893. To this union were born 9 children. She leaves to mourn her departure her husband, 5 children (Ruth, Manokin, Md.; Maude, Paul, Henry, and Carrie, of near home), 26 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, and one brother (Jake Hershberger, Middlebury, Ind.). Four children (Elsie, Alice, Grace, and Ivan) preceded her in death. She united with the Mennonite Church in early youth and remained a faithful member until her death. Funeral services were held at the Deep Creek Mennonite Church, Portsmouth, Va., in charge of Eli Kramer, with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Transcribed by Marcia Bickel, Kansas.

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Bauman, --- George L., son of the late Joseph and Sarah (Lichty) Bauman, was born in Woolwich Township on June 15, 1884; passed away at his home, Elora, Ont., Oct. 6, 1953; aged 69 y. 3 m. 21 d. He had been in failing health for the past three years. He leaves to mourn his passing his wife (the former Emma Shoemaker, whom he married on Sept. 24, 1907), one son (Gordon, Elora, Ont.), 2 daughters (Edna;Mrs. Arthur Musselman, Elmira, Ont; and Dorothy;Mrs. Mell McCleod, Elora, Ont.), one brother (Noah, from St. Clements), 3 sisters (Mrs. Henry Brubacher, St. Jacobs, Ont.; Mrs. Levi Horst, Floradale, Ont.; and Mrs. Sydney Lichty, Kitchener, Ont.), and 9 grandchildren. He and his wife accepted Christ in 1913 and united with the Floradale Mennonite Church the same year. In December of 1947 they became charter members of Bethel Mennonite Church of which he was a faithful member until death. Funeral services were held at the Bethel Church by Newton L. Gingrich, assisted by Moses Roth.

Beckler, -- Joe, son of Emanuel and Amanda (Hershberger) Beckler, was born Jan. 14, 1893, in Seward County, Nebr. In his early youth he gave his life to the Lord and was baptized at the West Fairview Church, remaining a faithful member until death: aged 60 y. 8 m. 22 d. On Oct. 6, 1953, he and his wife met sudden death in a car-train collision near Shickley, Nebr. On Feb. 21, 1918, he was married to Mary Schweitzer. To this union were born 5 children (Lyle, Seward, Nebr.; Clifford, Wellman, Iowa; Berdene;Mrs. Cecil Long, Washington, Iowa; Loren, Lincoln, Nebr.; and Merle, Englewood, Colo.). Also surviving are 9 grandchildren, his mother, 5 sisters (Lena Rediger, Miller, S. Dak.; Lydia Kennel, York, Nebr.; Carrie Smetter, Beaver Crossing, Nebr.; Alice Schweitzer, Miller, S. Dak.; and Mabel Miller, Milford, Nebr.), one brother (Delmar, Chappell, Nebr.), and a host of other relatives and friends. His father preceded him in death. He was a Christian worker in the church, serving as superintendent, teacher, and song leader at different times. Funeral services were held at the West Fairview Church, Beaver Crossing, Nebr., in charge of the home pastors, with a sermon by Jacob Rittenhouse, Lansdale, Pa. Burial was in the adjoining cemetery.

Beckler, -- Mary, daughter of David and Anna (Erb) Schweitzer, was born in Seward County, Nebr., Feb. 19, 1909; met sudden death with her husband in a car-train collision on Oct. 6, 1953, near Shickely, Nebr.; aged 53 y. 7 m. 17 d. Early in life she gave her life to the Lord and was baptized at the West Fairview Church, Beaver Crossing, Nebr., where she remained a faithful member until death. On Feb. 21, 1918, she was married to Joe Beckler. To this union 5 children were born (Lyle, Seward, Nebr.; Clifford, Wellman, Iowa; Berdene;Mrs. Cecil Long, Washington, Iowa; Loren, Lincoln, Nebr.; and Merle, Englewood, Colo.). Also surviving are 9 grandchildren, 4 sisters (Lizzie Miller, Milford, Nebr.; Lydia Stutzman, Wellman, Iowa; Martha Roth, Wayland, Iowa; Stella, Lincoln, Nebr.; and Agnes Steckley, Beaver Crossing, Nebr.). 3 brothers (Elmer, Beaver Crossing, Nebr.; Orville, Wood River, Nebr.; and Danny, Beaver Crossing, Nebr.), and a host of relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, one sister (Cora), and one brother (Raymond). Although her home life took a great deal of her time she was never too busy to serve others. Funeral services were held at the West Fairview Church in charge of the home pastors, with the sermon by Jacob Rittenhouse, Lansdale, Pa. Burial was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Kehr, --- George B., son of Christian and Susannah (Brundy) Kehr, was born near Wakarusa, Ind., Oct. 4, 1864; departed this life Sept. 21, 1953; aged 88 y. 11 m. 17 d. He died at the home where he lived the last 63 years. He was united in marriage to Hannah Snider on Oct. 9, 1887. She preceded him in death on April 2, 1926. To this union were born 4 children (Nora;Mrs. Fred Davidhizar, Emma;Mrs. Harry Goodman, and Jesse, all of Goshen, Ind.; and Maty;Mrs. Ralph Rush, Elkhart, Ind.). Also surviving are 25 grandchildren. A number of years ago he united with the Mennonite Church and at the close of life he expressed peace with his God and had a longing to leave this world. Funeral services were held at the Yellow Creek Church, Goshen, Ind., in charge of Peter Wiebe and D. A. Yoder.

Leichty, --- John, son of the late John and Katie (Yoder) Leichty, was born in Allen County, Ind., Feb. 11, 1873; died at his home Sept. 6, 1953; aged 80 y. 6 m. 23 d. He was afflicted with palsy for 12 years and was bedfast for nearly 2 years. As a young man he accepted Christ as his Saviour and at the time of his death was a member of the Leo Mennonite Church. On Sept. 19, 1895, he was united in marriage to Sarah Neuhouser, who preceded him in death about 6 months ago. Also preceding him in death were one daughter, 3 grandchildren, 4 brothers, 3 sisters and his parents. He is survived by 15 children (Allie;Mrs. Nelson Short, Archbold, Ohio; Anna Bauman, Grabill, Ind.; Amos and Noah, Grabill, Ind.; John S., Wakarusa, Ind.; Mary;Mrs. Laurel Martin, Greentown, Ind.; Bertha;Mrs. Clyde Miller, Leo, Ind.; Elnora;Mrs. Gilbert Bailey, Ft. Wayne, Ind.; Herman, Grabill, Ind.; Albert, Middlebury, Ind.; Raymond, Ft. Wayne, Ind.; Velma;Mrs. Wilbur Hostetler, Goshen, Ind.; Violet;Mrs. Lester Perry, Ft. Wayne, Ind.; Lucille;Mrs. Dale King, Stryker, Ohio; and Paul, Leo, Ind.), 38 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Leo, Ind., Mennonite Church, in charge of S. J. Miller, assisted by Ben Graber. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Miller, -- George F., son of the late C. F. and Emma (Shuler) Miller, was born near Sterling, Ill., Aug. 20, 1889; passed away at the Community General Hospital, Oct. 5, 1953, as a result of an auto-tractor accident; aged 54 y. 1 m. 16 d. He was nearing his home of Route 88 on the evening of the 5th when a car came from the rear, hit the tractor and threw Bro. Miller to the pavement. He lived about 6 hours after the accident. His entire life was spent in the community where he was born. On Sept. 30, 1931, he was united in marriage to Stella Jennings. He was a member of the Science Ridge Mennonite Church since 1931 and his sincere Christian life was a daily witness to the saving grace of God. He served faithfully for a number of years as one of the trustees of the church. He is survived by his wife, and 2 brothers (Henry, Sterling, Ill.; and Lloyd, Wickenburg, Ariz.). His parents and 2 sisters (Lizzie and Ida) preceded him in death. Funeral services were held at the Science Ridge Church, Sterling, Ill., by A. C. Good, and J. N. Kaufman. Interment was made in the Riverside Cemetery.

Neuhouser, -- Lydia, daughter of the late Benedict and Fannie (Lugbill) Schlatter, was born Sept. 11, 1864, near Leo, Ind.; passed away at the Lutheran Hospital, Ft. Wayne, Ind., Sept. 20, 1953; aged 89 y. 9 m. Death was due to a skull fracture which she suffered in a fall on Sept. 20, after returning home from church services. As a young girl she accepted Christ as her personal Saviour and was a charter member of the Leo Mennonite Church. On. Feb. 5, 1885, she was united in marriage to Peter Neuhouser, who preceded her in death in 1912. Four sons also preceded her in death. She leaves to mourn 4 children (Levi, Oneco, Fla.; Simon, at home; Rosa;Mrs. Harry Butler, Grabill, Ind.; and Violas;Mrs. William Lantz, Leo, Ind.), 12 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Leo Mennonite Church in charge of S. J. Miller assisted by Ben Graber. Burial was made in the Leo Cemetery.

Peachey, --Arie E., daughter of the late Jonas and Arle Peachey, was born near Belleville, Pa., June 4, 1901; passed away at her home July 17, 1953; aged 52 y. 1 m. 13 d. Although she had an operation four weeks before her death, she had recovered sufficiently to return to the home a week before her sudden departure from a heart attack. She was preceded in death by her husband, John S. Peachey, seven years ago. An infant son and one sister (Katie) also preceded her in death. Surviving are 3 children (Naomi, Jesse, and Johnny), 3 brothers (Jesse and Philip, Belleville, Pa.; and Milo, Front Royal, Va.), and 4 sisters (Mrs. Naomi Yoder, Lydia and Mary, of Belleville, Pa.; and Nannie, New Holland, Pa.). Funeral services were held at the Locust Grove Church, Belleville, Pa., where she was a member, by Eric Renno and Louis Peachey. Burial was in the Locust Grove cemetery.

Pletcher, -- George W., was born in Elkhart Co., Ind., Oct. 12, 1891; passed away Oct. 6, 1953; aged 61 y. 11 m. 25 d. He was the youngest son of John W. and Barbara (Pletcher) Pletcher. When he was 22 years of age he accepted Christ during a series of meetings at the Bethel United Missionary Church. In November 1915 he was received into the fellowship of the Olive Mennonite Church by water baptism. On Nov. 27, 1915, he was united in marriage with Myrtle Viola Bachtel. To this union 4 sons and 2 daughters were born (Morris F., Ephraim L., Jerry E., and Luke L., all of Elkhart, Ind.; Clara Mae;Mrs. Leon D. Rupp, Wauseon, Ohio, and Rosieann, at home). Besides his companion and children he is also survived by 4 brothers (William and Calvin, Goshen, Ind.; and Henry and Chris, Elkhart, Ind.), 2 sisters (Treva;Mrs. Ralph Paulus, and Goldie, Elkhart, Ind.), and 11 grandchildren. He was a faithful member of the Olive congregation for almost 38 years and was known in the church as a sincere follower of Christ and His Word. His health began to fail about a year ago when he was stricken with Hodgkinís disease, and the last several weeks of his life he was bedfast. Funeral services were held at the Olive Church by J. C. Wenger and C. A. Shank, with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Shaum, -- Amos, son of Henry and Elizabeth (Holdeman) Shaum, was born Nov. 17, 1869, near Elkhart, Ind.; died in Elkhart, Ind., Sept. 29, 1953; aged 83 y. 10 m. 2 d. He lived his entire life in Elkhart County and was a member of the Olive Mennonite Church for many years. As a member of the congregation he was prompt in his attendance and attended services as long as he was physically able. He leaves to mourn his departure his widow, Mary Stauffer Shaum, 2 sons (Oliver H. and Maurice C., both of Elkhart, Ind.), a foster daughter (Olive;Mrs. Maurice Gongwer, Wakarusa, Ind.), 5 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were conducted at the Olive Church in charge of D. A. Yoder and C. A. Shank.

Wismer, -- Lizzie C., (Hackman), was born in Hatfield, Pa., May 20, 1878; passed away Sept. 6, 1953, at Grandview Hospital, Sellersville, Pa.; following an illness of more than six months; aged 75 y. 3 m. 16 d. She was a faithful member of the Lexington Mennonite Church, Line Lexington, Pa. Surviving are 3 children (H. Harold, St. Petersburg, Fla.; Mrs. Ephraim Delp, and Mrs. Claude B. Meyers, Souderton, Pa.), 11 grandchildren, and 16 great-grandchildren. Her husband preceded her in death in June 1951. Funeral services wereheld at the Lexington Mennonite Church, in charge of Arthur D. Roth and J. C. Clemens. Burial was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Zimmerman, -- Noah B., son of Israel and Lydia (Bowman) Zimmerman, was born near Terre Hill, Pa., June 22, 1868; died at his home Ephrata, Pa., Sept. 29, 1953; aged 85 y. 3 m. 7 d. On Nov. 29, 1891, he was married to Sarah Ann Martin, who preceded him in death about three years ago. To them were born 11 children, of whom the following survive: Lydia;Mrs. Aaron Weaver, Ephrata, Pa.; Emma;Mrs. John L. horst, Scottdale, Pa.; Mahlon and Stephen, Ephrata, Pa.; Ada;Mrs. Harry A. Brunk, Harrisonburg, Va.; Verna, Goshen, Ind. On Jan. 24, 1924, he was ordained deacon for the Ephrata congregation. He took a keen interest in the work of the church and served faithfully in his calling as long as he was physically able. The funeral was held Oct. 2 at the Ephrata Church. Services were in charge of Amos Horst, assisted by Eugene Landis, Eldon Martin, and John L. Stauffer. Interment was in the Martindale Cemetery.

Zook, -- John E., son of David and Lydia (Burkholder) Zook, was born in Wayne County, Ohio, Aug. 30, 1894. Having been in failing health for the last three years he suffered a cerebral embolism on the morning of Sept. 8, 1953, and died at Wooster Community Hospital, several hours later; aged 59 y. 9 d. At the age of 15 he was baptized and received as a member of the Oak Grove Mennonite Church. He transferred his membership to the Martins Church in 1932, and was ordained as a deacon in October of the same year, where he rendered an acceptable service until his death. He was united in marriage on Nov. 4, 1917, to Sarah Beyeler, who died on March 3, 1935. To this union were born 2 sons and 3 daughters (Alfred, Renson, Ariz.; Mildred;Mrs. Franklin Steiner, Cleveland, Ohio; Lillian;Mrs. Samuel Yoder, Elkhart, Ind.; Ruth, Goshen College, Goshen, Ind.; and one infant son who preceded him in death). On Aug. 30 , 1936, he was married to Lila Nussbaum. This union was blessed with 2 sons and one daughter (Doris and Gordon, at home; and one infant son who preceded him in death). He leaves to mourn his departure, his wife, 4 daughters, 2 sons, 2 grandchildren, one sister (Clara;Mrs. Adam Mumaw, Wooster, Ohio), a stepmother (Mrs. David Zook, Wooster, Ohio), and one half sister (Mary;Mrs. Arthur Amstutz, Wooster, Ohio). He was devoted to the spiritual welfare of his home and the church, willingly and faithfully discharging his responsibilities as he was able and as health permitted. Funeral services were in charge of O. N. Johns, Don Augsburger, and Stanford Mumaw, with interment in the Martins cemetery.

Transcribed by Marcia Bickel, Kansas.