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 2007  - M


  Martin, Abram Zeiset;   Martin, Allen N.Martin, Allen Z.;   Martin, Anna B.;   Martin, Carla J. Hege ; . . Martin, Christian M. ; . .   Martin, Curtis Z. ;. .   Martin, Daniel S.;   Martin, David F.;    Martin, Eli M.;   Martin, Ella W. Zimmerman;   Martin, Esther W. Weaver;   Martin, Eugene S.;    Martin, Evelyn Zuck;   Martin, G. Earl;    Martin, Henry E., Jr.;   Martin, Horace M.;   Martin, Jason S.;   Martin, Lizzie Mae Weaver Sauder;   Martin, Lizzie N. Reiff;   Martin, Lloyd S.  Martin, Louis E.Martin, Louis W.;  Martin, Mabel B. Martin;   Martin, Mahlon S.;   Mary F. Zimmerman Martin;   Martin, Melvin Myer;   Martin, Menno S.;    Martin, Molly K. Koch;    Martin, Nevin H.;    Martin, Paul E.;   Martin, Raymond R.;   Martin, Robert E.;   Martin, Ruth B. Brubaker;   Martin, Samuel H.;   Martin, Weaver W.;    Mast, Rachel Maxine Whitehead Mishler;   Maust, Emma L. Fisher;   Mendel, Katie Hofer;  Merry, Elvera Miller Baumgartner;   Miller, Carley June Erb;  Miller, Christina;    Miller, Clifford D.;   Miller, Clifford R.;  Miller, Edna M.;  Miller, Eli William;  Miller, Ethel B. Burkhart;  Miller, Howard D.;   Miller, John Wertz;   Miller, Mae Schrock;  Miller, Margaret;   Miller, Marner;   Miller, Patricia Anne;  Miller, Rosa Bontrager;   Miller, Victor;   Miller, Willis A.;   Millslagle, Charlotte M. Seighman;   Mininger, Joseph Henry;    Musselman, Jeanine Groff;   Myers, Charles W., Sr.;   Myers, Margaret Leatherman;   

Martin, Abram Zeiset,
77, died in peacefully at his home on Lowry Road in New Holland, PA on Sunday, August 26, 2007. Born in New Holland on Jan. 3, 1930, he was the son of the late Jonas H. & Emma Z. Martin.

He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Jeanette Hershey Martin; and 2 children, Sara Kathryn Martin, and Andrew Hershey Martin, both of Lancaster.

Abram farmed in Lancaster County and Bowling Green, Kentucky. He was a member of Calvary Church, Lancaster.

Also surviving are: 1 brother, Amos married to Irene Martin of Intercourse; 2 sisters, Ruth married to William Van Slochem, and Lois Martin, both of Lancaster. He was preceded in death by a brother James.

Funeral services will be held at Calvary Church, 1051 Landis Valley Rd., Lancaster, on Thursday, August 30, 2007 at 11 a.m. with interment following in the Mellinger Mennonite Cemetery. Friends will be received from 9-11 a.m. Thursday. Furman Home for Funerals, Leola.

Intelligencer Journal - 8/28/2007
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish



Martin, Allen N.
, 92, of the Landis Homes Retirement Community, formerly of Leola and Ephrata, entered into rest at Landis Homes, Lititz on Saturday, December 8, 2007 following a brief illness.

He was born in East Earl, Pa, a son of the late Harry H. and Emma Nolt Martin.

Allen was a member of the Weaverland Mennonite Church, East Earl, and was a volunteer at the Ephrata Re-Uzit Shop, Meals On Wheels, and Landis Homes.

He worked as a steel fabricator for N.E. Martin of Leola, and High Steel of Lancaster prior to his retirement in 1980.

Surviving are 4 sons, Gilbert S., husband of Sylvia Stauffer Martin of Strasburg, Mervin A. Martin of Millersville, Nelson E. Martin of Ephrata, and Ronald L., husband of Jane Shirk Martin of Lancaster, 6 grandchildren, 12 greatgrandchildren,a brother, Lester, husband of Lois Martin of Elizabethtown, and sister, Grace Good of New Holland.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Edna Mae Steffy Martin in 1970, his second wife Lydia M. Martin Martin in August 1997, his parents, 5 sisters, Edna Nolt, Mary Burkholder, Irene Martin, Edith Weaver and Emma Landis, and 3 grandsons, Ron, Darryl and Scott Martin.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, December 12, 2007 at the Landis Homes West Bethany Chapel, 1001 E. Oregon Road, Lititz, Pa. with Chaplain Don Good officiating. Interment will follow in the Bethany Grace Fellowship Cemetery, East Earl Twp. A viewing will be held from 6-8 PM Tuesday, December 11 at the Bethany East Chapel of Landis Homes and 1 hour prior Wednesday at the Bethany West Chapel of Landis Homes also. Please note location changes of viewings and services.

The family requests memorial contributions in Allen's memory be sent to the Landis Homes Caring Fund,1001 E. Oregon Road, Lititz, Pa. 17543. Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Akron/Ephrata.
Intelligencer Journal - 12/10/2007
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish



Martin, Allen Z.


PORT TREVORTON: Allen Z. Martin, 88, of Port Trevorton, passed away Saturday, Aug. 11, 2007, at his home. He was born Oct. 12, 1918, in Lancaster County, the son of the late Weaver and Mary (Zimmerman) Martin. He was engaged in farming his whole life.

He is survived by 12 children: five sons, Allen and Martha Martin, Harvey and Gladys Martin, Sylvan and Elizabeth Martin, David and Marian Martin, all of Port Trevorton; and Nathan and Irene Martin, of Scottsville, Ky.; and seven daughters, Ruth and William Wanner, Anna Mary Wanner, Sally and Martin Wanner, Judith and Richard Good, Arlene Martin, all of Port Trevorton; Nora and Vernon Stauffer, of Mount Pleasant Mills; and Nancy and Robert Martin, of McAlisterville. He is also survived by 91 grandchildren; 110 great-grandchildren; three brothers, Paul, Lloyd and his wife Florence, and Elam and his wife Mildred; and three sisters, Eva Brubaker, Fannie and her husband Titus Hoover, and Anna and her husband James Wenger.

Mr. Martin was preceded in death by his wives, Ida, in 1943, and Anna, in 1971; two children; one brother; and three sisters.

The family will receive friends for visitation from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the family residence, 62 McKees Road, Port Trevorton. Further services will be held at noon Tuesday at the family residence, followed by a funeral service at 1 p.m. at Chapman Old Order Mennonite Church, Blackwoods Road, Port Trevorton.  Burial will be in the adjoining church cemetery.  The George P. Garman Funeral Home Inc., 9366 Route 35, Mount Pleasant Mills, has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
Sunbury Daily Item - 8/12/2007
Sunbury, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish



Martin, Anna B.
, 87, of Lancaster, PA died October 16, 2007 at Lititz, Lancaster Co., PA.  She was born April 26, 1920 at Kinzers, Lancaster Co., PA to Samuel L. and Ada M. (Martin) Martin.

Surviving are two brothers, Frank M. Martin married to Arlene Wiker Martin and Raymond L. Martin, married to Jeanette Myer Martin.

Two brothers and two sisters, Earl Martin, Ivan Martin, Mary Martin, and Bertha Breckbill preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held October 20, 2007 at Landis Homes Retirement Community, Lititz PA with burial in Hershey Mennonite Cemetery, Kinzers, Lancasteer Co., PA.
Submitted by: Janet Gehman, Kinzers, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
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Martin, Anna B.
, 87, of 1001 E. Oregon Rd., Lititz formerly of Lancaster went peacefully home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2007 at Landis Homes where she lived for the past 14 years. Born in Salisbury Twp., she was the daughter of the late Samuel L. & Ada M. Martin Martin. Miss Martin worked in food service at Lancaster General Hospital and retired after 28 years there. She was a member of the Hersheys Mennonite Church, Kinzers and enjoyed puzzles & games.

She is survived by: 2 brothers, Frank M. married to Arlene Wiker Martin, Lancaster, Raymond L. married to Jeanette Myer Martin, East Petersburg; 14 nieces; 8 nephews. Two brothers, Earl & Ivan Martin, and 2 sisters, Mary Martin & Bertha Breckbill, and 3 nephews preceded her in death.

The funeral will be on Saturday, Oct. 20th, at 11 AM from the Landis Homes West Bethany Chapel, 1001 E. Oregon Rd., Lititz with interment following in the Hersheys Mennonite cemetery. The viewing will be 1 hour prior to the service. Kindly omit flowers. Memorials may be made to the Landis Homes Caring Fund, 1001 E. Oregon Rd., Lititz PA 17543. Furman Home for Funerals, Leola.
Intelligencer Journal - 10/17/2007
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish



Martin, Carla J. (Hege),
21, of Everrett, Pa.and formerly of McConnellsburg, Pa., died Friday, March 9, 2007, at Altoona (Pa.) Regional Trauma Hospital from injuries sustained in a automoble accident.

Born Jan. 2, 1986, in Waynesboro, Pa., she was the daughter of Aletha M. Hege of McConnellsburg, [PA] and the late Jay E. Hege.

She was a member of Meadow Green Mennonite Church in Three Springs, Pa.

In addition to her mother, she is survived by her husband, Delwin L. Martin, whom she married July 22, 2006; seven sisters, Wanda J. Strite of Tylertown, Miss., Yvonne J. Martin of Seminole, Ala., and Lisa J. Hege, Ruby J. Hege, Rachel J. Hege, Elaine J. Hege and Sarah J. Hege, all of McConnellsburg; four brothers, Lamar J. Hege, Glenn J. Hege, Nathaniel J. Hege and Nevin J. Hege, all of McConnellsburg,[PA]; maternal grandparents Omar and Miriam Hege of Hagerstown, [MD]; and paternal grandmother, Betty L. Hege of Shippensburg, Pa.

Services will be Tuesday March 12, 2007 at 10 a.m. at Tri-State Fellowship, Hagerstown, MD. Melvin Horst, Nelson Halteman, James Hertzler, Calvin Yoder and Keith Clugson will officiate. Burial will be in Mount Olive Mennonite Cemetery, Maugansville, MD
Visitation will be Monday March 11, 2007 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. at Howard L. Sipes Funeral Home, McConnellsburg, PA
The Herald-Mail ONLINE, Hagertown, MD Monday, March 11, 2007,
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler, Newport, NH


Special Note: It was reported that approx. 800 people attended Carla’s funeral. We don't always have a reason for why these things happen but its in God's hands. Bishop Keith Clugston preached the funeral sermon. He asked the question that if we were in that car, would we be ready to meet Jesus? He also talked about Carla's "Book of Her Life" is now finished and each of us are still writing ours and what is ours like?



Martin, Christian M.
, 84, of Bluegrass Lane, Ronks, and formerly of Weaver Road, Lancaster, died at Heart of Lancaster Hospital on Tuesday, May 1, 2007. He was the husband of Ruth M. Garber Martin for 63 years.

Christ was a longtime co-owner of C.Z. Martin Sons. The familys meat and cheese stand has been a fixture at Central Market since 1923. Christ worked at stands as a youth and, when his father retired, he and a brother, Roy, took over. He enjoyed gardening and yardwork and loved attending his children and grandchildren's sporting events. Christ had been active with the Mountville Fire Company. He was a long time member of Rossmere Mennonite Church.

Born in Columbia, he was the son of the late Christian Z. and Alva M. Myer Martin.

Christ is also survived by a son, Kenneth E., married to Robyn Fuchs Martin of Columbus, Ohio, two daughters, Ann L., married to Amos Dienner, and Kathy S., married to Merv Smucker, all of Ronks, eleven grandchildren, Colin, Sean, Seth and Emilia Martin, Adam, Abigail, Alex and Amber Dienner, Aslyn, Taylor and Hunter Smucker.

He was preceded in death by six brothers, James R., David M., Daniel L., John P., Roy M. and Melvin M. and three sisters, Eunice M. Herr, Lois E. Herr and Anna R. Martin.

VIEWINGS: Sunday, May 6, from 6:00 until 8:00 PM in the Bachman Funeral Home, 7 South Decatur Street, Strasburg, PA, and Monday, from 12 Noon until 1:00 PM in the East Petersburg Mennonite Church, 6279 Main Street, East Petersburg, PA. FUNERAL: Monday at 1:00 PM from the church with Pastors Marilyn Kurtz, Les Denlinger and Lester Blank officiating. Interment in the adjoining cemetery. In lieu of flowers, kindly consider sending a contribution in memory of Christian M. Martin to Rossmere Mennonite Church Building Fund, 741 Janet Ave., Lancaster, PA 17602 or Eastern Mennonite Missions, P. O. Box 628, Salunga, PA 17538.

Intelligencer Journal - 5/3/2007
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish



Martin, Curtis Z.
, age 16, of 540 Countryside Lane, New Holland, Pa. died in a bicycle traffic accident, Saturday, June 30, 2007 at Lancaster General Hospital.

He was born in East Earl Twp., the son of Mervin M. and Laura H. (Zeiset) Martin. He worked at home on the farm and at Countryside Garden Greenhouse. He attended Groffdale Conference Mennonite Church.

Surviving in addition to his parents are 6 brothers, Duane, married to Brenda (Kilmer) Martin of Narvon, Delton Z., Eric Z., Ryan Z., Kenneth Z., and Quentin Z. Martin, all at home; a sister Lucinda, wife of Melvin Shirk of East Earl; paternal grandparents, Ben F. and Mary Z. (Martin) Martin; and maternal grandmother, Mabel H., widow of John J. Zeiset, both of New Holland.

Services will be Tuesday, July 3 at 8:15AM at his Late Home with further services at 9AM at New Holland Mennonite Church with Bishop Titus Martin officiating. Interment in the adjoining Cemetery.

Friends may call at his late home Monday 2-4PM and 6-8PM. Kindly omit flowers. Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland.

Intelligencer Journal - 7/1/2007
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish



Martin, Daniel S.
, 85, of 333 Wheat Ridge Dr., Ephrata, died Saturday, October 27, 2007 at Fairmount Homes. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lydia W. (Stauffer) Martin in 2005.

Born in East Earl Twp., he was the son of the late Daniel W. and Lydia M. (Shirk) Martin.

Daniel had been a farmer and operated a produce stand at his home. He was a member of the Shippensburg Mennonite Church, Weaverland Conference.

Surviving are eight children: Paul S., married to Donna (Weitzel) Martin, Wakefield; Isaac S., married to Mabel (Brubacher) Martin, Newville; Ervin S., married to Esther (Weaver) Martin, East Earl; Ruth S. Martin, Elizabethtown; Eva S., married to David Hurst, Shippensburg; Edwin S., married to Marlene (Horst) Martin, Stevens; Susan S., married to Wayne Shirk, Shippensburg; and Walter S., married to Lorraine (Horst) Martin, Lititz; 41 grandchildren; 56 great-grandchildren; and two sisters: Lydiann S. Martin, Martindale and Hettie S. Nolt, widow of Ammon Nolt, East Earl.

His funeral will be held on Wednesday at 9 AM at Fairmount Home Wheat Ridge Chapel with further services at 9:30 AM at the Martindale Mennonite Church with Bishop Lester Martin officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery. A viewing will be held on Tuesday from 2 to 4 PM and 6 to 8 PM at the Fairmount Homes Wheat Ridge Chapel. Kindly omit flowers. The Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland is in charge of arrangements.
 
Intelligencer Journal - 10/29/2007
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish
 

Martin, David F.
- Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and friends on Thursday, August 2, 2007, at St. Mary's Hospital in Kitchener. David F. Martin resided in Wellesley. He was born in Kitchener 52 years ago and is the beloved son of Annie (Erb) Martin of Country Meadows, Brunner, and the late Sylvester Martin (2003).

Dearly loved brother of Wayne and his wife, Shirley Martin of RR 2 Wallenstein and Dorothy Ann and her husband, Joe Leis of Millbank. Lovingly remembered by his nieces and nephews. David was employed at Kraemer Woodcraft until 2005 and was an avid Toy collector.

Visitation at the Futher Bros. Funeral Home, 1172 Henry St., Wellesley, where family and friends will be received on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The Funeral Service will be conducted at Faith Mennonite Church in Kingwood on Monday, August 6, 2007 at 2 p.m. Pastor Bruce Sawatsky of Maple View Mennonite Church will officiate.

Interment in the Maple View Mennonite Cemetery. Memorials to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, or to Christian Aid Ministries would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. A special thank you to the nurses and doctors of St. Mary's Hospital I.C.U. for their loving and compassionate care.

Waterloo Record - 7/3/2007
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Submitted by: Robert Fisher


Martin, Eli M.
, 89, of 756 Gehman School Road, Denver, died Monday, November 5, 2007 at his home after a lengthy illness.

Born in Ephrata Twp., he was the son of the late Michael and Anna (Martin) Martin. He was married 65 years on December 25 to Ada Z. (Martin) Martin.

He was a farmer most of his life until his stroke in 2000 and a member of the Muddy Creek Old Order Mennonite Church.

Surviving in addition to his wife are 15 children, Allen, married to Anna (Reiff) Martin of Lewisburg, Edwin, married to Sarah (Brubacher) Martin of Shippensburg, Mable, married to Martin Hurst of Lime Springs, IA, Esther, married to Luke Weaver and Anna, married to Samuel Shirk both of Fleetwood, Eli James, married to Lydia (Zeiset) Martin of Himrod, NY, Lewis Martin of Denver, Ada, married to Noah Martin and Aaron, married to Eva (Burkholder) Martin both of Penn Yan, NY, David, married to Emma Sue (Oberholtzer) Martin of New Holland, Stephen, married to Mary (Leid) Martin of Denver, Elvin, married to Pauline (Weaver) Martin of Stanley, NY, Marian, married to Phares Hurst of Narvon, Grace Martin of Morgantown, and Michael, married to Mary Ann (Burkholder) Martin of Charles City, IA; 90 grandchildren; 116 great grandchildren; and a brother, Harvey, married to Laura Martin of Farmersville.

Preceding him in death are a son, John Ivan Martin who died Oct. 31, 1980; a brother; a sister; six half brothers; and three half sisters.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Nov. 10, at 9 a.m. at the late home with further services at 9:30 a.m. at the Muddy Creek Mennonite Church with the Bishop Titus Martin officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing will be held at the late home on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill.
Intelligencer Journal - 11/7/2007
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish



Martin, Ella W. Zimmerman
, 81, of 338 Grist Mill Rd., New Holland, passed away Sunday evening, November 4, 2007, at her home after a lengthy illness.

She is survived by her husband, John Z. Martin, with whom she celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary on September 29, 2007.

Born in Ephrata Twp., she was the daughter of the late Levi W. and Ella (Wise) Zimmerman. She was a member of South Hinkletown Mennonite Church, Weaverland Conference.

She was a housewife, and her greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by her children: Raymond Z., married to Esther Mae Martin, East Earl; Mary Jane, married to George Z. Weaver, Ephrata; daughter-in-law Pauline W. Martin, New Holland; Earl Z. married to Faye Martin, Ephrata; Janet Z. and Joyce Z. Martin, at home; 17 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren; sisters Anna Mae Martin, Myerstown; Irene Weaver, Bowmansville; Alta, wife of Allen Hoover, Coatesville; and a brother, Levi W. husband of Doris Zimmerman, Rehrersburg; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Rufus
and Irene Musser, Lititz.

Preceding her in death are 3 children, John Z., Jr.; Mervin Z.; and Esther Mae Martin; a grandson, Galen M. Weaver; and 2 sisters, Esther Musser and Martha Sensenig; and 2 brothers, Raymond W. and Paul W. Zimmerman.

Her funeral will be held on Thursday, November 8, 2007 at 8:45 AM at the Martindale Reception Center with further services at 9:30 AM at the Weaverland Mennonite Church with Bishop Amos G. Martin, Harlan W. Martin; E. Merle Nolt; and Amos K. Martin officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery. A viewing will be held on Wednesday from 4 to 8 PM at the Fairmount Homes Farm Crest Chapel.

Kindly omit flowers. The Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland is in charge of arrangements.
Intelligencer Journal - 11/6/2007
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish



Martin, Esther W. Weaver
, age 64, of East Earl, PA passed away at home on Thursday, June 21, 2007 after a 7-year battle with cancer. She was the wife of Nevin Z. Martin for 44 years. Born in East Earl Township, she was the daughter of the late Henry M. Martin and the late Lucy G. Weber Weaver.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by 6 children: Andrew, husband of Emma (Fisher) of Shippensburg; Dorcas, at home; Naomi, wife of Michael Zimmerman of Myerstown; Esther, wife of Dennis Steinhauer of Clayton, DE; Stephen, husband of Sara (Sensenig) of East Earl; Jason, husband of Janelle (Meadath) of Elizabethville and 24 grandchildren. Also she is survived by four sisters: Pauline, wife of Chester Martin of Narvon; Lizzie, wife of Titus Martin of Stevens; Lucy, wife of Amos Eberly of Reinholds; Beatrice, wife of Martin Good of East Earl; and 5 brothers: Andrew, husband of Dorothy (Shirk) of Reinholds; Rufus, husband of Mary (Nolt) of Lititz; Henry, husband of Barbara (Mitchell) of Reinholds; Warren, husband of Anna (Hahn) of Reinholds; John, husband of Mabel (Martin) of Ephrata. She was preceded in death by a sister, Anna.

She was a member of the Muddy Creek Congregation of the Hope Mennonite Fellowship.

Her funeral service will be held on Monday, June 25, 2007 at 10 AM at the Muddy Creek Church, Beam Rd., Denver (near Fivepointville). The viewing will be held on Sunday from 2 - 4 PM and 6 - 8 PM at the same location. There will also be a viewing one hour prior to the services on Monday. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery. Kindly omit flowers. The Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland is in charge of arrangements.
Intelligencer Journal - 6/23/2007
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish



Martin, Eugene S.
, 63, of Millersville, entered into rest at Lancaster General Hospital on Monday August 6, 2007.

Born in Ephrata, he was a son of Naomi B. (Sauder) and the late Isaac J. Martin.

Eugene attended Pleasant Valley Mennonite Church. He was a resident for the last 15 years at the Stehman Home in Millersville, under the loving care of Kaye Thompson and the late Jim Atkins and other caregivers, along with his friends Bob, Kirk and Joanie. He also attended EARS for 10 years, PAI and Keystone Services.

Besides his mother, he is survived by two brothers, Sanford S., husband of Jean (Zimmerman) Martin of Denver, and John S., husband of Jane (King) Martin of Ephrata, and four sisters, Ruth M. Martin of Lancaster, Esther S. Renneberg of Reamstown, Elizabeth (Betty) S., wife of Marlin R. Horst of Myerstown and Elaine L., wife of Elvin M. Martin of Denver.

Services will be held Friday, August 10th, at 2:00 PM at the Pleasant Valley Mennonite School, 140 Pleasant Valley Road, Ephrata with Bishop Larry N. Weaver officiating. Interment will follow in the Pleasant Valley Mennonite Cemetery. A viewing will be held on Thursday August 9th, from 6 to 8 PM at Stradling Funeral Home, 201 Church Avenue, Ephrata and also one hour prior to services on Friday at the school.

The family requests memorial contributions in Eugene's memory be sent to Essa Flory Hospice Center, P. O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604. Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Akron/Ephrata.
Intelligencer Journal - 8/8/2007
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish



Martin, Evelyn Zuck
, 89, of Lancaster, entered into rest at Brethren Village, Lancaster on Sunday, December 23, 2007.

She was born on October 26, 1918, in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, a daughter of the late Abram and Verdie (Hibschman) Zuck.

She is a graduate of Ephrata High School, 1936. She married Wilbur Amos Martin on June 7, 1936. Following high school, Evelyn attended Lancaster School of the Bible for one year and then National Bible Institute, New York City, for 2 years, completing the Medical Missionary course.

Evelyn's husband Wilbur, a retired Church of the Brethren pastor, served in five congregations of the Church of the Brethren: Pottstown, PA, Royersford, PA, Coventry, Orlando, FL, and Ft. Myers, FL. In each congregation, Evelyn was employed as Church Secretary.  She was also employed from 1963 to 1967 at Pennhurst State School and Hospital as Secretary and Receptionist. Evelyn also worked at Arrow Camera Shop, Pottstown, as a delivery driver, bookkeeper and later as a branch manager.

Evelyn is survived by her husband, Wilbur, two sons, Timothy Ritchey Martin and wife Donna of Myersville, MD, and Thomas Martin of Northridge, CA, two grandsons, Benjamin and Jonathan, one brother, Lowell, husband of Maya Zuck of Webster Grove, MO, and many nieces and nephews whom she dearly loved.

Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents, Abram and Verdie Zuck.

A memorial services will be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday, December 27, 2007 at the Brethren Village Chapel, 3001 Lititz Pike, Lancaster, with Chaplain Dana Statler and Dr. Robert W. Neff officiating. Private interment in the Bareville Cemetery, West Earl Township, PA. The family will receive friends immediately following the memorial services in the chapel.

Memorial contributions in Evelyn's memory may be sent to The Brethren Village Good Samaritan Fund, 3001 Lititz Pike, Lancaster, PA 17606. Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Akron/Ephrata.
Intelligencer Journal - 12/26/2007
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish



Martin, G. Earl
, 83, PO Box 176, Terre Hill, died at his home on Monday, December 10, 2007, of cardiac complications.

Born in Caernarvon Twp., the youngest of 14 children, he was the son of the late Henry S. and Mattie (Snader) Martin. On June 7, 1947, he was married to Arlene W. Good with whom he celebrated 60 years of marriage.

In June, 1990, Earl was the recipient of one of the first successful liver transplants in Lancaster County, at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

Founder of his plastering company in 1954, he retired from G. Earl Martin, Inc., after more than 37 years. The company is now known as GEM Wall and Ceiling Contractors and Martin Plastering Contractors. Continuing to run errands for them until 1999, he then enjoyed woodworking as a hobby. His greatest enjoyment, however, was having his family come home to spend time.

He was a member of Calvary Church, Lancaster, the Friendship ABF Class, and a small group prayer fellowship.

Surviving besides his wife are four sons and two daughters, Larry, husband of Lena Mae Stoltzfus of East Earl, Linda, wife of James Kreider of Nottingham, Lonnie, husband of Marion Hess of East Earl, Lisa, wife of Jonathan Frank of East Earl, Loren, husband of Beth Anne Bucher, and Ladd, husband of Sharon Buckwalter both of Terre Hill; 16 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; and a sister, Edith Gingrich of Lititz.

He was preceded in death by five brothers and seven sisters, Carrie, Anna Weaver, Lizzie Weaver, Samuel, Mattie, Henry, Fannie, Aaron, Leah Hurst, Walter, Lydia, and Charles.

Memorial services will be held on Thursday evening, December 13, at 7:00 p.m. at Weaverland Mennonite Church, East Earl, with the Reverend Leon Hurst and the Reverend Steve Kornbau of Downingtown officiating. The family will receive guests on Thursday from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. and again after the service at the Church. There will be a private interment prior to the service.

The family requests, in lieu of flowers, that contributions in Earls memory be sent to: Teen Challenge International, PO Box 98, Rehrersburg, PA 19550; Calvary Church Mission Fund, 1051 Landisville Road, Lancaster, PA 17601; or Hospice of Lancaster County, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125.
 
Intelligencer Journal - 12/12/2007
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish



Martin, Henry E., Jr.
78, of Lancaster, died peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, October 20, 2007.

Born March 16, 1929 in Manheim Township, he was the son of the late Henry E. Sr., and Barbara S. Hollinger Martin.

He was married 56 years this past June to Ruth Tyson Martin.

For 20 years, Henry was a partner in the Henry E. Martin and Sons Truck Sales. In 1971 he bought the Mohn Brothers Buick Agency and later renamed it Martin Buick, Inc. He was an antique car enthusiast and still owned a 1982 Buick Rivera with 14,000 original miles at the time of his death.

Mr. Martin was a member of the Neffsville Mennonite Church where he served as treasurer for 32 years, was an usher and served on several building committees. He had also served as treasurer of the Atlantic Coast Conference of the Mennonite Church. He was a graduate of the Manheim Township High School Class of 1947.

Henry had served on the Warwick Union School Board and on the building committee of the Middle School. He was a member and past president of the Metropolitan Lancaster Automotive Association.

Surviving besides his wife is a daughter, Denise Kaye Zink of Lancaster; a son, Henry E. Martin III of Mountville; three grandchildren, Chad Martin, Jenna Martin and Justin Martin all of Lancaster; a great grandson Anthony Cooper; a brother, Richard H. husband of Esther Keener Martin of Lancaster; a sister-in-law Sarah C. Rudisill Martin widow of his deceased brother Eugene H. Martin of
Lancaster; a brother-in-law and sister-in-law Norman J. and Betty J. Stoltzfus of Leola; eight Martin nieces and nephews and three Stoltzfus nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, October 25, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. at the Neffsville Mennonite Church, 2371 Lititz Pike, Lancaster, PA with Pastors Beth and Harry Jarrett officiating.

Friends may call at the Kearney A. Snyder Funeral Home, 141 E. Orange St., Lancaster, PA on Wednesday evening from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. There will be no viewing at the church on Thursday, however friends may greet the family following the service. Interment will be in the Landis Valley Mennonite Cemetery on Thursday morning at 9:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Henrys memory may be made to Hospice of Lancaster County, 685 Good Drive, P.O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125 or to the Mennonite Central Committee, 21
South 12th Street, Akron, PA 17501. Arrangements by the Kearney A. Snyder Funeral Home.
Intelligencer Journal - 10/22/2007
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish



Martin, Horace M.
, 76, of Terre Hill, died surrounded by his family on Saturday evening, November 17, 2007, at the Ephrata Community Hospital.

Born June 23, 1931 in Goodville, he was the son of the late Guy W. and Edythe (Martin) Martin. He was married 55 years on Dec. 1 to Erma J. (Martin) Martin.

He graduated from New Holland High School in 1950 and retired from Tyson Foods of New Holland after 30 years as a dock Foreman. After retirement he was a part time courier for Blue Ball National Bank.

As a lifetime member of Goodville Mennonite Church he served as choister for 60 years. He enjoyed music and sang in the gospel group "The Goodville Gospelaires." He also enjoyed his family and was a St. Louis Cardinals baseball fan.

Surviving in addition to his wife are four children, LuAnne, married to Terry Hartranft, of Narvon, Leon, married to Linda Martin, of East Earl, Lois Justice, of Denver, and Lori Messner, of East Earl; nine grandchildren; four great grandchildren; two sisters, Ethel, married to Harold Reed, of Terre Hill, and Reba, married to Eugene Brown, of Manheim.

Preceding him in death is an infant daughter, Linda Joan Martin.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 21 at 11 am at Goodville Mennonite Church with the Reverends Bruce Sauder, Nelson Martin, and Harold Reed officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing will be held on Tuesday at the Eckenroth Home for Funerals, 209 E. Main St., Terre Hill, from 6-8 pm and at the Church on Wednesday from 10-11 am. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Mennonite Central Committee, PO Box 500, Akron, PA 17501.
Intelligencer Journal - 11/19/2007
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish



Martin, Jason S.
, 80, of Goshen, IN died December 3, 2007 at his home in Greencroft, Goshen, IN, Elkhart Co., IN.  He was born January 23, 1927 at Wakarusa, Elkhart Co., IN to Joseph E. and Mary Shaum Martin.  On December 25, 1956 in Washington, D.C. he was married to Mary Fuss Baer, who survives.
Surviving are children, Stephen, Philip (Judy Godshalk), Michael (Susan Harter), Judith, and 6 grandchildren.

Also surviving  are 4 brothers, Naaman (Ruth), Allen (Ruth), Rufus (Thelma), and Benjamin (Edith), and 8 sisters, Susie Ramer, Ida Ramer, Bertha Martin, Grace Shirk, Edna Brubaker, Miriam (David) Hoover, Rhoda (Leonard) Martin, and Suetta (James) Bechtel.

One brother, Daniel, (Katie) and 3 sisters, Barbara Brubacher, Emma Ramer and Ruth Brubaker. preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held December 9, 2007 at Yellow Creek (Brick) Mennonite Church, Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN.  His body was donated to Indiana University Medical Center for research and will be buried later in Olive Mennonite Church Cemetery Elkhart, IN.


He was a member of Mennonite Church USA.

Submitted by: Phyllis Miller,  South Bend, IN

Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Jason S. Martin

Jan. 23, 1927 – Dec. 3, 2007

             Jason S. Martin, 80, died Monday evening, December 3, 2007 in his home at Greencroft Retirement Center in Goshen, Ind. Jason was born in Wakarusa, Ind. to Joseph E. and Mary Shaum Martin on January 23, 1927. He married Mary Fuss Baer on December 25, 1956 in Washington, D.C.

                Jason was a retired Mennonite pastor, church consultant, congregational overseer, and author. He received degrees from Goshen College, Goshen Biblical Seminary, and University of Notre Dame. In addition to serving as pastor and interim pastor of congregations in Indiana, Michigan, Arizona, and Nebraska, he served in 1-W (alternative service) with the Mennonite Board of Missions in Puerto Rico for two years, and taught Spanish at Jimtown High School.

                He is survived by his wife  Mary, three sons, Stephen of Walkerton, Philip (Judy Godshalk) of Plymouth, Michel (Susan Harter) of Wakarusa, a daughter, Judith, of Springfield, Mo., and six grandchildren. He is also survived by four brothers, Naaman (Ruth) of Wakarusa, Allen (Ruth) of Goshen, Rufus (Thelma) of Nappanee, and Benjamin (Edith) of New Market, Va.; and eight sisters, Susie Ramer of Celina Tex., Ida Ramer of Goshen, Bertha Martin of New Paris, Grace Shirk of New Paris, Edna Brubaker of Nappanee, Miriam (David) Hoover of Goshen, Rhoda (Leonard) Martin of Goshen, and Suetta (James) Bechtel of Goshen. A brother, Daniel (Katie), and three sisters, Barbara Brubacher, Emma Ramer, and Ruth Brubaker preceded him in death.

                 Jason chose to donate his body to Indiana University Medical Center for research. Visitation with the family will be at Yellow Creek Mennonite Church [Northwest corner of  Elkhart County Roads 11 and 38] on Friday evening, December 7, 2007 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.

                A memorial service will be held Sunday afternoon December 9, 2007, 2:00 p.m. at Yellow Creek (Brick) Mennonite Church, 64901 C.R. 11, Goshen. Officiating will be Pastors David and Janice Sutter.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mennonite Central Committee.   

Submitted by Thelma Hoover Martin



Martin, Lizzie Mae Weaver Sauder
, 94, of Lititz, entered into rest at Landis Homes, Lititz on Sunday, July 22, 2007.

She was born in Brecknock Township, a daughter of the late Jonas A. and Lizzie M. Nolt Weaver. She was the wife of the late Weaver W. Sauder who died on May 7, 1978 and also of the late Luke Z. Martin who died in 1997.

She was a member of Ephrata Mennonite Church and ran the Sauders Tourist Home in Ephrata from 1965 until 1980.

Lizzie Mae is survived by three step-sons, William A., husband of Elizabeth (Brubaker) Martin of Lititz, Harold E., husband of Lydia (Gehman) Martin of Stevens, and John H., husband of Joyce (Stahl) Martin of Ephrata, four step-daughters, Eleanor Good of Lititz, Janet, wife of John Burkholder of Leola, Betty Ann, wife of Leon Hurst of Ephrata, and Wanda, wife of Wesley Shirk of Narvon, 20 step-grandchildren and 41 step-great-grandchildren.

Besides her husbands and parents, she was also preceded in death by her brother Isaac Martin and her sisters Anna Nolt and Martha Rissler. She was the last of her immediate family.

Services will be held Thursday, July 26, at 10:00 AM at the Ephrata Mennonite Church, 510 Stevens Road, Ephrata, with Pastor Jeff High and Pastor Jack Scandrett officiating. Interment will follow in the Martindale Mennonite Cemetery. A viewing will be held at Landis Homes, Bethany Chapel East on Wednesday, July 25, from 6 to 8 PM and at the church on Thursday from 9 AM until the time of service.
Intelligencer Journal - 7/24/2007
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish



Martin, Lizzie N. Reiff
, 84, of 401 Reidenbach Rd., New Holland, died Thursday, July 12, 2007 at home. She was preceded in death by her husband, LeRoy M. Martin in 2000.

Born in Upper Leacock Twp., she was the daughter of the late Samuel and Susanna (Nolt) Reiff.

A homemaker, she was a member of the New Holland Mennonite Church, Groffdale Conference.

Surviving are her children: Mabel R. Martin, with whom she resided; Paul R. married to Annie (Shirk) Martin, East Earl; LeRoy R. married to Martha (Brubacher) Martin, Morgantown; Ella Mae married to Neal M. Hoover, Mt. Pleasant Mills; Ivan R. married to Arlene (Martin) Martin, Little Cedar, IA; Elizabeth married to James A. Leid, Narvon; and Aaron R. married to Christine (Nolt) Martin, Mohrsville; 50 grandchildren; 54 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Ella married to Harvey Zimmerman, Terre Hill; Edna Hoover, New Holland; Susanna
married to Isaac Hoover, East Earl and a brother Samuel Reiff, New Holland.

She was preceded in death by a son, Melvin R. married Edna (Reiff) Martin, New Holland; an infant son, and two brothers, John and Aaron Reiff.

Her funeral will be held at her late home on Monday, July 16, 2007 at 8:45 AM with further services at 9:30 AM at Weaverland Mennonite Church with Bishop Ben Martin officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery. A viewing will be held at her late home on Sunday from 2 to 4 PM and 6 to 8 PM. Kindly omit flowers. The Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland is in charge of arrangements.
Intelligencer Journal - 7/13/2007
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish



Martin, Lloyd S.
, 67, of Lititz, entered into rest at his residence on Tuesday, November 27, 2007.

Born in New Holland, he was the son of the late Reuben N. and Anna H. (Seibel) Martin. He married Ruth S. (Zimmerman) Martin on April 7, 1963. They celebrated their 44th anniversary this year.

A farmer, he was a member of Lime Rock Mennonite Church, Weaverland Conference.

Besides his wife, he is survived by seven children: Wanda J. Martin of Lititz, Wesley J., married to Bonita Z. (Martin) Martin of Lebanon, Kathleen S., married to Jay David Wenger of Lititz, Timothy A., married to Erla S. (Zimmerman) Martin of Lititz, Ann Y. Martin, at home, Jonathan L., married to Lisa (Sensenig) Martin of Lititz, and Michael L., married to Violet (Musser) Martin of Ephrata; three brothers, Reuben S. Jr., married to Kathy (Zirk) Martin of Ephrata, Clyde S., married to Susan (Patterson) Martin of Ephrata, and Victor S., married to Melody (Blake) Martin of Ephrata; five sisters, Nora S., married to Dr. Hugh Spurgin of Bridgeport, CT, Elizabeth S. Martin of Lititz, Margaret S., wife of George Zimmerman of Lititz, Erla S. Martin of Lancaster, and Joyce S., married to Bruce Heckman of Brownstown; stepmother, Margaret H. (Lauver) Martin of Denver; and 14 Grandchildren.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Bethany Martin.

Funeral services will be held at 9:00 AM on Monday, December 3, 2007 at the Midway Reception Center, East Lexington Road, Brunnerville, with further services at 9:30 AM from the Lime Rock Mennonite Church, Penn Valley Road, Penn Township, with Bishop Lester B. Martin officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery. A viewing will be held from 4:30 to 8:00 PM, Sunday, December 2, at Midway Reception Center.

Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Akron/Ephrata.
Intelligencer Journal - 11/29/2007
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish



Martin, Louis E.
, 83, of 66 Main St., Stouchsburg, died unexpectedly on Saturday, August 25, 2007 in his home. He was the husband of Ada Z. Martin Martin. He was born June 13, 1924 in New Holland a son of the late William Z. and Anna Zimmerman Martin.

He was a retired employee of the Wernersville State Hospital after 20 years of service. He was a member of the Martin's Mennonite Church of the Weaverland Conference, Womelsdorf.

Surviving in addition to his wife are children, Ruth ANn, wife of Lloyd Brubacker, Myerstown; Nora Ella, wife of Leon Martin, Lebanon; Ada Mae, wife of Luke Hoover, Gorin, MO; Louis Earl, husband of Marion Martin, Myerstown; Mervin Lee, husband of Anna Mae Martin, Richland; Elaine Faye, wife of Paul High, Ephrata; 29 grandchildren; 63 great grandchildren; brothers, William, husband of Frances Martin, New Holland; Leon, husband of Clara Martin, Ephrata; sister, Elva Stauffer, Ephrata. He was preceded in death by a son, Glenn Ray Martin; grandson, Jerry Lynn Martin; great grandsons Darren Reiff and Devin Martin; three brothers and four sisters.

Funeral service will be held Wednesday at 10:00 AM from the Weaverland Mennonite (Framed) Church, Weaverland Road and Route 897, East Earl. Interment in the adjoining cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday from 2 to 4:00 PM and 6 to 8:00 PM at the Fairview Mennonite Reception Center, Jackson Road, Lebanon. Please omit flowers. Clauser Funeral Home, Inc., is handling the arrangements.
Intelligencer Journal - 8/27/2007
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish



Martin, Louis W.,
79, of 464 S. Farmersville Road, Ephrata, formerly of 205 N. Tower Road, New Holland, died unexpectedly Friday, October 19, 2007 at Ephrata Community Hospital.

Born in Earl Twp., he was the son of the late Abraham and Lizzie (Wenger) Martin. His wife, Nettie (Zimmerman) Martin, died July 6, 2006.

Louis was a farmer all his life, retiring in 2004. He was a member of the Weaverland Mennonite Church of the Weaverland Conference.

Surviving are nine children, Marilyn, married to Raymond Rutt of Lititz, Chester, married to Mary (Breneman) Martin of Manheim, Irvin, married to Doris (Nolt) Martin of New Holland, Linda, married to Melvin Zimmerman of Ephrata, Louis, married to Darla (Sauder) Martin of Huntingdon, Alma, married to Melvin Weaver of Ephrata, Lorraine, married to Clair Good of Riverview, FL, Wilmer, married to Karen (Hurst) Martin of Narvon, and Miriam, married to Jay Weaver of
Myerstown; 31 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; and a sister, Emma, married to Paul Rutt of Ephrata.

Preceding him in death is a son, Lamar Martin; two brothers, Lester and David Martin; a sister, Mary Edna Groff; and a son-in-law, Galen Martin.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 24 at 9 am at Fairmount Homes Farm Crest Chapel, 1100 Farm Crest Drive, Ephrata, with further services at 9:45 am at Weaverland Mennonite Church with the Bishop Amos G. Martin officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing will be held at the Farm Crest Chapel on Tuesday from 4-8 pm. Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland.
Intelligencer Journal - 10/22/2007
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish



Martin, Mabel B. Martin
, 87, of 448 Gristmill Rd., New Holland, died Tuesday, August 14, 2007 at her home. She was the wife of Weaver W. Martin to whom she was married for 67 years in July.

Born in Brecknock Twp., she was the daughter of the late Daniel A. and Katie (Bowman) Martin.

A homemaker, she was a member of the Stauffer Mennonite Church, Earl Twp.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by seven sons: Elvin married to Ellen (Halteman) Martin, Souderton; Leroy married to Rachel (Zeiset) Martin, East Earl; Daniel married to Patricia (Hostetler) Martin, Richland; James married to Linda (Johnson) Martin, Mt. Pleasant Mills; Timothy married to Elsie (Glick) Martin, New Holland,; Lloyd married to Roxann (Stauffer) Martin, Fivepointville; Edwin married to Dorothy (Bailey) Martin, Ephrata; eight daughters: Lucy married to Robert Stauffer, Ephrata; Elsie married to Michael Reaver, New Holland; Mary Martin, New Holland; Alta married to Leon Brubacher, Fivepointville; Rachel Martin, New Holland,; Anna married to James Auker, Homer City; Ruth married to Russel Auker, Ephrata; and Julia married to Elmer Brubacher, Leonardtown, MD; 44 grandchildren; 57 great grandchildren; a brother, Daniel B. Martin, Hillsboro, OH and a sister, Elsie B. married to David G. Weaver, Ephrata.

She was preceded in death by two sisters: Verna B. Sensenig and Alice B. Weaver, four half-brothers, 3 half-sisters, and four grandchildren.

Her funeral will be held on Saturday, August 18, 2007 at 8:30 AM at the Robert Stauffer home with further services at 9 AM at the Stauffer Mennonite Church. Interment will follow in the adjoining church cemetery. A viewing will be held at the Robert Stauffer home, 2186 Division Hwy., Ephrata (across from Grace Press) on Friday from 2 - 4 PM and 6 - 8 PM. Kindly omit flowers. The Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill is in charge of arrangements.
Intelligencer Journal - 8/16/2007
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish



Martin, Mahlon S.
, 90, of New Holland, entered into rest at his home on Sunday, November 11, 2007.

Born in Earl Township, he was a son of the late Wilson W. and Sarah S. (Stauffer) Martin. He was the husband of Lizzie W. (Horst) Martin. They were married for over 63 years.

A retired farmer, he was a member of Stauffer Mennonite Church, Earl Township.

Besides his wife, he is survived by four sons, James, husband of Janice L. (Martin) Martin of Narvon, Paul, husband of Lucy W. (Martin) Martin of Ephrata, Clarence, husband of Marilyn (Bowman) Martin of New Holland, and Mahlon H. Martin of East Earl, eight daughters, Eva, wife of David Z. Martin of New Holland, Anna, wife of Nathan L. Martin of Ephrata, Miriam, wife of Joseph M. Weaver of Denver, Kathryn, wife of Eugene M. Martin Auker of Bainbridge, OH,
Lizzie, wife of Chester W. Martin of Bainbridge, OH, Bertha H. Martin at home, Ellen, wife of Melvin M. Brubaker of Port Trevorton, and Norma, wife of Eugene W. Martin of Bainbridge, four brothers, Wilson S. Martin, Marvin S. Martin, both of Port Trevorton, Jacob S. Martin of New Holland, Walter S. Martin of Leonardtown, MD, one sister, Sarah S. Martin of New Holland, 80 grandchildren, and 71 great-grandchildren.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Mabel H. Martin, his brother, Willis S. Martin, and 3 grandchildren.

Services will be held at 8:30 AM on Friday, November 16, 2007 from the late residence, 546 N. Railroad Avenue, New Holland with further services at 9:15 AM at the Stauffer Mennonite Church, East Earl.  Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery. A viewing will be held at the late residence from 2-4 and 6-8 PM, Thursday, November 15.

Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Akron/Ephrata.
Intelligencer Journal - 11/13/2007
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish



Mary F. Zimmerman Martin
, 107, of Ephrata, entered into rest at her residence on Saturday, July 14, 2007.

Born in Earl Township on April 24, 1900, she was a daughter of the late Levi G. and Lizzie (Fox) Zimmerman. She was the wife of the late
Ivan W. Martin. A homemaker, she was a member of Stauffer Mennonite Church.

Mary is survived by two sons, Melvin Z. Martin and Mervin Z., husband of Kathryn (Weaver) Martin, three daughters, Elsie Z. (Martin)
Stauffer, Anna Z. Martin, and Bertha Z., wife of Weaver Auker, with whom she resided, 54 grandchildren, 272 great grandchildren, and 142
great-great grandchildren.

Besides her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by three children: Ruth Brubaker, Elizabeth Sensenig and Ivan Z. Martin, 2
brothers and 1 sister.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, July 17, 2007, at 9:00 AM at her son Melvin's residence, 384 Cabin Drive, Ephrata with further
services at 9:45 AM at Stauffer Mennonite Church, Earl Township. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery. A viewing will be
held from 2-7 PM, Monday, July 16th at 384 Cabin Drive, Ephrata.

Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Akron/Ephrata.
Intelligencer Journal - 7/15/2007
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

 
Martin, Melvin Myer
, 74, of Randallstown, MD died March 13, 2007 at Hospice of West Palm Beach, FL from heart disease.  He was born to Christian Zimmerman and Alva (Myer) Martin.  He was married to Arlene Saks, who survives.

Surviving are children, Jackie Hair, wife of John Hair; Wes Martin, husband of Elizabeth Martin; three children by marriage, Mitchell Saks, husband of Lisa Saks, Howard Saks, husband of Nancy; and Lauren Saks; and ten grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his first wife.

Memorial services were held March 19, 2007 at Neffsville Mennonite Church, Lancaster, PA  with burial in East Petersburg Mennonite Church Cemetery, East Petersburg, PA.

He was a member of Mennonite Church USA.
Submitted by: Barb Martin, Baltimore, MD
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin




Martin, Menno S.


MOUNT OLIVET -- Menno S. Martin, 70, of Kentontown Road, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2007, at his home.

He was born in Selinsgrove on Sept. 23, 1936, a son of the late Enos S. and Katie Stauffer Martin.

Mr. Martin was a retired farmer.

He was a member of Believers Fellowship Mennonite Church, Grove City, Minn. He is survived by his wife, Sadie Byler "Mattie" Martin; five sons, Robert M. (Rachel) Martin of Cottage Grove, Tenn., James E. (Dora) Martin of Robertson County, and David J. Martin, Paul D. Martin and Melvin S. Martin, all of Long Prairie, Minn.; two sisters, Anna S. (George) Martin and Maria Graybill, both of Selinsgrove; and 15 grandchildren.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Aaron Martin, and a sister, Alice Brubaker.

Services were conducted at 9:30 a.m. Monday, Sept. 24, at Pleasant Hill Mennonite Church of Sunrise by Robert Burkholder, Melvin Byler and Melvin Beachy.  Burial was in Pleasant Hill Mennonite Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Pleasant Hill Mennonite Church of Sunrise, 486 Hill Lane, Cynthiana, KY 41031.
Arrangements were under the direction of Ware Funeral Home.
Sunbury Daily Item - 9/25/2007
Sunbury, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Molly K. Koch
, 93, of Leola died September 17, 2007 at Denver Nursing Home. Born in Lititz, PA, she was the daughter of the late Elam and Minnie Butzer Koch. Molly was a homemaker and a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Lancaster.

Surviving are two daughters: Vivian, wife of Tony Colatta of Leola, Cindy, wife of the late Richard Harsh, one son, Kenneth Reynold, husband of Thelma Martin of Lancaster, twelve grandchildren, twenty-three great grandchildren, two great, great grandchildren.

Molly was preceded in death by a grandchild, eight brothers and sisters.

A funeral service will be held at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home and Chapel, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA on Thursday, September 20, 2007 at 10:30 AM. Interment will be in Bergstrasse Lutheran Cemetery, Ephrata.
Intelligencer Journal - 9/18/2007
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish



Martin, Nevin H.


MIFFLINBURG -- Nevin H. Martin, 14 months, of 334 Beaver Road, entered into rest suddenly and unexpectedly at 7:13 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2007, at home.  He was born June 6, 2006, in Mifflinburg, a son of Jason S. and Pauline M. (Horning) Martin of Mifflinburg.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by a brother, Gerald H. Martin, and two sisters, Lucille H. Martin and Karen H. Martin, all at home; paternal grandparents, Mervin H. and Annetta M. Martin of Mifflinburg; maternal grandparents, Samuel Z. and Alice M. Horning of Mifflinburg; maternal great-grandmothers, Mary Shirk of Goodville and Lydia Ann Martin of Ephrata; paternal great-grandparents, Amos L. and Frances M. Martin of Terre Hill and Mahlon W. and Mary M. Horning of East Earl; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Leonard H. Martin, who died Jan. 13, 1999.

Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday at the Jason S. Martin home, 334 Beaver Road, Mifflinburg. Further services will be held at 10 a.m. at Vicksburg Old Order Mennonite Church, Beaver Run Road, Mifflinburg. Officiating will be Bishop Levi N. Martin, Lloyd R. Zimmerman, Esra M. Zimmerman and Amos W. Nolt.

Visitors will be received by the family at the Martin home from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday and on Saturday morning before the time of the service.  Interment will be in Vicksburg Old Order Mennonite Church Cemetery, Buffalo Township, Union County.

Serving as pallbearers will be Clyde S. Martin, Loren S. Martin, Leroy M. Horning and Luke Ray Horning.

Please omit flowers.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Schwartz-Adamo Funeral and Cremation Services, 247 Chestnut St., Mifflinburg.
Sunbury Daily Item - 8/9/2007
Sunbury, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish



Martin, Paul E.


GOSHEN -- Paul E. Martin, 80, of, 22127 Seneca Drive, died at 5:21 p.m. Thursday (May 31, 2007) at Courtyard Healthcare, Goshen.

He was born April 29, 1927, in Bassano, Alberta, Canada, to Samuel H. and Olive (Barkdoll) Martin. On Sept. 5, 1948, in Elida, Ohio, he married Charlotte L. Ramer.

She survives along with three daughters, Ann (Greg) Wisler of Goshen, Carolyn F. Martin of Conrath, Wis., and Valerie L. (Marlin) King of Elida; two sons, Elwin D. Martin of Bruce, Wis., and Gregg L. Martin of Elida; 13 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; one sister, Ruth Reber of Alberta; and three brothers, Sam and James Martin, both of Alberta, and Richard Martin of Harrisonburg, Va.

He was preceded in death by one great-grandson, Caleb Lawton; two sisters, Ethel Ramer and Lula Roth; and three brothers, Joe, Fred and John Martin.

Friends may call from 9:30 a.m. until the 11 a.m. Tuesday funeral service at Rieth-Rohrer-Ehret Funeral Home, 311 S. Main St., Goshen. Pastor Ben Shirk will officiate and burial will be at West Goshen Cemetery.

Mr. Martin was a route man for Stivers in New Paris, a retired minister and a member of Mount Joy Mennonite Church.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Goshen General Hospital Care at Home/Hospice.
Elkhart Truth - 6/2/2007
Elkhart, IN
Submitted by: Robert Fish



Martin, Raymond R.
, 65, of Ephrata, entered peacefully in the arms of Jesus at the Ephrata Community Hospital, Ephrata on Thursday, May 10, 2007.

He was born in Brecknock Twp. Pa, a son of Elam G. and Lillian W. Redcay Martin of Ephrata.

Raymond had attended the Martindale Mennonite Church (Weaverland Conference) and enjoyed singing and listening to music. He will be missed by his family and friends, and fondlly remembered for his friendly waves and handshakes. He enjoyed throwing ball and doing the dishes as his favorite chore.

Surviving are his parents, 3 brothers, Solomon R. husband of Mildred Bauman Martin of Ephrata, Alvin R. husband of Shirley Ristenbatt Martin of Lebanon, and Leon R. husband of Sandra Sweigart Martin of Denver, 3 sisters, Elizabeth wife of Adam W. Horst of Morrisville, Mary wife of Irvin M. Weaver of Hinkletown, and Irene wife of Brian Witmer , with whom he resided, 16 nieces and nephews, 14 great nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by a brother Mervin R. Martin.

Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 AM on Tuesday, May 15, 2007 at the Farm Crest Chapel of Fairmount Homes, CatsBack Road Ephrata, with further services at 10:00 AM at the Martindale Frame Mennonite Church with Bishop Amos G. Martin and ministers Ivan B. Hurst,Merle Nolt and Harlan Martin officiating.

Interment will follow in the adjoining church cemetery. Friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8 PM, Monday, May 14th at the FarmCrest Chapel of Fairmount Homes.

Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Akron/Ephrata.
Intelligencer Journal - 5/12/2007
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Robert E.
, 73, of Leola, PA went home to be with his Lord while surrounded by his adoring family at his home on Tuesday, May 1, 2007 after
a four month battle with cancer.

Born in New Holland, PA he was the son of the late Mahlon W. & Elsie V. (Harnish) Martin.

Robert is survived by his loving wife, Janet Hershey Martin. They would have celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary on November 11, 2007.

In 1962 Robert began his auction career along with the late Frank Steller and later established the Robert E. Martin & Sons Auctioneering firm which continues today under the guidance of his sons. Robert volunteered his love of auctioneering to benefit many local organizations including Friendship Community, Landis & Calvary Homes, Lancaster Mennonite School, Open Door Youth Center and many local fire companies. Robert farmed, along with his son, Jeffrey, on the Martin Homestead founded in 1909. He was a member of the Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Committee. He served on numerous agricultural organization boards including the Lancaster Farm & Home Center, New Holland Farm Show and the Eastern Milk Producers Cooperative where he served as president for 29 yrs. He was an active leader in the New Holland 4-H Baby Beef Club.

Robert was a life long member of the Groffdale Mennonite Church where he served in numerous roles as Trustee, Building Committee Member, Sunday School Teacher and as a member of the Hospitality Committee. He was a supportive member of the Gideons.

Robert's love of life and commitment to Christ, his family and friends is his legacy. He enjoyed traveling, entertaining with his wife in their home, spending time with his children and grandchildren. The twinkle in his eye and the smile he had for everyone he met will be sorely missed by those of us who loved him most.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by four children: Michael L. husband of Marilyn Groff Martin, Strasburg, Jeffrey R. husband of Anne Yoder Martin, New Holland, Kathy L. wife of John M. Frey, Lancaster, and Janae M. wife of Christopher Smiley, Lancaster; ten grandchildren, Ryan Martin husband of Brooke, Amanda Martin, fiancé of Alex Ranck, Cassidy, Christopher & Chadman Martin, Carsen & Sara Catherine Frey, Logan, Hudson & Nyah Smiley; two sisters, Viola Gochnauer, Lititz; Arlene wife of Martin Brubaker, Mount Joy; two brothers Samuel husband Sarah Martin, New Holland, Richard husband of Beulah Martin, New Holland.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, Jacob & LeRoy Martin; three sisters, Eva Horst, Dorothy Peters and Ruth Nark.

Family and friends are invited to attend the funeral service at the Groffdale Mennonite Church, 168 N. Groffdale Rd., Leola on Monday, May 7 at 10:00 a.m. with interment following in the adjoining cemetery. A viewing will be held on Sunday, May 6 at Groffdale Mennonite Church from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. and from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. and 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. on Monday.

Those desiring may send contributions in Robert's memory to American Cancer Society, 314 Good Dr. Lancaster, PA 17603-9983 or Open Door Youth Center, 6 Keystone Court, Leola, PA 17540.

Furman Home for Funerals, Leola.
Intelligencer Journal - 5/3/2007
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish



Martin, Ruth B. Brubaker
, 99, of 333 Wheatridge Dr., Ephrata, formerly of Blue Ball, died Thursday, August 9, 2007 at Fairmount Home, Ephrata.

Born in Ephrata on Dec. 25, 1907, she was the daughter of the late David E. and Mary R. "Mamie" (Burkholder) Brubaker. Her husband, Paul M. Martin, died on Sept. 2, 1992. She was a member of Weaverland Mennonite Church and its sewing circle.

Surviving are two sons, Jay L., married to Florence (Horst) Martin, and John A., married to Marilyn (Boyd) Martin, both of East Earl; a daughter, Janet E., married to Kenneth Clemenich of Alexandria; 11 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; three great great grandchildren; and a sister-in-law, Virginia Brubaker of California.

Preceding her in death are a brother, J. Lloyd Brubaker; a sister, Laura B. Messner; and a great grandson, Seth Martin.

She spent much of her life as a housewife and support for her husband, Paul, who owned the Blue Ball Garage. She also volunteered for various groups as Blue Ball Fire Co., New Holland Re-Uzit Shop, and Black Rock Retreat. She also made many articles of clothing for AMG International and kept tourists in her home for many years. Her hobbies included crocheting and raising flowers. She enjoyed family, including her grandchildren, her great grandchildren and her great,
great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 18, at 2 PM at Weaverland Mennonite Church. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery.

Intelligencer Journal - 8/11/2007
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish



Martin, Samuel H.
, 85, of 124 E. Conestoga St., New Holland, died Thursday afternoon at Fairmount Homes where he resided for the last 18 months. He is survived by his wife, Sarah M. (Ziemer) Martin with whom he would have shared 65 years of marriage on July 18.

Born in Upper Leacock Twp., he was the son of the late Mahlon W. and Elsie V. (Harnish) Martin.

Sam was a custodian at Garden Spot High School, retiring in 1987. He had also worked part-time at the former Dauphin Deposit Bank.

He was a member of the Groffdale Mennonite Church.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Miriam L. married to Leonard J. Martin, New Holland; two grandchildren, Jeffrey L. Martin and Jodi L. Waltz; two great grandchildren, Tyler and Abby Waltz; a brother, M. Richard Martin, New Holland; and two sisters, Viola Gochnauer, Landis Homes; and Arlene married to Martin Brubaker, Mt. Joy.

He was preceded in death by three brothers: J. Jacob Martin, Leroy Martin, and Robert E. Martin and three sisters: Eva Horst, Ruth Nark, and Dorothy Peters.

His funeral will be held on Monday, July 2, 2007 at 11 AM at the Groffdale Mennonite Church with Charles Wert officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery. A viewing will be held at the church on Monday from 10 to 11 AM. The Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland, is in charge of arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 6/29/2007
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish



Martin, Weaver W.
, 73, of 1223 Main St., East Earl, died Tuesday, September 4, 2007 at Lancaster Regional Medical Center. He was married to Esther (Horst) Martin for 53 years on June 26.

Born in Caernarvon Twp., he was the son of the late Henry and Mary (Weaver) Martin.

He owned and operated Weaver W. Martin Livestock Hauling for the past 44 years and was a member of Lichty Mennonite Church.

Surviving in addition to his wife are two sons: Leon married to Roxanne (Sauder) Martin, Ephrata and Lonnie married to Karen (Martin) Martin, East Earl; four daughters: Lou Ann married to Aaron Martin, East Earl; Edna married to Mervin Fox, Morgantown; Linda Hurst, Ephrata and Elaine Weaver, Ephrata; 10 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; a sister, Martha Ringler, East Earl and three brothers: Dave Martin, Narvon; Ivan Martin, East Earl; and Levi Martin, New Holland.

He was preceded in death by a grandson, Ralph Fox, a son-in-law Leo Weaver, a brother Amos Martin and a sister Mary Wenger.

His funeral will be held on Saturday, September 8, 2007 at 2 PM at the Martindale Mennonite Church, 171 Hurst Rd., Ephrata (Martindale). Interment will be in Lichty Mennonite Cemetery. A viewing will be held at the Martindale Mennonite Church on Friday from 1 to 4 PM and 6 to 8 PM and on Saturday from 1 to 2 PM. Kindly omit flowers.

Contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 610 Community Way, Lancaster, PA 17603. The Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill is in charge of arrangements.
Intelligencer Journal - 9/6/2007
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish



Mast, Rachel Maxine Whitehead Mishler
, 81, of Goshen, IN died September 30 2007 at Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN from cancer.  She was born March 1, 1926 at Topeka, LaGrange Co., IN  to LeRoy and Mary (Sherck) Mishler.  On March 20 1993 at Goshen Elkhart Co., IN she was married to Harley Mast, who was born September 27, 1925 and survives.  Her first husband, Wendell Whitehead, who she married November 28, 1942 in Warsaw, IN, died October 25, 1991.

Surviving are daughter, Gayle (Richard) Anderson, Palm Bay, Florida; four sons, Kirby (Jane) Whitehead and Jim (Sally) Whitehead), Goshen, Indiana; Gary (Barbara) Whitehead, Elkhart and Bob Whitehead, Warne, North Carolina; step-son Duane (Diane) Mast, Millersburg, IN; two step-daughers, Nancy (Lennis) Troyer, Burr Oak, MI and Fern Mast of Goshen, IN, nine grandchildren, and 24 great-grandchildren.

Also surviving are three sisters, Carolyn (Del) Freeman, Rancho Mirage, CA; Phyllis (Ted) Miller, Middlebury, IN and Margaret Tarman, Goshen, IN.

 A brother, Robert Mishler preceded her in death.

She was a member of Clinton Frame Mennonite Church where she was active in her Sunday School class. She attended many fast pitch softball games throughout the area as her first husband, Wendell, played with many teams in northern Indiana. She and her second husband Harley, enjoyed many travels together. She enjoyed cooking and baking for her children and grandchildren. Rachel, a homemaker, worked for Miles Laboratory in Elkhart and later for the Elkhart County Governmnet Auditors office.

Memorial services were held October 3, 2007 at Clinton Frame Mennonite Church, Goshen, IN  with burial in Violett Cemetery, Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN.

Submitted by: Karen Troyer, Goshen, IN
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin



Maust, Emma L. Fisher
, 97, of Pigeon, Michigan died November 10, 2007 at Pigeon, Michigan.  She was born November 7, 1910 in Johnson Co., Iowa to Daniel and Ida (Miller) Fisher.  She was married to Joseph Maust, who is deceased.

Surviving are children, Myra Gerstenschlager, Joseph (Diane) Maust, Doug (Marilyn) Maust, 7 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren.

Memorial services were held November 13, 2007 at Michigan Avenue Mennonite Church, Pigeon, Michigan.

She was a member of Mennonite Church USA.
Submitted by: Scot Wilson, Pigeon, Michigan
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Mendel, Katie Hofer,
99, of Freeman, SD died January 2, 2007 at Freeman, Hutchinson Co., SD of natural causes.  She was born January 1, 1908 at Doltonf, SD to Jacob and Rebecca (Hofer 06/03/1884-03/05/1972) Hofer.  On March 6, 1959 she was married to Jacob J. Mendel, whois deceased.

Surviving are step children: Lorraine Hofer, LaVerne Mendel and wife Janice , Doris Schmidt, eight grandchildren, twenty great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.

Memorial services were held January 5, 2007 at Hutterthal Mennonite Church, Freeman, Hutchinson Co., SD with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

She was a member of Mennonite Church USA.
Submitted by: Kathy Pullman, Freeman, SD
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin



Merry, Elvera Miller Baumgartner,
82, of Castorland, New York died May 10, 2007 at Lowville, NY. She was born December 8, 1924 at Lowville, NY to Leon and Ethel (Austin) Miller.  On November 13, 1943 she was married to Nelson Baumgartner, who is deceased.  In February 1980 she was married to Stanley Merry who predeceased her in 1995.

Surviving are children, Linda and James Seitz, Kay and Bruce Monnat, Pam and Rick Salaway, ten grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

Also surviving is a sister-in-law, Sylvia Miller.  She was preceded in death by a son, Brandt Baumgartner and a brother, Harold Miller.

Memorial services were held May 15, 2007 at First Mennonite Church of New Bremen, Lowville New York with burial in Riverside Annex, Beaver Falls, NY.

She was a member of Mennonite Church USA.
Submitted by: Geneva Virkler, Lowville, NY
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin



Miller, Carley June Erb
, 84, of Goshen, IN died August 7, 2007 at Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN.  She was born November 30, 1922 at Wellman, Iowa to Jacob and Erma (Miller) Erb.  On May 24, 1944 she was married to Galen R. Miller, who is deceased.

Surviving are children, Scott Miller, Duane (Laura) Miller, Tilllman (Shonne) Miller, Donald Miller, Marla (Leon) Graber, Gretchen (Ken) Vasquez, twelve grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

Also surviving is a sister, Shirley Gingerich.  She was preceded in death by a son, Tillman Miller, a sister, Lois Liechty and a brother, Lowell Erb.

Memorial services were held August 15, 2007 at Gathering Place of Evergreen at Greencroft, Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN.

She was a member of Mennonite Church USA.
Submitted by: Ethel Hoffman, Goshen IN
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin



Miller, Christina
, 81, of Sarasota, FL died August 22, 2007 at Sarasota, FL from natural causes. She was born October 4, 1925 at Kalona, IA to David and Fannie (Ropp) Miller. 

Surviving are three brothers, Harley and wife Clara Miller; William and wife Mattie Miller; Raymond and wife Mary Miller; and three sisters, Lydia Miller, Mary Miller and Ellen Miller.
 
A brother, Manass Miller and a sister, Esther Miller, preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held August 26 2007 at Sunnyside Conservative Mennonite Church, Kalona, Iowa with burial in South Gingerich Cemetery, Kalona, Iowa.

Submitted by: Bonnie Pickard, Kalona, IA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, Clifford D.
, 72, of Allen, MD died June 10, 2007 at Allen, MD of  heart related problems.  He was born November 15, 1934  at Westover, MD to Lester and Clara Miller.  He was married to Phyllis Kolb, who survives. Clifford and Phyllis enjoyed 51 years of marriage.

Surviving are daughters, Carol Aydelotte, Vicki Gragen, Juli Anderson and husband Steve Anderson, three grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.

Clifford had a life long love for farming. First as a dairy farmer in Vermont and later as a chicken farmer in Salisbury, MD. He moved to Allen to retire and enjoy biking, travel and chopping wood for his fireplace.

Memorial services were held June 24, 2007  at Holly Grove Mennonite Church, Westover, MD with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

He was a member of Mennonite Church USA.
Submitted by: Donna Good
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin




Miller, Clifford R.
, 23, of Champaign, formerly of Arcola, passed away at 11 a.m. Sunday, June 17, 2007, at Lake Shelbyville in Shelby County.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. today (Thursday) at the Raymond B. Miller residence, 465 E. CR. 400 N, Arthur, with Bishop Jacob Stutzman officiating. Burial will be in Miller Cemetery.

Visitation is anytime prior to the service. Edwards Funeral Home Arcola, is in charge of arrangements.

Mr. Miller was born August 5, 1983, in Decatur. He was a son of Raymond B. and Ruth Elaine Kemp Miller.

Survivors include his parents; two brothers, LaVern R. Miller and Jason R. Miller, both of Arthur; four sisters, Miriam Marie Hochstetler and husband Nelson, Christina Ruth Miller, Loretta Fern Miller, and Barbara Sue Miller, all ofArthur; his paternal grandmother, Susanna Schrock Miller of Arcola; and his maternal grandfather, Elmer Glenn Kemp of Arthur.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Ben S. Miller; maternal grandmother, Ella Yoder Kemp; and one sister, Rhoda Elaine Miller.
Mr. Miller was a self-employed contractor.

Taken from the Arthur Graphic Clarion Thur June 21, 2007.
Submitted by: Liz Kauffman, Arcola, IL





Miller, Edna M.
89, of Arthur passed away at 11:35 a.m. Thursday, March 22, 2007, at The Arthur Home. Funeral service's were held Sunday afternoon at Sunnyside Mennonite Church in ru-ral Arcola with Pastor Lonnie Gingerich and Pastor Larry Rocke officiating. Burial was in Sunnyside Mennonite Church Cemetery. Visitation was Saturday evening at the church.  Edwards Fu-neral Home assisted the family with arrangements.

Mrs. Miller was born September 20, 1917, in Douglas County.  She was a daughter of Jacob F. and Fannie Stutzman Kauffman. She married William J. Miller on January 12, 1939 in Douglas County. He passed away on January 4, 2006.

Survivors include two daughters, Marie Wallace and husband Will of Macon, Mississippi, and Dorothy Miller of Decatur; one daugh-ter-in-law, Martha Ann Kaufman and husband Melvin of Sarasota, Florida; one sister, Mary Ann Miller and husband Dan of Arthur; eight grandchildren, Roger Kaufman of Sarasota, Gene Kaufman and wife JoAnn of Sullivan, Cheryl Kaufman and husband Kent of Sarasota, Rhonda Pike and husband Todd of Sarasota, Wesley Wallace of Macon, Mississippi, Amy Pauls and husband Tim of Philadelphia, Mississippi, Rachel Liddell .and husband Joshua. of Jack-son, Mississippi, and Marcus Wallace of Macon, Missis-sippi; and nine great-grand-children.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; one son, Marvin Miller; one daughter, Annie Miller; four brothers, Alvin, Eli, Melvin, and Joe Kauffman, and one sister, Bertha Miller. Mrs. Miller was a home-maker and. member of the Sunnyside Mennonite Church.

Submitted by: Liz Kauffman, Arcola, IL
From: Arthur Graphic Clarion, Arthur, IL March 29, 2007




Miller, Eli William,
79, of Arthur passed away at 11:45 p.m. Friday, January 5, 2007, at St. Mary's Hospital in Decatur.

Funeral services were held Monday morning at the Steve Kauffman residence in rural Arthur with Bishop Eli Schlabach officiating. Burial was in Miller Cemetery in rural Arcola. Visitation was anytime prior to the funeral service at the Kauffman residence. Edwards Funeral Home, Arcola, assisted the family with funeral arrangements.

Mr. Miller was born May 15, [1927] in Arthur. He was a son of Levi G. and Carrie J. Kauffman Miller. He married Caroline W Schrock on September 12, 1946, in Arthur. She passed away on July 3, 2001.

Survivors include one son, Levi William Miller and wife Irene of Arthur; one daughter, Elsie Marie Miller of Arthur; one brother, Harvey L. Miller. of Middlebury, Indiana; four sisters, Fannie J. Bontrager of Peru, Indiana, Ann Kuhns and husband Jerry of Arthur, Lela Reynolds of Arthur, and Mary Yoder and husband Edwin of Arcola; and eight grandchildren, Larry William Miller, Carolyn Marie Miller, Wilbur Ray Miller, Gary Dale Miller, Marcus Eli Miller, Lavern Jay Miller, Rosanna Kay Miller, and Willard Lynn Miller.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his, wife. Mr. Miller was a retired farmer and harness maker. He was a member of the Old Order Amish.

Arthur Graphic-Clarion, Thursday, January 11, 2007
Submitted by: Lizzie Ann Kauffman, Arcola, IL



Miller, Ethel B. Burkhart
, 92, of Landisville, PA died July 16, 2007 at Landisville, Lancaster County, PA.  She was born November 11, 1914 at Millersville, PA to William R and Amanda N. (Breneman) Burkhart.  On June 25, 1938 she was married to Reverend Arthur H. Miller (born 11/6/1913), who survives.

Surviving are children, Edwin B., married to Mary Landis Miller; Landisville; Barbara Ann, married to Luke F. Brubaker, Mount Joy;  Marian Jean, wife of the late Raymond Lefever, Milton; Dr. Richard B., married to Fannie Bomberger Miller, Stuarts Draft, VA; J. Martin, married to Ferne Longenecker Miller, Landisville; and Donald B., married to Marilyn Lehman Miller, Elizabethtown; 17 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren and a sister, Edna B. Esbenshade, Lititz.

She was preceded in death by a sister, Fannie B. Mellinger.

Memorial services were held July 20, 2007 at Landisville Mennonite Church, Landisivlle, Lancaster County, PA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

She was a member of Mennonite Church USA.
Submitted by: Christy Heatwole, Landisville, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin




Miller, Howard D., 78, of Lowville, NY died August 4, 2007 at Utica, New York.  He was born May 22, 1929 at Waynesboro, Virginia to Hobert and Blanche (Wilkins) Nesselrodt..  On November 26 1954 at Lowville, Lewis Co., New York he was married to Ruth Anna Jantzi, who was born November 17, 1931 and survives.

Surviving are children: two daughters and their husbands, Heidi M. and Dr. Tad Heinz, Carmeleta M. and David Beidler; two sons and their wives, Howard D. and Cheryl Miller, Sven E. and Laurie Miller, and nine grandchildren.

Also surviving are a brother and his wife, Joseph and Sue Miller; and a sister Frances Smith.       

Memorial services were held August 6 2007 at Lowville Mennonite Church, Lowville, Lewis Co., New York with burial in Croghan Mennonite Cemetery, Croghan, New York.

He was a member of Mennonite Church USA.
Submitted by: Susan Boldt,  Lowville, NY
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, John Wertz

KALONA - John Wertz Miller was born August 12, 1922 in Kalona, Iowa the son of Urie and Amanda (Wertz) Miller. He graduated from Center High School in 1942 and attended Hesston College. On October 4, 1944 he was united in marriage to Arlene Hochstetler at the Lower Deer Creek Mennonite Church in rural Kalona. They lived in Iowa City for 57 years where John was employed for Sieg Auto Supply for 39 years until his retirement in 1988. They moved to Kalona in 2001. He was an active member of the Lower Deer Creek Mennonite Church and the Model A Car Club. He enjoyed volunteering at the Crowded Closet and working on cars. John died on Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at Pleasantview Home in Kalona following a long illness at the age of 84 years.

John is survived by his wife Arlene of Kalona; 2 daughters - Jane Gingerich of Punta Gorda, Florida; Julie Derstine and husband Daryl of Blooming Glen, Pennsylvania; 4 grandchildren Todd Gingerich and wife Jennifer, Wade Gingerich and wife Aimee, Rachel Derstine and Ingrid Derstine; and a sister - Kathryn Yoder of Kalona. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, April 2, 2007 at the Lower Deer Creek Mennonite Church in rural Kalona. Pastor Don Patterson and Pastor Dick Swartzendruber will officiate. Burial will be in the Lower Deer Creek Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday at the Yoder-Powell Funeral Home in Kalona where the family will greet friends from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. A memorial fund has been established Water For Life and the Lower Deer Creek Mennonite Church.

Messages and tributes may be sent to the family at www.powellfuneralhomes.com
Submitted by: Charles Yoder
From: Yoder-Powell Funeral Home, Kalona, Iowa

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Miller, John Wertz, 84, of Kalona, Washington, IA died March 28, 2007 at Kalona, Washington Co., IA following a long illness.  He was born August 12, 1922 to Urie and Amanda (Wertz) Miller.  On October 4, 1944 he was married to Arlene Hochstetler, who survives.

Surviving are two daughters, Jane Gingerich of Punta Gorda, FL and Julie Derstine of Blooming Glen, PA, four grandchildren and  a sister, Kathryn Yoder of Kalona.       

Memorial services were held April 2, 2007 at Lower Deer Creek Mennonite Church, Kalona, Johnson Co., IA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

He was a member of Mennonite Church USA.
Submitted by: Marcia Miller, Kalona, IA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin




Miller, Mae Schrock
, 90, of Archbold, OH died June 2, 2007 at Archbold, OH of natural causes.  She was born April 15, 1917 in Lagrange, IN  to John and Polly (Hostetler) Schrock.  On June 5, 1938 she was married to Eli Miller, who died September 6, ____.

Surviving are children, Gary (Kathi) Miller; Carolyn (Clifford) Klopfenstein; Ruth Ann (Jerry) Wittrig, five grandchildren, and eleven great-grandchildren.

Burial was in Pettisville Cemetery, Pettisville, OH.

He was a member of Mennonite Church USA.
Submitted by: Dana Short
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin




Miller, Margaret
, 83, of Wellman, Iowa died January 4, 2007.  She was born to George and Katie E Miller.  Memorial services were held January 8, 2007 at Powell Funeral Home, Wellman, Iowa.  She was a member of Mennonite Church USA
.

Submitted by: Unknown
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, Marner
, 93, of Goshen, IN died October 7, 2007 at Goshen, IN. He was born June 24, 1914 at Brandon, Colorado to Abraham and Lena (Marner) Miller.  On February 16, 1936 at Kalona, Iowa he was married to Lala M. Miller, who survives.

Surviving are children, Shirley (Lowell) Miller; David (Barbara) Miller; Larry (Eleanor) Miller; 12 grandchildren, and 29 great-grandchildren.

 A son, Marlin Miller, three sisters: Mabel Bontrager, Lydia Troyer, and Velma Yoder, and five brothers: Albert Miller, Ernest Miller, Milo Miller, Ammon Miller, and Annas Miller preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held October 12, 2007 at College Mennonite Church, Goshen, IN with burial in Violett Cemetery, Goshen, IN.

Marner owned businesses in poultry, LP gas, movile home, recreational vehicle, and ambulance industries. He was on the first Greencroft board of directors and served on the board for 13 years. He also served as a board member of Salem Bank and Trust Co., Goshen.

He was a member of Mennonite Church USA.
Submitted by: Ethel Hoffman, Goshen IN
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin



Miller, Patricia Anne
, 60, of North Canton, OH died October 16, 2007.  She was born June 29, 1947 at Springfield, Clark County, Ohio.  She was married to William R. Miller, who survives, along with children, William R. II "Billy" Miller; Jennifer Sue "Jenny" and Paul Wetshtein; Jacob "Jake" Miller, and two grandchildren.

Memorial services were held October 20, 2007 at Hartville Mennonite Church, Hartville, Stark County, Ohio.
Submitted by: Leah Knotts, Hartville, OH
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin




Miller, Rosa Bontrager
, 90, of Middlebury, Indiana died June 24, 2007 at Middlebury, Indiana. She was born October 14, 1916 at LaGrange County, Indiana to John I. and Barbara (Miller) Bontrager.  On March 20, 1943 at Middlebury, Indiana she was married to Manasses C. Miller who was born June 7, 1904 and died January 1, 1982.

Surviving are two daughters, Vicki (Jim) Fidler, Linda (Gregory) Stemm, nine grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren.

Also surviving are her siblings: Edna Coblentz, Ida Herschberger, Lydia Mae (Joe) Kauffman, Lee Bontrager, and Mahlon Bontrager.

She was preceded in death by brothers: Perry Bontrager, Harry Bontrager, Mel Bontrager, Harley Bontrager, and sisters: Katie Ann Chupp, Anna Miller, and Laura Nissley,

Rosa was a homemaker and worked at Ivers Lee, Shipshewana, and Goshen Cushions as a seamstress for ten years, retiring in 1979. She did custom clothing alterations as well. She was a member of First Mennonite Church, Middlebury. She was also the first queen of the Middlebury Summer Festival.

Memorial services were held June 27, 2007 at First Mennonite Church, Middlebury, Indiana with burial in Grace Lawn Cemetery Middlebury, Indiana.

Submitted by: DeRoy Kauffman Middlebury, IN
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin



Miller, Victor
, 87, of Elkhart, IN died September 24, 2007 at Elkhart, IN. He was born December 10, 1919 at New Haven, IN to Joseph and Amelia (Delagrange) Miller.  On January 11, 1945 at New Haven, IN he was married to Marie Peters , who was born July 26, 1922 and survives.

Surviving are children, Carol (Stan) Histand, Vici (Mike) Vogel, Terry (Debbie) Miller, seven grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren.

Brothers: Noah, Joseph Jr., and James and sister: Margaret Lengacher preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held September 29, 2007 at Central Church, Fort Wayne, IN with burial in Yaggy Cemetery Grabill, IN.

He was a member of Mennonite Church USA.
Submitted by: Winifred Saner, Elkhart, IN
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin




Miller, Willis A.
, 52, of Arthur passed away at 6:33 p.m. Friday, February 23, 2007, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana.
Funeral services were held Monday morning at the Noah Miller residence in ru-ral Arthur with Bishop Ervin Miller officiating: Burial was in Otto Cemetery. Visitation was held anytime prior to the funeral service at 'the Noah Miller residence.

Mr. Miller was born Au-gust 24, 1954, Tuscola. He was a son of Ammon L. and Ida Brennaman Miller.

Survivors include one brother, Noah A. Miller and wife Edna Mae of Arthur; one sister, Lorene Chupp and husband Omer of Arthur; his stepmother, Katie Miller of Arthur; and eight stepbroth-ers and sisters.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Olen Miller; and one nephew, Levi Miller.

Mr. Miller farmed in the Arthur area for many years: He was a member of the Old Order Amish.
Arthur Graphic-Clarion, Arthur, IL, March 1, 2007.
Submitted by Lizzie Ann Kauffman, Arcola, IL



Millslagle, Charlotte M. Seighman
, 87, of Scottdale, PA died July 31, 2007 at Mt. Pleasant, PA. She was born January 11, 1920 at Adelaide, PA to George and Mary (Baker) Seighman.  She was married to Everett K. Millslagle, who died March 14 1989.

Surviving are a son, Larry R. Millslagle & wife, Linda two grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.

Also surviving is a sister, Phyllis Rodgers.  She was preceded in death by siblings, Arthur Seighman, E.J. Seighman, Bernard Seighman, Fred Seighman, James Seighman, Harold Seighman, Anna Fay Jones, and Jacqueline Santore.

Memorial services were held August 3, 2007 at Scottdale Mennonite Church, Scottdale, PA with burial in Green Ridge Memorial Park, Pennsville, PA.

Submitted by: Vera Stevens, Scottdale, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin



Mininger, Joseph Henry
, 83, of  Harman, WV died August 30, 2007 at Elkins, WV.  He was born  April 18 1924 at Hatfield, Pa to Henry G. and Sally (Schlosser) Mininger.  On March 17, 1946 at Hatfield, PA he was married to Eleanor V. Hangen who was born January 27, 1926 and survives.

Surviving are children, Steve & (Marty) Mininger; Les & (Jane) Mininger; Phil & (Mary) Mininger; Gary & (Diane) Mininger; John & (Faith) Mininger; Janine & (Phil) Kanagy; Tim & (Ruth) Mininger; Betty & (Bill) Clifton; 20 grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.

Memorial services were held September 2, 2007 at Harman, WV  with burial in Harman, WV.

Submitted by: Jane Mininger, Lancaster, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin



Musselman, Jeanine Groff
, 43, of Harleyville, PA died March 13, 2007 at Harleysville, PA  from a brain tumor.  She was born June 15, 1963 at Sellersville, PA to Larry and Kathleen G. Groff .  On August 6, 1983 she was married to Kendall D. Musselman, who survives.

Surviving are two sons, Miles Musselman, Forrest Musselman, her parents and a brother, Loren S Groff, husband of Trinda.   

Memorial services were held March 18, 2007 at Souderton Mennonite Church, Souderton, PA.

She was a member of Mennonite Church USA.
Submitted by: Sylvia M. Derstine, Souderton, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin



Myers, Charles W., Sr.
, 78, of Chambersburg, PA died August 13, 2007 at Chambersburg, PA of a heart attack. He was born August 28, 1928 at Leitersburg, MD to William Charles and Goldie (Robinson) Myers.  On February 2, 1950 he was married to Mary E. Bauman, who was born January 30, 1930 and survives.

Surviving are children, Carol D. Rosenberry, Darlene F. Rhodes, Charles W. Myers, Jr., Don E. Myers, nine grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

Also surviving are siblings, Virginia Druist, Wolford Chaney, Catherine Taylor, and Harveline Hartman.    He was preceded in death by four sisters and one brother, Helen Vore,
May Lucas, Genevieve Diller, Andrew Hartman, and Margaret Williams.

Memorial services were held August 16 2007 at Marion Mennonite Church, Chambersburg, PA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Joyce Lehman, Chambersburg, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin




Myers, Margaret Leatherman
, 84, of Pipersville, PA died August 23, 2007. She was born July 11, 1923 at Pipersville, Bucks County, PA to John and  Mary (Derstine) Leatherman.  She was married to Clayton Myers, who survives.

Surviving are children, Wayne Myers & wife Lynn, Glen Myers & wife, Marietta, and four grandchildren.

Also surviving are brothers: Wilson Leatherman & wife Dorothy, Richard Leatherman & wife Della; sisters: Marie Hange & husband Ernest, Della Gross; Reda Litzenberger & husband Harold, Mary Leatherman, sister-in-law; Margaret Leatherman, sister-in-law; and Marilyn Leatherman, sister-in-law.

Three brothers, Howard Leatherman, Ralph Leatherman, and Earl Leatherman preceded him/her in death.

Memorial services were held August 25, 2007 at Deep Run Mennonite Church East, Perkasie, PA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Lois Ann Wismer, Perkasie, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin



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