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An expanded obituary project of MennObits.  Includes additional information of obituaries appearing in
The Mennonite and other newspapers.   Source of individual obituaries given with each record.  Project managed by Thelma Martin.

2010  G

  Gaeddert, Harriett Knowles;   Gahman, M. Earl;   Galle, Brent Clayton;  Galle, Bruce W.;   Garber, Laura J. Yoder;   Garman, Emma W. Hoover;    Gehman, Esther M.;   Gehman, Harold M.;   Gehman, Mary Clemens Kulp;   Gehman, Velma M. Sensenig;    Geiser, Deanna L. Phillabaum;  Geiser, Elmer S.;   Geiser, Linea Yvonne Reimer;   Geissinger, Mianna Ruth Eisenhart;     Gerber, Raymond A.;   Gering, Earl;  Ginder, Esther Lehman;   Gingerich, Alvin R.;   Gingerich, Edna Esther Miller;   Gingerich, Edward Elias;  Gingerich, Gertrude Schrock;   Gingerich, Lydia Schrock;   Gingerich, Mark Alan;   Gingerich, Martha Mullett;   Gingerich, Mary Eileen Swartzentruber;   Gingerich, Phyllis Marie Eash;   Gingerich, Sadie E. Schrock;    Gingerich, Viola Bontrager;   Glanzer, Paul Jacob;   Glick, Doris Miller;   Glick, Ivan J.;   Godshall, Emil L.;   Godshall, Marian L. Moyer;   Goering, Orlando J.;   Goerzen, Milton;   Good, Arthur P. "Archie", Sr.;    Good, Beatrice W. Martin;   Good, Eli H.;   Good, H. Jason;   Good, Jacob N.;   Good, Lawrence E.;   Good, Mary K. Horst;   Good, Rev. Warren S.;   Graber, Annie S. Unruh;   Graber, Charles J.;   Graber, Marjorie Ann Ewert;   Graber, Nathaniel M.;   Graber, Sarah C. Herschberger;   Graber, Sylvia Borkholder;   Graybill, A. Grace Martin;    Graybill, Allen W.;   Graybill, Carl E.;   Griffin, Ellen Brunk;   Grinnell, Ann M. Yoder;   Groff, Helen V. Rutt;   Groff, Ruth Ann Weaver;   Groff, Ruth E.;   Groff, Thelma Miller;   Gross, Joe A.;   Guhr, Marie J. Bartel;   Gyger, Helen Haaby;  

Gaeddert, Harriett Knowles, 94, of North Newton, Harvey County, Kansas died May 31, 2010 at the same place from natural causes.  She was born August 13, 1915 at Sterling, Kansas to Harry P. and Eleanor M. (Porter) Knowles.  On June 25, 1933 at Newton she was married to Walter E. Gaeddert, who was born March 31, 1910 and died May 28, 1994.

Surviving are three sons, Jim and Karen Gaeddert; Dick and Carol Gaeddert; and Allen Gaeddert, 9 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, 11 great-great-grandchildren.

A son, Walter who died at birth in 1936, two brothers, James and Porter Knowles and a sister Martha (Knowles) Currey preceded her in death.

Harriett attended grade school in Sterling, Kansas through second grade when her family moved to Newton.  She attended Bethel College and Indiana University.  She married Walter June 25, 1933.  Four sons were born: Walter Jr. in 1936 died at birth; James in 1938; Richard (Dick) in 1940; Allen in 1945.  The family lived in Hesston and Moundridge from 1940 to 1964 until taking up permanent residence in North Newton.

Harriett volunteered at church; directed junior choir and taught Sunday school and Bible school at West Zion Mennonite Church in Moundridge. She worked at Sears for 13 1/2 years, Prairie View Mental Health Center for 1 year, and Bethel Deaconess Hospital for 14 1/2 years as an accountant and payroll clerk.  She served as president of the Credit Women International in Newton, a member of the Soroptimist Club of Newton, and as a state representative of the Parent Teachers Association.  She also volunteered at the Newton Etcetera Shop and as a Pink Lady at Newton Medical Center.  She volunteered many hours of her time to activities and social events at Kidron Bethel Village in North Newton after she and her husband moved there.  Harriett and Walter spent 60 years and 11 months of marriage together. 

Memorial services were held June 3, 2010 at Bethel College Mennonite Church, North Newton, Harvey County, Kansas with burial in Greenwood Cemetery, Newton.

Submitted by: Monica Lichti, North Newton, KS
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Gahman, M. Earl, 77, of Telford, PA died September 6, 2010 at Sellersville, PA.  He was born February 22, 1933 at Sellersville, PA to Melvin H. and Hannah L. (Detweiler) Gahman.  On January 24, 1953 he was married to Doris N. Moyer, who was born February 2, 1933 and survives.

Surviving are two daughters, Deborah L. Johnston and husband Keith, Goshen IN; and Sharon K. Moyer and husband Timothy, Harleysville, PA; 2 grandchildren, and a sister, Margaret "Betty" Good, Perkasie, PA.

Memorial services were held September 11, 2010 at Rockhill Mennonite Church, Telford, PA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Unknown
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Galle, Brent Clayton, 59, of Moundridge, Kansas died July 10, 2010 at the same place.  

He was born November 20, 1950 at Sailina, Kansas to Gilbert D. and Mourine Mae (Vogt) Galle.  Gilbert was born November 18, 1918 and died November 26, 2007. Mourine was born August 28, 1918 and died April 12, 2008.

On March 7, 1976 at Dodge City, Kansas he was married to Kendra Lea Groth, who survives.

Surviving are a son, Glen Galle and his wife Crystal, one grandchild, and a sister, Marcia Gitchell and her husband Bill.

Two brothers, Bruce Galle, and Brian Galle preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held July 14, 2010 at West Zion Mennonite Church, Moundridge, Kansas.

Submitted by: Pastor John Yoder-Schrock
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Galle, Bruce W., 61, of Tampa, Florida died January 19, 2010 at the same place.  He was born October 6, 1948 at Kansas City, MO to Gilbert and Mourine (Vogt) Galle.  He was married to Ethel Ledesma at Tampa.

Surviving are his wife, a son, Christopher Galle, a daughter, Christina Ryan, 6 grandchildren, a brother, Brent & Kendra Galle, and a sister, Marcia Gitchell.

His parents preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held January 30, 2010 at Moundridge Funeral Home,  Moundridge, KS.

Submitted by: Carla Stucky, Moundridge KS
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Garber, Laura J. Yoder

GOSHEN -- Laura June Garber, 82, of Kingston Court, Goshen, is now dancing on the streets that are golden. She unexpectedly went home to be with her Lord on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010, while visiting at the home of her son in Carp Lake, Mich.

Laura was born near Nappanee on June 21, 1928. She was the daughter of Tobias J. and Lydia Schmucker Yoder and the oldest of eight children.

She was married to Leroy Ernest Garber on Jan. 1, 1950. They celebrated 53 joyous years of marriage before he died on March 21, 2003.

She and her husband moved to Harbor Springs, Mich., in 1958, where they helped to start and build the ministry of Stutsmanville Chapel. They returned to Goshen in 1997 and became active members of Maple City Chapel. She was also a dedicated volunteer at the Depot MCC Thrift Shops.

She is survived by her special friend, Melvin Stutzman, Goshen; a daughter, Mary Beth Betsy Garber, Littleton, Colo.; two sons, Donald (Connie), Goshen, and Gerald (Janet), Carp Lake; seven grandchildren, Jeremy Garber, Elise Garber, Sara (Jason) Livingston, Jodie (Joshua) Withey, Brian (Mandi) Garber, Amy (Russell) Van Horn and Laura M. Garber; and 14 great-grandchildren.

Also surviving are five sisters, Mary (Nelson) Martin and Treva Liechty, both of Goshen; Esther (Menno) Kuhns, Trego, Wis.; Ruth (Glen) Graber, Spooner, Wis.; and Verna (Jim) Trautman, Beaver Falls, Pa.; and one brother, W. Ray Yoder, Phoenix.

She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, and one brother, Paul Yoder.

Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Yoder Culp Funeral Home. The funeral service will take place at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Maple City Chapel. Pastor Mel Shetler will officiate. Burial will be in Yellow Creek (brick) Mennonite Church Cemetery.

There will be a memorial service at Stutsmanville Chapel, Harbor Springs, Mich., at 11 a.m. on Friday.

Memorial contributions may be made to Maple City Chapel or to Mennonite Central Committee, Akron, Pa.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
10/11/2010
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Garman, Emma W. Hoover, 93, of 243 Bridgeville Road, East Earl, PA, passed away at the home of her daughter Esther early Thursday, September 9,
2010. She was preceded in death by her husband Noah Garman in 2003.

Born in Earl Twp., she was the daughter of the late Daniel and Susanna (Weaver) Hoover. Emma was a member of Weaverland Mennonite Church, Groffdale Conference.

She is survived by her children: Esther H., married to Franklin Hoover, Martha, married to Amos M. Martin, and Ella, married to Noah Newswanger, all of New Holland, Anna H., married to Paul Nolt, Paul, married to SueEtta (Nolt) Garman, Allen, married to Miriam (Horst) Garman, Titus, married to Lois (Martin) Garman, and Leroy, married to Janet (Martin) Garman, all of Martinsburg, PA, Edwin H., married to Esther (Zimmerman) Garman, and Mary, married to Irvin Horst, both of East Earl, Harry, married to Mary Ann (Martin) Garman, Narvon, Erma, married to Harold Martin, Shiloh, OH, 73 grandchildren, 236 great grand, and 6 great great grand. Also surviving are her sisters Martha Groff, Ephrata, Alta Rhodes and Anna Hoover of New Holland; and her brothers John Hoover, East Earl, Amos, married to Lydia Hoover, Leola, and Ivan, married to Lydia Hoover, KY.

She was preceded in death by 3 sisters and 7 brothers.

Her funeral will be held on Monday, Sept. 13, at 8:45 a.m. at the home of Edwin Garman, 247 Bridgeville Road, East Earl, with further services at 9:30 a.m. at the Weaverland Mennonite Church with Bishop Ben Martin officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery. A viewing will be held at the home of Edwin Garman on Sunday from 2 - 4 PM and 6 - 8 PM. Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements are with the Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill.
Intelligencer Journal - 9/10/2010
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Gehman, Esther M., 85, of Lititz, Lancaster Co., PA died April 19, 2010 at the same place.  

She was born August 6 1924 at East Earl, Lancaster Co., PA to Barton B. and Mabel (Martin) Gehman.  Barton was born December 14, 1897 and died March 14, 1981.  Mabel was born August 21, 1903 and died April 30, 1985.

Surviving is a brother, Harold M. Gheman, married to Gladys Gehman.

A brother, Ivan M. Gehman, three sisters, Edith Gehman, Elizabeth G. Livengood, and Ruth G. Weaver and her stepmother, Lizzie Webber Gehman preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held April 24, 2010 at Landis Homes Retirement Community, Lititz, PA.

Submitted by: Christy Kauffman, Landisville PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
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Gehman, Esther M., 85, of Landis Homes Retirement Community, Lititz, PA and formerly of Landisville, PA died April 19, 2010. She was born August 6, 1924 in East Earl, PA to Barton B. and Mabel Martin Gehman.

Esther was a member of the Landisville Mennonite Church where she enjoyed serving as a children's Sunday school teacher in her earlier years. Esther's life was devoted to church, her family. Until recently, she was a volunteer at Mennonite Central Committee's Material Resource Center.

Surviving is one brother, Harold M. married to Gladys Gehman of Lancaster, PA.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her stepmother, Lizzie Webber Gehman, one brother, Ivan M. Gehman, and three sisters, Edith Gehman, Elizabeth G. Livengood, and Ruth G. Weaver.

Funeral service was April 24, 2010 at West Bethany Chapel, Landis Homes Retirement Community, Lititz, PA with Reverend Glenn D. Metzler and Reverend Randall Shull officiating. 
Source: LOL April 21, 2010
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Gehman, Harold M., 89, of Lancaster, PA died May 8, 2010 at Hospice of Lancaster Co., Mount Joy, PA.  He was born April 10, 1921 in East Earl Twp., Lancaster Co., PA to Barton and Anna (Martin) Gehman.  On March 14, 1943 he was married to Gladys M. Lehman, who was born October 5, 1920 and survives.

Surviving are children, David E. Gehman, husband of Nona, of Lancaster; Edward D. Gehman, husband of Deborah, of Maytown; Rachel Dawn Gehman, of Millersville, 4 grandchildren, and 3 great-grandchildren.

Two sons, James Harold Gehman and John Michael Gehman preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held May 15, 2010 at Landisville Mennonite Church, Landisville, Lancaster Co., PA with burial in Millersville Mennonite Cemetery, Millersville, Lancaster Co., PA.

Submitted by: Christy Kauffman
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
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Gehman, Harold M., 89, of the Mennonite Home, Lancaster, PA died May 8, 2010 at Hospice of Lancaster County in Mount Joy, PA. He was born April 10, 1921, in East Earl Twp., Lancaster Co., PA to Barton and Anna (Martin) Gehman. He was married to Gladys M. (Lehman) Gehman in March of 1943.

Harold was also a 50-year member of the Landisville Mennonite Church.

Surivied by his wife Glayds and two sons, David E. Gehman, husband of Nona, of Lancaster, PA; Edward D. Gehman, husband of Deborah, of Maytown, PA; a daughter, Rachel Dawn Gehman, of Millersville, PA; four grandchildren; and three great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by two sons, James Harold Gehman and John Michael Gehman.

Memorial Service was May 15, 2010 at the Landisville Mennonite Church, Landisville, PA.  A private interment was in the Millersville Mennonite Cemetery Millersville, PA
Source: LOL May 11, 2010
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Gehman, Mary Clemens Kulp, 99, of Bally, PA died Dec. 5, 2010, at her home. She was born near Kulpsville, PA to Elias W. and Elizabeth Rachel (Clemens) Kulp. She was the wife of the late Abraham B. Gehman. Mary attended Bally Mennonite Church, PA.

Survived by her children: Dr. Linford Gehman, Bergton, Va.; Abraham K., Bally, PA; Rhoda, Bally, PA; Johanna, Barto, PA; James, Pikeville, PA; Ada, Barto, PA; Merrill, Green Lane, PA; Harley, Bird Creek, Alaska; and Dwight, Barto, PA; a sister, Ruth Nafziger, Bally, PA; 15 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her husband, parents a son, Ronald Gehman, Potter Co; and two great-grandchildren.

A funeral service was Dec. 9, 2010 at Bally Mennonite Church, Rt. 100, Bally, PA with Pastor Klaudia Smucker officiating. Burial will follow in Old Bally Mennonite Cemetery, Bally, PA.

Source: Catagnus Funeral Home & Cremation Center Inc., Gilbertsville, PA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Gehman, Velma M. Sensenig, 74, of Lancaster, PA died September 14, 2010 at her home. Born in Manor Twp., Lancaster Co., PA to Harry H. and Mildred B. Dombach Sensenig.

She was the wife of the late Paul W. Gehman who died on June 22, 2009. Velma was a member of East Petersburg Mennonite Church where she was a pianist for many years..

Survived by a son, Kenneth E. husband of Tara Gehman of Lebanon, PA; a daughter, Cheryl L. wife of Bruce D. Gainer of Manheim, PA; two grandsons, Jeremiah husband of Leann Gainer and Isaac Gehman; three brothers, H. Gerald husband of Martha Sensenig of Manheim, PA; Dale D. husband of Iris Sensenig of Lancaster, PA and Jay V. husband of Carolyn Sensenig of Spain.

Funeral service was September 19, 2010 at East Petersburg Mennonite Church. Interment in the East Petersburg Mennonite Church cemetery, East Petersburg, PA.
Source: Obit files of Buch Funeral Home, Manheim, PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Geiser, Deanna L. Phillabaum, 71, of Kidron, OH died February 22, 2010, at Akron City Hospital, Akron, OH. She was born in Millersburg, OH on December 9, 1938 to Harry and Marcella (Malone) Phillabaum. She married Dennis D. Geiser on March 23, 1957 in Angola, IN.  She was a member of the Kidron Mennonite Church.
 
Survived by her husband and five children; Karen (Edgar) Gaspard of Kaplan, LA;  Rodney Geiser of Kidron, OH; Ronda Geiser of Kidron, OH; Marcia (Joe) Eggleston of Orrville, OH and Ty (Diane) Geiser of Orrville, OH; 12 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; a sister, Norma Jean Kamp of Orrville, OH; and a brother, Ralph Phillabaum of Berlin, OH. 

She was preceded in death by two sisters, Dorothy McCauslin and Maxine Phillips; and three brothers, Leonard, Cloice and Carl Phillabaum.

Family graveside services were held at the Kidron Mennonite Church Cemetery with Pastor Thomas Dunn officiating. 
Source: The Budget, February 25, 2010
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Geiser, Elmer S., 88, of Dalton, Wayne Co., OH died August 10, 2010 at the same place from cancer.  

He was born July 10, 1922 at Apple Creek, Wayne Co., OH to John and Helena (Gerber) Geiser.  John was born April 15, 1886 and died April 24, 1962.  Helena was born October 23, 1897 and died April 25, 1958.

On June 24, 1945 at Kidron, Wayne Co., OH he was married to Agnes Irene Amstutz, who born February 11, 1924 and died July 22, 2002.

Surviving are children, Karen (William) Mishler; Arlene (Les) Frazier; Marceil Geiser; and Olin (Karen) Geiser; 5 grandchildren, a sister, Ada (Geiser) Amstutz and a brother, Willis Geiser.

A brother, John Geiser; and three sisters, Irene (Geiser) Brubaker; Edna (Geiser) Nussbaum; and Verda (Geiser) Nussbaum preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held August 14, 2010 at Sonnenberg Mennonite Church Kidron, OH with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Ellen Nussbaum
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Geiser, Linea Yvonne Reimer, 73, of Goshen, IN died February 4, 2010 at the same place.  She was born June 3, 1936 at Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada to John H. W. and Anna (Toews) Reimer.  On August 17, 1956 at Steinbach, Manitoba, Canada she was married to Leonard Ray Geiser, who was born September 4, 1935 and survives.

Surviving are children, Erin Geiser; Jonathan Geiser; Ned Geiser; 7 grandchildren, and five sisters, Naomi Lepp; Elizabeth Bartel; Wendy Rempel;
Martini Janz; and Hildie Terry.

Linea was an elementary school teacher with the Orrville (Ohio) public schools for seven years.  She was a graduate of Goshen College and received her Master of Divinity degree from Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminaries, Elkhart, Ind.  She wrote educational materials for the Mennonite Publishing House and worked 10 years at Mennonite Mission Network as a church relations writer specializing in mission education and prayer ministry.  She enjoyed and wrote poetry and published a book of poems in 2003.

Memorial services were held February 8, 2010 at College Mennonite Church, Goshen, IN with burial in College Mennonite Church Memorial Garden.

Submitted by: Ethel Hoffman, Goshen IN
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Geissinger, Mianna Ruth Eisenhart

Mianna Ruth Eisenhart Geissinger went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at 12:50 PM from her     home in Menno Village's Alzheimer's Care Facility, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania.

Mianna was born on August 21, 1918 in Center Valley, Pennsylvania to Harry. and Helen Eisenhart Geissinger.  She graduated from Coopersburg School (10th grade) in Coopersburg, Pennsylvania in 1934. She worked in a shirt factory in Quakertown, Pennsylvania until her marriage to Norman A. Geissinger in June of 1937. She was a loving mother of five boys and two girls.   Mianna attended evening classes at Berean Bible School in Allentown, Pennsylvania, and earned a Sunday School Teacher's Certificate there. She enjoyed teaching Bible classes to various ages of students for over 25 years. Mianna also greatly enjoyed entertaining friends, reading, volunteering, oil painting, sledding, walking, biking, and music; she played trumpet, guitar, and piano.  Mianna's interest in foreign cultures prompted her to welcome numerous international young people into her home.

Surviving is her husband, Norman; of Menno Village; Chambersburg, PA; four sons, Ladnor and wife Shirley of Chapel Hill, NC, Cordell and, wife Mary Kay of Brooktondale, NY, Glenn and wife Arlene of Excelsior, MN, Timothy and wife Anita of Aurora, IL; two daughters, Jewel Geissinger Ratzlaff and husband Eugene of
Hopewell Junction; NY, Tanya Greenwell of Atlanta, GA; twelve grandchildren; twenty great-grandchildren; three nephews; and several cousins. Preceding her in death were her parents, her brother Ray, and son Arlin (at seven months of age).

A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, March 20, 2010 at the Menno Haven Chapel in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. Chaplain Vernon Isner and Rev. Darrell Baer will officiate.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the Menno Haven Benevolent Fund, 2011 Scotland Avenue, Chambersburg, PA 17201.
Arrangements are entrusted to Thomas L. Geisel Funeral Home and Cremation Center,
Condolences maybe expressed at www.geiselfuneralhome.com.

Public  Opinion
Saturday March 13 2010

Added by the family: They were married 72 years 9 months.  Norm Geissinger was a retired pastor who served 25 years in Reinholds, PA and Jackson and Mt. Lake MN.
Transcribed by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Gerber, Raymond A., 84, of Middlebury, IN died  April 11, 2010 at his residence. He was born June 21, 1925 in West Branch, MI., to Peter and Anna (Albrecht) Gerber. On August 25, 1946 in Mio, MI. he married Olive Handrich.

Raymond attended Griner Mennonite Church and enjoyed music.

Survived by his wife, Olive and two daughters, Sharen Gerber of Canmer, KY, and Connie (Brian) Narmore of Grawn, MI; three sons, J.D. (Joy) Gerber of White Pigeon, MI, Daniel (Renee) Gerber of Hardyville, KY, and Timothy (Valerie) Gerber of Goshen, IN.; and a daughter-in-law, Bernice Gerber of Kalkaska , MI; 6 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren; a sister, Irene Zook of Kalkaska, MI.

He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, Elmer, Peter, and Joseph Gerber and a sister, Edith Yoder.

Funeral service was April 15, 2010 at the Griner Mennonite Church conducted by Rev. John Yoder and Rev. Robert Riegsecker. Burial will be in the Griner Cemetery, Middlebury, IN.
Source: Obit files of Miller-Stewert Funeral Home, Middlebury, IN.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Gering, Earl, 89, of Freeman, SD died October 19, 2010 at the same place from congestive heart failure.  He was born December 31, 1920 in Turner Co., SD to Joe D. and Caroline (Preheim) Gering.  On November 23, 1951 at Freeman, SD he was married to Marian Graber.

Surviving are a daughter, Garnet (Lyle) Perman; a son Brad (Marian) Gering; 5 grandchildren, a sister, Linda (Curt) Pankratz; and a brother, William (Lucille) Gering.

A daughter, Ellen Gering (in infancy); and three sister, Pearl (Christ) Kaufman; Mary (Harold) Graber; and Ada (Paul) Schrag preceded him in death.

Earl started working at Eldon's Implement in 1948, purchased and renamed the business Freeman Implement in 1964 and continued working until his retirement in 1994.

Memorial services were held October 24, 2010 at Salem-Zion Mennonite Church, Freeman, SD with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Elizabeth _____, Freeman, SD
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Ginder, Esther Lehman, 81, of Lititz, PA died March 31, 2010 at Lancaster General Hospital.

She was born in Manheim, PA to Samuel and Amelia Pierce Lehman.

Esther is the wife of Isaac Shelly Ginder of Lititz. They celebrated their 64th wedding anniversary December 25, 2009.

She was a member of Word of Life Church, Lititz, PA.
 
Survivied by her husband Issac and children, Edward, husband of Arlene Shank Ginder of Lititz, PA; Janet, wife of Gerald Weaver of Ephrata, PA; Jay, husband of Joanne Musser Ginder of Lititz, PA; Linda, wife of Delmar Weaver of Lititz, PA;Ray Ginder of Lititz, PA; Mary, wife of Wade Gingerich of Lititz, PA and Beverly, wife of Victor Hurst of Schaefferstown, PA, 18 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, her siblings, Grace Fry of Manheim, PA; Samuel Lehman Jr. of Manheim, PA; Mary, wife of Henry Nolt of Ephrata, PA; Martha, wife of Martin Zimmerman of New Holland, PA; Laverna, wife of Robert Hill of Manheim, PA; and Lorraine, wife of Samuel Martin of Manheim, PA.

She was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Paul and David Lehman.

Funeral service was  April 6, 2010 at Faith Mennonite Fellowship Church, with Pastor Levi Brubaker, Pastor Stan Musser, and Pastor Jay Bomgardner officiating. Interment was in the Faith Mennonite Fellowship Cemetery, Stevens, PA  
Source: LOL April 2, 2010
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler
 

Gingerich, Alvin R., 88 of Kalona, IA died March 31, 2010. He was born April 26, 1921 in Johnson Co. IA to Daniel and Veronica Fannie (Jantzi) Gingerich. He was united in marriage to Lydia Ropp on April 9, 1944 at the Fairview Mennonite Church.

Alvin was a faithful member of the Upper Deer Creek Mennonite Church where he served as an elder, was involved in Prison Ministry. He served in the Civilian
Public Service in South Dakota and Pennsylvania. He graduated from Kirkwood Community College in 1978 as a Licensed Practical Nurse, and worked at the
University of Iowa Hospital for over 30 years.

Survived by his wife Lydia and seven children and spouses, Daniel (Myra) Gingerich of Sarasota, Fl; James (Lois) Gingerich of Kalona, IA; Donald (Cynthia) Gingerich of Kalona, IA; Ella Mae Gingerich of Des Moines, IA; Celeste (Harry) Miller of San Antonio, TX; Dwight (Maureen) Gingerich of Kalona, IA; Jewel (Fred) Gingerich Longenecker of South Bend, IN; daughter-in-law, Cathy Gingerich of Coralville, IA, 18 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, one brother, Verton Gingerich of Middlebury, IN, three sisters, Nina Miller of Kalona, IA; Alice Hochstedler of Kalona, IA; Ella June (Eldon) Miller of Rowdy, KT,(??) three sisters in law, Mary Gingerich of Nashwauk, MN; Clara Gingerich of Iowa City, IA and Ada Gingerich of Colorado Springs, CO.

Preceded in death were his parents, one son, Kenneth Gingerich, two grandchildren, Angela and Andrew Gingerich and three brothers, Leslie, George and Ivo Gingerich.  

Funeral service was  April 3, 2010 at the Upper Deer Creek Mennonite Church with Pastor Elmer Miller officiating. Burial will follow at the East Union Mennonite Cemetery in rural Kalona.
Source: Obit files of Peterseim Funeral Home, Kalona, IA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Gingerich, Edna Esther Miller
March 22, 1924-Nov. 6, 2010

WEST, Texas - Edna Esther Gingerich, 86, formerly an area resident, passed away Saturday in Waco, Texas, at 4:56 p.m. due to natural causes.

Edna was born March 22, 1924 to Dan C. and Ida Miller in Hutchinson, Kan.

She married Joseph Gingerich Sept. 16, 1944, and together they shared 66 years of marriage.

Edna was a resident of Yoder, Kan., until the age of 16. She then moved to Indiana where she was a resident of Cromwell and Goshen until later moving to Waco, Texas.

Mrs. Gingerich was a dedicated homemaker and a member of the Maple Grove Mennonite Church in Topeka for 47 years, Zion Chapel in Goshen for 15 years, and, after moving to Texas, attended Grace Gospel Church in Axtell for a few years, and recently attended Open Door of Waco, Texas.

Survivors include her husband, Joseph Gingerich of West, Texas; two sisters, Anna Mae Hooley and Dora Troyer; and four sons, Ronald (Ginny) Gingerich, St. Louis, Mo., James (Eileen) Gingerich, Lake Wawasee, Roger (Eleanor) Gingerich, Steinbeck Manitoba, Canada, and Joe (Maria) Gingerich, West, Texas.

She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Jake Miller and Calvin Miller.

The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday and one hour prior to the 10:30 a.m. funeral service Saturday at Maple Grove Church, 806 S. Main St., Topeka, Ind. The Rev. Harold Gingerich will lead the service.

Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery.

Yeager Funeral Home in Ligonier is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.yeagerfuneralhome.com.

Goshen News, Goshen, IN
November 10, 2010
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Gingerich, Edward Elias

Jan. 9, 1948 - Feb. 7, 2010

Edward Gingerich, 62, Kokomo, went to be with the Lord at 2:35 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 7, 2010, at St. Joseph Hospital. Edward was born Jan. 9, 1948, in Howard County, to the late Eli and Abby (Kingsinger) Gingerich.

He was a member of Bethany Fellowship Church. He enjoyed being a dairy farmer, gardening, yard work and playing with his children and grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara Irene (Kauffman) Gingerich, Kokomo; three sons and nine daughters, LaVern (Ernie) Gingerich, Lisa and husband, Marcus Miller, Angela Gingerich and fiancé, Rodney Miller, Tracy and her husband, Jerimah White, Rhonda and her husband, Moine Martin, Regina and her husband, Jeff Walker, Roxann Gingerich and special friend, Lee Lewis, Marlene Gingerich, Anita Gingerich and special friend, Dennis Otto, Crystal Gingerich, Christopher Gingerich and Ryan Gingerich, all of Kokomo; 15 grandchildren, Joyce, Hannah, Kevin, Kaylene, Timothy and Merlin Miller, Isaiah White, Racheal, Michael, Brenda and Myron Martin, Susan Matthew, Daisy Walker and Adaline Gingerich. He is also survived by four brothers and four sisters, Freida and Myrl Sauder, of Ohio, Roman and Virginia Gingerich, Kokomo, Elsie and John O'Brien, Amboy, John and Barbara Gingerich, Topeka, Orval and Sharon Gingerich, Kokomo, Edna Rankins, Kokomo, Claris and Wayne Burkholder, Goshen, and Jerry and Katie Gingerich, Kokomo, and mother-in-law, Nancy Kauffman, Kokomo.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Eli and Abby Gingerich; one sister, Nadine Kauffman; three brothers, Freeman Gingerich, Henry Gingerich and Steve Gingerich.

Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at Bethany Fellowship Church, at the corner of 500 North and 500 East, Greentown. Burial will follow in Christner Cemetery, at the corner of 600 North and 500 East, Kokomo. Visitation will be from 2 to 8 p.m. today at Bethany Fellowship School, 5169 N. 600 East, Greentown.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Galilian Home in Liberty, Ky.

Hasler & Stout Funeral Home, 112 E. Main St., Greentown, assisted the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.haslerstout.com.

Source: Kokomo Tribune, Kokomo, IN
2/8/2010
Submitted by Thelma Hoover Martin


Gingerich, Gertrude Schrock, 83, of Martin, Mich., died March 21, 2010. She was born Jan. 17, 1927 in Kansas, to Valentine and Barbara (Yoder) Schrock. She was married to Jacob N. Gingerich, who died April 20, 2001.

Survived by two daughters, Donna (Gene, Jr.) Bridger and Marlene (Joe) Ramirez, Austin, Texas; three sons, Richard Devon Gingerich, Moline, Mich., Merlin (Marjorie) Gingerich, Howe, and Jim (Cheryl) Gingerich, Martin, Mich.; 20 grandchildren; 43 great-grandchildren, nine great-great grandchildren; four sisters, Gladys Troyer, Middlebury, IN; Alberta (John) Miller, Goshen, IN; Viola (Dave) Schrock, Middlebury, IN and Betty (Perry) Marner, LaGrange, IN; three brothers, Ernie (Jan) Schrock, Angola, IN; Floyd (Darla) Schrock, LaPorte, IN and Glen Schrock, Wapakoneta, OH.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and three brothers, Larry, Reuben and Vernon Schrock. Funeral service was March 26, 2010 at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury.

Services will be conducted by the Rev. Todd Neuschwander Pastor of the Living Waters Mennonite Church, Goshen, IN. Burial was in Miller Cemetery, Goshen. Source: Goshen News, March 24, 2010
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Gingerich, Lydia Schrock, 86, of Middlebury, IN died March 7, 2010 at the home of her daughter in Sarasota, FL. She was born November 16, 1923 in Arthur, IL., to Jacob and Fannie (Herschberger) Schrock. On May 15, 1947 in Elkhart County, IN. she married Verton Gingerich.

She was a member of the Riverview Mennonite Church.  

Survived by her husband and  son, Glen (Elsie) Gingerich of White Pigeon, MI; five daughters, Florence (Ron) Ard of Sarasota, FL; Ruby (Jerry) Bontrager of Middlebury, IN; Wilma (Reuben) Miller of Sarasota, FL; Dorothy (Larry) Chupp of Shipshewana, IN Ellen (Sheldon) Graber of Shipshewana, IN.; 15 Grandchildren, 33 Great Grandchildren; a sister, Lavina Glick of Goshen, IN.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a stillborn son Robert Gingerich, three brothers: Menno, Melvin and Levi Schrock and three sisters: Katie Miller, Polly Anna Bontrager and Susie Schrock.

Funeral service was March 13, 2010 at Riverview Mennonite Church, White Pigeon, MI. Services were conducted by Rev. Merlin Miller, Rev. Andy Ard, Rev. Andy Eversole. A graveside burial service was at the Miller Cemetery, Goshen, IN
Source: Obit files of Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury, IN
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Gingerich, Mark Alan, of Plain City, OH died February 13, 2010. He was born on February 4, 1961, to Joe L. and Mary Ada Gingerich. June 5, 1993, he married Mary Lou Hochstetler, who survives.

He was an active member of Haven Fellowship Church. He was active with ministries of New Horizons Ministries in Canon City, Colorado, serving as a board member.

Survived by his wife, Mary and four sons, Luke Anthony (15), Wynn Andrew (12), Justin Mark (10), and Eric Joseph (8); his mother; four brothers, Philip (Ruth) Gingerich of Plain City, OH; James (Rhonda) Gingerich of Greenfield, OH; Tim (Charlene) Gingerich of Plain City, OH; and Joseph Gingerich of Plain City, OH; two sisters, Karen Gingerich and Beth Gingerich, both of Plain City, OH; 17 nieces and nephews; and many friends. He was preceded in death by his father; a nephew, Anthony Gingerich; and a niece, Tonya Gingerich.

Funeral service was February 16 at United Bethel Mennonite Church. Interment was in Haven Fellowship Cemetery, Plain City, OH.
Source: Obit files of Ferguson Funeral Home Plain City, OH
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Gingerich, Martha Mullett, 94, Sarasota, FL formerly of Hartville, OH died May 30, 2010. She was born February 20, 1916. 

Survivors include sons, Enos Mullett of Westcliff, CO; John Mullett of Hendersonville, NC; Melvin Mullett of Sarasota, FL; Willis Mullett of Sarasota, FL; Leroy Mullett of Sarsota; daughters, Elsie Bontrager of Westcliff, CO; Miriam Nolt of Sarasota; Ethel Miller of Millersburg, OH; sisters, Esther Sommers of Cochranton, PA; Mary J. Mullet of Kensington, OH; Delilah Sommers of Minerva, OH; 26 grandchildren and 79 great grandchildren.

Funeral service was June 3, 2010 at Palm Grove Mennonite Church Sarasota, PA. Burial was in Palm Memorial Park, Sarasota, FL 
Source: Obit files of Wiengand Funeral Home, Saraota, FL
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Gingerich, Mary Eileen Swartzentruber

 Mary Eileen (Swartzentruber) Gingerich, 84, of Plain City, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on July 28, 2010, at Mt. Carmel West Hospital.
 
Visitation was held Thursday and Friday with the funeral service held Saturday morning at United Bethel Mennonite Church in Plain City, Ohio.
 
She was born February 7, 1926, at Hartville, Ohio. She was the daughter of Moses J. and Katie (Miller) Swartzentruber. She married Lloyd Gingerich on June 21, 1959. He survives.

Also surviving are children and grandchildren, Luke and Rhonda Gingerich and Shaun, Garrett, Roxanne, and Casey of Sarasota, Florida, Mark and Shana Gingerich and Andrea (Aaron) Biscup, Bryant, Allison, Michael, and Benjamin of West Jefferson, Ohio,  Kyle and Gloria Roth and Adrienne (Joshua) Petro, Adam, Bailey and Berke of Seward, Nebraska,  and Tim & Ria Gingerich and Dominique, Cameron, and Christian of Springfield, Michigan;  five sisters, Alma Mullet of Walnut Creek, Ohio,  Edna (Pete) Mast of Mt. Gilead, Ohio,  Erma (Wilbur) Kropf of Halsey, Oregon,  Esther (Willard) Mayer of Irwin, Ohio,  and Katie (Marion) Stauffer of Orville, Ohio;  two brothers, Melvin (Wilma) Swartzentruber of Fredericktown, Ohio, Robert Paul (Marilyn) Swartzentruber of Nampa, Idaho; and a host of relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters, Clara Swartzentruber and Martha Mast.

Mrs. Gingerich grew up on a farm, near Berlin, Ohio, the sixth of 10 children. She accepted Christ as her savior at a young age and had a heart for missions, teaching Bible School at numerous places.

She went to Germany as a single girl to help a missionary family. While in Germany she had a severe bicycle accident and experienced miraculous healing from God.

She then graduated from Eastern Mennonite College with a B. A. in elementary education. She taught in New York and Burton, Ohio. After college she and her husband spent 11 years in Germany under Rosedale Mennonite Missions.

Upon returning to the States they pastored in Johnsville, Ohio; Milford, Nebraska; Arthur; and West Liberty, Ohio.

She played a valuable role as a pastor’s wife and enjoyed ministering to and relating with many people. She had a lifelong love of music and enjoyed teaching piano to many young students.

Mrs. Gingerich always had her hands busy with quilting, crocheting, and sewing projects and was an avid reader. Her family was extremely important to her. She enjoyed any occasion when her family could gather and fellowship together.

The Arthur Graphic, Arthur, IL
August 3, 2010
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Gingerich, Mary Eileen Swartzentruber, 84 of Plain City, OH died July 28, 2010 at Mt. Carmel West Hospital. She was born February 7, 1926 to Moses J. and Katie (Miller) Swartzentruber at Hartville, OH.  On June 21, 1959, she was united in marriage to Lloyd Gingerich, Plain City, OH.

Mary grew up on a farm, near Berlin, OH, the sixth child of ten children. She accepted Christ as her savior at a young age and had a heart for missions. She went to Germany as a single girl to help a missionary family. While in Germany she had a severe bicycle accident and experienced miraculous healing from God.
She then graduated from Eastern Mennonite College with a B. A. in Elementary Education. She taught in New York and Burton, OH. After college they spent 11 years in Germany under Rosedale Mennonite Missions. After returning to the States they pastored in Johnsville, OH, Milford, NE, Arthur, IL and West Liberty, OH.

Survived by her husband, Lloyd, children and grandchildren; Luke & Rhonda Gingerich, Shaun, Garrett, Roxanne and Casey of Sarasota, FL; Mark & Shana
Gingerich, Andrea (Aaron) Biscup, Bryant, Allison, Michael and Benjamin of West Jefferson, OH; Kyle & Gloria Roth, Adrienne (Joshua) Petro, Adam, Bailey and Berke of Seward, NE; Tim & Ria Gingerich, Dominique, Cameron and Christian of Springfield, MI; sisters, Alma Mullet of Walnut Creek, OH, Edna (Pete) Mast of Mt. Gilead, OH, Erma (Wilbur) Kropf of Halsey, OR, Esther (Willard) Mayer of Irwin, OH, Katie (Marion) Stauffer of Orville, OH; brothers, Melvin (Wilma)
Swartzentruber of Fredericktown, OH, Robert Paul (Marilyn) Swartzentruber of Nampa, ID and a host of relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, sisters: Clara Swartzentruber and Martha Mast.

Funeral service was July 31, 2010 United Bethel Mennonite Church with burial United Bethel Mennonite Cemetery. Plain City, Ohio
Source: Obit files of Fergusion Funeral Home, Plain City, OH
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Gingerich, Phyllis Marie Eash, 80, of Kalona, IA died June 9, 2010 at the same place.  She was born December 28, 1929 at Wellman, IA to Glen and Lavanda (Fisher) Eash.  On August 12, 1952 at Wellman, IA she was married to Leo Glenn Gingerich, who is deceased.

Surviving are children Nancy Gingerich; Charles Gingerich and wife Sharon; Angela Eash and husband Mike; 8 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, a brother, Gene Eash and wife Ruth, and a sister, Mary Kate Klopfenstein.

An infant brother and two infant sisters preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held June 12, 2010 at Wellman Mennonite Church, Wellman, Iowa with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Jennifer Archer, Wellman, IA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Gingerich, Sadie E. Schrock

Sadie E. Gingerich, 95, of Arthur passed away at 2:25 a.m. on Thursday, December 2, 2010, at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center in Mattoon.

 Funeral Services were held Sunday afternoon at Pleasant View Church in rural Arcola with Rev. Wilbur Gingerich officiating. Burial was in Pleasant View Church Cemetery. Visitation was Friday and Saturday evenings at Trinity Christian Fellowship in rural Arthur. Edwards Funeral Home assisted with arrangements.

Mrs. Gingerich was born on April 16, 1915, in Arthur. She was a daughter of Eli and Amanda (Mast) Schrock. She married Simon Gingerich on January 3, 1935, in Arthur. He passed away on April 21, 1997.

She is survived by three children, Morris Gingerich and wife Katie of Tuscola, Kenneth Gingerich of Arthur, and Gertie Ann Byler and husband David of Arthur; 16 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren; 26 great-great-grandchildren; and three sisters, Rebecca Miller of Arthur, Gertie Mast and husband Dan of Arthur, and Edna Herschberger and husband Levi of Sullivan.

She was preceded in death by her husband; one son, Levi Eugene Gingerich; three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; one brother, Levi Schrock; and three sisters, Amanda Miller, Lydia Gingerich, and Sovilla Kauffman.

Mrs. Gingerich was a member of Trinity Christian Fellowship in rural Arthur.

TheArthurGraphic.com
12-08-2010
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Gingerich, Viola Bontrager

LAGRANGE -- Viola Gingerich, 94, of LaGrange, formerly of Shipshewana, died Saturday (Dec. 11, 2010) at Millers Merry Manor, LaGrange, where she had lived for five years.

She was born Aug. 24, 1916, in Goshen to Jacob D. and Fannie (Schrock) Bontrager. On Feb. 11, 1937, in Goshen, she married Christy "Crist" J. Gingerich, who died on April 21, 2008.

Survivors include two daughters, Betty (John) Graber of Middlebury and Ida Mae Gingerich of Osceola; six grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; eight great-great grandchildren; and a sister, Ida Mae Helmuth of Goshen.

She was preceded in death by her husband; six brothers, Simon, Ezra, Lloyd, Daniel, Gideon and Elam Bontrager; and two sisters, Laura Ropp and Clara Gingerich.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 S. Main St., Middlebury. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Shore Mennonite Church, Shipshewana. Burial will be in Shore Cemetery, Shipshewana. Memorials may be given to the Trust Fund C/O First State Bank or the Middlebury food pantry.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Dec. 12, 2010
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Gingerich, Viola Bontrager, 94, of Shipshewana, Lagrange Co., IN died December 11, 2010 at Lagrange, IN.  She was born August 24, 1916 at Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN to Jacob D. and Fannie (Schrock) Bontrager.  On February 11, 1937 at Goshen, IN she was married to Christy Gingerich, who died August 21, 2008.

Surviving are two daughters, Betty (John) and Ida Mae, 6 grandchildren,  13 great-grandchildren, 8 great-great-grandchildren, and a sister, Ida Mae Helmuth.

Her siblings: Simon, Ezra, Lloyd, Daniel, Gideon, Elam, Laura Ropp and Clara Gingerich preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held December 14, 2010 at Shore Mennonite Church, Shipshewana, IN with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Kim Mishler
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin



Glanzer, Paul Jacob, 90, of Harrisonburg, VA died October 21, 2010 at the same place from a stroke.  He was born July 5, 1920 at Dolton, SD to Joseph Paul and Theresa (Kleinsasser) Glanzer.  

On July 14, 1990 at Harrisonburg, VA he was married to Eva Sonifrank, who survives. His first wife, Lola Derstine Bower died in 1971 and his second wife, Isabel Gingrich died in 1988.

Surviving are four sons, David & Tina Glanzer; James & Sherrill Glanzer; Dennis Glanzer & Judy Apache; and Jerry, five stepsons, Millard & Bonita Sonifrank; Merlan & Catherine Sonifrank; Eldon & Mary Sonifrank; Nelson & Ruth Sonifrank; and Carl & Evelyn Sonifrank Strawderman; 8 grandchildren, 8 step-grandchildren, and 1 great-grandchild.  Also his brothers and sisters, Moses Glanzer; Aaron & Marcella Glanzer; Mary Ruth Glanzer Hoffman; Miriam Glanzer Hamm; and Cordell & Clara Glanzer Graber.

Two brothers & one sister preceded him in death.

Paul taught elementary school & college for 22 years.  He founded Friendship Industries in Harrisonburg and founded Indian Creek Haven Sheltered Workshop
in Harleysvill, PA.

Memorial services were held October 24, 2010 at Zion Mennonite Church, Broadway, VA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Judy Alger, Broadway, VA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Glick, Doris Miller, 86, of Pensacola, Fla. died October 15, 2010 at the same place after an illness.  She was born November 17, 1923 at Grantsville, Garrett Co., MD.  In 1947 she was married to Lester Glick.

Surviving are children, Ron Glick, Dr. Cris Glick (Eddie Guillot Jr.), Priscilla Clark (Lane Holmes), Byron Glick (Michelle Gast), 8 grandchildren, and three brothers, Allen (Jean) Miller, Samuel Miller, and James (Anna) Miller.

Four brothers, Harold, Clyde, David and Mark Miller preceded her in death.

A service was held in October in Pensacola. Another service will be held at College Mennonite Church, Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN.  Doris was dedicated to social justice, advocating with and for the underserved and indigent. She inspired many to independent and original thinking.

Submitted by: Heidi King, Goshen, IN
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
 
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GOSHEN - Doris Glick

1923-2010

PENSACOLA, Fla. - Doris Glick died peacefully in her sleep Friday at Covenant Hospice in Pensacola following a brief illness.

Memorial services were at Northminster Church in Pensacola. A memorial service and spreading of her ashes will take place at a later date at the Memorial Garden at College Mennonite Church in Goshen, Ind.

Doris was a great wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Whether the scent of fresh bread she baked every Friday for her family, or the smile that could light up the world of a niece or nephew, Doris always created an environment of comfort and clarity for those she loved. Beyond those enduring Mom skills, she brought a deep and broad set of philosophical, moral and religious perspectives to provide comfort and guidance for her children and extended family.

Doris always led by example, and a primary investment and pleasure was the relationship she had with her husband, Lester Glick. Mom and Dad brought their experience and expertise together to raise a family and initiate and create various books and programs. They were instrumental in implementing programs at the many churches they joined to improve and enrich the spiritual and practical lives of families in those communities.

Doris was a pillar in the social and spiritual communities she joined. She was dedicated to social justice, advocating with and for the underserved and indigent. Her life was an example to many who cherished her wisdom and single-minded devotion to her beliefs and passion. She was a woman of not only important words, but also a hard worker, transforming those ideals into reality. She inspired many of her younger relatives and friends to independent and original thinking, as evidenced in this obituary by the number of women who kept their original last names.

Doris Glick was born Nov. 17, 1923 in Grantsville, Garrett County, Md., to Harry and Luella Miller (Shetler). She graduated from Goshen College in 1946 with a degree in home economics and nutrition and married Lester Glick in 1947.

Doris is survived by four children, Ron Glick, Dr. Cris Glick (Eddie Guillot Jr.), Priscilla Clark (Lane Holmes) and Byron Glick (Michelle Gast); and eight grandchildren, Chris Glick, Govinda Glick, Daniel Glick, Mathew Puckett (Elizabeth Alegria), Michael Puckett, Megan Puckett (Nathan Glenn), Shane Clark (Dori Clark) and Tina Clark (Ruben Vigil). Doris' surviving brothers are Allen (Jean) Miller, Samuel Miller, and James (Anna) Miller; sister in-law, Mitzi Miller; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and brothers, Harold, Clyde, David and Mark Miller.

Despite her great love of flowers, Doris has requested that memorials be sent to Goshen College, attn: Office of Development, 1700 S. Main St., Goshen IN 46526-4724.

Harper-Morris Memorial Chapel, Pensacola, is assisting with arrangements.

THE GOSHEN NEWS
October 16, 2010
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin
 

Glick, Ivan J., 83, of Lancaster, PA died September 16, 2010. He was born in Lancaster, PA to Aaron and Anna Glick. An author, historian, and farmer, he continued to publish books and articles on farming and local history after retiring from New Holland.

He is survived by a sister, Catherine Bryant, of Cardiff, Wales. He was preceded in death by a brother, Elvin Glick, and a sister, Adamarie Mast. His life was celebrated October 3, 2010 at James Street Mennonite Church, Lancaster, PA on Sunday, at 3:30 pm, and also

Source: www.ivanjglick.com .  
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler
 

Godshall, Emil L., 90, formerly of Souderton, PA died April 15, 2010 at Rockhill Mennonite Community, where he had resided for almost 16 years. Born January 14, 1920 in Hatfield, PA to Wilmer and Ella Mae (Schlosser) Godshall and was a graduate of the former Hatfield High School.

Mr. Godshall was the husband of Ann (Weidler) Hager Godshall, and the late Ruth S. (Mininger) Godshall who passed away in 1997.

He was a U. S. Navy veteran of World War II where he served with the Seabees, and later served with 1-W Service. He was a member of Zion Mennonite Church for over 75 years where he taught Sunday school and served on various committees. He served with Mennonite Disaster Service. Survived by his wife, a daughter, Patricia, husband Howard Peters of Hatfield, PA; and three sons, Gary Godshall and his wife Maryann of Emmaus, PA; Steve Godshall and his wife Beverly of Souderton, PA and Michael Godshall and his wife Janice of Harleysville, PA; a sister, Sara McGrann and her husband James of Laurel, MD; a stepson, James Hager of South Dakota; 12 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; and a great-great-grandson.

Emil was predeceased by a sister, Evelyn Bruzas, in 1976.

A memorial service was April 20, 2010 at 7PM at Zion Mennonite Church, 149 Cherry Lane, Souderton, PA with burial at Zion Memorial Gardens.

Source: Montgomery News, Montgomery Co., PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Godshall, Marian L. Moyer, 87, of Telford, Montgomery Co., PA died July 3, 2010 at Sellersville, Bucks Co., PA from respiratory failure.  She was born September 24, 1922 at Elroy, Montgomery Co., PA to Vincent and Mary Ellen (Landis) Moyer.  On December 23, 1939 in Montgomery County, PA she was married to Elmer K. Godshall, who was born October 5, 1918 and died May 20, 2008.

Surviving are son, Arlen Godshall & wife, Norma; son, Larry Godshall & wife Linda; son, Ray Godshall & wife Mary Jane; daughter, Darlene Knox & husband Edwin; son, E. Durrell Godshall & wife Sherry; daughter, Lori & husband Wesley; 12 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, and two sisters, Elizabeth Supplee and Esther Swartley.

A brother, Clarence Moyer, and five sisters: Eva Nyce, Katie Moyer, Maggie Willouer, Ada Alderfer & Mary Ellen Anders preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held August 7, 2010 at Franconia Mennonite Church, Telford, PA. Burial was on July 9, 2010 in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Barb Moyer, Telford, PA 
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
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Godshall, Marian L. Moyer, 87, of Sellersville, PA formerly of Telford, PA died July 3, 2010 at Rockhill Mennonite Community. She was born in Elroy, PA to 
Vincent and Mary Ellen (Landis) Moyer. She was the wife of the late Elmer K. Godshall.

She was a life member of Franconia Mennonite Church where she sang in the Franconia Church Chorus and was a former Sunday school teacher.

Survived by sons, Arlen Godshall and wife, Norma, of Phoenix, AZ, Larry Godshall and wife, Linda, of Lansdale, PA and  Ray Godshall and wife, Mary Jane, of Telford, PA; daughters, Darlene Knox and husband, Edwin, of Lebanon, OR. E. Durrell Godshall and wife, Sherry, of Harleysville, PA and Lori Detweiler and husband, Wesley, of Telford, PA; sisters, Elizabeth Supplee of Sellersville, PA and Esther Swartley of Sellersville, PA:  12 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by a brother, Clarence Moyer and five sisters, Eva Nyce, Katie Moyer, Maggie Willouer, Ada Alderfer and Mary Ellen Anders.
 
Burial will take place July 9, 2010 at Franconia Mennonite Cemetery. A future memorial service will be held in the fellowship hall Saturday, August 7, 2010 at
Franconia Mennonite Church,Telford, PA 18969. 
Source: The Reporter, Lansdale, PA July 5, 2010
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Goering, Orlando J., 89, of Moundridge, KS died July 8, 2010 at Freeman, Hutchinson, SD.  He was born November 7, 1920 at Moundridge, KS to Benjamin "B.J." and Anna (Goering) Goering.  On June 1, 1944 he was married to Violet H. Miller, who was born April 21, 1920 and died March 16, 2004.

Surviving are a son, Arden (Candace) Goering, and two daughters, Diane (Phil) Hanson, and Janice Goering, six grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, five great-great-grandchildren, one sister, Dorothy Krehbiel, and two brothers Clarence Goering, and Milo Goering.

A daughter, Lynette Goering, sisters: Elda Waltner and Myrtly Unruh, brother: Delbert Goering, and brothers-in-law: Philip W. Waltner, Walter H. Krehbiel, and Robert G. Unruh preceded him in death.

Orlando graduated from Bethel College in 1943, completed seminary training at Garrett Theological Seminary in Evanston, IL, earned his MS and PhD in Sociology from Iowa State University. He taught at Fremman Junior College, Freeman, SD; Dakota Wesleyan University, Mitchel, SD; Bluffton College, Bluffton, OH; and was Professor Emeritus of Sociology at the University of South Dakota where he served on the faculty from 1971-1984. After retirement Orlando and Violet served from 1984-1987 in Hiroshima, Japan as Directors of the World Friendship Center helping atomic bomb survivors and promoting world peace.

Memorial services were held July 18, 2010 at Salem Mennonite Church Freeman, Hutchinson Co., SD with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Amy Waltner
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Goerzen, Milton, 85, of Goessel, KS died November 4, 2010 at the same place.  He was born November 13, 1924 at Goessel, KS to Jacob J. and Sarah (Schroeder) Goerzen.  On March 4, 1946 at Goessel, KS he was married to Alice Reimer.

Surviving are children, Larry and Dora Goerzen; Jennifer and Royce Flaming; Mike Goerzen; and Jon and Shelley Buller 10 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, a brother, Willis and Thelma Goerzen; and a sister, Alice and LeRoy Funk.

A daughter-in-law, Tammie Goerzen, a brother, Alvin and a sister, Martha Goerzen
preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held November 8, 2010 at Tabor Mennonite Church, Newton, Kansas
 (where) with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Tabor Mennonite Church, Newton, KS
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
 
 

Good, Arthur P. "Archie", Sr., 69, of 2499 Zerbe Road, Narvon, died Thursday, July 1, 2010 at Zerbe Sisters Nursing Center, after a lengthy illness. Born in Caernarvon Twp., Lancaster County, he was the son of the late Lester H. and Maggie (Hershey) Good.

He worked from 1957 - 1985 at Victor F. Weaver Poultry in New Holland in the sanitation department. Later he worked part time for Achenbach's Pastry, Inc. in Leola. He was a member of Mountain Spring Mennonite Church and enjoyed participating in many of the activities at Welsh Mountain Home where he lived for a time. He also enjoyed spending time at the mountains.

Surviving is his wife, Elizabeth (Lapp) Good of Johnstown; a daughter, Janet, married to Charles Barrett of Johnstown; two sons, Dale Good of Hollidaysburg, and Arthur, Jr., married to Katherine Good of Lebanon; eight grandchildren; four great grandchildren; two step grandchildren; six step great grandchildren; five brothers and sisters, Alice, married to Raymond Martin of Ephrata, Harold, married to Joanne (Bowman) Good of Anderson, SC, Ruth Good of Lititz, Rhoda, married to Andr?? Kalend of Morgantown, WV, and Robert, married to Cynthia (Rice) Good of East Earl.

Preceding him in death is a sister, Miriam Musser; and three brothers, Elvin, Charles, and Edwin Good. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 10 at 11 AM at the Goodville Mennonite Church, 1556 Main St., Goodville, PA with the Reverend James C. Bowman officiating. The family will visit with friends following the service. Private interment will be in the Goodville Mennonite Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Welsh Mountain Home, 567 Springville Road, New Holland, PA 17557 or to Hospice of Lancaster County, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125.

Intelligencer Journal - 7/3/2010
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Good, Beatrice W. Martin, 78, of East Earl, entered into rest at Fairmount Homes, Ephrata on Thursday, December 23, 2010.

She was born in Terre Hill, a daughter of the late Henry M. and Lucy G. (Weber) Martin. She was the wife of Martin Good, with whom she shared 10 years of marriage.

She was a member of Weaverland Church, Weaverland Conference.

Surviving in addition to her husband are her children, Bonita, wife of Jacob Martens of Robesonia, Vernon, husband of Rebecca (Ebersole) Martin of Pensacola, FL, Ernest Martin of Newmanstown, Linda, wife of Loren Martin of Orrstown, Mark, husband of Esther (Bontrager) Martin of Punta Gorda, FL, Leon, husband of Anna (Shirk) Martin of Newmanstown, Rhoda, wife of Isaac Lowry of Falling Waters, WV; 3 stepsons, Neil, husband of Betty (Burkholder) Good of East Earl, Clair, husband of Lucille (Horst) Good of East Earl, Lynn, husband of Lynnelle (Fox) Good of East Earl; 47 grandchildren; 14 step grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; and 1 step great grandchild; siblings Andrew, husband of Dorothy (Shirk) Martin of Reinholds, Pauline Martin of Narvon, Elizabeth (Martin), wife of Titus Martin of Stevens, Rufus, husband of Mary (Nolt) Martin of Lititz, Henry, husband of Barbara (Mitchell) Martin of Reinholds, Warren, husband of Anna (Hahn) Martin of Reinholds, and John, husband of Mabel (Martin) Martin of Ephrata.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Fred M. Martin, in 1999, and 3 sisters, Lucy (Martin) Eberly, Anna (Martin) Good, and Esther (Martin) Martin.

A viewing will be held from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM, Monday, December 27 at Fairmount Homes, Wheat Ridge Chapel, 333 Wheat Ridge Dr., Ephrata, and 9 to 10 AM, Tuesday at the Schaefferstown Mennonite Church, 625 N. Market St., Myerstown, PA. Funeral services will be held at 10 AM on Tuesday, at the church. Interment will follow in the adjoining church cemetery.

Kindly omit flowers.

Arrangements by Roseboro Stradling Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc., Denver.

Intelligencer Journal - 12/24/2010
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Good, Eli H., 63, of Tucson, AZ, formally of Lancaster County, passed away May 8, 2010. He was a mechanic at Victor Weavers, Inc. in New Holland and Holmes Tuttle Ford Company in AZ. He will be missed by his family and friends. He enjoyed Ford Racing, camping, riding his Harley, and was a Steeler's fan.

Survived by his parents, Raymond and Elsie Good of Ephrata, and siblings, Jerry of Narvon, Joyce (Leonard Martin) of New Holland, Clarence, (Vicki) of East Earl, Nevin (Dianne) of New Holland, Jay of Tucson, AZ, Hettie (John Zimmerman) of New Holland. Lillie of Ephrata, Bruce (Joyce) of Fredericksburg, and Sally of New Holland. He was preceded in death by John, Barry, Dallas, Barbara Jean, and Elsie Faye. Arangements by Angel Valley Funeral Home, Tucson, AZ.

Intelligencer Journal - 5/15/2010
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Good, H. Jason

DALTON -- H. Jason Good, 99, formerly of Dalton, went to be with the Lord, on Sunday morning, Aug. 8, 2010, at the Apostolic Christian Home in Rittman, following a period of declining health.

Jason was born March 21, 1911, in Dalton, the son of the late Benjamin and May (Rohrer) Good. He attended Orrville Schools. Jason was united in marriage to Beulah Yoder on Dec. 24, 1932, in Orrville. She survives.

He had worked as a painter for many years, and previously was employed in the cook room at the J.M. Smucker Company of Orrville. He had attended the Immanuel Fellowship Church in Guerne.

Surviving in addition to his wife of over 77 years, Beulah (Yoder) Good, are children, Robert J. (Donna) Good of Orrville, Raymond B. (Betty) Good of Dawson Creek, B.C., Canada, Roger (Linda) Good of Bird-In-Hand, Pa., and Helen (Luther Good) Schlabach of Smithville; 10 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Emma Ruth Weaver of Columbiana, Mary Catherine Witmer of Sparta, Tenn., and Miriam (Luke) Rhodes of Ashland; and nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his step-mother, Martha (Hoover) Good; brothers, Willis, Willard, Heber, Elmer and two infant brothers; sisters, Myrtle Hoover and Bertha Good; and a great-great-grandchild.

Services will be held at County Line Mennonite Church near Dalton, on Thursday, Aug. 12, 2010, at 10 a.m. with William Stutzman officiating. Burial will take place in the church cemetery.

Friends may call at Auble Funeral Home in Orrville on Wednesday from 5-8 p.m. or one hour prior to services at the church on Thursday. Online registry and expressions of condolence may be left at www.aublefuneralhome.com.

Memorial contributions may be sent to a charity of the donor's choice.

Daily Record, Wooster, OH
8/10/2010
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin
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Good, H. Jason, 99, formerly of Dalton, OH died August 8, 2010, at the Apostolic Christian Home in Rittman, OH. He was born March 21, 1911, in Dalton, OH to Benjamin and May (Rohrer) Good. Jason was united in marriage to Beulah Yoder on December 24, 1932, in Orrville, OH, they were married over seventy-seven years. She survives. He had attended the Immanuel Fellowship Church in Guerne, OH.

Survived by his wife Beulah and children, Robert J. (Donna) Good of Orrville, OH; Raymond B. (Betty) Good of Dawson Creek, B.C., Canada; Roger (Linda) Good of Bird-In-Hand, PA, and Helen (Luther Good) Schlabach of Smithville, OH; ten grandchildren; twenty-four great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren; three sisters, Emma Ruth Weaver of Columbiana, OH; Mary Catherine Witmer of Sparta, TN and Miriam (Luke) Rhodes of Ashland, OH; nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; step-mother, Martha (Hoover) Good; six brothers, Willis, Willard, Heber, Elmer, and two infant brothers; and two sisters, Myrtle Hoover and Bertha Good; and a great-great-grandchild.

Funeral service was August 12, 2010 at the County Line Mennonite Church, near Dalton, OH with William Stutzman officiating. Burial was in County Line Mennonite Cemetery, near Dalton, OH.

Source: Auble Funeral Home in Orrville, OH
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Good, Jacob N., 74, of Denver, entered into rest at Ephrata Community Hospital, on Saturday, September 18, 2010.

He was born in Ephrata Twp., a son of the late Edward S. and Frances (Nolt) Good. He is the husband of Arlene H. (Martin) Good, to whom he was married for 53 years.

Jacob enjoyed the outdoors, and worked in sales and service for Stevens Feed Mill.

Surviving in addition to his wife are, a son, Willard, husband of Florence (Martin) Good of Denver; 3 grandchildren, Austin, Emily, and Dillon Good of Denver; 5 brothers, Luke, husband of Martha Good of Lititz, Willis, husband of Ester Good of Myerstown, Mark, husband of Luella Good of Lititz, Moses, husband of Elizabeth Good of Manheim, and Jonas, husband of Grace Good of Myerstown; and a sister, Katie, wife of Henry Garman of Stevens.

He was preceded in death by 3 brothers, Lloyd, Ivan and Edward Good, and a sister, Anna Martin.

A viewing will be held from 5 to 8 PM, Wednesday, September 22, at Martindale Reception Center, 352 Martindale Rd., Ephrata. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM, Thursday the 23rd from the Martindale Reception Center, with Pastor Jonathan Yoder officiating. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family.

Memorial contributions in Jacob 's memory may be sent to Pine Grove Church, P.O. Box 573, 1194 Reading Rd., Bowmansville, PA 17507. Arrangements by Roseboro Stradling Funeral & Cremation Service, Inc., Denver, [PA]

Intelligencer Journal - 9/20/2010
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Good, Lawrence E., 85, of Souderton, PA died October 26, 2010 at Harleysville, Montgomery Co., PA.  He was born November 5, 1924 at Spring City, PA to Allen and Hannah (Gross) Good.  On March 26, 1955 he was married to Grace S. Bower, who was born May 26, 1926 and survives.

Surviving are two sons, Larry (Denise) Good and Phil (Deb) Good, 5 grandchildren, and siblings, James (Edna Mae) Good, Claude Good, Ernest (Ellen) Good, Barbara (John) Kurtz, Pauline Good, and brother-in-law, Sam Horst.


An infant daughter, Sara Jane Good, two infant granddaughters, Sarah and Katherine Good, a brother, Webster Good, two sisters, Elizabeth Horst, and Catherine (Chester) Kurtz, and a sister-in-law, Alice Good preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held November 1, 2010 at Plains Mennonite Church, Hatfield, Montgomery Co., PA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Mike Derstine, Hatfield, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Good, Mary K. Horst, 83, of New Holland, entered into rest at Hospice of Lancaster County, Mount Joy, on Sunday, May 30, 2010. She was born in Earl Township, a daughter of the late Milton M. and Lena H. Kurtz Horst. Her husband, Lloyd N. Good, preceded her in death May 21, 2001.

Mary was a member of the Martindale Mennonite Church, Weaverland Conference.

Surviving are seven sons, Alvin (Mary Zeiset) Good of Memphis, MO, Leon (Lucille High) Good of Port Byron, NY, Lloyd (Beverly Martin) Good of Lititz, Edward (Susanna Gehman) Good of Lititz, Paul (Sadie Ann Nolt) Good of Narvon, Milton (Catherine Horst) Good of Newmanstown, Wilmer (Julia Burkholder) Good of Narvon; six daughters, Marian, wife of Clarence M. Weaver of Myerstown, Lena Mae, wife of Luke Horning of Rutledge, MO, Anna Frances, wife of Gary Gmys of Ephrata, Louella, wife of Nelson Martin of New Holland, Irene, wife of Elam Martin Jr. of Stevens, Mary Faye, wife of Merrill Nolt of Quarryville; 49 grandchildren and 118 great grandchildren; a brother, Milton (Kathryn Zimmerman) Horst of New Holland; and two sisters, Alma, wife of John Hurst of Womelsdorf, and Lizzie Weaver of Anna, IL.

esides her husband, she was preceded in death by a son-in-law, Norman H. Martin, a grandson, Merlin Good, and a brother, Aaron Horst.

A viewing will be held from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., Thursday, June 3rd, at Martindale Fellowship Center, 352 Martindale Road, Ephrata. The funeral service will be held on Friday, June 4th, at 9 a.m. at Martindale Fellowship Center with further services at 9:30 a.m. at the Martindale Old Order Mennonite Church, with Bishop Amos G. Martin officiating. Interment will in the adjoining church cemetery Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Akron/ Ephrata.

Intelligencer Journal - 6/2/2010
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish
 

Good, Rev. Warren S., 90, of Ephrata, entered into rest at Hospice of Lancaster County on Friday, November 5, 2010. He was born in Earl Township, a son of the late Mahlon and Fannie Stauffer Good. He was the husband of Mary Fry Good who died in 2002.

Warren was one of the founding members and first pastor of the Hinkletown Mennonite Church and held numerous revival meetings throughout his career. In his later years, he was an avid golfer. Warren was dearly loved by his family and always passed on words of truth.

Surviving are six daughters, Kathryn E., wife of Lester G. Sensenig of East Earl, Nancy L., wife of Carl Kimmet of New Holland, Barbara A., wife of Michael T. Beamer of New Holland, Jane L., wife of Harold Showalter of Denver, Mary Etta, wife of Barry Lapp of Ephrata, and Rachel D. Good of Ephrata; 26 grandchildren and 45 great grandchildren; a son-in-law, Erv Weaver of Reinholds; a brother, Mahlon Good Jr. of Denver, and a sister, Susie Kreider of Ephrata.

Besides his wife, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Meg Weaver, granddaughter Sarah Beth Showalter, and grandson, Fred Sensenig.

A viewing will be held from 6 to 8 PM, Wednesday, November 10th and 1 hour prior to the service on Thursday November 11th at Hinkletown Mennonite Church, 2031 Division Highway, Ephrata.

The funeral service will be at 10 AM Thursday with Revs. Glenn Sauder, Gerald Fox, Jerold Martin and Al Kunkle officiating. Interment will follow in the adjoining church cemetery. Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.

Intelligencer Journal - 11/6/2010
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Graber, Annie S. Unruh, 95, of Vermillion, SD died June 18, 2010 at Sioux Falls, SD.  She was born February 6, 1915 at Hurley, SD to Henry and Marie (Wek) Unruh.  On May 5, 1937 at Marion, SD she was married to Waldo "Slim" Graber, who is deceased.

Surviving are children, Morris (Judy) Graber; Kermit (Shelly) Graber; and Loren (Ellen) Graber, 12 grandchildren, and 33 great-grandchildren.

Annie taught in rural schools in the Freeman, SD area, started her own candy Company, Annie's Candies, and was known for her wide array of hats.

Memorial services were held June 23, 2010 at Salem-Zion Mennonite Church, Freeman, SD with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Elizabeth, Freeman, SD
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Graber, Charles J., 97, of Stryker died May 4, 2010 at Fairlawn Haven Nursing Home, Archbold, OH.  He was born April 5, 1913 at Stryker, OH to Amos and Lydia (Short) Graber.  On June 7, 1942 he was married to Anna Karen Swartz, who died in 2001.

Surviving are a son, John (Juanita) Graber, a daughter, Ann K. (Jim) Hershberger and 4 grandchildren.

Brothers: Guy, George, Clarence and Sisters: Anna Ringenberg, Catherine Lamberson preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held May 7, 2010 at Grove Mennonite Church, Stryker, OH with burial in Lockport Cemetery, Stryker, OH.

Submitted by: Sandy Stuckey, Stryker, OH
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Graber, Marjorie Ann Ewert, 77, of Freeman, SD died March 11, 2010 at the same place.  She was born February 3, 1933 at Marion, SD to Alfred and Bertha (Tieszen) Ewert.  On August 8, 1959 at Freeman, SD she was married to Cleon Graber, who survives.

Also surviving are a daughter, Teresa  (Jim) Dick; a son, Linden (Judy) Graber; and 4 grandchildren.

Memorial services were held March 15, 2010 at Salem-Zion Mennonite Church, Freeman, SD with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Elizabeth _____, Freeman, SD
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Graber, Nathaniel M.
          
Nathaniel M. Graber, 8, of Sullivan passed away at 9:15 p.m. Monday, June 14, 2010, at his residence. [Died in a farm accident]
         
Services were held Thurs day morning at the Monroe Herschberger residence in rural Sullivan with Bishop Ervin Dean Schrock officiating. Burial was in Herschberger Cemetery in rural Sullivan. Visitation was anytime prior to the funeral at the Herschberger residence. Edwards Funeral Home, Arcola, assisted the family with arrangements.
           
Nathaniel was born March 18, 2002, in Urbana. He was a son of Mervin and Lorene (Kaufman) Graber.
           
He is survived by his parents; a brother, James Leon of Sullivan; four sisters, Deloris Ann, Leah Ruth, Laura Rose, and Christine Marie, all of Sullivan; grandparents, Fred and Anna Mae (Wagler) Graber of Odon, Indiana, and Reuben and Leah (Mast) Kaufman of Arcola; and a stepgreat-grandmoth er, Mattie Kaufman.
           
He was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, Andrew and Cora (Stutzman) Kaufman and Caroline (Schrock) Wagler, and one cous in, Leanna Kay Hersch berger.

Arthur Graphic, Arthur, IL
06-22-2010
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Graber, Sarah C. Herschberger
      
Sarah C. (Herschberger) Graber, 74, of Arthur passed away at 1:54 p.m. Wednesday, October 6, 2010, at Decatur Memorial Hospital.
     
Funeral services were held Saturday morning, October 9, at Sunnyside Mennonite Church in Arcola with Larry Rocke officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Visitation was Thursday and Friday at the church. Edwards Funeral Home assisted with arrangements.
     
Mrs. Graber was born November 22, 1935, on her parents' farm one mile south of Arthur on the Moultrie-Douglas County Line Road. She was the daughter of Chris E. and Amelia (Bontrager) Herschberger. She married Jacob LeRoy Graber on April 13, 1954, in Douglas County. They were married for 43 years. They lived near Manteno, outside Findley, in Cooks Mills, and in Arthur. He died on October 27, 1997.
     
Surviving are four children, Ruth Sparks and husband Rich of Washington, DC, Ken Graber and wife Suzanne of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Dale Graber and wife Martha of St. Paul, Minnesota, and Lori Howell and husband Bradley of Arthur; nine grandchildren; five brothers, Levi C. Herschberger and wife Edna of Arthur, Eli A. Herschberger and wife Anna Marie of Arthur, Monroe C. Herschberger and wife Verna of Sullivan, Chris Herschberger Jr. and wife Fannie of Bloomfield, Ohio, and Oba C. Hersch berger and wife Lorene of Sullivan; and seven sisters, Katie Miller of Arthur, Irma Schrock and husband Andy of Bloomfield, Iowa, Ella Diener and husband Ben of Arthur, Lydia Yoder and husband Levi of Wautoma, Wisconsin, Fannie Helmuth and husband Orie of North Carolina, Viola Schrock of Arthur, and Mary Yoder and husband Andy of Ava.
     
She was preceded in death by her husband and a brother, Ervin C. Herschberger.
     
Mrs. Graber was a matriarch; a mother, a grandmother, a farmer, a school bus driver, the hub of social communication at the watering hole in Arthur, and, most recently, drove Amish school children and teachers to their respective schools. She was a beloved and generous friend to all.
     
Donations in memory of Mrs. Graber should be made to Sunnyside Mennonite Church, c/o Rev. Larry Rocke, 470 E County Road, 675 North, Tuscola, IL 61953, c/o Music Fund.

The Arthur Graphic-Clarion, Arthur, IL
10-20-2010
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin
 

Graber, Sylvia Borkholder, 84, of Millersburg, IN formerly of Nappanee, IN, died March 26, 2010 at 2:31 a.m. at Elkhart General Hospital. She was born March 20, 1926 in Holmes County, Ohio, to Samuel and Sarah P. (Weaver) Borkholder.  

She married Edward H. Graber Feb. 14, 1952. He preceded her in death April 2, 1994. She was a member of Fairview Amish Mennonite Church, Nappanee, and a former pastor's wife. She enjoyed serving the congregation and the community.

Survived by her son, Loren Ray (Esther Miller) Graber, Nappanee, IN; daughters, Pauline Faye (William) Miller, Millersburg, IN and Neva Fern (Marvin) Miller, Grove City, MN; daughter-in-law, Amanda Graber, Nappanee, IN; son-in-law, Paul Miller, Nappanee, IN; 25 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her son, David Henry Graber; daughter, Susan Elaine Miller; two granddaughters; a great-granddaughter; four brothers, Enos, Johnny, Peter and Andrew Borkholder; four sisters, Magdalena Kaufman, Anna Hochstetler, Sophia Helmuth and Mary Miller.

Funeral service was March 29, 2010 at Mount Tabor Church of God. Clarence Bontrager of the church will officiate, assisted by Randy Miller. Burial was in Fairview Amish Mennonite Church Cemetery, Nappanee, IN.
Source: Goshen News, March 26, 2010
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler
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Graber, Sylvia Borkholder

 MILLERSBURG -- Sylvia Graber, 84, 11625 W. 700 S., Millersburg, formerly of Nappanee, died Friday (March 26, 2010) at 2:31 a.m. at Elkhart General Hospital after a short illness.

She was born March 20, 1926, in Holmes County, Ohio, to Samuel and Sarah P. (Weaver) Borkholder. She married Edward H. Graber on Feb. 14, 1952. He preceded her in death on April 2, 1994.

She was a lifetime area resident. She is survived by her son, Loren Ray (Esther Miller) Graber of Nappanee; daughters Pauline Faye (William) Miller of Millersburg and Neva Fern (Marvin) Miller of Grove City, Minn.; daughter-in-law Amanda Graber of Nappanee; son-in-law Paul Miller of Nappanee; 25 grandchildren; and 27 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband; son David Henry Graber; daughter Susan Elaine Miller; two granddaughters; one great-granddaughter; four brothers, Enos, Johnny, Peter and Andrew Borkholder; and four sisters, Magdalena Kaufman, Anna Hochstetler, Sophia Helmuth and Mary Miller.

Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today and 2 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Mount Tabor Church of God, south of Nappanee. The funeral service will take place at 10 a.m. Monday at Mount Tabor Church of God. Pastor Clarence Bontrager and Pastor Randy Miller of Fairview Amish Mennonite Church will officiate the service. Burial will be in Fairview Amish Mennonite Church Cemetery, Nappanee.

Sylvia was a member of the Fairview Amish Mennonite Church. She was a former pastor's wife and enjoyed serving the congregation in the community.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Fairview Amish Mennonite Missions Fund. Arrangements are with Thompson-Lengacher and Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
March 28, 2010
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Graybill, A. Grace Martin, 94, formerly of Goodville, died on August 12, 2010 at Landis Homes. Born in East Earl Twp., she was the daughter of the
late Wayne S. Martin and Anna M. Witmer Martin. Her husband, J. Mervin Graybill, died in 1993.

She worked at Goodville Mutual Casualty Company, retiring in 1980. She was a member of Bowmansville Mennonite Church and Sunday School. Earlier, she volunteered at the church Sewing Circle, the Welsh Mountain Samaritan Home and the Re-Uzit Shop, New Holland.

She is survived by two daughters: Martha J. Buckwalter of Vineland, NJ and Ruth I. Hughes of Archdale, NC; a daughter-in-law, Verna M. Graybill of Ephrata; and a brother Wayne W. Martin (Betty Gehman), Goodville.

She was preceded in death by two sons: Leon M. Graybill and John M. Graybill; two sisters: Reta A. Martin and Evelyn W. Martin.

The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8 PM on Saturday (TODAY) at West Bethany Chapel, Landis Homes, 1001 E. Oregon Rd., Lititz and on Sunday from 2 - 3 PM with the funeral at 3 PM at Bowmansville Mennonite Church, 129 Pleasant Valley Rd., East Earl, PA 17519. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.

Intelligencer Journal - 8/14/2010
Submitted by, Robert Fish
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Graybill, A. Grace Martin, 94, formerly of Goodville, PA died August 12, 2010 at Landis Homes, Lititz, PA. She was born in East Earl Twp., Lancaster Co., PA to Wayne S. Martin and Anna M. Witmer Martin. Her husband, J. Mervin Graybill, died in 1993.

She was a member of Bowmansville Mennonite Church and Sunday School. Earlier, she volunteered at the church Sewing Circle, the Welsh Mountain Samaritan Home and the Re-Uzit Shop, New Holland. Survived by two daughters: Martha J. Buckwalter of Vineland, NJ and Ruth I. Hughes of Archdale, NC; a daughter-in-law, Verna M. Graybill of Ephrata, PA; and a brother Wayne W. Martin (Betty Gehman), Goodville, PA.

She was preceded in death by two sons: Leon M. Graybill and John M. Graybill; two sisters: Reta A. Martin and Evelyn W. Martin.
 
Funeral service was at Bowmansville Mennonite Church, Interment was in the Bowmansville Mennonite cemetery East Earl, PA.

Source: Obit files of Groff-High-Eckenroth Funeral Home, Inc.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Graybill, Allen W., 65, of Mifflintown, PA died March 1, 2010, at M.S. Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, PA. He was born March 30, 1944, in Fayette Twp, Juniata Co., PA to Simon R. and Mary Alice (Auker) Graybill. His wife of more than 10 years, RuthAnn (Shellenberger) Graybill, survives.

Survived by his wife and one son, Christopher Graybill and his wife, Stephanie, of Denver, Colo.; one son through marriage, Toby Horning and his wife, Shelly, of Thompsontown, PA; one daughter through marriage, Denise Brubaker and her husband Deron, of Richfield, PA; one sister, Sara Jane Swartz and her husband, Robert, of East Salem, PA; one brother-in-law, Elam Beiler and his wife, Charlotte, of Middleburg, PA; one sister-in-law, Maria Graybill, of Selinsgrove, PA and he leaves behind five grandchildren, Ruby Grace Graybill, Kasi Horning, Carson Horning, Amara Brubaker and Cole Brubaker.

Preceding him in death were one brother, Melvin Graybill and one sister Nancy
Beiler.

Funeral service was March 4, 2010, from the Delaware Mennonite Church, with Pastor Craig Zendt officiating. Interment was in the Delaware Mennonite Cemetery. East Salem, PA.
Source: The Sentinal, Lewistown, PA   March 2, 2010
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Graybill, Carl E., age 66, of Selinsgrove, formerly of Evendale, died at home on July 1, 2010. Born March 24, 1944 in Lewistown, Mifflin County, he was the son of the late Eli S. and Alma E. Graybill.

He is survived by his wife Sharon (Gehman) Graybill, whom he married on September 29, 1973. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one sister, Emma E Graybill, of Vassalbors, Maine, brothers-in-law Larry Gehman and his wife Twila, of Middleburg, John W. Gehman and his wife Susan, of McAlisterville, sisters-in-law Louisa Eicher and her husband Larry, of AuGres, MI, Mary Alyce Lauver and her husband Timothy, of Mifflintown, Pauline Gehman, of Hummelstown, Ida Mae Gehman, of Lebanon, and nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by one infant brother, David B. Graybill. For many years, Carl and Sharon operated a farm in Evendale. Later, he worked for the Agronomy Center in Thompsontown. He served as Pastor at Lauver's Mennonite Church and later as overseer in the Juniata District Churches of the Lancaster Mennonite Conference, retiring in 2001. He was a member of the New Harvest Community Church, Millerstown, and Lauver's Mennonite Church, Richfield. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, July 5, 2010, from Lauver's Mennonite Church with Pastor John Gehman and Pastor Warren Peachey officiating. Interment will follow in the adjoining church cemetery.

Viewing will be held from 2-4 p.m. and from 6-8 p.m. on Sunday, July 4, 2010, at Lauver's Mennonite Church, and from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Monday, July 5, 2010 at the church. If friends desire, memorial gifts in loving memory of Carl may be sent to New Harvest Community Church, c/o Building Fund, PO Box 614, Millerstown, PA 17062 or to Lauver's Mennonite Church, c/o Building Fund, 34585 Route 35, Richfield, PA 17086. Arrangements have been entrusted to Brown Funeral Homes, Inc., 111 Westfall Street, McAlisterville, PA 17049.
 
Intelligencer Journal - 7/2/2010
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish
 


Griffin, Ellen Brunk, 89, died peacefully in her sleep Saturday morning, Jan. 2, 2010. She lived in York, Pa., before moving to Kensington, Md., to be near her daughter.

She was born Feb. 12, 1920, in Denbigh, Va., to the late Henry and Nora (Kraus) Brunk.

She is survived by a daughter, Ruth Prindle and husband, Bill, of Silver Spring, Md.; a son, John D. Lehman and wife, Mary, of Tampa, Fla.; and two granddaughters, Nora and Emma Prindle.

She is also survived by one sister, Ruth Horst of Elkhart, Ind.; and three brothers, Nelson Brunk of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Henry and Joe Brunk of Harrisonburg. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Esther Loux and Alma Baer, and one brother, Perry Brunk.

In 1939, she graduated from Eastern Mennonite School, Harrisonburg, Va., and for many years worked as a bookkeeper in the family business, Peoples Supply Co., Bladensburg, Md. She was much loved and will be missed by her family, friends, and host of nieces, nephews and their families.

Private interment will be at the Fort Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, Md. A memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 9, 2010, at Christ Congregational Church, 9525 Colesville Road, Silver Spring, Md.

Daily News Record - 1/7/2010
Harrisonburg, VA
From: Robert Fish


Grinnell, Ann M. Yoder, 94, of Waterloo, died September 18, 2010 at Ravenwood Nursing and Rehab Center. She was born December 4, 1915 at Hutchinson, Kansas the daughter of John Z. and Mary Bontrager Yoder. She was united in marriage to Glenn "Bob" Grinnell on December 30, 1960. She was a missionary in Africa for 12 years, retiring in 1959.

She is survived by a stepdaughter, Marilyn Chapman of Texas; one sister Fanny M. Miller of Kalona, IA and several step-grandchildren.

Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband Bob in 1980; one step-daughter, Shirley Jones; two sisters: Mattie Mast and Rhoda Stutzman; five brothers: Moses, Chriss, Dan, J.M., Simeon, and Jonas Yoder; three half brothers: Israel, Ruben and John S. Yoder, Jr.; two half sisters: Lizzie Yoder and Rebecca Miller.

Services were September 21, 2010 at the Huisman Schumacher Chapel in Waterloo, IA with Reverend David Peters officiating. Burial was at the Fairview Cemetery in Dunkerton, IA.

Source: Kalona News, Kalona, IA October 6, 2010
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler
  

Groff, Helen V. Rutt, 82, of 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland, formerly of 160-A N. Hollander Rd., Gordonville died Sunday, March 14, 2010 at Garden Spot Village. Her husband, Lloyd G. Groff, survives. They observed their 38th anniversary on February 19th.

Born in New Holland, she was the daughter of the Phares W. and Anna (Burkhart) Rutt.

Helen was a cook and baker for Peoples Restaurant, Wenger's Restaurant and Kling House Restaurant at Kitchen Kettle Village.

A member of Conestoga Church of the Brethren, she served the church as a deaconess, Sunday School teacher, librarian, sang in the choir and managed the kitchen. She was also a member of the Farm Women Society #24, the Ladies Auxiliary to the Intercourse Fire Company, the Christian Women's Club, and the Garden Spot Village Voices.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by two step-children: Evelyn married to Ronald Hartmann, Paradise and Robert H. Groff, Branchburg, NJ; two step-grandchildren; five step-great grandchildren; and a brother, Phares B. Rutt married to Katie Miller, Nakomis, FL; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by a sister, a half-sister, and four half-brothers.

Her funeral will be held on Thursday, March 18, at 2 PM at the Conestoga Church of the Brethren, 141 E. Main St., Leola, with Pastor Alan Miller and Chaplain Lucille Stoltzfus officiating. Interment will be in Bareville Cemetery. A viewing will be held at Garden Spot Village Chapel on Wednesday from 6 to 8
Thursday from 1 to 2 PM. If desired, memorials may be sent to Hospice of Lancaster County, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125 or to Garden Spot Village Benevolent Fund, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland, PA 17557. The Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland is in charge of arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 3/16/2010
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Groff, Ruth Ann Weaver, 69, Stevens, PA July 12, 2010 at the Crozer Chester Medical Center She was born in Terre Hill, Lancaster Co., PA to Rufus M. and Ella Mae (Good) Weaver. She was married 48 years on Nov. 11 to Elwood B. Groff. She was a member of the Centerville Mennonite Church.

Survived by her husband and two sons, J. Merlin, married to Lois Ann (Martin) Groff of Pittsgrove, NJ, and E. David, married to Lillian (Brubaker) Groff of Denver; PA; three daughters, Naomi, married to James K. Weaver of Jonestown, PA; Lorene, married to Curtis Miller of Hutchinson, KS, and Ruth Elaine Groff at home; 23 grandchildren; four brothers, Richard G. Weaver of Denver, PA; David G. Weaver of Womelsdorf, PA; James G. Weaver of Denver, PA; and Daniel G. Weaver of Lititz, PA; three sisters, Mildred, Martha, and Miriam Weaver all of Ephrata, PA.

Preceding her in death is a daughter and a sister.

Funeral service was July 16, 2010 at the Martindale Mennonite Fellowship Center, Ephrata, PA. Interment will be at the Centerville Mennonite Cemetery.

Source: Obit files of Groff-High-Eckenroth Funeral Home, Terre Hill, PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Groff, Ruth E., 90, of Landis Homes, Lititz, PA died February 3, 2010 at her residence. Born in East Lampeter Twp. Lancaster Co., PA, to Elmer K. and Edna Meck Groff.

She was a member of Mellinger's Mennonite Church.

She is survived by twelve nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by two brothers, J. Elvin Groff, Rohrer M. Groff; a sister, Mary E. Kunkel, and a niece.

Funeral service was February 8, 2010 in the East Bethany Chapel at Landis Homes, Lititz, PA. Interment was in Mellinger Mennonite Cemetery Lancaster, PA.
Source: LOL February 4, 2010
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Groff, Thelma Miller,  86, of Goshen, IN died March 20, 2010  at Goshen General Hospital. She was born and raised in India dau. of Ruth and Ernest E. Miller. She was married to Weyburn Groff.

She maintained her friendships and interests in India throughout her life.

Weyburn and Thelma have been residents of Goshen since 1965 after returning from 20 years in India, where both served as teachers at Union Biblical Seminary. In retirement in 1988, Weyburn and Thelma were sent by the Mennonite Central Committee as pastoral counselors for MCC service workers in Nepal, India, Bangladesh, Thailand, Indonesia and Taiwan.

Survived by her husband Weyburn; three daughters, Rachel White of Sarasota, Fla., Margaret Groff and her husband, Hans Reinhardt, of Sheboygan, Wis., Cheryl Groff and her husband, Ron Hess, of Cairo, Egypt; son Ed Groff of Los Angeles, Calif.; three grandchildren, Alex Hess of Seattle, Wash., Conrad Hess of Vancouver, British Columbia, and Peter Reinhardt of Boston, Mass.; and her brother and sister-in-law, Don and Mary Lois Miller of New Bern, N.C., and their family.

A memorial service was March 27, 2010 at College Mennonite Church, Goshen, IN with the Rev. Klaudia Smucker officiating.
Source: E-Truth.com.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler
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Groff, Thelma Miller, 86, of Goshen, IN, died March 20, 2010 at the same place.  She was born July 5, 1923 at Dhamtari, India to Ernest and Ruth (Blosser) Miller.  On January 1, 1946 at Goshen, IN she was married to Weyburn Woodrow Groff, who was born October 15, 1921 and survives.

Surviving are children, Rachel White; Margaret Groff (Hans Reinhardt); Cheryl Groff (Ron Hess); and Ed Groff, 3 grandchildren, and a brother, Donald (Mary Lois) Miller.

Thelma was born and raised in India and maintained her friendships and interests in India throughout her life.  She and Weyburn became residents in Goshen in 1965 after returning from 20 years in India, where both served as teachers at Union Biblical Seminary.  Thelma taught fourth grade at Parkside Elementary School, 1966-1971.  In the early 1980s Thelma served as Internship Placement Supervisor for students at AMBS and pursued professional degrees in pastoral ministries.  In 1988 Thelma and Weyburn served with MCC as pastoral counselors for MCC service workers.  In recent years Thelma was a professional spiritual counselor.

Memorial services were held March 27, 2010 at College Mennonite Church, Goshen, IN with burial in College Church Memorial Garden, Goshen, IN.

Submitted by: Ethel Hoffman, Goshen, IN
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Gross, Joe A., 90, of Freeman, Hutchinson Co., SD died November 19, 2010 at the same place.  

He was born November 12, 1920 in Hutchinson County, South Dakota to Andrew J.C. and Mary A. (Tschetter) Gross.  Andrew was born October 24, 1890 and died August 1, 1966.  Mary was born June 16, 1889 and died August 8, 1972.

On September 24, 1946 at Onida, SD he was married to Emma Walter, who was born July 26, 1920 and survives.

Surviving are a daughter, Nancy Weber; a daughter-in-law Cindy Gross, 5 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, and a brother, Amos Gross.

A son, Sherwin; a son-in-law, Ken Weber, three sisters, Anna, Barbara, and Ruth, and two brothers, Edwin, and Emmet preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held November 23, 2010 at Hutterthal Mennonite Church, Freeman, SD with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Edie Tschetter, Freeman,SD
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Guhr, Marie J. Bartel, 95, of North Newton, KS died January 6, 2010 at the same place.  She was born July 17, 1914 at Hillsboro, KS to John and Maria (Jantz) Bartel.  On July 11, 1943 she was married to Henry Guhr, who died April 18, 1995.

Surviving are children, Leon & Virginia Guhr, Royce and Margie Guhr, Wanda and Jeff Justesen, and Rita and George Rogers, 7 grandchildren,  and 11 great-grandchildren.

Memorial services were held January 9,2010 at West Zion Mennonite, Moundridge, McPherson Co., KS with burial in Lehigh Cemetery, Lehigh, KS.

Submitted by: Carla Stucky, Moundridge, KS
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Gyger, Helen Haaby, 86, of Schwenksville, PA died April 27, 2010  at Telford, Montgomery Co., PA from Cerebrovascular Disease.  She was born September 3, 1923 at Saint-Eitienne, France to Daniel and  Marie (Roche) Haaby.  On June 26, 1954 at Spring City, Montgomery Co., PA she was married to Christian Gyger, who was born June 1 8, 1923 and survives.

Surviving are a daughter, Claire Kratz and husband, Eric; a son, John Peter Gyger and wife, Karen; and 4 grandchildren.

Memorial services were held May 3, 2010 at Williams Bergey Koffel Funeral Home, Telford, Montgomery Co., PA with burial in Franconia Mennonite Cemetery, Montgomery Co., PA.

Submitted by: Barb Moyer, Telford, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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