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Imhoff, Ruth Litwiller

METAMORA - Ruth M. Imhoff, age 95, of Peoria, formerly of Metamora, Ill., passed away at 9:13 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 9, 2011, at her residence.

She was born April 29, 1915, in Hopedale, Ill., to John E. and Phoebe (Good) Litwiller. She married Sanford D. Imhoff on June 4, 1938, in Hopedale, Ill. He passed away Feb. 2, 2008.

Surviving are two sons, Sanford J. (Kelly) Imhoff of Peoria and Thomas (Kathy) Imhoff of Metamora; two daughters, Becki (Rodney) Hartzler of Lexington, Ky., and Bonnie (Rodney) Abel of Peoria; 11 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. She is also survived by one brother, Elmer (Ethel) Litwiller of Hopedale; and a sister-in-law, Ada Litwiller of Delavan, Ill.

Ruth was preceded in death by one daughter, Cecelia Imhoff; one granddaughter, Heidi Abel; one grandson, Michael Mininger; two brothers; and five sisters.
Ruth enjoyed baking and gardening and had a quiet acceptance of all life and people.

She was a lifelong member of Metamora Mennonite Church.

A memorial service will be at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2011, at the Mason Funeral Home, Metamora Chapel, with the Rev. Mike Danner officiating. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until service time Wednesday. Cremation rites have been accorded. Burial of ashes will be in Hickory Point Cemetery in Metamora.
Memorials may be made to Metamora Mennonite Church or Methodist Hospice.
Online condolences at www.masonfuneralhomes.com.

Peoria Journal Star, The (IL)
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Immel, Harlan, 92, of Sugarcreek, OH died December 16, 2011 in Walnut Hills Nursing Home at Walnut Creek, OH. Born July 4, 1919 in Holmes County to William and Elva (Stutzman) Immel. His wife the former Ruby Miller, whom he married April 28, 1945, preceded him in death in March 1993. He was a longtime member of the Walnut Creek Mennonite Church. He loved his family and prayed for each family member daily.

Surviving are 3 sons Ellis Immel of Sugarcreek, Gordon (Donna) Immel of Kidron and Nevin (Sharlene) Immel of Sellersville, Pa.; 10 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.

In addition to his parents and wife he was preceded in death by a daughter Carol Shoup, 2 brothers Robert and Glenn Immel and a sister Clara Mae Schlegel.

A celebration of life service was December 20, 2011 at 11:00 AM in the Walnut Creek Mennonite Church with Pastor Don Hamsher officiating. Prior to services a committal service was at 10:00 AM. in the Walnut Creek Mennonite Church Cemetery.

Source: Smith-Varns Funeral Home, Sugarcreek, OH.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

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Irwin, Laura "Eleanor" Johnson, 93, of Germantown Hills, IL died October 15, 2011 at the same place. She was born May 20, 1918 at Oglesby, IL to John and Laura (Gaull) Johnson. On November 23, 1938 at Oglesby, IL she was married to John W. Irwin, who died in 1996.

Surviving are a son, William D., 11 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great-grandchildren.

Three sons, John, Robert, and Dennis, a daughter, Janice, a granddaughter, Diane, and a grandson, Greg preceded her in death.

She was a volunteer at Mennonite Heritage Center in Metamora, Sunday school teacher for more than 50 ye4ars, and involved with Girl Scouts for 30 years.

Memorial services were held October 22, 2011 at Cazenovia Mennonite Church, Cazenovia, IL with burial Lutheran Cemetery, Peoria, IL.

Submitted by: Susie Jauch, Metamora, IL
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Isaac, Mary Hiebert
December 22, 1919 - January 26, 2011

ISAAC, Mary - Our mother and grandmother went to be with our dad on January 26, 2011, thirty-one years to the day since her father went to be with the Lord. During the last several years, she often spoke longingly of her parents. She was born on the farm at Swalwell, Alberta to Frank and Katharina Hiebert on December 22, 1919.

Her first 50 years were spent in the Linden-Swalwell area. She gave her heart to the Lord and was baptized at the age of 15 years into the Church of God in Christ, Mennonite to which she remained faithful until the end. She married our dad, John Isaac, on November 4, 1945. They were married for almost 65 years. In 1971, they moved to Fort Vermilion, AB, where they lived for 17 years. Then they moved to Enderby, BC, in 1989 where they retired.

Mom's love of the prairies made it easy for her to return to Linden in the year 2000. At this time, they down-sized to the Lynn Haven apartments and then later moved into the Linden Nursing Home for their final years. Mom had a love of gardening and grew amazing flowers. In fall, canning filled her time as she joyfully stocked her cold room with preserves from the garden. Berry picking was usually a family picnic and always an adventure. Not only was Mom a great cook, she baked the best buns and bread. Mom's artistic ability came out when she designed quilt after quilt from the simplest pieces of scrap material. The challenges of sewing for all of us children never intimidated her as she made new clothes for us, even at times from used clothing.

Mom dearly loved her grandchildren. Her last Christmas was memorable with family, especially when two of her great-granddaughters sat next to her on her bed and sang her a Christmas song.

She was predeceased by her husband John, three sisters, four brothers and her daughter Nancy.

She leaves behind Stan (Sharon) of Enderby, Lloyd (Pearl) of Pincher Creek, Stella (Brian) of Linden, Helen (Gary) of Saskatoon, Norma (Paul) of Calgary, Vera (Wayne) of Grande Prairie, and Frank (Eunice) of Linden, 22 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild.

Funeral Services were held Sunday, January 30, 2011 at Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, Linden, Alberta. SUNSET FUNERAL SERVICE ltd Linden, Alberta.

Submitted by: Leon Hertzler, Newport, NH

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Isaac, Noah
February 13, 1922 - February 24, 2011

ISAAC, Noah - My beloved husband, our father, grandfather, and great grandfather, Noah Isaac was born February 13, 1922, to Abraham and Edna Isaac at Swalwell, Alberta. God called him to his eternal home on February 24, 2011, reaching the age of 89 years. He enjoyed good health until two and a half years ago. Death was the result of complications due to old age.

Dad was born on the family farm and lived there for 80 years. He attended the Linden School half a mile north of the farm. Dad gave his heart to the Lord and was baptized into the Church of God in Christ, Mennonite on December 26, 1937. He remained true to the faith. Dad spent time in a CO camp in the Kaanaskis area and then returned home to the farm.

Dad married Lea Klassen on September 14, 1947. They were blessed with four daughters and two sons. Mom passed away after 34 years of marriage, leaving Dad very lonely. On October 17, 1982, he married Beulah Unruh and they enjoyed 28 years together.

As a family, we appreciate the loving care Mom gave Dad. Dad was a farmer at heart and also loved carpentry. He provided well for us. In his retirement he spent many hours in his woodworking shop. We treasure the many gifts he made for us. Dad loved travelling with his family. He enjoyed trips to the mountains, camping, fishing and hiking. Later, trips took Dad and Mom to farther destinations. Church activities were very important to him. Mom and Dad enjoyed 6 months at the children's home in Carrot River, SK. Dad was a forgiving man, and not one to hold a grudge. We remember his prayers for us. He loved to read his Bible. In his quiet caring way, he reached out to many people. He especially loved each of his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Left to cherish fond memories are his wife, Beulah; children Verna and Allen Barkman, Cromer, MB; Marilyn and Fred Wiebe, Swanson, SK; Howard Isaac, Ponoka, AB; Dale Isaac, Stettler, AB; Ron and Ramona Isaac, Linden, AB; Karen and Keith Goossen, Armstrong, BC; Raynette and Frank Gerlitz, Castlegar, BC; 22 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren, 2 sisters Clara Toews and Matilda and William Wohlgemuth.

Dad was predeceased by his first wife, his parents, 5 sisters and 3 brothers. Recently, Dad often said, "This world is not my Home - Heaven is my Home."

Funeral services were held Sunday, February 27, 2011, at Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, Linden, AB, with interment in Linden Cemetery, Arrangements in care of SUNSET FUNERAL SERVICE Linden, Alberta.

Submitted by: Leon Hertzler, Newport, NH

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Isaac-Klassen, Mergaret Loewen
February 21, 1919 - September 14, 2011

ISAAC-Klassen Mergaret, Our merciful Heavenly Father came to take our loving mother and grandma, Margaret Isaac-Klassen to her heavenly home on September 14, 2011. She lived a full and faithful life for 92 years and in the last few years was lovingly cared for in the Linden Nursing Home. Mom longed to go to her home in heaven and spoke with anticipation of the day that she could go there.

Mom was born on February 21, 1919 to Jacob D. R. and Sarah Loewen in Sunnyslope, AB and grew up in this community together with her 2 sisters and 5 brothers. She was baptized on her birthday in 1939 by Minister H. Fricke in the Church of God in Christ Mennonite at Linden. She married Carl Isaac on April 2, 1939 and they shared over 59 years of love and companionship.

They were blessed with four children, 8 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Mom and Dad raised their family in the Linden community and moved to Enderby, BC in 1978 where she worked alongside Dad on their spruce tree farm. Mom accompanied Dad on many travels around the world and they spent an extended time in India and the Philippines in 1984. God took Dad home in October of 1998 and Mom continued to live in the Enderby area until 2002, at which time she moved back to Linden. Frank Klassen was a childhood friend and he took notice of Mom and they were married in the Linden Church on August 16, 2002. After a few years, due to her declining health, we moved her into the Linden Lodge.

Mom was a home-maker, raising her children, growing her gardens and creating a beautiful home. She was gifted with a love for flowers, nature and growing things. Mom loved to spend time in the outdoors and has passed this love on to all of her children and grandchildren. Mom was filled with a gentle, loving spirit. She was a faithful and supportive wife and her life was full of tenderness for her children, grandchildren and her great-grandchildren. Her faithfulness and discipline for being healthy and working hard was evident until the end - even when she wasn't physically able anymore, she often asked whether she could help make the meal or do the dishes. Her faith was deep and she impacted many children's lives with the importance of Bible memorization. She often shared how important it was to inscribe the scriptures into her heart, so that if there came a day when she couldn't read her Bible any longer she could still benefit from the scriptures she had memorized. We are sure this came to be a comfort and consolation in the last months as she could fill her mind with the scriptures that were planted deep in her mind and heart.

She will be fondly remembered by her recent husband, Frank Klassen; her children, Violet Isaac, Robert (Janice) Isaac, and Ruby (Reg) Reimer as well as Frank's children, Dennis & Hannah Toews, Orville & Rosalee Klassen, Burton & Susan Toews, Lloyd & Joan Klassen and Delton & Reta Boese. Also left to treasure her memory is her remaining sister Helen (John) Braun and her sister in law Lorraine Loewen and in-laws Beulah Isaac, Clara Toews and Matilda (William) Wohlgemuth.

She was pre-deceased by infant son, Edward and husband, Carl Isaac. Condolences may be sent tocondolences@sunsetltd.ca.

Funeral services were held Monday, September 19, 2011 at 10:30 am at Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, Sunnyslope Congregation with interment in Linden Cemetery. Arrangements in care of SUNSET FUNERAL SERVICE Linden, Alberta.

Submitted by: Leon Hertzler, Newport, NH

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Iwanowski, Leon, 86, died July 31, 2011 at Wayland, Iowa from natural causes. He was born January 29, 1924 at Slonim, Belarus, Russia to Waldimer and Luba Iwanov. On July 5, 1948 at Atlenmorkt, Germany he was married to Katija Dashkiewich, who was born July 29, 1927 and died August 25, 2001.

Surviving are children, Wesley Iwanowski, Victor Iwanowski, and Janet Iwanowski, 2 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren.

One grandchild preceded him in death.

Leon loved the Wayland Community for all they did by making it possible to come to the U.S.A. and become U.S. Citizens. He attended Bethel Mennonite Church his lifetime here.

Memorial services were held August 3, 2011 at Bethel Mennonite Church, Wayland Iowa with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Christina Conrad, Wayland, Iowa
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Jantz, Sylvia R. Andres, 80, of Hesston, Harvey Co., Kansas died February 8, 2011 at the same place.  She was born February 27, 1930 at Newton, Harvey Co., Kansas to Peter Cornelius and Anna (Richert) Andres.  She was married to Wallace "Wally" Jantz.

Surviving are two sons, Jeff (Teresa) Jantz and Tim (Melissa) Jantz, 4 grandchildren, two brothers, Eldon Andres, and Homer Andres, and a sister, Della Andres Wiebe.

A sister, Esther Mae Andres McDonald preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held February 15, 2011 at Hesston Mennonite Church, Hesston, Kansas with burial in Eastlawn Cemetery, Hesston, Kansas.

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Johns, Jean Shore, 57, of Hatfield, PA died September 30, 2011 at Wyndmoor, Montgomery, PA from cancer. She was born October 4, 1953 at Sellersville, Bucks, PA. In April 1985 she was married to Ed Johns, who was born December 5, 1959 and survives.

Surviving are two sons, Eric Johns and Keith Johns, and three brothers, David Shore, Bill Shore and wife Diane Bessette, and Jeff Shore and wife Fusako.

Jean was a Registered Nurse at Grand View Hospital and Mentor Coordinator at Plains Mennonite Church.

Memorial services were held October 9, 2011 at Plains Mennonite Church, Hatfield, Montgomery Co., PA.

Submitted by: Mike Derstine
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Juhnke, Quinton A., 91, of Inman, KS died October 9, 2011. He was born October 19, 1919 to Karl and Katherina (Goering) Juhnke. He was married to Ella Stucky, who survives.

Surviving are two sons, Dwayne Juhnke and Stanley Juhnke, 6 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren.

A daughter, Carlene Postier preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held October 12, 2011 at Bethel Mennonite Church, Inman, Kansas.

Submitted by: Kim Pankratz, Inman, KS
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Quinton A. Juhnke

INMAN - Quinton A. Juhnke died Oct. 9, 2011, in Inman. He was born Oct. 19, 1919, the oldest of four children to Karl Juhnke and Kathryn Goering Juhnke. Quinton was a member of the Bethel Mennonite Church, Inman. He was a farmer and carpenter and did volunteer work for the Mennonite Disaster Relief Service, Habitat for Humanity and volunteered to help build several churches including churches in Topeka and Mexico.

On Aug. 5, 1941, he married Ella Stucky. She survives along with two sons, Dwayne Juhnke, Topeka and Stanley Juhnke, Hutchinson; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by a daughter Carlene Postier.

A memorial service will be at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2011, at Bethel Mennonite Church, Inman, with Pastors Alden Dick and Amanda Rempel officiating. There will be no visitation. Memorial may be sent to the Bethel Mennonite Church in care of Buhler Mortuary, 120 N. Main, Buhler, Kansas 67522.

HutchNews.com
Published: 10/10/2011
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Kale, William "Bill," 89, of Hubert, NC died May 3, 2011 at Morehead City, NC. He was born December 25, 1921 at Florence, NJ. On June 6, 1942 he was married to Ruth Basham, who was born September 15, 1925 and survives.

Surviving are two sons, David Kale, wife Ruth; and Milton Kale, wife Cathy; and a daughter, Barbara Libby, husband Don; 5 grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren.

He was a pastor for the Church of the Nazarene for 13 years establishing churches in Pitman, NJ, and Huntingdon Valley, PA.

Memorial services were held May 7, 2011 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

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William H. Kale Jr.

"Bill," 89, of Hubert, NC, formerly of New Britain, PA, went to be with his Lord on May 3, 2011 in Carteret General Hospital, Morehead City, NC. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Naomi Ruth (Basham) Kale, his sons, David W. (Ruth) of Mount Vernon, OH and Milton P. (Cathy) of Hubert, NC and his daughter, Barbara Libby (Don) of Dublin, PA; five grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

Mr. Kale was born in Florence, NJ, to the late William H. Kale, Sr. and Edna (Leggett) Kale. He graduated from high school in Bordentown, NJ, and continued his education taking ministerial courses for 4 years, in addition to coursework in the military. He served his country well in the Navy in WWII including service on a troop transport that saw active duty in the Pacific region. His abilities in taking shorthand resulted in him taking the ship captain's notes that were eventually recorded in the official military record of the ship's activities. Mr. Kale had an extensive career in the manufacturing world including work with Campbell's Soup, the Navy Shipyard, Stokes Corporation, Pennwalt and Yarway. He concluded his career as plant manager for Southco., Inc. of Concordville, PA from 1970 to 1986. He served as a pastor for the Church of the Nazarene for 13 years, establishing churches in Pitman, NJ, Willingboro, NJ and Huntingdon Valley, PA.

Relatives and friends may greet the family Saturday, May 7 between 9:30 and 10:45 A.M. in Plains Mennonite Church, 50 Orvilla Road, Hatfield, PA, and are invited to attend his funeral service at 11 AM . Interment adjoining cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations in his name may be made to the Mennonite Central Committee, 21 S. 12th St., Akron, PA 17501. Arrangements are with Huff & Lakjer Funeral Home, Lansdale, PA.

Published in Courier-Post on May 5, 2011

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Kanagy, Irene Julia, 61, of Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN died August 15, 2011 at the same place from cancer. She was born February 15, 1950 at Belleville, PA (where) to Norman Beachy and Rachel (Byler) Kanagy.

Surviving are brothers and sisters, Aquilla, Norman, Salina Rhodes, John, Floyd, Adella Ozor, Joseph, Marvin, Darvin, Leonard, Marybeth Rush, and J. E.

Memorial services were held August 27, 2011 at Shalom Mennonite Church Indianapolis, IN.

Submitted by: Carol Bixler, Indianapolis, IN
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Kanagy, Irene J.

Irene Julia Kanagy was born on February 15, 1950 in Belleville, PA on a dairy farm to her parents Norman Beachy and Rachel Byler Kanagy.

She graduated from Eastern Mennonite University in 1973 with a BA in English and Education; she taught English at Central Christian High School in Kidron, OH from 1973-1977. While teaching there, she took a year off to be in Covenant Players, a drama and musical tour group headquartered in Reseda, CA. She toured the west and east coasts and enjoyed seeing the wide expanse of the US and visiting all the various interesting people where the group stayed. After the tour she returned to her hometown of Belleville and taught English at Belleville Mennonite High School from 1978-1982. Irene had a Master of Divinity in Counseling and Religion, and Master of Sacred Theology in Pastoral Counseling. She was a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Mental Health Counselor. From 1990 to the time of her illness, Irene worked as an Employee Assistance Program Therapist at Community Hospital, Indianapolis, IN. She very much enjoyed her work there and made many life-long friends through her work and church connections.

Irene was an active member of Shalom Mennonite Church of Indianapolis, IN. She loved theatre, reading, cooking and traveling.

Irene is survived by 9 brothers and 3 sisters: Aquilla L. Kanagy, Norman M. Kanagy, Salina A. Rhodes, John T. Kanagy, Floyd S. Kanagy, Adella S. Ozor, Joseph A. Kanagy, Marvin R. Kanagy, Darvin J. Kanagy, Leonard R. Kanagy, Mary Beth Rush and J. E. Kanagy. Irene died at home on August 15, 2011. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, August 27, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in Shalom Mennonite Church.

Indystar.com
August 18, 2011
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Kapper, Bernice Hershberger, 89, of Louisville, Marlboro Co., OH died January 16, 2011 at Orrville, Wayne Co., Ohio.  She was born to David Monroe and Ida (Crilow) Hershberger.  She was married to Melvin Kapper, who is deceased.

Surviving are Charlene (daughter) & Wayne Fausnight; Dennis (son) & Sandy Kapper; David (son) & Lisa Kapper, 11 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild.

Memorial services were held January 21, 2011 at Beech Mennonite Church, Louisville, OH.

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Kauffman, Anna J. Yoder, 86, of Decatur, formerly of the Arthur area, passed away at 9:25 a.m. on Thursday, September 8, 2011, at Decatur Memorial Hospital.

Funeral services were held Monday morning at Arthur Mennonite Church with Rev. Marvin Yoder officiating. Burial was in Arthur Cemetery. Visitation was Sunday evening at the church. Edwards Funeral Home, Arcola, assisted the fam­ily with arrangements.

Ann was born on April 13, 1925, in Arthur. She was a daughter of Joe J. and Susan (Miller) Yoder. She married Albert S. Kauffman on January 15, 1942, in Arthur. He passed away on August 21, 2004.

She is survived by three children, Vi Janzen and husband Vern of Elkhart, Kansas, Willard Kauffman and wife Jean of Atwood, and Karen Pankov and husband Pete of Sunrise Beach, Missouri; seven grandchildren, Jim and Tina Hamilton of Aurora, Colorado, Sherri and Travis Hurn of Elkhart, Tracy Kauffman of Fort Payne, Alabama, Heidi and Steve Yeakley of Atwood, Derek and Toni Herschberger of Ft. Worth, Texas, Sean and Christy Conrad of Sioux City, Iowa and Crista Dearinger of Fredricksburg, Texas; twelve great grandchildren; and one sister, Irene Yoder of Galveston, Texas.

She was preceded in death by her husband.

Ann was a wife, mother, and homemaker. Another great joy in her life was working at Jarman Hospital in Tuscola. She worked in different departments, but especially enjoyed working in the nursery the most-rocking those babies. Gardening, especially flowers indoors and out, was another great joy.

Ann enjoyed family and friends; she was always the one to visit and stay in touch with family. Her hobbies include flower arranging, taking art classes, painting, and cake decorating.

Al and Ann enjoyed travels with family thru many states. Her family has many fond memories of memorable moments.

Memorials may be made to the donor's choice.

The Arthur Graphic, Arthur, IL
Sept. 13, 2011
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Kauffman, Beulah E. Good

Feb. 9, 1919 - Aug. 20, 2011

GOSHEN -- Beulah E. (Good) Kauffman, 92, of Goshen, died at 5:55 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20, 2011.

She was born Feb. 9, 1919, in Elida, Ohio, to Minnie (Snyder) and Ezra Good. She was married to Alvin Kauffman on April 17, 1938, in Cheraw, Colo.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Alvin, and sister, Vera (Good) Stjernholm.

She is survived by two daughters, Barbara (Charles) Powell of Champaign, Ill., and Ruth (Edward) Zehr of Fox Lake, Ill.; one son, Dr. Ralph (Laurel) Kauffman of Kansas City, Mo.; eight grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.

Beulah attended high school and business college in La Junta, Colo., and worked at La Junta Production Credit Association for four years prior to her marriage. From 1952 to 1956, she was employed at Hesston (Kan.) College as secretary to the college president.

From June 1963 to June 1966, she served as literature secretary of the General Women's Missionary & Service Auxillary of the Mennonite Church. In 1966, she and her husband, Alvin, moved to Elkhart, where she served as executive secretary of General WMSC from September 1966 to January 1979. During this time she also served as associate secretary for Family Life Education with the Mennonite Board of Congregational Ministries. In August 1980, she joined the Mennonite Board of Missions, serving as administrative assistant to Paul Gingerich, president of MBM until March 1987. From 1989 to 2001, she worked in the insurance office of Ray and Jim Bair. She was a longtime member of Belmont Mennonite Church, serving in music, as congregational chairperson and in other capacities.

First and foremost, she was a dedicated and loving wife and mother.

Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 26, 2011, at Hartzler Gutermuth Inman Funeral Home. Services will be at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 27, 2011, at Belmont Mennonite Church with the Rev. Larry Rohrer officiating.

Memorials may be given to Mennonite Central Committee.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Aug. 24, 2011
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Kauffman, Erma Yutzy, Byler

Erma (Yutzy, Byler) Kauffman age 76 of Strawberry, Arkansas died Sunday October 9, 2011 at her home. She was born November 18, 1934 in Plain City, Ohio to Homer and Ada Viola (Frey) Yutzy. On September 20, 1956 she was married to Elmer A. Byler in Stuarts Draft, Virginia. To this union were born two children. They were married over 40 years. Elmer left this life on August 12, 1996. On August 31, 2002, Erma married for a second time to Curtis Joseph Kauffman. She was a faithful member of the Strawberry Mennonite Church. She made it a habit of attending church when at all possible. Her generous giving blessed those who came in contact with her.

Survivors include her husband, Curtis Joseph Kauffman of the home; one son, Merlin Elmer Byler of Jaratt, Virginia; one daughter, Carolyn Erma Jones and husband Floyd of Strawberry; nine grandchildren, Natasha Byler of Virginia, Loren Jones, Leon Jones, Timothy Jones, Paul Jones, Jolene Jones, Susanna Jones and Katrina Jones all of Strawberry, Louise Yoder and husband Anthony of Halsey, Oregon; one brother, Milo Yutzy of Linneus, Missouri; two sisters, Edna Gingerich and husband David of Linneus, Missouri and Arlene Schlabach and husband Stanley of Monticello, Kentucky; twenty five nieces and nephews; two step-sons, Marlin Kauffman and wife Cindy of LaCombe, Oregon and James Kauffman of Buffalo, Missouri two step-daughters, Donna Kropf and husband Earl and Ila Hostetler and husband Mervin all of Brownsville, Oregon; fifteen step- grandchildren and twenty-one step-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Homer and Ada Viola (Frey) Yutzy; husband, Elmer Byler; one brother, Ivan Yutzy; four sisters, Laura Miller, Verna Miller, Leah Byler and Bernice Yutzy; one step-daughter, Maxine Kauffman and two step- great grandsons.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday October 12, 2011 at 10:00 a. m. at the Strawberry Mennonite Church in Strawberry, Arkansas. Visitation will be held Tuesday October 11, 2011 from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. at the Strawberry Mennonite Church.

A second funeral service will be held Friday October 14, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at the Locust Creek Mennonite Church in Brookfield, Missouri. Burial will follow in the Locust Creek Cemetery at Brookfield, Missouri. Visitation will be held Thursday October 13, 2011 from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. at the Locust Creek Mennonite Church.

Pallbearers will be Loren Jones, Leon Jones, Tim Jones, Paul Jones, Wilmer Yutzy and Conrad Miller.

Arrangements by Qualls Funeral Home of Cave City, Arkansas.

Ozark Gateway
October 10th, 2011
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Kauffman, Ervin A.

Ervin A. Kauffman, 67, of 851 N.E. 207th Ave., Williston, FL 32696, went home to be with Jesus and his mom and dad on Friday, January 21, [2011] at Haven House Hospice Care Center in Cheifland, Florida.
      
Mr. Kauffman was born April 19, 1943, in Moultrie County. He was the son of Joseph A. and Fannie A. (Miller Chupp) Miller. On October 17, 1946, he lost his parents in a tragic car accident. He was adopted by Alvin J. and Martha (Graber) Kauffman of Arthur. He married Melissa Short on December 8, 1990. She survives.
     
Also surviving are two sisters, Edna Mae (Chupp) Bontregar of Urbana and Lizzie Ann Kauffman and husband Floyd G. of Arcola, and five brothers, Reuben Miller of Canby, Oregon, Perry J. Miller and wife Deloris of Goshen, Indiana, Menno L. Chupp and wife Lucille of Goshen, Alvin Chupp of Dallas Center, Iowa, and Andy J. Miller and wife Anna of Lebanon, Missouri.
     
He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Toby and Alva Miller; and a sister-in law, Mary Ellen Chupp.
     
Ervin was a member of Ocala Farm Ministries Church. He was a member of Williston Lions Club and the board of directors of Levy County Fair. He had served as deacon of West Marion Baptist Church for six years. He also volunteered many hours at his church in various ways.
     
He enjoyed horses and fishing.

 

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Kauffman, Isaac, 81, of 2295 Laural Ridge Rd, died June 18, 2011. He was the husband of the late Verna Kauffman and the father of 8 children, several
grandchildren and great grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held June 23, 2011 at 11am at Gehman Mennonite Cemetery with a memorial service following at the Gehman Mennonite Church Adamstown, PA.

Source Groff-Ekrothe Funeral Home New
Holland - Terre Hill, PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

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Kauffman, Katie Plank
     
Katie Kauffman, 98 of rural Tuscola passed away at 7:15 p.m. on Thursday, January 27, 2011, at St. Mary's Hospital in Decatur.
     
Graveside funeral services were held Sunday afternoon in Arthur Cemetery with Rev. Glen Rhodes officiating. Edwards Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.
     
Mrs. Kauffman was born December 8, 1912, in Douglas County. She was a daughter of Jonathan and Lovina (Kauffman) Plank. She married Fred J. Kauffman on November 28, 1933, in Coles County. He passed away on January 21, 1959.
     
She is survived by one son, Paul Kauffman and wife Lillian of Arthur; two grandsons, Russell Dean Kauffman and wife Peggy of Huntsville, Alabama, and Rodney Lynn Kauffman of Sullivan; and three great-grandchildren, Emily, Zowie, and Joshua Kauffman.
     
She was preceded in death by her husband; a stillborn daughter; 12 half siblings, William H., Emma, Mary, Lydia Mae, Jonas, Minnie, Sadie E., Ida, Louis, Elias M., Magdalena, and Joseph; and seven siblings, Jacob, Elizabeth, Fannie, John, Stephen, Susie, and  Jonathan, Jr.
     
Mrs. Kauffman was a faithful member of Arthur Mennonite Church for over 60 years. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, and quilting.
     
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Arthur Mennonite Church. To sign an online guest book, please visit www.edwardsfh.net.

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King, Aaron Martin, 88, died peacefully in the early hours of the morning on Monday, Jan. 3, 2011, at Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community (VMRC) in Harrisonburg, Va. He was born in Royersford, Pa., on June 26, 1922, the fifth of nine children of Irvin and Cora Shank King. His surviving siblings are younger sisters, Cora King of Harrisonburg, Va.; Laura Ramer of Myerstown, Pa.; and Almeda Stoltzfus of Morris, Pa. Aaron's wife of 60 years, Betty Detweiler King, preceded him in death on Sept. 17, 2010. Aaron and Betty were married at his parents' home in Malvern, Pa., on June 11, 1950.

Aaron is survived by eight children: Michael (Joan Kenerson) of Telford, Pa., and Harrisonburg, Va.; Jewel (Angela Kreider) of Scottsville, Va.; Robert of Philadelphia, Pa.; Steven Wiebe-King (Jill Wiebe) of Richmond, Va.; Marty (Sharon Geigley) of Harrisonburg, Va.; Noël of Ivy, Va.; Heidi of Wakarusa, Ind.; and Starla (Sandy Manne) of Ashburn, Va. His daughter, Angela, passed away in 2001. Aaron is also survived by eight grandchildren: Michael and Joan's daughters, Kristy (Adam Hamilton), Katie, and Rachael (J. Michael Harnish); Steven and Jill's children, Juliet and RobertThomas; and Marty and Sharon's children, Eric, Kari, and Andy.

Aaron and Betty and their family were missionaries in Cuba and Mexico before returning to live in Harrisonburg in the 1970s, where they continued to be active in the church and community. The family presented musical programs for a number of years, and Aaron and Betty were very involved in the Hispanic community, as well as in prison ministry, where both Aaron and Betty served as prison chaplains. Aaron also worked for a number of years as director of customer service at Shenandoah Manufacturing Co. in Harrisonburg and then in his retirement years as chaplain for the Industrial Commercial Ministries program, working with Spanish-speaking people in the poultry industry.

 Aaron, who often introduced his family as "the Tribe of Aaron," had a beautiful tenor voice, and one of his great joys was to sing, both with his family and, earlier, with the Crusader Men's Quartet, begun in 1947 when he was a student at Eastern Mennonite College (EMC) in Harrisonburg. The quartet traveled around the country and, in 1951, became the first music group sanctioned by Virginia Mennonite Conference to air on the radio. Evolving from a 15-minute segment on Harrisonburg's WSVA station into "The Mennonite Hour," the popular program aired on 150 stations at its height. In the 60 years since that time, Aaron and his quartet mates, Eugene Souder (of Grottoes), Paul Swarr (of Harrisonburg), and Roy Kreider (of Broadway), remained so close that they called themselves "brothers."

After graduating from EMC, Aaron also intertwined mission work with attending Eastern Mennonite Seminary in Harrisonburg and Eastern Baptist Theological Seminary (now Palmer) in Philadelphia, leaving him just shy of a Master of Divinity degree. In addition to singing and mission work, Aaron loved to travel with his family, garden and tend to his fruit trees, chop firewood for the family woodstove, read, maintain his home and car, and work with his hands, particularly in carpentry. Daily Bible study was an important part of Aaron's life, and he committed many Scriptures to memory. After a lifetime shared with Betty, he deeply mourned her passing last fall. Corresponding with prisoners and other acquaintances was one of the many activities that the couple undertook together over the years.

Aaron, with his deep commitment to God and his goodwill, sense of humor, gentleness, and staunch integrity, will be sorely missed by many, including the numerous business people he dealt with in the community.

A viewing will be held from 1 to 2:45 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 7, at Lindale Mennonite Church in Harrisonburg, followed by a memorial service at 3 p.m. at the church, with burial to follow.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Aaron may be made to Eastern Mennonite University or to Virginia Mennonite Missions. Aaron and Betty, all nine of their children, and many of their grandchildren and in-laws attended EMU, and missions work has always been close to Aaron's heart.

"In Memory of Aaron M. King" to: Development Office, Eastern Mennonite University, 1200 Park Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22802, or Virginia Mennonite Missions, 901 Parkwood Drive, Harrisonburg, VA 22802.


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King, Aaron Martin, 88, of Harrisonburg, VA died January 3, 2011 at the same place.  He was born June 26, 1922 at Royersford, PA to Irvin and Cora (Shank) King.  On June 11, 1950 at Malvern, PA he was married to Betty Detweiler, who was born March 10, 1928 and died September 17, 2010.

Surviving are children, Michael (Joan Kenerson) King, Jewel (Angela Kreider) King, Robert King, Steven Weibe-King (Jill Weibe), Marty (Sharon Geigley) King, Noel King, Heidi King, and Starla (Sandy Manne) King, 8 grandchildren, and three sisters, Cora King of Harrisonburg, VA, Laura Ramer of Myerstown, PA, and Almeda Stoltzfus of Morris, PA.

A daughter, Angela King preceded him in death.

He and his wife were missionaries in Cuba and Mexico before returning to Harrisonburg in the 1970's.  Aaron sang in the Crusader's Men's Quartet and in the Mennonite Hour Quartet.

Memorial services were held January 7, 2011 at Lindale Mennonite Church, Linville, VA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

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King, Cora Elnora, 86, a resident of Crestwood, died November 14, 2011 at Rockingham Memorial Hospital. Ms. King was born n May 15, 1925 in Montgomery Co., Pennsylvania to Irvin M. and Cora E. Shank King. She was a member of Zion Mennonite Church.

Surviving are two sisters, Laura E. Ramer of Myerstown, Pennsylvania and Almeda E. Stoltzfus of Morris, Pennsylvania, and twenty-one nieces and nephews.

Ms. King was preceded in death by six brothers and sisters, Leona M. King, Myron A. King, Tillman R. King, Evelyn E. Mumaw, Aaron M. King and her twin sister, Clara E. King.

A memorial service was November 19, 2011 Oak Lea Nursing Home Activity Room. Burial was private at Lindale Mennonite Cemetery.

Source: McMullen Funeral Home Harrisonburg, VA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

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King, Jeanette H. Miller, age 72 of Cochranville, PA died December 20, 2011. Born in Lancaster, PA to David & Edna Houck Miller. She was the wife of Merle J. King with whom she celebrated 46 years of marriage on December 26th of last year. She attended Old Road Mennonite Church of Gap and was a member of Maple Grove Mennonite Church.

Surviving is her loving husband Merle and four children: Neal husband of Mary Lou Rohrer King of Cochranville, Nolan husband of Nori Bontrager King of Cochranville, Nedra wife of Ian Rutherford of Kansas City, MO, Naomi Norene wife of Matthew Buckwalter of Lancaster, 20 grandchildren, 8 siblings: Pauline Kreider of Manheim, Arlene, wife of John Weber of Ephrata, Marilyn, wife of John Burkhart of Mt. Joy, Robert, husband of Irene Miller of Liberty, James, husband of Ann Miller of Landisville, Fred, husband of Lynn Miller of Neffsville, Herbert, husband of Chris Miller of Lancaster.

She was preceded in death by a brother David Miller.

A Memorial service was December 24, 2011 at Maple Grove Mennonite Church Aglen, PA with Pastor Richard L. Buckwalter officiating. Private burial was prior to the Memerial service in the ajoining cemetery.

Source: Shivery Funeral Homes, Paradise & Christina, PA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

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King, Sanford Abraham, 90, of Harrisonburg, died Friday, May 20, 2011 at Rockingham Memorial Hospital. He was born Oct. 19, 1920, in West Liberty, Ohio, to Abraham and Alice Hartzler King. In 1940, the family moved to Harrisonburg, where he met Mary Elizabeth Martin King. They married on Sept. 15, 1945, at Lindale Mennonite Church. Mrs. King died in 2003.

Surviving are six children: Mary Jane King Garrison and her husband, David, of Keswick; Lois Ann King and Evelyn Elizabeth King, both of Harrisonburg; Sanford Ray King and his wife, Phyllis, of Dayton; Martha Alice King Maddox, and her husband, Charles, of Broadway; and Daniel Martin King and his wife, Janet, of Harrisonburg; and seven grandchildren: Derek, Martin, Benjamin, Quentin and Cory King, Perry Maddox and Margaret Walter. Four sisters also survive: Isabelle Yoder of Seaford; Ruth Horst of Lititz, Pa.; Esther Jones of Goshen, Ind.; and Nancy Wood of Waynesboro.

Mr. King graduated from Eastern Mennonite School in 1950 with an associate degree in Bible. He and his wife served in a number of Mennonite churches in Virginia and West Virginia including Crossroads, Ridgeway, Greenmont and

Morning View, and served as pastor of Crest Hill Mennonite Church from 1978 to 1989.

Funeral service will be May 23, 2011, at Lindale Mennonite Church by Pastors Ric Gullman and Raleigh Rhodes. Burial will follow in the Lindale Mennonite Cemetery

Source: McMullen Funeral Home, Harrisonburg, VA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

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Kinzer, Hazel Miller, 87, of Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN died February 15, 2011 at the same place.  She was born September 20, 1923 at Aurora, OH to John G. and Niva (Christner) Miller.  She was married to Paul Kinzer.

Surviving are two brothers, David Miller and Paul (Edna) Miller.

Her husband and siblings: Grace Christner Miller; Mary Louise Christner; George Miller; W. Arland Miller; James J. Miller; John Miller Jr. preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held February 19, 2011 at College Mennonite Church, Goshen, IN with burial in Elkhart Prairie Cemetery, Goshen, IN.

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Koehler, Mary Gehman, 94, of Souderton, PA formerly of Telford, PA died, July 15, 2011 at Quakertown Center. Born in Hilltown Twp., PA to David and Mary Jane (Landis) Gehman. She was a life member of Zion Mennonite Church.

Survived by four sons; Paul Koehler of Prince Albert, SK, Canada; Ronald Koehler, wife Kathy of Reading, PA; David Koehler of Souderton, PA; Timothy Koehler, wife Dawn of Souderton, PA; 9 Grandchildren: 17 Great-Grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by: A son, Dennis Lee Koehler and 4 brothers and 3 sisters.

Funeral service was July 19, 2011 at Zion Mennonite Church, Souderton, PA. Burial was at Zion Memorial Gardens in Franconia, PA.

Source: Anders Detweiler Funeral Home & Crematory, Souderton, PA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

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Kramer, Glendon Fred, 88, of Freeman, Hutchinson Co., SD died April 21, 2011 at the same place. He was born April 10, 1923 at Freeman, SD to Fred and Minnie (Ries) Kramer. On June 14, 1946 at Freeman, SD he was married to Bernice June Preheim, who was born July 4, 1926 and survives.

Surviving are a son, Wallace (LaRuth) Kramer; two daughters, Anita (Kirk) Preheim; and Marlene (Lynn) Flaming; 10 grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren.

A brother, Willard Kramer, and two sisters, Elsie Kramer and Relda Muller preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held April 27, 2011 at Salem Mennonite Church, Freeman, SD with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Amy Waltner, Freeman, SD
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Kramer, Kathryn Esther Goering, 85, of Freeman, Hutchinson Co., SD died January 21, 2011 at the same place.  She was born November 24, 1925 at McPherson, Kansas to Jonas and Anna (Graber) Goering.  On June 1, 1949 at Moundridge, Kansas she was married to Willard J. Kramer, who was born June 8, 1924 and died February 24, 1983.

Surviving are three sons, Norris (Bonnie) Kramer, Ronald Kramer, and Charles (Rebekkah) Kramer, five grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, and a sister, Gertrude (Clarence) Graber.

A son, Russel Kramer, and two brothers, Elmer Goering, and Forrest Goering  preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held January 24, 2011 at Salem Mennonite Church, Freeman, SD with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

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Kratz, Edith Renner
June 13, 1927 - November 20, 2011

Edith (Renner) Kratz, 84, of Skippack, passed away Sunday, November 20, 2011 at Parkhouse Providence Pointe. She was married for 57 years to the late Claude D. Kratz.

Born June 13, 1927 in Hatfield, she was a daughter of the late James and Mabel (Haberle) Renner. Mrs. Kratz was a devoted wife and mother and loved taking care of her family. She enjoyed gardening, baking, quilting, and crocheting. She was a very kind and compassionate person willing to help anyone whenever there was a need. She was very active in the Lower Skippack Mennonite Church where she belonged to the ladies quilting group, Christian Helpers Class, and Willing Workers Society. Mrs. Kratz was a life-time member of the Skippack Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary where she also served as president.

Surviving are two sons, Gary R. Kratz and his wife Gale of Skippack, and Laverne L. Kratz and his wife Lori of Worcester; five grandchildren, Tami Wilson, and Tracy, Josh, Melissa, and Jenna Kratz; and eight great grandchildren.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a sister, Grace R. Bean.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Funeral Service at 11AM on Wednesday, November 23, at Lower Skippack Mennonite Church, Evansburg Rd., P. O. Box 202, Skippack, PA 19474, where friends may call for the Viewing from 9-10:30AM. Burial will follow in the adjoining cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to the church above.

Arrangements are by R. L. Williams, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. of Skippack, PA

Submitted by: Leon Hertzler, Newport, NH

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Kraus, Mildred Inez Brunk, 84, of Harrisonburg, Rockingham Co., Virginia died May 8, 2011 at the same place. She was born August 26, 1926 in Rockingham County/Virginia (where) to Joseph A. and Hannah L. Brunk. On October 10, 1946 she was married to Dr, Harry Lee Kraus, Sr, who was born September 9, 1925 and survives.

Surviving are a son, Harry Kraus, Jr. & Kris, two daughters, Donna & Timothy Parrish, and Debra & Jeffery Snyder, and 9 grandchildren.

Two sons, Clyde Joseph Kraus and Milton Lowell Kraus preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held May 13, 2011 at Harrisonburg Mennonite Church, Harrisonburg, Virginia with burial in Weavers Mennonite Cemetery, Harrisonburg, Virginia.

Submitted by: Ann B. Hensley, Harrisonburg, VA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Kreider, Alice Lucille Hostetler Loewen
March 3, 1920-Aug. 14, 2011

NEWTON, Kan. - Alice Lucille Hostetler Loewen Kreider passed away Sunday.

She was born March 3, 1920 to Lester and Charity (Steiner) Hostetler. She was raised on a farm in Sugarcreek, Ohio, where she attended a one-room schoolhouse through the eighth grade. The family then moved to Upland, Calif., where she completed her high school education and attended Chaffey Junior College. In 1941, Alice finished her college education with a bachelor's degree in music at Bethel College, North Newton, Kan. Alice went on to earn her master's degree in music in organ performance from Northwestern University, Evanston, Ill.

While at Bethel College, she met her first husband, Esko W. Loewen, whom she married Sept. 18, 1943. The early part of their marriage was spent in Lancaster, Pa. and Lincoln, Neb. while Esko was in civilian public service. In 1946, Esko began seminary in Chicago, where their first child, Margret, joined the family.

Following seminary, the family moved to Topeka in 1948. Alice became a gracious and supportive minister's wife and choir director at the Topeka Mennonite Church. Two more children, Theodore and Kathryn, were added to the family.

After five years in Indiana, the family moved to Amsterdam, the Netherlands in 1953. Alice and Esko served as host and hostess for the Mennonite Central Committee House in Amsterdam. In the spring of 1956, the family moved to Hillsboro, Kan., where Esko served as pastor of the Johannestahl Mennonite Church and Alice used her musical talents to direct church choirs and give private piano lessons. When the children all began attending school, Alice began teaching organ at Tabor College, Hillsboro, Kan. and Bethel College.

The next family move was to North Newton where Esko became dean of students and Alice taught organ at Bethel and Hesston Colleges. She became church organist at St. Matthews' Episcopal Church and later First Presbyterian Church. She played for many weddings and funerals, and performed concerts in Newton and the surrounding area.

Alice started the student chapter of the American Guild of Organists which became the longest-lasting student guild in the United States. Her teaching resulted in many fine church organists and professors of organ and created an interest in organ building. Alice was asked to start the music library at Bethel College when a large volume of music was gifted to the college. She did so after attending library courses at the University of Texas, Denton, Texas.

Once the children were adults, Esko and Alice moved to Souderton, Pa. in 1975, where they worked as a team at the Souderton Mennonite Church, Esko as pastor and Alice as church musician. They thoroughly enjoyed planning worship services together for the first time in their professional lives. Following Esko's second heart attack, the couple moved back to North Newton.

Esko's passing in 1981 left Alice a widow for five years. During this time, Alice became organist at the First Methodist Church, Newton, Kan., and set up the medical library at Bethel Deaconess Hospital. She also taught organ at Kansas Wesleyan, Salina, Kan., and Sterling College, Sterling, Kan.

On June 17, 1986, Alice married her second husband, Gerald Kreider, and moved to Goshen. With nine children between them living from California to West Virginia, they spent their retirement years traveling to their children's homes and traveling with them to Alaska, Europe, Turkey, Hawaii, the Bahamas and Costa Rica. They also were active members of the Goshen Mennonite Church. Alice shared organist responsibilities there. They attended many Elderhostel programs throughout the United States and Mexico.

In 1999, Ger and Alice moved to the Kidron-Bethel Community in North Newton and returned to her home congregation, Bethel College Mennonite Church, where they enjoyed reacquainting themselves with college and community friends and participating in church activities. They continued traveling, volunteered at the Etc. Shop and Book Reviews where they also served on the board.

In 2008, Alice survived an auto accident and then Gerald passed away Dec. 27, 2009. Although Alice's energy level was diminished, she still enjoyed visiting family and friends, attending occasional concerts, playing the piano and participating in activities at Kidron-Bethel.

Survivors include her three children, Margret Loewen (Graber) Gaeddert (Allen), Newton, Kan., Ted Loewen (Fran), Reedley, Calif., Kathryn Simmons (Steve), Lee's Summit, Mo.; six stepchildren, Carl Kreider (Nadya), Goshen, Jean Reichenbach (Randy), Harrisonburg, W.Va.; Richard Kreider (Linda), Wolcottville, Ellen Kreider and David Wirick, Columbus, Ohio, James Kreider and Denise Pettengill, Lawrence, Kan., Kathryn Kreider and Dan Coronado, Houston Lake, Mo.; brother, Hugh Hostetler (Harriet), Surfside, S.C.; sister, Dorothy Dyck, Kennett Square, Pa.; sister-in-law, Tess Loewen, Athens, Ga.; brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Lois Kreider, North Newton, Kan.; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; many step-grandchildren, great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews.

Memorials have been established with the Bethel College Mennonite Church Organ Fund and the Bethel College Music Department.

A memorial service will be announced at a later date.

The Goshen News, Goshen, IN
August 18, 2011
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

 

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Kreider, Eby, 84, formerly of Kinzers, passed away at Calvary Homes January 26, 2011.  He was born in East Lampeter Twp. Lancaster Co., PA to Roy & Ada Eby Kreider.  He was the husband of Gladys Hershey Kreider with whom he celebrated 65 years of marriage on August 4th of last year.   

He was a member of Calvary Monument Bible Church of Paradise where in the past he was a boys Sunday School Teacher, did church visitation and was the custodian from 1950 to 2008.  Eby was a carpenter for most of his working career.  He was a member of the Christian Businessmen Association.  He enjoyed hunting, gardening and tending his fruit trees.  Eby enjoyed always fixing something. 

Surviving besides his wife are 4 children:  Emily wife of James Gordley of Georgetown, DE, E. Roy husband of Sandy Wenger Kreider of Kinzers, Margie wife of Ray Sherid of Lancaster, Janet wife of David Hoffman of Rensselaer, IN, 12 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, sister:  Thelma Martin of New Holland. 

He was preceded in death by a stillborn son, great grandson Randon J. Kyler, 3 siblings: Carl, Jay and Clyde Kreider. 

Funeral service will take place from the Calvary Monument Bible Church, 1660 Mine Road, Paradise, PA on Saturday, January 29th at 11 a.m. with Rev. Robert M. Reid officiating.  Interment will be in the Paradise Mennonite Cemetery.  There will be a viewing at the Shivery Funeral Home, 3214 Lincoln Highway East, Paradise, PA on Friday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. and again at the church on Saturday from 10 a.m. until time of service.  In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Calvary Monument Bible Church (Ladies Missionary Fellowship), 1660 Mine Road, Paradise, PA  17562.
 

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Kriebel, Elsie M. Freed, 91, of Lansdale, PA died March 18, 2011 at the same place.  She was born at Lansdale, PA to Sylvanus and Maggie Freed was married to Paul R. Kriebel, who is deceased.

Surviving are children, Paul, Donna Godshall, Tom, Nancy Pendleton, Steven, Rene Casey, Larry, and Donald, 23 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren, and 7 great-great-grandchildren.

A son, Terry, two grandsons, Duane and Terry, Jr., four brothers, Isaac, Eugene, Sylvanus, and Arthur, and two sisters, Violet Wert, and Irene Snyder preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held March 25, 2011 at Grace Mennonite Church, Lansdale, PA.

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Kropf, Willis Joseph

Willis Joseph Kropf, beloved husband of Judy (Baker) Kropf of Berryville, AR was born September 28, 1936 to Joseph and Alice Kropf near Shelbyville, IL. He peacefully passed away in his home April 15, 2011 at the age of 74 years 6 months and 18 days.

On May 10, 2005, he had a severe stroke from which he regained some health and strength. On December 15, 2010, he suffered another stroke, leaving him bedfast, from which he never recovered. He suffered patiently and was an inspiration to all who gathered by his bedside and those who cared for him.

He accepted Christ as his personal Saviour and was baptized in his youth and was a member of Bethel Amish Mennonite Church to which he remained faithful until death.

On June 2, 1957, he was united in marriage to Judy Baker of Tampico, IL, daughter of Harley and Esther Baker, sharing the joys and sorrows together for over 53 years. To this union was born three sons and five daughters.

He leaves to mourn his departure, his deeply bereaved wife; eight children; 47 grandchildren and 32 great-grandchildren; also three sisters and six brothers, one being his twin, Willard, being very close to him all his life.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two infant sisters, five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

A special thanks to the compassionate, dedicated workers of hospice.

Visitation will be held 6-9 p.m. Sunday, April 17 at the Bethel A.M. Fellowship Hall. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Monday, April 18 at the Bethel A.M. Church. Interment will follow in the Bethel A.M. Cemetery under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service. Memorial donations may be made to St. John's Hospice, 804 West Freeman, Suite 4, Berryville, AR 72616. Condolences may be sent to family at nelsonfuneral.com.

Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Carroll County News, Arkansas
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Kuhns, Fannie A.

Nov. 12, 1933 - Dec. 17, 2011

NAPPANEE - Fannie A. Kuhns, 78, of 4279 N. Beech Road, Nappanee, passed away at 1 p.m. Dec. 17, 2011, at the home of her brother, Tobias Kuhns.

She was born Nov. 12, 1933, near Nappanee to Albert M. and Sarah N. (Mullet) Kuhns. She is survived by two brothers, Tobias (Susie E.) Kuhns and Noah (Rachel) Kuhns, both of Nappanee; three sisters, Mary Kuhns and Sovilla Kuhns, both of Nappanee, and Miriam (Ora) Troyer of Alvutis, Pa.; a sister-in-law, Katie Slabaugh Kuhns of Topeka, Ind.; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother, Enos Kuhns.

Visitation will take place all day today at the Kuhns home, 4279 N. Beech Road, Nappanee. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 20, at the Marlin Mullet home on Beech Road. Bishop Lyle Slabaugh and Bishop Marlin Slabaugh, along with Home Ministries, will officiate. Burial will be in Weldy Cemetery. Arrangements are with Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home in Nappanee. Online condolences may be given at www.tlyfh.com.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Dec. 19, 2011
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Kuhns, Jonas L.
Dec. 19, 1933 - Dec. 7, 2011

BREMEN - Jonas L. Kuhns, 77, died at 6:28 p.m. Dec. 7, 2011, at Community Hospital of Bremen.

He was born Dec. 19, 1933, to Levi and Edna (Yoder) Kuhns. He married Ella Troyer on May, 17, 1956.

Surviving are his wife; children Henry Kuhns of Nappanee, Daniel (Laurie Plank) Kuhns of Bremen, Melvin (Emma Kuhns) Kuhns and Wilbur (Leanna Lehman) Kuhns, both of Nappanee, Velma (Milo) Hilty of Smyrna, Maine, Alma (Jerry) Helmuth of Nappanee, Esther (Ervin) Hochstetler and Rosie (Caleb) Stoll, both of Unity, Maine, and Elsie (Jonathon) Miller of Middlebury; 55 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and siblings Menno Kuhns of Drakesville, Iowa, Ivan, Edwin and Omar Kuhns, Wilma (Henry) Mast and Fannie (Albert) Miller, all of Nappanee, Carrie (Andy) Hochstetler of Lagrange and Lizzie (Vernon) Bontrager of Mio, Mich.

Two grandchildren and two brothers are deceased.

Friends may call after 2 p.m. today and all day Saturday at the Jerry Helmuth home, 536 Beech Road, Nappanee, where the funeral will be at 9 a.m. Sunday. Arrangements are by Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Dec. 9, 2011
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Kuhns, Levi M., 90, of North Lawrence, OH, died March 6, 2011 at the home of his son in Paris, OH. He was born September 27, 1920 in Plain City, OH to Monroe and Fannie (Miller) Kuhns and married Clara E. Wengerd on Dec. 25, 1947. She died July 12, 2006.

Survived by children, Mary Wade of Broadview Heights, OH; Freeman (Debra) Kuhns of Paris, OH; Elsie (Greg) Swick of N. Lawrence, OH; Dennis (Elizabeth) Kuhns of E. Palestine, OH; David (Earlyn) Kuhns of N. Lawrence, OH and Mae (Eric Hernquist) Kuhns of Columbus, OH; 17 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren; sisters, Susie (Boyd) Rodgers of Columbus, OH; Ida Troyer and Katie Kratofil, both of Middlefield, OH; brothers, Melvin (Anna) Kuhns of Millersburg, OH and Freeman (Martha) Kuhns of Middlefield, OH; a sister-in-law, Ella Kuhns of Maysville, OH.

He was preceded in death by his wife Clara, a granddaughter; sister Amanda Yutzy; brothers, Joseph, Jacob, Albert and Monroe Kuhns; and a son-in-law, James Austin.

Funeral service was March 8, 2011 at Pleasant View Mennonite Church near Berlin, OH with John Miller and Chris Moen officiating. Burial was in the Raber Cemetery in Wayne Township, Tuscarawas Co., OH

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Kuhns, Martha Plank

BREMEN -- Martha Plank Kuhns, 71, of 3425 N. Beech Rd., Bremen, died at 8:55 p.m., Saturday (April 9, 2011) at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center after a sudden illness.

She was born Oct. 2, 1939, in Arthur, Ill., to Jacob M. and Lizzie Yoder Plank. She married Roman L. Kuhns Feb. 21, 1961, in Arthur. He survives.

Other survivors include her sons Ivan Ray and LaMar R., both of Bremen, Levi Jay of Shipshewana and Homer R. of Arcola, Ill.; daughters Rosetta Kuhns of Bremen, Lorene Borkholder and Carol Graber, both of Nappanee, Esther Schwartz of Etna Green and Freida Abbot of Sheridan, Ill.; 41 grandchildren; five brothers; and three sisters.

Friends may call at the family residence after 2 p.m. today and all day Tuesday. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Ronnie Miller residence, 1184 3rd Road, Bremen. Burial will be in Weldy Cemetery.

Arrangements are with Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee.

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Kulp, Christian

May 4, 1922 - July 6, 2011

WAKARUSA -- Christian Kulp, 89, Waterford Street, Wakarusa, died at 4:10 p.m. Wednesday, July 6, 2011, at his home.

He was born May 4, 1922, in Elkhart County to Emma (Blosser) and Christian Kulp. On March 21, 1948, he married Wilma (Shaum) Kulp. She died Nov. 24, 2008.

Surviving are daughters Wilda (Victor) Hess of Goshen and Diane (Kent) Hammond of Pittsford, Mich.; son Roger (Nona) Kulp of Wakarusa; 12 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.

Preceding him in death were son Ronnie Ray Kulp; daughter Bonnie L. Vanover; granddaughter Christine Vanover; two brothers; and two sisters.

He worked at NY Central, was a woodworker and member of Southwest Bible Church.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. today at Rieth-Rohrer-Ehret-Lienhart Funeral Home, 117 W. Waterford St., Wakarusa. The service will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Yellow Creek Mennonite Church with one hour of viewing prior to the service. Pastors David Stump and David Harper will officiate. Burial will be in Yellow Creek Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the donor's choice. Online condolences may be sent at www.rrefh.com.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
July 9, 2011
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin