Lazarus Project 2012 N-Q

Lazarus Project

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.

2012 N to Q

Nafziger, Andrew J.; . . Nafziger, Florence Irene; . . Nafziger, Maxine W. Widrick; . . Nafziger, Paul R.; . . Nelson-Hartman, Esther K. Mishler; . . Neuenschwander, Paul A.; . . Neufeld, Helen Ann Regier; . . Newcomer, F. Alice Zehr; . . Newswanger, Wilda Z. Horst; . . Nickel, Bertha A. ; . . Ewert Nisley, Ella E. Bontrager; . . Nisly, William "Bill"; . . Nofziger, Sarah Ellen Roth; . . Nolt, Clarence B.; . . Nolt, Cleason S.; . . Nolt, Elaine M.; . . Nolt, Eli M.; . . Nolt, Glenn W.; . . Nolt, Ivan H.; . . Nolt, Kelvin R.; . . Nolt, Laura Hoover; . . Nolt, Lloyd M.; . . Nolt, Miriam M. Huber; . . Nolt, Phyllis Z. Zimmerman; . . Nussbaum, Delvin Dale; . . Nyce, Carl M.; . . Osborne, Eva Lucille Troyer; . . Oswald, Doretta Miller; . . Peachey, Ellen Elizabeth Shenk; . . Peachey, Gwendolyn Wenger; . . Peachey, Mary H. Graber; . . Peachey, Paul; . . Peachey, Sanford E.; . . Penner, Melroy Leo; . . Peters, Luke K.; . . Quiring, Mildred; . .

Nafziger, Andrew J., 85, of Souderton, PA died April 19, 2012 at the same place from complications of Parkinson's Disease. He was born to Eli and Magdelena (Boshart) Nafziger. He was married to Ruth Kulp, who survives.

Surviving are children, Marilyn Nafziger Macquarrie married to Lea Macquarrie; and Sylvia Nafziger Charles married to Jesse Charles, two grandchildren, Miles Macquarrie and Nicholas Charles.

Memorial services were held April 24, 2012 at Bally Mennonite Church, Bally, PA
with burial in Boyertown Mennonite Church Cemetery, Boyertown, PA.

Submitted by: Pastor Nelson Shenk, Boyertown, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Nafziger, Florence Irene

Oct. 13, 1918 - April 9, 2012

GOSHEN - Florence Irene Nafziger, 93, died Monday, April 9, 2012, at Greencroft Healthcare.

She was born Oct. 13, 1918, in White Sulphur Springs, Mont., to Christian and Lydia (Birkey) Nafziger, the fifth child of six siblings.

She is survived by her youngest brother, Mervin of Sun City, Ariz.; seven nieces and nephews, Carol Schweitzer of Salem Ore., LaDonna Cappilini of Meridian, Idaho, Dean Nafziger of San Antonio, Peggy Martin of LaJunta, Colo., Steven Nafziger of Pueblo Colo., Colette Hostetler of Muscatine, Iowa, and Jeanette Pyle of Litchfield Park, Ariz.; 17 great-nieces and -nephews; and nine great-great-nieces and -nephews.

Three brothers, Wilbert, Melvin and Howard; a sister, Ada; and a nephew, Bryon Nafziger, preceded her in death.

Florence spent most of her childhood and youth in Nampa, Idaho. Her mother passed away when Florence was 12. The weight of "lady of the house" fell on her shoulders at this early age. She graduated from Hesston Junior College and Goshen College as well as the nursing program in La Junta, Colo.

She served as a missionary nurse in India from 1946 to 1984. During this time, she helped establish a nursing school at Dhamtari Christian Hospital, where she taught nursing students for many years. In 1973, she concluded her work at the hospital in Dhamtari and transferred to the Graduate School for Nurses in Indore, India, where she served as administrator for two years and later helped teach nursing administration and education.

In 1984, she moved to Goshen where she spent her retirement years. Here she enjoyed companionship and fellowship with fellow retirees from work in India, as well as many cousins who lived in the area. Her love and prayers for India continued throughout her life. In 2000, Florence was recognized by Goshen College for her outstanding contribution to medical work in India.

During Florence's later years, Leroy and Maxine Yoder took complete care of her financial and medical arrangements and visited her regularly. Words cannot express the appreciation felt by Florence's family for these acts of Christian love and caring.

Friends may call from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday at The Meetinghouse at Greencroft, where an 11 a.m. funeral service will be conducted. Pastors Pamela Yoder and Wilbert Shenk will officiate. Burial will follow in Violett Cemetery, Goshen.

Memorial contributions may be made to Mennonite Mission Network for the Graduate School for Nurses, Indore, India.

Yoder-Culp Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
April 11, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Nafziger, Florence Irene, 93, of Goshen, Indiana died April 9, 2012 at the same place. She was born October 13, 1918 at White Sulpher Spring,Montana to Christian and Lydia (Birkey) Nafziger.

Surviving is a brother, Mervin Nafziger.

Three brothers, Wilbert, Melvin, and Howard, and a sister, Ada preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held April 12, 2012 at The Meetinghouse, Greencroft Goshen Elkhart, Co., IN with burial in Violett Cemetery, Goshen, IN.

Submitted by: Sandra Shenk Lapp, Goshen IN
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Nafziger, Maxine W. Widrick, 79, of Lowville, NY died June 23, 2012 at the same place. She was born June 21, 1933 at Castorland, NY to Leon and Katherine (Lehman) Widrick. On June 10, 1954 at New Bremen, NY she was married to Vernon Nafziger, who died November 2, 2009.

Surviving are a son, Stephen Nafziger, and a daughter, Lori (Scott) Snyder, nine grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, brother, Doug & Frances Widrick; brother, Glenn & AnnaMarjie Widrick; sister, Imelda Hills; sister, Betty & Norman Yousey; three sisters-in-law: Ruth Widrick, Betty Widrick, and Shirley Steria; and a brother, Warren & Elsie Nafziger.

A daughter-in-law, Bobbie Jean Nafziger, two brother: Derwood Widrick and Gerald Widrick; and a brother-in-law, Ronald Hills, preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held June 28, 2012 at First Mennonite Church, New Bremen, NY with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Joyce Grau, Castorland, NY
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Nafziger, Paul R., age 68, of Hudson, Michigan, and formerly of Archbold, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly in his home on Tuesday, January 31, 2012. Paul was born in Wauseon, Ohio on July 25, 1943, the son of the late Raymond and the late Dora (Short) Nafziger. He and his wife Ella Bontrager, who survives, were married on July 27, 1968. He worked in the engineering department at Sauder Woodworking in Archbold for almost 30 years, retiring in 2004. He attended the Zion Mennonite Church in Archbold.

In retirement he and Ella created a natural habitat to welcome wildlife and offer a place of quiet reflection at their home in Hudson. Paul loved to share a story. He took great joy in woodcarving and sharing 'the story in the wood' with others through volunteering at Sauder Village, donating carved items to benefit fundraisers, and teaching classes.

Surviving are his wife, Ella; two daughters, Dorine (Jeremiah Coleman) Nafziger of Portland, Oregon, Ann Marie (Peter Stanley) Nafziger of Marfa, Texas; son, Kent (Megan) Nafziger of Archbold; grandsons, Buckminster and Roman Coleman; sister, Anna Rose (Peter) Kiesow of Wauseon; sister-in-law, Donna Nafziger of Archbold; brother-in-law, Roy (Ruth) Bontrager of Logan, Ohio; brother-in-law, Andy (Theresa) Bontrager of Wilmot, Ohio; brother-in-law, Ron (Vicki DiLillo) Bontrager of Beach City, Ohio; sister-in-law, Mary Bontrager of Massillon, Ohio; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Alice and Ada Nafziger; and brother, Maurice Nafziger.

A celebration of Paul's life will be held at 4:00 P.M. Monday, February 6, 2012 at Zion Mennonite Church, with Pastor Jeff Kauffman, Pastor Mona Sauder, and Pastor Jane Friesen, officiating. Friends may call at the church on Sunday from 2:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. The family requests that memorial contributions be given to Sunshine Children's Home, Adriel, or Mennonite Central Committee. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.grisierfh.com. Grisier Funeral Home in Archbold has been entrusted with arrangements.

Submitted by: Andrea Buller Golden

Nelson-Hartman, Esther K. Mishler

Jan. 28, 1920 - Oct. 3, 2012

GOSHEN - Esther K. Nelson-Hartman, 92, died Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2012, at IU Health Goshen Hospital.

She was born on Jan. 28, 1920, in LaGrange, to the late Enos and Lovina (Mehl) Mishler.

On Aug. 19, 1939, she married Dory M. Nelson. He died Aug. 26, 1971.

On Aug. 30, 1986, she married Freman Hartman. He died Feb. 28, 2009.

Surviving are her children, Nancy (Allen) Jackson of Elkhart and David (Carole) Nelson of Eustis, Fla.; grandsons Rick Nelson, Todd Jackson and Trent Jackson; two great-granddaughters; and stepchildren Donna Oswalt of Elkhart, Elaine Thorpe, Charles Hartman, Floyd Hartman, Loren Hartman of Mishawaka and Bert Hartman.

She was preceded in death by her siblings, Nina Baer, Marie Schrock, Ruth Ropp, Rachel Tyson, Ruby Pettet, Beulah Yoder, and Truman, Clem and Dorsey Mishler.

Visitation is from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 7, at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 S. Main St., Middlebury. A memorial service is at 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 8, at Shore Mennonite Church, Shipshewana.

Burial is in Shore Cemetery, Shipshewana.

Memorials may be given to Faith Mission in Elkhart or Shore Mennonite Church.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Oct. 6, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Nelson-Hartman, Esther K. Mishler, 92, of Goshen, died, October 3, at IU Health Goshen Hospital. She was born on January 28, 1920, in Lagrange, IN to Enos and Lovina (Mehl) Mishler. On August 19, 1939 she married Dory M. Nelson; he died August 26, 1971. On August 30, 1986 she married Freman Hartman; he died February 28, 2009.

Surviving are daughter, Nancy (Allen) Jackson of Elkhart; son, David (Carole) Nelson of Eustis, FL; three grandsons, Rick Nelson, Todd Jackson and Trent Jackson; two great granddaughters, two step daughters, Donna Oswalt of Elkhart, Elaine Thorpe of Citrus Heights, CA; four step sons, Charles Hartman of Howe, Floyd Hartman of Sturgis, MI, Loren Hartman of Mishawaka, Bert Hartman of Whites Creek, TN; 16 step grandchildren, 20 step great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by both husbands, her parents, six sisters, Nina Baer, Marie Schrock, Ruth Ropp, Rachel Tyson, Ruby Pettet and Beulah Yoder; three brothers, Truman, Clem and Dorsey Mishler.

She retired from Ivers Lee Corporation in Shipshewana after working there over 20 years.

A memorial service was October 8, 2012 at Shore Mennonite Church, Shipshewana. Services will be conducted by Pastor Carl Horner. Burial will be in Shore Cemetery, Shipshewana.

Source: Miller-Stewart Funeral Home Middlebury, IN
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Neuenschwander, Paul A., 90, of Kidron, Wayne Co., OH died March 13, 2012 at Rittman, Wayne Co., Ohio from a stroke.

He was born December 31, 1921 at Kidron to Jacob and Lydia Martha (Amstutz) Neuenschwander. Jacob was born May 6, 1893 and died December 24, 1974. Lydia was born December 20, 1900 and died October 18, 1975.

On May 2, 1942 at Kidron, OH he was married to Carrie Anna Lehman, who was born December 3, 1921 and died November 6, 1983.

Surviving are children, Kathleen (Glenn) Zendt; Kenneth (Connie) Neuenschwander; Norma (Olen) Burkholder; Arthur (Cheryl) Neuenschwander; Shirley (Vern) Hochstetler; and Janet (Vern) Hostetler, 14 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and siblings, Tilman (Orpha-1st; Bonnie-2nd) Neuenschwander; Harry (Viola) Neuenschwander; Luella (Clarence) Eberly; and Clarence (Esther) Neuenschwander.

His siblings, Willis (Delpha-1st) Anna-2nd) Neuenschwander; Mabel (George) Geiser; Wilfred (Verda) Neuenschwander; Marcus (Esther) Neuenschwander; and Jesse (Helen) Neuenschwander preceded him in death.

He was the owner of Kidron Electric, served with CPS, and with Christian Layman's Tent Evangelism. He hosted a radio program for 50 years and served on many area boards.

Memorial services were held March 17, 2012 at Sonnenberg Mennonite Church, Kidron, Ohio with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Ellen Nussbaum, Kidron, OH
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Neufeld, Helen Ann Regier, 82, of Inman, KS died February 10, 2012 at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Hutchinson, KS. She was born April 30, 1929 at McPherson, KS to Edward F. and Helena (Neufeld) Regier. On June 20, 1950 she was married to Walter D. Neufeld.

Surviving are children, Steve & Kathy Neufeld; Kathy & Robert Jones; and Laurie & John Glenn, 9 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren.

Memorial services were held February 14, 2012 at Bethel Mennonite Church, Inman, KS, with burial in North Inman Cemetery, Inman, KS.

Submitted by: Kim Pankratz
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Newcomer, F. Alice Zehr
May 31, 1934-Sept. 2, 2012

GOSHEN - F. Alice Newcomer, 78, died early Sunday afternoon at Greencroft Healthcare, where she had been since Aug. 17.

She was born May 31, 1934 in Manson, Iowa, to Alvin and Ruth (Lehman) Zehr. She married Marvin L. Newcomer Nov. 24, 1960, in Wakarusa.

She is survived by a daughter, Jill (Chris) Erb, New Paris; a son, Kelly (Carla) Newcomer, Zionsville; six grandchildren, Spencer, Sara and Austin Erb, New Paris, and Hannah (Logan) Campbell, Allison and Emily Newcomer, all of Zionsville; and two sisters, Florence (Roman) Hersberger and Nelda (Irvin) Nussbaum, both of Goshen.

She was preceded in death by her husband and her parents.

She was an active member of Yellow Creek Mennonite Church, serving in many capacities including elder, Stephen Minister, Minister of Christian Education, longtime children's Sunday school teacher, song leader and prayer shawl knitter.

She also volunteered at Mennonite Central Committee and IU Health Goshen Hospital.

A graduate of Hesston Academy, Hesston College, Goshen College and Western Michigan University, she taught school in the Jimtown school district and worked at the Wakarusa Public Library.

Friends may call 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home and one hour prior to the 10 a.m., Thursday funeral service at Yellow Creek Mennonite Church. Pastors Wes Bontreger, Katie Cunningham and Harold Yoder will officiate.

Burial will follow in Yellow Creek Cemetery, Goshen.

Memorial contributions may be made to Yellow Creek Mennonite Church Building Fund or MCC.

Online condolences may be sent to www.yoderculpfuneralhome.com.

Goshen News, Goshen, IN
September 3, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Life Story of F. Alice Newcomer May 31, 1934 - September 2, 2012

Fern Alice Zehr was born May 31, 1934 in Manson, Iowa, to Alvin and Ruth (Lehman) Zehr. She was the youngest daughter, joining older sisters Florence and Nelda. Alice grew up on a three different farms that her father rented near Manson. Since they had no boys in the family, she always had outdoor chores to do. Alice attended three different one room schools in her childhood and three years of high school at Barnum High School. She completed her last year of high school at Hesston Academy in Hesston, Kansas.

Alice's family had the practice of nightly devotions and regular church attendance. Alice learned to read her Bible at home and said she felt Jesus tugging at her heart. As a result, Alice confessed her sins and made a commitment to Jesus Christ at age ten. She was baptized in the Manson Mennonite Church by Bishop Simon Gingerich from Wayland, Iowa.

After graduating from Hesston Academy, Alice attended Hesston College for two years, receiving her Associates of Arts degree and returned to Iowa to teach school. After teaching for several years she moved to Goshen, Indiana, to attend Goshen College to complete her Bachelor's degree. Upon graduation, she taught third and fourth grades in the Jimtown school system near Elkhart for five years. She later went on to complete her Master's degree at Western Michigan University. She also worked at the Wakarusa Public Library for several years.

During her early teaching years, Alice met Marvin Newcomer at a young adult Mennonite fellowship meeting. After dating , they were married on November 24, 1960 at Yellow Creek Mennonite Church where Alice became a member. Their daughter Jill was born one snowy morning in February 25, 1965. Once Jill was born, she quit teaching. Their son Kelly was born September 3, 1968.

In 1971 Marvin and Alice started helping with a mission church, Fish Lake Mennonite church. They drove over every Sunday morning for three years. Marvin taught adults and Alice led singing and helped with summer vacation Bible schools. After three years, they returned to Yellow Creek Mennonite Church, where Alice was asked to be director of Christian education. She served in that capacity for seven years and also sang in a ladies quartet with Doris Reinhardt, Phyllis Kehr, and Marge Brandeberry. Over the years Alice taught children's Sunday school and vacation Bible school, most recently the two year old class. She also served as a Stephen Minister for seventeen years, while also serving as an Elder for several terms.

Alice enjoyed her growing family. In addition to Jill and Kelly, Alice and Marvin were blessed a wonderful in-laws: daughter in law, Carla and son-in-law Chris Erb, as well as six grandchildren, whom she was blessed to live long enough to know them into their teen and young adult years. Alice was married to Marvin for forty four years of marriage before his passing on November 6, 2004. After Marvin's death, Alice continued to serve in many capacities at church, as well as with Mennonite Central Committee and IU Health Goshen Hospital and knit prayer shawls. She also traveled all over the United States with her dear friend and walking companion, Marge Detweiler.

After the sudden onset of illness three months ago, Alice Newcomer courageously faced death in her last months, preparing herself and others for her passing. She died early Sunday afternoon, September 2, 2012, at Greencroft Healthcare where she had lived since August 17. She was seventy eight years old.

Alice was preceded in death by her husband, Marvin and her parents Alvin and Ruth Zehr. She is survived by a daughter, Jill, married to Chris) Erb of New Paris; a son, Kelly, married to Carla Newcomer of Zionsville; six grandchildren, Spencer, Sara and Austin Erb all of New Paris; and Hannah, married to Logan Campbell, Allison and Emily Newcomer, all of Zionsville; and two sisters, Florence (Roman) Hershberger and Nelda (Irvin) Nussbaum, both of Goshen.

Memorial contributions may be made to Yellow Creek Mennonite Church Building Fund or Mennonite Central Committee. Praise be to God for Alice's love Jesus and her service in Jesus' name. She was a mentor to many and will be missed. KBC 08/05/12
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Newcomer Fern "Alice" Zehr, 78, of Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN died September 2, 2012 at the same place. She was born May 31, 1934 to Alvin and Ruth (Lehman) Zehr. On November 24, 1960 she was married to Marvin LeRoy Newcomer, who died November 6, 2004.

Surviving are a daughter, Jill (Chris) Erb, a son, Kelly (Carla) Newcomer, six grandchildren, and two sisters, Florence (Roman) Hersberger and Nelda (Irvin) Nussbaum.

Memorial services were held September 6, 2012 at Yellow Creek Mennonite Church, Goshen, IN with burial in the adjoining south cemetery.

Submitted by: Gwen Hernley, Goshen, IN
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Newswanger, Wilda Z. Horst, 49, of Ephrata, went to be with the Lord after a lengthy illness, on Thursday, February 2, 2012 at Hospice of Lancaster County.

She was born in Ephrata to the late Milton and Lizzie (Zimmerman) Horst and was the wife of Rick L. Newswanger. They celebrated 30 years of marriage November 21st.

A devoted pastor's wife and mother, Wilda was kind, patient and caring. A strong witness, which showed through to the people she encountered. She had a strong work ethic and enjoyed making beautiful flower arrangements for special events and weddings. She was always looking for a reason to smile and to share a good laugh. Wilda was very loved.

In addition to her mother, Wilda is survived by 3 sons, Eric D., husband of Melissa N. Newswanger of Schaeffers-town, Ricky J., Newswanger, at home, engaged to Tamra B. Martin, Jaden C. Newswanger, at home; 3 daughters, Ronda L., wife of Keith A. Martin of Lititz, Katelyn E. Newswanger, at home, Kara L. Newswanger, at home; grandchildren, Caleb, Logan and Mason Martin; 6 sisters, Eunice, wife of Leon Sensenig of Ephrata, Anna Mary, wife of Moses Martin of Myerstown, Marlene, wife of Edwin Martin of Stevens, Erma, wife of Edwin Zimmerman of Myerstown, Erla, wife of Glenn Rutt of Lititz, and Lena, wife of Wilmer Hoover of Ephrata.

She was preceded in death by her father and brother, Charles Horst.

A viewing will be held on Sunday, February 5, 2012 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m., at the Hammer Creek Mennonite Church, 590 Hammer Creek Road, Lititz. On Monday, a viewing will also be held at Hammer Creek Church, 9 to 10 a.m., followed by funeral services at 10 a.m. with Pastor Fred Heller officiating. Interment will take place in the adjoining cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Wilda's memory may be made to Orphan Resources International, 550 West Trout Run Rd., Ephrata, PA 17522.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.

Intelligencer Journal - 2/3/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Nickel, Bertha A. Ewert, 89, of Goessel, KS died December 26, 2012 at the same place. She was born November 24, 1923 in Marion Co., KS to John A. and Bertha (Wiebe) Ewert. On June 10, 1947 at Hillsboro, KS she was married to Arnold Nickel, who is deceased.

Surviving are children, Leo and Joanne Nickel, Harriet and John DeLay, Elton and Denise Nickel, Donovan and Jewel Nickel, six grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and a sister, Ruth Harder.

A brother, Daniel Ewert preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held January 8, 2013 at Tabor Mennonite Church, Goessel, KS with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Kim Funk, Newton, KS
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Nisley, Ella E. Bontrager

July 14, 1934 - Sept. 8, 2012

GOSHEN - Ella E. Nisley, 78, of Goshen, died at 4:55 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 8, 2012, at her daughter's home. She had been battling leukemia for the past eight years.

She was born July 14, 1934, in Middlebury to Ezra and Susie (Lehman) Bontrager. On Sept. 12, 1957, she married Melvin J. Nisley.

He survives, as do children Betty (Jonnie) Yoder of Bonduel, Wis., Kathryn (David) Miller of Goshen, Willard (Judy) Nisley of Bagley, Minn., and Ernest Lee (Cindy) Nisley of Kendallville; 18 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; brothers Levi (Ada) Bontrager of Shipshewana, Andrew (Edna) Bontrager of Topeka and Samuel (Ada) Bontrager of Middlebury; sister-in-law Esther Bontrager of LaGrange; and brother-in-law Wilbur (Esther) Bontrager of Middlebury.

She was predeceased by sisters Amelia Yoder and Lizzie Mae Bontrager and brothers Harley, Daniel, Joseph and Monroe Bontrager.

Visitation is all day today, Sept. 10, 2012, at the family's residence, 14812 C.R. 34, Goshen, where funeral services are at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2012. Burial will be in Nisley Cemetery, Goshen.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Sept. 10, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Nisly, William "Bill," 93, died April 29, 2012 at the Pleasantview Home in Kalona IA. He was born October 15, 1918 near Hutchinson, Kansas the son of Albert and Rachel (Mast) Nisly.

He grew up in Kansas and moved to Iowa in 1935 at the age of 17. On November 24, 1940 he was united in marriage to Edith Swartzendruber at the Upper Deer Creek Mennonite Church in rural Wellman, IA. He was a member of the Sunnyside Conservative Mennonite Church. He volunteered at the Pleasantview Home, Crowded Closet and served with prison ministries. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and his miniature ponies.

Survived by his wife Edith of Kalona; 8 children - Rachel (Alvin) Kemp of Wellman; Sheldon (Miriam) Nisly of Kalona; Weldon (Margaret) Nisly of Seattle, WA; Wendell (Muriel) Nisly of Kalona; Jenelle (Dwight) Bender of Kalona; Marcus Nisly of Goshen, IN; Hope Nisly (Douglas Kliewer) of Reedley, CA; Ross (Tracy) Nisly of Hutchinson, KS; 22 grandchildren; 29 great grandchildren; a great great grandchild; 3 sisters - Susie Strubhar of Hubbard, OR; Irene Peachy of East Flat Rock, NC; Ruth Nisly of Portland, OR; a brother - Alvin Nisly of McMinnville, OR; sisters and brothers-in-law - Effie Miller of Kalona; Ellis and Ila Swartzendruber; Ethel and Henry Miller and Mary Elva and Vernon Ropp.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter-in-law Sherry Nisly, 3 brothers - Enos Nisly, Daniel Nisly, and an infant; and sisters and brothers-in-law - Mildred and Dan Graber; Morris and Alta Swartzendruber; and John Miller.

A Graveside Service will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, May 4, 2012 at the Upper Deer Creek Cemetery in rural Wellman. Followed by a Celebration of Life Service at 11:00 a.m. on FridayMay 4, 2012 at the Sunnyside Conservative Mennonite Church in Kalona, IA. Pastor John King, Pastor Floyd Helmuth and Pastor Floyd Yutzy will officiate.

Source"The Yoder-Powell Funeral Home Kalona, IA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Nofziger, Sarah Ellen Roth, 95, of Archbold, Fulton Co., Ohio died September 7 2012 at the same place. She was born September 28, 1916 at Archbold, Ohio to Fred P. and Emma (Schmucker) Roth. On May 27, 1937 she was married to Olen Nofziger, who is deceased.

Surviving are children, Janice Kreider and husband Wendell, Palmyra, MO; Corwin "Cork" and wife Patsy, Archbold, OH; Allen and wife Joyce, Wauseon, OH; and Mark and wife Glenda, of West Unity, OH, 13 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren.

A son Marlin, an infant daughter, Judith Ann, a granddaughter Pamela, three brothers, Harvey Roth, Earl Roth and Glen Roth; and three sisters: Ilva Stuckey, Alice Beck and Irene King preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held September 15, 2012 at North Clinton Mennonite Church, Wauseon Fulton Co., Ohio with burial in Pettisville Cemetery, Pettisville Fulton Co., Ohio.

Submitted by: Audrey Rupp, Wauseon, OH
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Nolt, Clarence B., 91, of Mount Joy went home to be with his Lord on Sunday, December 30, 2012 at Hospice & Community Care, Mount Joy. Born in West Hempfield Township, he was the son of the late Christian B. and Mabel Brubaker Nolt. Clarence was a devoted and loving husband of Naomi Wenger Nolt with whom he shared seventy-one years together on December 28, 2012. He was an active member of Chestnut Hill Mennonite Church, Columbia, where he served as an adult Sunday School teacher and a deacon for thirty-one years. Clarence and his wife started farming on the family farm in the spring of 1942. He was also employed at the former Hoffman Seed Company, Landisville, where he became manager for warehouse shipping. Following retirement, Clarence worked fifteen years part-time for the Manheim Auto Auction. He loved all phases of the outdoors and enjoyed the beauty of God's creation; mountains, streams and wildlife.

Surviving in addition to his wife is a daughter, Carolyn N. wife of Ben DeVerter of Smoketown; two sons, C. Lamar husband of Lisa Shertzer Nolt of Lancaster and Frank L. husband of JoAnn Padula Nolt of Lititz; five grandchildren, fourteen great grandchildren; and a sister, Miriam Nolt of Landis Homes. He was preceded in death by a brother, Christian Nolt, and a sister, Anna Mae Nolt.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend his funeral service at Chestnut Hill Mennonite Church, 4050 Marietta Avenue, Columbia on Thursday, January 3, 2013 at 11:00 AM. Interment in Salunga Mennonite Cemetery, East Hempfield Township. There will be a public viewing at the church on Thursday morning from 9:00 AM until the time of service. Please omit flowers. Those desiring may send contributions in Clarence's memory to Chestnut Hill Mennonite Church, 4050 Marietta Avenue, Columbia, PA 17512 or Hospice and Community Care, P.O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125.

To send the family on-line condolences, please visit:
www.buchfuneral.com <http://www.buchfuneral.com/>Buch Funeral Home, Inc., Manheim, PA

Intelligencer Journal - 1/1/2013
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Nolt, Cleason S., 14, of Peach Bottom, died in a farming accident on May 23, 2012 in Galena, MD. He was born in Peach Bottom on August, 29, 1997. He was a member of Bethel Mennonite Church. He is survived by his mother, Debbie H. (Martin) Nolt, and was accompanied in death by his father, Glenn W. Nolt, and his brother, Kelvin R. Nolt.

He is also survived by three brothers: Wesley, Loren, and Quinton, all at home; two sisters: Joy, wife of Dale Weaver of Ewing, IL, and Gayle, at home; four grandparents: Martin Z. and Eva M. (Weaver) Nolt of Peach Bottom, PA and Elmer W. and Irene (Hoover) Martin of New Holland; and a nephew, Cody Weaver.

Funeral Services will be held on Monday, May 28, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. from the Bethel Mennonite Church, 1797 Robert Fulton Hwy., Quarryville, PA 17566. Interment will follow in the adjoining cemetery. There will be a -visitation at the church on Sunday, May 27, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Arrangements have been entrusted to Dewald Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc., Quarryville. Condolences at: www.dewalds.com

LancasterOnLine
May 26, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Nolt, Elaine M., 4 month old infant daughter of David B. and Melva B. (Martin) Nolt of New Holland, passed away on Saturday, April 21, 2012, at her home. She died of spinal muscular atrophy and had been ill since birth.

In addition to her parents, Elaine is survived by three sisters: Janette M., Dorothy M., and Linda M. Nolt, all at home; her paternal grandparents: Floyd and Jane (Burkholder) Nolt of New Holland; maternal grandparents: John Mark and Etta (Burkholder) Martin of New Holland; maternal great-grandparents: George O. and Anna Mary (Nolt) Burkholder of Ephrata; and maternal step-great-grandmother: Katie M. (Martin) Martin of New Holland.

She was preceded in death by a brother, Floyd Ray Nolt (January 2011) and a sister, Luanna Nolt (July 2007).

A viewing will be held on Tuesday, April 24, 2012, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM at her residence, 254 Peters Road, New Holland. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at 9:00 AM at the residence with further services being held at 9:30 AM at the Groffdale Frame Mennonite Church, West Earl Township, with Bishop Ammon Weaver officiating. Burial will take place in the adjoining church cemetery. Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.

Intelligencer Journal - 4/23/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Nolt, Eli M., 82, of Ephrata, PA died August 6, 2012, at Fairmount Homes, Ephrata. He was born 1930 in Earl Twp., Lancaster Co., PA to Eli and Mattie (Martin) Nolt. He was the husband of Anna Mary (Weaver) Nolt, they were married 59 years. He was a member of Meadow Valley Mennonite Church.

Survied by his wife Anna Mary and son; E. Merle, husband of Elaine (Good) Nolt of Ephrata, 2 daughters; Darla R., wife of Gerald S. Musser of Ephrata, A. Louise, wife of John S. Newswanger of Robesonia, 5 brothers; Ivan, husand of Mary (Oberholtzer) Nolt of Ephrata, David, husband of Anna (Sauder) Nolt of Annville, Martin, husband of the late Lizzie (Horning) Nolt of Kutztown, John, husband of Mary (Martin) Nolt of Myerstown, Allen, husband of Florence (Horst) Nolt of New Holland, 2 sisters; Martha, wife of Samuel Martin of Narvon, Lizzie, wife of Moses Good of Manheim, 2 sisters-in-law, Mary Nolt of Ephrata, Anna Nolt of Manheim, 15 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren.

Preceded in death his parents, 2 brothers; Titus and Irvin Nolt and a sister, Ella M. Nolt.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, August 10, at 9:15 am at the Wheatridge Chapel at Fairmount Homes with further services at 10 am at the Meadow Valley Mennonite Church, Ephrata, with Bishops Lester B. Martin, Frank Horning and Ministers Gary Zimmerman and Paul Newswanger officiating. Interment was in the adjoining church cemetery.

Source Stradling Funeral Homes,
Akron, Denver, Epharta, PA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Nolt, Glenn W., 48, of Peach Bottom, PA, died in a farming accident in Galena, MD on May 23, 2012. Born in Peach Bottom on March 7, 1964, he was the husband of Debbie H. (Martin) Nolt.

Glenn was the father of seven children, a farmer all his life, and a member of the Bethel Mennonite Church.

Surviving in addition to his wife are three sons: Wesley, Loren and Quinton, all at home, and two daughters: Joy, wife of Dale Weaver of Ewing, IL, and Gayle at home.

He was accompanied in death by two teenage sons: Kelvin and Cleason.

He is also survived by his parents: Martin Z. and Eva M. (Weaver) Nolt of Peach Bottom, PA, along with three brothers: Nelson W., husband of Ruth Ann (Allgyer) of Womelsdorf, PA, Myron W., husband of Sally (Hostetter) of Peach Bottom, PA and Nevin W., husband of Wanda (Zimmerman) of Peach Bottom, PA; two sisters: Linda, wife of Clair Lapp of Burns, WY and Jane, wife of Nelson Neuenschwander of Lititz, PA; and a grandchild, Cody Weaver.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Jay W. Nolt.

LancasterOnLine
May 26, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Nolt, Ivan H., 74, of Ephrata, passed away on Sunday, April 29, 2012 at his residence.

He was born in W. Earl Twp. to the late Joseph and Mary (Hoover) Nolt and was the husband of Rebecca (Newswanger) Nolt.

A retired farmer, Ivan was a member of the Conestoga Mennonite Church, Groffdale Conference, Ephrata Township.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by 6 sons, Paul M., husband of Linda Nolt of Shippensburg, Elmer M., husband of Irene Nolt of Alta Vista, IA, Harlan M., husband of Anetta Nolt of Riceville, IA, Lawrence M., husband of Martha Nolt of Ephrata, Leon M., husband of Esther Nolt of Riceville, IA, Ivan M., husband of Norma Nolt of Elma, IA; 5 daughters, Lucy Nolt at home, Mary M., wife of Leon Weaver of Stanley, NY, Verna M., wife of Nelson Martin of Withee, WI, Ella Nolt at home, Arlene M., wife of Lester Nolt of Leola; 3 brothers, Ervin M., husband of Beverly Nolt of Leola, Paul M., husband of Anna Nolt of Martinsburg, Warren M., husband of Florence Nolt of Leola; 10 sisters, Frances Martin of Quarryville, Esther M., wife of Paul Shirk of Narvon, Minnie M., wife of John J. Snyder of Ephrata, Anna M., wife of Jonas Zeiset of Narvon, Mary M., wife of Titus Reiff of New Holland, Edna M., wife of Aaron Zimmerman of Denver, Ella M., wife of Melvin Martin of Ephrata, Ada Mae, wife of Lawrence Martin of Martinsburg, Martha M., wife of Amos Martin of Shippensburg, Arlene M., wife of Aaron Sensenig of East Earl; 63 grandchildren; and 2 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by an infant son and daughter.

A viewing will be held on Thursday, May 3, 2012 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the late residence, 290 N. Farmersville Road, Ephrata. Funeral services will be held on Friday, May 4, 2012, 9:00 a.m. at the late residence with further services at 9:30 at the Conestoga -Mennonite Church, Groffdale Conference, West Earl. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery

Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.

Intelligencer Journal - 5/1/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Nolt, Kelvin R., 18, of Peach Bottom, died in a farming accident in Galena, MD on May 23, 2012. He was born in Peach Bottom, on March 14, 1994. He was a member of Bethel Mennonite Church. He is survived by his mother, Debbie H. (Martin)
Nolt, and was accompanied in death by his father, Glenn W. Nolt, and his brother, Cleason S. Nolt.

LancasterOnLine
May 26, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Nolt, Laura Hoover, 18, of Hurdland, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly, on Monday, February 13, 2012, while visiting in Ephrata, PA.

Laura was born on December 12, 1993, in Memphis, Missouri, the daughter of Curvin W. and Ada F. (Hoover) Nolt.

She is a member of the Oakview Mennonite Church, Edina, Missouri. She lived most of her life in the Memphis, Missouri area before moving to the farm northwest of Edina, Missouri in 2010.

Laura is survived by her parents, Curvin and Ada Nolt of Hurdland, Missouri; three brothers, Jonathon H., Nolan H. and Marvin H. Nolt; five sisters, Lonita H., Melinda H., Rhoda H., Joanna H. and Regina H. Nolt; grandparents, Marvin S. and Martha Weaver Nolt of Peach Bottom, PA and Martin N. and Martha Fox Hoover of Leola, PA; 16 paternal aunts and uncles; and 20 maternal aunts and uncles.

Laura was preceded in death by a sister, Gloria H. Nolt, on September 24, 1991 and two uncles, Ezra Sensenig on November 4, 2002 and Harry F. Hoover on September 25, 1995.

Funeral Services will be 9:30 a.m. Saturday, February 18, 2012, at the Hillcrest Mennonite Community Center, Memphis, Missouri with Nelson Beachy, Noah Miller, Jr., Carl Hoover and Nathan Zimmerman officiating.

Visitation will be Wednesday, Feb. 15, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Midway Mennonite Reception Center, 210 E. Lexington Road, Lititz and again on Friday, February 17, 2012, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Hillcrest Mennonite Community Center, Memphis, Missouri.

Burial will be in the Oakview Mennonite Cemetery, Edina, Missouri.

The family requests no flowers, only your thoughts and prayers.

Local arrangements by Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland.

Intelligencer Journal - 2/15/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Nolt, Lloyd M., 66, of East Earl, PA died July 25, 2012 at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in 1945 at Ephrata, PA to Weaver W. and Bertha (Martin) Nolt. His wife of 46 years, Mary Lou (Rutt) Nolt survives. He was a member of Parkview Mennonite Church, Reamstown and had been a Sunday School teacher.

Surviving in addition to his wife are three children: Dale married to Stephanie Nolt, Ephrata; Cheryl married to Steven Zimmerman, East Waterford; and Darla married to Matthew Martin, Denver; 17 grandchildren; eight siblings: Earl married to Verna Nolt, NY; Irene married to William Nolt, Denver; Bertha married to Melvin Zehr, NY; Janet married to Ivan Musser, Lebanon; Carl married to Mary Nolt, NY; Loretta Nolt, New Holland; Weaver Nolt, Jr. married to Thelma, Mohnton; and Leon married to Karen Nolt, Honey Grove.

He was preceded in death by a grandson, Landon Nolt and a sister Marian Zimmerman.

His funeral service was July 28, 2012 at Martindale Mennonite Church with Bishop Nelson Bowman, Rev. Roger Martin and Rev. John Rutt II officiating. Interment was in Martindale Mennonite Cemetery Ephrata, PA.

Source: The Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill, PA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Nolt, Miriam M. Huber, 51, of Ephrata, passed away on Friday, February 10, 2012 at her residence after a battle with cancer.

She was the daughter of John and Mabel (Martin) Huber and was the wife of Nelson Nolt.

Miriam was a member of the Valley View Mennonite Church, Schoeneck where her husband serves as a minister.

In addition to her husband and parents, Miriam is survived by 4 sons, Japheth N., husband of Lorraine (Landis) Nolt of Lititz, and Josiah D., Jethro L. and Jared G. at home; 2 daughters, Annalisa H., wife of Lavelle L. Boll of Pine Grove and Abigail M. Nolt at home; 4 brothers, Allan M., husband of Anna Mae (Reiff) Huber of New Holland, Earl D., husband of Mary Ann (Martin) Huber of Narvon, John H., husband of Mary Ellen (Wise) Huber of New Holland and Nelson M., husband of Kara L. (Hoover) Huber of New Holland; 2 sisters, Mary Ann Huber of New Holland and Esther M., wife of Edwin Hoover of Ephrata; grandchildren, Gwenda and Kenton Boll.

Services to be determined.

Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.

Intelligencer Journal - 2/11/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Nolt, Phyllis Z. Zimmerman, age 50, of Myerstown went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 4, 2012. She passed away in her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of Richard B. Nolt.

She was born in Bethel Twp., Lebanon County, on November 30, 1961, daughter of Earline Zimmerman and the late L. Ray Zimmerman. She was also preceded in death by her infant daughter Sarena. She is survived by her children: Nevin Nolt and wife Blanche, Myerstown; Julia wife of Aaron Hess, Myers-town; Andrew, Elana, Jedrek and Jalen all at home; brothers: Jesse Zimmerman and wife Darlene, Lebanon; Clifford Zimmerman and wife Phyllis, Elizabethtown; sisters: Ruth wife of Carl Zimmerman, Bethel; Lois wife of Delmas Burkholder, Fredericksburg; Sarah wife of Dwight Sensenig, Stevens; Earlene wife of Daryl Nolt, East Earl.

A viewing will be held on Saturday, April 7, 2012 from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM in the Lebanon Valley Mennonite Church, 7821 Lancaster Ave., Myerstown. Funeral services will be held on Easter Sunday, April 8, 2012 at 3:00 PM with a viewing beginning at 2:00 PM in the church. PLEASE OMIT FLOWERS. Interment will be made in the adjoining church cemetery. The Clauser Funeral Home, Schaefferstown is handling the arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 4/6/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Nussbaum, Delvin Dale, 81, of Orrville, OH and formerly of Kidron, died June 21, 2012 at Aultman Hospital in Canton, OH. He was born July 13, 1930 to Amos A. and Lydia (Falb) Nussbaum in Kidron, Ohio, and was the youngest of nine children.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Ruth Chovan Nussbaum; four children, Anita (David) Greiser, Steve (Kay Brenneman), Phil (Kathy Zehr), and Zondra (Jim) Resh; eight grandchildren, Hope Greiser (Monty) Graber, Aaron Greiser, Kate Nussbaum (Benjamin) Bergey, Hanna Nussbaum, Zachary and Jacob Nussbaum, Bryanna and Joshua Resh, and his brothers, Irvin and Nathan Nussbaum.

Delvin attended Kidron Mennonite Church. As a young man he spent one year in Voluntary Service in Kansas, then completed his BA in Bible and Theology at Goshen College. Delvin married Ruth Chovan in 1952. After graduation, he served as the first pastor of Stoner Heights Mennonite Church in Louisville, Ohio. He later worked for the Mennonite Board of Missions Voluntary Service program in Elkhart, IN. Delvin and Ruth returned to Kidron in 1968 where he taught Bible classes and served as admissions counselor at Central Christian High School. One of his contributions at CCHS was implementing the Mini-Term program. During his sabbatical, Delvin completed his Masters of Religious Education from Goshen Biblical Seminary in Goshen, IN. He finished his career with Kidron Electric, and since retiring enjoyed volunteering at the MCC Connection and the Kidron Historical Society.Delvin was a life-long student and teacher of the Bible and church history. He will be remembered for his deep convictions and commitment to family, Christian education and the church. His interest in history and genealogy led him to help found the Kidron Historical Society. His hobbies also included woodworking, leather crafts, genealogy, and reading. A memorial service was July 1, 2012 at the Kidron Mennonite Church.

Source: Spidell Funeral Home Brewster & Mt Eaton, OH
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Nyce, Carl M., 87, of Telford, Montgomery Co., PA died December 24, 2012 at the same place. He was born October 31, 1925 at Hatfield, Montgomery Co., PA to Howard and Mary (Moyer) Nyce. On December 1, 1951 he was married to Eva B. Bergey, who survives.

Surviving are children, Steven C. Nyce; Sharon Bishop (husband David); and Karen Reichart (husband Stephen); four grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and a brother, Arnold Nyce (wife Mary Ellen).

A son, David Lee Nyce; a sister, Lenora Nyce; and two brothers, Lawrence Nyce and Paul Nyce preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held December 30, 2012 Salford Mennonite Church, Harleysville, Montgomery Co., PA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Christian J. Nickels, Schwenksville, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Nyce, Carl M. - 87, of Telford, PA died December 24, 2012 at his residence surrounded by his family. He was the loving husband of Eva (Bergey) Nyce for 61 years. Carl was born October 31, 1925 in Hatfield, PA to the late Howard Nyce and the late Mary (Moyer) Nyce.

Carl was an active member of Spring Mount Mennonite Church where he served as a council member, trustee, and served on the outreach and service committees. He was known for his welcoming and encouraging spirit who cared for all people. Carl was a volunteer with Indian Creek Foundation.

Survived by his wife, Eva and his son, Steven C. Nyce of Souderton, PA; his two daughters, Sharon Bishop & husband, David of Doylestown, PA, Karen Reichart & husband, Stephen of Telford, PA; his brother, Arnold Nyce & wife, Mary Ellen of Souderton, PA; his three grandsons, Joshua David Bishop of Doylestown, PA, Nathan Stephen Reichart of Telford, PA, Brandon Carl Reichart of Telford, PA; his granddaughter - Nicole Bahnck & husband, Brian of Doylestown, PA and his great-granddaughter, Anna Kay Bahnck of Doylestown, PA.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, David Lee Nyce, his sister, Lenora Nyce and his two brothers, Lawrence & Paul Nyce.

Funeral services were December 30, 2012 at Salford Mennonite Church, Harleysville, PA. Burial was in the service in the adjoining cemetery.

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

Osborne, Eva Lucille Troyer, 99, of Hesston, Harvey Co., Kansas died December 20 2012 at the same place. She was born November 18 1913 in Miami County, Indiana to Emanuel and Maizie (Kendall) Troyer. On December 24, 1936 she was married to Chester Osborne.

Surviving are children, Zonda (Lloyd) Befort, Phil (Sue) Osborne, Rachel (Ron) Koppenhaver, Dave (Sena) Osborne, Stan (Beth) Osborne, and Grace Osborne; 18 grandchildren, and 26 great-grandchildren.

A son, Conrad Osborne; and two grandsons, Tony Befort and Lance Osborne; preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held December 22, 2012 at Hesston Mennonite Church, Hesston, Kansas with burial in Eastlawn Cemetery, Hesston, Kansas.

Submitted by: Norma Diller, Hesston, KS
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Oswald, Doretta Miller, 88, of Harrisonburg, VA died May 5, 2012 at the same place. She was born March 23, 1924 at Strang, Nebraska to Jess and Katie (Schweitzer) Miller. On February 17, 1946 she was married to Leland Oswald, who died October 13, 2008.

Surviving are daughter, Joan Kulp and spouse Jim (Middletown, VA); daughter, Jane Yoder and spouse Dave (Landisville, PA); son, Donald Oswald and spouse Jean (Richmond, VA), and six grandchildren.

Two sisters, Ethel Schiffler and Ruth Eichelberger preceded her in death.

Doretta enjoyed reading, traveling, sewing, and flowers, especially roses.

Memorial services were held May 12, 2012 at Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community, Harrisonburg, VA with burial in Harrisonburg, VA.

Submitted by: Jane Eanes, Harrisonburg, VA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Peachey, Ellen Elizabeth Shenk, 88, of Newport News, VA died April 26, 2012 at Harrisonburg, VA. She was born November 4, 1923 at Newport News, VA to Henry Michael and Frankie Dora (Showalter) Shenk. In 1945 she was married to Paul Peachey, who survives.

Surviving are son-in-law, Ronald Piekarski (Washington, DC); daughter, Janet Peachey (Washington, DC); son, Carl Peachey and spouse Kate (Key West, FL); son, George Peachey (Silver Spring, MD); son, James Peachey and spouse Teresa (Silver Spring, MD); five grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and siblings: Mary Edith Layman (Newport News, VA); Alisa Regina Hillary (Harrisonburg, VA); Henry Michael Shenk, Jr. (Harrisonburg, VA); Helen Mabel Baker (Harrisonburg, VA); and Emily Grace Shenk (Succasunna, NJ).

A daughter, Barbara Anne Piekarski, and two sisters, Fannie Virginia Oliver and Esther Louise Buckwalter preceded her in death.

Ellen attended college at Eastern Mennonite School, spent 12 years in Europe and Japan working with Paul for MCC in post-war relief and peace-building. Ellen learned the art of Ikebana (Japanese flower arranging) and teaching English to internationals. She also spent 25 years living in Washington, DC and was active at Hyattsville Mennonite Church.

Memorial services were held May 2, 2012 at Park View Mennonite Church, Harrisonburg, VA with burial at Harpers Ferry, WV.

Submitted by: Jane Eanes, Harrisonburg, VA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Peachey, Gwendolyn Wenger, 78, of Lititz, Lancaster Co., PA died April 23, 2012 at the same place from brain tumor complications. She was born February 9, 1934 at Duchess, Alberta, Canada to Irvin and Alice (Indergaard) Wenger. On July 4, 1958 at Mirror, Alberta, Canada she was married to Urbane Peachey, who was born January 23, 1935 and survives.

Surviving are children, Michael, married to Jana King; Kirsten Peachey with partner Alicia Gingrich; and Charles Peachey (deceased) Marcella Hostetler, married to Lamonte Garber; seven grandchildren, and siblings: Carol Martin, married to James Martin (deceased); Rae Hackman, married to Lowell Hackman; Donna Carle, married to Yvonne Carle (deceased); and John Wenger, married to Anne.

Her son, Charles Eric Peachey died April 9, 1989.

Gwendolyn was a member at Community Mennonite Church of Lancaster.

Visitation and memorial services were held, April 29, 2012 at Akron Mennonite Church, Akron, Lancaster Co., PA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Urbane Peachey, Lititz, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Peachey, Mary H. Graber

June 2, 1931 - May 9, 2012

NAPPANEE - Mary H. Graber Peachey, 81, of 72960 C.R. 100, Nappanee, died at 3:15 a.m. Wednesday at LuAnn Nursing Home, Nappanee.

She was born June 2, 1931, near Nappanee to Henry J. and Susana Mullet Graber. She married Joseph H. Peachey on March 23, 1972. He preceded her in death July 8, 2006.

Surviving are a stepdaughter, Katie Peachey of Kinzers, Pa.; seven stepgrandchildren; many stepgreat-grandchildren; a sister, Agnes Yoder of Ashland, Ohio; and brothers Daniel (Anna) Graber of Shipshewana, Albert (Katie) Graber of Nappanee and Aaron (Lena) Graber of San Diego.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a sister, Caroline Weaver, and brothers Herman and Edward Graber.

Family and friends may call after 5 p.m. today, May 10, and all day Friday at the Everett Hochstetler residence (13996 N. 1050 W.) where funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, May 12, 2012. Officiating will be Bishop Lyle Hochstetler and the Home Ministry of the Old Order Amish Church.

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

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
May 10, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Peachey, Paul, 93, of Harrisonburg, VA died August 18, 2012, at the same place, from cancer. He was born October 10, 1918 Elk Lick Twp., Somerset Co., PA to Shem and Salome (Bender) Peachey. In June 1945 he was married to Ellen Elizabeth Shenk, who was born November 4, 1923 and died April 26 2012.

Surviving are a daughter, Janet Peachey, 3 sons: Carl (Kate) of Key West, FL; George of Silver Spring, MD, and James (Teresa) of Silver Spring, MD, five grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and siblings: Lois Yoder of Harrisonburg, VA; Rhoda Moore of Montgomery Village, MD; Laban Peachey of Harrisonburg, VA; Anna Shenk of Somerville, Mass.; Urbane Peachey of Lititz, PA; and Mary Jane Lind of Guelph, Ontario.

A daughter, Barbara Anne Piekarski (living spouse Ronald); a brother, Mark Peachey; and two sisters, Ruth Peachey; and Esther Peachey preceded her in death.

Paul attended Eastern Mennonite School (now University), doctorate from University of Zurich, Switzerland, worked for MCC doing post WWII war relief in Belgium, Germany, and Tokyo. He continued with peace-building work from Washington, DC, while also serving on the faculty of Catholic University of America for 25 years. A founding member and 14-year resident of Rolling Ridge Study Retreat Community in Charles Town, WV. Retired to Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community in 2001.

Memorial services were held August 26, 2012 at Park View Mennonite Church, Harrisonburg, VA.

Submitted by: Jane Eanes, Harrisonburg, VA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Peachey, Paul, 93 of Harrisonburg, VA died August 18, 2012. Mr. Peachey was born on October 10, 1918 in Elk Lick Twp., PA to Shem and Salome Bender Peachey and the second of ten children. He grew up on an Amish-Mennonite farm in Springs, PA. He married Ellen Shenk in 1945.

Paul was with the Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) in on its postwar emergency relief staffing in Belgium and Germany. In 1951, the Peacheys moved to Switzerland, where Mr. Peachey received his doctorate in sociology from the University of Zürich. From 1957 to 1960 the Peacheys lived in Tokyo, where Paul worked for the MCC postwar peace-building effort. After returning to the US, the Peacheys moved to Washington, DC, their home for the next 25 years. Paul continued his work for peace and reconciliation. In 1967 he was invited to join the sociology faculty at The Catholic University of America, teaching there until his retirement in 1987. Throughout these years he participated in both academic and ecumenical bridge-building efforts with Eastern Europe. In the 1970s and 80s,

Paul and Ellen were two of the founding members of the Rolling Ridge Study Retreat Community, a religious retreat center in Charles Town, West Virginia, and in 1987 became the first permanent residents of the community. In 2001, Mr. Peachey and his wife moved to the Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community where they spent the remaining years of their lives.

Surviving are four children, Janet Peachey of Washington, D.C.; Carl Peachey and wife Kate of Key West, Florida; George Peachey of Silver Spring, Maryland; James Peachey and wife Teresa all of Silver Spring, Maryland; four sisters; two brothers; five grandchildren; one great grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Ellen on April 26, 2012 and a daughter, Barbara Anne Piekarski; two sisters and a brother.

A memorial service was August 26, 2012 at Park View Mennonite Church in Harrisonburg, VA.

Source: Mcmullen Funeral Home, Harrisonburg, VA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzle

Peachey, Sanford E., 75, of Goshen, died, January 25, 2012. He was born December 12, 1936 in Belleville, PA, to Aaron J. and Katie (Peachey) Peachey. He married Mary Harshberger in November 1956.

Mr. Peachey moved to the area in 1985 from Rittman, Ohio. A member of Sunnyside Mennonite Church, he volunteered with MDS on many projects and mission trips.

Survivied by his wife Mary, two children, Roger (Lori) Peachey and Sandy (Bruce) Slabaugh, both of Goshen; six grandchildren, Ryan (Jessica) Peachey, Allen (Jenae) Peachey, Kevin Peachey, Liza Slabaugh, Becca Slabaugh and Mariah Slabaugh; and a brother, Earl (Virginia) Peachey of Galesburg, Illinois.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, John and Urie Peachey.

A memorial service was January 28, at Sunnyside Mennonite Church, Elkhart, IN conducted. Pastors Terry Zehr and Melissa Fisher-Fast will officiate. Private family burial will be at Frame Cemetery, Elkhart, IN

Source: Yoder-Culp Funeral Home Goshen, IN.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Penner, Melroy Leo, 82 years, 8 months, 2 days, of Mountain Lake, Cottonwood Co., MN died August 21, 2012 at the same place.

He was born December 19, 1929 in Midway Twp., Cottonwood Co., MN to Peter Isaac and Anna A. (Teichroew) Penner. Peter was born August 12, 1896 and died January 16, 1977. Anna was born May 23, 1899 and died January 23, 1995.

Surviving are two sisters: Esther Fast; and Lila (Ernest) Neufeld.

A sister, Verna Penner (in childhood); and two brothers: Alton (Luella) Penner; and Peter A. Fast preceded him in death.

Melroy Leo Penner was born on December 19, 1929 to Peter Isaac and Anna (Teichroew) Penner in Midway Township (rural Mountain Lake).
On May 16, 1948, Melroy was baptized into membership at First Mennonite Church in Mt. Lake.
He attended rural school District 15 and graduated from Mountain Lake High School with the Class of 1948.
In 1953 he served for a time in Wisconsin with the 1-W Alternative Service.
Much of Melroy's enjoyment in life was derived from the family farm where he lived his whole life. He loved tilling the land with his John Deere equipment. He loved raising, and even just watching, his Hereford beef cattle. He enjoyed nature and the out-of-doors.
One of Melroy's great pleasures in life was going out to eat and visiting with his many friends at the Darfur Café and "C-Store" (Cenex).
He also enjoyed sports and frequently attended Laker/Wolverine sporting events.

Memorial services were held August 25, 2012 at First Mennonite Church, Mountain Lake, MN with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: E Elaine Kauffman, Mountain Lake, MN
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Peters, Luke K., 80 of Manheim, PA died January 18, 2012 at Mount Joy, PA. He was born in Rapho Twp., Lancaster Co., PA to Willis R. and Alice Kready Peters. He was married to Lois Brubaker they were married 58 years. He was a member of Manheim Mennonite Church, where he operated the sound system.

Survived by his wife Lois and four daughters, Karen P. wife of Carl S. mentzer of Manheim, Joanne wife of Timothy O'Connell of Singapore, Irene B. wife of Steven Villanueva of Leganon, Audrey B. wife of Timothy S. Winters of Elizabethtown, seven grandchildren, two brothers; John K. & Orpha Peters of Manheim, Raymond K & Becky Peters of Elizabethtown, and a sister Ruth wife of Allen Zendt of Mifflrntown.

Preceding him in death is a brother, Paul K. Peters, and 2 sisters: Anna K. Peters, Esther K. Miller and Lois K. Peters.

Funeral service was January 21, 2012 from the Manheim Mennonite Church, Manheim, PA. Interment was in East Fairview Church of the Brethren Cemetery, Rapho Twp., Lancaster Co., PA.

Source: Burch Funeral Home, Manheim, PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Quiring, Mildred, 92, of Hesston, Harvey Co., KS died February 24, 2012 at the same place. She was born March 24, 1919 at Goessel, KS and was married to Paul D. Quiring.

Surviving are children, Gloria Breit, Margaret Wester, and Dwight (Lynn) Quiring, 6 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren.

A sister, Rosella Wedel preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held February 27, 2012 at Schowalter Villa Chapel, Hesston, KS with burial in Eastlawn Cemetery, Hesston, KS.

Submitted by: Norma Diller, Hesston, KS
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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HESSTON -
Mildred Quiring, 92, passed away on Friday (Feb. 24, 2012) at Schowalter Villa in Hesston.

She was born on March 24, 1919, in Goessel. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother and homemaker.

On Aug. 18, 1940, she married Paul D. Quiring in Goessel. He passed away on Feb. 15, 2008.

Mildred was a member of Hesston Mennonite Church.

She is survived by son, Dwight (Lynn Badaracco) of Kansas City, Mo.; daughters, Gloria Breit of Denver and Margaret Wester of Pasadena, Calif.; six grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by sister Rosella Wedel.

Memorial Services will be at 2:30 p.m. Monday at the Schowalter Villa Chapel in Hesston with Pastor Cheryl Hershberger and Chaplain Wendy Miller officiating.

Private family burial has taken place.

Memorials may be made to the Schowalter Villa Good Samaritan Caring Fund or Harry Hynes Hospice in care of Miller-Ott Funeral Home 107 S. Lancaster, P.O. Box 32, Hesston, KS 67062.

Source: Kansan.com
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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