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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.

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Saltzman, Joseph Howard ; . . Sauder, Edwin H. ; . . Sauder, Lester R. ; . . Sauder, Luella Mae Holst ; . . Sauder, Marguerite S. Stauffer ; . . Sawatzky, Maurine Catherine Bauer ; . . Schlabach, J. Richard ; . . Schlabach, Raymond C. ; . . Schmidt, Ella M. Klassen ; . . Schmidt, Erna Ruth Duerksen ; . . Schmucker, Clifford ; . . Schmucker, Janelle Renae ; . . Schmucker, Levi Lee ; . . Schmucker, Lydia Mae Miller ; . . Schrock, Dale D. ; . . Schrock, Dorothea Aueillia Schantz Benner ; . . Schrock, Larry R. ; . . Schrock, Mary S. ; . . Schroth, Bertha Jane Peachey ; . . Schwartz, Erma Miller ; . . Sensenig, Albert G. ; . . Sensenig, Bruce Lamar ; . . Sensenig, Clarence S. ; . . Sensenig, Harriet Noll; . . Sensenig, Ivan Z. ; . . Sensenig, Ruth G. Martin ; . . Shank, A. Marie Constien; . . Shank, Joseph Geil ; . . Sharp, Harold ; . . Shaub, Walter Hursh; . . Shaum, James Edward ; . . Shaum, Paul E. ; . . Shea, Nevin M. ; . . Sheets, Beverley Rhodes Hooke Shenk ; . . Shelly, Betty Lee ; . . Shetler, Alice B. Crecraft ; . . Shirk, Edna S. Burkhart ; . . Shirk, Leroy F., Jr. ; . . Short, R. Dean ; . . Showalter, Anna Ruth Rhodes ; . . Showalter, Barbara J. Bushman ; . . Showalter, Marilyn Arlene Good ; . . Showalter, Roy Samuel ; . . Shrock, Ralph E. ; . . Shultz, Lester B. ; . . Sieber, Martha Emma Meck ; . . Slabaugh, Laura Miller ; . . Smit, Anna Ruby Derksen ; . . Smith, Arlene Mabel Lantz ; . . Smith, Pearl C. Clemmer ; . . Smith, Walter J. ; . . Smoker, Elsie S. Herr ; . . Smoker, Lee R. ; . . Snyder, Annabelle Christophel ; . . Snyder, Arlene Brenneman ; . . Snyder, James M. ; . . Snyder Belousek, Lydia Clare ; . . Sommer, Ann Kaiser ; . . Sommers, Betty Jean Edinger ; . . Spoonhour, Mary Ellen Brindle ; . . Stamm, Harold William ; . . Stamm, Jeanne M. Foust; . . Stamm, Paul Gustav ; . . Stauffer, Clarence ; . . Stauffer, David R. ; . . Stauffer, Elizabeth B. Horning Martin ; . . Stauffer, Martha W. Weaver,; . . Stauffer, Mary R.; . . Stauffer, Mervin M. ; . . Stauffer, Virginia M. Martin; . . Steckley, Anna Marie Shetler; . . Steiner, Isaac Ray; . . Steria, Elmer James ; . . Sterner, Grace C. Heil ; . . Stockburger, Roger E. ; . . Stoll, Mary Helmuth ; . . Stoltzfus, Anna K. Stoltzfus ; . . Stoltzfus, Floyd L. ; . . Stoltzfus, Marian B. Smoker ; . . Stoltzfus, Raymond King ; . . Strauss, Blondine J. Jost ; . . Strite, Ethel Showalter ; . . Stuckey, Sadie V. Heishman ; . . Studer, Gerald C. ; . . Stutzman, Dortha J. Yoder ; . . Stutzman, Esther Graber ; . . Stutzman, Eugene "Gene" ; . . Stutzman, W. Dale ; . . Styer, Kathryn Z. Burkholder ; . . Summer, Ethel B. ; . . Suter, Phyllis M. Sprunger ; . . Swartley, Miriam Landisl; . . Swartzendruber, Alda Burkey ; . . Swartzendruber, Carolyn E. Martin ; . . Swartzendruber, Edith Ruby ; . . Swartzentruber, Bertha M. ; . . Swartzentruber, Junior A. (Abner) ; . . Swartzentruber, Mary M.; . . Sweigart, Gladys A. Stoltzfus ; . .

Saltzman, Joseph Howard, 83, of Wellman, IA died August 15, 2013 at Iowa City, Iowa. He was born March 1, 1930 at Shickley, Nebraska to Daniel and Helen (Sutter) Saltzman.

Surviving is a sister-in-law Alberta Saltzman.

His siblings: Elmer Saltzman, Harold Saltzman, Wilfred Saltzman, Mary Saltzman, and Vera Saltzman [Diener] preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held August 19, 2013 at Wellman Mennonite Church, Wellman, Iowa with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

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

Sauder, Edwin H., 87, of Ephrata, PA formerly of East Earl, died Saturday, April 13, 2013 at Lincoln Christian Home in Ephrata, PA after a lengthy illness. Born 1925 in Brecknock Twp., Lancaster Co., PA to Charles and Eva (Horning) Sauder. He was married 65 years on September 27 to Dorothy (Wise) Sauder.

He was a member of Lichty's Mennonite Church where he taught Sunday school for many years. During WWII he served with Civilian Public Service in Virginia and California. He also volunteered at Christian Aid Ministries in Ephrata, PA.

Surviving in addition to his wife are eight children, Louis, married to Velma (Ressler) Sauder of Leola, Geraldine, married to Ron High of New Holland, Brenda, married to Jim Lusby, Sr. of East Earl, Judi, married to Ron Stauffer of Stevens, Ken, married to Brenda (Martin) Sauder of Narvon, Darla, married to Louis Martin of Huntingdon, Gary, married to Joyce (Zimmerman) Sauder of Stevens, and Jay, married to Ginny (Sensenig) Sauder of Denver; a foster son, Shawn, married to Danae (Sanchez) Slaymaker of Blue Ball; 30 grandchildren; 45 great grandchildren; 9 brothers and sisters, Minerva Bowman of New Holland, Eugene, married to Grace Sauder of Ephrata, Harry, married to Anna Sauder of New Holland, Charles, Jr., married to Mary Sauder of New Holland, Lois, married to Mike Zehr of Indiana, Nancy Esbenshade of Carbondale, Eunice, married to Marvin Eastman of Texas, Leon, married to Kari Sauder of Montoursville, and Elvin, married to Marilyn Sauder of East Earl.

Preceding him in death is a sister, Elaine Risser.

Funeral services was April 17 at Lichty's Mennonite Church, East Earl, PA with the Bishop Duane Weber officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery.

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

Sauder, Lester R., 91, of Clay, died Sunday, September 22, 2013, at his home of natural causes.

Born in West Earl Township, he was the son of the late John S. and Lizzie (Redcay) Sauder and was the husband of Anna (Weaver) Sauder, with whom he shared nearly 71 years of marriage.

He was a member of the Springville Mennonite Church, Weaverland Conference, where he served as minister for over 50 years. A farmer, he was later the founder of Clay Book Store.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by 3 sons, John W., husband of Ida (Shirk) Sauder of Waterloo, NY, Lloyd W., husband of Barbara (Hoover) Sauder of Mt. Pleasant Mills, Paul W., husband of Anna Mary (Weaver) Sauder of Denver; 5 daughters, Bernice, wife of Wayne Rissler of East Earl, Louella W., wife of Mark Good of Lititz, Mary W. Sauder at home, Anna W., wife of J. Ervin Showalter of Loyal, WI, Verna W., wife of Philip Rissler of Ephrata; 48 grandchildren; 117 great grandchildren; 3 step grandchildren; 15 step great grandchildren and 11 step great-great grandchildren. He was the last of his immediate family.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Raymond R., John R.; 4 sisters, Irene Lehman, Ruth Burkholder, Elizabeth Martin, and infant Dorothy; 1 grandson; 1 great grandson.

A viewing will be held on Wednesday, September 25, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., at the Midway Mennonite Reception Center, 210 E. Lexington Rd., Lititz. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, September 26, at 9:30 a.m., at the Springville Mennonite Church, 580 Springville Rd., Ephrata, with Bishop Melvin Martin officiating. Interment will take place in the adjoining church cemetery.

Kindly omit flowers.

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

Intelligencer Journal - 9/24/2013
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Sauder, Luella Mae Holst, 84, of St. Jacobs, Ontario, Canada, died March 21, 2013 at the same place from cancer. She was born December 25, 1928 to Jacob and Catherine Annie (Holtzworth) Holst. On October 25, 1952 she was married to Wesley Sauder, who was born January 22, 1921 and survives.

Surviving are children, Sharon (Leonard) Wideman, Margaret (Lester) Eby, Stewart (Karen) Sauder, Arnold (Karen Hutchison) Sauder, nine grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, a brother, John Holst, and a sister, Viola Holst.

A grandson, Samuel Eby; a son-in-law, Ray Wideman; and siblings, Irene Holst, Albert Holst, Harvey, Holst, Delton Holst, George Holst, Clarence Holst Walter Holst, and Margaret Holst preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held March 26, 2013 at St. Jacobs Mennonite Church, St. Jacobs, Ontario with burial in St. Jacobs Mennonite Cemetery, Three Bridges, Ontario.

Submitted by: Karen Sauder, St. Jacobs, ON
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Sauder, Marguerite S. Stauffer, 95, of Lititz, passed away on Friday, December 6, 2013, at Landis Homes.

She was born in Clay Township to the late Evan and Barbara (Bollinger) Stauffer and was the wife of Raymond W. Sauder who passed away on February 4, 1993. The couple had been married 52 years.

Marguerite was a member of Hess Mennonite Church, now Crossroads Community Fellowship, Lititz. She worked alongside her husband as they founded and operated R.W. Sauder, Inc. (Sauder Eggs). She actively supported local ministries, especially Black Rock Camp, Partners in Evangelism and Prison Ministries. Marguerite loved to spend time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren who fondly called her "GG." She enjoyed making quilts for her grandchildren and loved flower gardening. She was well known for hosting guests and preparing delicious dinners. In later years, she enjoyed playing games, especially marbles.

Marguerite is survived by 4 sons, R. Clair, husband of Doris of Lancaster, Glenn E., husband of Joyce of Leola, James N., husband of Wendy Whaley of Goshen, VT, Paul D., husband of Cindy of Hershey; 7 grandchildren, Matthew Sauder, Mary (Sauder) Rockey, Mark Sauder, Kendra (Sauder) Albert, Amy (Sauder) Lehman, Jayme Sauder, Ryan Sauder; 13 great grandchildren and a brother, Willard, husband of Nora Stauffer of New Holland.

A viewing will be held on Tuesday, December 10, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the West Bethany Chapel at Landis Homes, 1001 E. Oregon Road, Lititz. An additional viewing will be held on Wednesday, from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m., at the Chapel, followed by her funeral service at 11 a.m., with Rev. Glenn Sell officiating. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Marguerite's memory may be made to Landis Homes Caring Fund, 1001 E. Oregon Road, Lititz, PA 17543.

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

Intelligencer Journal - 12/8/2013
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Sawatzky, Maurine Catherine Bauer, 93, of Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN died May 22, 2013 at the same place. She was born April 9, 1920 at Peoria, IL to Ernest and Catherine (Stieglitz) Bauer. On August 4, 1953 at East Peoria, IL she was married to Reynold Sawatzky, who survives.

Surviving are children, Renee Sawatzky; and Nila Sawatzky, and a brother, Royal Bauer.

A sister, Margaret Ackermann; and a brother, Walter Bauer preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held May 28, 2013 at College Mennonite Church, Goshen, IN with burial in Violett Cemetery, Goshen, IN.

Submitted by: Sandra Shenk Lapp
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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April 9, 1920 - May 22, 2013

GOSHEN - Maurine C. Sawatzky, 93, died unexpectedly late Wednesday night, May 22, 2013, at Greencroft Goshen Health Care.

She was born April 9, 1920, in Peoria, Ill., to Ernest and Catherine (Stieglitz) Bauer.

She married Reynold Sawatzky on Aug. 4, 1953, at Pleasant Hill Mennonite Church.

He survives along with two daughters, Renee Sawatzky of Ithaca, N.Y., and Nila R. Sawatzky of Goshen; and a brother, Royal Bauer of Goshen.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Margaret Ackermann; and a brother, Walter Bauer.

A 1949 graduate of Goshen College, Mrs. Sawatzky lived in Morton, Ill.; Hesston, Kan.; Dubuque, Iowa; Kennett, Mo.; and Baltimore, Md., before retiring to Goshen in 1982.

She was a member of College Mennonite Church and an elementary school teacher.

Friends may call from 9:30 a.m. until the 11 a.m. memorial service Tuesday, May 28, 2013, at College Mennonite Church. Pastor Pamela Yoder will officiate.

A family graveside service will be conducted at Violett Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be given to Mennonite Central Committee.

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

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
May 25, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Schlabach, J. Richard

Aug. 7, 1929 - July 22, 2013

GOSHEN - J. Richard Schlabach, 83, died at his home Monday, July 22, 2013.

He was born Aug. 7, 1929, in Goshen to Ezra and Vivian M. (Johns) Schlabach.

Surviving are his sisters, Ruth Shaum and Arleta (Phill) Kilmer, both of Goshen; and brothers Dorvin (Ruth) and Theron F. Schlabach, both of Goshen, and Dale I. (Vivian) Schlabach of Middlebury.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Eudean Broni.

Richard was a lifelong area resident and member of Maple City Chapel. He spent his working years in the mobile home and RV industry, retiring from Carriage Inc. He volunteered at The Window and in the community in a variety of ways.

Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 25, at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home and from 9 to 10 a.m. Friday, July 26, at Maple City Chapel, prior to the 10:30 a.m. memorial service. Pastor Gary Miller will officiate.

His body will be cremated.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Maple City Chapel Community Auto Repair Ministry or The Window.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
July 24, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Schlabach, J. Richard, 83, of Goshen, IN died Jul 22, 2013 at his home. He was born August 7, 1929 in Goshen, IN, to Ezra and Vivian M. (Johns) Schlabach. He was a member of Maple City Chapel Goshen, IN.

Survived by his sisters, Ruth Shaum and Arleta (Phil) Kilmer, both of Goshen; brothers, Dorvin (Ruth) and Theron F. Schlabach, both of Goshen and Dale I. (Vivian) Schlabach of Middlebury.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a sisiter Eudean Broni.

Memorial service was July 26, 2013 at Maple City Chapel Goshen, IN, officiated by Pastor Gary Miller.

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

Schlabach, Raymond C., 89, died May 18, 2013 at the Pleasantview Home in Kalona, IA. He was born November 13, 1923 near Kalona, Iowa, to Noah and Bertha (Miller) Schlabach.

He served in CPS in Terry, Montana, Liverpool, California, and then in Poland. On November 24, 1949 he married Barbara D. Schlabaugh at the Fairview Mennonite Church in rural Kalona. He was a member of the East Union Mennonite Church.

Survived by his wife Barbara of Kalona; three daughters Linda (Chris) Tones of Kalona; Lou (Jerry) Miller of Wellman; Kathy Schlabach of Iowa City; two grandsons Shane Miller of Portland, Oregon; Brett Miller of Iowa City; two step granddaughters Melissa (Mike) Vogel of Des Moines; Caitlin Tones of Davenport; a step grandson Nick Tones of Fort Collins, Colorado; two sisters Leona Schlabach of Kalona; Susie Yoder Hostetler of Kalona; and a brother Perry Schlabach of Jefferson, Oregon.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters Barbara and Bertha; and two brothers John and Isiah.

Celebration of Life Service was at 11:00 AM on May 21, 2013 at the East Union Mennonite Church in rural Kalona. Pastor Jay Miiller will officiate. A Graveside Service will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday in the East Union Cemetery.

Source: Yoder-Powell Funeral Home in Kalona, IA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Schmidt, Ella M. Klassen, 105, of Hesston, Harvey Co., KS died November 15, 2013 at the same place. She was born March 6, 1908 in rural Goessel, KS to Peter J. and Maria (Fehdrau) Klassen. In August 1927 she was married to Ernest J. Schmidt, who is deceased.

Surviving are children, Darlene Thiessen, Laura Flaming, Melvin Dean (Charlotte) Schmidt, DeVera (Wiley) Wenger, and DuMont (Barbara Schmidt), 15 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren, 14 great-great-grandchildren..

Memorial services were held November 22, 2013 at Schowalter Villa Chapel, Hesston, KS with burial in Alexanderwohl Mennonite Church Cemetery, Goessel, KS.

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

Schmidt, Erna Ruth Duerksen, 83, of Topeka, Shawnee Co., Kansas died April 13, 2013 at the same place from cancer. She was born June 20, 1929 at Goessel, Marion Co., Kansas. She was married to Orlando "Orie" Schmidt, who is deceased.

Surviving are children, Beverly (Nelson) Schmidt, Yvonne (Galen) Unruh, Barb (Nelson) Banman, Chuck (Kathy) Schmidt, Emily (Keith) Blackburn, and John (Debbie) Schmidt; 15 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren, two brothers, Harold (Rosella) Duerksen, and Roland (Mary) Duerksen, and a sister, Elda Roupp.

Memorial services were held April 16, 2013 at Southern Hills Mennonite Church, Topeka, Kansas with burial in Alexanderwohl Mennonite Church Cemetery, Goessel, Kansas.

Submitted by: Rebekah Wheaton, Topeka, KS
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Schmucker, Clifford, 58, of Lebanon, Ohio died May 26, 2013 in a skydiving accident. He was born to Earl and Dorothy (Yoder) Schmucker.

Surviving are his parents; companion, Karen Dean; and two sons, Nathan and Adam Schmucker.

Memorial services were held June 1, 2012 at Beech Mennonite Church, Louisville, Stark Co., OH.

Submitted by: Diana Gruber, Louisville, OH
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Schmucker, Janelle Renae
Nov. 28, 2013 - Nov. 28, 2013

MILFORD - Janelle Renae Schmucker, infant daughter of Steven and Karen (Miller) Schmucker, was stillborn Thursday, Nov. 28, 2013, at Kosciusko Community Hospital in Warsaw.

Janelle is survived by her parents; a brother, Lyndon Dale; grandparents John and Donna (Borkholder) Schmucker of Nappanee and Homer Lee and Naomi (Miller) Miller of Milford; great-grandparents Homer and Freida (Mullet) Miller of Nappanee; great-grandmothers Dorothy Borkholder of Nappanee and Anne Miller of Milford; and great-grandfather Earl Schmucker of Nappanee.

There will be a gathering at noon, Saturday, Nov. 30, 2013, at the family home, 6271 W. 1150 N., Milford, followed by a graveside service at 1 p.m. in Graber Cemetery. The Home Ministry of Old Order Amish Church will officiate.

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

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Nov. 30, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Schmucker, Levi Lee

Aug. 19, 1939 - March 24, 2013

GOSHEN - Levi Lee Schmucker, 73, of Goshen, died at 6:20 a.m. Sunday, March 24, 2013, at home.

He was born Aug. 19, 1939, in Goshen to the late Levi D. and Susie (Hershberger) Schmucker. On June 19, 1958, in Goshen he married Viola Miller.

Survivors include his wife; four daughters, Betty (LeRoy) Troyer, Barb (Levi) Petersheim, Bertha (John) Stoltzfus and Ruby (Buddy) Beiler, all of Goshen, two sons, Wayne (Sharon) Schmucker of Nappanee and Marvin Schmucker at home; 22 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; three great-stepgrandchildren; four brothers, brothers Ivan (Laura) Schmucker of Kingston, Wis., Rudy (Mary) Schmucker of West Union, Ohio, and Vernon (Edna) and Lloyd Schmucker, both of Goshen; sister Ida Mae Schmucker of Goshen; and sister-in-law Ida Schmucker of Shipshewana.

Two brothers LeRoy and Freeman Schmucker, preceded him in death.

He worked at Jayco, Middlebury, for 27 years and was known for having many friends. He was a member of the Old Order Amish Church.

Visitation will be after 2 p.m. Monday, March 25, 2013, and all day Tuesday, March 26, 2013, at the family home. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 27, 2013, also at the family home. Burial will be in Miller Cemetery, Goshen.

Miller-Stewart Funeral Home of Middlebury is in charge of arrangements.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
March 25, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Schmucker, Lydia Mae Miller

April 20, 1929 - April 7, 2013

NAPPANEE - Lydia Mae (Miller) Schmucker, 83, of Nappanee, died at 7:45 p.m. Sunday, April 7, 2013, at her residence after a six-month illness.

She was born April 20, 1929, to Jacob and Katie Ann (Mast) Miller in Kosciusko County. She married Harvey E. Schmucker on April 24, 1952. He preceded her in death on Feb. 29, 2004. Mrs. Schmucker was a member of the Old Order Amish Church.

Surviving are her children, Marvin (Ruth) Schmucker and Barbara (Jeff) Smith, both of Goshen, Raymond Schmucker of North Webster, John (Kati) Schmucker of Wakarusa, Mary Esther (Norman) Slabaugh of Etna Green, Emmon (Dana) Schmucker of Goshen, Katie Ann (Lloyd) Slabaugh of Nappanee and Daniel (Ruth) Schmucker of Wakarusa; 24 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and a sister, Susie (David) Miller of Blair, Wis.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; children Ida Sue, Paul, Bertha and Susan Elizabeth Schmucker; a grandson, Darrell Schmucker; brothers Eli, Monroe, John, Amos and Henry Miller; and sisters Amanda Borkholder, Mattie Lambright, Esther Lambright and Mary Ann Miller.

Family and friends may call all day Tuesday, April 9, 2013, at the family residence, 71915 C.R. 3, Nappanee. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am Wednesday, April 10, 2013, at the Lavern Chupp residence, 71052 C.R. 3, Nappanee. The home ministry of Old Order Amish Church will officiate and burial will be in Weldy Cemetery.

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

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
April 9, 1913
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Schrock, Dale D., 83, of Archbold, OH died March 23, 2013 at Wauseon, Fulton Co., OH. He was born February 17, 1930 at Wauseon, OH to Cletus and Phoebe (Stuckey) Schrock. On March 25, 1956 he was married to Florence Stolzfus, who died March 6, 2012.

Surviving are three children, Marlyn, Dallas (Denice), and Joy, eight grandchildren, one great-grandchild, three brothers, Ray (Alice), James (Susie), and John (Marcia); and two sisters, Rosetta (Ken) Gorsuch, and MableAnn (Roger) Crossgrove.

A brother, Wayne, and a sister, Alice preceded him in death.

He was a supervisor at Sauder Woodworking for 38 years and a Sunday school teacher at West Clinton for many years.

Memorial services were held March 27, 2013 at West Clinton Mennonite Church, Wauseon, OH with burial in Pettisville Cemetery, Pettisville, Fulton Co., OH.

Submitted by: Pam Graber, Wauseon, OH
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Schrock, Dorothea Aueillia Schantz Benner

Aug. 16, 1931 - June 22, 2013

SHIPSHEWANA - Dorothea Aurillia (Benner, Schantz) Schrock, 81, died at 2:40 p.m. Saturday, June 22, 2013.

She was born Aug. 16, 1931, in Skippack, Pa., to Irwin and Susan (Benner) Schantz. On Jan. 1, 1950, in Loman, Minn., she married Harry Schrock Jr.

Surviving are her husband, Harry Schrock Jr.; son Daniel (Lisa) Schrock of Dickson, Tenn., daughters Miriam (David) Stutzman of Burns, Tenn., and Rhoda (Keith) Ackerman, missionaries in Sahiwal, Pakistan; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and siblings Sylvia (Wendal) Gregory of Pierceton, Chris Schantz of Prescott, Ariz., Dennis Schantz of Kirkland, Ariz., and Merle Schantz of Lebanon, Pa.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, June 24, 2013, at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 S. Main St., Middlebury. Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 25, 2013, at Fairhaven Amish Mennonite Church, 13513 S.R. 4, Goshen, with the Rev. Keith Amstutz and the Rev. Mark Richey officiating. Burial will follow in Miller Cemetery, Goshen.

Memorials may be given to Christian Aid Ministries.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
June 24, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Schrock, Dorothea Aurillia Benner Schantz, died June 22, 2013. She was born August 16, 1931 at Skippack, PA to Irwin and Susan (Benner) Schantz and grew up in northern Minnesota when her parents moved there to begin mission work in 1938. On January 1, 1950, at Loman, Minnesota, she married Harry Schrock Jr. of Goshen, Indiana.

Surviving are her husband, Harry Schrock Jr., a son Daniel (Lisa) Schrock, Dickson Tennessee, two daughters, Miriam (David) Stutzman of Burns Tennessee and Rhoda (Keith) Ackerman missionaries in Sahiwal Pakistan, eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren, one sister Sylvia (Wendal) Gregory of Pierceton, IN and three brothers: Chris of Prescott, AZ, Dennis of Kirkland, AZ, and Merle Schantz of Lebanon, PA.

She was preceded in death by her parents. Dorothea was a member of Gospel Haven Mennonite Church, Gosport, Indiana, where her husband is overseer but both attended South Union Fellowship near Nappanee, Indiana.

Funeral service was June 25, 2013 at the Fairhaven Amish Mennonite Church Goshen, Indiana with Rev. Keith Amstutz and Rev. Mark Richey officiating with burial to follow at the Miller Cemetery, Goshen, IN.

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

Schrock, Larry R.

July 16, 1939 - March 7, 2013

EL PASO, Texas - Larry R. Schrock, 73, formerly of Goshen, Ind., died Thursday, March 7, 2013, after a three-week illness.

Larry was born July 16, 1939, in Goshen to the late Joni and Sovina (Miller) Schrock. He married Rose Biggs on Feb. 13, 1982, in Goshen. She died Nov. 27, 2009.

He is survived by three daughters, Beth (Daniel) Schrock-Valles of El Paso, Debbie Doering of Elkhart, Ind., and Cynthia Flicker of Boise, Idaho; two sons, Steven (Heather) Schrock of Milford, Ind., and Robert (Sharon) Schrock of El Paso; a daughter-in-law, Ann Miller of El Paso; nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Loretta Miller of Goshen and Laureen (Jerry) Gerber of Charlevoix, Mich.; two brothers, LaVon (Cindy) Schrock and LaVern (Connie) Schrock, both of Goshen; and brother-in-law Verne (Connie) Biggs of Tucson, Ariz.

Besides spending time with his family, Larry loved spoiling his dog, Heidi, watching anything that had to do with the Chicago White Sox and of course, driving any truck. He was an amazing truck driver for more than 50 years with many companies including Zook's, Supreme Truck Bodies, Jayco and Advanced Affiliates. He was always up for a laugh; if you weren't laughing you were when he was done. He was a wonderful father, husband, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. He will be missed but he will forever be in our hearts.

Many knew him as "Gopher," I knew him as my dad. Dad, as you would say it ... "Say goodbye now."

Friends may attend viewings from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, March 16, 2013, and from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday, March 17, 2013, at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m Monday, March 18, 2013, at Maple City Chapel, Goshen. The Rev. Gary Miller will officiate.

Burial will follow in Miller 8 Square Cemetery, Goshen.

In lieu of flowers memorials in Larry's memory may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
March 11, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Schrock, Mary S., of Stuarts Draft, VA., died October 5, 2013. She was born September 26, 1938, to Simon and Sadie (Yoder) Schrock in Princess Ann Va. Mary was a member of the Mt. Zion Amish Mennonite Church

Survived by one sister-in-law, Edith Schrock (Harvey) of Millersville, Pa., one brother-in-law, Rufus Beachy, and brothers Alvin, of Staunton, Va., Elmer, of Stuarts Draft, Va., and Noah, of Costa Rica. Many nephews and nieces have fond memories of aunt Mary.

She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother Harvey, three sisters, Amelia (Rufus) Beachy, Barbara Beiler and husband John, Amanda Summy and husband John, and two sisters-in-law, Ida Schrock (Elmer) and Lucy Schrock (Alvin).

Funeral service was Oct. 8, at Pilgrim Christian Fellowship Church, Stuart Drafts, VA. Burial will be at the Mt. Zion cemetery, Stuarts Drafts, VA

Source: Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes &
Crematory, Stuart Drafts, VA
Submitted by Leon Hertzler

Schroth, Bertha Jane Peachey, 88, of Rochester, NY died October 22, 2013 at the same place. She was born September 25, 1925 to Jeptha and Mary Peachey. She was married to Fred Schroth, who is deceased.

Memorial services were held October 25, 2013 at First Presbyterian Church, Caledonia, NY.

Submitted by: Unknown
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Schroth, B. Jane Peachey of Rochester, NY died Oct. 22, 2013. She was born 1925 in Juniata Co., PA to Jeptha and Mary Peachey, of Belleville. Jane was a lifetime member of the Maple Grove Mennonite Church. She was the mother of 12 children, grandmother to 26 grandchildren, and great-grandmother to 19 great-grandchildren.

Survived by her children, Mary Anne (Richard) Rood, Jeff (Kathia) Shaffer, Irene Shaffer, Ruth Shaffer, Karen Shaffer, Michael Shaffer, Patrick (Janeen) Shaffer, Holly McDaniel, Rebecca (Robert) Dyson, Brian (Ann) Shaffer; 7 step-children including, Stan Goers; 26 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; sister, Sara Sausman; brothers, Eugene (Beverly) and Wayne (Vicki) Peachey; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

She was proceeded in death by: her parents Jeptha and Mary Peachey, daughter, Annette S. Babcock and son, Harry W. Shaffer, her sister, Marie; and her brothers, Earl and Jeptha 'Junior'.

A Celebration of Jane's Life was Oct. 25, 2013, at the First Presbyterian Church Caledonia, N.Y.

Source: New Commer Funeral Home Rochester, NY &
Lewistown Sentinel Lewiston,PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzle

Schwartz, Erma Miller

July 18, 1945 - Sept. 25, 2013

NAPPANEE - Erma (Miller) Schwartz, 68, of 25170 C.R. 52, Nappanee, died at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2013, in her home.

She was diagnosed with cancer on June 6, 2013.

She was born on July 18, 1945, in Kosciusko County to Herbert E. and Lydia Mae (Hochstetler) Miller.

She married Jerome O. Schwartz on July 4, 1968.

He survives along with three sons, Marion (Mary Sue) Schwartz, Dennis (Sheryl) Schwartz and Merle (Jolene) Schwartz, all of Nappanee; two daughters, Kristina (Marlin) Borkholder and Rebecca (Glen) Schmucker, both of Nappanee; two brothers, Vernon (Martha) Miller of Etna Green and Delbert (Anna) Miller of Milford; six sisters, Velma (David) Kauffman of Nappanee, Inez (Jake) Hochstetler of Middlebury, Irene (Levi) Raber of Wolcottville, Betty (Orlin) Yoder of Nappanee, Esther (Raymond) Yoder of Goshen and Frieda (Marlin) Miller of New Paris; 30 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and an infant sister, Verba.

Mrs. Schwartz was a member of Old Order Amish Church.

Friends and family may call after 3 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, 2013, and all day Friday, Sept. 27, 2013, at the family home. The funeral service will be Saturday, Sept. 28, 2013, at 9:30 a.m. at Wilbur Lehman's residence. Pallbearers for the service will be James Borkholder, Adam Borkholder, Andrew Miller, Merle Hershberger, Merlin Yoder and Lyle Harshbarger. Burial will be in Union Center West Cemetery.

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

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Sept. 26, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Sensenig, Albert G., 81, of East Earl, died Wednesday, March 20, 2013 at Fairmount Homes while under the care of Hospice.

Born in Earl Twp., he was the son of the late Levi and Mary (Groff) Sensenig. He was married 60 years on November 22 to Edna M. (Good) Sensenig.

Albert operated his own Lawn Mower Repair Shop for many years.

He was a member of St. John's Center Lutheran Church.

Surviving in addition to his wife is a son, Carl, married to Debra (Bollinger) Sensenig of Denver; four daughters, Doris, married to Dennis Bewley of Denver, Darlene Sensenig, companion of Jeff Copeland of Mohnton, Mary, married to Darryl Steffey of Sinking Spring, and Shirley, married to Doug Dosch of Blue Ball; 11 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; and two sisters, Anna Mae Weaver of Ephrata and Helen, married to Harold Ressler of Ephrata.

Preceding him in death is a son, Richard Sensenig, in 2002; two sisters, Gladys Weber and Arlene Pharis, and a brother, Levi Sensenig, Jr.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 23, at 11 a.m. at St. John's Center Lutheran Church, 599 Reading Road, East Earl, PA with the Reverend Robert Kramer and the Reverend Bradley Haws officiating. The family will receive friends at the Church from 10-11 a.m. A private interment will be held at the convenience of the family at the Center Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice & Community Care, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125. To send the family condolences, visit us at www.groffeckenroth.com <http://www.groffeckenroth.com/>. Arrangements by Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill.

Intelligencer Journal - 3/22/2013
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Sensenig, Bruce Lamar, 20, of 2235 Colebrook Rd., Lebanon died Monday evening, July 22, 2013, due to injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident while responding to a fire call with the Quentin Fire Co. He was the husband of Katie L. Wise Sensenig whom he married in March of 2013. He was a member of Mt. View Mennonite Church and was employed by Farmer Boy Ag., Myerstown. Born in Lebanon, PA on March 25, 1993, he was the son of Bruce R. and Ella (Weiler) Sensenig.

In addition to his wife and parents, he is survived by four brothers: Nelson husband of Charlene Martin; Kenneth, Wilmer and Joshua, all at home; two sisters: Darlene wife of Elvin Zimmerman and Kimberly at home. Maternal grandparents: Ivan and Esther Weiler, Myers, PA; Paternal grandparents: Lloyd and Ada Sensenig, Annville.

A viewing will be held on Thursday from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM in the Fairview Reception Center, 141 Jackson Rd., Lebanon. Funeral services will be held on Friday at 9:30 AM in the Mt. View Mennonite Church, 196 Butler Rd., Lebanon, PA 17042. Interment will be made in the adjoining church cemetery. Please omit flowers. The Clauser Funeral Home, Schaefferstown is -handling the arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 7/24/2013
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Sensenig, Clarence S., 92, of Ephrata, died Monday, March 11, 2013 after a brief illness at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Earl Twp., he was the son of the late Aaron and Mary (Sensenig) Sensenig. He would have been married 72 years on March 29 to Miriam (Wanner) Sensenig. Clarence worked as a tractor mechanic for M.M. Weaver and Son in Groffdale and later for Weaver's Fix-it Shop until his retirement in 1993. Clarence was a member of the Martindale Mennonite Church and volunteered at Christian Aid Ministries. He enjoyed going to auctions, gardening, and collecting toy tractors.

Surviving in addition to his wife are eight children, Judy, married to H. Lamar Sensenig of Leola, Glenn, married to Susan (Weaver) Sensenig of Ephrata, Miriam, married to Homer Nolt of New Holland, Dorothy, married to Roy Reiff of Stevens, Joyce, married to Earl Eby of Reading, Geraldine, married to David Shirk of Martinsburg, PA, Clarence Sensenig, Jr. of Denver, and Barry, married to Debra (Futer) Sensenig of Terre Hill; 31 grandchildren; 54 great grandchildren; 10 great-great grandchildren; and two brothers, Erwin, married to Mabel (Zimmerman) Sensenig of Stevens, and Keller, married to Roseine (Good) Sensenig of Ephrata.

Preceding him in death is a daughter, Arlene Martin; a granddaughter, Marsha Eby; three brothers, Lester, Aaron, and Miles Sensenig; and a sister, Mary Witmer.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 18, at 10 a.m. at Martindale Mennonite Church, 171 Hurst Road, Ephrata with retired Bishop Earl Sensenig, Luke Weaver, and Wendell Nolt officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing will be held at the Church on Sunday from 6-9 p.m. and on Monday from 9-10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Christian Aid Ministries, PO Box 360, Berlin, OH 44610. To send the family online condolences, visit us at www. groffeckenroth.com. Arrangements by Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland.

Intelligencer Journal - 3/13/2013
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

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Sensenig, Clarence S., 92, of Ephrata, died March 11, 2013 after a brief illness at Lancaster General Hospital. Born 1920 in Earl Twp., Lancaster Co.,PA to Aaron and Mary (Sensenig) Sensenig. He would have been married 72 years on March 29 to Miriam (Wanner) Sensenig. Clarence was a member of the Martindale Mennonite Church and volunteered at Christian Aid Ministries.

Surviving in addition to his wife Mary and eight children, Judy, married to H. Lamar Sensenig of Leola, Glenn, married to Susan (Weaver) Sensenig of Ephrata, Miriam, married to Homer Nolt of New Holland, Dorothy, married to Roy Reiff of Stevens, Joyce, married to Earl Eby of Reading, Geraldine, married to David Shirk of Martinsburg, PA, Clarence Sensenig, Jr. of Denver, and Barry, married to Debra (Futer) Sensenig of Terre Hill; 31 grandchildren; 54 great grandchildren; 10 great-great grandchildren; and two brothers, Erwin, married to Mabel (Zimmerman) Sensenig of Stevens, and Keller, married to Roseine (Good) Sensenig of Ephrata.

Preceding him in death is a daughter, Arlene Martin; a granddaughter, Marsha Eby; three brothers, Lester, Aaron, and Miles Sensenig; and a sister, Mary Witmer.

Funeral services were March 18, 2013Martindale Mennonite Church, Ephrata, PA with retired Bishop Earl Sensenig, Luke Weaver, and Wendell Nolt officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery.

Source: Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Sensenig, Harriet Noll, 76, Stevens, died at home Jan. 2, 2013. Born in Reamstown, a daughter of Howard H. and Daisy Mae (Rathman) Noll, her husband, LeRoy Z. Sensenig, died Feb. 22, 1992. A member of St. Paul's Evangelical Congregational Church, she served the kitchen committee, visitation & tape ministry and assisted in the nursery. Harriet last worked at Weaver's Banquet Center, Adamstown. She was an avid bird watcher and cherished her family, especially trips to the shore and high school sporting events.

Surviving: daughter, Deborah Ann (Richard P.) Youndt, Ephrata; and son, Vincent L. (Crystale L. Hersh) Sensenig, Stevens; 5 grandchildren; and a sister, Hazel A. Sensenig, Denver. She was predeceased by a granddaughter and her brother, Harold E. Noll.

FUNERAL: Monday, Jan. 7, 11 AM, St. Paul's E.C. Church, 46 E. Church St., Reamstown, PA 17567-0275. BURIAL: Salem Union Cemetery, Reamstown. VIEWING: 10-11 AM. Rather than flowers, contributions to Hospice & Community Care, Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604 or her church Memorial Fund, address above. Good Funeral Home, Reamstown, is honored to be serving The Sensenig Family.

Intelligencer Journal - 1/4/2013
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Sensenig, Ivan Z., 89, of Ephrata, PA died March 21, 2013 at home. He was born 1924 in New Holland, PA, to David & Emma Sensenig. He was the husband of Anna Mary (Weaver) Sensenig with whom he shared 70 years of marriage. He was a member of Valley View Mennonite Church, Stevens, PA

Survived by his wife Anna Mary, four sons and two daughters: Carl, husband of Rhoda (Good) Sensenig of Myerstown; Mary Jane, wife of Randy Meadath of Stevens; Ivan Ray, husband of Lois (Nolt) Sensenig of Lebanon; Erla wife of Arthur Nolt of Clare, MI; Marlin, husband of Martha (Martin) Sensenig of Ephrata; Elvin, husband of Carolyn (Martin) Sensenig of Reamstown; thirty-four grandchildren & eighty-one great-grandchildren; three brothers and five sisters, Vera, wife of Elmer Hoover; Anna wife of the late Jonas Nolt; Nora, wife of Isaac Martin; Ella, wife of Ammon Hoover; Adam, husband of Mary Lou; Earl Ray husband of Mary; Erla Mae wife of the late Allen Burkholder; Loyd, husband of Alta.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, John husband of the late Ella (Kurtz) Sensenig; three sisters: Alta, Mary wife of the late Aaron Hurst, Emma wife of Paul Zimmerman; a daughter, Vera Mae; a son, David and one granddaughter, Rosalie.

Funeral service was March 25, 2013 Valley View Mennonite Church, Stevens,PA. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery.

Source: Roseboro Stradling Funeral &
Cremation Services, Inc., Denver, PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

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Sensenig, Ivan Z., 89, of Ephrata, passed away Thursday, March 21, 2013 at home after a brief illness. Ivan was born in New Holland, PA, to the late David & Emma Sensenig. He was the husband of Anna Mary (Weaver) Sensenig with whom he shared 70 years of marriage.

He was a member of Valley View Mennonite Church and worked at Sensenig's Furniture for many years.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by four sons and two daughters: Carl, husband of Rhoda (Good) Sensenig of Myerstown; Mary Jane, wife of Randy Meadath of Stevens; Ivan Ray, husband of Lois (Nolt) Sensenig of Lebanon; Erla wife of Arthur Nolt of Clare, MI; Marlin, husband of Martha (Martin) Sensenig of Ephrata; Elvin, husband of Carolyn (Martin) Sensenig of Reamstown; thirty-four grandchildren & eighty-one great-grandchildren; three brothers and five sisters, Vera, wife of Elmer Hoover; Anna wife of the late Jonas Nolt; Nora, wife of Isaac Martin; Ella, wife of Ammon Hoover; Adam, husband of Mary Lou; Earl Ray husband of Mary; Erla Mae wife of the late Allen Burkholder; Loyd, husband of Alta.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, John husband of the late Ella (Kurtz) Sensenig; three sisters: Alta, Mary wife of the late Aaron Hurst, Emma wife of Paul Zimmerman; a daughter, Vera Mae; a son, David and one granddaughter, Rosalie.

A viewing will be held Sunday, March 24, 2013 from 2-4 & 6-8 PM at Valley View Mennonite Church, 194 Gockley Rd., Stevens. Funeral services will be at Valley View Mennonite Church Monday, March 25, 2013 at 10:00 AM. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery.

Kindly omit flowers.

Arrangements by Roseboro Stradling Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc., Denver. Online condolences can be given at: roseborostradling.com

Intelligencer Journal
Lancaster New Era
Mar 23, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Sensenig, Ruth G. Martin, 95, of New Holland, formerly of Blue Ball, died Wednesday, May 1, 2013 at Lancaster General Hospital after a brief illness. Born in Brecknock Twp., she was the daughter of the late Peter S. and Lizzie (Gehman) Martin. Her husband, Paul W. Sensenig, died Aug. 30, 1983.

Ruth was a homemaker and a member of the Bowmansville Mennonite Church where she was active in the sewing circle and taught Sunday School for many years. She enjoyed quilting for the Mennonite Central Committee Material Resource Center, flower gardening, and reading.

Surviving are four children, Raymond M., married to Esther Mae (Sauder) Sensenig of New Holland, Lena M. Yates of Asheville, NC, Melvin M. Sensenig of Ephrata, and Ruth M., married to LeRoy S. Horst of Bowmansville; seven grandchildren; two great grandchildren; and two brothers, Charles Martin of New Holland, and Wayne, married to Mary (Sensening) Martin of Ephrata.

Preceding her in death are three brothers, Clyde, Edwin, and Joseph Martin; and two sisters, Anna Martin and Irene Martin.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, May 5, at 3 p.m. at the Bowmansville Mennonite Church, 129 Pleasant Valley Road, East Earl with the Reverend Larry Weber, Chaplain Chester Yoder, and the former Bishop C. Kenneth Martin officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing will be held on Saturday from 2-4 at the Garden Spot Village Garden Towers, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland and on Sunday, 2-3 p.m. at the Bowmansville Mennonite Church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Garden Spot Village Benevolent Fund, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland, PA 17557. Arrangements by Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill.

Intelligencer Journal - 5/3/2013
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Shank, A. Marie Constien, 86, of Manor Twp., Lancaster Co., PA died January 5, 2013 at home. She was the wife of Harry G. Shank, Jr., who died on January 31, 1986. Born in Columbia, PA to Fred and Katherine (Dommel) Constien. She was the foster daughter of the late John B. and Annie (Thomas) Harnish.

She was a member of the River Corner Mennonite Church, Conestoga, PA and a former member of the Byerland Mennonite Church, Willow Street, PA.

Surviving are three children, Robert E. married to Tess (Kurtz) Shank, of Denver, twin daughters, Diane M. Moore and Donna L. married to Jon Aspril, all of Lancaster; 10 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; one sister, Betty Groff, of Terre Hill and two half siblings in VA.

She was preceded in death by two sons, Daniel L. Shank and D. David Shank, (2006).

Funeral Service was January 11, 2013 at Byerland Mennonite Church, Willow Street, PA Interment was in the adjoining cemetery.

Source: Lancaster OnLine, Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Shank, Joseph Geil, 95, a resident of Harrisonburg, died Monday, Feb. 11, 2013, at Rockingham Memorial Hospital. Mr. Shank was born April 14, 1917, in Broadway, Va., and was a son of the late Samuel Aaron and Mary Katherine "Kitty" Geil Shank.

He was a man of God, a family man, and a farmer. He was a member of Trissels Mennonite Church.

On Jan. 30, 1945, he was married to the former Sybil Marion Koger, who preceded him in death on March 14, 2011.

Surviving are his children, Arneda Faye Steiner and husband, Glenn, of Penn Laird; Joseph Geil "J.G." Shank II and wife, Linda Sue, of Broadway; Fern Shank Miller and husband, David, of Lakewood, Colo.; Evelyn Yvonne Mast and husband, Harlan, of Canton, Mich.; Nelson Lionel Shank and wife, Barbara, of Stuarts Draft; and Charles Samuel Shank and wife, Amei, of Beijing, China; a brother, Stuart Aaron Shank of Harrisonburg; 14 grandchildren, Rebecca "Becky" Oswald, Janna Bowers, LaVonne Ramella, Michael Shank, Joseph Geil "Joey" Shank III, Jerrel Mast, Lorissa Skelton, Christy Shank, Meghan Cela, Stuart Shank, Benjamin Shank, Zachary Shank, Andrew Shank and Amei Nicole Shank; five stepgrandchildren, Scott Ijames, Tony Ijames, Winnie Ma, Karyn Withrow, and Andrew Gluba Jr.; 18 great-grandchildren and 10 stepgreat-grandchildren.

In addition to his wife, Mr. Shank was preceded in death by two grandsons, Anthony Glenn Steiner and Weston Lloyd Mast.

Minister Harold Miller will conduct a memorial service Friday, Feb. 15, 2013, at 3 p.m. at Trissels Mennonite Church. Burial will be held privately at Lindale Cemetery. The family will receive friends Thursday from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at McMullen Funeral Home.

Daily News Record - 2/13/2013
Harrisonburg, VA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

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Shank, Joseph Geil, 95, a resident of Harrisonburg, died February 11, 2013 at Rockingham Memorial Hospital. Mr. Shank was born on April 14, 1917 in Broadway, Virginia to Samuel Aaron and Mary Katherine "Kitty" Geil Shank. He was a man of God, a family man, and a farmer. He was a member of Trissels Mennonite Church. On January 30, 1945, he was married to the former Sybil Marion Koger who preceded him in death on March 14, 2011.

Surviving are his children, Arneda Faye Steiner and husband Glenn of Penn Laird; Jospeh Geil "J.G." Shank II and wife Linda Sue of Broadway; Fern Shank Miller and husband David of Lakewood, CO; Evelyn Yvonne Mast and husband Harlan of Canton, MI; Nelson Lionel Shank and wife Barbara of Stuarts Draft; Charles Samuel Shank and wife Amei of Beijing, China; a brother, Stuart Aaron Shank of Harrisonburg; fourteen grandchildren, Rebecca "Becky" Oswald, Janna Bowers, LaVonne Ramella, Michael Shank, Joseph Geil "Joey" Shank III, Jerrel Mast, Lorissa Skelton, Christy Shank, Meghan Cela, Stuart Shank, Benjamin Shank, Zachary Shank, Andrew Shank, Amei Nicole Shank; five step-grandchildren, Scott Ijames, Tony Ijames, Winnie Ma, Karyn Withrow, and Andrew Gluba, Jr.; eighteen great grandchildren and ten step great grandchildren.

In addition to his wife, Mr. Shank was preceded in death by two grandsons, Anthony Glenn Steiner and Weston Lloyd Mast.

Minister Harold Miller will conduct a memorial service was February 15, 2013 at Trissels Mennonite Church. Burial will be held privately at Lindale Cemetery.

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

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Shank, Joseph Geil, 95, of Harrisonburg, VA died February 13, 2013 at the same place from a stroke.

He was born April 14, 1917 at Broadway, Rockingham Co., VA to Samuel Aaron and Mary Katherine "Kitty" (Geil) Shank. Samuel was born April 6, 1893 and died March 9 1975. Kitty was born July 26, 1891 and died 10 31 1975.

On January 30, 1945 at Harrisonburg, VA he was married to Sybil Marion Koger, who was born July 13, 1919 and died March 14, 2011. Married by and at the home of Bishop John L. Stauffer, Harrisonburg, VA

Surviving are children, Arneda Faye Steiner and husband, Glenn, of Penn Laird; Joseph Geil "J.G." Shank II and wife, Linda Sue, of Broadway; Fern Shank Miller and husband, David, of Lakewood, Colo.; Evelyn Yvonne Mast and husband, Harlan, of Canton, Mich.; Nelson Lionel Shank and wife, Barbara, of Stuarts Draft; and Charles Samuel Shank and wife, Amei, of Beijing, China; 14 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, 10 step-great-grandchildren and a brother, Stuart Aaron Shank and his wife Helen Trumbo Shank of Harrisonburg, VA.

Two grandsons, Anthony Glenn Steiner and Weston Lloyd Mast; a sister Katherine Frances Shank Nauman and husband Enos Peters Nauman, brother and infant Robert Edwin Shank and sister Anna Lois Shank Hertzler (surviving husband Elam Kratz Hertzler), preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held February 15, 2013 at Trissels Mennonite Church, Broadway, VA with burial in Lindale Mennonite Church Cemetery, Linville, Rockingham County, VA.

Submitted by: Charles Shank, Penn Laird, VA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Sharp, Harold, 97, died February 26, 2013. He was born on June 20, 1915 to Elmer and Clara (Kauffman) Sharp in Fairview Michigan. As a boy he moved, with his parents and sister, to North Dakota, where he lived until age 7. In 1922, his family returned to Fairview, MI. Harold married his wife of 66 years, Anna (Troyer), on June 2, 1940. She preceded him in death on Sept.1, 2005. In 1956, he was ordained to the ministry and faithfully pastored the congregation at Wellington Mennonite Church until 1975.

Surivivied by seven children, four sons, Dennis (Ruth) Sharp, Arcadia FL; Galen (Donna) Sharp, Alberta, Canada; Eldon (Patti) Sharp, Arcadia FL; Larry (Nancy) Sharp, Venice FL, and three daughters, Wahnita (Ed) Rupprecht, Frankenmuth MI; Janice (Lynn) Miller, Woodburn OR and Carol (Jim) Showalter, Broadway VA. Also surving are 21 grandchildren, 46 great grandchildren and 1 great-great granddaughter, three sisters-in-law, one brother-in-law, many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his Wife Anna and sister Anita Swartz and four brothers-in-laws. Funeral Service was March 4, 2013 at The Fairview Mennonite Church, with Pastor Phil Bontrager and Pastor Virgil Hershberger officiating. Interment at Fairview Cemetery, Fairview, Michigan.

Source: Obit Michigan.com.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Shaub, Walter Hursh, 89, of Lancaster, PA died January 11, 2013 at the age of. His wife of 46 years, Ruth Binkley Shaub, who died in 1993. Walt was born in Farmersville on November 30, 1923 to the late Samuel Z. and Nora May Hursh Shaub. He was a member of Neffsville Mennonite Church.

Walter served in the Navy on the destroyer escort USS Connolly DE 306 during W.W. II. He enjoyed keeping in touch with his Navy companions at the annual reunions. In the 1950's Walt and Ruth lived in Oregon later they moved to PA. Throughout his lifetime, Walter touched many souls by serving Jesus. He is leaving behind a legacy of changed lives due to his witness and example. He filled his retirement years with Bible study, prayer and meditation, visiting family and friends, and helping wherever he could. He sewed for M.C.C. making hundreds of lap blankets and 12,000 kit bags.

He is survived by his daughter, Susan and her husband Bruce Waters of Lancaster. Besides his daughter, Walter is survived by four siblings: Samuel H. Shaub of Oregon, Nora Mae wife of Harold Kilheffer and Ada wife of Jim Bender, both of Lancaster, Arlene wife of Bob Giberson of Willow Street.

He was preceded in death by six siblings: Ammon Shaub, Miriam Poole, Irene King, Mabel Yoder, Anna Mary Smith, and Charlotte Deck.

Funeral service was January 15, 2013 at the Shivery Funeral Home, Paradise, PA with Pastor Dwight Rohrer officiating. Interment will be in the Paradise Mennonite Cemetery.

Source: Shivery Funeral Home Paradise, PA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Shaum, James Edward
Feb. 2, 1928-June 12, 2013

ENGADINE, Mich. - James Edward Shaum, 85, died peacefully Wednesday evening at Golden Leaves Living Center in Newberry surrounded by his caring family.

Born Feb. 2, 1928 in Wakarusa, Ind.,he was the son of the late Henry and Susanna (Witmer) Shaum.

On Sept. 8, 1956, he married the former Esther Troyer of Engadine. Jim moved to the Upper Peninsula from Wakarusa and became a self-employed carpenter, beginning the company now known as Shaum Construction Inc. in 1961. He was an active church member at the Wildwood Mennonite Church, serving in many capacities, including the construction of the building now housing the congregation.

Jim enjoyed meeting new people and loved helping others. He used his construction skills as a volunteer with Mennonite Disaster Service and Habitat for Humanity both before and after his retirement.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his son, Kenton James Shaum; a sister, Miriam Shaum; and brother Lowell Shaum.

Survivors include his devoted wife, Esther of Engadine; children, Donita (Robert) Wheeler of Bristol, Ind., and Suetta (Ken) Hollinger of Engadine; granddaughters, Sierra Wheeler, Paige Erin Wheeler and Annika Hollinger; siblings, Mary Alice (Lowell) Martin of Nappanee, Ind., and Dana (Wilma) Shaum of Wakarusa; numerous nieces and nephews.

Friends may call at the Wildwood Mennonite Church, Engadine, Monday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. where funeral services will begin at 11 a.m. Tuesday. The Rev. Jim Gerber will officiate.

Interment will take place at Sandtown Cemetery in Portage Township.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Mennonite Disaster Service, Habitat for Humanity or the Wildwood Mennonite Church in memory of James Shaum.

Beaulieu Funeral Home in Newberry is assisting the family. Condolences may be expressed at www.beaulieufuneralhome.com.

Goshen News, Goshen, IN
June 14, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Shaum, Paul E.

Feb. 16, 1919 - Jan. 31, 2013

GOSHEN - Paul E. Shaum, 93, died early Thursday morning, Jan. 31, 2013, at Greencroft Goshen Health Care.

He was born Feb. 16, 1919, in Goshen, to Isaiah and Lizzie (Weaver) Shaum.

He married Lodema Harter March 1, 1941, in Elkhart. She died July 10, 1963. He married Ruth E. Schlabach in Goshen on April 17, 1965. She survives.

Also surviving are four daughters, Norma (Bradley) Chatfield of Marietta, Ga., and Marolyn Millar, Carolyn (Rich) Coodens and Elizabeth (Randy) Noland, all of South Bend; three sons, Steven Shaum of Nappanee, Randall (Jean) Shaum of Two Rivers, Wis., and Jerrol (Mary Ann Weber) Shaum of Goshen; 12 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by a daughter, Phyllis Keller; a grandson, Adam Shaum; eight sisters; and five brothers.

He was a member of Benton Mennonite Church and instrumental in starting Hudson Lake Mennonite Church and Prairieview Missionary Church.

A finish carpenter, Mr. Shaum worked for Portage Realty and Brown & Brown Construction. He loved to garden and was a talented woodworker.

Friends may call from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, 1911 S. Main St., Goshen.

A meal will be served at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 4, 2013, prior to the 12:30 p.m. funeral service at Benton Mennonite Church, 15350 C.R. 44, Goshen. Pastors Brenda Meyer and Doug Kaufman will officiate.

Burial will follow in Olive West Cemetery, Elkhart.

Memorial contributions may be given to World Missionary Press or Goshen Care at Home Hospice.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Feb. 1, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Shea, Nevin M., "Nev Man" 20 of Mount Pleasant Mills, PA, died Sept. 8, 2013, near Elizabethtown, PA from injuries sustained in a single vehicle accident. He was born on Sept. 19, 1992, in Doylestown, PA. to Brian K. and Kathryn A. (Hartkorn) Shea of Mount Pleasant Mills, PA Nevin was involved with the AWANA at the Richfield Mennonite Church. One of Nevin's cherished possessions was his Bible. Nevin was also active in the Midd-West FFA, Snyder County 4-H, and Backyard Bunnies 4-H Club.

Survived by his parents and two brothers, Stephen M. Shea and his companion Michelle Uptagrafft, of Post Falls, Idaho, and Matthew P. Shea, of Mount Pleasant Mills; maternal grandmother, Dale J. Hartkorn, of Hatfield; paternal grandparents; Stephen B. Shea, of Mount Pleasant Mills and M. Lois Shea, of Zellwood, Fla.; aunts and uncles, Peter and Denise Hartkorn, of Jamison, Jacob Hartkorn, of Chalfont, June and Charles Brauer, of Hatfield, Linda Hartkorn, of Warminster, Michael Shea, of Pipersville, Maureen Shea and her companion Rich, of Quakertown, Brenda Shea, of Collegeville, and Kara and Matt Febus, of Souderton; and many cousins.

He was preceded by his maternal grandfather, Peter Hartkorn and his uncle, Timothy Hartkorn.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Grace Covenant Community Church, Middleburg, PA. Officiating will be Pastor Jodi Strawser.

Source: The George P. Garman Funeral Homes Inc.
Mount Pleasant Mills, PA
Submitted by Leon Hertzler

Sheets, Beverley Rhodes Hooke Shenk, 51, passed away peacefully at her Staunton home Nov. 3, 2013, following a long battle with cancer. She was born June 5, 1962, the daughter of Joseph S. and Bonnie Rhodes.

Bev grew up in Montezuma and worked several years at Hardee's in Bridgewater.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by stepmother, Joyce Rhodes; a brother, Samuel Rhodes; stepsister, Missy Vandevander, all of Montezuma; and stepbrother, David Moats of Atlanta, Ga. Also surviving are her children, Starr Hooke, Charles Shenk and Stormey Shenk; grandson, Tyler; stepdaughter, Tanya Hooke; and stepgranddaughters, Destiny and Elizabeth.

At her request, the body was cremated. A memorial service will be held Friday, Nov. 8, 2013, at 2 p.m. at the Montezuma Church of the Brethren with Pastors David Miller and Ron Wyrick officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 420 Neff Ave., Suite 210, Harrisonburg, VA 22801.

Daily News Record - 11/6/2013
Harrisonburg, VA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Shelly, Betty Lee, of Souderton, PA died Friday morning, July 26, [2013], on her 91st birthday. Born in Abington, PA to Robert E. and Alice Mae (Gruver) Lee. She was the wife of the late Elmer "Doc" Shelly who died in 2006. They were married 62 years at the time of his death. She was a longtime member of Zion Mennonite Church, Souderton, PA.

Survived by one son: Donald "Chappie" Shelly of Souderton, one grandson Donald Lee Shelly Jr., two siblings: Florence Hauck and Patricia A. Lee, both of Franconia Twp., sister-in-law Ruth Lee of Quarryville and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her brother Robert G. Lee.

Funeral service was July 31, 2013 at Zion Mennonite Church, Souderton, PA. Interment was at Palm Schwenkfelder Church Cemetery, Palm, PA.

Source: Williams-Bergey-Koffel
Funeral Home,Telford, PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Shetler, Alice B. Crecraft, 91, of Scottdale, PA died March 16, 2013 at Mt. Pleasant, Westmoreland Co., PA. She was born November 18, 1921 at Kane, PA to Clyde Wesley and Jenny Louise (Lunn) Crecraft. She was married to Maynard W. Shetler, who died October 15, 2002.

Surviving are a son, Larry R. Shetler, and two grandchildren.

A grandson, Christian Shetler, one brother, Dr. H. James Crecraft, and three sisters, Dorothy E. Colon, Alberta D. Crecraft, and Elaine Wright preceded her in death.

Alice was actively involved with various sewing and quilting projects in the community. She took great delight in sewing stuffed animals for hospice patients and in assembling comforters for support of the work of MCC relief efforts. Prior to that, she took delight in children's education, mission work, and her role in support of her husband's work for the larger church.

Memorial services were held April 20, 2013 at Scottdale Mennonite Church, Scottdale, Westmoreland Co., PA with burial in Pennsville Mennonite Cemetery, Everson, Fayette Co., PA.

Submitted by: Pastor Conrad Mast, Scottdale, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Shirk, Edna S. Burkhart, 90, of Brethren Village, died Thursday, February 28, 2013 at her residence. Born in Bowmansville, PA, she was the daughter of the late Amos N. and Mary G. Shirk Burkhart. She was the wife of the late Raymond M. Shirk who died in 1988.

She was employed by Conestoga Church of the Brethren where she was a member.

She is survived by a son, James husband of Lucille Shirk of Ephrata; a daughter, Linda wife of David Owen of Modesto, CA; daughter-in-law, Nancy Shirk of Gap; four grandchildren, Heidi Shirk, Erin Shirk, Josh Shirk, Matthew Shirk; two great-grandchildren; brothers, Leroy and Carl Burkhart.

She was preceded in death by a son, Glenn Shirk; sisters, Emma Knight, Pearl Turner, Marian Martzall, Lena Groff, Beatrice Burkhart; brothers, Harold and Wayne Burkhart.

The funeral will be held at 12:30 PM on Wednesday, March 6, 2013 at Conestoga Church of the Brethren, 141 E. Main St., Leola, PA 17540. Friends may call Wednesday from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Interment will be in Bareville Cemetery. Furman Funeral Home

Intelligencer Journal - 3/2/2013
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Shirk, Leroy F., Jr., 82, of Myerstown, died Tuesday, August 27, 2013 in Luther Acres, Lititz. He was the husband of Edna E. May Shirk.

He was born July 25, 1931 in Martindale, a son of the late Leroy B. and Edith M. Frankhouser Shirk. Leroy was a builder by trade and served as a Missionary for many years. He was a member of the Fairhaven Mennonite Church in Myerstown.

Surviving in addition to his wife are daughters, Mabel Ann Shirk of Lebanon; Naomi wife of Larry Burkholder of Myerstown; a son, Leroy M. Shirk of Denver; six grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; sisters, Helen Gascho of FL; Ruth Nisley of DE; Shirley Ebersole of Myerstown.

Memorial service will be held on Sunday at 2:00 PM in the Fairhaven Mennonite Church, S. Railroad St. & W. Stoever Ave., Myerstown, PA. Private service and interment was held at an earlier date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to Luther Acres, 400 St. Luke Dr., Lititz, PA 17543 or Hospice & Community Care, 685 Good Dr., Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125. Clauser Funeral Home, Inc. is handling his arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 8/28/2013
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Short, R. Dean, 81, of Archbold, OH died July 7, 2013 at Toldeo, OH. He was born August 30, 1931 to Clarence and Mary (Schmucker) Short. He was married to Esther Yoder, who survives.

Surviving are a son, Sam D. (Janna) Short, five grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.

Memorial services were held July 11, 2013 at Lockport Mennonite Church, Stryker, Williams Co., OH.

Submitted by: Barb Crossgrove, Stryker, OH
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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R. Dean Short

ARCHBOLD -- R. Dean Short, 81, of Archbold, passed away Sunday evening, July 7, 2013, at the Toledo Hospital.

He was born August 30, 1931, at Wauseon, the son of Clarence and Mary (Schmucker) Short, and married Esther Yoder on March 10, 1956. A lifelong resident of the Archbold area, he farmed and worked at the former Dinner Bell in Archbold and Defiance for 38 years. He enjoyed singing in the Overcomers Quartet for 21 years. He attended the Lockport Mennonite Church, rural Stryker.

He is survived by his wife, Esther; one son, Sam D. (Janna) Short of Archbold; five grandchildren, Estherlynn (Chad) Dale of Napoleon, David Short, Ethan Short, Seth Short and Rachel Short, all of Archbold; one great-granddaughter, Maelynn Dale; one brother, Dale (Patty) Short of Archbold; a brother-in-law, Lawrence King of Wauseon; and a sister-in-law, Mary Short of Alvordton.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Benjamin Short; and two sisters, Lillian Aeschliman and Berneda King.

Services will be held on Thursday at 10:30 a.m. at Lockport Mennonite Church, with Pastor Steven Heatwole officiating. Interment will follow in the Lockport Cemetery. Friends may call at Lockport Mennonite Church from 3-8 p.m. on Wednesday. Short Funeral Home in Archbold has been entrusted with the arrangements. www.ShortFuneralHome.com.

Published: July 9, 2013 6:52AM
The Crescent-News, Defiance, OH
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Showalter, Anna Ruth Rhodes, 93, a resident of Dayton, passed away May 20, 2013.

Mrs. Showalter was born May 14, 1920, in Dayton, and was a daughter of the late Samuel Lee and Ella Amelia Rhodes.

She was a homemaker and a member of Pleasant View Old Order Mennonite Church.

On Jan. 1, 1941, she married Joseph Daniel Showalter, who preceded her in death Sept. 28, 1999.

Surviving are seven children, Boyd Showalter and wife, Linda, of Dayton, Wade Showalter of Harrisonburg, Ella Showalter of Hinton, Fred Showalter and wife, Doris, of Harrisonburg, Ruby Rhodes and husband, Clifford, of Dayton, Wilma Martin and husband, David, of New Bethlehem, Pa., and Nancy Rhodes and husband, Robert, of Bridgewater; seven brothers and sisters, Roy Rhodes and wife, Grace, Lena Witmer and husband, Daniel, Betty Horst, Homer Rhodes, Edna Martin and husband, Clark, and Charles Rhodes and wife, Janice, all of Dayton, and Joseph Rhodes and wife, Joyce, of Bridgewater; two brothers-in-law; one sister-in-law; 29 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren.

Mrs. Showalter was also preceded in death by a son, Nelson Showalter; a daughter-in-law, Frances Showalter; sisters, Wilda Beery and Eva Burkholder; and brothers, Marvin Rhodes and Edwin Rhodes.

Ministers of the Church will conduct a funeral service Thursday, May 23, 2013, at 10:30 a.m. at the Pleasant View Old Order Mennonite Church. Burial will follow at the church cemetery.

The body will be taken to her home, where friends may call until 8 p.m. Wednesday.

McMullen Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Daily News Record - 10/22/2013
Harrisonburg, VA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Showalter, Barbara J. Bushman, 74, of Elliottsburg passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2013 at the Church of God Home, Carlisle.

She was born March 14, 1939 in Canton, Ohio, daughter of Ulysses S. Snyder and Nancy (Prater) Bushman. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ethan C. Showalter, on July 25, 2010.

She was a retired secretary at Armstrong World Industries in Lancaster and also had been employed as a representative for Mary Kay Cosmetics.

She was a member of the Landisburg First Church of God where she attended Bible study and was in the church choir. She had also been very active at the Fisherville Baptist Church in Fisherville, VA and was active in the Blain Senior Citizen's Center including the painting group.

She was an avid reader and enjoyed painting, knitting and crocheting.

Surviving are her children, Susan M. Guarducci and her husband Roberto, Charles R. Eichelberger and his wife Dawn; four stepchildren, D. Anthony Showalter & his wife Cathy, Audrey Showalter, Steven Showalter and his late wife Marie, Rodney Showalter and his wife Carolyn; her brother, James Shaeffer and his wife Carolyn of Canton, OH; 35 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, December 23, 2013 in the Landisburg First Church of God, 301 Water Street, Landisburg, PA 17040 with the Rev. Richard L. Warner officiating. A visitation will be from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Monday in the church. Fellowship will follow the service in the church fellowship room.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Church of God Home, 801 North Hanover Street, Carlisle, PA 17013 or to the Landisburg First Church of God, 301 Water Street, Landisburg, PA 17040.

Arrangements were handled by the Nickel Funeral Home, P.O. Box 910, Loysville, PA 17047.

Intelligencer Journal - 12/20/2013
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Showalter, Marilyn Arlene Good, 65, of Mechanicsburg, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2013, after a four year battle with cancer.

Marilyn was born on May 13, 1947, in Wooster, Ohio, just a few minutes before her twin sister Margaret.

Marilyn is survived by her husband, Don Showalter of Mechanicsburg, Ohio; children, Carol (Daniel) Hobbs of Annville, Pennsylvania, Kevin Showalter of Greer, South Carolina, Keith Showalter of Anchorage, Alaska and Kristine (Wade) Martin of Manassas, Virginia; grandchildren, Emelyne, Sophia, Elsa, Tobin and Tristen Hobbs and Liam Martin; her siblings, Wilbur (Janet) Good of Clinton, Ohio, Edith (Paul) Horst of Mt. Hermon, Kentucky, Catherine (Ralph) Miller of Plain City, Ohio, Melvin (Doreen) Good of Dalton, Ohio, Clair (Eileen) Good of Dalton, Ohio, Mark (Louella) Good of Columbus, Indiana and Margaret (John) Yoder of Fredericktown, Ohio.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Willard and Valley (Horst) Good; an older sister, Verna Good; and several nephews.

Marilyn spent many years in northwestern Ontario, Canada, loving and serving the native community as a single woman, and then as the wife and best friend of Don. Together they spent nearly 20 years in Canada making memories and loving the call of God on their lives there. Today many of her closest friends still live in the north.

Marilyn loved ministry to the women with whom she came in contact. She loved being involved in women's small groups, sharing her heart, taking them to the feet of Jesus. In small circles of women, she was quick to go deep, sharing things the Father was teaching her and encouraging women in their journey.
Marilyn loved getting her fingers in the dirt. She had a large garden every place she lived, adapting to each climate and planting things that would thrive in that specific location. Her flower gardens were consistently full of life and color, never untended.

Some of her favorite moments were sitting on the couch, reading to her grandchildren, teaching them Sudoku and listening to all of their exploratory tales of experiencing the world. She was so quick to jump in the car and go for a road trip with her Knight in shining armor. She adored traveling with Don, reading to him to pass the time, listening to their favorite southern gospel, and stopping at unique places along the way as time allowed.

Most recently, she worked along side Don in ministry to couples and singles, doing one on one counseling as well as weeks of meetings in churches, connecting with couples, building relationships. She was happiest at his side praying with couples, or on the front row as he would teach, encouraging and supporting him as he spoke.

One of her last special energetic moments was attending the birth of her newest grandson, Liam. After much hoping with prayer, God gave her the energy to travel to Virginia to spend two weeks, loving on her daughter and son-in-law and welcoming Liam into the world.

Marilyn will be so incredibly missed by Don and her children and grandchildren. There will truly be a void. But they are also filled with peace from the Father and confident that she is dancing on streets of gold and sitting at the feet of Jesus, basking in His presence.

For those of you who would like to be part of remembering Marilyn's life, there will be several times of visitation at Shiloh Mennonite Church from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. on Sunday, April 28, and from 6-8 p.m. on Monday, April 29. The memorial service will be at United Bethel Mennonite Church at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, April 30, 2013. Burial will be at the cemetery at Shiloh Mennonite Church at 4 p.m. following the memorial service.

Funeral arrangements are being provided by FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME, 202 E. Main St. (state Route 161 W.), Plain City, Ohio.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Hearts Alive! at P.O. Box 250, Mechanicsburg, OH 43044.

Visit fergusonfuneralhomeinc.com to share a special memory.

Published in The Plain City Advocate [OH] on April 27, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Showalter, Roy Samuel, 82, of Harrisonburg, VA, died May 6, 2013 at his home. He was born on February 14, 1931 in Harrisonburg to Peter Samuel and Leanna Hartman Showalter and step-mother Wilda Swartz Showalter. On September 10, 1952, he married the former Mary Katherine (Kack) Martin who survives. He was a member of the Churchmen Quartet for twelve years. He was a member of the Harrisonburg Mennonite Church and also attended Valley Church.

Survivied by his wife Mary and four children, Roy Samuel Showalter, Jr. and wife Joanna Gray Showalter, Joan Showalter Alder and husband Douglas E., Judi Martin Leake and husband Daniel C., all of Harrisonburg, Jenny Showalter Graber and husband Galen L. of Waynesboro; grandchildren, Jodi A. Winslett and husband Mark A., Marilea H. Barnum and husband Jesse D., Kayla C. Alder, Lucy R. Showalter, Jordan C. Leake, John S. Showalter, Logan T. Leake, Mason A. Graber, Landon M. Graber, Baylor P. Graber, Aspen K. Graber; and a great granddaughter, Leilani K. Durette.

Mr. Showalter was preceded in death by a brother, Hubert S. Showalter and wife Martha B. Showalter.

A memorial service was May 9, 2013 at 11:00 a.m at the Harrisonburg Mennonite Church. Conducted by Pastors Mark Keller, Larry Rising, and Larry Showalter. A graveside service was held prior to the memorial service at 10:00 a.m. at the Weavers Cemetery.

Source: McMullen Funeral Home Harrison burg, VA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Shrock, Ralph E.

Nov. 22, 1924 - March 30, 2013

LAGRANGE - Ralph E. Shrock, 88, of LaGrange, died at 12:14 a.m. Saturday, March 30, at home.

He was born Nov. 22, 1924, in Defiance County, Ohio, to the late Elmer E. and Lizzie Ann (Mast) Shrock.

On Oct. 9, 1947, in LaGrange County he married Anna H. Eash.

His wife; children Elroy (Bonnie), Nelson (Sara), Elmer (Christine), Dennis (Esther), Sherman (Ruth), Kenneth (Ruby) and Katie Shrock, Marietta (Harley) Lambright, Helen Shaw, Naomi (Dave) Yoder and Sarah (Ray) Miller; daughter-in-law Betty Shrock; 48 grandchildren; 50 great-grandchildren; siblings Mary Miller and Lester (Katie) and Delbert (Betty) Shrock; and stepsiblings Mary Kim, Enos Miller and Ora (Alta) Hochstetler survive.

A son, Calvin Shrock; son-in-law Steve Shaw; stepmother Lizzie Ann Shrock; three grandchildren; siblings Mose Shrock and Helen Beachy; and stepbrother Joas Miller preceded him.

Visitation will be after 1 p.m. Sunday, March 31, and all day Monday, April 1, at the family home. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 2, at David Miller's home, 2030 W. 200 S., LaGrange. Burial will be in Miller Cemetery.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
March 31, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Shultz, Lester B., 82, of Paradise, PA and formerly of Willow Street, died March 13, 2013 at Lancaster General Hospital. He was born in Strasburg Twp., Lancaster Co., PA to Roy R. and Dorothy (Brubaker) Shultz. He was the husband of Sarah (Good) Shultz. He was a member of Strasburg Mennonite Church and had attended Lincoln University Mennonite Church.

Survived by two sons, Lawrence married to Erma (Harnish) Shultz of Willow Street and H. Allen Shultz of Paradise; three daughters, Julia married to Brian King of Melbourne, Australia, Dawn M. Shultz of Paradise and Rosemary married to Steven Gehman of Alabama; eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; three brothers, Charles B. married to Alta (Lapp) Shultz of Willow Street, and Harold B. married to Alma (Gochenour) Shultz both of Lancaster; a sister, Dorothy M. married to Homer G. Hess of Marietta and two sisters-in-law, Grace E. (Siegrist) Shultz of Willow Street and Anna Mary (Keeport) married to Glen Kreider.

Lester was preceded in death by a son, Dale E. Shultz and two brothers, Wilbur and Robert Shultz.

Funeral was March 19, 2013 at Strasburg Mennonite Church, Strasburg, PA with Pastors John D. Meck and Stephen S. Weaver officiating. Interment will follow in the adjoining cemetery.

Source: Bachman Funeral Home, Strasburg, PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Sieber, Martha Emma Meck, 91, of Champaign, IL died November 23, 2013 at Mahomet, Champaign Co., IL.

She was born November 11, 1922 at Freeport, IL to Clarence Clinton Meck (1894-1973) and Mabel Viola Resh (1895-1958),

On April 24, 1943 at Freeport, Stephenson Co., IL she was married to Paul Clarence Sieber, who was born April 20, 1921 and survives.

Surviving are children, Gerald Sieber (Yvonne); Delmar Sieber; Sandra Norma Symns (Tom); Nancy Seaman (Dennis) and, Marlin Sieber (Peggy); 12 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and two sisters, Arlene Schaefer and Ethel Smucker.

Two brothers, Mervin Meck and Howard Meck preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held November 30, 2013 at First Mennonite Church, Urbana, Champaign Co., IL.

Submitted by: Del Sieber, Champaign, IL
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Slabaugh, Laura Miller
July 25, 1940 - Dec. 22, 2013

ETNA GREEN - Laura Slabaugh, 73, of Etna Green, died surrounded by her family in her residence at 6:12 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 22, 2013. She battled cancer for three years.

Laura was born to the late Emery E. and Fanny (Chupp) Miller on July 25, 1940, in Marshall County.

She married John H. Slabaugh on Dec. 1, 1960, in Etna Green.

Laura lived her lifetime in this area and was a member of Old Order Amish Church.

Mrs. Slabaugh is survived by her husband, John H.; sons Marlin (Arlene) Slabaugh and Norman (Mary Esther) Slabaugh, both of Etna Green; daughters Regina Kay (Dennis E.) Schmucker and Janita Lynn Slabaugh, both of Etna Green; 18 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; brothers Marvin (Elizabeth) Miller of Nappanee and Herman (Ada) Miller and Earl (Edna) Miller, both of Bourbon; and sisters Lydia (Eldon) Stutzman of Warsaw and Alma Miller of Nappanee.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers Raymond, Edward and Emery Jr. Miller; and sisters Mary Ellen Kuhns, Wilma Yoder and Erma Miller.

Family and friends may call all day Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2013, at the family residence, 8912 W. 600 N., Etna Green. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2013, at Devon Schwartz's residence, 8099 N. 800 W. Home Ministry of Old Order Amish Church will officiate. Burial will be in Graber Cemetery.

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

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Dec. 23, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Smit, Anna Ruby Derksen, 90, of Mountain Lake, Cottonwood Co., Minnesota died January 28, 2013 at the same place.

She was born October 11, 1922 at Butterfield, Watonwan Co., Minnesota to Jacob J. and Anna R. (Steinle) Derksen. Jacob was born April 21, 1892 and died April 24, 1976. Anna was born March 20, 1901 and died August 12, 1986.

On January 15, 1950 at Mason City, Cerro Gordo Co., Iowa she was married to William Smit, who was born December 8, 1928 and died March 24, 1994.

Surviving are children, Stanley, Steven (Jean), Marlene (Daniel) Woods, Merle, Shirley (Kevin) Bottin, Irma (Gary) Korthouse, 12 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, and three brothers, Frank Derksen, David Derksen, and Peter (Pat) Derksen.

A sister, Sara, and two brothers, Jacob and William preceded her in death.

Anna was baptized on June 1, 1941, at the First Mennonite Church in Mountain Lake. She graduated from 8th grade country school, district 53 N.W. of Butterfield.

Anna and William Smit were married at a Lutheran church in Mason City, Iowa.

This marriage was blessed with six children.

Anna worked outside the home for 23 years. She was a janitor at Balzer Manufacturing and also worked at the Butterfield Foods processing plant.
Anna was a long time member of the First Mennonite Church in Mountain Lake, a member of the First Mennonite Mission Society, and a member of Donald Larson V.F.W. Auxiliary No. 960 Butterfield.

She enjoyed baking, gardening, sewing, quilting, scrap-booking and history. She cherished her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Memorial services were held February 1, 2013 at First Mennonite Church, Mountain Lake, Minnesota with burial in Mountain Lake City Cemetery, Mountain Lake, Minnesota.

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

Smith, Arlene Mabel Lantz, 81, of Morenci, MI died January 2, 2013 at the same place. She was born to Lewis and Alice (Gigax) Lantz. She was married to James Smith, who survives.

Surviving are her children, Michael Smith, Linda Teske, and James Smith, Jr., ten grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren.

Memorial services were held January 5, 2013 at Inlet Mennonite Church, Wauseon, OH.

Submitted by: Donna Bailey
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Smith, Pearl C. Clemmer, 93, of Hilltown Twp. died July 1, 2013. She was born August 4, 1919 to Jonas and Mamie (Moyer) Clemmer. On November 24, 1938 she was married to Walter J. Smith, who was born December 25, 1917 and survives.

Surviving are children, David G. and Carolyn Landis, two grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.

A sister, Kathryn Detweiler preceded her in death.

She was a longtime member of Blooming Glen Mennonite Church in Blooming Glen, PA.

Memorial services were held July 15, 2013 at Rockhill Mennonite Community Chapel, Sellersville, PA with burial in Blooming Glen Mennonite Cemetery, Blooming Glen, PA.

Submitted by: Michelle, Blooming Glen, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Smith, Walter J., 95, of Hilltown Twp. died December 17, 2013. He was born December 25, 1917 to Harvey and Anna (Strouse) Smith. On November 24, 1938 he was married to Peal Clemmer, who died July 1, 2013.

Surviving are a daughter, Carolyn Landis and her husband David; two
grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.

An infant son and two sisters, Laura Long and Marion Wenger preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held January 3, 2014 at Chapel of the Rockhill Mennonite Community, Sellersville, PA with burial in Blooming Glen Mennonite Cemetery, Blooming Glen, PA.

Submitted by: Michelle, Blooming Glen PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Smoker, Elsie S. Herr, 94, formerly of McAlisterville, PA died May 27, 2013, in Thompson town, PA at the home of Wilmer and Rosanne Smoker, with whom she lived. Born Oct. 27, 1918, in Lancaster Co., PA to Elmer and Emma (Stauffer) Herr. She became the widow of Norman G. Smoker, her husband of 63 years, in 2012. She was a member of Delaware Mennonite Church, Thompsontown, PA.

Surviving are: two sons, Dale Smoker and wife, Joan, of Elliottsburg, and Wilmer "Bill" Smoker and wife, Rosanne, of Thompsontown; a daughter, Marlene Dum and husband, Richard, of Loysville; a sister, Mabel Hershey of Lititz; five grandchildren, Jordy and Jeni Smoker, Kristen Johns, Erin Ream and Stuart Dum; and five great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, Elsie was preceded in death by four sisters, Kathryn Coulter, Edna Gamber, Dorothy Risser and Pauline Denlinger and one brother, Walter Herr.

A funeral service was May 31, 2013, at Delaware Mennonite Church, Thompsontown, PA, with Rev. Glenn Hosler officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Source: Lewistown Sentinel
May 29, 2013, Lewistown, PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Smoker, Lee R., 86 of Lancaster, PA, died January 24, 2013, at home surrounded by loved ones. Born in Atglen, PA to Samuel and Salome Smoker. He was the beloved husband of Arlene J. (Walker) Smoker. They were married on August 28, 1948 and enjoyed 64 years of marriage.

He was a self-employed painting contractor. He was a past president of the Conestoga Sertoma Club and was actively involved for over 30 years. He loved to go to his cabin where he enjoyed fishing, hunting and fun times with family & friends.

He is survived by two daughters, Beverly, wife of Ronald Brubaker and Bonnie, wife of Fred Anderson; grandchildren, Vicki Martin, Kelsey Austin and Brandon Austin; step-granddaughters, Vanessa Tate and Tara Fraleigh; great-grandchildren, Kayla Martin, Kyle Martin and step-grandchildren, Veda Tate and Teddy Fraleigh.

He is survived by the following sisters and brothers: Miriam Brendle of Strasburg, Lena Hollinger of New Holland; Amanda Beiler of Lancaster, Reba, wife of Paul Hershey of New Holland, Daniel of Atglen and Nevin, husband of Patricia of Parkesburg.

Mr. Smoker was predeceased by sisters, Elsie Wingard and Marie Yoder, and brothers, Norman Lloyd and Marcus Smoker. A funeral was February 2, 2013 at Willow Street Mennonite Church, Willow Street, PA with Pastor Joe Hyatt officiating. Interment in Willow Street Mennonite Cemetery.

Source: Kearney A. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Snyder, Annabelle Christophel

April 27, 1917 - April 30, 2013

GOSHEN - Annabelle Snyder, 96, died Tuesday, April 30, 2013, at Greencroft Goshen Health Care, where she had been the last two weeks.

She was born April 27, 1917, at home in Harrison Township to John B. and Cora (Nice) Christophel.

She married Don F. Snyder in Goshen on April 17, 1971. He died June 5, 2009.

She is survived by a sister, Letha Carpenter of Goshen; a brother, Paul (Flora Jane) Christophel of Elkhart; a sister-in-law, Charlene Christophel of Goshen; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by three brothers, Everett, Eldon and Theron Christophel and a sister, Lois Reuter.

A lifetime Goshen resident, Mrs. Snyder worked at Crist Cleaners for 27 years. She was a member of Yellow Creek Mennonite Church. She enjoyed family activities, knitting and traveling - both camper and group-with her husband.

Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 3, 2013, and one hour prior to the 11 a.m. Saturday, May 4, 2013, service at Yellow Creek Mennonite Church. Pastors Katie Cunningham, Wes Bontreger and Harold Yoder will officiate. Burial will follow in Yellow Creek Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Yellow Creek Mennonite Church.

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

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
May 2, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Snyder, Arlene Brenneman, 86, of Kalona, Iowa died January 25, 2013 at the same place. She was born July 25, 1926 at Wellman, Iowa to Erlis and Martha (Marner) Brenneman. On November 2, 1952 at Parnell, Iowa she was married to John Snyder.

Surviving are children, Steve (Stephanie), Daniel (Regina) and Rita (Riok) Wimberly, eight grandchildren, two sisters, Leta Mae Schneider and Lucine Morrison and a brother, Dayle Brenneman.

Three brothers, Glen, Mearl, and Marlin, and three sisters, Ollie Hershberger, Iona Swartzendruber, and Wilma Yoder preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held January 28, 2013 at First Mennonite Church of Iowa City, Iowa City, Iowa with burial in Sharon Hill Cemetery, Kalona, Iowa.

Submitted by: Karen Gingerich, Iowa City, Iowa
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Snyder, James M., 54, of Narvon, PA died October 10, 2013 at Sunrise Meadows Rehab Facility in Gordonville, PA. Born 1959 in Ephrata, PA to Paul S. Snyder of New Holland and the late Miriam H. (Martin) Snyder. He was married 30 years on June 25 to Susan Z. (Brubacher) Snyder. He was attending Bowmansville Mennonite Church, Lancaster Conference.

Surviving in addition to his wife and father are two children, Laverne, married to Alicia (Martin) Snyder of Ephrata, and Amber Snyder at home; and six brothers and sisters, Glenn, married to Janice (Weaver) Snyder of Denver, Paul, married to Jean (Hursh) Snyder of Shippensburg, Mervin, married to Loreen (Hursh) Snyder of Newville, Ruth Ann, married to Michael Burkholder of New Holland, Norma, married to Jay Paul Weaver of East Earl, and Gerald, married to Rhonda (Good) Snyder of New Holland.

Funeral service was October 14, 2013 at the Bowmansville Mennonite Church, East Earl, PA with the Reverend Larry Weber, the Reverend Duane Ringler, and Paul Newswanger officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery.

Source: Eckenroth Home for Funerals.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Snyder Belousek, Lydia Clare, was born and died September 3, 2013 at Lima, OH to Paula J. Snyder Belousek and Darrin W. Snyder Belousek. Paula was born December 28, 1971 and Darrin was born July 29, 1969.

A brother, Liam S. Belousek survives.

Memorial services were held September 7, 2013 at Salem Mennonite Church, Elida, OH.

Submitted by: Paula Snyder Belousek, Elida OH
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Sommer, Ann Kaiser, 89, of Hopedale, Illinois died July 31, 2013 at the same place. She was born January 23, 1924 at Tremont, Illinois to Benjamin and Anna (Plattner) Kaiser. On April 27, 1946 at Pekin, Illinois she was married to Clarence N. Sommer, who died June 12, 2008.

Surviving are two sons, Allan (Elizabeth)Sommer and Dr. Brian (Karen) Sommer; one daughter, Diane (Joe) Milosevich, seven grandchildren, one great-grandchild, two brothers, Orman (Kathryn) Kaiser and Harold (Helen) Kaiser; and one sister, Elma Rinkenberger.

She was preceded in death by one brother, Vernon Kaiser; and three sisters, Marge Kaufman, Marie Schock, and Beulah Muehling.

Ann worked at State Farm Insurance in Bloomington, IL and cooked at various restaurants in the Hopedale area. She was a past member of Bethel Mennonite Church in Pekin, Il where she taught Sunday school and provided post service refreshments for 20 years. Ann was a Cub Scout den mother in Hopedale and volunteered at Hopedale Medical Complex. She enjoyed reading, gardening, and meeting old and new friends on bus trips. She was a member of Hopedale Mennonite Church.

Memorial services were held August 4, 2013 at Hopedale Mennonite Church, Hopedale, Illinois with burial in Glendale Memorial Gardens, Pekin, Illinois.

Submitted by: Mary Lee Springer, Hopedale, IL
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Sommers, Betty Jean Edinger, 87, of Bluffton, OH died February 2, 2013 at Pandora, OH. She was born August 4, 1925.

Surviving are children, Bruce (Elaine) Sommers, John (Elaine) Sommers, Phillip (Daisy) Sommers, Kevin (Beth) Sommers, and Mark (Cheryl) Sommers, ten grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren.

Memorial services were held February 5, 2013 at Chiles & Sons Laman Funeral Home, Bluffton, OH with burial in Maple Grove Cemetery, Bluffton, OH.

Submitted by: Unknown
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Betty Jean Sommers, 87, died at 4:54 p.m. Feb. 2, 2013 at Hilty Memorial Home, Pandora. She was born Aug. 4, 1925 in Union Township, Hancock County to the late Scott and Emma May (Burkholder) Edinger. On Sept. 4, 1948 she married Wesley Sommers and he died May 21, 2009.

Betty was an LPN retiring from Bluffton Hospital. She was a member of the First Mennonite Church, Bluffton.

Survivors include five sons Bruce (Elaine) Sommers of Delphos, John (Elaine) Sommers of Bluffton, Phillip (Daisy) Sommers of Titusville, Florida, Kevin (Beth) Sommers of Harrod, Mark (Cheryl) Sommers of Bluffton; 10 grandchildren Nathan, Jessica, Brittany, Aaron, Megan, Danny (Maegan) Sommers, Jackie (Michael) Sylvester, Shawn (Natalie) Sommers, Chris (Sara) Sommers, Gerard (Arielle) Lopez; and 11 great grandchildren Wesley, Matthew, Blake, Brody, Colt, Carli, Jace, Jonah, Armani and Emmy Rae.

A grandson Ryan Sommers, six brothers Howard, Robert, Ralph, Harry, Norman, and Donald Edinger; and two sisters Opal Hoffer and Dorothy Bell preceded Betty in death.

Services will be 11a.m. Tuesday at Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services, Bluffton. Rev. Louise Wideman officiating. Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Bluffton. Friends and family may call Monday from 2-4 & 6-8 pm and one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to First Mennonite Church.

Blufftonicon, Bluffton, OH
Posted by Fred Steiner on February 4, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Spoonhour, Mary Ellen Brindle, 86, of Chambersburg, Franklin Co., PA died December 30 2013 at the same place. She was born February 22, 1927 at Chambersburg, PA to Wilbur and Ruth (Davis) Brindle. She was married to Edgar Lloyd Spoonhour, who is deceased.

Memorial services were held January 4, 2014 at Marion Mennonite Church, Chambersburg, PA.

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

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Mary Ellen Spoonhour, 86, went away to be with the Lord December 30, 2013, at her home. She was born February 22, 1927, in Chambersburg to the late Wilbur and Ruth (Davis) Brindle. She was married to the late Edgar Lloyd Spoonhour and employed by the Stanley Co. for over 40 years. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother as well as a member of the Marion Mennonite Church.

Mary Ellen is survived by four daughters and sons-in-law, Trudy and Mike Mills, Karen and Paul Carmack, Debra and Bill Grooms, and June and Robin Robinson; four sons and daughters-in-law, Eddie and Tuddy Brindle, Lloyd Spoonhour, Douglas and Cheryl Spoonhour, and James Spoonhour; 100 plus grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren; six sisters, Ida Mae Brindle, Dorothy Winn, Catherine Sheilds, Hilda Fahnestock, Carrie Shearer, Carol Ann Laird; and a brother, George Brindle.

She is preceded in death by a sister, Elizabeth Johnson of Strausburg; three brothers, Roy Brindle of South Mountain, Chester Brindle of Chambersburg, and Bill Brindle of Chambersburg; and a grandson, Jeremy Spoonhour of Greencastle.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 4, 2014 at 10 a.m. at the Marion Mennonite Church at 4365 Molly Pitcher Highway in Chambersburg, PA, with Pastor Carl Kniss officiating. Kelso-Cornelius Funeral Home, 725 Norland Avenue, Chambersburg, PA will be handling the arrangements. kelsocorneliusfh.com

Published in Public Opinion on Jan. 2, 2014
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Stamm, Harold William, 96, of Wauseon, Fulton Co., Ohio died December 7, 2013 at the same place from pneumonia. He was born September 29, 1917 to Gustav and Priscilla Stamm. He was married to Vesta Miller, who died January 9, 1998.

Surviving are two daughters, Anda (Stamm) Lind and Jan Stamm; six grandchildren, two great-grandchildren a brother, Duane Stamm; and three sisters, Grace Eicher; Zelma Kauffman; and Geneva Shetler.

Two brothers, Paul Stamm and Denver Stamm and three sisters, Irma Short; Beulah Stockburger; and Wilma Roth preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held December 12, 2013 at Tedrow Mennonite Church, Wauseon, OH with burial in Pettisville Cemetery, Pettisville, Fulton Co., OH.

Submitted by: Doug King, Wauseon, OH
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Stamm, Jeanne M. Foust, 85, of Archbold, Fulton County, Ohio died January 10, 2013 at the same place. She was born June 24, 1927 to Marion and Lodeema Foust. She was married to Denver Stamm, who is deceased.

Surviving are children, Mark (Sue) Stamm; Tina (Stephen) Lange; and Tana (Jeff) Sauder; eight grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren..

Memorial services were held January 13, 2013 at Lockport Mennonite Church, Stryker, Ohio.

Submitted by: Barb Crossgrove, Stryker, OH
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Stamm, Paul Gustav, 97, of Waldron, MI died January 27, 2013 at Colorado Springs, CO. He was born December 14, 1915 to Gustav and Priscilla (Stuckey) Stamm. He was married to Delilah Birky.

Surviving are children, Ina Bird; Bonnie (Loren) Gingerich; Nancy Hall; Ron Stamm; and Barb Stamm; 12 grandchildren, and 17 great-grandchildren.

Memorial services were held February 3, 2013 at Lockport Mennonite Church, Stryker, Williams Co., OH.

Submitted by: Barb Crossgrove, Stryker, OH
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Stauffer, Clarence, 100, of Milford, Seward Co., NE died August 11, 2013 at the same place. He was born April 21, 1913 at Milford, NE. On September 8, 1935 at Milford, NE he was married to Viola Troyer, who is deceased.

Surviving are children, Larry & Betty Stauffer, Ellis & Rosemary Martin, Roger & Clairdy Stauffer, Jon & Karen Stauffer, and Victor & Deborah Stauffer; 12 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren, and a sister, Wilda Schrag.

Clarence was a founder & charter member of the Bellwood Mennonite Church, Milford, NE.

Two sisters, Rose Weaver, and Viola Oyer, and one grandchild preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held August 14, 2013 at Bellwood Mennonite Church, Milford, NE with burial in Blue Mound Cemetery, Milford, NE the adjoining.

Submitted by: Pam Erb, Milford, NE
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Stauffer, David R., 79, of 982 Centerville Road, East Earl, died Friday, August 30, 2013 at his home after a brief illness.

Born in Earl Twp., he was the son of the late David W. and Mary (Reich) Stauffer. His wife, Annie W. (Zimmerman) Stauffer, died Jan. 17, 2011.

David worked for over 30 years as a welder for Terre Hill Concrete Products, retiring in 2008.

He was a member of the Martindale Mennonite Church, Groffdale Conference.

Surviving are eight children, Neil R., married to Carolyn (Shirk) Stauffer of East Earl, Ernest L., married to Deborah (Fairchild) Stauffer of Stevens, Orpha M., married to Vernon Shirk of Withee, WI, Clair D., married to Judith (Boss) Stauffer of Cumru Twp., Berks County, Annie Y. Stauffer, at home, Carl N. Stauffer of Philadelphia, Glenn E., married to Julie (Weaver) Stauffer of Milroy, and Verna R. Stauffer, at home; 21 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; three brothers and a sister, Horace R., married to Mary (Stauffer) Stauffer of Ephrata, Norman R. Stauffer of Ephrata, Beatrice R. Stauffer of Ephrata, and Lloyd R., married to Etta (Zimmerman) Stauffer of Dundee, NY; and a sister-in-law, Sis Stauffer of Akron.

Preceding him in death is a daughter, Alma Z. Stauffer; four brothers, Charles, Irvin, Paul, and Earl Stauffer; and five sisters, Margaret Shirk, Vera, Verna, Mary, and Elsie Stauffer.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, Sept. 2, at 9 a.m. at the late home with further services at 9:30 a.m. at the Martindale Mennonite Church with the Bishop Titus Martin officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing will be held on Sunday at the late home from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill.

Intelligencer Journal - 8/31/2013
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Stauffer, Elizabeth B. Horning Martin, 94, died Sunday, October 6, 2013 in the Richland Christian Home. She was the wife of her late first husband, Amos W. Martin, who died May 1, 1944 and her late second husband, Adam R. Stauffer, who died June 4, 1980.

She was born June 14, 1919 in Brecknock Township, Lancaster County, a daughter of the late David and Magdalena Burkholder Horning. Elizabeth was a member of the Fairview Mennonite Church of the Weaverland Conference, Myerstown, PA.

She is survived by children: Rachel wife of Carl Martin of Lebanon; Frank husband of Marilyn Martin of Guatemala; stepchildren: Joanna wife of Noah Zimmerman of Newmanstown; Erma wife of the late Phares Martin of IL; Leon husband of Mary Jane Stauffer of East Earl; Elias husband of Mary Stauffer of New Holland; Lucinda wife of Mervin Weaver of IL; Violet wife of Leonard Martin of Myerstown; 13 grandchildren; 26 step grandchildren; 67 great grandchildren; 166 step great grandchildren; 228 step great great grandchildren; sister: Esther wife of Joseph Boll of Richland; sisters-in-law: Verna Horning and Mary Horning, both of Myerstown.

She was preceded in death by a great grandchild, 4 step grandchildren, 4 step great grandchildren, 3 sisters and 6 brothers.

Funeral service will be held on Thursday at 10:00 AM in the Springville Mennonite Church, 580 Springville Road, Ephrata, PA. Interment will be made in the adjoining church cemetery. Viewing will be held on Wednesday from 2 to 4 PM and 6 to 8 PM at the Fairview Mennonite Reception Center, 141 Jackson Road, Lebanon, PA. PLEASE OMIT FLOWERS. Clauser Funeral Home, Inc. is handling her arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 10/8/2013
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Stauffer, Martha W. Weaver, 97, of 1105 Sheep Hill Rd., New Holland, died Monday, January 21, [2013] at her home. She was preceded in death by her husband, George W. Stauffer, in 1976. Born in Ephrata, she was the daughter of the late David N. and Ada (Wenger) Weaver. Martha was a homemaker and a member of Weaverland Mennonite Church, Groffdale Conference.

Surviving are seven children: Anna Stauffer, New Holland; Ella married to Noah S. Zimmerman, Martinsburg; Emma married to John Zeiset, Thorp, WI; Martha married to Henry Zeiset, Thorp, WI; Titus W. married to Mary (Leinbach) Stauffer, Charles City, IA; Esther married to Jonas Zeiset, Lewisburg, and Edna married to Luke Zeiset, Charles City, IA; 44 grandchildren; 157 great grandchildren; six great great grandchildren and a brother, John married to Annie (Shirk) Weaver.

She was preceded in death by a grandchild, seven great grandchildren and five siblings: Mary Zimmerman, Menno Weaver, Ella Hoover, Lena Weaver and Anna Weaver.

Her funeral will be held on Thursday, January 24, at 12:15 p.m. at her late home with further services at 1 p.m. at Weaverland Mennonite Church with Bishop Titus Martin officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery. A viewing will be held at her late home on Wednesday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Kindly omit flowers. The Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland is in charge of arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 1/22/2013
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Stauffer, Mary R., 78, of 194 Kurtz Rd., Ephrata, died Monday, January 21, [2013] at her home following a long illness. Born in Earl Twp., she was the daughter of the late David W. and Mary (Reich) Stauffer. Mary gave nursing care, both at Fairmount Homes and as a private duty aide. She was a member of Martindale Mennonite Church, Weaverland Conference.

Surviving are five siblings: Horace R. husband of Mary Stauffer; Norman R., husband of the late Susie Stauffer; Beatrice R. Stauffer; David R. husband of the late Annie Stauffer; Lloyd R. husband of Etta Stauffer.

She was preceded in death by eight siblings: Irwin R. Stauffer, Charles R. Stauffer, Earl R. Stauffer husband of Sis, Margaret R. Shirk, Vera R. Stauffer, Paul R. Stauffer, Verna R. Stauffer, and Elsie R. Stauffer.

Her funeral will be held on Friday, January 25, at 9 a.m. at her late home with further services at 9:30 a.m. at Martindale Mennonite Church with Bishop Amos G. Martin, Amos K. Martin, Ivan B. Hurst, and Paul Hurst, Jr. officiating. Interment in the adjoining church cemetery. A viewing will be held at her late home on Thursday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Kindly omit flowers. The Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill is in charge of arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 1/22/2013
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Stauffer, Mervin M., 68, passed away on Tuesday, December 3, 2013 in Good Samaritan Hospital. He was born in New Holland, a son of Lydia G. Musser Stauffer of Myerstown and the late Isaac W. Stauffer. Mervin was the husband of Susan Z. Martin Stauffer. Mr. Stauffer was employed by J. Calvin Zimmerman working on the farm and as an Electrician for East Evergreen Enterprises Inc., Myerstown. He was a member of Sharon Mennonite Fellowship Church, Lebanon.

Surviving are his mother, wife, son: Kervin Stauffer of Bethel and daughter: Sharon, wife David Sadler, Sugarcreek, OH, three grandchildren: Vernon, husband of Dawn Sadler, Uhrichsville, OH; Jerry Sadler and Melissa Sadler, both of Sugarcreek, OH; great grandson: Jaythan Sadler; brother: Melvin M., husband of Mabel Stauffer, Bethel; sisters: Edith M. Stauffer, wife of Leroy B. Martin, Myerstown; Verna M. Stauffer, wife of Ralph Weiler, Ephrata; Eva Jane Stauffer, wife of Glen L. Weiler, Wolcott, NY; Mabel M. Stauffer, wife of Eugene L. Weiler, Myerstown; sister-in-law: Joyce Stauffer of Ephrata; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brothers: James M., Isaac M. Stauffer Jr. and three nephews.

A viewing will be held on Thursday, December 5th, 2013 in the Sharon Mennonite Fellowship Church, on the corner of Union and Greble Rd., Lebanon, PA, from 2 - 4:00 p.m. and 6 - 8:00 p.m. and Friday, December 6th, 2013 from 9 - 10:00 a.m. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. All services will be held in the church. Please omit flowers. Interment will be in Wolf's Meeting House Cemetery. The Clauser Funeral Home Inc., Schaefferstown is handling the arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 12/5/2013
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Stauffer, Virginia M. Martin, 91, of Leola, PA died February 20, 2013, at Hospice and Community Care, Mount Joy. She was born 1921 in New Holland,PA to Elmer and Verna (Musser) Martin and was the wife of the late Phares S. Stauffer. Virginia was a member of Metzler Mennonite Church, Ephrata.

Survived by her children, Fred M. Stauffer of Leola, Elaine, wife of the late Vincent Ziolkowski of Ephrata, Janet Roberts of Defuniak Springs, FL, Shannon M. Stauffer of Leola, Parke, husband of Debra Stauffer of Morgantown, Juanita, wife of Richard Seibert of Dagsboro, DE, Lorna, wife of Richard McAlevy of Reinholds, Conrad A. Stauffer of Circle, MT; 9 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; 2 great-great grandchildren; her siblings, Stanley, husband of Alta Stanley of Ephrata, Marian, wife of Walter Shirk of Downing, MO, Lloyd, husband of Lydia Martin of Gap, Earl, husband of Earla Martin of Robesonia, PA.

She was preceded in death by her husband,parents, a son, Russell M. Stauffer; a daughter, Thalia J. Stauffer; siblings, Shelly Martin, Florence Stauffer, Chester Martin, Fred Martin, Vera Shirk, June Martin and Melvin Martin.

Funeral service was February 27, 2013 at Reamstown Church of God, Stevens, PA with Pastor Arthur T. Karick officiating. Interment will take place in the Martindale Mennonite Church Cemetery.

Source: Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata ,PA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Steckley, Anna Marie Shetler, 95, of Harrisonburg, VA died January 12, 2013 at the same place. She was born May 30, 1917 at Pigeon, MI to Jacob and Anna (Guengerich) Shetler. On August 14, 1938 at Pigeon, MI she was married to Floyd Steckley, who died of polio in 1952.

Surviving are children, Robert Steckley and wife Macy; Reynold Steckley and wife, Marlene; Foster daughter Betty Oberholtzer Kreider and husband John; three
grandchildren, three foster grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren.

A daughter, Joanna Mae, (1971), four brothers, Clarence, George, Marion and Jacob Shetler, and two sisters, Katie Albrecht and Lydia Albrecht preceded her in death.

She worked for Mennonite Media in Harrisonburg and also did educational correspondence with prison ministry. Authored "Song in the Night," recalling her own life, including the loss of her only daughter. She was an avid traveler, both domestically and internationally, and enjoyed a good game of scrabble.

Memorial services were held January 16, 2013 at Park View Mennonite Church, Harrisonburg, VA with burial in Pigeon, MI.

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

Steiner, Isaac Ray

Jan. 23, 2006 - March 6, 2013

GOSHEN - Isaac Ray Steiner, 7, passed away March 6, 2013, at Hospice House in Elkhart after a 21-month journey with cancer.

He was born Jan. 23, 2006. The second of three sons, Isaac was welcomed into a loving home by his parents, Rob and Sarah, and older brother, Jonah. Isaac became a big brother when Eli was born. All survive at home but are heartbroken by the loss of their dear son and brother.

Isaac was a student at Jefferson Elementary School, where he completed kindergarten with Mrs. Tricia Brickner in the spring of 2012 and spent nine weeks in first grade with Mrs. Sara Walker in the fall of 2012. His greatest desire was to be a regular boy and both of his teachers treated him with great love and normalcy, despite his diagnosis.

Isaac accomplished much in his short life. He fulfilled dreams of traveling with his family and visited 19 states. He got to dip his feet in the Pacific Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. He loved camping and eagerly fished with both of his grandfathers. His favorite vacation was his Make-A-Wish trip to Orlando, Fla., in October 2012. There he enjoyed staying at Give Kids the World and visiting Disney World and Universal Studios.

Isaac became a true LEGO Master. His LEGO brick collection has over 78,000 bricks, consisting of sets that were gifts from friends, strangers and even from the LEGO company. LEGO was so touched by Isaac's story and building talents that they awarded Isaac the honorary title of Master Model Designer and Builder. Isaac's love of LEGO bricks and ability to build complicated sets while sick inspired young and old alike.

There was, however, so much more to Isaac than LEGO bricks. He was a collector of many things, including rocks that were sent to him from around the world, and treasures, which he stored in a special wooden box. He also loved stories about the triumph of good over evil and was especially drawn to Star Wars, The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings trilogy, Harry Potter and the Chronicles of Narnia. Isaac often commented that, "There are no bad people - people are good on the inside."

Isaac took a stuffed dog with him to his cancer treatments and most days to school. Hugging his furry friends helped him feel better during times when he was scared or missed his mom. After his cancer returned in November many people worked together to bring a real puppy to Isaac's home. Nipper brought many smiles and remarks of, "Aww ... he's so cute" to Isaac's life during Isaac's final months.

Along with his immediate family, Isaac is survived by his grandparents, Wes and Margaret Steiner of Goshen and Ken and Janice Burkholder of Boise, Idaho; great-grandmother Helen Mann of Goshen; aunts and uncles Suzanne and Kraig Roth and Hillary and Nate Bishop; godparents Kris and Peter Gingerich; cousins Austin and Catherine Steward, Juniper, George and Jasmine Bishop and Emma and Andrew Gingerich; as well as many extended family members around the country.

Isaac attended Belmont Mennonite Church in Elkhart from birth. His church family cared deeply for Isaac, and are a changed community by his death.

Isaac was lovingly cared for by his doctors and nurses at Memorial Children's Hospital in South Bend, Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis and Center for Hospice Care in Elkhart. Upon awaking after his first major surgery in June 2011, Isaac told his parents that he could feel "Jesus and His nurses" with him. In this spirit, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be given to the Isaac R. Steiner Scholarship Endowment Fund c/o Goshen College Development Office, 1700 S. Main St., Goshen, IN 46526, which will award scholarships to nursing students in honor of Isaac. Please write "Isaac Steiner Endowment Scholarship" in the memo line of checks.

Family visitation will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 15, 2013, in the Fellowship Hall at College Mennonite Church in Goshen. A memorial service remembering Isaac's life will be at 3 p.m. Saturday, March 16, 2013, at College Mennonite Church, following a private burial. Isaac was a young child and much thought and care have gone into making the visitation and memorial service a special time for children who knew Isaac

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
March 10, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin
and Leon Hertzler

Steria, Elmer James, 96, of San Diego, CA died January 11, 2013 at La Jolla, CA. He was born December 2, 1916 at Kirschnerville, Lewis Co., NY. On November 3, 1943 he was married to Grace Zehr, who was born August 19, 1925 and survives. They were married for 69 years.

Surviving are children, Gary and wife Irene, Calvin, Roberta and husband James, Martha, Paul and wife Mary Ellen, Elmer Jr., and Stephen; his loving grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great great-grandchildren.

Three sons Carl, Herbert and Gabriel and a daughter, Bonnie, preceded him in death.

Elmer was born and raised in Kirschnerville, first of thirteen children, to Joseph and Helena Nafziger Steria. Elmer had many interests from dairying, St. Regis Paper Company, to carpet cleaning, sugaring, antique colleccting/auctions and owning properties while raising his family in New York to California. He not only took pride in his endeavors but truly cherished the friends he made along the way with his work ethics and integrity he became an example for all.

A memorial service was held in San Diego, CA. A service will be held in Croghan, NY in the spring of 2013 at the Croghan Mennonite Church.

Burial in Croghan Mennonite Cemetery, Croghan, Lewis Co., NY.

Submitted by: Sue Boldt, Lowville, NY
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Sterner, Grace C. Heil, 91, of Allentown, PA died January 24, 2013 at the same place. She was born September 28, 1921 at Best Station, PA to Roscoe J. and Minnie M. (Leibold) Heil. She was married to Uriah H. Sterner, who is deceased.

Surviving are children, Janet, Alan, Donna, and Tommy Benner, four grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.

Memorial services were held January 29, 2013 at Trexler Funeral Home, Allentown, PA with burial in Woodlawn MP, Allentown, PA.

Submitted by: Roy Bender, Old Zionsville, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Stockburger, Roger E., 64, of West Unity, OH died April 18, 2013. He was born December 19, 1948 to Claire and Beulah (Stamm) Stockburger.

Surviving are brothers, Ronald (Sheila) Stockburger; and Daryl (Mechelle) Stockburger; and one sister, Carol (Myron) Shenk.

Memorial services were held April 27, 2013 at Lockport Mennonite Church, Stryker, OH.

Submitted by: Barb Crossgrove, Stryker, OH
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Stoll, Mary Helmuth, 91, of Kalona, Washington Co., IA died November 15, 2013 at Iowa City, Johnson Co., Iowa. She was born November 6, 1922 at Mylo, ND to Elmer and Amanda (Graber) Helmuth. On March 30, 1941 she was married to Charles E. Stoll, who is deceased.

Surviving are children, Kenneth (Sharon) Stoll, Elsie (Wilbur) Mast, Judy (Bruce) Roberts, Frank Stoll, Charlotte (Ken) Lewis, and Geneva (Randy) Humble, 17 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.

A granddaughter, April Lewis and three brothers, Ervin, Sylvan and Freddie Helmuth preceded him/her in death.

Memorial services were held November 18, 2013 at Kalona Mennonite Church, Kalona, IA.

Celebration of Life-North Dakota, Friday, November 22, 2013, Lakeview Mennonite Church, Wolford, ND with burial in Lakeview Cemetary, Wolford, ND.

Submitted by: Janice Hostetler, Kalona, IA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Stoltzfus, Anna K. Stoltzfus, 87, of Honey Brook, PA, died Mother's Day, May 12, 2013 surrounded by her family. A wife of the late Gideon S. Stoltzfus, she was also the daughter of John F. and Mary B. Stoltzfus. She was a charter member oof the Pequea Amish Mennonite Church.

Survived by: seven children, Mary Beth married to Mark Thompson, Honey Brook, Ben B. married to Lois (Martin), Honey Brook, Hannah married to Amos Fisher, Ephrata, Leon married to Carolyn (Nissley), New Holland, Becky married to Freeman Yoder, Millington, MD, Mark married to Melody (Stoltzfus) Honey Brook, and Jay married to Bonnie (Yoder), Prospect, VA; 33 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are: five brothers, Henry U., Jacob K., John U., Aaron K. married to Susie, and David K. married to Priscilla; five sisters, Mary married to Sam Ebersol, Lydia, Malinda married to Jonas Stoltzfus, Priscilla married to Christ Stoltzfus, and Sarah married to Eli King.

She was preceded in death by a sister, Katie, and brothers, Amos M. and Ben F. Stoltzfus.

Funeral service was May 15, 2013 at Pequea Amish Mennonite Church, Narvon, PA with interment following in the adjoining cemetery.

Source: Lancaster OnLine
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Stoltzfus, Floyd L., 84, of Loveland, Colorado died April 30, 2013 at the same place. He was born March 14, 1929 a few miles north of Shickley, Nebraska. In 1969 he was married to Lynette Harris, who survives.

Surviving are two sons, Galen and Jim, six grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.

Memorial services were held May 4, 2013 at First Mennonite Church of Denver, Denver, Colorado.

Submitted by: Harlan D. Unrau, Lakewood, Colorado
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Stoltzfus, Floyd L., 84, of Loveland, Colorado died April 30, 2013 at the same place. He was born March 14, 1929 at Shickley, Nebraska. On December 27, 1969 he was married to Lynette Harris, who was born November 29, 1931 and survives. In 1949 Floyd was married to Patricia Swavey; the marriage was dissolved in 1965.

Surviving are two sons, Galen and Jim, six grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.

Memorial services were held May 4, 2013 at First Mennonite Church, Denver, CO with burial in Denver, CO.

Submitted by: Linda Welty, Denver, CO
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Floyd L. Stoltzfus, 84, of Loveland, CO passed away on April 30, 2013. He was born on March 14, 1929 a few miles north of Shickley, NE to William & Mabel Stoltzfus. He was the eldest son of 9 children and spent his childhood years in Nebraska and Pennsylvania. He moved to Colorado in 1955 where he spent the remainder of his years enjoying carpentry, woodworking and traveling with his family.

Floyd is survived by his wife of 43 years, Lynette Stoltzfus. He is also survived by his two sons Galen Stoltzfus and his wife Mary Lou Stoltzfus, of Loveland CO and Jim Stoltzfus of Craig, CO; Floyd was the proud grandfather of six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

A memorial service in celebration of his life will be held at The First Mennonite Church, 430 W 9th Ave, Denver, CO 80204, on Saturday, May 4, 2013 at 11am. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to the Pathways Hospice in honor of Floyd L. Stoltzfus at www.pathways-care.org .

Published in Loveland Reporter-Herald on May 2, 2013
Loveland, CO
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Stoltzfus, Marian B. Smoker, 87, of New Holland, PA died March 19, 2013 at the same place from cerebrovascular disease. She was born January 28, 1926 at Gap, PA to Samuel Z. and Barbara (Beiler) Smoker. She was married to Omar S. Stoltzfus.

Surviving are two daughters, Barbara A. Riehl and Janet L. Metzler (Daniel L.); seven grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, and a brother, John N. (Sara Stoltzfus) Smoker.

A brother, Aaron B. Smoker and a sister, Anna Mary Smoker preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held March 22, 2013 at Garden Spot Village Chapel, New Holland, PA with burial in Maple Grove Mennonite Cemetery, Atglen, PA.

Submitted by: Marilyn Umble, Atglen, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Stoltzfus, Raymond King, 90, died March 23, 2013, at Fairmount Homes in Ephrata, PA. He was the husband of Loretta Jane (Lehman) Stoltzfus of Parkesburg, PA. Raymond was born on a farm in Atglen, son of the late Samuel N. and Anna Mary King Stoltzfus. Raymond was a faithful member of Millwood Mennonite Church.

Survived by his wife Loretta Jane Lehman Stoltzfus, and eight children: Kenneth (Carol) Stoltzfus of Talmage, Raymond (Norma) of Hesston, Kansas, Lorraine of Madison, Wisconsin, Nolan of Parkesburg, Nelson of Parkesburg, Willard (Beth) of Kinzers, Mark of Belleville, Michigan, and Nancy of Parkesburg, and by one sister Mary Stoltzfus of Atglen. He is also survived by twelve grandchildren and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his daughter Julia Mumma, his son Ernest, and 6 siblings: Kathryn Redcay, RuthElla, Alma, John, Melvin, and Herman Stoltzfus.

Funeral service was March 27, 2013 at the Millwood Mennonite Church Gap., PA Interment was in the adjoining cemetery.

Source: Shivery Fumeral Home
Christina/Paradise, PA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Strauss, Blondine J. Jost, 93, of Nappanee, Elkhart County, Indiana died July 24, 2013 at Carmel, Hamilton County, Indiana from Alzheimer's.

She was born September 18, 1919 at Clairmont, Alberta, Canada to Abram R. and Kathryn (Willems) Jost. Abram was born April 8, 1888 and died July 29, 1981. Kathryn was born November 12, 1896 and died February 24, 1982.

On April 16, 1943 at Reedley, California she was married to Lyle Keith Strauss, who was born January 10, 1917 and died March 15, 1983.

Surviving are children, Karen Strauss Nichols and Keith Jerel Strauss (Roberta), two grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and a brother, Erwin Jost.

A brother, Levi Henry Jost (Evelyn) preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held August 17, 2013 at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen, Elkhart County, Indiana with burial in Union Center Cemetery, Nappanee, Indiana.

Submitted by: Karen Nichols, Indianapolis, IN
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Strite, Ethel Showalter, 90, of Harrisonburg, VA died May 15, 2013 at the same place. She was born December 24, 1922 at Broadway, VA to D. H. and Flora Mae (Grove) Showalter. On December 22, 1945 she was married to Lewis E. Strite, who died in 2006.

Surviving are children, L. Gerald Strite (Sharon Moyer Strite), Elaine Strite (John Viste), and Carmen Strite Miller (Edgar Miller); eight grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, two sisters, Kathryn Shank and Doris Trumbo; and two sisters-in-law, Irene Showalter and Joyce Showalter.

Siblings: Carl Showalter, Howard Showalter, Jacob Showalter, Owen Showalter, James E. Showalter, and Mary Emma Eby Showalter preceded her in death.

Ethel earned a degree in Home Economics from Madison College (now James Madison University) and taught in the Home Economics Departments at Bridgewater College and Eastern Mennonite University. Was Sunday School Superintendent, was active in the women's sewing circle, and helped set up the church library at Trissels Mennonite. She volunteered with the Rockingham Memorial Hospital Auxiliary and Western State Hospital. She was a member of Park View Mennonite for 40 years. Enjoyed cooking, entertaining, and needlework.

Memorial services were held May 17, 2013 at Park View Mennonite Church, Harrisonburg, VA with burial in Trissels Mennonite Cemetery, Broadway, VA.

Submitted by: Joanne Gallardo, Harrisonburg, VA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Stuckey, Sadie V. Heishman, 92, of Archbold, Fulton Co., OH, died December 7, 2013 at the same place. She was born August 6, 1921 at Gore, Virginia to Russell and May (Brill) Heishman. She was married to Orville D. Stuckey, who is deceased.

Surviving are children, Jane Stuckey; Terry Stuckey; Randy Stuckey; two grandchildren, great-grandchildren.

Memorial services were held December 11, 2013 at Lockport Mennonite Church, Stryker, Williams Co., OH.

Submitted by: Barb Crossgrove, Stryker, OH
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Sadie V. Stuckey, 92, of Archbold passed away Saturday, Dec. 7, 2013, at Fairlawn Haven Nursing Home in Archbold. She was born Aug. 6, 1921, near Gore, Va., the daughter of the late Russell and May (Brill) Heishman. She married Orville D. "Shorty" Stuckey on Oct. 12, 1944, and he preceded her in death on April 24, 2002.

Sadie's mother passed away when she was 21 months old, and she then was raised by her aunt and uncle, Ira and Damie Heishman, in Harrisonburg, Va. Sadie and her husband lived in Baltimore and worked at a mental hospital from 1944-1946 before moving to Archbold. She was a registered nurse, working in private duty in area hospitals and homes. She volunteered with Red Cross for over 30 years, and at Care and Share, and was an active member of the Lockport Mennonite Church in rural Stryker. She and her husband enjoyed spending winters in Bradenton, Fla.

She is survived by three children, Jane Stuckey of Archbold, Terry Stuckey of Somerset, Mich., and Randy Stuckey of Archbold; two grandchildren, Matthew (Ashley) Stuckey of Elkhart, Ind., and Leah Stuckey of Chicago, Ill.; three cousins (whom she saw as brothers and sisters), Maxine Bowman, Donald Heishman, and Roy Heishman; and three half-siblings, Irvin Heishman, Rhoda Martin, and Carol Parker.

She was also preceded in death by her brother, Roscoe Heishman, and a half-brother, James Heishman.

Memorial services were held Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2013, at Lockport Mennonite Church, with Pastors Gloria Beck and Betty Jo Leichty officiating. Interment preceded in Lockport Cemetery.
The family suggests that memorials be given to Mennonite Central Committee or to a charity of the donor's choice .

Short Funeral Home in Archbold was entrusted with the arrangements.

Published in Fulton County Expositor and
Swanton Enterprise from Dec. 13 to Dec. 14, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Studer, Gerald C., 86, of Lansdale, PA died August 1, 2013 at Rising Sun, MD. He was born January 31, 1927 at Smithville, Wayne Co., Ohio to Martin Gotleib and Edna Lucille (Blough) Studer. On June 16, 1950 he was married to Marilyn Kreider, who was born March 2, 1930 and died September 12, 2003.

Surviving are two daughters, Jerri Longacre and husband Glen; and Maria Fluck and husband Robert; three grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and a brother, Robert Studer.

Gerald was a MCUSA Pastor for more than 50 years serving Pleasant Hill Mennonite Church (OH), Smithville Mennonite Church (OH), Scottdale Mennonite (PA) and Plains Mennonite (PA) as well as Atlantic Coast Conference Minister (1990-1994). Gerald wrote numerous book reviews and two books: Christopher Dock Colonial School Master, and After Death, What?

Memorial services were held August 7, 2013 at Plains Mennonite Church, Hatfield, Montgomery Co., PA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

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

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Studer, Gerald C., 86, Rising Sun, Md., Formerly of Lansdale, PA died Aug. 1, 2013 and went to his heavenly home. Born Jan. 31, 1927, in Smithville, Ohio, he was a son of the late Martin Gottleib and Edna Lucille (Blough) Studer. He was the husband of the late Marilyn (Kreider) Studer, who passed away Sept. 12, 2003.

He was known as Pastor Studer he served as pastor at Pleasant Hill Mennonite Church, Ohio, Smithville Mennonite Church, Ohio, Scottdale Mennonite Church and Plains Mennonite Church, Lansdale, from 1973 to 1990, and then as Conference Minister of the Atlantic Coast from 1990 to 1994. He also served as overseer to various congregations in the Franconia Conference. While living in Lansdale, he served as president of the board of trustees of Christopher Dock Mennonite High School. Pastor Studer was a published author who wrote on various church-related subjects. He also donated his Bible collection, one that exceeds 5,000 volumes, to the Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminaries in Elkhart, Ind., where The Studer Bible Collection will be on permanent display.

Survived by two daughters, Jerri L. Longacre and her husband, Glen, of Port Deposit, Md., and Maria A. Fluck and her husband, Robert, of Harleysville; three grandchildren, Ruthanna Longacre, Tiffany DiDomenico and Anthony DiDomenico; five great-grandchildren; and a brother, Robert W. Studer, of Smithville, Ohio.

A celebration of life was August 7, 2013 at Plains Mennonite Church, Hatfield, Pa. Burial is in the adjoining cemetery.

Source: TribLive.com Pittsburgh, PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Stutzman, Dortha J. Yoder, 98, of Wellman, IA died October 20, 2013 at the same place. She was born October 24, 1914 at Kalona, IA to Jephthah and Mary (Kauffman) Yoder. On October 11, 1947 at Jewelsburg, Colorado she was married to Ammon Stutzman, who is deceased.

Surviving are children, Dale (Joanne) Stutzman, Fern Harbage, Twila Claeys, Neva (Kenneth) Frey, and foster daughter Josephine (Roy) Frost; 14 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren.

An infant son and siblings, Ernest Yoder, Homer Yoder, Fannie Yoder, and Lydia Yoder preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held October 23, 2013 at Powell Funeral Home, Wellman, IA with burial in Wellman Mennonite Church Cemetery, Wellman, IA.

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

Stutzman, Esther Graber
Oct. 21, 1946-June 13, 2013

BRONSON, Mich. - Esther (Graber) Stutzman, 66, of 852 George Road, died peacefully on Thursday.

She was born in Elkhart, Ind., Oct. 21, 1946 to Ora and Fanny (Yoder) Graber.

On April 4, 1968, she married Levi Stutzman Jr. They were married for 45 years.

She was a member of the Old Order Amish Church.

She is survived by her husband, Levi; five sons, Paul and Emma, David and Freda, John and Christina and Melvin and Barbara, all of Bronson, and Aden, at home; six daughters, Ruth and Matthew Keim, Yoder, Kan., Miriam and Sam Wickey, Fanny and Mark Wickey, Martha and Samuel Bontrager, Susan and Edna, all of Bronson; brother, John Graber of Ecuador; sister, Edna and David Miller of Cisne, Ill.; and sister-in-law, Anne B. Graber of Richmond, Texas; uncle, Herman Yoder, Nappanee, Ind.; and two aunts, Edna Yoder, Fredrickstown, Ohio, and Annie Miller, Goshen, Ind. She had 45 grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her father, Ora A. Graber, who died in 2006; mother, Fanny (Yoder) Graber, who died in 2011; brother, David Graber, who died in 1992; and a stillborn sister.

Visitation will take place at the Paul Stutzman residence, 878 George Road, Bronson, Saturday and Sunday afternoon.

Funeral services will begin at 9 a.m. Monday at the David Stutzman residence, 812 George Road, Bronson.

Burial will follow at Naylor Cemetery in LaGrange County, Ind.

Arrangements are being handled by Dutcher-Kolcz Funeral Home, Bronson, www.dutcherfh.com.

The Goshen News, Goshen, IN
June 14, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Stutzman, Eugene "Gene"

Feb. 17, 1938 - May 20, 2013

KENDALLVILLE - Eugene "Gene" Stutzman, 75, of Kendallville, died Monday, May 20, 2013, at home.

He was born Feb. 17, 1938, in Marshall County to the late Raymond and Katie (Yoder) Stutzman. On April 26, 1958, in Goshen, he married Shirley A. Shaum.

His wife; children Kim (Mark) Shearer and Lyn (Lisa) Stutzman; grandchildren Lynsey (Andy Hurley) Shearer, Karissa (Michael) Estleman and Bradley (Beth) Stutzman; great-grandchildren Kyrie Hurley, Elliot Estleman and one due in October; and siblings Viola (Ben) Kaiser of Milford, Fern (Lowell) Maust of Goshen and Edwin (Betty), Ralph (Marilyn) and Robert (Verna) Stutzman survive. His son, Kent Eugene Stutzman; and brother, Raymond Stutzman Jr.; preceded him in death.

Visitation will be from 2 to 5 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 23, 2013, at Young Family Funeral Home, Kendallville Chapel. A Celebration of Life Service will be at 2 p.m. Friday, May 24, 2013, at North Main Street Mennonite Church, Nappanee. Pastor Lyn Stutzman will officiate. Burial will be in Yellow Creek Mennonite Cemetery.

Preferred memorials are to Community Fellowship of Topeka, P.O. Box 22, Topeka, IN 46571.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
May 23, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Stutzman, W. Dale
Dec. 22, 1925 - Nov. 24, 2013

GOSHEN - W. Dale Stutzman, 87, passed peacefully from this life Sunday evening, Nov. 24, 2013, in his home after a five-month illness.

He was born Dec. 22, 1925, in Sugar Creek, Ohio, to Abraham and Martha (Miller) Stutzman.

On June 19, 1948, he married Ethel Miller in Wissenbourg, France.

She survives along with three children, Carmen Thompson of Mishawaka, Rose Baldridge of Goshen and Dexter (Cindi) Stutzman of Asheville, N.C.; six grandchildren, Lindsey and Dylan Stutzman, Breanna (Mike) Sauerwein and Maggie, Colin and Tyrel Baldridge; and two great-grandchildren, Mollie and Beckett Sauerwein.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, Richard and Edward Stutzman.

He was a very involved and loving husband, father and grandfather; he will be missed by his family.

Mr. Stutzman served with Civilian Public Service for two years and then with Mennonite Central Committee for another two years. An educator, he worked in both Middlebury and Westview school systems as a teacher and administrator. His heart was at Amigo Centre, where he has played an integral part since its beginning. Across many years he volunteered in many different capacities at the camp. It was his vision that started the camp's outdoor education program.

Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 29, 2013, in the Gathering Room at College Mennonite Church. In accordance with Dale's wishes, cremation will take place at Yoder-Culp Crematory. An 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 30, 2013, memorial service will be conducted at the church.

Memorial contributions may be given to Amigo Centre.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Nov. 26, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Stutzman, W. Dale, 87, of Goshen, Elkhart Co., Indiana died November 24, 2013 at the same place. He was born December 22, 1925 at Sugar Creek, Ohio to Abraham and Martha (Miller) Stutzman. On June 19, 1948 at Wissembourg, France he was married to Ethel Miller.

Surviving are children, Carmen Thompson, Rose Baldridge, Dexter (Cindi) Stutzman; six grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

Two brothers, Richard and Edward Stutzman preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held November 30, 2013 at College Mennonite Church Goshen Indiana. He was cremated.

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

Styer, Kathryn Z. Burkholder, 93, of Brownstown, passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2013, at the Reading Hospital.

She was born in West Earl to the late Jacob and Elizabeth (Zimmerman) Burkholder.

Kathryn is survived by 3 children, Gerald L., husband of Marjorie Styer of Browns-town, Gary R., husband of Tammy Styer of Reinholds, Kay Y., wife of Ernest Youndt of Mohnton; 8 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; 3 brothers, Leon, wife of Pat Burkholder, Walter Burkholder, Abram, husband of Jane Burkholder.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 6 brothers, Jacob Burkholder Jr., Paul Burkholder, Willis Burkholder, Leroy Burkholder, Harold Burkholder, Carl Burkholder; 3 sisters, Suie Bowman, Mary Herr and Edna Hoffner.

A visitation will be held on Monday, June 3, from 9:30 to 10 a.m. at the Stradling Funeral Home, 30 N. 9th St., Akron, followed by a memorial service at 10 a.m. Interment will take place in the Metzler Mennonite Cemetery.

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

Intelligencer Journal - 5/31/2013
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by Robert Fish

Summer, Ethel B.

June 10, 1921 - May 1, 2013

GOSHEN - Ethel B. Summer, 91, died Wednesday evening, May 1, 2013, of natural causes at Gables of Greencroft Goshen Healthcare, where she had been the past two weeks.

She was born June 10, 1921, in Manson, Iowa, to Chris and Barbara (Zehr) Summer.

A local resident since 1962, she was a factory inspector at NIBCO and also worked at Goshen Case.

She was a member at North Goshen Mennonite Church.

She is survived by a brother, Chris (Betty) Summer Jr. of Littleton, Colo., and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Milo, Milton, and Dan Summer; and a sister, Luella Summer.

Friends may call from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, May 5, 2013, at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home.

There will be a private family burial Monday, May 6, 2013, in Elkhart Prairie followed by a memorial service at 11 a.m. at North Goshen Mennonite Church, led by Pastor Mark Schloneger.

Memorial donations may be directed to North Goshen Mennonite Church or Mennonite Mission Network.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
May 3, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Suter, Phyllis M. Sprunger, 88, died Aug. 22, 2013 at St. Rita's Medical Center, Lima. She was born Nov. 1, 1924 in Berne, Ind.. to Albert and Elma (Welty) Sprunger. On June 18, 1950, she married Dwight Suter and he died March 7, 1997. She was a member of Grace Mennonite Church, Pandora, OH.

Survivors include two daughters Martha (John) Martens of Middlebury, Ind., Joanna Suter of Columbus, Ohio; two sons Robert L. (Joyce) Suter of Pandora; William (Donna) Suter of Pandora; five grandchildren; a brother Orlando Sprunger of Berne, Ind.; and a sister Marguerite Wiebe of Visalia, California.

She was preceded in death by three sisters Lucretia Sprunger, Celia Hilty and Winifred Gerber.

A Memorial Service August 24, 2013 at Grace Mennonite Church, Pandora. Rev. Dennis Schmidt officiating.

Source: Bluffton ICON
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Swartley, Miriam Landis

Dec. 5, 1915 - Jan. 16, 2013

GOSHEN - Miriam Swartley, 97, died peacefully Wednesday morning, Jan. 16, 2013, surrounded by much of her family.

She was born in Mainland, Pa., on Dec. 5, 1915, to Allen M. and Mattie Kulp Landis.

On Oct. 23, 1943, she married G. Merrill Swartley at the home of her parents, with her brother, Abram Landis, officiating.

After marriage she joined Merrill, who was serving in a CPS unit hospital in Rhode Island. Later they lived in Souderton, Pa., where their three children were born. They moved to Goshen in 1953. Merrill died in January 2003.

Miriam attended Souderton High School, Eastern Mennonite College, Harrisonburg, Va., and Hesston College, Hesston, Kan. She was a pioneer in the Franconia Mennonite Conference Rural Area Mission, teaching and working with children and families.

While Miriam was a homemaker whose primary work was the care of her family and friends, she also took various jobs when her children were in high school and older to help Merrill attain his undergraduate and graduate degrees in music and education.

She enjoyed listening to classical music, writing and reading. She was a hospitable and loving person who cared deeply for her family and friends and had empathy for people she encountered every day of her life.

She was a member of College Mennonite Church.

Miriam is survived by her children, Alan (Bonnie) Swartley, Barbara Swartley (Wilma Harder) and David Swartley; daughter-in-law Jane Luke; eight grandchildren, Laura Swartley (Darryn Lavery), Theresa (Michael) Coppa, Shelly (Steve) Fidler, Christina (Matt) Clauss, Kevin Stark, Scott (Amy) Stark, Christopher Swartley (Chelsea Hartwick) and Anne Swartley; 10 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; three sisters-in-law; and many loving nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by a sister, Verna K. McDonald; five brothers, Marvin K., Abram K., Allen K., Ernest K. and infant Henry K. Landis; two nephews; and a niece.

Friends may call from 2 to 5 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 21, 2013, in the Koinonia Room at College Mennonite Church. An 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2013, memorial service will be conducted at College Mennonite Church. Pastor Pamela Yoder will officiate. Burial in Violett Cemetery will precede the memorial service.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Choral Music Department at Goshen High School.

Yoder-Culp Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Jan. 18, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Swartley, Miriam K. Landis, 97, of Goshen, Elkhart Co., Indiana died January 16, 2013 at the same place. She was born December 5, 1915 at Mainland, PA to Allen M. and Mattie (Kulp) Landis. On October 23, 1943 in PA she was married to G. Merrill Swartley, who died January 2003.

Surviving are children, Alan (Bonnie) Swartley; Barbara (Wilma Harder) Swartley; David Swartley; and daughter-in-law Jane Luke; eight grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren.

Her siblings, Verna K. McDonald, Marvin K., Abram K., Allen K., Ernest K. and Henry K. Landis preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held January 22, 2013 at College Mennonite Church, Goshen, IN with burial in Violett Cemetery, Goshen, Indiana.

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

Swartzendruber, Alda Burkey, 97, of Newton, KS, formerly of Kalona, IA died Thursday, June 27 [2013] at the Schowalter Villa in Hesston, KS. She was born February 8, 1916 in Beaver Crossing, NE to Arthur and Amanda Stutzman Burkey. Alda and Lloyd Swartzendruber were united in marriage in the family home in Seward County, Nebraska on August 12, 1938. She belonged to the West Union Mennonite Church and Women's Mennonite Society.

Survivied by two children and spouses; Rosie and husband Bob Roberson of Newton, KS and Arthur and wife Ethel Swartzendruber of Kokomo, IN. Also surviving are five grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild, one brother Marlin and wife Marge Burkey of Seward, NE, two sisters, Lorreta and husband Roy Wolfer of Milford, NE and Leann Miller of York, NE.

Alda was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Lloyd (2007) two brothers, Lawrence and Perry and one sister, Verda White.

Celebration of life services was July 2, 2013 at 11:00 AM at the West Union Mennonite Church, rural Parnell, IA. Committal service was prior to service at 10:00 AM in the West Union Cemetery, rural Parnell.

Source: Beatty& Peterseim Funeral Service
Kalona, Wayland,Washington, IA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Swartzendruber, Carolyn E. Martin
May 8, 1936 - Dec. 4, 2013

GOSHEN - Carolyn E. Swartzendruber 77, died Wednesday afternoon, Dec. 4, 2013, at Courtyard Healthcare after an extended illness.

She was born May, 8, 1936, in Dalton, Ohio, to Phares D. and Magdalena (Miller) Martin. On Nov. 19, 1966, she married Sanford C. Swartzendruber in Rittman, Ohio.

He survives along with two sons, Calvin F. (Karen) Swartzendruber of Goshen and Philip C. (Marie Ammerman) Swartzendruber of Seattle; six grandchildren, Logan, Madison, Michaela, and Emily, all of Goshen, and Evan and Sophie, both of Seattle; three sisters, Velma Souder of Telford, Pa., Grace Martin of Orrville, Ohio, and Lois (Dennis) Zimmerly of Sterling, Ohio; and two brothers, Ralph (Betty) Martin of Goshen and P. Wesley (Mary Ellen) Martin of Orrville, Ohio.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Alice Martin.

Carolyn was a 1955 graduate of Eastern Mennonite High School in Harrisonburg, Va., a 1959 graduate of Goshen College and member of College Mennonite Church.

She worked as a registered nurse at Goshen General Hospital, Greencroft Healthcare and Maple City Health Care. Along with her husband, Sandy, she was co-owner and bookkeeper at Precision Audio Inc.

Carolyn had a wide variety of interests including biking, cross-country skiing and gardening.

Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 12, 2013, in the Koinonia Room at College Mennonite Church. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec.13, 2013, at the church. Pastor Pamela Yoder will officiate.

Memorial contributions may be given to College Mennonite Church.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Dec. 9, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Swartzendruber, Carolyn E. Martin, 77, of Goshen, IN, died December 4, 2013 at the same place. She was born May 8, 1936 at Dalton, Wayne Co., OH to Phares D. and Magdalena (Miller) Martin. On November 19, 1966 at Rittman, OH she was married to Sanford C. Swartzendruber, who survives.

Surviving are two sons, Calvin (Karen), and Philip C. (Marie Ammerman), six grandchildren, three sisters, Velma Souder, Grace Martin, and Lois (Dennis) Zimmerly, and two brothers, Ralph (Betty) Martin, and P. Wesley (Mary Ellen) Martin.

A sister, Alice Martin preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held December 13, 2013 at College Mennonite Church, Goshen, IN with scattering in CMC Memorial Garden, Goshen, IN.

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

Swartzendruber, Edith Ruby, 88, of Pigeon, MI died September 8, 2013 at the same place. She was born August 16, 1925 at Thurman, CO to Aaron and Catherine (Schwartzentruber) Ruby. On May 20, 1950 at Pigeon, MI she was married to Leon W. Swartzendruber, who is deceased.

Surviving are children, Ronald (Sara), Evelyn (John) Weier, and Roger (Kristina); eight grandchildren, and ten great-grandchildren.

Two sisters, Emma Riemenschneider, and Marie Ruby, and two brothers, Walt Ruby, and Joe Ruby preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held September, 14 2013 at Michigan Avenue Mennonite Church, Pigeon, MI with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Scot Wilson, Pigeon, MI
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Swartzentruber, Bertha M.
Nov. 24, 1927 - Dec. 3, 2013

GOSHEN - Bertha M. Swartzentruber, 86, of Goshen, died at 5:55 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2013, at Courtyard of Goshen.

She was born Nov. 24, 1927, in Hydro, Okla., to the late Menno and Esther (Stutzman) Swartzentruber.

She moved to Goshen from Sarasota, Fla., 10 years ago.

Survivors include her sisters, Dema (Andrew) Chupp of McMinnville, Ore., and Ruth Troyer, Naomi Swartz and Irene (Harold) Shearer, all of Sarasota.

She was predeceased by a sister, Mattie Garver, and brothers Enos Swartzentruber, Elmer Swartzentruber, Norman Swartzentruber, Valentine Swartzentruber and Menno Swartzentruber Jr.

Visitation will be after 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6, 2013, at Paul Schmucker's home, 14542 C.R. 34, Goshen. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, 2013, also at Paul Schmucker's home. Services will be conducted by Bishop Simon Schmucker and home ministers. Burial will be in Miller Cemetery, Goshen.

Arrangements are being handled by Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Dec. 5, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Swartzentruber, Junior A. [Abner], 79, of Millersburg, OH, died August 11, 2013 at Aultman Hospital in Canton, OH. He was born June 20, 1934 in Holmes Co., OH. to Abner and Elizabeth (Hershberger) Swartzentruber and married Fannie Raber on June 7, 1953. She survives. He was a member of Mennonite Christian Assembly in Fredericksburg, OH.

Survived by his wife Fannie, and children, Gladys (Dennis) Miller of Millersburg, Lonnie (Cindy) Swartzentruber of Dover and Gloria (Rick) Thompson of St. Peters, MO; grandchildren, Brooke Miller, Bryan Miller, Amber (Reuben) Miller, Travis (Jamie) Swartzentruber, Trey (Amy) Thompson, Brent (Emily) Thompson and Brittany Thompson; a great grandson, Kai Miller; a sister, Viola Barkman; a brother, Ivan Swartzentruber of Orrville.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Tamara Miller; sisters, Erma Stutzman and Verna Weaver; and brothers, Raymond, Alvin, Eli and Orion Swartzentruber.

Funeral service was August 15, 2013 at the Pleasant View Mennonite Church, Millersburg, with Pastor Jeremy Miller officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

Source: Spidell Funeral Home Mount Eaton, OH
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Swartzentruber, Mary M., 81, of Springs, PA died March 15, 2013 at Grantsville, Garrett Co., MD. She was born February 16, 1932 at Norfolk, VA to Jabob B. and Fannie (Kinsinger) Swartzentruber.

Surviving is a brother, Crist Swartzentruber.

Two sisters, Nancy J. Swartzentruber and Sarah J. Tice, preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held March 17, 2013 at Springs Mennonite Church, Springs, Somerset Co., PA with burial in Springs Cemetery, Springs, PA.

Submitted by: Felicia Maust, Springs, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Sweigart, Gladys A. Stoltzfus, 92, of New Holland, Lancaster Co., PA died May 11, 2013 at the same place. She was born May 10, 1922 at Leacock Twp., Lancaster Co., PA to Jacob S. and Rebecca K. Stoltzfus. She was married to Melvin G. Sweigart, who died June 10, 2012.

Surviving are children, Philip B. Sweigart (Karen Landis); Dirk M. Sweigart; Rebecca K. Boyer; and Jon M. Sweigart (Lisa Britton); five grandchildren, one brother, Ezra K. Stoltzfus; and three sisters, Della A. Stoltzfus; Violet Sollenberger; and Anna E. Weaver.

Two brothers, Norman J. Stoltzfus and Roy A. Stoltzfus preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held May 17, 2013 at Forest Hills Mennonite Church, Leola, Lancaster Co., PA with burial in Eby Cemetery, Leola, PA.

Submitted by: Norma Stauffer, Leola, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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