Lazarus Project 2014 M1

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.

2014 M1

Mack, Mary K., 100, of Souderton, PA entered into rest on Wednesday, April 9, 2014 at Souderton Mennonite Homes. She was born December 22, 1913 in Yerkes, PA to Elmer & Sallie (Kratz) Mack. She was an active member of Providence Mennonite Church where she formerly taught Sunday school. In 2006, Mary became an associate member of the Souderton Mennonite Homes Fellowship. She served as a short-term mission worker in Tampa, Florida.

She is survived by three nieces, Mary Lois Hoskins of Denver, CO, Lucille Stoltzfus & husband, Andrew of Morgantown, PA and Elsie Mast & husband, Wesley of Lancaster, PA.

In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by a brother, Noah K. Mack and a sister-in-law, Muriel (Taylor) Mack.

A funeral service was, April 15, 2014 at 10:30 am at Souderton Mennonite Homes, , Souderton, PA., Burial was at Providence Mennonite Cemetery, Collegeville Montgomery Co., PA.

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

Mann, Helen C. Ebersole, 104, of Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN died February 25, 2014 at the same place. She was born February 15, 1910 at Cheraw, Colorado to Edwin and Mary (Bennett) Ebersole. On August 19, 1930 at Elkhart, IN she was married to Clifford E. Mann, who died May 1, 1994.

Surviving are children, Lois Eberly; Margaret (Wes) Steiner; Jean (Cal) Mann-Graber (daughter-in-law); and Laurie Hesed (daughter-in-law); twelve grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, five great-great-grandchildren.

Three sons, John Mann, Robert James Mann; and Larry Hesed; siblings, Ardis Hostetler, Ruth Glick, Clarence Ebersole, and Allen Ebersole and great-grandson, Isaac Steiner preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held February 28, 2014 at Waterford Mennonite Church, Goshen, IN.

Submitted by: Heidi King, Goshen, IN
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Helen C. Mann

Feb. 15, 1910 - Feb. 25, 2014
GOSHEN - Helen C. Mann, 104, passed away early Tuesday morning, Feb. 25, at Greencroft Healthcare Goshen.

She was born Feb. 15, 1910, in Cheraw, Colo., to Edwin and Mary (Bennett) Ebersole.

On Aug. 19, 1930, in Elkhart, she married Clifford E. Mann. He died May 1, 1994.

Surviving are two daughters, Lois Eberly of Fort Wayne and Margaret (Wes) Steiner of Goshen; two daughters-in-law, Jean (Cal) Mann-Graber of Goshen, and Laurie Hesed of Newton, Kan.; 12 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by three sons, John and Robert James Mann and Larry Hesed; a great-grandson, Isaac Steiner; two sisters, Ardis Hostetler and Ruth Glick; and two brothers, Clarence and Allen Ebersole.

A long-time Elkhart area resident, Mrs. Mann was a homemaker and worked for a time at Mennonite Mutual Aid. She was a member at Waterford Mennonite Church, Goshen, and a past member at Prairie Street Mennonite and Belmont Mennonite Churches, Elkhart.

Friends may call from 3 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27, in the Meetinghouse at Greencroft Goshen. An 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 28, memorial service will be at Waterford Mennonite Church. Pastors Velma Swartz and Neil Amstutz will officiate. A private family burial will take place in Prairie Street Cemetery, Elkhart.

Memorial contributions may be made to Mennonite Central Committee or Greencroft Foundation.

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

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Feb. 26, 2014
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Martin, Aaron I., 94, of Ephrata, passed away on Sunday, December 28, 2014, in Shippensburg, PA.

He was born in Earl Township to the late John Jacob and Lydia Ann (Weaver) Martin and was the husband of the late Lizzie (Zimmerman) Martin.

Aaron was a member of the Conestoga Mennonite Church, Groffdale Conference.

He is survived by 6 sons, John Z., husband of Alta (Nolt) Martin of Shippensburg, Aaron I., husband of Miriam (Oberholtzer) Martin of Walnut Bottom, Weaver Z., husband of Mary (Hoover) Martin of Newville, Ammon Z., husband of Mary Anna (Sauder) Martin of Thorp, WI, Allen Z., husband of Arlene (Hoover) Martin of Shippensburg, Mahlon Z., husband of Arlene (Nolt) Martin of Ephrata; 4 daughters, Anna, wife of Isaac S. Nolt of New Holland, Lydia, wife of Esra Zimmerman of Mifflinburg, Ruth, wife of Weaver G. Burkholder of Walnut Bottom, Lucy, wife of Raymond Newswanger of Shippensburg; 88 grandchildren; 163 great-grandchildren; 66 step-grandchildren.

In addition to his wife and parents, he is preceded in death by a son, Edwin, husband of Leah (Zimmerman) Martin of OH; 9 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; 5 brothers and 4 sisters.

A viewing will take place on Wednesday, December 31, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., at the late residence, 305 Goods Rd., Ephrata. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 1, at 9 a.m., at the late residence, with further services at 9:30 a.m., at the Conestoga Mennonite Church, Groffdale Conference. Interment will take place in the adjoining church cemetery.

Kindly omit flowers.

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

Intelligencer Journal - 12/30/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Alice Wideman, 80 of Elmira, Ont. Died April 27, 2014 at her home. Alice was the wife of the Robert L. Martin he died 2012. She was a active member Bethel Mennonite Fellowship, Flora, Ont.

Survived by her children: Brenda (Lloyd) Martin, Chester (Sharon) Martin, Rob (Marilyn) Martin, Gwen (Vidya) Narimalla and Brad (Leigh) Martin; 13 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Alice is also survived by her stepmother, Florence Wideman and siblings, Elaine (Alvin) Hershberger, Elroy (Ruby) Wideman, Beulah (Mel) Gerber, Reta (Rudy) Derksen, Eva (Norm) Woodard, Clifford (Joanne) Wideman, Maynard (Sue) Wideman, Stuart (Diane) Wideman and Marilyn Wideman.

Alice is predeceased by her husband Robert (2012) and infant son Rodney (1960), infant grandson (1990), her parents Aaron Wideman (1978) and Maria (Bauman) Wideman (1935), stepmother Lucinda (Martin) Wideman (1945) and brother Leonard Wideman (1932).

Interment will take place in Bethel Mennonite Cemetery on Thursday, May 1 at 10:30 a.m. followed by a Memorial Service, to celebrate Alice's life, at 11 a.m.

Source: Dreisinger Funeral Home Elmira, OT Canada
By: Leon Hertzler

Martin, Alma Mae Weaver
(January 30, 1919 - July 14, 2014)

Moundridge - Alma Mae Martin, 95, passed away July 14, 2014 at the Moundridge Manor. Alma was born Jan. 30, 1919 in Columbiana, Ohio to Edwin and Lena Wenger Weaver. She spent her childhood years on a farm in eastern Ohio.

She married Daniel Lloyd Martin on Feb. 22, 1929. In their later years, they lived in Pennsylvania and Brazil, moving to Moundridge in 1992. Daniel passed away in 1995 after 56 years of marriage. As her health failed, she moved to the Moundridge Manor in 2012. She was a member of Gospel Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, Moundridge.

Survivors include a daughter, Mary Esther (Dean) Unruh, Halstead; sons, Paul, Magee Valley, NC, Daniel (Betty) El Campo, Texas, Howard (Mary Ann) Okolona, Miss, Phillip (Alfrieda) Goais, Brazil; brother, Howard Weaver, Middleburg, PA; sisters, Sara Weaver, Columbiana, Ohio, Mary Ellen Eberly, Orrville, Ohio, Anna Catherine Reesor, Ontario, Canada; 15 grandchildren and 40 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel, one infant son, 2 brothers and 1 sister.

Visitation with family present will be Friday from 6:30 p.m. until sharing time at 7:30 a.m. at the Gospel Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, Moundridge. Funeral service and committal will be Kidron, Ohio on Monday.

Moundridge Funeral Home
Moundridge, KS
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Martin, Alvin Horst

The death of Alvin Horst Martin, age 56 years, of Waldheim, Sask. Canada, occurred at the Mennonite Nursing Home, Rosthern, Sask. on July 2, 2014.

He is survived by his wife, Grace; 4 sons, Nathan (Lynnette) and their children, Abigail, Hannah and Levi; Matthew (Belinda); Ryan and Benjamin, and his mother Barbara Horst Martin. Also surviving are 5 brothers, Harvey (Ruth); Aaron (Verna); Ivan (Mary Kathryn); Lawrence (Ruth); Ervin (Eva) and 4 sisters, Mary Nolt (Raymond); Eva Zimmerman (Reuben); Esther Weaver (John) and Ruth Ann Horst (David), a sister-in-law Louella Martin (Nelson).

He was predeceased by his father Ivan Z. Martin and a brother Norman. The Funeral and interment will take place in Canada on July 8, 2014.

Intelligencer Journal - 7/7/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

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Martin, Alvin, age 56 of Waldheim, Sk., died July 2, 2014 at the Mennonite Nursing Home, Rosthern, SK. He was born April 18, 1958 to Ivan Z & Barbara Martin.

He is survived by his wife, Grace; 4 sons, Nathan (Lynnette) and their children, Abigail, Hannah and Levi; Matthew (Belinda); Ryan and Benjamin, and his mother Barbara Martin.

He was predeceased by his father Ivan Z. Martin and a brother Norman Martin.

The Funeral Service was July 8, 2014 at Waldheim Mennonite Brethren Church. Interment was at Brotherfield Cemetery Waldheim, SK

Source: Funk's Funeral Home, Rosthern, SK.
By: Leon Hertzler

Martin, Alvin Landis, 93, of Harrisonburg, formerly of Ephrata, Pa., passed away June 15, 2014, at his home. Alvin was born Dec. 17, 1920, in Lancaster County, Pa., and was a son of the late Amos Oberholtzer and Annie Graybill Landis Martin.

Alvin retired after 30 years as a press operator for New Holland Machine Company in New Holland, Pa. He and Dorothy retired to Harrisonburg, where he was a member of Sunrise Church of the Brethren and Gideons International.

Alvin is survived by his wife, Dorothy Grace Martin; his son, Larry Martin and wife, Gail, of Harrisonburg; four brothers, Melvin Martin, Amos Martin and Elam Martin, all of Lancaster County, Pa., and Lloyd Martin of Missouri; one sister, Nora Hoover of Lancaster County, Pa.; two grandchildren, Farrah Koogler and husband, Barry, and Benjamin R. Martin and wife, Jennifer; and four great-granddaughters, Halle Koogler, Annabeth Koogler, Sadee Koogler and Chloe Martin, all of Mount Crawford.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Clyde, Marvin and Norman Martin; and one sister, Annie Weaver.

A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 21, 2014, at the Kyger Funeral Home Chapel in Harrisonburg with Pastor Phil Kanagy officiating. Burial will follow at Weavers Church Cemetery in Harrisonburg.

Daily News Record - 6/18/2014
Harrisonburg, VA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Amanda Martin
April 9, 1946 - Sept. 15, 2014

GOSHEN - Amanda Martin, 68, of Goshen, passed away at 6:18 p.m. Monday, Sept. 15, in her home after suffering from dementia.

She was born April 9, 1946, in Goshen to Amos K. and Lydia (Martin) Martin.

As a youth, she accepted Christ, and at age 15 she joined Yellow Creek Wisler Mennonite Church where she faithfully served the Lord.

She married Carl B. Martin on Sept. 6, 1964, in Elkhart County. He survives.

Also surviving are six children, Larry (Donna) Martin, Kevin (Rachel) Martin, Craig Martin and Beverly Martin, all of Goshen, Jane (Curtis) Martin of Nappanee and Andrea (Son) Ramer of Goshen; five sisters, JoAnn (Elam) Rutt of Ephrata, Pa., Elsie (Robert) Martin of Snover, Mich., Mary (Elvin) Shaum of Leetonia, Ohio, and Lydia Zimmerman and Gloria Martin, both of Middlebury; three brothers, Alvin (Naomi) Martin of Decker, Mich., Lloyd (Nila) Martin of Nappanee and Gregg (Irene) Martin of Columbiana, Ohio; and 15 grandchildren, Alyssa, Cameron, Weston, Brendan, Jamin, Kendric, Tristan, Derrick, Tyler, Kyran, Angela, Marita, Wyatt and Jesse Martin and Whitney Ramer.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Amos Martin Jr. at 22 years old, and two grandchildren, Tamela Rose Martin at seven weeks old and Terrill Dean Martin at 12 weeks old.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17, and from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 18, at Rieth-Rohrer-Ehret-Lienhart Funeral Home, 117 W. Waterford St., Wakarusa. A service will be 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 19, at Yellow Creek Wisler Mennonite Church in Goshen. Home Ministry will officiate. Burial will be in Yellow Creek Frame Cemetery.

Online condolences may be sent at www.rrefh.com

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Sept. 17, 2014
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Martin, Amos L., 89, a resident of Landis Homes, Lititz, PA, formerly of Ephrata, PA, passed away on Monday, November 10, 2014. Amos was married to the late Vera (Stahl) Martin for 26 years before she passed away on May 20, 1984. His second wife, the late F. Eleanor (Weaver) Martin, passed away November 21, 2013 after she and Amos had celebrated 27 years of marriage.

Born in Ephrata Township, Amos was a son of the late Amos O. and Annie G. (Landis) Martin. He was a member of Hinkletown Mennonite Church and worked as a Kitchen Cabinet Installer for Rutt Custom Kitchens retiring in 1988.

Amos is survived by two sons, Robert C. Martin of Ephrata, PA and Barry L. Martin, husband of Ruth, of Akron, PA; one stepdaughter, Sheryl, wife of Melvin Houck of Narvon, PA; one stepson, Earl E. Weaver, husband of Barbara, of Manheim, PA; three grandchildren, four step-grandchildren, three great-granddaughters, two step-great-granddaughters; one sister, Nora Hoover of Ephrata, PA; and three brothers, Melvin Martin, husband of Dorothy, of Terre Hill, PA, Elam Martin, husband of Catherine, of Narvon, PA, and Lloyd Martin, husband of Anna Mary, of Memphis, MO.

In addition to his wives and parents, Amos was preceded in death by one sister, Annie Weaver, and four brothers, Norman, Alvin, Marvin, and Clyde Martin.

Friends will be received at Paul L. Gravenor Home For Funerals, 100 W. Main St., Ephrata, PA from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, November 12, and at Hinkletown Mennonite Church, 2031 Division Hwy., Ephrata Township, PA 17522 from 10-11 a.m. on Thursday, November 13. Funeral services will begin at 11 a.m. on Thursday at the church with the Rev. Glenn Sauder officiating. Place of interment will be the adjoining church cemetery.

Donations in Amos' memory may be made to the American Diabetes Association.

Intelligencer Journal - 11/11/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Anna S. Martin

SELINSGROVE - Anna S. Martin, 85, of Selinsgrove, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday morning, Aug. 6, 2014, at The Manor at Penn Village, Selinsgrove.

Anna was born on May 20, 1929, in Penn Township, Snyder County, a daughter of the late Enos S. and Katie B. (Stauffer) Martin. She was married to George M. Martin, who survives. Her passing breaks a loving marital union of 641/2 years.

She attended the Kantz Parochial school.

Anna was a seamstress for 24 years at Shroyers Dress factory, Selinsgrove, and also assisted her husband with the family dairy farm.

She enjoyed quilting, gardening, including flowers, traveling, puzzles, caring for animals and especially spending time with her family.

In addition to her husband, Anna is survived by three children and their spouses, Enos M. and Susan N. Martin, of Coopersburg, Mary A. and James R. Kiel, of Freeburg, and George E. and Melanie A. Martin, of Sunbury; five grandchildren, Alexander Martin, Peter Martin, Michael A. Kiel, Jamy M. Stenger and husband, Ken, and Zane L. Martin and wife, Caitlin; two great-grandsons, Cole Stenger and Levi Martin; one sister, Maria Graybill, of Selinsgrove; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Donald and Martha (Martin) Brubaker, of Port Trevorton; sister-in-law, Maddie Martin, of Kentucky; and nieces and nephews.

Anna was preceded in death by a sister, Alice Brubaker, and two brothers, Aaron and Menno Martin.

Friends and family are invited to the viewing from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday and from 10 to 11 a.m. Monday, followed by the funeral at 11, at Millmont Mennonite Church, 1310 Millmont Road, Millmont, with the ministry of the church officiating.

Burial will be made in the adjoining church cemetery.

The family requests no flowers. Memorial gifts may be made in loving memory of Anna to the church.

The George P. Garman Funeral Homes, Inc. 9366 Route 35, Mount Pleasant Mills have been entrusted with the arrangements.

Sunbury Daily Item - 8/7/2014
Sunbury, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Anna Z. Burkholder, 84, of Maxatawny Township, died Thursday, February 13, 2014 in her home. She was the widow of Raymond H. Martin, who died April 17, 2012. Born in Earl Township, Lancaster County, she was a daughter of the late Ezra Z. and Lydia Z. (Zimmerman) Burkholder. She was a homemaker, a member of the Groffdale Conference and attended the Center Mennonite Church, Kutztown.

Survivors: Daughters, Elizabeth B. wife of Menno J. Martin, East Earl, Miriam B. wife of Earl M. Martin, Kutztown, Lydia B. wife of Mervin B. Snyder, Kutztown, Vera Mae B. wife of Elvin H. Huber, Reinholds; Sons, Alson B. husband of Miriam (Zeiset) Martin, Lime Springs, IA, Paul B. husband of Anna Mae (Martin) Martin, Mark B. husband of Mary Ann (Martin) Martin, Earl B. husband of Ann (Zimmerman) Martin, all of Kutztown, Raymond B. husband of Wilma (Burkholder) Martin, Fleetwood; Sisters, Lydia B. wife of David Reiff, Ephrata, Edna B. wife of John Weaver, Kutztown, Elizabeth B. wife of Elmer Weaver, Fleetwood; Brothers, Paul Z. Burkholder, Ephrata, Aaron Z. husband of Ada (Weaver) Burkholder, Fleetwood, Weaver Z. husband of Mary (Horst) Burkholder, Kutztown, and Raymond Z. husband of Mabel (Zimmerman) Burkholder, Edina, MO; Sisters-in-Law, Bertha (Weaver) Burkholder, Kutztown, Mattie (Martin) Burkholder, Versailles, MO, Lavina (Martin) Nolt, Kutztown; 34 Grandchildren, 49 Great Grandchildren.

She was predeceased by an infant son; sisters, Lena Z. Martin, Mary Z. Martin and Esther Z. Zimmerman; brothers, Eli Z. Burkholder, Ezra Z. Burkholder, John Z. Burkholder; and a great grandson.

Services: Funeral services will be held Wednesday, February 19, 2014 at 9:30 AM at Center Mennonite Church, Kutztown 19530. Interment in the adjoining cemetery.

Intelligencer Journal - 2/15/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Betty Jane Garrison, 69, of Londonderry Township, passed away on Monday, November 17, 2014 at the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. She was born on Tuesday, January 23, 1945 in Hershey, PA to the late Melvin & Virginia (Via) Garrison.

Betty retired from M&M Mars after 29? years of service in chocolate production. She was a very active member of Grace Chapel, where she was a volunteer in the kitchen, a greeter and a member of the senior's group. Betty was an antique car collector, enjoyed metal detecting; she obtained great joy from the Christmas season as well as Christmas light & fireworks displays. Most of all, Betty enjoyed spending time with her family.

Surviving are her husband, Thomas H. Martin; her three daughters, Suzanne Hall and her husband Steven of West Hanover Township, Mary Jane Martin of Elizabethtown, Joanne Smith and her husband Daniel of Elizabethtown; a brother, Moses Garrison and his wife Linda of Palmyra; four sisters, Violet Taylor of Lebanon, Lucille Clugston and her husband Galen of Hummelstown, Susan Hoffman and her husband Robert of Naples, FL, Genevieve Lehman of Palmyra; four grandchildren, Brandon Martin, Jenifer Hall, Ashley Martin, Dakota Smith; two great granddaughters, Alexis Martin and Emma Fink.

She was preceded in death by two brothers, Raymond & Roosevelt Garrison.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, November 21, 2014 in Grace Chapel, 2535 Colebrook Road, Elizabethtown, PA 17022. Burial will be in Conewago Church Cemetery. Viewings will be on Thursday, November 20, 2014 from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. and on Friday, November 21, 2014 from 9 a.m. until 10 a.m. in Grace Chapel. Arrangements are under the care of the Miller-Sekely Funeral Home & Crematory of Elizabethtown.

Intelligencer Journal - 11/19/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Clara Mae Yoder, 86, entered into her eternal rest on Friday, February 21, 2014 surrounded by her loving family at the Fairmount Retirement Home, Ephrata, PA.

Born February 11, 1928 in Arthur, IL, she was the 12th of Noah C. and Eliza (Yoder) Yoder's 13 children.

Clara Mae was the wife of the late George L. Martin who preceded her in death on November 25, 2003, one day shy of their 49th wedding anniversary.

She was a member of the Village Chapel Mennonite Church, Voganville.

Known for her gift of hospitality, Clara Mae also enjoyed gardening and her plants, sewing, playing games and in later years transporting her Amish friends.

Clara Mae loved her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The more at a gathering, the more she enjoyed it.

She is survived by her six children and their spouses: Elwood married to Nancy (Nye), New Holland; Kreta married to Brian Adair, Ephrata; George (Jr.) married to Linda (Horst), New Holland; Joyce married to Chris Kelley, Lancaster; Pastor Robert married to Sandra (Weaver), Morris Run; Silvanus married to Kay (Landis), East Earl; 15 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; a brother, Andrew Ray Yoder, Leonard, MO and a sister-in-law Vera Jane (Martin) married to Elvin Rohrer, Cochranville and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by a grandson Travis Kelley and 11 siblings.

Her funeral will be held on Wednesday, February 26 at 10 a.m. at Fairmount Homes Farm Crest Chapel, 1100 Farm Crest Dr., Ephrata with Pastors Jeff Horst, Tom Philpot, and Lester Gehman officiating. Private interment in Weaverland Mennonite Cemetery. A viewing will be held at the Farm Crest Chapel on Tuesday from 6 - 8 p.m. and on Wednesday from 9 - 10 a.m. The Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland is in charge of arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 2/23/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Curtis Eugene

- LEBANON - Curtis Eugene Martin, 19, of Lebanon, died on Sunday, May 25, 2014, in a canoe accident in Clearfield County.

He was born in Ephrata on Aug. 6, 1994, a son of Cloyd R. and Dorcas H. (Sensenig) Martin, of Lebanon.

He was employed in the service department of Automatic Farm Systems, of Lebanon, and was a member of the Millbach Mennonite Church of the Weaverland Conference.

Surviving, in addition to his parents, are siblings, Lisa, Orinda, Judy, Cloyd LaRay and Jerry Martin; paternal grandparents, Paul and Anna Mae Martin, of Manheim; maternal grandparents, Leon and Eunice Sensenig, of Ephrata; and maternal great-grandmother, Lizzie Sensenig, of Vicksburg.

Visitors may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the home of Lester Zimmerman, 2 Moonstown Lane, Newmanstown. Please omit flowers. The funeral will be conducted at 4 p.m. Saturday in Millbach Mennonite Church, 3 N. Millbach Road, Newmanstown.

Burial will be in the adjoining church cemetery.

The Clauser Funeral Home Inc. is handling the arrangements. www.clauserfh.com

The Daily Item, Lebanon, PA
May 27, 2014
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Martin, Dorothy Grace Kline, 92, of Harrisonburg, VA died July 29, 2014 at Sentara RMH Medical Center, Harrisonburg, VA. She was born February 11, 1922 in Manheim, PA, to Adam and Mae Flory Kline. Her husband of 70 years, Alvin Martin died last month.

Survived by her son, Larry Martin and wife, Gail of Harrisonburg; two grandchildren, Farrah Koogler and husband, Barry and Benjamin Martin and wife, Jennifer; four great granddaughters, Halle Koogler, Annabeth Koogler, Sadee Koogler and Chloe Martin, all of Mt. Crawford, VA; a brother, Adam Kline and wife, Shirley of Newmanstown, PA; and four sisters, Miriam "Dolly" Hoffman and husband, Thomas of Newmanstown, Thelma DeBoard of Akron, PA, and Melva Ebersole of Elizabethtown, PA.

She was preceded in death by her husband Alvin Martin, and three sisters, Meda Leed, Kathryn Hess and Elva Horst.

A graveside service will be held at 4:00 PM Friday, August 1, 2014 at Weavers Church Cemetery in Harrisonburg, VA

Kyger Funeral Homes & Crematory, Inc.
Elkton & Harrisonburg, VA
Submitted and Edited by Leon Hertzler

Martin, Earl R., 84, of 120 N. Churchtown Rd., Narvon, died Thursday, November 6, 2014 at his home. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ella W. (Nolt) Martin, in 2006.

Born in Goshen, IN, he was the son of the late Elias and Amanda (Ramer) Martin.

He was a retired farmer and a member of Churchtown Mennonite Church, Groffdale Conference.

Surviving are 16 children: Janet married to Leland Reiff, Narvon; Alta married to Ronald Weaver, Craig, CO; Harry married to Anna Mae Martin, Reinholds; Elsie married to Kermit Martin, Quarryville; Glenn married to Sylvia Martin, Narvon; Noah married to Carolyn Martin, Trout Run; Amos married to Elaine Martin, Abbeyville, SC; Elvin married to Ruth Martin, Abbeyville, SC; Vera married to Galen Hoover, Gooding, ID; William married to Janice Martin, Due West, SC; Mervin married to Lisa Martin, Narvon; Earl Ray married to Lynette Martin, Wellsboro; Lamar married to Ali Martin, Newmanstown; Louella married to Randy Nolt, Reinholds; Leonard married to Kelley Martin, Robesonia; and Diane married to Jonathon Hurst, Rosebush, MI; 62 grandchildren; 73 great grandchildren; a sister, Susie Weaver, Wakarusa, IN and a brother Paul R. Martin, Narvon.

He was preceded in death by a grandchild, five brothers and seven sisters.

His funeral will be held on Monday, November 10, 2014 at 9 a.m. at the Marlin Hoover residence with further services at 9:30 a.m. at Churchtown Mennonite Church with Bishop Elam Zimmerman officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery. A viewing will be held at the Marlin Hoover residence, 1981 N. Churchtown Rd., East Earl, on Sunday 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 - 11/7/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Edna B. Reiff, 60, of 411 Reidenbach Road, New Holland, died Monday, May 19, 2014 at her home after a brief illness. Born in Leola, she was the daughter of the late Maria (Burkholder) Reiff and the late Elam, husband of Ada Reiff. Her husband, Melvin R. Martin, died in 1997. Edna was a homemaker and a member of the New Holland Mennonite Church, Groffdale Conference.

Surviving are six sons and four daughters, Mary Kathryn, married to Aaron Nolt of Dorchester, WI, Louis Ray, married to Rachel (Brubaker) Martin of New Holland, Lois Ann, married to Leon Newswanger of Dorchester, WI, Aaron Eugene, married to Martha (Newswanger) Martin of Meadville, MO, Kervin Lee, married to Kathryn (Leid) Martin of New Holland, David Clair, married to Pauline (Newswanger) Martin of Dorchester, WI, Louise, married to Elam Horning of East Earl, Esther Mae, married to Clifford Martin of Charles City, IA, Jay Melvin Martin and Paul Ivan Martin both at home; 43 grandchildren; two brothers, Paul, married to Verna Reiff of Leola, and Edwin, married to Emma Reiff of Leola; and five sisters, Alta Rissler of Leola, Mary, married to Allen Zimmerman of East Earl, Vera, married to Walter Brubaker of Kutztown, Esther, married to Benjamin Oberholtzer of Shiloh, OH, and Lizzie, married to Aaron Horning of Shiloh, OH.

Preceding her in death in addition to her parents and husband is a grandson, Josiah Martin; a sister, Martha Zimmerman; and a brother, Chester Reiff.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, May 26 at 9 am at the late home with further services at 9:30 am the New Holland Old Order Mennonite Church with the Bishop Titus H. Martin officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing will be held at the late home on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 pm. Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland.

Intelligencer Journal - 5/21/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Elizabeth June Houser, devoted mother and dear friend, died on Saturday, Dec. 27, 2014, at Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community in Harrisonburg, Va. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Jan. 10, 2 p.m. at Park View Mennonite Church. Burial will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to the Compassion Endowment Fund at VMRC Foundation, 1491 Virginia Ave., Harrisonburg, VA 22801, or Park View Mennonite Women's Sewing, Park View Mennonite Church, 1600 College Ave., Harrisonburg, VA 22802.

June Martin is survived by her two brothers, Robert Houser and Rodney Houser, Pennsylvania, as well as her five children, Richard Martin, California, Tim Martin, California, Robert Martin, Pennsylvania, Heidi Kuster, Tennessee, and Nanci Weaver, North Carolina. June has six grandchildren.

June was born to Harry Franklin Houser and Elizabeth Herr Houser on June 10, 1931, in Lancaster, Pa. She grew up on Big Spring Farm with her parents and her two brothers, and attended West Lampeter School. She and her family were members of Willow Street Mennonite Church. June graduated from York Secretarial School in York, Pa., and was employed by Armstrong Corp.

In 1952, she married Richard Oliver Martin (deceased), of Duchess, Alberta, Canada. They moved to Connecticut to carry out their voluntary services at Fairfield Psychiatric Hospital. There they also began their family. Their jobs took them to Richmond, Va., and to West Liberty, Ohio. Later they lived in Decatur, Ill., Collegeville, Pa., and retired in the Shenandoah Valley. In West Liberty, Ohio, June worked as administrative assistant in West Liberty Salem Elementary School, and was active in the school community as a Band Mother. As a member of Bethel Mennonite Church, she often led the children's choir and was an avid quilter.

In Harrisonburg, Va., June worked as an administrative assistant at James Madison University in both the Media Relations Office and the Men's Basketball Office. In more recent years, she volunteered at Gift and Thrift and in the Main Street Market at VMRC. At Park View Mennonite Church, she sang in the choir. June also spearheaded the women's comforter project for Park View Mennonite Women's Sewing, which supplied hundreds of comforters for international relief. June has blessed the lives of her friends and family with easy laughter, friendly comfort, and countless heavenly cookies and sweet rolls. A natural beauty, her smile was a steady reminder not to sweat the little things, but rather to enjoy life to its fullest. She had a knack with color, and was known for her well-designed comforters. She loved baseball, baking, and spending time with family and friends. Arrangements are with Kyger Funeral Home in Harrisonburg.

Daily News Record - 12/31/2014
Harrisonburg, VA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Elizabeth M. Horst, 86, of 532 Reidenbach Rd., New Holland, died Tuesday, March 25, 2014 at her home following a lengthy illness. She was the wife of Jonas M. Martin who survives.

Born in East Earl Twp., she was the daughter of the late George and Anna (Martin) Horst.

She was a homemaker and a member of the New Holland Old Order Mennonite Church.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by nine children: Emma widow of Edwin Rissler, New Enterprise; Anna Mae married to Ammon Shirk, Ephrata; Eva married to Amos Reiff, Shippensburg; Luke married to Etta (Nolt) Martin, Ephrata; James married to Marion (Shirk) Martin, Greenwich, OH; Titus married to Mary (Sensenig) Martin, New Holland; Raymond married to Mary (Burkholder) Martin, TN; Harvey married to Ellen (Zimmerman) Martin, WI and Ella, at home; 50 grandchildren; 101 great grandchildren; two sisters: Anna Reiff, Manheim and Frances married to Amos L. Martin, Terre Hill and a sister-in-law, Anna Horst.

She was preceded in death by two daughters: Martha (Martin) Shirk and Betty Martin and six siblings: Walter Horst, Ervin Horst, Eli Horst, Mary Horst, Milton Horst, and Vera (Horst) Hoover.

Her funeral will be held on Monday, March 31, 2014 at 9 a.m. at her late home with further services at 9:30 a.m. at New Holland Mennonite Church. Interment in the adjoining church cemetery. A viewing will be held at her late home on Sunday from 2 - 4 p.m. and 6 - 8 p.m. Kindly omit flowers. The Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland is in charge arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 3/27/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Elizabeth Ruth Dunn, 30, of Howe, OK, passed away September 20, 2014, in OKC, OK. She was born August 9, 1984 in Conway, AR, to Rickey and Susan (Ruble) Dunn. She delighted in caring for her family as a homemaker and was so full of life and vitality.

Elizabeth is survived by her husband, Chad Martin of the home; three sons Chace Garnett Martin, Jarren Timothy and Etham Kaleb Martin all of the home; a daughter Elayna Suzann Martin of the home; her parents Rickey and Susan Dunn of Heavener, OK; a sister, Anna Dunn of Heavener, OK; two brothers Daniel Dunn and wife Kelly and Paul Dunn and wife Sarah all of PA; as well as many more family members, friends and loved ones.

Pallbearers will be Daniel Dunn, Paul Dunn, Conroy Martin, Sterling Martin, Moses Martin and Joshua Martin. Service will be held at 10:00A M, Wednesday, September 24, 2014, at Springhill Baptist Church, Howe, OK, with Bro. Phil Petre, Bro. Joe Morris and Bro. Jeremy Martin officiating. Interment will follow service at Heavener Memorial Cemetery. The family will greet friends Tuesday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Springhill Baptist Church, Howe, OK. Services are under the direction of Grace Manor Funeral Home of Poteau. You may offer condolences to the family at 39660 Morris Creek Rd., Howe, OK, 74940 or leave an on-line greeting to the family at www.gracemanorfh.com.

Grace Manor Funeral Home, Poteau, OK
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Martin, Elvin H., 86, of Lititz, passed away Monday, February 17, 2014 at the home of his daughter with whom he resided.

He was married January 17, 1953, to Martha N. Weaver who passed away October 2008.

Elvin was born in Ephrata Twp., to Ervin B. and Anna H. Martin on February 21, 1927.

He was a farmer and a member of Pequea Mennonite Church (Weaverland Conference).

Surviving are six children: Marian (Elvin Hursh), Lititz; Lois (Ben Stoltzfus), Honey Brook; Merle (Erla Martin), Lititz; Elaine (Jay Horst), Scipio Center, NY; Janice (Eugene Burkholder), Richfield; and Kevin (Eva Jane Zimmerman), Lititz. Also surviving is a daughter-in-law, Vicky Worden Martin, Philippines; 36 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; six step-grandchildren; 46 step-great grandchildren; and three step great-great grandchildren; brothers, Ammon H. Martin, Ephrata and Adin H. Martin, Mt. Joy; and sisters, Elsie Brubaker (Lester), Plymouth, OH; Alta Leid (the late Aaron) Plymouth, OH; and Nora Hoover (Elam), New Holland.

Preceding him in death was a son, Galen; a granddaughter; a brother, Earl H. (Lucy of NY) Martin, and a sister, Miriam Snyder (Paul of New Holland).

His funeral will be held on Friday, February 21, at 9 a.m. at Fairmount Homes Farm Crest Chapel with further services at 9:30 a.m. at Meadow Valley Mennonite Church with Bishop Curvin Zimmerman, Paul Newswanger, Elam Ray Martin and Gary Zimmerman officiating. Interment in Meadow Valley Mennonite Cemetery. A viewing will be held on Thursday from 5-8 p.m. at the Fairmount Homes Farm Crest Chapel. Kindly omit flowers. The Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland is in charge of arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 2/29/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Emma H. Hege, 86, of Waynesboro, PA died January 31, 2014 in the Waynesboro Hospital. Born October 8, 1927 in Hagerstown, MD, to Amos S. and Amanda (Horst) Hege. She and her husband, Ivan D. Martin, were married on July 26, 1947 in Greencastle, PA. They moved to the Ridge Road address in 1949. Mr. Martin died on March 9, 2001. Along with her husband, Mrs. Martin owned and operated the former Rocky Ridge Farm Market in State Line, PA for almost 30 years. She was a member of Salem Ridge Mennonite (Community) Church, Greencastle, PA.

Survived by five daughters, Charlene Marquiss and her husband, Thomas of Greencastle, Marlene Eckstine and her husband, Mark of Waynesboro, Linda Hott and her husband, Phillip of Waynesboro, Cindy Farrow and her husband, Doug of Shermansdale, PA, Brenda Heisey and her husband, Marlin of Osterburg, PA; 20 grandchildren; 36 great-grandchildren; one brother Amos Hege of Chambersburg; and a number of nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Mary Edna Eckstine; one great-grandson, Alex Hazel; two sisters, Ruth Heatwole and Anna Kuhns; and eight brothers, Paul Hege, Mark Hege, John Hege, Noah Hege, Enos Hege, Adam Hege and infant twin brothers.

Funeral service was February 5, 2014 in Salem Ridge Mennonite (Community) Church, Greencastle, Pastor Ed Hampton, Pastor Curtis King, and Pastor Brian Emery. Burial will follow in the adjacent church cemetery.

Source: Bowersox Funeral Home Waynsboro, PA
By: Leon Hertzler

Martin, Emma Kulp
Feb. 12, 1924 - Nov. 23, 2014

NAPPANEE - Emma (Kulp) Martin, 90, of Nappanee, died at 2 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 23, at her residence after a short illness.

She was born Feb. 12, 1924, in Elkhart County, to Christian and Emma Elizabeth (Blosser) Kulp.

On March 14, 1948, she married Junior Martin at her parents' home. He preceded in death Sept. 5, 2005.

Surviving are her children, Dallas Lavon (Sandra, deceased) Martin of Topeka, Marciel Joyce (Dean) Martin of Nappanee, Donald Wayne (Esther) Martin of Decker, Mich., Verlin LeRoy (Charlotte) Martin of Bristol, Melba Jean (Luke) Hoover of New Paris, Delores Ann (Arthur) Bechtel of Marlette, Mich. and Lucinda Marie (Burnell) Martin of Ridgeland, Wis.; 47 grandchildren; 97 great-grandchildren; and a sister-in-law, Martha Kulp of Goshen.

Family and friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 25, and from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26, at Ramer Mennonite Youth Center. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 27, at Yellow Creek Wisler Mennonite Church.

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

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Nov. 24, 2014
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Martin, Floyd S. "Curly", 82, of Lititz formerly of Leola, went home to be with his Heavenly Father on July 31, 2014. He was born in Goodville to the late Rev. S. Weaver Martin and Elizabeth M. (Weaver) Martin. He was the husband of the late Hazel M. (Smith) Martin who passed away in 2011. They were married 59 years. For the last 13 years, he resided at Muhlenberg Lodge at Luther Acres.

Floyd retired from Ford New Holland in 1991 after being employed for 40 years. It was there he acquired his nicknames "Curly" and "Baby Beef."

Floyd served in the U.S. Army for two years during the Korean War as a medic at Fort Benning, GA. He attained the rank of Corporal. He loved to entertain us by telling us stories about that chapter in his life.

Floyd is survived by: daughters, Carol Garman (Gerald), Karen Fisher (Richard); two foster daughters, Ann Morris and Johann Neimer; 11 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; a sister, Barbara Weber (Richard). Floyd also helped rear a niece, Terri Kretlow (William). He is predeceased by a son, Dean Martin and a niece, Tina Gelnett.

Floyd enjoyed riding motorcycle, camping in their RV and spending time with family and friends. He especially enjoyed his great-grandchildren; a mention of them always brought a smile to his face. He was a member of Salem Evangelical Reformed Church, Hellers.

This gentle giant of a man with a loving, caring heart will greatly be missed by all who knew him. Our lives were truly blessed by his presence and life.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Luther Care Activities Dept. for the care of Rosie, the resident therapy dog.

The funeral will be Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2014 at 2 p.m. at the Luther Acres Community Room (next to the Chapel), 600 E. Main St., Lititz with viewing there from 12:30 ? 2 p.m. Interment: Salem Hellers Cemetery.

Intelligencer Journal - 8/3/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Frances G. Martin, 92, formerly of Myerstown, died Sunday, August 17, 2014 in the Richland Christian Home, Richland, PA. She was the wife of the late Norman W. Martin.

She was born in Earl Township, Lancaster Co., on January 7, 1922, a daughter of the late Noah N. and Mary N. Good Martin. Frances was a member of the Fairview Mennonite Church of the Weaverland Conference.

She is survived by children, Raymond M. Martin and wife Thelma of Myerstown; Lloyd M. Martin and wife Mabel of Myerstown; Leon M. Martin and wife Grace of NY; Harold M. Martin and wife Joyce of Lititz; Miriam M. wife of Paul Gehman of NY; Norman M. Martin, Jr. of Richland; Grace Ann wife of Harold Zimmerman of Myerstown; Irvin M. Martin and wife Kathryn of AL; 32 grandchildren; 114 great grandchildren; 11 great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by brothers, Ivan and Edwin Martin; sisters, Elizabeth Hoover and Lena Martin.

Funeral service will be held on Thursday 9:30 AM in the Fairview Mennonite Church, Elco Drive, Myerstown, PA. Interment will be made in the adjoining church cemetery. Viewing on Wednesday from 4 PM 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 - 8/19/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Grace Garber, 88, formerly of Lititz Road, Manheim passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 13, 2014 at Lincoln Christian Home, Ephrata. Born in Warwick Township, she was the daughter of the late Jacob B. and Anna Sensenich Garber. She was the wife of the late Daniel Leon Martin Sr. who died in 2004. A homemaker and farmer's wife, Grace was also a Shaklee dealer in the Manheim area for thirty-three years. She was a member of White Oak Mennonite Church, Manheim. In her youth she formed friendships with ten girls who called themselves "The Shi Maids," who maintained their relationships to this day. Grace loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them. Her interests included gardening, genealogy and traveling to their cabin in Tioga County.

Surviving is a daughter, Grace Elaine wife of John D. Nissley of Manheim, two sons, Daniel L. Jr. husband of Rhoda Herr Martin of Newville, D. David husband of Robbin Michael Martin of Manheim, 28 grandchildren, 43 great grandchildren and a sister, Ruth Martin of Quarryville. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Carol Hottenstein, two grandchildren, Vonda Hottenstein, Matthew Martin and a brother, Jacob Eugene Garber.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend her funeral service at East Petersburg Mennonite Church, 6279 Main Street, East Petersburg on Tuesday, May 20, 2014 at 10:00 AM with Pastor Jim Hottenstein (grandson) officiating. There will be a public viewing at the East Petersburg Mennonite Church on Monday evening from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM and again on Tuesday morning from 9:00 AM until the time of service. Interment in the adjoining church cemetery.

Intelligencer Journal - 5/16/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Isaac W., 82, of Ephrata, passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2014, at Ephrata Community Hospital.

He was born in New Holland to the late Isaac and Ada Weaver Martin Seible and was the husband of Nora Z. (Sensenig) Martin.

Isaac was a member of the Shiloh Mennonite Church. In his early years he worked as a farmer and later he was the owner/operator of various business ventures in generator manufacturing and ice manufacturing.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his 8 children, Glenda M., wife of Leon R. Weaver of Stevens, Eugene S., husband of Rhoda Martin of Ephrata, Janet S., wife of Stanley Fox of Haiti, James L., husband of Rose Ann Martin of Akron, Charlene S. Mellinger of Ephrata, Isaac S., husband of Karla Martin of Newmanstown, Jerry S., husband of Carleen Martin of Ephrata, Randy S., husband of Jody Martin of Denver; 35 grandchildren and 29 great grandchildren; 2 brothers, Elmer, husband of Irene Martin of New Holland, Harlan, husband of Esther Martin of Latham, MO; 3 sisters, Arlene, wife of Allen Weaver of Quarryville, Mary, wife of the late John Nolt of Richland and Ada Mae, wife of Raymond Zimmerman of Peach Bottom.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a great-grandson, Isaac Weaver, a brother, Paul Martin and 3 infant brothers.

A viewing will be held on Tuesday, July 8, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., at the Martindale Mennonite Fellowship Center, 352 Martindale Rd., Martindale. An additional viewing will be held on Wednesday, July 9, from 9 to 10 a.m., at the Martindale Mennonite Church, 171 Hurst Rd., Martindale, followed by his funeral service at 10 a.m., with Pastors Matt Eberly and Mike Allgyer officiating. Interment will take place in the Martin Family Cemetery, East Earl Township.

Kindly omit flowers.

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

Intelligencer Journal - 7/7/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Ivan R., age 57, of Little Cedar, IA, passed away suddenly on December 4, 2014 in Maple Grove, MN. Funeral services were held at the South Osage Mennonite Church in Osage, IA on Tuesday, December 9 at 9:30 A.M. Burial was in the church cemetery.

Ivan Martin was born in New Holland, Pennsylvania, to the late Leroy M. and Lizzie (Reiff) Martin. On May 24, 1980, Ivan was united in marriage to Arlene Martin. In 1995 they moved from Narvon, PA to Little Cedar, IA. Ivan was a self employed truck driver and also the manager at the Cedar Valley Produce Auction for the past ten years.

Ivan is survived by his wife Arlene Martin of Little Cedar, and six children: Gerald married to Lovella Weaver of Charles City, Iowa; Richard married to Sharon Nolt of Elma, Iowa; Charlene married to Ivan Ray Reiff of Floyd, Iowa; Ivan Ray Martin of Little Cedar; Carolyn married to Justin Zimmerman of Keosauqua, Iowa; and Rosanne Martin of Little Cedar. Also surviving are eight grandchildren. Siblings are: Mable Martin of New Holland, PA; Paul married to Annie Shirk of Fivepointville, PA; LeRoy married to Martha Brubacher of Narvon, PA; Ella Mae married to Neal Hoover of Mt. Pleasant Mills, PA; Elizabeth married to James Leid of Narvon, PA; Aaron married to Christine Nolt of Mohrsville, PA.

He was preceded in death by his parents Leroy and Lizzie Martin; father-in-law H. John Martin; a brother Melvin; and a sister-in-law Edna (Reiff) Martin.

Intelligencer Journal - 12/15/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Jesse M., age 83 of Linwood, died May 17, 2014 at Freeport Hospital, Kitchener, Ont. Son of Nathaniel and Elizabeth Martin, He was husband of Susannah Martin.

Survived by Velina and Noah Frey of Badgeros, Emerson and Susannah Martin, Nancy and Ion Martin, Sidney and Mary Martin, Jesse and Salinda Martin, all of RR 1, Linwood, Joseph and Salome Martin, Magdalena and Reuben Martin, Mary and Allen Sherk, all of RR 1, St. Clements, Louisa and Reuben Brubacher, Paul and Annie Martin, Susannah and Nelson Martin, all of RR 1, Wallenstein, Adina and Joseph Bauman of Newton. Also numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, one sister Salome and David Sherk of Maxwell, one sister-in-law Louisa Martin of RR 1, Linwood, and one brother-in-law Isaac Bauman of Wallenstein.

Predeceased by his parents Nathaniel and Elizabeth Martin, three brothers Amos, Isaac, Henry, and one sister Mary.

A family service was May 20, 2014 then to Wellesley-Crosshill Mennonite Meeting House for burial and further service.

Source: Dreisinger Funeral Home, Elmira, Ont. Canada
By Leon Hertzler

Martin, John Elam, 74, of Newmanstown died unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 4, 2014 in the Lebanon Good Samaritan Hospital. He was the husband of Eva Jane (Stauffer) Martin for 51 years.

He was born in West Earl Township on October 31, 1940, son of the late H. Landis and Anna (Martin) Martin. He was a member of Fairview Mennonite Church of the Weaverland Conference. He was a self-employed farmer.

He is survived by his son: Nelson husband of Velma (Hursh) Martin, Annville; daughters: Glenda wife of Glenn H. Martin, Elliottsburg; Nancy wife of Leon S. Lauver, Mohnton; daughter-in-law: Marie Martin, Newmanstown; 26 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren; 5 brothers: Harlan husband of Emma Martin, Lititz; Elvin Martin, Newmanstown; Earl husband of Barbara Martin, Lebanon; Raymond husband of Mabel Martin, Lititz; Wilmer husband of Elaine Martin, Lititz; 7 sisters: Vera wife of John Nolt, Lititz; Edna wife of Amos Martin, Denver; Miriam Martin, Denver; Laverne wife of John Fox, Denver; Norma Martin of Lancaster; Anna Mae wife of Elvin Hoover, Reinholds; Erla wife of Merle Martin, Lititz. He was preceded in death by a son, Jason L. Martin, and great-grandson, Jeffrey M. Wise.

A viewing will be held on Sunday in the Fairview Reception Center, 141 Jackson Rd., Lebanon from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Monday at 9:30 a.m. in the Fairview Mennonite Church, Elco Drive, Myerstown. Interment will be made in the adjoining church cemetery. PLEASE OMIT FLOWERS. The Clauser Funeral Home, Schaefferstown is handling the arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 11/6/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Joseph H., 87, of New Holland, passed away on Monday, December 29, 2014, at his residence.

He was born in New Holland to the late Weaver W. and Ruth M. (Hursh) Martin and was the husband of Lydia Ann (Zimmerman) Martin and the late Ella B. (Hoover) Martin who passed away in 1988.

Joseph was a member of the New Holland Mennonite Church, Groffdale Conference.

In addition to his second wife, he is survived by 12 children, Benjamin H., husband of Ethel (Martin) Martin of Mifflinburg, Anna H. Martin of Lititz, Lucy H., wife of Harold Nolt of Mifflinburg, Thomas H., husband of Lydia (Zimmerman) Martin of Mifflinburg, Mary H., wife of Linus Sauder of Plymouth, OH, Lydia Ann, wife of Leon Newswanger of Shiloh, OH, Edward H., husband of Lucy (Hoover) Martin of Millmont, Emory H., husband of Eva Jane (Sauder) Martin of Lititz, Abram H., husband of Grace (Hoover) Martin of Geneva, NY, Jesse H., husband of Ella (Zimmerman) Martin of Lititz, Arnold H., husband of Irene (Oberholtzer) Martin of Himrod, NY, Obed H., husband of Linda (Oberholtzer) Martin of Dundee, NY; 11 stepchildren, Elsie Z. Nolt of New Holland, Lizzie Z., wife of Ivan Burkholder of Ephrata, Miriam, wife of Noah Burkholder of Rushville, NY, Ruth, wife of Jonas Burkholder of Stanley, NY, Ivan, husband of Ella Mae (Burkholder) Nolt of New Holland, Reuben, husband of Edna (Zimmerman) Nolt of Floyd, IA, Wayne, husband of Elva (Brubacher) Nolt of Charles City, IA, Melvin, husband of Eva (Sauder) Nolt of Leola, Lloyd, husband of Anna (Leid) Nolt of Osage, IA, Peter, husband of Roseanne (Martin) Nolt of Osage, IA, Lawrence, husband of Thelma (Nolt) Nolt of Charles City, IA; a step daughter-in-law, Alma (Leid) Nolt of Orchard, IA; 71 grandchildren; 47 great-grandchildren; 87 step-grandchildren; 87 step great-grandchildren and a sister, Margaret H. Martin of East Earl.

In addition to his first wife and parents, he is preceded in death by a daughter, Ruth H. Martin; a stepson, Aaron Nolt; 2 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild and 4 brothers, Paul, Daniel, John and Weaver, Jr., Martin.

A viewing will be held on Friday, January 2, 2015, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., at the late residence, 657 N. Railroad Ave., New Holland. Funeral services will take place on Saturday, January 3, at 9 a.m., at the Jesse Martin residence, 1334 Pine Hill Rd., Lititz, with further services at 9:30 a.m., at the Millway Mennonite Church, with Bishop Ammon Weaver officiating. Interment will take place in the adjoining church cemetery.

Kindly omit flowers.

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

Intelligencer Journal - 12/31/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Joshua R., 18, of Morgantown, passed away on Saturday, May 24, 2014, at Hershey Medical Center.

He was born in Morgantown to Noah B. and Mary E. (Brubaker) Martin of Morgantown.

Joshua was a senior at Terre Hill Mennonite High School, Terre Hill. He loved to sing. Joshua was outgoing and friendly, he taught us how to persevere through trials, and never complained.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his paternal grandparents, Levi and Martha Martin of Morgantown; and 5 siblings, Emily, wife of Tyler Sensenig of Reamstown, Katie Martin, Laura Martin, Timothy Martin, and Annie Martin, all at home.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Melvin and Ruth Brubaker.

A viewing will be held on Thursday, May 29, from 3 to 5 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., at the Weaverland Mennonite Church, East Earl Township. An additional viewing will be held on Friday, from 9 to 10 a.m., at the church, followed by funeral services held at 10 a.m. with Pastor Jeff Brubaker officiating. Interment will take place in the Lichty's Mennonite Cemetery, Terre Hill.

Kindly omit flowers. Memorial contributions in Joshua's memory may be made to Terre Hill Mennonite High School, 1416 Union Grove Rd., Terre Hill, PA 17581 or Four Diamonds Fund, Hope Drive A120, PO Box 852, Hershey PA 17033-0852.

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

Intelligencer Journal - 5/27/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Julia Mae, 72, of Chambersburg, PA, passed away Sunday, February 16, 2014 at Falling Spring Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Chambersburg. Born September 8, 1941 in Chambersburg, she was a daughter of the late Chester C. and Valera B. Lehman Martin. She was a 1959 graduate of the Shippensburg High School.

She is survived by three sisters, Janet A. Martin of Telford, PA, Jean V. Dickerson and husband Carl of Pasadena, CA, and Joan L. Nolt and husband Paul of Chambersburg; two brothers, Jerald L. Martin and wife Betty of Narvon, PA, and Jason L. Martin and wife Leora of Red Lion, PA; sister-in-law, Martha Martin of Glen Mills, PA; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Aside from her parents, Julia is preceded in death by her brother Jay R. Martin.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM on Thursday, February 20, 2014 at the Rowe Mennonite Church, 754 Pinola Road, Shippensburg, PA with Minister John Horst officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 PM on Wednesday, February 19, 2014 at Thomas L. Geisel Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 333 Falling Spring Road, Chambersburg, PA and one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday.

The family requests the omission of flowers and suggests memorial contributions be made to Rowe Mennonite Church at the above address.

Submitted by: Leon Hertzler, Newport, NH

Martin, Karen Joyce Nofziger, 68, of Evanston, Cook Co., Illinois died April 21, 2014 at the same place from early (young) onset Alzheimer's disease.

She was born November 3, 1945 at Lebanon, Linn Co., Oregon to Alfred E. and Marjorie Ellen (Gerig) Nofziger. Alfred was born February 7, 1921 and died August 22, 1999. Marjorie was born September 26, 1923 and died April 18, 2013.

On August 21, 1971 at Lebanon, Oregon she was married to Richard Eugene Martin, who was born August 24, 1948 and survives.

Surviving are children, Matthew Martin (Charlotta Weaver); Janna Martin; Joy Manduno (Joseph); two grandchildren, and siblings, Nadine LeFrancis (Richard); Laurence Nofziger (Christine); Cheryl Berkey (Michael); Mark Nofziger (Dania); and Jodi Rich (Daniel).

Graduate: Western Mennonite High School, Salem, Oregon Graduate (1971); Goshen College; BA Social Work Member of Evanston Mennonite Church
Employment: mostly administrative and clerical
Volunteer: Evanston Ten Thousand Villages; congregational events
Hobbies: Needlepoint; reading; traveling

Memorial services were held May 3, 2014 at Evanston Friends (Quaker) Meeting House, Evanston, Illinois. She was cremated and will be buried at Knox Butte Cemetery, Albany, Linn Co., Oregon.

Submitted by: Richard Martin, Evanston, IL
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Martin, Katherina "Katie" Brubacher
Jan 4, 1920 - Dec. 18, 2014

NAPPANEE - Katherina "Katie" (Brubacher) Martin, 94, of Nappanee, died Thursday, Dec. 18, at her home.

She was born Jan. 4, 1920, in Brutus, Mich., to Peter and Sarah Ann (Brenneman) Brubacher.

On Nov. 16, 1943, she married Daniel S. Martin at her parents' home in Pennsylvania. He passed away Nov. 2, 2006.

She is survived by four daughters, Ida Weiler of Edina, Miss., Betsy Troyer of Fort St. John, British Columbia, Barbara Zimmerman of Nappanee and Lavina Kauffman of Hayward, Wis.; and three sons, Joe Martin, Emerson "Mike" Martin of Hayward and Ephraim Martin of Middlebury.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 21, at the RMYC, C.R. 44, Nappanee. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Monday, Dec. 22, at Yellow Creek Wisler Mennonite Church, Goshen.

Burial will follow in Yellow Creek Frame Cemetery.

Memorials may be directed to World Missionary Press, New Paris.

Rieth-Rohrer-Ehret-Lienhart Funeral Home, Wakarusa, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be sent at www.rrefh.com.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Dec. 20, 2014
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Martin, Kathryn Newswanger Hurst, 90, of Ephrata, PA died April 6, 2014, at Fairmount Homes. She was born 1923 in East Earl, PA to David and Lena (Hurst) Newswanger and was the wife of the late James D. Hurst who passed away in 1965 and the late John B. Martin who passed away in 2006.
Kathryn was a member of the Springville Mennonite Church, Weaverland Conference.

Survived by her children, David E., husband of Mary Kathryn (Martin) Hurst of Lewisburg, James D., husband of Mary (Hoover) Hurst of Myerstown, Leon N., husband of Nancy (Hertzog) Hurst of Ephrata, LeRoy N., husband of Patricia (Doutrich) Hurst of Stevens, Marvin N., husband of Kim (Douglas) Hurst of Volcano, HI, Irene N., wife of Lloyd Burkholder of Ephrata, Elsie N., wife of Melvin Musser of Loganton, Ernest N., husband of Mary (Hoover) Hurst of Myerstown, Edwin N., husband of Theresa (Hinkle) Hurst of Lititz; step children, Edna G., wife of Landis Weaver of Farmersville, Mary Jane, wife of Lloyd Nolt of Lititz, Earl G., husband of Grace (Martin) Martin of Ephrata, Louella G., wife of Mark Good of Ohio, Vera Mae, wife of Carl Zimmerman of Lebanon, Ellen G., wife of James Kirby of OR; 33 grandchildren; 72 great grandchildren; 10 great-great grandchildren; 25 step grandchildren; 140 great step grandchildren; 20 great-great step grandchildren; a sister, Mary Nolt of Lincoln; a step sister, Mrs. David Weaver of East Earl.

In addition to her husbands and parents, she was preceded in death by 2 sons, Lloyd N. Hurst and Luke N. Hurst; 2 brothers, John Jacob Newswanger, Raymond Newswanger; a sister, Margaret Zimmerman.

Funeral service was April 11, at the Springville Mennonite Church, Ephrata, PA with Bishop Lester. B. Martin officiating. Interment was in the adjoining church cemetery.

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

Martin, Lena N. Sensenig, 68, of 523 N. Railroad Ave., New Holland, died Tuesday, November 25, 2014 at her home after a lengthy illness.

Born in Caernarvon Twp., Lancaster County, she was the daughter of Jacob and Susanna (Newswanger) Sensenig. She was married 45 years on March 6 to Melvin H. Martin.

Lena was a homemaker and a member of the New Holland Mennonite Church, Groffdale Conference.

Surviving in addition to her husband are seven children, Erma Martin at home, Ruth Ann, married to David Nolt of Curtiss, WI, Ralph Martin of Versailles, MO, Melvin Ray Martin at home, Naaman Martin at home, Velma Martin at home, and Joseph, married to Joanna Hoover of East Earl; three grandchildren; eight brothers and sisters, David N. Sensenig of Ephrata, Jacob N. Sensenig of Loysburg, Mary, married to Marvin Hoover of Fortuna, MO, Susanna, married to Noah Shirk of Spencer, TN, Aaron, married to Annie (Shirk) Sensenig of Versailles, MO, Elam Sensenig of Ephrata, Emma, married to Raymond Stauffer of Fortuna, MO, and Elizabeth Leinbach of Versailles, MO.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, December 1, at 9 a.m. at the late home with further services at 9:30 at the New Holland Mennonite Church with the Bishop Titus Martin officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing will be held at the late home on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland.

Intelligencer Journal - 11/27/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Lester Weaver, also affectionately known as "Les" to many, was welcomed into the loving arms of his Heavenly Father on Tuesday, January 14, 2014, following a brief illness. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends.

He was born in Lancaster, July 12, 1940, son of the late Lester W. Martin and Elizabeth N. Martin. He was the loving husband of Alice Marie (Feister) Martin, with whom he celebrated 51 1/2 years of happiness.

Many of his passions included spending winters in Florida, renovating his home and playing cards with his many friends and family. Lester also enjoyed the special times with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

As part of PA Mission Builders, he was the project manager for 7 years in Kailua-Kona, HI, WYAM base building new dorms readying young people pursuing their dreams of becoming missionaries. Lester had a passion for the Lord and if you knew him you felt and experienced his warmth, his servant's heart and his laugh, his perfect remarks always at the perfect time, his "Git R Done" attitude, his patience, his humble spirit, his steadfastness and strength, his unconditional quiet love. This is truly an awesome reflection of his Heavenly Father, with whom he now gets to spend eternity.

Lester is survived by a son, Kevin Andrew, married to Julie West Martin of Ephrata; three grandchildren, Shannon Nicole married to Jesse Steffy of Lancaster, Joshua David married to Nicole Mae Bridston of Kailua-Kona, HI, Jessica Michelle married to Jeremy Martin of Ephrata; four great grandchildren, Zander Ethan Steffy, Judah Andrew Martin and Hailey Joy and Joshua Wade Martin.

He is also survived by three brothers and one sister, Harlan M. & Frances (Martin), Troy, PA, E. Phares & Marie (Garman), Ephrata, PA, Carl & Gladys (Lapp), Port Royal, PA, Elizabeth Anne & Samuel Martin, Charlotte, NC.

Lester is preceded in death by a son, Sgt. Leslie Wade Martin.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 18, at 11 a.m. at the Ephrata Community Church, 60 Clay School Road, Ephrata with the Reverend Kevin Eshelman officiating. Family and friends are invited to the interment at the Terre Hill Cemetery on Saturday at 10 a.m. Viewing will be held on Friday from 6-8 p.m. at the Ephrata Community Church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Pennsylvania Mission Builders, c/o Paul Martin, 407 S. Locust St., Lititz, PA 17543. To send the family online condolences, visit us at www.groffeckenroth.com. Arrangements by Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland.

Intelligencer Journal - 1/16/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin Levi M., 90, of Morgantown passed away on August 21, 2014 at his home. Born in Clay Twp., he was the son of the late Aaron H. and Mary (Martin) Martin. He was married 64 years on Nov. 10 to Martha S. (Brubaker) Martin. He was a retired farmer and a member of the Churchtown Mennonite Church, Weaverland Conference.

Surviving in addition to his wife are nine children, Vera, married to Lawrence Martin of Lebanon, Wilma, married to Irvin Martin of Ickesburg, Aaron Martin of East Earl, Suetta, married to Elvin High of Reinholds, Mary, married to Noah Martin of Red Creek, NY, Elam, married to Elizabeth Martin of Morgantown, Ella, married to Eugene Martin of Manheim, Ruth, married to James Horning of Port Byron, NY, and Noah, married to Mary Brubaker of Morgantown; 45 grandchildren, 86 great grandchildren; two sisters, Susanna Sensenig and Hettie Wenger; and a brother, Isaac Martin.

Preceding him in death are four grandchildren and eight brothers and sisters, Barbara, Jacob, Maria, Sarah, Daniel, Martin, Abraham, and John.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, August 25, at 9 a.m. at Sunny Crest Homes, 2587 Valley View Rd., Morgantown, with further services at 9:30 a.m. at Churchtown Mennonite Church with the Bishop Leon S. Zimmerman officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing will be held at Sunny Crest Homes on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill.

Intelligencer Journal - 8/23/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Lydia Gingrich, 91 years, of Elmira, Ont. died April 30, 2014 at St. Mary's Hospital. She was the daughter of Anson and Rebecca (Bauman) Gingrich, She was the wife of the late Ivan M. Martin (1987).

Survived by her children, Edith Garber of Twin Falls, Idaho, Lucille (Robert) Burkholder of Cleveland, Ohio, Elaine (Derek) Holshorst of Waterloo, Murray Martin of Conestogo, Mildred (James) Martin of Kitchener, Anna Mae (David) McConnell of Townsend, and Sandra Nunn (Terry Rothwell) of Elmira, and by her 14 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren.

Lydia was the last surviving member of her family having been predeceased by her husband Ivan M. Martin, her parents, her sisters Viola, Ada, and Alvina, her brother Clayton, and her son-in-law John Garber.

Family interment was in Elmira Mennonite Cemetery. A memorial service to celebrate Lydia's life and faith will be held at the Elmira Pentecostal Assembly on Monday, May 5, 2014 at 11 a.m.

Source: Dreisinger Funeral Home, Elmira, Ont
By Leon Hertzler

Martin, Margaret G. Weber Shirk, 91, of Ephrata, PA died February 27, 2014 at Fairmount Homea. Born 1922 in Bowmansville, PA to Henry and Annie (Good) Weber. Her husbands, Leon B. Shirk and Carl W. Martin. She attended Gehman Mennonite Church.

Surviving are four sons: Maynard married to Alice (Hess) Shirk, Conestoga; Carl married to Sharon (Lantz) Shirk, Stumptown; David married to Dolores (Good) Shirk, Guinea Bissau; Dale married to Verda (Kauffman) Shirk, Terre Hill; five step-children: Lois married to Larry Martin, Robesonia; Arlene married to David Hollinger, East Earl; Glen married to Mary (Landis) Martin, Adamstown; Delmar married to Kathy (Newswanger) Martin, Mohnton; and Sharon Kurtz, Bowmansville; 13 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; 17 step-grandchildren; 24 step great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by both her husbands, Leon B. Shirk in 1979 and Carl W. Martin in 2012, and by a son, Henry Wayne in 1949. Also five siblings, and one daughter-in-law, Anna (Sweigart) Shirk, wife of Carl.

Her funeral service was March 6, 2014 at Bowmansville Mennonite Church, East Earl, PA.

Source: The Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill, PA
By Leon Hertzler

Martin, Marie Evelyn Schulz, 89, of Lancaster, PA, died February 2, 2014.

She was born May 5, 1924, near Shelbyville, IL, to Dr. Julius A. and Viola (Hostetler) Schulz. Married to Landis C. Martin for 46 years, she faithfully followed Landis in ministry.

In the course of their lives, they and at least some of their children were blessed to have lived in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley, Knoxville, TN (2-year pastorate), Sarasota, FL, Blountstown, FL and Burr Oak, MI, where Landis pastored the South Colon Mennonite Church for 17 years prior to his death in 1990. The older children have pleasant memories of ministry/God-seeking summers in or near Goshen, IN, Palmetto, FL, Gulfport, MS, Ponchatoula, LA and Atmore, AL. In 1993, Marie, Corlene, and their mother moved near Nathan in Fredericksburg, OH, and then in 2008, Marie and Corlene moved to an apartment attached to her son David's house near Lancaster, PA.

Survived by children, Carol (John) Yoder of Grantsville, MD, Nelson (Margaret) of Louisville, KY, David (Barbara) of Lancaster, PA, John (Jeanette) of Kihei, HI and Nathan (Ruth) of Fredericksburg, OH; 12 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren; a sister, Corlene Schulz of Lancaster, PA; several sisters-in-law and a brother-in-law.

Marie was preceded in death by her husband, Landis Carpenter Martin; a daughter-in-law, Mary Edna Martin; and an infant grandson.

Funeral service was February 8, 2014 at Mennonite Christian Assembly, Fredericksburg, OH. Burial was in the church cemetery.

Source: Spidell Funeral Home Mount Eaton, OH
By Leon Hertzler

Martin, Markel Lynn

HANOVER Markel Lynn Martin, 48, entered into God's eternal care Thursday, November 20, 2014, at home with his loving family by his side. He was the loving husband of Barbara A. (Grove) Martin, with whom he celebrated 27 years of marriage. Born October 20, 1966, in Hagerstown, Md., he was the son of Doris H. Martin and the late Glenn E. Martin. Markel was a member of Herr's Ridge Mennonite Church, Gettysburg. Markel was the founder and owner of Mar-Bar Tire Service, which he started in 1987.

In addition to his wife, Barbara, Markel is survived by his children, Lori Martin and fiance, Aaron Warner of Huntingdon, and Beverly Martin, Cheryl Martin, Michelle Martin, Emily Martin, and Devin Martin, all of Hanover; four brothers, Nolan Martin and wife, Shirley of Ephrata, Vern Martin and wife, Elaine of Poteau, Okla., Myron Martin and wife, Janet of Knoxville, Md., and Roy Martin and wife, Rhoda of Hanover; and three sisters, Cynthia Ulrich and husband, Ross of Africa, Marie Allgyer and husband, David of Molina, Fla., and Melisa Myers and husband, Darel of Knoxville, Md.

Viewings and times to share memories with the family will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday and from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Hanover First Church of God, 600 Fairview Drive, Hanover. The funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday, November 26, 2014, at the church. Burial will be in York Road Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Markel's memory to the Hanover Mennonite School, 3080 York Road, Gettysburg, PA 17325. The Kenworthy Funeral Home, Inc., 269 Frederick St., Hanover, has been entrusted by the family with the funeral arrangements. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.kenworthyfh.com

Kenworthy Funeral Home
Hanover, PA
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Martin, Marlene Eberly, 60, of Manheim passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, August 20, 2014. The Lord called his angel home after a two year battle with cancer.

Born in Berks County, she was the daughter of the late Clayton and Emma Redcay Eberly. She was the loving wife of John Z. Martin, and they celebrated their 43rd wedding anniversary in February of this year. A homemaker, Marlene attended Elizabethtown United Zion Church. Her interests included gardening, cooking, baking, sewing and was a loving caregiver to family and many others. She loved to spend time with her family, especially enjoyed playing card games and traveling to the mountains.

Surviving, in addition to her husband, are two daughters, Brenda Mae wife of Dave Haines of Lock Haven, Jolene Lynn wife of Ben Trissler of Manheim; two grandchildren, Coral and Rolynn Trissler; and a sister, Dolores wife of Leon Weaver of Stevens.

She was preceded in death by two sisters, Ruth Habecker and Anna Sensenig.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend her funeral service at Ephrata United Zion Church, 408 East Fulton Street, Ephrata on Monday, August 25, 2014 at 10:00 AM. Interment in Memory Gardens, East Cocalico Township. There will be a public viewing at the Ephrata United Zion Church on Sunday from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM and again at the church on Monday morning from 9:00 AM until the time of service.

Intelligencer Journal - 8/22/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Mary A. Weaver, 96, of Ephrata, passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2014, at Fairmount Homes.

She was born in Earl Township to the late John and Lydia (High) Weaver and was the wife of the late Elvin M. Martin.

Mary was a member of Valley View Mennonite Church. She was a homemaker and had worked at Walter W. Moyer Co. and Martin's Country Market.

She is survived by 2 daughters, Mabel, wife of Allen Z. Martin of Ephrata, Mary Ann, wife of John B. Martin of Denver; 2 sons, J. Elvin, husband of Vera Martin of Ephrata, Leon E., husband of Marlene Martin of Leola; 10 grandchildren and 31 great grandchildren; 14 great-great grandchildren; a sister, Lydia, wife of David Leinbach of East Earl.

In addition to her husband and parents, she is preceded in death by 2 brothers, David and John Weaver; 2 sisters, Eva Weaver and Fannie Herr; 1 granddaughter and 2 great grandsons.

A viewing will be held on Wednesday, February 5, from 5 to 8 pm, at the Wheat Ridge Chapel at Fairmount Homes, 333 Wheat Ridge Dr., Ephrata. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, February 6, at 1:30 pm, at the Valley View Mennonite Church, Gockley Rd., Stevens, with Ministers Nelson Nolt, Harold Good, Clarence Good and Lamar Garman officiating. An additional viewing will take place following the service prior to interment in the adjoining church cemetery.

Kindly omit flowers.

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

Intelligencer Journal - 2/3/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Mary Alice Lippart "Mama Roadkill", 76, Sinking Spring, formerly of Denver & Ephrata, died Jan. 9, 2014, at Mt. Joy Hospice. Born in Curwensville, Clearfield Co., she was a daughter of the late Joseph C. and Dollie A. (Daub) Lippart, Jr. Mary worked for Dutchmaid Motel, Ephrata, where she was known for bread buttering; and Mohnton Knitmill, Inc. She cherished her grandchildren, loved bingo and shopping & traveling with her daughter-in-law, Dianne.

Surviving: daughters, Melody (Barry) Wanger, Denver; Brenda (Robert) Zimmerman, Ephrata; Lynda Martin, Reading; and Pamela Renz, and her significant other, Steve Martzall, Denver; sons, Glenn "Roadkill" (Dianne Buchter) Martin, Sinking Spring; and James Martin, Ohio; 18 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; 6 great-great-grandchildren; sister, Mona Yellets, Leola; brother, Glenn (Martha Weaver) Lippart, Lititz; and former husband, Clarence Martin, Reamstown.

Siblings Loretta Eshleman & Marlin "Whitey" Lippart predeceased her.

A celebration of life will be held Sunday, Jan. 19, from 1-4 PM, at Reamstown Community Center, 23 E. Church St., Reamstown, PA 17567. Rather than flowers, contributions to Hospice & Community Care - IPU Kitchen Fund, Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604. Good Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, Reamstown, is honored to be serving Mary Alice's family.

Intelligencer Journal - 1/12/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Mary M. Hoover, 79, of 333 Wheat Ridge Dr., Ephrata, formerly of Denver, died Sunday, January 26, 2014 at Fairmount Homes. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Lloyd W. Martin.

Born in Ephrata Twp., she was the daughter of the late Henry B. and Lizzie (Martin) Hoover.

Mary was a homemaker, did babysitting and worked at Oregon Dairy for several years.

She was a member of Indiantown Mennonite Church where she was a Sunday School teacher. She also enjoyed working on embroidery, quilting, and cooking.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by five children: Leon married to Resie Martin, Denver; Clair married to Jackie Martin, Hunlock Creek; Elaine married to Glenn Horning, Monmouth, ME; Jay married to Jeanette Martin, Denver; and Darryl married to Laurie Martin, Ephrata; 12 grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; five siblings: Henry Jr., married to Mabel Hoover, Ephrata; Raymond M. Hoover, Ephrata; Emma married to Amos Zimmerman, Ephrata; Edna Burkholder, Ephrata and Vera Martin, Ephrata.

She was preceded in death by a brother, Clarence Hoover.

Her funeral will be held on Friday, January 31, 2014 at 10 a.m. at Indiantown Mennonite Church with Pastors Neal Crouse, Jay Weaver and -Delmar Weaver officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery. A viewing will be held on Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Fairmount Homes, Wheat Ridge Chapel and at the church on Friday from 9 to 10 a.m. If desired, memorials may be sent to Fairmount Homes Sharing Fund, 333 Wheat Ridge Dr., Ephrata, PA 17522. The Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland is in charge of arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 1/28/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Melvin Z., 86, of Ephrata, formerly of New Holland, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2014, at his home.

He was born in Ephrata, to the late Ivan W. and Mary F. (Zimmerman) Martin and was the husband of the late Irene B. (Sensenig) Martin.

Melvin was a member of Weaver Pike Mennonite Church, Earl Township, and was a retired farmer.

Melvin is survived by 5 sons, Melvin S., husband of Sheryl (Heckert) Martin of Ephrata, Harold S. Martin of Denver, Norman S. Martin of New Holland, Warren S., husband of Yvonne M. (Stauffer) Martin of Ephrata, David S., husband of Frances A. (Stauffer) Martin of Port Trevorton; 3 daughters, Marion S., wife of Harvey B. Gehman of Port Trevorton, Marie S. Martin of New Holland, Martha S., wife of Dennis A. Martin of Ephrata; 33 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; a brother, Mervin, husband of Katheryn (Weaver) Martin of Ephrata; 2 sisters, Alma Martin of Ephrata, Bertha, wife of Weaver Auker of Ephrata; and a sister-in-law, Ada, the wife of the late Ivan Martin of Ephrata.

In addition to his wife, parents and brother, he was preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Joanna W. Martin; 2 grandchildren; and 3 sisters, Elsie, wife of the late Luke Stauffer, Elizabeth, wife of the late Frank Sensenig, Ruth, wife of the late Phares Brubacker.

A viewing will be held on Wednesday, January 29, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m., at the Dennis and Martha Martin residence, 311 E. Farmersville Rd., Ephrata. Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 9:15 a.m. from the Martin residence, with further services held at 10 a.m. from the Weaver Pike Mennonite Church, 28th Division Highway, Earl Township. Interment will follow in the adjoining church cemetery.

Kindly omit flowers.

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

Intelligencer Journal - 1/27/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Nathan Lee, 34, of Denver, PA, died May 26, 2014 at Lancaster General Hospital after a short illness. Born 1980 to Chester L. Martin & Linda (Good) Martin, Denver, PA. The family also wants to express our sincere appreciation to Nathan's loving birthparents, Robert and Lori (Hostetter) Fluke of Bradenton Beach, FL for lovingly blessing us with their most precious gift.

Survived by his parents, and a paternal grandmother, Hannah Elizabeth Martin, of Ephrata; two brothers, Kevin D. Martin, wife Kathy of Denver; Joey L. Richardson, wife Crystal of Narvon; two sisters, Cynthia D. Clark, husband Jason of Denver; and Krista R. Martin, of Denver. Nathan was a loving and devoted uncle of seven nephews and four nieces.

The services were May 31, 2014 at Village Chapel Mennonite Church in Voganville, PA The interment was in the Voganville Community Cemetery.

Source: The Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill, PA
By Leon Hertzler

Martin, Phillip Wayne, 5, of Little Britain, entered into rest on Thursday, July 10, 2014, following an accident at the family's home. Born in Georgetown, PA, he was a son of Thomas and Lena (Peters) Martin.

Phillip enjoyed attending Wrightsdale Baptist Church and doing all the fun things 5 year olds like to do.

Surviving besides his parents are a sister, Haley Christine Martin, and a brother, Colby Michel Martin, along with grandparents, Abe and Elizabeth Peters, and Mervin and Laura Martin.

Funeral Services will be on Wednesday, July 16, 2014, at 11:00 a.m. from Wrightsdale Baptist Church, 310 Little Britain Road, Peach Bottom, PA 17563. Traditional interment will follow in Little Britain Presbyterian Cemetery. Friends may visit with the family at the church from 9-11 a.m.

Please omit flowers; contributions may be made to Wrightsdale Baptist Church at the above address or to Oak Hill Church, 15 E. State St., Quarryville, PA 17566.

Dewald Funeral & Cremation Services in Quarryville is assisting the family.

Intelligencer Journal - 7/12/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Rhoda H. Thomas

Rhoda H. Martin, age 88, of Lititz, PA, passed away on Sunday, October 5, 2014, at Landis Homes in Lititz, PA.

Born in New Danville, PA, she was the daughter of the late Martin B. and Anna Harnish Thomas and wife of the late Harry G. Martin, who died in 1987.

Rhoda was employed in the food service department of the Mennonite Home in Lancaster. She previously had been employed at Pleasant Acres in York, PA.

She was a member of Rohrerstown Mennonite Church. She was formerly a member of the Stony Brook Mennonite Church.

Rhoda enjoyed Bible study, loved to garden, walk and spend time with friends and family. She had a wonderful sense of humor.

Surviving is a daughter, Beverly J. Martin, of Lancaster; a son, Richard L. Martin, husband of Michele, of Red Lion and a brother, Paul Thomas, of Goshen, IN and two grand cats. A son, James L. Martin, a daughter, Betty L. Martin; sisters, Esther Eisenberger and Ruth Thomas Taylor preceded Rhoda in death.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Rhoda's Life Celebration Funeral Service at Landis Homes East Bethany Chapel, 1001 E. Oregon Rd., Lititz, PA 17543, on Sunday, October 12, 2014 at 2:00 PM with Rev. Dennis Ernest officiating. Interment will be in Stony Brook Mennonite Cemetery in York, PA. The family will receive friends at Landis Homes on Sunday from 1:00 PM until time of service. Please omit flowers. If desired, memorial contributions may be sent in Rhoda's name to Landis Homes Caring Fund, 1001 E. Oregon Rd., Lititz, PA 17543 or Alzheimer's Association GPA, 3544 N. Progress Ave., Suite 205, Harrisburg, PA 17110-9638. To share your fondest memories of Rhoda, visit:
www.lifecelebration.com

LancasterOnLine, Lancaster, PA
Posted Oct. 9, 2014
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Martin, Richard H. "Dick", 90, died Saturday, June 14, 2014 at the Mennonite Home.

Born in Lancaster, PA, he was the son of the late Henry E. and Barbara S. (Hollinger) Martin.

He recently celebrated his 68th wedding anniversary with his loving wife, Esther K. (Keener) Martin.

Richard was a graduate of Manheim Township High School and the Lancaster Business College. He was a veteran of World War II, serving with the U.S. Army Medical Corps.

Richard was a partner at Henry E. Martin and Sons, International Truck Sales and Service, retiring from the family business at age 55. He then became Executive Director of Menno Housing and Tabor Community Services, pursuing his passion for providing low-income families with affordable housing. He also established and operated a food bank at Arbor Place in Lancaster City.

Throughout the years, Richard served faithfully at Neffsville Mennonite Church in various capacities.

Surviving in addition to his wife are his five children: Randolph H. Martin, husband of Sherry (DeRosay) Martin, Roger E. Martin, husband of Shirley (Richer) Martin, Julie (Martin) Beittel, wife of Richard A. Beittel, Richard H. Martin, husband of Pamela (Sylvester) Martin, and Jennie (Martin) Todd, wife of Don Todd. Also surviving are eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by brothers, Henry E. Martin and Eugene H. Martin.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a funeral service from Neffsville Mennonite Church, 2371 Lititz Pike, Lancaster, PA on Thursday, June 19th at 11:00 a.m.

Friends may call at the Kearney A. Snyder Funeral Home, 141 E. Orange St., Lancaster, PA on Wednesday, June 18th from 6:00-8:00 p.m., and at the church on Thursday from 10:00-11:00 a.m.

Interment will be in Landis Valley Mennonite Cemetery.

If desired, contributions in Mr. Martin's memory may be sent to: Hospice and Community Care, 685 Good Dr., P.O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125; Mennonite Home Benevolent Fund, 1520 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601 or Tabor Community Services, 308 E. King St., Lancaster, PA 17602.

Intelligencer Journal - 6/16/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Ruth Evangeline Nussbaum
Goshen, IN

Ruth E. Martin
BORN: October 15, 1926
DIED: June 17, 2014

Ruth Evangeline Martin, 87, Goshen, died at 9:12 a.m. June 17, 2014 at IU Health Goshen Hospital. She was born October 15, 1926 at Streetsboro, Ohio to Menno J. & Kate (Miller) Nussbaum. She married Allen S. Martin on January 4, 1955 in La Plata, Puerto Rico. He survives.

She attended Apple Creek (OH) High School for three years, and graduated as Valedictorian from Hesston Academy in 1944. She attended Hesston College in Kansas and received an AA in 1948. In 1949-50 she did voluntary service at La Plata Mennonite Project in Puerto Rico. In 1953 she graduated from Eastern Mennonite College with in Elementary Education. She taught school in Kansas, Idaho, and Puerto Rico. She taught grades K-2 at Academia Menonita Summit Hills, in San Juan, during the school's initial years of operation, where she was a founding director.

She always enjoyed music and participated in choirs at colleges and churches she attended. She read widely, enjoying literature, poetry, history, inspirational writings, and newspapers to keep informed of local and world news. She loved puns and a good game of Scrabble.

While her husband was in active medical practice in Shipshewana she was a member of the Indiana Medical Auxiliary Assn. for many years. She committed her life to Christ as a young girl, and was baptized as an early elementary child. In her later years she was a member of College Mennonite Church in Goshen.

She is survived by four daughters, Anita Martin, MD (Russ Vernon), Yorktown, IN; Rebecca Martin (Jim Picht), Hudson, OH; Rachel Stutzman (Steve), Topeka, KS; and Linda Martin Burkholder (Brian), Harrisonburg, VA; two sons, David A. Martin, MD (Debra), Knoxville, TN; and Jerald Martin, Baton Rouge, LA; fourteen grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death are brothers, George H. (Viola) Nussbaum and John W. Nussbaum.

Family and friends are invited to a memorial service at College Mennonite Church, 1900 S. Main St., Goshen on Saturday, June 28 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts can be made to Mennonite Mission Network, P.O. Box 370, Elkhart, IN 46515-0370.

Rieth-Rohrer-Ehret Funeral Home
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Martin, Ruth E. Nussbaum, 87, of Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN died June 17, 2014 at the same place. She was born October 15, 1926 at Streetsboro, Ohio to Menno J. and Kate (Miller) Nussbaum. On January 4, 1955 at La Plata, Puerto Rico she was married to Allen S. Martin, who was born June 2, 1930 and survives.

Surviving are children, Anita Martin (Russ Vernon), Rebecca Martin (Jim Picht), Rachel (Steve) Stutzman, Linda (Brian) Martin Burkholder, David A. (Debra) Martin, and Jerold Martin, 14 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren.

Two brothers, George H. Nussbaum, and John W. Nussbaum preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held June 28, 2014 at College Mennonite Church, Goshen, IN with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Diana Hershberger,, Goshen, IN
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Martin, Ruth L. Leaman
Aug. 26, 1918 - Aug. 30, 2014

GOSHEN - Ruth Leaman Martin, 96, of Goshen, died at 5:45 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 30, at Greencroft Healthcare in Goshen.

She was born Aug. 26, 1918, in Lancaster, Pa., to the late M. Rohrer Leaman and Elizabeth (Leaman) Leaman.

She married Enos G. Martin on Nov. 16, 1946, in Lancaster.

Surviving are her children, Esther (William) Gibble of Manheim, Pa., Miriam (David) Nichols of Choctaw, Okla., and Jay (Christine) Martin of Elkhart; six grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, granddaughter Susan Christophel in 1976, and five sisters.

She was a member of North Goshen Mennonite Church and was part of the Auxiliary at Greencroft. She enjoyed needlework, plants and flowers.

Visitation will for two hours prior to the 3 p.m. Friday, Sept. 5, funeral service at Rieth-Rohrer-Ehret Funeral Home, 311 S. Main St., Goshen. Pastor Mark Schloneger will officiate. Burial will be in Yellow Creek Cemetery County.

Memorial contributions may be made to North Goshen Mennonite Church or Greencroft Healthcare. Online condolences may be sent at www.rrefh.com.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Sept. 3, 2014
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Martin, Ruth Z. Zimmerman, 87, of 192 Reading Rd., East Earl, died Sunday, November 30, 2014 at her home. Her husband of 60 years, Ivan W. Martin, survives.

Born in Bowmansville, she was the daughter of the late Allen and Lydia (Musser) Zimmerman.

Early in her life, Ruth worked as a seamstress in a sewing factory, but spent most of her years as a homemaker. She was a member of Goodville Mennonite Church and enjoyed quilting and reading.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by five children: Lester Z. married to Janet (Nolt) Martin, Morgantown; Wilmer Z. married to Joyce (Kauffman) Martin, Reading; Nelson Z. Martin, at home; Janice Z. Martin, Landisville; Diane Z. married to Grant Price, Pennsburg; and two grandchildren: Julie married to Todd Weber and Chad married to Michelle (Ringler) Martin.

She was preceded in death by three siblings: John and George Zimmerman and Verna Shirk.

Her funeral will be held on Wednesday, December 3, 2014 at 2 p.m. at Goodville Mennonite Church with Pastors Bruce Sauder and Kelly Martin officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery. A viewing will be held at the church on Tuesday from 6 ? 8 p.m. and Wednesday from 1 -2 p.m. Kindly omit flowers. The Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill is in charge of arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 12/1/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Salome, age 58, of Elmira, Ont. died April 19, 2014 at Martin's Rest Home, Elmira, daughter of Elias and Elizabeth (Martin) Martin

Survived by her sibings Abner and Almeda Martin, Naomi and Ernest Frey, Samuel and Grace Martin, Anna and Lloyd Bauman, David and Marlene Martin and Earl and Carol Martin. Also lovingly remembered by 46 nieces and nephews and their families.

She was predeceased by a sister-in-law, Doris Martin. Salome lived a fulfilling life.

A family service was at the Dreisinger Funeral Home chapel on Tuesday, 22, 2014 at 9 a.m. then to North Woolwich Mennonite Meeting House for interment and further public service.

Source: Dreisinger Funeral Home, Elmira, Ont
By Leon Hertzler

Martin, Sarah Jewel

MYERSTOWN - Sarah Jewel Martin, infant daughter of Leroy and Karen Zimmerman Martin, died Thursday, May 1, 2014, in the Reading Hospital and Medical Center, West Reading.

Surviving in addition to her parents are brothers, Micah, Jacob, and Jesse, and sister, Abigail Martin, all at home; grandparents, Leroy and Miriam Martin, Lebanon, David and Esther Zimmerman, Myerstown; great-grandmother, Lena Martin, Myerstown; and great-grandfather, Noah Hurst, Ephrata.

Graveside services will be held Tuesday, May 6, 2014 at 20 p.m. in the Hamlin Mennonite Cemetery, 2284 Mt. Zion Road, Lebanon. PLEASE OMIT FLOWERS. Clauser Funeral Home, Inc. is handling her arrangements.

Lebanon Daily News - 5/5/2014
Lebanon, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Sherrill G. Beiler, 67, of Reading Road, East Earl, went home to be with the Lord early Thursday morning, Sept. 25, 2014, at home following a brief illness. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth E. Martin, with whom she shared 48 years of marriage.

A daughter of the late Elmer K. and Rebecca (Kennel) Beiler, she had lived in East Earl since 1970. She was a member of Weaverland Mennonite Church where she had been Librarian until recently, as well as previously teaching Sunday School.

Sherrill was a 1964 graduate of L.M.S. and an L.P.N. graduate of Lancaster School of Nursing, having worked briefly at Jennersville Hospital. She later worked parttime for Conestoga Wood Specialties for 25 years.

She enjoyed walking, gardening, and traveling, but her greatest passion for the past 18 years was the countless hours she invested into the lives of her eight grandchildren.

Surviving in addition to her husband are her sons, Kent M., married to Cindy (Martin) Martin of Mohnton, Devon W., married to Amy S. (Martin) Martin of Newmanstown, and Delayne G. Martin of Stevens, eight grandchildren, and her sisters, Joy Horst, Reinholds, Sue, married to Tim Fisher, Lancaster, and J. Marlene Beiler of Lancaster, and her brother, E. Kenneth, married to Judy (Thompson) Beiler.

She was preceded in death by an infant brother, Marlin.

A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 30, at 11:00 a.m. at Weaverland Mennonite Church, East Earl, with Pastors Don Weaver, Duane Weber and Nevin Hurst officiating. Please note there will be not be any visitation time prior to the service on Tuesday. A viewing will be held on Monday from 6-9 p.m. at the Church. Interment will be private at convenience of the family. If desired, memorial contributions may be sent to Hospice & Community Care, P.O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125. Arrangements are with Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland.

Intelligencer Journal - 9/26/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, Wayne W., 88, of New Holland, formerly of Goodville, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 16, 2014 at Garden Spot Village.

Born in Goodville, he was the son of the late Wayne Sauder and Anna (Witmer) Martin. He was married 69 years on Dec. 31 to Betty (Gehman) Martin.

Wayne owned and operated Goodville Insurance Management in Goodville for many years. He was a lifetime member of Goodville Mennonite Church and served on the board of Teen Challenge of Rehrersburg, Goodville Mutual Casualty Company, and Mennonite Mutual Indemnity.

He had a lifelong interest in computers and technology and volunteered at the Ephrata Re-Uzit refurbishing computers. He also helped bring Goodville Mutual into the digital age. He was earlier a private pilot while working for Goodville Mutual.

Surviving in addition to his wife are five children, Phyllis J. Strickland of Goodville, Donna M., married to Larry Seiler of Auburn, IN, Sandra Jane, married to Donald Wilt of Etters, PA, Wayne Gary, married to Marilyn (Strutchens) Martin of Auburn, AL, Corinne Joan, married to Lamine Diop of Harrisonburg, VA; four grandchildren; and five great grandchildren.

Preceding him in death is a grandson, Iba Wayne Diop; and three sisters, A. Grace Graybill, Rita Martin, and Evelyn Martin.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, Jan. 20 at 10 a.m. at Goodville Mennonite Church, 1556 Main St., Goodville, PA with the Reverends Bruce Sauder, Nelson Martin and Kelly Martin officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing will be held on Sunday at Garden Spot Village Chapel, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland from 6-8 p.m. and on Monday at the Church from 9-10 a.m. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Goodville Mennonite Church, address above, or Hospice and Community Care of Lancaster, 655 Good Drive, P. O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604. To send the family online condolences visit us at www.groffeckenroth.com. Arrangements by Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland.

Intelligencer Journal - 1/18/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Martin, William Z., Jr., 99, formerly of 172 Hill Rd., New Holland, died Tuesday, January 21, 2014 at Richland Christian Home. His wife, Frances B. (Zimmerman) Martin, preceded him in death in 2008.

Born in Earl Twp., he was the son of the late William Z. and Anna (Zimmerman) Martin.

He was a farmer and hauled cattle. He was a member of Pequea Mennonite Church.

Surviving are six children: Minerva married to Norman M. Martin, Stevens; Grace married to Elmer Martin, Leola; Leonard married to Joyce L. (Good) Martin, New Holland; Lorraine married to David G. Burkholder, British Columbia; Janet married to Raymond W. Weaver, New Holland; William III married to Marilyn K. (Zeiset) Martin, New Holland; 31 grandchildren; 99 great grandchildren; 15 great-great grandchildren; a sister, Elva Stauffer, Ephrata and a brother, Leon married to Clara Martin, Ephrata; and a sister-in-law, Ada Martin, Stouchsburg.

In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by a son-in-law, Raymond Hurst; a grandson, Randall Martin; four brothers: Paul, Harvey, Landis, and Louis Martin and four sisters: Mary Zimmerman, Anna Martin, Elsie Stauffer, and Lydia Burkholder.

His funeral will be held on Monday, January 27, at 9:15 a.m. at Fairmount Homes Farm Crest Chapel with further services at 10 a.m. at Pequea Mennonite Church with Bishop Curvin Zimmerman, Paul Newswanger, Marlin Zimmerman, and Richard Burkholder officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery. A viewing will be held on Sunday from 5-8 p.m. at the Fairmount Homes Farm Crest Chapel, 1100 Farm Crest Dr., Ephrata. Kindly omit flowers. The Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland is in charge of arrangements.

LancasterOnLine, Lancaster, PA
January 24, 2014
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Martin, Wilma ~ Baby Wilma went to be with her Lord on the day she was born, Saturday, April 26, 2014, at Grand River Hospital, Kitchener, Ont.

Surived by her parents David and Mary (Weber) Martin of West Montrose, Ont. and her five brothers Steven, Lorne, Clare, Stuart, and Leroy. She will be missed by her paternal grandmother Susannah Martin and maternal grandparents Henry and Mary Weber. Predeceased by her paternal grandfather Elo G. Martin.

A private family graveside service will be conducted at Winterbourne Mennonite Meeting House.

Source: Dreisinger Funeral Home Elmira, Ont
By Leon Hertzler

Mast, Arlene M. Lehman
July 3, 1934 - June 22, 2014

NAPPANEE - Arlene M. Mast, 79, of Nappanee, died at 7:15 a.m. Sunday, June 22, at Elkhart General Hospital, after a brief illness. She had been a patient there for two weeks.

She was born July 3, 1934, in Nappanee to Wilbur and Pearl (Ganger) Lehman.

On Aug. 17, 1952, she married Robert J. Mast at North Main Street Mennonite Church in Nappanee. He preceded her in death Jan. 18, 2014.

Arlene lived her life in Nappanee and was a 1952 graduate of Nappanee High School. She was a homemaker and assisted in the family business, Mast Upholstering. Arlene loved her family and grandchildren. She attended Nappanee Missionary Church and Bay Shore Mennonite Church in Sarasota, Fla., where she spent the winters.

Surviving are her children, Marcia (Jerry) Bernaert of New Paris, Denny (Karen) Mast and Jim (Patty) Mast, both of Nappanee; grandchildren Jason Mast, Michelle Marshall, Adam Mast, Lindsey Ramer, Ben Bernaert and Darin Bernaert; great-grandchildren Tenley and Paisley Marshall; sister, Marilyn (Lewis) Hochstedler of Nappanee; and brother, Paul (Mary Alice) Lehman of Elkhart.

She was also preceded in death by a son, Ronald Mast.

Family and friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 25, at Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, and for one hour prior to the 10:30 a.m. funeral service Thursday, June 26, at Nappanee Missionary Church. Pastor Chris Knight will officiate and burial will be in Union Center Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be given to Nappanee Missionary Church.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
June 23, 2014
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Mast, Christopher Robin, 47, of Broadway, VA died January 23, 2014. He was born on March 7, 1966, in Harrisonburg, VA., to Christine Christophel Mast Hill, of Dayton, and Vernon Amos Mast, of Broadway. His wife was Lynette Good Mast, of Broadway, VA. Chris was a member of Park View Mennonite Church.

Survived by his wife Lynette and three children, Anna Michaela, Sylvia Grace and Gabriel Isaac Mast; one sister, Vicki Nolt and husband Wes; two brothers, Roger Mast and wife Cheryl, and Andre Mast and wife Gloria; his step-mother, Karen Mast, step-father, Ralph Hill, and 12 nieces and nephews.

Funeral service was January 27, 2014 at the Park View Mennonite Church conducted by Rev. Phil Kniss

Source: McMullen Funeral Home Harrisonburg, VA
By Leon Hertzler

Mast, David K., 93, of Tel Hai Retirement Community, Honey Brook, formerly of Coatesville, died Monday, April 21, 2014 at Tel Hai.

Born in Caernarvon Twp., Lancaster County, he was the son of the late Christian Z. and Della (Kurtz) Mast. His wife, Miriam H. (King) Mast, died Jan. 9, 2009.

David was a farmer and nutritional consultant, retiring in 2005.

He was a member of Rockville Mennonite Church.

Surviving are two children, David Wayne, married to Marie (Gates) Mast of Birdsboro, and Emily Grace, married to Paul Yantzi of Tavistock, Ont.; a daughter-in-law, Patricia (Kennel) Mast of Coatesville; five granddaughters; and nine great grandchildren.

Preceding him in death is a son, Steven Mast, in 2011; a great granddaughter, Evie Schmidt; and two brothers, John H. and Melvin Mast.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 25, at 10:30 a.m. at Rockville Mennonite Church, 210 Cupola Road, Honey Brook with the Reverend Leon Shirk officiating. Interment will be in the Pine Grove Cemetery, Elverson. Viewing will be held on Friday from 9 - 10:30 a.m. at the Church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Tel Hai Care Assurance Fund, PO Box 190, Honey Brook, PA 19344. To send the family online condolences, visit us at www. groffeckenroth.com. Arrangements by Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland.

Intelligencer Journal - 4/23/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Mast, Jace Michael, infant son of Earl and Esther (Lambright) Mast of Topeka, was stillborn at 9:40 pm on Monday, July 28, 2014 at Dupont Hospital,
Fort Wayne.

Survivors in addition to his parents are a brother, Evan Wade Mast at home; grandparents, Richard & Carolyn Lambright and Christy &
Frieda Mast, all of Topeka, great-grandmothers, Mary Miller of Topeka and Mary Kathryn Lambright of Shipshewana.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Eric Jon Mast.

The family will hold a graveside service at 4:00 pm on Wednesday July 30, at Honeyville Cemetery, Topeka. Services will be conducted by Bishop Ervin M. Miller of the Old Order Amish Church.

Miller-Stewart Funeral Home
Middlebury, IN
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Mast, Lola M. Slabaugh

Born: July 9, 1917
Died: February 19, 2014
Services: Funeral 3:00 P.M., Saturday, February 22, 2014 at the Howard-Miami Mennonite Church. Visitation from 9:30 to 11:30 A.M. and 12:30 to 2:30 P.M., Saturday, at the church, prior to the service.

Lola M. Mast, 96, of Kokomo, IN, passed away at 10:25 A.M., Wednesday, February 19, 2014 at her residence. She was born in Miami County, IN on July 9, 1917 the daughter of Niles and Sadie Hoffman Slabaugh. Lola married Gerald R. Mast, in her home, on December 29, 1938 and he preceded her in death on September 4, 1997.

Lola was a 1935 graduate of Clay Township High School and she was the last living member of her class. She was a member of the Howard-Miami Mennonite Church. Lola lovingly raised her family in the home she was born in and lived her entire life. Lola and Gerald wintered in Florida for several years.

Lola is survived by her daughters, Waneta Haarer and her husband Don of Goshen, IN, Joyce Golden and her husband Jerry of Goshen, IN, a son, Weldon Mast and his wife Linda of Kokomo, IN, 9 Grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; and a son-in-law, Clifford Frey of Goshen, IN. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Gerald, sisters, Beatrice and Vera, a brother Truman, an infant brother, Ralph Emerson, and a daughter Wanda Mast Frey

A service celebrating the life of Lola M. Mast will be held at 3:00 P.M., Saturday, February 22, 2014 at the Howard-Miami Mennonite Church with Rev. Harold Mast officiating. Burial will follow at Mast Cemetery. Family and friends will gather from 9:30 to 11:30 A.M. and 12:30 to 2:30 P.M., Saturday, at the church, prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Howard-Miami Mennonite Church.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Laird-Eddy Funeral Home, Amboy, IN

Eddy Funeral Homes
Peru, IN
Submitted by: Andrea Buller Golden

Mast, Robert J.
July 18, 1932 - Jan. 18, 2014

NAPPANEE - Robert J. Mast, 81, of Nappanee, died at 4 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 18, at Doctor's Hospital in Sarasota, Fla., where he had been a patient for four days, after an extended illness.

He was born July 18, 1932, in Nappanee to the late Jacob and Amanda (Miller) Mast.

On Aug. 17, 1952, he married Arlene Lehman at North Main Street Mennonite Church in Nappanee.

Mr. Mast was a lifetime resident of Nappanee. He founded Mast Upholstering in 1954, which continues today as a family business. He attended Nappanee Missionary Church. Robert was a member of Gideons and the John Deere 2-Cylinder Club. He had also been a Fuller Brush dealer.

Mr. Mast is survived by his wife, Arlene; daughter Marcia (Jerry) Bernaert of New Paris; sons Denny (Karen) Mast and Jim (Patty) Mast, both of Nappanee; grandchildren Jason Mast, Michelle Marshall, Adam Mast, Lindsey Mast, Ben Bernaert and Darin Bernaert; great-grandchildren Tenley Mast and Paisley Mast; and brothers Lester (Eloise) Mast of Milford and Ray (Marge) Mast of Valparaiso.

He was preceded in death by a son, Ronald, and a brother, Gilbert.

Family and friends may call from 3 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 22, at Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, and for one hour prior to the funeral service, which will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 23, at Nappanee Missionary Church. Pastor Norm Reimer and Pastor Marvin Engbrecht will officiate. Burial will be in Union Center Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be given to Nappanee Missionary Church.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Jan. 21, 2014
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Mast, Ruby Miller
Dec. 19, 1919 - Feb. 19, 2014

NAPPANEE - Ruby Mast, 94, of Nappanee, died at 7:23 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19, at Miller's Merry Manor, Wakarusa.

On Feb. 21, 1940, she married Abe L. Mast. He preceded her in death Oct. 23, 1996.

Surviving are two sons, Levi A. Mast of Montezuma, Ga., and Edwin A. Mast of Goshen; four daughters, Rachel Graber of Sarasota, Fla., Irene Yoder of Wakarusa and Anna Lou Helmuth and Marie Wengerd, both of Nappanee; 19 grandchildren; 44 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; three brothers, Edward R. Miller of Goshen, Marvin D. Miller of Middlebury and Roman Miller Jr. of Nappanee; three sisters, Katie Mullet of Etna Green, Elnora Yoder of Nappanee and Lydia Mae Yoder of Sarasota.

Family and friends may call from 1 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22, at United Christian School in Nappanee. A funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 23, at Fairview A. M. Church.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Feb. 22, 2014
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Maust, Wilbur "Bill" Richard, 80, of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada died July 2, 2014 at the same place from cancer.

He was born April 1, 1934 at Bad Axe, MI to Richard and Elizaberth Viola (Gunden) Maust. Richard was born February 21, 1893 and died April 30, 1982. Elizabeth was born June 10, 1896 anddied May 6, 1981.

On August 2, 1958 at Harrisonburg, VA he was married to Miriam Pellman, who was born December 15, 1935 and survives.

Surviving are children, Chris Maust (Liz Albertson), and Janice Maust Hedrick (Tim Hedrick); four grandchildren, and a brother, Clayton Maust (Thelma).

His siblings, Arthur, Earl, Alta, Edgar, Doris, Fern, and Josephine preceded him in death.

Visitation was July 6, 2014.
Memorial services were held August 9, 2014 at Waterloo North Mennonite Church, Waterloo, Ontario with burial in Roseville Mennonite Cemetery, Roseville, Ontario .

Submitted by: Tim Hedrick Waterloo, ON
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Mellinger, J. Harold, 78, of Mechanicsburg and formerly of Wrightsville, passed away Wednesday, July 2, 2014. Born March 9, 1936 in East Lampeter Township, he was a son of the late Jacob K. Mellinger and Bertha D. (Leaman) Hershey.

He retired as a machinist from Flinchbaugh Engineering Inc., Hallam and had been a welder and inspector with Alto Corporation and Sandvik Inc. of York. He was a member of Grantham BIC Church. Harold enjoyed life at Messiah Village, especially taking courses through the Pathways Institute and volunteering as a shuttle car driver.

Surviving are his wife, Lucy (Lehman) Mellinger; 2 daughters, Edie Asbury and husband Dan of Mechanicsburg, Ginnie Romero and husband Sergio of Chesapeake, VA; 9 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren; and 2 sisters, Lois Mellinger of Strasburg and Martha Martin of Seneca Rocks, WV.

In addition to his parents, Harold was preceded in death by his first wife, Edna M. (Brubaker) Mellinger, and 2 sisters, Erma Shirk and Ellene Myer.

Services 3:00 p.m. Sunday, July 6, at Grantham BIC Church where there will be a visitation from 2:00 p.m. Burial will be in Manor BIC Church Cemetery, Lancaster at the convenience of the family.

Intelligencer Journal - 7/5/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Metzler, Eugene K., 87, of Manheim, died unexpectedly on Monday, September 15, 2014 while visiting his wife at the Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Penn Township, he was the son of the late John N. and Mary B. Kready Metzler. He was a 1944 graduate of Manheim High School.

Eugene was the loving husband of Jean S. Hollinger Metzler, and they observed their 65th wedding anniversary in February of this year. For most of his life, Eugene was the owner and operator of the family farm in Rapho Township. Eugene also worked throughout the years for the Manheim Auto Auction, helped at numerous farmers markets for Richard M. Heagy's Meats, and S. Clyde Weavers of East Petersburg, and the former Carper's Meats in Manheim. He was an active and faithful member of Erisman Mennonite Church where he served as a former trustee. His interests included: photography, watching his bluebirds, caring for sheep in his beautiful pasture, flower gardening, playing the mandolin, and listening to Southern Gospel Music. He will be remembered by his family for his strong Christian faith, for his passionate love for family, and for his gentle and caring spirit.

Surviving in addition to his wife, Jean, are four children: K. Marlene wife of Gary L. Knode of Shippensburg, Darwin husband of Pat Hosler Metzler of Lititz, Gerald husband of Mary Stoudt Metzler of Harleysville, C. LeAnn wife of Rick Parmer of Mount Joy, 11 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, four brothers: Earl husband of Rhoda Metzler of Willow Street, Richard husband of Reba Metzler, Glenn husband of Faye Metzler, Carl husband of Marian Metzler, all of Manheim, and a sister, Joann wife of John Herr of Lititz.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Eugene's memorial service at the Erisman Mennonite Church, 8 South Erisman Road, Manheim, on Sunday, October 5, 2014 at 4:00 PM. The family will receive friends at the church on Sunday afternoon from 2:30 PM till the time of the service. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family in Erisman Mennonite Cemetery.

Intelligencer Journal - 9/18/2014
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Meyers, Sherry J. Weldy
May 21, 1965 - Jan. 12, 2014

WAKARUSA - Sherry Jo Meyers, 48, of Wakarusa, died at 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 12, 2014, at home.

She was born May 21, 1965, in Elkhart to Harold and Virginia (Holaway) Weldy.

Surviving are her children, Justin Williams (Tim Flickinger) of Wakarusa, Stephanie Meyers of Nappanee and Heather Meyers of Wakarusa; mother Virginia Weldy of Wakarusa; sisters Sara (Mike) Reynolds of Wakarusa, Sue (Dave) Weaver of Golfport, Miss., and Sandra Weldy of Richmond, Va.; and brothers Henry (Judy) Weldy of White Pigeon, Mich., Dan Weldy of Syracuse and Mike (Cindie) Weldy of Wakarusa.

She was preceded in death by her father, Harold Weldy, and stepfather, Joe Skiles.

She worked at Forrest River (previously Champion, and Firan) in Elkhart for 29 years. She was a member of Holdeman Mennonite Church, Wakarusa. She attended Penn High School. Sherry had a big heart, and was always looking to help everyone.

"Best mom ever."

Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2014, at Rieth-Rohrer-Ehret-Lienhart Funeral Home, 117 W. Waterford St., Wakarusa, and for one hour prior to the 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 16, 2014, funeral service at Holdeman Mennonite Church, Wakarusa. Burial will be in Olive (West) Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to IU Health Center for Cancer Care. Online condolences may be sent at www.rrefh.com.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Jan. 2014
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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