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.
2019
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Hackman, Norman Moyer, 93, of Lansdale, Montgomery Co., PA died July 26, 2019 at the same place. He was born August 18, 1925 at Souderton, Montgomery Co., PA to Harrison L. and Lizzie (Moyer) Hackman. On September 26, 1948 he was married to Elizabeth "Betty" Halteman, who was born April 3, 1928 and survives.
Surviving are children, Nina (James) Landis; Daryl (Barbara) Hackman; and Lorie (Calvin) Yoder; eight grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren; and four sisters, Katie Martin, Naomi Alstein, Pauline Nice, and Eva Hershey.
Five brothers, Laaden, Samual, Leroy, Nelson, Paul, and Harrison
preceded him in death.
Memorial services were held August 2, 2019 at Plains Mennonite Church, Hatfield, Montgomery Co., PA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Hahn, Lois Fern Marks
January 5, 1926 - June 25, 2019
Lois Fern Hahn, 93, Goshen, formerly of Wakarusa, died 5:50 p.m. Tuesday, June 25, 2019 at Greencroft Healthcare. She was born Jan. 5, 1926 in Elkhart County to William Edward & Edith (Hunsberger) Marks. On Dec. 21, 1963, she married Willis Hahn and he died Jan. 29, 2001.
Surviving are step-daughters, Phyllis (Wilmer) Miller Martin, Sarasota, Florida and Waterloo, Canada, Miriam (Michael) Shaffer, Mishawaka, step-son, Maynard L. (Marilyn) Hahn, Wakarusa, brother-in-law, Kenneth Eckert, Osceola, 6 step-grandchildren and 4 step-great-grandchildren.
Preceding her in death are her parents, husband, Willis, brothers, Lowell Marks & Clyde Marks, sisters, Grace Davidhizar, Ruth Davidhizar, Leona Eckert and a step-son-in-law, Joseph Miller Jr.
Lois was a 1944 graduate of Wakarusa High School, a 1948 graduate of Goshen College and a member of Olive Mennonite Church. She was a missionary to Ethiopia, teacher in Ethiopia and Wa-Nee School district in Locke and Harrison Elementary.
Visitation will be 9-10:30 a.m. Friday, June 28, 2019, with the service following at 10:30 a.m., all at Olive Mennonite Church, 61081 CR 3, Elkhart. Pastors Bob & Enid Schloneger will officiate. Burial will follow at Olive (West) Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) or Eastern Mennonite Board of Missions.
Rieth-Rohrer-Ehret-Lienhart Funeral Home, Wakarusa, is handling arrangements.
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Hahn, Lois Fern Marks, 93, of Wakarusa, Elkhart Co., IN died June 25, 2019 at Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN. She was born January 5, 1926 in Elkhart Co., IN to William and Edith (Hunsberger) Marks. On December 21, 1963 she was married to Willis Hahn, who died January 29, 2001.
Surviving are step-daughters: Phyllis (Wilmer) Miller Martin, and Miriam (Michael) Shaffer; and a step-son, Maynard L. (Marilyn) Hahn, six step-grandchildren, four step-great-grandchildren.
Brothers: Lowell Marks and Clyde Marks; sisters, Grace Davidhizar, Ruth Davidhizar, Leona Eckert, and Ethel Hahn
preceded her in death.
Memorial services were held June 28, 2019 at Olive Mennonite Church, Elkhart, IN with burial in Olive West Cemetery.
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Hahn, Lois Fern Marks, 93, of Goshen, formerly from Wakarusa, both in Elkhart Co., IN, died June 25, 2019 at Greencroft Nursing facility, Goshen.
She was born January 5, 1926 in Elkhart Co., IN to William Edward and Edith Lehman (Hunsberger) Marks. William was born June 18, 1888 and died in July 1974. Edith was born December 5, 1890 and died April 17, 1976.
On December 21, 1963 in St. Joseph Co., IN she was married to Willis Maynard Hahn, who was born February 4, 1914 and died January 29, 2001.
Surviving are stepchildren, Phyllis Ilene Miller Martin( Wilmer) Waterloo, Ontario and Sarasota, Florida, Maynard Leroy (Marilyn) Wakarusa, Indiana and Miriam Ellen (Michael) Shaffer, Mishawaka, Indiana, six stepgrandchildren, eight stepgreat-grandchildren and a brother-in-law Kenneth Eckert.
A step son-in-law Joseph Miller, Jr., brothers: Donald Marks, Willis Marks, Lowell Marks, Clyde Marks, and sisters: Ethel Hahn, Grace Davidhizar, Ruth Davidhizar, Leona Eckert, and Joan Marks preceded her in death.
Lois was a teacher and a missionary with the Eastern Mennonite Mission Board to Addis Abba, Ethopia, 1953-1963. She taught school in the Wa-Nee School district of Locke and Harrison Elementary.
Memorial services were held June 29, 2019 at Olive Mennonite Church, Elkhart Co., IN with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Haines, Roger P., 86, Elkhart, formerly of Beech Road, Mishawaka, died 8:40 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 2, 2019 at his home. He was born Sept. 30, 1932 in Dowagiac, Michigan to Percival J. & Emma (Schrock) Haines. He married Charlene (Sommer) Haines on Sept. 16, 1956.
Surviving is his wife, Charlene, Elkhart, son, Brad (Lela) Haines, Elkhart, daughters, Stephanie (Pastor Carl) Horner, Wakarusa, Stacy (Brian) Krahn, Mishawaka, 14 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, brothers, Lewis Haines, Goshen, Marion (Rose) Haines, Wakarusa and Richard Haines of Thailand.
Preceding him in death are his parents, brother, Leland Haines and sister-in-law, Violet Haines.
Roger was General Contractor of Haines and Haines. He was a member of Olive Mennonite Church. Roger enjoyed traveling with his wife and was interested in antique cars which he also restored.
Visitation will be 1-5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9, 2019 and one hour prior to the 3 p.m. funeral service on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019, all at Olive Mennonite Church, 61081 CR 3, Elkhart. Pastor Carl Horner, son-in-law, will officiate. Burial will be in Olive (West) Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to the Olive Mennonite Church.
Rieth-Rohrer-Ehret-Lienhart Funeral Home, Wakarusa, is handling arrangements.
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Haines, Roger P., 86, of Mishawaka, St. Joseph Co., IN died February 2, 2019 at Elkhart, IN. He was born September 30, 1932 at Dowagiac, MI to Percival J. and Emma (Schrock) Haines. On September 16, 1956 he was married to Charlene Sommer, who survives.
Surviving are children, Brad (Lela) Haines; Stephanie (Carl) Horner; and Stacy (Brian) Krahn; 14 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; and three brothers, Lewis Haines, Marion (Rose) Haines, and Richard Haines.
A brother, Leland Haines preceded him in death.
Memorial services were held February 10, 2019 at Olive Mennonite Church, Elkhart, IN with burial in Olive West, Elkhart, IN.
Harder, Katherine Suderman, 91, of Mountain Lake, Cottonwood Co., MN died June 30, 2019 at the same place.
She was born May 14, 1928 at Reedley, Fresno Co., CA to Abraham P. Suderman and Katharina "Tina" (Boldt). Abraham was born June 20, 1889 and died January 17, 1964. Tina was born March 3, 1891 and died December 10, 1996.
On October 27, 1950 at Reedley, CA she was married to Lawrence Frank Harder, who was born March 12, 1922 and survives.
Surviving are children, Judy (George) Franz, Janet Harder, Steve (Judy) Harder, Jonathan (Laura) Harder, and Charles Philip (Wanda) Harder; ten grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.
Two sisters, Susan Reimer and Regina Suderman, and two brothers, Hank Suderman and Dan Suderman preceded her in death.
Memorial services were held July 7, 2019 at Community Bible Church, Mountain Lake, MN with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Harley, Thelma Mae Wenger
October 28, 1915 - November 21, 2019
Thelma Mae Harley, 104, Goshen, died 11:55 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019 at Greencroft Healthcare. She was born Oct. 28, 1915 in Honey Brook, Pennsylvania, to A. Martin & Martha (Rock) Wenger. On Nov. 28, 1935 in Telford, Pennsylvania, she married Paul Lockart Harley and he died Nov. 29, 2009.
Surviving are a daughter, Kathleen M. Aeschliman, Albany, Oregon, sons, P. David (Sylvia Baker) Harley, Baker, Nevada, John W. (Elaine) Harley, Goshen, 8 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, 5 great-great-grandchildren and several step-grandchildren & step-great-grandchildren & step-great-great-grandchildren.
Preceding her in death are her parents, husband, infant daughter, Marie & infant son, Timothy, 2 daughters-in-law, Sarah & Janet Harley, son-in-law, Merlin Aeschliman and siblings, J.C. Wenger, Warren Wenger, Herbert Wenger and Ruth Rosenberger.
Thelma was a homemaker and a member of North Goshen Mennonite Church.
Visitation will be 1-2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 25, 2019, at Rieth-Rohrer-Ehret Funeral Home, 311 S. Main St., Goshen. At 2 p.m. a procession will leave to go to Violett Cemetery for a graveside service. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be directed to Mennonite Central Committee or Goshen College.
Harshberger, Roman E.
April 18, 1949 - October 28, 2019
Roman E. Harshberger, age 70, of Nappanee, passed away Monday, October 28, 2019 at his residence. He was born April 18, 1949 in Goshen to Ezra E. and Katie (Yoder) Harshberger. Roman has lived in the Nappanee area since 1968. On April 11, 1968 he married Katie Ann Kuhns. He was a member of the Old Order Amish Church.
He is survived by his wife, Katie Harshberger, Nappanee; children, Lyle (Judith) Harshberger, and Katherine Harshberger, both of Nappanee, Julie (Leon) Hochstetler, Millersburg, OH, Glen (Rebecca) Harshberger, Ruby Jane Harshberger, Daniel (Donna) Harshberger, and David Harshberger, all of Nappanee; 24 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; brothers, Melvin Hershberger, Gambler, OH, Alvin (Mary) Hershberger, Nappanee, Leroy (Wilma) Hershberger, Shipshewana; brother-in-law, Noah Schrock; sister-in-law, Rachel Hershberger, Nappanee. He was preceded in death by a stillborn daughter; granddaughter, Rose Harshberger; brother, Vern Hershberger; sisters, Fannie Mae Schrock and Pauline Hershberger.
Family and friends may call after 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, October 29, 2019 and all day Wednesday, October 30th at the family residence (71472 C.R. 11, Nappanee). Funeral services will begin at 9:30 a.m., Thursday, October 31st at the Merlin Yoder Residence (25115 C.R. 54, Nappanee). Bishop Marion Schwartz and the Home Ministry of the Old Order Amish Church will officiate. Burial will be in West Union Cemetery.
Arrangements are with Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee.
Hartman, Arlene Pletcher
October 8, 1923 - August 19, 2019
Arlene Hartman, 95, Goshen, died 4:40 p.m. Monday, August 19, 2019 at Greencroft Healthcare. She was born in her home in Harrison Twp., Elkhart Co., on Oct. 8, 1923 to Miles & Ida (Stahly) Pletcher. On Nov. 26, 1942, she married Lester W. Hartman and he died Aug. 11, 1996.
Surviving are daughters, Marilyn Kohler, Wakarusa, Sandra (Michael) Miller, Goshen, sons, Roger (Nancy) Hartman, Goshen, Gene (Cindy) Hartman, Topeka, 11 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and a sister, Shirley Martin, Goshen.
Preceding her in death are her parents, husband, infant son, Donald Ray Hartman, granddaughter and brothers, Virgil Pletcher & Paul Pletcher.
Arlene was a 1941 graduate of Wakarusa High School. In her younger years, she worked at Murphy’s Dime Store, was a homemaker and retired from Jone Furniture, Wakarusa. As member of Yellow Creek Mennonite Church, she taught Sunday School in the Primary Dept. for many years and was a member of the Women’s Sewing Circle. She volunteered at the Mennonite Mission Board and The Depot for many years.
Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2019 at Rieth-Rohrer-Ehret Funeral Home and one hour prior to the 11 a.m. funeral service, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2019, at Yellow Creek Mennonite Church, 64901 CR 11, Goshen. Pastor Wes Bontreger and Pastor Gene Hartman will officiate. Burial will follow at Yellow Creek Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to Goshen Health Hospice.
Hartman, Doris Maxine Miller, 91, Wakarusa, died 1:27 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019 at Miller’s Merry Manor. She was born July 22, 1927 in Olive Township, Indiana, to Theodore D. & Ruth E. (Hartman) Miller. On July 25, 1948, at Olive Mennonite Church, she married John Lowell Hartman and he died March 31, 2017.
Surviving is a daughter, Sandi (Sid) Richard, Goshen, son, Jim (Kim) Hartman, Wooster, Ohio, 7 grandchildren, Janet (Bob) Sullivan, Corrie (Phil) Vander Ploeg, Erin (Tim) Fautz, Joel (Jami) Richard, Joe (Whitney) Hartman, Caleb Hartman, Gina Richard, 10 great-grandchildren and a brother-in-law, Francis Shetler, Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Preceding her in death are her parents, husband, John Lowell, infant daughter, Barbara Elaine Hartman and a sister, Beatrice Shetler.
Doris was a Data Processing Supervisor at Elkhart Products for 24 years. She was a member of Olive Mennonite Church, where she was on the hospitality committee and taught children’s Sunday School and Summer Bible School. Doris was a volunteer at the Wakarusa Nursery School at Wakarusa United Methodist Church for 25 years. She also sang in a number of singing groups.
Visitation will be 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. Monday, January 28, 2019 and one hour prior to the 10:30 a.m. funeral service on Tuesday, January 29, 2019, all at Olive Mennonite Church, 61081 CR 3, Elkhart. Pastors Bob and Enid Schloneger will officiate. Burial will follow at Olive (West) Cemetery.
Memorials donations may be directed to Olive Mennonite Church or World Missionary Press.
Rieth-Rohrer-Ehret-Lienhart Funeral Home, Wakarusa, is handling arrangements and online condolences may be sent at www.rrefh.com
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Hartman, Doris Maxine Miller, 91, of Wakarusa, Elkhart Co., IN died January 24, 2019 at the same place. She was born July 22, 1927 in Olive Twp., Elkhart Co., IN to Theodore and Ruth (Hartman) Miller. On July 25, 1948 at Elkhart, IN she was married to John Lowell Hartman, who died March 31, 2017.
Surviving are children, Jim (Kim) Hartman, and Sandi (Sid) Richard; seven grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren.
A daughter, Barbara and a sister, Beatrice Shetler preceded her in death.
Memorial services were held January 29, 2019 at Olive Mennonite Church, Elkhart, IN with burial in Olive West, Elkhart, IN.
Headings, Robert
Febtuary 19, 1954 - May 7, 2019
Robert Headings, 65, of Muscoda, passed away Tuesday, May 7, 2019 at the Richland Hospital. He was born on February 19, 1954 in Eugene, Oregon, the son of Roy and Elsie (Hostetler) Headings. At a young age he followed in his fathers’ footsteps by hauling cattle during the evenings. His passion continued into his career driving truck professionally. Robert loved driving truck and was always ready to see what was over the next hill. He loved spending time with his family, woodworking, camping, and fishing.
Robert is survived by his wife Lanora; mother: Elsie Headings; daughter: Jenny (Joel) Engelhart; step sons: Anthony (Missy) Unzicker, J.R. Mobley; step daughters: Barb (Kenneth) Fisher, Pattie Mobley; two brothers: Larry (Miriam) Headings, Charles (Betty) Headings; 3 grandchildren, 8 step grandchildren, 7 step great grandchildren, many nieces, and nephews.
Robert was preceded in death by his father Roy Headings, two brothers: Vernon and Richard Headings, wife Linda, and step daughter Cyndii McKissen.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM at the Pleasant Valley Amish Mennonite Church on Saturday, May 11, 2019 with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday, May 10, 2019 at the Godager Pratt Funeral Home from 3:00 PM until 8:00 PM. The Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service is assisting the family with their arrangements. Online condolences may be made at prattfuneralservice.com
Heatwole, Charles Lee
Sept. 26,1935 - Aug. 1, 2019
Charles Lee Heatwole, 83, a resident of Bridgewater, passed away on Thursday, Aug. 1, 2019.
Mr. Heatwole was born on Sept. 26, 1935, in Rockingham County and was a son of the late Joseph D. and Fannie Bell Shank Heatwole. He served as a minister for more than 50 years, serving in various congregations. He enjoyed mission work and volunteering in relief efforts. He was a dairy and poultry farmer in Penn Laird until his retirement.
On Sept. 19, 1958, he married the former Doris Marie Brubaker, who survives.
Also surviving are his children, Dawn Rodes (Nelson) of Port Republic, Erma Good (Kervin) of Singers Glen, Lori Rohrer (Conrad) of Timberville; a son-in-law, David Martin of Port Republic; siblings, Dwight Heatwole (Fannie) of Rockingham, Esther Shank (Rawley) of Harrisonburg, Carolyn Reed (John) of Harrisonburg, John Heatwole (Mary Ann) of Harrisonburg, Roy Heatwole (Donna Lou) of Rockingham, Harold Heatwole (Jeanne) of Silver Spring, Md., Elizabeth Yoder (Jerry) of Bridgewater; grandchildren, Gary, Justin and Adam Rodes, Ryan, Bruce, Daryn and Angela Martin, Branson, Denver, Shannon and Heather Good, Breanna, Preston, Kenley and Bryce Rohre, and ten great-grandchildren. He dearly loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Heatwole is preceded in death by two children, Marlene Joy Martin, Jay Brent Heatwole; a granddaughter, Sharla Rodes King, and siblings, Dewitt Heatwole, Ruth Heatwole, Mary Ethel Heatwole, Chester Heatwole and Glenn Heatwole.
Ministers of the church will conduct a funeral service on Sunday, Aug. 4, 2019, at the Bank Mennonite Church at 2:30 p.m. Burial will follow at Pike Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends at Bank Mennonite Church on Saturday, Aug. 3, 2019, from 2 until 4 p.m. and from 6-8 p.m.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Berea Christian School, C/O Luke Showalter, 1956 Fadley Road, Bridgewater, VA 22812.
McMullen Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Heatwole, Florence Nina Driver
Nov. 17, 1929 - Sept. 1, 2019
Florence Nina Driver Heatwole, 89, of Aroda, passed away Sunday, Sept. 1, 2019, at Mountain View Nursing Home in Aroda, Va., formerly of Seneca Rocks, W.Va., following a long battle with Advanced Dementia.
Mrs. Heatwole was born Nov. 17, 1929, in Rockingham County and was a daughter of the late Wayne Wilton and Sophie Elizabeth (Swope) Driver.
She was homemaker. Florence was a member of the Brushy Run Mennonite Church. She enjoyed entertaining and hosting friends and family in her home. Florence was a terrific cook. She was always outgoing in the community and loved staying in touch with all her relatives.
On Nov. 23, 1949, she married Nelson Heatwole, who survives.
In addition to her husband, Mrs. Heatwole is survived by her children, Bertha Heatwole Horst and husband, Floyd, of Newmanstown, Pa., Kenneth Heatwole, of Rockingham, Brenda Heatwole Helmuth and husband, James, of Monterey, Va., Floyd Heatwole and wife, Denise, of Hephzibah, Ga., and Donna Heatwole Vance and husband, Michael, of Seneca Rocks, W.Va.; sisters, Hannah Burkholder, of Harrisonburg, Ruth Kauffman, Beulah Frances Kenagy, both of Portland, Ore.; brothers, Willard Driver, of Bridgewater, and Lewis Driver, of Franklin, W.Va.; 22 grandchildren; 54 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Joyce Heatwole; and siblings, Daniel Driver, Roy Driver, John Driver, and Mary Wenger; grandson-in-law, Jason Moser; and a great-granddaughter, Amber Zimmerman.
The funeral service will be held Friday, Sept. 6, 2019, at 10:30 a.m. at the Bank Mennonite Church, 2493 Bank Church Road, Dayton, VA 22821 with Bernell Zimmerman, Tom Shaum, Larry Showalter and Ken Martin officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends Thursday from 2 until 4 p.m. and 6 until 8 p.m. at the Bank Mennonite Church.
Those wishing may share a memory or an online condolence by visiting www.mcmullenfh.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Mountain View Nursing Home, 1776 Elly Road, Aroda, VA.
Arrangements entrusted to McMullen Funeral Home.
Heatwole, Melba Frances Kiser
Aug. 13, 1934 - Sept. 5, 2019
Melba Frances Kiser Heatwole, 85, of Bridgewater and recently VMRC, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019, at her home following a stroke.
She was born Aug. 13, 1934, in Waynesboro, the daughter of Oren Shank Kiser and Thelma Campbell Kiser. On April 17, 1954, she married Willard Joseph Heatwole, who preceded her in death.
She enjoyed deep connections with family, friends, and community; both locally and around the world. Her deepest joy and purpose was knowing God through Christ Jesus, and inviting others to know Him also. Her lifelong roles were wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, missionary, nurse, and encourager to all. She served in Jamaica for 20 years and for two years in Albania through Virginia Mennonite Conference. She also served for two years in Costa Rica through Conservative Mennonite Conference.
Surviving her are five children, Jerrel (Alma) Heatwole, of Greenwood, Del., Conrad (Mary Jane) Heatwole, of Bridgewater, Jewel (Gary) Yoder, of Harrisonburg, Ransford (Christine) Heatwole, of Bridgewater, and Marolyn Heatwole, of Naples, Fla.; siblings, Sanford (Peggy) Kiser, of Souderton, Pa., Charlotte (Winston) Rhodes, of Weyers Cave, Alta Sue (Robert) Gomez, of Fishersville, and Richard Kiser of New Hope. She is also survived by 13 grandchildren with 36 great-grandchildren: Jerrel Jr. (Sarah) Heatwole with Asher and Jubilee; David (Roxie) Heatwole with Asia, Lincoln, and Kannon; Gabriel Heatwole, Carmen (Jeff) Shiery with Addison and Molly; Kendra (Absalom) Heatwole Shank with Lila, Silas and Elijah; Cheryl (Timothy) Heatwole Shenk with Lydia, Matteo and Vivia; Kaitlin Heatwole (Nathan Hershberger) with Leo and Julian; Brendan (Rebekah) Yoder with Jasmine, Nathan, Merrily, Joella, Katie, Jeshiah, Hope and Kylah; Stephanie (Christopher) Pellerin with Amelie; Kyle Yoder; Dano (Tara) Heatwole with Ransom, Bliss, Jotham, Tanah, Norman & Elam; Kara (Matthew) Plett with Aubrey, Emley and Milo; and Risa (Benjamin) Yutzy with Corin and Efram.
Mrs. Heatwole was preceded in death by her husband, parents, siblings Norman Kiser and Ellen Wyant, as well as an infant great-grandson, Mighty Mack Shiery.
The funeral service will be at Dayton Mennonite Church, on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday, Sept. 6, 2019, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Dayton Mennonite Church.
Memorial contributions may be made to Virginia Mennonite Missions to support Christian education programs in Albania at: https://bit.ly/2k4GMgT.
Those wishing may share a memory or an online condolence by visiting www.mcmullenfh.com.
Arrangements entrusted to the McMullen Funeral Home.
Hege, Carl Henry, 82, of Aberdeen, Bingham County, Idaho died March 7, 2019 at the same place from natural causes.
He was born April 26, 1936 at American Falls, Power County, Idaho to Walter John and Lois Winona (Babb) Hege.
Walter was born November 7, 1902 and died January 21, 1993.
Lois was born April 3, 1912 and died July 2, 1995.
On January 22, 1965 at Chappell, Deuel Co., Nebraska he was married to Elsa Anne Eagle, who was born July 26, 1937 and survives.
Surviving are children, Daniel Carl Hege; Beth Anne Hege Piatote; and John Henry Hege; eight grandchildren, great-grandchildren.
A brother, Kenneth Walter Hege preceded him in death.
Bethel College graduate, class of 1961; Bethel College supporter and former board member; devoted member and former deacon of First Mennonite Church of Aberdeen; leader in resettlement of Cambodian refugees in Aberdeen; loved music, singing, family and friends.
Memorial services were held March 19, 2019 at First Mennonite Church, Aberdeen, Idaho with burial in Homestead Cemetery, Aberdeen, Idaho.
Hege, Martha E.
June 18, 1934 - March 22, 2019
Martha E. Hege, 84, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away Friday, March 22, 2019, at the Mennonite Home Hagerstown, MD.
Born Monday, June 18, 1934, in Hagerstown, she was the daughter of the late Ira E. Hege and Martha Grace Eshleman Hege.
She is survived by her sister, Edna Martin and husband, Leroy, of Hagerstown; sister, Ella Diller and husband, I. Lester, of Waynesboro, PA; brother, Ira J. Hege and wife, Vera, of Hagerstown; her brother Aldus' wife, Esther; 57 nieces and nephews; and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews.
She was preceded in death by her sister, Iva Weber; sister, Grace Miller; sister, Cora Eby; brother, Aldus Hege; and sister, Ada Petre.
Services will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, March 27, 2019, at Reiff Mennonite Church, 17433 Reiff Church Road, Hagerstown, with the church ministry officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery.
Family will receive friends at Reiff Mennonite Church on Tuesday, March 26, 2019, from 1 to 3 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., and additionally, an hour prior to the service on Wednesday.
The family requests the omission of flowers.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Douglas A. Fiery Funeral Home, 1331 Eastern Blvd. North, Hagerstown.
Hege, Omar Martin
June 19, 1930 - April 23, 2019
Omar Martin Hege, 88, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away, Tuesday, April 23, 2019, at his home.
Born Thursday, June 19, 1930 in Hagerstown, MD, he was the son of the late Henry E. Hege and the late Leah H. (Martin) Hege.
He was a retired farmer and carpenter. He was a member of Mt. Olive Mennonite Church in Hagerstown, MD.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years Miriam Arlene Hege; four daughters, Aletha M. Hege of Seminole, AL, Janice K. (Nelson) Ocker of Orrstown, PA, Darletta F. (Valentine) Miller of Orange, VA and Marlene J. Hege of Hagerstown, MD; two sisters, Retha Strite of Chambersburg, PA and Naomi Martin of Hagerstown, MD; 22 grandchildren; 51 great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his son-in-law, Jay E. Hege, sister, Rachel Wildeson, and brothers, Elvin Hege and Henry M. Hege.
Services will be held Monday, April 29, 2019, at 10:00 am, at the Mt. Olive Mennonite Church, 13305 Maugansville Rd. Hagers-town, MD, with the Mt. Olive Church Ministry officiating.
Helmuth, Edna L. Miller
Aug. 26, 1921 - Aug. 24, 2019
Edna L. Helmuth, 97, of Harrisonburg, Va. (formerly of Arthur, Ill.) passed away Saturday, Aug. 24, 2019, at Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community, where she was a resident for the past nine years. She was born Aug. 26, 1921, in Arthur, Ill., to Levi A. and Anna (Yoder) Miller and attended the Yoder School near Arthur, Ill.
On Dec. 16, 1943, she married Noah B. Helmuth.
Noah survives, along with her four sons, Andrew N. (Joan) Helmuth, of Arthur, Ill., Ervin N. Helmuth, of Sarasota, Fla., Phillip N. (Loretta) Helmuth, of Harrisonburg, Va., and Leslie N. (Sylvia) Helmuth, of Harrisonburg, Va.; a daughter, Susanna (Richard) Plank, of Goshen, Ind.; 10 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Levi A. and Anna Miller, a grandson, Michael Chad Helmuth, and her five sisters and brothers-in-law.
She was a member of the Harrisonburg Mennonite Church.
A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 29, 2019, at the Arthur Mennonite Church officiated by Firman Gingerich and Glen Rhodes. A burial service will follow at the Arthur Cemetery.
Arrangements by Edwards Funeral Home, 221 Main St., Arcola, Ill.
A memorial service will be held in Detweiler Auditorium at Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community, Harrisonburg, Va., Sunday, Sept. 1, at 4:30 p.m. with Eric Martin and Craig Maven officiating.
Local arrangements by McMullen Funeral Home, Harrisonburg.
Helmuth, Lee
January 14, 1941 - March 13, 2019
Lee Helmuth, age 78, of Nappanee, passed away at 10:45 p.m., Wednesday, March 13, 2019 at his residence after a year and a half battle with cancer. He was born on January 14, 1941 in Bremen to Harry and Sophia (Borkholder) Helmuth. On May 8, 1962 he married Elva F. Chupp in Etna Green. Lee was a lifetime area resident. He was a member of the Old Order Amish Church.
He is survived by his wife; son, Steve Helmuth, Nappanee; daughters, Rebecca Terisa (Marlin) Chupp, Nappanee, Mary Jane Helmuth, Nappanee; grandsons, Marcus Shawn Chupp, and Edison Garza, both of Nappanee; granddaughters, Michelle Diane Garza, Vero Beach, FL, LeAnn Renee Chupp and Melanie Rose Garza both of Nappanee; great-granddaughter, Nina Nichole Hart, North Webster; brothers, Wayne Allen (Anna Marie) Helmuth, Rosebush, MI, Paul Jay (Lena) Helmuth, LaRussell, MS, Glen Edward (Mary Alice) Helmuth and Crist Eugene (Ruth) Helmuth, both of Penrose, CO; sisters, Katie Mae Schwartz, Bourbon, Clara June Schwartz, Etna Green, Sylvia Sue (Delbert) Schwartz and Becky Ann Helmuth, both of Nappanee; brother-in-law, Crist D.E. Yoder, Apple Creek, OH; sister-in-law, Laura Mast, Topeka. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Kenneth Ray and Richard Dale Helmuth; sisters, Fern Ellen Yoder and Ruth Etta Mast; brother-in-laws, Ernest Schwartz, John Lamar Schwartz and Levi Mast.
Family and friends may call after 1 p.m., Friday, March 15, 2019 and after 10 a.m., Saturday, March 16th at the Leon Schwartz Residence (9615 N. 900 W., Nappanee). Funeral services will begin at 9:30 a.m., Sunday, March 17th at the Gerald Schwartz Residence (9229 N. St. Rd. 19, Etna Green). Home Ministry of the Old Order Amish Church will officiate. Burial will be in Graber Cemetery.
Arrangements are with Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee.
Helmuth, Matthew David
May 16, 2012 - Aug. 29, 2019
Matthew David Helmuth, 7, of Goshen died Thursday evening, August 29, 2019 at Parkview North Hospital, Ft. Wayne from injuries he sustained in a tree cutting accident. He was born on May 16, 2012 in Lagrange to Joe D. and Nora S. (Lehman) Helmuth.
Survivors in addition to his parents are two brothers, Mark Allen Helmuth and John Dale Helmuth; a sister, Ruth Irene Helmuth all at home; two sets of grandparents, Dave and Barbara Helmuth of Goshen, Leland and Irene Lehman of Topeka; great grandparents, Floyd & Martha Lehman of Topeka; great grandmother, Wilma Bontrager of Shipshewana.
Matthew was a 1st grader at Millersburg Elementary.
Visitation will be after 1:00 PM on Saturday, August 31, and all day Sunday, September 1, at Marvin Miller residence, 13330 CR 30 Goshen. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Monday, September 2, at Lynn Miller Residence, 13267 CR 30 Goshen. Services will be conducted by Bishop Ernest Schrock and the home ministers. Burial will be in Thomas Cemetery, Goshen.
Helmuth, Ronald James, 67, of Bethlehem, Lehigh Co., PA died April 14, 2019 at the same place. After 26 days in the hospital in Sarasota, FL and then Bethlehem, PA, and 1 day at St Luke's Hospice house, Ron died due to a recurrence of lymphoma.
He was born January 20, 1952 at Hutchinson, Reno Co., KS to Elvon and Bertha (Yoder) Helmuth. On April, 17, 1976 at Lancaster, PA he was married to Elena Horst, who survives.
Surviving are children, Christopher Helmuth; Michael and Kelly Helmuth; Theo Baer; and Jason and Michele Axford; two grandchildren; and three brothers, Dr. Loren Helmuth of LaGrange, IN; Gary Helmuth of Sarasota, FL; and Philip Helmuth of Sarasota, Fl.
Ron and Elena met in the mid 70's in Costa Rica where they served over 2 years in VS.
Ron worked for IBM in Tampa, FL and Kingsport, TN as a Systems Engineer. Later he worked as IT director first at EMU and later at Moravian College. For the past 15 years he owned a Financial Service which served manly the poor and unbanked people of the Lehigh Valley. He served as past president and was to be the incoming president of Morning Star Rotary of Bethlehem; Board President for 10 years to Hogar Crea, 15 years as a Blue Mountain ski Patrol and a avid bicyclist with The Lehigh Valley Wheelman. His involvement in church activities led to the creating a adult SS class named Hearts and Minds. He was a true friend to all and desired to make all people feel welcome in his presence.
Memorial services were held May 1, 2019 at First Presbyterian Church of Bethlehem, PCUSA, Bethlehem, PA.
Henry, Ronald J., 80, of Sellersville, PA died July 2, 2019 in Franconia Twp., _____ Co., PA. He was born December 28, 1938 at Philadelphia, PA to Benjamin and Hilda (Carden) Henry. On April 6, 1963 he was married to Judy A. Foster, who was born April 30, 1942 and survives.
Surviving are children, Deborah J. Hager and her husband Dennis; and Ronald J. Henry, Jr. and his wife Lisa; five grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.
A twin brother, Robert Henry preceded him in death.
Memorial services were held July 28, 2019 at Blooming Glen Mennonite Church, Blooming Glen, PA with burial in Blooming Glen Mennonite Church Columbarium.
Herr, Eli W.
November 3, 1926 - October 30, 2019
Eli W. Herr, 92, of White Oak Road, New Holland, died Wednesday, October 30, 2019 at his home. His wife, Fannie H. (Weaver) Herr, died Dec. 27, 2012. They had been married 66 years.
He was born in Martindale on November 3, 1926, the son of the late Rudolph and Susanna (Wenger) Herr.
Eli was a farmer in his younger years. He worked for Sauder Brothers, AgTech Industries (now ATI Corp.), and Westerlind (later changed to West Earl Industries). Eli also volunteered at Christian Aid Ministries, Ephrata for the last 7 years. His hobby was making whistle trains.
He was a member of Centerville Mennonite Church.
He is survived by 7 children, Edwin Herr of Gorin, MO, John, married to Carolyn (Baker) Herr of New Holland, Eli, Jr., married to Mabel (Musser) Herr of Ephrata, Alma, married to Amos Oberholtzer of Owen, WI, Amy, married to Jerry Martin of Guys Mills, Melvin, married to Gloria (Newswanger) Herr of Richland, and June, married to Rodney Sensenig of Liberty; 39 grandchildren; 95 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters, Louise Herr and Amy Herr both of Ephrata; and a sister-in-law, Lydia Leinbach of East Earl.
Besides his wife he is preceded in death by 2 stillborn sons; an infant daughter, Ruth; a daughter-in-law, Judith (Gochenaur) Herr; and a granddaughter, Carla Herr.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, November 4 at 9:30 am at Centerville Mennonite Church, 197 Sensenig Road, Ephrata. Interment will be in the Martindale Old Order Mennonite Cemetery. Viewing will be held on Sunday, at the Church, from 2-4 and 6-8 pm. Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill.
Herr, James E., 79, of Robesonia, passed away on Thursday, January 31, 2019, at the WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon. He was the husband of Viola G. Martin Herr and the late Elsie Witmer Herr.
Born in Lancaster Co., on May 1, 1939, he was the son of the late Elam H. and Susan Brumbach Herr. James was a retired mechanic. For 32 years, he had worked at the former Eisenhauer Nissan in Wernersville and later at Ebling's Lawn and Garden in Myerstown. He was a member of Bernville Mennonite Church.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son Roy M. (Joanna) Herr of Richland; daughters Arlene F. (Leonard) Zimmerman of New Holland, Pauline F. (Dean) Clugston of Brownsville OR, Naomi C. (Andrew) Snader of Denver and Judith E. (Titus) Mast of Newberry, IN; brother Mark Herr of Mechanicsburg, Mahlon (Esther Mae) Herr of Ephrata and John (Marion) Herr of Lititz; twenty five grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren.
In addition to his first wife, he was preceded in death by his brother Marlin Herr.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, February 5, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. at the Bernville Mennonite Church, 9 Henne Road, Bernville. A viewing will be held on Monday, from 2:00-4:00 and 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the Richland Mennonite Church, 399 N. Race St., Richland. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery.
Kreamer & Lum Funeral Home & Crematory, Jonestown, is honored to serve the family.
Herr, Mary A. Glick Smucker, age 93, formerly of Bird In Hand, passed away on Monday, July 29, 2019 at the Brethren Village of Lititz, where she was a resident. She was the wife of the late Jonathan Smucker who passed away in 1956 and the late J. Robert Herr who passed away in 2016. She was born in Smoketown, daughter of the late David & Barbara Smoker Glick.
She was a member of the former Bart Mennonite Church, where she was a Sunday school Teacher and involved with the sewing circle and ladies fellowship. She enjoyed making quilts for her grandchildren and patchwork pillows for her great and great-great-grandchildren. She spent many hours cutting patches and making comforters for missions. She had worked at the Allentown Farmers Market for 11 years and the Bird In Hand Motor Inn & Bakery for 21 years retiring in 1989. She volunteered at the former Community Hospital and the Ladies Auxiliary of the Bird In Hand Fire Company.
Surviving are 9 children: Doris "Herr" Thomas (Marlin) of Lancaster, Joyce "Herr" Bomberger (the late Robert) of Lititz, J. Robert Herr, Jr. (Judy) of Lancaster, Mervin Smucker (Ann) of Goshen, IN, Donald Herr (Deb) of Willow Street, Marlin Smucker (Damaris) of Lancaster, Carolyn "Smucker" Bauer (Barry) of Lancaster, Cindy "Herr" Shellenberger (Harold) of Mt. Joy, Joanne "Herr" Good (Fred) of Blue Ball, 24 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great-grandchildren, 3 sisters: Elsie Kauffman of Bird In Hand, Elma Smucker and Lena Lapp both of Lititz. She was preceded in death by a son John Elvin Smucker, 2 brothers: Elmer & Daniel Glick.
A memorial service will take place from the Blossom Hill Mennonite Church, 333 Delp Road, Lancaster, PA, on Friday, August 2nd at 1 p.m., with a time to greet the family from 12 Noon until time of service. Pastor Michelle Dula will be officiating. There will be a viewing at the church on Thursday, August 1st from 6 to 8 p.m. A private family burial will take place prior to the memorial service on Friday at 9 a.m. in the Weavertown Mennonite Cemetery.
Herr, Naomi Weaver Noll
February 23, 1935 - March 12, 2019
Naomi Weaver Herr, 84, of Gettysburg, PA, entered God's Eternal Care, Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at her daughter's home in Knoxville, MD, with her loving family by her side.
Born February 23, 1935, in Lancaster County, PA, she was the daughter of the late B. Harnish and Elsie B. (Weaver) Noll. Naomi was the loving wife of Glenn Elwood Herr, with whom she shared sixty-two years of marriage.
Naomi was a member of Hershey's Mennonite Church, Thomasville, PA. She was a homemaker, and the owner/operator of her store, Naomi's This & That, for forty-eight years.
In addition to her loving husband Glenn, Naomi is survived by her children, Mervin E. Herr and wife Ruth Ellen of Gettysburg, PA, Doris F. Eby and husband Harold of Hagerstown, MD, and Janet L. Martin and husband Myron of Knoxville, MD; sixteen grandchildren; thirty-four great-grandchildren; a brother, Benjamin H. Noll of Spring Grove, PA; and a sister, Lois E. Boll and husband Roy of Manheim, PA. She was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Jessica Eby; and a sister-in-law, Alta M. Noll.
A Funeral Service will be held 10:00AM, Saturday, March 16, 2019 at Bair's Hanover Mennonite Church, 6925 York Road, Hanover, PA. Burial will be in York Road Cemetery, Hanover, PA. Viewings will be held from 2:00-4:00PM and from 6:00-8:00PM, Friday, March 15, 2019 at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Naomi's name to Christian Aid Ministries, PO Box 360, Berlin, OH 44610.
The family has entrusted the funeral arrangements to the Kenworthy Funeral Home, Inc., 269 Frederick Street, Hanover, PA.
Hershberger, Alma Kaufman
July 14, 1943 - October 22, 2019
Alma Hershberger, age 76, of Nappanee, passed away at 11:10 a.m., Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at her residence, after a 5 year illness. She was born July 14, 1943 in Bremen to Menno and Magdalena (Borkholder) Kaufman. Alma was a member of the Old Order Amish Church. She was a lifetime resident of the Nappanee/Bremen area. On March 31, 1972 she married Henry D. Hershberger. He preceded her in death December 2, 2018. Alma had been a school teacher at Borkholder School.
She is survived by her sons, Dwight (Christina) Hershberger, Shipshewana, Benjamin (Michelle) Hershberger, Wakarusa, Isaac Hershberger, Sarasota, FL, Philip (Sara) Hershberger, Nappanee; daughters, Rachel Hershberger, Esther (Kevin) Miller, Kara (Paul) Rexroth, all of Nappanee, Debra (Matthew) Miller, Dundee, OH, Rebecca Hershberger, New Paris; 22 grandchildren; sisters, Sarah Buller, Nappanee, Esther Kaufman, Bremen; brothers, Samuel Kaufman, Emery (Betsy) Kaufman, both of Bremen. She was preceded in death by an infant brother, Noah Kaufman; brother, Enos Kaufman; brother-in-law, Henry Buller; sisters-in-law, Miriam Kaufman and Martha Kaufman.
Family and friends may call after 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 23, 2019 and after 12 p.m. on Thursday, October 24th at the Philip Hershberger residence (70889 C.R. 7, Nappanee). Funeral services will begin at 9:30 a.m., Friday, October 25th at the Mervin Bontrager residence (69852 C.R. 7, Nappanee). Home Ministry of the Old Order Amish Church will officiate. Burial will be in West Union Center Cemetery.
Arrangements are with Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee.
Hershberger, Lizzie J. Miller
March 9, 1942 - January 10, 2019
Lizzie J. Hershberger, 76, of Goshen, died at 12:08 am on Thursday, January 10, at Elkhart General Hospital. She was born on March 9, 1942, in LaGrange County, to Levi A. and Lydia Ann (Miller) Miller. On January 23, 1964, in LaGrange County, she married Ray J. Hershberger; he survives.
Survivors in addition to her husband are three daughters, Carolyn (Lee) Chupp of Etna Green, Ruth (Ronnie) Yoder of Goshen, Ida Ellen (William) Miller of Middlebury; five sons, Orva (Naomi) Hershberger of Goshen, LaVern (Erma) Hershberger of Topeka, Vernon (Clara) Hershberger of Huron, MT, David (LeEtta) Hershberger of Goshen, Mervin (Ruth)
Hershberger of Syracuse; 61 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren; sister, Susie Bontrager of Topeka.
She was preceded in death by her parents; three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; two brothers, Perry and Ora Miller; two sisters, Nettie Schrock and Sarah Miller. She was a homemaker and a member of the Old Order Amish Church.
Visitation will be after 2:00 pm on Friday, January 11 and all day Saturday, January 12 at the Orva Hershberger residence, 62243 CR 37, Goshen. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Sunday, January 13 also at the Orva Hershberger residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop Ernest Schrock and the home ministers. Burial will be in Thomas Cemetery, Goshen. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury, is handling the arrangements.
Hershberger, Rachel I.
February 22, 1931 - June 3, 3019
Rachel I. Hershberger, 88, of Goshen, died Monday, June 3, 2019, at Goshen Hospital.
She was born February 22, 1931 in Middlebury to Rufus and Goldie R. (Kauffman) Hershberger.
An only child, Miss Hershberger is survived by cousins.
A member of the former Clinton Brick Mennonite Church, she did clerical work for Middlebury Creamery and then Gleason Industries before retiring. Following retirement, she was a cook at Hilltop Restaurant.
Visitation will be Friday, June 7, 2019, from 10 a.m. until the 11 a.m. funeral service at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home. Pastor Ron Kennel will officiate.
Burial will follow in Forest Grove Cemetery, Middlebury.
Hershey, Ethel M., 82, of Lancaster passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019. Born in Leacock Twp., she was the daughter of the late Enos G. and Elizabeth "Lizzie" Groff Hershey.
Miss Hershey was a Registered Nurse, having graduated from LGH School of Nursing and Eastern Mennonite College. She worked in Public Health as an Administrator of the Pennsylvania State Health Center in Lancaster from 1969-1994. She enjoyed spending time with family, and serving her community and church, Grace Point Church of Paradise, where she was an active member her entire life.
She will be lovingly missed by a sister, Mary wife of James Herr, Lancaster; five nieces; one nephew; and 11 great-nieces and nephews. A brother, Warren Hershey; a sister, Elsie Diem; two nieces and a nephew preceded her in death.
Funeral Services: 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 19, 2019 at Grace Point Church, 8 S. Singer Ave., Paradise, PA 17562. Viewing: 10-11 a.m. Interment: Paradise Mennonite Cemetery. Kindly omit flowers. Memorials are suggested to Grace Point Church c/o the above address. Furman's – Leola
Hershey, Henry M., Sr., age 73, of Parkesburg, PA, passed away at his home on Sunday, October 27, 2019. He was the husband of Kathy Grove Hershey, with whom he would have celebrated 55 years of marriage on November 14th. He was born in Coatesville, son of the late Noah L. & Alta Leaman Hershey. He was a member of Parkesburg Mennonite Church, where he served as pastor for 20 years, from 1979-2000. Henry was a lifelong dairy farmer retiring in 2015. He was a member of the Chester County Farm Club and loved racing motorcycles in his earlier years. Henry loved gardening, being outdoors, going to the family cabin in Huntingdon County and most of all he loved spending time with his children and grandchildren.
Surviving besides his wife are 6 children: Henry Jr. husband of Tatum McCarter Hershey of Parkesburg, Heather wife of Troy Deshong of Ephrata, Rebekah wife of Keith Miller of Ronks, Matthew husband of Carmela Smoker Hershey of Cochranville, Joshua husband of Josi Smucker Hershey of Gordonville, Rachel wife of Kurt Hershey of Parkesburg, 17 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, 7 siblings: Mary Ann wife of Rev. Robert Shreiner of Goshen, IN, Noah L. Jr. husband of Parmalle Crotts Hershey of Christiana, Martha wife of Merle Wittmer of Quaker City, OH, Rebecca wife of David High, III of Manheim, Miriam wife of the late Ronald Gieg of New Providence, Sarah Hershey Nafziger of Parkesburg, Heidi Hershey of Parkesburg.
Memorial service will take place from the Ridgeview Mennonite Church, 3723 Ridge Road, Gordonville, PA, on Friday, November 1st at 11 a.m., with Pastors Richard Buckwalter and David Gehman officiating. There will be no viewing on Friday, the family will greet friends following the service. There will be a viewing on Thursday at the church from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Private interment will take place prior to the memorial service in the Millwood Mennonite Cemetery.
Hershey, Marlene Stoltzfus, 77, from Reinholds, met Jesus face-to-face on Saturday, June 29 while surrounded by family at home. Born near Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Pastor Abner and Lena Stoltzfus.
Marlene was a talented musician, enjoying a music career that spanned decades playing the piano, organ and singing, and it was highlighted by The Hersheyettes, a musical trio comprised of Marlene and her two daughters. For 17 years, Marlene hosted "Hearthside Hymns," a bi-weekly Sunday telecast on WGAL. Marlene also worked as a registered nurse, most recently as a psychiatric nurse for Lancaster Regional Medical Center.
Marlene faithfully attended Weist Memorial Church in Schoeneck. In addition to her love for music, Marlene was an avid reader and collector of hundreds of cookbooks, with a hobby of cooking and trying new recipes.
Marlene will be lovingly missed by: daughters, Brenda married to Mark Miller, Reinholds, Sherri married to Glenn Burkhart, Stevens, son Darin married to JoEllen Crampsey, West Chester; grandchildren, Anthony (Stephanie) Burkhart, Kiersie (Andreas) Scherzer, Brandon (Alexandria) Miller, Ethan (Whitney) Burkhart, Adam (Beverly) Miller; great-grandchildren, Shawn Stauffer-Burkhart, Esme, Ivy and Kieran Scherzer; siblings, Dr. Richard Stoltzfus husband of Elaine, Dayton, Va., J. Ronald Stoltzfus husband of Donna, Atglen, Janice wife of Donald, Ephrata, Doris widow of Dr. Virgil Stoltzfus, Valparaiso, Ind. She is preceded in death by her parents; brother, Dr. Virgil Stoltzfus; infant daughter, Donna René.
The celebration of life will be Sunday, July 7, 2019 at 3 p.m. at Ridgeview Mennonite Church, 3723 Ridge Road, Gordonville with a private burial for immediate family prior to the memorial service. Viewing: Saturday, July 6 from 6-8 p.m. at Ridgeview Mennonite Church.
Hertzler, Miriam Arlene Witmer, 90, wife of the late Lester E. Hertzler, of Sligo, Clarion Co., PA, died of natural causes, Saturday, February 22, 2019, at her home.
Born Apr 5, 1928, in Lancaster,Co., PA she was the daughter of the late, Elam and Katie (Wenger) Witmer.Arlene was a member of the New Bethlehem Mennonite Church, Packing Road, New Bethlehem.Arlene is survived by four sons, David Hertzler and his wife, Phyllis, of La Esperenza, Mexico, James Hertzler, and his wife Naomi, of Mount Crawford, Virginia, Stephen Hertzler, and his wife Beverly, of Deweyville, Utah, and Harlan Sproul of Plymouth, Minnesota.
She is also survived by four daughters, Carol Eberly and her husband, Dan, of Fayetteville, Anne Halteman, and her husband, Dale, of Sligo, Janet Reinford, and her husband, Jonathan, of West Liberty, Kentucky, and Nancy Mast, and her husband, Delvin, of San Andreas, California. Also surviving are two brothers, Luke Witmer, of Washington Boro, John Witmer, of Lancaster, two sisters, Lois Good, of Castorland, New York, and Grace Shenk, of Lititz; 44 grandchildren and 37 great grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, three sisters, and one grandchild.
Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. on March 5, 2019, at First Church of God, 418 Brian Lane, New Bethlehem. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 6, at same location, with Phillip Mullet, Ronald Reinford, Titus Hofer, and Jacob Weaver officiating.
Burial will be at the New Bethlehem Mennonite Church Cemetery, Porter Township. Leatherwood, Clarion Co., PA,,
Hess, Arlene H. Metzler
May 13, 1924 - December 7, 2019
Arlene H. Metzler Hess of Lititz, PA, passed away peacefully December 7, 2019, at Landis Homes, aged 95, ending a rich, fulfilling life. An energetic, creative woman with a strong, abiding faith, Arlene was a lover of life, people, nature, family, farming, and music, playing the piano and marimba.
Born May 13, 1924, near Farmersville, PA, Arlene was the eldest daughter of Harvey M. and Bertha (Herr) Metzler. She was a 1942 graduate of East Lampeter High School. On July 20, 1946, she wed John D. Hess, who preceded her in death. Through their nearly 67 years of marriage, John and Arlene related as a team: farming and gardening together; traveling across North America; supporting each other's interests; and making tons of soap for Mennonite Central Committee. They lived in Lancaster County except for residing five years in Rockingham Co., VA, during John's last years. Arlene returned to Lancaster to live at Landis Homes.
Arlene was baptized at Strasburg Mennonite Church. Later she was an active member in Landis Valley Mennonite, Mt. Clinton Mennonite, and Landis Homes churches. Arlene enthusiastically, ardently, and joyfully volunteered in a variety of organizations, including Lancaster Mental Health Board, PTA, women's executive committee of the Eastern Region of the Mennonite Church, and various activities in the churches she attended, pioneering the inclusion of Mennonite women in leadership. Frequently involved in the birthing and early years of faith-based efforts, she served on committees for sending Christian Home Builders literature to new mothers, planning retreats for women, and establishing the women's auxiliary at Landis Homes, where she initiated the annual Fellowship Day chicken barbecue. She collaborated with Miriam LeFever to co-edit the Black Rock Auxiliary cookbook, Family Favorites, and with Mary Previte to create quilts for the MCC PA Relief Sale Auction. John and she welcomed many international guests into their home and sponsored refugees from Vietnam and Laos.
She was employed as a cafeteria supervisor of children at Neff School, Manheim Township, and as coordinator of volunteers at Mennonite Home, and Landis Valley Farm museum, where she also volunteered as an artisan quilter.
She is survived by her three children: Susan H. Guengerich (Phil), Harrisonburg, VA; Jean Horst (James E., Jr.) Harrisonburg, VA; Fred Hess (Rebecca S. Mann) Lancaster, PA; grandchildren: Melani G. Novinger (Curtis); Gail L. Guengerich; John Guengerich (Erica); Jason Horst (Veronica Chapman Smith); Monica H. Rhodes (Brian); Melissa H. Kinman (Matthew); Kimberly Hess (Kevin Burchfield); Laura Hess (fiancé, Mike Hamill); 8 great-grandchildren; and a sister: Dorothy Jean Hess (Andrew B.), and sister-in-law Mary Jane Brenneman;
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and sister Evelyn M. Groff.
A Celebration of Life will be held at West Bethany Chapel, Landis Homes, 1001 E. Oregon Rd., Lititz, PA 17543, on December 27, 2019 at 4:00 PM with visitation beginning at 3:00. A private interment occurred at Landis Valley Mennonite Cemetery.
Hess, Ida M. Eshleman, 89, entered into the presence of Jesus on Tuesday (Feb. 5, 2019) at home, surrounded by family.
Mrs. Hess was born on Aug. 24, 1929 in Pequea Township, Pa.to Howard M. and Fannie (Martin) Eshleman. On Aug. 1, 1953, in New Danville, Pa., she married Lester H. Hess, who predeceased her on Oct. 4, 2014. Ida devoted her life to the care of her husband and family.
Ida is survived by three sons, Lester (Rachel) Hess, Jr. and Timothy (Rachel) Hess, both of Independence and Jay (Sandra) Hess of Andover; four daughters, Arlene (William) Eddy of Belmont, Kathy (Roy) Sommers and Lois (Eugene) King, both of Harrisonburg, Va. and Yvonne (Nathan) Reber of Independence; a brother, John (Jo) Eshleman of Willow Street, Pa.; three sisters-in-law, Arlene Eshleman and Verna Hess, both of Pa. and Joyce (Lee) Mummau of Ohio; 30 grandchildren, 42 great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
In addition to her husband of 61 years, she was predeceased by three brothers, Clayton (Kathryn) Eshleman, Chester Eshleman and Howard Eshleman; four sisters, Barbara (Jacob) Lefever, Mabel (Jacob) Harnish, Cora (Paul) Kilheffer and Ruth Eshleman; two brothers-in-law, Harold Hess and Benjamin Hess; two sisters-in-law, Elsie (Earl) Swartzentruber and Miriam Hess; a grandson, Kendall Hess and a grand-daughter-in-law, Sharla King.
Ida loved her family, church family and neighbors. In many ways, through her acts of kindness and hospitality, her neighbor was anyone with a need. She was very supportive of the mission and ministry of her husband. Where he went, she was glad to be by his side. She was a member and attended Phillips Creek Mennonite Church where her husband pastored for many years.
Between her and Lester, Ida was the humorous one. She enjoyed the reaction of telling a funny story. To her, laughter was truly good medicine. It was natural and first nature for Ida to overlook a weakness, be forbearing in a difficult situation or unconditionally accepting. She was always appreciative of the people around her and the circumstances she found herself in. In her later years, she enjoyed a good game of Scrabble or working a jigsaw puzzle with her children as they took over the role of caregiver.
Visitation will be held on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Gospel Fellowship Church, 4996 Hood Road in Belmont. The funeral service will be held on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. also at the Gospel Fellowship Church. Burial will follow in Forest Hills Cemetery in Belmont.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Ida's name may be made to Phillips Creek Mennonite School, C/O Lester Hess, Jr., 2360 CR 22, Andover, NY 14806.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Baker-Swan Funeral Home in Andover.
Hess, John E., 72, of Marietta, passed away on Friday, January 18, 2019. Born in Columbia, he was the son of the late David L. Hess Jr. and Kathryn (Nissley) Hess. John was the husband of Bonnie (Arnold) with whom he celebrated 40 years of marriage this past September.
John graduated from Donegal High School class of 1964. He was a devoted and loving husband, father and grandfather. John's compassionate heart lead him to befriend those from all walks of life. He enjoyed meeting and spending time with others, chatting about business, hobbies or learning about new ventures. His giving nature was undeniable. He was the first to lend a hand, offer support or help a friend in need. His generosity was a quality that was felt and admired by many of those that knew him.
John's passion and heart rested at home on his farm where he spent his days setting an example of dedication and hard work. He was an avid outdoors man who traveled the world on various hunting and fishing excursions that weren't for the faint of heart. John could often be found rooting for his favorite Duke basketball or PSU football team. He had an appreciation for good food and was often out enjoying a nice meal. John also had a sharp sense of style that we all admired. It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to a man whose quick wit and infectious smile made an impact on our everyday lives. We celebrate John and all the wonderful memories that we hold dear in our hearts. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends and all those who knew him.
Surviving in addition to his wife, Bonnie, are two sons, Brian Hess, husband of Heather of Marietta and Todd Hess, husband of Jennifer of Lancaster; five grandchildren, Johnny, Tillie, Scarlett, Hazel and Rocco Hess; a brother, Dwight Hess, husband of Cheryl of Marietta; and two sisters, Joanne Siegrist, wife of Don of Bird in Hand and Kate Kooker, wife of Harley of Christiana.
He was preceded in death by a brother, David L. Hess III.
A funeral service honoring John's life will be held at Mount Joy Mennonite Church, 320 Musser Road, Mount Joy on Saturday, January 26, 2019 at 11 AM. Family and friends will be received at the church on Friday, January 25, 2019 from 4 PM to 7 PM and again on Saturday after the service. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mount Joy Mennonite Church or Lancaster County 4-H, 1383 Arcadia Rd #140, Lancaster, PA.
Hess, John Elwood, 89, of Lititz, passed away on Friday, January 25, 2019, at home after a brief illness.
He was born in Warwick Township to the late John S. and Florence B. (Brubaker) Hess and was the husband of Patsy (Wolf) Hess with whom he shared 67 years of marriage.
He was a member of Neffsville Mennonite Church.
John was a potato farmer; he was also a bus driver for Warwick School District for 38 years before retiring. He enjoyed bowling, local sports, especially Philly sports, and was involved in local farm organizations.
In addition to his wife, John is survived by six children, Dennis E., husband of Darlene (Ginder) Hess of Lititz, Douglas L., husband of Christine (Pinto) Hess of Stevens, Judy, wife of Randy Garber of Akron, Dean Hess of Lititz, Beverly, wife of Roger Landis of Strasburg, Barbara, wife of Neil Weidman of Lititz; a son-in-law, Clark Stauffer; 21 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren and a sister, Arlene Turman of Mechanicburg.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Lucille Stauffer and five siblings, Richard Hess, James Hess, Mary Lefever, Anna Mae Brubaker, Mabel Lauver.
Services will be private at the convenience of the family.
Memorial contributions in John's memory may be made to Hospice & Community Care, P. O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA, 17604.
Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.
Hess, Karl Dexter
March 17, 1993 - September 7, 2019
Karl Dexter Hess, 26, a resident of Mt. Vernon, IL passed away at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO on Saturday, September 7, 2019.
Karl was born on March 17, 1993 in Mt. Vernon, IL to his parents Timothy Hess and Marcile (Mast) Hess. On August 23, 2013 he married Martha Jewel (Rudolph) Hess Orchardville, IL who survives.
Karl worked for Country Blacksmith Trailers in Mt. Vernon, IL and was a member of the Orchardville Mennonite Church in Keenes, IL. He is survived by his wife Martha Jewel Hess of Mt. Vernon, IL; 2 daughters: Stella and Veronica Hess of Mt. Vernon, both parents Timothy and Marcile Hess of Opdyke, IL; 2 brothers: Keith and Eric Hess of Opdyke, 2 sisters: Kendra and Ruth Hess of Opdyke, grandmother Dorothy Hess of Logan, OH; and grandfather Ora Mast and grandmother Edna Mae Mast of Mountain View, AR.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather Oliver Hess.
Funeral services for Karl Dexter Hess will be held at 10 am on Thursday, September 12 2019 at the Orchardville Mennonite Church in Keenes, IL with James Sensenig, Wilmer Eshbach, Timothy Allgyer, Mark Sensenig, Gerald Burkholder and Lyndell Eshbach officiating. Visitation will be from 2 – 4 pm 6 – 8 pm on Wednesday, September 11, 2019 at the Orchardville Mennonite Church.Keanes, IL.
High, Edna Arlene Martin, 91, of Lebanon, passed away on Friday, February 22, 2019, at StoneRidge Towne Centre in Myerstown.
She was born in Lancaster to the late Samuel and Frances (Bowman) Martin and was the wife of Christian High, with whom she shared 72 years of marriage.
Edna and her husband were dairy farmers. She enjoyed her family and dedicated her time to raising 6 children and helping on the farm. After retiring from the dairy farm, she also worked at Dutch-Way Farm Market. She was a member of Metzler Mennonite Church.
In addition to her husband, Edna is survived by 6 children, Janet, wife of Daniel K. Wenger of Denver, Jesse, husband of Brenda (Nolt) High of Ephrata, Brenda, wife of Robert Burkhart of Lititz, Sandra, wife of Ezra Dickens of Palmyra, Jay Stanley, husband of Marilyn (Gingrich) High of Manheim, and Frederick, husband of Sue (Sparrow) High of West Virginia; 10 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren; a brother, Chester, husband of Ruth Ann Martin of Leola, and a sister, Esther, wife of Irvin Weaver of Ephrata.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 3 brothers and 3 sisters.
A viewing will be held on Wednesday, February 27, 2019, from 6 to 8 pm at the Metzler Mennonite Church, 515 W. Metzler Road, Ephrata, where an additional viewing will be held on Thursday, February 28th, from 9 to 10 am. Funeral services will follow at 10:00 am.
Interment will take place in the Metzler Mennonite Cemetery.
Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.
High, Ivan N., Sr.
July 31, 1936 - September 10, 2019
Ivan N. High, Sr., 83, of Covered Bridge Rd., Pine Grove, passed away on Tuesday, September 10, 2019 at the Lehigh Valley Hospital, Schuylkill East.
Born on July 31, 1936 in Ephrata, he was the son of the late Elmer Z. and Mary Nolt High.
He was a member of the Roedersville Mennonite Church, Pine Grove. Ivan was a carpenter and worked for Lee Bashore Construction.
Preceding him in death were his wife Arlene Sensenig High; daughter, Joyce High; grandson, Joshua High; great-grandson, Cayden High; five brothers, Melvin, Aaron, Edwin, Elmer and John High; three sisters, Mary Hoover, Emmaline Reiff and Ada Long.
Surviving are five sons, Ivan Jr. and wife Rose High of Pine Grove, Robert and wife Ann High of Chambersburg, Bryan and wife Kathy High of Elkton, VA, Gregory and wife Sarah High of Elizabethville, Jeffrey High and companion Cami of Lititz; daughter Linda and husband Jose Negron of Brownstown; 19 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren; four sisters, Lydia Sensenig, Esther Nolt, Vera Zimmerman and Laura Martin.
Funeral Services will be held on Monday, September 16, 2019 at 10:00 A.M. at the Pine Grove Community Church, 85 Pleasant Valley Rd., Pine Grove with Pastor Daryl Martin officiating. There will be a viewing on Sunday, September 15, 2019 from 4:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M and Monday, September 16, 2019 from 9:00 A.M.-10:00 A.M. at the Church. Interment will follow in Roedersville Mennonite Cemetery, Pine Grove.
The H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Pine Grove is in charge of arrangements.
High, Leonard S., 72, of Akron, entered into Heaven following a courageous battle with cancer on Wednesday, February 6, 2019 at Hershey Medical Center.
Born in Myerstown, he was a son of the late John David and Laura B (Sauder) High. He was married 52 years on October 1 to Lena M. (Reiff) High.
Leonard retired in 2011 after 38 years of employment with Martin Limestone. He was a quarry operator for 23 years and a mail courier the last 15 years.
He was a member of Weaverland Mennonite Church. He enjoyed hunting, sports, and spending time with his family at his cabin in Perry County.
Surviving in addition to his wife are five children, Jim, married to Missy (Weidler) High of Lititz, Randy, married to Anne (Gehman) High of Raleigh, NC, Sherry, married to Jason Moyer of Ephrata, Daryl High of Ephrata, and Cheryl, married to Travis Brubaker of Denver; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and six siblings, Miriam, married to Christ Burkholder of York, Galen, married to Cindy High of Myerstown, John D., married to Dianne High of Myerstown, Edwin, married to Lois High of St. Joseph, MO, Joyce, married to Walter Kolb of Frystown, and Rhoda, married to Ken Reist of Lebanon.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 11 at 10 am at Weaverland Anabaptist Faith Community, 210 Weaverland Valley Road, East Earl. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing will be held on Sunday from 2-4 pm and on Monday from 9-10 am at the Church.
To send the family online condolences visit us at www.groffeckenroth.com. Arrangements by Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland.
High, Maggie H. Good, 98, of Ephrata, formerly of Lititz, passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2019, at Fairmount Homes.
She was born in Terre Hill to the late Eli H. and Hettie (Hurst) Good and was the wife of the late Leroy W. High who passed away in 1980.
She was a member of Bowmansville Mennonite Church and former member of the sewing circle.
Maggie was a homemaker and also worked in the kitchen at Oregon Dairy before retiring. She enjoyed quilting, puzzles, reading, playing games and traveling with her daughters. She also enjoyed volunteering at the Re-Uzit shop.
Maggie is survived by four daughters, Esther M. wife of Amos C. Sensenig of Lititz, Betty J., wife of A. Glenn Zimmerman of Leola, Erma I. Weaver of Lancaster, Edith E., wife of Manny Esh of Morgantown; three sons, Leroy D., husband of Nancy L. (Markley) High of Leola, James L., husband of Lois A. (Kreider) High of Lititz, Richard D., husband of Rose (Brady) High of Strasburg; 17 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Mahlon Good and six sisters, Emma Messner, Viola Good, Katie High, Alice Zimmerman, Anna Mary Musser and Elsie Good.
A viewing will be held on Monday, August 5, 2019, from 3 to 5 pm at the Bowmansville Mennonite Church, 129 Pleasant Valley Road, East Earl, followed by interment in the adjoining church cemetery. A memorial service will begin at 6:00 PM, at the church, with Pastor Larry H. Weber officiating.
Memorial contributions in Maggie's memory may be made to Bowmansville Mennonite Church, 129 Pleasant Valley Rd., East Earl, PA 17519.
Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.
Hochstedler, Mary Alta Yoder
August 11, 1921 - November 3, 2019
IOWA CITY - Mary Alta Hochstedler was born August 11, 1921, in Mark Center, Ohio, the daughter of Valentine and Elizabeth (Bontrager) Yoder. On January 6, 1951 she was united in marriage to Paul H. Hochstedler in LaGrange County Indiana. They farmed and did mission work in Indiana, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Belize, Arkansas, and Missouri before retiring to Kalona in 2008. Mary was a faithful member of the Salem Mennonite Church. Mary died on Sunday, November 3, 2019 at her home in rural Iowa City at the age of 98 years.
Mary is survived by a daughter Gloria Hochstedler of Kalona, and a sister Mildred Kauffman of Turner, Michigan. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Paul in 2016, an infant sister Viola Yoder and a brother LeRoy Yoder.
Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 AM Wednesday, November 6,2019 at the Salem Mennonite Church in rural Keota. Burial will be in the Salem Mennonite Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 3-7 PM on Tuesday, November 5,2019 at the Salem Mennonite Church. A memorial fund has been established for Iowa City Hospice. The Yoder- Powell Funeral Home in Kalona is caring for Mary and her family.
Hochstetler, Ammon
Januray 3, 1934 - May 19, 2019
Ammon Hochstetler, age 85, of Nappanee, died at 6:00 am, Sunday, May 19, 2019 at his residence after a short illness. He was born January 3, 1934 in Arthur, IL to Joe and Barbara (Kauffman) Hochstetler. His first marriage was to Edith Burkholder, September 27, 1956. She preceded him in death August 30, 1988. He then married Katie Ann Miller October 26, 1989.
Ammon was a member of the Old Order Amish Church.
Mr. Hochstetler is survived by his wife, Katie and their children, Leona (Vernon) Bontrager, Wolcottville, Wanita (Keith) Lengacher, Montgomery, Nathan Hochstetler, at home; children of Ammon and Edith, Joan (Mark) Stutzman, Etna Green, Leoda (Art) Graber, Odon, Gerald (Marlene) Hochstetler, Salem, Sandra Hochstetler, Etna Green, Sharon Hochstetler, Bremen, Keith (Rhoda) Hochstetler, Middlebury, Linda (Lewis) Miller, Goshen; stepsons, Earl (Rachel Rose) Miller, Odon, Jerry (Donita) Miller, Nappanee, Dennis (Malinda) Miller, Etna Green; 45 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; daughter-in-law, Deborah Hochstetler, Nappanee; siblings, Saloma (Eli) Stutzman, Arthur, IL, Ora Hochstetler, West Farmington, OH, Casper (Wilma) Hochstetler, Shipshewana, and Monroe (Ruby) Hochstetler, Arthur, IL. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Eugene Hochstetler; 3 grandchildren, sister, Susie Davis; brothers, Roman, Levi, Perry, Lewis, Enos Hochtsetler; and sisters-in-law, Nancy Hochstetler and Fannie Hochstetler.
Family and friends may call after 2 pm, Monday, May 20th and all day Tuesday, May 21st at the Jerry Miller Residence, 7896 N 800 W, Nappanee. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am, Wednesday, May 22nd at the Devon Schwartz residence, 8099 N 800 W, Etna Green. Home Ministry of the Old Order Amish Church will officiate and burial will be in Graber Cemetery.
Hochstetler, Edward J.
February 27, 1942 - November 2, 2019
Edward J. Hochstetler, age 77, of Topeka, IN died at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN on November 2, 2019. He was born on February 27, 1942 in LaGrange, IN to Jerome and Mary Ann (Miller) Hochstetler. He married Mary U. Schrock on October 9, 1960 and together they lived in matrimony 59 years, and 24 days; she survives.
Survivors include,10 sons, Paul (Oneita) Hochstetler of Millersburg, Marvin (Ella) Hochstetler of Topeka, Howard (LeEtta) Hochstetler of Goshen, Richard (Irene) Hochstetler of Ligonier, Maynard (LuElla) Hochstetler of Topeka, Lynn (Mary) Hochstetler of LaGrange, Lyle (Ruby) Hochstetler of LaGrange, Edward (Edna) Hochstetler Jr. of Ligonier, Mark (Leona) Hochstetler of Rome City, and Cletus Hochstetler at home; 4 daughters, Karen (David) Miller of LaGrange, Loretta (Daniel) Miller of Topeka, Martha (David) Miller of Topeka, and Doris (Victor) Yoder of Ligonier; 94 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; 4 brothers, Elmer (Melody) Hochstetler of Shipshewana, Jerome (Abbie) Hochstetler Jr. of Topeka, Orva Hochstetler of Windsor, MO, and Mervin (Edna) Yoder of Shipshewana; four sisters, Tressie (Albert) Lehman of Middlebury, Martha (Leo) Bontrager of Topeka, Alma (Glen) Whetstone of Topeka, and Mary Lou (Mark) Smith of Shipshewana; and 2 sister-in-laws, Elizabeth Hochstetler of LaGrange and Alta Hochstetler of LaGrange.
He was preceded in death by his parents; 3 brothers, Henry, Clarence, and Harley; a brother-in-law, Levi Bontrager; a sister-in-law, Annamary Hochstetler; and 2 great-grandchildren, Michelle and Rachelle Miller.
Ed was a member of the Old Order Amish Church. He owned and operated Hoosier Buggy Shop in Topeka for over 40 years. Ed also served as an Amish funeral director and casket maker for many years.
Family and friends will be received after 2 pm on Sunday, November 3, 2019 at the family residence, 5245 S 600 W, Topeka, IN 46571 and all day Monday, November 4, 2019.
A funeral service will begin at 9:30 am on Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at the Gerald Miller Residence, 6450 W 550 S, Topeka, IN 46571. Bishop Jonathon Bontrager and the Home Ministers will officiate. Burial will follow at Hawpatch cemetery in Topeka. Pallbearers are Merle Hochstetler, James Miller, LaVon Miller, Marion Hochstetler, Aaron Hochstetler, and Arlin Hochstetler.
Yeager Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Hochstetler, Elizabeth M. Yoder
January 16, 1926 - December 18, 2019
Elizabeth M. (Yoder) Hochstetler, 93, of Sarasota, FL, formerly of Nappanee, Indiana, died surrounded by her loving family on December 18, 2019. She was born on January 16, 1926, daughter of the late Menno and Melinda (Miller) Yoder.
She was married to the late Harvey J. Hochstetler on March 25, 1946 in Nappanee, Indiana.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, December 28, 2019 from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM at Hope Mennonite Fellowship Church, 8500 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL. A funeral service will be held on Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 2:30 PM at the church. Burial will follow at Sunnyside Cemetery.
She is survived by sons, Gerald H. Hochstetler (Mary), of Nappanee, IN, Lyle R. and Kenneth Hochstetler, both of Sarasota, FL; daughters, Rebecca A. Yoder (Fred K.) of Sarasota, Laura B. Weaver (Martin), of Millersburg, OH; brothers, Amos of Sarasota, Owen, of Nappanee, IN, and Ervin of Shipshewana, IN; sisters, Laura Nissley and Sylvia Fingerle, both of Sarasota. She is also survived by 18 grandchildren, 43 great-grandchildren, 3 great great-grandchildren, and a son in-law, Edward Petershiem.
Elizabeth was a member of the Hope Mennonite Fellowship Church in Sarasota. She was very passionate in sharing her love for Jesus, through her lifestyle and sharing of gospel tracts.
In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a sister, Gertie; brothers, Alvin, Lester, Emmon, Levi, and Willie; a daughter, Judy M. Petershiem, and a great grandson, Brady.
Hochstetler, Jaylin Eugene
June 28, 2014 - November 19, 2019
Hochstetler, Kenton Joe
July 18, 2016 - November 19, 2019
Jaylin Eugene Hochstetler, 5, and Kenton Joe Hochstetler, 3, sons of Lonnie T. and Marilyn M. (Eash) Hochstetler of Nappanee, died in an unexpected accident Tuesday afternoon, November 19, 2019.
Kenton was born on July 18, 2016 in Nappanee and Jaylin was born on June, 28 2014 in Lagrange County.
The boys are survived by their parents; a sister Carolyn L. Hochstetler, at home; paternal grandparents Brian and Sarah (Borkholder) Hochstetler of Nappanee; maternal grandparents Melvin L. and Sue Ann (Bontrager) Eash of Lagrange; paternal great grandfather Lonnie E. Hochstetler, Nappanee; paternal great grandmother Mary Ellen (Miller) Borkholder, Bremen; maternal great grandparents Levi and Rosie (Bontrager) Eash of Topeka, and maternal great grandmother Alice (Bontrager) Bontrager, Lagrange.
Kenton and Jaylin were preceded in death by paternal great grandmother Verba Hochstetler; paternal great grandfather Tobias J. Borkholder and maternal great grandfather Clarence Bontrager.
Visitation will be held after 1pm on Thursday, November 21, 2019 and all-day Friday, November 22, 2019 at the Jerry Yoder residence, 4256 W 1350 N, Milford, IN. Funeral services will be held at the Jerry Yoder residence at 9:30am Saturday, November 23, 2019 with home ministries of the Old Order Amish Church officiating. Burial will follow at West Union Cemetery. Funeral services provided by Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee
Hochstetler, Katie J. Raber
May 14, 1946 - June 22, 2019
Katie J. Hochstetler, 73, of LaGrange died at 1:05 pm on Saturday, June 22, at her residence. She was born on May 14, 1946 in Topeka to Jacob and Mattie (Petersheim) Raber. On March 30, 1967 in Topeka she married Levi H. Hochstetler, he survives.
Survivors in addition to her husband are four sons, Perry (Susie) Hochstetler of LaGrange, Mervin (Christina) Hochstetler of Nappanee, Harley (Emma) Hochstetler of Montello, WI, Alvin (Elizabeth) Hochstetler of LaGrange; nine daughters, Barbara (David) Petersheim of LaGrange, Dorothy (Wilbur) Yoder of Dalton, WI, Arlene Hochstetler at home, Malinda (Joseph) Yoder of LaGrange, Erma Hochstetler at home, Wilma (Enos) Bontrager of LaGrange, Lena (Joshua) Miller of Kendallville, Sueanna (Joseph) Beechy of Nappanee, Ida (Ezra) Schrock of LaGrange; 88 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; brother, Eli (Polly) Raber of Topeka; six sisters, Clara Kuhns of Portage, WI, Lydia Kuhns of Nappanee, Esther (Edward) Schmucker of Montello, WI, Wilma Schrock of Topeka, Mattie (Levi) Miller of Middlebury, Anna (David) Bontrager of LaGrange.
She was preceded in death by her parents; one granddaughter; brother, Perry Raber; sister, Lizzie Ann Mullett.
Katie was a homemaker and member of the Old Order Amish Church.
Visitation will be after 2:00 pm on Sunday, June 23, and all day Monday, June 24, at the Joe Coblentz residence, 1155 N. 100 W. LaGrange. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Tuesday, June 25, at the same residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop Amos Yoder and the home ministers. Burial will be in Mast Cemetery, LaGrange.
Hochstetler, Leroy D.
January 1, 1939 - December 10, 2019
Leroy D. Hochstetler, age 80, of Bremen, passed away at the scene of an accident in Marshall County, Tuesday, December 10, 2019. He was born January 1, 1939 in Marshall County to Daniel H. and Lovina (Hochstetler) Hochstetler. On June 18, 1957 he married Malinda Schmucker in Elkhart County. She preceded him in death May 16, 2016. He was a member of the Old Order Amish Church. Leroy was the former owner of Rentown Store.
He is survived by his children, Leroy Jr. (Janice) Hochstetler, and Rebecca (Samuel) Chupp, both of Nappanee, Esther (John) Schwartz, Bremen, Linda (Joe) Riegsecker, Nappanee, Naomi (Jacob) Troyer, Melvin (Wanita) Hochstetler, both of Bremen, Nathan (Ada) Hochstetler, Bourbon, Rosa Hochstetler, Dennis (Leah) Hochstetler, both of Bremen, Mark (Lorene) Hochstetler, Bourbon, Benjamin (Carolyn) Hochstetler, Bremen; 63 grandchildren; 82 great-grandchildren; brother, Gerald (Ruth Ann) Hochstetler, Marion, MI; sisters, Anna Mae Burkholder, Nappanee, Esther (Melvin) Hochstetler, Ava, IL, Linda (Raymond) Slabaugh, Nappanee; sister-in-law, Sarah Hochstetler, Nappanee. He was preceded in death by his wife, Malinda Hochstetler; grandsons, Lyle Hochstetler, Jeremy Schwartz; great-grandson, Matthew Gingerich; brothers, Willis, Monroe and David Hochstetler; and brother-in-law, Alvin Burkholder.
Family and friends may call after 1 p.m., Thursday, December 12, 2019 and all day Friday, December 13th at the Melvin (Wanita) Hochstetler Residence (1573 E. 3rd Road, Bremen). Funeral services will begin at 9:30 a.m., Saturday, December 14th at the Daryl Yoder Residence (1586 E. 3rd Road, Bremen). Bishop Henry Hochstetler and the Home Ministry of the Old Order Amish Church will officiate. Burial will be in Weldy Cemetery.
Arrangements are with Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee.
Hochstetler, Lloyd A.
October 13, 1936 - April 2, 2019
Lloyd A. Hochstetler, age 82, of Nappanee, died at 10:15 am, Tuesday, April 2, 2019 at Goshen General Hospital , Goshen, IN due to complications associated with congestive heart failure.
He was born October 13, 1936 in Nappanee, IN to Andrew C. and Mary (Borkholder) Hochstetler. On June 23, 1962 he married Betty Graber in Goshen, IN.
Lloyd was a member of Berea Christian Fellowship.
He is survived by his wife, Betty; children, Joanna (Timothy) Byler of Middlefield, OH, Pauline (Mervin) Stoltzfus, of Nappanee, IN, Waneta (David) Good of Myerstown, PA, Twila Hochstetler of Nappanee, IN and Lois (Olen) Borkholder of Milford, IN.
He treasured spending time with his 11 grandchildren: Katrina, Kenton, Kimberly & Kael Byler; Kyle, Jessica, Carlton & Nicole Stoltzfus; Braden, Kayleigh & Kya Borkholder.
Lloyd was often associated with his four brothers: Eli, Willis, Harvey and Marvin. In earlier years, he could often be found working alongside one of his brothers in construction in addition to being a farmer.
He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, one brother and a foster son, Randy.
Family & friends are welcome to the visitation, Thursday, April 4th from 6-8 p.m. and Friday, April 5th from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at The Pond, 3965 E. County Line Road, Nappanee, IN. His celebration of life will be held at the same location on Saturday, April 6 at 10 a.m. with burial following at Berea Christian Fellowship. Pastors James Yoder, Keith Yoder & Gary Burkholder will officiate.
Lloyd brought joy to others with his smile and laughter. He was a role model to his family and friends in perseverance throughout his life and especially in his 20 years of living with Parkinsons. Many children will affectionately remember him as the “Candy Dawdy”!
Thank you does not seem adequate enough to express the family’s gratitude for those family, friends and medical staff that have walked this journey with them.
Arrangements are with Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee.
Hofer, LeRoy Donald, 89, of Freeman, Hutchinson Co., SD died March 15, 2019 at the same place.
He was born June 3, 1929 at Dolton, Hutchinson Co., SD to Paul L. and Elizabeth Hofer. Paul was born March 14, 1900 and Elizabeth was born March 22, 1902 and died January 9, 1986.
On June 4, 1950 at Bridgewater, McCook Co., SD he was married to Sarah Mendel, who was born May 25, 1929 and died April 13, 2014.
Surviving are children, Carlos (Rosalind) Hofer; Bruce (Monica) Hofer; Geraldine (Joseph) Palumbo; and Stan (Jill) Hofer; eight grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren; and a sister, Vivian Epp.
A brother, Marvin Hofer and a sister, Irene Hofer preceded him in death.
Memorial services were held March 23, 2019 at Hutterthal Mennonite Church, Freeman, SD with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Holaway, C. Lamar
December 25, 1932-April 14, 2019
LaMar Holaway, age 86, of Goshen, formerly of Wakarusa, died at 3:55 p.m., Sunday, April 14, 2019 at Greencroft Gables, Goshen.
He was born December 25, 1932 in Nappanee to Clarence and Ella (Mullet) Holaway. Mr. Holaway was a 1950 Nappanee High School Graduate. He received his Bachelor degree from Goshen College, and later went on to get his Master Degree at Notre Dame. He was drafted in 1954 to serve our country and served in Alternate Service as a Medical Assistant at Brooklane Farm, Hagerstown, MD.
On August 8, 1954 he married Barbara Thut in West Liberty, OH. She preceded him in death October 7, 2014.
He was a lifetime area resident. Mr. Holaway had taught Music Education and was a Choir Director at Argos, Jimtown High Schools, and for over 47 years at Penn High School. Through his 54 years of teaching, he taught over 10,000 young adults over the years, and was involved in over 390 performances. He was awarded the PHM Teacher of the year in 1987, as well as a Distinguished Staff Award in 2010. His Concert Choir was the first Indiana State Champion. Choirs under his direction performed at the national level in Washington D.C., San Francisco, Dallas, Atlanta, St. Louis, Nashville, and New York, including keynote performances at Carnegie Hall and Avery Fisher Hall. International performances included Toronto, Canada and a 10 day performance tour of Austria in 2000. Mr. Holaway was the first Director of the Michiana Boys Choir. He was the song leader at Holdeman Mennonite Church for over 30 years. Mr. Holaway was a member of the College Mennonite Church. He enjoyed gardening and “rooting around in dirt”. He was a model train enthusiast, and appreciated old barns.
He is survived by his sons, Brian (Michele) Holaway, Estes Park, CO; Brent (Kathy) Holaway, Osceola, [IN]; Bruce (Tonya) Holaway, Holland, MI; grandchildren, Caitlin Gregg, Laura Holaway, Sarah Holaway, Marie Holaway, Paul Holaway; great-grandchildren, Sam, Amariah, Grace, Noah; and a sister, Rachel (Leon) Garot, Glennwood Springs, CO.
He was preceded in death by his siblings, Shirley Troyer, Virginia Weldy-Skiles, Harold “Bud” Holaway, Elta Anderson, Doris Nafziger and Jay Holaway.
Family and friends may call from 2-8 p.m., Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Wakarusa. On Thursday, April 18th there will be a Celebration of Life Service at the College Mennonite Church, Goshen, Indiana beginning at 11:00 a.m. Pastor Pamela Yoder, of College Mennonite Church, will officiate.
Memorial contributions may be given to Mennonite Central Committee.
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Holaway, Carroll "LaMar", 86, of Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN died April 14, 2019 at the same place. He was born December 25, 1932 at Nappanee, Elkhart Co., IN to Clarence and Ella (Mullet) Holaway. On August 8, 1954 at West Liberty, Logan Co., OH he was married to Barbara Thut, who died October 7, 2014.
Surviving are sons, Brian (Michele) Holaway, Estes Park, CO; Brent (Kathy) Holaway, Osceola, IN; and Bruce (Tonya) Holaway, Holland, MI; five grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; and a sister, Rachel (Leon) Garot, Glennwood Springs, CO.
His siblings, Shirley Troyer, Virginia Weldy-Skiles, Harold “Bud” Holaway, Elta Anderson, Doris Nafziger and Jay Holaway preceded him in death.
LaMar was a 1950 Nappanee High School Graduate. He received his Bachelor Degree from Goshen College and later went on to get his Master’s Degree at Notre Dame. He was drafted in 1954 to serve our country and served in Alternate Service as a medical assistant at Brooklane Farm, Hagerstown, MD.
LaMar was a lifetime area resident. He taught music education and was a choir director at Argos, Jimtown High Schools, and for over 47 years at Penn High School. Through his 54 years of teaching, he taught over 10,000 young adults over the years, and was involved in over 390 performances. He was awarded the PHM Teacher of the Year in 1987, as well as a Distinguished Staff Award in 2010. His concert choir was the first Indiana state champion. Choirs under his direction performed at the national level in Washington D.C., San Francisco, Dallas, Atlanta, St. Louis, Nashville, and New York, including keynote performances at Carnegie Hall and Avery Fisher Hall. International performances included Toronto, Canada and a 10 day performance tour of Austria in 2000. LaMar was the first director of the Michiana Boys Choir. He was the song leader at Holdeman Mennonite Church for over 30 years. LaMar was a member of the College Mennonite Church. He enjoyed gardening and “rooting around in dirt.” He was a model train enthusiast and appreciated old barns.
Memorial services were held April 18, 2019 at College Mennonite Church, Goshen, IN with burial in South Union Cemetery, Nappanee, IN.
Holdread, Arlene Marie Yoder
Oct. 24, 1920 - Oct. 1, 2019
Arlene Marie Holdread, 98, of Goshen, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2019 at Greencroft Goshen Health Care.
She was born Oct. 24, 1920 to Olen and Barbara (Mishler) Yoder in Middlebury.
On Oct. 6 1940 she married Gordon W. Holdread and they were married for 54 years. He passed away July 15, 1995.
Survivors include two children: Dr. Jon (Judy) Holdread, Columbus, and Barbara Adams, Phoenix, Arizona; four grandchildren, Kevin (Maria) Holdread, St. Augustine, Florida, Jennifer (David) King and Brooke Deweese, both of Columbus, and Joshua Jensen, Sedona, Arizona; seven great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and siblings, Vera Bickel, Gerald L. Yoder, Ralph Yoder, Verna Weaver, Velma Yoder, J. Olen Yoder and Doris Wortinger.
Arlene worked many years for The Goshen News and was a longtime member of Eighth Street Mennonite Church.
A memorial service will take place, October 29, 2019 at 11:30 a.m. at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen. Pastor Brenda Sawatzky Paetkau, Eighth Street Mennonite Church, will officiate.
Burial will be in Violett Cemetery following the service.
Memorial contributions may be given to the church.
Hoober, Anna Mae Charles*
Oct. 1911 - Oct. 13, 2019
Anna Mae Hoober passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 13, 2019, at Landis Homes Retirement Community, Lititz, PA, one week after her 108th birthday.
She was married to John J. Hoober who predeceased her in 1994. She enjoyed many years of volunteer work at Landis Homes in the ceramic studio, stocking shelves in the community grocery store, playing the organ for services, and donated her payment from over 300 knitted doll outfits to the Caring Fund.
She is survived by son and daughters Dorothy J. Frey predeceased by husband J. Mowery Frey, J. Kenneth Hoober married to Doris Zook Hoober, Mary Ellen Barge married to Melvin H. Barge, Jr., Linda M. Bowman married to James L. Bowman, 13 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, and 8 great-great grandchildren.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, October 19, at 4:00 P.M. at West Bethany Chapel at Landis Homes, 1001 E. Oregon Road, Lititz, PA with the Rev. Leon Oberholtzer officiating. The family will greet friends following the service. Interment will be private and held at the convenience of the family in the Stumptown Mennonite Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her name may be made to The Gideons International, Processing Center, P.O. Box 97251, Washington, DC 20090-7251
*Research by Thelma Hoover Martin - She was the daughter of Benjamin G. & Alice W. (Miller) Charles
Hooley, Wesley Walter, “Wes,” age 97, passed away on February 8, 2019 on the land he transformed from desert to productive farm land in Indian Cove, Idaho. He was born November 21,1921 in Jet, Oklahoma to Alta and Paul Hooley. Wes and Doris Isabel King were married on August 25,1946. They made their home on the family farm in Indian Cove. They were married 67 years.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Doris Hooley, his parents Alta and Paul Hooley, and 4 siblings: Elsie Mann, LeRoy Hooley, Paul Ervin Hooley, and Mylin Hooley. He is survived by one sister, Marilyn (Ed) Miller, a sister-in-law, Fern Hooley, his 7 children: Judith (Wendell) Unrau, Maxine (Rick) Peirson, Dale (Diana) Hooley, Donna (Robert) Detrich, Gary (Lois) Hooley, Gene (Mary Esther) Hooley, and Sharon Hooley; 18 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren.
Wes spent his life as a farmer on the homestead that his parents began in 1938. After his father died, he and his mother and brothers began the irrigation project; obtaining a government grant, blasting and digging the canal, and installed the pump which still serves the west end of Indian Cove. Wes was a hard worker, an innovator and inventor. He created his own 14-foot front-end mowing machine prior to hay swathers, leveled his farm mixing the drifting sand with the clay, and was one of the first to change from gravity irrigation to sprinklers. His math skills were appreciated as Ditch Rider for the West End farmers for 45 years.
Wes was active in the Community Mennonite Church, helping with its construction in 1950 from timbers salvaged from the Anderson Ranch Dam construction, and served as treasurer for many years. He had a rich baritone voice and loved to sing. He was keenly interested in and supported Creation Science research. As a young bachelor, Wes registered as a Conscientious Objector during World War II, and after the war, he volunteered through Mennonite Central Committee (a relief and service organization) to help take 700 horses by ship to Poland under the first United Nations Relief efforts. These men and those who followed were later referred to as 'Seagoing Cowboys.' In his later years he traveled to Israel to help with archaeological digs, and tour with his wife, and he made trips to China and Russia to distribute Bibles.
Wes' life displayed his natural abilities as an engineer and farmer. He valued most his family, showing continuing love for the grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and his repeated requests for family reunions. He has passed on a legacy of self-sufficiency, travel, support for missions, love of music, and life-long learning.
Wes' funeral will be held at the Rost Funeral Home in Mountain Home, Idaho, on Wednesday, February 13, 2019. A viewing is at 11:00 am, and the service at 1:00 pm. The family would like to thank Treasure Valley Hospice who gave wonderful support at the end of his life. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Heifer International (an outgrowth of the Seagoing Cowboys project.)
Hooley, William D.
December 22, 1938 - December 7, 2019
William D. Hooley, 80, of New Paris died Saturday, December 7, 2019 at his home.
He was born on December 22, 1938 to Orvin H. and Pauline (Miller) Hooley in Elkhart.
He is survived by Edith (Troyer) whom he married July 2, 1960 and children Joy Stutsman of Elkhart, John (Jenny) Hooley of Goshen, and Sam Hooley of New Paris. In addition, four grandchildren: Olivia Stutsman, Ian Stutsman, Lauren (Braydon Foreman) Hooley, and Austin Hooley. His siblings include David Hooley of Florida, Joe (Maxine) Hooley of Florida, John (Barbara) Hooley of Shipshewana, Linda (Dallas) Martin of Florida and Mary Beth (Larry) Kilgore of Shipshewana.
Bill began first grade as a five-year-old and “went to school” for the next fifty years as a student, teacher, counselor or administrator. He worked in church schools for thirty years, including Goshen College and Bethany Christian School. He earned degrees from Goshen College, University of Georgia and Western Michigan University. He was ordained a minister of the Mennonite Church in 1963 and served three pastorates in Indiana and Michigan. He was active in the IN-MI Mennonite Conference and served three congregations as an overseer. He also wrote articles for church publications. He was known for his organizational skills, quiet and loving nature, wisdom and life long search to walk humbly with his God.
In addition to his love for education and the church he greatly enjoyed part-time farming, raising cattle and riding horses, plus a team of Belgian horses which he maintained until he began wintering in Florida.
Calling hours will be Tuesday, December 10, 2019 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen. Burial will be in the Baintertown Cemetery, New Paris on Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at 9 a.m. followed by a memorial service at 11a.m. at Pleasant View Church, 58529 C.R. 23, Goshen.
Memorial contributions may be made to Bethany Christian Schools or charity of donor’s choice.
Hoover, Ada G. Martin, 77, of 1627 Center Church Road, East Earl, died Thursday, March 28, 2019 at her home after a brief illness.
Born in New Holland, she was a daughter of the late David and Mary (Groff) Martin. Her husband, Levi Hoover, died September 13, 2011.
Ada was a homemaker and a member of the Reidenbach Mennonite Church.
Surviving are 10 children, Edward (Lois) Hoover of Milton, David (Eunice) Hoover of East Earl, James (Elizabeth) Hoover of East Earl, Susie (James) Martin of Milton, Marian (Christian) Martin of Milton, Eva (Elvin) Martin of Milton, Lucille (Henry) Martin of Watsontown, Dorothy (John) Martin of Trenton, KY, Elsie (Glen) Hoover of Pembroke, KY, and Esther (John) Reiff of Watsontown; 64 grandchildren; four great grandchildren; five brothers, Noah (Edna Hoover) Martin of East Earl, Paul (Anna Hoover) Martin of Milton, Elam (Alta Martin) Martin of Watsontown, David Martin of New Holland, and John Martin of New Holland; and four sisters, Susie (Christian) Reiff of East Earl, Alma Martin of New Holland, Martha (Mahlon) Hoover of Ephrata, and Esther (George) Martin of Ephrata.
Preceding her in death is an infant son, John.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 1 at Noon at the late home with further services at 1 pm at Reidenbach Mennonite Church, New Holland with the Bishop John Reiff officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing will be held at the late home on Sunday from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm. Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill.
Hoover, Anna Mae
May 11, 1943 - October 2, 2019
Anna Mae Hoover, 76, of Richland, passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2019 in the Richland Christian Home, Richland, PA. She was born in East Earl Township, Lancaster County on May 11, 1943, a daughter of the late Harvey S. and Elizabeth G. Martin Hoover.
Anna Mae was employed by Binner's Associates in Schaefferstown for many years. She was a member of the Fairview Mennonite Church of the Weaverland Conference.
She is survived by a sister, Vera M. Hoover; nephews, Curvin Hoover and Nelson Hoover; nieces, Ruth Ann Hoover and Mary Jane Martin; 18 great-nieces and nephews; 13 great-great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother, Melvin Hoover, three infant siblings, Mary, Wilmer and Raymond Hoover and nephew, Melvin M. Hoover, Jr.
Funeral service will be held on Tuesday October 8, 2019 at 9:30 am in Fairview Mennonite Church, 111 Elco Drive, Myerstown, PA. Interment will be made in the adjoining church cemetery. Viewing will be on Monday from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Fairview Mennonite Reception Center, 141 Jackson Road, Lebanon, PA.
PLEASE OMIT FLOWERS. Clauser Funeral Home, Inc. is handling her arrangements.
Hoover, Daniel N., 89, of Leola, passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2019, at his residence.
He was born in West Earl Township to the late Levi N. and Ellen (Newswenger) Hoover and was the husband of the late Mabel H. (Martin) Hoover who passed away in 2005.
Daniel was a member of Conestoga Mennonite Church. He was a farmer
He is survived by four children, Mary M., wife of Weaver Martin of Newville, Ellen M Hoover of New Holland, Alta M. Hoover of Denver, Harvey M., husband of Rhoda (Nolt) Hoover of Leola; 21 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; a brother, Ivan, husband of Esther Hoover; two sisters, Ada and Emma Hoover and a sister-in-law, Martha Hoover.
In addition to his wife and parents, he is preceded in death by an infant daughter, Anna Hoover; three brothers, Martin, Joseph and Aaron; three sisters, Katie, Anna Mary and Susanna.
A viewing will be held Sunday, October 13, 2019 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm, at the late residence, 343 N. Maple Ave., Leola. Funeral services will be held on Monday, October 14, 2019, at 8:45 am, at the late residence, with further services at 9:30 am, from Conestoga Mennonite Church, West Earl Township, 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.
Hoover, Earl Hurst
July 22, 1947 - May 19, 2019
Bethel - Earl Hurst Hoover, 71 of Bethel, passed away in the WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital on Sunday, May 19, 2019. He was born in Lititz, Lancaster County on July 22, 1947, a son of Lydia B. (Hurst) Hoover and the late Ivan H. Hoover. He was the husband of Luella (High) Hoover sharing 50 years of marriage.
Mr. Hoover was a Dairy Farmer and also was employed by Binkley and Hurst in the Parts Dept. He was a member of the Bethel Mennonite Church of the Weaverland Conference.
Surviving in addition to his wife and mother are children, Sharon Horst and husband Edward of Womelsdorf; Brenda Horning and husband Jason of Myerstown; Lois Martin and husband Wilmer of Colby, WI; Vernon Hoover and wife Gladys of Bethel; Lorrene Brubacker and husband Glenn of Athens, WI; Lorne Hoover and wife Marilyn of Richland; 44 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren siblings: Raymond Hoover and wife Ruth of Lititz; Rachel Martin and husband Irvin of Shippensburg; Etta Wise and husband Walter of Womelsdorf; Lamar Hoover and wife Julia of Stevens; Ernest Hoover and wife Louise of Manheim; Lorraine Martin and Husband Stanley Martin of Lititz.
Earl was preceded in death by his father and brother, Paul H. Hoover.
Funeral service will be held on Thursday, May 23, 2019 at 9:30 am in Bethel Mennonite Church, 231 School Road, Myerstown, PA. Interment will be made in the adjoining church cemetery. Viewing on Wednesday from 2 pm to 4 pm and 6 pm to 8 pm at Fairview Mennonite Reception Center, 141 Jackson Road, Lebanon, PA. KINDLY OMIT FLOWERS. Clauser Funeral Home, Inc. is handling his arrangements.
Hoover, Elam R., 79, of Ephrata, passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2019, at his residence.
He was born in New Holland to the late Benjamin F., Jr. and Susan (Reiff) Hoover and was the husband of Nora H. Hoover.
He was a member of Conestoga Mennonite Church, Groffdale Conference. Elam was a farmer.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Anna Mae Hoover of Akron, Eleanor M., wife of Jay Paul Zimmerman of Ephrata, Gladys M., wife of Lloyd N. Sensenig of Shiloh, OH, Alta M., wife of Lynford Weaver of Pine Grove, Elam Ray Hoover of Ephrata, Marlene M., wife of Bernell Newswanger of Akron; 19 grandchildren; 1 great-granddaughter; siblings, Anna Martin of Newville, Lizzie, wife of Mervin Weaver of East Earl, Aaron, husband of Elsie (Sensenig) Hoover of Lititz, Martha, wife of George Horst of Ephrata, Ella, wife of Aaron Garman of PennYan, NY, Alta, wife of Clarence Garman of Narvon, Henry, husband of Anna (Nolt) Hoover of New Holland; sister-in-law, Katie Hoover of New Holland.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Susanne M. Hoover; two sons, Wilmer M. and Harold M. Hoover; a grandson, Andre Kade Newswanger; siblings, Mary, John, Paul, Emma, Lena Esther and Amos.
A viewing will be held Sunday, July 14, 2019, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm, at the late residence, 166 Fairmount Rd., Ephrata. Funeral services will be held Monday, July 15, at 9 am, at the late residence, with further services at 9:30 am, from Conestoga Mennonite Church, 313 N. Farmersville Rd., Ephrata, 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.
Hoover, Emma W., 93, of Ephrata, formerly of Clay Twp., passed away on Thursday, October 17, 2019, at Lincoln Christian Home.
She was born in Clay Township to the late Edwin Z. and Ella O. (Weaver) Hoover.
She was a member of Springville Mennonite Church.
Emma is survived by a sister, Esther Hoover and a sister-in-law, Katie Hoover.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by six brothers, Menno, Eli, Phares, Aaron, Edwin and Norman Hoover and two sisters, Anna Hoover and Mary Stauffer.
A viewing will be held on Sunday, October 20, 2019, from 5 to 8PM at the Lincoln Christian Home, 1307 Apple Street, Ephrata. Funeral services will be held on Monday, October 21, 2019, 9:00 AM at the Lincoln Christian Home with further services at 9:30 AM from Springville Mennonite Church, 580 Springville Road, Ephrata, with Bishop Melvin H. Martin officiating. Interment will take place in the adjoining church cemetery.
Kindly omit flowers.
Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.
Hoover, Frank W.
(60)-March 23, 2019
Frank W. Hoover, 60, of New Holland, died unexpectedly on Saturday, March 23, 2019 at Lancaster General Hospital ER. His wife of 38 years, Cindy A. (Zimmerman) Hoover, survives.
Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Warren M. and Phoebe S. (Weaver) Hoover.
Frank was a farmer and a member of Pleasant Valley Mennonite Church.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by a sister Mary W. Hoover, New Holland, a brother Warren W. Hoover, Denver, and a brother-in-law Wayne Zimmerman, Lebanon, as well as several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by a sister, Rosanna Zimmerman.
His funeral will be held on Wednesday, March 27, 2019 at 10 a.m. at Pleasant Valley Mennonite Church, 140 Pleasant Valley Rd., Ephrata with Stanley Fox, Richard Burkholder, Ed Shirk and Randy Hoover officiating. Interment in the adjoining church cemetery. A viewing will be held at the church on Tuesday from 2-4 p.m. and 6 – 8 p.m. and on Wednesday from 9 – 10 a.m. Kindly omit flowers. The Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland is in charge of arrangements.
Hoover, Lloyd Z., 77, of Ephrata, passed away on Tuesday, January 1, 2019, at home.
He was born in Earl Twp. to the late Mahlon N. and Ada S. (Zimmerman) Hoover and was the husband of Ella N. (Nolt) Hoover with whom he shared 56 years of marriage.
He was a member of Conestoga Mennonite Church, Groffdale Conference.
Lloyd was a laborer for Agri Construction, E-Z Manufacturing and Charles Poultry.
In addition to his wife, Lloyd is survived by eight children, Ella N. Hoover of Ephrata, Verna N., wife of Edwin N. Hoover of Dundee, NY, Raymond N. Hoover of Ephrata, Aaron N., husband of Marian W. (Burkholder) Hoover of Greenwich, OH, Lloyd N., husband of Mary Ann (Martin) Hoover of Leola, John David N., husband of Arlene H. (Martin) Hoover of Orchard, IA, Ada N., wife of Edwin F. Hoover of Millmont, Elvin N., husband of Yvonne (High) Hoover of Denver; 37 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; six siblings, Magdelena Z., wife of the late Isaac S. Hurst, the late David Z., husband of Anna W. (Horst) Hoover, John Z., husband of Ruth Hoover, the late Amos Z., husband of Lena M. (Nolt) Hoover, Ivan Z., husband of Barbara H. (Zimmerman) Hoover. and the late Ann Mae Z., wife of the late Joseph Zimmerman.
A viewing will be held on Sunday, January 6, 2019, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM at the late residence, 57 E. Farmersville Road, Ephrata. Funeral services will be held on Monday, January 7, 2019 at 9:00 AM at the late residence, with further services at 9:30 AM at Conestoga Mennonite Church, West Earl Township, 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.
Hoover, Lydia Burkholder Hoover
June 21, 1931 - March 7, 2019
Mrs. Lydia Burkholder Hoover, age 87 of Pembroke, KY, passed away 9:45 PM Thursday, March 7, 2019 at her residence of natural causes. Services will be 10:00 AM Monday, March 11, 2019 at Fairview Mennonite Church, 653 Roger Q. Mill Rd., Pembroke, KY 42266 with Bishop Samuel Hoover and Minister John Hoover officiating. Burial will be in the Church Cemetery.
Mrs. Hoover was born June 21, 1931 in Ephrata, Pennsylvania the daughter of the late Amos N. Hoover and Ella Burkholder Hoover. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Titus B. Hoover and David B. Hoover; her sisters, Ella B. Martin and Esther Habegger.
Survivors include her husband of 46 years, Ivan Weaver Hoover of Pembroke, KY; her brother, Amos B. Hoover of Ephrata, Pennsylvania; her sister, Anna B. Brubaker of Port Trevorton, Pennsylvania; numerous nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.
Hoover, Mary L. Miller
April 30, 1935-April 21, 2019
Mary L. Hoover, 83, of Telford and formerly of Souderton, went to be with her Lord Easter Sunday, April 21, 2019. She was the beloved wife of the late Willis S. Hoover, who died August 4, 2018.
Born April 30, 1935 in Mattawana, PA, she was a daughter of the late Elmer and Ruth (Harshbarger) Miller.
Mary was a faithful member of Plains Mennonite Church, Hatfield, for over sixty years where she served in the nursery and assisted with the children in Sunday school. She enjoyed gardening, birding, sewing, canning, crossword puzzles, and reading.
She is survived by her children, Wendell L. Hoover (Trish) of Souderton, Glenn E. Hoover (Reenie) of Hatfield, Roger L. Hoover (Sharon) of Perkasie, Lori J. Groff (Tim) of Harleysville, Daryl L. Hoover of Harleysville, and Brian M. Hoover (Heather) of Telford; 14 grandchildren; four brothers, Wayne Miller (Nancy) of Belleville, PA, Marlin Miller of Lewistown, PA, John Miller (Sharon) of Graybill, IN, and Ivan Miller (Colleen) of McVeytown; three sisters, Esther Schuyler of Newark, OH, Betty Michaels, Lena Heister (Marlin), all of McVeytown; her cousin, Marie Yoder, of McVeytown; and sister-in-law, Julia Miller, also of McVeytown.
She was preceded in death by an infant daughter; two brothers, Lloyd and Clyde Miller; brother-in-law, Robert Michaels; and sister-in-law, Esther Miller.
A viewing will be held between 9:00 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Monday, April 29, 2019 at Plains Mennonite Church, 50 W. Orvilla Rd., Hatfield, PA 19440, followed by the Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be in the adjacent cemetery. Arrangements are by the Huff & Lakjer Funeral Home, Lansdale.
For those desiring, contributions may be made in Mrs. Hoover's memory to Plains Mennonite Church.
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Hoover, Mary L. Miller, 83, of Telford, Montgomery Co., PA died April 21, 2019 at the same place. She was born April 30, 1935 at Mattawana, Mifflin Co., PA to Elmer and Ruth (Harshbarger) Miller. On June 1, 1957 she was married to Willis S. Hoover, who was born February 15, 1928 and died August 4, 2018.
Surviving are children, Wendell (and Trish) Hoover; Glen (and Reenie) Hoover; Roger (and Sharon) Hoover; Lori (and Tim) Groff; Daryl Hoover; and Brian (and Heather) Hoover; 14 grandchildren; and siblings, Wayne (Nancy) Miller; Marlin Miller; John (Sharon) Miller; Ivan (Colleen) Miller; Esther Schuyler; Betty Michaels; and Lena (Marlin) Heister.
An infant daughter and two brothers, Lloyd Miller and Clyde Miller preceded her in death.
Memorial services were held April 29, 2019.
Hoover, Nora B. Martin, 85, of Ephrata, passed away Saturday, August 17, 2019, at Fairmount Homes, Inc.
She was born in Clay Township to the late John F. and Edna (Burkholder) Martin and was the wife of Amos B. Hoover.
Nora was a member of Cocalico Mennonite Church, Weaverland Conference.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by six sons, Neal, husband of Ella Mae Hoover of Mt. Pleasant Mills; Jay Paul, husband of Dorothy Hoover of Mt. Pleasant Mills; Amos Lynn, husband of Alice Hoover of Blain; Robert, husband of Rachel Hoover of Rutledge, MO; John David, husband of Arlene Hoover of Loysville; Timothy, husband of Joan Hoover of Rome, PA; three daughters, Rose, wife of Leroy Martin of Colby, WI; Edna, wife of Mark Leinbach of Loysville; Esther, wife of Merle Martin of Colby, WI; a son-in-law, Ronald Reinford of New Bethlehem; 86 grandchildren; 145 great-grandchildren; six siblings, Arlene, wife of Earl Sauder; Elvin Martin; John, husband of Mary Ann Martin; Amos, husband of Edna Martin; Ervin, husband of Joyce Martin; Anna, wife of Vernon Weaver; two sisters-in-law, Esther Mae Martin and Anna Martin.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by an infant son, Harold Larry Hoover; a daughter, Janet Reinford; infant brothers, Franklin and Harold Martin and brothers, Weaver and Lester B. Martin.
A viewing will be held on Thursday, August 22, 2019, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm, at Farm Crest Chapel, Fairmount Homes, 1100 Farm Crest Dr., Ephrata. Funeral services will be held Friday, August 23, at 9:30 am, at Springville Mennonite Church, 580 Springville Rd., Ephrata, with Bishop Melvin Martin officiating. Interment will take place in the adjoining church cemetery.
Hoover, Raymond M., 80, of Stevens, passed away on Thursday, May 9, 2019, at Ephrata Manor.
He was born in Ephrata to the late Henry B. and Elizabeth (Martin) Hoover and was the husband of the late Gladys L. Hoover who passed away in 2011.
He was a member of Hammer Creek Mennonite Church.
Raymond was a mechanic for Burkholder Paving for 30 years before owning and operating Hoover Truck Repair from 1996 till his retirement in 2004. He continued working for the company until his passing. He was a member of the Farmersville Volunteer Fire Co. for 50 years and a member of The Lucky 13 Hunting Camp where he was the cook. He enjoyed the outdoors and spending time with his grand- and great-grandchildren.
Raymond is survived by two sons, Raymond M., husband of Rondi (Reed) Hoover of Denver, Jeffrey L., husband of Diane (Martin) Hoover of Denver; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a brother, Henry M., husband of Mabel (Burkholder) Hoover of Ephrata and a sister, Edna Burkholder of Ephrata.
In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Shawntel Hoover and six siblings, Clarence Hoover, Emma Zimmerman, Vera Martin, Paul Ranck, Advena Weaver, Mary Martin.
A visitation will be held on Sunday, May 12, 2019, from 5 to 8 PM at the Hammer Creek Mennonite Church, 590 Hammer Creek Road, Lititz. An additional visitation will be held on Monday, May 13, 2019, from 10 to 11 AM at the church, followed by funeral services at 11:00 AM with Pastor Leonard Rutt officiating. Interment will be private at Hammer Creek Mennonite Cemetery.
Memorial contributions in Raymond's memory may be made to Youth With A Mission-Haiti, PO Box 236, Akron, PA 17501 or Clinic for Special Children, 535 Bunker Hill Road, PO Box 128, Strasburg, PA 17579.
Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.
Hoover, Ryan Martin
October 19, 2018 - November 13, 2019
Ryan Martin Hoover, 1, son of Galen H. and Sharon O. Martin Hoover of Bethel, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2019 in the Hershey Medical Center. He was born in Ephrata on October 19, 2018.
Surviving in addition to his parents is a brother, Eric M. Hoover; grandparents, Irvin and Martha Hoover of Bethel; Wayne and Marion Martin of Dry Run; great-grandfather, Melvin Huber of Myerstown; great-grandmother, Vera Hoover of Manheim; great-grandparents, Paul and Anna Mae Martin of Manheim; and Clarence and Earla Hurst of Lebanon.
Funeral service will be held on Monday, November 18, 2019 at 9:30 am in the Bethel Mennonite Church, 231 School Road, Myerstown. Interment will be made in the adjoining church cemetery. Viewing on Sunday from 1 pm to 4 pm and 6 pm to 8 pm at the Galen Hoover residence, 6877 Old Route 22, Bethel, PA.
PLEASE OMIT FLOWERS. Clauser Funeral Home, Inc. is handling his arrangements.
Hoover, Shawntel Lynn, 26, passed away on Saturday, March 9, 2019.
She was the daughter of Jeff and Diane (Martin) Hoover, of Denver.
Shawntel worked in sales for Piazza Honda-Reading. She was a graduate of Cocalico High School, class of 2011 and received her Veterinary Technician Certification from Lancaster CTC. She loved all animals, especially her 2 dogs. She enjoyed the outdoors, crafts and knitting.
In addition to her parents, Shawntel is survived by three brothers, Justin, Zach and Joshua Hoover, all of Denver; maternal grandparents, Harold and Lydia Martin of Stevens and paternal grandfather, Raymond M. Hoover, Sr. of Ephrata.
She was preceded in death by her paternal grandmother, Gladys Hoover.
A visitation will be held on Friday, March 15, 2019, from 6 to 9 PM at the Hinkletown Mennonite Church, 2031 28th Division Highway, Ephrata. An additional visitation will be held on Saturday, March 16, 2019, from 9 to 10 AM at the church, followed by memorial services at 10:00 AM with Pastor Glenn Sauder officiating. Interment will be private in the Hinkletown Mennonite Cemetery.
If desired, memorial contributions in Shawntel's memory may be made to New Life for Girl's, PO Box 170, Dover, PA 17305 or Pet Pantry of Lancaster Co., 26 Millersville Road, Lancaster, PA 17603.
Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.
Hoover, Steven R., 45, of Ephrata, met Jesus face to face on Tuesday, April 16, 2019.
He was the son of Jean (Stoltzfus) Hoover, of New Holland, and the late Eli Hoover.
He was an active member of Hinkletown Mennonite Church where he was involved in all aspects of running the sound equipment.
Steven was a diesel mechanic and truck driver for Orlan Truss Hauling in New Holland. He was a hard worker and helped anyone who needed a hand. He will be missed by many.
He was the loving husband of Melinda (Martin) Hoover and the devoted father to Michael, Lincoln and Natalie, all at home. He is also survived by two brothers, John (Sothea) Hoover of New Holland, Rodney (Dia) Hoover of Alaska; three sisters, Donna (Chris) Patton also of New Holland, Jeanne (Boyd) Zimmerman, Sharon (Dwayne) Zimmerman, both of Quarryville.
A viewing will be held on Friday, April 19, 2019, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM at the Hinkletown Mennonite Church, 2031 Division Highway, Ephrata. An additional viewing will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2019, from 9 to 10 AM at the church followed by funeral services at 10:00 AM with Pastors Glenn Sauder, Jerold Martin and Jared Weaver officiating. Interment will take place in the adjoining church cemetery.
If desired, memorial contributions in Steven's memory may be made to Hinkletown Mennonite Church, 2031 Division Highway, Ephrata, PA, 17522 for the benefit of his children.
Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.
Hoover, Verna G. Wise, 97, of Lebanon, PA, passed away on Tuesday, January 22, 2019 in her home. She was the wife of the late Paul S. Hoover. She was born in Bowmansville, Lancaster County on May 30, 1921, a daughter of the late Aaron W. and Hannah S. Good Wise. She was a member of Hamlin Mennonite Church of the Weaverland Conference.
Verna is survived by sons: Gerald Hoover husband of Vera of Clyde, NY; Wilmer Hoover husband of the late Edna of Elizabethtown; Paul David Hoover husband of Carol of Myerstown; Mervin Hoover husband of Marian of Pelham, GA; James Hoover husband of Frances of Lebanon, with whom she resided; Vernon Hoover husband of Linda of Patriot, OH; caregiver of six years Mattie Gingrich; 29 grandchildren; 105 great grandchildren; one great-great granddaughter; sister, Anna Horst and husband Eli H. of Bareville; brother, Alvin Wise and wife Anna Mae of Mohnton. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Eunice W. Hoover and one great granddaughter.
Verna's family would like to thank the Hospice and Community Care staff for the special care provided to Verna.
Funeral service will be held on Monday, January 28, 2019 at 9:30 am in Mt. Zion Mennonite Church, 213 Deep Run Road, Myerstown, PA. Interment will be made in the adjoining church cemetery. View on Sunday from 5 pm to 8 pm at Hamlin Mennonite Church, 2284 Mt. Zion Road, Lebanon, PA. PLEASE OMIT FLOWERS. Clauser Funeral Home, Inc. is handling her arrangements.
Horner, Thelma E. McKnight
March 29, 1934 - September 17, 2019
Thelma E. Horner passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 17 at Hospice House, Elkhart. She was born in 1934 in rural Paw Paw, Michigan to Glenn and Louella (Warren) McKnight. She was married December 31, 1955 in Paw Paw, Michigan to Glen Horner, he survives in Goshen.
Survivors in addition to her husband are her daughter, Elaine (Linford) Martin of Middlebury, IN; a son, Carl (Stephanie) Horner of Wakarusa, IN; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Judy McKnight of Chippewa Lake, OH.
She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Perry McKnight.
Thelma graduated from Western Michigan University in 1954 with an Associate Secretarial Degree and received a Master of Divinity Degree from Ashland Theological Seminary, Ashland, Ohio in 1987. She served as an administrative assistant of Mennonite Board of Congregational Ministries from 1975 to 1978, Conference Coordinator of Ohio Mennonite Conference from 1978 to 1982, and Conference Coordinator of Illinois Mennonite Conference from 1995 to 1999. Thelma also served in pastoral ministry; co-pastoring with her husband Glen at First Mennonite Church, Morton, Illinois; Intentional Interim Pastor at Meadows Mennonite Church, Chenoa, Illinois; and an interim with Glen at Orrville Mennonite Church, Orrville, Ohio. After retirement Thelma and Glen resided in Middlebury, Indiana and at Greencroft, Goshen, Indiana. She was a member of Waterford Mennonite Church, Goshen.
Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 6:00 PM on Sunday, September 22, at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury, Indiana. A private graveside service will be held at Grace Lawn Cemetery, Middlebury prior to the 11:00 AM memorial service on Monday, September 23, at Waterford Mennonite Church, 65975 State Rd. 15 Goshen. Pastor Terry Zehr will officiate.
Memorial contributions may be given to the Center for Hospice Care.
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Horner, Thelma E. McKnight, 85, of Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN died September 17, 2019 at Elkhart, Elkhart Co., IN. She was born March 29, 1934 at Paw Paw, Van Buren Co., MI to Glenn and Louella (Warren) McKnight. On December 31, 1955 at Paw Paw, MI she was married to Glen Horner, who was born June 22, 1933 and survives.
Surviving are a daughter, Elaine (Linford) Martin and a son, Carl (Stephanie) Horner; seven grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and a sister-in-law, Judy McKnight.
A brother, Perry McKnight preceded her in death.
Thelma graduated from Western Michigan University in 1954 with an associate secretarial degree and received a Master of Divinity degree from Ashland Theological Seminary, Ashland, Ohio, in 1987.
She served as an administrative assistant of Mennonite Board of Congregational Ministries from 1975 to 1978, conference coordinator of Ohio Mennonite Conference from 1978 to 1982 and conference coordinator of Illinois Mennonite Conference from 1995 to 1999. Thelma also served in pastoral ministry, co-pastoring with her husband Glen at First Mennonite Church, Morton, Illinois; as an intentional interim pastor at Meadows Mennonite Church, Chenoa, Illinois; and an interim with Glen at Orrville Mennonite Church, Orrville, Ohio.
Memorial services were held September 23, 2019 at Waterford Mennonite Church, Goshen, IN with burial in Grace Lawn Cemetery, Middlebury, Elkhart Co., IN.
Horst, Christine M. Sensenig
October 25, 1975 - October 8, 2019
ROMULUS – Christine M. Horst, 43, of County Road 121, Romulus, N.Y., passed away on Tuesday (October 8, 2019) at her residence.
Family and friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday (October 13) at the family home (4396 County Road 121, Romulus, NY).
Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Monday (October 14) at Locust Grove Mennonite Church, 10940 Turnpike Road (Off of Route 414 North), Clyde, N.Y. Burial will be in Locust Grove Mennonite Cemetery on the church grounds.
The family requests that flowers be omitted.
Christine was born in Ephrata, Penn. on October 25, 1975 the daughter of John and Elma Fay (Martin) Sensenig. She had resided most of her life in the Romulus area. She was a member of Locust Grove Mennonite Church, Clyde, N.Y.
Christine is survived by her husband, Cleson Horst of Romulus, N.Y.; two daughters Alma and Anita Horst of Romulus, N.Y.; six sons Randall, Elverne, Anthony, Daryl, Clarence, and Ethan Horst of Romulus, N.Y.; her parents John and Elma Fay (Martin) Sensenig of Romulus, N.Y.; five sisters Lorraine (Nelson) Wise of Waterloo, N.Y., Lorene (Clyde) Horst of Mannsville, N.Y., Linda (Curvin) Horst of Belleville, N.Y.; Sandra (Harlan) Wenger of Romulus, N.Y.; and Susan (Richard) Wise of Auburn, N.Y.; one brother, Stanley (Elvina) Sensenig of Romulus, N.Y.; many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Arrangements are under the direction of Doran Funeral Home, Seneca Falls, N.Y.
Horst, Clarence H., 95, of Reading, died Tuesday, January 15, 2019 in Reading.
Born in Adamstown, he was a son of the late Elmer K. and Katie (Buckwalter) Horst. His wife, Ruby A. (King) Horst, died Nov. 21, 2009.
Clarence worked most of his career at the Bollman Hat Company but also loved farming.
He was a member at Fairview Mennonite Church in Reading for over 60 years and enjoyed listening to music and singing.
Surviving are five children, James (Carol) Horst of Paradise, Charles (Sheryl) Horst of Middlebury, IN, Ruby (Greg) Lerch of Reading, J. Mark (Joyce) Horst of Harrisonville, and Alice (Clyde) Martin of Ephrata; 29 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and four siblings, Samuel Horst of Harrisonburg, VA, Luke Horst of Lititz, Orpah Kurtz of West Jefferson, NC, and John Horst, married to June of Elizabethtown.
Preceding him in death are four brothers and a sister.
The family would like to thanks the staff of Rittenhouse Village in Muhlenberg and Caring Hospice for their gentle care of Clarence over these past several months.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 9 at 11 am at Gehman Mennonite Church, 127 Witmer Rd, Reinholds. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 10 to 11 am at the church. A private interment will be in the Gehman Mennonite Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Heralds of Hope, PO Box 3, Breezewood, PA 15533. To send the family online condolences visit us at www.groffeckenroth.com. Arrangements by Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill.
Horst, Irene Good Weber
Sept. 12, 1930 - Oct. 14, 2019
Irene Good Horst, 89, of Narvon, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, October 14 following a brief illness. She was born on September 12, 1930 in Adamstown to the late Edwin and Fannie Weber. Irene was married to the late Robert R. Horst. She was the mother of Marge Smith (wife of Barry) and Shirley Wilbers (wife of Earl), and grandmother of Katrina Smith and Heidi Koch (wife of Derek). She was a member of Lyndon Mennonite Church.
Irene had a passion and talent for writing which began in her 20s while she was recuperating in a tuberculosis sanatorium. For over 30 years she wrote a weekly column titled ‘Through My Kitchen Window' for the Tri-County Record. She found the inspiration for her articles from the lives of everyday people and viewed her writing as a way to encourage her readers. Additionally, she had her work featured in many other publications, as well as a few books of her own. She even won several awards for her writing. Irene also loved music. She enjoyed playing the organ and singing the old hymns, as well as a few songs she wrote herself.
Irene was a faithful prayer warrior who interceded for missionaries, family, friends, and anyone in need. She wrote of many of these answered prayers. Irene was an inspiration to everyone who knew her, and even her readers.
Surviving besides her daughters and granddaughters are her siblings Lillian Weber, Richard Weber (Barbara), Betsy Breckbill, Ruth Ann Hollinger (Lamar), Diane Reitz (Richard) and Erla Beiler (Eugene). She was preceded in death by her siblings George Weber, Grace Horning, Sam Weber, Carl, Melvin, Clair, and Leon Youndt, Lela Horning, and Hazel Martin.
The family wishes to thank Zerbe Sisters Nursing Center for their kind, compassionate care. You became like family to us and we appreciate everything you've done.
A memorial service will be held on Sunday, October 20 at 3pm at Bowmansville Mennonite Church, 129 Pleasant Valley Rd., East Earl, PA.
Horst, Ivan K., 83, of Farmersville, entered into rest on Monday, February 4, 2019 at his home after a 4 month battle with cancer.
Born in West Earl Township, he was a son of the late Harry and Fannie (Kauffman) Horst. He was the husband of Mabel (Martin) Horst for 61 years.
He was a member of the Groffdale Mennonite Church, Weaverland Conference.
He was also a retired dairy farmer and enjoyed taxi driving.
In addition to his wife, Ivan is survived by 6 children, Marilyn, wife of Aaron Huber of Richland, Wilmer, husband of Sharon (Martin) Horst, Lamar, husband of Rose (Hursh) Horst, both of Landisburg, Earl, husband of Venetia (Martin) Horst of Newmanstown, Doris, wife of Loyd Lee Sensenig, and Daryl, husband of Jeanette (Hurst) Horst, both of Ephrata; 37 grandchildren; 65 great-grandchildren; a brother, Mervin W., husband of the late Anna Horst; and 3 sisters, Alma, wife of Ivan Martin, Norma, wife of the late Harold Martin, and Florence, wife of Allen Nolt.
Preceding him in death in addition to his parents is a grandson, Cleason Horst, and 2 brothers, Paul, husband of Alice Horst, and Ammon, husband of Louella Horst.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 8 at 9 am at Fairmount Homes Farm Crest Chapel, 1100 Farm Crest Dr., Ephrata, with further services at 9:30 at Groffdale Mennonite Church with the Bishop Curvin Zimmerman officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing will be held at the Farm Crest Chapel on Thursday from 1-4 and 6-8 pm. Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland.
Horst, John Landis
January 10, 1923 - November 25, 2019
John Landis Horst was born at home in Ephrata, PA on Jan. 10, 1923 to Titus S. and Mary (Landis) Horst. He passed away peacefully on November 25, 2019 at Garden Spot Village, at the age of 96.
He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Carolyn. He is also survived by a daughter: Susanne Horst (Eugene) Brenneman of Kinzers; and 3 sons: David K. (Vonnie Lausch) Horst of Akron; Mark J. (Luanne) Horst of Ephrata; and Dan R. Horst (Diane) of Lititz; and daughter-in-law Dawn Horst of Lititz. John is also survived by the following grandchildren: Nathan (Tina) Brenneman of Strasburg, Cristy (Doug Albert) Brenneman of Dallas, TX : Rebecca (Jay) Lammey of Lancaster; Peter (Becca) Brenneman of Philadelphia; Heather (Patrick) Currie; Heidi (David) Hynd of Brisbane in Queensland, Australia; J. Ryan Horst of Lebanon; Stephanie (Eric) O'Conner of Salt Lake City, UT; Mark James Horst of Groveland, FL and Amanda Horst of Pittsburgh and granddaughter-in-law, Amy Wiek (Shawn Weit) of Lititz. He was very proud of his great-grandchildren: Karli & Madison Brenneman, Keeton Konzelmann, Titus & Roscoe Brenneman, Alexander & Quinn Currie; Hudson Hynd; and Olivia & Tanner Weik. John is also survived by his sister Martha Kurtz Gascho of New Holland and brother T. Glenn Horst of Akron.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son Jonathan L. Horst in January 2019, grandson, Dale Weik and a brother Ray E. Horst.
After graduation from Ephrata High School in 1941, John enrolled in Eastern Mennonite University but was drafted in 1943. As a conscientious objector, John spent the war years serving in Civilian Public Service in Mulberry, FL area where he served on a Public Health hookworm control project. His unit was assigned to serve in an impoverished black & white community where they constructed and installed a large number of sanitary toilets throughout the community. When the war was over John completed his enlistment by serving as a Seagoing cowboy. Seagoing cowboys tended livestock on ships sent to war ravaged countries during 1946 after the hostilities ended. John went on 4 tours transporting impregnated cattle and horses to Germany. This Seagoing program has evolved into the Heifer Project.
After completing this Seagoing cowboy service, John took his beloved middle-aged, Aunt Anna on tour through southern United States, ending in California. Anna decided to fly home to get married, leaving John in California. After doing several jobs, he ended up teaching at a school in Earlimont, CA where he met a fellow teacher, Carolyn Peterson. They were married 6 months after they started dating.
John completed his studies at Eastern Mennonite during summers, finally graduating in 1951. In 1961, he took his family of 7 to Boulder, CO to obtain his MBS at University of Colorado.
The family than moved to Akron, PA where John taught science at Ephrata High School, before moving to teaching Biology and eventually Techniques of Science Education at Millersville University. When he retired from Millersville University in 1988, he was awarded Associate Professor, Emeritus status.
John spent many semester breaks in Switzerland, researching his Horst ancestors. He learned to speak PA Dutch in his grandparent's home, and German in high school. He was fluent in German and used those skills as a young man during the Seagoing cowboy breaks, as well as his numerous trips to Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
He loved to travel and meet people of many cultures. John & Carolyn spent 6 months on a sabbatical, visiting Universities all around the world, on a special ticket that provided air transportation as long as they traveled only east.
After retirement, John & Carolyn became snowbirds and loved spending winters at their cottage in Pinecraft Community in Sarasota, FL. John taught his children to love to camp, hike and travel. Hikes often included a science lesson, looking for fossils, lichens or looking for trap-door spiders. A hike to the bottom of the Grand Canyon with Susie and Jon in 1964, included a discussion of the time periods of the rocks, and discovery of various lizards.
John was a member of the Akron Mennonite Church. He quietly shared his faith by example.
A viewing will be held Friday, November 29, 2019, from 1 to 2 pm, at the Akron Mennonite Church, 1311 Diamond St., Akron, followed by his funeral service at 2 pm, with Chaplain Marian Harnish officiating. Interment will take place in the adjoining church cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Mennonite Disaster Relief, c/o Mennonite Central Committee, P.O. Box 500, Akron, PA, 17501 or the Heifer Project at Heifer.org.
Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.
Horst, Lena W., 76, of 1671 Center Church Road, East Earl, passed away on Friday, December 13, 2019 at Fairmount Homes.
Born in East Earl, she was the daughter of the late Adam M. and Annie Weaver Horst.
Lena was a housekeeper and a member of the Bowmansville Mennonite Church, Groffdale Conference.
Surviving are five sisters, Mary wife of Weaver Burkholder of Kutztown, Mabel wife of John Newswanger of Roaring Springs, Irene Horst of East Earl, Ella Mae wife of Jacob Zimmerman of Ephrata, and Ruth Horst of Werneresville; two brothers, Henry husband of Grace Horst of Lititz, and James husband of Jane Horst of Stevens; two sisters-in-law, Elizabeth Keller widow of the late Adam Horst, and Eunice Rissler widow of the late Lloyd Horst; and 34 nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Nora and Anna Horst, three brothers, Paul Horst, Adam Horst, and Lloyd Horst, a sister-in-law, Mabel Horst, and by a nephew Lavon Newswanger.
The family would like to thank the staff of Fairmount Homes for the wonderful care they provided to Lena during the last year of her life.
A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, December 18, at 10:00 A.M. at the Bowmansville Mennonite Church, 913 Oaklyn Drive, Narvon, with Bishop Elam Zimmerman officiating. Interment in the adjoining church cemetery. A Viewing will be held on Tuesday from 1:00 to 3:00 P.M. and from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. at her late home at 1671 Center Church Road, East Earl. Arrangements by the Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill, PA.
Horst, Mabel H. Zimmerman, 81, of East Earl, passed away at home on Tuesday, May 7, 2019.
She was the wife of the late Paul W. Horst who died in 2007. Born in Terre Hill, she was the daughter of the late Isaac and Hettie High Zimmerman.
Mabel was a member of the Spring Grove Mennonite Church, Groffdale Conference. She was a homemaker and along with her late husband had founded the Horst Farm Market.
Surviving are six sons, Clyde husband of Emma Horst of Stanley, WI, Lewis husband of Mary Horst of East Earl, Leon husband of Ruth Horst of Thorp, WI, Paul husband of Barbara Horst of East Earl, Isaac husband of Irene Horst of Woodbury, PA and Clair Horst of East Earl; three daughters, Irene wife of Elmer Nolt of Alta Vista, IA, Elva wife of Walter Horst of Ephrata, and Esther wife of Leon Nolt of Riceville, IA; 70 grandchildren, 41 great-grandchildren; four brothers, Isaac husband of Fannie Zimmerman of New Holland, Aaron husband of Edna Mae Zimmerman of New Holland, Lloyd husband of Annetta Zimmerman of Terre Hill, and Paul husband of Mabel Zimmerman of East Earl; four sisters, Anna wife of Israel Martin of Shippensburg, Vera wife of the late Phares Newswanger of East Earl, Miriam wife of the late Phares Zimmerman of Versailles, MO and Verna wife of Leroy Zimmerman of Mifflinburg; and a sister-in-law, Mary Zimmerman of Liberty, KY. She was preceded in death by brothers, Harold and Christian Zimmerman, by sisters, Mary Newswanger, Esther Weaver and Elva Zimmerman; by a grandson and two great-grandsons.
A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, May 13 at 9:00 A.M. at the late home with further services at 9:30 A.M. at the Spring Grove Mennonite Church with Bishop Elam Zimmerman officiating. Interment in the adjoining church cemetery. A viewing will be held at the late home on Sunday from 2 -4 P.M. and 6 - 8 P.M. Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by the Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill, PA.
Horst, Melvin G.
September 19, 1933 - October 24, 2019
COLUMBIANA — Melvin G. Horst, 86, of Columbiana, died on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2019 at his home.
Born Sept. 19, 1933 in Wadsworth, he was the son of the late Clarence K. and Susie Good Horst.
He was a member of the Sharon Mennonite Church and had worked as a plumber his whole life, owning and operating Horst Plumbing and Heating.
He is survived by his wife, the former, Eleanor A Burckhart; five daughters, Janis Reinford of Emlenton, Pa.,, Audrey Brandt of Polonia, Manitoba, Canada, Jana Lou Beidler of Canton, Pa.,, Brenda Martin of Mazeppa, Minn., and Judith Klippenstein of Columbiana; seven sons, Daryl of Payette, Idaho, Mark of Newville, Pa., Dennis of Kingston, Ohio, Gerald of Salem, Galen of St. Ansgar, Iowa, Steven of Fremont, Ohio and Kevin of Fortuna, Calif.; two sisters, Emma Eberly of Kidron and Margaret Yoder of Costa Rica; four brothers, Raymond of Petersburg, Tenn., Arthur of Kensington, Paul of Williamsburg, Ky., and Clarence Gene of Jeffersonville, Ky.; 116 grandchildren and 81 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Willis Horst, and three grandchildren.
Calling hours will be noon-3 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at the Greenford Christian Church. Services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday with a viewing starting at 9 a.m. at the church under the direction of the Sharon Mennonite Church Ministry. Burial will follow at the Sharon Mennonite Church Cemetery.
Donations may be made to the Sharon Mennonite Church, 13070 Green Beaver Road, Salem, OH. 44460.
The Warrick-Kummer-Rettig Funeral Home, Columbiana, is in charge of arrangements.
Horst, Ralph E.
January 16, 1947 - June 18, 2019
Ralph E. Horst, of Canton PA, entered peacefully into rest Tuesday, June 18, 2019 at the age of 72. He was the husband of Dorcas E. (Martin) Horst, to whom he was married 52 years.
He was born on January 16, 1947 in Hagerstown, MD, son of the late Irvin and Mable (Martin) Horst. He was a member of the Towanda Creek Mennonite Church of West Franklin, PA and served as bishop in the church.
He is survived by his wife Dorcas of Canton, PA along with 12 children: Emeline Jones and husband Robbie of Hephzibah, GA; Lyndora Swartzentruber and husband Jason of Glade Spring, VA; James Horst and wife Marla of Belle Fourche, SD; Timothy Horst and wife Judy of Rawlins, WY; Joanna Gerber and husband Luke of Antigo WI; Kristina Gerber and husband Marlin of Mt. Stelring, KY; Titus Horst and wife Sharon of Grayson, KY; Kathaleen Gerber of Thamesville, ON; Paul Horst and wife RuthAnne of Withee, WI; Arlin Horst and wife Lynelle of Long Creek, OR: Marilyn Mast and husband Leonard of Pedernales, MX; Dale Horst and wife Stephanie of Fredericksburg, PA; 4 sisters: Esther Martin and husband Elvin; Arlene Horst; Orpha Martin and husband Darrel; Mary Jane Martin and husband James; 2 sisters-in-law Elizabeth Horst and Joy Horst.
He will be fondly remembered by 71 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.
He is proceeded in death by 2 brothers, Earl Horst and Roy Horst.
The community of friends and family are invited to a viewing at New Life Church 299 McMurray Road, Canton, PA on Saturday, June 22 from 4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. And a viewing at Shade Mountain Mennonite Church, 134 Center Rd, Mt Pleasant Mills, PA, on Sunday, June 23, 2019 from 2:00 p.m. -4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
A funeral service will be held at God's Missionary Church, 1653 Creek Rd., Middleburg, PA on Monday, June 24, 2019 at 10:00 a.m.
As a family, we wish to extend a special thanks to the church family, friends and community who have shared with us during our loss.
A special thanks is extended to the Morse & Kleese Funeral Home, 94 N. Center St., Canton, PA for assisting the family with arrangements.
Hostetler, Cathryn E.
May 11, 1929 ~ January 12, 2019
Cathryn E. Hostetler, 89, of Roanoke, IL passed away at 2:15 am on Saturday, January 12, 2019 at Unity Point Health-Methodist in Peoria. She was born on May 11, 1929 to John E. and Amanda S. (Kennell) Hostetler in rural Roanoke.
Surviving are her two sisters and one brother Lorene Hostetler, Marilyn Hostetler and Ervin (Barbara) Hostetler all of Roanoke; brother-in-law Jake Christner of Roanoke; and two nieces and four nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters.
Cathryn was a member of Linn Amish Mennonite Church in Roanoke.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am on Thursday, January 17, 2019 at Linn Amish Mennonite Church in Roanoke with church ministers officiating. Visitation will be held from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Wednesday, January 16, 2019 at Mason Funeral Home Metamora Chapel. Burial will be in Roanoke Mennonite Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to the Apostolic Christian Home of Roanoke, 1102 West Randolph Street, Roanoke, IL 61561.
Hostetler, Cletus Lavern, 92, a resident of Harrisonburg, Va., passed away Monday, Sept. 2, 2019, at Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community. Cletus was the son of Aaron J. and Catherine “Katie” Schmucker Hostetler.
Cletus graduated from Goshen College, Goshen, Ind., with a Bachelor’s degree in physics and mathematics. He received a Master’s degree from Ohio State University in physics and a Master’s degree in computer science from Penn State University. He was an electronic engineer in industry for 37 years. He was employed by Westinghouse, Sylvania, Sperry Gyroscope, RCA and the last 19 years by Hughes Aircraft in Torrance, Calif. In his youth, he was a member of the Beech Mennonite Church in Louisville, Ohio, and later the United Methodist Church. Since retirement, he was a member of Park View Mennonite Church in Harrisonburg, Va. He was a kind man with a gentle way toward everyone he knew.
He is survived by 10 nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Bernice Stutzman, of Louisville, Ohio, and two brothers, Vincent Hostetler, of Louisville, Ohio, and Mervin Hostetler, of Harrisonburg, Va.
A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 13, 2019, at Strite Auditorium at Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community.
Hostetler, Freeman O.
January 8, 1937 - May 16, 2019
Freeman O. Hostetler, 82, of Topeka, died at 8:29 pm on Thursday, May 16 at Parkview Noble Hospital, Kendallville. He was born on January 8, 1937 in LaGrange County, to Owen D. and Elizabeth (Miller) Hostetler. On June 9, 1960, in LaGrange County, he married Darla Mae Miller, she survives.
Survivors in addition to his wife are six sons, Mervin Dean (Iva) Hostetler of Goshen, Maynard (Judy) Hostetler of Topeka, Merle Eugene (Marlene) Hostetler of Shipshewana, Freeman Jr. (Sara) Hostetler of Topeka, Steven Ray (Irma) Hostetler of LaGrange, Leon Jay (Leona) Hostetler of Topeka; eight daughters, Sue Ann (Wayne) Fry of Ligonier, Norma Jean (Wilbur) Bontrager of Dalton, WI, Mary Ruth (Ferman) Lambright, Inez (Dean) Miller, Ella Mae (Joe) Frey all of Topeka, Loretta (Dan) Byler, Lorene (Sam) Wingard both of Goshen, Eva Fern (Joe) Yoder of Topeka; 75 grandchildren, 66 great-grandchildren; two brothers, David Hostetler of Kenton, OH, Owen Jr. (Esther) Hostetler of Topeka; two sisters, Orpha Miller, Alice (Harley) Fry both of Topeka.
He was preceded in death by his parents; four sisters, Katie Glick, Nettie Lambright, LeAnna Bontrager, and Mary Bontrager; brother, Orva Hostetler; two grandsons, one great-grandson.
He was a farmer and a member of the Old Order Amish Church.
Visitation will be after 1:00 pm on Saturday, May 18 and all day Sunday, May 19 at the family residence, 5485 W. 600 S., Topeka. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Monday, May 20 at the Vernon Yoder residence, 5380 W. 600 S., Topeka. Services will be conducted by Bishop Jonathon L. Bontrager and the home ministers. Burial will be in Miller Cemetery, LaGrange. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury, is assisting the family with arrangements.
Hostetler, Lavina M. Zoss
August 29, 1923 - May 9, 2019
ROANOKE - Lavina M. (Zoss) Hostetler, 95, of rural Roanoke passed away at her home on Thursday, May 9, 2019.
She was born on August 29, 1923, to Ben W. and Barbara (Kennell) Zoss. She married Leo C. Hostetler on December 28, 1950, in rural Roanoke. He passed away on December 21, 1990.
Surviving are one daughter, Lanora (the late Robert) Headings of Muscoda, WI; one grandson, Anthony (Melissa) Unzicker and their daughter, Courtney, of Platteville, WI; one granddaughter, Barbara (Kenneth) Fisher of Muscoda, WI; and many nephews and nieces to whom she was very special.
She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Silas (wife, Luella) Zoss; one sister, Lillie Zoss; and an infant sister, Sadie Zoss.
Lavina was a member of North Linn Amish Mennonite Church in rural Roanoke. She enjoyed keeping house, mowing and doing lawn care around her house.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 15, 2019, at North Linn Amish Mennonite Church, with church ministers officiating. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 14, 2019, at Mason Funeral Home Metamora Chapel. Burial will be in Roanoke Mennonite Cemetery.
Memorials may be given to Transitions Hospice, 8914 North Prairie Pointe, Peoria, IL 61615.
Hostetler, Richard, 90, of Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN died June 3, 2019 at the same place. He was born November 10, 1928 at Farmerstown, Ohio to Atlee and Nettie Hostetler. In 1949 he was married to Helen King, who survives. They celebrated 70 years of marriage in May.
Surviving are children, Marilyn (Don) Jantzi, Jim (Cherlyn) Hostetler, Dave (Laurie)Hostetler, Mike (Heather) Hostetler and Bob (Nur) Hostetler; 23 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren; a brother, Darrel (Marian) Hostetler; and two sisters, JoAnne (Nelson) Kilmer and Louise Evans.
A brother, Robert Hostetler; and a sister, Anna Hostetler
preceded him in death.
Richard graduated from Goshen College and attended Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary. He was a minister for 20 years and had a painting and wallpaper business from 1974-1998. He enjoyed video editing and production, birding, pitching softball and horseshoes, as well as creating photo books for his family.
Memorial services were held July 12, 2019 at The Meeting House, Greencroft Healthcare, Goshen, IN. His body was donated to IU Medical Center.
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Hostetler, Richard
November 10, 1928 - June 4, 2019
Richard Hostetler, Greencroft, passed away at age 90.
He was born Nov. 10, 1928, in Farmerstown, Ohio, to Atlee and Nettie Hostetler.
He graduated from Goshen College and attended Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary.
In 1949, he married Helen King. They celebrated 70 years of marriage in May.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Robert Hostetler; and sister, Anna Hostetler.
He is survived by his wife, Helen; brother, Darrel (Marian) Hostetler; sisters, JoAnne (Nelson) Kilmer and Louise Evans. He is also survived by his children, Marilyn (Don) Jantzi, Jim (Cherlyn) Hostetler, Dave (Laurie) Hostetler, Mike (Heather) Hostetler and Bob (Nur) Hostetler. He had 23 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
Richard was a minister for 20 years and had a painting and wallpaper business from 1974-1998. He enjoyed video editing and production, birding, pitching softball and horseshoes, as well as creating photo books for his family.
Richard donated his body to IU Medical Center. Memorial services will be at a later date.
Hostetter, Isaac E. "Ike", 88, of Kirkwood, entered into rest on Thursday, December 12, 2019 at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Gap, he was the son of the late I. Eby and Ruth (Martin) Hostetter. He was married to the late Elizabeth M. (Doutrich) Hostetter for 58 years.
Ike was a lifelong farmer and an active member of Mechanic Grove Mennonite Church, where he served as a deacon. He had also attended Oak Shade Mennonite Church. Ike volunteered for the Solanco Fair Assoc. and was active with the M.C.C. meat canning in Kirkwood. In later years, he drove for Pine View Trucking. Ike loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
Ike is survived by 7 children: Joanne, wife of Dan Dietzel; Linda, wife of Don Ibach; Sally, wife of Victor Girafalco; Judy, wife of John Lentz; Karen, wife of Edwin Miller, Jr.; Kim, wife of Mark Weber; and Brad Hostetter. Also surviving are 14 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren; 3 sisters and 7 brothers. In addition to his wife, Ike was preceded in death by a sister.
A memorial service will take place at Mechanic Grove Church of the Brethren, 1392 Robert Fulton Hwy., Quarryville on Thursday, December 19, 2019 at 11:30 a.m., where there will be a greeting time from 10:30-11:30 a.m. The family will also receive friends on Wednesday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Mechanic Grove Mennonite Church, 735 Church Rd., Quarryville. Traditional interment will be private in the Mechanic Grove Mennonite Cemetery.
Huber, Edith G. Weaver
October 3, 1929 - October 24, 2019
Edith G. Huber, 90, of Myerstown, PA, passed away on Thursday, October 24, 2019 in the Rile's Home-Aide Haven, Myerstown. She was the wife of Melvin K. Huber to whom she was married to for 11 years.
She was born in Jackson Township, Lebanon County on October 3, 1929, a daughter of the late Levi and Leah Gingrich Weaver. Edith was a member of the Fairview Mennonite Church of the Weaverland Conference.
Surviving in addition to her husband are step children, Lester Huber and wife Janet of Myerstown; Nancy Garman and husband Carl of Manheim; Erma Auker and husband John and Martha Hoover and husband Irvin both of Bethel; Arlene Weaver and husband Robert of Richfield; Aaron Huber and wife Marilyn of Richland; Mary Brubacker and husband Ivan of Shippensburg; Miriam Burkholder and husband Christian; John David High and wife Dianne; Edwin High and wife Lois Ann; Joyce Kolb and husband James; Rhoda Reist and husband Kenneth; numerous step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren; sister, Mildred Martin of Pine Grove.
She was preceded in death by her first husband John David High, step sons, Leonard High and Galen High; sisters, Lydia High, Lavina Weaver, Esther Oberholtzer, Anna Huber and two infant brothers.
Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at 9:30 am in Fairview Mennonite Church, 111 Elco Drive, Myerstown, PA. Burial in the Myerstown Mennonite Cemetery. Viewing on Monday from 2 pm to 4 pm and 6 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.
Huber, John "LaMar"
July 24, 1949 - September 4, 2019
John "LaMar" Huber, 70, of Columbia, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday evening, September 4, 2019 at LGH. He was the husband of the late Caroline R. (Eby) Huber, who died June 3, 2018.
Born July 24, 1949, in Lancaster, he was the son of the late J. Cleon and G. Grace (Hines) Huber. He was a member of Manor Church, Lancaster and most recently attended LCBC-Manheim Campus. LaMar enjoyed nature, traveling to the mountains and hunting. Most of all, was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren
Surviving are two children; Cynthia J., married to Stephen L. Knapik, of Brownstown and Justin M. Huber, married to Sierra N. (Snyder) Huber, of Windsor; 7 grandchildren; Mason T. (Amber) Knapik, Marshall A. Knapik, Ashton M. Knapik, Aidan M. Knapik, Landen M. Huber, Audrey R. Huber and Carley R. Huber; one great-grandchild, Harper M. Knapik and siblings; J. Elvin Huber married to Barbara A., of Manheim, S. LaVonne married to Larry L. Shellenberger, of Mount Joy, D. Thomas Huber married to Fay I., of Newmanstown, R. Wanetta (wife of the late Eugene) Gerlach, of Mountville and Glenn D. Huber married to Lorie A., of Wrightsville.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from the Millersville Mennonite Church, 437 Manor Avenue, Millersville, PA 17551 on Tuesday morning, September 10, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. There will be a viewing held at the Millersville Mennonite Church on Monday evening between 6:00-8:00 p.m. and also on Tuesday morning between 10:00-11:00 a.m. Kindly omit flowers. Memorial Remembrances can be made in his memory to a charity of one's choice.
Hunsberger, Edna Martin, 96, of Goshen, died Friday, January 11, 2019, at Green House Village of Goshen.
She was born March 27, 1922 to Ishmael and Fanny (Snyder) Martin on the family farm in Conestoga, Ontario, Canada, where on August 3, 1946 she married Paul A. Hunsberger. He died May 19, 2016.
Survivors include five children; Joy (Robert) Beiler of Goshen, Gay (Sanford) Lehman of Goshen, Gloria (James) Schwartz of Aurora, Ohio, Grace (Evan) Roth of Littleton, Colorado, and Ray (Mary) Hunsberger of Goshen; 11 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and a brother Harold Martin of Conestoga, Ontario.
Edna was preceded in death by her parents; a granddaughter, Sally Schwartz; two sisters, Mabel Brubacher and Naomi Brubacher; and two brothers, Vernon and Oscar Martin.
A longtime member of College Mennonite Church, Mrs. Hunsberger was active in her church, including WMSC. She was also involved in Bible Study Fellowship, serving on the board of The Window, and helping with the Meals on Wheels program. She played an integral role with her husband, Paul, in mission work in Northern Ontario and Tri-Lakes Chapel, Bristol, Indiana.
Edna was a gracious hostess, avid reader and enjoyed gardening and working with flowers.
Visitation will be Friday, January 18, 2019, 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. in the Koinonia Room at College Mennonite Church, where an 11 a.m. memorial service will be conducted Saturday. Pastors Pamela Yoder and Ron Kennel will officiate.
Memorials may be given to The Window, Inc., Goshen.
Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen, IN
Jan. 14, 2019
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin
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Hunsberger, Edna Martin, 96, of Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN died January 11, 2019 at Green House Village of Goshen. She was born March 27, 1922 at Conestoga, Ontario, Canada to Ishmael and Fanny (Snyder) Martin. On August 3, 1946 in Conestoga she was married to Paul A. Hunsberger, who died May 19, 2016.
Surviving are children, Joy (Robert) Beiler, Goshen; Gay (Sanford) Lehman, Goshen; Gloria (James) Schwartz, Aurora, Ohio; Grace (Evan) Roth, Littleton, Colorado; and Ray (Mary) Hunsberger, Goshen; 11 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and a brother, Harold Martin, Conestoga, Ontario.
Granddaughter, Sally Schwartz; two sisters, Mabel Brubacher and Naomi Brubacher; and two brothers, Vernon and Oscar Martin preceded her in death.
A longtime member of College Mennonite Church, Mrs. Hunsberger was active in her church, including WMSC. She was also involved in Bible Study Fellowship, served on the board of The Window, and helped with the Meals on Wheels program. She played an integral role with her husband, Paul, in mission work in Northern Ontario and Tri-Lakes Chapel, Bristol, Indiana. Edna was the area coordinator for the MCC Visitor Exchange Program, known as the Trainee Program, and she and Paul hosted 14 international trainees in their home. Edna was a gracious hostess, avid reader, and enjoyed gardening and working with flowers. She also enjoyed embroidery and quilt making and made a quilt for each of her grandchildren.
Memorial services were held January 19, 2019 at College Mennonite Church, Goshen, IN with burial in College Mennonite Church Memorial Garden.
Hursh, Jordan H., 18, of Ephrata, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 17, 2019, at Wellspan Ephrata Community Hospital.
He was born in Ephrata to Carl N. and Lori J. (Hurst) Hursh.
Jordan attended Meadow Valley Mennonite Church. He was currently attending Helping Hands and Hearts, Myerstown and previously attended Hillside Special Education, Hinkletown and Community Care Center, Intercourse. He was a patient at The Clinic for Special Children, Strasburg. Jordan enjoyed music, driving his golf cart, checking the mail and was especially looking forward to his 19th birthday on 8/18/2019. The Clinic for Special Children fundraiser auction (donuts, fries, lemonade, iced coffee, ice cream, root beer) was the highlight of his life.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his siblings, Matthew, husband of Kristina (Fox) Hursh of Stevens, Jodi, wife of Shawn Eberly of Richland, Nathan, husband of Melanie (Weaver) Hursh of Stevens, Jared and Conrad Hursh, both at home; paternal grandparents, Ivan and Marian (Nolt) Hursh of Ephrata and maternal grandparents, Leonard and Laura (Martin) Hurst of Lititz.
He was preceded in death by two siblings, Jeremy and Kimberly Hursh.
A viewing will be held Wednesday, August 21, 2019, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., at the Midway Mennonite Reception Center, 210 E. Lexington Rd., Lititz. Funeral services will be held Thursday, August 22 at 9:30 a.m., at Meadow Valley Mennonite Church, 200 Meadow Valley Rd., Ephrata, with Bishop Melvin Martin officiating. Interment will take place in the adjoining church cemetery.
Kindly omit flowers.
Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.
Hurst, Gerald R. “Tony,” died peacefully at the Greenhouse Village Strawberry Fields Home on February 14th, 2019 in Goshen, Indiana at the age of 75 after a courageous battle with cancer.
Tony was born on September 14, 1943 in Medina County Ohio to Moses W. and Mary S. Hurst. He graduated from Goshen College in 1965 with a Bachelor of Arts in education. He also received his master’s degree in education with a specialty in geology from IUSB. After graduating from Goshen College, he married Charlotte Weldy and remained married to her until her death in 1985.
Tony started his teaching career at Middlebury Elementary in 1965. The following year, he and Charlotte began a two-year voluntary service term in San Juan, Puerto Rico and St. Petersburg, Florida. Upon their return, Tony began his career of teaching middle school students in Middlebury Community Schools. He led the Heritage Middle School Science department for thirty plus years. Tony was also an intramural basketball coach, rocket club sponsor, Science Olympiad coach and mentor for 3 generations of students in the community.
For Tony, the pinnacle of his forty-year teaching career was being involved in a collaborative team approach with other department leaders. He considered it the “dream team” and was proud of the impact it had for his students. Another way in which Tony made an educational impact was through his volunteering with the Elkhart County center for community justice victims impact panel.
On July 11th, 1987 he married Glenda Gautsche on the farm where she was born and raised, near Archbold, Ohio. They were happily devoted to each other for over 31 years until his passing.
Tony was an accomplished singer and played the banjo and guitar. He often shared his love of music with his students in the classroom. In his retirement, Tony continued to do what he loved by substitute teaching at Bethany Christian Schools and as an adjunct professor of elementary science methods at Goshen College. Tony also administered the rocks and minerals testing for the Goshen College Regional Science Olympiad for several years.
Another of Tony’s passions was spending time in Jerusalem and participating in archaeological digs in the Qumran area of Israel. He developed life long friendships with those he met as a result of his time spent there. Tony’s love for G-D was the foundation and purpose for how he led his life and influenced those around him.
Tony is survived by his loving wife, Glenda; children, Michael (Tawnya) of Waynesville, Ohio, Benjamin (Leah) of Goshen; stepchildren, Mark (Jill) of North Carolina, Chris of South Carolina and Beth of Georgia; three grandchildren, Katie, Simon and Hannah; five step grandchildren, John, T.J., Alexsis, Zachary and Ricky; six step great-grandchildren; Megan, Bryce, Liam, Isabel, Jack and McKenzie; siblings, Violet Miller and Carl (Mary), both of Goshen and RonaldHurst of Palmyra, Virgina; in-laws, Alice (Gary) Lehman of Goshen, Mary Diller of Harrisonburg, Virgina, Dale Gautsche of Archbold, Ohio, Alice Schmucker of Toledo, Ohio, Robert Ebersole of Goshen and Eunice Gautsche of Goshen.
Tony was preceded in death by his first wife Charlotte, his parents, Moses W. and Mary S. Hurst, brothers Lawrence and Leonard; in-laws, Stan Miller, Linda Hurst, Richard Gautsche, Doris Ebersole, Delmar Gautsche, Leanna Gautsche, Allen Schmucker, Vic Diller, and Donna Gautsche.
Visitation is scheduled for 1-5pm Sunday, February 17, 2019, at Yoder Culp Funeral Home, Goshen. A private burial ceremony Monday morning at Violet Cemetery will be followed by a memorial service for family and friends at Yoder Culp at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in Tony’s name to www.shilohisraelchildren.org or www.american-friends-of-mitzpe-yeriho.org/current-projects/archaeology.html
Condolences can be sent to www.yoderculpfuneralhome.com. The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and caregivers at the Goshen Cancer Center, Goshen Health, and the Green House Village Strawberry Fields Home for their dedicated and compassionate care, and to family and friends for the prayers and words of love and support.
Hurst, Noah S., 89, of Ephrata, passed away on Thursday, February 21, 2019, at home.
He was born in Ephrata to the late Jacob M. and Lydia Ann (Sensenig) Hurst and was the husband of Mary (Graybill) Hurst with whom he shared 67 years of marriage.
He was a member of Crossroads Community Fellowship where he was an ordained deacon, song leader and Sunday school teacher. He had a passion for serving Christ and was committed to helping others.
Noah was a heavy equipment operator and truck driver. For the last 15 years he was a sales clerk at Paul B. Zimmerman. He enjoyed listening to gospel music, gardening and attending auctions. His family was the joy of his life.
In addition to his wife, Noah is survived by three sons, Ray N., husband of Brenda (Martin) Hurst of Denver, Kenneth L., husband of Marion (Schultz) Hurst of Lock Haven, Kevin L., husband of Cara (Longacre) Hurst of Conestoga; two daughters, Sharon K., wife of Marlin Harnish of Stevens, Janelle M., wife of Ricardo Mazariegos of Churchville, VA; two sisters, Eva S. Groff of Lititz, Mabel S. Weaver of New Holland; 19 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers, Clarence S., John S., Paul S. and Raymond S. Hurst; one sister, Arlene S. High; 1 grandchild and 2 great-grandchildren.
A viewing will be held on Friday, March 1, 2019 from 6 to 8 PM at Crossroads Community Fellowship, 1060 E. Newport Road, Lititz. An additional viewing will be held on Saturday, March 2, 2019 from 9:30 to 10:30 AM at the church, followed by funeral services at 10:30 AM with Pastor Kyle Buckwalter and Pastor Nelson Martin officiating. Interment will take place in the adjoining Hess Mennonite Cemetery.
If desired, memorial contributions in Noah's memory may be made to Mennonite Central Committee, P. O. Box 500, Akron, PA 17501.
Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.
Hurst, Nora S. Weaver, 96, of Ephrata, passed away on Monday, March 4, 2019, at Wheatridge-Fairmount Homes.
Formerly of Cocalico, she was the wife of the late Raymond W. Hurst.
Nora was born in West Earl Twp. to the late Enos and Fannie (Snyder) Weaver.
She was a member of Springville Mennonite Church.
Nora was a homemaker.
Nora is survived by two sons, Richard (Mary) Hurst of Newmanstown, Earl (Irene) Hurst of Newmanstown; two daughters, Janie (David) Martin of Lititz, Janet (Leroy) Sauder of Lebanon; a daughter-in-law, Jerilyn Hurst of Schoeneck; 17 grandchildren; 88 great-grandchildren; 15 great-great-grandchildren; 6 step-grandchildren: 13 step-great-grandchildren and three siblings, Etta (Edwin) Horning, Aaron (Martha) Weaver, Esther (Samuel) Horst.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Glenn Nelson Hurst; an infant daughter; a son-in-law, Daniel Gehman; 2 grandchildren, Jonathan and Ardell; several great-grandchildren; six siblings, Lizzie (Eli) Wenger, Mary (Amory) Hoover, Anna (Ivan) Nolt, Mabel (Michael) Horning, Raymond (Thelma) Weaver and Joseph Weaver.
A viewing will be held on Sunday, March 10, 2019, from 4 to 8 PM at the Wheatridge Chapel at Fairmount Homes, 333 Wheat Ridge Drive, Ephrata. Funeral Services will be held on Monday, March 11, 2019 at 9:00 AM at the Wheatridge Chapel, with further services at 9:30 AM, at the Weaverland Mennonite Frame Church, 1116 Weaverland Road, East Earl, with Bishop Melvin Martin officiating. Interment will take place in the adjoining church cemetery.
Kindly omit flowers.
Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.