Gospel Herald - Volume XV, Number 9 - June 1, 1922, pg 175

Miller.--Joseph, infant son of Julius and Lizzie Miller, was born Jan. 30, 1922 near Hydro, Okla., and was buried Jan. 31 in the Pleasantview Cemetery near Hydro, Okla.

Lantz.--Infant son of Herbert and Ellen Lantz was born Mar. 15, 1922, near Weatherford, Okla., died Apr. 14, 1922, at the same place. He was here long enough to become near to his parents. Then the Lord saw fit to call him to himself. He leaves father, mother, 2 grandfathers and 2 grandmothers, and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services by Bro. Alva Swartzendruber assisted by Bro. Joseph Slagell. Text, latter clause of Job 1:21. Interment was made in the cemetery near his grandfather's place near Thomas, Okla.

Blosser.--Arcenus N., youngest son of Enos and Nansa Blosser, was born in Elkhart Co., Ind., Dec. 3, 1862; died May 4, 1922; aged 59 y. 5 m. 1 d. In 1884 he was united in marriage with Elizabeth Mishler. To this union were born 4 sons and 4 daughters. Dora (Mrs. Vernon Umbaugh) died in 1919, and the following year his wife died. Those remaining are Mrs. Merl Stump, Ray, Calium*, Forest, Mrs. Charles Stouder, Fern, and Charles; also two brothers (David and Elias). In 1916 he united with the Church of the Brethren. He was buried May 7 in Union Center Cemetery, Elkhart Co., Ind. Services conducted by Peter Stuckman.
*Research note: Name should be Calvin

Risser.--Ephraim H. Risser was born Jan. 6, 1847; died at the home of his son-in-law, Alvin Hernley, May 13, 1922; aged 75 y. 4 m. 7 d. His death was caused by heart trouble with which he suffered for some time. He is survived by 2 sons, 1 daughter, 2 grandchildren, 1 brother, and 5 sisters. He was a consistent member of Risser's Mennonite congregation for a good many years, always being present at the services whenever he could. Funeral services were held May 17 at his late home by Bro. Samuel L. Oberholtzer and at Risser's M. H. by Bros. John G. Ebersole and Henry O. Musser. Text, II Tim. 4:6-8. Interment in the adjoining cemetery.

Stauffer.--Esther May, daughter of Daniel and Martha Stauffer, was born at Tremont, Ill., July 8, 1906; died at Milford, Neb., May 11, 1922; aged 15 y. 9 m. 27 d. She leaves father, 1 brother, step-mother, 1 half-brother, 1 half-sister and grandmother. Her mother preceded her in death. She was received into the Mennonite Church by baptism in the fall of 1921, remaining a faithful member to the end. She was the second of a class of 18 young souls that excepted Christ in 1921 to answer death's summons--a loud call to make ready for His coming. She was of a peaceful, quiet disposition, and as long as health permitted, filled her place in Sunday school and church services. Funeral services, May 13, conducted by Brethren Will Eicher and L. O. Schlegel. Texts, I Cor. 15; Matt. 24:44. Burial in East Fairview Cemetery near Milford, Neb.

Landis.--Barbara M. (Baer) Landis, widow of the late Abram K. Landis was born near Salunga, Pa., Sept. 2, 1849; died at her home in Lancaster Co., Pa., near Mellinger's Meeting house, May 9, 1922; aged 72 y. 8 m. 7 d. She leaves 1 son (Abram), 1 daughter (Ida Landis), and 7 grandchildren; also one sister (Lizzie Stauffer), who we believe feels the loss greatly, as two of her brothers, and now this sister passed to the great beyond in less than a year's time. Sister Barbara was a faithful member of the Mennonite Church for many years and her place was filled whenever health permitted. Her husband preceded her to the Spirit world very suddenly May 26, 1913. Funeral services at Mellinger's Church May 12, conducted by Brethren David and Sanford Landis. Text, Ps. 23:4.

"How we miss your gentle footsteps,
Oh we miss your lovely smile;
But we're glad it's not forever,
We are only parted for a while."

Weaver.--The funeral of Fannie (Hershey) Weaver was held May 17, 1922, at Mellinger's Mennonite Church, Lane Co., Pa. Services were in charge of Bros. Sanford Landis and David Landis. Texts, Heb. 4:9; I Thes. 4:13-18. She was born Sept. 5, 1876; died May 13, 1922; aged 45 y. 8 m. 8 d. She was married to Daniel B. Weaver Nov. 13, 1898. She is survived by husband and ten children; also 5 brothers, 2 sisters and her mother, of whom one is T. K. Hershey of South America Mennonite Mission. In the latter part of December, 1921 she took sick, of which she never recovered, at times hardly able to move a finger; but with a smile on her face and ready and resigned to the Lord's will till the end.

"Now let us choose the path she chose,
And her we soon again may see,
Beyond this world of sin and woes
With Jesus in eternity."
--The family.

Raber.--Mary (nee Nafziger) Raber, wife of D. B. Raber, was born near Archbold, Ohio; died near Aurora, Ohio, May 15, 1922; aged 61 y. 7 m. 9 d. In April she was stricken with heart disease, followed by congestion of the lungs which led to her death four weeks later. She was united in marriage to D. B. Raber Nov. 1, 1883. To this union were born six children: Emery, Ernest, Charles, Frank, Elizabeth, and Roy. The first twenty-eight years of her married life were spent at Holden, Mo., from which place the family moved to Portage Co., O. She leaves a sorrowing husband, 5 sons, 1 daughter, 6 grandchildren, and 3 sisters. In her younger years she accepted Christ and united with the Amish Mennonite Church of which she remained a faithful member until death. Funeral services were held May 18, at the Plainview Church, near Aurora, conducted by Bros. Lester Hostetler and E. B. Stoltzfus. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery.

Ebersole.--Leah A. Horning, widow of Elias Ebersole, was born Jan. 13, 1862, near Lima, Ohio. In 1864 her parents emigrated to Page Co., Iowa, where she resided until 1897, when she moved to Cullom, Ill. She lived with her sisters until Feb. 5, 1905, when she united in marriage with Elias R. Ebersole, Sterling, Ill. They lived on a farm near Cullom for one year then moved near Wakarusa, Ind., where she resided until death. After the death of her husband in 1914, she lived alone until Dec. 4, 1921, when she was taken to the Elkhart General Hospital, hoping to get relief by an operation, but the physicians decided that an operation would be futile. On Dec. 21, she was removed to the home of D. A. Yoder, south of Elkhart. After nearly five months of intense suffering she peacefully passed away May 13, 1922, aged 60 years and 4 months. She leaves 7 brothers, 2 sisters, 4 step-sons, and 2 step-daughters. She was a faithful member of the Mennonite Church for many years and often expressed a desire to go home and be with Jesus. Funeral services at the home by C. A. Shenk and at the Olive Church near Elkhart, Ind., by S. L. Weldy and J. S. Hartzler. She made all funeral arrangements, choosing II Cor. 5:1, 8-10 as a text.

Diller.--Lavina, eldest daughter of brother Benj. R. Diller, was born Nov. 6, 1890, and died, after a brief illness of three weeks, at the home of her parents, near Cedar Grove, Ont., May 17, 1922; aged 31 y. 6 m. 11 d. Sister Lavina was of a quiet and unassuming disposition and was highly respected by those with whom she associated. She was converted and received into the Church by baptism in her early years and followed diligently after her Master to the close of her days. Faithful in her profession and helpful to those in need, she will be greatly missed. She is survived by her parents, one sister, and two brothers. She was buried at the Risser Church and the services were conducted by Thomas Risser and L. J. Burkholder.

The following lines were selected by her Grandmother Diller:

"Weep not that her toils are over
Weep not that her race is run
God grant we may rest as calmly
When our work like hers is done.
Till then we yield with gladness
Our dear one to Him to keep
And rejoice with the sweet assurance
He giveth his beloved ones sleep."

Hoak.--Elizabeth M. (Tangert) Hoak, wife of Tobias Hoak, was born in Millersville, Pa., Aug. 21, 1833; died Apr. 26, 1922 at the home of her daughter, Anna L. Wissler, Millersville, Pa.; aged 88 y. 8 m. 5 d. Her husband preceded her in death almost 8 years. Surviving are 2 daughters (Anna Wissler and Lizzie Seachrist), 1 son (Isaac), 12 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren. She was a consistent member of the Mennonite Church for 48 years. During her last years she was unable to attend church services. Then the brethren and sisters would hold services in her home. She always was thankful for these services and felt strengthened by them for she loved to meet with God's people. Her Christian spirit was manifested to all with whom she came in contact. She was always engaged in doing something useful for others. She will be greatly missed by her relatives and friends for to know her was to love her. Funeral services at Millersville Mennonite Church, April 29, conducted by Bros. D. N. Lehman and D. N. Gish. Text, Psa. 27:4.

How we miss your gentle footsteps,
O, we miss your loving smile;
But we're glad 'tis not forever,
We are only parted for a while.

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Gospel Herald - Volume XV, Number 10 - June 8, 1922, pg 207

Nofzinger.--Dorothy Ruth Nofzinger was born Feb. 8, 1921; died May 26, 1922; aged 1 y. 3 m. 14 d. She leaves father, mother, 3 brothers, 2 sisters, grandparents, and many friends. One brother preceded her in death. She was of a quiet and pleasant disposition which made her a blossom in the home and dearly beloved by the entire family. She was sick only 8 days when God took her to Himself. Funeral services at the Midland Mennonite Church, May 28, conducted by Albert Wyse and E. A. Bontrager. Text, Job 14:1, 2.

Hostetter.--Sister Harriet S., widow of Amos Hostetter was born in Providence Twp., Lancaster Co., Pa., Oct. 5, 1854; died at the home of her daughter, same township and county, May 14, 1922; aged 67 y. 7 m. 22 d. She was a member of the Mennonite Church for about 48 years, being faithful to the end. Her seat was seldom vacant at church and Sunday school, of which she was a teacher for many years. She is survived by 5 sons, 2 daughters, and 8 grandchildren. Funeral services were held May 18 at new Providence Mennonite Church, conducted by Bros. Abram Metzler and John Myers. Text, Psa. 116:15. Interment in the adjoining cemetery.
"Mother, thou wast mild and lovely,
Gentle as the summer breeze;
Pleasant as the air of evening,
When it floats among the trees.

Lehman.--Carrie Jane Baumgardner) Lehman, daughter of Bro. Andrew Baumgardner and wife of Maurice Lehman, was born Feb. 14, 1886; died of pneumonia, May 27, 1922; at her home near Geistown, Pa., aged 36 y. 3 m. 13 d. She was a faithful member of the Weaver Mennonite Church for about 21 years. She is survived by her husband, 4 children, father and step-mother, 1 brother, 1 half-brother, and 1 half-sister. Her mother died 30 years ago. Funeral services were conducted at the Weaver Church May 29, by L. A. Blough, J. F. Bressler, Hiram Wingard, and -- Knepper (of the Church of the Brethren). Burial in cemetery near the church.

Brenneman.--Joseph K. Brenneman was born in Lancaster County, Pa., Sept. 30, 1845; died May 11, 1922; aged 76 y. 7 m. 18 d. He suffered much but bore it patiently. He was a member of the Mennonite Church for many years. He is survived by his wife and the following children: Christian and Mrs. John M. Hoover and Mrs. William R. Burkhart. Funeral services were held May 14, in Masonville Mennonite Church by Brethren Daniel Lehman, Jacob Habecker, and Christian Lehman. Interment in Creswell cemetery.

Dear father, you suffered so much in the past,
The Lord has ended your suffering at last;
We miss you so much, but we hope to prepare,
To meet you someday in the home over there.

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Baer.--Benj. M. Baer was born Dec. 19, 1857, near Salunga, Pa.; died of cancer at his home in Salunga Mar. 23, 1922. He is survived by a wife (Emma E.) 2 sons (Frank N. and Willis N.) 5 grandchildren, and a sister (Lizzie M. Stauffer.) Funeral services were held at Salunga Mennonite Church with interment at the nearby cemetery.

Sommer.--Sister Mariam Lehman Sommer, was born in Wayne Co., O. Feb. f14, 1873; died of apoplexy May 19, 1822; aged 49 y. 3 m. 5 d. She was united in marriage to Noah C. Sommer, Oct. 4, 1919. She leaves husband, father 2 brothers and 6 sisters. Funeral services were held at the Swiss Mennonite church (of which she had been a member from her youth) by Jacob Nussbaum and I. W. Royer.

Stoner.--Barbara B. Stoner, nee Snyder, wife of John M. Stoner; died at her home in Murrel, Pa., Apr. 9, 1922; the day marking her sixtieth birthday anniversary. Death was due to pneumonia after an illness of only 5 days. She was a faithful member of the Mennonite church for many years. She leaves her husband and the following children: Milton, Clayton, Mrs. Reuben S. Horst and Mrs Amos S. Horst; also 3 grandchildren. The funeral was held Apr. 13, 1922 at Metzler's Church. Services conducted by Bishop Ben Weaver and Elder Isaac W. Taylor (Church of the Brethren). Interment in the adjoining cemetery.

Risser.--Sister Elizabeth W. (Carpenter) Risser, wife of Bro. Amos E. Risser was born Feb. 11, 1877; died Dec. 25, 1921, at her home near Maugansville, Md.; aged 44 y. 10 m. 14 d. Surviving are her husband and 1 son, Irwin. She was a consistent member of the Mennonite Church for many years. She suffered for some time but bore it all patiently. She will be greatly missed by her friends. Funeral services at Reiff's Mennonite Church conducted by Geo. D. Keener at the house and at the church by D. Lesher and C. R. Strite. Texts, John 5:29; I Thess. 4:18.

Weep not that her race is run,
She has bore it patiently and in love;
Her life work is ended, 'tis done,
To love forever in her home above.

Mast.--Noah A. Mast was born near Walnut Creek, O., Jan. 2, 1872; died May 21, 1922; aged 50 y. 4 m. 19 d. He was married to Malinda Hochstetler Feb. 28, 1892. To this union were born 5 children, 1 son and 4 daughters. Two daughters preceded him in death. He leaves his widow, 1 son, 3 daughters, 2 grandchildren, mother, 4 brothers, 3 sisters, and a host of relatives and friends. He was sick nearly eight months of sceptic thrombo phlebitis and abscesses. He was a lifelong member of the Walnut Creek A. M. Church, having taught in the Sunday school a number of years. Burial at Walnut Creek Cemetery. The funeral was largely attended. Services were conducted by Corsan Mast and S. H. Miller. Texts, Jno. 14:1-14; Mark 4:35; Heb. 12:6.

Kuhns.--Esther, daughter of William and Susie Kuhns was born at Julesburg, Colo., Dec. 10, 1904; died at Chappell, Neb., May 29, 1922; aged 17 y. 5 m. 19 d. She was the third member of a family of 7 children. At the age of 14 she was baptized and received into the Mennonite Church, remaining faithful until death. She had not been well for some time, but about 2 weeks before her death, she had a gathering in the ear that broke, causing severe pain. She also contracted mumps, and these with other complications caused her death. She was taken to the hospital at Chappell, but all that loving hands could do was of no avail. She leaves father, mother, 3 brothers, and 3 sisters. Funeral was held at the Mennonite Church, conducted by John Roth, with burial in cemetery near the church.

"Dying together" with Jesus,
This is the end of strife!
"Buried together" with Jesus,
This is the gate of life!
"Quickened together" with Jesus,
By the touch of God's mighty breath;
"Risen together" with Jesus,
Where is thy sting, O death?

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Flinchbaugh.--Henry J. Flinchbaugh was born Sept. 29, 1859; died May 20, 1922; aged 62 y. 8 m. 21 d. The deceased was never married, and at the time of his death was staying with his brother John, near Shirksville, Pa. He seemed to see the end coming, so accordingly set things in order. He was a member of the Lutheran Church. Services were held at the home of his brother, conducted by David Garber, Martin Risser, and Jacob Ebersole. Burial in York Co., Pa.

Witmer.--Lizzie L. Witmer (nee Lehman) was born Aug. 15, 1860; died May 25, 1922, after an illness of several weeks. She died at the Lancaster Co., Pa., Hospital. Her husband (Aaron Witmer), a daughter, and one grand child survive her. Funeral services were held at her late residence near Elizabethtown, Pa., Sunday, May 28, and at the Mennonite Church at Elizabethtown. Brethren Noah Risser and S. B. Landis preached from the text, Luke 23:28. Sister Witmer lived such and exemplary life that she will be missed everywhere.

Hammer.--Louisa Foust Hammer, daughter of Henry Foust, was born Jan. 8, 1852; died May 22, 1922; aged 70 y. 4 m. 14 d. She was married to David Hammer Sept. 26, 1871. To this union were born 5 children. Two preceded her in death. There are 5 grandchildren. She and her husband united with the Mennonite Church some years ago and were faithful until death. Her death was due to a complication of diseases. She suffered much, but bore it all patiently. Funeral services were conducted at the Thomas Mennonite Church May 24 by the brethren, James Saylor and L. A. Blough. Text, Rev. 14:13. Interment in adjoining cemetery.

Eash.--Anna Mary Eash Berkey Lehman was born in Cambria county, Pa., July 19, 1844; died at the home of her son William, near Middlebury, Ind., June 8, 1922; aged 77 y. 10 m. 19 d. Both her husbands and 1 son preceded her in death. She leaves 2 sons (William and Frank Eash), 10 grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren. She had been a member of the Mennonite Church for nearly 53 years and remained faithful to the end. Funeral services June 10 at the Middlebury Mennonite Church, conducted by J. J. and J. P. Miller, both of the Shore congregation where she had been a member. A large concourse of people met to pay the last tribute of love to one whom they had learned to love. J. P. M.

Handrich.--Lola Fay, daughter of Oliver and Ada Handrich, was born near Mio, Mich., and died May 23, 1922; aged 5 m. 26 d. She leaves her parents, 4 grandparents, 2 great-grandparents, and many relatives and friends. She was sick only a few days of pneumonia. The parents and friends may comfort themselves, and look beyond the vale of tears, knowing they have a family started in heaven. Funeral services May 26, at the Fairview Church, conducted by Bro. Menno Esch. Texts, I Thess. 4:13-5:11; Mark 10:13-16. Buried in nearby cemetery.

"God took our most treasured darling,
When we thought she had only begun,
Her work in the great Master's vineyard,
She must have heard the 'Well done.'"

Yoder.--Mary Yoder was born in Wayne Co., O., Oct. 12, 1857; died at her home, near Orrville, O., June 5, 1922; aged 64 y. 7 m. 24 d. On Feb. 24, 1881 she was married to John Yoder of Williams Co., O. To this union were born two children (Amanda and Aaron), Amanda preceding her mother in death Mar. 27, 1916. There remain a kind and loving husband, 1 son, 3 grandchildren, with a large circle of near relatives and friends. In early life she gave heed to the voice of her Master and accepted Him as her Savior, uniting with the Amish Mennonite Church, where she worshiped and severed her Master till she was called to enjoy the realities of the spirit world. May our loss be her eternal gain. Services and interment at the Oak Grove Church. Texts, Job 14:1; Rom. 8:18.

"Mother, thou art sweetly resting,
Here thy toils and cares are o'er;
Pain and sickness, death and sorrow,
Ne'er can distress thee more.".

Burkhart.--Howard Benjamin, son of Eli and Fannie Burkhart, was born near Newton, Kans., Nov. 13, 1905; died June 9, 1922 at the City Hospital, La Junta, Colo.; aged 16 y. 6 m. 26 d. He always lived near Newton until September last when he moved with his parents to La Junta, Colo. After an illness of two weeks with bronchial pneumonia he peacefully fell asleep in Jesus. About ten days before his death he confessed Christ and later was baptized and received into the Mennonite Church. He showed forth a thoro conversion and had a bright testimony. Besides his father and mother he leaves 2 brothers and 4 sisters, 1 brother and 1 sister having preceded him to the spirit world. A funeral service conducted by Allen Erb was held at La Junta Colo. on June 11. Text, II Cor. 6:2. A final funeral service was conducted by J. D. Charles at the Pennsylvania Church near Newton, Kans., on June 12. Interment in the adjoining cemetery. Text, Psa. 90:12. May the God of all comfort bless the bereaved.

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Gospel Herald - Volume XV, Number 13 - June 29, 1922, pg 254, 255

Oesch.--Eli Aaron Oesch was born in Hay Twp., Ontario; died near Biggar, Sask; aged 24 y. He is survived by a loving wife, one child, a father, three brothers, and one sister. He had been in affliction several months of tubercular trouble. Two weeks before he died he seemed to realize the plan of salvation with firmer assurance and requested baptism. Funeral services were held at his father's home and was buried at Biggar, Sask. Services were conducted by Bro. E. S. Hallman of Guernsey, Sask. Text, Jas. 4:14.

Dimon.--Amelia Geason Dimon was born in Pennsylvania in 1837. She was the youngest of a family of 8 children. She came to Illinois when a child and lived in the vicinity of Washington most of her life, having her home with her only daughter Mrs. John Waughop. On May 3, 1913 she united with the Mennonite Church and remained a faithful consistent member until death. Death was caused by apoplexy. She passed from this life June 7, at the home of her granddaughter Mrs. Frank Funk near Washington; aged 85 years. Funeral services were conducted at the Union Church by A. L. Buzzard. Text, Jno. 14:1. Interment in cemetery near the church.

Shaum.--Omar Raymond Shaum was born June 9, 1904; died June 9, 1922. Death was due to a stroke of lightning. He is survived by father, mother, 7 brothers, and 3 sisters who mourn his sudden departure from this life. He was preceded to the eternal world by 1 brother and 1 sister who died in infancy. Omar was a dutiful son had many friends, and while at work with his father God called and took him in an instant. His sudden departure is a great shock to the family and friends, but we will bow in humble submission to the will of the almighty God. Funeral services were held on June 11, at the Eight Square Mennonite Church. Text, Psa. 78:7.

Burkhart.--Howard Benjamin Burkhart was born near Newton, Kans., Nov. 13, 1905; died of bronchial pneumonia with complications at City Hospital, La Junta, Colo., aged 16 y. 6 m. 27 d. He is survived by his parents, 2 brothers, and 4 sisters. One sister preceded him to the spirit world. Howard spent the few years of his life at home with his parents near Newton. On May 13, 1922 he confessed Christ as his Savior. On June 9, 1992, the day of his death, he was baptized and received into fellowship in the Mennonite Church. Funeral services were conducted at the La Junta Mennonite Church. Text, II Cor. 6:2. The body was taken to Newton, Kans., for burial.

King.--Fanny Leichty King was born Oct. 2, 1838, on the Leichty farm near Orrville, O., being the third daughter of Peter and Fanny Leichty. She was united in marriage to Christian J. King, Jan. 24, 1861, who preceded her in death, Dec. 28, 1912. To this union were born 6 children, all of whom are living. They are: Jacob, Lydia Benner, Reuben, Emma Steiner, Christian, and Irvin. She was a member of the Amish Mennonite Church since her youth. Mother King departed this life June 10, 1922; aged 83 y. 8 m. 8 d. Services and interment at Oak Grove Church, near Smithville, O., conducted by J. S. Gerig and I. W. Royer. Text, Phil. 1:21.

Book.--Abram Book was born near New Providence, Pa., Dec. 1,1856; died at his home in Quarryville Pa., March 1, 1922; aged 65 y. 3 m. Death came suddenly being sick only a few hours. He was a member of the Mennonite Church. He is survived by his wife, 1 son (F. Roy Book), and two grand-children. Funeral services Mar. 4 at the Reformed Church, Quarryville, conducted by Bro. Abram Metzler and ---Obold. Text, Num. 23:10 (latter clause).

Oh can it be that father has left us?
He who always had a smile
Yes he's gone but we'll soon met him
'Twill only be a little while.

Ulrich.--Marie Ulrich (nee Jantzi), widow of Nicholas Ulrich, was born at Wilmot, Ont., Aug. 4, 1839; died at the home of her daughter, Mary Hershberger, near Milford, Neb., June 17, 1922; aged 82 y. 10 m. 13 d. She was united in marriage with Nicholas Ulrich Dec. 15, 1861. To this union were born 2 sons and 8 daughters. Her husband, 2 sons and 7 daughters preceded her in death. She leaves a daughter, 15 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, a brother (Chis Jantzi), a sister, 2 half-sisters, a half-brother, with many nephews, nieces, and friends. She accepted Christ as her Savior, untied with the Amish Mennonite Church, and remained faithful until death. Services conducted by Jacob Oswald (Rev. 7:9-17) and A. D. Stutzman (Psa. 9:7).

Mishler.--Bro. J. D. Mishler, Johnstown, Pa., was born May 7, 1862; died May 25, 1922; aged 60 y. 18 d. Bro. Mishler was a member of the Stahl congregation for about 30 years. His services in the family and Church will be missed. He leaves his companion, (Susanna Weaver) Mishler, and adopted daughter (Helen Rhude) two brothers, and a host of friends. The funeral services were in charge of Wm. C. Hershberger assisted by James Saylor and J. F. Bressler. Funeral services were held in the Stahl meeting house on May 28, interment in the Stahl Cemetery.

"Dearest husband you suffered so much in the past,
The Lord has ended your suffering at last;
We miss you so much but we hope to prepare,
To meet you some day in that home over there."

Horst.--Hettie (Lichty) Horst, wife of Tilman Horst, was born in Waterloo Co., Ont., July 3, 1859; died June 12, 1922; aged 62 y. 11 m. 9 d. She suffered much but bore it patiently. She was a member of the Mennonite Church for many years, being faithful to the end. She is survived bye her husband two brothers and the following children: Susanna (Mrs. Amos Brubacher) Lydia Ann, Levi, John, and Hettie (Mrs. John Bauman). Funeral services were held June 15 in Conestoga Mennonite church conducted by Ezra Martin and Urias Martin. Text, Phil. 1: 21-23. Interment in the adjoining cemetery.

Dear mother, you suffered so much in the past,
The Lord has ended your suffering at last;
We miss you so much but we hope to prepare,
To meet you some day in that home over there."
Daughter-in-law.

Wilson.--Nora (Kauffman) Wilson daughter of Jacob and Sarah Kauffman was born July 15, 1894 near Kokomo, Ind.; died of acute appendicitis at the Sister's Hospital, Kalispell; aged 27 y. 4 m. 12 d. On Jan. 25, 1917 she was married to Archie Wilson at Twin Falls, Ida. She leaves husband, a little son and daughter, father, mother, 1 brother, 7 sisters. She was of a kind and cheerful disposition. Her desire was to remain a while longer, but if it was God's will to take her home she was ready and willing to go. Funeral services were held at the Mt. View Mennonite Church, near Creston, Mont., Nov. 31. Conducted by Bro. D. D. Kauffman assisted by the Brethren Harp and Kauffman of the Brethren Church.

"Weep not that her toils are over
Weep not that her race is run
God grant that we may rest as calmly
When our work like hers is done.

Kurtz.--Katie Kurtz (nee Stayrook) was born in Mifflin Co., Pa., May 1, 1853; died June 11, 1922; aged 69 y. 1 m. 10 d. She united with the Mennonite Church in her youth and kept her faith to the end. On Jan. 27, 1885, she united in marriage with John R. Kurtz. To this union was born one daughter, who died in infancy. She was industrious and well to do, but early in life disease took hold of her body and as years came and went it became more frequent till finally the mind became affected. She was helpful and entertaining as long as the body and the mind were in their prime. She leaves a kind loving husband three brothers, two sisters, and a host of relatives and friends. One brother preceded her to the spirit world. Services by Bros. Jonas Yoder and John E. Kauffman, speaking from the 90th Psalm, and part of the 31 chapter of Proverbs. Interment in the Hertzler Cemetery.

Horst.--Samuel Horst was born near Hagerstown, Md., Aug. 27, 1838; died Apr. 26, 1922; aged 83 y. 7 m. 29 d. He was married to Nancy Lesher, Dec. 26, 1861, who died Nov. 4, 1868. To this union were born 5 children, 4 of whom preceded her in death. On Dec. 23, 1869, he was married to Lydia Lesher, who died Aug. 2, 1914. To this union were born 7 children, 4 preceding her in death. He was a member of the Reiff Church for about 60 years. He is survived by 1 son, 3 daughters, 25 grandchildren, and 19 great-grandchildren. Funeral was held Apr. 28, 1922, conducted by George S. Keener, David Lesher, and C. R. Strite. Interment in Reiff's cemetery.

"No mortal tongue can tell,
How happy they are that dwell,
There, there among the blest,
Where the weary are at rest,
Where the loved who have gone before,
We long to dwell forever more."

Glover.--Lucy Jane Mason was born in Rockingham Co., Va., March 20, 1846; died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. George Lamb, near West Cairo, Ohio, May 22, 1922; aged 76 y. 2 m. 2 d. She was united in marriage with William A. Kendrick in 1872. To this union were born four children (Lizzie, Charles, William and Carrie). Her husband died in 1878. She was united in marriage with William T. Glover in 1881. To this union were born four children (Raleigh, Fannie, Robert, and Mary). She united with the Presbyterian Church at the age of 15 and retained her faith until God called her home. She was of a kind disposition and a patient sufferer. She leaves husband, 4 children (Mrs. George Lamb, Charles Kendrick, Raleigh Glover, and Mrs. Charles Hawk), 2 brothers (Robert and Winfield Mason), two sisters (Mary and Carry Mason), 15 grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends.

"Away from earth and all its woes,
God has called her, she must go;
He has gathered her to His watchful care,
His blessings and goodness she will share."

Stutzman.--Barbara Stutzman (nee Troyer) was born near Walnut Creek, Ohio, Jan. 31, 1859; died June 4, 1922 aged 63 y. 4 m. 3 d. On Nov. 19, 1874 she was united in marriage to Joseph Stutzman. To this union were born 7 sons and 3 daughters, all of whom remain and are living within a short radius of the parental home.
In 1878 they moved to Nebraska and after a lapse of 26 years they made their home near Aurora, Ohio, where the final summons came from on high without a moment's warning. While talking to her youngest daughter who happened to be at home and while playing with a grandchild she suddenly fell to the floor and expired. She leaves husband, 7 sons, 3 daughters, 21 grandchildren, 5 brothers, 3 sisters and a host of friends who have learned to love her. She will be missed in the neighborhood in the church where she had her accustomed place, but most of all in the home. Peace to her ashes.
"Mother, mother, dearest mother,
Rest thou in thy sweet repose
Where the waters lowly murmur
Where the zephyr gently blows."
Funeral services were conducted by Bros. E. B. Stoltzfus and D. B. Raber. Text, I Sam. 20:3.

Ladd.--Samuel Clinton Ladd, son of John and Julia Ladd, was born Nov. 2, 1895; died June 17, 1922; aged 26 y. 7 m. 15 d. He was one of 13 children. On Feb. 20, 1917, he was married to Sister Sarah, daughter of Bro. and Sister Emanuel Good. To this union were born 2 sons. He was always a kind and obedient boy, and with his sunny and cheerful disposition, he made many friends and was loved by all who knew him. His death came as a great shock to all who knew him and he will be sadly missed by all. He was a good, Christian boy, having united with the Mennonite Church at Elida a few years ago. He leaves his wife, 2 sons (Harold and Everett), father and Everett), father, mother, 6 brothers, 5 sisters, and a host of relatives and friends. Death was caused by falling from a ladder while he was pulling up hay. The accident occurred at 6:00 P.M., and he passed away at 9:30 P.M., never regaining consciousness. Funeral services at Salem Church, near Elida, O., conducted by Bros. Andrew Brenneman and P. E. Brunk. Text, James 4:13,14.

"Clinton, thou art sweetly resting,
Here thy toils and cares are o'er;
Pain and sickness, death and sorrow,
Never can distress thee more."

Royer.-- Mary Royer, nee Overholt, was born in Pennsylvania, Sept.1, 1883. She was united in marriage to Wm. Markley in Ohio, April 25, 1857. To this union were born three sons and four daughters. One son and daughter (Joseph and Rebecca) preceded her in death. There survive three daughters and two sons (Mrs. R. J. Schiele, Mrs. John Need, Mrs. W. H. Funk, Jacob H. Markley, and Isaac Markley). Mr. and Mrs. Markley moved to Indiana from Ohio in March of 1865, locating on a farm one and one-half miles north of Clay City, Ind., remaining residents of this community the remainder of their days. She was left a widow with six small children by the death of Mr. Markley on June 12, 1870.
In January, 1873, she was united in marriage to Daniel Royer and to this union was born one son who died in infancy. She was again left a widow in the spring of 1893. She became a Christian in early life and became a member of the Mennonite Church to which communion she remained faithful until her death which occurred at the home of her daughter, Mrs. John Need. June 10, 1922, (aged 88 y. 9 m. 9 d.) after an illness of thirteen weeks. Besides the sons and daughters herein before mentioned Mrs. Royer is survived by a number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren to say nothing of an innumerable host of friends who mourn their loss.
Funeral services were conducted at the Free Methodist Church by L. A. Parker, assisted by T. B. Kelsey.

Summer.--Peter Summer was born near Metamora, Ill., April 11, 1843, where he grew up to young manhood. His father emigrated from Strasberg, France, in a sail-boat, requiring three months to cross the ocean, and located west of Metamora, where the whole family was reared. He was one of nine children; two brothers and two sisters preceding him. Three brothers (Joseph, Jacob, George) and one sister (Anna) survive him. His father also found time to minister to the spiritual wants in the community in which he lived, being one of the first settlers to locate in that district. There were no school privileges then as we have them now, so he received only a limited amount of training in the public schools.
On Jan. 16, 1870 he was married to Bena Smith, to which union were born nine children; namely, George, John, Chris, Joseph, Peter, Jacob, Anna, Benjamin, and Emanuel, all of whom survive. The death of the father causes the first break in the family circle. He also leaves thirty-two grandchildren, four having preceded him in death.
While yet a young man he united with the Mennonite Church, and in 1888 was ordained to the ministry, in which capacity he served as long as his health permitted. He retired from the farm five years ago, moving to Washington, Ill., where he lived until his death. Until four years ago he knew not what sickness was, but since then he has been gradually failing, and passed quietly away June 5, aged 79 y. 1 m. 24 d. Funeral services were conducted at the residence by A. L. Buzzard and at the Evangelical church by J. E. Hartzler (text, Job. 14:14), June 8. A large gathering had the privilege of listening to a message full of proof that a man shall live even though the physical body does die.
P. D. Summer.

Transcribed by: Cheri Salz, Illinois