An expanded obituary project of
MennObits. Includes additional information of obituaries
appearing in
The Mennonite and other newspapers. Source of
individual obituaries given with each record. Project managed by
Thelma Martin.
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Eureka - Ina Garber, 98, of Eureka, formerly of Morton, passed away at 4:40 a.m. Monday, Dec. 24, 2012, at Maple Lawn Health Center in Eureka. She was born June 30, 1914, in Minier to Asa and Elizebeth (Egli) Nafziger. She married Ora Garber on Nov. 24, 1955, in Hopedale. He preceded her in death in 1967.
She also was preceded in death by one stepdaughter, Shirley Roth; two brothers; and two sisters.
Surviving are her stepdaughter, Virginia (Bob) Weaver of Peoria; eight step-grandchildren; one brother, Orval Nafziger of Eureka; and many nieces and nephews.
Ina worked as a licensed practical nurse at Methodist Medical Center and OSF St. Francis Medical Center, both in Peoria. She also worked in several area nursing homes, last working 15 years at Apostolic Christian Restmor in Morton until her retirement. She was a member of First Mennonite Church in Morton. Ina took up oil painting shortly before her retirement and enjoyed painting for many years.
Services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 27, 2012, in Memorial Hall at Maple Lawn in Eureka, with Pastor Doane Brubaker officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to services Thursday at the hall. Burial will be at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Tremont. Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Morton is handling arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Maple Lawn Health Center, 700 N. Main St, Eureka, IL 61530.
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Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin
Sept. 2, 1920 - Nov. 2, 2012
GOSHEN - Maurice E. Garber, 92, of Goshen, died at 1:20 p.m. Friday, Nov. 2, 2012, at Maples at Waterford Crossing, Goshen where he was admitted on Oct. 12, 2012.
He was born on Sept. 2, 1920, in Goshen, to Earl and Bertha (Kauffman) Garber.
On Sept. 25, 1943, he married Elizabeth Miller at her home. she died Dec. 1, 2006.
Surviving are three daughters, Karen (Verlin) Troyer of Millersburg, Joan (Wayne) Gingerich of Hudson and Gretchen (Verl) Weaver of Goshen; a son, Craig (JoAnn) Garber of Goshen; 13 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Robert (Olene) Garber of Bristol and Marion (Florence) Garber of Goshen; a sister, Donnabelle (Clair) Hoover of Goshen; and a sister-in-law, Delores Garber of Goshen.
He was preceded in death by his wife; parents; a sister, Betty Betzelberger; and a brother, LaMar Garber.
He was a member of Clinton Frame Mennonite Church, a farmer and a contractor.
He attended Goshen High School and did his volunteer CPS at Sidling Hill in Pennsylvania.
He enjoyed all sports, with football as his favorite, and especially enjoyed watching his grandchildren play sports.
He was also a part of the Wednesday morning Men's Hilltop club.
Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2012, at Clinton Frame Mennonite Church, Goshen. There will also be visitation from 9 to 9:45 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 8, 2012, with the funeral service following at 10 a.m. also at Clinton Frame Mennonite Church. Services will be conducted by the Rev. Terry Diener.
Burial will be in Clinton Union Cemetery.
Memorials may be given to Faith Mission or MCC meat canning. Online condolences may be sent at www.millerstewartfuneralhome.com.
The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Nov. 4, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin
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Garber, Maurice E., 92, of Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN died November 2, 2012 at the same place. He was born September 2, 1920 at Goshen, IN to Earl and Bertha (Kauffman) Garber. On September 25 1943 at Shipshewana, IN he was married to Elizabeth Miller, who was born February 11, 1924 and died December 1, 2006.
Surviving are children, Karen (Verlin) Troyer; Joan (Wayne) Gingerich; Gretchen (Verl) Weaver; and Craig (JoAnn) Garber; 13 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, two brother, Robert (Olene) Garber, and Marion (Florence) Garber, and two sisters, Donnabelle (Clair) Hoover, and Delores Garber.
A sister, Betty Betzelberger, and a brother, LaMar Garber preceded him in death.
He was a farmer and contractor. He attended Goshen High School and did his volunteer CPS at Sidling Hill in Pennsylvania.
Memorial services were held November 8, 2012 at Clinton Frame Mennonite Church, Goshen IN with burial in Clinton Union Cemetery, Goshen, IN.
Submitted by: Diane Lockwood, Goshen, IN
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
Surviving are her sisters: Edith (Boyd) Rogers of Fairview and Millie (Willard) Bontrager of Mancelona; her brother Mahlon (Miriam) Gascho of Fairview; and 28 nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, 2 sisters: Elizabeth (George) Layman and Edna (David) Troyer, 1 brother Edwin (Edna) Gascho, 3 nephews and 2 nieces.
Funeral Services was May 2, 2012 at the Fairview Mennonite Church with Pastors Brent Bontrager and Virgil Hershberger officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery.
Lashley Funeral Home, Mio, MI
Submitted and Edited by Leon Hertzler
Surviving are children, Sharon (Steve) Odom; Kelly (Arbbie Ray) Boyajian; Brian (Sheila) Norton; and Janelle Sprague, seven grandchildren, and siblings: Jim Joslyn; Vivian (John) Heater; and Irene Lane.
A sister, Linda Joslyn and a brother, Donnie Joslyn preceded her in death.
Memorial services were held April 5, 2012 at Sonnenberg Mennonite Church Kidron, Wayne Co., OH with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Submitted by: Ellen Nussbaum, Kidron, OH
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
She was born December 29, 1945 at Coatesville, Chester Co., PA to Aaron Weber and Florence I. (Baker) Gehman. Aaron was born May 1, 1909 and died May 17, 1966. Florence was born February 14, 1905 and died September 18, 1983.
Surviving are two brothers, Donald Gehman married to Ruth, and Paul Gehman married to Inez, and three sisters, Joyce Gehman, Janet Gehman, and Margaret Gehman.
Memorial services were held February 23, 2012 at Hershey Mennonite Churcn, Kinzers, PA, with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Submitted by: Janet Gehman, Strasburg, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
He was born March 17, 1962 at Lancaster, PA to Donald H. and Ruth (Eby) Gehman. Donald was born March 1, 1931 and died May 18, 2012. Ruth was born October 22, 1928 and survives.
Surviving with his mother is a sister, Diane Gehman.
Memorial services were held October 19, 2012 at Hershey Mennonite Church, Kinzers, Lancaster Co., PA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Submitted by: Janet Gehman, Strasburg, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
He was born March 1, 1931 at Wernersville, PA to Aaron W. and Florence (Baker) Gehman. Aaron was born May 1, 1909 and died May 17, 1966. Florence was born February 14, 1905 and died September 18, 1983.
On October 27, 1958 at Gap, PA he was married to Ruth Eby, who was born October 22, 1928 and survives.
Surviving are a daughter, Diane E. Gehman, a son, D. Frederic Gehman, one brother, Paul (Inez Bowman) Gehman; and three sisters, Joyce Gehman, Janet Gehman, and Margaret Gehman.
children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren.
A sister, Carol Gehman preceded him in death.
As a young man he organized, and for several years directed, a choir of young Mennonites. He did much to encourage good music in local Mennonite churches and give young people a chance to sing in choirs at a time when local Mennonite leaders did not endorse such activity.
Memorial services were held May 22, 2012 at Hershey Mennonite Church, Kinzers, Lancaster Co., PA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Submitted by: Janet Gehman, Strasburg, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
She was a member of the Kidron Mennonite Church in Kidron where she taught Sunday school, served in the Women's Missionary Society, attended youth activities, and sang in the choir. She was a member of the Kidron Community Historical Society.
Surviving is a sister, Celia (Calvin) Lehman of Orrville; and a brother, Ellis (Edna) Gerber of Mt. Lake, Minnesota; many cousins, nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Dorothy (Dave) Schrock.
Funeral services were July 7, 2012 at the Kidron Mennonite Church. Burial was in the church cemetery.
Source: Spidell Funeral Home Brewster & Mt Eaton, OH.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler
Surviving are a daughter, Caroline Gering married to Paul Breslin, and a son, Jeffrey Gering married to Lisa, two grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and a sister, Linda Pankratz.
Three sisters and one brother, Pearl Kaufman, Ada Schrag, Earl Gering, and Mary Graber preceded him in death.
Memorial services were held February 18, 2012 at Hively Avenue Mennonite Church, Elkhart, IN. His body was donated to the Indiana University Medical School for research.
Submitted by: Winifred Saner, Elkhart, IN
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
Surviving are children, Greg m Anita; Susan m Charles Sterrett; Deborah m Robert Dudics; Clark m Sherrill; Cynthia m Antonio Vargas; Alan m Carole; and Patrick m Grace, 13 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren.
Submitted by: Conrad Mast, Scottdale PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
Nov. 11, 1921 - Nov. 19, 2012
MIDDLEBURY - Gertrude Marie Gilson, 91, of Middlebury, died at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 19, at home.
She was born Nov. 11, 1921, to Daniel D. and Emma (Hochstetler) Troyer in Hartville, Ohio.
On July 6, 1939, she married William Glenn Gilson in New Castle, Pa. He died Oct. 17, 1983.
Her children, Virginia (Willie) Barfield, Marjorie (Moses) Troyer of Goshen, Laura (Jeff) Zimmerman of Middlebury, Dorothy (Robert) Hall, Janet Hall, Robert (YaVonne) Gilson, William (Debra) Gilson of Shipshewana, Daniel (Tonna) Gilson of Syracuse and David Gilson of Middlebury; 40 grandchildren; 79 great-grandchildren; 27 great-great grandchildren; and brothers Valentine (Lizzie) Troyer and Eli Troyer survive.
Her grandchildren, Robert Hall, Lisa Hall, Ryan Gilson and Colby Gilson; great-grandchild Carson Boley; and siblings Mose, Mike, David, Albert, William and Susan Troyer preceded her in death.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 23, at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home. Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 24, at Griner Mennonite Church.
Burial will be in Miller Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Goldenrod or the Galilean Home.
The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Nov. 21, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin
Pastor Ginder was ordained a deacon in 1961. In 1974 he began serving as pastor for the Mennonite Home until his retirement in 1995. He pastored Risser Mennonite Church from 1995 until June 2001, and officiated over 200 funerals. Ralph was also a farmer. He stopped farming in 1966 and went into carpentry with the late Vernon Zimmerman until 1979. During his years on the farm, Ralph also worked as a custom butcher. He enjoyed hunting, gardening, and going to his hunting cabin in Lycoming County.
In addition to his wife Margaret, Ralph is survived by four children: Carl E., husband of Eunice Ginder, Mount Joy; Ann Simonetti, Marysville; Lois J., wife of Jay Boll, Mount Joy and Marie L., wife of Stephen Miller, Mount Joy; son-in-law Sherwood Espenshade; 11 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren, and family friend Louis Simonetti.
He was preceded in death by a daughter Janet M. Espenshade, a great granddaughter and two brothers: Roy G. and Victor G. Ginder. A Funeral Service was July 6, 2012 at Risser Mennonite Church, 8360 Elizabethtown Interment will take place In Risser Mennonite Cemetery Elizabethtown, PA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler
March 20, 1920 - Sept. 3, 2012
GOSHEN - Amelia E. Gingerich, 92, died Monday morning, Sept. 3, 2012, in her home.
She was born March 20, 1920, in Wolford, N.D., to the late Daniel and Fannie (Zook) Yoder.
She married Jacob B. Gingerich on Dec. 19, 1943, in Loogootee. He died May 13, 2007.
She is survived by five daughters, Elizabeth (Larry) Jones of Bristol, Pauline (Leon) Liechty of Lillian, Ala., Delores Kauffman of Pensacola, Fla., Sharon (Loren) Classen of Goshen and Debra (Ken) Wolfe of Elizabethtown, Pa.; sons Jacob (Dawn) Gingerich Jr. of Durango, Colo. and William (Karla) Gingerich of Bellefontaine, Ohio; 25 grandchildren; 44 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband; daughter Marjean Yutzy; a brother, Paul Yoder; and a grandson, Mark Liechty.
She recently moved to Goshen after living in Minnesota for 40 years and 10 years in Ligonier. She wintered in Alabama and Florida and enjoyed traveling to visit family members.
She was a homemaker. She enjoyed flower gardening and baking.
Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 7, 2012, at Yoder Culp Funeral Home and from 9 to 9:45 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 8, 2012, at Maple City Chapel where a 10 a.m. funeral service will be conducted.
The Rev. Gary Miller will officiate.
Burial will follow in Grace Lawn Cemetery, Middlebury.
Memorial contributions may be made to Maple City Chapel where Mrs. Gingerich attended when she was able.
The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Sept. 5, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin
LYDIA F. GINGERICH, 92, of Tuscola, IL passed away at 2:00 A.M. on Wednesday, October 10, 2012 at her residence in rural Tuscola, IL.
Funeral Services will be held at 9:00 A.M. on Friday, October 12, 2012 at the Otto Center in Arthur, IL. Bishop Sam Schrock will officiate. Burial will be in the Otto Cemetery in Arthur, IL. Visitation will be anytime after 1:00 P.M. on Thursday, October 11, 2012 at the Otto Center. The Edwards Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.
Lydia was born on December 9, 1919 in Arthur, IL. She was a daughter of Simon E. and Fannie (Diener) Otto. She married Eli C. Gingerich on May 14, 1942 in Arthur, IL.
She is survived by her husband, Eli Gingerich, four children, Ruby Viola Raber and her husband Al of Sun City, AZ, Willis Ray Gingerich and his wife Rolene of Goshen, IN, Sarah May Gingerich of Sarasota, FL, and Irene Freeman of Tuscola, IL; two sisters, Eliza Schrock of Lovington, IL and Katie Schrock of Arthur, IL; one brother, Robert Otto of Bella Vista, AR; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, an infant son, a grandson, three brothers, Obed Otto, Otis Otto and Andrew Otto and two sisters, Barbara Miller and Verna Yoder.
Lydia was a member of the Old Order Amish Church.
Edwards Funeral Home
Arcola, IL
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin
July 28, 1921 - June 9, 2012
GOSHEN - Marian J. Gingerich, 90, died early Saturday afternoon at IU Health Goshen Hospital. She had been in declining health over the past few years.
Mrs. Gingerich was born to the late Earl and Jessie (Philhower) Foster, on July 28, 1921, in Buda, Ill. On Sept. 21, 1940, she married William A. A. Gingerich, in Dennison, Iowa. He preceded her in death on Sept. 21, 2007.
Before moving to Goshen in 1971, Bill and Marian were farmers in Illinois. Upon moving to Goshen, Mrs. Gingerich was a homemaker and an employee of Goshen General Hospital for 24 years. She was a member of Yellow Creek Mennonite Church.
She is survived by two sons, Dick (Shari) Gingerich and Keith (Virginia) Gingerich, both of Goshen; four grandchildren, Rick (Robin) Gingerich, Kathy (Mike) Geiger, Diane (Devon) Miller and Mike (Gail) Gingerich; 12 great-grandchildren; and a brother, Kenneth Foster of Buda.
Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home and one hour prior to the funeral service at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Yellow Creek Mennonite Church. Pastors Wes Bontreger and Katie Cunningham will officiate. Burial will be in Yellow Creek Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Yellow Creek Day Care Center.
The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
June 11, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin
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Life Story for Marian Jeanette Gingerich
Born July 28, 1921 Died June 9, 2012
Marian Jeanette was born to Earl and Jessie (Philhower) Foster on July 28, 1921 in Buda, Illinois. She was the first child and only girl and was later joined by a brother Kenneth. Marian enjoyed living in a small town, near grandparents and had many friends. She attended the local Baptist church in Buda where she was baptized at age 17. Marian graduated from Buda High School in 1939.
At age 19 she married William “Bill” A. Gingerich in Dennison, Iowa on Sept. 21, 1940. Bill and Marian bought a farm near Buda. After their marriage, Marian joined Willow Springs Mennonite Church in Tiskilwa, Illinois, where Bill was a member. Marian and Bill were blessed with two sons, Richard and Keith. As the boys grew, they enjoyed farming with their Dad.
In 1971, Bill and Marian moved to Goshen, IN to live closer to their sons and their families. Bill worked for Kropf Manufacturing and Greencroft Health Care. Marian was a devoted homemaker and an employee of Goshen General Hospital for 24 years.
Living in Goshen, Marian and Bill attended College Mennonite Church for a number of years. When Bob Detweiler, one of the pastors of the Calvary Hour began as pastor at Yellow Creek Mennonite Church, they began attending Yellow Creek. They became members of Yellow Creek Mennonite by transfer of membership on January 23, 1983. They were active members of the Yoke Fellows Sunday School Class and enjoyed Sunday school class activities.
Marian and Bill were married for sixty-seven years before Bill went to be with the Lord on September 21, 2007. Marian enjoyed having her family nearby and was blessed to celebrate her 90 th birthday with them in July 2011 at Spring Brook Club House in Goshen.
After several years of declining health, Marian went to be with the Lord early Saturday afternoon June 9, 2012 at IU Health Goshen Hospital. She was almost 91. Until her latest stroke, she was able to live in her home with the help of wonderful caregivers provided by her sons.
Marian was preceded in death by her parents and her beloved husband Bill. She is survived by her brother, Kenneth Foster, of Buda, Ill, two sons, Dick (Shari) Gingerich, and Keith (Virginia) Gingerich, both of Goshen; four grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. They are
• Rick (Robin) Gingerich, parents of Randy (Meg), Robby and Richele
• Kathy (Mike) Geiger, parents of Janell, Megan, and Ryan
• Diane (Devon) Miller parents of Nathan, Landon and Austin
• Mike (Gail) Gingerich; parents of Karisa, Carter, and Kaylie
Marian's contagious laughter and ready smile will be missed. Praise be to God for his faithfulness to Marian and for her devotion to her husband and family, in service to Jesus Christ.
Submitted by: Yellow Creek Mennonite Church, Goshen, IN
Paul was born on Aug. 2, 1952, to Ura and Gladys (Sommers) Gingerich in Ephrata, Pa. He was born two months premature and he astounded all by surviving. Paul always knew that his life was a gift from God. He lived his life fully in this knowledge and he strove to serve and praise God in all things. Paul and Joyce were married in 1975.
Surviving in addition to Joyce are daughter, Tabitha Gingerich of Harrisonburg, Va., and son, Matthew (Sara) Gingerich of Keezletown, Va.; his mother, Gladys; brothers, Merle Gingerich and Duane Gingerich of Lititz, Pa.; and many dear in-laws, nieces, nephews and friends.
Paul taught Spanish and Bible for 30 years at Central Christian Schools. Paul felt a strong call to his work at CCS and both he and those he encountered were blessed by the relationships built there. He was a writer and musician. He was active in church work, serving as a Sunday school teacher, elder and caregiver. Paul was a mentor, friend, brother, and companion to many and he will be dearly missed.
Memorial services were March 10, 2012 at Community Mennonite Church in Harrisonburg, Va.; and March 17, 2012 at Kidron Mennonite Church in Kidron, OH.
The Daily Record, Wooster, OH.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler
Oct. 25, 1916 - Aug. 3, 2012
GOSHEN - Willard E. Gingrich, 95, died surrounded by his family Friday, Aug. 3, 2012, at IU Health Goshen Hospital.
He was born Oct. 25, 1916, to Dilman and Cora (Ebersole) Gingrich in Freeport, Ill.
He graduated from Freeport High School and was a longtime resident of Freeport.
Willard married Olive Graybill in Dakota, Ill., on July 18, 1940.
Willard was a dairy farmer and lifetime member of Freeport Mennonite Church where he was active as Sunday school superintendent, teacher and elder. After retiring, Willard volunteered at Freeport Memorial Hospital for 17 years, serving 42,000-plus hours.
In Feb. 2006 Willard moved to Greencroft Assisted Living, Goshen, where he had lived the past 6 years.
Since his move to Goshen he had been a member of Waterford Mennonite Church.
Surviving are a son, Myron Gingrich (Lonna Stoltzfus) of Madison, Wis.; six daughters, Rachel (Kenneth) TerBeek of Saukville, Wis., Barbara (Byron) Kauffman of West Liberty, Ohio, Lila (Jim) Gascho of Goshen, June (Bill) Cleaveland of Chehalis, Wash., Connie (Byron) Warkentin of Elkhart and Beth Gingrich of Albuquerque, N.M.; a daughter-in-law, Elizabeth Gingrich of Goshen; 21 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren.
Willard was preceded in death by his wife, Olive, in May 2004; his parents; a sister, Lucille Brown; a son, Keith; a son-in-law, Everett Oaks; and twin great grandsons, Judah and Micah Walker Cleaveland.
A memorial service will be at 1:30 p.m. today, Aug. 8, 2012, at The Gathering Place at Evergreen Place, Greencroft campus, Goshen.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. CDT Friday, Aug. 10, 2012, at Burke Tubbs Funeral Home, Freeport. Services will be Saturday, Aug. 11, 2012, at Freeport Mennonite Church with private graveside services at 10 a.m. followed by a memorial service at 11 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for the Keith E. Gingrich Memorial Scholarship Fund at Anabaptist Mennonite Biblical Seminary in Elkhart and Heifer International.
The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Aug. 8, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin
NELSONVILLE - Bennie D. Glenn, 79, of Nelsonville, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2012 at The Pickering House in Lancaster [OH].
He was born March 4, 1933 in Firebrick, Ky., son of the late Jessie and Pearl Scott Glenn. Bennie was married to Dovie Lutisha Love Glenn, who survives.
He was a retired, self employed contractor and was a member of Hocking Hills Mennonite Church.
Bennie is survived by his children, Gwendolyn J. (Julian) King of Virginia, Randel K. (Danita) Glenn of Junction City, Kim (Vernon) Martin of Wisconsin, Pamela R. (Raymond) Chupp of Virginia, Nathanael Q. (Tammy) Glenn of Virginia, Veasy E. (Valerie) Glenn of Idaho and Todd B. (Kim) Glenn of Virginia; 39 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; brothers, Alvie (Bertha) Glenn of Circleville, Charles (Helene) Glenn of Union Furnace and Lonnie (Betty) Glenn of Logan; and sisters, Delores Glenn of Wellston and Bonnie (Rex) Martin of Logan.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Jeffrey B. Glenn; brothers, Eugene and Chester Glenn; and sisters, Hester Martin, Esther Glenn and Ellen Vincent.
Funeral services are at 10 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 20, 2012 at the Hocking Hills Mennonite Church, 14865 State Route 595, Logan, with John Brunk officiating.
Interment will be in the Hocking Hills Mennonite Church Cemetery, Hocking County.
Friends may call Friday from 4 to 8 pm and Saturday one hour prior to the service at the church.
Arrangements are by Cardaras Funeral Home, 183 E. Second St., Logan.
LoganDaily.com -
Logan, OH
Oct 16, 2012.
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin
July 27, 2012 - July 31, 2012
MILLERSBURG - Kari Renae Glick, four days old, of Millersburg, died at 4:25 p.m. Tuesday, July 31, 2012, in the NICU unit at Dupont Hospital, Fort Wayne.
She was born July 27, 2012, to Richard and Richelle (Miller) Glick at Dupont Hospital.
Survivors, in addition to her parents, are two brothers, Ryan Devon and Jared Lynn Glick; grandparents LaVerda Miller of Ligonier and Freeman and Nettie Glick of Shipshewana; great-grandparents Mary Miller of Topeka, Elva and Martha Miller of Ligonier and Mattie Glick of Wolcottville.
She was preceded in death by grandfather Merle Miller.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. today, Aug. 2, 2012, at the family's residence, 6215 W. 1200 W., Millersburg. Services will be conducted by Bishop Levi Barkman and the home ministers. Burial will be in Hawpatch Cemetery, Topeka.
Miller Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury, is assisting with arrangements.
The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Aug. 2, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin
Surviving besides his wife are 7 children: Amos J. husband of Tammie Luzier Glick of New Providence, Elsie M. wife of Timothy Martin of New Holland, Paul J. husband of Mary Jane Fisher Glick of Gap, Mahlon L. husband of Naomi A. Petersheim Glick of Narvon, Sarah E. wife of Terry Weaver of Clearwater, FL, Allen R Glick of Lancaster, Samuel M. Glick of Lake St. Louis, MO, 28 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, 5 siblings: Emma Mae Stoltzfus of Honey Brook, John U. husband of Rachel S. Lapp Glick of Kinzers, Eli S. husband of Verda Kauffman Glick of El Salvador, Edward S. husband of Linda King Glick of Dalhart, TX, Anna S. wife of Stephen J. Stoltzfus of Gap.
He was preceded in death by a son John M. Glick and a great grandson Andrew Glick.
Funeral service will take place from the Calvary Monument Bible Church, Paradise, PA on April 18 , 2012 with Pastor Alvin S. Stoltzfus, Pastor Jason M. Smoker, Pastor Daniel R. Lapp will be officiating. Interment will be in the Mine Road Amish Mennonite Cemetery.
Source Shivery Funeral Home Paradise & Christina, PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler
Surviving are son, Donald, husband of Ruby Keener Gochnauer of Manheim PA; daugher, Anna Mary, wife of Kevin Knier of Mount Joy PA; and her daughter-in-law, Marian Gochnauer of Manheim PA, 12 grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren.
Two sons, John R. and David E. Gochnauer; a granddaughter, Marilyn Gochnauer; brother, J. Landis Bowers; two sisters, Ruth Pickell and Ethel Mae Bowers
preceded her in death.
Memorial services were held December 10, 2012 at Landisville Mennonite Church, Landisville, Lancaster County, PA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Submitted by: Christy Kauffman, Landisville PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
Surviving are a son, Donald, husband of Ruby Keener Gochnauer of Manheim, PA; a daughter, Anna Mary, wife of Kevin Knier; and a daughter-in-law, Marian Gochnauer, both of Mount Joy, PA; twelve grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and a brother, Glenn Gochnauer of Willow Street, PA.
Two sons, John R. and David E. Gochnauer; a granddaughter, Marilyn Gochnauer; and three brothers, Harold, Adam and Gerald Gochnauer preceded him in death.
Memorial services were held June 5, 2012 at Landisville Mennonite Church, Landisville, Lancaster Co., PA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Submitted by: Christy Kauffman, Landisville, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
Surviving are children, Harold & Ruth Ann Peddigree, J. Keith & Elnora Godshall, and Joel & Christine Godshall; eight grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.
Memorial services were held December 27, 2012 at Rockhill Mennonite Community Church, Sellersville PA with burial in Blooming Glen Mennonite Cemetery, Blooming Glen, PA.
Submitted by: Unknown
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
Survived by her husaband Stanley and two daughters, Dolores Bauman & husband, Wilbur of Pennsburg, PA, Norell Godshall of Ambler, PA; four sons, Leon Godshall & wife, Carol of Manheim, PA, Samuel Godshall of Trumbauersville, PA, Luke Godshall & wife, Suzanne of Springfield, VA, Glenn Godshall & wife, Cindy of Souderton, PA; a sister, Mary Leatherman & husband, Bill of Doylestown, PA; three brothers, Henry Landis & wife, Grace of Telford, PA, Mark Landis & wife, Elizabeth of Harrisonburg, VA, Stanton Landis & wife, Cleta of Harleysville, PA; 12 Grandchildren and 16 Great-Grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three brothers, Dayton Landis, Jr., Heber Landis and Floyd Landis.
Funeral service was August 7, 2012 at Perkiomenville Mennonite Church, with burial was at Perkiomenville Mennonite Cemetery.Perkiomenville, PA.
Source: Anders-Detweiler Funeral Home & Crematory, Souderton, PA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler
Surviving are children: Brian; Christina Wrubleski; and Caroline Miller and husband Bill; eight grandchildren, four brothers: Arden Godshall of Vancouver, WA; Rodney Godshall, of Dusseldorf, Germany; Philip Godshall and his wife Arleen, of Lansdale; and Donald Godshall and his wife Sharon, of Half Moon Bay, CA; and a sister-in-law, Evelyn Godshall.
A grandson, Jacob John Miller, and a brother, Richard Godshall preceded him in death.
Ray worked for Longacre Poultry for 20 years and Carriage RV Manufacturing Company, Millersburg, IN for 13 years. He loved gardening, music, friends, and family.
Memorial services were held August 23, 2012 at Plains Mennonite Church, Hatfield, Montgomery Co., PA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Submitted by: Mike Derstine, Hatfield, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
He was born September 14, 1947 at Newton, KS to Elmer H. and Gladys (Graber) Goering. Elmer was born August 21, 1914 and died April 25, 1999. Gladys was born September 23, 1918 and survives.
In addition to his mother he is survived by a brother, Wynn Goering and sister-in-law, Ardie of Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Memorial services were held June 4, 2012 at First Mennonite Church of Christian, Moundridge, McPherson Co., KS with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Submitted by: Becky Pohl, Moundridge, KS
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
Surviving are children, Larry and Dora Goerzen; Jennifer and Royce Flamin; Michael Goerzen (wife Tammie deceased); and Shelley and Jon Buller, 10 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, a brother, LeRoy Reimer, and a sister, Helen Dyck.
Memorial services were held February 2, 2012 at Tabor Mennonite Church, rural Newton, Marion Co., Kansas with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Submitted by: Kim Funk, Newton, KS
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
Charles operated a farm in Lime Valley, near Strasburg, for many years.
He was a Minister for the Strasburg Mennonite Church and served as the Bishop for the Willow Street-Strasburg District.
Charles was a founding Board member of Landis Homes, where he resided since 1998. He also served on the Board of the Mennonite Historical Society.
Born in Brecknock Township, he was the son of the late Howard Z. and Lydia (Hurst) Good. Charles is survived by seven children, Don married to Phebe Martin Good of Landisville, Glenn married to Mildred Saner Good of Willow Street, John married to Phoebe Widders Good of Lancaster, Jane married to David Hess of Lancaster, Ruth married to Jay Todd of Manheim, Marlin married to Barbara Nissley Good of Lititz and Bob Good of Ashland, Oregon, 23 grandchildren and 53 great-grandchildren, siblings, Verna married to Warren Martin of Fleetwood, Sarah married to Lester Schultz of Paradise, Esther married to Raymond Martin of Fairmount Homes, Kathryn married to Ray Martin of Garden Spot Village, Arthur married to Freda Good of Fairmount Homes, Susie married to Leroy Gehman of Reading, Harriett Good of Denver, Helen married to Earl Gehman of Mohnton, Parke married to Lou Ann Good of Lititz and Phoebe married to Earl Zimmerman of Lebanon.
Charles was preceded in death by his siblings, Harold H. Good, Ira M. Good, Charity H. Heller, Martha Stoner, Rachel Hoover, Climena Hostetter, Sanford Good and Dorothy Martin.
The family would like to express their gratitude to the Staff and Volunteers at Landis Homes and Hospice of Lancaster County.
There will be a Viewing on Thursday, January 19, 2012, from 5:30 until 8 PM in the West Bethany Chapel at Landis Homes, 1001 East Oregon Road, Lititz, PA 17543, and again on Friday, January 20, 2012, from 10 until 11 AM in the Strasburg Mennonite Church, 1514 Village Road, Strasburg, PA. The funeral is at 11 AM in the church with Pastor Stephen Weaver and Pastor John Meck officiating.
In lieu of flowers, please consider sending a contribution in his memory to The Caring Fund at Landis Homes at the above address or to Hospice of Lancaster County, P.O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125.
Bachman Funeral Home, Strasburg.
Intelligencer Journal - 1/15/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish & Leon Hertzler
STEVENS Edith Rebecca (Seibel) Good, 87, passed away on Tuesday, September 4, 2012, at the home of her daughter. She was born in Earl Township to the late Amos and Lydia (Reinhart) Newswanger and was the wife of Paul B. Good. She was a member of New Haven Mennonite Church Mid Atlantic Conference.
In addition to her husband, Edith is survived by nine children, Dale N., husband of Marian (Hursh) Seibel of Hopewell, Darlene N., wife of Clarence Kreider of Myerstown, LaVerne N., wife of Paul Groff of Stevens, Shirley N., wife of Carl Martin of Newmanstown, Leonard N., husband of Norma (Lehman) Seibel of Mt. Pleasant Mills, Edith N., wife of the late R. Carl Martin of Myerstown, Margie N., wife of Reed High of Jonestown, Lydia N., wife of Anthony Sweigart of Fortworth, Miss., and Jane N., wife of Vernon Geigley of Lancaster; five stepchildren, Harold B., husband of Miriam (Zimmerman) Good of Stevens, Ruth B., wife of Earl Horst of Tamaqua, Melvin B., husband of Verna (Fox) Good of Long Island, Va., Loretta B., wife of Sylvan Witmer of Womelsdorf, and Rhoda B., wife of Vernon Weaver of Stevens; two brothers, Amos, husband of Arlene (Gehman) Newswanger Jr. of Pine Grove, and Robert, husband of Elva (Martin) Newswanger of Ephrata; one sister, Anna, wife of Ira Ginder of Denver; 41 grandchildren; 27 step grandchildren; 77 great-grandchildren; and 76 step great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Leonard Seibel; a daughter-in-law, Joyce (Hoover) Seibel; five brothers, Walter, Paul, Raymond, Lester, and Richard Newswanger; a sister, Elsie Martin; a grandson; and twp great-grandchildren.
A viewing will be held on Sunday, September 9, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the New Haven Mennonite Church, 225 Crest Road, Lititz. An additional viewing will be held on Monday, September 10, from 9 to 10 a.m. followed by her funeral service at 10 a.m. at the church with Glen Fox, Larry Graber, LeRoy Martin, and Byron Wolfer officiating. Interment will take place in the Martindale Mennonite Cemetery. Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.
Lebanon Dailyl News - 9/7/2012
Lebanon, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish
She was born on August 11, 1955, in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Ivan N. and Anna W. Good.
Esther enjoyed meeting people and had many friends. She was a member of the Millport Mennonite Church, South of Rutledge, Missouri.
She is survived by her mother, Anna of the home north of Knox City, Missouri; five sisters, Verna and John Zeiset of Knox City, Missouri, Grace and Clarence Martin of Marlette, Michigan, Susan and Leon Zimmerman of Ephrata, Pennsylvania, Corinne and Marlin Zeiset of Decker, Michigan, and Rosanna and David Zeiset of Memphis, Missouri; four brothers, Allen Good of the home, Marcus and Regina Good of Edina, Missouri, Ivan Jr. and Anna Mae Good of Rutledge, Missouri, John and Joyce Good of Knox City, Missouri; seventy nieces and nephews and a hundred and two great nieces and nephews.
Esther was preceded in death by her father, her grandparents, Edward and Frances Good and John and Martha Martin, and a niece in infancy.
Funeral Services were 2:30 p.m. Sunday, March 25, 2012, at the Millport Mennonite Church south of Rutledge, Missouri. Abner Oberholtzer, Carl Hoover, Earl Oberholtzer, Wesley Martin and Marlin Hoover officiated. Casket Bearers were Shelton Zeiset, Verlin Martin, Stephen Good, Dale Good, Curvin Good, and Jesse Zeiset.
The family ask for no flowers only your thoughts and prayers.
Doss Funeral Home in Edina, Missouri is assisting with arrangements.
Edina Sentinel, Edina, MO
Published 03/22/2012
PALMYRA Pastor Harvey B. Good, 83, went to be with the Lord on Friday, August 24, 2012, at his home surrounded by loving family. He was born, Tuesday, February 12, 1929, in East Earl, to the late Samuel B. and Mary (Burkholder) Good. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Pearl A. (Brubaker) Good.
He was previous pastor of the former New Covenant Church of Palmyra, currently Victory Christian Fellowship. He enjoyed camping, gardening, and possessed a skilled hand at carpentry. He attended Christ Community Church in Camp Hill.
He is survived by a son, Leonard Good and wife Sandra of Palmyra; a daughter, Mary Ann Ellsworth and husband Rev. Vernon of Weslaco, Texas; nine grandchildren, Tonya M. Noll, Alicia P. Deibler and husband Albert, Heidi G. Brookes, H. Brandon Good and wife Deanna, L. Brent Good and wife Jodi, Eric L. Ellsworth, Jason S. Ellsworth, Ellen J. Mathew and husband Nishant, and Charles C. Ellsworth; 19 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Paul and Eli Good.
He was predeceased by five siblings, Emma Martin, Martha Martin, Issac Good, Elva Huber, and infant Samuel, Jr.
Funeral Services will be held Wednesday at 10 a.m. at Victory Christian Fellowship, 695 E. Ridge Road, Palmyra, with Pastors Doug Pyszka and Dave Hess officiating. Family and friends are invited for viewing at the church on Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Wednesday from 9 a.m. until time of the service. Burial will follow in Gravel Hill Cemetery, Palmyra. Rothermel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., 25 W. Pine St., Palmyra, has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Lebanon Daily News - 8/26/2012
Lebanon, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish
Henry was a member of Grace Fellowship Church, Ephrata. He worked as a certified state fire school trainer, he also did carpentry work over the years. Henry enjoyed hunting and fishing.
Henry is survived by a son Marlin J. Good of Shunk, Sullivan County, PA; a sister Maggie Auker of Willow Street; and a grandson Alex R. Good.
In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his son, James N. Good; 3 brothers, Cloyd, William, and Harvey Good, a foster brother, Edgar Steim, and a sister, Anna Mary Weber.
A viewing will be held on Saturday, April 7, 2012 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm at the Stradling Funeral Home, 30 North Ninth Street, Akron, followed by funeral services at 2:00 pm with Pastor Frank Rice, officiating. Interment will take place in the Metzler Mennonite Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Henry's memory may be made to Grace Fellowship Church, 822 Pointview Avenue, Ephrata, PA 17522, to assist with his final expenses. Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.
Intelligencer Journal - 4/5/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish
Surviving are a daughter, Rita Hoover (husband Kevin); and three grandchildren.
Memorial services were held November 3, 2012 at Blooming Glen Mennonite Church, Blooming Glen, PA.
Submitted by: Rachel Swartley, Blooming Glen, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
Felix was a member of the Shippensburg Christian Fellowship Church Shippensburg, PA.
Survived by his parents and three brothers, Conrad F. Goodwin of Chili, South America, Pilgram C. Goodwin and Willem P. Goodwin both of Shippensburg, two sisters, Julitta F. Goodwin and Anysia T. Goodwin both of Shippensburg and maternal grandparents, Harold and Lois Sollenberger of Bushnell, FL.
Funeral service was September 11, 2012 at the Shippensburg Christian Fellowship Church, Shippensburg, PA. Officiating will be Pastor Harvey Reiff. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Source: Fogelsanger-Bricker
Funeral Home Inc. Shippinsburg, PA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler
Surviving are children, Susan Gotwals (husband Tim Lehman); Brent Gotwals (wife Julie); and Chris Gotwals (wife Kathy), eight grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.
Memorial services were held August 11, 2012 at Blooming Glen Mennonite Church, Blooming Glen, PA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Submitted by: Rachel Swartley, Blooming Glen, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
June 22, 1921 - Nov. 25, 2012
LAGRANGE - Daniel H. Graber, 91, of LaGrange, died at 5:30 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 25, at home.
He was born June 22, 1921, to Henry and Suzanna (Mullet) Graber in Milo, N.D. On Jan. 22, 1942, he married Katie Ann Miller in LaGrange County. She died Jan. 21, 1961. On May 31, 1962, he married Anna Borkholder in Nappanee. She survives.
Survivors include his children, Ezra (Mattie) Yoder, Henry (Mary) Yoder, Alvin (Anna) Graber, John (Miriam) Graber, Marvin (Ruby) Graber, Neal (Wilma) Graber, Alma (Joe) Bontrager, Mary (Andy) Miller and Orpha (Olen) Schrock; 66 grandchildren; 170 great-grandchildren; siblings Agnes Yoder, Albert H. Graber and Aaron (Lena) Graber; and son-in-law Eber Frye.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Rosie Frye; two great-grandchildren; and siblings Herman, Edward and Simon Graber, Carolyn Weaver, Mary Peachy and Susie Graber.
Visitation will be after 2 p.m. today, Nov. 26, and all day Tuesday, Nov. 27, at John Graber's home. Services will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 28, at the Graber home.
Burial will be in Mast Cemetery, LaGrange.
Arrangements are by Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury.
The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Nov. 26, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin
He was born March 28, 1929 at Crawfordsville, Iowa to Peter Paul and Magdalena (Wenger) Graber. Peter was born July 6, 1895 and died October 8 1972. Magdalena was born November 24, 1894 and died December 9, 1986.
On November 29, 1951 at Pandora, Putnam Co., Ohio he was married to Mary M. Soldner, who was born March 21, 1930 and survives.
Surviving are children, Stephen D. (and Karen Kuzmicz) Graber of Baldwin, Michigan; Peter N. (and Mary) Graber of Elkhart, Indiana; Jeanne E. (and Ross) Mielke of Atlanta, Georgia; and Julia A. Graber (Rafe Lafrance) of Gainesville, Florida; eight grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, and his siblings, Erwen W. Graber, Moundridge, Kansas; Lucille M. Shewmake, Dade City, Florida; Peter P. (and Wanda) Graber, Crawfordsville, Iowa; and Calvin C. (and Jean) Graber, Goshen, Indiana.
A grandson, Paul A. Mielke, sister, Verena M. Moore; brother, LaVerne L. Graber; and sister, Anna M. Martin preceded him in death.
The fifth of eight children, he was born on March 28, 1929 at his family home near Crawfordsville, Iowa, to the late Peter Paul Graber and Magdalena Wenger Graber. He attended Crawfordsville Public Schools and played in the 1946 state basketball tournament.
Dan attended Bluffton College (now Bluffton University), graduating in 1951, majoring in sociology and Bible, and married Mary M. (Marge) Soldner of Pandora, Ohio on November 29, 1951. They recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary.
Following college, he attended Mennonite Biblical Seminary in Chicago, Illinois and was ordained as a minister in the General Conference Mennonite Church (now Mennonite Church USA). His years as a pastor included voluntary service with Mennonite Central Committee, a pastorate at Silver Street Mennonite Church, Goshen, Indiana, interim pastor roles with the United Methodist Church in western Michigan and Columbus Mennonite Church, Columbus, Ohio, and 10 years as director at Camp Friedenswald, Cassopolis, Michigan.
While Dan worked at Camp Friedenswald, he taught elementary school and completed a master's degree in school social work from Michigan State University. From 1970 until his retirement, he worked as a school social worker at Benton Harbor Schools, Benton Harbor, Michigan.
He loved the outdoors and was always growing something no matter where he lived. He had a landscaping business in Benton Harbor, Michigan, established and cared for numerous flower and shrubbery beds at Camp Friedenswald, served on the garden committee at their retirement village in Dade City, Florida and had multiple garden plots at Greencroft Community in Goshen.
Memorial services were held October 13, 2012 at Eighth Street Mennonite Church, Goshen, Indiana.
Submitted by: Peter Graber, Elkhart, IN
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
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Graber, Daniel Jacob, 83, of Goshen,IN died September 30, 2012 at the same place from natural causes. He was born March 28, 1929 at Crawfordsville, Iowa to Peter Paul and Magdalena (Wenger) Graber. On November 29, 1951 at Pandora, Ohio he was married to Mary M. "Marge" Soldner, who was born March 21, 1930 and survives.
Surviving are children, Stephen D. (Karen Kuzmicz) Graber of Baldwin, Michigan; Peter N. (Mary) Graber of Elkhart, Indiana. Jeanne E. (Ross) Mielke of Atlanta, Georgia; and Julia A. Graber (Rafe Lafrance) of Gainesville, Florida; eight grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, and four siblings, Erwen W. Graber, Moundridge, Kansas; Lucille M. Shewmake, Dade City, Florida; Peter P. (Wanda) Graber, Crawfordsville, Iowa; and Calvin C. (Jean) Graber, Goshen, Indiana.
A grandson, Paul A Mielke, a great-granddaughter, Aron Lilly, and three siblings, Verena M. Moore, LaVerne L. Graber, and Anna M. Martin, preceded him in death.
Following college, Daniel attended Mennonite Biblical Seminary in Chicago, Illinois and was ordained as a minister in the General Conference Mennonite Church (now Mennonite Church USA). His years as a pastor included voluntary service with Mennonite Central Committee, a pastorate at Silver Street Mennonite Church, Goshen, Indiana, interim pastor roles with the United Methodist Church in western Michigan and Columbus Mennonite Church, Columbus, Ohio, and 10 years as director at Camp Friedenswald, Cassopolis, Michigan.
Memorial services were held October 13, 2012 at Eighth Street Mennonite Church. Dan donated his remains to Indiana University School of Medicine for research purposes.
Submitted by: Jama Brookmyer Graber, Goshen, IN
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
Surviving are children, Roberta (Jerry) Linscheid and Marlene Graber (Scott Gesner) and four grandchildren.
Memorial services were held January 15, 2012 at Salem-Zion Mennonite Church, Freeman, SD with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Submitted by: Elizabeth, Freeman, SD
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
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Erna Graber died 01/11/12
Erna Graber was born in Henderson, Neb., on Nov. 10, 1917 to John K and Marie (Epp) Friesen. She passed away on Jan. 11, 2012 in Freeman, S.D., at the age of 94.
She grew up on a farm south east of Henderson and graduated from Henderson High School in 1935. She earned her bachelor of arts degree in education from Bethel College in 1943 and went on to earn her master degree of religious education from Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary. Later she would earn a master's degree in special education.
Erna was baptized May 16, 1937 and became a member of the Bethesda Mennonite Church in Henderson. She moved her membership to Salem Zion Mennonite Church when she settled in Freeman. She married Hilbert Graber on January 12, 1956. To this union were born two children: Roberta Marie and Marlene Joyce.
Education was very important to Erna. She taught in Henderson, Almena, Kan., and in Freeman. While in Freeman she taught Bible and English at Freeman Junior College and Academy, then elementary education in the Freeman Public School District. She ended her career working with children with special needs. After 37 years of teaching, she retired in 1983.
Erna became involved in many activities outside of teaching. Before she was married she served with Mennonite Central Committee in Bogota, Colombia. She taught Sunday school, participated in Women in Mission and served on the Swan Lake Board to name a few. She enjoyed her friends in the Friendly Neighbor's club.
Preceding her in death is her husband Hilbert, two brothers: Irwin Friesen and Edwin Friesen, and three sisters: Lizzie Mierau, Hilda Peters, and Edna Ratzlaff, six brothers-in-law: Gus Mierau, Gus Peters, Marvin Ratzlaff, Henry Lehmann, Walter Ortman, Neal Preheim, and three sisters-in-law: Goldie Peters, Katheryn Graber and Elta Lehmann.
Cherishing her memory are her two daughters: Roberta and husband, Jerry Linscheid, of Reedley, Calif., and Marlene Graber and husband, Scott Gesner, of LeCompton, Kan.; four grandchildren: Michael and Tyler Linscheid, Matthew and Caleb Gesner. Other relatives include: two sisters-in-law Leora Ortman and Bernita Preheim, one brother-in-law, Johnny Graber, many nieces, nephews and friends.
The funeral was held Sunday afternoon, Jan. 15 at Salem-Zion Mennonite Church with Rev. Eric Deckert officiating. Music was provided by organist Ruby Waltner and Terry Havenridge. Pallbearers were Tyler Linscheid, Caleb Gesner, Joey Graber, Kerwin Graber, Barry Preheim, Dennis Lehman and Donavon Lehman.
Interment was at Salem-Zion Mennonite Church Cemetery.
Freeman, South Dakota Courier
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin
May 6, 1923 - Aug. 4, 2012
WOOSTER, Ohio - Evelyn L. Graber, 89, of Wooster, formerly of Elkhart, Ind., died Saturday, Aug. 4, 2012, at West View Manor in Wooster.
Evelyn was born May 6, 1923, in Mount Pleasant, Iowa, to the late Leslie G. and Freda M. (Bates) Scarff and married Virgil R. Graber on Aug. 13, 1944, in Iowa City, Iowa. Virgil died Oct. 8, 2003.
She graduated with a bachelor of science from Goshen (Ind.) College and a master's degree in education from Indiana University. She worked as an elementary and junior high school teacher in Iowa, Ohio, Michigan and Elkhart for 20 years, retiring in 1971.
Evelyn was a member of Prairie Street Mennonite Church in Elkhart, the Indiana Teacher's Association and the Elkhart County Teacher's Association. She was an accomplished potter and sculptor and loved to travel with her husband, Virgil.
Surviving are a daughter, Joan L. (Jerry) Kauffman of Orrville; three sons, Dr. Donald D. (Sherrill) Graber of Cottonwood, Ariz., Dr. Thomas V. (Melissa) Graber of Poplar Bluff, Mo., and Dr. Robert B. (Rose) Graber, Ph.D. of Kirksville, Mo.; 10 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; a sister, Bernice Engelhard of Marceline, Mo.; and two sisters-in-law, Ann F. Scarff of Wayland, Iowa, and Delores Scarff of Lake Ozark, Mo.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Glenn and Raymond Scarff.
A service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Aug. 6, 2012, at the West View Manor Chapel in Wooster, with Pastor Eric Fairhurst officiating. A graveside service will be held at Prairie Street Cemetery in Elkhart on Tuesday, Aug. 7, at 3 p.m.
There will be no calling hours. Auble Funeral Home in Orrville is assisting with the local arrangements. Online registry and expressions of condolence may be made at the funeral home's website. Arrangements in Elkhart will be handled by Hartzler-Gutermuth-Inman Funeral Home.
Memorials may be made to Goshen College, Development Office, 1700 S. Main St., Goshen, IN 46526.
The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Aug. 6, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin
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Graber, Evelyn L. Scarff, 89, of Wooster, formerly of Elkhart, IN, died August 4, 2012, at West View Manor in Wooster. Evelyn was born on May 6, 1923, in Mount Pleasant, Iowa, to Leslie G. and Freda M. (Bates) Scarff and married Virgil R. Graber on August 13, 1944, in Iowa City, IA. Virgil died on October 8, 2003. She was a member of the Prairie Street Mennonite Church in Elkhart, IN, the Indiana Teacher's Association, and the Elkhart County Teachers Association.
Surviving are a daughter, Joan L. (Jerry) Kauffman of Orrville, OH; 3 sons, Dr. Donald D. (Sherrill) Graber of Cottonwood, AZ, Dr. Thomas V. (Melissa) Graber of Poplar Bluff, MO, and Dr. Robert B. (Rose) Graber, Ph.D. of Kirksville, MO; 10 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; a sister, Bernice Engelhard of Marceline, MO; and 2 sisters-in-law, Ann F. Scarff of Wayland, IA, and Delores Scarff of Lake Ozark, MO.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Glenn and Raymond Scarff.
A service will be held at August 6, 2012, at the West View Manor Chapel in Wooster, with Pastor Eric Fairhurst officiating. A graveside service was at Prairie Street Cemetery in Elkhart, IN on Tuesday, August 7, at 3:00 PM.
Source: Auble Funeral Home Orrville, OH.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler
Surviving are children, Shane (Jama Brookmyer); Christopher; and Shauna (Jason) Rasor, and 3 grandchildren.
Memorial services were held March 1, 2012 at Lockport Mennonite Church, Stryker, OH.
Submitted by: Barb Crossgrove, Stryker, OH
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
July 12, 1934 - Dec. 1, 2012
MIDDLEBURY - John D. Graber, 78, of Middlebury, died Saturday evening, Dec. 1, at Cleveland (Ohio) Clinic.
He was born July 12, 1934, to the late Daniel and Katie (Hostetler) Graber in LaGrange County. On June 17, 1956, he married Betty Gingerich in LaGrange County.
Survivors include his wife; children Rhonda (Allen) Falls of Middlebury, and Jeanie (Kevin) Koch and Darryl (Crystal) Graber, both of Goshen; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; one stepgrandson; one great-stepgrandson; and sisters Anna Lambright of LaGrange and Fannie Mast of Shipshewana.
He was preceded in death by his siblings, Levi, Sam, Melvin, Milo and Tobe Graber, Lizzie Schrock and Ada Nisley.
He was owner-operator of Graber Well Drilling since 1983. He enjoyed coon hunting, snowmobiling and fishing.
Visitation will be from 2 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 4, at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 S. Main St., Middlebury. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 5, at First Mennonite Church, Middlebury. Burial will be in Grace Lawn Cemetery, Middlebury.
Memorials may go to the Middlebury or Jefferson Township food pantries.
The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Dec. 3, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin
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Graber, John D., 78, of Middlebury, IN died December 1, 2012 at the Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH. He was born on July 12, 1934 in Lagrange Co. IN, to Daniel and Katie (Hostetler) Graber. On June 17, 1956 in LaGrange County he married Betty Gingerich; she survives.
Survivors in addition to his wife are two daughters, Rhonda (Allen) Falls of Middlebury, Jeanie (Kevin) Koch of Goshen; a son, Darryl (Crystal) Graber of Goshen; nine grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, one step grandson and one step great grandson; two sisters, Anna Lambright of Lagrange and Fannie Mast of Shipshewana.
He was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers, Levi, Sam, Melvin, Milo and Tobe Graber and two sisters, Lizzie Schrock and Ada Nisley. Funeral service was December 5, 2013 at First Mennonite Church, Middlebury, IN conducted by Rev. Gary Martin. Burial was in Grace Lawn Cemetery, Middlebury.
Source: Miller-Stewart Funeral Home of Middlebury, IN
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler
Dec. 10, 1930 - Oct. 24, 2012
MIDDLEBURY - Wilma Graber, 81, of Middlebury, died at 3:11 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, at Greencroft Gables Health Care, Goshen.
She was born Dec. 10, 1930, to Emanuel and Lydian (Slabaugh) Miller in Nappanee. On April 9, 1955, in Middlebury, she married Milo Graber. He died April 2, 2002.
Daughters Karen (James) Pletcher of Middlebury and Joann (Kenneth) Abbott of Bristol; son Dennis (Barbara) Graber of Plain City, Ohio; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; four stepgrandchildren; two great-stepgrandchildren; and sisters Irene Jones of Middlebury and Catherine (Omar) Lantz of Goshen survive.
Her parents and brothers Edward and Raymond "Jack" Miller preceded her in death.
She was a homemaker, seamstress, avid game player and loved being around friends and family.
Visitation is from 3 to 8 p.m. today, Oct. 26, at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury, and from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, at First Mennonite Church, Middlebury, with the funeral service following at 11 a.m. Pastor Gary Martin will officiate.
Burial is in Grace Lawn Cemetery, Middlebury.
Memorials may be given to Middlebury Food Pantry.
The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Oct. 26, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin
Surviving are children, Del (Susie); Donna (Norm); Conrad (Rachel); and Carolyn.
Memorial services were held January 16, 2012 at First Mennonite Church, Bluffton, OH with burial in Ebenezer Cemetery, Bluffton, OH.
Submitted by: Del & Susie Gratz, Bluffton, OH
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
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Thelma Gratz, 92, of Bluffton died at 10:05 pm January 12, 2012 at the Mennonite Memorial Home, Bluffton. She was born May 1, 1919 in Warren, Ohio to Laura Jane Medley Dailey and John Smith Dailey. On September 5, 1943 she married Delbert Gratz and he preceded her in death on August 24, 2000.
Thelma graduated from Bluffton College where she majored in religion. She later earned a master's degree in education from Bowling Green State University. Following WWII Thelma and Delbert served as relief workers in Germany with Mennonite Central Committee, where they set up a program to feed children. Her work then turned to raising her family until she began teaching Weekday Christian Education, then second grade, at the Bluffton Schools for 20 years. Thelma was a member of First Mennonite Church. Thelma had been active in a young mothers' club, called Gab, where she established lifelong friendships. She will be remembered as an outstanding cook and flower-arranger. Always interested in family, she was the favorite babysitter for her grandchildren. Another important aspect of Thelma's life was her love of animals, in particular her cats. Most everyone who knew her could not imagine her without a cat on her lap.
Survivors include four children, Del (Susan) Gratz, of Bluffton, Donna (Norm) Gratz Huff of Mississauga, Ont., Conrad (Rachel) Gratz of Columbus, Carolyn Gratz of Bluffton and five grandchildren, Philip, Rebecca, Ashley, Alee and Daniel.
She was preceded in death by an infant daughter and two brothers, John and Robert Dailey.
Funeral services will begin at 11 am Monday at First Mennonite Church, Bluffton. Revs. Steven J. Yoder and Louise Wideman will officiate. Burial will be prior to the service in Ebenezer Mennonite Cemetery, Bluffton. Visitation will be from 2-5 pm Sunday at Chiles-Laman Funeral and Cremation Services, Bluffton. Memorial contributions may be made to First Mennonite Church or Bluffton University.
Source: Tributes.com
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin
Surviving are three children: Rebecca "Becky" wife of Richard Landis of Manheim, James husband of Donna Denlinger Graybill of Gap, Richard "Rick" Graybill of Lancaster, 5 grandchildren, 3 siblings: Kathryn Good of Richfield, PA, Wilma Kauffman of Mifflintown, PA, Clayton Graybill of Richfield. He was preceded in death by 4 siblings: Harold, Glen, Elvin & Maybell Graybill.
Funeral service was November 16, 2012 at the Millwood Mennonite Church, 441 Amish Road, Gap, PA with Pastor Leonard Groff & Chaplain Jim Leaman officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery.
Source: Shivery Funeral Home, Christina & Paradise, PA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler
Elvin was a member of Simmontown Mennonite Church of Gap, PA. He formerly lived near Nottingham, PA where he was occupied in dairy farming.
He is also survived by six children and their spouses: Rachel Miller and husband Lynn of Dodge Center, MN; Lois Nolt and husband Warren of Dodge Center, MN; Jay and wife Joanna Peachey Graybill of Belleville, PA; Carolyn Eberly and husband Duane of Ontario, OR; MaryAnn Martin and husband Dale of Ontario, OR; and Kathy Good and husband Dean of Andover, NY. He is survived by 32 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by two brothers and two sisters: Earl Graybill and wife Miriam of Lititz, PA; Kathryn Good of Richfield, PA; Wilma Kauffman of Mifflintown, PA; and Clayton Graybill of Richfield, PA.
He was preceded in death by one grandson in infancy, two brothers Harold Graybill and Glen Graybill, and one sister Maybell Graybill.
Funeral services was October 8, 2012 at Simmontown Mennonite Church, Gap, PA with interment in the adjoining cemetery.
Source: Shivery Funeral Home Paradise & Christina, PA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler
She was active in Hess Mennonite Church, now called Crossroads Community Fellowship. During the 60's, she taught a girls Sunday School class at Herr Street Mennonite Church in Harrisburg, Pa. and continued to relate to the girls throughout her life.
Surviving, in addition to her husband Paul, are her children, Jean Martin married to Mark Martin, of Sarasota, FL; David Graybill, married to Gwen Penner of Denver, CO; Marianne Ferguson, married to Kenneth Bletz of Wellsboro, PA; James Graybill, married to Beverly Graybill of Elizabethtown, PA. Grace and Paul have 10 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. She is also survived by 4 brothers, Donald Herr, Harold Herr, Robert Herr, and Jay Miller; and 4 sisters, Mary Catherine Wenger, Martha Myer, Pat Eby, and Miriam.
Grace was preceded in death by a sister, Lois Lowe.
A celebration of life service was February 2, 2012 at Crossroads Community Fellowship, will then be held at Crossroads at 2 p.m. with interment service following in the Hess Mennonite Cemetery, Lititz, PA.
Source: Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc.
Akron/Ephrata, PA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler
Surviving are a son, Alan (Irene), and three sisters, Lucile Grieser, Arlene Grieser and Doris Liechty.
A daughter, Sharon, sisters,, Dorothy and Florence and brothers, Orland, Cletus, Ivan, Chauncy and Dale preceded him in death.
Marvin was involved in the Lord's work his entire adult life. He was licensed for ministry in 1961 and was ordained at Springfield Chapel Mennonite Church in Holland, OH. He worked for Christian radio stations such as WPOS FM from 1967-1978 and also at WKZM in Sarasota, FL for six years after that. During these six years he also served on the Board of Congregational Outreach of the Southeast Convention. He served as a District Minister for Mennonite Churches in Georgia and South Carolina after that. In 2000 He returned to Ohio to retire.
Memorial services were held July 12, 2012 at West Clinton Mennonite Church, Wauseon, OH.
Submitted by: Lauren Roth, Wauseon, OH
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
Survived by 2 sons, Leonard L., husband of Anna Mary (Stoltzfus) Groff of New Holland, Dale L., husband of Kathleen (Flexer) Groff, Wernersville; a daughter, Carol Ann, wife of Kenneth L. Stoltzfus, Talmage; 2 sisters: Esther Horst of Lititz and Margaret Frey of Ephrata; 21 grandchildren, 59 great grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by a daughter, Linda L., who was the wife of Jerry F. Martin; 2 great grandchildren; 2 brothers, Aaron and David Bowman; 2 sisters, Alta Nagle and Elsie Martin.
A funeral service was November 26, 2012 with officiating ministry David Sensenig, Nelson Bowman and Luke Weaver. Interment was in the adjoining church cemetery. Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata, PA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler
Survived by his wife and four children: J. Kenneth husband of Betty Moyer Groff of Leola, Richard L. husband of Lori Campbell Groff of Elizabethtown, Jane L. wife of J. Alvin (Jake) Wise of Fivepointville, and J. Robert husband of Laurie Kreider Groff of Leola; nine grandchildren: Alison, Lynndon, Randy, Jesse, Wendy, Amanda, Adrienne, Cody and Josie; a sister, Marion E. wife of Warren K. Witmer of Manheim.
His funeral service was December 20, 2012 at Groffdale Mennonite Church, Leola with Pastors Tom Eshleman and Glen Hershey officiating. Interment will take place at Stumptown Mennonite Cemetery.
Source: Lancaster Online
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler
EPHRATA Laura H. Groff, 71, passed away on Wednesday, July 18, 2012 in the Lancaster General Hospital. She was the wife of the late Richard Dreibelbis who passed away in 2002 and the late J. Martin Groff who passed away in 2010. She was born in Earl Township on May 12, 1941, a daughter of the late Henry M. and Emma H. Horst Martin. She was a member of the Groffdale Mennonite Church of the Weaverland Conference.
She is survived by step-children: Elaine G. wife of John D. Weaver, Kinzers; Kenneth M. and wife Irene W. Groff, Farmersville; Alverta M. wife of Ervin S. Martin, Mohnton; Marlene M. wife of Stephen L. Martin, Myerstown; Karen G. wife of Glenn Z. Musser, Fredericksburg; Kevin M. and wife Judy A. Groff, Manheim; son-in-law, Marlin R. Weaver, Stevens who was married to the late Edith M. Weaver; 27 step grandchildren; 55 step great-grandchildren; brothers: Marvin H. Martin, New York; Alvin H. Martin, Myerstown; Lawrence H. Martin, Lebanon; Leroy H. Martin, Denver; sisters: Naomi wife of Peter B. Shirk, Denver; Edith wife of Aaron B. Zimmerman, New York; Louella wife of Isaac G. Wenger, New Bloomfield; Maryann wife of Luke Horning, Newmanstown; Alma wife of Titus Z. Martin, East Earl; Sarah wife of Vernon Good, East Earl; also numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by a sister, Verna Brubacker.
Viewing will be Sunday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. in the Fairview Reception Center, 141 Jackson Rd., Lebanon 17042. Funeral service will be Monday, July 23rd, at 9:30 a.m. in the Fairview Mennonite Church, Elco Dr., Myerstown. Interment will be made in the Myerstown Mennonite Cemetery. Please omit flowers. The Clauser Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.
Lebanon Daily News - 7/21/2012
Lebanon, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish
Born in Stevens, she was the daughter of Elam G. Nolt of East Earl and the late Esther G. (Musser) Nolt.
Marian was last employed as a supervisor at Bareville Garment Factory and was a member of Martindale Mennonite Church.
She enjoyed crocheting rugs, word search puzzles, playing Scrabble, and being in the outdoors.
Surviving in addition to her father is a son, Anthony married to Judy (Zimmerman) Groff, East Earl; two step-daughters: Jean married to David Baliles, New Holland and Evelyn married to Pinhas Zafrany, New Holland; four grandchildren; six step-grandchildren; a step-great grandson; and eight siblings: Arlene married to Donald Groff, Stevens; Marvin married to Rhoda (Kolb) Nolt, Stevens; Dorothy married to Dale Weaver, East Earl; Lois married to Ivan Ray Sensenig, Lebanon; Arthur married to Erla (Sensenig) Nolt, Claire, MI; Carl married to Joyce (Nolt) Nolt, Peach Bottom; Warren married to Lois (Graybill) Nolt, Dodge Center, MN; and James married to Rosene (Nolt) Nolt, Peach Bottom.
Her funeral will be held on Friday, April 27, at 10 AM at the Martindale Mennonite Church, 171 Hurst Rd., Ephrata with Pastors David E. Sensenig and Matthew Martin and Bishop Earl Sensenig officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery. A viewing will be held at the church on Thursday (TONIGHT) from 6-9 PM and on Friday from 9-10 AM. Kindly omit flowers. The Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland is in charge of arrangements.
Intelligencer Journal - 4/26/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish
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Groff, Marian M. Nolt, 65, of East Earl, PA, died April 24, 2012 at Ephrata Community Hospital. Born in Stevens, PA to Esther G. (Musser) Nolt and Elam G. Nolt of East Earl. She was a member of Martindale Mennonite Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert L. Groff in 2003.
Surviving in addition to her father is a son, Anthony married to Judy (Zimmerman) Groff, East Earl; two step-daughters: Jean married to David Baliles, New Holland and Evelyn married to Pinhas Zafrany, New Holland; four grandchildren; six step-grandchildren; a step-great grandson; and eight siblings: Arlene married to Donald Groff, Stevens; Marvin married to Rhoda (Kolb) Nolt, Stevens; Dorothy married to Dale Weaver, East Earl; Lois married to Ivan Ray Sensenig, Lebanon; Arthur married to Erla (Sensenig) Nolt, Claire, MI; Carl married to Joyce (Nolt) Nolt, Peach Bottom; Warren married to Lois (Graybill) Nolt, Dodge Center, MN; and James married to Rosene (Nolt) Nolt, Peach Bottom.
Her funeral was April 27, 2012 at the Martindale Mennonite Church, with Pastors David E. Sensenig and Matthew Martin and Bishop Earl Sensenig officiating. Interment was in Martindale Mennonite Cemetery, Ephrata, PA.
Source: The Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland, PA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler
Surviving in addition to her husband Elias and four daughters: Kimberly (Greg) Hake, Tammy (Neil) McGaw, Kathy (Dennis) Nissley and Sue (Merle) Sollenberger. Two sons: Randy (Kelly) Groff and Tim (Crystal) Groff. Fifteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. One brother: James (Vicki) Kauffman and two sisters: Jean (Randy) Petrosky and Sandy (Steve) Eshleman.
She was preceded in death by her first husband: James G. McGaw.
The Memorial Service was December 28, 2012 at New Danville Mennonite Church, Lancaster, PA with Rev. Gregory S. Hake, officiating. Private interment will be in Conestoga Memorial Park.
Source: Lancaster OnLine
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler
She was born February 5, 1923 at Freeman, SD to Joe K. and Julie (Schrag) Kleinsasser. Joe was born January 23, 1897 and died September 6, 1976. Julie was born July 16, 1902 and died (no date given).
On December 21, 1974 at Freeman she was married to Erwin R. Gross, who was born February 17, 1922 and died December 19, 2006.
Surviving are, daughter: Vera (Neil) Heiman; sons: LaVern; Errol (Maria); daughter-in-law: Diane Walter; step sons: Don (Pat) Gross; Harley (Diane) Gross, 12 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, sisters: Mary Wollman; Sarah Stahl; Bertha (Eldon) Hofer; Joann (William) Stahl; Ruby (Gary) Hughes; brother: Amos (Kathryn Kleinsasser; sister-in-law: LaVonne (Duane) Schrag) and brother-in-law: Elmer (Judy) Gross.
Her first husband, Ernest F. Walter who passed away November 28, 1973, a son, Derrick Walter, a step-grandson: Marcus Don Gross; a brother: Silas Kleinsasser; and sisters: Kathryn Graber and Fern Kaufman; brothers-in-law: Solomon Wollman, Eli Stahl, Jake Gross & Clyde Kaufman preceded her in death.
Memorial services were held June 12, 2012 at Hutterthal Mennonite Church, Freeman, SD with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Submitted by: Edie Tschetter, Freeman, SD
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
She was born July 26, 1920 at Freeman, SD to Jacob F. and Sarah (Hofer) Walter. Jacob was born October 30, 1882 and died July 9, 1976. Sarah was born October 24, 1885 and died February 28, 1980.
On September 24, 1946 at Onida, SD she was married to Joe A. Gross, who was born November 12, 1920 and died November 19, 2010.
Surviving are a daughter, Nancy Weber; a daughter-in-law, Cindy Gross; five grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.
A son, Sherwin, a son-in-law, Ken Weber, five brothers and three sisters preceded her in death.
Memorial services were held August 8, 2012 at Hutterthal Mennonite Church, Freeman, SD with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Submitted by: Edie Tschetter, Freeman, SD
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
Melita also leaves to cherish her memory three sons, Gordon (Karen) of Duchess, Albert (Susan) of Brooks, and Tom (Joanne) of Duchess; nine grandchildren, Shane (Cindy) Grove, B.J. (Roxy) Grove, Janna (Jeff) Hickey, Daryl Grove, Trevor Grove, Joe (Connie) Grove, Karla Chase, Chase (Amanda) Lantz, Destinee (Thomas) Hutson; seventeen great-grandchildren; one brother, David (Esther) Friesen; five sisters, Elizabeth Hansen, Neta Broadfoot, Anita Dyck, Annie (Lyle) Roth, and Martha Derbecker; one son-in-law, Steve (Cheryl) Lantz of Iva, South Carolina; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Melita was predeceased by her parents, Jacob and Justina Friesen; one son, Joe Grove; one daughter, Debra Lantz; two brothers, Jacob and Edward Friesen; and five sisters, Hedy Friesen, Tina Friesen, Helen Biehn, Susan Friesen, Esther Visser.
Funeral service was January 5th, 2012 at the Duchess Mennonite Church on with Pastor Alvin Penner and B.J. Grove co-officiating. A Private Interment will take place in the Family Plot at Duchess Cemetery.
SAAMIS Funeral Chapel Medicine Hat, Alberta
Submitted and Edited by Leon Hertzler
Memorial services were held January 7, 2012 at North Clinton Mennonite Church, Wauseon, Ohio.
Submitted by: Audrey Rupp, Wauseon, OH
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin
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Paul Dean Guilford, age 84, of Wauseon, Ohio and formerly of Ada, passed away Monday, January 2, 2012 at the University of Toledo Medical Center.
He was born June 19, 1927 to the late Harold W. and Leah (Williams) Guilford.
Paul is survived by his wife, Christine (Sampson) Guilford; and children, Janet (Rodney Kuntz) Ruple of Wauseon, Ohio, Deanna (Robert) Ramsdail of North Baltimore, Ohio, and Dallas (Mary Beth) Guilford of Delta, Ohio.
Friends may call 5-8 p.m. on Friday, January 6, at Barnes Funeral Chapel, 5825 St. Hwy. 109, Delta, Ohio. A memorial service will be held Saturday at 11:00 a.m. at the North Clinton Mennonite Church, 831 W. Linfoot St., (Co Rd F) Wauseon, Ohio. Pastor Brad Faler will be officiating.
Prior to the memorial service, interment will take place at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, January 7, at Greenlawn Cemetery in Delta, Ohio.
The Ada Herald, Ada, Ohio
1/3/2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin