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Haarer, David Livingstone; . . Halteman, Ada N.; . . Halteman, Erma B. Souder; . . Halteman, Esther F. Keller; . . Halteman, Lester L.; . . Hamilton, Jessie Matilda Yoder; . . Hamsher, Kathryn M. Lehman; . . Harder, Bessie Mae, Zimmerly; . . Harder, Eldon Bernard; . . Harnish, Parke K. ; . . Hart, Walter B.; . . Hartmann, Deanne B.; . . Headings, Dorothea Grace Kauffman; . . Heatwole, Truman Lane; . . Helmkamp, Alice Mae Bergantzel (Roth); . . Helmuth, Elizabeth Borntrager; . . Helmuth, Everett Eugene; . . Helmuth, Gabriel Jon; . . Helmuth, John A.; . . Helmuth, Leo D.; . . Helton, Jeremy W.; . . Hendricks, Sara C. Shisler; . . Hemingway, Ruth B. Buzzard; . . Hermsen, Elizabeth "Betty" Anne Hoover; . . Hermsen, Paul Joseph; . . Herr Christian S.; . . Herr, Herbert Eugene "Gene"; . . Herschberger, Wilma Fern Troyer; . . Herschberger, Wilmer Lee; . . Hershberger, Dan A.; . . Hershberger, Delwyn "Del" Lynn; . . Hershberger, Eli D.; . . Hershberger, Edgar A.; . . Hershberger, Ervin E.; . . Hershberger, Neva Lou Jantz; . . Hershberger, Norma Jean Sommers; . . Hershberger, William P. "Bill"; . . Hershey, Dorothy M. Mellinger; . . Hershey, Ethel E.; . . Hershey, Edna M. Becher; . . Hershey, John O.; . . Hershey, Marvin E.; . . Hershey, Wilbur K.; . . Hess, Mary Harnish; . . Hess, Robert Buckwalter, (Dr.); . . High, Aaron N.; . . Hilty, Arthur L. ; . . Hjelmstad, Kenneth Lowell; . . Hobbs, Ruth Kurtz; . . Hochstedler, Henry; . . Hochstedler, Leon D.; . . Hochstetler, Fannie Whetstone; . . Hochstetler, Katie J. Eash; . . Hochstetler, Samuel J.; . . Hochstetler, Ura M.; . . Hochstetler, Yost M.; . . Hockman, Samuel Harold; . . Hofer, Anna W. Gross; . . Hoffer, Lloyd Ludwig; . . Hofstetter, Anna Marie Nussbaum; . . Hollinger, Mary Z. Musser ; . . Holst, Glada Kathleen Troyer; . . Honderich, Glen E.; . . Hooley, Miriam Elizabeth Kehr; . . Hoover, Amos W.; . . Hoover, Elaine Louise Herr ; . . Hoover, Eli W.; . . Hoover, Janelle W.; . . Hoover, Lizzie Lucile Martin; . . Hoover, Vera M. Hursh; . . Hoover, Viola Mae Kephart; . . Horning, Anna B.; . . Horning, Florence Z. Hoover; . . Horning, Irvin W.; . . Horning, John B.; . . Horning, Noah W.; . . Horst, Anna E. Musser; . . Horst, Connie Marie; . . Horst, June E. Weirich; . . Horst, Eli M.; . . Horst, Mark Rhodes; . . Horst, Miriam Amanda Frey; . . Horst, Rebecca L. Zook; . . Hostetler, Ada Z. Byler; . . Hostetler, Ella J. Miller; . . Hostetler, Esther A. Miller; . . Hostetler, Eva Diane; . . Hostetler, Marlene L. James; . . Hostetler, Samuel; . . Houdeshell, Raymond Eugene; . . Hoylman, Elsie Blanche Schiffler; . . Huber, Edgar E. ; . . Hunsberger, Harold D.; . . Hunsberger, Willard Detweiler; . . Hursh, Mary E. Martin; . . Hurst, Bertha Landis; . . Hursh, Rachel W. Burkholder; . . Hurst, Donald R.; . . Hurst, Phares S.; . . Hurst, Ruth W. Eberly 

Haarer, David Livingstone

March 25, 1930 - Sept. 25, 2012

GOSHEN - David Livingstone Haarer, 82, of Goshen, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012, at Greencroft Communities in Goshen.

He married Anna Slabaugh on Sept. 14, 1952. She died Dec. 8, 2009, at age 79. He has three sons, Carlton, Eric and Brian; six grandchildren, Rachel, Dylan, Will, Josh, Laura and Elena; and one great-grandson, Zane.

His parents were William and Fannie (Eash) Haarer. His brothers, Aldine, Sylvester and Leonard, and his sisters, Corona and Mary, are deceased.

His living brothers are Paul, William and Samuel. He has numerous nephews and nieces, great-nephews and nieces, and great-great nephews and nieces.

David was born March 25, 1930, and grew up in the Shipshewana area. He was baptized in Shore Mennonite Church in his youth.

He was a graduate of Goshen College, Eastern Michigan University and Michigan State University. Upon graduation from Goshen College, he did IW service as a teacher of delinquent boys. Most of his professional work was as an administrator of special education services for students with disabilities. He had been an active worker in the church as teacher, church board member and lay leader, and served on numerous committees. He was on the Mennonite Mental Health Board for nine years, was secretary of the MCC Mental Retardation Committee and served on the nurture commission of the Indiana-Michigan Mennonite Conference. He also was active in civic responsibilities, including school board member for 35 years, zoning board member and numerous other state and community board and committee assignments.

During their years of professional work and their first 19 years of retirement, David and Anna lived in Michigan and moved back to Goshen in 2004, where they had many relatives and friends. In Michigan, they were members of the Michigan State University Mennonite Fellowship. They became members of College Mennonite Church upon their move to Goshen,

David chose to donate his body to IU Medical for research.

A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 29, 2012, at College Mennonite Church. Visitation will precede the service at 10 a.m. There will be lunch after the service.

Memorials may be sent to Mennonite Central Committee (MCC).

MIller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury is assisting the family with arrangements.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Sept. 27, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Haarer, David Livingstone, 82, of Goshen, Elkhart Co., Indiana died September 25, 2012 at the same place. He was born March 25, 1930 at Shipshewana, Indiana to William and Fannie (Eash) Haarer. On September 14, 1952 he was married to Anna Slabaugh, who died December 8, 2009.

Surviving are three sons, Carlton, Eric and Brian (Kathleen Corrado), six grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and three brothers, Paul, William (Shirley) and Samuel (Wilma).

Three brothers, Aldine, Sylvester and Leonard, and two sisters, Corona and Mary preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held September 29, 2012 at College Mennonite Church Goshen, IN.

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


Halteman, Ada N., 90, of Souderton, PA died February 8, 2012 at Harleysville, Montgomery Co., PA.

She was born August 5, 1921 at Lower Salford Twp., Montgomery Co., PA to John Schatz and Mary Cassel (Nice) Halteman. John died in 1927. Mary was born January 19, 1897 and died January 9, 1990.

Surviving are two brothers, Aldus Halteman (wife-Erma) and Paul Halteman (wife-Arlene)

Two brothers, Elwood Halteman and Raymond Halteman, and a sister, Verna Halteman preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held February 24, 2012 at Franconia Mennonite Church, Telford, Montgomery Co., PA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Barb Moyer, Telford, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Halteman, Erma B. Souder, 87, of Souderton, Montgomery Co., PA died April 19, 2012 at Telford, Montgomery Co., PA.

She was born October 4, 1924 in Franconia Twp., Montgomery Co., PA to Wilmer B. and Marietta M. (Bergey) Souder. Wilmer was born April 13, 1896 and died November 10, 1991. Marietta was born April 27, 1898 and died August 25, 1985.

On August 21, 1943 at Souderton, PA she was married to Aldus N. Halteman, who was born April 30, 1923 and survives.

Surviving are children, Sandra Freed and husband Arlin; Ronald Halteman and wife Julie; and Barry Halteman and wife Glenda; eight grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, two sisters, Irene Derstine, and Rhoda Landis, and a brother, Ray Souder.

A daughter, Mary Jane Kratz, a granddaughter, Miranda Halteman, and siblings, Stanley Souder, Roberta Moyer, Wilmer Souder, Mary Young, and Harley Souder preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held April 23, 2012 at Franconia Mennonite Church Telford, Montgomery Co., PA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Barb Moyer, Telford, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Halteman, Esther F. Keller, 91, of Souderton, Montgomery Co., PA died October 2, 2012 at the same place. She was born March 13, 1921 in Franconia Twp., Montgomery Co., PA to Erwin M. and Ellen (Freed) Keller. On September 23, 1929 in Franconia Twp., Montgomery Co., PA she was married to Elwood N. Halteman, who was born May 28, 1918 and died December 12, 2008.

Surviving are children, Harold Halteman & wife Marilyn; Mary Ellen Hartman & husband Merlin; Elaine Rittenhouse & husband Jerry; and Arlin Halteman & wife Georgeina, 19 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren, a brother, Laverne Keller, and two sisters, Naomi Derstine and Irene Detweiler.

A son, David Halteman, a grandson, Thomas Halteman, three brothers, Cyrenius Keller, Claude Keller, and Isaiah Keller, and a sister, Elizabeth Krupp preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held October 9, 2012 at Franconia Mennonite Church, Telford, Montgomery Co., PA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Barb Moyer, Telford, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Halteman, Lester L., 79 of Souderton, PA died July 6, 2012. He was the loving husband of Mildred A. (Kolb) Halteman for 59 years. Lester was born January 29,1933 Franconia, PA to Melvin C. & Laura (Landis) Halteman.

Lester was a self-employed butcher at the Reading Terminal Market in Philadelphia, PA and later worked at the Twin Streams Campground in Morris, PA. He was a member of Perkiomenville Mennonite Church.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his four daughters; Deborah Garges & husband, Henry of Harleysville, PA, Cheryl M. Horn of Souderton, PA, Carla Haflett & husband Lyle of Troy, PA, Connie M. Halteman of Soddy Daisy, TN; his two sons, Dennis L Halteman of Green Lane, PA, Richard Halteman & wife, Jill of Souderton, PA; 18 Grandchildren; 19 Great-Grandchildren; his six sisters, Sarah Kulp of Souderton, PA, Eva Godshall & husband, Ernest of Souderton, PA, Florence Weaver of Souderton, PA, Kathryn Detweiler of Silverdale, PA, Loretta Miller & husband, Omar of Franconia, PA, Margaret Allebach & husband, Gerald of Hershey, PA and a brother, Russell Halteman & wife, Kathryn of Souderton, PA.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Christopher D. Halteman and a grandson, Chet Halteman.

Funeral service was July 9, 2012 at 11:00 am at Franconia Mennonite Church, 613 Harleysville Pike, Telford, Pennsylvania 18969. Burial will take place in the adjoining church cemetery.

Source: Anders-Detweiler Funeral Home &
Crematory, Souderton, PA/
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Hamilton, Jessie Matilda Yoder, 92, of Harrisonburg, VA died May 6, 2012 at the same place.

She was born December 7, 1919 in Oklahoma to Hiram and Rhoda (Shenk) Yoder. Hiram was born May 1, 1875 and died June 5, 1951. Rhoda was born November 8, 1880 and died November 1973.

On November 1, 1942 at Sheridan OR she was married to Eldon Leslie Hamilton, who was born September 23, 1915 and died October 23, 2001.

Surviving are children, Elsie Hamilton Bowman and husband Richard, James Hamilton and wife Bonnie, Alice Hamilton Brubaker and husband Dennis, and David Hamilton and wife Carol, 13 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and a sister, Margaret Elsie Yoder Buckwalter Davis.

A son, Dean Lowell Hamilton born June 29, 1954, died June 30, 1954; and her siblings, Russell Andrew Yoder, Wayne Harnley Yoder, Dora Louise Yoder Wideman, Max Gabriel Yoder, and Robert Hiram Yoder preceded her in death.

She was a missionary to Honduras with Eastern Mennonite Board of Missions from 1952-1962.

Memorial services were held May 10, 2012 at Lindale Mennonite Church, Linnville, VA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Alice Brubaker, Harrisonburg VA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Hamsher, Kathryn M. Lehman, 94, of Orrville, Wayne Co., OH died March 19, 2012 at the same place following a brief illness. She was born October 4, 1917 at Orrville, OH to Jacob and Sarah (Moser) Lehman. On December 25, 1940 at Orrville, OH she was married to Dallas Hamsher, who died August 31, 1992.

Surviving are a daughter, Kathleen (Dale) Hess; a son, Keith (Sharon) Hamsher; five grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren.

Two sisters, Clara Hershberger, and Orpha Hartzler, and four brothers, Milton Lehman, Marcus Lehman, Paul Lehman and Marion Lehman preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held March 24, 2012 at Orrville Mennonite Church, Orrville, Ohio with burial in Smithville Mennonite Cemetery, Smithville, Wayne Co., Ohio.

Submitted by: Jan Kauffman, Orrville, Ohio
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Harder, Bessie Mae, Zimmerly, 86, of Mountain Lake, Cottonwood Co., Minnesota died March 25, 2012 at Sioux Falls, Minnehaha County, South Dakota from cancer.

She was born July 10, 1925 at Wayne County, Ohio to Edwin P. and Mary (Bixler) Zimmerly. Edwin was born June 14, 1890 and died November 15, 1944. Mary was born July 21, 1897 and died February 20 1984.

On June 12, 2009 at Mountain Lake she was married to Jacob A. Dick, who was born December 20, 1917 and survives. She had been married Albert M. Harder on May 1, 1949. Albert died June 29, 2003.

Surviving are children, Rebecca Aum, Rachel (Nevin) Diener, David (Pratoomporn) Harder, Maryann Harder, and Wilma (Barb Swartley) Harder; step-children, Mary (Martin) Harder, Norman (Rosalie) Dick, and Marlin (Mary) Erin, 7 grandchildren, 8 step-grandchildren, and 3 great-grandchildren, her siblings, Lydia McClintock, Dan (Donna) Zimmerly, Dave (Barb) Zimmerly, Lillie Steffen, Jim (Carol) Zimmerly, Ray (Hilda) Zimmerly in-laws, Denver Welty, Estella Harder, Lawrence (Kathy) Harder, Leo (Gladys) Harder, and Walter Harder.

Her siblings, Lester Zimmerly, Ida Welty, Ruth Zimmerly; in-laws: Lou Zimmerly, Ernie Steffen, Theresa Harder, Harry (Anna) Harder, Anna (Marvin) Nickel, Jake W. Harder, and Joyce Harder preceded her in death.

Bessie Harder, age 86, died of cancer on Sunday, March 25, 2012, at the Sanford hospital in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, surrounded by family members.

Bessie Mae Zimmerly was born July 10, 1925 to Edwin P. and Mary Bixler Zimmerly at their farm home in Wayne County, Ohio, the third in a family of five boys and five girls. She worked at home from a very early age, cooking, cleaning, milking, gardening, plowing with horses, and selling orchard produce. She attended grades one through eight at Boone's School and would have liked to continue her education, but her help was needed to support the family.
She was baptized in 1940 in Sonnenberg Mennonite Church. Bessie worked as a Mennonite Central Committee volunteer from 1947-1949 at Cleveland State Hospital in Ohio, Skillman Epileptic Village in New Jersey, and Brook Lane Farm in Maryland.

While helping to establish Brook Lane Psychiatric Center, she met Albert Harder. They were married May 1, 1949, near Kidron, Ohio and then moved to Mountain Lake, Minnesota. The next seven years they moved back and forth between Kidron; Warroad, Minnesota; and Mountain Lake. In 1956 they settled on a farm six miles southeast of Mountain Lake, and in 1994 moved to Mountain Lake. Albert died in 2003.

Bessie joined the First Mennonite Church of Mountain Lake in 1963 where she held many positions including educator, deacon, and various roles with the Mission Society. She was on the program committee of the Northern District of the General Conference Mennonite Church and enjoyed volunteering at the Good Samaritan Village. She also coordinated the MCC trainee program in Mountain Lake for many years. Gardening and spending time with her grandchildren were sources of joy.

Bessie married Jacob A. "Jake" Dick on June 12, 2009 after developing a very close friendship.

Memorial services were held March 31, 2012 at First Mennonite Church Mountain Lake, MN with burial in Mountain Lake Cemetery, Mountain Lake, MN.

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


Harder, Eldon Bernard, 89, of Aberdeen, Idaho died May 26, 2012 at American Falls, Power Co., Idaho after suffering a stroke. He was born July 11, 1922 at Brainard, Kansas to Willie and Catherine (Wiebe) Harder. On October 5, 1945 he was married to Helen Klempel, who survives.

Surviving are children, Jim (Twila), Gene (Marcia), and Stan, 10 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, and a sister, Wilma (Pete) Friesen.

A brother, Wilfred, and a sister, Mildred preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held May 31, 2012 at First Mennonite Church, Aberdeen, Bingham Co., Idaho with burial in Homestead Cemetery, Aberdeen, Idaho.

Submitted by: Anne Hege, Aberdeen, ID
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Harnish, Parke K., 87, formerly of Willow Street, PA died August 28, 2012, at Landis Homes Lititz, PA. Born April 8, 1925, to Enos C. and Ella (Kreider) Harnish. Parke is survived by his wife of 64 years, Kathryn (Widders) Harnish, of Landis Homes. He was a member of Willow Street Mennonite Church, where he served as janitor for many years.

Survived by his wife, and two sons and their wives: Robert L. married to Brenda (Moser) Harnish of Castorland, NY, and Herbert L. married to Ruth (Breneman) Harnish of West Willow; and two daughters and their husbands: Kathy H. married to David E. Landis of Lampeter, and Debra J. married to J. Edwin Kilheffer of Millersville. He is also survived by a daughter-in-law, Jennifer K. (Straley) married to Dwight L. Rohrer, 10 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren.

Parke was preceded in death by a son, Steven L. Harnish ; five brothers: Aaron K. Harnish, Amos K. Harnish, Clayton K. Harnish, Enos C. Harnish, Jr. and Lloyd K. Harnish; and three sisters: Elizabeth K. Weaver, Anna Mary Peifer, and Esther Mae Dagen.

Funeral Service was September 1, 2012 at the Willow Street Mennonite Church, Willow Street, PA with the Rev. Robert A. Breneman and the Rev. Dwight E. Rohrer officiating. Interment was in the adjoining church cemetery

Kearney A. Snyder Funeral Home Lancaster, PA
Submitted and Edited by Leon Hertzler


Hart, Walter B., 80, of Quakertown, PA died May 17, 2012 at Life Quest Nursing Center. He was the loving husband of Ruth M. (Hallman) Hart for 60 years. He was born Jul 5, 1931 in Doylestown, PA to the late Charles K. Hart and the late Amanda I. (Bryan) Hart. He was a member of Doylestown Mennonite Church.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughter, Karen Garges & husband, Dean of Sellersville, PA; his granddaughter, Jessica Clarke & husband, Stephen of Sellersville, PA; his grandson, Christopher J. Gailey of Hatfield, PA; his two great-granddaughters, Allison Taylor Clarke and Leah Madison Clarke, both of Sellersville, PA.

A graveside service will take place at the convenience of the family at the Doylestown Cemetery.

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


Hartmann, Deanne B.

Dec. 22, 2012 - Dec. 22, 2012

GOSHEN — Deanne Birky Hartmann, newborn, passed away Saturday, Dec. 22, 2012. We are saddened by the loss of our daughter.

She was born early Saturday morning, Dec. 22, 2012, at IU Health Goshen Hospital to Simon and Angelique Birky Hartmann.

She is survived by her grandparents, Steve and Therese Birky and Paul and Marie Andree Hartmann, all of France; and great-grandparents, Luke and Verna Birky of Goshen and Marie-Anne Hartmann of France.

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

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Dec. 29, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Headings, Dorothea Grace Kauffman, 82, of West Liberty, Logan Co., OH died February 18, 2012 at Bellefontaine, Logan Co., OH. She was born December 4, 1929 at West Liberty, OH to Harry and Linnie (Smucker) Kauffman.

Surviving are two daughters, Susan (Del) Gratz and Grace (Greg) Kemp, and six
grandchildren.

Memorial services were held February 25 2012 at Oak Grove Mennonite Church, Champaign Co., OH with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Unknown
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Heatwole, Truman Lane, 4 months died March 13, 2012 at the University of Virginia Medical Center. He was born on November 6, 2011 and was the son of Micah and Krista Classen Heatwole.

Surviving in addition to his parents is a brother, Lincoln Heatwole; maternal grandparents, Steve and Treva Classen of Florida and paternal grandparents, Richard and Marj Heatwole of Harrisonburg.

The family will receive friends at a dinner f March 16, 2012 at Harrisonburg Mennonite Church. Pastor Daryl Driver and Philip Fisher Rhodes will conduct a funeral service following the dinner at 7:00 p.m. in the sanctuary. A burial will be held at Dayton Mennonite Cemetery Dayton, VA held on Saturday, March 17, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. with the Rev. Richard Heatwole officiating.

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


Helmkamp Alice Mae Bergantzel (Roth), 79, of Canton, Stark Co., Ohio died April 15, 2012 at the same place. She was born to George and Lucy Bergantzel. She was married to James Helmkamp, who is deceased.

Surviving are children, Rodney (Sandy) Roth and Patricia (Eric) Bala, five grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.

Memorial services were held April 22, 2012 at Beech Mennonite Church, Louisville, Stark Co., Ohio.

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


Helmuth, Elizabeth Borntrager

Sept. 17, 1926 - Dec. 20, 2012

TOPEKA - Elizabeth Helmuth, 86, died at 4:45 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 20, in her home.

She was born Sept. 17, 1926, to the late Benjamin and Malinda (Miller) Borntrager in Haven. She married John A. Helmuth on Nov. 26, 1946. He died Nov. 30, 2012.

Her children, Wilma (Harley) Schlabach and Fritz (Tina), Richard (Sara) and Dennis (Niva) Helmuth, all of Topeka, Polly (Glen) Graber and Ernest (Mary) Helmuth, both of Millersburg, Ind., Marietta (Lloyd) Schlabach of Ligonier, Ind., and LeRoy Helmuth of Shipshewana, Ind.; daughter-in-law Martha (Nelson) Schlabach of Topeka; 47 grandchildren; 79 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; sister Esther Galloway of Ligonier; and brother-in-law Freeman S. (Mary Anna) Miller of Topeka survive.

A son, Wilbur Helmuth; one granddaughter; five sisters; and three brothers preceded her in death.

Visitation will be all day today, Dec. 22, at the family home, 8365 W. 700 S., Topeka. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 23, also at the family home. Burial will be in Hawpatch Cemetery, Topeka.

Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury, is assisting with arrangements.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Dec. 22, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Helmuth, Everett Eugene

Oct. 28, 1961 - Dec. 16, 2012

PLYMOUTH - Everett Eugene Helmuth, 51, of Plymouth and formerly of the Nappanee area, died in his home Dec. 16, 2012.

He was born Oct. 28, 1961, to Edwin M. and Tressie Lou (Stutzman) Helmuth.

Surviving are his stepmother, Edna Helmuth of Bremen; brothers Lyle (Betty) Helmuth of Shipshewana and Wayne (Erma) Helmuth of Bremen; sisters Rose (Dannie Ray) Bontrager of Shipshewana and Lynette (Arlin) Bontrager of Goshen; and 15 nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Family and friends may call after 2 p.m. today, Dec. 29, 2012, at the family home, 3055 Birch Road, Bremen. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, at Dennis Hochstetler's home, 2735 Birch Road, Bremen. Officiating will be the Home Ministry of the Old Order Amish Church.

Burial will be in Weldy Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Ray Yoder, Brian Yoder, Paul Stutzman, Kenny Stutzman, Loren Stutzman and Wade Yoder.

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

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Dec. 29, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Helmuth, Gabriel Jon

Dec. 1, 2012 - Dec. 1, 2012

MIDDLEBURY - Gabriel Jon Helmuth, infant son of Bill and Mary (Yoder) Helmuth, was stillborn at 3:03 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 1, 2012, at IU Health Goshen Hospital.

Survivors in addition to his parents are grandparents Harvey and Betty Helmuth of Shipshewana, and Levi and Sadie Yoder of Loganville, Wis.

Funeral services will be at 2:30 p.m. today, Dec. 3, 2012, at Townline Mennonite Church, Shipshewana. Pastor Mel Eash will officiate.

Burial will be in Townline Cemetery, Shipshewana.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Dec. 3, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Helmuth, John A.

Aug. 15, 1923 - Nov. 30, 2012

TOPEKA - John A. Helmuth, 89, of Topeka, died at 3:40 a.m. Friday, Nov. 30, at home.

He was born Aug. 15, 1923, to the late George and Susie (Schrock) Helmuth in Arthur, Ill. On Nov. 26, 1946, he married Elizabeth Borntrager.

His wife; children Wilma (Harley) Schlabach, Polly (Glen) Graber, Marietta (Lloyd) Schlabach, LeRoy Helmuth, Fritz (Tina) Helmuth, Richard (Sara) Helmuth, Ernest (Mary) Helmuth and Dennis (Niva) Helmuth; daughter-in-law Martha (Nelson) Schlabach; 47 grandchildren; 78 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; half-sister Katie Kuhns; half-brothers Clarence (Susie) Schlabach and Melvin (Ida Mae) Schlabach; stepsister Mary Ellen (John) Gingerich; and sister-in-law Mary Helmuth survive.

A son, Wilbur Helmuth; one granddaughter; one brother; and three sisters preceded him in death.

Visitation will be after 10 a.m. today, Dec. 1, and all day Sunday, Dec. 2, at the family home, 8365 W. 700 S., Topeka. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 3, also at the family home. Burial will be in Hawpatch Cemetery, Topeka.

Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury, is assisting with arrangements.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Dec.1, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Helmuth, Leo D.

Aug. 30, 1948 - Sept. 20, 2012

GOSHEN - Leo D. Helmuth, 64, of Goshen, died at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 20, 2012, in his residence after a brief battle with cancer.

He was born on Aug. 30, 1948, in Washington County, Iowa, to Harvey and Katie (Miller) Helmuth. Surviving are his siblings, Ruby Yoder of Middlebury, Mable (Jonas) Miller of Shipshewana, Marie (Bill) Miller of Middlebury, Emil (Edna) Helmuth of Bell Centre, Ohio, and Olin (Alma) Helmuth of Shipshewana; 27 nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

He was a factory worker at Jayco for 29 years.

He was an avid Harley Davidson rider, loved people and spending time with family and friends.

He was known as a strong leader to many.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 21, 2012, at Miller Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 S. Main St., Middlebury. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 22, 2012, at First Mennonite Church, Middlebury. Pastor Mahlon Miller will officiate.

Burial will be in Grace Lawn Cemetery, Middlebury.

Memorials may be given to IU Health Goshen Home Care and Hospice or Elkhart County Cancer Society.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Sept. 22, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Helton, Jeremy W.

Oct. 31, 1974 - Aug. 21, 2012

GOSHEN - Jeremy W. Helton, 37, died unexpectedly early Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 21, 2012, at his home of natural causes.

He was born Oct. 31, 1974, in Elkhart.

He is survived by his mother and stepfather, Patty and Billy DeWalt of Goshen; grandparents Joseph and Patty Campbell of Goshen; and a great-stepgrandfather, Vick Pilch of Battle Creek, Mich.

He was preceded in death by his father, Billy Helton.

An active member of Faith Mennonite Church, he worked at Goodwill Industries. He enjoyed building model cars and was a Dukes of Hazzard fan.

There will be a private visitation and burial.

A 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 25, 2012, memorial service will be conducted at Faith Mennonite Church, 1201 S. 11th St., Goshen, with pastors Kay Bontrager-Singer and Deron B. Bergstresser officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family to help with funeral expenses.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Aug. 23, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Hendricks, Sara C. Shisler, 92, of Harleysville, Montgomery Co., PA died September 10, 2012 at Sellersville, Bucks Co., PA. She was born August 23, 1920 at Harleysville, PA to Horace F. and Maggie (Clemmer) Shisler. She was married to William H. Hendricks, who is deceased.

Surviving are children, Fran Hendricks and wife Brenda; Carol S. Markley; and Gladys Juarez, six grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.

A sister, Mary Ellen Alderfer, and a brother, Willard C. Shisler preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held September 13 2012 at Wiliams Bergey Koffel Funeral Home, Franconia, Montgomery Co., PA with burial in Salford Mennonite Cemetery, Harleysville, PA.

Submitted by: Bradley W. Alderfer, Harleysville, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Hemingway, Ruth B. Buzzard

June 7, 1918 - Jan. 3, 2012

GOSHEN - Ruth B. Hemingway, 93, of Goshen, died at Greencroft Healthcare at 2:44 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2012.

Ruth was born June 7, 1918, in Metamora, Ill., to the Rev. Alpha and Cora (Shoemaker) Buzzard. She graduated from Goshen College and then attended Nyack Missionary Institute.

Ruth taught school for five years in Elkhart County. She retired from Miles Laboratories in 1982, where she was an executive secretary. Ruth was a member of Brenneman Missionary Church. She formerly was a member of Central Christian Church in Elkhart, where she was an elder and a CWF member. Ruth was an adventurous lady who loved to travel. Foremost in her life was her relationship with her personal savior and best friend Jesus Christ. She truly lived her life by example.

Ruth is survived by a son, Bruce (Debra) Hemingway of Seattle; two daughters, Sharon Hemingway of Carnegie, Pa., and Sandra (Richard Rosson) Hemingway of New York; three grandchildren, Bobby Yeggy of Chicago, Jennifer (Robert) Bowe of Goshen and Eliot Hemingway of Seattle; and four great-grandchildren, Marshall Yeggy, Maria Yeggy, Nicholas Bowe and Brandon Bowe.

Three sisters, Miriam Nofsinger, Florence Yoder and Lois Yoder; and three brothers, J. Milton Buzzard, Joe R. Buzzard and Harold Buzzard, preceded her in death.

Friends may call for one hour prior to the 11 a.m. service Saturday, Jan. 7, 2012, at the Meetinghouse at Greencroft, Goshen. Burial will follow in Prairie Street Cemetery, Elkhart. The Rev. Russ Hunsberger of Brenneman Missionary Church will officiate.

Hartzler-Gutermuth-Inman Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Jan. 5, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Hermsen, Elizabeth "Betty" Anne Hoover
10-20-1921 - 1-20-2012

Elizabeth "Betty" Anne Hoover Hermsen was born in Indianapolis October 20, 1921, the daughter of the late Walter D. and Lillian Gladys (Bess) Hoover.

She was the last of Preacher Martin A. Hoover's (Wisler Mennonite Church) grandchildren.

On May 3, 1947 at South Bend, IN she married Paul Joseph Hermsen of David City, NE. He survives along with daughter Elizabeth (Beth) Ann Hermsen, who cared for them at home, Paul Roger (Carol) Hermsen of Chesterfield, VA, James Gregory Hermsen, Indianapolis, and Robert William (Mary) Hermsen of Mariocopa, AZ. Seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren also survive.

She was a cousin to many of the Hoovers associated with the Yellow Creek Community, Elkhart County, IN.

She was also preceded in death by her brother, Walter R. Hoover and sister, Margaret Eloise Hoover Brunson.

Visitation will be from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Tuesday January 24, 2012 at the Forest Lawn Memory Gardens Funeral Home, 1977 South State Road 135 in Greenwood, IN. Funeral immediately following visitation with burial at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens.

Submitted by: James Hermsen, Indianapolis, IN


Hermsen, Paul Joseph

Paul Joseph Hermsen of Indianapolis, was born June 29, 1921 in David City, NE and he died March 5, 2012 at his home. He is the son of Joseph F. and Angeline C. (Siebold) Hermsen.

On May 3, 1947 in South Bend, IN he married Elizabeth (Betty) Anne Hoover and she preceded him in death on January 20, 2012.

Paul is survived by three sons, Paul R. (Carol), of Chesterfield, VA, Robert W. (Mary) of Maricopa, AZ, and James G. Hermsen, of Indianapolis; daughter, Elizabeth Hermsen, who cared for him at home; seven grandchildren, seven great grandchildren; sister, Evelyn Ducoff of Medera, CA; brother, Alvin Hermsen of Topeka, KS.

Paul was also preceded in death by his brothers, Harold and Walter Hermsen and sisters, Kathleen Mackey and Anna Hermsen.

After graduating from David City High School in 1940, he went to work at Curtis Wright, INC. Paul entered the U.S. Army Air Corps on November 24, 1942 and was attached to the 792nd Squadron 468th Air Force Bomb Wing. During the war he circumvented the globe for his country.

Paul returned to farming after the war. He also, in 1957, operated his own body shop business and in 1963 moved to Indianapolis where he made his home. He was a body shop manager for many local dealerships before retiring in 1986. He was a charter member of St. Barnabas Catholic Church.

Funeral services will be held Friday, March 9 at 1:30 PM at Forest Lawn Funeral Home, Greenwood with visitation from 11:30 AM until time of service. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Memory Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Warrior Project. To sign online guestbook, please visit http://www.forestlawncemetery-fh.com

Published in the The Indianapolis Star on March 7, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Herr Christian S., 89, of Willow Street, PA died October 11, 2012 at Willow Valley Retirement Community. Born in Manor Township March 20, 1923, to Ira L. and Mary (Stauffer) Herr.

Christian is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Helen M. (Mann) Herr. He was a lifelong member of the Willow Street Mennonite Church and was a devoted attendee of the Senior Men's Sunday School.

Survived by his wife Helen and 4 sons: Jay C., Gerald G., husband of Joni, Dale L. Herr, all of Willow Street, Donald L. Herr of Manheim, and a grandson, Steven Herr of Willow Street; a brother, Ira Herr of Farmersville and a sister, Anna Mae Herr of Arizona.

He is preceded in death by his brother, James S. Herr, and his sister, Mary Metzler.

Funeral services was October 16, 2012at Willow Street Mennonite Church, Willow Street, PA with Robert Breneman and Joe Sherer officiating. Interment will follow the service in the adjoining church cemetery.

Source: The Gundel Funeral Home Lancaster, PA.
& Intelligencer Journal - 10/13/2012 Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler & Robert Fish


Herr, Herbert Eugene "Gene", 79, of Newton, KS died January 1, 2012 at Hesston, Harvey Co., KS. He was born May 11, 1932 at Strasburg, PA to Herbert and Mary (Landis) Herr. On May 21, 1955 he was married to Mary Yutzy, who survives.

Surviving are children, Phillip (Maria) Herr; Karl (Mary Lynne) Herr; and Ellen (Darryl) Awe, and 6 grandchildren.

Gene and wife, Mary, established The Hermitage Retreat Center in Three Rivers, Michigan.

Services were held January 6, 2012 at Hesston Mennonite Church (Memorial) and January 7, 2012 at St. Mary's Catholic Church (Funeral Mass) with burial in Eastlawn Cemetery, Hesston, KS.

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


Herschberger, Wilma Fern Troyer

Dec. 23, 1929 - July 8, 2012

GOSHEN - Wilma Fern Herschberger, 82, of Goshen, died at 1:47 a.m. Sunday, July 8, at her home.

She was born Dec. 23, 1929, in Elkhart County to Christian and Elizabeth (Miller) Troyer. On Sept. 23, 1951, in Middlebury, she married Henry A. Herschberger. He survives.

Survivors in addition to her husband are a daughter, Christena (Courtney) Stump of Goshen; four sons, Larry (Mary) Herschberger of Middlebury, Hank (Melody) Herschberger and Wes (Janelle) Herschberger, both of Goshen, and Titus Herschberger of Central City, Colo.; 13 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; three sisters, Amy Bontrager, Ella Miller and Sue Bontrager; and five brothers, Ora D., Lester, Owen, Leroy and Cephas Troyer.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, July 9, and 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 10, at Mount Joy Mennonite Church. There will also be visitation for one hour prior to the 10 a.m. funeral service Wednesday, July 11, also at the church. Services will be conducted by Rev. Ben Shirk.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Gideons International.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
July 9, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Herschberger, Wilmer Lee

June 23, 1983-Aug. 2, 2012

- LIGONIER - Wilmer Lee Herschberger, 29, passed away unexpectedly Thursday in Topeka as the result of an accident.

He was born on June 23, 1983, to Samuel and LaAnna (Schrock) Herschberger in Goshen.

On Sept. 22, 2005, he married Mary Yoder.

He is survived by his wife, Mary Herschberger of Ligonier; three children, Michael Jay, Sara Jean and Lisa Fay; his parents, Bishop Samuel and LeAnna Herschberger of Topeka; two brothers, Gary (Sara) Herschberger and Delmar (Ruby) Herschberger, both of Topeka; three sisters, Rebecca (Glen) Harshberger and Laura (Leon) Borkholder, both of Nappanee, and Wanda Herschberger of Topeka; grandmother, Lizzie Herschberger of Topeka; eight nephews; and five nieces.

He was preceded in death by his two grandfathers; a grandmother; and a niece.

Wilmer was a member of the Old Order Amish Church and was employed by Champion Homes of Topeka.

Friends may call after 2 p.m. today and all day Saturday at the family residence, 7225 S. 400 West, Ligonier.

A funeral service will take place Sunday at 9:30 a.m. at the Elvie Miller residence, 7380 S. 400 West, Ligonier. Bishop Dan Yoder and the home ministers will officiate.

Burial will follow at Hawpatch Cemetery in Topeka. Pallbearers will be Ervin Miller, Nathan Miller, Vernon Nisley, Willard Schrock, Glen Bontrager and Richard Fry.

Yeager Funeral Home, Ligonier, is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be sent shared with the family at www.yeagerfuneralhome.com.

Goshen News, Goshen, IN
August 3, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Hershberger, Dan A., 80, of Fredericksburg, OH died May 10, 2012 at Walnut Hills Nursing Home in Walnut Creek, OH. He was born January 1, 1932 in Holmes County to Abe L. and Mattie (Kurtz) Hershberger and married Katie A. Weaver on November 29, 1951. She died July 10, 2010. He was a member of East Union Mennonite Church.

He is survived by children, Richard (Miriam) Hershberger of Dundee, Nancy Hershberger of the home and Crystal (Steve) Miller of Fredericksburg; ten grandchildren; sisters, Fannie and Sarah Hershberger, both of Wilmot and Mary (Jacob J.J.) Miller of Dundee; brothers, Levi (Mary) Hershberger of Wilmot, David (Anna) Hershberger, Eli (Amanda) Hershberger and Abe (Effie) Hershberger, Jr., all of Dundee.

Funeral service was May 14, 2012 at the East Union Mennonite Church, Orrville, OH with Pastors Leonard Wenger, Joe Hershberger and Lynn Wenger officiating. Burial was in East Union Mennonite Cemetery, Orrville, OH.

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


Hershberger, Delwyn "Del" Lynn, 54, of Kalona, IA died March 14, 2012 at Iowa City, Johnson Co., Iowa. He was born November 9, 1957 at Washington, Washington Co., Iowa to John D. and Alma (Miller) Hershberger. On September 20, 1986 at Kalona, Washington Co., Iowa he was married to Jane Yoder.

Surviving are his wife, Jane; mother, Alma; daughter, Nicole; son, Michael; and two brothers, Ronnie (Cindy) Hershberger and Merlin (Brenda) Hershberger.

His father, John (February 13, 2010) preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held March 19, 2012 at Kalona Mennonite Church, Kalona, Iowa with burial in Fairview Mennonite Cemetery, Kalona, Johnson Co., Iowa.

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


Hershberger, Edgar A.
(March 24, 1919 - December 15, 2012)

Services will be held at the Bellwood Mennonite Church, 520 B Street, Milford, on Thursday, December 20 at 10:30 a.m. with burial in the Milford Mennonite Cemetery. Rev. Dave Miller will officiate. Visitation and viewing will be from 9am-9pm Wednesday at Lauber-Moore Funeral Home with the family receiving relatives and friends Wednesday evening from 6-8pm.

A memorial fund has been established to support the Meat Canning Project of the Mennonite Central Committee at Milford, NE. Contributions may be sent to the Bellwood Mennonite Church, 520 B Street, Milford, NE 68405, with a notation for the meat canning project.

Edgar Allen Hershberger, 93, of Milford, died on Saturday, December 15 in Seward, NE. Edgar was a longtime resident of Milford, but moved to Heartland Senior Retirement Living Center in Seward a year ago. As a believer in Jesus Christ, Edgar is now experiencing the joys of heaven and a reunion with the saints, without the limitations of a physical body slowed by age. His greatest concern was that his family, children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren come to faith in Jesus Christ and share the riches of a Christian relationship with other people. He was a member of the Bellwood Mennonite Church for over fifty years.

He was baptized at the East Fairview Mennonite Church in 1933, and later attended high school in Dorchester, NE. Before World War II, Edgar managed a Conoco service station in Iowa City, Iowa until he was drafted. As a conscientious objector, he served in the Civilian Public Service during the war at camps in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and Malcolm, Nebraska. Edgar worked as a salesman, including being the Standard Oil bulk agent in Milford; in sales and management positions in clothing and shoe departments in Lincoln and Omaha; and for the major part of his business life selling investments offered by Waddell and Reed. He was the broker-owner of Hershberger Real Estate serving Milford and the surrounding area. Edgar and his wife traveled extensively with his work and for the church. Edgar was very generous with his time and resources. Among many service activities, he taught a Sunday School class for developmentally disabled adults for a number of years at the Milford Rest Home, volunteered at the People's City Mission, the Lincoln Correctional Center, and provided leadership locally and regionally in the Men's Prayer Breakfast movement. He was a friend to all he met, and will be missed by all who knew him.

He was born March 24, 1919 on a farm near Milford, Nebraska to John A. and Susan (Rediger) Hershberger, the second youngest of eight children. He married DeElda Lucille Eicher on December 25, 1938, and would have celebrated 74 years of marriage in ten days. He is survived by his wife DeElda; sons Gordon of Syracuse, NY, Gregory (Catherine) of Lincoln, NE, and Ray (Rosemary) of Columbus, OH; five grandchildren, Heidi (Dave) Kovarik of Syracuse, NY, Amy (Paul) Monsour of Pasadena, CA, Jonathan (Roopal) Hershberger of Tampa, FL, Emily (Brian) Bolton of Harrisonburg, VA, and Lisl Hershberger of the Dominican Republic; two step grandchildren, Karen (Rob) Beatty of Phoenix, AZ, and Jeff Hoffman of Tampa, FL; six great grandchildren, three step great grandchildren; sisters in law Ada (Burdette) Hershberger, Rainy River Ontario Canada, Verba (Merle) Eicher, Milford, Lillian (Lawrence) Beckler, Seward, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; four sisters, Hilda Roth, Elva Roth Troyer, Theresa Swartzendruber, and Iola Hershberger; three brothers, Clarence, Albert, and Burdette; a daughter-in-law, Kathleen Hoffman Hershberger, a granddaughter, Rosanna Hershberger, and a step great grandson, Matthew Beatty.

Source: Lauber Moore Funeral Homes
Milford, Nebraska
Submitted by: Larry Beckler

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Hershberger, Edgar Allen, 93, of, Milford, Seward County, Nebraska died December 15, 2012 at Seward, Nebraska.

He was born March 24, 1919 at Milford, Nebraska to John A. and Susan (Rediger) Hershberger. John was born February 9, 1887 and died July 1, 1952. Susan was born October 10, 1885 and died October 31, 1962.

On December 25, 1938 at Milford, Nebraska he was married to DeElda Lucille Eicher, who was born March 25, 1918 and survives.

Surviving are three sons, Gordon, Gregory (Catherine), and Ray (Rosemary); five grandchildren, two step-grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, three step-grandchildren and sisters-in-law, Ada Hershberger, Verba Eicher, and Lillian Beckler.

A granddaughter, Rosanna Hershberger; step great-grandson, Matthew Beatty; a daughter-in-law, Kathleen Hoffman Hershberger; four sisters, Hilda Roth, Elva Roth Troyer, Theresa Swartzendruber, and Iola Hershberger; and three brothers, Clarence, Albert, and Burdette preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held December 20, 2012 at Bellwood Mennonite Church, Milford, Nebraska with burial in Milford Mennonite Cemetery, Milford, Nebraska.

Submitted by: Greg Hershberger, Lincoln, NE
and Pam Erb, Milford, NE
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Hershberger, Eli D., 88, of Winesburg, OH died May 25, 2012 at Majora Lane Nursing Home in Millersburg, OH following a period of declining health. He was born in Holmes Co., OH on May 15, 1924 to Dan E. and Rebecca (Pfister) Hershberger and married Mary Ann Schrock on January 4, 1945.

She survives.He retired from the Hardy Coal Company and was a member of the Longenecker Mennonite Church.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by children, Ruth Hershberger, Emma Carpenter, Ray (Terri) Hershberger and Glenn (Dee Ann) Hershberger, all of Winesburg, Rebecca (Robert) Benjamin of Killbuck and David Hershberger of Winesburg; 5 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; sisters, Mary Snyder of Dundee and Susie Hershberger of Winesburg; brothers, Mel Hershberger of Missouri and Vernon (Becky) Hershberger of Harmon.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant son, Robert; brothers, Roman and Emanuel; and a great grandson.

Funeral service was May 29, 2012 at the Longenecker Mennonite Church with Pastor Ernie Hershberger officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

Source: Spidell Funeral Home Brewster & Mt Eaton, OH
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Hershberger, Ervin E.

July 28, 1926- Sept. 9, 2012

GOSHEN - Ervin E. Hershberger, 86, of Goshen, died at 1:05 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 9, 2012, at Courtyard Health Care in Goshen.

He was born July 28, 1926, in Goshen to John and Fannie (Nisley) Hershberger.

Ervin is survived by sisters Dorothy Hershberger of Goshen and Mary Rheinheimer of Goshen; brother Jay (Ruby) Hershberger of Millersburg; and 21 nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his brothers, Lloyd Hershberger in 1998 and Calvin Hershberger in 1978.

Ervin was a member of Fairhaven Amish Mennonite Church, Goshen.

Visitation is from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2012, at Fairhaven Amish Mennonite Church, S.R. 4, Goshen, and one hour prior to the funeral service at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2012, also at the church. Bishop Wilbur Yoder will officiate. Burial is in Clinton Brick Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Fairhaven Amish Mennonite Church.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Sept/ 10, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Hershberger, Neva Lou Jantz, 85, of Wellman, IA died August 28, 2012 at the same place. She was born January 9, 1927 at Moundridge, KS to Ezra and Ruth (Hawkey) Jantz. On September 15, 1946 at Newton, KS she was married to Bernard M. Hershberger, who is deceased..

Surviving are children, Bernard J. Hershberger and wife Janet; Gloria Hershberger; and Rita Trimpe and husband Bob; five grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and a sister, Nona Snyder.

Her siblings: Earl Jantz, Melvin Jantz, Wayne Jantz, Paul Jantz, Nina Jantz and Ruth Orpin preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held September 1, 2012 at Powell Funeral Home, Wellman, IA with burial in Wellman Mennonite Cemetery, Wellman, IA.

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

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Hershberger, Neva Lou Jantz, 85, died August 28, 2012 at Parkview Manor in Wellman, IA.

She was born January 9, 1927 in Moundridge, Kansas, to Ezra and Ruth (Hawkey) Jantz. She graduated from the Hesston Academy in 1944. On September 15, 1946 she was united in marriage to Bernard M. Hershberger in Newton, Kansas.

They made their home in Wellman. Neva was a member of the Wellman Mennonite Church. She served as the historian for the Iowa Nebraska Conference from 1977-1986. She was a member of the Archives of Iowa, Mennonite Museum Archives, Mennonite Historical Society, and the Wellman Heritage Society.

Neva is survived by three children Bernard J. Hershberger and wife Janet of Marengo; Gloria Hershberger of Aurora, Colorado; Rita Trimpe and husband Bob of Williamsburg; five grandchildren Bradley Hershberger and wife Michelle of Urbandale, Angela Klaver and Husband Jadon of Des Moines, Brian Tadlock and wife Stephanie of Ft. Dodge, Cal Trimpe and wife Jessica of Williamsburg, and Cam Trimpe of Las Vegas, NV; five great grandchildren Kate and Sara Hershberger, Ethan, Will and Adam Trimpe; a sister Nona Snyder of Hesston, Kansas.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, four brothers Earl Jantz, Melvin Jantz, Wayne Jantz, and Paul Jantz; two sisters Nina Jantz, and Ruth Orpin.

Funeral Service was September 1, 2012 at Powell Funeral Home, Wellman, IA with Burial in Wellman Mennonite Cemetery.

Source: Powell family of Funerals, Iowa
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Hershberger, Norma Jean Sommers, 86, of Walnut Creek, Holmes Co., OH died May 15, 2012 at the same place. She was born February 15, 1926 at Trail, Holmes Co., OH to Elmer and Ora Sommers. On December 16, 1944 she was married to Howard Hershberger, who died June 4, 2005.

Surviving are daughters: Cheryl (Verton) Yoder, Marsha (Keith) Snyder, and Bonnie (Jim) Mellor, daughter-in-law: Victoria Hershberger, 8 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren.

A son, Ronald Hershberger, a brother, Harold, and two sisters, Anna Belle and Shirley preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held May 18, 2012 at Walnut Creek Mennonite Church, Walnut Creek, OH with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Gloria Mishler, Walnut Creek, OH
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Hershberger, William P. "Bill" 38, Barnesville, OH died March 31, 2012, in Colorado Springs, CO. He was born June 1, 1973 in Wayne County, OH to Peter J. and Lena E. Hershberger of Wayne County.

Surviving are his wife, Mary J. (Weaver) Hershberger; children, Ella (11), Lena (10), Jacob (9), Samuel (7), Daniel (5) and William Jr. (4); brothers, Dan, Eli, John, Sam, Joe and Peter; sisters, Lizzie Swartzentruber, Saloma Gingerich, Annie Miller and Delilah Miller; and numerous nieces and nephews.

William was preceded in death by a brother, Manasses P. Hershberger; and a niece, Mary D. Hershberger.

Services will be April 5, 2012 at Antrim Mennonite Church. Burial will be in Antrim Mennonite Cemetery in Antrim, Guernsey Co., OH.

Source: The Daily-Record April 10, 2012 Wooster, OH.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Hershey, Dorothy M. Mellinger, 91, formerly of Lancaster, died July 21, 2012 at Landis Homes Lititz, PA. Born in East Lampeter Twp., Lancaster Co, PA to Jesse and Mary (Diffenbach) Mellinger. She was the wife of Rev. Clair J. Hershey, who died in 2008.

She was a member of Hershey Mennonite Church.

Survived by a son, Allen married to Cindy Hershey of Lancaster, two daughters, Carol Miller of Lancaster, Rosemary Miller of Modena, 11 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, two brothers, Mervin married to Dorothy Mellinger and Jesse married to Shirley Mellinger, five sisters, Rebecca married to Rev. J. Clair Shenk, Lorraine married to Paul Sensenig, Elaine Mellinger, Miriam married to Maxwell Bremmer and Barbara married to Andrew Carpenter.

Dorothy was preceded in death by a son, J. Donald Hershey and two brothers, Walter and Paul Mellinger.

The funeral service was Jul 26, 2012 at Hershey Mennonite Church, Kinzers, PA. with Pastor Ezra Tice and Chaplain James Leaman officiating. Interment in the adjoining cemetery.

Source: Bauchman Funeral Home Strasburg, PA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Hershey, Edna M. Becher, 101, of The Mennonite Home, formerly of Lancaster, PA died June 18, 2012. She was the daughter of J. Garfield and Lydia A. Newswanger Becher and was the wife of the late Melvin W. Hershey. A member of E. Chestnut St. Mennonite Church, she worked as a cook at Lancaster Mennonite High School and Little People Day

Surviving are: two children, Donald husband of Miriam Miller Hershey, Conestoga, Ivan R. Horst, Seattle, WA; nine grandchildren; 14 greatgrandchildren. Preceded by: one brother, Clarence Becher; one sister, Nora High.

Funeral service was June 22, 2012 at Furman Home for Funerals, Leola, PA. Interment: Stumptown Mennonite Cemetery Bird in Hand, PA.

Source Furman's - Leola, PA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Hershey, Ethel E., 90, formerly of Leola, died August 14, 2012 at Garden Spot Village New Holland, PA. Born in Leacock Township, Lancaster Co., PA to Ira and Elizabeth (Steffy) Hershey. Ethel was a charter member of Meadville Mennonite Church, where she taught Sunday school for many years.

Ethel is survived by nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by a sister, Luella Nolt and a foster brother, Phares Leed.

The funeral service was August 18, 2012 at the Hershey Mennonite Church, with Pastor John Meck and Pastor Micah Zimmerman officiating. Interment in Hershey Mennonite Cemetery Kinzers, PA.

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


Hershey, John O., 92, of Lancaster, passed away on Saturday, December 15, 2012 at Landis Homes. Born in Leacock Township, he was the son of the late Rev. Martin R. and Sue Eby Hershey. He was the husband of the late Dorothy Mae Neff Hershey who died in 2004.

Mr. Hershey farmed for 16 years, was a seed salesman for P. L. Rohrer for nine years, then became a self-employed seed dealer for 27 years. He was involved in the mission of Hershey's Mennonite Church in establishing the Derry Mennonite Church where he served as Deacon.

He is survived by a daughter, Lorraine Graybill of Lancaster; grandchildren, Dean Graybill, Daryl Graybill, both of Lancaster, Dawn Morder of Newport; five great-grandchildren; sister, Miriam Hershey and brother, J. Eby Hershey, both of Lititz.

The funeral will be held on Wednesday, December 19, 2012 at 10:30 AM at West Bethany Chapel at Landis Homes, 1001 Oregon Road, Lititz. Friends may call Tuesday, December 18, 2012 from 6-8:00 PM and Wednesday from 9:30-10:30 AM at West Bethany Chapel. Furman Home for Funerals, Leola.

Intelligencer Journal - 12/17/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Hershey, Marvin E., 90, of New Holland, PA formerly of Spring Garden, died March 7, 2012 at his home. Born in Salisbury Twp., Lancaster Co., PA to H. Rine and Grace D. (Hershey) Hershey. He was married 21 years on Dec. 19 to Ruth (Clark) Hershey. His first wife, Mary (Metzler) Hershey, died in 1989.

A member of the Kinzers Mennonite Church and enjoyed playing the bass fiddle with "Just Friends" for 18 years.

Survivied by his wife Ruth and daughter, Marie, married to David Stoltzfus, of Edgewood, TX; two sons, Lewis, married to Vera (Denlinger) Hershey of Wasilla, AK, and Nelson, married to Suzanne (Artz) Hershey of Strasburg, PA; 13 grandchildren; 29 great grandchildren; a daughter-in-law, Kathy (Moll) Hershey of Spring Garden, PA; and five sisters, Nora, married to John Lefever of Lititz, PA; Marian Hanna of Lancaster, PA; Thelma White of New Holland, PA; Ruth, married to Robert Clark of Quarryville, PA and Evelyn, married to John Harnish, of Lancaster, PA.

Preceding him in death is a son, Norman L. Hershey.

Funeral services were March 10, 2012 at the Hershey Mennonite Church with the Bishop Richard L. Buckwalter officiating. Interment was in Hershey Mennonite Cemetery Kinzers, PA.

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

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Hershey, Marvin E., 90, of 9 Chestnut Dr., New Holland, formerly of Spring Garden, died Wednesday, March 7, 2012 at his home. Born in Salisbury Twp., he was the son of the late H. Rine and Grace D. (Hershey) Hershey. He was married 21 years on Dec. 19 to Ruth (Clark) Hershey. His first wife, Mary (Metzler) Hershey, died in 1989.

Marvin graduated from Salisbury High School in 1938 and for a time served as Secretary of the Pequea Valley School Authority. He farmed the Dog Pump Farm near Spring Garden for many years with his father and later with his son, Norman. After retiring from the farm, he worked 14 years as warehouse manager for J.B. Zimmerman's in New Holland.

Marvin was a member of the Kinzers Mennonite Church and enjoyed playing the bass fiddle with "Just Friends" for 18 years. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and going to his cabin in the ­mountains.

Surviving in addition to his wife is a daughter, Marie, married to David Stoltzfus, of Edgewood, TX; two sons, Lewis, married to Vera (Denlinger) Hershey of Wasilla, AK, and Nelson, married to Suzanne (Artz) Hershey of Strasburg; 13 grandchildren; 29 great grandchildren; a
daughter-in-law, Kathy (Moll) Hershey of Spring Garden; and five sisters, Nora, married to John Lefever of Lititz, Marian Hanna of Lancaster, Thelma White of New Holland, Ruth, married to Robert Clark of Quarryville, and Evelyn, married to John Harnish of Lancaster.

Preceding him in death is a son, Norman L. Hershey.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 10, at 2 p.m. at the Hershey ­Mennonite Church, 401 Hershey Church Road, Kinzers with the Bishop Richard L. Buckwalter officiating.

Interment will be in the adjoining Cemetery. Viewing will be held on Saturday from 1-2 p.m. at
the church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Garden Spot Village Benevolent Fund, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland, PA 17557. To send the family online condolences, visit us at www.groffeckenroth.com. Arrangements by Groff-High Funer
al Home, New Holland.

Intelligencer Journal - 3/8/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Hershey, Wilbur K., 77, of Bethel, died Friday, April 27, 2012 at his residence.

He was the husband of Arlene (Nolt) Hershey to whom he was married 54 years on November 2.

Born in Lancaster, PA on June 28, 1934, he was the son of the late Frank and Kathryn (Kreider) Hershey.

He was a self-employed dairy farmer in Bethel for over 50 years. A member of Little Swatara Church of the Brethren, Bethel, he was a former member of the Tulpehocken Young Farmers, the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau and enjoyed boating and snowmobiling.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by daughters, Renee Hershey of Bethel, Julie wife of Stanley Risser of Lebanon; sons, Richard husband of Bonnie Hershey of Fredericksburg, W. Ray husband of Jenifer Hershey of Bethel; sisters, Jeanette Martin of New Holland, Jane wife of Leslie Mininger of Lancaster, Irene Hershey of Lancaster, brothers, Glenn husband of Audrey Hershey of Lancaster, Marvin Hershey of Lancaster; grandchildren, Derrick Hershey, Trisha Oxenreider, Craig Hershey, Curtis Hershey, Evan Hershey, Daniel Risser, David Risser, Sarah Risser, and James Risser; great-grandchildren, Collin and Jordan Hershey and Avery Oxenreider.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, May 2, 2012 at 11 a.m. from Little Swatara Church of the Brethren, 31 Rehrersburg Rd., Bethel. A viewing will be held Tuesday, May 1, 2012 from 6-8 p.m. at Grose Funeral Home, 358 W. Washington Ave., Myerstown, and Wednesday at 10 a.m. at the church. Interment will be at the adjoining church -cemetery.

Intelligencer Journal - 5/1/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Hess, Mary Harnish, 95, died October 1, 2012. She was born on February 13, 1917 to Jacob T. and Ella Weaver Harnish, of Willow Street, Lancaster Co., PA.

Mary, one of twelve siblings, she honored her Lord and Savior faithfully throughout her lifetime in service to her family and many others here and in foreign lands. She graduated from West Lampeter High School, and from LGH School of Nursing in 1947. She worked as a nurse here and also in East Africa under the Eastern Mennonite Missions. She distinguished herself as a creator of special prosthetics for leprosy patients at Shirati Hospital, Tanzania. Mary retired to Landis Homes and married Mahlon M. Hess in 1989. They were married for 23 years.

Mary is survived by her husband, Mahlon; his children: Alice Shirk (Maynard), Henry (Laura), Carl (Nancy), Dale (Ursula), and Glen (Sylvia); 17 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Two siblings, Elizabeth Harnish Graybill (wife of John) and Henry Harnish, still survive her, along with many Harnish nieces and nephews and their families.

A viewing will be held at Landis Homes, East Bethany Chapel, 1001 East Oregon Rd., Lititz, on Friday, October 5th, from 6-8 PM. Her funeral service was October 6, 2012 at the West Bethany Chapel of Landis Homes Lititz, PA.

Source: Furman Funeral Home Leola, PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Hess, Robert Buckwalter, (Dr.), 89, of Terre Hill, PA died July 14, 2012, at Hospice of Lancaster County. He was born on January 19, 1923, in Upper Leacock Twp. Lancaster Co., PA to David Lehman Hess and Amelia Buckwalter Hess and was the husband of Martha Hoffer Hess, with whom he shared 65 years of marriage.

Dr. Hess was a graduate of Donegal H.S., Goshen College and Temple University School of Medicine. He and Martha served with Mennonite Central Committee from 1947-1949 in the China Relief Medical Unit before opening a private practice of general medicine in Terre Hill, PA on January 1, 1950. Dr. Hess was on the staff of Ephrata Community Hospital and served the community as possibly the last country doctor, providing house calls and home deliveries until retiring in 2007, at the age of 84. He delivered more than 14,000 babies in his 57-year career. He was an active member of Akron Mennonite Church, Akron, PA.

In addition to his wife, Dr. Hess is survived by his children: Susan A. Hurst, wife of the late Robert L. Hurst of New Holland, Martha L. Kelley, wife of Mark Kelley, of Orono, Maine, Robert B. Hess, Jr. husband of Claudia (Irons) of Denver, Thomas I. Hess of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, Rebecca F. Good, wife of Dean Good, of Terre Hill and Philip D. Hess, husband of Terri (Schnader) Hess of Ephrata, 14 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren and his siblings: Martha Jane Bomberger, wife of the late Roy Bomberger, Lititz, Rachael Landis, wife of Mervin Landis, Lancaster, Joseph Hess, husband of Lois (Wert) Hess, Mount Joy, Andrew Hess, husband of Dorothy (Metzler) Hess, Mount Joy and Owen Richard Hess, husband of E. Joy (Yoder) Hess, Goshen, Indiana.

He was preceded in death by siblings: David L. Hess, husband of the late Kathryn Nissley, Benjamin Hess, husband of Sarah Hess Sauder and Jean Yunginger, wife of the late Richard Yunginger.

Funeral service was Jul 20, 2012 at Akron Mennonite Church officiated by Pastors Jim S. Amstutz and Michelle Dula. Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata, PA.

Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


High, Aaron N.

Aaron N. High, 89, of 333 Wheat Ridge Drive, Ephrata, formerly of White Oak Road, New Holland, died Saturday, May 19, 2012 at Fairmount Homes.
Born in West Earl Twp. he was the son of the late Elmer and Mary (Nolt) High. His wife, Anna M. (Horst) High, died Nov. 11, 2006.

Aaron was a farmer and operated his own machine shop. He was a member of Weaverland Mennonite Church of the Weaverland Conference and volunteered with his wife at Christian Aid Ministries from about 1994 to 2004.

Surviving is a son, James, married to Grace (Martin) High of Leola; seven daughters, Edna Mae, married to Norman High, Jr. of New Holland, Grace, married to Curvin Martin of Ephrata, Naomi, married to Raymond K. Burkholder of Thailand, Lorraine, married to Clair L. Hurst of Kirkwood, Sarah, married to James K. Nolt of Ephrata, Margaret, married to Jacob Wise of Womelsdorf, and Erma Ruth, married to Lynford Rutt of Newmanstown; 50 grandchildren; 101 great grandchildren; a brother, Ivan High of Pine Grove; and six sisters, Mary Hoover of Reinholds, Lydia Sensenig of Terre Hill, Ada Long of Ephrata, Esther, married to Irwin Nolt of Ephrata, Vera Zimmerman of New Holland, and Laura Martin of Ephrata; and two sisters-in-law, Mary High of Ephrata, and Nora High of Honey Grove.

Preceding him in death are four brothers, Melvin, Edwin, Elmer and John High; and a sister, Emma Reiff.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, May 25 at 9 a.m. at Fairmount Homes Farm Crest Chapel, 1100 Farm Crest Drive, Ephrata, with further services at 9:30 a.m. at Weaverland Mennonite Church with the Bishop Amos G. Martin officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing will be held at Fairmount Homes Farm Crest Chapel on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland.

Intelligencer Journal
May 21, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Hilty, Arthur L., 85, of Bluffton, Ohio died July 26, 2012, at Mennonite Memorial Home, Bluffton. He was born May 31, 1927, to Melvin and Helen Basinger Hilty. On Oct. 26, 1947 he married Jo Ann Basinger in Bluffton. He was a member of the Ebenezer Mennonite Church, Bluffton.

Survived by his wife and two sons, Robert Hilty and Michael (Debra) Hilty and a daughter, Jayne (Marty) Benroth all of Bluffton, 11 grandchildren, Brian Hilty, Rachael (Aaron) Antrim, Monica (Kyle) Tarplee, Jeremy (Lindsey) Hilty, Keri Hilty, Kevin (Melissa) Hilty, Kim (Jason) Fritsch, Cory Hilty, Gabriel Benroth, Andrea (Clint) Dailey, Lindsay (Gary) Clevidence and 15 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister Aline Evans.

Funeral service was July30, 2012 at Ebenezer Mennonite Church, Bluffton. Rev. Dick Potter and Rev. Charles Warren will officiate. Burial will be in Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, Pandora, Ohio

Chiles-Laman Funeral and Cremation Services, Bluffton.
Submitted and Edited by Leon Hertzler


Hjelmstad, Kenneth Lowell, 59, of Golden, Colorado died May 16, 2012 at Denver, Denver Co., Colorado after suffering a stroke.

He was born July 11, 1952 at Denver, Colorado to Harold and Doris (Shenk) Hjelmstad. Harold was born October 22, 1917 and died January 31, 1999. Doris was born January 20, 1922 and survives.

He was married to Linda Cuba in 1978.

Surviving are a stepdaughter, Carmen Cuba (husband John Brown); and two grandchildren.

A stepdaughter: Natasha Cuba preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held May 16, 2012 at Glennon Heights Mennonite Church Lakewood, Jefferson Co., Colorado.

Submitted by: Glennon Heights Mennonite Church
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Hobbs, Ruth Kurtz, 87, of Dayton, VA died February 28, 2012 at Rockingham Memorial Hospital. She was born on September 29, 1924 in Harrisonburg, Virginia to John and Elizabeth Lehman Kurtz. On August 27, 1958, she married Cletus L. Hobbs who preceded her in death on October 30, 2000.

Surviving are six children: Kurt Hobbs and wife Janice of Virginia Beach; Milton Hobbs and wife Karen of Hephzibah, Georgia; Kristin Good and husband Kelvin of Scottsburg, Virginia; Anita Lee and husband Jonathan of Grottoes; Rhonda Strite and husband Kent of Hephzibah, Georgia; Jeffrey Hobbs and wife Phyllis of Mt. Crawford; three sisters, Rosa Mae Mullet and husband Keith of Pantego, North Carolina; Betty Deputy and husband Dr. Byard S. Deputy, and Edith Himes all of Harrisonburg; a brother in law, Paul Landis of Doniphan, Missouri; a sister in law, Nancy Hobbs of Washburn, Illinois and twenty six grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Landis and a grandchild, Christine Hobbs.

A graveside service was held at Pike Mennonite Cemetery on March 3, 2012 at 9:30 AM. A memorial service followed at Pike Mennonite Church at 10:30 AM, conducted by Nelson Showalter, Ellis Beery and Leon Yoder.

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

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Hobbs, Ruth Kurtz, 87, a resident of Dayton, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2012, at Rockingham Memorial Hospital.

Mrs. Hobbs was born Sept. 29, 1924, in Harrisonburg, Va., and was a daughter of the late John and Elizabeth Lehman Kurtz.

She was a graduate of Eastern Mennonite School. She taught school in Kentucky, Pennsylvania, and in Virginia at Dale Enterprise, Timberville, Beldor and Berea Christian School. At the time of her death, she was employed as a writer for Christian Light Publications Inc.

On Aug. 27, 1958, she married Cletus L. Hobbs, who preceded her in death on Oct. 30, 2000.

Surviving are six children, Kurt Hobbs and wife, Janice, of Virginia Beach, Milton Hobbs and wife, Karen, of Hephzibah, Ga., Kristin Good and husband, Kelvin, of Scottsburg, Va., Anita Lee and husband, Jonathan, of Grottoes, Rhonda Strite and husband, Kent, of Hephzibah, Ga., Jeffrey Hobbs and wife, Phyllis, of Mount Crawford; three sisters, Rosa Mae Mullet and husband, Keith, of Pantego, N.C., Betty Deputy and husband, Dr. Byard S. Deputy, and Edith Himes, all of Harrisonburg; a brother-in-law, Paul Landis of Doniphan, Mo.; a sister-in-law, Nancy Hobbs of Washburn, Ill.; and 26 grandchildren.

Mrs. Hobbs was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Landis, and a grandchild, Christine Hobbs.

A graveside service will be held at Pike Mennonite Cemetery Saturday, March 3, 2012, at 9:30 a.m. A memorial service will follow at Pike Mennonite Church at 10:30 a.m. conducted by Nelson Showalter, Ellis Beery and Leon Yoder.

The family will receive friends at Pike Mennonite Church Friday from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Christian Light Publications Inc.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.mcmullenfh.com.

McMullen Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Daily News Record - 2/29/2012
Harrisonburg, VA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Hochstedler, Henry, 86, died January 5, 2012 in Kalona, IA. Henry was born Jan. 30, 1925, in Kalona, IA to Emmett and Annie (Yoder) Hochstedler. He spent most of his life in the Kalona area except for the years he gave to Civilian Public Service in Hills City, S. D., during WWII, promoting peace in a time of war.

On Oct. 5, 1947, he married Beulah Hostetler in Hartville, Ohio. "The pleasure of having is in sharing," describes his heart. He faithfully prayed for his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Henry is survived by children: Vivian (Mark) Baumhover, of Hills, IA; Leonard (Twila), of Kalona, IA; Merle (Mary), of Turkey, Bill (Susan), of Canada, Dennis, of Kalona, IA; 12 grandchildren, and 17 great grandchildren; 3 brothers-Paul of Kalona, IA; Eldon of Cleveland, Ohio; and Calvin of Kalona, IA.

He was preceded in death by his wife Beulah, on June 1, 2011, his parents, a son Myron, in 1967, and 2 sisters - Elva, and Ellen Hochstedler.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday January 9, 2012, at the Sunnyside Mennonite Church in Kalona. Pastors John King, Floyd Helmuth and Floyd Yutzy will officiate. Burial will be in the Fairview Cemetery in rural Kalona, IA.

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


Hochstedler, Leon D.

Jan. 1, 1934 - May 22, 2012

NAPPANEE - Leon D. Hochstedler, 78, of Nappanee, died unexpectedly at 9:15 a.m. Tuesday, May 22, 2012, at Elkhart General Hospital.

He was born Jan. 1, 1934, to Emanuel and Mattie (Schlabach) Hochstedler in Hartville, Ohio. He spent his childhood in the Kokomo area, but lived most of his life in Nappanee.

He was a retired farmer and had worked at Mike's Fencing for 20 years and for Herb Maust at the Wakarusa Farm Center for 30 years. Leon enjoyed all sports, especially basketball and baseball.

He married Judy M. Slabaugh in February 1958 at North Main Street Mennonite Church in Nappanee. She survives. He and Judy lived in Bahia Vista Estates in Sarasota, Fla., each winter, where he enjoyed playing shuffleboard.

Surviving along with his wife are daughters Marla (Brian) Yoder of Nappanee, Brenda (Mike) Yutzy of Colorado Springs, Colo., Jeannie (Lyle) Gascho of Pigeon, Mich., and Amy (Steve) Troyer of Wakarusa; 20 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; sisters, Leona Yoder of Goshen, Alta (James) Stalter of Eureka, Ill., Grace (Clarence) Graber of Elkhart and Elsie (Merlin) Hochstetler of Elkhart; and brothers John (Shirleen) Hochstedler of Goshen, Louis (Marilyn) Hochstedler of Nappanee, Glen (Ruby) Hochstedler of Wakarusa, Verl (Shirley) Hochstedler of Kokomo and Wayne (Kathy) Hochstedler of Harrisonburg, Va.

Leon was preceded in death by his parents; granddaughter Hannah Troyer; great-grandson Benjamin Yutzy; brother-in-law Clarence Yoder; and two infant brothers.

Friends and family may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 24, 2012, at Nappanee Missionary Chapel and one hour prior to services at 10 a.m. Friday, May 25, 2012, at Nappanee Missionary Church Sanctuary. Pastor Marvin Engbrecht will officiate. Burial will follow in Union Center Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Global Disciples, 315 W James St., Suite 202, Lancaster, PA 17603. Online condolences may be shared at www.tlyfh.com.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
May 23, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Hochstetler, Fannie Whetstone

April 22, 1922 - Feb. 10, 2012

ETNA GREEN - Fannie Whetstone Hochstetler, 89, of 8283 N. 600 W., Etna Green, died at 4:15 a.m. Friday at her residence.

She was born April 22, 1922, in Middlebury to John and Susie Hochstetler Whetstone. She married Cletus Hochstetler on March 7, 1946. He preceded in death on Nov. 10, 1993.

She is survived by sons Marvin and William, both of Nappanee, Jacob of Middlebury, John and Levi, both of Etna Green, and Jerry of Elkhart; daughters Emma Short of Nappanee and Mary Hochstetler of Goshen; 16 grandchildren; 46 great-grandchildren; a sister, Millie Whetstone of Middlebury; and brothers Joe Whetstone of Michigan, Don Whetstone of Elkhart, and John Henry Whetstone Jr. and David Whetstone, both of Middlebury.

Family and Friends may call after 1 p.m. Saturday and all day Sunday at the family residence. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 13, at the Bennie Mullet residence, 5053 W 900 N,, Milford. The Home Ministry of the Old Order Amish Church will officiate. Burial will be in Graber Cemetery. Arrangements are with Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Feb. 11, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Hochstetler, Katie J. Eash

june 22, 1918 - Feb. 10, 2012

TOPEKA - Katie J. Hochstetler, 93, of Topeka, died at 8:40 p.m. Friday, Feb. 10, 2012, at the home of her son, Ivan Hochstetler, in Topeka.

She was born June 22, 1918, in LaGrange County to John and Ida (Beachy) Eash. On Feb. 13, 1941, she married Daniel A. Hochstetler. He died March 31, 2011.

Surviving are four daughters, Ida Anna (Amos J.) Miller of Topeka, Mary Ellen (Ezra) Yoder and Barbara Troyer, both of Shipshewana, and Lena (Paul) Helmuth of Carthage, Mo.; two sons, Ivan (Polly Anna) Hochstetler and Albert (Esther) Hochstetler, both of Topeka; 25 grandchildren; 133 great-grandchildren; 15 great-great-grandchildren; five stepgrandchildren; and 16 stepgreat-grandchildren.

Visitation will be all day Sunday at the Albert Hochstetler residence, 4900 W. 400 S., Topeka. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday at the same residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop Elva Lambright and the home ministers.

Burial will be in Miller Cemetery, LaGrange.

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

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Feb. 12, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Hochstetler, Samuel J.

Feb. 15, 1927 - March 25, 2012

NAPPANEE - Samuel J. Hochstetler, 85, of 71339 C.R. 9, Nappanee, died at 4:45 a.m. Sunday, March 25, 2012, at Elkhart General Hospital after a short illness.

He was born Feb. 15, 1927, in Nappanee to Joseph and Mary Yoder Hochstetler. Mr. Hochstetler had worked at Slabaugh Tiling and Hochstetler Grain. He was a member of Living Gospel Church.

Surviving are sisters Anna Mast of Nappanee and Amanda Yoder of Sarasota, Fla.; a brother, Levi Hochstetler of Nappanee; 17 nephews; and 19 nieces; also many great-nieces and -nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Elizabeth Yoder, Sarah Mast and Edna Hochstetler; and brothers, Eli and Harvey Hochstetler.

Family and friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, and for one hour prior to funeral services which will be at 10 a.m. Friday, March 30, 2012, at Living Gospel Church. The Rev. Mike Raasch and the Rev. David Soliday will officiate. Burial will be in Maple Lawn Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be given to Gideons International or Living Gospel Missions.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
March 27, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Hochstetler, Ura M.

Feb. 21, 1942 - Feb. 27, 2012

NAPPANEE - Ura M. Hochstetler, 70, of 7716 W. 1100 N., Nappanee, died at 10:35 a.m. Monday, Feb. 27, 2012, at Elkhart General Hospital Emergency Room.

He was born Feb. 21, 1942, to Manasses and Amelia Borkholder Hochstetler in Bremen. On May 10, 1962, he married Miriam Miller in Nappanee.

He is survived by his wife, Miriam; daughters, Ruth Yoder of Marion, Mich., Rachel Helmuth of Nappanee; sons, Loren, Lavern, Ura Lee and Leander, all of Nappanee, and David of Goshen; 37 grandchildren; sisters Anna Gingerich of Jamesport, Mo., Clara Hochstetler of Goshen, and Judith Kauffman of Middlebury; and brothers Ezra of Goshen, John Henry of Middlebury, and Wilbur of Charlotte, Mich..

Family and friends may call after 10 a.m. today and all day Thursday at the Leander Hochstetler residence, 7714 W. 1100 N. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m., Friday, March 2, 2012, at the Richard Yoder residence, 8232 W. 1050 N. The Home Ministry of the Old Order Amish Church will officiate and burial will be in Graber Cemetery. Arrangements are with Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Feb. 29, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Hochstetler, Yost M.

Oct. 29, 1923 - Feb. 14, 2012

MIDDLEBURY - Yost M. Hochstetler, 88, of Middlebury, died at 3:20 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2012, at his home.

He was born Oct. 29, 1923, in Sumner County, Kan., to Yost A. and Mattie (Miller) Hochstetler. On Oct. 28, 1947, in Independence, Iowa, he married Gertie Garver. She died Nov. 8, 2011.

Children Susie (Andy) Gingerich of New Paris, Lydia Hanson of Carpentersville, Ill., Esther (Melvin) Yoder of Hillpoint, Wis., Martha (Delbert) Beechy of Middlebury, Harvey (Lydia) Hochstetler of Colon, Mich., and Andrew (Sonia) Hochstetler of Sherrard, Ill.; sons-in-law Menno Borntrager and John Hershberger; 30 grandchildren; 49 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild survive.

His wife; parents; daughters Emma and Mary; six brother; and four sisters preceded him in death.

Visitation will be after 2 p.m. today and after 10 a.m. Thursday at the Dave Schmucker residence, 58775 C.R. 37, Middlebury, where services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday with Bishop Keith Helmuth and the home ministers officiating. Burial will be in Miller Cemetery, Goshen. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Feb. 15, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Hockman, Samuel Harold, 94, of Perkasie, PA died September 4, 2012 at Logan Center in Logan, WV. Harold was born in Quakertown, PA to Samuel L. & Ellen M. (Stover) Hockman. He was the loving husband of the late Gertrude L. Hockman for 62 years. He was a member of Blooming Glen Mennonite Church.

Survived by his son, Timothy Hockman & wife, Sheila of Hazle Twp., PA; his sister, Joanne Walsh & husband, Robert of Simpsonville, SC; his grandson, Timothy James Hockman of Hazle Twp., PA and his granddaughter, Jillian Ashlyn Hockman of Green Bay, WI.

He was preceded in death by his wife and parents, his brother, William Hockman.

Funeral service was September 10, 2012 at Blooming Glen Mennonite Church, 713 Blooming Glen Road, Blooming Glen, PA. Burial was in the adjoining church cemetery.

Source: Anders-Detweiler Funeral
Home & Crematory, Souderton, PA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

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Hockman, Samuel Harold, 94, of Perkasie, PA died September 4, 2012 at Logan, WV. He was born May 19, 1918 at Quakertown, PA to Samuel L. and Ellen M. (Stover) Hockman. On June 28, 1941 he was married to Gertrude L. Hockman, who is deceased.

Surviving are a son, Timothy Hockman (wife Sheila), two grandchildren, and a sister, Joanne Walsh (husband Robert).

Memorial services were held September 10, 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


Hofer, Anna W. Gross, 96, of Freeman, SD died June 21, 2012 at Bridgewater, SD.

She was born June 22, 1915 at Marion, Turner Co., SD to William P. and Katy (Pullman) Gross. William was born July 13, 1884 and died February 15, 1971. Katy was born September 13, 1889 and died April 28, 1976.

On October 19, 1941 at Bridgewater, SD she was married to Jake M. Hofer, who was born July 2, 1921 and died August 11, 2008.

Surviving are a daughter, Ilene (Jerry) Schartner, and four sisters, Katy Glanzer, Marcella (Aaron Glanzer), Rosella (Melvin) Glanzer, and Jessie Gross.

A daughter, Irene Hofer and a sister, Mary (Mike) Glanzer preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held June 25, 2012 at Hutterthal Mennonite Church Freeman, Hutchinson Co., SD with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Edie Tschetter, Freeman, SD
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Hoffer, Lloyd Ludwig, 92, of Aberdeen, Bingham Co., Idaho died April 16, 2012 at Pocatello, Bannock Co., Idaho. He was born June 9, 1919 at Pleasant Valley, Idaho to Ludwig Loui and Marie (Longhenrich) Hoffer. On November 18, 1939 at Aberdeen, Idaho he was married to Helen Evelyn Jones, who is deceased.

Surviving are children, Lloyd Paul (Marilyn), Terrence (Carolyn), Dallas (Sandra), Marsha (Merle Friesen), Sandra Loy (Russ Knapp), Randall (Galena), and Brent (Laura), 24 grandchildren, 68 great-grandchildren, and a brother, Jake Hoffer.

Two grandchildren preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held April 21, 2012 at First Mennonite Church, Aberdeen, Idaho with burial in Aberdeen Cemetery, Idaho.

Submitted by: Anne Hege, Aberdeen, ID
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Hofstetter, Anna Marie Nussbaum, 86, of Kidron, OH July 8, 2012 at Aultman Orrville Hospital following a period of declining health. She was born near Kidron on December 12, 1925 to Dan I. and Edna H. (Amstutz) Nussbaum and married Roy Hofstetter on September 27, 1970. He died June 18, 1992. She was a member of the Kidron Mennonite Church.

She is survived by a step-daughter, Myrna (Russell) Neiswander of Sugarcreek; 5 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren; sisters, Ella Horst of Kidron and Lydia Geiser of Upper Sandusky; a brother, John Nussbaum of Dalton.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a sister, Pauline Miller; brothers, Wilson, Lester, Lee and Aaron Nussbaum; and a stillborn brother.

Funeral service was July 13, 2012 at the Kidron Mennonite Church with Pastor Carl Wiebe officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.

Source: Spidell Funeral Home Brewster & Mt Eaton, OH.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Hollinger, Mary Z. Musser, 83, of Lititz, PA died October 19, 2012 at Landis Homes Retirement Community. She was born on March 7, 1929. She was the daughter of David Musser and Lena Zimmerman Musser. She was the wife of the Warren Hollinger. She was a member of Indiantown Mennonite Church and then at Dove Westgate Church. Mary and Warren served as House Parents in Alva Scotland through Dove Westgate Church where she met her dear friend of many years Nan Nyguist, and later at Turning Point, Lititz.

Mary is survived by her children, Mary Ann, wife of Nelson Bowman, Ephrata; David Hollinger, husband of Deborah Replogle Hollinger, Denver; Marian Rutt, wife of Philip Rutt, Akron; Danny Hollinger, husband of Dawn Martin, currently of Abu Dhabi, UAE; Julia Hollinger Wray, wife of John Keating, Annandale, VA; Joyce Haller, wife of Richard Haller, Leola; and Jerry Hollinger of Bethesda, MD; brother, Paul Z. Musser, 21 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband Warren Hollinger

Memorial Services was October 23, 2014 at Dove Westgate Church, Ephrata, PA with Pastor Deryl Hurst officiating. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family.

Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata, PA
Submitted and Edited by Leon Hertzler


Holst, Glada Kathleen Troyer, 89, of Shipshewana, IN died November 4, 2012 at Goshen, IN from natural causes. She was born July 27, 1923 at LaGrange, IN to James and Nora (Yoder) Troyer. On February 7, 1986 at Shipshewana, IN she was married to Jack Holst, who died May 18, 1991.

Surviving is a sister, Goldie Lambright.

Her siblings: Samuel Troyer, Dorothy Kropf, and Glenola Troyer preceded her in death.

She retired from Shipshewana Post Office after 35 years of service and was a volunteer for the American Red Cross for 15 years.

Memorial services were held November 6, 2012 at Shore Mennonite Church, Shipshewana, IN with burial in Shore Cemetery, Shipshewana, IN.

Submitted by: Kim Mishler, Shipshewana In
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Holst, Glada Kathleen

July 27, 1923 - Nov. 4, 2012

GOSHEN - Glada Kathleen Holst, 89, of Goshen, died at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 4, 2012, at Greencroft Health Care, Goshen, surrounded by her family.

She was born July 27, 1923, in LaGrange County to James and Nora (Yoder) Troyer. On Feb. 7, 1986, in LaGrange County she married Jack Holst in Shipshewana; he died May 18, 1991.

Surviving are a sister, Goldie Lambright of Shipshewana; 11 nieces and nephews; several great-nieces and great-nephews; and many friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brother Samuel Troyer and two sisters, Dorothy Kropf and Glenola Troyer.

She was a member of Shore Mennonite Church and retired from the Shipshewana post office after 35 years of service.

Glada volunteered with American Red Cross in LaGrange County for 15 years.

Visitation will be from 1 to 3 p.m. today, Nov. 6, 2012, followed by a 3 p.m. funeral service, all at Shore Mennonite Church, 7235 W 100 N, Shipshewana. Services will be conducted by Carl Horner. Burial will be in Shore Cemetery, Shipshewana.

Memorials may be given to church or the Greencroft Foundation.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Nov. 6, 2012
Sobmitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Honderich, Glen E.

May 11, 1917 - Sept. 3, 2012

GOSHEN - Glen E. Honderich, 95, of Goshen, died early Monday morning, Sept. 3, 2012, at Maples at Waterford Crossing.

He was born May 11, 1917, in Goshen to Daniel and Ida (Zook) Honderich.

He married Lara M. Strauss on Oct. 13, 1940, in Nappanee. She died Dec. 4, 2011.

He is survived by two daughters, Gretchen (Clarence) Yoder of Goshen and Ann (Mark) Beyers of Fithian, Ill.; two sons, Nevin (Judy) Honderich and Martin (Carol) Honderich, both of Goshen; a daughter-in-law, Karen (Bill) Griffin of Goshen; eight grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Lois Honderich of Goshen.

He was preceded in death by a son, David in 1998; two sisters, Gladys Yoder and Evelyn Gardner; and a granddaughter. A lifetime resident of the area, Mr. Honderich was a farmer. He had also worked at Coachmen Industries.

He was a member of and served on the board of the Elkhart County Soil and Water Conservation District. In 1960 he was honored as Farm Family of the Year.

He was a 1935 graduate of Millersburg High School. He was a lifelong and active member of Clinton Brick Mennonite Church. He sang with the Menno Singers.

Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. today, Sept. 5, 2012, at Yoder Culp Funeral Home.

Burial services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012, at Clinton Brick Cemetery, Goshen, followed by an 11 a.m. memorial service at Clinton Brick Mennonite Church.

Memorial contributions may be made to Clinton Brick Mennonite Church or Anabaptist Mennonite Biblical Seminary.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Sept. 5, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Hooley, Miriam Elizabeth Kehr

March 3, 1923 - Aug. 5, 2012

GOSHEN - Miriam Elizabeth (Kehr) Hooley, 89, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, Aug. 5, 2012, at Greencroft Healthcare, Goshen.

Miriam was born March 3, 1923, to Jesse S. and Winnie (Singer) Kehr in Middlebury.

She graduated from Wakarusa High School in 1942.

She met her husband-to-be, Walter H. Hooley, in Wooster, Ohio where both were working at the time. They returned to Indiana together late in 1945 and were united in marriage Dec. 22, 1946, in her parents home.

Her life's work and joy was raising her seven children and spending time with her grandchildren. She also particularly enjoyed gardening, as well as her flowers.

Siblings Orville, Stanley, Helen Leichty, Carolyn and Marianna Brubaker; son-in-law Brian (Debra) Yanko; and an infant great-grandson preceded Miriam in death.

She is survived by brother Jesse Jr.; sisters Ruth Liechty and Margaret Porzelius; husband Walter; children Lois (Alan) Hall of Mabelvale, Ark., John (Cindy) and Rose (Steve) Slusser, both of Elkhart, Weldon of Elijay, Ga., Dorcas of South Bend, Stan (LeLoni) of Wasilla, Alaska, and Debra (Brian) Yanko of Versailles, Ky.; 10 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and many nephews, nieces, and other relatives.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2012, at Rieth Rohrer Ehret Funeral Home, 311 S. Main St., Goshen, and for one hour prior to the 11 a.m. service Thursday, Aug. 9, 2012, at Sunnyside Mennonite Church. Pastor Terry Zehr and pastor Melissa Fisher Fast will officiate and burial will be in Yellow Creek Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Goshen General Hospital Foundation for Hospice or Sunnyside Mennonite Church.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Aug. 7, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Hoover, Amos W., 90, of New Holland, PA, died at home December 3, 2012 after a brief illness. Born 1922 in Earl Twp., Lancaster Co., PA to Daniel and Susanna (Weaver) Hoover. His wife, Lydia N. (Hoover) Hoover, died July 17, 2004. Amos was a member of the Reidenbach Mennonite Branch Church.

Surviving are seven daughters, Alma, married to Henry Hoover of Hopkinsville, KY, Ada, married to Levi Reiff of New Holland, Emma, married to Luke Martin of Ephrata, Martha, married to David Hoover of Hopkinsville, KY, Mary, married to Paul Hoover of East Earl, Lydia, married to David Hoover of New Holland, and Linda Hoover, at home; ten sons, Isaac H., married to Mabel of New Holland, James H., married to Esther of Ephrata, Daniel H., married to Lucy of Hopkinsville, KY, Jonas H., married to Katie of New Holland, Amos H., married to Grace of East Earl, John H., married to Esther and, Paul H., married to Edith both of Stevens, Leon, married to Lena, Lloyd, married to Edna, and Lester, married to Sarah all of New Holland; 120 grandchildren; 67 great grandchildren; 8 step grandchildren; a number of step-great grandchildren; two brothers, John and Ivan Hoover both of Kentucky; three sisters, Martha Groff of Lancaster County, Alta Rhoads and Anna Hoover both of New Holland; a sister-in-law, Lizzie Hoover of Kentucky; and a brother-in-law, Rueben Zimmerman of Ephrata.

Preceding him in death are seven brothers, four sisters; six grandchildren; and a great grandson.

Funeral services were December 7, 2012 at 12:30 pm at the late home with further services at 1 pm at the Reidenbach Mennonite Church, New Holland, PA. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery.

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


Hoover, Elaine Louise Herr, 60, of Lancaster, PA died September 14, 2012 at Hospice and Community Care in Mount Joy, PA. Born in Lancaster, she was a daughter of Carl B. and the late E. Lois (Hess) Herr. She and her husband, Nelson C. Hoover, celebrated 39 years of marriage on August 19. She was a member of Neffsville Mennonite Church, Lancaster, PA.

Survived by her husband, Nelson, and two sons, Ryan L. Hoover, fiancé of Britany L. Butler of Lancaster; and Keith J. Hoover, husband of Jenelle C. (Hershey) Hoover of Lititz; two grandchildren, Levi J. and Sophia L. Hoover; her father Carl B. Herr of Lancaster; one brother, Larry E., married to Barbara (Nolt) Herr of Lowville, NY; and two sisters, Nancy J., married to Clifford Charles of Lancaster, and Susan K., married to Steven Neff of Trout Run, PA.

A memorial service was September 20, 2014 at the Neffsville Mennonite Church, Lancaster, PA. Private interment was held and at the convenience of the family.

Source: Kearney A. Snyder Funeral Home, Lancaster, PA
Submitted and Edited by Leon Hertzler


Hoover, Eli W., 93, of Reinholds, passed away on Thursday, March 8, 2012, at Ephrata Community Hospital.

Born in Ephrata, he was the son of the late Edwin Z. and Ella O. (Weaver) Hoover and was the husband of Mary N. (High) Hoover.

A farmer, he was a member of Cocalico Mennonite Church.

In addition to his wife, Eli is survived by three sons: Harold H., husband of Eva Jane (Nolt) Hoover of Rothsville; Elvin H., husband of Anna Mae (Martin) Hoover of Reinholds; and Mark E., husband of Kay (Paisley) Hoover of Landenberg; three daughters: Ellen E., wife of Marvin Z. Martin of New Holland; Mary Edna, wife of Paul W. Oberholtzer of Curtis, WI; and Lucille F., wife of Wilmer W. Martin of Pine Grove; 18 grandchildren; 8 step-grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; 54 step-great-grandchildren; and 8 step-great-great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two brothers: Edwin W. of Ephrata and Norman W. of Reinholds; and three sisters: Anna W., Emma W., and Esther W., all of Ephrata.

He was preceded in death by three brothers: Menno, Phares, and Aaron, and by his sister, Mary.

A viewing will be held on Monday, March 12, 2012, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Martindale Mennonite Reception Center, Martindale Road, Ephrata. Funeral services will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 13, 2012, at the Martindale Mennonite Reception Center, with further services at 9:30 a.m. from the Cocalico Mennonite Church, 979 White Oak Road, Reinholds, with Bishop Lester B. Martin officiating. Burial will be in the adjoining church cemetery.

Please omit flowers. Arrangements by Roseboro Stradling Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc., Denver

Intelligencer Journal - 3/12/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Hoover, Janelle W.

LEBANON - Janelle W. Hoover, infant daughter of Glen M. and Janice H. Wise Hoover of Lebanon, died Sunday, December 23, 2012, in the Hershey Medical Center. She was born December 1, 2012, in West Reading.

Surviving in addition to her parents are sisters, Ruthann W. Hoover and Emily W. Hoover both at home; maternal grandparents, Walter and Etta Wise of Womelsdorf; paternal grandparents, James and Ruth Hoover of Lebanon; maternal great-grandmother, Lydia Hoover of Lititz; paternal great-grandparents, Ira and Anna Mary Martin of East Earl; paternal great-grandmother, Margaret Hoover of Denver.

Funeral service will be held on Friday at 9:30 a.m. in the Hamlin Mennonite Church, 2284 Mt. Zion Road, Lebanon. Interment will be made in the adjoining church cemetery. Viewing on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Fairview Mennonite Reception Center, 141 Jackson Road, Lebanon. Please omit flowers. Clauser Funeral Home, Inc. is handling her arrangements.

Lebanon Daily News - 12/25/2012
Lebanon, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Hoover, Lizzie Lucile Martin

May 22, 1925 - Aug. 22, 2012

GOSHEN - Lizzie Lucile Hoover, 87, of Goshen, died at 10:05 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2012, at her home. She was born May 22, 1925, in Goshen to Monroe and Annettie (Shaum) Martin. She married Ernest R. Hoover on Jan. 25, 1948. He died in 2004.

Surviving are daughters Elaine (Henry) Martin of Goshen, Edna (David) Miller of Deford, Mich., Ethel Hoover of Goshen, Elsie (Wayne) Martin of Snover, Mich., Rita (Ronald) Martin of Nappanee and Vera (Dean) Witmer of Goshen; sons LaVerne (Virginia) Hoover of Goshen and Marlin (Berdena) Hoover of Elkhart; daughter-in-law Linda (David) Shaum of Roann; 54 grandchildren; and 70 great-grandchildren.

Visitation is from 6 to 8 p.m. today, Aug. 23, 2012, and from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 24, 2012, at Ramer Mennonite Youth Center, 24647 C.R. 44, Nappanee. Funeral services are at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 25, 2012, at Wisler Yellow Creek Mennonite Church. The Home Ministry of the church will lead the service. Burial will follow at Wisler Yellow Creek Mennonite Church Cemetery.

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

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Aug. 23, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Hoover, Vera M. Hursh, 61, of Reading, passed away on Sunday, April 22, 2012 at her residence.

She was born in Ephrata Township to the late Curvin S. and Anna (Martin) Hursh and was the wife of Elam G. Hoover.

She was a member of Walnuttown Mennonite Church, Weaverland Conference.

In addition to her husband, Vera is survived by a daughter Shereen H., wife of Leon R. Garman of Reading; 4 sons, Jolin H. Hoover of Stevens, Marcus L. Hoover of Ephrata, Keith H., husband of Malinda S. (Horst) Hoover of Mohrsville and Derrill L., husband of Marilyn L. (Musser) Hoover of Ephrata; brothers and sisters Paul H., husband of Barbara N. (Sensenig) Hursh of Lititz, Mary E., wife of the late Ervin B. Rutt of Manheim, Helen M., wife of Elvin W. Hurst of Newmanstown, Kathryn I., wife of Clarence M. Nolt of Myerstown, Curvin M., husband of Joanne (Yoder) Hursh of Horns Lake, MS, and Amos M., husband of Laura B. (Eberly) Hursh of Ephrata; and 8 grandchildren.

A viewing will be held on Thursday, April 26, 2012 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Martindale Reception Center, 905 Martindale Road, Martindale. Funeral services will be held at 8:45 a.m. on Friday from Martindale Reception Center, with further services at 9:30 a.m. from the Cocalico Mennonite Church, 979 White Oak Road, Denver, with Bishop Leon Zimmerman, officiating. Interment will be in the Cocalico Mennonite Cemetery.
Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.

Intelligencer Journal - 4/24/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Hoover, Viola Mae Kephart, 94 of Harrisonburg, VA, died February 27, 2012 in Harrisonburg, VA. She was born January 29, 1918 in Rockingham Co., VA to Thomas Kephart and Ida Knicely. Her husband, Howard William Hoover, preceded her in death on June 19, 1966.

She was a former member of the Mt. Clinton Mennonite Church and often enjoyed reading scripture.

Mrs. Hoover is survived by four sons, Billy Hoover and wife, Brenda of Port Republic, David Hoover and wife, Karen of Weyers Cave, Charles Hoover, Danny Hoover and wife, Charlotte, all of Harrisonburg; two daughters, Betty Riggleman and husband, Howard, and Judy Jackson, all of Harrisonburg; a brother, Otho Kephart and wife, Jean, of Harrisonburg; fourteen grandchildren, John "Jay" Riggleman of Omaha, Aaron L. Riggleman, Sr. of Newport News, Dawn Ardery of Gretna, VA, Rosalyn Breeden of Waynesboro, Robert Hamilton , Jr. , Dayton, Kenneth Pitsenbarger of Texas, Mark Pitsenbarger of Grottoes, Angel McNamer of Mount Sidney, Thomas Hoover also of Weyers Cave, Greg Hoover of Harrisonburg, Rodney Hoover of Broadway, Christina White of Harrisonburg, David S. Hoover of Weyers Cave, and Kevin Hoover of Harrisonburg; twenty-one great-grandchildren, and nine great-great-grandchildren.

Besides her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Bobby Lee Hoover, and a daughter, Wanda Thomas, four brothers, Olin Kephart, Roy Kephart, Charlie Kephart, and Russell Kephart; sister, Reba Messick; great-grandson, Justin L. Harris, and son-in-law, Keith Jackson.

Funeral service was March 1, 2012 at the Kyger Funeral Home Chapel, in Harrisonburg, conducted by Pastor Ted Hott and Rev. Harold Kephart. Burial will follow in the Mount Clinton Mennonite Church Cemetery.

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


Horning, Anna B., 75, of Ephrata, passed away on Wednesday, May 2, 2012. She was under the care of Hospice of Lancaster County.

Born in Upper Leacock Township, she was the daughter of the late Franklin M. and Barbara L. (Oberholtzer) Horning.

She is survived by three sisters: Lavina and Florence Horning of Ephrata and Ruth, wife of Paul M. Martin of Liberty, KY and two brothers, Reuben, husband of Sarah Ann (Sauder) Horning of Akron and Franklin, Jr. husband of Esther (Horning) Horning of Myerstown. Numerous nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, great-great nieces and nephews, and a sister-in-law, Edna, wife of Lyman Sensenig, Stevens, PA, also survive.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by four siblings: Lena Hoover, Clayton Horning, Leah and Ina Horning.

A member of the Springville Mennonite Church, Weaverland Conference, Anna worked in local factories and as a domestic worker over the years prior to her retirement.

A viewing will be held from 5-8 p.m., Sunday, May 6, at the Martindale Mennonite Fellowship Center, 352 Martindale Road, Ephrata. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. on Monday, May 7, 2012 at the Martindale Mennonite Fellowship Center with further services at 9:30 at the Groffdale Mennonite Church (Weaverland Conference) with Bishop Melvin H. Martin and Bishop Lester B. Martin and Ministers Walter Zimmerman and Wilmer Martin officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining church ­cemetery.

Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/ Ephrata.

Intelligencer Journal - 5/4/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Horning, Florence Z. Hoover

LEBANON - Florence Zimmerman Horning, 86, died Sunday, February 5, 2012, in her home. She was the wife of the late Aaron B. Horning. She was born in West Earl Township, Lancaster County on January 18, 1926, a daughter of the late Daniel N. and Minnie Martin Zimmerman Hoover. Florence was a member of the Mountain View Mennonite Church of the Weaverland Conference, Lebanon.

She is survived by a step son, John husband of Anna Mary Zimmerman Horning of Lebanon; 11 step-grandchildren and 46 step great-grandchildren; and a sister-in-law, Margaret Hoover of Stevens.

She was preceded in death by brothers, Paul Hoover and Isaac Hoover.

Funeral service will be held on Friday at 9:30 a.m. in the Mountain View Mennonite Church, 196 Butler Road, Lebanon. Interment will be made in the adjoining church cemetery. Viewing will be held on Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Fairview Mennonite Reception Center, 141 Jackson Road, Lebanon. Please omit flowers. Clauser Funeral Home, Inc. of Schaefferstown is handling her arrangements.

Lebanon Daily News - 2/7/2012
Lebanon, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Horning, Irvin W., 87, of 218 Wheat Ridge Dr., Ephrata, formerly of Terre Hill, died Saturday, December 29, 2012 at Ephrata Community Hospital following a brief illness. Born in Denver, PA, Irvin was a son of the late Harvey B. and Nancy W. Horning.

He was a member of Bowmansville Mennonite Church where he was actively involved in the life of the church. He faithfully volunteered his time at Fairmount Homes. He was a loving husband to his deceased wife, Grace. Her death in 2010 ended a marriage of 64 years. Family activities brought him much joy. He enjoyed his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Irvin is survived by eight children: Lucy married to John Nolt, Bowmansville; Ruth Ann married to Ron Robenolt, Watsontown; Lois married to Daniel Good, Reading; David married to Janice Horning, Mohnton; Sharon Cody, Denver; Betty Lou married to Kenneth Eberly, Reading; Eileen Weaver, Reinholds; J. Ronald married to Karen Horning, Mohnton; a foster son, Theodore married to Lorraine Englebach, Reading; 26 grandchildren; and 44 great-grandchildren. He is survived by two brothers and a sister: Henry Horning, married to Lela, Harvey Horning, married to Ruth Ann, and Lena, married to Michael Brown.

He was preceded in death by a sister, Verna Horning Shirk and a son-in-law, Mark Weaver.

His funeral will be held on January 2, 2013 at 10:00 AM at the Bowmansville Mennonite Church with Pastor Larry Weber and Bishop Carl Sensenig officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. A viewing will be held on Tuesday from 2-4:00 PM at the Fairmount Homes Wheat Ridge Chapel, and on Wednesday from 9 -10:00 AM at the church with the service following at 10:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Fairmount Homes Sharing Fund, 333 Wheat Ridge Dr., Ephrata, PA 17522. The Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill is in charge of arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 12/31/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Horning, John B., 91, of Richland, PA, died Sunday, January 1, 2012 in the Richland Christian Home, Richland. He was the husband of the late Katie Hurst Horning and the late Emma Hurst Horning. He was born in Fivepointville on December 12, 1920, a son of the late David and Magdelena Burkholder Horning. He was employed as a farmer and later retired from Paul B. Zimmerman Hardware Store in Lititz. John was a member of the Millbach Mennonite Church of the Weaverland Conference.

He is survived by sons, Mark married to Lucille Horning of Stevens; David married to Evelyn Horning of Newmanstown; Melvin married to Louella Horning and Frank married to Edna Horning both of Lebanon; Leon married to Edna Horning of Richland; John married to Erma Horning of Ephrata; daughters, Esther married to Frank Horning of Myerstown; Kathryn married to Raymond Nolt of Weedsport, NY; Grace Horning of Newmanstown; 45 grandchildren; 176 great grandchildren; one great great grandson; sisters, Elizabeth Stauffer of Richland; Esther married to Joseph Boll of Lebanon. He was preceded in death by brothers, Aaron, Paul, Daniel, Franklin and Joseph Horning; sisters, Katie Nolt, Susanna Weaver and Etta Gingrich.

Funeral service will be held on Wednesday at 9:30 AM in the Mountain View Mennonite Church, 196 Butler Road, Lebanon, PA. Interment will be made in the adjoining church cemetery. Viewing will be held on Tuesday from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Fairview Mennonite Reception Center, 141 Jackson Road, Lebanon, PA. Please omit flowers. Clauser Funeral Home, Inc. of Schaefferstown is handling his arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 1/3/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Horning, Noah W., 83, of 430 Panorama Dr., Denver, died Sunday, January 15, 2012 at his home after a lengthy illness. Born in Caernarvon Twp., he was the son of the late Samuel S. and Frances S. (Weaver) Horning. His wife, Emma N. (Zimmerman) Horning, died Sept. 16, 2011. Noah was a farmer and a member of the Old Order Wenger Mennonite Church of Bowmansville.

Surviving are six children, Paul Z., married to Irene (Weaver) Horning, Martha, married to Joseph Zimmerman, and Aaron, married to Lizzie (Reiff) Horning, all of Shiloh, OH, Noah, Jr., married to Martha (Zimmerman) Horning of East Earl, Mary, married to David Brubaker of Denver, and Ruth, married to Clarence Hoover of Shiloh, OH; 35 grandchildren; 37 great grandchildren; a brother, Titus W. Horning of East Earl; and two sisters, Sarah, married to Rufus Oberholtzer of New Holland, and Martha, married to Edwin Shirk of Ephrata.

Preceding him in death are two brothers, Mahlon and Samuel; and a sister Ruth.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 19 at 1 pm at the home of David and Mary Brubaker, 430 Panorama Dr., Denver, with further services at 1:30 pm at the Bowmansville Mennonite Church with the Bishops Elmer H. Leid and Steven Z. Leid officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing will be held at the home of David and Mary Brubaker on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 pm. Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill.

Intelligencer Journal - 1/17/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Horst, Anna E. Musser, 93, of New Holland, PA died December 26, 2012 at Garden Spot Village, New Holland. Born January 5, 1919 in New Holland, PA to Shelley and Alice (Hertzler) Musser. Her husband, Allen S. Horst, died Nov. 11, 2009.

Anna was a member of the New Holland Mennonite Church where she taught Sunday School. She was also a 32-year member of the Blue Ball Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary and she volunteered at the Re-Uzit Shop and at Camp Hebron.

Surviving is a daughter, Miriam Engle of Keokek, IA; two sons, Merle, married to Lynette (Burkholder) Horst of Blue Ball, and Earl, married to Lorrene (Yoder) Horst of New Holland; seven grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; and 6 great-great grandson. Preceding her in death is a brother, Jacob Musser; a sister, Grace Musser; and a son-in-law, William Engle.

Funeral services were January 5, 2013 at Garden Spot Village Chapel, New Holland, PA with the Reverend Ron Zook, the Reverend Chester Yoder and the Reverend Kevin Gunion officiating. Interment will be in the New Holland Mennonite Cemetery.

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


Horst, Connie Marie, 49, of Wauseon, Fulton Co., Ohio died January 24, 2012 at the same place. She was born October 27, 1962 to Dale and Velma Horst, who survive.

Memorial services were held February 11, 2012 at North Clinton Mennonite Church, Wauseon, Ohio.

Submitted by: Audrey Rupp, Wauseon, OH
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Horst, Connie Marie

WAUSEON -- Connie Marie Horst, 49, of Wauseon, passed away early Tuesday morning, January 24, 2012, at Parkside Family Care Home in Wauseon.

She was born October 27, 1962, in Wauseon, the daughter of Dale and Velma (Rupp) Horst. A lifelong resident of the Archbold/Wauseon area, Connie worked at Quadco for many years. She enjoyed bowling, participating in the Special Olympics, shopping, going out to eat and spending time with her family and friends. She expressed her love for Jesus through singing and music. Connie faithfully attended North Clinton Mennonite Church.

She is survived by her mother, Velma Horst of Archbold; her father and stepmother, Dale and Bonnie Horst of Archbold; brothers, Gene Horst of Toledo, Duane Horst of Sylvania, Larry (Barb) Horst of Archbold; and sisters Vonda Horst of Goshen, Ind., Janna (Jeramie) Cline of Archbold; and a stepsister, Trisha Zuercher of Archbold. She is also survived by six nephews, two nieces, two great-nephews and one great-niece; and numerous aunts and uncles.

Connie was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Eldon and Lydia (Stuckey) Rupp of Archbold, and Michael and Elva (Conrad) Horst of Smithville, Ohio.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 11, 2012, at 5 p.m. at North Clinton Mennonite Church, Wauseon, with Pastor Brad Faler officiating. Friends may call at the church from 2-5 p.m. February 11. Short Funeral Home in Archbold has been entrusted with the arrangements.

The family suggests that memorials be given to Sunshine Inc. of Fulton County or Hospice the Caring Way of Williams and Fulton Counties. www.ShortFuneralHome.com.

Published: January 27, 2012
The Crescent News, Defiance, OH
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Horst, Eli M., 90, of 35 Mountain Road, Denver, formerly of Leola, died Monday, Feb. 20, 2012 at the residence of his son, Harlan Horst, where he resided the past three years. Born in E. Earl Twp., he was the son of the late George G. and Anna (Martin) Horst. Eli and his wife of 68 years, Anna Z. Burkholder Horst, were married on Nov. 23, 1943. A retired farmer and former Leola Produce Auction employee, he was a member of the Groffdale Mennonite Church, Weaverland Conference.

Also surviving are five daughters: Mabel married to Raymond Wise, Waterloo, NY; Mary Jane and Etta Mae Horst, both Ephrata; Ruth Ann married to Willis Zimmerman, Romulus, NY; Verna Elizabeth Horst, Baldwin, MI; six sons, Leon married to Mary Joyce (Stauffer), Baring, MO; Elvin married to Esther Mae (Martin), Refton; David married to Martha (Martin), Gardners, PA; Lester married to Anna (Brubaker) Romulus, NY; Harlan married to Charlotte (Sensenig), Denver; and Leroy married to Erla (Martin) Savannah, NY; 55 grandchildren; and 127 great-grandchildren; sisters, Anna Reiff, Lititz; Elizabeth married to Jonas Martin, New Holland; Frances married to Amos L. Martin, Terre Hill; sisters-in-law, Lizzie Weaver Horst, Hinkletown and Lizzie Zimmerman Horst, Rothsville.

He was preceded in death by: sisters, Edna M., Mary M., Eva M. and Vera Horst Hoover; brothers, Walter, Ervin, Milton and George; sister-in-law, Ada Sensenig Horst; brothers-in-law, John Reiff, Aaron Hoover and Henry Hoover; a stillborn grandson, Philip Horst and two great-grandchildren.

The visitation will be Sunday, Feb. 26th, from 2-5 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at Martindale Reception Center, 352 Martindale Rd., Ephrata. Funeral services will be Monday, Feb. 27th, at 9 a.m. at Fairmount Homes (Farm Crest), Cat's Back Road, Ephrata, with further services at 9:30 a.m. at Groffdale Frame Mennonite Church, Groffdale Church Road, Leola with Bishop Curvin Zimmeran officiating. Interment in the adjoining cemetery. Kindly omit flowers. Furman's - Leola. FurmanFuneralHome.com

Intelligencer Journal, Lancaster, PA
Feb 22, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Horst, June E. Weirich, 88, of Lancaster , PA died Jan. 18, 2012 at Conestoga View. She was born in Neffsville to Walter S. and Anna G. Weirich. She married the late Earl S. Horst in 1944; they lived in Lancaster County all of their lives.

She was a member of Mellinger Mennonite Church, she studied her Bible daily. June was devoted to her cat, "Little Miss."

Surviving are: four children, Susan wife of Jay Reich, York, Joanne wife of Robert Ferguson, Lancaster, Elaine wife of Harold Wimer, Millersville, David Horst, at home; four grandchildren, James Neuhauser, Jeremy Neuhauser, Erika Reich, Daniel Ferguson; one great-grandson, L. J. Neuhauser.

Three brothers and two sisters preceded her in death.

The funeral service was Jan. 25, 2012, at Mellinger Mennonite Church Interment: Mellinger Mennonite Cemetery Lancaster, PA.

Source: Furman's - Leola , PA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Horst, Mark Rhodes, 80, a resident of 5444 Swope Road, Dayton, died Friday, Feb. 3, 2012, at his home.

Mr. Horst was born July 4, 1931, in Dayton, and was the son of the late Earl and Mary Rhodes Horst.

He was a poultry farmer and a member of the Pleasant View Old Order Mennonite Church.

On Jan. 8, 1976, he married the former Betty L. Rhodes, who survives.

Also surviving are two sisters, Fannie Mae Shirk of Ephrata, Pa., and Priscilla Horst of Dayton and a brother, Nathan Horst and wife, Susan, of Belleville, N.J.

Mr. Horst was preceded in death by a brother, Alfred Horst, and a sister, Naomi Horst.

The ministers of the church will conduct a funeral service Monday, Feb. 6, 2012, at 10 a.m. at the Pleasant View Old Order Mennonite Church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

The body will be taken home, where friends may call on Saturday and Sunday from 2 p.m. until 7:30 p.m.

McMullen Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Daily News Record - 2/4/2012
Harrisonburg, VA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Horst, Miriam Amanda Frey, age 86, of Chambersburg, PA; died August 4, 2012 at Menno Haven Nursing Home in Chambersburg. Born March 25, 1926 in Chambersburg, to David B. and Fannie Martin Frey.

Surviving is her husband of 51 years, Melvin H. Horst, whom she married on April 29, 1961; her children, Sharon M. Martin of Chambersburg and Stephen Horst of Hustontown, PA; nine grandchildren; twenty great-grandchildren; and five siblings, Lista Martin, Catherine Martin, Beulah Shank, Lois Martin, and Preston Frey.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Irvin and Adin Frey.

Funeral Service was August 8, 2012 at 11:00 AM at the Chambersburg Mennonite Church, Chambersburg, PA 17201; where Chaplain Vernon Isner and Pastors Jere Horst and Jerry Roth will officiate. Interment followed the service in the Church Cemetery.

Source: Thomas L. Geisel Funeral Home, Chambersburg, PA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Horst, Rebecca L. Zook, 92, of Denver, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 6, 2012 at the Golden Living Center, Lancaster. Born May 3, 1919, in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Isaac and Lydia Zook. She was married to Elam S. Horst for 23 years. Elam died in 1977.

She will be lovingly missed by her three children and their families: Lois E., wife of Leonard E. Swanger, of Denver; Carl E. Horst, husband of Charlene, of Alaska and E. Blaine Horst, husband of Lee Ann, of Indiana; three grandchildren: Joseph Swanger, Cathie Shaak and Ethan Horst, and two great grandchildren: Cassandra Shaak and Lauren Nolt and one great great grandchild, Olivia Grace Nolt. She also had stepchildren, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

A Celebration of Rebecca's life will be held at the Grace Family Church, 415 South Kinzer Avenue, New Holland, PA 17557 on Sunday, February 19, 2012 at 3 PM. Visitation will follow the service. Andrew T. Scheid Funeral Home.

Intelligencer Journal - 2/14/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Hostetler, Ada Z. Byler, 86, of Reedsville, PA died Feb. 24, 2012, at Mount Nittany Medical Center. Born Dec. 25, 1925, in Belleville, PA to Jonathan and Saloma (Zook) Byler. Her husband, Ben S. Hostetler, whom she married Nov. 29, 1945, preceded her in death on Nov. 25, 2008. She also was preceded in death by three infant children and one brother.

Surviving are: her children, Elsie Peachey and husband, Leon, Ivan Hostetler, Mervin Hostetler and wife, Wanda, Sam Hostetler and wife, Carol, all of Reedsville, Norman Hostetler and wife, Anna Mary, and Arlene Zook and husband, David, both of Belleville; siblings, Katie King, of Kinzer, Elsie Miller, of Indiana, Joe M. Byler, of Belleville; 23 grandchildren; and 12 great- grandchildren.

She was a member of the Valley View Amish Mennonite Church in Belleville. A funeral service was February 29, 2012, at the Valley View Amish Mennonite Church.church, with Minister Earl Peachey and Bishop Eli King officiating. Burial will be in Locust Grove Cemetery.

Source: February 27, 2012 Lewistown Sentinel, Lewistown, PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Hostetler, Ella J. Miller

March 29, 1935 - July 20, 2012

TOPEKA - Ella J. Hostetler, 77, of Topeka, died Friday (July 20, 2012) at her home.

She was born March 29, 1935, in Topeka, Kan., to Joni B. and Polly (Troyer) Miller. On Jan. 13, 1955, in LaGrange County she married Orva O. Hostetler. He died Nov. 6, 2010.

Surviving are six sons, Marvin Ray (Esther) Hostetler of Ligonier, David (Barbara) Hostetler of Millersburg and Wilbur Lee (Susie) Hostetler, Calvin (Mary) Hostetler, Larry (Susan) Hostetler and Orva (Rosemary) Hostetler Jr., all of Topeka; four daughters, Lizzie Mae (Elmer) Yoder and Fern (Gerald) Raber, both of Shipshewana, Elva (Richard) Lehman of LaGrange and Nettie (Daniel) Frey of Topeka; 77 grandchildren; 57 great-grandchildren; three sisters; and a sister-in-law.

She was preceded in death by two grandchildren; a great-grandchild; three brothers; and a sister.

Visitation will be all day Sunday at the family home, 8490 W. 650 S., Shipshewana. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday, also at the family residence. Burial will be in Hawpatch Cemetery, Topeka.

Miller-Stewart Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
July 22, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Hostetler, Esther A. Miller, age 79, died on Thursday, July 12, 2012. She was born October 2, 1932, in Canton, Ohio, to John & Orpha M. (Yoder) Miller, and married to Clair V. Hostetler on August 30th, 1952. She was an active member of Oak Grove Mennonite Church. Also, the Smithville Homemakers Club, had helped at the Relief Sale in Kidron, OH.

Surviving are her husband, Clair V. Hostetler, and children, Reneda (Brian) Miller of Sterling, Lynae (Heath) Baer of Marshallville, Stefan Hostetler of Sterling, and Marea (Travis) Ullman of Wooster; grandchildren, Reed, Wren, Aidan, and Lee Hostetler, Wyatt and Willow Baer, Colt and Bryce Ullman; siblings James (Marilyn) Miller, Eldina (David) Nussbaum, David (Bonnie) Miller, Pat Miller, and sister in law Maryann King (Lyle) Pratt, and a number of special nieces and nephews.

Esther is preceded in death by her parents, a daughter Mareda Hostetler, brothers Richard Miller and John Miller, sister in law Margaret Miller, brother in law Darrell King, niece Susan Miller, and a great nephew Jason Miller.

A celebration of Esther's life was July 16, 2012, at the Oak Grove Mennonite Church, Smithville, OH. Pastor Douglas Zehr will be officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.

Source: Gresser Funeral Home Orrville, OH.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Hostetler, Eva Diane

July 26, 2012 - Aug. 14, 2012

TOPEKA - Eva Diane Hostetler, infant, died at 6:30 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 14, 2012, at her home.

She was born July 26, 2012, to Glenn J. and Darlene (Beachey) Hostetler in Fort Wayne. She had been ill since birth.

Survivors, in addition to her parents, are five sisters, JoAnn, Elaine, Brenda, Michelle and Sara Hostetler; four brothers, Matthew, James, Lyle and Aaron Hostetler; grandparents Owen Jr. and Esther Hostetler and Lewis and Sarah Beachey, all of Topeka.

She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Edna Beachey.

Visitation will be after 2 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 15, 2012, at the family's residence, 1310 S. 600 W., Topeka. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am Thursday, Aug. 16, 2012, also at the family's residence. Services will be conducted by the home ministers.

Burial will be in Yoder Cemetery, Shipshewana.

Miller Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury, is assisting with arrangements.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Aug. 15, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Hostetler, Marlene L. James, 78, of Louisville, Stark Co., OH died October 13, 2012 at Canton, Stark Co., Ohio. She was born to Elmer and Betty (King) James and married to Leon Hostetler, who is deceased.

Surviving are children, Kelley Poyser, Shawna (Patrick) Keefe, Brent (Diane) Hostetler, and Joel Hostetler (Amber Haney), 13 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren.

preceded him/her in death.

Memorial services were held October 17, 2012 at Beech Mennonite Church, Louisville, Ohio.

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

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Marlene L. Hostetler, age 78, of Louisville, passed away Saturday, October 13, 2012. She was born July 5, 1934 in Alliance, Ohio to the late Elmer and Betty (King) James. She was a member of Beech Mennonite Church and the Farm Bureau.

She was also preceded in death by her husband, Leon Hostetler in 1993, her son Robin Hostetler and granddaughter, Jaquilyn Poyser. Marlene is survived by two daughters; Kelley Poyser of Louisville and Shawna (Patrick) Keefe of Florida, two sons; Brent (Diane) Hostetler of Louisville, Joel Hostetler and significant other, Amber Haney of Canton, 13 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She also leaves behind friends, Roger & DeAnna Slater and Helen Newhouse. She was a longtime caregiver and friend to John Ewart and many others.

Funeral services will be 11am Wed. at Beech Mennonite Church with Pastor Dan King officiating. Calling hours will be 6-8pm Tuesday evening at Stier-Israel Funeral Home in Louisville and one hour before services at the church Wed. morning. Burial will be in Beech Mennonite Cemetery, Louisville, Ohio. (10-15-12)

Stier-Israel Funeral Home & Cremation Service

The-Review.com
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Hostetler, Samuel

Feb. 24, 1922 - March 8, 2012

GOSHEN - Samuel Hostetler, 90, died Thursday afternoon at Greencroft Healthcare.

He was born Feb. 24, 1922, in Goshen to the late Sam G. and Mattie (Hershberger) Hostetler. He married Dorthy E. Livengood on Sept. 18, 1943, in Goshen. She preceded him in death on Jan. 18, 1998.

Surviving are two daughters, Deloris (Clifford) Zehr of St. John's, Mich., and Debra Hochstetler of Bremen; five sons, Donald (Ruth) Hostetler of Goshen, Glen (Julie) Hostetler of Wakarusa, Gerald Hostetler of Louisville, Ky., Marvin (Donita) Hostetler of Des Moines, Iowa, and Willie (Kim) Hostetler of Elkhart; 19 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Jake Hostetler of Goshen and LeRoy (Carolyn) Hostetler of Middlebury.

He was preceded in death by a grandson, Ronald Zehr; and eight siblings, Mary Leedy, Irene Culp and John, Monroe, Bill, Dan, Harley and Katie Ann Hostetler.

A longtime area resident, he was a member of North Goshen Mennonite Church and had worked at Universal Co-op for more than 28 years. He also pastored at Talcum (Ky.) Mennonite Church from 1952 to 1956 and Bethany Mennonite Church, Imlay City, Mich. from 1960 to 1966. Following retirement he worked part-time at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home.

Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home.

A 10 a.m. Wednesday funeral service will be at North Goshen Mennonite Church with Pastors Jerry Wittrig and June Yoder officiating.

Burial will follow in West Goshen Cemetery, Goshen.

Memorial contributions may be made to North Goshen Mennonite Church.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
March 11, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Hostetler, Samuel, 90, of Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN died March 8, 2012 at the same place. He was born February 24, 1922 at Goshen, IN to Sam G. and Mattie (Hershberger) Hostetler. On September 18, 1943 at Goshen, IN he was married to Dorothy E. Livengood, who died January 18, 1998.

Surviving are children, Deloris (Clifford) Zehr, Debra Hochstetler, Donald (Ruth) Hostetler, Glen (Julie) Hostetler, Gerald Hostetler, Marvin (Donnita) Hostetler, and Willie (Kim) Hostetler, 19 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, and two brothers, Jake Hostetler, and LeRoy (Carolyn) Hostetler.

A grandson, Ronald Zehr, and his siblings, Mary Leedy, Irene Culp and John, Monroe, Bill, Dan, Harley and Katie Ann Hostetler preceded him in death.

He was a pastor at Talcum Mennonite Church, Talcum, Kentucky 1952-56 and Bethany Mennonite Church, Imlay City, Michigan 1960-66. He also worked for Universal Co-op for 28 years. His greatest joy was serving his Lord.

Memorial services were held March 14, 2012 at North Goshen Mennonite Church, Goshen, IN with burial in West Goshen Cemetery.

Submitted by: Cheryl Beachey, Goshen, IN
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Houdeshell, Raymond Eugene, 78, of Denver, CO died March 30, 2012 at the same place from pneumonia. He was born July 19, 1933 at Council Grove, Kansas. On April 17, 1962 he was married to Esther Houdeshell, who was born October 31, 1928 and died November 10, 2006.

Surviving are children, Thad (& Traci), and Tina, two grandchildren, and a sister, Connie Ramsack.

He served in the Navy during the Korean War.

Memorial services were held April 4, 2012 at First Mennonite Church, Denver, CO with burial in FMC Memorial Garden, Denver, CO.

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


Hoylman, Elsie Blanche Schiffler, 92 of Wayland - formerly of South English. IA died June 14, 2012 at the Parkview Home in Wayland, IA. She was born October 11, 1919, in Roseland, Nebraska, to Abraham & Lydia Elsie (Snyder) Schiffler.

She graduated from Roseland High School. On January 7, 1941, Elsie married Wayne Wesley Hoylman, at the Roseland Mennonite Church, Roseland, Nebraska. She grew up in Nebraska and moved to Iowa once she married. She has lived in rural South English, Webster and Kinross since 1973, then moved to Wayland in 1997. She worked at Country Lane Foods for 13 years and was a homemaker. Elsie was a former member of the English River Church of the Brethren, South English, where she taught Sunday School and VBS for many years and was active in the women's sewing group. She later joined Eicher Emmanuel Mennonite Church near Wayland.

She is survived by her six children: Frances (George) Murphy, Carol (Elton) Bennett all of Newport News, VA, W. Louis (Janette) Hoylman of Delta, PA, Leland (Barbara) Hoylman of Wauseon, OH, Wanita (Michael) Gannon of Chandler , AZ, and Myron (Pam) Hoylman of Mount Pleasant, IA; a son-in-law David Kindy of Winston Salem, NC; 17 grandchildren; 4 step grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren; and step great great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Wayne; a daughter Merna Kindy; a grandson Jon Kindy, 5 brothers: Albert, Wesley, George, Marion & Phares Schiffler; and 2 sisters: Rebecca Taylor & Ethel Dobbins (Elsie's twin).

Celebration of Life Service was June 19, 2012 at 10:30 am at the Eicher Emmanuel Mennonite Church near Wayland. Pastor Larry Evers will officiate. Burial was at 2:30 pm Tuesday at the Brethren Cemetery near South English, IA.

Source: Powell Funeral Home in Wellman, IA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Huber, Edgar E., 87, of Bluffton, Ohio died Oct. 15, 2012, at Richland Manor Nursing Home, Bluffton. He was born July 28, 1925, in Richland Township to Harry and Nellie Klingler Huber. On June 26, 1954, he married Anita Althaus, and she survives. He was a member of Grace Mennonite Church, Pandora. He was a Marine Corps veteran of World War II.

Survived also include two sons, Mark Huber, of Toledo, and Wayne (Jana) Huber, of Bluffton; a daughter, Diane Huber, of Bluffton; and four grandchildren.

Preceded in death two sisters, Mae Hutchinson and Edna Ernest

Funeral service was October 18, 2012 at Grace Mennonite Church, Pandora, Ohio, officiated by Pastors Ivan and Rachel Friesen. Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Bluffton, Ohio where military rites will be performed.

Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services, Bluffton, Ohio
Submitted and Edited by Leon Hertzler


Hunsberger, Harold D., 91, of Telford, PA died November 12, 2012 at the same place. He was born October 21 1921 at Line Lexington, PA to Earl H. and Estella (Detweiler) Hunsberger, Sr. and was married to Charlotte M. Hunsberger, who is deceased.

Surviving are children, Mark Hunsberger (wife Lety), James Hunsberger (wife Sharon), Sylvia Shelly (husband Randy), and Lynette Marksberry (husband Rick), 11 grandchildren, and 17 great-grandchildren.

preceded him/her in death.

Memorial services were held November 16, 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


Hunsberger, Willard Detweiler, 85, of Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN died May 16, 2012 at the same place. He was born July 19, 1926 at to Heacock and Estella (Detweiler) Hunsberger.

He was married to Ann Raber, divorced in 1974. In 1976, he married Pauline Farquhar, who died in 1996; in 2000 he married Virginia Oberley, who died in 2006.

Surviving are children, Patrice (daughter), and Terry (son), and a brother, Harold.

A sister, Kathryn, and a brother, Earl preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held May 25, 2012 at College Mennonite Church, Goshen, Indiana.

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


Hursh, Mary E. Martin

LITITZ - Mary E. Hursh, 68, entered into rest after a lengthy illness on Sunday, March 11, 2012, at her residence. She was born in Lancaster County to the late Elam and Elizabeth (Martin) Martin and was the wife of Elvin M. Hursh. Mary was a member of the Meadow Valley Mennonite Church (Weaverland Conference).

In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son, Gerald M., husband of Lorraine (Zimmerman) Hursh of Lititz; five daughters, Wilda M., wife of Paul W. Hurst of Ephrata, Wanda M., wife of James G. Weaver of Ephrata, Julia M., wife of Nelson R. Martin of Robesonia, Faye Elizabeth, wife of John L. Horning of Livingston, WI and Rosene M., wife of Curvin M. Horning of Newmanstown; two brothers, Elam Ray, husband of Lorraine (Zimmerman) Martin of Lititz and John David, husband of Anna Mary (Martin) Martin of Grayson, Ky.; three sisters, Irene, wife of Abram Weaver of Newville, Thelma, wife of Harry Good of Newmanstown and Elma Fay, wife of John Sensenig of Romulus, N.Y.; 46 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by two grandchildren, Rosemary H. Horning and Quint Elvin Weaver.

A viewing will be held from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, the late residence, 220 Wood Corner Road, Lititz. Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. on Thursday from the late residence, with further services at 9:30 a.m. from the Meadow Valley Mennonite Church (Weaverland Conference) with Bishop Lester B. Martin, Bishop Melvin Martin and Ministers Gary Zimmerman and Henry Horning officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.

Lebanon Daily News - 3/13/2012
Lebanon, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Hursh, Rachel W. Burkholder

MIDDLEBURG - Rachel W. (Burkholder) Hursh, 54, of Middleburg, died Friday, May 4, 2012 at her home. She was born July 13, 1957 in Ephrata, a daughter of the late Titus and Elizabeth (Weaver) Burkholder. She was the wife of Earl Ray Hursh of Middleburg, for 34 years. Rachel was a member of Shade Mountain Mennonite Church, Mount Pleasant Mills.

She is survived by eight children; four sons, Duane, husband of Helen (Miller) Hursh, of Middleburg, Randall, Ryan and Jeremy, all at home; and four daughters, Virginia, Melissa, Rachelle, and Janita, all at home; a grandson, Derrick Hursh; 13 brothers and sisters, Ida wife of Paul Brubacker, of Ripley, Maine, Laverne, wife of Harry Erb, of Scurry, Texas, Eby Burkholder, husband of Ruth (Hostetter), of Lititz, Vera, wife of Ira Hege Jr. of Hagerstown, Md., James Burkholder, husband of Rachel (Hostetter), of Tamaqua, Mary, wife of Clarence Wenger, of Manheim, Sara, wife of Roy Zimmerman, of New Holland, Jesse Burkholder, husband of Mary Ellen (Martin), of Spring Mills, Esther, wife of James Sensenig, of Arcola, Ill., David Burkholder, husband of Tracy (McCool), of Mifflinburg, Rhoda, wife of Dale Martin, of Scipio Center, N.Y., Miriam, wife of Marlin Nolt, of Myerstown, and John Burkholder, husband of Anne (Burkholder), of Colby, Wis.

A viewing will be held from 2 to 4 p.m., and from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Shade Mountain Mennonite Church, 134 Center St., Mount Pleasant Mills, where the funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday. Officiating ministers will be Jay A. Martin, Ivan Martin, Jr., Harry Erb, and James Sensenig. Burial will be in the adjoining church cemetery. Please omit flowers. Donations may be made to Evangelical Hospice, 1 Hospital Drive, Lewisburg, PA 17837. The George P. Garman Funeral Homes Inc., 9366 Route 35, Mount Pleasant Mills, is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Sunbury Daily Item - 5/5/2012
Sunbury, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Hurst, Bertha Landis, 92, of Lititz, PA died October 7, 2012 at the same place. She was born February 19, 1920 in East Lampeter Twp, Lancaster Co., PA and married to Lester Martin Hurst.

Surviving are children, Evelyn, widow of George Stisher; Daryl married to Karen Weik; Kenneth, married to Janice Martin; Elaine, married to Robert Muschlitz,; and Dianne, married to David Bretz, 12 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren.

Memorial services were held October 13, 2012 at Forest Hills Mennonite Church, Leola, Lancaster Co., PA with burial in Eby Cemetery, Leola, PA.

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

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Bertha Landis Hurst died peacefully of natural causes in her Landis Homes cottage on Sunday, October 7. Born in E. Lampeter Township, she lived 92 years, 7 months, 18 days.

Known as Bert in her younger years, she was married to Lester Martin Hurst for almost 65 years till he passed away seven years ago. Bertha is a member of Forest Hills Mennonite Church, though of late observed services at Landis Homes. She is known for her life of service to our Lord Jesus Christ through her family, church, and community. Always cheerful and with open hands, she never spoke unkindly of anyone nor turned away those in need.

Bertha is survived by five children, 12 grandchildren, and 22 great-grandchildren. In order of birth, her children are Evelyn of Carmel, IN, widow of George Stisher and mother of Brian and Julie Hoover; Daryl of New Holland, PA, married to Karen Weik, father of Gregory Hurst and Aimee Cohen; Kenneth of Leola, PA, married to Janice Martin, father of Kristin Kreider, Jeremy, and Erik Hurst; Elaine of Millersville, married to Robert Muschlitz, mother of Derek, Lindy, and Dustin Youndt; and Dianne of Lexington, SC, married to David Bretz, mother of Kaitlyn and Daniel Bretz. Bertha and Lester lost a son at birth in 1956.

Friends and family may pay their respects on Friday evening, October 12, between 6 PM and 8 PM at the Bethany West Chapel, Landis Homes, or on Saturday between 11 AM and 1 PM at Forest Hills Mennonite Church, 100 Quarry Road, Leola. At 1 PM Saturday, a Celebration of Bertha's Life will commence at the church followed by an interment ceremony at the Eby Cemetery, Monterey Chapel on West Eby Road, Monterey, PA.
In lieu of flowers and gifts, memorial donations can be made to Landis Homes Benevolence Fund, 1001 East Oregon Road, Lititz, PA 17543.
Furman's - Leola.

Intelligencer Journal
Lancaster New Era, Lancaster, PA
Oct 10, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Hurst, Donald R., 61, of Leola, passed away peacefully, at home with family and friends, on Thursday, April 26, 2012.

He was born in West Chester to Arlene (Martin) Hurst of Akron, and the late Clarence Hurst. He was the husband of Kathy (Condida) Hurst, with whom he shared 31 years of marriage.

Donald was a member of Worleysburg American Legion. He was an avid Bluegrass Musician, enjoyed playing the guitar and motorcycle riding. Donald was an equipment operator for various employers.

In addition to his wife and mother, Donald is survived by 2 sons, Donald Ray Hurst Jr., companion of Susan Book of Quarryville, R. James, husband of Heather Hurst of Palmyra; 5 grandchildren; and 2 great grandchildren.

A viewing will be held on Saturday, May 5th, from 1 to 2 pm, at the Stradling Funeral Home, 30 N. Ninth St., Akron, followed by funeral services at 2 pm, with Rev. J. Elvin Martin and Rev. Grace Sultzbach officiating. Interment will take place in the Metzler's Mennonite Cemetery. Military honors will be accorded by the Red Rose Honor Guard.

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

Intelligencer Journal - 5/1/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Hurst, Phares S., 84, of 233 E. Maple Grove Rd., Narvon, died Sunday, January 15, 2012 at his home. His wife, Annie S. (Martin) Hurst, survives. Born in East Earl Twp., he was the son of the late Isaac E. and Lena (Shirk) Hurst. He was a painter and a member of Bowmansville Mennonite Church, Groffdale Conference.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by nine children: Anna married to Lloyd Fox, Ephrata; David married to Eva S. (Martin) Hurst, Shippensburg; Ella widow of the late Martin Fox, Penn Yan, NY; Joseph married to Lavina L. (Hoover) Hurst, Plymouth, OH; Mary married to John Hoover, East Earl; Phares, Jr. married to Marian M. (Martin) Hurst, Narvon; Martha married to Mervin Newswanger, East Earl; Esther married to Paul H. Burkholder, Kutztown; Annetta married to Amos Z. Sauder, New Holland; 66 grandchildren; 67 great grandchildren; and a brother Isaac S. Hurst, Penn Yan, NY.

He was preceded in death by a grandchild, a son-in-law, brothers Joseph, Frank and Amos Hurst and sisters Lydia Zimmerman and Anna Zimmerman.

His funeral will be held on Thursday, January 19 at 9 AM at his late home with further services at 9:30 AM at Bowmansville Mennonite Church with Bishop Elam Zimmerman officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery. A viewing will be held at his late home on Wednesday from 2 to 4 PM and 6 to 8 PM. Kindly omit flowers. The Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill is in charge of arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 1/16/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Hurst, Ruth W. Eberly, 79 of Pine Grove, passed away Sunday, December 30, 2012 at her home.

Born on November 7, 1933 in Brecknock Twp., Lancaster Co., Pa., she was a Daughter of the late Harvey B. and Lydia Weaver Eberly.

Ruth was a member of the Palo Alto Mennonite chapel.

She was preceded in death by two brothers.

Surviving are her husband of 59 years, Raymond S. Hurst, two Daughters, Karen wife of Paul Riegel of Schuylkill Haven, Kathy Ferguson of Pine Grove; two Sons, Jay & wife Jean Hurst of Schuylkill Haven, Dale & wife Gale Hurst of Pine Grove; 16 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, three sisters and three brothers.

Services will be held at the Schuylkill Church of the Brethren, Friday, January 4, 2013, at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Brian Martin officiating. There will be a viewing on Thursday, January 3, from 3:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. and Friday, January 4, from 9:30 A.M. to time of service in the Schuylkill Church of the Brethren, 347 Sweet Arrow Lake Road, Pine Grove, Pa. Interment will follow in the Roedersville Mennonite Cem., Pine Grove, Pa.

The family would prefer, in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Hospice of Central Pa., 1320 Linglestown Road, Harrisburg, Pa. 17110, in her memory.

The H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Pine Grove, Pa. is in charge of arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 12/31/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

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