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Mann, Carol S. Miller; . . Martens, Elvina Neufeld; . . Martin, Allan M.; . . Martin, Amos S.; . . Martin, Audrey L. Miller; . . Martin, Austin James; . . Martin, Betty L.; . . Martin, Brendan Lamar; . . Martin, Carl S.; . . Martin, Carl W.; . . Martin, Carlton Richard; . . Martin, Curtis F.; . . Martin, Donald B. ; . . Martin, Donald Hoye; . . Martin, Edna S. Zimmerman; . . Martin, Eldon C. ; . . Martin, Elizabeth Sauder; . . Martin, Erma J. Sensenig; . . Martin, Erwin G.; . . Martin, Garrett Ray; . . Martin, Gilbert S.; . . Martin, Harvey Z.; . . Martin, Ida N. Oberholtzer; . . Martin, Jay Henry; . . Martin, John H.; . . Martin, Julia Ann Oberholtzer; . . Martin, Kathryn M. Lausch; . . Martin, Kelsey Yvonne; . . Martin, Leonard B.; . . Martin, Lydia Ann Martin; . . Martin, Mary Ann; . . Martin, Miranda A.; . . Martin, Nicole Beth; . . Martin, Norman W.; . . Martin, Rachel S.; . . Martin, Raymond; . . Martin, Richard O.; . . Martin, Violet Joy Yoder; . . Martin, Weaver W.; . . Mast, Daniel I.; . . Mast, Daniel M.; . . Mast, Edna; . . Mast, Joseph U.; . . Mast, Josephine Slabach; . . Mast, Melvin J.; . . Mast, Mildred I. Horning; . . Mast, Phyllis J. Burkey; . . Maust, Elmer R.; . . Metzger, Peter; . . Metzler, Everett G.; . . Miller, Ada E.; . . Miller, Albert E.; . . Miller, Alma Pauline Kenagy; . . Miller, Axill Jon "A.J."; . . Miller, Calvin A.; . . Miller, Crist J.; . . Miller, Daniel A.; . . Miller, Daniel, Jr.; . . Miller, Donovan J.; . . Miller, Dorothea Elizabeth Messick; . . Miller, Earl J.; . . Miller, Edna Mae Wittmer; . . Miller, Ernest D.; . . Miller, Esther A. Rohrer; . . Miller, Fannie E. Bontrager; . . Miller, Fannie Mae Helmuth; . . Miller, Gertie M. Yoder; . . Miller, Harvey H.; . . Miller, Ida Lehman; . . Miller, Ira; . . Miller, J. John J.; . . Miller, James William; . . Miller, John H.; . . Miller, John O.; . . Miller, JoLinda Fern; . . Miller, Laura Violet Yoder; . . Miller, Leona Miller; . . Miller, Lester J.; . . Miller, Levi D.; . . Miller, Levi J.; . . Miller, Lloyd H.; . . Miller, Lois A. Frey; . . Miller, Lovina Borkholder; . . Miller, Marie Peters; . . Miller, Marion D.; . . Miller, Marlin D.; . . Miller, Marlin J.; . . Miller, Mary Catherine Stanton; . . Miller, Mary K. Slabach Bontrager; . . Miller, Mary Louise Peachey; . . Miller, Mary Louise Witmer; . . Miller, Mattie D. Petersheim; . . Miller, Melvin P.; . . Miller, Merlin Robert; . . Miller, Merritt R.; . . Miller, Orla P.; . . Miller, Owen; . . Miller, Paul Dean; . . Miller, Philip W.; . . Miller, Polly Miller; . . Miller, Ruth Marie Gingerich; . . Miller, Ryan Jay; . . Miller, Tillie Kathryn Mullet; . . Miller, Tyson Abraham; . . Miller, Vernon Jay; . . Miller, Virgil Lynn; . . Mishler, Thelma E. Goetz; . . Morningstar, Dorothy Klopfenstein; . . Morris, Mary Ethel Crawford; . . Moshier, Irene G. Gingerich; . . Moyer, George S.; . . Moyer, Henry Alderfer; . . Moyer, Nevin L.; . . Moyer, Sonja R. Derstine; . . Moyer, Suzanne Houts; . . Moyer, Verna D. Hackman; . . Mullet, Ira E.; . . Mullet, Mary Evelyn Brenneman Hostetler; . . Mullett, Melvin Lee; . . Mumaw, Harvey David; . . Mummau, Richard Eby; . . Murray, Julie Lynn Garner; . . Murray, Mickey Ken; . . Musselman, Marshall; . . Musser, Ralph; . . Myers, Rozetta Flora; . .

Mann, Carol S. Miller

Dec. 15, 1940 - April 1, 2012

GOSHEN - Carol S. Mann, 71, died at her home early Sunday morning, April 1, 2012, after a long battle with cancer.

She was born Dec. 15, 1940, in Kouts, to the late Ralph O. and Lila (Martin) Miller. She married Richard Mann at Prairie Street Mennonite Church, Elkhart, on Oct. 4, 1959. He preceded her in death July 7, 1993.

She is survived by a daughter, Terri (Rodney) Masters of Millersburg; a son, Ritchie Mann of Goshen; two grandchildren, Stefanie and Ricky Masters; two sisters, Shirlee (Dean) Lambright of Jacksonville, Fla., Jean (Stan) Shriner of Bristol; and two brothers, Gerald E. Miller of Sarasota, Fla., and David R. Miller of Jacksonville.

A 1958 graduate of Jefferson High School, she retired after 25 years as the mailroom coordinator from Mennonite Mission Network, formerly Mennonite Board of Missions.

She was a member of College Mennonite Church and "The Classy Ladies." She enjoyed wintering in Siesta Key, Fla., walking, reading, doing Sudoku puzzles and baking/cooking. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family.

Friends may call from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday in the Koinonia Room at College Mennonite Church prior to a 6 p.m. memorial service. The service will include music by the Shalom Ringers with her son, Ritchie. Pastors Pamela Yoder and Phil Waite will officiate. A private burial will be in Prairie Street Cemetery, Elkhart.

Memorial contributions may be made to ADEC, Goshen Cancer Center or College Mennonite Church.

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

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

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Mann, Carol S. Miller, 71, of Goshen, Indiana died April 1, 2012 at the same place. She was born December 15, 1940 at Kouts, Indiana to Ralph O. and Lila (Martin) Miller. On October 4, 1959 at Elkhart, Indiana she was married to Richard Mann, who died July 7 1993.

Surviving are children, Terri (Rodney) Masters, and Ritchie Mann, two grandchildren, two sisters, Shirlee (Dean) Lambright, and Jean (Stan) Shriner, and two brothers, Gerald E., and David R.

Memorial services were held April 4, 2012 at College Mennonite Church, Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN with burial in Prairie Street Cemetery, Elkhart, Indiana.

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


Martens, Elvina Neufeld

Feb. 11, 1926 - April 11, 2012

GOSHEN - Elvina N. Martens, 86, died Wednesday, April 11, 2012, at Greencroft Healthcare following a stroke on April 5.

She was born Feb. 11, 1926, in Chicago to the late John T. and Catherine (Wiens) Neufeld. She married Rudolph C. Martens Dec. 28, 1951, in Chicago.

He survives along with two sons, John (Danile) Martens of Mishawaka and Philip (Janet Liechty) Martens of Champaign, Ill.; a daughter, Elizabeth (Cleon) Claassen of Moses Lake, Wash.; six grandchildren; a great-grandchild; a sister, Edith (Steve) Michelovic of Philadelphia, Miss.; and a brother, Ernest (Lila Penner) Neufeld of Mountain Lake, Minn.

She was preceded in death by two sisters, Esther Kressly and Helen Coon.

Elvina graduated from the University of Illinois Medical School in 1950. She served as a missionary doctor in the Democratic Republic of the Congo for 18 years. After retiring from the mission field she practiced medicine in Illinois and Indiana. She was a member of the Silverwood Mennonite Church and the Mennonite Medical Association.

Friends may call from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home. A 4 p.m. Monday memorial service will be conducted at Silverwood Mennonite Church, Goshen. Pastor Ron Guengerich will officiate.

Memorial contributions may be made to AIMM - Africa InterMennonite Mission.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
April 13, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Martin, Allan M., 88, of Fairmount Homes, Ephrata, formerly of Womelsdorf, passed away on Monday, January 9, 2012. His wife, the former Mabel Wise Martin, passed away July 18, 2001. He was the son of the late Harry M. and Elizabeth Martin ­Martin. He was a member of the Martin's Mennonite Church of the Weaverland Conference. Allan was a retired farmer. He enjoyed attending antique sales in his later years.

He is survived by five daughters, Grace wife of Mark Sadler of Richland; Joyce wife of Aaron Fox of Savannah, NY; Jane wife of Lloyd Burkholder of Lebanon; Mabel wife of Mervin Weiler of Womelsdorf; Marian wife of Jay Ervin Rutt of Womelsdorf and a son, Glenn husband of Esther Mae Burkholder Martin of Womelsdorf, 29 grandchildren; 79 great grandchildren and a sister-in-law, Ida Martin of East Earl.

He was preceded in death by four sisters, six brothers and a great granddaughter.

A funeral is planned for Friday, January 13, at 9:30 AM at the Martin's Mennonite Church, 765 Church Road, Womelsdorf, PA. Interment will be made in the adjoining church cemetery. A viewing will be held on Thursday, January 12, at the Fairview ­Mennonite Reception Center, 141 Jackson Road, Lebanon, PA from 2 to 4 PM and 6 to 8 PM. Please omit flowers. Clauser Funeral Home, Inc. is handling his arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 1/11/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Amos S., 93, of Ephrata, passed away on Sunday, March 11, 2012, at Ephrata Manor.

Born in Terre Hill, he was the son of the late John Z. and Magdalena (Sauder) Martin and was the husband of the late Barbara H. (Weaver) Martin, who passed away in 2009.

He was a member of Harvest Fellowship Church, Stevens, where he had served as a Sunday school teacher. He enjoyed woodworking and traveling.

A farmer for most of his life, Amos had also worked for Richard Posey Small Engine Repair and Hollingers Lawn Care.

Amos is survived by four daughters: Irma, wife of Lloyd Esbenshade of Manheim; Magdalena, wife of Ernest Moyer of Lake Worth, FL; Eleanor, widow of Clarence Wenrich of Ephrata; and Mary Jane, widow of Floyd Sensenig of Denver; two sons: Willis, husband of Twila (Esch) Martin of Lititz and Earl, husband of Jane (Esch) Martin of Manheim; 16 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; 3 great great grandchildren; three brothers: Clayton S., husband of Rachel (Auker) Martin of Lititz; David, husband of Vera Martin of Mt. Airy; and Samuel, husband of Ella ­Martin of Denver.

Besides his parents and wife, Amos was preceded in death by his son, Leroy Martin; two brothers, Christian and John Martin; two sisters, Anna Hoover and Elizabeth Martin; and a sister-in-law, Pearl Martin.

A viewing will be held on Tuesday, March 13th, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Harvest Fellowship, 34 W. Church Street, Stevens, with an additional viewing on Wednesday, from 9 to 10 a.m., at the church, followed by funeral services held at 10 a.m., with Pastors Eugene Weaver and Ervin Miller officiating. Burial will take place in the Springville Mennonite Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Amos's memory may be made to Ephrata Manor Caring Fund, 99 Bethany Rd., Ephrata, PA 17522.

Arrangements by ­Roseboro Stradling Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc

Intelligencer Journal - 3/13/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Audrey L. Miller, 83, of Greencastle, PA died May 30, 2012 in the Coffman Nursing Home of Hagerstown MD where she has been a resident for the past seven years. Born February 17, 1929 in Warrenton, VA, to Marshall and Cora (Strickler) Miller. She and her husband, Robert L. Martin were married in 1946.

Audrey retired from Corning Glass Works of Greencastle. She was a member of the Cedar Grove Mennonite Church of Greencastle and was a 1946 graduate of Greencastle High School.

Surviving family in addition to her husband are three daughters Linda Altizer-McElroy Hagerstown, MD, Shirley George, Waynesboro, PA, Pamela Frushour, Smithsburg, MD, two sons Robert L. Martin, Waynesboro, PA and Ronald E. Martin, Greencastle, PA, ten grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren.

She was the last of her immediate family and was preceded in death by one brother and two sisters.

Funeral services were June 4 at 10:30 A.M. from the Harold M. Zimmerman And Son Funeral Home Greencastle, PA with Pastors Steve Fretz and Chad Carter officiating. Burial will be in the Cedar Grove Mennonite Church Cemetery near Greencastle, PA.

Source: Harold M. Zimmerman And Son
Funeral Home Greencastle, PA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Martin, Austin James

MIFFLINBURG - Austin James Martin, 10, of Mifflinburg, passed away from injuries suffered in a garden tractor rollover accident at 6:50 p.m. Monday, Oct. 22, 2012, at his home.

He was born Aug. 14, 2002, in Mifflinburg, a son of Kenneth Weaver and Dorothy (Martin) Martin, of Mifflinburg.

Austin was a very active boy who loved the outdoors.

Surviving are three siblings, Kimberly Rose Martin, Dorie Beth Martin and Michael Kenny Martin, all at home; maternal grandparents, Eli Z. and Emma B. Reiff, of Mifflinburg; and maternal great-grandparents, Rufus N. and Katie H. Martin, of Mifflinburg, and Laura N. Reiff, of Millmont.

He was preceded in death by paternal grandparents, Leroy W. and Sarah W. Martin, and maternal great-grandfather, Aaron Reiff.

Family and friends are invited to the viewing from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the home of Kenneth W. and Dorothy M. Martin, 3370 Forest Hill Road, Mifflinburg. The funeral will be held at 8:45 a.m. Friday at the family home with additional services at 10 a.m. Friday in County Line Mennonite Church, 1087 St. Thomas Road, Mount Pleasant Mills, with Bishop Lester M. Martin, Jay Paul Hoover, Merlin B. Fox and Jonathan Martin officiating.

Interment will be in County Line Mennonite Church Cemetery, Mount Pleasant Mills. Serving as casket bearers will be Derick A. Martin, Leonard M. Martin, Dana J. Reiff and Mervin R. Reiff.

The family has requested that flowers be omitted.

Funeral arrangements are by the Dominick T. Adamo Funeral Home, 247 Chestnut St., Mifflinburg.

Sunbury Daily Item - 10/24/2012
Sunbury, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Betty L., 66, of Harrisburg passed away at Landis Homes in Lancaster on Tuesday, November 27, 2012. She was born to Rhoda H. (Thomas) Martin and the late Harry G. Martin on August 9, 1946 in Lancaster.

Bette earned a master's degree in nursing from the University of Pennsylvania and varied certifications to include Adult Psychiatric/ Mental Health Nursing and Guided Imagery and Music. Bette specialized in bereavement through various health organizations as well as a private practice. She was a life long nurse/educator whose career took her mainly to NYC and Virginia Beach and finally back home to central PA. She was most recently employed as Geriatric Unit Nurse Case Manager/Care Coordinator at PA Psychiatric Institute in Harrisburg, PA, where she had helped others heal while touching their lives.

She was an active member of the Association for Music and Imagery and the American Psychiatric Nurses Association.

Bette was a wonderful cook who enjoyed all sorts of cuisines, loved to garden and travel with her close circle of friends. Her love of music was a big part of her life as well as the healing therapy she practiced and shared with others. With no children of her own, she always spoke of her feline companions as part of her family. An avid WITF fan, she was an integral part of the Facing Cancer Together project where she blogged about her experience with cancer.

Ms. Martin is survived by her sister; Beverly J. Martin and brother; Richard L. husband of Michele Martin.

A life celebration service will be held on Friday, December 28th at 3 p.m. at West Bethany Chapel located at Landis Homes, 1001 East Oregon Road, Lititz, PA 17543.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Best Little Cat House in PA, a non-profit and one of the nation's longest running organizations providing hospice care to terminally ill cats. Donations can be made in Bette Martin's name and mailed to PO Box 6346, Harrisburg, PA 17112 or online at www.thebestlittlecathousein <http://www.thebestlittlecathousein/>...
The Gundel Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 12/16/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Brendan Lamar

MOUNT PLEASANT MILLS - Brendan Lamar Martin, 3, of Mount Pleasant Mills, died from injuries sustained from a farming accident on Saturday, Aug. 25, 2012, in Port Trevorton.

He was born June 27, 2009, in Juniata County, a son of Kevin L. and Regina M. (Brubaker) Martin, of Mount Pleasant Mills.

Brendan attended with his parents Stauffer Old Order Mennonite Church, Port Trevorton, Upper District.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by a brother, Kurtis Martin at home; paternal grandparents, Calvin and Margaret Martin, of Port Trevorton; maternal grandparents, Marvin and Eva Brubaker, of Port Trevorton; paternal great-grandmother, Martha Martin, of Port Trevorton; maternal great-grandfather, Raymond Martin, of Selinsgrove; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Brendan was preceded by his paternal great-grandfather, Ira Martin; paternal great-grandparents, Paul and Della Martin; maternal great-grandmother, Edna Martin; maternal great-grandparents, Paul and Eva Brubaker; and a uncle, Lee Martin.

A viewing for family and friends will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. and from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the home of his maternal grandparents, Marvin and Eva Brubaker, 976 Locust Grove Road, Port Trevorton. Funeral services will be held at 8:15 a.m. Wednesday at the home of his maternal grandparents with further services at 9 a.m. at Riverview Mennonite Church, Old Trail and Oriental Road, Liverpool.

Burial will be made in the adjoining church cemetery.

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

Sunbury Daily Item - 8/27/2012
Sunbury, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Carl S., 90, of Newburg, PA died March 27, 2012 in his home. Born February 18, 1922 in Letterkenny Township, Franklin Co., PA to Isaac Carl and Grace E. Sollenberger Martin.

Carl was a member of the Rowe Mennonite Church, Shippensburg, PA. He was a self employed dairy farmer, a heavy equipment operator and in his later years a dairy cattle dealer.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years Mildred Eloise Shunk Martin whom he married February 25, 1950, one son, C. James Martin and his wife Barbara of Titusville, four daughters, Victoria A. McDonald and her husband Jeff of Orrstown, Cynthia M. Barber and her husband Tommy of Riceville, TN, Jennifer L. Mundwiler and her husband Michael of Clinton, TN, and Emily R. Martin and her husband Sidney of Orrstown, six grandchildren, five great grandchildren, three brothers, Ralph E. Martin of Orwigsburg, Arthur L. Martin of Lake Havasu, AZ, and Herbert S. Martin of Quarryville.

Funeral services was March 31, 2012 in the Rowe Mennonite Church at 10 a.m. Officiatingwill be Pastors Nathan Wadel, John Horst, Allen Martin, and Mark Gayman. Burial will be in the Rowe Cemetery.

Source: Fogelsanger-Bricker Funeral
Home Inc., Shippensburg, PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Martin, Carl W., 90, died Friday morning, March 23, at Fairmount Wheat Ridge nursing facility where he was given eleven months of loving care by an excellent nursing staff.

As a skilled woodworker, he was employed as a carpenter, cabinet maker and kitchen cabinet installer at Rutt Custom Kitchens and Conestoga Valley Custom Kitchens. He is a member and a retired pastor of Gehman Mennonite Church, Adams-town; also a member of the Lancaster Mennonite Historical Society.

Born in Brecknock Township, he was the son of the late Aaron and Alice Martin.

He was married to the late Virginia I. Martin for 52 years. A second marriage, he is survived by Margaret W. Shirk Martin, widow of the late Leon Shirk.

Surviving in addition to his wife are three daughters, Lois, wife of Larry Martin of Robesonia, Arlene, wife of David Hollinger, East Earl and Sharon, wife of the late Lester Kurtz of Bowmansville; two sons, Glen, husband of Mary Landis Martin of Adamstown, Delmar, husband of Kathy Newswanger Martin, Mohnton; two brothers, Weaver of Adamstown, Warren of Oley; a sister, Viola, of Harrisonburg, VA; four stepsons, Maynard, husband of Alice Hess Shirk, Conestoga, Carl, husband of Sharon Lantz Shirk, Stumptown, David, husband of Dolores Good Shirk, East Earl, Dale, husband of Verda Kauffman Shirk, Terre Hill; 17 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren, 13 step grandchildren and 13 step great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by two sisters: Lucy Good and Esther Gehman and a brother, Paul Martin.

His funeral will be held on Tuesday, March 27, at 10 a.m. at Gehman's Mennonite Church with Pastor Phil Horning officiating. Interment will be in Gehman's Mennonite Cemetery. A viewing will be held on Monday from 6-8 p.m. at Fairmount Homes Wheat Ridge Chapel and at the church on Tuesday from 9-10 a.m. If desired, memorials may be made to Gideon's International, Lancaster East Camp, P. O. Box 241, New Holland, PA 17557. The Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill is in charge of arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 3/24/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Carlton Richard, 63, of 17558 Reiff Church Road, Hagerstown, Md., passed away Wednesday, March 28, 2012, at his home after a 1 1/2-year battle with lymphoma. Born Tuesday, Feb. 8, 1949, in Hagerstown, he was the son of the late Allen H. Martin and Cora M.(Horst) Martin.

He was employed as a farmer and with King Oil Co., and most recently as a truck driver for FedEx Corp. He was a member of the Clear Spring Mennonite Church.

He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Lorraine Marie (Eby) Martin; stepmother, Louise Martin of Maugansville, Md.; sons, Neil Richard Martin and wife, Alta, of Chambersburg, Pa., Elson Dale Martin and wife, Wendy, Carlin Dwayne Martin and wife, Cheryl, both of Hagerstown, and Kenrick Allen Martin and wife, Lynette, of Waynesboro, Pa.; sisters, Miriam Hostetter of Hagerstown, Elaine Martin of Greencastle, Pa., and Ethel Miller of Waynesboro; brother, Donald Martin of Hagerstown; and 14 grandchildren.

Services will be held Saturday, March 31, at 10 a.m. at the Clear Spring Mennonite Church, Clear Spring, Md., with the church ministry officiating. Family will receive friends at the church on Friday, March 30, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Interment will be at the Clear Spring Mennonite Church Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Douglas A. Fiery Funeral Home, 1331 Eastern Blvd. North, Hagerstown.

Herald-Mail - 3/29/2012
Hagerstown, MD
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Curtis F. "Paw Paw", 74, of Denver, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, Thursday, April 26, 2012 at Lancaster General Hospital.

He was born in Akron to the late Christian and Elizabeth (Felpel) Martin. He was the loving husband of Lana (Afflerbach) Martin.

Curt was a Paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne and retired from Summers Trucking, where he drove for 16 years. He was a life member of the Reinholds VFW. Curt enjoyed NASCAR, car trips, and spending time with family and his puppy "Tucker."

In addition to his wife, Curt is survived by 2 daughters, Michelle, wife of Jeffrey Ludwig of Denver, Tracey Reichenbach, companion of Gerald Heverling of Denver; 2 granddaughters, Rebecca Ludwig and Morgan Reichenbach; 4 additional children; a brother, George F. Martin of FL; and 4 sisters, Bertha, wife of Horace Mast of Morgantown, Elizabeth, wife of Jake Coleman of NJ, Rosella Clugston, companion of James Dull of Lititz, and Sarah, wife of Dan Nafziger of Lancaster.

He was preceded in death by 7 brothers and 2 sisters.

A viewing will be held on Tuesday, May 1, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Roseboro Stradling Funeral Home, 533 Walnut Street, Denver. An additional viewing will be held on Wednesday, from 9 to 10 a.m. at the funeral home followed by funeral services at 10 a.m. Interment will take place in the Memory Gardens Memorial Cemetery. Military honors will be accorded by the Red Rose Honor Guard.
Arrangements by Roseboro Stradling Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc., Denver.

Intelligencer Journal - 4/29/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Donald B., 77, of Chambersburg, PA, died December 4, 2012 at Holy Spirit Hospital, Camp Hill, PA. Born March 18, 1935 in Shippensburg, PA to Amos and Louise (Besore) Martin. His wife was Charlotte (Landis) Martin, whom he married November 19, 1955. He was a member of the Chambersburg Mennonite Church, where he served as a trustee and on various church committees. He served on the board of Menno Haven Retirement Community and the Cumberland Valley Relief Center, where he was instrumental in the planning and construction of both the CVRC building near Marion, and the New Life Thrift Store in Chambersburg.

Survived by his wifw Charlotte and three children, Gregory L. Martin (wife Annette) of Chambersburg, Kathy J. Grove (husband Marlin) of Greencastle, and Bradley L. Martin (girlfriend Barbara Hoover) of Chambersburg; six cherished grandchildren, Tyler, Allison, Megan, Candice, Olivia, and Lauren; one sister, Evelyn Martin of Huyetts, MD; one sister-in-law, Catherine Martin of Chambersburg; and four brothers-in-law, Menno Landis, Jr. of Chambersburg, Daniel Landis (wife Joanne) of Broomall, PA, Rev. Richard Landis (wife Lois) of Mountville, PA, and Rev. Ray Landis (wife Joyce) of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers, Harold, Ellis, and Robert.

A memorial service was December 8, 2012 at Chambersburg Mennonite Church, Chambersburg, PA with Rev. Richard Landis and Rev. Jerry Roth officiating. Interment in the adjoining church cemetery will be private.

Thomas L. Geisel Funeral Home and
Cremation Center, Chambersburg, PA.
Submitted and Editted by Leon Hertzler


Martin, Donald Hoye, age 92, a resident of the Mennonite Fellowship Home, 12349 Huyett Lane, Hagerstown, Md., died at 7:15 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2012, in the home.

Born Nov. 11, 1919, in Hagerstown, he was the son of the late J. Ira and Lydia (Martin) Martin.

Mr. Martin was the founder of Paramount Feed and Supply of Hagerstown. He and his wife, Esther M. (Diller) Martin, were married Feb. 6, 1941. She died on March 26, 2008.

Surviving family are one son, Darrel R. Martin, Hagerstown; two daughters, Darlene F. Horst and Lois S. Horst, both of Hagerstown; one sister, Lois Eshleman of Landis Homes, Lancaster, Pa.; 12 grandchildren and 50 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by three brothers, Lawrence Martin, Aldus Martin and Clair Martin; and eight great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Jan. 17, at 10 a.m. from the Reiff Mennonite Church near Cearfoss, with the Reiff Mennonite Church Ministry officiating. Burial will be in the adjoining church cemetery.

The family will receive friends at the church on Monday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. and one hour before the service on Tuesday. The family requests that flowers be omitted.

Arrangements were handled by the Harold M. Zimmerman and Son Funeral Home of Greencastle, Pa.

Herald-Mail - 1/12/12
Hagerstown, MD
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Edna S. Zimmerman

SELINSGROVE - Edna S. Martin, 80, of Selinsgrove, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 12, 2012, at her home.

Edna was born March 10, 1931, in Ephrata, Lancaster County, a daughter of the late Phares and Elizabeth "Lizzie' (Sensenig) Zimmerman. On March 17, 1951, she married Raymond S. Martin, who survives. Her passing breaks a marital union of 60 years.

She was a member of Stauffer's Old Order Mennonite Church, Port Trevorton.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by her 12 children and their spouses, Paul Martin, at home, Clarence and Marilyn Martin, of Selinsgrove, Edwin and Miriam Martin, of Port Trevorton, Harvey and Teresa Martin, of Lewisburg, Ethan and Alice Martin, of Port Trevorton, James and Grace Martin, of Bainbridge, Ohio, Carson and Louise Martin, of Selinsgrove, John R. and Sharon Martin, of Selinsgrove, Irvin and Bertha Martin, of Medina, N.Y., Eva Brubaker, wife of Marvin, of Port Trevorton, MaryAnn Martin, wife of Phares, of Albion, N.Y., and Elizabeth Brubacker, wife of Kevin, of Lyndonville, N.Y.; 97 grandchildren; 56 great-grandchildren; four brothers and sisters-in-law, Harvey and Arlene Zimmerman, of Brekenbridge, Ky., Allen and Mary Zimmerman, of Tennessee, Ivan and Ida Zimmerman, of Kentucky, and Alvin and Ellen Zimmerman, of Lyndonville, N.Y.; four sisters, Amelia Eckhart, of South Carolina, Civilla Stauffer, wife of John, of Tunas, Mo., Anna Gehman, wife of Lloyd, of Sample, Ky., and Ruth Bauman, wife of Titus, of Stephenport, Ky.; a sister-in-law, Sara Zimmerman, of Mount Pleasant Mills; and many nieces and nephews.

Edna was preceded by one daughter-in-law, Ida S. Martin; one grandson, Michael Martin; one granddaughter, Betty Martin; one brother, Luke Zimmerman; and one brother-in-law, Robert Eckhart.

The family will receive friends for the viewing from 1 to 4 and 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday at the family home, 3500 Middlecreek Road, Selinsgrove. The funeral will be held at 8:30 a.m. Monday in the family home with further services at 9:30 a.m. in Stauffer's Old Order Mennonite Church, Produce Road, Port Trevorton.

Burial will be made in the adjoining church cemetery.

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

Lebanon Daily News - 1/13/2012
Lebanon, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Eldon C., 90, formerly of Mountville, PA died September 25, 2012, at Landis Homes Lititz, PA. He was born in Hagerstown, Md., on September 29, 1921, a son of the late Clarence and Esther (Martin) Martin. He was the husband of E. Ruth (Hossler) Martin and the late Anna M. (Newcomer) Martin. He was a member of Stony Brook Mennonite Church York, PA.

Survived by his wife Anna, and two daughters, Reta Steffee and husband Rev. Larry Steffee of Dowelltown, Tenn., and Elva Knesic and husband Joseph of Manchester; two sons, Jerry Martin and wife Garnette of York and Joel Martin and wife Linda of Manchester; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; a brother, Harold E. Martin of Phoenix, Ariz.; and a sister, Leola Bange of Hagerstown.

He was preceded in death by his first wife Ruth and a son, John Eldon Martin.

A funeral service was September 28, 2012, at Stony Brook Mennonite Church, York, PA with his Pastor James I. Heindel officiating. Burial will be in Stony Brook Cemetery.

York Daily Record & York Dispatch on Sept. 26, 2012
Submitted and Edited by Leon Hertzler


Martin, Elizabeth Sauder, 102, of New Holland, Lancaster Co., PA died May 31, 2012 at the same place from cancer.

She was born October 31, 1909 in Caernarvon Twp, Lancaster Co., PA to Peter Eaby and Ida Emma (Martin) Sauder. Peter was born December 1, 1872 and died October 31, 1963. Ida was April 11, 1872 and died September 20, 1838

On November 22, 1930 in Caernarvon Twp., Lancaster Co., PA she was married to Daniel Hoover Martin, who was born November 22, 1904 and died August 31, 1976.

Surviving are children, Mary (Paul) Zehr, Luke (Mary Kauffman), Aaron (Ruth Parsons), Raymond (Luann Habegger), Robert (Sarah Martin), Earl (Patricia Hostetter), and Grace (James) Dickerson, 23 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren, and two sisters, Cora Sweigart (Samuel Sweigart deceased), and Ida Brubaker (John Brubaker deceased).

A brother, Alvin (Mary Sauder) Sauder, and a sister, Grace (Leroy) Eberly (Spouses also deceased) preceded her in death.

Authored three family genealogies: Bishop Jonas H. Martin: His Life and Genealogy; The Ancestors and Descendants of Amos W. Martin and Elizabeth H. Martin (both with Raymond S. Martin); and A Sauder Family History, Ancestors and Descendants of Samuel G. Sauder and Elizabeth Eaby (with Raymond S. Martin, Mary M. Zehr and Joyce Elaine Weaver Stoner).

Memorial services were held June 5, 2012 at Garden Spot Village Chapel, New Holland, PA with burial in Weaverland Mennonite Cemetery, East Earl, Lancaster Co., PA.

Submitted by: Luke S, Martin, Allentown, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Martin, Erma J. Sensenig

STEVENS Erma J. (Sensenig) Martin, 63, loving wife and mother, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 22, 2012, at her residence after a nine year illness with cancer. She was born in Lancaster to the late John and Mary (Nolt) Sensenig and was the wife of Ellis M. Martin. The couple celebrated their 43rd wedding anniversary this past September 20th. Erma was a member of the New Haven Mennonite Church Mid Atlantic Conference. She will always be remembered for her generous heart and acts of service.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by her children, Rosalie, wife of James Good of Mohnton, Regina, wife of Rodney Martin of East Earl, Thomas, husband of Sheri Weaver of Denver, John, husband of Janelle Fox of Denver, Coleen, wife of Jason Brubaker of Myerstown, Benjamin, husband of Corrie Horst of Denver; 12 granddaughters; 12 grandsons; siblings, Anna, wife of Titus Burkholder, Noah, husband of Esther (Weaver) Sensenig, Barbara, wife of Paul Hursh, Ruth, wife of the late Paul Hoover, Frances, wife of Harlan Martin, John, husband of Pauline Sensenig, Evelyn Snyder, Milton, husband of the late Susan (Eberly) Sensenig, Melvin, husband of the Phoebe Sensenig, F. David, husband of Betty Sensenig, Verna, wife of Leon Burkholder, Esther, wife of Lloyd Fox.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a grandson and a sister, Mary Etta, wife of Harlan Weaver.

A viewing will be held on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the New Haven Mennonite Church, 225 Crest Road, Lititz. An additional viewing will be held on Wednesday from 9 to 10 a.m. followed by her funeral services at the church with officiating ministry, Leroy Martin, Glenn Fox, Lynford Rutt and Amos Hurst. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery. Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.

Lebanon Daily News - 9/24/2012
Lebanon, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Erwin G., 94, formerly of Terre Hill, PA, died Sunday, March 25, 2012, at Fairmount Homes. He was preceded in death by his wife M. Arlene (Brendle) Martin in 2008. Born 1918 in Terre Hill, PA to Noah H. and Emma (Gehman) Martin. He was a member of Weaverland Mennonite Church He was ordained in 1953 and served at Deacon for 34 years. He had been in Civilian Public Service in Grottoes, VA.

Erwin was a sewing machine mechanic and had worked at the former SLC Corp, Blue Ball, and the former Her Majesty sewing factory, New Holland. He raised birds, including peacocks, quail and pheasants, and after retirement, he built small tractors and enjoyed traveling.

Surviving are his children: Thelma, married to Ronald Riley, Port Charlotte, FL, Lucille, married to Larry Groff of Denver, PA, Nevin, married to Ruth Ann (Bowman) Martin, Terre Hill, Gary, married to Jean (Lentz) Martin, East Earl, Sue, married to Michael Eby, Terre Hill, and Lauren, married to Kim (Weaver) Martin, Glenwood Springs, CO, 17 grandchildren, 32 great grandchildren, and two brothers, Marvin G., married to Patricia (Grimes) Martin, New Holland, and Lester R., married to Dorothy Stauffer, Denver, PA.

He was preceded in death by his brothers Alvin, Leon, Chester and Paul Martin, and a sister Kathryn Horst-Horning, and two great granddaughters, Alisha and Ashley Martin.

Funeral services were March 29, 2012 at Weaverland Mennonite Church, with Bishop C. Kenneth Martin, and Pastors Leon Hurst, Brian Martin and Phil Groff officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery.

Source: Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill, PA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Martin, Garrett Ray, 3, of Lititz, passed away after a year-long battle with Cancer, on Tuesday, March 13, 2012 at his home.

He was born in Ephrata to Gary Ray and Ruth (Burkholder) Martin of Lititz.

In addition to his parents, Garrett is survived by sisters, Katelyn R., Heidi J., Amanda J., Aleah F. Martin, all at home; and a brother, Sean M. Martin, at home; paternal grandparents, Raymon, husband of Mabel (Rutt) Martin of Lititz; maternal grandparents, Leon, husband of Verna (Sensenig) Burkholder of Ephrata; paternal great grandparents, Paul, husband of Emma (Rutt) Martin of Farmersville; and several uncles, aunts, and cousins.

A viewing will be held on Thursday, March 15, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., at Farm Crest Chapel, Fairmount Homes, 1100 Farm Crest Dr., Ephrata. Funeral services will be held on Friday at 9 a.m. from Farm Crest Chapel, with further services at 9:30 a.m. from South Hinkletown ­Mennonite Church, Weaverland Conference, 573 E. Farmersville Rd., New Holland, with Bishop Amos Martin officiating. Interment will take place in the adjoining church cemetery.

Kindly omit flowers.

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

Intelligencer Journal - 3/15/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Gilbert S., 73, of Strasburg, died at LGH on January 3, 2012 following a brief illness. He was the husband of Sylvia (Stauffer) Martin for 55 years.

Gilbert was a retired farmer and drove truck for Stauffer Trucking, Oehme Pies, Way Services and Friendly Transportation. He was a member of the Strasburg Sportsman's Association and enjoyed cooking. Gilbert was an avid ­reader.

Born in Blue Ball, he was the son of the late Allen and Edna (Steffy) Martin. Gilbert is also survived by two ­daughters, Donna Knosp of Lancaster and Dianne Martin of Strasburg; a daughter-in-law, Jean (Newell) of Ephrata, wife of his son, the late Darryl Martin; grandchildren, ­Janessa married to Doug Daniels of Manheim and Jared Knosp of Lancaster; a great-granddaughter, Brooke Daniels of Manheim; and three brothers, Mervin A. Martin of Millersville, Nelson E. Martin of Ephrata and Ronald L. married to Jane Martin of Lancaster.

The Viewing will be Monday, January 9, 2012 from 12 until 2 PM in the Bachman Funeral Home, 7 South Decatur Street, Strasburg, PA. The funeral is 2 PM from the funeral home with Pastor Tim Patterson officiating. Interment in Strasburg­Mennonite Cemetery.

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


Martin, Harvey Z., 71, of East Earl, entered into rest peacefully on March 21, 2012, at his residence, after a brief illness.

The youngest of 11 children, he was born in New Holland, the son of the late Ivan S. and Lena (Zimmerman) Martin. He was the husband of Frances R. (Hoover) Martin, with whom he shared 50 years of marriage.

He was a member of the Churchtown Mennonite Church of the Weaverland Conference and a self employed carpenter.

Surviving in addition to his wife is a son, John Roy Martin of Newmanstown; eight daughters, Elaine, wife of Lowell Martin of Denver, Wilma, wife of Marvin Fox of Denver, Marie, wife of Cloyd Martin II of New Holland, Janice, wife of Jeffrey Martin of East Earl, Brenda, wife of Heath Nell of Newmanstown, Mary Jane, wife of Scott Good of Newmanstown, Bernice, wife of Linford Weaver of East Earl, and Regina, wife of Jay Martin of Denver; 38 grandchildren; and nine great grandchildren.

Also surviving is a brother, Amos Z. Martin of East Earl; and four sisters, Ada Z. Martin of Denver, Lena Z. Martin of New Holland, Katie Z. Nolt of Ephrata, and Esther Z. Hoover of Ephrata.

He was preceded in death by three brothers, Paul, Ivan, and Aaron; and two sisters, Emma Martin and Anna Reiff.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 26 at 9 a.m. at Fairmount Homes Farm Crest Chapel, 1100 Farm Crest Dr., Ephrata with further services at 9:30 a.m. at the Weaverland Mennonite Church with the Bishop Leon S. Zimmerman officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing will be held on Sunday at the Farm Crest Chapel from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Groff-High Funeral Hom
e, New Holland.

Intelligencer Journal - 3/22/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Ida N. Oberholtzer, 94, of East Earl, passed away on Saturday, April 14, 2012 at Fairmount Homes, Ephrata.

She was born in Lancaster County to the late Joseph R. and Lizzie M. (Nolt) Oberholtzer and was the wife of the late Paul M. Martin, who died July 1983.

Ida was a member of Bowmansville Mennonite Church.

Ida is survived by a son, Norman, husband of Ruth Martin of Myerstown; 2 daughters, Elva, wife of the late Delmas Burkholder of Peach Bottom, Irene, wife of Samuel Hurst of East Earl; 10 grandchildren; 6 step grandchildren; 29 great grandchildren; 34 step great grandchildren; 12 step great great grandchildren; brother, John Oberholtzer of Richland; and sister, Lydia, wife of the late Menno Weaver of Myers-town.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by 2 great grandchildren; 3 brothers, Levi and Amos Oberholtzer and an infant brother; and 5 sisters, Mary Horst, Anna Sensenig, Ella Martin, Lizzie Martin, and Katie Oberholtzer.

A viewing will be held on Tuesday, April 17, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Martindale Reception Center, 352 Martindale Rd., Ephrata. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 9:30 a.m., from the Springville Mennonite Church, Weaverland Conference, Ephrata Township, with Bishop Leon S. Zimmerman officiating. Interment will follow in the adjoining church cemetery.

Kindly omit flowers.

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

Intelligencer Journal - 4/17/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Jay Henry

MYERSTOWN - Jay Henry Martin, 36, passed away Saturday June 16, 2012, in the Lehigh Muhlenberg Hospital. He was born in Reading, a son of Laura R. Hoover Martin of Myerstown and the late Henry H. Martin. Mr. Martin was a Truck Salesman for Kenworth of Pennsylvania, Carlisle and Cumberland Truck, Ephrata. Jay was a member of the Lebanon Area Evangelical Free Church, Jonestown.

Surviving are his mother; brothers and sisters; Raymond H. Martin of Lebanon, Leon H., husband of Debbie Rittle Martin of Myerstown, Clair H., husband of Lisa Goshert of Myerstown, Louise H, wife of Edwin Hoover Jr. of Reinholds, Ella Mae, wife of David Zimmerman of Reinholds; nieces and nephews, Joel, Emily, Brooke, Justin, Julie, Jo Ella, Jayson, Samantha, Jennifer, Laura, Alex, and Michael.

Funeral Services will be held on Thursday at 10 a.m. in the Lebanon Area Evangelical Free Church, 600 Shepherd St., Jonestown, 17036. Viewing will be on Wednesday, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. as well as 9 a.m. Thursday until the time of the service. Interment will be in Mt. Zion Mennonite Church Cemetery, 213 Deep Run Rd, Myerstown. Contributions may be made to Laura R. Martin at 399 East Rosebud Rd., Myerstown, PA 17067 or Lebanon Area Evangelical Free Church.

Lebanon Daily News - 6/19/2012
Lebanon, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, John H., 81, of 357 Hammertown Road, Narvon, died Monday, April 9, 2012 at his home. Born in Caernarvon Twp., he was the son of the late Weaver W. and Ruth (Hursh) Martin. He was married 57 years to Vera (Burkholder*) Martin. John was a farmer and a member of the Churchtown Old Order Mennonite Church of the Groffdale Conference.

Surviving in addition to his wife are two sons, David, married to Vera (Burkholder) Martin of West Virginia, and John Martin of Saegertown; four daughters, Erma, married to Martin Zeiset of Wisconsin, Edna, married to Weaver Burkholder of Saegertown, Alice, married to Glen Ringler of East Earl; and Mary, married to Lewis Horst of East Earl; 31 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; a brother, Joseph, married to Lydia Ann Martin; and a sister, Maggie Martin.

Preceding him in death is a son Edward Martin; and three brothers, Daniel, Paul, and Weaver Martin.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 12 at 9 a.m. at the late home with further services at 9:30 a.m. at the Churchtown Old Order Mennonite Church with the Bishop Elam Zimmerman officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing will be held on Wednesday at the late home from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements are with the Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill.

Intelligencer Journal - 4/10/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

*Research note: Vera's name was Martin


Martin, Julia Ann Oberholtzer

REINHOLDS - Julia Ann (Oberholtzer) Martin, 42, passed away in her sleep after a three year battle with cancer on Tuesday, November 13, 2012.

She is survived by her husband, Edward L. Martin and their five children, Sheila, Kendall, Kyle, Kelsey and Jacinda, all at home. Julia was the daughter of Paul and Esther (Weaver) Oberholtzer of Narvon. Julia was a member of the Open Door Mennonite Church, Reading.

She is also survived by brothers and sisters as follows: Clinton, husband of Cindy of Myerstown; Mary, wife of Cliff Stauffer of Denver, PA; Steve, husband of Eva of Narvon; Wilma, wife of Melvin Sweigart of Springfield, S.C.; Paul Dale, husband of Marlene of Bradford; Rhoda of Narvon; and Philip, husband of Michelle of Fredericksburg.

A viewing will be held on Friday, November 16, 2012, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Calvary Mennonite Fellowship, 280 Pleasant Valley Road, East Earl. An additional viewing will be held Saturday, November 17, 9 to 10 a.m. at Calvary Mennonite Fellowship followed by funeral services at 10 a.m. with officiating ministry Lester Burkholder, James Good, Gerald Martin and H. Arthur Good. Burial will take place in the Open Door Mennonite Church Cemetery, Brecknock Township, Berks County. Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Roseboro Stradling Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc., Denver.

Lebanon Daily News - 11/15/2015
Lebanon, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Kathryn M. Lausch, 93, of New Holland, PA died July 2, 2012, at ­Garden Spot Village, New Holland. She was born in Lancaster County to Peter and Agnes (Reinhold) Lausch. Kathryn was the wife of the late Eli W. Martin, with whom she shared 48 years of marriage before his passing in 1994.

Kathryn was a member of Groffdale Mennonite Church, Leola, PA where she taught Sunday School. Kathryn was a loving homemaker as well as actively helping her husband run the farm. She enjoyed music.

Kathryn is survived by a daughter, Rhoda M., wife of Jake Smucker of Gordonville; a son, Ray M., husband of Miriam (Smoker) Martin of New Holland; 5 grandchildren, Laura, Rachel, Jonathan, Shaun and Erica Martin; and a sister, Ruth Hamilton of OH.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by, a daughter, Lois Martin; a daugher in law, Nancy Martin: a son-in-law, Paul Weaver; 4 brothers, Charles, Peter, Carl and Arthur Lausch; and 2 sisters, Mary Buch and Dorothy Mast.

A viewing will be held on Thursday, July 5, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Chapel at Garden Spot Village, 433 S. Kinzer Avenue, New Holland, followed by funeral services held at 7 p.m., with Pastor Chet Yoder officiating. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral
Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata, PA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Martin, Kelsey Yvonne, infant daughter of Wendell L. and Emily J. Zook Martin of Myerstown, passed away at 8:41 p.m. on Friday, December 28, 2012, at home.

She was born November 8, 2012 at the Women & Babies Hospital of Lancaster.

Surviving in addition to her parents is a sister Angela R. Martin, at home; maternal grandparents, Joshua & Azalea Zook of Kenton, OH; paternal grandparents, Marlin & Martha Martin of Myerstown; maternal great-grandparents, Mark & Lois Zook of Middleburg; maternal great-grandmother, Elva Martin of Denver; paternal great-grandparents, David & Lovina Martin, of Myerstown.

Funeral services will be held on Monday at 10:00 a.m. from the Richland Mennonite Church, Race Street and Hickory Road, Richland. Interment will be made in the adjoining church cemetery. Viewing will be held on Sunday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Richland Mennonite Church.

Please omit flowers. Kreamer & Lum Funeral Home is handling her arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 12/30/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Leonard B.

March 17, 1935 - Feb. 20, 2012

NEW PARIS - Leonard B. Martin, 76, of rural New Paris, passed on to his eternal reward Monday, Feb. 20, 2012, at his home.

He was born March 17, 1935, to Ezra and Lydia (Bauman) Martin near Nappanee. On Oct. 9, 1955, he was united in marriage with Rhoda Martin, who survives.

He is survived by six children, Keith (Mary Ann) Martin of Sauk Centre, Minn., Marcia (Wayne) Eberly of Goshen, Patricia (Allen) Heatwole of New Paris, Donald (Karen) Martin of Goshen, Mary Beth (Loren) Shaum of Milford and Ernest (Jolene) Martin of Brooten, Minn.; 35 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; six brothers and three sisters, Lowell, Clare, Roy and Dean, all of Nappanee, Carl of Goshen, Robert of Snover, Mich., Doris (Lowell) Weaver and Mable (Dale) Martin, both of Goshen, and Nila (Lloyd) Martin of Nappanee.

Preceding him in death were a son, Dana Devon, who died in a farm accident at age 5 in 1973; his parents; and a sister and her husband, Jason and Lorene Ramer.

He accepted Christ as his Savior in his youth and was united with the Wisler Mennonite Church where he remained faithful till death. He faithfully served the Wisler Mennonite Church as a minister and bishop as long as health permitted.

Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the RMYC located on C.R. 44 between C.R. 11 and C.R. 13 near Nappanee. A funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Yellow Creek Wisler Mennonite Church, Goshen. The home ministry will officiate. Burial will follow at the Yellow Creek Wisler Cemetery.

Memorials may be sent to Christian Aid Ministries. Online condolences may be sent at www.rrefh.com. Rieth-Rohrer-Ehret-Lienhart Funeral Home, Wakarusa, is handling arrangements.

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


Martin, Lydia Ann Martin, 95, of 121 Hurst Rd., Ephrata, died Friday, January 13, at her home. She was preceded in death by her husband, Amos W. Martin, in 1986.

Born in Brecknock Twp., she was the daughter of the late Daniel and Lydia (Shirk) Martin.

She was a homemaker and a member of the Martindale Mennonite Church, Groffdale Conference.

Surviving are five children: Rebecca M. Martin, with whom she resided; Ammon M. married to Lizzie N. Martin, Leola; Eli M. married to Nora H. Martin, Millmont; Amos M. married to Sandra L. Martin, Ronks; and Alice M. married to Samuel Z. Horning, Mifflinburg; 22 grandchildren; and 93 great grandchildren.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a son, Irvin M. Martin; two sisters: Mary Kilmer and Hettie Nolt; three brothers: Eli, Moses, and Daniel Martin; three great grandsons and two great granddaughters.

Her funeral will be held on Tuesday, January 17, at 9 AM at her late home with further services at 9:30 AM at Martindale Mennonite Church with Bishop Titus Martin officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery. A viewing will be held at her late home on Monday from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM. Kindly omit flowers. The Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill is in charge of arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 1/14/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Mary Ann, 53, of New Holland, passed away on Monday, March 19, 2012, at her residence.

She was born in Leola to the late John and Nora (Weaver) Martin.

Mary Ann was a member of Pleasant Valley Mennonite Church, Ephrata. She enjoyed music and her pet dog, Tiny. Mary Ann worked in private homecare and also at Ephrata Manor and Landis Homes.

She is survived by 4 brothers, Melvin W., husband of Ella (Nolt) Martin of Ephrata, Ivan W., husband of Anna (Hurst) Martin of Penn Yan, NY, John W., husband of Mary (Auker) Martin of East Earl, James W., husband of Alma Z. (Reiff) Martin of Ephrata; 3 sisters, Mabel W., wife of John W. Nolt of Newville, Esther W., wife of Noah Newswagner of Martinsburg, PA, Ada Mae, wife of Eugene M. Martin of New Holland; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A viewing will be held at the Pleasant Valley Mennonite Church, 140 Pleasant Valley Road, Ephrata on Wednesday, March 21, 2012 from 5 to 8 PM and Thursday 9 to 10 AM followed by funeral services at 10:00 AM with Bishop Larry N. Weaver officiating. Burial will take place in the adjoining church cemetery.

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

Intelligencer Journal - 3/20/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Miranda A., 7 month old daughter of Harvey Jr. and Lorraine Auker Martin, of Bainbridge, OH died 4:35 p.m. Saturday, January 28, 2012 at their residence. She was born June 26, 2011 in Chillicothe and was diagnosed with Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy.

She was preceded in death by a brother, Galen and a sister, Angeline.

Miranda is survived by her parents; sisters, Marcella and Elaine; brothers, Delmar and Lewis all at home; her grandparents, John and Nancy Auker of Ephrata, PA and Harvey and Barbara Martin of Bainbridge, OH; and many caring aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Visitation will be Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at the Martin Residence, 4715 St. Rt. 41 South, Bainbridge, OH from 2-4 and 6-8 pm. Funeral services will be held 8:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Martin residence and 9 a.m. Wednesday at the Stauffer Mennonite Church on Brier Rd. Burial will be in the adjoining church cemetery. Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Smith-Moore-Ebright Funeral Home of Bainbridge, OH.

Intelligencer Journal - 1/30/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Nicole Beth, 3, of Lititz, entered into rest at her home on Monday, January 9, 2012, from Spinal Muscular Atrophy.

She was born in Ephrata, a daughter of Roy W. and Jolene H. (Martin) Martin.

Surviving are a brother, Jeffrey Dean Martin; maternal grandparents, Harlan, husband of Lois Martin of New Washington, OH; paternal grandmother, Arlene Zimmerman of Ephrata; and maternal great grandparents, Adin, husband of Martha Martin of Mt. Joy.

She was preceded in death by her sister, Natalie Grace Martin, and paternal grandfather, Leroy Martin.

A viewing will be held from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM, Thursday, January 12th, at Midway Reception Center, 210 E. Lexington Rd., Lititz. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 AM, on Friday at Lime Rock Mennonite Church, Weaverland Conference, Penn Township, with Bishop Lester B. Martin officiating. Interment will follow in the adjoining church cemetery.

Kindly omit flowers. Memorial contributions in Nicole's memory may be sent to The Clinic for Special Children, 535 Bunker Hill Rd., Strasburg, PA 17579.

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

Intelligencer Journal - 1/11/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Norman W.

RICHLAND - Norman W. Martin, 91, formerly of Myerstown, died Tuesday, October 23, 2012, in the Lebanon Good Samaritan Hospital. He was the husband of Frances Martin Martin of Richland. He was born on November 14, 1920, in Ephrata Twp., Lancaster County, son of the late John W. and Mary B. Weaver Martin. He was a member of Fairview Mennonite Church of the Weaverland Conference.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by children, Raymond M. Martin and wife, Thelma of Myerstown, Lloyd M. Martin and wife, Mabel of Myerstown, Leon M. Martin and wife, Grace of New York, Harold M. Martin and wife, Joyce of Lititz, Miriam M., wife of Paul Gehman of New York, Norman M. Martin, Jr. of Richland, Grace Ann, wife of Harold Zimmerman of Myerstown, and Irvin M. Martin and wife, Kathryn of Alabama; 32 grandchildren; 105 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by brothers, Noah, Henry, Mahlon, Isaac, Benjamin, John, and Allen Martin; sisters, Lizzie Nolt and Katie Martin.

Viewing will be Sunday from 4 to 8 p.m. in the Fairview Reception Center, 141 Jackson Road, Lebanon 17042. Funeral service will be Monday at 9:30 a.m. in the Fairview Mennonite Church, Elco Drive, Myerstown. Interment will be made in the adjoining church cemetery. Please omit flowers. The Clauser Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Lebanon Daily News - 10/25/2012
Lebanon, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Rachel S.

SELINSGROVE - Rachel S. Martin, 70, of Selinsgrove, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2012, at the home of her brother and sister-in-law, Allen S. and Mary Martin. Rachel was born July 24, 1941, in Penn Township, Snyder County, a daughter of the late Titus S. and Anna (Stauffer) Martin. She was a member of Chapman Old Order Mennonite Church, Port Trevorton.

Rachel is survived by two brothers and sisters-in-law, Allen S. and Mary Martin and Leroy S. and Annetta Martin, all of Port Trevorton; 10 nieces and six nephews and numerous great-nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are invited to the viewing from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the home of her brother and sister-in-law, Allen S. and Mary Martin, 1572 Chapman Hollow Road, Port Trevorton, where a funeral service will be held at 8:30 a.m. Thursday. An additional funeral service will be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Stauffers Old Order Mennonite Church, Produce Road, Port Trevorton. Burial will be made in the adjoining church cemetery. The George P. Garman Funeral Homes, Inc., 9366 Route 35, Mount Pleasant Mills have been entrusted with the arrangements.

Sunbury Daily Item - 2/27/2012
Sunbury, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Raymond "Ray" , 64, of Ephrata, passed away at his residence on Friday, January 27, 2012.

Born in Ephrata, he was the son of H. Moses and Anna (Hostetter) Martin of Lititz and was the husband of Mim (Snader) Martin. They celebrated 41 years of marriage this past January 2nd.

Ray was a member of Ephrata United Zion Church. An avid reader, he enjoyed the History Channel and spending time with his family. He had worked in construction for the former Gem Construction in East Earl.

In addition to his parents and wife, Ray is survived by his son: Kerry Ray, husband of Erin (Abbott) Martin of Ephrata; and his daughter: Kimberly Joy, wife of Kenneth Kaylor of Lititz; and three grandchildren: Devon Joanna Kaylor, Emily Madison Martin, and Mary Margaret Martin. Also surviving are seven brothers: Joseph Henry, husband of Elva M. (Martin) Martin of New York; Jay David, husband of Norma S. (Martin) Martin of New York; Albert H., husband of Arlene N. (Oberholtzer) Martin of Wisconsin; Luke H., husband of Eunice H. (Hahn) Martin of Terre Hill; Virgil H., husband of Eunice L. (Huber) Martin of Wisconsin; Timothy H., husband of Brenda R. (Wenger) Martin of Lititz; and James H., husband of Dorothy M. (Nolt) Martin of New York; and six sisters: Rhoda H., wife of Marvin H. Sensenig of Ephrata; Barbara Ann Martin of Lititz; Leah Mae, wife of Mark Edward Edris of Myerstown; Lucille H. Martin of Lititz; Climena H., wife of David W. High of Myerstown; and Rachel H., wife of Robert N. Hoover of Missouri.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, February 3, 2012, at 7:00 PM at the Ephrata United Zion Church, 408 E. Fulton Street, Ephrata, with Rev. Jay Showalter officiating. The family will receive friends before the memorial service, from 6 to 7 PM, and also immediately following the service in the social hall. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the ­family.

Memorial contributions in Ray's memory may be made to the Ephrata United Zion Church, 408 E. Fulton Street, Ephrata, PA 17522.

Intelligencer Journal - 1/31/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Raymond H., 83, Maxatawny Township, died April 17, 2012 in his home. He was the husband of Anna Z. (Burkholder) Martin. They were married on November 15, 1949. Born in East Earl Township, Lancaster County, he was a son of the late Isaac C. and Barbara M. (Horst) Martin. He was a self- employed farmer in Maxatawny Township.

Survivors: Wife, daughters Elizabeth B. wife of Menno J. Martin, East Earl, Miriam B. wife of Earl M. Martin, Kutztown, Lydia B. wife of Mervin B. Snyder, Kutztown, Vera Mae B. wife of Elvin H. Huber, Reinholds; sons Alson B. husband of Miriam (Zeiset) Martin, Lime Springs, IA, Paul B. husband of Anna Mae (Martin) Martin, Mark B. husband of Mary Ann (Martin) Martin, Earl B. husband of Ann (Zimmerman) Martin, all of Kutztown, Raymond B. husband of Wilma (Burkholder) Martin, Fleetwood; sisters Mary H. widow of Aaron Shirk, Barbara H. wife of David Zimmerman, Vera H. wife of Lloyd Martin and Edna H. wife of Mahlon Zimmerman; brothers Isaac H. husband of Esther (Zimmerman) Martin, Paul H. husband of Judy (Ginder) Martin; 34 grandchildren, 39 great grandchildren. He was predeceased by brothers Lloyd and Henry Martin, sister Laura Martin and one great grandson.

Services: Monday, April 23, 2011 at 9:00 AM from his late residence, 400 Hinterleiter Road, Kutztown, continuing at 9:30 AM at Center Mennonite Church, Kutztown, with Bishop Eli W. Burkholder officiating. Interment in the adjoining cemetery. Friends may call Sunday 2:00 to 4:00 PM and 6:00 to 8:00 PM in his late residence. Arrangements by Ludwick Funeral Homes, Inc., Kutztown.

Intelligencer Journal - 4/18/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Martin, Richard O., 81, of Harrisonburg, passed away Monday, Jan. 16, 2012, at VMRC in Harrisonburg.

Mr. Martin was born Sept. 27, 1930, in Duchess, Alberta, Canada, and was the youngest of 10 children born to the late Samuel H. and Olive Barkdoll Martin.

On June 14, 1952, he married Elizabeth June Houser Martin, who survives.

Here in Harrisonburg, Richard attended Park View Mennonite Church.

Mr. and Mrs. Martin lived in West Liberty, Ohio, for many years, where he worked as district manager for DeKalb Seed Corn, served as head of the School Board at West Liberty Salem School, was Little League baseball commissioner and head coach for the local men's fast-pitch team.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by three sons, Richard Bruce Martin, Timothy Lee Martin and Robert Lynn Martin; two daughters, Heidi Martin Kuster and Nancy Lou Weaver; and six grandchildren.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 28, 2012, at Park View Mennonite Church.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Generations Crossing, 3765 Taylor Spring Lane, Harrisonburg, VA 22801, or to the Memory Care Fund at the VMRC Foundation, 1491 Virginia Ave., Harrisonburg, VA 22802.

Arrangements are by Kyger Funeral Home in Harrisonburg.

Daily News Record - 1/18/2012
Harrisonburg, VA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

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Martin, Richard O., 81, of West Liberty, OH died January 16, 2012 at Harrisonburg, VA. He was born September 27, 1930 at Duchess, Alberta, Canada to Samuel H. and Olive (Barkdoll) Martin. On June 14, 1952 he was married to Elizabeth June Houser, who survives.

Surviving are sons: Richard (San Diego), Tim (Tustin, CA), and Rob (Perkasie, PA), daughters: Heidi Martin Juster (Paris, France) and Nancy Weaver (Avon, NC), and six grandchildren.

Dick enjoyed photography, picture framing, gardening, and was an avid reader of history and fiction. He was devoted to his 5 children, cultivated beautiful rose bushes, and participated in soft ball games. Beyond all else, Dick and June had an unending love for each other.

Memorial services were held January 28, 2012 at Park View Mennonite Church, Harrisonburg, VA with burial in Harrisonburg, VA.

Submitted by: Jane Eanes, Harrisonburg, VA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Martin, Violet Joy Yoder, 37, of New Bethlehem, died Saturday morning, February 4, 2012, at her residence. Born December 3, 1974, in Warren, Ohio, she was the daughter of John Henry and Carol (Mast) Yoder.

She married Greg Allen Martin on July 11, 1998. He survives.

In addition to parents of Summersville Mo., and her husband, survivors include five children, Shawna Martin, Amber Martin, Brooke Martin, Cody Martin, and Evan Martin all of New Bethlehem; and five sisters, Julia Martin and her husband, Sylvan, of Fayetteville, Gloria Toms and her husband, Nathan, of Seminole, Ala., Charlotte Mullet and her husband, Chad, of New Bethlehem, Emeline Byler and her husband, Crist, of Summersville, Mo., and Loretta Martin and her husband, Russell, of Summersville, Mo.

The family will receive friends from 1 to 3 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, February 6, at the First Church of God in New Bethlehem.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, February 7, 2012, at the church with Omar Eby, Phil Mullet, and Titus Hofer co-officiating.
Interment will be in New Bethlehem Mennonite Church Cemetery, Porter Township, Clarion County.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the New Bethlehem Mennonite Church Medical Fund, 23 Duffers Lane, Clarion, Pa. 16214.
Arrangements are at the direction of the Alcorn Funeral Home in Hawthorn.

Courier Express
Monday, February 6, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Martin, Weaver W., 86, of Reinholds, PA, died May 19, 2012 at the Essa Flory Hospice Center, Lancaster, PA; Born 1925 in Adamstown, PA to Aaron H. and Alice G. (Weber) Martin. He was married 63 years on April 2 to Kathryn M. (Weaver) Martin.

He was a member of Bowmansville Mennonite Church where he taught Sunday School and Bible School for many years, created bulletin covers and occasionally did chalk drawings for Sunday evening services. He also served as a trustee and a member of the cemetery committee .

Surviving in addition to his wife are four children, Rosalind D., married to Dennis Ernest of Stevens, M. Fern, married to Monroe Gilmour of Black Mt., NC, L. Merle Martin of Reinholds, and Carol Martin Johnson, married to Tim Martin Johnson of Philadelphia; seven grandchildren, Jeremy, married to Emmalea Ernest, Rebecca Ernest, David, Aaron, and Sarah Gilmour, and Robert and Katie Johnson; two great grandchildren, Irene and Ruth Ernest; a brother, Warren W., married to Verna (Good) Martin of Fleetwood; and a sister, Viola, married to William Weaver of Harrisonburg, VA.

Preceding him in death are two sisters, Lucy Good and Esther Gehman; and two brothers, Paul and Carl Martin.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 26 at 11:30 am at the Bowmansville Mennonite Church, East Earl, PA with the Reverend Larry Weber officiating.

Source: Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill, PA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Mast, Daniel I.

June 14, 1925 - Nov. 23, 2012

GOSHEN - Daniel I. Mast, 87, of Goshen and formerly of Middlebury, died Friday, Nov. 23, 2012, at IU Health Goshen Hospital from complications of a heart attack suffered three weeks ago.

He was born on June 14, 1925, in LaGrange County, to Ira W. and Fannie (Bontrager) Mast.

On Oct. 15, 1946, in Elkhart County, he married Anna Yoder. She survives.

Survivors in addition to his wife are four daughters, Rose Mary (Robert) Claassen of Lawrence, Kan., Judy (Leroy) Hunsberger, Anita Acord and Cherylan (Scot) Shearer, all of Goshen; a son, Dannie W. (Loretta) Mast of Middlebury; eight grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; five step-great-grandchildren; eight brothers, Bill (Doris) Mast of Howe, Ora (Edna Mae) Mast of Mt. View, Ark., Mel (Esther) Mast of Middlebury, John (Jean) Mast of Sarasota, Fla., Elmer Mast of Middlebury, Leroy (Fannie) Mast of Mt. View, Ark., and Milo (Nancy) Mast and Lee (Arlene) Mast, both of Goshen.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Alvin Mast.

He was a carpenter and had been co-owner with his brother, Mel Mast, of D&M Construction for 25 years, retiring in 1990.

He was a charter member of the Crystal Valley Exchange Club, had been a member of Moore Park Mennonite Church for 10 years, Bonneyville Mennonite for five years and currently a member of Pleasant View Mennonite Church.

He was active in the Men's Bible study fellowship and assisted with the Bible memory at Camp Amigo.

He enjoyed working with his hands, playing games, visiting with his friends, spending time with his grandchildren, and had played both slow and fast pitch softball.

He and his wife had spent several winters in Sarasota, where he loved playing shuffleboard.

Visitation will be from 2 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2012, at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 S. Main St., Middlebury. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012, at Pleasant View Mennonite Church, Goshen. Services will be conducted by Ron Diener and Deacon Norman Maust.

The family will hold a private burial in Grace Lawn Cemetery, Middlebury.

Memorials may be given to the Heifer Project or International Bible Memory Camp. Online condolences may be sent at millerstewartfuneralhome.com.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Nov. 25, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Mast, Daniel M.

Daniel M. Mast, 87, of Arthur passed away at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 13, at the Arthur Home.

Funeral services were held Friday morning at the Otto Center in rural Arthur with Bishop Harvey Chupp officiating. Burial was in Otto Cemetery, rural Arthur. Visitation was any time after 1 p.m. Thursday, at the Otto Center. Edwards Funeral Home assisted with arrangements.

Daniel was born September 30, 1924, in Arthur. He was a son of Mose C. and Fan­nie (Kauffman) Mast. He married Gertie E. Schrock on March 8, 1945.

Survivors include his wife, Gertie of Arthur; 3 sons, Glen Ray Mast and wife Sue of Arthur, Harold Eugene Mast and wife Betty of Arthur, and Willis D. Mast of Arthur; 10 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and one brother, Felty Mast and wife Edna of Shipshewana, Indiana.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Jacob Mast, Raymond Mast, and Levi Mast; and three sisters, Mattie Chupp, Lydia Ann Mast, and Lovina Miller.

Daniel was a member of the Old Order Amish and farmed his entire life.

The Arthur Graphic, Arthur, IL
03-20-2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Mast, Edna

Feb. 10, 1946 - April 2, 2012

GOSHEN - Edna Mast, 66, of Goshen, died at 2:14 p.m. Monday, April 2, at the scene of an accident on S.R. 13 in Middlebury.

She was born Feb. 10, 1946, in Elkhart County, to Freeman and Diana (Thomas) Mast.

Surviving are a sister, Ruby (John) Eckert of Fort Wayne; three brothers, Lester (Marilyn) Mast of Goshen, Omer (Lorraine) Mast of White Pigeon, Mich., and LaVerne (Donna) Mast of Middlebury.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Rosella Beachy; and two nephews, Craig and Darrin Jay Mast.

She was a member of Harvest Community Church in Goshen. She was a faithful Prayer Intercessor and involved in foreign missions. She was an inspirational writer and employed at Greencroft in the kitchen.

Visitation will be from 2 to 7 p.m. Thursday, April 5, at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 S. Main St., Middlebury. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday, April 6, at Harvest Community Church in Goshen. Services will be conducted by Pastor Steve Chupp and Pastor Jim Dreier. Burial will be in Miller Cemetery, Goshen.

Memorials may be given to World Missionary Press or TCF Mercy, a ministry to orphans in Mozambique. Online condolences may be sent at www.millerstewartfuneralhome.com.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
April 4, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Mast, Joseph U.

Nov. 26, 1929 - Sept. 1, 2012

GOSHEN - Joseph U. Mast, 82, died Saturday, Sept. 1.

He was born to Uriah and Lizzie (Slabaugh) Mast in Indiana.

He married Josephine Slabach in Elkhart County on Jan. 13, 1949. She died Jan. 9, 2012.

Children Ruby (Ernest) Miller of Middlebury, Thelma (Glen) Lehman of Nappanee, Annabelle (John) Hochstetler and Joe Dean (Ruth), both of Shipshewana, Mary (Ernest) Lehman, Doretta (Wayne) Yoder, Wilbur (Marla) and Gerald (Marilyn), all of Goshen, and Floyd (Arlene) of LaGrange; 39 grandchildren; 55 great-grandchildren; friend Katie Yoder; siblings Otis (Anna Mae), Elmer (Marie), Robert, Wilbur (Judy) of Etna Green, Beulah (Elva) Beechy of Millersburg, Nancy (Harvey) Chupp and Lizzie (Marvin) Miller of Nappanee, survive.

Three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; daughter-in-law Mary Ann Mast; and brothers Omer, Glen, Roman, William and Samuel preceded him in death.

Visitation will be after 1 p.m. today, Sept. 3, and all day Tuesday at 14735 C.R. 34, Goshen. Services will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, at 14835 C.R. 34, Goshen.

Burial will be in Clinton Union Cemetery, Goshen.

Miller Stewart Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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


Mast, Josephine Slabach
July 22, 1928 - Jan. 9, 2012

GOSHEN - Josephine Mast, 83, of Goshen, died at 12:42 a.m. Monday, Jan. 9, 2012, at her home.

She was born July 22, 1928, in Elkhart County to Joseph and Lydiann (Miller) Slabach. On Jan. 13, 1949, she married Joseph U. Mast. He survives.

Her children, Ruby (Ernest) Miller of Middlebury, Thelma (Glen) Lehman of Nappanee, Annabelle (John) Hochstetler of Shipshewana and Mary (Ernest) Lehman and Doretta (Wayne) Yoder, Wilbur (Marla) and Gerald (Marilyn) Mast, all of Goshen, Joe Dean (Ruth) Mast of Shipshewana and Floyd (Arlene) Mast of Lagrange; 39 grandchildren; 53 great-grandchildren; siblings Mary and Velda (Lloyd) Miller, Edna (Vernon) Schmucker and Annabelle (Joni) Mast, all of Goshen, Lloyd (Jane) Slabach of Fort Wayne and Joe Slabach of Goshen survive.

Her parents, three grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, six siblings and one daughter-in-law are deceased.

Visitation will be after 2 p.m. today and all day Wednesday at the Larry Borkholder home, 14835 C.R. 34, Goshen, where Thursday's 9:30 a.m. funeral service will be held. Burial will be in Clinton Union Cemetery, Goshen.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Jan. 10, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Mast, Melvin J.

Dec. 20, 1925 - July 6, 2012

SHIPSHEWANA - Melvin J. Mast, 86, of Shipshewana, died at 6:45 p.m. on Friday (July 6, 2012) at Millers Merry Manor- LaGrange.

He was born on Dec. 20, 1925, in LaGrange, to Jacob H. and Emma (Christner) Mast. On Nov. 25, 1948, he married Fannie Graber; she survives. In addition, survivors include two daughters, Mary Etta (Wilmer) Weaver, Katie Anna (David) Miller: three sons, Merlin (Joyce) Mast, Wilbur Mast, Alton Mast (special friend Linda Schrock); 16 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren; two sisters, Annie Miller, Esther (LaMar) Miller; a brother, Ora J. Mast. He was preceded in death by his parents; one grandchild; a sister, Ella; and three brothers, Amos, Henry and Ervin Mast.

Visitation will be after 2 p.m. Sunday and all day Monday at the Wilmer Weaver residence, 1645 N. 850 W. Shipshewana. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday at the Harry Stutzman Jr. residence, 1360 N. 850 W. Shipshewana. Burial will be in East Barren Cemetery, Shipshewana. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury, is assisting the family with arrangements.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
July 8, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Mast, Mildred I. Horning, 85, of Oley, passed away on Sunday, February 05, 2012 in her residence.

Her husband, Daniel E. Mast, passed away on April 21, 2005.

Born in Bowmansville, she was a daughter of the late Alvin B. Horning, Sr. and Sarah (Martin) Horning.

She was a member of Oley Mennonite Church where she was a member for many years of the sewing circle. She was a long-time exhibitor of quilts at the Oley Valley Community Fair where she received numerous awards. She was also a member of the Pieceable Friends of Berks County and the MCC Relief Sale.

She is survived by her daughter: Peggy A. Mast, fiancée of Timothy McGuire of Lititz and her sons: Russell L. and wife Donna of Souderton; Samuel L. and wife Joyce of Fleetwood and Glenn J. and wife Linda of Stevens. Also surviving are her siblings: Eleanor Kauffman, Melvin Horning, Elton Horning, Florence Stoltzfus, Helen Lehman, Doris Stoltzfus, Alvin Horning, Jr., Janet Hartzler, Eileen Byler and Phillip Horning. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and 1 great great granddaughter. She was predeceased by her brothers: Leonard and Kenneth Horning.

Services will be held in Oley Mennonite Church, 1571 Memorial Highway, Oley, on Thursday, February 9, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. Friends and family may view on Wednesday from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in Blankenbiller Funeral Home, 423 Main Street, Oley and again on Thursday from 10:00-11:00 a.m. in the church. Contributions may be made to the Mennonite Central Committee, 900 E. Howell Street, Philadelphia, PA 19149. Blankenbiller Funeral Home, Oley is in charge of arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 2/6/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Mast, Phyllis J. Burkey
Dec. 18, 1945 - April 8, 2012

GOSHEN - Phyllis Jean Mast, 66, of Goshen, died at 5 p.m. on Sunday, April 8, 2012, at Elkhart General Hospital.

She was born on Dec. 18, 1945, in Wakarusa to Paul and Lydia Mae (Schwartz) Burkey.

On Feb. 28, 1987, she married Ezra E. Mast.

Surviving are her husband; her mother; two sisters, Diana (Wayne) Weldy, Beverly (LaVerne) Coblentz; and a brother, James (Linda) Burkey, all of Wakarusa; a niece; and two nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father.

She was a registered nurse at the Elkhart Clinic for more than 30 years and was favored by physicians.

She was a member of Brenneman Missionary Church in Goshen and taught Sunday school for most of her adult life.

Visitation will be from 2 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 11, at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 S. Main St., Middlebury, and one hour prior to the 10 a.m. funeral service April 12, at the Brenneman Memorial Missionary Church, Goshen. Services will be conducted by Pastor Bill Richardson.

Burial will be in Grace Lawn Cemetery, Middlebury.

Memorials may be given to the Children's Department of Brenneman Missionary Church.

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


Maust, Elmer R., 90, of Pigeon, Huron Co., MI died August 9, 2012 at the same place of age related issues. He was born August 27, 1921 at Bay Port, Huron Co., MI to Earl and Idella (Overholt) Maust. On June 9, 1943 at Pigeon, MI he was married to Marie Swartzendruber, who died May 16, 1998.

Surviving are children: Wendel D. (Lois) Maust; Marge A. Maust; Marvin D. (Lori) Maust; and Faye D. Hurren; ten grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, a sister, Cora Yoder, and two brothers, Glen Maust and James Maust.

 

A son, Gale, and a sister, Gertrude Dutcher preceded him in death.

Elmer was a faithful church member, enjoyed a life of music, participated in a quartet, and was a farmer.

Memorial services were held August 13, 2012 at Pigeon River Mennonite Church, Pigeon, MI with burial in Pigeon River Cemetery, Pigeon, MI.

Submitted by: Pastor Alvin Yoder, Pigeon, MI
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Metzger, Peter, 74, of St. Jacobs, Ontario, Canada died September 18, 2012 at the same place from cancer. He was born May 2, 1938 at to Peter and Angeline (Bowman) Metzger. On October 1, 1960 at St. Jacobs, Ontario he was married to Margaret Good, who was born January 5, 1937 and survives.

Surviving are children, Tony (Monica) Metzger, and Lisa Metzger (Tracy Fleming), three grandchildren, and a sister, Mary (Arthur) Martin.

Two brothers, in infancy, preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held September 23, 2012 at St. Jacobs Mennonite Church, St. Jacobs, Ontario, with burial in St. Jacobs Mennonite Cemetery, Three Bridges, Ontario.

Submitted by: Karen Sauder, St. Jacobs, ON
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Metzler, Everett G.

Oct. 31, 1930 - July 26, 2012

GOSHEN - Everett G. Metzler, 81, died Thursday at home from natural causes.

He was born Oct. 31, 1930 in Ronks, Pa., to Isaac J. and Mae Metzler. He married Margaret Joann Glick in 1956.

They worked in Saigon, Hong Kong and China as missionaries and English teachers, and he also spent 10 years as a pastor in Kokomo. They retired to Goshen and became members of North Goshen Mennonite Church.

He occupied himself with carpentry and handyman work, reading widely and traveling extensively to visit friends and family. He was loved for his gentle sense of humor and ability to fix anything mechanical.

A few months ago he was found to have widespread lung cancer. He promptly arranged to move to an apartment, and rapidly declined until he passed away peacefully with Hospice care.

He is survived by his wife, three sons, two daughters, five grandchildren, and siblings and their families.

A memorial service will be held in Goshen within a few months, to be announced.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
July 30, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Metzler, Everett G., 81, of Goshen, IN died July 26, 2012 at the same place from lung cancer. He was born October 31, 1930 at Ronks, PA to Isaac J. and Mae Metzler. On June 21, 1956 he was married to Margaret Joanne Glick, who was born November 15, 1931 and survives.

Surviving are children, Eric (Carolyn) Metzler; Gretchen Metzler (Mike Olson); Malcolm Metzler (Michelle Richman); Andre Metzler; and Jennifer Metzler, five grandchildren, and his siblings: Virginia Ebersole; Clair (Charlene) Metzler; Joyce (John) Petro; Elvin (Jean) Metzler; Nancy Metzler; Orpha (Joel) Leaman; Robert Kopcynski (brother-in-law); Glenn (Betty) Metzler; and Carol (Robert) Harnish.

Everett graduated from Mount Joy High School in 1948 and Eastern Mennonite College with an Associate's degree in 1953 and a graduate Bachelor of Theology degree in 1955. In 1956 he earned a Bachelor's of Divinity degree at Goshen Biblical Seminary and in 1976 completed his Master of Divinity degree at Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary.

After his ordination in the Mennonite Church in August 1957, Everett & Margaret went to Saigon, Vietnam as missionaries with Eastern Mennonite Board of Missions and Charities working with programs for students and social services. After 12 years there, they relocated to serve in Hong Kong for six years, where he directed programs at the Mennonite Center for education and family assistance. Four children were born in Saigon and one in Pennsylvania.

In 1975 they returned to the United States. After a year in Goshen, he served part time on the ministry team of Parkview Mennonite Church in Kokomo for nine years.

He also used his mechanical skills with an energy services and insulation company.

In 1985, they returned overseas as English teachers in China under China Educational Exchange.

In 1996, they retired to Goshen and became members of North Goshen Mennonite Church.

He occupied himself with carpentry and handyman work, reading widely and traveling extensively to visit friends and family.

He was loved for his gentle sense of humor and ability to fix anything mechanical.
He was a quiet man who did not put himself forward, but was thoroughly trustworthy and reliable.

After many years of good health, he was found to have widespread lung cancer.
He made a final trip to visit close relatives, arranged to move with Margaret to an apartment and was able to pass away peacefully at home with family and hospice support. He donated his body to Indiana University School of Medicine.

Memorial services were held October 6, 2012 at North Goshen Mennonite Church, Goshen, IN
with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

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


Miller, Ada E.

March 18, 1935 - Oct. 31, 2012

NAPPANEE - Ada E. Miller, 77, died unexpectedly of natural causes at 4:10 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2012, in her home.

She was born March 18, 1935, to Eli E. and Elsie (Borkholder) Miller in Kosciusko County.

She was a lifetime area resident and worked as a seamstress.

Ada was a member of the Old Order Amish Church.

Surviving are her sisters, Nina and Edna Miller, both of Nappanee; brother Owen Miller of Wakarusa; and sister-in-law Wilma (Miller) Stutzman of Nappanee.

She was preceded in death by her parents; infant sister Martha Miller; and a brother, Raymond Miller.

The family will receive friends after 1 p.m. today, Nov. 2, 2012, and all day Saturday, Nov. 3, 2012, at Melvin Miller's residence, 9229 N. S.R. 19, Nappanee. The funeral service will take place at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 4, 2012, also at Melvin Miller's residence. The Home Ministry of the Old Order Amish Church will officiate the service.

Burial will follow in Graber Cemetery.

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

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Nov. 2, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, Albert E., 94, of Manheim, PA, died February 25, 2012 at the Pleasant View Retirement Community, Manheim. Born in Maytown, PA to Arthur K. and Katie Ebersole Miller. He was the husband of the late Kathryn Nissley Miller who died in 2007.

Albert was a member of Hernley Mennonite Church, Manheim, and was active at the church as Sunday school teacher, song leader, and with the men's quartet singing group. Albert also participated with the Manheim Area Chorus.

Surviving is a son, J. Mervin husband of Anna Mae Shirk Miller of Lititz, a daughter, Janet M. wife of Kenneth S. Dombach of Manheim, a daughter-in-law, Betty L. Miller currently living in Florida, 10 grandchildren, 34 great grandchildren, three great-great granddaughters, 2 brothers: David E. Miller of Lititz, and Arthur E. husband of Ruth Miller of Palmyra.

Preceding him in death is a son, Lester E. Miller, and infant son, Dennis L. Miller, and a brother, Paul E. Miller.

A memorial service was February 29, 2012 at the Hernley Mennonite Church Manheim, PA. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family in the adjoining church cemetery.

Source: Buch Funeral Home Manheim, PA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Miller, Alma Pauline Kenagy

May 28, 1930 - March 28, 2012

SOUTH BEND - Alma Pauline Miller, 81, Monticello Court, South Bend, died at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 28, 2012, at Memorial Hospital of South Bend.

She was born May 28, 1930, in Albany, Ore., to Urie and Bertha (Neuschwander) Kenagy. She married Melvin Ira Miller Oct. 21, 1955, in Goshen, and he died Aug. 18, 2008.

Surviving are a daughter, Barbara (Ron) Cote of Palatine, Ill.; son David (Dawn) Miller of Hesperia, Calif.; grandchildren Noah, Jacob and Becky Miller of Hesperia, Nathaniel Cote of Palatine; sister Mildred Kenagy; and brothers Percy and Benjamin Kenagy, all of Albany.

She was a member of Kern Road Mennonite Church and loved her grandchildren.

Visitation will be from 3 to 5 and 6 to 8 p.m. today, March 30, 2012, at Kern Road Mennonite Church, South Bend. A graveside service will be 9 a.m. Saturday, March 31, 2012, at Clinton Union Cemetery, Goshen, followed by an 11 a.m. memorial service at Kern Road Mennonite Church. The Revs. David and Janice Sutter will officiate. Rieth-Rohrer-Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen, is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences may be sent at www.rrefh.com.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
March 30, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Miller, Alma Pauline Kenagy, 81, of South Bend, St. Joseph Co., IN died March 28, 2012 at the same place. She was born May 28, 1930 at Albany, OR. On October 21 1955 at Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN, she was married to Melvin Ira Miller, who was born June 13, 1921 and died August 18, 2008.

Surviving are children, David (Dawn) and Barbara (Ron) Cote and grandchildren, Noah, Jacob & Becky Miller and Nathan Cote.

Memorial services were held March 31, 2012 at Kern Road Mennonite Church, South Bend, IN with burial in Clinton Union Cemetery, Goshen, IN.

Submitted by: Phyllis Miller, South Bend, IN
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, Axill Jon "A.J."

Sept. 14, 2005 - April 13, 2012

GOSHEN - Axill Jon "A.J." Miller, 6, died at home Friday evening after an 11-week battle with a brain stem tumor.

He is survived by his parents, Stanley and Elvera (Yoder) Miller; four brothers, Gregory (Erin) Miller of Wabash and Randy, Brendon and Brandt Miller, all at home; three sisters, Stephanie, Cindy and Jordyn Miller, all at home; and grandparents, Vernon J. and Barbara Miller of Goshen and Treva Yoder of Nappanee.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, Darrin and Douglas Miller, and a grandfather, Edwin Yoder.

A first-grader with a quick smile, sparkling eyes and a quick sense of humor, A.J. received a wish from the Indiana Children's Wish Fund - a trip to Disney World.

Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. today, April 15, 2012, at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home.

A 10:30 a.m. Monday funeral service will be conducted at Townline Mennonite Church. Pastors Mel Eash, Dean Yoder and Andy Eversole will officiate.

Burial will follow in Townline Cemetery, Topeka.

Memorial contributions may be made to Broken Bread Ministries to Ghana, Africa.

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


Miller, Calvin A.

Jan. 20, 1928 - April 8, 2012

MILLERSBURG - Calvin A. Miller, 84, died unexpectedly early Sunday morning at his home.

He was born Jan. 20, 1928, in LaGrange County, to Amos D. and Mary Ann (Schmucker) Miller.

He married Marrietta Mae Ganger May 20, 1950, at Pleasant View Mennonite Church. She died Sept. 14, 1989. He then married Darlene (Long) Leatherman on March 9, 1991. She died on June 8, 2009.

He is survived by a son, Terry Ray (Lori) Miller, Millersburg; a daughter, Ann Marie (Gabe) Nila, El Paso, Texas; two stepsons, Joe (Peg) Leatherman, Syracuse; and Jon (Jennifer) Leatherman, Millersburg; two step-daughters, Molly (Scott) Lung and Jill (Jesse) Garris, both of Goshen; three grandchildren; five step-grandchildren; and a sister, Mary Ellen (Gene) Blough, Goshen.

He was preceded in death by five brothers, Ephram, Harley, Perry "Pete," Vernon and Jerry Allen Miller.

A lifelong area resident, Mr. Miller was a member of Clinton Brick Mennonite Church his entire life and the Millersburg Lions Club. He served his 1-W service from 1953-1955 in Indianapolis.

A self-employed excavating contractor, he retired in 1991.

Friends may call 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, and 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday, at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home and one hour prior to the 10 a.m. Friday funeral service at Clinton Brick Mennonite Church, Goshen. Pastor David Hathaway will officiate.

Burial will follow in Clinton Brick Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Clinton Brick Mennonite Church or The American Heart Association.

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


Miller, Crist J.

July 16, 1924 - Dec. 14, 2012

SHIPSHEWANA - Crist J. Miller, 88, of Shipshewana, died at 7 a.m. Friday, Dec. 14, at IU Health Goshen Hospital.

He was born July 16, 1924, to the late Joe B. and Lydia (Troyer) Miller in Dodge City, Kan.

On Feb. 19, 1948, he married Katie Troyer in Topeka.

His wife; sons Dale Eugene, Billy (Terry) and Crist Jr. (Ida) Miller, all of Shipshewana; son-in-law Richard (Loretta) Miller of Goshen; nine grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and sister Mary Miller of Goshen survive.

His children, Ruthie Mae Miller and Paul Miller, and siblings Roman, William, Ben, David, Joe Jr. and Noah Miller, Sue Yoder, Katie Bontrager Polly Miller and Edna Miller preceded him.

He was a deacon for over 40 years at the Old Order Amish Church. He was a farmer and worked at Star Tank.

Visitation will be after 2 p.m. today, Dec. 15, and all day Sunday, Dec. 16, at his former home, 2205 S. 1200 W., Shipshewana. Funeral services are at 9:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 17, at David Bontrager's home, 61215 E. County Line Road, Shipshewana.

Burial will be in Bontrager Cemetery, Middlebury.

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

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


Miller, Daniel A., 81, of Garrett died at 2:52 a.m. Wednesday January 11, 2012, at the Arthur Home.

Funeral services were held Saturday morning at Arthur Mennonite Church with Rev. Glen Rhodes officiating. Burial was in Arthur Cemetery. Visitation was held Friday evening at Shrader Funeral Home, Arthur.

Daniel was born July 5, 1930, in Douglas County. He was the son of Ammon and Mattie Miller.

Survivors include two sons, Philip Miller and wife Mary of Flower Mound, Texas, and Ron Miller and wife Jeanne of Conroe, Texas; one brother, Eli Miller of Arthur; one sister, Edna Miller of Indiana; and two step granddaughters, Natalie Wood of Seattle, Washington, and Hailey Wood of Denton, Texas.

Daniel was a member of Arthur Mennonite Church. He was a carpenter and loved to make items that he donated to the Mennonite Relief Sale.

Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society.

Online condolences to the family may be sent to www.hilligossshraderfh.com.

The Arthur Graphic, Arthur, IL
Jan. 17, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, Daniel, Jr., age 77 of Boerne, Texas, died June 9, 2012 in San Antonio, Texas. He was a beloved man that touched many lives. His life's work was teaching - formally for 33 years. He was a favorite brother, uncle, teacher, adopted 'Texas' dad and mentor to many. For those that were hungry, Dan provided food (barbeque); for those that were thirsty, he provided drink; and for those in need of a safe place, he offered an understanding ear and his home. Dan was a wonderful husband, dad, grandfather, friend and spiritual mentor.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Dan H. and Katie L. Miller, and his brother, Paul D. Miller.

He is survived by his wife, Mary Ellen (Hershberger) Miller, his three children, Jan R. (Tim) Lehman of New Paris, Indiana, James R. (Deb) Miller of San Antonio, Texas and Julie R. (Dave) Nielsen of Bedford, New Hampshire; four grandchildren, Mattie and Ike Lehman, and Katie and Lucas Miller; sisters and brothers, Anna (Evan, deceased) Brenneman of Stuarts Draft, Virginia, (sister-in-law) Grace Miller of Kalona, Iowa, Henry (Ethel) Miller of Kalona, Iowa, Levi (Cora) Miller of London, Ohio, Edwin (Mary Jane) Miller of Kalona, Iowa, Martha (Kent) Shawver of Wichita, Kansas; and many nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Service was June 18, 2012 at 2:00 at Yoder-Powell Funeral Home in Kalona. Burial will be in the Upper Deer Creek Cemetery in rural Wellman, IA.

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


Miller, Donovan J., 71, Indianapolis, died Thursday afternoon [February 2, 2012] at home. He was born Nov. 21, 1940 in Constantine, Michigan, to the late Samuel E. and Rachel E. (Rheinheimer) Miller.

Mr. Miller graduated from Goshen College with a bachelor's degree in social work and received his master's in social work from IUPUI. He began his professional life at Adriel School, a child service agency in West Liberty, Ohio where he gave two years in alternate service to the military. He worked for many years at Family Service Association of Indianapolis and retired in 2006 from Cummins Mental Health Center, Avon.

Surviving are his wife of 50 years, Barbara A. Miller; son, J. Vaughn Miller and daughter-in-law Susan Blum; daughter Shawndra B. Miller and daughter-in-law Judith Hostetler; grandchildren Cole Donovan Miller and Aubrey Ellen Miller; sisters, Carol Kramer, Rosemary Miller, and Gloria Hearten; and brother, Lynn Miller. He was preceded in death by a brother, Mervin Miller.

He was a lifelong lover of jazz and blues and was devoted to many conservation causes. An avid gardener, in retirement Mr. Miller gave freely of his time to numerous organizations, most notably the Indiana State Museum where he conceived of a multi-year restoration project to return the Turner Gardens to Indiana native prairie, leading a small group of volunteers in the effort. At Cold Spring School, he was "chief gardener" and caretaker of the greenhouse, helping to introduce grade schoolers to the marvels of green and growing things as part of the school's environmental studies magnet program. He also tended a tract of forest for Central Indiana Land Trust; helped take student groups on rafting trips with Friends of the White River; removed invasive plants and led student tours at Marion University EcoLab; and spearheaded the Indiana Native Plant and Wildflower Society's Letha's Youth Outdoors Fund, which helps schoolchildren experience nature in an educational context. In recent months he was recognized with the Hoosier Environmental Council's Land Steward of the Year award and the Central Indiana Land Trust's Great Blue Heron Award for Extraordinary Service.

In lieu of flowers, please send memorial contributions to:

Mister Donovan's Greenhouse
c/o Friends of Cold Spring School, Inc.
Wendy Ford, Secretary
6911 Cabernet Way
Indianapolis, IN 46278

Letha's Fund
c/o Indiana Native Plant & Wildflower Society
P.O. Box 30317
Indianapolis, IN 46230

Indiana State Museum & Historic Sites
Attn: Memorials for Donovan Miller to Turner Garden
650 W. Washington Street
Indianapolis, IN 46204

First Mennonite Church
4601 Knollton Rd.
Indianapolis, IN 46228

Central Indiana Land Trust
1500 N. Delaware St.
Indianapolis, IN 46202

A memorial service will be at 3pm Sunday, Feb. 5, at First Mennonite Church, 4601 Knollton Road, Indianapolis. Private graveside service for extended family will take place Monday, Feb. 6.

Flanner and Buchanan Funeral Center
Indianapolis, IN
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, Dorothea Elizabeth Messick, 92, of Sarasota, FL died March 13, 2012 at Pendleton, IN. She was born June 23, 1919 at Seaford, Delaware to Harry and Lillian Messick. She was married to W. Ray Miller for 65 years.

Surviving are a son, Gail (Judy) Miller of Sarasota, FL; daughters, Cheryl Eash, Pendleton, IN, and Barbara (Brenda Zook) Miller of Sarasota, FL, four grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and a sister, Jeannette Williams of Milsboro, Delaware.

Two brothers, Howard and Harry (Wilson) preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held March 17, 2012 at Bayshore Mennonite Church, Sarasota, FL with burial in Bethal Mennonite Cemetery, Sarasota, FL.

Submitted by: Judi Mullett, Sarasota, FL
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, Earl J., 88, of Rathdrum, Idaho died May 19, 2012 at the same place. He was born January 26, 1924 at Milford, Nebraska to John and Lena (Hauder) Miller. On August 16, 1947 in Franconia Twp., Montgomery Co., PA he was married to Jean C. Hagey, who was born May 6, 1926 and died December 18, 2007.

Surviving are a son, Terry Lee Miller, and a daughter, Pamela Yothers and husband Paul, one grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and a brother, Roland Miller & wife Edna.

His brothers: Truman, Dale and Walter Miller, and sisters: Grace Widmer and Vyral Vannoy preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held June 12, 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


Miller, Edna Mae Wittmer, age 86 of Hartville, Ohio entered into eternal rest peacefully on Feb. 20, 2012 in Sarasota, Fla. She was born on June 10, 1925, in Hartville, Ohio to the late Henry and Elizabeth Wittmer.

She was preceded in death by her husband Mahlon; son, Myron, and brother, Willis Wittmer.

She is survived by children, Dorothy (Alvin) Shrock, Eugene (Ruth) Miller, Elton (Margaret) Miller, Gaylord (Sandy) Miller, and Sheryl (Myron) Weaver; 17 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, and friends.

Edna enjoyed wintering in Sarasota, Fla; she enjoyed quilting, needle work and working with her hands. She enjoyed life, spending time with friends, playing games, cooking, and being with her family.

Calling hours will be held on Thursday, Feb. 23 from 6-8 at Maple Grove Mennonite Church; 2121 Smith Kramer Hartville. Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. on Friday Feb. 24, with Myron Weaver and Tyler Miller officiating. Friends may visit one hour prior to the service at Maple Grove Mennonite church. Final resting place is at Walnut Grove Cemetery.

CantonRep.com
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Miller, Edna Mae Wittmer, 86, of Hartville, Stark Co., Ohio died February 20, 2012 at Sarasota, Sarasota Co., FL. She was born June 10, 1925 at Hartville, Ohio to Henry and Elizabeth Wittmer. She was married to Mahlon Miller.

Surviving are children, Dorothy (Alvin) Shrock, Eugene (Ruth) Miller, Elton (Margaret) Miller, Gaylord (Sandy) Miller, and Sheryl (Myron) Weaver, 17 grandchildren, and 20 great-grandchildren.

A son, Myron Miller and a brother, Willis Wittmer preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held February 24, 2012 at Maple Grove Mennonite Church, Hartville, Ohio with burial in Walnut Grove Cemetery, Hartville, Ohio.

Submitted by: Cindy Fleming, Hartville, OH
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, Ernest D.

Sept. 20, 1932 - Aug. 27, 2012

TOPEKA - Ernest D. Miller, 79, of Topeka, died at 4:40 a.m. Monday, Aug. 27, 2012, at home after an extended illness. He was born Sept. 20, 1932, in LaGrange County to Monroe J. and Katie (Yoder) Miller. On Feb. 26, 1953, in Topeka he married Orpha Hostetler.

She survives with children Karen (Wilbur) Yoder of West Cliff, Colo., Loretta (Jacob) Jones of Shipshewana, Mary Alice (Harley) Yoder of Topeka and Nelson (Wilma) Miller of Topeka; 27 grandchildren; 67 great-grandchildren; sister Lou Ella (Mahlon Jr.) Cross of Topeka; sister-in-law Ella Miller of Topeka; and brother-in-law Ezra Gingerich of Shipshewana.

He was preceded in death by four siblings, Harold and Willard Miller, Mary Ellen Gingerich and Freeda Miller; and two great-grandchildren.

Visitation is after 1 p.m. today, Aug. 28, and all day Wednesday, Aug. 29, at the family's residence, 5355 S. 500 W., Topeka, where the funeral service will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 30. Bishop Harvey Lambright and home ministers will officiate. Burial will be in Miller Cemetery, LaGrange.

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

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Aug. 28, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, Esther A. Rohrer, age 90, formerly of Louisville, Ohio died July 9, 2012 at Walnut Hills Retirement Community, Walnut Creek, Ohio. She was born Feb. 7, 1922 in North Lima, Ohio, daughter of Harvey and Maggie (Kurtz) Rohrer. On March 17, 1945 she married Wayne E. Miller of Louisville where they enjoyed a life of farming for over 55 years. He preceded her in death in 2001.

Esther was a wonderful homemaker. She enjoyed visiting with friends, being a good neighbor and making new acquaintances. She loved to bake, write letters, play games, sing, watch her grandchildren participate in school activities and encouraging their musical talents. Spending time with family was important to her. She was a member of Beech Mennonite Church where she taught Sunday School and Bible School, and was active in the Women's Sewing Circle.

Esther is survived by her children, Neva (Bruce) Stambaugh of Millersburg and Audrey (Robert J.) Schlabach of Sugarcreek; grandchildren, Carrie (Daryl) Bert, Nathan Stambaugh (Meena Ghaziasgar), Joel, Sarah, and Rachel Schlabach; great-grandchildren, Evan, Davis, and Maren Bert; brother, Leonard Rohrer; and special nieces and nephews.

Along with her husband, Esther was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Elsie Linder.

A celebration of Esther's life will be held Thursday, July 12, 2012 at Beech Mennonite Church, 10037 Easton St., Louisville, Ohio at 11 a.m. with Pastor Dan King officiating. Calling hours will be one hour before services on Thursday at the church. Burial will follow services in the church cemetery. Donations may be sent to Beech Mennonite Church in Esther's memory.

The family would like to thank the staff at Walnut Hills for their wonderful care and support. Stier- Israel Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Stier-Israel Funeral Home, Cremation service, 330 875-1414
Published in The Repository on July 11, 2012
Transcribed by Mark Blosser - July 2012


Miller, Fannie E. Bontrager

July 27, 1918 - Aug. 31, 2012

MILLERSBURG - Fannie E. Miller, 94, died Friday, Aug. 31.

She was born to Eli and Lizzie (Yoder) Bontrager in Sturgis, Mich.

She married Amos U. Miller in Shipshewana, Nov. 10, 1938. He died March 30, 1997.

Children Elizabeth Mae (John) Knepp, Anna (Mervin) Eash and Eli (Elsie), all of Shipshewana, Lovina (Raymond) Miller of Wolcottville, Wilma (Ora) Miller of Middlebury, Edna (Lester) Yoder of Welda, Kan., Alta Rebecca (Alvin) Yoder of Plymouth, Alma Miller of Chandler Heights, Ariz., Levi (Mary Ellen) of Nappanee, Harley (Anna Marie) of Etna Green, Alton (Susie) of Millersburg; 50 grandchildren; 130 great grandchildren; nine great-great-grandchildren; and siblings Lovina Whetstone and Alton (Arlene) Bontrager, both of Middlebury, Wilma Miller, Edna Farmwald and Elizabeth (Lewis) Hochstetler, all of Shipshewana, survive.

Son-in-law Samuel L. Schrock; grandson Gary Miller; and four great-grandchildren preceded her.

Visitation is after 3 p.m. today, Sept. 2, and all day Monday, at 4945 S. 1200 W., Millersburg. Services are at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, at 11690 W. 300 S., Shipshewana. Burial will be in Yoder Cemetery.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Sept. 2, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, Fannie Mae Helmuth, 93, of Kalona, IA died July 24, 2012. She was born May 23, 1919 in Kalona, IA to John I. and Mary May (Miller) Helmuth. On October 10, 1940 she was united in marriage to Henry C. Miller in Kalona. She was a member of the Sharon Bethel Church. She enjoyed making clothing and love bundles for the people of Haiti.

Survived by four children: Viola Fern Yoder and husband Iddo of Lott, TX, Leslie Ray Miller of Crete, IL, Mary Etta Stoltzfus and husband Steve of Kennedyville, MD, Ruby Marie Stutzman and husband Joni of Kalona; a son-in-law Lynn Helmuth of Kalona; 26 grandchildren; 61 great-grandchildren; and two brothers: Emery Helmuth of Mechanicsburg, OH, and Omar Helmuth of Pine Bluffs, WY.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Henry, a daughter: Ethel Mae Helmuth; a grandson: Jason Ray Yoder, two sisters: Vina Yoder, Susie Anna Hostetler; and a brother: Christian Helmuth.

Funeral services were July 30, 2012 at the Sunnyside Mennonite Church in Kalona. Burial was in North Gingerich Cemetery rural Kalona, IA.

Source: Kalona News, Kalona, IA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Miller, Gertie M. Yoder

Oct. 2, 1925 - Dec. 11, 2012

LAGRANGE - Gertie M. Miller, 87, of LaGrange, died Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2012, at home.

She was born Oct. 2, 1925, to the late Magdalena Yoder in Topeka.

Living her lifetime in LaGrange County, Mrs. Miller was a homemaker and member of the Old Order Amish Church.

On March 30, 1948, she married Joas E. Miller in Topeka. He preceded her in death March 14, 2001.

Surviving are her children, Treva Mae (Joseph W.) Miller of LaGrange, Irene Louise (Elmer) Yoder of Middlebury, Freda Luella Fike of Phoenix, Vernon Tobias (Carolyn) Miller of LaGrange and Ernest Enos (MaryEllen) Miller of McBain, Mich.; 26 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren.

Also preceding her in death was a son-in-law, Larry Fike.

Visitation will be after 2 p.m. today, Dec. 12, 2012, and all day Thursday, Dec. 13, 2012, at the family home, 1175 W. 300 S., LaGrange. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 14, 2012, also at the family home, with Bishop Eli P. Miller and home ministers officiating.

Burial will follow in Miller Cemetery, LaGrange.

Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange is assisting the family with arrangements.

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


Miller, Harvey H., 91, of Kalona, IA died September 2, 2012 at Iowa City, Johnson Co., Iowa. He was born July 29, 1921 at Conway Springs, Kansas to Harvey C. and Mary (Fry) Miller. On June 14, 1942 he was married to Salinda Yoder, who died January 28, 2005.

Surviving are children, Roy (Mollie) Miller of Kalona, IA; Robert (Gayle) Miller of Bethel, Alaska; and Mary C. Miller of Kalona, IA; a son-in-law George Miller of Washington, IA, eight grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and two sisters, Susan Yoder of Kalona, IA; and Edna Miller of Kalona, IA.

A daughter, Elizabeth Miller, and his siblings: Barbara, Clemens, Amos, Clarence, Samuel, Ezra, Lydian, Enos, Mattie, Mary and Henry preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held September 7, 2012 at Kalona Mennonite Church, Kalona, Washington Co., Iowa with burial in South Gingerich Cemetery Kalona, Iowa.

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


Miller, Ida Lehman
Sept. 3, 1921 - Jan. 9, 2012

LAGRANGE - Ida Miller, 90, of Lagrange, died at 11:15 p.m. Jan. 9, 2012, at her home.

She was born Sept. 3, 1921, to Albert and Annie (Hochstetler) Lehman. On Dec. 16, 1948, she married Ray J. Miller.

He survives, along with daughters Fern (Tony) Miller of Middlebury and Mary (Earl) Miller of Shipshewana; sons Olen (Christine) Miller of Middlebury, Otis (Karen) Miller of Goshen, Glen (Rose) Miller of LaGrange, Albert (Carolyn) Miller of Middlebury and LaVern (Wilma) Miller of Topeka; 25 grandchildren; 46 great-grandchildren; sisters Katie Miller of Marshallville, Ga., and Mary (Ezra) Gingerich of Millersburg; brothers Dan (Ida Mae) Lehman of LaGrange, Harvey (Barbara) Lehman of Orrville, Ohio, and Joe (Kathryn) Lehman of Topeka.

Three brothers, one sister and two great-grandchildren are deceased.

Visitation will be all day Wednesday at the family's home, 2340 W. 350 S., LaGrange, where services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday with Bishop Martin R. Yoder and home ministers officiating. Burial will be in Miller Cemetery, LaGrange. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.

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


Miller, Ira

Oct. 3, 1945 - Oct. 8, 2012

WOLCOTTVILLE - Ira Miller, 67, of Wolcottville, passed away Monday, Oct. 8, 2012, at Wyant Woods Care Center in Akron, Ohio.

He was born on Oct. 3, 1945, to William A. and Anna (Petershien) Miller in Topeka. On Aug. 15, 1965, he married Carol Bauman.

Ira was a truck driver and he had also worked as a dairy farmer and tour bus driver.

He is survived by his wife, Carol Miller of Wolcottville; a son, Ross A. (Lorena) Miller of Goshen; a daughter, Yolanda J. Pawlyshyn of Naples, Fla.; three grandchildren, Matthew, Brianna and Makayla; three sisters, Martha Miller of Goshen, Barbara (Allen) Sharick of Shipshewana and Dora (Larry) Zook of Wolcottville; and one brother, Edgar (Phyllis) Miller of White Pigeon, Mich.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Ella Joan Miller.

A visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 12, 2012, at Yeager Funeral Home, 1589 Lincolnway S., Ligonier. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, 2012, at New Life Fellowship, 2755 S.R. 5, Topeka. Pastor Larry Byrnes will officiate. Burial will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to McLean/Harvard Brain Tissue Resource Center, McLean Hospital, 115 Mill St., Belmont MA 02478.

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

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Oct. 10, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, J. John J., of Kalona, Iowa completed his life here on earth July 2, 2012, which began on July 3, 1919. He joined his life journey wife Mabel Brenneman on June 1, 1941. J. John will be remembered as long-time minister of East Union Mennonite Church, near Kalona, Iowa. John was often noted for his name, and when asked about all the J's, he would explain that he was named for his four grandfathers and two great grandfathers - Jacob John Jeremiah.

J. John lived most of his life in the Kalona - Wellman community, except for ten years of growing up in Arkansas. He worked at Kalona Oil Company until he was drafted in 1942. He went into Civilian Public Service (CPS) in Fort Collins, Colorado, and Malcolm, Nebraska, from 1942-1946. In 1948, John and Mabel were part of a group who reopened the small rural Pleasant Valley Church. In 1953, he was ordained as minister at East Union Mennonite Church. Following his call to ministry he enrolled in Bible studies and general courses at Hesston College in Kansas. In 1969, John was ordained bishop. He also served as a mediator with churches in the Iowa-Nebraska Mennonite Conference.

Survived by his wife Mabel and his five children - Linda Rowold and friend George Brown of Austin, TX, John David and wife Rebecca Miller of Lexington, KY, Marlin and wife June Miller of Kalona, Jim Miller and fiancé Jody Benson of Minneapolis, MN, and Gary and wife Gwen Miller of Gary, IN. He is also survived by eight grandchildren - Alice Schermerhorn, Sarah Miller-Piper, Shonda Hershberger, Jamie Trueblood, Rachel Snowden, Ben Miller, Margo Young, Jared Richey; and twelve great grandchildren - Max and Will Schermerhorn, London and Camden Hershberger, Jonathan and Kate Piper, Tatum and Maggie Trueblood, Isaiah and Ezekial Snowden, and Skylar and Kirkland Young. Also, two sisters-in-law Mary Ellen Miller of Kalona, Elvira Brenneman of Lubbock, TX, brother-in-law Al Neuenschwander of Berne, IN.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Leroy and Lydia Troyer Miller, step mother Lydia Beachy Miller, a brother Ralph, two sisters - Grace Tiessen and Mabel Neuenschwander, son-in-law Milam Rowold, and two infant great grandsons, Kai and Boston Hershberger.

Celebration of Life Service was July 8, 2012 at the East Union Mennonite Church in rural Rev. Jay Miller and Rev. David L. Yoder will officiate. A private graveside service was prior to the COL service in the East Union Cemetery, Kalona, IA.

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

 


Miller, James William

Jan. 28, 1918 - April 5, 2012

GOSHEN - James William Miller, 94, died Thursday, April 5, 2012, at Greencroft Healthcare.

He was born Jan. 28, 1918, in Howe to the late John and Stella (Schaffer) Miller. He married Sarah B. Miller on Dec. 1, 1995. She survives.

Also surviving are six daughters, Janet (Charles) Marsh of Franklin, Tenn., Linda (Dewayne) Miller of Middlebury, Sandra Boone of Sarasota, Fla., Barbara (Wayne) Troyer of Bremen, Beverly (Joe) Watson of Sarasota and Kari (Joe) Dalton of Parrish, Fla.; two sons, James Miller of Zephyrhills, Fla., and David (Edna) Miller of Sandusky, Mich.; a stepdaughter, Cheryl (Dennis) Pierce of Osceola; a stepson, Cletus (Jerlyn) Yoder of Goshen; 35 grandchildren; 52 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Ruth (Kohli) Miller; a son, John "Chuck" Miller; a sister, Mabel Thornton; and a brother, Maynard Miller.

A longtime Goshen (Foraker) resident, Mr. Miller worked in the lab at Goshen Rubber for 27 years.

Friends may call from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday at The Meetinghouse at Greencroft where an 11 a.m. Friday, April 20, 2012, memorial service will be conducted. Greencroft Chaplain Velma Swartz will officiate. Burial of cremains will be at Union Center Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research.

Yoder-Culp Funeral Home is assisting with funeral arrangements.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
April 18, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, John H.

April 2, 1921 - Sept. 21, 2012

BREMEN - John H. Miller, 91, of Bremen, died at 11:35 p.m. Friday, Sept. 21, 2012, in his home.

He was born in Nappanee to Jacob L. and Katie Ann (Mast) Miller.

He married Fannie Matilda Yoder on Nov. 11, 1947.

She survives, along with children Ruth (Mike) Meine of Portsmouth, Va., Sarah Friend of Goshen, Abraham (Donna) Miller of White Pigeon, Mich., Lucinda (Donnie) Gaut of Nappanee, Elam Lavern (Diane) Miller of Sherman, Texas, Robert Devon Miller of Fort Wayne and Keith (Roxanne) Miller of Bremen; niece Ada (Monroe) Miller of Nappanee; 33 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; and siblings Lydia Mae Schmucker of Nappanee, Susie Miller of Eau Claire, Wis., and Monroe Miller of Medford, Wis.

John was preceded in death by four sisters and three brothers.

Visitation is from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday, Sept. 24, 2012, at Thompson-Lengacher and Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, and one hour prior to the 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012, funeral service at Northwood Chapel. Pastor Larry Pletcher will officiate.

Burial will follow in South Union Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be given to Northwood Chapel.

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


Miller, John O.

Aug. 22, 1923 - Nov. 8, 2012

GOSHEN - John O. Miller, 89, died early Thursday morning, Nov. 8, 2012, at Emily's House at Waterford Crossing. He had recently suffered a stroke.

He was born Aug. 22, 1923, in Goshen to Owen and Sarah (Lehman) Miller.

On Sept. 29, 1946, he married Amelia "Millie" Ruth Jones in Middlebury. She died Nov. 10, 1990.

He married Alberta (Schrock) Beachy on May 9, 1992, in Goshen. She survives.

Also surviving are three daughters, Rachel Miller of Brooklyn, N.Y., Joy (J.D.) Gerber of White Pigeon, Mich. and Miriam (Nathan) Yoder of Harrisonburg, Va.; five sons, Elwayne Miller of Middlebury, Elroy (Linda) Miller of Harrisonburg, Galen (Cheryl) Miller of Chandler, Ariz., Keith Miller of Middlebury and Mark (Phyllis) Miller of Mechanicsburg, Ohio; three stepdaughters, Emma (Wayne) Beachy and Anita (Todd) Neuschwander, both of Goshen and Marilee (Donald) Gingerich of Clarksville, Mich.; a stepson, Gary D. Beachy of Middlebury; 29 grandchildren; 14 stepgrandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren, one great-stepgrandson; three great-great-grandchildren; three sisters, Ida Bontrager and Edna Graber, both of Middlebury and Sarah (Frank) Christner of Arkansas; and a brother, Owen (Carol) Miller Jr. of Goshen.

He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife; a son, Phillip Lynn Miller; a grandson, Andrew Lynn Miller; two sisters, Alice Miller and Mary Bontrager; and a brother, Edward Miller.

A lifetime resident, Mr. Miller drove a school bus many years for Goshen Community Schools and 13 years for Greencroft.

He was a local farmer.

Mr. Miller loved the Lord and was very active in the Conservative Mennonite Church and Christian education.

Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. today, Nov. 9, 2012, from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10, 2012, and one hour prior to the 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 11, 2012, funeral service at Living Water Mennonite Church, 65215 C.R. 27, Goshen. Officiants will be Pastor Todd Neuschwander, son-in-law.

Burial will follow in Clinton Union Cemetery, Goshen.

Memorials may be directed to Clinton Christian School or Gospel Echoes Prison Ministry.

Yoder-Culp Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.

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


Miller, JoLinda Fern

Aug. 8, 2012 - Aug. 9, 2012

MIDDLEBURY - JoLinda Fern Miller, infant, of Middlebury died at 12:44 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 9, 2012, at Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne.

She was born Aug. 8, 2012, to Lonnie Dean and Judy B. (Miller) Miller.

Survivors in addition to her parents are three sisters, Jeneva, Joyce and Jolaina Miller, all at home; four brothers, Justin, Jared, Joel and Jayden Miller, all at home; grandparents Edward and Velda Miller of Goshen and Perry and Esther Miller of Shipshewana; and great-grandmother Ida Bontrager of Goshen.

She was preceded in death by two sisters, Jolisa Lyn and Jenna Diane Miller.

The family will hold a private graveside service. Burial will be in Bontrager Yoder Cemetery, Middlebury.

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

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


Miller, Laura Violet Yoder

Feb. 8, 1918 - Aug. 2, 2012

MIDDLEBURY - Laura Violet Miller, 94, of Middlebury, died at 7:03 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 2, 2012, at Courtyard of Goshen.

She was born Feb. 8, 1918, to Eli S. and Sovilla (Schmucker) Yoder in Newaygo County, Mich. On Oct. 21, 1937, she married Christ Freeman Miller in Middlebury. He died May 2, 1952.

Surviving are three daughters, Carolyn (Glenn) Miller of Middlebury, Lee Little of Zionsville and Betty (James) Steele of Middlebury; three sons, Pete (Jane) Miller of Elkhart, Robert (Bobbie) Miller of Goshen and Kenneth Miller of Middlebury; 20 grandchildren; 50 great-grandchildren; and 14 great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; great-grandson Adam Perry Brown; son-in-law Bill Little; five sisters, Pearl Yoder, Fannie Yoder, Lydia Mae Eash, Elizabeth Dunlap and Mary Etta Miller; and five brothers, Manas, Melvin, Eli, Irwin and John Yoder.

She was a homemaker and a member of First Mennonite Church, Middlebury. At church she was active for many years in the sewing circle, called First Mennonite Women. She taught children's Sunday school and volunteered at Bible Memory Camps.

She served for two years as a housekeeper at Fellowship House in Washington, D.C., bringing the gospel to many different people through one-to-one discipling.

Visitation will be from 2 to 8 p.m. Monday, Aug. 6, 2012, at Miller Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 South Main St., Middlebury. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2012, at First Mennonite Church, Middlebury. Services will be conducted by the Rev. Gary Martin and grandson the Rev. Zach Miller. Burial will be in Grace Lawn Cemetery, Middlebury.

Memorials may be given to First Mennonite Church. Online condolences may be sent at www.millerstewartfuneralhome.com.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Aug. 4, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, Leona Miller

Jan. 20, 1923 - Dec. 25, 2012

NAPPANEE - Leona Milller, 89, of Nappanee, died at 11:12 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 25, 2012, at LuAnn Nursing Home after a short illness. She had been at the nursing home for three years.

She was born Jan. 20, 1923, in Kosciusko County to David J. and Barbara (Hochstetler) Miller. She had lived her lifetime in the area. She married Harvey Miller on Nov. 8, 1942, in Marshall County.

He survives along with children Etta Fern (Wayne) Risser of Elkhart, Rosa Elaine Newbry of Goshen, Viola Miller of Nappanee, Wayne Alan (Brenda) Miller of Elkhart, Larry Lee (Cyndy) Miller of Elkhart, Lanadell (Carl) Helmuth of Adair, Okla., Joyce Evans of Nappanee, Sherri Lynne (Merle) Alderman of Nappanee and Rhonda Ann (Jim) Bellman of Nappanee; 28 grandchildren; 55 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; brothers Sylvanus (Mary) Miller of Nappanee, Lester (Alary Esther) Miller of Middlebury and Homer (Freda) Miller of Nappanee; sisters Linda Mae Miller, Clara (Lamar) Hershberger and Verba (Lonnie) Slabaugh, all of Nappanee; sisters-in-law Norma Miller of Nappanee, Etta Ferne (Dan) Miller-Gingerich of Bellefontaine, Ohio, and Rosa Miller of Nappanee; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; infant son Merlin Ray Miller; brothers Gilbert Miller and David Miller Jr.; brother and sister-in-law Harley and Mary Miller; sister Lovina Miller; and son-in-law Jim Evans.

Leona was a homemaker and she cooked at LuAnn Nursing Home for nine years. She also worked at Wayside Restaurant in Nappanee. She was a member of North Main Street Mennonite Church in Nappanee, and quilted at Elder Haus for many years. She loved her family very much.

Friends may visit the family from 2 to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 28, 2012, at Thompson-Lengacher and Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, and for an hour prior to the 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, funeral service at North Main Street Mennonite Church in Nappanee. Her son-in-law, Carl Helmuth, and the Rev. Ruben Chupp of North Main Street Mennonite Church will officiate. Burial will follow in South Union Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be given to Elder Haus or North Main Street Mennonite Church. Online condolences may be shared at www.tlyfh.com.

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


Miller, Lester J.

Nov. 7, 1925 - Jan. 23, 2012

HOWE - Lester J. Miller, 86, of Howe, died Monday, Jan. 23, 2012, at Parkview LaGrange Hospital in LaGrange.

Mr. Miller was born Nov. 7, 1925, in Goshen to Jacob J.C. and Ada C. (Miller) Miller. They both preceded him in death.

Living his lifetime in LaGrange and Elkhart counties, he was a prison chaplain and former co-owner of Rock of Ages Book Store in LaGrange. Mr. Miller was a member of Marion Mennonite Church in rural Shipshewana and LaGrange County Chaplains Ministry and worked with prison fellowship.

On June 28, 1947, in Middlebury, he married Josephine Graber. Mrs. Miller preceded him in death on April 11, 1965. On March 19, 1966, in Plato, he married Mary E. Shrock. She survives in Howe.

Also surviving are a daughter, Emily E. Neice of Shipshewana; a son and daughter-in-law, Eugene D. and Sharon Miller of Millersburg; four grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and a brother, Chris J. Miller of Goshen.

Also preceding him in death were a daughter, Elsie Marie Miller in 1949; five sisters; and three brothers.

Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 28, 2012, at Shore Mennonite Church, 7235 W - 100 N, Shipshewana, with pastors Ron and Char Roth officiating. Burial will be in Clinton Union Cemetery, Goshen.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. today, Jan. 26, 2012, and from 2 to 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, at Marion Mennonite Church, 5460 N - 450 W,, Shipshewana.

Memorials may be made to LaGrange County Chaplains Ministry, 6190 N - 100 E, Howe, IN 46746. Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange is assisting the family with arrangements.

Condolences may be left for the family at www.fruripmayfuneralhome.com.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Jan. 26, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, Levi D.

Nov. 7, 1939 - Dec. 10, 2012

GOSHEN - Levi D. Miller, 73, died Monday afternoon, Dec. 10, 2012, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center from injuries sustained in a truck accident in Genoa, Ohio.

He was born Nov. 7, 1939, to David Jr. and Mattie E. (Hershberger) Miller in Middlebury.

On July 7, 1990, he married Nora Kaufman, in Las Vegas. She survives.

Also surviving are a son, Mervin (Tammy) Miller of Goshen; three daughters, Carla (Lamar) Mullet of Milford, and Cheryl Miller and Teresa (Matthew) Falk, both of Nappanee; two stepsons, Roger (Yvonne) Kaufman and Jeff (Laura) Kaufman, both of Nappanee; two stepdaughters, Cindy Miller of Nappanee and Tania Wood of South Bend; 28 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Alvin (Lydia Mae) Miller and Lloyd (Lora Mae) Miller, both of Middlebury; and four sisters, Katie (Olen) Nisley of Goshen, Mary (Rudy) Schmucker of Ohio, Anna (Perry) Whetstone of Shipshewana and Esther (Albert) Hochstetler of Topeka.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Daniel; and two sisters, Wilma and Polly.

Mr. Miller enjoyed time with his family, his hobby trains and his dog, Duke.

He truly enjoyed driving semi-trucks, most recently with G & R Trucking.

He attended New Paris Church of the Brethren.

Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 13, 2012, at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home and one hour prior to the 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 14, 2012, funeral service at New Paris Church of the Brethren. Pastor Stan Godfrey will officiate.

Burial will follow in Sugar Grove Cemetery.

Memorials may be directed to the American Heart Association.

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


Miller, Levi J.
Sept. 28, 1925 - Feb. 17, 2012

GOSHEN - Levi J. Miller, 86, died Friday morning, Feb. 17, 2012, at Greencroft Healthcare.

He was born Sept. 28, 1925, in Allen County to John and Rozina (Zehr) Miller. He married Fanny L. Peachey on March 3, 1958, in Sarasota, Fla. She died Aug. 15, 2006.

He is survived by two daughters, Rosann (Dean) Burkholder of Goshen and Sarah (DeWayne) Miller-Bontrager of Topeka; a son, Michael (Jana) Z. Miller of Indianapolis; three grandchildren, John Michael Miller, Marita Miller and Lauren Bontrager; a brother, Elmer (Norma) Miller of Goshen; and a sister, Esther (Sam) Bontrager of Middlebury.

He was preceded in death by a son, John Mark Miller; and eight siblings, Katie Ann Miller, David J. Miller, Lydia Chupp, Mattie Bontrager, Mary J. Miller, Menno Miller, Joseph J. Miller and Amos J. Miller.

A lifetime area resident, Mr. Miller was a member of Pleasant View Mennonite Church, Goshen, and the Mennonite Historical Society. A carpenter, he co-founded and managed Miller Building Supply.

Friends may call from 3 to 7 p.m., Monday, Feb. 20, 2012 at The Meetinghouse at Greencroft, Goshen, and from 9 until the 10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2012, funeral service at Pleasant View Mennonite Church, Goshen. Pastor Ron Diener will officiate.

Burial will follow in Clinton Brick Cemetery, Goshen.

Memorial contributions may be made to Mennonite Mission Network. Yoder-Culp Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Feb. 19, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, Lloyd H., age 87, died October 26, 2012, Born in Oyster Point, to Christian K. and Fannie H. Miller. He was married to the late Mary V. Drescher Miller for 64 years.

A member of Chestnut Hill Mennonite Church, Columbia, PA.

Surviving are 6 children: Lloyd D., husband of Sharon Pickell, Lancaster; Joyce G., wife of Vaughn Good, Bird-in-Hand; Eugene D., husband of Candace Zercher, Orrville, OH; Arlene Y., wife of Douglas Weaver, Sarasota, FL; Terri L. Michael of Lancaster; Denise R. Miller, Lititz, 5 grandsons, 2 great grandchildren and a brother Robert, husband of Ruth Anne Huber, Mt. Joy. Among the people who called him dad are: Sandy, wife of Paul Kralicek, Willow Street, Heather, wife of Roger Waite, Elizabethtown, and Karen Trickett, York. He will be dearly missed.

Preceding him in death besides his wife are 8 siblings: John, Abram, Edna, Clayton, Kathryn, Charles, Christian and Raymond. Funeral service was November 5, 2012 at the Habecker Mennonite Church, Lancaster, PA.

Source: Intelligencer Journal,
Lancaster New Era Newspapers, Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler


Miller, Lois A. Frey

May 29, 1929 - June 27, 2012

GOSHEN - Lois A. (Frey) Miller, 83, of Goshen, died at 11:05 a.m. Wednesday, June 27, 2012, at Greencroft Healthcare.

She was born May 29, 1929, to Artie (Oesch) and Floyd Frey in LaGrange. She married Ora Miller on Nov. 28, 1957. He died July 24, 1972.

Surviving are daughters Kristine (James) Schreck of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Marsha (Dr. Gary Cornette) Miller of Goshen; son Ross (Kim) Miller of Nappanee; and four grandsons.

Her brother, Loren Frey, preceded her in death.

Lois was a graduate of Goshen College, a member of Emma Mennonite Church and director of LaGrange County Cancer Society for 27 years.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. today, June 29, 2012, at Emma Mennonite Church, 1900 S. 600 W., Topeka. Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 30, 2012, in Shore Cemetery, Shipshewana. The memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 30, 2012, at the Emma Mennonite Church, Topeka. Pastor Gene Hartman will officiate.

Memorials may be directed to Greencroft or Emma Mennonite Church. Rieth Rohrer Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen, is in charge of arrangements.

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


Miller, Lovina Borkholder

Nov. 6, 1935 - March 22, 2012

CENTREVILLE, Mich. - Lovina Borkholder Miller, 76, of Centreville, passed away Thursday, March 22, 2012, from cancer.

She was born in Elkhart County, Ind., on Nov. 6, 1935, to Jacob J. and Lizzieann Borkholder. On June 28, 1958, she married John C. Miller at Moorepark Church. He survives.

Also surviving are sons Gary (Susan) Miller of Vicksburg and Larry (Caroline) Miller, Terry (Stacey) Miller and Barry (Tammy) Miller, all of the Centreville area; 13 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; four sisters; one brother; one sister-in-law; and one brother-in-law.

Her parents and siblings Mary and Annie Miller and Lloyd Borkholder are deceased.

Calling will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday and from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Monday at Firm Foundation Ministries, Centreville. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the church. Pastors Jim Savasta and Don Smith will officiate. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Centreville.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may go to Fellowship Bible Church, Goshen (Ind.) Cancer Center or Three Rivers Hospice. Arrangements were by Eley Funeral Home in Centreville.

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


Miller, Marie Peters, 90, of Elkhart, IN died March 15, 2012 at the same place. She was born July 26, 1922 at Henderson, NE to Dietrich and Helena (Friesen) Peters. On January 11, 1945 at New Haven, IN she was married to Vic Miller.

Surviving are children, Carol (Stan) Miller Histand; Vici (Mike) Vogel; and Terry (Debbie) Miller, seven grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, two sisters, Hilda Friesen; and Cornelia (Henry) Kleiwer; and three brothers, Jake (Linda) Peters; Clarence (Esther) Peters; and Herb (Jean) Peters.

Three brothers, Junior Peters, Henry Peters, and Arthur Peters preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held March 23, 2012 at Hively Avenue Mennonite Church, Elkhart, IN with burial in Harlan, IN.

Submitted by: Winifred Saner, Elkhart, IN
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, Marion D.

April 5, 1954 - Nov. 4, 2012

MIDDLEBURY - Marion D. Miller, 58, of Middlebury, died at 10:52 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 4, 2012, at Elkhart Hospice House in Elkhart, after battling AML since April of this year.

He was born on April 5, 1954, in Goshen to Harvey L. and Ida Ellen (Bender) Miller.

Surviving are his father of Middlebury; sisters Marlene (Ezra) Miller of Metamora, Ill., De (Mike) Sellers of Gainesville, Fla. and Sharon (James) Brandenberger of Middlebury; and brothers Duane (Cheri) Miller of Plymouth and Don Miller of Battle Creek, Mich.

He was preceded in death by his mother.

He worked the past several years for Kraft Foods. He served with Middlebury Little League for more than 30 years, most of them as president.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday Nov. 6, 2012, at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 S. Main St., Middlebury. A graveside service will be at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2012, in Griner Cemetery, Middlebury. Funeral services will be at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Nov. 7, 2012, at Griner Mennonite Church. Services will be conducted by the Rev. Robert Riegsecker.

Memorials may be given to Middlebury Little League.

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


Miller, Marlin D.

Born in Manistique, Michigan on Jun. 10, 1952
Departed on Jan. 21, 2012 and resided in Gleason, WI.

Marlin Miller, 59, of rural Gleason, passed away at his home January 21, 2012, after several years of cancer. He was born June 10, 1952, at Manistique, MI to the late Victor and Eva (Mishler) Miller. He received Christ in his youth and was baptized. He was a member at the Gleason Mennonite Church in Wisconsin at his death. On October 19, 1974 he married Irene Miller, daughter of Noah and Lydia (Gingerich) Miller.

Their home was blessed with 12 children: Elaine, wife of Elwood Derstine, Thorp, WI; Nathanael, husband of Esther, Augusta, WI; Lowell, Kirksville, MO; Ethan, Clare, MI; Florence, wife of Marlin Fox, Clare, MI; Lynette, Gleason; Violet, wife of Dave Krahn, Leamington, Ontario; Doris, Clare, MI; Wendell, Augusta, WI; Denise, Clare, MI; Katrina, and Janice, at home; and 8 grandchildren.

He is also survived by his mother, Eva (Mishler) Miller, 2 sisters, Nancy Miller and Naomi (Jason) Yoder, and 4 brothers: Vernon (Sue) Miller, Philip (Susan) Miller, David (Cheryl) Miller, and Nathan (Bina) Miller.

Preceding him in death was his father, Victor Miller, and a brother, Harold Miller.

The funeral will be 10 AM Wednesday, January 25 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Merrill, with the ministers from the Gleason Mennonite Church officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday from 1PM to 4PM and 5PM to 8PM at Trinity Lutheran Church. Burial will be at the Gleason Mennonite Cemetery.

The Waid Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements. Online tributes can be made at www.waidfuneral.com .

Waid Funeral Home, Merrill, WI
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, Marlin J., 77, of Wauseon, Fulton Co., Ohio died January 18, 2012 at the same place. He was born March 29, 1934 at Pettisville, Fulton Co., Ohio. On December 31, 1994 he was married to Esther Kusky.

Married Freida Schrock on May 12, 1956. Freida passed away November 16, 1993.

Memorial services were held February 25, 2012 at North Clinton Mennonite Church, Wauseon, Ohio with burial in Pettisville Cemetery, Pettisville, Ohio.

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

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Miller, Marlin J.

WAUSEON -- Marlin J. Miller, 77, of Wauseon, passed away early Wednesday morning, January 18, 2012, in his home following a courageous battle with cancer.

He was born March 29, 1934, near Pettisville, the son of Charles and Bessie (Frey) Miller. He married Freida Schrock on May 12, 1956, and she preceded him in death on November 16, 1993. He then married Esther (Christner) Kusky on December 31, 1994. A lifelong resident of the Wauseon and Napoleon area, he was a volunteer for the FISH program and was a driver for the senior center. He was a member of the North Clinton Mennonite Church at Wauseon, and Gideons International.

He is survived by his wife, Esther; four children, Darla (Steve) Kruse of Wauseon, Dawnell (Miles) Yoder of Lancaster, Pa., Valarie (John) Schlatter of Wauseon, and LaVon (Jennifer) Miller of Dexter, Mich.; two stepchildren, Carla (Tim) Callahan of Hemet, Calif., and Daniel (Monique) Kusky of Stockbridge, Mich.; 10 grandchildren; five stepgrandchildren; three great-grandchildren; four great-stepgrandchildren; four brothers, Robert (Norma) Miller of Wauseon, Glen (Marilyn) Miller of Goshen, Ind., Dale Miller of Bellingham, Wash., and Virgil (MaryAnn) Miller of Archbold; and two sisters, Ada (Andy) Brenneman of Lima, and Marilouise (Virgil) Waidelich of Archbold.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife; a great-granddaughter; a brother, Kenneth Miller; and a sister, Lois Short.

Private services for the family will be held on Friday with interment following in the Pettisville Cemetery. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 25, 2012, at 11 a.m. at the North Clinton Mennonite Church with Pastor Brad Faler officiating, with visitation from 10-11 a.m. Short Funeral Home in Archbold has been entrusted with the arrangements. www.ShortFuneralHome.com.

Published: January 19, 2012
The Crescent-News, Defiance, OH
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, Mary Catherine Stanton, 77, of Springs, PA died March 17, 2012 at Cumberland, Maryland in an automobile accident. She was born March 19, 1935 at Bittinger, Garrett County, Maryland to Melvin and Mabel (Bittinger) Stanton. She was married to Blaine Edward Miller, who survives.

Surviving are a son: Mitchell James Miller and wife Susan, a brother: Richard Stanton and wife Juanita, and a sister: Helen Dice.

Brothers: Owen, Hoye and Robert Stanton preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held March 24, 2012 at Newman's Funeral Home, Grantsville, Garrett County, Maryland with burial in Springs Mennonite Church Cemetery, Springs, Somerset County, Pennsylvania.

Submitted by: Felicia Maust, Springs, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, Mary K. Slabach Bontrager

Nov. 16, 1921 - May 8, 2012

GOSHEN - Mary K. Bontrager Miller, 90, of Goshen, formerly of Middlebury, died at 3:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 8, 2012.

She was born Nov. 16, 1921, in Elkhart County to Joe and Lydia (Miller) Slabach. On Jan. 22, 1942, she married Amos M. Bontrager. He died April 30, 1971. On March 29, 1980, she married Elmer D. Miller. He died Oct. 1, 2011.

Surviving are daughter Janice (Nate) Hochstetler; sons Lloyd, Marvin (Beth), Calvin (Shirley), Dale (Katie), Richard (Sue) and James (Pam) Bontrager; stepdaughters Laura Miller, Elsie (Atlee) Hostetler and Grace (Henry) Schrock; stepsons Duane (Lois) , Marion (Teresa) and Elmer Jr. (Carol) Miller; sisters Velda (Lloyd) Miller, Edna (Vernon) Schmucker and Annabelle (Jonathon) Mast; brothers Floyd (Jane) and Joe Slabach.

Seven siblings and a daughter-in-law are deceased.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Pleasant Grove Mennonite Church, Millersburg. A graveside service at 9:30 a.m. Saturday will be in Bethel Cemetery, Nappanee. A memorial service will follow at 11 a.m. Saturday the church.

Memorials may go to the church for mission projects.

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


Miller, Mary Louise Peachey

Sept. 11, 1934 - April 8, 2012

WAKARUSA - Mary Louise Miller, 77, died Sunday evening at Greencroft Healthcare.

She was born Sept. 11, 1934, in Belleville, Pa., to Samuel and Julia (Yoder) Peachey.

She married Ray L. Miller July 1, 1960, in Goshen. He preceded her in death May 1, 1995.

Surviving are a daughter, Nancy (Richard) Damm, Wakarusa; a son, Jeffrey S. (Myra) Miller, Huntertown; four grandchildren; four sisters, Sarah (Norman) Glick, Belleville, Pa., Lois (Willard) Yoder, Huntingdon, Pa., Julia King, Allensville, Pa.; and Lydia Frey, Goshen; a sister-in-law, Adeline Peachey, White Pigeon, Mich.; and two brothers, Caleb (Bertha) Peachey and Joshua (Suvilla) Peachey, both of Belleville, Pa.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Fannie Miller; two brothers, Peter and Benjamin Peachey; and a brother-in-law, Levi Miller.

A longtime Goshen resident, Mrs. Miller managed the Goshen High School cafeteria for 25 years.

She was a member of North Goshen Mennonite Church and the Elkhart County Home Extension.

Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and one hour prior to the 10 a.m. Thursday funeral service at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home. Pastor Merle Hostetler will officiate.

Burial will follow in Violett Cemetery, Goshen.

Memorial contributions may be made to Feed the Children.

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

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Miller, Mary Louise Peachey , 77, of Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN died April 8, 2012 at the same place. She was born September 11, 1934 at Belleville, PA to Samuel and Julia (Yoder) Peachey. On July 1, 1960 at Goshen, Indiana she was married to Ray L. Miller, who died May 1, 1995.

Surviving are a daughter, Nancy (Richard) Damm, a son, Jeffrey S. (Myra) Miller, four grandchildren, and siblings: Sarah (Norman) Glick; Lois (Willard) Yoder; Julia King; Lydia Frey; Caleb (Bertha) Peachey; and Joshua (Suvilla) Peachey.

A sister, Fannie Miller and two brothers, Peter Peachey and Benjamin Peachey preceded her in death.

Mrs. Miller managed the Goshen High School cafeteria for 25 years. She was a member of North Goshen Mennonite Church and the Elkhart County Home Extension.

Memorial services were held April 12, 2012 at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen, IN with burial in Violett Cemetery, Goshen, IN.

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


Miller, Mary Louise Witmer, 84, of Estes Park, CO died August 14, 2012 at the same place. She was born May 25 1928. On September 23, 1950 she was married to James Miller, who was born March 20, 1927 and died January 30, 1994.

Surviving are a daughter, Sherie (Larry) Strong, a son, Larry (Cindy) Miller, and one grandchild.

Memorial services were held August 19, 2012 at Christian Church of Estes Park, Estes Park, CO with burial in Tort Wayne, IN.

Submitted by: Elaine Stuckey, Leo, IN
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, Mattie D. Petersheim

Sept. 7, 1952 - Sept. 28, 2012

SHIPSHEWANA - Mattie D. Miller, 60, died at 7:45 a.m. Friday, Sept. 28, 2012, in her home.

She was born Sept. 7, 1952, to the late David and Susie (Yoder) Petersheim, in Topeka.

She married Levi E. Miller on March 21, 1974, in Wolcottville.

Survivors include her husband; children Sue Anna (Harvey) Schrock of LaGrange, Mary Ellen (John) Yoder, Marion (Miriam) Miller and Richard (Janita) Miller, all of Shipshewana, and Carolyn L. (Kenneth) Yoder and Edna Fern (Perry) Miller, both of Topeka; 20 grandchildren; siblings Mary (Harley) Miller and Ada (Nelson) Miller, both of LaGrange, Ida (Orva) Graber and Menno (Inez) Petersheim, both of Shipshewana, Edna Hochstetler and Jake (Dorothy) Petersheim, both of Wolcottville, and Ezra (Mary) Petersheim of Cambria, Wis.

Preceding her in death were her brother-in-law, Jacob Hochstetler; and sister-in-law, Ida Petersheim.

Visitation will be after 1 p.m. today, Sept. 29, and all day Sunday, Sept. 30, at the family home, 8730 W. S.R. 120. Funeral service will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 1, at Dean Bontrager's home, 8725 W. S.R. 120.

Burial will be in Lehman Cemetery.

Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury, is assisting the family.

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


Miller, Melvin P.

Dec. 3, 1932 - June 22, 2012

SARASOTA, Fla. - Melvin P. Miller, 79, of Sarasota, died Friday, June 22, 2012. He was born Dec. 3, 1932, in Elkhart County to Peter J. and Elizabeth Miller. He married Lavina Ellen Herschberger on Dec. 14, 1952.

He is survived by his wife; one son, Richard (Barbara) Miller; a daughter, Myra (Jeffrey) Lengacher; seven grandchildren, Jason, Chad, Josh, Steph and Jen Miller, Christopher Lengacher and Sara Creech; three great-grandchildren, Carter, Ruthie, and Joya; four sisters, Katie (Noah) Miller, Mary (Freeman) Miller, Edna Pendergrass and Betty (Henry) Miller and four brothers, Jacob, Raymond, Ezra and Omer Miller.

He was preceded in death by both parents; a son, Chip; and a brother, Lloyd.

Visitation will be Friday, June 29, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury. There will be one hour of visitation prior to the 10 a.m. funeral service Saturday, June 30, at Clinton Frame Mennonite Church. Burial will be in Miller Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be given to World's Attic, 3530 Webber St., Sarasota, FL 34269 or Tidewell Hospice, 5955 Rand Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34238.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
June 25, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Miller, Melvin "Mel" P., 79, of Sarasota, FL died June 22, 2012 at the same place from cancer. He was born December 3, 1932 at Middlebury, IN. He was married 59 years to Lavina Herschberger, who survives.

Surviving are children, Myra (Jeffrey) Lengacher of Goshen,IN; Richard (Barbara) Miller of Myakka City, FL: 7 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, sisters, Katie Miller, Mary Miller, Edna Pendergrass, and Betty Miller; brothers, Jacob, Raymond, Ezra, and Omer Miller.

A son, Chip Miller and a brother, Lloyd Miller preceded him in death.

A Chaple Service for Mel & Family was held June 25, 2012 at Palms-Robarts Funeral Home Chapel at Sarasota, FL. Memorial services were held June 30, 2012 at Clinton Frame Mennonite Church, Goshen, IN with burial in Miller Cemetery, Middlebury, IN.

Submitted by: Judith Mullett, Sarasota, FL
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, Merlin Robert, 83, of Harrisonburg, VA died July 31, 2012 at the same place. He was born July 16, 1929 at Norfolk, VA to Marvin E. Katie (Wenger) Miller. In 1983 he was married to Sara Grace Hostetler Yoder. First wife (deceased) of 33 years: Leona Miller.

Surviving are 4 sons and 4 daughters: Darrell (Donna) of Las Vegas, NE; Gerald (Mary Ellen) of Chesapeake, Va; Dennis (Lori) of Chesapeake, VA; Virgil (Sylvia) of Perkasie, PA; Joyce O'Bannon (Stan) of Bowman, GA; Jeanette Miller (Rufus) of Harrisonburg, VA; Lois Bontrager (Merv) of Middleburg, IN; and Sandra Good (Ray) of Harrisonburg, VA; and 4 step children: Christian Yoder (Jon) of Washington, DC; Carl Yoder (Mary) of Canton, MI; Tim Yoder of Yorktown, VA; Katie Mast (Ivan) of Plain City, OH, 29 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and a sister, Mildred Miller, Harrisonburg, VA.

Vocations: farming, driving a milk route, operating Miller's Cabinet Shop in Chesapeake, VA. Hobbies: bee-keeping, fishing, gardening. Activities: board member for Mr. Pleasant Christian School, Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community, and Williamsburg Christian Retreat Center. Long-term member of Mt. Pleasant Mennonite Church and more recently, Park View Mennonite Church.

Memorial services were held August 4, 2012 at Mount Pleasant Mennonite Church, Chesapeake, VA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Jane Eanes, Harrisonburg, VA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, Merritt R.

March 13, 1926 - Dec. 6, 2012

LAGRANGE - Merritt R. Miller, 86, of LaGrange, died Thursday, Dec. 6, 2012, at Greencroft Healthcare, Goshen.

He was born March 13, 1926, to the late Ray M. and Elva (Miller) Miller in LaGrange County.

He lived most of his life in LaGrange County.

He had worked at Kirsch Company in Middlebury and Lambright Hatchery in LaGrange. He also was a driver for Amish for many years.

He married Gladys May Tyson on March 4, 1949, in Middlebury. She preceded him in death on April 2, 1991.

Surviving are his daughters, Ruth A. Miller of LaGrange and Nancy L. (Stewart) Myers of Souderton, Pa.; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and sister Dorothy Timmons of Goshen.

He was preceded in death by a sister and two brothers.

Visitation is from 2 to 8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 10, 2012, at Emma Mennonite Church, 1900 S - 600 W, Topeka. Funeral services are at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2012, at the church, with Craig Graber officiating.

Burial will follow in Miller Cemetery, Shipshewana.

Memorials may be made to Gideons International.

Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange, IN is handling the arrangements.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Dec. 8, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, Orla P.

May 30, 1941 - Sept. 18, 2012

TOPEKA - Orla P. Miller, 71, died Tuesday morning, Sept. 18, at home.

He was born May 30, 1941, in LaGrange County to the late Perry B. and Anna (Schrock) Miller.

On Oct.14, 1965, in Topeka, he married Vera Mullet.

Survivors include his wife; children Shirley (Noah) Miller, Nettie (Albert) Miller, Sam (Linda) Miller, Galen (Betty) Miller, Joe (Dorcas) Miller, Merle (Nanette) Miller, Larry (Alice) Miller, Marvin (Lisa) Miller, Jake (Rose) Miller, Mel (Carol) Miller and Daryl (Regina) Miller; sisters Edna Hershberger, Esther (William Henry) Yoder and Susie (Johnny) Helmuth; 53 grandchildren; and two great-grandsons.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Raymond Miller; sister and brother-in-law, Martha and Don Tyson; and brother-in-law Mahlon Hershberger.

Visitation will be after 3 p.m. today, Sept. 19, and all day Thursday, Sept. 20, at the Galen Miller' residence, 7525 W. 600 S., Topeka. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 21, at the Sam Millerresidence, 7635 W. 600 S., Topeka.

Burial will be in Hawpatch Cemetery, Topeka.

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

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Sept. 19, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, Owen

March 14, 1941 - Nov. 15, 2012

NAPPANEE - Owen Miller, 71, of Miller's Merry Manor, Wakarusa and formerly of Nappanee, died at 9:40 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 15, 2012, at Goshen IU Health, after a brief illness.

He was born March 14, 1941, in Kosciusko County to Eli E. and Elsie (Borkholder) Miller.

Mr. Miller had lived in Hutchinson, Kan., for 33 years and moved back to Nappanee in 2001.

He had formerly worked at Liberty Coach in Indiana and Kansas and retired from Doskocil Foods in Hutchinson.

He was a member of North Main Street Mennonite Church. Mr. Miller was raised in the Amish church.

Surviving are sisters Edna E. and Nina E. Miller, both of Nappanee; nephews Glen R. (Barbara) Miller, Everet R. (Monica) Miller, Lester R. (Naomi) Miller and Leon R. (Marlene) Miller, all of Milford, Edwin R. (Martha) Miller of Nappanee and Marlin R. (Sharon) Miller of Bremen; and a niece-in-law, Viola Miller of Nappanee.

He was preceded in death by his parents; stepmother Katie Miller; brother Raymond E. Miller; stillborn sister Martha Milller; sister Ada E. Miller; nephew Earl R. Miller; and great-nephew Marvin L. Miller.

Family and friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 18, 2012, at Thompson-Lengacher and Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, and for one hour prior to the 10:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 19, 2012, funeral service at North Main Street Mennonite Church. The Rev. Ruben Chupp will officiate and Clell Kandel will assist.

Burial will be in South Union Cemetery.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Nov. 17, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, Paul Dean

Aug. 7, 1935 - Dec. 15, 2012

WHITE PIGEON, Mich. - Paul Dean Miller, 77, of White Pigeon and formerly of Shipshewana, Ind., died at 10:05 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 15, at Maples at Waterford Crossing, Goshen, Ind.

He was born Aug. 7, 1935, to the late Orva and Ellen (Troyer) Miller in LaGrange, Ind. He married Claudia McElmurry on June 28, 1970, at Methodist Church, Shipshewana.

His wife; children Kathy (Steve) Ewing, Shawna (Marv) Schmucker and Loren (Denise) and Shane (Nichole) Miller; grandchildren Matthew (Jenni) Ewing, Jen (Barry) Veltman, Conor and Max Schmucker, Malerie (Ron) Reed and Anthony, McClain and Clay Miller; great-grandchildren Brynn Ewing, Cody Veltman and Wyatt Reed; and siblings Marilyn (Elwyn) Frain and James (Shirley) and Alfred (Rosie) Miller survive.

A son, Michael Miller, and siblings Sam, Larry and Richard Miller and Romaine Hostetler preceded him in death.

Visitation will be from 2 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 18, and one hour prior to the 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 19, service at Maple Grove Church, Topeka, Ind. Burial will be in Shore Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to the family for a memorial gift to The Maples or to Harbor Light Hospice.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Dec. 17, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, Philip W.

Feb. 16, 1967 - May 26, 2012

WHITE PIGEON, Mich. - Philip W. Miller, 45, of White Pigeon, died Saturday, May 26, 2012, at his home. He was born Feb. 16, 1967, in Elkhart, Ind., to Edgar W. and Phyllis K. (Welty) Miller.

He married Connie Pletcher June 17, 1989, in Nappanee, Ind. She survives.

Surviving in addition to his wife are children Rachael, Anna, Aaron, Joel and Mitchell Miller, all of White Pigeon; his parents; sister Christina Miller of Middlebury; brother Tim (Kelly) Miller of White Pigeon and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was a farmer all his life and also enjoyed his family, making things and working with machinery. Philip was a member of Bethesda Fellowship Church of Middlebury.

Visitation will be Thursday, May 31, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at Farrand Funeral Home, White Pigeon, Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, June 1, at Riverview Mennonite Church, White Pigeon, with Pastor Larry Pletcher of Northwood Chapel officiating. Interment in Mottville Township Cemetery will follow.

Donations may be directed to the South African Evangelistic Mission.

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


Miller, Polly Miller
Nov. 9, 1911 - Jan. 13, 2012

VERMONTVILLE, Mich. - Polly Miller, 100, of Vermontville, formerly of Middlebury, Ind., died at 2:17 p.m., Friday, Jan. 13, at her residence. She was born Nov. 9, 1911, in Elkhart County, Ind., to Jacob R. and Katie (Miller) Miller. On Dec. 7, 1933, in Middlebury she married Cornelius A. "Neal" Miller; he died May 2, 2004. Surviving are a daughter, Nettie (Gerald) Hochstetler of Vermontville; three sons, Rudy (Lucille) Miller of Middlebury, Ray (Mabel) Miller of Goshen, Ind., and Mervin (Mary Catherine) Miller of Shipshewana, Ind.; 26 grandchildren; 111 great-grandchildren; 11 great-great grandchildren; and a sister, Ida Bontrager of Goshen.

She was preceded in death by her husband; both parents; two sisters, Fannie Miller and Anna Schrock; eight brothers, Levi, Daniel, David, Christ, Samuel, Ora, Lloyd and Rudy Miller; and daughter-in-law Ruby Miller. She was a homemaker and a member of the Old Order Amish Church. Visitation will be after 2 p.m. today and all day Monday, Jan. 16, at the Daniel Jay Miller residence, 60223 C.R. 37, Middlebury. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17, also at the Daniel Jay Miller residence. Services will be conducted by bishops Alvin Hershberger, Allen Miller and Ernest Schrock. Burial will be in Thomas Cemetery, Goshen.

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

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


Miller, Ruth Marie Gingerich, 91, of Wellman, IA died November 18, 2012 at Iowa City, IA. She was born June 29, 1921 at Wellman, IA to Chris and Matilda (Swartzendruber) Gingerich. On December 28, 1947 at Wellman, Iowa she was married to D. Max Miller.

Surviving is a son, Rex Miller.

Three half brothers; Jerry, Leroy and Aldine Gingerich and a half sister Luella Blosser preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held November 21, 2012 at Wellman Mennonite Church, Wellman, Iowa with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

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


Miller, Ryan Jay

Feb. 21, 2012 - Dec. 17, 2012

TOPEKA - Ryan Jay Miller, 10 months, of Topeka, died at 3:15 a.m. Monday, Dec. 17, 2012, at his home from complications he had struggled with since birth.

He was born Feb. 21, 2012, in Topeka to Kenneth Dean and Dora Jean (Miller) Miller.

Survivors in addition to his parents are two sisters, Janie Rose and Lena JoAnne Miller; two brothers, Aaron Lee and Lavon Dean Miller; grandparents Edna Fern Miller and Mervin and Susie Ellen Miller, both of Topeka; and great-grandmothers Susie Miller and Elizabeth Bender, both of Topeka.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Raymond Miller; and great-grandfathers Melvin Miller and Elmer Bender.

Visitation will be after 2 p.m. today, Dec. 18, 2012, and all day Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2012, at the family residence, 5465 S. 400 W., Topeka. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 20, 2012, at the Wayne Mullet residence, 5410 S. 400 W., Topeka. Services will be conducted by Bishop Harvey Lambright and the home ministers. Burial will be in Miller Cemetery, LaGrange.

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

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Dec. 18, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, Tillie Kathryn Mullet

Jan. 29, 1933 - Jan. 6, 2012

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Tillie Kathryn Miller, 78, died Jan. 6, 2012, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.

She was born Jan. 29, 1933, in Conway Springs, Kan., the daughter of Jonas N. and Mary Ann (Yoder) Mullet. She was once the owner of the Yoder Café.

On March 4, 1951, she married Harley N. Miller in rural Haven. He died Feb. 8, 1999. Survivors include a daughter, Shirley Nelson, and husband, Ron, of Yoder; two sons, Raymond Miller and wife, Debora, of Yoder; and Marion Miller and wife, Brenda, of Hutchinson; brother Ervin Mullet and sister Mary Metzler, both of Goshen, Ind.; nine grandchildren; Brian Nelson, Bradley Nelson, Aaron Nelson, Michael Nelson, Lindsay Young, Megan Law, Anthony Miller, Amy Stubbs and Abby Hamker; and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by three brothers, Noah "Bud" Mullet, Enos "Pete" Mullet and Henry Mullet; and four sisters; Leta Yoder-Hodgkiss, Martha Yoder, Ida Mullet and Nina Ciot-Gimmey.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2012, at Journey @ Yoder, Yoder, Kan. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday at Elliott Mortuary. Family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Journey @ Yoder. Burial will be in Yoder Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Victory in the Valley or Hospice of Reno County in care of the mortuary. Please visit www.elliottmortuary.com to leave a personal condolence for Tillie's family.

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


Miller, Tyson Abraham, 17, of Bunker Hill, died June 17, 2012 from injuries sustained in an auto accident near Charm. He was born in Wooster, OH on January 7, 1995 to Duane D. and Emma A. (Schlabach) Miller.

Tyson would have been a senior this fall at Hiland High School where he attended the Buckeye Career Center. He was also on the Hiland Track Team. He attended Grace Mennonite Church where he was active in the youth group, played bass guitar for the worship team and helped with Bible school. He was a member of the American Koryo Academy where he trained for MMA.

Survived by his parents, grandparents, Ray Miller of Millersburg and Susan Schlabach of Millersburg; siblings, Firman (Rhonda) Miller of Dundee, Patrick (Ashley) Miller of Mount Hope and Mandee Miller of the home; nephews and niece, Deron, Kierra and Tucker Miller.

Services to celebrate Tyson's life were June 20, 2012 at Grace Mennonite Church Millersburg, OH with Pastors Bob Miller and Wes Miller officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

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


Miller, Vernon Jay

Feb. 21, 1928 - Dec. 16, 2012

GOSHEN - Vernon Jay Miller, 84, died Sunday, Dec. 16, 2012, at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne, from complications of a brain hemorrhage.

He was born Feb. 21, 1928, in Middlebury to Joseph and Christena (Bender) Miller. He married Barbara Ellen Yoder on Feb. 11, 1951, at Pleasant Grove Church.

She survives along with daughters Sheryl (Richard) Mullet of Nashwauk, Minn., and Sharla (Joe) Renshaw of Coldwater, Mich.; sons Steve (Karen) Miller and Stan (Elvera) Miller, both of Goshen, and Scott (Cindy) Miller of Middlebury; 23 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; sisters Ruby Miller and Viola (Lee) Schmucker, both of Middlebury and Ida Ellen (Fred) Miller of Nashville, Ark.; and brothers Melvin (Esther) Miller of Middlebury and Ora (Deb) Miller of Elkhart.

He was preceded in death by his parents; stepmother Barbara Bontrager Miller; sister Katie Schmucker; brother Omer Miller; and three grandchildren, Darrin, Douglas and A. J Miller.

A farmer, Mr. Miller drove a school bus for Fairfield Schools for 30 years. A member of Mt. Joy Mennonite Church, Goshen, he volunteered with MDS, Choice Books and Sarasota Food Bank.

He loved his family and enjoyed farming, traveling and wintering in Florida.

Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2012, and from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 20, 2012, at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 21, 2012, at Mt. Joy Mennonite Church, Goshen. Pastors Ben Shirk and Nelson Yoder will officiate. Burial will follow in Clinton Union Cemetery, Goshen.

Memorial contributions may be given to Gospel Echoes Prison Ministry or World Missionary Press.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Dec. 18, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Miller, Virgil Lynn, died January 1st, 2012, at the age of 71 years. He was born July 10, 1940, in rural Kalona, Iowa, to Emery B. and Mary Edna (Shetler) Miller. On June 27th, 1964, he was united in marriage to Lulu Jane Brenneman, daughter of Ephriam and Anna Faye (Christner) Brenneman, at the Fairview Mennonite Church in rural Kalona, Iowa.

Virgil is survived by two sons, Bruce A. Miller (Monica) of Porter Ranch, California, and Dr. Scott D. Miller (Karen) of North Liberty, Iowa, six grandchildren, Celeste, Emery (Emme), Brooke, Isaac, Tessa, and Evan, three sisters, Laurine Beachy (Walter) of Kalona, Iowa, Edna Beachy (Alvin) of New Carlisle, Indiana, Dorothy Mast (Alvin) of Parsonsburg, Maryland, and a brother, Gordon K. Miller (Iva) of Kalona, Iowa, three brothers-in-law, Ivan Brenneman (Paula) of Marina, California, Milford Brenneman of Anaheim, California, and J. Edward Yoder of Donnellson, Iowa, two sisters-in-law, Anna Brenneman of Stuarts Draft, Virginia, and Mary Kathryn Brenneman of Tampa, Florida.

He was preceded in death by his wife on December 30, 2009, his parents, a stillborn son, Peter Nathaniel, one sister, Eldora Swartzentruber (Eldon) four brothers-in-law, David Brenneman, Gaylord Brenneman, Evan Brenneman, and Virgil Brenneman, three sisters-in-law, Helen Good Brenneman, Mildred Yoder and Mary Gingerich.

Virgil grew up Amish and decided to become a teacher. He had a bachelor's degree from the University of Iowa in elementary education and a minor in sociology. He taught for three years in Poplar Hill, Canada with the Mennonite mission followed by grade school math in Washington County, Iowa. Later he was a rural letter carrier for the majority of his career. He had a pilot's license, engaged in farming, did some selling, and had interests in alternative medicine and saving energy. He was a member of The Living Word Fellowship in Kalona, Iowa. He will be missed.

Funeral Services were January 5, 2012 at the Fairview Mennonite Church in rural Kalona. Burial will be in the Fairview Cemetery.

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


Mishler, Thelma E. Goetz

July 24, 1924 - May 17, 2012

GOSHEN - Thelma E. Mishler, 87, Goshen, died at 3:45 p.m. Thursday, May 17, 2012, at Greencroft Healthcare.

She was born July 24, 1924, in St. Joseph County to William and Elsie (Tyson) Goetz. She married Walter Mishler on June 20, 1959, and he died Feb. 2, 2011.

Surviving are a sister, Phyllis Kehr of Goshen; and a granddaughter, Elizabeth Mahler of Colorado. Preceding her in death are her husband; daughter Tammy Robison; son Wesley Mishler; and brother Virgil Goetz.

Thelma was a registered nurse and worked at Goshen General Hospital. She was a 1942 graduate of Goshen High School, attended Goshen College for one year for pre-nursing courses, graduated in 1952 from LaJunta Nursing School and was a member of the Yellow Creek Mennonite Church.

Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m. Monday, May 21, 2012, at the meetinghouse at Greencroft, Goshen. The service will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 23, 2012, at Yellow Creek Mennonite Church, with one hour of visitation prior to the service. Pastors Wes Bontreger and Katie Cunningham will officiate. Burial will follow at Yellow Creek Cemetery.

Rieth-Rohrer-Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen, is handling arrangements, and online condolences may be sent at www.rrefh.com.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
May 20, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Life Story for Thelma E. Goetz Mishler Birth July 24, 1924 Death May 17, 2012

Thelma Elizabeth Goetz was born July 24, 1924 in St. Joseph County to William and Elsie (Tyson) Goetz. She was the first girl following her older brother Virgil. As young child, she lived in the Wakarusa area one mile west and one mile north on the township line and attended Olive Mennonite Church. In 1930, the family moved to the Waterford School area and they started attending Yellow Creek Mennonite Church. When Thelma was ten and a half years old, she was blessed by the birth of her baby sister Phyllis.

On April 12, 1936, at age twelve, Thelma was baptized and became a member of Yellow Creek Mennonite Church. She took her faith very seriously. Thelma attended Waterford School through grade eight. In high school, she took College Preparatory courses at the encouragement of her mother and graduated from Goshen High School in 1946.

One of Thelma's early memories is being introduced to nursing in her home by her mother. When her father got the mumps, her mother made a white band to put around her head and tied a white apron around her. Then she gave Thelma food on a tray and let her carry this upstairs to take care of her father as Dad's "little nurse".

At age 22, a friend invited her to go to Goshen Hospital with her to work as a nurse's aide. In that role, she realized how much she had to learn to be a good nurse. She desired to be a nurse but she also wanted to KNOW it was God's will. She prayed earnestly for an answer.

Then January 12, 1948, while washing a patients' face who was in a coma, the patient opened her eyes and asked "Did Christ come to save all people?" Thelma answered, "All who wanted Him. Do you want him?" She got no answer, but she saw that question as a sign that God could use nursing as a mission field. Another time, a nurse commended her for the careful and prayerful care she gave a premature baby that was not expected to live. Those two incidents convinced her that God was calling her to nursing.

It was important to Thelma to attend a Christian school so she explored nursing programs at Goshen College and La Junta Mennonite School of Nursing. She calculated the cost of tuition and living expenses and worked several years as a nurse's aide at Goshen Hospital until she had enough money to go to school. She began with a year of pre-nursing classes at Goshen College and then moved to La Junta, Colorado as to begin nurse's training at La Junta Mennonite School of Nursing. School was challenging for her but she persisted in doing her best. A long way from home, she connected with family by letter writing.

Thelma graduated in 1952 in a class of sixteen nurses and then began studying for State Boards. After passing State Boards she made a phone call home with her parents that everyone in her class had passed the test! She stayed on in Colorado for another year to work as a relief nurse. There she gained valuable experience in working with mentally ill patients and those who were dying. Upon returning to Goshen in 1953, she was hired by Goshen Hospital as a nurse and worked there until her retirement.

In January 1958, after singing in the Yellow Creek Chorus at Clinton Brick Mennonite church, a young man asked to take her home. This was the beginning of a romance with Walter Mishler. They were married June 20, 1959 at Yellow Creek Mennonite Church by Pastor Peter Wiebe.

Walter and Thelma were blessed with two adopted children Wesley and Tammy. Together Walter and Thelma enjoyed rearing their children to love and follow Jesus Christ as they attended Yellow Creek Mennonite Church. Living on a dairy farm, they also enjoyed following them in school and 4-H activities. Later it was a delight to them when Tammy was married and gave them their only grandchild, Elizabeth or "Libby".

At Yellow Creek Mennonite Church, Thelma was an active member of the Yokefellows and Fellow Pilgrims Sunday school class and participated in Women's sewing, Wednesday evening classes and taught young children. In addition to nursing, Thelma enjoyed singing and listening to choral music, playing the organ, gardening, quilting and writing. She was grateful to be able to attend her 50th nursing class reunion at La Junta Colorado in 2002.

One of Thelma's deepest losses was that Wesley and Tammy both preceded her and Walter in death. Wesley was injured and died following a three wheeler accident when he was twenty two and Tammy died a natural death at age thirty-three.
After Wesley's death, Thelma and Walter moved off the farm into New Paris.

They gardened there, had a few chickens and enjoyed being part of a small community. In 2003 when they moved to Manor IV at Greencroft. They enjoyed activities there for several years before a fall, a stroke and onset of dementia. In 2009, they moved again to Evergreen Assisted living at Greencroft, and then Gables in Healthcare in 2010 where they lived until Walter's sudden passing in February 2011. Thelma remained at the Gables and brought joy to patients and staff despite her grief. After a recent hospitalization, she returned to Gables and God called her home on May 17, 2012.

Thelma was preceded in death by her parents and her brother Virgil Goetz, her children Wesley Mishler on May 23, 1984 and Tammy Robinson November 23, 1997, and her husband Walter on February 2, 2011.

She is survived by one sister Phyllis Kehr of Goshen, granddaughter Elizabeth Apel of Wyoming, sister-in-law Bertha Goetz and numerous nieces and nephews.

Despite many losses in her life, Thelma had the ability to see God's hand and grace in each event and continue to praise the Lord. Praise be to God for his faithfulness to Thelma and her desire to serve him all of her days.

Written by Katie Cunningham, Pastor of Visitation and Senior Care from visitation notes from 2000 - 2012 and from Thelma's writings. Presented at her funeral service at Yellow Creek Mennonite Church on May 23, 2012.


Morningstar, Dorothy Klopfenstein

March 2, 1923 - March 4, 2012

GOSHEN - Dorothy Morningstar, 89, died Sunday morning, March 4, 2012, at The Maples at Waterford Crossing after a brief illness.

She was born March 2, 1923, in Milford, Neb., to James and Mabel (Eicher) Klopfenstein. She married Ora Morningstar Feb. 23, 1941, at Olive Mennonite Church. He preceded her in death Sept. 12, 2005.

She is survived by a daughter, Jennie (Charles) Kauffman of Sheridan, Ore.; two sons, Allen (Sharon) Morningstar of Zeeland, Mich., and Timothy (Joan) Morningstar of Goshen; eight grandchildren, Michael (Peggy) Morningstar, Michele (Donald) Tate, Matthew (Ann) Morningstar, Marchel (Tracy) Morningstar, Tony (Brenda) Kauffman, Tonya (Brian) Miller, Jonathan (Jamesie) Morningstar and Luke (Gretchen) Morningstar; 17 great-grandchildren; a sister, Edith Wogoman of Wakarusa; and three brothers, Theodore and Wilbur (Doris) Klopfenstein, both of Goshen, and Keith (Joanne) Klopfenstein of Elkhart.

She was preceded in death by four sisters, Zola Rediger, Fern Graber, Bernice Hauder and Betty Jane Klopfenstein; and two brothers, Wayne and Harry Klopfenstein.

A loving wife, mother and grandmother, Dorothy was a member of Clinton Frame Mennonite Church, Goshen.

Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Clinton Frame Mennonite Church. The burial service will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday followed by an 11 a.m. memorial service at Clinton Frame Mennonite Church. Pastor Terry Diener will officiate.

Memorial contributions may be given to Clinton Frame Mennonite Church for relief projects. Yoder-Culp Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
March 6, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Morningstar, Dorothy Klopfenstein, 89, of Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN died March 4, 2012 at the same place. She was born March 2, 1923 at Milford, NE to James and Mabel (Eicher) Klopfenstein. On February 23, 1941 at Goshen, IN she was married to Ora Morningstar, who was born July 22, 1917 and died September 13, 2005.

Surviving are children, Jennie (Charles) Kaufman, Allen (Sharon) Morningstar, and Timothy (Joan) Morningstar, eight grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, a sister, Edith Wogoman, and three brothers, Theodore Klopfenstein, Wilbur (Doris) Klopfenstein, and Keith (Joanne) Klopfenstein.

Four sisters, Zola Rediger, Fern Graber, Bernice Hauder, and Betty Jane Klopfenstein, and two brothers, Wayne Klopfenstein, and Harry Klopfenstein preceded her in death.

A loving wife, mother and grandmother, Dorothy was a member of Clinton Frame Mennonite Church.

Memorial services were held March 9, 2012 at Clinton Frame Mennonite Church, Goshen, IN with burial in Elkhart Prairie Cemetery, Goshen, IN.

Submitted by: Diane Lockwood, Goshen, IN
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Morris, Mary Ethel Crawford, 86, of Fulks Run, VA. passed away on March 5, 2012 at Bridgewater Nursing Home. She was born on December 6, 1925 in Rockingham Co., VA, to Garfield and Hattie Dove Crawford. She was a member of Gospel Hill Mennonite Church. On December 14, 1941, she married Shirley J. Morris, Sr. who preceded her in death on April 28, 2007.

Surviving are seven children, Shirley "Nuck" Morris, Jr. and wife Rhonda; P.G. Morris and wife Mona; Charles Morris and wife Martha, all of Fulks Run; Billie Jean Martin and husband Mason of Harrisonburg; Betty Fleming and husband Jack; Bonnie Graber and husband Larry, Arvona McMullen and husband William all of Arkansas; two brothers, Robert C. Crawford of Fulks Run; Sherman "Buck" Crawford of Ohio; twenty six grandchildren; forty nine great grand children; and thirteen great great grandchildren. I

n addition to her husband, Mrs. Morris was preceded in death by two sons, Sammy Morris and Gary "Butch" Morris.

Funeral service was March 7, 2012 at Gospel Hill Mennonite Church conducted by Pastors Lee Martin and J. Mark Frederick. Burial was in the Gospel Hill Mennonite Cemetery.

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


Moshier, Irene G. Gingerich, 93, of Lowville, Lewis Co., NY died August 4, 2012 at the same place. She was born June 18, 1919 at New Hamburg, Ontario, Canada to Jacob and Lydia (Lehman) Gingerich. On October 1, 1945 at Lowville, NY she was married to Norman J. Moshier, who died February 27, 1954.

Surviving are four children and their spouses: Frederick D. and Marcia Moshier of Harrisonburg, VA; Joseph L. Moshier of Harrisonburg, VA; Cynthia and Charles Ward of Constableville; and Norman J. and Krystyna Moshier of Martinsburg, eight grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and a sister-in-law, Diana Moshier of Carthage.

Five brothers, Simon, Allen, Harvey, Andrew, and Manassah Gingerich who died in infancy and three sisters Vera Erb, Esther Schrag, and Edna Gingerich who died in infancy preceded her in death.

Irene attended country school on the Number Three Road and Lowville Academy. She worked as a housekeeper in the Lowville area prior to her marriage to Norman J. Moshier. Irene and Norman were married on Occtober 1, 1945 at the Lowville Mennonite Church with Rev. Lloyd Boshart officiating. The couple owned and operated a dairy farm in New Bremen up until Norman's death in February 1954.

Later Irene was employed with Lowville Academy working in the cafeteria and as a bus driver for 14 years. She was employed with Kraft Foods in Lowville for 10 years before retiring in 1982.

Irene was a member of Lowville Mennonite Church, and the church's sewing circle. She enjoyed traveling, crosswords, and was an avid gardener.

Memorial services were held August 7, 2012 at Croghan Mennonite Church, Croghan, Lewis Co., NY with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Susan A. Boldt, Lowville, NY
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Moyer, George S., 94, of Sellersville, PA died May 15, 2012 at the same place. He was born May 7, 1918 at Blooming Glen, PA to Henry Warren and Ida (Smith) Moyer. He was married to Naomi Alderfer, who is deceased.

Surviving are children, Cleon Moyer (wife Kathleen), Donald Moyer (wife Donna), Warren Moyer, G. Alan Moyer (fiance Karol Schatz), and Susan Frederick (husband Ray), nine grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, and three sisters, Arlene Clemmer, Thelma Beyer, and Mildred Moyer.

A granddaughter, Jennifer Lynn Frederick preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held May 19, 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


Moyer, Henry Alderfer, 93, of Souderton, Montgomery Co., PA died December 27, 2012 at the same place. He was born July 4, 1919 at Franconia, Montgomery Co., PA to Ammon and Lizzy (Alderfer) Moyer. He was married to Elsie Yothers, who is deceased.

Surviving are children, Laverne Moyer; Bob Moyer and wife Bev; and Nancy Freed and husband Arlin; six grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and 10 great-great-grandchildren.

Memorial services were held January 2, 2013 at Souderton Mennonite Homes, Souderton, PA with burial in Salford Mennonite Cemetery, Harleysville, Montgomery Co., PA.

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


Moyer, Nevin L., 87, of Telford, Montgomery Co., PA died June 21, 2012 in Franconia Twp., Montgomery Co., PA. He was born February 3, 1925 in Franconia Twp., Montgomery Co., PA to Nelson A. and Emma (Landis) Moyer. On March 3, 1951 in Franconia Twp., Montgomery Co., PA he was married to Margaret S. Blank, who was born June 28, 1927 and survives.

Surviving are daughter, Gloria Landis & husband Donald; daughter, Wanda Hagey & husband Blaine; son, Nevin Moyer Jr. & wife Beverly; and son, Martin Moyer; 14 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and two brothers, Wellington Moyer and Nelson Moyer.

A brother, Mahlon Moyer, and two sisters, Katie Moyer, and Bessie Landes preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held June 27, 2012 at Franconia Mennonite Church, Telford, PA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

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


Moyer, Sonja R. Derstine, 74, of Souderton, PA died April 10, 2012 at Sarasota Memorial Hospital in Sarasota, FL. She was born in Souderton, PA to Linford A. and Florence R. (Rice) Derstine. She was the wife of Arden "Ardie" L. Moyer for 54 years.

Sonja loved singing in the choir at Souderton Mennonite Church and at Bahia Vista Mennonite Church in Sarasota, FL. She was a life member of Souderton Mennonite Church and served as a board member of the Rockhill Mennonite Community for over 30 years. Sonja was also a longtime member of Zion Choral Society.

Survived by her husband Ardie Moyer, a sister, Louise Histand & husband, Ray of Souderton, PA; her brother-in-law, Lowell Moyer & wife, Elaine of Mansfield, PA and 9 nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brother, Ferril R. Derstine.

Viewings will be held on Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at Souderton Mennonite Church, Souderton, PA from 2 PM - 4 PM and from 5 PM - 7PM followed by a funeral service at 7:30 pm. Burial will take place in the adjoining church cemetery on Thursday April 19, 2012 at 11 AM.

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


Moyer, Suzanne Houts, 59, of State College, PA died September 16, 2012 at the same place from glioblastoma multiforma.

She was born April 29, 1953 at Bellefonte, Centre Co., PA to Robert F. and Betty June (Struble) Houts . Robert was born January 29, 1925 and died July 2, 2001. Betty June was born June 11, 1925 and survives.

On April 20, 1990 at Bellefonte, PA she was married to Barton Gene Moyer, who was born August 14, 1947 and survives.

Surviving are a daughter, Marianne Tietgen (Jared) and a son, Joshua D. Dean, five grandchildren, and a brother, Larry Houts (Roberta).

Memorial services were held September 25, 2012 at University Mennonite Church, State College, PA with burial in Shiloh Lutheran Cemetery, Centre County, PA.

Submitted by: Barton G. Moyer, State College, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Moyer, Verna D. Hackman, 95, of Quakertown, PA died June 5, 2012 at Sellersville, PA. She was born May 21, 1917 at Souderton, PA to Joseph and Katie (Derstine) Hackman. She was married to Ernest K. Moyer.

Surviving are children, Ivan Moyer (Evelyn), Leon Moyer (Karen), Eileen Knechel (Jeryl), nine grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren.

Her siblings, Linford Hackman, Wilmer Hackman, Susan (Edwin) Moyer, and J. Walter Hackman preceded her in death.

She was the Pastor's wife at Rocky Ridge Mennonite Church

Memorial services were held June 10, 2012 at Rocky Ridge Mennonite Church, Quakertown, PA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Deb Kratz, Quakertown, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Mullet, Ira E.

Jan. 29, 1928 - May 2, 2012

TOPEKA - Ira E. Mullet, 84, of Topeka, died at 9:10 a.m. Wednesday, May 2, 2012.

He was born Jan. 29, 1928, in Yoder, Kan., to Enos N. and Polly (Bontrager) Mullet. On April 27, 1950, he married Wilma Schlabach. She died March 28, 1956. On April 3, 1958, in Topeka, he married Mattie Schlabach. She survives.

Also surviving are daughters Polly Anna (Melvin W.) Yoder, Emma (Herman J.) Miller, Kathryn Sue (Phil) Hochstetler, Dorothy (John E.) Mullett and Edna Fern (Kenneth Wayne) Miller; sons LeRoy (Naomi) Mullet, Vernon Ray (Ruby Lorene) Mullet, Wayne (Wilma Sue) Mullet, Calvin Jay (JoAnn) Mullet and twins Marvin (Miriam) Mullet and Marion (Sharon Kay) Mullet; daughter-in-law Arlene Mullet; siblings Sarah (Noah) Yoder, Clara Beechy and Albert (Rosie) Mullet; and sister-in-law Sarah Mullet.

Son Ervin Mullet, six siblings, five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren preceded him.

Visitation will be after 1 p.m. today, May 3, and all day Friday at the family's home, 5420 S. 400 W., Topeka, where a service will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart Co., IN
May 3, 2012
Submitted by Thelma Hoover Martin


Mullet, Mary Evelyn Brenneman Hostetler

March 11, 1913 - June 5, 2012

SARASOTA, Fla. - Mary Evelyn Hostetler Mullet, 99, died early Tuesday morning, June 5, 2012, at Sunnyside Village, Sarasota.

She was born March 11, 1913, in Elida, Ohio, to Simeon and Lillie (Burkholder) Brenneman. She married Lloyd N. Hostetler June 19, 1940, in Elida. He died Jan. 6, 1990. She then married Henry L. Mullet in Goshen June 28, 1994. He died Dec. 2005.

She is survived by three children, Marilyn (Nicholas) Eigsti of Sarasota, Jean (Daniel) Paschen of Evanston, Ill., and William Lloyd Hostetler of Atlanta; five grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Edwin and Robert Brenneman.

She retired as a sixth grade teacher from Goshen Community Schools in 1976.

A family graveside service and burial will be in Violett Cemetery Saturday, June 9, 2012.

Friends may call from 2:30 p.m. until the 4 p.m. Sunday, June 10, 2012, memorial service at College Mennonite Church. Pastor Pamela Yoder will officiate.

Memorial contributions may be made to The Lloyd and Evelyn Hostetler Scholarship for Physical Education at Goshen College.

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

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Mullet, Mary Evelyn Brenneman Hostetler, 99, of Sarasota, Florida died June 5 2012 at the same place. She was born March 11, 1913 at Elida, Ohio to Simeon and Lillie (Burkholder) Brenneman. On June 19, 1940 at Elida, Ohio she was married to Lloyd N. Hostetler, who died January 6, 1990. She married Henry L. Mullet in Goshen, IN, on June 28, 1994. He preceded her in death in December 2005.

Surviving are children, Marilyn (Nicholas) Eigsti; Jean (Daniel) Paschen; and William Lloyd, five grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.

Two brothers, Edwin, and Robert preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held June 10, 2012 at College Mennonite Church, Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN with burial in Violett Cemetery, Goshen, IN.

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


Mullett, Melvin Lee

March 23, 1937 - April 9, 2012

TOPEKA - Melvin Lee Mullett, 75, of Topeka, died at 6:55 p.m. Monday, April 9, 2012, at his residence.

He was born March 23, 1937, in Hicksville, Ohio, to Henry B. and Amanda (Burkholder) Mullett. On Oct. 22, 1957, in LaGrange County, he married Mary Ellen Bontrager. She survives.

Also surviving are children Larry (Rose) Mullett of Michigan, Melvin Jr. (Dorene) Mullett of Millersburg, Alvin (Esther) Mullett of Shipshewana, Dennis (Esther) Mullett of Michigan, Lonnie (Amy) Mullett of Topeka, Eva (Perry) Yoder of Shipshewana, Linda (Ernest) Miller and Nola (Glen) Lehman, both of Ligonier, Waneta Mullett of Millersburg, Kathryn Mullett of Shipshewana, Mary (William) Miller and Lorene (Vernon) Miller, both of Shipshewana, Amanda Mullett of Ligonier and Ida Mullett of Topeka; 76 grandchildren; 44 great-grandchildren; and eight siblings.

His parents and eight siblings are deceased.

Visitation will be all day today, April 11, at the family home, 7045 W. 100 S. Topeka. Services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Devon Yoder's home, 7220 W. 100 S., Topeka. Arrangements are by Miller-Stewart Funeral Home.

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


Mumaw, Harvey David

SARASOTA, Fla. -- Harvey D. Mumaw, 93, formerly of Wooster, died on Thursday, March 1, 2012, in Sarasota, Fla.

Funeral services will be held Monday, March 12, at 11 a.m. at the Oak Grove Mennonite Church, 7843 Smucker Road, Smithville. A private family burial will be at the Sherwood Memorial Gardens in Wooster.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 11, 4-7 p.m. at Gresser Funeral Home in Orrville.

Online expressions and guest book registry are available at the funeral home web page, www.gresserfuneralhome.com.

Harvey David Mumaw was born on Jan. 21, 1919, in Wooster, the first born of Adam H. and Clara B.( Zook) Mumaw. Harvey graduated in 1938 from Wooster High School. He attended Goshen College and then went into Civilian Peace Service, serving at Sideling Hill, Pa and Delaware State Mental Hospital.

Harvey married Mary E. Brubaker on Dec. 8, 1946. They were blessed with twin daughters, Marla Kay and Margaret Katherine, who completed their family. Early on he owned and operated a milk route and later he delivered chips for New Era Potato. He also worked for his brother-in-law Arthur Brubaker as a Ford tractor mechanic spending many off time hours problem solving for area farmers. His final job before retirement was trucking for Walter Jones Construction.

After his retirement, he moved to Florida where he loved chauffeuring persons here and there.

He was a very active and social person and as a young adult he loved to play baseball and sing. He belonged to the Jaycee's, served as a president of PTA many years and was active in Wooster Hobo's camping club. Harvey was a charter member of Wooster Mennonite Church and later a member at Oak Grove Mennonite Church in Smithville, Ohio where he taught Sunday School. After moving to Florida he attended Bay Shore Mennonite Church. In the later years of his life he was legally blind and credited Lighthouse for the Blind with teaching him skills to continue to live on his own.

Surviving are daughters Kay Schlabach of Sarasota, Fla., and Kathy Gerber and husband, Norm, of Harrisonburg, Va.; grandchildren Scott Schlabach and wife Natalia of Sarasota, Fla., Drew Gerber of Wooster, Troy Gerber and wife, Lisa, of Harrisonburg,Va., Brad Schlabach and wife, Amy, of Sarasota, Fla., Jodi Showalter and husband, Philip, of Lynchburg, Va., Mindy Schwartz and husband, Matt, of Harrisonburg, Va., and 14 great-grandchildren; and brothers Walter J. and his wife, Helen, of Middlebury, Ind., and Sarasota, Fla., Floyd E. and his wife, Ruth, of Wooster.

Preceding him in death were his parents, wife of 52 years Mary, son-in-law Larry Schlabach and triplet granddaughters.

In the final days of his life, he wished to be an example to his daughters and grandchildren, he did not complain even in his discomfort and continued to use humor. The family wishes to thank the many persons who visited and called, showing acts of kindness and love to Harvey and his family.

Daily News Record, Wooster, OH
March 9, 2012
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Mumaw, Harvey David, 93, of Sarasota, FL died March 1, 2012 at the same place. He was born January 21, 1919 at Wooster, Wayne Co., Ohio. On December 8, 1946 he was married to Mary E. Brubaker, who is deceased.

Surviving are children, Kay Schlabach of Sarasota, Fl. & (twin sister) Kathy (Norm) Gerber of Harrisonburg, VA, 6 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, brothers, Walter J. and wife Helen of Middlebury, IN and (winter) Sarasota, FL., and Floyd E. and wife Ruth of Wooster, Ohio.

A son-in-law, Lary Schlabach (Kay's husband) preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held March 5, 2012 at Bay Shore Mennonite Church, Sarasota, FL. A second service was Monday, March 12,2012, at Oak Grove Mennonite Church, Smithville, Ohio with burial at Smithville, Ohio.

Submitted by: Judi Mullett, Sarasota, FL
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Mummau, Richard Eby, 75, of Mount Joy, died unexpectedly of natural causes and went home to be with his Lord on Thursday, April 5, 2012 at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Reist R. and Mary Ruth (Eby) Mummau.

He was the husband of Darlene (Gerlitzki) Mummau, and they would have celebrated 54 years of marriage on Thursday. Richard was self-employed in a Christian tape ministry. He was a member of the Rheems Mennonite Church. In his spare time, Richard enjoyed lawn work, and was very delighted in his extended family.

Surviving in addition to his wife are three brothers, Ernest E. (Faye Hershey) Mummau of Quarryville, Reist E. (Sherry) Mummau of Wynnewood, OK, Lee E. (Joyce Hess) Mummau of Thailand; two sisters, Virginia M. (Raymond) Siegrist of Brownfield, ME, Carolyn E. (Landon) Beachy of Kalona, IA, and a sister-in-law, Glenice Hoogestraat Mummau of St. Charles, MO.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend his funeral service from the Blue Rock Mennonite Church, 3453 Blue Rock Road, Lancaster, PA on Monday, April 9, 2012 at 2:00 P.M. Interment in Rheems Mennonite Church Cemetery, Mount Joy Twp. will be immediately following the service. There will be a public viewing at the Blue Rock Mennonite Church on Sunday from 1:00 P.M.-4:00 P.M. and 6:00-8:00 P.M. Heilig Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Mount Joy, PA

Intelligencer Journal - 4/6/2012
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Murray, Julie Lynn Garner, 46, of Wellman, IA died February 4, 2012 at Tiffin, Iowa Co., Iowa from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. She was born October 13, 1965 at Annapolis, Maryland to Richard and Gayle (Lassister) Garner. On July 19, 1986 at Prince Frederick, Maryland she was married to Mickey Ken Murray, who was born January 27, 1965 and died February 4, 2012 in the same accident.

Surviving are her mother, children, Brittany, Nicole, Chase & Jordan, and a sister, Beth Fiordelise (Bill).

Her father, preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held February 11, 2012 at Mid-Prairie High School Wellman, Washington Co., Iowa with burial in Sharon Hill Cemetery, Kalona, Washington Co., Iowa.

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


Murray, Mickey Ken, 47, of Wellman, IA died February 4, 2012 at Tiffin, Iowa Co., Iowa from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was born January 27 1965 at Anderson, IN to Vaughn and Betty (Harris) Murray. On July 19, 1986 at Prince Frederick, Maryland he was married to Julie Lynn Garner, who was born October 13, 1965 and died February 4, 2012 in the same accident.

Surviving are his parents, children, Brittany, Nicole, Chase & Jordan, a sister Judy Smoll of Greenfield, IN, and a brother Terry Murray (Beth) of Normalville, PA.

Preceding him in death were a brother Douglas Murray and a brother-in-law David Smoll.

Memorial services were held February 11, 2012 at Mid-Prairie High School Wellman, Washington Co., Iowa with burial in Sharon Hill Cemetery, Kalona, Washington Co., Iowa.

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


Musselman, Marshall, 86, of St. Jacobs, Ontario, Canada died October 15, 2012 at Fergus, Ontario. He was born February 17, 1926 at New Jerusalem Road, Ontario to Abner and Gladys (Burkhart) Musselman. On October 7, 1955 he was married to Mary Cressman, who was born December 7, 1930 and survives.

Surviving are children, David (Kathleen), Jim (Peggy), Wayne (Wendy), Paul (Bianca), and Larry (Sarah), and eleven grandchildren.

A sister, Erla Bauman preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held October 21, 2012 at St. Jacobs Mennonite Church, St. Jacobs, Ontario with burial in St. Jacobs Mennonite Cemetery, Three Bridges, Ontario.

Submitted by: Karen Sauder, St. Jacobs, ON
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin


Musser, Ralph

GOSHEN - Ralph Musser, 82, C.R. 36, Goshen, formerly of Fountain Valley, Calif., where he lived for 25 years, died at 8:10 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 29, 2012, at Miller's Merry Manor, Wakarusa.

He was born Oct. 23, 1929, in Goshen to Enos and Minerva (Anglemyer) Musser. He married Shirley (Hoover) Musser on June 6, 1952.

Surviving are his wife, Shirley; sons Thomas R. (Sherryl) Musser and William Ray Musser, both of Fountain Valley; daughter-in-law Colleen Musser of Hemet, Calif.; sister Ruth Mikel of Bremen; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.

Preceding him in death were a son, Mike Musser, and brother Earl Musser.

He retired as a commercial airline pilot for Continental Airlines in 1983 when he returned to Goshen to live on the Hoover family farm. He was a member of Goshen Christian Church and Huntington Beach Christian Church, Calif.

Private graveside services will be held today, Feb. 2, 2012, in Yellow Creek Cemetery with Minister Kim Huffman of Goshen Christian Church officiating.

Elkhart Truth - 2/2/2012
Elkhart, IN
Submitted by: Robert Fish


Myers, Rozetta Flora

April 5, 1915 - Dec. 12, 2012

GOSHEN - Rozetta Myers, 97, passed away Wednesday afternoon, Dec. 12, 2012, at Maples at Waterford Crossing. She had been ill about three weeks.

She was born in Flora on April 5, 1915, to Reuben and Stella (Wagner) Flora.

She married Harold D. Myers Jan. 2, 1938, in Nappanee. He died Aug. 30, 1974.

She is survived by a daughter, Carolyn (Harvey) Chupp of Shipshewana; five sons, Paul E. (Catherine) Myers of Chicago, Lamar (Patricia) Myers of Lancaster, Pa., Dallas (Eleanor) Myers of Albuquerque, N.M., Jan Myers of Goshen and Dan (Deb) Myers of Elkhart; 16 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Catherine (William) Hitch of Tuolumne, Calif., and Lois (Kenneth) Martin of Nappanee.

She was preceded in death by a sister, Sylvia Wolf and four brothers, Delbert, Clifford, Donald and Chester Flora.

A lifetime area resident and homemaker, Mrs. Myers was a member of Salem Mennonite Church. A volunteer at The Depot for many years, she pieced and quilted many quilts and made many items for the MCC Relief Sale.

Friends may call from 2 to 5 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 17, 2012, and one hour prior to the 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2012, service at Salem Mennonite Church, New Paris, with Pastors Terrill Yoder and Jerry Helmuth officiating.

Burial will follow in Salem Cemetery.

Yoder-Culp Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.

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

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