An expanded obituary project of MennObits.  Includes additional information of obituaries appearing in
The Mennonite and other newspapers.   Source of individual obituaries given with each record.  Project managed by Thelma Martin.

2013  N to Q

Surviving are children, Janice Nafziger; Rachel Lindsay; Rhoda Schrag; Charles (Esther) Nafziger; Ralph Nafziger; Ellis (Pat) Nafziger; Emerson (Cynthia) Nafziger; Verlin (Donna) Nafziger Robert (Deborah) Nafziger; Roger (Laurie) Nafziger; and John (Beth) Nafziger; daughter-in-law Joyce Ross; 18 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren.

Two sons, Joseph Nafziger; and Harold Lindsay; a granddaughter, Erin Elizabeth Nafziger, and a sister, Kathryn Grieser preceded her in death.

Blanche was primarily a mother and homemaker. She graduated as valedictorian of the Archbold High School Class of 1935. She loved learning, especially Shakespeare and Latin, and encouraged all her children to attend college. Since college education was not possible, she worked as secretary at Archbold Ladder Company for several years. She reminisced about playing accordion and harmonica (simultaneously) for her youth meetings and about attending Winter Bible School classes held yearly at the church. She was always an avid reader and student of the Bible. She often taught Summer Bible School (the Apostle Paul's life), adult classes, and Bible study groups.

Memorial services were held April 26, 2013 at Central Mennonite Church, Archbold, Ohio with burial in Pettisville Cemetery, Pettisville, Fulton Co., Ohio.

Submitted by: Dana Short, Archbold, OH
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Surviving are her mother, children, Eric (Sarah), Ryan (Melissa), Jena (Jesse), and Joyclyn, six grandchildren, and siblings, Gary (Lorene) Link, Dave (Michelle) Link, Julie (Dave) Gugel, Ron (Roberta) Rupp, A.J. (Linda) Rupp, Ed (Linda) Rupp, Nancy (Randy) Becker.

Her father preceded her in death.

She was a Goshen College graduate, class of 1973; Masters of Education from BGSU, 1991; Taught at Montpelier Exempted Village Schools for four years and remedial reading at Archbold Elementary for 13 years.

Memorial services were held January 22, 2013 at West Clinton Mennonite Church, Wauseon Ohio with burial in Pettisville Cemetery, Pettisville, Fulton Co., Ohio.

Submitted by: Pam Graber, Wauseon, OH
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

She was born May 13, 1914 at Wellesley, Waterloo County, Ontario to Daniel S. Erb (1885-10/1968) and Nancy Gerber (1888-1980).

On September 21, 1939 at Wellesley she was married to Harvey Nafziger, who was born September 14, 1917 and died February 16, 1995.

Surviving are children, Rae & Ruth, Nancy Ellen, Ronald & Kathy, Linda, nine grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, a brother, Allan and a sister, Norma.

Five brothers, Elmer, John, Cornelius, Norman, and Daniel G. preceded her in death.

Homemaker, Manager of family General Store, while husband operated farm machinery dealership. Active in Sewing Circle & Sunday School at her church for many years.

Memorial services were held May 16, 2013 at Maple View Mennonite Church, Wellesley, Ontario with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Rae Nafziger, Mitchell, ON
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Surviving are children, Leslie (Annemarie) Nafziger; Suzanne (Jim) Schrock; Karen (Lynn) Rupp; Thomas (Shirley) Nafziger; Mike (Debra) Nafziger; and Lonnie Nafziger; 14 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren, a brother, Glen Nafziger, a sister, Helen Kaufmann, and a sister-in-law Lodema Nafziger.

Two infant daughters, Judith and Marlene; a grandson, Scott Nafziger; two brothers, Ervin Nafziger and Ivan Nafziger; and three sisters, Beulah Nofziger, Vesta Miller, and Lois Nofziger preceded him in death.

A resident of the Wauseon area many years, he farmed and retired from Sauder Manufacturing Co. in Archbold. He did volunteer work with Mennonite Disaster Service and enjoyed Tuesdays at the Tatter Club. He also enjoyed woodworking, and quartet singing. He was a member of Central Mennonite Church near Archbold.

Memorial services were held October 23, 2013 at Central Mennonite Church Archbold; OH with burial in Pettisville Cemetery, Pettisville, OH.

Submitted by: Dana Short, Archbold, OH
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

He was a retired dairy and chicken farmer. He thoroughly enjoyed his life on the farm with Mabel by his side. In his retirement years, Clarence was an avid volunteer at Main Street Closet consignment store and in various activities at Landis Homes such as driving shuttle service and pushing wheelchairs. He loved seeing his children and grandchildren and enjoyed family gatherings as well as get-togethers with his extended family. He was a wonderful Dad and father, and will be greatly missed by his children and grandchildren.

Clarence was a member of Mellinger Mennonite Church.

Born in Lancaster, Clarence was the son of the late Harry Keener and Katie (Denlinger) Neff. He is survived by a son, Barry L. married to Sandra A. Neff of Quarryville; three daughters, Barbara A. married to Nelson L. Dagen of Leola, Jeanette E. married to James R. Kraybill of Elkhart, IN, and Karen L. married to Randy Phillips of Seattle, WA; 19 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren; his siblings, Ellene Lefever, Marian Martin, Betty Martin, Grace Reitz, Harry D. Neff, Alma Martin and Evelyn Hostetter. He was preceded in death by two sons, Kenneth L. and J. Clarence, and his dear friend, Elva E. Martin.

There will be a viewing on Thursday, December 12, 2013 from 6 until 8 PM and Friday, December 13, 2013, from 9 until 10 AM, both at Mellinger Mennonite Church, 1916 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA. The funeral will be at 10 AM in the church with -Pastor Joe Martin and Pastor Leon Oberholtzer officiating. Interment will be in Mellinger Mennonite Cemetery following the service.

In lieu of flowers, please consider sending a contribution in memory of Clarence D. Neff to The Caring Fund at Landis Homes, 1001 E. Oregon Rd., Lititz, PA 17543.

Bachman Funeral Home, Strasburg.

Intelligencer Journal - 12/10/2013
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Surviving are a daughter, Marilyn Marshall, two grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, two brothers, Herb & Lilly Ann Neufeld; and Robert & Rosalie Neufeld; and a sister, Helen & Vern Jantz.

A brother, Elmer Neufeld preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held July 23, 2013 at Bethel Mennonite Church, Inman, KS with burial in North Inman Cemetery, Inman, KS.

Submitted by: Kim Pankratz, Inman, KS
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Surviving are children, Joyce & Ron Price; Jane & Don Esau; and Ruth & Myron Goertzen; eight grandchildren, one great-grandchild; a sister, Helen & Vern Jantz; and a brother, Bob & Rosalie Neufeld.

Two brothers, Adolf Neufeld and Elmer Neufeld preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held November 19, 2013 at Bethel Mennonite Church Inman, KS with burial in North Inman Cemetary, Inman, KS.

Submitted by: Kim Pankratz, Inman, KS
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Surviving are two sons, Jerald & Anne Neufeld and Stanley & Kathy Neufeld; four grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and a brother, Walter Neufeld.

A sister, Susanna Esther Neufeld preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held May 17, 2013 at Bethel Mennonite Church, Inman, KS with burial in North Inman Cemetery, Inman, KS.

Submitted by: Kim Pankratz, Inman, KS
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Born in West Earl Twp., he was the son of Sara H. (Good) Newswanger of Leola and the late Samuel Z. Newswanger. He was married 30 years on May 14 to Mary Ann (Hurst) Newswanger.

Reuben was a self-employed agriculture equipment installer. He lived in Saudi Arabia for 6 months, Mexico for 3 years, and Utah for 8 years for his job. He loved adventure and was always ready for a challenge.

He was a member of the Worship Center in Leola and was a strong supporter of missions.

Surviving in addition to his wife and mother are two children, Joshua D., married to Michelle (Torrenti) Newswanger of Ephrata, and Anita K., married to Shaun Fox of East Earl; five grandchildren, Emmie and Amelia Newswanger, Liahna, Malachi, and Rayeah Fox; and five brothers and sisters, Rachel, married to John Burkholder of Leola, Lydia, married to Eli Shirk of Talmage, John, married to Alta (Burkholder) Newswanger of Stanley, NY, Lena, married to Thomas Gavin of East Earl, and Amos, married to Pauline (Reiff) Newswanger of Lewisburg.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, September 5 at 10 a.m. at the Worship Center, 2384 New Holland Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601 with the Reverend Sam Smucker officiating. Interment will be in the Cedar Grove Cemetery in Adamstown. Viewing will be held on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. and Thursday from 9-10 a.m. all at the Worship Center. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Worship Center Missions Department, address above. To send the family online condolences visit us at www.groffeckenroth.com. Arrangements by Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill.

Intelligencer Journal - 9/2/2013
Submitted by: Robert Fish

He was born in East Earl Township to the late Samuel and Lydia (Zimmerman) Newswanger. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Sara H. (Good) Newswanger.

Samuel was a farmer until 1999. He was a member of the Groffdale Mennonite Church, Groffdale Conference.

In addition to his wife, Samuel is survived by 3 daughters and 3 sons: Rachel, wife of John Burkholder of Leola; Lydia, wife of Eli Shirk of Talmage; John, husband of Alta (Burkholder) of Stanley, NY; Reuben, husband of Mary Ann (Hurst) of Adamstown; Lena, wife of Thomas Gavin of East Earl; Amos, husband of Paulene (Reiff) of Lewisburg; 3 brothers: Amos Newswanger of Narvon; David N., husband of Mary Ann (Kulp) Newswanger of Fortuna, MO; Reuben, husband of Ella (Zimmerman) Newswanger of Shelby, OH; 2 sisters: Catherine Newswanger of East Earl; Lena, wife of Samuel Nolt of Fleetwood.

He was preceded in death by his brothers, Wayne, Isaac and Phares Newswanger.

A viewing will be held on Wednesday, January 16, 2013, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the late residence, 175 Locust St., Leola. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 17, 2013, 9:30 a.m. at the Groffdale Mennonite Church (Groffdale Conference), Leola, with Bishop Ammon Weaver officiating. Burial will take place in the adjoining church cemetery.

Kindly omit flowers.

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

Intelligencer Journal - 1/15/2013
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish &
Leon Hertzler

Surviving are children, Karen Nice-Webb and husband Allen of Fairview NC; Eddie Nice of Harrisonburg VA; Janet King and husband Dan of Harrisonburg VA; and Grace Graber and husband Jay of San Antonio TX; nine grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and a brother, Lloyd Nice and wife Rebekah of Durham NC.

A sister, Louise Vrolijk preceded him in death.

He was a pastor - Chesnut Ridge Mennonite Church - Orrville Ohio; Mt Vernon Mennonite Church - Grottoes VA; and a church planter - Durham NC and Baltimore MD Overseer in Atlantic Coast Conference and Virginia Mennonite Conference (Potomac District and Ohio District).

Memorial services were held April 29, 2013 at Lindale Mennonite Church, Linville, VA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

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

He was born September 9, 1922 at La Junta, Otero Co., Colorado to Reno Ray and Edna Rose (Wadleigh) Nice. Edna died in November 1934.

On July 22, 2006 at McMinnville he was married to Irene Loretta Kilmer, who was born November 24, 1923 and survives.

Howard's first marriage was to Luella Wolfer Nice on March 1, 1942. They were married 63 years. She died on December 14, 2005.

Surviving are children, Marlene (Stanley) Kropf, Judi Jones, Gary (Esther) Nice, Dennis (Margaret) Nice, and Douglas Nice, 14 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, a sister, Ruth Nice Coblentz, and a brother, Robert (Fern) Nice.

A son, Loren Howard Nice, deceased April 6,2008, a granddaughter, Olivia Maddox, and his siblings, Mabel Nice Enns, Harry Nice, Ida Rose Nice Wolfer, Dorothy Nice Wolfer, and Gwen Nice Killian preceded him in death.

Howard was a conscientious objector during World War II; served at Camp Belton, Glacier National Park, Montana; founded Nice Electric Co. in 1946; served as board chair for Western Mennonite School and also for Shangri-La Corporation.

Memorial services were held April 23, 2013 at Church on the Hill, McMinnville, Oregon with burial in Sheridan Mennonite Cemetery, Sheridan, Yamhill Co., Oregon.

Submitted by: Marlene Nice Kropf, Port Townsend, WA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

He was born May 29 1933 at Mountain Lake, MN to John J. and Anna P. (Dick) Niessen. John was born May 2, 1897 and died September 8, 1957. Anna was born February 21, 1908 and died March 24, 1982.

On June 26, 1960 at Windom, Cottonwood Co., MN he was married to Marcia Kay Orton, who was born June 10, 1937 and survives.

Surviving are two sons, John Scott (Lorie); and Bradley Allan (Nicole); six grandchildren, and a brother, Raymond Frank Harder.

A sister, DeLoris Harder preceded him in death.

Allan John Niessen was born to John J and Anna P (Dick) Niessen on May 29, 1933, at the Bethel Hospital in Mountain Lake, Minnesota.

He lived in the same farmhouse almost his entire life, except while in Alternative Service during the Korean War, when Allan served at Boys' Village in Smithville, Ohio. In the midst of his term there, the death of his father required his return home to work the family farm, which he did until his retirement from active farming in 1999. He then rented out the farmland to Loren Klassen, his cousin.

On June 26 1960, Allan married Marcia Kay Orton at the Methodist Church in Windom, MN. They were blessed with two children. In 2010 the family celebrated Allan and Marcia's 50th wedding anniversary.

In addition to his lifelong love of the land, he owned Niessen Behlen Products, a grain bin construction company, and was a Tomco Genetic Giant seed corn dealer. He also held a variety of "off-season" jobs, most notably at Regehr Chevrolet, Harvest States Coop, and for 25 winters as an electrician with Janzen Electric.

Allan was very active in church, serving as usher, junior high and adult Sunday school teacher, council member, trustee, and as chair of the Board of Deacons. He loved singing and sang bass in church choirs, Men's Quartet, Mass Mennonite Men's Choir, and the Mountain Lake Chorale Society.

He was baptized on May 28, 1950, becoming a member of First Mennonite Church of Mountain Lake. Although in recent years he actively attended the Alliance Missionary Church, Allan never quite felt free to sever that membership tie with his ancestral roots and the church of his childhood and baptism.

Allan, who could make friends with anyone at any time, was also an active member of the community, serving in a variety of roles--member of the Mountain Lake School Board; Ag. Advisory Board; Cottonwood County Planning and Zoning Commission; and President of the Mountain Lake Public School parent/teacher organization. He was currently serving on the Mountain Lake Township Board of Supervisors.

Memorial services were held December 5, 2013 at Alliance Missionary Church, Mountain Lake, MN with burial in Mountain Lake City Cemetery, Mountain Lake, MN.

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

Surviving are her siblings: Al (Catherine) of Uniontown, OH; Edna Blough Miller of Mogadore, OH; Ralph (Jan) of North Canton, OH; Elsie Bliler of Akron, OH; Norman of Hartville, OH; Ellen (Leon) King of Uniontown, OH; Alma (Melvin) Miller of Arlington, KS; Ruby (Joe) Schrock of Uniontown, OH; Lorene (Owen) Coblentz of Hartville, OH; and John (Karen), of Akron, OH.

Frances' heart was devoted to serving in missions, many years in Kentucky, and she was a devoted prayer intercessor.

Memorial services were held June 22, 2013 at Maple Grove Mennonite Church, Hartville, OH with burial in Walnut Grove Cemetery Hartville, OH.

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

Jay was the husband of Elta Leaman Nissley. They were married October 13, 1973. He was a member and Pastor of Kauffman Mennonite Church, Manheim. Jay was ordained in the Mennonite Church in 1980 and served at Kauffman Mennonite faithfully until his recent illness. In 1971 through 1973, Jay assisted in the mission field in Belize, Central America. For many years, Jay served in several leadership positions for the Manheim Christian Day School Board, his last position being Pastoral Advisor to the Board.

Survivied by his wife Elta, his father & Stepmother Clayton R. Nissley & Martha Nissley of Lititz, two sons, Kirby, husband of Joanna Hilty Nissley, Jordan Nissley, a daughter, Alyssa Nissley, all of Manheim, a brother, John D., husband of Elaine Nissley of Manheim, a sister, Barbara, wife of Marlin W. Good of Lititz, a brother-in-law, Tom, husband of Cara August of Indiana.

Preceding him in death by his motherVera, is a sister, Mary Ellen August.

Funeral service was September 18, 2013 at the Erisman Mennonite Church, Manheim, PA. Interment was in the adjoining church cemetery.

Source: Buch Funeral Home Manheim & Mount Joy, PA
Submitted by Leon Hertzler

Surviving in addition to his wife, Ruth are four children, Darwin husband of Deb, of Mount Joy, Trudy Capers wife of Dino, of Lititz, Bernard husband of Rhonda, of Mount Joy, and Rosemary, of Flourtown, PA. Also surviving are three grandsons, Travis husband of Colleen, of MD., Clark of MD., and Justin of Mount Joy.

He was preceded in death by five siblings, Ivan, Vera, Anna Mae Newcomer, Kathryn Hess and Rhoda Brandt.

A Memorial Service honoring John's life was November 3, 2013 at the Landisville Mennonite Church Landisville, PA. Interment was private in the church cemetery.

Source: Sheetz Funeral Home Mt Joy, PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Survived by his wife Leslie and son, John William Nissley age 11; daughter, Emilie Nissley age 7, both at home; father and mother-in-law, Joseph D. and Emilie (Seidel) Smith of Spartanburg, SC; paternal grandmother, Anna Nissley of Mt. Gretna; a brother, Michael Nissley; 2 stepbrothers, Garin Moore Jr., Bill Moore; 2 stepsisters, Patricia Hall, Cheryl Moore; brothers-in-law, A. J. Smith and Kyle Jordan; sisters-in-law, Abigail Jordan and Kimberly Smith; nieces and nephews, Rebecca Bissonnette, Joseph Ivy, Collin Nissley, Alicia Nissley, Andrew Jordan, Madelyn Jordan, Molly Jordan, Megyn Jordan, Ella Smith, Virginia Smith, Grace Smith, Jackson Smith.

A service to celebrate John's life was January 21, 2013 at the Akron Mennonite Church with Pastor Jim S. Amstutz and Pastor Michelle Dula officiating. Interment was private at the convenience of the ­family.

Source: Lancaster OnLine.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

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Nissley, John Robert, 46, of Ephrata, Lancaster Co., PA died January 15, 2013 at Mount Joy, Lancaster Co., PA. He was born November 15, 1966 at Lebanon, Lebanon Co., PA to John R. Nissley and Lorraine (Bobb) Moore. He was married to Leslie Elizabeth Smith, who survives.

Surviving are his mother, a son, John William Nissley; a daughter, Emily Nissley, and siblings, Michael Nissley; Garin Moore, Jr.; Bill Moore; Patricia Hall; and Cheryl Moore.

His father preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held January 21, 2013 at Akron Mennonite Church, Akron, Lancaster Co., PA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Lloyd N. Chapman, Akron, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

She was born in East Earl to Emma S. (Hurst) Martin and the late Harry H. Martin. Married to Levi S. Nolt for 48 years.

Ada was a homemaker and a member of Groffdale Mennonite Church (Groffdale Conference).

In addition to her husband and mother, she is survived by 7 children, Anna, married to Allen Newswanger of New Holland, Lena, married to Samuel Shirk of Penn Yan, NY, Elva, married to Lester Sauder of Terre Hill, Lydia, married to Moses Horning of Penn Yan, NY, Emma Nolt at home, Mary, married to Jason P. Brubaker of Thorp, WI, Jason, married to Mary Ann Zimmerman of Leola; 36 grandchildren; 9 brothers and sisters, Lydia, married to Earl Weaver of East Earl, Katie, wife of the late Ivan Fox of Stanley, WI, David, married to Martha Shirk of Shippensburg, Harry, married to Ida Zimmerman of Martinsburg, Sidney, married to Sarah Sensenig of New Holland, Emma, married to Levi Brubaker of Martinsburg, Adam, married to Emma Shirk of Newville, Menno, married to Emma Zimmerman of Shippensburg, Enos, married to Vera Newswanger of Owen, WI, and sister-in-law, Anna Sensenig.

In addition to her father, Ada was preceded in death by a brother, Phares Martin.

A viewing will be held on Tuesday, September 10, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the home of Levi S. Nolt, 121 Center Square Rd., Leola. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday the 11th, at 9:30 a.m. from the Groffdale Mennonite Church (Groffdale Conference). Interment will follow in the adjoining church cemetery.

Kindly omit flowers.

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

Intelligencer Journal - 9/9/2013
Submitted by: Robert Fish

She was born in Ephrata to the late Elmer and Anna (Nolt) Weaver and was the wife of Rufus Z. Nolt Jr.

Bernice was a member of the Lime Rock Mennonite Church, Weaverland Conference.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by her 7 children, Emma, wife of Lester Martin of Goshen, IN; Raymond, husband of Kathryn Nolt of Weedsport, NY; Elmer, husband of Mary Jane Nolt of Mohnton; Susan, wife of Irvin Weaver of Newville, PA; Rufus, husband of Nora Nolt of Ephrata; Warren, husband of Doris Nolt of Lititz; Bernice, wife of Eugene Zimmerman of Ephrata; 41 grandchildren; 34 great grandchildren; 5 step grandchildren; 3 step great grandchildren; 4 siblings, Anna, wife of the late Lester Sauder of Ephrata, Alma, wife of the late Samuel Kurtz of Ephrata, Mary Weaver of New Holland, Titus, husband of Lizzie Weaver of Ephrata.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 4 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; 4 siblings, Emma, Nora, Ada and Isaac.

A viewing will be held on Thursday, December 12, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., at the Midway Mennonite Reception Center, 210 E. Lexington Rd., Lititz. Funeral services will be held on Friday, December 13, at 9 a.m., at the Midway Mennonite Reception Center with further services at 9:30 a.m., at the Lime Rock Mennonite Church, 24 Penn Valley Village, Lititz, with Bishop Melvin Martin officiating. Interment will take place in the adjoining church cemetery.

Kindly omit flowers.

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

Intelligencer Journal - 12/11/2013
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

She was born in Brutus, MI to the late Elias and Anna (Martin) Newswanger and was the wife of the late Christian Z. Nolt, who passed away in 1997.

Emma was a member of Groffdale Mennonite Church (Groffdale Conference).

Emma is survived by a son, Leroy N., husband of Linda (Showalter) Nolt of Dayton, VA; 5 daughters, Ella N. Nolt of Akron, Anna N. Nolt of Ephrata, Mary N. Nolt of Lititz, Alta Mason of Hagerstown, MD, Annetta, wife of Warren Martin of New Holland; a son-in-law, Adam Reiff of Muir, MI; 17 grandchildren and 38 great grandchildren. She was the last of her immediate family.

In addition to her husband and parents, Emma was preceded in death by 2 daughters, Verna Reiff and Edna N. Nolt; and a grandchild.

A viewing will be held on Monday, September 23, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Christian Weaver residence, 105 Groffdale Church Rd., Leola. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. at the Groffdale Mennonite Church (Groffdale Conference), Leola, with Bishop Ammon Weaver officiating. Interment will follow in the adjoining church cemetery.

Kindly omit flowers.

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

Intelligencer Journal - 9/23/2013
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Helen was a member of Ephrata United Zion Church, Ephrata, where she helped in the Nursery and was part of the Missionary Sewing Circle, knotting comforters for the needy. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family. Helen also enjoyed cooking, baking, visiting the elderly at home and nursing home facilities, reading Christian books and traveling on bus tours with friends. During her working years, she worked as a seamstress at Hopeland Manufacturing Company and retired from New Holland Lingerie.

Helen is survived by a son, Leverne, husband of JoLynn (Pfautz) Nolt of Reinholds; daughter, Dolores, wife of Barry R. Burkholder of Akron; 5 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; 2 brothers, Paul, husband of Miriam Hoffman of Ephrata, Luke, husband of Betty Hoffman of New Holland; 3 sisters, Phyllis Hoffman of FL, Esther Lynch of FL, Sarah, wife of Norman Kurtz of Fleetwood; and a sister-in-law, Naomi Hoffman of Witmer.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a great grandchild; brother, John Hoffman and sister, Ruth Witmer.

A viewing will be held on Tuesday, March 12, from 6 to 8 pm at the Wheatridge Chapel at Fairmount Homes, 333 Wheat Ridge Dr., Ephrata. An additional viewing will be held on Wednesday from 1 to 2 pm, at Ephrata United Zion Church, 408 East Fulton Street, Ephrata, followed by funeral services held at 2 pm, with Pastors Jay Showalter and Mel Horst officiating. Interment will take place in the Voganville Union Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Helen's memory may be made to Ephrata United Zion Church, 408 East Fulton Street, Ephrata, PA 17522 or Hospice & Community Care, P. O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604. Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.

Intelligencer Journal - 3/11/2013
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Rober Fish

He was a farmer and a member of the Walnuttown Mennonite Church, Weaverland Conference.

Surviving in addition to his wife are 12 children. Erla married Leon Weaver of Myerstown. Arlene married Leonard Huber of Narvon. Alta married Leon Zimmerman of Mertztown. Maryann married Norman Kurtz of Colby WI, Harold married Denise (Heffner) Nolt of Fleetwood, Linda married Roy Horst of Cayuga, NY, Dorothy married James Martin of Savannah NY, Esther Mae married Glen Weaver of Fleetwood, David married Janette (Weaver) Nolt of Kutztown, Irene married Richard Weaver of Denver, Frances married E. Lavern Martin of Lebanon, Alma married Loren Horning of Lebanon: 75 grandchildren, 74 great grandchildren. And 3 sisters and 2 brothers. Annie wife of the late Noah Burkholder of Myerstown, Martha wife of Irvin Zimmerman of Ephrata, Frances wife of Paul Martin of Narvon, Jonas husband of the late Alta (Sensening) Nolt of Shippensburg, Menno of Stevens. Preceding him in death are 3 sisters Katie wife of the late Walter Hurst of Myerstown, and Emma and Lizzie and a brother Clayton husband of the late Mary (Hurst) Nolt Polk, Ohio.

Funeral services will be held on July 15, at 9:00 AM at the late home with further services at 9:30 AM at the Walnuttown Mennonite Church. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. A viewing will be held at his late home on Sunday 2-4 PM and 6-8PM. Kindly omit flowers. Arrangements by Kreamer & Lum Funeral Home, Jonestown.

Intelligencer Journal - 7/13/2013
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Born in New Holland, he was the son of the late Eli O. and Mattie (Martin) Nolt.

John was a farmer, truck driver, and in later years provided a taxi service to the Plain community.

He was a member of Centerville Mennonite Church.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by three children: Gerald Ray married to Joan (Fox) Nolt, Loveland, CO; John Michael married to Joyce (Weaver) Nolt, Myerstown; Judy Ann married to Grant Martin, Newville; 15 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; six siblings: Ivan married to Mary (Oberholtzer) Nolt, Ephrata; David married to Anna (Sauder) Nolt, Ephrata; Martin Nolt, Kempton; Allen married to Florence (Horst) Nolt, New Holland; Martha married to Samuel Martin, Gordonville; Elizabeth married to Moses Good, Manheim; and three sisters-in-law: Mary Nolt, Ephrata; Anna Mary Nolt, Ephrata; and Anna Nolt, Manheim.

He was preceded in death by twin sons, three brothers and a sister.

His funeral will be held on Tuesday, August 27 at 10 a.m. at the Centerville Mennonite Church, 197 Sensenig Rd., Ephrata. A viewing will be held on Monday (TODAY) from 2 - 4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the Martindale Mennonite Fellowship Center, 352 Martindale Rd., Ephrata. Interment will be in Groffdale (Frame) Mennonite Cemetery. Kindly omit flowers. The Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill is in charge of arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 8/26/2013
Submitted by: Robert Fish

Surviving in addition to his wife are two sons: Ronald, husband of Brenda Fenninger Nolt, of Manheim, Leslie, husband of Pamela Ranck Nolt, of Mount Joy, a daughter, Carol, wife of Clifford Martin, of Stevens, 10 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Also surviving are two brothers: Ben, husband of Diane Nolt, of LeRoy, MN., Mark Nolt of Warrensburg, MO., two sisters: Esther, wife of John Mast, of Red Lake, Ontario, Dottie, wife of Tim Weber, of East Petersburg. Preceding him in death is a son, Jimmy Nolt, two brothers: David and John Nolt, and two sisters: Miriam and Ruth Nolt.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Paul's funeral service on September 14, 2013 at the East Petersburg Mennonite Church, East Petersburg, PA. Interment was in the adjoining church cemetery.

Source: Buch Funeral Home,
Maheim & Mount Joy, PA
Submitted by Leon Hertzler

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Nolt, Paul G., 80, of Mount Joy, died peacefully at home and went to be with his Lord and Savior, following a lengthy illness, on Saturday, September 7, 2013. Born in Upper Leacock Township, he was the son of the late Lester O. and Nora Good Nolt. Paul was the loving husband of Arlene Martin Nolt and they observed their 57th wedding anniversary in March of this year. For over 37 years he was a dedicated dairy farmer. Paul worked part time for the Manheim Auto Auction for 42 years. He also enjoyed his work in steaming and custom silo filling. He was a faithful member of the East Petersburg Mennonite Church, and served as treasurer of his Sunday School class. Paul enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren.

Surviving in addition to his wife are two sons: Ronald, husband of Brenda Fenninger Nolt, of Manheim, Leslie, husband of Pamela Ranck Nolt, of Mount Joy, a daughter, Carol, wife of Clifford Martin, of Stevens, 10 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Also surviving are two brothers: Ben, husband of Diane Nolt, of LeRoy, MN, Mark Nolt of Warrensburg, MO, two sisters: Esther, wife of John Mast, of Red Lake, Ontario, Dottie, wife of Tim Weber, of East Petersburg. Preceding him in death is a son, Jimmy Nolt, two brothers: David and John Nolt, and two sisters: Miriam and Ruth Nolt.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Paul's funeral service at the East Petersburg Mennonite Church, 6279 Main Street, East Petersburg, on Saturday, September 14, 2013 at 10:00 AM. Interment will be in the adjoining church cemetery. There will be a viewing at the church on Friday evening from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM with additional viewing time on Saturday morning from 9:00 AM until the time of the service. Those desiring may send contributions in Paul's memory to: East Petersburg Mennonite Church, 6279 Main Street, East Petersburg, PA 17520 or Woodcrest Retreat, 225 Woodcrest Drive, Ephrata, PA 17522. To send the family on-line condolences, please visit: www.BuchFuneral.com

Intelligencer Journal - 9/10/2013
Submitted by: Robert Fish

She is survived by seven children: Elsie wife of John Z. Reiff of Ephrata; Mabel wife of Rufus H. Martin of Myers-town; Vera wife of Raymond B. Zimmerman of Blain; Rachel wife of David M. High of Stevens; Sidney G. husband of Katie Mae Nolt of Richland; Nathan G. husband of Ella Mae Nolt of Fennimore, Wisc.; Elvin G. husband of Nancy Nolt of Richland; son-in-law: Lester S. husband of Elva Zimmerman of Newmanstown; 61 grandchildren; 128 great grandchildren; 2 step grandchildren; 5 step great grandchildren; sisters: Edna Weaver of Ephrata; Alma Geist of Myerstown; Gladys wife of Leroy Burkholder of Ephrata; Mary wife of Samuel Witmer of Reinholds; brother, Jesse husband of Rachel Gingrich of Myerstown; caregiver, Geraldine Boll. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Lucille Nolt Zimmerman; sister, Nancy Martin and two great grandchildren.

Funeral service will be held on Monday at 9:30 AM in the Fairview Mennonite Church, Elco Drive, Myerstown. Interment will be made in the adjoining church cemetery. Viewing will be held on Sunday from 2 to 4 PM and 6 to 8 PM at the Midway Reception Center, 210 E. Lexington Road, Lititz, PA. PLEASE OMIT FLOWERS. Clauser Funeral Home, Inc. is ­handling her arrangements.

Intelligencer Journal - 7/20/2013
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

She was born in White Horse to the late Joseph and Anna (Buckwalter) Benner and was the wife of Wilmer R. Nolt with whom she shared 73 years of marriage.

Rosene was a member of Faith Mennonite Church, Denver. She was a quilter and donated many quilts to MCC. She loved her grandchildren and great grandchildren and enjoyed gardening.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by 2 sons, Ronald, husband of Helen Nolt of Ellicott City, MD, ­Marvin, husband of Delores Nolt of Ephrata; a daughter, Carolyn, wife of Paul Snader of Ephrata; 7 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, David Nolt; a sister, Miriam Eby; 2 brothers, Wilmer and Roy Benner.

A viewing will be held on Friday, March 22, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Wheatridge Chapel, 333 Wheat Ridge Dr., Ephrata. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 23, at 2:30 p.m. at Farm Crest, Fairmount Homes, 1100 Farm Crest Drive, Ephrata, with Pastor Delvin Martin officiating. The family will receive friends following the service. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family in the Groffdale Mennonite Cemetery.

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

Intelligencer Journal - 3/19/2013
Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Robert Fish

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Nolt, Rosene M. Benner, 96, of Ephrata, PA died March 18, 2013, at Fairmount Homes. She was born 1916 in Whitehorse to Joseph and Anna (Buckwalter) Benner and was the wife of Wilmer R. Nolt with whom she shared 73 years of marriage.
Rosene was a member of Faith Mennonite Church, Denver, PA

Survived by her husband Wilmer and 2 sons, Ronald, husband of Helen Nolt of Ellicott City, MD, Marvin, husband of Delores Nolt of Ephrata; a daughter, Carolyn, wife of Paul Snader of Ephrata; 7 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a son, David Nolt; a sister, Miriam Eby; 2 brothers, Wilmer and Roy Benner.

A memorial service was March 23, 2013 at Farm Crest, Fairmount Homes, Ephrata, PA with Pastor Delvin Martin officiating. Interment will be private in the Groffdale Mennonite Cemetery.

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

Survived by: two daughters, Darlene Frank of San Francisco, CA and Beverly Delp and her husband, Laverne of Harrisonburg, VA; three sons, Merrill Nyce and his wife, Gwen of Perkasie, PA, Gerald Nyce and his wife, Cindy of Blooming Glen, PA and Timothy Nyce and his wife, Terri of Perkasie, PA; 13 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren; a sister, Irene Leatherman of Sellersville, PA.; a brother-in-law, Clarence Leatherman of Sellersville, PA and a sister-in-law, Alverda Rice of Pipersville, PA.

She was preceded in death by: her husband Clarence, a brother, Noah Rice Jr. and a sister, Naomi Rolf.

Funeral service was May 30, 2013 at Deep Run Mennonite Church East, Perkasie, PA, Burial was at Deep Run Mennonite Cemetery East.

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

Born January 28, 1932 in Manheim Twp., Lancaster Co., PA. to George M Ober and Mary Smith Ober Fulkrod. She was raised by foster parents, the late Joseph and Alice (Baum) Greiner who gave her a loving home since the age of two. She was the wife of Glenn H. Oberholtzer. They were married 60 years on February 7. She was a member of Mount Joy Mennonite Church, Mount Joy, PA.

Survived by her husband, Glenn and two daughters, Sue, wife of Kevin Zurin of Mount Joy and Carol, wife of David Martin of Elizabethtown; five grandchildren Jill (Joel) Stout, Randy (Jennifer) Zurin, Kimberly (Frank) Splain, Lucretia Martin and Michael Martin; and eight great grandchildren Justin, Jared, Aubrey and Kristen Stout, Annabelle Zurin and Collin, Mason and Gavin Splain. Also surviving are siblings, Jane Herr, Anna Mary Shelly, George Ober, Robert (Joyce) Fulkrod all of Manheim; Jacob (Miriam) Ober of Conestoga, Wayne(Arlene) Ober of Lancaster, Sarah Miller of Thurmont, MD, Betty (James) Lentz of Ephrata, and Blanche Minshell of Schenectady, NY. Foster sister Jane (Ken) Moyer of Manheim and Henry (Fran) Greiner of Ulysses.

One brother, Phares Ober and two sisters Catherine Weidman and Leah Ebersole, preceded her in death.

Memorial Service was November 15, 2013 at the Mount Joy Mennonite Church, Mount Joy, PA officiated by Pastor Karl Landis and Pastor Dawn Winey. Interment was private and at the convenience of the family at Mt Tunnel Cemetery, Elizabethtown, PA.

Source: Miller-Sekely Funeral Home &
Crematory of Elizabethtown, PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Surviving are two sisters, Miriam and Helen Oberholtzer, both of Elizabethtown, and three brothers, James (Marianne) Oberholtzer, Bainbridge, Clair (Laverne) Oberholtzer, Elizabethtown, and Glenn (Arlene) Oberholtzer, Hillsboro, WI; a host of nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Service was January 31, 2013, from Rissers Mennonite Church, Elizabethtown, PA 17022. The family will receive friends from 5 P.M. until 7 P.M. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.

Source: Intelligencer Journal,
Lancaster New Era newspapers Jan 28, 2013.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Verna Burkholder Nolt was born to Ivan and Mary Nolt on January 28, 1948 during the same snowstorm as her future husband. She was raised in Richland, Pennsylvania and attended school in Lebanon County for eight years of education. On March 9, 1968, she married her life companion, Abner Oberholtzer to whom she was married for over 45 years. They lived in Burks County, Pennsylvania for the first five years of marriage. In 1974, they, with their first three children, moved to rural Wyaconda, Missouri and farmed a dairy operation. Four more children were born to them and raised there. In the year 2000, they moved a mile away to a small home and continued to help with the farm. All of her grandchildren were a special joy to Verna and she enjoyed spending time in her flowerbeds and lawn. In 2013 Verna's health was declining, so an operation was planned to fix her ailing heart. Surrounded by her precious family, she went through surgery, but complication set in and God took her home instead of granting her more time here.

She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and will be greatly missed.

Verna is survived by her husband, Abner W. Oberholtzer of Gorin, Missouri; her mother and step-father, Mary and Melvin Martin of Richland, Pennsylvania; children, Vernon and Romaine Oberholtzer of Memphis, Missouri, Eugene and Minerva Oberholtzer of Gorin, Missouri, Marlin Oberholtzer of Memphis, Missouri, Mary Jane and Curvin Zimmerman of LaMonte, Missouri, Earl and Lois Oberholtzer of Wyaconda, Missouri, Grace Elaine and Marlin Eberly of Fortuna, Missouri, and Esther Mae and Elam Ray Sensening of Curtiss, Wisconsin; thirty-four grandchildren.

She is also survived by a brother, Lewis and Rosanna Nolt of Richland, Pennsylvania; three sisters, Arlene and Ervin Nolt of Memphis, Missouri, Mary Kathryn and Ivan Martin of New Holland, Pennsylvania and Betty and Melvin Weaver of East Earl, Pennsylvania; a two step-brothers, Leland and Marilyn Martin of East Earl, Pennsylvania, Melvin Edward Martin of Martindale, Pennsylvania; a step-sister, Elizabeth Ann and Aaron Ray Wise of Seneca Falls, New York and a friend of the family, Linda Briggs of Memphis, Missouri.

Verna was preceded in death by her father, Ivan H. Nolt; an infant brother; a grandson, Christopher Oberholtzer; and a step-sister, Mary Etta Martin.

Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, December 10, 2013, at the Millport Mennonite Church south of Rutledge, Missouri.

Visitation will be Sunday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and Monday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Hillcrest Mennonite Community Center south of Memphis, Missouri.

Burial will be in the Millport Mennonite Cemetery south of Rutledge, Missouri.

Officiating will be Luke Fox, Carl Hoover, Nelson Martin and Charles Zimmerman, with Casket Bearers, Randall Oberholtzer, Stephen Oberholtzer, Cody Oberholtzer, Calvin Oberholtzer, Brian Zimmerman and Lavern Ramer.

The family requests no flowers only your presence and prayers.

Doss Funeral Home
Knox Co., MO
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

A. Ruth (Geigley) Ogburn, 94, of Gettysburg, died Wednesday, March 20, 2013 at her residence. She was the wife of the late Forrest M. Ogburn, who died March 4, 2003.Ruth was born Oct. 7, 1918 in Lancaster Coounty, the daughter of the late George and Katie G. (Musselman) Geigley.
Ruth was a member of Mummasburg Mennonite Church in Gettysburg.

Ruth is survived by a son, Daniel R. Ogburn and his wife Laura J. of Gettysburg; four daughters; Grace L. Miller and her husband James L. of New Oxford, Elsie J. Horst and her husband Lee W. of Gettysburg, Janet I. Sensenig and her husband Daniel A. of New Oxford, and A. Ruth Brougher and her husband Robert H. of New Oxford, 20 grandchildren, 71 great grandchildren and one great great grandson.

She was predeceased by two grandsons, five great grandchildren and one great great granddaughter.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 26, 2013 at 10 a.m. at Mummasburg Mennonite Church, 2545 Mummasburg Road, Gettysburg, with Bishop Ray Byers officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Viewings will be held on Monday at the church from 2-4 p.m. and from 6-8 p.m. There will be no viewing prior to the service on Tuesday. Memorial contributions may be made to Mummasburg Mennonite Church, C/O Robert Brougher, 370 Beaver Run Rd, New Oxford, PA 17350. Feiser Funeral Home, Inc, 302 Lincolnway West, New Oxford, is in charge of arrangements. Memories may be shared at www.feiserfuneralhome.com.

GettysburgTimes.com,
Posted: Friday, March 22, 2013
Submitted by: Karen Lint

Survivied by her daughters, Diane (Roger) Pairan of Shipshewana; Kylie Samantha-Joe Osborn at home; four sons, Timothy Osborn of Clarksville, OH, Jeffrey Osborn of Blanchester, OH, David (Sarah) Osborn of Topeka, Michael Osborn of Goshen, OH; 10 grandchildren, nine great grandchildren; two sisters, Ethel (Richard) Chaney of Waynesville, OH, Alfreda Reed of Blanchester, OH; brother, Virgil (Lauae) Douglas of Westboro, OH.

She was preceded in death by her husband and parents.

She was a member of Topeka Mennonite Church. She received her truck driver's license at the age of 56 so she could drive truck with her husband, and was a member of the teamsters union.

Funeral service was on Wednesday January 23, 2013 at Tufts-Schildmeyer Funeral Home. Service was conducted by Pastor Paul Crisp. Burial was in Second Creek Cemetery in Blanchester, OH.

Source: Miller-Stewart
Funeral Home Middlebury, IN.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Surviving are children, Elizabeth Oswald, Margaret Ruth (Darryl) Jackson, Stanley (Becky) Oswald, Vern (Dee) Oswald, and son-in-law, Jim Roth.

Memorial services were held March 6, 2013 at Aurora Mennonite Church, Aurora, Portage Co., Ohio with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Tim Schultz
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Pauline M. Oswald

Services will be today (March 6) at 10 a.m. at Aurora Mennonite Church for Pauline M. Oswald, 91, of Streetsboro, who died March 2, 2013, at the Justin T. Rogers Hospice House in Akron.

Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

She was born March 31, 1921, in Streets-boro to the late Lloyd and Erma (Miller) Stutzman.

Mrs. Oswald lived in Streetsboro most of her life and had lived in Colorado for 20 years. She was a member of Aurora Mennonite Church and had worked in the cafeteria for Aurora schools. She enjoyed reading, traveling, quilting and some gardening.

Survivors include her children Elizabeth Oswald of Streetsboro, Margaret Ruth (Darryl) Jackson of New Holland, Pa., Stanley (Becky) Oswald of Rocky Ford, Colo., and Vern (Dee) Oswald of Mantua Township; son-in-law Jim Roth of Abbottsford, British Columbia; and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Oren Oswald in January 1993, children Jeffery Dean and Ann Marie Roth, and brothers Clyde, Walter and Allen Stutzman.

Shorts Spicer Crislip Funeral Home in Streetsboro handled arrangements.

Memorials can be made to the Justin T. Rogers Hospice House in Akron. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.sscfuneralhomes.com.

Source: Aurora Advocate, Aurora, OH
March 6, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Nov. 16, 1920 - Jan. 29, 2013

MILLERSBURG, Ohio - Ima Overholt, 92, died early Tuesday morning, Jan. 29, 2013, at Walnut Hills Nursing Home, Walnut Creek.

She was born Nov. 16, 1920, in Kokomo, Ind., to Dan and Lizzie (Sommer) Hershberger. She married Homer A. Overholt Oct. 12, 1940, in Kokomo. He died April 13, 1998.

She is survived by four children, Cleo Diane Fisher of South Bend, Ind., Patricia (Ervin) Yoder of Berlin, Philip (Julie) Overholt of Mansfield, and Anthony (Suzannah) Overholt of Indianapolis; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Leatha Stuckey of Hicksville and Doris Robbins of Greentown, Ind.

She was preceded in death by granddaughter Dee Fisher, and two sisters, Cleo Lantz and Mildred Whetstone.

A former resident of Topeka, Ind., and Goshen, Ind., Mrs. Overholt moved to Millersburg in 2000. She was a member of Silverwood Mennonite Church.

Friends may call one hour prior to the 1 p.m. funeral service Friday, Feb. 1, 2013, at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home.

Burial will follow in Violett Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be given to Silverwood Mennonite Church.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Jan. 30, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Oct. 31, 1927 - April 6, 2013

GOSHEN - Margaret "Margie" Oyer, 85, died at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 6, 2013, at Maples at Waterford Crossing.

She was born Oct. 31, 1927, near Surrey, N.D., to the late A.D. and Elnora Horst Yoder.

She married Richard "Dick" Oyer, Aug. 16, 1958. in Denver.

He survives along with two sisters, Vera Kurtz of Plain City, Ohio, and Helen Yoder of Logansport; two brothers, Chester (Esther) Yoder of Harrisonburg, Va., and Mel (Betty Mae) Yoder of Goshen; and one brother-in-law, Emerson Blosser of Goshen.

Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, April 12, 2013, and from 10 to 10:45 a.m. Saturday, April 13, 2013, at College Mennonite Church, where an 11 a.m. memorial service will be conducted.

Memorials may be made to College Mennonite Church, MCC or Goshen College.

Cremation will take place prior to the visitation at Yoder-Culp Crematory.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
April 8, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Oyer, Margaret "Margie" Yoder, 85, of Goshen, Indiana died April 6, 2013 at the same place. She was born October 31, 1927 at Surrey, North Dakota to A. D. and Elnora (Horst) Yoder. On August 16, 1958 at Denver, CO she was married to Richard "Dick" Oyer, who survives.

Memorial services were held April 13, 2013 at College Mennonite Church, Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN.

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

Surviving are children, Deanna (Kenneth) Kehn, Duane (Laura) Pankratz, six grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, and a sister-in-law, Marion Gering.

Two grandchildren, and her siblings, Pearl (Chris) Kaufman, Mary (Harold) Graber, Ada (Paul) Schrag, Earl and Bill Gering preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held April 28, 2013 at Salem Mennonite Church, Freeman, Turner Co., SD with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Amy Waltner, Freeman, SD
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

He was born March 31, 1930 in Davis County, Iowa to Willie Cleo and Lela Mary (Cowles) Payne. Willie was born March 31, 1905 and died October 31, 1997. Lela was born June 9, 1905 and died September 2, 2000.

On October 3, 1954 at West Bend, Iowa he was married to Lydia Jean Banwart, who was born April 23, 1933 and survives.

Surviving are children, Debra (Roger) Knapp, Donnita Payne Hostetler, Dan (Chris) Payne, seven grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, a brother, Darrell (Bonnie) Payne, and two sisters, Donna (Roger) Augspurger, and Dianne (Gary) Knapp.

A son, Dwayne David Payne died October 15, 1969.

Donald was a founding board member of Iowa Mennonite Central Committee Relief Sale; and founding board member of Crooked Creek Christian Camp, Washington, Iowa.

Memorial services were held May 1, 2013 at Pulaski Mennonite Church, Pulaski, Davis County, Iowa with burial in Pulaski Cemetery, Highway 2, Pulaski, Iowa.

Submitted by: Darrell Zook, Pulaski, IA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Surviving are two sons, David and Donald.

A daughter, Debbie preceded him in death.

Memorial services were held April 2, 2013 at Maple Grove Mennonite Church, Belleville, PA with burial in Locust Grove Mennonite Cemetery, Belleville, PA.

Submitted by: Unknown
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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David S. Peachey

BELLEVILLE - David S. Peachey, 74, of 62 Poe St., Belleville, died Wednesday, March 27, 2013, at Lewistown Hospital.

Born June 29, 1938, in Reedsville, he was a son of the late John E. and Katie (Spicher) Peachey. His wife, Beverly G. (Kauffman) Peachey, whom he married on April 23, 1960, survives.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by: children, David L. Peachey, of 414 Hickory Lane, Belleville, and companion, Krystal Bogus, of Second Street, Belleville, and Donald J. Peachey and wife, Sandra, of 768 Belleville Lane, Belleville; grandchildren, Vincent Peachey, Brooke Peachey and fiance, James Shilling, Kendra Peachey and Garrett Peachey; siblings, Rebecca Yoder and husband, Enos, of Reedsville, Sara Yoder and husband, Dave W., of McVeytown, Marian Peachey, of Belleville, and John B. Peachey and wife, Toni, of Belleville; and a number of special nieces and nephews.

Dave was preceded in death by a daughter, Debra J. Peachey, on Aug. 10, 1976, and three brothers, Ivan, Irvin and Raymond Peachey.

Dave served from 1960 to 1962 with the 1W service, in Harrisburg, at the state hospital. After his 1W service, he became employed at New Holland, in Belleville, where he retired in 1998 with 35 years of service. After retirement, he provided taxi service for the local Amish community.

Dave enjoyed camping, being at the river lot, going to his grandchildren's sporting events, hunting and going to Camp Bittersweet, where he was a member.

He was also a member of Maple Grove Mennonite Church and the Faith at Work Sunday school class.

A funeral service will be held in his memory at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 2, 2013, at Maple Grove Mennonite Church, with Pastors Alan Kauffman and Herb Zook and Minister Lauren Yoder officiating. Burial will be in Locust Grove Cemetery.

His family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, April 1, at the church.

Should friends desire, memorial donations may be made to Maple Grove Mennonite Church, P.O. Box 955, Belleville, PA 17004.

Arrangements are under the care of Henderson Funeral Home Inc., 3813 W. Main St., Belleville.

March 29, 2013
Lewistown Sentinel, Lewistown, PA
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Memorial services were held at Maple Grove Mennoite Church, Belleville, PA.

Submitted by: Unknown
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Harvey L. Peachey
July 27 1931 June 2, 2013

Harvey L. Peachey, 81, of Belleville, died Sunday, June 2, 2013, at Mount Nittany Medical Center, State College. He was born July 27, 1931, in Belleville, son of Harvey L. Peachey Sr. and Anna (Hartzler) Peachey. On June 18, 1953, he married M. Deloras (Wilson) Peachey, who survives.

In addition to his wife he is survived by his children, Barry L. Peachey and wife, Kathy, of Carlisle, Randal L. Peachey and wife, Lori, of Belleville and Gregg A. Peachey, of State College; six grandchildren and three great grandchildren. He is also survived by brother and sisters, Lois Yoder, of Harrisonburg, Va., James L. Peachey, of Spring Mills, Patricia Zook and husband, Chet, of Allensville, Loren Peachey and wife, Janice, of Burnham, Jane Diffenderfer and husband, Jim, of Reedsville, Joanne Kauffman and husband, Leroy, of Reedsville and Helen Yoder and husband, Floyd, of Belleville.

He was preceded in death by a son, H. Willis Peachey, on April 19, 2000, and by a brother, Solomon D. Peachey.

Harvey graduated from Eastern Mennonite School in Harrisonburg, Va., in 1949. From the 1950s to 1990, he was the third generation owner of H.L. Peachey Meats in Belleville, which later became the Belleville Locker Plant and now operates under the name Peachey Foods. He was a member of Maple Grove Mennonite Church and a former member of the Big Valley Ambulance Club. He enjoyed playing baseball, bowling, golfing, boating at Raystown and spending time with his family and grandchildren. He also participated in a number of bowling leagues in the area.

A funeral service will be held in his memory at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 5, 2013, at Maple Grove Mennonite Church with Pastors Herb Zook and Doug Pierce officiating. Burial will take place at St. Stephen's Lutheran Cemetery in McAlevy's Fort. His family will receive friends on Tuesday, June 4, 2013, from 6-8 p.m., at Henderson Funeral Home, Belleville. Should friends desire, memorials may be made to: Maple Grove Mennonite Church, 115 Maple Grove Road, Belleville, PA 17004 or to Big Valley Ambulance Club, PO Box 1023, Belleville, PA 17004. Arrangements are under the care of Henderson Funeral Home, Inc., 3813 West Main Street, Belleville, PA 17004.

Published in Centre Daily Times on June 4, 2013
State College, PA

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Peachey, Harvey L. 81, of Belleville, PA., died June 2, 2013, at Mount Nittany Medical Center, State College, PA. Born on July, 27, 1931, in Belleville, PA to Harvey L. Peachey Sr. and Anna (Hartzler) Peachey. He was married on June 18, 1953, to M. Deloras (Wilson) Peachey, who survives. He was a member of Maple Grove Mennonite Church and a former member of Big Valley Ambulance Club.

Survived by his wife and sons, Barry L. Peachey and his wife, Kathy, of Carlisle, Randal L. Peachey, and his wife, Lori, of Belleville, and Gregg A. Peachey, of State College; siblings, Lois Yoder, of Harrisonburg, Va., James L. Peachey, of Spring Mills, Patricia Zook and her husband, Chet, of Allensville, Loren Peachey and his wife, Janice, of Burnham, Jane Diffenderfer and husband, Jim, of Reedsville, Joanne Kauffman, and her husband, Leroy, of Reedsville, and Helen Yoder and her husband, Floyd, of Belleville; six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by a son, H. Willis Peachey, on April 19, 2000, and a brother, Solomon D. Peachey.

A funeral service was June 5, 2013, at Maple Grove Mennonite Church, with Pastors Herb Zook and Doug Pierce officiating. Burial will take place in St. Stephen's Lutheran Cemetery, in McAlevy's Fort Huntington Co., PA.

Source: Lewistown Sentinel Lewistown, PA.
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Surviving are children, Dale L. Peachey (wife: Terry Peachey); Kenneth E. Peachey (wife: Lore Peachey), four grandchildren, six great-grandchildren.

A daughter, H. Sharlene Peachey, and siblings, Alta Oberholtzer; Leah Burkhart; Clara Wenger; David Burkhart; Esther Hershey; Jacob "Harlan" Burkhart, Roy Burkhart, and Frances "Elizabeth" Wissler preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held January 11, 2013 at Akron Mennonite Church, Akron, Lancaster Co., PA with burial in Groffdale Mennonite Cemetery, Leola, Lancaster Co., PA.

Submitted by: Lloyd N. Chapman, Akron, PA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

March 1, 1936 - Aug. 10, 2013

MILLERSBURG - Robert Jonas Peachey, 77, died Saturday, Aug. 10, 2013, at his home.

He was born March 1, 1936, in Belleville, Pa., to Jesse and Dorothy (King) Peachey.

On Oct. 7, 1961, he married Violet Harshberger.

She survives along with a daughter, Pam (Steve) Vail of Millersburg; two grandsons, Brock and Brett Vail; a great-granddaughter, Sophia; two sisters, Sara (Allen) Lind of Salem, Ore., and Elaine (Olen) Swartz of Au Gres, Mich.; and a brother, Marvin (Avonelle) Peachey of Belleville.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Rodney Peachey, in 1996; and a sister, June Schuler, in 1998.

Robert served two years in Mennonite Voluntary Service. He was a longtime area resident, who worked at Shasta Trailer and Troyer Poultry, before owning and operating Harshberger Insulation. Along with being a business owner, he had his own small farm for many years. He later lived at Westler Lake near Wolcottville and worked for C.M.I. (Hayes Lemmerz).

After his son Rodney's death, he moved to Millersburg to be nearer to his daughter Pam's family. In his retirement years, he enjoyed walking, fishing, visiting with neighbors and was "Grandpa Bob" to many. A special joy was visiting family and friends in central Pennsylvania, where his roots were.

Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Aug. 12, 2013, at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen, and one hour prior to the 10 a.m. funeral service Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2013, at Pleasant View Mennonite Church, where Robert was a member. Pastors Ron Diener, and Tyler Hartford and Deacon Norman Maust will officiate.

Burial will follow in Miller 8 Square Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the Center for Hospice Care, Elkhart.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Aug. 11, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

She was born on April 11, 1919, to Jonathan and Mary (Yoder) Kanagy. Her first husband, Lee U. Yoder, preceded her in death on March 9, 1950. Her second husband, Thomas E. Peachey, preceded her in death on April 4, 1980. She was a member of Locust Grove Mennonite Church, where she taught Sunday school and vacation Bible school. She participated in the Ladies Sewing Circle at the church, was involved in the Stephens Ministry and with the ministry team that went to the Mifflin County Correctional Facility.

Surviving are: her children, Anne M. Brenneman and husband, Frank, of Hillsboro, Kan., Mary Ellen Yoder and husband, Harvey L., of Lac La Biche, Alberta, Canada, and L. Marlin Yoder and wife, Twila J., of Belleville; stepchildren, Virginia Spicher and husband, John, of Harrisonburg, Va., Thomas Lee Peachey and wife, Faith, of Saint Albert, Alberta, Canada, and Ruth Emswiler and husband, David, of Harrisonburg, Va.; eight grandchildren, Lawrence, William, Michael, Calvin, Gregg, Jeffrey, Randy and Emily; eight stepgrandchildren, Rene, Jen, James, Julia, Jeff, Thomas Jr., Richard and Cathy; 16 great-grandchildren; 17 stepgreat-grandchildren; three stepgreat-great-grandchildren; and brother, Jonathan Kanagy, of Belleville.

She was preceded in death by her 2 husbands Lee U. Yoder and Thomas E. Peachey and four sisters, Lina Peachey, Elizabeth Yoder, Mary Peachey and Amanda Kanagy, and by two brothers, Amandus Kanagy and Aaron Kanagy.

A funeral service was Nov. 2, 2013, at Locust Grove Mennonite Church, with Pastors Max Zook and Gerald Peachey officiating. Burial was at Locust Grove Cemetery Belleville, PA.

Source: Lewistown Sentinel, Lewistown,PA
Submitted By: Leon Hertzler

Aug. 31, 1910 - March 24, 2013

SPRINGS, Pa. - Paul J. Peck, 102, of Springs, died Sunday, March 24, 2013, at Golden Living Center, Meyersdale.

Born Aug. 31, 1910, in Fort Hill, he was the son of the late Jonas and Mary (Reitz) Peck.

He was also preceded in death by two wives, Lola (Livengood) Peck and Edna (Geiger) Otto Peck; a son, Gale Peck; a daughter, Carolyn Peck; and a stepson, Glen Otto.

Mr. Peck was a self-employed milk hauler for 30 years. He was a member of Maple Glen Church of the Brethren, where he was also a deacon; and a member of Pennsylvania Association of Retarded Children.

He is survived by two sons, Ronal Peck and wife Rebecca of Springs and Terry Peck and wife Velma of Goshen, Ind.; a daughter, Sharon Hahn of Auburn, Ind.; two stepsons, Chester Otto and wife Janet of Accident, Md., and Blair Otto and wife LouAnn of Berlin; a stepdaughter, Gloria Borton of Albuquerque, N.M.; six grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

Friends will be received at Newman Funeral Homes, P.A., 179 Miller St., Grantsville, Md., from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, March 27, 2013. Services will be conducted at the funeral home at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 28, 2013, with the Rev. Daniel Whitacre officiating.

Interment will be in the Maple Glen Cemetery.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
March 27, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Fondly remembered by: Wes and Cathy Penner, Cochrane, Alberta; Irene and Harold Wiebe, Neilburg, Saskatchewan; Marina and Larry Toews, Grafton, North Dakota; Marvin and Esther Penner, Linden, Alberta; 19 nieces and nephews; great nieces and nephews; and many friends.

Elma was predeceased by her parents, one sister and brother-in-law Sarah and Jake; one sister-in-law Glenda, and 2 great nieces.

Source: The Capital, Three Hills, Alberta
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Survivied by her Mother and daughters, Rosene Petersheim, at home, Verneda, wife of Paul Zook, Kinzers, Anna Mary and Veronica Petersheim, at home; sons, John Roy IV, and Isaac Petersheim, at home; a granddaughter, Kiana Zook; brothers, Isaac married to Julia Zook, Kinzers, Jonas married to Ruthie Zook, Womelsdorf, Solomon married to Fannie Zook, Honey Brook, Ivan married to Lois Zook, Bird-in-Hand, Paul married to Rhoda Zook, New Holland; sisters, Mary married to Ray Weaver, Stevens, Martha Zook, Honey Brook, Nancy married to Mark Kuepfer, Gettysburg, Fannie married to Jesse Beiler, Honey Brook. Mrs. Petersheim was preceded by her husband John, son Shawn Eugene Petersheim, and sisters-in-law, Anne Marie Zook and Ann Zook.

The funeral service was March 30, 2013, at Pequea Amish-Mennonite Church, Narvon, PA. Interment was in Summitview Christian Fellowship Cemetery, New Holland, PA.

Source: Intelligencer Journal Lancaster, PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

He was baptized in 1943 at Conestoga Mennonite Church and was a faithful servant there. He served as a trustee and Sunday School teacher, a member of the Buck Hollow Hunting Club Renovo, PA

Survived by his wife Susan and three children, Waneta married to Greg Freeman, Lewisville, NC, Jerald M. married to Freda (Mast) Petersheim, Morgantown, and Andrew married to Lois (Brubaker) Petersheim, Morgantown; 8 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are: two brothers, Elmer married to Ruth Hunsberger Petersheim, of Oley, Walter Petersheim of Elverson; two sisters, Martha Lantz of Morgantown, and Elizabeth married to Earl Martin of Ephrata.

He was preceded in death by two sisters, Ruth Good and Sara Burkholder, and one brother, Stephen Petersheim.

Funeral service was June 18,2013 at the Conestoga Mennonite Church, Morgantown, PA with Pastor Robert Petersheim officiating.

Source: Shivery Funeral Home,
Christiana & Paradise, PA
Submitted by: Leon Hertzler

Surviving are children, Travis & Christy Pickerill; Troy Pickerill; and Toby & Abby Pickerill; and siblings, Rod & Ginny Troyer; Trish & Larry McWain; and Lynn & Barbara Troyer.

Memorial services were held February 14, 2013 at Bellwood Mennonite Church, Milford, NE with burial in Blue Mound Cemetery, Milford, NE.

Submitted by: Pam Erb, Milford, NE
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

GOSHEN - John G. Plank, 83, died Wednesday night, Nov. 6, 2013, in his home after a short illness.

He was born Aug. 28, 1930, in Kokomo to George D. and Fannie (Hershberger) Plank.

He married Roberta N. Miller on Sept. 27, 1952, in Arthur, Ill.

She survives along with a daughter, Janet (Orus) Goppert of New Paris; two sons, Gary (Jan) Plank of Millersburg and Kevin (Sandi) Plank of Elkhart; four grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; three sisters, Ella Stutzman and Irma (Dannie) Diener, both of Arthur, and Sarah Plank of Goshen; and two brothers, David Plank of Kalona, Iowa, and Irvin Plank of Grabill.

He was preceded in death by an infant sister, Edna Mae Plank.

He did voluntary service in Moline, Ill.

A Goshen resident since 1971, Mr. Plank was the owner of 2000 Realty. He previously owned Smitty's Marina. Mr. Plank was a member of Clinton Frame Mennonite Church.

Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10, 2013, at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home and from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 11, 2013, at Clinton Frame Church. A 10:30 a.m. Monday funeral service will be conducted at Clinton Frame Mennonite Church. Pastors Terry Diener and Danny Yoder will officiate. Burial will follow in Violett Cemetery, Goshen.

Memorial contributions may be given to Goshen Home Care and Hospice or Clinton Frame Mennonite Church.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Nov. 8, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

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Plank, John G., 83, of Goshen, Elkhart Co., IN died November 6, 2013 at the same place after a short illness. He was born August 28, 1930 at Kokomo, Howard Co., IN to George D. and Fannie (Hershberger) Plank. On September 27, 1952 at Arthur, IL he was married to Roberta N. Miller, who survives.

Surviving are children, Janet (Orus) Goppert, Gary (Jan) Plank, and Kevin (Sandi) Plank, four grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and siblings, Ella Stutzman, Irma (Dannie) Diener, Sarah Plank, David Plank, and Irvin Plank.

A sister, Edna Mae Plank, preceded him in death.

He was the owner of 2000 Realty and previously owned Smitty's Marina.

Memorial services were held November 11, 2013 at Clinton Frame Mennonite Church, Goshen, IN with burial in Violett Cemetery Goshen IN.

Submitted by: Diane Lockwood, Goshen, IN
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Feb. 16, 1950 - Jan. 26, 2013

GOSHEN - Vernon S. Plank, 62, of Goshen, died at 1:42 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 26, 2013, at St. Joseph Medical Center, Mishawaka. He had been in failing health for the past four years.

He was born Feb. 16, 1950, in Plain City, Ohio, to Samuel J. and Katie (Kauffman) Plank. On Aug. 21, 1971, he married Darlene Cross; she survives.

Surviving also are sons Steven (Kari) Plank of Lewiston, Idaho, Matthew (Ruth) Plank of South Bend, Joshua Plank of Goshen and Luke Plank of Indianapolis; grandchildren Damen Neff, Savannah Neff, Cloe Plank, Asher Plank, Ella Plank and Josiah Plank; sister Clara Miller of Orfordville, Wis.; and brothers Eli (Katherine) Plank, Alfred (Rose) Plank and Sam Jr. (Connie) Plank, all of Plain City.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister and two brothers.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, at Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, 1003 S. Main St., Middlebury. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2013, at Forks Mennonite Church, Middlebury.

Memorials may be given to Miller-Stewart Funeral Home to assist with expenses.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Jan. 27, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin
& Leon Hertzler

Source: Arthur Graphic-Clarion
Arthur, IL - Feb. 26, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

GOSHEN - Ephraim Lamar Pletcher, 92, Goshen, died at 10 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, 2013, at Greencroft Healthcare.

He was born Oct. 16, 1921, in Elkhart to George and Myrtle (Bechtel) Pletcher.

He married Berdene Esther (Harter) Pletcher on Nov. 20, 1943. She died Dec. 20, 1996.

Surviving are six children, Stanley (Linda) Pletcher of New Paris, Roger (Lynn) Pletcher of Elkhart, Keith (Marian) Pletcher of Middlebury, Karen (Ken) Winklepleck of Burr Oak, Mich., Ronald (Susan) Pletcher of Goshen and Dennis Pletcher of Wakarusa; sister Rosie (Lowell) Lambright of Middlebury; brother Jerry (Maxine) Pletcher of Goshen; sister-in-law Ocella Pletcher of Elkhart; 47 grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren.

Preceding him in death were his wife; parents; brothers Morris (Lucille) Pletcher and Luke Pletcher; and a sister, Clara (Leon) Rupp.

Ephraim was a farmer and a member of Mount Joy Conservative Mennonite Church. He was on the MCC meat canning committee for many years.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2013, and from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 19, 2013, at Rieth-Rohrer-Ehret-Lienhart Funeral Home, 117 W. Waterford St., Wakarusa, and for one hour prior to the 10 a.m. service Friday, Dec. 20, 2013, at Olive Mennonite Church, 61081 C.R. 3, Elkhart. Pastor Ben Shirk and Pastor Paul Newcomer will officiate. Burial will be in Olive (West) Cemetery.

Memorials may be directed to Foreign Relief MCC Meat Canning. Online condolences may be sent at www.rrefh.com.

The Elkhart Truth, Elkhart, IN
Dec. 17, 2013
Submitted by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Surviving are children, Patricia Tiller, Samuel Powell III, Linda Sheets, and David Powell, eight grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and two brothers, Jacob Baer, Jr., Nelson Baer.

A sister, Esther Mabel Yoder preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held October 18, 2013 at Powhatan Mennonite Church, Powhatan, VA with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: David Powell, Waynesboro, VA
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin

Surviving are children, Jerilyn Wuertz, Connie (Ron) Tschetter, and Jim (Donnice) Preheim, 10 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and two brothers, Don (Eleanor) Kaufman, and Gene (Rae Karen) Kaufman.

Sisters, Loraine (Lloyd) Schrag, and Doris (Lester) Ries, and three siblings in infancy, preceded her in death.

Memorial services were held March 16, 2013 at Salem Mennonite Church, Freeman, SD with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Submitted by: Amy Waltner, Freeman, SD
Edited by: Thelma Hoover Martin