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2025
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Miller, Aden J.
February 27, 1944 - January 20, 2025
Aden J. Miller was born to Jonas E. and Amanda (Weaver) Miller on February 27, 1944, in Millersburg Ohio. After a period of declining health, he peacefully passed away on January 20, 2025 at the Holmes County Home, reaching the age of 80 years.
He grew up in Benton, Ohio getting his formal education at Berlin Public School. He married Barbara E. Hershberger on April 11,1964. To this union were born 5 children.
Dad spent most of his life in the cabinet business, measuring and selling cabinets for Schrocks of Walnut Creek and then later at Lumberjacks in Cuyahoga Falls.
He is survived by his children: Victor, Elkton VA (Patsy) Surprise, AZ; Sharon (Bert) Lehman, Orrville, OH; Philip (Deb), Jeromesville, OH; Devonn (Anna) Brooksville, MS; and Sheldon (Joannie) Wooster, OH. The children's mother Barbara Miller, Orrville, OH; 24 grandchildren; and 33 great grandchildren.
Siblings: Betty (James) Hershberger, Stuarts Draft VA; Marvin (Janice) Millersburg, OH; Katy (Roy) Yoder, Millersburg, OH; Ervin (Erma) New Holland PA; Frieda (Dan) Mast Millersburg, OH; foster sister Mary Jo (Mark) Collins, Ridgeway SC.
Calling hours will be Friday, January 24, 2025 from 2-4:00 pm and 6-8:00 pm at Rock of Ages Church. Funeral service will be held Saturday. January 25, 2025 10:30 am at Rock of Ages Church.
A special thanks to the Holmes County Home for the wonderful care they provided, and to Ohio's Hospice LifeCare for their assistance in his last days.
Spidell Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.
Miller, Amos J.
June 13, 1939 - March 17, 2025
Amos J. Miller, 85, of Shipshewana, died at 9:39 am, on Monday, March 17, [2025] at his residence. He was born on June 13, 1939, in Topeka, to John U. and Susan (Bontrager) Miller. On October 23, 1958, in Jamesport, MO, he married Susie Ann Miller, she died June 8, 1996; then on May 1, 1999, in Goshen, he married Betty Jean (Yoder) Wheeler, she died November 2, 2022.
Surviving are five children, Sarah Ann Miller of Maple Grove, MN, Jerry Ray Miller of Shipshewana, Linda Fern Kindrex of Wynne, AR, Sue Ellen (Troy) White of Nappanee, Amos Lavern (Beth) Miller of Elkhart; stepdaughter, Miriam Jean (Joey) Hefflinger of Molalla, OR; nine grandchildren, Liz, Kyle, Brittany, Jennifer, Alisa, Caleb, Kaden, Ean, and Milo; eight great-grandchildren, Colton, Makenna, Zoey, Alice, Havoc, Aidan, Arabell, and Annaleigh; three brothers, twin Andy S. (Brenda) Miller of Little Rock, AR, Johnny Jr. Miller of Vermontville, MI, Jonathon (Bridget) Miller of Monroe City.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Susie Ann Miller and second wife, Betty Jean Miller; parents; infant sister, Saloma Miller; two brothers, Ezra and Emanuel Miller.
Later in life after getting married, Susie and Amos helped a mission become a self-supporting church named Wasepi Mennonite Church in Michigan. When they moved to Indiana 13 years later, the church had 126 members. Amos was a member of Townline Mennonite Church. He was involved in the RV industry for 45 years. He loved camping and traveling. He hauled the Amish for 3 1/2 years after his first wife passed away. Amos never met a stranger and received many blessings by making people laugh. This in turn made him happy too.
Amos passed away peacefully as he was ready to go to heaven to meet his first wife Susie, his second wife Betty and many other loved ones.
Visitation will be from 1:00 - 4:00 pm and 5:00 - 7:00 pm on Friday, March 21 at Townline Mennonite Church, 2165 S. 1000 W., Shipshewana. There will also be one hour of visitation prior to the 11:00 am funeral service on Saturday, March 22 at the church. Services will be conducted by Pastor Dean Yoder.
Family and friends may gather later Saturday afternoon at 2:00 pm for a graveside service at Union Center Cemetery, 25409 CR 50, Nappanee. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to IAFR- Jonathan House at https://iafr.org/projects/jonathan-house. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury, is assisting the family with arrangements.
Miller, Arlene Clara Sonifrank
June 24, 1936 - January 1, 2025
Arlene Clara Miller, 88, of Fulks Run, VA passed away January 1, 2025 at her residence.
She was born June 24, 1936 in Criders, VA to the late George and Clara Crider Sonifrank.
Arlene had worked in the cafeteria at Fulks Run Elementary School. She was a member of Hebron Mennonite Church in Fulks Run.
On October 16, 1957 she married Robert “Bob” Miller, who survives.
Also surviving are three daughters, Sharon Bear and husband Donnie of Timberville, Ellen McPherson and husband Francis of Timberville, Donna Ott and husband Jeremy of Fulks Run; one brother, David Sonifrank of Singers Glen; two sisters, Lillie Lahman and Janet Thompson, both of Harrisonburg; 3 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren.
Arlene was preceded in death by eight siblings, Beulah Estep, Clifton Sonifrank, Oma Sonifrank, Nolan Sonifrank, Linden Sonifrank, Loretta Horst, Nona Kulp, and Carolyn Sonifrank.
Pastors Lane Turner and Mark Conley will conduct a graveside service 3:00 PM Saturday at Mtn. Grove Cemetery in Fulks Run.
Friends may view and sign the guestbook from 10 AM – 7 PM Friday (today), and 9 AM – 12 PM Saturday at Grandle Funeral Home in Broadway.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Broadway Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 666, Broadway, VA 22815.
Miller, Clarence E.
August 11, 1945 - January 4, 2025
Clarence E. Miller, 79, of LaGrange (district: 16), died on Saturday, January 4, [2025] at his residence unexpectedly. He was born on August 11, 1945, in LaGrange, to Ervin A. and Annie (Miller) Miller. On October 21, 1965, in LaGrange, he married Ella Miller, Ella died April 10, 1978. On March 20, 1979, in Shipshewana, he married Anna Marie Beechy, Anna died November 6, 2024.
Surviving are two sons, Floyd (Inez) Miller of Ligonier, Harley (Marsha) Miller of Topeka; three step-daughters, Esther (Chris) Bontrager of Ligonier, Lou Ida (Jonathan) Miller of Wolcottville, Irene (Joseph) Bontrager of LaGrange; 15 grandchildren; 23 step-grandchildren; 44 great-grandchildren; three brothers, Orva Miller of NY, Perry (Wilma) Miller of LaGrange, Leroy (Ada Mae) Miller of Dalton, WI; two sisters, Katie (Floyd) Miller of LaGrange, Erma (Freeman) Miller of Pardeeville, WI; two brothers-in-law, Eli (Ruby) Schrock of LaGrange, Dannie Miller of Lengby, MN.
He was preceded in death by his two wives; parents; four sisters, Mary Schrock, Lydia Mae Petersheim, Fannie Miller, LeAnna Miller; one step great-grandson.
He was a member of the Old Order Amish Church.
Visitation will be after 1:00 pm on Monday, January 6, and all-day Tuesday, January 7, at the Christy Miller residence: 3885 S 125 W, LaGrange. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Wednesday, January 8, at the same residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop David Bontrager and the home ministers. Burial will be in Sandhill Cemetery, LaGrange. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury, is assisting the family with arrangements.
Miller, Devon W.
October 10, 1964 - February 20, 2025
Devon W. Miller, age 60, of Nappanee, IN, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 12:28 pm at Elkhart General Hospital. Surrounded by his wife, children and dad, he was set free from a nine-month journey with cancer. Devon was born on October 10, 1964 in Elkhart, IN to Wayne W. and Martha (Kuhns) Miller. On May 8, 1985, Devon married Barbara Ann Bender in Bremen, IN.
She survives along with their children: Mari Jo (Lamar) Mullet, Leann (Matt) Bontrager, Vonda (Gary) Schmucker, Brian (Savannah) Miller, all of Nappanee, Matt (Sheila) Miller of New Paris, Myron (Eva) Miller of Nappanee, Laura (Arlin) Hochstetler of New Paris, Diane Miller at home, Marcus (Joyce) Miller of New Paris, Savannah (Special friend, Jerry Fry) Miller and Mikayla (Special friend Marcus Otto) Miller, both at home; 15 grandchildren; his father, Wayne Miller of Nappanee; and two sisters: Kristine (Mark) Hochstetler and Karen (Carl) Chupp, both of Nappanee.
Devon was preceded in death by his mother, Martha Miller; father-in-law, Floyd Bender; and sister-in-law, Marietta Bender.
Devon was a member of the Old Order Amish Church and a buggy builder for 45 years.
Visitation will be held after 1 pm on Saturday, February 22, 2025 and all day, Sunday, February 23, 2025 at the family residence (8879 N 900 W, Nappanee, IN 46550). A funeral service will be held at 9:30 am on Monday, February 24, 2025 at the Ryan Slabaugh residence (8903 N 800 W, Etna Green, IN 46524). Home Ministry of the Old Order Amish Church will officiate and burial will take place in Graber Cemetery, Etna Green, IN. Arrangements are with Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, IN.
Miller, Donald C.
February 10, 1936 - February 27, 2025
Donald C Miller died at 3:42 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 27, [[2025] at his home in Goshen, Indiana. He was born February 10, 1936, near Emma, Indiana the second child of Clyde J and Bertha (Leichty) Miller.
He lived most of his childhood years near Leo, Indiana, and graduated from Leo High School in 1954. He married Sylvia Steiner on September 5, 1959, in Goshen. They vowed upon their engagement: “together we will serve the Lord,” which they did for more than 63 years. Don humbly shared his heart, humor, and wisdom with others–even into his last days.
Don graduated from Goshen College and earned a master’s degree in mathematics education from the University of Wyoming. He taught math at Christopher Dock Mennonite High School (1963-67) in Pennsylvania; Eastern Mennonite College (1968-72) and Broadway High School (1972-79) in Virginia; and Westview High School (1979-80) and Bethany Christian High School (1980-94) in Indiana. In 1994 he began a new career as a certified nursing assistant at Greencroft, retiring in September 2024 at the age of 88. Don also served as a greeter with Rieth Rohrer Ehret Funeral Home until his death.
He was a member at Waterford Mennonite Church and actively involved in lay ministry roles at the churches he attended in Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Indiana. He served on various church committees, as a church elder, a Sunday school and Bible school teacher, a MYF sponsor, and in senior adult ministry.
He was predeceased by his wife Sylvia and two brothers, Harold and Garold. He is survived by special friend Christine Falcon, sons Kevin (Lorene), Carey (Joani), daughter Carla (chosen through adoption), and bonus daughter Christine (Glenn) Stutzman; grandchildren Ethan (Estephania) Miller, Sophie Miller, Morganne Gent, Jeb (Lauren) Gent, Ada (James) Gandek, Brandon (Lindsay) Stutzman, Bradley (Tiffany) Stutzman, and Brady (Andrea) Stutzman; Great-grandchildren Emilia, James, Levi, and Joseph Gent; Madison, Annaliese, Noelle, Maximus, Ephraim, and Mario Stutzman. He was also father to four foster children: Mark, Rhonda, Kimmy, and Timmy. He is additionally survived by three siblings: Forrest (Anne), Cliff, Diane (Vern) Heacock, sister-in-law Carol, and many in-laws, nieces, and nephews.
His cremated remains will be housed at Waterford Mennonite Church columbarium. Visitation will be at the church 3-6 p.m. Friday, March 7, and again one hour prior to the 11 a.m. memorial service on Saturday, March 8. The service, which will also be livestreamed (https://waterfordchurch.org/streaming/), will be followed by a meal and time of sharing.
The family suggests memorial contributions may be made to Bethany Christian Schools or Mennonite Central Committee.
Rieth Rohrer Ehret Funeral Home, Goshen, is handling arrangements.
Miller, Eldon W.
December 31, 1954 - March 5, 2025
Eldon W. Miller, 70, of Ligonier (district: 28), passed away in his buggy, from an apparent heart attack, at 9:43 am on Wednesday, March 5, [2025] just North of Topeka. He was born on December 31, 1954 in Yoder, KS, to William A. and Mary (Schrock) Miller. On June 3, 1976, in Topeka, he married Esther E. Yoder, she survives.
Survivors in addition to his wife are a daughter, Regina (Mark) Kramer of Topeka; two sons, Darrel (Lisa) Miller of LaGrange, Michael (Waneta) Miller of Ligonier; four grandchildren, Daryl Wayne, Derek Lynn, Kayla Diane, and Aaron Lee; five brothers, Enos Miller of Haven, KS, William (Edna) Miller of Topeka, Harry (Katie) Miller of Millersburg, Calvin (Katie) Miller of Topeka, David (Esther) Miller of Ligonier; three sisters, Wilma (Samuel) Bontrager of Rome City, Martha (Ernie) Bontrager of Topeka, Mary (Levi) Miller of Shipshewana.
He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Ora, Eli and Andrew Miller; two sisters, Gertie Yoder and Sara Beachy.
Eldon was an owner/operator of his own fencing business, Country Fencing, for 30 years. He was a member of the Old Order Amish Church.
Visitation will be after 1:00 pm on Thursday, March 6, and all day Friday, March 7, at the Ferman Miller residence, 8600 N. 700 W. Ligonier. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Saturday, March 8, at the same residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop Dean H. Miller and the home ministers. Burial will be in Hawpatch Cemetery, Topeka. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury is in charge of arrangements.
Miller, Esther E. Miller
January 18, 1943 - February 3, 2025
Esther E. Miller, 82, of Ligonier, (district: 27), died at 1:05 am on Monday, February 3, [2025] at her residence. She was born on January 18, 1943, in LaGrange, to Emanuel and Millie (Weaver) Miller. On January 10, 1963, she married Harley E. Miller, he survives.
Survivors in addition to her husband are three sons, Cletus (Erma) Miller, Ervin (JoAnna) Miller, Nathan (LuAnn) Miller all of Ligonier; two daughters, Betty (Perry) Miller, Arlene (Willis) Miller both of Ligonier; daughter-in-law, Martha (Phil) Lambright of Wolcottville; 45 grandchildren, 79 great-grandchildren; sister, Lizzie Ann (Martin) Yoder of LaGrange; three brothers, Emanuel Miller of LaGrange, Jonas (Ida) Miller of Topeka, Freeman Miller of Shipshewana; two sisters-in-law, Lydia Miller of Shipshewana, Carolyn Miller of LaGrange; brother-in-law, Alvin Miller of LaGrange.
She was preceded in death by her parents; two sons, Vernon and Andrew Miller; a daughter-in-law, Velda Miller; granddaughter, Melissa Miller; five brothers, Mervin, Perry, Melvin, Levi and Christy Miller; and a sister, Emma Miller.
Esther was a homemaker and a member of the Old Order Amish Church.
Visitation will be after 1:00 pm on Tuesday, February 4 and all-day Wednesday, February 5 at the family's residence, 7455 S. 400 W., Ligonier. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Thursday, February 6 also at the family's residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop Samuel Herschberger and the home ministers. Burial will be in Hawpatch Cemetery, Topeka. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury, is handling the arrangements.
Miller, Juanita Sue Bontrager
March 8, 1979 - January 1, 2025
Juanita Sue Miller, 45, of Wolcottville, (district: 23-4), died at 1:17 am on Wednesday, January 1, [2025] at Parkview LaGrange Hospital, after a battle with cancer. She was born on March 8, 1979, in LaGrange, to Daniel Jay and Frieda (Mast) Bontrager. On April 29, 1999, in Rome City, she married Dale Miller, he survives.
Survivors in addition to her husband are eight children, Jason Miller (special friend, Deborah Mast), Dannie Miller (special friend, LeAnna Bontrager), Aaron Miller (special friend, Kaylene Yoder), Kyle Miller (special friend, Jennifer Miller), Kara Miller (special friend, Orla Troyer), Keith Miller, Lisa Miller, and Luke Miller all at home; three sisters, Linda (Omer) Miller of Rome City, Marilyn (Wayne) Nisley of Millersburg, Jolene (Myron) Miller of Wawaka; brother, Duane Bontrager of Kendallville; brother-in-law, Jay (Charlene) Yoder of Wolcottville.
She was preceded in death by a sister, Kristina Yoder; and grandparents, Joe and Ida Mae Bontrager, Perry and Juanita Mast.
Juanita was a homemaker and a member of the Old Order Amish Church.
Visitation will be after 2:00 pm on Thursday, January 2 and all-day Friday, January 3 at the family's residence, 5305 E. 525 S., Wolcottville. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Saturday, January 4 also at the family's residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop Levi W. Bontrager and the home ministers. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery, LaGrange.
Miller, Katie Fern Shrock
January 18, 1966 - March 8, 2025
Katie Fern Miller, 59, of LaGrange (district: 14), died at 3:40 pm on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at her residence. She was born on January 18, 1966, in LaGrange, to Melvin and Edna Ellen (Miller) Shrock. On May 2, 1985, in LaGrange, she married Mervin E. Miller, he survives.
Survivors in addition to her husband are thirteen children, Mary Etta (Noah) Fry of Wolcottville, JoAnna (Devon) Hostetler of LaGrange, Marlin (Ruth Ann) Miller of LaGrange, Sara Fern (James) Whetstone of Topeka, Sharon Kay (Jonathan) Whetstone of LaGrange, Merle (Kathryn) Miller of LaGrange, Marion (Ruby) Miller of LaGrange, Melvin Dean (Wilma) Miller of LaGrange, Kenneth (Pauline) Miller of LaGrange, Timothy James (special friend Heidi Lehman) Miller, Lisa Sue Miller, Ruth Ellen Miller, Kathy Irene Miller all at home; 42 grandchildren; six sisters, Carolyn Mae (Levi) Schrock of Wolcottville, Mary Etta (Daniel) Bontrager of Markesan, WI, Ida Anna (Dewayne) Miller of Topeka, LuElla (Sherman) Miller of LaGrange, Ruby Amelia (Lonnie) Yoder of Shipshewana, Edna Ellen (Wyman) Miller of Middlebury; five brothers, Marvin (LeAnna) Shrock of LaGrange, Mervin (JoAnna) Shrock of LaGrange, Marion (Ruby) Shrock of LaGrange, Elmer (Emma) Shrock of LaGrange, Ernest (Esther) Shrock of LaGrange; brother-in-law, John Kuhns of LaGrange.
She was preceded in death by her parents; stepmother, Mary Esther Shrock; and a sister, Susie Irene Kuhns.
Katie was a homemaker and member of the Old Order Amish Church.
Visitation will be after 2:00 on Sunday, March 9, and all day Monday, March 10, at the family's residence, 2525 S. 050 W., LaGrange. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Tuesday, March 11, also at the family's residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop Eli P. Miller and the home ministers. Burial will be in Sandhill Cemetery, LaGrange.
Miller, Leona M.
September 8, 1980 - March 5, 2025
Leona M. Miller, 44, of rural Tuscola, Illinois passed away from complications from cancer at 8:18 PM on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, Illinois.
Visitation will be held any time after 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, March 8, 2025, and any time after 10:00 A.M. on Sunday, March 9, 2025 all Das Holz Haus. The Edwards Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.
Funeral services will be held at 9:00 AM on Monday, March 10, 2025, at Das Holz Haus Cabinet Shop, 573 N CR 325 E, rural Tuscola, Illinois. Bishop Larry Helmuth will officiate. Burial will follow in the Bear Creek Cemetery in rural Tuscola, Illinois.
Leona was born on September 8, 1980, the youngest daughter of Melvin Richard and Lydia Ann (Mast) Miller.
She is survived by her parents, Melvin and Lydia Miller of Tuscola IL: two brothers, Lynn Miller and his wife Gracia of Arthur IL, and Matthew Miller and his wife Kathryn of Tuscola IL; three sisters, Linda Yoder and her husband Mervin of Dixon MO, Jo Ann Miller and her husband Willis of Windsor MO, Janeen Schrock and her husband David of Pleasant Hill IL; 32 nieces and nephews, and 54 great-nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by a stillborn brother, Christian, a stillborn niece Hannah Grace Miller, and stillborn great-nephew, David Yoder.
Leona taught at three different parochial schools; Plain View School, Okaw Valley School and Bear Creek School, before going to work as a secretary for Diener Tax Services.
Leona was a member of the Old Order Amish Church.
Miller, Mary L. Yoder
September 8, 1931 - March 8, 2025
Mary L. Miller, 93, of Goshen (district: 73), died at 11:57 pm, on Saturday, March 8, [2025] at her residence. She was born on September 8, 1931, in Conway Springs, KS, to Levi M. and Gertrude (Yoder) Yoder. On September 6, 1951, in Topeka, she married Alvin E. Miller, he died November 10, 2023.
Surviving are two sons, Alva (Becky) Miller, Gilbert (Mary) Miller; four daughters, Etta Fern (Homer) Schwartz, Katie (Jacob) Lehman, Jewel (Kenneth) Bontrager, Darla (Maynard) Yoder, all of Goshen; 28 grandchildren; 99 great-grandchildren; 14 great-great grandchildren; sister, Gertie Christner of Shipshewana; sister-in-law, Lillian Yoder of Goshen.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; grandson, Kendall Miller; great-grandson, Isaiah Bontrager; four sisters, Anna Troyer, Polly Mast, Edna Troyer, and Sara Miller; four brothers, Samuel, Alvin, William "Bill", and Levi Yoder, Jr.
Mary was a homemaker and member of the Old Order Amish Church.
Visitation will be after 2:00 pm on Monday, March 10, and all-day Tuesday, March 11, at the Maynard Yoder residence: 15639 Cr 34 Goshen. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Wednesday, March 12, at the same residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop David Miller and the home ministers. Burial will be in Thomas Cemetery, Goshen. Miller-Stewart Funeral Home, Middlebury, is assisting the family with arrangements.
Miller, Mary Slabach
February 27, 1938 - January 24, 2025
Mary Miller, 86, of Topeka, (district: 32), died at 8:43 pm, on Friday, January 24, 2025 at her residence. She was born on February 27, 1938, in LaGrange County, to Ervin and Naomah (Miller) Slabach. On March 23, 1961 she married LeRoy P. Miller, he died March 6, 2023.
Surviving are three sons, Mervin (Kathern) Miller of Shipshewana, Vernon (Betty) Miller of Goshen, Richard (Waneta) Miller of Topeka; four daughters, Naomah (Omer) Miller of Topeka, IN, Clara (Dennis) Yoder of Middlebury, Lena (Wayne) Fry of Topeka, Joan (Larry) Hershberger of Topeka; son-in-law, Christy Jr. (Sara) Miller of Goshen; 46 grandchildren, 94 great-grandchildren; three sisters, her twin, Martha Raber of Shipshewana, Katie Alice Miller of Topeka, Lena (Howard) Stutzman of Middlebury; brother, Freeman (Edna) Slabach of Shipshewana; two sisters-in-law, Suzanna Slabach of FL, LaVerda Miller of Shipshewana.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; daughter, Martha Miller; great-grandson, Jordan Dale Lambright, and two brothers, Glen and Ervin Slabach, Jr.
She was a homemaker and member of the Old Order Amish Church.
Visitation will be after 2:00 pm on Saturday, January 25, all day Sunday, January 26, at Omer Miller residence, 4940 S. 675 W., Topeka. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Monday, January 27, at the same residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop Harley Fry and the home ministers. Burial will be in Meadowview Cemetery, Topeka.
Miller, Norman Jay
Nobember 17, 1948 - March 17, 2025
Norman Jay Miller, age 76 of Bourbon, IN, passed away at 10:22 pm on Monday night, March 17, 2025 at his residence after an extended illness. He was born on November 17, 1948 in Elkhart, IN to Irvin and Verna (Yoder) Miller.
At the age of 19, Norman was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis and courageously lived with the disease for over 50 years.
Norman was a member of Clay Street Church in Bourbon. He loved to sing and loved the Lord. Above all, he loved his family and especially doted on his many nieces and nephews.
Norman is survived by 5 siblings: Janice Miller of Bourbon, Nancy (Andy) Hostetler of Etna Green, IN, John (Esther) Miller of Bourbon, Galen (Rebecca) Miller of Bourbon, and Lynn Miller of Bourbon; 18 nieces and nephews; and many great nieces and nephews.
Norman was preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation will be held from 2-4 and 6-8 pm on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at Sandy Ridge Mennonite Church (3085 7th Rd, Bremen, IN 46506) and for one hour prior to a 10 am funeral service on Thursday, March 20, 2025, also at Sandy Ridge Mennonite Church. Pastors Scott Burkholder, Patrick Overholt, and David Raber of Clay Street Church will officiate and burial will take place in Berea Mennonite Church Cemetery, Nappanee, IN. Memorial contributions in Norman’s name can be given to Harmony Care Hospice.
Miller, Ora W.
November 6, 1935 - February 28, 2025
Ora W. Miller, 89, of Topeka, (district: 30), died at 1:50 pm, on Friday, February 28 [2025] at Parkview LaGrange Hospital. He was born on November 6, 1935, in Hutchinson, KS, to William A. and Mary (Schrock) Miller. On November 29, 1956, in Hutchinson, KS, he married Cathryn A. Yoder, she died July 23, 2015.
Surviving are three sons, William (Mary) Miller of Brodhead, WI, Laverne (Mary) Miller of Topeka, Leroy (Verda) Miller of Wolcottville; four daughters, Elsie Keim of Hutchinson, KS, Esther (Merle) Yoder of Lincoln, MO, Rosetta (Richard) Mast of Millersburg, Martha (Allen) Hostetler of Shreve, OH; two daughters-in-law, Dorothy Miller of Bloomfield, IA, Carol (Robert) Yoder of Goshen; 50 grandchildren, 61 great-grandchildren, four step grandchildren, 13 step great-grandchildren; six brothers, Enos Miller of Haven, KS, William (Edna) Miller of Topeka, Harry (Katie) Miller of Millersburg, Calvin (Katie) Miller, David (Esther) Miller both of Topeka, Eldon (Esther) Miller of Ligonier; three sisters, Wilma (Samuel) Bontrager of Rome City, Martha (Ernie) Bontrager of Topeka, Mary (Levi) Miller of Shipshewana.
He was preceded in death by his wife; parents; three sons, infant Jerry Wayne Miller, Eldon Miller, and Thomas Miller; son-in-law, David Keim; one grandson, two great-grandchildren; two brothers, Eli and Andrew Miller; two sisters, Gertie Yoder and Sara Beachey.
Ora was a farmer and a member of the Old Order Amish Church.
Visitation will be after 2:00 pm on Saturday, March 1 and all-day Sunday, March 2 at the family's residence, 5410 S. 675 W., Topeka. Funeral services will be at 9:30 am on Monday, March 3 also at the family's residence. Services will be conducted by Bishop David H. Miller and the home ministers. Burial will be in Hawpatch Cemetery, Topeka.
Miller, Robert Alan "Bob"
April 17, 1964 - February 3, 2025
Goshen - Robert “Bob” Alan Miller, 60, was unexpectedly welcomed into the arms of his Lord and Savior, on February 3, 2025, at his residence.
He was born, April 17, 1964, to Ora and Beverly (Stahley) Miller in Goshen, where he was a lifelong resident.
On July 20, 1985, Bob married the love of his life, Nora Lynn (Sibley) Miller, at Sugar Grove Church, Goshen. Bob had the softest heart, to know him was to love him. Bob would always greet you with a smile and never knew a stranger, and considered everyone to be a friend whether he knew you or not. Bob had the best laugh, and brought the brightest light to the darkest days.
Bob absolutely loved his cows, aka, his “midlife longhorn crisis”. Each of them was tame enough to eat out of his hand, an accomplishment he loved sharing with all who visited. The original “baby” of his herd whom he adored, was Annabelle. He loved taking his grandchildren to the barn or pasture to see them.
Bob loved fishing, and sharing his love for the sport with his grandchildren, although he didn’t consider fishing to be a sport, rather a time of relaxation and connection with the outdoors. Bob had the opportunity to take fishing trips to Lake Erie, and Lake Michigan.
Bob was a lifelong Notre Dame Fighting Irish and Chicago Bears fan, whom he was always rooting for, regardless of how faithfully they disappointed him.
Bob enjoyed sitting at the firepit or the top of the hill on their property to watch his cows, with his faithful Red Heeler, Reba at his side.
For 31 years, Bob and his family attended People’s Bible Church in Benton, where he served as an elder and youth leader. He also taught Bible studies and many Sunday school classes.
Along with his wife, Nora Lynn, they chaired a local 5k fundraiser for RETA, a pregnancy and family resource center in Elkhart. Bob was also a member of the Gideons International, where he was the chaplain for the Elkhart County South Camp, for 3 years.
Bob worked at View Rail in Goshen, the past two and half years, where he was the supervisor of the PIT CREW. He did not consider his colleagues employees, but friends. Prior to working at View Rail, he worked for Indiana Farm Bureau, for 4 years, where he enjoyed caring for his clients and forming close friendships with his coworkers.
A graduate of Fairfield High School in 1982, he earned his bachelor’s degree at Grace College, and continued his education at Indiana Wesleyan, receiving a master’s degree.
Bob returned to his alma mater, Fairfield High School and for 31 years taught Physical Education and weight lifting retiring in 2018. For 34 years, he coached track and football and considered each kid to be one of his own. Bob loved his school kids and led the football team to their first sectional championship in 2009. He was the all-time winningest football coach in school history with a record of 93 and 78. He had the privilege of obtaining 6 NECC conference titles. In track and field, Bob led the team to numerous conference championships and coached many state qualifying athletes, many of which went on to collegiate careers, and one who was in the olympic trials.
Bob is survived by his loving wife, Nora Lynn, and their children, Ashley (Tory) Vander Wey and Angela (Gary) Brooks, both of Goshen; both of which were his entire world. Also surviving are his precious grandchildren who he adored and spoiled to the best of his ability, Brayden, Rhett, Georgia, and McCoy Vander Wey, and Lenora Brooks, all of Goshen; three siblings, Tracy Zook, Dan (Lori) Miller and Dana (Karen) Miller; and a whole host of nieces and nephews.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation will be Friday, February 7, 2025 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. and 5 to 8 p.m. at Maple City Chapel. There will also be one hour of visitation Saturday, February 8, prior to the 11 a.m. funeral service also at Maple City Chapel. Pastor John Randolph will officiate.
Burial will follow at Rock Run Cemetery.
Memorial gifts in Bob’s honor can be directed to The Gideons or People’s Bible Church, designated for the building fund.
Yoder-Culp Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Miller, Sylvia L. Chupp
August 20, 1941 - March 12, 2025
Sylvia L (Chupp) Miller, 83 of Dalton, passed away peacefully, with her family by her side on Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at LifeCare Hospice in Wooster, OH after a short period of declining health. She was born on August 20, 1941 to Levi and Saloma (Miller) Chupp. On October 29, 1960 she married Mose J Miller, who survives. Sylvia was a member of Community Christian Fellowship in Fryburg. She served as minister’s wife for over 60 years. She was loved by her family and many friends and a favorite with her nieces and nephews. Her hobbies included doing puzzles and bird watching.
In addition to her husband of 64 years, she is survived by five daughters and two sons, Mary Ann Miller of Apple Creek, Linda (Joseph) Yoder of Coshocton, Rhoda (Bennie) Yoder of Athens, Stephen (Sarah) Miller of Berlin, PA, Loretta (Caleb) Hostetler of Dalton, Tim (Michelle) Miller of Berlin and Amy Miller of Apple Creek. Thirteen grandchildren, LaVern (Anita) Yoder, Joanna (Philip) Miller, Marlene (Daryl) Kauffman, Merlin Yoder, Kevin (Andrea) Yoder, Brian Yoder, Ruth (Jonathan) Miller, Lisa (Joseph) Miller, Michelle (Shannon) Kline, Michael Yoder, Kari Yoder, Caden (fiancé Zoe Miller) Miller, Camila Miller and twenty-nine great-grandchildren. Five sisters and two brothers, Anna (late Al) Miller of Wooster, Lydia (late Roy) Miller of Holmesville, Joe (Sheryl) Chupp of Fredericksburg, Mary Chupp of Fredericksburg, Fannie Chupp of Millmont, PA, Jake (Millie) Chupp of Holmesville, Malinda (Dan) Hostetler of Fredericksburg, sister-in-law Ella Chupp of Millersburg and family friend Anna Mae Martin of Mifflinburg, PA.
She was preceded in death by her parents, a daughter Ruth, brothers Eli (Verna), Henry and Ezra, sisters Elizabeth and Barbara Chupp.
Services will be held at Grace Church 5850 CR 77, Millersburg on Saturday, March 15 at 10:00 AM with Pastor Melvin Miller officiating. Friends may call at the church on Friday, March 14 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Burial to follow at the Fryburg Church Cemetery. A special thanks to family and friends for their visits, calls and gifts and the staff at LifeCare Hospice for their excellent care of Mom in her last days.
Miller Funeral Care of Walnut Creek 330-893-CARE.
Miller, Truman L.
August 20, 1923 - February 10, 2025
Truman L. Miller, 101, of Shipshewana, passed away peacefully at 11:05 pm on Monday, February 10, [2025] at Parkview Hospital, LaGrange. He was born on August 20, 1923, in LaGrange County, to John S. and Delcie (Miller) Miller. On June 5, 1943, in Shipshewana, he married Joyce I. Troyer, she survives.
Survivors in addition to his wife are two daughters, Janice (Ronald) Cline of LaGrange, Dianne O'Guin of LaGrange; five grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; two sisters, Vera Bontrager of Shipshewana, Ruby Weaver of New Bern, NC.
He was preceded in death by his parents; granddaughter, Tara Johnson; two sisters, Beulah Neff and Bernice Yoder; five brothers, Ernest, Payson, Howard, Orvan, and Mervin Miller.
Truman was a US Navy Veteran and served during WWII. After his time in the service, he became the owner/operator of Miller Construction, focusing on residential and commercial buildings for 50 years. He built, and was a project manager for, many area homes, churches, banks, and other commercial buildings. He volunteered with Habitat for Humanity assisting with building projects in the area and abroad in South America. In his free time, Truman enjoyed woodworking, restoring old tractors, and especially flying his airplane with his wife, Joyce.
Visitation will be from 4:00 - 7:00 pm on Friday, February 21, at Shore Church, 7235 W 100 N Shipshewana. A private burial service will be held prior to the 11:00 am funeral service on Saturday, February 22, at Shore Church. Services will be conducted by Pastor Nic Raber. Burial will be in Shore Cemetery, Shipshewana. Memorials may be given to Habitat for Humanity.
Mullet, Merlin S.
September 4, 1945 - March 9, 2025
Merlin S. Mullet, age 79 years, 6 months, and 5 days, of Etna Green, IN, died at 4:48 am on Sunday, March 9, 2025 at his residence. Merlin was born on September 4, 1945 in Bremen, IN to Stephen B. and Barbara (Chupp) Mullet. He lived in the Nappanee area his entire life and on October 24, 1968, Merlin married Mary Lou Helmuth in Bremen. Merlin was a member of the Old Order Amish Church.
He is survived by his wife of over 56 years, Mary Lou Mullet of Etna Green; 7 children: Sharon (Daniel) Chupp of Etna Green, Regina (Dave) Borkholder of Milford, IN, Floyd (Sandra) Mullet of Etna Green, Leon (Loretta) Mullet of Nappanee, Carol (Clarence) Miller of Bremen, Nora Mullet of Etna Green, and Loretta (Aaron) Burkholder of Nappanee; 30 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; 8 siblings: Fern Mullet of Bremen, Omer (Clara) Mullet of Etna Green, Allen Mullet of Plymouth, IN, Carol Mullet of Bremen, Paul Mullet of Leesburg, IN, Sue Ellen (John) Yoder of Nappanee, Rosemary Mullet of Bremen, and Steve Mullet of Elkhart, IN.
Merlin was preceded in death by his parents and 3 sisters-in-law: Anna Mae (Borkholder) Mullet, Rosemary (Hochstetler) Mullet, and Cammy (Dunnuck) Mullet.
Visitation will be held at the family residence (8535 N 700 W Etna Green, IN 46524) after 2 pm on Monday, March 10, 2025 and all-day Tuesday, March 11, 2025. A funeral service will be held at 9:30 am on Wednesday morning, March 12, 2025 at the Ryan Slabaugh residence (8903 N 800 W, Etna Green, IN 46524). Home Ministries of the Old Order Amish Church will officiate and burial will take place in Graber Cemetery, Etna Green. Arrangements are with Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Homes.
Musser, Margaret S. Metzler
April 30, 1938 - January 24, 2025
Margaret S. Metzler Musser, 86, of Bethel, PA , loving wife of Paul G Musser passed away peacefully at Good Samaritan Hospital on Friday, January 24, 2025. They were looking forward to celebrating 61 years of marriage on March 28th.
Born in Lancaster, PA on April 30, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Abram L. and Jennie E. Snavely Metzler.
She was a member of Shirksville Mennonite Church. She will be remembered for her love for the Lord, her family and friends. She immensely enjoyed gathering together her family or friends and showering them with her love and care. She loved to go to a party or simply share a cup of coffee together. She held a very special spot in the hearts of each of her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was also known by the children at church as the ‘Candy Lady’ for many years. To have known Marge, is to have known a very loving woman.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by children: Dennis (Lora) Musser of Landingville, Karen (David) Kreider of Newmanstown, Terry (Loretta) Musser of Salem, Ohio, Kathy (Roland) Good of New Hamburg, Ontario and Krista (Kirby) Martin of York Springs. 21 grandchildren and 3 great grandsons.
Sisters: Janet (Melvin) Diem of Shippensburg, Anna Mae (Nelson) Martin of Litiz, Rachel (Michael) Schwartz of Reading, and Jane (Donald) Valentine of Orrtanna.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 31, 2025, at 10:00 am at the Fairview Reception Center 141 Jackson Rd. Lebanon, PA 17042. Viewing will be on Thursday, January 30, 2025, from 2 pm to 4 pm and 6 pm to 8 pm at Fairview Reception Center. Interment will follow the service at Shirksville Mennonite Church, 605 Shirksville Rd. Lebanon.
Myers, Leona Rhodes
October 19, 1933 - January 17, 2025
Leona Myers, 91, of Rockingham, passed away on Friday, January 17, 2025 at Sentara RMH Medical Center.
Leona was born on October 19, 1933, the daughter of the late Jesse Reuben Rhodes and Arbelia Roberta (Hildebrand) Rhodes.
She was united in marriage on June 28, 1951, to Richard W. Myers for 73+ years, who survives. Leona owned Myers Beauty Salon and worked for 60+ years before retiring. She was an active member of Dayton Church of the Brethren.
Leona is also survived by children, Bob Myers, Cheryl (Mick) Gilliam; brother, Jay Rhodes; sister, Shirley Driver; grandchildren, Adam (Amanda) Myers, Evan (Katie) Myers, Sherry (James) Painter; seven great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by seven siblings and daughter-in-law, Jane Myers.
A service celebrating Leona's life will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at Dayton Church of the Brethren with Pastor Kevin Daggett officiating. Burial will be private.
Friends and family may visit Johnson Funeral & Cremation Service in Bridgewater on Tuesday, Jan 21st from 10 AM - 5 PM to sign the book and pay their respects.