Nancy Wenger, 86, of Ephrata, passed away at Hospice and Community Care in Mount Joy on Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018.

She was born on July 24, 1932, in Ephrata, to the late Joel E. Herman and Mary (Behmer) Herman. Nancy married the love of her life, Luke W. Wenger, in August of 1948. They just celebrated 70 years of marriage.

Nancy was a loving mother and babysitter to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She loved spending time at the beach and in the mountains of Potter County.

Nancy is survived by a daughter: Mary Ann O’Brien of Ephrata; and a son: Bruce Dale Wenger of Cody, Wyo. Also surviving are four grandchildren: Ronald Wenger, Bradley O’Brien, Jessica Barnhart, and Tara Rice; and five great-grandchildren: Emma and Sydney Wenger, Nathan Barnhart, and Kaitlyn and Tyler Rice. She is also survived by one sister: Patsy Herman, wife of George Dosch.

Besides her parents, Nancy was preceded in death by her sons: Randy and Michael; and nine siblings.

Friends are invited to gather at Paul L. Gravenor Home for Funerals, 100 W. Main St., Ephrata, on Thursday, Oct. 4, for a visitation from 10 to 11 a.m., with a funeral service beginning at 11 a.m. Interment will take place at Rothsville Lutheran Cemetery, 36 Church St., Lititz, following the service.

In place of flowers, consider a memorial donation to Hospice and Community Care of Lancaster County at hospiceandcommunitycare.org/donate.

To leave condolences, visit gravenorhomeforfunerals.com. Paul L. Gravenor Home for Funerals, Ephrata, handled the arrangements.

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Robert P. Herman Sr., 61, formerly of Lititz, passed away Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018 at Hershey Medical Center after a pedestrian accident in Harrisburg.

Born in Ephrata, he was a son of the late Henry and Pauline (Sweigart) Herman. Married for 32 years, Robert was the devoted husband of Carla J. (McMaster) Herman.

Robert was fun-loving, outgoing, and full of stories. He could talk to anyone. He worked as a boat builder for several years at the former Ski Craft company in New Holland. He enjoyed mechanics, working on lawn mowers and tinkering with just about anything. He was an avid hunter and thoroughly enjoyed an evening deer spotting. Robert was a micro sprint racing fan and watched WWE Wrestling. He also supported the local wrestling league, Atomic Championship Wrestling, where his son is a participant. Robert will be remembered for his kind-hearted spirit, he was the type of person who would help anyone.

In addition to his wife, Robert is survived by two sons: Robert P. Herman Jr. and William Herman; a grandson: Simon A. Herman; sister: Janet Martin, wife of Nathan, of Lebanon; two brothers: Barry Herman, husband of Deb, of Ephrata; and Scott Herman, and girlfriend Sandy Clark, of Ephrata; and a half-brother: Dennis M. Bair, of Ephrata.

Services are private, arranged by Good Sipler Funeral & Cremation Centre, of Reamstown. Condolences may be posted at goodfuneral.com.

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Betty D. Richmond, 92, of Lititz, died peacefully on Oct. 2 at Luthercare at Luther Acres, Lititz. Betty was an artist all her life, including scrapbooking, photography, and painting. She loved to sing, and was part of the choir at the Pearl Street United Methodist Church for many years. A stepdaughter, Marilyn (Barry) Erb, resides in Ephrata.

Carol Ann Snyder, 65, of Hamburg, went to be with the Lord Oct. 7 from the Laurel Center, after her battle with ALS. Carol worked as a traveling LPN, from Maine to New Mexico, along with her cat that she loved very much. Carol was also a travel agent in her free time. She loved collecting items from the places she traveled to. In her free time she also loved doing her arts and crafts, baking, and photography. She was also a fan of Elvis Presley. Her brother, John Snyder, lives in Reamstown.

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Steven R. Messner, 61, of Stevens, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2018.

Born in Lancaster, he was the son of Elmer and Mabel (Good) Messner. He resided in Stevens with his loving companion of 25 years, Sharon A. Getz.

Steven enjoyed riding his motorcycles and he had an incredible knack for working on and restoring cars. He could keep just about any car on the road. Steven worked at Pepperidge Farms for 25 years. He was a talented guitarist, playing the acoustic, electric and bass guitar. He was hardworking and cared greatly for his friends, his family, and his dog.

In addition to his companion: Sharon, Steven is survived by Sharon’s daughter: Sondra (Nillo) Makkonen, who he loved as his own, of Hatboro; and three sisters: twins, Maxine Wehling and Eileen Easterday, and Joanne O’Neil.

Services are respectfully private. His final resting place will be Center Union, East Earl.

Arrangements by Good Sipler Funeral & Cremation Centre, of Reamstown. Condolences may be posted at goodfuneral.com.

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John F. Hilton, 68, formerly of Adamstown, passed away early Monday morning, Oct. 8, 2018 at The Gardens of Stevens skilled nursing facility.

Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Robert W. and S. Helen (Boldt) Hilton.

John had worked in manufacturing at Dorma in Reamstown. For many years he served as Fire Police for the Stevens Fire Company and participated in all the fire company events. He was also a Lancaster Barnstormers fan and enjoyed going to baseball games.

John is survived by two sons: Shawn Hilton; and Shannon Hilton, husband of Angie, all of Denver; three grandchildren: and five siblings: Robert R. Hilton of Woodbridge Va.; Joy C. Texter of Reading; his twin, Leonard E. Hilton, husband of Sharon, of Stevens; Susan J. Devert, wife of James, of Rexmont; and James D. Hilton of Exeter.

He was predeceased by a brother-in-law: Harvey L. Texter.

A viewing will be held Saturday, Oct. 13 from 10 to 11 a.m;. and the funeral service will begin at 11 a.m. in Good Sipler Funeral & Cremation Centre, Inc., 34-38 N. Reamstown Road, Reamstown. Revered C. Michael Roney will officiate.

In lieu of flowers, contributions should be made to Stevens Fire Company, 91 Stevens Road, Stevens, PA 17578.

Online condolences may be posted at goodfuneral.com. Arrangements by Good Sipler Funeral & Cremation Centre, Reamstown.

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Larry E. Musser, 75, of Hamburg, passed away on Saturday afternoon, Oct. 6, 2018, in his residence after a courageous 11-month battle with lung and colon cancer.

Born in Denver (Red Run), on June 19, 1943, he was a son of the late Dorothy M. (Buohl) Musser.

He was a 1961 graduate of Ephrata High School, where he was senior class president, and attended Millersville University.

Larry was a member of Bethany United Methodist Church, Hamburg and the Hamburg Rotary from 1973 to 1983. He enjoyed working outside and took a great deal of pride in his garden and yard. Larry loved all children. He especially looked forward to spending time with his grandchildren.

Larry was in the propane gas business for over 42 years. He worked at several gas companies, including: Nissley Bottled Gas, Inc., Ephrata, where he started his career in the industry; Suburban Propane, Lenhartsville, where he was a district manager and also, an instructor at their training facility in Charlotte, N.C.; Penn Fuel Gas, Inc., Oxford, where he was vice-president of the propane division; Coast Energy, where he was the manager of the NGL East Marketing; and Plains Marketing, where he worked in the sales division and from where he retired in 2005. He was president of the Pennsylvania Propane Gas Association from June 1994 to July 1996. Larry was admired by his colleagues for his extensive knowledge of his profession. He was also a part-time locksmith for many years.

In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by a son: Mark Christopher Musser on June 13, 1983; sisters: Nancy Lesher, Patricia Clark, and Kathryn “Kay” Croft; and nephew: Brent Hertzog.

Larry is survived by his wife: Lorna (Weik), to whom he celebrated 55 years of marriage on July 6; daughter: Meredith Bixler, wife of Terry, of Hamburg; grandchildren: Cole Bixler, fiancé of April Allen, of Richmond, Ky.; Alexis Bixler, of Hamburg; great-granddaughters: Grace and Joanna; sisters: Janet Martin, widow of Robert; Doris Kuhns, wife of Paul; and Donna Bowman, widow of Gerald, all of Ephrata; many nieces and nephews; several grand-nieces and nephews; and his Mexican daughter: Gabriela Becerril, who first came into Larry’s family’s life as an exchange student in 1981, and had returned many times to visit with her American family.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Oct. 13, at 10 a.m. at The Bridge Church, 3561 Old 22, Hamburg. A viewing will be held in the church on Friday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. and on Saturday morning from 9 a.m. until the time of service. Interment will follow in Mellingers Cemetery, Schoeneck.

Lord-Bixler Funeral Home, Pottsville, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at lordbixler.com.

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Ann L. Sauder, 80, formerly of Ephrata, died Monday, Oct. 1, 2018, at her home in Brethren Village, Lititz. She had been diagnosed with cancer and was under hospice care.

Born in Bowmansville to the late Elmer and Marjorie (Hagy) Bauman, she was the wife of Lester C. Sauder, with whom she shared 60 years of marriage.

Ann was an active member of Ephrata Church of the Brethren and a longtime volunteer in the church kitchen. She also enjoyed volunteering with Tabor Community Services, Meals on Wheels and Ephrata Manor. She was an amateur artist and especially loved to paint. She also loved gardening and was a proud grandmother.

Ann worked in the office of the former Bauman Lumber Company of Ephrata and for the Ephrata Area School District as an elementary and high school cafeteria worker and food services bookkeeper for the district. She attended Lancaster Mennonite School.

Surviving in addition to her husband are a son: Rick L., husband of Marylee Sauder; a daughter: Lisa A., wife of Joe Faltine; three granddaughters: Nicole L. Sauder, Maria A. Sauder, and Emma G. Faltine; and two siblings: Mary Jane Martin and John Bauman.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three siblings: Eugene Bauman, Dorothy Hutson and Chester Bauman.

Services were held Oct. 8 at Ephrata Church of the Brethren,, with Pastor Rob Eshelman officiating. Private interment will take place in the Mohler Brethren Church Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Ann’s memory may be made to Tabor Community Services, by mail at P.O. Box 1676, Lancaster, PA 17608-1676, or online at tabornet.org/donations.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Akron/Ephrata. Online condolences may be offered at stradlingfuneralhome.com.

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Randall L. Redcay, 62, of Reading, passed away on Sept. 30, 2018 after years of battling addiction.

Born in Ephrata, he was the son of Ruth M. Redcay of Ephrata and the late Amos N. Redcay.

Besides his mother, he is survived by five sisters: Mary Ann Ruth, Carlisle; Karen Musser (Brian), Narvon; Bonnie Weber (Skip), Reading; Marcy Whiteman (Rich), Todd; and Amy Weaver (Dennis), Ephrata; 15 nephews and nieces; and 15 great-nephews and nieces.

He was preceded in death by his father: Amos Redcay; and a sister: Kathy Redcay.

Randy attended Twin Valley High School and graduated from Lancaster Mennonite School in 1974. Randy worked as a stone mason for most of his life and loved sharing stories about working with his dad and uncles. He was a sports enthusiast and spent many years pitching for various fast pitch softball leagues in both Berks and Lancaster counties.

Randy loved to make people laugh and had an uncanny way of telling jokes. He was quite the storyteller, and would talk to anyone who had a listening ear. He loved people and always had nice things to say about everyone. He was extremely generous and was always willing to give someone his last dollar.

Services were held Oct. 7 at Conestoga Mennonite Church, Morgantown, followed by a memorial service at 5 p.m. A private burial will be held at Conestoga Mennonite Cemetery.

Anyone wishing may make a contribution in Randy’s memory to Revelations of Freedom Ministries at rofm.org.

To leave the family online condolences, visit groffeckenroth.com. Arrangements by Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill.

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Daniel J. Long, 26, of Ephrata, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2018, from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident.

He was born in Ephrata to Kristina M. Long of Ephrata.

Dan was a 2011 graduate of Ephrata High School. He had worked at Country Lane Gazebos, New Holland. Dan was a talented and passionate photographer. He also enjoyed the outdoors, camping, and hiking. He was a vibrant, positive, optimistic friend to everyone. He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his grandmother: Henrietta Long of Ephrata; and an uncle and aunt: Joseph, wife of Michele Long of Oregon.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather: Joseph A. Long.

A memorial service will be held, Saturday, Oct. 20, at 10 a.m., at Worship Center, 2384 New Holland Pike, Lancaster, followed by a reception.

Memorial contributions in Daniel’s memory may be made to Children’s Miracle Network, Penn State Children’s Hospital, P.O. Box 855, 500 University Drive, Hershey, PA, 17033.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Akron/Ephrata. Online condolences can be given at stradlingfuneralhome.com.

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Robert Neil Gruber, 69, of Ephrata passed away on Oct. 4, 2018.

He was a retired employee of CNH Industrial.

Surviving is his wife: Kathleen; sons: Matthew, Mark and Michael; and seven grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Oct. 9 at the Hoover Funeral Home & Crematory Hershey. Private interment will be at Hershey Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, send contributions to the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania, P.O. Box 125, Strasburg PA 17579.

Visit hooverfuneralhome.com to share condolences with the family. Arrangements by Hoover Funeral Home & Crematory Hershey.

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Richard E. Buch, 72, of Akron, passed away on Monday, Oct. 1, 2018, at WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital.

He was born in Ephrata to the late Roy H. and Viola M. (Esbenshade) Buch, and was the husband of Kathryn “Kathy” E. (Martin) Buch, with whom he celebrated 52 years of marriage on Sept. 10.

Richard was a loving husband, father, grandfather and mentor. He was a pastor of Metzler Mennonite Church for 46 years, during which time he also worked for the family business, Roy H. Buch, Inc and for Paul B.’s. After retirement he worked for Brickerville Electric and the Friendship Community.

He enjoyed fishing, hunting, reading scripture and attending his grandchildren’s sporting events. He also enjoyed working with his hands and spending time at his cabin. He always had a great sense of humor.

In addition to his wife, Richard is survived by four children: Jeff, husband of Jenette Buch; Jonathan, husband of Kendra Buch; Tim, husband of Jen Buch; and Kris Buch; three grandchildren: Tisha, Lauren and Jordan; a sister: Janet, wife of Dave Good of Ohio; and a brother, Roy E., husband of Marlene Buch of Ephrata.

Services were held Oct. 5 at the Metzler Mennonite Church, Ephrata, with Pastor Nevin Horning officiating. Interment will take place in the Metzler Mennonite Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Richard’s memory may be made to Metzler Mennonite Church, 515 W Metzler Road, Ephrata, PA 17522; or Global Disciples, 315 W. James St., #202, Lancaster, PA, 17603.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Akron/Ephrata. Online condolences can be given at stradlingfuneralhome.com.

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Joyce Arthur Kurtz, 83, of Elizabethtown, passed away Oct. 5 at the Masonic Health Care Center. She graduated from New Holland High School in 1952. Joyce worked for 25 years in the hospitality industry. She retired as resident manager of a high-rise apartment building in Honolulu in 2005. She moved to Masonic Village in Elizabethtown in 2015, where she enjoyed volunteering and playing cards and dominos with her friends. A son, Terry Kurtz, husband of Terry Bigler, lives in Ephrata.

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Carl J. Buch, 78, of Manheim, formerly of Akron, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018, at Mt. Hope Nazarene Retirement Community.

He was born in West Earl Township to the late Arthur F. and Mary G. (Auker) Buch.

He was baptized in August 1953 at Ephrata Mennonite Church.

Carl worked for E.A.R.S. before retirement.

Carl is survived by a brother: Eugene W. Buch; and a sister: Dorothy Mae, wife of Lester B. Boll of Lititz.

A viewing will be held on Friday, Oct. 19, from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. at the Metzler Mennonite Church, 515 W. Metzler Road, Ephrata, followed by funeral services at 11 a.m. with ministers Stanley Wine and David Buch officiating. Interment will take place in the adjoining church cemetery.

Kindly omit flowers. If desired, memorial contributions in Carl’s’ memory may be made to Mt. Hope Nazarene Retirement Home, 3026 Mt. Hope Home Road, Manheim, PA, 17545.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Akron/Ephrata. Online condolences can be given at stradlingfuneralhome.com.

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Jefferson J. “Jeff” Zoller, 93, of Lititz, died peacefully on Thursday, Oct. 11, 2018 at Maple Farm, Akron.

Born in Earl Township, he was the son of the late William K. and Dora Ludwig Zoller. Jeff was the loving husband of the late Miriam Snavely Zoller, who died in July of 2014.

For over 40 years Jeff worked for the Ephrata Manufacturing Company. He was a member of Brunnerville United Methodist Church. His interests included vegetable gardening, traveling, and collecting old farm machinery.

Jeff is survived by three nieces and three nephews.

Preceding him in death is a son: Paul Harvey Zoller; and four brothers: John, George, Roy, and Clayton Zoller.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Jeff’s graveside service at the Brunnerville United Methodist Cemetery, Pine Hill Road, Lititz, on Friday, Oct. 19, at 3 p.m.

To place a condolence online, visit BuchFuneral.com. Buch Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Lititz, handled the arrangements.

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Dorothy Erb, 91, of Ephrata, passed away on Friday, Oct. 12, 2018, at home.

She was born in East Earl Township to the late Samuel and Mary (Burkholder) Zimmerman, and was the wife of Edwin G. Erb, with whom she shared 72 years of marriage.

She was a member of Ephrata Church of the Brethren. In her early years she worked at the luncheonette at Walter W. Moyer Co., Hestico, and the Shopping News. She was also was in a bowling league sponsored by Harold E. Miley Funeral Home.

In addition to her husband, Dorothy is survived by two daughters: Judith, wife of Earl Redcay; and Deborah Hartl, both of Ephrata; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; two brothers, Glenn and Harlan Zimmerman; and a son-in-law: Tom, husband of Beatrice Tierney Stradling.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter: Janice Stradling.

A viewing will be held on Thursday, Oct. 18, from 9 to 10 a.m., at the Ephrata Church of the Brethren, 201 Crescent Ave., Ephrata, followed by funeral services at 10 a.m., with Pastor Rob Eshelman officiating. Interment will take place in the Groffdale Mennonite Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Dorothy’s memory may be made to Ephrata Church of the Brethren, Deacon Fund, 201 Crescent Ave., Ephrata, PA, 17522.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Akron/Ephrata. Online condolences may be posted to stradlingfuneralhome.com.

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Ardelle M. (Rathman) Moyer, 87, of Ephrata, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2018 at Ephrata Manor.

Born in Reamstown, Ardelle was a daughter of the late D. Weidler and Irene (Stricker) Rathman. She shared 62 years of marriage with Paul E. Moyer, who died in 2012.

Ardelle formerly worked in textiles at Cinderella and Moyer’s, and in the stockroom at Doneckers. She was a member of the Salem Evangelical & Reformed Church in Reamstown, a graduate of East Cocalico High School, Class of ‘49 and participated in alumni activities. An avid Phillies fan, she enjoyed watching baseball, playing cards, and spending time with her family.

Ardelle is survived by three children: Kerry (Cindy Garner) Moyer of Ephrata, Kathi Moyer of Ephrata; Kelly (Lisa Horning) Moyer of Ephrata; six grandchildren: Matthew, Megan, Tim, Jonathan, Josiah, and Hannah; and four great-grandchildren: Micah, Reid, Claire, and Brielle.

In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by two sisters: C. Virginia Wenger and S. Isabel Young.

Services were held Oct. 16 at Good Sipler Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, Reamstown. Interment was in Salem Union Cemetery, Reamstown.

Contributions in Ardelle’s memory are suggested to Hospice & Community Care, P.O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604 ;or hospiceconnect.org/give.

Post condolences at goodfuneral.com. Arrangements by Good Sipler Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, Reamstown.

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Elmer H. Hirneisen, 102, of Ephrata, formerly of Stevens, passed away on Monday, Oct. 8, 2018, at Keystone Villa.

He was born in West Cocalico Township to the late Barton L. and Alice (Henly) Hirneisen, and was the husband of the late Helen S. (Steely) Hirneisen with whom he shared 77 years of marriage prior to her passing in 2016.

He was a member of Mellingers Evangelical Lutheran Church, and A.A.R.P. Elmer retired after seven years of working for Fleetaire Corp. in Ephrata. Prior to that he worked for A.O. Smith of Leola for 18 years. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II.

Elmer is survived by two daughters: Lorraine, wife of David Eberly of Ephrata; and Janet Hirneisen of New Holland; seven grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents and wife, Elmer was preceded in death by a son: Kenneth B. Hirneisen; a granddaughter: Julia Hirneisen; and two brothers: Leon H. and Chester Hirneisen.

The family would like to thank the staff at Keystone Villa, Ephrata, and Hospice and Community Care, Lancaster, for the care Elmer received.

Services were held Oct. 13 at Mellingers Evangelical Lutheran Church, Stevens, with Pastor Timothy Craven officiating. Interment was in the Mellingers Union Cemetery.

If desired, memorial contributions in Elmer’s memory may be made to Mellingers Evangelical Lutheran Church, 80 Gockley Road, Stevens, PA 17578.

Arrangements by Roseboro Stradling Funeral & Cremation Services, Denver. Online condolences can be given at roseborostradling.com.

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Geraldine “Gerry” L. Shuey, 81, of Manheim, formerly of North Maple Street, Ephrata, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2018, at Pleasant View Retirement Community.

She was born in Hopeland to the late Paul M. and Violet U. (Erwin) Enck, and was the wife of John H. Shuey, with whom she celebrated 63 years of marriage this past June.

She was a lifelong member of Hopeland United Methodist Church, where she was a lay leader, former Sunday school teacher, and taught the young married women’s Bible study. She was also a member and past president of Ephrata Christian Women’s Club and a member of Stonecroft Ministries.

Gerry was a homemaker. She enjoyed knitting and crocheting, spending time with her grandchildren and visiting their cabin in Potter County.

In addition to her husband, Gerry is survived by four children: Kathy A., wife of Bryan Neff of Coudersport; Kerry L., husband of Patti Shuey of Denver; Krista L., wife of Michael Wee of Manheim; Kim N., wife of David Miller of Palmyra; 10 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; a brother: Paul R., husband of Priscilla Enck; and a sister: Pauletta, wife of Terry Engleman.

The family would like to thank the staff at Pleasant View for their kind and compassionate care.

Services were held Oct. 13 at Hopeland United Methodist Church, Lititz, with Pastor Jody Sambrick officiating. Interment took place in the Hopeland Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Gerry’s memory may be made to Pleasant View Retirement Community Benevolent Fund, 544 N. Penryn Road, Manheim, PA, 17545.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Akron/Ephrata. Online condolences can be shared at stradlingfuneralhome.com.

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Robert D. “Bob” Grant, 92, of Coudersport, formerly of Denver, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2018, in UPMC Cole, Coudersport.

Born on Feb. 19, 1926 in Ephrata, he was a son of Earl Eugene Sr. and Helen Dundore Grant. On Sept. 15, 1951 in the Reformed Church in Denver, he married Pauline Sweigart, who passed away on Aug. 25, 2012.

At the age 8 or 9, Bob worked in his father’s ice plant, earning 75 cents a week and later he worked on his grandfather’s farm in Gouglersville during the summer.

He attended Reamstown School and later earned his GED. Bob enlisted in the U.S. Navy at the age of 17, serving on the USS New Orleans, a heavy cruiser, sailing in the South Pacific, from Feb. 9, 1944 to April 18, 1946.

After the War, upon returning home in 1946, he earned his pilot’s license. After his service to his country, Bob was again employed by his father in the excavating business. Later he established the Bob Grant Well Drilling & Water Systems in Denver, retiring in the early 1990s. After retiring from his business, Bob was not one to sit. He worked with a building construction company, worked at Chemlawn, and also was employed by a cable provider subcontractor installing cable TV. He also worked as a driver for Ezra Bieler in Lancaster County.

Bob was a life member of the VFW. In 1960, Bob became a mason at Ephrata Lodge #665 F. & A.M. and later in 1960 joined the Lodge of Perfection in Lancaster. In 1961 he joined the Raja Shrine in Reading where he was a Shrine clown. In 1961 Bob began serving on the Denver Borough Council where he served for two four-year terms.

Surviving are his daughter: Pat Northeimer of Coudersport; a grandson: John Wesley Northeimer of Coudersport; a great-granddaughter: Makenzie B. Northeimer of Coudersport; a brother: James (Thelma) Grant; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents and wife, Bob was predeceased by two brothers: Kenneth Grant and Earl Grant Jr.; along with his wife: Veona.

Family and friends may call from 10 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, at St. John’s United Church of Christ, 659 S. Fourth St., Denver, where a memorial service will follow at 11 a.m. Burial will be in Pleasant Valley Cemetery, Sinking Spring. A time of fellowship and a luncheon will follow the services at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Bob’s name may be made to the American Cancer Society; to Shriners Hospital for Children, 1645 W. 8th St., Erie, PA 16505; or to the Masonic Village at Elizabethtown, 1 Masonic Drive, Elizabethtown, PA 17022.

Bob’s family has entrusted his care to Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse. To express condolences or share a fond memory of Bob, visit virgillhowardfuneralhome.com.

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Jack Stauffer went to be with Our Lord on Oct. 14, 2018 surrounded by his family; he was at his home under the care of his family and Hospice.

Jack was born on Dec. 24, 1926 in Ephrata to Aaron O. and Leah (Sensenig) Stauffer.

At age two, Jack’s mother became ill and he went to live with an Old Order Mennonite family who drove horse and buggy. Jack attended a one-room school house until eighth grade, when he was required to leave school and help on the family farm. Jack regretted having to leave school; he had a lifelong love of learning and began educating himself by reading countless books. As a teenager, Jack went to live with the Omar Zook family of Oley to work on their large farm. The Zook family treated Jack like part of their family.

After World War II, Jack took two trips overseas to Greece and The Holy Land, delivering mules to help with the rebuilding process from the destruction of war. Upon returning to the United States, Jack joined Mennonite Voluntary Service where he served in Gulfport, Miss.

There, he met the love of his life, Linda Schmidt. He often reminisced that when he met Linda, he immediately knew that he would marry her. In spite of having an eighth grade education, Jack entered the Philadelphia Bible College, where he began a long distance courtship, and ultimately became engaged, with Linda by letter. In July of 1954, Jack came to Kansas to marry Linda; this was the first time he had been to Kansas and also the first time he met Linda’s parents. He resided in Kansas ever since. Jack and Linda were married at Tabor Mennonite Church, Goessel, Kansas, with Linda’s dad, H.B. Schmidt officiating on July 15, 1954.

Jack and Linda moved to Newton; Jack worked full-time supporting his growing family while attending Bethel College in North Newton where he graduated in 1965. Jack worked in sales at Hilts, Inc. for many years, traveling across central and western Kansas. After retiring, he began buying houses, remodeling them and then renting to families. He enjoyed doing this, often saying he wished he would have done this during all of his working years.

Jack was active in the Harvey County Democratic Committee, serving as secretary-treasurer. He was dedicated to Habitat for Humanity, donating land for homes to be built on. He was a member of the Newton Lions Club and the National Gold Wing Association. He was a member of Faith Mennonite Church, Newton. Once a week, while physically able, Jack delivered meals to people through the Meals on Wheels program.

Jack loved his family first. He loved to read, travel and ride his Gold Wing motorcycle. Jack took many trips across the United States on his Gold Wing cruiser. He and Linda took many trips across the United States and to Canada and Europe. His dream was to return to the Holy Land; he and Linda traveled there for their 25th anniversary. He had strong political views, writing many letters to The Kansan and other newspapers across the United States. He received numerous letters and phone calls from people responding to his letters, making many friends across country.

Survivors include his loving and faithful wife: Linda (Schmidt); his children: Ron (Kathy) Stauffer of Overland Park, Kansas; Sharon Goering of Wichita, Kansas; Carolyn Stauffer of Newton, Kansas; Debbie (Russ) Wedel of Hutchinson, Kansas; Ruth (Eric) Calbert of North Newton, Kansas; Tim (Margaret) Stauffer of Kansas City, Miss. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren; his sisters, Lois (Harvey) Thiessen of Hesston, Kansas; and Mary Jane (Charles) Rutter of Lancaster; and one brother: Alfred (Ruth Ann) Stauffer of Lancaster; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Jack was preceded in death by his parents and stepmother: Mary G. Stauffer; a brother: Enos; and sisters: Katie Stauffer, Elizabeth Burkhart and Eva Fox of Pennsylvania; and Verna Musser of Florida.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 A.M., Saturday (October 20, 2018) at the Faith Mennonite Church in Newton, Kansas. The family will receive friends at the church Friday evening between 6 and 8 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Habitat for Humanity or Mennonite Central Committee. Contributions may be sent to Broadway Colonial Funeral Home, 120 E. Broadway, Newton, KS 67114.

Condolences may be left at broadwaycolonialfh.com. Arrangements are by Broadway Colonial Funeral Home, Newton, Kansas.

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