Mary Cox Schreiber

Mrs. Schreiber, a lady with a lovely smile and gracious words for friends old and new, was a supportive and loving partner of V. Lester Schreiber, her husband of 46 years who died in 1991. She dedicated her life to raising her three daughters and guiding them in their evolving careers: Nan (Sharyn Anne) of San Antonio, Texas; Becky (Mary Beth) of Albuquerque, N.M. and Barb (Barbara Lynne) of Salem, Ore. All three daughters describe their mother as being their “best friend.”

Mrs. Schreiber founded the New Holland 4-H Sewing Club in the late 1950s, helped with her daughters’ Girl Scout troops, participated actively with Elizabethtown College Women’s Auxiliary, and played the organ and chaired many committees at Ephrata Church of the Brethren. In 1972, she instituted the annual Christmas celebration, “Hanging of the Greens,” at the church, a tradition that continues today.

Her many friends prized her letters which were always newsy, upbeat, and, she admitted, sometimes nearly “illegible.” Mrs. Schreiber always kept in touch with her “adopted” daughters, the exchange students who lived with her family during the 1960s. Naomi (Mimi) Kee from the Philippines and Madeleine (Marie) Toussaint from France stayed in touch with “mother” until the end of her life. Many of her daughters’ friends also looked up to Mary as a friend and mother figure.

Mrs. Schreiber, the only child of Clara and Kenton Cox, was raised in Lancaster. She graduated from Manheim Township High School and Elizabethtown College. While attending Camp Conewago at Elizabethtown, she met Lester Schreiber, who was one of the counselors. After several years of courtship, they married on June 23, 1945. They lived in Kirkwood for several years, where Lester taught, coached and served as principal of several Solanco area schools. In 1951, they moved to New Holland where he began a career with the New Holland Farm Machine Company.

She was caring and generous, always thinking of the needs of others. She filled the lives of family and friends with laughter and happiness, and they will cherish her in their hearts forever.

In addition to her daughters, Mary is survived by the son of Nan: David Huckabay, and his wife, JKaye, of Arlington, Texas; John Shannon, husband of Becky, their son Jack; Shannon, his wife Jennifer, and great-granddaughters: Elisabeth and Claire, all of Raleigh, N.C.; Dr. Michael Smolin, husband of Barbara, their daughter Ariella Smolin of St. Augustine, Fla.; brother-in-law: Russell Schreiber and wife Evelyn of Lititz; sisters-in-law: Beatrice, wife of the late Charles Schreiber Jr., and Arlene, wife of the late Wayne Schreiber, Lititz, and many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends attended a memorial service Feb. 28 at St. Stephens UCC Church in New Holland with the Reverend Guy Wampler officiating. The interment took place at the church cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in memory of Mary C. Schreiber may be sent to any of the following: Schreiber Pediatric Rehabilitation Center, 625 Community Way, Lancaster, PA 17603; The Samaritan Center of Lancaster County, Inc., 1803 Oregon Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601; or Heifer International, 1 World Avenue, Little Rock, AR 72202.

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

Gene C. Minney, 81, of Stevens, formerly of Lancaster, passed into the arms of his Lord on his birthday, Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2014 at the Denver Health and Rehab Center.

Gene was born in Lancaster, son of the late Earl C. Minney and Bertha S. (Lechner) Minney-Uhlrich.

A 1951 graduate of J.P. McCaskey High School, Gene was employed for 10 years at Spur Gas Station on South Prince Street in Lancaster and Goodwill Industries. He was not employed after this due to issues with his health.

Gene was a faithful and active member of Ephrata Reformed Presbyterian Church for over 20 years.

Surviving are his sister: Nancy, wife of Ronald H. Herr of Lancaster; two nieces; two nephews and sister-in-law: Barbara Minney of Oxford.

In addition to his parents, Gene was preceded in death by his twin brother Glenn Minney in 1998.

Funeral services were held at Paul L. Gravenor Home For Funerals, Ephrata, March 4. Place of interment was in Conestoga Memorial Park, Lancaster.

In lieu of flowers, consider donations in Gene’s memory to Ephrata Reformed Presbyterian Church, 21 E. Locust St., Ephrata, PA 17522.

To offer your condolences visit gravenorhomeforfunerals.com.

Esther A. Myer, 93, of Ephrata, died Thursday, Feb. 27, 2014 at Ephrata Community Hospital. Born in New Holland, she was the daughter of the late John and Emma Maser. She was the wife of the late Leon K. Myer who died in 1993. She retired from the former Miller and Hess Shoe Company and was a member of Calvary Church. She enjoyed talking with her friends and listening to books on tape.

Mrs. Myer is survived by two sons: Jon L. Myer of Ephrata; Robert L., husband of Ethel L. Myer of Towson, Md.; daughter: Barbara A., wife of James A. Newcomer, Jr. of Leola; grandchildren: Eliza Newcomer and Christopher Newcomer; a great-grandson: Matthew Newcomer and sisters: Marian Gamber of Timonium, Md. and Jean Hornberger of Brownstown. She was preceded in death by brothers: John Maser, Jr., James Maser and Bennie Maser.

The funeral was held March 1 at Calvary Church, Lancaster. Interment was in Conestoga Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Calvary Benevolence Fund, 1051 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601.

Arrangements by Furman Home for Funerals, Leola (furmanfuneralhome.com).

Leon A. Keith, 83, Reinholds, died at home March 2, 2014.

Born in East Cocalico Township, he was a son of the late William and Annie (Johnston) Keith, and was married to Mary E. (Rankin) Keith for 62 years. An East Cocalico High School graduate, he was a carpenter with Purcell Construction, Denver, and a farmer. Leon loved auctions and flea markets. Also surviving is a son: Dennis L. (Robin) Keith, Manheim; daughters: Susan M. (Miguel) Cotto, Denver; Teresa A. (Ronald) Heishman and Penny S. (John) Hemsley, both of Reinholds; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren and a sister: Irene (Frederick) Lutz, Ephrata. He was predeceased by a grandson, Matthew Shaffer.

Join the family for the viewing and sharing memories March 6 from 5 to 7 p.m. in Good Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, Reamstown. Rather than flowers, contributions to Humane League of Lancaster County, 2195 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA 17602.

Private inurnment in Swamp Cemetery, Reinhold (goodfuneral.com).

Frances N. Zimmerman, 75, of Tipton, Mo., entered into rest Saturday, Feb. 22, 2014 at her home, surrounded by her family. She was born July 11, 1938 in Clay Township, daughter of the late Abraham B. and Ada M. Nolt Zimmerman.

On Sept. 24, 1960, she was united in marriage to Amos H. Zimmerman, who preceded her in death on April 6, 2013.

She is survived by her children: Dorothy, wife of Clyde Zimmerman of Arbela, Mo.; Marlene, wife of Kenneth Burkholder of Baring, Mo.; Elaine, wife of Glen Oberholtzer of Memphis, Mo.; Lamar of the home; Amos Jr. and wife Darla Martin Zimmerman of Cantril, Iowa; Clair and wife Joann Garman Zimmerman of Tipton, Mo., Curvin and wife Mary Jane Oberholtzer Zimmerman of La Monte, Mo., Rhoda, wife of Michael Nolt of Latham, Mo., Lynford and wife Genida Zeiset Zimmerman of Knox City, Mo.; 65 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; two sisters; nine brothers; her loving caregiver, Jolene Reiff and many other relatives and friends. In addition to her husband and parents, Frances was preceded in death by three grandsons; two brothers: Jonas and Ivan and two infant sister: Mary and Alta.

Funeral services were held Feb. 27 at the Pleasant Hill Mennonite Church in Latham, Mo., with interment in the Pleasant Hill Mennonite Church Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be left online at kidwellgarber.com.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of the Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home of Versailles, Mo.

Frances A. Peters (Wertz)

Born in Washington, N.C., a daughter of the late Harry C. and Nellie V. (Woolard) Peters, Sr., she had worked as a housekeeper and nursing assistant. Surviving is a daughter: Tammy Ann (Robert) Ferrell, Reinholds; sons: Paul (Tina Hehnly) Wertz, Denver; Harry C. Wertz, Ephrata; Jason L. (Christine Bentley) Wertz, Denver and 11 grandchildren. A son, Kevin James Wertz, predeceased her.

Donations to assist with final expenses can be sent to Good Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, Box 94, Reamstown, PA 17567 (goodfuneral.com).

Margaret Shirk Martin

She was preceded in death by both of her husbands: Leon B. Shirk in 1979 and Carl W. Martin in 2012 and by a son: Henry Wayne in 1949.

Born in Bowmansville, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Annie (Good) Weber.

She was a homemaker who was known for quilting abilities and was an avid bird watcher.

She attended Gehman Mennonite Church.

Surviving are four sons: Maynard, married to Alice (Hess) Shirk, Conestoga; Carl, married to Sharon (Lantz) Shirk, Stumptown; David, married to Dolores (Good) Shirk, Guinea Bissau; Dale, married to Verda (Kauffman) Shirk, Terre Hill; five step-children: Lois, married to Larry Martin, Robesonia; Arlene, married to David Hollinger, East Earl; Glen, married to Mary (Landis) Martin, Adamstown; Delmar, married to Kathy (Newswanger) Martin, Mohnton and Sharon Kurtz, Bowmansville; 13 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; 17 step-grandchildren and 24 step great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by five siblings and one daughter-in-law: Anna (Sweigart) Shirk, wife of Carl.

Her funeral will be held March 6 at 10 a.m. at Bowmansville Mennonite Church, 129 Pleasant Valley Rd., East Earl. A viewing will be held on Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Fairmount Homes Wheat Ridge Chapel and on Thursday at the church from 9 to 10 a.m.

The Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be posted at groffeckenroth.com.

Ethel M. Brendle, 93, of Lititz, formerly of New Holland, died Sunday, March 2, 2014 at Landis Homes after a brief illness. Local survivors include her sister, Ruth Kauffman of Ephrata.

Richard B. “Dick” Nolt, 95, of Brethren Village, formerly of Bird-in-Hand and Landisville died Thursday, Feb. 27, 2014 at his residence. His son, J. Marlan, husband of Susan E. Nolt, lives in Ephrata.

Daniel B. Smucker, 81, of Gordonville, passed away Sunday, Feb. 23, 2014 after a brief illness. Local survivors include his son, Daniel Jr., married to Sadie King Smucker, Ephrata.

Elmira Snader, 88, resident of Landis Homes, Lititz, went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2014. Her daughter, Joyce, married to Eugene Weber, lives in Stevens.

Enoch James Einwechter

Susan Elise Einwechter

Susan Elise Einwechter, born June 5, 2010 and Enoch James Einwechter, born Jan.17, 2014, went to be with the Lord Monday, Feb. 24, 2014, after a tragic accident involving the vehicle they were in rolling into a Tennessee pond.

They are the daughter and son of Jonathan and Monique Einwechter of Lititz, who are members of Immanuel Free Reformed Church in Schoeneck.

Elise was such a joy in the Einwechter family, singing, skipping, dancing and giving hugs and kisses to many. She loved to talk about Jesus, “read” the Bible, pray, and be a little mother to her three younger brothers, as well as help in the kitchen. On Monday morning Feb. 24, 2014, she confidently told a friend she was going to heaven. And she did – within 15 hours.

Enoch’s sweet, quiet disposition and wide-eyed inquisitiveness at the world around him endeared him to all who came in contact with him. He was adored by his older siblings who loved to smother him in kisses. He was just starting to smile and coo at his loving family when he went to be with His Lord.

The Einwechter little children will be missed by hundreds who have been touched by their short lives. Their parents especially miss them but are sure Jesus is taking care of them now.

“The precious time we had with them has been worth all this pain!” &tstr;Jonathan and Monique.

In addition to their parents, the children are survived by their two brothers: Jon David, age 2 and Titus, age 1; maternal grandparents: Joe and Brenda Hoffman; paternal grandparents: William and Linda Einwechter; great-grandparents: Paul and Alma Martin, Dorothy Einwechter, Tina Hoffman, Helen Crawford; paternal aunts and uncles: Nelson and Sarah Phero, Benjamin and Karen Francis, Abigail Einwechter, Benjamin Einwechter, Josiah Einwechter, Isaac Einwechter, Philip Einwechter, Timothy Einwechter and Esther Einwechter and maternal aunts and uncles: Joe and Carrie Hoffman, Samuel Hoffman, Noah Hoffman, Timothy Hoffman, Benjamin Hoffman, David Hoffman and Victoria Hoffman.

A viewing will be held March 6, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at the Ephrata Church of the Brethren, 201 Cresent Ave., Ephrata, followed by their funeral service at 6 p.m, with Pastors William Einwechter and Chris Oberholtzer officiating. A graveside service will be held March 7 at 11:30 a.m., in the Welsh Run Church of the Brethren Cemetery, Mercersburg.

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

Eugene M. Hall, Sr., 83, of Ephrata, died Saturday, March 8, 2014 at his son’s home in Denver.

Born in Christiana, he was the son of the late William and Laura Harris Hall.

Eugene proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was employed by Car Quest as a driver.

He is survived by two children: Eugene M. Hall, Jr. and wife Cindy, of Denver and Sandra J. Hall Cox and husband Bryan of Phenix City, Ala.; nine grandchildren; and one sister: Marian Huster of Downingtown.

He was preceded in death by six siblings.

Services were held March 13 from the Wilde Funeral Home, Parkesburg, followed by interment at the Glen Run Cemetery, Atglen.

Online condolences may be posted at wildefuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Wilde Funeral Home, Parkesburg.

Patricia “Pat” Boggs, 84, formerly of Sinking Spring, died March 6, 2014, in Ephrata Manor.

Born in Altoona, a daughter of Alfred E. and Viola E. (Lantz) Hupert, her husband, S. Paul Boggs, died June 6, 2011.

A 1947 Altoona H.S. graduate, Pat worked for Bollman Hat Co., Adamstown. A member of Emmanuel E. C. Church, Adamstown, she loved camping, playing bingo and cards, especially pinochle. Pat cherished her cats and dogs and was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan.

Surviving are her daughters: Deborah B. (Cecil) Hahn, Stephenson, Va. and Vicki Sue (Andrew) Geris, Ephrata; grandchildren: Rocky A. Yohn and Shelby E. Geris; and four great-grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her step-father: Louis P. Healy; and sisters: Joan G. Brantner and Shirley A. Thompson.

Services were held March 11 at Good Funeral Home, Reamstown, with interment in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Adamstown.

Offer online condolences at goodfuneral.com. Arrangements by Good Funeral Home, Reamstown.

Margaret “Maggie” Mary Eckman, 43, of Akron, passed away Saturday, March 8, 2014, at her residence.

She was born in Philadelphia to Sandra (Hollinger) Adams of Ephrata and the late Thomas R. Adams Sr. She was the wife of Michael E. Eckman.

Margaret worked at American Dye. She was a kind, generous, gentle, artistic and loving mother, who will be missed by her children. She enjoyed spending time with her nieces and nephews and her grand nephew. She loved music, poetry, arts and crafts.

In addition to her husband and mother, she is survived by three sons: Timothy R. Turner of Colo., Edward M. Adams of Ephrata, Benjamin J. Eckman of Akron; two brothers: Joseph E. Adams, Patrick M. Adams; two sisters: Ruth Ann Glisson of Ephrata and Susan M. Foltz of Akron.

In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her brothers: Thomas R. and John J. Adams.

A viewing will be held on Thursday, March 13, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., at the Stradling Funeral Home, 201 Church Ave., Ephrata, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m., at Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 320 Church Ave., Ephrata, with Father John McLoughlin C.SS.R. as celebrant. Final commendation and farewell will take place in the Cedar Hill Cemetery.

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

Mary Ellen Huston, 91, formerly of Adamstown, died March 9, 2014, in Garden Spot Village, New Holland.
Born in Franklin, Venango County, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Martha (Carothers) Cather, and was the wife of Gene H. Huston for 71 years.

A 1940 Franklin High School graduate, she was a member of Peace United Church of Christ, Swartzville, and a life member of Morris Chapter Order of Eastern Star, Oil City. Mary Ellen enjoyed cooking and entertaining, casino trips to Las Vegas and Atlantic City and traveling throughout North America with her husband in their RV.

Also surviving is a daughter: Jane L. Huston, wife of Ernest W. Werstler, Jr., Stevens; a son: Jon, husband of Donna Prall Huston, Randolph, N.J.; and her cherished granddaughters: Meredith Huston and Marissa, wife of Paul Schimpf.

Funeral services will be held March 15, at 11 a.m., from Good Funeral Home, Reamstown, with her pastor, The Rev. William E. Hoch, officiating. A viewing will be held an hour prior to the service. Burial will follow in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Adamstown.

Rather than flowers, consider contributions to Peace U.C.C., 37 E. Swartzville Rd., Denver, PA 17517.
Online condolences may be given at goodfuneral.com. Arrangements by Good Funeral Home, Reamstown.

A. Elvin Bauman, 83, formerly of Manheim, passed away at home on Monday, March 3, 2014 following a lengthy illness.

Born in Lancaster County, he was the son of the late Ernest K. and Grace Snyder Bauman. He was the husband of the late Marion Heistand Bauman who died in 2001. Elvin retired from the family farm in Rapho Township where he worked with his son for several years.

In his earlier years, he installed cabinets for Bomberger’s Store, Lititz and Snitz Creek Cabinet Shop, Lebanon. He was a member of White Oak Mennonite Church, Manheim.

Surviving are seven children: Sharon, wife of Luke Sensenig of Reinholds, Sandra, wife of Fred Zimmerman of Clayton, Del., J. Stephen, husband of Elsie Wenger Bauman of Manheim, J. Stanley, husband of Rhoda Carpenter Bauman of Guatemala, John, husband of Charlotte Graham Bauman of Martinsburg, Thomas, husband of Leslie Penrod Bauman of Dongola, Ill. and Cindy Weideman of Toccoa, Ga.; 29 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren, seven step grandchildren and 24 step great-grandchildren; a brother: Mark Bauman of Lititz; two sisters: Orpha, wife of David Herr of Andover, N.Y. and Rachel Risser of Washington Boro.
He was preceded in death by an infant son; two brothers: Luke and Elwood Bauman; and two step great-grandchildren.

Services were held March 8 at White Oak Mennonite Church, with interment in the adjoining church cemetery. Please omit flowers. The Buch Funeral Home, Manheim was in charge of arrangements.

Esther June (Scott) Blauch, 91, of Ephrata, passed away February 22, 2014.

She was born June 4, 1922 in Cumberland, MD to the late Raymond A. and Melvina (Kelly) Scott of Short Gap, WV.

Esther was preceded in death by her husband, Haven K. Blauch, on October 19, 2001 and two daughters who died shortly after birth.

Esther was retired from the Manheim Township school system, Neffsville.

Surviving are three daughters: Carolyn Hertzog, Pa., Stacey Campbell and husband Hazzard, Tenn., Kathleen Beamesderfer and friend Daniel Weik, Pa.; two sons: Eric Blauch and friend Robin McGinnis and Kevan Blauch, Pa.; seven grandchilden; Colleen Johnson, Timothy Hertzog and wife Jaime, Erica Adams and husband Steven, Scott Blauch and wife Kristi, Heather Beamesderfer, Amanda Bordon and husband Lefane, Jessica Starner and husband Kevin, all of Pa.; three step-grandchildren: Tammy Thomason and husband Hank, Matthew Campbell, Melissa Elliott and husband Josh, Ky.; 12 great-grandchildren: Brittany and Aleah Hertzog, Katelyn Hertzog, LeAnne and Jared Adams, Isabella Blauch, Konisha, Tyler and Jordan Beamesderfer, Wesley Bordon, Kevin, III and Kelsey Starner; eight step great-grandchildren: Nicholas, Zachary and Christopher Thomason, Emily Paige, Cloe and Josh Blake Elliott, Jonathan and Brian Campbell, Ky.; five sisters-in-law: Darlene Gulino and Loretta Thomas of Short Gap, W.V., Ruth Blauch, Fla., Doris Blauch, Tenn. and Jennie Blauch, Romney, W.V.; and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank the Staff at Ephrata Manor for the care they gave their Mother for the past few years.

At her request, she was cremated. The Paul L. Gravenor Funeral Home, Ephrata, was in charge of the cremation.

John L. Conrad, 83, of Honey Brook, died Tuesday, March 4, 2014 at the Meadows Health Care Center at the Tel Hai Retirement Community, after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease.

He was born in Chicago, Ill. on July 30, 1930. John was the son of the late Clarence and Clara (Cooper) Conrad. He was the husband of M. Kathryn (Kern) Conrad, with whom he shared 61 years of marriage.

John was employed as an orderly/nursing assistant for the Ephrata Community Hospital and Lancaster General Hospital for over 38 years. He served his country proudly in the US Army in the 18th Engineer Combat Division, during the Korean War, while stationed in Germany. After his military service, John worked at Lukens Steel in Coatesville. Prior to retirement, he was employed as an assistant animal caretaker at Federated Medical Resources.

John was an active member of the Honey Brook United Methodist Church for 61 years. He served on the Pastor-Parish Relations Committee and the trustees of the church. John participated in the Lay Witness Program of the United Methodist Church for many years, also the Pocket Testament League and Operation Carelift. He was also a volunteer at Lancaster General Hospital, after his retirement. John enjoyed Philadelphia sports, with the Eagles and Phillies as his favorite teams.

He is survived, in addition to his wife, by a brother: Fred Conrad of Fla.; and a sister, Josephine Chisholm of Washintgon; and many nieces and nephews.

John was preceded in death by two sisters: Mary Spredbury and Sue Conrad.

Service were held March 10 from The Labs Funeral Home, Honey Brook, Pa., with Rev. Dr. James Bamberger officiating. Burial followed at the Honey Brook Methodist Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in the memory of John to the Honey Brook United Methodist Church, PO Box 178, Honey Brook, PA 19344-0178 or the Tel Hai Care Assurance Fund, PO Box 190, Honey Brook, PA 19344-0190.

For additional information and online condolences, visit: thelabsfh.com. Arrangements by The Labs Funeral Home, Inc., Honey Brook.

Alma F. Alexander, 75, formerly of Lititz, died March 6, in Orwigsburg Center. She was a press operator for Federal Mogul Inc., Lancaster from 1976 to 2000. Her sister Violet J., wife of Robert Steffy, lives in Akron.

Janet M. Englerth, 80, formerly of Overly’s Grove Road, New Holland, died March 6, at ManorCare, Lancaster. Janet had worked at Frank Ix and Sons, New Holland. Spending time with her grandchildren was also a highlight of her life. Her sons, Kenneth and Steve, and sister Edith Blessing, live in Denver. A sister, Laura Gunzenhouser, spouse of Ben, resides in Ephrata.

Edward George Larson, 82, passed away peacefully March 3, at the Masonic Village of Elizabethtown. Ed was a U.S. Army Veteran and served in the Korean War from 1952-1954. His daughter, Judy Larson Enck, wife of Steve, resides in Stevens.

Edward C. “Eddie” Remp, 83, of East Earl, died March 4, at the Denver Nursing Home after a brief illness. He was a member of the Reading Fairgrounds Racing Historical Society, and he enjoyed racing modified cars, usually #4. His son, David Remp, resides in Ephrata.

Calvin L. Smoker, 82, of Tel Hai Retirement Community, went home to be with the Lord Monday, March 10, 2014.

Born in Gap, he was the son of the late Reuben and Anna Lapp Smoker. He was the husband of the late Mabel D. Smoker who died in January. They were married for 60 years.

He was the president of Calvin L. Smoker Builders, Inc. and Honey Brook Cabinets, Inc. Calvin was a member of Forest Hills Mennonite Church and enjoyed hunting in Potter county, metal detecting, collecting Indian artifacts and bottles. He enjoyed collecting sea shells on Sanibel Island, Fla.

He will be lovingly missed by: children: C. Richard husband of Kim Smoker of Honey Brook, Beverly S. Smoker of Morgantown, Ronald L. husband of Amy Smoker of Glenmoore, Larry Q. Smoker of Narvon, Mona Lu wife Kerry Shuman of East Earl; ten grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; brother: John Smoker of New Holland; and sister: Katie Smoker of Tenn.

He was preceded in death by two sisters and four brothers.

The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, March 17 at the Chapel of Tel Hai Retirement Community, 1200 Tel Hai Circle and Beaver Dam Road, Honey Brook with the viewing from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Interment will be in Eby Cemetery, W. Eby Road, Leola at 2:30 PM, Monday.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Forest Hills Mennonite Church, 100 Quarry Rd., Leola, PA 17540 or Tel Hai Ret. Community, PO Box 190, Honey Brook, PA 19344.

Online condolences can be given at FurmanFuneralHome.com. Arrangements by Furman’s Funeral Home, Leola.

Alma F. Alexander, 75, formerly of Lititz, died March 6, in OrwigsburgCenter. She was a press operator for Federal Mogul Inc., Lancaster from 1976 to 2000. Her sister Violet J., wife of Robert Steffy, lives in Akron.

Janet M. Englerth, 80, formerly of Overly’s Grove Road, New Holland, died March 6, at ManorCare, Lancaster. Janet had worked at Frank Ix and Sons, New Holland. Spending time with her grandchildren was also a highlight of her life. Her sons, Kenneth and Steve, and sister Edith Blessing, live in Denver. A sister, Laura Gunzenhouser, spouse of Ben, resides in Ephrata.

Edward George Larson, 82, passed away peacefully March 3, at the Masonic Village of Elizabethtown. Ed was a U.S. Army Veteran and served in the Korean War from 1952-1954. His daughter, Judy Larson Enck, wife of Steve, resides in Stevens.

Edward C. “Eddie” Remp, 83, of East Earl, died March 4, at the Denver Nursing Home after a brief illness. He was a member of the Reading Fairgrounds Racing Historical Society, and he enjoyed racing modified cars, usually #4. His son, David Remp, resides in Ephrata.

Mary Emma Bollinger, 95, of Lancaster, formerly of Lincoln, went to be with the Lord Saturday, March 8, 2014, at BrethrenVillage where she resided since 2002.

She was born in Lancaster, a daughter of the late Vernon and Dora (Shenk) Miller. Mary was the wife of the late John H. Bollinger, to whom she was married for 69 years.

She was an active member of the MiddleCreekChurch of the Brethren serving on the kitchen committee for 12 years, helping in the nursery for 25 years, and on the quilting committee. Mary enjoyed sewing, crocheting, embroidering, quilting, canning, baking and candy making as hobbies. She enjoyed selling her crafts at various shows.

Mary was formerly employed at various sewing factories in the area, Rothsville Shirt Co., Terry Mfg. & Dutchmaid; and later worked at Martin’s Country Market until the age of 80.

Mary is survived by two daughters: Elaine of Manheim, wife of the late Clyde Shonk, and Peggy, wife of Ray Kline of Lititz; a grandson: Scott, husband of Angel Shonk; a granddaughter: Lorie, wife of Brian Kerstetter; and two great-grandsons, Corey and Evan Kerstetter, all of Lititz.

She was preceded in death by her siblings: Vernon Miller Jr., Olive May Ludwig, Mildred Irvin, Elizabeth Bollinger Greenly, Richard F. Miller; and a grandson: Steve Shonk.

Services were held March 14 at MiddleCreekChurch of the Brethren, Lititz, with Pastors Paul Brubaker and Ivan Lutz officiating. Interment was in the adjoining church cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Mary Emma’s memory may be made to MiddleCreekChurch of the Brethren, Building Fund, 351 Middle Creek Church Road, Lititz, PA17543.

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