Fern Laura Schwartzentruber

Fern — Carl David Erb. [Group Sheet]

1. Lorie Jolene Erb was born 5 Mar 1962, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 29 Jun 1962, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Saint Agatha Mennonite Cemetery, St. Agatha, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
2. Joilyn Annette Erb

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-116752
• Residence: 1911, Petersburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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SCHWARTZENTRUBER, Pastor Elmer - Passed away peacefully, on Thursday, December 21, 2006, at his residence Nithview Home, New Hamburg. He was born 97 years ago on April 17, 1909, in Wilmot Township, son of the late Christian and Elizabeth (Wagler) Schwartzentruber. Elmer was a member of Steinmann Mennonite Church, Baden, where he was ordained Deacon on August 31, 1941 and Minister on August 12, 1951. Elmer served the congregation until 1979 when he was named Pastor Emeritus. Since 1993, he was a resident of Nithview Home where he has enjoyed assisting fellow residents. Beloved husband of the late Magdalena (Mattie) Wagler, who predeceased him August 10, 1996. Loving father of Fern and Carl Erb and their children, Joilyn and Alex Hynes, Janelle and Doug Wenger (Charmian, Seth and Dana) and James Erb (Tristan); Mary and Mel Otterbein and their children Melri and Mike Wright (Matthew and Michelle) and Derek and Ellen Otterbein; Ruthie and Rick Umble and their children Randy and Melanie Umble (Jonny, Natalie, Erik and Katie), Ryan and Bethany Umble (Juliana) and Rodney Umble; Carol Joy Purves and her children Jonathan, David and Alijoy. Elmer is also remembered by sister-in-law Sarah Zehr of New Hamburg as well as many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two grandchildren and his brother, Solomon and wife Lavina Swartzentruber. Friends and relatives may call at Mark Jutzi Funeral Home, 291 Huron St., New Hamburg, today (Friday) from 7-9 p.m. and again Saturday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. On Sunday, December 24, 2006, a family committal service will take place at Steinmann Mennonite Cemetery at 1: 00 p.m. followed by a Memorial Service in the adjoining church at 2: 00 p.m. with Pastor Myrna Miller Dyck officiating. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to Nithview Home or Steinmann Mennonite Church.


The Record Newspaper 22 Dec 2006

Elmer — Magdalena "Mattie" Wagler. Magdalena (daughter of Isaac Z. Wagler and Catherine Littwiller) was born 5 Sep 1905, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 10 Aug 1996, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Steinmann Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Magdalena "Mattie" Schwartzentruber
• Name: Mattie Wagler
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-116754
• Residence: 1911, St. Agatha, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Amish

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SCHWARTZENTRUBER, Magdalena (Mattie)\emdashOn Saturday, Aug. 10, 1996, at her residence, Nithview Home, New Hamburg.
She was born in Wilmot township 90 years ago, a daughter of the late Isaac and Catherine (Litwiller) Wagler and was formerly of RR 2, Baden. She was a member of Steinmann Mennonite Church, RR 2, Baden, where she had been a member and past president of the WMSC. She had been involved with the Gospel Echoes Prison Ministry and had taught summer bible school for many years.
Faithful and loving wife of Pastor Elmer Schwartzentruber for 66 years and with whom she shared in ministry for over 50 years. Loving mother of Fern and her husband Carl Erb of Baden, Mary and her husband Mel Otterbein, Carol Joy and her husband Alec Purves, all of Kitchener, Ruth and her husband Rick Umble of Atglen, PA. Also remembered by 11 grandchildren; two sisters, Sarah Zehr and Vera Schulz, both of New Hamburg; brother-in-law, Ervin Zehr of Tavistock and two sisters-in-law, Orillia Wagler of Kitchener and Lavina Swartzentruber of New Hamburg.
Mattie was predeceased by two grandchildren; three brothers, Elmer, Ervin, Simeon and five sisters, Victoria Boshart, Ida Dietz, Catherine Leis, Verna Zehr and Laura Wagler.
Friends and relatives may call at the Mark Jutzi Funeral Home, 291 Huron St., New Hamburg, today (Monday) from 7-9 p.m., Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A family committal service will be held at Steinmann Mennonite Cemetery on Wednesday, August 14, 1996 at 11 a.m. followed by a memorial service at Steinmann Mennonite Church at 2 p.m. with Pastor Herb Schultz and Pastor Ingrid Loepp-Thiessen officiating.
As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to Steinmann Mennonite Church, Gospel Echoes or Nithview Home.

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-76940
• Residence: 1871, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Agricultural Laborer
• Occupation: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1901, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Occupation: 1911, Petersburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1911, Petersburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1957, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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Schwartzentruber, Christian, son of the late Christian and Veronica (Erb) Schwartzentruber, was born in Wilmot Twp., Oct. 30, 1865; passed away after a brief illness on April 15, 1957, at the home of his son, Elmer; aged 91 y. 5m . 16 d. On Sept. 29, 1891, he was united in marriage to Barbara Schwartzentruber, who predeceased him in 1902. On Feb. 15, 1906, he was united in marriage to Elizabeth Wagler, who preceded him in death on Feb. 19, 1957. To this second union were born 2 sons (Solomon, Petersburg; Elmer, Baden), who together with 8 grandchildren, and one great-grandchild survive. He was the last surviving member of a family of 13. He accepted Christ as his Saviour in early life and united with the Wilmot Amish Mennonite Church where he was a faithful member until death. Funeral services were held at the St. Agatha Church on April 18, in charge of Ben Gingerich, Orland Gingerich, Peter Nafziger, and Moses Jantzi, with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Gospel Herald - Volume L, Number 22 - May 28, 1957-page 526

Christian married Elizabeth "Lizzie" Wagler 15 Feb 1906, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Elizabeth (daughter of Joseph S. Wagler and Mary Schwartzentruber) was born 24 Mar 1871, South Easthope Twp., Perth Co., Ontario, Canada; died 19 Feb 1957; was buried , Saint Agatha Mennonite Cemetery, St. Agatha, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Birth: East Zorra Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada
• Name: Elizabeth "Lizzie" Schwartzentruber
• Name: Lizzie Wagler
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-116753
• Residence: 1871, East Zorra Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1911, Petersburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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Schwartzentruber, Elizabeth, daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Wagler, was born in East Zorra Twp., March 24, 1871; passed away after a comparatively short illness, Feb. 19, 1957, at the home of her son Elmer; aged 85 y. 10m. 26 d. She accepted Christ as her Saviour in her youth and united with the Amish Mennonite Church, to which faith she remained faithful all her life. On Feb. 15, 1906, she was united in marriage to Christian Schwartzentruber, who survived her by less than two months. (His obituary appears above). Surviving are 2 sons (Elmer, Baden, and Solomon, Petersburg), 8 grandchildren, and one great-grandchild, and one brother (Joseph). Two brothers and one sister preceded her in death. Funeral services were held at the St. Agatha Church on Feb. 23 in charge of Ben Gingerich, Orland Gingerich, Peter Nafziger, and Moses Jantzi, with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Gospel Herald - Volume L, Number 22 - May 28, 1957-page 526

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District Couple To Observe 50th Wedding Anniversary

Mr. and Mrs. Christian Schwartzentruber will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary o n February 15th, and will be at home to their friends on Sunday afternoon and evening, Feb. 12th, on the homestead at the home of Solomon Schwartzentruber, 1 mile west of Petersburg.


Both Mr. and Mrs. Schwartzentruber are in fairly good health. The former is 90 years old, and his wife will be 85 in March. They were married Feb. 15, 1906, by the late Jacob Lichti, pastor of Wellesley Amish Mennonite Church.

Mr. Schwartzentruber was born in Wilmot township near Petersburg, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Chris tian Schwartzentruber. He has one brother living, John Schwartzentruber, of Petersburg. Mrs. Schwartzentruber is the former Elizabeth Wagler, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Wagler of Wellesley township and she has one brother living, Joseph S. Wagler, of Wellesley.


Mr. and Mrs. Schwartzentruber have two sons, Solomon, on the homestead; and Elmer of near New Hamburg. They also have seven
grandchildren

New Hamburg Independent 10 Feb 1956

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-80484
• Occupation: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Agricultural Laborer
• Occupation: 1901, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Occupation: 1911, St. Agatha, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1911, St. Agatha, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Amish

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Wagler. - Isaac, son of the late Christian and Magdalene Wagler, was born Jan. 18, 1872; died Aug. 13, 1947; aged 75 y. 6 m. 26 d. Early in youth he accepted Christ as his personal Saviour and united with the Wilmot A. M. Church, Baden, Ont., of which he was a member at the time of his death. On Feb. 9, 1897 he was united in marriage to Catharine Litwiller, who survives. Also surviving are 2 sons (Elmer, New Hamburg, Ont.; Ervin, St. Agatha, Ont.), 8 daughters (Victoria - Mrs. Noah Boshart, Baden, Ont.; Ida - Mrs. John Dietz, Waterloo, Ont.; Katie - Mrs. John Leis, New Hamburg, Ont.; Mattie - Mrs. Elmer Swartzentruber, of Baden; Sarah - Mrs. Eli Zehr, St. Agatha, Ont.; Vera - Mrs. Eric Schultz, Kitchener, Ont.; Verna - Mrs. Ervin Zehr, Milverton, Ont.; and Laura - Mrs. Jonas Wagler, of St. Agatha), 2 sisters (Mrs. Jonathan Jantzi, of Kitchener; and Mrs. Christian Jantzi, Pine Hill, Ont.), 39 grandhchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren. One son, 2 brothers, 2 sisters, and 2 grandchildren predeceased him. Funeral services were conducted at the home by Menno Wagler and Michael S. Roth, and at the church by Peter Nafziger and Ben Gingerich.

Gospel Herald - Volume XL, Number 24 - September 9, 1947 - page 527

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Isaac Wagler

BADEN, Aug. 14. - The death occurred at St. Agatha yesterday of Isaac Wagler, 75 The deceased was born in Wilmot Township, Jan. 18, 1872. His death followed a lingering illness. He was a son of the late Christian and Magdalene Wagler.

Surviving are his widow, Catherine Litwiller; two sons, Elmer of New Hamburg, Ervin of St. Agatha: 3 eight daughters Mrs. Noah (Victoria) Boshart, Baden, Mrs. John (Ida) Dietz, Waterloo, Mrs. John (Katie) Leis. New Hamburg. Mrs. Elmer (Mattie) Schwartzentruber, Baden, Mrs. Eli (Sarah) Zehr, St. Agatha. Mrs. Erie (Vera) Schulz, Kitchener, Mrs. Ervin (Verna) Zehr, Milver- ton, Mrs. Jonas (Laura) Wagler, St. Agatha; two sisters, Mrs. Jonathan Jantzi, Kitchener, and Mrs. C. B. Jantzi, Pine Hill. Thirty-nine grand- children and two great grandchildren survive. Two sisters, two brothers and two grandchildren predeceased him.

A service will be held at the home of his son-in-law, Eli Zehr. St. Agatha at 2:00p.m., Saturday. A public service will be held at the St. Agatha A.M. Church. Interment will be made in St. Agatha A.M Cemetery. Rev. Benjamin Gingerich will officiate.

Kitchener Record 14 Aug 1947 pg 21

Isaac married Catherine Littwiller 9 Feb 1897. Catherine (daughter of John Litwiller and Catherina Jantzie) was born 11 Jun 1876, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1959; was buried , Saint Agatha Mennonite Cemetery, St. Agatha, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Catherine Wagler
• Name: Cathy Litwiller
• Name: Katie Littwiller
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-122184
• Residence: 1881, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1911, St. Agatha, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Amish

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• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/195168665
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-76942
• Occupation: 1861, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1861, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1871, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1871, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Christian — Veronica M. "Fronica" Erb. Veronica (daughter of Christian H. Erb and Maria "Polly" Miller) was born 4 Apr 1830, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 19 Sep 1913, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Feronicka Erb
• Name: Fronica Erb
• Name: Veronica M. "Fronica" Schwartzentruber
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-59493
• Residence: 1861, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1871, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1881, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1911, Petersburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-164566
• Immigration: 1853
• Immigration: 20 May 1854, New York City, New York, USA.
• Residence: 1866, East Zorra Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1871, East Zorra Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1875, East Zorra Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; labourer
• Occupation: 1911, Wellesley Village, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1911, Wellesley Village, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Amish Mennonite
• Residence: 1912, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Joseph married Mary Schwartzentruber 23 Oct 1866, , Perth Co., Ontario, Canada. Mary (daughter of Jacob S. Schwartzentruber and Catherine Roth) was born 20 Jun 1844, South Easthope Twp., Perth Co., Ontario, Canada; died 9 Nov 1930, Wellesley Village, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Cedar Grove Amish Mennonite Cemetery [Formerly 3rd Line], Wellesley Township, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Mary Wagler
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-164577
• Residence: 1866, South Easthope Twp., Perth Co., Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1871, East Zorra Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1911, Wellesley Village, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Amish Mennonite

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• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/45661916
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-78498
• Immigration: 1848, , Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1871, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1871, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1881, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Occupation: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1901, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer

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Christian Wagler.

One half mile west of Baden is the home of this well known farmer. The residence is a substantial stone structure erected in 1857 The vicinity abounds in a great variety of fruit trees and ornamental shrubbery. The village of Baden is in plain view and the rural scenery round about is of pleasing aspect. The farm contains two hundred acres of fertile land. Mr. Wagler was born in Alsace, then under the dominion of the French Government, in 1838. He came to this country in 1848 when he was about ten years of age. His parents settled upon the farm now owned by the Livingstones He has been identified with farming all his life, and to-day can be numbered among the most successful and proeperous farmers of Wilmot township. At that time the old homstead was purchased for $3,000 and eighteen years thereafter was sold for $14 000 Mr. Wagler was married in 1861 to Magdelena, daughter of the venerable Joseph Zehr. They had seven children, six of whom are still living.

The farm was originally purchased in 1848 by his father-in-law, who with his aged wife live upon the premises and who erected the house. Mr. Wagler produces thousands of bushels of grain annually and is a successful breeder of live stock, bis favorite breed being the Holsteins, and anyone who visits his farm to-day will admit that he has a number of magnificent animals, his herd of milch cows being particularly worthy of notice. He has fourteen now in hand. "Margetta, "one of the first importations of this breed into Canada, has a noble record as a milk producer and a breeder. She is now seventeen years old, but is still a profitable animal. The price paid for her was five hundred dollars, and one of her first progeny sold for three hundred dollars. When in her prime she produced from sixty-five to seventy pounds of milk per day."Susie Cassel," also a fine animal and a great milk producer, has produced some fine stock, one of which recently sold for ninety dollars as a calf. The calves and young cattle of this herd are all splendid animals, showing fine breeding, carefull handling and good feeding. Mr. Wagler is also a successful breeder of swine, and has at present six Berkshire brood Bows, some of which would undoubtedly be formidable competitors for first premiums at any agricultural exhibition. In fact none of the animals on this farm would bear unfavorable conparison with those of the same strains brought to our county shows. The person who visits the premises will not be disappointed and will fine cordial hospitality.

In apartments of the old homestead, set apart for their own special use, reside the venerable father-in-law, Joseph Zehr, and his wife. Here in comfort they are passing the declining years of their lives. Mr. Zehr was born in Lorraine, Germany, in 1817, being now in the 81st year of his age. He came to America with his parents when he was only six years of age. For about a year the family lived in Pennsylvania, after which they removed to St. Jacobs in Woolwich township. In 1848 he settled upon the firm where he now lives. At one time he owned 840 acres of land in this section. His long life has been one of constant toil, and to-day in the twilight of life he is never idle during working days, except when his attention is absorbed by a friendly visitor. When not attending to some duties in the field he is occupied at the work-bench manufacturing a contrivance of his own invention for unwinding yarn from the skein. It is a very useful bousehold article and is put together as neatly as it can be done by the most expert mechanic. He speaks good English and possesses a retentive memory. Mrs. Zehr is now in the 79th year of her age, and like her husband has been a hard worker all her life. She is yet active and able to perform her household duties without experiencing much fatigue. She has adhered strictly to the mother tongue and is unable to converse in English.

On this farm there are unmistakable evidences of rich deposits of iron. A large lump selected from among others of like description turned up by the plow contains quite a large per cent. of pure iron. There is no telling what an excavation deep down into the bosom of mother earth might reveal here. In the not far distant future a great iron industry may find development in this very locality. More unlikely benefits for man have unexpectedly come to to light in the nineteenth century and no plainer indications were visible than we have right here.

I am informed that right in the midst of the village of Baden itself there are plain signs of iron deposits. Such indications in localities within three-quarters of a mile of each other should arcuse an inclination on the part of the citizens to ascertain the extent of this metal deposit that might prove to be a bonanza and in the course of time create Baden the Manchester of Ontario.

H. N.

Waterloo County Chronicle, 1 Sep 1898, p. 8

Christian married Magdelane "Magdalena" Zehr 2 Apr 1861, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Magdelane (daughter of Joseph B. Zehr and Maria L. Lichti) was born 21 Apr 1842, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 6 Aug 1928; was buried , Steinmann Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/45661924
• Name: Magdelane "Magdalena" Wagler
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-78499
• Residence: 1851, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1871, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1911, Baden, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-139239
• Residence: 1852, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Amish
• Residence: 1861, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1868, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1871, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1871, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Amish
• Occupation: 1881, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1881, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1911, St. Agatha, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Income
• Residence: 1911, St. Agatha, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Amish

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Litwiller.--John L., son of Peter Litwiller, was born near St. Agatha, Ont. Sept. 25, 1842; died at his home near St. Agatha, Aug. 27, 1927; aged 84 y. 11 m. 2 d. He was married to Catharine Jantzi and this union was blessed with 3 sons and 1 daughter, 2 sons preceded him in death. He leaves a sorrowing widow (aged 80), 1 son (Peter J.), and 1 daughter (Mrs. Isaac Wagler, with whom he was staying ever since he retired), 20 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren. In his youth he united with the Amish Mennonite Church and remained a faithful member till the end. We need not weep as those who have no hope, as he waited so long for his Savior to take him home. Funeral services were conducted at the Amish Mennonite Church near St. Agatha, Aug. 31, by Daniel Jutzi, Jonas Litwiller and Daniel Steinman. Interment in the near by cemetery.

John married Catherina Jantzie 2 Jun 1868, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Catherina (daughter of Michael Jantzi and Maria Boshart) was born 7 Jul 1847, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 29 Dec 1936; was buried , Saint Agatha Mennonite Cemetery, St. Agatha, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Catherina Litwiller
• Name: Catherine Yantzie
• Name: Katie Jantzi
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-122160
• Residence: 1852, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Amish
• Residence: 1868, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1871, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Amish
• Residence: 1881, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1911, St. Agatha, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Amish

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Litwiller.-Katherine (Jantzi) Litwiller was born near St. Agatha, Ont., July 7, 1847; died Dec. 29, 1936; aged 89 y. 5 m. 22 d. Early in life she accepted Christ as her Savior and remained faithful to the end. Death to her was only the gateway to eternal glory. Her's truly was a life of service and devotion to her Master. She was always ready to lend a helping hand to those around her as long as health permitted. On June 2, 1868, she was united in holy matrimony to Bro. John Litwiller. To this union were born 3 sons and 1 daughter. Michael died in infancy. Her husband preceded her Aug. 27, 1927. She lived in widowhood 9 y. 4 m. 2 d. She leaves 1 daughter (Katie- Mrs. Isaac Wagler)20 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren, 2 brothers (Jacob of Atwood, Moses of Fergus), 2 sisters (Mrs. John B. Jutzi and Mrs. Jacob Gascho of Michigan); 1 sister, and 10 brothers having preceded her. Funeral services were conducted by Bro. Benjamin Gingerich from Psa. 90 at the house, by Bro. Peter Nafziger from Acts 9 :36-41, Bro. Moses 0. Jantzi from Psa. 123; also a word of testimony by Bro. Jacob H. Bender. Interment in adjoining cemetery.