Deacon Isaiah B. Witmer

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• Eby ID Number: 00003-605.6
• Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Dunkard
• Occupation: 1894, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Occupation: 1901, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Teacher
• Occupation: 1911, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1911, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1921, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1921, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1929, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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Witmer. --- Isaiah B., son of Isaac Witmer and Leah Baer, was born March 16, 1874, in Wilmot Twp., Ont.; passed away suddenly Aug. 29, 1950; aged 76 y. 5 m. 13 d. June 20, 1894, he was united in marriage to Jemima Swartz. This union was blessed with 5 sons (Willard, Leslie, Joyce*, Homer, and Lincoln), and 4 daughters (Stella-Mrs. John Kehl, Lily-Mrs. Arthur Snyder, Etta-Mrs. Emanuel Swartzentruber, and Susie-Mrs. Ed Knechtel). He is also survived by 26 grandchildren, and 19 great-grandchildren, 2 brothers (Wesley and Edmund), and 5 sisters (Emma-Mrs. William Spaetzel, Nancy-Mrs. Jacob Spaetzel, Tina-Mrs. Noah Otterbein, Rebecca-Mrs. Enoch Gingrich, and Sarah-Mrs. Sam Schmidt). He accepted Christ at the age of eighteen and was faithful to his Lord until death. In 1923 he was ordained to the office of deacon; he served faithfully for twenty-seven years. He was also a conference member of the Welfare Board. He delighted in studying God's Word. His kindly counsel and advice will be missed by his friends. Funeral services were held Sept. 1 at the Latschar Mennonite Church, Manheim, Ont., in charge of Oiah Horst, assisted by Moses Roth. Text: Matt. 24: 44.

Gospel Herald - Volume XLIII, Number 49 - December 5, 1950 --- page 1205, 1206

Isaiah married Jemima Schwartz 20 Jun 1894, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Jemima (daughter of Abraham H. Swartz and Susannah Bergey) was born 5 Sep 1875, Brant Twp., Bruce Co., Ontario, Canada; died 1971; was buried , Mannheim Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Stella Viola Kehl
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-23470
• Residence: 1911, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1921, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Domestic, Father's farm
• Residence: 1921, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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Kehl, John William, 95, Cambridge, Ont. Born: Aug. 25, 1895, Huron Co., Ont., to William and Barbara (Rickert) Kehl. Died: June 22, 1991, Cambridge, Ont. survivors - wife: Stella Witmer; children: Esther Rose Horner, Alice Kehl; 6 grandchildren, great-grandchildren. Predeceased by: Clifford (son). Funeral and burial: June 26, First Mennonite Church, by Rudy Baergen. He was ordained deacon in 1941 and served the First Mennonite Church.

Gospel Herald Volume 84, Number 30 July 23, 1991 - page 15.

Stella — John William Kehl. John (son of William Kehl and Barbara Rickert) was born 25 Aug 1895, , Huron Co., Ontario, Canada; died 22 Jun 1991, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Lillie May Snyder
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-23471
• Residence: 1911, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1968, 48 Brewery St., Baden, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Lillie married Arthur K. Snyder 22 Sep 1920, Mannheim, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Arthur (son of Amos B. Snyder and Mary Ann Kuntzenhauser) was born 16 Jun 1895, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 9 Apr 1968, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Wilmot Mennonite (formerly Geiger) Cemetery, Wilmot, Waterloo Region, Ontario. [Group Sheet]

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• Business: Baden, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Witmer's General Store
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• Name: Willard Witmer
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-22871P
• Residence: 1911, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Elected Office: 1954, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Reeve/Mayor
• Elected Office: 1955, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Warden for the County of Waterloo

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Witmer, Willard, son of Isaiah and Jemima (Swartz) Witmer, was born in Wilmot Twp., Ont., May 10, 1898; died at Stratford General Hospital, from cancer, Dec. 27, 1967; aged 69 y. 7 m. 17 d. On Mar. 31, 1920, he was married to Avon Snyder, who survives. Also surviving are 3 children (Gordon, Eileen-Mrs. Kenneth Reier, and Esther-Mrs. Ralph Holmberg), his mother, 4 brothers (Leslie, Joyce, Homer, and Lincoln), and 4 sisters (Stella-Mrs. John Kehl, Lilly-Mrs. Arthur Snider, Etta-Mrs. Emmanuel Swartzentruber, and Susie-Mrs. Edward Knechtel). He was a member of the Mannheim Church, where funeral services were held Dec. 30, with Gordon Bauman and Osiah Horst officiating.

Gospel Herald - Volume LXI, Number 7 - February 20, 1968, p. 159, 160

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Former County Warden Witmer Dies In Hospital

J. Willard Witmer, a former warden of Waterloo County, and former Reeve of Wilmot Township, died December 27 at Stratford Hospital after a brief Illness at the age of 69.

The late Mr. Witmer farmed in Wilmot Township for many years and owned and operated Witmer's General Store in Baden for 18 years, retiring two years ago.

He was active In Wilmot township politics, serving as reeve from 1954 to 1960 and was a member of Wilmot council for 14 years. He was warden of Waterloo County in 1955.

Mr. Witmer was born May 10, 1898 in Wilmot, a son of Mrs. Isaiah Witmer of Kitchener and the late Mr. Witmer and was a life long resident of this area. He was a member of the Mannheim Mennonite Church and was a Sunday School teacher and a former member of the church council.

Surviving besides his wife, the former Avon Snyder whom he married on March 31, 1920 in Waterloo Township, are his mother, who lives In Kitchener; one son, Gordon E., Kitchener; two daughters, Mrs. Kenneth (Eileen) Reier, RR1, New Dundee, and Mrs. Ralph (Esther) Holmberg, Waterloo; four brothers, Rev. Leslie, Baden; Joyce and Lincoln, both of Kitchener, and Homer, Bridgeport; four sisters, Mrs. John (Stella) Kelil, and Mrs. Emmanuel (Etta) Swartzentruber, both of Kitchener; Mrs. Arthur (LUy) Snyder, Baden, and Mrs. Edward (Susie) Knechtel, RR 2, Petersburg; 13 grandchildren and one great-grandson. He was predeceased by one son, Calvin and three grandchildren.

The service was held at Mannheim Mennonite Church Saturday afternoon with Rev. Gordon Bauman officiating and burial followed in the adjoining cemetery. The Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home was In charge.

Joseph married Avon Bechtel Snyder 31 Mar 1920, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Avon (daughter of Christian B. Snyder and Esther Bechtel) was born 29 Sep 1899, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1988; was buried , Mannheim Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-23472

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-23473
• Residence: 1911, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1921, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer's Son
• Residence: 1921, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1925, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer

Leslie married Elma E. Bachert 20 Jul 1925, Petersburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Elma (daughter of Gideon Bachert and Magdalena Eby) was born 11 Mar 1901, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 4 Feb 1982, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Shantz Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Township, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Etta Trevila Swartzentruber
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-158531
• Residence: 1911, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1921, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Etta — Emanual Swartzentruber. Emanual (son of Joseph E. Schwartzentruber and Magdalena "Mattie" Schultz) was born 16 Aug 1899, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 7 Dec 1980, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Memory Gardens Cemetery, Breslau, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Susannah Leah Knechtel
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-298188
• Residence: 1911, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1921, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1926, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Domestic

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Knechtel Sussanna Leah (Susie) - At Fairview Mennonite Home, Cambridge, on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 1998, Susie Knechtel (nee Witmer) age 93 years. Mrs. Knechtel was an active member of Mannheim Mennonite Church, the Sunday School and the WMS of the Church. Predeceased by her parents; her husband Edward (founder of Knechtel Wholesale Grocers) in 1975; four brothers Willard, Leslie, Homer and Lincoln Witmer; three sister Stella Kehl, Lilly Snyder and Etta Schwartzentruber. Loving mother of Cranson Knechtel and his wife Mary of Toronto, Martha Huber and her husband John of RR2, Petersburg; sister of Joyce Witmer and his wife Reta; sister-in-law of Edna Witmer all of Kitchener. Sadly missed by eight grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; daughter-in-law Doris Knechtel of Waterloo; many nieces and nephews. Friends and relatives may call at the Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home, 621 King St. W, Kitchener, today (Friday) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. There will be a private family interment at Mannheim Mennonite Cemetery on Saturday followed by a memorial service for relatives and friends at Fairview Mennonite Home Auditorium, 515 Langs Dr., Cambridge at 2 p.m. with Rev. David Tiessen officiating.

Unidentified Newspaper Obituary

Susannah married Edward B. Knechtel 8 Sep 1926, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Edward (son of Solomon Knechtel and Lydia Bechtel) was born Jul 1903, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1975; was buried , Mannheim Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-158533
• Residence: 1911, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1921, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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WITMER, Joyce Victor - Went home to be with His Lord, on Saturday, August 26, 2006 at St. Mary's Hospital, Kitchener. Joyce resided at Nithview Home, New Hamburg and was formerly of Kitchener. He was born in Waterloo Township, 98 years ago on August 11, 1908 a son of the late Isaiah and Jemima (Swartz) Witmer. Joyce was a founding and active member at Calvary Mennonite Church, Ayr. He had been a dairy farmer and a vendor at Kitchener Farmers Market for many years. Beloved husband of the late Laverne Shantz who predeceased him October 2, 1988. Loving father of Keith and Joy Witmer of RR3 Allenford, Dave and June Witmer of Shakespeare and Marlene and Bill Harvey of Kitchener. Sadly missed by grandchildren Brian and Denise Witmer, Judy and Grant Gibson, Robert Witmer, Greg and Judy Witmer, Wendy Brandon, Donna and Scott Snyder, Steve and Carolyn Witmer, Debra and Bruce Strong and Faye and Richard Gils; by great-grandchildren, Ashley, Travis, Kyle, Mason, Jakob, Michael, Matthew, Amanda, Tyler, Jessica, Leah, Kristy, Liam, Julia and great-great-granddaughter, Elexis. Also remembered by sisters-in-law, Edna Witmer and Olive Lichty, both of Kitchener, Lorene Shantz of New Hamburg and Dorothy Shantz of RR2 Petersburg. Joyce was the last surviving member of his immediate family, having been predeceased by sisters and brothers Stella and John Kehl, Lily and Arthur Snyder, Willard and Avon Witmer, Leslie and Elma Witmer, Etta and Emanuel Swartzentruber, Susie and Edward Knechtel, Homer and Reta Witmer, and Lincoln Witmer. Friends and relatives may call at Mark Jutzi Funeral Home, 291 Huron St., New Hamburg, today (Monday) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at Mannheim Mennonite Church on Tuesday August 29, 2006 at 2 p.m. with Pastors Lloyd Oakey and Amsey Martin officiating. Burial to follow in the adjoining cemetery. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to Calvary Mennonite Church, Nithview Home or the charity of ones choice. Our deepest thanks to the 5th Floor Nurses and Doctors at St. Mary's and the Staff at Nithview Home for the wonderful care given to our dad.

The Record 28 Aug 2006

Joyce — Laverne Shantz. Laverne (daughter of Samuel C. Shantz and Mary Ellen Hallman) was born 6 Jun 1912; died 2 Oct 1988, Mannheim Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-158535
• Residence: 1911, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1921, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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• Name: Lincoln Witmer
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-298191
• Residence: 1921, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Abram — Edna Marie Snider. Edna (daughter of Elias S. Snider and Elmina Randall) was born 15 Sep 1912, German Mills (Kitchener), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 12 Oct 2007. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Pearl Bechtel
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-37643

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BECHTEL, Pearl - Died on Wednesday. April 1. 1998, at St. Mary's General Hospital, Kitchener, Pearl Bechtel, who resided in New Hamburg. She was born in Wilmot township. 78 years ago, a daughter of the late Arthur and Lilly Mae (Witmer) Snyder. She was a member of Hillcrest Mennonite Church, New Hamburg, where she was a member of the WMSC. She had retired from Zehrs Market. New Hamburg after 17 years of service. She was a volunteer at the Thrift Shop, (MCC) New Hamburg, and was a member of the Mannheim Seniors. Pearl enjoyed cross-stitching, quilting, gardening and flowers as her hobbies. Beloved wife of Delfred Earl Bechtel, whom she married 57 years ago. on November 30, 1940. Loving mother of Muriel and Marvin Bowman of New Hamburg. Gerald and Sheila Bechtel of Elmira. Nancy and Jacob Schwartzentruber of Baden. Brenda Neave of Kitchener. Beverly and John Harold Subject of Brussels. Darlene and Paul Wegford of New Hamburg. Ever remembered by 15 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Dear sister. Ethel Roth of Baden, Ruth and Lorne Bowman of Kitchener and Vernice and Myrtle Snyder of New Hamburg. Pearl was predeceased by a brother, Ray and a brother-in-law. Henry Roth. Friends and relatives may call at the Mark Jutzi Funeral Home, 291 Huron St.. New Hamburg. tonight (Friday) from 7-9 p.m. and Saturday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Sunday a family burial service will be held at Riverside Cemetery, New Hamburg at 2: 30 p.m. followed by the memorial service at Hillcrest Mennonite Church at 3.p.m., with Pastor Maurice Martin officiating.

The Record newspaper 2 Apr 1998

Pearl married Delfred Earl Bechtel 30 Nov 1940. Delfred (son of Owen Snyder Bechtel and Melissa Knechtel) was born 24 Mar 1921, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 19 Apr 2003, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Riverside Cemetery, New Hamburg, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Ethel Roth
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-267769

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ROTH, Ethel Passed away on Monday, August 6, 2012 at her residence Nithview Community, New Hamburg. Ethel was formerly of Baden and was born 88 years ago in Wilmot Township. She was the daughter of the late Arthur K. and Lilly (Witmer) Snyder. Beloved wife of the late Henry Roth who predeceased her October 29, 1990. Loving mother of Connie and Rick Shantz of Baden, Pat and Bob Roi of R.R. # 1 Millgrove, Wanda Zwaag and Howie Brohman of Kitchener, Brian and Deborah Roth of New Hamburg, Sandy and James Shantz of Baden, Dennis and Luanne Roth of St. Agatha, Marcia and Chris Kastner of Baden. Sadly missed by 13 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Missed by her sister Ruth and Lorne Bowman of Kitchener, brother Vernice and Myrtle Snyder of New Hamburg, brothers-in-law Silvin Roth, Freeman and Carolyn Roth and Jack Watson. Ethel was predeceased by a daughter Penny, granddaughter Sherri Ann Roi, sister Pearl and Delford Bechtel, brother Ray, sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law Ruby Roth, Nelson and Helen Roth, Luella and Lloyd Zehr and Nelda Watson. Ethel was a member of Wilmot Mennonite Church, New Hamburg. Family and friends may call at the Mark Jutzi Funeral Home , 291 Huron Street, New Hamburg on Thursday August 9, 2012 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A private family interment in Wilmot Mennonite Cemetery will take place prior to the funeral service. The funeral service will take place on Friday, August 10, 2012 at 3:00 p.m. at Wilmot Mennonite Church, (2995 Bleams Road, New Hamburg) with Pastor Gerald Schwartzentruber officiating. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the Mennonite Central Committee. A special thank you to the staff at Nithview Community for your wonderful and compassionate care for our mom and our family. On line condolences and donation information available at www.markjutzifuneralhomes.ca

Ethel — Henry L. Roth. Henry (son of Nicholas S. Roth and Leah Lichti) was born 21 Feb 1922; died 29 Oct 1990; was buried , Wilmot Mennonite (formerly Geiger) Cemetery, Wilmot, Waterloo Region, Ontario. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Ruth Bowman
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-141283

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BOWMAN, Ruth (nee Snyder) Ruth passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 11, 2016 at the age of 89 after a long struggle with dementia. Ruth had a heart of gold and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She was a faithful member of the Erb Street Mennonite Church and a provider of unconditional love and support to her family. She was the loving wife of the late Lorne Bowman who predeceased her in 2014. Dear mother of Jeff (predeceased) (Anne), Terry (Donna), Steve (Carole), Murray (Linda), and Jennifer (Kris). Ruth will be sadly missed by 12 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and brother Vernice Snyder (Myrtle). Predeceased by her parents, Arthur and Lilly (nee Witmer) Snyder; sisters, Pearl Bechtel (Delfred), Ethel Roth (Henry); and brother, Ray. Friends are invited to share memories of Ruth with her family during visitation at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King St. S., Waterloo on Monday, October 17, 2016 from 6 - 9 p.m. The Memorial Service to celebrate her life and faith will take place at Erb Street Mennonite Church, 131 Erb St. W., Waterloo on Tuesday, October 18, 2016 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Doug Hatlem officiating. A luncheon will immediately follow the service at the church. Cremation has taken place and the interment will be held at Erb Street Mennonite Cemetery following lunch.

The Waterloo Region Record, 13 Oct. 2016

Ruth — Lorne C. Bowman. Lorne (son of Michael B. Bowman and Mary Ann Cressman) was born 15 Sep 1931; died 16 Aug 2014; was buried , Erb Street Mennonite Cemetery, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-214666

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SNYDER, Vernice Witmer. It is with heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of Vernice, after a short, but courageous battle with cancer, on Tuesday, November 17th, 2020, at St. Mary's Hospital, in his 90th year. Beloved husband and best friend for over 66 years of Myrtle (Snyder)Snyder. Proud and devoted father to Duane Snyder(Marion), Gwen Snyder and Pam Townsend. Adored grandpa of Tim(Ashley), Scott, and Matthew(Peter) Snyder; Jessica Kolaritsch, Chelsi(Kevin) Rego, Jason(Pam) Kolaritsch; John(Julie), Trevor(Christy), and Tyler(Ali) Townsend. Cherished great-grandfather to 10. Sadly missed by his sister-in-law, Betty Yantzi as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. Vernice was born in Wilmot Township on July 2nd, 1931, son of the late Arthur and Lily (Witmer) Snyder. He was the last of his family, predeceased by his siblings. Vernice married the love of his life, Myrtle, on March 5th, 1955 and together they raised their three beautiful children in a home full of love and laughter. He owned and operated a trucking company for many years. Vernice also worked as a farmer, tour bus driver and was a helping hand to anyone in need. He was an honest, hardworking man who became an instant friend to anyone who was lucky enough to meet him. He loved a good joke and was known as a prankster extraordinaire. Vernice had a passsion for bowling, motorcycles, cars, antique tractors, but his greatest joy by far was his family, and their many trips to the cottage on Chesley Lake and Florida. He was a true family man and loyal friend who will be forever loved and missed.

In keeping with Vernice's wishes, cremation has taken place. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, a public celebration of Vernice's life will be announced by the family at a later date. In Lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the cancer society. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Mark Jutzi Funeral Home.

2022. Markjutzifuneralhomes.Ca. https://www.markjutzifuneralhomes.ca/memorials/vernice-snyder/4428124/obit.php?&printable=true.

Vernice — Myrtle Kathleen Snyder. Myrtle (daughter of Delton N. Snyder and Beatrice Miller) was born 5 Apr 1933, Baden, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 23 Nov 2021, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Shantz Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Township, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-217300

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ERNEST ROTH, GLEN SCHWARTZENTRUBER, RAYMOND SNYDER

Kitchener, July 22 - Motoring to Au Gres, Michigan yesterday to attend the funeral of a brother, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Roth, of Baden, were reached as they prepared to cross the border at Sarnia and informed their son, Ernest, 21, had been killed with two friends in a railway crossing crash near their home. Today they arranged for the funeral of their young son. The other victims were Glen Schwartzentruber, 16, and Raymond Snyder, 11. All were Mennonites. The three were killed instantly when struck by a Canadian National Railways train in charge of Edward Milner, Toronto, conductor, and William Flint, Toronto, engineer, on a crossing leading to the Samuel Roth farm. They were returning from a field, where they had been dusting potatoes. Roth, who was married to the former Mildred Roth last September, also is survived by his parents, one brother, Calvin, and two sisters, Agness and Mrs. Rufus Bender, Baden. Schwartzentruber, a son of Mr. And Mrs. Simon Schwartzentruber, is survived by his parents, six brothers, Arthur, Nyle, Clare, Elverne, Simon and Waybe, and six sisters, Leona, Ellen, Erma, Rita, Ruth and Arlene, all at home. Snyder is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Snyder; a brother, Vernus, at hoem, and three sisters, Mrs. Pearl Bechtel, Mrs. Ethel Roth and Ruth Snyder, all of Baden.


Kitchener Daily Record 23 Jul 1947

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Snyder.-Ray, son of Arthur and Lilly (Witmer) Snyder, was born in Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Co., Ont., Jan. 13, 1936; died July 21, 1947; aged 11 y. 6 m. 8 d. He met his death along with Glen Schwartzentruber and Ernest Timothy Roth, in a railway crossing accident on the farm of Samuel S. Roth, near Baden, Ont. Surviving are his parents, one grandfather (Isaiah Witmer, Kitchener, Ont.), one brother (Vernus), 3 sisters (Pearl-Mrs. Delford Bechtel, Ethel-Mrs. Henry Roth, and Ruth, all of Baden, Ont.), and many other relatives and friends. He confessed Christ as his Saviour in a personal interview with James Martin. He was a bright and cheerful boy. Funeral services were held at the home, in charge of James Martin, followed by joint services at the Geiger Church, New Hamburg, Ont., in charge of James Martin, Osiah Horst, and Curtis Cressman. Burial was made in the adjoining cemetery, in a double grave.


Gospel Herald - Volume XL, Number 25 - September 16, 1947 - pp. 542, 543

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-76828P

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Calvin Witmer

Calvin Witmer, 23, of Baden died last night at the K-W Hospital following a lengthy illness. He was an employee of Wilmot Township's works department. Mr. Witmer was born in Waterloo Township, April 2, 1929, son of Mr. and Mrs. Willard Witmer of Baden. His wife, the former Claudine Atto, survives. He was a member of Calvary Memorial Evangelical UB Church. Surviving, in addition to his parents and wife, are one brother, Gordon, RR 2, Kitchener, and two sisters, Mrs. Kenneth (Eileen) Reier of New Dundee and Mrs. Leonard (Esther) Kulack of Windsor. The body will be at the RatzBechtel Funeral Home until noon Tuesday when removal will be made to Calvary Church for funeral at 2 p.m., with interment in Latchshaw Cemetery, Mannheim. Rev. A. E. Pletch will officiate.

Kitchener-Waterloo Record 21 Mar 1953 pg 5

Calvin — Claudine Elizabeth Atto. Claudine (daughter of Claude Burton Atto and Rachel E. Martin) was born 1929, , Ontario, Canada; died 1 Mar 2016, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Parkview Cemetery, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Eileen Alice Reier
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-256978

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REIER, Eileen Passed away peacefully at University Gates Long Term Care Home in Waterloo on Friday, April 28, 2017, at the age of 92 years. Best friend and wife of the late Kenneth Reier (2013) for 68 years. Much loved mother of Gordon (Doris) Reier, Dianne Bailey, Sharon (Andre 2009, Brian Skerrett) Blom, Keith (Elizabeth) Reier, and Margaret (Jon) Tobin. Long-time foster mother of Cheryl and Clarence Michael Cachagee. Sister of Esther (Ralph) Holmberg. Grandma of Theresa and Todd Bailey, Brendan (Justine) Blom, Anton (Heidi) Blom, Sophie Blom, Kristen (Mark) Falkenburger, and Philip Reier. Great- grandma of Kailey Falkenburger, Talia, Naia, and Reuben Blom. Predeceased by her parents Willard and Avon (nee Snyder) Witmer, brothers Gordon (Eva) Witmer and Calvin Witmer, and sisters-in-law Lorene Willing and Jean Hornburg. Eileen will be remembered for her quiet strength. She was kind, compassionate, giving of herself to her family, her friends and to those she met through a life of service in the Mennonite faith. Over her lifetime she developed a love for gardening, music, many crafts and travel. As a young woman, she played the piano and organ and sang in a quartet. When her daughters were young she led a local 4H girls club. Eileen enjoyed quilting and led the Mannheim Mennonite Church quilting group for many years in creating a new quilt each year for the Mennonite Relief Sale. In later years, she enjoyed travelling in North America and Europe with her husband Kenneth. She volunteered in the craft rooms at Nithview and Fairview retirement homes. She will be missed by her many friends at Mannheim Mennonite Church and at her retirement residence at Fairview Home in Cambridge. Many thanks to the staff at University Gates Long Term Care for their kind care and support. A Visitation and Memorial Service celebrating the life of Eileen will take place at Erb & Good Family Funeral Home , 171 King Street South, Waterloo on Saturday, May 6, 2017. Visitation is at 2 p.m., followed by the service at 3 p.m. A reception will follow the service. Cremation has taken place. An interment ceremony will take place at Mannheim Mennonite Cemetery following the reception. Memorial donations to the Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) or the Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging Foundation can be arranged through the funeral home at www.erbgood.com or 519-745-8445.

Trees, Memorial, Funeral Homes, and Eileen Reier. 2022. "Eileen Reier Obituary". Tributearchive.Com. https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/24594580/eileen-reier.

Eileen — Kenneth Franklin Reier. Kenneth (son of Abia Reier and Ethel May "Effie" Eckstein) was born 29 Jun 1921, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 21 May 2013, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Mannheim Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-370472

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Gordon Witmer

12 MARCH, 1922 \endash 13 JANUARY, 2014

WITMER, Gordon It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of Gordon Witmer on January 13, 2014 at the age of 91. Beloved husband of the late Eva Witmer, fondly remembered by sons Cameron, William (Rita) and the two sisters and the late Shirley, Robert and Jimmy and parents Willard and Avon, and one brother. Grandfather of Robert Witmer, Ashley Witmer, Eric Witmer and Jimmy Snider and great-grandfather of Ciara and Eva. Visitation will be at Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home , 621 King St. W., Kitchener, ON, N2G 1C7 on Wednesday, January 15, 2014 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service on Thursday, January 16, 2014 at 11 a.m. in the funeral home Chapel. Interment to follow at Memory Gardens Cemetery. Donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Visit Gordon's memorial and share condolences online at www.ratzbechtelfuneralhome.com

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Gordon — Eva M. Battler. Eva (daughter of Morley Battler and Elfleda Hazel Becker) was born 7 Jan 1924; died 1992; was buried , Memory Gardens Cemetery, Breslau, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: June Frances Martin
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-157694

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MARTIN, June Frances - Passed away suddenly as a result of complications of surgery, on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at Bankside Terrace, Kitchener. June resided in Baden and was born 78 years ago in Norfolk County. She was the daughter of the late Leslie and Elma (Bachert) Witmer. Beloved wife of the late Lester Martin who predeceased her May 4, 1995. Dear mother of Karen and husband Ken Musselman of RR 1, Wellesley, Dennis and wife Joan Martin and Quentin and wife Sheila Martin all of Baden. Sadly missed by her grandchildren Kenten (April), Karla (Bill), Nicole (John), Lisa (Derek), Jackie (Steve), Kylie and Landon and great-grandchildren, Candice, Brayden, Adam, Joshua and Ashley. Also remembered by brothers-in-law, Arthur and wife Mary Martin of St. Jacobs, Floyd and wife Doreen Martin, Gerald and wife Peggy Martin all of RR 1, Waterloo; sister-in-law, Clarene Martin of Waterloo. June was predeceased by great-grandson, Luke (2006); brothers-in-law, Howard Martin and Orland and wife Virginia Martin. June was a member of Shantz Mennonite Church, RR 2, Baden and enjoyed quilting, sewing, painting and socializing with friends. Family and friends may call at the Mark Jutzi Funeral Home , 291 Huron St., New Hamburg on Sunday, April 6, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service to celebrate June's life will take place on Monday, April 7, 2008 at 2 p.m. at Shantz Mennonite Church, RR 2, Baden with Pastor Ellie Heubner officiating. Interment to follow in the church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to Mennonite Central Committee or St. Monica House, Kitchener.


Waterloo Region Record 5 Apr 2008

June — Lester S. Martin. Lester (son of Alfred C. Martin and Irene Sitler) was born 20 Mar 1927, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 4 May 1995, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Shantz Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Township, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-298196
• Residence: 1921, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-189917

Joseph — Dorothy Case. Dorothy (daughter of Joseph Earl Case and Ethel Davidson) was born 5 Jan 1922; died 15 Apr 2005. [Group Sheet]

Audrey — Thomas C. J. Charlton. [Group Sheet]

Martha — John Huber. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-85823

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KNECHTEL, Cranson - August 21, 1929-May 6, 2009. Honour your word. Believe in your dreams. Make a plan. Remember your roots. Question the unquestionable. Take charge of your life. Give a smile, lend an ear, take a chance, and always remember that you are NEVER too old to hug a tree. Lovingly remembered by wife, Mary Knechtel and children, Sharon Gingerich, Paul Knechtel (Debi), Maebelle Knechtel Bell (Russ), Joelle Rasi (Rob Ward); grandchildren, Charlene Nafziger (Darryn), Christina Gingerich (George Thomas), Susie Gingerich (Scott Schaub), Stephanie Gingerich (Joel Keller), Rob Knechtel, Rick Knechtel, Shannon Koebel, Sheena Koebel (Andre Panet-Raymond), Alexandra Rasi, Natasha Rasi; great-grandchildren, Aiden, Ella, Cranson, Nicola, Kate, Cohen, Quinton. Survived by sister, Martha Huber (John); brothers-in-law, Mervyn Villemaire (Claudette), James Villemaire ( Doris) and sister-in-law, Carol Villemaire. Predeceased by brother-in-law, Jerry Villemaire. Also remembered by Doris Knechtel and Steve Gingerich. Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation. Simple expressions of sympathy may be demonstrated by a donation to St. Mary's Hospital or the House of Friendship.

Cranson — Doris K. Yoder. [Group Sheet]

Cranson — Mary. [Group Sheet]

Howard — Joy Elizabeth Snider. (daughter of Ronald E. Snider and Lillian Mae "Lily" Baer) [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-172734
• Residence: 1962, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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Elmer Weston Witmer died peacefully at Freeport Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, Thursday, October 27, 2005, age 71. Devoted husband and best friend of the late Monica Witmer (July 4, 2004). Loving father of Denise Witmer (Paul Panagapka), Danny (Christine) Witmer, Debbie (Mike) Gordon and Dana (Rob) Waters. Fun loving and cherished grandpa of Lacey and Christine McAllister, Isaac Panagapka, Tyler and Brittany Witmer, Cameron and Nicole Gordon and Mitch and Brody Waters. Elmer will be greatly missed by his mother Edna Witmer and by his brothers and sisters Darcy (Donna) Witmer, Ross (Evelyn) Witmer, Lynne (late Frank) Hoffman, and by Joe (Liz) Witmer. He will be sadly missed by his extended family and by his many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his father Lincoln Witmer. Elmer was the owner of Witmer's Garage in St. Jacobs for over 36 years. His optimism and friendly smile warmed many hearts. Friends are invited, to share their memories of Elmer with his family at the Edward R. Good Funeral Home, 171 King Street South in Waterloo on Sunday, October 30, 2005 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A morning prayer service will be held in the funeral home on Monday, October 31, 2005 at 9: 30 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial at St. Michael's RC Church, 240 Hemlock Street, Waterloo at 10 a.m. with the Rev. James Malone as celebrant. The parish prayer service will be held at the funeral home on Sunday afternoon at 3: 45 p.m. Interment in Parkview Cemetery. In Elmer's memory, donations may be made to the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre or Cancer Research and can be arranged through the funeral home.

Elmer — Monica Marie Runstedler. Monica (daughter of Anthony Alexander Runstedler and Regina Cecilia Straus) was born 6 May 1935; died 4 Jul 2004; was buried , Parkview Cemetery, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Lynne — Franklin Reuben "Frank" Hoffman. (son of Harvey W. J. Hoffman and Ruby Emilie Doering) [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Muriel Aleen Bowman
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-157945

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BOWMAN, Muriel - Passed away on Tuesday, July 22, 2008, at Freeport Health Centre of Grand River Hospital, Kitchener. Muriel resided at Meneset Adult Community, R.R. 5, Goderich and was formerly of New Hamburg. She was born 66 years ago in Wilmot Township and was the daughter of the late Delfred and Pearl (Snyder) Bechtel. Beloved wife of Marvin Bowman whom she married March 5, 1960. Dear mother of Tim Bowman of Cambridge, Shelly Diebold and Wendy and husband Ken Krieck, all of Kitchener. Sadly missed by her grandson, Dallas. Also remembered by her brothers and sisters, Gerald and Sheila Bechtel of Elmira, Nancy Schwartzentruber of Baden, Brenda Neave and Gary Janes of Cambridge, Bev and Harold Subject of Brussels, Darlene Wegford of Baden and brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Lorne and Ruth Bowman of Kitchener, Leonard and Dorothy Bowman of Florida and Dorothy and Ralph Rogers of Goderich. Muriel was predeceased by brother-in-law, Jake Schwartzentruber. Muriel was a member of Zion United Church, New Hamburg and also the Ladies of the Lake Red Hat Society. Muriel and Marvin spent their winters at Holiday Condo in Fort Myers, Florida. Cremation has taken place. A memorial visitation will take place at the Mark Jutzi Funeral Home , 291 Huron Street, New Hamburg on Friday, July 25, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The memorial service to celebrate Muriel's life will be announced in Thursday's edition of the Record. Interment in Memory Gardens, Breslau. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Freeport Health Centre Palliative Care Unit.

Waterloo Region Record 23 Jul 2008

Muriel — Marvin Bowman. (son of Michael B. Bowman and Mary Ann Cressman) [Group Sheet]

Nancy — Jacob "Jake" Schwartzentruber. (son of Allan Schwartzentruber and Winnifred Roth) [Group Sheet]

Brenda — Ronald Lorne Baechler. (son of Lorne Baechler and Anna Yantzi) [Group Sheet]

Darlene — Paul Clarence George Wegford. (son of Clarence Peter Wegfahrt and Martha Catherine Hoerle) [Group Sheet]

Sandra — James Robert Shantz. (son of Robert C. Shantz and Lena Mabel Albrecht) [Group Sheet]

Gordon — Doris Eileen Martin. (daughter of Henry A. Martin and Annie S. Martin) [Group Sheet]

Sharon — Stephen Aaron Gingerich. (son of Isaiah Gingerich and Marian Gingerich) [Group Sheet]