Jacob J. SWARTZENDRUBER

SWARTZENDRUBER, YODER

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Date: 10/2/2006 at 02:17:30

Jacob J. Swartzendruber was born near Grantsville, Md., June 17, 1848; died Nov. 8, 1922, at his home near Shickley, Nebr., aged 74 y. 4 m. 21 d. In his youth he moved to Johnson County, Iowa, where he grew to manhood. On Feb. 9, 1873, he was united in marriage to Mary Yoder, living in matrimony 48 years. To this union were born 9 children, 3 of whom died in infancy. Early in life he united with the Amish Mennonite Church and on Nov. 17, 1889, he was ordained to the ministry, serving in that capacity for nearly 33 years. In 1895 he and his companion moved to Wright County, Iowa, and in 1907 to Filmore County, Nebr., where he resided until death. He leaves to mourn his departure, 4 brothers, 3 sisters, 6 children, 11 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren. The deceased was a sufferer of cancer, bearing his afflictions patiently. Funeral services were conducted by Bro. E. J. Berkey of Oronogo, Mo., and Bro. Clayton F. Derstine of Eureka, Ill. His body was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery.

"Father again we hope to meet thee,
When the day of life is fled,
Then in heaven with joy to greet thee,
Where no farewell tears are shed."

Gospel Herald - Volume XV, Number 35
November 30, 1922, page 687