Rose Evelyn PLETCHER

PLETCHER, SWARTZENDRUBER, MILLER

Posted By: Sarah Thorson Little (email)
Date: 10/7/2006 at 19:28:55

Rose Evelyn Pletcher, daughter of Edd C. and Dora (Swartzendruber) Pletcher, was born near Clarion, Iowa, Jan. 8, 1914; died at her home April 25, 1935; aged 21 y. 3 m. 17 d. When one year old her parents moved to a farm near Manson, Iowa, where Evelyn grew to young womanhood. At the age of 10 years she became seriously ill with heart trouble and other complications. She recovered but never regained her former health or strength. Last September her affliction again became more serious and her health has been failing steadily since. At times her suffering was intense, especially during the last two weeks of her life. Last Thursday she was called from pain and suffering and we are confident that she is at rest with Christ her Savior. At the early age of 12 years she was baptized as a member of the Mennonite Church, and her life since has always been a bright testimony of her saving faith in Jesus. Evelyn was of a quiet, patient, and loving disposition, and beloved of those who knew her. She took a great interest in her Sunday school work and Bible study, and was always present at divine services when her health permitted. Although she never enjoyed the best of health, she exercised great patience and never complained of her lot in life. "Beneath the cross of Jesus, I fain would take my stand," was her favorite hymn, and truly she lived the sentiment expressed in this song. Surviving are her parents and 2 sisters (Mrs. Orval Miller of Manson, and Minnie Eloise at home), 2 nephews and 1 niece (Edward, Durward, and Nellie Mae Miller); the maternal grandparents (Bro. and Sister Elias Swartzendruber of Manson), and the paternal grandmother (Mrs. Rebecca Pletcher of Clarion, Iowa), with many other relatives and a wide circle of friends. Twin brothers preceded her, dying in infancy. Funeral services were held April 27 at the Mennonite Church by Bro. Nick Stoltzfus. Text, Luke 8:52. Interment in Rose Hill Cemetery.

"Evelyn, now your room is empty,And you now we see no more; But we hope some day to meet you, Over on the other shore."

Gospel Herald - May 16,1935