Bender. - Daniel T., eldest and last surviving son of Joseph and Magdalena (Swartzendruber) Bender, was born in Somerset Co., Pa., Jan. 16, 1845. He came with his parents to Johnson Co., Ia., at the age of 12 and for 77 years lived in the same community and for nearly 65 years lived on the particular farm on which he passed out of this life Sept. 29, 1934, at the advanced age of 89 y. 8 m. 13 d. He united with the Amish Mennonite Church in his youth and remained a faithful and consistent member until death. He was a man who possessed a meek and quiet spirit, rather unassuming yet stood firmly for such principles as he believed to be in accordance with God's Word and contributed to the highest welfare of his family and friends. His kindly disposition won for him a large circle of friends. On Jan. 3, 1869, he was united in marriage by Bishop Abner Yoder to Louisa Sindlinger and for more than 64 years they together shared the joys and sorrows of life, as well as experiencing the hardships that accompanied life in the pioneer days of this community. They did much to pave the way for a thrifty, prosperous Christian community and we are enjoying many fruits of their labors to this day. This union was blessed with 3 daughters and 2 sons (Lena, wife of Chris J. Swartzendruber; Amanda (deceased), wife of Amos Miller; Katie, wife of Geo. Eash, Joseph D. and Amelius D., all of Wellman, Ia.). Their home was also opened to Vena Miller who was received as one of the family until this day. He leaves 4 children, 24 grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends. His wife preceded him in death March 24, 1933. He seemed in usual health until one week before his death. He failed slightly, but not confined to his home until Friday evening he had a severe attack and suffered much pain until the next morning, when the end came and he peacefully passed away. Funeral services were held Oct. 1, at the West Union Church conducted by John Y. Swartzendruber and Ray F. Yoder of Wakarusa, Ind., and assisted by J. L. Hershberger in German. Texts, I Thes. 4:11,12; Psa. 17:15.
Bender. - Daniel T., eldest and last surviving son of Joseph and Magdalena (Swartzendruber) Bender, was born in Somerset Co., Pa., Jan. 16, 1845. He came with his parents to Johnson Co., Ia., at the age of 12 and for 77 years lived in the same community and for nearly 65 years lived on the particular farm on which he passed out of this life Sept. 29, 1934, at the advanced age of 89 y. 8 m. 13 d. He united with the Amish Mennonite Church in his youth and remained a faithful and consistent member until death. He was a man who possessed a meek and quiet spirit, rather unassuming yet stood firmly for such principles as he believed to be in accordance with God's Word and contributed to the highest welfare of his family and friends. His kindly disposition won for him a large circle of friends. On Jan. 3, 1869, he was united in marriage by Bishop Abner Yoder to Louisa Sindlinger and for more than 64 years they together shared the joys and sorrows of life, as well as experiencing the hardships that accompanied life in the pioneer days of this community. They did much to pave the way for a thrifty, prosperous Christian community and we are enjoying many fruits of their labors to this day. This union was blessed with 3 daughters and 2 sons (Lena, wife of Chris J. Swartzendruber; Amanda (deceased), wife of Amos Miller; Katie, wife of Geo. Eash, Joseph D. and Amelius D., all of Wellman, Ia.). Their home was also opened to Vena Miller who was received as one of the family until this day. He leaves 4 children, 24 grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends. His wife preceded him in death March 24, 1933. He seemed in usual health until one week before his death. He failed slightly, but not confined to his home until Friday evening he had a severe attack and suffered much pain until the next morning, when the end came and he peacefully passed away. Funeral services were held Oct. 1, at the West Union Church conducted by John Y. Swartzendruber and Ray F. Yoder of Wakarusa, Ind., and assisted by J. L. Hershberger in German. Texts, I Thes. 4:11,12; Psa. 17:15.
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