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     Margaret J. Shaffer was born on 5 August 1927.² She married George Edward Baumert Jr. in 1944.¹ Margaret J. Shaffer died on 2 December 2018, at age 91.²
Funeral home obituary:
Margaret J. Baumert
August 5, 1927 - December 2, 2018
Margaret Jean Baumert of Herndon, PA, entered into her heavenly home Sunday, December 2, 2018. She was born to the late George Shaffer and Sarah Troutman Shaffer on August 5, 1927.
She was a beautiful woman of faith who loved God and trusted Him for everything in her life. She loved her family more than life, and always looked forward to family get-togethers. She enjoyed the time she spent with all of her family. She was a very compassionate, loving, kind, and generous person who would do anything for anybody. If she saw a need, she would willingly share what little she had to help another. She was deeply loved and cherished by her family. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren affectionately called her "Mem." They loved going to Mem's house to play cards, talk, and just laugh and have fun with Mem. There were times when Mem would crack a joke, and in the process crack herself up, laughing that hearty "dutch" laugh that was uniquely her own. Margaret was a great cook, and shared her tasty food with not just family, but any visitor(s) who would come to the house. She made sure no one ever left her house hungry. She made everyone feel welcome in her home. She enjoyed gospel and country music, watching the Hallmark Channel, and viewing old family videos with her family. She never left a loved one leave the house without a hug, kiss, and "I Love You." She spoke fluent Pennsylvania Dutch. She was invited to travel with family and enjoyed every moment to see and experience new things. She looked forward to the yearly family reunions where she would catch up with long distance family.
She was married to George Edward Baumert for 40 years. She was a homemaker who worked alongside her husband on the family-owned dairy farm, while raising 10 children. She was a hard worker who also enjoyed life. She was content with what she had and always considered herself blessed that God had given her such a wonderful family. She prayed daily for everyone and everything. She was a wonderful example of the Proverbs 31 woman to her family.
Margaret is survived by her children Ruby & Guy Brown, Barbara & Larry Adams, George & Debra Baumert, Sandra & Larry Bolton, Jean & Charles Erdman, Shirl & Merlin Derck, Debra & Thomas Donmoyer, Kevin & Sherri Baumert, Ricky Baumert; 11 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren (and one on the way!); Siblings, William "Bill" Shaffer (Cleo), Anna Mae Mentzer (Lanston - deceased), Eugene "Gene" Shaffer (Shirley).
She is preceded in death by her husband George Edward Baumert, and her son David Baumert; siblings Roy Shaffer (Catherine - deceased), and George "Bud" Shaffer (Lorraine - deceased), Norman Shaffer, and a brother in infancy; Half-Siblings, Myrlie Grimm (Lee - deceased), John Shaffer (Veronica - deceased), Felix Shaffer, and Sara Shaffer-Latsha.²

     Earl M. Drumheller was born on 22 February 1943, Rebuck, Northumberland County, PA.² He was the son of Marvin David Drumheller and Viola A. Rebuck.¹ Earl M. Drumheller died on 29 September 2025, Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, Montour County, PA, at age 82.²
Funeral home obituary:
Earl M. Drumheller
February 22, 1943 - September 29, 2025
LECK KILL - Earl Drumheller, age 82, of Leck Kill, Pennsylvania died September 29, 2025, at Geisinger Medical Center. He was born on February 22, 1943 in Rebuck, PA the son of the late Marvin Drumheller and Viola (Rebuck) Drumheller. Earl was a 1961 graduate of Mahanoy Joint High School. He retired as Postmaster from the United States Postal Service with 35 years of service. For most of his adult life, he also worked at and eventually owned Drumheller's store.
Earl was a member of Himmel's Church, Rebuck.
Earl is survived by his daughter Crystal Richard(John Costello); sons Brandon Drumheller and Heath Drumheller(Cassie); sister Nelma Trimble; brother Mark Drumheller(Sandy); grandchildren Joshua Richard, Lauren Richard, Gaige Drumheller and Hunter Drumheller; a special friend Nancy Snyder; as well as many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by two sisters Evelyn Wert and Marion Drumheller.
A graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family at Himmel's Cemetery
Arrangements are being cared for by the staff of Minnich Funeral. The former Stephen R. Rothermel Funeral Home, Klingerstown, has become part of our family of funeral homes, and we are honored to serve this family at our Hoover-Boyer Funeral Home, Ltd., Elizabethville location. To sign the guestbook go to www.minnichfuneral.com.²

     Marvin David Drumheller was born on 26 August 1905, Rebuck, Northumberland County, PA.³ He married Viola A. Rebuck, daughter of Katie Louise Adams.¹ Marvin David Drumheller died on 14 April 1984, Washington Township, Northumberland County, PA, at age 78.³
Newspaper obituary:
Marvin D. Drumheller
Marvin D. Drumheller, 78, of Rebuck, Northumberland County, who had been missing since Jan. 31, was found dead Saturday morning in Washington Township, near Rebuck, in Northumberland County.
Born in Rebuck, Aug. 26, 1905, Mr. Drumheller was a son of the late David and Catherine Kehris Drumheller.
He owned and operated Drumheller's Store and Cafe, Rebuck, and served as postmaster of that community from 1943 until retiring in 1975.
Mr. Drumheller was a member of Himmels Lutheran Church, Rebuck, Mahoning Lodge 551, International Order of Odd Fellows, Dornsife, Hendron Senior Citizens, and Pennsylvania Chapter of the National Association of Postmasters of the United States.
He was a director of the Herndon National Bank for 50 years and a director of the Mahanoy and Mahantongo Telephone Co., Herndon.
His wife, the former Viola Rebuck, died Nov. 26, 1960, and twin daughters, Mae and Faye died in 1933.
Surviving are three daughters, Evelyn, wife of Ralph Wert, Dalmatia, Marion Drumheller, Rebuck, with whom he lived, and Nelma, wife of William Trimble, Rising Sun, Md; two sons, Mark, Halifax area, and Earl, Rebuck; three sisters, Mollie Wolfe, Sunbury, Edna Daniel, Rebuck, and Cloyd (Catherine) Reitz, Rebuck; two brothers, Durell, Northumberland area, and William, Dornsife area; 10 grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.
Services will be held at noon Wednesday from Himmels Church, Rebuck, with the Rev. Burlington Latshaw, a retired Lutheran minister of the Dornsife area, officiating. Interment will be in the parish cemetery. Rothermel Funeral Home, Klingerstown area, is in charge of arrangements.
The Daily Item, April 16, 1984, Page 8.³

     Viola A. Rebuck was born on 4 October 1913, Rebuck, Northumberland County, PA.³ She was the daughter of Katie Louise Adams.³ Viola A. Rebuck married Marvin David Drumheller.¹ Viola A. Rebuck died on 26 November 1960, Washington Township, Northumberland County, PA, at age 47.³
Newspaper obituary:
Rebuck Woman Expires Suddenly
Mrs. Viola A. Drumheller, 47, wife of Marvin D. Drumheller, widely known Rebuck hotel man and business man, died suddenly Saturday evening in her home after being seized with an acute heart attack.
Mrs. Drumheller was stricken ill at 5:00, after which she rallied temporarily and then collapsed and died.. She apparently had been in good health.
The widely known region woman assisted her husband in the operation of the Drumheller hotel and a general store in Rebuck. She was lifelong resident of the Rebuck area and a member of the Himmel's Lutheran Church, Rebuck.
Surviving are the husband, three daughters, Mrs. Ralph Wert, Dalmatia; Mrs. Thomas Sienkiewicz, Rising Sun, Md., and Miss Marian, at home; two sons, Mark and Earl, home; three grandchildren, the father, Harry E. Rebuck, Dornsife R. D., and seven brothers and sisters.
Funeral services will be held from the home Thursday afternoon at 2:00, with continued services in Himmel's Church. The Rev. Paul Billow, Urban, will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the home Wednesday evening.
Shamokin News-Dispatch, November 28, 1960, Page 3.⁴

     John A. Franke married Florence E. Frank.¹

     Florence E. Frank married John A. Franke.¹

     Sonya Edith Franke was born on 14 January 1927.¹ She was the daughter of John Irvin Klinger.¹ Although John I. Klinger's obituary described Sonya as his "daughter," that is not correct. The 1940 Census lists Sonya as "Sonya Kranke" and John's niece who was living with John and her aunt, Sarah (Franke) Klinger. Most likely, Sonya was the daughter of one of Sarah's siblings.² Sonya Edith Franke died on 21 March 2014, Harrisburg, Dauphin County, PA, at age 87.¹ She was buried at Fairview Cemetery, Wiliamstown, Dauphin County, PA.¹

     George Rowe married Minnie Miller.¹

     Minnie Miller married George Rowe.¹

     Paul Kevin Kochenour was born on 18 November 1958, Harrisburg, Dauphin County, PA.² He was the son of Paul Revere Packer Kochenour and Wanda Lee Rowe.¹ Paul Kevin Kochenour died on 27 December 2021, Millersburg, Dauphin County, PA, at age 63.²
Funeral home obituary:
Paul Kevin Kochenour
November 18, 1958 - December 27, 2021
MILLERSBURG - Paul Kevin Kochenour, 63, beloved Brother, was called to his eternal resting place on December 27, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. He entered this world on November 18, 1958 in Harrisburg, PA, born to Paul Revere Kochenour and Wanda Lee Rowe Kochenour.
Paul grew up on a family farm in Powells Valley. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and working on race cars with his Dad. After graduating from Halifax Area High School, Paul entered the US Army and served in Europe with the 8th Infantry Division as a battalion mechanic. After his honorable discharge he worked as a restaurant manager and later as a printing press operator. Following his retirement Paul found joy in volunteering at the former Manor at Susquehanna Village in Millersburg for many years.
Paul was a great story teller, always sharing his life experiences and memories with his family and friends. He greeted everyone with a smile and sometimes even a joke or two. He had an enduring sense of humor that would light up the faces of the people around him. As his son James would say, "He lived everyday like it was his birthday!"
He is survived by his children, James (Rebecca) Kochenour, KY, Stacie Dockins, Minersville and David Mullin, DE; Sister, Nancy (Timothy) Wilbert, Halifax, Brother, Eric (Carolyn) Kochenour, Millersburg; Grandchildren, Catherine Kochenour, Connor Kochenour, Cassidy Kochenour, Naomi Dockins and one Great Grandson, Myles Hanlin.
He is also survived by his nephews, Adam Wilbert, Brian Wilbert, Nathan Wilbert, and nieces Allysha Kochenour and Brianna Kochenour.
There will be a public viewing held on January 5, 2022 from 11am-12pm at Hoover-Boyer Funeral Homes Ltd, a Minnich funeral establishment in Millersburg. A life celebration will begin at 12pm. Military Honors will be presented at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the Wounded Warrior Project.
Hoover-Boyer Funeral Home, Ltd., Millersburg, a Minnich Funeral location is handling the arrangements.
To sign the guestbook go to www.minnichfuneral.com.²

     H. Revere Kochenour married Sylvia R. Packer.¹

     Sylvia R. Packer married H. Revere Kochenour.¹