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Horst, Walter M. (1919-1971)
Mennonite Weekly Review obituary: 1971 Apr 8 p. 6
Birth date: 1919
text of obituary:
Fall Claims Life Of Farmer, Father Of 15 Children
Ephrata, Pa. — While helping tear down a shed north of here on March 26, Walter M. Horst, 52, lost his balance and fell 20 feet to the ground, causing instant death from a broken neck and fractured skull.
A native of this area, Mr. Horst was married to the former Elizabeth Weaver. She survives with 15 children, three of whom are married; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. George G. Horst of rural Ephrata; nine grandchildren; three brothers and four sisters.
The Horst family resides on a farm near Hinkletown.
Funeral services were conducted on March 29 at the Conestoga Mennonite Church, with Bishop Aaron Sensenig officiating.