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1936
2016
1870 Stuarts Draft Highway
Stuarts Draft, Virginia
Menno Joseph Kinsinger, 79, of Stuarts Draft, Virginia, passed away Thursday, January 28, 2016, at his home due to congestive heart failure.
Menno was born in Meyersdale, Pennsylvania to Milton and Katie (Hochstetler) Kinsinger.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Joseph; great grandson, Trevor Yoder; sisters, Bertha & Orpha; brother, Herman and step-mother, Martha. He was the last surviving member of his family.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Sadie Barbara (Yoder), their six daughters: Linda (Allen) Beiler of Stuarts Draft, VA; Kathy (Phil) Yoder of Goshen, IN; Treva (Tim) Yoder of Vanleer, TN; Brenda (Bill) Schrock of Amherst, VA; Joanna (Lamar) Bontrager of Topeka, IN; and Barb (Jason) Beachy of Broadway, VA; 26 grandchildren, and 12 great grandchildren.
Menno committed his life to the Lord as a young man. He was a member of the Pilgrim Fellowship Church and enjoyed his church family. Prison ministry was close to his heart, having volunteered at the Craigsville Prison for many years.
Menno spent most of his life as a logger at Kinsinger's Logging Service and performing restoration of log homes and buildings. He learned blacksmithing and stone laying as complimentary arts to the trade. One of his local projects include the American Farm at the Frontier Culture Museum in Staunton. He loved nature and admired the handywork of God, often describing its beauty to others or pointing it out to those with him. Menno loved people and dropped whatever he was doing for a chat. He had a generous heart and was a friend to all. He entertained guests and family with many a well loved story.
After his bout with spinal meningitis, he was forced to retire from his business due to health challenges. He spoke often of his deep longing to go Home to be with Jesus. His heart's desire was that his family and friends love the Lord and join him in Heaven someday. He could often be heard praying for his family by name, interceding for them. His influence on their lives will continue and his prayers and presence will be deeply missed.
Visitation will be held at the church on Friday, January 29, 2016 from 6:00 pm- 8:00 pm and Saturday, January 30, 2016 from 2:00 pm-4:00 pm and 6:00 pm-8:00 pm. Menno will be laid to rest at the Pilgrim Christian Fellowship Church Cemetery on Tinkling Spring Road. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 am, Sunday, January 31, 2016 at the Pilgrim Christian Fellowship Church, Twin Hill Road, Stuarts Draft, VA.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Stuarts Draft Chapel of Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes.
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September 16, 2016
Neil Miller
It's been awhile, everyone is gathering to view and purchase Menno's belongings in an auction this weekend, I think back when Menno was my Sunday school teacher in the 1960's.
He was such a close friend and part of the Miller family for as long as I can remember.
I miss ole (some-timer), but cherish the memories I have of him.
Sadie, Annie ( my wife) didn't know you and Menno until you started catering our family reunion, but you and Menno left such an impression on her, she talked about Sadie and Menno all time.
God bless and keep you Sadie.
February 5, 2016
Arlean Bower
So sorry to hear of the loss of your Dear One. My Grandfather Willis Coyner thought a lot of Mr. Kinsinger. My prayers are with your family.
February 1, 2016
Debbie Brooks
Ididn't know Menno personaly.But my parents knew him.I heard a lot of good things about him.He had a beautiful house.AND I loved seeing the miniature horse he had as I passed by his place.He will be missed alot.Love to the whole family
January 31, 2016
Gary Yoders
I have pleasant memories of Menno and of the Kinsinger family many years ago when i came in with Kathy to help in the bakery, etc. Our sympathy and prayers to all the family.
January 31, 2016
Linda Truxell - Davis
Heaven has gained a new angel. My heart goes out to Sadie and the Kinsinger family whom I always considered not only banking customers but some of my dearest friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
January 30, 2016
Dearest Sadie & Family,
My heart is breaking over the passing of my dearest friend and neighbor, though not as the world grieves. (I must admit to selfishly wanting him to stay around much longer). But we do praise Jesus for his marvelous grace and our sweet salvation, and for giving us all an opportunity to find our own precious turning point! What would we do in times like these without Jesus?
Menno's hand-crafted coffin is SO beautiful, and I marvel to contemplate his sweet times of fellowship with God while he was making it. One can certainly SEE the peace with which he lived.... and died. So we must now carry on without him for a little while, and we will joyfully look forward to rejoining him in that wonderful place that he so longed to see again! We love you all so much, and we are always here for our dear 'adopted' family. Thank you all for your wonderful friendship... and your faithfulness. To GOD be ALL the glory!
Dave & Angela
January 29, 2016
Daniel Schrock
To Sadie and family, I have a lot of good memories of Menno over my younger years, growing up there in Va. Williamsburg sings etc. To Sadie and family may God richly bless you as you go through this step in life, our thoughts and prayer are with you.
January 29, 2016
Karen Weaver Unger
With the fondest of memories, my deepest sympathy.
January 29, 2016
Shelby Alexander
Sadie and family,
Doug and I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to you and your entire family. May God comfort you at this time and may Menno's memories be a blessing to all for many years to come.
In loving memory,
Doug and Shelby Alexander
January 29, 2016
Arla Yoder
Sadie and family,
Am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you today and in the days to follow. May God give you peace.
January 29, 2016
jim and cindy conner
May God give comfort too all Mr Kinsingers family and love ones,,
January 29, 2016
Delbert and Elsie Schrock
God bless you all with grace and peace during this time and then to live with the memories! Enjoyed my short visit with him in Florida. Luv u.
January 29, 2016
Becki Potter
My sympathies are with you all!! Rejoicing that one more child of God has made it safely HOME!
January 29, 2016
Cal and Esther Yoder
Keeping all the family in our thoughts and prayers. Tears for your loss. It's heartache to say goodbye to one who loved and was loved so well.
January 29, 2016
Cal and Esther Yoder
Keeping all the family in our thoughts and prayers. Tears for your loss. It's heartache to say goodbye to one who loved and was loved so well.
January 28, 2016
Dewayne & Shelby Dooley
He was an amazing man!
January 28, 2016
Brenda Hershberger
I keep thinking of Menno's favorite song that he used to choose at almost every hymn sing there for a while - "I'll make it my home someday." This is now reality. It is now his home!!
My deepest sympathies for the family as you grieve the loss of husband, dad, and PaPa. Love you all,
January 28, 2016
Lewis and Linda Beachy
We are so sorry for your loss, y'all are in our thoughts and prayers. Be comforted with the knowledge that Menno has met the Lover of his soul.
January 28, 2016
Dora Rhodes
Our deepest sympathy to the family!It's a happy reunion in heaven for Menno! We love ya'll! Jeff and Dora and Isaiah Rhodes
January 28, 2016
Jerry & Grace Hochstetler
Our love and prayers are with during this time. We grieve with you at the loss of a "good" man. We rejoice with Menno on his arrival in Heaven! We can only imagine what he is experiencing! There must have been a glad shout of "There he comes!" when the angels carried his soul to Heaven this morning.
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