Edna Ruth (Chapin) Wenner

Edna Ruth (Chapin) Wenner, 96, formerly of Stillwater, died Friday evening, February 24, 2012 at the Bonham Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Register where she had been a resident since November 19, 2010. Born August 20, 1915 in Berwick, she was a daughter of the late Fred Chapin, Sr., and Mabel (Andress) Chapin. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Jacob E. "Teg" Wenner who died October 8, 2001. They were married April 16, 193 Mrs. Wenner was a graduate of Berwick High School. She worked on the family farm in Stillwater for many years. She also worked at the Dol-Ang Dress Factory in Benton and at Magee Carpet Company in Bloomsburg which is where she retired. Edna had been an active member of the St. James Reformed United Church of Christ where she had sang in the church choir. She loved caring for her flower gardens, including the potted plants that were kept inside her home. Edna was a very artistic person who made many unique craft projects that were treasured by her family. She was an excellent cook and baker who especially loved the company of her family and friends. She is survived by her son, Tom Wenner and wife, Judy, and grandson, Jason Wenner and wife, Jennifer and an unborn great granddaughter, all of Benton. Her siblings are: Harold O. Chapin, Hobbie; Beatrice C. Miller, Nescopeck; Rev. Ralph D. Chapin, Denver, PA; and Larry Chapin, Wapwallopen. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by siblings: Edith Seigfried; Howard J. Chapin; Fred Chapin, Jr.; Richard R. Chapin and Harriet E. Chapin. Her funeral service will be held Tuesday, February 28th, 2012 at 11 A. M. at St. James Reformed United Church of Christ, 443 Zaners Bridge Road, Stillwater. Rev. Darryl E. Kensinger and niece Linda Paisley will co-officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends and relatives may call Tuesday morning from 10 - 11 A. M. until the time of the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to the Activities Fund at Bonham Nursing & Rehab Center, 477 Bonnieville Road, Stillwater, PA 17878. The McMichael Funeral Home, Inc., 4394 Red Rock Rd., Benton is assisting with the service arrangements For online condolences, please visit our website: www.mcmichaelfuneralhome.com

Edna Ruth (Chapin) Wenner

August 20, 1915 - February 24, 2012