Martha Schrock

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Martha Schrock

Martha Schrock, 96, of Millersburg, passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at her home following a period of declining health.

She was born on September 13, 1929, in Glenmont to the late Edward and Florence (Ames) Funk and was raised by her foster parents Whilmer and Ida Hochstetler. 

She married M. Dale Schrock on March 20, 1948. He passed away on June 25, 2010.

She was a member of Walnut Creek Mennonite Church, where she taught Sunday School, Bible School and led Bible Studies. She had a positive impact on many lives through the Bible Studies she led, and she was involved with Stephen Ministries at the church. 

She enjoyed the flowers that she had around the house and working in her greenhouse for many years. She made many beautiful wall hangings and pillows for the area shops, in addition to the many beautiful quilts she made to share with her family.

She is survived by her two sons, James (Linda) Schrock of Lowpoint, Illinois and Duane Schrock of Fresno; daughter-in-law Karen Schrock of Vinten, Ohio; 9 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; and sister-in-law Lucille Nofzinger of Wadsworth.

In addition to her parents and husband, she is preceded in death by her daughter Joyce Mahaffey; son Dean Schrock; and grandson Mike Mahaffey.

Memorial services will be held on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Walnut Creek Mennonite Church with Pastors Charlie Grimes and Matt Yoder officiating. Private family burial in the Church Cemetery prior to the service. Friends were able to call on Friday, January 9, 2026, from 4-6 p.m. at the church. Arrangements were handled by Smith-Varns Funeral Home in Sugarcreek.

Memorials may be made to Mission Aviation Fellowship, C/O Walnut Creek Mennonite Church, 2619 CR 144, PO Box 182, Walnut Creek, Ohio 44687. 

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