Almeda D. Hibner

Almeda D. Hibner, 92, of Wapakoneta, died 1:15 p.m., Sat. Sept. 14, 2013, at Auglaize Acres. She was born June 17, 1921, in Allen Co., OH, the daughter of Frank & Doris Fisher, who preceded her in death. On Jan. 4, 1942, she married Reuben E. Hibner, and he died Jan. 9, 2005. Survivors include, 5 children, Doris J. Hibner, Wapakoneta,Dale F. (Joyce) Hibner, Crossville, TN,James F. Hibner, Logan, OH,Janice K. (Richard) Valentine, Tiffin, OH,David L. (Chris) Hibner, Wapakoneta, 6 grandchildren & 7 great grandchildren, and a sister-in-law, Doris Fisher, Lima. She was preceded in death by a son, Reuben Paul Hibner, and 3 brothers, Joseph, David, & Lyman Fisher. Almeda was born and raised in the Spencerville area. Upon her marriage she joined Reuben in the farming operation in Clay Township while rearing six children. She was a member of St. Paul United Church of Christ, Wapakoneta since her marriage in 1942. Her church was very important to her. She served on various committees and taught Sunday School for 37 years where she also served as Sunday School Superintendent. One of her strong interests of concern was for those who could not get out to attend church. She was the force behind Congregational Care at St. Paul Church for many years. In this capacity she lead a group of women in making various craft gifts which the congregation then distributed to those in hospitals, nursing homes and home bound. For many years she was an active volunteer at the Fairhaven Community Home in Upper Sandusky which is part of the United Church Homes. At one time, she served as a Board member of the Fairhaven Volunteers. Almeda, along with her late husband, was very active in Gideons International. She served on many Auxiliary committees, including making special favors for the annual dinners. Almeda was an active 4-H advisor for 40 years and was honored by the Ohio Extension Agents Association for her leadership in 1997. She served on the Ohio Extension Homemakers Council Board as environmental chairperson for four years. Almeda was active in many community activities including band parents and the annual Cancer Society fundraising drive. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Thurs. Sept. 19, 2013, at St. Paul United Church of Christ, Wapakoneta, Pastors Becky Sunday and Elaine Mikesell officiating. Burial is to follow in the Greenlawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta. The family will receive friends 4-8 p.m., Wed. at the Bayliff & Eley Funeral Home, St. Rt. 501, Wapakoneta, and 1 hr. prior to the service, Thurs. at the church. Memorial contributions may be directed to the St. Paul United Church of Christ, St. Johns Fire & Rescue, or the Auglaize Co. 4-H Foundation.

Almeda D. Hibner

June 17, 1921 - September 14, 2013