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Jasper Rhynard 1849 - 1900	Melvina Lattimore Rhynard 1851 - 1939

 

The publishers of this website and the mailing list are descendants of Peter and Mary (Martindale) Rhynard and most of them are descendents of Jasper and Melvina (Lattimore) Rhynard.  This is not intentional, any Rhynard’s or those interested are invited to contact us and share information.  All are welcome. Does anyone out there have any pictures of Peter R(h)ynard or Mary Rhynard?  We would like to publish some.

 

Ivan Rhynard April 15, 1929 - May 29, 2025 Ivan Rhynard passed away on May 29, 2025 in Fountain Valley, California at the age of 96. Born on April 15, 1929 to Esther and Gerald Rhynard in a rural area near North Star, Michigan, Ivan led a life well lived, marked by dedication and service. Ivan's early life and education included studies at Michigan State University, where he laid the foundation for a lifetime of achievements.  His career was distinguished by his service in the Navy during the Korean War which exemplified his commitment to his country. He enjoyed camping with his girls, biking, bowling and playing tennis. Ivan lived a full life and will be remembered for his beloved presence in the lives of many.

Ruth Rhynard Born Ruth Alwina Martens on December 16, 1931 to Herman and Alwina Martens in Anaheim California. Died of cancer on December 16, 2024 in Fullerton California at the age of 93. Married to Loren Rhynard (1925-2019) for 65 years. Ruth loved children.  She taught kindergarten in both public & private schools her whole career, taking a break to raise her own children.  She brought her love of music into her classroom by playing piano and singing with the children.  She sang in the church choir and organized many musicals for kids, where they could sing, act and learn about God's love for them through Bible stories. She enjoyed flower arranging, especially when she could use flowers from the yard, and often gave them away. She liked birds and always had an eye out for them wherever she went, but especially in the back yard where she saw quite a variety. She had bird Christmas tree ornaments and nursed several sick or injured birds back to health, some of which stayed around as pets for a while! (Favorites were a crow and a duck.)   She loved to bring a homemade and decorated birthday cake to any family whenever she could and would always send cards, usually personalized using her talent for drawing. She painted several pictures and dabbled in writing. She wrote and illustrated books for her grandchildren.  At the age of 81, she learned to play the lever harp, taking it to rest homes and shut-ins to play it and/or piano for them.  No holiday meal was complete without homemade pies and cookies!

Marvin L. Rhynard, age 96, passed away April 20, 2024 after a brief illness. He was born March 14, 1928 in Ithaca, Michigan, son of Herbert and Alta (Lawrence) Rhynard.  He married Phyllis Dilts July 9, 1955 in St. Johns, Michigan.  She preceded him in death in 2020 after 64 years of marriage.  Marvin graduated from Rodney B. Wilson High School in 1946 and entered the U.S. Navy in 1951 where he served four years.  Marv worked as an adjuster for Auto Owners Insurance until moving to the State of Michigan where he was the Deputy Director of Workers Compensation until his retirement in 1993. Marv and Phyllis joined Gunnisonville United Methodist Church where Marv chaired several committees over the years and sang in the choir for 55 years.  Marv was a charter member of the Lansing Chapter of the Buick Club of America. For many years, he and Phyllis enjoyed traveling around the country in their classic Buicks. He sang with the local Barbershop Harmony Society (SPEBSQSA) and for many years sang lead in the quartet, High Fiber Octaves. He enjoyed monthly lunches with friends from the class of 1946 and has stayed in touch with lifelong friends Jack Sirrine and Dick Culver. He enjoyed the company of his golf buddies year-round and was still golfing at the age of 95. Marv was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He and Phyllis raised two daughters in DeWitt Township, always supporting Kathy and Sharon in every way possible. The girls have many great memories of their Dad pitching softball games for the neighborhood kids, walking on stilts, teaching cartwheels or joining in on a competitive game of badminton. They feel blessed to have spent so many quality hours with him, especially over the last few years. He loved his sons-in-law as if they were his own and enjoyed fishing and golfing with David and Jack. When it came to being Papa to his grandkids, his love, pride and generosity was unlimited. Michael, Emily, Jordan and Sarah could not have asked for a better role model in life. Marv had a great sense of humor and was very musically inclined. He was able to pick up almost any instrument and play it by ear. He was known as being generous, sharp as a tack and a true friend to many. Surviving are daughters Kathy (David) Hundt and Sharon (Jack) Terrill, grandchildren Michael (Krystal) Hundt, Sarah (Michael) Hundt Haagensen, Emily (Philippe) Terrill Ledent, and Jordan (Danielle) Terrill. Great-grandchildren Logan Hundt, Jaime and Julien Ledent and Bowie Terrill, along with many nieces and nephews and his loving cat, Blue. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Phyllis, granddaughter Allison Hundt, sisters Thelma (Robert) Beck, Heidi Oehler, and Doris (Bernward) Thorsch A visitation for Marvin was held on Thursday, April 25, 2024 at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes DeWitt Chapel, 205 E Washington St., DeWitt, MI 48820. A funeral service took place on Friday, April 26, 2024 with Pastor Matt Kreh officiating, with a one-hour prior visitation from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, at the funeral home. A private graveside service followed. Donations may be made to the Gunnisonville United Methodist Church Building Fund in memory of Marv Rhynard, GUMC, 2031 Clark Rd, Bath, MI 48808.

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