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From the Roots of Mount Eliza
by
Robby Lynn Brown
Nancy Allen Huebner Brown
George Lee Huebner, Jr.
May 2006

Table of Contents
Ancestor Tree of Georg Carl Willrich .................................................1
Nicolaus Willrich .................................................................................3
Johann August Willrich (Grandfather of Georg Carl).........................7
Descendants of Johann August Willrich..............................................8
Ludwig Willrich (Brother of Georg Carl) .........................................13
Descendants of Ludwig Willrich .......................................................14
Georg Carl Willrich ...........................................................................15
Descendants of Georg Carl Willrich..................................................19
Letters from Mount Eliza...................................................................41
Georg August Willrich.......................................................................61
Descendants of Georg August Willrich.............................................67
George Wilhelm Willrich...................................................................71
Descendants of George Wilhelm Willrich.........................................72
Margarethe Dorothea Gretchen Willrich ...........................................81
Descendants of Margarethe Dorothea Gretchen Willrich .................82
Carl Friedrich Theodore Willrich ......................................................83
Descendants of Carl Friedrich Theodore Willrich ............................88
Johanne Pauline Willrich ...................................................................97
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich .......................................182
Sophie Maria Charlotte Willrich......................................................287
Descendants of Sophie Maria Charlotte Willrich............................293
Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich................................................301
Descendants of Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich ......................324
Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie Willrich..................................381
Descendants of Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie Willrich ........389
August George Otto Willrich...........................................................411
Descendants of August George Otto Willrich.................................438
Louisa Theodora Willrich................................................................481
Descendants of Louisa Theodora Willrich ......................................495
Johann Friedrich Theodor Willrich (Brother to Georg Carl) ..........527
Descendants of Johann Friedrich Theodor Willrich........................536
Willrich Family Reunion 1985 ........................................................539
Johann Willrich Speech ...................................................................541
Index.................................................................................................543
i

Georg Carl Willrich
b: 19 Jan 1798 in Uelzen, Germany
m: 14 Oct 1821 in Uelzen, Germany
d: 30 Apr 1876 in Bluff, Fayette, TX
From the Roots of Mount Eliza
Ancestors of Georg Carl Willrich
Wilhelm Christian Willrich
b: 23 Oct 1765 in Uelzen, Germany
m: 18 Feb 1795 in Uelzen, Germany
d: 27 Dec 1831 in Uelzen, Germany
Margarethe Jarck
b: 26 Sep 1760 in Stade, Germany
d: 05 Oct 1841 in Uelzen, Germany
Johann August Willrich
b: 19 Aug 1737 in Mieste, Germany
m: 02 Apr 1762
d: 20 Jan 1800 in Winsen an der Luhe, Germany
Ilse Katherine Luers
d: Unknown
Johann Jarck
m: 25 May 1759
d: Unknown
Margarethe Hedwig Schartz
d: Unknown
1
Johann Ernst Willrich
b: 07 Oct 1699 in Mieste, Germany
m: 24 Nov 1735
d: 18 Aug 1747
Wilhelmine Eleonore Elisabeth Holtheier
d: 09 Oct 1797 in Kaltendorf, Germany
Cont. p. 2

Cont. p. 1
From the Roots of Mount Eliza
Ancestors of Georg Carl Willrich
Johann Ernst Willrich
b: 07 Oct 1699 in Mieste, Germany
m: 24 Nov 1735
d: 18 Aug 1747
Johann Christian Willrich
b: 1665 in Helmstedt, Germany
m: 21 Jun 1697
d: 02 May 1743 in Mieste i. Altmark, Germany
Ottilie Elisabeth Rudolphi
d: 24 Jan 1700/01 in Mieste, Germany
2
Nicolaus Willrich
b: 1595 in Giessen, Germany
m: 15 Apr 1651
d: 1667 in Helmstedt, Germany
Catharine Hartung
d: Unknown
Christianus Willrich
b: 1565
d: 1600
Thomas Hartung
d: Unknown
Elisabeth Hartung
d: Unknown

Ludwig
Willrich
1796 - 1881
Wilhelmine C.
Meyer
1816 - 1893
Descendants of Johann August Willrich
Margarethe K.
Rubenack
- Unknown
Johann August
Willrich
1737 - 1800
Wilhelm C.
Willrich
1765 - 1831
Georg Carl
Willrich
1798 - 1876
7
Ilse Katherine
Luers
- Unknown
Margarethe
Jarck
1760 - 1841
Gertrud E.
Bostelmann
1802 - 1838
Elise M.
Kuckuck
1808 - 1907
Johann F.
Willrich
1802 - 1893
Meta
Bostelmann
1806 - 1880

Descendants of Johann August Willrich
Generation No. 1
1. Johann August 5 Willrich (Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 19 Aug
1737 in Mieste, Germany, and died 20 Jan 1800 in Winsen an der Luhe, Germany. He married Ilse Katherine
Luers 02 Apr 1762. She died Unknown.
Child of Johann Willrich and Ilse Luers is:
+ 2 i. Wilhelm Christian 6 Willrich, born 23 Oct 1765 in Uelzen, Germany; died 27 Dec 1831 in Uelzen,
Germany.
Generation No. 2
2. Wilhelm Christian 6 Willrich (Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born 23 Oct 1765 in Uelzen, Germany, and died 27 Dec 1831 in Uelzen, Germany. He married
Margarethe Jarck 18 Feb 1795 in Uelzen, Germany, daughter of Johann Jarck and Margarethe Schartz. She
was born 26 Sep 1760 in Stade, Germany, and died 05 Oct 1841 in Uelzen, Germany.
Children of Wilhelm Willrich and Margarethe Jarck are:
+ 3 i. Ludwig 7 Willrich, born 20 May 1796 in Uelzen, Germany; died 03 Jun 1881 in Wollingst bei
Geestenseth, Germany.
+ 4 ii. Georg Carl Willrich, born 19 Jan 1798 in Uelzen, Germany; died 30 Apr 1876 in Bluff, Fayette, TX.
+ 5 iii. Johann Friedrich Theodor Willrich, born 13 Dec 1802 in Uelzen, Germany; died 21 Jun 1893 in
Borsfelde, Germany.
Generation No. 3
3. Ludwig 7 Willrich (Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born 20 May 1796 in Uelzen, Germany, and died 03 Jun 1881 in Wollingst bei Geestenseth,
Germany. He married Wilhelmine Caroline Auguste Meyer 20 Mar 1838 in Sulingen in der Graffhaft
Diepholz, Germany, daughter of Johann Meyer and Henriette Bumann. She was born 17 Jan 1816, and died 11
Jan 1893 in Wollingst bei Geestenseth, Germany.
Children of Ludwig Willrich and Wilhelmine Meyer are:
6 i. Georg Otto 8 Willrich, born 24 Jul 1839; died 05 Jan 1907 in Wollingst bei Geestenseth, Germany.
7 ii. Margarethe Willrich, born 09 Nov 1840; died 09 Mar 1909 in Bremen, Germany.
8 iii. Charlotte Willrich, born 26 Oct 1844; died Unknown in Wollingst bei Geestenseth, Germany.
4. Georg Carl 7 Willrich (Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born 19 Jan 1798 in Uelzen, Germany, and died 30 Apr 1876 in Bluff, Fayette, TX. He
married (1) Margarethe Karoline Rubenack. She died Unknown. He married (2) Gertrud Elisabeth
Bostelmann 14 Oct 1821 in Uelzen, Germany, daughter of Georg Bostelmann and Wilhelmine Bopel. She was
born 12 Dec 1802 in Luneberg, Germany, and died 05 Feb 1838 in Uelzen, Germany. He married (3) Elise
Margarethe Kuckuck 1,2 12 Dec 1839 in Luneberg, Germany, daughter of George Ludwig Kuckuck. She was
born 27 Apr 1808 in Hannover, Germany 2 , and died 16 Oct 1907 in Bluff, Fayette, TX.
Child of Georg Willrich and Margarethe Rubenack is:
9 i. Georg August 8 Willrich, born 08 Jun 1818 in Gottingen, Germany; died 08 Aug 1891 in Bennigsen a
Deister, Germany. He married Henriette Wilhelmine Von Roden 07 May 1846 in Parensen bei Norten,
Germany; born 04 Jul 1820 in Parensen bei Norten, Germany; died 24 Jan 1908 in Bovenden bei
Gottingen, Germany.
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Children of Georg Willrich and Gertrud Bostelmann are:
10 i. George Wilhelm 8 Willrich 3 , born 07 Jun 1823 in Uelzen, Germany; died 28 Apr 1861 in Independence,
Washington, TX. He married Liane Anna Maria De Lassaulx 4,5,6,7,8 30 Jan 1860 in Fayette County,
Texas; born 01 Jul 1832 in Koblenz, Rhineland, Germany; died 27 Jun 1922 in La Grange, Fayette Co.,
TX 9 .
11 ii. Daughter Willrich, born 25 Oct 1824 in Uelzen, Germany; died 25 Oct 1824 in Uelzen, Germany.
12 iii. Margarethe Dorothea Gretchen Willrich, born 28 Feb 1826 in Uelzen, Germany; died 19 Apr 1915 in
Luneberg, Germany. She married August Friedrich Ludwig Keuffel 1841; born 13 Mar 1813 in Uelzen,
Germany; died 05 Jan 1884 in Luneberg, Germany.
13 iv. Carl Friedrich Theodore Willrich 10,11 , born 30 Mar 1828 in Uelzen, Germany; died 07 May 1906 in
Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 12,13 . He married Agnes Hart Bowman 14,15,16 25 Jan 1867 in Mahonoy City,
Schuylkill Co., PA; born 05 Jul 1849 in Bucks Mtn, PA; died 06 Jul 1911 in Schulenburg, Fayette, TX.
14 v. Johanne Pauline Willrich, born 17 Oct 1829 in Uelzen, Germany; died 29 Jul 1860 in Bluff, Fayette, TX.
She married Johann Andreas Huebner 17,18 29 Aug 1848 in Fayette County, Texas; born 28 Nov 1814 in
Rottinzen, Bavaria; died 22 Oct 1894 in Bluff, Fayette, TX 19 .
15 vi. Dorothea Elizabeth Meta Willrich, born 09 Jan 1831 in Uelzen, Germany; died 16 Nov 1846 in Uelzen,
Germany.
16 vii. Anna Charlotte Auguste Willrich, born 22 Mar 1832 in Uelzen, Germany; died 17 Aug 1834 in Uelzen,
Germany.
17 viii. Sophie Maria Charlotte Willrich 20 , born 21 Nov 1833 in Uelzen, Germany; died 12 Mar 1879 in Bluff,
Fayette, TX. She married Robert Friedrich Dencker 21,22 21 Oct 1853 in Fayette County, Texas; born 12
Feb 1818 in Goslar am Harz, Germany; died 11 Jul 1896 in Bluff, Fayette, TX 23 .
18 ix. Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich 24,25,26,27,28,29 , born 17 Oct 1835 in Uelzen, Hanover, Germany 30,31 ;
died 24 Apr 1931 in Bluff, Fayette, TX 32,33 . She married John R. Vogt 34,35,36,37 27 Jan 1857 in Fayette
County, Texas; born 09 May 1832 in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany 38 ; died 14 Sep 1909 in Bluff,
Fayette, TX 39,40 .
19 x. Tocher Willrich, born 02 Feb 1838 in Uelzen, Germany; died 02 Feb 1838 in Uelzen, Germany.
Children of Georg Willrich and Elise Kuckuck are:
20 i. Julius Ludwig George 8 Willrich 41,42,43 , born 31 Dec 1841 in Uelzen, Germany; died 11 Feb 1919 in
Fayette County, Texas.
21 ii. Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie Willrich 44,45,46,47 , born 25 Mar 1843 in Uelzen, Germany 47,48 ; died 16
Nov 1946 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX 48 . She married Gustav Groos 49,50 28 Sep 1865 in Bluff, Fayette,
TX 51 ; born 10 Jun 1832 in Strass-Ebersbach, Saxony, Germany; died 21 Aug 1895 in San Antonio,
Bexar, TX 51 .
22 iii. Otto August George Willrich 52,53,54,55 , born 28 Feb 1845 in Uelzen, Germany 55 ; died 12 Feb 1929 in
LaGrange, Fayette, TX 56 . He married (1) Helena Wildner 10 Jan 1867 in Fayette County, Texas 57 ; died
Unknown. He married (2) Anna Kloss 58,59,60,61 17 Dec 1870 in Fayette County, Texas; born 23 Nov
1847 in Mecklenburg, Germany 61 ; died 26 Jan 1922 in Fayette Co., TX 62 .
23 iv. Louis Willrich, born 1848 in Bluff, Fayette, TX; died 1848 in Bluff, Fayette, TX.
24 v. Louisa Theodora Willrich 63,64,65,66,67 , born 29 Dec 1849 in Bluff, Fayette, TX 68,69 ; died 07 Nov 1944 in
LaGrange, Fayette, TX 70 . She married Emil Koehler 71,72,73,74,75 21 Dec 1871 in Fayette County, Texas;
born 08 Apr 1836 in Halberstadt, Prussia, Germany; died 14 Nov 1920 in La Grange, Fayette, TX 76 .
5. Johann Friedrich Theodor 7 Willrich (Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 13 Dec 1802 in Uelzen, Germany, and died 21 Jun 1893 in
Borsfelde, Germany. He married Meta Bostelmann 21 Nov 1826 in Bode, Germany, daughter of Georg
Bostelmann and Dorethee Vopel. She was born 09 Sep 1806 in Luneberg, Germany, and died 12 Sep 1880 in
Borsfelde, Germany.
Children of Johann Willrich and Meta Bostelmann are:
25 i. Georg Wilhelm Ludwig 8 Willrich, born 06 Feb 1828; died 11 Nov 1904. He married Marie Andrae 12
Oct 1866; died 1892.
26 ii. Friedrich Johann Theodor Willrich, born 18 Aug 1829; died 18 Jan 1894. He married Franziska Luise
Sophie Raddatz 05 Dec 1862; born 01 Feb 1837; died 07 Jul 1911 in Gottingen, Germany.
27 iii. Johanne Helene Willrich, born 15 Mar 1831; died 28 Oct 1908. She married Friedrich Brandt 21 Nov
1860 in Uelzen, Germany; born 09 Feb 1827 in Oldenstadt, Germany; died 05 Jul 1899 in Hildesheim,
Germany.
28 iv. August Georg Heinrich Willrich, born 01 Aug 1833; died 24 Oct 1884. He married (1) Emmy
Wilhelmine Elisabeth Schnath; born 1844; died 1936. He married (2) Johanne Helene Auguste Charl
Behrens 17 Oct 1865; born 1839; died 1870.
29 v. Emilie Anna Willrich, born 24 Sep 1835; died 11 Dec 1857 in Reislingen bei Borsfelde, Germany.
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30 vi. Wilhelm Georg Carl Willrich, born 05 Nov 1837; died 17 Jun 1919 in Uelzen, Germany. He married
Mathilde Henriette Wilhelmine Schulze 25 Oct 1864; born 1841; died 1932.
31 vii. Alexis Willrich, born 16 Aug 1839; died 13 Jan 1841.
32 viii. Adolf Ernst Anton Willrich, born 14 Jun 1841; died 18 Mar 1919 in Hannover, Germany. He married
Emma Henriette Marie Ludewig 29 Aug 1871; born 1848; died 1916.
33 ix. Charlotte Willrich, born 13 May 1843; died 27 Oct 1923. She married Wilhelm Weigel 27 Aug 1872;
died 1889.
34 x. Ernst-August Willrich, born 18 Feb 1846; died 02 Jan 1903. He married Sophie Altmann 06 May 1879;
born 1855; died 1922.
Endnotes
1. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 164, Page 4.
2. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
3. National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Washington
County, Independance Post Office, Page 49.
4. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic."
5. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, E. D. 52, Page 8A.
6. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 2, E. D. 50, Page 9B.
7. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 31, Page 8B.
8. National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Washington
County, Independance Post Office, Page 49.
9. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, June 29, 1922.
10. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Schulenburg, E. D. 59, Page 7.
11. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette,
Schulenburg, E. D. 47, Page 12A.
12. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, May 10, 1906.
13. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Fayette Co., Certificate 29565.
14. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Schulenburg, E. D. 59, Page 7.
15. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Lavaca County,
Precinct 1, Hallettsville, E. D. 117, Page 10A.
16. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette,
Schulenburg, E. D. 47, Page 12A.
17. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 164, Page 1.
18. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange Post Office, between Buckner's Creek and Halletsville Road, Page 42.
19. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, October 25, 1894.
20. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Cedar Post Office, Between Halletsville Road and Buckner's Creek, Page 2.
21. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 164, Page 5.
22. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Cedar Post Office, Between Halletsville Road and Buckner's Creek, Page 2.
23. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, July 23, 1896.
24. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 58, Page 13.
25. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 9B.
26. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 5, E. D. 62, Page 13B.
27. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Black Jack Springs 1, E. D. 41, Page 12A.
28. National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Lyonsville Post Office, Page 131.
29. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
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Cedar Post Office, Between Halletsville Road and Buckner's Creek, Page 6.
30. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Black Jack Springs 1, E. D. 41, Page 12A.
31. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, May 1, 1931.
32. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Certificate 18277, Fayette Co., TX.
33. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, May 1, 1931.
34. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 58, Page 13.
35. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Black Jack Springs 1, E. D. 41, Page 12A.
36. National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Lyonsville Post Office, Page 131.
37. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Cedar Post Office, Between Halletsville Road and Buckner's Creek, Page 6.
38. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Black Jack Springs 1, E. D. 41, Page 12A.
39. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Certificate 30009, Fayette Co., TX.
40. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, May 1, 1931.
41. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 164, Page 4.
42. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 51, Page 7A.
43. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
44. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Maverick
County, Eagle Pass, Page 20.
45. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, E. D. 16, Page 34.
46. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
Precinct 1, San Antonio, Ward 8, Block 4207, E. D. 15, Page 1A.
47. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, Ward 8, E. D. 110, Page 10A.
48. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Sunday, November 17, 1946.
49. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Maverick
County, Eagle Pass, Page 20.
50. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, E. D. 16, Page 34.
51. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, August 22, 1895.
52. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 58, Page 37.
53. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 49, Page 10A.
54. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 51, Page 8A.
55. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
56. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Fayette Co., Certificate 10134.
57. Texas Marriage Index, 1966-2002.
58. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 58, Page 37.
59. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 49, Page 10A.
60. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 51, Page 8A.
61. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
62. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, February 2, 1922.
63. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 164, Page 4.
64. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 19B.
65. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 50, Page 3A.
66. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
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67. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 52, Page 5A.
68. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 9, 1944.
69. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
70. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 9, 1944.
71. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 164, Page 4.
72. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 50, Page 3A.
73. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
74. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 52, Page 5A.
75. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Beat 1, Bluff Post Office, Page 78.
76. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 18, 1920.
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Descendants of Ludwig Willrich
Ludwig
Willrich
1796 - 1881
Georg Otto
Willrich
1839 - 1907
13
Wilhelmine C.
Meyer
1816 - 1893
Margarethe
Willrich
1840 - 1909
Charlotte
Willrich
1844 -
Unknown

Descendants of Ludwig Willrich
Generation No. 1
1. Ludwig 7 Willrich (Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born 20 May 1796 in Uelzen, Germany, and died 03 Jun 1881 in Wollingst bei Geestenseth,
Germany. He married Wilhelmine Caroline Auguste Meyer 20 Mar 1838 in Sulingen in der Graffhaft
Diepholz, Germany, daughter of Johann Meyer and Henriette Bumann. She was born 17 Jan 1816, and died 11
Jan 1893 in Wollingst bei Geestenseth, Germany.
Children of Ludwig Willrich and Wilhelmine Meyer are:
2 i. Georg Otto 8 Willrich, born 24 Jul 1839; died 05 Jan 1907 in Wollingst bei Geestenseth, Germany.
3 ii. Margarethe Willrich, born 09 Nov 1840; died 09 Mar 1909 in Bremen, Germany.
4 iii. Charlotte Willrich, born 26 Oct 1844; died Unknown in Wollingst bei Geestenseth, Germany.
14

Georg August
Willrich
1818 - 1891
Margarethe K.
Rubenack
- Unknown
Henriette W.
Von Roden
1820 - 1908
Georg Carl
Willrich
1798 - 1876
George W.
Willrich
1823 - 1861
Descendants of Georg Carl Willrich
Liane A.
De Lassaulx
1832 - 1922
Gertrud E.
Bostelmann
1802 - 1838
Daughter
Willrich
1824 - 1824
15
Cont. p. 16 Julius L.
Willrich
1841 - 1919
Anna D.
Willrich
1843 - 1946
Elise M.
Kuckuck
1808 - 1907
Gustav
Groos
1832 - 1895
Cont. p. 17

Cont. p. 15 Margarethe D.
Willrich
1826 - 1915
August F.
Keuffel
1813 - 1884
Carl F.
Willrich
1828 - 1906
Descendants of Georg Carl Willrich
Georg Carl
Willrich
1798 - 1876
Agnes Hart
Bowman
1849 - 1911
16
Gertrud E.
Bostelmann
1802 - 1838
Johanne P.
Willrich
1829 - 1860
Johann A.
Huebner
1814 - 1894
Dorothea E.
Willrich
1831 - 1846
Anna C.
Willrich
1832 - 1834
Cont. p. 18

Cont. p. 15 Helena
Wildner
- Unknown
Descendants of Georg Carl Willrich
Otto A.
Willrich
1845 - 1929
Georg Carl
Willrich
1798 - 1876
Anna
Kloss
1847 - 1922
17
Elise M.
Kuckuck
1808 - 1907
Louis
Willrich
1848 - 1848
Louisa T.
Willrich
1849 - 1944
Emil
Koehler
1836 - 1920

Cont. p. 16 Sophie M.
Willrich
1833 - 1879
Descendants of Georg Carl Willrich
Georg Carl
Willrich
1798 - 1876
Robert F.
Dencker
1818 - 1896
18
Gertrud E.
Bostelmann
1802 - 1838
Franziska S.
Willrich
1835 - 1931
John R.
Vogt
1832 - 1909
Tocher
Willrich
1838 - 1838

Descendants of Georg Carl Willrich
Generation No. 1
1. Georg Carl 7 Willrich (Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 19 Jan 1798 in Uelzen, Germany, and died 30 Apr 1876 in Bluff, Fayette, TX.
He married (1) Margarethe Karoline Rubenack. She died Unknown. He married (2) Gertrud Elisabeth
Bostelmann 14 Oct 1821 in Uelzen, Germany, daughter of Georg Bostelmann and Wilhelmine Bopel. She was
born 12 Dec 1802 in Luneberg, Germany, and died 05 Feb 1838 in Uelzen, Germany. He married (3) Elise
Margarethe Kuckuck 1,2 12 Dec 1839 in Luneberg, Germany, daughter of George Ludwig Kuckuck. She was
born 27 Apr 1808 in Hannover, Germany 3 , and died 16 Oct 1907 in Bluff, Fayette, TX.
Notes for Georg Carl Willrich:
Georg Carl Willrich’s children’s baptism dates:
Extract taken from the church register of St. Marien Church in Uelzen, Germany on March 26, 1847
Georg Wilhelm – born 7 June 1823
baptised - 11 July 1823
stillborn daughter – born and died 25 October 1824
Margaretha Dorothea – born 28 Feb 1826
baptised 14 March 1826
Carl Friedrich Theodor – born 31 March 1828
baptised 19 May 1828
Johanne Pauline – born 18 October 1829
baptised 1 November 1829
Dorothea Elizabeth Meta – born 9 January 1831
baptised 20 February 1831
died of typhoid fever 16 November 1846
Anna Charlotte Augusta – born 22 March 1832
baptised 28 April 1832
died 17 August 1834
Sophie Charlotte Maria – born 22 November 1833
baptised 18 December 1833
Francisca Sophie Eleonore – born 17 October 1835
baptised __ December 1835
Stillborn daughter – born and died 2 February 1838
Julius Ludwig George – born 31 December 1840
baptised 7 March 1841
Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie – born 25 March 1843
baptised 11 June 1843
August Georg Otto – born 28 February 1845
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aptised 25 May 1845
Born in Texas:
Louis – born and died in 1848 – he was buried in the rose garden in front of their Texas
Home, Mt. Eliza.
Louise Theodore – born 29 December 1849
baptised in 1861 in the home of the Mensing family at Bluff
George C. Willrich-Citizenship
The State of Texas, County of Fayette, In the District Court, Fall Term, A. D. 1852
On this the 3rd day of November A. D. 1852 Present, the Honorable T. I. Devine, Judge of said Court. It
appearing that George C. Willrich, a native of Hanover, on the 21st day of September A. D. 1850 filed in the
Clerk’s Office of the District of the County of Fayette, his Declaration of intention to renounce all Allegiance to
every foreign Prince, Potentate, State, or Sovereignty whatever, and particularly to the King of Hanover and to
become a citizen of the United States of America: And it further appearing that said George C. Willrich has
resided within the United States for the last five years preceding this Application, and for one year next preceding
this Application within the State of Texas; and having produced satisfactory evidence to the Court, that he is a
man of good moral character, and well disposed towards the Government and Constitution of the United States,
and taken the oath of Allegiance prescribed by Law, to support the Constitution of the United States, and to
renounce all Allegiance to every foreign Prince, Potentate, State, and Sovereignty whatever, and particularly to
King of Hanover.
It is therefore ordered, adjudged, and decreed, by the Court, that said George C. Willrich be, and he is hereby
entitled to all the rights, privileges, and immunities of a citizen of the United States: And it is further ordered, that
the Clerk of this Court furnish the said Willrich with a certified copy of these proceedings.
In testimony that the above is a true copy of the original proceedings had in said Court on the 3rd day of
November A. D. 1852 I, Theo. Carter, Clerk of said Court, hereto sign my name and affix the seal thereof at La
Grange, this 3rd day of Novr A. D. 1852
Theo Carter C.D.C. F. C.
From – “Lone Star State,” Memorial and Genealogical records of Texas Containing Biographical Histories and
Genealogical Records of Many leading Men and Prominent Families. History of Texas – Goodspeed Brothers,
Publishers, Chicago- 1894
George C. Willrich (deceased).
The prudent ways and careful methods of German settlers are conspicuous in Fayette County, Texas, where many
representatives of that race have settled, and George C. Willrich was no exception to the rule. Honest, upright
and persevering, no man held a higher place in the estimation of the people of the county than he. He was born in
Germany, January 19, 1798, son of William W. Willrich, who occupied a prominent position under the French
Government. The latter’s wife was a Miss York, of English parentage. George C. Willrich was attending school
at Magdeburg during the time that Napoleon was at the height of his glory, and he and a number of other boys ran
away from school and joined Blucher’s portion of the Army. At that time he was between fifteen and sixteen
years of age. During the Battle of Waterloo, although but sixteen years of age, commanded a regiment and was
the youngest officer in that historical battle. Afterwards he returned to Goettingen and graduated at the university
there while still quite young. After finishing his education he married Miss Gertrude E. Bostleman, and
subsequently secured a government position. Later still he received the appointment of Judge of the District
Luneburg. His wife died and he married again. In 1846 he came to America, bringing with him his second wife
and the children of both unions. The children of his first marriage were named as follows: George W., deceased;
Margaret, Charles, Pauline, deceased; Martha, deceased; Charlotte, deceased; and Franciska. To the second
union were born these children: Julius, Anna, Otto, and Louise. After coming to this country Mr. Willrich
purchased a number of slaves, a large portion of land, and engaged actively in farming and stock-raising. The
results were very satifactory, and at his death, which occurred april 30, 1878, when seventy-eight years old, he left
his family in very comfortable circumstances. His eldest son, George W. Willrich, was born in the old country
July 6, 1823, and there received a thorough education. Later he began to study law, graduated, and came to the
United States with his father in 1846. In 1848, during the revolution in his country, he went back to take part in
the war, but on landing found it practically over. He wrote a number of articles on the matter, was apprehended
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efore he could return to America, and kept a prisoner for six months before he could make his escape. He hid in
the house of a friend in Hamburg, and remained secreted for a year before he made his final escape. Returning to
America in 1853, after an absence of five years, he began teaching at Rutersville, Fayette County, Texas, a
military school, and being a man of superior literary attainments, became professor of languages. Later he taught
at Baylor University, Independence, Washington County, this being the first university established in the state,
and was professor of languages in that institution also. On the 3d of June 1860, he married Miss Liane
DeLassaulx, a native of Alsace, and the daughter of Otto DeLassaulx (see sketch). Prof. Willrich died April 28,
1861, soon after marriage, leaving a son George. Mrs. Willrich afterwoods married George Tuttle, of Flatonia.
Young George Willrich was educated in the schools of St. Mary’s College, San Antonio, and Jesuit College,
Seguin, and finished in St. Mary’s College, Galveston where he graduated with considerable honor, taking first
place in nearly all his studies. He then studied law under Gen. Felix Robertson, of Waco, from 1882 to 1884, and
was admitted to practice in the courts of the State in the latter year. Since then Mr. Willrich has confined himself
to the practice of law, and has met with more than ordinary success. He is a man of positive character, strong
intellect, and one who has won the respect and admiration of all. In politics he has ever been interested in the
welfare of the Democratic party, and in May, 1886, he was appointed County attorney. In 1888 he was re-elected
to that position without opposition. His practice in the civil and criminal courts of the county increased so rapidly
that in May, 1890, he resigned the Office of Prosecuting Attorney to take charge of his extensive law practice.
For some time he has been in partnership with Capt. R. H. Phelps, who is one of the pioneer attorneys of
LaGrange. The law practice of this firm is second to none in the city, and for a lawyer of his years Mr. Willrich
has a reputation which few enjoy, and which older practitioners might well envy. He has made his way in life
unaided, and has been more than ordinarily successful. He owns considerable real estate, and has a good farm in
a fine state of cultivation. He selected his wife in the person of Miss Olivia Tuttle, a native of this county, and
daughter of G. W. and Mary (Karnes) Tuttle, early settler of this county. George Willrich’s grandparents on both
sides of the house were very prominent families in their native country, and brought with them to the United
States their coat of arms. Both families espoused the cause of the South during the Civil War, but, though the
secession of the Southern States was a failure, no more loyal subject resided in the State of Texas than they.
Excerpt from "The Golden Free Land"
by Crystal Sasse Ragsdale:
William Kennedy, traveling in Texas in 1839, described the Willrich’s area: “On the [far] side of Buckner’s
Creek, rises a bluff about 300 feet in height, and on one side towards the river, almost perpendicular. There are
springs upon the summit, forming in their descent a picturesque cascade, the vicinity of which abounds in
limestone spar. The plain, on the crest of the mount, is of great beauty and commands a magnificent prospect of
wooded and flower spangles prairie, including streams, dusky forests, and distant mountains.”
More About Georg Carl Willrich:
Burial: Abt. 02 May 1876, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
More About Georg Willrich and Gertrud Bostelmann:
Marriage: 14 Oct 1821, Uelzen, Germany
Notes for Elise Margarethe Kuckuck:
MRS. ELISE WILLRICH
The subject of this sketch who died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Emil Koehler, last Wednesday night, 16
October 1907, was one of the old landmarks of Fayette County. For several years the good old lady was blind,
and an invalid, during which time her devoted daughter, Mrs. Koehler, administered to her every want and
comfort. Death came to her peacefully, and amid the pleasant surroundings of a cheerful home. Her last years
were one continual reign of darkness, through which only one ray of light crept - the kind devotion of her relatives
and the hope that the allwise Creator would soon call her home. The summons came Wednesday and she
responded cheerfully. She had attained the ripe old age of ninety-nine years, 5 mons and 19 days. Mrs. Willrich,
who was the only daughter of Major Kukuk of the English Army, Hanovarian Division, was born at Hanover,
Germany on April 27, 1808. She was married to Judge Georg K. Willrich and four children, two sons and two
daughters, viz: Prof. Julius Willrich who resides at Bluff; Mrs. Gustav Groos of San Antonio, Otto Willrich and
Mrs. Emil
Koehler of Bluff, were the fruits of this union. The family came to Texas in 1847 and located in Fayette County
when the whole county was still in its infancy. Not only were her cares confined to the raising of her own
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children, but also to the raising of six children of her husband by a former marriage. Of these all have died except
Mrs. Keuffel, who lives in Germany, and Mrs. John Vogt of O'Quinn. Beside her children, themselves
grandparents, she leaves to mourn her loss twenty-three grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren. The
funeral took place Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the home of Emil Koehler, and the remains were followed to
the Lewis Cemetery by a very large number of relatives and friends who loved and honored her. May her rest be
peaceful. [La Grange Journal, October 24, 1907]
"Mail from Mount Eliza to Germany"
Leon Hale
The last couple of days I've been reading the private mail of Elise Willrich, a remarkable woman who lived with
her family in an extraordinary house, a few miles south of La Grange in the old Bluff community. She wrote the
best letters. Listen to a few lines she penned to her father in Germany. These were written in 1848, after she had
been in this country a year: "We have sold our slaves because they always ran away. It is said here that the
Germans don't know how to handle negroes - are often too good to them, and Willrich (her husband) above all.
The black people, we are told, are often in need of whipping, and neither of us could stand for that. At present we
have a hired negress and when the opportunity presents itself we want to buy two half-grown children, hoping
they may learn to become attached to us." In this same letter she described to her father what a Texas winter was
like, to a person who spent the first 30-odd years of her life in northern Germany: "The winter here really doesn't
exist, for the weather is very mild and only when a sudden norther arrives does it get unbearably cold, and then
ice as thick as my finger forms in all the vessels containing water, and the water holes from which we fetch it also
have a crust of ice. However . . . it never lasts more than two or three days." Her father had evidently asked
about the bread in Texas. She wrote: "The bread is both healthy and palatable, if correctly made. It is made of
maize, generally called corn here, which we grind three times through hand mills set coarse or fine. After
grinding we sift it . . . and then it is almost like our wheat flour and can be used for cake and many other purposes
. . . However it is troublesome to make bread in this way, for it has to be done three times daily, and invariably at
the very moment when the hearth is already filled with pots and pans, and to these must be added two pots of
bread with their lids filled with red-hot firebrands, which throw off a terrific heat." That large hearth she
mentions is, I am told, still intact in the old Willrich home. The house, called Mount Eliza, was considered
roomy and grand when it was finished in the 1840s. It is of German "fachwerk" construction, the walls framed in
heavy timbers and filled in with stone and masonry. No one lives in the house now. It is owned by Karl
Thuemler, is on private property and not open to the public. Elise Willrich's letters from Mount Eliza provide
considerable information about the practical side of pioneer life in the mid-19th century Texas. It's astonishing to
me that such a woman ever came to this state, and lived in pioneer style, making bread in iron pots on a stone
hearth. Because in Germany she had been brought up in gentle ways. Her father was a German Army officer,
and she was accustomed to dancing and partying and social doings. But her mother wanted Elise to learn survival
in the country. In what seemed later to be a prophetic move, the mother sent Elise away from the bright lights for
a year. She went to the country and learned to milk a cow, bake bread, kill a chicken, stuff sausage. But back in
the city she married a judge, a widower with seven children, and had three of her own, and servants, and the good
and easy life. They lived in Luneburg. Then one day her husband, Georg Carl Willrich, sent his wife a shocking
message. He had gone to Hamburg, and had suddenly decided because of the political turmoil rising then in
Germany, to move to Texas. He didn't even return home. He told Elise, in effect, "Break up the household.
Bundle up the children. Bring what you can, sell the rest and follow me to Texas." She followed, on a sailing
ship with that brood of children. Sixteen weeks at sea. In Texas, Fayette County, the roomy house that Elise
Willrich found her husband building was the one that stands yet, by U.S. 77 about four miles south of La Grange.
Elise lived in that house until her death. She was almost 100. The Willrichs give us a good example of the sort of
contribution that 19th century German immigration made to Texas culture. Elise worked in the fields with her
husband, even until her feet increased in size to the point that she couldn't wear the shoes she had in Germany.
But she maintained her love for fine and gentle things. Along with all those children, she brought to the Texas
wilderness fine linen tablecloths, and delicate china, and books, and sheet music. Germans brought much intellect
and artistry to this state. Elise Willrich was proud of that. She wrote to her stepdaughter in Luneburg in 1850,
"The people living around us are almost all cultured and well educated, and that is why our settlement has been
called the High German settlement, and all its members strive to have their children well bred and educated." In
that letter she enclosed a list of items she wanted sent to her. On the list were a spelling book for the children,
and "all the bulbs you can get together . . . like queenscrown, lilies, tulips, hyacinths, narcissus . . . also cuttings
from gardenia, of good quality." Mount Eliza became known for Georg Willrich's grapevine cuttings, and his
tobacco which he evidently grew with great success. And for Elise's flowers. It was known also as a place of
entertainment and enlightenment. The house has a roomy central hall that served as a stage for traveling minstrels
and drama troupes. Elise's letters that I have quoted from were displayed, the last time I was there, at the Fayette
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County Heritage Museum in La Grange. I would guess from reading them that what she missed the most after she
left her homeland (not counting a young son who stayed with her father) was butter and milk. She wrote home
about the first cup of coffee she had with milk, after months without, and about the first piece of cornbread with
butter. She described them as "nectar and ambrosia." That must have sounded curious to her father, for a
daughter of such gentle upbringing to get all that lyrical about having butter on her cornbread. [The Houston
Post, Sunday, May 13, 1979]
ELISE – OBITUARY
Excerpts from an obituary by L. de L. Tuttle, November 1907, translated in 1987 by Heinz-Georg Willrich of
Heidelberg, Germany:
This magnificent lady was not known personally by many, because she retired from public life many years ago
and spent her last three years in bed because of an unlucky accident during which she broke her right arm, but
which healed perfectly, in spite of her old age; but at the same time her hip was injured, which made it impossible
for her ever to walk again.
Mrs. Willrich slowly got used to the life here. With her strong and gay spirit she made life for herself and her
surroundings pleasant. She was an excellent pianist, sang very well and was talented in all the work that women
do. Even when she laid in bed, she knit towels, gloves, bed socks, and as long as she could see well, the most
wonderful laces. The last painful years of her life were made bearable by her faithful son Julius. He didn’t let her
vivid spirit live in want. He read a lot to her, entertained her, explained the public events to her, the changes in
private life. He also kept everything unpleasant from her, withheld the death of a lot of dear friends from her.
Her nice daughter, Mrs. Louise Koehler, took care of her mother with self-sacrificing love day and night. If ever
the heart of a mother was delighted by the love and loyalty of her children, then it was surely Mrs. Willrich. Her
daughter Anna, Mrs. Groos, came more than once every year in order to spend some weeks with her dear mother.
Her youngest son Otto lived near her and visited her very often during her sufferings. She bore those sufferings
with exemplary patience. One didn’t recognize that she was almost blind and deaf. Her inquisitive spirit made
those ailments forgotten. She was interested in everything in a fresh attentive way and her witty remarks testify of
an unweakened mind.
More About Elise Margarethe Kuckuck:
Burial: 18 Oct 1907, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
More About Georg Willrich and Elise Kuckuck:
Marriage: 12 Dec 1839, Luneberg, Germany
Child of Georg Willrich and Margarethe Rubenack is:
2 i. Georg August 8 Willrich, born 08 Jun 1818 in Gottingen, Germany; died 08 Aug 1891 in Bennigsen a
Deister, Germany. He married Henriette Wilhelmine Von Roden 07 May 1846 in Parensen bei Norten,
Germany; born 04 Jul 1820 in Parensen bei Norten, Germany; died 24 Jan 1908 in Bovenden bei
Gottingen, Germany.
More About Georg Willrich and Henriette Von Roden:
Marriage: 07 May 1846, Parensen bei Norten, Germany
Children of Georg Willrich and Gertrud Bostelmann are:
3 i. George Wilhelm 8 Willrich 4 , born 07 Jun 1823 in Uelzen, Germany; died 28 Apr 1861 in Independence,
Washington, TX. He married Liane Anna Maria De Lassaulx 5,6,7,8,9 30 Jan 1860 in Fayette County,
Texas; born 01 Jul 1832 in Koblenz, Rhineland, Germany; died 27 Jun 1922 in La Grange, Fayette Co.,
TX 10 .
Notes for George Wilhelm Willrich:
From The Golden Free Land by Crystal Sasse Ragsdale:
After several years in Texas, young George Willrich returned to Germany to complete his education at
Gottingen, where he was almost immediately arrested and imprisoned for his earlier anti-government
writings. However, six months later he escaped and after an absence of almost five years returned to
Texas. He became professor of languages at Rutersville College in Fayette County and later at Baylor
University at Independence. He died as a young man soon after his marriage to Liane delassaulz, who
had been a member of the Prairie Blume Society at the Bluff Settlement.
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This is a translation of the Preface to George Willrich’s three volumes on Texas which he wrote while
imprisoned in Germany. They were part fiction and part fact, with much in them about Indians. A copy
of Erinnerungen Aus Texas is in the rare book collection at the Barker Historical Center of the University
of Texas at Austin.
RECOLLECTIONS OF TEXAS
Truth and Fiction By Georg Willrich
Written while in prison at Hannover. Published in Leipzig, 1854
To the Honorable Franklin Pierce, President of the United States, and Samuel Bromberg, United States
Consul in Hamburg.
I am taking the liberty to offer this work as evidence of my loyalty to you, Mr. President. I owe you this
loyalty as the present sovereign of my new fatherland. And as for you, Mr. Consul, I had the occasion to
observe and admire the untiring and unselfish efforts with which you carried out the duties of your
office. I mention this openly here, since you are evidently German by birth; and, in spite of being
confronted by many difficulties, the interests of the German immigrants to the United States were
handled with untiring zeal.
Would that all Americans by birth could be made aware of the significance of the German immigration
so they would be convinced that the interests of the German immigrants are the same as theirs. Then, Mr.
Consul, your work would be freed from many hindrances and unpleasantness; and the United States
would receive many benefits of this better understanding.
By dedicating this work to you, Honorable Sirs, I do not wish to impugn to you the fundamental
principles that I have laid out. However, I would be very pleased if you were in agreement with me on
these.
I hope that you will overlook the defects or imperfections in this work. It was written while I was in
prison, and the public prosecutors and censors must pass on it. Even after my acquittal, I would not make
any changes or additions which would rob the work of their meaning. Thus, dear sirs, let this explain
why the characters of the leading persons, whether political or religious, were so sharply drawn, which I
would consider an inexcusable blunder under other circumstances. For this evident shortcoming, I will
claim your kind indulgence, and I will declare again, Honorable Sirs, my complete loyalty and thanks.
Hamburg in late fall, 1853. The Author.
Cattle brands registered at the Fayette County Courthouse:
Page 326, # 912
George W. Willrich Brand - fiddle
mark, split in each ear.
Recorded 11th August 1860
W. B. McClellan, Dep
For Z. M. P. French, C.C.C.
George W. Willrich
Memorial and Genealogical Record of Texas
Goodspeed Brothers, Publishers
Chicago – 1894
George W. Willrich
George Carl Willrich’s oldest son, George W. Willrich was born in the old country July 6, 1823, and
there received a thorough education. Later he began the study of law, graduated, and came to the United
States with his father in 1846. In 1848, during the revolution in his country, he went back to take part in
the war but in landing found it practically over. He wrote a number of articles on the matter, was
apprehended before he could return to America and kept prisoner for six months. He hid in the house of
a friend in Hamburg, and remained secreted for a year before he made his final escape. Returning to
America in 1853, after an absence of five years, he began teaching at Rutersville, Fayette County, Texas,
a military school and being a man of superior literary attainments, became professor of languages. Later
he taught at Baylor University, Independence, Washington County, this being the first university
established in the state, and was professor of languages in that institution also. On the 3rd of June, 1860,
he was married to Miss Liane DeLassaux (sp. DeLassaulx?), a native of Alsace, and a daughter of Otto
DeLassaux (see sketch). Prof. Willrich died April 28, 1861, soon after marriage, leaving a son George.
Mrs. Willrich afterwards married George Tuttle of Flatonia, Texas.
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More About George Wilhelm Willrich:
Burial: Abt. 30 Apr 1861, Founder's Cemetery, Independence, Washington, TX
Notes for Liane Anna Maria De Lassaulx:
When Galveston Had No Streets - Mrs. L. L. Tuttle of La Grange Came to Texas in 1852 – Tells
Interesting Story - She Knew General Houston - Taught His Daughters – Houses and Conditions Were,
at First, Strange, but Residents Were “Blue-Blooded.”
By S. M. Lesesne - Special Correspondance of The News.
La Grange, Tex., Oct. 25. – Mrs. Liane de Lassauex Tuttle of La Grange is an accomplished and most
entertaining lady. She remembers many interesting facts connected with the early settlements in Texas.
Mrs. Tuttle was born in 1833 and came with her mother, brother, Clements, and sisters, Clementina,
Agnes and Marie to Texas in 1852. Her father, Otto de Lassauex, and her sisters, Elise and Anna, came
to Texas in 1849. Mrs. Tuttle, with her mother, brother and sisters, sailed from Koblenz and first landed
in America at New Orleans. Touching on her trip, experiences and recollections of early Texas, she is
quoted substantially as follows:
“We made the voyage from Koblenz to New Orleans on a sailing vessel. We came from New Orleans to
Galveston by steamer, and our voyage across the ocean and across the gulf, was delightful. Father was to
meet us in Galveston, but he never received the letter telling him when and on what vessel we would sail
until several weeks after we had reached the Texas home that he had ready for us.
“When we arrived at the wharf at Galveston Banker Kauffman was there looking for us. He took us to
his house, a two-story frame building, not far from the wharf. There were no pavements, or sideways
there at that time, and it was a laborious task to work our way through the deep sand from the wharf to
the hospitable home where we were entertained during our stay of a few days in Galveston. Mother
wanted to remain there until father could come for us, but Mr. Kauffman advised us that it would be
better for us to hire conveyances at Houston and go to our home while the roads and weather were good;
that it was uncertain when the letter would reach father telling him we were there. He assured us that we
would be perfectly safe in making the trip. We went from Galveston to Houston up the bayou on boat.
Both Galveston and Houston were then small towns with cheap and unpretentious homes and business
houses.
Conveyed in Ox Wagons
“At Houston we employed a man to take us in ox wagons to Frelsburg, where we lived a year, and then
removed within six miles of La Grange. My little brother and I made the trip from Houston to Frelsburg
on horseback. Brother and I would frequently travel in advance of our party, our kind and gentlemanly
guide and contractor giving us directions about the roads, the different houses and the places at which we
should wait for the caravan to overtake us. The novel experiences which we had while making this
journey in ox wagons through a new and strange country were such that the imagination could never
have pictured to us before we left Europe with its old and conservative ideals, and where social and
business customs had to move and travel in time-worn grooves and channels. In Europe we had always
lived in rock or brick buildings, two or three stories high. Here we would ride up to a house that looked
like some laborer’s abode to get a drink of water or milk, and to our surprise we would find real
“royalty” dwelling in these humble Texas homes. Kindness, courtesy and generosity dwelt in these
primitive homes. My little brother and I soon learned that we were among true and noble people, and
being absolutely free from danger or molestation we certainly made our horseback ride from Houston to
Frelsburg one of memorable delight and pleasure. But the houses were so unlike any I had ever lived in
before leaving Europe that it was a year or more before I could sleep soundly in them.
“While living in Frelsburg Rutersville was our postoffice and trading point. All danger from Indians in
the Frelsburg settlement had ceased before I went there, and I would frequently go on horseback to
Rutersville for the mail. There were no roads, and in riding across the prairies the grass would reach up
to the saddle on my pony.
Educated at Galveston
“The Ursuline Convent had been established in Galveston before we came to Texas. Several of my
sisters were educated there. My sister, Annie, was mother superior there for several years, and I used to
make annual
semi-annual visits there ----------------------------- “While I was a teacher ----------- college at
Independence, ----------------- Civil war, General Houston ---------------------- visitor at the college, the ----
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------------ his last race for governor. ------------ to do, and being an ------ man he would come and ----------
---- of his time at the college ------------- Catholic, and he being a ------------ he made perhaps as many ----
-------- fifteen little crosses which ------- me. The last one of these ----------- away to people who would --
---------- them. He often delivered ------------ the college. He was always ------------- an address, and did
not need ----------- to deliver it. I taught ----------- Mollie, Maggie and Nettie. ------------- came to the
college wearing -------------- colored dressing gown. He ----------- partial to blue. ------------- “At that
time Independence -------- Mecca of Texas. On one ------------
Governor Clark was coming ----- college we waited hours for ------------ there, and then he did not ---------
----- speech. ----------- “During the secession ---------- excitement ran high. There -------- on both sides of
the issue, ------------- had a strong following. ------------- “As soon as the war ------------- in
Independence and Rutersville -------------- those in the military ---------------- latter place, volunteered -----
--------- army, some of them being ---------- years old. Their departure ----------- and grief into many
houses ------------before the cruel and bloody ------------- ended, many of these brave ------- Texas youths
were filling ---------- soldiers who had yielded ----------- on hard-fought fields. ----------- Less Money;
Higher ---------- “The war with its -------- companiments had ------- until our money had begun -------quite
rapidly, and all ----------- had to be bought in a ------- Calico soon leaped to $1 ----------- shoes and
other things rose ---------- proportion. Substitutes made ----------- potatoes, rye, wheat, okra ---- soon
took the place -------- on many tables. Nor was --------- before the humming old ------------------- and the
creaking old loom ---------- similar sounds on every well ------------- Many of the wealthy people ------wearing
home-made shoes, -------- themselves in home-spun -------------- of which they were glad ----------
---- member of one of our --------------- my sister, Clementine, -------- home-spun dress. She card ---------
---- spun the thread, wove and ------------ out of which she made this ----- made her quite popular with ----
-------- men who were present, and ------------- pride, skill and patriotism. ----------- “But after hostilities --
-------- wave of general demoralization swept over the country, and suicides were not infrequent among
those who found it hard to accept the results if the war.
“The Yankees came to our homes taking our horses, corn and other supplies which we needed for
starting out anew in the work of recuperating and rebuilding our lost fortunes. My father was old and he
said he would not let his horses go. We were very uneasy when the federals came to our house because
we felt like father would protest against the taking of his horses with his six-shooter if such a protest
were to become necessary, but they did not attempt to take our horses.
“When we came to Texas in 1852 La Grange, according to the Texas idea, was ‘quite a place.’ It had
about 250 inhabitants and some very nice stores.
“In 1872 I visited some friends who were living at or near Pack Saddle Mountain in Llano County. At
that time this place was Indian-ridding territory and the people had to be careful lest they were taken
unawares by the Indians. Just before I made this visit a man and his wife who had gone to the creek to
fish quite near their house were caught and scalped by the skulking redskins. Giseke & Stroud had a
store and kept the postoffice in the Pack Saddle Mountain settlement. One morning I started on
horseback to visit some neighbors. Mr. Stroud saw me start, and he mounted a horse and came at full
speed telling me that it was dangerous and that I should not go alone. I thought the Llano country with
its hills, mountains and limpid streams was beautiful.”
Mrs. Tuttle Dead
News reached the city early Wednesday morning of the passing from this life of Mrs. Tuttle, mother of
our good friends George Willrich. She was 87 years old. We were unable to learn any further details
before going to press. [Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, June 23, 1922]
MRS. L. de L. Tuttle
Eternal sleep came to Mrs. L. de L. Tuttle, mother of Judge George Willrich, Tuesday forenoon. For
several months, due to her advanced age, Mrs. Tuttle, ever interested in literary work, brilliant of mind
and concerned about the community's people, had remained at the home of her son, where her every
comfort was provided. Our brief reference to the departed invites the interest of one who enjoyed her
intimate acquaintance, to whom we assign the duty of paying a tribute to a good woman. Wednesday
morning at the Sacred Heart church Rev. Geo. Beberich held mass of requiem, and Wednesday afternoon
the citizenship of LaGrange attended the obsequies at the new cemetery. [La Grange Journal, Thursday,
June 29, 1922]
More About Liane Anna Maria De Lassaulx:
Burial: 28 Jun 1922, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX 11
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More About George Willrich and Liane De Lassaulx:
Marriage: 30 Jan 1860, Fayette County, Texas
4 ii. Daughter Willrich, born 25 Oct 1824 in Uelzen, Germany; died 25 Oct 1824 in Uelzen, Germany.
5 iii. Margarethe Dorothea Gretchen Willrich, born 28 Feb 1826 in Uelzen, Germany; died 19 Apr 1915 in
Luneberg, Germany. She married August Friedrich Ludwig Keuffel 1841; born 13 Mar 1813 in Uelzen,
Germany; died 05 Jan 1884 in Luneberg, Germany.
More About August Keuffel and Margarethe Willrich:
Marriage: 1841
6 iv. Carl Friedrich Theodore Willrich 12,13 , born 30 Mar 1828 in Uelzen, Germany; died 07 May 1906 in
Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 14,15 . He married Agnes Hart Bowman 16,17,18 25 Jan 1867 in Mahonoy City,
Schuylkill Co., PA; born 05 Jul 1849 in Bucks Mtn, PA; died 06 Jul 1911 in Schulenburg, Fayette, TX.
Notes for Carl Friedrich Theodore Willrich:
The friends of Judge C. T. Willrich of Schulenburg, residing in La Grange, were much pained Monday to
learn of his untimely demise which occurred Sunday. Judge Willrich was a prominent citizen of our
sister city where for many years he very creditably held the positions of mayor and justice of the peace,
occupying the latter chair when death claimed him. Known to all and beloved he will be sadly missed.
Judge Willrich, we are informed was about eighty-six years of age. [La Grange Journal, May 10, 1906
More About Carl Friedrich Theodore Willrich:
Burial: Abt. 09 May 1906, City Cemetery, Schulenburg, Fayette Co., TX
Notes for Agnes Hart Bowman:
Mrs. C. T. Willrich
At the home of her daughter, Mrs. E. L. McKinnon, near Schulenburg, with whom she had lived since
the death of her husband, Mrs. C. T. Willrich died Friday, July 7, after an illness of several weeks. She
was the widow of the late Justice Willrich, for many years a resident of Schulenburg, where she enjoyed
the esteem, friendship and love of all. At the time of her demise, deceased was 62 years of age and had
been an invalid for several years. The remains were taken to Schulenburg and there interred by the side
of her husband. In attendance upon the funeral from this city were Mesdames George Willrich, Ernst
Knigge, Herman Schroeder and Emil Koehler. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, July 13, 1911]
More About Agnes Hart Bowman:
Burial: Abt. 08 Jul 1911, City Cemetery, Schulenburg, Fayette Co., TX
More About Carl Willrich and Agnes Bowman:
Marriage: 25 Jan 1867, Mahonoy City, Schuylkill Co., PA
7 v. Johanne Pauline Willrich, born 17 Oct 1829 in Uelzen, Germany; died 29 Jul 1860 in Bluff, Fayette, TX.
She married Johann Andreas Huebner 19,20 29 Aug 1848 in Fayette County, Texas; born 28 Nov 1814 in
Rottinzen, Bavaria; died 22 Oct 1894 in Bluff, Fayette, TX 21 .
More About Johanne Pauline Willrich:
Burial: Abt. 31 Jul 1860, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
Notes for Johann Andreas Huebner:
Cattle brands registered at the Fayette County Courthouse:
Page 301, # 744
John A. Hubner
Mark under half crop in the right ear and over half crop in the left ear.
Note this mark is recorded in the place of the one on page 57 Book B
Recorded June 4th A.D. 1859
ZMP French Clk C C
MR. J. A. HUEBNER
The Journal regrets to learn that Mr. J.A. Huebner, an old and highly respected citizen of this county,
died Monday, Oct. 22, 1894, at the residence of his son-in-law, Mr. Emil Richers, of Bluff
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neighborhood. He was born Nov. 28, 1814. His remains, we understand, were interred yesterday at the
Lewis Cemetery near Cedar. The Journal extends to the surviving relatives its sincere sympathy in their
bereavement. [La Grange Journal, Thursday, October 25, 1894]
Johann Andreas Hubner
Memorandum
August 26, 1894
Birthday of Louise. Full house in the evening. Organization of Mutual Assistants Association of Fayette
County. Paid my initiation fee of $1.50. F. Streithoff, President, __ Lange ______.
The extract of J. A. Huebner biography. See original in paper, October and November 1894:
Johann Andreas Huebner, born November 14, 1814 in Reutlingen, Bavaria, Germany. Left Germany for
Baltimore; landed 1832. Received from his older brother Andreas a small part of his inheritance, 13
years old. Death of older brother 1834. In New Orleans 1835 - 36. Spent winter in Indianola. Fannin
taken prisoner March 20, 1836. Fannin and _____ shot Sunday, March 27, 1836. Battle of San Jacinto
April 21, 1836. Antonio Lopez taken prisoner. On next day back in New Orleans. May 1836 until 1840
in New Orleans. Fischer’s acquaintance. Returned to Texas 1840. Went back to New Orleans in 1842,
then to La Grange. Bought the land of Evans, Tells, Richters, Steimanns, and Otto Rashere in 1844, sold
200 acres and bought 200 acres from William Brookfield in Berrys league and several hundred acres
cedar wood. Married in 1848. His wife died in July 1860. Came here on July 27, 1894. Went with
George to Andrew 14th or 15th of August 1894. Went back on horseback on October 10, 1894. Got sick
on October 13, 1894. Died October 22, 1894 at 5:15 p.m. Buried October 24, 1894. Burial ceremony of
Pastor Wimberly.
More About Johann Andreas Huebner:
Burial: 24 Oct 1894, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas 22
More About Johann Huebner and Johanne Willrich:
Marriage: 29 Aug 1848, Fayette County, Texas
8 vi. Dorothea Elizabeth Meta Willrich, born 09 Jan 1831 in Uelzen, Germany; died 16 Nov 1846 in Uelzen,
Germany.
9 vii. Anna Charlotte Auguste Willrich, born 22 Mar 1832 in Uelzen, Germany; died 17 Aug 1834 in Uelzen,
Germany.
10 viii. Sophie Maria Charlotte Willrich 23 , born 21 Nov 1833 in Uelzen, Germany; died 12 Mar 1879 in Bluff,
Fayette, TX. She married Robert Friedrich Dencker 24,25 21 Oct 1853 in Fayette County, Texas; born 12
Feb 1818 in Goslar am Harz, Germany; died 11 Jul 1896 in Bluff, Fayette, TX 26 .
More About Sophie Maria Charlotte Willrich:
Burial: Abt. 14 Mar 1879, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
Notes for Robert Friedrich Dencker:
Dr. F. A. Denkert, a resident of Cedar vicinage, and an old resident of this county, died one day last
week. He had lived in Texas, fifty years and was greatly esteemed by those who knew him. [La Grange
Journal, July 23, 1896]
More About Robert Friedrich Dencker:
Burial: Abt. 13 Jul 1896, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
More About Robert Dencker and Sophie Willrich:
Marriage: 21 Oct 1853, Fayette County, Texas
11 ix. Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich 27,28,29,30,31,32 , born 17 Oct 1835 in Uelzen, Hanover, Germany 33,34 ;
died 24 Apr 1931 in Bluff, Fayette, TX 35,36 . She married John R. Vogt 37,38,39,40 27 Jan 1857 in Fayette
County, Texas; born 09 May 1832 in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany 41 ; died 14 Sep 1909 in Bluff,
Fayette, TX 42,43 .
Notes for Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich:
“Black Beans of Death”
(From The American-Statesman)
It is a cold, gloomy day in March of 1843. A dismal wind startles weird echoes in the trees and canons
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of mountainous country near Salado, Mexico – rising in the mountains and sweeping with vicious
insistence down to the little settlement where one hundred and seventy-six men are doomed to die. In
their hearts there is little hope of release. They sit in the stifling air of a rude shed, converted into a death
chamber from a barn, and wait orders to march before a firing line and surrender their lives for Texas.
Awaiting the surrender of their all – these who had scorned all other surrender as not befitting men who
had sworn themselves to win freedom for their state. Their clothes were worn threadbare, their feet were
sore and lacerated from those long days and nights on the mountains without food or shelter while they
sought the way back to Texas. Bodies were weak and helpless from the long exposure and in their minds
was no thought but the release death would bring. In the hands of the Mexican general Santa Anna they
hoped for no mercy. Guards enter the room and silently place the men in heavy iron chains, ordering
each to stand in line as he was bound. No word is said – then one of the Mexicans holds an official
looking document to the light and reads orders that chill the blood of every man who heard them. They
had expected death – death for them all according to the will of Santa Anna. Their capturer, General
Mexia, had written his relentless commander, asking freedom for the prisoners, and Santa Anna had
granted that only one man out of every ten would be shot and that the others might be spared. In the
history of Texas is written many chapters of dramatic happenings, but none more powerful in ironic
twists of fate than the scene that followed the reading of the cruel orders. An officer, holding an earthen
mug in his hand, comes into the shed where the Texans were confined and bound in chains. In the mug
were one hundred and seventy-six beans, the number of the prisoners. One hundred and fifty-nine beans
were white and seventeen were black. The prisoners were each to draw a bean from the mug. The black
beans meant death. To tell the rest would be only to repeat a story known to all Texans, for the destiny
of the Mier prisoners – men who dared to enter the enemy’s country out-numbered many times, to save
their comrades captured by General Woll at San Antonio – will be re-told and remembered through many
generations. It is from the lips of Mrs. Franciska Vogt of La Grange that the story was recently
recounted with a new and gripping angle on the well known incidents – for Mrs. Vogt is the one person
living who was present and remembers when the bones of these seventeen men were brought back to
Texas soil and buried on the bluff overlooking her home in La Grange. And it was on her 93rd birthday
that she recalled that solemn ceremony of 1848, when as a child of 13 she rode bareback to the site
where the Mier prisoners were re-buried with honor and praise. “Ah, I shall never forget how it looked –
that procession of men riding mules and leading others with the bones of the Texans slung in gunnysacks
across the backs of the animals,” she said, her eyes once more glowing with the amazement she
must have felt as a child. “They came right into town, and when I heard what was going to be done, I
remember I ran and jumped on my pony and raced to the top of the hill for the ceremony.” “I do not
remember much of what happened, except that it was all very solemn and quiet as the bones were
carefully and tenderly buried up there on the hill. Then the monument was put up – the big limestone
tomb under which are the remains of those seventeen men who drew the black beans of death.” Mrs.
Vogt recalled that she was unable to get astride her horse after it was all over – remembering, as she says,
more of the smaller details that made an impression on a young mind. “I know it was some man from
Austin who helped me – some nice man who held my horse and helped me swing up to ride back home
again, but I do not know who, though I still remember how he looked that day,” she said. The little old
lady who will soon reach the century mark also told the story of the man who took the black bean drawn
by a comrade away from him and died in his stead. The incident may be legend or true, but Mrs. Vogt
states that she has heard it all her life and believes its veracity. It is told that the first to draw the fatal lot
was a man with a wife and children back at home, and that his friend forced him to exchange the beans
so that he might live. Though the names of this Damon and Pythias of Texas history may be lost in the
maze of years, what a monument to friendships that face life and death with equal unselfishness! The
burial of the Mier prisoners is only one of the incidents of early Texas history that can be told in the first
person by the gray-haired and smiling grandmother and great-grandmother of La Grange. She came to
Fayette county from Germany in 1847 with her mother and brothers and sisters, following the father
George Willrich, who had come the previous year and located a home. Mrs. Vogt tells that the state gave
300 acres of land to every man with a family who settled in that country then – land as wild as if it had
never been touched by man. “These hills were thick with wild animals and rattle snakes, but I got used
to them and remember riding all over the country by myself as a child,” she relates. “I will always
remember one time when I was going after the horses for my mother and came up on a lot of commotion
in the woods. When I got to a clearing, I saw six wolves tearing at the body of a deer they had killed.”
Mrs. Vogt’s father was a prominent judge in the “old country,” and came to America with many other
immigrants during those years who sought freedom and prosperity in the new land. He had a large
family of children whose children and children’s children are numbered among the settlers of the state.
Mrs. Vogt’s own children are Mrs. Ernest Knigge of La Grange, with whom she makes her home; E. R.
Vogt of Schulenburg, Julius Vogt of O’Quinn, Mrs. Fritz Nollkamper, Fritz Vogt, La Grange. The story
of the Mier prisoners will again be placed before the people of Texas during the next legislature, it was
recently learned, as the senator and representative from that part of the state, Senator Gus. Rusek of
Schulenburg and Rep. James Pavlica of Flatonia, are to ask that 50 acres of land along the top of the
bluff where the men are buried, be purchased by the state for a state park and a memorial to their
heroism. The land is available for purchase at this time, and as the location is ideal scenically for a
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eautiful recreation resort, they will use all their power to pass the bill creating the Mier park for Texas.
A monument already stands on the court house square at La Grange, erected several years ago by the
state “to the memory of the men who drew the black beans and were shot at Salado, Mexico, on March
24th, 1843,” and to Capt. N. H. Dawson and his men who were massacred at Salado, Texas, in
September of 1842. The remains of some of these men are also said to rest with the Mier prisoners in the
tomb at La Grange, brought back by the group who went by mule train on their errand of such grim
homage. To follow the trail of these one hundred and fifty-six men who were spared in the fatal lottery
at the haciendo of Salado would be to wonder whether or not the man who saved his friend did not leave
him the worse fate. Dying of unbearable hardships on their march into Mexico City, wasting away in
dungeons, shot while trying to escape and a few finally winning their way back to Texas, the group one
by one went the way of their comrades who drew death from the glass of chance that day. But no matter
what followed for them, it would surely be safe to imagine that none experienced deeper agony of
suspence, or grief for his comrades, than when they plunged their hands into the little grains of matter,
colored black and white, that meant a promised freedom or a black doom. [The La Grange Journal,
November 15, 1928]
FRANZISKA VOGT
"Grandmother Vogt Passes Away"
Reaching the age of 95 years, 5 months and 7 days, Grandmother Franziska Vogt, one of our most
interesting and esteemed citizens closes the last chapter of her life 24 April 1931. She was born 17
October 1835 in Germany and came to Fayette County with her mother, Mrs. Geo. Willrich, and sisters
and brothers in the year 1847. Her father, a prominent judge in the old country, had come over the year
before to locate a home for the family. Texas gave three hundred acres of land to every man with family
who settled upon its soil, land seemingly untouched by man, with wild beasts and snakes roaming at will.
They went through many trials during these days, and to hear grandmother recite some of the history of
her younger days was interesting. In 1928 the Journal reproduced an account entitled: "Black Beans of
Death", a story told by the subject of this sketch on her 93rd birthday anniversary, which had been
published in the Austin American. She recalled the solemn ceremony of 1848, when a child of thirteen
she rode horseback to the site where the Mier prisoners of war were reburied with honor and praise, on
Kreische's Bluff. After the death of her husband, John Vogt, 22 years ago, she continued to live at the
old home near O'Quinn, where her youngest son, Julius, now resides. About ten years ago she came to
live in her declining years with her daughter Mrs. E. Knigge of this city. It may truly be said of her, she
won the love of all with whom she came in contact, and will be greatly missed. Mrs. Vogt was the
mother of eight children, five sons and three daughters, of whom three preceded her in death: Mrs. H.
Schroeder of this city and Geo. Vogt of Schulenburg; Hans died at the age of 8 years. The living are:
E.R. Vogt of Schulenburg, Mrs. Fritz Nollkamper, Mrs. E. Knigge and Fritz Vogt of this city and Julius
Vogt of O'Quinn. Twenty-three grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren, besides two step sisters, Mrs.
Anna Gross of San Antonio and Mrs. Louise Koehler of this city are among the sorrowing relatives.
Interment took place at the Cedar Cemetery Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. C.O. Boatman
officiating. [La Grange Journal, April 30, 1931]
Fayette’s Oldest Citizen Dies
Franziska Vogt, nee Willrich, was born in Ulzen, Hanover, Germany on October 17, 1835, the youngest
daughter of the first marriage of her father, George C. Willrich, or Judge in his native town. In the year
1846 she came to Texas, together with her stepmother, following her father who came here two years
previous, settling on the Bluff, about four miles South of La Grange. The old house she grew to
womanhood is still standing. She married John R. Vogt on January 13th, 1857. Eight children were
born to this union, of whom three died, Margartha, wife of Herman Schraeder of La Grange; George
Vogt of Schulenburg and John, who died at the age of seven years. Her husband, John R. Vogt,
preceded her in death 22 years ago. Surviving are five children: E. R. of Schulenburg; Charlotte, wife of
Fritz Nollkamper of La Grange; Anna, wife of Emil Knigge of La Grange; and Julius of O’Quin, he is
living on the old homestead, the house was build in 1856 and was occupied by the couple for 53 years or
until the death of her husband on Sept. 14, 1909. Grandmother Vogt, as she was known to the entire
community, was at the time of her death the oldest citizen in Fayette County and the only survivor of
those who were present when the bones of the Dawson Company, who were killed near Goliad in 1846
by the Mexican Army were buried on Monument Hill in the year 1848. She was blessed with remarkable
memory, she at the time was 12 years of age and could remember the principal speech on that occasion
by Lubbock, almost every word, he was afterwards Governor of Texas. She died at the home of her
youngest daughter, Anna Knigge of La Grange, on April 24th, and was laid to rest in the family burial
ground at Cedar Cemetery on April 25th., beside her beloved husband, with whom she shared rainy days
and sunshine for 53 years. Surviving to mourn her death are five children, nineteen grandchildren, and
nine great-grandchildren. To them, the Sticker tenders its most sincere sympathy. [The Schulenburg
Sticker, Friday, May 1, 1931]
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More About Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich:
Burial: 25 Apr 1931, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
Notes for John R. Vogt:
IN MEMORY OF JOHN VOGT
When the visit of the death angel was made to the home of John Vogt, near Cedar, last week, Tuesday,
September 14, 1909, the spirit of one of Fayette County's oldest and most beloved citizens journeyed to
the far-off home to dwell with the great majority who have gone before. The entire vicinage where he
was most highly respected and revered was wrapt in sorrow and heartfelt expressions of regret were
frequent. John Vogt was born in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany May 9, 1832, and when a lad of
seventeen years emigrated to America, landing at Galveston August 31, 1849. His journey to Fayette
was made in the primitive manner of that time, by ox-wagon. For several years after his arrival he earned
his living by daily labor. In the year 1857, January 13, he was united in marriage with Miss Franziska
Willrich, one of the then popular belles of Cedar. The ceremony occured at the home of Dr. Dencker,
which home still stands and shelters a daughter of the doctor. After one year's residence at this place, the
family removed to the home which was the deceased's until the final call was made and he passed out of
the knowledge of earthly matters. The union was blessed with eight children, one of whom died many
years ago. The seven living are: Mrs. Hermann Schroeder of Cedar, E. R. Vogt of Schulenburg, Mrs.
Fritz Nollkamper of Swiss Alp, George Vogt of Swiss Alp, Fritz Vogt of La Grange, John Vogt of Cedar
and Mrs. Ernst Knigge of La Grange. Seventeen grand children and one great grandchild also mourn the
loss of good old Papa Vogt. Wednesday morning of last week the funeral was held from the old
homestead and the remains, followed by an immense cortege, were conveyed to the Cedar Cemetery and
laid to rest with beautiful and impressive ceremonies. Rev. Kern, pastor of the Lutheran Church at Swiss
Alp, spoke of the good qualities of the deceased and commited his spirit to the care of the Maker. Judge
Willrich, who is related to the family, also spoke at the grave dwelling on the ennobling life led by his
relative. Mr. Vogt was one of the Texas Confederate soldiers. At the last reunion, held here in May, he
was unable to take part. At a former reunion the remaining soldiers of what once was a strong company
were photographed. There were not many present but the picture shows the faces of determined men. It
was this picture the writer was shown when he last visited the home of the deceased. He cherished this
with the pride characteristic of the grizzeled old veterans of today, who, in their youth, shouldered their
muskets in a cause they believed right. It was at that time I learned to know more of Grandpa Vogt and
to love him for his goodness of heart and his consideration for the wants and rights of others. He is gone
now sleeping that long sleep that knows no awakening, but which is recorded as being the rest from
which we will all arise some sweet day to share the blessing of the Messiah. A. FRIEND [La Grange
Journal, September 23, 1909]
More About John R. Vogt:
Burial: 15 Sep 1909, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
More About John Vogt and Franziska Willrich:
Marriage: 27 Jan 1857, Fayette County, Texas
12 x. Tocher Willrich, born 02 Feb 1838 in Uelzen, Germany; died 02 Feb 1838 in Uelzen, Germany.
Children of Georg Willrich and Elise Kuckuck are:
13 i. Julius Ludwig George 8 Willrich 44,45,46 , born 31 Dec 1841 in Uelzen, Germany; died 11 Feb 1919 in
Fayette County, Texas.
Notes for Julius Ludwig George Willrich:
Meeting of Ex-Confederates
Pursuant to the call published in these columns last week, a number of ex-Confederates held an informal
meeting at this place and talked over matters relating to a permanent county organization, and adjourned
subject to call without perfecting a permanent organization. The following gentlemen were present:
Capt. R. H. Phelps, Capt. S. Alexander, Jno. T. Harwell, Natt Holman, N. C. Rives, J. H. Schroeder, D.
C. Barden, T. S. McIlwaine, C. Michaelis, J. T. Philips, W. H. Thomas, J. W. Trousdale, J. E. Moore, J.
E. Barnhill, J. Z. Walker, J. B. Holloway, R. S. Homuth, O. J. Horn, La Grange, Julius Willrich, Charley
Schroeder, Bluff; J. E. Hutcheson, S. K. Rainey, Winchester; R. J. Robinson, T. J. Hill, Plum; R. L.
McCauley, Engle; G. W. Cole, Muldoon; M. A. Hopkins, Flatonia; M. B. O’Bar, Warrenton; Henry
Meyer, Chr. Steinman, Swiss Alp; Max Meitzen, Fayetteville, 33 in all. Taking into consideration the
short notice given of the meeting, the foregoing was a very good representation. With proper notice the
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number will be largely increased and an organization perfected without much trouble, which will grow
and become a source of much pleasure to the old veterans. [La Grange Journal, November 19, 1891]
JULIUS WILLRICH OLD CITIZEN RESPONDS
Death Comes Peacefully to Prof. JULIUS WILLRICH
Tuesday night without warning, the grim reaper claimed another of our oldest citizens, when Prof. Julius
Willrich, aged seventy-eight years passed to his reward February 11, 1919. He was born December 31,
1841. Not ill but ever active and about as was his custom, few could believe the report when it was
circulated early Wednesday morning. Prof. Willrich, prominently connected and for nearly sixty years a
citizen of this county, was of a quiet and friend-making disposition, ably educated and proficient to his
calling - school teacher, which he pursued for many years. At one time he taught at the Teutonia School
which was near Mt. Eliza where he lived with his parents, Georg K. and Elise (Kukuk) Willrich for a
time. In this country when the North and South struggled for supremacy, he served as a confederate
soldier, retaining this dignified bearing until the end. From the home of Mrs. Elise Mensing in this city
the funeral will be held today, Thursday, afternoon at two o'clock with interment at the Cedar Cemetery.
Friends, relatives and acquaintances are asked to attend. Prof. Willrich leaves many relatives and friends
to mourn his departure. [La Grange Journal, February 13, 1919]
"The Latins and the Prairie Blume Society"
By Donna Green
The Latins were a group of young people who lived in and around the Bluff area of Fayette County
during the 1840-1860 time period. They were so named because of their education and cultural
background. They had emigrated from the small principalities of Central Europe in order to give their
children better opportunities. These people hoped to find in Texas the democracy and freedom that had
been denied them in Europe. Many of the Latins were political refugees who had taken part in the
republican revolution of 1848. The Latins were proud of their culture and education and often found it
difficult to adjust to their new rural surroundings. One young woman wrote to a friend in Europe
complaining that there was little mental stimulation in the daily life on a farm. She wrote that each day
suffered from "eternal sameness" and was "painfully monotonous." In her desire to learn she often spent
countless hours studying alone. About 1857 things changed for the young Latins of the area when a
local German poet, Johannes Romberg, formed the Prairie Blume Literary Society at Black Jack Springs.
It was one of the first literary societies in Texas. The society published a journal featuring literary
contributions from its members. The journal was named the "Prairie Blume" because the prairie flower
symbolized prose and poetry. The young Latins anxiously awaited every meeting of the society. It was
nothing for them to ride fourteen miles on horseback just to attend one of the meetings. They were much
more formal than is customary today. Julius Willrich would often ride to a member's garden gate and
invite them to the next meeting with these words: "I have the honor to invite you to the next meeting of
the Prairie Blume at our house." Various families took turns in entertaining the group of young scholars.
At meetings intellectual games were often played followed by a flute solo or a violin concerto. The
young Latins discussed many subjects including the political and social conditions in the world. They
would often spend hours philosophizing over books they had read or writing down these thoughts to
contribute to the next issue of the journal. Today some copies of the "Prairie Blume" still exist. At the
outbreak of the Civil War the activities of the organization declined as many members joined the
military. After a few more years the society was discontinued entirely.
More About Julius Ludwig George Willrich:
Burial: 13 Feb 1919, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
14 ii. Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie Willrich 47,48,49,50 , born 25 Mar 1843 in Uelzen, Germany 51,52 ; died 16
Nov 1946 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX 53 . She married Gustav Groos 54,55 28 Sep 1865 in Bluff, Fayette,
TX 56 ; born 10 Jun 1832 in Strass-Ebersbach, Saxony, Germany; died 21 Aug 1895 in San Antonio,
Bexar, TX 57 .
Notes for Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie Willrich:
San Antonian, 103, Dies; Services Planned Monday
Mrs. Anna Groos, 231 Washington St., a great-great-grandmother, died at her home Saturday. A
resident of Texas for 99 years, she was 103 years of age. Born in Uelzen, Hannover, Germany, March
25, 1843, she came with her mother to a farm near La Grange, Fayette County, where her father, a
political refugee, had preceded them by a year. Married to Gustav Groos in 1865, she spent a few years
in Eagle Rock [Pass]. With that exception, she had been a resident of San Antonio since her marriage.
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Her husband died in 1885 [1895]. She is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Elise Guenther, Mrs. Anna
Giesecke, Mrs. Minnie Wilkins and Mrs. Lottie G. Watlington; a son, Gus J. Groos; 10 grandchildren
and one great-grandchild. All of her survivors live in San Antonio. Private services will be held
Monday, 10 a.m., at her home. [San Antonio Express, Sunday, November 17, 1946]
Groos – Private services for Mrs. Anna Groos, of 231 Washington St., will be Monday morning at 10
o’clock at the home, 231 Washington St., with Rev. Samuel O. Capers officiating. Interment in City
Cemetery No. 1 under the direction of Porter Loring. Please omit flowers. [San Antonio Express,
Monday, November 18, 1946]
Mrs. Anna Groos, 103, Dies In San Antonio
Mrs. Anna Groos, 103, of San Antonio, formerly of near La Grange, passed away in San Antonio
Saturday, Nov. 16. Funeral services were held at San Antonio the following Monday. Mrs. Groos was a
sister of the late Mrs. Louise Koehler of La Grange. She immigrated from Germany when a girl. Her
parents settled in the Bluff community. Upon her marriage she moved to San Antonio where she
continued living until her death. Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Elise Guenther, Mrs. Anna
Giesecke and Mrs. Minnie Wilkens, all of San Antonio; and one son, Gus J. Groos of San Antonio. She
was an aunt of Arthur Koehler, Mrs. Elise Mensing, Mrs. Anna Kirsch and Mrs. Heda Gebhardt of La
Grange. [ Fayette County Record, Tuesday, November 26, 1946]
More About Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie Willrich:
Burial: 18 Nov 1946, City Cemetery Number 1, San Antonio, Bexar, TX 58
Notes for Gustav Groos:
Death of Gustav Groos
He Passes Away After Two Months Of Illness
A Cerebral Hemorrhage Was The Primary Cause Of Death
A Review Of His Life
After an illness of nearly two months Mr. Gustav Groos died at 5:20 o’clock yesterday afternoon at his
residence on Washington street. Mr. Groos accompanied the T. P. A. excursion to Mexico last June. He
returned about the latter part of the month and on the way home was stricken with a cerebral hemorrhage,
a blood vessel over the brain bursting, allowing blood to rest on the brain. He was brought home in a
serious condition and ever since has been confined to his bed. Everything that medical skill and careful
nursing could do has been done, but without effect. About a week ago Mr. Groos became delirious and
last Saturday consciousness left him and all hope of his recovery was given up. Yesterday morning he
became much worse and sank rapidly until death relieved him of his suffering. Mr. Groos was one of the
most prominent citizens of San Antonio in financial and business circles, and besides a large business
acquaintances he has a host of friends who will be grieved at his death. His death was quite a surprise to
many. While it was known that he was ill, the fact of his condition being so serious had been kept quiet.
The news of his death spread rapidly and soon a large number of friends began gathering at the home to
offer what condolence and assistance lay in their power. Gustave Groos was born in Nassau, Germany,
June 10, 1832, his father was C. E. Groos. In 1848 Mr. Groos, Sr. and family moved to this country,
landing in Galveston. From there they went to Fayette county, where Mr. Groos purchased a farm and
was engaged in that occupation for a number of years. In the spring of 1850 Mr. Groos, accompanied by
his brothers, went to Eagle Pass, where they were engaged in the mercantile business until 1874, when
they moved to this city. Here they opened a wholesale grocery business, which they carried on for two
years, and then embarked in the banking business, under the firm name of F. Groos & Co. Mr. G. Groos
has been a member of this firm ever since and actively engaged in the business. His business operations
have been successful and he has amassed quite a fortune. Mr. Groos was married at Bluff, Fayette
county, Sept. 28, 1865, to Miss Anna F. Willrich, daughter of a prominent and wealthy farmer of that
place. His wife survives him. They have seven children, Mrs. C. F. Guenther, Mrs. Gus Giesecke, Otto
Groos, Miss Minnie Groos, Gus J. Groos, Miss Lottie Groos and F. C. Groos. Deceased leaves two
brothers, F. Groos and Adolfas Groos, who resides in Medina, and three sisters, Mrs. J. Giesecke and
Mrs. Adolf Giesecke of New Braunfels; also Mrs. Groos, who resides in Germany. The deceased was a
member of the Casino Association, Beethoven Mannerchor and San Antonio Schotzen Verin, and these
societies will attend the funeral. The funeral will take place from the residence at 5 o’clock. The
honorary pall bearers are William Heuermann, Sr., Capt. E. Dosch, C. Griesenbeck, C. H. Guenther,
John Ligler, Albert Maverick, John J. Stevens, H. D. Kampmann. The active pall bearers are Hans L.
Degner, Ed Dreims, Albert Steves, Hugo Griesenbeck, Adolf Wagner, Julius Horne, Charles Hummell
and George Koerner. [San Antonio Daily Express, Thursday, August 22, 1895]
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More About Gustav Groos:
Burial: Abt. 23 Aug 1895, City Cemetery Number 1, San Antonio, Bexar, TX
More About Gustav Groos and Anna Willrich:
Marriage: 28 Sep 1865, Bluff, Fayette, TX 59
15 iii. Otto August George Willrich 60,61,62,63 , born 28 Feb 1845 in Uelzen, Germany 64 ; died 12 Feb 1929 in
LaGrange, Fayette, TX 65 . He married (1) Helena Wildner 10 Jan 1867 in Fayette County, Texas 66 ; died
Unknown. He married (2) Anna Kloss 67,68,69,70 17 Dec 1870 in Fayette County, Texas; born 23 Nov
1847 in Mecklenburg, Germany 71 ; died 26 Jan 1922 in Fayette Co., TX 72 .
Notes for Otto August George Willrich:
Aged Citizen Ill
Otto Willrich, Sr., living near the city, and one our older citizens of many years, is reported in a serious
condition at the family home, with little hopes held out for his recovery. He was brought to the La
Grange Hospital early Wednesday morning. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, January 24, 1929]
THE OLD OAK WITHERS AND DIES
"As sturdy as the oak" - until the heavy hand falls and response is inevitable. So "Come unto Me all ye
who are weary, and heavy laden, and I will give thee rest."
OTTO WILLRICH, SR.
Born in Elsen, Hanover, Ger. February 19, 1845
Died at La Grange, Texas February 13, 1929
Aged 83 yrs, 11 mos, 24 dys
In paying a tribute to this good citizen I seek not to worm my way into the good graces of those who
were his dependents, as children, I refer to the man whom I have known since my early youth; I use the
honorable name "man" because, in the circle in which he lived he had the respect of every one who knew
him, and never hesitated to extend to me the right hand of fellowship. To have known him is one of the
precious assets of mine. He belonged to that class of citizens who have made the world a better place in
which to live; the legacy he leaves to his children is not measured according to his holdings, but in the
standard of worth, which prompts those who knew him well, to say: "This was a man." He scorned to do
a dishonest act, and was a living example of the son who believed it a valuable privilege to uphold,
without stain - by act or speech - the name of his ancestors. From his home, established when he took
unto himself a mate, there was sent out a family of children who looked upon the father as an example to
emulate. Otto Willrich was a citizen who craved no honors; in his retiring manner of living, not alone or
unto himself; the doors were opened by the magic word of welcome to all who cared to enter. And with
endowment the Creator gives to the sturdy oak of the forest, to withstand the ravages of time and the
vicissitudes of life, he bore, with fortitude, whatever affliction there was visited upon him, realizing that
the lot of all men, like the cross to the Savior, must be borne. He accepted these edicts as they were
tendered. And when the Great Reader, of the Chart of Life, wrote the edict, January 26, 1922, that a
companionship of 52 years should cease, he bowed in acquescence, and saw Mama Anna, his wife, start
on her celestial journey. All partings are painful, he lived on, patiently awaiting the hour when his name
would be announced; yet he manifested his usual interest in all things, and stood ready, like the soldier of
honor, to obey a command. The world will not stop moving because he is gone; the world will not be
changed, because of his going; there are too many of us still here, but this vacancy his going has caused,
will be sacred to those who bear his descendency, and it will be an inspiration to them, because, Otto
Willrich, Sr., was a worthy trustee, a guardian of the name entrusted to him. He has passed to his sons
and daughters, the sword of his father, of his grand-sires, and thereon is no tarnish. He was a credit to
his family name. The loving prefix of father, following that of a son and grandson, remains as a memory
in the circle in which he lived, and in the minds of relative and friend. I sincerely regret that my
enfeebled condition prevented my attendance upon the hour when they carried him to his resting place. I
am glad it was my privilege to have known him, I would have been happier to have been more closely
associated with him. The sympathy, at the loss of a father and brother, is expressed to his sisters, and to
his children. B.F. HARIGEL
Otto Willrich was brought to America by his parents when still an infant - only one year old. His parents
settled in the old Bluff section and took up farming. When Otto reached his fourteenth year, he was
taken back to Germany, in order that he might receive the advantage of the tutelage of earned educations
at his birthplace, and for four years he remained in Germany. Returning to Fayette County as a young
man, and to the parental home, he entered as a farmer and in the year 1870, was united in marriage with
Miss Anna Kloss who made him a good wife, became the mother of his children and helped to rear a
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very interesting family. Eleven children blessed this union; the living children are: Mrs. V.C. Sladczyk,
Otto Willrich, Jr., and Mrs. Augusta, wife of Geo. Schaefer - La Grange; Geo. Willrich, farmer near La
Grange, H. A. and Louis Willrich of Houston, and Miss Rita, who nursed him in his declining years, and
lived at the family home near the city. The children who preceded him were: Mrs. E. Lueders, Miss Elise,
also grown, and Fritz, aged 2 years. Mrs. Willrich died, as stated January 26, 1922. Two sisters and one
half-sister also survive. These are: Mrs. Franziska Vogt, La Grange; Mrs. Anna Gross, San Antonio; Mrs.
Louise Koehler, La Grange. Mr. and Mrs. Otto Willrich, Sr., with their living children and
grandchildren present, and other relatives, celebrated the golden anniversary of their wedding, in the year
1920; there are 18 grandchildren and one great grandchild who survive him. In attendance upon the
funeral, held with religious services by Rev. R. Heise, first at the home of his son-in-law, V.C. Sladczyk,
Wednesday afternoon at 2:30, and the body taken to the Cedar Cemetery and placed by the side of his
wife, were many, relatives and friends - and the following from afar: Dr. Geo. Sladczyk of Port Arthur;
Mr. and Mrs. S.S. Sengelmann of Houston; H.A. Willrich and family; Arthur Sladczyk and Louis
Willrich of Houston and Gus Gross of San Antonio. Requiescat in Pace. [La Grannge Journal, February
14, 1929]
WILLRICH RELATIVES MEET IN ANNUAL REUNION, SUNDAY
The Fair Grounds, always an agreeable place to have a picnic, was used Sunday by members of the
Willrich family, descendants of the late Mr. and Mrs. Otto Willrich and relatives. There was present, a
total of 33 members of the family. From other cities there came Louis Willrich and family, Sam
Sengelmann and family and Arthur Sladczyk and family of Houston; Mr. and Mrs. Otto Sladczyk of
Yoakum. The remaining members of the Sunday crowd are local. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday,
April 15, 1937]
More About Otto August George Willrich:
Burial: 13 Feb 1929, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
More About Otto Willrich and Helena Wildner:
Marriage: 10 Jan 1867, Fayette County, Texas 73
Notes for Anna Kloss:
Mrs. Otto Willrich, Sr.
Another of Fayette County's Older Citizens Journeys Hence
Late Thursday evening of last week death claimed another of the early settlers of the Bluff section, Mrs.
Anna Willrich, Sr., passing to her reward after an illness that had lasted only two days. At the time of
her demise she was in her seventy-fifth year. Mrs. Willrich was born in Mecklenburg, Germany, and
came to America when she was a small girl. Upon reaching her majority she became the wife of Otto
Willrich, Sr., and to them were born ten children, three of whom preceded the mother in death. ------children,
are as follows: Mesdames V. C. Sladczyk and Geo. C. Schaefer, Otto Willrich, Jr., La Grange;
George Willrich, Jr., of Bluff, Louis and H. A. Willrich of Houston and Miss Rita at the old home. Of
Mrs. Willrich it may be truly said she was a good wife and mother, possessing the ever laudable hostess
spirit and kindly consideration that made the Willrich home the meeting place of relatives and friends.
Her earthly remains were carried to the Cedar cemetery Saturday afternoon and placed to their last rest.
Rev. Heise officiating. Her maiden name was Miss Anna Kloss and she was the last member of her
family. [La Grange Journal, February 2, 1922]
More About Anna Kloss:
Burial: 28 Jan 1922, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas 73
More About Otto Willrich and Anna Kloss:
Marriage: 17 Dec 1870, Fayette County, Texas
16 iv. Louis Willrich, born 1848 in Bluff, Fayette, TX; died 1848 in Bluff, Fayette, TX.
17 v. Louisa Theodora Willrich 74,75,76,77,78 , born 29 Dec 1849 in Bluff, Fayette, TX 79,80 ; died 07 Nov 1944 in
LaGrange, Fayette, TX 81 . She married Emil Koehler 82,83,84,85,86 21 Dec 1871 in Fayette County, Texas;
born 08 Apr 1836 in Halberstadt, Prussia, Germany; died 14 Nov 1920 in La Grange, Fayette, TX 87 .
Notes for Louisa Theodora Willrich:
86 YEARS
Mrs. Louise Koehler, who lives with her daughter, Mrs. Elsie Mensing, celebrated the 86th anniversary
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of her natal day, Sunday. Nothing at elaboration, friends called to extend good wishes, and a light lunch
was enjoyed. Of her children the following were present: Mrs. Anna Kirsch, Mrs. Elise Mensing, Mrs.
Julius Gebhardt and Arthur Koehler and their family connections. From Schulenburg came Mrs. M.
Koehler, daughter-in-law, and Mrs. Larry Cornelson, grand-daughter. The lateness of the offering
decreases not the Journal's congratulations and hearty good wishes. May she continue to enjoy good
health and have her family and friends to gather at the next anniversary. [The La Grange Journal,
Thursday, January 2, 1936]
Estimate December 31, 1943
93 Years
Born in Fayette County, and a continuous citizen, Mrs. Louise Koehler celebrated her 93rd birthday
anniversary, Tuesday, Dec. 29. A visit with her on that beautiful morning, handing her a spray of
poinsettas, found her cheerful and happy to be with her loved ones who are “ever watchful over her, care
for her as though she were an infant,” her statement. Mrs. Koehler is now going through the fourth war;
civil war, when she was 14 years of age; Spanish-American war, World War I, and now, the real World
War. Her recollections of the civil war were many, “no money, no coffee, no clothes to buy, had to
weave all wearing material and sew by hand, make your own candles for light,” and many other
incidents, she related. With all this, when the Yankee soldiers, half starved, came through to their homes
they were given the best, and when they left, they took what they needed to journey on. “Those were
tight times,” she said. Mrs. Koehler has one living sister, Mrs. – Gross of San Antonio, who is past 100
years of age; for the birthday anniversary of Mrs. Koehler Mrs. Gross wrote a beautiful poem in German,
which was read to her on her birthday anniversary, Tuesday. Mrs. Koehler is quite alert, in full
possession of her mental facilities; however, her vision is impaired and her hearing is somewhat
defective. She enjoys the visits of friends and never fails to thank you for the least favor. Her family
consists of four sons, Arthur of La Grange, George of West Point, A. M. of Schulenburg and F. W.
Koehler of Houston; three daughters, Mesdames F. Mensing, A. Kirsch and J. Gebhardt of La Grange;
14 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Grandchildren – Egon Koehler, Tulsa, Okla.; Ruth
Cornelson, Yorktown; Adi Kirsh, La Grange; Weldon Mensing, Wharton; Sgt. Arthur E. Koehler, Camp
Gruber, Okla.; Lieut. Marvin L. Koehler, Camp Gruber, Okla.; Ivan E. Koehler, Mission; Mrs. Roy
Gilliam, La Grange; Hilmar Koehler, yoeman 3/c, U.S. Navy, Houston; Agnes Louise Koehler, Houston;
Mrs. Dale Davis, Elgin; Mrs. C. Hankamer, Aruba, N.W. Indies; Ted Gebhardt, Bay City; Katherina
Gebhardt, La Grange. Great-Grandchildren – Larry Cornelson, Jr., Houston; Barbara and Billie
Cornelson, Yorktown; Weldon Mensing, Jr., Wharton; Bonnie Merle Koehler, Mission; Violet Gilliam,
La Grange; Bette and Roy Davis, Elgin. Visitors – Mr. and Mrs. George Koehler, West Point; Mr. and
Mrs. Fritz Koehler and Agnes Louise, Houston; Mrs. Larry Cornelson and Billie, Yorktown; Mr. and
Mrs. A. M. Koehler, Schulenburg; Sgt. Arthur Koehler, Camp Gruber, Okla.; Lieut. Marvin L. Koehler,
Camp Gruber, Okla.; Mrs. Otto Amberg and Mrs. Elsie Knigge, Houston; Ted Gebhardt, Bay City; Dr.
and Mrs. Martin Hoch, Smithville; Mrs. Elsie Mensing, Mrs. Anna Kirsch, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Koehler,
Mrs. B. F. Harigel. Miss Ottilie Harigel, Miss H. Rosenberg, La Grange; and Geo. Knigge, Jr., Houston.
A family dinner had been arranged at the home of Mrs. Gebhardt, her youngest daughter, and with whom
she makes her home. In ------ -noon many of her friends ------ reminiscenced with her ---.
Mrs. Louise Koehler
Mrs. Louise Koehler, relict of the late Emil Koehler, died Tuesday, Nov. 7, aged 94 years, 10 months,
and 8 days. Funeral services were held in the chapel of the Koenig Funeral Home, Wednesday
afternoon. Interment was made in the new city cemetery, Koenig Funeral Home in charge. Mrs.
Koehler, a daughter of George Willrich, immigrant from Germany, was born in the Bluff community,
Fayette County, Dec. 29, 1849; she was united in marriage with Emil Koehler in 1871, living her entire
life in and near to La Grange. Surviving are her four sons, Arthur of La Grange, Adolph of Schulenburg,
George of West Point and Fritz Koehler of Houston; her daughters, Mrs. Elise Mensing, Mrs. Anna
Kirsch and Mrs. Hedwig Gebhardt of La Grange, and one sister, Mrs. Anna Groos of San Antonio. [The
La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 9, 1944]
More About Louisa Theodora Willrich:
Burial: 08 Nov 1944, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX 88
Notes for Emil Koehler:
HIS WISH FULFILLED
Death Claimed An Old Fayette County Citizen Sunday Evening
As per his wish expressed to the writer some months since, that when his name should be called, he
would not linger but drift peacefully into the last sleep, Emil Koehler died Sunday night at the family
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home in the northern part of La Grange. Death followed quickly after he had made known his illness - -
within a few hours. As was his custom and habit, and in which he ever found a great deal of pleasure,
Mr. Koehler, apparently and in the very best of spirits, and jovial as was his nature, left the house and
looked to the feeding of his chickens. It was when he essayed to return into the house that he was
stricken and had to be assisted. In spite of the fact that medical aid was secured, he soon began his last
earthly sleep. Near the eleventh evening hour' he received his wish, he fell asleep and passed out of the
knowledge of all things earthly. Mr. Koehler was man whom to know was to love and admire; he had
long since passed the usual allotment of years granted to mortals, and maintained his ever friendly
disposition, always ready to extend the greeting to his fellow man, and carrying with him an atmosphere
of good cheer. We had all grown so accustomed him each morning and listen to his welcome voice, that
now his absence will be noted by everybody. He was born in Halberstadt, Germany on the eighth day of
April 1837, and grew to manhood in that country. In 1864 the deceased emigrated to America and
landed in New York where he remained for one year and then came to Texas and located at Bluff, in this
county, where he engaged in farming. In the year 1871, December 22, he was united in marriage with
Miss Louise Willrich of the Bluff community, and to them were born eight children, all of whom, with
the widow, survive. These children are: Arthur Koehler of LaGrange, Mannie Koehler of Schulenburg,
F. W. Koehler of Houston, Mrs. J. Gebhardt of LaGrange, Mrs. Alex Moore of Elgin and George
Koehler of La Grange. Eleven grandchildren will also miss good old grandpa. Tuesday afternoon the
funeral was held from his late residence, and the remains were interred at the new cemetery, Rev. R.
Heise conducting the ceremonies. May his rest be peaceful. [La Grange Journal, November 18, 1920]
More About Emil Koehler:
Burial: 16 Nov 1920, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX 89
More About Emil Koehler and Louisa Willrich:
Marriage: 21 Dec 1871, Fayette County, Texas
Endnotes
1. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 164, Page 4.
2. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
3. National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Washington
County, Independance Post Office, Page 49.
4. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic."
5. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, E. D. 52, Page 8A.
6. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 2, E. D. 50, Page 9B.
7. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 31, Page 8B.
8. National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Washington
County, Independance Post Office, Page 49.
9. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, June 29, 1922.
10. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Schulenburg, E. D. 59, Page 7.
11. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette,
Schulenburg, E. D. 47, Page 12A.
12. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, May 10, 1906.
13. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Fayette Co., Certificate 29565.
14. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Schulenburg, E. D. 59, Page 7.
15. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Lavaca County,
Precinct 1, Hallettsville, E. D. 117, Page 10A.
16. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette,
Schulenburg, E. D. 47, Page 12A.
17. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 164, Page 1.
18. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange Post Office, between Buckner's Creek and Halletsville Road, Page 42.
19. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, October 25, 1894.
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20. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Cedar Post Office, Between Halletsville Road and Buckner's Creek, Page 2.
21. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 164, Page 5.
22. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Cedar Post Office, Between Halletsville Road and Buckner's Creek, Page 2.
23. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, July 23, 1896.
24. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 58, Page 13.
25. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 9B.
26. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 5, E. D. 62, Page 13B.
27. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Black Jack Springs 1, E. D. 41, Page 12A.
28. National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Lyonsville Post Office, Page 131.
29. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Cedar Post Office, Between Halletsville Road and Buckner's Creek, Page 6.
30. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Black Jack Springs 1, E. D. 41, Page 12A.
31. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, May 1, 1931.
32. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Certificate 18277, Fayette Co., TX.
33. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, May 1, 1931.
34. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 58, Page 13.
35. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Black Jack Springs 1, E. D. 41, Page 12A.
36. National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Lyonsville Post Office, Page 131.
37. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Cedar Post Office, Between Halletsville Road and Buckner's Creek, Page 6.
38. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Black Jack Springs 1, E. D. 41, Page 12A.
39. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Certificate 30009, Fayette Co., TX.
40. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, May 1, 1931.
41. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 164, Page 4.
42. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 51, Page 7A.
43. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
44. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Maverick
County, Eagle Pass, Page 20.
45. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, E. D. 16, Page 34.
46. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
Precinct 1, San Antonio, Ward 8, Block 4207, E. D. 15, Page 1A.
47. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, Ward 8, E. D. 110, Page 10A.
48. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Sunday, November 17, 1946.
49. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Maverick
County, Eagle Pass, Page 20.
50. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, E. D. 16, Page 34.
51. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, August 22, 1895.
52. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, November 18, 1946.
53. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, August 22, 1895.
54. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 58, Page 37.
55. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 49, Page 10A.
56. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 51, Page 8A.
57. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
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Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
58. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Fayette Co., Certificate 10134.
59. Texas Marriage Index, 1966-2002.
60. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 58, Page 37.
61. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 49, Page 10A.
62. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 51, Page 8A.
63. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
64. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, February 2, 1922.
65. Texas Marriage Index, 1966-2002.
66. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, February 2, 1922.
67. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 164, Page 4.
68. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 19B.
69. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 50, Page 3A.
70. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
71. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 52, Page 5A.
72. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 9, 1944.
73. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
74. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 9, 1944.
75. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 164, Page 4.
76. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 50, Page 3A.
77. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
78. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 52, Page 5A.
79. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Beat 1, Bluff Post Office, Page 78.
80. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 18, 1920.
81. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 9, 1944.
82. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 18, 1920.
83. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 50, Page 3A.
84. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
85. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 52, Page 5A.
86. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Beat 1, Bluff Post Office, Page 78.
87. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 18, 1920.
88. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 9, 1944.
89. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 18, 1920.
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Wilhelm K.
Willrich
1847 - 1849
Elisabeth B.
Borchers
1874 -
Unknown
Helene L.
Willrich
1850 - 1938
Wilhelm L.
Borchers
1876 -
Unknown
Wilhelm T.
Borchers
1844 - 1933
Johanne H.
Borchers
1877 -
Unknown
Carl Rudolf
Borchers
1879 -
Unknown
Descendants of Georg August Willrich
Georg August
Willrich
1818 - 1891
Elise S.
Willrich
1853 - 1912
Cont. p. 62 Jda C.
Rusteberg
1879 -
Unknown
Henriette W.
Von Roden
1820 - 1908
Carl C.
Rusteberg
1846 - 1915
Heinz-Georg
Willrich
Private -
Ines
Willrich
Private -
61
Ludwig A.
Willrich
1855 - 1942
Hedwig O.
Lehmann
1882 - 1924
Gertrud
Heinecke
Private -
Dieter
Willrich
Private -
Regine B.
Nolte
1863 - 1930
George A.
Willrich
1883 - 1938
Elvira
de Lopes
- Unknown
Cont. p. 65 Karl-Ludwig
Willrich
1926 - 1983
Christina
Willrich
Private -
Anna E.
Fust
1898 -
Unknown
Richard
Man
Private -
Karl H.
Willrich
1859 - 1895
Jacqueline
Goetelen
Private -
Paula
Rosenthal
1867 - 1886
Cont. p. 63 Cont. p. 64
Johann
Willrich
Private -

Descendants of Georg August Willrich
Helene L.
Willrich
1850 - 1938
Cont. p. 61 Elvine Marie
Borchers
1881 -
Unknown
62
Wilhelm T.
Borchers
1844 - 1933
Louise Regine
Borchers
1882 -
Unknown
Albert August
Borchers
1889 -
Unknown

Frohlind
Willrich
Private -
Cont. p. 61 Rudolf Karl
Willrich
1886 - 1947
E.
Willrich
Private -
Kiril Nikolow
Zwetkow
Private -
Nikolo
Zwetkow
Private -
Linus Reigel
Zwetkow
Private -
Erika M.
Schmidt
1902 -
Unknown
Rasma
Willrich
Private -
Sigrid
Hopfe
Private -
Gotz
Willrich
Private -
Descendants of Georg August Willrich
Fritz August
Willrich
1889 - 1894
Volkmar R.
Willrich
Private -
Ludwig A.
Willrich
1855 - 1942
Annika Thora
Willrich
Private -
Regine B.
Nolte
1863 - 1930
Hannelore A.
Jamin
Private -
Leonard C.
Hierl
Private -
Stephan A.
Hierl
Private -
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Hildegund
Diebler
Private -
Marie J.
Willrich
1896 -
Unknown
Ulrich
Diebler
Private -
Gerold H.
Diebler
1891 -
Unknown
Liebefre
Diebler
Private -
Georg-Ulrich
Bunge
Private -
Albrecht J.
Willrich
1903 - 1967
Bunge
Private -
Susse
Private -
Albrecht L.
Willrich
Private -
Elli E.
Eichelmann
1906 - 1977
Cont. p. 66

Descendants of Georg August Willrich
Karl H.
Willrich
1859 - 1895
Cont. p. 61 Albert
Willrich
1886 -
Unknown
64
Paula
Rosenthal
1867 - 1886
Beatrice
Willrich
Private -
Elvira
De Lopes
- Unknown

Descendants of Georg August Willrich
George A.
Willrich
1883 - 1938
Hedwig O.
Lehmann
1882 - 1924
Cont. p. 61 Liselotte
Willrich
Private -
Michael
Unholz
Private -
65
Werner
Unholz
Private -
Jra
Unholz
Private -

Descendants of Georg August Willrich
Albrecht J.
Willrich
1903 - 1967
Cont. p. 63 Willfrid Karl
Willrich
Private -
Stephen
Quaritsoh
Private -
Sabine
Quaritsoh
Private -
Elli E.
Eichelmann
1906 - 1977
Regina
Willrich
Private -
Anja
Quaritsoh
Private -
66
Walter
Quaritsoh
Private -
Axel
Quaritsoh
Private -
Regine
Quaritsoh
Private -

Descendants of Georg August Willrich
Generation No. 1
1. Georg August 8 Willrich (Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 08 Jun 1818 in Gottingen, Germany, and died 08 Aug 1891 in
Bennigsen a Deister, Germany. He married Henriette Wilhelmine Von Roden 07 May 1846 in Parensen bei
Norten, Germany, daughter of Christian Von Roden and Maria Wegener. She was born 04 Jul 1820 in Parensen
bei Norten, Germany, and died 24 Jan 1908 in Bovenden bei Gottingen, Germany.
Children of Georg Willrich and Henriette Von Roden are:
2 i. Wilhelm Karl Heinrich 9 Willrich, born 19 Nov 1847 in Noerten, Germany; died 19 Mar 1849 in Noerten,
Germany.
+ 3 ii. Helene Luise Karoline Willrich, born 02 Aug 1850 in Noerten, Germany; died 10 Nov 1938 in
Harbenburg, Germany.
+ 4 iii. Elise Sophie Charlotte Willrich, born 02 Aug 1853 in Noerten, Germany; died 07 Apr 1912 in
Gottingen, Germany.
+ 5 iv. Ludwig August Otto Willrich, born 08 Oct 1855 in Noerten, Germany; died 1942.
+ 6 v. Karl Heinrich Wilhelm Willrich, born 08 Mar 1859 in Noerten, Germany; died 03 Apr 1895 in
Bennigsen a Deister, Germany.
Generation No. 2
3. Helene Luise Karoline 9 Willrich (Georg August 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 02 Aug 1850 in Noerten, Germany, and died
10 Nov 1938 in Harbenburg, Germany. She married Wilhelm Theodore Borchers 27 Jan 1874 in Noerten,
Germany, son of Theodor Borchers and Johanne Barnstorff. He was born 07 Jun 1844 in Olper am Weizenberge,
Germany, and died 26 Jan 1933 in Norten, Germany.
Children of Helene Willrich and Wilhelm Borchers are:
7 i. Elisabeth Bertha 10 Borchers, born 21 Nov 1874; died Unknown.
8 ii. Wilhelm Ludwig Borchers, born 06 Mar 1876; died Unknown.
9 iii. Johanne Henriette Borchers, born 14 Oct 1877; died Unknown.
10 iv. Carl Rudolf Borchers, born 07 Mar 1879; died Unknown.
11 v. Elvine Marie Borchers, born 08 May 1881; died Unknown.
12 vi. Louise Regine Borchers, born 05 Aug 1882; died Unknown.
13 vii. Albert August Borchers, born 07 Nov 1889; died Unknown.
4. Elise Sophie Charlotte 9 Willrich (Georg August 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 02 Aug 1853 in Noerten, Germany, and died
07 Apr 1912 in Gottingen, Germany. She married Carl Chritolf Rudolf Rusteberg 01 Oct 1878 in Noerten,
Germany, son of Georg Rusteberg and Johanne Warnete. He was born 28 Apr 1846 in Ungerstein bei Norten,
Germany, and died 03 Nov 1915 in Gottingen, Germany.
Child of Elise Willrich and Carl Rusteberg is:
14 i. Jda Caroline Elise 10 Rusteberg, born 02 Aug 1879; died Unknown.
5. Ludwig August Otto 9 Willrich (Georg August 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 08 Oct 1855 in Noerten, Germany, and died
1942. He married Regine Betty Luise Nolte 26 Sep 1882 in Hannover-Munden, Germany, daughter of Georg
Nolte and Marie Ruden. She was born 18 Feb 1863, and died 05 Oct 1930 in Dresden, Germany.
Children of Ludwig Willrich and Regine Nolte are:
+ 15 i. George August Jean Wilhelm 10 Willrich, born 18 Jul 1883 in Noerten, Germany; died 12 Mar 1938 in
Wilhelmshaven, Germany.
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+ 16 ii. Rudolf Karl Willrich, born 16 Jun 1886 in Noerten, Germany; died 13 Feb 1947.
17 iii. Fritz August Willrich, born 08 Apr 1889 in Noerten, Germany; died 27 Mar 1894 in Goettingen,
Germany.
+ 18 iv. Marie Jenny Johanne Willrich, born 05 May 1896 in Hildesheim, Germany; died Unknown.
+ 19 v. Albrecht Jean Albert Willrich, born 13 Feb 1903 in Hildesheim, Germany; died 29 Jun 1967.
6. Karl Heinrich Wilhelm 9 Willrich (Georg August 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 08 Mar 1859 in Noerten, Germany, and died
03 Apr 1895 in Bennigsen a Deister, Germany. He married (1) Elvira de Lopes. She died Unknown. He
married (2) Paula Rosenthal 06 Jan 1880 in Hannover, Germany. She was born 25 Nov 1867, and died 1886 in
Bennigsen a Deister, Germany.
Child of Karl Willrich and Paula Rosenthal is:
+ 20 i. Albert 10 Willrich, born 15 Nov 1886 in Bennigsen a Deister, Germany; died Unknown.
Generation No. 3
15. George August Jean Wilhelm 10 Willrich (Ludwig August Otto 9 , Georg August 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 18 Jul 1883 in
Noerten, Germany, and died 12 Mar 1938 in Wilhelmshaven, Germany. He married (1) Hedwig Olga Johanna
Lehmann 20 Dec 1912 in Rastatt, Germany, daughter of Adam Lehmann and Felicia Feistenberger. She was
born 16 Feb 1882 in Gaggenau bei Rastatt, Germany, and died 10 Apr 1924 in Heidelberg-Dossenheim,
Germany. He married (2) Anna Elise Christa Fust 21 Jul 1925 in Stendal, Germany, daughter of Rudolf Fust
and Elwine Rasten. She was born 13 Apr 1898 in Bremervorde, Germany, and died Unknown.
Children of George Willrich and Hedwig Lehmann are:
+ 21 i. Heinz-Georg 11 Willrich, born Private.
+ 22 ii. Liselotte Willrich, born Private.
Child of George Willrich and Anna Fust is:
+ 23 i. Karl-Ludwig 11 Willrich, born 16 Sep 1926 in Heidelberg-Dossenheim, Germany; died 04 Sep 1983.
16. Rudolf Karl 10 Willrich (Ludwig August Otto 9 , Georg August 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 ,
Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 16 Jun 1886 in Noerten,
Germany, and died 13 Feb 1947. He married Erika Martha Johanna Schmidt 19 Sep 1924 in Dresden,
Germany, daughter of Otto Schmidt and Gertrud Michael. She was born 10 Aug 1902 in Elsterberg, Germany,
and died Unknown.
Children of Rudolf Willrich and Erika Schmidt are:
24 i. Frohlind 11 Willrich, born Private.
+ 25 ii. Edelgund-Regina Willrich, born Private.
+ 26 iii. Volkmar Rudolf Willrich, born Private.
18. Marie Jenny Johanne 10 Willrich (Ludwig August Otto 9 , Georg August 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 05 May 1896 in
Hildesheim, Germany, and died Unknown. She married Gerold Herman Diebler 29 May 1920 in Bad Soden am
Taunus, Germany. He was born 04 May 1891 in Chemnitz, Germany, and died Unknown.
Children of Marie Willrich and Gerold Diebler are:
27 i. Hildegund 11 Diebler, born Private.
28 ii. Ulrich Diebler, born Private.
+ 29 iii. Liebefre Diebler, born Private.
19. Albrecht Jean Albert 10 Willrich (Ludwig August Otto 9 , Georg August 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 13 Feb 1903 in
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Hildesheim, Germany, and died 29 Jun 1967. He married Elli Emma Anna Eichelmann 12 Oct 1931, daughter
of August Eichelmann and Anna Dczkowski. She was born 26 Dec 1906 in Magdeburg, Germany, and died 17
Oct 1977.
Children of Albrecht Willrich and Elli Eichelmann are:
30 i. Albrecht Ludwig 11 Willrich, born Private.
31 ii. Willfrid Karl Willrich, born Private.
+ 32 iii. Regina Willrich, born Private.
20. Albert 10 Willrich (Karl Heinrich Wilhelm 9 , Georg August 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann
August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 15 Nov 1886 in Bennigsen a
Deister, Germany, and died Unknown. He married Elvira De Lopes 27 Nov 1915 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. She
died Unknown.
Child of Albert Willrich and Elvira De Lopes is:
33 i. Beatrice 11 Willrich, born Private.
Generation No. 4
21. Heinz-Georg 11 Willrich (George August Jean Wilhelm 10 , Ludwig August Otto 9 , Georg August 8 , Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
Private. He married Gertrud Heinecke Private. She was born Private.
Children of Heinz-Georg Willrich and Gertrud Heinecke are:
34 i. Ines 12 Willrich, born Private.
35 ii. Dieter Willrich, born Private.
22. Liselotte 11 Willrich (George August Jean Wilhelm 10 , Ludwig August Otto 9 , Georg August 8 , Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
Private. She married Werner Unholz Private. He was born Private.
Children of Liselotte Willrich and Werner Unholz are:
36 i. Michael 12 Unholz, born Private.
37 ii. Jra Unholz, born Private.
23. Karl-Ludwig 11 Willrich (George August Jean Wilhelm 10 , Ludwig August Otto 9 , Georg August 8 , Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
16 Sep 1926 in Heidelberg-Dossenheim, Germany, and died 04 Sep 1983. He married Jacqueline Goetelen
Private. She was born Private.
Notes for Karl-Ludwig Willrich:
Karl was a Professor of Psychiatry at Northwestern University in Evanston, Cook County, Illinois.
Children of Karl-Ludwig Willrich and Jacqueline Goetelen are:
38 i. Christina 12 Willrich, born Private. She married Richard Man Private; born Private.
39 ii. Johann Willrich, born Private.
25. Edelgund-Regina 11 Willrich (Rudolf Karl 10 , Ludwig August Otto 9 , Georg August 8 , Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
She married Kiril Nikolow Zwetkow Private. He was born Private.
Child of Edelgund-Regina Willrich and Kiril Zwetkow is:
+ 40 i. Nikolo 12 Zwetkow, born Private.
26. Volkmar Rudolf 11 Willrich (Rudolf Karl 10 , Ludwig August Otto 9 , Georg August 8 , Georg Carl 7 ,
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Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
He married (1) Sigrid Hopfe Private. She was born Private. He married (2) Hannelore Amalie Elisabeth
Jamin Private, daughter of Georg Jamin and Luise Rieker. She was born Private.
Children of Volkmar Willrich and Sigrid Hopfe are:
41 i. Rasma 12 Willrich, born Private.
42 ii. Gotz Willrich, born Private.
Child of Volkmar Willrich and Hannelore Jamin is:
+ 43 i. Annika Thora 12 Willrich, born Private.
29. Liebefre 11 Diebler (Marie Jenny Johanne 10 Willrich, Ludwig August Otto 9 , Georg August 8 , Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
Private. She married Bunge Private. He was born Private.
Child of Liebefre Diebler and Bunge is:
44 i. Georg-Ulrich 12 Bunge, born Private. He married Susse Private; born Private.
32. Regina 11 Willrich (Albrecht Jean Albert 10 , Ludwig August Otto 9 , Georg August 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She
married Walter Quaritsoh Private. He was born Private.
Children of Regina Willrich and Walter Quaritsoh are:
45 i. Stephen 12 Quaritsoh, born Private.
46 ii. Sabine Quaritsoh, born Private.
47 iii. Anja Quaritsoh, born Private.
48 iv. Axel Quaritsoh, born Private.
49 v. Regine Quaritsoh, born Private.
Generation No. 5
40. Nikolo 12 Zwetkow (Edelgund-Regina 11 Willrich, Rudolf Karl 10 , Ludwig August Otto 9 , Georg August 8 ,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private.
Child of Nikolo Zwetkow is:
50 i. Linus Reigel 13 Zwetkow, born Private.
43. Annika Thora 12 Willrich (Volkmar Rudolf 11 , Rudolf Karl 10 , Ludwig August Otto 9 , Georg August 8 ,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. She married Stephan Antonio Hierl Private. He was born Private.
Child of Annika Willrich and Stephan Hierl is:
51 i. Leonard Cedric Willrich 13 Hierl, born Private.
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Descendants of George Wilhelm Willrich
George W.
Willrich
1823 - 1861
George d.
Willrich
1861 - 1932
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Liane A.
De Lassaulx
1832 - 1922
Olivia M.
Tuttle
1865 - 1944

Descendants of George Wilhelm Willrich
Generation No. 1
1. George Wilhelm 8 Willrich (Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 1 was born 07 Jun 1823 in Uelzen, Germany, and died 28 Apr 1861 in
Independence, Washington, TX. He married Liane Anna Maria De Lassaulx 2,3,4,5,6 30 Jan 1860 in Fayette
County, Texas, daughter of Philipp De Lassaulx and Margarethe Fasbender. She was born 01 Jul 1832 in
Koblenz, Rhineland, Germany, and died 27 Jun 1922 in La Grange, Fayette Co., TX 7 .
Notes for George Wilhelm Willrich:
From The Golden Free Land by Crystal Sasse Ragsdale:
After several years in Texas, young George Willrich returned to Germany to complete his education at Gottingen,
where he was almost immediately arrested and imprisoned for his earlier anti-government writings. However, six
months later he escaped and after an absence of almost five years returned to Texas. He became professor of
languages at Rutersville College in Fayette County and later at Baylor University at Independence. He died as a
young man soon after his marriage to Liane delassaulz, who had been a member of the Prairie Blume Society at
the Bluff Settlement.
This is a translation of the Preface to George Willrich’s three volumes on Texas which he wrote while imprisoned
in Germany. They were part fiction and part fact, with much in them about Indians. A copy of Erinnerungen Aus
Texas is in the rare book collection at the Barker Historical Center of the University of Texas at Austin.
RECOLLECTIONS OF TEXAS
Truth and Fiction By Georg Willrich
Written while in prison at Hannover. Published in Leipzig, 1854
To the Honorable Franklin Pierce, President of the United States, and Samuel Bromberg, United States Consul in
Hamburg.
I am taking the liberty to offer this work as evidence of my loyalty to you, Mr. President. I owe you this loyalty as
the present sovereign of my new fatherland. And as for you, Mr. Consul, I had the occasion to observe and admire
the untiring and unselfish efforts with which you carried out the duties of your office. I mention this openly here,
since you are evidently German by birth; and, in spite of being confronted by many difficulties, the interests of the
German immigrants to the United States were handled with untiring zeal.
Would that all Americans by birth could be made aware of the significance of the German immigration so they
would be convinced that the interests of the German immigrants are the same as theirs. Then, Mr. Consul, your
work would be freed from many hindrances and unpleasantness; and the United States would receive many
benefits of this better understanding.
By dedicating this work to you, Honorable Sirs, I do not wish to impugn to you the fundamental principles that I
have laid out. However, I would be very pleased if you were in agreement with me on these.
I hope that you will overlook the defects or imperfections in this work. It was written while I was in prison, and
the public prosecutors and censors must pass on it. Even after my acquittal, I would not make any changes or
additions which would rob the work of their meaning. Thus, dear sirs, let this explain why the characters of the
leading persons, whether political or religious, were so sharply drawn, which I would consider an inexcusable
blunder under other circumstances. For this evident shortcoming, I will claim your kind indulgence, and I will
declare again, Honorable Sirs, my complete loyalty and thanks.
Hamburg in late fall, 1853. The Author.
Cattle brands registered at the Fayette County Courthouse:
Page 326, # 912
George W. Willrich Brand - fiddle
mark, split in each ear.
Recorded 11th August 1860
W. B. McClellan, Dep
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For Z. M. P. French, C.C.C.
George W. Willrich
Memorial and Genealogical Record of Texas
Goodspeed Brothers, Publishers
Chicago – 1894
George W. Willrich
George Carl Willrich’s oldest son, George W. Willrich was born in the old country July 6, 1823, and there
received a thorough education. Later he began the study of law, graduated, and came to the United States with his
father in 1846. In 1848, during the revolution in his country, he went back to take part in the war but in landing
found it practically over. He wrote a number of articles on the matter, was apprehended before he could return to
America and kept prisoner for six months. He hid in the house of a friend in Hamburg, and remained secreted for
a year before he made his final escape. Returning to America in 1853, after an absence of five years, he began
teaching at Rutersville, Fayette County, Texas, a military school and being a man of superior literary attainments,
became professor of languages. Later he taught at Baylor University, Independence, Washington County, this
being the first university established in the state, and was professor of languages in that institution also. On the
3rd of June, 1860, he was married to Miss Liane DeLassaux (sp. DeLassaulx?), a native of Alsace, and a daughter
of Otto DeLassaux (see sketch). Prof. Willrich died April 28, 1861, soon after marriage, leaving a son George.
Mrs. Willrich afterwards married George Tuttle of Flatonia, Texas.
More About George Wilhelm Willrich:
Burial: Abt. 30 Apr 1861, Founder's Cemetery, Independence, Washington, TX
Notes for Liane Anna Maria De Lassaulx:
When Galveston Had No Streets - Mrs. L. L. Tuttle of La Grange Came to Texas in 1852 – Tells Interesting Story
- She Knew General Houston - Taught His Daughters – Houses and Conditions Were, at First, Strange, but
Residents Were “Blue-Blooded.”
By S. M. Lesesne - Special Correspondance of The News.
La Grange, Tex., Oct. 25. – Mrs. Liane de Lassauex Tuttle of La Grange is an accomplished and most
entertaining lady. She remembers many interesting facts connected with the early settlements in Texas. Mrs.
Tuttle was born in 1833 and came with her mother, brother, Clements, and sisters, Clementina, Agnes and Marie
to Texas in 1852. Her father, Otto de Lassauex, and her sisters, Elise and Anna, came to Texas in 1849. Mrs.
Tuttle, with her mother, brother and sisters, sailed from Koblenz and first landed in America at New Orleans.
Touching on her trip, experiences and recollections of early Texas, she is quoted substantially as follows:
“We made the voyage from Koblenz to New Orleans on a sailing vessel. We came from New Orleans to
Galveston by steamer, and our voyage across the ocean and across the gulf, was delightful. Father was to meet us
in Galveston, but he never received the letter telling him when and on what vessel we would sail until several
weeks after we had reached the Texas home that he had ready for us.
“When we arrived at the wharf at Galveston Banker Kauffman was there looking for us. He took us to his house,
a two-story frame building, not far from the wharf. There were no pavements, or sideways there at that time, and
it was a laborious task to work our way through the deep sand from the wharf to the hospitable home where we
were entertained during our stay of a few days in Galveston. Mother wanted to remain there until father could
come for us, but Mr. Kauffman advised us that it would be better for us to hire conveyances at Houston and go to
our home while the roads and weather were good; that it was uncertain when the letter would reach father telling
him we were there. He assured us that we would be perfectly safe in making the trip. We went from Galveston to
Houston up the bayou on boat. Both Galveston and Houston were then small towns with cheap and unpretentious
homes and business houses.
Conveyed in Ox Wagons
“At Houston we employed a man to take us in ox wagons to Frelsburg, where we lived a year, and then removed
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within six miles of La Grange. My little brother and I made the trip from Houston to Frelsburg on horseback.
Brother and I would frequently travel in advance of our party, our kind and gentlemanly guide and contractor
giving us directions about the roads, the different houses and the places at which we should wait for the caravan
to overtake us. The novel experiences which we had while making this journey in ox wagons through a new and
strange country were such that the imagination could never have pictured to us before we left Europe with its old
and conservative ideals, and where social and business customs had to move and travel in time-worn grooves and
channels. In Europe we had always lived in rock or brick buildings, two or three stories high. Here we would
ride up to a house that looked like some laborer’s abode to get a drink of water or milk, and to our surprise we
would find real “royalty” dwelling in these humble Texas homes. Kindness, courtesy and generosity dwelt in
these primitive homes. My little brother and I soon learned that we were among true and noble people, and being
absolutely free from danger or molestation we certainly made our horseback ride from Houston to Frelsburg one
of memorable delight and pleasure. But the houses were so unlike any I had ever lived in before leaving Europe
that it was a year or more before I could sleep soundly in them.
“While living in Frelsburg Rutersville was our postoffice and trading point. All danger from Indians in the
Frelsburg settlement had ceased before I went there, and I would frequently go on horseback to Rutersville for the
mail. There were no roads, and in riding across the prairies the grass would reach up to the saddle on my pony.
Educated at Galveston
“The Ursuline Convent had been established in Galveston before we came to Texas. Several of my sisters were
educated there. My sister, Annie, was mother superior there for several years, and I used to make annual
semi-annual visits there ----------------------------- “While I was a teacher ----------- college at Independence, ----------
------- Civil war, General Houston ---------------------- visitor at the college, the ---------------- his last race for
governor. ------------ to do, and being an ------ man he would come and -------------- of his time at the college --------
----- Catholic, and he being a ------------ he made perhaps as many ------------ fifteen little crosses which ------- me.
The last one of these ----------- away to people who would ------------ them. He often delivered ------------ the
college. He was always ------------- an address, and did not need ----------- to deliver it. I taught ----------- Mollie,
Maggie and Nettie. ------------- came to the college wearing -------------- colored dressing gown. He ----------partial
to blue. ------------- “At that time Independence -------- Mecca of Texas. On one ------------
Governor Clark was coming ----- college we waited hours for ------------ there, and then he did not -------------speech.
----------- “During the secession ---------- excitement ran high. There -------- on both sides of the issue, ----
--------- had a strong following. ------------- “As soon as the war ------------- in Independence and Rutersville ---------
----- those in the military ---------------- latter place, volunteered -------------- army, some of them being ---------years
old. Their departure ----------- and grief into many houses ------------before the cruel and bloody ------------ended,
many of these brave ------- Texas youths were filling ---------- soldiers who had yielded ----------- on hardfought
fields. ----------- Less Money; Higher ---------- “The war with its -------- companiments had ------- until our
money had begun -------- quite rapidly, and all ----------- had to be bought in a ------- Calico soon leaped to $1 ------
----- shoes and other things rose ---------- proportion. Substitutes made ----------- potatoes, rye, wheat, okra ---soon
took the place -------- on many tables. Nor was --------- before the humming old ------------------- and the
creaking old loom ---------- similar sounds on every well ------------- Many of the wealthy people ------- wearing
home-made shoes, -------- themselves in home-spun -------------- of which they were glad -------------- member of
one of our --------------- my sister, Clementine, -------- home-spun dress. She card ------------- spun the thread,
wove and ------------ out of which she made this ----- made her quite popular with ------------ men who were
present, and ------------- pride, skill and patriotism. ----------- “But after hostilities ---------- wave of general
demoralization swept over the country, and suicides were not infrequent among those who found it hard to accept
the results if the war.
“The Yankees came to our homes taking our horses, corn and other supplies which we needed for starting out
anew in the work of recuperating and rebuilding our lost fortunes. My father was old and he said he would not let
his horses go. We were very uneasy when the federals came to our house because we felt like father would
protest against the taking of his horses with his six-shooter if such a protest were to become necessary, but they
did not attempt to take our horses.
“When we came to Texas in 1852 La Grange, according to the Texas idea, was ‘quite a place.’ It had about 250
inhabitants and some very nice stores.
“In 1872 I visited some friends who were living at or near Pack Saddle Mountain in Llano County. At that time
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this place was Indian-ridding territory and the people had to be careful lest they were taken unawares by the
Indians. Just before I made this visit a man and his wife who had gone to the creek to fish quite near their house
were caught and scalped by the skulking redskins. Giseke & Stroud had a store and kept the postoffice in the
Pack Saddle Mountain settlement. One morning I started on horseback to visit some neighbors. Mr. Stroud saw
me start, and he mounted a horse and came at full speed telling me that it was dangerous and that I should not go
alone. I thought the Llano country with its hills, mountains and limpid streams was beautiful.”
Mrs. Tuttle Dead
News reached the city early Wednesday morning of the passing from this life of Mrs. Tuttle, mother of our good
friends George Willrich. She was 87 years old. We were unable to learn any further details before going to
press. [Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, June 23, 1922]
MRS. L. de L. Tuttle
Eternal sleep came to Mrs. L. de L. Tuttle, mother of Judge George Willrich, Tuesday forenoon. For several
months, due to her advanced age, Mrs. Tuttle, ever interested in literary work, brilliant of mind and concerned
about the community's people, had remained at the home of her son, where her every comfort was provided. Our
brief reference to the departed invites the interest of one who enjoyed her intimate acquaintance, to whom we
assign the duty of paying a tribute to a good woman. Wednesday morning at the Sacred Heart church Rev. Geo.
Beberich held mass of requiem, and Wednesday afternoon the citizenship of LaGrange attended the obsequies at
the new cemetery. [La Grange Journal, Thursday, June 29, 1922]
More About Liane Anna Maria De Lassaulx:
Burial: 28 Jun 1922, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX 7
Child of George Willrich and Liane De Lassaulx is:
2 i. George de Lassaulx 9 Willrich 8,9,10,11,12 , born 10 Mar 1861 in Bluff, Fayette Co., TX 12 ; died 24 Aug 1932
in LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX 13 . He married Olivia M. Tuttle 14,15,16,17,18,19 23 Apr 1885 in Fayette
County, TX 20 ; born 28 Mar 1865 in Pin Oak, Fayette Co., TX 21 ; died 21 Nov 1944 in LaGrange, Fayette
Co., TX 22,23 .
Notes for George de Lassaulx Willrich:
Flatonia Flashes
A military company, the "Flatonia Rifles," has been organized here with the following officers: Captain,
Geo. de L. Willrich; 1st lieutenant, M. J. Sloan; 2d lieutenant, T. O. Kerr; 1st sergeant, C. E. Lane. This
reporter does not know the names of the other officers. The boys say Flatonia never was beaten at
anything her citizens undertook, and that they will make this a first-class company. [The La Grange
Journal, August 27, 1885]
Captain Willrich received a telegram Saturday to hold the Fayette Light Guard in readiness to go to
Richmond, should their services be required. Happily there was no necessity for their presence at the
scene of trouble. This was quite a disappointment to most of the boys, who were keen to go - anything,
you know, to break the monotony. [La Grange Journal, August 22, 1889]
Capt. Willrich of the Fayette Light Guard, received , last week, the following from Adjutant General
King:
Sir - The thanks of this Dep't are due to yourself and company for the promptness shown in your dispatch
of the 17th inst, and the willingness to assist the civil authorities in upholding the law, in the recent
unfortunate troubles in Fort Bend county.
Respectfully,
W. H. King,
Adjutant General [La Grange Journal, August 29, 1889]
George de Lassaulx Willrich
Memorial and Genealogical Record of Texas
Goodspeed Brothers, Publishers
Chicago – 1894
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Young George Willrich was educated in the schools of St. Mary’s College, San Antonio and Jesuit
College, Seguin, and finished in St. Mary’s College, Galveston, where he graduated with considerable
honor, taking first place in nearly all his studies. He then studied law under Gen., Felix Robinson of
Waco, from 1882 to 1884 and was admitted to practice in the courts of the state the latter year. Since
then Mr. Willrich has confined himself to the practice of law and has met with more than ordinary
success. He is a man of positive character, strong intellect, and one who has won the respect and
admiration of all. In politics he has ever been interested in the welfare of the Democratic party, and in
May 1886, he was appointed County Attorney. In 1888 he was reelected to that position without
opposition. His practice in the civil and criminal courts of the county increased so rapidly that in May
1890, he resigned the office of Prosecuting Atty. To take charge of his extensive law practice.
For some time he has been in partnership with Capt. R.H. Phelps who is one of the pioneer attorneys of
La Grange. The law practice of this firm is second to none in the city, and for a lawyer of his years, Mr.
Willrich has a reputation which few enjoy, and which older practitioners might well envy. He has made
his way in life unaided, and has been more than ordinarily successful. He owns considerable real estate,
and has a good farm in a fine state of cultivation. He selected his wife in the person of Miss Olivia Tuttle,
a native of this county, and daughter of G.W. and Mary A. (Karned) Tuttle, early settlers of this county.
George Willrich’s grandparents on both sides of the house were very prominent families in their native
country and brought with them to the U.S. their coat of arms. Both families espoused the cause of the
South during the Civil War. But though secession of the Southern States was a failure, no more loyal
subjects resided in the State of Texas than they.
Major George Willrich
The following is from the Houston Post and refers to a well known former resident here:
“Major George Willrich of the First Texas, who was recently promoted to his present position from that
of captain of company H. was, before entering the volunteer service, a well known lawyer at La Grange.
He was elected captain of the La Grange Light Guards upon its organization on September 16, 1897. He
was educated at St. Mary’s academy, Galveston, where he received a thorough military training, and after
leaving college he organized and commanded the Flatonia Grays, and, later, the noted Fayette Light
Guard, which was at one time one of the crack companies of the state. At one of the state drills he was
awarded a handsome sword as being the most efficient captain present. He is possessed of many
pleasing traits of character which make him a favorite with all who know him, and the news of his
promotion was received with gratification in all parts of the regiment.” [La Grange Journal, Thursday,
January 26, 1899]
Special August, 1901, Term
On motion of Geo. Willrich to reconsider the rejected claim of Geo. Huebner for road work was heard
and the sum of $200 allowed. [La Grange Journal, Thursday, August 29, 1901]
Court Very Busy
Many Cases are being Heard Before Judge Willrich.
County court attracted, compulsorily of course, many people to La Grange. This week the docket, of
civil nature, has been a heavy one, and idle hours were few. We shall endeavor to give more details in
our next issue. The case tried Monday, Brewer vs. Nachtendorf, which, was a suit for personal injury, or
damages, was heard by many spectators. Clem Brewer, for his wife, asked for damages against Hy.
Nachtendorf; his wife having been struck by Nachtendorf’s auto at Flatonia, August 22, 1916. The case
was hotly contested; the jury found for the defendant. [La Grange Journal, Thursday, April 11, 1918]
JUDGE WILLRICH'S DEATH
When the news came to Winchester that Judge Willrich had died Wednesday morning, it was very
unwelcome. Judge Willrich had many friends in this part of the county, and he always found a hearty
welcome when he came to mingle with us. We know, and everyone knows, that eventually, this debt is to
be paid by us all, but we decline to have it thrust upon us. During his career as county judge of Fayette
county, Judge Willrich found many loyal supporters in this section; they regarded him as their friend and
many are the friendly deeds he did for them. Personally, we sincerely regret his loss; and to his widow
and other relatives we offer our sympathy. [La Grange Journal, September 1, 1932]
More About George de Lassaulx Willrich:
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Burial: Abt. 26 Aug 1932, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX
Military service: 1898
Notes for Olivia M. Tuttle:
Mrs. Geo. Willrich and Miss Essie Alexander will entertain at the Etaerio Club room Saturday, and will
be glad to meet their friends. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, August 29, 1907]
The editor and family extend thanks to Miss Essie Alexander and Mrs. Geo. Willrich, hostesses for the
Etaerio and Daughters of the Confederacy reception held last Saturday afternoon, for a bountiful supply
of ice cream in cones. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, September 5, 1907]
Personal Pointers
Mrs. George Willrich and Miss Gertie Alexander left for Brownwood Sunday, to be in attendance upon
the meeting of the State Federation of Woman's Clubs. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November
18, 1915]
Mr. and Mrs Geo. Willrich are spending Thanksgiving day at Hill's Prairie, a pleasant day for the family
of Mrs. Willrich who are to have a re-union. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 29, 1923]
ATTEND THE EUCHARISTIC CONGRESS AT NEW ORLEANS
Mrs. Geo. Willrich, Miss Olivia Schaefer, Mrs. Arthur Pohl and Miss Ida Reichert of La Grange, and
Mrs. Marie Lanaux of California, spent the past week in New Orleans, in attendance upon the Eighth
National Eucharistic Congress. Incidentally, points of interest in the old historical city were visited, and
the memory of Jackson's defeat of the British general and his horde of soldiers recalled. The historic
battle of New Orleans was fought Jan. 8, 1814, two days after the treaty of peace had been signed at
Utrecht. Communication was not as fast then as it is today. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, October
27, 1938]
Mrs. Olivia Tuttle Willrich
Death came to Mrs. Olivia Tuttle Willrich, widow of the late Judge George Willrich, Tuesday, November
21; she had reached the age of 79 years, 7 months and 23 days. At the Koenig Funeral Home chapel the
Rosary was held Wednesday evening; funeral services in the same chapel are announced for Thursday
morning at 9:15 o'clock; continued service and Requiem Mass will be held at the Sacred Heart Catholic
church at 9:30 o'clock. Due to all data relating to this good woman, not being obtainable this
(Wednesday) morning, the obituary in full cannot be given; it will be written by a friend of Mrs. Willrich
and appear in the next issue of the Journal. Interment will be made in the new city cemetery, Koenig
Funeral Home in charge. [La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 23, 1944]
Memoriam In Mention To Mrs. Willrich
Mrs. Olivia Tuttle Willrich widow of the late Judge George Willrich, died after a brief illness abed,
Tuesday of last week. Announcement of her death created many expressions of regret, regret that she
who had ever been at the call of service in civic work, should have been called hence. Age of the
departed was not given thought. Mrs. Willrich, born Olivia Tuttle, a daughter of a pioneer citizen of
Fayette county, who came from Rochester, New York, a century ago, was born at Pin Oak, southwest
from LaGrange, removing to Flatonia with her husband after their marriage, later coming to LaGrange
where Judge Willrich, first practicing law, later serving the county as county attorney and for 16 years a
county judge, made his home. Denied the happiness of children being born to this union, Mrs. Willrich
took to her care and for education, those whom she desired to assist. Brilliant of mind, capable as a
writer, and always willing, both in her church work and in her literary and civic work, she aided many
worthy enterprises of the city. Friends never found her reluctant, she appeared where her services were
welcomed and where such service could be of benefit. Family connections being identified, first with the
struggle of the colonists, she was recognized as a daughter of the American revolution; with her father
removing to the South and both her husband's father and her own identified with the Confederate army
she devoted much time in keeping the organization known as Daughters of the Confederacy active, and
served officially in the local chapter; her name was also connected with the Daughters of the Texas
Republic. Active in church work, affiliated with the Catholic church, she was constantly aiding and
abetting some worthy effort in behalf of that church and was instrumental in organizing the Mothers'
Club of the Sacred Heart Parochial school at LaGrange. Interested in the preservation of the tomb on
Monument Hill south of LaGrange, she served for many years as president of the Monument Hill
Memorial Association; due to her efforts, assisted by other members of the Association, beauty was
restored to the sacred spot and a memorial tomb was erected over the bones of the Men of Mier and
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Dawson's men who fell at Salado Creek, near San Antonio. Never unwilling, never too tired despite the
constitutional ailment that was her's, she joined with the Catholic Women in keeping the National
Council of Catholic Women, Brenham District, active. The office of president of that organization was
in her charge when she was stricken by her last illness. She was arranging to attend the meeting that was
to be held Sunday, November 23, at Galveston. Death interfered. Due to her knowledge of business,
parliamentary law and the work that women can do, she became a member of the Business and
Professional Women's Club of LaGrange. Thursday morning Requiem Mass was celebrated at the
Sacred Heart church by Rev. S. A. Zientek. Following the Mass Rev. Zientek review-ed the life of Mrs.
Willrich, and in an eloquent tribute, spoken with emphasis and with sincerity pointed to the many deeds
of good she had committed during her near to four score years and ten. Attendance upon the obsequies
was large; friends who were associated with her civic endeavors, which included the Garden Club of La
Grange, and relatives of both her husband and her immediate family, were present. The last respects
were paid at the cemetery where beautiful flowers covered the couch under which she will sleep. Among
those attending the funeral services, and coming from a distance, the following (which is only a partial
list) are given:
L. W. Kemp, Mr. and Mrs. C. C Shumway of Houston.
Misses Edna J. Tuttle, Helen Tuttle, Marion Tuttle Brazelton of San Antonio.
W. E. Schmid, Emily Schmid, Hilda Schramm, Mrs. James F. Carroll of Brenham.
Mr. and Mrs. John Tuttle, Mr. and Mrs. Roscoe Tuttle of El Campo.
Miss Rosalie Gutowski of Chapel Hill.
Miss Lizzie Hubbard and Clarence Hubbard of Hills Prairie.
Mrs. W. Tait, R. E. Tait, Mr. and Mrs. William Tait of Columbus.
Major Geo. Sladczyk, Baltimore.
[La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 30, 1944]
RESOLUTIONS OF RESPECT
How wonderful to be able to count so many milestones in life; especially if each milestone marked
service, full of life, loyalty to God and the Club of which Mrs. Olivia Tuttle Willrich served.
She closed her eyes -------sleep assured of a welcome in the "Home of the Beautiful Beyond."
WHEREAS, Mrs. Willrich a highly esteemed charter member of the La Grange Garden Club, having
been president, vice-president and secretary, we pay a loving tribute to her memory and deplore our loss.
RESOLVED, That we extend to her relatives our sincere and heartfelt sympathy.
RESOLVED, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the relatives, a copy be spread upon the minutes
of the Club and a copy be published in the local papers.
Respectfully submitted,
MRS. P. A. NIKEL,
MRS. LEO FREDE,
MISS ESSIE ALEXANDER.
RESOLUTIONS OF SYMPATHY-
WHEREAS, as God in his infinite wisdom has seen fit to call from our midst the gentle spirit of our
friend and member,
Mrs. Olivia Tuttle Willrich
We, the members of the Ladies' Cemetery Association, wish to pay this tribute of love and respect to her
memory. Be it
RESOLVED, that in the death of Mrs. Willrich this Association has lost one of its valued members; to
her loved ones this Association extends sincere sympathy, and trust they may be ever mindful of the fact
that -
"There is no death
The stars go down; to visit upon upon some fairer shore
And bright in Heaven's jeweled crown,
They shine for evermore."
That this tribute to her memory be spread upon a page of our record, a copy be sent to the family and that
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they be published in the LaGrange Journal.
MRS. EMMA L. MOORE
MRS. ED. MATTINGLY
[La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 30, 1944]
More About Olivia M. Tuttle:
Burial: 23 Nov 1944, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX 24
Marriage Notes for George Willrich and Olivia Tuttle:
Mr. Geoge Willrich, of Flatonia, was married last Thursday to Miss Olivia Tuttle, one of the belles of
that town. THE JOURNAL extends to the happy and youthful couple its best wishes, and hopes the
union may be one of unalloyed bliss, and that prosperity may attend them through life. [La Grange
Journal, April 30, 1885]
Endnotes
1. National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Washington
County, Independance Post Office, Page 49.
2. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic."
3. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, E. D. 52, Page 8A.
4. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 2, E. D. 50, Page 9B.
5. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 31, Page 8B.
6. National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Washington
County, Independance Post Office, Page 49.
7. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, June 29, 1922.
8. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic."
9. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 6A.
10. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, E. D. 52, Page 8A.
11. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 2, E. D. 50, Page 9B.
12. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 31, Page 8B.
13. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, September 1, 1932.
14. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Flatonia, E. D. 60, Page 5.
15. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 6A.
16. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, E. D. 52, Page 8A.
17. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 2, E. D. 50, Page 9B.
18. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 31, Page 8B.
19. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Pin Oak Post Office, between Halletsville Road and Buckner's Creek, Page 47.
20. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, April 30, 1885.
21. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 31, Page 8B.
22. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 23, 1944 and
November 30, 1944.
23. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Fayette Co., Certificate 51352.
24. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 23, 1944 and
November 30, 1944.
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Descendants of Margarethe Dorothea Gretchen Willrich
Son
Keuffel
- Unknown
Margarethe D.
Willrich
1826 - 1915
Anna
Keuffel
1843 -
Unknown
81
August F.
Keuffel
1813 - 1884
Dr.
Schottler
- Unknown
Charlotte
Keuffel
1849 -
Unknown

Descendants of Margarethe Dorothea Gretchen Willrich
Generation No. 1
1. Margarethe Dorothea Gretchen 8 Willrich (Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 28 Feb 1826 in Uelzen, Germany, and died 19 Apr
1915 in Luneberg, Germany. She married August Friedrich Ludwig Keuffel 1841, son of Gerhard Johann
August Keuffel. He was born 13 Mar 1813 in Uelzen, Germany, and died 05 Jan 1884 in Luneberg, Germany.
Children of Margarethe Willrich and August Keuffel are:
2 i. Son 9 Keuffel, born in Luneburg, Germany; died Unknown.
3 ii. Anna Keuffel, born 15 Dec 1843 in Luneberg, Germany; died Unknown. She married Dr. Schottler; died
Unknown.
4 iii. Charlotte Keuffel, born 23 Apr 1849 in Luneberg, Germany; died Unknown.
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Charles Hart
Willrich
1886 - 1896
Anne Willrich
Dalehite
Private -
Charles G.
Willrich
1867 - 1943
Raymond Carl
Willrich
1898 - 1981
Jewell Virginia
Willrich
1930 - 1994
John Franklin
Sliter
Private -
Della
Williams
1872 - 1951
Thelma Hettie
Hebert
1902 - 1977
Henry Gibbs
Dalehite, Jr.
Private -
Henry Gibbs
Dalehite III
Private -
Descendants of Carl Friedrich Theodore Willrich
Jacob
Willrich
1903 - 1952
Reba Candace
Willrich
Private -
Carl F.
Willrich
1828 - 1906
Cont. p. 86 Cont. p. 87
Edna
Mills
1908 - 2004
Gary Wayne
Cooper
Private -
Agnes Hart
Bowman
1849 - 1911
83
Hayden Agnes
McKinnon
1893 - 1968
Gertrude E.
Willrich
1869 - 1954
Ernest Lee
McKinnon
1865 - 1949
Samuel Varion
McNeil
- 1953
Laura
Willrich
1872 - 1872
Frances B.
McKinnon
1903 -
Unknown
John C.
Willrich
1877 - 1947
Cont. p. 84 Cont. p. 85
Virginia L.
Raum
1893 - 1986

Descendants of Carl Friedrich Theodore Willrich
Gertrude E.
Willrich
1869 - 1954
Ernest Lee
McKinnon
1865 - 1949
Cont. p. 83 Alpine Jean
McKinnon
1908 - 1987
Sarah Ann
Reaves
Private -
Claire E.
White
Private -
James Allen
White
Private -
James Allen
White, Jr.
Private -
Emma Grace
White
Private -
84
Archie Thomas
Reaves
1906 - 2001
Wendy Lea
Drake
Private -
Reaves Drake
White
Private -

Descendants of Carl Friedrich Theodore Willrich
John C.
Willrich
1877 - 1947
Cont. p. 83 Virginia June
Willrich
Private -
85
Virginia L.
Raum
1893 - 1986
Marie Louise
Mercurio
Private -
John Joseph
Mercurio
Private -

Descendants of Carl Friedrich Theodore Willrich
Jewell Virginia
Willrich
1930 - 1994
Cont. p. 83 Virginia Ellen
Dalehite
Private -
Robert Scott
Wedell
Private -
Henry Gibbs
Dalehite, Jr.
Private -
Ryan C.
Wedell
Private -
86
Robert Stanley
Wedell
Private -
Daniel Cole
Wedell
Private -
Raymond C.
Dalehite
Private -

Descendants of Carl Friedrich Theodore Willrich
Reba Candace
Willrich
Private -
Cont. p. 83 Lauren Camille
Cooper
Private -
Gary Wayne
Cooper
Private -
87
Jacob B.
Cooper
Private -
Elizabeth B.
Cooper
Private -
Mary Anne
Windham
Private -
Jacob Dane
Cooper
Private -

Descendants of Carl Friedrich Theodore Willrich
Generation No. 1
1. Carl Friedrich Theodore 8 Willrich (Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 ,
Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 1,2 was born 30 Mar 1828 in Uelzen, Germany, and died 07 May 1906
in Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 3,4 . He married Agnes Hart Bowman 5,6,7 25 Jan 1867 in Mahonoy City, Schuylkill
Co., PA, daughter of John Bowman and Mary Carmichael. She was born 05 Jul 1849 in Bucks Mtn, PA, and died
06 Jul 1911 in Schulenburg, Fayette, TX.
Notes for Carl Friedrich Theodore Willrich:
The friends of Judge C. T. Willrich of Schulenburg, residing in La Grange, were much pained Monday to learn of
his untimely demise which occurred Sunday. Judge Willrich was a prominent citizen of our sister city where for
many years he very creditably held the positions of mayor and justice of the peace, occupying the latter chair
when death claimed him. Known to all and beloved he will be sadly missed. Judge Willrich, we are informed
was about eighty-six years of age. [La Grange Journal, May 10, 1906
More About Carl Friedrich Theodore Willrich:
Burial: Abt. 09 May 1906, City Cemetery, Schulenburg, Fayette Co., TX
Notes for Agnes Hart Bowman:
Mrs. C. T. Willrich
At the home of her daughter, Mrs. E. L. McKinnon, near Schulenburg, with whom she had lived since the death
of her husband, Mrs. C. T. Willrich died Friday, July 7, after an illness of several weeks. She was the widow of
the late Justice Willrich, for many years a resident of Schulenburg, where she enjoyed the esteem, friendship and
love of all. At the time of her demise, deceased was 62 years of age and had been an invalid for several years.
The remains were taken to Schulenburg and there interred by the side of her husband. In attendance upon the
funeral from this city were Mesdames George Willrich, Ernst Knigge, Herman Schroeder and Emil Koehler.
[The La Grange Journal, Thursday, July 13, 1911]
More About Agnes Hart Bowman:
Burial: Abt. 08 Jul 1911, City Cemetery, Schulenburg, Fayette Co., TX
Children of Carl Willrich and Agnes Bowman are:
+ 2 i. Charles George Theodore 9 Willrich, born 27 Oct 1867 in Shenandoah, Schuylkill, PA; died 04 Feb 1943
in De Quincy, Calcasieu, LA.
+ 3 ii. Gertrude Elizabeth Willrich, born 28 Aug 1869 in Shenandoah, Schuylkill, PA; died 22 Apr 1954 in
Galveston, Galveston, TX.
4 iii. Laura Willrich, born 12 Jun 1872 in Pennsylvania; died 01 Oct 1872 in Pennsylvania.
+ 5 iv. John Carmichael Willrich, born 12 Jun 1877 in Pottsville, Schuylkill, PA; died 21 Feb 1947 in Detroit,
Wayne, MI.
Generation No. 2
2. Charles George Theodore 9 Willrich (Carl Friedrich Theodore 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 ,
Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 8,9,10 was born 27 Oct 1867 in
Shenandoah, Schuylkill, PA, and died 04 Feb 1943 in De Quincy, Calcasieu, LA. He married Della
Williams 11,12 . She was born 25 Dec 1872 in Moss Bluff, Calcasieu, LA, and died 20 Jun 1951 in De Quincy,
Calcasieu, LA.
Children of Charles Willrich and Della Williams are:
6 i. Charles Hart 10 Willrich, born 31 Aug 1886; died 14 Dec 1896.
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+ 7 ii. Raymond Carl Willrich, born 22 Feb 1898 in Sabine Pass, Jefferson, TX; died 06 Jan 1981 in Texas
City, Galveston, TX.
+ 8 iii. Jacob Willrich, born 02 Feb 1903 in El Paso, El Paso, TX; died 24 Feb 1952 in New Orleans, Orleans,
LA.
3. Gertrude Elizabeth 9 Willrich (Carl Friedrich Theodore 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann
August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 13,14,15,16,17 was born 28 Aug 1869 in
Shenandoah, Schuylkill, PA 18,19,20 , and died 22 Apr 1954 in Galveston, Galveston, TX 21 . She married Ernest
Lee McKinnon 22,23,24,25 23 Jan 1893 in Fayette County, TX 26 , son of Neil McKinnon and Anthora Clayton. He
was born 05 Sep 1865 in Lyonsville, Fayette, TX 26,27,28 , and died 22 May 1949 in Houston, Harris, TX 29,30 .
Notes for Gertrude Elizabeth Willrich:
Mrs. E. McKinnon Buried Here Sat.
Mrs. Ernest McKinnon, aged 84 years, seven months, and twenty-four days, passed away in Galveston Friday
afternoon. Mrs. McKinnon had been making her home in Houston with a daughter, Mrs. A. T. Reaves, but at the
time of her death was visiting in Galveston with another daughters, Mrs. Sam McNeil. Mr. and Mrs. McKinnon
operated the McKinnon Hotel here for many years. A number of years ago they sold their property here and
moved to Houston. Mr. McKinnon preceded his wife in death several years ago. Deceased was born in
Shenandoah, Pennsylvania on August 28, 1869. She was the daughter of the late Judge and Mrs. George Willrich
of La Grange. Funeral services were held in Galveston Saturday morning at 9:00 a.m., and the body was brought
to Schulenburg for interment in the family plot in the City Cemetery. Fulfilling one of her last requests, private
funeral services were held and all flowers were omitted. Rev. Parnell, local Baptist minister, officiated at the
graveside rites here. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Sam McNeil of Galveston and Mrs. A. T. Reaves of
Houston and one grand daughter Sarah Ann Reaves of Denton. [The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, April 30,
1954]
More About Gertrude Elizabeth Willrich:
Burial: 24 Apr 1954, City Cemetery, Schulenburg, Fayette Co., TX 31
Notes for Ernest Lee McKinnon:
Ernest McKinnon, 83, of 1510 Pearson, died at 7:45 a.m. Sunday in a Houston hospital. Born in Lyonsville, had
lived in Houston four years. Had been retired several years. Member camp No. 120, Woodmen of the World.
Survivors: Widow, Mrs. Gertrude McKinnon; daughters, Mrs. Sam V. McNeill, Galveston, and Mrs. A. T.
Reaves, Houston; sisters, Mrs. Lottie Lester, Schulenburg, and Mrs. Stella Sterling, Bellville. Private services
Monday at Schulenburg cemetery. Settegast-Kopf company. [The Houston Post, Monday, May 23, 1949]
Ernest L. McKinnon Buried Here
Private funeral services for Ernest Lee McKinnon, who passed away in a Houston Hospital on May 22, at 7:45
a.m., were held here Monday at 2:00 p.m. Mr. McKinnon, aged 84 years, was born near the present site of
Schulenburg at Lyonsville on September 5, 1865 as the son of Neil and Anthora McKinnon. On January 23,
1893, he was united in marriage to Gertrude Willrich here in Schulenburg. Her father, Judge Willrich, performed
the ceremony. Mr. and Mrs. McKinnon made their home here until about four years ago when they disposed of
their property and moved to Houston. Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Gertrude Willrich McKinnon of Houston;
two daughters, Mrs. Hayden McNeil of Galveston and Mrs. Alpin Reaves of Houston; three sisters, Mrs. Stella
Sterling of Bellville, Mrs. Annie Marcer of Fresno, California; and Mrs. Lottie Lester of this city; one granddaughter,
and several nieces and nephews. The body was brought from Houston to the Methodist Church here
where Rev. Dennis Macune officiated at the service. Interment was made in the City Cemetery. [The
Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, May 27, 1949]
More About Ernest Lee McKinnon:
Burial: 23 May 1949, City Cemetery, Schulenburg, Fayette Co., TX 32
Marriage Notes for Gertrude Willrich and Ernest McKinnon:
Married – at the residence of Capt. George Willrich, this city, in the 26th ult., Mr. Ernst McKinnon to Miss
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Gertrude Willrich. [La Grange Journal, Thursday, February 2, 1893]
Children of Gertrude Willrich and Ernest McKinnon are:
9 i. Hayden Agnes 10 McKinnon 32,33,34 , born 30 Oct 1893 in Texas; died 30 Apr 1968 in Galveston Co, TX.
She married Samuel Varion McNeil 18 Apr 1918 in Houston, Harris, TX; born in Brazoria, Brazoria,
TX; died 01 Mar 1953 in Galveston, Galveston, TX.
Notes for Hayden Agnes McKinnon:
1900 census says born November 1894.
More About Hayden Agnes McKinnon:
Burial: Abt. 02 May 1968, Brazoria, Brazoria, TX
More About Samuel Varion McNeil:
Burial: Abt. 03 Mar 1953, Brazoria, Brazoria, TX
Marriage Notes for Hayden McKinnon and Samuel McNeil:
Marriage Licenses - S. V. McNeill to Miss Hayden McKinnon [The Houston Post, Friday, April 18,
1918]
In Houston Thursday last a marriage license was issued to S. V. McNeill and Miss Hayden McKinnon.
[The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, April 25, 1918]
10 ii. Frances Beatrice McKinnon, born 16 Jul 1903 in Hallettsville, Lavaca, TX; died Unknown.
Notes for Frances Beatrice McKinnon:
Courthouse News
Births Recorded
McKinnon - born to Ernest McKinnon and wife, at Schulenburg, July 16, a girl. [The La Grange
Journal, Thursday, July 23, 1903]
More About Frances Beatrice McKinnon:
Burial: Unknown, City Cemetery, Hallettsville, Lavaca Co., TX
+ 11 iii. Alpine Jean McKinnon, born 05 Jan 1908 in Hallettsville, Lavaca, TX; died 10 Apr 1987 in Galveston,
Galveston, TX.
5. John Carmichael 9 Willrich (Carl Friedrich Theodore 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann
August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 35,36,37,38 was born 12 Jun 1877 in Pottsville,
Schuylkill, PA, and died 21 Feb 1947 in Detroit, Wayne, MI. He married Virginia LaRoche Raum 39,40 16 Sep
1912 in Houston, Harris, TX. She was born 22 Nov 1893 in Alameda, Alemeda, CA, and died 17 May 1986 in
Detroit, Wayne, MI.
More About John Carmichael Willrich:
Burial: Abt. 23 Feb 1947, Woodmere Cemetery, Detroit, Wayne Co., MI
More About Virginia LaRoche Raum:
Burial: Abt. 19 May 1986, Roseland Park Cemetery, Berkley, Oakland Co., MI
Child of John Willrich and Virginia Raum is:
+ 12 i. Virginia June 10 Willrich, born Private.
Generation No. 3
7. Raymond Carl 10 Willrich (Charles George Theodore 9 , Carl Friedrich Theodore 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 41,42 was born 22 Feb 1898
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in Sabine Pass, Jefferson, TX, and died 06 Jan 1981 in Texas City, Galveston, TX 43 . He married Thelma Hettie
Hebert 44 29 May 1927 in Lake Charles, Calcasieu, LA. She was born 12 Jun 1902 in Cameron Parish, LA, and
died 12 May 1977 in Galveston, Galveston, TX 45 .
Child of Raymond Willrich and Thelma Hebert is:
+ 13 i. Jewell Virginia 11 Willrich, born 18 Apr 1930 in De Quincy, Calcasieu, LA; died 15 Dec 1994 in
Galveston, Galveston Co, TX.
8. Jacob 10 Willrich (Charles George Theodore 9 , Carl Friedrich Theodore 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 46,47 was born 02 Feb 1903
in El Paso, El Paso, TX, and died 24 Feb 1952 in New Orleans, Orleans, LA. He married Edna Mills 48 27 Dec
1934 in Beaumont, Jefferson, TX, daughter of Lovic Mills and Hettie Davis. She was born 01 Feb 1908 in
Pickering, Vernon, LA 48 , and died 26 Aug 2004 in DeQuincy, Calcasieu, LA 48 .
Notes for Edna Mills:
Edna Mills Willrich
In 1931 a southbound Kansas City Southern passenger train slowed to a stop and a young lady stepped off. Edna
Mills had arrived for her new job and the rest of her life in DeQuincy. To meet the train that day were a couple of
young men who had heard some new teachers were coming to town. Jake Willrich told his pal, Pete Perkins, that
the “one in the silly hat was his.” Edna married Jake three years later. Her teaching career would come to an
abrupt halt as married women were not allowed to teach in those days. Their only child, Candace, was born
twelve years later in 1946. When Jake died unexpectantly in 1952, Edna’s role as a businesswoman began. She
operated his oil and gas distributorship for two years keeping books, and sometimes pumping gas; until leasing to
then Standard Oil Company. Her teaching career resumed in 1954 shortly, and she would raise her young
daughter alone. Edna’s 67 years in DeQuincy have been spent actively involved in civic and community
endeavors. She is the only living charter member of the DeQuincy Study Club, the oldest federated civic
organization in DeQuincy founded in 1938. She has served as its president three different times and in all of its
other offices as well. Several of the noteworthy accomplishments of the club were the establishment of
DeQuincy’s first library, a wheel chair project to provide assistance to the disabled, and hearing tests for all of the
local school children. She is an active member today and her daughter is also a member. Edna became a member
of the First Baptist Church soon after her arrival, and has been active in many areas. She served several times as
a Sunday School teacher and is presently a member of the Martha Sunday School Class. She has been a member
of the choir until recently, a member of Senior Power Group, and the Senior Power Choir which visits the local
nursing home and hospital on special occasions. She served for many years as the chairman of the Bereavement
Committee comforting families in dark hours, and has been a faithful member of the Women’s Missionary Union.
Edna’s initiation in 1927 into the Order of the Eastern Star preceded her arrival in DeQuincy, and she has been an
active member of the Adah Chapter #34 all of these years. Her 70 years of membership have included holding all
stations. She is a past matron. In her many years of teaching Home Economics, Edna has taught several
generations of DeQuincy women in the art of homemaking, particularly to cook and sew. Although retired, she
continues to receive calls from former students asking her advice about this and that. She is well known for her
belief in “a pot of soup to soothe and a pound cake to celebrate,” and there have been many recipients. As the
sponsor of the Future Homemakers of America, she has influenced hundreds of young women to aspire to their
roles as homemakers, and driven many miles with these girls to conventions all over the state. For many years the
annual Chamber of Commerce Banquet was held in the DeQuincy High School cafeteria adjacent to Edna’s
Home Economics Department. She and the FHA girls assisted with the menu, table settings and decorations, and
served as hostesses at the event. She was recognized and presented a plaque to acknowledge her years of service
to the Chamber several years ago. She has been a member of local and state teacher’s organizations during her
teaching career, and is presently a member of the Calcasieu Parish Retired Teachers Association, the National
Educators Association, and the State of Louisiana Retired Teachers Association. She continues her active
membership in Delta Kappa Gamma, a national society for teachers in Calcasieu Parish. On the occasion of her
90th birthday she can reflect to a rich and rewarding long life of dedicated service to her community. Although
the passenger trains have long stopped running and Edna’s vision failed, her enthusiasm, dedication, and
determination have not. She is loved and admired by her many friends, her former students, and her family for
her convictions, her loyalty, and her faithfulness.
Edna Willrich
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Mrs. Edna Mills Willrich, 96, longtime DeQuincy Civic leader and teacher, passed away Thursday, Aug. 26,
2004. She had been a resident of DeQuincy for 73 years. Born in Pickering Feb. 1, 1908 to Lovic Nathaniel Mills
and Hettie Davis Mills, she lived her early years in Pittsburgh, Texas. She graduated from Baylor-Belton for
Women, and was a 1928 graduate of Louisiana College where she was selected "Most Beautiful Girl". She did
post graduate work at Iowa State College at Ames. She taught school in Oberlin and DeRidder and arrived in
DeQuincy in 1931. She married local businessman, Jake Willrich, in 1934 and their only child, Candace, was
born in 1946. Her husband's untimely death in 1952 made her one of DeQuincy's earliest businesswomen when
she assumed the operation of the Willrich Oil and Gas Company. After leasing the business to Standard Oil
Company, she resumed her teaching career. She was Home Economics teacher at DeQuincy High School for
many years and taught several generations of DeQuincy women in the art of homemaking. She was the sponsor of
the Future Homemakers of America who hosted the DeQuincy Chamber of Commerce banquet for many years.
She was a member of the Calcasieu and Louisiana Retired Teachers Association. She was a member of Delta
Kappa Gamma for 40 years. She was a charter member of the DeQuincy Study Club in 1938, serving as President
as well as many other offices. One of the club's many accomplishments was the founding of DeQuincy's first
library. She was an active member of First Baptist Church, where she was a Sunday School teacher, member of
the choir, bereavement committee, and the WMU. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star for 77
years, holding all stations including Worthy Matron. She was the recipient of DeQuincy's Civic Service Award in
1998. Survivors include her daughter, Candace Cooper and son-in-law, Gary W. Cooper; granddaughter, Lauren
Cooper; grandson, Ben Cooper and wife, Mary; and great-grandchildren, Bryce and Jake Cooper, all of
DeQuincy. She was preceded in death by a sister, Zelma Mills Bobbitt. Visitation will continue at Snider Funeral
Home Sunday from 9 a.m. until time of services which will be held at 2 p.m. at First Baptist Church of DeQuincy.
The Rev. Byron Comish will officiate. Interment will be at Rigmaiden Cemetery. Words of comfort may be
shared with the family at www.mem.com. [The Sulphur Daily News,Sulphur, Louisiana, August 31, 2004]
More About Edna Mills:
Burial: 29 Aug 2004, Rigmaiden Cemetery, DeQuincy, Calcasieu, LA 48
Child of Jacob Willrich and Edna Mills is:
+ 14 i. Reba Candace 11 Willrich, born Private.
11. Alpine Jean 10 McKinnon (Gertrude Elizabeth 9 Willrich, Carl Friedrich Theodore 8 , Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 49,50,51 was born
05 Jan 1908 in Hallettsville, Lavaca, TX 52,53 , and died 10 Apr 1987 in Galveston, Galveston, TX 54 . She married
Archie Thomas Reaves 55,56 01 Jun 1934 in Galveston, Galveston, TX, son of Harvey Reaves and Alice Warren.
He was born 22 Apr 1906 in Hackberry, Lavaca, TX 56,57,58 , and died 11 Jul 2001 in Dallas, Dallas, TX 59,60 .
More About Alpine Jean McKinnon:
Burial: Abt. 12 Apr 1987, City Cemetery, Schulenburg, Fayette, TX
Notes for Archie Thomas Reaves:
ARCHIE THOMAS REAVES
ARCHIE THOMAS "A.T." REAVES , 95, passed away July 11, 2001 in Dallas, TX. He was born April 22,
1906, in Hackberry, TX, Lavaca County. He was the son of the late Harvey Clark Reaves and Alice Warren
Reaves . He was preceded in death by Alpin Jean McKinnon Reaves , of Schulenberg, TX, his high school sweet
heart and beloved wife of 64 years. He was also preceded in death by his four brothers: Clyde, Vernon, Harvey
("H.C."), and Branch Reaves . He was the oldest of five children. A cherished father, grandfather, loving
husband, and dedicated family man, he loved gardening, travel and community service. A devout Episcopalian, he
served on the Vestry and as Treasurer for Grace Episcopal Church in Galveston, TX. After graduation, he began
work in the accounting department of Wald Transfer in Houston, TX, eventually becoming CFO of the company.
He retired in 1971. He moved to Dallas in 1994. He is survived by his sister, Dorothy Reaves Pakebush, his
daughter, Sarah Reaves White, son-in-law, James Allen White, Sr., granddaughter Claire Elizabeth White,
grandson, James Allen White, Jr., granddaughter-in-law, Wendy Lea Drake White, M.D., and two greatgrandchildren,
Emma Grace White and Reaves Drake White, as well as several great-nieces and great-nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, July 17, 2001 at 9:30 a.m. at Grace Episcopal Church, 1115 36th St.,
Galveston, TX, 77550, (409) 762-9676, The Rev. R.L. Benson presiding. Interment will follow at City Cemetery,
Schulenberg, TX. Memorial contributions may be made to Grace Episcopal Church. Sparkman/Hillcrest, 7405 W.
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Northwest Hwy. Dallas, Tx. 75225, 214-363-5401. [Houston Chronicle, July 12, 2001]
More About Archie Thomas Reaves:
Burial: 17 Jul 2001, City Cemetery, Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 61
Residence: 11 Jul 2001, Dallas, Dallas Co., TX
Child of Alpine McKinnon and Archie Reaves is:
+ 15 i. Sarah Ann 11 Reaves, born Private.
12. Virginia June 10 Willrich (John Carmichael 9 , Carl Friedrich Theodore 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She
married John Joseph Mercurio Private. He was born Private.
Child of Virginia Willrich and John Mercurio is:
16 i. Marie Louise 11 Mercurio, born Private.
Generation No. 4
13. Jewell Virginia 11 Willrich (Raymond Carl 10 , Charles George Theodore 9 , Carl Friedrich Theodore 8 ,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born 18 Apr 1930 in De Quincy, Calcasieu, LA, and died 15 Dec 1994 in Galveston, Galveston Co, TX 62 . She
married Henry Gibbs Dalehite, Jr. Private, son of Henry Dalehite and Elizabeth Boillin. He was born Private.
Children of Jewell Willrich and Henry Dalehite are:
17 i. Anne Willrich 12 Dalehite, born Private. She married John Franklin Sliter Private; born Private.
18 ii. Henry Gibbs Dalehite III, born Private.
+ 19 iii. Virginia Ellen Dalehite, born Private.
20 iv. Raymond Charles Dalehite, born Private.
14. Reba Candace 11 Willrich (Jacob 10 , Charles George Theodore 9 , Carl Friedrich Theodore 8 , Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
She married Gary Wayne Cooper Private. He was born Private.
Children of Reba Willrich and Gary Cooper are:
21 i. Lauren Camille 12 Cooper, born Private.
+ 22 ii. Jacob Benjamin Cooper, born Private.
15. Sarah Ann 11 Reaves (Alpine Jean 10 McKinnon, Gertrude Elizabeth 9 Willrich, Carl Friedrich Theodore 8 ,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. She married James Allen White Private. He was born Private.
Children of Sarah Reaves and James White are:
23 i. Claire Elizabeth 12 White, born Private.
+ 24 ii. James Allen White, Jr., born Private.
Generation No. 5
19. Virginia Ellen 12 Dalehite (Jewell Virginia 11 Willrich, Raymond Carl 10 , Charles George Theodore 9 , Carl
Friedrich Theodore 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Robert Stanley Wedell Private. He was born Private.
Children of Virginia Dalehite and Robert Wedell are:
25 i. Robert Scott 13 Wedell, born Private.
26 ii. Ryan Christopher Wedell, born Private.
27 iii. Daniel Cole Wedell, born Private.
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22. Jacob Benjamin 12 Cooper (Reba Candace 11 Willrich, Jacob 10 , Charles George Theodore 9 , Carl
Friedrich Theodore 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Mary Anne Windham Private. She was born Private.
Children of Jacob Cooper and Mary Windham are:
28 i. Elizabeth Bryce 13 Cooper, born Private.
29 ii. Jacob Dane Cooper, born Private.
24. James Allen 12 White, Jr. (Sarah Ann 11 Reaves, Alpine Jean 10 McKinnon, Gertrude Elizabeth 9 Willrich,
Carl Friedrich Theodore 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Wendy Lea Drake Private. She was born Private.
Children of James White and Wendy Drake are:
30 i. Emma Grace 13 White, born Private.
31 ii. Reaves Drake White, born Private.
Endnotes
1. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Schulenburg, E. D. 59, Page 7.
2. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette,
Schulenburg, E. D. 47, Page 12A.
3. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, May 10, 1906.
4. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Fayette Co., Certificate 29565.
5. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Schulenburg, E. D. 59, Page 7.
6. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Lavaca County,
Precinct 1, Hallettsville, E. D. 117, Page 10A.
7. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette,
Schulenburg, E. D. 47, Page 12A.
8. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Schulenburg, E. D. 59, Page 7.
9. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Louisiana, Calcasieu
Parish, Police Jury Ward 6, De Quincy, E. D. 51, Page 11A.
10. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Louisiana, Calcasieu
Parish, Police Jury Ward 6, De Quincy, Ward 4, E. D. 10, Page 2A.
11. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Louisiana, Calcasieu
Parish, Police Jury Ward 6, De Quincy, E. D. 51, Page 11A.
12. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Louisiana, Calcasieu
Parish, Police Jury Ward 6, De Quincy, Ward 4, E. D. 10, Page 2A.
13. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Schulenburg, E. D. 59, Page 7.
14. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Schulenburg, E. D. 72, Page 12B.
15. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 47, Page 5B.
16. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 75, Page 2B.
17. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Lavaca County,
Precinct 1, Hallettsville, E. D. 117, Page 10A.
18. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, April 30, 1954.
19. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Schulenburg, E. D. 72, Page 12B.
20. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 47, Page 5B.
21. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, April 30, 1954.
22. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Schulenburg, E. D. 72, Page 12B.
23. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
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Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 47, Page 5B.
24. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 75, Page 2B.
25. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Lavaca County,
Precinct 1, Hallettsville, E. D. 117, Page 10A.
26. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, May 27, 1949.
27. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Schulenburg, E. D. 72, Page 12B.
28. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 47, Page 5B.
29. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, May 27, 1949.
30. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, May 23, 1949.
31. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, April 30, 1954.
32. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, May 27, 1949.
33. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 47, Page 5B.
34. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Lavaca County,
Precinct 1, Hallettsville, E. D. 117, Page 10A.
35. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Schulenburg, E. D. 59, Page 7.
36. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Harris County,
Precinct 2, Houston, E. D. 126, Page 4A.
37. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Harris County,
Precinct 2, Magnolia Park, E. D. 108, Page 20.
38. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette,
Schulenburg, E. D. 47, Page 12A.
39. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Harris County,
Precinct 2, Magnolia Park, E. D. 108, Page 20.
40. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Harris County,
Precinct 2, Houston, E. D. 126, Page 4A.
41. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Louisiana, Calcasieu
Parish, Police Jury Ward 6, De Quincy, E. D. 51, Page 11A.
42. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Louisiana, Calcasieu
Parish, Police Jury Ward 6, De Quincy, Ward 4, E. D. 10, Page 2B.
43. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
44. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Louisiana, Calcasieu
Parish, Police Jury Ward 6, De Quincy, Ward 4, E. D. 10, Page 2B.
45. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
46. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Louisiana, Calcasieu
Parish, Police Jury Ward 6, De Quincy, E. D. 51, Page 11A.
47. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Louisiana, Calcasieu
Parish, Police Jury Ward 6, De Quincy, Ward 4, E. D. 10, Page 2A.
48. Southwest Daily News, Sulphur, Louisiana, (Newspaper), "Electronic," The Southwest Daily News, August 28, 2004.
49. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, May 27, 1949.
50. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Schulenburg, E. D. 72, Page 12B.
51. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Lavaca County,
Precinct 1, Hallettsville, E. D. 117, Page 10A.
52. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Schulenburg, E. D. 72, Page 12B.
53. Social Security Death Index.
54. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
55. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Lavaca County,
Precinct 2, E. D. 117, Page 1B.
56. Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), The Houston Chronicle, July 12, 2001.
57. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
58. Social Security Death Index.
59. Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), The Houston Chronicle, July 12, 2001.
60. Social Security Death Index.
61. Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), The Houston Chronicle, July 12, 2001.
62. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
95

Edward R.
Kehrer
1891 - 1973
Pauline
Richers
1869 - 1968
Alma
Doerle
1890 - 1987
Elise F.
Huebner
1849 - 1951
George
Kehrer
1862 - 1937
Lee Walter
Kehrer
1894 - 1972
Emil
Richers
1833 - 1915
Adele
Richers
1871 - 1873
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Emma E.
Richers
1872 - 1964
Johanne P.
Willrich
1829 - 1860
Richard A.
Kehrer
1870 - 1933
Johann A.
Huebner
1814 - 1894
97
George
Huebner
1851 - 1936
Cont. p. 99 Louis
Huebner
1877 - 1947
Lisette
Warnken
1853 - 1924
Andrew E.
Huebner
1853 - 1948
Cont. p. 100 Lola Mae
Huebner
1878 - 1968
Cont. p. 102 Cont. p. 103 Willadean
Brown
1905 -
Unknown
Carol Elaine
Graham
Private -
Marilain
Byron
Private -
Jeremy Todd
Tyree
Private -
Luisa Ellen
Taylor
1855 - 1914
Leander W.
Brown
- Unknown
J. D.
Graham
- Unknown
C W
Byron
Private -
Danny Carl
Tyree
Private -
William N.
Tyree
Private -
Cont. p. 98
Cont. p. 101
Cont. p. 104
Cont. p. 105
Cont. p. 106

Cont. p. 97 Louis
Huebner
1855 - 1944
Adolph
Huebner
1890 - 1970
Otto Virston
Huebner
1891 - 1971
Carl
Huebner
1857 - 1857
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Mary Elizabeth
Nichols
1900 - 1991
Johanne P.
Willrich
1829 - 1860
Franz
Huebner
1859 - 1950
Pauline
Huebner
1894 - 1996
Johann A.
Huebner
1814 - 1894
Marie Louisa
Kehrer
1860 - 1946
98
Marguerite
Huebner
1896 - 1997
Donald Keller
Poole
1891 - 1971
John Andrew
Huebner, Sr.
1897 - 1964
Cont. p. 107
Mollie Laflin
Foote
1901 - 1966

Julia Louise
Kring
Private -
William Louis
Bierwirth
1953 - 1981
Kimberly M.
Bierwirth
Private -
Cont. p. 97 John A.
Richers
1873 - 1933
Beatrice R.
Otto
1905 - 1992
William
Bierwirth, Jr.
Private -
Jan Winnan
Greene
Private -
Brent Alan
Bierwirth
Private -
William Louis
Kring
1904 - 1984
Louise D.
Richers
1876 - 1967
Billie Jane
Kring
Private -
Cont. p. 113 Terry Cole
Hall, Jr.
Private -
Jenny L.
Hall
Private -
Nicholas A.
Bogue
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Louise Pauline
Otto
1907 - 1964
Elise F.
Huebner
1849 - 1951
Terry Cole
Hall, Sr.
1926 - 2001
Sharon K.
Herbold
Private -
Richard A.
Bogue
Private -
Ferdinand A.
Otto
1875 - 1941
Corey James
Bogue
Private -
Frederick C.
Beck
- 1953
Emil
Richers
1833 - 1915
Cont. p. 112
Cont. p. 114
Victor
Richers
1879 - 1965
99
Adeline
Kreinhop
1914 - 1938
Regina
Richers
1881 - 1949
Malcolm G.
Otto
1908 - 1956
Cont. p. 109
Louis William
Richers, Sr.
1883 - 1975
Julia W.
Letzerich
1891 - 1987
Cont. p. 110 Cont. p. 111
Cont. p. 108

Cont. p. 97 Helen Marie
Huebner
1880 - 1936
Raymond L.
Ploeger
- 1960
Lillian Troy
McMillan
1908 - 1989
Nedra Glenn
McCready
Private -
Cont. p. 121 [2] Mary Ann
Mays
Private -
Annie
Huebner
1884 - 1969
Mozelle
McMillan
1910 - 1994
[1] David W.
Kelley
1957 - 1997
John Forrest
McMillan
1886 - 1963
Charles Birney
McCready
1907 - 1968
William J.
Kelley
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
[3] Kathy S.
Martin
Private -
George
Huebner
1851 - 1936
George Lee
Huebner, Jr.
Private -
Lisette
Warnken
1853 - 1924
George Lee
Huebner
1885 - 1952
Patricia P.
Todd
1921 - 2005
100
Leta Belle
Taylor
1895 - 1990
Marcus Taylor
Huebner
1920 - 1972
Cont. p. 118 Cont. p. 119 Richard Lee
Huebner
1943 - 1978
Patrick Noel
Kelley
Private -
Kassidee Noel
Kelley
Private -
Tamara
Collin
Private -
Miranda Karen
Kelley
Private -
Marcus E.
Huebner
Private -
Wynelle Ada
Schlick
Private -
Victoria Cecile
Gorman
Private -
Roger Meyer
Huebner
Private -
Ella Mae
Huebner
1888 - 1973
Gustav W.
Albrecht
1888 - 1974
Cont. p. 116 Cont. p. 117
Cont. p. 120
Cont. p. 115

Gladys Ray
West
Private -
Marion Toliver
Huebner
1908 - 1976
Cont. p. 97 Marion Taylor
Huebner
1881 - 1927
William A.
Huebner
1945 - 2001
Margaret Jean
Hudson
1911 - 2000
[4] Patricia M.
Entzminger
Private -
Lillian
Hurst
1884 - 1947
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Andrew E.
Huebner
1853 - 1948
Cont. p. 125 Judith Ann
Harris
Private -
Robert Taylor
Huebner
1910 - 1990
Luisa Ellen
Taylor
1855 - 1914
Don Marion
Huebner
Private -
Irma Emma
Hander
1909 - 1988
101
Judith Hazel
Smith
Private -
Lillie Belle
Huebner
1883 - 1946
Cont. p. 123 Lillian Mae
Hauck
1912 - 1974
Marilyn
Simpson
Private -
Cont. p. 127 Cont. p. 128 John Bradley
Bernthal
Private -
Herman Julius
Hauck
1878 - 1953
Robert E.
Simpson
1914 - 1992
John Erwin
Bernthal
Private -
Kirsten Beth
Bernthal
Private -
Walter
Huebner
1885 - 1886
Cont. p. 124
Cont. p. 126
Cont. p. 122

Cont. p. 97 Lillian R.
Kehrer
1895 - 1966
Warren D.
Tuley
Private -
Mary Madeline
Tuley
Private -
Delbert S.
Tuley
1891 - 1967
Frances E.
Foster
Private -
Paul K.
McKneely
Private -
Nancy Eileen
Tuley
Private -
Benjamin F.
Drago
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Pauline
Richers
1869 - 1968
Robert Lee
Drago, Jr.
Private -
Robert Lee
Drago III
1953 - 1997
Mary K.
Drago
Private -
George
Kehrer
1862 - 1937
Lillie Mae
Keepers
Private -
Jamie
Evers
Private -
102
Myrtle Louise
Kehrer
1899 - 1978
Jeremy D.
Strebeck
Private -
Katherine L.
Drago
Private -
Lily Alice
Young
Private -
Robert Lee
Drago
1893 - 1957
Gerald
Young
Private -
Julian Ivey
Kehrer
1901 - 1920
Steven D.
Bell
Private -
Edward Kehrer
Drago
1927 - 2004
Diana Lea
Drago
Private -
Winnie Lee
Whitaker
Private -
Elizabeth Anne
Wilson
Private -
Donald T.
Wilson, Jr.
Private -
Erica Leigh
Wilson
Private -

Julian Ricard
Carter
Private -
Byron Tellas
Carter, Jr.
1922 - 1980
Cont. p. 97 Byron Tellas
Carter, Sr.
1899 - 1964
Eleanor Louise
Carter
Private -
Helen Frances
Lange
Private -
Wayne E.
Campbell
Private -
Marguerite L.
Kehrer
1900 - 1994
Richard E.
Carter
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Emma E.
Richers
1872 - 1964
Perry James
Reeves
- Unknown
Betty Laverne
Carter
Private -
Cont. p. 131 Carol Margaret
Spindler
Private -
Anna Margaret
Vaughan
Private -
Robert M.
Vaughan
Private -
Richard A.
Kehrer
1870 - 1933
Vastine Julian
Kehrer
1906 - 1957
Sybil Delores
Kehrer
Private -
Kenneth Lamar
Vaughan, Jr.
Private -
103
April Christine
Kronk
Private -
Robert M.
Vaughan, Jr.
Private -
Viva Golden
Grissom
1907 - 1975
John Louis
Spindler, Jr.
1925 - 1990
Elaine E.
Vaughan
Private -
Christopher E.
Vaughan
Private -
Bruce Allen
Spindler
Private -
Otis
Russell
1914 - 1978
Cont. p. 129 Cont. p. 130
John Lewis
Spindler
Private -
Juel Lee
Dawson
Private -
Cont. p. 132
Evelyn Frances
Kehrer
1915 - 2002
Richard W.
Wright
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Lola Mae
Huebner
1878 - 1968
Leander W.
Brown
- Unknown
Cont. p. 97 Woodlief F.
Brown
1908 -
Unknown
104
Samuel Magee
Brown
1952 - 1953
Mary Louise
Magee
Private -

Cont. p. 97 Marilyn Louise
Graham
Private -
Catherine Ann
Sparks
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
William G.
Sparks
Private -
William G.
Sparks
Private -
Willadean
Brown
1905 -
Unknown
Joan Diane
Graham
Private -
Daniel M.
Aycock
Private -
J. D.
Graham
- Unknown
105
Wendell M.
Aycock
Private -
John Andrew
Aycock
Private -
Amie Diane
Seese
Private -
Mary Jane
Graham
Private -
Harry
Seese
Private -
Elizabeth Ann
Seese
Private -
Kathleen
Seese
Private -

Cont. p. 97 Graham K
Byron
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Carol Elaine
Graham
Private -
Zantha
Byron
Private -
Gail
Dingler
Private -
C W
Byron
Private -
Cedric William
Byron
Private -
106
Kelli Diane
Byron
Private -
John David
Byron
Private -

Jan Marie
Huebner
Private -
Julia Carrie
Harmon
Private -
Cont. p. 98 John Andrew
Huebner, Jr.
1926 - 2007
Richard Lee
Harmon
Private -
Miranda Marie
Harmon
Private -
Kristi
Huebner
Private -
Andrew C.
Meyer
Private -
Myrtle Marie
Gregory
Private -
Neil Gregory
Meyer
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
John Andrew
Huebner, Sr.
1897 - 1964
Molly Louise
Huebner
Private -
Cont. p. 134 Kaitlyn P.
Dunn
Private -
Mollie Laflin
Foote
1901 - 1966
Harold Keith
Dunn
Private -
Cont. p. 135 Travis John
Coppock
Private -
107
Michael A.
Coppock
Private -
Robert Melvyn
Coppock
1922 - 1985
Pamela Edna
Steel
Private -
Elizabeth Anne
Biggs
Private -
Pauline Adair
Huebner
1930 - 2006
Taylor Michael
Coppock
Private -
Cont. p. 133
Richard J.
Blair
Private -
Andrew L.
Knight
Private -

Cont. p. 99 Augustus
Richers
1887 - 1968
Gus Clifton
Richers
1936 - 1987
Ralph Edward
Richers
Private -
Ruth Evelyn
Brooks
Private -
Alma D.
Hillman
1893 - 1991
Alfred Bryan
Richers
1932 - 1987
Alfred Charles
Richers
1890 - 1970
Amie L.
Sullivan
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Elise F.
Huebner
1849 - 1951
Frances Opal
Taylor
1913 - 1982
John Wesley
Richers
Private -
Jeffery Neal
Richers
Private -
Jacob Allen
Richers
Private -
Emil
Richers
1833 - 1915
Ebbie Elaine
Flint
Private -
Melody Ann
Long
Private -
108
Regina Frances
Richers
1935 - 1969
Cont. p. 137 Bennie Louis
Haverlah, Jr.
1957 - 1982
Bennie Louis
Haverlah, Sr.
1935 - 1987
Willahemina F.
Richers
1892 - 1987
Cont. p. 136 Regina V.
Hunger
1916 - 2006
Cont. p. 138 Jack Herman
Welge, Jr.
Private -
Kirsten F.
Welge
Private -
Frederich W.
Hunger
1877 - 1963
Jack Herman
Welge
1915 - 1981
Frances A.
Avent
Private -
Kathleen A.
Welge
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Cont. p. 99
Malcolm G.
Otto
1908 - 1956
109
Wilma H.
Williams
1909 - 1992

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Louise D.
Richers
1876 - 1967
110
Ferdinand A.
Otto
1875 - 1941
Cont. p. 99 Gilbert Emil
Otto
1910 - 1991

Cont. p. 99 Louis William
Richers, Jr.
1914 - 1989
Cheryl Lynn
Richers
1969 - 1985
Beverly Ann
Grimes
Private -
Essie Dell
Meyer
1920 - 1994
Louis William
Richers III
Private -
Karla Alvina
Sieger
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Louis William
Richers, Sr.
1883 - 1975
Julia W.
Letzerich
1891 - 1987
Elviera Rose
Richers
Private -
Cont. p. 140 Therese Marie
Cernosek
Private -
Cont. p. 143 Mark Noie
Richard
Private -
Claire Brooks
Richard
Private -
111
Stanley Frank
Cernosek, Sr.
1905 - 1994
George Noie
Richard
Private -
Austin Paul
Richard
Private -
Sharon Lynn
Smith
Private -
Meredith L.
Richard
Private -
Genevieve J.
Richers
Private -
Cont. p. 141 Antoinette L.
Gaudet
Private -
Cont. p. 144 Gregory D.
Miller
Private -
Edward Wright
Gaudet, Sr.
1914 - 1989
Larry Daniel
Miller
Private -
Karen Ellece
Miller
Private -
Cont. p. 139
Cont. p. 142

Robert Eric
White
Private -
Michelle Aleci
Richardson
Private -
Cont. p. 99 Peggy Virginia
Kring
Private -
Lindsay Erin
White
Private -
Robert Waid
White
Private -
Brandon Lee
Smolinsky
Private -
Belinda Kay
Smith
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Beatrice R.
Otto
1905 - 1992
Robert Neil
White
1932 - 1986
Lauren Ashley
Smolinsky
Private -
Virginia Jo
White
Private -
William Louis
Kring
1904 - 1984
Neil Lawrence
Asiatico
Private -
Steve L.
Asiatico
Private -
112
Nancy E.
White
Private -
Jared Andrew
Housley
Private -
Gary Allen
Housley
Private -
William M.
Housley
Private -
Walter Louis
Coffer
1957 - 1957
Myrtle E.
Kring
Private -
Kalynn
Coffer
Private -
Bruce Coy
Coffer
Private -
Patrick Cox
Hardwick
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Julia Louise
Kring
Private -
Cont. p. 99 Randall Lynn
Bierwirth
1956 - 2001
Joseph Edward
O'Brien
Private -
William
Bierwirth, Jr.
Private -
Bealinda L.
Bierwirth
Private -
113
Francis Lee
O'Brien, Jr.
Private -
Sean William
O'Brien
Private -
Corey James
O'Brien
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Billie Jane
Kring
Private -
Cont. p. 99 Patricia Ann
Hall
Private -
Terry Cole
Hall, Sr.
1926 - 2001
Vicki Lynn
Hall
Private -
114
Bailey Lynn
Harrison
Private -
Terrell
Van Harrison
Private -
Dorothy L.
Hall
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
George
Huebner
1851 - 1936
115
Lisette
Warnken
1853 - 1924
Cont. p. 100 Augusta L.
Huebner
1892 - 1938

Leigh Anne
Tally
Private -
Rae Allison
Huebner
Private -
Cont. p. 100 Bert Lewis
Huebner
Private -
Campbell M.
Tally II
Private -
Taylor Maclin
Tally
Private -
Dorothy Ann
Baer
Private -
Glenn Baer
Huebner
Private -
Sara Lee
Huebner
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
George Lee
Huebner
1885 - 1952
Douglas Blair
Smith
Private -
Leta Belle
Taylor
1895 - 1990
Daniel Baer
Huebner
1958 - 1958
116
William S.
Huebner
Private -
William Glenn
Huebner
Private -
Michael Bruno
Huebner
Private -
Cont. p. 147 Kimberly Ann
Huebner
Private -
Jutta Ingrid
Bartsch
Private -
Darcy Ann
Twardowski
Private -
Erica Michelle
Huebner
Private -
David N.
Huebner
Private -
Ruth LaVern
Brandt
Private -
Cont. p. 145 Cont. p. 146

Jeanette Marie
Hill
1943 - 2002
Allegra Nicole
Eubanks
Private -
Bryce Lee
Calkins
Private -
Jared T.
Calkins
Private -
Edward Travis
Eubanks
Private -
Cont. p. 100 Jacob C.
Hill, Jr.
Private -
Sean Raphael
Eubanks
Private -
Roger Bruce
Hill
Private -
Anna Gabrielle
Eubanks
Private -
Toni Michelle
Palma
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Gussie Inez
Albrecht
Private -
Ella Mae
Huebner
1888 - 1973
Jan Ann
Veigel
Private -
Gustav W.
Albrecht
1888 - 1974
Hugh Bradley
Hallam
1925 - 2001
Lynn Howard
Hill
Private -
117
Ronine A.
Eggins
Private -
Cont. p. 150 Curtis Todd
Hill
Private -
Arolee
Albrecht
1926 - 2004
Donna K.
Hoy
Private -
James Doris
Hoy, Jr.
1922 - 1997
William
Olsen
Private -
Lynn Howard
Grasshoff
Private -
Cont. p. 148 Michael Lynn
Grasshoff
Private -
Layne Amelia
Lorenzo
Private -
Cont. p. 149

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Mozelle
McMillan
1910 - 1994
Charles Birney
McCready
1907 - 1968
Cont. p. 100 Carolyn Jean
McCready
Private -
Jonathan J.
Kelfer
Private -
118
Michael W.
Kelfer
Private -
Kathleen E.
Kelfer
Private -

Cont. p. 100 Suzanne
Gallaway
Private -
George Todd
Huebner
Private -
Mackenzie E.
Hall
Private -
George Lee
Huebner III
Private -
Jean Marie
Phillips
Private -
Ryan Patrick
Hall
Private -
Lenae Marie
Brown
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
George Lee
Huebner, Jr.
Private -
Margaret Todd
Huebner
Private -
Joshua Taylor
Woody
Private -
Mitra
Azodi
Private -
Patricia P.
Todd
1921 - 2005
Clyde Allen
Woody
Private -
Matthew Todd
Woody
Private -
119
William G.
Brown
Private -
Nancy Allen
Huebner
Private -
Sarah Margaret
Brown
Private -
Robby Lynn
Brown
Private -
Laura Ellen
Brown
Private -
Anne Adams
Huebner
Private -
James Michael
Beamer
Private -

Cont. p. 100 Linda Rae
Rutherford
Private -
Roger F.
Huebner
Private -
Leah Claire
Crowley
Private -
Mary A.
Piepgras
Private -
Tyna Rae
Smith
Private -
Colin Nilan
Piepgras
Private -
George W.
Piepgras
Private -
William James
Crowley
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Marcus Taylor
Huebner
1920 - 1972
William A.
Crowley
Private -
Mary Marcus
Huebner
Private -
Wynelle Ada
Schlick
Private -
Andrea Lee
Czartoryski
Private -
120
Amanda D.
Overstreet
Private -
Paul Duncan
Overstreet
Private -
Paul Duncan
Overstreet II
Private -
Taylor Meyer
Huebner
Private -
David Robert
Huebner
Private -
Jeanette Eiline
Raffetto
Private -
Cont. p. 152
Leta Dora
Huebner
Private -
Cont. p. 151

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Nedra Glenn
McCready
Private -
Cont. p. 100 [2] Mary Ann
Mays
Private -
121
Raymond L.
Ploeger
- 1960
[1] David W.
Kelley
1957 - 1997
[3] Kathy S.
Martin
Private -

Karyle Louise
Frazier
Private -
Jennifer Faye
Chalfant
Private -
Blaine Michael
Nail
Private -
Cont. p. 101 Haden
Huebner
1887 - 1903
Mary Louise
Huebner
1923 - 1975
Ralph Boyd
Chalfant
Private -
Allen Ray
Nail
Private -
Wilford E.
Frazier
1917 - 1996
Marcus E.
Frazier
Private -
Marcus Dudley
Huebner
1891 - 1979
Cont. p. 156 Laura Jean
Frazier
Private -
Diedre Denise
Davis
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Andrew E.
Huebner
1853 - 1948
Willie Belle
Hurst
1891 - 1972
Cont. p. 157
Luisa Ellen
Taylor
1855 - 1914
Cont. p. 153 Diana Louise
Leach
Private -
122
Dudley J.
Huebner
Private -
William D.
Huebner
Private -
Euphemia G.
Orr
1936 - 1997
Cont. p. 154
Ada Irene
Huebner
1895 - 1992
Loudie Belle
Hurst
Private -
Cont. p. 155 Mark Huebner
Conklin
1953 - 1990
Bernard J.
Hurst
1885 - 1957
William W.
Conklin
1926 - 1991
Raleigh Taylor
Conklin
Private -

Cont. p. 101 Raleigh D.
Huebner
1913 - 2003
Robert W.
Trainer
Private -
Claribel
Mason
1916 - 1971
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Marion Taylor
Huebner
1881 - 1927
Martha
Wilkinson
Private -
Lillian Luceile
Huebner
Private -
Clayton E.
Lake
Private -
Clayton E.
Lake II
Private -
Lillian
Hurst
1884 - 1947
123
Robert Jay
Wilkinson
1916 - 2000
Malynn
Wilkinson
Private -
Sue Anne
McKay
Private -
Elton Maurice
Ashcraft II
Private -
Robert Jay
Wilkinson, Jr.
Private -
William C.
Wilkinson
Private -
Peggy Diane
Menke
Private -
Mindy Leigh
Wilkinson
Private -

Cont. p. 101 Herman H.
Hauck
1914 - 1944
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Lillie Belle
Huebner
1883 - 1946
Bevie Mae
Biggs
Private -
Herman Julius
Hauck
1878 - 1953
Bernice Irene
Hauck
1919 - 1994
Robert Drew
Milne
Private -
124
Dudley B.
Milne
Private -
William T. J.
Milne
Private -
William H.
Milne
Private -
Taylor M.
Milne
Private -
Barbara
Walters
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Marion Toliver
Huebner
1908 - 1976
Margaret Jean
Hudson
1911 - 2000
Cont. p. 101 Douglas T.
Huebner
Private -
125
Lindsey Taylor
Huebner
Private -
Rebecca Gay
Hale
Private -

Jay Bradford
Jackson
Private -
Joshua Clark
Jackson
Private -
Cont. p. 101 Rosalind
Simpson
Private -
Mary Kay
Simons
Private -
Dylan Forest
McKnight
Private -
Gary Lee
McKnight
Private -
Larry Edgar
Jackson
1941 - 1986
Janet Lynne
Jackson
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Lillian Mae
Hauck
1912 - 1974
Kathlyn
Simpson
Private -
Cont. p. 159 Trenton Scott
Coleman
Private -
Ronald Scott
Coleman
Private -
A Charles
Baldwin
Private -
Amber Renae
Burghart
Private -
Robert E.
Simpson
1914 - 1992
Jo Denise
Jackson
Private -
126
Paul Douglas
Simons
Private -
Cont. p. 160
Erin Marie
Simpson
Private -
Jenny
Larson
Private -
Robert Marcus
Simpson
Private -
Kelsey Elaine
Simpson
Private -
Kathleen Ann
Finlen
Private -
Miles Douglas
Simpson
Private -
Cont. p. 158

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
William A.
Huebner
1945 - 2001
Cont. p. 101 Jeffrey Earl
Huebner
Private -
127
Gladys Ray
West
Private -
Shelby LaRae
Huebner
Private -

Cont. p. 101 Donna Lynne
Huebner
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Darrel Andrew
Huebner
Private -
Don Marion
Huebner
Private -
Lydia Dale
Huebner
Private -
128
Judith Hazel
Smith
Private -
Robin Leigh
Huebner
Private -
Andrew W.
Huebner
Private -
Bonnie Reed
McKenna
Private -

Roxane Louise
Risien
Private -
Matthew W.
Trimble
Private -
William Ford
Trimble
Private -
Amanda Dawn
Trimble
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Vastine Julian
Kehrer
1906 - 1957
Cont. p. 103 Lillian Louise
Kehrer
Private -
Cody Lewis
Risien
Private -
Jenelizabeth J.
Risien
Private -
Kathy
Thornton
Private -
Cassidy
Risien
Private -
Viva Golden
Grissom
1907 - 1975
George Lewis
Risien
1933 - 1979
Flint William
Risien
Private -
Krista Marie
Risien
Private -
129
Elizabeth Anne
Barnes
Private -
Kyle William
Risien
Private -
Charles Otto
Zagst III
Private -
Jacob George
Zagst
Private -
Michelle P.
Risien
Private -
David William
Stephenson
Private -
Caitlin Harris
Stephenson
Private -

Cont. p. 103 Virginia Kay
Russell
Private -
Amy Kay
Plunkett
Private -
Cynthia Kay
Harvey
Private -
Katy Anne
Plunkett
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Evelyn Frances
Kehrer
1915 - 2002
Clifford Doyle
Harvey
Private -
Eddie Alice
Plunkett, Jr.
1956 - 1989
Jory Drew
Plunkett
Private -
LoriAnne
Harvey
Private -
Otis
Russell
1914 - 1978
Clifton M.
MacDowell
Private -
Michael T.
MacDowell
Private -
130
Russell V.
Richards
Private -
Judith Ann
Russell
Private -
Amy
Womack
Private -
Robert Vincent
Richards
Private -
Robert Nichols
Richards
Private -

Cont. p. 103 Michael W.
Kloesel
Private -
Kristy Lynn
Kloesel
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Linda Sue
Carter
Private -
Byron Tellas
Carter, Jr.
1922 - 1980
James Brent
Schiurring
Private -
James Slade
Schiurring
Private -
Helen Frances
Lange
Private -
131
Karl Kenneth
Kinchloe, Jr.
Private -
Bobby Joe
Kinchloe
Private -
Shiryl Lyn
Carter
Private -
Amanda Jean
Klaiber
Private -
Gerry J.
Klaiber
Private -
Jeffrey L.
Burchfield
Private -
David Jarrett
Klaiber
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Bruce Allen
Spindler
Private -
Cont. p. 103 Avery Alyne
Spindler
Private -
132
Juel Lee
Dawson
Private -
Victoria Anne
Spindler
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Pauline Adair
Huebner
1930 - 2006
Cont. p. 107 Robert Jeffrey
Coppock
Private -
Nicholas H.
Coppock
Private -
Robert Melvyn
Coppock
1922 - 1985
Rhonda
Stone
Private -
133
Susanna
Coppock
Private -
Wayne A.
Yanko
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Kristi
Huebner
Private -
Cont. p. 107 Keith Gregory
Meyer
Private -
Neil Gregory
Meyer
Private -
Luke Gregory
Meyer
Private -
134
Jennie Jane
Romine
Private -
Bryan Huebner
Meyer
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Molly Louise
Huebner
Private -
Cont. p. 107 Bethany Jo
Dunn
Private -
135
Harold Keith
Dunn
Private -
Anna Grace
Dunn
Private -
John Kenneth
Dunn
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Alfred Charles
Richers
1890 - 1970
Cont. p. 108 Charles G.
Richers
Private -
Frances Opal
Taylor
1913 - 1982
Angela Sue
Richers
Private -
Carmen Sue
Ashworth
Private -
136
Victor Eugene
Richers
1939 - 2003

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
John Wesley
Richers
Private -
Cont. p. 108 Donna Kay
Richers
Private -
137
Ebbie Elaine
Flint
Private -
Cleveland H.
Morris
Private -

Cont. p. 108 Jonathan W.
Haverlah
Private -
Lilly Elise
Haverlah
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Regina Frances
Richers
1935 - 1969
Stewart Len
Beck
Private -
Lennis Harold
Beck
Private -
Bennie Louis
Haverlah, Sr.
1935 - 1987
Alfred Charles
Haverlah
Private -
138
Amanda Rae
Haverlah
Private -
Stacy Renee
Hill
Private -
Anna Ruth
Haverlah
Private -
Robert Wayne
Ogletree
Private -
Robert Blane
Ogletree
Private -

Francis Johann
Richers
Private -
Cont. p. 111 Marjorie Mae
Spickler
1921 - 2002
Claudine
Jordan
Private -
Rhonda Gayle
Richers
Private -
Charlotte Elise
Richers
Private -
Francis Henry
Richers
Private -
Frank Eugene
Sterling
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Louis William
Richers, Sr.
1883 - 1975
Sara V.
Salinas
Private -
Julia W.
Letzerich
1891 - 1987
Sybella P.
Richers
Private -
Cont. p. 162 Sybella M.
Green
Private -
Cont. p. 165 Cont. p. 166 Karen Meleta
Penland
Private -
Cody James
Conroy
Private -
139
Marvin D.
Green, Sr.
Private -
Aaron Brown
Penland, Jr.
Private -
James Patrick
Conroy, Jr.
Private -
Cassidy Eryn
Conroy
Private -
Julia Marie
Richers
Private -
Cont. p. 163 Diane Elise
O'Roark
Private -
Cont. p. 167 Alice Marie
Yates
Private -
Gordon LeRoy
O'Roark
1913 - 1996
Everett R.
Yates, Jr.
Private -
Cont. p. 168
Cont. p. 164
Cont. p. 161

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Louis William
Richers, Jr.
1914 - 1989
Essie Dell
Meyer
1920 - 1994
Cont. p. 111 Robert Allen
Richers
Private -
Caleb Meyer
Richers
Private -
140
Martha K.
Bell
Private -
Casseday Paul
Richers
Private -

Cont. p. 111 Stanley Frank
Cernosek, Jr.
Private -
Stanley Frank
Cernosek III
Private -
Jennifer C.
Cernosek
Private -
Rose Mary
Gutierrez
Private -
Jamie
West
Private -
Keith Steven
Jacobs
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Elviera Rose
Richers
Private -
Jerry Lee
Jacobs
1941 - 1988
Justin Cecil
Jacobs
1970 - 1988
Stanley Frank
Cernosek, Sr.
1905 - 1994
Ryan Justin
Jacobs
Private -
Carolyn Claire
Cernosek
Private -
Linda Lee
Payne
Private -
141
Homer Mel
Holland
Private -
Coby Patrick
Higgins
Private -
Brian Anthony
Higgins
Private -
Juliana
Cernosek
Private -
Anne Elizabeth
Lytle
Private -
Zoey Justina
Higgins
Private -
Kenneth Dale
Higgins
Private -
Bradley Aaron
Higgins
Private -
Cont. p. 169
Jeffrey Daniel
Higgins
Private -

Cont. p. 111 Andrew A.
Gaudet
Private -
Brian C.
Gaudet
Private -
Linda Marie
Vaccaro
Private -
Lisa Christine
Gaudet
Private -
Suzie Gaudet
Thigpen
Private -
Phillip Francis
Gaudet
Private -
Tamera Ruth
Gaudet
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Kenneth D.
Thigpen
Private -
Krista Victoria
Thigpen
Private -
Genevieve J.
Richers
Private -
Christine Irene
Jaeger
Private -
Edward Wright
Gaudet, Sr.
1914 - 1989
Teresa Anita
Gaudet
Private -
Cont. p. 174 Cont. p. 175
142
Edward Wright
Gaudet, Jr.
Private -
Cont. p. 171 Garrett Wright
Gaudet
Private -
Rosilyn C.
Kiesz
Private -
Debora Anne
Gaudet
Private -
Cont. p. 172 Jacob Creth
Dale
Private -
Harry Lee
Dale
Private -
Cont. p. 173
Cont. p. 170

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Louis William
Richers III
Private -
Cont. p. 111 Karen Louise
Richers
Private -
Branden James
Martin
Private -
Beverly Ann
Grimes
Private -
Robert James
Martin, Jr.
Private -
143
Randal Louis
Richers
Private -
Abigail Ann
Richers
Private -
April
Bach
Private -

Cont. p. 111 Lance Thomas
Richard
Private -
Peter Thomas
Richard
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Therese Marie
Cernosek
Private -
Debra Anne
Golden
Private -
Anne Marie
Richard
Private -
George Noie
Richard
Private -
Nickolas J.
Richard
Private -
144
Kent James
Richard
Private -
Noah L.
Richard
Private -
Lisa Carol
Settle
Private -
Samuel K.
Richard
Private -
Jonah A.
Richard
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
William Glenn
Huebner
Private -
Cont. p. 116 Nanette Lee
Huebner
Private -
Daniel L.
Bond
Private -
Justin Glenn
Bond
Private -
Jutta Ingrid
Bartsch
Private -
David L.
Bond
Private -
Mason David
Bond
Private -
145
Roger Glenn
Huebner
Private -
Kristen Lee
Bond
Private -
Ju Ching
Jiang
Private -

Shannon Leigh
Huebner
Private -
Dakota John
Huebner
Private -
Cont. p. 116 Pamela Kay
Kutach
Private -
Cheyenne B.
Sappington
Private -
Brandon John
Sappington
Private -
Barry Blaine
Huebner
Private -
Branson W.
Sappington
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Brandon B.
Huebner
Private -
David N.
Huebner
Private -
Shirley Ann
Turley
Private -
Ruth LaVern
Brandt
Private -
Sharon Delaine
Huebner
Private -
Ryan Taylor
Barnard
Private -
146
Brandt Alan
Barnard
Private -
Patrick James
Barnard
Private -
David Lee
Barnard
Private -
Lynly Renay
Huebner
Private -
Marcus David
Camp
Private -
Jennings C.
Camp
Private -
Jenalyn M.
Camp
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Rae Allison
Huebner
Private -
147
Campbell M.
Tally II
Private -
Cont. p. 116 Savannah Glyn
Tally
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Arolee
Albrecht
1926 - 2004
Cont. p. 117 John Patrick
Hoy
Private -
148
James Doris
Hoy, Jr.
1922 - 1997
Pamela Lynn
Roofe
1953 - 2001

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Lynn Howard
Grasshoff
Private -
Cont. p. 117 Eric Paul
Grasshoff
Private -
Jennifer L.
Grasshoff
Private -
Layne Amelia
Lorenzo
Private -
Sara A.
Holt
Private -
Paul J.
Grasshoff
Private -
149
Barbara Ellen
Grasshoff
Private -
David L.
Grasshoff
1952 - 1972

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Lynn Howard
Hill
Private -
Cont. p. 117 Cara Lynn
Hill
Private -
Justin Bradley
Estrada
Private -
Jan Ann
Veigel
Private -
150
Efrain
Estrada
Private -
Jordan Cole
Estrada
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Marcus Taylor
Huebner
1920 - 1972
Wynelle Ada
Schlick
Private -
Cont. p. 120 Wynelle S.
Huebner
Private -
Jack Dietrich
Sagehorn
Private -
151
Jerry Lee
Sagehorn
Private -
Walter Ross
Sagehorn
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Taylor Meyer
Huebner
Private -
Cont. p. 120 Michael Taylor
Huebner
Private -
Miles Taylor
Huebner
Private -
Jeanette Eiline
Raffetto
Private -
Shannon
Huebner
Private -
152
Sarah C.
Huebner
Private -
Paul
Robinette
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Mary Louise
Huebner
1923 - 1975
Wilford E.
Frazier
1917 - 1996
Cont. p. 122 Hollis Carter
Frazier
Private -
Holli Renee
Frazier
Private -
153
Bonnie Lee
Kucera
Private -
Melinda R.
Frazier
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Cont. p. 122
William D.
Huebner
Private -
Sarah Marie
Huebner
Private -
154
Glenda Sue
Ehlert
Private -
Karen S.
Bolden
Private -
Stephanie R.
Huebner
Private -

Cont. p. 122 Russell Brian
Huebner
Private -
Matthew J.
Huebner
Private -
Theresa Ann
Ewton
Private -
Kelly Nicole
Huebner
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Dudley J.
Huebner
Private -
Audrey Lynn
Huebner
Private -
Amy Michelle
Mitchell
Private -
Euphemia G.
Orr
1936 - 1997
James David
Mitchell, Sr.
Private -
155
James David
Mitchell, Jr.
Private -
Brittany Jade
Cox
Private -
Karen Kay
Huebner
Private -
Ronald Patrick
Cox
Private -
Heather Elaine
Cox
Private -
Tyler Marie
Cox
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Karyle Louise
Frazier
Private -
Cont. p. 122 Ivy Elizabeth
Chalfant
Private -
156
Ralph Boyd
Chalfant
Private -
Stephen C.
Pickens
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Marcus E.
Frazier
Private -
Cont. p. 122 Marcus D.
Frazier
Private -
157
Diedre Denise
Davis
Private -
Misty M.
McGlothern
Private -

Cont. p. 126 William T.
Simpson
Private -
Tyler Marcus
Simpson
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Lillian Mae
Hauck
1912 - 1974
Mary K.
Schmidt
Private -
Taylor E.
Simpson
Private -
Robert E.
Simpson
1914 - 1992
Melanie Kay
Simpson
Private -
158
Carey Rhea
Allen
Private -
Lyndsay N.
Simpson
Private -
Douglas J.
Simpson
Private -
Kathy
Zwygart
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Janet Lynne
Jackson
Private -
159
Gary Lee
McKnight
Private -
Cont. p. 126 Maclaine Elise
McKnight
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Jo Denise
Jackson
Private -
Cont. p. 126 Drew Douglas
Simons
Private -
160
Paul Douglas
Simons
Private -
Jarrod Jackson
Simons
Private -
Bryce Thomas
Simons
Private -

Scott Edward
Lawhon
Private -
Cont. p. 139 Joseph Beverly
Lawhon
1923 - 1945
[4] Patricia M.
Entzminger
Private -
Alex Elise
Lawhon
Private -
Jennifer S.
Cook
Private -
Joseph Beverly
Lawhon II
Private -
Lilly Elise
Richers
Private -
Phyllis Jean
Ramsey
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Louis William
Richers, Sr.
1883 - 1975
Cont. p. 178 Christopher R.
Carr
Private -
Linda Diane
Pastusek
Private -
Kelsey B.
Carr
Private -
Julia W.
Letzerich
1891 - 1987
Lee Kirk
Carr II
Private -
Melissa Rene
Lovell
Private -
161
Lee Kirk
Carr
1922 - 1984
Julie Karee
Ludwig
Private -
Michael Ray
Carr
Private -
Edward John
Brueggen
1921 - 1969
Laura Watkins
Carr
Private -
Antonia A.
Richers
Private -
Shirley Eleene
Watkins
Private -
Hunter Sidney
Carr
Private -
Elmer L.
Rogers
1913 - 1990
Cont. p. 177
Cont. p. 176

Cont. p. 139 Janette Eileene
Richers
Private -
John Arthur
Zackary
Private -
Cal
Zackary
Private -
Joey Lynn
Pratt
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Francis Henry
Richers
Private -
Claude Arthur
Zackary
Private -
Stephen M.
Zackary
Private -
Katherine M.
Zackary
Private -
Marjorie Mae
Spickler
1921 - 2002
Bonnie Larue
French
Private -
Jennifer Elaine
Pledger
Private -
162
Robert E.
Zackary
Private -
Stephen Bartz
Richers
Private -
Jo Ann
Williamson
Private -
Karen K.
Self
Private -

Cont. p. 139 Marvin D.
Green, Jr.
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Sybella P.
Richers
Private -
Aurora C.
Gonzales
Private -
Marvin D.
Green, Sr.
Private -
Julie LaVern
Melvin
Private -
Paige Colleen
Green
Private -
163
Peter Alan
Green
Private -
Catharine D.
Fojtik
Private -

Cont. p. 139 Esther Alice
Mendez
Private -
Angela Cherie
O'Roark
Private -
Benjamin A.
O'Roark
Private -
Stephen Barry
O'Roark
Private -
Kimberly A.
Murray
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Julia Marie
Richers
Private -
Charlene Sue
Cummings
Private -
Charles Harold
O'Roark
Private -
Gordon LeRoy
O'Roark
1913 - 1996
164
Gerald C.
O'Roark
1948 - 1948
Theresa
Roffino
Private -
Stephen Nolan
O'Roark
Private -
Robin L.
O'Roark
Private -
Sheree Ann
Shotts
Private -
Nicole A.
O'Roark
Private -
Cont. p. 179

Cont. p. 139 Nanette Elise
Richers
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Chance Everett
Lowrie
Private -
Francis Johann
Richers
Private -
Clarence E.
Lowrie III
Private -
Colby Evan
Lowrie
Private -
Claudine
Jordan
Private -
165
Theron B.
Richers
Private -
Jason Harold
Richers
Private -
Joshua Paul
Richers
Private -
Robbie Lynn
Smith
Private -
Jace Nolan
Richers
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Charlotte Elise
Richers
Private -
Cont. p. 139 Christopher R.
Sterling
Private -
Knox Tabor
Sterling
Private -
Frank Eugene
Sterling
Private -
Debra Marie
Tabor
Private -
166
Heather Elise
Sterling
Private -
Madeline Elise
Turner
Private -
Steven James
Turner
Private -
Lillie Jane
Turner
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Sybella M.
Green
Private -
Cont. p. 139 Aaron Andrew
Penland
Private -
167
Aaron Brown
Penland, Jr.
Private -
Aimee Nicole
Penland
Private -

Cont. p. 139 Judy Dawn
Yates
Private -
James Rogers
Perlitz III
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Diane Elise
O'Roark
Private -
Yates Griffin
Perlitz
Private -
Everett R.
Yates, Jr.
Private -
James Rogers
Perlitz, Jr.
Private -
168
Brian R.
Yates
Private -
Zachary Stuart
Perlitz
Private -
Trisha
Lascalzo
Private -
Donna C.
Yates
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Elviera Rose
Richers
Private -
Stanley Frank
Cernosek, Sr.
1905 - 1994
Cont. p. 141 Colette Louise
Cernosek
Private -
169
Kyle Jarrett
Pieper
Private -
Robert Joseph
Pieper
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Genevieve J.
Richers
Private -
Edward Wright
Gaudet, Sr.
1914 - 1989
Cont. p. 142 David Louis
Gaudet
Private -
Elizabeth M.
Gaudet
Private -
170
Patricia Ann
Retzer
Private -
Michael A.
Gaudet
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Phillip Francis
Gaudet
Private -
171
Christine Irene
Jaeger
Private -
Cont. p. 142 Todd Phillip
Gaudet
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Edward Wright
Gaudet, Jr.
Private -
Cont. p. 142 Christopher J.
Gaudet
1973 - 1988
172
Rosilyn C.
Kiesz
Private -
Kevin Wayne
Gaudet
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Debora Anne
Gaudet
Private -
Cont. p. 142 Genevieve M.
Dale
Private -
173
Harry Lee
Dale
Private -
Harry Louis
Dale
Private -
Caroline C.
Dale
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Tamera Ruth
Gaudet
Private -
Cont. p. 142 Rachel L.
Thigpen
Private -
174
Kenneth D.
Thigpen
Private -
Ashley Vierra
Thigpen
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Teresa Anita
Gaudet
Private -
Cont. p. 142 Petus Daniel
Deerman
Private -
175
Genevieve
Gaudet
Private -

Cont. p. 161 Emil Eugene
Richers
1928 - 1995
Kelly M.
Richers
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Jessica D.
Richers
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Elise Patricia
Holtwick
Private -
Sherwood A.
Richers, Jr.
Private -
Sherwood A.
Richers III
Private -
Dorraine A.
Koegler
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Jonathan
Richers
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Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Louis William
Richers, Sr.
1883 - 1975
Steven Darnell
Richers
Private -
Julia W.
Letzerich
1891 - 1987
Sherwood A.
Richers
Private -
Clarence A.
Rowland
Private -
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Judith Louise
Bonelli
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Cynthia Louise
Richers
Private -
David James
Rowland
Private -
Mark S
Rowland
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Natacha Julia
Rowland
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Stephanie Jo
Richers
Private -
Emily Claire
Friend
Private -
John
Friend
Private -
Cont. p. 180
Joseph D
Richers
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Lilly Elise
Richers
Private -
Lee Kirk
Carr
1922 - 1984
Cont. p. 161 Sidney Louis
Carr
1958 - 1987
Philip Louis
Carr
Private -
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Gloria Jean
Platt
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Ashley Anne
Carr
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Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Joseph Beverly
Lawhon II
Private -
Cont. p. 161 Lisa
Schumacher
Private -
[4] Patricia M.
Entzminger
Private -
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Joseph M.
Lawhon
Private -
Allison Lyn
Kelly
Private -
Sydney E.
Lawhon
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Cont. p. 164 David Arnold
Hunnicutt
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Celeste Elaine
O'Roark
Private -
Robert Eugene
Bird
Private -
Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Julia Marie
Richers
Private -
Ethan Linden
O'Roark
Private -
Gordon LeRoy
O'Roark
1913 - 1996
Wendy Sue
Runte
Private -
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Laurie Anne
O'Roark
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Steven Leroy
Hazzard
Private -
Darla Kay
White
Private -
Andrew T.
O'Roark
Private -
Shannon A.
O'Roark
Private -
Nancy Alice
Nichols
Private -
Cont. p. 181

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Stephanie Jo
Richers
Private -
Cont. p. 176 Olivia Louise
Friend
Private -
180
John
Friend
Private -
Alex John
Friend
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Shannon A.
O'Roark
Private -
Cont. p. 179 Jordan Sinclair
Schwob
Private -
181
Nancy Alice
Nichols
Private -
Taylor Edward
O'Roark
Private -

Descendants of Johanne Pauline Willrich
Generation No. 1
1. Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich (Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 17 Oct 1829 in Uelzen, Germany, and died 29 Jul 1860 in Bluff,
Fayette, TX. She married Johann Andreas Huebner 1,2 29 Aug 1848 in Fayette County, Texas. He was born 28
Nov 1814 in Rottinzen, Bavaria, and died 22 Oct 1894 in Bluff, Fayette, TX 3 .
More About Johanne Pauline Willrich:
Burial: Abt. 31 Jul 1860, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
Notes for Johann Andreas Huebner:
Cattle brands registered at the Fayette County Courthouse:
Page 301, # 744
John A. Hubner
Mark under half crop in the right ear and over half crop in the left ear.
Note this mark is recorded in the place of the one on page 57 Book B
Recorded June 4th A.D. 1859
ZMP French Clk C C
MR. J. A. HUEBNER
The Journal regrets to learn that Mr. J.A. Huebner, an old and highly respected citizen of this county, died
Monday, Oct. 22, 1894, at the residence of his son-in-law, Mr. Emil Richers, of Bluff neighborhood. He was born
Nov. 28, 1814. His remains, we understand, were interred yesterday at the Lewis Cemetery near Cedar. The
Journal extends to the surviving relatives its sincere sympathy in their bereavement. [La Grange Journal,
Thursday, October 25, 1894]
Johann Andreas Hubner
Memorandum
August 26, 1894
Birthday of Louise. Full house in the evening. Organization of Mutual Assistants Association of Fayette County.
Paid my initiation fee of $1.50. F. Streithoff, President, __ Lange ______.
The extract of J. A. Huebner biography. See original in paper, October and November 1894:
Johann Andreas Huebner, born November 14, 1814 in Reutlingen, Bavaria, Germany. Left Germany for
Baltimore; landed 1832. Received from his older brother Andreas a small part of his inheritance, 13 years old.
Death of older brother 1834. In New Orleans 1835 - 36. Spent winter in Indianola. Fannin taken prisoner March
20, 1836. Fannin and _____ shot Sunday, March 27, 1836. Battle of San Jacinto April 21, 1836. Antonio Lopez
taken prisoner. On next day back in New Orleans. May 1836 until 1840 in New Orleans. Fischer’s acquaintance.
Returned to Texas 1840. Went back to New Orleans in 1842, then to La Grange. Bought the land of Evans, Tells,
Richters, Steimanns, and Otto Rashere in 1844, sold 200 acres and bought 200 acres from William Brookfield in
Berrys league and several hundred acres cedar wood. Married in 1848. His wife died in July 1860. Came here on
July 27, 1894. Went with George to Andrew 14th or 15th of August 1894. Went back on horseback on October
10, 1894. Got sick on October 13, 1894. Died October 22, 1894 at 5:15 p.m. Buried October 24, 1894. Burial
ceremony of Pastor Wimberly.
More About Johann Andreas Huebner:
Burial: 24 Oct 1894, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas 3
Children of Johanne Willrich and Johann Huebner are:
+ 2 i. Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, born 16 Nov 1849 in Bluff, Fayette, TX; died 18 Apr 1951 in
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Matagorda Co, TX.
+ 3 ii. George Huebner, born 16 Oct 1851 in Bluff, Fayette, TX; died 03 May 1936 in Bluff, Fayette, TX.
+ 4 iii. Andrew E. Huebner, born 29 Sep 1853 in Bluff, Fayette, TX; died 10 Jun 1948 in Bay City, Matagorda,
TX.
5 iv. Louis Huebner 4,5,6 , born 18 Nov 1855 in Bluff, Fayette, TX; died 14 Jun 1944 in Matagorda Co., Tx 7,8,9 .
Notes for Louis Huebner:
Messrs. Andrew and Louis Huebner have been at the Beach for several days, to look after their repair
work on their large land holdings. [The Daily Tribune, Friday, October 23, 1925]
Louis Huebner, Pioneer Cattleman Dies At Ranch Home Early Today
Resident of County For 60 Years, Was 88 Years of Age
Louis Huebner, 88, pioneer of this section of the state and resident here at his ranch just south of Bay
City for 60 years, died at his home on the Huebner Ranch this morning at 1 a. m. With his brothers, Mr.
Louis Huebner settled in Matagorda county in 1884. They became large land owners and cattlemen. Mr.
Huebner did not confine his activities to ranching however as he became interested in rice farming as
well as other phases of agriculture. Up until a few months ago he actively engaged in his business. He
retired due to ill health about six months ago. He is survived by his sister, Mrs. Elise Richers and two
brothers, Andrew and Franz Huebner. Funeral Services, from the Presbyterian Church, with Reverend
Ernest Deutsch officiating, will be held Thursday at 4 in the afternoon. His remains will lie in state at the
Presbyterian Church from 3 to 4 Thursday afternoon. Taylor Bros. are in charge of arrangements. [The
Daily Tribune, Bay City, Texas, Wednesday, June 14, 1944]
Former Citizen Dies At Bay City
News came Wednesday morning to the Journal that Louis Huebner, last of the three Huebners of near La
Grange and of the original Huebner family, had died at his home in Bay City, Tuesday. He was,
according to our informant, about 80 years of age, and had removed from Fayette county 40 years ago.
Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 4:00 o'clock. [The La Grange Journal, June 15,
1944]
6 v. Carl Huebner, born 01 Jan 1857 in Bluff, Fayette, TX; died 01 Jan 1857 in Bluff, Fayette, TX.
More About Carl Huebner:
Burial: Abt. 03 Jan 1857, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
+ 7 vi. Franz Huebner, born 08 May 1859 in Bluff, Fayette, TX; died 12 Dec 1950 in Matagorda Co, TX.
Generation No. 2
2. Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner (Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 ,
Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 10,11,12,13 was born 16 Nov 1849 in
Bluff, Fayette, TX 14 , and died 18 Apr 1951 in Matagorda Co, TX 15 . She married Emil Richers 16,17,18 08 Aug
1867 in Fayette County, Texas, son of Johann Richers and Auguste Denker. He was born 03 Aug 1833 in Goslar,
Hannover, Germany, and died 10 Nov 1915 in Fayette Co., TX 19 .
Notes for Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina Huebner:
Mrs. Elise Richers and daughter, Miss Regina, entertained during the summer months many house guests amongst
whom were Mr. and Mrs. Delbert Tuley and little son, Delbert Jr., Mr. and Mrs. R. Lee Drago, Mrs. Geo. Kehrer
and son, Lee, Misses Louise and Beatrice Otto, all of Houston; Mr. Louis Huebner and sisters, Misses Helen and
Gussie, Mrs. F. W. Hunger and little daughter Regina Victoria, Mrs. Gus Albrecht and children, all of La Grange;
Misses Ora Lee and Catherine Brown of Smithville and Mr. Frost McMillian of Ballinger. At the close of the
season and all guests having returned home except Mrs. Geo. Kehrer, who remained as a companion for her aged
mother, so her sister Miss Regina Richers could forget all cares and home duties to enjoy all things worth while
amongst relatives and friends in our great City of the South, Houston, returning in due time to attend the Huebner-
Poole wedding. [The Daily Tribune, Friday, October 23, 1925]
Mrs. Richers Has 100th Anniversary
Mrs. Elise Richers Wednesday (today) observed her 100th birthday anniversary at her spacious home near Bay
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City. A native of Hostyn, Mrs. Richers spent most of her life in Fayette County. The house in which she was
born still stands. Mrs. Richers has made her home on her 800-acre ranch near Bay City since 1915, after the
death of her husband. Most of her eight children live within 100 miles of Bay City, and near her also lives a
brother, Frank Huebner. One of her daughters is Mrs. F. W. (Frances) Hunger of La Grange. She also has 28
grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday,
November 17, 1949]
Funeral Services Held Here For Mrs. Richers, 101
Funeral services were held here Friday morning for Matagorda County’s oldest citizen, Mrs. Lilly Elise Richers,
who died last Wednesday at the age of 101 years. Mrs. Richers was a sister of Andrew, Franz, and Louie
Huebner, all of whom lived to ripe old ages. Louie lived to be 89, Andrew to 94, and Franz to 91. Mrs. Richers
was a native of LaGrange, moving here in 1915. She would have been 102 on November 16, 1951. She was
loved and respected by all. Surviving are four daughters, Mrs. Pauline Kehrer, Mrs. Emma Kehrer, and Mrs.
Louise Otto, all of Bay City, and Mrs. Frances Hunger of LaGrange; four sons, Louis, Alfred, and Victor, all of
Bay City, and Gus of Flatonia; 28 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren.
Burial was in LaGrange. [Matagorda County Newspaper, Bay City, Texas, April 26, 1951]
More About Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina Huebner:
Burial: Abt. 20 Apr 1951, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX
Notes for Emil Richers:
Emil Richers, Sr. Dead
The news was brought in yesterday morning from the old family home south of town, that Emil Richers, Sr., for
many years a citizen of La Grange and vicinity had died early Wednesday morning. Mr. Richers had reached a
ripe, old age, being past eighty years old. He leaves a wife, four daughters and five sons. The funeral will be
held this Thursday afternoon, services at his home, with interment at the Cedar cemetery. [La Grange Journal,
Thursday, November 11, 1915]
Emil Richers, Sr.
While ailing for several years the death of Emil Richers, Sr. which occurred at the family home south of town,
November 10, came as a shock, none expecting so sudden an end. He had about decided to remove to Bay City,
when his condition grew steadily worse and his end came hurriedly. Emil Richers was born in Germany, and in
1846 came to America. At all times he was identified with the progress of La Grange, was its mayor in the
sixties, and for many years a merchant. He was united in marriage with Miss Elise Huebner and to them were
born twelve children, two of whom died in infancy. The ten children living are: Mesd. Geo. Kehrer, and F. A.
Otto, Houston; Mrs. R. A. Kehrer, Bay City, and Misses Regina and Francis Richers; the five sons are John,
Victor, Louis who is married and Gust. and Alfred, all grown. Four sisters, Mrs. P. Nordhausen, Miss Hermina
Richers and Mrs. H. A. Eck of Bluff and Mrs. C. Hubrich of Berlin, Germany, and one brother, Robert Richers of
Bluff, beside his widow, also survive. In his passing away, the county has lost one of its early and energetic
settlers. The remains were placed to their last rest at the Cedar cemetery last Thursday, a large following
witnessing the sad rites. May he rest in peace. To his widow, his children and other relatives, we offer our
sympathy. A Friend.
Card Of Thanks.
We desire in this manner to express our thanks to all who were so kind to us when death claimed our husband and
father last week. To Dr. R. H. Knolle for his untiring efforts and to Rev. R. Heise for his words of condolence so
beautifully expressed and to the friends who brought the floral offerings we desire to have you know we
appreciate all you have done. In this our sorrowing hour, you have come to us, and we say again, "thank you."
Mrs. E. Richers and Children.
[La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 18, 1915]
More About Emil Richers:
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Burial: 11 Nov 1915, Fayette Co., TX 19
Children of Elise Huebner and Emil Richers are:
+ 8 i. Pauline 10 Richers, born 20 Jun 1869 in Toledo, Lucas Co., OH; died 07 Jul 1968 in Harris Co., TX.
9 ii. Adele Richers, born 1871; died 1873 in Fayette County, Texas.
More About Adele Richers:
Burial: 1873, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX
+ 10 iii. Emma E. Richers, born 27 Sep 1872 in Toledo, Lucas Co., OH; died 19 Aug 1964 in Bay City,
Matagorda, TX.
11 iv. John A. Richers 20,21 , born 1873; died 22 Oct 1933 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX 22,23 .
Notes for John A. Richers:
John Richers Dies at Bay City Sunday Night
John Richers, aged 59 years, 11 months and 22 days, eldest son of the late Emil Richers of near La
Grange, and a brother to Mrs. F. W. Hunger of La Grange, died at Bay City, in the hospital, Sunday
night, after an illness of several weeks. News of his death reached here early Monday. The body was
brought from Bay City the following day, Tuesday, and in motor vehicle was carried to the Cedar
cemetery – and there interred, Tuesday afternoon at 3:00 o’clock. Local citizens will remember the
deceased who spent his younger years in this neighborhood. He is survived by his mother, Mrs. E.
Richers of Bay City, four brothers and five sisters, these are: Louis and Victor of Bay City, Gus. of
Smithville and Alfred of West Point; Mrs. Geo. Kehrer and Mrs. F. A. Otto of Houston, Mrs. Rich.
Kehrer and Miss Regina Richers of Bay City, and Mrs. F. W. Hunger of this city. [La Grange Journal,
Thursday, October 26, 1933]
More About John A. Richers:
Burial: 24 Oct 1933, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette, TX 23
+ 12 v. Louise Dorothy Richers, born 26 Aug 1876 in Toledo, Lucas Co., OH; died 04 Jan 1967 in Bay City,
Matagorda, TX.
13 vi. Victor Richers 24,25,26 , born Aug 1879 in Ohio 27 ; died 17 Feb 1965 in Lavaca Co, TX 28,29 .
Notes for Victor Richers:
Victor Richers, 86, Buried Here Thursday
Graveside services for Victor Richers, 86, of Bay City, were held at the Old City cemetery here at 3
o’clock Thursday afternoon. Prior services were held at 11 a.m. at Bay City where he had resided for 50
years. Mr. Richers, a native of the Bluff community and brother of Mrs. F. W. Hunger of Austin but
formerly of La Grange, passed away in the Wagner hospital in Shiner Wednesday. He was not married.
Surviving are two other sisters, Mrs. Pauline Kabrel and Mrs. Louis Otto of Bay City; and three brothers,
Louis and Fred Richers of Bay City and Gus Richers of Smithsville. Koenig Funeral Home was in
charge of the local arrangements. [Fayette County Record, Friday, February 19, 1965]
More About Victor Richers:
Burial: 18 Feb 1965, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX 29
14 vii. Regina Richers 30,31,32 , born Mar 1881 in Ohio 33 ; died 16 Aug 1949 in Matagorda Co., Tx 34 .
More About Regina Richers:
Burial: 17 Aug 1949, Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, Matagorda Co., TX
+ 15 viii. Louis William Richers, Sr., born 11 Mar 1883 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX; died 27 Jan 1975 in Bay City,
Matagorda, TX.
16 ix. Augustus Richers 35,36,37 , born 31 Dec 1887 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX 38,39,40 ; died 06 Oct 1968 in
Smithville, Bastrop, TX 41,42 . He married Alma D. Hillman 43 ; born 13 Mar 1893 in Texas 44 ; died 01 Feb
1991 in Bastrop Co., TX 45,46 .
Notes for Augustus Richers:
Gus Richers Rites Held Monday at 2
Funeral services for Gus Richers, a La Grange native were held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Marrs-Dean
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Funeral Home chapel in Smithville, and interment was in the Flatonia City Cemetery. Mr. Richers, who
would have been 81 on the last day of the year, passed away Sunday morning at the Smithville Hospital.
He was born at La Grange on Dec. 31, 1887, in a family of 13 children, and was united in marriage with
Miss Alma Hillmann. A retired oil scout, Mr. Richers and his wife had lived at Bay City, Flatonia,
Schulenburg, Houston, and New Braunfels. Surviving are his wife; one sister, Mrs. F. W. Hunger of La
Grange; and two brothers, Louis Richers and Alfred Richers, both of Bay City. [Fayette County Record,
Tuesday, October 8, 1968]
More About Augustus Richers:
Burial: 07 Oct 1968, City Cemetery, Flatonia, Fayette, TX 47
+ 17 x. Alfred Charles Richers, born 18 May 1890 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX; died 19 Nov 1970 in Bay City,
Matagorda, TX.
+ 18 xi. Willahemina Francisca Richers, born 18 May 1892 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX; died 13 Nov 1987 in
Austin, Travis, TX.
3. George 9 Huebner (Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 48,49,50,51,52 was born 16 Oct 1851 in Bluff, Fayette, TX 53 , and
died 03 May 1936 in Bluff, Fayette, TX 54,55 . He married Lisette Warnken 56,57,58,59,60,61 03 Feb 1874 in Fayette
County, Texas by C. Luck, Justice of the Peace, daughter of John Warnken and Helena Zimmermann. She was
born 08 Apr 1853 in La Grange, Fayette, TX 62 , and died 04 Apr 1924 in La Grange, Fayette, TX 63,64 .
Notes for George Huebner:
To The Public
On August 17th 1889, Mr. George Mauer turned over to me ten dollars, from sale of old bridge lumber, and took
my receipt for same. I failed to give the county the proper credit, and Mr. Mauer is being held responsible for the
omission. The error was wholly my own, and Mr. M. is in no manner responsible for same.
R. T. Bradshaw, T.F.C.
Referring to the above THE JOURNAL would state that Mr. George Huebner who took up the lumber referred to
and replaced it with new, informed THE JOURNAL some time ago that there was between ten thousand and
twelve thousand feet of said lumber, and that Mr. Mauer asked him in the presence of Henry Nollkamper, who
afterwards purchased it, how much he considered it worth; that he told him he considered it worth at least fifty
dollars; that they separated and shortly thereafter the lumber disappeared from where he had piled it, and he
afterward learned that Nollkamper bought it for $10; that he had left under the impression that the lumber would
be advertised and sold at public auction to the highest bidder.
If there was as much lumber as Mr. Huebner says there was, THE JOURNAL thinks it was worth more than $10
for kindling wood. [La Grange Journal, October 30, 1890]
"Fayette County, Her History and Her People"
By F. Lotto
Pages 260-261
Published Schulenberg, Texas
September 1902
Geo. Huebner
This country has furnished numerous instances where men with only limited education, but with practical sense
have risen to the brightest walks of life. Not schooling, but practical common sense is the key to success. Geo.
Huebner is and eminently practical man. During his early years as a teamster he had the chance to become
acquainted with the ways of life. His shrewd observation developed in him a sound judgement. On the road,
from his fellowmen and from nature, but not from books, he gathered his information. His knowledge comes
from the first source. And he not only has a fund of practical knowledge, but also knows how to express his
views with energy and clearness. He is an interesting talker. The writer has heard with deep interest his views on
road building and road improvement and he must confess that he never has heard sounder views on this subject
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than those expressed by Geo. Huebner. But not only on this, he has sound views on almost any question. From
1898 to 1900 he served one term as county commissioner. When he retired from this office, declining to stand reelection,
it was the general verdict of the people that they never had had a better commissioner. The writer agrees
fully to their verdict and is of the opinion that a better man, a man with sounder judgement and greater common
sense can not be found for that office. Geo. Huebner was born at the Bluff settlement August 16, 1851. His
parents were John A. and Pauline (Willrich) Huebner. They came to this country from Germany while quite
young. His father came from Bavaria, and first immigrated to Texas in 1836, but on account of Indian raids he
went back to New Orleans without settling in Texas. He returned in the early 40's and then settled in the Bluff
settlement where both parents remained till their death. Geo. Huebner worked with his father on the farm, went to
school and drove team. He acquired quite a reputation as one of the most skillful teamsters of the county, for it
required skill to handle six to eight teams of oxen. After the war, he married Miss Lisette Warnken, the daughter
of a prominent old settler at the Bluff. This union was blessed with six children: Louis, Helene, Annie, George,
Ellie, and Augusta. George Huebner is a prominent successful farmer of the county. From 1898 to 1900 he
served the county as commissioner which office he filled with great efficiency to the satisfaction of the people.
Of Historical Interest
By Leonie Rummel Weyand
Two Surviving Members of Fayette County Ox-Team Caravan to Mexico
Memories of the days when great cotton caravans meandered through miles of bandit-infested mesquite and
cactus to bring fantastic profits to their owners still live vividly in the minds of George Huebner and John
Speckels now living in La Grange. These two are the only living survivors of the Fayette county crew who so
deftly handled ox-teams with the chant, “Haw”, “He”, and “Gee.” The redoubtable two have lived to see this
mode of transportation superceded, first by railway, then by truck, and now by the unbelievably fast air express.
Not that they are impressed by these fast moving contraptions. Oh, no! They see in the slow moving ox-teams
which they so skillfully manipulated, disciplinary value to the young entirely absent in the breezy transportation
used by the younger generation. In fact, these stalwarts attribute much of the jazziness of the present generation
to the devilishly fast machines which enables the young folks to be “On again, off again, gone again, Flannigan.”
These hardened ox-team drivers further contend that the hazardous occupation of hauling cotton to Mexico during
their ‘teen years when boys of today haven’t yet finished high school, developed in them brawn and grain and
fortitude to see a disagreeable thing thru. These two boys, all in their eighties and as tough as pine knots, are
brilliant examples of the efficacy of their “take ‘em young and treat ‘em rough” theory. George Huebner, one of
the two who did teamstering duties during the sixties, has a remarkable memory and a ready flow of picturesque
words. He lives about twelve miles from La Grange on a rich black land farm, an inheritance from his pioneer
father. Near his home is the burial ground of the unfortunate Men of Mier, who were executed in Mexico and
those of the Dawson Massacre. Members of the Huebner family were present at the burial in September, 1848.
Until recently, Huebner’s physical vigor was a match for his alert mentality. A year ago, against the advice of his
children, he attempted to break a wild horse which promptly threw him. An injured leg now hampers his
movements but in no way diminishes his remarkable energy. Huebner has no patience with the mamby-pamby
“finickyness” of the present generation. “I wonder”, he says, “How they would have survived just one trip to the
Mexican border.” He made five. “The dust”, he continues, “was awful – like a dense cloud. We looked like
mounds of earth slowly moving along.” Huebner’s description of the dust menace is borne out by a story
appearing in the Houston Tri-Weekly Telegraph of April 29, 1863. “The drought extending from the mouth of
the Rio Grande to within thirty miles of the Nueces, has proved to be the most thorough vegetation destroyer of
any kind that has visited the country in years. The country begins to look as if seared with red hot irons. Surface
water sink holes give a feeble supply of water highly impregnated with offensive gases and saline properties.
Oxen by droves are falling by the wayside, never again to bear the yoke or put their shoulders to the cotton loaded
wheels. Rain we must soon have or the transportation jig will assuredly be up; the dust of the earth filling the
eyes, nose, mouth and hair – making one feel gritty often and dusty always – dust of which a man eats his peck
monthly and breathes daily – a terrible, inhuman, diabolical dust. A kingdom for a shower is the standing offer.”
And not a shower bath, girls. In his smooth flowing style, Huebner tells the following story of his cotton hauling
experiences: “Slave owners in Fayette county gave the Confederacy all the cotton they could spare. Those not
owning slaves were forced to suffer confiscation of one-half of their cotton crop. Hauling cotton was a branch of
military service that found favor among some Fayette county citizens; for, in spite of the long, hazardous journey,
it was safer than serving in the army. Before being permitted to haul cotton, the teamster had to procure a detail,
a contract with the government which pledged the teamster to haul at least five bales of cotton to Mexico, the
round trip not to take longer than three months. The contract provided that certain contingencies such as a broken
wheel, lost oxen and failure to secure food for the animals would be considered legitimate reasons for a tardy
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eturn. Some of ----------------- abandoned the ox-team, and proceeded on by steamer to New Orleans where they
joined the Union forces. These men later drew fat pensions. Christian Lomaun, and expert ox driver of the
sixties, whose partner left his ox team in Brownsville, performed the unusual feat of driving back both ox-teams
from the border. Since it was impossible to maintain a check on the drivers, killing time systematically was the
order of the day among some of them in order to increase the time between trips and to postpone compulsory
military service. The teamsters received for services rendered, twelve cents per pound of cotton transported – but
in Confederate money. Fayette county teamsters hauled to Mexico not only cotton raised in Fayette county, but
also cotton that was raised in East Texas and in Louisiana. Cotton raised in these two sections was not hauled
directly to Mexico, but was dumped at certain convenient concentration points, from which, it was relayed to its
destination. These points were Alleytown, Bernard, Columbus in Colorado county, and La Grange and Round
Top in Fayette county. There were two cotton agents in Fayette county, Judge J. C. Stiehle, stationed in La
Grange, and A. Meerscheidt, at Round Top. Cotton sent to Fayette county was hauled to one of the following
places for re-shipment to Mexico: Brownsville, Mier, Rancho Davis, Laredo or Eagle Pass. A cotton convoy
usually consisted of from three to fifteen wagons. From five to seven yoke of oxen were necessary to pull one
wagon. It was necessary for teamsters to take along sufficient food for the entire trip, for often food was not
available. Procuring enough food for men and oxen was often quite an undertaking. The difficulties of the
Confederate, state and county governments were by no means ended when the cotton had been hauled to the
border. Here the cotton was likely to seized by the Mexicans, the Federals, or even by the Confederates. On one
occasion a convoy of eighteen wagons from Fayetteville was captured by Mexican bandits. The Mexicans
stripped the teamsters of everything - - cotton, wagons and ox-teams. The men had to thumb a ride home or walk.
Bryan Lane, an unfortunate member of this party, was killed by the Mexicans and, as a warning to future
teamsters, was buried with his hands and feet sticking out of the ground. The Fayette County Commissioners in
1863 conceived the idea of buying cotton and selling it to Mexico for relief of the county’s destitute war widows
and orphans. In accordance with this plan, they bought thirty-two bales of cotton from William J. Russel to haul
it to Mexico. At King’s Ranch, the party was seized by General Bee, who had been forced to evacuate
Brownsville as a result of the Federal invasion. Negroes, teams and cotton, according to Russel, were impressed
into service by General Bee, who compelled Russel to sell him the cotton at fifty cents per pound, Confederate
money. When Russel made his report to the Commissioners’ Court, they agreed to let him keep the money given
him by Bee as a remuneration for freight charges. Still another large shipment of cotton that was a total loss to
the owner, belonged to William Neese of Warrenton. He had sent thirty-eight bales of cotton to Mexico with the
following teamsters in charge: J. C. Moss, F. Holman, Conrad Tieman and Mano Garbardes. In Brownsville,
Neese’s cotton was taken away from him by order of General Brown, the Federal Commander in charge of the
Forty-third Indiana Infantry, the Sixty-second Ohio (a colored regiment), and the Second Texas Regiment. It was
the colored Major of the Ohio contingent who actually took possession of the cotton. The fraud in the cotton
business which aroused such indignation among the soldiers and patriotic citizens of Texas was not entirely
absent in the Fayette county teamsters’ trade. A Confederate law prohibited teamsters from carrying more than
ten bales a trip, and special agents were placed at Flatonia and at Gonzales to supervise the transportation. By
splitting with them, it became an easy matter to arrange with the agents to carry an extra bale or two, and with
cotton selling at forty cents per pound, such a rascally procedure was highly profitable. The second of the
surviving teamsters, John Speckels, eighty-five, and a peppy as a sophomore, recalls that the Confederate
government sponsored the first trip of cotton hauling that he made to Mexico. The ------ unsatisfactory schedule,
Speckels, explained, was due to the fact that the necessary food for the men and oxen through the long desert
stretches along the last part of the journey was not promptly furnished by the Confederate government. During
the waiting period, perhaps the most satisfactory of all to the men, hunting parties were organized, which netted
rich bags of wild turkey and plenty of deer. Deer and turkey meat with rye coffee and bread made a satisfying
meal. The Speckels lad was unfortunate and contracted measles on the trip. A rain storm came up and the sick
boy spent the night trying to hold a flapping wagon cover back in place. He suffered a relapse and as a result his
hearing today is slightly impaired. The exhausted men and oxen finally reached Eagle Pass. The place named as a
cotton depot by the Confederate government. Here the Confederate officials ordered machinery to be placed on
the wagons and delivered in San Antonio on the return trip. A sturdy band of German farmers, all neighbors of
his father, were Speckel’s next companions on a cotton hauling trip to Mexico. By agreeing to turn over over onehalf
the profits to the government, Speckels secured permission to take cotton to Mexico. The hazardous journey
was safely negotiated. The cotton was sold in Rio Grande City for thirty-one cents per pound. The youth carried
the money paid him for his father’s cotton (in Doubloons) safely in his belt. The same financial success that
attended Speckels’ trip to Mexico has followed him throughout life. His business ability has made profitable all
his ventures. Speckels, in addition to the part that he played in transporting cotton during the Civil War, has
assisted materially in the industrial development of Fayette county. He represented his county in the State
Legislature during the years 1895-97. Brownsville, on Texas soil, and Matamoras just across the Rio Grande, on
the Mexican side, formed the hub of the contraband cotton trade during the war days. These two places became
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the Sodom and Gemorrah of the Southwest. It was said of Brownsville that it was at that time the rowdiest town
in the most lawless state of the Confederacy. And Matamoras, her sister city and Mecca for the riff-raff and
adveuturers of three nations, did her worst to outdo her American twin in sin. As a result of the cotton boom,
Matamoras mushroomed in population from eight thousand to forty thousand almost overnight. Men made
millions in the cotton business. The Stillman and Ranger fortunes are brilliant examples. The Ranger Brothers
bought 650 bales of cotton from the Willis family in Houston, at six cents a pound. The Willis’ were forced to
sell at a sacrifice to prevent confiscation by the Confederates, but neither side could confiscate cotton owned by
Gus. Ranger because he was a German Jew and an alien. He carted the cotton at once to Matamoras, from
whence he succeeded in shipping it to England when cotton prices were at their peak. He was said to have
received the fabulous price of a dollar and eighty cents per pound. He became later one of the “cotton kings” of
the world. People from every corner of the globe rushed to Matamoras, lured thereto by fantastic tales of
immense fortunes made with effortless ease. Union sympathizers and draft evaders drank beer with cotton agents,
importers and merchants of all nations. There was just one person who was “persona non grata” and that was an
abolitionist. Any person was privileged to shoot him down at sight, and all the year-round was open season on
these vermin and conviction for such sport was unknown. Business was good in Matamoras during the war.
Importers who opened with well-stocked shelves often had to close within a week because their merchandise
stocks were completely sold out. The town was filled to overflowing with goods of all descriptions, and people
rented and moved into thrown-up shanties. Even then, constantly arriving merchandise could not be housed.
Owners were forced to stack their goods on the ground and expose it to nature in the raw – which is never mild.
Ingenious Yankees shipped in a big lot of tarpaulins which were hired out to the merchants at a dollar a night.
Harrassed merchants used them to cover a valuable store load of imported goods. Such is the picture painted by
George Huebner and John Speckels of the thriving business in contraband cotton hauling and trading between
Texas and Mexico during -------- . [The La Grange Journal, October 13, 1933]
"Death Claims Aged Native Born Citizen of Fayette, Monday"
Although in failing health for the past ten days, yet ever in a cheerful mood, even until Sunday night, and
entertaining visitors in his usual friendly manner, George Huebner, one of the oldest native born citizens of
Fayette county, died at his farm home shortly after the midnight hour of Sunday. He seemed to know, however,
that the oil was fading fast, and accepted the responsibility with grim resignation. George Huebner was an
interesting character; born on what was in the early days of the county known as the Bluff, on a farm November 6,
1851, he grew to manhood on that farm. During the more than 84 years, in which he lived in Fayette county, he
was very observing and knew much of its history, which he ever delighted to refer to when visited by relatives and
friends. George Huebner was a mere lad when he became a teamster in 1863, and one of which carried cotton
into Mexico. To dwell on the incidents of that period would require several columns, yet the Journal refrains not
from saying that his recitals of those days, when it required nerve to be a teamster and when one had to forever
remain on guard against the seizure of the staple he was hauling by either the Confederates, the Federals or the
Mexican governments. Yet, all turned out well, and the then young man grew in body, and in mind. When death
claimed George Huebner, it took the last member of the teamster force in this county; his fellow teamster in the
days that tried men's souls, was John C. Speckels, who died last year. With him was buried Tuesday, the voice
that often, very often entertained those who were seeking history and adventure stories. After the civil war
closed, and reconstruction days followed George Huebner returned to the farm and remained thereon; he was
united in marriage with Miss Lizetta Warnken, early settlers of the Bluff section, and farmed on the same farm
first settled by his father. To this union ------- children, the first born dying in infancy. The living children are:
Louis and Miss Helen Huebner of La Grange; Mrs. Forrest (Annie) McMillan of Ballinger; Geo. L. Huebner of
Lane City; Mrs. G. W. (Ella) Albrecht of La Grange and Miss Gussie Huebner, R.N., of San Antonio. Surviving
also, are one sister, Mrs. Eliza Richers of Bay City and three brothers, Andrew, Louis, and Franz Huebner, all of
near Bay City. George Huebner was the first to break the family tie of children born to his parents. There are
also nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild, and several nephews and nieces. George Huebner, prevailed
upon to make the race for County Commissioner of Beat No. 1, entered the race and was elected and served for
one term (1899-1900) refusing to stand for re-election. In closing the reference to an honorable and life-long
citizen, the Journal refrains from giving many of the interesting incidents of the eighty-two years in which he
lived only a short distance from La Grange. In bidding him to rest, we have given the last respects to one who
lived in the immediate vicinity of La Grange, ---------- the good of the county. May he sleep peacefully. [The La
Grange Journal, Thursday, May 7, 1936]
More About George Huebner:
Burial: Abt. 06 May 1936, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX
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Notes for Lisette Warnken:
Floatsam and Jetsam
People Who Come to and Go From La Grange For a Visit
In attendance upon the obsequies of Mrs. Lizzie Huebner Sunday, and coming from outside points, were:
Hermann Warnken and family of Yoakom, Geo. Huebner of Bay City, Mrs. E. Richers of Bay City, Edw.
Warnken of Houston, Mr. and Mrs. Forrest McMillan of Ballinger. [The La Grange Journal, April 10, 1924]
Mrs. Lizzie Huebner
Friday morning Mrs. Lizzie Huebner, wife of George Huebner, died at the family residence on Colorado street,
following an illness that had lasted for a period of months. Mrs. Huebner, it may be said, came to her death as a
relief from much suffering. Devoted to her children, her departure will leave a vacancy, such as time alone shall
heal. We deeply sympathize with the husband and the sons and daughters; death comes into a home when we
would strive to defeat its approach, but as the flowers bud and bloom in Spring, and the leaves fall with the first
blast from the North, so inevitably we must all pay the common debt. Mrs. Huebner, was a daughter of Mr. and
Mrs. John Warnken, early settlers of this section. For many years the family resided upon a farm several miles
from La Grange, and only a few years since removed to La Grange. The separation or dissolution that has now
occurred is the pang of sorrow that only those who have experienced a similar affliction can well appreciate. She
enjoyed the great privilege, however, of seeing her children become grown, and to them was the comfort and
solace that a dutiful child finds. Sunday afternoon they carried her remains to the new cemetery and placed them
to rest; in attendance upon the last rites were sympathizing relatives and friends from the town and country and
from neighboring cities. Beneath a bed of beautiful flowers she sleeps peacefully. The sympathy of the entire
community is offered to the husband, the children, Misses Helen and Gussie, Louis and Mrs. Gus. Albrecht of La
Grange, Geo. Huebner of Bay City, Mrs. Forrest McMillan, Ballinger. [The La Grange Journal, April 10, 1924]
More About Lisette Warnken:
Burial: 06 Apr 1924, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX 65
Children of George Huebner and Lisette Warnken are:
19 i. Louis 10 Huebner 66,67,68,69 , born 14 Apr 1877 in Bluff, Fayette Co., TX 70,71 ; died 20 Dec 1947 in Fayette
Co., TX 72,73 .
Notes for Louis Huebner:
Louis Huebner, 70, Expires Suddenly
Louis Huebner, 70, passed away suddenly near La Grange late Saturday of a heart attack. Mr. Huebner
had been to his farm, about seven miles south of La Grange, and was enroute to his home here when his
pickup became stuck. He evidently exhausted himself trying to extricate the vehicle, and then sent a
Negro for help. When the colored man returned, Mr. Huebner was slumped over in the cab. Peace
Justice Lloyd Dippel held the inquest and rendered a verdict of death due to natural causes. Mr. Huebner
was born in the Bluff community on April 14, 1877, and had been a resident of this area all his life. He
was never married. Funeral was held Monday at 2:30 p.m. at the Koenig Funeral Home Chapel with Dr.
Guy B. Duff officiating, and burial was in the New City Cemetery. Surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Forest
McMillan of Ballinger and Mrs. Gus Albrecht of La Grange; and one brother, George L. Huebner, Jr. of
Lane City. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, December 25, 1947]
Card of Thanks
We wish to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to all for the many kind deeds extended us at the
passing of our dear brother, Louis Huebner. We especially wish to thank Rev. Guy B. Duff, the Koenig
Funeral Home, those who sent the lovely flowers and who extended their sympathy in other ways.
May God bless you.
His Sisters and Brother
[The La Grange Journal, Thursday, January 8, 1948]
Affidavit as to Heirs of Louis Huebner
The State of Texas
County of Fayette
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We - Arthur Koehler age 75 years and Wm. Loessin, age 75 years of La Grange, Fayette Co., Texas after
each being duly sworn do each depose and state as follows - We were well acquainted with Louis
Huebner of La Grange, Texas during his life time. He died on Dec. 20, 1947 and was born at La Grange,
Texas, on or about Apr. 14, 1877, and he was never married, left no will, and never adopted any child.
Louis Huebner was a son of Geo. Huebner who died on May 4, 1936, at LaGrange Texas, and his wife
Lizzie Warnken Huebner who died on April 4, 1924 at La Grange Texas, and both of whom were
married only one time that marriage being to each other which occurred at La Grange and they reside in
or near La Grange from the time of their marriage to the date of their respective deaths. There were only
6 children born unto the said Lizzie Warnken Huebner and they were: (1) - Louis Huebner above named
(2) - Helen Huebner who died on Sept. 13, 1936 - being killed in an automobile accident near Bastrop,
but she resided at La Grange, Texas and she was never married and had no child, and never adopted any
child (3) - Gussie Huebner who died on Sept. 9, 1938 at the age of 48 years and who was never married
and had no child, and never adopted any child. (4) Annie Huebner McMillan, wife of Forrest McMillan
of Ballinger, Texas (5) George L. Huebner of Lane City, Texas and (6) Ella Huebner Albrecht, wife of
Gus Albrecht of La Grange, Texas.
The said Annie Huebner McMillan, Geo. L. Huebner and Ella Huebner Albrecht are the sole and only
heirs of the said Louis Huebner, deceased. We have been neighbors and intimate friends of the members
of the Huebner family above named and are very familiar with their family history as above outlined.
Executed this March 4th 1948
(s) Arthur Koehler
(s) Wm. Loessin
More About Louis Huebner:
Burial: 22 Dec 1947, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX 74
20 ii. Helen Marie Huebner 75,76,77,78,79 , born 12 Feb 1880 in La Grange, Fayette, TX 80 ; died 15 Sep 1936 in
Bastrop, Bastrop, TX 81 .
Notes for Helen Marie Huebner:
"La Grange Woman Is Fatally Injured In Automobile Accident"
Miss Helen Huebner, owner and operator of the Helen-Marie Beauty Shop on Colorado street, died in
the Bastrop Hospital Tuesday morning from injuries received in an automobile accident that occurred
Sunday afternoon. In the automobile with Miss Huebner was Mrs. Roy Head, Mr. and Mrs. Harry
Hlinsky and Miss Lillian Hartmann. Pitcher Hlinsky had fulfilled a contract to pitch in a ball game at
Temple. The accident has been described to the Journal reporter in several ways, each different; it
appears, however, that in driving on the highway, following a rain, the machine skidded, when near
Bastrop, struck the loose shoulder of the highway and crashed down the 15-foot embankment. When
help arrived it was fund that Miss Huebner's injuries were such as to warrant her being rushed to the
Bastrop Hospital a mile or two distant. Mrs. Head is, as this is being prepared for the paper, a patient at
the La Grange Hospital, and is in a dazed condition. When visiting the Hospital she could not be seen by
the reporter, who was informed that she was to be denied all visitors for the day. Mr. and Mrs. Hlinsky
and Mrs. Hartmann received minor injuries. While hopes were entertained that Miss Huebner's injuries
were not as serious as reported, these hopes were shattered when Louis Huebner, a brother, and Miss
Gussie Huebner, a sister, returned to La Grange late Monday with the statement that "it was, according to
their opinion, a matter of hours." Miss Huebner died Tuesday morning. Mrs. G. W. Albrecht, also a
sister, was at the bedside of the patient. Miss Huebner was the eldest daughter of the late Geo. Huebner,
who died last May. For the past eight years she conducted a beauty shop at her home in this city, and
was very successful. She is survived by two brothers, Louis of La Grange and Geo. L. Huebner of Bay
City; Mrs. Forrest (Annie) McMillan of Ballinger, Mrs. G. W. (Ella) Albrecht of La Grange and Miss
Gussie Huebner, R.N., of La Grange. The body was brought to La Grange, Tuesday and taken to the
Koenig Funeral Home, and later to Miss Huebner's home, where funeral services were held Wednesday
afternoon at 3:00 o'clock, Rev. J. E. Roth officiating. Interment was had at the new cemetery. [The La
Grange Journal, Thursday, September 17, 1936]
More About Helen Marie Huebner:
Burial: 16 Sep 1936, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX 81
+ 21 iii. Annie Huebner, born 13 Oct 1884 in La Grange, Fayette, TX; died 01 Nov 1969 in Ballinger, Runnels,
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TX.
+ 22 iv. George Lee Huebner, born 13 Aug 1885 in La Grange, Fayette Co., TX; died 14 Dec 1952 in Wharton,
Wharton Co., TX.
+ 23 v. Ella Mae Huebner, born 09 Sep 1888 in La Grange, Fayette, TX; died 06 Sep 1973 in LaGrange,
Fayette, TX.
24 vi. Augusta Louise Huebner 82,83,84,85,86 , born 01 Dec 1892 in La Grange, Fayette, TX 87 ; died 09 Sep 1938 in
LaGrange, Fayette, TX 88,89 .
Notes for Augusta Louise Huebner:
Miss Gussie Huebner
Miss Gussie Huebner, aged 45 years, 9 months, and 8 days, died at the home of her sister, Mrs. G. W.
Albrecht in La Grange, Saturday, September 9. The body was taken to the Reichert Funeral Home where
it lay in state until Sunday afternoon; it was then conveyed to the Presbyterian church on Travis street,
and services were conducted by Rev. Guy B. Duff, local pastor. Interment was made in the new
cemetery. Miss Huebner was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Huebner. and was born on the
farm south of La Grange. She decided, after reaching womanhood, to become a nurse; impressed with
the services a trained nurse renders to a suffering patient, she entered the La Grange Training School and
successfully completed her studies and later became a registered nurse. Her services as such were of the
most commendable type. A few years ago she became afflicted with nerve trouble, and although
receiving the best care and medical attention, her affliction refused to yield to treatment and she
gradually grew weaker. It may be said, in respectful mention, that death came as a relief. Miss Huebner
is survived by her two brothers, Louis Huebner of near La Grange and Geo. Huebner of Bay City; her
sisters, Mrs. G. W. Albrecht of La Grange and Mrs. Forrest McMillan of Ballinger. There are several
nieces and nephews, and other relatives. To these we offer sincere sympathy. [The La Grange Journal,
September 15, 1938]
More About Augusta Louise Huebner:
Burial: 10 Sep 1938, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX 90
4. Andrew E. 9 Huebner (Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 91,92,93,94 was born 29 Sep 1853 in Bluff, Fayette, TX,
and died 10 Jun 1948 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX 95 . He married Luisa Ellen Taylor 96 06 Feb 1879, daughter of
George Taylor and Temperence Newsome. She was born 10 Jun 1855 in Colarado Co., TX 97 , and died 04 Sep
1914 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX.
Notes for Andrew E. Huebner:
Great Cotton Country.
A. E. Huebner, one of the largest land holders in this county, is very enthusiastic over Matagorda county and the
prospects for her becoming one of the greatest cotton counties in Texas. He said that he and his two brothers
came to Matagorda county in 1886 and that in 1887 planted their first cotton crop. This they kept up for several
years and in all their many crops they did not experience a single entire failure, although one short crop was
recorded. The best crop was one of two bales to the acre and the rest ran from one-half to a bale. In late years,
however, the Huebner Brothers, whose holdings go beyond 10,000 acres of some of the finest land in Matagorda
county, have been stock raising and what cotton they have raised has only been incidental. But Mr. Huebner says
that cotton is not an experimental crop here by any means and that this county is as good for the staple, if not
better, than any in Texas. He is a strong believer in diversification and gives an interesting account of what might
be accomplished in this, the brightest Mid-Coast county. [The Matagorda County Tribune, Bay City, Texas,
April 7, 1911]
Unkown Book Title
Andrew Huebner, pioneer cattleman of Matagorda County, who has participated in the development of the
ranching industry over a period of more than half a century, has one of the larger ranches in the Bay City locality,
where he has made his headquarters since 1885. In that year, Mr. Huebner, in association with his father, the late
John A. Huebner, bought the Bertrand League and began stocking it with good grade beef cattle, and, since his
father’s death, Mr. Huebner has operated the ranch alone. He controls ten thousand acres of land, all of which is
excellent pasture land, with good grass and water for the twelve hundred head of cattle that he runs. He has
consistently graded up his herd, introducing the Hereford and Brahma strains, until he has one of the finest in this
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locality, with some excellent breeding stock as its nucleus. The spread lies two and three-fourths miles South, and
one-half mile West, of Bay City, and is not only one of the oldest ranches in this locality, but one of the best
equipped. Mr. Huebner, although past his eightieth year, still rides out every day inspecting his stock, and takes
an active part in the supervision of all ranch work. Mr. Huebner was born at La Grange, Texas, on the twentyninth
day of September, 1853, and is a son of John A. Huebner and Pauline Wilrich Huebner. John A. Huebner,
one of the early settlers of Texas, came to the United States from his native Bavaria, Germany, in the late thirties
and in 1840 settled in Fayette County, which had been organized two years earlier, he having spent the
intervening years in Iowa, and at New Braunfels, in Comal County, Texas. As a boy Mr. Huebner traveled by ox
cart, and spent his youth on his father’s farm. An observant lad, he soon noticed that while the farm boys had
little of no money to spend the rancher’s son always had plenty of pocket money, and he then decided to be a
cowman, he spending theyears that followed working toward this end, the purchase of the Bertrand League being
the most significant achievement of the early years. Mr. Huebner was married on the old Taylor Plantation,
where the railway station of Don Tol is now located, in February, 1887, to Miss Loudie Taylor. They have four
children: Lola, Lillie, Dudley and Ada. Mr. Huebner is a member of the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers
Association, and has seldom missed one of its conventions. Ranching has always been to him more than a mere
business and means of livelihood, providing him with hobby as well, and he has few equals at handling stock, his
special interest being fine cattle and well trained cow ponies.
Page 1204
Messrs. Andrew and Louis Huebner have been at the Beach for several days, to look after their repair work on
their large land holdings. [The Daily Tribune, Friday, October 23, 1925]
Andrew Huebner, Pioneer Cattleman Matagorda County, Dies At Age 94
First Came To County In 1886 To Raise Cattle
Mr. Andrew Huebner, pioneer cattleman of Matagorda County, died Thursday evening at 8 o’clock, following an
illness of long duration. He was 94 years of age and until recently was still “riding the range” with the younger
cowboys on his spread. It was in 1886, sixty two years ago, when Mr. Huebner was then a man of 32 with many
tales of the Civil War still vividly in his mind, that he came to Matagorda County from Fayette County where he
was born near La Grange. He began then to buy land in the county. In 1909 he moved his family here where they
have lived since. Like many members of his family, he was extremely healthy with a constitution which allowed
him to perform duties which would have felled many men younger. He thrived on outdoor life and hard work,
enjoying his roundups with the enthusiasm of a tender foot. At 94 one would have considered him at a ripe old
age, but he was four years a junior to his sister, Mrs. Lillie Richers who is now 98. And besides Mrs. Richers
there is a younger brother surviving, Mr. Franz Huebner who is now 90. Both reside in Bay City. Another brother,
Louis, preceded him in death. He too, had reached near the ninety mark at the time of his death. Mr. Huebner is
also survived by two daughters, Mrs. Ada Hurst of Bay City and Mrs. Lola H. Brown of Ft. Worth; one son, M.
D. Huebner of Bay City and several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Taylor Bros., are in charge of the
arrangements but announcement of the funeral is withheld awaiting arrival of relatives. [The Daily Tribune, Bay
City, Texas, June 11, 1948]
Excerpt from Historic Matagorda:
A Letter from Woodlief F. Brown to Lucille Huebner Wilkinson, dated November 21, 1961.
Grandpa’s (Andrew Huebner) story about coming to Bay Prairie was as follows:
Shanghai Pierce was a “brainy” man who foresaw that the day of the free range was coming to an end. He began
buying up all the land that he could buy. Much of the Gulf Coast was owned by people in New York and other
places. He talked about it to his good friend, Tol Taylor. Tol Taylor said, “Now when the Bertrand League comes
on the market, keep your hand off, I want it.” Eventually Shanghai advised Tol Taylor that the Bertrand League
was for sale. Tol Taylor went to Fayette County in a buggy and brought his young brother-in-law, Andrew
Huebner, to see it, since he believed there was a good fortune for him in ranching on the coast. “The Bertrand
League is the prettiest land in Bay Prairie, and it has water at both ends,”he said. Grandpa (Andrew Huebner) did
not have enough money to swing the deal so went to his father, John Andrew Huebner, with it. Grandpa related,
“Father, raised in the hills of Bavaria, did not like the flat coast country, but said if I would buy a third of it, he
would buy the rest.” Grandpa made the purchase and borrowed a horse from Tol Taylor to go to Matagorda to
record it, as Taylor told him would be necessary. He had to get to Matagorda by running the horse across the
prairie from one herd of cattle to another. Mosquitoes were so bad that the cattle bunched up for protection and at
each herd he could rest a little. I asked Grandpa this: “If great-grandpa Huebner (John Andrew Huebner) came
out of the Civil War with nothing but a lot of Confederate money, how had he accumulated the cash he had for the
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purchase?” He said, “Well, for one thing, he sold a tract of land up in Fayette County – 300 acres for $10 and
acre.” I remarked that it seemed like a pretty big price. He said, “Yes it was. The land wasn’t worth that much, but
it had a good cedar rail fence around it, and the fence was worth more than the land was. You see, father (John
Andrew) read the newspapers, an uncommon thing in Texas then, and he said there was a product coming on the
market called barbed wire, and when it gets in common usage, cedar rail fences won’t be worth a thing. So he
sold that 300 acres.”
More About Andrew E. Huebner:
Burial: Abt. 12 Jun 1948, Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, Matagorda, TX
Notes for Luisa Ellen Taylor:
DEATH OF MRS. ANDREW HUEBNER.
After an illness of only a few days, Mrs. Loudie Taylor Huebner, departed this life on Friday morning at 11:30
o'clock. Mrs. Huebner had been sick only a few days when she was brought to the sanitarium here for treatment.
Deceased was the wife of Mr. Andrew Huebner, one of the county's prominent farmer-citizens south of town. She
was born in Colorado county, June 10, 1855, being 59 years, 2 months and 24 days of age. The family came here
from Colorado county several years ago and soon were identified with the social and religious life of the
community, the deceased becoming a member of the Christian church in which she was a devoted worker, with
many warm friends among adherents of all the denominations. Deceased is survived by husband and three
daughters and two sons and several grandchildren. The daughters are Mrs. Walter Brown of LaGrange, Mrs. H. J.
Hauk of Valley Falls, Kansas, and Miss Ada Huebner of this city. The sons are M. T. and M. D. Huebner, whose
home is with the family on the ranch. Funeral services were conducted from the Presbyterian Church, Saturday
morning at 10 o'clock, by Reverends J. F. Carter and L. E. Selfridge and the remains followed to Cedar Vale
Cemetery by a large concourse of sorrowing friends of the family.
In Memory of Mrs. Andrew Huebner
Today heaven is richer than it was on yesterday; yesterday, Bay City was richer than it is today. A mother, a fond
and faithful mother, has gone from us to her eternal home and has left an earthly home sad and desolate. Who can
fill a mother's chair? Whose hand so soft and caressing as that of mother? Mrs. Walter Brown, the eldest daughter
in the home, is one of us--a member of our Missionary Society and we want to here express our love for her in her
great sorrow, and we will try to help her bear her grief as only Christian companionship can. We, as the executive
committee of the Missionary Society have
Resolved, That we extend to Mrs. Brown, her father, sisters and brothers that love and sympathy in their dark
hour of sorrow that will help them more perfectly to trust in their Lord, their mother's God, for guidance and
direction. That we will emulate their mother in that seeing a duty, we do it, as she did it; also
Resolved, That a copy of this tribute be furnished the family , a copy be furnished The Tribune and News; also a
copy be spread on the record book of the society.
The Executive Committee of the Methodist Missionary Society, Bay City, Texas, Sept. 5, 1914. [Matagorda
County News and Midcoast Farmer, Friday, September 12, 1914]
More About Luisa Ellen Taylor:
Burial: Abt. 06 Sep 1914, Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, Matagorda, TX 97
Children of Andrew Huebner and Luisa Taylor are:
+ 25 i. Lola Mae 10 Huebner, born 26 Jul 1878; died 03 Feb 1968 in Taylor Co., TX.
+ 26 ii. Marion Taylor Huebner, born 28 Jun 1881 in Atascosa Co., TX; died 17 Nov 1927 in El Paso, El Paso,
TX.
+ 27 iii. Lillie Belle Huebner, born 06 Sep 1883; died 18 Aug 1946 in Valley Falls, Jefferson, KS.
28 iv. Walter Huebner, born 14 Oct 1885; died Jul 1886.
29 v. Haden Huebner, born 25 May 1887; died Jul 1903.
More About Haden Huebner:
Burial: Jul 1903, Schulenburg, Fayette, TX
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+ 30 vi. Marcus Dudley Huebner, born 24 Nov 1891 in Fayette County, Texas; died 24 Jun 1979 in Bay City,
Matagorda, TX.
+ 31 vii. Ada Irene Huebner, born 14 Jun 1895 in Fayette Co., TX; died 21 Jun 1992 in Bay City, Matagorda Co.,
TX.
7. Franz 9 Huebner (Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 98,99,100,101,102,103 was born 08 May 1859 in Bluff, Fayette, TX,
and died 12 Dec 1950 in Matagorda Co, TX 104,105 . He married Marie Louisa Kehrer 106,107,108,109,110 31 Jul 1889
in Fayette County, TX, daughter of August Kehrer and Julia Reimann. She was born 20 Dec 1860 in Texas 111,112 ,
and died 28 Jan 1946 in Houston, Harris, TX 113 .
Notes for Franz Huebner:
Huebner Rites At Bay City Are Set Today
BAY CITY, Dec 13 – Matagorda County Wednesday mourned the passing of a beloved pioneer, Franz Huebner,
91, who died at 11:30 PM Tuesday at his ranch home south of here. MR. HUEBNER, one of the three largest
landowners in Matagorda County, had lived in the county 65 years. He was born in La Grange and when he came
to the county to settle, Bay City was not in existence. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 PM Thursday in the
First Presbyterian Church here with the Rev. John W. Lancaster, the pastor, officiating. Burial will be in
Cedarville Cemetery. He is survived by three sons, Adolph and John A. Huebner of Bay City, and Otto Huebner
of Long Beach, Calif; two daughters, Miss Pauline Huebner of Bay City and Mrs. Donald K. Poole of Brazoria;
one sister, Mrs. Elise Richers of Bay City, who is 102 years old; and two grandchildren, John A. Huebner Jr. and
Mrs. Robert Coppock, both of Bay City. Mr. Huebner was the first person to plant rice in Matagorda County. He
also pioneered the building of an irrigation canal system for rice growers of the county. He and two of his
brothers, Louis and Andrew, brought in the first sack of rice of the season for so many years that it became a
tradition in the county. Louis lived to be 88 and Andrew died at 94. He also survived a third brother, George, who
lived at La Grange. Most of Matagorda Peninsula was owned by Mr. Huebner, who used it for winter grazing for
his cattle, of which he had one of the largest herds in the county. Mr. Huebner was active in the management of
his ranch ___ a year ago. Besides ____major rice producer______see oil brought in______erties. Despite his
gr______of hearing, Mr. Huebner_______amazingly alert______up with current________last. Friends_____
(This article was torn and incomplete at the end.) [The Post’s Texas News Service, Matagorda County,
December 1950]
Final Rights Held For Co. Pioneer, Franz Huebner, 91
Funeral service for Franz Huebner, 91, were held last Thursday afternoon at the First Presbyterian Church here
with the Rev. Jack Lancaster officiating and burial in the Cedarvale Cemetery. The pioneer Matagorda County
rancher and farmer died late Tuesday night, December 12, at his ranch home south of town. Surviving are three
sons, Adolph and John A., of Bay City, Otto of Long Beach, Calif.; two daughters, Mrs. Donald K Poole of
Brazoria and Miss Pauline Huebner of Bay City; one sister, Mrs. Lily Richers of Bay City, who is 101 years old;
two grandchildren, Mrs. Robert Coppock and John A. Huebner Jr., of Bay City. Mr. Huebner came to Matagorda
County 65 years ago and built up vast ranch holdings with his late brothers, Andrew and Louis. He, with his
brothers, also are reported to have farmed the first rice in this county. Living to a ripe old age isn’t unusual in the
Huebner family. Franz’s sister Lily, recently celebrated her 101st birthday. His brothers – Louis and Andrew –
lived to be 88 and 94 respectively. The three brothers – a real part of Matagorda County history and tradition –
were active in their work until almost right before they died. [Matagorda newspaper, December 21, 1950]
More About Franz Huebner:
Burial: 14 Dec 1950, Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, Matagorda, TX 114
Marriage Notes for Franz Huebner and Marie Kehrer:
County Clerk Ehlinger issued marriage license to the following parties during the month of July, 1889: Frank
Huebner to Louisa Kehrer. [La Grange Journal, August 8, 1889]
(This following letter was written September 17, 1888, to Miss Louise Kehrer, Cedar P.O.,Fayette County, Tex.
from Franz Huebner. This letter was recently found in the attic of the family home, built in 1889. They were
married July 31, 1889, in Fayette County.)
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Elliotts, Tex. Seb. 17th/ 88
Dear Louise-
Your so much valued letter, of the 4th inst. at hand from wich I notice that you will give me time until October to
put in my appearance. I shal try and be up during that month, although I shall be greatly temted to have the
lumber for our house about that time, if the roads are good.
I shall be glad to know your plans for building. It is not my object to build a large house, but one to wich I can
make such addition as may be necessary hereafter.
I hope you may not be suffering from a bonefelon, but are well and happy for you certainly deserve to be so.
It is highly probable that we will not make more than 6 bales of cotton, because we had all new land and it will
not produce well the first year.
I expect to make 25 next year, but we shall see about that later on. We have favorable weather for picking cotton
and I hope you may hav the same by this time.
I hav earned $50.00 in the last two weeks by cutting hay for some of the neighbors and will stay at it a few weeks
longer.
We are both in fine health.
The grass in the pasture is very fine and the cattle are in splendid condition. Many thanks for writing utensils, they
come in very handy and it always is very pleasant for me to see or receive anything that reminds me of you.
You can tell George that if he wants to loan out his money at 10 percent, we will be glad to take it at that rate and
will secure him by giving a mortgage on 100 beaves wich are worth about $ 1,000, we will take it for one or two
years to suit George.
I am glad to hear that some of the boys will (be) down this fall.
I could not write in day time, now it late and all our guests have departed so I have taken this chance to write you.
Just a line with my love
Your Franz
Children of Franz Huebner and Marie Kehrer are:
32 i. Adolph 10 Huebner 115,116,117,118,119 , born 06 Jul 1890 in Matagorda Co., TX 120,121,122 ; died 14 Dec 1970 in
Bay City, Matagorda Co., TX 123,124,125 .
Notes for Adolph Huebner:
Adolph Huebner, 80 Dies After Illness
Adolph Huebner, a life-long resident of Matagorda County, died at his home this morning at the age of
80 after a long illness. Born July 6, 1890 at his ranch home south of Bay City, he was the son of Franz
and Marie Louise Huebner, pioneer residents of Matagorda County. He was active in the family
ranching operations all of his life. Mr. Huebner was a member and a devout supporter of the First
Presbyterian Church. He was one of five children and is survived by his sisters, Miss Pauline Huebner
and Mrs. Donald K. Poole, and a brother, Otto Huebner. All are from Bay City. He was also survived
by one niece, Mrs. Pauline Huebner Coppock of Houston and one nephew, John Huebner, Jr. of Bay
City. Services will be held at the First Presbyterian Church Tuesday, December 15 at 2:00 p.m. The
Rev. W. D. O’Neal will officiate. Burial will be at Cedarvale Cemetery with arrangements by Taylor
Bros. Funeral Home. [The Daily Tribune, Monday, December 14, 1970]
Huebner
Huebner, Adolph, passed away at his home on Mon., Dec. 14, at age 80. Huebner, a life-long resident of
Bay City, was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church, and is survived by his sisters, Miss
Pauline Huebner and Mrs. Donald K. Poole and one brother, Otto Huebner, all of Bay City. Also
surviving is one niece, Mrs. Pauline Huebner Coppock of Houston and one nephew, John Huebner, Jr.,
of Bay City; four grand nieces and two grand nephews. Services will be held at the First Presbyterian
Church, Tues., Dec. 15 at 2:00 p.m. with the Reverend W. D. O’Neal officiating. Burial will be in the
Cedarvale Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Richard Smith, Virgil Fetters, Harry Wirth, George Shoultz, D.
J. Huebner, and Ernest Reiman. Arrangements made by Taylor Brothers Funeral Home. [The Daily
Tribune, Monday, December 14, 1970]
More About Adolph Huebner:
Burial: 15 Dec 1970, Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, Matagorda Co., TX 126
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33 ii. Otto Virston Huebner 127,128,129 , born 28 Aug 1891 in Bay City, Matagorda Co., TX 130 ; died 17 Feb 1971
in Bay City, Matagorda Co., TX 130,131 . He married Mary Elizabeth Nichols 132 ; born 04 Nov 1900 in New
Orleans, Orleans, LA 132,133 ; died 21 Jan 1991 in Long Beach, Los Angeles, CA 134,135 .
Notes for Otto Virston Huebner:
Huebner Succumbs
Otto Huebner, a native of Matagorda County passed away very suddenly Wednesday night in his Bay
City apartment. Mr. Huebner, well loved, and highly respected, was a friend and confident of numerous
persons. A complete obituary listing survivors and detailed funeral arrangements will be published in the
Friday edition of The Daily Tribune. Arrangements are now pending at Taylor Brothers Funeral Home.
[The Daily Tribune, Thursday, February 18, 1971]
Huebner
Huebner, Otto, age 79, passed away late Wednesday night, Feb. 17, in his Bay City apartment. He was
born and raised in Bay City but spent many years in the U.S. Navy, being a veteran of World War I. He
lived and was in business in Long Beach, Calif. until returning to Matagorda County, where he had been
actively engaged in farming operations. Mr. Huebner is survived by widow, Mrs. Mary Elizabeth
Huebner; two sisters, Miss Pauline Huebner and Mrs. D. K. Poole. Also, a niece, Mrs. Pauline Coppock;
one nephew, John Huebner Jr. and several grand-nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held at
3:00 p.m., Friday, Feb. 19 in Taylor Brothers Chapel with the Rev. W. D. O’Neal officiating. Interment
will be in Cedarvale Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Edwin Cerny, A. W. Hearn, Bert Huebner, Rodney
Matthews, Glenn Sedam and Richard Smith. Taylor Brothers Funeral Home in charge. [The Daily
Tribune, Friday, February 19, 1971]
More About Otto Virston Huebner:
Burial: 19 Feb 1971, Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, Matagorda Co., TX 136
Notes for Mary Elizabeth Nichols:
Huebner
A graveside service for Mary Elizabeth Nichols Huebner, 90, of Long Beach, Calif., was held Jan. 24 at
All Souls Cemetery in Long Beach. She was the wife of native Matagorda County resident and retired
U.S. Naval officer Otto Huebner. Mrs. Huebner was born Nov. 4, 1900, to Mary Elizabeth Vinet
Nichols and John Anderson Nichols in New Orleans, La., and died Jan. 21, 1990 in her home after and
extended illness. She met and married Otto Huebner while he served at the U.S. Naval base in Algiers,
La. They lived a number of years in foreign service with the Navy, and upon their retirement, they made
their home in Long Beach. She served for many years as a volunteer at the Long Beach Memorial
Hospital and was honored with an award for her years of distinguished service. She was a member of the
Holy Innocents Catholic Church in Long Beach and was preceded in death by her husband in 1971.
[Matagorda County Newspaper, ca January 1990]
More About Mary Elizabeth Nichols:
Burial: 24 Jan 1991, All Souls Cemetery, Long Beach, Los Angeles, CA 137
34 iii. Pauline Huebner 138,139,140,141 , born 21 Aug 1894 in Matagorda Co., Tx 142,143 ; died 23 Mar 1996 in
Matagorda Co., Tx 144,145,146 .
Notes for Pauline Huebner:
Miss Huebner Entertains
Miss Pauline Huebner entertained many of her friends at her home a few evenings ago, with dancing.
The guests were very delightfully taken to and from her country home in autos. Beautiful music was
rendered Miss Hall and Mr. Mauhlet with the piano and violin. Delicious punch was served during the
intermissions. Those participating in the dancing were Misses Katie Mae Gillet, Ruth Keller, Anna Lou
Gillet, Lillie Miller, Naomi Trotter, Katherine Poole, Zalie Austin, Huebner, Ada Huebner, Lou Ella
Baker, Lois Moore, Millie Whitted and Pauline Huebner; Messrs, Will Stinnett, Otto Huebner, Ed
McKelvey, Robert Baker, Roy Cloar, Jim Lewis, Sherman Baker, Richardson, Hurst, Jesse Holman,
Pierce Gaines, Wesley McKelvey, Donald Poole, Hugh Keller, Dudley Huebner; Mr. and Mrs. Franz
Huebner. [Matagorda County Tribune, Bay City, Texas, Friday, March 24, 1911]
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Huebner
Pauline Huebner, was born Aug. 21, 1894, and died March 23, 1996, at her home of the family ranch
near Bay City. Daughter of Franz and Marie Louise Kehrer Huebner. Miss Huebner was schooled at
home by various live-in teachers. She learned to play the piano at an early age and continued her music
all of her life. She attended school at Bon Avon in San Antonio and later studied and taught at the
Houston Conservatory of Music. Pauline shared her talent on many occasions and for 30 years was the
pianist and organist for the First Presbyterian Church, where she was a lifelong member. She will be
remembered for her love of family and God. Her family having participated in the development of
Matagorda County and Bay City, Pauline particularly enjoyed sharing stories about the early days. She
is survived by her sister Marguerite Poole, niece Pauline Blair, nephew John and Myrtle Huebner, great
nieces and nephews Jan Huebner Harmon and husband Rich, Julia and Miranda; Kristi and Greg Meyer,
Clay, Keith, and Bryan; Molly and Keith Dunn, Kaitlyn, Bethany, Anna, and John; Mike and Debbie
Coppock, Travis and Taylor; Jeff Coppock and Susanna Coppock. She was preceded in death by her
parents and her brothers Adolph, Otto, and John Huebner. Services will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday,
March 26, 1996, at First Presbyterian Church in Bay City with Reverends Todd Collier and Allan
Anderson officiating. Interment will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery. Pallbearers are Mike Coppock,
Greg Meyer, Doug Huebner, Lawrence Gwin Jr., Wayne Yanko, and Edwin Cerny. Arrangements are
with Taylor Brothers Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to the
Bay City Public Library, the Presbyterian Children’s Home, or the charity of choice. [Matagorda County
Newspaper, ca March 1996]
More About Pauline Huebner:
Burial: 26 Mar 1996, Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, Matagorda, TX 147
35 iv. Marguerite Huebner 148,149,150 , born 15 Aug 1896 in Matagorda Co., Tx 151,152 ; died 03 Jun 1997 in Bay
City, Matagorda Co., TX 153,154,155 . She married Donald Keller Poole 15 Oct 1925 in Bay City,
Matagorda, TX 156 ; born 12 Apr 1891 157 ; died 16 May 1971.
Notes for Marguerite Huebner:
Poole
Marguerite “Muggie” Huebner Poole, 100, of Bay City, died June 3, 1997 at her residence. She was
born August 15, 1896 to the late Franz and Marie Louise Kehrer Huebner at the Huebner home near Bay
City. In 1925, she married Donald K. Poole and lived at the Poole Ranch on the San Bernard River for
many years before returning to Bay City. Donald preceded her in death May 16, 1971. Mrs. Poole was a
devoted member of the First Presbyterian Church where she served faithfully in almost all church
activities. Survivors include nephew, John Huebner, Jr. of Bay City, and a niece, Pauline Knight of
League City, a brother-in-law, Dr. Mark Poole of Bay City, nieces – Elizabeth Shepherd of Conroe,
Amelia Sudderth of Waco, Dona Worrell and Kathleen Burke of San Antonio, Martha Muse of New
York City, and Jean Keen of Bay City, and nephews – Barry Barbour of Jackson Hole, WY. and George
R. Burke, Jr. of Eagle Lake, numerous great nieces and great nephews and special friends Bob and Betsy
Holbert of Bay City. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Friday, June 6, 1997 at the First Presbyterian
Church with Rev. Sam Steele officiating. Interment will be at Cedarvale Cemetery in Bay City.
Arrangements with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City, TX (409) 245-4613. [The Houston Chronicle,
Houston, Texas, June 5, 1997]
More About Marguerite Huebner:
Burial: 06 Jun 1997, Cedarvale Cemetery, Matagorda Co., TX 158
Funeral: 06 Jun 1997, Fist Presbyterian Church, Bay City, Matagorda, TX 158
Marriage Notes for Marguerite Huebner and Donald Poole:
Huebner-Poole
Last evening the First Presbyterian Church was the scene of a charming colonial wedding, uniting in
marriage Miss Marguerite Huebner, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Franz Huebner, and Mr. Donald K. Poole,
son of Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Poole. The ceremony was performed by Dr. G. T. Storey, pastor. The church
was beautifully decorated with tall floor baskets of mauve chrysanthemums against a background of ferns
and Southern smilax, Seven-branch brass candlelabra held gleaming white tapers forming the
background for the wedding group. Mrs. Ruby D. Hawkins played the wedding music, wearing a
handsome blue cut velvet dress. The wedding song was splendidly given by Mrs. John B. Muse of
Dallas, who wore and elegant dress of blue embroidered in rhinestones and crystals. Miss Sue Louise
Poole entered first, gowned in pink chiffon elaborately embellished on the bodice and bouffant skirt with
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hinestones and crystals in bow-knot design, carrying an old-fashioned bouquet of vari-colored flowers,
tied with hand-painted tulle. Miss Pauline Huebner, maid of honor, entered next in a quaint pink chiffon
princess gown with cascades of dainty ruffles, carrying a similar lovely bouquet of vari-colored flowers.
Master Roswell Burke, a delightful picture in a miniature Tuxedo, came next, carrying the ring on a
white satin pillow. The bride entered on the arm of her brother, Mr. John A. Huebner, of Houston, who
gave her away, was exquisite in a blue velvet period gown with touches of soft old lace caught with tiny
nosegays of mauve and blue flowers. She wore in her hair a lovely circlet of the same soft colors and
carried a beautiful colonial bouquet of pale pink rosebuds and lilies of the valley. Her only ornament
was a rope of rare seed pearls, the gift of the groom. Entering the opposite aisle first, was the
groomsman, Mr. John B. Muse of Dallas, brother-in-law of the groom. The groom attended by the best
man, Mr. Tom J. Poole, Jr., was attired in conventional black. Mrs. Huebner, mother of the bride, wore a
soft orchid crepe gown with lace. Mrs. Poole, mother of the groom, was gowned in black chiffon,
embellished with cut steel embroidery. Mrs. E. D. Lunn of Houston, aunt of the groom, wore a
handsome black and silver costume. Miss Huebner is a most charming and delightful young girl who has
endeared herself to all who know her, and is very active in church and social circles. Mr. Poole, a
prominent young man of splendid character, is one of our most highly respected citizens. Mr. and Mrs.
Franz Huebner, owing to the inclement weather, entertained immediately following the ceremony with a
reception at the home of the groom’s parents for the families and intimate friends. The reception rooms
were beautifully decorated with tall baskets of mauve chrysanthemums and bowls of queen’s crown
against a mass of ferns. Punch was served throughout the evening on the sun porch by Mrs. John
Huebner of Houston, who was gowned in a lovely pink chiffon frock adorned with rhinestones and
minnie pink roses. The bride’s table presented a beautifully fragile picture with its covering of filet lace
overlaid with clematis and maidenhair fern, surrounding the two-tier wedding cake. Tall white tapers in
silver candlesticks lighted the room. Presiding in the dining room were Mrs. George R. Burke, sister of
the groom, wearing a lovely pale yellow dress embroidered in crystals, and Mrs. Caroline Fisher, who
wore a black satin beaded dress. Miss Savanna Hawkins also assisted in the dining room. Pink and
white ice cream and individual cakes were served. Many handsome gifts were displayed in an adjoining
room. The bride and groom left following the reception on an extended trip to points of interest in
California. The bride’s going-away costume was a navy blue tailored frock of mirroleen with collar and
cuffs of beaver and touches of jade green. Her small blue velour hat repeated the note of green in its
trimming, and her wrap and all accessories harmonized. Out-of-town guests were Mr. and Mrs. Otto
Bauer of Seguin, Miss Betty Collins of San Antonio, Mr. and Mrs. John Muse of Dallas, Mrs. W. K.
Keller of Midfields, Mrs. E. D. Lunn of Houston, Mr. and Mrs. John Huebner of Houston. [The Daily
Tribune, Friday, October 16, 1925]
+ 36 v. John Andrew Huebner, Sr., born 04 Sep 1897 in Matagorda Co., Tx; died 27 Feb 1964 in Houston,
Harris, TX.
Generation No. 3
8. Pauline 10 Richers (Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 159 was born 20
Jun 1869 in Toledo, Lucas Co., OH 160,161 , and died 07 Jul 1968 in Harris Co., TX 162,163,164 . She married George
Kehrer 165 25 Nov 1890 in Fayette County, TX, son of August Kehrer and Julia Reimann. He was born 1862 in
Texas 165 , and died 08 Dec 1937 in Houston, Harris, TX 166,167 .
Notes for Pauline Richers:
Kehrer
Mrs. Pauline R. Kehrer, 99, formerly of Bay City, passed away Sunday. Survivors: Mrs. Myrtle Kehrer Drago of
Houston; sons, Ed R. Kehrer of Beaumont and Lee W. Kehrer of Bay City; sister, Mrs. Fritz Hunger of Austin;
brothers, Gus Richers of Smithville, Louis and Alfred Richers both of Bay City; grandsons, Warren D. Tuley,
Robert L. Drago, Jr. and Edward K. Drago, all of Houston; five great-grandchildren; robert, Kathy, and Diana
Drago and Madelyn and Nancy Tuley. Services 10:30 AM Wednesday at the Waltrip Chapel, Dr. E. Wilson Cole
officiating. Burial Hollywood Cemetery. Waltrip Funeral Directors, 1415 Campbell Road, Homstead 5-2525.
[The Houston Post, Tuesday, July 9, 1968]
More About Pauline Richers:
Burial: 10 Jul 1968, Hollywood Cemetery, Houston, Harris, TX 168
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Notes for George Kehrer:
Keherrer- George Keherrer, 75 of 600 Ridge Street, died at his residence at 5 p.m. Wednesday. He is survived by
his wife, Mrs. Pauline Keherrer; two daughters, Mrs. D. S. Tuley and Mrs. R. L. Drago, both of Houston; two
sons, Edward R. Keherrer of Beaumont and Lee Keherrer of Houston; one sister, Mrs. Frond Huebner of Bay
City; one brother, Adolph Keherrer of Schulenburg; and three grandchildren. Time of the funeral services will be
announced by the Boulevard funeral home. Rev. A. B. Haynes will officiate and burial will be in Hollywood
cemetery. Boulevard funeral home directing. [Houston Post, Thursday, December 9, 1937]
More About George Kehrer:
Burial: Abt. 10 Dec 1937, Hollywood Cemetery, Houston, Harris, TX 169
Children of Pauline Richers and George Kehrer are:
37 i. Edward Richard 11 Kehrer 170 , born 20 Oct 1891 in Texas 171,172,173 ; died 04 Mar 1973 in Jefferson Co,
TX 174,175 . He married Alma Doerle 176 1924; born 16 Mar 1890 in Louisiana 176,177 ; died 31 Oct 1987 in
Louisiana 177 .
38 ii. Lee Walter Kehrer, born 27 Nov 1894 178,179 ; died 25 Jan 1972 in Houston, Harris, TX 180,181 .
Notes for Lee Walter Kehrer:
Kehrer
Lee Walter Kehrer, 78, of 1625 Hollister, passed away Tuesday January 25. Former resident of Bay
City, Texas. Survivors: Sister, Mrs. Mrytle Drago, Houston; brother, Eddie Kehrer, Beaumont; three
nephews, all of Houston. Graveside services 2 p.m. Thursday, Hollywood Cemetery, with Dr. E. Wilson
Cole officiating. Remains to lie in state at Waltrip Funeral Home till 1 p.m. Thursday. Waltrip Funeral
Directors 1415 Campbell Rd. 465-2525. [The Houston Post, Thursday, January 27, 1972]
More About Lee Walter Kehrer:
Burial: 27 Jan 1972, Hollywood Cemetery, Houston, Harris, TX 182
+ 39 iii. Lillian R. Kehrer, born 1895; died 02 Oct 1966 in Houston, Harris, TX.
+ 40 iv. Myrtle Louise Kehrer, born 14 Aug 1899; died 10 Jan 1978 in Harris Co., TX.
41 v. Julian Ivey Kehrer, born 1901; died 07 Mar 1920 in Houston, Harris, TX 183,184 .
Notes for Julian Ivey Kehrer:
Miss Julian Ivey Kehrer
Miss Julian Ivey Kehrer, age 20, died at 8 p.m. Sunday at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. George
Kehrer, 4120 Rusk street. She is survived by her parents; two sisters, Miss Lillian Kehrer and Miss
Myrtle Kehrer; two brothers, Ed Kehrer and Lee Kehrer, all of Houston. Funeral arrangements will be
announced later. Earthmann an McCarty is in charge. [Houston Post, Monday, March 8, 1920]
10. Emma E. 10 Richers (Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 185,186,187 was born
27 Sep 1872 in Toledo, Lucas Co., OH, and died 19 Aug 1964 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX 188 . She married
Richard Adolph Kehrer 189,190,191,192 1898, son of August Kehrer and Julia Reimann. He was born 15 Mar 1870
in Texas 192 , and died 01 Dec 1933 in Bay City, Matagorda Co., TX 193 .
Notes for Emma E. Richers:
Pioneer Resident Passes Away At 91
Mrs. Emma Kehrer, 91, of 2705 6th Street, passed away Wednesday afternoon at Matagorda General Hospital.
She had been a resident of Bay City for 66 years. Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at the First Presbyterian
Church, Dr. A.T. Dyal officiating. Interment will be in Cedarvale. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. P.J.
Reeves, Sr., and Mrs. Otis Russell, both of Bay City, seven grandchildren, and 21 great grandchildren; three
sisters, Mrs. Pauline Kehrer of Bay City, Mrs. Louise Otto of Houston, and Mrs. Frances Hunger of Austin; four
brothers, Louis Richers and Fred Richers, both of Bay City, Gus Richers of Smithville, and Victor Richers of
Shiner. Pallbearers will be John Faseler, Sr., Gilbert Otto, L.W. Richers, Wesley Richers, Ernest Reiman and
Gifford Reiman. [The Tribune, Bay City, Texas, Thursday, August 20, 1964]
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More About Emma E. Richers:
Burial: 21 Aug 1964, Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, Matagorda, TX 194
Notes for Richard Adolph Kehrer:
Mr. R. A. Kehrer
Mr. R. A. Kehrer, age 64 years died at the family residence in Bay City morning after an illness of some time.
Mr. Kehrer is survived by his wife, Mrs. R. A. Kehrer, two daughters, Mrs. B. T. Carter of West Columbia; Miss
Evelyn Kehrer of Bay City; one son, Mr. Vastine Kehrer of Beasley, Texas; one sister, Mrs. F. Huebner of Bay
City and two brothers; Mr. Adolf Kehrer of Schulenburg, Texas and Mr. Geo. Kehrer of Houston, Texas. Funeral
services will be held Saturday at 3:30 p.m. at Taylor Bros. Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in Cedarvale Cemetery
under direction of Taylor Bros. [The Daily Tribune, Thursday, December 7, 1933[
More About Richard Adolph Kehrer:
Burial: 09 Dec 1933, Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, Matagorda, TX 195
Children of Emma Richers and Richard Kehrer are:
+ 42 i. Marguerite Louise 11 Kehrer, born 27 Sep 1900 in Texas; died 11 Jan 1994 in Matagorda Co., TX.
+ 43 ii. Vastine Julian Kehrer, born 19 Apr 1906 in Matagorda Co, TX; died 21 Aug 1957 in Corpus Christi,
Nueces, TX.
+ 44 iii. Evelyn Frances Kehrer, born 13 Feb 1915 in Matagorda Co., Tx; died 2002 in Collin Co., TX.
12. Louise Dorothy 10 Richers (Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 196 was
born 26 Aug 1876 in Toledo, Lucas Co., OH 196,197 , and died 04 Jan 1967 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX 198 . She
married Ferdinand August Otto 16 Nov 1904 in Houston, Harris, TX 199 . He was born 21 Mar 1875 in
Germany, and died 04 Jan 1941 in Houston, Harris, TX 200,201 .
Notes for Louise Dorothy Richers:
Mrs. Otto, 90, Rites In Houston
Funeral services for Mrs. Louise Otto, 90, will be at 3 p.m. Friday in the Heights Funeral Chapel in Houston.
Interment will be in Magnolia Cemetery in Houston. Surviving is one daughter, Mrs. W.L. Kring of Houston; one
son, Gilbert E. Otto of Bay City; two sisters, Mrs. Pauline Kehrer of Bay City and Mrs. Frances Hunger of
Austin; three brothers, Gus Richers of New Braunfels, Louis Richers and Alfred Richers of Bay City. Pallbearers
will be William Bierwirth, Bruce Coffer, Robert White, Robert Drago, Edward Drago, and Warren Tuley and
Terry Hall. [The Daily Tribune, Bay City, Texas, Thursday, January 5, 1967]
More About Louise Dorothy Richers:
Burial: 06 Jan 1967, Magnolia Cemetery, Houston, Harris, TX 202
Notes for Ferdinand August Otto:
Otto – Ferdinand August Otto, 65, died at his home at 317 Redan at 11:30 a.m. Saturday. He is survived by his
widow, Louise; two daughters, Mrs. Frederick Beck of Shreveport, La., and Mrs. W. L. Kring of Houston; two
sons, Malcolm and Gilbert of Houston; two sisters, Mrs. W. H. Telge of Houston and Mrs. Otto Schaefer of
Sugarland, and four granddaughters. Funeral services will be held in the Heights funeral home chapel at 3:30
p.m. Monday. Burial will be in Magnolia cemetery. Heights funeral home directing. [Houston Post, Sunday,
January 5, 1941]
Marriage Notes for Louise Richers and Ferdinand Otto:
Marriage Licenses
F. A. Otto to Miss Louise Rickers [Richers]. [Houston Daily Post, Thursday, November 17, 1904]
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Children of Louise Richers and Ferdinand Otto are:
+ 45 i. Beatrice Regina 11 Otto, born 21 Dec 1905 in Houston, Harris, TX; died 14 Dec 1992 in Harris Co., TX.
46 ii. Louise Pauline Otto, born 16 Mar 1907 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX; died 19 Sep 1964 in Houston, Harris
County, TX 203,204 . She married Frederick C. Beck 29 May 1940 in Drexel, PA; born in Drexel, PA; died
21 Jan 1953 in Shreveport, Caddo Parrish, LA.
Notes for Louise Pauline Otto:
BECK
Mrs. Louise Pauline Beck, 57, of 1723 Campbell died Saturday. Survivors: Mother, Mrs. Dorothy L.
Otto; brother, Gilbert E. Otto, both of Bay City; sister, Mrs. W. L. Kring; neices, Mrs. Judy Beirwirth,
Mrs. Peggy White, all of Houston, Mrs. Patty Hall, Austin, Mrs. Betty Coffer, Bay City. Services 10
AM Monday, Saint Jerome’s Church. Pallbearers: William Bierwirth, Terry C. Hall, Robert White,
Bruce Coffer, Robert Grago [Drago], Warren Tuley. EARTHMAN’S, 2420 Fannin, CApitol 3-4541.
[The Houston Post, Monday, September 21, 1964]
47 iii. Malcolm G. Otto, born 24 Dec 1908 in Houston, Harris, TX; died 24 Sep 1956 in Houston, Harris,
TX 205 . He married (1) Adeline Kreinhop 1937 in Houston, Harris, TX; born 1914 in Houston, Harris,
TX; died 03 Aug 1938 in Houston, Harris, TX 206 . He married (2) Wilma Henrietta Williams 1941 in
Houston, Harris, TX; born 10 Jan 1909; died 30 Dec 1992 in Harris Co., TX 207,208 .
Notes for Malcolm G. Otto:
Malcolm G. (Sony) Otto, 47, of 613 Joyce St. died 7:15 PM Monday. Member Lindale Masonic Lodge,
1347, Arabia Temple, Rothwell Chapter Eastern Star, Hughes Club, Charter member Saint Alban’s
Episcopal Church. Survivors: Widow, Mrs. Wilma Otto, Houston; mother, Mrs. Louise Otto, Bay City;
sisters, Mrs. Frederick Beck, Mrs. Bill Kring, both of Houston; brother, Gilbert C. Otto, Bay City.
Services 3 PM Wednesday Saint Alban’s Episcopal Church, the Rev. Bill Martin [officiating]. Burial
Forest Park Cemetery under auspices Lindale Lodge. Pallbearers: Ernie Caretto, Cal Cox, Bill Krause,
Fritz Wunderlick, Vernon Eschenfelder, L. Z. Bean. Earthman Funerals, 2420 Fannin. [The Houston
Post, Wednesday, September 26, 1956]
More About Malcolm G. Otto:
Burial: 26 Sep 1956, Forest Park Cemetery, Houston, Harris, TX 209
Notes for Adeline Kreinhop:
OTTO – Mrs. Adeline Kreinhop Otto, 24, of 1537 Dorothy, died in a hospital at 11:34 a.m. Wednesday.
Surviving are her husband, M. G. Otto, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. August Kreinhop, a brother Henry
Kreinhop of Houston, and a grandmother, Mrs. Mary Hilderbrandt of Spring. Funeral services will be
held at 3:30 p.m. Friday at the Trinity Lutheran church with Rev. A. J. Meyer officiating. Burial will be
in the Klein Lutheran cemetery. Heights funeral home directing. [The Houston Post, Thursday, August
4, 1938]
Otto – Mrs. Adeline Kreinhop Otto, 24, of 1537 Dorothy, and her infant daughter died in a hospital at
11:34 a.m. Wednesday. Surviving are her husband, M. G. Otto; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. August
Kreinhop of Houston; a brother, Henry Kreinhop of Houston, and a grandmother, Mrs. Mary Hildebrand
of Spring. Funeral services for Mrs. Otto and her infant daughter will be held at 3:30 p.m. Friday at the
Trinity Lutheran church with Rev. A. J. Meyer officiating. Burial will be in the Klein Lutheran
cemetery. Pallbearers will be L. H. Bowling, Alex Lutz, Edwin Hirsch, Stanley Easterly, Frank Hatfield
and Noble Lawrence. Heights funeral home directing. [The Houston Post, Friday, August 5, 1938]
More About Adeline Kreinhop:
Burial: 05 Aug 1938, Klein Lutheran Cemetery, Harris Co., TX 210
Notes for Wilma Henrietta Williams:
OTTO
Wilma H. Otto, 83, died December 30, 1992. She was preceded in death by her husband, Malcolm G.
Otto. Mrs. Otto was an employee of Southwestern Bell Telephone Company for 47 years. She was a
member of the Rothwell Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star. She was a member of The Royal Neighbors
and The Telephone Pioneers. She is survived by sister, Fay Runyan and husband Horace; niece, Linda
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Powell and husband Wayne; nephew, Darrell Runyan and wife Mitsi. Funeral service 2:00 p.m.,
Saturday, January 2, 1993, at St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church, 1656 Blalock. Interment, Forest Park
Lawndale. Pallbearers are Darrell Runyan, Wayne Powell, Art Greenwall, James Cassatt, Kenneth Auer
and Gene Fischer. EARTHMAN FUNERAL DIRECTORS, 8303 Katy Freeway 464-8900 [The
Houston Post, Friday, January 1, 1993]
More About Wilma Henrietta Williams:
Burial: 02 Jan 1993, Forest Park Lawndale, Houston, Harris, TX 211
48 iv. Gilbert Emil Otto 212 , born 07 Oct 1910 212,213 ; died 24 Jun 1991 in Matagorda Co., Tx 214,215,216 .
Notes for Gilbert Emil Otto:
Otto
Funeral services for Gilbert Emil “Uncle Bubba” Otto, 80, of Bay City will be held 9 a.m. Thursday at
the Taylor Brothers Funeral Home chapel. Burial will follow 1 p.m. Thursday at Magnolia Cemetery in
Houston. Mr. Otto was born Oct. 17, 1910, to Ferdinand August Otto and Dorothy Louise Richers Otto
in Houston and died June 24, 1991, at the Coffer Residence on Farm Road 3156. A resident of Bay City
since 1940, he was a life-time member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2438 in Bay City. He
served with the U.S. Army Air Corps in World War II in the 375th fighter squadron in the European
theater. He is survived by a sister, Beatrice Regina Otto Kring of Houston; four nieces, Judy Kring
Beirwirth, Patty Kring Hall, Peggy Kring White and Betty Kring Coffer; three nephews, William
Bierwirth, Terry Hall and Bruce Coffer, and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded
in death by his parents; a brother, Malcom “Sonny” Otto; and a sister, Louise Pauline Otto Beck.
Arrangements are with Taylor Brothers funeral Home, Bay City. [Matagorda County Newspapers
ca June 25, 1991]
More About Gilbert Emil Otto:
Burial: Abt. 26 Jun 1991, Magnolia Cemetery, Houston, Harris, TX 217
15. Louis William 10 Richers, Sr. (Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) 218,219 was born 11 Mar 1883 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX 220,221 , and died 27 Jan 1975 in Bay City,
Matagorda, TX 222,223 . He married Julia Wilhelmina Letzerich 31 Dec 1913 in Fayette County, TX, daughter of
John Letzerich and Justina Hans. She was born 26 Jun 1891 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX 224,225 , and died 26 Sep
1987 in Matagorda Co., TX 226,227,228 .
Notes for Louis William Richers, Sr.:
Richers
Louis William Richers, 91, of Bay City died at the Matagorda General Hospital January 27. He was born in La
Grange, March 11, 1883. Survivors include: wife, Ms. Julia Letzerich Richers of Bay City; daughters, Mrs.
Elveria Cernosek of San Antonio, Mrs. Genevieve Gaudet of Acampo, Calif., Mrs. Sybella Green of Bay City,
Mrs. Julia Marie O’Roark of Dallas, Mrs. Lilly Carr and Mrs. Antoinette Brueggan of Bay City; sons, L. W.
Richers, Jr. of Bay City, Frank Richers of Tehran, Iran, E. E. Richers of Greenville and Sherwood A. Richers of
Albuquerque, New Mexico; sister, Mrs. Frances Hunger of Austin; 37 grandchildren and 36 great grandchildren.
Services are pending at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Arrangements made by Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. [The
Daily Tribune, Tuesday, January 28, 1975]
More About Louis William Richers, Sr.:
Burial: Abt. 29 Jan 1975, Roselawn Cemetery, Van Vleck, Matagorda Co., TX
Notes for Julia Wilhelmina Letzerich:
Richers
Funeral services for Julia Richers, 96, of Bay City will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday at Holy Cross Catholic Church
with the Rev. Charles Sonnier officiating. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Park, Van Vleck. A rosary will
be held 8 p.m. Tuesday at Taylor Brothers Funeral Home chapel. Mrs. Richers was born June 26, 1891, in
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LaGrange, Texas, to William and Justina Hans Letzerich and died Sept. 26, 1987, at Matagorda House. Prior to
her death, Mrs. Richers was the oldest member at Holy Cross Catholic Church. Survivors include six daughters,
Elviera Cernosek of San Antonio, Geneveieve Gaudet of Acampo, Calif., Julia Marie O’Roark of Dallas, Lilly
Carr, Sybella Green and Antoinette Rogers, all of Bay City; four sons, L.W. Richers and E.E. “Otto” Richers of
Bay City, Frank Richers of Santiago, Chili, and Sherwood Richers of Albuquerque, N.M.; 36 grandchildren; 58
great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Pallbearers include Robert Richers, Stanley Cernosek II,
Johann Richers, Douglas Green, Barry O’Roark, Joe Lawhon, Kirk Carr and Andy Richers. Contributions can be
made to Holy Cross School Foundation or the charity of you choice. Arrangements are with Taylor Brothers
Funeral Home, Bay City. [Matagorda County Newspaper, Bay City, Texas, September 1987]
More About Julia Wilhelmina Letzerich:
Burial: Abt. 28 Sep 1987, Roselawn Cemetery, Van Vleck, Matagorda Co., TX 229
Marriage Notes for Louis Richers and Julia Letzerich:
Marriage Licenses
Louis Richers and Miss Julia Letzerich.
United in Marriage
Last Wednesday afternoon Rev. Otto Bauer performed the ceremony which united in marriage Miss Julia
Letzerich and Louis Richers. Present and witnessing the ceremony which took place at the home of the bride's
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Letzerich, were immediate relatives and a few friends. Following the ceremony, and
the receiving of congratulations, the guests partook of a sumptuous wedding supper. The young couple, reared
here, possess a legion of friends, and are entering upon their matrimonial journey with the best wishes of all for a
prosperous future. They left on the belated Katy passenger train for Bay City, where the bridegroom is engaged
in farming. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, January 8, 1914]
Children of Louis Richers and Julia Letzerich are:
+ 49 i. Louis William 11 Richers, Jr., born 01 Oct 1914 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX; died 21 Mar 1989 in
Matagorda Co., TX.
+ 50 ii. Elviera Rose Richers, born Private.
+ 51 iii. Genevieve Justina Richers, born Private.
+ 52 iv. Francis Henry Richers, born Private.
+ 53 v. Sybella Pauline Richers, born Private.
+ 54 vi. Julia Marie Richers, born Private.
+ 55 vii. Lilly Elise Richers, born Private.
56 viii. Antonia Antoinette Richers, born Private. She married (1) Edward John Brueggen Private; born 09 May
1921 in Okarche, Canadian, OK; died 07 Jan 1969 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX 230 . She married (2)
Elmer L. Rogers Private; born 15 Oct 1913 in Corum, Stephens, OK 231 ; died 27 Apr 1990 231 .
More About Edward John Brueggen:
Burial: Abt. 09 Jan 1969, Roselawn Cemetery, Van Vleck, Matagorda Co., TX
More About Elmer L. Rogers:
Burial: Abt. 28 Apr 1990, Roselawn Cemetery, Van Vleck, Matagorda Co., TX
+ 57 ix. Emil Eugene Richers, born 25 Jan 1928 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX; died 07 Nov 1995 in Bay City,
Matagorda Co., TX.
+ 58 x. Sherwood Andrew Richers, born Private.
17. Alfred Charles 10 Richers (Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 232,233,234
was born 18 May 1890 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX 235,236 , and died 19 Nov 1970 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX 237,238 .
He married Frances Opal Taylor. She was born 04 Feb 1913, and died 24 Sep 1982 in Bay City, Matagorda,
TX 238 .
Notes for Alfred Charles Richers:
Richers
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Richers, Alfred C., age 80, passed away on November 19 in Matagorda General Hospital. He was a native of La
Grange, Tex. but had been a resident of Bay City for 63 years. Mr. Richers was a member of the First
Presbyterian Church, the Oddfellows and Fraternal Order of Eagles. He is survived by widow, Mrs. Frances
Taylor Richers, and five sons: Alfred Bryan, John Wesley, Gus Clifton, Charles George and Victor Eugene, all of
Bay City; also, one sister, Mrs. Frances Hunger of Austin, and one brother, L. W. Richers, Sr. of Bay City. He
also had 8 grandchildren. Funeral services will be in Taylor Brothers Chapel at 2:00 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20. The
Reverend W. D. O’Neal will officiate and interment will be in Roselawn Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be
Burton Lee Bates, Bill Fehmel, Jimmy Shawler, Gilbert Otto, James Cheatham and James Wagnor. Taylor
Brothers Funeral Home in charge. [The Daily Tribune, Thursday, November 19, 1970]
More About Alfred Charles Richers:
Burial: 20 Nov 1970, Roselawn Cemetery, Van Vleck, Matagorda Co., TX 239
Children of Alfred Richers and Frances Taylor are:
+ 59 i. Gus Clifton 11 Richers, born 16 Mar 1936 in Bay City, Matagorda Co., TX; died 20 Apr 1987 in
Baytown, Harris, TX.
60 ii. Alfred Bryan Richers 240,241 , born 15 Apr 1932 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX 242,243 ; died 31 Dec 1987 in
Houston, Harris, TX 244,245 . He married Amie L. Sullivan Private; born Private.
Notes for Alfred Bryan Richers:
Richers
Graveside services for Bryan Richers, 55, of Bay City will be held 10 a.m. Monday at Roselawn
Memorial Park, Van Vleck. Mr. Richers was born April 15, 1932, in Bay City to Alfred Charles and
Frances Opal Taylor Richers and died Dec. 31, 1987, at Veterans Hospital, Houston. A lifelong resident
of Bay City, he was a veteran of the Korean Conflict and a member of the Baptist church. Survivors
include three brothers, Charles G. Richers and Victor E. Richers, both of Bay City, and John Wesley
Richers of Kilgore, Texas. Arrangements are with Taylor Brothers Funeral Home, Bay City. [Matagorda
County Newspaper, ca January 1988]
More About Alfred Bryan Richers:
Burial: Abt. 02 Jan 1988, Roselawn Cemetery, Van Vleck, Matagorda Co., TX
+ 61 iii. John Wesley Richers, born Private.
+ 62 iv. Regina Frances Richers, born 04 Feb 1935 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX; died 26 Oct 1969 in Bay City,
Matagorda, TX.
+ 63 v. Charles George Richers, born Private.
64 vi. Victor Eugene Richers 246 , born 28 Nov 1939 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX 246,247 ; died 20 Mar 2003 in
Bay City, Matagorda, TX 247 .
Notes for Victor Eugene Richers:
Richers
Vic Richers, 63, of Bay City died March 20, 2003 at Matagorda General Hospital. He was born
November 28, 1939 in Bay City to the late Alfred Charles and Frances Opel Taylor Richers. Vic was a
life long resident of Bay City and a member of the Baptist Church. Survivors include: brothers, John
Wesley Richers of Kilgore, Texas and Charles George Richers of Bay City; and several nieces and
nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister, Regina Haverlah, and brothers, Alfred Bryan Richers
and Gus Clifton Richers. Graveside funeral service was Saturday, March 22, 2003 at 1 p.m. at Roselawn
Memorial Park in Van Vleck. Arrangements were with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. [The Bay City
Tribune, March 23, 2003]
More About Victor Eugene Richers:
Burial: 22 Mar 2003, Roselawn Memorial Park, Van Vleck, Matagorda, TX
18. Willahemina Francisca 10 Richers (Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) 248,249,250,251 was born 18 May 1892 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX 252,253,254 , and died 13 Nov 1987 in
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Austin, Travis, TX 255,256 . She married Frederich William Hunger 257,258,259,260,261,262 07 Nov 1915 in LaGrange,
Fayette, TX 263 , son of Carl Hunger and Augusta Tell. He was born 21 Nov 1877 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX 264 ,
and died 28 Sep 1963 in Austin, Travis, TX 264 .
Notes for Willahemina Francisca Richers:
Hunger, Frances Richers, 95, of Austin died Friday. Services 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Weed-Corley Funeral Home.
Graveside services 4 p.m. at La Grange City Cemetery. [Austin American-Statesman, Saturday, November 14,
1987]
Frances Richers Hunger
Frances Richers Hunger, age 95, of Austin and La Grange, died Friday. She was born May 18, 1892, in La
Grange, Texas, the daughter of Emil Richers and Elise Huebner Richers. She received a teaching certificate by
attending classes conducted in La Grange and graduated with honors from the Normal. She taught in the Fayette
County Schools at Halstead and Bluff from 1911-1916. After teaching several years, she was married to Fred
William Hunger who preceded her in death in September, 1963. She was active in church work, civic activities,
and educational activities in La Grange, prior to moving to Austin to live with her daughter in 1961 when illness
of her husband necessitated the move. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Regina H. Welge of Austin; grandson,
Jack H. Welge, Jr., Longview; a granddaughter-in-law, Mrs. Ava Avent Welge, (Mrs. Jack H. Welge, Jr.); two
great-grandchildren, Kirsten Welge and Kathleen Welge of Longview; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Alma Richers,
Smithville; and many nieces, nephews and friends. Services, 1:30 PM, Sunday, Weed-Corley Funeral Home,
Austin, Texas, and graveside services at 4:00 PM, Sunday at La Grange City Cemetery, La Grange, Texas.
Honorary pallbearers are Willie Kosurek, Herman Jones, John T. Patterson, Roland Anderson, Charles Dent,
Stephen Brougher, Homer Grubbs and Colin Bobbitt. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be
given to the charity of your choice. Arrangements by Weed-Corley Funeral Home, 3125 N. Lamar, 452-8811.
[Austin American-Statesman, Sunday, November 15, 1987]
More About Willahemina Francisca Richers:
Burial: 15 Nov 1987, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX 265
Notes for Frederich William Hunger:
O. A. and F. W. Hunger, accompanied by their mother and J. F. Koehler, were visitors at Schulenburg and
Weimer last Sunday. The trip was made overland in the auto belonging to F. W. Hunger without mishap. [The
La Grange Journal, Thursday, February 15, 1912]
GOOD NEWS TO THEIR LA GRANGE FRIENDS
F. W. Hunger returned at the weekend from Bay City, where he had visited with relatives and attended to business
matters. Mr. Hunger informs the Journal that the new, flowing oil well recently brought in near Bay City, is
located on land adjoining the property of his brothers-in-law, the Richers', all of which land has been leased to the
oil company. The Richers family formerly lived at La Grange, in the home now occupied by Paul Hensel and
family. Glad to hear of their good fortune. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, March 12, 1936]
Fred W. Hunger
The body of Fred W. Hunger, 85, 3313 Big Bend Drive, was sent to La Grange Sunday by the Weed-Corley
Funeral Home. Funeral services were held at the Travis Street Methodist Church Monday at 3:30 p.m. Dr. James
William Morgan and Rev. Paul Grout officiated with burial in the La Grange Cemetery. [The Austin Statesman,
Monday, September 30, 1963]
F. W. Hunger, Retired Merchant and City Benefactor, Expires
Fred W. (Fritz) Hunger, 85, a retired La Grange businessman, passed away Saturday night a Seton hospital in
Austin, where he had resided with his daughter, Mrs. Jack H. Welge, for the past two years. Mr. Hunger was
brought to the Koenig Funeral Home Sunday afternoon and taken to the Travis Street Methodist church at 1:30
p.m. Monday where funeral services were held at 3:30, Dr. James Wm. Morgan of Austin and Rev. Paul A. Grout
Jr. officiated. Burial was in the La Grange city cemetery. Born November 21, 1877, he was the son of Carl
August and Augusta Tell Hunger and was a lifelong resident of La Grange. He was associated with his late
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other, Otto A. Hunger, in the mercantile business, a Wells Fargo agency, and the Hunger Variety store from
1903 until retirement in 1946. He was active in the local chamber of commerce and served as a city councilman
for years. He was an interested member in the formation of the Fayette County Fair Assn., and an early
stockholder in the Farmers Lumber Co. and The First National Bank. Mr. Hunger was interested in developing
pecans and raising registered cattle on his farm, was an active oil and minerals scout, member of an orchestra, and
developed many interesting inventions. He was married on November 21, 1915, to Frances Julia Richers, who
survives. In addition to his wife, daughter and son-in-law, he is survived by a grandson, Jack Welge Jr. of Austin,
and a cousin Fritz Tell of Weimar. His brother and business associate, Otto, passed away in August 25, 1960.
[The Fayette County Record, October 1, 1963]
More About Frederich William Hunger:
Burial: 30 Sep 1963, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX 266,267
Marriage Notes for Willahemina Richers and Frederich Hunger:
F. W. Hunger is having a neat , five-room cottage built on the lot next to his mother's property. As Fritz has
always been conceded to be a confirmed bachelor, there is some speculation among his friends. [La Grange
Journal, November 4, 1915]
Married Sunday
At the Methodist church Sunday afternoon, Rev. Gibbons united in marriage F. W. Hunger and Miss Francis
Richers, relatives of the contracting parties only, witnessing the ceremony. The couple is present domiciled at the
home of the bridegroom's mother. The contracting parties are both well known to our readers. The bride was
reared near this city, possesses many accomplishments and a legion of friends. The bridegroom, one of our
successful business men was born and reared here. We join their friends in wishing them bon voyage. [La
Grange Journal, November 18, 1915]
Child of Willahemina Richers and Frederich Hunger is:
+ 65 i. Regina Victoria 11 Hunger, born 21 Nov 1916 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX; died 13 Feb 2006 in Longview,
Gregg, TX.
21. Annie 10 Huebner (George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann
August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 268,269,270 was born 13 Oct 1884 in La Grange,
Fayette, TX 271 , and died 01 Nov 1969 in Ballinger, Runnels, TX 272 . She married John Forrest McMillan 273,274
27 Aug 1907 in Fayette County, TX 275 . He was born 13 Jun 1886 in Texas 276 , and died 15 Mar 1963 in Runnels
Co., TX 277 .
Notes for Annie Huebner:
Forrest McMillan and wife of Ballinger are out at the home of their parents, George Huebner and wife, for a few
weeks' visit. Forrest found crop conditions hereabouts more flattering than at Ballinger, where rain is an unknown
blessing. He pictures a gloomy scene of bald country and a patient yet suffering people. [The La Grange Journal,
Thursday, July 25, 1918]
Marriage Notes for Annie Huebner and John McMillan:
Marriage Licenses
John Forrest McMillan and Miss Annie Huebner.
Forest McMillan and Miss Annie Huebner were happily married on Wednesday of last week, Judge Willrich
officiating. The bride is the second daughter of our good friend George Huebner, and the groom, is an
industrious young farmer of the Holman neighborhood. The Journal offers its hearty congratulations for a happy
married life. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, September 5, 1907]
Children of Annie Huebner and John McMillan are:
66 i. Lillian Troy 11 McMillan 278,279 , born 11 Jun 1908 in Texas 280,281 ; died 01 Jan 1989 in Runnels Co., TX 282 .
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+ 67 ii. Mozelle McMillan, born 24 Jun 1910 in Texas; died 02 Aug 1994 in Runnels Co., TX.
22. George Lee 10 Huebner (George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann
August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 283,284,285 was born 13 Aug 1885 in La Grange,
Fayette Co., TX 286 , and died 14 Dec 1952 in Wharton, Wharton Co., TX 287 . He married Leta Belle Taylor 288 20
Jun 1917 in Iago, Wharton, TX 289 , daughter of Marcus Taylor and May Glenn. She was born 29 Jan 1895 in Don
Tol, Wharton Co., TX 290 , and died 29 May 1990 in Victoria, Victoria Co., TX 291,292 .
Notes for George Lee Huebner:
Wharton County Newspaper
December 1952
Services Held For Mr. Huebner Mon.
Mr. George Lee Huebner died at a local hospital following a heart attack on Sunday, December 14th. Funeral
services under the direction of Broughton-Hinze Mortuary were held at the graveside in the City Cemetery
Monday afternoon, December 15th, at 4 o’clock. Rev. John Elder, pastor of the Presbyterian church had charge
of the religious service. Mr. Huebner, who was a prominent farmer and rancher in this section of the state, was
born in La Grange on August 13th, 1885. He was married to Miss Leta Belle Taylor and five sons were born to
the union, all of whom survive him. Mr. Huebner was one of the finest men in the County and his high standard
of integrity was matched by his qualities of friendship, sympathetic charity, and feeling for the brotherhood of
man. His fine sons are monuments to his life of devotion to his family. He was a member of the Presbyterian
church. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Leta Taylor Huebner; sons, George Lee, Jr., of Bryan, Marcus of
Arlington, Burt Lewis, William Glenn, and David Newsome, all of Lane City; six grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs.
Gus Albrecht of La Grange, and Mrs. Forrest McMillen of Ballinger. Pall bearers were the five sons of the
deceased and Mr. Tolliver Huebner. R. D. Little of Wharton was the attending physician. Harrold H. Hinze of
Broughton-Hinze funeral home was the funeral director. [Wharton County Newspaper, December 1952]
More About George Lee Huebner:
Burial: 15 Dec 1952, City Cemetery, Wharton, Wharton Co., TX 293
Notes for Leta Belle Taylor:
Huebner
Funeral services for Leta Belle Huebner, 95, of Lane City will be held 4 p.m. Friday at the Wharton Funeral
Home chapel with the Rev. Joe Gossett officiating. Burial will follow at the Wharton City Cemetery. Mrs.
Huebner was born Jan. 29, 1895, to Marcus and May Glenn Taylor in Don Tol, Texas, and died May 29, 1990, in
Victoria. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Wharton. She is survived by her sons and
daughters-in-law, George Lee and Patricia Huebner Jr. of College Station, Bert and Dorothy Huebner of Bay
City, Billy and Jutta Huebner of Houston, David and Ruth Huebner of Victoria and Wynelle Schlick Huebner of
Arlington; 19 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, George Lee
Huebner Sr., her son Marcus Taylor Huebner, and two grandsons, Richard Lee Huebner and Daniel Baer
Huebner. Pallbearers are her grandsons, George Huebner III, Roger F. Huebner, Taylor Huebner, Glenn
Huebner, Bill Huebner, Michael Huebner, Roger G. Huebner and Barry Huebner. Arrangements are with
Wharton Funeral Home, Wharton. [The Daily Tribune, Bay City, Texas, Thursday, May 31, 1990]
More About Leta Belle Taylor:
Burial: 01 Jun 1990, City Cemetery, Wharton, Wharton Co., TX
Marriage Notes for George Huebner and Leta Taylor:
As was reported in the newspaper of the day:
Surprise Announcement
A delightful event of Wednesday was an afternoon at home, given by Mrs. M. D. Taylor, ostensibly for the
enjoyment of forty-two, but which developed into the interesting announcement of the engagement and
approaching marriage of her daughter, Leta Belle, to George Lee Huebner. The wedding is to be on June 20th.
The bit of news was made known by "A Little Bird Told Me," little Virginia Mick and Audry Lacey rolling a teawagon
decorated with red, white, and blue, on which rested a small tree with birds of every hue. Little Virginia
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announced, "A red bird told me to bring this tree;" and Audry "A blue bird told me to tell the young ladies to see
why I brought this tree." Each young lady took a bird, reading: 1st message, "A little bird told me of an
engagement in the air;" 2nd, "And it will be shortly be announced;" 3rd, "The bride is not unknown to us;" 4th,
"There will be a Maid of Honor;" 5th, "And a best man;" 6th, "But what's their names or whars their hames I
dinna care to tell;" No. 7 tells us that a short march will tell. The wedding march was played by Miss May Etta
Taylor. The march begins, being led by Miss Leslie Mick. A merry chase was gone through each room and hall,
and as the dining room is approached the music gets faster and louder, as the happy crowd enters, where they find
"A kewpie bridal party in the center of a beautifully decorated table, and a kewpie holding a card, making the
announcement; congratulations were freely extended. Dainty refreshments were served by the Misses Taylor,
assisted by Misses Ora Hooper, Willie Belle Hurst and Leslie Mick.
Leta Belle and George Lee met at a house party on Andrew Huebner's farm near Bay City. George had borrowed
some mules and returned them while the party was going on. He was invited to stay for dinner and stayed till
midnight.
As was reported in the newspaper of the day:
They were married at the Bride's home on Wednesday morning at 10:30 a.m. by the Reverend T. C. Johnson,
Presbyterian Minister, of Houston. Preceding the arrival of the wedding party Miss Pauline Huebner, of Bay City,
sweetly sang "Oh Promise Me," followed by the wedding march, played by Miss Etta Taylor, to accompaniment
of which the bridal party passed down the stairs to the parlor, beautifully decorated in green and white, and stood
under a large white wedding bell. The bride made
a charming picture in gown of gray shiffon tafater with a shower boquet of brides roses and sweet peas. Mrs.
George Mick, sister of the bride, and Mrs. Van Arnold, of Florence, Ala., Cousin, acted as matrons of honor.
Miss Marguerite Huebner, as maid of honor, looked lovely in a suit of copenhagen blue tafater, and carried an
arm boquet of pin gladiolas, Mr. Dudley Huebner, of Bay City, acting as best man. After congratulations and best
wishes were extended the young couple tried to slip away without being seen, but brides and grooms propose and
young people dispose, so their car was held up and liberally showered with rice. The out of town guests were Mr.
Loie Huebner and sisters, of La Grange; Miss Delta Myers, La Grange; Mrs. Van Arnold, Florence, Ala.; Mrs.
Randolph Klesha, Bay City; Mrs. Frances Huebner and daughters, Bay City; Mr. and Mrs. C. S. Eidman, Bay
City; Mesdames. Bolton, Sanders, Outler, Kemp, Neal, Ahldag and Dockery, of Wharton.
Their marriage license was obtained from Matagorda County, Texas.
Huebner-Taylor
One of the prettiest weddings to ever have been solemnized in this section took place at Iago yesterday morning at
10:30 o’clock, at the home of the bride’s mother, Mrs. Marcus D. Taylor, the contracting parties being Mr.
George Huebner, a very prominent young planter of this city, and Miss Leta Belle Taylor, the beautiful and
accomplished daughter of Mrs. Marcus D Taylor, and of one of the foremost families in this section of the State.
The ceremony was performed by Rev. T. C. Johnston, a Presbyterian divine of Houston. The home was
beautifully decorated for the occasion and about one hundred guests assembled from many parts of this and
Wharton Counties. The matrons were Mrs. George Mick of Iago and Mrs. Arnold of New Orleans, the attendants
being Mr. Dudley Huebner of this city and Miss Marguerite Taylor, sister of the bride. Miss Pauline Huebner, in a
beautifully impressive manner, sang, “Oh Promise Me,” accompanied by Miss Marguerite Taylor. Immediately
after the ceremony the wedding party left via automobile for Houston, from which point they will visit several
other places of interest, prior to returning to Bay City where they will make their home. Mr. Huebner had made
this city and immediate vicinity his home for practically a life-time, is of one of the county’s best families, is very
popular himself and has a large circle of friends. The bride is of one of the oldest and most prominent families in
this country and is also very popular. The friends of both extend the heartiest congratulations. Among those in
attendance were the following, from Bay City: Mrs. Franz Huebner and daughters, Misses Pauline and
Marguerite, and son, John; Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Eidman, Mrs. A. Richers, Miss Richers and Freddie Richers, Mr.
A. Huebner, Mrs. R. A. Kleska, Mrs. L. W. Brown and two children, Miss Grace Williams, Dudley Huebner and
Bernard Hurst. [The Matagorda Tribune, Bay City, Texas, June 22, 1917]
From Thursday’s Daily.
Mr. Louis Huebner and sisters, Misses Helen, Ella and Gussie Huebner, and Miss Meeks, all of La Grange,
autoed to Bay City yesterday to spend the night, after attending the Huebner-Taylor wedding at Iago. [The
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Matagorda County Tribune, Bay City, Texas, June 22, 1917]
Huebner – Taylor
Two Popular Members of Prominent Families United at Iago Wednesday
Wharton Spectator
In the marriage at the home of the bride’s mother, Mrs. M. D. Taylor, at Iago Wednesday morning of Miss Leta
Belle Taylor and Mr. George Lee Huebner of Bay City, were united two of the most prominent families of this
section of Texas. The home had been artistically decorated for the event and the ceremony was performed by Dr.
T. C. Johnston, assisted by Rev. Arrowood of the Presbyterian Church. Preceding the ceremony, Miss Pauline
Huebner sweetly sang “O Promise Me,” after which the bridal party entered to the accompaniment of
Mendelssohn’s wedding march, played by Miss Mae Etta Taylor, sister of the bride, who entered with the groom,
wore a lovely gown of gray chiffon taffeta, and carried a bouquet of bride’s roses with a shower of sweet peas.
Mrs. Van Arnold of Florence, Ala. was matron of honor, and was gowned in taffeta with hat of white, carrying
pink carnations. Mrs. George C. Mick, matron of honor, was gowned in apple-green silk with large picture hat,
carrying pink carnations. Miss Marguerite Taylor, as maid of honor, wore Copenhagen blue taffeta with a picture
hat to match, carried an arm bouquet of pink sweet peas. Mr. Dudley Huebner acted as best man. Mr. and Mrs.
Huebner left for a bridal visit to Galveston, and after July 1 will be at home to their friends at Bay City. The
many handsome presents received attests the popularity of Mr. and Mrs. Huebner, among them being a complete
dining room suite from Mr. A. Huebner and son, Dudley; a chest of silver from Mrs. M. D. Taylor, cut glass
water set from Mr. and Mrs. G. G. Mick, silver butter knives from Mrs. Van Arnold, orange spoons from Mrs. J.
O. Dabney of Florence, Ala.; silver sandwich tray from Mr. and Mrs. Amos Mick; cut glass fern dish, Miss Leslie
Mick; punch set, Mrs. W. L. Hurst; cut glass nappies, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Mick; salad forks, Miss Marguerite
Taylor; pie forks, Miss Mae Etta Taylor; cut glass, Miss Ada George; salad set, Miss Ora Hooper and brother;
checks fro $100 from W. T. Taylor, Louis Huebner and George Huebner and wife, and other presents too
numerous to enumerate. [The Daily Tribune, Saturday, June 23, 1917]
Excerpts from an interview of Leta Belle by George Lee Huebner, Jr. and Nancy Allen Huebner:
"I taught at Iago 3 years before I married. We sent out invitations to all the school parents and everybody - the
whole town was invited if they wanted to. The reason I said that - because I got about 300 presents. I had more
presents, I tell you - nice ones, and a whole lot of cut glass - more than anything else. And anyway, we were
married in the morning, and then we ate dinner in Richmond and went down to the Bristol Hotel and stayed all
night at the Bristol Hotel and went down to Galveston the next morning and spent the next day and night down in
Galveston."
Did you go on the train?
"No, we went in the car. He had a Saxon Roadster. I don't suppose they make the Saxons anymore. I thought
they wouldn't have so much trouble, you know, with such a big to-do, but it was a big thing anyway. A lot of
them stayed overnight - the guests. And Kiki, of course, fed them all."
Why did your minister come all the way from Houston?
"We didn't have a minister there - you see Kiki organized the Sunday school and we just had a visiting minister
when you could get one. That was Dr. Johnson. He's the one from Ireland. I guess he's dead and gone by now.
I've got his picture in there."
("... the couple tried to slip away without being seen" from the newspaper clipping from the wedding.
"We did, and Bernard got in front of the car and wouldn't get out of the way. I haven't heard the announcement
party notes (newspaper clipping) in a long time. I know we did, and we had a big cake pan that was made in the
shape of a heart, and I guess they used angel food cake recipe or something, anyway some white cake and it's a
great big heart about like this
(circle made with whole arms) and it's hanging on the wall out there in the little house. Kiki had it made when
Loudie married because they wanted a big wedding cake and nobody had a pan like that and so she had the
people in Wharton to make one for them - the blacksmith I guess you'd call him. And that's the last cake I made -
one for Billy's 6th birthday and it takes about 3 recipes of Angel food cake to fill it and so I was going to make a
big cake for him and for some crazy reason - I guess 'cause there was too much dough in it for it to cook through,
the thing fell. It just went down to about an inch and one-half through. It really ruined it - that cake wasn't good
at all and so we got along without the cake, but I never made another cake. I haven't made a cake since then. I
said there's two things I'm not going to ever do any more - I'm not going to ever cook a roast and I'm not going to
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make a cake."
Children of George Huebner and Leta Taylor are:
+ 68 i. George Lee 11 Huebner, Jr., born Private.
+ 69 ii. Marcus Taylor Huebner, born 13 Jan 1920 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX; died 05 Apr 1972 in Houston,
Harris, TX.
+ 70 iii. Bert Lewis Huebner, born Private.
+ 71 iv. William Glenn Huebner, born Private.
+ 72 v. David Newsome Huebner, born Private.
23. Ella Mae 10 Huebner (George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann
August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 294,295,296,297,298 was born 09 Sep 1888 in La
Grange, Fayette, TX 299,300,301 , and died 06 Sep 1973 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX 302,303,304 . She married Gustav
William Albrecht 305,306,307,308 27 Jun 1917 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX, son of William Albrecht and Nancy
Heinsohn. He was born 18 Jul 1888 in Texas 309,310,311 , and died 24 Mar 1974 in La Grange, Fayette Co.,
TX 312,313 .
Notes for Ella Mae Huebner:
Albrecht
Funeral services for Mrs. Ella Mae Albrecht, 84 of La Grange were held Saturday, September 9, at 10:30 A.M. at
the Koenig Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Frank McElroy, Jr. of La Grange officiating. Burial was in the La
Grange City Cemetery. Mrs. Albrecht passed away last Thursday in Fayette Memorial Hospital. She was born on
September 9, 1888 in Bluff, the daughter of George and Lizzie Willrich Huebner, and was married to Gus
Albrecht on June 27, 1919, in La Grange. She was a lifelong La Grange resident. Surviving are her husband Gus
of La Grange; two daughters, Mrs. Gussie Hill of Nacogdoches and Mrs. Arolee Hoy of New Orleans, La., one
son, Lynn Grasshoff of Los Angeles, California: 10 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. (note: She was
the daughter of George and Lizzie Warnken Huebner.) [The La Grange Journal, Tuesday, September 11, 1973]
More About Ella Mae Huebner:
Burial: 09 Sep 1973, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX 314
Notes for Gustav William Albrecht:
Gus Albrecht Funeral Set At 2 Tuesday
Gus W. Albrecht, a lifelong La Grange resident of 408 W. Colorado St., passed away Sunday at Fayette
Memorial Hospital. He was 85. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Koenig Funeral Home
chapel with Rev. Frank McElroy jr. officiating, and burial will follow in the La Grange city cemetery. Mr.
Albrecht was born July 18, 1888, and was united in marriage with Miss Ella Mae Huebner at La Grange on June
27, 1919. His wife preceded Mr. Albrecht in death on September 6, 1973. He was a retired postal employee here
at La Grange, and also served on the La Grange city council for many years. Surviving Mr. Albrecht are two
daughters, Mrs. Gussie Hill of Nacogdoches and Mrs. Arolee Hoy of New Orleans, La.; a son Lynn Grasshoff of
Los Angeles, California; a sister Mrs. Louis J. Oeding of La Grange; also 10 grandchildren and two greatchildren.
[The Fayette County Record, March 26, 1974]
More About Gustav William Albrecht:
Burial: 26 Mar 1974, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette, TX 315
Military service: 1916
Marriage Notes for Ella Huebner and Gustav Albrecht:
Mr. and Mrs. George Huebner announce the marriage of their daughter:
Ella Mae to Mr. Gustav William Albrecht
on Wednesday, the twenty-seventh day of June Nineteen hundred and seventeen La Grange, Texas
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At Home after July the twentieth La Grange, Texas
Children of Ella Huebner and Gustav Albrecht are:
+ 73 i. Gussie Inez 11 Albrecht, born Private.
+ 74 ii. Arolee Albrecht, born 09 Apr 1926 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX; died 09 Oct 2004 in New Orleans,
Orleans, LA.
+ 75 iii. Lynn Howard Grasshoff, born Private.
25. Lola Mae 10 Huebner (Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann
August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 26 Jul 1878 316 , and died 03 Feb
1968 in Taylor Co., TX 317 . She married Leander Walter Brown. He died Unknown.
Children of Lola Huebner and Leander Brown are:
+ 76 i. Willadean 11 Brown, born 20 Apr 1905 in Bay City, Matagorda Co., TX; died Unknown.
+ 77 ii. Woodlief Fulmore Brown, born 03 Jun 1908 in Bay City, Matagorda Co., TX; died Unknown.
26. Marion Taylor 10 Huebner (Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 ,
Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 318,319 was born 28 Jun 1881 in
Atascosa Co., TX, and died 17 Nov 1927 in El Paso, El Paso, TX 320 . He married Lillian Hurst 321,322 27 Jun
1906 in Florence, Lauderdale, AL, daughter of M. B. Hurst. She was born 11 Aug 1884 in Florence, Lauderdale,
AL 323 , and died 02 May 1947 in Bay City, Matagorda Co., TX 323,324 .
Notes for Marion Taylor Huebner:
LOCALS AND PERSONALS
Mr. Taylor Huebner was in from the ranch today and reports a good crop of everything, which he says is the very
best he ever saw. Cotton, corn and rice crops are all first class practically everywhere, Mr. Huebner said, and the
county will reap a large and profitable harvest, provided no calamity befalls us. [The Matagorda County Tribune,
June 28, 1918]
M. T. Huebner Died At Clint
A telegram was received here today from Clint, Texas, announced the death of Mr. M. T. Huebner who has been
in the El Paso section for the past several months in the interest of his health. Mr. Huebner was afflicted with
tuberculosis, but was getting along fine until pneumonia sat in a few days ago. The telegram stated that the
funeral will take place in El Paso. Mr. Huebner was the son of Mr. and Mrs. A. Huebner and was reared on the
Huebner plantation near here. Besides his parents he is survived by his wife and four children. This paper will
endeavor to get a fuller account of the life of Mr. Huebner for a later issue. [Matagorda County Newspaper,
November 18, 1927]
On the night of November 17, 1927, at 11:45, the Pearly Gates of Heaven stood ajar and a gentle voice
whispered, “Well done, good and faithful servant. Enter thou into the joys of thy home eternal,” and the great
spirit of Marion Taylor Huebner crossed the bar and joined his mother who had been waiting 13 years for him.
He was a man with charity towards all and malice toward none; was loved and respected by all who knew him.
As a husband he was devoted and faithful; as a father, kind and indulgent; a loving son and brother, and as a
friend, loyal and true. Just 46, and they say he is dead. Not so, for nothing dies, but all things live on forever,
they disappear from our mortal sight but they are living in a cleaner atmosphere, a higher altitude. Death is only a
short avenue through which we must pass before entering the broad plain of eternal life. It is only the sifting of
the veil, only the taking of a single step when the green pastures and fountains of living. We who loved him
cannot understand why he was taken away when he was needed so, but we do know that God makes no mistakes
and that he will not comfortless His children who trust Him, for –
“He fights for us when cannot fight:
He comforts us in the darkest night.
The sorrow that bares us down, He bares,
And loves and pardons because He cares.”
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He leaves a loving family, many relatives and friends who will ever miss him, but who, in god’s own time, will
join him beyond the Bar. ‘Till such a time, Lord, teach us all to say: “Thy will be done.” Funeral services were
held Monday afternoon at 2:30 in the Kaster & Maxon chapel, the Rev. R. S. McKee officiating. Burial was in
Evergreen cemetery. Floral offerings were lavish and beautiful. ---- waters, where God shall wipe all tears away.
[Matagorda County Newspaper, December 5, 1927]
More About Marion Taylor Huebner:
Burial: Abt. 19 Nov 1927, Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, Matagorda, TX
Notes for Lillian Hurst:
Funeral Services Are Held Sunday For Mrs. Huebner
Funeral services for Mrs. Lillian Huebner of Bay City were held at the First Presbyterian church Sunday
afternoon with burial in the Cedarvale Cemetery. The Rev. Ernest Deutsch officiated with Taylor Brothers in
charge of the arrangements. Mrs. Huebner was the widow of the late M. T. Huebner. Born in Florence, Alabama,
she moved here in 1906. After an illness of several months, Mrs. Huebner died in the Matagorda General
hospital at --:30 o’clock Friday night, May 2. Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. Bob Wilkinson of Bay City;
three sons, M. T. Huebner of Bay City, Raleigh Huebner of the U.S. Maritime Service, and Robert Huebner of
Bandera, two sisters, Mrs. Dudley Huebner of Bay City and Miss Jessie Mae Hurst of San Antonio; one brother,
B. J. Hurst of Bay City. Pallbearers were Jerome Moore, Walcott Rugeley, C. E. Hecken---, T. J. Poole, Maurice
Brough--, and Glenn Taylor. [Matagorda County Newspaper, May 6, 1947]
More About Lillian Hurst:
Burial: Abt. 04 May 1947, Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, Matagorda, TX
Children of Marion Huebner and Lillian Hurst are:
+ 78 i. Marion Toliver 11 Huebner, born 03 Mar 1908 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX; died 01 Aug 1976 in Bay
City, Matagorda Co., TX.
+ 79 ii. Robert Taylor Huebner, born 02 Aug 1910 in Matagorda Co., Tx; died 30 Aug 1990 in Matagorda Co.,
TX.
80 iii. Raleigh Douglas Huebner 325,326,327 , born 14 Oct 1913 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX 328 ; died 22 Oct 2003
in Bay City, Matagorda, TX 328,329 . He married Claribel Mason 24 Jun 1944 in Bay City, Matagorda,
TX 330,331 ; born 21 Mar 1916 in Markham, Matagorda, TX 332,333 ; died 17 Jul 1971 in Bay City,
Matagorda Co., TX 334,335 .
Notes for Raleigh Douglas Huebner:
HUEBNER
Raleigh Douglas Huebner, 90, of Bay City died October 22, 2003 at Matagorda General Hospital in Bay
City. He was born October 14,1913 in Bay City to the late Marion Taylor and Lillian Hurst Huebner.
Mr. Huebner was a lifelong resident of Bay City and was a member and Ruling Elder of the First
Presbyterian Church. Raleigh graduated from Bay City High School in 1932. He served in the Merchant
Marines during WWII from 1942 - 1945 as a ships Marine Engineer, and retired from the Merchant
Marines in 1971. He married Claribel Mason on June 24,1944, and they made Bay City their home.
Raleigh was very active in community civic groups, especially the Bay City Country Club. He along
with his brother Bob established the local chapter of "The Sons of the Republic of Texas" Matagorda
Chapter# 35 in 1985, and in 1990 he was awarded the "The Order of the Knights of San Jacinto".
Raleigh had a great love for the American way of life. Survivors include: sister, Lillian Luceile
Wilkinson of Bay City; nephews, Bobby Wilkinson and Doug Huebner both of Bay City, and Don
Huebner of New Mexico; niece, Martha Wilkinson Lake of Las Vegas, Nevada; numerous great nieces
and nephews; and a very special care giver, Pam Hill of Bay City. He was preceded in death by his wife
Claribel Huebner July 7,1971, brothers, Robert Taylor and Marion Toliver "Top" Huebner; and his
nephew, William A. "Bill" Huebner. Funeral service was 2 p.m. Friday, October 24,2003, at the First
Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Sam Steele officiating. Sam Houston, IV will serve as eulogist.
Interment followed at Cedarvale Cemetery. Pallbearers were Jack Conner, Torsten Norman-Petersen,
Donald E. Brown, Wayne Head, Sam Trevino, and Lindsey Thompson. Honorary pallbearers were Bert
Huebner, Gen. Edward F. Wenglar, Sam Houston IV, Bill Thompson, and Clyde Workman. Memorials
may be made to the First Presbyterian Church. Arrangements were with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home.
[Bay City Tribune, October 23, 2003]
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More About Raleigh Douglas Huebner:
Burial: 24 Oct 2003, Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, Matagorda, TX 336
Notes for Claribel Mason:
Mrs. R. D. Huebner Dies, Rites Today
Funeral services were held today for Mrs. Raleigh D. (Clarbel) Huebner who died Saturday afternoon at
Matagorda General Hospital. Mrs. Huebner had reportedly been suffering for some time from cancer.
She was 55. A life-long resident of Matagorda County, Mrs. Huebner was well-known in the
community. She had worked at the First National Bank of Bay City for 27 years and was an active
member of the First United Methodist Church. Funeral services were held for the Markham-born woman
at 10:30 a.m. today from The First United Methodist Church by the Rev. G. Wayland Elmore. Interment
followed at Cedarvale Cemetery. She is survived by her widower Raleigh D. Huebner, mother Clara T.
Mason of Bay City, and sisters and brothers. A complete obituary can be found elsewhere in today’s
Tribune. [The Daily Tribune, Monday, July 19, 1971]
Huebner
Huebner, Mrs. Clarabel, 55, passed away Saturday afternoon, July 17. She is survived by her husband
Raleigh D. Huebner, mother Mrs. Clara T. Mason of Bay City, two sisters, Mrs. Beverly C. Payne of
Ann Arbor, Michigan, Mrs. Gordon Collins of San Antonio, two brothers Howard Mason of Houston,
Curtis Mason of Bay City. Services were held at the First United Methodist Church of Bay City at 10:30
Monday morning with the Rev. G. Wayland Elmore officiating. Burial was held in the Cedarvale
Cemetery. Pallbearers were Bill O’Neal, Bill Luder, Frank Baber, Frank Lewis, Wright Salter, Vic
Collins, John Rakestraw and T. F. Adams. Taylor Brothers Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
[The Daily Tribune, Monday, July 19, 1971]
More About Claribel Mason:
Burial: 19 Jul 1971, Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, Matagorda, TX 337
Marriage Notes for Raleigh Huebner and Claribel Mason:
Ceremony Unites Claribel Mason and Raleigh Huebner
In an impressive ceremony performed at 8 p. m. Saturday evening at the First Methodist church, Miss
Claribel Mason, daughter of Mrs. Clara Mason of Markham, became the bride of Rawleigh Huebner, son
of Mrs. M. T. Huebner. Rev. Marvin Vance officiated. Miss Pauline Huebner, organist, played a prelude
of appropriate themes an the wedding marches. Mr. Billy Triggs sang “Because.” Lovely arrangements
of white carnations, stock, and greenery were effectively placed on the altar where gleaming white tapers
burned in wrought-iron candelabra. The bride was given in marriage by her uncle, Pat Thompson. She
wore a beautiful gown of ivory satin fashioned with a long, fitted bodice and with a deep yolk of
imported Val lace. The long sleeves ended in points over the hands and were trimmed with the lace. The
graceful skirt rounded into a circular train, and her veil, of bridal illusion, which extended the entire
length of the train, was held in place by a headdress of lace and orange blossoms. Her only ornament was
a string of pearls. She carried a boquet of white rose buds centered with a purple-throated white orchid.
Mrs. Louis Kurten of Houston was the bride’s only attendant. Her gown of yellow marganza with
bracelet length sleeves had self ruffles on the sheered bodice and on the voluminous skirt in apron effect.
She carried a bouquet of pink carnations tied with pink ribbon. Sgt. Robert Huebner of Houston served
his brother as best man, and ushers were Gordon Collins and B. E. O’Neal, Jr. Mrs. Mason wore a pale
blue crepe dress with a white gardenia corsage. A reception for the family and intimate friends was held
at the home of the bride’s mother. The traditional wedding colors of white and green were featured in the
floral arrangements. The bride’s table, laid with an imported linen cloth, held the ring cake and an
arrangement of white blossoms flanked by tall tapers in silver candelabra. Those assisting were Mrs.
Robert Wilkinson, Mrs. Preston Shatou, and Mrs. B. E. O’Neal, Jr., the latter being in charge of the
bride’s book. The bride chose for travel a brown gaberdine suit with a blouse of white handkerchief
linen. Her bag, hat, and shoes were brown, and she carried white gloves. She wore an orchid corsage.
The couple will spend their honeymoon in New Orleans, La. The bride graduated from Sam Houston
State Teachers College. The groom, who is in the Merchant Marines, has recently returned from 14
months at sea.
Out-of-town guests attending the wedding included Mrs. R________ son of Corpus
Christi__________Mrs. Robert Huebner________________Mr. and Mrs. Louis____________and Mrs.
Lugavo Bay_________________Bailey T. Cantrell all of__________Mrs. Preston Shatou
of_______________Mrs. Johnie Walzer of_________ and Mrs. Top Huebner of ______________.
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(The edge of the newspaper page was missing and therefore these names were incomplete.) [The Daily
Tribune, Bay City, Texas, June 27, 1944]
+ 81 iv. Lillian Luceile Huebner, born Private.
27. Lillie Belle 10 Huebner (Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 ,
Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 338 was born 06 Sep 1883, and died 18
Aug 1946 in Valley Falls, Jefferson, KS. She married Herman Julius Hauck 21 Jun 1911 in Bay City,
Matagorda, TX 339 . He was born 08 Sep 1878, and died 10 Sep 1953 in Valley Falls, Jefferson, KS.
Marriage Notes for Lillie Huebner and Herman Hauck:
Linen Shower for Miss Huebner
Prominent among the social affairs of the week was the hospitality inspired by the approaching marriage of Miss
Lillie Huebner to Mr. H. J. Hauck of Valley Falls, Kan., tendered this interesting bride by her sister, Mrs. Walter
Brown, Tuesday afternoon from 4:30 to 6 o’clock, taking the form of a linen shower. The Brown home was
lovely in its decorations of pink and white, and cut flowers and
ferns added a most artistic touch. Mrs. Brown was assisted in receiving by Miss Emma Lee Lewis. Preceding the
arrival of the fair bride, Mrs. I. L. Pitluk gave added pleasure upon this happy occasion in her selection of “Do I
love You?” the cultivated voice of the singer being a delightful medium of expression of such tender sentiments.
Following the last sweet strains of the lovely song, the tender melody of the bridal march, in caressing sweetness,
heralded the approach of the bride and her maids, preceded by two lovely little flower girls, Willidene Brown and
Lucile Gaines, scattering pink and white rose petals everywhere in the path of the bride, until seated in her chair
of state under a
canopy of pink and white. Gift after gift was brought forth by the bride’s dainty maids, Misses Ada Huebner,
Paula Huebner and Lois Moore, disclosing many lovely pieces of handsome linen, accompanied by good wishes
expressed to poetry and song, each being read by the maid of honor, Miss Hilma Horner of Schulenberg, attired
in a handsome gown of pink satin. Following the gifts, the full, rich voice of Mrs. Reginald Berrien White was
heard in the exquisite selection, “You - and Love,” particularly appropriate to this delightful number, the guests
were invited into the dining room, where the table, a vision of pink and white loveliness, bade cordial good
greeting to each member around the board – a course of delicious cream and angel food cake. Toasts to the bride
and good wishes galore followed the completion of this feast, and all repairing to the parlor, a most delightful
finale was
had in the ever dear “Oh Promise Me,” rendered in Mrs. Porter’s usual pleasing style, Mrs. Edgar Hawkins
charmingly lending her assistance as accompanist for the different vocal numbers and the delightful wedding
march. [The Matagorda County Tribune, Bay City, Texas, June 16, 1911]
Hauck – Huebner
One of the loveliest weddings which it has been Bay City’s good fortune to witness in many days was that of Mr.
J. H. Hauck of Valley Falls, Kan., and Miss Belle Huebner, which took place last Wednesday evening at 2:15
o’clock at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church. The church in which this happy event took place was beautifully and
profusely decorated in green and roses and trailing vines, lending it a most pleasing and artistic appearance, and
harmonizing delighfully with the occasion as a whole. The sacred ceremony which made the happy pair as one
was performed by Rev. John Sloan, priest in charge of St. Mark’s Parish Church, and it was a beautifully
delivered ceremony and impressive. The attendants were Mrs. Walter Brown, matron of honor; Miss Hilma
Horner, maid of honor; Misses Ada and Paula Huebner, Miss Taylor and Miss Lois Moore, maids, with Willideen
Brown and Lucille Gaines as flower girls. Mr. Legler of Valley Falls, Kan., was “best man” on this occasion, and
sang “O Promise Me.” Mr. Legler has a magnificent voice, which filled the church with its cadence and delighted
his hearers. Mrs. Reginald Berrien White sang “I Love You Truly” in a most equisite manner. Both were
accompanied by Mrs. Edgar Hawkins. After these delightful renditions the bridal march was formed. The
beautifully dressed flower girls came first then the maids, who were attired in handsome pink gowns and large,
white picture hats, and carrying Marie Antoinnette baskets of pink roses and ferns. The bride, on the arm of her
father followed, gowned in handsome white satin with elaborate lace garniture and seed pearl trimmings, carrying
a shower boquet of bride’s roses. The groom was escorted to the altar by his best man. Both were attired in the
customary conventional black dress suits. After the ceremony the bridal party repaired immediately to the home
of the bride, where followed an informal reception. Here a pink and white color scheme throughout the home was
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carried out. From the chandelier, in the dining room, a basket pendant held the ribbons holding the thimble, ring
and dime, drawn as each cut cake, the cards withal containing good wishes and prophesies for those not lucky
enough to draw something. After the reception the couple left over the Brownsville road for Valley Falls, where a
handsomely appointed home awaits them. [Matagorda County Tribune, Bay City, Texas, June 30, 1911]
Children of Lillie Huebner and Herman Hauck are:
+ 82 i. Lillian Mae 11 Hauck, born 16 Aug 1912; died 05 Dec 1974.
83 ii. Herman Huebner Hauck, born 20 Oct 1914; died 24 Oct 1944. He married Bevie Mae Biggs Private;
born Private.
+ 84 iii. Bernice Irene Hauck, born 02 Dec 1919; died 03 Mar 1994.
30. Marcus Dudley 10 Huebner (Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 ,
Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 340,341 was born 24 Nov 1891 in
Fayette County, Texas 342,343 , and died 24 Jun 1979 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX 344,345,346,347 . He married Willie
Belle Hurst 10 Jun 1920, daughter of William Hurst and Mary Glenn. She was born 24 Feb 1891 in Florence,
Lauderdale, AL 348,349 , and died 21 Apr 1972 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX 350,351,352 .
Notes for Marcus Dudley Huebner:
Huebner
Marcus Dudley Huebner, of Bay City, died in Matagorda General Hospital Sunday, June 24. Funeral services
will be held at the Taylor Bros. Funeral Home Tuesday, June 26, at 3:00 p.m. with Rev. W. D. Baker officiating.
Interment will be held at Cedarvale cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Taylor Brothers Funeral
Home. [The Daily Tribune, Monday, June 25, 1979]
Huebner
Marcus Dudley Huebner, 87, a rancher and resident of Bay City since 1912, died Sunday, June 24, in the
Matagorda General Hospital. Survivors include: daughters, Mary Louise Frazier of Bay City; son, Dudley
Jackson Huebner of Bay City; sister, Ada S. Hurst of Bay City and seven grandchildren. Funeral services will be
held at Taylor Bros. Chapel Tuesday, June 26, at 3 p.m. with Rev. W. D. Baker officiating. Serving as
Pallbearers are: Dudley Huebner, Russell Huebner, Marcus Frazier, Hollis Frazier, Robert Huebner, John
Huebner, Jr. John Glick, and Raleigh Huebner. Interment will be at the Cedarvale Cemetery. Arrangements are
under the direction of Taylor Brothers Funeral Home. [The Daily Tribune, Tuesday, June 26, 1979]
More About Marcus Dudley Huebner:
Burial: 26 Jun 1979, Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, Matagorda, TX 353,354
Notes for Willie Belle Hurst:
Huebner
Huebner, Mrs. Willie Bell, age 80, a resident of Bay City, passed away April 21 in Matagorda General Hospital.
She is survived by her husband, M. D. Huebner, Bay City; a daughter, Mrs. W. E. Frazier; one son, D. J.
Huebner; and a sister, Miss Jessie Mae Hurst, all of Bay City. Also, seven grandchildren. Services were held
Sunday, April 23, at 3:00 p.m. in Taylor Brothers Chapel with the Rev. Chester Sassman, pastor of the Calvary
Baptist Church officiating. Interment was in Cedarvale Cemetery. Pallbearers were Jack Huebner, Jack Cole,
Haskell Simon, Ralph Chalfant, Lee Carr and Steve Matthews. Arrangements made by Taylor Brothers Funeral
Home. [The Daily Tribune, Monday, April 24, 1972]
More About Willie Belle Hurst:
Burial: 23 Apr 1972, Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, Matagorda Co., TX 355
Children of Marcus Huebner and Willie Hurst are:
+ 85 i. Mary Louise 11 Huebner, born 04 May 1923 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX; died 28 Oct 1975 in Matagorda
Co., Tx.
+ 86 ii. Dudley Jackson Huebner, born Private.
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31. Ada Irene 10 Huebner (Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 ,
Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 356 was born 14 Jun 1895 in Fayette
Co., TX 357,358,359 , and died 21 Jun 1992 in Bay City, Matagorda Co., TX 360,361,362 . She married Bernard
Jackson Hurst 25 Jun 1918 in Matagorda Co., TX 363 , son of William Hurst and Mary Glenn. He was born 18
Feb 1885, and died 24 Jan 1957 in Bay City, Matagorda Co., TX 364 .
Notes for Ada Irene Huebner:
Hurst
Funeral services for Ada Huebner Hurst, 97, of Bay City will be held 4 p.m. Wednesday at Taylor Brothers
Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Mike Zimmerman officiating. Burial will be at Cedarvale Cemetery in Bay
City. She was a resident of Matagorda County since 1907. Mrs. Hurst was born June 14, 1895 in Fayette County
to Andrew and Loudie Huebner. She died June 21, 1992 at Matagorda House. She is survived by a daughter,
Loudie Conklin of Bay City; one grandson, Raleigh Conklin of Bay City; nephews, D. J. Huebner of Bay City,
Woodlief Brown of Abeline and Raleigh Huebner of Bay City; nieces, Mary Louise Frazier and Lucille
Wilkerson of Bay City, Bernice Milne of Colorado Springs, Colo. and Wiladean Graham of Hobbs, N.M.; and
numerous great-nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Marcus Frazier, Hollis Frazier, Dudley Huebner and
William Glenn Huebner. Honorary pallbearers will be D. J. Huebner, Raleigh Huebner, W. E. Frazier, Bill
Ehlert, Dr. Bryan Simons and Pat Matthes. [Matagorda County Newspaper, ca June 1992]
More About Ada Irene Huebner:
Burial: Abt. 23 Jun 1991, Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, Matagorda, TX 365
Notes for Bernard Jackson Hurst:
B. J. Hurst Dies Thursday Afternoon
Mr. Bernard Jackson Hurst, 71, retired farmer and rancher, died at the Matagorda General Hospital Thursday at
12:15 p.m. He had been in ill health for over a year and though he had recovered sufficiently from a serious
illness to return to his work at the Hawkins Ranch he retired from all active work December 1, 1956. Mr. Hurst
came to Matagorda county about 47 years ago and engaged in rice farming and some row crop farming several
years. For a time he was active in oil leasing in the area also. Services are today at 3 from Taylor Brothers
Funeral Home with Dr. Tom Dyal officiating. Burial will be in Cedarvale. He is survived by one daughter, Mrs.
Bill Conklin, two sisters, Mrs. M. D. Huebner and Miss Jessie Mae Hurst, all of Bay City. Pallbearers are E. L.
McDonald, J. C. Lewis, Bert Huebner, Jack Huebner, Robert Huebner and W. E. Frazier. [The Daily Tribune,
Bay City, Texas, Friday, January 25, 1957]
More About Bernard Jackson Hurst:
Burial: 25 Jan 1957, Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, Matagorda, TX 366
Marriage Notes for Ada Huebner and Bernard Hurst:
Mrs. Huebner Entertains
Mrs. M. T. Huebner entertained on Saturday evening with a linen shower in honor of Miss Ada Huebner whose
marriage to Mr. Bernard Hurst will be solemnized on the night of the 28th. The decorations were in the bride’s
colors, pink and white. The bride-to-be was conducted to a seat of honor, a handsome decorated chair, by Master
Robert Huebner, the guests clustering around Miss May Etta Taylor offered good wishes and greetings and
announced that it was time for the express to arrive. Coming down the long hall was Master Raleigh Huebner and
little Miss Lillian May Hauck drawing a large decorated express wagon loaded to overflowing, driven by little
Master Huebner Hauck, dressed in white and holding the ribbons as if he had done nothing else through his short
life. The wagon was stopped in front of the bride-to-be and she needed no second bidding to start opening the
many packages which were numerous and useful. Dainty refreshments of brick cream in pink and white and angel
food cake were served by Misses Willodene Brown, Marguerite Kehrer and Jessie May Hurst. [The Matagorda
County Tribune, June 28, 1918]
Hurst – Huebner Wedding
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Having previously been invited by Mr. Andrew Huebner, to be present at the marriage of his daughter, Ada Irene,
to Mr. Bernard J. Hurst, the guests began to arrive at the handsome country home, Tuesday evening about 8:30
o’clock. They were received at the door by Mrs. M. T. Huebner, invited into the spacious reception hall and
asked to register in the pretty “Bride’s Book,” which was presided over by Mrs. R. A. Kleska. They then passed
on down the hall to examine the beautiful and handsome wedding presents, which were displayed on a long table.
Among them , were three checks, each for one hundred dollars. In a short time the guests had all arrived, about
fifty in number, most of whom were relatives and very few intimate friends. At 9 o’clock the Rev. John Sloan of
Houston took his stand in the parlor under a beautiful canopy of evergreens and Shasta daisies. A pretty
background being formed of many ferns, pot plants and palms. Accompanied by Miss May Etta Taylor of Iago,
Miss Pauline Huebner sang in her sweet voice “At Dawning.” After which “Lohengren’s,” the ever popular and
impressive wedding march, was rendered by Miss Pauline Huebner, who presided at the piano, and Mr. R. A.
Kleska on the violin. The matrons of honor, Mrs. Lola Brown and Mrs. H. J. Hauck of Valley Falls, Kansas,
sisters of the bride, in handsome white dresses, led the way through the artistically decorated hall and dining room
and into the parlor, between the aisles of pink ribbons, followed by Miss Willie Bell Hurst, as maid, in pink
chiffon, carrying a lovely bouquet of pink gladiolas and ferns, with Mr. Dudley Huebner in handsome black suit.
Behind them came little three-year-old Herman Hauck, in all white, carrying the ring in a white rose. Next came
the bride leaning upon the arm of the happy groom. She was a vision of loveliness robed in white Georgette
crepe de Chine, trimmed in handsome lace and pearls. On her head rested a wreath of orange blossoms, from
which trailed a long veil. She carried in her arms an exquisite shower bouquet. The groom looked very
handsome in the conventional black. When they reached the canopy, under which they were to be married, still
keeping step to the music, they gracefully fell in line before the minister awaiting them, who then read the
impressive Episcopal ceremony. When they were pronounced man and wife, congratulations were heartily
extended. A happier and more smiling couple were never seen. Misses Jessie May Hurst of Iago and Marguerite
Huebner served iced fruit punch throughout the evening. After pleasant conversation and more music by Miss
Huebner and Mr. Kleska the young people were invited into the dining room to cut the bride’s cake. A basket of
Shasta daisies hung from the chandellier, also little shower bouquets with fortune cards on the end, reached down
to an immense heart-shaped cake, ornamented with a miniature kewpie bridal party. Ice cream and delicious
angel food cake were then served. The bride stole away a short time, but soon returned in a very becoming suit of
brown, with hat, gloves and boots to match. After bidding everyone goodbye, the happy couple departed for a
short wedding trip – leaving the guests curious as to their destination. Mrs. Hurst is the youngest daughter of Mr.
Andrew Huebner, is accomplished and loved by all who have the pleasure of knowing her. Mr. Hurst is formerly
from Florence, Ala. He has been in this county for the past few years, but has been here long enough for the
people to know and appreciate his sterling worth. He is at present in the employ of Stoddard Company at
Buckeye, where they will reside for the present, after returning from their wedding trip. [The Matagorda County
Tribune, June 28, 1918]
Child of Ada Huebner and Bernard Hurst is:
+ 87 i. Loudie Belle 11 Hurst, born Private.
36. John Andrew 10 Huebner, Sr. (Franz 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 ,
Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 367,368,369,370 was born 04 Sep 1897 in
Matagorda Co., Tx 371 , and died 27 Feb 1964 in Houston, Harris, TX 371,372 . He married Mollie Laflin Foote 373
1922, daughter of Stephen Foote. She was born 1901 in Texas 373 , and died 10 Jun 1966 in Dallas Co., TX 374 .
Notes for John Andrew Huebner, Sr.:
Mr. and Mrs. John Huebner of Houston came in from Houston to attend the Huebner-Poole wedding last week --
Wednesday. [The Daily Tribune, Friday, October 23, 1925]
John A. Huebner, Sr., Past Representative Buried in Bay City
Funeral services for John A. Huebner of Bay City, a former state legislator of Matagorda and Jackson Counties,
were held at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 1 at the First Presbyterian Church of Bay City with Dr. A. T. Dyal officiating.
A native of Matagorda County, Huebner was born September 4, 1897. Except for a few years spent in Houston
where he was in the construction business, he had lived in Matagorda County most of his life. He was one of the
initiators of the Matagorda Rice Farmers Co-Op, serving as its president for several years. Following an illness of
several months, he died in St. Luke’s Hospital in Houston Thursday night, February 27. [The Palacios Beacon,
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March 5, 1964]
Children of John Huebner and Mollie Foote are:
+ 88 i. John Andrew 11 Huebner, Jr., born 28 Jul 1926 in Houston, Harris, TX; died 16 Mar 2007 in Bay City,
Matagorda, TX.
+ 89 ii. Pauline Adair Huebner, born 11 Mar 1930 in Houston, Harris, TX; died 12 Dec 2006 in League City,
Galveston, TX.
Generation No. 4
39. Lillian R. 11 Kehrer (Pauline 10 Richers, Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born 1895, and died 02 Oct 1966 in Houston, Harris, TX 374,375 . She married Delbert Samuel
Tuley 1921. He was born 18 Jul 1891 376 , and died 10 Sep 1967 in Houston, Harris, TX 377,378,379 .
Notes for Lillian R. Kehrer:
Tuley
Mrs. Lilliam [Lillian] R. Tuley, 71, 4116 Dover, passed away Sunday. Native of Taylor, Texas. Houston
resident 65 years. Member of Park Place Methodist Church and Park Place Chapter No.731 OES. Survivors:
Husband, D. S. Tuley, Houston; mother, Mrs. Pauline Kehrer, Bay City; son, Warren D. Tuley; grandchildren,
Miss Madeline and Miss Nancy Tuley; sister Mrs. Myrtle Drago, all of Houston; brothers, Edgar Kehrer,
Beaumont, Lee Kehrer, Bay City. Services 2 PM Tuesday, Park Place Methodist Church, 3827 Broadway, the
Rev Clyde Thomas officiating. Interment Forest Park Lawndale. Settegast-Kopf Broadway Chapel, 4136
Broadway, Mission 4-3831. [The Houston Post, Monday, October 3, 1966]
More About Lillian R. Kehrer:
Burial: 04 Oct 1966, Forest Park Lawndale, Houston, Harris, TX 380
Notes for Delbert Samuel Tuley:
Tuley
Delbert Samuel Tuley, 76, 4116 Dover, died Sunday. Veteran WWI. Member of Park Place Methodist Church.
Past Master of Park Place Lodge 1172 AF & AM. Member Houston Board of Realtors. Survivors: Son, W. D.
Tuley; two granddaughters, all of Houston. Services 3 PM Tuesday, Park Place Methodist Church, 3827
Broadway, with the Rev Clyde E. Thomas officiating. Interment Forest Park Lawndale, under the auspices of
Park Place Lodge 1172 AF & AM. Pallbearers: Past masters of Park Place Lodge. Settegast-Kopf Broadway
Chapel, 4136 Broadway, Mission 4-3831. [The Houston Post, Tuesday, September 12, 1967]
More About Delbert Samuel Tuley:
Burial: 12 Sep 1967, Forest Park Lawndale, Houston, Harris, TX 381
Child of Lillian Kehrer and Delbert Tuley is:
+ 90 i. Warren Delbert 12 Tuley, born Private.
40. Myrtle Louise 11 Kehrer (Pauline 10 Richers, Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born 14 Aug 1899 382,383 , and died 10 Jan 1978 in Harris Co., TX 384,385,386 . She married Robert
Lee Drago 1925. He was born 1893, and died 27 Jan 1957 in Houston, Harris, TX 387,388 .
Notes for Myrtle Louise Kehrer:
Drago
Mrs. R. L. “Myrtle” Drago, 78, passed away Tuesday. Survivors: sons, Robert L. and Edward K. Drago,
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grandchildren, Robert Lee Drago III, Katherine Louise Cook, Diana Lea Drago; great-grandson, Benjamin Drago.
Services 3 p.m. Thursday, Heights Chapel, the Rev. Max Ecke Jr. and Dr. E. Wilson Cole officiating. Burial
Woodlawn. Heights Funeral Home, 1317 Heights Blvd., 862-8844. [The Houston Post, Thursday, January 12,
1978]
More About Myrtle Louise Kehrer:
Burial: 12 Jan 1978, Woodlawn Garden of Memories Cemetery, Houston, Harris Co., TX 389
Notes for Robert Lee Drago:
Robert Lee Drago, Sr, 63, of 928 Fugate St. died Sunday. Member Woodland Presbyterian Church. Survivors:
Widow, Mrs. Myrtle Drago; sons, Edward K., Robert Lee Drago, Jr., all of Houston; sisters, Mrs. Alice Lyle,
Witchita Falls, Mrs. Ester Gauthier, Mobile, Ala.; brother, Ben Drago, Montgomery, Ala; grandchildren, Robert
Lee Drago III, Katherine Louise Drago. Services 10 AM Tuesday Heights Chapel. Dr. E. Wilson Cole. Burial
Woodlawn Cemetery. Heights Funeral Home. [Houston Post, Monday, January 28, 1957]
More About Robert Lee Drago:
Burial: 29 Jan 1957, Woodlawn Cemetery, Houston, Harris, TX 390
Children of Myrtle Kehrer and Robert Drago are:
+ 91 i. Robert Lee 12 Drago, Jr., born Private.
+ 92 ii. Edward Kehrer Drago, born 21 Sep 1927 in Harris Co., TX; died 01 Nov 2004 in Harris Co., TX.
42. Marguerite Louise 11 Kehrer (Emma E. 10 Richers, Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne
Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) 391,392 was born 27 Sep 1900 in Texas 392,393 , and died 11 Jan 1994 in Matagorda Co., TX 393,394 . She
married (1) Byron Tellas Carter, Sr. 395 . He was born 1899 in Texas 395 , and died 14 Mar 1964 in Galveston Co.,
TX 396 . She married (2) Perry James Reeves. He died Unknown.
Children of Marguerite Kehrer and Byron Carter are:
+ 93 i. Byron Tellas 12 Carter, Jr., born 29 Apr 1922 in Texas; died 18 Jun 1980 in Matagorda Co., TX.
94 ii. Richard E. Carter, born Private.
95 iii. Betty Laverne Carter, born Private.
43. Vastine Julian 11 Kehrer (Emma E. 10 Richers, Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) 397,398 was born 19 Apr 1906 in Matagorda Co, TX, and died 21 Aug 1957 in Corpus Christi,
Nueces, TX. He married Viva Golden Grissom 399 Feb 1928. She was born 01 Sep 1907 in Karnes City, Karnes,
TX 400,401 , and died 22 Sep 1975 in Corpus Christi, Nueces, TX 402,403 .
Children of Vastine Kehrer and Viva Grissom are:
+ 96 i. Sybil Delores 12 Kehrer, born Private.
+ 97 ii. Lillian Louise Kehrer, born Private.
44. Evelyn Frances 11 Kehrer (Emma E. 10 Richers, Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne
Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) 404 was born 13 Feb 1915 in Matagorda Co., Tx, and died 2002 in Collin Co., TX 405 . She married
(1) Otis Russell 16 Aug 1935, son of Elizabeth Russell. He was born 01 Dec 1914 406 , and died 05 Sep 1978 in
Houston, Harris, TX 406,407 . She married (2) Richard Walton Wright Private. He was born Private.
Notes for Otis Russell:
RUSSELL
Otis Russell, 63, died Tuesday, September 5 at the Diagnostic Hospital in Houston. He was born December 1,
1914 and was a resident of Bay City for 43 years. Survivors include his wife, Evelyn Russell of Bay City, his
mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Russell of Lake Jackson, two daughters, Mrs. Clifford Harvey of Bay City and Mrs.
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Robert Richards of Bryan, four sisters, Mrs. Eddie Pearcy of College Station, Mrs. Ned Chesser of Oyster Creek,
Mrs. Jessie Cobb of Beaumont, and Mrs. Betty Johnson of Lake Jackson, two brothers, Tom and Wendell Russell
of Winnie, two granddaughters, and two grandsons. Services will be held at First United Methodist Church, 3:00
p.m. Thursday, September 7. Rev. Leslie LeGrande and Merle S. Waters officiating. Interment at Cedarvale
Cemetery. Pallbearers are Carrol Perry, Ralph Cantrell, Bill Wiginton, Jim Hartzog, Hugh Strickland, P.R.
Hamill, Frank Kruppa and Bert Steves. Memorials may be made to the building fund of the First United
Methodist Church of Bay City. Taylor Brothers Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. [Matagorda County
Newspaper
Bay City, Texas, September 1978]
Bay City Loses Petroleum And Community Leader Developer
One of Bay City’s outstanding citizens, Otis Russell died at age 63 in Houston at Diagnostic Hospital, September
5, at 1:45 P.M., following a lengthy illness. Funeral services will be held Thursday, September 7, at 3 P.M. at
The First United Methodist Church. Officiating will be Rev. S.M. Waters, assisted by Rev. Leslie LeGrand of
Houston. Interment will be in Cedarvale Cemetery. Russell’s survivors are: his wife, Evelyn, of Bay City; two
daughters: Mrs. Clifford Harvey of Bay City, and Mrs. Robert Richards, of Bryan; 2 granddaughters, 2
grandsons; his mother: Mrs. Elizabeth Russell of Lake Jackson; 2 brothers, and four sisters. He had been a
resident of Bay City since 1935, coming here with the Sun Oil Company. Then, in 1946, he established his own
drilling and production business. He sold the contractor division of his business in 1974, but had remained in the
production business, still in operation. Well known in oil and gas circles, his success in drilling and producing
both oil and gas has been recognized throughout the entire state. Accomplishments of his drilling and production
efforts have been the fields in Clemville, Magnet Withers, West Columbia, Damon, Lissie, and the New Waverly
Field which he reopened in 1975. Russell was active as a family man, in service to his church, The First
Methodist Church, and to his community. At church, he served as Administrator of the Board of Stewards,
Chairman of the Board, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Chairman of the Building Committee, Past Chairman
and present member of the Finance Committee, and Committee Chairman of Pastor-Parish Relations. He was
active in all of his capacities in the church, until his recent illness. He was a member of Texas Independent
Producer & Royalty Owners Association, a member of the Mid-Continent Oil & Gas Association, a member of
the Gulf Coast Shrine for 20 years and a member of the Houston Club. In all of these organizations he was
recognized for outstanding work. In former positions, locally, he has been President of the Chamber of
Commerce; President and charter member of the Bay City Country Club; Board Member of the Bay City Tax
Payers Association; Bay City Chamber of Commerce Industrial Foundation member, serving in this capacity since
the foundation was organized; Rotarian for 40 years; Masonic A F & A M, Lodge No. 865 for 36 years; and a
Director of the Bay City Bank & Trust Company. [Matagorda County Newspaper, Bay City, Texas, Wednesday,
September 6, 1978]
More About Otis Russell:
Burial: 07 Sep 1976, Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, Matagorda, TX 408
Children of Evelyn Kehrer and Otis Russell are:
+ 98 i. Virginia Kay 12 Russell, born Private.
+ 99 ii. Judith Ann Russell, born Private.
45. Beatrice Regina 11 Otto (Louise Dorothy 10 Richers, Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne
Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born 21 Dec 1905 in Houston, Harris, TX 409 , and died 14 Dec 1992 in Harris Co., TX 410,411 .
She married William Louis Kring 16 Feb 1926 in Houston, Harris, TX 412 . He was born 04 Oct 1904 in
Skidmore, Bee, TX 413 , and died 17 Jan 1984 in Bryan, Brazos, TX 414,415 .
Notes for Beatrice Regina Otto:
Kring
Beatrice Otto Kring died Monday, December 14, 1992. Arrangements by: Heights Funeral Home, 1317 Heights
Blvd., 862-8844. [The Houston Post, Wednesday, December 16, 1992]
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Notes for William Louis Kring:
William Louis Kring
William Louis Kring, 79, of Creekside Drive in Bryan, died Tuesday in a local hospital. Services will be held at
11 a.m. Friday at St. Matthew the Evangelist Catholic Church in Houston. Burial will be at Magnolia Cemetery
in Houston. A rosary was recited at Memorial Funeral Chapel Tuesday night. Kring, a resident of Bryan for five
years, was born in Skidmore. He was a retired electrician and a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church in
Bryan. He was past treasurer of the International Brotherhood of Electric Workers Local 716 in Houston and
once played semi-professional minor league baseball in Houston. Kring was an avid hunter and fisherman.
Survivors include his wife, Beatrice Kring of Bryan; four daughters, Mrs. William (Judy) Bierwirth of Houston,
Mrs. Terry (Patty) Hall of Austin, Mrs. Robert N. (Peggy) White of Bryan and Mrs. Bruce (Betty) Coffer of Bay
City; a sister, Agnes Ficklin of Refugio; 10 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. [Bryan-College Station
Eagle, Wednesday, January 18, 1984]
More About William Louis Kring:
Burial: 20 Jan 1984, Magnolia Cemetery, Houston, Harris, TX 415
Marriage Notes for Beatrice Otto and William Kring:
Marriage Licenses
William Kring and Miss Beatrice R. Otto. [Houston Post Dispatch
Wednesday, February 17, 1926]
Children of Beatrice Otto and William Kring are:
+ 100 i. Julia Louise 12 Kring, born Private.
+ 101 ii. Billie Jane Kring, born Private.
+ 102 iii. Peggy Virginia Kring, born Private.
+ 103 iv. Myrtle Elizabeth Kring, born Private.
49. Louis William 11 Richers, Jr. (Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne
Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born 01 Oct 1914 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX 416 , and died 21 Mar 1989 in Matagorda Co.,
TX 417,418 . He married Essie Dell Meyer 419 17 Aug 1940, daughter of Otto Meyer and Mary Drab. She was born
24 Nov 1920 in Sealy, Austin, TX 419,420 , and died 19 Jun 1994 in Bay City, Matagorda Co., TX 421,422,423 .
More About Louis William Richers, Jr.:
Burial: Abt. 23 Mar 1989, Cedarvale cemetery, Bay City, Matagorda Co., TX
Notes for Essie Dell Meyer:
Richers
Funeral services for Essie M. Richers, 73, Bay City, are scheduled for 11 a.m. Wednesday at First United
Methodist Church in Bay City with the Rev. Buford Finley officiating. Burial will follow in Cedarvale Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today at Taylor Brothers Funeral Home. Mrs. Richers was born Nov. 24,
1920, in Sealy to Otto John and Mary Pauline Drabb Meyer and died June 19, 1994, at her residence. A resident
of Bay City for 68 years, she was a member of First United Methodist Church of Bay City. Survivors include two
sons and daughters-in-law, Louis W. “Bill” and Beverly Richers III of Saugerties, N.Y. and Robert A. “Bob” and
Kathy Richers of Bryan; four grandchildren, Randal L. Richers and Karen L. Richers, both of Saugerties, N.Y.,
Caleb M. Richers and Cassedy P. Richers, both of Bryan. She was preceded in death by her husband, Louis W.
Richers Jr. on March 21, 1989 and by a granddaughter, Cheryl L. Richers in December 1985. Pallbearers are
Russell Law, Dr. Barton Griffith, George Dewitt, Cass Rucker, Randy Richers and E. M. Huitt. Memorials may
be made to First United Methodist Church of Bay City. [Matagorda County Newspaper, ca June 1994]
More About Essie Dell Meyer:
Burial: Abt. 21 Jun 1994, Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, Matagorda, TX
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Children of Louis Richers and Essie Meyer are:
+ 104 i. Louis William 12 Richers III, born Private.
+ 105 ii. Robert Allen Richers, born Private.
50. Elviera Rose 11 Richers (Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Stanley Frank Cernosek, Sr. 424 Private 425 , son of J. F. Cernosek.
He was born 25 Sep 1905 in Fayette Co., TX 426,427,428 , and died 14 Mar 1994 in San Antonio, Bexar,
TX 429,430,431,432 .
Notes for Stanley Frank Cernosek, Sr.:
Cernosek
Stanley F. Cernosek, age 88, died Monday, March 14, 1994. He was born in Fayette County and was a former
resident of the Rio Grande Valley and served as a schoolteacher and principal in Bay City from 1946 to 1948 and
was the superintendent and principal of the Mercedes I.S.D. from 1951 to 1963. He was a member of St.
Matthew’s Catholic Church, 3rd and 4th Degree Knights of Columbus, life member of the Texas Congress of
Parents and Teachers, member of the Confederate Air Force and was very active in the Boy Scouts from 1932 to
1969. Mr. Cernosek’s last assignment was superintendent at Southwest I.S.D. from 1963 to 1969. He is survived
by his wife of 58 years, Elviera R. Cernosek; children, Mrs. George (Therese) Richard, Mrs. Stanley F. (Rose
Mary) Cernosek, Jr., Mrs. Homer (Carolyn) Holland, Mrs. Ken (Juliana) Higgins and Mrs. Robert (Colette)
Pieper; 10 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren; sisters, Ann Shimek, Mary Sumbera, Agnes Kovar, Martha
Shelly and Lilly Miller; brother, Joe Cernosek and numerous nieces and nephews. The Rosary will be recited on
Thursday, March 17 at 7:30 P.M. at Mission Park Funeral Chapel North, 3401 Cherry Ridge Dr.. Mass of the
Resurrection will be celebrated on Friday, March 18, 1994 at 10:00 A.M. at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church,
10703 Wurzbach Rd. Graveside services and interment will follow at 2:30 P.M. at Ft. Sam Houston National
Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the St. Matthew’s School Building Fund, 10703
Wurzbach Rd., San Antonio, Texas 78230 or to the Alzheimer’s Association, 8546 Broadway, San Antonio,
Texas 78217. Visitation for Mr. Cernosek will be held at the funeral home from 5:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M.
Wednesday and 9:00A.M. to 9:00 P.M. Thurdsay. Arrangements are with Mission Park Funeral Chapels North,
3401 Cherry Ridge Drive, 349-1414. [San Antonio Express-News, Wednesday, March 16, 1994]
More About Stanley Frank Cernosek, Sr.:
Burial: 18 Mar 1994, Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, San Antonio, Bexar Co, TX 433,434
Children of Elviera Richers and Stanley Cernosek are:
+ 106 i. Therese Marie 12 Cernosek, born Private.
+ 107 ii. Stanley Frank Cernosek, Jr., born Private.
+ 108 iii. Carolyn Claire Cernosek, born Private.
+ 109 iv. Juliana Cernosek, born Private.
+ 110 v. Colette Louise Cernosek, born Private.
51. Genevieve Justina 11 Richers (Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne
Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Edward Wright Gaudet, Sr. Private. He was born 22 Sep 1914 in
Texas 435 , and died 25 Mar 1989 in San Joaquin Co., CA 435 .
Children of Genevieve Richers and Edward Gaudet are:
+ 111 i. Antoinette Louise 12 Gaudet, born Private.
+ 112 ii. Andrew August Gaudet, born Private.
+ 113 iii. Phillip Francis Gaudet, born Private.
+ 114 iv. Edward Wright Gaudet, Jr., born Private.
+ 115 v. Debora Anne Gaudet, born Private.
+ 116 vi. David Louis Gaudet, born Private.
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52. Francis Henry 11 Richers (Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married (1) Marjorie Mae Spickler 436 Private, daughter of John Spickler and
Mabel Johnson. She was born 01 Sep 1921 in Topeka, Shawnee, KS 436,437 , and died 01 Jul 2002 in Houston,
Harris, TX 438,439 . He married (2) Sara Victoria O. Salinas Private. She was born Private.
Notes for Marjorie Mae Spickler:
VICKERS
MARJORIE MAE SPICKLER VICKERS, age 80, died July 1, 2002, at a local hospital in Houston, Texas. She
was born September 1, 1921, it Topeka, Kansas, to John Carl and Mabel Johnson Spickler. Following her father's
death in 1926, she and her mother moved to Sweeny, Texas. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death
by her mother Mabel Johnson Roberts Powell, and her husband Thomas Elwin Vickers. She is survived by her
four children: son, Francis Johann (John) Richers , of Sweeny; daughter, Charlotte Elise Richers Sterling of
Pineville, Louisiana; daughter Janette Eileene Richers Zackary of Houston; son Stephen Bartz Richers of
Freeport; eight grandchildren; and eight great grandchildren. A graduate of Baylor University of Nursing and the
University of Texas School of Nursing, Mrs. Vickers practiced her profession for many years and was retired
from the Harris County Sheriff's Department, where she last worked as a nurse in the County Medical
Department. Mrs. Vickers donated her body to Baylor College of Medicine. A Memorial Service will be held at
Memorial Drive United Methodist Church in Houston, Texas at 3 :00 P.M. on Friday July 5, 2002. In lieu of
flowers, memorials to Marjorie Spickler Vickers can be made to Baylor College of Medicine, Office of
Development, 1 Baylor Plaza, Room 171 A, Houston, Texas 77030. [Houston Chronicle, Friday, July 5, 2002]
More About Marjorie Mae Spickler:
Burial: 05 Jul 2002, Houston, Harris, TX 440
Divorce decree: 05 Mar 1954
Children of Francis Richers and Marjorie Spickler are:
+ 117 i. Francis Johann 12 Richers, born Private.
+ 118 ii. Charlotte Elise Richers, born Private.
+ 119 iii. Janette Eileene Richers, born Private.
120 iv. Stephen Bartz Richers, born Private. He married (1) Bonnie Larue French Private; born Private. He
married (2) Jo Ann Williamson Private; born Private. He married (3) Karen K. Self Private; born
Private.
53. Sybella Pauline 11 Richers (Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Marvin Douglas Green, Sr. Private. He was born Private.
Children of Sybella Richers and Marvin Green are:
+ 121 i. Sybella Marilyn 12 Green, born Private.
122 ii. Marvin Douglas Green, Jr., born Private. He married Aurora Castanela Gonzales Private; born Private.
+ 123 iii. Peter Alan Green, born Private.
54. Julia Marie 11 Richers (Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Gordon LeRoy O'Roark Private, son of Benjamin O'Roark and
Sadie O'Roark. He was born 24 Apr 1913 in New Market, Shenandoah, VA 441,442 , and died 13 Jun 1996 in
Dallas, Dallas Co, TX 443,444,445 .
Notes for Gordon LeRoy O'Roark:
O’Roark
Gordon Leroy “Jerry”, of Dallas, left his loving family to be with God on June 13, 1996. He was born April 24,
1913 in New Market, Virginia and in 1941, he joined the Merchant Marines, later he moved to Texas to serve in
the U.S. Army Air Force A.B. Squadron at Ellington AFB during WWII. He spent his professional career as an
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agent for Kansas City Life Insurance Company and then as an employee of the U. S. Postal Service for 27 years
until his retirement in 1977. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents Benjamin Branson and Sadie Virginia
O’Roark; four brothers; and three sisters. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Julia “Judy”; four sons, Barry
O’Roark and wife, Charlene of Manvel, Texas, Robin O’Roark and wife Sheree of Dallas, Ethan O’Roark of
Dallas, Shannon O’Roark and wife Darla of Austin; three daughters, Diane Yates and husband Everette of Dallas,
Celeste Bird and husband Robert of Mesquite, and Laurie O’Roark of Houston; and ten grandchildren. Services
6:30 P.M. Sunday, SPARKMAN-CRANE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL. Graveside services and interment
10:00 A.M. Monday, June 17, 1996, Sacred Heart Cemetery, Rowlett, TX. Memorials may be made to the St.
Pius X ProLife League, 3030 Gus Thomasson Road, Dallas, TX 75228 or the American Heart Association. [The
Dallas Morning News, Saturday, June 15, 1996]
More About Gordon LeRoy O'Roark:
Burial: 17 Jun 1996, Sacred Heart Cemetery, Dallas, TX 445
Children of Julia Richers and Gordon O'Roark are:
+ 124 i. Diane Elise 12 O'Roark, born Private.
+ 125 ii. Stephen Barry O'Roark, born Private.
126 iii. Gerald Christopher O'Roark, born 11 Jun 1948 in Dallas, Dallas, TX; died 15 Aug 1948 in Dallas,
Dallas, TX 446 .
More About Gerald Christopher O'Roark:
Burial: Abt. 17 Aug 1948, Calvary Hill Cemetery, Dallas, Dallas, TX 446
+ 127 iv. Robin Louis Michael O'Roark, born Private.
128 v. Celeste Elaine O'Roark, born Private. She married (1) David Arnold Hunnicutt Private; born Private.
She married (2) Robert Eugene Bird Private; born Private.
129 vi. Ethan Linden O'Roark, born Private. He married Wendy Sue Runte Private; born Private.
130 vii. Laurie Anne O'Roark, born Private. She married Steven Leroy Hazzard Private; born Private.
+ 131 viii. Shannon Allen Thomas O'Roark, born Private.
55. Lilly Elise 11 Richers (Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married (1) Joseph Beverly Lawhon Private. He was born 07 Apr 1923,
and died 09 Jul 1945. She married (2) Lee Kirk Carr Private, son of Sidney Carr and Lela Ellis. He was born
01 Feb 1922 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX 447,448,449 , and died 14 Aug 1984 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX 450,451 .
Notes for Lee Kirk Carr:
Carr
Funeral services for Mr. Lee Kirk Carr, 62, of Bay Citywill be held 3 p.m. Thursday at the First United Methodist
Church of Bay City with the Rev. LeRoy Stanton officiating. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Park. Mr.
Carr was born Feb. 1, 1922, in Bay City and died Aug. 14, 1984 in Matagorda General Hospital. He was a
member of the First United Methodist Church of Bay City. He was a veteran of World War II and was a member
of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2438, the American Legion, Masonic Lodge, the Thunderbolt Association
and the 82nd Fighter Group Association. He is survived by his wife, Lilly R. Carr of Bay City. Other survivors
include: four sons, Joe Lawhon, Lee Kirk Carr II, Michael Ray Carr and Sidney Louis Carr, all of Bay City; and
five grandchildren, Scott and Matt Lawhon and Ryan, Laura and Philip Louis Carr, all of Bay City. Honorary
pallbearers will be members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2438. Pallbearers will be Ed Crimmins, Frank
Craft, Lester Wells, Sherwood Richers, W. E. Frazier and Gordon Lee Shaffer. In lieu of the usual contributions,
donations may be made to the American Heart Fund or the American Cancer Society. Arrangements were made
with Taylor Brothers Funeral Home. [Matagorda County Newspaper, ca August 1984]
More About Lee Kirk Carr:
Burial: Abt. 16 Aug 1984, Roselawn Cemetery, Van Vleck, Matagorda Co., TX
Child of Lilly Richers and Joseph Lawhon is:
+ 132 i. Joseph Beverly 12 Lawhon II, born Private.
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Children of Lilly Richers and Lee Carr are:
+ 133 i. Lee Kirk 12 Carr II, born Private.
+ 134 ii. Michael Ray Carr, born Private.
+ 135 iii. Sidney Louis Carr, born 05 May 1958 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX; died 26 Aug 1987 in Bay City,
Matagorda, TX.
57. Emil Eugene 11 Richers (Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born 25 Jan 1928 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX 452,453 , and died 07 Nov 1995 in Bay City,
Matagorda Co., TX 454,455,456 . He married Elise Patricia Holtwick Private. She was born Private.
Notes for Emil Eugene Richers:
Richers
Emil E. “Otto” Richers, 67, of Bay City passed away November 7, 1995 at Matagorda House in Bay City.
He was born January 25, 1928 in Bay City to Louis William Richers, Sr. and Julia Wilhemina Letzerich Richers.
He was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church, The Toast Masters Club both in Pennsylvania and Greenville,
Texas. He was a 1945 graduate of Bay City High School. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1946 to 1948 and
then attended Texas A&M graduating in 1952 with a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering. From July 1952 to
September 1953 he served in the U.S. Army as Officer-In-Charge of the Electronic Warfare School in Fort
Monmouth, New Jersey and was honorably discharged as 2nd Lt.. In October 1953 he started his career with
HRB-Singer, Inc., Aerospace and Marine Systems Division of the Singer Company where he remained until
1972. Through those years his career took him all over the world as an Electrical Engineer. In 1972 he became
Staff Engineer in the Advanced Systems Directorate of the Greenville Division at E Systems in Greenveille,
Texas. He was diagnosed with Progressive Multiple Sclerosis in 1977 and ended his career on July 9, 1979. He
remained in Greenville until January 1986 when he moved back to Bay City to be near his family and friends. He
is survived by two step-sons and their wives, Kelly and Linda Richers of Bakersfield, California and Kenny and
Linda Richers of Penn Laird, Virginia; by six sisters, Elviera Cernosek of San Antonio, Genevieve Gaudet of
Acampo, California, Julia Marie O’Roark and her husband, Jerry, of Dallas, Sybella Green and her husband,
Marvin, of Bay City, Lilly Carr of Bay City and Antoinette Rogers of Bay City; by two brothers and sisters-inlaw,
Frank and Victoria Richers of Vina del Mar, Chile, South America, and Sherwood and Judy Richers of
Albuquerque, New Mexico; by three stepgrandchildren, Katherine Richers of Bakersfield, California, and Lance
and Shane Richers both of Penn Laird, Virginia; and by a number of nieces and nephews. A rosary will be recited
at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, November 8, 1995 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be held at 2
p.m. Thursday, November 9, 1995 at Holy Cross Catholic Church with Msgr. James Bruner officiating. Burial
will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck. Pallbearers include, Dr. Joe Lawhon, Scott Lawhon, Peter
Green, Douglas Green, Kirk Carr, and Ryan Carr. In lieu of the usual remembrances, contributions may be made
to the Holy Cross Catholic School Foundation, 2200 Ave. F, Suite 107, Bay City, TX 77414-5017.
Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City. [Matagorda County Newspaper, ca November
1995]
More About Emil Eugene Richers:
Burial: 09 Nov 1995, Roselawn Cemetery, Van Vleck, Matagorda Co., TX 457
Child of Emil Richers and Elise Holtwick is:
136 i. Kelly M. 12 Richers, born Private.
58. Sherwood Andrew 11 Richers (Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne
Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Judith Louise Bonelli Private. She was born Private.
Children of Sherwood Richers and Judith Bonelli are:
+ 137 i. Sherwood Andrew 12 Richers, Jr., born Private.
+ 138 ii. Cynthia Louise Richers, born Private.
+ 139 iii. Stephanie Jo Richers, born Private.
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140 iv. Joseph D Richers, born Private.
59. Gus Clifton 11 Richers (Alfred Charles 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) 458 was born 16 Mar 1936 in Bay City, Matagorda Co., TX 458 , and died 20 Apr 1987 in Baytown,
Harris, TX 458,459 . He married Ruth Evelyn Brooks Private, daughter of D. Brooks and Gladys O'Banion. She
was born Private.
Notes for Gus Clifton Richers:
Rickers [Richers]
Funeral services for Gus C. Richers, 51, of Baytown will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday in Earthman Funeral
Home chapel, Baytown, with the Rev. Byron Reeves officiating. Burial will be in Memory Gardens of Baytown.
Mr. Richers was born March 16, 1936, in Bay City to Alfred and Frances Richers and died april 20, 1987, in a
Baytown hospital. He was a member of the San Jacinto Southern Baptist Church, Baytown, and the Baytown
Coin and Relic Club. Survivors include his wife, Ruth Richers of Baytown; a son, Ralph Richers of Baytown;
four brothers, Bryan, Charles and Vic Richers, all of Bay City, and Wes Richers of Kilgore; and several nieces
and nephews. Arrangements are with Earthman Funeral Home, Baytown. [Matagorda County Newpaper, ca
April 1987]
More About Gus Clifton Richers:
Burial: Abt. 22 Apr 1987, Memory Gardens, Baytown, Harris, TX 460
Child of Gus Richers and Ruth Brooks is:
141 i. Ralph Edward 12 Richers, born Private.
61. John Wesley 11 Richers (Alfred Charles 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Ebbie Elaine Flint Private, daughter of Guy Flint and Ethel Thames.
She was born Private.
Children of John Richers and Ebbie Flint are:
+ 142 i. Jeffery Neal 12 Richers, born Private.
143 ii. Donna Kay Richers, born Private. She married Cleveland Haines Morris Private; born Private.
62. Regina Frances 11 Richers (Alfred Charles 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) 461 was born 04 Feb 1935 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX 461 , and died 26 Oct 1969 in Bay City,
Matagorda, TX 462 . She married Bennie Louis Haverlah, Sr. 463 , son of Erwin Haverlah and Mary Ressmann. He
was born 14 Aug 1935 in Austin Co., TX 463 , and died 09 Apr 1987 in Karnes Co., TX 464 .
Children of Regina Richers and Bennie Haverlah are:
144 i. Bennie Louis 12 Haverlah, Jr. 465 , born 14 Aug 1957 in Matagorda Co., Tx 465 ; died 21 Jan 1982 in
Matagorda Co., Tx 466 .
145 ii. Jonathan Wayne Haverlah, born Private.
+ 146 iii. Lilly Elise Haverlah, born Private.
+ 147 iv. Alfred Charles Haverlah, born Private.
+ 148 v. Anna Ruth Haverlah, born Private.
63. Charles George 11 Richers (Alfred Charles 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Carmen Sue Ashworth Private, daughter of James Ashworth and
Rose Henley. She was born Private.
Child of Charles Richers and Carmen Ashworth is:
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149 i. Angela Sue 12 Richers, born Private.
65. Regina Victoria 11 Hunger (Willahemina Francisca 10 Richers, Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner,
Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 467,468 was born 21 Nov 1916 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX 469 , and died 13 Feb 2006 in
Longview, Gregg, TX 469 . She married Jack Herman Welge 06 Jun 1942 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX 470 , son of
Dora Welge. He was born 01 Apr 1915 in San Marcos, Hays, TX 471 , and died 20 Sep 1981 in Austin, Travis,
TX 472,473,474 .
Notes for Regina Victoria Hunger:
A "Battle" Dance
Mr. and Mrs. F. W. Hunger, assisted by O. A. Hunger, threw open wide the gates of hospitality to the numerous
young folks of La Grange when on Saturday night, April 22, they honored "The Three Lucky Pals" - their
daughter Regina Hunger, Virginia Elizabeth Frede and William Gates Philips, all 1933 seniors - with a "battle"
dance in the beautiful, spacious store building just recently erected by Otto A. Hunger. The color scheme, being a
Mexican one, was tastefully carried out by draperies of green crepe, paper garlands, and floating balloons on
white walls and ceilings, with large white pendant globes illuminating same. Large floor baskets with asparagus
ferns and red and white roses were alternately and attractively placed among pot plants of sprengeri, ferns and
cactus. The opening was staged with a grand march at 8:15 o'clock; music for the occasion was played by our
ever-willing and talented young musicians, Joseph Schuhmacher, Harvey Dippel and Wilbur Zapp. After this
games of various kinds were arranged in the rear part of the building for those who do not dance; while the joyful
tones of laughter and the gliding of gracefulness to the beautiful strains of music from famous dance orchestras
over the Philco radio, which was provided by Mr. Geo. Adamcik, and the large Edison phonograph with loud
speaker attached, donated for use by Mr. O. E. Stolz when static threatened to destroy the music, told of the
pleasure of others. At 10 o'clock the battle was raging at its height when the bombs bursted and confetti and
streamers were seen flying in abundance. Throughout the evening refreshments consisting of iced friut punch
were lavishly served in punch cups from large crystal punch bowls, presided over by Mrs. C. W. Amberg and
Mrs. F. W. Hunger. Everyone departed at a late hour, thanking the host and hostess for the wonderful hospitality
and great enjoyment which shall always remain in their memory as one of youth's most enjoyable days. ----
One Present. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, April 27, 1933]
TEACHES AT YOAKUM
Miss Regina Hunger, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. W. Hunger, has been added to the faculty of the Yoakum
schools. Miss Regina recently received her degree at the San Marcus college. [The La Grange Journal,
Thursday, October 13, 1938]
Regina Victoria Hunger Welge
Regina Victoria Hunger Welge, 89, died Monday, February 13, 2006 after a long battle with Alzheimer's. She
was born to Fred W. Hunger and Frances Richers Hunger in LaGrange, Texas on November 21, 1916. She met
her future husband, Jack Herman Welge while at Texas State University in San Marcos, Texas (then, Southwest
Texas College) and was married shortly after graduation in 1936. After marriage, the couple moved to Austin,
Texas where Jack went to work for the Texas Employment Commission and Regina began a teaching career that
would span almost 5 decades. World War II saw Jack become a Naval Officer after Midshipman's School at
Columbia University in New York City and Regina become a homemaker assisting her husband. After World
War II, both returned to Austin to begin a family and resume their lives. A life long teacher and resident of
Austin, Texas until her untimely illness, Regina Welge continued teaching moving from Austin High School to
Travis High School where she taught Office Practice, Shorthand, and Bookkeeping, and on to Crockett High
School where she began the Vocational Office Program ("VOE"). She continued teaching VOE at Crockett High
School only retiring following her husband's death in 1981. A caregiver from birth, Regina had cared for her
parents in her home since the onset of the father's illness in 1962. Following both her Father's and her husband's
deaths, she continued caring for her mother, Frances Richers Hunger, in her home until her mother's death in
1987. Regina was a life long member of the University United Methodist Church of Austin, Texas where she and
her husband transferred their memberships shortly after the war. Prior to her illness, she was very active in the
Inquirers Class and served as a lay Eucharistic minister taking communion to those unable to attend Church
Services. Regina Welge was a life member of the American Association of University Women ("AAUW"), and
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The Heritage Society of Austin, She was a member of the Austin Symphony League, the Tri'L Club, Southwest
Texas State University Alumni Association, Texas Vocational Technical Association, American Vocational
Association, Texas State Teachers Association, Texas Retired Teachers Association, The American Heart
Association, Naval Reserve Association, National Association of Uniformed Services, and the Texas Ex-Students
Association. Following her retirement from classroom instruction and until the onset of her illness, she built and
ran Mid Texas Management, a real estate holding company and leasing firm. She leaves as a legacy her boundless
energy, love of life and family, and love of her Savior, Jesus Christ. Regina was preceded in death by her
husband, Jack Herman Welge and her parents, Fred W. Hunger and Frances Richers Hunger. She is survived by
her son, Jack H. Welge, Jr., and his wife, Ava Avent Welge, and two granddaughters, Kirsten Welge and
Kathleen Welge. Graveside services will be held 10:00 a.m. Saturday, February 18, 2006 in the New City
Cemetery of LaGrange, Texas with the Reverend Carol Petty officiating under direction of Rader Funeral Home
of Longview. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 16, 2006 at Rader
Funeral Home, 1617 Judson Rd. Memorials may be made to the University United Methodist Church of Austin,
Texas or to the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children. A memorial guestbook may be signed at
www.raderfh.com. [Austin American-Statesman, Friday, February 17, 2006]
More About Regina Victoria Hunger:
Burial: 18 Feb 2006, City Cemetery, La Grange, Fayette, TX 475
Notes for Jack Herman Welge:
Welge, Jack Herman, 66, 3313 Big Bend Drive, died Monday. Services 10 a.m. Thursday at University United
Methodist Church. Memorials requested. Suvivors: wife, Regina H. Welge of Austin; son, Jack H. Welge Jr. of
Longview. (Weed-Corley) [Austin American-Statesman, Tuesday, September 21, 1981]
Welge
Jack Herman Welge, 66, of 3313 Big Bend Drive, Austin, died Monday, Sept. 21. Services were held at 10:00
am. Thursday, Sept. 24, at University United Methodist Church in Austin. Graveside services were held at 2:00
pm. Thursday at La Grange City Cemetery. Survivors include his wife, Regina H. Welge, of Austin and one son,
Jack H. Welge, Jr. of Longview. Mr. Welge was a retired Naval Officer and at the time of his death was
associated with the Texas Employment [Commission]. He was the son-in-law of the late Frederick William
Hunger of La Grange. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Fund. Weed-Corley Funeral Home was in
charge of the funeral arrangements. [La Grange Journal, Wednesday, Ocotber 7, 1981]
More About Jack Herman Welge:
Burial: 23 Sep 1981, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX 476
Marriage Notes for Regina Hunger and Jack Welge:
Welge - Hunger
A wedding of interest was held at the Travis Street Methodist Church, Saturday evening, June 6, at 8:30 o'clock,
when Miss Regina Victoria Hunger, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. W. Hunger, became the bride of Jack Herman
Welge of Austin, son of Mrs. Dora Welge of San Marcus; Rev. J. W. Shepherd, pastor of the Methodist church,
officiated. The church was arranged with white gladioli and Woodwardia fern, candelebras graduating effect,
lighted with 21 white tapers with white pedestals and bowls of gladioli on each side of the alter. Miss Pauline
Duff and Mrs. Ivan Knolle, played a program of pre-nuptial selections, the wedding processional and recessional;
Mrs. Leo Frede, Jr., sang "Because" and "Ich Liebe Dich", accompanied by violin and piano. The bride in
traditional white, entered with her father, who gave her in marriage. Her dress was of white starched chiffon,
floor length with long insertion. Her long, full veil, Queen Anne headdress, heart-shaped with tiny pleated
ruching of illusion, extended well over her long train. Miss Hunger carried a bouquet of calla lillies. Her jewelry
was old-fashioned diamond ear screws and a single strand pearl necklace with diamond clip.
The matron of honor was Mrs. Percy Dykes of Houston ----------- maids were ---- Mrs. Harper Bass of Austin, the
flower girl was Janice Wood of Austin; all wore white net with chantilly lace and wore corsages of tri-colored
carnations in variegated shades, shaft style. A finger-tip veil of illusion fastened to a heart-shaped halo, was worn
by all the bride's attendants. The bridegroom's best man was Harper Bass of Austin; ushers were Percy Dykes of
Houston, Fritz Tell of Weimar, Welborn H. Dunlop and Wilton Woods of Austin. Their suits were midnight blue
and they wore blue and white dotted ties and white carnation buttoniere. Mrs. Hunger, mother of the bride, wore
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a white Jersey gown, and Mrs. Welge, mother of the bridegroom, wore a white lace dress. Both wore dubonneecolored
carnation corsages. Following the ceremony a reception was held at the home of the bride's parents. An
arbor with heart-shaped blue lights formed the background of a table adorned with gladioli and the beautiful
wedding cake, a double wedding bell on reflector which was presided over by Misses Ouida Gray and Effie
Brooks of Austin. Mesdames Welborn H. Dunlop of Austin, Mrs. Sam Dykes of Houston, and Mrs. Truett
Chance of San Antonio had charge of the punch bowls. Misses Leola Hausler, Sybil Ruth Giese, Helen Hausler,
Milicent Brown, Barbara Frede, and Jeanette Pickens of Canadian, served the refreshments. The bride's book was
in charge of Miss Regina Richers of Bay City and Mrs. J. W. Shepherd of La Grange. The rehearsal dinner
Saturday evening was given by Mr. and Mrs. F. W. Hunger at the Lester Hotel banquet hall at 5:15 o'clock.
Plates were laid for 36 guests. Later in the evening the couple left for a wedding trip to San Antonio and
Monterey, Mexico. For traveling the bride chose a white wool serge with hand-braided brown trim, a coat and
accessories of brown. Her corsage was white orchids. Mr. and Mrs. Welge will make their home in Austin,
where Mr. Welge is employed at the Unemployment Compensation Commission. [The La Grange Journal,
Thursday, June 11, 1942]
Child of Regina Hunger and Jack Welge is:
+ 150 i. Jack Herman 12 Welge, Jr., born Private.
67. Mozelle 11 McMillan (Annie 10 Huebner, George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 477 was born 24 Jun 1910 in
Texas 478,479 , and died 02 Aug 1994 in Runnels Co., TX 480,481 . She married Charles Birney McCready 482,483 12
Jun 1929, son of Charles McCready and Sarah McCready. He was born 28 Sep 1907 in Texas 484,485,486 , and died
31 May 1968 in Bexar Co., TX 487,488 .
Notes for Charles Birney McCready:
Charles B. McCready
Services for Charles B. McCready, 63 year old Public Service Board foreman, 147 Norfolk Pl., will be at 2 p.m.
Sunday in Porter Loring Mortuary Colonial Chapel. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Ballinger. He died
Friday. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. C. B. McCready of San Antonio; two daughters, Mrs. W. J. Kelley of
Arlington and Miss Carolyn McCready of San Antonio; three sisters, Mrs. Paul T. Bailey of Abilene, and Mrs.
Lora Ramey and Mrs. J. R. Bennett, both of Dallas; and two grandsons. [San Antonio Express-News, Sunday,
June 2, 1968]
More About Charles Birney McCready:
Burial: 02 Jun 1968, Evergreen Cemetery, Ballinger, Runnels, TX 488
Children of Mozelle McMillan and Charles McCready are:
+ 151 i. Nedra Glenn 12 McCready, born Private.
+ 152 ii. Carolyn Jean McCready, born Private.
68. George Lee 11 Huebner, Jr. (George Lee 10 , George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He
married Patricia Penelope Todd Private, daughter of George Todd and Frances Allen. She was born 02 Sep
1921 in New Orleans, Orleans, LA, and died 09 Jul 2005 in College Station, Brazos, TX 489 .
Notes for Patricia Penelope Todd:
She was born at 8241 Spruce Street at 11:30 a.m., Friday. Her kindergarten teacher was Mrs. Lieb. Patricia's first
grade teacher was Miss Delohan; second grade was Miss Dailey; third grade was Miss Nona Brann. Her fourth
grade teacher was Miss Anna C. Byrnes (who gave her a silver jelly spoon). Miss Myra Black was her fifth grade
teacher. Patricia attended Albert Sydney Johnston Junior High and San Jacinto High School.
Two Retiring Teachers Talk Issues, Memories
Education by Eugene Cox Jr.
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Mary Sicilio, who retired Friday after 34 years of teaching, believes career ladder placements are going to cause a
lot of unhappiness, dissatisfaction and concern among teachers. “It’s not what it should be,” said Sicilio, a thirdgrade
teacher at College Hill Elementary School for 19 years. “How can they evaluate? Does it tell you what
type of teacher you are? Are you efficient, child-oriented or what? A totally objective assessment can’t be
made.” Sicilio said modifications are in order for the career ladder. Sicilio said that when teachers first qualified
for the career ladder in 1984, she was told she had made it, and then that she didn’t make it. Sicilio was dropped
from the career ladder because a three-hour graduate course she took at Texas A&M University was not accepted
for her counseling and guidance requirement. “I use counseling every day,” Sicilio said. “I don’t care about the
money. This is just an example of what the career ladder system is like and why I don’t think it’s good.”
However, after 25 years of teaching in College Station, Sicilio decided, “It was time to hang up the cleats.” “My
experience has been wonderful,” Sicilio said. “College Hills is outstanding. It’s going to be …….. one doesn’t
leave 34 of teaching and not have very strong feeling. I’m really going to miss this.” Sicilio intended to retire at
the end of the school year, but decided instead to retire Friday – just after the end of the first semester. “I began
to feel that I wasn’t doing the best I could,” she said. “My drive had slowed down.” Sicilio, who has been
training her replacement (Patty Brevard) for the past week, said it was coincidental that Brevard would be the
wife of a former student. “I taught her husband in 1970,” she said. Sicilio has had an interesting teaching career.
When she taught at Robertson Academy in Nashville, Tenn., she taught the son of former Tennessee governor
Frank Clemons and the son of Hank William Sr. She has also taught in Shreveport, La., El Paso and Galveston.
Pat Huebner, a sixth-grade math teacher at Oakwood Elementary School, also retired Friday, after 21 years in the
College Station school district. Huebner believes there is no such thing as a poor teacher. “You have to be very
dedicated to be a teacher,” Huebner said. “It’s like being in the clergy. You have to love it.” “I was dedicated,”
she said. “I would have done it without a salary.” But there was a time when Huebner, a graduate of Texas
Woman’s University in Denton, wouldn’t have taught school “for all the cows in Texas.” Huebner became
interested in teaching when she became a substitute teacher because of Hurricane Carla. “Teachers weren’t able
to get back (here) and they were desperate for teachers,” she said. Huebner got her emergency teaching
certificate and went on from there. Huebner, who also had intended to retire at the end of the school year, said
she retired now because she was needed elsewhere. “My daughter was expecting a baby and it was necessary
with her,” she said. Huebner became the grandmother of an 8-pound, 2-ounce boy New Year’s Eve. huebner
said she has enjoyed everything in her teaching career. “The children at all grade levels were wonderful,” she
said, and she sees the results of her labor everywhere. “There is never a place I go out where I don’t see a
youngster or a family. That will always be a joy.” Huebner said she will now have the time to do thing while she
can still enjoy them. “I’ll have more time to read without having a guilty conscience” and not worry about
preparing lesson, Huebner said. “I can relax while I read.” “The children in this district are very lucky to have
the teachers they do,” Huebner said. And maybe they are. Huebner said she wouldn’t be surprised if she does
some substitute teaching in the future. [The Bryan-College Station Eagle, Monday, January 20, 1986]
Patricia Todd Huebner, Sept. 2, 1921 - July 9, 2005
Services for Patricia Todd Huebner, 83, of College Station are set for 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at St. Thomas
Episcopal Church in College Station. The Rev. Sandi Mizirl will officiate. Viewing will be from 6 to 8 p.m.
Tuesday at Memorial Funeral Chapel College Station. Mrs. Huebner died Saturday at College Station Medical
Center. She was born in Houston and lived in College Station for 55 years. She taught 21 years at College Hills
Elementary School, Oakwood Middle School, A&M Consolidated High School and at Mumford schools. She was
a member of Delta Kappa Gamma Sorority, Daughters of the King, the Red Hat Society and the Texas State
Teachers Association. She was a homemaker and a member of St. Thomas Episcopal Church. Survivors include
her husband, Dr. George Lee Huebner Jr. of College Station; a son and daughter-in-law, George Lee III and
Lenae Huebner of College Station; three daughters and sons-in-law, Margaret and Allen Woody of Dallas, and
Nancy and Robby Brown and Anne and James Beamer, all of College Station; six grandchildren; and two greatgrandchildren.
[The Bryan-College Station Eagle, Tuesday, July 12, 2005]
Patricia Todd Huebner
Patricia Penelope Todd, the daughter of Frances Louise Allen Todd and George Emerson Todd, was born on
September 2, 1921 in New Orleans, Louisiana. She was an only child and an only grandchild. Patricia grew up in
Houston, Texas and graduated from San Jacinto High School in 1938. She attended Texas State College for
Women in Denton and received her Bachelor of Arts degree in 1942. Patricia married her beloved husband,
George Lee Huebner, Jr. on December 27, 1941 at St. John's Methodist Church in Houston. They became the
parents of four children: George Lee Huebner, III, born in 1945; Margaret Todd Huebner, born in 1949; Nancy
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Allen Huebner, born in 1953; and Anne Adams Huebner, born in 1957. Patricia and George are the grandparents
of six: Todd Huebner Hall, Joshua Taylor Woody. M.D., Matthew Todd Woody, William George Brown, Sarah
Margaret Brown, and Laura Ellen Brown. They have two great-grandchildren: Mackenzie Eryn Hall and Ryan
Patrick Hall. George is married to Lenae Brown Huebner, Meg to Allen Woody, Nancy to Robby L. Brown,
Anne to James Beamer, Todd to Jean Phillips Hall, and Joshua to Mitra Azodi Woody. George and Patricia
moved to New York City in 1942. They were stationed there for about two years. She did graduate work at
Columbia University during that time. Memories of their days in New York have always been some of their
favorite. They moved to Houston in 1944. There, Patricia was a charter member of the Houston Junior Forum,
from which she kept many of her dearest lifelong friends, especially Olive Qualtrough. George and Patricia were
early members of St. Marks's Episcopal Church where they served as the youth group sponsors. In 1949, the
Huebners moved to College Station and became members of the faculty of Texas A&M in 1953. Patricia enrolled
in graduate couses there. She was very involved in St. Thomas Church and in work for the Episcopal Diocese of
Texas. She taught for the A&M Consolidated Schools for 21 years, spanning from third grade up through high
school. Patricia was a founding member of Kappa Gamma Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma. She was also a
member of Daughters of the King, Texas State Teachers Association, American Association of University
Women, The Garden Club, and the Red Hat Society. She attended Bible Study Fellowship as well as Bible study
groups and studied Education for Ministry. Patricia served many years as a Girl Scout leader for her daughters'
Troops. Throughout her life, Patricia's faith has been so important to her. She was raised in the Methodist Church
in Houston, where at five years old, she "escaped" from the pew and answered the altar call and was baptised.
Church involvment was a big part of her growing-up years. She often played the violin for church services. She
also played with the Houston Junior Symphony. She joined the Episcopal Church after she married and was
confirmed by Bishop Quinn in 1942, at Christ Church, Houston. She was presented for confirmation by the Rev.
John Hines. Patricia loved people! She also loved time with her friends, gardening, cooking special meals,
sewing, needlework, fabric, her beauty shop visits, her dogs, Winston and Quincy, and, most of all, her family.
Patricia and George drew great joy from raising their family. They have always met every need, worked hard to
make every occasion special, and every friend welcome. Their family has been their focus. Patricia always told
her children that the best gift she gave them was in choosing their Daddy. She had a talent for making each person
feel important, interesting, and cared for. Throughout her illness she maintained an active life, always anxious to
"go and do" and enjoy every minute she could. Because of her love of life and the loving care of her husband, she
perservered in spite of the physical limitations imposed upon her. Patsy died peacefully, surrounded by her
family, at noon on Saturday, July 9, 2005. She made an impact on many many people and will be missed by her
family and friends.
More About Patricia Penelope Todd:
Burial: 13 Jul 2005, College Station City Cemetery, College Station, Brazos, TX 489
College graduation: 29 Aug 1942, Texas Women's College, Denton, Denton Co, TX
High school graduation: May 1938, Sam Houston High School, Houston, Harris, TX
Children of George Huebner and Patricia Todd are:
+ 153 i. George Lee 12 Huebner III, born Private.
+ 154 ii. Margaret Todd Huebner, born Private.
+ 155 iii. Nancy Allen Huebner, born Private.
156 iv. Anne Adams Huebner, born Private. She married James Michael Beamer Private; born Private.
69. Marcus Taylor 11 Huebner (George Lee 10 , George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 490,491 was born 13 Jan
1920 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX 491 , and died 05 Apr 1972 in Houston, Harris, TX 492,493 . He married Wynelle
Ada Schlick Private, daughter of Armin Schlick and Ada Meyer. She was born Private.
Notes for Marcus Taylor Huebner:
Brother of Attorney Dies In Houston
Marcus Taylor Huebner, a frequent and well-known visitor in Bay City, passed away in a Houston hospital April
5. Mr. Huebner was a brother of a Bay City resident, Bert Huebner and the son of Mrs. Leta Taylor Huebner of
Lane City, and the late George L. Huebner. He made his home in Arlington, Texas, after retiring as an airline
pilot. A complete obituary can be found on page 9 of today’s Daily Tribune. [The Daily Tribune, Bay City,
Texas, Thursday, April 6, 1972]
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Huebner
Huebner, Marcus Taylor, age 50, a resident of Arlington, Texas, passed away in a Houston hospital on April 5.
Survivors include his widow, Wynelle Schlick Huebner; sons, Richard of Los Angeles, Calif., Roger of Norman,
Okla., Taylor, serving in the Navy in Calif.; daughters, Mrs. Mary Marcus Crowley of Zurich, Switzerland, Leta
and Nell Huebner of Arlington. Also his mother, Mrs. Leta Taylor Huebner of Lane City; brothers, Dr. George L.
Huebner of College Station, Bert L. Huebner of Bay City, William G. Huebner of Houston and David N. Huebner
of Victoria. Other survivors are four grandchildren, Marcus Edward, Roger Meyer and Todd Huebner and Leah
Crowley. The funeral is set for 10:00 a.m. Saturday, April 8 in Wharton. Arrangements made through the
Wharton Funeral Home. [The Daily Tribune, Bay City, Texas, Thursday, April 6, 1972]
More About Marcus Taylor Huebner:
Burial: 08 Apr 1972, City Cemetery, Wharton, Wharton Co., TX 493
Children of Marcus Huebner and Wynelle Schlick are:
+ 157 i. Richard Lee 12 Huebner, born 15 Mar 1943 in Houston, Harris, TX; died 02 Nov 1978 in Los Angeles,
Los Angeles, CA.
158 ii. Roger Frederick Huebner, born Private. He married (1) Linda Rae Rutherford Private; born Private. He
married (2) Tyna Rae Smith Private; born Private.
+ 159 iii. Mary Marcus Huebner, born Private.
+ 160 iv. Taylor Meyer Huebner, born Private.
161 v. Leta Dora Huebner, born Private.
+ 162 vi. Wynelle Schlick Huebner, born Private.
70. Bert Lewis 11 Huebner (George Lee 10 , George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He
married Dorothy Ann Baer Private, daughter of Arthur Baer and Pearl Yates. She was born Private.
Children of Bert Huebner and Dorothy Baer are:
+ 163 i. Rae Allison 12 Huebner, born Private.
164 ii. Glenn Baer Huebner, born Private.
165 iii. Sara Lee Huebner, born Private. She married Douglas Blair Smith Private; born Private.
166 iv. Daniel Baer Huebner, born 08 Jul 1958 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX; died 08 Jul 1958 in Bay City,
Matagorda, TX 494 .
Notes for Daniel Baer Huebner:
Infant Son of Bert Huebners Dies
Graveside services will be conducted Thursday at 3:00 p.m. in Cedarvale cemetery for the infant son of
Mr. and Mrs. Bert Huebner who passed away Wednesday afternoon at Matagorda General Hospital. Dr.
A.T. Dyal will conduct the services and Taylor Brothers Funeral Home will be in charge of
arrangements. The baby is survived by his parents, two sisters, Sara Lee and Rae Allison Huebner and
one brother, Glenn Baer Huebner all of Bay City. [The Daily Tribune, Bay City, Texas, July 9, 1958]
More About Daniel Baer Huebner:
Burial: 09 Jul 1958, Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, Matagorda Co., TX 494
71. William Glenn 11 Huebner (George Lee 10 , George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He
married Jutta Ingrid Bartsch Private. She was born Private.
Children of William Huebner and Jutta Bartsch are:
167 i. William Siegfried 12 Huebner, born Private.
+ 168 ii. Michael Bruno Huebner, born Private.
+ 169 iii. Nanette Lee Huebner, born Private.
170 iv. Roger Glenn Huebner, born Private. He married Ju Ching Jiang Private; born Private.
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72. David Newsome 11 Huebner (George Lee 10 , George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He
married Ruth LaVern Brandt Private, daughter of Walter Brandt and Willie Barry. She was born Private.
Children of David Huebner and Ruth Brandt are:
+ 171 i. Barry Blaine 12 Huebner, born Private.
+ 172 ii. Sharon Delaine Huebner, born Private.
+ 173 iii. Lynly Renay Huebner, born Private.
73. Gussie Inez 11 Albrecht (Ella Mae 10 Huebner, George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
She married (1) Jacob Castleton Hill, Jr. Private, son of Jacob Castleton Hill, Sr.. He was born Private. She
married (2) Hugh Bradley Hallam Private. He was born 22 May 1925 in Beaumont, Jefferson, TX 495 , and died
02 Dec 2001 in Nacogdoches, Nacogdoches Co., TX 495 .
Children of Gussie Albrecht and Jacob Hill are:
+ 174 i. Jeanette Marie 12 Hill, born 06 Jan 1943 in Sealy, Austin, TX; died 05 Jul 2002 in Rockwall, Rockwall
Co., TX.
175 ii. Roger Bruce Hill, born Private.
+ 176 iii. Lynn Howard Hill, born Private.
74. Arolee 11 Albrecht (Ella Mae 10 Huebner, George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 496 was born 09 Apr 1926
in LaGrange, Fayette, TX 497 , and died 09 Oct 2004 in New Orleans, Orleans, LA 497 . She married James Doris
Hoy, Jr. 02 Mar 1946 in La Grange, Fayette Co., TX 498 , son of James Doris Hoy. He was born 23 Nov 1922 in
Atlanta, Fulton, GA 499 , and died 10 May 1997 in New Orleans, Orleans, LA 499 .
Notes for Arolee Albrecht:
Arolee (Tookie) Hoy
Arolee (Tookie) Hoy, boarded the Peace Train for Home on Saturday morning, October 9, 2004. She was 78
years. She is survived by her two children: Donna Olsen and John Hoy; her sister, Gussie Albrecht Hill Hallam;
her brother, Lynn Grasshoff; her nephews: Lynn Howard Hill and Roger Hill; her grand nephew, Sean Eubanks:
her grand niece, Allegra Eubanks Calkin; their father, Edward Eubanks; and her cousin, Doctor George Lee
Huebner. She is preceded in death by her parents: Ella and Gus Albrecht; her niece, Jeanette Hill Eubanks; and
her daughter-in-law, Pamala Hoy. She was a long time employee at Sellers and Sanders Clinic where she rose to
the position of Manager of the Bookkeeping Department. She was a kind and gentle soul, and a woman of great
personal sacrifice. She was always good to both people and animals. She was an avid gardener, a talented artist,
and a bon vivant who appreciated the beautiful things in life. She was loved by all those who knew her, and she
will be sorely missed. Services will be held at noon on Wednesday, October 13, with a visitation between 10:00
AM and noon, at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Ponchartrain Boulevard, New Orleans, LA, 70124,
504-486-6331. [The Times-Picayune, New Orleans, Louisiana, October 12, 2004]
More About Arolee Albrecht:
Burial: 13 Oct 2004
Marriage Notes for Arolee Albrecht and James Hoy:
Albrecht - Hoy Rites Performed Saturday
Miss Arolee Albrecht, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gus William Albrecht of La Grange, became the bride of Cpl.
James D. Hoy, son of Mr. and Mrs. James Hoy of Kenmore, New York, in a ceremony performed at the
Presbyterian manse here Saturday afternoon at 4:45 with Rev. Guy B. Duff performing the rites. The bride wore
a suit of aqua blue gabardine with black accessories. A three-strand pearl necklace, a gift of the groom was her
only ornament. She carried an orchid on a white Bible. Miss Sue Jane McCollum was the bride's only attendant.
Miss McCollum wore a brown suit with white and brown accessories. J. C. Yeary Jr. was best man. After the
wedding a reception was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. H. T. McCollum. The reception rooms were
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attractively decorated with white flower arrangements, and the lace laid bride's table held a centerpiece of
snowdrops and iris. White tapers completed the arrangement. Mrs. J. C. Hill Jr. of Sealy, the bride's sister,
served the three-tiered embossed wedding cake and Miss Florene Hill of Sealy served punch. Guests were
registered by Miss Lillie Seeberger. Upon their return from a short wedding trip to South Texas points, Mrs. Hoy
will resume her duties as Western Union operator here until Cpl. Hoy is discharged from the Army. He is
currently stationed at Camp Swift. They then plan to live at Buffalo, N. Y. Mrs. Hoy is a graduate of La Grange
High School with the class of 1943. The groom returned in August after having served in the ETO. Prior to
being inducted he attended Colgate University at Syracuse, N. Y. and Vanderbilt at Nashville, Tenn. [The La
Grange Journal, Thursday, March 7, 1946]
Children of Arolee Albrecht and James Hoy are:
177 i. Donna Kathleen 12 Hoy, born Private. She married William Olsen Private; born Private.
178 ii. John Patrick Hoy, born Private. He married Pamela Lynn Roofe Private; born 18 Jan 1953 in Irmagawa,
Japan; died 19 Feb 2001 499 .
75. Lynn Howard 11 Grasshoff (Ella Mae 10 Huebner, George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
He married Layne Amelia Lorenzo Private. She was born Private.
Children of Lynn Grasshoff and Layne Lorenzo are:
179 i. Michael Lynn 12 Grasshoff, born Private.
+ 180 ii. Eric Paul Grasshoff, born Private.
181 iii. Barbara Ellen Grasshoff, born Private.
182 iv. David Lawrence Grasshoff, born 08 Oct 1952 in Los Angeles Co., CA 500 ; died 18 Dec 1972 in Los
Angeles Co., CA 501 .
76. Willadean 11 Brown (Lola Mae 10 Huebner, Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 20 Apr
1905 in Bay City, Matagorda Co., TX, and died Unknown. She married J. D. Graham 02 Oct 1932. He died
Unknown.
Children of Willadean Brown and J. Graham are:
+ 183 i. Carol Elaine 12 Graham, born Private.
+ 184 ii. Marilyn Louise Graham, born Private.
+ 185 iii. Joan Diane Graham, born Private.
+ 186 iv. Mary Jane Graham, born Private.
77. Woodlief Fulmore 11 Brown (Lola Mae 10 Huebner, Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
03 Jun 1908 in Bay City, Matagorda Co., TX, and died Unknown. He married Mary Louise Magee Private.
She was born Private.
Child of Woodlief Brown and Mary Magee is:
187 i. Samuel Magee 12 Brown, born 02 Sep 1952 in Taylor Co., TX; died 03 Sep 1953.
78. Marion Toliver 11 Huebner (Marion Taylor 10 , Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 502,503 was born 03
Mar 1908 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX 504,505,506 , and died 01 Aug 1976 in Bay City, Matagorda Co., TX 507,508,509 .
He married Margaret Jean Hudson 510 28 Dec 1938, daughter of Eugene Hudson and Hope McKinney. She was
born 21 May 1911 in Edna, Jackson, TX 510,511 , and died 05 Dec 2000 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX 512,513 .
Notes for Marion Toliver Huebner:
Innovator and Farmer Top Huebner Dies
Marion Tolliver (Top) Huebner, 68, died at his home Sunday noon, August 1. He had earlier in the morning
worked in his field and when he came in the house he told his wife Jean, to wake him at noon as he was going to
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take a nap. Presumably death came as he slept. Top Huebner was born in Bay City, March 3, 1908 to Mr. and
Mrs. Taylor Huebner. He was third generation in the Huebner family whose farming and ranching operations in
Matagorda County began in the 1880’s. Top Huebner followed in that tradition and soon after his graduation
from Bay City High School in 1926 his responsibilities assumed adult proportions as his father died when Top
was in his teens. During World War II, Top served four years with the Sixth Seabees where he saw much action
in the Pacific theatre, especially in Guadacanal. His four years in the Seabees gave him a great opportunity to use
his unusual talent and knowledge of machinery and shop work and to improvise when necessary. An innovator, a
dreamer, a perfectionist, he turned his knowledge of machinery to practical use when he returned to farming. He
was among the first to invent, improve and use portable jack-knife rigs. He devised many labor saving devices
and was ever experimenting to produce more and more yield from his acres. In 1956 he was named the
outstanding rice farmer of Matagorda County. Six years ago he began to see the possibilities of using the Laser in
contour work in the rice fields. He perfected that usage and initiated its many benefits in Texas, Arkansas and
Mississippi. Besides his widow, Jean, he is survived by two sons, W. A. (Bill) and D. T. (Doug), and two
grandchildren. Also surviving are two brothers, Robert of Buffalo and Raleigh of Bay City and one sister,
Lucille, Mrs. Robert Wilkinson. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. W. D. O’Neal at the First Presbyterian
Church, Monday afternoon at 2 o’clock. Interment was in Cedarvale Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family
would appreciate donations be made to the heart fund. [The Daily Tribune, Monday, August 2, 1976]
Huebner
Marion Tolliver Huebner, 68, of Bay City passed away in his home August 1, 1976. He was born March 3, 1908
in Bay City. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Jean Huebner; his sons W. A. (Bill) Huebner and D. T. (Doug)
Huebner; his sister, Mrs. Robert Wilkinson; his brothers, Robert of Buffalo and Raleigh of Bay City; and two
granchildren. The funeral services were held at 2 p.m. today in the First Presbyterian Church with Rev. W. D.
O’Neal officiating followed by interment and burial in Cedarvale Cemetery. Pallbearers were W. A. (Bill)
Huebner, D. T. (Doug) Huebner, Ted Davant, John A. Huebner, D. J. Huebner, J. W. Fehmel, Clyde Eltlinbaum
and Carey Smith. Arrangements are by Taylor Brothers Funeral Home. [The Daily Tribune, Monday, August 2,
1976]
More About Marion Toliver Huebner:
Burial: 02 Aug 1976, Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, Matagorda Co., TX 514
Notes for Margaret Jean Hudson:
MARGARET J.H. HUEBNER
BAY CITY -- Margaret Jean Hudson Huebner, 89, of Bay City, died Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2000. She was born May
21, 1911, in Edna, to the late Eugene and Hope McKinney Hudson. She was a teacher in Matagorda County and
was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma Sorority, the Daughters of the American Revolution and the retired
teachers association. Survivors: sons, Bill Huebner and Doug Huebner, both of Bay City; and three
grandchildren. Preceded in death by: husband, Marion Toliver Huebner; parents; sisters, Rosemary Harris and
Alsie Pattillo. Services will be 10 a.m. Friday at the First Presbyterian Church in Bay City, the Rev. Sam Steele
officiating. Burial will be at Cedarvale Cemetery. Bay City Funeral Home, Bay City, 979-245-4893. Memorials:
First Presbyterian Church Scholarship Fund. [The Victoria Advocate, Victoria, Texas, December 07, 2000 on
page 9A]
More About Margaret Jean Hudson:
Burial: 08 Dec 2000, Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, Matagorda Co., TX 515
Children of Marion Huebner and Margaret Hudson are:
+ 188 i. William Andrew 12 Huebner, born 01 Nov 1945 in Ellis Co., TX; died 25 May 2001 in Bay City,
Matagorda, TX.
+ 189 ii. Douglas Taylor Huebner, born Private.
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79. Robert Taylor 11 Huebner (Marion Taylor 10 , Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 516 was born 02
Aug 1910 in Matagorda Co., Tx 517 , and died 30 Aug 1990 in Matagorda Co., TX 517,518 . He married Irma Emma
Hander 28 Dec 1935 in Houston, Harris, TX, daughter of Fred Hander and Katie Golmer. She was born 15 Apr
1909 in Galveston, Galveston, TX 519 , and died 07 Aug 1988 in Palacios, Matagorda, TX 520,521 .
Notes for Robert Taylor Huebner:
Huebner
Funeral services for Robert Taylor Huebner, 80, of Palacios will be 10 a.m. Monday at First Presbyterian Church,
Palacios, with the Rev. W. S. Blanton officiating. Burial will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City. Mr.
Huebner was born Aug. 2, 1910, near Bay City on a ranch started by his grandfather and died Aug. 30, 1990, at
his home in Palacios. During World War II, Mr. Huebner served with the U.S. Army in the European Theatre,
and fought in the Battle of the Buldge. In 1981 after moving to Palacios, he joined the Sons of the Republic of
Texas. Along with his brother, Raleigh, Mr. Huebner formed the Matagorda chapter and was also elected into
“The Order of the Knights of San Jacinto” in 1988, which is the highest honor within the gift of the Sons of the
Republic of Texas. Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, Don and Bonnie Huebner of Reston, Va.; a
sister, Luceile Wilkinson of Bay City; a brother, Raleigh Huebner of Bay City; and a sister-in-law Jean Huebner
of Bay City; and a sister-in-law, May Bourgeois, of Houston. He is also survived by five grandchldren, one greatgrandchild,
one niece and three nephews. Mr. Huebner was preceded in death by his wife, Irma Hander Huebner
and a brother, M. T. Huebner. Pallbearers include John Toellner, Bruce Herlin, Robert Montgomery, Frank
Pierce, Louis Coke and A. J. Hebert. Honorary pallbearer is R. M. Gwinn. Arrangements are with Taylor
Brothers Funeral Home, Palacios. [Matagorda County Newspaper, ca August 1990]
More About Robert Taylor Huebner:
Burial: 03 Sep 1990, Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, Matagorda Co., TX 522
Notes for Irma Emma Hander:
Huebner
Funeral services for Irma Huebner, 79, of Palacios will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday at Palacios Funeral Home
chapel with the Rev. Doug Blanton officiating. Burial will be in Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City. Mrs. Huebner
was born April 15, 1909, in Galveston to Fred and Katie Golmer Hander and died 10:40 p.m. Aug. 7, 1988, at
Wagner General Hospital, Palacios. A former resident of Buffalo, Texas, she lived in Palacios for the last six
years where she was a member of First Presbyterian Church. Survivors include her husband, Robert Huebner of
Palacios; a son, Don Huebner of Washington, D.C.; a sister, May Bourgeois of Houston; five grandchildren; and
several nieces and nephews. Arrangements are with Taylor Brothers Funeral Home, Palacios. [Matagorda
County Newspaper, ca August 1988]
More About Irma Emma Hander:
Burial: Abt. 09 Aug 1988, Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, Matagorda, TX 523
Child of Robert Huebner and Irma Hander is:
+ 190 i. Don Marion 12 Huebner, born Private.
81. Lillian Luceile 11 Huebner (Marion Taylor 10 , Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
She married Robert Jay Wilkinson 524 Private, son of Walter Wilkinson and Helen Gossett. He was born 09 Sep
1916 in Collegeport, Matagorda, TX 524 , and died 22 Sep 2000 in Wharton, Wharton, TX 524,525 .
Notes for Robert Jay Wilkinson:
ROBERT J. WILKINSON
BAY CITY -- Robert Jay ``Bob'' Wilkinson, 84, of Bay City, died September 22, 2000 at the Gulf Coast Medical
Center in Wharton, Texas. Mr. Wilkinson was born Sept. 9, 1916 in Collegeport, TX to the late Walter William
and Helen Lenora Gossett Wilkinson. He graduated from Bay City High School, where he delivered the salutatory
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address for the class of 1934. In 1938, he graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a degree in
journalism. Mr. Wilkinson was elected to SIGMA DELTA CHI, a national honorary & professional journalism
fraternity. He worked on The Daily Texan, the university newspaper, writing the first story about the UT tower
illuminated in orange following football victories. Mr. Wilkinson played in local dance orchestras, the Bay City
Municipal Band, and was a member of the Longhorn Band at The University of Texas. In 1938 he became sports
editor and a news reporter for the Daily Tribune. On December 28, 1939 he married Luceile Huebner, daughter of
Lillian Hurst and Marion Taylor Huebner, in the First Presbyterian Church of Bay City. On January, 1, 1940, he
became the editor of The Herald , a weekly Bay City newspaper. With the development of WWII, Mr. Wilkinson
joined the United States Navy, in 1943 and while stationed at the Corpus Christi Naval Training Center, he was
the editor of The Beam, the base newspaper. He left to serve in the Pacific aboard the U.S.S. Lind, with the third
and fifth fleets, and at the war's end he was present at the Japanese surrender aboard the destroyer U.S.S. Missouri
in Tokyo Bay on September 2, 1945. Following, he served aboard the destroyer U.S.S. English, as part of the
occupation force in Japanese waters. He received his honorable discharge from the Navy in February 1946, and
in June of that year published the first issue of the Bay City News. Eleven years later, he sold the Bay City News
to devote full time to the oil business with his father. The business of W.W. Wilkinson and Sons was dissolved
following his father's death in 1968, and Wilkinson became an independent oil operator and lease broker. His son,
Robert J. ``Bobby'' Wilkinson joined him in 1977, becoming the third generation of Wilkinsons, in the oil
business. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, a founding member of the Bay City Country Club
and Matagorda Co. Texas Exes, the Petroleum Club of Houston, and several professional and civic organizations.
Survivors include: wife, Luceile; son and daughter-in-law: Bobby and Peggy Wilkinson all of Bay City; daughter
and son-in-law: Martha and Clayton Lake of Las Vegas NV; grandchildren: Malynn Ashcraft of Broken Arrow,
OK, Clay Lake of Las Vegas, NV, Chris Wilkinson and Mindy Wilkinson both of Bay City; great-grandchildren:
Morgan Reber, Maurice ``Buddy'' Ashcraft III, and Sarah Ashcraft all of Broken Arrow, OK; aunt: Jean Gossett
of Salesville, OH; brother-in-law: Raleigh Huebner of Bay City: sister-in-law; Jean Huebner of Bay City;
nephews: Jack Wilkinson, Jr. of Houston, Kent Cummins of Elgin, TX, Don Huebner of Buffalo, TX, Doug and
Bill Huebner of Bay City; nieces: Helen Fitch of Corpus Christi, Carol Ann Bascom of Tuscon, AZ, Marion
Lester of Fort Worth, Janet Considine of Midland, and Jean Richardson of Bay City. He was preceded in death
by his sister: Virginia Cummins of Bay City; brothers: John Paul Wilkinson of Midland and W.W. Wilkinson, Jr.
of Bay City; brothers-in-law: Robert Huebner of Palacios and M.T. Huebner of Bay City. Funeral Services will
be 3:00 PM Monday, Sept. 25, 2000, at the First Presbyterian Church in Bay City with Rev. Allen Anderson
officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Van Vleck. Pallbearers will be Chris
Wilkinson, Clay Lake II, Clay Lake, Jack Wilkinson, Darrell Hertel and Jack Conner. Memorials may be made to
the First Presbyterian Church or the American Cancer Society. Arrangements with Taylor Brother Funeral Home,
Bay City. (979) 245-4613. [The Victoria Advocate, Victoria, Texas, September 24, 2000 on page 7A]
More About Robert Jay Wilkinson:
Burial: 25 Sep 2000, Roselawn Memorial Park, Van Vleck, Matagorda, TX 526
Children of Lillian Huebner and Robert Wilkinson are:
+ 191 i. Martha 12 Wilkinson, born Private.
+ 192 ii. Robert Jay Wilkinson, Jr., born Private.
82. Lillian Mae 11 Hauck (Lillie Belle 10 Huebner, Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 527 was born 16
Aug 1912, and died 05 Dec 1974. She married Robert E. Simpson 527 05 Feb 1939. He was born 07 Sep
1914 528 , and died 29 Dec 1992 528 .
Children of Lillian Hauck and Robert Simpson are:
+ 193 i. Marilyn 12 Simpson, born Private.
+ 194 ii. Rosalind Simpson, born Private.
195 iii. Kathlyn Simpson, born Private. She married A Charles Baldwin Private; born Private.
+ 196 iv. Robert Marcus Simpson, born Private.
+ 197 v. William Thomas Simpson, born Private.
+ 198 vi. Douglas J. Simpson, born Private.
84. Bernice Irene 11 Hauck (Lillie Belle 10 Huebner, Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 02 Dec
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1919 528 , and died 03 Mar 1994 528 . She married William T. J. Milne Private. He was born Private.
Children of Bernice Hauck and William Milne are:
199 i. Robert Drew 12 Milne, born Private.
200 ii. Dudley Bradford Milne, born Private.
+ 201 iii. William Huebner Milne, born Private.
85. Mary Louise 11 Huebner (Marcus Dudley 10 , Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 04 May
1923 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX 529 , and died 28 Oct 1975 in Matagorda Co., Tx 530 . She married Wilford
Emanuel Frazier 13 Apr 1944 in Palacios, Matagorda, TX 531 , son of W. W. Frazier. He was born 30 Jan
1917 532 , and died 07 Mar 1996 in Matagorda Co., Tx 533,534 .
Marriage Notes for Mary Huebner and Wilford Frazier:
Breakfast Honors Miss Huebner on Her Wedding Morning
Mrs. Betty M. McCroskey entertaned at a pre-nuptial breakfast Thursday at 9:30 at the Bay Tex hotel in honor of
Miss Mary Louise Huebner whose wedding will be solemnized at the post chapel, Camp Hulen, Thursday night at
eight o’clock. The table was decorated in elegant simplicity in a color motif of yellow carried out in the organdie
cloth and the ivory bowl of yellow daisies reflected in the long mirror centering the arrangement. Lovebirds also
were reflected as from a pool. Place cards were in crystal holders. At the table place of the bride-elect was the
hostess’ gift of a piece of the silver chosen by her as her selected pattern. A delicious menu of grapefruit,
creamed ham on nut waffles, shirred eggs on waffles, orange biscuit with jelly and coffee was served. The guest
list included besides the honoree Mrs. Albert McDaniel of Osyka, Miss., and Mrs. John Carter of Baton Rouge,
La., sisters of the groom-elect; Mrs. Marvin Clark of Mer Rouge, La., his cousin, and Mrs. John Bohme of
Houston, his aunt; Mesdames M. D. Huebner, Ada Hurst, Fred De Maio, R. L. Williams and Betty Holden; the
Misses Loudie Hurst, Aubin Cox, Mary Margaret Miley, Jessie Mae Hurst of San Antonio, Pauline Huebner and
Anita Hill.
Miss Huebner Guest Of Honor at Luncheon Wednesday at Noon
A luncheon table in bridal white, centered with a crystal bowl of white carnations on a reflecting mirror, soft
streamers of white tulle and satin lending grace to the setting, was the background for a delightful prenuptial
luncheon tendered Miss Mary Louise Huebner Wednesday noon at the Bay Tex hotel by Miss Pauline Huebner.
On a cut-work cloth in white was table service of crystal and at the place of the bride-elect was the hostess’gift of
silver. Eight guests gathered to honor Miss Huebner, among them her mother, Mrs. M. D. Huebner, and
Mesdames Fred De Maio, Robert Robertson and Lawrence Shaffer; the Misses Aubin Cox, Loudie Hurst, Mary
Margaret Miley and Jessie Hurst. [The Daily Tribune, Bay City, Texas, Thursday, April 13, 1944]
MISS MARY LOUISE HUEBNER IS BRIDE OF SGT. WILFORD E. FRAZIER
The wedding of Miss Mary Louise Huebner, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. M. D. Huebner, to Sgt. Wilford E. Frazier,
son of Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Frazier of Kentwood, La., took place Thursday evening at eight o’clock in Post
Chapel No. 3, Camp Hulen. The bride wore a costume of antique bridal satin and rare lace. The full skirt fell to a
long swirling train from a bodice of lace, fashioned with sweetheart neckline and fingertip sleeves, both neckline
and sleeves being softly shirred with tulle ruching. Her illusion veil was two-tiered and worn with a coronet of
crystalized orange blossoms. Her flowers were a bride’s bouquet of gardenias and stephanotis with cascade of
narrow white satin ribons and tulle. Her only jewel was a star pin, pearl and diamond studded, hung on a thin gold
chain. This pin was worn by the bride’s mother at her wedding and has been in the family many years. The
bride’s attendants were Miss Loudie Hurst, maid of honor, and Miss Aubin Cox, bridesmaid. They wore lovely
frocks of French chiffon with full flowing skirts and baby-doll neckline. With her gown of pink, Miss Hurst wore
a matching coronet and carried yellow rosebuds. Miss Cox, in aqua, with matching coronet, carried pink
rosebuds. Serving as the groom’s best man was S/Sgt. Edward D. Aukis. Cpl. Walter J. Balaban was groomsman.
Ushers were Robert Turner, T/3 Cpl. Howard Jaucias and T/5 Robert D. Begin. Chaplain Owens of the Post
Chapel No. 3, officiated in the double ring ceremony. Mrs. Huebner, the bride’s mother, wore a dressmaker’s suit
in aqua with navy accessories and gardenia corsage. The wedding party approached the altar, which was
elaborately decorated with baskets of white carnations and white stock and lighted with wedding candelabra and
altar tapers, along an aisle of white, marked off with white satin ribbons. The strains of Lohengrin’s wedding
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music was heard as the bride entered the chapel, Miss Pauline Huebner being at the organ. Preceding the
ceremony, Mrs. Fred De Maio sang “Because” and “At Dawning.” Throughout the ceremony there was hushed
organ music and Miss Huebner used the Mendellsohn music as a recessional. The wedding party received the
guests in the vestibule of the chapel following the ceremony. They left that evening for a short wedding trip, Mrs.
Frazier choosing as her travelling costume a suit of moss green with brown shoes and bag and hat and gloves of
chartreuse. Her corsage was of gardenias. The bride attended Texas State College for Women after graduating
from Bay City high school. Sgt. Frazier now is stationed at Camp Hulen with the 527th, Battery C . Among the
out-of-town guests attending the wedding were two sisters of the groom, Mrs. A. J. McDaniel of Osyka, Miss.,
and Mrs. John Carter of Baton Rouge, La.; also Mrs. Marvin Clark of Mer Rouge, La., and Mrs. J. Bohme of
Houston. The wedding was held at Camp Hulen’s chapel since Bay City is off military limits on account of the
recent epidemic. [The Daily Tribune, Bay City, Texas, Friday, April 14, 1944]
Children of Mary Huebner and Wilford Frazier are:
+ 202 i. Karyle Louise 12 Frazier, born Private.
+ 203 ii. Marcus Emmanuel Frazier, born Private.
+ 204 iii. Hollis Carter Frazier, born Private.
86. Dudley Jackson 11 Huebner (Marcus Dudley 10 , Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
He married Euphemia Geraldine Orr 535 Private, daughter of William Orr and Devorah Redding. She was born
29 Oct 1936 in Sweeny, Brazoria, Texas 535 , and died 15 Sep 1997 in Bay City, Matagorda Co., TX 535,536 .
Notes for Euphemia Geraldine Orr:
Huebner
Geraldine “Gerry” Orr Huebner, 60, of Bay City died on Sept. 15, 1997 at Matagorda General Hospital. She was
born Oct. 29, 1936 in Sweeny, Texas to the late William Alfred Orr, Sr. and Devorah Adeline Redding Orr. Mrs.
Huebner was a member of the Calvary baptist Church, The Faith Sunday School Class and served as the Church
Organist for 25 years. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary VFW Post 2438 and the Bay City Book Review
Club. She is survived by her husband D. J. Huebner of bay City; Daughters and son-in-law; Audrey and Mike
Garrett, Karen “KK” and Ronnie Cox; sons and daughters-in-law; Dudley Huebner and Karen Shufflebarger,
Russell and Theresa Huebner all of Bay City, four sister: Dolores Brauer and Deanna Cundall of Shoshoni, Wyo.,
Noma Laughlin of Bay City, Margaret Orr of Riverton, Wyo., five brothers: W. A. Orr of Sweeny, Billy Bryan
Orr of Austin, Rodney Orr of El Campo, Noel Jay Orr of Sweeny, David Orr of Bay City, 11 grandchildren:
Sarah and Stephanie Huebner, Matthew and Kelly Huebner, Amy, David and Kasey Mitchell, Brittany, Heather,
Tyler Marie Cox and Erica Shufflebarger, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by three
brothers: Edgar Ray Orr, Dan Cleveland Orr and Neil Gay Orr. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, Sept.
17, 1997 at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Chester Sassman officiating. Interment was at Cedarvale
Cemetery. Pallbearers were William A. Orr, Jr., Noel Jay Orr, David Orr, Rodney Orr, Billy Bryan Orr and
Hollis Frazier. Honorary pallbearers were Dr. Edward F. Pesek, Darryl Orr, Marcus Frazier, Lyndell Gillespie,
Matthew Huebner and David Mitchell. Memorials may be made to the Calvary Baptist Church building Fund or
American Heart Association. Arrangements were through Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. Notice: This obituary was
re-run due to an error and by the family’s request. [Matagorda County Newspaper, September 21, 1997]
More About Euphemia Geraldine Orr:
Burial: 17 Sep 1997, Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, Matagorda, TX
Children of Dudley Huebner and Euphemia Orr are:
+ 205 i. William Dudley 12 Huebner, born Private.
+ 206 ii. Russell Brian Huebner, born Private.
+ 207 iii. Audrey Lynn Huebner, born Private.
+ 208 iv. Karen Kay Huebner, born Private.
87. Loudie Belle 11 Hurst (Ada Irene 10 Huebner, Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
She married William Wayne Conklin 537 Private, son of David Conklin and Wilma Hooten. He was born 18 Dec
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1926 in LaMesa, Dawson, TX 538,539 , and died 10 Jun 1991 in Bay City, Matagorda Co., TX 540,541 .
Notes for William Wayne Conklin:
Conklin
Funeral services for Bill W. Conklin, 64, of Bay City will be held 4 p.m. Wednesday at First Baptist Church in
Bay City with Dr. W. D. Baker officiating. Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck. Mr.
Conklin was born Dec. 18, 1926, to David and Wilma Hooten Conklin in La Mesa and died June 10, 1991, at
Matagorda General Hospital. He has lived in Bay City since 1985 and was a member of the First Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife, Loudie Hurst Conklin of Bay City; a son, Raleigh Conklin of Bay City; and a sister,
Dorothy Holcom of Fort Worth. Pallbearers are, Marcus Frazier, Hollis Frazier, Dudley Huebner, Russell
Huebner, Ron Cox and James Mitchell. Honorary pallbearers are D. J. Huebner, W. E. Frazier, Burt Huebner,
Rance Howard of Burbank, Calif., Dr. H. C. Matthes, Dr. Bryan Simons, Dr. Edward Pesek and the Deacons of
the FirstBaptist Church of Bay City. He was preceded in death by a son, Mark H. Conklin, who died June 27,
1990. Arrangements are with Taylor Brothers Funeral Home, Bay City. [Matagorda County Newspaper, ca June
1991]
More About William Wayne Conklin:
Burial: Abt. 12 Jun 1991, Roselawn Memorial Park, Van Vleck, Matagorda, TX 542
Children of Loudie Hurst and William Conklin are:
209 i. Mark Huebner 12 Conklin 543 , born 16 Oct 1953 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX 544,545 ; died 27 Jun 1990 in
Houston, Harris, TX 546,547 .
Notes for Mark Huebner Conklin:
Conklin
Funeral services for Mark Conklin, 36, of Bay City will be held 3:30 p.m. Friday at First Baptist Church
in Bay City with Dr. W. D. Baker officiating. Burial will follow at Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City. Mr.
Conklin was born Oct. 16, 1953 to Bill and Loudie Hurst Conklin and died June 27, 1990, at Methodist
Hospital, Houston. He was member of First Baptist Church. Survivors include his parents, Bill and
Loudie Conklin of Bay City; a brother, Raleigh Taylor Conklin of Bay City; maternal grandmother, Ada
Huebner Hurst of Bay City; aunt, Dorothy Holcomb of Bay City; and many close relatives and friends.
Pallbearers include Larry Guidry, Marcus Frazier, Russell Huebner, Hollis Frazier, Ronie Cox and Glenn
Huebner. Honorary pallbearers are D. J. Huebner, J. E. Frazier, Bert L. Huebner, Rance Howard, Dr.
Bryan Simons, Dr. Edward Pesek, Dr. Richard Lewis, Bill Ehlert and Deacons of the First Baptist
Church. Arrangements are with Taylor Brothers Funeral Home, Bay City. [Matagorda County
Newspaper, June 1990]
More About Mark Huebner Conklin:
Burial: Abt. 29 Jun 1990, Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, Matagorda, TX 548
210 ii. Raleigh Taylor Conklin, born Private.
88. John Andrew 11 Huebner, Jr. (John Andrew 10 , Franz 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 549,550,551 was born
28 Jul 1926 in Houston, Harris, TX 552,553 , and died 16 Mar 2007 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX 553 . He married
Myrtle Marie Gregory Private, daughter of Lloyd Gregory and Myrtle Hayden. She was born Private.
Notes for John Andrew Huebner, Jr.:
John Andrew "Jack" Huebner Jr.
JOHN ANDREW "JACK" HUEBNER, JR. passed away on March 16, 2007. He was born July 28, 1926 in
Houston to Molly Laflin Foote and John A. Huebner, Sr. He attended Texas A & M and was a graduate of Rice
University. He served in the US Navy during WWII. He is survived by his wife of 57 years Myrtle Gregory
Huebner. Their entire married life was spent in Bay City, Texas. He was a life-long member of the First
Presbyterian Church of Bay City, where he sang in the choir. He was on the board of the IBC Bank and on the
board of directors of Port City Stock Yards. He was also very active in other civic organizations throughout his
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life. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three daughters & sons-in-law Jan & Rich Harmon, Kristi & Greg
Meyer, and Molly & Keith Dunn; grandchildren Julia & Miranda Harmon, Clay, Bryan, Keith and wife Jennie
Meyer, Kaitlyn, Bethany, Anna and John Dunn; and great grandchild Luke Meyer. He was preceded in death by
his sister Pauline Huebner Knight. He is survived by her children Mike & Debbie Coppock, Jeff Coppock and
Susie Coppock Yanko. He will be greatly missed by many family members and close friends. Memorial
contributions may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Bay City or to a charity of your choice. Online
condolences may be sent by visiting www.taylorbros.net. A memorial service will be held 2:00 PM Tuesday,
March 20, 2007 at the First Presbyterian Church in Bay City. The family will receive friends and relatives from
6pm to 8pm Monday at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City. 979-245-4613. [The Houston Chronicle,
Monday, March 19, 2007.]
JOHN ANDREW HUEBNER
BAY CITY - John Andrew "Jack" Huebner, Jr., 80, of Bay City, passed away on Friday, March 16, 2007. He
was born July 28, 1926 in Houston to the late Molly Laflin Foote and John A. Huebner Sr. He attended Texas
A&M University and was a graduate of Rice University. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. He and his
wife of 57 years, Myrtle Gregory Huebner, spent their entire married life in Bay City. He was a lifelong member
of First Presbyterian Church of Bay City, where he sang in the choir. He was on the board of the IBC Bank and
on the board of directors of Port City Stock Yards. He was also very active in other civic organizations
throughout his life. In addition to his wife, he is survived by: three daughters and sons-in-law, Jan and Rich
Harmon, Kristi and Greg Meyer, and Molly and Keith Dunn; nine grandchildren, Julia and Miranda Harmon,
Clay, Bryan, Keith and wife Jennie Meyer, Kaitlyn, Bethany, Anna and John Dunn; and one great-grandchild,
Luke Meyer. He was preceded in death by his sister Pauline Huebner Knight. He is survived by her children Mike
and Debbie Coppock, Jeff Coppock and Susie Coppock Yanko. He will be greatly missed by many family
members and close friends. The family will receive friends and relatives 6 p.m.-8 p.m. today at Taylor Bros.
Funeral Home in Bay City. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday at First Presbyterian Church in Bay
City. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Bay City or to a charity of your
choice. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.taylorbros.net. Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City,
979-245-4613. [The Victoria Advocate, Monday, March 19, 2007.]
John Andrew “Jack” Huebner, Jr.
July 28, 1926 – March 16, 2007
John Andrew “Jack” Huebner, Jr. passed away on March 16, 2007. He was born July 28, 1926 in Houston to
Molly Laflin Foote and John A. Huebner, Sr. He attended Texas A & M and was a graduate of Rice University.
He served in the US Navy during WWII. He is survived by: his wife of 57 years Myrtle Gregory Huebner. Their
entire married life was spent in Bay City, Texas. He was a life-long member of the First Presbyterian Church of
Bay City, where he sang in the choir. He was on the board of the IBC Bank and on the board of directors of Port
City Stock Yards. He was also very active in other civic organizations throughout his life. In addition to his wife,
he is survived by: three daughters and sons-in-law Jan and Rich Harmon, Kristi and Greg Meyer, and Molly and
Keith Dunn; grandchildren, Julia and Miranda Harmon, Clay, Bryan, Keith and wife Jennie Meyer, Kaitlyn,
Bethany, Anna and John Dunn; and great grandchild, Luke Meyer. He was preceded in death by: his sister
Pauline Huebner Knight. He is survived by her children Mike and Debbie Coppock, Jeff Coppock and Susie
Coppock Yanko. He will be greatly missed by many family members and close friends. Memorial contributions
may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Bay City or to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may
be sent by visiting www.taylorbros.net. A memorial service was held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 20, 2007 at the
First Presbyterian Church in Bay City. The family will receive friends and relatives from 6 until 8pm Monday at
Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City. 979-245-4613. [The Bay City Tribune, Wednesday, March 21, 2007]
More About John Andrew Huebner, Jr.:
Burial: 20 Mar 2007, Matagorda Co., TX 553
Children of John Huebner and Myrtle Gregory are:
+ 211 i. Jan Marie 12 Huebner, born Private.
+ 212 ii. Kristi Huebner, born Private.
+ 213 iii. Molly Louise Huebner, born Private.
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89. Pauline Adair 11 Huebner (John Andrew 10 , Franz 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 554,555,556,557 was born 11
Mar 1930 in Houston, Harris, TX 558,559,560 , and died 12 Dec 2006 in League City, Galveston, TX 561,562 . She
married (1) Robert Melvyn Coppock 1949 in Venezuela 563 . He was born 09 Jul 1922 564 , and died 05 Nov 1985
in Matagorda Co., TX 565,566 . She married (2) Richard J. Blair Private. He was born Private. She married (3)
Andrew L. Knight Private 567 . He was born Private.
Notes for Pauline Adair Huebner:
PAULINE A. HUEBNER BLAIR-KNIGHT, 76, of League City passed away peacefully Tuesday, December
12th at home with her family. She is survived by her spouse, Andrew Knight, her brother, John A. Huebner, Jr.,
her children, Mike Coppock, Jeff Coppock and Susanna Yanko and her grandsons, Travis Coppock, Taylor
Coppock and Nicholas Coppock. Her memorial service will be at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, December 16th at Good
Shepherd Episcopal Church, 1207 Winding Way, Friendswood, Texas. Polly will be buried on her family ranch in
Matagorda County on Sunday.. Polly was born in Houston to John A. Huebner, Sr. and Molly Laflin Foote on
March 11, 1930. She grew up in Bay City. Polly received her B.S. degree in Biology from the University of
Houston and her Nursing Degree from San Jacinto College. Polly devoted her life to alleviating animal suffering
and cruelty. She was a wildlife rehabilitator and was associated with many different animal organizations. Polly
touched the lives of everyone she met and has friends all over the world. She will be missed by so many people.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to League City Animal Shelter or any animal organization of your
choice. [Houston Chronicle, Saturday, December 16, 2006]
PAULINE A. BLAIR-KNIGHT
Pauline A. Huebner Blair-Knight, 76, of League City passed away peacefully Tuesday, December 12th at home
with her family. She is survived by her spouse, Andrew Knight, her brother, John A. Huebner, Jr., her children,
Mike Coppock, Jeff Coppock and Susanna Yanko and her grandsons, Travis Coppock, Taylor Coppock and
Nicholas Coppock. Her memorial service will be at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, December 16th at Good Shepherd
Episcopal Church, 1207 Winding Way, Friendswood, Texas. Polly will be buried on her family ranch in
Matagorda County on Sunday. Polly was born in Houston to John A. Huebner, Sr. and Molly Laflin Foote on
March 11, 1930. She grew up in Bay City. Polly received her B.S. degree in Biology from the University of
Houston and her Nursing Degree from San Jacinto College. Polly devoted her life to alleviating animal suffering
and cruelty. She was a wildlife rehabilitator and was associated with many different animal organizations. Polly
touched the lives of everyone she met and has friends all over the world. She will be missed by so many people.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to League City Animal Shelter or any animal organization of your
choice. [Victoria Advocate, Friday, December 15, 2006]
More About Pauline Adair Huebner:
Burial: 17 Dec 2006, Matagorda Co., TX 568
Children of Pauline Huebner and Robert Coppock are:
+ 214 i. Michael Andrew 12 Coppock, born Private.
+ 215 ii. Robert Jeffrey Coppock, born Private.
216 iii. Susanna Coppock, born Private. She married Wayne A. Yanko Private; born Private.
Generation No. 5
90. Warren Delbert 12 Tuley (Lillian R. 11 Kehrer, Pauline 10 Richers, Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9
Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Frances Elizabeth Foster Private. She was
born Private.
Children of Warren Tuley and Frances Foster are:
217 i. Mary Madeline 13 Tuley, born Private. She married Paul K. McKneely Private; born Private.
218 ii. Nancy Eileen Tuley, born Private.
91. Robert Lee 12 Drago, Jr. (Myrtle Louise 11 Kehrer, Pauline 10 Richers, Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9
Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
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Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Lillie Mae Keepers Private, daughter of Joe
Keepers and Kate McCharn. She was born Private.
Children of Robert Drago and Lillie Keepers are:
+ 219 i. Robert Lee 13 Drago III, born 12 Dec 1953 in Harris Co., TX; died 09 Nov 1997 in De Soto, Dallas, TX.
+ 220 ii. Katherine Louise Drago, born Private.
92. Edward Kehrer 12 Drago (Myrtle Louise 11 Kehrer, Pauline 10 Richers, Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9
Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 569 was born 21 Sep 1927 in Harris Co., TX 569,570 , and died 01 Nov 2004 in
Harris Co., TX 571,572 . He married Winnie Lee Whitaker Private, daughter of Charles Whitaker and Gay Heath.
She was born Private.
Notes for Edward Kehrer Drago:
EDWARD KEHRER DRAGO, 77, died November 1, 2004. He graduated John H. Reagan High class of 1944, he
also attended Texas A & M University class of 1948. He was a founding father of the National Association of
Catastrophe Adjusters, and a member of Terrace United Methodist Church since 1954. Edward is survived by his
wife of 55 years and best friend, Winnie Whitaker Drago; daughter, Diana Lea Wilson and husband Sam;
granddaughters, Elizabeth Anne and Erica Leigh; brother, Robert L. Drago Jr. and wife Lil. Visitation will be
held in Woodlawn Funeral Home at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, November 4, 2004 with Funeral Services beginning at
11:00 A.M. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Garden of Memories. [Houston Chronicle, Wednesday,
November 3, 2004]
More About Edward Kehrer Drago:
Burial: 04 Nov 2004, Woodlawn Garden of Memories, Houston, Harris, TX 573
College graduation: 1948, Texas A&M University, College Station, Brazos, TX 573
High school graduation: 1944, John H. Reagan, Houston, Harris, TX 573
Child of Edward Drago and Winnie Whitaker is:
+ 221 i. Diana Lea 13 Drago, born Private.
93. Byron Tellas 12 Carter, Jr. (Marguerite Louise 11 Kehrer, Emma E. 10 Richers, Elise Fredericke
Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 574 was born 29 Apr 1922 in Texas 574,575 , and died 18 Jun 1980
in Matagorda Co., TX 575,576 . He married Helen Frances Lange Private. She was born Private.
Children of Byron Carter and Helen Lange are:
222 i. Julian Ricard 13 Carter, born Private.
223 ii. Eleanor Louise Carter, born Private. She married Wayne E. Campbell Private; born Private.
+ 224 iii. Linda Sue Carter, born Private.
+ 225 iv. Shiryl Lyn Carter, born Private.
96. Sybil Delores 12 Kehrer (Vastine Julian 11 , Emma E. 10 Richers, Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner,
Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married John Louis Spindler, Jr. Private. He was born 04 Oct
1925 in Rochester, Monroe, NY 577 , and died 29 Oct 1990 in San Patricio Co., TX 577,578 .
Children of Sybil Kehrer and John Spindler are:
+ 226 i. Carol Margaret 13 Spindler, born Private.
+ 227 ii. Bruce Allen Spindler, born Private.
97. Lillian Louise 12 Kehrer (Vastine Julian 11 , Emma E. 10 Richers, Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner,
Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married George Lewis Risien 579 Private, son of Clarence Risien
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and Jenlizbeth Emanuel. He was born 16 Mar 1933 in Bexar Co, TX 580,581 , and died 17 Jul 1979 in Harris Co.,
TX 582,583,584 .
Notes for George Lewis Risien:
RISIEN
George Lewis Risien, 46, of Houston, died Tuesday, July 17, 1979 in a local hospital. Native and longtime
resident of San Antonio; Houston resident 8 ½ years. Senior Vice-President and Regional Manager of First City
National Bank; member of St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church; past senior Warden of St. Dunstan’s; member of the
Champion Golf Club, and had served on the board of the Houston Club, and was Past President of the Houston
Club, during 1978. Mr. Risien was a 1957 graduate of Texas A&M University and a Lieut. in the Navy Reserve.
He served and was active on the Board of United Way for a number of years. Survivors: wife, Lillian K. Risien;
sons, Cody Lewis Risien, Flint William Risien; daughters, Roxane R. Trimble, Michelle P. Risien, all of Houston;
brother, Alfred William Risien; cousin, Thomas Raymond Degan, both of Houston. Funeral services 10:30 a.m.
Thursday, St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church, 14301 Stuebner-Airline Road (in the Champions) with Rev. Clark
Lennard officiating. Interment Memorial Oaks Cemetery. Pallbearers: James A. Cooper, Earl Vandergoltz,
Calvin Moore, George Neff, Joe T. Janika, Robert C. Hancock, Woody W. Scott, Jr., H. E. R. Yewens. In lieu of
usual remembrances the family suggests contributions to the American Cancer Society, or the George L. Risien
Memorial Fund, Texas A&M Development Office, P.O. Box J-7, College Station, TX. 77844. GEO. H. LEWIS
& SONS, 2530 Sage Road at Westheimer. 621-6500. [The Houston Post, Wednesday, July 18, 1979]
More About George Lewis Risien:
Burial: 19 Jul 1979, Memorial Oaks Cemetery, Houston, Harris Co., TX 585
Children of Lillian Kehrer and George Risien are:
+ 228 i. Roxane Louise 13 Risien, born Private.
+ 229 ii. Cody Lewis Risien, born Private.
+ 230 iii. Flint William Risien, born Private.
+ 231 iv. Michelle Patricia Risien, born Private.
98. Virginia Kay 12 Russell (Evelyn Frances 11 Kehrer, Emma E. 10 Richers, Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9
Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Clifford Doyle Harvey Private, son of Elijah
Harvey and Stella Coleman. He was born Private.
Children of Virginia Russell and Clifford Harvey are:
+ 232 i. Cynthia Kay 13 Harvey, born Private.
+ 233 ii. LoriAnne Harvey, born Private.
99. Judith Ann 12 Russell (Evelyn Frances 11 Kehrer, Emma E. 10 Richers, Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9
Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Robert Vincent Richards Private, son of
Dwight Richards and Mary Nichols. He was born Private.
Children of Judith Russell and Robert Richards are:
234 i. Russell Vincent 13 Richards, born Private. He married Amy Womack Private; born Private.
235 ii. Robert Nichols Richards, born Private.
100. Julia Louise 12 Kring (Beatrice Regina 11 Otto, Louise Dorothy 10 Richers, Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9
Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married William Bierwirth, Jr. Private, son of
William Bierwirth and Louise Shilback. He was born Private.
Children of Julia Kring and William Bierwirth are:
+ 236 i. William Louis 13 Bierwirth, born 24 Jul 1953 in Houston, Harris, TX; died 23 Sep 1981 in Harris Co.,
TX.
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237 ii. Randall Lynn Bierwirth 586 , born 16 Mar 1956 in Harris Co., TX 586 ; died 28 Jun 2001 in Houston, Harris,
TX 587 .
Notes for Randall Lynn Bierwirth:
RANDALL BIERWIRTH , 45, of Houston, Texas, beloved son of Bill and Judy Bierwirth of Columbus,
Texas, died June 28, 2001. He is survived by his parents; one sister, Bealinda & husband Buddy O'Brien
of Columbus, Texas; sister-in-law, Jan Bierwirth of Houston, Texas; one niece, four nephews, aunts,
uncles, and cousins. A brother, Bill L. Bierwirth , preceded him in death. Funeral services at 10:00 A.M.,
Monday, July 2, 2001 at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Columbus, Texas. Rosary, Sunday, 6:00 P.M., at
Henneke Funeral Home, Columbus, Texas. Visitation, Sunday from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. at Henneke
Funeral Home. Burial in St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery, Columbus, Texas. Serving as pallbearers:
Eddie Pollanez, Floyd Belye, Bill Decker, Buddy O'Brien, Sean O'Brien, Brent Bierwirth . Honorary
pallbearers: Waid White, Terry Hall, Jr. [Houston Chronicle, Saturday, June 30, 2001]
More About Randall Lynn Bierwirth:
Burial: 02 Jul 2001, St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery, Columbus, Colorado, TX 587
+ 238 iii. Bealinda Louise Bierwirth, born Private.
101. Billie Jane 12 Kring (Beatrice Regina 11 Otto, Louise Dorothy 10 Richers, Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9
Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Terry Cole Hall, Sr. Private, son of Francis
Hall and Ima Terry. He was born 27 Sep 1926 in Houston, Harris, TX 588 , and died 24 Nov 2001 588 .
Children of Billie Kring and Terry Hall are:
+ 239 i. Terry Cole 13 Hall, Jr., born Private.
240 ii. Patricia Ann Hall, born Private.
+ 241 iii. Vicki Lynn Hall, born Private.
242 iv. Dorothy Louise Hall, born Private.
102. Peggy Virginia 12 Kring (Beatrice Regina 11 Otto, Louise Dorothy 10 Richers, Elise Fredericke
Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Robert Neil White 589 Private,
son of William White and Bertie Markum. He was born 21 Mar 1932 in Houston, Harris, TX 589,590 , and died 28
Sep 1986 in Bryan, Brazos, TX 590 .
Notes for Robert Neil White:
Robert (Bob) White
Robert (Bob) White, 54, died Sunday morning in a local hospital. Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at St.
Anthony Catholic Church in Bryan. Monsignor John Malinowski will officiate. Burial will be in Mt. Calvary
Cemetery. A rosary will be recited at Memorial Funeral Chapel at 8:15 p.m. Monday. White, born March 21,
1932 in Houston, resided in Bryan since 1973. He was an assistant professor of vocational instructional services
at the Texas A&M Annex. He received a bachelors and masters degree from Sam Houston State University and
his Vocation Certification from A&M. White also served in the U.S. Marines during the Korean War. Survivors
include his wife, Peggy White of Bryan; one son, Robert Waid White of Houston; two daughters, Virginia Jo
White and Nancy Elizabeth White, both of Bryan; two brothers, William Grady White, Jr. of Slidell, La. and Joe
Allen Scott of Spring; one daughter-in-law, Michelle White; one grandson, Robert Eric White and one
granddaughter, Lindsey Erin white, all of Houston. [Bryan-College Station Eagle, Monday, September 29, 1986]
More About Robert Neil White:
Burial: 30 Sep 1986, Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Brazos, TX 590
Children of Peggy Kring and Robert White are:
+ 243 i. Robert Waid 13 White, born Private.
+ 244 ii. Virginia Jo White, born Private.
+ 245 iii. Nancy Elizabeth White, born Private.
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103. Myrtle Elizabeth 12 Kring (Beatrice Regina 11 Otto, Louise Dorothy 10 Richers, Elise Fredericke
Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Bruce Coy Coffer Private, son
of Walter Coffer and Claudia Martin. He was born Private.
Children of Myrtle Kring and Bruce Coffer are:
246 i. Walter Louis 13 Coffer, born 11 May 1957 in Houston, Harris, TX; died 11 May 1957 in Houston, Harris,
TX.
247 ii. Kalynn Coffer, born Private. She married Patrick Cox Hardwick Private; born Private.
104. Louis William 12 Richers III (Louis William 11 , Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9
Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married (1) Beverly Ann Grimes Private, daughter of
Sam Grimes and Betty Blackwell. She was born Private. He married (2) Karla Alvina Sieger Private, daughter
of Karl Sieger and Evelyn Siegmann. She was born Private.
Children of Louis Richers and Beverly Grimes are:
248 i. Cheryl Lynn 13 Richers 591 , born 26 Feb 1969 in Manhattan, Riley, KS 591 ; died 07 Dec 1985 in Saugerties,
Dutchess Co., NY 591 .
Notes for Cheryl Lynn Richers:
Richers
Funeral services fro Cheryl Lynn Richers, 16, of Saugerties, N.Y., were held Tuesday at Seamon-Wilsey
Funeral Home, Saugerties, with the Rev. William Sacher and the Rev. Bob Richers, uncle of the
deceased officiating. Burial was in Saugerties. Miss Richers was born Feb. 26, 1969, in Manhatten,
Kan., died Dec. 7, 1985, from injuries received in an automobile accident in Saugerties. She was a
junior at Saugerties Senior High School where she lettered in basketball, volleyball and softball, was a
member of the high school band and yearbook staff. Survivors include her parents, Louis W. and
Beverly A. Richers III of Saugerties; a brother, Randall L. Richers of Saugerties; a sister, Karen L.
Richers of Saugerties; paternal grandparents, L. W. and Essie Richers of Bay City; maternal
grandparents, Thomas and Betty Duncan of Houston, and three uncles. The family requests that
memorials be sent to the Saugerties Senior High School physical education scholarship fund, in care of
Seamon-Wilsey Funeral Home, 45 John St., Saugerties, N.Y., 12477. Arrangements were with Seamon-
Wilsey Funeral Home, Saugerties. [Matagorda County Newspaper, ca December 11, 1985]
More About Cheryl Lynn Richers:
Burial: Abt. 09 Dec 1985, Saugerties, Dutchess Co., NY 591
+ 249 ii. Karen Louise Richers, born Private.
+ 250 iii. Randal Louis Richers, born Private.
105. Robert Allen 12 Richers (Louis William 11 , Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner,
Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Martha Kathleen Bell Private, daughter of William Bell
and Anita Rucker. She was born Private.
Children of Robert Richers and Martha Bell are:
251 i. Caleb Meyer 13 Richers, born Private.
252 ii. Casseday Paul Richers, born Private.
106. Therese Marie 12 Cernosek (Elviera Rose 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9
Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married George Noie Richard Private, son of Noie
Richard and Eva Geisler. He was born Private.
Children of Therese Cernosek and George Richard are:
+ 253 i. Mark Noie 13 Richard, born Private.
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+ 254 ii. Lance Thomas Richard, born Private.
+ 255 iii. Kent James Richard, born Private.
107. Stanley Frank 12 Cernosek, Jr. (Elviera Rose 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke
Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Rose Mary Gutierrez Private,
daughter of Isauro Gutierrez and Adelina Salinas. She was born Private.
Children of Stanley Cernosek and Rose Gutierrez are:
256 i. Stanley Frank 13 Cernosek III, born Private.
257 ii. Jennifer Cristina Cernosek, born Private. She married Jamie West Private; born Private.
108. Carolyn Claire 12 Cernosek (Elviera Rose 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9
Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married (1) Jerry Lee Jacobs 592,593 Private, son of
Cecil Jacobs and Grace Calloway. He was born 31 Dec 1941 in Weslaco, Hidalgo Co., TX 594,595 , and died 17
Dec 1988 in Cameron Co., TX 596,597 . She married (2) Homer Mel Holland Private, son of Homer Holland and
Estella Cavazos. He was born Private.
More About Jerry Lee Jacobs:
Burial: Abt. 19 Dec 1988, Harlingen, Cameron Co., TX
Children of Carolyn Cernosek and Jerry Jacobs are:
258 i. Keith Steven 13 Jacobs, born Private.
+ 259 ii. Justin Cecil Jacobs, born 14 Oct 1970 in Edinburg, Hidalgo Co., TX; died 17 Dec 1988 in Cameron Co.,
TX.
109. Juliana 12 Cernosek (Elviera Rose 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner,
Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Kenneth Dale Higgins Private, son of Alfred Higgins
and Francis Tandy. He was born Private.
Children of Juliana Cernosek and Kenneth Higgins are:
+ 260 i. Coby Patrick 13 Higgins, born Private.
261 ii. Bradley Aaron Higgins, born Private.
262 iii. Jeffrey Daniel Higgins, born Private.
110. Colette Louise 12 Cernosek (Elviera Rose 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9
Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Robert Joseph Pieper Private, son of Robert
Pieper and Phyllis Brown. He was born Private.
Child of Colette Cernosek and Robert Pieper is:
263 i. Kyle Jarrett 13 Pieper, born Private.
111. Antoinette Louise 12 Gaudet (Genevieve Justina 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke
Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Larry Daniel Miller Private,
son of Mr. Miller and Miss Fehling. He was born Private.
Children of Antoinette Gaudet and Larry Miller are:
264 i. Gregory Daniel 13 Miller, born Private.
265 ii. Karen Ellece Miller, born Private.
112. Andrew August 12 Gaudet (Genevieve Justina 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke
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Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Linda Marie Vaccaro Private,
daughter of Mr. Vaccaro and Miss Faraci. She was born Private.
Children of Andrew Gaudet and Linda Vaccaro are:
266 i. Brian Christopher 13 Gaudet, born Private.
267 ii. Lisa Christine Gaudet, born Private.
113. Phillip Francis 12 Gaudet (Genevieve Justina 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9
Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Christine Irene Jaeger Private. She was born
Private.
Children of Phillip Gaudet and Christine Jaeger are:
+ 268 i. Tamera Ruth 13 Gaudet, born Private.
+ 269 ii. Teresa Anita Gaudet, born Private.
270 iii. Todd Phillip Gaudet, born Private.
114. Edward Wright 12 Gaudet, Jr. (Genevieve Justina 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke
Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Rosilyn Christine Kiesz
Private. She was born Private.
Children of Edward Gaudet and Rosilyn Kiesz are:
271 i. Garrett Wright 13 Gaudet, born Private.
272 ii. Christopher Julian Gaudet, born 10 Apr 1973 in San Diego, San Diego, CA 598 ; died 28 May 1988.
273 iii. Kevin Wayne Gaudet, born Private.
115. Debora Anne 12 Gaudet (Genevieve Justina 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9
Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Harry Lee Dale Private, son of Mr. Dale and
Miss Buford. He was born Private.
Children of Debora Gaudet and Harry Dale are:
274 i. Jacob Creth 13 Dale, born Private.
275 ii. Genevieve Mae Dale, born Private.
276 iii. Harry Louis Dale, born Private.
277 iv. Caroline Cecile Dale, born Private.
116. David Louis 12 Gaudet (Genevieve Justina 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9
Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Patricia Ann Retzer Private, daughter of Mr.
Retzer and Miss Gale. She was born Private.
Children of David Gaudet and Patricia Retzer are:
278 i. Elizabeth Marie 13 Gaudet, born Private.
279 ii. Michael Anthony Gaudet, born Private.
117. Francis Johann 12 Richers (Francis Henry 11 , Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner,
Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Claudine Jordan Private, daughter of Harold Jordan and
Ruby Booth. She was born Private.
Children of Francis Richers and Claudine Jordan are:
280 i. Rhonda Gayle 13 Richers, born Private.
+ 281 ii. Nanette Elise Richers, born Private.
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282 iii. Theron Bradley Richers, born Private.
+ 283 iv. Jason Harold Richers, born Private.
118. Charlotte Elise 12 Richers (Francis Henry 11 , Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner,
Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Frank Eugene Sterling Private, son of Ira Sterling and
Lilly Taylor. He was born Private.
Children of Charlotte Richers and Frank Sterling are:
+ 284 i. Christopher Richers 13 Sterling, born Private.
+ 285 ii. Heather Elise Sterling, born Private.
119. Janette Eileene 12 Richers (Francis Henry 11 , Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner,
Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Claude Arthur Zackary Private, son of Joseph Zackary
and Edna Danner. He was born Private.
Children of Janette Richers and Claude Zackary are:
+ 286 i. John Arthur 13 Zackary, born Private.
+ 287 ii. Stephen Michael Zackary, born Private.
121. Sybella Marilyn 12 Green (Sybella Pauline 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9
Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Aaron Brown Penland, Jr. Private, son of
Aaron Penland and Marguerite Dabelgott. He was born Private.
Children of Sybella Green and Aaron Penland are:
+ 288 i. Karen Meleta 13 Penland, born Private.
289 ii. Aaron Andrew Penland, born Private.
290 iii. Aimee Nicole Penland, born Private.
123. Peter Alan 12 Green (Sybella Pauline 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9
Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married (1) Julie LaVern Melvin Private, daughter of
Teddy Melvin and Helen Krizak. She was born Private. He married (2) Catharine Diana Fojtik Private. She
was born Private.
Child of Peter Green and Julie Melvin is:
291 i. Paige Colleen 13 Green, born Private.
124. Diane Elise 12 O'Roark (Julia Marie 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9
Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Everett Richmond Yates, Jr. Private, son of
Everett Richmond Yates. He was born Private.
Children of Diane O'Roark and Everett Yates are:
292 i. Alice Marie 13 Yates, born Private.
+ 293 ii. Judy Dawn Yates, born Private.
294 iii. Brian Richmond Michael Yates, born Private. He married Trisha Lascalzo Private; born Private.
295 iv. Donna Christine Yates, born Private.
125. Stephen Barry 12 O'Roark (Julia Marie 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9
Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married (1) Esther Alice Mendez Private. She was
born Private. He married (2) Charlene Sue Cummings Private, daughter of Charlie Cummings and Vera White.
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She was born Private.
Children of Stephen O'Roark and Esther Mendez are:
296 i. Angela Cherie 13 O'Roark, born Private.
297 ii. Benjamin Alan Michael O'Roark, born Private. He married Kimberly A. Murray Private; born Private.
Child of Stephen O'Roark and Charlene Cummings is:
298 i. Charles Harold 13 O'Roark, born Private.
127. Robin Louis Michael 12 O'Roark (Julia Marie 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke
Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married (1) Theresa Roffino Private,
daughter of Anthony Roffino and Mary Scanlan. She was born Private. He married (2) Sheree Ann Shotts
Private, daughter of James Shotts and Shirley Coleman. She was born Private.
Child of Robin O'Roark and Theresa Roffino is:
299 i. Stephen Nolan 13 O'Roark, born Private.
Child of Robin O'Roark and Sheree Shotts is:
300 i. Nicole Anne Marie 13 O'Roark, born Private.
131. Shannon Allen Thomas 12 O'Roark (Julia Marie 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke
Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married (1) Darla Kay White Private,
daughter of Leon White and Leigh Renfro. She was born Private. He married (2) Nancy Alice Nichols Private.
She was born Private.
Child of Shannon O'Roark and Darla White is:
301 i. Andrew Tyler Thomas 13 O'Roark, born Private.
132. Joseph Beverly 12 Lawhon II (Lilly Elise 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9
Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married (1) Patricia Murray Entzminger Private,
daughter of Joseph Entzminger and Ellen Murray. She was born Private. He married (2) Phyllis Jean Ramsey
Private, daughter of Frank Ramsey and Leola Myatt. She was born Private.
Children of Joseph Lawhon and Patricia Entzminger are:
+ 302 i. Scott Edward 13 Lawhon, born Private.
+ 303 ii. Joseph Mathew Lawhon, born Private.
133. Lee Kirk 12 Carr II (Lilly Elise 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner,
Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married (1) Linda Diane Pastusek Private, daughter of Lawrence
Pastusek and Avey Evans. She was born Private. He married (2) Julie Karee Ludwig Private, daughter of
Woodrow Ludwig and Leola Kretzschmar. She was born Private.
Child of Lee Carr and Linda Pastusek is:
+ 304 i. Christopher Ryan 13 Carr, born Private.
134. Michael Ray 12 Carr (Lilly Elise 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner,
Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Shirley Eleene Watkins Private, daughter of Gifford
Watkins and Edna Ball. She was born Private.
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Children of Michael Carr and Shirley Watkins are:
305 i. Laura Watkins 13 Carr, born Private.
306 ii. Hunter Sidney Carr, born Private.
135. Sidney Louis 12 Carr (Lilly Elise 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner,
Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 599 was born 05 May 1958 in Bay City, Matagorda, TX 599 , and died 26 Aug 1987 in Bay
City, Matagorda, TX 600,601 . He married Gloria Jean Platt Private, daughter of Horace Platt and Aletha
Williams. She was born Private.
Notes for Sidney Louis Carr:
Carr
Funeral services for Sidney Louis Carr, 29, will be held at 6 p.m. Friday at Holy Cross Catholic Church with the
Rev. Charles Sonnier officiating. Graveside services will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park, Van Vleck. A
rosary will be held at 8 p.m. today at Taylor Brothers Funeral Home chapel. Mr. Carr was the youngest son of
Lilly Carr and the late Lee Carr. He died Aug. 26, 1987, from injuries received in an automobile accident. He
graduated from Bay City High School in 1976. Survivors include his wife, Gloria Platt Carr of Bay City; two
children, Phillip Louis and Ashley Anne Carr of Bay City; his mother, Lilly Richers Carr of Bay City; three
brothers and sisters-in-law, Joe and Patsy Lawhon, Kirk and Julie Carr, all of Bay City, and Mike and Eleene Carr
of Bryan; four nephews, Matt and Scott Lawhon, Nathan Kemp and Ryan Carr; three nieces, Laura Carr and
Becky and Beth Bridges; an aunt, Phyllis Carr, and a cousin, Vicky Carr Rohan. Pallbearers include Roy Dean
Evans, Peter Allen Green, Dee Clements, William Frazier, Sherwood Richers and Gary Marshall. Arrangements
are with Taylor Brothers Funeral Home, Bay City. [Matagorda County Newspaper, ca August 1987]
More About Sidney Louis Carr:
Burial: Abt. 28 Aug 1987, Roselawn Cemetery, Van Vleck, Matagorda Co., TX
Children of Sidney Carr and Gloria Platt are:
307 i. Philip Louis 13 Carr, born Private.
308 ii. Ashley Anne Carr, born Private.
137. Sherwood Andrew 12 Richers, Jr. (Sherwood Andrew 11 , Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke
Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Dorraine A. Koegler Private.
She was born Private.
Children of Sherwood Richers and Dorraine Koegler are:
309 i. Jessica Dorraine 13 Richers, born Private.
310 ii. Sherwood Andrew Richers III, born Private.
311 iii. Jonathan Richers, born Private.
312 iv. Steven Darnell Richers, born Private.
138. Cynthia Louise 12 Richers (Sherwood Andrew 11 , Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9
Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Mark S Rowland Private. He was born
Private.
Children of Cynthia Richers and Mark Rowland are:
313 i. Clarence Andrew 13 Rowland, born Private.
314 ii. David James Rowland, born Private.
315 iii. Natacha Julia Rowland, born Private.
139. Stephanie Jo 12 Richers (Sherwood Andrew 11 , Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9
Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
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Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married John Friend Private. He was born Private.
Children of Stephanie Richers and John Friend are:
316 i. Emily Claire 13 Friend, born Private.
317 ii. Olivia Louise Friend, born Private.
318 iii. Alex John Friend, born Private.
142. Jeffery Neal 12 Richers (John Wesley 11 , Alfred Charles 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner,
Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Melody Ann Long Private, daughter of James Long and
Eva Evans. She was born Private.
Child of Jeffery Richers and Melody Long is:
319 i. Jacob Allen 13 Richers, born Private.
146. Lilly Elise 12 Haverlah (Regina Frances 11 Richers, Alfred Charles 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9
Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Lennis Harold Beck Private. He was born
Private.
Child of Lilly Haverlah and Lennis Beck is:
320 i. Stewart Len 13 Beck, born Private.
147. Alfred Charles 12 Haverlah (Regina Frances 11 Richers, Alfred Charles 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9
Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Stacy Renee Hill Private. She was born
Private.
Child of Alfred Haverlah and Stacy Hill is:
321 i. Amanda Rae 13 Haverlah, born Private.
148. Anna Ruth 12 Haverlah (Regina Frances 11 Richers, Alfred Charles 10 , Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9
Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Robert Blane Ogletree Private. He was born
Private.
Child of Anna Haverlah and Robert Ogletree is:
322 i. Robert Wayne 13 Ogletree, born Private.
150. Jack Herman 12 Welge, Jr. (Regina Victoria 11 Hunger, Willahemina Francisca 10 Richers, Elise
Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Frances Ava Roddy
Avent Private, daughter of Richard Avent and Frances Roddy. She was born Private.
Children of Jack Welge and Frances Avent are:
323 i. Kirsten Frances Page 13 Welge, born Private.
324 ii. Kathleen Ava Regina Welge, born Private.
151. Nedra Glenn 12 McCready (Mozelle 11 McMillan, Annie 10 Huebner, George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married (1) Raymond Lloyd Ploeger Private. He died 13 Dec 1960. She
married (2) William Joseph Kelley Private. He was born Private.
Child of Nedra McCready and Raymond Ploeger is:
325 i. David William 13 Kelley, born 17 Feb 1957; died 22 May 1997 in Galveston Co., TX 601 . He married (1)
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Mary Ann Mays Private; born Private. He married (2) Kathy Suzanne Martin Private; born Private.
More About David William Kelley:
Divorce decree: Aug 1989
Child of Nedra McCready and William Kelley is:
+ 326 i. Patrick Noel 13 Kelley, born Private.
152. Carolyn Jean 12 McCready (Mozelle 11 McMillan, Annie 10 Huebner, George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Michael William Kelfer Private, son of Oscar Kelfer and Ruth
Kalish. He was born Private.
Children of Carolyn McCready and Michael Kelfer are:
327 i. Jonathan Joseph 13 Kelfer, born Private.
328 ii. Kathleen Elizabeth Kelfer, born Private.
153. George Lee 12 Huebner III (George Lee 11 , George Lee 10 , George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
Private. He married (1) Suzanne Gallaway Private, daughter of Bob Gallaway and Emily Dillehay. She was
born Private. He married (2) Lenae Marie Brown Private, daughter of William Brown and Hazel Durant. She
was born Private.
Child of George Huebner and Suzanne Gallaway is:
+ 329 i. George Todd 13 Huebner, born Private.
154. Margaret Todd 12 Huebner (George Lee 11 , George Lee 10 , George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
Private. She married Clyde Allen Woody Private, son of Clyde Woody and Eunice Dittmore. He was born
Private.
Children of Margaret Huebner and Clyde Woody are:
330 i. Joshua Taylor 13 Woody, born Private. He married Mitra Azodi Private; born Private.
331 ii. Matthew Todd Woody, born Private.
155. Nancy Allen 12 Huebner (George Lee 11 , George Lee 10 , George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
Private. She married Robby Lynn Brown Private, son of Roy Brown and Etta Tramel. He was born Private.
Children of Nancy Huebner and Robby Brown are:
332 i. William George 13 Brown, born Private.
333 ii. Sarah Margaret Brown, born Private.
334 iii. Laura Ellen Brown, born Private.
157. Richard Lee 12 Huebner (Marcus Taylor 11 , George Lee 10 , George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 602 was
born 15 Mar 1943 in Houston, Harris, TX 603,604 , and died 02 Nov 1978 in Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA 605,606 .
He married Victoria Cecile Gorman Private, daughter of Edward Gorman and Frankie Pegoda. She was born
Private.
Notes for Richard Lee Huebner:
Richard Lee Huebner
Arlington High School graduate and former University of Texas at Arlington art professor Richard Lee Huebner,
35, died Nov. 2. He was a resident of Glendale, Calif. He attended UTA, and graduated with great distinction
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from Art Center College, Los Angeles, Calif. Huebner was given the first Master of Fine Arts degree ever
awarded by Art Center College of Design. He served as Chairman of Illustration at Art Center College, and was
concept artist for 20th Century Fox, Universal Studios, Warner Bros., Casa Blanca Filmworks and Hanna
Barberra. Also senior designer at Walt Disney and sequence director for Sanrio Films, Huebner was a member of
the Society of Illustrators of New York and the Los Angeles Society of Illustrators. Services will be at 2:30 p.m.
Nov. 4 at Emmanuel Presbyterian Church, Los Angeles, and at 10 a.m. Nov. 6 at Wharton, Texas. Burial will be
in Wharton. The family asks that memorials be made to Richard’s home church, The Lutheran Church of Our
Saviour, 4301 E. Lancaster, Fort Worth. Huebner is survived by his wife, Vicki Gorman Huebner; sons, Marcus
Edward and Roger Meyer, all of Glendale, Calif.; mother, Wynette Huebner of Arlington; brothers, Roger
Huebner (his twin) of Norman, Okla., and Taylor Huebner of Dallas, and sisters, Mary Overstreet of San Antonio
and Leta and Nell Huebner both of Arlington. [The Arlington Citizen-Journal, Friday, November 17, 1978]
More About Richard Lee Huebner:
Burial: 06 Nov 1978, City Cemetery, Wharton, Wharton Co., TX 606
Children of Richard Huebner and Victoria Gorman are:
335 i. Marcus Edward 13 Huebner, born Private.
336 ii. Roger Meyer Huebner, born Private.
159. Mary Marcus 12 Huebner (Marcus Taylor 11 , George Lee 10 , George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
Private. She married (1) William James Crowley Private. He was born Private. She married (2) Paul Duncan
Overstreet Private, son of James Overstreet and Francy Duncan. He was born Private.
Children of Mary Huebner and William Crowley are:
+ 337 i. Leah Claire 13 Crowley, born Private.
338 ii. William Abraham Crowley, born Private. He married Andrea Lee Czartoryski Private; born Private.
Children of Mary Huebner and Paul Overstreet are:
339 i. Amanda Duncan 13 Overstreet, born Private.
340 ii. Paul Duncan Overstreet II, born Private.
160. Taylor Meyer 12 Huebner (Marcus Taylor 11 , George Lee 10 , George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
Private. He married Jeanette Eiline Raffetto Private. She was born Private.
Children of Taylor Huebner and Jeanette Raffetto are:
341 i. David Robert 13 Huebner, born Private.
+ 342 ii. Michael Taylor Huebner, born Private.
343 iii. Sarah Catherine Huebner, born Private. She married Paul Robinette Private; born Private.
162. Wynelle Schlick 12 Huebner (Marcus Taylor 11 , George Lee 10 , George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. She married Jerry Lee Sagehorn Private, son of Lloyd Sagehorn and Clara Ropers. He was born
Private.
Children of Wynelle Huebner and Jerry Sagehorn are:
344 i. Jack Dietrich 13 Sagehorn, born Private.
345 ii. Walter Ross Sagehorn, born Private.
163. Rae Allison 12 Huebner (Bert Lewis 11 , George Lee 10 , George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
She married Campbell Maclin Tally II Private, son of William J. Tally. He was born Private.
Children of Rae Huebner and Campbell Tally are:
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346 i. Leigh Anne 13 Tally, born Private.
347 ii. Taylor Maclin Tally, born Private.
348 iii. Savannah Glyn Tally, born Private.
168. Michael Bruno 12 Huebner (William Glenn 11 , George Lee 10 , George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. He married Darcy Ann Twardowski Private, daughter of Peter Twardowski and Stephanie
Modrzejewski. She was born Private.
Children of Michael Huebner and Darcy Twardowski are:
349 i. Kimberly Ann 13 Huebner, born Private.
350 ii. Erica Michelle Huebner, born Private.
169. Nanette Lee 12 Huebner (William Glenn 11 , George Lee 10 , George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
Private. She married David Laurance Bond Private, son of Laurance Bond and Thelma Walker. He was born
Private.
Children of Nanette Huebner and David Bond are:
351 i. Daniel Laurance 13 Bond, born Private.
352 ii. Justin Glenn Bond, born Private.
353 iii. Mason David Bond, born Private.
354 iv. Kristen Lee Bond, born Private.
171. Barry Blaine 12 Huebner (David Newsome 11 , George Lee 10 , George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. He married (1) Pamela Kay Kutach Private. She was born Private. He married (2) Shirley Ann
Turley Private. She was born Private.
Children of Barry Huebner and Pamela Kutach are:
+ 355 i. Shannon Leigh 13 Huebner, born Private.
356 ii. Brandon Blaine Huebner, born Private.
172. Sharon Delaine 12 Huebner (David Newsome 11 , George Lee 10 , George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. She married Patrick James Barnard Private, son of Jack Barnard and Jane Liska. He was born
Private.
Children of Sharon Huebner and Patrick Barnard are:
357 i. Ryan Taylor 13 Barnard, born Private.
358 ii. Brandt Alan Barnard, born Private.
359 iii. David Lee Barnard, born Private.
173. Lynly Renay 12 Huebner (David Newsome 11 , George Lee 10 , George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. She married Jennings Carroll Camp Private, son of Malcolm Camp and Fanny Nichols. He was
born Private.
Children of Lynly Huebner and Jennings Camp are:
360 i. Marcus David 13 Camp, born Private.
361 ii. Jenalyn Morgan Camp, born Private.
174. Jeanette Marie 12 Hill (Gussie Inez 11 Albrecht, Ella Mae 10 Huebner, George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) 607 was born 06 Jan 1943 in Sealy, Austin, TX 607,608 , and died 05 Jul 2002 in Rockwall, Rockwall
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Co., TX 608 . She married Edward Travis Eubanks Private. He was born Private.
Children of Jeanette Hill and Edward Eubanks are:
+ 362 i. Allegra Nicole 13 Eubanks, born Private.
+ 363 ii. Sean Raphael Eubanks, born Private.
176. Lynn Howard 12 Hill (Gussie Inez 11 Albrecht, Ella Mae 10 Huebner, George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married (1) Jan Ann Veigel Private, daughter of Robert Veigel and Barbara
Baxter. She was born Private. He married (2) Ronine A. Eggins Private. She was born Private.
Child of Lynn Hill and Jan Veigel is:
+ 364 i. Cara Lynn 13 Hill, born Private.
Child of Lynn Hill and Ronine Eggins is:
365 i. Curtis Todd 13 Hill, born Private.
180. Eric Paul 12 Grasshoff (Lynn Howard 11 , Ella Mae 10 Huebner, George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. He married Sara A. Holt Private. She was born Private.
Children of Eric Grasshoff and Sara Holt are:
366 i. Jennifer L. 13 Grasshoff, born Private.
367 ii. Paul J. Grasshoff, born Private.
183. Carol Elaine 12 Graham (Willadean 11 Brown, Lola Mae 10 Huebner, Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married C W Byron Private. He was born Private.
Children of Carol Graham and C Byron are:
+ 368 i. Marilain 13 Byron, born Private.
+ 369 ii. Graham K Byron, born Private.
370 iii. Cedric William Byron, born Private.
371 iv. Kelli Diane Byron, born Private.
372 v. John David Byron, born Private.
184. Marilyn Louise 12 Graham (Willadean 11 Brown, Lola Mae 10 Huebner, Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married William Gilmer Sparks Private. He was born Private.
Children of Marilyn Graham and William Sparks are:
373 i. Catherine Ann 13 Sparks, born Private.
374 ii. William Gilmer Sparks, born Private.
185. Joan Diane 12 Graham (Willadean 11 Brown, Lola Mae 10 Huebner, Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Wendell Marshall Aycock Private, son of Marvin Aycock and
Jessie Wheeler. He was born Private.
Children of Joan Graham and Wendell Aycock are:
375 i. Daniel Marshall 13 Aycock, born Private.
376 ii. John Andrew Aycock, born Private.
186. Mary Jane 12 Graham (Willadean 11 Brown, Lola Mae 10 Huebner, Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8
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Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Harry Seese Private. He was born Private.
Children of Mary Graham and Harry Seese are:
377 i. Amie Diane 13 Seese, born Private.
378 ii. Elizabeth Ann Seese, born Private.
379 iii. Kathleen Seese, born Private.
188. William Andrew 12 Huebner (Marion Toliver 11 , Marion Taylor 10 , Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) 609,610 was born 01 Nov 1945 in Ellis Co., TX 611,612 , and died 25 May 2001 in Bay City, Matagorda,
TX 613 . He married (1) Gladys Ray West Private. She was born Private. He married (2) Patricia Murray
Entzminger Private, daughter of Joseph Entzminger and Ellen Murray. She was born Private.
Notes for William Andrew Huebner:
W. A. HUEBNER
BAY CITY -- W. A. ``Bill'' Huebner, 55, of Bay City, died Friday, May 25, 2001. He was born Nov. 1, 1945, in
El Paso, to the late Marion ``Top'' and Margaret Jean Hudson Huebner. He was a former deputy sheriff with
Matagorda County and a former rice farmer. He was member of the Bay City Lions Club, Sons of the Republic of
Texas and the Board of Directors for the Texas Aerial Applicators Association. He owned and operated Aviation
Services Unlimited in Bay City. Survivors: wife, Patsy Entzminger Huebner; daughter, Shelby Huebner of
Austin; sons, Jeff Huebner of Fort Bragg, N.C., Matt Lawhon and Scott Lawhon, both of Bay City; and brother,
D. T. ``Doug'' Huebner of Bay City. A rosary was recited 7:30 p.m. Saturday at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home
chapel. Services will be held 2 p.m. today at First Presbyterian Church of Bay City, the Rev. Sam Steele
officiating. Burial will be at Cedarvale Cemetery. Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City, 979-245-4613. [The
Victoria Advocate, victoria, Texas, May 27, 2001 on page 7A]
More About William Andrew Huebner:
Burial: 27 May 2001, Cedarvale Cemetery, Bay City, Matagorda, TX 613
Divorce decree: 22 Sep 1986, Matagorda Co., TX 614
Children of William Huebner and Gladys West are:
380 i. Jeffrey Earl 13 Huebner, born Private.
381 ii. Shelby LaRae Huebner, born Private.
189. Douglas Taylor 12 Huebner (Marion Toliver 11 , Marion Taylor 10 , Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Rebecca Gay Hale Private, daughter of Thomas Hale and Peggy
Reel. She was born Private.
Child of Douglas Huebner and Rebecca Hale is:
382 i. Lindsey Taylor 13 Huebner, born Private.
190. Don Marion 12 Huebner (Robert Taylor 11 , Marion Taylor 10 , Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. He married (1) Judith Ann Harris Private. She was born Private. He married (2) Judith Hazel
Smith Private. She was born Private.
Children of Don Huebner and Judith Smith are:
383 i. Donna Lynne 13 Huebner, born Private.
384 ii. Darrel Andrew Huebner, born Private.
385 iii. Lydia Dale Huebner, born Private.
386 iv. Robin Leigh Huebner, born Private.
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387 v. Andrew William Taylor Huebner, born Private. He married Bonnie Reed McKenna Private; born
Private.
191. Martha 12 Wilkinson (Lillian Luceile 11 Huebner, Marion Taylor 10 , Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married (1) Robert W. Trainer Private. He was born Private. She married
(2) Clayton Edward Lake Private, son of Clayton Lake and Ruth Wommack. He was born Private.
Child of Martha Wilkinson and Clayton Lake is:
388 i. Clayton Edward 13 Lake II, born Private.
192. Robert Jay 12 Wilkinson, Jr. (Lillian Luceile 11 Huebner, Marion Taylor 10 , Andrew E. 9 , Johanne
Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married (1) Sue Anne McKay Private, daughter of Hadley McKay and Dora
McKay. She was born Private. He married (2) Peggy Diane Menke Private, daughter of Roy Menke and Mary
Schoppe. She was born Private.
Child of Robert Wilkinson and Sue McKay is:
389 i. Malynn 13 Wilkinson, born Private. She married Elton Maurice Ashcraft II Private; born Private.
Children of Robert Wilkinson and Peggy Menke are:
390 i. William Christopher 13 Wilkinson, born Private.
391 ii. Mindy Leigh Wilkinson, born Private.
193. Marilyn 12 Simpson (Lillian Mae 11 Hauck, Lillie Belle 10 Huebner, Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married John Erwin Bernthal Private. He was born Private.
Children of Marilyn Simpson and John Bernthal are:
392 i. John Bradley 13 Bernthal, born Private.
393 ii. Kirsten Beth Bernthal, born Private.
194. Rosalind 12 Simpson (Lillian Mae 11 Hauck, Lillie Belle 10 Huebner, Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Larry Edgar Jackson Private. He was born 06 Mar 1941 615 , and
died 20 Aug 1986.
Children of Rosalind Simpson and Larry Jackson are:
+ 394 i. Jay Bradford 13 Jackson, born Private.
+ 395 ii. Janet Lynne Jackson, born Private.
+ 396 iii. Jo Denise Jackson, born Private.
196. Robert Marcus 12 Simpson (Lillian Mae 11 Hauck, Lillie Belle 10 Huebner, Andrew E. 9 , Johanne
Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married (1) Jenny Larson Private. She was born Private. He married (2)
Kathleen Ann Finlen Private. She was born Private.
Children of Robert Simpson and Jenny Larson are:
397 i. Erin Marie 13 Simpson, born Private.
398 ii. Kelsey Elaine Simpson, born Private.
Child of Robert Simpson and Kathleen Finlen is:
399 i. Miles Douglas 13 Simpson, born Private.
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197. William Thomas 12 Simpson (Lillian Mae 11 Hauck, Lillie Belle 10 Huebner, Andrew E. 9 , Johanne
Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Mary Katherine Schmidt Private, daughter of Leon Schmidt and
Mary Enright. She was born Private.
Children of William Simpson and Mary Schmidt are:
400 i. Tyler Marcus 13 Simpson, born Private.
401 ii. Taylor Elizabeth Simpson, born Private.
198. Douglas J. 12 Simpson (Lillian Mae 11 Hauck, Lillie Belle 10 Huebner, Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married (1) Carey Rhea Allen Private. She was born Private. He married
(2) Kathy Zwygart Private. She was born Private.
Children of Douglas Simpson and Carey Allen are:
402 i. Melanie Kay 13 Simpson, born Private.
403 ii. Lyndsay Nicole Simpson, born Private.
201. William Huebner 12 Milne (Bernice Irene 11 Hauck, Lillie Belle 10 Huebner, Andrew E. 9 , Johanne
Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Barbara Walters Private. She was born Private.
Child of William Milne and Barbara Walters is:
404 i. Taylor Michelle 13 Milne, born Private.
202. Karyle Louise 12 Frazier (Mary Louise 11 Huebner, Marcus Dudley 10 , Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Ralph Boyd Chalfant Private, son of Ralph Chalfant and Ivy
Brown. He was born Private.
Children of Karyle Frazier and Ralph Chalfant are:
+ 405 i. Jennifer Faye 13 Chalfant, born Private.
406 ii. Ivy Elizabeth Chalfant, born Private. She married Stephen Charles Pickens Private; born Private.
203. Marcus Emmanuel 12 Frazier (Mary Louise 11 Huebner, Marcus Dudley 10 , Andrew E. 9 , Johanne
Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Diedre Denise Davis Private, daughter of Benjamin Davis and Mary
Baker. She was born Private.
Children of Marcus Frazier and Diedre Davis are:
407 i. Laura Jean 13 Frazier, born Private.
408 ii. Marcus Dwayne Frazier, born Private. He married Misty M. McGlothern Private; born Private.
204. Hollis Carter 12 Frazier (Mary Louise 11 Huebner, Marcus Dudley 10 , Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Bonnie Lee Kucera Private, daughter of Arnold Kucera and Earline
Schonert. She was born Private.
Children of Hollis Frazier and Bonnie Kucera are:
409 i. Holli Renee 13 Frazier, born Private.
410 ii. Melinda Rae Ann Frazier, born Private.
205. William Dudley 12 Huebner (Dudley Jackson 11 , Marcus Dudley 10 , Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
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Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married (1) Diana Louise Leach Private, daughter of Eldon Leach. She was
born Private. He married (2) Glenda Sue Ehlert Private, daughter of William Ehlert and Jean Davis. She was
born Private. He married (3) Karen S. Bolden Private. She was born Private.
Children of William Huebner and Glenda Ehlert are:
411 i. Sarah Marie 13 Huebner, born Private.
412 ii. Stephanie Renae Huebner, born Private.
206. Russell Brian 12 Huebner (Dudley Jackson 11 , Marcus Dudley 10 , Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Theresa Ann Ewton Private, daughter of A. H. Ewton. She was
born Private.
Children of Russell Huebner and Theresa Ewton are:
413 i. Matthew Jackson 13 Huebner, born Private.
414 ii. Kelly Nicole Huebner, born Private.
207. Audrey Lynn 12 Huebner (Dudley Jackson 11 , Marcus Dudley 10 , Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married James David Mitchell, Sr. Private, son of Lois Mitchell and Lillian
Loose. He was born Private.
Children of Audrey Huebner and James Mitchell are:
415 i. Amy Michelle 13 Mitchell, born Private.
416 ii. James David Mitchell, Jr., born Private.
208. Karen Kay 12 Huebner (Dudley Jackson 11 , Marcus Dudley 10 , Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. She married Ronald Patrick Cox Private. He was born Private.
Children of Karen Huebner and Ronald Cox are:
417 i. Brittany Jade 13 Cox, born Private.
418 ii. Heather Elaine Cox, born Private.
419 iii. Tyler Marie Cox, born Private.
211. Jan Marie 12 Huebner (John Andrew 11 , John Andrew 10 , Franz 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
Private. She married Richard Lee Harmon Private. He was born Private.
Children of Jan Huebner and Richard Harmon are:
420 i. Julia Carrie 13 Harmon, born Private.
421 ii. Miranda Marie Harmon, born Private.
212. Kristi 12 Huebner (John Andrew 11 , John Andrew 10 , Franz 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
She married Neil Gregory Meyer Private, son of Neil Meyer and Mary Sims. He was born Private.
Children of Kristi Huebner and Neil Meyer are:
422 i. Andrew Clayton 13 Meyer, born Private.
+ 423 ii. Keith Gregory Meyer, born Private.
424 iii. Bryan Huebner Meyer, born Private.
213. Molly Louise 12 Huebner (John Andrew 11 , John Andrew 10 , Franz 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
Private. She married Harold Keith Dunn Private, son of Kenneth Dunn and Glenda Husted. He was born
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Private.
Children of Molly Huebner and Harold Dunn are:
425 i. Kaitlyn Pauline 13 Dunn, born Private.
426 ii. Bethany Jo Dunn, born Private.
427 iii. Anna Grace Dunn, born Private.
428 iv. John Kenneth Dunn, born Private.
214. Michael Andrew 12 Coppock (Pauline Adair 11 Huebner, John Andrew 10 , Franz 9 , Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Elizabeth Anne Biggs Private, daughter of Robert Biggs and
Kathryn Conring. She was born Private.
Children of Michael Coppock and Elizabeth Biggs are:
429 i. Travis John 13 Coppock, born Private. He married Pamela Edna Steel Private; born Private.
430 ii. Taylor Michael Coppock, born Private.
215. Robert Jeffrey 12 Coppock (Pauline Adair 11 Huebner, John Andrew 10 , Franz 9 , Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Rhonda Stone Private. She was born Private.
Child of Robert Coppock and Rhonda Stone is:
431 i. Nicholas Huebner 13 Coppock, born Private.
Generation No. 6
219. Robert Lee 13 Drago III (Robert Lee 12 , Myrtle Louise 11 Kehrer, Pauline 10 Richers, Elise Fredericke
Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 616,617 was born 12 Dec 1953 in Harris Co., TX 617 , and died 09
Nov 1997 in De Soto, Dallas, TX 618,619,620 . He married Jamie Evers Private. She was born Private.
Notes for Robert Lee Drago III:
ROBERT LEE DRAGO III
ROBERT LEE DRAGO , III, 43, passed away at his home, Sunday, November 9, 1997 in DeSoto, Texas. He is
survived by his wife, Jamie Drago ; parents, Bob and Lil Drago of Houston; daughter, Mary Drago of DeSoto;
son, Ben Drago of Santa Clara, California; sister, Kathy Drago of Houston; and other loving family members and
friends. Visitation for Mr. Drago will be Thursday, November 13, 1997, where the family will be present to
receive friends from 6:00-8:00pm at Waltrip Funeral Directors, 1415 Campbell Road in Houston. Services are to
be held at Heights Prebyterian Church, 240 West 18th Street, Houston, Friday, November 14, at 2:00pm.
[Houston Chronicle, November 13, 1997]
Drago
Robert Lee, III, 43, passed away at his home, Sunday, November 9, 1997 in DeSoto, Texas. He is survived by his
wife, Jamie Drago, his parents, Bob and Lil Drago of Houston: daughter, Mary Drago of DeSoto; son, Ben Drago
of Santa Clara, California; sister, Kathy Drago of Houston; and other loving family members and friends.
Visitation for Mr. Drago will be Thursday, November 13, 1997, where the family will be present to receive
friends from 6:00 – 8:00pm at Waltrip Funeral Directors, 1415 Campbell Road in Houston. Services are to be
held at Heights Presbyterian Church, 240 West 18th Street, Houston on Friday, November 14, at 2:00pm. [The
Dallas Morning News, Thursday, November 13, 1997]
More About Robert Lee Drago III:
Burial: 14 Nov 1997, Houston, Harris, TX 621,622
Children of Robert Drago and Jamie Evers are:
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432 i. Benjamin Francis 14 Drago, born Private.
433 ii. Mary Katherine Drago, born Private. She married Jeremy D. Strebeck Private; born Private.
220. Katherine Louise 13 Drago (Robert Lee 12 , Myrtle Louise 11 Kehrer, Pauline 10 Richers, Elise Fredericke
Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Gerald Young Private. He
was born Private.
Child of Katherine Drago and Gerald Young is:
434 i. Lily Alice 14 Young, born Private.
221. Diana Lea 13 Drago (Edward Kehrer 12 , Myrtle Louise 11 Kehrer, Pauline 10 Richers, Elise Fredericke
Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married (1) Steven D. Bell Private. He
was born Private. She married (2) Donald T. Wilson, Jr. Private. He was born Private.
Children of Diana Drago and Donald Wilson are:
435 i. Elizabeth Anne 14 Wilson, born Private.
436 ii. Erica Leigh Wilson, born Private.
224. Linda Sue 13 Carter (Byron Tellas 12 , Marguerite Louise 11 Kehrer, Emma E. 10 Richers, Elise Fredericke
Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married (1) Michael Wayne Kloesel
Private, son of James Kloesel and Rose Vogt. He was born Private. She married (2) James Brent Schiurring
Private, son of James Schiurring and Jarvis MacUra. He was born Private.
Child of Linda Carter and Michael Kloesel is:
437 i. Kristy Lynn 14 Kloesel, born Private.
Child of Linda Carter and James Schiurring is:
438 i. James Slade 14 Schiurring, born Private.
225. Shiryl Lyn 13 Carter (Byron Tellas 12 , Marguerite Louise 11 Kehrer, Emma E. 10 Richers, Elise
Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married (1) Karl Kenneth
Kinchloe, Jr. Private, son of Karl Kinchloe and Hattie Varnell. He was born Private. She married (2) Gerry J.
Klaiber Private. He was born Private. She married (3) Jeffrey L. Burchfield Private. He was born Private.
Child of Shiryl Carter and Karl Kinchloe is:
439 i. Bobby Joe 14 Kinchloe, born Private.
Children of Shiryl Carter and Gerry Klaiber are:
440 i. Amanda Jean 14 Klaiber, born Private.
441 ii. David Jarrett Klaiber, born Private.
226. Carol Margaret 13 Spindler (Sybil Delores 12 Kehrer, Vastine Julian 11 , Emma E. 10 Richers, Elise
Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Kenneth Lamar
Vaughan, Jr. Private. He was born Private.
Children of Carol Spindler and Kenneth Vaughan are:
+ 442 i. Robert Michael 14 Vaughan, born Private.
443 ii. Elaine Elizabeth Vaughan, born Private.
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227. Bruce Allen 13 Spindler (Sybil Delores 12 Kehrer, Vastine Julian 11 , Emma E. 10 Richers, Elise Fredericke
Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Juel Lee Dawson Private. She
was born Private.
Children of Bruce Spindler and Juel Dawson are:
444 i. John Lewis 14 Spindler, born Private.
445 ii. Avery Alyne Spindler, born Private.
446 iii. Victoria Anne Spindler, born Private.
228. Roxane Louise 13 Risien (Lillian Louise 12 Kehrer, Vastine Julian 11 , Emma E. 10 Richers, Elise
Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married William Ford Trimble
Private. He was born Private.
Children of Roxane Risien and William Trimble are:
447 i. Matthew William 14 Trimble, born Private.
448 ii. Amanda Dawn Trimble, born Private.
229. Cody Lewis 13 Risien (Lillian Louise 12 Kehrer, Vastine Julian 11 , Emma E. 10 Richers, Elise Fredericke
Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Kathy Thornton Private. She
was born Private.
Children of Cody Risien and Kathy Thornton are:
449 i. Jenelizabeth Joy 14 Risien, born Private.
450 ii. Cassidy Risien, born Private.
230. Flint William 13 Risien (Lillian Louise 12 Kehrer, Vastine Julian 11 , Emma E. 10 Richers, Elise Fredericke
Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Elizabeth Anne Barnes
Private. She was born Private.
Children of Flint Risien and Elizabeth Barnes are:
451 i. Krista Marie 14 Risien, born Private.
452 ii. Kyle William Risien, born Private.
231. Michelle Patricia 13 Risien (Lillian Louise 12 Kehrer, Vastine Julian 11 , Emma E. 10 Richers, Elise
Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married (1) Charles Otto Zagst
III Private, son of Charles Zagst and Bette Keener. He was born Private. She married (2) David William
Stephenson Private. He was born Private.
Child of Michelle Risien and Charles Zagst is:
453 i. Jacob George 14 Zagst, born Private.
Child of Michelle Risien and David Stephenson is:
454 i. Caitlin Harris 14 Stephenson, born Private.
232. Cynthia Kay 13 Harvey (Virginia Kay 12 Russell, Evelyn Frances 11 Kehrer, Emma E. 10 Richers, Elise
Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Eddie Alice Plunkett,
Jr. 623 Private 624 , son of Eddie Plunkett and Alma James. He was born 15 Jul 1956 in Matagorda Co., TX 625 , and
died 22 Jun 1989 in Harris Co., TX 626 .
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Children of Cynthia Harvey and Eddie Plunkett are:
455 i. Amy Kay 14 Plunkett, born Private.
456 ii. Katy Anne Plunkett, born Private.
457 iii. Jory Drew Plunkett, born Private.
233. LoriAnne 13 Harvey (Virginia Kay 12 Russell, Evelyn Frances 11 Kehrer, Emma E. 10 Richers, Elise
Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Michael Terance
MacDowell Private, son of Finis MacDowell. He was born Private.
Child of LoriAnne Harvey and Michael MacDowell is:
458 i. Clifton Michael 14 MacDowell, born Private.
236. William Louis 13 Bierwirth (Julia Louise 12 Kring, Beatrice Regina 11 Otto, Louise Dorothy 10 Richers,
Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann
August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 627,628 was born 24 Jul 1953 in Houston,
Harris, TX 629 , and died 23 Sep 1981 in Harris Co., TX 630,631 . He married Jan Winnan Greene Private, daughter
of Ralph Greene and Jo Crippen. She was born Private.
Notes for William Louis Bierwirth:
Bierwirth
William Louis Bierwirth, 28, died September 23, 1981. Board of Directors of Coating Society. Survivors: wife,
Jan Bierwirth; parents, William and Judy Bierwirth; daughter, Kimberly Michelle Bierwirth, age 10; son, Brent
Alan Bierwirth, age 3; sister, Bealinda O’Brien; brother, Randall Bierwirth; grandparents, William Louis and
Beatrice Kring; nephew, Joseph Edward O’Brien; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Rosary 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, September 24, Heights Funeral Chapel, Father Patrick Lloyd. Funeral Mass 11:00 a.m. Friday,
September 25, St. Matthew’s Catholic Church (9915 Holister Dr.) Father Terry Langley, interment Woodlawn
Cemetery. Pallbearers, Jack Schulze, Norman Wren, Tom Eagle, Fred Zorn, Noah Ray and Gene Golden.
Heights Funeral Home, 1317 Heights Blvd., 862-8844. [The Houston Post, Thursday, September 24, 1981]
More About William Louis Bierwirth:
Burial: 25 Sep 1981, Woodlawn Garden of Memories Cemetery, Houston, Harris Co., TX 631
Children of William Bierwirth and Jan Greene are:
459 i. Kimberly Michelle 14 Bierwirth, born Private.
460 ii. Brent Alan Bierwirth, born Private.
238. Bealinda Louise 13 Bierwirth (Julia Louise 12 Kring, Beatrice Regina 11 Otto, Louise Dorothy 10 Richers,
Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann
August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Francis Lee
O'Brien, Jr. Private, son of Francis Lee O'Brien, Sr.. He was born Private.
Children of Bealinda Bierwirth and Francis O'Brien are:
461 i. Joseph Edward 14 O'Brien, born Private.
462 ii. Sean William O'Brien, born Private.
463 iii. Corey James O'Brien, born Private.
239. Terry Cole 13 Hall, Jr. (Billie Jane 12 Kring, Beatrice Regina 11 Otto, Louise Dorothy 10 Richers, Elise
Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Sharon K. Schraub
Herbold Private. She was born Private.
Child of Terry Hall and Sharon Herbold is:
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+ 464 i. Jenny Lynn Herbold 14 Hall, born Private.
241. Vicki Lynn 13 Hall (Billie Jane 12 Kring, Beatrice Regina 11 Otto, Louise Dorothy 10 Richers, Elise
Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Terrell Van Harrison
Private. He was born Private.
Child of Vicki Hall and Terrell Van Harrison is:
465 i. Bailey Lynn 14 Harrison, born Private.
243. Robert Waid 13 White (Peggy Virginia 12 Kring, Beatrice Regina 11 Otto, Louise Dorothy 10 Richers,
Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann
August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married (1) Michelle
Aleci Richardson Private. She was born Private. He married (2) Belinda Kay Smith Private. She was born
Private.
Children of Robert White and Michelle Richardson are:
466 i. Robert Eric 14 White, born Private.
467 ii. Lindsay Erin White, born Private.
244. Virginia Jo 13 White (Peggy Virginia 12 Kring, Beatrice Regina 11 Otto, Louise Dorothy 10 Richers, Elise
Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Steve Lawrence
Asiatico Private, son of Lawrence Asiatico and Myrna Lauing. He was born Private.
Child of Virginia White and Steve Asiatico is:
468 i. Neil Lawrence 14 Asiatico, born Private.
245. Nancy Elizabeth 13 White (Peggy Virginia 12 Kring, Beatrice Regina 11 Otto, Louise Dorothy 10 Richers,
Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann
August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Gary Allen
Housley Private, son of Andy Housley and Aaronette Housley. He was born Private.
Children of Nancy White and Gary Housley are:
469 i. Jared Andrew 14 Housley, born Private.
470 ii. William Mason Housley, born Private.
249. Karen Louise 13 Richers (Louis William 12 , Louis William 11 , Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke
Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Robert James Martin, Jr.
Private. He was born Private.
Child of Karen Richers and Robert Martin is:
471 i. Branden James 14 Martin, born Private.
250. Randal Louis 13 Richers (Louis William 12 , Louis William 11 , Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke
Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married April Bach Private. She was
born Private.
Child of Randal Richers and April Bach is:
472 i. Abigail Ann 14 Richers, born Private.
253. Mark Noie 13 Richard (Therese Marie 12 Cernosek, Elviera Rose 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise
266

Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Sharon Lynn Smith
Private. She was born Private.
Children of Mark Richard and Sharon Smith are:
473 i. Claire Brooks 14 Richard, born Private.
474 ii. Austin Paul Richard, born Private.
475 iii. Meredith Logan Richard, born Private.
254. Lance Thomas 13 Richard (Therese Marie 12 Cernosek, Elviera Rose 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise
Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Debra Anne Golden
Private, daughter of Joel Golden and Sadie Bussey. She was born Private.
Children of Lance Richard and Debra Golden are:
476 i. Peter Thomas 14 Richard, born Private.
477 ii. Anne Marie Richard, born Private.
255. Kent James 13 Richard (Therese Marie 12 Cernosek, Elviera Rose 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise
Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Lisa Carol Settle
Private, daughter of John Settle and Sue Settle. She was born Private.
Children of Kent Richard and Lisa Settle are:
478 i. Nickolas James 14 Richard, born Private.
479 ii. Noah L. Richard, born Private.
480 iii. Samuel K. Richard, born Private.
481 iv. Jonah A. Richard, born Private.
259. Justin Cecil 13 Jacobs (Carolyn Claire 12 Cernosek, Elviera Rose 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise
Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 632,633 was born 14 Oct 1970 in Edinburg, Hidalgo Co.,
TX 634,635 , and died 17 Dec 1988 in Cameron Co., TX 636 . He married Linda Lee Payne Private, daughter of
Maurice Payne and Linda Thomas. She was born Private.
More About Justin Cecil Jacobs:
Burial: Abt. 19 Dec 1988, Harlingen, Cameron Co., TX
Child of Justin Jacobs and Linda Payne is:
482 i. Ryan Justin 14 Jacobs, born Private.
260. Coby Patrick 13 Higgins (Juliana 12 Cernosek, Elviera Rose 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise
Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Anne Elizabeth Lytle
Private. She was born Private.
Children of Coby Higgins and Anne Lytle are:
483 i. Brian Anthony 14 Higgins, born Private.
484 ii. Zoey Justina Higgins, born Private.
268. Tamera Ruth 13 Gaudet (Phillip Francis 12 , Genevieve Justina 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise
Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Kenneth Daniel
Thigpen Private, son of Miss Vierra. He was born Private.
Children of Tamera Gaudet and Kenneth Thigpen are:
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485 i. Suzie Gaudet 14 Thigpen, born Private.
486 ii. Krista Victoria Thigpen, born Private.
487 iii. Rachel Littleton Thigpen, born Private.
488 iv. Ashley Vierra Thigpen, born Private.
269. Teresa Anita 13 Gaudet (Phillip Francis 12 , Genevieve Justina 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise
Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
Children of Teresa Anita Gaudet are:
489 i. Petus Daniel 14 Deerman, born Private.
490 ii. Genevieve Gaudet, born Private.
281. Nanette Elise 13 Richers (Francis Johann 12 , Francis Henry 11 , Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke
Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Clarence Everett Lowrie III
Private, son of Clarence Lowrie and Charlie Lewis. He was born Private.
Children of Nanette Richers and Clarence Lowrie are:
491 i. Chance Everett 14 Lowrie, born Private.
492 ii. Colby Evan Lowrie, born Private.
283. Jason Harold 13 Richers (Francis Johann 12 , Francis Henry 11 , Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke
Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Robbie Lynn Smith Private,
daughter of Darrell Smith and Paula Besch. She was born Private.
Children of Jason Richers and Robbie Smith are:
493 i. Joshua Paul 14 Richers, born Private.
494 ii. Jace Nolan Richers, born Private.
284. Christopher Richers 13 Sterling (Charlotte Elise 12 Richers, Francis Henry 11 , Louis William 10 , Elise
Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Debra Marie Tabor
Private, daughter of David Tabor and Diane Nugent. She was born Private.
Child of Christopher Sterling and Debra Tabor is:
495 i. Knox Tabor 14 Sterling, born Private.
285. Heather Elise 13 Sterling (Charlotte Elise 12 Richers, Francis Henry 11 , Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke
Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Steven James Turner Private,
son of James Turner and Suzanna Persian. He was born Private.
Children of Heather Sterling and Steven Turner are:
496 i. Madeline Elise 14 Turner, born Private.
497 ii. Lillie Jane Turner, born Private.
286. John Arthur 13 Zackary (Janette Eileene 12 Richers, Francis Henry 11 , Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke
Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Joey Lynn Pratt Private,
daughter of David Pratt and Brenda Pratt. She was born Private.
Child of John Zackary and Joey Pratt is:
498 i. Cal 14 Zackary, born Private.
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287. Stephen Michael 13 Zackary (Janette Eileene 12 Richers, Francis Henry 11 , Louis William 10 , Elise
Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Jennifer Elaine
Pledger Private, daughter of Robert Pledger and Dorothy Kleinschmidt. She was born Private.
Children of Stephen Zackary and Jennifer Pledger are:
499 i. Katherine Mackay 14 Zackary, born Private.
500 ii. Robert Ethridge Zackary, born Private.
288. Karen Meleta 13 Penland (Sybella Marilyn 12 Green, Sybella Pauline 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise
Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married James Patrick
Conroy, Jr. Private, son of James Conroy and Wanda Watson. He was born Private.
Children of Karen Penland and James Conroy are:
501 i. Cody James 14 Conroy, born Private.
502 ii. Cassidy Eryn Conroy, born Private.
293. Judy Dawn 13 Yates (Diane Elise 12 O'Roark, Julia Marie 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke
Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married James Rogers Perlitz, Jr.
Private, son of James Perlitz and Bessie Griffin. He was born Private.
Children of Judy Yates and James Perlitz are:
503 i. James Rogers 14 Perlitz III, born Private.
504 ii. Yates Griffin Perlitz, born Private.
505 iii. Zachary Stuart Perlitz, born Private.
302. Scott Edward 13 Lawhon (Joseph Beverly 12 , Lilly Elise 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke
Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Jennifer S. Cook Private. She
was born Private.
Child of Scott Lawhon and Jennifer Cook is:
506 i. Alex Elise 14 Lawhon, born Private.
303. Joseph Mathew 13 Lawhon (Joseph Beverly 12 , Lilly Elise 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke
Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married (1) Lisa Schumacher Private.
She was born Private. He married (2) Allison Lyn Kelly Private. She was born Private.
Child of Joseph Lawhon and Allison Kelly is:
507 i. Sydney Elizabeth 14 Lawhon, born Private.
304. Christopher Ryan 13 Carr (Lee Kirk 12 , Lilly Elise 11 Richers, Louis William 10 , Elise Fredericke
Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Melissa Rene Lovell Private.
She was born Private.
Child of Christopher Carr and Melissa Lovell is:
508 i. Kelsey Breanne 14 Carr, born Private.
326. Patrick Noel 13 Kelley (Nedra Glenn 12 McCready, Mozelle 11 McMillan, Annie 10 Huebner, George 9 ,
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Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Tamara Collin Private. She was born Private.
Children of Patrick Kelley and Tamara Collin are:
509 i. Kassidee Noel 14 Kelley, born Private.
510 ii. Miranda Karen Kelley, born Private.
329. George Todd 13 Huebner (George Lee 12 , George Lee 11 , George Lee 10 , George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Jean Marie Phillips Private, daughter of Gary Phillips and Sharon
O'Connell. She was born Private.
Children of George Huebner and Jean Phillips are:
511 i. Mackenzie Eryn 14 Hall, born Private.
512 ii. Ryan Patrick Hall, born Private.
337. Leah Claire 13 Crowley (Mary Marcus 12 Huebner, Marcus Taylor 11 , George Lee 10 , George 9 , Johanne
Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Colin Nilan Piepgras Private. He was born Private.
Children of Leah Crowley and Colin Piepgras are:
513 i. Mary Amelia Jane 14 Piepgras, born Private.
514 ii. George Wolfgang Piepgras, born Private.
342. Michael Taylor 13 Huebner (Taylor Meyer 12 , Marcus Taylor 11 , George Lee 10 , George 9 , Johanne
Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Shannon Huebner Private. She was born Private.
Child of Michael Huebner and Shannon Huebner is:
515 i. Miles Taylor 14 Huebner, born Private.
355. Shannon Leigh 13 Huebner (Barry Blaine 12 , David Newsome 11 , George Lee 10 , George 9 , Johanne
Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married (2) Brandon John Sappington Private, son of Michial Sappington
and Beverly Chanek. He was born Private.
Child of Shannon Leigh Huebner is:
516 i. Dakota John 14 Huebner, born Private.
Children of Shannon Huebner and Brandon Sappington are:
517 i. Cheyenne Brenay 14 Sappington, born Private.
518 ii. Branson Wayne Sappington, born Private.
362. Allegra Nicole 13 Eubanks (Jeanette Marie 12 Hill, Gussie Inez 11 Albrecht, Ella Mae 10 Huebner,
George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Jared Thaddeus Calkins Private. He was
born Private.
Child of Allegra Eubanks and Jared Calkins is:
519 i. Bryce Lee 14 Calkins, born Private.
363. Sean Raphael 13 Eubanks (Jeanette Marie 12 Hill, Gussie Inez 11 Albrecht, Ella Mae 10 Huebner,
George 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Toni Michelle Palma Private, daughter of
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Joseph Palma and Grace Kelly. She was born Private.
Child of Sean Eubanks and Toni Palma is:
520 i. Anna Gabrielle 14 Eubanks, born Private.
364. Cara Lynn 13 Hill (Lynn Howard 12 , Gussie Inez 11 Albrecht, Ella Mae 10 Huebner, George 9 , Johanne
Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Efrain Estrada Private. He was born Private.
Children of Cara Hill and Efrain Estrada are:
521 i. Justin Bradley 14 Estrada, born Private.
522 ii. Jordan Cole Estrada, born Private.
368. Marilain 13 Byron (Carol Elaine 12 Graham, Willadean 11 Brown, Lola Mae 10 Huebner, Andrew E. 9 ,
Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Danny Carl Tyree Private. He was born Private.
Children of Marilain Byron and Danny Tyree are:
523 i. Jeremy Todd 14 Tyree, born Private.
524 ii. William Nathan Tyree, born Private.
369. Graham K 13 Byron (Carol Elaine 12 Graham, Willadean 11 Brown, Lola Mae 10 Huebner, Andrew E. 9 ,
Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Gail Dingler Private. She was born Private.
Child of Graham Byron and Gail Dingler is:
525 i. Zantha 14 Byron, born Private.
394. Jay Bradford 13 Jackson (Rosalind 12 Simpson, Lillian Mae 11 Hauck, Lillie Belle 10 Huebner, Andrew
E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Mary Kay Simons Private. She was born
Private.
Child of Jay Jackson and Mary Simons is:
526 i. Joshua Clark 14 Jackson, born Private.
395. Janet Lynne 13 Jackson (Rosalind 12 Simpson, Lillian Mae 11 Hauck, Lillie Belle 10 Huebner, Andrew
E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married (1) Gary Lee McKnight Private. He was
born Private. She married (2) Ronald Scott Coleman Private. He was born Private.
Children of Janet Jackson and Gary McKnight are:
527 i. Dylan Forest 14 McKnight, born Private.
528 ii. Maclaine Elise McKnight, born Private.
Child of Janet Jackson and Ronald Coleman is:
529 i. Trenton Scott 14 Coleman, born Private. He married Amber Renae Burghart Private; born Private.
396. Jo Denise 13 Jackson (Rosalind 12 Simpson, Lillian Mae 11 Hauck, Lillie Belle 10 Huebner, Andrew E. 9 ,
Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Paul Douglas Simons Private. He was born Private.
Children of Jo Jackson and Paul Simons are:
530 i. Drew Douglas 14 Simons, born Private.
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531 ii. Jarrod Jackson Simons, born Private.
532 iii. Bryce Thomas Simons, born Private.
405. Jennifer Faye 13 Chalfant (Karyle Louise 12 Frazier, Mary Louise 11 Huebner, Marcus Dudley 10 ,
Andrew E. 9 , Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Allen Ray Nail Private. He was born Private.
Child of Jennifer Chalfant and Allen Nail is:
533 i. Blaine Michael 14 Nail, born Private.
423. Keith Gregory 13 Meyer (Kristi 12 Huebner, John Andrew 11 , John Andrew 10 , Franz 9 , Johanne Pauline 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Jennie Jane Romine Private, daughter of Malcolm Romine and
Diana Savage. She was born Private.
Child of Keith Meyer and Jennie Romine is:
534 i. Luke Gregory 14 Meyer, born Private.
Generation No. 7
442. Robert Michael 14 Vaughan (Carol Margaret 13 Spindler, Sybil Delores 12 Kehrer, Vastine Julian 11 ,
Emma E. 10 Richers, Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He
married April Christine Kronk Private, daughter of Earl Kronk and Anna Cooper. She was born Private.
Children of Robert Vaughan and April Kronk are:
535 i. Anna Margaret 15 Vaughan, born Private.
536 ii. Robert Michael Vaughan, Jr., born Private.
537 iii. Christopher Earl Vaughan, born Private.
464. Jenny Lynn Herbold 14 Hall (Terry Cole 13 , Billie Jane 12 Kring, Beatrice Regina 11 Otto, Louise
Dorothy 10 Richers, Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina 9 Huebner, Johanne Pauline 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She
married Richard Alexander Bogue Private, son of Joseph Bogue and Mildred Meriwether. He was born Private.
Children of Jenny Hall and Richard Bogue are:
538 i. Nicholas Alexander 15 Bogue, born Private.
539 ii. Corey James Bogue, born Private.
Endnotes
1. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 164, Page 1.
2. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange Post Office, between Buckner's Creek and Halletsville Road, Page 42.
3. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, October 25, 1894.
4. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, Page 3.
5. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
County, Precinct 3, E. D. 35, Page 16.
6. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
County, Precinct 3, E. D. 140, Page 1A.
7. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, June 15, 1944.
8. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), Wednesday, June 14, 1944.
9. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Matagorda Co., Certificate 29340.
10. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
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Precinct 1, E. D. 28, Page 5A.
11. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, Page 3.
12. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 51, Page 4B.
13. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
County, Precinct 1, E. D. 133, Page 5B.
14. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 28, Page 5A.
15. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), April 26, 1951.
16. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 28, Page 5A.
17. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, Page 3.
18. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 51, Page 4B.
19. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 11, 1915 and
November 18, 1915.
20. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 51, Page 4B.
21. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
County, Precinct 1, E. D. 133, Page 5B.
22. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Certificate 46957, Matagorda Co., TX.
23. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, October 26, 1933.
24. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 28, Page 5A.
25. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 51, Page 4B.
26. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
County, Precinct 1, E. D. 133, Page 5B.
27. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 28, Page 5A.
28. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
29. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, February 19, 1965.
30. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 28, Page 5A.
31. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 51, Page 4B.
32. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
County, Precinct 1, E. D. 133, Page 5B.
33. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 28, Page 5A.
34. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Certificate 39365, Matagorda Co., TX.
35. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 28, Page 5A.
36. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
County, Precinct 1, E. D. 133, Page 5B.
37. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
County, Precinct 3, E. D. 140, Page 1A.
38. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 28, Page 5A.
39. Social Security Death Index.
40. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Tuesday, October 8, 1968.
41. Social Security Death Index.
42. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Tuesday, October 8, 1968.
43. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
County, Precinct 1, E. D. 133, Page 5B.
44. Social Security Death Index.
45. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
46. Social Security Death Index.
47. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Tuesday, October 8, 1968.
48. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 14A.
49. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 8, E. D. 59, Page 83.
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50. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange Post Office, between Buckner's Creek and Halletsville Road, Page 42.
51. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 51, Page 10A.
52. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 49, Page 7A.
53. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 14A.
54. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, May 7, 1936.
55. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Fayette Co., Certificate 25535.
56. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 14A.
57. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Bluff, Beat 1, Page 46.
58. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 8, E. D. 59, Page 83.
59. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 51, Page 10A.
60. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, April 10, 1924.
61. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 49, Page 7A.
62. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 14A.
63. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, April 10, 1924.
64. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Fayette Co., Certificate 12707.
65. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, April 10, 1924.
66. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 14A.
67. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 51, Page 10A.
68. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 49, Page 7A.
69. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 12B.
70. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, December 25, 1947.
71. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 14A.
72. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, December 25, 1947.
73. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Fayette Co., Certificate 50557.
74. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, December 25, 1947.
75. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 14A.
76. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 8, E. D. 59, Page 83.
77. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, September 17, 1936.
78. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 49, Page 7A.
79. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 12B.
80. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 14A.
81. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, September 17, 1936.
82. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
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83. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
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84. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, September 15, 1938.
85. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
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86. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
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89. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Fayette Co., Certificate 41252.
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93. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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94. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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95. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), June 11, 1948.
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97. Matagorda County Tribune, Bay City, TX, (Newspaper), Friday, September 12, 1914.
98. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
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99. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
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100. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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101. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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102. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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103. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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104. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), December 21, 1950.
105. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Matagorda Co., Certificate 59822.
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107. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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108. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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109. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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110. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette, Cedar
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111. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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112. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette, Cedar
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114. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), December 1950.
115. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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116. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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117. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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118. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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126. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, December 14, 1970.
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128. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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129. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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132. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), January 1990.
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137. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), January 1990.
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139. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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140. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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147. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), March 1996.
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149. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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150. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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167. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, December 9, 1937.
168. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Tuesday, July 9, 1968.
169. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, December 9, 1937.
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172. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Jefferson
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193. Matagorda County Tribune, Bay City, TX, (Newspaper), Thursday, December 7, 1933.
194. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, August 20, 1964.
195. Matagorda County Tribune, Bay City, TX, (Newspaper), Thursday, December 7, 1933.
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201. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Sunday, January 5, 1941.
202. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, January 5, 1967.
203. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, September 21, 1964.
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210. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, August 5, 1938.
211. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), friday, January 1, 1993.
212. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), June 1991.
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219. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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220. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), Tuesday, January 28, 1975.
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229. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), September 1987.
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233. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
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234. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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239. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, November 19, 1970.
240. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), January 1988.
241. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
242. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), January 1988.
243. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
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249. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
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250. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
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251. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
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252. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
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253. Social Security Death Index.
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256. Austin American-Statesman, Austin, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," Sunday, November 15, 1987.
257. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, October 1, 1963.
258. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
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259. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
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260. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
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261. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
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262. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
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264. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, October 1, 1963.
265. Austin American-Statesman, Austin, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," Sunday, November 15, 1987.
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267. Austin American-Statesman, Austin, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," Monday, September 30, 1963.
268. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
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269. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Brown
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270. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Runnels
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271. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Runnels,
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272. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
273. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Brown
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274. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Runnels
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275. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, September 5, 1907.
276. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Runnels,
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277. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Runnels Co., Certificate 20012.
278. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Brown
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279. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Runnels
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282. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
283. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
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284. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
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285. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Wharton
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286. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
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287. Wharton County Newspaper, Wharton, TX, (Newspaper), December 1952.
288. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Wharton
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289. Matagorda County Tribune, Bay City, TX, (Newspaper), June 22, 1917.
290. Social Security Death Index.
291. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
292. Social Security Death Index.
293. Wharton County Newspaper, Wharton, TX, (Newspaper), Decmeber 1952.
294. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
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295. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
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296. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Tuesday, September 11, 1973.
297. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
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298. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
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306. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
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307. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
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308. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
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309. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
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310. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, March 26, 1974.
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312. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, March 26, 1974.
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314. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Tuesday, September 11, 1973.
315. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, March 26, 1974.
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317. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
318. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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319. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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320. Matagorda County Tribune, Bay City, TX, (Newspaper), November 25, 1927.
321. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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322. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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323. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), May 1947.
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325. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), The Bay City Tribune, October 30, 2003.
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327. Social Security Death Index.
328. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), The Bay City Tribune, October 30, 2003.
329. Social Security Death Index.
330. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), October 30, 2003.
331. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), June 27, 1944.
332. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
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335. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, July 19, 1971.
336. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), The Bay City Tribune, October 30, 2003.
337. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, July 19, 1971.
338. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
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339. Matagorda County Tribune, Bay City, TX, (Newspaper), June 30, 1911.
340. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
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341. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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344. Social Security Administration, Social Security Death Records through June 1997, Palladium Interactive, Inc..
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347. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), Tuesday, June 26, 1979.
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350. Social Security Administration, Social Security Death Records through June 1997, Palladium Interactive, Inc..
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352. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
353. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, June 25, 1979.
354. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), Tuesday, June 26, 1979.
355. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, April 24, 1972.
356. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
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358. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), June 1992.
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360. Social Security Administration, Social Security Death Records through June 1997, Palladium Interactive, Inc..
361. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), June 1992.
362. Social Security Death Index.
363. Matagorda County Tribune, Bay City, TX, (Newspaper), June 28, 1918.
364. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Matagorda Co., Certificate 4219.
365. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), June 1992. .
366. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, January 25, 1957.
367. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Harris County,
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368. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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369. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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370. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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371. Palacios Beacon, Palacios, TX, (Newspaper), March 5, 1964.
372. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
373. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Harris County,
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374. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
375. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, October 3, 1966.
376. Social Security Death Index.
377. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
378. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Tuesday, September 12, 1967.
379. Social Security Death Index.
380. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, October 3, 1966.
280

381. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Tuesday, September 12, 1967.
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384. Social Security Administration, Social Security Death Records through June 1997, Palladium Interactive, Inc..
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386. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, January 12, 1978.
387. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Certificate 2970, Harris Co., TX.
388. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, January 28, 1957.
389. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, January 12, 1978.
390. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, January 28, 1957.
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392. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Brazoria,
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394. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Matagorda Co.
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414. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
415. Bryan-College Station Eagle, Wednesday, January 18, 1984.
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417. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
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423. Social Security Death Index.
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427. Social Security Death Index.
428. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Wednesday, March 16, 1994.
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480. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
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483. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Taylor,
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485. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Taylor,
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487. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
488. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Sunday, June 2, 1968.
489. The Eagle, Bryan-College Station, TX, (Newspaper), Tuesday, July 12, 2005.
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492. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
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494. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), July 9, 1958.
495. Social Security Death Index.
496. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
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497. Social Security Death Index.
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499. Social Security Death Index.
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501. California Death Index, 1940-1997.
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503. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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511. Social Security Death Index.
512. Victoria Advocate, Victoria, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," The Victoria Advocate, December 7, 2000.
513. Social Security Death Index.
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516. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Matagorda
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517. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), September 1990.
518. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
519. Social Security Death Index.
520. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
521. Social Security Death Index.
522. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), September 1990.
523. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), August 1988.
524. Victoria Advocate, Victoria, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," The Victoria Advocate, September 24, 2000.
525. Social Security Death Index.
526. Victoria Advocate, Victoria, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," The Victoria Advocate, September 24, 2000.
527. Personal Knowledge - Family Group Sheet, (Family Group Sheet), Mary Katherine Schmidt Simpson, March 2, 2005.
528. Social Security Death Index.
529. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
530. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
531. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, April 14, 1944.
532. Social Security Death Index.
533. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
534. Social Security Death Index.
535. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), September 21, 1997.
536. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
537. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
538. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), June 1991.
539. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
540. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), June 1991.
541. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
542. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), June 1991.
543. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
544. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), June 1990.
545. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
546. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), June 1990.
547. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
548. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), June 1990.
549. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Harris County,
Pricinct 2, Houston, E. D. 101, Page 2B.
550. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
551. Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, March 19, 2007.
552. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
553. Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, March 19, 2007.
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554. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Harris County,
Pricinct 2, Houston, E. D. 101, Page 2B.
555. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
556. Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Saturday, December 16, 2006.
557. Victoria Advocate, Victoria, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," Friday, December 15, 2006.
558. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
559. Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Saturday, December 16, 2006.
560. Victoria Advocate, Victoria, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," Friday, December 15, 2006.
561. Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Saturday, December 16, 2006.
562. Victoria Advocate, Victoria, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," Friday, December 15, 2006.
563. Personal Knowledge - Family Group Sheet, (Family Group Sheet), John A. Huebner, Jr., April 19, 2006.
564. Social Security Death Index.
565. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
566. Social Security Death Index.
567. Texas Marriage Index, 1966-2002.
568. Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Saturday, December 16, 2006.
569. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
570. Social Security Death Index.
571. Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), The Houston Chronicle, Wednesday, November 3, 2004.
572. Social Security Death Index.
573. Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), The Houston Chronicle, Wednesday, November 3, 2004.
574. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Brazoria,
West Columbia, Precinct 2, April 7, 1930, E.D. 20, Page 12B.
575. Social Security Death Index.
576. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Matagorda Co.
577. Social Security Administration, Social Security Death Records through June 1997, Palladium Interactive, Inc..
578. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
579. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
580. Social Security Administration, Social Security Death Records through June 1997, Palladium Interactive, Inc..
581. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
582. Social Security Administration, Social Security Death Records through June 1997, Palladium Interactive, Inc..
583. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Wednesday, July 18, 1979.
584. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
585. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Wednesday, July 18, 1979.
586. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
587. Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), The Houston Chronicle, Saturday, June 30, 2001.
588. Social Security Death Index.
589. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
590. Bryan-College Station Eagle, Monday, September 29, 1986.
591. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), December 1985.
592. Personal Knowledge - Family Group Sheet, (Family Group Sheet), Elviera Rose Richers Cernosek, January 16, 1995.
593. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
594. Personal Knowledge - Family Group Sheet, (Family Group Sheet), Elviera Rose Richers Cernosek, January 16, 1995.
595. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
596. Personal Knowledge - Family Group Sheet, (Family Group Sheet), Elviera Rose Richers Cernosek, January 16, 1995.
597. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
598. California Birth Index, 1905-1995.
599. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
600. Bay City Tribune, Bay City, Texas, (Newspaper), August 1987.
601. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
602. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
603. Social Security Administration, Social Security Death Records through June 1997, Palladium Interactive, Inc..
604. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
605. Social Security Administration, Social Security Death Records through June 1997, Palladium Interactive, Inc..
606. "Arlington Citizen-Journal, Arlington, TX," Newspaper, Friday, November 17, 1978.
607. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
608. Social Security Death Index.
609. Victoria Advocate, Victoria, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," The Victoria Advocate, May 27, 2001.
610. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
611. Victoria Advocate, Victoria, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," The Victoria Advocate, May 27, 2001.
612. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
613. Victoria Advocate, Victoria, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," The Victoria Advocate, May 27, 2001.
614. Texas Divorce Index, 1968-2002, Gladys Ray West.
615. Social Security Death Index.
616. Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), The Houston Chronicle, November 13, 1997.
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617. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
618. Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), The Houston Chronicle, November 13, 1997.
619. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
620. Dallas Morning News, Dallas, Texas, Thursday, November 13, 1997.
621. Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), The Houston Chronicle, November 13, 1997.
622. Dallas Morning News, Dallas, Texas, Thursday, November 13, 1997.
623. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
624. Texas Marriage Index, 1966-2002.
625. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
626. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
627. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
628. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, September 24, 1981.
629. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
630. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
631. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, September 24, 1981.
632. Personal Knowledge - Family Group Sheet, (Family Group Sheet), Elviera Rose Richers Cernosek, January 16, 1995.
633. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
634. Personal Knowledge - Family Group Sheet, (Family Group Sheet), Elviera Rose Richers Cernosek, January 16, 1995.
635. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
636. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
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Eckhard
Bauch
1877 - 1889
Fredrich W.
Bauch
1904 - 1983
Charles (Carl)
Bauch
1879 - 1959
Martha H.
Meyer
1885 - 1976
Julius Andrew
Bauch
1907 - 1994
Gertrude
Dencker
1856 - 1889
Charlie L.
Bauch
- 1997
Descendants of Sophie Maria Charlotte Willrich
Stephen T.
Bauch
Private -
Sophie M.
Willrich
1833 - 1879
Frederich
Bauch
1849 - 1937
Robert F.
Dencker
1818 - 1896
Rudolph
Bauch
1883 - 1964
Cont. p. 288 Andrew A.
Bauch
1909 - 1974
Birgit
Roesler
1945 - 1997
Christopher T.
Bauch
Private -
287
Christina
Henke
1883 - 1931
Lorine Rosie
Pieper
1909 - 2002
Garland T.
Bauch
Private -
Kirsten Ann
Bauch
Private -
Sheila
Morelan
Private -
Fritz
Bauch
1883 -
Unknown
Minna
Dencker
1859 - 1889
Rudolph E.
Bauch
1912 - 1999
Eilene
Bauch
Private -
Hans
Bauch
1886 - 1889
Eckhard
Bauch
1856 -
Unknown
Cont. p. 289
John Michael
Powers
Private -
Willie
Bauch
1887 -
Unknown
Louise Julie
Dencker
1862 - 1878
Julia
Dencker
1865 - 1932

Cont. p. 287 Clara Louise
Bauch
Private -
Harland
Private -
Werner Albert
Bauch
Private -
Descendants of Sophie Maria Charlotte Willrich
Charles (Carl)
Bauch
1879 - 1959
Walter E.
Bauch
1916 - 2001
Yvonne
Bauch
Private -
Henry A.
Tschirhart
Private -
Martha H.
Meyer
1885 - 1976
Dora Mae
Burnhausen
1918 - 1997
Doris Jean
Bauch
Private -
288
Ruth Mary Ella
Bauch
Private -
Brian Gerhard
Gohlke
Private -
Lloyd Leslie
Gohlke
Private -
Margie M.
Bauch
Private -
Cont. p. 291 Margie Kay
Trett
Private -
John Russell
Trett, Sr.
Private -
Cont. p. 292
Cont. p. 290

Cont. p. 287 Louis
Bauch
Private -
Arthur
Bauch
Private -
Descendants of Sophie Maria Charlotte Willrich
John
Bauch
Private -
Rudolph
Bauch
1883 - 1964
Eckard
Bauch
Private -
Christina
Henke
1883 - 1931
Gertrude M.
Bauch
Private -
289
Ideel Christine
Bridges
Private -
Everett Lamar
Bridges
- Unknown
Betty
Bauch
Private -
Amanda
Bauch
Private -
Stewart
Private -

Descendants of Sophie Maria Charlotte Willrich
Charles (Carl)
Bauch
1879 - 1959
Cont. p. 288 James Robert
Bauch
Private -
Mary Gail
Bauch
Private -
James Robert
Moody
Private -
Martha H.
Meyer
1885 - 1976
Charle Wayne
Moody
Private -
Kathryn Marie
Moody
Private -
Betty Marie
Meyer
Private -
290
Suzanne Marie
Bauch
Private -
Charles R.
Gleason
Private -

Cont. p. 288 Margaret Anne
Gohlke
Private -
Diane Marie
Smith
Private -
Descendants of Sophie Maria Charlotte Willrich
James Curtis
Smith
Private -
Ruth Mary Ella
Bauch
Private -
Martha Amelia
Gohlke
Private -
Lloyd Leslie
Gohlke
Private -
Pamela R.
Borth
Private -
291
Leroy Berthold
Borth
Private -
Michael C.
Gohlke
Private -
Christopher M.
Gohlke
Private -
Austin Michael
Gohlke
Private -
Darcy Ann
Fisher
Private -
Teresa Renee
Rautiola
Private -
Andrew Ryan
Gohlke
Private -
Amanda C.
Gohlke
Private -

Descendants of Sophie Maria Charlotte Willrich
Margie M.
Bauch
Private -
Cont. p. 288 John Russell
Trett, Jr.
Private -
Janie Elizabeth
Mixon
Private -
John David
Mixon
Private -
Stacie Lynn
Trett
Private -
Russell Patrick
Mixon
Private -
John Russell
Trett, Sr.
Private -
Carol Jeanne
Beinke
Private -
John E.
Mason
Private -
292
Constance E.
Trett
Private -
Holly Jeanne
Trett
Private -

Descendants of Sophie Maria Charlotte Willrich
Generation No. 1
1. Sophie Maria Charlotte 8 Willrich (Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 ,
Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 1 was born 21 Nov 1833 in Uelzen, Germany, and died 12 Mar 1879 in
Bluff, Fayette, TX. She married Robert Friedrich Dencker 2,3 21 Oct 1853 in Fayette County, Texas. He was
born 12 Feb 1818 in Goslar am Harz, Germany, and died 11 Jul 1896 in Bluff, Fayette, TX 4 .
More About Sophie Maria Charlotte Willrich:
Burial: Abt. 14 Mar 1879, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
Notes for Robert Friedrich Dencker:
Dr. F. A. Denkert, a resident of Cedar vicinage, and an old resident of this county, died one day last week. He
had lived in Texas, fifty years and was greatly esteemed by those who knew him. [La Grange Journal, July 23,
1896]
More About Robert Friedrich Dencker:
Burial: Abt. 13 Jul 1896, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
Children of Sophie Willrich and Robert Dencker are:
+ 2 i. Gertrude 9 Dencker, born 15 Feb 1856 in Texas; died 09 Sep 1889 in Fayette Co., TX.
+ 3 ii. Minna (Minnie) Dencker, born 17 Apr 1859 in Texas; died 18 Aug 1889 in Fayette Co., TX.
4 iii. Louise Julie Dencker 5 , born 14 Sep 1862 in Bluff, Fayette, TX; died 04 Aug 1878 in Bluff, Fayette, TX.
More About Louise Julie Dencker:
Burial: Abt. 06 Aug 1878, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
5 iv. Julia Dencker 6,7 , born 21 Aug 1865 in Bluff, Fayette, TX; died 25 Oct 1932 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX 8 .
Notes for Julia Dencker:
An Accident
Miss Julia Denckert of Cedar while on her way home from this city Wednesday afternoon was so
unfortunate as to fall from her buggy and sustain painful internal injuries. Miss Denckert, so THE
JOURNAL is informed, was endeavoring to close her parasol and suffered the reins to slip from her
grasp. The horse, although an old family relic, became frightened at the noise made by the closing of the
parasol and the reins falling upon his hind legs and made a sudden jump forward, causing Miss Julia to
pitch forward over the dash-board and both wheels to pass over her body. Friends who witnessed the
accident assisted her in the buggy, and upon her assurance that she felt no pain; permitted her to continue
her drive. The accident occurred in front of J. Koenig’s blacksmith shop, and ere Miss Julia had driven
the distance of a block, she fell back unconscious upon the buggy seat. She was conveyed to the store of
A. Lampe and Dr. Lunn called. Examination by the doctor showed her to be injured internally, though to
what extent THE JOURNAL is not prepared to state. One rib was also broken. At present writing,
Friday, she is resting easy at the home of her friend, Mrs. Adolf Kirsch. [The La Grange Journal,
Thursday, August 27, 1903]
JULIA DENCKER SUCCUMS
Miss Julia Dencker, aged 67 years, a life-long resident of Cedar, this county, died at the La Grange
Hospital, 25 October 1932, Tuesday afternoon at 5 o'clock, after an illness of only a few days. Miss
Dencker was the last survivor of the family of Dr. and Mrs. Friedrich Dencker, who in the early days,
were among the most respected people of this county. Her mother died when she was 14 years old, her
father died 36 years ago. The happiest days of her life were her childhood days, she frequently referred
to them as such. Her interested friends and relatives had suggested that she remove to La Grange in
order to be near her, but no, she cherished the memories of the long ago, remained on the farm left her by
her parents, enjoyed raising fine stock, treated them humane and thus spent her last days, not in the old
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folks home, but in a small cottage erected on the highway several years ago. Miss Dencker was an
educated woman, fond of music, of good voice, an excellent pianist. Neighbor's children ever found a
welcome at her home. She was born 21 August 1865. The family consisted of Dr. and Mrs. Dencker and
four daughters. Louise died in infancy; two, Mrs. Gertrude Bauch and Mrs. Minna Bauch, each left two
sons, Carl and Rudolph Bauch of Goliad, Fritz and Willie Bauch of Mexico and California, who with
their families are her only survivors. The funeral will be held from the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ernst
Knigge in La Grange, Thursday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock; interment will be at the Cedar Cemetery. [La
Grange Journal, October 27, 1932]
More About Julia Dencker:
Burial: 27 Oct 1932, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
Generation No. 2
2. Gertrude 9 Dencker (Sophie Maria Charlotte 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann
August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 9,10 was born 15 Feb 1856 in Texas, and died
09 Sep 1889 in Fayette Co., TX 11 . She married Frederich Bauch 12 08 Jan 1875 in Fayette County, TX, son of
Adolph Bauch and Louise Bauch. He was born 23 Oct 1849 in Fayette Co., TX, and died 09 Mar 1937 in Goliad
Co., TX 13 .
Notes for Gertrude Dencker:
The Journal has been informed that a great deal of sickness prevails in the country, especially in Cedar
neighborhood, where several cases have terminated fatally, among them Mrs. Baugh and her sister, daughters of
Dr. Denker. The continued rains are a great drawback to those who are sick. It is to be hoped that there may be a
change of weather and a general improvement of the health of the people. [La Grange Journal, September 12,
1889]
More About Gertrude Dencker:
Burial: Abt. 11 Sep 1889, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., TX
Children of Gertrude Dencker and Frederich Bauch are:
6 i. Eckhard 10 Bauch 14 , born 05 Feb 1877; died 22 Feb 1889.
More About Eckhard Bauch:
Burial: Abt. 24 Feb 1889, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
+ 7 ii. Charles (Carl) Bauch, born 15 Dec 1879 in Fayette Co., TX; died 15 Dec 1959 in Goliad Co. TX.
+ 8 iii. Rudolph Bauch, born 03 Jun 1883 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX; died 01 Sep 1964 in Goliad, Goliad, TX.
3. Minna (Minnie) 9 Dencker (Sophie Maria Charlotte 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann
August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 15,16 was born 17 Apr 1859 in Texas, and died
18 Aug 1889 in Fayette Co., TX 17 . She married Eckhard Bauch 18,19 09 Dec 1881 in Fayette County, TX, son of
Adolph Bauch and Louise Bauch. He was born Aug 1856 in Texas 19 , and died Unknown.
Notes for Minna (Minnie) Dencker:
The Journal has been informed that a great deal of sickness prevails in the country, especially in Cedar
neighborhood, where several cases have terminated fatally, among them Mrs. Baugh and her sister, daughters of
Dr. Denker. The continued rains are a great drawback to those who are sick. It is to be hoped that there may be a
change of weather and a general improvement of the health of the people. [La Grange Journal, September 12,
1889]
More About Minna (Minnie) Dencker:
Burial: Abt. 20 Aug 1889, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
Children of Minna Dencker and Eckhard Bauch are:
9 i. Fritz 10 Bauch 19 , born Jul 1883 in Texas 19 ; died Unknown.
10 ii. Hans Bauch, born 10 Jan 1886; died 24 Sep 1889.
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More About Hans Bauch:
Burial: Abt. 26 Sep 1889, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., TX
11 iii. Willie Bauch 19 , born May 1887 in Texas 19 ; died Unknown.
Generation No. 3
7. Charles (Carl) 10 Bauch (Gertrude 9 Dencker, Sophie Maria Charlotte 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 20 was born 15 Dec 1879 in
Fayette Co., TX, and died 15 Dec 1959 in Goliad Co. TX 21 . He married Martha Helena Bernadina Meyer 17
Nov 1903 in Fayette County, TX, daughter of Gerhard Meyer. She was born 12 Dec 1885 in Fayette Co., TX 22 ,
and died 15 Jun 1976 in Nueces Co., TX 23,24 .
Marriage Notes for Charles Bauch and Martha Meyer:
Courthouse News
Marriage Licenses
Chas. Bauch to Martha Meyer [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 19, 1903]
Children of Charles Bauch and Martha Meyer are:
12 i. Fredrich William 11 Bauch, born 15 Aug 1904 24 ; died 26 Jan 1983 in Nueces Co., TX 25,26 .
13 ii. Julius Andrew Bauch, born 07 Feb 1907 26 ; died 02 Aug 1994 in Blanco Co., TX 27,28 .
14 iii. Charlie Lawrence Bauch, died 26 Jul 1997 in Bexar Co., TX 29 .
15 iv. Clara Louise Bauch, born Private. She married Harland Private; born Private.
16 v. Werner Albert Bauch, born Private.
+ 17 vi. Walter Eugene Richard Bauch, born 22 Oct 1916; died 01 Oct 2001.
+ 18 vii. Ruth Mary Ella Bauch, born Private.
+ 19 viii. Margie Martha Margeret Bauch, born Private.
+ 20 ix. James Robert Bauch, born Private.
8. Rudolph 10 Bauch (Gertrude 9 Dencker, Sophie Maria Charlotte 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 03 Jun 1883 in
LaGrange, Fayette, TX, and died 01 Sep 1964 in Goliad, Goliad, TX 29 . He married Christina Henke 26 Oct
1905, daughter of Andreas Henke and Juliana Bohland. She was born 23 Sep 1883 in Austria-Hungary, and died
17 May 1931 in Goliad Co, TX.
Children of Rudolph Bauch and Christina Henke are:
+ 21 i. Andrew Adolph 11 Bauch, born 07 Sep 1909 in Goliad, Goliad, TX; died 25 Mar 1974 in Victoria,
Victoria, TX.
22 ii. Rudolph E. Bauch 30 , born 27 May 1912 in Goliad, Goliad, TX 30,31 ; died 07 Jun 1999 in Aransas Pass,
San Patricio, TX 32,33 .
Notes for Rudolph E. Bauch:
RUDOLPH E. BAUCH
ARANSAS PASS -- Services for Rudolph E. ``Rudy'' Bauch, 87, of Aransas Pass and formerly of
Goliad, who died Monday, will be 1 p.m. today at St. John's Lutheran Church, the Rev. Tim Muehlbrad
officiating. Burial will be at Glendale Lutheran Cemetery. Colonial Funeral Home, Goliad, (361) 645-
3216. Memorials: St. John's Lutheran Church. [The Victoria Advocate, victoria, Texas, Originally
published on: June 10, 1999 on page 9A.]
RUDOLPH E. BAUCH
ARANSAS PASS -- Rudolph E. ``Rudy'' Bauch, 87, of Aransas Pass and formerly of Goliad, died
Monday, June 7, 1999. He was born May 27, 1912, in Goliad, to the late Rudolph and Christina Henke
Bauch. He was retired from the city of Goliad and was Lutheran. Survivors: nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by: sisters, Gertrude Bridges, Betty Bauch and Amanda Stewart; and brothers, Louis
Bauch, Arthur Bauch, John Bauch, Andrew Bauch and Eckard Bauch. Services will be 1 p.m. Thursday
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at St. John's Lutheran Church, the Rev. Tim Muehlbrad officiating. Burial will be at Glendale Lutheran
Cemetery. Colonial Funeral Home, Goliad, (361) 645-3216. Memorials: St. John's Lutheran Church.
[The Victoria Advocate, victoria, Texas, Originally published on: June 09, 1999 on page 12A.]
More About Rudolph E. Bauch:
Burial: 10 Jun 1999, Glendale Lutheran Cemetery, Goliad, Goliad, TX 34
23 iii. Louis Bauch, born Private.
24 iv. Arthur Bauch, born Private.
25 v. John Bauch, born Private.
26 vi. Eckard Bauch, born Private.
+ 27 vii. Gertrude Martha Bauch, born Private.
28 viii. Betty Bauch, born Private.
29 ix. Amanda Bauch, born Private. She married Stewart Private; born Private.
Generation No. 4
17. Walter Eugene Richard 11 Bauch (Charles (Carl) 10 , Gertrude 9 Dencker, Sophie Maria Charlotte 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born 22 Oct 1916 35 , and died 01 Oct 2001 35 . He married Dora Mae Burnhausen. She was
born 08 Apr 1918 35 , and died 26 May 1997 in Travis Co., TX 36,37 .
Children of Walter Bauch and Dora Burnhausen are:
30 i. Yvonne 12 Bauch, born Private. She married Henry A. Tschirhart Private; born Private.
31 ii. Doris Jean Bauch, born Private.
18. Ruth Mary Ella 11 Bauch (Charles (Carl) 10 , Gertrude 9 Dencker, Sophie Maria Charlotte 8 Willrich,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. She married Lloyd Leslie Gohlke Private. He was born Private.
Children of Ruth Bauch and Lloyd Gohlke are:
32 i. Brian Gerhard 12 Gohlke, born Private.
+ 33 ii. Margaret Anne Gohlke, born Private.
+ 34 iii. Martha Amelia Gohlke, born Private.
+ 35 iv. Michael Charles Gohlke, born Private.
19. Margie Martha Margeret 11 Bauch (Charles (Carl) 10 , Gertrude 9 Dencker, Sophie Maria Charlotte 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married John Russell Trett, Sr. Private. He was born Private.
Children of Margie Bauch and John Trett are:
36 i. Margie Kay 12 Trett, born Private.
+ 37 ii. John Russell Trett, Jr., born Private.
20. James Robert 11 Bauch (Charles (Carl) 10 , Gertrude 9 Dencker, Sophie Maria Charlotte 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
Private. He married Betty Marie Meyer Private, daughter of Harry Meyer and Florence Mechler. She was born
Private.
Children of James Bauch and Betty Meyer are:
+ 38 i. Mary Gail 12 Bauch, born Private.
39 ii. Suzanne Marie Bauch, born Private. She married Charles R. Gleason Private; born Private.
21. Andrew Adolph 11 Bauch (Rudolph 10 , Gertrude 9 Dencker, Sophie Maria Charlotte 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
07 Sep 1909 in Goliad, Goliad, TX 37 , and died 25 Mar 1974 in Victoria, Victoria, TX 38 . He married Lorine
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Rosie Pieper 39 27 Dec 1936, daughter of Hermann Pieper and Antoinette Schiewitz. She was born 20 Dec 1909
in Kilgore, Goliad, TX 39,40 , and died 18 Mar 2002 in Goliad, Goliad, TX 41,42 .
Notes for Lorine Rosie Pieper:
LORINE BAUCH
GOLIAD -- Services for Lorine Bauch, 92, of Goliad, who died Monday, will be 10:30 a.m. today at St. John's
Lutheran Church in Goliad, Rev. Clarence Hagens officiating. Burial will be at Glendale Lutheran Cemetery in
Goliad. Colonial Funeral Home, Goliad, 361-645-3216. Pallbearers: Robert Ressmann, Dr. Chris Bauch, Travis
Power, Herbert Pieper Jr., Werger Dohmann and Edgar Krahn. Honorary pallbearers: Dr. Stephen Bauch,
Kirsten Bauch, Ronnie Silvia, Howard Pieper, Walter Pieper Jr. and Kenneth Loest. Memorials: St. John's
Lutheran Church of LaBahia Health Care Activity Fund. [The Victoria Advocate , Victoria, Texas, March 21,
2002 on page 9A.]
LORINE BAUCH
GOLIAD -- Lorine Bauch, 92, of Goliad, died Monday, March 18, 2002. She was born Dec. 20, 1909, in Goliad
County, Kilgore Community, to the late Herman Pieper and Antionette Schiewitz. She was a homemaker and a
Lutheran. She was a member of St. John's WELCA. Survivors: daughter, Eilene Power of Goliad; son, Dr.
Garland Bauch of Nassau Bay; and four grandchildren. Preceded in death by: husband, Andrew Bauch; sisters,
Alfrieda Hasdorff and Lydia Jacobs; brothers, Walter Pieper, Henry Pieper and Herbert Pieper; and parents.
Services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday at St. John's Lutheran Church in Goliad, the Rev. Clarence Hagens
officiating. Burial will be at Glendale Lutheran Cemetery in Goliad. Colonial Funeral Home, Goliad, 361-645-
3216. Memorials: St. John's Lutheran Church of LaBahia Health Care Activity Fund. [The Victoria Advocate ,
victoria, Texas, March 20, 2002 on page 15A.]
More About Lorine Rosie Pieper:
Burial: 21 Mar 2002, Glendale Lutheran Cemetery, Goliad, Goliad, TX 43
Children of Andrew Bauch and Lorine Pieper are:
+ 40 i. Garland Thomas 12 Bauch, born Private.
41 ii. Eilene Bauch, born Private. She married John Michael Powers Private; born Private.
27. Gertrude Martha 11 Bauch (Rudolph 10 , Gertrude 9 Dencker, Sophie Maria Charlotte 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
Private. She married Everett Lamar Bridges Private. He died Unknown.
Child of Gertrude Bauch and Everett Bridges is:
42 i. Ideel Christine 12 Bridges, born Private.
Generation No. 5
33. Margaret Anne 12 Gohlke (Ruth Mary Ella 11 Bauch, Charles (Carl) 10 , Gertrude 9 Dencker, Sophie Maria
Charlotte 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married James Curtis Smith Private. He was born Private.
Child of Margaret Gohlke and James Smith is:
43 i. Diane Marie 13 Smith, born Private.
34. Martha Amelia 12 Gohlke (Ruth Mary Ella 11 Bauch, Charles (Carl) 10 , Gertrude 9 Dencker, Sophie Maria
Charlotte 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Leroy Berthold Borth Private, son of Berthold Borth
and Louise Pahlmyer. He was born Private.
Child of Martha Gohlke and Leroy Borth is:
44 i. Pamela Roxanne 13 Borth, born Private.
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35. Michael Charles 12 Gohlke (Ruth Mary Ella 11 Bauch, Charles (Carl) 10 , Gertrude 9 Dencker, Sophie
Maria Charlotte 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Darcy Ann Fisher Private, daughter of David Fisher and
Marjorie Benson. She was born Private.
Children of Michael Gohlke and Darcy Fisher are:
+ 45 i. Christopher Michael 13 Gohlke, born Private.
46 ii. Amanda Christine Gohlke, born Private.
37. John Russell 12 Trett, Jr. (Margie Martha Margeret 11 Bauch, Charles (Carl) 10 , Gertrude 9 Dencker,
Sophie Maria Charlotte 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Carol Jeanne Beinke Private, daughter of
Allen Beinke and Jeanne Shepherd. She was born Private.
Children of John Trett and Carol Beinke are:
+ 47 i. Stacie Lynn 13 Trett, born Private.
48 ii. Constance Ealine Trett, born Private.
49 iii. Holly Jeanne Trett, born Private.
38. Mary Gail 12 Bauch (James Robert 11 , Charles (Carl) 10 , Gertrude 9 Dencker, Sophie Maria Charlotte 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Charle Wayne Moody Private, son of Tom Moody and Alma
Lewis. He was born Private.
Children of Mary Bauch and Charle Moody are:
50 i. James Robert 13 Moody, born Private.
51 ii. Kathryn Marie Moody, born Private.
40. Garland Thomas 12 Bauch (Andrew Adolph 11 , Rudolph 10 , Gertrude 9 Dencker, Sophie Maria Charlotte 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married (1) Birgit Roesler 44 Private, daughter of Hans-Dieter Roesler and
Katherina Hirsch. She was born 02 Feb 1945 in Swinemunde, Germany 44 , and died 25 Oct 1997 in Nassau Bay,
Harris, TX 44,45 . He married (2) Sheila Morelan Private. She was born Private.
Notes for Birgit Roesler:
BIRGIT R. BAUCH
BIRGIT R. BAUCH , 52, of Nassau Bay passed away Saturday, October 25, 1997 in Nassau Bay. She was born
February 2, 1945 in Swinemuende, Germany. Mrs. Bauch is survived by her husband, Garland Bauch ; sons,
Stephen and Chris Bauch ; daughter, Kirsten Bauch , all of Nassau Bay; mother, Kaethe Roesler; brothers,
Dietrich Roesler and his wife, Rosi, Stefan Roesler and his wife, Marion all of Germany. Friends may call
Tuesday, October 28, between 2:00-8:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 29, between 10:00 a.m. -3 :00 p.m., at Jack
Rowe Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, at House of Prayer Lutheran Church,
1515 Bay Area Blvd., Houston, Texas 77058 with Rev. Barbara Bartling officiating. Graveside services will be
2:00 p.m. Thursday, October 30, 1997 at Glendale Cemetery in Goliad, Texas. Memorials may be made to House
of Prayer Lutheran Church. [Houston Chronicle, October 28, 1997]
More About Birgit Roesler:
Burial: 30 Oct 1997, Glendale Lutheran Cemetery, Goliad, Goliad, TX 46
Children of Garland Bauch and Birgit Roesler are:
52 i. Stephen Thomas 13 Bauch, born Private.
53 ii. Christopher Thomas Bauch, born Private.
54 iii. Kirsten Ann Bauch, born Private.
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Generation No. 6
45. Christopher Michael 13 Gohlke (Michael Charles 12 , Ruth Mary Ella 11 Bauch, Charles (Carl) 10 ,
Gertrude 9 Dencker, Sophie Maria Charlotte 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Teresa Renee Rautiola
Private. She was born Private.
Children of Christopher Gohlke and Teresa Rautiola are:
55 i. Austin Michael 14 Gohlke, born Private.
56 ii. Andrew Ryan Gohlke, born Private.
47. Stacie Lynn 13 Trett (John Russell 12 , Margie Martha Margeret 11 Bauch, Charles (Carl) 10 , Gertrude 9
Dencker, Sophie Maria Charlotte 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 ,
Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married (1) John David Mixon Private. He
was born Private. She married (2) John E. Mason Private. He was born Private.
Children of Stacie Trett and John Mixon are:
57 i. Janie Elizabeth 14 Mixon, born Private.
58 ii. Russell Patrick Mixon, born Private.
Endnotes
1. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Cedar Post Office, Between Halletsville Road and Buckner's Creek, Page 2.
2. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 164, Page 5.
3. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Cedar Post Office, Between Halletsville Road and Buckner's Creek, Page 2.
4. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, July 23, 1896.
5. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Cedar Post Office, Between Halletsville Road and Buckner's Creek, Page 2.
6. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 164, Page 5.
7. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Cedar Post Office, Between Halletsville Road and Buckner's Creek, Page 2.
8. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Fayette Co., Certificate 42140.
9. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 7 & 1, E. D. 164, Page 11. or Texas, Fayette County, Precinct 1, E. D. 164, Page 5.
10. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Cedar Post Office, Between Halletsville Road and Buckner's Creek, Page 2.
11. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, September 12, 1889.
12. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 7 & 1, E. D. 164, Page 11.
13. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Goliad Co., Certificate 14875.
14. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 7 & 1, E. D. 164, Page 11.
15. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 164, Page 5.
16. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Cedar Post Office, Between Halletsville Road and Buckner's Creek, Page 2.
17. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, September 12, 1889.
18. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 5, E. D. 164, Page 16.
19. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Black Jack Springs, E. D. 41, Page 16A.
20. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 7 & 1, E. D. 164, Page 11.
21. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Goliad Co., Certificate 68370.
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22. Social Security Death Index.
23. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
24. Social Security Death Index.
25. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
26. Social Security Death Index.
27. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
28. Social Security Death Index.
29. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
30. Victoria Advocate, Victoria, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," The Victoria Advocate, June 9 and 10, 1999.
31. Social Security Death Index.
32. Victoria Advocate, Victoria, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," The Victoria Advocate, June 9 and 10, 1999.
33. Social Security Death Index.
34. Victoria Advocate, Victoria, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," The Victoria Advocate, June 9 and 10, 1999.
35. Social Security Death Index.
36. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
37. Social Security Death Index.
38. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
39. Victoria Advocate, Victoria, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," The Victoria Advocate, March 20 and 21, 2002.
40. Social Security Death Index.
41. Victoria Advocate, Victoria, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," The Victoria Advocate, March 20 and 21, 2002.
42. Social Security Death Index.
43. Victoria Advocate, Victoria, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," The Victoria Advocate, March 20 and 21, 2002.
44. Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), The Houston Chronicle, October 28, 1997.
45. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
46. Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), The Houston Chronicle, October 28, 1997.
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Fritz
Schroeder
Private -
Johanna M.
Vogt
1857 - 1918
John H.
Schroeder
1880 - 1964
Marguerite
Schroeder
1904 - 1988
Hermann
Schroeder
1857 - 1935
Pauline Marie
Melcher
1881 - 1953
Frank J.
Willmann
1888 - 1976
Louise
Schroeder
1887 - 1969
Descendants of Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich
Franziska S.
Willrich
1835 - 1931
Cont. p. 303 Hedwig H. F.
Vogt
1884 - 1886
John R.
Vogt
1832 - 1909
Ernst Rudolph
Vogt
1859 - 1940
301
Anna Marie
Nollkamper
1861 - 1961
Charles August
Vogt
1887 - 1963
Carey Wayne
Vogt
1954 - 2003
Charles August
Vogt, Jr.
1922 - 1993
Roy Charles
Vogt
Private -
Stella R.
Hoeffert
1889 - 1971
Dorothy E.
Lorenz
Private -
Joann Mildred
Benoit
Private -
Charlotte S.
Vogt
1862 - 1949
Cont. p. 304 Elise
Nollkamper
1888 -
Unknown
Fritz W.
Nollkamper
1858 - 1940
Charles
Rosenauer
1896 -
Unknown
Cont. p. 302
Cont. p. 305

Gertrude
Knigge
1886 - 1893
Cont. p. 301 Anna Louise
Vogt
1864 - 1949
Christel Maria
Knigge
1887 - 1953
Ralph Ernest
Balzer
Private -
John C.
Balzer
1886 - 1949
Ernst
Knigge, Jr.
1861 - 1938
Gladys
Graham
1901 - 1966
Descendants of Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich
Cont. p. 311
Franziska S.
Willrich
1835 - 1931
Hans Heinrich
Vogt
1866 - 1873
George W.
Knigge
1890 - 1947
John R.
Vogt
1832 - 1909
Cont. p. 307
302
George Karl
Vogt
1868 - 1917
Cont. p. 308 Olivia Frieda
Vogt
1893 - 1919
Lina
Nollkamper
1868 - 1955
Fritz
Vogt
1870 - 1943
Hedwig
Sladczyk
1871 - 1916
Cont. p. 309 Cont. p. 310
Cont. p. 306

Descendants of Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich
Johanna M.
Vogt
1857 - 1918
303
Hermann
Schroeder
1857 - 1935
Cont. p. 301 Fritz
Schroeder
- Unknown

Cont. p. 301 Herman H.
Vogt
1890 - 1896
Descendants of Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich
Helmuth
Vogt
1894 - 1894
Ernst Rudolph
Vogt
1859 - 1940
Ernst Rudolph
Vogt
1895 - 1899
Anna Marie
Nollkamper
1861 - 1961
Emil F.
Vogt
1902 - 1931
304
Christine
Vogt
- Unknown
Otto George
Vogt
1902 - 1975
John Carrol
Vogt
Private -
Lara Christine
Vogt
Private -
Evelyn
Bruns
Private -
Virginia Lynn
Warren
Private -
Lisa Kathleen
Vogt
Private -
Steven A.
Hicks
Private -

Cont. p. 301 Margarethe L.
Nollkamper
1892 - 1962
Evelyn Marie
McMillan
1922 - 1922
Beatrice Kay
McMillan
Private -
Howard Gray
McMillan
Private -
Garet Ross
Steinocher
Private -
Ross Gray
McMillan
1889 - 1953
Michael James
Steinocher
Private -
Elizabeth Jean
Kahanek
Private -
Laura Gay
McMillan
Private -
Descendants of Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich
Casey M.
O'Neill
Private -
Charlotte S.
Vogt
1862 - 1949
Richmond D.
O'Neill
Private -
Fritz W.
Nollkamper
1858 - 1940
Cyrus Earl
Greenshield
1926 - 2004
Gary Earl
Greenshield
Private -
Grace Holland
Greenshield
Private -
305
Grace Martha
Stavinoha
Private -
Nancy R.
Holland
Private -
Anna Lucy
Nollkamper
1899 - 1980
William Earl
Greenshield
Private -
Cyrus Earl
Greenshield
1897 - 1971
Eugene Everett
Greenshield
1929 - 1997
Cont. p. 313 Jacki Sue
Greenshield
Private -
Sarah E.
Grimes
Private -
David Michael
Grimes
Private -
Betty Lou
Deison
Private -
Roger Dale
Grimes
Private -
Evan C.
Grimes
Private -
Cont. p. 312
Cont. p. 314
Rachel Lauren
Grimes
Private -

Irene Louise
Vogt
1910 - 1988
Donley Trent
Studlar
Private -
Carlton F.
Studlar
Private -
Joe
Studlar
1908 - 1991
Susan
Moyle
Private -
Ross Wood
Studlar
Private -
Gay Lynn
Studlar
Private -
Elmae
Vogt
1912 - 1987
Thomas K.
Haslett
Private -
Connor K.
Otto
Private -
Descendants of Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich
Franziska S.
Willrich
1835 - 1931
Cont. p. 302 Julius
Vogt
1875 - 1955
Guido A.
Hermann
1913 - 1985
Darren Scott
Otto
Private -
Elnora
Cantella
Private -
Hale Robinson
Otto
Private -
Darrell Dean
Otto
Private -
Katherine L.
Crain
Private -
John R.
Vogt
1832 - 1909
Adele M.
Loessin
1883 - 1954
Emory E.
Otto
Private -
Lottie Bernice
Vogt
1914 - 1996
306
Judith Anne
Pryor
Private -
Jarred Todd
Otto
Private -
Fred Theodore
Otto
1912 - 1967
Jeffry Todd
Otto
Private -
Severin JoAnn
Jones
Private -
Lindsey E.
Otto
Private -
Laura Kay
Johnson
Private -
Raymond L.
Vogt
1915 - 1989
Tara Nicole
Otto
Private -
Gary Todd
Otto
1942 - 2006
Elvern
Vogt
1918 - 1999
Sandra Isabel
Watson
Private -
Cont. p. 316 Cont. p. 317
Emil
Barton
1907 - 1999
Cont. p. 315

James Wesley
Russell III
Private -
Thomas C.
Russell
Private -
Cont. p. 302
Marilyn J.
Knigge
Private -
Deborah Gail
Smith
Private -
Descendants of Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich
George W.
Knigge
1890 - 1947
Annie Augusta
Battestin
1912 - 1979
James Wesley
Russell, Jr.
Private -
Dora Ann
Russell
Private -
Bryan Thomas
West, Jr.
Private -
Elsie Marie
Amberg
1891 - 1982
Julius Amberg
Knigge, Sr.
1913 - 1984
Julius Amberg
Knigge, Jr.
Private -
Bryan Thomas
West, Sr.
Private -
Brenda Kay
West
Private -
307
James C.
West
Private -
Margaret
Martin
Private -
Dianne
Hunt
Private -
George Ernst
Knigge
1916 - 1955
Roberta Marie
Knigge
Private -
Roberta
Tillinghist
Private -
Robert David
Avery
Private -

Descendants of Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich
Anna Louise
Vogt
1864 - 1949
Cont. p. 302 Mr.
Ferguson
- Unknown
Ernst
Knigge, Jr.
1861 - 1938
Francis
Knigge
1897 - 1986
308
Ambrose M.
Frierson
1894 - 1975
Monty Lon
Frierson
1929 - 1990
Marjorie
Frierson
Private -

Terrance R.
Vogt
Private -
Cont. p. 302 Robert Charles
Vogt
1897 - 1988
James Robert
Vogt
Private -
Randa
Schafer
Private -
Georgia Marie
Kral
Private -
Duane Edward
Vogt
Private -
Allison Grace
Vogt
Private -
Emma
Olle
1899 - 1997
Barbara Jean
Tarver
Private -
Descendants of Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich
George Karl
Vogt
1868 - 1917
Gene Edward
Vogt
Private -
Lina
Nollkamper
1868 - 1955
William G.
Harmon
- Unknown
Cont. p. 319 Robert Thomas
Vogt
Private -
309
Eileen Frances
Long
Private -
Lillie J.
Vogt
1901 - 1998
William G.
Michalke
1927 - 1984
Fritz Albert
Michalke
1892 - 1983
Frances Nell
Rudder
1923 - 1992
Cont. p. 320 Cont. p. 321
Ruth A.
Vogt
1906 - 1978
Hugo Joseph
Stanzel
1902 - 1970
Cont. p. 318

Cont. p. 302 John R.
Vogt
1893 - 1937
Descendants of Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich
Harry Lee
Vogt
Private -
Jeffrey Lee
Vogt
Private -
Fritz
Vogt
1870 - 1943
Mozelle
Hughes
1906 - 1986
Hannah Leigh
Vogt
Private -
Dorothy Jean
Roitsch
Private -
Hilary C.
Hudler
Private -
Hedwig
Sladczyk
1871 - 1916
Harry
Vogt
1913 - 1983
Amy Christine
Vogt
Private -
310
Evelyn Lillian
Sulik
1915 - 2001
Thomas Arthur
Vogt
Private -
John Andrew
Vogt
Private -
Rachel Anne
Vogt
Private -
Connie Gail
Warnken
Private -
Laura Beth
Vogt
Private -

Cont. p. 302 Morris Barnett
Dalitz
1899 - 1989
Monty
Blair
Private -
Suzanne
Dalitz
Private -
Christopher B.
Brown
Private -
David Jack
Brown
Private -
Averill Marie
Knigge
1924 - 1988
Chelsea Averil
Brown
Private -
Daryl Diane
Knigge
Private -
James
Stewart
Private -
Descendants of Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich
George Wray
Page IV
Private -
George Wray
Page III
Private -
George W.
Knigge
1890 - 1947
Gladys
Graham
1901 - 1966
John Graham
Knigge
1926 - 1992
Jennifer Lynn
Whiting
Private -
311
Shirley C.
Archer
1928 - 2005
John Archer
Knigge
Private -
Linda Gayle
Will
Private -
Cont. p. 323 Kathren Lee
Knigge
Private -
Rebecca Anne
Brown
Private -
Karen E.
Knigge
Private -
Gladys L.
Knigge
Private -
Cont. p. 322 Jerry Wayne
Schmidt, Jr.
Private -
Joshua Graham
Knigge
Private -
Jerry Wayne
Schmidt
Private -

Paul Leslie
Sneed
Private -
Amy Louisa
Sneed
Private -
Descendants of Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich
Linda Louis
Nary
Private -
Anna Lucy
Nollkamper
1899 - 1980
Cyrus Earl
Greenshield
1897 - 1971
Cont. p. 305 Paul Winn
Sneed
1925 - 1988
Thomas Earl
Sneed
Private -
Amanda Jean
Sneed
Private -
312
Sarah Jean
Buckles
Private -
Charlotte
Greenshield
Private -
Richard Louis
Sneed
Private -
Andrew Joseph
Sneed
Private -
Frank A
LoBasso
Private -
Bonnie Jo
Borshay
Private -
Shannon E.
Sneed
Private -

Descendants of Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich
Cyrus Earl
Greenshield
1926 - 2004
Cont. p. 305 Janis Gail
Greenshield
Private -
Lawrence A.
Troutt III
Private -
Grace Martha
Stavinoha
Private -
Lawrence A.
Troutt, Jr.
Private -
Sarah G.
Troutt
Private -
313
James Michael
Greenshield
Private -
Courtney Caye
Greenshield
Private -
Colleen Caye
Petty
Private -
Kevin Michael
Greenshield
Private -

Cont. p. 305 Jay Everett
Greenshield
Private -
Jessika Leanne
Greenshield
Private -
Descendants of Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich
Eugene Everett
Greenshield
1929 - 1997
Jana
Smart
Private -
Jodie Linda
Greenshield
Private -
Betty Lou
Deison
Private -
Loren Barry
Greenshield
Private -
Katrina
Greenshield
Private -
314
Margaret
Weed
Private -
Jessica
Greenshield
Private -
Larry Gene
Greenshield
Private -
Dorothy
Day
Private -

Descendants of Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich
Lottie Bernice
Vogt
1914 - 1996
Cont. p. 306 Darlis Kay
Otto
Private -
315
Fred Theodore
Otto
1912 - 1967
Dale L.
Adams
Private -

Descendants of Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich
Gary Todd
Otto
1942 - 2006
Cont. p. 306 Kari Renee
Otto
Private -
Seth Erik
Emblem
Private -
Kelsey E.
Emblem
Private -
Severin JoAnn
Jones
Private -
316
Erik Steven
Emblem, Jr.
Private -
Caleb Ethan
Emblem
Private -
Kevin Rydell
Otto
Private -
Summer Elyse
Emblem
Private -

Cont. p. 306 Mark Anthony
Lawrence
Private -
Descendants of Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich
Steele Cornell
Lawrence
Private -
Gary Todd
Otto
1942 - 2006
Regina C.
Otto
Private -
Courtney C.
Helton
Private -
Sandra Isabel
Watson
Private -
Mark Steven
Helton
Private -
317
Brianna Helen
Helton
Private -
Mindy Dyan
Otto
Private -
Van M.
Baker
Private -
Casey Alan
Otto
Private -

Descendants of Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich
George Karl
Vogt
1868 - 1917
Lina
Nollkamper
1868 - 1955
Cont. p. 309 George Otto
Vogt
1908 - 1984
George Wilson
Vogt
Private -
318
Andrea
Vogt
Private -
Virginia Ella
Winthrop
1913 - 1999
Carol Linda
Phillips
Private -

Descendants of Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich
James Robert
Vogt
Private -
Georgia Marie
Kral
Private -
Cont. p. 309 Dana Lynn
Vogt
Private -
319
Kristen Marie
Rosenthal
Private -
Richard Leroy
Rosenthal, Jr.
Private -

Descendants of Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich
Gene Edward
Vogt
Private -
Cont. p. 309 John Charles
Vogt
Private -
320
Eileen Frances
Long
Private -
Ryan Edward
Vogt
Private -

Cont. p. 309 Carole Sue
Michalke
Private -
Leslie Kathryn
Fulghum
Private -
Larry
Fulghum
Private -
Descendants of Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich
Jack
Ott
Private -
Thomas G.
Ott
Private -
William G.
Michalke
1927 - 1984
Julia Nell
Michalke
Private -
Frances Nell
Rudder
1923 - 1992
Jim
Snow
Private -
Amber
Snow
Private -
321
Bill
Wada
Private -
Jodie
Traver
Private -
Billie R.
Michalke
Private -
Jessica
Traver
Private -
Robert
Traver
Private -
Robert James
Traver
Private -
Jamie Guy
Traver
Private -
Jennifer Dawn
Traver
Private -

Descendants of Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich
John Graham
Knigge
1926 - 1992
Cont. p. 311 Raymond E.
Durham
Private -
322
Shirley C.
Archer
1928 - 2005
Gaye Lynn
Knigge
Private -
Michael Lloyd
Amy
Private -

Descendants of Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich
John Archer
Knigge
Private -
Cont. p. 311 Rachel Lene'
Knigge
Private -
Audrey Lynn
Bruce
Private -
Jennifer Lynn
Whiting
Private -
Terrence J.
Bruce
Private -
323
Heather Rene'
Knigge
Private -
David E.
Stephenson
Private -

Descendants of Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich
Generation No. 1
1. Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich (Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 1,2,3,4,5,6 was born 17 Oct 1835 in Uelzen, Hanover, Germany 7,8 ,
and died 24 Apr 1931 in Bluff, Fayette, TX 9,10 . She married John R. Vogt 11,12,13,14 27 Jan 1857 in Fayette
County, Texas. He was born 09 May 1832 in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany 15 , and died 14 Sep 1909 in Bluff,
Fayette, TX 16,17 .
Notes for Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich:
“Black Beans of Death”
(From The American-Statesman)
It is a cold, gloomy day in March of 1843. A dismal wind startles weird echoes in the trees and canons of
mountainous country near Salado, Mexico – rising in the mountains and sweeping with vicious insistence down to
the little settlement where one hundred and seventy-six men are doomed to die. In their hearts there is little hope
of release. They sit in the stifling air of a rude shed, converted into a death chamber from a barn, and wait orders
to march before a firing line and surrender their lives for Texas. Awaiting the surrender of their all – these who
had scorned all other surrender as not befitting men who had sworn themselves to win freedom for their state.
Their clothes were worn threadbare, their feet were sore and lacerated from those long days and nights on the
mountains without food or shelter while they sought the way back to Texas. Bodies were weak and helpless from
the long exposure and in their minds was no thought but the release death would bring. In the hands of the
Mexican general Santa Anna they hoped for no mercy. Guards enter the room and silently place the men in heavy
iron chains, ordering each to stand in line as he was bound. No word is said – then one of the Mexicans holds an
official looking document to the light and reads orders that chill the blood of every man who heard them. They
had expected death – death for them all according to the will of Santa Anna. Their capturer, General Mexia, had
written his relentless commander, asking freedom for the prisoners, and Santa Anna had granted that only one
man out of every ten would be shot and that the others might be spared. In the history of Texas is written many
chapters of dramatic happenings, but none more powerful in ironic twists of fate than the scene that followed the
reading of the cruel orders. An officer, holding an earthen mug in his hand, comes into the shed where the Texans
were confined and bound in chains. In the mug were one hundred and seventy-six beans, the number of the
prisoners. One hundred and fifty-nine beans were white and seventeen were black. The prisoners were each to
draw a bean from the mug. The black beans meant death. To tell the rest would be only to repeat a story known
to all Texans, for the destiny of the Mier prisoners – men who dared to enter the enemy’s country out-numbered
many times, to save their comrades captured by General Woll at San Antonio – will be re-told and remembered
through many generations. It is from the lips of Mrs. Franciska Vogt of La Grange that the story was recently
recounted with a new and gripping angle on the well known incidents – for Mrs. Vogt is the one person living
who was present and remembers when the bones of these seventeen men were brought back to Texas soil and
buried on the bluff overlooking her home in La Grange. And it was on her 93rd birthday that she recalled that
solemn ceremony of 1848, when as a child of 13 she rode bareback to the site where the Mier prisoners were reburied
with honor and praise. “Ah, I shall never forget how it looked – that procession of men riding mules and
leading others with the bones of the Texans slung in gunny-sacks across the backs of the animals,” she said, her
eyes once more glowing with the amazement she must have felt as a child. “They came right into town, and when
I heard what was going to be done, I remember I ran and jumped on my pony and raced to the top of the hill for
the ceremony.” “I do not remember much of what happened, except that it was all very solemn and quiet as the
bones were carefully and tenderly buried up there on the hill. Then the monument was put up – the big limestone
tomb under which are the remains of those seventeen men who drew the black beans of death.” Mrs. Vogt
recalled that she was unable to get astride her horse after it was all over – remembering, as she says, more of the
smaller details that made an impression on a young mind. “I know it was some man from Austin who helped me
– some nice man who held my horse and helped me swing up to ride back home again, but I do not know who,
though I still remember how he looked that day,” she said. The little old lady who will soon reach the century
mark also told the story of the man who took the black bean drawn by a comrade away from him and died in his
stead. The incident may be legend or true, but Mrs. Vogt states that she has heard it all her life and believes its
veracity. It is told that the first to draw the fatal lot was a man with a wife and children back at home, and that his
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friend forced him to exchange the beans so that he might live. Though the names of this Damon and Pythias of
Texas history may be lost in the maze of years, what a monument to friendships that face life and death with equal
unselfishness! The burial of the Mier prisoners is only one of the incidents of early Texas history that can be told
in the first person by the gray-haired and smiling grandmother and great-grandmother of La Grange. She came to
Fayette county from Germany in 1847 with her mother and brothers and sisters, following the father George
Willrich, who had come the previous year and located a home. Mrs. Vogt tells that the state gave 300 acres of
land to every man with a family who settled in that country then – land as wild as if it had never been touched by
man. “These hills were thick with wild animals and rattle snakes, but I got used to them and remember riding all
over the country by myself as a child,” she relates. “I will always remember one time when I was going after the
horses for my mother and came up on a lot of commotion in the woods. When I got to a clearing, I saw six
wolves tearing at the body of a deer they had killed.” Mrs. Vogt’s father was a prominent judge in the “old
country,” and came to America with many other immigrants during those years who sought freedom and
prosperity in the new land. He had a large family of children whose children and children’s children are
numbered among the settlers of the state. Mrs. Vogt’s own children are Mrs. Ernest Knigge of La Grange, with
whom she makes her home; E. R. Vogt of Schulenburg, Julius Vogt of O’Quinn, Mrs. Fritz Nollkamper, Fritz
Vogt, La Grange. The story of the Mier prisoners will again be placed before the people of Texas during the next
legislature, it was recently learned, as the senator and representative from that part of the state, Senator Gus.
Rusek of Schulenburg and Rep. James Pavlica of Flatonia, are to ask that 50 acres of land along the top of the
bluff where the men are buried, be purchased by the state for a state park and a memorial to their heroism. The
land is available for purchase at this time, and as the location is ideal scenically for a beautiful recreation resort,
they will use all their power to pass the bill creating the Mier park for Texas. A monument already stands on the
court house square at La Grange, erected several years ago by the state “to the memory of the men who drew the
black beans and were shot at Salado, Mexico, on March 24th, 1843,” and to Capt. N. H. Dawson and his men
who were massacred at Salado, Texas, in September of 1842. The remains of some of these men are also said to
rest with the Mier prisoners in the tomb at La Grange, brought back by the group who went by mule train on their
errand of such grim homage. To follow the trail of these one hundred and fifty-six men who were spared in the
fatal lottery at the haciendo of Salado would be to wonder whether or not the man who saved his friend did not
leave him the worse fate. Dying of unbearable hardships on their march into Mexico City, wasting away in
dungeons, shot while trying to escape and a few finally winning their way back to Texas, the group one by one
went the way of their comrades who drew death from the glass of chance that day. But no matter what followed
for them, it would surely be safe to imagine that none experienced deeper agony of suspence, or grief for his
comrades, than when they plunged their hands into the little grains of matter, colored black and white, that meant
a promised freedom or a black doom. [The La Grange Journal, November 15, 1928]
FRANZISKA VOGT
"Grandmother Vogt Passes Away"
Reaching the age of 95 years, 5 months and 7 days, Grandmother Franziska Vogt, one of our most interesting and
esteemed citizens closes the last chapter of her life 24 April 1931. She was born 17 October 1835 in Germany and
came to Fayette County with her mother, Mrs. Geo. Willrich, and sisters and brothers in the year 1847. Her
father, a prominent judge in the old country, had come over the year before to locate a home for the family.
Texas gave three hundred acres of land to every man with family who settled upon its soil, land seemingly
untouched by man, with wild beasts and snakes roaming at will. They went through many trials during these days,
and to hear grandmother recite some of the history of her younger days was interesting. In 1928 the Journal
reproduced an account entitled: "Black Beans of Death", a story told by the subject of this sketch on her 93rd
birthday anniversary, which had been published in the Austin American. She recalled the solemn ceremony of
1848, when a child of thirteen she rode horseback to the site where the Mier prisoners of war were reburied with
honor and praise, on Kreische's Bluff. After the death of her husband, John Vogt, 22 years ago, she continued to
live at the old home near O'Quinn, where her youngest son, Julius, now resides. About ten years ago she came to
live in her declining years with her daughter Mrs. E. Knigge of this city. It may truly be said of her, she won the
love of all with whom she came in contact, and will be greatly missed. Mrs. Vogt was the mother of eight
children, five sons and three daughters, of whom three preceded her in death: Mrs. H. Schroeder of this city and
Geo. Vogt of Schulenburg; Hans died at the age of 8 years. The living are: E.R. Vogt of Schulenburg, Mrs. Fritz
Nollkamper, Mrs. E. Knigge and Fritz Vogt of this city and Julius Vogt of O'Quinn. Twenty-three grandchildren
and 12 great grandchildren, besides two step sisters, Mrs. Anna Gross of San Antonio and Mrs. Louise Koehler of
this city are among the sorrowing relatives. Interment took place at the Cedar Cemetery Saturday afternoon at 2
o'clock, Rev. C.O. Boatman officiating. [La Grange Journal, April 30, 1931]
Fayette’s Oldest Citizen Dies
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Franziska Vogt, nee Willrich, was born in Ulzen, Hanover, Germany on October 17, 1835, the youngest daughter
of the first marriage of her father, George C. Willrich, or Judge in his native town. In the year 1846 she came to
Texas, together with her stepmother, following her father who came here two years previous, settling on the Bluff,
about four miles South of La Grange. The old house she grew to womanhood is still standing. She married John
R. Vogt on January 13th, 1857. Eight children were born to this union, of whom three died, Margartha, wife of
Herman Schraeder of La Grange; George Vogt of Schulenburg and John, who died at the age of seven years. Her
husband, John R. Vogt, preceded her in death 22 years ago. Surviving are five children: E. R. of Schulenburg;
Charlotte, wife of Fritz Nollkamper of La Grange; Anna, wife of Emil Knigge of La Grange; and Julius of
O’Quin, he is living on the old homestead, the house was build in 1856 and was occupied by the couple for 53
years or until the death of her husband on Sept. 14, 1909. Grandmother Vogt, as she was known to the entire
community, was at the time of her death the oldest citizen in Fayette County and the only survivor of those who
were present when the bones of the Dawson Company, who were killed near Goliad in 1846 by the Mexican
Army were buried on Monument Hill in the year 1848. She was blessed with remarkable memory, she at the time
was 12 years of age and could remember the principal speech on that occasion by Lubbock, almost every word,
he was afterwards Governor of Texas. She died at the home of her youngest daughter, Anna Knigge of La
Grange, on April 24th, and was laid to rest in the family burial ground at Cedar Cemetery on April 25th., beside
her beloved husband, with whom she shared rainy days and sunshine for 53 years. Surviving to mourn her death
are five children, nineteen grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren. To them, the Sticker tenders its most
sincere sympathy. [The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, May 1, 1931]
More About Franziska Sophie Eleonore Willrich:
Burial: 25 Apr 1931, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
Notes for John R. Vogt:
IN MEMORY OF JOHN VOGT
When the visit of the death angel was made to the home of John Vogt, near Cedar, last week, Tuesday, September
14, 1909, the spirit of one of Fayette County's oldest and most beloved citizens journeyed to the far-off home to
dwell with the great majority who have gone before. The entire vicinage where he was most highly respected and
revered was wrapt in sorrow and heartfelt expressions of regret were frequent. John Vogt was born in Schleswig-
Holstein, Germany May 9, 1832, and when a lad of seventeen years emigrated to America, landing at Galveston
August 31, 1849. His journey to Fayette was made in the primitive manner of that time, by ox-wagon. For
several years after his arrival he earned his living by daily labor. In the year 1857, January 13, he was united in
marriage with Miss Franziska Willrich, one of the then popular belles of Cedar. The ceremony occured at the
home of Dr. Dencker, which home still stands and shelters a daughter of the doctor. After one year's residence at
this place, the family removed to the home which was the deceased's until the final call was made and he passed
out of the knowledge of earthly matters. The union was blessed with eight children, one of whom died many
years ago. The seven living are: Mrs. Hermann Schroeder of Cedar, E. R. Vogt of Schulenburg, Mrs. Fritz
Nollkamper of Swiss Alp, George Vogt of Swiss Alp, Fritz Vogt of La Grange, John Vogt of Cedar and Mrs.
Ernst Knigge of La Grange. Seventeen grand children and one great grandchild also mourn the loss of good old
Papa Vogt. Wednesday morning of last week the funeral was held from the old homestead and the remains,
followed by an immense cortege, were conveyed to the Cedar Cemetery and laid to rest with beautiful and
impressive ceremonies. Rev. Kern, pastor of the Lutheran Church at Swiss Alp, spoke of the good qualities of the
deceased and commited his spirit to the care of the Maker. Judge Willrich, who is related to the family, also
spoke at the grave dwelling on the ennobling life led by his relative. Mr. Vogt was one of the Texas Confederate
soldiers. At the last reunion, held here in May, he was unable to take part. At a former reunion the remaining
soldiers of what once was a strong company were photographed. There were not many present but the picture
shows the faces of determined men. It was this picture the writer was shown when he last visited the home of the
deceased. He cherished this with the pride characteristic of the grizzeled old veterans of today, who, in their
youth, shouldered their muskets in a cause they believed right. It was at that time I learned to know more of
Grandpa Vogt and to love him for his goodness of heart and his consideration for the wants and rights of others.
He is gone now sleeping that long sleep that knows no awakening, but which is recorded as being the rest from
which we will all arise some sweet day to share the blessing of the Messiah. A. FRIEND [La Grange Journal,
September 23, 1909]
More About John R. Vogt:
Burial: 15 Sep 1909, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
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Children of Franziska Willrich and John Vogt are:
+ 2 i. Johanna Margarethe 9 Vogt, born 23 Oct 1857 in Fayette Co., TX; died 03 Apr 1918 in La Grange,
Fayette Co., TX.
+ 3 ii. Ernst Rudolph Vogt, born 15 Oct 1859 in Fayette County, Texas; died 25 Feb 1940 in Schulenburg,
Fayette, TX.
+ 4 iii. Charlotte Sophia Vogt, born 25 Apr 1862 in O'Quinn, Fayette Co., TX; died 02 Jan 1949 in LaGrange,
Fayette Co., TX.
+ 5 iv. Anna Louise Vogt, born 21 Mar 1864 in Texas; died 1949.
6 v. Hans Heinrich Vogt 18 , born 08 Apr 1866 in Texas; died 09 Aug 1873.
More About Hans Heinrich Vogt:
Burial: Abt. 11 Aug 1873, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
+ 7 vi. George Karl Vogt, born 04 Mar 1868 in Cedar, Fayette, TX; died 04 Aug 1917 in Schulenburg, Fayette,
TX.
+ 8 vii. Fritz Vogt, born 14 Mar 1870 in Fayette Co., TX; died 10 Jul 1943 in La Grange, Fayette Co., TX.
+ 9 viii. Julius Vogt, born 28 Jun 1875 in Fayette Co., TX; died 11 Nov 1955 in Fayette Co., TX.
Generation No. 2
2. Johanna Margarethe 9 Vogt (Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 ,
Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 19,20,21,22,23,24 was born 23 Oct 1857 in
Fayette Co., TX 25 , and died 03 Apr 1918 in La Grange, Fayette Co., TX 26,27 . She married Hermann
Schroeder 28,29,30,31,32 30 Oct 1878 in Fayette County, TX 33 . He was born 19 May 1857 in Schwaan,
Mecklenburg-Schwerin, Germany 34,35 , and died 20 May 1935 in La Grange, Fayette Co., TX 35,36 .
Notes for Johanna Margarethe Vogt:
SERIOUSLY ILL
Little Hope Held Out for Recovery of Patient
As we go to press the condition of Mrs. Hermann Schroeder, who has been ill for some time, is such that little
hope is held out for her recovery. Family relatives, nurse and doctor are doing all in their power to stay the
approach of death, but the inevitable is apt to follow ere this reaches our readers. [La Grange Journal, April 4,
1918]
GONE TO HER REWARD
Death Claimed Another Good Woman After Long Illness.
Died Wednesday afternoon, Mrs. Margaret Schroeder, wife of Herman Schroeder, manager of the Farmers
Lumber Company. Mrs. Schroeder had been suffering for months and during the past five weeks had been under
the constant care of a trained nurse and physician. It seemed that the battle was entirely one-sided, she grew
weaker each day and finally; without a struggle lapsed into eternal sleep. Mrs. Schroeder was the eldest daughter
of Mrs. Franciska Vogt, widow of the late John Vogt, and was the second of the children to die within a year.
Our sympathy is offered to the husband and the son, John Schroeder, and daughter, Miss Louise, and the brothers
and sisters, and yet we cannot refrain from saying, in addition, that our heart bleeds for the good old mother who
has witness the going of her children and mourn their loss. As a good wife and mother, Mrs. Schroeder was
known to many. Her greatest pleasure in life, in addition to the attributes mentioned, was to do good to others.
Willing to help, willing to give and assist in the relief of those in need, she has left much to keep alive her
memory and many who will miss her. Her remains were placed to their last rest in the new cemetery Thursday
afternoon, in attendance and assisting in the last sad rites, being a very large number from the city and country
and other towns. Rev. Arnold officiating, paid a strong tribute to the deceased. [La Grange Journal, April 11,
1918]
CARD OF THANKS
Neighbors, relatives and friends, our grateful thanks are offered to you for the many little deeds of kindness you
extended to our wife and mother during her illness. For your manifestations of friendly concern, and for your
kind words of sympathy we wish to thank you. It helps us to bridge the chasm of sorrow to know that, when death
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came and claimed our wife and mother, you were there to sympathize, to console and to comfort us. For what you
did, we say again, our sincerest thanks to all.
HERMANN SCHROEDER
JOHN SCHROEDER
LOUISE SCHROEDER
[La Grange Journal, April 11, 1918]
More About Johanna Margarethe Vogt:
Burial: 04 Apr 1918, City Cemetery, La Grange, Fayette Co., TX 37
Notes for Hermann Schroeder:
Death Comes After Year's Illness To Hermann Schroeder
Sunday, May 19, Hermann Schroeder, a highly respected citizen of La Grange, completed the 78th mile post of
his early pilgrimage; he was abed, and had been ill for more than a year, frequently rallying from the weakening
attacks and sufficiently so to permit leave of the sick room and a drive about the city. Monday the oil of his life's
lamp grew less, he struggled against the shadow, he died at 7:00 o'clock, early evening. Rev. Guy B. Duff, pastor
of the Presbyterian church, officiated at the home and at the cemetery, Tuesday afternoon, and interment was had
at the new cemetery. Relatives, hundreds of friends, many from a far distance and from the neighborhood of La
Grange, paid reverence to one they esteemed highly while he lived among them. The profusion of flowers, told
one story, and the tributes another. Hermann Schroeder, everybody's friend, honorable and upright in all things,
was placed to rest. Hermann Schroeder was born in Schwaan, Mecklenburg-Schwerin, Germany May 19, 1857;
he emigrated to Texas at the age of 16 years, landing at Galveston, December 30, 1879, absolutely penniless.
Delighted with his new home, deciding to become a citizen of the United States, he took the oath of allegiance
later and remained a loyal citizen. He was taken under the care and protection of his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs.
John Frederich Meyer of Cedar, and helped with the he farm work. Later he purchased the Meyer farm, (200
acres) and continued thereon until 1910. Proffered the position of manager of the Farmers Lumber Company, he
accepted and remained in charge of that institution until his enfeebled condition forced him to retire.
Unpretentious at all times; faithful and conscientious in his work, no greater tribute can be added than, "he was a
man to know and to respect." Mr. Schroeder was united in marriage, October 20, 1878 with Miss Margarethe
Vogt, eldest daughter of the late John Vogt and wife Franziska Vogt, nee Willrich, of Cedar, Texas. Mrs.
Schroeder preceded him in death, April 3, 1918; with his daughter he lived on South Franklin street until
beckoned to follow. Mr. Schroeder is survived by his son John Schroeder and wife Pauline; his daughter, Miss
Louise Schroeder, Mrs. Marguerite Willmann and her husband Frank J. Willmann; one son, Fritz Schroeder, died
in infancy. [La Grange Journal, May 23, 1935]
More About Hermann Schroeder:
Burial: 21 May 1935, City Cemetery, La Grange, Fayette Co., TX 38
Children of Johanna Vogt and Hermann Schroeder are:
+ 10 i. John H. 10 Schroeder, born 13 May 1880 in Cedar, Fayette, TX; died 31 Dec 1964 in La Grange, Fayette
Co., TX.
11 ii. Louise Schroeder 39,40,41,42 , born 04 Oct 1887 in Cedar, Fayette, TX 43,44,45 ; died 26 Jul 1969 in La Grange,
Fayette Co., TX 46,47 .
Notes for Louise Schroeder:
L. Schroeder Passes Away Saturday
Funeral services for Miss Louise Schroeder, 81, were held Monday, July 28, at 3:00 P.M. at the Koenig
Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Frank J. McElroy, Jr., officiating. Burial was in the La Grange City
Cemetery. Miss Schroeder, a former resident of Cozy Rest Home, passed away Saturday in Fayette
Memorial Hospital. She was born on October 4, 1887, in Cedar, the daughter of Herman and
Margarethe Vogt Schroeder. A lifelong La Grange resident, she had never married. Surviving is one
neice, Mrs. Frank J. (Margaerite) Willmann of La Grange. She was preceded in death by one brother,
John Schroeder. [La Grange Journal, July 28, 1969]
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More About Louise Schroeder:
Burial: 28 Jul 1969, City Cemetery, La Grange, Fayette, TX 48
12 iii. Fritz Schroeder, died Unknown.
3. Ernst Rudolph 9 Vogt (Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann
August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 49,50,51,52,53,54 was born 15 Oct 1859 in Fayette
County, Texas, and died 25 Feb 1940 in Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 55 . He married Anna Marie
Nollkamper 56,57,58,59 06 Dec 1883 in Fayette County, Texas 60 , daughter of Henry Nollkamper and Catharine
Schriever. She was born 09 Jul 1861 in Fayette County, Texas, and died 01 Aug 1961 in Weimar, Colorado,
TX 61 .
Notes for Ernst Rudolph Vogt:
County Surveyor E. R. Vogt, so The Journal has been informed, is on the sick list this week. Nothing serious, but
sufficient to make him forsake his office duties for a few days. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, October 28,
1909]
The Sticker is authorized to announce E. R. Vogt as a candidate for re-election to the office of Justice of the
Peace of precinct No. 8, subject to the will of the Democratic primaries. [The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, April
25, 1918]
Squire E. R. Vogt attended the A. & M. graduation exercises at College Station last week. [Schulenburg Sticker,
Friday, June 16, 1922]
E. R. VOGT FAYETTE CO. RESIDENT BURIED MONDAY
Mr. E. Rudolph Vogt passed away at the family residence here on Sunday, February 25, 1940. Death resulted
from an injured hip and leg which was hurt when he fell about two months ago. Worn and weak from an active
life, his frail body could not withstand the severe pain. "Judge" Vogt, as he was called by most of the people in
the community, was born October 15, 1859, near Cedar, in Fayette County. He received his early education in
the Fayette County schools and as a young man took private lessons in Civil Engineering. When he had reached
the age of nineteen years, he started out to work as a surveyor and for 60 years he followed that profession. On
December 6, 1883, he won the hand of Miss Anna Nollkamper, who has lived through these many years at his
side. The wedding ceremony took place in Cedar. In the year 1888, he was elected to the office of county
surveyor and he held that office for 50 years. For the past 38 years he had been justice of the peace in this
precinct and during that term of years has had only two opponents. In the year 1918, when the American Party
was so strong, he was the only county official who was re-elected to office. In his years of work as surveyor, he
covered practically the whole of the State of Texas and as far as we know today, no lawsuits have ever occured
over any of the surveys he made. "Judge" Vogt not only was active in the above mentioned professions, but he
was one of the first persons to help organize the First National Bank of Schulenburg in 1916. He was one of the
first to help organize the Bluff Mutual Fire Insurance Company, which is over fifty years old and still going
strong. He wrote the by-laws, rules and regulations of that group of farmers. He was the man who helped establish
all of the mail routes out of Schulenburg. There were many other projects which live on through this man, who
helped found them, who is not with us any more. For the past 34 years he has made his home in the city of
Schulenburg. One of the expressions which we have heard many times within the past few days is that: "He was
fair, impartial and just in all of his dealings." No finer tribute can be given to a man. It will not seem the same
here in Schulenburg to not see the "Squire" come down the street with his cane in his hand and his pipe in his
mouth. He will be missed by his many friends who have gathered for years on Saturday afternoon to play a few
games of dominoes. His wise council, given freely, to all those who need sound advice, will go begging. Our,
and every other community, needs more men who will live the life of Mr. Vogt. He was a wonderful father and
husband and did his all to make his family happy and contented. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge and
Charter member of the Schulenburg Lutheran Church. Funeral services were held from the family residence on
Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock with interment in the Cedar Cemetery. Rev.Hornung and Rev. Kuretsch officiated
at the last sad rites. Choirs of both the Lutheran and Methodist Churches sang the hymns. A large number of
people from this and surrounding areas came to pay their last respects. Floral bouquets were numerous and very
beautiful. Surviving to mourn his passing are: his wife Mrs. Annie Vogt; three sons: Charlie, Emil and Otto; two
grandchildren: Charlie Vogt, Jr. and John Carrol Vogt; two brothers: Fritz Vogt of La Grange and Julius Vogt of
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Cedar, and two sisters, Mrs. Fritz Nollkamper and Mrs. Ernest Knigge, both of La Grange. We join with manv
other friends of the family in extending our sympathy to the bereaved. Pallbearers were E.A. Bosl, Otto Brauner,
Charles Matula, Alfred Olle, Henry Borchers
and John Schroeder. [The Schulenburg Sticker, Thursday, February 29, 1940]
‘Squire E. R. Vogt
‘Squire E. R. Vogt, aged 80 years, for the past 38 years Schulenburg’s justice of the peace, succumbed Sunday,
February 25, aged 80 years, 4 months and 10 days. He had been abed for several months, victim of a fall while
descending the porch steps at his home. Born in the old Cedar section, eight miles West from La Grange, ‘Squire
Vogt spent his entire life in Fayette County; he was the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. John Vogt; followed farming
and became a surveyor. He was one of the best informed in the county on the outlines of farms in this part of the
county. Funeral services were held Monday, and interment was made in the Cedar cemetery. He is survived by
his wife and three sons: Chas. of Schulenburg, Emil of Texarkana and Otto of Longview. The parents of ‘Squire
Vogt were among the earliest settlers of Fayette county; Mrs. Franciska (Willrich) Vogt, the wife and mother
witnessing the interment on Monument Hill, of the bones of the Mier prisoners and Capt. Nicholas Dawson’s
men. Of the Vogt family, brothers and sisters of the late ‘Squire, the survivors are: Fritz Vogt of La Grange and
Julius Vogt of Cedar; Mrs. Fritz Nollkemper and Mrs. Ernest Knigge of La Grange. [The La Grange Journal,
Thursday, February 29, 1940]
More About Ernst Rudolph Vogt:
Burial: 26 Feb 1940, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
Notes for Anna Marie Nollkamper:
MRS. E.R. VOGT RITES READ THURSDAY
Funeral services for Mrs. E.R. (Granny) Vogt, Schulenburg's centenarian, were held from the Schwenke-
Baumgarten Funeral Chapel Thursday afternoon, August 3rd at 2:30 o'clock. Rev. F.J. Mehrtens, pastor of the St.
Paul United Church of Christ, of which Mrs. Vogt was a member, conducted the services. Burial was in the
Cedar Cemetery. Pallbearers were Charles Vogt, Jr., John, Robert, George and Harry Vogt and Earl Greenshield.
Mrs. Vogt, whose desire in life was to live to be 100 years, celebrated that seldom-reached goal on July 9th. She
was born in the Cedar community July 9, 1861 as the daughter of Henry and Catharine Nollkamper, Sr. She was
united in marriage at Cedar to E. Rudolph Vogt, who for many years was county surveyor and justice of the peace
of the Schulenburg precinct. The couple moved to Schulenburg in 1894 and lived here since that time. Her
husband preceded her in death on February 25, 1940. Mrs. Vogt suffered a heart attack July 23 and was carried
to the Youens Hospital the following Sunday, July 30. She passed away there on Tuesday, August 1, 1961 at
10:30 p.m. Although she had lost her sight and had been confined to bed for the past thirty years, she was
extremely alert right up to the time of the attack. Survivors are three sons: C.A. Vogt, Sr. of Schulenburg, O.G.
Vogt of Dallas and Emil Vogt of Arlington; two grandsons: C.A. Vogt, Jr. of this city and John Vogt of Dallas
and two great grandsons: Cary and Roy Vogt of Schulenburg. Besides her husband she was preceded in death by
four children. [The Schulenburg Sticker, August 10, 1961]
More About Anna Marie Nollkamper:
Burial: 03 Aug 1961, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
Marriage Notes for Ernst Vogt and Anna Nollkamper:
Cedar Chips
Cedar, December 10th, 1883.
Married – On the 6th day of December, 1883, at the residence of the brides father, Mr. Rudolph Vogt to Miss
Annie Nolkamper, Judge J. C. Stiehl officiating. Over two hundred invited guests were present to witness the
ceremony which was conducted in a very impressive manner. The bride and groom were the recipients of over
one hundred presents, a list of which would be too extensive for our limited space, suffice it to say, that they were
substantial and designed more for practical use than for ostentation. At the conclusion of the ceremony the guests
partook of a sumptuous repast gotten up in a style that reflects great credit on the ladies that managed the culinary
department. The table was set under a large tent erected for the purpose, and seated twenty-six couples; it was
completely loaded with choice viauds calculated to temp the appetite of the most fastidious epicure. The O’Quin
brass band together with a juvenile chorus led by Prof. Wachman, discoursed sweet vocal and instrumental music
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which added much to the enjoyment of the occasion.
While Bacchus danced attendance upon the thirsty throng,
And wine, and beer, in plenty flowed, all day long;
Morpheus, the sleepy god, then felt his powers wane,
When the muses joined the Bacchanalian ranks and mirth and pleasure reigned.
In the evening the desks, seats, &c., of a large school house adjoining the premises were removed and thither
marched the young people preceded by the brass band where they tripped the "light fantastic toe” until the “wee
sma hours” and in fact some few continued the hilarity until the next day noon, the old folks remained at the
house and enjoyed themselves as best suited their inclinations. Considering the numbers present it was one of the
most peaceable and orderly assemblies we ever attended and taking it all in all it was one of the most enjoyable
affairs that has taken place in this community for many years and will be long remembered by old and young.
Chip. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, December 13, 1883]
Children of Ernst Vogt and Anna Nollkamper are:
13 i. Hedwig H. F. 10 Vogt, born 01 Oct 1884 in Texas; died 16 Jun 1886 in Texas.
More About Hedwig H. F. Vogt:
Burial: Abt. 18 Jun 1886, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette, Texas
+ 14 ii. Charles August Vogt, born 03 Oct 1887 in Texas; died 31 Jan 1963 in Colorado Co., TX.
15 iii. Herman H. Vogt, born 26 Feb 1890 in Texas; died 25 Aug 1896 in Texas.
More About Herman H. Vogt:
Burial: Abt. 27 Aug 1896, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., TX
16 iv. Helmuth Vogt, born 09 Mar 1894 in Texas; died 10 May 1894 in Texas.
More About Helmuth Vogt:
Burial: Abt. 12 May 1894, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
17 v. Ernst Rudolph Vogt, born 22 Oct 1895 in Texas; died 12 Jun 1899 in Texas.
More About Ernst Rudolph Vogt:
Burial: Abt. 14 Jun 1899, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
18 vi. Emil F. Vogt 62,63 , born 29 Nov 1902 in Texas 64 ; died 03 Apr 1931 in Victoria Co., TX 65 . He married
Christine Vogt; died Unknown.
+ 19 vii. Otto George Vogt, born 29 Nov 1902 in Texas; died Dec 1975 in Dallas, Dallas, TX.
4. Charlotte Sophia 9 Vogt (Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann
August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 66,67 was born 25 Apr 1862 in O'Quinn,
Fayette Co., TX 68 , and died 02 Jan 1949 in LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX 68 . She married Fritz W. Nollkamper 69
10 Nov 1886 in Fayette County, Texas 70 , son of Henry Nollkamper and Catharine Schriever. He was born 04
Nov 1858 in Cedar, Fayette, TX 70 , and died 30 Jan 1940 in La Grange, Fayette Co., TX 70 .
Notes for Charlotte Sophia Vogt:
Sunday Visitors
Mrs. Fr. Nollkaemper has as guests over Sunday, her three daughters and families, coming to La Grange and
celebrating their natal day anniversaries at the old home. Each of the three daughters were born on the same day
of the same month, but at different years. Present were (the daughters) Mrs. Chas. Rosenaur of Sealy, Mrs. Ross
McMillan of Wiemar and Mrs. Earl Greenshield of Houston. Friends and invited guests were present to add to
the day's pleasure. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, October 28, 1943]
Mrs. Fritz Nolkemper Is Interred Tuesday
Mrs. Charlotte Nolkemper, widow of the late Fritz Nolkemper, passed away at the hospital here Sunday. She was
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86 years, eight months and seven days of age. Mrs. Nolkemper, nee Vogt, was born at O'Quinn on April 25,
1862. She was united in marriage with Fritz Nolkemper, who preceded his wife to the grave. Mrs. Nolkemper
had been a resident of La Grange since 1920, and of late had been living with her daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Earl
Greenshield. Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Koenig Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. F. Erhard
Eilers officiating. Interment was in the Cedar Cemetery. Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Chas. Rosenaur of
Sealy, Mrs. Ross McMillan of Weimar and Mrs. Greenshield; one sister, Mrs. Anna Knigge of Schulenburg; one
brother, Julius Vogt of La Grange; and four grand-children, Howard Gray McMillan, Lottie Lou, Gene, and Earl
Greenshield, Jr. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, January 6, 1949]
More About Charlotte Sophia Vogt:
Burial: 04 Jan 1949, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas 71
Notes for Fritz W. Nollkamper:
Fritz Nollkemper
Struggling for the past month against the rapid approach of death, Fritz Nollkemper, aged 81 years, 2 months and
26 days, died at the family home in La Grange, Tuesday afternoon, January 30. Funeral services were held
Wednesday afternoon at 3:00 o'clock, Rev. R. Heise officiating and the Koenig Funeral Home in charge of the
funeral. Pall bearers were Harry Vogt, Sequin; Emil Hagens, Gus. Knape, Emil Knape, Robt. Nollkemper, Swiss
Alp; John Schroeder, La Grange, Robt. Vogt and John Balzer, Schulenburg. Interment was made in the Cedar
cemetery, Wednesday afternoon. "Uncle Fritz" -- in the greeting manner in which the writer ever addressed him -
came to La Grange 20 years ago from Swiss Alp, where he had farmed for many years, purchased the Thos. C.
Gregory home and lived in that home continuously since. Retiring from his labors on the farm, he spent the past
twenty years in contentment, and with his companion of more than 53 years, enjoyed with the pleasant and
agreeable years with friends and neighborly relatives. Unpretentious, always of a friendly disposition, his
appearance upon our streets will be sadly missed. May he sleep peacefully! Born at Cedar, Nov. 4, 1858, the son
of Hy. Nollkemper, Sr., he spent his boyhood days on the farm; in the year 1886, Nov. 10, he was united in
marriage with Miss Charlotte Vogt, daughter of John and Mrs. Franciska Vogt, and located on a farm, near Swiss
Alp, where they remained until 20 years ago when they removed to La Grange. To this union was born three
daughters, all living; these are Mrs. Chas. (Elise) Rosenaur of Sealy, Mrs. Ross (Gretchen) McMillan of Weimar,
and Mrs. Earl (Lucy) Greenshield of Swiss Alp. There are four grandchildren, viz: Howard Gray McMillan of
Weimar; Earl Jr., and Gene Everett and Lottie Lou Greenshield of Swiss Alp. [The La Grange Journal, February
1, 1940]
More About Fritz W. Nollkamper:
Burial: 31 Jan 1940, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas 72
Children of Charlotte Vogt and Fritz Nollkamper are:
20 i. Elise 10 Nollkamper, born 24 Oct 1888; died Unknown. She married Charles Rosenauer 73 22 Mar 1920
in Fayette County, TX 74 ; born 1896 in Texas; died Unknown.
Notes for Elise Nollkamper:
The La Grange Journal
Thursday, November 29, 1923
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Rosenaur of Flatonia attended the Greenshield - Nollkaemper nuptials here
Wednesday.
Marriage Notes for Elise Nollkamper and Charles Rosenauer:
Married on March the 22nd at 8:30 p. m. Miss Elisa Nolkemper, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fritz
Nolkemper to Carl Rosenaur, a young business man of Flatonia. After the ceremony, which was
witnessed only by the nearest relatives of the contracting parties, the young couple left for Flatonia their
future home. Justice of Peace, Mr. Doubrova, officiated. Schulenburg Sticker. [The La Grange Journal,
Thursday, April 1, 1920]
+ 21 ii. Margarethe Laura Nollkamper, born 24 Oct 1892; died 23 Apr 1962 in Lavaca Co., TX.
+ 22 iii. Anna Lucy Nollkamper, born 24 Oct 1899 in Texas; died 21 Jan 1980 in Fayette Co., TX.
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5. Anna Louise 9 Vogt (Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann
August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 75,76,77,78,79,80 was born 21 Mar 1864 in
Texas 81 , and died 1949. She married Ernst Knigge, Jr. 82,83,84,85,86,87 29 Jan 1885 in Fayette County, TX, son of
Ernst Knigge and Marie Appel. He was born 01 May 1861 in Fayette Co., TX 88 , and died 16 Nov 1938 in La
Grange, Fayette Co., TX 89,90 .
Notes for Anna Louise Vogt:
Notice to Creditors of the Estate of Anna Knigge, Deceased
Notice is hereby given that original letters testamentary upon the estate of Anna Knigge, deceased, were granted
to me, the undersigned, on the 29th day of December, 1949, by the County Court of Fayette County, Texas. All
persons having claims against said estate are hereby required to present the same to me within the time prescribed
by law. My residence and post office is 711 Summit Street, City of Schulenburg, Fayette County, Texas.
Christel Balzar
Executrix of the Estate of Anna Knigge, Deceased.
[The La Grange Journal, Thursday, January 26, 1950]
More About Anna Louise Vogt:
Burial: 1949, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
Notes for Ernst Knigge, Jr.:
For Public Weigher
The Journal is authorized to announce Ernst Knigge as a candidate for re-election to the office of Public Weigher,
Precinct No. 1 and 7, subject to the action of the Democratic primaries in July. [The La Grange Journal,
Thursday, July 25, 1918]
Ernest Knigge For Public Weigher
The present incumbent of the office of public weigher for precincts one and seven, with yard at La Grange, again
presents his candidacy for re-election to the office of public weigher. Ernst Knigge has maintained the good will
and respect of the cotton grower with whom he has had to deal considerably in the time of his official life, and
herewith asks for the further consideration of his candidacy for re-election. He seeks the nomination on the
democratic ticket, and asks that the voters give their endorsement by making his nomination unanimous at the
July primaries. If re-elected, he will remain the same accommodating public weigher which has made his friends
and supporters generally give their endorsement to his efforts in the past. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday,
June 24, 1920]
Ernst Knigge
Death came to Ernst Knigge, at his home in La Grange, Wednesday morning, November 16; ill for the past 5
months he had made a good fight, but yielded, his strength gone. He had reached the age of 78 years, 6 months
and 15 days. Surviving are: Mrs. Anna Knigge, nee Vogt, his widow; one son, George Knigge of Houston, and
two daughters, Mrs. John (Christel) Balzer of Schulenburg and Mrs. Frances Frierson of Bristol, Oklahoma. One
brother, Fred Knigge of Galveston and three sisters: Mrs. R. T. Huettel and Mrs. Emmie Allison of La Grange,
and Mrs. Elise Haygood of Menard, also survive. There are 8 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at the
family residence in La Grange, Thursday afternoon, November 17, at 2:30 o'clock. The body will be taken to the
Cedar cemetery for interment; Rev. R. Heise will officiate. Koenig Funeral Home has charge of funeral
arrangements. Mr. Knigge was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Ernst Knigge, German immigrants who were
among the early settlers of Fayette County. He was born in Fayette County, south of La Grange, May 1, 1860,
and was united in marriage with Miss Anna Vogt, a daughter of John and Mrs. Franciska Vogt of the old Cedar
neighborhood. Retiring from the farm 20 years ago the family removed to La Grange; for several years deceased
engaged in the mercantile business, later sold his holdings. He also served this precinct as public weigher for
several terms. [La Grange Journal, November 24, 1938]
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Funeral Services Held For Ernest Knigge
Funeral services were held for Ernest Knigge, age 77, at the family home Thursday afternoon November 17, with
interment in the Cedar Cemetery. Rev. R. Heise was in charge of the services. Mr. Knigge passed away
Wednesday, November 16, after an illness of about five months. He came to this country from Germany at the
age of twelve, with his parents who located in the Bluff community. Later, as a young man, he moved to La
Grange where he entered the hardware business. He served the Precinct as public weigher for a number of years.
He is survived by his widow, two daughters, Mrs. John Balzer of Schulenburg and Mrs. Francis Frierson of
Bristol, Okla; one son, George Knigge of Houston; three sisters, Mrs. R. T. Huettel and Emmie Allison of La
Grange and Mrs. Alice Haygood of Menard; one brother, Fred Knigge of Galveston and eight grandchildren. The
Sticker extends sympathy to the Bereaved family. [Schulenburg Sticker, November 25, 1938]
More About Ernst Knigge, Jr.:
Burial: 17 Nov 1938, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas 91
Marriage Notes for Anna Vogt and Ernst Knigge:
La Grange Journal, Thursday, February 12, 1885
Marriage Licenses
County Clerk Ellenger issued marriage licenses to the following named parties during the month of January:
Ernest Knegge to Anna Vogt
Children of Anna Vogt and Ernst Knigge are:
23 i. Gertrude 10 Knigge, born 31 Jan 1886; died 22 Aug 1893.
More About Gertrude Knigge:
Burial: Abt. 24 Aug 1893, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
+ 24 ii. Christel Maria Knigge, born 24 Dec 1887 in Texas; died 12 Sep 1953 in Weimar, Colorado, TX.
+ 25 iii. George William Knigge, born 18 Jan 1890 in Texas; died 18 Apr 1947 in Houston, Harris, TX.
+ 26 iv. Francis Knigge, born 05 Oct 1897 in Texas; died Jun 1986 in Oklahoma.
7. George Karl 9 Vogt (Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann
August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 92,93,94,95 was born 04 Mar 1868 in Cedar,
Fayette, TX 96,97 , and died 04 Aug 1917 in Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 98 . He married Lina
Nollkamper 99,100,101,102,103 04 Nov 1891 in Fayette County, TX 104 , daughter of Henry Nollkamper and Catharine
Schriever. She was born 14 Oct 1868 in O'Quinn, Fayette, TX 105,106 , and died 27 Jan 1955 in Weimar, Colorado,
TX 107 .
Notes for George Karl Vogt:
George Vogt Dead
It was a distinct shock to this community when the word went out that George Vogt had died Saturday morning
from blood poisoning, following a minor operation in Dallas about four weeks previous. Specialists had been
summoned to his bedside and every thing that skilled physicians and faithful nursing could accomplish was done
without avail. Geo. Vogt was born at Cedar post office, about fourteen miles from Schulenburg, on March 4,
1868. In 1891 he was united in marriage to Lena Nollkemper and of this union five children were born, Olivia,
Robert, Julia, Ruth, and George, Jr., all of whom survive him, together with his faithful wife, his mother, Mrs.
Francis Vogt, of La Grange, who came to Texas in 1846, and is in her 82nd year, yet distinctly remembers the
services attending the demise of the famous Dawson company near Bluff. He is also survived by six brothers and
sisters, Judge E. R. Vogt, of this city; Fritz Vogt, of La Grange; Julius Vogt, who still lives on the old homestead
at Cedar; Mrs. Schroeder, of La Grange; Mrs. Nollkemper, of Swiss Alp; and Mrs. Knigge, of La Grange. To the
writer this is a deep personal loss, as during the few years of our friendship his unfailing good nature has ever
been a source of comfort, his sterling honesty and upright manhood an inspiration. During the eight years he has
been in business in this city his every business transaction has been stamped with the mark of fairness to all. Now
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that his life work has been accomplished and the dark curtain that hides the beautiful beyond from mortal eyes,
has been softly drawn aside for his passage, the sorrowing family and friends can console themselves with the
knowledge that the God above, who supervises our incoming and our outgoing with His infinite wisdom, has
balanced his Book of Life and written across the page those words of boundless meaning "Well done, thou good
and faithful servant." The impressive Masonic service was given Sunday afternoon in the presence of a large
number of friends from all part of the county. The sermon was delivered by Rev. Paul Pieponbrok, and the
Herman Sohns lodge, of which he was a member, assisted. Thus closes a life of unfailing devotion to his family,
of unselfish service and uncompromising integrity toward his fellowman. The sphere in which he grew to
manhood and accomplished his life's work has been the better for having known him and he enters the future life
without fear, secure in the knowledge that what his hand has found to do, has been accomplished to the best of his
knowledge and belief. [The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, August 10, 1917]
More About George Karl Vogt:
Burial: Abt. 06 Aug 1917, City Cemetery, Schulenburg, Fayette, TX
Notes for Lina Nollkamper:
Mrs. George Vogt, Sr. Passes Away
The funeral services for Mrs. George (Lina) Vogt, Sr., age 86 years, will be held from the Schwenke-Baumgarten
Funeral Home, Friday afternoon, January 28, 1955 at 2:30 p.m. Interment will be in the Schulenburg City
Cemetery. Mrs. Vogt passed away in the Youens Hospital early Thursday morning, January 27. Further
particulars will be published in next week's issue of the Sticker. [The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, January 28,
1955]
Mrs. George Vogt, 86, Pioneer Lady Laid To Rest
Funeral services for Mrs. George (Lina) Vogt were held at the Schwenke-Baumgarten Funeral Home on Friday,
January 28 at 2:30 o'clock with reverend Wm. C. Anderson officiating. Interment was in the Schulenburg City
Cemetery. The deceased was born at O'Quinn (Fayette County), Texas on October 14, 1868, as the daughter of
the late Henry and Katherine Nollkamper. She was married to George Vogt on November 4, 1891 and two sons
and three daughters were born to this union. Her husband preceded her in death in 1917, also a daughter, Olivia
in 1919. Mrs. Vogt suffered a stroke on August 14 and was a patient in the Youens Hospital at Weimar where
she passed away on Thursday, January 27 at 4:15 in the morning. She had reached the age of 86 years, 3 months,
and 13 days. She was a member of the St. Paul Evangelical and Reformed Church. She was loved and respected
by all who knew her, a devoted mother and grandmother. She was very alert and showed a deep interest in the
activities of the community. Crocheting and flower culture were her hobbies. The pallbearers were Ray Kusey,
Lee Prause, Gus Knape, Leslie Lippman, Alfred Olle, and Rudolph Roeder. She is survived by the following
children: Robert Vogt, Mrs. Fritz (Julia) Michalke, Mrs. Hugo (Ruth) Stanzel, all of Schulenburg, and George
Vogt of Weimar, four grandsons and three great-granddaughters, also, one sister, Mrs. E. R. Vogt of this city.
[The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, February 4, 1955]
More About Lina Nollkamper:
Burial: 28 Jan 1955, City Cemetery, Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 107
Children of George Vogt and Lina Nollkamper are:
27 i. Olivia Frieda 10 Vogt 108,109,110,111 , born 04 Oct 1893 in Texas 112 ; died 04 Mar 1919 in Fayette Co.,
TX 113,114 .
Notes for Olivia Frieda Vogt:
ONE MORE WAS NEEDED
Death Loves Ever The Shining Mark - Miss Vogt
Monday night the news came from Schulenburg that Miss Olivia Vogt aged twenty-six years, daughter of
Mrs. Geo. Vogt had been claimed by the grim reaper. Known here, where she had numerous relatives
and friends, as a sweetly disposed, pure good young woman, her being called hence occasioned much
sorrow. Since the death of her father, Geo. Voght - who passed to his reward in August 1917 - and the
continued illness of her mother, Miss Olivia has mothered her little sisters, her kind ministrations,
unselfish sacrifices for the comfort of those so near and dear to her bound to her more closely the already
strong ties of love and friendship of relative and friend. She became ill last week but the indomitable
energy encouraged, prevented recognition by her of her affliction until the dread influenza had fastened
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its hold, and pneumonia followed to complete the work of destruction. True, we are told that death loves
a shining mark, we see it here exemplified. None knew her but to love her, none loved her but to know
her as she was. Our sincerest sympathy is offered to her saddened mother, her sisters and brother and
other relatives. He who has calmed the stormy waters, and returned a placid sea, should lighten the
sorrow; may He comfort them. [La Grange Journal, March 6, 1919]
More About Olivia Frieda Vogt:
Burial: Abt. 06 Mar 1919, City Cemetery, Schulenburg, Fayette, TX
+ 28 ii. Robert Charles Vogt, born 03 Feb 1897 in Texas; died 23 Dec 1988 in Bexar Co, TX.
+ 29 iii. Lillie Julia Auguste Vogt, born 05 Aug 1901 in Swiss Alp, Fayette, TX; died 23 Jun 1998 in Weimar,
Colorado, TX.
30 iv. Ruth Anna Hedwig Vogt 115,116,117,118 , born 20 Aug 1906 in Swiss Alp, Fayette, TX 119,120 ; died 19 Mar
1978 in Weimar, Colorado, TX 121,122,123 . She married Hugo Joseph Stanzel 11 May 1951 in
Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 124 ; born 21 Feb 1902 in Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 125,126 ; died 08 May 1970 in
Weimar, Colorado, TX 127,128 .
Notes for Ruth Anna Hedwig Vogt:
Last Rites Held for Mrs. Ruth Stanzel
Mrs. Ruth Vogt Stanzel, 71, of Route 3, Schulenburg, a retired bookkeeper, passed away March 19 at
Youens Memorial Hospital, Weimar, after a lengthy illness. Born on Aug. 20, 1906 at Swiss Alp to
George and Lina Vogt, she married Hugo Stanzel in Schulenburg on May 12, 1951. Mrs. Stanzel was a
member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and the Sons of Hermann Lodge No. 14, Schulenburg. Funeral
services were held at 10:30 a.m. on March 21 from the Schwenke-Baumgarten Funeral Chapel, with Rev.
Walter Simpson officiating. Burial was in Schulenburg City Cemetery. Pallbearers were Jerry Michal,
Pete Petrash, Fehner Frels, Lloyd Goedrich, Robert Pesl, Leslie Lippman, Emil Barton and Billy Bass.
Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Fritz (Julia) Michalke of Schulenburg; two brothers, Robert Vogt of
Schulenburg and George Vogt of Weimar; four nephews and numerous great nieces and nephews. She
was preceded in death by her husband in 1970. [Schulenburg Sticker, Thursday, March 23, 1978]
More About Ruth Anna Hedwig Vogt:
Burial: 21 Mar 1978, City Cemetery, Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 129
Notes for Hugo Joseph Stanzel:
Hugo “Dutch” Stanzel Rites Held May 9
Funeral services for Hugo “Dutch” Stanzel, well-known Schulenburg resident, were held from the
Schwenke-Baumgarten Funeral Chapel Saturday, May 9, at 10:30 a.m. Interment was in Schulenburg
City Cemetery. Mr. Stanzel succumbed May 8 at Youens Hospital, Weimar. Immediate survivors are
his wife, Mrs. Ruth Vogt Stanzel of Schulenburg. More details are not available at this time.
[Schulenburg Sticker, Thursday, May 14, 1970]
Last Rites Held for Hugo Stanzel, 68
Hugo “Dutch” Stanzel, retired Schulenburg area farmer-cattleman, succumbed May 8 in Youens
Memorial Hospital, Weimar, terminating an illness of four months. Funeral services were held from the
Schwenke-Baumgarten Funeral Chapel Saturday, May 9, at 10:30 a.m. Rev. Walter Simpson, pastor of
St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, officiated at the last rites and burial was in Schulenburg City
Cemetery. Pallbearers were members of the Schulenburg Volunteer Fire Department. Mr. Stanzel,
lifetime resident of Schulenburg, was born here Feb. 21, 1902, as the son of the late Ferdinand and
Annie Winkler Stanzel. On May 12, 1951 he was united in marriage to Miss Ruth Vogt in Schulenburg.
He was a retired member of the Schulenburg Volunteer Fire Department and at the time of his passing
had reached the age of 68 years, 2 months and 7 days. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Ruth Stanzel of
Schulenburg and two sisters, Mrs. Ferdinand (Agnes) Seidenberger of Schulenburg and Mrs. Joe (Annie)
Polk of Channelview. [Schulenburg Sticker, Thursday, May 21, 1970]
Card of Thanks
The family of Hugo (Dutch) Stanzel wishes to express their sincere and deep thanks for the many deeds
of kindness, messages of love and cheer rendered Mr. Stanzel during his illness and to his family at his
death. Your thoughtfulness will always be remembered. [Schulenburg Sticker, Thursday, May 21,
1970]
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More About Hugo Joseph Stanzel:
Burial: 09 May 1970, City Cemetery, Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 130
Marriage Notes for Ruth Vogt and Hugo Stanzel:
Vogt – Stanzel Rites Event of Saturday
Miss Ruth Vogt, daughter of Mrs. George Vogt, and Hugo Stanzel were united in marriage in a singlering
ceremony on Saturday, May 11, at 8:00 o’clock. Judge H. R. Clark performed the ceremony. The
bride wore a navy blue dress with navy blue accessories. Witnesses were Mr. and Mrs. Fritz Michalke.
Following a short wedding trip, they are making their home with the bride’s mother. [The Schulenburg
Sticker, Friday, May 18, 1951]
+ 31 v. George Otto Vogt, born 14 Oct 1908 in Swiss Alp, Fayette, TX; died 03 Oct 1984 in Weimar, Colorado,
TX.
8. Fritz 9 Vogt (Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 131,132,133,134,135,136,137 was born 14 Mar 1870 in Fayette
Co., TX 138,139 , and died 10 Jul 1943 in La Grange, Fayette Co., TX 139,140 . He married Hedwig
Sladczyk 141,142,143,144 21 Dec 1892 in Fayette County, TX 144 , daughter of Victor Sladczyk and Rosalie Navrath.
She was born 15 Dec 1871 in Bluff, Fayette Co., TX 145 , and died 09 Mar 1916 in La Grange, Fayette Co., TX 146 .
Notes for Fritz Vogt:
Fritz Vogt For Commissioner Beat No. 1
Submitting his name on the democratic ticket for the nomination to the office of county commissioner for this
precinct, number one, Fritz Vogt asks the democratic voters to favorably consider his candidacy. Everybody
knows the big-hearted, ever-accomodating Fritz Vogt, who spends his idle time doing a good deed for another.
Fritz travels over the county frequently, believes in good roads and a business administration of the county's
affairs. He will make a good commissioner and will devote his time to the duties creditably. He respectfully
solicits your support as well as your vote and will appreciate your endorsement by ballot. [The La Grange
Journal, Thursday, June 24, 1920]
Fritz Vogt
Fritz Vogt, aged 73 years, 3 months and 26 days, died at La Grange, Saturday, July 10; funeral services were held
in the chapel of the Koenig Funeral Home Sunday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock, Rev. Guy B. Duff officiating;
interment was made in the new city cemetery, Koenig Funeral Home in charge. Deceased was born March 14,
1870 in Fayette county and had spent his entire life in the county, he was a son of John Vogt and Mrs. Franciska
(Willrich) Vogt, early settlers of the county, and was reared in what is generally known as the Cedar section.
Mrs. Hedwig (Sladczyk) Vogt, his wife, and one one son, John Vogt, preceded him to the grave. One son, Harry
Vogt, one brother, Julius Vogt of Cedar, and two sisters, Mrs. Fr. Nollkaemper and Mrs. Ernst Knigge survive.
[La Grange Journal, July 15, 1943]
More About Fritz Vogt:
Burial: 11 Jul 1943, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette, TX 147
Notes for Hedwig Sladczyk:
Death of Mrs. Vogt
Thursday night, following an illness of but a few days, Mrs. Hedwig Vogt, wife of Fritz Vogt, died at the family
home on Colorado Street. The untimely death of this good lady has caused many hearts to ache, and the
sympathy of the community is extended to the bereaved husband, the two sons, one a child of two years, and other
relatives. Mrs. Vogt, whose maiden name was Sladczyk, was the daughter of Captain Sladczyk of Bluff and was
loved by her legion of friends. She was married to Fritz Vogt, December 21, 1892. Few knew of her illness, and
her death came as a shock. Everything that mortals could do was done; and as a last resort a hospital surgeon was
requested to come, but reached her too late. Saturday afternoon the remains were laid to their last rest place in the
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new cemetery, and a very large number of relatives and friends being in attendance. The foral tributes were
numerous and beautiful. [La Grange Journal, March 16, 1916]
More About Hedwig Sladczyk:
Burial: 11 Mar 1916, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette, TX 148
Children of Fritz Vogt and Hedwig Sladczyk are:
32 i. John R. 10 Vogt 149,150,151 , born 04 Sep 1893 in Cedar, Fayette, TX 152 ; died 14 Nov 1937 in La Grange,
Fayette Co., TX 153,154 . He married Mozelle Hughes 15 Jan 1936 in San Marcos, Hays, Tx 155 ; born 26
Feb 1906 156 ; died 10 May 1986 in Brazoria Co., TX 157 .
Notes for John R. Vogt:
Johnny Vogt, son of our townsman, Fritz Vogt, came up from Columbus, where he has resided for
several months, holding a position with a law firm as stenographer, last week to accept a similar position
with Bernos & Speckels, the Sam Houston Life Insurance agents. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday,
February 15, 1912]
John Vogt, who holds a lucrative position with a wholesale firm at Waco, came down Wednesday night
is response to a message announcing the illness of his mother. [La Grange Journal, March 16, 1916]
John Vogt
Thursday of last week when the Legion Buddies were carrying out their program of Armistice Day
celebration, Johnny - we know him better by that name - came upon the scene and was slapped on the
back by the buddies, all of whom were glad to greet him and bid him enjoy himself with his old
comrades. Little knew these Buddies, or Johnny that he was walking in the shadow of the scythe and
that he may wander too close. Saturday, in the courthouse, second floor, at the office of John Schroeder
of the Fayette County Abstract Company, Johnny was stricken and immediately lost the power of his
right side, arm, and leg. He was taken to the home of his father, Fritz Vogt, and given every attention;
Sunday morning the contemplated visit to the Legion Hospital at Kerrville was abandoned, his condition
would not permit. He was taken to the La Grange Hospital and every care and attention given. He
joined his former buddies who had traveled down the lane, Sunday night. Johnny Vogt was born near
Cedar in the western section of Fayette county, and was the eldest son of Fritz Vogt; he served during the
world war and after the armistice was signed returned to La Grange where he engaged in business for
several years. He was, for a number of years unable to travel about as was his wont, due to an affliction
to his limb, but with a patience most commendable he carried on and finally overcame the handicap. He
was united in marriage with Mrs. Mozelle Hughes in January 1936, who survives him; his father, Fritz
Vogt and a brother Harry, also survive. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon, with interment at
the new cemetery; services were held at the Koenig Funeral Home by Rev. Guy B. Duff, and with Legion
escort were conveyed to the cemetery. At the grave his Masonic brethren and the Legion Buddies
officiated. [La Grange Journal, November 18, 1937]
More About John R. Vogt:
Burial: 16 Nov 1937, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette, TX 158
Marriage Notes for John Vogt and Mozelle Hughes:
NEWS RECEIVED TUESDAY
Fritz Vogt was advised Tuesday of the marriage of his son, John, to Mrs. Mozelle Golson of Austin. The
occurred at San Marcos, Wednesday of last week. All friends join the Journal in extending
congratulations to John and bride. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, January 23, 1936]
+ 33 ii. Harry Vogt, born 14 Mar 1913 in La Grange, Fayette Co., TX; died 21 Mar 1983 in Sweet Home,
Lavaca, TX.
9. Julius 9 Vogt (Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 159,160,161,162,163 was born 28 Jun 1875 in Fayette Co.,
TX 163,164 , and died 11 Nov 1955 in Fayette Co., TX 164,165 . He married Adele M. Loessin 166,167,168 23 Feb 1909
in Black Jack, Fayette County, TX 169 , daughter of August Loessin. She was born 12 Jan 1883 in Black Jack,
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Fayette, TX 170 , and died 28 Jun 1954 in Pasadena, Harris, TX 170,171 .
Notes for Julius Vogt:
Struck By Falling Tree
Julius Vogt of the old Cedar neighborhood is suffering from the effects of an accident that came near costing him
his life. While busily engaged Monday in felling a large tree on his farm, a cracking sound informed him that the
oak would soon begin to fall. He ceased his labors and stepped out of harm's way, but discovered, to his dismay,
that his little son would, unless hastily removed, be struck. It was while in the act of getting the little fellow away
that the crash came, the tree carrying the father crushingly to the earth. Mr. Vogt was struck on the head,
receiving an ugly wound which partially stunned him. His body and lower right limb were badly bruised.
Medical aid was hastily summoned, and Dr. Knolle, of this city, accompanied by Fritz Vogt, repaired to the scene
of the accident at once. The wound was dressed and the sufferer made as comfortable as possible. Julius is the
youngest of the large family of John (now deceased) and Mrs. Francisca Vogt, old settlers and highly respected
people of the Cedar community, and the last and only remaining member at the old neighborhood. His aged and
widowed mother lives within a stone's throw of his residence. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, February 29,
1912]
Aged Cedar Man Is Interred Sunday
Julius Vogt, life-long resident of the Cedar community near La Grange, passed away at his home Friday. He was
80. Funeral services were held Sunday at 2 p. m. at the Koenig Funeral Home chapel here, with the Rev. F.
Erhard Eilers officiating and interment was made in the Cedar cemetery. Mr. Vogt was born on June 28, 1875,
and on February 24, 1909, was united in marriage with Miss Adela Loessin at Black Jack. Mrs. Vogt passed
away in 1954. He is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Joe Studlar of Carlsbad, N. M., Mrs. Guido Herman of La
Grange, Mrs. Fred Otto of Pasadena, and Mrs.Emil Barton of Schulenburg; one son, Raymond Vogt of La
Grange; and five grand-children. [The Fayette County Record, November 15, 1955]
More About Julius Vogt:
Burial: 13 Nov 1955, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas 172
Notes for Adele M. Loessin:
Adele M. Vogt of La Grange died Monday. Survived by a daughter, Mrs. Fred Otto of Pasadena. Funeral
services and burial in La Grange. Colonial Funera Home, Pasadena. [The Houston Post, Tuesday, June 29,
1954]
Mrs. Julius Vogt Buried Wednesday
Funeral services for Mrs. Adele M. Vogt, 71, lifetime resident of Fayette county, whose death occurred at a
Pasadena hospital, Monday, were held Wednesday from the Koenig Funeral Home chapel here, with the Rev. F.
E. Eilers, of Swiss Alp officiating. Mrs. Vogt was a native of Black Jack where she was born Jan. 12, 1883, the
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. August Loessin. She later married Julius Vogt February 24, 1909 at Black Jack, who
survives. Other survivors are four daughters: Mrs. Joe Studlar of Lubbock, Mrs. Guido Herman of La Grange,
Mrs. Fred Otto of Pasadena, Mrs. Emil Barton of Schulenburg, a son, Raymond Vogt of La Grange; two sisters,
Mrs. Hilda Meyer of Schulenburg, Miss Louise Loessin of La Grange; and a brother Otto Loessin of La Grange.
There are also five grandchildren. Interment was in the Cedar cemetery. [The Fayette County Record, July 2,
1954]
More About Adele M. Loessin:
Burial: 30 Jun 1954, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas 173
Marriage Notes for Julius Vogt and Adele Loessin:
Marriage Licenses
Julius Vogt and Miss Adele Loessin
Julius Vogt and Miss Adele Loessin were happily united in marriage at the home of the bride's parents last
Thursday in the presence of relatives and friends. Our best wishes and congratulations are herewith extended.
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Being a union of members of two of the most prominent families of that section, The Journal can predict nothing
but happiness and unbounded prosperity. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, March 4, 1909]
Children of Julius Vogt and Adele Loessin are:
+ 34 i. Irene Louise 10 Vogt, born 26 May 1910 in O'Quinn, Fayette, TX; died 09 Sep 1988 in Lubbock,
Lubbock Co., TX.
35 ii. Elmae Vogt 174,175 , born 08 May 1912 in O'Quinn, Fayette, TX 176,177 ; died 02 Sep 1987 in Fayette Co.,
TX 178,179,180 . She married Guido August W. Hermann 16 Jul 1947 in New Braumfels, Comal, TX 181 ;
born 08 Oct 1913 in O'Quinn, Fayette, TX 182,183 ; died 08 May 1985 in O'Quinn, Fayette, TX 184,185 .
Notes for Elmae Vogt:
Elmae Hermann Laid to Rest at Black Jack
Mrs. Elmae Hermann of Rt. 3, Box 155, La Grange, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 2 in Fayette
County at the age of 75 years, 3 months, 25 days. Funeral services were held at Koenig-Peel Funeral
Home in La Grange, with Rev. Clements O. Richards of Swiss Alp officiating. Interment was in Black
Jack Cemetery. Pallbearers were David Anders, Steve McGill, Randy Melcher, Jeffrey Otto, Kevin Otto
and Gary Otto. She was born May 8, 1912, in O’Quinn to Julius and Adele (Loessin) Vogt. She married
Guido Hermann in August of 1947 in New Braunfels. A housewife, she was a lifetime resident of
Fayette County. Surviving her are three sisters, Irene Studlar of Lubbock, Bernice Otto of Pasadena and
Elvern Barton of Schulenburg; a brother, Raymond “Bush” Vogt of O’Quinn; and numberous nieces and
nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; and her husband, who died on May 8, 1985.
Koenig-Peel Funeral Home of La Grange was in charge of arrangements. [The Schulenburg Sticker,
Thursday, September 10, 1987]
More About Elmae Vogt:
Burial: Abt. 04 Sep 1987, Black Jack Cemetery, Fayette Co., TX 186
Notes for Guido August W. Hermann:
Guido Hermann Dies
Guido A. Hermann of O’Quinn passed away on Wednesday, May 8 at his residence at Rt. 3, Box 155, La
Grange. He reached the age of 71 years, 7 months, 0 days. Funeral services were held on Friday, May
10 at 3:00 p.m. at the Koenig-Peel Funeral Home in La Grange, with interment in the Black Jack
Cemetery. Officiating was pastor Clements Richards of Swiss Alp United Evangelical Lutheran Church.
He was born on Oct. 8, 1913 in O’Quinn to Richard and Minnie (Loessin) Hermann. He married Elmae
Vogt in New Braunfels. A lifetime resident of O’Quinn, he was a rancher-farmer and a member of the
Lutheran Church. His wife and several nieces and nephews survive him. He was preceded in death by
his parents. Koenig-Peel Funeral Home, Inc. of La Grange was in charge of arrangements. [The
Schulenburg Sticker, Thursday, May 16, 1985]
More About Guido August W. Hermann:
Burial: 10 May 1985, Black Jack Cemetery, Fayette Co., TX 187
+ 36 iii. Lottie Bernice Vogt, born 28 May 1914 in O'Quinn, Fayette, TX; died 02 Aug 1996 in Weimar,
Colorado, TX.
37 iv. Raymond Leslie Vogt 188,189 , born 26 Sep 1915 in O'Quinn, Fayette, TX 190,191 ; died 30 Dec 1989 in
O'Quinn, Fayette, TX 192,193,194 .
Notes for Raymond Leslie Vogt:
Raymond Vogt is Interred at Cedar
Raymond “Bush” Vogt of O’Quinn (Rt. 5, La Grange) expired on Saturday, Dec. 30 at his residence at
the age of 74 years, 3 months, 4 days. Services were held on Tuesday, Jan. 2 at 2:00 p.m. at Koenig-Peel
Funeral Chapel in La Grange, with burial in the Cedar Cemetery. Rev. Clements Richards officiated.
The son of Julius and Adele M. Vogt, he was born Sept. 26, 1915 in O’Quinn. A lifetime residence of
the O’Quinn area, he was a farmer and a member of the United Evangelical Lutheran Church in Swiss
Alp. Surviving him are two sisters, Bernice Otto of Pasadena and Elvern Barton of Schulenburg; and
nieces and nephews. Preceding Mr. Vogt in death were his parents; and two sisters, Irene Studlar in
1988 and El Mae Hermann in 1987. Koenig-Peel Funeral Home Inc. of La Grange was in charge of
arrangements. [The Schulenburg Sticker, Thursday, January 11, 1990]
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More About Raymond Leslie Vogt:
Burial: Abt. 01 Jan 1990, Fayette County, Texas
38 v. Elvern Vogt 195,196,197 , born 30 Oct 1918 in O'Quinn, Fayette, TX 197,198,199 ; died 17 Jul 1999 in Weimar,
Colorado, TX 200,201,202 . She married Emil Barton 203 11 Sep 1948 in Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 204 ; born
11 Oct 1907 in Dubina, Fayette, Texas 205,206,207 ; died 03 Jun 1999 in Victoria, Victoria, TX 208,209,210 .
Notes for Elvern Vogt:
ELVERN VOGT BARTON
SCHULENBURG --Elvern Vogt Barton, 80, of Schulenburg, died Saturday, July 17, 1999. She was
born Oct. 30, 1918, in Oquin, to the late Julius and Adela Loessin Vogt. She was a self-employed
hairdresser and a member of United Church of Christ Church. Preceded in death by: husband, Emil
Barton. Visitation will be 5 p.m. today at Schwenke-Baumgarten Funeral Home chapel. Services will be
10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Paul's United Church of Christ with Mrs. Elizabeth Deterling officiating. Burial
will be at the Weimar Masonic Cemetery. Schwenke-Baumgarten Funeral Home, Schulenburg, (409)
743-4151. Memorials: St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, Schulenburg, TX 78956. [The Victoria
Advocate, July 19, 1999, Page 8A]
Elvern Barton
Elvern Vogt Barton, 80, a resident of Schulenburg Regency Nursing Center, passed away on Saturday,
July 17 at 4:45 p.m. at Colorado-Fayette Medical Center in Weimar after a brief illness. The funeral was
held Tuesday, July 20 at 10 a.m. at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, followed by interment in the
Weimar Masonic Cemetery. Born at O’Quinn on Oct. 30, 1918, she was the daughter of Julius and
Adela (Loessin) Vogt. She attended Cedar School and Alamo Beauty College. On Sept. 11, 1948, she
married Emil Barton. A lifelong resident of Fayette County, she was a beautician. Mrs. Barton was a
member of St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, American Legion Auxiliary and Hermann Sons. Two
nieces and three nephews survive her. Her husband preceded her in death. Schwenke-Baumgarten
Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. [The Schulenburg Sticker, Thursday, July 22, 1999]
More About Elvern Vogt:
Burial: 20 Jul 1999, Weimar Masonic, Weimar, Colorado, TX 211,212
Notes for Emil Barton:
SCHULENBURG -- Emil Barton, 91, of Schulenburg, died Thursday, June 3, 1999.
He was born Oct. 11, 1907, in Dubina, to the late Andrew and Frances Pudich Barton, immigrants from
Czech-Moravia. He attended parochial and public schools in Dubina through sixth grade. He served in
the U.S. Army during World War II and was a quartermaster heavy truck driver in Belgium and Germany
from 1943 to 1945. He received a degree from Blinn Junior College and graduated from Alamo Beauty
College in San Antonio and served for approximately 40 years at the Chat and Curl Beauty Shop in
Schulenburg. He was a member of VFW, American Legion, Sons of Hermann and St. Paul’s United
Church of Christ. Survivors: wife, Elvern Vogt Barton; and 15 nieces and nephews. An American
Legion and VFW memorial service will be 6:30 p.m. today at Schwenke-Baumgarten Funeral chapel.
Services will be 3 p.m. Sunday at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in Schulenburg. Burial will be at
Masonic Cemetery in Weimar. Schwenke-Baumgarten Funeral Home, Schulenburg, (409) 743-4151.
Memorials: St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in Schulenburg. [The Victoria Advocate, June 5, 1999,
Page 7A]
Emil Barton
Emil Barton, 91, died in Victoria at Victoria Regional Hospital on Thursday, June 3. He was born Oct.
11, 1907 in Dubina, the son of Andrew and Frances Pudich Barton of Dubina, immigrants from Czech-
Moravia. He attended parochial and public schools in Dubina through the sixth grade. In the U.S. Army
during World War II, he was a quartermaster heavy truck driver in Belgium and Germany with deliveries
into Iran, Persia and Russia from 1943-45. After the war, he completed a degree from Blinn Junior
College. He married Elvern Vogt on Sept. 11, 1948 in Schulenburg. After graduating from Alamo
Beauty College in San Antonio, Emil joined Elvern for over 40 years in the Chat & Curl Beauty Shop in
Schulenburg. Mr. Barton was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion, sons of
Hermann and St. Paul’s United Church of Christ. He is survived by his wife; a sister-in-law, Martha
Barton of Dubina; and 15 nieces and nephews. Services were held Sunday, June 6 at 3 p.m. from St.
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Paul’s United Church of Christ. Burial was in the Masonic Cemetery in Weimar. Pallbearers were
Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion members. Funeral services were directed by Schwenke-
Baumgarten. American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars Memorial service was held Saturday, June
5 at Schwenke-Baumgarten Funeral Home at 6:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be sent to St. Paul’s
United Church of Christ. [The Schulenburg Sticker, Thursday, June 10, 1999]
More About Emil Barton:
Burial: 06 Jun 1999, Weimar Masonic, Weimar, Colorado, TX 213
Marriage Notes for Elvern Vogt and Emil Barton:
Vogt – Barton Rites Solemnized Saturday
Miss Elvern Vogt, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Julius Vogt, and Emil Barton, son of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew
Barton of Dubina, were united in marriage Saturday, September 11, by Rev. Leo Goertz, in the St. Rose
Rectory. The ceremony took place at 9:00 A.M. Miss Vogt wore a palamino gabardine suit with a white
lace-trimmed blouse and cocoa brown accessories. She wore a corsage of white carnations. Serving as
witnesses were Joe Barton, brother of the groom, and Miss Rose Marie Lemke. Miss Lemke wore a suit
of light brown with accessories in pink and dark brown. Following the ceremony, the couple left for a
honeymoon and upon returning will make Schulenburg their home where Mrs. Barton, who is owner of
the Chat-N-Curl Beauty Shop, will continue to operate this business, and Mr. Barton, who is a veteran of
World War II, will be employed by the county. [The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, September 17, 1948]
Generation No. 3
10. John H. 10 Schroeder (Johanna Margarethe 9 Vogt, Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 214,215,216,217 was
born 13 May 1880 in Cedar, Fayette, TX 217 , and died 31 Dec 1964 in La Grange, Fayette Co., TX 217,218 . He
married Pauline Marie Melcher 219,220 23 May 1901 in La Grange, Fayette Co., TX 221,222,223 , daughter of Fritz
Melcher. She was born 12 Apr 1881 in O'Quinn, Fayette, TX 224 , and died 07 Mar 1953 in La Grange, Fayette
Co., TX 224 .
Notes for John H. Schroeder:
Rites Held Saturday For John Schroeder, Veteran Abstractor
Funeral services for John Schroeder, 84, a veteran of more than 60 years in the abstract and title insurance
business, were held at 3 p.m. Saturday at St. Paul Lutheran church. The Rev. H. T. Flachmeier, assisted by the
Rev. Paul A Grout Jr. of the Travis Street Methodist church, officiated and burial was in the La Grange City
cemetery. Graveside services were under the auspices of the La Grange Masonic lodge. Mr. Schroeder passed
away Thursday morning of a heart attack he suffered Christmas Eve day. Death to the beloved "senior citizen"
came at Fayette Memorial hospital here. He was born May 13, 1880, in the Cedar community, the son of Herman
and Magarethe Vogt Schroeder, and was married here on May 23, 1901, to Miss Pauline Melcher. He was bereft
of his wife on March 7, 1953. Mr. Schroeder was studying in Galveston in 1900 at the time of the storm. He
returned to La Grange to help organize the Fayette County Abstract Co. on October 2, 1902. Mr. Schroeder, who
was in the employ of the company at the time, left briefly in 1909 to work in the State General Land Office in
Austin and for the Lee County Abstract Co. in Giddings. He returned here as manager in 1911, and had been
with the company in that capacity continuously since that time. The firm, which observed its 60th anniversary in
November 1962, has a reputation of possessing complete sets of maps of every survey, showing the location and
size, of every tract of land in Fayette county - - something of which few similar offices in the state can boast. Mr.
Schroeder became a trustee of the La Grange public school board upon the death of George Krengel in about
1918 and served as member, secretary and president of the board at various times until about 1936. It was during
his trusteeship, and while J. R. Peace was superintendent, that the La Grange High school, as used today, was
erected. Mr. Schroeder was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran church in La Grange, belonged to the Masonic
lodge, LaFayette Lodge No. 34 A. F. and A. M., serving a term as master and also serving a term as district
deputy grand master; and a member of the Texas State Historical Society. He was also a member of the Chamber
of Commerce. It was through his efforts and aid to Rev. Oscar Linstrum, a Methodist minister here several years
ago, that the city was able to enlarge the city cemetery by acquiring the property adjacent thereto upon which was
located a colored Methodist church. Mr. Schroeder also was very instrumental in securing the land for the
Masonic hall and soliciting the funds for the erection of the building. The deceased was also known for his
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philanthropy, but he never sought personal recognition for his benevolences. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs.
Frank J. (Marguerite) Willmann; and a sister, Miss Louise Schroeder, both of La Grange. [The Fayette County
Record, January 5, 1965]
More About John H. Schroeder:
Burial: 02 Jan 1965, City Cemetery, La Grange, Fayette Co., TX 225
Notes for Pauline Marie Melcher:
Mrs. John Schroeder Is Claimed By Death
Mrs. Pauline Schroeder, wife of John Schroeder, passed away at the hospital here Saturday morning after a brief
illness. She was 71. Funeral services were held Sunday at 3 p.m. at St. Paul's Lutheran Church with Rev. H. T.
Flachmeier officiating and Koenig Funeral Home directing. Interment was made in the New City Cemetery. Mrs.
Schroeder, nee Melcher, was born at O'Quinn on April 12, 1881, and was united in marriage with Mr. Schroeder
in La Grange on May 23, 1901. She resided in this city ever since their marriage. Mr. Schroeder is owner of the
Fayette County Abstract Co. Her survivors are her husband and one daughter, Mrs. Frank J. (Marguerite)
Willmann of La Grange. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, March 12, 1953]
More About Pauline Marie Melcher:
Burial: 08 Mar 1953, City Cemetery, La Grange, Fayette Co., TX 226
Marriage Notes for John Schroeder and Pauline Melcher:
John Schroeder, in the employ of Brown, Lane & Garwood, and Miss Pauline Melcher, daughter of Fritz Melcher
of O’Quinn, were married at the Kainer Hotel on Thursday night of last week. [La Grange Journal, Thursday,
May 30, 1901]
Children of John Schroeder and Pauline Melcher are:
39 i. Fritz 11 Schroeder, born Private.
40 ii. Marguerite Schroeder 227,228 , born 18 Jan 1904 in La Grange, Fayette, TX 229,230 ; died 26 Apr 1988 in La
Grange, Fayette, TX 231,232,233 . She married Frank J. Willmann 24 May 1931 in Schulenburg, Fayette,
TX 234,235 ; born 21 Mar 1888 in Mason, Mason, TX 236,237 ; died 06 Feb 1976 in La Grange, Fayette,
TX 238,239,240 .
Notes for Marguerite Schroeder:
Luther League Selects The Delegates For Seguin
At a called meeting of the La Grange Luther League, held at the St. Paul Lutheran church last Friday
night, Lee Henry Bollmeyer, Misses Marguerite Schroeder and Robbie Schott were selected as delegates
to attend the annual convention of the State League which is to held at Seguin for three days, August 30-
31 and September 1. Alternates named are Gilbert Koenig and Werner Heise. Through the efforts of the
local league a bulletin board, very attractive, was placed at the front porch of the church, which will give
to all passersby the program ------. The board will be on the porch only temporarily, as arrangements are
now in force to have the board placed in the yard where it may be readily seen. [The La Grange Journal,
Thursday, August 1, 1929]
Services Held for Lifelong La Grange Community Leader
Mrs. Marguerite Willmann, 84, La Grange businesswoman, and civic and church leader, passed away
Tuesday at Fayette Memorial Hospital. Funeral services were held this Thursday at 10 a.m. at the Travis
Street United Methodist Church with the Rev. Larry Robbins officiating. Burial was in the La Grange
City Cemetery. Mrs. Willmann, owner of the Fayette County Abstract Co. for many years, was active in
civic and church organizations. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, life member of
Fayette Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, VFW Auxiliary, Friends of Winedale, American Legion Auxiliary,
La Grange Garden Club, the Historical Society – particularly in the effort of preserving the old jail, and
the Travis Street United Methodist Church and its organizations. A lifetime resident of La Grange, she
was born here Jan. 18, 1904, the daughter of the late John H. and Pauline (Melcher) Schroeder. She was
united in marriage with Frank J. Willmann in 1931 in Schulenburg. Mr. Willmann preceded her in death
in 1976. Only immediate survivors are friends and cousins. Koenig-Peel Funeral Home was in charge of
arrangements. [The Fayette County Record, Friday, April 29, 1988]
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More About Marguerite Schroeder:
Burial: 28 Apr 1988, City Cemetery, La Grange, Fayette Co., TX 241
Notes for Frank J. Willmann:
Willmann Family Holds Annual Reunion Sunday
The reunion of the William Willmann family was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank J. Willmann
here the weekend of July 19 and 20. There were 11 brothers and sisters in this pioneer family, all of
them still living. The reunion is an annual affair. The following were present: Mr. and Mrs. Charles
Willmann of Corsicana; Miss Emma Willmann of Austin; Max Willmann of Blanco; Mr. and Mrs. Ed. F.
Willmann and son of Eastland; Mr. and Mrs. A. N. Howard of Lockhart; Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Willmann
and son , Bill of San Angelo; Mr. and Mrs. Alex Groose and son, Alex Jr. of Mason; Mr. and Mrs. Hugh
Shearer and sons, Hugh Jr. and Donald of Mason; Mr. and Mrs. Sam Willmann of Menard; Mr. and Mrs.
Walter Willmann, son and daughter Douglas and Wanda of Penwell. Also the children of the above: Mr.
and Mrs. Victor Kothman and son and Mr. and Mrs. Wm. R. Groose and son of Mason; Mr. and Mrs.
Sam Willmann Jr. and son of Menard. The following guests also were present: Mr. and Mrs. John
Schroeder, Rev. and Mrs. J. H. E. Willmann and Mr. and Mrs. S. D. Leifeste, all of La Grange. [The La
Grange Journal, Thursday, July 24, 1947]
Willmann Wins with Vogt Stock
Two La Grange natives participated directly and indirectly in a first place winner at the 52nd Annual
Texas Pecan Growers Conference held at New Braunfels July 16-18. The grand champion shelling
pecans were shown by Frank J. Willmann of La Grange. They were Vogt variety, and required 52 nuts
to make a pound. Sixty-three percent of the entry’s total weight was kernel. Willmann’s original native
stock came from a tree growing on the Harry Vogt place. The three day conference, attended by Mr. and
Mrs. Frank Willmann, also featured a Queen’s Pageant and Banquet honoring past presidents of the
Texas Pecan Growers Association. Miss Louan Gideon of Hood County won the Queen’s title. [La
Grange Journal, Thursday, July 26, 1973]
F. J. Willmann, 87, Passes Away Friday
Funeral services for Frank J. Willmann, 87, of La Grange were held Sunday, February 8, at 2:00 P.M. at
the Travis Street United Methodist Church with Rev. Joe Scott officiating. Graveside services, under the
auspices of the Masonic Lodge, were held at the La Grange City Cemetery. Mr. Willmann, a retired
school tax assessor-collector, died last Friday at his home. Born March 21, 1888, in Mason, Texas, he
was a son of William A. and Christina Leifeste Willmann. He was united in marriage to Miss Marguerite
Schroeder on May 24, 1931, in Schulenburg. Mr. Willmann, a World War I veteran, was a member of
the American Legion Post No. 102 and V.F.W. Post No. 5254, was also a member of the AF & AM No.
34 in La Grange. He had resided here since 1931. Surviving are his wife, Marguerite of La Grange; two
sisters, Mrs. Hulda Shearer and Mrs. Alma Grosse, both of Mason; and a brother, Walter Willmann of
Mason. [The La Grange Journal, Monday, February 9, 1976]
More About Frank J. Willmann:
Burial: 08 Feb 1976, City Cemetery, La Grange, Fayette Co., TX 242
Marriage Notes for Marguerite Schroeder and Frank Willmann:
Schroeder – Willmann
Sunday morning Rev. Wieseman united in marriage Miss Marguerite Schroeder, daughter of John
Schroeder of La Grange and Frank J. Willmann also of La Grange. After the ceremony the happy couple
motored to San Antonio and other points for a brief honeymoon after which they will be at home to their
many friends in La Grange. The Sticker joins their many friends in extending congratulations and best
wishes. [The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, May 29, 1931]
Married Sunday
Friends of Miss Marguerite Schroeder and Frank J. Willman were agreeably surprised with an
announcement of their wedding which took place Sunday morning at 9:30 o'clock at the Methodist
parsonage at Schulenburg, Rev. Wm. Weisemann performing the ceremony. The parents of the bride
were the only witnesses. A trip to San Antonio and Mason where Mr. Willmann's parents reside was
taken by the newlyweds. They will reside here. The Journal, proud of the friendship of the young
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couple, adds to the foregoing the pleasure it experiences at witnessing the announcement of their
wedding, and offers its congratulations. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, May 30, 1931]
14. Charles August 10 Vogt (Ernst Rudolph 9 , Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 243,244,245 was born 03 Oct
1887 in Texas, and died 31 Jan 1963 in Colorado Co., TX 246 . He married Stella R. Hoeffert 247,248 29 May 1910
in Fayette County, TX. She was born 1889 in Texas, and died 29 Mar 1971 in Tarrant Co., TX 249 .
Child of Charles Vogt and Stella Hoeffert is:
+ 41 i. Charles August 11 Vogt, Jr., born 11 Oct 1922 in Fayette Co., TX; died 10 Jan 1993 in Tarrant Co., TX.
19. Otto George 10 Vogt (Ernst Rudolph 9 , Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 250,251,252 was born 29 Nov
1902 in Texas 253 , and died Dec 1975 in Dallas, Dallas, TX 253 . He married Evelyn Bruns Private. She was born
Private.
Notes for Otto George Vogt:
Schulenburg Sticker
Friday, June 16, 1922
Elmo Schaefer and Otto Vogt, two A. & M. College Freshmen, returned last Thursday from their year’s study.
They state that it is mighty nice to be home again and have their feet under the old man’s table.
Child of Otto Vogt and Evelyn Bruns is:
+ 42 i. John Carrol 11 Vogt, born Private.
21. Margarethe Laura 10 Nollkamper (Charlotte Sophia 9 Vogt, Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born 24 Oct 1892, and died 23 Apr 1962 in Lavaca Co., TX 254 . She married Ross Gray McMillan 19 Dec 1917
in Colorado Co., TX, son of James McMillan and Florence Whitfield. He was born 11 Sep 1889, and died 01
Sep 1953 in Weimar, Colorado, TX 255 .
Notes for Margarethe Laura Nollkamper:
Mrs. Ross McMillan of Weimar arrived Tuesday to enjoy a brief visit with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. F.
Nollkaemper. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 29, 1923]
More About Margarethe Laura Nollkamper:
Burial: Abt. 26 Apr 1962, Weimar Masonic, Weimar, Colorado, TX
Notes for Ross Gray McMillan:
Ross McMillan, 61, Dies At Weimar
Funeral services for Ross McMillan, 61, veteran business man of Weimar, who Tuesday morning expired
following a heart attack several days prior to that time, were held from the Hubbard Funeral chapel in Weimar at
3:30 p.m. Wednesday. Mr. McMillan had been identified with Weimar for virtually all of his lifetime and had
engaged in the garage and motor company business for several decades. His wife, by whom he is survived, is a
La Grange native, the former Miss Gretchen Nollkamper. Other survivors are a son, Howard Grey; two brothers,
Gilford of Schulenburg and Robert of Weimar. He was a brother-in-law of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Greenshield of this
city. Interment was in the Masonic cemetery at Weimar. [The Fayette County Record, Friday, September 4,
1953]
Heart Stroke Fatal to Ross McMillan, 63; Rites Wednesday
Ross G. McMillan, 63, a popular businessman here the past 34 years, died at 6:50 Tuesday morning, Sept. 1, in
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Youens Hospital, a few minutes after suffering a heart stroke. He had been in the hospital since the previous
Thursday evening, when a milder attack had occurred, and until Tuesday morning had appeared to be steadily
improving. Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at Hubbard Funeral Home, with Rev. Howard
Parshall, pastor of First Baptist church, officiating. Burial was in Weimar Masonic Cemetery. A native of Osage
and lifelong resident of this area, Mrs. McMillan was born Sept. 11, 1889, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Robert
McMillan Sr. He married Miss Gretchen Nollkemper in December, 1917, in the Nollkemper home at Swiss Alp,
and they settled at Weimar. From 1919 until 1929 he and Walter Black operated the McMillan & Black Garage;
after that partnership dissolved, the garage became known as McMillan & Kristek, Adolph Kristek being the new
partner. That business was dissolved in 1950, when Mr. McMillan became manager of Weimar Courts, owned by
his brother, Guilford McMillan of Schulenburg. Mr. McMillan was a member of First Baptist Church and the
Masonic Lodge here. Survivors in addition to his wife are a son,, Howard Gray McMillan of Bay City; two
brothers, Guilford of Schulenburg and Robert, Weimar; and a sister Mrs. Floyd Strong of San Marcos.
Pallbearers at the funeral were Henry Brasher, Walter Black, Ben Holt, John Heger, Grady Shaver, S. J.
Burttschell, Walter Williams and B. B. Braun, Sr. [Weimar Mercury, September 4, 1953]
More About Ross Gray McMillan:
Burial: 02 Sep 1953, Weimar Masonic, Weimar, Colorado, TX
Children of Margarethe Nollkamper and Ross McMillan are:
43 i. Evelyn Marie 11 McMillan, born 01 Jan 1922 in Weimar, Colorado, TX 256,257 ; died 17 Jan 1922 in
Weimar, Colorado, TX 258,259,260 .
Notes for Evelyn Marie McMillan:
Her Visit Ended
Infant Babe Departs on Her Journey To The Other World
Mrs. F. Nollkaemper returned from Weimar Saturday where for the past three weeks she had been with
the family of Ross McMillan, and at the bedside of the little grandchild, Evelyn Marie McMillan. It has
seemed that the joy the first born brings into the home was to have been short lived here. Baby Evelyn
Marie made her debut into this world and into the hearts of the young parents and grandparents as a New
Year's gift, the cup of happiness appeared to have been filled to the brim, but only for a short while. On
Wednesday morning of last week the visit of the infant boss of the home came to an end. The angelic
band hovering near simply stepped in and took the spirit and carried it up to Him who hath said: "Suffer
little children to come unto me for of such is the kingdom of Heaven." Little Evelyn Marie's precious
body was placed into a tiny couch bed and bedded to rest at the Weimar cemetery where many friends
and relatives gathered to sympathize with the sorrowing parents, Wednesday afternoon. Rev. J. W.
Arnspiger, pastor of the Baptist church officiated and consoled the bereaved by his kind words.
Beautiful flowers bedecked the little mound. We regret the loss and offer our sympathy to the young
parents and relatives. The following attended the funeral ceremonies: Fritz Vogt and Miss Louise
Schroeder of La Grange; Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Rosenaur of Flatonia; Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Balzer, Swiss
Alp. [La Grange Journal, January 26, 1922]
From the files of Dorothy Albrecht
McMillan, Evelyn Marie
In Memory
(In the last issue of the Schulenburg Sticker, Guiford McMillan pays the following beautiful tribute to
his little niece, who died in this city a few days ago.--Ed.)
Two little loving hands, two rosy cheeks and two loving eyes that will never see feel or know the sorrows
of this earthly world have been laid to rest forever more. Little Evelyn Marie McMillan was born Jan. 1,
1922, and after just seventeen days as the only child of Ross McMillan and wife, passed quietly out into
that Great Unknown, and was laid to rest in the Masonic Cemetery at Weimar Tuesday afternoon, Jan.
17, 1922. We all loved her, yes, perhaps too well, but there was Another who loved her more, for soon
that precious soul returned unto the One who gave it. It is hard indeed, and only those who have
withstood the great ordeal of giving up their first-born can really know. But we must not look upon her
as lost or very far away, but bow in humble submission to God who has seen fit to move this precious
one to that mysterious realm to take her chamber in the silent halls of death where suffering, sorrow and
parting will be no more. To brother and sister in their sad hour, may God in His infinite wisdom comfort
them as He alone can. GUIFORD McMILLAN [Weimar Mercury, January 27, 1922]
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More About Evelyn Marie McMillan:
Burial: 18 Jan 1922, Masonic Cemetery, Weimar, Colorado, TX 261
+ 44 ii. Howard Gray McMillan, born Private.
22. Anna Lucy 10 Nollkamper (Charlotte Sophia 9 Vogt, Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 262 was born 24
Oct 1899 in Texas 263,264 , and died 21 Jan 1980 in Fayette Co., TX 265,266 . She married Cyrus Earl
Greenshield 267,268,269 28 Nov 1923 in La Grange, Fayette Co., TX 270,271 , son of William Greenshield and Ada
May. He was born 23 Oct 1897 in Engle, Fayette, TX 272,273,274 , and died 29 Jun 1971 in Austin, Travis,
TX 275,276,277 .
Notes for Anna Lucy Nollkamper:
Swimming Party
About twenty of La Grange’s young people came over to the Lake for a swimming party, Sunday afternoon. A
plunge in the cool, inviting water was followed by a delicious repast of sandwiches, cakes and iced tea. At the
close of the meal, a lovely birthday cake, with its yellow candles was brought forth, very much surprising
everyone present. Dr. F. J. Marecic, who was guilty of having on that day passed his thirty-second milestone, cut
the ring while Miss Viola Sladczyk cut the heart, Miss Stella Speckles, the wishbone; Leo Frede, the button; Ted
Lueders the thimble, and Cleo Franke the dime. The crowd then gathered on the banks of the Lake and the time
was gaily passed away in chatting, and watching the moon rise. Ice-cold watermelons were the next on the
program, and it was a late hour when the following departed for their homes: Misses Dela Schneider, Anita
Houslor, Avery Nickle, Stella Speckles, Delta Mevr, Lorena Reichert, Vlasta Chupick, Viola Sladczyk, Lucy
Nollkamper, Ann and Olga Nesrsta; and Mesrs. Erwin Franke, Robt. Wilcox, John Chupick, George Lathtam of
Houston, Ted Lueders, Cleo Franke, George Listek, Leo Frede, Earl Greenshield of Schulenburg, M. de Barbieris
and Dr. F. J. Marecic. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Roensch chaperoned the party. [The Flatonia Argus, July 20, 1922]
La Grange
Mrs. Robt. Peter entertained the Friday Bridge and the Girls’ Bridge club on Wednesday afternoon. Miss Viola
Sladczyk for holding high score and Miss Lillian Sladczyk for success in cutting were presented attractive
souvenirs. Those present were: Miss Jeanette Alexander, Miss Gertrude Alexander, Miss Annette Killough, Miss
Myrta Hermes, Miss Laura Weber, Mrs. Will Morgan, Mrs. Ben C. Diebel, Mrs. J. W. Holloway, Mrs. F.
Koehler, Mrs. Frank Reichert Jr., Mrs. H. R. Clark, Mrs. A. Schlafler, Mrs. Earl Greenshield, Mrs. Edwin Reiss,
Mrs. Ed Mattingly, Mrs. A. V. Smith, Mrs. Clinton Stotz, Mrs. R. Wilcox, Mrs. A. R. Ehlers, Miss Olivia
Schaefer, Mrs. E. A. Scheel, Miss Viola Sladczyk, Miss Lillian Sladczyk, Mrs. A. F. Weber Jr. [The Houston
Post, Saturday, February 13, 1926]
Greenshield
Funeral services for Mrs. Lucy Annie Greenshield of La Grange will be held Wed. January 23, 1980 at 2 p.m. at
the Swiss Alp United Evangelical Lutheran Church with Rev. Brandt Pelphrey officiating. Interment will be in
the La Grange City Cemetery. Mrs. Greenshield passed away Jan. 21, 1980. A lifetime resident of La Grange,
Mrs. Greenshield was born Oct. 23, 1899 to Fritz Nollkemper & Charlotte Vogt. She was married Nov. 28, 1923
to Earl Greenshield, who preceded her in death June 29, 1971. Mrs. Greenshield had been an employee at
Schroeder Drug Store in La Grange, but was a housewife during the more recent years. She was a member of the
United Evangelical Lutheran Church, Swiss Alp where she was an organist for 40 years. Survivors are one
daughter, Mrs. Lottie L. Sneed of San Antonio; two sons, Earl Greenshield, Jr. & Gene Greenshield both of
Houston, and ten grandchildren.[The La Grange Journal, Wednesday, January 23, 1980]
More About Anna Lucy Nollkamper:
Burial: 23 Jan 1980, City Cemetery, La Grange, Fayette, TX 278
Notes for Cyrus Earl Greenshield:
Swimming Party
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About twenty of La Grange’s young people came over to the Lake for a swimming party, Sunday afternoon. A
plunge in the cool, inviting water was followed by a delicious repast of sandwiches, cakes and iced tea. At the
close of the meal, a lovely birthday cake, with its yellow candles was brought forth, very much surprising
everyone present. Dr. F. J. Marecic, who was guilty of having on that day passed his thirty-second milestone, cut
the ring while Miss Viola Sladczyk cut the heart, Miss Stella Speckles, the wishbone; Leo Frede, the button; Ted
Lueders the thimble, and Cleo Franke the dime. The crowd then gathered on the banks of the Lake and the time
was gaily passed away in chatting, and watching the moon rise. Ice-cold watermelons were the next on the
program, and it was a late hour when the following departed for their homes: Misses Dela Schneider, Anita
Houslor, Avery Nickle, Stella Speckles, Delta Mevr, Lorena Reichert, Vlasta Chupick, Viola Sladczyk, Lucy
Nollkamper, Ann and Olga Nesrsta; and Mesrs. Erwin Franke, Robt. Wilcox, John Chupick, George Lathtam of
Houston, Ted Lueders, Cleo Franke, George Listek, Leo Frede, Earl Greenshield of Schulenburg, M. de Barbieris
and Dr. F. J. Marecic. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Roensch chaperoned the party. [The Flatonia Argus, July 20, 1922]
Greenshield Rites Held 0n Thursday
Cyrus Earl Greenshield Sr., well known La Grange resident widely known over much of the country, passed away
unexpectedly in Austin Tuesday while visiting a friend at Brackenridge Hospital. He was 73. The Greenshield
home is at 636 S. Franklin St. La Grange. Funeral services were held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at the United
Evangelical Lutheran Church at Swiss Alp with Rev. Arlyn J. Hausmann officiating. Burial followed in the La
Grange City Cemetery. Mr. Greenshield was a son of W. H. and Ada May Greenshield, and was born at Engle on
Oct. 23, 1897. He was united in marriage Miss Lucy Nollkamper at La Grange on Nov. 28, 1923. A resident of
this area practically all his life, Mr. Greenshield retired several years ago as superintendent of the cotton oil mill
at Schulenburg, of which he was an employee for 32 years. He was also active in the affairs of his church, a
veteran of World War I and member of the American Legion. He is survived by his wife of La Grange; one
daughter, Mrs. Paul (Lottie) Sneed of San Antonio; two sons, C. E. Greenshield Jr. and Gene Greenshield, both of
Houston; a sister, Mrs. Alma Tyler Ramsey of Schulenburg and by 10 grandchildren. Mr. Greenshield remained
at the Koenig Funeral Home chaped until 7 a.m. Thursday. [The Fayette County Record, July 2, 1971]
More About Cyrus Earl Greenshield:
Burial: 01 Jul 1971, City Cemetery, La Grange, Fayette, TX 279
Marriage Notes for Anna Nollkamper and Cyrus Greenshield:
Home Wedding
Wednesday evening at the family residence in the southern part of the city, Rev. A. E. Moebus performed the
ceremony that united in the holy bonds of matrimony, Miss Lucy, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. Nollkaemper and
C. E. Greenshield of Schulenburg. The ceremony was witnessed by relatives of the contracting parties. A
wedding supper was enjoyed after congratulations and good wishes were offered. The young couple left on the
midnight Katy Flyer for Dallas for a few days to enjoy a brief honeymoon, and will return to La Grange at the
weekend, to make their home with Mr. and Mrs. Nollkaemper. Miss Alma Greenshield, sister to the bridegroom
presided at the piano and played the wedding march; Miss Viola Sladczyk was matron of honor and Douglas
Glass of Schulenburg, a personal friend of the groom acted as best man. The bride wore a very pretty gown of
brown charmeuse, and her going-away gown was of blue poiret twill, with hat and shoes to match. The Journal
wishes to add its sincerest good wishes and congratulations to those of the many friends of the happy young
couple. Both are popular young people. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 29, 1923]
In Our Bean Guessing Contest
2586 is the guess made by Mrs. C. E. Greenshield (nee Miss Lucy Nollkemper)
Mrs. Greenshield gets the Four-Burner Perfection Double Chimney Oil Stove
Mohrhusen - Schmidt Company [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 29, 1923]
Children of Anna Nollkamper and Cyrus Greenshield are:
+ 45 i. Cyrus Earl 11 Greenshield, Jr., born 18 Sep 1926 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX; died 12 Feb 2004 in Houston,
Harris, TX.
+ 46 ii. Eugene Everett Greenshield, born 05 Mar 1929 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX; died 17 Sep 1997 in Houston,
Harris, TX.
+ 47 iii. Charlotte Greenshield, born Private.
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24. Christel Maria 10 Knigge (Anna Louise 9 Vogt, Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 280,281,282 was born
24 Dec 1887 in Texas 283 , and died 12 Sep 1953 in Weimar, Colorado, TX 284 . She married John C. Balzer 285,286
21 Jan 1908 in Fayette County, TX. He was born 1886 in Texas, and died 1949.
Notes for Christel Maria Knigge:
Mrs. Balzer Dies At Schulenburg
Funeral services for Mrs. John C. Balzer, 66, past 30 year resident of Schulenburg, whose death occurred
Saturday in a Weimar hospital, were held in Schulenburg Monday, Rev. Wm. C. Anderson officiating. Mrs.
Balzer was a native of Swiss Alp. In 1908, she married John C. Balzer, and the couple moved to La Grange.
Later, they moved to Swiss Alp where Mr. Balzer operated a gin until 1922, when the couple became residents of
Schulenburg. Survivors are: one son, Ralph E. Balzer of Schulenburg; and a daughter [sister], Mrs. A. M.
Frierson of Bristow, Oklahoma. Interment was in the city cemetery at Schulenburg. [Fayette County
Record,Tuesday, September 15, 1953]
More About Christel Maria Knigge:
Burial: 14 Sep 1953, City Cemetery, Schulenberg, Fayette, TX 287
Child of Christel Knigge and John Balzer is:
48 i. Ralph Ernest 11 Balzer, born Private.
25. George William 10 Knigge (Anna Louise 9 Vogt, Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 288,289 was born 18
Jan 1890 in Texas 289 , and died 18 Apr 1947 in Houston, Harris, TX 290,291 . He married (1) Gladys Graham. She
was born 06 Dec 1901 292,293 , and died 13 Jun 1966 in Houston, Harris, TX 294,295,296,297 . He married (2) Elsie
Marie Amberg 298,299,300,301,302 18 Sep 1912 in Fayette County, TX, daughter of Otto Amberg and Agnes Prause.
She was born 20 Sep 1891 in Texas 303,304,305 , and died 17 Feb 1982 in Harris Co., TX 305,306 .
Notes for George William Knigge:
George Knigge Improving
Mrs. Ernst Knigge, called to Houston last week to see her son George, seriously ill at the Baptist Sanitarium from
typhoid fever, has informed her husband, the father, that George's condition is greatly improved. For a while it
seemed as though George's life hung by a slender thread, and unceasing vigil failed to produce a change that gave
hope, but the message received Tuesday was very gratifying. We sincerely trust the improvement shown will
continue. [La Grange Journal, January 26, 1922]
George William Knigge, 57, of 1012 Fisher, died 3:50 p.m. Friday in a Houston hospital. Survivors: Widow,
Mrs. Gladys Knigge, sons, George, Julius and John Knigge; daughters, Miss Overil Knigge, Miss Loroine
Knigge, one grandchild, all of Houston; sisters, Mrs. Francis Furguson, Bristol, Okla., Mrs. Crystal Balzar,
Schulenburg; mother, Mrs. Anna Knigge, Schulenburg. Services 2:30 p.m. Sunday in Schulenburg. Burial
Schulenburg. Heights funeral home. [The Houston Post, Sunday, April 20, 1947]
Funeral Rites Held For George Knigge
Funeral services were held Sunday for George Knigge of Houston, who died there Friday. Services were held at
the home of his sister, Mrs. John C. Balzer at Schulenburg, and interment was in the Cedar Cemetery. The
deceased was the son of Mrs. Ernest Knigge. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, April 24, 1947]
George Knigge Dies In Houston
George Knigge, age 57 years, passed away in a Houston hospital on Friday, April 18, 1047 at 3:00 p.m. Death
resulted from a heart attack. He had been in ill health for about 5 years. Mr. Knigge was born at Swiss Alp on
January 18, 1880, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Knigge. He has been residing in Houston for a number of
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years. Funeral services were held from the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Balzer on Sunday afternoon at 2:30 p.m.,
Rev. Emingholz of Weimar officiating. Interment was in the Cedar Cemetery. Surviving are his widow and five
children, namely: George, Julius, John and Misses A. and Lorraine Knigge, all of Houston; his mother, Mrs. Anna
Knigge of Schulenburg; two sisters: Mrs. John Balzer of Schulenburg and Mrs. Frances Frierson of Barstow,
Oklahoma. [Schulenburg Sticker, April 25, 1947]
More About George William Knigge:
Burial: 20 Apr 1947, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas 307,308
Notes for Gladys Graham:
THE HOUSTON POST
TUESDAY, JUNE 14, 1966
KNIGGE
Mrs. Gladys Graham Knigge, 64, of 866 Fisher entered into rest Monday. Resident of Houston 32 years. She
was a registered nurse employed at Heights Hospital approximately 10 years, then for the 19 years was employed
as office nurse in Dr. Lucas office. Survivors; daughters, Mrs. Sally Schmidt of Houston; Mrs. Avelli Dalitz,
Acapulco, Mexico; sons, John G. Knigge, Julius Knigge, both of Houston. Sisters, Mrs. Maude Wing, Mrs.
Blanche Dewberry, both of Houston, Mrs. Marie Bennett, Dallas, Mrs. Cynthia Alsup, Mrs. Miriam Howard, both
of Houston; brothers, David Graham, Houston; William H. Graham of Pt. Sulphur, La.; Lawrence Graham of
Cleveland, Texas. Several nieces and nephews; 7 grandchildren. Services 10:30 AM Wednesday. Pat H. Foley
Chapel of The Garden. Rev. Jack W. Shoultz officiating. Graveside services and interment 3 PM Wednesday at
Cedar Cemetery in La Grange, Texas. Pat H. Foley & Co. Chapel of the Gardens, 1200 West 34th Northwest.
UNderwood 9-6261.
THE FAYETTE COUNTY RECORD
JUNE 17, 1966
Mrs. Knigge Rites Held Wednesday
Graveside services for Mrs. Gladys Graham Knigge, 64, were held at the Cedar cemetery near La Grange
Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clock. The Rev. Jack W. Shoultz of Houston officiated. Prior services were held in
Houston Wednesday morning. Mrs. Knigge, widow of the late George Knigge, expired in Houston, Monday.
She was a registered nurse, having worked in a Houston hospital and for the past 16 years was office nurse for a
Houston doctor. Surviving are two daughters, Sally Schmidt of Houston and Mrs. Aveill Dalitz of Acapulco,
Mexico; one son, John G. Knigge and one step-son, Julius Knigge, both of Houston; five sisters, Mrs. Maude
Winf., Mrs. Blanche Dewberry, Mrs. Cynthelia Alsup, Mrs. Mariam Howard, all of Houston, and Mrs. Marie
Bennett of Dallas; three brothers, David Graham of Houston, William H. Graham of Port Sulphur, La. and
Lawrence Graham of' Cleveland; and seven grandchildren.
More About Gladys Graham:
Burial: 15 Jun 1966, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas 309,310
Notes for Elsie Marie Amberg:
Accidently Cut
Mrs. Elsie Knigge visited her son Julius, and wife at Houston, Sunday. Mrs. Knigge is in a hospital, suffering
from a knife wound, due to an accident that happened last Wednesday evening. While working at Weingarten’s
Lunch Room, she was accidently stabbed, as an employee, passing her, held a butcher knife under his arm. She
was taken to a hospital where she is rapidly recovering. [La Grange Journal, Thursday, December 1, 1938]
Marriage Notes for George Knigge and Elsie Amberg:
Knigge - Amberg
There was a pretty little home wedding last evening at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Otto L. Amberg, when their
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daughter, Miss Else Marie, became the bride of Mr. George Knigge, a La Grange boy, but now of Galveston.
None but relatives of the immediate families were present, and the ceremony, performed by the Rev. Heise of the
Lutheran church, was all the more impressive for its simplicity. The Journal joins their many friends in sincere
congratulations and good wishes for their future. The newly married couple left last evening on the Katy flyer,
and will be at home in Galveston after the 25th. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, September 19, 1912]
LaGrange
Wednesday evening at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Otto Amberg, Miss Elsie Amberg and
George Knigge were united in marriage, the Rev. Mr. Heise of the Lutheran church officiating. The couple left
on the Katy flyer for Galveston to make that place their home. [Houston Daily Post, Sunday, September 22,
1912]
Children of George Knigge and Gladys Graham are:
+ 49 i. Averill Marie 11 Knigge, born 14 Nov 1924 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX; died 28 Jan 1988.
+ 50 ii. John Graham Knigge, born 17 Jul 1926 in Dallas, Dallas Co, TX; died 29 Dec 1992 in Houston, Harris,
TX.
+ 51 iii. Gladys Lorraine Knigge, born Private.
Children of George Knigge and Elsie Amberg are:
+ 52 i. Julius Amberg 11 Knigge, Sr., born 28 Jun 1913; died 24 Oct 1984 in Harris Co., TX.
+ 53 ii. George Ernst Knigge, born 1916 in Texas; died 17 Sep 1955 in Houston, Harris, TX.
26. Francis 10 Knigge (Anna Louise 9 Vogt, Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 311,312,313,314 was born 05
Oct 1897 in Texas 315,316 , and died Jun 1986 in Oklahoma 316 . She married (1) Mr. Ferguson. He died Unknown.
She married (2) Ambrose M. Frierson 317 03 Mar 1920 in Fayette County, TX 318 . He was born 10 Dec 1894 in
Texas 319,320 , and died Jul 1975 in Oklahoma 320 .
Marriage Notes for Francis Knigge and Ambrose Frierson:
The La Grange Journal
Thursday, March 4, 1920
Home Wedding
Rev. Jesse Yelvington of Smithville performed the ceremony Wednesday evening which united in marriage, Miss
Francis Knigge, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ernst Knigge and Ambrose Frierson of near West Point, the ceremony
being performed at the parental home of the bride and witnessed by immediate relatives of the contracting parties
only. After a short luncheon the young couple boarded the Katy passenger train for San Antonio to enjoy their
honeymoon, and will then return to West Point to make their home. These young people enter upon their
matrimonial journey with the best wishes of a host of friends; Miss Francis being reared here has ever been one of
our popular young ladies, and the bride-groom, recently returned from over sea service, stands well in his
community as a honorable, hard-working young man. Our congratulations are offered.
Children of Francis Knigge and Ambrose Frierson are:
54 i. Monty Lon 11 Frierson 321 , born 1929 in Oklahoma 321 ; died 1990.
55 ii. Marjorie Frierson, born Private.
28. Robert Charles 10 Vogt (George Karl 9 , Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 322,323,324,325 was born 03
Feb 1897 in Texas 326,327 , and died 23 Dec 1988 in Bexar Co, TX 328,329 . He married Emma Olle 21 Jun 1936 in
Fayette County, TX 330 , daughter of Otta Olle. She was born 11 Jul 1899 331 , and died 18 Jan 1997 in Harris Co.,
TX 332,333 .
Notes for Emma Olle:
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Tour Eden Home at New Braunfels
On May 7, fourteen ladies and Rev. Walter Simpson of St. Paul’s United Church of Christ toured and visited with
the residents of Eden Home in New Braunfels. This home for senior citizens is supported by the churches of
South Central Conference. Ladies making the trip were Mesdames Annie Brown, Gus Balzer, Arthur
Winkelman, Robert Vogt, Isabel Getschmann, Elsie Schmidt, Annie Schulz, Viola Lorfing, Gene LaBrose, Leo
Jahn, Beno Nierlich, Clara Steinmann, Fritz Prilop and Lloid Henderson. [Schulenburg Sticker, Thursday, May
14, 1970]
Marriage Notes for Robert Vogt and Emma Olle:
Courthouse News - Marriages
Robert Charlie Vogt and Miss Emmie Olle. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, June 25, 1936]
Vogt – Olle Nuptials Sunday
At an impressive ceremony Sunday at high noon the marriage of Miss Emma Olle, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Otta
Olle of Flatonia, and Robert Vogt, son of Mrs. George Vogt of Schulenburg, was solemnized. Rev. E.
McDonald, of the First Methodist Church of Flatonia, read the marriage vows in the presence of immediate
relatives and close friends of the couple. Miss Stella Bittner sang “I Love You Truly” accompanied on the piano
by Mrs. Dora McCall, who also rendered the “Bridal Chorus” from Lohengrin and the Mendelsohn “Wedding
March”. The couple pledged their troth before a beautifully improvised altar in the living room, outlined against
a setting of coral vine and Woodwardia fern in tall floral baskets. Lighted tapers in tall bronze candlebra
illuminated the altar space during the ceremony. The bride wore an informal two-piece frock of British tan
embroidered lace with accessories of white. Her shoulder corsage was of white carnations. Following the
ceremony, a dinner was served and immediately afterwards the couple left on a wedding trip to Dallas to attend
the Texas Centennial Exposition. Upon their return they will make their home in Schulenburg. The bride is a
popular Flatonia girl and for the past several years has been in the employee of the Alexander Grocery Company
in La Grange. She is a very talented young lady and was extensively entertained with a number of bridge parties
and showers preceeding her marriage. Mr. Vogt, “Bob” as he is known to his many friends here, is a young man
of admirable traits. He is known and liked by a large circle of friends here. He is an employee of the State
Highway Department. The Sticker extends congratulations. [The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, June 26, 1936]
Children of Robert Vogt and Emma Olle are:
+ 56 i. James Robert 11 Vogt, born Private.
+ 57 ii. Gene Edward Vogt, born Private.
29. Lillie Julia Auguste 10 Vogt (George Karl 9 , Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 334,335,336 was born 05 Aug
1901 in Swiss Alp, Fayette, TX 337 , and died 23 Jun 1998 in Weimar, Colorado, TX 338,339 . She married (1)
William G. Harmon. He died Unknown. She married (2) Fritz Albert Michalke 340 31 Dec 1935 in
Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 341 , son of Ferdinand Michalke and Marie Krisco. He was born 21 Apr 1892 in Osage,
Colorado, TX 342 , and died 31 Jan 1983 in Hallettsville, Lavaca, TX 343,344 .
Notes for Lillie Julia Auguste Vogt:
Julia Michalke
Julia Vogt Michalke, a resident of Schulenburg Regency Nursing Center, passed away at Colorado-Fayette
Medical Center on Tuesday, June 23 at age 96 years, 10 months, 18 days. The funeral was held on Saturday,
June 27 at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, followed by interment in the Schulenburg City Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Steve Luchak, Alfred “Buddy” Michalke, Edward Michalke, Eugene Michalke, Mark Michalke
and Tony Haveland. Born at Swiss Alp on Aug. 5, 1901, she was the daughter of George and Lena (Nolkamper)
Vogt. She attended school in Schulenburg. On Dec. 31, 1935, she married Fritz Michalke in Schulenburg. A
lifetime resident of the Schulenburg area, she worked as a retail clerk and was a member of the United Church of
Christ and American Legion Auxiliary. Three grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and eight great-greatgrandchildren
survive her. Preceding her in death were her husband; a son and daughter-in-law, W. G. and
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Frances Harmon; two brothers, Robert Vogt and George Vogt; and two sisters, Olivia Vogt and Ruth Stanzel.
Schwenke-Baumgarten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. [The Schulenburg Sticker, Thursday, July
9, 1998]
More About Lillie Julia Auguste Vogt:
Burial: 27 Jun 1998, City Cemetery, Schulenberg, Fayette, TX 345
Notes for Fritz Albert Michalke:
Fritz Michalke Funeral Feb. 2
Funeral services for Fritz A. Michalke, age 90, will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 2 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Paul’s
United Church of Christ. The body will lie in state on Wednesday, Feb 2 from 9:15 a.m. until service time.
Interment will be in the Schulenburg City Cemetery. [The Schulenburg Sticker, Thursday, February 3, 1983]
Fritz Michalke Funeral Held
Fritz Albert Michalke of 614 Summit St. in Schulenburg passed away on Monday, Jan 31 at the Stevens
Convalescent Center in Hallettsville at the age of 90 years, 9 months, 10 days after a lengthy illness. Funeral
services were held on Wednesday, Feb 2 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ. Rev. Ernest
Melchert officiated and interment took place in the Schulenburg City Cemetery. Schwenke-Baumgarten Funeral
Chapel was in charge of arrangements. Gilbert Winkler, Walter Roeder, Royce Brauner, Emil Barton, Wilburn
Lass and Leslie Lippman served as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers included Milton Kaase, W. T. Bass, Fritz
Prilop and Edwin Janacek. A prayer service was held on Tuesday, Feb. 1 at 7:30 p.m. at the Schwenke-
Baumgarten Funeral Chapel. He was born on Apr. 21, 1892 at Osage in Colorado County to Ferdinand and
Marie (Krisco) Michalke. He was united in marriage with Julia (Vogt) Harmon on Dec. 31, 1935 in Schulenburg.
Mr. Michalke served in the Armed Forces during World War I. A resident of Fayette County for over 60 years,
he was a member of St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, the American Legion and a social member of the Sons of
Hermann. He was a retired cattle buyer at the time of his death. He is survived by his wife; a son and daughter-inlaw,
William G. and Frances Harmon of La Grange; three sisters, Mrs. Frank (Bertha) Frazier of Bernardo, Mrs.
Ludvig (Emma) Kubenka of Weimar and Mrs. Charles (Mary) Sebesta of Columbus; three grandchildren, Mrs.
Larry (Carole) Fulghum of Casper, Wyoming, Mrs. Jim (Julie) Snow of Aurora, Colorado and Mrs. Bill (Billie)
Wada of Boise, Idaho; nine grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his
parents, three brothers and a sister. [The Schulenburg Sticker, Thursday, February 10, 1983]
More About Fritz Albert Michalke:
Burial: 02 Feb 1983, City Cemetery, Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 346
Marriage Notes for Lillie Vogt and Fritz Michalke:
Fritz Michalke and Mrs. Julia Harmon United in Marriage
The many friends of Mrs. Julia Harmon and Fritz Michalke were pleasantly surprised to learn that they were
united in marriage on last Tuesday evening at about seven-thirty. The wedding took place in the Lutheran
parsonage with Rev. Helm pronouncing the holy vows. The bride, daughter of Mrs. George Vogt, was born and
educated in Schulenburg. She graduated from the Schulenburg Public School and later went to work in Sugar
Land. For the past few years she has made her home here and has been working at the P. B. Department Store.
The groom comes from a good family near Borden and has been employed here by Schwartz Brothers for the past
fourteen years. Witnesses to the wedding were Miss Ruth Vogt, sister if the bride, and Hugo Stanzel. The happy
couple left shortly after the ceremony for San Antonio and other points. The Sticker, in common with their many
friends, offers best wishes for a long and happy wedded life. [The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, January 3, 1936]
Child of Lillie Vogt and Fritz Michalke is:
+ 58 i. William Guy Harmon 11 Michalke, born 08 Jun 1927 in Schulenburg, Fayette, TX; died 23 Feb 1984 in
Austin, Travis, TX.
31. George Otto 10 Vogt (George Karl 9 , Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
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Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 347,348,349 was born 14 Oct
1908 in Swiss Alp, Fayette, TX 350,351,352 , and died 03 Oct 1984 in Weimar, Colorado, TX 353,354,355 . He married
Virginia Ella Winthrop 06 Mar 1936 in Wharton, Wharton, TX 356 , daughter of T. C. Winthrop. She was born
23 Oct 1913, and died 02 Sep 1999 in Colorado Co., TX.
Notes for George Otto Vogt:
George Vogt Dies
George Otto Vogt of 507 West Main in Weimar passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 3 at 11:30 p.m. at Youens
Memorial Hospital in Weimar after a 4-year illness at the age of 75 years, 11 months, 19 days. Funeral services
were held at the St. James Episcopal Church in Hallettsville on Friday, Oct. 5 at 3:00 p.m., with Rev. Ricky L.
Benson officiating and interment in the Hallettsville City Cemetery. Pallbearers were William Tipton, Milton
Booth, F. B. Anderson, Herbert Ulrich, Robert Kalous, Slocum Harvey, James C. Heger, Walter Martin and
Buddy Harris. He was born on Oct. 14, 1908 at Swiss Alp to George and Lina (Nollkamper) Vogt. He attended
Schulenburg High School. On Mar. 6, 1936, he married E. Virginia Winthrop in Wharton. Mr. Vogt was a
retired manager of auto parts department and real estate. Raised in Schulenburg, he also lived in Sugarland from
1939 to 1943 and in Weimar for the past 41 years. Surviving are his wife; a son, Dr. George W. Vogt of
Houston; a sister, Mrs. Julia Michalke of Schulenburg; a brother, Robert Vogt of Schulenburg; and a grandchild,
Andrew Vogt of Houston. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters. Hubbard Funeral Home of
Weimar was in charge of arrangements. In lieu of regular remembrances, the family asked that donations be
made to the church of a charity. [The Schulenburg Sticker, Thursday, October 11, 1984]
More About George Otto Vogt:
Burial: 05 Oct 1984, City Cemetery, Hallettsville, Lavaca Co, TX 357
Marriage Notes for George Vogt and Virginia Winthrop:
Courthouse News - Marriages
George O. Vogt and Miss Ella Virginia Winthrop. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, March 12, 1936]
Popular Schulenburg Man Weds Wharton Girl
Of wide interest was the recent wedding of Miss Virginia Winthrop, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T. C. Winthrop of
Wharton, and George Vogt, son of Mrs. George Vogt of Schulenburg, which was solemnized at the First
Episcopal Church in Wharton on Friday evening, March 6, at 8 o’clock. Rev. Goodrich read the marriage vows
in the presence of the immediate family. Striking simplicity in the decorations lent a note of usual charm to the
occasion. Pedestal baskets holding profuse arrangements of fragrant spring blossoms outlined the altar space
where the bridal party gathered for the pledging of the vows. Miss Blanche Winthrop attended her sister and the
groom was attended by Erwin Gieptner. The bride was attractively gowned in a spring creation of powder blue
crepe with contrasting accessories of eel grey. Her shoulder corsage was fashioned of delicate tinted rosebuds.
Mrs. Vogt is a graduate of the Wharton High School, where she was a favorite among the members of the young
social set. She later attended the State Teachers College in San Marcos where she received her certificate several
years ago. She taught in the public schools near Wharton for several terms and the past session has taught at
Creole, near Ezzel. She is a talented young lady and is known for her sweet and loving personality. Mr. Vogt is
known and admired by his many friends here for his personality and sterling character. He graduated from the
Schulenburg High School with the class of 1929, later going to Sugar Land where he was employed for several
years. He later moved back to this city and assumed part ownership in the Magnolia Service Station here.
Following the ceremony, the young couple left for a brief wedding tour to Galveston, after which they will be at
home to their many friends in our city. The Sticker joins in extending to them congratulations and sincere wishes
for a happy married life. [The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, March 13, 1936]
Child of George Vogt and Virginia Winthrop is:
+ 59 i. George Wilson 11 Vogt, born Private.
33. Harry 10 Vogt (Fritz 9 , Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann
August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 358 was born 14 Mar 1913 in La Grange,
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Fayette Co., TX 359,360,361 , and died 21 Mar 1983 in Sweet Home, Lavaca, TX 362,363 . He married Evelyn Lillian
Sulik. She was born 19 Sep 1915 in Fayette Co., TX 364 , and died 03 Jul 2001.
Notes for Harry Vogt:
Harry Vogt
Celebrating the establishment of a Continental Oil Company bulk plant in La Grange, and the appointment of
Harry Vogt as the company’s first representative here, an installation banquet will be held Thursday night, April
24, at the Lester Hotel, when formal installation ceremonies will be performed by Continental executives before a
large group of local businessmen. Vogt is well-known in La Grange, having been born and reared here. He
received his grade and high school education in the La Grange schools and was graduated from Texas A. & M.
College in 1936 with a degree in marketing and finance. During 1937 and 1938 he was associated with the
Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in Houston and ------------------------------------- with headquarters in Seguin.
For the past three years he has operated his own poultry and egg business in La Grange. He is a member of the
Masonic Order. Among the Continental marketers who will attend the banquet and witness Vogt’s installation as
Continental representative will be Frank Moore, Manager of Sales Promotion and Training, Ponca City, Okla; C.
M. Reed, Division Manager, Houston; Frank Bettie, Ass’t Division Manager, Houston; and K. T. Johnson,
District Supervisor. [La Grange Journal, Thursday, April 24, 1941]
Services Held For Harry Vogt
Memorial services for Harry Vogt, 69, La Grange rancher and businessman, were held Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. at
the First Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Frank McElroy, Jr. officiating. Private graveside services were
conducted Tuesday at 11 a.m. at the La Grange City Cemetery. Mr. Vogt died unexpectedly Monday at Sweet
Home, near Yoakum. A lifetime resident of La Grange, Mr. Vogt was born here on March 14, 1913. He
graduated from Texas A&M University in 1936, was a 32nd degree mason and shriner, and served as an elder and
deacon in the First Presbyterian Church. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Evelyn (Sulik) Vogt of La Grange; two
sons, Dr. Harry Lee Vogt and Dr. Tom Vogt, both of Yoakum; and six grandchildren, Matthew, Jeffery, Amy,
John, Rachel and Laura Beth Vogt, all of Yoakum. Koenig-Peel Funeral Home, Inc. was in charge of
arrangements. In lieu of flowers, the family had requested that memorials be made to the First Presbyterian
Church Memorial Fund. [Fayette County Record, July 24, 1983]
More About Harry Vogt:
Burial: 22 Mar 1983, City Cemetery, La Grange, Fayette, TX 365
More About Evelyn Lillian Sulik:
Burial: Abt. 05 Jul 2001, City Cemetery, La Grange, Fayette, TX
Children of Harry Vogt and Evelyn Sulik are:
+ 60 i. Harry Lee 11 Vogt, born Private.
+ 61 ii. Thomas Arthur Vogt, born Private.
34. Irene Louise 10 Vogt (Julius 9 , Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 ,
Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 366,367 was born 26 May 1910 in
O'Quinn, Fayette, TX, and died 09 Sep 1988 in Lubbock, Lubbock Co., TX 368,369 . She married Joe Studlar Aug
1942, son of Albert Studlar and Anna Hodanek. He was born 10 Nov 1908 in Moulton, Lavaca, TX 370,371 , and
died 03 Mar 1991 in Stillwater, Payne, Oklahoma 372,373 .
Notes for Irene Louise Vogt:
Irene Studlar Last Rites Held
Irene Vogt Studlar of Lubbock, formerly of the O’Quinn community, died Sept. 9 at Lutheran Home in Lubbock
after reaching the age of 78 years, 3 months, and 13 days. The funeral was held Sept. 12 at 2:00 p.m. in the
Koenig-Peel Funeral Home Chapel. The Rev. Robert Lee officiated and burial followed in the Weimar Masonic
Cemetery. Pallbearers were Oscar Strobel, Arthur Strobel, Edwin Berger, Arnold Lath, Herbert Friedrich and
Milton Kaase. Mrs. Studlar is survived by her husband, Joe Studlar of Lubbock; daughter Dr. Gay Lynn Studlar
of Atlanta, Georgia; son and daughter-in-law Dr. Don Studlar and Dr. Susan Studlar, both of Danville, Kentucky;
sisters Bernice Otto of Pasadena and Elvern Barton of Schulenburg; brother Raymond Vogt of O’Quinn; sisters-in-
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law Lillie Stewart of La Grange and Anita Loessin of Eagle Lake; brother-in-law Jerry Studlar and wife of
Gillette; and two grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her sister Elmae Hermann who passed away last
year. Koenig-Peel Funeral Home of La Grange was in charge of the arrangements. [Schulenburg Sticker,
Thursday, September 15, 1988]
More About Irene Louise Vogt:
Burial: 12 Sep 1988, Weimar Masonic, Weimar, Colorado, TX 374
Notes for Joe Studlar:
Joe Studlar
Joe Studlar of 1215 West 10th St. in Stillwater, Okla., died on Sunday, March 3, at Stillwater Medical Center at
the age of 82 years, 3 months, 23 days. A former resident of Lubbock, he was a Moulton native. Services were
held on Friday, March 8, at 2 p.m. at Koenig-Peel Chapel in La Grange, with interment in the Weimar Masonic
Cemetery. The Rev. Robert Lee officiated. He was born Nov. 10, 1908, the son of Albert and Anna (Hodenek)
Studlar, and attended school in Pin Oak. Studlar married Irene Vogt, who preceded him in death in 1988. He
was a veteran of World War II. A resident of Stillwater for the past six months, he was an oil company driller and
a member of Shepherd King Lutheran Church in Lubbock. Survivors include a daughter, Dr. Gay Studlar of
Atlanta, Ga.; a son and daughter-in-law, Dr. Donley T. and Susan Studlar of Stillwater, Okla.; two sisters, Lillie
Mae Stewart of La Grange and Anita Loessin of Eagle Lake; a brother and sister-in-law, Jerry and Mary Edna
Studlar of Hobson; and two grandchildren, Ross and Carl Studlar. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death
by a brother. For those desiring, memorials may be made to St. Paul United Church of Christ. Koenig-Peel
Funeral Home of La Grange handled arrangements. [Schulenburg Sticker, Thursday, March 14, 1991]
More About Joe Studlar:
Burial: 08 Mar 1991, Weimar Masonic, Weimar, Colorado, TX 375
Children of Irene Vogt and Joe Studlar are:
+ 62 i. Donley Trent 11 Studlar, born Private.
63 ii. Gay Lynn Studlar, born Private. She married Thomas K. Haslett Private; born Private.
36. Lottie Bernice 10 Vogt (Julius 9 , Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 ,
Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 376,377 was born 28 May 1914 in
O'Quinn, Fayette, TX 378,379 , and died 02 Aug 1996 in Weimar, Colorado, TX 380,381 . She married Fred Theodore
Otto 06 Apr 1937. He was born 23 Jul 1912, and died 19 Dec 1967 in Pasadena, Harris Co. TX 382,383 .
Notes for Lottie Bernice Vogt:
Bernice L. Otto
Bernice L. Otto, 83, of Schulenburg, formerly of Pasadena, died August 2nd, 1996 in Colorado-Fayette Medical
Center, Weimar. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Aug. 5 in the Koenig-Peel & Strickland Funeral Home
Chapel. Burial will be in the Cedar Cemetery. Mrs. Otto was born May 28, 1914 in the O’Quinn Community, a
daughter of the late Julius and Adele (Loessin) Vogt. She was united in marriage with Fred T. Otto in
Schulenburg in 1936. Mrs. Otto was a retired cafeteria worker with Pasadena Schools and was a member of the
Peace Lutheran Church. Surviving are one daughter: Darlis and her husband Dale Adams of Mineral Wells; two
sons: Darryl Otto and his wife Judy of Houston and Gary Otto and his wife Sandra of Manvel; one sister; Elvern
Barton and her husband Emil of Schulenburg; seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She was
preceded in death by her husband in 1967, a brother Raymond Vogt and two sisters: Elmae Hermann and Irene
Studlar. Memorial contributions made to the Alzheimers Foundation or to the American Diabetes Assn. [Fayette
County Record, August 5, 1996]
More About Lottie Bernice Vogt:
Burial: 05 Aug 1996, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette, TX 384
Notes for Fred Theodore Otto:
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OTTO
Fred Theodore Otto, 55, of 907 East Thomas, Pasadena, died Tuesday. Survivors: Wife, Mrs. Bernice L. Otto;
daughter, Miss Darlis Otto; sons, Gary T. and Darryl Otto, all of Pasadena; sister, Mrs. L. J. (Olivia) Nevle, Mrs.
O. E. (Alice) Baumgart, Mrs. W. A. (Edna) Burch, Mrs. T. A. (Gussie) Burch, all of Houston, Mrs. Margie
Reigel, San Antonio; brother, Harry Otto, Flatonia, Lonnie Otto, Baytown, Elo and Lee Otto, of Houston; three
grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Services time and date are pending will be conducted in the Colonial
Chapel of the Roses with Rev. Lee Mueller, Jr. of the First Lutheran Church, Pasadena officiating. Burial in
Grandview Memorial Cemetery. COLONIAL FUNERAL HOME, GReenwood 2-4337, Pasadena. [The
Houston Post, Thursday, December 21, 1967]
More About Fred Theodore Otto:
Burial: Unknown, Grandview Memorial Cemetery, Harris Co., TX 385
Children of Lottie Vogt and Fred Otto are:
+ 64 i. Darrell Dean 11 Otto, born Private.
+ 65 ii. Gary Todd Otto, born 22 Mar 1942 in Schulenburg, Fayette, TX; died 02 Dec 2006 in Houston, Harris,
TX.
66 iii. Darlis Kay Otto, born Private. She married Dale L. Adams Private; born Private.
Generation No. 4
41. Charles August 11 Vogt, Jr. (Charles August 10 , Ernst Rudolph 9 , Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 386
was born 11 Oct 1922 in Fayette Co., TX 387,388 , and died 10 Jan 1993 in Tarrant Co., TX 389,390 . He married
Dorothy Evelyn Lorenz Private, daughter of Ben Lorenz and Mary Lorenz. She was born Private.
Children of Charles Vogt and Dorothy Lorenz are:
67 i. Carey Wayne 12 Vogt 391,392 , born 05 Nov 1954 in Hallettsville, Lavaca, TX 393,394 ; died 05 Feb 2003 395 .
Notes for Carey Wayne Vogt:
Carey W. Vogt
NIXON – Carey Wayne Vogt, 48, of Nixon, died Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2003. He was born Nov. 5, 1954,
in Hallettsville, to Dorothy Lorenz Vogt of Arlington and the late Charles August Vogt. He was a
musician and a Methodist. Survivors: mother; a brother, Roy Charles Vogt of Fairview, Tenn. Preceded
in death by: father. A memorial service will be 4 p.m. Monday at Epworth United Methodist Church in
Arlington. Finch Funeral Chapel, Stockdale, 830-996-3811 Memorials: donor’s choice. [The Victoria
Advocate, Victoria, Texas, February 9, 2003]
68 ii. Roy Charles Vogt, born Private. He married Joann Mildred Benoit Private; born Private.
42. John Carrol 11 Vogt (Otto George 10 , Ernst Rudolph 9 , Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
He married Virginia Lynn Warren Private. She was born Private.
Children of John Vogt and Virginia Warren are:
69 i. Lara Christine 12 Vogt, born Private.
70 ii. Lisa Kathleen Vogt, born Private. She married Steven A. Hicks Private; born Private.
44. Howard Gray 11 McMillan (Margarethe Laura 10 Nollkamper, Charlotte Sophia 9 Vogt, Franziska Sophie
Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Elizabeth Jean Kahanek Private, daughter of Leon
Kahanek and Beatrice Appelt. She was born Private.
Children of Howard McMillan and Elizabeth Kahanek are:
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+ 71 i. Beatrice Kay 12 McMillan, born Private.
+ 72 ii. Laura Gay McMillan, born Private.
45. Cyrus Earl 11 Greenshield, Jr. (Anna Lucy 10 Nollkamper, Charlotte Sophia 9 Vogt, Franziska Sophie
Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 396,397,398 was born 18 Sep 1926 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX 399,400,401,402 , and died 12 Feb
2004 in Houston, Harris, TX 403,404 . He married Grace Martha Stavinoha Private, daughter of Willie Stavinoha
and Charlotte Kubala. She was born Private.
Notes for Cyrus Earl Greenshield, Jr.:
Crash Victims Are Improving
One Ellinger and four La Grange youths, injured when the pick-up truck in which they were riding overturned as
a result of a blowout on the Ellinger highway last Wednesday night about 7:30, were reported to be well on the
road to recovery this week. The party was on the way for a night’s fishing trip to the river. They were:
Earl Greenshield, who sustained cuts on the head and compression of the brain, as well as internal injuries but no
broken bones. He was reported to be showing much improvement this week.
Melvin Menking, who sustained a compression fracture of a lower verterbrae [vertebrae], which left him partly
paralyzed. He was taken from the hospital to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Eck Sunday, and was said to be
recovering nicely.
Willie Reichle, driver and owner of the pick-up who received facial cuts, knee and hand injuries and a badly
bruised left jaw, and also lost several teeth.
Arnold Divin was victim of a lacerated nose, bruised right arm and left wrist. His brother, Walter of Ellinger,
suffered shock and minor bruises. Neither was hospitalized. Arnold Divin, who operates the Adamcik Filling
Station on the bluff, gave this account of the mishap:
“We were driving toward Ellinger when suddenly our right front tire blew out and the truck immediately cut over
to the right. Seeing we were heading for the ditch, Walter, Reichle and I braced ourselves. The truck went down
the deep embankment, nosed over and then turned over on the driver’s side. Greenshield and Menking, riding on
the back end, were lying on the highway shoulder, and I was the first one out. Neighbors, who heard the crash
came to our rescue and called for the ambulance."
The truck was towed in by the Brasher Motor Co. wrecker. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, March 13, 1947]
Greenshield
EARL GREENSHIELD was born in La Grange, Texas on September 18, 1926 and went to be with the Lord on
February 12, 2004, after a lengthy illness of 7 1/2 years. He is preceded in death by his Parents, Earl and Lucy
Greenshield, his Brother, Gene Greenshield and Parents-in-law, Willie and Charlotte Stavinoha. He is survived by
his loving Wife, Grace, of 55 years, who cared for him so tenderly, his Daughter: Janis and Husband, Larry
Troutt; Sons: Gary Greenshield and Wife, Nancy, and Jim Greenshield, all of Houston. He is also survived by 8
grandchildren: Eric Marta and Wife, Angel, Angie Marta, Will and Gracie Greenshield, Larry and Sarah Troutt,
Courtney and Kevin Greenshield. He also leaves behind 7 great grandchildren: Darius, Eric, Logan, Chris,
Heather, Daniel and Billy. Earl was a wonderful Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather and Friend. In
spite of his poor health he enjoyed life to the fullest. Earl served his Country honorably in the U.S. Army Air
Corp. during WW II and the Korean conflict. He retired after 28 years with American National Insurance
Company. He was a faithful member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, the St. Charles Men's Club, and
was also a member of the Knights of Columbus #2917 where he worked with the kitchen crew for 40 years. Earl
was also a lifetime member of the V.F.W. Post 581, and was an active member of the Clark Park Senior Club
which he enjoyed immensely. The family will receive friends on Sunday, February 15, 2004 from 4-9 p.m. with a
Rosary being recited at 7:00 p.m. at Earthman North Chapel. The Funeral Mass will be held at 9:30a.m. on
Monday, February 16, 2004 at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church located at 501 Tidwell Rd., Houston, TX
77022 with Rev. Nicholas Harding officiating. Interment will follow in Resthaven Cemetery with V.F.W. Military
Honors. Pallbearers will be: Will Greenshield, Larry Troutt, Dennis Kallus, Leslie Clifton, Mike Stavinoha, and
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Richard Sneed. [The Houston Chronicle, 2004]
More About Cyrus Earl Greenshield, Jr.:
Burial: 16 Feb 2004, Resthaven Cemetery, Houston, Harris Co., TX 405
Children of Cyrus Greenshield and Grace Stavinoha are:
+ 73 i. Gary Earl 12 Greenshield, born Private.
+ 74 ii. Janis Gail Greenshield, born Private.
+ 75 iii. James Michael Greenshield, born Private.
46. Eugene Everett 11 Greenshield (Anna Lucy 10 Nollkamper, Charlotte Sophia 9 Vogt, Franziska Sophie
Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 406,407 was born 05 Mar 1929 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX 408,409,410,411 , and died 17 Sep
1997 in Houston, Harris, TX 412,413,414 . He married Betty Lou Deison Private, daughter of Raymond Deison and
Helen Kirk. She was born Private.
Notes for Eugene Everett Greenshield:
TLC Opens Football Season on Saturday
Seguin. – Texas Lutheran College Bulldogs will open the 1949 grid season against East Texas Baptist College at
Marshall on Sept. 24. This marks the beginning of senior college competition on the gridiron for the Bulldogs.
Gene Greenshield, La Grange, is one of the 14 returning lettermen on this year’s squad. He has earned two letters
at guard the past two seasons. Prospects are better than at any time in the history of football at TLC as far as
material is concerned, but on the other hand the schedule is the toughest on record. Beside the opening game with
East Texas Baptist the Bulldogs will face such regarded opponents as the university of Corpus Christi, Randolph
AFB, and East Central State College of Ada, Okla., in their eight game schedule. [The La Grange Journal,
Thursday, September 22, 1949]
TLC Bulldogs Open Season on Saturday
Seguin. – Texas Lutheran College Bulldogs make their initial appearance in Seguin Saturday night, Oct. 1 at 8:15
against the Daniel Baker College Hillbillies of Brownwood. This game promises to be a nip-and-tuck battle.
Gene Greenshield of La Grange, star guard on the Bulldog eleven, will see plenty of action in this game. The
second home game will pit the Bulldogs against the powerful Randolph Air Force Base Ramblers Oct. 8. [The La
Grange Journal, Thursday, September 29, 1949]
Greenshield Plays Fine Ball for TLC
Seguin. – Gene Greenshield, former La Grange grid star, played outstanding ball for Texas Lutheran College in
last Saturday night’s 65-0 victory over University of Nueva Leon, Monterrey, Mexico. A junior, Greenshield has
been a starting guard on Bulldogs teams for three seasons. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, October 27, 1949]
TLC Letterman
Seguin. – Gene Greenshield of La Grange has been named a 1949 football letterman for the Texas Lutheran
College Bulldogs by Coach Fritz Lehnhoff. Greenshield, a junior, won previous letters in ’47 and ’48. For his
play this season he received honorable mention on the Little All-American selections. [The La Grange Journal,
Thursday, December 22, 1949]
Greenshield Shines As TLC Shortstop
Seguin. - Gene Greenshield, regular shortstop for the Texas Lutheran College Bulldogs, has been outstanding in
the hitting and fielding department in all TLC games, according to ------- Haugen, sports editor there. "He is also
a capable performer on the mound," Haugen writes. Greenshield played with the Demons here last summer where
he proved his versatility by pitching, fielding and playing third base. In their last game the Bulldogs dropped a
ten-inning battle to Southwestern University by a 7-5 score. They will meet St. Mary's University Rattler nine of
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San Antonio on April 4 in their first game to be played under lights this season. [The La Grange Journal,
Thursday, March 30, 1950]
Greenshield
Eugene Greenshield, age 68, passed away in Houston, Texas, Wednesday, Sept. 17, 1997. He was born in La
Grange, Texas on March 5, 1929. He was employed by Matco Norco in sales. He was a member of Gloria Dei
Lutheran Church and was very active in the church. He was a veteran of the Korean War, having served in the
U.S. Coast Guard. He is survived by his wife, Betty; daughter, Jacki Grimes; sons, Jay Everett Greenshield,
Loren Barry Greenshield, Larry Gene Greenshield; sister, Charlotte Lobasso; brother, Cyrus E. Greenshield, Jr.
and 7 grandchildren. A graveside service will be held Friday at 11:00 a.m. at the Swiss Alp Evangelical Lutheran
Church Cemetery in Fayette County with Rev. Clarence Hagens officiating. A Memorial service will be held
Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church with Rev. John Kieschnick officiating. Memorials may be
sent to Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 18220 Upper Bay Rd., Nassau Bay, Texas 77058. Crowder Funeral Home,
Clear Lake, 11 E. Medical Center Blvd., Webster, Texas 77598, 281-280-9000. [Houston Chronicle, Friday,
September 19, 1997]
More About Eugene Everett Greenshield:
Burial: 19 Sep 1997, Swiss Alp Evangelical Luthern Church Cemetery, Fayette, TX 414
Children of Eugene Greenshield and Betty Deison are:
+ 76 i. Jacki Sue 12 Greenshield, born Private.
+ 77 ii. Jay Everett Greenshield, born Private.
+ 78 iii. Loren Barry Greenshield, born Private.
79 iv. Larry Gene Greenshield, born Private. He married Dorothy Day Private; born Private.
47. Charlotte 11 Greenshield (Anna Lucy 10 Nollkamper, Charlotte Sophia 9 Vogt, Franziska Sophie
Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married (1) Paul Winn Sneed Private, son of E. B. Sneed. He
was born 23 Dec 1925 415 , and died 31 Dec 1988 in Bexar Co, TX 416,417,418 . She married (2) Frank A LoBasso
Private. He was born Private.
Notes for Paul Winn Sneed:
Sneed
LTC Paul W. Sneed, USA (ret.) 63, died December 31, 1988. He was a member of Windcrest United Methodist
Church. Survivors: wife, Charlotte L. Sneed; sons and daughters-in-law, Paul L. and Linda L. Sneed, Thomas E.
Sneed, Richard L. and Bonnie J. Sneed; parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. B. Sneed. Funeral Services will be held at
Windcrest United Methodist Church with Rev. Tom McClung and Rev. Ray Davis officiating. Interment with
Full Military Honors will be held at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery. Contact Sunset Funeral Home for
service time. Visitation will be held Tuesday, January 3, 1989 from 5 to 9 P.M. [San Antonio Express-News,
Monday, January 2, 1989]
More About Paul Winn Sneed:
Burial: Unknown, Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, San Antonio, Bexar, TX 418
Children of Charlotte Greenshield and Paul Sneed are:
+ 80 i. Paul Leslie 12 Sneed, born Private.
+ 81 ii. Thomas Earl Sneed, born Private.
+ 82 iii. Richard Louis Sneed, born Private.
49. Averill Marie 11 Knigge (George William 10 , Anna Louise 9 Vogt, Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born 14 Nov 1924 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX 419 , and died 28 Jan 1988. She married (1) Morris Barnett Dalitz.
He was born 23 Dec 1899 420 , and died 31 Aug 1989 in Las Vegas, Clark Co. NV 420 . She married (2) James
Stewart Private. He was born Private.
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More About Averill Marie Knigge:
Burial: Abt. 30 Jan 1988, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
Child of Averill Knigge and Morris Dalitz is:
+ 83 i. Suzanne 12 Dalitz, born Private.
50. John Graham 11 Knigge (George William 10 , Anna Louise 9 Vogt, Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born 17 Jul 1926 in Dallas, Dallas Co, TX 421,422 , and died 29 Dec 1992 in Houston, Harris, TX 423,424,425 . He
married Shirley Charlotte Archer 14 Dec 1946. She was born 29 Oct 1928 in Brooklyn, Kings, New York 425 ,
and died 20 Jun 2005 in Texas 425 .
Notes for John Graham Knigge:
THE HOUSTON POST
FRIDAY, JANUARY 1, 1993
Knigge
John Graham Knigge, 66, devoted husband, father and brother, passed away Tuesday, December 29, 1992. He
was born in Dallas, Texas, on July 17, 1926, to George Fritz and Gladys Graham Knigge. He was a graduate of
John H. Reagan High School. He served in the Navy during WW II on the U.S.S. Sperry. John was in the
automobile parts business for the past 45 years. He was a member and held various offices in the Houston
Automobile Wholesalers (H.A.W.), Automobile Wholesalers of Texas (A.W.O.T.), Automobile Service Industry
Association (A.S.I.A.) and the Morning Optimist Club. He was preceded in death by both parents, his brothers,
George Ernst and Julius Ambrose Knigge and his sister, Averill K. Stewart. He is survived by his wife of 46
years, Shirley Archer Knigge, son, John Archer Knigge and wife Rebecca; daughters, Daryl K. Page and husband
Wray and Gaye K. Amy and husband Michael; grandchildren, George Page, IV, Heather, Rachel, Karen and
Kathren Knigge; sister, Sally K. Schmidt; many dear nephews, nieces, cousins and countless other friends.
Friends are invited to visitation Friday, January 1, 1993. Services will be held Saturday, January 2, 1993, at
11:30 A.M., in the Chapel at Pat H. Foley. John will be interred at Woodlawn Garden of Memories. In lieu of
flowers, family wishes donations be made to The American Heart Assoc., Gulf Coast Council, P.O. box 20448,
Houston, Texas 77225-0448, 797-1812 or University of Texas, M. D. Anderson Cancer Center, 1515 Holcombe
Blvd., Box #197, Houston, Texas 77030, 792-3450.
More About John Graham Knigge:
Burial: 02 Jan 1993, Woodlawn Garden of Memories, Houston, Harris, TX 426
Children of John Knigge and Shirley Archer are:
+ 84 i. Daryl Diane 12 Knigge, born Private.
+ 85 ii. John Archer Knigge, born Private.
86 iii. Gaye Lynn Knigge, born Private. She married (1) Raymond Edward Durham Private; born Private. She
married (2) Michael Lloyd Amy Private; born Private.
51. Gladys Lorraine 11 Knigge (George William 10 , Anna Louise 9 Vogt, Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Jerry Wayne Schmidt Private, son of Joe Schmidt and Tommy
Cherry. He was born Private.
Child of Gladys Knigge and Jerry Schmidt is:
87 i. Jerry Wayne 12 Schmidt, Jr., born Private.
52. Julius Amberg 11 Knigge, Sr. (George William 10 , Anna Louise 9 Vogt, Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) 427,428 was born 28 Jun 1913 429,430 , and died 24 Oct 1984 in Harris Co., TX 431 . He married (1)
Annie Augusta Battestin 432,433 , daughter of Ivanhoe Battestin and Mary Battestin. She was born 25 Sep 1912 in
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Texas 434,435 , and died 01 Oct 1979 in Harris Co., TX 436,437 . He married (2) Margaret Martin Private. She was
born Private.
Notes for Julius Amberg Knigge, Sr.:
Otto Amberg belongs to the old-timers now, no further doubt at all. A message received from Galveston Saturday
from his son-in-law, announced the youngster's arrival at the home of George Knigge and wife, nee Elsa Amberg,
that morning. We offer our congratulations to all, including the "old folks" from George's side. [The La Grange
Journal, Thursday, July 13, 1913]
Knigge
Capt. Julius A. Knigge, 71, died Wednesday in a local hospital. A 44 year veteran of the Houston Police Dept.
and the Park Police. Capt. Knigge served on the Advisory Board to the President on Law Enforcement. Member
of Park Place Lodge #1172 AF & AM, Scottish Rite Bodies, Sons of Hermann Lodge #7, Life Member of the
Houston Police Officers Assn., Past President of the International Assn. Of Police, Lobbyist in the Legislature for
Police, member of Houston 100 Club, Texas Municipal Police Assn., Farm and Ranch Club, Life Member of the
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, having served on the Trail Ride Committee. Member of the Central
Congregational Church. He was a Veteran of World War II, having served in the Navy. Survivors include his
wife, Margaret; daughter, Marilyn Russell; son, Julius Knigge Jr., sisters, Sally Schmidt and Averill Stewart;
brother, John Knigge; step-children , Carl Minor, Rebecca Weaver, Barbara McDonald and Cynthia Shelton; 14
grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, Central Congregational Church,
Caroline and Holman with Dr. Richard Campbell officiating. Interment at Woodlawn Gardens of Memories.
Graveside services conducted by Park Place Masonic Lodge. Pallbearers include, R. M. Galloway, Vince
Grizaffi, Billy Farris, Vernon Beutel, Zeke Kominczak and J. C. Wingo. Honorary pallbearers will be all
Houston area law enforcement officers. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Central
Congregational Church Memorial Fund, in his memory. WOODLAWN Funeral Home, 1101 Antoine 682-3663
[Houston Post, Friday, October 26, 1984]
More About Julius Amberg Knigge, Sr.:
Burial: 26 Oct 1984, Woodlawn Garden of Memories Cemetery, Houston, Harris Co., TX 438
Notes for Annie Augusta Battestin:
Knigge
Annie A. Knigge, 67, passed away Monday. Member First Evangelical Church, Texas Municipal Police Officers
Association and the Houston Police Officers Wives Association. Survivors: Husband, Julius A. Knigge, Sr.;
daughter, Marilyn Russell; son, Julius A. Knigge, Jr., all of Houston; sister, Lillie Stufflebean, Lake Hills, Texas;
brothers, Wilson Battestin, Charlie Battestin; grandchildren, Wesley Russell, Dora Russell, all of Houston.
Funeral services 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, Chapel of the Garden, with Dr. Richard M. Campbell officiating.
Interment Woodlawn Garden of Memories. Pallbearers: Members of the Park Police. A. J. Burke, Zeke
Kominczak, V. L. Grizzaffi, J. B. Roberts, S. E. Pugh, Bob Galloway. Honorary Pallbearers: Members of the
Couples Class of First Evangelical Church. PAT H. FOLEY & CO., Chapel of the Garden, 1200 West 34 St.,
869-6261. [The Houston Post, Wednesday, October 3, 1979]
More About Annie Augusta Battestin:
Burial: 03 Oct 1979, Woodlawn Garden of Memories Cemetery, Houston, Harris Co., TX 439
Children of Julius Knigge and Annie Battestin are:
+ 88 i. Marilyn Jeanette 12 Knigge, born Private.
89 ii. Julius Amberg Knigge, Jr., born Private. He married Dianne Hunt Private; born Private.
53. George Ernst 11 Knigge (George William 10 , Anna Louise 9 Vogt, Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) 440,441 was born 1916 in Texas 442 , and died 17 Sep 1955 in Houston, Harris, TX 443,444 . He married
Roberta Tillinghist Private. She was born Private.
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Notes for George Ernst Knigge:
George E. Knigge of 9007 Latma Court died 2:15 PM Saturday in a Houston hospital. Born in Galveston. Lived
in Houston more than 20 years. President Automotive Equipment Co. World War II Veteran. Member Lutheran
church, Houston Turnverein. Survivors: Widow, Mrs. Roberta Knigge; daughter, bertie Knigge; mother, Mrs.
Elsie Knigge; brothers, Julius A. Knigge, John G. Knigge; sisters, Miss Sally Knigge, all of Houston, Mrs. Moe
Dalitz, Las Vegas, Nev.; grandmother, Mrs. Otto Amberg, Houston. Services 2 PM Monday Settegast-Kopf
drawing room, the Rev. Ralph Weltge. Settegast-Kopf Co. [Houston Post, Sunday, September 18, 1955]
Child of George Knigge and Roberta Tillinghist is:
90 i. Roberta Marie 12 Knigge, born Private. She married Robert David Avery Private; born Private.
56. James Robert 11 Vogt (Robert Charles 10 , George Karl 9 , Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
Private. He married Georgia Marie Kral Private, daughter of Ernest Kral and Annie Simper. She was born
Private.
Children of James Vogt and Georgia Kral are:
91 i. Terrance Robert 12 Vogt, born Private. He married Randa Schafer Private; born Private.
+ 92 ii. Duane Edward Vogt, born Private.
+ 93 iii. Dana Lynn Vogt, born Private.
57. Gene Edward 11 Vogt (Robert Charles 10 , George Karl 9 , Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
Private. He married Eileen Frances Long Private. She was born Private.
Children of Gene Vogt and Eileen Long are:
94 i. Robert Thomas 12 Vogt, born Private.
95 ii. John Charles Vogt, born Private.
96 iii. Ryan Edward Vogt, born Private.
58. William Guy Harmon 11 Michalke (Lillie Julia Auguste 10 Vogt, George Karl 9 , Franziska Sophie
Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 08 Jun 1927 in Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 445 , and died 23 Feb 1984 in Austin,
Travis, TX 446,447,448 . He married Frances Nell Rudder 449 16 Apr 1949 in Odessa, Ector, TX 449,450 , daughter of
Joe Rudder and Nellie Greebon. She was born 12 Nov 1923 in Eden, Concho, TX 451 , and died 19 Feb 1992 in
LaGrange, Fayette, TX 451 .
Notes for William Guy Harmon Michalke:
Austin American-Statesman
Saturday, February 25, 1984
DEATHS
Harmon, William Guy, Jr., 56, of La Grange died Thursday. (Wilke-Amey-Clay)
The Fayette County Record
Tuesday, February 28, 1984
Harmon
William G. (Fuzz) Harmon, 56, of 610 S. College St. died Thursday in Holy Cross Hospital in Austin. Memorial
services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Schwenke-Baumgarten Funeral Home in Schulenberg with the Rev.
Duane G. Contois officiating. The body was taken for cremation. Mr. Harmon was born in Schulenburg on June
8, 1927, the son of William G. and Julia (Vogt) Harmon. He was reared by his stepfather, Fritz Michalke, and his
mother, Julia Michalke. He was united in marriage with Frances Rudder on April 16, 1949 in Odessa. He was
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the owner of Intermountain Bit and Supply in Casper, Wym. After semi-retiring he and Mrs. Harmon moved to
La Grange and have resided here for about two years. During World War II he served in the SeeBees. He was a
member of the VFW. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Frances Harmon of La Grange; his mother, Mrs. Julia
Michalke of Schulenburg; three daughters, Carol Fulghum of Casper, Wyo., Julie Snow of Aurora, Colo., and
Billie Ruth Traver of Boise, Idaho; and 10 grandchildren. The family requests that memorials may be made to
the American Cancer Society.
More About William Guy Harmon Michalke:
Burial: 26 Feb 1984, City Cemetery, Schulenberg, Fayette, TX 452
Notes for Frances Nell Rudder:
The Fayette County Record
Tuesday, February 25, 1992
Harmon
Memorial services for Frances Nell Harmon, 68, of 610 S. College were held Monday at 10 a.m. at Sergeant
Memorial Funeral Home Chapel. The Rev. Newton Cox officiated. Mrs. Harmon passed away Wednesday, Feb.
19, at her residence. Born in Eden Nov. 12, 1923, she was the daughter of the late Joe and Nellie (Greebon)
Rudder. She was united in marriage with William G. “Fuzz” Harmon on April 16, 1949 in Odessa. Formerly of
Casper, Wyoming, she resided in La Grange since 1981. Surviving are three daughters, Carole Fulghum and Julie
Snow of Aurora, Colorado, and Billie Traver of Idaho City, Idaho; two sisters, Bessie Bownds of Odessa and
Emma Barnard of Clyde; one brother, Earl Rudder of Alpine; her mother-in-law, Julie Michalke of Schulenburg;
11 grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband.
Children of William Michalke and Frances Rudder are:
+ 97 i. Carole Sue 12 Michalke, born Private.
+ 98 ii. Julia Nell Michalke, born Private.
+ 99 iii. Billie Ruth Harmon Michalke, born Private.
59. George Wilson 11 Vogt (George Otto 10 , George Karl 9 , Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
Private. He married Carol Linda Phillips Private, daughter of Travis Phillips and Kathern Whitmore. She was
born Private.
Child of George Vogt and Carol Phillips is:
100 i. Andrea 12 Vogt, born Private.
60. Harry Lee 11 Vogt (Harry 10 , Fritz 9 , Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He
married Dorothy Jean Roitsch Private, daughter of Harvey Roitsch and Evelyn Hassler. She was born Private.
Children of Harry Vogt and Dorothy Roitsch are:
+ 101 i. Jeffrey Lee 12 Vogt, born Private.
102 ii. Amy Christine Vogt, born Private.
61. Thomas Arthur 11 Vogt (Harry 10 , Fritz 9 , Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He
married Connie Gail Warnken Private, daughter of Manfred Warnken and Mildred Reichle. She was born
Private.
Children of Thomas Vogt and Connie Warnken are:
103 i. John Andrew 12 Vogt, born Private.
104 ii. Rachel Anne Vogt, born Private.
105 iii. Laura Beth Vogt, born Private.
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62. Donley Trent 11 Studlar (Irene Louise 10 Vogt, Julius 9 , Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
Private. He married Susan Moyle Private. She was born Private.
Children of Donley Studlar and Susan Moyle are:
106 i. Carlton Foxwell 12 Studlar, born Private.
107 ii. Ross Wood Studlar, born Private.
64. Darrell Dean 11 Otto (Lottie Bernice 10 Vogt, Julius 9 , Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
He married (1) Elnora Cantella Private. She was born Private. He married (2) Judith Anne Pryor Private,
daughter of Frank Pryor and Ella White. She was born Private.
Child of Darrell Otto and Elnora Cantella is:
+ 108 i. Darren Scott 12 Otto, born Private.
65. Gary Todd 11 Otto (Lottie Bernice 10 Vogt, Julius 9 , Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 453 was born 22
Mar 1942 in Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 453,454 , and died 02 Dec 2006 in Houston, Harris, TX 455,456 . He married (1)
Severin JoAnn Jones Private. She was born Private. He married (2) Sandra Isabel Watson Private. She was
born Private.
Notes for Gary Todd Otto:
GARY TODD OTTO, 64, of Manvel, passed away December 2, 2006. Visitation will be Monday, December 4,
2006, from 6:00 PM 8:00 PM, Scott Funeral Home Chapel. Service Tuesday, December 5, 2006 at 10:00 AM
from Scott Funeral Home Chapel. Graveside service and burial 4:00 PM in Black Jack Springs Cemetery,
LaGrange, Texas. Arrangements under the direction of the Scott Family 1421 E. Highway 6, Alvin, Texas 77511
(281) 585-1000. [Houston Chronicle, December 4, 2006]
Otto
Gary Todd Otto, 64, died Saturday, Dec. 2 at Methodist Hospital in Houston. Funeral services were held
Tuesday, Dec. 5 at 10 a.m. at Scott Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Rob Harbin officiating. Graveside
service and burial was held Tuesday at 4 p.m. at Black Jack Springs Cemetery in La Grange. He was born March
22, 1942 in Schulenburg and was a Manvel resident for the past 27 years. He was a Lutheran by faith. Survivors
include his wife, Sandra Otto of Manvel; daughters, Regina Lawrence and husband Mark of Phoenix, Ariz.; Kari
Emblem and husband Erik of Waco; and Mindy Otto of The Woodlands; sons, Jeffry Otto and wife Laura of
Rosharon, Kevin Otto of Nederland, and Casey Otto of College Station; sister, Darlis Adams and husband Dale of
Crosby; brother, Darryl Otto and wife Judy of Houston; 10 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his
parents, Theodore Fred and Bernice (Vogt) Otto. Memorials should be made to the American Heart Association,
PO Box 15186, Austin, Tx. 78761 or Black Jack Cemetery Association. Scott Family Funeral Home of Alvin
was in charge of arrangements. [Fayette County Record, Friday, December 8, 2006]
More About Gary Todd Otto:
Burial: 05 Dec 2006, Black Jack Cemetery, Fayette Co., TX 457,458
Children of Gary Otto and Severin Jones are:
+ 109 i. Jeffry Todd 12 Otto, born Private.
+ 110 ii. Kari Renee Otto, born Private.
111 iii. Kevin Rydell Otto, born Private.
Children of Gary Otto and Sandra Watson are:
+ 112 i. Regina Christine 12 Otto, born Private.
113 ii. Mindy Dyan Otto, born Private. She married Van M. Baker Private; born Private.
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114 iii. Casey Alan Otto, born Private.
Generation No. 5
71. Beatrice Kay 12 McMillan (Howard Gray 11 , Margarethe Laura 10 Nollkamper, Charlotte Sophia 9 Vogt,
Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Michael James Steinocher Private, son of
Leon Steinocher and Annie Graham. He was born Private.
Child of Beatrice McMillan and Michael Steinocher is:
115 i. Garet Ross 13 Steinocher, born Private.
72. Laura Gay 12 McMillan (Howard Gray 11 , Margarethe Laura 10 Nollkamper, Charlotte Sophia 9 Vogt,
Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Richmond Davis O'Neill Private, son of
William O'Neill and Rubye Gilmore. He was born Private.
Child of Laura McMillan and Richmond O'Neill is:
116 i. Casey Michelle 13 O'Neill, born Private.
73. Gary Earl 12 Greenshield (Cyrus Earl 11 , Anna Lucy 10 Nollkamper, Charlotte Sophia 9 Vogt, Franziska
Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Nancy Rebecca Holland Private, daughter of Willard
Holland and Lucille Tomasino. She was born Private.
Children of Gary Greenshield and Nancy Holland are:
117 i. Grace Holland 13 Greenshield, born Private.
118 ii. William Earl Greenshield, born Private.
74. Janis Gail 12 Greenshield (Cyrus Earl 11 , Anna Lucy 10 Nollkamper, Charlotte Sophia 9 Vogt, Franziska
Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Lawrence Allen Troutt, Jr. Private, son of Lawrence
Troutt and Betty McAnally. He was born Private.
Children of Janis Greenshield and Lawrence Troutt are:
119 i. Lawrence Allen 13 Troutt III, born Private.
120 ii. Sarah Greenshield Troutt, born Private.
75. James Michael 12 Greenshield (Cyrus Earl 11 , Anna Lucy 10 Nollkamper, Charlotte Sophia 9 Vogt,
Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Colleen Caye Petty Private, daughter of
Kenneth Petty and Minta Hacker. She was born Private.
Children of James Greenshield and Colleen Petty are:
121 i. Courtney Caye 13 Greenshield, born Private.
122 ii. Kevin Michael Greenshield, born Private.
76. Jacki Sue 12 Greenshield (Eugene Everett 11 , Anna Lucy 10 Nollkamper, Charlotte Sophia 9 Vogt,
Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Roger Dale Grimes Private. He was born
Private.
Children of Jacki Greenshield and Roger Grimes are:
123 i. Sarah Elizabeth 13 Grimes, born Private.
124 ii. David Michael Grimes, born Private.
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125 iii. Evan Christopher Grimes, born Private.
126 iv. Rachel Lauren Grimes, born Private.
77. Jay Everett 12 Greenshield (Eugene Everett 11 , Anna Lucy 10 Nollkamper, Charlotte Sophia 9 Vogt,
Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Jana Smart Private. She was born Private.
Children of Jay Greenshield and Jana Smart are:
127 i. Jessika Leanne 13 Greenshield, born Private.
128 ii. Jodie Linda Greenshield, born Private.
78. Loren Barry 12 Greenshield (Eugene Everett 11 , Anna Lucy 10 Nollkamper, Charlotte Sophia 9 Vogt,
Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Margaret Weed Private, daughter of Thomas
Weed and Kay Dyche. She was born Private.
Children of Loren Greenshield and Margaret Weed are:
129 i. Katrina 13 Greenshield, born Private.
130 ii. Jessica Greenshield, born Private.
80. Paul Leslie 12 Sneed (Charlotte 11 Greenshield, Anna Lucy 10 Nollkamper, Charlotte Sophia 9 Vogt,
Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Linda Louis Nary Private. She was born
Private.
Child of Paul Sneed and Linda Nary is:
131 i. Amy Louisa 13 Sneed, born Private.
81. Thomas Earl 12 Sneed (Charlotte 11 Greenshield, Anna Lucy 10 Nollkamper, Charlotte Sophia 9 Vogt,
Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Sarah Jean Buckles Private. She was born
Private.
Child of Thomas Sneed and Sarah Buckles is:
132 i. Amanda Jean 13 Sneed, born Private.
82. Richard Louis 12 Sneed (Charlotte 11 Greenshield, Anna Lucy 10 Nollkamper, Charlotte Sophia 9 Vogt,
Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Bonnie Jo Borshay Private. She was born
Private.
Children of Richard Sneed and Bonnie Borshay are:
133 i. Andrew Joseph 13 Sneed, born Private.
134 ii. Shannon Elizabeth Sneed, born Private.
83. Suzanne 12 Dalitz (Averill Marie 11 Knigge, George William 10 , Anna Louise 9 Vogt, Franziska Sophie
Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married (1) Monty Blair Private. He was born Private. She
married (2) David Jack Brown Private. He was born Private.
Children of Suzanne Dalitz and David Brown are:
135 i. Christopher Barnett 13 Brown, born Private.
136 ii. Chelsea Averil Brown, born Private.
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84. Daryl Diane 12 Knigge (John Graham 11 , George William 10 , Anna Louise 9 Vogt, Franziska Sophie
Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married George Wray Page III Private, son of George Page and
Hilda Renfrow. He was born Private.
Child of Daryl Knigge and George Page is:
137 i. George Wray 13 Page IV, born Private.
85. John Archer 12 Knigge (John Graham 11 , George William 10 , Anna Louise 9 Vogt, Franziska Sophie
Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married (1) Jennifer Lynn Whiting Private. She was born
Private. He married (2) Linda Gayle Will Private, daughter of Clement Will and Mary Cantu. She was born
Private. He married (3) Rebecca Anne Brown Private. She was born Private.
Children of John Knigge and Jennifer Whiting are:
+ 138 i. Rachel Lene' 13 Knigge, born Private.
139 ii. Heather Rene' Knigge, born Private. She married David E. Stephenson Private; born Private.
Children of John Knigge and Rebecca Brown are:
140 i. Kathren Lee 13 Knigge, born Private.
141 ii. Karen Elizabeth Knigge, born Private.
142 iii. Joshua Graham Knigge, born Private.
88. Marilyn Jeanette 12 Knigge (Julius Amberg 11 , George William 10 , Anna Louise 9 Vogt, Franziska Sophie
Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married James Wesley Russell, Jr. Private, son of James Wesley
Russell, Sr.. He was born Private.
Children of Marilyn Knigge and James Russell are:
+ 143 i. James Wesley 13 Russell III, born Private.
+ 144 ii. Dora Ann Russell, born Private.
92. Duane Edward 12 Vogt (James Robert 11 , Robert Charles 10 , George Karl 9 , Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Barbara Jean Tarver Private, daughter of Norman Tarver and Ivey
Warren. She was born Private.
Child of Duane Vogt and Barbara Tarver is:
145 i. Allison Grace 13 Vogt, born Private.
93. Dana Lynn 12 Vogt (James Robert 11 , Robert Charles 10 , George Karl 9 , Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Richard Leroy Rosenthal, Jr. Private, son of Richard Rosenthal
and Doylene Byrd. He was born Private.
Child of Dana Vogt and Richard Rosenthal is:
146 i. Kristen Marie 13 Rosenthal, born Private.
97. Carole Sue 12 Michalke (William Guy Harmon 11 , Lillie Julia Auguste 10 Vogt, George Karl 9 , Franziska
Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Larry Fulghum Private. He was born Private.
Child of Carole Michalke and Larry Fulghum is:
147 i. Leslie Kathryn 13 Fulghum, born Private.
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98. Julia Nell 12 Michalke (William Guy Harmon 11 , Lillie Julia Auguste 10 Vogt, George Karl 9 , Franziska
Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married (1) Jack Ott Private. He was born Private. She married
(2) Jim Snow Private. He was born Private.
Child of Julia Michalke and Jack Ott is:
148 i. Thomas Guy O'Neal 13 Ott, born Private.
Child of Julia Michalke and Jim Snow is:
149 i. Amber 13 Snow, born Private.
99. Billie Ruth Harmon 12 Michalke (William Guy Harmon 11 , Lillie Julia Auguste 10 Vogt, George Karl 9 ,
Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married (1) Bill Wada Private. He was born Private.
She married (2) Robert Traver Private. He was born Private.
Children of Billie Michalke and Robert Traver are:
150 i. Jodie 13 Traver, born Private.
151 ii. Jessica Traver, born Private.
152 iii. Robert James Traver, born Private.
153 iv. Jamie Guy Traver, born Private.
154 v. Jennifer Dawn Traver, born Private.
101. Jeffrey Lee 12 Vogt (Harry Lee 11 , Harry 10 , Fritz 9 , Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
He married Hilary Christine Hudler Private, daughter of Howard Hudler and Janis Battenfield. She was born
Private.
Child of Jeffrey Vogt and Hilary Hudler is:
155 i. Hannah Leigh 13 Vogt, born Private.
108. Darren Scott 12 Otto (Darrell Dean 11 , Lottie Bernice 10 Vogt, Julius 9 , Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Katherine Laura Crain Private. She was born Private.
Children of Darren Otto and Katherine Crain are:
156 i. Connor Katherine 13 Otto, born Private.
157 ii. Hale Robinson Otto, born Private.
158 iii. Emory Elizabeth Otto, born Private.
109. Jeffry Todd 12 Otto (Gary Todd 11 , Lottie Bernice 10 Vogt, Julius 9 , Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. He married Laura Kay Johnson Private, daughter of Marvin Johnson and Judy Daspit. She was
born Private.
Children of Jeffry Otto and Laura Johnson are:
159 i. Jarred Todd 13 Otto, born Private.
160 ii. Lindsey Elizabeth Otto, born Private.
161 iii. Tara Nicole Otto, born Private.
110. Kari Renee 12 Otto (Gary Todd 11 , Lottie Bernice 10 Vogt, Julius 9 , Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. She married Erik Steven Emblem, Jr. Private, son of Erik Emblem and Linda Lackey. He was
born Private.
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Children of Kari Otto and Erik Emblem are:
162 i. Seth Erik 13 Emblem, born Private.
163 ii. Kelsey Elizabeth Emblem, born Private.
164 iii. Caleb Ethan Emblem, born Private.
165 iv. Summer Elyse Emblem, born Private.
112. Regina Christine 12 Otto (Gary Todd 11 , Lottie Bernice 10 Vogt, Julius 9 , Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married (1) Mark Anthony Lawrence Private. He was born Private. She
married (2) Mark Steven Helton Private. He was born Private.
Child of Regina Otto and Mark Lawrence is:
166 i. Steele Cornell 13 Lawrence, born Private.
Children of Regina Otto and Mark Helton are:
167 i. Courtney Christine 13 Helton, born Private.
168 ii. Brianna Helen Helton, born Private.
Generation No. 6
138. Rachel Lene' 13 Knigge (John Archer 12 , John Graham 11 , George William 10 , Anna Louise 9 Vogt,
Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Terrence Jeffery Bruce Private. He was
born Private.
Child of Rachel Knigge and Terrence Bruce is:
169 i. Audrey Lynn 14 Bruce, born Private.
143. James Wesley 13 Russell III (Marilyn Jeanette 12 Knigge, Julius Amberg 11 , George William 10 , Anna
Louise 9 Vogt, Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Deborah Gail Smith Private.
She was born Private.
Child of James Russell and Deborah Smith is:
170 i. Thomas Charles 14 Russell, born Private.
144. Dora Ann 13 Russell (Marilyn Jeanette 12 Knigge, Julius Amberg 11 , George William 10 , Anna Louise 9
Vogt, Franziska Sophie Eleonore 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 ,
Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Bryan Thomas West, Sr. Private, son
of Dan West and Jane Wells. He was born Private.
Children of Dora Russell and Bryan West are:
171 i. Bryan Thomas 14 West, Jr., born Private.
172 ii. Brenda Kay West, born Private.
173 iii. James Chandler West, born Private.
Endnotes
1. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 58, Page 13.
2. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 9B.
3. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 5, E. D. 62, Page 13B.
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4. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Black Jack Springs 1, E. D. 41, Page 12A.
5. National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Lyonsville Post Office, Page 131.
6. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Cedar Post Office, Between Halletsville Road and Buckner's Creek, Page 6.
7. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Black Jack Springs 1, E. D. 41, Page 12A.
8. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, May 1, 1931.
9. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Certificate 18277, Fayette Co., TX.
10. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, May 1, 1931.
11. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 58, Page 13.
12. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Black Jack Springs 1, E. D. 41, Page 12A.
13. National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Lyonsville Post Office, Page 131.
14. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Cedar Post Office, Between Halletsville Road and Buckner's Creek, Page 6.
15. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Black Jack Springs 1, E. D. 41, Page 12A.
16. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Certificate 30009, Fayette Co., TX.
17. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, May 1, 1931.
18. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Cedar Post Office, Between Halletsville Road and Buckner's Creek, Page 6.
19. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Black Jack Springs, E. D. 41, Page 13A.
20. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, E. D. 50, Page 8B.
21. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 5, E. D. 61, Page 56.
22. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, April 11, 1918.
23. National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Lyonsville Post Office, Page 131.
24. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Cedar Post Office, Between Halletsville Road and Buckner's Creek, Page 6.
25. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Black Jack Springs, E. D. 41, Page 13A.
26. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, April 11, 1918.
27. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Certificate 16363, Fayette Co., TX.
28. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Black Jack Springs, E. D. 41, Page 13A.
29. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 10A.
30. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, E. D. 52, Page 8B.
31. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, E. D. 50, Page 8B.
32. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 5, E. D. 61, Page 56.
33. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, May 23, 1935.
34. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Black Jack Springs, E. D. 41, Page 13A.
35. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, May 23, 1935.
36. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Certificate 23267, Fayette Co., TX.
37. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, April 11, 1918.
38. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, May 23, 1935.
39. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Black Jack Springs, E. D. 41, Page 13A.
40. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 10A.
41. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, E. D. 52, Page 8B.
42. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, E. D. 50, Page 8B.
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43. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Black Jack Springs, E. D. 41, Page 13A.
44. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, July 28, 1969.
45. Social Security Death Index.
46. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, July 28, 1969.
47. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
48. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, July 28, 1969.
49. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 58, Page 13.
50. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 75, Page 6B.
51. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Schulenburg, E. D. 72, Page 2B.
52. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 69, Page 1A.
53. National Archives and Records Administration, 1860 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Lyonsville Post Office, Page 131.
54. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Cedar Post Office, Between Halletsville Road and Buckner's Creek, Page 6.
55. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Certificate 8240, Fayette Co., TX.
56. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 5, E. D. 164, Page 14.
57. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 75, Page 6B.
58. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Schulenburg, E. D. 72, Page 2B.
59. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 69, Page 1A.
60. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, December 13, 1883.
61. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Certificate 44437, Colorado Co., TX.
62. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 69, Page 1A.
63. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Schulenburg, E. D. 72, Page 2B.
64. Social Security Death Index.
65. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Certificate 21087, Victoria Co., TX.
66. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 58, Page 13.
67. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Cedar Post Office, Between Halletsville Road and Buckner's Creek, Page 6.
68. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, January 6, 1949.
69. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 5, E. D. 164, Page 14.
70. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, February 1, 1940.
71. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, January 6, 1949.
72. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, February 1, 1940.
73. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Flatonia, E. D. 66, Page 5A.
74. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, April 1, 1920.
75. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 58, Page 13.
76. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 9B.
77. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 3, E. D. 50, Page 11A.
78. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Swiss Alp Precinct, E. D. 45, Page 14A.
79. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, E. D. 52, Page 8B.
80. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Cedar Post Office, Between Halletsville Road and Buckner's Creek, Page 6.
81. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Swiss Alp Precinct, E. D. 45, Page 14A.
82. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 3, E. D. 50, Page 11A.
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83. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 9B.
84. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 164, Page 2.
85. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Swiss Alp Precinct, E. D. 45, Page 14A.
86. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, E. D. 52, Page 8B.
87. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 24, 1938.
88. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Swiss Alp Precinct, E. D. 45, Page 14A.
89. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 24, 1938.
90. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Fayette Co., Certificate 50670.
91. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 24, 1938.
92. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 58, Page 13.
93. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 69, Page 8A.
94. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Black Jack Springs 1, E. D. 41, Page 11A.
95. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Cedar Post Office, Between Halletsville Road and Buckner's Creek, Page 6.
96. Schulenburg Sticker. Schulenburg, Fayette County, Texas
97. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Black Jack Springs 1, E. D. 41, Page 11A.
98. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Certificate 22005, Fayette Co., TX.
99. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 5, E. D. 164, Page 14.
100. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 75, Page 1A.
101. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Schulenburg, E. D. 72, Page 2B.
102. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 69, Page 8A.
103. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Black Jack Springs 1, E. D. 41, Page 11A.
104. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, August 10, 1917.
105. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, February 4, 1955.
106. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Black Jack Springs 1, E. D. 41, Page 11A.
107. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, February 4, 1955.
108. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Black Jack Springs 1, E. D. 41, Page 11A.
109. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 69, Page 8A.
110. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, August 10, 1917.
111. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, March 6, 1919.
112. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Black Jack Springs 1, E. D. 41, Page 11A.
113. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, March 6, 1919.
114. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Certificate 9990, Fayette Co., TX.
115. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 69, Page 8A.
116. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 75, Page 1A.
117. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Schulenburg, E. D. 72, Page 2B.
118. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, August 10, 1917.
119. Social Security Death Index.
120. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, March 23, 1978.
121. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
122. Social Security Death Index.
123. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, March 23, 1978.
124. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, May 18, 1951.
125. Social Security Death Index.
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126. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, May 21, 1970.
127. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
128. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, May 21, 1970.
129. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, March 23, 1978.
130. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, May 21, 1970.
131. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, E. D. 58, Page 13.
132. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 2A.
133. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 2, E. D. 52, Page 6B.
134. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 50, Page 3A.
135. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Black Jack Springs, E. D. 41, Page 8A.
136. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, July 15, 1943.
137. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Cedar Post Office, Between Halletsville Road and Buckner's Creek, Page 6.
138. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Black Jack Springs, E. D. 41, Page 8A.
139. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, July 15, 1943.
140. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Certificate 31902, Fayette Co., TX.
141. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 7, E. D. 58, Page 15.
142. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 50, Page 3A.
143. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Black Jack Springs, E. D. 41, Page 8A.
144. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, March 16, 1916.
145. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Black Jack Springs, E. D. 41, Page 8A.
146. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, March 16, 1916.
147. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, July 15, 1943.
148. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, March 16, 1916.
149. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Black Jack Springs, E. D. 41, Page 8A.
150. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 2, E. D. 52, Page 6B.
151. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 18, 1937.
152. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Black Jack Springs, E. D. 41, Page 8A.
153. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 18, 1937.
154. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Certificate 54850, Fayette Co., TX.
155. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, January 23, 1936.
156. Social Security Death Index.
157. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
158. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 18, 1937.
159. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, E. D. 58, Page 13.
160. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 5, E. D. 75, Page 15A.
161. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 5, E. D. 62, Page 1B.
162. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 5, E. D. 62, Page 13B.
163. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Black Jack Springs 1, E. D. 41, Page 12A.
164. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, November 15, 1955.
165. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Certificate 54671, Fayette Co., TX.
166. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 5, E. D. 62, Page 13B.
167. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 5, E. D. 75, Page 15A.
168. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 5, E. D. 62, Page 1B.
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169. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, March 4, 1909.
170. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, July 2, 1954.
171. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Tuesday, June 29, 1954.
172. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, November 15, 1955.
173. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, July 2, 1954.
174. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 5, E. D. 62, Page 1B.
175. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 5, E. D. 75, Page 15A.
176. Social Security Death Index.
177. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, September 10, 1987.
178. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
179. Social Security Death Index.
180. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, September 10, 1987.
181. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, May 16, 1985.
182. Social Security Death Index.
183. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, May 16, 1985.
184. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
185. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, May 16, 1985.
186. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, September 10, 1987.
187. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, May 16, 1985.
188. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 5, E. D. 62, Page 1B.
189. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 5, E. D. 75, Page 15A.
190. Social Security Death Index.
191. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, January 11, 1990.
192. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
193. Social Security Death Index.
194. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, January 11, 1990.
195. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 5, E. D. 62, Page 1B.
196. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 5, E. D. 75, Page 15A.
197. Victoria Advocate, Victoria, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," July 19, 1999.
198. Social Security Death Index.
199. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, July 22, 1999.
200. Victoria Advocate, Victoria, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," July 19, 1999.
201. Social Security Death Index.
202. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, July 22, 1999.
203. Victoria Advocate, Victoria, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," June 5, 1999.
204. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, September 17, 1948.
205. Victoria Advocate, Victoria, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," June 5, 1999.
206. Social Security Death Index.
207. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, June 10, 1999.
208. Victoria Advocate, Victoria, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," June 5, 1999.
209. Social Security Death Index.
210. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, June 10, 1999.
211. Victoria Advocate, Victoria, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," July 19, 1999.
212. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, July 22, 1999.
213. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, June 10, 1999.
214. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, La Grange, E. D. 52, Page 2A.
215. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 2B.
216. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 5, E. D. 61, Page 56.
217. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, Tuesday, January 5, 1965.
218. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
219. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, La Grange, E. D. 52, Page 2A.
220. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 2B.
221. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, March 12, 1953.
222. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, Tuesday, January 5, 1965.
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223. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, May 30, 1901.
224. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, March 12, 1953.
225. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, Tuesday, January 5, 1965.
226. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, March 12, 1953.
227. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, La Grange, E. D. 52, Page 2A.
228. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 2B.
229. Social Security Death Index.
230. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, April 29, 1988.
231. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
232. Social Security Death Index.
233. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, April 29, 1988.
234. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Monday, February 9, 1976; The La
Grange Journal, Thursday, May 31, 1931.
235. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, May 29, 1931.
236. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Monday, February 9, 1976.
237. Social Security Death Index.
238. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Monday, February 9, 1976.
239. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
240. Social Security Death Index.
241. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, April 29, 1988.
242. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Monday, February 9, 1976.
243. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 69, Page 1A.
244. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 75, Page 6B.
245. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Schulenburg, E. D. 72, Page 2A.
246. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Certificate 7663, Colorado Co., TX.
247. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Schulenburg, E. D. 72, Page 2A.
248. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 75, Page 6B.
249. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
250. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 69, Page 1A.
251. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 75, Page 6B.
252. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Schulenburg, E. D. 72, Page 2B.
253. Social Security Death Index.
254. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Certificate 24671, Lavaca Co., TX.
255. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Certificate 44999, Colorado Co., TX.
256. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, January 26, 1922.
257. Weimar Mercury, Weimar, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," The Weimer Mercury, January 27, 1922.
258. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, January 26, 1922.
259. Weimar Mercury, Weimar, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," The Weimer Mercury, January 27, 1922.
260. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Certificate 680, Colorado Co., TX.
261. Weimar Mercury, Weimar, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," The Weimer Mercury, January 27, 1922.
262. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, San Patricio
County, Aransas Pass, E. D. 205, Page 17B.
263. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Wednesday, January 23, 1980.
264. Social Security Death Index.
265. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Wednesday, January 23, 1980.
266. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
267. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Lavaca
County, Precinct 2, E. D. 123, Page 9B.
268. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, San Patricio
County, Aransas Pass, E. D. 205, Page 17B.
269. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, July 2, 1971.
270. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Wednesday, January 23, 1980.
271. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, July 2, 1971.
272. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Lavaca
County, Precinct 2, E. D. 123, Page 9B.
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273. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, July 2, 1971.
274. Social Security Death Index.
275. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Wednesday, January 23, 1980.
276. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, July 2, 1971.
277. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
278. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Wednesday, January 23, 1980.
279. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, July 2, 1971.
280. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Swiss Alp Precinct, E. D. 45, Page 14A.
281. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, La Grange, E. D. 50, Page 4B.
282. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, E. D. 68, Page 3B.
283. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Swiss Alp Precinct, E. D. 45, Page 14A.
284. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Tuesday, September 15, 1953.
285. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, La Grange, E. D. 50, Page 4B.
286. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, E. D. 68, Page 3B.
287. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Tuesday, September 15, 1953.
288. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
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Charles H.
Daffan
1905 - 1936
Hilmar Gustav
Guenther
1885 - 1965
Elise Frederike
Groos
1866 - 1949
Dorothy Elise
Guenther
1912 - 1962
Dora
Clarkson
1887 - 1973
Arthur William
Guenther
1859 - 1931
Marvin F
Stalder
1905 - 1982
Arthur William
Guenther, Jr.
1887 - 1888
Descendants of Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie Willrich
Ernst Otto
Guenther
1888 - 1953
Anna D.
Willrich
1843 - 1946
Imogen Ruth
Ireson
1898 - 1973
Gustav
Groos
1832 - 1895
Cont. p. 384 Margaret C.
Giesecke
Private -
381
Anna F.
Groos
1869 - 1950
Martin Karl
Giesecke
1892 - 1986
Alexandra
Voigt
Private -
Marvin Gaines
Voigt
Private -
Gustav
Giesecke
1865 - 1936
Margaret
Coleman
1897 - 1971
Cynthia Deane
Giesecke
Private -
Gustav Adolph
Groos
1871 - 1872
Cont. p. 383
Alice Partee
Stewart
Private -
Robert Henry
Stewart III
Private -
Cynthia C.
Stewart
Private -
Otto
Groos
1873 - 1903
Cont. p. 382

Cont. p. 381 Wilhelmina
Groos
1875 - 1969
Werner Gustav
Wilkens
1901 - 1967
Patricia
Wilkens
1939 - 1959
Margaret
Wilkens
Private -
Werner F.
Wilkens
1872 - 1926
Margaret
McCullough
1910 - 1967
Michael W.
Wilkens
Private -
Descendants of Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie Willrich
Gustav Julius
Groos
1878 - 1979
Charles W.
Clark
1941 - 1993
Anna D.
Willrich
1843 - 1946
Helen Gaylord
Watlington
1911 - 1987
Carol
Henderson
Private -
Gustav
Groos
1832 - 1895
Charlotte
Groos
1881 - 1965
382
Charles Albert
Clark, Jr.
1910 - 1993
William Groos
Clark
Private -
William Henry
Watlington
1878 - 1937
William Olds
Clark
Private -
Aneita Gaye
Olds
Private -
Friedrich Carl
Groos
1883 -
Unknown
Clarkson
Groos
1908 - 1986
John Swaney
Clark
Private -
Florence
Clarkson
1886 - 1964
Lillian Anita
Clem
1910 - 1999
Cont. p. 386
Cont. p. 385

Cont. p. 381 Romayne Ray
Haggard
- Unknown
S P
Giesecke
Private -
Roger Chilton
Hill II
Private -
Roger C.
Hill III
Private -
Walter G.
Giesecke
1894 - 1969
Jan Landon
Barber
Private -
Descendants of Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie Willrich
Frances V.
Eignus
Private -
Frederick
Giesecke
Private -
Cont. p. 388 Megan Blake
Hill
Private -
Reva Ann
Northrup
Private -
Anna F.
Groos
1869 - 1950
Elizabeth May
Potter
1918 - 1988
Emmie C.
Giesecke
1896 - 1989
Russell L.
Hill
Private -
Betsy Russell
Hill
Private -
Gustav
Giesecke
1865 - 1936
Roger Chilton
Hill
Private -
Laurie Kay
Wagener
Private -
383
Russell Chilton
Hill
1891 - 1975
Carrie L.
Smith
Private -
Cont. p. 387 Stacey Lynn
Hill
Private -
Frances Ann
Hall
Private -
Marian Louisa
Yetman
Private -
Marian L.
Hill
Private -
Robert Gerard
Yetman
Private -
Craig Chilton
Hill
Private -

George Stanley
Gideon III
Private -
Greta Smith
Gideon
Private -
Descendants of Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie Willrich
Ernst Otto
Guenther
1888 - 1953
Cont. p. 381 Margaret Elise
Guenther
Private -
George Stanley
Gideon, Jr.
1944 - 2001
Brandey P.
Nevils
Private -
Martha Ann
Smith
Private -
Michelle Elise
Gideon
Private -
Imogen Ruth
Ireson
1898 - 1973
George Stanley
Gideon
Private -
William G.
Gideon
Private -
Richard Frank
Dubnansky, Jr.
Private -
384
Arthur William
Guenther
1925 - 1999
Charlene
Gideon
Private -
Gretchen S.
Gideon
Private -
James Leslie
Gideon
Private -
Matthew G.
Gideon
Private -
Amy Elizabeth
Rozga
Private -

Gretchen R.
Groos
Private -
Cont. p. 382 Sarah Jane
Connor
1915 - 1984
Fredrich Carl
Groos III
Private -
Peter R.
Broderick
Private -
Martha Grace
Bailey
Private -
Lieschen L.
Groos
Private -
Descendants of Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie Willrich
Friedrich Carl
Groos, Jr.
1911 - 1998
Edward L.
Groos
Private -
Harding C.
McEldowney
Private -
Friedrich Carl
Groos
1883 -
Unknown
Kathryn
Riggan
Private -
April Jane
Cox
Private -
Florence
Clarkson
1886 - 1964
Kristine
Arlitt
Private -
Gustav Julius
Groos IV
Private -
385
Gustav Julius
Groos, Jr.
1913 - 2001
Gustav Julius
Groos III
Private -
Helen W.
Hicks
Private -
William P.
Groos II
Private -
Julia
Penniman
Private -
Sarah Brown
Groos
Private -
William P.
Groos
Private -
Anna P.
Groos
Private -
Monnie M.
Brown
Private -
Julia Talbot
Groos
Private -

Descendants of Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie Willrich
Cont. p. 382 Melinda June
Dawson
Private -
Melinda Tess
Groos
Private -
Clarkson
Groos
1908 - 1986
John Clarkson
Groos
Private -
Lillian Anita
Clem
1910 - 1999
386
Susan Louise
Baltes
1948 - 2005
Cynthia Anna
Groos
Private -
William Ballin
Coleman IV
Private -
William Ballin
Coleman III
Private -
George Read
Coleman
Private -

Descendants of Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie Willrich
Roger Chilton
Hill
Private -
Cont. p. 383 Eric P. C.
Hill
Private -
Kathryn Marie
Hill
Private -
Elizabeth May
Potter
1918 - 1988
Bruce H.
Hill
Private -
Russell Chilton
Hill II
Private -
387
Ellen
Sawtelle
Private -
Sarah E.
Hill
Private -
Christopher C.
Hill
Private -
Thomas E.
Hill
Private -

Descendants of Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie Willrich
Roger Chilton
Hill II
Private -
Cont. p. 383 Landon Chloe
Hill
Private -
388
Jan Landon
Barber
Private -
Carlotta Louise
Hill
Private -

Descendants of Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie Willrich
Generation No. 1
1. Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8 Willrich (Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 1,2,3,4 was born 25 Mar 1843 in Uelzen, Germany 4,5 , and
died 16 Nov 1946 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX 5 . She married Gustav Groos 6,7 28 Sep 1865 in Bluff, Fayette,
TX 8 , son of Karl Groos and Sophie Martin. He was born 10 Jun 1832 in Strass-Ebersbach, Saxony, Germany,
and died 21 Aug 1895 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX 8 .
Notes for Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie Willrich:
San Antonian, 103, Dies; Services Planned Monday
Mrs. Anna Groos, 231 Washington St., a great-great-grandmother, died at her home Saturday. A resident of
Texas for 99 years, she was 103 years of age. Born in Uelzen, Hannover, Germany, March 25, 1843, she came
with her mother to a farm near La Grange, Fayette County, where her father, a political refugee, had preceded
them by a year. Married to Gustav Groos in 1865, she spent a few years in Eagle Rock [Pass]. With that
exception, she had been a resident of San Antonio since her marriage. Her husband died in 1885 [1895]. She is
survived by four daughters, Mrs. Elise Guenther, Mrs. Anna Giesecke, Mrs. Minnie Wilkins and Mrs. Lottie G.
Watlington; a son, Gus J. Groos; 10 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. All of her survivors live in San
Antonio. Private services will be held Monday, 10 a.m., at her home. [San Antonio Express, Sunday, November
17, 1946]
Groos – Private services for Mrs. Anna Groos, of 231 Washington St., will be Monday morning at 10 o’clock at
the home, 231 Washington St., with Rev. Samuel O. Capers officiating. Interment in City Cemetery No. 1 under
the direction of Porter Loring. Please omit flowers. [San Antonio Express, Monday, November 18, 1946]
Mrs. Anna Groos, 103, Dies In San Antonio
Mrs. Anna Groos, 103, of San Antonio, formerly of near La Grange, passed away in San Antonio Saturday, Nov.
16. Funeral services were held at San Antonio the following Monday. Mrs. Groos was a sister of the late Mrs.
Louise Koehler of La Grange. She immigrated from Germany when a girl. Her parents settled in the Bluff
community. Upon her marriage she moved to San Antonio where she continued living until her death. Survivors
include three daughters, Mrs. Elise Guenther, Mrs. Anna Giesecke and Mrs. Minnie Wilkens, all of San Antonio;
and one son, Gus J. Groos of San Antonio. She was an aunt of Arthur Koehler, Mrs. Elise Mensing, Mrs. Anna
Kirsch and Mrs. Heda Gebhardt of La Grange. [ Fayette County Record, Tuesday, November 26, 1946]
More About Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie Willrich:
Burial: 18 Nov 1946, City Cemetery Number 1, San Antonio, Bexar, TX 9
Notes for Gustav Groos:
Death of Gustav Groos
He Passes Away After Two Months Of Illness
A Cerebral Hemorrhage Was The Primary Cause Of Death
A Review Of His Life
After an illness of nearly two months Mr. Gustav Groos died at 5:20 o’clock yesterday afternoon at his residence
on Washington street. Mr. Groos accompanied the T. P. A. excursion to Mexico last June. He returned about the
latter part of the month and on the way home was stricken with a cerebral hemorrhage, a blood vessel over the
brain bursting, allowing blood to rest on the brain. He was brought home in a serious condition and ever since
has been confined to his bed. Everything that medical skill and careful nursing could do has been done, but
without effect. About a week ago Mr. Groos became delirious and last Saturday consciousness left him and all
hope of his recovery was given up. Yesterday morning he became much worse and sank rapidly until death
relieved him of his suffering. Mr. Groos was one of the most prominent citizens of San Antonio in financial and
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usiness circles, and besides a large business acquaintances he has a host of friends who will be grieved at his
death. His death was quite a surprise to many. While it was known that he was ill, the fact of his condition being
so serious had been kept quiet. The news of his death spread rapidly and soon a large number of friends began
gathering at the home to offer what condolence and assistance lay in their power. Gustave Groos was born in
Nassau, Germany, June 10, 1832, his father was C. E. Groos. In 1848 Mr. Groos, Sr. and family moved to this
country, landing in Galveston. From there they went to Fayette county, where Mr. Groos purchased a farm and
was engaged in that occupation for a number of years. In the spring of 1850 Mr. Groos, accompanied by his
brothers, went to Eagle Pass, where they were engaged in the mercantile business until 1874, when they moved to
this city. Here they opened a wholesale grocery business, which they carried on for two years, and then embarked
in the banking business, under the firm name of F. Groos & Co. Mr. G. Groos has been a member of this firm
ever since and actively engaged in the business. His business operations have been successful and he has amassed
quite a fortune. Mr. Groos was married at Bluff, Fayette county, Sept. 28, 1865, to Miss Anna F. Willrich,
daughter of a prominent and wealthy farmer of that place. His wife survives him. They have seven children, Mrs.
C. F. Guenther, Mrs. Gus Giesecke, Otto Groos, Miss Minnie Groos, Gus J. Groos, Miss Lottie Groos and F. C.
Groos. Deceased leaves two brothers, F. Groos and Adolfas Groos, who resides in Medina, and three sisters,
Mrs. J. Giesecke and Mrs. Adolf Giesecke of New Braunfels; also Mrs. Groos, who resides in Germany. The
deceased was a member of the Casino Association, Beethoven Mannerchor and San Antonio Schotzen Verin, and
these societies will attend the funeral. The funeral will take place from the residence at 5 o’clock. The honorary
pall bearers are William Heuermann, Sr., Capt. E. Dosch, C. Griesenbeck, C. H. Guenther, John Ligler, Albert
Maverick, John J. Stevens, H. D. Kampmann. The active pall bearers are Hans L. Degner, Ed Dreims, Albert
Steves, Hugo Griesenbeck, Adolf Wagner, Julius Horne, Charles Hummell and George Koerner. [San Antonio
Daily Express, Thursday, August 22, 1895]
More About Gustav Groos:
Burial: Abt. 23 Aug 1895, City Cemetery Number 1, San Antonio, Bexar, TX
Children of Anna Willrich and Gustav Groos are:
+ 2 i. Elise Frederike 9 Groos, born 27 Oct 1866 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX; died 05 Apr 1949 in San Antonio,
Bexar, TX.
+ 3 ii. Anna Franciska Groos, born 29 Apr 1869 in Eagle Pass, Maverick, TX; died 12 Aug 1950 in San
Antonio, Bexar, TX.
4 iii. Gustav Adolph Groos, born 10 Feb 1871 in Eagle Pass, Maverick, TX; died 02 Mar 1872 in Eagle Pass,
Maverick, TX.
5 iv. Otto Groos 10 , born 14 Mar 1873 in Eagle Pass, Maverick, TX; died 20 Jun 1903 in Mexico.
More About Otto Groos:
Burial: Abt. 22 Jun 1903, City Cemetery Number 1, San Antonio, Bexar, TX
+ 6 v. Wilhelmina Groos, born 30 Jul 1875 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX; died 25 Apr 1969 in San Antonio,
Bexar, TX.
7 vi. Gustav Julius Groos 10,11,12 , born 02 Feb 1878 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX 12,13 ; died 29 Jan 1979 in San
Antonio, Bexar, TX 14 .
More About Gustav Julius Groos:
Burial: Abt. 31 Jan 1979, City Cemetery Number 1, San Antonio, Bexar, TX
+ 8 vii. Charlotte Groos, born 10 Jan 1881 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX; died 22 Mar 1965 in San Antonio, Bexar,
TX.
+ 9 viii. Friedrich Carl Groos, born 30 Jul 1883 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX; died Unknown.
Generation No. 2
2. Elise Frederike 9 Groos (Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 ,
Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 15,16,17,18,19 was born 27 Oct 1866 in
San Antonio, Bexar, TX, and died 05 Apr 1949 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX 20 . She married Arthur William
Guenther 21,22 19 Mar 1885 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX. He was born 12 Feb 1859 in Fredericksburg, Gillespie,
TX 23 , and died 04 Jan 1931 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX 23 .
Notes for Elise Frederike Groos:
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Mrs. Guenther Dies, Services Set Wednesday
Mrs. Elise Groos Guenther, 82, 107 King William St., died in a hospital Tuesday. Private services will be held at
4:30 p.m. Wednesday in the home of her brother, Gus J. Groos, 321 Washington St., with interment in City
Cemetery No. 1. Wife of the late Arthur Guenther, she was a native of this city, had lived here all of her life and
is survived by two sons, Hilmar and Ernst Guenther, Sugarland; a brother, Gus J. Groos; three sisters, Mrs. Anna
Giesecke, Mrs. Minnie Wilkens and Mrs. Lottie G. Watlington, all of this city; three grandchildren, and two greatgrandchildren.
[San Antonio Express, Wednesday, April 6, 1949]
More About Elise Frederike Groos:
Burial: 06 Apr 1949, City Cemetery Number 1, San Antonio, Bexar, TX 24
Notes for Arthur William Guenther:
A. W. Guenther, 72, Called By Death
Funeral of Late Banker to Be Held Monday
Arthur W. Guenther, vice president of the Groos National Bank and a founder of the Liberty Flour Mills, died
Sunday morning at his home, 108 King William Street. He was 72 years of age. Funeral services will be held
from the home Monday afternoon with Dr. James M. Todd officiating and interment will be in City Cemetery No.
1. Guenther was born in Fredericksburg, Feb. 12, 1859, and when two years of age he was brought by his parents
to San Antonio, where he lived until his death. He attended the German-English school and completed his
education in Germany. For several years he was associated with his father in the flour mill business, the firm
being known as C. H. Guenther & Sons. Later with Gus Giesecke he organized the Liberty Flour Mills, from
which he retired in 1911. He was vice president of the Groos National Bank at the time of his death. Surviving
are the widow, Mrs. Elsie Guenther; two sons, Hilmar G. and E. O. Guenther of Sugarland; a brother, E. R.
Guenther of Sugarland; two sisters, Mrs. Adolph Wagner and Mrs. Herman Schuchard, three grandchildren and
several nieces and nephews in San Antonio. Pallbearers will be Martin Giesecke, Werner Beckman, Adolph
Beckman, Kurt Beckman, Ernst Schuchard and Arthur Goeth. [San Antonio Express, Monday, January 5, 1931]
More About Arthur William Guenther:
Burial: 05 Jan 1931, City Cemetery Number 1, San Antonio, Bexar, TX 25
Children of Elise Groos and Arthur Guenther are:
+ 10 i. Hilmar Gustav 10 Guenther, born 29 Dec 1885 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX; died 07 Nov 1965 in Sugar
Land, Fort Bend, TX.
11 ii. Arthur William Guenther, Jr., born 04 Sep 1887 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX; died 07 Jan 1888 in San
Antonio, Bexar, TX.
More About Arthur William Guenther, Jr.:
Burial: Abt. 09 Jan 1888, City Cemetery Number 1, San Antonio, Bexar, TX
+ 12 iii. Ernst Otto Guenther, born 01 Nov 1888 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX; died 08 Feb 1953 in Wharton,
Wharton, TX.
3. Anna Franciska 9 Groos (Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 26,27,28,29 was born 29 Apr
1869 in Eagle Pass, Maverick, TX 30 , and died 12 Aug 1950 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX 31,32 . She married Gustav
Giesecke 33,34 . He was born 28 Mar 1865 in Texas 35 , and died 20 Jan 1936 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX 36 .
Notes for Anna Franciska Groos:
Mrs. Giesecke Rites Monday
Private funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday at the residence of Mrs. Anna F. Giesecke, 81, 218
Washington St., who died Saturday. Interment will be in Mission Burial Park. The family requests that flowers
be omitted. The widow of the late Gustav Giesecke, she was the daughter of Gustav Groos and Anna Groos. She
was born in Eagle Pass and as a child accompanied her parents to San Antonio, where she has since resided. She
is survived by sons, Martin and Walter Giesecke; daughter, Mrs. Russell C. Hill; grandsons, Roger and Craig
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Hill, Gustav and Frederick Giesecke; granddaughters, Margaret C. Giesecke, San Antonio; Mrs. Robert H.
Stewart III, Dallas; sisters, Mrs. Minnie Wilkens, Mrs. Lottie G. Watlington; a brother, Gus J. Groos, all of San
Antonio, and two great-grandsons. [San Antonio Express, Monday, August 14, 1950]
More About Anna Franciska Groos:
Burial: 14 Aug 1950, Mission Burial Park, San Antonio, Bexar, TX 37
Notes for Gustav Giesecke:
Giesecke
Gustave Giesecke, aged 70 years, died at his home, 218 Washington Street, early Monday morning. Surviving:
Widow, Mrs. Anna F. Giesecke; sons, Martin C. and Walter Giesecke, and daughter, Mrs. R. C. Hill, this city;
sisters, Mrs. F. Homan, Luling; Miss Agnes Giesecke, New Braunfels; Mrs. Rudolph Ebeling, Austin; Mrs.
Alfred Homann, Corpus Christi; Mrs. A. H. Noster, New Braunfels; brothers, Adolph and Herman Giesecke of
this city. Private services will be held from the home, 218 Washington Street, Monday afternoon at 4 o’clock for
the family and close friends, Rev. Sam Capers officiating. Interment in Mission Burial Park under direction of
Porter Loring, mortician. [San Antonio Express, Tuesday, January 21, 1936]
More About Gustav Giesecke:
Burial: 20 Jan 1936, Mission Burial Park, San Antonio, Bexar, TX 38
Children of Anna Groos and Gustav Giesecke are:
+ 13 i. Martin Karl 10 Giesecke, born 20 Jan 1892 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX; died 24 Mar 1986 in Bexar Co,
TX.
+ 14 ii. Walter Guenther Giesecke, born 02 Sep 1894 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX; died 02 Feb 1969 in San
Antonio, Bexar, TX.
+ 15 iii. Emmie Carlotta Giesecke, born 30 Nov 1896 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX; died 30 Oct 1989 in San
Antonio, Bexar, TX.
6. Wilhelmina 9 Groos (Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 ,
Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 39,40,41 was born 30 Jul 1875 in San
Antonio, Bexar, TX 42 , and died 25 Apr 1969 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX 43,44 . She married Werner Frederic
Wilkens 45 . He was born 15 Jan 1872 in Galveston, Galveston Co., TX, and died 04 Dec 1926 in Ft. Worth,
Tarrant, TX.
Notes for Wilhelmina Groos:
Wilkens
Mrs. Minnie Groos Wilkens, age 93, of 231 Washington St., died Friday at her home. She was a member of the
Presbyterian Church. Survivors: Brother, Gus J. Gross [Groos]; granddaughter, Miss Margaret Wilkens, both of
San Antonio; grandson, Michael Wilkins [Wilkens], Houston; several nieces and nephews. Private service,
restricted to the family, will be Monday at 11 o’clock at the residence, Dr. George Mauze officiating. The family
requests that flowers be omitted. Direction by Porter Loring, McCullough at Elmira. [San Antonio Express,
Sunday, April 27, 1969]
Child of Wilhelmina Groos and Werner Wilkens is:
+ 16 i. Werner Gustav 10 Wilkens, born 11 Feb 1901 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX; died 27 Aug 1967 in San
Antonio, Bexar, TX.
8. Charlotte 9 Groos (Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 ,
Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 45 was born 10 Jan 1881 in San
Antonio, Bexar, TX 45 , and died 22 Mar 1965 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX 46,47 . She married William Henry
Watlington. He was born 13 Nov 1878, and died 26 Nov 1937.
Notes for Charlotte Groos:
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Mrs. Lottie Watlington
Private funeral services for Mrs. Lottie Groos Watlington, 84-year-old sister of retired businessman Gus J. Groos,
were held Tuesday at the home 231 Washington St.. Mrs. Watlington was a native of San Antonio and was born
in the house at 231 Washington. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church. In addition to her brother,
she is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Helen W. Clark, and a sister, Mrs. Werner Wilkens, both of San Antonio.
[San Antonio Express, Wednesday, March 24, 1965]
WATLINGTON
Mrs. Lottie Groos Watlington, age 84, of 231 Washington St., died Monday at a local hospital. She was a
member of First Presbyterian Church. Survivors: Daughter, Mrs. Charles A. (Helen) Clark, Jr.; brother, Gus
Groos, sister, Mrs. Werner Wilkens, all of San Antonio; 3 grandsons. Private service was held Tuesday at 2
o’clock at the residence, 231 Washington St., Dr. George Mauze officiated. Arrangements were by PORTER-
LORING, McCullough at Elmira. [San Antonio Express, Wednesday, March 24, 1965]
More About Charlotte Groos:
Burial: 23 Mar 1965, City Cemetery Number 1, San Antonio, Bexar, TX 48
More About William Henry Watlington:
Burial: Abt. 28 Nov 1937, City Cemetery Number 1, San Antonio, Bexar, TX
Child of Charlotte Groos and William Watlington is:
+ 17 i. Helen Gaylord 10 Watlington, born 31 Aug 1911 in Bexar Co., TX; died 06 Feb 1987 in Bexar Co, TX.
9. Friedrich Carl 9 Groos (Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 ,
Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 49 was born 30 Jul 1883 in San
Antonio, Bexar, TX 49 , and died Unknown. He married Florence Clarkson 50 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX,
daughter of W. B. Clarkson. She was born 1886 in Texas 50 , and died 08 Mar 1964 in San Antonio, Bexar,
TX 51,52 .
Notes for Florence Clarkson:
Groos
Mrs. Florence Clarkson Groos, age 78 of 1814 Flamingo, died Sunday at a local hospital. She was a member of
Christ Episcopal Church. Survivors: Sons, Clarkson Groos, Fred C. Groos, Gus J. Groos, all of San Antonio,
Texas; brother, Brig. Gen. H. S. Clarkson, San Antonio; sisters, Mrs. H. G. Guenther Sugarland, Texas. Mrs.
Alonzo McCue, Bluefield, W. Va.; Mrs. S. M. Leftwich, Dallas, Texas; six grandchildren. Service Monday at
3:30 o’clock at Christ Episcopal Church with Dr. Samuel Orr Capers officiating. Private interment in Mission
Burial Park. Direction by Porter Loring. [San Antonio Express, Monday, March 9, 1964]
More About Florence Clarkson:
Burial: 09 Mar 1964, Mission Burial Park, San Antonio, Bexar, TX 53
Children of Friedrich Groos and Florence Clarkson are:
+ 18 i. Clarkson 10 Groos, born 13 Jun 1908 in Texas; died 08 Jul 1986 in Bexar Co, TX.
+ 19 ii. Friedrich Carl Groos, Jr., born 17 Nov 1911 in Texas; died 26 May 1998 in Bexar Co, TX.
+ 20 iii. Gustav Julius Groos, Jr., born 22 Jun 1913 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX; died 13 Sep 2001 in San
Antonio, Bexar, TX.
Generation No. 3
10. Hilmar Gustav 10 Guenther (Elise Frederike 9 Groos, Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8 Willrich,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 54,55
was born 29 Dec 1885 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX 56 , and died 07 Nov 1965 in Sugar Land, Fort Bend, TX 57 . He
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married Dora Clarkson 58 16 Jun 1909 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX 59 , daughter of W. B. Clarkson. She was born
19 Jun 1887 in Texas 60 , and died 02 Mar 1973 in Kerrville, Kerr, TX 61,62 .
More About Hilmar Gustav Guenther:
Burial: Abt. 09 Nov 1965, City Cemetery Number 1, San Antonio, Bexar, TX
Notes for Dora Clarkson:
Guenther
Mrs. Dora Clarkson Guenther, 85, died Friday at Hilltop Village, Kerrville, Texas. Member of St. Peter’s
Episcopal Church and resident of Kerrville and Sugarland 43 years. Survivors: Brother, Brig. Gen. (Ret.) Herbert
S. Clarkson, San Antonio; 2 sisters, Mrs. Alonzo McCue, Virginia; Mrs. S. M. Leftwick, of Dallas; several nieces
and nephews. Graveside services and Interment at 2 p.m. Monday, City Cemetery No. 1 San Antonio with Rev.
Marvin Bord officiating. Arrangements by Plummer-Fair Funeral Home, Kerrville, Texas. [San Antonio Express-
News, Sunday, March 4, 1973]
More About Dora Clarkson:
Burial: 05 Mar 1973, City Cemetery Number 1, San Antonio, Bexar, TX 62
Marriage Notes for Hilmar Guenther and Dora Clarkson:
Events of the Day
Wedding of Hilmer G. Guenther and Miss Dora Clarkson takes place at 8:30 o’clock p.m. at the home of the
bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Clarkson, 213 Washington Street. [San Antonio Daily Express, Wednesday,
June 16, 1909]
Guenther – Clarkson Wedding
A beautiful wedding took place last evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Clarkson, when their daughter
Miss Dora Clarkson was married to Hilmer G. Guenther in the presence of a large number of friends. The
wedding suite was decorated in a scheme of white and green, with Marguerites and Boston ferns. A deep recess
in the room was exquisitely adorned in palms, ferns, and Marguerites that formed a solid bank of green and white
for the background. A heart of Marguerites and ferns was suspended from the center of a curtain effect of fine
smilax. James Adair sang in fine voice “All for You,” which was followed by Lohrengrin’s wedding march
played by Mrs. Emily Scudder Griesenbeck on the piano and Edward Goldstein with the cello. Little Misses
Laurel and Phillis Clarkson held the white satin ribbons that made a wide aisle for the bridal party. Miss Alice
Clarkson, the maid of honor, preceded the bride, who entered on the arm of her father, W. B. Clarkson, and was
met by the bridegroom and his best man, Ernest Guenther. Rev. J. L. Patton of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church
performed the ceremony. The bride wore a white radium silk gown over taffeta, made empire entrain and
trimmed with handmade lace. A long tulle veil was caught with orange blossoms. She carried a shower bouquet
of bride’s roses. A chain and locket of turquoise and pearls, the bridegroom’s gift, was the only ornament worn.
The maid of honor, Miss Alice Clarkson, wore white messaline made empire and trimmed with real lace. She
carried an arm bouquet of Marguerites. The little ribbon bearers were daintily gowned in white lingerie dresses
with white bows, sashes and slippers. A reception followed the ceremony at which Mr. and Mrs. Clarkson were
assisted by a number of friends as announced. The reception hall, library and room which contained the presents
were all decorated in the Marguerites and Boston ferns. The wedding cake was surrounded with flowers and
ferns. The punch bowl was at the end of the wide front gallery. A large Japanese parasol strung with tiny Jap
lanterns was suspended above the bowl and fine smilax ferns and cherries, the fruit of Japan , surrounded it. Miss
Mary James and Miss Ilse Haarmann presided. Refreshments were served. Strung from the posts of the high
gallery in the tall trees on the spacious lawn were innumerable Japanese lanterns that gave the festive appearance
to the Clarkson homestead. Music was played during the reception. Mr. and Mrs. Guenther left on a night train
for an extensive wedding trip. The bride’s going away suite was of tan colored rajah silk with harmonizing
accessories. They will be at home after August 1 in their residence which is nearing completion on East
Evergreen Street. [San Antonio Daily Express, Thursday, June 17, 1909]
Child of Hilmar Guenther and Dora Clarkson is:
21 i. Dorothy Elise 11 Guenther, born 11 Apr 1912 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX; died 14 Mar 1962 in Kerrville,
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Kerr, TX 63 . She married (1) Charles H. Daffan 15 Sep 1932 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX; born 21 Jul
1905; died 16 Jun 1936. She married (2) Marvin F Stalder 19 Jun 1937 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX;
born 09 Dec 1905 64 ; died 02 Sep 1982 in Kerr Co., TX 65 .
Notes for Dorothy Elise Guenther:
Stalder
Mrs. Dorothy Guenther Stalder, passed away suddenly on [in] a Kerrville Hospital Wednesday morning,
at the age of 49. She was a native of San Antonio and a member of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church. Mrs.
Stalder will lie in state at Porter Loring Chapel from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. where funeral services will be held
with the Rev. Harold C. Gosnell officiating. Interment will follow in City Cemetery No. 1. She is
survived by her husband, Col. Marvin F. Stadler [Stalder] of Kerrville, and her parents, Mr. and Mrs.
Hilmar Guenther of Sugarland. Arrangements by Smith Funeral Home, Kerrville, Texas. [San Antonio
Express, Thursday, March 15, 1962]
More About Dorothy Elise Guenther:
Burial: 15 Mar 1962, City Cemetery Number 1, San Antonio, Bexar, TX 66
More About Charles H. Daffan:
Burial: Abt. 18 Jun 1936, City Cemetery Number 1, San Antonio, Bexar, TX
12. Ernst Otto 10 Guenther (Elise Frederike 9 Groos, Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 67 was born
01 Nov 1888 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX 67 , and died 08 Feb 1953 in Wharton, Wharton, TX. He married Imogen
Ruth Ireson 68,69 15 Jun 1921 in Wharton, Wharton, TX, daughter of Lansford Ireson and Margaret Ireson. She
was born 15 Feb 1898 in Texas 70,71 , and died 22 Apr 1973 in Harris Co., TX 72 .
Children of Ernst Guenther and Imogen Ireson are:
+ 22 i. Margaret Elise 11 Guenther, born Private.
23 ii. Arthur William Guenther 73 , born 30 Jul 1925 in Sugar Land, Fort Bend, TX 73,74,75 ; died 16 Dec 1999 in
New York City, New York, NY 76,77 .
Notes for Arthur William Guenther:
ARTHUR WILLIAM GUENTHER
ARTHUR WILLIAM GUENTHER died peacefully at dawn Dec. 16, 1999 in New York. "Skeet" was
born July 30, 1925 in Sugar Land, TX to Imogen Ireson and Ernst O. Guenther. During WWII he was
stationed in Hawaii as a Marine Corporal. He later appeared in nine Broadway musicals. After returning
to the University of Wisconsin for a B.S. (art major), he taught fine arts in Millington, N.J. until his
retirement. He is survived by his sister Margaret and her husband G.S. Gideon , their four children and
four grandchildren. Graveside service will be at Wharton City Cemetery. [Houston Chronicle, Tuesday,
December 21, 1999]
More About Arthur William Guenther:
Burial: Abt. 18 Dec 1999, City Cemetery, Wharton, Wharton, TX
13. Martin Karl 10 Giesecke (Anna Franciska 9 Groos, Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 78,79 was
born 20 Jan 1892 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX 80 , and died 24 Mar 1986 in Bexar Co, TX 81 . He married Margaret
Coleman 82 , daughter of James Coleman and Pearl Stout. She was born 1897 in Kansas, and died 10 Nov 1971 in
San Antonio, Bexar, TX 83 .
Notes for Martin Karl Giesecke:
Giesecke
Private funeral services were held for Martin C. Giesecke on March 27th. Mrs. [Mr.] Giesecke was an aviator in
the First World War and served as a Colonel in the Airforce in the Second World War. He was a director of the
Groos National Bank, served on the San Antonio Waterboard and River Authority. He is survived by two
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daughters; three grandchildren; and a sister; numerous relatives and friends. Arrangements with Porter Loring.
[San Antonio Express – News, Friday, March 28, 1986]
Notes for Margaret Coleman:
Mrs. Martin Giesecke
Private services for Mrs. Martin (Margaret Coleman) Giesecke, 75, of 250 Laurel Heights Pl., who died
Wednesday, will be at 3 p.m. Thursday at Porter Loring Mortuary. She is survived by her husband, who is a
member of the San Antonio River Authority and a former member of the City Water Board; two daughters and
three grandchildren. [San Antonio Express, Thursday, November 11, 1971]
More About Margaret Coleman:
Burial: 11 Nov 1971, San Antonio, Bexar, TX 83
Children of Martin Giesecke and Margaret Coleman are:
+ 24 i. Margaret Coleman 11 Giesecke, born Private.
+ 25 ii. Cynthia Deane Giesecke, born Private.
14. Walter Guenther 10 Giesecke (Anna Franciska 9 Groos, Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8 Willrich,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 84
was born 02 Sep 1894 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX 84,85 , and died 02 Feb 1969 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX 86,87 . He
married (1) Romayne Ray Haggard. She died Unknown. He married (2) Frances Virginia Eignus Private.
She was born Private.
Notes for Walter Guenther Giesecke:
Giesecke
Walter Guenther Giesecke, age 74, of 101 E. Gramercy, died Sunday at a local hospital. He was a member of
Christ Episcopal Church. Survivors: Wife, Mrs. Virginia E. Giesecke, son, Gus Giesecke; brother, Martin C.
Giesecke, sister, Mrs. Russell C. Hill, all of San Antonio. Service Tuesday at 4 o’clock at Christ Episcopal
Church, the Rev. Maurice M. Benitez officiating. Pallbearers: Col. Harry Hand, Louis Kocurek, Alton Rieden,
Ernest Kunz, Kenneth Absher, Lawrence P. Baldwin. Honorary pallbearers will be all of Mr. Giesecke’s many
friends in San Antonio. Those who desire may send memorial gifts to the charity of their choice. Private
graveside service Mission Burial Park. Direction by Porter Loring. [San Antonio Express, Tuesday, February 4,
1969]
More About Walter Guenther Giesecke:
Burial: 04 Feb 1969, Mission Burial Park, San Antonio, Bexar, TX 88
Child of Walter Giesecke and Romayne Haggard is:
26 i. S P 11 Giesecke, born Private.
Child of Walter Giesecke and Frances Eignus is:
27 i. Frederick 11 Giesecke, born Private.
15. Emmie Carlotta 10 Giesecke (Anna Franciska 9 Groos, Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8 Willrich,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 89,90
was born 30 Nov 1896 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX 91 , and died 30 Oct 1989 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX 92,93 . She
married Russell Chilton Hill 94,95 , son of May Chilton. He was born 02 Oct 1891 in Illinois 96 , and died 07 Jan
1975 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX 97 .
Notes for Emmie Carlotta Giesecke:
Hill
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Emmie Giesecke Hill, age 92, of San Antonio, died Monday, October 30, 1989. She was the widow of Russell C.
Hill, with whom she founded the American Institute of Character Education in Memory of their daughter, Marian.
Mrs. Hill was a member of P.E.O., Timely Topics, Reading Club and Military Civilian Club. Survived by sons,
Roger and Craig; daughters-in-law, Frances and Heather; grandchildren, Roger, Jr., Russell, Eric, Bruce, Chris,
Stacey, Renee, John, Amanda, Matthew, Tom, and 13 great-grandchildren. Service Thursday 2:00 P.M. Christ
Episcopal Church the Rev. Edward Schroder officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations to American Institute for
Character Education, 8918 Tesoro Dr., Suite No. 220, San Antonio, 78217, will be appreciated. Arrangements
with Porter Loring. [San Antonio Express-News, Wednesday, November 1, 1989]
Notes for Russell Chilton Hill:
Hill
Russell Chilton Hill, age 83, of 123 East Hollywood, died Tuesday. In 1942, he and his wife established The
Children’s Fund in memory of a daughter, Marion L. Hill. This Fund has become the American Institute for
Character Education. He was the author of the “Freedoms Code”, which won the George Washington Honor
Medal Award from the Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge. He served in WWI as a Captain in the Second
Texas Cavalry Regiment; began his business career in San Antonio in 1911; in 1913, joined by Wallace Rogers,
established the firm of Rogers-Hill and Co. This firm developed the Monte Vista subdivision in San Antonio. In
1926, he purchased Maverick-Clarke, which he operated until 1965 when he sold it to Litton Industries. He was a
former president of Clarke Printing and Packaging Company, and served as chairman of the board of Three
Americas Life Insurance Company. Mr. Hill was trustee and member of the boards of directors of Southwest
Research Institute and Southwest Foundation for Research and Education. Survivors: Wife, Mrs. Emmie G. Hill;
son, Roger C. Hill, San Antonio, Craig Hill, Lincoln, Mass.; 9 grandchildren. Memorial service Thursday at 3
o’clock in the Georgian chapel of the Porter Loring Mortuary, the Rev. Hollier G. Tomlin officiating. Those who
desire may send memorial gifts to the American Institute for Character Education. Arrangements with Porter
Loring, 1101 McCullough, 227-8221. [San Antonio Express-News, Thursday, January 9, 1975]
Children of Emmie Giesecke and Russell Hill are:
+ 28 i. Roger Chilton 11 Hill, born Private.
29 ii. Marian L. Hill, born Private.
30 iii. Craig Chilton Hill, born Private.
16. Werner Gustav 10 Wilkens (Wilhelmina 9 Groos, Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
11 Feb 1901 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX 98 , and died 27 Aug 1967 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX 99,100,101 . He married
Margaret McCullough. She was born 12 Jan 1910, and died 27 Jun 1967 in Bexar Co., TX 102 .
Notes for Werner Gustav Wilkens:
Werner Wilkins
Werner Wilkens of 231 Washington St. died Sunday in a local hospital at the age of 66. He was a member of the
Presbyterian [church] and had lived in San Antonio all his life. Services will be at 4 p.m. Tuesday at the Porter
Loring Mortuary Chapel. Wilkens is survived by his son, Michael W. Wilkins; a daughter, Miss Margaret
Wilkins; and his mother, Mrs. Werner Wilkins Sr. all of San Antonio. [San Antonio News, Monday, August 28,
1967]
Wilkens
Werner Wilkens, age 66, of 231 Washington St., died Sunday at a local hospital. He was a member of the
Presbyterian Church. Survivors: Son, Michael W. Wilkens; daughter, Miss Margaret Wilkens; mother, Mrs.
Werner Wilkens, Sr., all of San Antonio. Service Tuesday at 4 o’clock in the Colonial Chapel of the Porter
Loring Mortuary, the Rev. Neil H. Thruston officiating. Arrangements with Porter Loring. [San Antonio News,
Monday, August 28, 1967]
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Children of Werner Wilkens and Margaret McCullough are:
31 i. Patricia 11 Wilkens, born 30 Jul 1939 in New York City, New York, NY; died 07 Jun 1959 in Galveston,
Galveston, TX 103 .
Notes for Patricia Wilkens:
Wilkens
Miss Patricia Wilkens, age 19, of Galveston, Texas, died Sunday in a Galveston hospital. She was a
member of the Presbyterian Church in Galveston, and a student at Trinity University in San Antonio.
Survivors: Parents, Mr. and Mrs. Werner Wilkens; brother, Michael Wilkens; sister, Miss Margaret
Wilkens, all of Galveston; grandmothers, Mrs. Henry Wilkens of Galveston, Mrs. Minnie Wilkens, San
Antonio. Service Monday at 10 o’clock in Galveston, Texas, at the First Presbyterian Church with Dr.
Will R. Johnson, of Galveston, officiating. Following the service there, the body will be brought to San
Antonio for private graveside service Tuesday at 10 o’clock at Mission Burial Park with Dr. Kenneth E.
Reeves officiating. The family would appreciate contributions to the American Cancer Society.
Arrangements by Porter Loring. [San Antonio Express, Monday, June 8, 1959]
More About Patricia Wilkens:
Burial: 09 Jun 1959, Mission Burial Park, San Antonio, Bexar, TX 103
32 ii. Margaret Wilkens, born Private.
33 iii. Michael Werner Wilkens, born Private.
17. Helen Gaylord 10 Watlington (Charlotte 9 Groos, Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
31 Aug 1911 in Bexar Co., TX 104,105 , and died 06 Feb 1987 in Bexar Co, TX 106,107,108 . She married Charles
Albert Clark, Jr., son of Charles Albert Clark, Sr.. He was born 24 Aug 1910 in Vandalia, Fayette, IL 108,109 ,
and died 23 Nov 1993 in Bexar Co., TX 110,111,112 .
Notes for Helen Gaylord Watlington:
Clark
Helen Watlington Clark, age 75, of San Antonio, Tex., died Friday, February 6, 1987. She was a member of St.
Luke’s Episcopal Church. Mrs. Clark was also a member of the Battle of Flowers Association, Junior League of
San Antonio, San Antonio Conservation Society and a member of the San Antonio Country Club. Survivors:
Husband, Charles A. Clark, Jr.; sons, Charles Watlington Clark of San Antonio, William Gross [Groos] Clark,
Texarkana, Tex., and John Swaney Clark of Fresno, Calif.; grandson, William Olds Clark, Texarkana. Private
services were held. Those who desire may send memorial contributions to the charity of their choice.
Arrangements with Porter Loring. [San Antonio Express – News, Tuesday, February 10, 1987]
Notes for Charles Albert Clark, Jr.:
Clark
Colonel Charles “Chuck” A. Clark, Jr., USAF, Retired, age 83, died November 23, 1993. He is survived by his
wife, Irene Turner Clark; two sons, William G. Clark, Memphis, Tennessee, and John S. Clark, New York, New
York. He is preceded in death by his son, Charles W. Clark. He is also survived by two sisters, Sally Clark and
Ethel Clark, Seminole, Florida, and two grandsons and a granddaughter. He was a member of St. Luke’s
Episcopal Church, the Retired Officers Association, the San Antonio Retired Teachers Association, Harvard
Business School Club, the Friends of McNay, the San Antonio Country Club, and was a volunteer with Family
Friends. He was born in Vandalia, Illinois, August 24, 1910, the son of Colonel and Mrs. Charles A. Clark, U.S.
Army. Chuck graduated from the United States Military Academy (West Point) in 1932, the advanced Flying
School at Kelly Field in 1935 as a pilot and observer, Harvard Business School in 1946 (MBA), and the National
War College in 1949. He served in the U.S. Army, U.S. Army Air Corps, and the U.S. Air force. He was
assigned to Headquarters Military Air Transport Service (MATS) when it was formed and later was assigned to
Headquarters National Security Agency (NSA). During World War II he commanded the 465th Bomb Group and
was Deputy Commander of the 55th Bomb Wing of the 15th Air Force in Italy. When he retired, he was Chief of
Staff of the Air Force Security Service at Kelly AFB. His decorations included the Legion of Merit, the
Distinguished Flying Cross with palm, the Air Medal with five stars, the Distinctive Unit Citation with palm, the
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French Croix de Guerre with palm, and various campaign ribbons. After his retirement, he taught Mathematics at
Highlands High School and Tafolla Junior High in the San Antonio Independent School District. A Memorial
Service will be held at the USAA Towers, One Towers Park Lane, on Saturday, November 27, at 11:00 A.M., the
Reverend Joseph DiRaddo officiating. Those who desire may send memorials to the charity of their choice or to
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 11 St. Luke’s Lane, San Antonio, Texas 78209. Arrangements with Porter Loring,
1101 McCullough, 227-8221. [San Antonio Express-News, Thursday, November 25, 1993]
Children of Helen Watlington and Charles Clark are:
34 i. Charles Watlington 11 Clark, born 11 Sep 1941 in Bexar Co, TX 113 ; died 17 Nov 1993 in San Antonio,
Bexar, TX 114,115 . He married Carol Henderson Private; born Private.
Notes for Charles Watlington Clark:
Clark
Charles Watlington Clark, born September 11, 1941, died on November 17, 1993. He was preceded in
death by his mother, Helen Watlington Clark. He is survived by his wife, Carol Henderson Clark; his
father, Charles A. Clark, Jr.; his step-mother, Irene Watson Clark; his brothers, William (Buck) Clark of
Memphis, TN and John S. Clark of New York City, NY. He graduated from Texas Military Institute and
Trinity University. He was a life time resident of San Antonio. The family will receive friends Friday
evening from 7 o’clock to 8 o’clock at Porter Loring. Service Saturday – 1:00 P.M. Porter Loring
Chapel, the Rev. Brent Fisher officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions
be made to Alamo Heights High School Library Fund. Interment in Sunset Memorial Park.
Arrangements with Porter Loring, 1101 McCullough, 227-8221. [San Antonio Express-News, Friday,
November 19, 1993]
More About Charles Watlington Clark:
Burial: 20 Nov 1993, Sunset Memorial Park, San Antonio, Bexar, TX 115
+ 35 ii. William Groos Clark, born Private.
36 iii. John Swaney Clark, born Private.
18. Clarkson 10 Groos (Friedrich Carl 9 , Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 116 was born 13 Jun 1908 in
Texas 117 , and died 08 Jul 1986 in Bexar Co, TX 118,119 . He married Lillian Anita Clem 1942. She was born 21
Mar 1910 120 , and died 11 Aug 1999 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX 120,121 .
Notes for Clarkson Groos:
Groos
Clarkson Groos, age 78, of San Antonio, Texas, died Tuesday, July 8, 1986. He received his B.B.A. from the
University of Texas in Austin and his Masters Degree from Trinity University. Mr. Groos was a member of
Sigma Nu Fraternity where he served as its President. He was a member of the Order of the Alamo, the San
Antonio German Club, San Antonio Country Club, a member and former President of the Revelers Club. Mr.
Groos served in the Navy as a Lt. Commander in World War II in the South Pacific. Survivors: wife, Lillian C.
Groos; son, John C. Groos, of San Antonio, Texas; daughter, Cynthia Groos Coleman, New Orleans;
grandchildren, Melinda J. Groos, Odessa, William B. Coleman IV, George Read Coleman, both of New Orleans.
Service Thursday afternoon at 1 o’clock in the Georgian Chapel of the Porter Loring Mortuary, the Rev. Liam
Brosnan officiating. Pallbearers Frederick C. Groos, Jr., Edward L. Groos, Gus J. Groos, II, William P. Groos,
John Clark, Charles A. Clark, George C. Shoemaker, William T. Patterson. Honorary Pallbearers Charles
Bertrand, Col. Charles A. Clark, Jr. and William G. Clark. Those who desire may send memorial contributions to
the San Antonio Academy or to the charity of choice. Interment in Mission Burial Park South. Arrangements
with Porter Loring. [San Antonio Express-News, Thursday, July 10, 1986]
Groos Was Attorney, SAC Staffer 19 Years
Clarkson Groos, 78, was from a pioneer Texas family whose forebearers came to Texas in 1848 and later founded
Groos National Bank. Groos was a descendent of Gustav Groos, who was one of three brothers who started the
bank. He died Tuesday of cancer. An attorney, he was on the staff of San Antonio College some 19 years, he
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was its first technical educational director from 1966 until he retired in 1977. He later practiced law with the firm
of Martin and Drought for four or five years. “He was one of the most loving, gentle people you would ever meet
and one of the most considerate and thoughtful,” said a family spokesman. “Unbelievably well-mannered, he
accentuated Emily Post.” “In his later years he researched his German heritage.” He said. “His ancestors were
among the first Germans to settle in Texas. They landed in Galveston, then went to La Grange before coming to
San Antonio.” Groos was born in the same house his father was born in on Washington Street in the King
William area. “He was always very close to the neighborhood and loved Washington Street,” said a cousin, Ann
Maria Watson-White. He earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Texas at
Austin and a master’s degree from Trinity University. He served his fraternity, Sigma Nu, as president. He
married Lillian Clem in 1942. Groos was a lieutenant commander in the Navy in World War II, serving in the
South Pacific. He was a member of the Order of the Alamo, San Antonio German Club, San Antonio Country
Club and a former Revelers Club president. Survivors are his wife: a son, John C. Groos of San Antonio; a
daughter, Cynthia Groos Coleman of New Orleans; and three grandchildren. Services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday
in Porter Loring Mortuary with the Rev. Liam Brosnam officiating. Burial will be in Mission Burial Park South.
[San Antonio Express-News, Thursday, July 10, 1986]
More About Clarkson Groos:
Burial: 10 Jul 1986, Mission Burial Park, San Antonio, Bexar, TX 122
Notes for Lillian Anita Clem:
Groos
Lillian Clem Groos, died, Wednesday, August 11, 1999. She was preceded in death by her husband Clarkson
Groos. Survived by son, John, daughter, Cynthia and their families. Service Friday – 11:00 A.M. Porter Loring
Chapel the Rev. Msgr. Liam Brosnan officiating. Interment in Mission Burial Park South. Arrangements with
Porter Loring Mortuary. [San Antonio Express-News, Friday, August 12, 1999]
Groos
Lillian Clem Groos, died Wednesday, August 11, 1999. Mrs. Groos was a graduate of St. Mary’s Hall and
attended Mount Vernon College in Washington, D.C. She was a member of the San Antonio Country Club and a
member of the Battle of Flowers Association. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarkson Groos.
Survivors: son, John C. Groos and wife Susan B.; daughter, Cynthia G. Coleman and husband William B. III;
granddaughter, Mindi Milleson; grandsons, William B. Coleman, IV and George Read Coleman, greatgranddaughters,
Asher and Zoe Milleson. She is also survived by her beloved Yorkie, Cricket. Service Friday –
11:00 A.M. Porter Loring Chapel the Rev. Msgr. Liam Brosnan officiating. Interment at Mission Burial Park
South. Pallbearers, William B. Coleman, IV, George Read Coleman, Fred C. Groos, Jr., Edward L. Groos, Gus J.
Groos, III, William P. Groos. Arrangements with Porter Loring Mortuary. [San Antonio Express-News, Friday,
August 13, 1999]
More About Lillian Anita Clem:
Burial: 13 Aug 1999, Mission Burial Park South, San Antonio, Bexar, TX 123
Children of Clarkson Groos and Lillian Clem are:
+ 37 i. John Clarkson 11 Groos, born Private.
+ 38 ii. Cynthia Anna Groos, born Private.
19. Friedrich Carl 10 Groos, Jr. (Friedrich Carl 9 , Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 124 was
born 17 Nov 1911 in Texas 125 , and died 26 May 1998 in Bexar Co, TX 126,127,128 . He married (1) Sarah Jane
Connor 129,130 15 Oct 1938 in Dallas, Dallas, TX 131 , daughter of Edward Connor and Grace Lanham. She was
born 27 Aug 1915 in Dallas Co., TX 132,133,134 , and died 21 Dec 1984 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX 135,136 . He
married (2) Kathryn Riggan Private. She was born Private.
Notes for Friedrich Carl Groos, Jr.:
Groos
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Fred C. Groos of San Antonio died Tuesday May 26, 1998. Survivors include his sons: Fred Groos and his wife
Martha, Edward Groos and his wife April, granddaughters, Gretchen Bodrick and Lieschen McEldowney.
Service: Thursday 1000 A.M. Christ Episcopal Church the Rev. Ted Schroder officiating. Private interment in
Mission Burial Park North. Arrangements with Porter Loring Mortuary. [San Antonio Express – News,
Wednesday, May 27, 1998]
More About Friedrich Carl Groos, Jr.:
Burial: 28 May 1998, Mission Burial Park, San Antonio, Bexar, TX 137
Notes for Sarah Jane Connor:
Groos
Mrs. Fred C. (Jane Connor) Gross [Groos], age 69, of San Antonio, died Friday, December 21, 1984. She was a
member of Christ Episcopal Church and the granddaughter of S. W. T. Lanham, former Governor of Texas and
W. C. Connor, former Mayor of Dallas. Survivors: Husband, Fred C. Groos; sons, Fred C. Groos, Jr. and Edward
L. Groos, and their wives, Marty and April; granddaughters, Gretchen and Lieschen, all of San Antonio; brothers,
Lanham Connor of Marco Island, Florida and Edward Connor of Dallas, Texas. Service Saturday morning at 11
o’clock at Christ Episcopal Church, the Rev. John H. MacNaughton and the Rev. Hollier G. Tomlin officiating.
Those who desire may send memorial gifts to the American Cancer Society, Christ Episcopal Church or charity of
their choice. Interment in Mission Burial Park (North). Arrangements with Porter Loring. [San Antonio Express-
News, Saturday, December 22, 1984]
More About Sarah Jane Connor:
Burial: 22 Dec 1984, Mission Burial Park North, San Antonio, Bexar, TX 138
Marriage Notes for Friedrich Groos and Sarah Connor:
San Antonio Express, Sunday Morning, October 16, 1938
Miss Sarah Connor Wed In Dallas
Ceremony Saturday
Miss Sarah Jane Connor, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ed C. Connor of Dallas, became the bride of Frederick Carl
Groos Jr., son of Mrs. Florence Groos of San Antonio, on Saturday afternoon in St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church
in Dallas. Dean George Rodgers Wood read the marriage lines in the presence of members of the families and a
small group of their friends. The church was adorned with white chrysanthemums, the altar vases being filled
with the blossoms. Carl Weisemann played a group of selections prior to the ceremony and also played the
wedding marches. The bride was given in marriage by her father. She wore a suit in boy blue wool, with collar
of blue fox. Her accessories and small felt hat were in navy blue. On her shoulder she wore a corsage of orchids
and she carried a prayer book. Miss Jane Cleaver of Dallas was the maid of honor and the bride’s only attendant.
She wore a wine-colored afternoon frock and carried a colonial bouquet of delphinium and roses. Clarkson
Groos assisted his brother as best man. The ushers were Gus J. Groos II, also a brother of the bridegroom, and
Edward C. Connor Jr., brother of the bride. Immediately following the ceremony, a reception was held in the
home of the bride’s parents for members of the immediate families. The bride and bridegroom departed later for
a wedding trip to Monterrey, Mexico. Upon their return, they will be at home at 3235 Odessa Street, Fort Worth,
Tex. Out-of-town guests at the wedding included Mesdames Florence C. Groos, Alice Hugo and Lottie
Watlington, Miss Helen Watlington, Gus J. Groos, Clarkson and Gus J. Groos II, all of San Antonio, Mrs. H. G.
Guenther of Sugarland and Herbert Clarkson Jr., who is attending the University of Texas at Austin.
[Picture Caption] An attractive bride of the past week was Mrs. Fred Carl Groos Jr., who was the former Miss
Jane Connor, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ed C. Connor of Dallas. The marriage was solemnized at 4:30 Saturday
afternoon at St. Matthews’ Cathedral in Dallas and was followed by a reception at the bride’s parents, for
members of the families. The bridegroom is the son of Mrs. Florence Groos of this city. Following a wedding
trip to Monterrey, Mexico, Mr. and Mrs. Groos will make their home in Fort Worth.
Children of Friedrich Groos and Sarah Connor are:
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+ 39 i. Fredrich Carl 11 Groos III, born Private.
40 ii. Edward Lanham Groos, born Private. He married April Jane Cox Private; born Private.
20. Gustav Julius 10 Groos, Jr. (Friedrich Carl 9 , Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 139,140 was born 22
Jun 1913 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX 141,142 , and died 13 Sep 2001 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX 143,144 . He married
Julia Penniman Private. She was born Private.
Notes for Gustav Julius Groos, Jr.:
GROOS
Gus J. Groos, Jr., born in the King William District of San Antonio on June 22, 1913 died in San Antonio on
September 13, 2001. He graduated from Main Avenue High School and the University of Texas where he was a
member of Sigma Nu. He served as an officer in the United States Navy in World War II. Mr. Groos was a
member of St. Luke's Episcopal Church, Order of the Alamo, German Club, Merry Knights, San Antonio Country
Club and the Argyle Club. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fredrick and Florence Groos and his
brothers, Clarkson and Fred. He is survived by his wife, Julia Penniman Groos; and his sons and their wives, Gus
J. Groos, III and Helen Hicks Groos, and William P. Groos, M.D. and Monnie Brown Groos; and his
grandchildren, Kristin, Sarah, Gus IV, Anna, Julia and Will Groos. A memorial service was held Saturday,
September 15th at St. Luke's Episcopal Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Luke's Episcopal
Church or to a charity of choice. The family invites you to leave a message or memory in the Guest Book by
going to www.porterloring.com and clicking on Remembrance Registry. Arrangements with Porter Loring
Mortuary. [San Antonio Express-News, September 16, 2001]
More About Gustav Julius Groos, Jr.:
Burial: 15 Sep 2001, San Antonio, Bexar, TX
Children of Gustav Groos and Julia Penniman are:
+ 41 i. Gustav Julius 11 Groos III, born Private.
+ 42 ii. William Penniman Groos, born Private.
Generation No. 4
22. Margaret Elise 11 Guenther (Ernst Otto 10 , Elise Frederike 9 Groos, Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married George Stanley Gideon Private, son of George Gideon and
Appaloma Callaway. He was born Private.
Children of Margaret Guenther and George Gideon are:
+ 43 i. George Stanley 12 Gideon, Jr., born 09 Jul 1944 in Pensacola, Escambia, FL; died 05 Nov 2001 in Kimble
Co., TX.
44 ii. William Guenther Gideon, born Private.
45 iii. Charlene Gideon, born Private.
+ 46 iv. James Leslie Gideon, born Private.
24. Margaret Coleman 11 Giesecke (Martin Karl 10 , Anna Franciska 9 Groos, Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine
Amalie 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Marvin Gaines Voigt Private. He was born Private.
Child of Margaret Giesecke and Marvin Voigt is:
47 i. Alexandra 12 Voigt, born Private.
25. Cynthia Deane 11 Giesecke (Martin Karl 10 , Anna Franciska 9 Groos, Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Robert Henry Stewart III Private. He was born Private.
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Children of Cynthia Giesecke and Robert Stewart are:
48 i. Alice Partee 12 Stewart, born Private.
49 ii. Cynthia Caroline Stewart, born Private.
28. Roger Chilton 11 Hill (Emmie Carlotta 10 Giesecke, Anna Franciska 9 Groos, Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine
Amalie 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married (1) Elizabeth May Potter Private, daughter of Louis S. Potter. She
was born 11 Oct 1918 144 , and died 13 Dec 1988 in San Antonio, Bexar, TX 145,146,147 . He married (2) Frances
Ann Hall Private. She was born Private.
Notes for Elizabeth May Potter:
Hill
Mrs. Elizabeth May Potter Hill, age 70, of San Antonio, Tex. Died Tuesday, December 13, 1988. She was a
member of Christ Episcopal Church, Mrs. Hill was also a member of the Junior League of San Antonio, the Battle
of Flowers Association, and the P. E. O. Survivors: sons, Roger C. Hill, Jr., Russell L. C. Hill, Eric P. C. Hill,
Christopher C. Hill and Bruce H. C. Hill, all of San Antonio, Tex.; seven grandchildren; brothers, George Potter
and William Potter. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Institute for
Character Education, 8918 Tesoro Dr., San Antonio, Tex. 78217. Arrangements are pending with Porter Loring.
[San Antonio Express-News, Wednesday, December 14, 1988]
Hill
Mrs. Elizabeth May Potter Hill, age 70, of San Antonio, died Wednesday, December 13, 1988. She was a
member of Christ Episcopal Church and Junior League of San Antonio. Mrs. Hill was also a member of Battle of
Flowers Association and P.E.O. Survivors: sons, Roger C. Hill, Jr., Ruessell [Russell] L. C. Hill, Eric P. C. Hill,
Christopher C. Hill, Bruce H. C. Hill, all of San Antonio; seven grandchildren; brothers, George Potter, William
Potter. Memorial Service, Friday, 1:30 P.M., Christ Episcopal Church the Rev. Mary Margaret Mueller and
Chaplain Mary Grace officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the American Institute for
Character Education, 8918 Tesoro Dr., San Antonio, Tex. 78217. Interment in Mission Burial Park South,
arrangements with Porter Loring. [San Antonio Express-News, Thursday, December 15, 1988]
More About Elizabeth May Potter:
Burial: 16 Dec 1988, Mission Burial Park South, San Antonio, Bexar, TX 147
Children of Roger Hill and Elizabeth Potter are:
+ 50 i. Roger Chilton 12 Hill II, born Private.
+ 51 ii. Russell Lewis Chilton Hill, born Private.
52 iii. Eric P. C. Hill, born Private.
+ 53 iv. Bruce Hardy Chilton Hill, born Private.
54 v. Christopher Chilton Hill, born Private.
Child of Roger Hill and Frances Hall is:
+ 55 i. Stacey Lynn 12 Hill, born Private.
35. William Groos 11 Clark (Helen Gaylord 10 Watlington, Charlotte 9 Groos, Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine
Amalie 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Aneita Gaye Olds Private. She was born Private.
Child of William Clark and Aneita Olds is:
56 i. William Olds 12 Clark, born Private.
37. John Clarkson 11 Groos (Clarkson 10 , Friedrich Carl 9 , Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8 Willrich,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
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orn Private. He married (1) Melinda June Dawson Private, daughter of Aaron Dawson and Tessa Sprawls.
She was born Private. He married (2) Susan Louise Baltes 148 Private, daughter of Louis Baltes and Ollie Powell.
She was born 17 Jun 1948 in Bexar Co., TX 148 , and died 30 Dec 2005 in Bexar Co., TX 149 .
Notes for Susan Louise Baltes:
Groos
Susan Baltes Groos, age 57, passed away on Friday, December 30, 2005, in San Antonio, Texas. MEMORIAL
SERVICE WEDNESDAY JANUARY 4, 2006 4:00 P.M. ALAMO HEIGHTS UNITED METHODIST
CHURCH 825 E. BASSE ROAD In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to American Diabetes Association,
8918 Tesoro Drive, San Antonio, Texas; Music Fund of Alamo Heights United Methodist Church or Alamo
Heights School Foundation. You are invited to sign the guestbook at www.porterloring.com Arrangements with
Porter Loring Mortuary. [San Antonio Express-News, January 1, 2006]
San Antonio Express News
01/06/2006
Groos
Susan Baltes Groos of Garden Ridge passed away on Friday, December 30, 2005, at the age of 57. She is
preceded in death by her father, Louis Michael Baltes. She is survived by her husband, John Groos; her mother,
Louise Baltes of San Antonio; her sister, Mary Dunker and Mary's husband, Ken and stepson, Chris, of Salem,
Virginia; and her stepdaughter, Mindi Payne and husband, Del and grandchildren, Asher, Zoe and Shelby Payne
of Denver, Colorado. Susan obtained her Bachelors of Education degree from McMurry University and held a
Masters of Education from Incarnate Word University with a teaching field in Spanish. Susan retired after
teaching Spanish at Alamo Heights High School for 29 1/2 years. She was Secretary of the Texas Foreign
Language Association in 1994, served on the Spanish Committee of the Texas State Textbook Review
Committee, was Book Reviewer for the journal, Hispania, and was past President of the American Association of
Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese, San Antonio de Bejar. Susan was a member of the San Antonio Country
Club and a lifelong member of Alamo Heights United Methodist Church. MEMORIAL SERVICE
WEDNESDAY JANUARY 4, 2006 4:00 P.M. ALAMO HEIGHTS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 825 E.
BASSE ROAD Honorary Pallbearers: William B. Coleman, III, William B. Coleman, IV, George Read Coleman,
Ken Kunker, Chris Dunker and William P. Clark. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Alamo Heights
School Foundation, 7800 Broadway, San Antonio, Texas; the Music Fund of Alamo Heights United Methodist
Church; and American Diabetes Association, 8918 Tesoro Drive, San Antonio, Texas. You are invited to sign the
guestbook at www.porterloring.com Arrangements with Porter Loring Mortuary. [San Antonio Express News,
January 6, 2006]
Child of John Groos and Melinda Dawson is:
57 i. Melinda Tess 12 Groos, born Private.
38. Cynthia Anna 11 Groos (Clarkson 10 , Friedrich Carl 9 , Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8 Willrich,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. She married William Ballin Coleman III Private, son of William Ballin Coleman, Jr.. He was
born Private.
Children of Cynthia Groos and William Coleman are:
58 i. William Ballin 12 Coleman IV, born Private.
59 ii. George Read Coleman, born Private.
39. Fredrich Carl 11 Groos III (Friedrich Carl 10 , Friedrich Carl 9 , Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Martha Grace Bailey Private, daughter of Travis Bailey and Martha
Wiggins. She was born Private.
Children of Fredrich Groos and Martha Bailey are:
60 i. Gretchen Radley 12 Groos, born Private. She married Peter R. Broderick Private; born Private.
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61 ii. Lieschen Lanham Groos, born Private. She married Harding Conrad McEldowney Private; born Private.
41. Gustav Julius 11 Groos III (Gustav Julius 10 , Friedrich Carl 9 , Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married (1) Kristine Arlitt Private, daughter of William Arlitt. She was born
Private. He married (2) Helen Westbrook Hicks Private, daughter of Franklin Hicks and Martha Bussa. She
was born Private.
Child of Gustav Groos and Kristine Arlitt is:
62 i. Gustav Julius 12 Groos IV, born Private.
Child of Gustav Groos and Helen Hicks is:
63 i. William Penniman 12 Groos II, born Private.
42. William Penniman 11 Groos (Gustav Julius 10 , Friedrich Carl 9 , Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Monnie Madeleine Brown Private, daughter of Joseph Brown and
Stella Megginson. She was born Private.
Children of William Groos and Monnie Brown are:
64 i. Sarah Brown 12 Groos, born Private.
65 ii. Anna Penniman Groos, born Private.
66 iii. Julia Talbot Groos, born Private.
Generation No. 5
43. George Stanley 12 Gideon, Jr. (Margaret Elise 11 Guenther, Ernst Otto 10 , Elise Frederike 9 Groos, Anna
Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 09 Jul 1944 in Pensacola, Escambia, FL, and died 05 Nov 2001 in
Kimble Co., TX. He married Martha Ann Smith Private, daughter of Frank Smith and Ethel Manning. She was
born Private.
Notes for George Stanley Gideon, Jr.:
Joe Gideon, Jr.
Joe Gideon, Jr., 57, of Beaumont died Monday, November 5, 2001. Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM Friday,
November 9, at St. Mark's Episcopal Church under the direction of Broussard's on McFaddin in Beaumont.
Visitation will be from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Thursday, November 8, at the mortuary. A native of Pensacola,
Florida, he lived in Beaumont since 1975 and was president of Gideon Distributing, Inc. and a U. S. Army
Vietnam veteran. He is survived by his wife, Martha Ann Gideon of Beaumont; daughters, Michelle Gideon
Dubnansky of Waypahu, Hawaii and Gretchen Gideon of Houston; son, Trey Gideon of Beaumont; parents,
George and Margaret Gideon of Houston; brothers, Bill Gideon of Houston and Jim Gideon of Austin; and sister
Charlene Gideon of Houston. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 680 Calder,
Beaumont, Texas 77702 and American Heart Association, Beaumont Division, P.O. Box 7015, Beaumont, Texas
77726-7015.
Children of George Gideon and Martha Smith are:
+ 67 i. George Stanley 13 Gideon III, born Private.
68 ii. Michelle Elise Gideon, born Private. She married Richard Frank Dubnansky, Jr. Private; born Private.
69 iii. Gretchen Suzanne Gideon, born Private.
46. James Leslie 12 Gideon (Margaret Elise 11 Guenther, Ernst Otto 10 , Elise Frederike 9 Groos, Anna
Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Amy Elizabeth Rozga Private, daughter of
405

Anthony Rozga and Helen Rozga. She was born Private.
Child of James Gideon and Amy Rozga is:
70 i. Matthew Guenther 13 Gideon, born Private.
50. Roger Chilton 12 Hill II (Roger Chilton 11 , Emmie Carlotta 10 Giesecke, Anna Franciska 9 Groos, Anna
Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Jan Landon Barber Private, daughter of
Ernest M. Barber. She was born Private.
Children of Roger Hill and Jan Barber are:
71 i. Roger C. 13 Hill III, born Private.
72 ii. Landon Chloe Hill, born Private.
73 iii. Carlotta Louise Hill, born Private.
51. Russell Lewis Chilton 12 Hill (Roger Chilton 11 , Emmie Carlotta 10 Giesecke, Anna Franciska 9 Groos,
Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 ,
Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married (1) Reva Ann Northrup Private,
daughter of Ross Blake Northrup, Jr.. She was born Private. He married (2) Laurie Kay Wagener Private,
daughter of James Wagener and Ruth Hoffman. She was born Private. He married (3) Carrie L. Smith Private.
She was born Private.
Children of Russell Hill and Reva Northrup are:
74 i. Megan Blake 13 Hill, born Private.
75 ii. Betsy Russell Hill, born Private.
53. Bruce Hardy Chilton 12 Hill (Roger Chilton 11 , Emmie Carlotta 10 Giesecke, Anna Franciska 9 Groos,
Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 ,
Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Ellen Sawtelle Private, daughter of
Charles Sawtelle and Kathryn Young. She was born Private.
Children of Bruce Hill and Ellen Sawtelle are:
76 i. Kathryn Marie 13 Hill, born Private.
77 ii. Russell Chilton Hill II, born Private.
78 iii. Sarah Elizabeth Hill, born Private.
79 iv. Thomas Edmund Bruce Hill, born Private.
55. Stacey Lynn 12 Hill (Roger Chilton 11 , Emmie Carlotta 10 Giesecke, Anna Franciska 9 Groos, Anna
Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Robert Gerard Yetman Private, son of Leo
Yetman and Maichaele Gregg. He was born Private.
Child of Stacey Hill and Robert Yetman is:
80 i. Marian Louisa 13 Yetman, born Private.
Generation No. 6
67. George Stanley 13 Gideon III (George Stanley 12 , Margaret Elise 11 Guenther, Ernst Otto 10 , Elise
Frederike 9 Groos, Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann
August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Brandey
Paulette Nevils Private, daughter of Jackie Nevils and Audrey Myers. She was born Private.
Child of George Gideon and Brandey Nevils is:
81 i. Greta Smith 14 Gideon, born Private.
406

Endnotes
1. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Maverick
County, Eagle Pass, Page 20.
2. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, E. D. 16, Page 34.
3. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
Precinct 1, San Antonio, Ward 8, Block 4207, E. D. 15, Page 1A.
4. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, Ward 8, E. D. 110, Page 10A.
5. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Sunday, November 17, 1946.
6. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Maverick
County, Eagle Pass, Page 20.
7. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, E. D. 16, Page 34.
8. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, August 22, 1895.
9. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, November 18, 1946.
10. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, E. D. 16, Page 34.
11. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
Precinct 1, San Antonio, Ward 8, Block 4207, E. D. 15, Page 1A.
12. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, Ward 8, E. D. 110, Page 10A.
13. Social Security Death Index.
14. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
15. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Maverick
County, Eagle Pass, Page 20.
16. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, E. D. 16, Page 34.
17. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, Precinct 1, Ward 4, E. D. 77, Page 7B.
18. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, Ward 8, E. D. 60, Page 5A.
19. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
Precinct 1, San Antonio, Ward 8, Block 4207, E. D. 15, Page 1A.
20. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Wednesday, April 6, 1949.
21. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, Precinct 1, Ward 4, E. D. 77, Page 7B.
22. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, Ward 8, E. D. 60, Page 5A.
23. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, January 5, 1931.
24. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Wednesday, April 6, 1949.
25. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, January 5, 1931.
26. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Maverick
County, Eagle Pass, Page 20.
27. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, E. D. 16, Page 34.
28. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, Ward 8, E. D. 110, Page 9B.
29. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
Precinct 1, San Antonio, Ward 8, Block 4219, E. D. 22, Page 8A.
30. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, Ward 8, E. D. 110, Page 9B.
31. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Certificate 36827, Bexar Co., TX.
32. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, August 14, 1950.
33. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, Ward 8, E. D. 110, Page 9B.
34. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
Precinct 1, San Antonio, Ward 8, Block 4219, E. D. 22, Page 8A.
35. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, Ward 8, E. D. 110, Page 9B.
36. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Tuesday, January 21, 1936.
37. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, August 14, 1950.
38. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Tuesday, January 21, 1936.
407

39. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, E. D. 16, Page 34.
40. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
Precinct 1, San Antonio, Ward 8, Block 4207, E. D. 15, Page 1A.
41. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, Ward 8, E. D. 110, Page 10A.
42. Social Security Death Index.
43. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
44. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Sunday, April 27, 1969.
45. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, Ward 8, E. D. 110, Page 10A.
46. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Wednesday, March 24, 1965.
47. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
48. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Wednesday, March 24, 1965.
49. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, Ward 8, E. D. 110, Page 10A.
50. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
Precinct 1, San Antonio, Ward 8, Block 4207, E. D. 15, Page 1A.
51. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, March 9, 1964.
52. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
53. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, March 9, 1964.
54. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, Precinct 1, Ward 4, E. D. 77, Page 7B.
55. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, E. D. 27, Page 11B.
56. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, Precinct 1, Ward 4, E. D. 77, Page 7B.
57. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
58. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, E. D. 27, Page 11B.
59. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, June 17, 1909.
60. Social Security Death Index.
61. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
62. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Sunday, March 4, 1973.
63. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, March 15, 1962.
64. Social Security Death Index.
65. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
66. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, March 15, 1962.
67. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, Precinct 1, Ward 4, E. D. 77, Page 7B.
68. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fort Bend
County, Precinct 2, E. D. 10, Page 4A.
69. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Wharton
County, Precinct 3, E. D. 164, Page 2A.
70. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fort Bend
County, Precinct 2, E. D. 10, Page 4A.
71. Social Security Death Index.
72. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
73. Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), The Houston Chronicle, December 21, 1999.
74. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
75. Social Security Death Index.
76. Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), The Houston Chronicle, December 21, 1999.
77. Social Security Death Index.
78. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, Ward 8, E. D. 110, Page 9B.
79. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
Precinct 1, San Antonio, Ward 4, Block 1999, E. D. 15, Page 14A.
80. Social Security Death Index.
81. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
82. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
Precinct 1, San Antonio, Ward 4, Block 1999, E. D. 15, Page 14A.
83. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, November 11, 1971.
84. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, Ward 8, E. D. 110, Page 9B.
85. Social Security Death Index.
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86. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Tuesday, February 4, 1969.
87. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
88. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Tuesday, February 4, 1969.
89. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, Ward 8, E. D. 110, Page 9B.
90. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
Precinct 1, San Antonio, Block 1947, E. D. 15, Page 14B.
91. Social Security Death Index.
92. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
93. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Wednesday, November 1, 1989.
94. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
San Antonio, Ward 4, E. D. 58, Page 1A.
95. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
Precinct 1, San Antonio, Block 1947, E. D. 15, Page 14B.
96. Social Security Death Index.
97. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, January 9, 1975.
98. Social Security Death Index.
99. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, August 28, 1967.
100. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
101. Social Security Death Index.
102. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
103. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, June 8, 1959.
104. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
105. Social Security Death Index.
106. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Tuesday, February 10, 1987.
107. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
108. Social Security Death Index.
109. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, November 25, 1993.
110. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
111. Social Security Death Index.
112. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, November 25, 1993.
113. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
114. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
115. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, November 19, 1993.
116. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
Precinct 1, San Antonio, Ward 8, Block 4207, E. D. 15, Page 1A.
117. Social Security Death Index.
118. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, July 10, 1986.
119. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
120. Social Security Death Index.
121. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, August 13, 1999.
122. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, July 10, 1986.
123. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, August 13, 1999.
124. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
Precinct 1, San Antonio, Ward 8, Block 4207, E. D. 15, Page 1A.
125. Social Security Death Index.
126. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Wednesday, May 27, 1998.
127. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
128. Social Security Death Index.
129. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Dallas, Dallas,
Precinct 1, E. D. 17, Page 10B.
130. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Dallas,
Highland Park, Precinct 1, E. D. 57, Page 45A.
131. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Sunday, October 16, 1938.
132. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
133. Social Security Death Index.
134. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Dallas, Dallas,
Precinct 1, E. D. 17, Page 10B.
135. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
136. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Saturday, December 22, 1984.
137. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Wednesday, May 27, 1998.
138. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Saturday, December 22, 1984.
139. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), The San Antonio Express-News, September 16, 2001.
140. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Bexar County,
Precinct 1, San Antonio, Ward 4, Block 2322, E. D. 71, Page 16B.
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141. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), The San Antonio Express-News, September 16, 2001.
142. Social Security Death Index.
143. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), The San Antonio Express-News, September 16, 2001.
144. Social Security Death Index.
145. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
146. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Wednesday, December 14, 1988.
147. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, December 15, 1988.
148. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
149. San Antonio Express-News, San Antonio, Texas, (Newspaper), January 1, 2006, January 3, 2006, January 6, 2006.
410

Otto
Sladczyk
1891 - 1967
Margaretha
Willrich
1872 - 1956
Patricia Joan
Janik
Private -
Robert Joseph
Abbott
Private -
Tillie
Struve
1895 - 1967
Victor C.
Sladczyk
1865 - 1933
Robert Leland
Abbott, Jr.
Private -
Aimee Lyn
McCarter
Private -
Arthur E.
Sladczyk
1894 - 1968
Evelyn Emilie
Willrich
Private -
Lisa Emily
Abbott
Private -
Joseph George
Janik
Private -
Helena
Wildner
- Unknown
Descendants of Otto August George Willrich
Otto A.
Willrich
1845 - 1929
George Otto
Willrich
1875 - 1950
Cont. p. 413 George Otto
Willrich, Jr.
1910 - 1964
Joseph Emil
Janik
1924 - 1976
Deborah Marie
Parker
Private -
Anna
Kloss
1847 - 1922
Anna
Wieting
1888 - 1914
Elenora F.
Horelica
1908 - 1986
Donna Ann
Janik
Private -
Cont. p. 418 Matthew Ryan
Johnson
Private -
411
Otto Thomas
Willrich, Sr.
1877 - 1933
Cont. p. 414 Otto Thomas
Willrich, Jr.
1923 - 1944
John Truman
Johnson
Private -
Michael John
Johnson
Private -
Anna Eliese
Von Minden
1887 - 1968
Olivia
Schaefer
1900 -
Unknown
Carrie Mae
Willrich
Private -
Cont. p. 416 Amy Kay
Hudgins
Private -
Amanda L.
Polak
Private -
Augusta
Willrich
1879 - 1942
Gustav Carl
Schaefer
1901 - 1919
Leslie Walter
Hudgins
Private -
Kristin Leigh
Polak
Private -
Randle Wayne
Polak
Private -
George Carl
Schaefer
1872 - 1948
George Otto
Schaefer
1904 -
Unknown
Cont. p. 415
Brooke Allison
Polak
Private -
Cont. p. 417
Cont. p. 412

Cont. p. 411 Hans Anderson
Willrich
1881 - 1951
Hans Anderson
Willrich, Jr.
1915 - 1990
Diane Evelyn
Etheridge
Private -
Evelyn
Mason
1881 - 1965
June Evelyn
Willrich
Private -
Doyce Lynn
Etheridge
Private -
Edward P.
Haskins
Private -
James H.
Travis, Jr.
Private -
Suzanne E.
Travis
Private -
Harry T.
Carson
Private -
Descendants of Otto August George Willrich
Otto A.
Willrich
1845 - 1929
Louis Otto
Willrich, Jr.
1913 - 1985
Louis Otto
Willrich III
1944 - 2007
Stephanie Ann
Willrich
Private -
Anna
Kloss
1847 - 1922
Lauren Elise
Pennell
Private -
Elizabeth Frew
Carlon
1920 - 1993
Robbie Jane
Crawford
Private -
Kevin Robert
Pennell
Private -
412
Louis Otto
Willrich
1883 - 1937
Norine M.
Martin
1889 - 1944
Cont. p. 421 Gloria Jeanne
Burns
Private -
Norine E.
Willrich
1914 - 2000
Fritz
Willrich
1885 - 1886
James David
Cowhig, Jr.
Private -
James David
Cowhig
1910 - 1995
Cont. p. 423 Cont. p. 424 Josephine E.
Cowhig
Private -
Elise
Willrich
1886 - 1906
Cheryl Elaine
McNalley
Private -
Cont. p. 420
John Russell
Cowhig
Private -
Cont. p. 419
Cont. p. 422

Samuel S.
Sengelmann III
Private -
Sarah Jane
Sengelmann
Private -
Cont. p. 411 Hilda Ruth
Sladczyk
1896 - 1961
Samuel S.
Sengelmann
Private -
Robin
Overton
Private -
Robert Stephen
Sengelmann
Private -
Alice Ann
Ward
Private -
Elizabeth W.
Sengelmann
Private -
James Jerome
Elick II
Private -
Samuel S.
Sengelmann
1897 - 1984
James Jerome
Elick
Private -
Samuel J.
Elick
Private -
Descendants of Otto August George Willrich
Margaretha
Willrich
1872 - 1956
Fritz
Sladczyk
1898 - 1968
Gustav Jack
Sengelmann
1930 - 1999
Victor C.
Sladczyk
1865 - 1933
Cont. p. 426 Gary Jack
Sengelmann
Private -
413
Dolores L.
Keding
Private -
Cleo Marie
Claycomb
- 1957
George
Sladczyk
1899 - 1989
Jane A
Goodin
Private -
Viola
Sladczyk
1901 - 1987
Cont. p. 425 Wilburn Lee
Loessin
Private -
Wilburn B.
Loessin
1904 - 1989
Faye Ola
Broome
Private -
Cont. p. 427 Wilburn Lee
Loessin, Jr.
Private -

Scott Edward
Willrich
Private -
Cont. p. 411 Antonia
Korenek
1913 - 1964
Cheryl Lynn
Cleveland
Private -
Vernice Ann
Klesel
Private -
Kimberly Ann
Willrich
Private -
Descendants of Otto August George Willrich
George Otto
Willrich
1875 - 1950
Werner G.
Willrich
1912 - 1981
Werner Lee
Willrich
Private -
Anna
Wieting
1888 - 1914
Helen H.
Heger
Private -
Rosemarie
Prince
Private -
Justin Jeremy
Wiesman
Private -
414
Sophie M.
Mazac
Private -
Andrew S.
Willrich
Private -
Pegi Ann
Pokluda
Private -
Peter Michael
Willrich
Private -
Myrtle Agnes
Arceneaux
1919 - 1989
Leslie Stephen
Willrich
Private -
Stephen C.
Willrich
Private -
Leslie Hans
Willrich
1914 - 2002
Juanita Alicia
Delgadillo
Private -
Paula Elise
Willrich
Private -
Mabel Odom
Harpster
Private -

Descendants of Otto August George Willrich
George Otto
Willrich, Jr.
1910 - 1964
Cont. p. 411 Margie
Gavender
Private -
George Russell
Willrich
Private -
Lynn Marie
Willrich
Private -
Brent Ray
Watson
Private -
Elenora F.
Horelica
1908 - 1986
George Joseph
Willrich
Private -
Jimmy Ray
Watson
Private -
Haverty Lynn
Watson
Private -
415
Margaret Ann
Mullins
1941 - 2005
Shirley Ann
Willrich
Private -

Cont. p. 411 Wanda Kay
Janik
Private -
Garrett Evan
Corley
Private -
Steven M.
Corley
Private -
David Stephen
Janik
Private -
Kyle David
Janik
1983 - 1983
Descendants of Otto August George Willrich
Evelyn Emilie
Willrich
Private -
Jenna Elise
Janik
Private -
Delores Ruth
Gold
Private -
Neill David
Janik
Private -
Joseph Emil
Janik
1924 - 1976
416
Terence P.
Janik
Private -
Ty Willrich
Janik
Private -
Tammie Sue
Joines
Private -
Cont. p. 429 Carrie Lynn
Zieschang
Private -
Gayle Marie
Janik
Private -
Kenneth Lee
Cordes II
Private -
Paul Albert
Zieschang
Private -
Jason Amos
Zieschang
Private -
Cont. p. 428

Descendants of Otto August George Willrich
Carrie Mae
Willrich
Private -
Cont. p. 411 Steven Edgar
Hudgins
Private -
Taylor Demny
Hudgins
Private -
Leslie Walter
Hudgins
Private -
Tamara Denise
Demny
Private -
Colin Andrew
Hudgins
Private -
417
Andrew D.
Hudgins
Private -
Rex Willrich
Hudgins
Private -
Suzanne Agnes
Polak
Private -

Cont. p. 411 Christopher S.
Janik
Private -
Descendants of Otto August George Willrich
Joseph George
Janik
Private -
Monica T.
Villarreal
Private -
Deborah Marie
Parker
Private -
Jaime Renee
Janik
Private -
Haley Robyn
Ritter
Private -
418
Robert W.
Ritter
Private -
Jennifer Marie
Ritter
Private -
Jennifer Marie
Janik
Private -
Joe Tom
Haby
Private -

Chester Lee
Allen, Jr.
Private -
Christopher L.
Allen
Private -
Jenna
Allen
Private -
Marilyn
Woodson
Private -
Paula
Allen
Private -
Myra Lynn
Allen
Private -
Grace Ruth
Lueders
Private -
Matthew S.
Sontheimer
Private -
Descendants of Otto August George Willrich
Otto A.
Willrich
1845 - 1929
Cont. p. 412 Anna B.
Willrich
1888 - 1918
Chester Lee
Allen
Private -
Dara
Mueller
Private -
Rita Anne
Allen
Private -
Charles Edwin
Mueller, Jr.
Private -
Anna
Kloss
1847 - 1922
Edgar T.
Lueders
1889 - 1977
Charles Edwin
Mueller
Private -
419
Cont. p. 432
Rita Anna
Willrich
1891 - 1988
Mark Allen
Mueller
Private -
Randall H.
McCollum
Private -
Cont. p. 433
Thomas R.
Lueders
1916 - 1995
Gretchen May
Lueders
Private -
Elizabeth Ann
Painton
Private -
Cont. p. 430
Cont. p. 431

Eric Winston
Brackett
Private -
Bryant Carroll
Brackett
Private -
Robert Cannon
Brackett
Private -
Juliet
Amenta
Private -
Paul
Brackett
Private -
Steven B.
Brackett
Private -
Marjorie Ann
Brackett
Private -
Ann Willrich
Atkinson
Private -
Descendants of Otto August George Willrich
Louis Otto
Willrich
1883 - 1937
Cont. p. 412 Ann Martin
Willrich
Private -
Stephanie L.
Tomek
Private -
Gene W
Shaner
Private -
Susanna C.
Lawson
Private -
Susan Clare
Atkinson
Private -
Cont. p. 435 Grant Steven
Gallun
Private -
Norine M.
Martin
1889 - 1944
Robert Mount
Atkinson, Sr.
1914 - 1976
Chad Steven
Gallun
Private -
Harrison J.
Lawson
Private -
420
William John
Walsh
Private -
Carolina Leigh
Lawson
Private -
Mary Jane
Willrich
1923 - 1990
Robert J.
Lawson
Private -
Donald Harold
Manes
Private -
Robert Mount
Atkinson, Jr.
Private -
Amanda Elaine
Atkinson
Private -
Robert A.
Cagle
Private -
Sandra Elaine
Mack
Private -
John Wayne
Cagle, Jr.
Private -
Charles Mack
Cagle
Private -
Mary Elizabeth
Atkinson
Private -
Cont. p. 434

Cont. p. 412 Francis B.
Willrich
Private -
David Brandon
Willrich
Private -
Tyler Brandon
Willrich
Private -
Rosemary L.
Blomquist
Private -
Christine M.
Flores
Private -
Jennifer A.
Willrich
Private -
Cont. p. 437 Julia M.
Krempin
Private -
Chad Robert
Krempin
Private -
Descendants of Otto August George Willrich
Louis Otto
Willrich, Jr.
1913 - 1985
Steven Louis
Willrich
Private -
Elizabeth Frew
Carlon
1920 - 1993
Terry Allen
Baber
Private -
Chase Allan
Baber
Private -
421
Elizabeth C.
Willrich
Private -
Bernard F.
Donohoe
1933 - 2004
Melissa Marie
Willrich
Private -
Gerard Martin
Willrich
Private -
Jonathan D.
Siebert
Private -
Tonnie Ruth
Bland
Private -
Joseph Gerard
Willrich
Private -
Cont. p. 436
Kari Ann
Roan
Private -

Cont. p. 412 Norine Ellen
Cowhig
Private -
Mary Elizabeth
McWhorter
Private -
Descendants of Otto August George Willrich
John Douglas
McWhorter
Private -
Catherine A.
McWhorter
Private -
Norine E.
Willrich
1914 - 2000
Austin James
Webb
Private -
James David
Cowhig
1910 - 1995
Margaret Ann
Cowhig
Private -
422
Jordan D.
Webb
Private -
Stephen E.
Webb
Private -
Stephen Lee
Webb
Private -
Denis Martin
Cowhig
Private -
Patrick C.
Cowhig
Private -
Cindy
Carpenter
Private -
Kathleen C.
Cowhig
Private -

Descendants of Otto August George Willrich
Louis Otto
Willrich III
1944 - 2007
Cont. p. 412 Heather Jane
Willrich
Private -
Eric
Stern
Private -
423
Robbie Jane
Crawford
Private -
Ashley E.
Willrich
Private -
Juan Pablo
Cruz
Private -

Descendants of Otto August George Willrich
James David
Cowhig, Jr.
Private -
424
Gloria Jeanne
Burns
Private -
Cont. p. 412 James David
Cowhig III
Private -

Cont. p. 413 Eleanor M.
Stevens
Private -
Amy
Sladczyk
Private -
Descendants of Otto August George Willrich
John S.
Black
Private -
George
Sladczyk
1899 - 1989
George
Sladczyk, Jr.
Private -
Kay
Sladczyk
Private -
Cleo Marie
Claycomb
- 1957
425
Jo Ann
Pressler
Private -
Mary Ellen
Sladczyk
Private -
Linda Kay
Sadler
Private -
James Edward
Sadler
Private -
Karen
Sadler
Private -

Descendants of Otto August George Willrich
Samuel S.
Sengelmann
Private -
Cont. p. 413 Martha Ann
Cherry
Private -
Alice Ann
Ward
Private -
William Ward
Sengelmann
Private -
426
William S.
Sengelmann
Private -
Pamela Sue
Wilmore
Private -
Gretchen G.
Sengelmann
Private -

Descendants of Otto August George Willrich
Gustav Jack
Sengelmann
1930 - 1999
Cont. p. 413 Gregory David
Sengelmann
Private -
Dolores L.
Keding
Private -
427
Mark Allen
Sengelmann
Private -
Shea Ryan
Sengelmann
Private -
Denise Kelly
Wagner
Private -
Eric Allen
Sengelmann
Private -

Cont. p. 416 Joan Renee
Janik
Private -
Amanda E.
Raynor
Private -
William G.
Raynor
Private -
Chad William
Raynor
Private -
Descendants of Otto August George Willrich
Evelyn Emilie
Willrich
Private -
Thomas Dale
Janik
Private -
Derek Dale
Janik
Private -
Joseph Emil
Janik
1924 - 1976
Barbara Lynn
Tipton
Private -
April Lynn
Janik
Private -
428
Mary Lynn
Janik
Private -
Emily Ann
Janak
Private -
Gregory W.
Janak
Private -
Megan Leigh
Janak
Private -
Nancy Jean
Janik
Private -
Kevin Jon
Alexander
Private -
Timothy Jon
Alexander
Private -
Brett Joseph
Alexander
Private -

Descendants of Otto August George Willrich
Terence P.
Janik
Private -
Cont. p. 416 Todd Kinnard
Janik
Private -
429
Tammie Sue
Joines
Private -
Traci Elizabeth
Janik
Private -

Descendants of Otto August George Willrich
Cont. p. 419
Gretchen May
Lueders
Private -
430
Raymond H.
Campbell
Private -
Elisa Katherine
Campbell
Private -

Descendants of Otto August George Willrich
Thomas R.
Lueders
1916 - 1995
Elizabeth Ann
Painton
Private -
Cont. p. 419 Lisa Mavis
Lueders
Private -
431
Travis
Gonzales
Private -
William D.
Gonzales
Private -

Descendants of Otto August George Willrich
Cont. p. 419
Charles Edwin
Mueller, Jr.
Private -
432
Wendy Louise
Coil
Private -
Kyle R.
Mueller
Private -

Descendants of Otto August George Willrich
Gretchen May
Lueders
Private -
Cont. p. 419 Derek H.
McCollum
Private -
433
Randall H.
McCollum
Private -
Joy Christine
Yarbrough
Private -

Descendants of Otto August George Willrich
Robert Mount
Atkinson, Jr.
Private -
Cont. p. 420 Jason Russell
Atkinson
Private -
Miller Robert
Atkinson
Private -
Sandra Elaine
Mack
Private -
Shannon Ann
Gay
Private -
Charles Patrick
Atkinson
Private -
434
Neil Mack
Atkinson
Private -
Vera Elizabeth
Rice
Private -
Sarah Leia
Atkinson
Private -

Descendants of Otto August George Willrich
Steven B.
Brackett
Private -
435
Stephanie L.
Tomek
Private -
Cont. p. 420 Robert Cannon
Brackett II
Private -
Adelbert
Brackett
Private -

Cont. p. 421 Thomas F.
Willrich
Private -
Descendants of Otto August George Willrich
James Robert
Willrich
Private -
Louis Otto
Willrich, Jr.
1913 - 1985
Alicia
Harrison
Private -
Anna Teresa
Sanchez
Private -
Elizabeth Frew
Carlon
1920 - 1993
436
Mary Jane
Willrich
Private -
Carlos Alfonso
Sanchez
Private -
Alfonso
Sanchez, Jr.
Private -
Enrique A.
Sanchez
Private -
Victoria Marie
Sanchez
Private -

Descendants of Otto August George Willrich
David Brandon
Willrich
Private -
Cont. p. 421 Natalie Rose
Willrich
Private -
437
Rosemary L.
Blomquist
Private -
Tiffany Lynne
Willrich
Private -

Descendants of Otto August George Willrich
Generation No. 1
1. Otto August George 8 Willrich (Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 ,
Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 1,2,3,4 was born 28 Feb 1845 in Uelzen, Germany 4 , and died 12 Feb
1929 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX 5 . He married (1) Helena Wildner 10 Jan 1867 in Fayette County, Texas 6 . She
died Unknown. He married (2) Anna Kloss 7,8,9,10 17 Dec 1870 in Fayette County, Texas, daughter of Emil
Kloss. She was born 23 Nov 1847 in Mecklenburg, Germany 10 , and died 26 Jan 1922 in Fayette Co., TX 11 .
Notes for Otto August George Willrich:
Aged Citizen Ill
Otto Willrich, Sr., living near the city, and one our older citizens of many years, is reported in a serious condition
at the family home, with little hopes held out for his recovery. He was brought to the La Grange Hospital early
Wednesday morning. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, January 24, 1929]
THE OLD OAK WITHERS AND DIES
"As sturdy as the oak" - until the heavy hand falls and response is inevitable. So "Come unto Me all ye who are
weary, and heavy laden, and I will give thee rest."
OTTO WILLRICH, SR.
Born in Elsen, Hanover, Ger. February 19, 1845
Died at La Grange, Texas February 13, 1929
Aged 83 yrs, 11 mos, 24 dys
In paying a tribute to this good citizen I seek not to worm my way into the good graces of those who were his
dependents, as children, I refer to the man whom I have known since my early youth; I use the honorable name
"man" because, in the circle in which he lived he had the respect of every one who knew him, and never hesitated
to extend to me the right hand of fellowship. To have known him is one of the precious assets of mine. He
belonged to that class of citizens who have made the world a better place in which to live; the legacy he leaves to
his children is not measured according to his holdings, but in the standard of worth, which prompts those who
knew him well, to say: "This was a man." He scorned to do a dishonest act, and was a living example of the son
who believed it a valuable privilege to uphold, without stain - by act or speech - the name of his ancestors. From
his home, established when he took unto himself a mate, there was sent out a family of children who looked upon
the father as an example to emulate. Otto Willrich was a citizen who craved no honors; in his retiring manner of
living, not alone or unto himself; the doors were opened by the magic word of welcome to all who cared to enter.
And with endowment the Creator gives to the sturdy oak of the forest, to withstand the ravages of time and the
vicissitudes of life, he bore, with fortitude, whatever affliction there was visited upon him, realizing that the lot of
all men, like the cross to the Savior, must be borne. He accepted these edicts as they were tendered. And when
the Great Reader, of the Chart of Life, wrote the edict, January 26, 1922, that a companionship of 52 years should
cease, he bowed in acquescence, and saw Mama Anna, his wife, start on her celestial journey. All partings are
painful, he lived on, patiently awaiting the hour when his name would be announced; yet he manifested his usual
interest in all things, and stood ready, like the soldier of honor, to obey a command. The world will not stop
moving because he is gone; the world will not be changed, because of his going; there are too many of us still
here, but this vacancy his going has caused, will be sacred to those who bear his descendency, and it will be an
inspiration to them, because, Otto Willrich, Sr., was a worthy trustee, a guardian of the name entrusted to him.
He has passed to his sons and daughters, the sword of his father, of his grand-sires, and thereon is no tarnish. He
was a credit to his family name. The loving prefix of father, following that of a son and grandson, remains as a
memory in the circle in which he lived, and in the minds of relative and friend. I sincerely regret that my
enfeebled condition prevented my attendance upon the hour when they carried him to his resting place. I am glad
it was my privilege to have known him, I would have been happier to have been more closely associated with
him. The sympathy, at the loss of a father and brother, is expressed to his sisters, and to his children. B.F.
HARIGEL
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Otto Willrich was brought to America by his parents when still an infant - only one year old. His parents settled
in the old Bluff section and took up farming. When Otto reached his fourteenth year, he was taken back to
Germany, in order that he might receive the advantage of the tutelage of earned educations at his birthplace, and
for four years he remained in Germany. Returning to Fayette County as a young man, and to the parental home,
he entered as a farmer and in the year 1870, was united in marriage with Miss Anna Kloss who made him a good
wife, became the mother of his children and helped to rear a very interesting family. Eleven children blessed this
union; the living children are: Mrs. V.C. Sladczyk, Otto Willrich, Jr., and Mrs. Augusta, wife of Geo. Schaefer -
La Grange; Geo. Willrich, farmer near La Grange, H. A. and Louis Willrich of Houston, and Miss Rita, who
nursed him in his declining years, and lived at the family home near the city. The children who preceded him
were: Mrs. E. Lueders, Miss Elise, also grown, and Fritz, aged 2 years. Mrs. Willrich died, as stated January 26,
1922. Two sisters and one half-sister also survive. These are: Mrs. Franziska Vogt, La Grange; Mrs. Anna Gross,
San Antonio; Mrs. Louise Koehler, La Grange. Mr. and Mrs. Otto Willrich, Sr., with their living children and
grandchildren present, and other relatives, celebrated the golden anniversary of their wedding, in the year 1920;
there are 18 grandchildren and one great grandchild who survive him. In attendance upon the funeral, held with
religious services by Rev. R. Heise, first at the home of his son-in-law, V.C. Sladczyk, Wednesday afternoon at
2:30, and the body taken to the Cedar Cemetery and placed by the side of his wife, were many, relatives and
friends - and the following from afar: Dr. Geo. Sladczyk of Port Arthur; Mr. and Mrs. S.S. Sengelmann of
Houston; H.A. Willrich and family; Arthur Sladczyk and Louis Willrich of Houston and Gus Gross of San
Antonio. Requiescat in Pace. [La Grannge Journal, February 14, 1929]
WILLRICH RELATIVES MEET IN ANNUAL REUNION, SUNDAY
The Fair Grounds, always an agreeable place to have a picnic, was used Sunday by members of the Willrich
family, descendants of the late Mr. and Mrs. Otto Willrich and relatives. There was present, a total of 33
members of the family. From other cities there came Louis Willrich and family, Sam Sengelmann and family and
Arthur Sladczyk and family of Houston; Mr. and Mrs. Otto Sladczyk of Yoakum. The remaining members of the
Sunday crowd are local. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, April 15, 1937]
More About Otto August George Willrich:
Burial: 13 Feb 1929, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
Notes for Anna Kloss:
Mrs. Otto Willrich, Sr.
Another of Fayette County's Older Citizens Journeys Hence
Late Thursday evening of last week death claimed another of the early settlers of the Bluff section, Mrs. Anna
Willrich, Sr., passing to her reward after an illness that had lasted only two days. At the time of her demise she
was in her seventy-fifth year. Mrs. Willrich was born in Mecklenburg, Germany, and came to America when she
was a small girl. Upon reaching her majority she became the wife of Otto Willrich, Sr., and to them were born
ten children, three of whom preceded the mother in death. ------- children, are as follows: Mesdames V. C.
Sladczyk and Geo. C. Schaefer, Otto Willrich, Jr., La Grange; George Willrich, Jr., of Bluff, Louis and H. A.
Willrich of Houston and Miss Rita at the old home. Of Mrs. Willrich it may be truly said she was a good wife
and mother, possessing the ever laudable hostess spirit and kindly consideration that made the Willrich home the
meeting place of relatives and friends. Her earthly remains were carried to the Cedar cemetery Saturday
afternoon and placed to their last rest. Rev. Heise officiating. Her maiden name was Miss Anna Kloss and she
was the last member of her family. [La Grange Journal, February 2, 1922]
More About Anna Kloss:
Burial: 28 Jan 1922, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas 11
Children of Otto Willrich and Anna Kloss are:
+ 2 i. Margaretha 9 Willrich, born 29 Nov 1872 in Bluff, Fayette Co., TX; died 02 Jan 1956 in La Grange,
Fayette Co., TX.
+ 3 ii. George Otto Willrich, born 16 Jan 1875 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX; died 25 Mar 1950 in Wharton,
Wharton, TX.
+ 4 iii. Otto Thomas Willrich, Sr., born 29 Nov 1877 in Bluff, Fayette Co., TX; died 18 May 1933 in Brenham,
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Washington, TX.
+ 5 iv. Augusta Willrich, born 18 May 1879 in Fayette Co., TX; died 18 Nov 1942 in Fayette Co., TX.
+ 6 v. Hans Anderson Willrich, born 07 May 1881 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX; died 05 Oct 1951 in Houston,
Harris, TX.
+ 7 vi. Louis Otto Willrich, born 03 May 1883 in Bluff, Fayette, TX; died 26 Nov 1937 in Houston, Harris, TX.
8 vii. Fritz Willrich, born 12 Feb 1885 in Fayette Co., TX; died 06 Jun 1886 in Fayette Co., TX.
More About Fritz Willrich:
Burial: Abt. 08 Jun 1886, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
9 viii. Elise Willrich 12,13 , born 21 Dec 1886 in Bluff, Fayette Co., TX 14,15 ; died 02 Jul 1906 in La Grange,
Fayette Co., TX 15 .
Notes for Elise Willrich:
A Sad Death.
The citizens of our little city were much shocked Monday morning to learn of the sad death of Miss Elise
Willrich which occured at the residence of her brother-in-law, George Schaefer. Miss Willrich was but
twenty years of age, a lady for whom every one entertained a high regard and for whom a bright future
had often been predicted. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Otto Willrich, born at Bluff in December
1886, and possessed a charming disposition, which endeared her to all. Her sudden demise, although not
entirely unexpected, was a shock to her friends, and the sympathy of the entire community is extended to
the surviving relatives. On June 19th, last, she came to LaGrange to attend the Summer Normal. She
attended the first day but as she was ill remained absent the second day, and suffered from swollen
tonsils. Although medical aid was solicited and loving hands administered to her every want, the
approach of death was apparent and as the illness finally culminated in blood poison, she passed away
Monday morning at 4 o'clock. The remains of the beloved young lady were conveyed to the Lewis
cemetery at Cedar and there interred. The cortege was very large. Peace be with her. [La Grange Journal,
July 12, 1906]
More About Elise Willrich:
Burial: Abt. 04 Jul 1906, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas 15
+ 10 ix. Anna B. Willrich, born 09 Sep 1888 in Bluff, Fayette Co., TX; died 10 Jul 1918 in Houston, Harris, TX.
11 x. Rita Anna Willrich 16,17,18,19 , born 12 Jan 1891 in Bluff, Fayette, TX 20,21,22 ; died 02 Oct 1988 in
LaGrange, Fayette, TX 23,24,25 .
Notes for Rita Anna Willrich:
Willrich
Miss Rita Willrich, 92, of La Grange passed away Sunday in Care Inn of La Grange when she was a
resident for a number of years. Funeral arrangements were pending Monday morning at Koenig-Peel
Funeral Home. [The Fayette County Record, Friday, September 30, 1988]
Willrich
Last rites for Miss Rita Willrich, 97, of La Grange were conducted Tuesday at 2 p.m. at Koenig-Peel
Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. William Hassel officiating. Burial was in the Cedar Cemetery. Miss
Willrich passed away Sunday in Care Inn of La Grange where she was a resident for a number of years.
She was born in Bluff, near La Grange, Jan. 12, 1891. She was the daughter of the late Otto and Anna
(Kloss) Willrich. She resided in the Bluff community until the death of her father and then moved to La
Grange to reside with her brother-in-law and sister, Mr. and Mrs. Victor Sladczyk. Although she never
married, she was like a mother to a number of her nieces and nephews. She took care of her father till
his death and also her sister Mrs. Sladczyk. Only immediate survivors are numerous nieces and
nephews. [The Fayette County Record, Friday, October 7, 1988]
More About Rita Anna Willrich:
Burial: Abt. 04 Oct 1988, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
Generation No. 2
2. Margaretha 9 Willrich (Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
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Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 26,27,28,29,30,31 was born 29 Nov 1872 in Bluff, Fayette Co.,
TX 31 , and died 02 Jan 1956 in La Grange, Fayette Co., TX 31 . She married Victor C. Sladczyk 32,33,34,35,36,37 28
Oct 1890 in Bluff, Fayette County, TX, son of Victor Sladczyk and Rosalie Navrath. He was born 24 Apr 1865
in Fayette Co., TX, and died 31 Jul 1933 in Port Arthur, Jefferson, TX 37,38 .
Notes for Margaretha Willrich:
Mrs. Sladczyk Dies; Funeral Wednesday
Mrs. V. C. Sladczyk, 83, a pioneer resident of La Grange and area, passed away at Fayette Memorial hospital
Monday. Mrs. Sladczyk, who was before her marriage Miss Margaretha Willrich, was born on the Bluff on Nov.
29, 1872. She was the daughter of the late Otto Willrich and Miss Anna Kloss. They were married in the Bluff
community on Oct. 22, 1890. Mrs. Sladczyk was bereft of her husband on July 31, 1933. The deceased was a
devoted member of the Presbyterian church. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p. m. at the Koenig
Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Martin officiating, and interment will be made in La Grange city cemetery.
She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. W. B. Loessin of La Grange and Mrs. S. S. Senglemann of Houston; four
sons, Otto of Yoakum, Fritz of La Grange, Arthur of Houston and Dr. George Sladczyk of Port Arthur; one.
sister, Miss Rita Willrich of La Grange; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, and a number of nieces
and nephews. [The Fayette County Record, January 3, 1956]
More About Margaretha Willrich:
Burial: 04 Jan 1956, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX 39
Notes for Victor C. Sladczyk:
The Sticker is authorized to announce Victor C. Sladczyk a candidate in the Democratic primaries for the Office
of Clerk of the District Court and soliciting your support. [The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, April 25, 1918]
News came to the relatives and was quickly conveyed to his friends, that V. C. Sladczyk, one of our good
citizens, and constable of this precinct at the time, had died at Port Arthur, Monday afternoon. Superfluous to say
that the news was received with expressions of genuine regret. Mr. Sladczyk was 68 years, 3 months and 7 days
old. V. C. Sladczyk was born and reared on a farm not many miles from La Grange, and was a son of the late
Capt. And Mrs. V. J. Sladczyk, pioneer settlers of the Ammannsville community. He grew to manhood on the
farm, and later engaged in the mercantile business, first here at La Grange and later at Kirtley, eventually
returning to La Grange. Plain, honest, and fair in his decision on all matters, he held the good will and esteem of
all who knew him. To him the friendship of a fellow being was a good asset and in his general conduct and
demeanor he sought to maintain that friendship. Prevailed upon, some years ago to enter politics, he made the
race for constable, and in that capacity served this precinct for several years. His health began to decline within
the past three years, and that once active and vigorous body was compelled to slacken the usual pace. Adhering
strictly to the medico's advice, and maintaining a determination to be of service, he traveled on. His friends well
knew of his delicate health but, as it ever is, all hoped that he would be spared to family for many years. In the
company of Mrs. Sladczyk, he left for Port Arthur where a son, Dr. George Sladczyk resides. It was while in that
city that death relieved his lease on life. The body was brought to La Grange, Tuesday, and from his late home on
Jefferson street the funeral was held, with interment at the new cemetery. Victor Sladczyk was united in marriage
with Miss Margrethe Willrich, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Otto Willrich of the Bluff section; he is survived
by his widow and the following children: Otto Sladczyk of Yoakum; Arthur Sladczyk of Houston; Fritz Sladczyk
of La Grange and Dr. George Sladczyk of Port Arthur; Mrs. S. S. (Hilda) Senglemann of Houston and Mrs. W. B.
(Viola) Loessin of La Grange. One brother, Hy. J. Sladczyk of La Grange, two sisters, Mrs. Hugo Ehlers and
Mrs. Arthur Koehler of La Grange; and two sisters, Mrs. Wm. Ehlers of San Antonio, and Mrs. Ad. Kehrer of
Schulenburg, survive. There are also five grandchildren. [La Grange Journal, August 3, 1933]
More About Victor C. Sladczyk:
Burial: 01 Aug 1933, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX 40
Marriage Notes for Margaretha Willrich and Victor Sladczyk:
Silver Wedding Anniversary
Thursday night of last week, Victor C. Sladczyk and wife celebrated the twenty-fifth anniversary of their wedding
day, and in the celebration they were affably assisted by their relatives and several friends. The gathering
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occurred at the family home on South Jefferson street. Plenty of good cheer prevailed, refreshments and edibles
were lavishly served and music, especially vocal added to the evening's enjoyment. "Hoch sollen sie leben" was
lustily sung, in which all joined. Twenty-five years of congenial happy married life is a blessing not all can enjoy.
As the years pass and age creeps upon us gradually we are more apt to recognize the real blessings and be
thankful for them. The Journal congratulates the couple, and expresses the hope that their fiftieth anniversary will
be celebrated with as much pomp and glory. [La Grange Journal, November 4, 1915]
Children of Margaretha Willrich and Victor Sladczyk are:
12 i. Otto 10 Sladczyk 41,42,43 , born 04 Aug 1891 in Bluff, Fayette Co., TX 44,45,46 ; died 20 Dec 1967 in
LaGrange, Fayette, TX 47,48 . He married Tillie Struve 49 19 Apr 1917 in Fayette County, TX; born 21 Dec
1895 in Texas 50 ; died 09 Mar 1967 in Yoakum, Lavaca, TX 50,51 .
Notes for Otto Sladczyk:
Otto Sladczyk Rites On Friday
Otto Sladczyk, retired Texas Highway department employee, passed away Wednesday at Fayette
Memorial Hospital at the age of 76. Funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the First Presbyterian
Church with Rev. Frank McElroy Jr. of here and Rev. Max Ecke of Yoakum officiating. Burial will be
in the La Grange City Cemetery under direction of Koenig Funeral Home. A son of V. C. and Margarey
Willrich Sladczyk, he was born the Bluff on August 4, 1891, and married Miss Tillie Struve here on
April 17, 1917. They lived in Yoakum for 38 years. Mr. Sladczyk having been a 40 year machinist with
the Highway Department until he retired. Mrs. Sladczyk preceded her husband in death on March 9 of
this year. The deceased, who lived here the past nine months, leaves one sister, Mrs. W. B. (Viola)
Loessin of La Grange; and three brothers, Fritz of La Grange, Arthur of Galveston and Dr. George
Sladczyk of Port Arthur. A sister, Mrs. Sam Sengelmann preceded Mr. Sladczyk in death. He will
remain at the Koenig Funeral Home until noon Friday. [The Fayette County Record, December 22,
1967]
More About Otto Sladczyk:
Burial: 22 Dec 1967, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX 52
Notes for Tillie Struve:
Mrs. Sladczyk 71, Interred Saturday
Funeral services for Mrs. Otto Sladczyk 71, of Yoakum were held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at The First
Presbyterian Church here and burial followed in the La Grange City Cemetery. Prior services were held
at the Buffington Funeral Home in Yoakum at 10 a. m. Saturday. Mrs. Sladczyk, a native of La Grange,
passed away Thursday at Yoakum. The deceased, nee Tillie Struve was born Dec. 21, 1895, as the
daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Leo Struve. She had resided at Yoakum with her husband for a
number of years. Survivors include her husband and two brothers, Louis and Frank Struve both of La
Grange. Koenig Funeral Home assisted with local funeral arrangements. [The Fayette County Record,
March 14, 1967]
More About Tillie Struve:
Burial: 11 Mar 1967, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX 53
13 ii. Arthur E. Sladczyk 54,55 , born 21 Jan 1894 in Texas 56 ; died 21 Mar 1968 in Houston, Harris, TX 57,58,59 .
Notes for Arthur E. Sladczyk:
SLADCZYK
Arthur E. Sladczyk, 74, Moody House, Galveston, passed away Thursday in a local hospital. Native of
La Grange, Texas. Former resident of Houston, World War I veteran. Member of the Presbyterian
Church, American Legion, VFW. Survivors Brother: Dr. George Sladczyk, Port Arthur; sister, Mrs.
Viola Loessin, La Grange. Visitation for family and friends until 7:30 Saturday forest Park Funeral
Home, 6900 Lawndale Ave. Remains will then be taken to the La Grange City Cemetery for funeral and
graveside services there at 11 AM, Saturday, Rev. Frank McElroy officiating. FOREST PARK
FUNERAL HOME, 6900 Lawndale Ave, WAlnut 8-5141. [The Houston Post, Friday, March 22, 1968]
Sladczyk Rites Here Saturday
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Graveside services were held at the La Grange City Cemetery at 11 a.m. Saturday for Arthur E. Sladczyk,
74, of Moody House in Galveston. The Rev. Frank McElroy officiated. Mr. Sladczyk passed away at
the Veterans Hospital in Houston. A La Grange area native, he was a long-time resident of Houston
where he was a furniture salesman. He was a World War I veteran and was a member of the Presbyterian
Church, American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars. Surviving are a sister, Mrs. W. B. (Viola)
Loessin of La Grange and a brother, Dr. George Sladczyk of Port Arthur. Two brothers, Otto and Fritz,
preceded him in death in the last three months. [The Fayette County Record, March 26, 1968]
More About Arthur E. Sladczyk:
Burial: 23 Mar 1968, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX 60,61
Military service: 1916
+ 14 iii. Hilda Ruth Sladczyk, born 29 Jul 1896 in Texas; died 15 Jul 1961 in Houston, Harris, TX.
15 iv. Fritz Sladczyk 62,63,64 , born 12 Jan 1898 in Bluff, Fayette Co., TX 65,66 ; died 13 Jan 1968 in Port Arthur,
Jefferson, TX 67,68 .
Notes for Fritz Sladczyk:
Fritz Sladczyk
Funeral services for Fritz Sladczyk, 70, were held Sunday, January 14, at 3:00 p.m. at the First
Presbyterian Church in La Grange with officiating. Burial was in the La Grange City Cemetery under
direction of Koenig Funeral Home. Mr. Sladczyk passed away in St. Mary's Hospital in Port Arthur on
Saturday. Born in Bluff, Texas, on January 12, 1898, the son of V. C. and Margaret Willrich Sladczyk,
he was a member of the American Legion and a World War 2 veteran. He was employed with the
Farmers Lumber Co. here for many years and was a life- - -. Survivors include one sister, Mrs. W. B.
(Viola) Loessin of La Grange; and two brothers, Arthur Sladczyk of ---- Sladczyk of Port Arthur. One
sister, Mrs. Sam Sengelman, and a brother, Otto, preceded him in death. [The La Grange Journal,
Monday, January 15, 1968 ]
More About Fritz Sladczyk:
Burial: 14 Jan 1968, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX 69
Military service: 1941
+ 16 v. George Sladczyk, born 06 Oct 1899 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX; died 01 Mar 1989 in Jefferson Co, TX.
+ 17 vi. Viola Sladczyk, born 16 Dec 1901 in Texas; died 19 Jun 1987 in Fayette Co., TX.
3. George Otto 9 Willrich (Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 70,71,72,73,74 was born 16 Jan 1875 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX 74 ,
and died 25 Mar 1950 in Wharton, Wharton, TX 75 . He married Anna Wieting 76 26 Oct 1909 in Fayette County,
TX 77 , daughter of Gerhardt Wieting and Hedwig Reihman. She was born 30 Jan 1888 in Plum, Fayette Co., TX,
and died 16 Oct 1914 in Bluff, Fayette Co., TX 78 .
More About George Otto Willrich:
Burial: Abt. 27 Mar 1950, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
Notes for Anna Wieting:
A Sad Death
Friday night Mrs. Anna, wife of George Willrich, Jr., of Bluff, died at the farm home, after an illness that had
lasted about ten days. When first stricken, she was not believed to be seriously ill, but it was soon noticed that a
surgical operation for appendicitis was absolutely necessary. Drs. Hoch and Schulze, after consultation decided
to have the operation performed, and secured the services of Dr. Thomas of Taylor. The doctor arrived on the
belated Katy, Thursday night, accompanied by a nurse, and the operation was successfully performed, but the
patient never rallied, and peacefully passed away the next morning. The home, which had been such a happy one
was broken, the mother of two little boys, aged four and two years, and one baby boy of seven months, has joined
the great majority. Six years ago she stood by the side of her now mourning husband and blushingly replied in
the affirmative to the officiating official. She was a good wife and mother and her departure has left a bleeding
wound, one which will ache and pain for many days. May the Creator comfort the grieving husband, her brothers
and sisters and protect the little motherless boys. Mrs. Willrich, whose maiden name was Witting, was born near
Plum, January 30, 1888, and was the possessor of a legion of friends. Our sincerest sympathy is offered to the
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mourning relatives. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, October 22, 1914]
More About Anna Wieting:
Burial: Abt. 18 Oct 1914, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas
Marriage Notes for George Willrich and Anna Wieting:
News From the Court House - Marriage Licenses
George Willrich, Jr., and Miss Annie Wieting
Geo. Willrich, Jr., of Bluff community, and Miss Annie Weiting were happily married Tuesday afternoon. In
this, the union of two young people from two of the oldest families in the county, we predict a continuous happy
honeymoon. The Journal's best wishes are extended. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, October 28, 1909]
Children of George Willrich and Anna Wieting are:
+ 18 i. George Otto 10 Willrich, Jr., born 19 Sep 1910 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX; died 18 May 1964 in Wharton,
Wharton, TX.
+ 19 ii. Werner Gerhard Willrich, born 05 Sep 1912 in La Grange, Fayette Co., TX; died 13 Aug 1981 in La
Grange, Fayette Co., TX.
+ 20 iii. Leslie Hans Willrich, born 14 May 1914 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX; died 22 Feb 2002 in Houston,
Harris, TX.
4. Otto Thomas 9 Willrich, Sr. (Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 79,80,81,82 was born 29 Nov 1877 in Bluff, Fayette Co.,
TX 83 , and died 18 May 1933 in Brenham, Washington, TX 83 . He married Anna Eliese Von Minden 84,85,86 02
Jul 1919 in Fayette County, TX 87 , daughter of Henry Von Minden and Minna Kupferschmidt. She was born 05
Dec 1887 in Rutersville, Fayette, TX 88 , and died 05 Aug 1968 in La Grange, Fayette, TX 88,89,90 .
Notes for Otto Thomas Willrich, Sr.:
Johnnie Koehler and Otto Willrich, while returning home after attending the funeral of Capt. Sladczyk Saturday
afternoon, suffered the animal they were driving to run away. In turning into a small ditch the jolt threw Mr.
Willrich out of the buggy, and in falling the young man sustained painful sprains in both ankles. At this writing
he is still confined to his bed and beside the severe pain of the injured members, is battling with fever. Johnnie
Koehler also received a sprained ankle. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, August 17, 1905]
Mrs. C. H. Steinmann Fatally Injured In Wreck
The shock experienced by close friends of the family of C. H. Steinmann and that of O. T. Willrich, when the
news was received by telephone early in the afternoon of Sunday, that the automobile driven by C. H. Steinmann,
had turned over three times on the concrete highway about five or six miles from Brenham, and that all occupants
were injured, one fatally, can be easily imagined. It is deploring enough to be compelled to chronicle the
incident, without giving a prolonged detail of the accident that claimed Mrs. Steinmann. The sudden termination
of a drive to the Agricultural and Mechanical College at Bryan, which had all the pleasure stored for offering, is
sufficient in itself to warrant the mention that it is most deplorable. Mr. and Mrs. O. T. Willrich and little son, O.
T. Jr., and their niece Miss Lorine Kruse, and Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Steinmann had left La Grange early Sunday
morning, their destination being College Station where the son of each of the two families are in attendance upon
the College. The trip from La Grange to Brenham was uneventful; after a brief stop, a short meal, the journey
was resumed, with Mr. Steinmann at the wheel, Mr. Willrich and son alongside. In the rear seat on the right side
sat Mrs. Steinmann, next to her Mrs. Willrich and Miss Kruse. We pass the detailed mention except to state that ,
as told to the Journal, Mr. Steinmann, finding his progress suddenly blocked by another automobile, crossing - the
driver of the other vehicle came in ahead of the Steinmann car - the highway, he swerved the car to the opposite
side and applied the brakes. It all happened in a moment. The Steinmann car ceased to travel naturally, turned
completely over three times and finally settled on its side. All managed to crawl from the wreck except Mrs.
Steinmann and Mr. Willrich; the latter was helped to a seat and while still conscious complained of pain and his
head dropped onto his breast. Mrs. Steinmann, partly out of the car was bleeding profusely and her husband,
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frantic, sought to compel her to speak; blood gushed from her face and head, she lived only a few moments. All
were taken as soon as possible to the Milroy Memorial Hospital at Brenham, where surgical and medical aid was
given, but upon examination by the surgeons, it was found that Mrs. Steinmann was beyond all earthly help. Her
body was taken in charge by the Brenham undertaker, and prepared for burial. Mr. and Mrs. Willrich remained at
the hospital, Mr. Willrich, according to all information obtainable, received a dislocated vertebrae and was
promptly placed in firm leather bandage, X-ray examination did not disclose a break, but a dislocation; Mrs.
Willrich, suffering internal pain and injuries to limb was able to see some of the many inquiring friends, and Miss
Lorine, whose foot was cut, was also retained at the Hospital. Little O. T., the son, escaped injury. Mr.
Steinmann, injured severely by bruise, with possible internal injuries, refused to remain at the Hospital, and
accompanied the body of his wife to La Grange, in an automobile, and both the funeral coach and the automobile
reached here shortly before eight o'clock. In care of Dr. Hoch, Mr. Steinmann was put to bed and made as
comfortable as possible. Monday afternoon, Rev. Chas. Nash, pastor of the First Presbyterian church officiated at
the funeral. Mrs. B. C. Westbrook of Dallas, niece of Mr. Steinmann, sang "Abide With Me," at the home,
preceding the religious services. Interment was held at the new cemetery. The attendance upon these last rites
was very large, the saddened faces gave evidence of the sincere sympathy that all encouraged for the stricken
family. Ladies of the Eastern Star, auxiliary of the Masonic Order, attended in a body, and officers of the
auxiliary rendered the beautiful and impressive ceremony at the open grave. In attendance, also, were the cadets
from A&M College, of which Weldon Steinmann was captain. Flowers, coming from every neighborhood,
beautiful emblems, a profusion that was spread out beyond the plat of ground, completely hid the earthen couch.
The active pallbearers were: Geo. E. Lenert, W. W. Few, John Schroeder, Roy H. Giese, P. A. Nikel, Wm.
Loessin, Cooney Letzerich and E. H. Moss. The honorary pallbearers, all friends of the family. Sunday last was
"Mother's Day." To these two families the day had a special meaning, each had a son at the College; the happy
expectancy, of pinning a flower on the boys at this College where the day was to be appropriately commemorated
is easily imagined. That pleasure a mother encourages, to witness the presence of her son, and to have been
honored with the duty of pinning that flower, unmindful of any other possibility than to arrive at the College, be
greeted by their sons, and spend in accord with the day, is recognized. Chatting, looking forward to the hour
when the exercises were to be held, few hours in genuine happiness, these two mothers were relegating all else,
and then - with the swiftness of the arrow the sudden change. The red flower, to have been worn by Weldon
Steinmann, the son, was removed, and the white flower taken. Mrs. Steinmann, a daughter of the late Mr. and
Mrs. A. E. Willenberg, was born in La Grange, August 26, 1881, the third daughter and the fifth child, and was
reared in La Grange. Her death leaves only one member of the Willenberg family, the eldest son, E. R.
Willenberg of Freeport. She was united in marriage with C. H. Steinmann in La Grange, November 11, 1906,
three children were born to this union. These are: Chris A. of Dallas, Miss Mildred, and the youngest son, to
graduate in June from the A&M College; Weldon. She is also mourned by two nieces and one nephew. Mother's
Day! What destiny could have assumed control on this the day when the offspring had welcomed the hour the
recognition of the day could be given. What can mortals, imbued with the thought that a tribute to the living
mother would bring happiness and incite more ennobling deeds on the part of the boy or the girl who experiences
the joy to remember her, offer except to encourage the hope that it was so decreed. Question not, is the rebuke;
the Journal editor, ever willing to add to the happiness of those who are so deserving, witnessing the scenes that
brighten the eyes of the parent and child and bring a happy beat to the heart, feels the keen loss that this husband
and these children experience. What comfort can the Journal offer to them in this their hour of grief, except to
point out the way, and accept the mandate as issued. Cruel? When we contemplate the happiness that seemed to
have been suddenly elevated to the throne, and witness the cruel change, from laughter to sob, from smile to tears,
nothing seems to be at our command. Let Him who stilled the storm and rebuked it, look upon those who today
are bowed in grief and stay the sorrow that has been so heavy. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, May 18, 1933]
Otto T. Willrich Failed To Return Home
When relatives who had visited with him at the Brenham Hospital last Wednesday afternoon, returned to La
Grange, they gave out the unfriendly report that while his condition was considered favorable, O. T. Willrich,
injured in the automobile accident the Sunday previous, was far from being able to return, and in the event he did
return, he would have to wear braces. Which, unwilling as were his relatives and friends to accept the inevitable,
denoted nothing less. That the invasion of death should occur, as fast as it did, was to everyone a painful shock.
Mr. Willrich died at about 3:00 o'clock Thursday morning.
Sunday, May 14 - Mother's Day
O. T. Willrich, Mrs. Willrich and son O. T., Jr., and niece, Miss Lorine Kruse, and Mr. and Mrs. C. H.
Steinmann, in the Willrich family automobile, were en route to College Station to attend the program arranged for
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the entertainment of fathers and mothers for Mother's Day, and met with a very deplorable accident. In that
accident Mrs. Steinmann was fatally injured and died within a few minutes after the automobile ceased to run; Mr.
Willrich was taken to the Brenham Hospital, a dislocated vertabrae being his chief injury. From Sunday morning
until Thursday morning he lingered, and at 3:00 o'clock, without a struggle, he passed to his reward. The body
was brought to La Grange and prepared for burial; at the family home in the western end of the city, funeral
services were held, and from the home the body was taken to the St. Paul Lutheran church, where Rev. R. Heise
spoke in eulogy of the departed and the choir and Sunday school sang appropriate hymns. The place of worship
was filled with sympathizing friends, on the church yard were equally as many, who came to mingle their tears
with those of the relatives and to pay respect to one who was ever regarded as a worthy citizen, a good father and
husband, a friend to those who desired his friendship. Interment was made at the new cemetery, with flowers
banked high and over much space at the newly acquired plot. The pall bearers were: O. E. Stolz, Alex. E. von
Rosenburg, O. E. Hagemann, Fred Wolters, Milton Schmidt and B. F. Harigel.
Biographical and Reference
Otto T. Willrich was born on what is generally known as Bluff, to the south of La Grange, and was the third child
of Mr. and Mrs. Otto Willrich, who lived in that part of the county for more than fifty years. He was reared on a
farm, and was instructed in the events of life yet to transpire, to be honest, frugal, and above all, gentlemanly in
his demeanor to his fellow man. His parents were of that high type of citizenry who merited the good will and
respect of their neighbors, and the children born to this union upheld that regard; Otto T. Willrich being a living
example for many years. Otto was born November 29, 1877; after leaving the farm he became associated with the
local firm, The von Rosenberg Company; his strict attention to business, his loyalty, and his genial approach to
custom, merited his continuance in the employ; that firm has lost a valuable man. Unpretentious, believing in that
principle that the best friends are those who are friends because their friendship is merited, he lived in peace and
contentment with everyone. Fourteen years ago, late in years of manhood, he was united in marriage with Mrs.
Annie Addicks, and that union was blessed with one child, O. T. Jr. The widow and son survive. He is also
survived by two brothers in Houston, Louis and Hans, and one brother of near La Grange, George Willrich.
Three sisters, Mesdames V. C. Sladczyk and George Schaefer, and Miss Rita Willrich also survive. There are a
number of nieces, cousins and nephews who will miss this good old boy, who always had the right hand extended
in welcome. The little widow, injured in the same accident, her face still discolored and her limbs aching from
the effects of that injury, bore up bravely; she will miss him as all loving wives shall miss their chosen
companion, but, in her firm belief she accepts the verdict of the Master, and looks forward to that day when the
reunion shall occur. "It is God's will, and I shall not complain." What more beautiful can be the words of one
who leaned upon the staff of her husband, and with him found peaceful happiness in their church membership.
Her older son, Gilbert O. Addicks, to whom Otto was ever an advisor and companion, upheld the arms of his
mother and with equal fortitude bore up well under the affliction, both in the same faith and hope, looking
forward to that Great Day when events of this sad nature shall cease. Flowers are brought to the bier of one
whom the community loved; in the passing of a citizen, that touch of Nature that makes the whole world kin, is
exemplified by deed, and words of sympathy expressed. When the sad news came, there was manifested an
interest and sincere sympathy that would bring to the confession of appreciation, grateful words from the most
indifferent. The little widow, abed still from her injuries, welcomed her friends, they came constantly and with
that open-hearted feeling of kinship created by the severing of the threads of life, sought to allay the pain that this
parting had created. The Journal believed in the man all knew as plain, good and kind Otto Willrich, the
friendship of long standing suffered the blow to be inflicted and questioned not; yet, as the editor looked upon the
calm, placid face, and in the next room saw the little woman who had, hand in hand gone down the pathway of
life in real happiness, carrying on with him in every reversal as well as gladsome event, witnessed their sincere
devotion and unflinching faith in their religious demeanor, it brought the usual query: "Why this separation?"
May Time deal gently with all who are feeling the pang of a temporary parting, and may the eventide, when the
joy was experienced ever, at the home-coming, be robbed of its cruel sting, and that absence which is so keenly
felt, become less effective, to the end that even she who believed and still believes, may find comfort at the
knowledge that temporary absence is but a meagre part of that course of human experience that ends in blissful
communion, when loved ones shall gather together again, for all time. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, May
25, 1933]
More About Otto Thomas Willrich, Sr.:
Burial: Abt. 20 May 1933, City Cemetery, La Grange, Fayette, TX
Notes for Anna Eliese Von Minden:
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NEWS FROM THE COURTHOUSE
Items of Interest Copied From the Court Dockets - Probate Court
Guardianship of the estate if Gilbert Addicks, minor; Mrs. Annie Addicks, guardian. Mrs. Annie Addicks
appointed permanent guardian; bond fixed at $2,000. Report in lieu of inventory. Last will and testament of John
Addicks probated upon testament of Louis Voelkel, Jr.; Appraisers: Walter Kneip, O. K. Zapp and Lee Smith. J.
H. Addicks appointed executor without bond. [La Grange Journal, July 18, 1918]
Mrs. Annie Willrich and son, O. T., having spent the holiday week with relatives and friends in Port Arthur,
returned to La Grange, last Friday. [La Grange Journal, Thursday, January 7, 1937]
Annie Willrich, 80 Passes Away Monday
Funeral services for Mrs. Annie Willrich, 80, were held Wednesday, August 7, at 2:00 P.M. at the St. Paul
Lutheran Church with Rev. Clarence Oestreich officiating. Burial was in the La Grange City Cemetery. Mrs.
Willrich passed away Monday at her residence. She was born in Rutersville on December 5, 1887, a daughter of
Henry and Minna Copperschmidt Von Minden, and was married to Otto T. Willrich, who passed away on May
18, 1933. She had resided in the community most of her life. Surviving are three sisters, Mrs. Marie Liebscher of
Rutersville, Mrs. Fritz (Emma) Koopman of La Grange, and Miss Meta Von Minden of Austin; two
grandchildren, Frank M. Addicks of Knoxville, Tenn., and Gilbert R. Addicks, Jr., of Atlanta, Ga.; and two greatgrandchildren.
Mrs. Willrich remained at Koenig Funeral Home until noon Wednesday. [La Grange Journal,
Thursday, August 8, 1968]
More About Anna Eliese Von Minden:
Burial: 07 Aug 1968, City Cemetery, La Grange, Fayette, TX 91
Marriage Notes for Otto Willrich and Anna Von Minden:
The La Grange Journal
Thursday, July 14, 1919
Quiet Wedding
Otto Willrich, salesman in the employ of the Von Rosenberg Company, and Mrs. Annie Addicks, accompanied
by Misses Mary Sulak and Agnes Meinen, autoed out to the home of Rev. K. Kern at Swiss Alp Wednesday
afternoon of last week and were quietly married at the home of the pastor. Immediately after the ceremony they
left for Schulenburg where they boarded the east bound Southern Pacific passenger train for Houston and
Galveston to enjoy a brief honeymoon. The contracting parties have a legion of friends in this city and wherever
known, all of whom join the Journal in extending congratulations and good wishes for a happy married life. They
will reside in this city.
Child of Otto Willrich and Anna Von Minden is:
21 i. Otto Thomas 10 Willrich, Jr. 92,93 , born 12 Jan 1923 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX 94,95 ; died 17 Aug 1944 in
France 96 .
Notes for Otto Thomas Willrich, Jr.:
BOY SCOUTS RECEIVE THEIR CHARTER
Friday evening of last week installation ceremonies were held at the city park and the local Boy Scout
troop was made an organization. District Promotion Chairman P. T. Beach had charge, and presented
the charter to Chairman L. W. Stolz. C. V. Batot, Scout Master, presented certificates and badges.
Many witnessed the ceremonies. The roster includes Ted Beach, Wayne Dickerson, Leerie and Kervin
Giese, Alfred Ehlers, Sidney Herzik, J. C. Yeary, Manuel Palmer, Robert Pieratt, Leroy Sulik, Leon
Schultz, O. T. Willrich, Ralph Walter, Thurston Pierce, Lynn Grasshoff, Charles Schaefer and Charles
Wern. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, October 17, 1935]
SCHOOL MENTION - GERMAN CLUB
Tuesday morning, October 18, the German Club met with its sponsor, Miss Walling, for the purpose of
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e-organizing and electing officers. With 34 eager members responding to the call, the meeting got well
under way. The following were elected officers of the German Club:
Joe Lene Chernik, president.
O. T. Willrich, vice-president.
Leola Stolz, secretary.
Kervin Giese, treasurer.
Robert Pratka, reporter.
Thursday morning, Oct. 20, the executive committee, which is composed of the officers, met for the
purpose of deciding on a few important questions that arose during the Club's first meeting. Among
those decided on was, that the Club would meet twice a month on Tuesday mornings; one being a
business meeting, and the other being a social meeting. The social meetings, though, may be held after
school hours. In order to have the social meetings, the executive committee decided that the members
would pay dues when they were called upon to do so, and the Club would also find other means to raise
money so that the finances of the Club will not rest solely upon the members. The president also
appointed the following committees before the meeting adjourned:
Program - O. T. Willrich, chairman; Katherina Gebhardt, Eurallie Munsch, Jimmie Janson, Marjorie
Logan, Lloyd Lenert.
Entertainment - Helen Hausler, chairman; Wilbert Jaster, Evelyn Hoelter, Leerie Giese, Bernice Loehr.
Refreshments - Elna Janssen, chairman; Junell Salm, Elsie Hensel, Manuel Palmer, Alfred Ehlers.
ROBERT PRATKA, Reporter. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, October 27, 1938]
Capt. Willrich Visits With Mother
History repeats itself, if we become serious enough to study and willing enough to admit. This week
Mrs. Anna Willrich has as her most welcome guest, her son, Capt. O. T. Willrich, attending A. & M.
College and recently becoming a senior. Coupled with that he has been promoted to Captain of the
Cadet Corps in his division. Final review was held Saturday upon which the promotion occurred; at the
same review Kerwin and Leery Giese (sons of Dist. Clerk Giese) were promoted, Kerwin to 1st
lieutenant, Troop A, Cavalry, and Leery to 2nd lieutenant; Leroy Sulik was also promoted to lieutenant,
same troop; Kermit Brendle, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Brendle of Route No. 2, was promoted to captain,
infantry staff. Capt. Willrich was among those who, dressed in white duck, served as a body guard to
Governor Stevenson at his inauguration last week, and were honored by the Austin Chamber of
Commerce with a luncheon. In the reception room of the Governor they were given a brief expression of
thanks and good will, after serving appropriate to their guard duties, by Gov. Stevenson. The guards
were the Ross Volunteers. Captain Willrich said all of the proceedings were nice, but the weather man
had to dish out one of his cold reserves which, in their duck suits, called for reserve strength on their
part. He says, however, the event will not be forgotten ----. The boys from La Grange ----their
promotions, are all graduates of the 1940 class of the La Grange High School. Felix Dykes, of the 1938
class and Lee Otto Legler of the 1940 class are included in the mention. Advancing to senior, the boys
will be given the regular four months semester and go forward, as the academic course will be reduced
and military instructions will be given preparatory to entering an official training school. From Capt.
Willrich the Journal also leans the Jimmy Knight, present at the “ring” dance – Jimmy is another La
Grange graduate – announced his engagement to a pretty young Miss from San Antonio – Miss Sarah
Jean Heil – and now attending the State University. He was “overwhelmed.” Jimmy will be heard from
later. The statement is made in the opening paragraph of this mention that “history repeats itself”; the
explanation is easy. From the early immigration of the Willrichs from across the pond there has been a
military connection. Many now residing here can recall the efforts of the late Judge Geo. Willrich, first
as captain of the Fayette Light Guards and later as Major in the Spanish-American war. It has a very
familiar sound when we speak of “Capt. Willrich” in connection with the promotion given to the young
man now of La Grange. [La Grange Journal, Thursday, January 28, 1943]
LT. O. T. WILLRICH, LA GRANGE, IS KILLED IN FRANCE ON AUG. 17
Was With Patton's 3rd Army In Drive On Luxembourg
Second Lieut. O. T. Willrich, 21, of La Grange was killed in action in France on August, 17, according
to a message received by his mother, Mrs. Annie Willrich, late Monday afternoon from the war
department. Lieut. Willrich was with the 35th Infantry Division, a part of Lieut. Gen. George S. Patton's
Third Army, which at that time was headed for Luxembourg. He was the first army officer from La
Grange to lose his life in World War II, and was a high school mate of Ensign Alton W. Hanisch, who
perished in a plane crash off the West Coast August 26. Lieut. Willrich was born at La Grange on
January 12, 1923, and graduated from high school here in 1940. He entered Texas A. and M. college,
and lacked only seven semester hours (six weeks of work) of graduating when he was called by the army
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on Mary 21, 1943. After being stationed for a time at Fort Sam Houston, he was sent to officers'
candidate school at Fort Benning, Georgia, where he received his commission on January 21 this year.
His next station was Fort Jackson, South Carolina, until early June, when he was sent to England and
then to France on July 7. His last letter to his mother was written on August 13. Over four days . . . He
told of a hard battle. Beside his mother, he leaves a half-brother, Capt. Gilbert Addicks of Knoxville,
Tennessee, who is stationed in the state of Georgia. [Fayette County Record, Friday, September 8, 1944]
More About Otto Thomas Willrich, Jr.:
Burial: Unknown, City Cemetery, La Grange, Fayette Co., TX
5. Augusta 9 Willrich (Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 97,98,99,100,101 was born 18 May 1879 in Fayette Co., TX 101 , and
died 18 Nov 1942 in Fayette Co., TX 101 . She married George Carl Schaefer 102,103,104 18 Oct 1898 in Fayette
County, TX 105,106,107 , son of Carl Schaefer and Louisa Helmcamp. He was born 13 Feb 1872 in Bluff, Fayette
Co., TX 108 , and died 18 Mar 1948 in La Grange, Fayette Co., TX 108,109 .
Notes for Augusta Willrich:
Mrs. Augusta Schaefer
Wednesday, November 19, 4:00 p.m. Mrs. Augusta Schaefer, wife of Geo. Schaefer, died at the La Grange
Hospital. Funeral arrangements to be made later. Complete obituary will appear in the next issue of the Journal.
[La Grange Journal, November 19, 1942]
Mrs. Augusta Schaefer, wife of Geo. C. Schaefer, died Wednesday, November 18, aged 63 years and 6 months.
Funeral services were held at the chapel of the Koenig Funeral Home, Friday afternoon at 3:00 o'clock, Rev. R.
Heise officiating. Interment was in the new city cemetery, Koenig Funeral Home in charge. Mrs. Schaefer was a
daughter of the late Otto and Anna Willrich, nee Klose, and was born May 18, 1879 near La Grange. She was
united in marriage with Geo. C. Schaefer, October 18, 1898, and to this union was born three children, one son
dying in June 1919. The living children are Miss Olivia Schaefer of La Grange and Gussie C. Schaefer of Port
Arthur. There are two sisters, Mrs. Marguerite Sladczyk and Miss Rita Willrich of La Grange and two brothers,
H. A. Willrich of Houston and Geo. Willrich of Magnet. Mrs. Schaefer's health began to decline several years
ago yet she continued to maintain her cheerful and friendly disposition until recently when the incurable malady
sapped her strength with a vengeance. [La Grange Journal, November 26, 1942]
More About Augusta Willrich:
Burial: 20 Nov 1942, City Cemetery, La Grange, Fayette Co., TX 110
Notes for George Carl Schaefer:
Geo. C. Schaefer, 76, Is Interred Saturday
Funeral services were held Saturday at the Koenig Funeral Home Chapel here for George C. Schaefer, 76, who
passed away at the local hospital Thursday after a five-months' illness. Rev. H. T. Flachmeier officiated, and
interment was made in the New City Cemetery. Mr. Schaefer was born in the Bluff community on February 13,
1872 and was baptized by Rev. Kern at Swiss Alp. On October 18, 1898 he married Miss Augusta Willrich.
Mrs. Schaefer passed away November 18, 1942. Mr. Schaefer was engaged in business in La Grange for many
years, most recent of which was the operation of the filling station where the office of the Royal Crown Bottling
Co. is now located. He was also an honorary member of the La Grange Fire Department. A son, Gussie Carl who
died in 1919 at the age of 17, was the first Boy Scout in La Grange to pass away. Survivors are his daughter,
Miss Olivia Schaefer of La Grange; son, George Otto Schaefer of Sabine; and three sisters, Mrs. Louis Bollmeyer
of here, Mrs. Louis Eck of near La Grange and Mrs. W. O. Luedemann of Schulenburg. [The La Grange Journal,
Thursday, March 25, 1948]
More About George Carl Schaefer:
Burial: Abt. 20 Mar 1948, City Cemetery, La Grange, Fayette Co., TX
Marriage Notes for Augusta Willrich and George Schaefer:
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Mr. Geo. Schaefer, one of our prominent young business men, and Miss Augusta Willrich, were happily married
Tuesday afternoon at the residence of the bride’s parents, in the Bluff neighborhood, Justice Horace Ledbetter
officiating. We extend our congratulations and wish the newly wedded couple much joy and happiness during
their wedded life. They left on the 6:30 train Tuesday for Galveston, where they will remain a few days. [La
Grange Journal, Thursday, October 20, 1898]
Children of Augusta Willrich and George Schaefer are:
22 i. Olivia 10 Schaefer 111,112 , born 1900 in Texas; died Unknown.
Notes for Olivia Schaefer:
The Houston Post
Saturday, February 13, 1926
La Grange
Mrs. Robt. Peter entertained the Friday Bridge and the Girls’ Bridge club on Wednesday afternoon.
Miss Viola Sladczyk for holding high score and Miss Lillian Sladczyk for success in cutting were
presented attractive souvenirs. Those present were: Miss Jeanette Alexander, Miss Gertrude Alexander,
Miss Annette Killough, Miss Myrta Hermes, Miss Laura Weber, Mrs. Will Morgan, Mrs. Ben C. Diebel,
Mrs. J. W. Holloway, Mrs. F. Koehler, Mrs. Frank Reichert Jr., Mrs. H. R. Clark, Mrs. A. Schlafler, Mrs.
Earl Greenshield, Mrs. Edwin Reiss, Mrs. Ed Mattingly, Mrs. A. V. Smith, Mrs. Clinton Stotz, Mrs. R.
Wilcox, Mrs. A. R. Ehlers, Miss Olivia Schaefer, Mrs. E. A. Scheel, Miss Viola Sladczyk, Miss Lillian
Sladczyk, Mrs. A. F. Weber Jr.
23 ii. Gustav Carl Schaefer 113 , born 17 Sep 1901 in Fayette Co., TX; died 08 Jun 1919 in San Antonio, Bexar,
TX 114 .
Notes for Gustav Carl Schaefer:
Died At San Antonio
Eighteen Year Old Lad Succumbs After Surgical Operation
The sad news came from the hospital at San Antonio Saturday morning that Gussie, eldest son of Mr.
and Mrs. Geo. Schaefer, who was taken to the hospital at San Antonio last Friday, was critically ill. In
response Mrs. Schaefer left for Schulenburg and there boarded the train for the Alamo city. Sunday
afternoon Gussie gave up the battle and joined the ever increasing band. The remains were brought to La
Grange Monday afternoon and from the family residence Tuesday morning the funeral was held,
interment taking place at the new cemetery, Rev. R. Heise officiating. Many friends and relatives were in
attendance. Gussie had numerous friends among the boys, and the writer remembers him favorably
because of his great kindness to him. He was never asked for a favor from us but what he most willingly
responded. Having complained little of his affliction, it was first believed that the condition of the
appendix was such as to need an operation. On Wednesday he was over at Schulenburg with friends; on
Thursday, after calling in the physician, it was decided to have him taken to the hospital. He
accompanied his father and doctor to Schulenburg and there boarded the Southern Pacific train for the
hospital. When operated, it was found that the appendix had begun to mortify. All efforts to save the
lad's life failed. Our sincerest sympathy is extended to the mourning parents and other relatives. Gussie
was seventeen years, eight months and twenty-one days old. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, June 12,
1919]
More About Gustav Carl Schaefer:
Burial: 10 Jun 1919, City Cemetery, La Grange, Fayette, TX 114
24 iii. George Otto Schaefer 115,116 , born 1904 in Texas; died Unknown.
6. Hans Anderson 9 Willrich (Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 117 was born 07 May 1881 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX,
and died 05 Oct 1951 in Houston, Harris, TX 118 . He married Evelyn Mason 119 12 Aug 1914 in Houston, Harris,
TX 120 . She was born 16 Jan 1881 in Texas, and died 29 Jan 1965 in Houston, Harris, TX 121 .
Notes for Hans Anderson Willrich:
Hans A. Willrich, 70, 2611 Stanford St. died 1:15 AM Friday in a Houston hospital. Native La Grange, lived
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Houston 52 years. Member First Methodist Church. Accountant, Coastal Supply Company. Survivors: Widow,
Mrs. Evelyn Willrich; daughter, Mrs. June Travis, Houston; grandaughter, Suzanne Travis, Houston; sisters, Mrs.
Gretchen Sladczyk, Miss Reta Willrich, La Grange; several nieces, nephews. Services 10 AM Saturday, drawing
room, Settegast-Kopf Home, the Rev. Elton E. Stephenson. Burial , Forest Park Cemetery. Pallbearers: James
Cowhig, Sam Sengelmann, Arthur Sladczyk, Elred Carlisle, Louis Willrich, Robert Atkinson. Honorary
pallbearers: Carl Otto, Henry Feebles, E. E. (Bob) Robertson, H. L. Taylor, Lt. Col. J. P. Mason, Aubrey Riley,
C. T. Mason, J. E. Carlisle, employees Coastal Supply Co. Settegast-Kopf Company. [The Houston Post,
Saturday, October 6, 1951]
More About Hans Anderson Willrich:
Burial: 06 Oct 1951, Forrest Park Lawndale, Houston, Harris, TX 122
Notes for Evelyn Mason:
Willrich
Mrs. Evelyn Mason Willrich, 84, of 2611 Stanford, passed away Friday in a local hospital. Native and former
resident of Gonzales, had lived in Houston 68 years. Member First Methodist Church. Survivors: Daughter, Mrs.
June Travis, Houston; son, H. A. Willrich, Temple; sister, Mrs. J. E. Carlisle, Baytown; granddaughter, Miss
Suzanne Travis, Houston; several nieces and nephews. Private funeral services 1 PM Saturday Forest Park
Lawndale Funeral Chapel, Rev. Frederick Marsh. Interment Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery. Pallbearers: John
Mason, Aubrey L. Riley, John A. Riley, Eldred M. Carlisle, James D. Cowhig, Louis O. Willrich. fOrest Park
Funeral Home, 6900 Lawndale Ave. WAlnut 8-5141. [The Houston Post, Saturday, January 30, 1965]
More About Evelyn Mason:
Burial: 30 Jan 1965, Forest Park Lawndale, Houston, Harris, TX 123
Marriage Notes for Hans Willrich and Evelyn Mason:
Willrich – Mason Wedding
A very pretty wedding was solemnized Wednesday evening at 8 o’clock at the First Methodist Church when Miss
Evelyn Mason was married to Hans O. Willrich. Reverend Cook of the McAshan Methodist church performing
the ceremony. The church was attractively decorated with palms and ferns which were used to form an arch.
From the middle of the arch a wedding bell, made of white roses was suspended. White roses and other
seasonable flowers were used for the adornment of the church. Prof. Heinzleman played the Lohengrin Wedding
March for the processional march and the Mendelssolm March as the recessional. He also accompanied Miss
Laura Baines, who sang”God Made Thee Mine,” preceding the ceremony. The bride was costumed in an elegant
tailored suit of silk crepe which fashioned in the new fall style, was of the new brick shadings. Her hat of the
same color showed a pleasing contrast of color by the use of blue plumes. Her bouquet, made of bride roses and
fern, gave a finishing touch to the costume. A handsome bar pin, the gift of the groom, was the only ornament
worn. She was given in marriage by her brother, C. T. Mason, and was met at the altar by the groom and the best
man, L. O. Willrich. The ushers were Messrs. J. P. Mason, Walter B. Buschardt, J. H. Alsobrook Jr. and Mason
A. Baines. Many handsome gifts were received among which were several cheques from the relatives of the
groom. One particularly interesting telegram received was the congratulatory telegram from Abe Levy in New
Hampshire. Immediately after the ceremony, the couple left for a stay at the Galvez, later going to La Grange.
They will be at home after September 15 at 1611 Tuam Avenue, where they will be pleased to welcome their
many friends. [The Houston Post, Thursday, August 13, 1914]
Children of Hans Willrich and Evelyn Mason are:
25 i. Hans Anderson 10 Willrich, Jr. 124 , born 1915 in Texas; died 21 Feb 1990 in Harris Co., TX 125 .
Notes for Hans Anderson Willrich, Jr.:
WILLRICH
Hans A. Willrich, Jr., 74, died Wednesday, February 21, 1990. He is survived by his sister, June Travis
of Houston; one niece, Suzanne Carson of St. Joseph, Michigan; one great-niece, Diane Etheridge of
Houston. Private service will be held under the direction of Forest Park Lawndale Funeral Home. [The
Houston Post, Friday, February 23, 1990]
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More About Hans Anderson Willrich, Jr.:
Burial: Abt. 23 Feb 1990, Houston, Harris County, TX
+ 26 ii. June Evelyn Willrich, born Private.
7. Louis Otto 9 Willrich (Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 126,127,128 was born 03 May 1883 in Bluff, Fayette, TX 129 , and
died 26 Nov 1937 in Houston, Harris, TX 130 . He married Norine M. Martin 131,132 14 Feb 1912 in Houston,
Harris, TX 133,134 . She was born 03 Mar 1889 in Hearne, Robertson, TX, and died 12 Jun 1944 in Houston,
Harris, TX 135 .
Notes for Louis Otto Willrich:
Willrich – Louis O. Willrich, 54, of 1101 MacGregor, died at 11 a.m. Friday at his home. He had been a resident
of Houston for 35 years. He was private secretary and auditor for Dan Japhet. Surviving are his wife, Mrs.
Narine Martin Willrich; a son, L. O. Willrich, Jr.; three daughters, Narine Elizabeth, Ann Martin and Mary Jane
Willrich, all of Houston; three sisters, Mrs. Gretchen Sladczyk, Mrs. Augusta Schaefer, and Miss Rita Willrich,
all of La Grange; and two brothers, George Willrich of La Grange and Hans A. Willrich of Houston. Funeral
services will be held at the home at 10 a.m. Saturday and at Holy Rosary church at 10:15 a.m. Rev. E. C. Fowler
will officiate. Burial will be in Forest Park cemetery under the direction of Perry-Foley funeral home. Active
pallbearers will be E. C. Japhet, C. B. Japhet, D. E. Japhet, W. J. Stoner, C. R. Allen, E. P. Cuenod, C. A.
Casperson and A. F. Miller. Honorary pallbearers will be D. A. Japhet, Sigmond Rothschild, J. A. Wilkins, Dr.
W. W. Coulter, R. S. Coon, Norman Atkinson, L. B. N. Schneider, L. F. Schweikart, Franklin C. Jones, Dr. H. J.
Ehlers, Floyd Easterwood, E. B. McGeever of New York city, Gus Sengelmann of Schulenburg, Dr. George
Sladczyk of Port Arthur, Gus Japhet, G. C. Street, H. M. Wilkens, Lloyd Shannon, E. E. Robertson, John C.
Williams, G. A. Grandt, Frank Buelow, P. S. Hoffman, Dr. W. L. Sengelmann, T. A. Cargill, H. W. Gordon, dr.
R. H. McMeans, J. J. Devine, H. A. Sauer, Lamar Q. Cato, A. E. Kiesling, Allan H. King, O. M. DuClos, R. M.
Bain Jr., J. H. Madigin, Ike Gans, Hugh Wilkin, W. J. Sauer, J. A. Pollard and Sam Rouse. Perry-Foley funeral
home directing. [The Houston Post, Saturday, November 27, 1937]
More About Louis Otto Willrich:
Burial: 27 Nov 1937, Forrest Park Lawndale, Houston, Harris, TX 136
Notes for Norine M. Martin:
The Houston Post
Tuesday, June 13, 1944
Rites Wednesday For Mrs. Willrich
Funeral services for Mrs. Louis O. Willrich, 55, of 1101 MacGregor will be held at 8:45 a.m. Wednesday at the
Pat H. Foley & Co. funeral home and at 9 a.m. at Holy Rosary church. Burial will be in Garden of Gethsemani
cemetery. Mrs. Willrich died late Monday afternoon. She had lived in Houston 35 years and was a member of
the Altar society of Holy Rosary church, the National Council of Catholic Women and the Third Order of St.
Dominic. Survivors include three daughters, Miss Mary Jane Willrich, Mrs. James Cowhig and Mrs. Robert
Atkinson, and a son, Louis O. Willrich of Houston. [The Houston Post, Tuesday, June 13, 1944]
Mrs. W. B. Loessin left for Houston Tuesday, to be in attendance upon the funeral of Mrs. Lorine Willrich,
widow of the late Louis Willrich, formerly of Bluff. Mrs. Willrich died Monday; funeral was held Wednesday.
[La Grange Journal, Thursday, June 15, 1944]
More About Norine M. Martin:
Burial: 14 Jun 1944, Forrest Park Lawndale, Houston, Harris, TX 137
Marriage Notes for Louis Willrich and Norine Martin:
Martin-Willrich Wedding
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The Martin-Willrich Wedding will take place at 6:30 this afternoon, Wednesday the 14th, at the Church of the
Annunciation. [Houston Daily Post, Wednesday, February 14, 1912]
Martin-Wolrich [Willrich]
The wedding of Miss Norine S. Martin and Louis O. Wolrich [Willrich] took place yesterday evening at 6:30
o’clock at the Church of the Annunciation. Rev. Father Hennessy officiating. The happy couple left over the
Frisco for New Orleans to spend Mardi Gras and will be at home at 1810 Tuam avenue after March 1. The
groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. O. Wolrich [Willrich] of La Grange. The bride is a niece of Mr. and Mrs. D. J.
Glenney of Houston and a sister of R. W. Martin of Newton, Texas and G. D. Martin of Hearne, both of whom
were present at the wedding, which was a quiet one, owing to recent bereavement in the bride’s family. [Houston
Daily Post, Thursday, February 15, 1912]
Groom Well Known Here
At the church of the Annunciation at Houston yesterday, L. O. Willrich and Miss Norrine Martin were happily
married. "Ludce" -- as we remember him here -- was born at Bluff, this county, and spent his boyhood days out
on the old farm. His friends here - quite a large number - wish him and his bonnie bride much happiness; and as
the catskill mountaineer would say, "may they live long and prosper". [The La Grange Journal, Thursday,
February 15, 1912]
Children of Louis Willrich and Norine Martin are:
+ 27 i. Louis Otto 10 Willrich, Jr., born 06 Jan 1913 in Houston, Harris, TX; died 27 Apr 1985 in Houston,
Harris, TX.
+ 28 ii. Norine Elizabeth Willrich, born 31 Dec 1914 in Houston, Harris, TX; died 15 Nov 2000 in Dallas,
Dallas, TX.
+ 29 iii. Ann Martin Willrich, born Private.
30 iv. Mary Jane Willrich 138 , born 07 Jan 1923 in Harris Co., TX 139,140 ; died 04 Sep 1990 in Anaheim, Orange,
CA 140 . She married (1) William John Walsh Private; born Private. She married (2) Donald Harold
Manes Private; born Private.
More About Mary Jane Willrich:
Burial: Abt. 06 Sep 1990, Forest Park Lawndale, Houston, Harris Co., TX
10. Anna B. 9 Willrich (Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 141,142,143 was born 09 Sep 1888 in Bluff, Fayette Co., TX, and
died 10 Jul 1918 in Houston, Harris, TX 143,144 . She married Edgar Theodore Lueders 22 Oct 1913 in Bluff,
Fayette Co., TX 145 , son of Paul Lueders and Emilie Merrem. He was born 08 Mar 1889 in Bluff, Fayette Co.,
TX 146,147 , and died 03 Apr 1977 in Fayette Co., TX 148,149 .
Notes for Anna B. Willrich:
LUEDERS
The funeral of Mrs. Anna Willrich Lueders, aged 20, a resident of Houston, who died at a local hospital
Wednesday, took place at La Grange Thursday morning. She is survived by her husband, Will Lueders; her
parents, four brothers and three sisters, all of Houston. The remains were sent to La Grange Wednesday night by
Wall & Stabe. [The Houston Chronicle, Thursday, July 11, 1918]
DIED AT HOUSTON
As we go to press the news was flashed over the wires to relatives here, that the wife of E. T. Lueders had passed
away at 11:30 Wednesday morning, at a Houston hospital. The body will be brought to this city for burial. A
more extended notice of the death of Mrs. Lueders will appear in next week's issue. [The La Grange Journal,
Thursday, July 11, 1918]
INTERRED AT CEDAR
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Remains of Mrs. E. T. Lueders Were Brought To La Grange
The remains of Mrs. E. T. Lueders, who died at Houston on Wednesday of last week, reached La Grange
Thursday morning and were conveyed to the home of V. C. Sladczyk, in the southern part of the city, from where
the funeral was held the same afternoon at five o'clock, and the body then taken to the Cedar cemetery and placed
to their last rest, many relatives and sympathizing friends, being present to witness the last sad rites. Mrs.
Lueders, whose maiden name was Miss Annie Willrich, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Otto Willrich of Bluff, was
born at the present home of the parents, and grew to beautiful womanhood there. She was united in marriage with
Edgar T. Lueders of La Grange on October 22, 1913, and the two lived happily in our city until about six months
ago, when they removed to Houston. To them came to add happiness to their home and hearts two children, the
eldest a little daughter; now four, and the youngest, a son, two years of age. These motherless children are now
with Grandma Willrich, though advanced in years, who will devote time and care to their raising. Our sincerest
sympathy is offered to the bereaved husband, the sisters and brothers, and to the parents, to whom such loss
means the wounding and bleeding of the heart. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, July 11, 1918]
More About Anna B. Willrich:
Burial: 11 Jul 1918, Cedar Cemetery, Fayette Co., Texas 150
Notes for Edgar Theodore Lueders:
Edgar T. Lueders
Funeral services for Edgar T. Lueders, 88, of 543 South Madison were held at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, April 5, at
the First Baptist Church in La Grange with Rev. Carroll Allen officiating. Interment was in the Williams Creek
Cemetery under direction of Koenig Funeral Home, Inc. Mr. Lueders succumbed Sunday at his home. Born
March 8, 1889, in Bluff, Texas, he was the son of Paul F. and Emilia Merrem Lueders. He was married to Helen
Robbins March 21, 1934, in Madisonville. Mr. Lueders, who was in the wholesale sandwich business, had
resided in La Grange the past six years. Surviving are his wife, Helen of La Grange; two daughters, Mrs. Chester
(Grace) Allen of Corpus Christi and Mrs. Bob (Barbara) Hairston of Cuero; five sons, Thomas R. of Port Arthur,
Paul W. of Sugarland, Gene of New Orleans, David of Houston, and Allen Lueders of Ft. Stockton; 15
grandchildren; and six great-granchildren. [The La Grange Journal, Wednesday, April 6, 1977]
More About Edgar Theodore Lueders:
Burial: 05 Apr 1977, Williams Creek Cemetery, Fayette Co., TX 151
Marriage Notes for Anna Willrich and Edgar Lueders:
Happily Married
Last evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Otto Willrich of Bluff, their daughter, Miss Anna and Edgar T. Lueders
were united in marriage, the ceremony being witnessed by a few friends and a number of relatives. In this union
of two offsprings of old and highly respected families of this county, we can see aught else than a continuous
honeymoon, and combine with this wish that, prosperity will ever smile generously upon them. They have many
friends in this city. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, October 23, 1913]
Children of Anna Willrich and Edgar Lueders are:
+ 31 i. Grace Ruth 10 Lueders, born Private.
+ 32 ii. Thomas Russell Lueders, born 19 Dec 1916; died 17 Jan 1995 in Jefferson Co., TX.
Generation No. 3
14. Hilda Ruth 10 Sladczyk (Margaretha 9 Willrich, Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 ,
Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 152,153,154 was born 29 Jul 1896 in
Texas, and died 15 Jul 1961 in Houston, Harris, TX 155 . She married Samuel Stephen Sengelmann, Sr. 156 09
Jun 1921 in Fayette County, TX 157 , son of Gustav Sengelmann and Bertha Sommer. He was born 12 Oct 1897 in
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Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 158,159 , and died 28 Mar 1984 in Colorado Co., TX 160,161,162 .
Notes for Hilda Ruth Sladczyk:
Mrs. Sam (Hilda) Sengelmann, 64, of 4125 Woodleigh St. died 6:25AM Saturday in a Houston hospital, Native
of La Grange, Houston resident 40 years. Member of the Presbyterian Church. Survivors: Husband, Sam
Sengelmann; sons, Dr. S. S. Sengalmann, both of Houston, Jack Sengelmann, of Yoakum; five grandchildren;
sisters, Mrs. Viola Loessin of La Grange; brothers, Arthur Sladczyk of Houston, Dr. George Sladczyk of Port
Arthur, Otto Sladczyk of Yoakum, Fred Sladczyk of La Grange. Services 4 PM Sunday La Grange Presbyterian
Church under the direstion of Koenig Funeral Home, La Grange. Burial La Grange City Cemetery. Settegast-
Kopf Company, 3320 Kirby Drive, JAckson 6-4635. [The Houston Post, Sunday, July 16, 1961]
More About Hilda Ruth Sladczyk:
Burial: 16 Jul 1961, City Cemetery, La Grange, Fayette, TX 163
Notes for Samuel Stephen Sengelmann, Sr.:
Sengelmann
Graveside services for Sam S. Sengelmann, 86, of Houston were held Saturday afternoon at the La Grange City
Cemetery. Prior services were held at the Schwenke-Baumgarten Funeral Home in Schulenburg with the Rev.
Duane Contois officiating. Mr. Sengelmann died Wednesday in Youens Memorial Hospital in Weimar following
a brief illness. Mr. Sengelmann, a retired purchasing agent for Joe F. Meyer (wholesale auto parts), was born in
Schulenburg on October 12, 1897. He was the son of the late Gustav Heinrich and Bertha (Sommer)
Sengelmann. He was a graduate of Schulenburg High School and A & M University. He was a member of the
United Church of Christ. He was united in marriage with Hilda Ruth Sladczyk on June 9, 1921 in La Grange.
She preceded him in death on July 15, 1961. He was united in marriage with Carolyn Falk Hill on Nov. 15, 1968
in Houston. He resided in Houston most of his life and was active in Travelers Protection Agency and the Sons
of Hermann. Surviving are his wife, Carolyn Sengelmann of Houston; two sons, Dr. S. S. Sengelmann Jr. of
Houston and Jack Sengelmann of Yoakum; two sisters, Ruth Powers of Carthage and Eunice Cox of Schulenburg;
six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. [Fayette County Record, Tuesday, April 3, 1984]
More About Samuel Stephen Sengelmann, Sr.:
Burial: 31 Mar 1984, LaGrange, Fayette, TX 164
Marriage Notes for Hilda Sladczyk and Samuel Sengelmann:
Married Thursday Evening
At the home of the bride's parents Mr. and Mrs. Victor Sladczyk, with only immediate relatives and a few
intimate friends present, Rev. H. M. Arnold of Smithville spoke the words that united the destinies of Miss Hilda
Sladczyk and S. S. Sengelmann of Schulenburg. Miss Hilda was a general favorite with the young people of our
little city as was shown by the many social functions given in her honor the past weeks. Mr. Sengelmann the son
of Gus. Sengelmann of Schulenburg is a deserving young man. The young couple will reside at Schulenburg,
where Mr. Sengelmann is in business. The Journal joined by the many friends of the happy couple wish them
smooth sailing over matrimonial sea. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, June 16, 1921]
Children of Hilda Sladczyk and Samuel Sengelmann are:
+ 33 i. Samuel Stephen 11 Sengelmann, Jr., born Private.
+ 34 ii. Gustav Jack Sengelmann, born 03 Nov 1930 in Houston, Harris, TX; died 06 Nov 1999.
16. George 10 Sladczyk (Margaretha 9 Willrich, Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 ,
Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 165,166 was born 06 Oct 1899 in
LaGrange, Fayette, TX 167,168 , and died 01 Mar 1989 in Jefferson Co, TX 169,170 . He married (1) Cleo Marie
Claycomb 23 Jun 1924. She died 09 Jun 1957 in Jefferson Co., TX 171 . He married (2) Jane A Goodin Private.
She was born Private.
Children of George Sladczyk and Cleo Claycomb are:
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+ 35 i. George 11 Sladczyk, Jr., born Private.
+ 36 ii. Mary Ellen Sladczyk, born Private.
17. Viola 10 Sladczyk (Margaretha 9 Willrich, Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann
August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 172,173,174 was born 16 Dec 1901 in Texas 175 ,
and died 19 Jun 1987 in Fayette Co., TX 176 . She married Wilburn B. Loessin 177,178,179 11 Apr 1928 in Houston,
Harris, TX 180 , son of William Loessin and Katie Stiehl. He was born 13 Mar 1904 in Fayette Co., TX 181,182 , and
died 03 Aug 1989 183 .
Notes for Viola Sladczyk:
Swimming Party
About twenty of La Grange’s young people came over to the Lake for a swimming party, Sunday afternoon. A
plunge in the cool, inviting water was followed by a delicious repast of sandwiches, cakes and iced tea. At the
close of the meal, a lovely birthday cake, with its yellow candles was brought forth, very much surprising
everyone present. Dr. F. J. Marecic, who was guilty of having on that day passed his thirty-second milestone, cut
the ring while Miss Viola Sladczyk cut the heart, Miss Stella Speckles, the wishbone; Leo Frede, the button; Ted
Lueders the thimble, and Cleo Franke the dime. The crowd then gathered on the banks of the Lake and the time
was gaily passed away in chatting, and watching the moon rise. Ice-cold watermelons were the next on the
program, and it was a late hour when the following departed for their homes: Misses Dela Schneider, Anita
Houslor, Avery Nickle, Stella Speckles, Delta Mevr, Lorena Reichert, Vlasta Chupick, Viola Sladczyk, Lucy
Nollkamper, Ann and Olga Nesrsta; and Mesrs. Erwin Franke, Robt. Wilcox, John Chupick, George Lathtam of
Houston, Ted Lueders, Cleo Franke, George Listek, Leo Frede, Earl Greenshield of Schulenburg, M. de Barbieris
and Dr. F. J. Marecic. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Roensch chaperoned the party. [The Flatonia Argus, July 20, 1922]
La Grange
Mrs. Robt. Peter entertained the Friday Bridge and the Girls’ Bridge club on Wednesday afternoon. Miss Viola
Sladczyk for holding high score and Miss Lillian Sladczyk for success in cutting were presented attractive
souvenirs. Those present were: Miss Jeanette Alexander, Miss Gertrude Alexander, Miss Annette Killough, Miss
Myrta Hermes, Miss Laura Weber, Mrs. Will Morgan, Mrs. Ben C. Diebel, Mrs. J. W. Holloway, Mrs. F.
Koehler, Mrs. Frank Reichert Jr., Mrs. H. R. Clark, Mrs. A. Schlafler, Mrs. Earl Greenshield, Mrs. Edwin Reiss,
Mrs. Ed Mattingly, Mrs. A. V. Smith, Mrs. Clinton Stotz, Mrs. R. Wilcox, Mrs. A. R. Ehlers, Miss Olivia
Schaefer, Mrs. E. A. Scheel, Miss Viola Sladczyk, Miss Lillian Sladczyk, Mrs. A. F. Weber Jr. [The Houston
Post, Saturday, February 13, 1926]
Notes for Wilburn B. Loessin:
Wilburn Loessin and Eddie Huettel, students at the A. & M. College, were here for a weekend visit with their
parents. [La Grange Journal, Thursday, December 4, 1924]
Marriage Notes for Viola Sladczyk and Wilburn Loessin:
Married At Houston
Sheriff Loessin received a very terse message last Thursday morning; before opening it, however he gave the
yellow envelope a careful once-over and became very apprehensive, that is the way of a peace officer. Visions of
reward for the apprehension of an escaped convict, or thief or burglar may have been his, but he was brave and,
opening the envelop, found the following terse message: "Viola and I were married here yesterday." "Yesterday",
referred to in the message, was Wednesday of last week. "Viola" referred to, was Miss Viola Sladczyk, daughter
of Mr. and Mrs. V. C. Sladczyk of South Jefferson street, La Grange, and the "I" referred to the sheriff's son,
Wilburn. These two young folks, prominently connected and favorites with the younger set, had just regarded the
brightness of Wednesday, after the snow storm, as an advance notice of their future, and down at Houston, joined
hands, for better or for worse. In all sincerity we offer our congratulations and wish them a long and useful
married life. The young bride is accomplished in many ways, and has ever been a favorite with her friends, which
practically means everyone who knows her. She grew to womanhood here. Wilburn, for whom we have ever
entertained a very high regard, and whom we have known since his infancy, have watched him grow to young
manhood and noticed his willingness to work and become identified with the farming industry and the community
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in which he has lived, is a son any parent can point to with the keenest pride. As they journey through life, may
the shadows that cross their path be few, if any, and the horizon be ever bright enough to keep inviolate their
troth, so that the sunbeams of happiness will be with them and in their home, during life. [The La Grange Journal,
Thursday, April 19, 1928]
Bride Honored With Kitchen Shower
Mrs. Wilburn Loessin was complimented with a kitchen shower and bridge, having as hostess Mrs. Leo Frede, Jr.,
Tuesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Leo Frede, Sr.. The house was beautifully decorated with cut flowers.
After the games delicious refreshments were served, consisting of brick ice cream and cake. Then the guests were
asked to enter the dining room where the bride was seated in a beautiful decorated chair, before a table heaped
with gifts. The gifts were then presented to the bride by Little Miss Virginia Frede, who was dressed as a prim
little kitchen maid, with an appropriate verse.
Miscellaneous Shower
Mrs. Earl Greenshield complimented Mrs. Wilburn Loessin, a recent bride with a delightful linen shower and
bridge, on Friday, April 20th, at her home. A delicious salad course was served on trays, carrying out the pink
and white color scheme. High score was awarded to Mrs. Olga Steinbrook, and consolation to Mrs. Walter
Stierling, who graciously presented them to the bride with a beautiful gift. After refreshments were served, a
beautiful basket decorated in pink and white, filled with many beautiful gifts was presented to the bride by Mrs.
Arthur Koehler and Mrs. E. H. Reiss. Mrs. Reiss quoting the following:
"In the beautiful garden of friendship,
I found this basket for you,
May each flower be thought of
As coming from some one who loves you true.
For each of us wish you and Wilburn,
A life of happiness gay,
May each day be filled with sunshine,
With no clouds to drive it away."
[The La Grange Journal, Tursday, April 26, 1928]
Child of Viola Sladczyk and Wilburn Loessin is:
+ 37 i. Wilburn Lee 11 Loessin, born Private.
18. George Otto 10 Willrich, Jr. (George Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 ,
Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 184 was born 19 Sep 1910 in
LaGrange, Fayette, TX, and died 18 May 1964 in Wharton, Wharton, TX 185,186 . He married Elenora Frances
Horelica 03 Sep 1928 in Plum, Fayette, TX 187 . She was born 27 Nov 1908 188 , and died 28 Aug 1986 in Wharton
Co., TX 189 .
Notes for George Otto Willrich, Jr.:
George Willrich Rites Held Tuesday
George Willrich of Lane City, Texas, died Monday in Coney [Caney] Valley Hospital. Last rites were held for
the deceased, who is a brother of Werner G. Willrich of La Grange, on Tuesday morning at the Wharton Funeral
Home and continued at the Wharton Catholic Church. Other survivors include his wife; four children; another
brother and 13 grandchildren. [La Grange Journal, Thursday, May 21, 1964]
Marriage Notes for George Willrich and Elenora Horelica:
Marriage Licenses
George O. Willrich and Miss Elenora Horelica. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, September 6, 1928]
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Married Monday
Rev. Paul P. Kaspar of Plum performed the ceremony that united in marriage, Monday morning, George O.
Willrich and Miss Elenora Horelica, of the Hostyn section. The ceremony was performed at Plum. The best
wishes of the Journal and friends are offered. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, September 6, 1928]
Children of George Willrich and Elenora Horelica are:
+ 38 i. Evelyn Emilie 11 Willrich, born Private.
+ 39 ii. Carrie Mae Willrich, born Private.
+ 40 iii. George Joseph Willrich, born Private.
41 iv. Shirley Ann Willrich, born Private.
19. Werner Gerhard 10 Willrich (George Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 ,
Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 190,191 was born 05 Sep 1912 in La
Grange, Fayette Co., TX 192 , and died 13 Aug 1981 in La Grange, Fayette Co., TX 193,194,195 . He married (1)
Antonia Korenek 196 16 Jan 1939 in Plum, Fayette, TX 197,198 , daughter of Joseph Korenek and Annie Siller. She
was born 07 Nov 1913 in Plum, Fayette, TX 198 , and died 21 Nov 1964 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX 199,200 . He
married (2) Helen H. Heger Private. She was born Private. He married (3) Sophie M. Mazac Private. She was
born Private.
Notes for Werner Gerhard Willrich:
Willrich
Funeral services for Werner G. (Red) Willrich, 68, of La Grange, were held Saturday at 11 a. m., at Sacred Heart
Catholic Church, with The Rev. Msgr. Harry Mazurkiewicz officiating. Burial was in the city cemetery. Mr.
Willrich passed away August 13 at Fayette Memorial Hospital. A lifelong resident of La Grange, he was born
here on Sept. 5, 1912, the son of the late George and Anna (Wieting) Willrich. He was united in marriage at
Plum on Jan. 16, 1939 with Antonia Korenek who preceded him in death in Nov. 1964. On June 11, 1980 he was
united in marriage with Mrs. Sophie (Mazac) Pecha. Mr. Willrich was a bowling alley manager and was a
member of the Knights of Columbus and the Sacred Heart Holy Name Society. Surviving are his wife, Mrs.
Sophie Willrich of La Grange; one son, Werner L. (Pete) Willrich of La Grange; one brother, Leslie Willrich of
Houston; and two grandchildren, Scott Edward and Kimberly Ann Willrich of La Grange. He was preceded in
death by one brother, George. [The La Grange Journal, Wednesday, August 19, 1981]
More About Werner Gerhard Willrich:
Burial: 15 Aug 1981, City Cemetery, La Grange, Fayette, TX 201
Notes for Antonia Korenek:
Mrs. Willrich Dies, Buried Tuesday
Funeral services for Mrs. Werner G. Willrich, 51, were held at 8:45 Tuesday morning at the Koenig Funeral
Home with continued services at Sacred Heart Catholic church. Msgr. S. A. Zientek and Rev. Harry
Mazurkiewicz officiated. Burial was in the La Grange City cemetery. Mrs. Willrich passed away Saturday
afternoon at the Fayette Memorial hospital. She was the former Antonia Korenek daughter of J. and Anna Siller
Korenek of Plum and was born on Nov. 7, 1913 she was married to Mr. Wilrich [Willrich] on Jan. 16, 1939. For
the past 30 years she had been employed as saleslady at the New York store. Surviving is her husband and
parents, one son Werner Lee Willrich of La Grange; one sister, Mrs. Albina Zajicek of Plum; and one brother,
Arnold Koenek [Korenek] of Plum. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 26, 1964]
More About Antonia Korenek:
Burial: 24 Nov 1964, City Cemetery, La Grange, Fayette, TX 202
Marriage Notes for Werner Willrich and Antonia Korenek:
Willrich - Korenek
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Rev. Paul P. Kaspar, priest in charge of the St. Peter and St. Paul Catholic church at Plum, united in marriage
Werner G. Willrich of La Grange and Miss Antonia, daughter of J. B. Korenek of Plum, Monday morning
January 16, at 8:00 o'clock. Subscribed to the marriage register as witnesses, are the names: Frank Mechura and
Arnold Krenek. Werner is employed at the La Grange Produce Company station on Jefferson street, a son of
Geo. Willrich, Jr., of near La Grange; the bride, until recently employed as saleslady at the New York store; both
have many friends in La Grange who join the Journal in extending sincere wishes and congratulations. [The La
Grange Journal, Thursday, January 19, 1939]
Child of Werner Willrich and Antonia Korenek is:
+ 42 i. Werner Lee 11 Willrich, born Private.
20. Leslie Hans 10 Willrich (George Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann
August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 203,204,205 was born 14 May 1914 in LaGrange,
Fayette, TX 205,206 , and died 22 Feb 2002 in Houston, Harris, TX 207,208 . He married (1) Myrtle Agnes
Arceneaux 28 Mar 1948 in Port Arthur, Jefferson Co., TX 209 , daughter of D. Arceneaux and Jeanne Arceneaux.
She was born 26 Jan 1919 in Lafayette, Lafayette, LA 210 , and died 28 Dec 1989 in Houston, Harris, TX 211,212 . He
married (2) Mabel Odom Harpster Private. She was born Private.
Notes for Leslie Hans Willrich:
WILLRICH
LESLIE HANS WILLRICH , 87, died Friday, February 22, 2002. He was preceded in death by his wife of 41
years, Myrtle Arceneaux Willrich . He is survived by his wife Mabel Harpster Willrich , son Stephen and wife
Alicia, grandchildren: Andrew, Peter, Christian and Paula, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Leslie, a
Houston resident since 1962, was born May 14, 1914 to parents George and Annie Willrich of LaGrange, TX. A
graduate of Texas A & M in 1941, he was a Navy veteran of WW II, seeing service in the Aleutian Island and
North Africa. Moving to Port Arthur, TX after the war, he met and married Myrtle Ardeneaux. His carer with
Texaco Oil included 14 years in Venezuela where many lifelong friendships were forged; these include Larry and
Grace French, Jeff and Ethyl Adams, and Harry and Joyce Lingfeld. A wake service will be held at 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, February 24, 2002 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 9900 Stella Link Road, Houston, TX. The funeral
Mass will be at 10:30 a.m., Monday, February 25, 2002 with burial in Port Arthur. In lieu of flowers, donations
may be made in his name to Corpus Christi Catholic Church. [Houston Chronicle, Sunday, February 24, 2002]
More About Leslie Hans Willrich:
Burial: 25 Feb 2002, Port Arthur, Jefferson, TX 213
Notes for Myrtle Agnes Arceneaux:
Willrich
Myrtle A Willrich, 70, died December 28, 1989. Survivors include husband, Leslie H. Willrich; son, Stephen
Willrich and wife Pegi; mother Jeanne Arceneaux; brother, Leward Arceneaux and wife, Gloria; sister, Genevieve
Horton and husband, Ramsey; grandsons, Andrew Willrich and Peter Willrich; numerous nieces, nephews and
cousins. Vigil For The Deceased 7:00 p.m. Friday, December 29, 1989 at Earthman Bellaire Chapel. Funeral
Mass 10:00 a.m. Saturday, December 30, 1989 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 9900 Stella Link Road,
followed by the Rite of Committal at 3:00 p.m. in Greenlawn Cemetery, Port Arthur, Tx. In lieu of usual
remembrances, memorial contributions may be made to the Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 9900 Stella Link,
Houston, Texas 77025. [The Houston Post, Saturday, December 30, 1989]
More About Myrtle Agnes Arceneaux:
Burial: 30 Dec 1989, Greenlawn Cemetery, Port Arthur, Jefferson Co. TX 214
Marriage Notes for Leslie Willrich and Myrtle Arceneaux:
Arceneaux - Willrich Rites Are Solemnized
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Miss Myrtle Arceneaux, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. D. H. Arceneaux of Port Arthur, and Leslie H. Willrich, now
of Port Arthur but formerly of La Grange, and a son of Leslie H. Willrich of Lane City, were married Sunday at
10 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church in Port Arthur, by Rev. J. M. Kirwin during Solemn High Mass. Mrs. Paul
Goodwin played the wedding march, St. James Choir rendered music, and Mrs. Chapman rendered a solo at the
conclusion of the ceremony. The bride wore a suit of Suti-sky blue, with Blaco patent accessories. Her corsage
was a white orchid and white carnations.
Miss Genieve Arceneaux, sister of the bride, was maid of honor. She was attired in a rose beige suit with brown
accessories, and a white and yellow Iris corsage. Erwin H. Francke of La Grange, cousin of the groom, was best
man. Dr. George Sladczyk and Thomas R. Lueders were ushers. A reception followed at the home of Mr. and
Mrs. Arceneaux. A three tiered wedding cake was at the center of the dining table. The second tier held doves
under wedding bells and on top was a miniature bride and groom ------------. Members of the wedding party, each
wearing white carnation corsages, were Mesdames Earl Brown at the guest book; E. T. Hunter and Lee Shelton at
the punch bowl; Mrs. Henry Lalonde at the wedding cake; also Mesdames Franke, Karl Thuemler, H. U. Webb
and J. L. Arceneaux.
Out of town relatives attending included George Willrich Sr., Mr. and Mrs. George Willrich Jr., Carrie Mae and
George III of Lane City; Mr. and Mrs. Albert Svrcek, Dorthy and Mary Elizabeth of Houston; Fritz Sladczyk, Mr.
and Mrs. Werner Willrich and Werner Lee, Mr. and Mrs. Gerhard Weiting, Mr. and Mrs. George Hajovsky,
Robert, Nancy, and Gertie Lynn, Mr. and Mrs. Karl Thuemler and Marianne, and Mr. and Mrs. Erwin H.
Francke, all of La Grange. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, April 1, 1948]
Child of Leslie Willrich and Myrtle Arceneaux is:
+ 43 i. Leslie Stephen 11 Willrich, born Private.
26. June Evelyn 10 Willrich (Hans Anderson 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 ,
Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married James
Hammond Travis, Jr. Private. He was born Private.
Child of June Willrich and James Travis is:
+ 44 i. Suzanne Evelyn 11 Travis, born Private.
27. Louis Otto 10 Willrich, Jr. (Louis Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann
August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 215,216 was born 06 Jan 1913 in Houston,
Harris, TX 217 , and died 27 Apr 1985 in Houston, Harris, TX 218,219,220 . He married Elizabeth Frew Carlon. She
was born 30 Mar 1920 in Columbus, Franklin, OH 220 , and died 18 Jan 1993 in Schulenburg, Fayette,
TX 221,222,223 .
Notes for Louis Otto Willrich, Jr.:
Willrich
Louis Otto Willrich, Jr., 72, died April 27, 1985. Member of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church. Survivors:
Wife, Elizabeth Carlon Willrich, Houston; sons, Louis Otto Willrich III, Gerard M. Willrich, both of Houston,
Thomas F. Willrich and Francis B. Willrich, both of Georgetown; daughters, Mary Jane Sanchez, Missouri City
and Elizabeth C. Baber, Baytown; sisters, Mrs. James D. (Norine) Cowhig, Baytown, Mrs. Ann Atkinson,
Houston and Mrs. Don (Mary June) Maness, Wharton; 12 grandchildren. Rosary 7:30 p.m. Monday, Earthman
Fannin Chapel. Services 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 30, 1985, Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 3600 Milam with
Very Rev. Gerard R. Joubert, O.P. celebrant. Interment Garden of Gethsemani Cemetery. Pallbearers, James D.
Cowhig Jr., Dr. Russell W. Hall Jr., W. B. Carlon, Robert M. Atkinson Jr., Alfonso Sanchez Jr., Terry A. Baber,
David B. Willrich and James D. Cowhig III. In lieu of usual remembrances, contributions may be made to the
charity of your choice. [The Houston Post, Monday, April 29, 1985]
More About Louis Otto Willrich, Jr.:
Burial: 30 Apr 1985, Forrest Park Lawndale, Houston, Harris, TX
Notes for Elizabeth Frew Carlon:
Willrich
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Elizabeth C. Willrich, 72, died January 18, 1993. Preceded in death by husband, Louis Otto Willrich, Jr., she
died in a Schulenberg Nursing Home. Longtime Houston resident, she was a graduate of San Jacinto High School
and a 1941 graduate of University of Houston. Survived by sons, Louis O. Willrich, II, Houston, Francis B.
Willrich, Georgetown, Gerard M. Willrich, Houston and La Grange and Thomas Willrich, Houston; daughters,
Elizabeth Baber, Baytown and Mary Jane Sanchez, Missouri City; sisters, Mary Jane Lack and Ann Hall,
Houston and Susan Andrews, Morgan City, LA; brother W. B. Carlon, West Columbia, TX; fourteen
grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and other loving family members. Vigil for the deceased is 7:00
p.m., Tuesday, January 19, 1993, Earthman Downtown Chapel, 2420 Fannin. Funeral Mass is 10:00 a.m.,
Wednesday, January 20, 1993, at St. Vincent de Paul, 6800 Buffalo Speedway, with Rev. Paul Felix, celebrant.
Rite of Committal is in Forest Park Lawndale. [The Houston Post, Tuesday, January 19, 1993 ]
More About Elizabeth Frew Carlon:
Burial: 20 Jan 1993, Forrest Park Lawndale, Houston, Harris, TX
Children of Louis Willrich and Elizabeth Carlon are:
+ 45 i. Louis Otto 11 Willrich III, born 19 Apr 1944 in Houston, Harris, TX; died 01 Mar 2007 in Houston,
Harris, TX.
+ 46 ii. Francis Brandon Willrich, born Private.
+ 47 iii. Elizabeth Carlon Willrich, born Private.
+ 48 iv. Gerard Martin Willrich, born Private.
+ 49 v. Thomas Fowler Willrich, born Private.
+ 50 vi. Mary Jane Willrich, born Private.
28. Norine Elizabeth 10 Willrich (Louis Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 ,
Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 224,225,226 was born 31 Dec 1914 in
Houston, Harris, TX 226 , and died 15 Nov 2000 in Dallas, Dallas, TX 226 . She married James David Cowhig 08
Jun 1940. He was born 25 Apr 1910 in Boston, Suffolk, MA, and died 13 Feb 1995 in Harris Co., TX 227,228 .
Notes for Norine Elizabeth Willrich:
NORINE ELIZABETH COWHIG
NORINE ELIZABETH COWHIG passed away November 15, 2000. Norine was born in Houston December 31.
1914, the second of four children of Louis Otto Willrich and his wife Norine Martin Willrich . She attended Holy
Rosary School, St. Agnes Academy, and graduated from San Jacinto High School in Houston. Norine attended
Rice Institute (University) where she was a member of the Elizabeth Baldwin Literary Society. In 1940 she wed
James David Cowhig of Boston, Massachusetts. Jim and Norine had four children and lived in Houston until
1958. There they were devout members of Resurrection Catholic Church. The Cowhig clan moved to Baytown in
1958. There they were members of St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Norine was a charter member of the Catholic
Daughters of America chapter there as well as a member of the Altar Society. She and Jim were active members
of the Seirra Club. After Jim's death in 1995, Norine moved to Dallas where she resided for over five years. Her
health steadily declined, and she died peacefully in Dallas on November 15, 2000. Norine leaves behind many
friends who loved her for her sense of humor and her laughter. Her loving family includes: son James David
Cowhig, Jr. of Baytown; daughter Norine (Nonie) McWhorter and her husband, Doug, of Anchorage, Alaska;
daughter Margaret (Peggy) Webb of Dallas and her husband, Steve; and son Denis Martin Cowhig and his wife,
Cindy, of Sherman, Texas. Eleven loving grandchildren will always treasure moments with "Nanny". Other
survivors include brother-in-law Reverend Edward Dennis Cowhig of Boston and Margaret Mary (Peg) Cowhig,
sister-in-law, of Scituate, Massachusetts. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 9:30 a.m., Monday, November
20th, St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1907 Carolina St., Baytown, with Rev. Edward Cowhig of Boston,
Massachusetts, celebrant. Rite of Committal will follow at Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery. Norine will be buried
next to her beloved Jim at Forest Park - Lawndale in the Garden of Gethsemani. [Houston Chronicle, Friday,
November 17, 2000]
More About Norine Elizabeth Willrich:
Burial: 20 Nov 2000, Forest Park Lawndale, Houston, Harris, TX 229
Notes for James David Cowhig:
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Cowhig
James D. Cowhig, 84, of Baytown, died February 13, 1995. Graduate of Forham [Fordham] University in 1934,
member of Fordham University Sports Hall of Fame, and Knights of Columbus. Survived by wife Norine Willrich
Cowhig of Baytown; sons, James D. Cowhig, Jr. of Baytown and Denis M. Cowhig of Sherman; daughter Norine
C. McWhorter of Anchorage, Alaska, and Margaret C. Webb of Dallas; eleven grandchildren; brothers Fr.
Edward Cowhig of Scituate, Mass. and Gerald Cowhig of Los Angeles, Calif. Sister Margaret Cowhig of Scituate,
Mass. Rosary will be recited 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 14, 1995 at Earthman Baytown Chapel, 3919 Garth
Road. Funeral Mass is 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 15, 1995 at St. Joseph Church, 1907 Carolina with Fr.
Edward Cowhig celebrant. Interment, Forest Park Lawndale. For those desiring, memorials may be made to St.
Joseph Catholic School. [The Houston Post, Tuesday, February 14, 1995]
More About James David Cowhig:
Burial: 15 Feb 1995, Forest Park Lawndale, Houston, Harris, TX 230
Children of Norine Willrich and James Cowhig are:
+ 51 i. James David 11 Cowhig, Jr., born Private.
+ 52 ii. Norine Ellen Cowhig, born Private.
+ 53 iii. Margaret Ann Cowhig, born Private.
+ 54 iv. Denis Martin Cowhig, born Private.
29. Ann Martin 10 Willrich (Louis Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann
August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Robert
Mount Atkinson, Sr. Private 231 , son of Edward S. Atkinson. He was born 28 Jul 1914, and died 01 Jun 1976 in
Houston, Harris, TX 232,233 .
Notes for Robert Mount Atkinson, Sr.:
Atkinson
Robert M. Atkinson, 61, passed away 4:20 p.m. Tuesday, June 1, 1976. Native and lifelong resident of Houston.
A consulting Engineer. Member of American Society of Civil Engineers, Texas Society of Professional
Engineers, Director of San Leon Chamber of Commerce. Member Houston Power Squadron, Houston
Engineering and Scientific Society, Texas Surveyors Association. Member Former Students Association of
Texas A&M University Class of ’36, Consulting Engineers Council. Survivors: Mrs. Ann Willrich Atkinson;
daughters, Mrs. Robert C. (Ann) Brackett, Oak Park, Ill., Mrs. Harry J. (Sue) Lawson; son, Robert M. Atkinson,
Jr.; 6 grandchildren; mother, Mrs. E. S. Atkinson; brother, Ed S. Atkinson; sister, Miss Mina Lou Atkinson, all of
Houston. Services 12 noon Thursday Settegast-Kopf Chapel the Rev. Gerard Joubert officiating. Burial Forest
Park Lawndale Cemetery. Pallbearers will be nephews. Honorary Pallbearers: Michael J. Mellinger, William S.
O’Donnell, Henry J. N. Taub, Dr. J. Bernard Hicks, James A. Marshall, Paul Lederer, R. E. Baldwin, Clyde
Speed, Harry Flavin, Vincent Smith, Floyd DeLafosse, Howard Hill, Elie J. Robert, Harvey Bacon, Henry Blum,
Frank Patterson, Richard Cunningham, Jr., R. L. Fox, Dr. W. H. Hamrick, William J. Nelson, W. T. Peters,
Harris Underwood. In lieu of usual remembrances family suggest friends make contributions to American
Cancer Society or to a favorite charity. Settegast-Kopf Co., 3320 Kirby Dr., 526-2411. [The Houston Post,
Thursday, June 3, 1976]
More About Robert Mount Atkinson, Sr.:
Burial: 03 Jun 1976, Forrest Park Lawndale, Houston, Harris, TX 234
Children of Ann Willrich and Robert Atkinson are:
+ 55 i. Ann Willrich 11 Atkinson, born Private.
+ 56 ii. Susan Clare Atkinson, born Private.
+ 57 iii. Robert Mount Atkinson, Jr., born Private.
58 iv. Mary Elizabeth Atkinson, born Private.
31. Grace Ruth 10 Lueders (Anna B. 9 Willrich, Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 ,
Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married
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Chester Lee Allen Private. He was born Private.
Children of Grace Lueders and Chester Allen are:
+ 59 i. Chester Lee 11 Allen, Jr., born Private.
+ 60 ii. Rita Anne Allen, born Private.
32. Thomas Russell 10 Lueders (Anna B. 9 Willrich, Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 ,
Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 235 was born 19 Dec 1916 236 , and died
17 Jan 1995 in Jefferson Co., TX 237,238 . He married Elizabeth Ann Painton Private. She was born Private.
Notes for Thomas Russell Lueders:
Pupils of Mrs. Sedonia Rice Presented In Recital
On last Friday evening the pupils of Mrs. Sedonia Rice appeared in a charming program - a musical recital at the
former's studio, when they entertained with instrumental, vocal and violin selections and popular ditties. There
was a splendid attendance of friends of the young people participating. Those appearing on the program of the
afternoon included the Misses Katherine Gebhardt, Genelda Koenig, Grace Lueders, Vlasta Docekal, Annie and
Lillian Bordovsky, Evelyn Rudi, and A. F. Weber, Jr., and Thomas Lueders. Upon conclusion of the program
refreshments of ice cream and cake were served. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, July 25, 1929]
Children of Thomas Lueders and Elizabeth Painton are:
+ 61 i. Gretchen May 11 Lueders, born Private.
+ 62 ii. Lisa Mavis Lueders, born Private.
Generation No. 4
33. Samuel Stephen 11 Sengelmann, Jr. (Hilda Ruth 10 Sladczyk, Margaretha 9 Willrich, Otto August
George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Alice Ann Ward Private, daughter of Franklin Ward and Mary
Walker. She was born Private.
Children of Samuel Sengelmann and Alice Ward are:
+ 63 i. Samuel Stephen 12 Sengelmann III, born Private.
+ 64 ii. Elizabeth Ward Sengelmann, born Private.
+ 65 iii. William Ward Sengelmann, born Private.
34. Gustav Jack 11 Sengelmann (Hilda Ruth 10 Sladczyk, Margaretha 9 Willrich, Otto August George 8 , Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 239 was
born 03 Nov 1930 in Houston, Harris, TX 239,240 , and died 06 Nov 1999 240 . He married Dolores Lanelle Keding
Private, daughter of Dave Keding and Louella Kurtz. She was born Private.
Children of Gustav Sengelmann and Dolores Keding are:
66 i. Gary Jack 12 Sengelmann, born Private.
67 ii. Gregory David Sengelmann, born Private.
+ 68 iii. Mark Allen Sengelmann, born Private.
35. George 11 Sladczyk, Jr. (George 10 , Margaretha 9 Willrich, Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He
married (1) Eleanor McIlwain Stevens Private. She was born Private. He married (2) Jo Ann Pressler Private.
She was born Private.
Children of George Sladczyk and Eleanor Stevens are:
69 i. Amy 12 Sladczyk, born Private. She married John S. Black Private; born Private.
70 ii. Kay Sladczyk, born Private.
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36. Mary Ellen 11 Sladczyk (George 10 , Margaretha 9 Willrich, Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She
married James Edward Sadler Private, son of J. Sadler and Helen Farrington. He was born Private.
Children of Mary Sladczyk and James Sadler are:
71 i. Linda Kay 12 Sadler, born Private.
72 ii. Karen Sadler, born Private.
37. Wilburn Lee 11 Loessin (Viola 10 Sladczyk, Margaretha 9 Willrich, Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
He married Faye Ola Broome Private, daughter of John Broome and Faye Pettitte. She was born Private.
Child of Wilburn Loessin and Faye Broome is:
73 i. Wilburn Lee 12 Loessin, Jr., born Private.
38. Evelyn Emilie 11 Willrich (George Otto 10 , George Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She
married Joseph Emil Janik Private. He was born 01 Mar 1924 in Yoakum, Lavaca, TX, and died 06 Jun 1976 in
Wharton, Wharton Co, TX 241 .
Children of Evelyn Willrich and Joseph Janik are:
+ 74 i. Patricia Joan 12 Janik, born Private.
+ 75 ii. Joseph George Janik, born Private.
+ 76 iii. Donna Ann Janik, born Private.
+ 77 iv. Wanda Kay Janik, born Private.
+ 78 v. David Stephen Janik, born Private.
+ 79 vi. Terence Patrick Janik, born Private.
+ 80 vii. Gayle Marie Janik, born Private.
+ 81 viii. Joan Renee Janik, born Private.
+ 82 ix. Thomas Dale Janik, born Private.
+ 83 x. Mary Lynn Janik, born Private.
+ 84 xi. Nancy Jean Janik, born Private.
39. Carrie Mae 11 Willrich (George Otto 10 , George Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She
married Leslie Walter Hudgins Private, son of Edgar Hudgins and Allene Lord. He was born Private.
Children of Carrie Willrich and Leslie Hudgins are:
+ 85 i. Amy Kay 12 Hudgins, born Private.
+ 86 ii. Steven Edgar Hudgins, born Private.
87 iii. Rex Willrich Hudgins, born Private. He married Suzanne Agnes Polak Private; born Private.
40. George Joseph 11 Willrich (George Otto 10 , George Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He
married (1) Margie Gavender Private, daughter of Walter Gavender and Marie Gavender. She was born Private.
He married (2) Margaret Ann Mullins 242,243,244 Private 244 , daughter of Richard Mullins and Johnnie Fechtner.
She was born 15 Feb 1941 in Wharton Co., TX 245,246 , and died 08 Nov 2005 in Boling, Wharton, TX 246 .
Notes for Margaret Ann Mullins:
Wharton Journal-Spectator
November 12, 2005
Margaret Willrich
Mrs. Margaret Ann Mullins Willrich, age 64, of Boling, died Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2005, at her residence following
an extended illness. She was born on Feb. 15, 1941, in Wharton, the daughter of the late Richard Plumb Mullins
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and Johnnie Dee Fechtner Mullins. Mrs. Willrich had been a lifelong resident of Boling and was a graduate of
Boling High School in 1959. She was Postmaster of the Boling Post Office for 31 years prior to her retirement in
January of 2002. Mrs. Willrich married George J. Willrich on Aug. 26, 1990, in Needville. Her hobbies were
reading, gardening, horseback riding, dancing and music. She was Christian by faith. Mrs. Willrich was also
preceded in death by a sister, Carol Rolf. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 11, 2005, at the
chapel of Wharton Funeral Home with David Allen officiating. Burial followed in the Wharton City Cemetery.
Survivors include her husband, George J. Willrich of Boling; daughter and son-in-law, Leslie Kulak Spacek and
Anthony of Boling; sons and daughters-in-law, John D. and Karen Kulak, Steven M. and Tonya Kulak, all of
Boling, Darrell and Dana Kulak of Hungerford; step-son, George R. Willrich of New Waverly; step-daughter and
husband, Lynn and Jimmy Watson of Damon; sister and brother-in-law, Nettie Dian and Mike Floyd of Tyler;
brothers and sisters-in-law, Richard P. and Deon Mullins of Sugar Land and A.A. ?Gus? and Irene Mullins of
Boling; grandchildren; Trey and Tyler Kulak, Hannah and Heath Kulak, Elton and Cynthia Kulak, Hayden,
Jordan and Madison Spacek and Brent and Haverty Watson. Pallbearers were Elton Kulak, Trey Kulak, Tyler
Kulak, Michael McCloud, Kenneth Mullins, David Rolf and Dennis Rolf. Honorary Pallbearers were Heath
Kulak, Hayden Spacek and Brent Watson. In lieu of usual remembrances the family requests memorials to: The
American Cancer Society, 204 Second Street, Wharton, TX 77488. Funeral services were under the direction of
Wharton Funeral Home.
More About Margaret Ann Mullins:
Burial: 11 Nov 2005, City Cemetery, Wharton, Wharton, TX 246
Children of George Willrich and Margie Gavender are:
88 i. George Russell 12 Willrich, born Private.
+ 89 ii. Lynn Marie Willrich, born Private.
42. Werner Lee 11 Willrich (Werner Gerhard 10 , George Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He
married (1) Vernice Ann Klesel Private, daughter of Frank Klesel and Clara Selzer. She was born Private. He
married (2) Rosemarie Prince Private, daughter of John Prince and Sue Pardue. She was born Private.
Children of Werner Willrich and Vernice Klesel are:
90 i. Scott Edward 12 Willrich, born Private. He married Cheryl Lynn Cleveland Private; born Private.
91 ii. Kimberly Ann Willrich, born Private. She married Justin Jeremy Wiesman Private; born Private.
43. Leslie Stephen 11 Willrich (Leslie Hans 10 , George Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He
married (1) Pegi Ann Pokluda Private, daughter of Ralph Pokluda and Marie Kowis. She was born Private. He
married (2) Juanita Alicia Delgadillo Private, daughter of Federico Delgadillo and Maria Delgadillo. She was
born Private.
Children of Leslie Willrich and Pegi Pokluda are:
92 i. Andrew Stephen 12 Willrich, born Private.
93 ii. Peter Michael Willrich, born Private.
Children of Leslie Willrich and Juanita Delgadillo are:
94 i. Stephen Christian 12 Willrich, born Private.
95 ii. Paula Elise Willrich, born Private.
44. Suzanne Evelyn 11 Travis (June Evelyn 10 Willrich, Hans Anderson 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
She married (1) Doyce Lynn Etheridge Private, son of Johnnie Etheridge and Bernita Moore. He was born
Private. She married (2) Harry T. Carson Private. He was born Private.
Child of Suzanne Travis and Doyce Etheridge is:
96 i. Diane Evelyn 12 Etheridge, born Private. She married Edward P. Haskins Private; born Private.
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45. Louis Otto 11 Willrich III (Louis Otto 10 , Louis Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 247 was born 19 Apr 1944
in Houston, Harris, TX 247,248 , and died 01 Mar 2007 in Houston, Harris, TX 248 . He married Robbie Jane
Crawford Private 248 , daughter of Robert Crawford and Jimmie Dickey. She was born Private.
Notes for Louis Otto Willrich III:
Louis Otto "Pete" Willrich III
Louis "Pete" Otto Willrich III, 62, passed away on March 1, 2007. Pete was preceded in death by his parents,
Louis Otto Willrich, Jr. and Elizabeth Carlon Willrich, and his father-in-law, Robert Bruce Crawford. He is
survived by his wife of almost 38 years, Robbie Crawford Willrich, whom he proudly married on June 21, 1969,
and his three daughters, Stephanie Willrich Pennell and her husband Kevin, Heather Willrich Stern and her
husband Eric, Ashley Willrich Cruz and her husband Juan, and one granddaughter, Lauren Elise Pennell. He is
also survived by his five siblings, F. Brandon Willrich and his wife Christine, Elizabeth Donohoe, Gerard
Willrich and his wife Tonnie, Thomas Willrich, and Mary Jane Sanchez and her husband Alfonso, mother-in-law,
Jimmie Jane Crawford, brother-in-law Robert Bruce Crawford, Jr. and his wife Joyce, sister-in-law Cynthia
Crawford Corporon and her husband Marc as well as numerous nieces and nephews and great-nieces and a greatnephew.
Pete was a lifelong Houstonian born on April 19, 1944. He attended St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School
before attending Marian High School. After graduating from Marian, he took night classes at South Texas Junior
College and the University of Houston while working full-time during the day in construction. Eventually, he
decided to make construction his lifelong occupation, which he loved. Pete was a proud member of the Cement
Mason's Local Union 681 and served as Business Manager and Apprentice Coordinator for several years. He was
a member of the Knights of Columbus and was a long-time parishioner at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church.
Visitation will be held at the Earthman Downtown, 2420 Fannin, from 1:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 4,
2007, and a rosary will be recited at 4:00 p.m. A Requiem Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Monday,
March 5, 2007 at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 6800 Buffalo Speedway, Houston, Texas 77025. The Rite
of Committal will follow at Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery. A reception will be held at St. Vincent de Paul after
the committal. Anyone desiring to make a donation in Pete's name may send it to the Congregation of the
Incarnate Word and Blessed Sacrament, 3400 Bradford Street, Houston, Texas 77025, in Louis Willrich's
memory, or to the St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church and indicate that it's a contribution to the Retirement Fund
for Religious in Louis Willrich's memory. [The Houston Chronicle, Saturday, March 3, 2007]
More About Louis Otto Willrich III:
Burial: 05 Mar 2007, Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery, Houston, Harris, TX 248
Children of Louis Willrich and Robbie Crawford are:
+ 97 i. Stephanie Ann 12 Willrich, born Private.
98 ii. Heather Jane Willrich, born Private. She married Eric Stern Private; born Private.
99 iii. Ashley Elizabeth Willrich, born Private. She married Juan Pablo Cruz Private; born Private.
46. Francis Brandon 11 Willrich (Louis Otto 10 , Louis Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He
married Christine Maria Flores Private, daughter of Carlos Flores and Esther Martinez. She was born Private.
Children of Francis Willrich and Christine Flores are:
+ 100 i. David Brandon 12 Willrich, born Private.
+ 101 ii. Jennifer Angela Willrich, born Private.
102 iii. Steven Louis Willrich, born Private.
47. Elizabeth Carlon 11 Willrich (Louis Otto 10 , Louis Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She
married (1) Terry Allen Baber Private. He was born Private. She married (2) Bernard Francis Donohoe
Private, son of Daniel Donohoe and Laura Donohoe. He was born 10 Jul 1933 in Gremillion, South Dakota 249 ,
and died 01 May 2004 in Webster, Harris, TX 249,250 .
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Notes for Bernard Francis Donohoe:
DONOHOE
BERNARD (BUD) F. DONOHOE , 70 passed away Saturday May 1, 2004. He was a longtime senior employee
of EDS. Bernard is survived by his loving wife Elizabeth Donohoe, children: Kathleen Donohoe and Michael
Donohoe, brother: Donald Donohoe and 4 grandchildren. A memorial service will be held 12:30 in the afternoon,
Wednesday May 5, 2004 at Forest Park East Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be
made to the American Heart Association. [The Houston Chronicle, Wednesday, May 5, 2004]
Child of Elizabeth Willrich and Terry Baber is:
103 i. Chase Allan 12 Baber, born Private.
48. Gerard Martin 11 Willrich (Louis Otto 10 , Louis Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He
married Tonnie Ruth Bland Private. She was born Private.
Children of Gerard Willrich and Tonnie Bland are:
104 i. Melissa Marie 12 Willrich, born Private. She married Jonathan Daniel Siebert Private; born Private.
105 ii. Joseph Gerard Willrich, born Private. He married Kari Ann Roan Private; born Private.
49. Thomas Fowler 11 Willrich (Louis Otto 10 , Louis Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He
married Alicia Harrison Private. She was born Private.
Child of Thomas Willrich and Alicia Harrison is:
106 i. James Robert 12 Willrich, born Private.
50. Mary Jane 11 Willrich (Louis Otto 10 , Louis Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She
married Alfonso Sanchez, Jr. Private. He was born Private.
Children of Mary Willrich and Alfonso Sanchez are:
107 i. Anna Teresa 12 Sanchez, born Private.
108 ii. Carlos Alfonso Sanchez, born Private.
109 iii. Enrique Antonio Sanchez, born Private.
110 iv. Victoria Marie Sanchez, born Private.
51. James David 11 Cowhig, Jr. (Norine Elizabeth 10 Willrich, Louis Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
Private. He married (1) Gloria Jeanne Burns Private, daughter of Ivan Burns and Trixie Fruge. She was born
Private. He married (2) Cheryl Elaine McNalley Private, daughter of Russell McNalley and Willie Henderson.
She was born Private.
Child of James Cowhig and Gloria Burns is:
111 i. James David 12 Cowhig III, born Private.
Children of James Cowhig and Cheryl McNalley are:
112 i. Josephine Elizabeth 12 Cowhig, born Private.
113 ii. John Russell Cowhig, born Private.
52. Norine Ellen 11 Cowhig (Norine Elizabeth 10 Willrich, Louis Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
She married John Douglas McWhorter Private. He was born Private.
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Children of Norine Cowhig and John McWhorter are:
114 i. Mary Elizabeth 12 McWhorter, born Private.
115 ii. Catherine Anne McWhorter, born Private.
53. Margaret Ann 11 Cowhig (Norine Elizabeth 10 Willrich, Louis Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
She married Stephen Edward Webb Private, son of Jack Webb and Rena Unger. He was born Private.
Children of Margaret Cowhig and Stephen Webb are:
116 i. Austin James 12 Webb, born Private.
117 ii. Jordan Douglas Webb, born Private.
118 iii. Stephen Lee Webb, born Private.
54. Denis Martin 11 Cowhig (Norine Elizabeth 10 Willrich, Louis Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
He married Cindy Carpenter Private, daughter of Clifford Carpenter and Merble Parr. She was born Private.
Children of Denis Cowhig and Cindy Carpenter are:
119 i. Patrick Carpenter 12 Cowhig, born Private.
120 ii. Kathleen Carpenter Cowhig, born Private.
55. Ann Willrich 11 Atkinson (Ann Martin 10 Willrich, Louis Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
She married (1) Robert Cannon Brackett Private, son of Edward Brackett and Bessie Hudgins. He was born
Private. She married (2) Gene W Shaner Private. He was born Private.
Children of Ann Atkinson and Robert Brackett are:
+ 121 i. Eric Winston 12 Brackett, born Private.
+ 122 ii. Steven Bismarck Brackett, born Private.
56. Susan Clare 11 Atkinson (Ann Martin 10 Willrich, Louis Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
She married Harrison Jeremiah Lawson Private, son of Harry Lawson and Ada Wilson. He was born Private.
Children of Susan Atkinson and Harrison Lawson are:
+ 123 i. Susanna Cherry 12 Lawson, born Private.
124 ii. Carolina Leigh Lawson, born Private.
125 iii. Robert Jed LeLand Lawson, born Private.
57. Robert Mount 11 Atkinson, Jr. (Ann Martin 10 Willrich, Louis Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
He married Sandra Elaine Mack Private, daughter of Alfred Mack and Barbara Hatchell. She was born Private.
Children of Robert Atkinson and Sandra Mack are:
+ 126 i. Amanda Elaine 12 Atkinson, born Private.
+ 127 ii. Jason Russell Atkinson, born Private.
+ 128 iii. Neil Mack Atkinson, born Private.
59. Chester Lee 11 Allen, Jr. (Grace Ruth 10 Lueders, Anna B. 9 Willrich, Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
He married Marilyn Woodson Private, daughter of Rufus Woodson and Mittie Cole. She was born Private.
Children of Chester Allen and Marilyn Woodson are:
+ 129 i. Christopher Lee 12 Allen, born Private.
130 ii. Myra Lynn Allen, born Private. She married Matthew S. Sontheimer Private; born Private.
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60. Rita Anne 11 Allen (Grace Ruth 10 Lueders, Anna B. 9 Willrich, Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
She married Charles Edwin Mueller Private, son of Edwin Mueller and Eleanore Garden. He was born Private.
Children of Rita Allen and Charles Mueller are:
+ 131 i. Charles Edwin 12 Mueller, Jr., born Private.
132 ii. Mark Allen Mueller, born Private.
61. Gretchen May 11 Lueders (Thomas Russell 10 , Anna B. 9 Willrich, Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
She married (1) Randall Hampton McCollum Private. He was born Private. She married (2) Raymond Hugh
Campbell Private, son of Hugh Campbell and Katherine Hall. He was born Private.
Child of Gretchen Lueders and Randall McCollum is:
133 i. Derek Hampton 12 McCollum, born Private. He married Joy Christine Yarbrough Private; born Private.
Child of Gretchen Lueders and Raymond Campbell is:
134 i. Elisa Katherine 12 Campbell, born Private.
62. Lisa Mavis 11 Lueders (Thomas Russell 10 , Anna B. 9 Willrich, Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
She married William D. Gonzales Private. He was born Private.
Child of Lisa Lueders and William Gonzales is:
135 i. Travis 12 Gonzales, born Private.
Generation No. 5
63. Samuel Stephen 12 Sengelmann III (Samuel Stephen 11 , Hilda Ruth 10 Sladczyk, Margaretha 9 Willrich,
Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Robin Overton Private, daughter of Robert Overton and
Lois Laird. She was born Private.
Children of Samuel Sengelmann and Robin Overton are:
136 i. Sarah Jane 13 Sengelmann, born Private.
137 ii. Robert Stephen Sengelmann, born Private.
64. Elizabeth Ward 12 Sengelmann (Samuel Stephen 11 , Hilda Ruth 10 Sladczyk, Margaretha 9 Willrich, Otto
August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married James Jerome Elick Private, son of Jerome Elick and Juazetta
Counts. He was born Private.
Children of Elizabeth Sengelmann and James Elick are:
138 i. James Jerome 13 Elick II, born Private.
139 ii. Samuel Jonathan Elick, born Private.
65. William Ward 12 Sengelmann (Samuel Stephen 11 , Hilda Ruth 10 Sladczyk, Margaretha 9 Willrich, Otto
August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married (1) Martha Ann Cherry Private, daughter of Richard Cherry and
Rosenelle Tom. She was born Private. He married (2) Pamela Sue Wilmore Private. She was born Private.
Children of William Sengelmann and Pamela Wilmore are:
140 i. William Samuel 13 Sengelmann, born Private.
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141 ii. Gretchen Garner Sengelmann, born Private.
68. Mark Allen 12 Sengelmann (Gustav Jack 11 , Hilda Ruth 10 Sladczyk, Margaretha 9 Willrich, Otto August
George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Denise Kelly Wagner Private, daughter of Robert Wagner and Meta
Valenta. She was born Private.
Children of Mark Sengelmann and Denise Wagner are:
142 i. Shea Ryan 13 Sengelmann, born Private.
143 ii. Eric Allen Sengelmann, born Private.
74. Patricia Joan 12 Janik (Evelyn Emilie 11 Willrich, George Otto 10 , George Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 ,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. She married Robert Leland Abbott, Jr. Private, son of Robert Abbott and Margie Merritt. He
was born Private.
Children of Patricia Janik and Robert Abbott are:
144 i. Robert Joseph 13 Abbott, born Private. He married Aimee Lyn McCarter Private; born Private.
145 ii. Lisa Emily Abbott, born Private.
75. Joseph George 12 Janik (Evelyn Emilie 11 Willrich, George Otto 10 , George Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 ,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. He married Deborah Marie Parker Private, daughter of Jack Parker and Dorothy Koehler. She
was born Private.
Children of Joseph Janik and Deborah Parker are:
146 i. Christopher Scott 13 Janik, born Private. He married Monica Thelma Villarreal Private; born Private.
+ 147 ii. Jaime Renee Janik, born Private.
148 iii. Jennifer Marie Janik, born Private. She married Joe Tom Haby Private; born Private.
76. Donna Ann 12 Janik (Evelyn Emilie 11 Willrich, George Otto 10 , George Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 ,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. She married John Truman Johnson Private, son of Allie Johnson and Maxine Doty. He was born
Private.
Children of Donna Janik and John Johnson are:
149 i. Matthew Ryan 13 Johnson, born Private.
150 ii. Michael John Johnson, born Private.
77. Wanda Kay 12 Janik (Evelyn Emilie 11 Willrich, George Otto 10 , George Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 ,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. She married Steven Michael Corley Private, son of Donald Corley and Jo Dillard. He was born
Private.
Child of Wanda Janik and Steven Corley is:
151 i. Garrett Evan 13 Corley, born Private.
78. David Stephen 12 Janik (Evelyn Emilie 11 Willrich, George Otto 10 , George Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 ,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. He married Delores Ruth Gold Private, daughter of George Gold and Clarine Moeller. She was
born Private.
Children of David Janik and Delores Gold are:
152 i. Kyle David 13 Janik 251 , born 05 Apr 1983 in Wharton Co., TX 251 ; died 23 Apr 1983 in Wharton Co.,
TX 252 .
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153 ii. Jenna Elise Janik, born Private.
154 iii. Neill David Janik, born Private.
79. Terence Patrick 12 Janik (Evelyn Emilie 11 Willrich, George Otto 10 , George Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 ,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. He married Tammie Sue Joines Private, daughter of William Joines and Jerry Kennard. She was
born Private.
Children of Terence Janik and Tammie Joines are:
155 i. Ty Willrich 13 Janik, born Private.
156 ii. Todd Kinnard Janik, born Private.
157 iii. Traci Elizabeth Janik, born Private.
80. Gayle Marie 12 Janik (Evelyn Emilie 11 Willrich, George Otto 10 , George Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 ,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. She married Paul Albert Zieschang Private, son of Albert Zieschang and Allison Simmons. He
was born Private.
Children of Gayle Janik and Paul Zieschang are:
158 i. Carrie Lynn 13 Zieschang, born Private. She married Kenneth Lee Cordes II Private; born Private.
159 ii. Jason Amos Zieschang, born Private.
81. Joan Renee 12 Janik (Evelyn Emilie 11 Willrich, George Otto 10 , George Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 ,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. She married William Gustav Raynor Private. He was born Private.
Children of Joan Janik and William Raynor are:
160 i. Amanda Elizabeth 13 Raynor, born Private.
161 ii. Chad William Raynor, born Private.
82. Thomas Dale 12 Janik (Evelyn Emilie 11 Willrich, George Otto 10 , George Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 ,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. He married Barbara Lynn Tipton Private, daughter of Donald Tipton and Delores Houser. She
was born Private.
Children of Thomas Janik and Barbara Tipton are:
162 i. Derek Dale 13 Janik, born Private.
163 ii. April Lynn Janik, born Private.
83. Mary Lynn 12 Janik (Evelyn Emilie 11 Willrich, George Otto 10 , George Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 ,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. She married Gregory Wayne Janak Private, son of Eugene Janak and Justine Pesek. He was born
Private.
Children of Mary Janik and Gregory Janak are:
164 i. Emily Ann 13 Janak, born Private.
165 ii. Megan Leigh Janak, born Private.
84. Nancy Jean 12 Janik (Evelyn Emilie 11 Willrich, George Otto 10 , George Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 ,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. She married Timothy Jon Alexander Private. He was born Private.
Children of Nancy Janik and Timothy Alexander are:
166 i. Kevin Jon 13 Alexander, born Private.
167 ii. Brett Joseph Alexander, born Private.
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85. Amy Kay 12 Hudgins (Carrie Mae 11 Willrich, George Otto 10 , George Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
Private. She married Randle Wayne Polak Private, son of Rudolph Polak and Mary Kramr. He was born
Private.
Children of Amy Hudgins and Randle Polak are:
168 i. Amanda Lauren 13 Polak, born Private.
169 ii. Kristin Leigh Polak, born Private.
170 iii. Brooke Allison Polak, born Private.
86. Steven Edgar 12 Hudgins (Carrie Mae 11 Willrich, George Otto 10 , George Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 ,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. He married Tamara Denise Demny Private, daughter of Donald Demny and Gloria Szymanski.
She was born Private.
Children of Steven Hudgins and Tamara Demny are:
171 i. Taylor Demny 13 Hudgins, born Private.
172 ii. Colin Andrew Hudgins, born Private.
173 iii. Andrew Dawson Hudgins, born Private.
89. Lynn Marie 12 Willrich (George Joseph 11 , George Otto 10 , George Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
Private. She married Jimmy Ray Watson Private, son of Tommy Watson and Delores Hill. He was born
Private.
Children of Lynn Willrich and Jimmy Watson are:
174 i. Brent Ray 13 Watson, born Private.
175 ii. Haverty Lynn Watson, born Private.
97. Stephanie Ann 12 Willrich (Louis Otto 11 , Louis Otto 10 , Louis Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
She married Kevin Robert Pennell Private, son of Kenneth Pennell and Charlotte Watts. He was born Private.
Child of Stephanie Willrich and Kevin Pennell is:
176 i. Lauren Elise 13 Pennell, born Private.
100. David Brandon 12 Willrich (Francis Brandon 11 , Louis Otto 10 , Louis Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 ,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. He married Rosemary Lynn Blomquist Private, daughter of Jeffrey Blomquist and Mary Loose.
She was born Private.
Children of David Willrich and Rosemary Blomquist are:
177 i. Tyler Brandon 13 Willrich, born Private.
178 ii. Natalie Rose Willrich, born Private.
179 iii. Tiffany Lynne Willrich, born Private.
101. Jennifer Angela 12 Willrich (Francis Brandon 11 , Louis Otto 10 , Louis Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 ,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. She married Chad Robert Krempin Private, son of Roy Krempin and Sharon King. He was born
Private.
Child of Jennifer Willrich and Chad Krempin is:
180 i. Julia Marie Lorene 13 Krempin, born Private.
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121. Eric Winston 12 Brackett (Ann Willrich 11 Atkinson, Ann Martin 10 Willrich, Louis Otto 9 , Otto August
George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Juliet Amenta Private. She was born Private.
Children of Eric Brackett and Juliet Amenta are:
181 i. Bryant Carroll 13 Brackett, born Private.
182 ii. Paul Brackett, born Private.
122. Steven Bismarck 12 Brackett (Ann Willrich 11 Atkinson, Ann Martin 10 Willrich, Louis Otto 9 , Otto
August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Stephanie Lynn Tomek Private, daughter of Donald Tomek and
Patricia Tomek. She was born Private.
Children of Steven Brackett and Stephanie Tomek are:
183 i. Marjorie Ann 13 Brackett, born Private.
184 ii. Robert Cannon Brackett II, born Private.
185 iii. Adelbert (Audie) Atkinson Brackett, born Private.
123. Susanna Cherry 12 Lawson (Susan Clare 11 Atkinson, Ann Martin 10 Willrich, Louis Otto 9 , Otto August
George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Chad Steven Gallun Private, son of Steven Gallun and Rebecca
Lomax. He was born Private.
Child of Susanna Lawson and Chad Gallun is:
186 i. Grant Steven 13 Gallun, born Private.
126. Amanda Elaine 12 Atkinson (Robert Mount 11 , Ann Martin 10 Willrich, Louis Otto 9 , Otto August
George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married John Wayne Cagle, Jr. Private, son of John Wayne Cagle, Sr.. He
was born Private.
Children of Amanda Atkinson and John Cagle are:
187 i. Robert Atkinson 13 Cagle, born Private.
188 ii. Charles Mack Cagle, born Private.
127. Jason Russell 12 Atkinson (Robert Mount 11 , Ann Martin 10 Willrich, Louis Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 ,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. He married Shannon Ann Gay Private, daughter of Charles Gay and Noni Miller. She was born
Private.
Children of Jason Atkinson and Shannon Gay are:
189 i. Miller Robert 13 Atkinson, born Private.
190 ii. Charles Patrick Atkinson, born Private.
128. Neil Mack 12 Atkinson (Robert Mount 11 , Ann Martin 10 Willrich, Louis Otto 9 , Otto August George 8 ,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. He married Vera Elizabeth Rice Private. She was born Private.
Child of Neil Atkinson and Vera Rice is:
191 i. Sarah Leia 13 Atkinson, born Private.
129. Christopher Lee 12 Allen (Chester Lee 11 , Grace Ruth 10 Lueders, Anna B. 9 Willrich, Otto August
George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Paula Allen Private. She was born Private.
473

Child of Christopher Allen and Paula Allen is:
192 i. Jenna 13 Allen, born Private.
131. Charles Edwin 12 Mueller, Jr. (Rita Anne 11 Allen, Grace Ruth 10 Lueders, Anna B. 9 Willrich, Otto
August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married (1) Dara Mueller Private. She was born Private. He married (2)
Wendy Louise Coil Private, daughter of Robert Coil and Regina Vick. She was born Private.
Child of Charles Mueller and Wendy Coil is:
193 i. Kyle Robert Ryan 13 Mueller, born Private.
Generation No. 6
147. Jaime Renee 13 Janik (Joseph George 12 , Evelyn Emilie 11 Willrich, George Otto 10 , George Otto 9 , Otto
August George 8 , Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Robert William Ritter Private, son of Karl Ritter and Diane
Triesch. He was born Private.
Children of Jaime Janik and Robert Ritter are:
194 i. Haley Robyn 14 Ritter, born Private.
195 ii. Jennifer Marie Ritter, born Private.
Endnotes
1. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 58, Page 37.
2. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 49, Page 10A.
3. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 51, Page 8A.
4. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
5. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Fayette Co., Certificate 10134.
6. Texas Marriage Index, 1966-2002.
7. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 58, Page 37.
8. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 49, Page 10A.
9. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 51, Page 8A.
10. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
11. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, February 2, 1922.
12. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
13. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, July 12, 1906.
14. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
15. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, July 12, 1906.
16. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
17. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 8B.
18. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 49, Page 10A.
19. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 51, Page 8A.
20. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
474

Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
21. Social Security Death Index.
22. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, October 7, 1988.
23. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
24. Social Security Death Index.
25. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, October 7, 1988.
26. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 58, Page 37.
27. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 8B.
28. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, E. D. 52, Page 5B.
29. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 5, E. D. 63, Page 3A.
30. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, Ward 2, E. D. 31, Page 10B.
31. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, January 3, 1956.
32. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 7, E. D. 58, Page 15.
33. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 8B.
34. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, E. D. 52, Page 5B.
35. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 5, E. D. 63, Page 3A.
36. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, Ward 2, E. D. 31, Page 10B.
37. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, August 3, 1933.
38. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Jefferson Co., Certificate 33214.
39. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, January 3, 1956.
40. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, August 3, 1933.
41. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, Ward 2, E. D. 31, Page 10B.
42. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, E. D. 52, Page 2A.
43. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, December 22, 1967.
44. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, Ward 2, E. D. 31, Page 10B.
45. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, December 22, 1967.
46. Social Security Death Index.
47. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, December 22, 1967.
48. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Fayette Co.
49. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, E. D. 52, Page 2A.
50. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, March 14, 1967.
51. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
52. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, December 22, 1967.
53. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, March 14, 1967.
54. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, Ward 2, E. D. 31, Page 10B.
55. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 5, E. D. 63, Page 3A.
56. Social Security Death Index.
57. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, March 26, 1968.
58. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, March 22, 1968.
59. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
60. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, March 26, 1968.
61. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, March 22, 1968.
62. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, Ward 2, E. D. 31, Page 10B.
63. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 8B.
64. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 5, E. D. 63, Page 3A.
65. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, January 15, 1968.
475

66. Social Security Death Index.
67. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, January 15, 1968.
68. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
69. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, January 15, 1968.
70. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 58, Page 37.
71. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 75, Page 6A.
72. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, E. D. 50, Page 5B.
73. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 51, Page 7A.
74. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
75. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Wharton Co., Certificate 25743.
76. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 51, Page 7A.
77. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, October 28, 1909.
78. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Fayette Co., Certificate 20376.
79. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 58, Page 37.
80. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 2A.
81. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, E. D. 52, Page 1B.
82. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
83. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, May 25, 1933.
84. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, E. D. 52, Page 1B.
85. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 2A.
86. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, August 8, 1968.
87. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, July 14, 1919.
88. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, August 8, 1968.
89. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
90. Social Security Death Index.
91. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, August 8, 1968.
92. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 2A.
93. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
94. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, September 8, 1944.
95. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
96. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, September 8, 1944.
97. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 58, Page 37.
98. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 2, E. D. 50, Page 6A.
99. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 2, E. D. 52, Page 5B.
100. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 8B.
101. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 26, 1942.
102. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 2, E. D. 50, Page 6A.
103. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 2, E. D. 52, Page 5B.
104. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 8B.
105. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, November 26, 1942.
106. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, October 20, 1898.
107. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, March 25, 1948.
108. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, March 25, 1948.
109. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Certificate 12057, Fayette Co., TX.
110. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 26, 1942.
476

111. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 2, E. D. 50, Page 6A.
112. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 8B.
113. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 2, E. D. 50, Page 6A.
114. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, June 12, 1919.
115. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 2, E. D. 50, Page 6A.
116. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 2, E. D. 52, Page 5B.
117. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Harris County,
Precinct 1, Houston, E. D. 76, Page 12B.
118. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Saturday, October 6, 1951.
119. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Harris County,
Precinct 1, Houston, E. D. 76, Page 12B.
120. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, August 13, 1914.
121. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Saturday, January 30, 1965.
122. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Saturday, October 6, 1951.
123. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Saturday, January 30, 1965.
124. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Harris County,
Precinct 1, Houston, E. D. 76, Page 12B.
125. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, February 23, 1990.
126. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
127. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Harris County,
Precinct 1, Houston, E. D. 101, Page 15A.
128. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Harris County,
Precinct 1, Houston, Ward 3, E. D. 57, Page 5A.
129. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
130. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Saturday, November 27, 1937.
131. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Harris County,
Precinct 1, Houston, Ward 3, E. D. 57, Page 5A.
132. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Harris County,
Precinct 1, Houston, E. D. 101, Page 15A.
133. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, February 15, 1912.
134. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, February 15, 1912.
135. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Tuesday, June 13, 1944.
136. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Saturday, November 27, 1937.
137. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Tuesday, June 13, 1944.
138. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Harris County,
Precinct 1, Houston, E. D. 101, Page 15A.
139. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
140. California Death Index, 1940-1997.
141. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
142. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, E. D. 51, Page 8A.
143. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, July 18, 1918.
144. Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, July 11, 1918.
145. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, July 18, 1918.
146. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Wednesday, April 6, 1977.
147. Social Security Death Index.
148. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Wednesday, April 6, 1977.
149. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
150. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, July 18, 1918.
151. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Wednesday, April 6, 1977.
152. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, La Grange, Ward 2, E. D. 31, Page 10B.
153. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, La Grange, E. D. 52, Page 5B.
154. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 5, E. D. 63, Page 3A.
155. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Sunday, July 16, 1961.
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156. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Tuesday, April 3, 1984.
157. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, June 16, 1921.
158. Social Security Death Index.
159. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Tuesday, April 3, 1984.
160. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
161. Social Security Death Index.
162. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Tuesday, April 3, 1984.
163. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Sunday, July 16, 1961.
164. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Tuesday, April 3, 1984.
165. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, La Grange, Ward 2, E. D. 31, Page 10B.
166. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 5, E. D. 63, Page 3A.
167. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, La Grange, Ward 2, E. D. 31, Page 10B.
168. Social Security Death Index.
169. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
170. Social Security Death Index.
171. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Jefferson Co., Certificate 73102.
172. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 5, E. D. 63, Page 3A.
173. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, La Grange, E. D. 52, Page 5B.
174. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 7B.
175. Social Security Death Index.
176. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
177. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 7B.
178. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette, La
Grange, Precinct 1, E. D. 50, Page 2A.
179. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette, La
Grange, Precinct 1, E. D. 52, Page 4A. .
180. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, April 19, 1928.
181. Social Security Death Index.
182. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
183. Social Security Death Index.
184. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, La Grange, E. D. 50, Page 5B.
185. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
186. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, May 21, 1964.
187. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, September 6, 1928.
188. Social Security Death Index.
189. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
190. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic."
191. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, E. D. 75, Page 6A.
192. Social Security Death Index.
193. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, August 19, 1981.
194. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
195. Social Security Death Index.
196. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, November 26, 1964.
197. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, August 19, 1981.
198. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, November 26, 1964.
199. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
200. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, November 26, 1964.
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202. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, November 26, 1964.
203. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
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479

480

Arthur H.
Koehler
1872 - 1952
Egon
Koehler
1900 - 1948
Larry
Cornelson, Jr.
1925 - 2003
Kathryn Sue
Cornelson
Private -
Emilie
Sladczyk
1876 - 1956
Lillian
Carlton
1899 - 1998
George R.
Hatridge
Private -
Betty Louise
Balzer
1927 - 1982
Elise
Koehler
1874 - 1956
Douglas W.
Cornelson
Private -
Fritz
Mensing
1872 - 1911
Larry
Cornelson
1893 - 1945
Cheryl L.
Chessher
Private -
Descendants of Louisa Theodora Willrich
Louisa T.
Willrich
1849 - 1944
Ruth Louise
Mensing
1903 - 1995
Barbara Jean
Cornelson
1927 - 1998
Thomas Craig
Chromcak
Private -
Emil
Koehler
1836 - 1920
Gus A.
Balzer
1901 - 1982
Emil Joe
Chromcak, Jr.
Private -
Cont. p. 486
481
Anna
Koehler
1876 - 1971
Cont. p. 483 Ardie
Kirsch
1901 - 1944
Cont. p. 485
Bradley John
Chromcak
1955 - 1999
Adolf
Kirsch
1878 - 1924
Adolf Manuel
Koehler
1878 - 1947
Arthur E.
Koehler
1911 - 1969
Emma M.
Schulz
1889 - 1950
Cont. p. 484
Cont. p. 482

Nathan H.
Greenwood
1922 - 1943
Cont. p. 481 Hedwig Anna
Koehler
1880 - 1971
Katharine L.
Gebhardt
Private -
Julia Katharine
Powell
Private -
Joseph Yancey
Powell, Jr.
1920 - 2004
Alice Stewart
Powell
Private -
Margaret K.
Clarke
Private -
Julius A.
Gebhardt
1875 - 1938
George Arthur
Clarke III
Private -
Joseph Robert
Clarke
Private -
Descendants of Louisa Theodora Willrich
Louisa T.
Willrich
1849 - 1944
Theodore Emil
Gebhardt, Sr.
Private -
Theodore Emil
Gebhardt, Jr.
Private -
Emil
Koehler
1836 - 1920
Theodore Emil
Gebhardt III
Private -
Catherine D.
Sittler
Private -
Carla Rae
Riffe
Private -
482
Beverly Gaye
Boyls
Private -
Thomas G.
O'Connell
Private -
Violet Anne
Gilliam
Private -
Georgerine O.
Koehler
1909 - 1977
George Gehrig
O'Connell
Private -
Steven Gehrig
O'Connell
Private -
Anna Maria
Lueders
1887 - 1909
Robert D.
Boyls
1924 - 1998
Roy
Gilliam
1907 - 1989
George Carl
Koehler
1882 - 1952
Robert Gilliam
Boyls
Private -
Emma
Young
Private -
Richard Lee
Boyls
Private -
Cont. p. 487

Descendants of Louisa Theodora Willrich
Elise
Koehler
1874 - 1956
Fritz
Mensing
1872 - 1911
Cont. p. 481 Weldon Fritz
Mensing
1910 - 1981
Weldon Fritz
Mensing, Jr.
1941 - 1969
483
Mark Michael
Mensing
1964 - 1969
Helen Alma
Sanders
1917 - 1997
Margaret Fay
Ham
Private -

Cont. p. 481 Ivan Earl
Koehler
1914 - 1983
Vernon
Lackey, Jr.
Private -
Bonnie Merle
Koehler
Private -
Mabel Lee
Herm
1921 - 1979
Don W.
Pearce
Private -
Roberto Luis
de la Cerda
Private -
Mary Ann
Koehler
Private -
Descendants of Louisa Theodora Willrich
Adolf Manuel
Koehler
1878 - 1947
Juan
de la Cerda
Private -
Juan Christian
de la Cerda
Private -
Emma M.
Schulz
1889 - 1950
Marvin Louis
Koehler
Private -
Robert Joseph
Koehler
Private -
Alejandro
de la Cerda
Private -
484
Mary C.
Bailey
1920 - 1968
Michael T.
Koehler
Private -
Gregory Louis
Koehler
Private -
Teresa Jeanne
Koehler
Private -
Kristine M.
Whitten
Private -
Kevin Lee
Whitten
Private -
Michelle
Whitten
Private -
Cont. p. 488

Janet Ruth
Cornelson
Private -
Descendants of Louisa Theodora Willrich
Ruth Louise
Mensing
1903 - 1995
Cont. p. 481 William Fritz
Cornelson
Private -
Lillian Mae
Cole
Private -
James Gary
Cole
Private -
Nancy Jane
Cornelson
Private -
Larry
Cornelson
1893 - 1945
Lillian Ruth
Nash
1932 - 2004
485
Nicholas
Textor
Private -
William R.
Cornelson
Private -
William F.
Cornelson II
Private -
Laura A.
Dominguez
Private -

Cont. p. 481
Descendants of Louisa Theodora Willrich
Thomas Craig
Chromcak
Private -
Brenda Kay
Moye
Private -
Thomas Jordan
Chromcak
Private -
486
Jeanne Carol
Oliver
Private -
Chase Andrew
Chromcak
Private -
Kaylie Jeanne
Chromcak
Private -

Bette Diane
Davis
Private -
Diana Louise
Moore
Private -
Robin Diane
Davis
Private -
Knox
Williams III
Private -
Haylee R.
McRae
Private -
Cont. p. 482 Charlotte
Koehler
1885 - 1936
Roy Dale
Davis
1911 - 1992
Michael K.
McRae
Private -
Robbie Lee
Wood
Private -
Roy Dale
Davis, Jr.
Private -
Charlotte Tara
Davis
Private -
Brennon Dale
Boyle
Private -
Descendants of Louisa Theodora Willrich
Alex M.
Moore
1880 - 1934
Louisa T.
Willrich
1849 - 1944
Cheryl Clark
Kendricks
Private -
John Ray
Boyle
Private -
Emil
Koehler
1836 - 1920
Margaret K.
Moore
Private -
James Michael
Hankamer
Private -
Derek
Hankamer
Private -
Anna Noelle
Hankamer
Private -
487
Clarence J.
Hankamer
1915 - 1973
Virginia Lea
Smith
Private -
Laura Nicole
Givens
Private -
Courtney Lea
Hankamer
Private -
Frederick W.
Koehler
1889 - 1947
Hilmar F.
Koehler
1916 - 1992
Cont. p. 490 Paul Frederick
Koehler
Private -
Tasha Kay
Koehler
Private -
Irma Augusta
Amberg
1893 - 1985
Mildred Elinor
Houser
1922 - 2004
Carol Ann
Johnson
Private -
Martin Lynn
Byerly, Jr.
Private -
Cont. p. 489
Cont. p. 491
Cont. p. 492

Descendants of Louisa Theodora Willrich
Marvin Louis
Koehler
Private -
Cont. p. 484 James Douglas
Koehler
Private -
488
Mary C.
Bailey
1920 - 1968
Dheilia Ann
Scanlan
Private -
Barbara K.
Koehler
Private -

Cont. p. 487 William J.
Beckham
1925 - 1966
[1] Gail Fleet
Wilkinson
Private -
[2] James S.
Schloemer
Private -
Agnes Louise
Koehler
Private -
Cont. p. 493 Katherine E.
Wilkinson
Private -
Descendants of Louisa Theodora Willrich
Frederick W.
Koehler
1889 - 1947
Bradley
Stockman
Private -
Irma Augusta
Amberg
1893 - 1985
489
[1] Gail Fleet
Wilkinson
Private -
Ronald Barnes
Wilkinson
1933 - 2004
[2] James S.
Schloemer
Private -
[3] Lynn S.
Wilkinson
Private -
[5] Federico G.
Daza y Skidan
Private -
[4] Federico G.
Daza y Skidan
Private -
Cont. p. 494

Descendants of Louisa Theodora Willrich
Margaret K.
Moore
Private -
Cont. p. 487 Catherine J.
Hankamer
Private -
Jennifer C.
Jarl
Private -
Clarence J.
Hankamer
1915 - 1973
490
Alan Wayne
Jarl
Private -
Jeffrey Alan
Jarl
Private -
John Stephen
Hankamer
Private -

Descendants of Louisa Theodora Willrich
Hilmar F.
Koehler
1916 - 1992
Cont. p. 487 Wayne H.
Koehler
Private -
Kelley K.
Koehler
Private -
Mark Wayne
Allen
Private -
Mildred Elinor
Houser
1922 - 2004
Judith Louise
Kent
Private -
491
Kent Keith
Koehler
Private -
Kameron D.
Koehler
Private -
Dale William
Koehler
1948 - 1985
Jennifer Leigh
Mercer
Private -
Brice Aden
Koehler
Private -

Descendants of Louisa Theodora Willrich
Paul Frederick
Koehler
Private -
Carol Ann
Johnson
Private -
Cont. p. 487 Tonya Rose
Koehler
Private -
492
Baylie Ann
Fox
Private -
Steven B.
Fox
Private -

Descendants of Louisa Theodora Willrich
Agnes Louise
Koehler
Private -
William J.
Beckham
1925 - 1966
Cont. p. 489 [3] Lynn S.
Wilkinson
Private -
493
[5] Federico G.
Daza y Skidan
Private -
[4] Federico G.
Daza y Skidan
Private -

Cont. p. 489 Mark Blaine
Wilkinson
Private -
Descendants of Louisa Theodora Willrich
Agnes Louise
Koehler
Private -
JoAnn
Wilkinson
Private -
494
Ronald Barnes
Wilkinson
1933 - 2004
Ronald Barnes
Wilkinson, Jr.
Private -
Julia McIntyre
Dunlop
Private -

Descendants of Louisa Theodora Willrich
Generation No. 1
1. Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich (Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 1,2,3,4,5 was born 29 Dec 1849 in Bluff, Fayette, TX 6,7 , and died 07 Nov 1944
in LaGrange, Fayette, TX 8 . She married Emil Koehler 9,10,11,12,13 21 Dec 1871 in Fayette County, Texas, son of
Friedrich Wilhelm Koehler. He was born 08 Apr 1836 in Halberstadt, Prussia, Germany, and died 14 Nov 1920
in La Grange, Fayette, TX 14 .
Notes for Louisa Theodora Willrich:
86 YEARS
Mrs. Louise Koehler, who lives with her daughter, Mrs. Elsie Mensing, celebrated the 86th anniversary of her
natal day, Sunday. Nothing at elaboration, friends called to extend good wishes, and a light lunch was enjoyed.
Of her children the following were present: Mrs. Anna Kirsch, Mrs. Elise Mensing, Mrs. Julius Gebhardt and
Arthur Koehler and their family connections. From Schulenburg came Mrs. M. Koehler, daughter-in-law, and
Mrs. Larry Cornelson, grand-daughter. The lateness of the offering decreases not the Journal's congratulations
and hearty good wishes. May she continue to enjoy good health and have her family and friends to gather at the
next anniversary. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, January 2, 1936]
Estimate December 31, 1943
93 Years
Born in Fayette County, and a continuous citizen, Mrs. Louise Koehler celebrated her 93rd birthday anniversary,
Tuesday, Dec. 29. A visit with her on that beautiful morning, handing her a spray of poinsettas, found her
cheerful and happy to be with her loved ones who are “ever watchful over her, care for her as though she were an
infant,” her statement. Mrs. Koehler is now going through the fourth war; civil war, when she was 14 years of
age; Spanish-American war, World War I, and now, the real World War. Her recollections of the civil war were
many, “no money, no coffee, no clothes to buy, had to weave all wearing material and sew by hand, make your
own candles for light,” and many other incidents, she related. With all this, when the Yankee soldiers, half
starved, came through to their homes they were given the best, and when they left, they took what they needed to
journey on. “Those were tight times,” she said. Mrs. Koehler has one living sister, Mrs. – Gross of San Antonio,
who is past 100 years of age; for the birthday anniversary of Mrs. Koehler Mrs. Gross wrote a beautiful poem in
German, which was read to her on her birthday anniversary, Tuesday. Mrs. Koehler is quite alert, in full
possession of her mental facilities; however, her vision is impaired and her hearing is somewhat defective. She
enjoys the visits of friends and never fails to thank you for the least favor. Her family consists of four sons,
Arthur of La Grange, George of West Point, A. M. of Schulenburg and F. W. Koehler of Houston; three
daughters, Mesdames F. Mensing, A. Kirsch and J. Gebhardt of La Grange; 14 grandchildren and 8 greatgrandchildren.
Grandchildren – Egon Koehler, Tulsa, Okla.; Ruth Cornelson, Yorktown; Adi Kirsh, La Grange;
Weldon Mensing, Wharton; Sgt. Arthur E. Koehler, Camp Gruber, Okla.; Lieut. Marvin L. Koehler, Camp
Gruber, Okla.; Ivan E. Koehler, Mission; Mrs. Roy Gilliam, La Grange; Hilmar Koehler, yoeman 3/c, U.S. Navy,
Houston; Agnes Louise Koehler, Houston; Mrs. Dale Davis, Elgin; Mrs. C. Hankamer, Aruba, N.W. Indies; Ted
Gebhardt, Bay City; Katherina Gebhardt, La Grange. Great-Grandchildren – Larry Cornelson, Jr., Houston;
Barbara and Billie Cornelson, Yorktown; Weldon Mensing, Jr., Wharton; Bonnie Merle Koehler, Mission; Violet
Gilliam, La Grange; Bette and Roy Davis, Elgin. Visitors – Mr. and Mrs. George Koehler, West Point; Mr. and
Mrs. Fritz Koehler and Agnes Louise, Houston; Mrs. Larry Cornelson and Billie, Yorktown; Mr. and Mrs. A. M.
Koehler, Schulenburg; Sgt. Arthur Koehler, Camp Gruber, Okla.; Lieut. Marvin L. Koehler, Camp Gruber, Okla.;
Mrs. Otto Amberg and Mrs. Elsie Knigge, Houston; Ted Gebhardt, Bay City; Dr. and Mrs. Martin Hoch,
Smithville; Mrs. Elsie Mensing, Mrs. Anna Kirsch, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Koehler, Mrs. B. F. Harigel. Miss Ottilie
Harigel, Miss H. Rosenberg, La Grange; and Geo. Knigge, Jr., Houston. A family dinner had been arranged at
the home of Mrs. Gebhardt, her youngest daughter, and with whom she makes her home. In ------ -noon many of
her friends ------ reminiscenced with her ---.
Mrs. Louise Koehler
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Mrs. Louise Koehler, relict of the late Emil Koehler, died Tuesday, Nov. 7, aged 94 years, 10 months, and 8 days.
Funeral services were held in the chapel of the Koenig Funeral Home, Wednesday afternoon. Interment was
made in the new city cemetery, Koenig Funeral Home in charge. Mrs. Koehler, a daughter of George Willrich,
immigrant from Germany, was born in the Bluff community, Fayette County, Dec. 29, 1849; she was united in
marriage with Emil Koehler in 1871, living her entire life in and near to La Grange. Surviving are her four sons,
Arthur of La Grange, Adolph of Schulenburg, George of West Point and Fritz Koehler of Houston; her daughters,
Mrs. Elise Mensing, Mrs. Anna Kirsch and Mrs. Hedwig Gebhardt of La Grange, and one sister, Mrs. Anna
Groos of San Antonio. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 9, 1944]
More About Louisa Theodora Willrich:
Burial: 08 Nov 1944, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX 15
Notes for Emil Koehler:
HIS WISH FULFILLED
Death Claimed An Old Fayette County Citizen Sunday Evening
As per his wish expressed to the writer some months since, that when his name should be called, he would not
linger but drift peacefully into the last sleep, Emil Koehler died Sunday night at the family home in the northern
part of La Grange. Death followed quickly after he had made known his illness - - within a few hours. As was his
custom and habit, and in which he ever found a great deal of pleasure, Mr. Koehler, apparently and in the very
best of spirits, and jovial as was his nature, left the house and looked to the feeding of his chickens. It was when
he essayed to return into the house that he was stricken and had to be assisted. In spite of the fact that medical aid
was secured, he soon began his last earthly sleep. Near the eleventh evening hour' he received his wish, he fell
asleep and passed out of the knowledge of all things earthly. Mr. Koehler was man whom to know was to love
and admire; he had long since passed the usual allotment of years granted to mortals, and maintained his ever
friendly disposition, always ready to extend the greeting to his fellow man, and carrying with him an atmosphere
of good cheer. We had all grown so accustomed him each morning and listen to his welcome voice, that now his
absence will be noted by everybody. He was born in Halberstadt, Germany on the eighth day of April 1837, and
grew to manhood in that country. In 1864 the deceased emigrated to America and landed in New York where he
remained for one year and then came to Texas and located at Bluff, in this county, where he engaged in farming.
In the year 1871, December 22, he was united in marriage with Miss Louise Willrich of the Bluff community, and
to them were born eight children, all of whom, with the widow, survive. These children are: Arthur Koehler of
LaGrange, Mannie Koehler of Schulenburg, F. W. Koehler of Houston, Mrs. J. Gebhardt of LaGrange, Mrs. Alex
Moore of Elgin and George Koehler of La Grange. Eleven grandchildren will also miss good old grandpa.
Tuesday afternoon the funeral was held from his late residence, and the remains were interred at the new
cemetery, Rev. R. Heise conducting the ceremonies. May his rest be peaceful. [La Grange Journal, November 18,
1920]
More About Emil Koehler:
Burial: 16 Nov 1920, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX 16
Children of Louisa Willrich and Emil Koehler are:
+ 2 i. Arthur H. 9 Koehler, born 10 Dec 1872 in Bluff, Fayette, TX; died 31 Mar 1952 in LaGrange, Fayette,
TX.
+ 3 ii. Elise Koehler, born 24 Feb 1874 in Bluff, Fayette, TX; died 09 Dec 1956 in Weimar, Colorado, TX.
+ 4 iii. Anna Koehler, born 09 May 1876 in Bluff, Fayette, TX; died 12 Feb 1971 in Weimar, Colorado, TX.
+ 5 iv. Adolf Manuel Koehler, born 23 Jan 1878 in Bluff, Fayette, TX; died 18 Oct 1947 in Schulenburg,
Fayette, TX.
+ 6 v. Hedwig Anna Koehler, born 13 Jan 1880 in Bluff, Fayette, TX; died 26 Nov 1971 in Houston, Harris,
TX.
+ 7 vi. George Carl Koehler, born 07 Oct 1882 in Bluff, Fayette, TX; died 14 Oct 1952 in LaGrange, Fayette,
TX.
+ 8 vii. Charlotte Koehler, born 25 May 1885 in Bluff, Fayette, TX; died 28 Dec 1936 in Elgin, Bastrop, TX.
+ 9 viii. Frederick William Koehler, born 22 Nov 1889 in Bluff, Fayette, TX; died 02 Jun 1947 in Houston,
Harris, TX.
496

Generation No. 2
2. Arthur H. 9 Koehler (Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 17,18,19,20,21 was born 10 Dec 1872 in Bluff, Fayette,
TX 22,23 , and died 31 Mar 1952 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX 24,25 . He married Emilie Sladczyk 26,27,28,29,30,31 01 Feb
1899 in Bluff, Fayette Co., TX 32,33 , daughter of Victor Sladczyk and Rosalie Navrath. She was born 14 Sep 1876
in Cedar, Fayette, TX 34,35 , and died 21 Aug 1956 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX 35,36 .
Notes for Arthur H. Koehler:
Fire Destroys Garage and Two Cars
Early Saturday morning between the hours of one and two o’clock a passer-by near the Arthur Koehler residence,
turned in the fire alarm. The Koehler garage was then being swept by flames. Most of the firemen were on hand
as usual, but the fire had too great a start and Mr. Koehler’s Studebaker coupe and the Chevrolet truck used by
Vogt & Co., for deliveries, were totally destroyed. A quantity of feed stuff was also destroyed, and although the
firemen put up a good fight, the building burned to the ground. The cause of the fire is not known, but it is
thought that the flames started on the roof of the structure. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, April 16, 1931]
Card of Thanks
We wish to offer to the fire boys of La Grange our thanks for their prompt response to the fire siren’s call last
Saturday morning, when fire was destroying our garage and automotive vehicles. While our loss is keenly felt,
we believe but for your timely arrival and willingness to help, the result would have been disastrous to our home.
Again, our thanks.
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Koehler
Fritz Vogt
[The La Grange Journal, Thursday, April 16, 1931]
Arthur H. Koehler, Businessman Here 38 Years, Succumbs
Arthur H. Koehler, 79, widely known retired La Grange businessman, passed away at the hospital here Monday
after a lingering illness. Funeral services were held Wednesday at 3 p.m. at the chapel of the Koenig Funeral
Home with Rev. C. P. Owen of the First Presbyterian Church officiating, and interment was in the New City
Cemetery. Mr. Koehler was born on the bluff on Dec. 10, 1872, son of the late Emil Koehler and his wife, nee
Louise Willrich. He was united in marriage with Miss Emilie Sladczyk on Feb. 1, 1899. Mr. Koehler 38 years
ago joined his brother-in-law, the late Fritz Vogt, in the livery stable business then known as Vogt & Co. They
then went into the feed business and after Mr. Vogt's passing, Mr. Koehler became the sole owner. He sold the
business about four years ago to John G. Freudenberg, and it now goes by the name of Johnny's Feed Store. He
was also very active in civic and city work, and was vice president of the First National Bank of La Grange for a
number of years. Surviving are his widow; a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Egon Koehler of Tulsa, Okla.; three sisters,
Mrs. Anna Kirsch, Mrs. Heda Gebhardt and Mrs. Elsa Mensing of La Grange; a brother, George Koehler of West
Point; and a number of nieces and nephews. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, April 3, 1952]
More About Arthur H. Koehler:
Burial: 02 Apr 1952, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX 37
Notes for Emilie Sladczyk:
Mrs. Emilie Koehler Dies Here Tuesday
Mrs. Emilie Koehler of La Grange died at Fayette Memorial hospital here Tuesday at the age of 79. Funeral
services were held at the Koenig Funeral Home Thursday morning with the Rev. Martin Thomas of the
Presbyterian church officiating. Burial was in the La Grange City cemetery. Mrs. Koehler was born in the Cedar
community on September 14, 1876, daughter of V. C. and Roselie Navrath Sladczyk. On February 1, 1899 she
was married at Bluff to Arthur H. Koehler, prominent in business here, who died in 1952. She is survived by a
daughter-in-law, Mrs. Egon Koehler of Tulsa, Okla.; a sister, Mrs. Hugo Ehlers of La Grange; and a nurnber of
nieces and nephews. [The Fayette County Record, August 24, 1956]
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More About Emilie Sladczyk:
Burial: 23 Aug 1956, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX 38
Child of Arthur Koehler and Emilie Sladczyk is:
10 i. Egon 10 Koehler 39,40 , born 22 Nov 1900 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX 40,41 ; died 24 Jul 1948 in Tulsa, Tulsa
Co., OK 41 . He married Lillian Carlton 42 09 Sep 1926 in Bonham, Fannin, TX 43 ; born 14 Nov 1899 in
Texas 44,45 ; died 29 Dec 1998 in Tulsa, Tulsa Co., OK 45 .
Notes for Egon Koehler:
La Grange Boy Elected Member Ross Volunteers
College Station, Texas, October 18.
Egon Koehler of La Grange has been elected a member of the Ross Volunteers, honorary military
organization at the A. & M. College of Texas, the most famous military unit in the South. It is composed
of the crack military men in the cadet corps who have in addition to distinguishing themselves for their
military efficiency in the first two years or three years of attendance, also have made records of high
scholarship and displayed virtues of gentlemanly conduct in their student associations. The company
was organized during the administration of former Governor Sullivan Ross, the first president of the
College named in his honor, and is now maintained in commemoration of his name. It is perpetuated by
adding to its membership at the beginning of each school year a number of juniors and seniors who have
the best records of military, moral and scholastic competency. Students are elected to membership upon
recommendation of [an] old member, and one dissenting vote by a single member is sufficient for
rejection of his name, and this vote may be cast secretly without the name of the voter disclosed. So to
be a member of this organization a student of the College must be considered a gentleman and a scholar,
and command the respect of his associates. For this reason students accept membership in the Ross
Volunteers as the greatest recognition that can be paid them by the student body. The organization
exhibits in a single unique military drill every spring at commencement time all the skill that practice in
puzzling and perplex-drills throughout the year gives to them, and they foster one social affair each
spring, which is a three day round of festivities climaxed each day with a big dance. These dances are
known all over the state as the most elaborate events of the kind. For these dances girls from elite
society circles of the nation are brought here as the guests of the College. One of the dances is given to
the entire cadet corps and each cadet brings his best girl for this affair. On the occasion of the annual
drill and the night of the “R. V. Hop” which is the name given the biggest dance of the “R. V. period,”
the Ross Volunteers wear the official dress of the company, which consists of snow white trousers,
blouses, shoes and cap with gold cap insignia and gold shoulder straps. [La Grange Journal, Thursday,
October 20, 1921]
Egon Koehler, 48, Dies in Oklahoma
Egon Koehler, 48, prominent Tulsa, Okla. Club man and president of the Power Machinery Co., died
shortly after noon Saturday in a Tulsa hospital. He had suffered a heart attack July 20 on a train enroute
to Tulsa from New York City. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Koehler of La Grange. Born in
La Grange, he graduated from high school here and from Texas A&M College. In 1922 he moved to
Bartlesville, where he was employed by the Cities Service Oil Co. Eight years later he moved to Tulsa,
serving as vice president of the Moorlane Co. until 1940. The Power Machinery Co. was then formed by
Mr. Koehler. He was the sole owner. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church of La Grange. In
September Mr. Koehler would have celebrated his 22nd year of marriage to Lillian Carleton Koehler.
Funeral services were held Monday at 10 a.m. at Stanley’s Funeral Home in Tulsa. Burial services were
held at Bonham, Texas, Monday at 5 p.m. Attending the last rites from here were Mr. and Mrs. Arthur
Koehler, Harry Vogt and Mrs. W. B. Loessin. The four were enroute to Tulsa Saturday, when they
received the message of Mr. Koehler’s passing in Denton. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, July 29,
1948]
More About Egon Koehler:
Burial: 26 Jul 1948, Bonham, Fannin, TX 46
Marriage Notes for Egon Koehler and Lillian Carlton:
Koehler – Carlton Nuptials
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Koehler left for Bonham Wednesday morning to be absent for several days. Their
departure for that city was for the purpose of being in attendance upon the ceremony that will unite in
marriage their only son, Egon Koehler and Miss Lillian Carlton, a former teacher in the La Grange
Public Schools. The ceremony will take place Thursday, today, at one o’clock in the afternoon. Egon is
now stationed in Bartlettsville, Oklahoma, where he holds a lucrative position, and that city will be the
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future home of the young couple. The Journal congratulates them and wishes for them a happy, long and
useful married life. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, September 9, 1926]
3. Elise 9 Koehler (Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 47,48,49,50,51 was born 24 Feb 1874 in Bluff, Fayette, TX 51 , and
died 09 Dec 1956 in Weimar, Colorado, TX 51,52 . She married Fritz Mensing 53,54 24 Mar 1898 in Bluff, Fayette,
TX, son of F. Mensing and Clara Helmcamp. He was born 10 Aug 1872 in Fayette Co., TX 55 , and died 05 Oct
1911 in Fayette Co., TX 55 .
Notes for Elise Koehler:
Mrs. Mensing Rites Set Here Tuesday
Mrs. Elise Mensing, 82, native and long-time resident of La Grange, passed away Sunday at the Youens hospital
in Weimer. Funeral services will be held at the Koenig Funeral Home chapel here Tuesday at 10 a.m., with the
Rev. W. M. Anderson of Schulenburg officiating. Burial will be in the La Grange City cemetery. Mrs. Mensing
was born on the bluff on February 25, 1974, daughter of the late Emil and Louise Willrich Koehler. She was
united in marriage with Fritz Mensing on March 25, 1898, her husband passing away October 6, 1911. Mrs.
Mensing resided here for many years, and had lived at Schulenburg for the past two and a half years. She is
survived by a daughter, Mrs. Gus Balzer of Schulenburg; one son, Weldon Mensing of Houston; two sisters, Mrs.
Anna Kirsch and Mrs. Julia Gebhardt, both of La Grange; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. [The
Fayette County Record, December 11, 1956]
More About Elise Koehler:
Burial: 11 Dec 1956, City Cemetery, La Grange, Fayette Co., TX 56
Notes for Fritz Mensing:
He Fell Asleep
Thursday afternoon, at his home 2 ½ miles south of La Grange surrounded by his loving wife, his mother, and
several brothers, Fritz Mensing, conscious of the fact that his life's threads were about to be snapped in twain,
turned from one to another, spoke cheerfully, and like an infant, fell into eternal sleep. With his last breath there
passed to his reward a good, honest man, the son of an old and highly respected family, one in whom every one
who knew him, reposed the utmost confidence. Fritz was born near his late home thirty-nine years ago on August
10, last. His early youth was spent on the farm where he remained until a few years after he had reached his
majority, when he removed to La Grange and engaged in partnership with his brother, Hermann, in the mercantile
business. Some thirteen years ago he was united in marriage with Miss Elise Koehler, the result of this union
being a girl now 8 years of age, and an infant boy of fifteen months ------ the period in which he resided in this
city, he was stricken with typhoid fever, lingering between life and death for several months. From the ravages of
this fever he never entirely recovered. His vitality ebbed away gradually, until a brave fight ended in his demise.
His widow, his two children, God be merciful to them. They will mourn the loss of a good and loving husband
and father. His mother, for whom he had so pleadingly asked just one short hour before his departure, will miss
her eldest son. None but those who have experienced the anguish such loss occasions can fully appreciate the
loss the mother has sustained. We deeply sympathize with the bereaved relatives. Friday afternoon, the remains
were brought to La Grange, and were interred at the new cemetery, where a large number of sympathizing friends
had joined the relatives, to witness the last sad rites. May his rest be peaceful. [La Grange Journal, October 12,
1911]
More About Fritz Mensing:
Burial: 06 Oct 1911, City Cemetery, La Grange, Fayette Co., TX 57
Children of Elise Koehler and Fritz Mensing are:
+ 11 i. Ruth Louise 10 Mensing, born 10 Jan 1903 in Bluff, Fayette, TX; died 28 Jul 1995 in Weimar, Colorado,
TX.
+ 12 ii. Weldon Fritz Mensing, born 19 Apr 1910 in Fayette Co., TX; died 06 Mar 1981 in Harris Co., TX.
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4. Anna 9 Koehler (Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 58,59,60,61,62 was born 09 May 1876 in Bluff, Fayette,
TX 63,64,65,66 , and died 12 Feb 1971 in Weimar, Colorado, TX 67,68,69 . She married Adolf Kirsch 70 , son of Anton
Kirsch and Johanna Schmidt. He was born 1878 in Texas, and died 1924.
Notes for Anna Koehler:
Kirsch Rites Held Saturday
Funeral services for Mrs. Ann Kirsch, 94, of La Grange were held Saturday, February 13, at 2:00 P.M. at the
Koenig Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. A. E. Flathmann of La Grange officiating. Burial was in the La Grange
City Cemetery. Mrs. Kirsch died Friday in the Youens Memorial Hospital in Weimar. She was born on May 9,
1876, at Bluff near La Grange, a daughter of Emil and Louisa Willrich Koehler. She was married to the late
Adolph Kirsch and had resided in La Grange and Bluff community all her life. Surviving are a sister, Mrs. Julius
(Hedwig) Gebhardt of Houston; and numerous nieces and nephews. [La Grange Journal, Monday, February 15,
1971]
More About Anna Koehler:
Burial: 13 Feb 1971, City Cemetery, La Grange, Fayette, TX 71
Child of Anna Koehler and Adolf Kirsch is:
13 i. Ardie 10 Kirsch 72,73 , born 04 Sep 1901 in La Grange, Fayette Co., TX 74 ; died 29 Jun 1944 in La Grange,
Fayette Co., TX 74 .
Notes for Ardie Kirsch:
Ardie Kirsch
Death came to Ardie Kirsch, son of Mrs. Anna Kirsch of La Grange, Thursday. He was 42 years, 9
months, and 25 days old. Funeral services were held in the chapel of the Koenig Funeral Home, Friday
afternoon at 4:00 o'clock, Rev. R. Heise, Lutheran pastor officiating. Interment was made in the new city
cemetery, Koenig Funeral Home in charge. Ardie Kirsch was born in La Grange, September 4, 1901 and
had spent his entire life in this city. For a number of years, after he reached his majority, he was
employed by the Gulf Corporation with T. H. Kroll, manager. His father preceded him in death about 20
years. His mother, nee Miss Anna Koehler, and relatives of either family survive.
Card of Thanks
Employing this method of reaching those who were interested in my son, Ardie Kirsch, during his illness
and who sought to comfort me when death relieved him of his suffering, I extend thanks to Dr. L. D.
Boelsch, the La Grange Hospital and nurses for their attentions and to Rev. R. Heise and friends for their
words of consolation. To those who brought flowers and thus expressed their love and interest thanks
are also offered at this time.
Mrs. Anna Kirsch [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, July 6, 1944]
More About Ardie Kirsch:
Burial: 30 Jun 1944, City Cemetery, La Grange, Fayette, TX 74
5. Adolf Manuel 9 Koehler (Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 75,76,77,78 was born 23 Jan 1878 in Bluff, Fayette,
TX 79,80 , and died 18 Oct 1947 in Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 81 . He married Emma Martha Lena Schulz 82,83 24
Dec 1909 in Fayette County, TX 84 , daughter of Emil Schultz and Sabin Sommers. She was born 09 Nov 1889 in
Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 85 , and died 21 Feb 1950 in Yorktown, De Witt, TX 85 .
Notes for Adolf Manuel Koehler:
A. M. Koehler Buried Here Monday
Adolph M. Koehler, age 69 years, eight months and twenty-five days, passed away at the family residence here on
Saturday, October 18, following an illness of about a year's duration. Mr. Koehler was born January 23, 1878, in
the Bluff community of Fayette County, as the son of Emil Koehler and Louise Willrich Koehler. He was a life-
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long resident of Fayette County. On December 24, 1909, he was united in marriage to Miss Emma Schulz at La
Grange and they have lived in Schulenburg since that time. Mr. Koehler was a painter and interior decorator by
profession. "Monte" as he was affectionately called by friends and relatives alike, had during his life time done
interior decorating work in almost every home in Schulenburg. He was a member of St. Paul's Church. Surviving
are his widow, Mrs. Emma Schulz Koehler, and three sons, Arthur Koehler of Beeville, Ivan Earl Koehler of
Crockett, and Marvin Koehler of San Antonio. Surviving also are three sisters, Mrs. Elsie K. Mensing, Mrs. Ann
K. Kirsch and Mrs. Hedwig K. Gebhardt, all of La Grange; two brothers, Arthur Koehler of La Grange and
George Koehler of West Point. Funeral services were held on Monday, October 20 at 3:00 p.m. from the St.
Paul's Lutheran Church, with the pastor, Rev. J. G. Mueller officiating. Interment was in the City Cemetery. Out
of town people attending the funeral services of A. M. Koehler Monday were: Mr. and Mrs. George Koehler,
West Point; Mr. and Mrs. Roy Gillum, Mrs. Elsie Mensing, Mrs. Annie Kirsch, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Koehler, Mr.
and Mrs. Werner Lampe, Weldon Mensing, La Grange; Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Wied, Mrs. Paul Schulz, Miss Ida
Schmidt, Nordheim; Miss Jewell Schulz, Misses Rosalie and Irene Brossmann, Houston; Clyde Schulz, College
Station; Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Hingst, Lindenau; Mrs. And Mrs. H. A. Schulz, Mr. and Mrs. Hy. Buckest, Mrs.
Theresa Scott, Victoria; Mr. and Mrs. F. H. Sommer, Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Piehl, Woodsboro; Paul A. Schulz,
Beeville; Mr. and Mrs. Fritz Mertz, Hallettsville; Mrs. Amanda Huffaker, San Antonio; Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Groos,
New Ulm; Mrs. Bertha Conner, San Antonio. [The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, October 24, 1947]
More About Adolf Manuel Koehler:
Burial: 20 Oct 1947, City Cemetery, Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 86
Notes for Emma Martha Lena Schulz:
Mrs. E. Koehler Passes Away
Mrs. Emma Martha Lena Schulz passed away in the Didear Rest Home in Yorktown on Tuesday, February 21,
1950, at the age of 60 years, 3 months and 13 days. Mrs. Koehler was born as the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Emil
Schulz in Schulenburg on November 9, 1889, and spent her entire lifetime here. She had been in ill health since
June of this past year and had been in Yorktown only a short time. Being born and reared here, she was known to
most all of the people of this area. She had many true and sincere friends who regret to learn of her death. She
was a devout member of the church and took an active part in church work. It was in 1904 that she joined the
Union Church in Schulenburg, which has now been changed to St. Paul's Church. Ever thoughful of those about
her, she lived a true Christian life. On December 24, 1909, she was united in marriage to A. M. (Monte) Koehler
at La Grange. Mr. Koehler preceded her in death, having passed away on October 18, 1947.
Survivors include three sons, Arthur Koehler of Beeville; Ivan Koehler of Crockett; and Captain Marvin Koehler,
who is stationed with the U. S. Occupational Forces in Stuttgart, Germany; her mother, Mrs. Sabina (Emil)
Schulz, Sr., of Schulenburg; one sister, Mrs. Leafa Nierlich, of this city; six brothers, Emil, Otto, Herbert, and
Charles of Schulenburg; Herman Schulz of Victoria; and Paul Schulz of Beeville; and two grandchildren. Her
husband, her father, two sisters and one brother preceded her in death. The remains will lie in state at the
Schwenke-Baumgarten Funeral Home until 12:00 noon on Friday, then at St. Paul's Church from 12:30 o'clock
until 2:00 o'clock, service time. Interment will be in the Schulenburg City Cemetery with Rev. John Mueller of
the St. Paul's Church, in charge of the service. [Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, February 24, 1950]
More About Emma Martha Lena Schulz:
Burial: 24 Feb 1950, City Cemetery, Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 87
Marriage Notes for Adolf Koehler and Emma Schulz:
A Romantic Wedding
When Cupid's arrow rents the air, and penetrates the heart of the maiden, the inevitable result is the happy union
of souls and hearts. Adolf Koehler, a handsome young man of Schulenburg, a hard working and energetic
youngster, came over Christmas morning, and with him, his lady fair, who later became his bonnie bride. Adolf,
who is known to everyone here as "Mannie," became imbued with the romantic spirit, called upon his sweetheart
that night, and at two o'clock the next morning the two left for La Grange, reaching here at five o'clock. Squire
Moss, deep in Slumberland ------ and trembling - not from fear but the chilly cold - stepped out to the edge of the
walk fronting his home, and in a few words pronounced the words that made the pair happy. After this the home
of the groom's parents in the neighborhood was visited and Christmas pleasantly spent with the latter. The bride
was Miss Emma Schulz, one of Schulenburg's popular young ladies. The Journal congratulates the pair, and
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trusts that in the future to come, and with eyes blinded to the past, they will ever be as happy as now, that
prosperity and joy be with them until the end of life's journey to another clime where there is thought to a happy
union for all time. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, December 30, 1909]
Children of Adolf Koehler and Emma Schulz are:
14 i. Arthur Emanuel 10 Koehler 88,89 , born 06 Jun 1911 in Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 90,91,92 ; died 28 Jul 1969 in
Dallas, Dallas, TX 93,94 .
+ 15 ii. Ivan Earl Koehler, born 28 Oct 1914 in Schulenburg, Fayette, TX; died 01 Apr 1983 in Dallas Co., TX.
+ 16 iii. Marvin Louis Koehler, born Private.
6. Hedwig Anna 9 Koehler (Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 95,96,97,98,99 was born 13 Jan 1880 in Bluff, Fayette,
TX 100,101,102 , and died 26 Nov 1971 in Houston, Harris, TX 103,104 . She married Julius Anton Emil Gebhardt 105
24 Mar 1920 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX 106,107 , son of Theodor Gebhardt and Katharina Beuster. He was born 02
Jan 1875 in Schopfheim, Germany 108 , and died 12 Dec 1938 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX 108 .
Notes for Hedwig Anna Koehler:
Mr. and Mrs. Joe Powell and daughter of Bellaire and Theodore Gebhardt of SMU, Dallas, spent Christmas with
their mother, Mrs. Julius Gebhardt. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, December 29, 1949]
Mrs. Gebhardt, 91, succumbs Friday
Funeral services for Mrs. Hedwig K. Gebhardt, 91, of Houston were held Saturday, November 27, at 10:00 A.M.
at the Koenig Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Clarence Oestrich officiating. Burial was in the La Grange City
Cemetery. Mrs. Gebhardt died Friday in the Sharpview Nursing Home in Houston. Born January 13, 1880, at
Bluff, Texas, the daughter of Emil and Louisa Willrich Koehler, she was united in marriage with Julius Gebhardt
in March of 1920 in La Grange. Her husband preceded her in death in 1938. She had resided most of her life in
La Grange and the past four years in Houston. Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. J. Y. (Katherine) Powell of
Houston; one son, Theodore E. Gebhardt of Dallas; and three grandchildren. [La Grange Journal, Monday,
November 29, 1971]
More About Hedwig Anna Koehler:
Burial: 27 Nov 1971, City Cemetery, La Grange, Fayette, TX 109
Notes for Julius Anton Emil Gebhardt:
Julius Gebhardt Taken To Hospital
Julius Gebhardt, local cotton buyer, whose health has gradually failed during the past year, was taken to the La
Grange Hospital by the Koenig Funeral Home ambulance, Wednesday morning. Mr. Gebhardt attended the St.
Paul Lutheran church celebration Sunday, but was forced to return early to his home on account of his weakened
condition. [La Grange Journal, Thursday, September 22, 1938]
HOSPITAL NEWS -Present Patients
Julius Gebhardt, City. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, October 13, 1938]
Julius Gebhardt
Julius Gebhardt, aged 63 years, 11 months, and 10 days, died Monday, December 12; Mr. Gebhardt had been
failing health for the past three months. Funeral services were held at the Koenig Funeral Home Chapel, at 2:30
p.m., Wednesday, Rev. R. Heise officiating; interment was made in the new cemetery, Koenig Funeral Home in
charge. Mr. Gebhardt, born in Germany, January 2, 1875, immigrated to America in 1900 and settled in New
York, remaining in that city for several years. He came to La Grange in 1914, and became associated with a
leading cotton exporting firm. He was a member of the Lutheran church and also a member of Bismark Lodge,
No. 8, O.D.H.S. In the year 1920 he was united in marriage with Miss Hedwig Koehler at La Grange, and to
them was born two children, Katherine and Theodore who, with the widow survive. He is also survived by two
brothers, Theo. and Ernst Gebhardt in Germany. Mr. Gebhardt was a good citizen, ever encouraging high ideals,
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and was a close student of world news. His extensive travel, both in Germany and other foreign countries, and in
the United States, enabled him to discuss such with ease, and his knowledge of the financial world made it
possible for him to converse with force and intelligence on such matters. The survivors have the sincere
sympathy of the entire community. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, December 15, 1938]
Deaths Reported
Died at La Grange, December 12, of lung abscess; Julius Gebhardt, aged 63 years, 11 months and 10 days. [La
Grange Journal, Thursday, December 29, 1938]
More About Julius Anton Emil Gebhardt:
Burial: 14 Dec 1938, City Cemetery, La Grange, Fayette, TX 110
Marriage Notes for Hedwig Koehler and Julius Gebhardt:
Home Wedding
Wednesday afternoon of last week, at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. Koehler, Rev. R. Heise
united in the holy bonds of matrimony, Miss Hedwig Koehler and Julius Gebhardt, the ceremony being witnessed
by relatives and very close friends of the contracting parties. Mr. and Mrs. Gebhardt left for Galveston the same
evening to spend the honeymoon. Both have a host of friends here who wish them all happiness and a long and
useful married life. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, April 8, 1920]
Children of Hedwig Koehler and Julius Gebhardt are:
+ 17 i. Katharine Louise 10 Gebhardt, born Private.
+ 18 ii. Theodore Emil Gebhardt, Sr., born Private.
7. George Carl 9 Koehler (Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 111,112,113 was born 07 Oct 1882 in Bluff, Fayette,
TX 114 , and died 14 Oct 1952 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX 115 . He married (1) Anna Maria Lueders 116 12 Feb 1908
in Fayette County, TX 117 , daughter of Paul Lueders and Emilie Merrem. She was born 09 Aug 1887 in
LaGrange, Fayette, TX, and died 08 Feb 1909 in Fayette County, Texas 118 . He married (2) Emma Young
Private. She was born Private.
Notes for George Carl Koehler:
Geo. C. Koehler, West Point Merchant Is Laid To Rest
George C. Koehler, well known West Point merchant, passed away at the local hospital on Tuesday of last week.
He was 70. Mr. Koehler, a Fayette County native, was a lifelong member of the Lutheran Church, having been
confirmed by rev. R. Heise in 1915. He was a traveling salesman for about 20 years, representing Wm. D.
Cleveland & Sons of Houston and the Alexander Grocery Co. of La Grange. He entered business at West Point
19 years ago, and continued it actively until his demise. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Emma Young Koehler
of West Point; a daughter by a previous marriage, Mrs. Roy Gilliam of La Grange, a granddaughter, Mrs. Robert
Boyles of China Lake, Calif.; and three sisters, Mrs. Elise Mensing, Mrs. Hedwig Gebhardt and Mrs. Anna
Kirsch, all of La Grange. Funeral services were held Thursday at 2:30 PM at the Koenig Funeral Home Chapel,
with Rev. H. T. Flachmeier officiating, and burial was in the New City Cemetery. [The La Grange Journal,
Thursday, October 23, 1952]
More About George Carl Koehler:
Burial: 16 Oct 1952, City Cemetery, LaGrange, Fayette Co., TX 119
Notes for Anna Maria Lueders:
Another Called Home.
The sad news was brought to town early Tuesday morning that Mrs. Geo. Koehler had died at the home of her
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parents the evening before, leaving a bright little baby girl and a heart-broken husband, parents and other relatives
to mourn her departure. Mrs. Koehler, was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Lueders, and during her entire
lifetime up to within about one year of the present date, had been a strong and healthy person, never knowing the
ill effects of sickness. Some months ago she became ill from dropsy, and during the intervening time she had
received the best of medical attention, but to no avail. At all times she bore her affliction with great fortitude,
cheerful and always the same jolly person that had made for her so many - - - She began to show signs for the
worse, and instead of the puffed appearance that was hers for the past several months she became very poor, and
partial paralysis followed the birth of her little babe. Monday night she passed away. The young husband who
was born and reared a few miles from town has been in the employ of the Alexander Grocery Company since
their residence here and the two seemed to be very happy. They had purchased the lots in the Southern part of the
city from Mr. Lueders and erected thereon a neat little cottage, which due to the sudden change of health of the
deceased they were unable to occupy. As the patient grew worse she was taken out to the home of her parents and
there died as above stated. The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon, and the remains were carried to William's
Creek cemetery, and there interred. To the surviving relatives and the young husband we extend our sincerest
sympathy. [La Grange Journal, February 11, 1909]
Return Thanks
We desire to express our sincerest thanks to all, both in the city and country for the deeds of kindness and interest
manifested to our beloved daughter and wife Mrs. Geo. Koehler, in her prolonged illness, and at the time of her
demise; for the floral offerings, the attendance upon the last sad duty, and their expressions of condolence. To
Judge Willrich who officiated at the grave and the good friends, who sought to comfort us, our grateful thanks.
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Lueders
Geo. Koehler [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, February 25, 1909]
More About Anna Maria Lueders:
Burial: 10 Feb 1909, William's Creek Cemetery, Fayette Co., TX 120
Marriage Notes for George Koehler and Anna Lueders:
Marriage Licenses
George Koehler and Miss Anna Lueders
George Koehler, a young man in the employ of the Alexander Grocer Company and Miss Anna Lueders, daughter
of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Lueders, residing a few miles from town, were married at the home of the latter Wednesday
evening, Judge Willrich officiating. After the ceremony a wedding supper was partaken of, and congratulations
and good wishes extended to the young couple. The Journal wishes them all sorts of good luck and happiness.
[The La Grange Journal, Thursday, February 20, 1908]
Child of George Koehler and Anna Lueders is:
+ 19 i. Georgerine Olivia 10 Koehler, born 08 Feb 1909 in Fayette County, Texas; died 11 Jan 1977 in Augusta,
Richmond, GA.
8. Charlotte 9 Koehler (Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 121,122 was born 25 May 1885 in Bluff, Fayette,
TX 123,124 , and died 28 Dec 1936 in Elgin, Bastrop, TX 124 . She married Alex M. Moore 125 04 Aug 1907 in
LaGrange, Fayette, TX, son of T. Moore and Diana Ward. He was born 08 Mar 1880 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX,
and died 30 Sep 1934 in Elgin, Bastrop, TX.
Notes for Charlotte Koehler:
Mrs. Alex Moore, visiting at the home of her mother, Mrs. Emil Koehler for the past two weeks, returned to Elgin
Friday morning. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, January 13, 1921]
Mrs. A. M. Moore Succumbs After Short Illness
(From The Elgin Courier)
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Charlotte Koehler, daughter of Louise Willrich and Emil Koehler, was born at La Grange, Texas, May 25, 1885,
where she grew to young womanhood and was married there on August 4, 1905, to Alex M. Moore. She made
her home in Elgin for some 30 years and has been identified with all the worthwhile things affecting our city in
civic, church, school and social circles. She was converted into the Lutheran church early in life, but after her
marriage came into the Methodist church with her husband that they might worship together, and was a devout
Christian character, a person quiet and retiring in her associations but whose true worth and rare traits were
quickly recognized and appreciated by everyone who came in contact with her. She was kind, sympathetic,
generous to a fault, and ever had a friendly greeting and pleasant word for those who passed her way. She was a
devoted mother and grandmother; her whole life revolving about the lives of her two daughters, who afforded her
untold joy and pride and the son-in-law, who had been a son to her in the true sense of the word. Her aim was to
give them happiness and in so doing she knew peace and contentment in her lovely home. She was a member of
the Order of the Eastern Star and was held in high esteem by the personnel of the local chapter, which she
attended and had taken active part in for years, her late husband having been a member of that order and the
Shrine body, in which he was likewise much interested. Her passing will take from the ranks of the Methodist
Missionary Society a fine and loyal member, one who was always ready and eager to do her part and more in any
capacity. To know Mrs. Moore was to admire her and her friendship were unlimited; everyone, old and young,
was eager to call her friend. Any organization in need of an ally or assistant found a ready response from her.
She was open to conviction and liberal in her consideration of the beliefs of others. After an illness of six days
she succumbed to pneumonia following an attack of flu, at 4:40 o’clock Monday morning, December 28. She
was thought by members of her family to be doing nicely but suddenly took a turn for the worse Monday night
and all that loving hands and medical attention could do was to no avail. Funeral services were held Tuesday
morning, December 29, at 10:00 o’clock from the First Methodist church, where she had worshipped so many
years, with her pastor, the Rev. A. A. Carter giving a most touching and beautiful oration, paying high tribute to
her memory. He was assisted by the Rev. G. M. McNeilly, pastor of the First Baptist church of this city, who
read the scripture and also eulogized her life of love, and service. The casket rested before an arrangement of
handsome floral pieces on chancel rail, altar and other points forming a background. The choir sang “Asleep In
Jesus” and “Haven of Rest.” As the casket was taken from the church it moved through an aisle of Eastern Star
members, each holding a beautiful floral offering. Pall bearers were L. P. Cherry, Frank J. Swartz, Ben Davis,
Joe H. King, Louis Lundgren, Pat Pfeiffer, A. J. Rankin, and Bee Keel. At the Elgin cemetery, where interment
was made, the Eastern Star had charge and under direction of Mrs. Daisy Smith, Worthy Matron, gave their
impressive burial service. A large assembly of sorrowing relatives and friends were present for the last rites and
the many lovely flowers sent from far and near as messengers of love and sympathy covered the mound of her
final resting place and overflowed onto the lot. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Diana Davis, Elgin and Miss
Margaret Moore, Tyler; one granddaughter, Bette Diane Davis and the son-in-law, Dale Davis; three sisters, Mrs.
Anna Kirsch, Mrs. Elise Mensing and Mrs. Julia Gebhardt, all of La Grange; four brothers, Arthur Koehler, La
Grange; George Koehler, West Point; Fritz Koehler, Houston, and Mannie Koehler, Schulenburg; and her
mother, Mrs. Louise Koehler, La Grange. Among relatives and friends here from out-of-town for the funeral
were: Ade Kirsch, a nephew, Mrs. Arthur Koehler, Mr. Gebhardt and Mrs. Louise Koehler, of La Grange; Mrs.
George Koehler, West Point; Mr. and Mrs. Horace Sowell and son Horace, Jr., El Paso; Mrs. Will D. Nichols,
Austin. [La Grange Journal, Thursday, January 7, 1937]
More About Charlotte Koehler:
Burial: 29 Dec 1936, Elgin Cemetery, Elgin, Bastrop, TX 126
Notes for Alex M. Moore:
Alex Moore, one of Elgin’s cotton buyers, spent a few hours here the first of the week. [The La Grange Journal,
Thursday, November 20, 1902]
Alex M. Moore Dies at Elgin, Sunday
Local relatives were advised by telephone last Sunday, before dawn that Alex M. Moore, who was born and
reared here in La Grange, was in a serious condition, with slight hopes held out for recovery. Alex died at 3:00
o'clock the same morning. Funeral was held at the Methodist church in Elgin at 5:00 p.m., with the pastor of the
church and also the pastor of the Baptist church at Elgin officiating; and with both his Masonic brethren and
veterans of the Spanish - American war veterans, in attendance. Both conducted funeral services. Many will
remember the red-headed youth who lived in La Grange until he reached his majority; he was united in marriage
with Miss Lottie Koehler, daughter of the late Emil and Mrs. Laura Koehler, August 4, 1907; and to them was
born two daughters; both of whom, with the widow survive; one daughter, Mrs. Dale Davis and little daughter,
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only grandchild and Miss Marguerite Moore. Alex Moore was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Ausken Moore, and a
grandson of John E. Moore, early settler of La Grange, and for many years public weigher at the eastern end of
the city. He was born March 8, 1880, and at the time of his death was 54 years, 6 months and 22 days old. Those
attending the funeral Sunday from La Grange, are: Mr. and Mrs. Julius Gebhardt, Mrs. Louise Koehler, Mrs. F.
Mensing and son, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Koehler, Mrs. Anna Kirsch, Mr. and Mrs. D. M. Killoughand, Mr. and
Mrs. Geo. Koehler and daughter of West Point. Alex Moore was, in the truest sense of the word, a good citizen,
and a kind husband, and father and neighbor. He was regarded in the highest terms by his fellow citizens at Elgin
and here in La Grange where he was reared he leaves many friends. Our sincere sympathy is extended to the
Moore family and other relatives. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, October 4, 1934]
More About Alex M. Moore:
Burial: 30 Sep 1934
Marriage Notes for Charlotte Koehler and Alex Moore:
Marriage Licenses
Alex M. Moore and Miss Lola Koehler [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, August 10, 1907]
Children of Charlotte Koehler and Alex Moore are:
+ 20 i. Diana Louise 10 Moore, born Private.
+ 21 ii. Margaret Koehler Moore, born Private.
9. Frederick William 9 Koehler (Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann
August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 127,128,129 was born 22 Nov 1889 in Bluff,
Fayette, TX 130 , and died 02 Jun 1947 in Houston, Harris, TX 131 . He married Irma Augusta Amberg 132,133,134,135
26 Nov 1913 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX, daughter of Otto Amberg and Agnes Prause. She was born 16 Jan 1893
in Breslau, Lavaca, TX 136,137 , and died 26 Jul 1985 in Austin, Travis, TX 138 .
Notes for Frederick William Koehler:
Mr. and Mrs. F. W. Koehler of Houston came up Wednesday to be in attendance of the Gebhardt - Koehler
nuptials. Mr. Koehler returned Wednesday, while Mrs. Koehler and the little son remained until after Easter.
[The La Grange Journal, Thursday, April 8, 1920]
Fritz W. Koehler, 58, of 1810 Haver, died 4 a.m. Monday in his home. Member of the United Commercial
Travelers of America in the real estate loan business. Survivors: Widow Mrs. Irma Koehler, daughter Miss
Agnes Louise Koehler, son, Hilmer Koehler all of Houston, brothers Arthur Koehler, La Grange, George
Koehler, West Point, Adolph Koehler, Schulenburg, sisters Mrs. Elsie Mensing, Mrs. Ann Kirsch and Mrs. Heda
Gebhardt all of La Grange, two grandchildren. Services 3 p.m. Tuesday in the chapel of the Hyde Park funeral
home with the Rev. D. Baltzer officiating. Burial in Forest Park cemetery. Pallbearers D. C. Woodley, A. H.
Crabb, J. E. House, Frank Shelden, George W. Fleet and Francis Phair. Hyde Park funeral home. [The Houston
Post, Tuesday, June 3, 1947]
More About Frederick William Koehler:
Burial: 03 Jun 1947, Forest Park Cemetery, Houston, Harris Co., TX 139
Notes for Irma Augusta Amberg:
Will Visit Fair
Mrs. O. L. Amberg left for Houston, Wednesday morning, where she will visit briefly with her three daughters,
Mrs. F. W. Koehler and Misses Stella and Elviera Amberg. Next Saturday, in company with Misses Stella and
Elviera, Mrs. Amberg will leave Houston for Chicago to attend the Century of Progress Fair, and visit for a week
or ten days with her brother, Gus. Prause, formerly of La Grange. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, September
7, 1933]
Koehler, Irma, 92, of Houston died Friday. Services 11 a.m. Monday at Forest Park Lawndale in Houston.
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(Weed_Corley). [Austin American-Statesman, Sunday, July 28, 1985]
More About Irma Augusta Amberg:
Burial: 29 Jul 1985, Forest Park Lawndale, Houston, Harris, TX 140
Marriage Notes for Frederick Koehler and Irma Amberg:
Happily United
Yesterday afternoon at five o'clock at the Jefferson Street Lutheran church in this city, Rev. R. Heise, pastor
united in marriage F. W. Koehler, of Houston and Miss Irma Augusta Amberg, of this city. Long before the
appointed hour friends and relatives of the contracting parties had gathered at the house of worship to witness the
impressive ceremony. Prior to the arrival of the wedding party, Miss Edna Heilig sang "The Sweetest Story Ever
Told, " and Mrs. Lad V. Vanek, presiding at the organ, at the close of the song, played Mendelssohn's beautiful
wedding march; the bride, leaning on the arm of her chosen companion slowly entered, preceded by the ushers,
Messrs. Alfred Moellenberndt and Leon Bodungen. As the wedding couple were leaving Mrs. Vanek played the
"Bridal Chorus" from Wagner, the sweet, soul-inspiring strains adding solemnity to the occasion. The interior of
the church was handsomely decorated with ferns, pot-flowers and festooning. The scene, enhanced by the glow
of the electrical light was enchanting. The bride's aunt, Mrs. C. W. Amberg supervised the transformation. The
bridal party drove to the home of the bride's parents where a wedding spread was partaken of, after which all
repaired to the Katy passenger station where Mr. and Mrs. Koehler boarded the cars for Houston, their future
home. In joining their legion of friends, we express the hope that the future of the happy young couple will ever
be bright and that prosperity will be a constant companion. The bride-groom, youngest son of Emil Koehler and
wife, is an example of that type of fine young men, whose energy and morality prompts good citizenship. He was
born and reared near La Grange and only recently removed to Houston where he is now associated with the
Schuhmacher Company. Miss Irma, second daughter of Otto Amberg and wife, possessing an admirable
disposition of friendliness and a loving daughter, will make an excellent helpmate. [The La Grange Journal,
Thursday, November 27, 1913]
Children of Frederick Koehler and Irma Amberg are:
+ 22 i. Hilmar Frederick 10 Koehler, born 29 Jul 1916 in Houston, Harris, TX; died 22 Apr 1992 in Beaumont,
Jefferson, TX.
+ 23 ii. Agnes Louise Koehler, born Private.
Generation No. 3
11. Ruth Louise 10 Mensing (Elise 9 Koehler, Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 ,
Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 141,142,143 was born 10 Jan 1903 in
Bluff, Fayette, TX 143,144 , and died 28 Jul 1995 in Weimar, Colorado, TX 145,146 . She married (1) Larry
Cornelson 147,148,149,150 10 Jul 1923 in Columbus, Colorado, TX 151 , son of William Cornelson and Minna
Cornelson. He was born 27 Feb 1893 in Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 151,152,153,154 , and died 29 Dec 1945 in
Hallettsville, Lavaca Co, TX 155,156 . She married (2) Gus A. Balzer 27 Jun 1948 in Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 157 ,
son of Ernest Balzer and Augusta Balzer. He was born 28 Feb 1901 in La Grange, Fayette, TX 158,159 , and died 28
Nov 1982 in Sagerton, Haskell, TX 160,161 .
Notes for Ruth Louise Mensing:
Tour Eden Home at New Braunfels
On May 7, fourteen ladies and Rev. Walter Simpson of St. Paul’s United Church of Christ toured and visited with
the residents of Eden Home in New Braunfels. This home for senior citizens is supported by the churches of
South Central Conference. Ladies making the trip were Mesdames Annie Brown, Gus Balzer, Arthur
Winkelman, Robert Vogt, Isabel Getschmann, Elsie Schmidt, Annie Schulz, Viola Lorfing, Gene LaBrose, Leo
Jahn, Beno Nierlich, Clara Steinmann, Fritz Prilop and Lloid Henderson. [Schulenburg Sticker, Thursday, May
14, 1970]
Ruth L. Balzer
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Ruth L. Balzer, age 92 years, 6 months, 28 days, passed away Friday, July 28 at Colorado-Fayette Medical Center
in Weimar after a one-week illness. She had resided at Regency Villas, 205 East Ave., Schulenburg. The funeral
was held Sunday, July 30 at 4:30 p.m. at the St. Paul United Church of Christ, followed by burial in the
Schulenburg City Cemetery. The Rev. Juanice Tomlinson officiated. Pallbearers were Brad Chromcak, Tom
Chromcak and Robert Cornelson, all grandsons from Houston; Gary Cole, grandson from Austin; and Michael
Jurica and Howard Wagner, both friends from Schulenburg. Named as honorary pallbearers were Ralph Balzer,
Milton Kaase, Shelton Wagner, Mike Wagner, Oscar Strobel and Emil Barton. Born at Bluff on Jan. 10, 1903,
she was the daughter of Fritz and Elise (Koehler) Mensing. She attended school in La Grange. Her marriage to
Gus A. Balzer took place on June 28, 1948 in Schulenburg. A lifetime Fayette County resident, she lived in La
Grange and Schulenburg. She was a housewife and member of St. Paul United Church of Christ. Survivors
include a daughter and son-in-law, Barbara J. and E. J. Chromcak of Houston; two sons and one daughter-in-law,
Larry Cornelson of San Antonio and Bill and Ruth Cornelson of Houston; seven grandchildren and three greatgrandchildren.
Her parents and husband preceded her in death. Schwenke-Baumgarten Funeral Home was in
charge of arrangements. [The Schulenburg Sticker, Thursday, August 3, 1995]
More About Ruth Louise Mensing:
Burial: 30 Jul 1995, City Cemetery, Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 162
Notes for Larry Cornelson:
Rites Held Monday For Larry Cornelson, 52
Funeral was held Monday at 3 p.m. at Schulenburg for Larry Cornelson, 52, who died Saturday after an illness of
about seven days. Interment was in the City Cemetery at Schulenburg. Surviving are his widow, the former Miss
Ruth Mensing and a native of La Grange; two sons, Larry Jr. in the Army and Billie of Schulenburg; a daughter,
Barbara Jean of Schulenburg; two brothers, Fenton (Red) of El Campo and William (Bill) of Schulenburg; and
two sisters. A number of La Grange friends attended the last rites Monday. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday,
January 3, 1946]
Sad Death of Larry Cornelson, Sr.
One of the saddest duties of the average newspaper man is to record the death of a close friend, and in recording
the death of Larry Cornelson, Sr., we feel our inability to express our sentiments and tell of the manifold virtues
of this truly good man. Larry had been somewhat ailing for about ten days, but had been able to be up and down,
however, on last Saturday afternoon, he suffered a heart attack and was immediately rushed to the Hallettsville
Hospital where every effort was made to revive him but all to no avail, and at 10:30 Saturday night December 29
the Angel of Death called and his spirit passed quietly on. Knowing him for many years, we were at all times
attracted toward him, and we regarded him as one of the truest and best friends we ever possessed. A man every
inch of him, true as steel to his friends, without a semblance of deceit about him, displaying the same cheerful
temperament under any and all circumstances. His cheerful disposition always looking on the bright side of life,
no matter how discouraging the circumstances, was truly remarkable and always marked him as a man of most
even temperament. Larry was born in Schulenburg on February 27, 1893, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm.
Cornelson, where he grew to manhood and at the time of his death had attained the age of 52 years, ten months
and two days. He was known throughout the state as a first class musician, and at one time formed his own
orchestra. He was a first class radio man and for some time has operated a Radio Repair Shop here in
Schulenburg. On July 9, 1923, he was united in marriage to Miss Ruth Mensing of La Grange, and to this union
three children were born, two sons, Larry Jr., and Billy, and one daughter, Barbara Jean. Larry, Jr., has been
serving in the Army of Occupation in Germany since V-E Day, however, at the time of death of his father was on
the high seas, enroute home, having sailed on the Queen Mary for New York last Friday. Funeral services were
held from the Schwenke-Baumgarten Funeral Home Monday afternoon, with interment in the Schulenburg City
Cemetery. Rev. Bahnsen, Lutheran minister, was in charge of the services. Surviving are his grief stricken
widow, Mrs. Ruth Mensing Cornelson, two sons, Larry, Jr., in the army, and Billy, and one daughter, Barbara
Jean, at home, two brothers, William Cornelson of Schulenburg, and Fenton “Red” Cornelson of El Campo; two
sisters, Mrs. Emmie Herder and Mrs. Katie Bowen of Sugar Land, besides many other relatives. The large
gathering of friends from far and near that assembled to join in the last sad tributes to his memory and the vast
wealth of beautiful floral offerings gave evidence of the esteem in which he was held. Our heart is saddened over
the death of our friend, yet we bow in humble submission to the will of the Father, knowing that we will in time
understand why Larry was taken from us at a time when life held out for him so many hopes and aspirations. God
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e merciful to the bereaved ones left behind, is our sincere prayer. [The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, January 4,
1946]
More About Larry Cornelson:
Burial: 31 Dec 1945, City Cemetery, Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 163,164
Marriage Notes for Ruth Mensing and Larry Cornelson:
Cornelson – Mensing
Larry Cornelson, the possessor of many friends in La Grange, and a member of the Cornelson Happy Six band of
Schulenburg, and Miss Ruth Mensing, daughter of Mrs. F. Mensing of La Grange were united in marriage at
Columbus Tuesday afternoon. From Columbus the happy young couple continued their journey to Houston and
Galveston for a brief honeymoon. These young people stole a march on their friends; Miss Ruth left La Grange
on Tuesday morning for Glidden, and was there joined by Larry, and in the auto taken to Columbus, where the
happy event was celebrated. Upon their return journey, they will stop at Rosenburg and be joined by the
Cornelson Band and after filling the appointment to play in that city, will return to Schulenburg, their future
home. The congratulations of a host of friends here and at Schulenburg are extended. [The La Grange Journal,
Thursday, July 12, 1923]
Cornelson – Mensing
A big surprise to their many friends both here and at La Grange was the wedding of Mr. Larry Cornelson of this
city and Miss Ruth Mensing of La Grange. They stole a march on their friends and were united in the holy bonds
of matrimony at Columbus Monday. They spent several days honeymooning in Houston. Wednesday night the
couple joined the balance of the Happy Six at Rosenberg where they were filling a date, then returned to
Schulenburg where they will make their future home. While the young lady is unknown to us, we have enough
confidence in Larry’s ability to know that he picked one of the fairest and best young ladies of the County. Larry
is to well known throughout this section of the State to need introduction from us. He is a good, clean, honest and
upright young man. The Sticker extends congratulations and wishes them a most pleasant and prosperous voyage
upon the matrimonial sea. [The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, July 13, 1923]
Notes for Gus A. Balzer:
Gus Balzer Rites Dec. 1
Funeral services for Gus A. Balzer will be held at 2:00 p.m. at the St. Paul United Church of Christ. The body
will lie in state at the church on Wednesday, Dec. 1 from 1:15 p.m. until service time. Interment will be in the
Schulenburg City Cemetery and Rev. Ernest Melchert will officiate at the last rites. Pallbearers will be Erwin
Otten, Ralph Balzer, Douglas Cornelson, Tom Chromcak, Brad Chromcak and Robert Cornelson. Those who
will serve as honorary pallbearers will be Shelton Wagner, Ray Newbern, Wallace Vornsand, Oscar Strobel, Dr.
Norman DeRuiter, Jerry Bucek, Barney Vornsand, Rudy Smrkovsky, Erwin Blaschke, Lawrence Grasshoff and
Emil Barton. Mr. Balzer, who resided at 205 Paulus St. in Schulenburg, died unexpectedly in Sagerton on
Sunday, Nov. 28. He reached the age of 81 years, 9 months, and 0 days. He was born on Feb. 28, 1901 in La
Grange to the late Ernest and Augusta Balzer. He and Ruth Cornelson were married on June 27, 1948 in
Schulenburg. Mr. Balzer was a member of the St. Paul United Church of Christ and the Hermann Sons. He was
retired at the time of his death. Surviving him are his wife; a daughter, Barbara Chromcak of Houston; two sons,
Larry Cornelson of Sagerton and Bill Cornelson of Houston; and seven grandchildren. Schwenke-Baumgarten
Funeral Chapel was in charge of arrangements. [The Schulenburg Sticker, Thursday, December 2, 1982]
More About Gus A. Balzer:
Burial: 01 Dec 1982, City Cemetery, Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 165
Marriage Notes for Ruth Mensing and Gus Balzer:
Mrs. Ruth Cornelson Weds Gus Balzer
Mrs. Ruth Cornelson and Gus Balzer were united in marriage on Sunday, June 27, at 4:30 p.m. in the St. Paul’s
Parsonage with Rev. John Mueller performing the ceremony. Mrs. Cornelson wore an afternoon frock of
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aquamarine crepe, with palomino accessories. Her corsage was of pruvian lilies. Miss Barbara Cornelson and
Edwin Stavinoha were witnesses. Following the ceremony, Mr. and Mrs. Balzer left for west Texas where they
will remain for several weeks. [The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, July 2, 1948]
Children of Ruth Mensing and Larry Cornelson are:
+ 24 i. Larry 11 Cornelson, Jr., born 24 May 1925 in Schulenburg, Fayette, TX; died 15 Jan 2003 in
Schulenburg, Fayette, TX.
+ 25 ii. Barbara Jean Cornelson, born 05 Dec 1927 in Schulenburg, Fayette, TX; died 09 Mar 1998 in Houston,
Harris, TX.
+ 26 iii. William Fritz Cornelson, born Private.
12. Weldon Fritz 10 Mensing (Elise 9 Koehler, Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 ,
Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 166,167 was born 19 Apr 1910 in
Fayette Co., TX 168,169 , and died 06 Mar 1981 in Harris Co., TX 170 . He married Helen Alma Sanders 02 Mar
1940 in LaGrange, Fayette, TX 171 . She was born 23 Aug 1917 in Brenham, Washington, TX 172 , and died 13 Dec
1997 in Houston, Harris, TX 173,174,175 .
Notes for Helen Alma Sanders:
HELEN ALMA MENSING
HELEN ALMA MENSING , 80, born August 23, 1917, in Brenham, Texas, died December 13, 1997, in
Houston, Texas. Survivors include half brother, R.H. Sanders, Jr., niece Barbara Chromcak and several other
relatives. Visitation will be held 5-7 p.m. Sunday, December 14, 1997, Woodlawn Funeral Home. Funeral
Services will be held 4 p.m. Monday, December 15, 1997, Woodlawn Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Ray
Holt, officiating. Interment Woodlawn Garden of Memories. [The Houston Chronicle, Tuesday, December 16,
1997]
More About Helen Alma Sanders:
Burial: 15 Dec 1997, Woodlawn Garden of Memories Cemetery, Houston, Harris Co., TX 175
Marriage Notes for Weldon Mensing and Helen Sanders:
Mensing - Sanders
Saturday evening, at the home of Rev. R. Heise, Weldon Mensing and Miss Helen Sanders, both of La Grange
were united in marriage. Rev. Heise spoke the words of marriage and witnesses to sign the marriage contract are
Frank Pratka and Miss Irene Helble. Both are favorites among the younger set of La Grange and enter upon their
marriage journey with the good wishes of everyone. They will reside in this city. [The La Grange Journal,
Thursday, March 7, 1940]
Child of Weldon Mensing and Helen Sanders is:
+ 27 i. Weldon Fritz 11 Mensing, Jr., born 27 Aug 1941 in Travis Co., TX; died 08 Jun 1969 in Travis Co., TX.
15. Ivan Earl 10 Koehler (Adolf Manuel 9 , Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 ,
Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 176,177 was born 28 Oct 1914 in
Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 178,179 , and died 01 Apr 1983 in Dallas Co., TX 180,181 . He married Mabel Lee Herm.
She was born 08 Dec 1921 in Texas 182 , and died 04 Jan 1979 in Gregg Co., TX 183,184 .
Child of Ivan Koehler and Mabel Herm is:
28 i. Bonnie Merle 11 Koehler, born Private. She married (1) Vernon Lackey, Jr. Private; born Private. She
married (2) Don W. Pearce Private; born Private.
16. Marvin Louis 10 Koehler (Adolf Manuel 9 , Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 ,
Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Mary
Catherine Bailey Private. She was born 27 Aug 1920 in Greenville, Hunt, TX, and died 13 Aug 1968 in
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Lubbock, Lubbock Co, TX 185 .
Children of Marvin Koehler and Mary Bailey are:
+ 29 i. Mary Ann 11 Koehler, born Private.
30 ii. Robert Joseph Koehler, born Private.
31 iii. Michael Thomas Koehler, born Private.
32 iv. Gregory Louis Koehler, born Private.
+ 33 v. Teresa Jeanne Koehler, born Private.
34 vi. James Douglas Koehler, born Private. He married Dheilia Ann Scanlan Private; born Private.
35 vii. Barbara Kathleen Koehler, born Private.
17. Katharine Louise 10 Gebhardt (Hedwig Anna 9 Koehler, Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
She married (1) Nathan Henderson Greenwood 186,187 Private 188 , son of Alex Greenwood and Adelheid
Greenwood. He was born 21 Apr 1922 in Seguin, Guadalupe, TX 189 , and died 05 Jul 1943 in over Sicily. She
married (2) Joseph Yancey Powell, Jr. 190 Private, son of Joseph Powell and Alice Stewart. He was born 06 Jul
1920 in Houston, Harris, TX 190,191,192 , and died 12 Nov 2004 in Houston, Harris, TX 193,194,195 .
Notes for Nathan Henderson Greenwood:
Lieut. Greenwood Is Reported As Missing
Mrs. Nathan A. Greenwood (nee Miss Katarina Gebhardt of La Grange) was advised by telegram by the War
Department Tuesday morning, briefly: "Lieut. Nathan A. Greenwood, pilot flyer, missing in action, July 5, over
Sicily." No further news up to the hour of going to press this, Wednesday afternoon. Lieut. Greenwood and Miss
Katarina were united in marriage April 2 of this year; he is the son of Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Greenwood of Seguin;
the two met in that city while attending the Seguin Lutheran College. Mrs. Greenwood left for Seguin Tuesday
afternoon to be with the parents of her husband. The news, unwelcome to all connections, has cast a gloom over
the city. [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, August 5, 1943]
Further News About Lt. Greenwood Awaited
Up to Tuesday of this week the Journal has had no further news about Lieut. Greenwood, husband of the former
Katharina Gebhardt of La Grange, and about whom mention was made in the last issue. The telegram that Mrs.
Greenwood had received from the War Department merely stated that Lieut. Greenwood "was missing in action."
Lieut. Greenwood has been "somewhere in the combat zone on the Italian front for a month. From the Seguin
Bulletin the Journal secured the photo illustration and the following lines of mention:
Lieut. Nat Greenwood
"Lieut. Greenwood piloted a B-25 bomber and has been somewhere in the combat zone on the Italian front, where
the Americans and Allies are really doing a good job of it for the past week. "Nat is a graduate of the Seguin
High School, and attended Texas Lutheran College before going into the American Air Forces. He graduated
from Ellington Field near Houston in February, 1943. He was stationed at several fields before being sent across.
On April 2 he was married to Miss Katharina Gebhardt of La Grange. His parents last heard from him on July 1
and he wrote he was very busy. "The official telegram stated that he was missing in action on the Italian front
over Sicily and that further details would follow as soon as word was had. The entire town joins Mr. and Mrs.
Greenwood in sympathy in their distress and in the sincere hope that word will soon reach them that he has been
located and is well and safe." [The La Grange Journal, Thursday, August 12, 1943]
Notes for Joseph Yancey Powell, Jr.:
Joseph Yancey Powell Jr. Joseph Yancey Powell, Jr., 84, died peacefully surrounded by his wife and daughters on
November 12, 2004. Joe was born on July 6, 1920 to Alice Stewart and Joseph Y. Powell. He is survived by his
wife of 57 years, Katharine Gebhardt Powell, two daughters Julia Powell and Alice Powell Clarke, Alice's
husband George Clarke, two grandchildren Maggie Clarke and Joe Clarke, and numerous cousins and close
friends. Joe was a native Houstonian. He graduated from San Jacinto High School in 1938. He attended Schreiner
Institute in Kerrville, Texas and afterwards The University of Texas in Austin, where he was a Phi Gamma Delta
pledge. He was a contributing student writer of the Handbook of Texas, Vol. I. and a second generation member
of the Texas State Historical Association. Joe was among the last of the Greatest Generation, serving in the
Military Police of General Patton's Third Army. He had a long and successful career in purchasing, retiring as
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Vice President of Purchasing of Kirby Building Systems. He was a lifelong member of First Presbyterian Church
of Houston. Joe's many passions included his family and friends, fishing, sailing, traveling, cooking, football,
music of all types, and observing God's creation. He was a founding member of the Surf Oaks Trout Society,
dedicated to camaraderie, fishing tales, and the enjoyment of spirits. The family wishes to thank Joe's physicians
and the staff of the Cardiac Care Unit at St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital for their compassion and expert care.
Visitation will be Monday, November 15, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Geo. H. Lewis & Sons, 1010 Bering Dr.
Following private graveside services at Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery a Memorial Service will be held at 3:00
p.m. on Tuesday, November 16, 2004 in the chapel at First Presbyterian Church of Houston, 5300 Main Street.
Memorials may be sent to First Presbyterian Church, 5300 Main Street, Houston, Texas 77004 or The Texas
State Historical Association, The University of Texas at Austin, 1 University Station D0109, Austin, Texas
78712. [Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas. Published in the Houston Chronicle from 11/14/2004 -
11/15/2004.]
Joseph Yancey Powell, Jr., 1938
Joseph died November 12, 2004 surrounded by his wife and daughters. Joseph was born July 6, 1920 to Alice
Stewart and Joseph Y. Powell. His wife of 57 years, Katherine Gebhardt Powell, two daughters Julia Powell and
Alice Powell Clarke; two grandchildren Maggie Clarke and Joe Clarke, and numerous cousins and close friends
survive him. Visitation and memorial service was held November 16, 2004 at first Presbyterian Church of
Houston. [The Campus Cub, The Alumni Association of San Jacinto Senior High School, 1926-1970, Houston,
Texas, June 2005]
More About Joseph Yancey Powell, Jr.:
Burial: 16 Nov 2004, Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery, Houston, Harris, TX
Children of Katharine Gebhardt and Joseph Powell are:
36 i. Julia Katharine 11 Powell, born Private.
+ 37 ii. Alice Stewart Powell, born Private.
18. Theodore Emil 10 Gebhardt, Sr. (Hedwig Anna 9 Koehler, Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
He married Catherine Diener Sittler Private, daughter of George David Sittler, Jr.. She was born Private.
Child of Theodore Gebhardt and Catherine Sittler is:
+ 38 i. Theodore Emil 11 Gebhardt, Jr., born Private.
19. Georgerine Olivia 10 Koehler (George Carl 9 , Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 08 Feb 1909 in
Fayette County, Texas, and died 11 Jan 1977 in Augusta, Richmond, GA. She married Roy Gilliam 18 Sep 1927
in LaGrange, Fayette, TX, son of Richard Gilliam and Pauline Vibrach. He was born 22 Nov 1907 in Muldoon,
Fayette, TX 196 , and died 30 Nov 1989 in Gillespie Co., TX 197,198 .
More About Georgerine Olivia Koehler:
Burial: 20 Feb 1997, Fredericksburg, Gillespie, TX
More About Roy Gilliam:
Burial: Abt. 02 Dec 1989, Fredericksburg, Gillespie, TX
Marriage Notes for Georgerine Koehler and Roy Gilliam:
Married Sunday At The Methodist Church
Immediately after the morning service at the Travis street Methodist church last Sunday, Rev. Paul W. Evans, in
the presence of Mrs. Albert Witt and Miss Grace Lueders, united in marriage Roy, son of Mr. and Mrs. R. H.
Gilliam of Route No. 6 and Miss Georgerine, daughter of George Koehler. Our sincerest good wishes are offered
to the young couple who begin their married life with high hopes and willingness to do. They will remain at the
home of their relatives for a short while, after which, unless their plans are changed they will go to Waco. [The
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La Grange Journal, Thursday, September 22, 1927]
Child of Georgerine Koehler and Roy Gilliam is:
+ 39 i. Violet Anne 11 Gilliam, born Private.
20. Diana Louise 10 Moore (Charlotte 9 Koehler, Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She
married Roy Dale Davis Private, son of Oscar Davis and Francis Rankin. He was born 10 May 1911 198 , and died
26 Jan 1992 in Travis Co., TX 199,200,201 .
Notes for Roy Dale Davis:
Davis, Dale, 80, of Dripping Springs died Sunday. Services 2 p.m. Tuesday, First Baptist Church of Dripping
Springs. (Harrell) [Austin American-Statesman, Monday, January 27, 1992]
Dale Davis
Dale Davis, age 80, resident of Dripping Springs area since 1980, and former resident of Austin, died Sunday,
January 26, 1992. Mr. Davis was a deacon of Dripping Springs First Baptist Church and a former member of
Allandale Baptist Church in Austin. He was a general contractor for 25 years in Corpus Christi before moving to
Austin in 1966. He was a masonry contractor in Austin until 1978 when he retired to the Hill Country near
Dripping Springs. Survivors include his wife, Diana Moore Davis; daughter and son-in-law, Bette and Knox
Williams, all of Austin; son and daughter-in-law, Dr. Roy Dale and Cheryl Davis, Jr. of San Clemente, California;
two granddaughters, Robin Davis and Tara Boyle and husband John, both of Bedford; brother, Dean Davis, and
brother and sister-in-law, Ben and Lillian Davis, all of Elgin; sister and brother-in-law, Stella and George Brown
of Waco; sisters-in-law, Selma Davis, Jewel Davis and Nell Davis, all of Elgin, and Margaret Hankamer of
Austin; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM, Tuesday, January 28, 1992, at
Dripping Springs First Baptist Church with Reverend David McNary and Reverend Curtis Ray officiating.
Interment in Phillips Cemetery. Those desiring to do so make memorial contributions to the First Baptist Church
Dripping Springs or Hill Country Senior Citizens Center. Arrangements by Harrell Funeral Chapel in Dripping
Springs. 858-5666. [Austin American-Statesman, Tuesday, January 28, 1992]
More About Roy Dale Davis:
Burial: 28 Jan 1992, Phillips Cemetery, Dripping Springs, Hays Co., Texas 202
Children of Diana Moore and Roy Davis are:
40 i. Bette Diane 11 Davis, born Private. She married Knox Williams III Private; born Private.
+ 41 ii. Roy Dale Davis, Jr., born Private.
21. Margaret Koehler 10 Moore (Charlotte 9 Koehler, Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She
married Clarence Jackson Hankamer Private. He was born 23 Aug 1915, and died 05 Feb 1973 in Travis Co.,
TX 203,204 .
Notes for Clarence Jackson Hankamer:
Clarence J. Hankamer
Clarence J. Hankamer, 57, 8703 Azelea Trail, drowned Monday near Mansfield Dam. He was a resident of
Austin 11 years and a Methodist. Hankamer was a retired electric salesman and had been associated with R.T.E.
of Arlington. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Margaret Hankamer, Austin; two sons, Michael Hankamer, Las
Cruces, N.M., and Steven Hankamer, Austin; a daughter, Mrs. Catherine Jarl, Austin; one grandson, Derek
Hankamer, Las Cruces, N.M., and two sisters, Mrs. John Winn and Mrs. Thelma Child, both of Greensville, S.C.
Funeral is pending at Weed-Corley Funeral Home. [The Austin Statesman, Tuesday, February 6, 1973]
Children of Margaret Moore and Clarence Hankamer are:
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+ 42 i. James Michael 11 Hankamer, born Private.
+ 43 ii. Catherine Janice Hankamer, born Private.
44 iii. John Stephen Hankamer, born Private.
22. Hilmar Frederick 10 Koehler (Frederick William 9 , Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 205 was born 29 Jul 1916 in
Houston, Harris, TX 206 , and died 22 Apr 1992 in Beaumont, Jefferson, TX 207,208 . He married Mildred Elinor
Houser 27 Dec 1941 in Houston, Harris, TX. She was born 31 Jul 1922 in Houston, Harris Co, TX 209 , and died
24 Feb 2004 in Texas 210,211 .
Notes for Hilmar Frederick Koehler:
Koehler
H. F. “Fred” Koehler, 75, of Beaumont, died April 22, 1992. Graveside rites were held Friday, April 24, 1992, at
Forest Lawn Memorial Park. A native of Houston, he has resided in Beaumont for the past 32 years. He was
retired from Magg--- Mortgage Co., where he served as partner until retirement. He is survived by his wife,
Mildred Koehler; sons, Paul F. Koehler and Wayne Koehler; sister Agnes Wilkinson; aunt, Elvera Fleet and four
grandchildren, Kelley, Kent, Tasha and Tonya. Services under direction of: Forest Lawn Funeral Home, 4955
Pine Street, Beaumont, Texas (409) 892-5912. [About April 26, 1992, Beaumont, Texas]
More About Hilmar Frederick Koehler:
Burial: 24 Apr 1992, Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Beaumont, Jefferson, TX
Children of Hilmar Koehler and Mildred Houser are:
+ 45 i. Paul Frederick 11 Koehler, born Private.
+ 46 ii. Wayne Howard Koehler, born Private.
47 iii. Dale William Koehler 212 , born 01 Aug 1948 in Houston, Harris, TX 212 ; died 01 Mar 1985 in Houston,
Harris, TX 213 .
23. Agnes Louise 10 Koehler (Frederick William 9 , Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She
married (1) William Jefferson Beckham Private. He was born 18 Jan 1925 in Doniphan, Ripley, MO, and died
05 Jun 1966 in Amarillo, Potter, TX. She married (2) Ronald Barnes Wilkinson 214,215 Private, son of James
Wilkinson and Lessie Pledge. He was born 10 Feb 1933 in San Angelo, Tom Green, TX 216,217,218 , and died 07
Jan 2004 in Austin, Travis Co., TX 219,220 .
Notes for Ronald Barnes Wilkinson:
Ronald Barnes Wilkinson
Ronald Barnes Wilkinson, age 70, a 40 year resident of Austin, passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2004. He
was born February 10, 1933, in San Angelo, Texas, to Lessie and James Wilkinson. He was a longtime member
of the United Church of Christ. He was a plumber for 54 years, a member of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 286
for 40 years, as well as a member of the German-Texan Heritage Society. He is survived by his wife, Agnes
Koehler Wilkinson of Austin; daughters, Kathy of Ketchum, Idaho, Gail and husband James, and Lynn of Austin;
sons, Mark and wife, JoAnn of Sonora, Texas; and Barnes and wife, Julie of Austin; grandsons, Blaine of Round
Rock, Kyle of Scotsdale, Arizona, Blake of Cortez, Colorado, and Eric of Austin. Family and friends will gather
Sunday, January 11, 2004 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the family home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions
may be made to Hospice Austin's Christopher House, 4107 Spicewood Springs Road, Suite 100, Austin, Texas
78759. [Austin American-Statesman, January 8, 2004]
Children of Agnes Koehler and William Beckham are:
48 i. Gail Fleet 11 Wilkinson, born Private. She married James Stewart Schloemer Private; born Private.
+ 49 ii. Lynn Suzanne Wilkinson, born Private.
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Children of Agnes Koehler and Ronald Wilkinson are:
50 i. Mark Blaine 11 Wilkinson, born Private. He married JoAnn Wilkinson Private; born Private.
51 ii. Ronald Barnes Wilkinson, Jr., born Private. He married Julia McIntyre Dunlop Private; born Private.
Generation No. 4
24. Larry 11 Cornelson, Jr. (Ruth Louise 10 Mensing, Elise 9 Koehler, Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 221 was
born 24 May 1925 in Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 221,222,222,223 , and died 15 Jan 2003 in Schulenburg, Fayette,
TX 223 . He married Betty Louise Balzer 224,225 22 Dec 1949 in Sagerton, Haskell, TX 226 , daughter of August
Balzer and Bettie Balzer. She was born 13 Jun 1927 in Sagerton, Haskell, TX 227,228 , and died 10 Aug 1982 in
Abilene, Taylor Co., TX 228,229,230 .
Notes for Larry Cornelson, Jr.:
Larry Cornelson Jr.
Larry Cornelson Jr., who resided at 7326 Corian Park in San Antonio, died on Wednesday, Jan. 15 in
Schulenburg at age 77 years, 7 months, 22 days. The funeral was held in Haskell on Monday, Jan. 20 at 10 a.m.,
followed by interment there. Born in Schulenburg on May 24, 1925, he was the son of Larry Cornelson Sr. and
Ruth Cornelson Balzer and step-son of Gus Balzer. He attended Schulenburg High School. On Dec. 22, 1949,
he married Betty Balzer in Sagerton. Retired from the military at the time of his death, Mr. Cornelson served
with the 82nd Airborne division and U.S. Air Force Security Service. He was a member of the Methodist Church.
He is survived by a daughter, Kathryn Sue Cornelson of Lewisville; a son, Douglas Wayne Cornelson of Hana,
Maui, Hawaii; and a brother, Bill Cornelson of Wimberley. Preceding him in death were his parents, step-father
and wife; and a sister, Barbara Chromcak. Holden-McCauley Funeral Home of Haskell was in charge of
arrangements. [The Schulenburg Sticker, Thursday, January 23, 2003]
More About Larry Cornelson, Jr.:
Burial: 20 Jan 2003, Haskell, Haskell, TX 231
Notes for Betty Louise Balzer:
Funeral Services for Mrs. Betty Cornelson Held in Sagerton
Mrs. Betty Cornelson, age 55, wife of Larry Cornelson of Sagerton, died on Tuesday, Aug. 10 about noon at
Hendrick Medical Center in Abilene. Services were held on Thursday, Aug. 12 at 2:00 p.m. at the First United
Methodist Church in Sagerton, under the direction of Holden-McCauley Funeral Home in Haskell. Officiating
were Rev. Hestand, pastor; and Rev. Tommy Sparks of Faith Lutheran Church. Burial was at Willow Cemetery
in Haskell. Pallbearers were Fred Kupatt, Leland Nauret, Leon Stegemoeller, Roland Stegemoeller, Delbert
LeFevre and Marvin Stegemoeller. Honorary pallbearers were Bill Cornelson, E. J. Chromcak, Edward J.
Neinast, Glenn Quade, Alvin Ulmer, Arthur Knipling, Harvey Stegemoeller, Reece Clark, Dr. L. G. Hardwick,
Dr. J. S. Walke, Dr. Pedro Paez, Fred Jones and Don Neal. Among the relatives attending the funeral were Mr.
and Mrs. Gus Balzer of Schulenburg, Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Chromcak of Houston, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Cornelson of
Houston, Mrs. Leroy McBride of Schulenburg and Erwin Stavinoha of Schulenburg. She was born on June 13,
1927 in Sagerton where she was reared and graduated from high school. She married Larry Cornelson of
Schulenburg on Dec. 22, 1949 in Sagerton. Due to his career in the Air Force, they lived in a number of areas
including Lewisville where she was assistant vice president of City National Bank. They returned to Sagerton in
November of 1980. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church and the Order of the Eastern Star.
Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Kathryn Cornelson of Lewisville; a son, Douglas Cornelson of
Lewisville; and her mother, Mrs. Bette Balzer of Sagerton. [The Schulenburg Sticker, Thursday, August 26,
1982]
More About Betty Louise Balzer:
Burial: 12 Aug 1982, Willow Cemetery, Haskell, Haskell, TX 232
Marriage Notes for Larry Cornelson and Betty Balzer:
Cornelson-Balzer Rites Solemnized Thursday, Dec 22
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Betty Balzer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. August Balzer of Sagerton, became the bride of Staff Sgt. Larry
Cornelson, son of Mrs. Gus Balzer and the late Larry Cornelson of Schulenburg, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in
Sagerton on Thursday evening, December 22, at 6:30 p.m. Rev. M. C. Hoermann, pastor, performed the double
ring ceremony. Candles were lighted by Marvin and Leon Stegemoeller, cousins of the bride, while Albert
Russell of Stamford, organist, played a background of wedding music. He also played the traditional wedding
marches. The wedding party entered the church down a candle-lighted aisle with the candles with a base of
flowers, attached to the pew ends. Candles in ornate candelabra, blossoming potted plants and greenery forming
the background at the altar. Miss Barbara Cornelson of this city, sister of the groom, served as the bride's
attendant. She wore a blue formal, fashioned on lines similar to the bride's gown. Her flowers were white
carnations. The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore the wedding gown of her cousin, Mrs. Leroy
McBride. The dress had a fitted bodice, yoke of lace, long fitted sleeves and a tiny peplum ornamented with lace
flowers and a full skirt extending into a train. She wore a full-length veil attached to a head dress of seed pearls.
For something old she wore her mother's engagement ring. She carried a shower bouquet of gardenias. Little
Linda LeFevre, cousin of the bride, was flower girl, and James Lehrmann was ring bearer. Harvey and Kenneth
Stegemoeller served as ushers. Billy Cornelson, brother of the groom, was best man. Following the wedding, a
reception was held at the home of the bride's parents. Mrs. Dick Boeder cut the three-tiered wedding cake, and
Mrs. Elmer Boedeker served punch. The couple left after the reception for Houston, the bride wearing for
traveling a blue gabardine suit with winter pink blouse, gloves and hat and navy shoes and bag. Her corsage was
of gardenias. The bride graduated from Sagerton High School in 1944 and from Texas Lutheran College in
Sequin where she was a member of the choir. She taught school for two years at Michigan City, Ind., and has
been employed at Austin since that time. Staff Sgt. Cornelson graduated from the local high school in 1942 and
attended Rice University for two years. He has been in the Air Force for five years and is now stationed at
Ellington Field. They will make their home in Houston. Mr. and Mrs. Gus Balzer, Miss Barbara Cornelson,
Billy Cornelson and E. J. Chromcak, Jr., were in attendance at the wedding. [The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday,
January 6, 1950]
Children of Larry Cornelson and Betty Balzer are:
52 i. Kathryn Sue 12 Cornelson, born Private. She married George R. Hatridge Private; born Private.
53 ii. Douglas Wayne Cornelson, born Private.
25. Barbara Jean 11 Cornelson (Ruth Louise 10 Mensing, Elise 9 Koehler, Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 233,234 was
born 05 Dec 1927 in Schulenburg, Fayette, TX 235,236,237,238 , and died 09 Mar 1998 in Houston, Harris,
TX 239,240,241 . She married Emil Joe Chromcak, Jr. Private, son of Emil Joe Chromcak. He was born Private.
More About Barbara Jean Cornelson:
Burial: 11 Mar 1998, Forest Park Westheimer, Houston, Harris, TX 242
Children of Barbara Cornelson and Emil Chromcak are:
+ 54 i. Thomas Craig 12 Chromcak, born Private.
55 ii. Bradley John Chromcak 243 , born 25 Sep 1955 in Houston, Harris County, TX 243 ; died 15 Mar 1999 in
Houston, Harris, TX.
26. William Fritz 11 Cornelson (Ruth Louise 10 Mensing, Elise 9 Koehler, Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
Private. He married Lillian Ruth Nash Private, daughter of William Nash and Lillian Bussey. She was born 27
Apr 1932 in Simpsonville, Matagorda, TX 244 , and died 31 Dec 2004 in Austin, Travis, TX 245,246 .
Notes for Lillian Ruth Nash:
Houston Chronicle
January 2, 2005
LILLIAN RUTH NASH CORNELSON of Wimberley, Texas passed away in Austin on December 31, 2004. A
native Texan, Ruth was born the tenth of twelve children to Lillian C. Bussey and William N. Nash. She was
preceded in death by her parents, four brothers and one sister. Ruth is survived by her loving husband, Bill
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Cornelson, daughters, Janet Ruth (Gary) Cole, Nancy Jane (Nick) Textor and son, Wm. Robert (Laura)
Cornelson. She also leaves two cherished grandchildren, Lillian M. Cole and William F. Cornelson, II. Surviving
siblings include Barbara Flynn, Sarah Tomlin, and Mary Wynn of Tyler, Sylvia Herro of Corpus Christi, Coleen
Dorfman of Dallas, and Oliver Nash of Abilene. Ruth was very active and involved in many civic and community
organizations. During her many years in Houston she served two terms as president of Women of Ascension
Episcopal Church and was a founding member of the Ascension Episcopal Day School Board. Ruth was a
lifetime member of the Houston Rodeo Assn. Before moving to Wimberley, Ruth and Bill lived for a few years in
Rockport, where she leaves many good friends. In Wimberley, Ruth was most proud of her involvement in the
Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) - Jacob's Well Chapter, where she served as Chaplain. Ruth was
cremated at her request and interment will be at a later date in Austin. A Memorial Service is planned for
Thursday, January 6, 2005 at Chapel in the Hills, 14601 Ranch Road 12 in Wimberley, Texas at 2:00 p.m.
Reverend Emeritus Sidney Gervais will perform services. Those who prefer may make contributions in Ruth's
honor to, U.T. M.D. Anderson Cancer Center or to Hospice Austin's Christopher House, 4107 Spicewood Springs
Rd, Ste 100, Austin, Texas 78759. Her family wishes to express their appreciation for all the prayers, meals, and
many acts of kindness shown Ruth and her family during her illness. Arrangements under the care of Cook-
Walden/Forest Oaks Funeral Home, 6300 W. William Cannon Dr., Austin, Texas, 78749, (512)892-1172.
Children of William Cornelson and Lillian Nash are:
+ 56 i. Janet Ruth 12 Cornelson, born Private.
57 ii. Nancy Jane Cornelson, born Private. She married Nicholas Textor Private; born Private.
+ 58 iii. William Robert Cornelson, born Private.
27. Weldon Fritz 11 Mensing, Jr. (Weldon Fritz 10 , Elise 9 Koehler, Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) 247 was born 27
Aug 1941 in Travis Co., TX 247 , and died 08 Jun 1969 in Travis Co., TX 248 . He married Margaret Fay Ham
Private, daughter of A. Ham and Mildred Quest. She was born Private.
Child of Weldon Mensing and Margaret Ham is:
59 i. Mark Michael 12 Mensing 249 , born 14 Sep 1964 in Harris Co., TX 249 ; died 08 Jun 1969 in Travis Co.,
TX 250 .
29. Mary Ann 11 Koehler (Marvin Louis 10 , Adolf Manuel 9 , Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
She married Juan de la Cerda Private. He was born Private.
Children of Mary Koehler and Juan de la Cerda are:
60 i. Roberto Luis 12 de la Cerda, born Private.
61 ii. Juan Christian de la Cerda, born Private.
62 iii. Alejandro de la Cerda, born Private.
33. Teresa Jeanne 11 Koehler (Marvin Louis 10 , Adolf Manuel 9 , Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
She married Kevin Lee Whitten Private, son of Harley Whitten and Dorothy Hensley. He was born Private.
Children of Teresa Koehler and Kevin Whitten are:
63 i. Kristine Michele 12 Whitten, born Private.
64 ii. Michelle Whitten, born Private.
37. Alice Stewart 11 Powell (Katharine Louise 10 Gebhardt, Hedwig Anna 9 Koehler, Louisa Theodora 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married George Arthur Clarke III Private, son of George Clarke and
Margaret Skelly. He was born Private.
Children of Alice Powell and George Clarke are:
65 i. Margaret Katherine 12 Clarke, born Private.
66 ii. Joseph Robert Clarke, born Private.
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38. Theodore Emil 11 Gebhardt, Jr. (Theodore Emil 10 , Hedwig Anna 9 Koehler, Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. He married Carla Rae Riffe Private, daughter of Donald Riffe and Joyce Riffe. She was born
Private.
Child of Theodore Gebhardt and Carla Riffe is:
67 i. Theodore Emil 12 Gebhardt III, born Private.
39. Violet Anne 11 Gilliam (Georgerine Olivia 10 Koehler, George Carl 9 , Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
Private. She married Robert Dawson Boyls Private, son of Nunn Boyls and Tula Tucker. He was born 08 Sep
1924 in Coleman, Coleman Co., TX 251 , and died 07 Sep 1998 in Augusta, Richmond Co., GA 251 .
Children of Violet Gilliam and Robert Boyls are:
+ 68 i. Beverly Gaye 12 Boyls, born Private.
69 ii. Robert Gilliam Boyls, born Private.
70 iii. Richard Lee Boyls, born Private.
41. Roy Dale 11 Davis, Jr. (Diana Louise 10 Moore, Charlotte 9 Koehler, Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
Private. He married (1) Robbie Lee Wood Private, daughter of George Wood. She was born Private. He
married (2) Cheryl Clark Kendricks Private. She was born Private.
Children of Roy Davis and Robbie Wood are:
+ 71 i. Robin Diane 12 Davis, born Private.
+ 72 ii. Charlotte Tara Davis, born Private.
42. James Michael 11 Hankamer (Margaret Koehler 10 Moore, Charlotte 9 Koehler, Louisa Theodora 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Virginia Lea Smith Private. She was born Private.
Children of James Hankamer and Virginia Smith are:
+ 73 i. Derek 12 Hankamer, born Private.
74 ii. Courtney Lea Hankamer, born Private.
43. Catherine Janice 11 Hankamer (Margaret Koehler 10 Moore, Charlotte 9 Koehler, Louisa Theodora 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Alan Wayne Jarl Private, son of Duval Jarl and Marjorie Swenson.
He was born Private.
Children of Catherine Hankamer and Alan Jarl are:
75 i. Jennifer Catherine 12 Jarl, born Private.
76 ii. Jeffrey Alan Jarl, born Private.
45. Paul Frederick 11 Koehler (Hilmar Frederick 10 , Frederick William 9 , Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg
Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
Private. He married Carol Ann Johnson Private, daughter of D. Johnson and Rosa Tribble. She was born
Private.
Children of Paul Koehler and Carol Johnson are:
77 i. Tasha Kay 12 Koehler, born Private. She married Martin Lynn Byerly, Jr. Private; born Private.
+ 78 ii. Tonya Rose Koehler, born Private.
46. Wayne Howard 11 Koehler (Hilmar Frederick 10 , Frederick William 9 , Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg
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Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born
Private. He married Judith Louise Kent Private. She was born Private.
Children of Wayne Koehler and Judith Kent are:
79 i. Kelley Kathrine 12 Koehler, born Private. She married Mark Wayne Allen Private; born Private.
+ 80 ii. Kent Keith Koehler, born Private.
49. Lynn Suzanne 11 Wilkinson (Agnes Louise 10 Koehler, Frederick William 9 , Louisa Theodora 8 Willrich,
Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. She married Federico Guillermo Daza y Skidanenko Private. He was born Private.
Child of Lynn Wilkinson and Federico Daza y Skidanenko is:
81 i. Federico Guillermo 12 Daza y Skidanenko II, born Private.
Generation No. 5
54. Thomas Craig 12 Chromcak (Barbara Jean 11 Cornelson, Ruth Louise 10 Mensing, Elise 9 Koehler, Louisa
Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married (1) Cheryl L. Chessher Private. She was born Private.
He married (2) Brenda Kay Moye Private, daughter of William Moye and Beulah Matheny. She was born
Private. He married (3) Jeanne Carol Oliver Private, daughter of Alton Oliver and Noraetta Moore. She was
born Private.
Children of Thomas Chromcak and Jeanne Oliver are:
82 i. Thomas Jordan 13 Chromcak, born Private.
83 ii. Chase Andrew Chromcak, born Private.
84 iii. Kaylie Jeanne Chromcak, born Private.
56. Janet Ruth 12 Cornelson (William Fritz 11 , Ruth Louise 10 Mensing, Elise 9 Koehler, Louisa Theodora 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married James Gary Cole Private. He was born Private.
Child of Janet Cornelson and James Cole is:
85 i. Lillian Mae 13 Cole, born Private.
58. William Robert 12 Cornelson (William Fritz 11 , Ruth Louise 10 Mensing, Elise 9 Koehler, Louisa
Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Laura A. Dominguez Private. She was born Private.
Child of William Cornelson and Laura Dominguez is:
86 i. William F. 13 Cornelson II, born Private.
68. Beverly Gaye 12 Boyls (Violet Anne 11 Gilliam, Georgerine Olivia 10 Koehler, George Carl 9 , Louisa
Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married George Gehrig O'Connell Private, son of Eugene
O'Connell and Francis Herron. He was born Private.
Children of Beverly Boyls and George O'Connell are:
87 i. Thomas George 13 O'Connell, born Private.
88 ii. Steven Gehrig O'Connell, born Private.
71. Robin Diane 12 Davis (Roy Dale 11 , Diana Louise 10 Moore, Charlotte 9 Koehler, Louisa Theodora 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Michael Kipling McRae Private, son of Charles McCrae and
Lawanda Morris. He was born Private.
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Child of Robin Davis and Michael McRae is:
89 i. Haylee Rachelle 13 McRae, born Private.
72. Charlotte Tara 12 Davis (Roy Dale 11 , Diana Louise 10 Moore, Charlotte 9 Koehler, Louisa Theodora 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married John Ray Boyle Private, son of John Boyle and Evelyn Dellis. He
was born Private.
Child of Charlotte Davis and John Boyle is:
90 i. Brennon Dale 13 Boyle, born Private.
73. Derek 12 Hankamer (James Michael 11 , Margaret Koehler 10 Moore, Charlotte 9 Koehler, Louisa
Theodora 8 Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 ,
Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Laura Nicole Givens Private. She was born Private.
Child of Derek Hankamer and Laura Givens is:
91 i. Anna Noelle 13 Hankamer, born Private.
78. Tonya Rose 12 Koehler (Paul Frederick 11 , Hilmar Frederick 10 , Frederick William 9 , Louisa Theodora 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She married Steven Benjamin Fox Private, son of Steven Fox and Loretta
Cunningham. He was born Private.
Child of Tonya Koehler and Steven Fox is:
92 i. Baylie Ann 13 Fox, born Private.
80. Kent Keith 12 Koehler (Wayne Howard 11 , Hilmar Frederick 10 , Frederick William 9 , Louisa Theodora 8
Willrich, Georg Carl 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 ,
Christianus 1 ) was born Private. He married Jennifer Leigh Mercer Private, daughter of Alvin Mercer and
Charlene McGhee. She was born Private.
Children of Kent Koehler and Jennifer Mercer are:
93 i. Kameron Dillon 13 Koehler, born Private.
94 ii. Brice Aden Koehler, born Private.
Endnotes
1. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 164, Page 4.
2. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 19B.
3. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 50, Page 3A.
4. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
5. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 52, Page 5A.
6. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 9, 1944.
7. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
8. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 9, 1944.
9. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 164, Page 4.
10. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 50, Page 3A.
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11. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
12. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 52, Page 5A.
13. National Archives and Records Administration, 1870 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Beat 1, Bluff Post Office, Page 78.
14. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 18, 1920.
15. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 9, 1944.
16. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, November 18, 1920.
17. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 164, Page 4.
18. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 9B.
19. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 2, E. D. 52, Page 6B.
20. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 5, E. D. 62, Page 11A.
21. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 9B.
22. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, April 3, 1952.
23. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 9B.
24. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, April 3, 1952.
25. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Certificate 33210, Fayette Co., TX.
26. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 7, E. D. 58, Page 15.
27. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 9B.
28. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 2, E. D. 52, Page 6B.
29. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 5, E. D. 62, Page 11A.
30. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 9B.
31. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, August 24, 1956.
32. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, April 3, 1952.
33. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, August 24, 1956.
34. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 9B.
35. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, August 24, 1956.
36. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Certificate 41928, Fayette Co., TX.
37. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, April 3, 1952.
38. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, August 24, 1956.
39. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 5, E. D. 62, Page 11A.
40. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Oklahoma,
Washington County, Bartlesville, Ward 3, E. D. 74, Page 12A.
41. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, July 29, 1948.
42. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Oklahoma,
Washington County, Bartlesville, Ward 3, E. D. 74, Page 12A.
43. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, September 9, 1926.
44. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Oklahoma,
Washington County, Bartlesville, Ward 3, E. D. 74, Page 12A.
45. Social Security Death Index.
46. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, July 29, 1948.
47. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 164, Page 4.
48. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 4A.
49. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 51, Page 6B.
50. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 52, Page 5A.
51. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, December 11, 1956.
52. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Certificate 63250, Colorado Co., TX.
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53. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 58, Page 38.
54. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
E. D. 51, Page 6B.
55. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, October 12, 1911.
56. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The Fayette County Record, December 11, 1956.
57. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, October 12, 1911.
58. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 164, Page 4.
59. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 19B.
60. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
61. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 52, Page 5A.
62. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, February 15, 1971.
63. Social Security Administration, Social Security Death Records through June 1997, Palladium Interactive, Inc..
64. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
65. Social Security Death Index.
66. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, February 15, 1971.
67. Social Security Administration, Social Security Death Records through June 1997, Palladium Interactive, Inc..
68. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
69. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, February 15, 1971.
70. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 52, Page 5A.
71. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, February 15, 1971.
72. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 19B.
73. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 52, Page 5A.
74. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, July 6, 1944.
75. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 164, Page 4.
76. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Schulenburg, E. D. 72, Page 8B.
77. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
78. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 69, Page 9A.
79. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, October 24, 1947.
80. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
81. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, October 24, 1947.
82. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Schulenburg, E. D. 72, Page 8B.
83. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 69, Page 9A.
84. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, October 24, 1947: The
Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, February 24, 1950: The La Grange Journal, Thursday, December 30, 1909.
85. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, February 24, 1950.
86. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, October 24, 1947.
87. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, February 24, 1950.
88. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Schulenburg, E. D. 72, Page 8B.
89. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, October 24, 1947.
90. Social Security Administration, Social Security Death Records through June 1997, Palladium Interactive, Inc..
91. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
92. Social Security Death Index.
93. Social Security Administration, Social Security Death Records through June 1997, Palladium Interactive, Inc..
94. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
95. National Archives and Records Administration, 1880 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 164, Page 4.
96. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 4A.
522

97. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 50, Page 3A.
98. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
99. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette County,
Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 52, Page 5A.
100. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
101. Social Security Death Index.
102. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, November 29, 1971.
103. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
104. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, November 29, 1971.
105. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 4A.
106. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, April 8, 1920.
107. Fayette County Record, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, November 1871.
108. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, December 15, 1938.
109. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Monday, November 29, 1971.
110. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, December 15, 1938.
111. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
112. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 4A.
113. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 50, Page 3A.
114. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
115. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, October 23, 1952.
116. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, February 11, 1909.
117. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, February 20, 1908.
118. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, February 11, 1909.
119. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, October 23, 1952.
120. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, February 11, 1909.
121. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
122. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 50, Page 3A.
123. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
124. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, January 7, 1937.
125. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 50, Page 3A.
126. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, January 7, 1937.
127. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
128. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 50, Page 3A.
129. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Harris County,
Precinct 1, Houston, E. D. 101, Page 31A.
130. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, E. D. 30, Page 12B.
131. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Tuesday, June 3, 1947.
132. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, January 11, 1940.
133. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Harris County,
Precinct 1, Houston, E. D. 101, Page 31A.
134. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 31, Page 3B.
135. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, E. D. 50, Page 2A.
136. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 31, Page 3B.
137. Social Security Death Index.
138. Austin American-Statesman, Austin, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," Sunday, July 28, 1985.
139. Houston Post, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Tuesday, June 3, 1947.
140. Austin American-Statesman, Austin, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," Sunday, July 28, 1985.
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141. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, E. D. 51, Page 6B.
142. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 52, Page 5A.
143. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 75, Page 5B.
144. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, August 3, 1995.
145. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
146. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, August 3, 1995.
147. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 75, Page 5B.
148. National Archives and Records Administration, 1900 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette,
Schulenburg, E. D. 47, Page 10A.
149. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," California, Los
Angeles, Los Angeles, E. D. 167, Page 3B.
150. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Wisconsin,
Milwaukee, Milwaukee, Ward 4, E. D. 49, Page 10B.
151. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 75, Page 5B.
152. National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," California, Los
Angeles, Los Angeles, E. D. 167, Page 3B.
153. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Wisconsin,
Milwaukee, Milwaukee, Ward 4, E. D. 49, Page 10B.
154. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, January 4, 1946.
155. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, January 3, 1946.
156. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, January 4, 1946.
157. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, July 2, 1948 and Thursday, December 2, 1982.
158. Social Security Death Index.
159. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, December 2, 1982.
160. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
161. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, December 2, 1982.
162. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, August 3, 1995.
163. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, January 3, 1946.
164. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, January 4, 1946.
165. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, December 2, 1982.
166. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, La Grange, E. D. 75, Page 4A.
167. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 1, La Grange, Ward 1, E. D. 52, Page 5A.
168. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
169. Social Security Death Index.
170. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
171. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, March 7, 1940.
172. Social Security Death Index.
173. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
174. Social Security Death Index.
175. Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), Tuesday, December 16, 1997.
176. National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Schulenburg, E. D. 72, Page 8B.
177. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, October 24, 1947.
178. Social Security Administration, Social Security Death Records through June 1997, Palladium Interactive, Inc..
179. Social Security Death Index.
180. Social Security Administration, Social Security Death Records through June 1997, Palladium Interactive, Inc..
181. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
182. Social Security Death Index.
183. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
184. Social Security Death Index.
185. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
186. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, April 15, 1943.
187. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Guadalupe
County, Seguin, Ward 4, E. D. 94, Page 2A.
188. La Grange Journal, La Grange, Texas, (Newspaper), The La Grange Journal, Thursday, april 15, 1943.
189. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
190. Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), November 14, 2004.
191. Social Security Death Index.
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192. Alumni Association of San Jacinto Senior High, Houston, TX, "Campus Cub," Published Four Times per Year, June
2005.
193. Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), November 14, 2004.
194. Social Security Death Index.
195. Alumni Association of San Jacinto Senior High, Houston, TX, "Campus Cub," Published Four Times per Year, June
2005.
196. Social Security Death Index.
197. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
198. Social Security Death Index.
199. Austin American-Statesman, Austin, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," Tuesday, January 28, 1992.
200. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
201. Social Security Death Index.
202. Austin American-Statesman, Austin, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," Tuesday, January 28, 1992.
203. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
204. Austin American-Statesman, Austin, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," Tuesday, February 6, 1973.
205. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Harris County,
Precinct 1, Houston, E. D. 101, Page 31A.
206. Social Security Death Index.
207. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
208. Social Security Death Index.
209. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
210. Social Security Death Index.
211. Personal Knowledge - Email, (Email), "Electronic," Judy Koehler, May 1, 2006.
212. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
213. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
214. Austin American-Statesman, Austin, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," The Austin American-Statesman, January 8,
2004.
215. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
216. Austin American-Statesman, Austin, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," The Austin American-Statesman, January 8,
2004.
217. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
218. Social Security Death Index.
219. Austin American-Statesman, Austin, Texas, (Newspaper), "Electronic," The Austin American-Statesman, January 8,
2004.
220. Social Security Death Index.
221. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 75, Page 5B.
222. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
223. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, January 23, 2003.
224. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Friday, January 6, 1950 and Thursday, August 26, 1982.
225. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Haskell,
Precinct 4, E. D. 7, Page 9A.
226. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), The Schulenburg Sticker, Friday, January 6, 1950.
227. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Haskell,
Precinct 4, E. D. 7, Page 9A.
228. Social Security Death Index.
229. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998, Taylor Co., TX.
230. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, August 26, 1982.
231. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, January 23, 2003.
232. Schulenburg Sticker, Schulenburg, Texas, (Newspaper), Thursday, August 26, 1982.
233. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 75, Page 5B.
234. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
235. National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census, "Electronic," Texas, Fayette
County, Precinct 8, Schulenburg, E. D. 75, Page 5B.
236. Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), The Houston Chronicle, March 12, 1998.
237. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
238. Social Security Death Index.
239. Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), The Houston Chronicle, March 12, 1998.
240. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
241. Social Security Death Index.
242. Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), The Houston Chronicle, March 12, 1998.
243. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
244. Social Security Death Index.
245. Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas, (Newspaper), The Houston Chronicle, January 2, 2005.
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246. Social Security Death Index.
247. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
248. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
249. Texas Birth Index, 1903 - 1997.
250. Texas Deaths, 1903-1998.
251. Social Security Death Index.
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Franz
Willrich
1867 - 1887
Georg W.
Willrich
1828 - 1904
Johannes
Willrich
1870 - 1918
Marie
Andrae
- 1892
Friedrich J.
Willrich
1829 - 1894
Cont. p. 529 Karl
Willrich
1864 - 1864
Descendants of Johann Friedrich Theodor Willrich
Franziska L.
Raddatz
1837 - 1911
Johann F.
Willrich
1802 - 1893
Johanne H.
Willrich
1831 - 1908
Meta
Bostelmann
1806 - 1880
527
Friedrich
Brandt
1827 - 1899
Cont. p. 530 Otto T.
Willrich
1874 -
Unknown
Emmy W.
Schnath
1844 - 1936
Martha
Reichardt
- Unknown
August G.
Willrich
1833 - 1884
Cont. p. 531 Helene
Willrich
1866 -
Unknown
Johanne H.
Behrens
1839 - 1870
Albert
Rohde
- Unknown
Cont. p. 528
Cont. p. 532

Cont. p. 527 Emilie Anna
Willrich
1835 - 1857
Hans
Willrich
1865 - 1953
Anna E.
Waldhausen
1870 - 1937
Wilhelm G.
Willrich
1837 - 1919
Ernst F.
Willrich
1866 - 1912
Descendants of Johann Friedrich Theodor Willrich
Mathilde H.
Schulze
1841 - 1932
Helene F
Isensee
1875 - 1933
Johann F.
Willrich
1802 - 1893
Alexis
Willrich
1839 - 1841
Margarethe H.
Willrich
1871 - 1931
Meta
Bostelmann
1806 - 1880
Johann A.
Wittstock
1866 - 1931
528
Adolf E.
Willrich
1841 - 1919
Infant
Willrich
1872 - 1872
Emma H.
Ludewig
1848 - 1916
Cont. p. 534
Charlotte
Willrich
1843 - 1923
Wilhelm
Weigel
- 1889
Cont. p. 533

Descendants of Johann Friedrich Theodor Willrich
Georg W.
Willrich
1828 - 1904
Cont. p. 527 Max
Willrich
1872 - 1910
529
Marie
Andrae
- 1892
Otto
Willrich
1873 - 1874

Annegret
Willrich
Private -
Jennie
Jahns
Private -
Walter
Willrich
Private -
Cont. p. 527 Georg K.
Willrich
1865 - 1954
Dirk
Jahns
Private -
Sandra
Jahns
Private -
Gisela E.
Rodeman
Private -
Uta
Willrich
Private -
Paula
Kieff
1872 - 1927
Andreas
Clauss
Private -
Descendants of Johann Friedrich Theodor Willrich
Hugo
Willrich
1867 - 1950
Wolfgang
Willrich
1897 - 1948
Ernst Barthold
Plass
Private -
Gerda
Willrich
Private -
Friedrich J.
Willrich
1829 - 1894
Laura
Jacobj
1868 - 1924
Charlotte H.
Herber
1900 - 1995
Jens
Plass
Private -
Aurelia
Reckziegel
Private -
Franziska L.
Raddatz
1837 - 1911
Christel
Plass
Private -
530
Meta
Willrich
1868 -
Unknown
Ingeborg
Willrich
1899 - 1996
Elisabeth
Bartelheimer
Private -
Olga
Willrich
1870 - 1897
Bertha
Willrich
1901 - 1942
Fritz
Willrich
1871 - 1949
Thora Gisela
Willrich
Private -
Wolf Wilhelm
Bartelheimer
Private -
Lydia
Buchler
- Unknown
Ernst Wilhelm
Bartelheimer
Private -
Christian
Bartelheimer
Private -
Erich
Willrich
1875 - 1914
Gerlinde
Bartelheimer
Private -
Cont. p. 535

Descendants of Johann Friedrich Theodor Willrich
August G.
Willrich
1833 - 1884
Cont. p. 527 [1] Lulu
Willrich
1875 - 1966
531
Emmy W.
Schnath
1844 - 1936
[2] Theodor G
Willrich
1873 - 1954

Descendants of Johann Friedrich Theodor Willrich
Cont. p. 527 Elisabeth D
Willrich
1868 -
Unknown
August G.
Willrich
1833 - 1884
Emil L.
Willrich
1847 - 1920
532
Johanne H.
Behrens
1839 - 1870
Johanne E
Willrich
1870 - 1936
Johannes H.
Barnstorff
1854 - 1922

Descendants of Johann Friedrich Theodor Willrich
Johann F.
Willrich
1802 - 1893
Cont. p. 528 Ernst-August
Willrich
1846 - 1903
Anna
Willrich
1880 - 1968
Elsa
Willrich
1881 - 1881
Meta
Bostelmann
1806 - 1880
533
Sophie
Altmann
1855 - 1922
Margarete
Willrich
1884 -
Unknown
Holger
Bang-Haas
- Unknown

Cont. p. 528 [2] Theodor G
Willrich
1873 - 1954
Descendants of Johann Friedrich Theodor Willrich
Adolf E.
Willrich
1841 - 1919
[1] Lulu
Willrich
1875 - 1966
534
Emma H.
Ludewig
1848 - 1916
Rudolf
Willrich
1875 - 1953
Hildegard
Kipke
- Unknown
Charlotte
Willrich
1878 - 1945

Descendants of Johann Friedrich Theodor Willrich
Friedrich J.
Willrich
1829 - 1894
Cont. p. 530 Theodora
Willrich
1876 - 1911
535
Franziska L.
Raddatz
1837 - 1911
Gertrude T.
Willrich
1877 - 1967
Ernst W.
Hansgen
1873 - 1935

Descendants of Johann Friedrich Theodor Willrich
Generation No. 1
1. Johann Friedrich Theodor 7 Willrich (Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann
Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 13 Dec 1802 in Uelzen, Germany, and died 21 Jun 1893 in
Borsfelde, Germany. He married Meta Bostelmann 21 Nov 1826 in Bode, Germany, daughter of Georg
Bostelmann and Dorethee Vopel. She was born 09 Sep 1806 in Luneberg, Germany, and died 12 Sep 1880 in
Borsfelde, Germany.
Children of Johann Willrich and Meta Bostelmann are:
+ 2 i. Georg Wilhelm Ludwig 8 Willrich, born 06 Feb 1828; died 11 Nov 1904.
+ 3 ii. Friedrich Johann Theodor Willrich, born 18 Aug 1829; died 18 Jan 1894.
4 iii. Johanne Helene Willrich, born 15 Mar 1831; died 28 Oct 1908. She married Friedrich Brandt 21 Nov
1860 in Uelzen, Germany; born 09 Feb 1827 in Oldenstadt, Germany; died 05 Jul 1899 in Hildesheim,
Germany.
+ 5 iv. August Georg Heinrich Willrich, born 01 Aug 1833; died 24 Oct 1884.
6 v. Emilie Anna Willrich, born 24 Sep 1835; died 11 Dec 1857 in Reislingen bei Borsfelde, Germany.
+ 7 vi. Wilhelm Georg Carl Willrich, born 05 Nov 1837; died 17 Jun 1919 in Uelzen, Germany.
8 vii. Alexis Willrich, born 16 Aug 1839; died 13 Jan 1841.
+ 9 viii. Adolf Ernst Anton Willrich, born 14 Jun 1841; died 18 Mar 1919 in Hannover, Germany.
10 ix. Charlotte Willrich, born 13 May 1843; died 27 Oct 1923. She married Wilhelm Weigel 27 Aug 1872;
died 1889.
+ 11 x. Ernst-August Willrich, born 18 Feb 1846; died 02 Jan 1903.
Generation No. 2
2. Georg Wilhelm Ludwig 8 Willrich (Johann Friedrich Theodor 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 06 Feb 1828, and died 11 Nov 1904. He
married Marie Andrae 12 Oct 1866. She died 1892.
Children of Georg Willrich and Marie Andrae are:
12 i. Franz 9 Willrich, born 1867; died 1887.
13 ii. Johannes Willrich, born 1870; died 1918.
14 iii. Max Willrich, born 1872; died 1910.
15 iv. Otto Willrich, born 1873; died 1874.
3. Friedrich Johann Theodor 8 Willrich (Johann Friedrich Theodor 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 18 Aug 1829, and died 18 Jan 1894. He
married Franziska Luise Sophie Raddatz 05 Dec 1862. She was born 01 Feb 1837, and died 07 Jul 1911 in
Gottingen, Germany.
Children of Friedrich Willrich and Franziska Raddatz are:
16 i. Karl 9 Willrich, born 29 Mar 1864; died 1864.
17 ii. Georg Karl Ferdinand Ludwig Willrich, born 07 Oct 1865; died 1954. He married Paula Kieff 06 Jul
1895; born 1872; died 1927.
+ 18 iii. Hugo Willrich, born 20 Aug 1867; died 20 Aug 1950 in Gottingen, Germany.
19 iv. Meta Willrich, born 21 Sep 1868; died Unknown in Gottingen, Germany.
20 v. Olga Willrich, born 02 Apr 1870; died 27 May 1897.
21 vi. Fritz Willrich, born 09 Sep 1871; died Nov 1949. He married Lydia Buchler 11 May 1910; died
Unknown.
22 vii. Erich Willrich, born 26 Apr 1875; died 12 Nov 1914.
23 viii. Theodora Willrich, born 21 Nov 1876; died 08 May 1911.
24 ix. Gertrude Therese Helene Bianca Adelh Willrich, born 17 Dec 1877; died 26 May 1967 in Gottingen,
Germany. She married Ernst Wilhelm Hermann Hansgen 27 Oct 1904; born 1873; died 1935.
536

5. August Georg Heinrich 8 Willrich (Johann Friedrich Theodor 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 01 Aug 1833, and died 24 Oct 1884. He
married (1) Emmy Wilhelmine Elisabeth Schnath. She was born 1844, and died 1936. He married (2)
Johanne Helene Auguste Charl Behrens 17 Oct 1865. She was born 1839, and died 1870.
Children of August Willrich and Emmy Schnath are:
25 i. Otto Theodor Friedrich 9 Willrich, born 1874; died Unknown. He married Martha Reichardt; died
Unknown.
26 ii. Lulu Willrich, born 1875; died 1966. She married Theodor G Willrich; born 1873; died 1954.
Children of August Willrich and Johanne Behrens are:
27 i. Helene 9 Willrich, born 1866; died Unknown. She married Albert Rohde; died Unknown.
28 ii. Elisabeth D Willrich, born 1868; died Unknown. She married Emil Ludwig August Otto Willrich; born
1847; died 1920.
29 iii. Johanne E Willrich, born 1870; died 1936. She married Johannes Heinrich Barnstorff; born 1854; died
1922.
7. Wilhelm Georg Carl 8 Willrich (Johann Friedrich Theodor 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 ,
Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 05 Nov 1837, and died 17 Jun 1919 in
Uelzen, Germany. He married Mathilde Henriette Wilhelmine Schulze 25 Oct 1864. She was born 1841, and
died 1932.
Children of Wilhelm Willrich and Mathilde Schulze are:
30 i. Hans 9 Willrich, born 1865; died 1953. He married Anna Elisabeth Eugenie Waldhausen; born 1870;
died 1937.
31 ii. Ernst Friedrich Johannes Willrich, born 1866; died 1912. He married Helene F Isensee; born 1875; died
1933.
32 iii. Margarethe Helene Marie Willrich, born 1871; died 1931. She married Johann Andreas Wittstock; born
1866; died 1931.
9. Adolf Ernst Anton 8 Willrich (Johann Friedrich Theodor 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 14 Jun 1841, and died 18 Mar 1919 in Hannover,
Germany. He married Emma Henriette Marie Ludewig 29 Aug 1871. She was born 1848, and died 1916.
Children of Adolf Willrich and Emma Ludewig are:
33 i. Infant 9 Willrich, born 1872; died 1872.
34 ii. Theodor G Willrich, born 1873; died 1954. He married Lulu Willrich; born 1875; died 1966.
35 iii. Rudolf Willrich, born 1875; died 1953. He married Hildegard Kipke; died Unknown.
36 iv. Charlotte Willrich, born 1878; died 1945.
11. Ernst-August 8 Willrich (Johann Friedrich Theodor 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann
Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 18 Feb 1846, and died 02 Jan 1903. He married
Sophie Altmann 06 May 1879. She was born 1855, and died 1922.
Children of Ernst-August Willrich and Sophie Altmann are:
37 i. Anna 9 Willrich, born 1880; died 1968.
38 ii. Elsa Willrich, born 1881; died 1881.
39 iii. Margarete Willrich, born 1884; died Unknown. She married Holger Bang-Haas; died Unknown.
Generation No. 3
18. Hugo 9 Willrich (Friedrich Johann Theodor 8 , Johann Friedrich Theodor 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann
August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 20 Aug 1867, and died 20 Aug
1950 in Gottingen, Germany. He married Laura Jacobj 13 Jun 1896 in Gottingen, Germany. She was born 11
Oct 1868, and died 1924.
Children of Hugo Willrich and Laura Jacobj are:
537

+ 40 i. Wolfgang 10 Willrich, born 31 Mar 1897 in Gottingen, Germany; died 31 Oct 1948 in Gottingen,
Germany.
41 ii. Ingeborg Willrich, born 19 Dec 1899 in Gottingen, Germany; died 08 Feb 1996 in Gottingen, Germany.
42 iii. Bertha Willrich, born 25 Mar 1901 in Gottingen, Germany; died 23 Dec 1942 in Gottingen, Germany.
Generation No. 4
40. Wolfgang 10 Willrich (Hugo 9 , Friedrich Johann Theodor 8 , Johann Friedrich Theodor 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born 31 Mar 1897 in
Gottingen, Germany, and died 31 Oct 1948 in Gottingen, Germany. He married Charlotte Helene Martha
Herber 29 Dec 1931. She was born 04 Mar 1900, and died 06 Jul 1995.
Children of Wolfgang Willrich and Charlotte Herber are:
+ 43 i. Walter 11 Willrich, born Private.
+ 44 ii. Gerda Willrich, born Private.
+ 45 iii. Thora Gisela Willrich, born Private.
Generation No. 5
43. Walter 11 Willrich (Wolfgang 10 , Hugo 9 , Friedrich Johann Theodor 8 , Johann Friedrich Theodor 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
He married Gisela Elisabeth Elfriede Martha Rodeman Private, daughter of Freidrich Rodemann and Emma
Bode. She was born Private.
Children of Walter Willrich and Gisela Rodeman are:
+ 46 i. Annegret 12 Willrich, born Private.
47 ii. Uta Willrich, born Private. She married Andreas Clauss Private; born Private.
44. Gerda 11 Willrich (Wolfgang 10 , Hugo 9 , Friedrich Johann Theodor 8 , Johann Friedrich Theodor 7 , Wilhelm
Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private. She
married Jens Plass Private. He was born Private.
Children of Gerda Willrich and Jens Plass are:
48 i. Ernst Barthold 12 Plass, born Private. He married Aurelia Reckziegel Private; born Private.
49 ii. Christel Plass, born Private.
45. Thora Gisela 11 Willrich (Wolfgang 10 , Hugo 9 , Friedrich Johann Theodor 8 , Johann Friedrich Theodor 7 ,
Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was born Private.
She married Ernst Wilhelm Bartelheimer Private. He was born Private.
Children of Thora Willrich and Ernst Bartelheimer are:
50 i. Elisabeth 12 Bartelheimer, born Private.
51 ii. Wolf Wilhelm Bartelheimer, born Private.
52 iii. Christian Bartelheimer, born Private.
53 iv. Gerlinde Bartelheimer, born Private.
Generation No. 6
46. Annegret 12 Willrich (Walter 11 , Wolfgang 10 , Hugo 9 , Friedrich Johann Theodor 8 , Johann Friedrich
Theodor 7 , Wilhelm Christian 6 , Johann August 5 , Johann Ernst 4 , Johann Christian 3 , Nicolaus 2 , Christianus 1 ) was
born Private. She married Dirk Jahns Private. He was born Private.
Children of Annegret Willrich and Dirk Jahns are:
54 i. Jennie 13 Jahns, born Private.
55 ii. Sandra Jahns, born Private.
538

A
A. -
C. (name: Claude Arthur Zackary): 162,
250
Abbott -
Lisa Emily: 411, 470
Robert Joseph: 411, 470
Robert Leland , Jr.: 411, 470
Robert Leland , Sr.: 470
Abe -
(name: William Abraham Crowley): 120,
255
Adams -
Dale L.: 315, 357
Adolph -
(name: Ardie Kirsch): 481, 500
Albrecht -
Arolee (aka: Tookie): 117, 212, 234, 235
Gussie Inez: 117, 212, 234, 256, 257, 270,
271
Gustav William: 100, 211, 212
William Max: 211
Alexander -
Brett Joseph: 428, 471
Kevin Jon: 428, 471
Timothy Jon: 428, 471
Allen -
(name: Gary Allen Housley): 112, 266
Carey Rhea: 158, 260
Chester Lee: 419, 463
Chester Lee , Jr.: 419, 463, 468, 473
Christopher Lee: 419, 468, 473, 474
Frances Louise: 230
Jenna: 419, 474
Mark Wayne: 491, 519
Myra Lynn: 419, 468
Paula: 419, 473, 474
Rita Anne: 419, 463, 469, 474
Altmann -
Sophie: 10, 533, 537
Amberg -
Elsie Marie: 307, 349-351
Irma Augusta: 487, 506, 507
Otto Leopold: 349, 506
Amenta -
Juliet: 420, 473
Index of Individuals
Amy -
Michael Lloyd: 322, 361
Andrae -
Marie: 9, 527, 536
Anne -
(name: Violet Anne Gilliam): 482, 513,
518, 519
Anni -
(name: Anna Elise Christa Fust): 61, 68
Annie -
(name: Anna Eliese Von Minden): 411,
444, 446, 447
(name: Anna Noelle Hankamer): 487, 520
Appel -
Marie: 333
Appelt -
Beatrice: 357
Arceneaux -
D. H.: 459
Jeanne: 459
Myrtle Agnes: 414, 459, 460
Archer -
Shirley Charlotte: 311, 361
Arlitt -
Kristine: 385, 405
William: 405
Ashcraft -
Elton Maurice II: 123, 259
Ashworth -
Carmen Sue: 136, 227
James Sherman: 227
Asiatico -
Lawrence Ervin: 266
Neil Lawrence: 112, 266
Steve Lawrence: 112, 266
Atkinson -
Amanda Elaine: 420, 468, 473
Ann Willrich: 420, 462, 468, 473
Charles Patrick: 434, 473
Edward S.: 462
Jason Russell: 434, 468, 473
Mary Elizabeth: 420, 462
Miller Robert: 434, 473
Neil Mack: 434, 468, 473
Robert Mount , Jr.: 420, 462, 468, 473
Robert Mount , Sr.: 420, 462
Sarah Leia: 434, 473
543

Susan Clare: 420, 462, 468, 473
Avent -
Frances Ava Roddy: 108, 253
Richard Gray: 253
Avery -
Robert David: 307, 363
Aycock -
Daniel Marshall: 105, 257
John Andrew: 105, 257
Marvin Cecil: 257
Wendell Marshall: 105, 257
Azodi -
Mitra: 119, 254
B
Baber -
Chase Allan: 421, 467
Terry Allen: 421, 466, 467
Bach -
April: 143, 266
Baer -
Arthur G.: 233
Dorothy Ann: 116, 233
Bailey -
Martha Grace (aka: Marty): 385, 404
Mary Catherine: 484, 510, 511
Travis Denon , Sr.: 404
Baker -
Mary Louise: 260
Van M.: 317, 365
Baldwin -
A Charles: 126, 238
Ball -
Edna Shirley: 251
Baltes -
Louis Michael , Jr.: 404
Susan Louise: 386, 404
Balzer -
August: 515
Augusta: 507
Bettie: 515
Betty Louise: 481, 515, 516
Ernest: 507
Gus A.: 481, 507, 509
John C.: 302, 349
Ralph Ernest: 302, 349
Bang-Haas -
Holger: 533, 537
Barber -
Ernest M.: 406
Jan Landon: 383, 406
Barnard -
Brandt Alan: 146, 256
David Lee: 146, 256
Jack: 256
Patrick James: 146, 256
Ryan Taylor: 146, 256
Barnes -
Elizabeth Anne: 129, 264
Barnstorff -
Johanne Dorthee: 67
Johannes Heinrich: 532, 537
Barry -
Willie Mae: 234
Bartelheimer -
Christian: 530, 538
Elisabeth: 530, 538
Ernst Wilhelm: 530, 538
Gerlinde: 530, 538
Wolf Wilhelm: 530, 538
Barton -
Emil: 306, 341, 342
Bartsch -
Jutta Ingrid: 116, 233
Battenfield -
Janis Cheryl: 369
Battestin -
Annie Augusta: 307, 361, 362
Ivanhoe C.: 361
Mary Annie: 361
Bauch -
Adolph Theodore Friedrich: 294
Amanda: 289, 296
Andrew Adolph: 287, 295-298
Arthur: 289, 296
Betty: 289, 296
Charles (Carl): 287, 294-299
Charlie Lawrence: 287, 295
Christopher Thomas: 287, 298
Clara Louise: 288, 295
Doris Jean: 288, 296
Eckard: 289, 296
Eckhard: 287, 294
Eckhard: 287, 294
Eilene: 287, 297
Frederich (aka: Fritz): 287, 294
Fredrich William: 287, 295
544

Fritz: 287, 294
Garland Thomas: 287, 297, 298
Gertrude Martha: 289, 296, 297
Hans: 287, 294, 295
James Robert: 290, 295, 296, 298
John: 289, 296
Julius Andrew: 287, 295
Kirsten Ann: 287, 298
Louis: 289, 296
Louise: 294
Margie Martha Margeret: 288, 295, 296,
298, 299
Mary Gail: 290, 296, 298
Rudolph: 287, 294-298
Rudolph E.: 287, 295, 296
Ruth Mary Ella: 288, 295-299
Stephen Thomas: 287, 298
Suzanne Marie: 290, 296
Walter Eugene Richard: 288, 295, 296
Werner Albert: 288, 295
Willie: 287, 295
Yvonne: 288, 296
Baxter -
Barbara Ann: 257
Bea -
(name: Beatrice Regina Otto): 99, 202,
221, 222, 245-247, 265, 266, 272
Beamer -
James Michael: 119, 232
Beck -
Frederick C.: 99, 202
Lennis Harold: 138, 253
Stewart Len: 138, 253
Beckham -
William Jefferson: 489, 514
Behrens -
Johanne Helene Auguste Charl: 9, 527,
537
Beinke -
Allen Penn , Sr.: 298
Carol Jeanne: 292, 298
Bell -
Martha Kathleen (aka: Kathy): 140, 247
Steven D.: 102, 263
William M.: 247
Benoit -
Joann Mildred: 301, 357
Benson -
Marjorie Elisabeth: 298
Bernthal -
John Bradley: 101, 259
John Erwin: 101, 259
Kirsten Beth: 101, 259
Bertie -
(name: Roberta Marie Knigge): 307, 363
Besch -
Paula Kaye: 268
Beth -
(name: Elizabeth Carlon Willrich): 421,
461, 466, 467
Jo (name: Josephine Elizabeth Cowhig):
412, 467
Betty -
(name: Elizabeth Jean Kahanek): 305,
357
Beuster -
Katharina: 502
Bierwirth -
Bealinda Louise: 113, 246, 265
Brent Alan: 99, 265
Kimberly Michelle: 99, 265
Randall Lynn: 113, 246
William: 245
William Louis: 99, 245, 265
William , Jr. (aka: Bill): 99, 245
Biggs -
Bevie Mae: 124, 216
Elizabeth Anne (aka: Debbie): 107, 262
Robert Tucker: 262
Bill -
(name: William Louis Kring): 99, 221,
222
(name: William Wayne Conklin): 122,
240, 241
(name: William Andrew Huebner): 101,
236, 258
(name: William Bierwirth, Jr.): 99, 245
(name: Louis William Richers III): 111,
223, 247, 266
(name: William Thomas Simpson): 158,
238, 260
Billy -
(name: William Fritz Cornelson): 485,
510, 516, 517, 519
(name: Wilburn Lee Loessin): 413, 457,
464
Bird -
Robert Eugene: 179, 225
545

Black -
John S.: 425, 463
Blackwell -
Betty Joan: 247
Blair -
Monty: 311, 367
Richard J.: 107, 243
Bland -
Tonnie Ruth: 421, 467
Blomquist -
Jeffrey Wade: 472
Rosemary Lynn (aka: Rose): 421, 472
Bob -
(name: James Robert McMillan): 345
(name: Robert Charles Vogt): 309, 336,
351, 352, 363, 368
(name: Robert Jay Wilkinson): 123, 237,
238
(name: Robert Allen Richers): 140, 223,
247
Bobby -
(name: Robert Jay Wilkinson, Jr.): 123,
238, 259
Bode -
Emma Charlotte: 538
Bogue -
Corey James: 99, 272
Joseph Wayne: 272
Nicholas Alexander: 99, 272
Richard Alexander: 99, 272
Bohland -
Juliana: 295
Boillin -
Elizabeth Henryetta: 93
Bolden -
Karen S.: 154, 261
Bond -
Daniel Laurance: 145, 256
David Laurance: 145, 256
Justin Glenn: 145, 256
Kristen Lee: 145, 256
Laurance James: 256
Mason David: 145, 256
Bonelli -
Judith Louise: 176, 226
Booth -
Ruby May: 249
Bopel -
Wilhelmine Dorothea: 8, 19
Borchers -
Albert August: 62, 67
Carl Rudolf: 61, 67
Elisabeth Bertha: 61, 67
Elvine Marie: 62, 67
Johanne Henriette: 61, 67
Louise Regine: 62, 67
Theodor Ludwig: 67
Wilhelm Ludwig: 61, 67
Wilhelm Theodore: 61, 67
Borshay -
Bonnie Jo: 312, 367
Borth -
Berthold Christian: 297
Leroy Berthold: 291, 297
Pamela Roxanne: 291, 297
Boss -
(name: Carl Heinrich Schaefer): 449
Bostelmann -
Georg Hartwig: 8, 9, 19, 536
Gertrud Elisabeth: 7-9, 15, 19, 21, 23
Meta: 7, 9, 527, 536
Bowman -
Agnes Hart: 9, 16, 27, 83, 88
John: 88
Boyle -
Brennon Dale: 487, 520
John Ray: 487, 520
John Shepherd , Jr.: 520
Boyls -
Beverly Gaye: 482, 518, 519
Nunn Robert: 518
Richard Lee: 482, 518
Robert Dawson: 482, 518
Robert Gilliam: 482, 518
Brackett -
Adelbert (Audie) Atkinson: 435, 473
Bryant Carroll: 420, 473
Edward Boone: 468
Eric Winston: 420, 468, 473
Marjorie Ann: 420, 473
Paul: 420, 473
Robert Cannon: 420, 468
Robert Cannon II: 435, 473
Steven Bismarck: 420, 468, 473
Brandt -
Friedrich: 9, 527, 536
Ruth LaVern: 116, 234
Walter Rudolph: 234
546

Bridges -
Everett Lamar: 289, 297
Ideel Christine: 289, 297
Broderick -
Peter R.: 385, 404
Brooks -
D. G.: 227
Ruth Evelyn: 108, 227
Broome -
Faye Ola: 413, 464
John Bartow: 464
Brown -
Chelsea Averil: 311, 367
Christopher Barnett: 311, 367
David Jack: 311, 367
Ivy Loyce: 260
Joseph Lewis: 405
Laura Ellen: 119, 254
Leander Walter: 97, 212
Lenae Marie: 119, 254
Monnie Madeleine: 385, 405
Phyllis Lee: 248
Rebecca Anne: 311, 368
Robby Lynn: 119, 254
Roy Peterkin: 254
Samuel Magee: 104, 235
Sarah Margaret: 119, 254
Willadean: 97, 212, 235, 257, 271
William Charles: 254
William George: 119, 254
Woodlief Fulmore: 104, 212, 235
Bruce -
Audrey Lynn: 323, 370
Terrence Jeffery: 323, 370
Brueggen -
Edward John: 161, 204
Bruns -
Evelyn: 304, 345
Bubba -
(name: Leslie Walter Hudgins): 411, 464
Uncle (name: Gilbert Emil Otto): 110, 203
Buchler -
Lydia: 530, 536
Buck -
(name: William Groos Clark): 382, 399,
403
Buckles -
Sarah Jean: 312, 367
Bud -
(name: Bernard Francis Donohoe): 421,
466, 467
Buddy -
(name: Francis Lee O'Brien, Jr.): 113,
265
Buford -
Miss: 249
Bumann -
Henriette Charlotte: 8, 14
Bunge -
Unnamed: 63, 70
Georg-Ulrich: 63, 70
Burchfield -
Jeffrey L.: 131, 263
Burghart -
Amber Renae: 126, 271
Burnhausen -
Dora Mae: 288, 296
Burns -
Gloria Jeanne: 412, 467
Ivan Louis: 467
Bush -
(name: Raymond Leslie Vogt): 306, 340,
341
Bussa -
Martha Helen: 405
Bussey -
Lillian C.: 516
Sadie Bernelle: 267
Byerly -
Martin Lynn , Jr.: 487, 518
Byrd -
Doylene: 368
Byron -
C W: 97, 257
Cedric William: 106, 257
Graham K: 106, 257, 271
John David: 106, 257
Kelli Diane: 106, 257
Marilain: 97, 257, 271
Zantha: 106, 271
C
Cagle -
Charles Mack: 420, 473
John Wayne , Jr.: 420, 473
John Wayne , Sr.: 473
Robert Atkinson: 420, 473
Calkins -
547

Bryce Lee: 117, 270
Jared Thaddeus: 117, 270
Callaway -
Appaloma: 402
Calloway -
Grace Estelle: 248
Camp -
Jenalyn Morgan: 146, 256
Jennings Carroll: 146, 256
Malcolm Morgan: 256
Marcus David: 146, 256
Campbell -
Elisa Katherine: 430, 469
Hugh Thurston: 469
Raymond Hugh: 430, 469
Wayne E.: 103, 244
Cantella -
Elnora: 306, 365
Cantu -
Mary Louise: 368
Carl -
(name: George Carl Koehler): 482, 496,
503, 504, 512, 518, 519
Carlon -
Elizabeth Frew: 412, 460, 461
Carlton -
Lillian: 481, 498
Carmichael -
Mary: 88
Carpenter -
Cindy: 422, 468
Clifford James: 468
Carr -
Ashley Anne: 177, 252
Christopher Ryan: 161, 251, 269
Hunter Sidney: 161, 252
Kelsey Breanne: 161, 269
Laura Watkins: 161, 252
Lee Kirk: 161, 225, 226
Lee Kirk II: 161, 226, 251, 269
Michael Ray: 161, 226, 251, 252
Philip Louis: 177, 252
Sidney Lee: 225
Sidney Louis: 177, 226, 252
Carson -
Harry T.: 412, 465
Carter -
Betty Laverne: 103, 220
Byron Tellas , Jr.: 103, 220, 244, 263
Byron Tellas , Sr. (aka: Whit): 103, 220
Eleanor Louise: 103, 244
Julian Ricard: 103, 244
Linda Sue: 131, 244, 263
Richard E.: 103, 220
Shiryl Lyn: 131, 244, 263
Cavazos -
Estella: 248
Cernosek -
Carolyn Claire: 141, 223, 248, 267
Colette Louise: 169, 223, 248
J. F.: 223
Jennifer Cristina: 141, 248
Juliana: 141, 223, 248, 267
Stanley Frank III: 141, 248
Stanley Frank , Jr.: 141, 223, 248
Stanley Frank , Sr.: 111, 223
Therese Marie: 111, 223, 247, 266, 267
Chalfant -
Ivy Elizabeth: 156, 260
Jennifer Faye: 122, 260, 272
Ralph Boyd: 122, 260
Ralph Burton , Jr.: 260
Chanek -
Beverly Anne: 270
Cherry -
Martha Ann: 426, 469
Richard William: 469
Tommy: 361
Chessher -
Cheryl L.: 481, 519
Chilton -
May: 396
Chris -
(name: William Christopher Wilkinson):
123, 259
Chromcak -
Bradley John: 481, 516
Chase Andrew: 486, 519
Emil Joe: 516
Emil Joe , Jr.: 481, 516
Kaylie Jeanne: 486, 519
Thomas Craig: 481, 516, 519
Thomas Jordan: 486, 519
Chuck -
(name: Charles Albert Clark, Jr.): 382,
398, 399
Cindy -
(name: Cynthia Kay Harvey): 130, 245,
548

264, 265
Clark -
Charles Albert , Jr. (aka: Chuck): 382,
398, 399
Charles Albert , Sr.: 398
Charles Watlington: 382, 399
John Swaney: 382, 399
William Groos (aka: Buck): 382, 399, 403
William Olds: 382, 403
Clarke -
George Arthur III: 482, 517
George Arthur , Jr.: 517
Joseph Robert: 482, 517
Margaret Katherine: 482, 517
Clarkson -
Dora: 381, 394
Florence: 382, 393
W. B.: 393, 394
Clauss -
Andreas: 530, 538
Claycomb -
Cleo Marie: 413, 455
Clayton -
Anthora: 89
Clem -
Lillian Anita: 382, 399, 400
Cleveland -
Cheryl Lynn: 414, 465
Coffer -
Bruce Coy: 112, 247
Kalynn: 112, 247
Walter Louis: 112, 247
Walter William: 247
Coil -
Robert Earl: 474
Wendy Louise: 432, 474
Cole -
James Gary: 485, 519
Lillian Mae: 485, 519
Mittie Bernice: 468
Coleman -
George Read: 386, 404
James Henry: 395
Margaret: 381, 395, 396
Ronald Scott: 126, 271
Shirley Ann: 251
Stella Mae: 245
Trenton Scott: 126, 271
William Ballin III: 386, 404
William Ballin IV: 386, 404
William Ballin , Jr.: 404
Collin -
Tamara (aka: Tami): 100, 270
Conklin -
David William: 240
Mark Huebner: 122, 241
Raleigh Taylor: 122, 241
William Wayne (aka: Bill): 122, 240, 241
Connor -
Edward Cowen , Sr.: 400
Sarah Jane: 385, 400, 401
Conring -
Kathryn Elizabeth: 262
Conroy -
Cassidy Eryn: 139, 269
Cody James: 139, 269
James Patrick: 269
James Patrick , Jr.: 139, 269
Cook -
Jennifer S.: 161, 269
Cooper -
Anna Marilynn: 272
Elizabeth Bryce: 87, 94
Gary Wayne: 83, 93
Jacob Benjamin: 87, 93, 94
Jacob Dane (aka: Jake): 87, 94
Lauren Camille: 87, 93
Coppock -
Michael Andrew (aka: Mike): 107, 243,
262
Nicholas Huebner: 133, 262
Robert Jeffrey (aka: Jeff): 133, 243, 262
Robert Melvyn: 107, 243
Susanna: 133, 243
Taylor Michael: 107, 262
Travis John: 107, 262
Cordes -
Kenneth Lee II: 416, 471
Corley -
Donald Murray , Sr.: 470
Garrett Evan: 416, 470
Steven Michael: 416, 470
Cornelson -
Barbara Jean: 481, 510, 516, 519
Douglas Wayne: 481, 516
Janet Ruth: 485, 517, 519
Kathryn Sue: 481, 516
Larry: 481, 507-510
549

Larry , Jr.: 481, 510, 515, 516
Minna: 507
Nancy Jane: 485, 517
William: 507
William F. II: 485, 519
William Fritz (aka: Billy): 485, 510, 516,
517, 519
William Robert: 485, 517, 519
Counts -
Juazetta Virginia: 469
Cowhig -
Denis Martin: 422, 462, 468
James David: 412, 461, 462
James David III: 424, 467
James David , Jr.: 412, 462, 467
John Russell: 412, 467
Josephine Elizabeth (aka: Jo Beth): 412,
467
Kathleen Carpenter: 422, 468
Margaret Ann (aka: Peggy): 422, 462, 468
Norine Ellen (aka: Nonie): 422, 462, 467,
468
Patrick Carpenter: 422, 468
Cox -
April Jane: 385, 402
Brittany Jade: 155, 261
Heather Elaine: 155, 261
Ronald Patrick: 155, 261
Tyler Marie: 155, 261
Crain -
Katherine Laura: 306, 369
Crawford -
Robbie Jane: 412, 466
Robert Bruce , Sr.: 466
Crippen -
Jo Ann: 265
Crowley -
Leah Claire: 120, 255, 270
William Abraham (aka: Abe): 120, 255
William James: 120, 255
Cruz -
Juan Pablo: 423, 466
Cummings -
Charlene Sue: 164, 250, 251
Charlie Mabry: 250
Cunningham -
Loretta Joyce: 520
Czartoryski -
Andrea Lee: 120, 255
D
Dabelgott -
Marguerite Irene: 250
Daffan -
Charles H.: 381, 395
Dale -
Caroline Cecile: 173, 249
Genevieve Mae: 173, 249
Harry Lee: 142, 249
Harry Louis: 173, 249
Jacob Creth: 142, 249
Mr.: 249
Dalehite -
Anne Willrich: 83, 93
Henry Gibbs: 93
Henry Gibbs III: 83, 93
Henry Gibbs , Jr.: 83, 93
Raymond Charles: 86, 93
Virginia Ellen: 86, 93
Dalitz -
Morris Barnett (aka: Moe): 311, 360, 361
Suzanne: 311, 361, 367
Danner -
Edna Lucille: 250
Daspit -
Judy Ann: 369
Dave -
(name: David Brandon Willrich): 421,
466, 472
Davis -
Benjamin Carl: 260
Bette Diane: 487, 513
Charlotte Tara: 487, 518, 520
Diedre Denise: 122, 260
Hettie: 91
Jean Kathryn: 261
Oscar: 513
Robin Diane: 487, 518-520
Roy Dale: 487, 513
Roy Dale , Jr.: 487, 513, 518-520
Dawson -
Aaron Travis: 404
Juel Lee: 103, 264
Melinda June: 386, 404
Day -
Dorothy: 314, 360
Daza y Skidanenko -
Federico Guillermo (aka: Fred Daza): 489,
550

493, 519
Federico Guillermo II: 489, 493, 519
Daza -
Fred (name: Federico Guillermo Daza y
Skidanenko): 489, 493, 519
Dczkowski -
Anna Marie: 69
de la Cerda -
Alejandro: 484, 517
Juan: 484, 517
Juan Christian: 484, 517
Roberto Luis: 484, 517
De Lassaulx -
Liane Anna Maria: 9, 15, 23, 25-27, 71-
73, 75
Philipp Otto: 72
De Lopes -
Elvira: 64, 69
Elvira: 61, 68
Debbie -
(name: Deborah Gail Smith): 307, 370
(name: Debra Marie Tabor): 166, 268
(name: Elizabeth Anne Biggs): 107, 262
Deerman -
Petus Daniel: 175, 268
Deison -
Betty Lou: 305, 359, 360
Raymond Arthur: 359
Delgadillo -
Federico: 465
Juanita Alicia: 414, 465
Maria: 465
Dellis -
Evelyn Beatrice: 520
Demny -
Donald Michael: 472
Tamara Denise: 417, 472
Dencker -
Gertrude: 287, 293-299
Julia: 287, 293, 294
Louise Julie: 287, 293
Minna (Minnie): 287, 293, 294
Robert Friedrich: 9, 18, 28, 287, 293
Denker -
Auguste Friederike: 183
Dick -
(name: Richard Plumb Mullins): 464
Dickey -
Jimmie Jane: 466
Diebler -
Gerold Herman: 63, 68
Hildegund: 63, 68
Liebefre: 63, 68, 70
Ulrich: 63, 68
Dillard -
Jo Ann: 470
Dillehay -
Emily Susan: 254
Dingler -
Gail: 106, 271
Dittmore -
Eunice Faye: 254
Doerle -
Alma: 97, 200
Dominguez -
Laura A.: 485, 519
Don -
(name: Carlton Foxwell Studlar): 306,
365
Donohoe -
Bernard Francis (aka: Bud): 421, 466, 467
Daniel: 466
Laura: 466
Doodie -
(name: Agnes Louise Koehler): 489, 507,
514, 515, 519
Doty -
Maxine Marion: 470
Doug -
(name: Douglas Taylor Huebner): 125,
236, 258
Drab -
Mary Pauline: 222
Drago -
Benjamin Francis: 102, 263
Diana Lea: 102, 244, 263
Edward Kehrer: 102, 220, 244, 263
Katherine Louise: 102, 244, 263
Mary Katherine: 102, 263
Robert Lee: 102, 219, 220
Robert Lee III: 102, 244, 262
Robert Lee , Jr.: 102, 220, 243, 244, 262,
263
Drake -
Wendy Lea: 84, 94
Drew -
(name: Jared Andrew Housley): 112, 266
Dubnansky -
551

Richard Frank , Jr.: 384, 405
Duncan -
Francy Jean: 255
Dunlop -
Julia McIntyre: 494, 515
Dunn -
Anna Grace: 135, 262
Bethany Jo: 135, 262
Harold Keith: 107, 261, 262
John Kenneth: 135, 262
Kaitlyn Pauline: 107, 262
Kenneth Andrew: 261
Durant -
Hazel Louise: 254
Durham -
Raymond Edward: 322, 361
Dutch -
(name: Hugo Joseph Stanzel): 309, 336,
337
Dyche -
Kay: 367
E
Eggins -
Ronine A.: 117, 257
Ehlert -
Glenda Sue: 154, 261
William Emil , Jr.: 261
Eichelmann -
August Wilhelm: 69
Elli Emma Anna: 63, 69
Eignus -
Frances Virginia: 383, 396
Elick -
James Jerome: 413, 469
James Jerome II: 413, 469
Jerome John: 469
Samuel Jonathan: 413, 469
Ellis -
Lela Ethel: 225
Emanuel -
Jenlizbeth: 244
Emblem -
Caleb Ethan: 316, 370
Erik Steven , Jr.: 316, 369, 370
Erik Steven , Sr.: 369
Kelsey Elizabeth: 316, 370
Seth Erik: 316, 370
Summer Elyse: 316, 370
Emmie -
(name: Emma Olle): 309, 351, 352
Enright -
Mary Lou: 260
Entzminger -
Joseph (aka: Joe): 251, 258
Patricia Murray: 101, 161, 251, 258
Estrada -
Efrain: 150, 271
Jordan Cole: 150, 271
Justin Bradley: 150, 271
Etheridge -
Diane Evelyn: 412, 465
Doyce Lynn: 412, 465
Johnnie Wesley: 465
Eubanks -
Allegra Nicole: 117, 257, 270
Anna Gabrielle: 117, 271
Edward Travis: 117, 257
Sean Raphael: 117, 257, 270, 271
Evans -
Avey Genette: 251
Eva Ruth Johnson: 253
Evers -
Jamie: 102, 262
Ewton -
A. H.: 261
Theresa Ann: 155, 261
F
Faraci -
Miss: 249
Farrington -
Helen: 464
Fasbender -
Margarethe: 72
Fechtner -
Johnnie Dee: 464
Fehling -
Miss: 248
Feistenberger -
Felicia: 68
Ferguson -
Mr.: 308, 351
Finlen -
Kathleen Ann: 126, 259
Fisher -
Darcy Ann: 291, 298
David: 298
552

Flint -
Ebbie Elaine: 108, 227
Guy Clifford: 227
Flores -
Carlos Rodriques: 466
Christine Maria: 421, 466
Fojtik -
Catharine Diana: 163, 250
Foote -
Mollie Laflin: 98, 218, 219
Stephen: 218
Foster -
Frances Elizabeth: 102, 243
Fox -
Baylie Ann: 492, 520
Steven Benjamin: 492, 520
Steven Vernon: 520
Frank -
(name: Francis Henry Richers): 139, 204,
224, 249, 250, 268, 269
(name: Francis Brandon Willrich): 421,
461, 466, 472
Frazier -
Holli Renee: 153, 260
Hollis Carter: 153, 240, 260
Karyle Louise: 122, 240, 260, 272
Laura Jean: 122, 260
Marcus Dwayne: 157, 260
Marcus Emmanuel: 122, 240, 260
Melinda Rae Ann: 153, 260
W. W.: 239
Wilford Emanuel (aka: Tank): 122, 239,
240
Fred -
(name: Friedrich Carl Groos, Jr.): 385,
393, 400, 401, 404
French -
Bonnie Larue: 162, 224
Friend -
Alex John: 180, 253
Emily Claire: 176, 253
John: 176, 253
Olivia Louise: 180, 253
Frierson -
Ambrose M.: 308, 351
Marjorie: 308, 351
Monty Lon: 308, 351
Fritz -
(name: Frederich Bauch): 287, 294
(name: Frederich William Hunger): 108,
206, 207
(name: Frederick William Koehler): 487,
496, 506, 507, 514, 518-520
(name: George William Knigge): 302,
334, 349-351, 360-362, 367, 368,
370
Fruge -
Trixie Lee: 467
Fulghum -
Larry: 321, 368
Leslie Kathryn: 321, 368
Fust -
Anna Elise Christa (aka: Anni): 61, 68
Rudolf Johann Ferdinand Peter: 68
Fuzz -
(name: William Guy Harmon Michalke):
309, 353, 363, 364, 368, 369
G
Gale -
Miss: 249
Gallaway -
Bob Mitchell: 254
Suzanne: 119, 254
Gallun -
Chad Steven: 420, 473
Grant Steven: 420, 473
Steven Eugene: 473
Garden -
Eleanore: 469
Gaudet -
Andrew August: 142, 223, 248, 249
Antoinette Louise: 111, 223, 248
Brian Christopher: 142, 249
Christopher Julian: 172, 249
David Louis: 170, 223, 249
Debora Anne: 142, 223, 249
Edward Wright , Jr.: 142, 223, 249
Edward Wright , Sr.: 111, 223
Elizabeth Marie: 170, 249
Garrett Wright: 142, 249
Genevieve: 175, 268
Kevin Wayne: 172, 249
Lisa Christine: 142, 249
Michael Anthony: 170, 249
Phillip Francis: 142, 223, 249, 267, 268
Tamera Ruth: 142, 249, 267
553

Teresa Anita: 142, 249, 268
Todd Phillip: 171, 249
Gavender -
Margie: 415, 464, 465
Marie: 464
Walter Alex: 464
Gay -
Charles Richard: 473
Shannon Ann: 434, 473
Gebhardt -
Julius Anton Emil: 482, 502, 503
Katharine Louise: 482, 503, 511, 512, 517
Theodor Ferdinand: 502
Theodore Emil III (aka: Teddy): 482, 518
Theodore Emil , Jr.: 482, 512, 518
Theodore Emil , Sr.: 482, 503, 512, 518
Geisler -
Eva Edith: 247
Gene -
(name: Frank Eugene Sterling): 139, 250
Georgie -
(name: Georgia Marie Kral): 309, 363
Gideon -
Charlene: 384, 402
George Simpson: 402
George Stanley: 384, 402
George Stanley III (aka: Trey): 384, 405,
406
George Stanley , Jr. (aka: Joe): 384, 402,
405, 406
Greta Smith: 384, 406
Gretchen Suzanne: 384, 405
James Leslie: 384, 402, 405, 406
Matthew Guenther: 384, 406
Michelle Elise (aka: Missi): 384, 405
William Guenther: 384, 402
Giesecke -
Cynthia Deane: 381, 396, 402, 403
Emmie Carlotta: 383, 392, 396, 397, 403,
406
Frederick: 383, 396
Gustav: 381, 391, 392
Margaret Coleman (aka: Peggy): 381, 396,
402
Martin Karl: 381, 392, 395, 396, 402
S P: 383, 396
Walter Guenther: 383, 392, 396
Gilliam -
Richard Henry: 512
Roy: 482, 512, 513
Violet Anne (aka: Anne): 482, 513, 518,
519
Gilmore -
Rubye Wathen: 366
Ginger -
(name: Virginia Kay Russell): 130, 221,
245, 264, 265
Givens -
Laura Nicole: 487, 520
Gleason -
Charles R.: 290, 296
Glenn -
Mary Belle: 216, 217
May Etta: 208
Goetelen -
Jacqueline: 61, 69
Gohlke -
Amanda Christine: 291, 298
Andrew Ryan: 291, 299
Austin Michael: 291, 299
Brian Gerhard: 288, 296
Christopher Michael: 291, 298, 299
Lloyd Leslie: 288, 296
Margaret Anne: 291, 296, 297
Martha Amelia: 291, 296, 297
Michael Charles: 291, 296, 298, 299
Gold -
Delores Ruth: 416, 470
George Edward: 470
Golden -
Debra Anne: 144, 267
Joel Matterson: 267
Golmer -
Katie: 237
Gonzales -
Aurora Castanela: 163, 224
Travis: 431, 469
William D.: 431, 469
Goodin -
Jane A: 413, 455
Gorman -
Edward Joseph: 254
Victoria Cecile: 100, 254, 255
Gossett -
Helen Lenora: 237
Graham -
Annie Lois: 366
Carol Elaine: 97, 235, 257, 271
554

Gladys: 302, 349-351
J. D.: 97, 235
Joan Diane: 105, 235, 257
Marilyn Louise: 105, 235, 257
Mary Jane: 105, 235, 257, 258
Grasshoff -
Barbara Ellen: 149, 235
David Lawrence: 149, 235
Eric Paul: 149, 235, 257
Jennifer L.: 149, 257
Lynn Howard: 117, 212, 235, 257
Michael Lynn: 117, 235
Paul J.: 149, 257
Greebon -
Nellie: 363
Green -
Marvin Douglas , Jr.: 163, 224
Marvin Douglas , Sr.: 139, 224
Paige Colleen: 163, 250
Peter Alan: 163, 224, 250
Sybella Marilyn: 139, 224, 250, 269
Greene -
Jan Winnan: 99, 265
Ralph Harrison: 265
Greenshield -
Charlotte (aka: Lottie Lou): 312, 348, 360,
367
Courtney Caye: 313, 366
Cyrus Earl: 305, 347, 348
Cyrus Earl , Jr.: 305, 348, 358, 359, 366
Eugene Everett: 305, 348, 359, 360, 366,
367
Gary Earl: 305, 359, 366
Grace Holland: 305, 366
Jacki Sue: 305, 360, 366
James Michael: 313, 359, 366
Janis Gail: 313, 359, 366
Jay Everett: 314, 360, 367
Jessica: 314, 367
Jessika Leanne: 314, 367
Jodie Linda: 314, 367
Katrina: 314, 367
Kevin Michael: 313, 366
Larry Gene: 314, 360
Loren Barry: 314, 360, 367
William Earl (aka: Willie): 305, 366
William Hugh: 347
Greenwood -
Adelheid: 511
Alex H.: 511
Nathan Henderson: 482, 511
Gregg -
Maichaele: 406
Gregory -
Lloyd Jefferson , Sr.: 241
Myrtle Marie: 107, 241, 242
Gretchen -
(name: Margarethe Laura Nollkamper):
305, 332, 345, 346, 357, 366
Griffin -
Bessie Lea: 269
Grimes -
Beverly Ann: 111, 247
David Michael: 305, 366
Evan Christopher: 305, 367
Rachel Lauren: 305, 367
Roger Dale: 305, 366
Sam Ellis: 247
Sarah Elizabeth: 305, 366
Grissom -
Viva Golden: 103, 220
Groos -
Anna Franciska: 381, 390-392, 395, 396,
402, 403, 406
Anna Penniman: 385, 405
Charlotte (aka: Lottie): 382, 390, 392,
393, 398, 403
Clarkson: 382, 393, 399, 400, 403, 404
Cynthia Anna: 386, 400, 404
Edward Lanham: 385, 402
Elise Frederike: 381, 390, 391, 393, 395,
402, 405, 406
Fredrich Carl III: 385, 402, 404
Friedrich Carl: 382, 390, 393, 399, 400,
402-405
Friedrich Carl , Jr. (aka: Fred): 385, 393,
400, 401, 404
Gretchen Radley: 385, 404
Gustav: 9, 15, 32-34, 381, 389, 390
Gustav Adolph: 381, 390
Gustav Julius: 382, 390
Gustav Julius III: 385, 402, 405
Gustav Julius IV: 385, 405
Gustav Julius , Jr. (aka: Gus): 385, 393,
402, 405
John Clarkson: 386, 400, 403, 404
Julia Talbot: 385, 405
Karl Wilhelm Apollo: 389
555

Lieschen Lanham: 385, 405
Melinda Tess: 386, 404
Otto: 381, 390
Sarah Brown: 385, 405
Wilhelmina (aka: Minnie): 382, 390, 392,
397
William Penniman: 385, 402, 405
William Penniman II: 385, 405
Guenther -
Arthur William: 381, 390, 391
Arthur William (aka: Skeet): 384, 395
Arthur William , Jr.: 381, 391
Dorothy Elise: 381, 394, 395
Ernst Otto: 381, 391, 395, 402, 405, 406
Hilmar Gustav: 381, 391, 393, 394
Margaret Elise (aka: Muffet): 384, 395,
402, 405, 406
Gus -
(name: Augustus Richers): 108, 185, 186
(name: Gustav Julius Groos, Jr.): 385,
393, 402, 405
Gussie -
(name: Augusta Louise Huebner): 115,
192
(name: Gustav Carl Schaefer): 411, 450
Gutierrez -
Isauro: 248
Rose Mary: 141, 248
H
Haby -
Joe Tom: 418, 470
Hacker -
Minta Lou: 366
Haggard -
Romayne Ray: 383, 396
Hale -
Rebecca Gay: 125, 258
Thomas Philip , Jr.: 258
Hall -
Dorothy Louise: 114, 246
Frances Ann: 383, 403
Francis Malcolm: 246
Jenny Lynn Herbold: 99, 266, 272
Katherine Rosamond: 469
Mackenzie Eryn: 119, 270
Patricia Ann: 114, 246
Ryan Patrick: 119, 270
Terry Cole , Jr.: 99, 246, 265, 272
Terry Cole , Sr.: 99, 246
Todd Huebner (name: George Todd
Huebner): 119, 254, 270
Vicki Lynn: 114, 246, 266
Hallam -
Hugh Bradley: 117, 234
Ham -
A. B.: 517
Margaret Fay: 483, 517
Hander -
Fred: 237
Irma Emma: 101, 237
Hankamer -
Anna Noelle (aka: Annie): 487, 520
Catherine Janice: 490, 514, 518
Clarence Jackson: 487, 513
Courtney Lea: 487, 518
Derek: 487, 518, 520
James Michael: 487, 514, 518, 520
John Stephen: 490, 514
Hans -
Justina: 203
Hansgen -
Ernst Wilhelm Hermann: 535, 536
Hardwick -
Patrick Cox: 112, 247
Harland -
Unnamed: 288, 295
Harmon -
Julia Carrie: 107, 261
Miranda Marie: 107, 261
Richard Lee (aka: Rick): 107, 261
William G.: 309, 352
Harpster -
Mabel Odom: 414, 459
Harris -
Judith Ann: 101, 258
Harrison -
Alicia: 436, 467
Bailey Lynn: 114, 266
Hartung -
Catharine: 2
Elisabeth: 2
Thomas: 2
Harvey -
Clifford Doyle: 130, 245
Cynthia Kay (aka: Cindy): 130, 245, 264,
265
556

Elijah: 245
LoriAnne (aka: Lori): 130, 245, 265
Haskins -
Edward P.: 412, 465
Haslett -
Thomas K.: 306, 356
Hassler -
Evelyn: 364
Hatchell -
Barbara Elaine: 468
Hatridge -
George R.: 481, 516
Hauck -
Bernice Irene: 124, 216, 238, 239, 260
Herman Huebner: 124, 216
Herman Julius: 101, 215, 216
Lillian Mae: 101, 216, 238, 259, 260, 271
Haverlah -
Alfred Charles: 138, 227, 253
Amanda Rae: 138, 253
Anna Ruth: 138, 227, 253
Bennie Louis , Jr.: 108, 227
Bennie Louis , Sr.: 108, 227
Erwin: 227
Jonathan Wayne: 138, 227
Lilly Elise: 138, 227, 253
Hayden -
Myrtle: 241
Hazzard -
Steven Leroy: 179, 225
Heath -
Gay: 244
Hebert -
Thelma Hettie: 83, 91
Heger -
Helen H.: 414, 458
Heinecke -
Gertrud (aka: Trudl): 61, 69
Heinsohn -
Nancy: 211
Helmcamp -
Clara: 499
Louisa: 449
Helton -
Brianna Helen: 317, 370
Courtney Christine: 317, 370
Mark Steven: 317, 370
Henderson -
Carol: 382, 399
Willie Jo: 467
Henke -
Andreas: 295
Christina: 287, 295
Henley -
Rose Adele: 227
Hensley -
Dorothy Jean: 517
Herber -
Charlotte Helene Martha: 530, 538
Herbold -
Sharon K. Schraub: 99, 265
Herm -
Mabel Lee: 484, 510
Hermann -
Guido August W.: 306, 340
Herron -
Francis: 519
Hicks -
Franklin Elijah: 405
Helen Westbrook: 385, 405
Steven A.: 304, 357
Hierl -
Leonard Cedric Willrich: 63, 70
Stephan Antonio: 63, 70
Higgins -
Alfred Summy: 248
Bradley Aaron: 141, 248
Brian Anthony: 141, 267
Coby Patrick: 141, 248, 267
Jeffrey Daniel: 141, 248
Kenneth Dale (aka: Ken): 141, 248
Zoey Justina: 141, 267
Hill -
Betsy Russell: 383, 406
Bruce Hardy Chilton: 387, 403, 406
Cara Lynn: 150, 257, 271
Carlotta Louise: 388, 406
Christopher Chilton: 387, 403
Craig Chilton: 383, 397
Curtis Todd: 117, 257
Delores Ann: 472
Eric P. C.: 387, 403
Jacob Castleton , Jr.: 117, 234
Jacob Castleton , Sr.: 234
Jeanette Marie: 117, 234, 256, 257, 270
Kathryn Marie: 387, 406
Landon Chloe: 388, 406
Lynn Howard: 117, 234, 257, 271
557

Marian L.: 383, 397
Megan Blake: 383, 406
Roger Bruce: 117, 234
Roger C. III: 383, 406
Roger Chilton: 383, 397, 403, 406
Roger Chilton II: 383, 403, 406
Russell Chilton: 383, 396, 397
Russell Chilton II: 387, 406
Russell Lewis Chilton: 383, 403, 406
Sarah Elizabeth: 387, 406
Stacey Lynn: 383, 403, 406
Stacy Renee: 138, 253
Thomas Edmund Bruce: 387, 406
Hillman -
Alma D.: 108, 185
Hirsch -
Katherina: 298
Hodanek -
Anna: 355
Hoeffert -
Stella R.: 301, 345
Hoffman -
Ruth Elaine: 406
Holland -
Homer Mel: 141, 248
Homer Preston: 248
Nancy Rebecca: 305, 366
Willard P.: 366
Holt -
Sara A.: 149, 257
Holtheier -
Wilhelmine Eleonore Elisabeth: 1
Holtwick -
Elise Patricia: 176, 226
Hooten -
Wilma: 240
Hopfe -
Sigrid: 63, 70
Horelica -
Elenora Frances: 411, 457, 458
Houser -
Delores Paulette: 471
Mildred Elinor: 487, 514
Housley -
Aaronette: 266
Andy: 266
Gary Allen (aka: Allen): 112, 266
Jared Andrew (aka: Drew): 112, 266
William Mason (aka: Mason): 112, 266
Hoy -
Donna Kathleen: 117, 235
James Doris: 234
James Doris , Jr. (aka: Jimmie): 117, 234,
235
John Patrick: 148, 235
Hubner -
John Andrew (name: Johann Andreas
Huebner): 9, 16, 27, 28, 97, 182
Hudgins -
Amy Kay: 411, 464, 472
Andrew Dawson: 417, 472
Bessie: 468
Colin Andrew: 417, 472
Edgar Hinkle: 464
Leslie Walter (aka: Bubba): 411, 464
Rex Willrich: 417, 464
Steven Edgar: 417, 464, 472
Taylor Demny: 417, 472
Hudler -
Hilary Christine: 310, 369
Howard Dennis: 369
Hudson -
Eugene: 235
Margaret Jean: 101, 235, 236
Huebner -
Ada Irene: 122, 195, 217, 218, 240
Adolph: 98, 196
Andrew E.: 97, 183, 192, 194, 212, 215-
217, 235, 237-240, 257-261, 271,
272
Andrew William Taylor: 128, 259
Anne Adams: 119, 232
Annie: 100, 191, 207, 230, 253, 254, 269
Audrey Lynn: 155, 240, 261
Augusta Louise (aka: Gussie): 115, 192
Barry Blaine: 146, 234, 256, 270
Bert Lewis: 116, 211, 233, 255
Brandon Blaine: 146, 256
Carl: 98, 183
Dakota John: 146, 270
Daniel Baer: 116, 233
Darrel Andrew: 128, 258
David Newsome: 116, 211, 234, 256, 270
David Robert: 120, 255
Don Marion: 101, 237, 258
Donna Lynne: 128, 258
Douglas Taylor (aka: Doug): 125, 236,
258
558

Dudley Jackson: 122, 216, 240, 260, 261
Elise Fredericke Wilhelmina: 97, 182-185,
199-201, 203-205, 219-228, 243-253,
262-269, 272
Ella Mae: 100, 192, 211, 212, 234, 235,
256, 257, 270, 271
Erica Michelle: 116, 256
Franz: 98, 183, 195, 196, 218, 241, 243,
261, 262, 272
George: 97, 183, 186, 189, 190, 207, 208,
211, 230, 232-235, 253-257, 269-271
George Lee: 100, 192, 208, 211, 230, 232-
234, 254-256, 270
George Lee III: 119, 232, 254, 270
George Lee , Jr.: 100, 211, 230, 232, 254,
270
George Todd (aka: Todd Huebner Hall):
119, 254, 270
Glenn Baer: 116, 233
Haden: 122, 194
Helen Marie: 100, 191
Jan Marie: 107, 242, 261
Jeffrey Earl: 127, 258
Johann Andreas (aka: John Andrew
Hubner): 9, 16, 27, 28, 97, 182
John Andrew , Jr.: 107, 219, 241, 242,
261, 272
John Andrew , Sr.: 98, 199, 218, 219, 241,
243, 261, 262, 272
Karen Kay: 155, 240, 261
Kelly Nicole: 155, 261
Kimberly Ann: 116, 256
Kristi: 107, 242, 261, 272
Leta Dora: 120, 233
Lillian Luceile: 123, 215, 237, 238, 259
Lillie Belle: 101, 194, 215, 216, 238, 259,
260, 271
Lindsey Taylor: 125, 258
Lola Mae: 97, 194, 212, 235, 257, 271
Louis: 98, 183
Louis: 97, 190, 191
Lydia Dale: 128, 258
Lynly Renay: 146, 234, 256
Marcus Dudley: 122, 195, 216, 239, 240,
260, 261, 272
Marcus Edward: 100, 255
Marcus Taylor: 100, 211, 232, 233, 254,
255, 270
Margaret Todd: 119, 232, 254
Marguerite (aka: Muggie): 98, 198
Marion Taylor: 101, 194, 212, 213, 235,
237, 258, 259
Marion Toliver (aka: Top): 101, 213, 235,
236, 258
Mary Louise: 122, 216, 239, 240, 260,
272
Mary Marcus: 120, 233, 255, 270
Matthew Jackson: 155, 261
Michael Bruno: 116, 233, 256
Michael Taylor: 152, 255, 270
Miles Taylor: 152, 270
Molly Louise: 107, 242, 261, 262
Nancy Allen: 119, 232, 254
Nanette Lee: 145, 233, 256
Otto Virston: 98, 197
Pauline: 98, 197, 198
Pauline Adair (aka: Polly): 107, 219, 243,
262
Rae Allison: 116, 233, 255
Raleigh Douglas: 123, 213, 214
Richard Lee: 100, 233, 254, 255
Robert Taylor: 101, 213, 237, 258
Robin Leigh: 128, 258
Roger Frederick: 120, 233
Roger Glenn: 145, 233
Roger Meyer: 100, 255
Russell Brian: 155, 240, 261
Sara Lee: 116, 233
Sarah Catherine: 152, 255
Sarah Marie: 154, 261
Shannon: 152, 270
Shannon Leigh: 146, 256, 270
Sharon Delaine: 146, 234, 256
Shelby LaRae: 127, 258
Stephanie Renae: 154, 261
Taylor Meyer: 120, 233, 255, 270
Walter: 101, 194
William Andrew (aka: Bill): 101, 236, 258
William Dudley: 122, 240, 260, 261
William Glenn: 116, 211, 233, 256
William Siegfried: 116, 233
Wynelle Schlick: 151, 233, 255
Hughes -
Mozelle: 310, 338
Hunger -
Carl August: 206
Frederich William (aka: Fritz): 108, 206,
207
559

Regina Victoria: 108, 207, 228-230, 253
Hunnicutt -
David Arnold: 179, 225
Hunt -
Dianne: 307, 362
Hurst -
Bernard Jackson: 122, 217, 218
Lillian: 101, 212, 213
Loudie Belle: 122, 218, 240, 241
M. B.: 212
William L: 216, 217
Willie Belle: 122, 216
Husted -
Glenda Sue: 261
I
Ireson -
Imogen Ruth: 381, 395
Lansford: 395
Margaret E.: 395
Isensee -
Helene F: 528, 537
J
Jackson -
Janet Lynne: 126, 259, 271
Jay Bradford: 126, 259, 271
Jo Denise: 126, 259, 271
Joshua Clark: 126, 271
Larry Edgar: 126, 259
Jacobj -
Laura: 530, 537
Jacobs -
Cecil Oscio: 248
Jerry Lee: 141, 248
Justin Cecil: 141, 248, 267
Keith Steven: 141, 248
Ryan Justin: 141, 267
Jaeger -
Christine Irene: 142, 249
Jahns -
Dirk: 530, 538
Jennie: 530, 538
Sandra: 530, 538
Jake -
(name: Jacob Willrich): 83, 89, 91-94
(name: Jacob Dane Cooper): 87, 94
James -
Alma Lee: 264
Jamin -
Georg: 70
Hannelore Amalie Elisabeth: 63, 70
Janak -
Emily Ann: 428, 471
Eugene Joseph: 471
Gregory Wayne: 428, 471
Megan Leigh: 428, 471
Janik -
April Lynn: 428, 471
Christopher Scott: 418, 470
David Stephen: 416, 464, 470
Derek Dale: 428, 471
Donna Ann: 411, 464, 470
Gayle Marie: 416, 464, 471
Jaime Renee: 418, 470, 474
Jenna Elise: 416, 471
Jennifer Marie: 418, 470
Joan Renee: 428, 464, 471
Joseph Emil: 411, 464
Joseph George: 411, 464, 470, 474
Kyle David: 416, 470
Mary Lynn: 428, 464, 471
Nancy Jean: 428, 464, 471
Neill David: 416, 471
Patricia Joan: 411, 464, 470
Terence Patrick: 416, 464, 471
Thomas Dale: 428, 464, 471
Todd Kinnard: 429, 471
Traci Elizabeth: 429, 471
Ty Willrich: 416, 471
Wanda Kay: 416, 464, 470
Jarck -
Johann: 1, 8
Margarethe: 1, 7, 8
Jarl -
Alan Wayne: 490, 518
Duval Carl: 518
Jeffrey Alan: 490, 518
Jennifer Catherine: 490, 518
Jed -
(name: Harrison Jeremiah Lawson): 420,
468
Jeff -
(name: Robert Jeffrey Coppock): 133,
243, 262
Jiang -
Ju Ching: 145, 233
560

Jim -
(name: James Wesley Russell, Jr.): 307,
368
Jimmie -
(name: James Doris Hoy, Jr.): 117, 234,
235
Jimmy -
(name: James Harvey Wilkinson): 514
(name: James Rogers Perlitz, Jr.): 168,
269
Joe -
(name: Joseph Entzminger): 251, 258
(name: George Stanley Gideon, Jr.): 384,
402, 405, 406
John -
(name: Francis Johann Richers): 139,
224, 249, 268
Johnson -
Allie Littleton: 470
Carol Ann: 487, 518
D. J.: 518
John Truman: 411, 470
Laura Kay: 306, 369
Mabel Florence: 224
Marvin Clifford: 369
Matthew Ryan: 411, 470
Michael John: 411, 470
Joines -
Tammie Sue: 416, 471
William Lee: 471
Jones -
Severin JoAnn: 306, 365
Jordan -
Claudine: 139, 249
Harold Thomas: 249
Judi -
(name: Judith Ann Russell): 130, 221,
245
Judy -
(name: Judith Anne Pryor): 306, 365
(name: Jennifer Leigh Mercer): 491, 520
(name: Julia Louise Kring): 99, 222, 245,
265
K
Kahanek -
Elizabeth Jean (aka: Betty): 305, 357
Leon Louis , Sr.: 357
Kalish -
Ruth: 254
Kathy -
(name: Martha Kathleen Bell): 140, 247
Keding -
Dave: 463
Dolores Lanelle: 413, 463
Keener -
Bette Teresa: 264
Keepers -
Joe: 244
Lillie Mae: 102, 244
Kehrer -
August: 195, 199, 200
Edward Richard: 97, 200
Evelyn Frances: 103, 201, 220, 221, 245,
264, 265
George: 97, 199, 200
Julian Ivey: 102, 200
Lee Walter: 97, 200
Lillian Louise: 129, 220, 244, 245, 264
Lillian R.: 102, 200, 219, 243
Marguerite Louise: 103, 201, 220, 244,
263
Marie Louisa: 98, 195, 196
Myrtle Louise: 102, 200, 219, 220, 243,
244, 262, 263
Richard Adolph: 97, 200, 201
Sybil Delores: 103, 220, 244, 263, 264,
272
Vastine Julian: 103, 201, 220, 244, 263,
264, 272
Kelfer -
Jonathan Joseph: 118, 254
Kathleen Elizabeth: 118, 254
Michael William: 118, 254
Oscar: 254
Kelley -
David William: 100, 121, 253, 254
Kassidee Noel: 100, 270
Miranda Karen: 100, 270
Patrick Noel: 100, 254, 269, 270
William Joseph: 100, 253, 254
Kelly -
Allison Lyn: 178, 269
Grace Ann Marie: 271
Ken -
(name: Kenneth Dale Higgins): 141, 248
Kendricks -
Cheryl Clark: 487, 518
561

Kennard -
Jerry Louise: 471
Kent -
Judith Louise: 491, 519
Keuffel -
Anna: 81, 82
August Friedrich Ludwig: 9, 16, 27, 81,
82
Charlotte: 81, 82
Gerhard Johann August: 82
Son: 81, 82
Kieff -
Paula: 530, 536
Kiesz -
Rosilyn Christine: 142, 249
Kinchloe -
Bobby Joe: 131, 263
Karl Kenneth , Jr.: 131, 263
Karl Kenneth , Sr.: 263
King -
Sharon Aliece Alldredge: 472
Kipke -
Hildegard: 534, 537
Kirk -
Helen Wood: 359
Kirsch -
Adolf: 481, 500
Anton: 500
Ardie (aka: Adolph): 481, 500
Klaiber -
Amanda Jean: 131, 263
David Jarrett: 131, 263
Gerry J.: 131, 263
Kleinschmidt -
Dorothy Elmire: 269
Klesel -
Frank Elton: 465
Vernice Ann: 414, 465
Kloesel -
James Edward: 263
Kristy Lynn: 131, 263
Michael Wayne: 131, 263
Kloss -
Anna: 9, 17, 34, 35, 411, 438, 439
Emil: 438
Knigge -
Averill Marie: 311, 351, 360, 361, 367
Christel Maria: 302, 334, 349
Daryl Diane: 311, 361, 368
Ernst: 333
Ernst , Jr.: 302, 333, 334
Francis: 308, 334, 351
Gaye Lynn: 322, 361
George Ernst: 307, 351, 362, 363
George William (aka: Fritz): 302, 334,
349-351, 360-362, 367, 368, 370
Gertrude: 302, 334
Gladys Lorraine (aka: Sally): 311, 351,
361
Heather Rene': 323, 368
John Archer: 311, 361, 368, 370
John Graham: 311, 351, 361, 368, 370
Joshua Graham: 311, 368
Julius Amberg , Jr.: 307, 362
Julius Amberg , Sr.: 307, 351, 361, 362,
368, 370
Karen Elizabeth: 311, 368
Kathren Lee: 311, 368
Marilyn Jeanette: 307, 362, 368, 370
Rachel Lene': 323, 368, 370
Roberta Marie (aka: Bertie): 307, 363
Knight -
Andrew L.: 107, 243
Koegler -
Dorraine A.: 176, 252
Koehler -
Adolf Manuel (aka: Mannie): 481, 496,
500-502, 510, 517
Agnes Louise (aka: Doodie): 489, 507,
514, 515, 519
Anna: 481, 496, 500
Arthur Emanuel: 481, 502
Arthur H.: 481, 496-498
Barbara Kathleen: 488, 511
Bonnie Merle: 484, 510
Brice Aden: 491, 520
Charlotte (aka: Lola): 487, 496, 504-506,
513, 518-520
Dale William: 491, 514
Dorothy Marie: 470
Egon: 481, 498
Elise: 481, 496, 499, 507, 510, 515-517,
519
Emil: 9, 17, 35-37, 481, 495, 496
Frederick William (aka: Fritz): 487, 496,
506, 507, 514, 518-520
Friedrich Wilhelm: 495
George Carl (aka: Carl): 482, 496, 503,
562

504, 512, 518, 519
Georgerine Olivia: 482, 504, 512, 513,
518, 519
Gregory Louis: 484, 511
Hedwig Anna: 482, 496, 502, 503, 511,
512, 517, 518
Hilmar Frederick: 487, 507, 514, 518, 520
Ivan Earl: 484, 502, 510
James Douglas: 488, 511
Kameron Dillon: 491, 520
Kelley Kathrine: 491, 519
Kent Keith: 491, 519, 520
Marvin Louis: 484, 502, 510, 511, 517
Mary Ann: 484, 511, 517
Michael Thomas: 484, 511
Paul Frederick: 487, 514, 518, 520
Robert Joseph: 484, 511
Tasha Kay: 487, 518
Teresa Jeanne: 484, 511, 517
Tonya Rose: 492, 518, 520
Wayne Howard: 491, 514, 518-520
Korenek -
Antonia: 414, 458, 459
Joseph B.: 458
Kowis -
Marie Viola: 465
Kral -
Ernest: 363
Georgia Marie (aka: Georgie): 309, 363
Kramr -
Mary Ann: 472
Kreinhop -
Adeline: 99, 202
Krempin -
Chad Robert: 421, 472
Julia Marie Lorene: 421, 472
Roy Robert: 472
Kretzschmar -
Leola Ann: 251
Kring -
Billie Jane: 99, 222, 246, 265, 266, 272
Julia Louise (aka: Judy): 99, 222, 245, 265
Myrtle Elizabeth: 112, 222, 247
Peggy Virginia: 112, 222, 246, 266
William Louis (aka: Bill): 99, 221, 222
Krisco -
Marie: 352
Krizak -
Helen Josephine: 250
Kronk -
April Christine: 103, 272
Earl Eugene , Sr.: 272
Kubala -
Charlotte: 358
Kucera -
Arnold Leo: 260
Bonnie Lee: 153, 260
Kuckuck -
Elise Margarethe: 7-9, 15, 19, 21, 23, 31
George Ludwig: 8, 19
Kupferschmidt -
Minna: 444
Kurtz -
Louella: 463
Kutach -
Pamela Kay: 146, 256
L
Lackey -
Linda Carol: 369
Vernon , Jr.: 484, 510
Laird -
Lois Shirleen: 469
Lake -
Clayton Alvin: 259
Clayton Edward: 123, 259
Clayton Edward II: 123, 259
Lange -
Helen Frances: 103, 244
Lanham -
Grace: 400
Larry -
(name: Lawrence Allen Troutt, Jr.): 313,
366
(name: Lawrence Allen Troutt III): 313,
366
Larson -
Jenny: 126, 259
Lascalzo -
Trisha: 168, 250
Lauing -
Myrna Fay: 266
Lawhon -
Alex Elise: 161, 269
Joseph Beverly: 161, 225
Joseph Beverly II: 161, 225, 251, 269
Joseph Mathew: 178, 251, 269
Scott Edward: 161, 251, 269
563

Sydney Elizabeth: 178, 269
Lawrence -
Mark Anthony: 317, 370
Steele Cornell: 317, 370
Lawson -
Carolina Leigh: 420, 468
Harrison Jeremiah (aka: Jed): 420, 468
Harry Jeremiah: 468
Robert Jed LeLand: 420, 468
Susanna Cherry: 420, 468, 473
Leach -
Diana Louise: 122, 261
Eldon: 261
Lehmann -
Adam Theodor: 68
Hedwig Olga Johanna: 61, 68
Letzerich -
John William: 203
Julia Wilhelmina: 99, 203, 204
Lewis -
Alma Lou: 298
Charlie Faye: 268
Lina -
(name: Helene Luise Karoline Willrich):
61, 67
Liska -
Jane: 256
Lizzie -
(name: Lisette Warnken): 97, 186, 190
LoBasso -
Frank A: 312, 360
Loessin -
Adele M.: 306, 338-340
August: 338
Wilburn B.: 413, 456, 457
Wilburn Lee (aka: Billy): 413, 457, 464
Wilburn Lee , Jr.: 413, 464
William (aka: Mr. Will): 456
Lola -
(name: Charlotte Koehler): 487, 496, 504-
506, 513, 518-520
Lomax -
Rebecca Ann: 473
Long -
Eileen Frances: 309, 363
James William: 253
Melody Ann: 108, 253
Loose -
Lillian Eliza: 261
Mary Ann: 472
Lord -
Allene Maurice: 464
Lorenz -
Ben Charles: 357
Dorothy Evelyn: 301, 357
Mary Lois: 357
Lorenzo -
Layne Amelia: 117, 235
Lori -
(name: LoriAnne Harvey): 130, 245, 265
Lottie -
(name: Charlotte Groos): 382, 390, 392,
393, 398, 403
Lou -
Lottie (name: Charlotte Greenshield): 312,
348, 360, 367
Loudie -
(name: Luisa Ellen Taylor): 97, 192, 194
Lovell -
Melissa Rene: 161, 269
Lowrie -
Chance Everett: 165, 268
Clarence Everett III: 165, 268
Clarence Everett , Jr.: 268
Colby Evan: 165, 268
Ludce -
(name: Louis Otto Willrich): 412, 440,
452, 453, 460-462, 466-468, 472,
473
Ludewig -
Emma Henriette Marie: 10, 528, 537
Ludwig -
Julie Karee: 161, 251
Woodrow Louis: 251
Lueders -
Anna Maria: 482, 503, 504
Edgar Theodore: 419, 453, 454
Grace Ruth: 419, 454, 462, 463, 468, 469,
473, 474
Gretchen May: 419, 463, 469
Lisa Mavis: 431, 463, 469
Paul Frederick: 453, 503
Thomas Russell: 419, 454, 463, 469
Luers -
Ilse Katherine: 1, 7, 8
Lytle -
Anne Elizabeth: 141, 267
564

M
MacDowell -
Clifton Michael: 130, 265
Finis: 265
Michael Terance: 130, 265
Mack -
Alfred Paul: 468
Sandra Elaine: 420, 468
MacUra -
Jarvis Redeice: 263
Magee -
Mary Louise: 104, 235
Man -
Richard: 61, 69
Manes -
Donald Harold: 420, 453
Mannie -
(name: Adolf Manuel Koehler): 481, 496,
500-502, 510, 517
Manning -
Ethel Onida: 405
Markum -
Bertie: 246
Martin -
Branden James: 143, 266
Claudia: 247
Kathy Suzanne: 100, 121, 254
Margaret: 307, 362
Norine M.: 412, 452, 453
Robert James , Jr. (aka: Marty): 143, 266
Sophie Wilhelmine Luise: 389
Martinez -
Esther: 466
Marty -
(name: Robert James Martin, Jr.): 143,
266
(name: Martha Grace Bailey): 385, 404
Mason -
(name: William Mason Housley): 112,
266
Claribel: 123, 213, 214
Evelyn: 412, 450, 451
John E.: 292, 299
Matheny -
Beulah Mae: 519
Matt -
(name: Matthew S. Sontheimer): 419, 468
May -
Ada: 347
Mays -
Mary Ann: 100, 121, 254
Mazac -
Sophie M.: 414, 458
McAnally -
Betty Jo: 366
McCarter -
Aimee Lyn: 411, 470
McCharn -
Kate: 244
McCollum -
Derek Hampton: 433, 469
Randall Hampton (aka: Randy): 419, 469
McCrae -
Charles Kenneth: 519
McCready -
Carolyn Jean: 118, 230, 254
Charles Birney: 100, 230
Charles F.: 230
Nedra Glenn: 100, 230, 253, 254, 269
Sarah Elizabeth: 230
McCullough -
Margaret: 382, 397, 398
McEldowney -
Harding Conrad: 385, 405
McGhee -
Charlene Mae: 520
McGlothern -
Misty M.: 157, 260
McKay -
Dora: 259
Hadley: 259
Sue Anne: 123, 259
McKenna -
Bonnie Reed: 128, 259
McKinney -
Hope: 235
McKinnon -
Alpine Jean: 84, 90, 92-94
Ernest Lee: 83, 89, 90
Frances Beatrice: 83, 90
Hayden Agnes: 83, 90
Neil L.: 89
McKneely -
Paul K.: 102, 243
McKnight -
Dylan Forest: 126, 271
Gary Lee: 126, 271
Maclaine Elise: 159, 271
565

McMillan -
Beatrice Kay: 305, 358, 366
Evelyn Marie: 305, 346, 347
Howard Gray: 305, 347, 357, 366
James Robert (aka: Bob): 345
John Forrest: 100, 207
Laura Gay: 305, 358, 366
Lillian Troy: 100, 207
Mozelle: 100, 208, 230, 253, 254, 269
Ross Gray: 305, 345, 346
McNalley -
Cheryl Elaine: 412, 467
Russell Leon: 467
McNeil -
Samuel Varion: 83, 90
McRae -
Haylee Rachelle: 487, 520
Michael Kipling: 487, 519, 520
McWhorter -
Catherine Anne: 422, 468
John Douglas: 422, 467, 468
Mary Elizabeth: 422, 468
Mechler -
Florence H.: 296
Megginson -
Stella: 405
Melcher -
Fritz: 342
Pauline Marie: 301, 342, 343
Melvin -
Julie LaVern: 163, 250
Teddy Lawrence: 250
Mendez -
Esther Alice: 164, 250, 251
Menke -
Peggy Diane: 123, 259
Roy Henry: 259
Mensing -
F. August: 499
Fritz: 481, 499
Mark Michael: 483, 517
Ruth Louise: 481, 499, 507-510, 515, 516,
519
Weldon Fritz: 483, 499, 510, 517
Weldon Fritz , Jr.: 483, 510, 517
Mercer -
Alvin Ray: 520
Jennifer Leigh (aka: Judy): 491, 520
Mercurio -
John Joseph: 85, 93
Marie Louise: 85, 93
Meriwether -
Mildred Anne: 272
Merrem -
Emilie: 453, 503
Merritt -
Margie Mae: 470
Meyer -
Ada Dora: 232
Andrew Clayton: 107, 261
Betty Marie: 290, 296
Bryan Huebner: 134, 261
Essie Dell: 111, 222, 223
Gerhard: 295
Harry C.: 296
Johann Otto: 8, 14
Keith Gregory: 134, 261, 272
Luke Gregory: 134, 272
Martha Helena Bernadina: 287, 295
Neil Clayton: 261
Neil Gregory: 107, 261
Otto John: 222
Wilhelmine Caroline Auguste: 7, 8, 13, 14
Mia -
(name: Marie Jenny Johanne Willrich):
63, 68, 70
Michael -
Gertrud Leopoldine: 68
Michalke -
Billie Ruth Harmon: 321, 364, 369
Carole Sue: 321, 364, 368
Ferdinand: 352
Fritz Albert: 309, 352, 353
Julia Nell: 321, 364, 369
William Guy Harmon (aka: Fuzz): 309,
353, 363, 364, 368, 369
Mike -
(name: Michael Andrew Coppock): 107,
243, 262
Miller -
Gregory Daniel: 111, 248
Karen Ellece: 111, 248
Larry Daniel: 111, 248
Mr.: 248
Noni Ann: 473
Mills -
Edna: 83, 91, 92
Lovic Nathaniel: 91
566

Milne -
Dudley Bradford: 124, 239
Robert Drew: 124, 239
Taylor Michelle: 124, 260
William Huebner: 124, 239, 260
William T. J.: 124, 239
Minnie -
(name: Wilhelmina Groos): 382, 390,
392, 397
Missi -
(name: Michelle Elise Gideon): 384, 405
Mitchell -
Amy Michelle: 155, 261
James David , Jr.: 155, 261
James David , Sr.: 155, 261
Lois Earl: 261
Mixon -
Janie Elizabeth: 292, 299
John David: 292, 299
Russell Patrick: 292, 299
Modrzejewski -
Stephanie F.: 256
Moe -
(name: Morris Barnett Dalitz): 311, 360,
361
Moeller -
Clarine Marie: 470
Moody -
Charle Wayne: 290, 298
James Robert: 290, 298
Kathryn Marie: 290, 298
Tom Blount: 298
Moore -
Alex M.: 487, 504-506
Bernita Mae: 465
Diana Louise: 487, 506, 513, 518-520
Margaret Koehler: 487, 506, 513, 518,
520
Noraetta: 519
T. Ausken: 504
Morelan -
Sheila: 287, 298
Morris -
Cleveland Haines: 137, 227
Lawanda: 519
Moye -
Brenda Kay: 486, 519
William Blaylock: 519
Moyle -
Susan: 306, 365
Mueller -
Charles Edwin: 419, 469
Charles Edwin , Jr.: 419, 469, 474
Dara: 419, 474
Edwin William: 469
Kyle Robert Ryan: 432, 474
Mark Allen: 419, 469
Muffet -
(name: Margaret Elise Guenther): 384,
395, 402, 405, 406
Muggie -
(name: Marguerite Huebner): 98, 198
Mullins -
Margaret Ann: 415, 464, 465
Richard Plumb (aka: Dick): 464
Murray -
Ellen Mary: 251, 258
Kimberly A.: 164, 251
Myatt -
Leola Mae: 251
Myers -
Audrey Ann: 406
N
Nail -
Allen Ray: 122, 272
Blaine Michael: 122, 272
Nary -
Linda Louis: 312, 367
Nash -
Lillian Ruth: 485, 516, 517
William Newton: 516
Navrath -
Rosalie: 337, 441, 497
Nevils -
Brandey Paulette: 384, 406
Jackie Paul: 406
Newsome -
Temperence Ann: 192
Nichols -
Fanny Carol: 256
Mary: 245
Mary Elizabeth: 98, 197
Nancy Alice: 179, 251
Nollkamper -
Anna Lucy: 305, 332, 347, 348, 358-360,
366, 367
Anna Marie: 301, 329-331
567

Elise: 301, 332
Fritz W.: 301, 331, 332
Henry: 329, 331, 334
Lina: 302, 334, 335
Margarethe Laura (aka: Gretchen): 305,
332, 345, 346, 357, 366
Nolte -
Georg Carl Freidrich: 67
Regine Betty Luise: 61, 67
Nonie -
(name: Norine Ellen Cowhig): 422, 462,
467, 468
Northrup -
Reva Ann: 383, 406
Ross Blake , Jr.: 406
Nugent -
Diane Elizabeth: 268
O
O'Banion -
Gladys Irene: 227
O'Brien -
Corey James: 113, 265
Francis Lee , Jr. (aka: Buddy): 113, 265
Francis Lee , Sr.: 265
Joseph Edward: 113, 265
Sean William: 113, 265
O'Connell -
Eugene: 519
George Gehrig: 482, 519
Sharon Kay: 270
Steven Gehrig: 482, 519
Thomas George: 482, 519
Ogletree -
Robert Blane: 138, 253
Robert Wayne: 138, 253
Olds -
Aneita Gaye: 382, 403
Oliver -
Alton Dean: 519
Jeanne Carol: 486, 519
Olle -
Emma (aka: Emmie): 309, 351, 352
Otta: 351
Olsen -
William: 117, 235
O'Neill -
Casey Michelle: 305, 366
Richmond Davis: 305, 366
William Davis: 366
O'Roark -
Andrew Tyler Thomas: 179, 251
Angela Cherie: 164, 251
Benjamin Alan Michael: 164, 251
Benjamin Branson: 224
Celeste Elaine: 179, 225
Charles Harold: 164, 251
Diane Elise: 139, 225, 250, 269
Ethan Linden: 179, 225
Gerald Christopher: 164, 225
Gordon LeRoy: 139, 224, 225
Laurie Anne: 179, 225
Nicole Anne Marie: 164, 251
Robin Louis Michael: 164, 225, 251
Sadie Virginia: 224
Shannon Allen Thomas: 179, 225, 251
Stephen Barry: 164, 225, 250, 251
Stephen Nolan: 164, 251
Taylor Edward: 181
Orr -
Euphemia Geraldine: 122, 240
William Alfred , Sr.: 240
Ott -
Jack: 321, 369
Thomas Guy O'Neal: 321, 369
Otto -
(name: Emil Eugene Richers): 176, 204,
226
Beatrice Regina (aka: Bea): 99, 202, 221,
222, 245-247, 265, 266, 272
Casey Alan: 317, 366
Connor Katherine: 306, 369
Darlis Kay: 315, 357
Darrell Dean: 306, 357, 365, 369
Darren Scott: 306, 365, 369
Emory Elizabeth: 306, 369
Ferdinand August: 99, 201, 202
Fred Theodore: 306, 356, 357
Gary Todd: 306, 357, 365, 369, 370
Gilbert Emil (aka: Uncle Bubba): 110,
203
Hale Robinson: 306, 369
Jarred Todd: 306, 369
Jeffry Todd: 306, 365, 369
Kari Renee: 316, 365, 369, 370
Kevin Rydell: 316, 365
Lindsey Elizabeth: 306, 369
Louise Pauline: 99, 202
568

Malcolm G. (aka: Sonny): 99, 202
Mindy Dyan: 317, 365
Regina Christine: 317, 365, 370
Tara Nicole: 306, 369
Overstreet -
Amanda Duncan: 120, 255
James William: 255
Paul Duncan: 120, 255
Paul Duncan II: 120, 255
Overton -
Robert Carter , Jr.: 469
Robin: 413, 469
P
Page -
George Wray III: 311, 368
George Wray IV: 311, 368
George Wray , Jr.: 368
Pahlmyer -
Louise: 297
Painton -
Elizabeth Ann: 419, 463
Palma -
Joseph Edward: 271
Toni Michelle: 117, 270, 271
Pardue -
Sue Elizabeth: 465
Parker -
Deborah Marie: 411, 470
Jack: 470
Parr -
Merble Sedell: 468
Pastusek -
Lawrence Edward: 251
Linda Diane: 161, 251
Pauline -
(name: Johanne Pauline Willrich): 9, 16,
27, 28, 97, 182, 183, 186, 192, 195,
199-201, 203-205, 207, 208, 211,
212, 215-228, 230, 232-235, 237-
241, 243-272
Payne -
Linda Lee: 141, 267
Maurice Eugene , Jr.: 267
Pearce -
Don W.: 484, 510
Peggy -
(name: Margaret Coleman Giesecke):
381, 396, 402
(name: Margaret Ann Cowhig): 422, 462,
468
Pegoda -
Frankie Charlene: 254
Penland -
Aaron Andrew: 167, 250
Aaron Brown , Jr.: 139, 250
Aaron Brown , Sr.: 250
Aimee Nicole: 167, 250
Karen Meleta: 139, 250, 269
Pennell -
Kenneth Robin: 472
Kevin Robert: 412, 472
Lauren Elise: 412, 472
Penniman -
Julia: 385, 402
Perlitz -
James Rogers: 269
James Rogers III: 168, 269
James Rogers , Jr. (aka: Jimmy): 168, 269
Yates Griffin: 168, 269
Zachary Stuart: 168, 269
Persian -
Suzanna Jane: 268
Pesek -
Justine Ann: 471
Pete -
(name: Louis Otto Willrich III): 412, 461,
466, 472
(name: Werner Lee Willrich): 414, 459,
465
Pettitte -
Faye Ola: 464
Petty -
Colleen Caye: 313, 366
Kenneth Leroy: 366
Phillips -
Carol Linda: 318, 364
Gary Cecil: 270
Jean Marie: 119, 270
Travis Sheely: 364
Pickens -
Stephen Charles: 156, 260
Pieper -
Hermann: 297
Kyle Jarrett: 169, 248
Lorine Rosie: 287, 296, 297
Robert Henry: 248
Robert Joseph: 169, 248
569

Piepgras -
Colin Nilan: 120, 270
George Wolfgang: 120, 270
Mary Amelia Jane: 120, 270
Plass -
Christel: 530, 538
Ernst Barthold: 530, 538
Jens: 530, 538
Platt -
Gloria Jean: 177, 252
Horace Quincy: 252
Pledge -
Lessie: 514
Pledger -
Jennifer Elaine: 162, 269
Robert Earl: 269
Ploeger -
Raymond Lloyd: 100, 253
Plunkett -
Amy Kay: 130, 265
Eddie Alice: 264
Eddie Alice , Jr.: 130, 264, 265
Jory Drew: 130, 265
Katy Anne: 130, 265
Pokluda -
Pegi Ann: 414, 465
Ralph Joseph: 465
Polak -
Amanda Lauren: 411, 472
Brooke Allison: 411, 472
Kristin Leigh: 411, 472
Randle Wayne: 411, 472
Rudolph Phillip: 472
Suzanne Agnes (aka: Suzie): 417, 464
Polly -
(name: Pauline Adair Huebner): 107, 219,
243, 262
Poole -
Donald Keller: 98, 198
Potter -
Elizabeth May: 383, 403
Louis S.: 403
Powell -
Alice Stewart: 482, 512, 517
Joseph Yancey: 511
Joseph Yancey , Jr.: 482, 511, 512
Julia Katharine: 482, 512
Ollie Louise: 404
Powers -
John Michael: 287, 297
Pratt -
Brenda: 268
David: 268
Joey Lynn: 162, 268
Prause -
Agnes Hildegarde: 349, 506
Pressler -
Jo Ann: 425, 463
Prince -
John Sterling: 465
Rosemarie: 414, 465
Pryor -
Frank Brown: 365
Judith Anne (aka: Judy): 306, 365
Q
Quaritsoh -
Anja: 66, 70
Axel: 66, 70
Regine: 66, 70
Sabine: 66, 70
Stephen: 66, 70
Walter: 66, 70
Quest -
Mildred Marie: 517
R
Raddatz -
Franziska Luise Sophie: 9, 527, 536
Raffetto -
Jeanette Eiline: 120, 255
Ramsey -
Frank Lovic: 251
Phyllis Jean: 161, 251
Randy -
(name: Randall Hampton McCollum):
419, 469
(name: Randal Louis Richers): 143, 247,
266
Rankin -
Francis: 513
Rasten -
Elwine Luise Anna: 68
Raum -
Virginia LaRoche: 83, 90
Rautiola -
Teresa Renee: 291, 299
570

Raynor -
Amanda Elizabeth: 428, 471
Chad William: 428, 471
William Gustav: 428, 471
Reaves -
Archie Thomas: 84, 92, 93
Harvey Clark: 92
Sarah Ann: 84, 93, 94
Reckziegel -
Aurelia: 530, 538
Red -
(name: Werner Gerhard Willrich): 414,
444, 458, 459, 465
Redding -
Devorah Adeline: 240
Reel -
Peggy Jane: 258
Reeves -
Perry James: 103, 220
Reichardt -
Martha: 527, 537
Reichle -
Mildred Lucille: 364
Reihman -
Hedwig: 443
Reimann -
Julia T.: 195, 199, 200
Renfro -
Leigh: 251
Renfrow -
Hilda Charles: 368
Ressmann -
Mary: 227
Retzer -
Mr.: 249
Patricia Ann: 170, 249
Rice -
Vera Elizabeth: 434, 473
Richard -
Anne Marie: 144, 267
Austin Paul: 111, 267
Claire Brooks: 111, 267
George Noie: 111, 247
Jonah A.: 144, 267
Kent James: 144, 248, 267
Lance Thomas: 144, 248, 267
Mark Noie: 111, 247, 266, 267
Meredith Logan: 111, 267
Nickolas James: 144, 267
Noah L.: 144, 267
Noie Paul: 247
Peter Thomas: 144, 267
Samuel K.: 144, 267
Richards -
Dwight: 245
Robert Nichols: 130, 245
Robert Vincent: 130, 245
Russell Vincent: 130, 245
Richardson -
Michelle Aleci: 112, 266
Richers -
Abigail Ann: 143, 266
Adele: 97, 185
Alfred Bryan: 108, 205
Alfred Charles: 108, 186, 204, 205, 227,
253
Angela Sue: 136, 228
Antonia Antoinette: 161, 204
Augustus (aka: Gus): 108, 185, 186
Caleb Meyer: 140, 247
Casseday Paul: 140, 247
Charles George: 136, 205, 227
Charlotte Elise: 139, 224, 250, 268
Cheryl Lynn: 111, 247
Cynthia Louise: 176, 226, 252
Donna Kay: 137, 227
Elviera Rose: 111, 204, 223, 247, 248,
266, 267
Emil: 97, 183-185
Emil Eugene (aka: Otto): 176, 204, 226
Emma E.: 97, 185, 200, 201, 220, 244,
245, 263-265, 272
Francis Henry (aka: Frank): 139, 204, 224,
249, 250, 268, 269
Francis Johann (aka: John): 139, 224, 249,
268
Genevieve Justina: 111, 204, 223, 248,
249, 267, 268
Gus Clifton: 108, 205, 227
Jace Nolan: 165, 268
Jacob Allen: 108, 253
Janette Eileene: 162, 224, 250, 268, 269
Jason Harold: 165, 250, 268
Jeffery Neal: 108, 227, 253
Jessica Dorraine: 176, 252
Johann Heinrich Adolph: 183
John A.: 99, 185
John Wesley: 108, 205, 227, 253
571

Jonathan: 176, 252
Joseph D: 176, 227
Joshua Paul: 165, 268
Julia Marie: 139, 204, 224, 225, 250, 251,
269
Karen Louise: 143, 247, 266
Kelly M.: 176, 226
Lilly Elise: 161, 204, 225, 226, 251, 252,
269
Louis William III (aka: Bill): 111, 223,
247, 266
Louis William , Jr.: 111, 204, 222, 223,
247, 266
Louis William , Sr.: 99, 185, 203, 204,
222-226, 247-252, 266-269
Louise Dorothy: 99, 185, 201, 202, 221,
245-247, 265, 266, 272
Nanette Elise: 165, 249, 268
Pauline: 97, 185, 199, 200, 219, 243, 244,
262, 263
Ralph Edward: 108, 227
Randal Louis (aka: Randy): 143, 247, 266
Regina: 99, 185
Regina Frances: 108, 205, 227, 253
Rhonda Gayle: 139, 249
Robert Allen (aka: Bob): 140, 223, 247
Sherwood Andrew: 176, 204, 226, 252
Sherwood Andrew III: 176, 252
Sherwood Andrew , Jr.: 176, 226, 252
Stephanie Jo: 176, 226, 252, 253
Stephen Bartz: 162, 224
Steven Darnell: 176, 252
Sybella Pauline: 139, 204, 224, 250, 269
Theron Bradley: 165, 250
Victor: 99, 185
Victor Eugene: 136, 205
Willahemina Francisca: 108, 186, 205-
207, 228, 253
Rick -
(name: Richard Lee Harmon): 107, 261
Rieker -
Luise: 70
Riffe -
Carla Rae: 482, 518
Donald: 518
Joyce: 518
Riggan -
Kathryn: 385, 400
Risien -
Cassidy: 129, 264
Clarence Alexander: 244
Cody Lewis: 129, 245, 264
Flint William: 129, 245, 264
George Lewis: 129, 244, 245
Jenelizabeth Joy: 129, 264
Krista Marie: 129, 264
Kyle William: 129, 264
Michelle Patricia: 129, 245, 264
Roxane Louise: 129, 245, 264
Ritter -
Haley Robyn: 418, 474
Jennifer Marie: 418, 474
Karl William: 474
Robert William: 418, 474
Roan -
Kari Ann: 421, 467
Robinette -
Paul: 152, 255
Roddy -
Frances Ava: 253
Rodeman -
Gisela Elisabeth Elfriede Martha: 530,
538
Rodemann -
Freidrich: 538
Roesler -
Birgit: 287, 298
Hans-Dieter: 298
Roffino -
Anthony Paul: 251
Theresa: 164, 251
Rogers -
Elmer L.: 161, 204
Rohde -
Albert: 527, 537
Roitsch -
Dorothy Jean: 310, 364
Harvey William: 364
Romine -
Jennie Jane: 134, 272
Malcolm Reeves: 272
Roofe -
Pamela Lynn: 148, 235
Ropers -
Clara Mae: 255
Rose -
(name: Rosemary Lynn Blomquist): 421,
472
572

Rosenauer -
Charles: 301, 332
Rosenthal -
Kristen Marie: 319, 368
Paula: 61, 68
Richard Leroy , Jr.: 319, 368
Richard Leroy , Sr.: 368
Rowland -
Clarence Andrew: 176, 252
David James: 176, 252
Mark S: 176, 252
Natacha Julia: 176, 252
Rozga -
Amy Elizabeth: 384, 405, 406
Anthony: 406
Helen: 406
Rubenack -
Margarethe Karoline: 7, 8, 15, 19, 23
Rucker -
Anita Marie: 247
Rudder -
Frances Nell: 309, 363, 364
Joe: 363
Ruden -
Marie Dorothee Elisabeth: 67
Rudolphi -
Ottilie Elisabeth: 2
Runte -
Wendy Sue: 179, 225
Russell -
Dora Ann: 307, 368, 370
Elizabeth: 220
James Wesley III: 307, 368, 370
James Wesley , Jr. (aka: Jim): 307, 368
James Wesley , Sr.: 368
Judith Ann (aka: Judi): 130, 221, 245
Otis: 103, 220, 221
Thomas Charles: 307, 370
Virginia Kay (aka: Ginger): 130, 221, 245,
264, 265
Rusteberg -
Carl Chritolf Rudolf: 61, 67
Georg Friedrich: 67
Jda Caroline Elise: 61, 67
Rutherford -
Linda Rae: 120, 233
S
Sadler -
J. R.: 464
James Edward: 425, 464
Karen: 425, 464
Linda Kay: 425, 464
Sagehorn -
Jack Dietrich: 151, 255
Jerry Lee: 151, 255
Lloyd Dwight: 255
Walter Ross: 151, 255
Salinas -
Adelina: 248
Sara Victoria O. (aka: Toya): 139, 224
Sally -
(name: Gladys Lorraine Knigge): 311,
351, 361
Sam -
(name: Donald T. Wilson, Jr.): 102, 263
Sanchez -
Alfonso , Jr.: 436, 467
Anna Teresa: 436, 467
Carlos Alfonso: 436, 467
Enrique Antonio: 436, 467
Victoria Marie: 436, 467
Sanders -
Helen Alma: 483, 510
Sandy -
(name: Sandra Isabel Watson): 306, 365
Sappington -
Brandon John: 146, 270
Branson Wayne: 146, 270
Cheyenne Brenay: 146, 270
Michial Jonroy: 270
Savage -
Diana Jane: 272
Sawtelle -
Charles Murphy: 406
Ellen: 387, 406
Scanlan -
Dheilia Ann: 488, 511
Mary Theresa: 251
Schaefer -
Carl Heinrich (aka: Boss): 449
George Carl: 411, 449, 450
George Otto: 411, 450
Gustav Carl (aka: Gussie): 411, 450
Olivia: 411, 450
Schafer -
Randa: 309, 363
Schartz -
573

Margarethe Hedwig: 1, 8
Schiewitz -
Antoinette: 297
Schiurring -
James Brent: 131, 263
James Henry: 263
James Slade: 131, 263
Schlick -
Armin Frederick: 232
Wynelle Ada: 100, 232, 233
Schloemer -
James Stewart: 489, 514
Schmidt -
Erika Martha Johanna: 63, 68
Jerry Wayne: 311, 361
Jerry Wayne , Jr.: 311, 361
Joe E.: 361
Johanna: 500
Leon Joseph: 260
Mary Katherine: 158, 260
Otto Max Johannes: 68
Schnath -
Emmy Wilhelmine Elisabeth: 9, 527, 537
Schonert -
Earline Caroline: 260
Schoppe -
Mary Louise: 259
Schottler -
Dr.: 81, 82
Schriever -
Catharine: 329, 331, 334
Schroeder -
Fritz: 303, 329
Fritz: 301, 343
Hermann: 301, 327, 328
John H.: 301, 328, 342, 343
Louise: 301, 328, 329
Marguerite: 301, 343, 344
Schultz -
Emil , Sr.: 500
Schulz -
Emma Martha Lena: 481, 500-502
Schulze -
Mathilde Henriette Wilhelmine: 10, 528,
537
Schumacher -
Lisa: 178, 269
Schwob -
Jordan Sinclair: 181
Seese -
Amie Diane: 105, 258
Elizabeth Ann: 105, 258
Harry: 105, 258
Kathleen: 105, 258
Self -
Karen K.: 162, 224
Selzer -
Clara Mae: 465
Sengelmann -
Elizabeth Ward: 413, 463, 469
Eric Allen: 427, 470
Gary Jack: 413, 463
Gregory David: 427, 463
Gretchen Garner: 426, 470
Gustav Heinrich: 454
Gustav Jack: 413, 455, 463, 470
Mark Allen: 427, 463, 470
Robert Stephen: 413, 469
Samuel Stephen III: 413, 463, 469
Samuel Stephen , Jr.: 413, 455, 463, 469
Samuel Stephen , Sr. (aka: Silva): 413,
454, 455
Sarah Jane: 413, 469
Shea Ryan: 427, 470
William Samuel: 426, 469
William Ward: 426, 463, 469
Settle -
John H.: 267
Lisa Carol: 144, 267
Sue H.: 267
Shaner -
Gene W: 420, 468
Shepherd -
Jeanne: 298
Shilback -
Louise: 245
Shotts -
James Edward: 251
Sheree Ann: 164, 251
Siebert -
Jonathan Daniel: 421, 467
Sieger -
Karl August: 247
Karla Alvina: 111, 247
Siegmann -
Evelyn Wilhemina: 247
Siller -
Annie: 458
574

Silva -
(name: Samuel Stephen Sengelmann, Sr.):
413, 454, 455
Simmons -
Allison: 471
Simons -
Bryce Thomas: 160, 272
Drew Douglas: 160, 271
Jarrod Jackson: 160, 272
Mary Kay: 126, 271
Paul Douglas: 126, 271
Simper -
Annie: 363
Simpson -
Douglas J.: 158, 238, 260
Erin Marie: 126, 259
Kathlyn: 126, 238
Kelsey Elaine: 126, 259
Lyndsay Nicole: 158, 260
Marilyn: 101, 238, 259
Melanie Kay: 158, 260
Miles Douglas: 126, 259
Robert E.: 101, 238
Robert Marcus: 126, 238, 259
Rosalind: 126, 238, 259, 271
Taylor Elizabeth: 158, 260
Tyler Marcus: 158, 260
William Thomas (aka: Bill): 158, 238,
260
Sims -
Mary Frances: 261
Sittler -
Catherine Diener: 482, 512
George David , Jr.: 512
Skeet -
(name: Arthur William Guenther): 384,
395
Skelly -
Margaret Ann: 517
Sladczyk -
Amy: 425, 463
Arthur E.: 411, 442, 443
Emilie: 481, 497, 498
Fritz: 413, 443
George: 413, 443, 455, 463, 464
George , Jr.: 425, 456, 463
Hedwig: 302, 337, 338
Hilda Ruth: 413, 443, 454, 455, 463, 469,
470
Kay: 425, 463
Mary Ellen: 425, 456, 464
Otto: 411, 442
Victor C.: 337, 441, 497
Victor C.: 411, 441, 442
Viola: 413, 443, 456, 457, 464
Sliter -
John Franklin: 83, 93
Smart -
Jana: 314, 367
Smith -
Belinda Kay: 112, 266
Carrie L.: 383, 406
Darrell: 268
Deborah Gail (aka: Debbie): 307, 370
Diane Marie: 291, 297
Douglas Blair: 116, 233
Frank Carl: 405
James Curtis: 291, 297
Judith Hazel: 101, 258
Martha Ann: 384, 405
Robbie Lynn: 165, 268
Sharon Lynn: 111, 267
Tyna Rae: 120, 233
Virginia Lea: 487, 518
Smolinsky -
Brandon Lee: 112
Lauren Ashley: 112
Sneed -
Amanda Jean: 312, 367
Amy Louisa: 312, 367
Andrew Joseph: 312, 367
E. B.: 360
Paul Leslie: 312, 360, 367
Paul Winn: 312, 360
Richard Louis: 312, 360, 367
Shannon Elizabeth: 312, 367
Thomas Earl: 312, 360, 367
Snow -
Amber: 321, 369
Jim: 321, 369
Sommer -
Bertha: 454
Sommers -
Sabin: 500
Sonny -
(name: Malcolm G. Otto): 99, 202
Sontheimer -
Matthew S. (aka: Matt): 419, 468
575

Sparks -
Catherine Ann: 105, 257
William Gilmer: 105, 257
William Gilmer: 105, 257
Spickler -
John Carl: 224
Marjorie Mae: 139, 224
Spindler -
Avery Alyne: 132, 264
Bruce Allen: 103, 244, 264
Carol Margaret: 103, 244, 263, 272
John Lewis: 103, 264
John Louis , Jr.: 103, 244
Victoria Anne: 132, 264
Sprawls -
Tessa: 404
Stalder -
Marvin F: 381, 395
Stanzel -
Hugo Joseph (aka: Dutch): 309, 336, 337
Stavinoha -
Grace Martha: 305, 358, 359
Willie: 358
Steel -
Pamela Edna: 107, 262
Steinocher -
Garet Ross: 305, 366
Leon Charles: 366
Michael James: 305, 366
Stephenson -
Caitlin Harris: 129, 264
David E.: 323, 368
David William: 129, 264
Sterling -
Christopher Richers: 166, 250, 268
Frank Eugene (aka: Gene): 139, 250
Heather Elise: 166, 250, 268
Ira: 250
Knox Tabor: 166, 268
Stern -
Eric: 423, 466
Steve -
(name: Steven Louis Willrich): 421, 466
Stevens -
Eleanor McIlwain: 425, 463
Stewart -
Unnamed: 289, 296
Alice: 511
Alice Partee: 381, 403
Cynthia Caroline: 381, 403
James: 311, 360
Robert Henry III: 381, 402, 403
Stiehl -
Katie: 456
Stockman -
Bradley: 489
Stone -
Rhonda: 133, 262
Stout -
Pearl: 395
Strebeck -
Jeremy D.: 102, 263
Struve -
Tillie: 411, 442
Studlar -
Albert: 355
Carlton Foxwell (aka: Don): 306, 365
Donley Trent: 306, 356, 365
Gay Lynn: 306, 356
Joe: 306, 355, 356
Ross Wood: 306, 365
Sulik -
Evelyn Lillian: 310, 355
Sullivan -
Amie L.: 108, 205
Susse -
Unnamed: 63, 70
Suzie -
(name: Suzanne Agnes Polak): 417, 464
Swenson -
Marjorie Anna Marie: 518
Szymanski -
Gloria Ann: 472
T
T. -
Charles (name: Carl Friedrich Theodore
Willrich): 9, 16, 27, 83, 88-94
Tabor -
David Roland: 268
Debra Marie (aka: Debbie): 166, 268
Tally -
Campbell Maclin II: 116, 255
Leigh Anne: 116, 256
Savannah Glyn: 147, 256
Taylor Maclin: 116, 256
William J.: 255
Tami -
576

(name: Tamara Collin): 100, 270
Tandy -
Francis Lucile: 248
Tank -
(name: Wilford Emanuel Frazier): 122,
239, 240
Tarver -
Barbara Jean: 309, 368
Norman Henry: 368
Taylor -
Frances Opal: 108, 204, 205
George Washington: 192
Leta Belle: 100, 208, 211
Lilly Alvoy: 250
Luisa Ellen (aka: Loudie): 97, 192, 194
Marcus DeWitt: 208
Teddy -
(name: Theodore Emil Gebhardt III): 482,
518
Tell -
Augusta: 206
Terry -
Ima: 246
Textor -
Nicholas: 485, 517
Thames -
Ethel: 227
Thigpen -
Ashley Vierra: 174, 268
Kenneth Daniel: 142, 267
Krista Victoria: 142, 268
Rachel Littleton: 174, 268
Suzie Gaudet: 142, 268
Thomas -
Linda Sue: 267
Thornton -
Kathy: 129, 264
Tillinghist -
Roberta: 307, 362, 363
Tipton -
Barbara Lynn: 428, 471
Donald Ray: 471
Todd -
George Emerson: 230
Patricia Penelope: 100, 230, 232
Tom -
Rosenelle: 469
Tomasino -
Lucille Christin: 366
Tomek -
Donald J.: 473
Patricia: 473
Stephanie Lynn: 420, 473
Tommy -
(name: Thomas Fowler Willrich): 436,
461, 467
Tookie -
(name: Arolee Albrecht): 117, 212, 234,
235
Top -
(name: Marion Toliver Huebner): 101,
213, 235, 236, 258
Toya -
(name: Sara Victoria O. Salinas): 139,
224
Trainer -
Robert W.: 123, 259
Tramel -
Etta Deborah: 254
Traver -
Jamie Guy: 321, 369
Jennifer Dawn: 321, 369
Jessica: 321, 369
Jodie: 321, 369
Robert: 321, 369
Robert James: 321, 369
Travis -
James Hammond , Jr.: 412, 460
Suzanne Evelyn: 412, 460, 465
Trett -
Constance Ealine: 292, 298
Holly Jeanne: 292, 298
John Russell , Jr.: 292, 296, 298, 299
John Russell , Sr.: 288, 296
Margie Kay: 288, 296
Stacie Lynn: 292, 298, 299
Trey -
(name: George Stanley Gideon III): 384,
405, 406
Tribble -
Rosa Lee: 518
Triesch -
Diane Marlene: 474
Trimble -
Amanda Dawn: 129, 264
Matthew William: 129, 264
William Ford: 129, 264
Troutt -
577

Lawrence Alan: 366
Lawrence Allen III (aka: Larry): 313, 366
Lawrence Allen , Jr. (aka: Larry): 313,
366
Sarah Greenshield: 313, 366
Trudl -
(name: Gertrud Heinecke): 61, 69
Tschirhart -
Henry A.: 288, 296
Tucker -
Tula Mae: 518
Tuley -
Delbert Samuel: 102, 219
Mary Madeline: 102, 243
Nancy Eileen: 102, 243
Warren Delbert: 102, 219, 243
Turley -
Shirley Ann: 146, 256
Turner -
James Stanley: 268
Lillie Jane: 166, 268
Madeline Elise: 166, 268
Steven James: 166, 268
Tuttle -
Olivia M.: 71, 75, 77, 79
Twardowski -
Darcy Ann: 116, 256
Peter Anthony: 256
Tyree -
Danny Carl: 97, 271
Jeremy Todd: 97, 271
William Nathan: 97, 271
U
Unger -
Rena Elsa: 468
Unholz -
Jra: 65, 69
Michael: 65, 69
Werner: 65, 69
V
Vaccaro -
Linda Marie: 142, 249
Mr.: 249
Valenta -
Meta Marthalyn: 470
Van Harrison -
Terrell: 114, 266
Varnell -
Hattie Mae: 263
Vaughan -
Anna Margaret: 103, 272
Christopher Earl: 103, 272
Elaine Elizabeth: 103, 263
Kenneth Lamar , Jr.: 103, 263
Robert Michael: 103, 263, 272
Robert Michael , Jr.: 103, 272
Veigel -
Jan Ann: 117, 257
Robert Ernest: 257
Vibrach -
Pauline: 512
Vick -
Regina Kay: 474
Vierra -
Miss: 267
Villarreal -
Monica Thelma: 418, 470
Vogt -
Allison Grace: 309, 368
Amy Christine: 310, 364
Andrea: 318, 364
Anna Louise: 302, 327, 333, 334, 349,
351, 360-362, 367, 368, 370
Carey Wayne: 301, 357
Charles August: 301, 331, 345, 357
Charles August , Jr.: 301, 345, 357
Charlotte Sophia: 301, 327, 331, 332, 345,
347, 357-360, 366, 367
Christine: 304, 331
Dana Lynn: 319, 363, 368
Duane Edward: 309, 363, 368
Elmae: 306, 340
Elvern: 306, 341, 342
Emil F.: 304, 331
Ernst Rudolph: 301, 327, 329-331, 345,
357
Ernst Rudolph: 304, 331
Fritz: 302, 327, 337, 338, 354, 364, 369
Gene Edward: 309, 352, 363
George Karl: 302, 327, 334, 335, 351-353,
363, 364, 368, 369
George Otto: 318, 337, 353, 354, 364
George Wilson: 318, 354, 364
Hannah Leigh: 310, 369
Hans Heinrich: 302, 327
578

Harry: 310, 338, 354, 355, 364, 369
Harry Lee: 310, 355, 364, 369
Hedwig H. F.: 301, 331
Helmuth: 304, 331
Herman H.: 304, 331
Irene Louise: 306, 340, 355, 356, 365
James Robert: 309, 352, 363, 368
Jeffrey Lee: 310, 364, 369
Johanna Margarethe: 301, 327, 328, 342
John Andrew: 310, 364
John Carrol: 304, 345, 357
John Charles: 320, 363
John R.: 9, 18, 28, 31, 301, 324, 326, 327
John R.: 310, 338
Julius: 306, 327, 338-340, 355, 356, 365,
369, 370
Lara Christine: 304, 357
Laura Beth: 310, 364
Lillie Julia Auguste: 309, 336, 352, 353,
363, 368, 369
Lisa Kathleen: 304, 357
Lottie Bernice: 306, 340, 356, 357, 365,
369, 370
Olivia Frieda: 302, 335, 336
Otto George: 304, 331, 345, 357
Rachel Anne: 310, 364
Raymond Leslie (aka: Bush): 306, 340,
341
Robert Charles (aka: Bob): 309, 336, 351,
352, 363, 368
Robert Thomas: 309, 363
Rose Marie: 263
Roy Charles: 301, 357
Ruth Anna Hedwig: 309, 336, 337
Ryan Edward: 320, 363
Terrance Robert: 309, 363
Thomas Arthur: 310, 355, 364
Voigt -
Alexandra: 381, 402
Marvin Gaines: 381, 402
Von Minden -
Anna Eliese (aka: Annie): 411, 444, 446,
447
Henry: 444
Von Roden -
Christian Friedrich: 67
Henriette Wilhelmine: 8, 15, 23, 61, 67
Vopel -
Dorethee Wilhelmine: 9, 536
W
Wada -
Bill: 321, 369
Wagener -
James Wilbur , Jr.: 406
Laurie Kay: 383, 406
Wagner -
Denise Kelly: 427, 470
Robert James: 470
Waldhausen -
Anna Elisabeth Eugenie: 528, 537
Walker -
Mary Elizabeth: 463
Thelma Marie: 256
Walsh -
William John: 420, 453
Walters -
Barbara: 124, 260
Ward -
Alice Ann: 413, 463
Diana: 504
Franklin Davis: 463
Warnete -
Johanne Sophie Marie: 67
Warnken -
Connie Gail: 310, 364
John Hermann: 186
Lisette (aka: Lizzie): 97, 186, 190
Manfred Herman: 364
Warren -
Alice T.: 92
Ivey Jean: 368
Virginia Lynn: 304, 357
Watkins -
Gifford: 251
Shirley Eleene: 161, 251, 252
Watlington -
Helen Gaylord: 382, 393, 398, 399, 403
William Henry: 382, 392, 393
Watson -
Brent Ray: 415, 472
Haverty Lynn: 415, 472
Jimmy Ray: 415, 472
Sandra Isabel (aka: Sandy): 306, 365
Tommy Lee , Sr.: 472
Wanda Kay: 269
Watts -
Charlotte Ann: 472
579

Webb -
Austin James: 422, 468
Jack Luther: 468
Jordan Douglas: 422, 468
Stephen Edward: 422, 468
Stephen Lee: 422, 468
Wedell -
Daniel Cole: 86, 93
Robert Scott: 86, 93
Robert Stanley: 86, 93
Ryan Christopher: 86, 93
Weed -
Margaret: 314, 367
Thomas Hugh: 367
Wegener -
Maria Eleonore: 67
Weigel -
Wilhelm: 10, 528, 536
Welge -
Dora: 228
Jack Herman: 108, 228-230
Jack Herman , Jr.: 108, 230, 253
Kathleen Ava Regina: 108, 253
Kirsten Frances Page: 108, 253
Wells -
Jane Chandler: 370
West -
Brenda Kay: 307, 370
Bryan Thomas , Jr.: 307, 370
Bryan Thomas , Sr.: 307, 370
Dan Cornelius: 370
Gladys Ray: 101, 258
James Chandler: 307, 370
Jamie: 141, 248
Wheeler -
Jessie: 257
Whit -
(name: Byron Tellas Carter, Sr.): 103,
220
Whitaker -
Charles: 244
Winnie Lee: 102, 244
White -
Claire Elizabeth: 84, 93
Darla Kay: 179, 251
Ella Belle: 365
Emma Grace: 84, 94
James Allen: 84, 93
James Allen , Jr.: 84, 93, 94
Leon: 251
Lindsay Erin: 112, 266
Nancy Elizabeth: 112, 246, 266
Reaves Drake: 84, 94
Robert Eric: 112, 266
Robert Neil: 112, 246
Robert Waid: 112, 246, 266
Vera Emma: 250
Virginia Jo: 112, 246, 266
William Grady , Sr.: 246
Whitfield -
Florence Lizabeth: 345
Whiting -
Jennifer Lynn: 311, 368
Whitmore -
Kathern Neil: 364
Whitten -
Harley Earl: 517
Kevin Lee: 484, 517
Kristine Michele: 484, 517
Michelle: 484, 517
Wiesman -
Justin Jeremy: 414, 465
Wieting -
Anna: 411, 443, 444
Gerhardt: 443
Wiggins -
Martha Grace: 404
Wildner -
Helena: 9, 17, 34, 35, 411, 438
Wilkens -
Margaret: 382, 398
Michael Werner: 382, 398
Patricia: 382, 398
Werner Frederic: 382, 392
Werner Gustav: 382, 392, 397, 398
Wilkinson -
Gail Fleet (aka: Gail Fleet Wilkinson):
489, 514
Gail Fleet (name: Gail Fleet Wilkinson):
489, 514
James Harvey (aka: Jimmy): 514
JoAnn: 494, 515
Katherine Elizabeth: 489
Lynn Suzanne (aka: Lynn Suzanne
Wilkinson): 489, 493, 514, 519
Lynn Suzanne (name: Lynn Suzanne
Wilkinson): 489, 493, 514, 519
Malynn: 123, 259
580

Mark Blaine: 494, 515
Martha: 123, 238, 259
Mindy Leigh: 123, 259
Robert Jay (aka: Bob): 123, 237, 238
Robert Jay , Jr. (aka: Bobby): 123, 238,
259
Ronald Barnes: 489, 514, 515
Ronald Barnes , Jr.: 494, 515
Walter William: 237
William Christopher (aka: Chris): 123,
259
Will -
Clement Herbert: 368
Linda Gayle: 311, 368
Mr. (name: William Loessin): 456
Williams -
Aletha Vivian: 252
Della: 83, 88
Knox III: 487, 513
Wilma Henrietta: 109, 202, 203
Williamson -
Jo Ann: 162, 224
Willie -
(name: William Earl Greenshield): 305,
366
Willmann -
Frank J.: 301, 343, 344
Willrich -
Adolf Ernst Anton: 10, 528, 536, 537
Albert: 64, 68, 69
Albrecht Jean Albert: 63, 68-70
Albrecht Ludwig: 63, 69
Alexis: 10, 528, 536
Andrew Stephen: 414, 465
Ann Martin: 420, 453, 462, 468, 473
Anna: 533, 537
Anna B.: 419, 440, 453, 454, 462, 463,
468, 469, 473, 474
Anna Charlotte Auguste: 9, 16, 28
Anna Dorothee Wilhelmine Amalie: 9, 15,
32-34, 381, 389-393, 395-400, 402-
406
Annegret: 530, 538
Annika Thora: 63, 70
Ashley Elizabeth: 423, 466
August Georg Heinrich: 9, 527, 536, 537
Augusta: 411, 440, 449, 450
Beatrice: 64, 69
Bertha: 530, 538
581
Carl Friedrich Theodore (aka: Charles T.):
9, 16, 27, 83, 88-94
Carrie Mae: 411, 458, 464, 472
Charles George Theodore: 83, 88, 90, 91,
93, 94
Charles Hart: 83, 88
Charlotte: 10, 528, 536
Charlotte: 8, 13, 14
Charlotte: 534, 537
Christianus: 2, 8, 9, 14, 19, 67-70, 72, 82,
88-94, 182, 183, 186, 192, 195, 199-
201, 203-205, 207, 208, 211, 212,
215-228, 230, 232-235, 237-241, 243-
272, 293-299, 324, 327, 329, 331,
333, 334, 337, 338, 342, 345, 347,
349, 351, 352, 354-370, 389-393,
395-400, 402-406, 438, 441, 443,
444, 449, 450, 452-474, 495, 497,
499, 500, 502-504, 506, 507, 510-
520, 536-538
Christina: 61, 69
Daughter: 9, 15, 27
David Brandon (aka: Dave): 421, 466, 472
Dieter: 61, 69
Dorothea Elizabeth Meta: 9, 16, 28
Edelgund-Regina: 63, 68-70
Elisabeth D: 532, 537
Elise: 412, 440
Elise Sophie Charlotte: 61, 67
Elizabeth Carlon (aka: Beth): 421, 461,
466, 467
Elsa: 533, 537
Emil Ludwig August Otto: 532, 537
Emilie Anna: 9, 528, 536
Erich: 530, 536
Ernst Friedrich Johannes: 528, 537
Ernst-August: 10, 533, 536, 537
Evelyn Emilie: 411, 458, 464, 470, 471,
474
Francis Brandon (aka: Frank): 421, 461,
466, 472
Franz: 527, 536
Franziska Sophie Eleonore: 9, 18, 28, 31,
301, 324, 326, 327, 329, 331, 333,
334, 337, 338, 342, 345, 347, 349,
351-370
Friedrich Johann Theodor: 9, 527, 536-
538
Fritz: 530, 536

Fritz: 412, 440
Fritz August: 63, 68
Frohlind: 63, 68
Georg August: 8, 15, 23, 61, 67-70
Georg Carl: 1, 7-9, 15, 19, 21, 23, 31, 67-
70, 72, 82, 88-94, 182, 183, 186,
192, 195, 199-201, 203-205, 207,
208, 211, 212, 215-228, 230, 232-
235, 237-241, 243-272, 293-299,
324, 327, 329, 331, 333, 334, 337,
338, 342, 345, 347, 349, 351-370,
389-393, 395-400, 402-406, 438,
440, 443, 444, 449, 450, 452-474,
495, 497, 499, 500, 502-504, 506,
507, 510-520
Georg Karl Ferdinand Ludwig: 530, 536
Georg Otto: 8, 13, 14
Georg Wilhelm Ludwig: 9, 527, 536
George August Jean Wilhelm: 61, 67-69
George de Lassaulx: 71, 75, 76, 79
George Joseph: 415, 458, 464, 465, 472
George Otto: 411, 439, 443, 444, 457-459,
464, 465, 470-472, 474
George Otto , Jr.: 411, 444, 457, 458, 464,
470-472, 474
George Russell: 415, 465
George Wilhelm: 9, 15, 23, 25, 27, 71-73,
75
Gerard Martin: 421, 461, 467
Gerda: 530, 538
Gertrude Elizabeth: 83, 88-90, 92-94
Gertrude Therese Helene Bianca Adelh:
535, 536
Gotz: 63, 70
Hans: 528, 537
Hans Anderson: 412, 440, 450, 451, 460,
465
Hans Anderson , Jr.: 412, 451, 452
Heather Jane: 423, 466
Heinz-Georg: 61, 68, 69
Helene: 527, 537
Helene Luise Karoline (aka: Lina): 61, 67
Hugo: 530, 536-538
Ines: 61, 69
Infant: 528, 537
Ingeborg: 530, 538
Jacob (aka: Jake): 83, 89, 91-94
James Robert: 436, 467
Jennifer Angela: 421, 466, 472
582
Jewell Virginia: 83, 91, 93
Johann: 61, 69
Johann August: 1, 7-9, 14, 19, 67-70, 72,
82, 88-94, 182, 183, 186, 192, 195,
199-201, 203-205, 207, 208, 211,
212, 215-228, 230, 232-235, 237-
241, 243-272, 293-299, 324, 327,
329, 331, 333, 334, 337, 338, 342,
345, 347, 349, 351, 352, 354-370,
389-393, 395-400, 402-406, 438,
440, 443, 444, 449, 450, 452-474,
495, 497, 499, 500, 502-504, 506,
507, 510-520, 536-538
Johann Christian: 2, 8, 9, 14, 19, 67-70,
72, 82, 88-94, 182, 183, 186, 192,
195, 199-201, 203-205, 207, 208,
211, 212, 215-228, 230, 232-235,
237-241, 243-272, 293-299, 324,
327, 329, 331, 333, 334, 337, 338,
342, 345, 347, 349, 351, 352, 354-
370, 389-393, 395-400, 402-406,
438, 441, 443, 444, 449, 450, 452-
474, 495, 497, 499, 500, 502-504,
506, 507, 510-520, 536-538
Johann Ernst: 1, 8, 9, 14, 19, 67-70, 72,
82, 88-94, 182, 183, 186, 192, 195,
199-201, 203-205, 207, 208, 211,
212, 215-228, 230, 232-235, 237-
241, 243-272, 293-299, 324, 327,
329, 331, 333, 334, 337, 338, 342,
345, 347, 349, 351, 352, 354-370,
389-393, 395-400, 402-406, 438,
440, 443, 444, 449, 450, 452-474,
495, 497, 499, 500, 502-504, 506,
507, 510-520, 536-538
Johann Friedrich Theodor: 7-9, 527, 536-
538
Johanne E: 532, 537
Johanne Helene: 9, 527, 536
Johanne Pauline (aka: Pauline): 9, 16, 27,
28, 97, 182, 183, 186, 192, 195, 199-
201, 203-205, 207, 208, 211, 212,
215-228, 230, 232-235, 237-241, 243-
272
Johannes: 527, 536
John Carmichael: 83, 88, 90, 93
Joseph Gerard: 421, 467
Julius Ludwig George: 9, 15, 31, 32
June Evelyn: 412, 452, 460, 465

Karl: 527, 536
Karl Heinrich Wilhelm: 61, 67-69
Karl-Ludwig: 61, 68, 69
Kimberly Ann: 414, 465
Laura: 83, 88
Leslie Hans: 414, 444, 459, 460, 465
Leslie Stephen: 414, 460, 465
Liselotte: 65, 68, 69
Louis: 9, 17, 35
Louis Otto (aka: Ludce): 412, 440, 452,
453, 460-462, 466-468, 472, 473
Louis Otto III (aka: Pete): 412, 461, 466,
472
Louis Otto , Jr.: 412, 453, 460, 461, 466,
467, 472
Louisa Theodora: 9, 17, 35-37, 481, 495-
497, 499, 500, 502-504, 506, 507,
510-520
Ludwig: 7, 8, 13, 14
Ludwig August Otto: 61, 67-70
Lulu: 531, 534, 537
Lynn Marie: 415, 465, 472
Margarete: 533, 537
Margaretha: 411, 439-442, 454-456, 463,
464, 469, 470
Margarethe: 8, 13, 14
Margarethe Dorothea Gretchen: 9, 16, 27,
81, 82
Margarethe Helene Marie: 528, 537
Marie Jenny Johanne (aka: Mia): 63, 68,
70
Mary Jane: 420, 453
Mary Jane: 436, 461, 467
Max: 529, 536
Melissa Marie: 421, 467
Meta: 530, 536
Natalie Rose: 437, 472
Nicolaus: 2, 8, 9, 14, 19, 67-70, 72, 82, 88-
94, 182, 183, 186, 192, 195, 199-
201, 203-205, 207, 208, 211, 212,
215-228, 230, 232-235, 237-241, 243-
272, 293-299, 324, 327, 329, 331,
333, 334, 337, 338, 342, 345, 347,
349, 351, 352, 354-370, 389-393,
395-400, 402-406, 438, 441, 443,
444, 449, 450, 452-474, 495, 497,
499, 500, 502-504, 506, 507, 510-
520, 536-538
Norine Elizabeth: 412, 453, 461, 462, 467,
583
468
Olga: 530, 536
Otto: 529, 536
Otto August George: 9, 17, 34, 35, 411,
438-440, 443, 444, 449, 450, 452-
474
Otto Theodor Friedrich: 527, 537
Otto Thomas , Jr.: 411, 447, 449
Otto Thomas , Sr.: 411, 439, 444, 446,
447
Paula Elise: 414, 465
Peter Michael: 414, 465
Rasma: 63, 70
Raymond Carl: 83, 89-91, 93
Reba Candace: 83, 92-94
Regina: 66, 69, 70
Rita Anna: 419, 440
Rudolf: 534, 537
Rudolf Karl: 63, 68-70
Scott Edward: 414, 465
Shirley Ann: 415, 458
Sophie Maria Charlotte: 9, 18, 28, 287,
293-299
Stephanie Ann: 412, 466, 472
Stephen Christian: 414, 465
Steven Louis (aka: Steve): 421, 466
Theodor G: 531, 534, 537
Theodora: 535, 536
Thomas Fowler (aka: Tommy): 436, 461,
467
Thora Gisela: 530, 538
Tiffany Lynne: 437, 472
Tocher: 9, 18, 31
Tyler Brandon: 421, 472
Uta: 530, 538
Virginia June: 85, 90, 93
Volkmar Rudolf: 63, 68-70
Walter: 530, 538
Werner Gerhard (aka: Red): 414, 444,
458, 459, 465
Werner Lee (aka: Pete): 414, 459, 465
Wilhelm Christian: 1, 7-9, 14, 19, 67-70,
72, 82, 88-94, 182, 183, 186, 192,
195, 199-201, 203-205, 207, 208,
211, 212, 215-228, 230, 232-235,
237-241, 243-272, 293-299, 324,
327, 329, 331, 333, 334, 337, 338,
342, 345, 347, 349, 351-370, 389-
393, 395-400, 402-406, 438, 440,

443, 444, 449, 450, 452-474, 495,
497, 499, 500, 502-504, 506, 507,
510-520, 536-538
Wilhelm Georg Carl: 10, 528, 536, 537
Wilhelm Karl Heinrich: 61, 67
Willfrid Karl: 66, 69
Wolfgang: 530, 538
Wilmore -
Pamela Sue: 426, 469
Wilson -
Ada Cherry: 468
Donald T. , Jr. (aka: Sam): 102, 263
Elizabeth Anne: 102, 263
Erica Leigh: 102, 263
Windham -
Mary Anne: 87, 94
Winthrop -
T. C.: 354
Virginia Ella: 318, 354
Wittstock -
Johann Andreas: 528, 537
Womack -
Amy: 130, 245
Wommack -
Ruth Willene: 259
Wood -
George: 518
Robbie Lee: 487, 518
Woodson -
Marilyn: 419, 468
Rufus Otha: 468
Woody -
Clyde Allen: 119, 254
Clyde Woodrow: 254
Joshua Taylor: 119, 254
Matthew Todd: 119, 254
Wright -
Richard Walton: 103, 220
Y
Yanko -
Wayne A.: 133, 243
Yarbrough -
Joy Christine: 433, 469
Yates -
Alice Marie: 139, 250
Brian Richmond Michael: 168, 250
Donna Christine: 168, 250
Everett Richmond: 250
Everett Richmond , Jr.: 139, 250
Judy Dawn: 168, 250, 269
Pearl Alice: 233
Yetman -
Leo Anthony: 406
Marian Louisa: 383, 406
Robert Gerard: 383, 406
Young -
Emma: 482, 503
Gerald: 102, 263
Kathryn: 406
Lily Alice: 102, 263
Z
Zackary -
Cal: 162, 268
Claude Arthur (aka: C. A.): 162, 250
John Arthur: 162, 250, 268
Joseph Ethridge: 250
Katherine Mackay: 162, 269
Robert Ethridge: 162, 269
Stephen Michael: 162, 250, 269
Zagst -
Charles Otto III: 129, 264
Charles Otto , Jr.: 264
Jacob George: 129, 264
Zieschang -
Albert John: 471
Carrie Lynn: 416, 471
Jason Amos: 416, 471
Paul Albert: 416, 471
Zimmermann -
Helena Fredericka: 186
Zwetkow -
Kiril Nikolow: 63, 69
Linus Reigel: 63, 70
Nikolo: 63, 69, 70
Zwygart -
Kathy: 158, 260
584