John Herman Hoffmann [Parents] was born on 30 Mar 1883 in Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co., PA and was christened on 29 Sep 1883 in St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co., PA. He died on 26 Dec 1960 in Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co., PA and was buried on 31 Dec 1960 in Northwood Cemetery, Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co., PA. John married Edna Laura Plattenberger on 12 Jul 1916 in Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co., PA.
In 1918 John Herman Hoffmann, age 35, born 30 March 1883, was living at 4413 N. Franklin St., Phila., PA, and was employed as a bookkeeper by Smith Kline & French, 5th and Arch Sts., Phila. His nearest relative was Edna Hoffmann of the same adddress. (WW I draft registration)
In 1942 John Herman Hoffmann, age 59, born 30 March 1883 in Philadelphia, PA, was living at 4413 N. Franklin St., Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co., PA, and was employed by Baur & Maus, Rising Sun Ave. and Bristol St., Philadelphia. The person who would always know his address was Mrs. Edna Hoffmann, of the same address. (WW II draft registration)
(Other sources:
1. PA Certificate of Death #117990-60: John H. Hoffman, 4413 N. Franklin St., Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co., PA, age 77, retired bookkeeper, husband of Edna Hoffmann, father - Simon Hoffmann, mother - unknown, informant - Wm. Hoffman, 1441 Aleott St.
2. US Social Security Applications and Claims Index)
Edna Laura Plattenberger [Parents] was born on 20 May 1891 in PA. She died on 9 Oct 1963 in Masonic Homes Hospital, West Donegal Twp., Lancaster Co., PA and was buried on 11 Oct 1963 in Northwood Cemetery, Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co., PA. Edna married John Herman Hoffmann on 12 Jul 1916 in Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co., PA.
In 1930 Edna (Plattenberger) Hoffman, age 38, was living at 4413 N. Franklin St. in Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co., PA, with her husband, John H. Hoffman, age 47, a bookkeeper in a coal sales office. Edna had been married at the age of 25 and John at the age of 34. Both were born in PA. (1930 census, microfilm roll 2136, Page 5B, house #92, family #92)
In 1940 Edna L. (Plattenberger) Hoffmann, age 49, was living at 4413 N. Franklin St. in Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co., PA, with her husband, John H. Hoffmann, age 57, a bookkeeper-retail coal. Both were born in PA. (1940 census, microfilm roll T627_3742, Page 5B, household #96)
(Other sources:
1. PA Certificate of Death #099242-63: Edna Laura Hoffman, of Masonic Homes, Elizabethtown, Lancaster Co., PA, died Masonic Homes Hospital, West Donegal Twp., Lancaster Co., PA, born 20 May 1891 in PA, died 9 Oct 1963, age 72, widow of John Herman Hoffman, father - Ervin Ivain, mother - Laura Walton, informant - ? Shank, Supt.
2. SSDI)
They had the following children:
Walter Winfield Scott Geeting [Parents] was born on 23 Jan 1850 in Washington Co., MD. He died on 1 Jul 1929 in San Diego Co., CA. Walter married Emma Caroline Beck on 21 Dec 1879 in Ogle Co., IL.
Prior to his marriage to Emma Caroline (nee Beck), Walter Winfield Scott Geeting had been the husband of Edlener J. Geeting (maiden name unknown) by whom he had a son, Charles Asa Geeting (1872-1944). Walter and Edlener divorced before December of 1879 when Walter married Emma Caroline Beck.
Emma Caroline Beck [Parents] was born on 17 Aug 1860 in PA and was christened in Moravian Church, Nazareth, Northampton Co., PA. She died on 13 Apr 1942 in San Diego Co., CA. Emma married Walter Winfield Scott Geeting on 21 Dec 1879 in Ogle Co., IL.
In 1900 Emma (Beck) Geeting (indexed as Geebing), b. Aug 1860 in PA, age 39, was living in Madison Twp., Hancock Co., IA, with her husband, Walter S. Geeting, b. Jan 1850 in MD, age 50, a farmer, and six of their children, all born in IA:
- son Mark Geeting, b. May 1882, age 18, a farm laborer
- daughter Maud Geeting, b. Nov 1888, age 11, at school
- son Leo Geeting, b. Dec 1889, age 10, at school
- daughter Elta Geeting, b. Sep 1892, age 7
- son Ray Geeting, b. Mar 1895, age 5
- daughter Ila Geeting, Aug 1899, age 9 months
Emma and Walter had been married for 20 years. Emma was the mother of 6 children, who were all living in 1900. (1900 census, microfilm roll 434, Page 5A, house #77, family #77)In 1910 Emma C. (Beck) Geeting, b. in PA, age 49, was living at 217 Alexander St. in the 2nd Ward in Mason City, Cerro Gordo, IA, with her husband, Walter S. Geeting, b. in MD, age 60, and three of their children, all born in IA:
- daughter Elta S. Geeting, age 17
- son Ray J. Geeting, age 15
- daughter Ila M. Geeting, age 10
Emma and Walter had been married for 30 years. Emma was the mother of 6 children, who were all living in 1910. Also listed in their household was their married daughter, Maud E. Adams, b. in IA, age 21. Maud had been married less than one year and had no children. Her husband was not listed in the household.(1910 census, microfilm roll T624_396, Page 5B, house #119, family #125)In 1920 Emma C. (Beck) Geeting, b. in PA, age 59, was living on a farm in the Strater District, Phillips Co., Montana, with her husband, Winfield Geeting, b. in MD, age 69, a farmer, and one son:
- Leo Upton Geeting, b. in IA, age 29, a farmer
(1920 census, microfilm roll T625_974, Page 3A, house #44, family #44)In 1930 Emma C. (Beck) Geeting, b. in PA, age 69, a widow, was living in San Diego, San Diego Co., CA, in the household of her married daughter, Maude E. (Geeting) Graney, b. in IA, age 41, and her husband, Leonard W. Graney, b. in WI, age 43, a purser for a motor boat taxi, and one son:
- William I. Graney, b. in IA, age 10
Maude had been married at the age of 26 and Leonard at the age of 28. (1930 census, microfilm roll 192, Page 1B, house #22, family #22)In 1940 Emma C. (Beck) Geeting, b. in PA, age 79, a widow, was living at 3254 Beech St. in San Diego, San Diego Co., CA, in the household of her married daughter, Maude E. (Geeting) Graney, b. in IA, age 51, and her husband, Leonard W. Graney, b. in WI, age 53, an ice man - refrigeration for a hotel, and one son:
- William S. Graney, b. in IA, age 20, a forester for the CCC (1940 census, microfilm roll T627_453, Page 8B, household #186)(Other sources:
1. Illinois Marriage Index
2. Illinois County Marriages
3. CA Death Index)
They had the following children:
M i Mark Elvin Geeting F ii Maude Ella Geeting M iii Leo Upton Geeting F iv Elta Sophia Geeting M v Ray Joseph Geeting F vi Ila May Geeting
Johann Philip Seyfried married Anna Benigna Gambold.
Anna Benigna Gambold married Johann Philip Seyfried.
They had the following children:
F i Seraphina "Sarah" Susanna Seyfried
Jacob Kuntz [Parents] was born about 1830 in Germany (or France). He died on 10 Sep 1882 in Greenfield Twp., Jones Co., IA and was buried in Sep 1882 in Lisbon Cemetery, Lisbon, Linn Co., IA. Jacob married Lucinda Susanna Plattenberger about 1881 in IA.
Other marriages:Smith, Fredericka Henrietta Christiana
Lucinda Plattenberger was Jacob Kuntz's second wife. He had four children by his first wife, Fredericka Henrietta Christana (Smith).
(Other sources:
1. Findagrave.com - Memorial# 146515427)
Lucinda Susanna Plattenberger [Parents] was born on 25 May 1852 in Bushkill Twp., Northampton Co., PA and was christened on 20 Jun 1852 in Moravian Church, Schoeneck, Bushkill Twp., Northampton Co., PA. She died on 14 May 1885 in Easton, Northampton Co., PA and was buried on 18 May 1885 in Easton Cemetery, Easton, Northampton Co., PA. Lucinda married Jacob Kuntz about 1881 in IA.
Other marriages:Hester, Nelson S.
Lucinda Susanna Plattenberger was baptized by Brother Georg Friedrich Tröger. The sponsors at her baptism were John Heller and his wife, Mary (nee Seyfried), and Auguste Plattenberger. (Moravian Church, Schoeneck, Register Book #3, pg. 50, Moravian Archives, Bethlehem, PA)
Lucinda was first married to widower, Jacob Kuntz, whose wife died sometime prior to 1880.
In 1880 Lucinda Susanna Plattenberger (listed in the census as "Lou Blattenberger" a male instead of a female), b. in PA, age 28, and still single, was living in Greenfield Twp., Jones Co., Iowa, in the household of Jacob Kuntz, age 50, born in Braden, a farmer and a widower, and four of his children from his previous marriage: son Charles Kuntz, b. in IA, age 16; son John Kuntz, b. in IA, age 14; son Washington Kuntz, b. in IA, age 12; and daughter Souella Kuntz, b. in IA, age 10. (1880 census, microfilm T9-0348, Page 466B, house #80, family #80)
Jacob died shortly after their marriage and, on 2 October 1884, Lucinda married Nelson S. Hester. Sometime after 1884 Lucinda and Nelson returned to Northampton Co., PA.
Lucinda Susanna is buried with her second husband, Nelson S. Hester, in Plot F-108 in Easton Cemetery.
Lucinda's obituary stated that she was a daughter of Aaron and Sarah Plattenberger and that her first husband was Jacob Kuntz of near Lisbon, Iowa. ("Argus" of May 1885, "Easton Express" of 12 May 1885, "Easton Daily Free Press" of 14 May 1885, "Easton Sentinel" of 20 May 1885)
(Other sources:
1. Iowa, Select Marriages Index, 1758-1996: Lucinda S. (Plattenberger) Kuntz to Nelson S. Hester in Marion, Linn Co., Iowa)
Nelson S. Hester [Parents] was born on 25 Dec 1840 in Easton, Northampton Co., PA. He died on 23 Apr 1902 and was buried on 26 Apr 1902 in Easton Cemetery, Easton, Northampton Co., PA. Nelson married Lucinda Susanna Plattenberger on 2 Oct 1884 in Marion, Linn Co., IA.
Other marriages:Hawk, Mary Jane
Nelson S. Hester is buried in Section F, plot 108, in Easton Cemetery.
Lucinda Susanna Plattenberger [Parents] was born on 25 May 1852 in Bushkill Twp., Northampton Co., PA and was christened on 20 Jun 1852 in Moravian Church, Schoeneck, Bushkill Twp., Northampton Co., PA. She died on 14 May 1885 in Easton, Northampton Co., PA and was buried on 18 May 1885 in Easton Cemetery, Easton, Northampton Co., PA. Lucinda married Nelson S. Hester on 2 Oct 1884 in Marion, Linn Co., IA.
Other marriages:Kuntz, Jacob
Lucinda Susanna Plattenberger was baptized by Brother Georg Friedrich Tröger. The sponsors at her baptism were John Heller and his wife, Mary (nee Seyfried), and Auguste Plattenberger. (Moravian Church, Schoeneck, Register Book #3, pg. 50, Moravian Archives, Bethlehem, PA)
Lucinda was first married to widower, Jacob Kuntz, whose wife died sometime prior to 1880.
In 1880 Lucinda Susanna Plattenberger (listed in the census as "Lou Blattenberger" a male instead of a female), b. in PA, age 28, and still single, was living in Greenfield Twp., Jones Co., Iowa, in the household of Jacob Kuntz, age 50, born in Braden, a farmer and a widower, and four of his children from his previous marriage: son Charles Kuntz, b. in IA, age 16; son John Kuntz, b. in IA, age 14; son Washington Kuntz, b. in IA, age 12; and daughter Souella Kuntz, b. in IA, age 10. (1880 census, microfilm T9-0348, Page 466B, house #80, family #80)
Jacob died shortly after their marriage and, on 2 October 1884, Lucinda married Nelson S. Hester. Sometime after 1884 Lucinda and Nelson returned to Northampton Co., PA.
Lucinda Susanna is buried with her second husband, Nelson S. Hester, in Plot F-108 in Easton Cemetery.
Lucinda's obituary stated that she was a daughter of Aaron and Sarah Plattenberger and that her first husband was Jacob Kuntz of near Lisbon, Iowa. ("Argus" of May 1885, "Easton Express" of 12 May 1885, "Easton Daily Free Press" of 14 May 1885, "Easton Sentinel" of 20 May 1885)
(Other sources:
1. Iowa, Select Marriages Index, 1758-1996: Lucinda S. (Plattenberger) Kuntz to Nelson S. Hester in Marion, Linn Co., Iowa)
James Shelby Plattenburg Jr. [Parents] was born on 30 Oct 1842 in Dover, Lafayette Co., MO. He died on 3 May 1921 in Dover, Lafayette Co., MO and was buried in Oakhill Cemetery, Cassville, Barry Co., MO. James married Mahala Jane Boone on 10 Oct 1879 in Ozark, MO.
In 1880 J. S. Plattenburg, b. in MO, age 36, a lawyer, was living in Bridges, Ozark Co., Missouri, with his wife, Jane Plattenburg, b. in MO, age 20. There were no children or any other individuals listed in their household. (1880 census, National Archives Film T9-0707, Page 539C)
In 1900 James S. Plattenburg, b. Oct 1846 in MO, age 53, a real estate abstract, was living in Cassville, Flat Creek Twp., Barry Co., MO, with his wife, Mahala J. Plattenburg, b. in May 1859 in IN, age 41, and three of their children:
- son James S. Plattenburg, b. Sep 1880 in MO, age 19, at school
- daughter Laura O. Plattenburg, b. Jan 1882 in MO, age 18
- daughter Capitola H. Plattenburg, b. Mar 1887 in MO, age 13
James and Mahala had been married for 20 years. Mahala was the mother of 4 children, of whom 3 were living in 1900. (1900 census, microfilm roll 838, Pages 21A and 21B, house #416, family #433)In 1910 James S. Plattenburg, b. in MO, age 64, an abstractor, was living along Water St. in the South Ward in Cassville, Flat Creek Twp., Barry Co., MO, with his wife, Mahala J. Plattenburg, b. in IN, age 50, and two of their children, both born in MO:
- son James S. Plattenburg, age 29, a printer in general printing
- daughter Avis C. Plattenburg, age 22, an abstractor
James and Mahala had been married for 30 years. Mahala was the mother of 4 children, of whom 3 were living in 1910. (1910 census, microfilm roll T624_767, Page 2A, house #28, family #28)In 1920 James S. Plattenburg, b. in MO, age 77, a bookkeeper in an abstract office, was living along South 3rd St. in Cassville, Flat Creek Twp., Barry Co., MO, with his wife, Jane M. Plattenburg, b. in IN, age 60, and one son:
- James S. Plattenburg, b. in MO, age 39, single, a house carpenter
(1920 census, microfilm roll T625_904, Page 2A, house #30, family #31)In 1930 James' former wife, Jane Plattenburg, b. in IN, age 70, now a widow, was living in Cassville, Flat Creek Twp., Barry Co., MO, in the household of their married daughter, Omi (Plattenburg) Manley, b. in MO, age 44, and her husband, Bon Manley, b. in MO, age 45, an operator at a gas filling station. Omi had been married at the age of 19 and Bon at the age of 20. (1930 census, microfilm roll 1175, Page 2B, house #48, family #49)
In 1940 James' former wife, Jane Plattenburg, b. in IN, age 78, a widow, was living in Cassville, Flat Creek Twp., Barry Co., MO, in the household of their married daughter, Omi (Plattenburg) Manley, b. in MO, age 55, and her husband, Bon Manley, b. in MO, age 55, operator/owner of a service station. (1940 census, microfilm roll T627_2083, Page 14A, household #309)
(Other sources:
1. Missouri, Marriage Records, 1805-2002
2. Findagrave.com - Memorial# 93837666)
Mahala Jane Boone [Parents] was born on 11 May 1859 in Terre Haute, Vigo Co., IN. She died on 12 Apr 1949 in Cassville, Barry Co., MO and was buried on 14 Apr 1949 in Oakhill Cemetery, Cassville, Barry Co., MO. Mahala married James Shelby Plattenburg Jr. on 10 Oct 1879 in Ozark, MO.
(Sources:
1. Findagrave.com - Memorial# 93835399
2. Missouri Certificate of Death #11453: Mahala Jane Plattenburg, of 200 Gravel St., Cassville, Barry Co., MO, born 11 May 1859 in Terre Haute, IN, died 12 Apr 1949 in Barry Co. Hospital, Cassville, Barry Co., MO, age 89, widow of J. S. Plattenburg, father - Samuel Boone, mother - Theresa (unknown), informant - Mrs. Omi Manley, Cassville, MO)
They had the following children:
M i James Selby Plattenburg F ii Ethel E. Plattenburg was born on 11 Dec 1883 in Gainsville, Ozark Co., MO. She died on 2 Feb 1885 in Gainsville, Ozark Co., MO and was buried in Gainsville Cemetery, Gainsville, Ozark Co., MO.
(Sources:
1. Missouri Births and Christenings
2. Findagrave.com - Memorial# 31526408)F iii Omi Laura Plattenburg F iv Avis Capitola Plattenburg
Philip Lewis Plattenberger [Parents] was born on 21 May 1856 in Bushkill Twp., Northampton Co., PA and was christened on 15 Jun 1856 in Parent's home in Bushkill Twp., Northampton Co., PA. He died on 3 Apr 1943 in Lisbon, Linn Co., IA and was buried on 5 Apr 1943 in Lisbon Cemetery, Lisbon, Franklin Twp., Linn Co., IA. Philip married Anna Caroline Spadt on 16 Jan 1879 in United Brethren Parsonage, Lisbon, Linn Co., IA.
Other marriages:Moses, Lavanda K.
Philip Lewis Plattenberger was baptized by Brother William Eberman. The sponsors at his baptism were Philip Seyfried the "gross eltern", and Lewis Plattenberger. (Moravian Church, Schoeneck, Register Book #3, pg. 57, Moravian Archives, Bethlehem, PA)
Philip was married to Anna Caroline Spadt at the United Brethren parsonage in Lisbon, IA, by Rev. F. D. Adams. Their marriage was announced in the "Northampton Correspondent" newspaper of Easton, PA.
In 1880 Philip Plattenberger, b. in PA, age 24 a farmer, was living near his parents in Lisbon, Linn Co., Iowa, with his wife, Anna C. Plattenberger, b. in OH, age 23, and one daughter:
- Chloey Plattenberger, b. in IA, age 5 months
(1880 census, National Archives Film T9-0351, Page 226D)In 1900 Philip Plattenberger, b. May 1856 in PA, age 44, a farmer, was living in Franklin Twp., Linn Co., Iowa, with his wife, Anna C. Plattenberger, b. Dec 1856 in OH, age 43, and two sons, both born in IA:
- Elmer R. Plattenberger, age 18, a farm laborer
- Frank N. Plattenberger, age 15, a farm laborer
Philip and Anna had been married for 21 years. Anna was the mother of 3 children, of whom 2 were living in 1900. Also listed in their household was Philip's father, Aaron J.Plattenberger, b. Feb 1821 in PA, age 79, a widower. (1900 census, microfilm roll 443, Page 18B, house #331, family #336)In 1910 Philip Plattenberger, b. in PA, age 53, was living in Franklin Twp., Linn Co., IA, with his wife, Anna C. Plattenberger, b. in OH, age 53. Philip and Anna had been married for 31 years. Anna was the mother of 3 children, of whom 2 were living in 1910. Also listed in their household was Philip's father, Aaron Plattenberger, b. in PA, age 89, a widower. (1910 census, microfilm roll T624_410, Page 3B, house #76, family #76)
In 1920 Phillip Plattenberger, b. in PA, age 63, a widower, a laborer, was living in Franklin Twp., Linn Co., IA, where he was listed as a lodger in the household of William L. Dahn, age 29, and his wife, Bertha F. Dahn, age 26. Also listed in the household was William's brother, Carl H. Dahn, age 27. The Dahns were all born in IA. (1920 census, microfilm roll T625_499, Page 3A, house #65, family #65)
PLATTENBERGER-WARG
Philip L. Plattenberger and Lavanda Warg were united in marriage at the United Brethren Parsonage, on Wednesday evening at 9:30, by Rev. Chas. J. Roberts. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Frank Plattenberger and sons Glenn and Roy, Mrs. Hallie Zalesky and son Merle, and Mr. and Mrs. Chris Reiger. The bride and groom left on the mid-night train at Cedar Rapids for a wedding trip in Nebraska. They are well known and highly respected citizens of Lisbon. On their return in a few weeks they will make their home here.
(Source: Clipping from "Grandmother Emma Frederick's Scrapbook" in possession of Elizabeth Vandershaaf, emailed to Dale E. Berger on 3 February 2008)In 1930 Philip Plattenberger, b. in PA, age 73, was living in Franklin Twp., Linn Co., IA, with his second wife, Lavanda (listed as Levonia) K. Plattenberger, b. in IA, age 65. Philip had been married at the age of 22 and Lavanda at the age of 18 (prior marriages for both). (1930 census, microfilm roll 664, Page 7B, house #210, family #213)
In 1940 Philip Plattenberger, b. in PA, age 83, a widower, was living along Main St. in Lisbon, Linn Co., IA, with his sister, Mary J. Hahn, b. in PA, a widow.
(1940 census, microfilm roll T627_1175, Page 2A, household #36)Rites are Here for Philip Plattenberger
After nearly 87 years of industry and helpfulness and kindness Philip Lewis Plattenberger fell into the eternal sleep, "a blessed sleep from which none ever wake to weep. His last months were filled with tired hours and his nights with weariness, so that his going home last Saturday morning gave to him a grand release to a new morning in a new realm, where his spirit arrived to the divine dwelling in joy and peace.He was born in Nazareth, North Hampton County, Pa. He was the second child in a family of five children born to Aaron and Sara Suzanna Plattenberger.When he was fourteen years old the family moved to Iowa and made their home on a farm near Lisbon. On Jan. 16, 1879 he was married to Anna C. Spadt, who passed away in 1919. To this union three children were born. A daughter, Cloey, who died when six months old, a son Elmer, who passed away in 1918, and a son Frank, who passed away in 1927. On June 30, 1920 he was married to Lavanda Warg, but again was left alone when she died in February, 1934. Farming was his industry and he pursued it loyally and faithfully through boyhood and manhood, until the family retired and moved to Lisbon in 1908.
Religion with him was high life. Early he was baptised in the Moravian church and when a young man he joined the United Brethern church in Lisbon to which he was active and faithful and financially helpful. He gave his presence to the various church societies and guiding boards. Late illness caused him to cease regular attendance but he never forgot the church in his thoughts and contributions.
A brother Robert preceded him in death, besides those already mentioned. Surviving is his sister, Mrs. Mary Hahn, with whom he made his home the last nine years. Then there are the youthful ones: grandchildren, Glenn and Roy Plattenberger of Lisbon, Mrs. Nelavene Ellis of Trenton, Mo., and Mrs Opal Clark of Springville. The great grandchildren also live to carry his life in memory. Also a step-daughter survives, Mrs. Amos Zalesky of West Branch. Our friend now sleeps, but his memories go marching on, which he made by life of friendship and thoughtfulness. Would each friend of Mr. Plattenberger place a flower on this occasions, his place of rest would be covered.This record includes the period of his life, history of hs family, and some deeds of person, between May 21, 1856 and April 3, 1943. Funeral services for Philip Plattenberger held Monday afternoon in the Federated church were in charge of the pastor, Rev. Albert H. Fadenrecht. Mrs. Fred Downing and Miss Hazel Runkle sang. Miss Daisy Burd was organist. Interment was in the Lisbon cemetery. Casket bearers were D. W. Morningstar, C. W. Carbee, W. E. Challis, E. M. Franks, J. H. Miller, T.M. Lee. Relatives from out of town were: Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Plattenberger, James Plattenberger and Bert Plattenberger of Savanna, Ill., Mr. and Mrs. Len Hollenbeck, Cedar Rapids, Mr. and Mrs. James Clark, Springville, Mrs. Amos Zalesky, West Branch, Mr. and Mrs. Luther Plattenberger, Mt. Vernon.
CARD OF THANKS
We wish to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to our neighbors and friends for their acts of kindness and sympathy during our recent bereavement. Mrs. Mary Hahn, Mrs. Nellie Plattenberger, Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Plattenberger, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Plattenberger(Source: Clipping from "Grandmother Emma Frederick's Scrapbook" and from Nellie Plattenberger scrapbook, both in possession of Elizabeth Vanderschaaf, emailed to Dale E. Berger on 3 February 2008)
(Other sources:
1. Findagrave.com - Memorial# 82195598)
Anna Caroline Spadt [Parents] was born on 20 Dec 1856 in Fairfield Co., OH. She died on 13 Jul 1919 in Lisbon, Linn Co., IA and was buried on 15 Jul 1919 in Lisbon Cemetery, Lisbon, Franklin Twp., Linn Co., IA. Anna married Philip Lewis Plattenberger on 16 Jan 1879 in United Brethren Parsonage, Lisbon, Linn Co., IA.
Anna Caroline (Spadt) Plattenberger moved with her parents from Fairfield Co., Ohio, to Lisbon, Iowa in 1869. She was a member of the United Brethren Church of Lisbon, IA. She died in her home in Lisbon and was buried in Lisbon Cemetery.
MRS. PHILLIP PLATTENBERGER
Anna C. Spadt, daughter of Israel and Elizabeth Spadt, was born in Fairfield Co., Ohio, December 20, 1856 and departed this life at her late home in Lisbon, Iowa, Sunday, July 13, 1919, aged 62 years, 6 months and 13 days.Her parents moved to Lisbon, Iowa, in the year 1869. She was united in marriage to Philip Plattenberger, January 16th, 1879 at the United Brethren parsonage in Lisbon by Rev. F. D. Adams. One daughter and two sons were born to this union, Cloey who died August 13, 1880, aged 6 months and 27 days. Elmer who died April 1st, 1918, being 36 years of age and Frank who lives near Lisbon. She has four grandchildren as follows: Nelvin and Opal of Springville and Glenn and Roy of Lisbon. She has one brother living, Peter Spadt of Wilbur, Nebraska.
These with her husband and other relatives and friends mourn her departure. Mrs. Plattenburger united with the United Brethren church of Lisbon, soon after her marriage and has been a faithful and consistent member since that time. She was a great lover of the home and was always glad to have her friends visit her.For a period of about twelve years she has been afflicted and during that time she has suffered at times very much, but has always born her suffering with great patience. She would often say "live right and do good to all people and dying will take care of itself." She always inquired concerning those in the community who were sick and suffering and would often remember them with acts of kindness. Her last sickness was of brief duration only lasting one week. Only one week ago last Sunday morning she wanted Philip to go to Sunday school and church saying she could get along, but he knowing she was worse than she had been felt it his duty to stay with her. She always attended church when at all able partly because she felt it her duty to go, but also because she loved to attend the services of God's house. On last Sunday afternoon at 2:15 o'clock, she calmly breathed her last without a struggle: "Servant of God, well done; Thy glorious warfare's past,
The battle's fought the race is run And thou art crowned at last." The funeral was held at the United Brethren church, Tuesday afternoon at 1:30 conducted by the pastor Rev. Chas J. Roberts. Burial in Lisbon cemetery. (Source: Clipping from "Grandmother Emma Frederick's Scrapbook" in possession of Elizabeth Vanderschaaf, emailed to Dale E. Berger on 3 February 2008)
(Other sources:
1. Findagrave.com - Memorial# 82240560)
They had the following children:
F i Cloey Plattenberger was born on 17 Jan 1880 in Lisbon, Linn Co., IA. She died on 13 Aug 1880 in Lisbon, Linn Co., IA and was buried in Lisbon Cemetery, Lisbon, Franklin Twp., Linn Co., IA.
(Sources:
1. Findagrave.com - Memorial# 119833865)M ii Elmer Ray Plattenberger M iii Frank Nelson Plattenberger
Philip Lewis Plattenberger [Parents] was born on 21 May 1856 in Bushkill Twp., Northampton Co., PA and was christened on 15 Jun 1856 in Parent's home in Bushkill Twp., Northampton Co., PA. He died on 3 Apr 1943 in Lisbon, Linn Co., IA and was buried on 5 Apr 1943 in Lisbon Cemetery, Lisbon, Franklin Twp., Linn Co., IA. Philip married Lavanda K. Moses on 30 Jun 1920 in United Brethren Parsonage, Lisbon, Linn Co., IA.
Other marriages:Spadt, Anna Caroline
Philip Lewis Plattenberger was baptized by Brother William Eberman. The sponsors at his baptism were Philip Seyfried the "gross eltern", and Lewis Plattenberger. (Moravian Church, Schoeneck, Register Book #3, pg. 57, Moravian Archives, Bethlehem, PA)
Philip was married to Anna Caroline Spadt at the United Brethren parsonage in Lisbon, IA, by Rev. F. D. Adams. Their marriage was announced in the "Northampton Correspondent" newspaper of Easton, PA.
In 1880 Philip Plattenberger, b. in PA, age 24 a farmer, was living near his parents in Lisbon, Linn Co., Iowa, with his wife, Anna C. Plattenberger, b. in OH, age 23, and one daughter:
- Chloey Plattenberger, b. in IA, age 5 months
(1880 census, National Archives Film T9-0351, Page 226D)In 1900 Philip Plattenberger, b. May 1856 in PA, age 44, a farmer, was living in Franklin Twp., Linn Co., Iowa, with his wife, Anna C. Plattenberger, b. Dec 1856 in OH, age 43, and two sons, both born in IA:
- Elmer R. Plattenberger, age 18, a farm laborer
- Frank N. Plattenberger, age 15, a farm laborer
Philip and Anna had been married for 21 years. Anna was the mother of 3 children, of whom 2 were living in 1900. Also listed in their household was Philip's father, Aaron J.Plattenberger, b. Feb 1821 in PA, age 79, a widower. (1900 census, microfilm roll 443, Page 18B, house #331, family #336)In 1910 Philip Plattenberger, b. in PA, age 53, was living in Franklin Twp., Linn Co., IA, with his wife, Anna C. Plattenberger, b. in OH, age 53. Philip and Anna had been married for 31 years. Anna was the mother of 3 children, of whom 2 were living in 1910. Also listed in their household was Philip's father, Aaron Plattenberger, b. in PA, age 89, a widower. (1910 census, microfilm roll T624_410, Page 3B, house #76, family #76)
In 1920 Phillip Plattenberger, b. in PA, age 63, a widower, a laborer, was living in Franklin Twp., Linn Co., IA, where he was listed as a lodger in the household of William L. Dahn, age 29, and his wife, Bertha F. Dahn, age 26. Also listed in the household was William's brother, Carl H. Dahn, age 27. The Dahns were all born in IA. (1920 census, microfilm roll T625_499, Page 3A, house #65, family #65)
PLATTENBERGER-WARG
Philip L. Plattenberger and Lavanda Warg were united in marriage at the United Brethren Parsonage, on Wednesday evening at 9:30, by Rev. Chas. J. Roberts. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Frank Plattenberger and sons Glenn and Roy, Mrs. Hallie Zalesky and son Merle, and Mr. and Mrs. Chris Reiger. The bride and groom left on the mid-night train at Cedar Rapids for a wedding trip in Nebraska. They are well known and highly respected citizens of Lisbon. On their return in a few weeks they will make their home here.
(Source: Clipping from "Grandmother Emma Frederick's Scrapbook" in possession of Elizabeth Vandershaaf, emailed to Dale E. Berger on 3 February 2008)In 1930 Philip Plattenberger, b. in PA, age 73, was living in Franklin Twp., Linn Co., IA, with his second wife, Lavanda (listed as Levonia) K. Plattenberger, b. in IA, age 65. Philip had been married at the age of 22 and Lavanda at the age of 18 (prior marriages for both). (1930 census, microfilm roll 664, Page 7B, house #210, family #213)
In 1940 Philip Plattenberger, b. in PA, age 83, a widower, was living along Main St. in Lisbon, Linn Co., IA, with his sister, Mary J. Hahn, b. in PA, a widow.
(1940 census, microfilm roll T627_1175, Page 2A, household #36)Rites are Here for Philip Plattenberger
After nearly 87 years of industry and helpfulness and kindness Philip Lewis Plattenberger fell into the eternal sleep, "a blessed sleep from which none ever wake to weep. His last months were filled with tired hours and his nights with weariness, so that his going home last Saturday morning gave to him a grand release to a new morning in a new realm, where his spirit arrived to the divine dwelling in joy and peace.He was born in Nazareth, North Hampton County, Pa. He was the second child in a family of five children born to Aaron and Sara Suzanna Plattenberger.When he was fourteen years old the family moved to Iowa and made their home on a farm near Lisbon. On Jan. 16, 1879 he was married to Anna C. Spadt, who passed away in 1919. To this union three children were born. A daughter, Cloey, who died when six months old, a son Elmer, who passed away in 1918, and a son Frank, who passed away in 1927. On June 30, 1920 he was married to Lavanda Warg, but again was left alone when she died in February, 1934. Farming was his industry and he pursued it loyally and faithfully through boyhood and manhood, until the family retired and moved to Lisbon in 1908.
Religion with him was high life. Early he was baptised in the Moravian church and when a young man he joined the United Brethern church in Lisbon to which he was active and faithful and financially helpful. He gave his presence to the various church societies and guiding boards. Late illness caused him to cease regular attendance but he never forgot the church in his thoughts and contributions.
A brother Robert preceded him in death, besides those already mentioned. Surviving is his sister, Mrs. Mary Hahn, with whom he made his home the last nine years. Then there are the youthful ones: grandchildren, Glenn and Roy Plattenberger of Lisbon, Mrs. Nelavene Ellis of Trenton, Mo., and Mrs Opal Clark of Springville. The great grandchildren also live to carry his life in memory. Also a step-daughter survives, Mrs. Amos Zalesky of West Branch. Our friend now sleeps, but his memories go marching on, which he made by life of friendship and thoughtfulness. Would each friend of Mr. Plattenberger place a flower on this occasions, his place of rest would be covered.This record includes the period of his life, history of hs family, and some deeds of person, between May 21, 1856 and April 3, 1943. Funeral services for Philip Plattenberger held Monday afternoon in the Federated church were in charge of the pastor, Rev. Albert H. Fadenrecht. Mrs. Fred Downing and Miss Hazel Runkle sang. Miss Daisy Burd was organist. Interment was in the Lisbon cemetery. Casket bearers were D. W. Morningstar, C. W. Carbee, W. E. Challis, E. M. Franks, J. H. Miller, T.M. Lee. Relatives from out of town were: Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Plattenberger, James Plattenberger and Bert Plattenberger of Savanna, Ill., Mr. and Mrs. Len Hollenbeck, Cedar Rapids, Mr. and Mrs. James Clark, Springville, Mrs. Amos Zalesky, West Branch, Mr. and Mrs. Luther Plattenberger, Mt. Vernon.
CARD OF THANKS
We wish to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to our neighbors and friends for their acts of kindness and sympathy during our recent bereavement. Mrs. Mary Hahn, Mrs. Nellie Plattenberger, Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Plattenberger, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Plattenberger(Source: Clipping from "Grandmother Emma Frederick's Scrapbook" and from Nellie Plattenberger scrapbook, both in possession of Elizabeth Vanderschaaf, emailed to Dale E. Berger on 3 February 2008)
(Other sources:
1. Findagrave.com - Memorial# 82195598)
Lavanda K. Moses [Parents] was born on 19 Oct 1865 in IA. She died on 13 Feb 1934 and was buried in Lisbon Cemetery, Lisbon, Franklin Twp., Linn Co., IA. Lavanda married Philip Lewis Plattenberger on 30 Jun 1920 in United Brethren Parsonage, Lisbon, Linn Co., IA.
Other marriages:Warg, Reuben J.
Prior to her marriage to Philip Lewis Plattenberger, Lavanda (nee Moses) had been the wife of Reuben J. Warg.
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Christian Henry Reiger [Parents] was born on 3 Jan 1862 in Linn Co., IA. He died on 7 Aug 1923 in North of Lisbon, Linn Co., IA and was buried in Aug 1923 in Lisbon Cemetery, Lisbon, Franklin Twp., Linn Co., IA. Christian married Mary Jane Plattenberger on 23 Dec 1885 in Lisbon, Linn Co., IA.
C. H. REIGER'S LIFE ENDS
Mayor Hahn Issues Official Call to People to Cease Labors at 3 o'clock Friday
Christian Henry Reiger, one of the community's most highly esteemed and successful farmers, long a familiar figure mingling with the people and activities of Lisbon, completed life's journey, died Tuesday at his late home a short distance north of town at the comparatively early age of 61 years. He had been in failing health for some time.Christian Henry Reiger, son of John and Anna Reiger, was born in Linn county, Iowa, January 3, 1862. He was one of seven children, of whom one, Mary, died many years ago. He continued living at home until 1881. December 23, 1885, he was united in marriage with Mary J. Plattenberger. To this union there were born three children, Howard, Arthur, and Willard. Arthur passed away at about three years.
Mr. Reiger followed the occupation of farming, all of his activelife, and achieved a large degree of success. Aside from the duties that devolved upon him, in the pursuit of his chosen calling, he found time to serve his community in various ways, as a member of the township school board for sixteen years, and township trustee for seven years. He was also a director of the Linn Grove Mutual Insurance company for two terms, and was elected for a third. In these and other capacities, he was always found faithful and efficient. He was a useful citizen, and also a Christian man. A remarkable experience attended his conversion. It was during a spell of sickness, and led by the counsel of a devoted Christian mother, and in answer to her prayers, that his decision was made, and which was accompanied by a beautiful and satisfying experience, a convincing evidence to his soul, of his acceptance as a child of God. The impression made upon his mind and heart continued through the years, and only a few weeks ago he recounted the circumstances to his pastor, with a feeling abounding joy. Mr. Rieger lived and died an earnest Christian. He first united with the Evangelical church, but in recent years has been identified with the United Brethren church of Lisbon, in which he proved himself faithful and serviceable.
He was also a member of the Benjamin Franklin lodge, No. 574, A. F. and A. M. of Lisbon, and the Order of the Eastern Star. Mr. Rieger was charitably inclined, of a genial disposition, and always desired to be helpful, and indeed was so, in a multitude of ways, among his neighbors and friends, and who, in turn, sincerely appreciated him for his sterling qualities of character, and his constant readiness to serve. He was like a father to the younger men of his neighborhood, and some were wont to pay him the fine compliment that, because of his ability and disposition to be helpful in every possible way, he "ought never to die." Of course, such a man will be missed, at many turns, in the experience of those who have known him and been associated with him.
The decedent is survived by his wife and two sons, Howard and Willard, and one grandchild, also five brothers, John, Andrew and William of Lisbon; Matthias and Charles of Waubeek; and one sister, Mrs. Will Henderson of Mechanicsville.
Mr. Reiger had been in ill health for some time. He kept growing worse, causing him no little suffering. Death came to his relief Tuesday morning, August 7, (1923) at the age of 61 years, 7 months, 4 days.The funeral service is being held at the Federated church at Lisbon, this afternoon, at 2 o'clock, in charge of Rev. L. P. Krome, assisted by Rev. Dillavon of Olin, a former pastor of the Lisbon U. B. church, and friend of the deceased. The service at the grave was in charge of the local Masonic lodge."
(Other sources:
1. Findagrave.com - Memorial# 141628240)(Note: Christian Henry's obituary shows he was born on 3 January 1862 but the year of birth on his tombstone is 1861.)
Mary Jane Plattenberger [Parents] was born on 13 Nov 1859 in Bushkill Twp., Northampton Co., PA and was christened on 18 Dec 1859 in Moravian Church, Schoeneck, Bushkill Twp., Northampton Co., PA. She died on 19 Jan 1953 in Lisbon, Linn Co., IA and was buried in Jan 1953 in Lisbon Cemetery, Lisbon, Franklin Twp., Linn Co., IA. Mary married Christian Henry Reiger on 23 Dec 1885 in Lisbon, Linn Co., IA.
Other marriages:Hahn, Richard Franklin
Mary Jane Plattenberger was baptized by Brother Ehrenfried Linke. The sponsors at her baptism were Harry Gross and his wife, Maria, and Lucinda Clewell. (Moravian Church, Schoeneck, Register Book #3, pg. 77, Moravian Archives, Bethlehem, PA)
In 1900 Mary J. (Plattenberger) Reiger (listed as Ringer), b. Nov 1859 in PA, age 40, was living in Linn Twp., Linn Co., IA, with her first husband, Christian Reiger, b. Jan 1861 in IA, age 39, a farmer, and two sons, both born in IA:
- Howard A. Reiger, b. Jul 1888, age 11, at school
- Willard E. Reiger, b. Jan 1899, age 1
Mary and Christian had been married for 15 years. Mary was the mother of 3 children, of whom 2 were living in 1900. (1900 census, microfim roll 443, Page 12B, house #195, family #196)In 1910 Mary (Plattenberger) Reiger, b. in PA, age 49, was living in Linn Twp., Linn Co., IA, with her first husband, Chris H. Reiger, b. in IA, age 46, a farmer, and two sons, both born in IA:
- Howard Reiger, age 21, a farm laborer
- Willard Reiger, age 11
Mary and Chris had been married for 24 years. Mary was the mother of 3 children, of whom 2 were living in 1910. (1910 census, microfilm roll T624_410, Page 3B, house #59, family #59)In 1920 Mary J. (Plattenberger) Reiger, b. in PA, age 60, was living on a farm in Linn Twp., Linn Co., IA, with her first husband, Chris H. Reiger, b. in IA, age 58, a farmer, and one son:
- Williard E. Reiger, b. in IA, age 20, a farmer
(1920 census, microfilm roll T625_499, Page 8A, house #167, family #167)Mary Jane was married to her second husband, R. Frank Hahn, at the Federated Church parsonage by Rev. L. P. Krome. They lived in Lisbon, IA.
In 1930 Mary (Plattenberger) Hahn, b. in PA, age 72, was living in Franklin Twp., Linn Co., IA, with her second husband, Richard F. Hahn, b. in PA, age 78. Mary had been married at the age of 26 and Richard at the age of 21 (prior marriages).
(1930 census, microfilm roll 664, Page 3B, house #79, family #80)In 1940 Mary J. (Plattenberger) Hahn, b. in PA, a widow, was living along Main St. in Lisbon, Linn Co., IA, in the household of her brother, Philip Plattenberger, b. in PA, age 83, a widower. (1940 census, microfilm roll T627_1175, Page 2A, household #36)
(Note: Mt. Vernon, IA, funeral home records show that Mary Jane (Plattenberger) Reiger Hahn was born 15 November 1859. However, the church records of her baptism show she was born 13 November 1859.)
(Other sources:
1. Marriage to Christian H. Reiger - Iowa, Select Marriages Index, 1758-1996
2. Findagrave.com - Memorial# 141628225)
They had the following children:
M i Howard Aaron Reiger M ii Arthur William Reiger was born on 9 Feb 1895. He died on 13 Dec 1897 and was buried in Lisbon Cemetery, Lisbon, Franklin Twp., Linn Co., IA.
(Sources:
1. Findagrave.com - Memorial# 141628214)M iii Willard "Billie" Etter Reiger
Richard Franklin Hahn [Parents] was born on 22 Sep 1851 in PA. He died on 11 Aug 1933 in IA and was buried in Aug 1933 in Lisbon Cemetery, Lisbon, Linn Co., IA. Richard married Mary Jane Plattenberger on 5 Dec 1925 in Parsonage of Federated Church, Lisbon, Linn Co., IA.
Other marriages:Moore, Christena
Prior to his marriage to Mary Jane (Plattenberger) Rieger, Richard Franklin Hahn had been the husband of Christena (Moore).
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Mary Jane Plattenberger [Parents] was born on 13 Nov 1859 in Bushkill Twp., Northampton Co., PA and was christened on 18 Dec 1859 in Moravian Church, Schoeneck, Bushkill Twp., Northampton Co., PA. She died on 19 Jan 1953 in Lisbon, Linn Co., IA and was buried in Jan 1953 in Lisbon Cemetery, Lisbon, Franklin Twp., Linn Co., IA. Mary married Richard Franklin Hahn on 5 Dec 1925 in Parsonage of Federated Church, Lisbon, Linn Co., IA.
Other marriages:Reiger, Christian Henry
Mary Jane Plattenberger was baptized by Brother Ehrenfried Linke. The sponsors at her baptism were Harry Gross and his wife, Maria, and Lucinda Clewell. (Moravian Church, Schoeneck, Register Book #3, pg. 77, Moravian Archives, Bethlehem, PA)
In 1900 Mary J. (Plattenberger) Reiger (listed as Ringer), b. Nov 1859 in PA, age 40, was living in Linn Twp., Linn Co., IA, with her first husband, Christian Reiger, b. Jan 1861 in IA, age 39, a farmer, and two sons, both born in IA:
- Howard A. Reiger, b. Jul 1888, age 11, at school
- Willard E. Reiger, b. Jan 1899, age 1
Mary and Christian had been married for 15 years. Mary was the mother of 3 children, of whom 2 were living in 1900. (1900 census, microfim roll 443, Page 12B, house #195, family #196)In 1910 Mary (Plattenberger) Reiger, b. in PA, age 49, was living in Linn Twp., Linn Co., IA, with her first husband, Chris H. Reiger, b. in IA, age 46, a farmer, and two sons, both born in IA:
- Howard Reiger, age 21, a farm laborer
- Willard Reiger, age 11
Mary and Chris had been married for 24 years. Mary was the mother of 3 children, of whom 2 were living in 1910. (1910 census, microfilm roll T624_410, Page 3B, house #59, family #59)In 1920 Mary J. (Plattenberger) Reiger, b. in PA, age 60, was living on a farm in Linn Twp., Linn Co., IA, with her first husband, Chris H. Reiger, b. in IA, age 58, a farmer, and one son:
- Williard E. Reiger, b. in IA, age 20, a farmer
(1920 census, microfilm roll T625_499, Page 8A, house #167, family #167)Mary Jane was married to her second husband, R. Frank Hahn, at the Federated Church parsonage by Rev. L. P. Krome. They lived in Lisbon, IA.
In 1930 Mary (Plattenberger) Hahn, b. in PA, age 72, was living in Franklin Twp., Linn Co., IA, with her second husband, Richard F. Hahn, b. in PA, age 78. Mary had been married at the age of 26 and Richard at the age of 21 (prior marriages).
(1930 census, microfilm roll 664, Page 3B, house #79, family #80)In 1940 Mary J. (Plattenberger) Hahn, b. in PA, a widow, was living along Main St. in Lisbon, Linn Co., IA, in the household of her brother, Philip Plattenberger, b. in PA, age 83, a widower. (1940 census, microfilm roll T627_1175, Page 2A, household #36)
(Note: Mt. Vernon, IA, funeral home records show that Mary Jane (Plattenberger) Reiger Hahn was born 15 November 1859. However, the church records of her baptism show she was born 13 November 1859.)
(Other sources:
1. Marriage to Christian H. Reiger - Iowa, Select Marriages Index, 1758-1996
2. Findagrave.com - Memorial# 141628225)