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| 2851 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt CALVIN J. OPP Calvin Opp and Ella Fischer were married September 22, 1940 and moved to their own farm a short time after their marriage. Calvin was one of seven sons born to John D. and Elizabeth (Neuharth) Opp of rural Eureka, November 8, 1914. John D. was born in Gluckstal, Russia, February 3, 1877, arrived in Eureka in 1884 and homesteaded northeast of Eureka. He died November 11, 1953. Elizabeth Neuharth was born in Hutchinson County, South Dakota February 10, 1881 and died August 16, 1967. The children born to the Opps include: John, Elizabeth Ulrich, Bertha Job, Otto, Helen (Donahue) Young, Rueben, Rudolph, Pauline, Allan, Edmund, Alma Donahue, and Calvin. Ella was one of nine children born to Christ and Emma (Kusler) Fischer of Greenway August 16, 1918. (See Benny Nies history). Ella died June 24, 1983 after an extended illness. Three daughters were born to Calvin and Ella. Mary, born January 3, 1943 lives in Burnsville, Minnesota. Jean was born May 10, 1945, is married to Arlo Bertsch and lives in Bloomington, Minnesota. Kathleen, born August 9, 1952 is married to John Streifel and they live in Ashley, North Dakota. Calvin continues to operate the farm northeast of Eureka and is a member of the Reformed Church. Past activities include serving on the rural school board and church board. | Opp, Calvin J. (I104744)
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| 2852 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt CARL ACKERMAN. JR. Carl and Ada Ackerman, Jr. with children, Curtis, Carla and Larry. Carl Ackerman, Jr., son of Carl, Sr. and Matilda, lived his boyhood years on his parents' farm near Greenway, South Dakota. On March 8, 1934, Carl, Jr. married Ada Bender, daughter of Martina and Fredrika (Schnabel) Bender of rural Zeeland. Ada was born June 24, 1914. Carl and Ada farmed with his parents for two years and then moved to Greenway where they continued to farm from town. In 1938, the couple moved to a farm three miles southwest of Greenway. The couple had three children, Larry, born September 28, 1944; Curtis, born May 6, 1950; and Carla, born August 11, 1957. During their years on the farm, Carl served on the A.S.C.S. committee in Campbell County, 24 years of service were with the community committee and six years were with the county committee. He served a total of thirty years, for which he was honored upon retirement. Ada was busy raising the children and helping with the farm. In September, 1975, the couple retired and moved to Eureka. CHILDREN OF CARL AND ADA ACKERMAN Carl and Ada Ackerman, Jr. with children and grandchildren. Left to right, front row: Ryan, Toby, Jeanie, Ada, Kim, Carla, Jason, and Traci. Left to right, back row: Curtis, Carl, Earl, Jody, Larry, Carol and Cheryl. On January 31, 1964, Larry Ackerman married Carol Schlittenhart, daughter of Christ and Lydia (Schell) Schlittenhart. Carol was born September 5, 1947. Their daughter, Cheryl, was born August 15, 1965. On May 23, 1967, an infant son, Stacy, was born and died. A son, Jody, was born February 4, 1969, and a daughter, Traci, was born April 22, 1976. Larry and Carol presently reside in Aberdeen where Carol works at St. Luke's Hospital and Larry is employed by H. H. Hoffman on a ranch near Mina. Their daughter, Cheryl, married Eric Hanson on November 17, 1985 and currently lives in Spearfish, South Dakota. Curtis, youngest son of Carl and Ada Ackerman, married Jeanie Quenzer, daughter of Albert and Alvina (Walther) Quenzer, on June 21, 1975. Jeanie was born August 4, 1957. They have two sons, Toby, born May 15, 1976, and Ryan, born October 27, 1979. Curtis and Jeanie took over his parents' farming operation in 1975 when Carl and Ada retired. Jeanie works part-time at the Lutheran Home in Eureka, and Curtis, following in his father's footsteps, has served on the A.S.C.S. Campbell County committee for the past eleven years. Carla, daughter of Carl and Ada, married Earl Rohrbach, son of Albert and Ester (Beck) Rohrbach on October 20, 1973. Earl was born July 23, 1952. They have two sons, Kim, born February 21, 1974, and Jason, born July 5, 1975. Carla is a kidney dialysis assistant and works part-time at the Lutheran Home in Eureka. She also helps her husband, Earl, who has taken over his parents farm and is running the operation. | Ackerman, Carl (I111157)
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| 2853 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt CHRIST AND ELIZABETH FIECHTNER Christ Fiechtner was born May 20, 1891 to Jacob and Sophia Kienzle Fiechtner in Hoffnungstal, South Russia. He came to America with his parents as a young boy and settled on a farm north of Lehr, North Dakota. Jacob Fiechtner passed away in 1914. In 1915 Sophia married Fred Reiner from Hosmer, South Dakota. Christ had two brothers and two sisters all living in North Dakota. Christian J. Fiechtner and Elizabeth (Bitz) Fiechtner Christ married Elizabeth Bitz in March 1916. Elizabeth was born June 7, 1895 to Daniel and Fredericka Walz Bitz. Daniel Bitz passed away in 1943 and Mrs. Bitz in 1958. Christ and Elizabeth farmed in North Dakota for a short time then moving to the Bitz farm five miles south of Eureka. In 1920 they built a home and moved into Eureka where Christ worked for Eureka Equity Exchange. In 1925 he and his brother, Jacob, bought the elevator from Mr. Bohle. The elevator burned in 1938. Christ then did various kinds of work before purchasing a service station from Erwin Weisz which Christ sold to Mike Pfeifle in 1943. Christ also served as a volunteer fireman and city alderman. Shortly after he sold his business he passed away, February 1944, at the age of 53 years. Elizabeth Fiechtner continued to live in Eureka until 1973 when she became a resident of the Aberdeen Nursing Center after leaving the Lutheran Home in Eureka. She passed away December 29, 1978. The Fiechtner's are buried at the Eureka Cemetery. Christ and Elizabeth had five living children while some died in infancy. The children are Emelia, Mrs. Henry Neuharth, Aberdeen, South Dakota; Emanuel, Casper, Wyoming; Esther, Mrs. Theo. Neuharth, died December 19, 1969; Edmund, Cheyenne, Wyoming; Ellwood, Casper, Wyoming, married to Robbie Tyler. | Fiechtner, Christ (I104176)
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| 2854 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt CHRIST AND ERNESTINA DAIS Christ Dais was born January 20, 1901 to George and Christina (Gohl) Dais. He has eight brothers and sisters, Jacob, Katherine, John, George, David, Martha, Daniel, Benjamin. Christ's father, George, Sr., was born February 15, 1863 in Russia and died May 26, 1926. Christina was born March 11, 1863 in Russia and died June 17, 1949. George and Christina moved from Glucksthal, South Russia in 1889, and, within a month, they arrived in Eureka. During the spring they stayed with George's brother-in-law, Jacob Gable. He then claimed 160 acres from the government, put up a building which served as both house and barn under one roof (made of sod), and seeded 15 acres of flax. They were hailed out. In the fall of 1894, George went to Wells County, North Dakota where he worked with a threshing crew for $1.00 a Mr. and Mrs. Christ Dais day. He earned $28.00 to take home. At the time, Christina was at home with three children. While George was gone, she ran out of food. She walked three miles to Jacob Bieber's and traded a Russian veil in exchange for a little food to last until George came home. Shortly afterward George homesteaded his place. He bought two oxen and a hand plow. It was not easy to work with oxen. George had to walk behind them, and when they got hungry, they just went home, no matter what time it was. In 1919, George and Christina moved to a farm five miles north of Eureka. In 1923, they moved to Eureka. George died in 1926 and Christina died in 1949. Christ married Ernestina Diede on December 16, 1920. Her father, Anton Diede, was born September 20, 1867 in Johannestal, South Russia, came to the United States in 1901 and died August 7, 1956. Her mother, Margretha (Kluck) Diede was born June 4, 1873 in New Danzig, South Russia and died October 16, 1968. Their 13 children were Katherine, Henry, Ernestina, August, Anton, Martha, Adam, Gideon, Pauline, Theodore, Alma, Jacob and Sarah. Ernestina and Christ farmed five miles north of Eureka on the family place. They had two boys, Edmund, born May 17, 1922, and Edwin, born October 3, 1923. Edmund was married to Gladys Stoeker. They had one daughter, Lanette. Lanette married Edward Motes and lives in Florida with their children, David and Buffy. Edmund died March 3, 1978. Edwin married Hulda Werth from Lehr, North Dakota. They have two children, Judy and Jerry. Judy married Leroy Kolb. They have four children. Jerry married Karen Kurle. They have three daughters. Edwin and Christ farmed about 1500 acres, and, at the same time, went into carpentry and building. In 1948, Edwin and Hulda moved to the farm, and Ernestina and Christ moved to town where they built their first house. Edwin and Jerry farmed the land from 1966 until 1984. At that time, Jerry took over. Late in the fall of 1954, Ernestina and Christ sold their first home and built the house that Christ lives in today. They had a big garden and beautiful flowers that Ernestina took care of while Christ did carpenter work. Ernestina died on November 28, 1985. | Dais, Christ (I109379)
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| 2855 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt CHRIST AND EVA WELLER Christ A. Weller was born July 3, 1898 in Eureka to Adam and Elizabeth Weller. Christ's father, Adam, was born May 15, 1864 in South Russia and died June 28, 1942. Christ's mother was born July 31, 1868 in Russia and died March 21, 1941. Christ's parents were farmers, later retired and lived in Eureka. Christ's brothers and sisters are John, Eureka; William, Eureka; Henry, Lodi, California; Emil, Eureka; Dora Kramlick, deceased; Kathrine Ottenbacher, deceased; Selma Kuebler, deceased; Lydia Eiseman, deceased; Albina Straub, Lodi, California; and Hulda Hoff, Eureka. Christ attended grade school. Christ A. Weller family--back row, left to right: Viola and Harvey. Front row: Christ and Eva. Christ Weller married Eva Hoff in November 1920. Eva was born March 22, 1897 at Eureka to Jacob and Kathrina Hoff. Eva's father was born in Russia and died November 4, 1934. Eva's mother was born August 14, 1863 at Russia and passed away June 13, 1937. Eva's parents were farmers, later retired in Eureka until their death. Eva's brothers and sisters are all deceased. They were Daniel, Henry, Edward, Theodore, Albert, Otto and Christina Weller. Eva attended school through the third grade. After their marriage they were farmers. Christ also did common labor. Eva was a housewife and seamstress for many years. They are members of the Zion Lutheran Church. They have four children. Harvey Weller born November 27, 1923, married Alice Kurle, born May 21, 1924. They live at Eureka. They have five children: Ronald, Dennis, Connie, Judith and Cynthia. Viola Weller born August 9, 1920, married Louie Oswald, born December 30, l911. They have one son, Donald. Eldo Fauth (Eva's son) born November 25, 1915, married Frieda Fisher, born July 22, 1919. They have one son, Curtis. Walter Fauth (Eva's son) born July 30, 1917, married Elizabeth Gabriel, born December 2, 1919. They had two children, Arnold and Beatrice. Walter passed away June 7, 1964. Christ died September 20, 1980. Eva lives in Eureka. | Weller, Christian (I97722)
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| 2856 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt CHRIST J. AND MARY WOLFF Mr. and Mrs. Christ J. Wolff, Ella, Alma, and Edwin. Christ J. was born January 16, 1891 in McPherson County east of Eureka and died April 3, 1963. He had eight brothers and two sisters, one brother died in infancy. He was the son of Christ G. and Katherine (Gutjar) Wolff, who were born in Bergdorf, South Russia and came to McPherson County, October, 1889, with two small children. Christ married Mary Hoff on February 24, 1914. She was the daughter of Michael and Katharine (Gohl) Hoff Sr., who were both born in Kassel, South Russia. Mary was born September 27, 1895 and died June 11, 1966. After their marriage, Christ and Mary lived in Perkins County, Haynes, North Dakota for some years where they farmed. They returned to McPherson County in 1926 where they bought plain, prairie land. They had to break up all of the land, fence it and build a farm on it, nine miles southeast of Eureka. They did all of the carpenter work on the buildings themselves. They were members of Zion Lutheran Church of Eureka. They had three children and ten grandchildren. Ella is married to Lenhart Neifer and lives in Hosmer. Alma married Fred Schaeffer and lives in Eureka. Edwin is married to Alice Trautman and also lives in Eureka. CLIFFORD AND VIOLET WOLFF Clifford and Violet Wolff live eight miles north and one mile east of Eureka and have farmed there since October 1947. They are members of the United Church of Christ at Eureka where both are serving on the church board. Violet is also a member of the Women's Fellowship and the Eureka | Wolff, Christ E. (I103757)
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| 2857 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt CHRISTIAN D. OPP Christian D. Opp family picture taken in 1942. Back row, left to right: Esther, Theodore, Alvin, Edwin, Edna. Front row: Frieda, father, mother and Emma. Christian D. Opp, born November 24, 1881 in Gluecksthal, South Russia to David and Katharina (Gohl) Opp, emigrated to America in October 1884 with his parents, his brothers, Jacob D., Daniel D. and John D., and his sister, Katherina (Mrs. John Neuharth). He grew up on the family homestead 14 miles northeast of Eureka where his brothers and sisters, Fred D., Henry D., Rosina (Mrs. August Meidinger) and Christina (Mrs. Fred Wittmayer) were born. Christian married Christina Neuharth, born January 12, 1885 to George and Christina (Goehring) Neuharth fourteen miles northeast of Eureka, on October 9, 1904. Christian and Christina farmed on the Opp's homestead until 1907 when they purchased land fourteen miles northeast of Eureka. The farm had a house and barn on the property constructed of stone and mud. They soon built a wooden house and barn, and later they added more buildings. They farmed this land until they retired in 1942. The Opp's had eight children: Emma, Frieda, Theodore, Edwin, Edna, Theodore, Esther and Alvin. Emma, born June 28, 1905, married Rudolph Schauer and lived in Roscoe, South Dakota. She died April 27, 1974. Frieda, born November 13, 1906, married Otto Funk. They live in Ashley, North Dakota. Theodore was born March 26, 1908 and died February 21, 1909. Edwin, born November 13, 1909, married Tillie Liedle, and they live at Moses Lake, Washington. Edna, born February 14, 1911 married Gustave Schlepp who died February 12, 1979. She now lives in Yakima, Washington. Theodore, born June 14, 1912, married Ida Hieb. They are farming near Eureka. Esther, born December 6, 1914, married Richard Sayler who died December 10, 1969. She now resides in Lake Oswego, Oregon. Alvin, born March 31, 1917, married Edna Helfenstein and now lives in Portland, Oregon. Christian served on the school board for many years, and he and Christina were members of the Reformed Church. They celebrated their Golden Anniversary in 1954. Christina Opp died April 12, 1963 and Christian died July 12, 1983. | Opp, Christian D. (I86713)
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| 2858 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt CLARENCE AND LUCEIL OPP Clarence Opp family Clarence Opp was born July 1, 1930 in Eureka, South Dakota to August and Emma Opp who farmed near Eureka until they retired to the Eureka Sunrise Addition. Clarence has two sisters: Violet (Mrs. Marvin Kramlich) and Virginia (Mrs. Duane Doerr). Luceil Klipfel was born at Ashley, North Dakota on February 19, 1933 to Julius and Ruth (Haerter) Klipfel. She has one brother, Roger, and a sister, JoAnn (Mrs. Duane Goebel). Clarence Opp and Luceil Klipfel were married October 7, 1951 and moved to the Art Opp farm northeast of Eureka. They lived through a hard winter their first year. There was so much snow they couldn't get their car out for six weeks. Their neighbors, Alvin Opp's, would pick them up with a homemade sled and a team of horses so they could market their eggs and cream. After three years they moved to the Art Pfeifle farm, then in 1962 they purchased the August Opp homestead where they are still living at this time. Clarence and Luceil Opp have two children: Carmen, born June 15, 1952, attended Eureka School and Northern State College at Aberdeen. She works as a secretary and is an aerobics instructor. She married Mike Nelson on August 12, 1972, they have two children: Jillian Ruth and Benjamen Mike and live in Fremont, Nebraska. Keith, born July 16, 1954 attended school in Eureka and Lake Area Vo Tech at Watertown, South Dakota where he graduated as an Auto Mechanic in 1974. He was in the military service from 1975 to 1978. He married Audhild Tofte March 1, 1985 at Oslo, Norway where he is a pilot for Aerial Photography. The Clarence Opps are members of the Eureka Reformed Church where they both teach Sunday School and sing in the choir. Clarence is a past J. C. member, member of Sportsman Club, and served on the Rural School Board, County A.S.C.S. He has played baseball and softball and enjoys horseshoe and bowling. Luceil is a member of Reformed Ladies Aid, Eureka Theatrical Co., was a 4-H Leader and works at the Midway Cafe. She enjoys sewing, knitting, crocheting and gardening. | Opp, Clarence (I104708)
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| 2859 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt CLARENCE AND THELMA HOFF Clarence H. Hoff, son of Henry and Emma (Rueb) Hoff, was born October 21, 1927, at Eureka. He has one brother, Oliver, and three sisters, Mrs. Edna McDaniel, Mrs. Gladys Lunardi, and Mrs. Lillian Haas. Clarence served in the Korean War. He is a member of the American Legion, V.F.W. Post, and the American Legion Drill Squad. His occupation is truck driver and painting. His hobbies are golf, fishing and hunting. Clarence has lived in Eureka all his life. In February of 1957, Clarence married Thelma Bertsch, daughter of Carl G. and Emelia (Brietling) Bertsch. Thelma is employed at Northwest G. F. Mutual Insurance Company. She is a member of the church choir, W.M.F. Society, a Sunday school teacher, and a member of the American Legion Auxiliary. Clarence and Thelma have one daughter, Roberta Lynn, living in Aberdeen. Clarence, Thelma and Roberta are members of the First Baptist Church of Eureka. | Hoff, Clarence Henry (I103813)
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| 2860 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt Dellver and Eileen Burrer Del married Eileen Hoff on March 17, 1957. She was born June 28, 1929 on a farm ten miles east of Eureka. She is the daughter of Henry M. and Lydia (Kraemer) Hoff. She attended rural school and received her high school diploma from the American School in Chicago, Illinois. Upon graduation, she worked in the offices of Drs. R. H. and R. S. Isaak. Del and Eileen lived in Eureka for six months after their marriage and then bought the Adolph Haas farm, located nine miles east of Eureka. They have lived there since. They lived on the farm two years when it was almost completely destroyed by a tornado. It was a big cleanup and rebuilding project. Del raises durum wheat and feeds calves each winter. They have always loved horses and, at first, this was just a hobby. When Del purchased a Registered Appaloosa mare, the hobby grew into a business. They have bred and raised Appaloosa horses for more than twenty years, and, at one time, were standing three stallions and keeping sixty brood mares. Raising, training and showing the best of the offspring each year occupied most of their time. Burrers Appaloosas have been shown and performed at the Western Stock Show in Denver and the National and World Championship Appaloosa Horse Shows. Del and Eileen belong to the Reformed Church in Eureka, the Appaloosa Horse Club and the Dakota Rangers Saddle Club. Eileen is a member of the Reformed Ladies Aid. They have three children, Michael John, Kathleen Grace and Connie Sue. Michael, born December 11, 1959, graduated from Eureka High School and attended Lake Area Vo Tech in Watertown where he majored in Building Trades. He married Kimberly Seefried of Ellendale, North Dakota on June 1, 1985. They live in Pierre, South Dakota. Kathleen, born March 5, 1961, graduated from Eureka High School in 1979 and attended South Dakota State University, graduating in 1983 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Broadcast Journalism. She lives in Aberdeen, South Dakota and is employed with the South Dakota Highway Patrol. Connie, born October 26, 1963, graduated from Eureka High School in 1981 and attended Northern State College in Aberdeen, graduating in 1985 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration. She is living in Lodi, California. Del has two brothers and three sisters, Harry Burrer (deceased); Elmer Burrer, Mitchell, South Dakota; Velma (Mrs. Raymond) Doerr, Lodi, California; Mable (Mrs. Bernard) Jacob, Aberdeen; and Virginia (Mrs. Elmer) Rohrbach, Lodi, California. Eileen has one brother, Harry Hoff, Eureka. Her mother, Lydia, resides in Eureka, and her father, Henry, is deceased. | Burrer, Dellver (I108813)
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| 2861 | At least one living or private individual is linked to this note - Details withheld. | Neuharth, Duane Douglas (I104034)
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| 2862 | At least one living or private individual is linked to this note - Details withheld. | Wanner, Duane (I111073)
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| 2863 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt DWIN H. AND ARLENE AMAN Edwin H. Aman was born March 19, 1918 near Hosmer to Henry and Elizabeth (Kallenberger) Aman. He grew up with five brothers and sisters, Balzar (deceased), Henry, Bertha Guthmiller, Ida Wageman and Claudia Schneider. Edwin's father, Henry, was born November 26, 1880 and died August 31, 1961. His mother was born May 6, 1884 and died September 3, 1955. Edwin lived on a farm near Hosmer for several years and later moved with his family to Roscoe, where Edwin got his education. After his school years, Edwin was a trucker for George Hammond of Roscoe. On July 4, 1938 Edwin married Arlene Libis, daughter of Leo and Christine (Schick) Libis of Eureka. Arlene was born May 3, 1921 and grew up with two brothers, Edward and Bruno, both deceased. Arlene's father Leo was born November 1, 1883 in Alsace Lorraine and died January 20, 1965. Her mother was born March 17, 1889 in Hoffnugsthal, South Russia and is presently living in the Eureka Lutheran Home. After working in Roscoe for a construction company, Edwin and Arlene moved to Aberdeen where Edwin worked for K. O. Lee. He was inducted into the U. S. Navy in 1945 and served near the Hawaiian Islands. After his discharge, Edwin and Arlene farmed south of Eureka until Edwin died on November 1, 1979. Arlene is living in Eureka at the present time. Edwin and Arlene had two children, Bonnell and Pattie. Bonnell Lew Aman was born May 7, 1939 and is married to Annie Lou Stern. They have two sons, Loren Dean and Terry Lee. They currently reside in Eureka. Pattie Lou, born December 29, 1951, is married to Robert Eugene Werre. They have two children. Miles Brandon and Brooke Rhiannon. They live in Houston, Texas. The church affiliation of the Aman's is the Zion Lutheran Church. | Aman, Edwin H. (I108396)
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| 2864 | At least one living or private individual is linked to this note - Details withheld. | Gill, Ed (I109269)
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| 2865 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt EDMUND AND KATHERYN METTLER Edmund Mettler, son of Henry and Albina Kusler Mettler, was born at Eureka, June 28, 1922. He grew up on the family farm 19 miles northeast of Eureka. He attended school in the Petersburg School District. Edmund has two brothers: Rueben of Eureka and Otto of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Edmund married Katheryn Heiser, February 2, 1947. They farmed on the family farm after Edmund's parents retired and moved to Eureka in the fall of 1947. Edmund Mettler family Katheryn Heiser was born July 26, 1926 to John and Margaretha Weller Heiser. She grew up on the farm and attended the Holzworth School nine miles south of Artas. She has two brothers: Arthur of Courtland, California who is deceased and Walter of Parkers Prairie, Minnesota; eleven sisters: Mrs. Robert (Ottilia) Horst, Selby, South Dakota who is deceased; Mrs. Gottlieb (Edna) Schaeffer, Eureka; Mrs. Rueben (Alma) Heinrich, Ipswich, South Dakota; Mrs. John (Martha) Wiedmeier, Rapid City, South Dakota; Mrs. Philip (Amanda) Mayer, Sacramento, California who is deceased; Mrs. Albert (Hilda) Stadel, Aberdeen, South Dakota; Mrs. Edwin (Anna) Bitz, Aberdeen, South Dakota; Mrs. Emil (Mathilda) Schaeffer, Herreid, South Dakota; Mrs. Harold (Ella) Bader, Appleton, Minnesota; Mrs. Marvin (Irene) Knapp, Rapid City, South Dakota; and Mrs. Merle (Elsie) Mettler, Rapid City, South Dakota. Edmund and Katheryn are the parents of two sons, Myron and Ronald. Myron is married to Pamela Fried and they live on the family farm. Myron is employed at the Ashley Co-op and also farms. They have four children: Scott, Jeanne, Sheri and Sara. Ronald lives at Lawranceville, Georgia. He is carpenter and a dry waller and owns his own business. The Mettlers still farm and are members of the Eureka Reformed Church. | Mettler, Edmund (I104268)
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| 2866 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt EDMUND OPP Edmund Opp was born February 27, 1920, in McPherson County, Eureka, South Dakota. He was the son of John D. and Elizabeth Opp. Edmund grew up on a farm with six brothers and five sisters. The elder Opp's started farming in 1900 and retired to Eureka in 1944 where they spent their remaining years. John passed away in 1954 and his wife Elizabeth died in 1969. Hulda and Edmund Edmund and Hulda Retzer, Ashley, North Dakota, were married on August 29, 1943. It was customary in those days that the youngest son take over the family farm. Horse drawn machinery, six horses and a few cows was considered sufficient property to begin farm life. The latter 1940's became more profitable due to better crops and prices, so they were able to purchase a John Deere tractor, plow and pony drill. The pony drill was the first one ever to be sold in Eureka by Edmund's uncle Henry Opp, John Deere Implement Dealer. The following year a combine was added. Modern machines and the coming of REA resulted in a whole new way of farming. Electricity on the farm was a dream come true for the farm wife. The Opp's were involved in many activities. Hulda was educated in North Dakota and taught school for several years before and after their marriage. She was a 4-H leader for 10 years, Sunday School teacher, county extension club member, hospital auxiliary member and PTA. She served as an officer in many of these capacities. Edmund also served on the school board for many years, county extension board, museum board, Sunday School teacher, PTA, 4-H leader and is presently serving as president of the Eureka Hospital Board. The Opp's were blessed with five children, Bruce, Glenn, Nancy, Lewis and Kirk. Bruce is married to Lee Fisher and living in Dallas, Texas. Glenn is married to Sandra Krein and living on a ranch northeast of Eureka. They have two boys, Damon and Jordan. Nancy is married to Richard Speller, they have three girls, Tania, Natalie and Andrea. They reside in Jamestown, North Dakota. Lewis is married to JoAnn Albrecht, they have two children, Craig and Amy, their address is Eureka, South Dakota. Kirk is single and lives in Aberdeen, South Dakota. In 1976, a father and sons partnership was formed by Edmund, Glenn and Lewis and at that time Lewis took over the third generation family farm. The following year Edmund and Hulda purchased a new home and moved to Eureka. Edmund has been engaged in farming all his life and will retire in the spring of 1986. He was named Curator of the Eureka Pioneer Museum and will begin his duties on April 1, 1986. | Opp, Edmund (I104747)
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| 2867 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt EDWARD AND ADELINE NEUHARTH Edward Neuharth family Edward is the oldest child of Jacob Neuharth, who was born in the Menno area February 10, 1884, died April 5, 1964 and Fredrica Aman, born in Eureka January 14, 1887, died June 22, 1938, daughter of Henry Aman, Sr. Edward was born October 30, 1906, attended school and lived on a farm with his parents seven miles northeast of Eureka. He has seven brothers and sisters: Emil; Fred (deceased); Anna, Mrs. John Weishaar; Bertha Krause, Mrs. Alvin Hauck; Ruben; Henry; and Esther, Mrs. Julius Pfeiffer. Adeline is the oldest child of Henry Schnabel, Eureka, born April 24, 1887, died December 27, 1970 and Paulina Berreth, Eureka, born May 2, 1890, died June 12, 1970. Adeline was born June 21, 1908 and attended school 12 miles northeast of Eureka. She has seven brothers and sisters: Otto; Edna, Mrs. Fred Neuharth (deceased); Edmund; Alvin; Gerta, Mrs. Bert Rieger; Reinhold and Elmer (deceased). Edward and Adeline were married on November 11, 1928 at the Glucksthal Reformed Church. They purchased a farm ten miles northeast of Eureka where they lived for 27 years. In 1956 they retired, purchased a house at 504 10th Street, Eureka, where they lived with the exception of six months spent in Lodi, California during the winter months of 1967-68. An annual trek to Lodi was a strong consideration, however did not materialize as Edward passed away on June 8, 1968. Their descendents are: Amanda, born November 16, 1929, married Walter Orth of Artas. They live in Lodi, California. Grandchildren: Gordon and Dale; great grandchildren are Daniel and Kimberly. Alfred, born May 13, 1932, married Laverne Ottenbacher, Eureka, they live on the Eureka family farm. Grandchildren are Bradley, Tamara, Kenneth, Ronald, and Rhonda. Alton, born October 6, 1935, died May 6, 1936. Milbert, born May 14, 1939, married Jeanette Fischer-Martin of Eureka, they live in Eureka. Grandchildren: Natalie and Brenda; great grandchild is Natasha. Floyd, born October 12, 1943, died October 14, 1943. On April 14, 1971 Adeline and Gotthilf Mehlhaff were married at the Eureka Reformed Church. Gotthilf was born in the Eureka area November 14, 1900 and died March 27 1982. Adeline continues to live in Eureka, is a member of the Reformed Ladies Aid, enjoys embroidering, crocheting and reading. | Neuharth, Jacob George (I104042)
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| 2868 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt EDWARD AND ADELINE TESKE Edward Teske was born January 14, 1907 to Jacob and Louisa (Pfeiffer) Teske. Jacob was born May 30, 1870 in Bergdorf, South Russia to Frederick and Apolina (Weist) Teske. On January 20, 1898 Jacob married Louisa, who was born in Berdorf, South Russia on October 26, 1876 to Johann and Louisa (Leicht) Pfeiffer. After farming in Russia for two years the Jacob Teskes decided to come to the United States and arrived in Eureka on April 22, 1900. Jacob was a foreman for the Milwaukee Railroad for 35 years. Jacob died April 24, 1945 and Louisa died April 21, 1941. Edward had three brothers, Jacob, Theodore, and Arthur and two sisters, Mrs. Katharine Kemmet and Mrs. Pauline Otis. Edward was a Milwaukee Railroad section worker. He married Adeline Hieb on April 14, 1928. Adeline was born May 1, 1909 to William and Salome (Schaeffer) Hieb. William was born August 1, 1859 in Neudorf, South Russia and died February 13, 1932. Mrs. Hieb died on January 21, 1925. The Hieb family came to the United States in 1895 and lived in Marion, South Dakota for one year then came to the Eureka area and settled on a farm southeast of Eureka. In 1921 they moved into Eureka. Adeline had three brothers, William, Theobald and Emil and five sisters, Christine Enzi, Maria Enzi, Lydia Maisch, Henritta Kirschenmann and Sarah Matheisom. They are all deceased. Edward and Adeline were members of Zion Lutheran Church. Edward died November 2, 1970 and Adeline is making her home at the Good Samaritan Center in Herreid, South Dakota. Edward and Adeline were blessed with five children, sixteen grandchildren, and six great grandchildren. Marvin was born April 26, 1929 and graduated from Eureka High School in 1947, he was employed with Red Owl and Safeway Grocery Stores. He married Lillian Crawford. They had four sons: Gordan, Ronnie, Terry and Mike and one daughter, Sheila. Three grandchildren: Chad, Melissa and Denise Teske. Marvin died November 11, 1979 at Grand Coulee, Washington. Luella was born March 27, 1931 and graduated from Eureka High School in 1949. Luella has been a life time resident of Eureka and has been employed with Heilman Drug for 36 years. She married LeRoy Splitt. He is a mechanic at Eureka Implement. They have three children. Gregory Dean born December 8, 1954 and graduated from Eureka High and National School of Business. Greg is employed with NCR at Green Bay, Wisconsin. Greg married Gail Thiele August 30, 1975. Annette Lynn was born February 9, 1960 and is a 1978 graduate of Eureka High and a graduate of Northern State. She is married to Darryl Tuttle. They reside in Fridley, Minnesota, where they are employed. Troy Lee was born on January 19, 1962 and is a 1980 graduate of Eureka High and a graduate of Mitchell Co-Tech. Troy is married to Judy Mehlhaff and they reside in Avon, South Dakota, where Troy is employed at Elliots Plumbing and Heating. El-Nathan was born May 25, 1933 and is a 1951 graduate of Eureka High. He resides in Hopkins, Minnesota. El is the Vice President of the Independent Retail Division of Red Owl. El-Nathan is married to Gloria Moldenhauer. They have two children, Vincent and Mrs. Ed (Sherry) Westby and three grandchildren, Nathan Teske, Jessica and Nicole Westby. Victoria was born March 4, 1946 and is a 1964 graduate of Eureka High. She married Wilbert Forkel August 30, 1964. They own and operate a Reg. Dairy Farm near Roscoe. They have two children, Patrick and Kristi. Serena was born July 6, 1948 and is a 1966 graduate of Eureka High. She married Ralph Jangula January 6, 1968. They reside in Bismarck, North Dakota where Serena is office manager at Cedrictheel Inc. and Ralph is owner of Dakota Uniforms. They have three children, Denise, Lisa and Mike. One son, Dean, died in infancy. | Teske, Edward (I108548)
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| 2869 | At least one living or private individual is linked to this note - Details withheld. | Jakober, Edward (I104403)
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| 2870 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt Edward Neuharth family Edward is the oldest child of Jacob Neuharth, who was born in the Menno area February 10, 1884, died April 5, 1964 and Fredrica Aman, born in Eureka January 14, 1887, died June 22, 1938, daughter of Henry Aman, Sr. Edward was born October 30, 1906, attended school and lived on a farm with his parents seven miles northeast of Eureka. He has seven brothers and sisters: Emil; Fred (deceased); Anna, Mrs. John Weishaar; Bertha Krause, Mrs. Alvin Hauck; Ruben; Henry; and Esther, Mrs. Julius Pfeiffer. Adeline is the oldest child of Henry Schnabel, Eureka, born April 24, 1887, died December 27, 1970 and Paulina Berreth, Eureka, born May 2, 1890, died June 12, 1970. Adeline was born June 21, 1908 and attended school 12 miles northeast of Eureka. She has seven brothers and sisters: Otto; Edna, Mrs. Fred Neuharth (deceased); Edmund; Alvin; Gerta, Mrs. Bert Rieger; Reinhold and Elmer (deceased). Edward and Adeline were married on November 11, 1928 at the Glucksthal Reformed Church. They purchased a farm ten miles northeast of Eureka where they lived for 27 years. In 1956 they retired, purchased a house at 504 10th Street, Eureka, where they lived with the exception of six months spent in Lodi, California during the winter months of 1967-68. An annual trek to Lodi was a strong consideration, however did not materialize as Edward passed away on June 8, 1968. Their descendents are: Amanda, born November 16, 1929, married Walter Orth of Artas. They live in Lodi, California. Grandchildren: Gordon and Dale; great grandchildren are Daniel and Kimberly. Alfred, born May 13, 1932, married Laverne Ottenbacher, Eureka, they live on the Eureka family farm. Grandchildren are Bradley, Tamara, Kenneth, Ronald, and Rhonda. Alton, born October 6, 1935, died May 6, 1936. Milbert, born May 14, 1939, married Jeanette Fischer-Martin of Eureka, they live in Eureka. Grandchildren: Natalie and Brenda; great grandchild is Natasha. Floyd, born October 12, 1943, died October 14, 1943. On April 14, 1971 Adeline and Gotthilf Mehlhaff were married at the Eureka Reformed Church. Gotthilf was born in the Eureka area November 14, 1900 and died March 27 1982. Adeline continues to live in Eureka, is a member of the Reformed Ladies Aid, enjoys embroidering, crocheting and reading. | Neuharth, Edward (I104045)
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| 2871 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt EDWARD R. AND ROSA HOFFMAN Edward R. Hoffman family Edward R. Hoffman was born October 6, 1898, at Long Lake, South Dakota, to Jackob Hoffman, Sr. and Katharina Goehring. Jackob was born September 8, 1852, and died October 18, 1941. Katharina was born March 11, 1860 and died in April 1937. Both were born in Bergdorf, South Russia, and died in Ashley, North Dakota. They emigrated to the United States in 1884, to Menno, South Dakota. In the spring of 1885, they went by train to Ipswich, then by oxen to Long Lake, South Dakota. Edward's brothers and sisters were John; Jacob, Jr.; Julius; Arthur; Ben; Mrs. Magdalena (John) Schumacher; Lydia; Mrs. Kathryn (August) Lippert; Mrs. Christina (Albert) Werre; Mrs. Rosa (Theodore) Brenner; and a brother who died in infancy. Edward and Rosa B. Thurn were married November 29, 1923. Rosa was the daughter of George Thurn, Sr. and Fredericka Nelich. Both Mr. and Mrs. Thurn were born in Glucksthal, South Russia, emigrated to Wishek, North Dakota, were married there in 1899, and moved to a farm southeast of Eureka. They retired in 1935, moved to Eureka, and their son, Rudolph, took over the farm. Rosa's brothers and sisters are Lydia Thurn; Mrs. Pauline (Ludwig) Schumacher; George Thurn, Jr.; Mrs. Amelia (Arthur) Hoffman; Mrs. Bertha (Otto) Wolff; Rudolph G. Thurn; and Mrs. Frieda (Ernest) Ottmar. Edward and Rosa had two children, Bernice and LeRoy. Bernice married Otto H. Fauth. Their children are Janet Marie (Vernon) Bitz, Kathryn (Gregory) Oswald, Sandra Mae Fauth, LuAnn (Terrance) Kealey, and Wade Otto Fauth. Bernice has two grandchildren, Dustin LeRoy Bitz and Andrew Joseph Oswald. LeRoy, married Claudia Boettcher and has two children, Thurn Edward Hoffman who married Sandra Seacat, and Charles Boettcher Hoffman who married Holly Wanner. Their great grandchild is Austin Boettcher Hoffman. Both of Edward Hoffman's children have passed away, Bernice on September 26, 1982, and LeRoy on November 26, 1980. Edward and Rosa still live on the farm home west of Long Lake. Edward has been active in community activities; for many years he served as the rural church secretary and for sixteen years, on the rural school board. He also measured land for the county for over sixteen years. The Hoffmans are very active in the Eureka Senior Center. They now have the great joy of watching the first member of the fifth generation of Hoffmans begin life on Hoffman land settled over one hundred years ago. This member is Austin Boettcher Hoffman, the son of Charles Boettcher Hoffman and Holly (Wanner) Hoffman. | Hoffmann, Edward R. (I104226)
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| 2872 | At least one living or private individual is linked to this note - Details withheld. | Dais, Edwin (I109384)
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| 2873 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt EDWIN G. AND NORMA NEUHARTH Edwin and Norma Neuharth Edwin Neuharth, the youngest child of George and Christina (Goehring) Neuharth, was born April 8, 1905 at the family home near Eureka. His father, George, born November 20, 1861, and his mother, Christina, born September 13, 1863, emigrated to the United States from their birthplace in the German settlement of Kassel, South Russia and lived in Menno, South Dakota. George's family arrived in 1874 and Christina's in 1879. After their marriage in Menno on January 16, 1883, George and Christina homesteaded fourteen miles northeast of Eureka where their fourteen children were born. Only seven of their children survived and grew to adulthood. Christina (Mrs. Christian) Opp, Katherina (Mrs. Fred) Hoff, and Margareta (Mrs. Christian) Ehresman each farmed with their husbands in the Eureka area. John and his wife, Magdalena Kallenberger, lived in Eureka for many years before moving to Pierre. Gottfried and his wife, Maxine Siltman, lived in Eureka and Aberdeen before moving to Sacramento, California. Elisabeth and her husband, Theophil Mehlhaff, were residents of Eureka and Aberdeen, prior to moving to Lodi, California. Christina died March 27, 1937 in Eureka. George died in Aberdeen on March 2, 1958. After graduating from Eureka High School in May, 1923, Edwin, known to his friends as "Dutch", attended State Agricultural College and Mechanic Arts (South Dakota State University, of Brookings, Northern State Normal, Aberdeen, and the University of Minnesota. He returned to Eureka where he was employed as assistant cashier at the Eureka State Bank, and he also became an insurance agent. In 1937, he was chairman of the finance committee for the Eureka Golden Jubilee. On August 4, 1927, Edwin and Norma Irene Treick were married in Eureka. Norma's father, Rev. Henry Treick, performed the ceremony. Norma was the youngest of the twelve children of Rev. Treick and his wife, Wilhelmina Kluge. Henry was born February 17, 1862 in Newton, Wisconsin and died August 18, 1935 in Scotland, South Dakota. Wilhelmina was born in Sheboygan, Wisconsin on October 21, 1866 and died in Minneapolis, Minnesota on September 26, 1949. Norma was born in Scotland, South Dakota on September 12, 1908 and moved to Eureka with her family in 1921 when her father became minister of the Eureka Reformed Church. She graduated from Eureka High School in May, 1926, and attended the University of Minnesota prior to her marriage. Of her six sisters and five brothers, Paul, Alma, Esther (Mrs. Henry) Goeken and Selma (Mrs. William) Winger were also residents of Eureka. While they were living in Eureka, Edwin and Norma had two daughters. Margaret Elisabeth (Peggy), born February 15, 1929, is married to Robert F. Middleton, Jr. They live in Sacramento, California and have two sons, David C. and Jeffrey M. Mary Ann, born December 17, 1937, is married to Michael J. O'Kane. Their home is Fair Oaks, California, and they have three children, Michael J., Kimberley Ann, and Timothy J. Norma and Edwin were residents of Eureka until 1940 when they moved first to Fort Lauderdale, Florida; then to Aberdeen; Vinita, Oklahoma; DesMoines, Iowa; and finally to Sacramento, California. There, Edwin was a certified public accountant, serving as unclaimed property officer for the California State Controller's Office until his retirement in 1968. Norma was also employed by the State of California, retiring in 1964. Norma died February 2, 1980 and Edwin died on May 7, 1985. | Neuharth, Edwin G. (I86712)
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| 2874 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt ELDO AND FRIEDA FAUTH Mr. and Mrs. Eldo Fauth and Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Fauth. Eldo Fauth was born November 25, 1915. He is the son of Christian and Eva (Hoff) Fauth. He attended rural school to the eighth grade. Father Christian Fauth passed away October 22, 1918. His mother resides in the Sunrise Plaza in Eureka. Eldo had one brother, Walter Fauth, born July 27, 1917 and died June 7, 1964. He also has a half brother, Harvey Weller and a half sister Viola Oswald. Eldo married Freida Fischer on November 5, 1939. She is the daughter of David and Elizabeth (Beck) Fischer. Freida was born July 22, 1919 and grew up on a farm sixteen miles southeast of Eureka. She attended rural school and grew to young womanhood. She has two brothers and one sister: Wilbert Fischer, Fargo, North Dakota and his twin Wilma (Wilmer) Boschee, Bowdle, South Dakota and Harry Fischer, Hosmer, South Dakota. Both her parents are deceased. David died December 16, 1975 and Elizabeth died September 15, 1976. The Fauths were blessed with one son, Curtis, born September 18, 1947. He spent two years in the armed forces, one year overseas in Viet Nam. His parents considered it one of the hardest times to live through. He is married to Fay Ackerman and they reside in Wishek, North Dakota where he manages the Travel Host Motel. The Fauths farmed three miles east of Eureka, and sold the farm to the Lapp Brothers in 1975, after farming 36 years. They retired in Eureka. Their church affiliation is Zion Lutheran in Eureka. Freida enjoys cooking and baking, and Eldo likes to garden and read. The Fauths state of all their memories they will never forget the blizzard of '66 and the hardships it caused. | Fauth, Eldo (I105120)
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| 2875 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt ELMER AND EDNA NEUHARTH Being one half of a set of twins as well as the youngest in a family of sixteen children was a distinct beginning for Elmer Neuharth. He was born to John G. and Katherine (Opp) Neuharth March 1, 1919. John G. was born November, 1873 in Kassel, South Russia and died August 1935. Katherine was born in Gluckstal, South Russia July 26, 1874 and died April 10, 1964. Others in the family include his twin--Lillian Roggenkamp, Richard, Gustave, Hulda Wittmayer, Arthur, Theodore (died in infancy), Edward, Henry, Martha Meidinger, Rose (Fischer) Stoebner, Christ, Elizabeth (died in infancy), George, John, and Daniel. Elmer attended rural school and later served in the United States Army during World War II for four years. His overseas duty was in the European Theatre where he participated in the Battle of the Bulge. He married Edna Deahl December 15, 1942. Edna was born to Jacob and Lizzie (Heyd) Deahl April 15, 1925 near Long Lake, South Dakota. She has a brother, Edwin, living in Fargo, North Dakota and a sister, Leone Head, who lives in Aberdeen, South Dakota. Jacob was born in McPherson County September 1898 and died February 1937. Lizzie, born September 17, 1901 in McPherson County lives in Aberdeen. Elmer and Edna were owner-managers of Elmer's Place for many years. Having sold their business they are presently assistant manager and manager of the City Liquor Store. Elmer loves all spectator sports while Edna enjoys gardening and sewing. They are members of First Reformed Church. They have one daughter, Peggy, who is married to Paul Sexton, Jr. and lives in Aberdeen. Paul is employed by All American Freight Lines while Peggy is staff assistant for Indian Health Service. One grandson, Stacy R. Sexton completes the family. | Neuharth, Elmer J. (I104091)
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| 2876 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt EMIL AND ERNESTINE (HAGEL) NEUHARTH Emil and Ernestine Neuharth Emil Neuharth was born November 10, 1907 at Eureka, to Jacob and Fredricka Aman. Jacob was born February 10, 1884 at Menno, South Dakota and Fredricka on January 14, 1887 at Eureka. Jacob passed away April 5, 1964 and his wife on June 20, 1937. Emil was one of ten children that include: Edward, Fred, Ann, Bertha, Reuben, Henry, Esther and a boy and girl that passed away in infancy. Emil received seven years of schooling and was engaged in farming. On March 20, 1932 Emil married Ernestine Hagel, daughter of Jacob and Carolina Schauer Hagel. Ernestine was one of seven children that include: Peter, Emil, Magdalena, Leah, Martin and Edwin. Her father, Jacob Hagel, was born November 20, 1888 in Russia and mother, Carolina, was born August 25, 1890 in McIntosh County, North Dakota. Ernestine received five years of schooling. Three children were born to the Neuharths: Ariel, married to Shirley Jung and lives in Eureka. They have five children, Sharon, Lee, Nancy, Kristi and Paula. Arlet married to Harvey Wolff, was born February 14, 1935, lives in Wishek, North Dakota and has two sons, David and George. Marvolene is married to Delmer Wolff. The Neuharths are members of the Eureka Reformed Church. Besides farming Emil has done construction work. Ernestine enjoys quilting. | Neuharth, Emil (I104046)
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| 2877 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt EMIL AND KATHARINE MEHLHAFF Emil Mehlhaff Kalie Mehlhaff Emil Mehlhaff was born August 13, 1893 at Eureka South Dakota to Jacob and Christina (Koerner) Mehlhaff. Emil's father, Jacob, was born September 1862 in Kassel, South Russia and died April 4, 1934. Emil's mother was born June 11, 1866 in Kassel, South Russia and died December 4, 1955. They came to Eureka in 1885. Emil's brothers and sisters are the following: Jacob, John, Albina Diedtrich, Edward, Julius, Ida Schaible, Gotthilf, Otto all deceased; and William, Galt, California; Herbert, Eureka; and Arther, Freeman, South Dakota. Emil attended rural school at Bauer No. 1. Emil and Katherine Hieb were united in marriage on March 14, 1920. Katherine Hieb was born August 5, 1899 at Eureka to George J. and Katherina (Perman) Hieb. Katherine's father, George, was born February 12, 1860 in Neudorf, South Russia and died March 10, 1941 at Eureka. Her mother was born December 4, 1863 at Kassel, South Russia and died August 14, 1933 at Eureka. They came to Eureka in 1884. Katherine (Hieb) Mehlhaff's sisters and brothers are the following: Lydia Werner, John Hieb, Henry Hieb, Christina Werner, Adam Hieb, Jacob Hieb, George Hieb, and William, all deceased and Magdalena Neuharth, Eureka; Emma Mehlhaff, Galt, California; Emil Hieb, Gardenia, California; Gust Hieb, Lodi, California; and Helen Holman, Denver, Colorado. After Emil and Katherine were married they farmed and Katherine was a homemaker. Their children are Hilton Mehlhaff, wife (Velma Job), children, Cheryl Berg, Dorthy Horst; Norma Fauth, husband (Milbert Fauth) children, Suzette Hoevet, Hazel Thompson; Olive Weller, husband (Allen Weller) children, Patrick, K. Scott, Kathryn, and Melanie, and Nancy Mehlhaff, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Emil and Katherine are members of the Eureka Reformed Church. Emil died on May 17, 1968. Katherine is a member of the Reformed Ladies Aid, Hospital Auxiliary and a Senior Citizens member. Her hobbies are raising flowers, shrubs, gardening and reading. | Mehlhaff, Emil (I110972)
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| 2878 | At least one living or private individual is linked to this note - Details withheld. | Beck, Ervin A. (I105177)
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| 2879 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt ERVIN AND ELLA MEIDINGER Ervin Meidinger, son of Mr. and Mrs. August Meidinger, Wishek, North Dakota and Ella Stabler, daughter of John and Christina (Holzwarth) Stabler of Eureka were married October 14, 1945 in Eureka. They lived in Eureka for several years before moving to Herreid, South Dakota where Ella is employed at the Campbell County Bank and Ervin is the Campbell County Sheriff. Ella's sisters and brothers are: Emil, Edward, Arthur, Herbert, Albert, Erwin, Erma and Erna. Ervin and Ella had three children: Vivian, deceased; Jim, employed at A.S.C.S. at Pierre, South Dakota and married to Lorrie Erickson. They have two children, Jeff and Kelly. Janet, married to Bob Hilderbrandt. They live in Vermillion, South Dakota where Janet is working for U. S. D. and Bob is History Professor at U. S. D. The Meidingers are members of the Lutheran Church at Herreid. | Meidinger, Ervin (I105159)
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| 2880 | At least one living or private individual is linked to this note - Details withheld. | Gebhardt, Ervin (I111057)
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| 2881 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt ERVIN E. AND LEONORA MARTEL Ervin E. and Leonora Martel Ervin E. Martel was born October 22, 1920 to Albert P. and Paulina (Preszler) Martel of Eureka. He had one brother, Stanley, deceased. His father was born December 23, 1898 and died July 30, 1980. His mother, Paulina, was born July 8, 1900 and is presently retired in Eureka. On May 23, 1943, Ervin married Leonora Dammel, daughter of Jacob and Eva (Kirschenmann) Dammel, of Eureka. Leonora was born November 15, 1921, and had six brothers and sisters, Martha Hoffman, Ramona Olson, Sam, Leo, Milton and Ed Dammel. Her father, Jacob, was born March 15, 1887 in Russia and died July 1, 1934. Her mother, Eva, was born July 8, 1892 in Hosmer. Eva is currently retired. Ervin and Leonora have two children, Gloria and Bonnie. Gloria was born September 22, 1944 and married Harley Ulmer. They had six children, LaDonna, LaNette, Rodney, Ross and Russell (triplets) and Leta. Russell died October 4, 1964. Harley died on January 2, 1973. Gloria married Mervin Mullner on December 10, 1976. They farm near Frederick, South Dakota. Bonnie was born October 1, 1954. On August 16, 1974, she married Tim Serr of Eureka. They have one son, Timothy Robert, Jr. Tim owns and operates an auto body shop with his father, and Bonnie is employed at the Eureka Hospital. Ervin and Leonora have two children, seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. They are affiliated with the Eureka Reformed Church. Ervin was an elder in the Reformed Church, has been on the rural school board and an F.H.A. director. Leonora is active in the Eureka Reformed Ladies Aid. Ervin and Leonora have been life-long farmers. They are currently living in Eureka. | Martel, Ervin E. (I103986)
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| 2882 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt ERVIN OPP Ervin Opp family Ervin Opp, son of Fred and Lydia (Hoff) Opp, was born March 19, 1926 northeast of Eureka. He married LaVern Aman, daughter of Emil and Martha (Job) Aman, on June 1, 1947. They lived on the homestead with Ervin's parents until 1949 when Fred and Lydia moved to Eureka. Today, Ervin and LaVern continue to operate the family farm. Four children were born to Ervin and LaVern: Arnold Earl, Kenneth Ervin, Darold Duane and (this had to be a girl) Mark Wayne. Arnold, born January 13, 1948, married Susan Punton on June 22, 1968. They were blessed with four children: Sheri and Shawn (twins), Todd and Shannon. Todd died at the age of one year, nine months after a lifelong illness. Arnie was co-owner of A and G Equipment Company in Fargo, North Dakota until his death in an auto accident October 17, 1980. Susan and the children reside in Fargo, North Dakota. Kenneth married Jeanne Streeter February 15, 1975, and they have three children, Cami, Kara and Ryan. They live in Ellendale, North Dakota where Ken is the administrator of the Ellendale Nursing Home. Kenneth was born April 17, 1949. Darold, born October 3, 1954, married Pamela Gruneich on April 26, 1980. Dr. Opp received his dental degree at the University of Nebraska and owns a dental practice in Aberdeen, South Dakota. Mark was born June 29, 1961 and presently works with his parents on the family farm. He received a Metal Technology degree at Northern State College in 1981. | Opp, Ervin (I104754)
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| 2883 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt ERWIN AND VIOLA KURLE Erwin and Viola Kurle Erwin Kurle was born in McIntosh County near Venturia, North Dakota on December 18, 1916. His parents were Rudolph Kurle (born at Eureka, South Dakota on May 27, 1894; died May 22, 1971) and Emelia Pfeiffer (born at Ashley, North Dakota on September 23, 1896; died February 5, 1972). Erwin was one of six children, and he attended rural school Rosenthal No. 3. He worked with his parents on the family farm before his marriage to Viola Opp on December 10, 1939. Viola Opp was born in Campbell County, seven and one-half miles southwest of Eureka, South Dakota on July 27, 1920. Her parents were Philip G. Opp (born at Eureka, South Dakota on September 30, 1892; died October 11, 1940) and Mary Job (born at Hosmer, South Dakota on January 6, 1898; died March 30, 1985). Viola, too, was one of six children; she attended District No. 44 Hoff School and Eureka High School. Erwin and Viola made their home on a farm located two and one-half miles east of Eureka. The Depression of the 1930's made it necessary for them to start their home on a limited income. However, low grocery prices were in their favor; fifty cents would buy ten pounds of sugar. Meals were cooked on a coal and wood-burning stove, and horses were used to do the farmwork. The graveled road going by their farm was later widened and a black-top was put on. In 1949, when the REA brought electricity to their farm, the workload for Erwin and Viola was made lighter. Their way of living improved greatly. Their farming operation came to emphasize cattle and grain. Through it all, Erwin and Viola were good examples of the German work ethic. Days on the farm were made up of hard work, long hours, and perseverance. The Kurle family remained proud of its German heritage and loyal to the Eureka community. Aside from his farm duties, Erwin served on the McPherson County Zoning Board and the committee for McPherson County Livestock and Crop Improvement. He was president of the Rural Fireman's Association, and he served on the Board of Directors of the Federal Land Bank Association (Aberdeen) for 25 years. Erwin also was active on the Rosenthal School Board for many years, and he was a 4-H leader. Viola, in addition to being a helpmate on the farm, served the Eureka community as a member of the Hospital Auxiliary. The church affiliation for the Kurle family is United Methodist, and the family has taken an active part in serving the Eureka church throughout the years. Erwin served as church treasurer and chairman of the Administrative Board, and he was a Sunday School superintendent and a Youth Fellowship leader. He also was an officer of United Methodist Men, and he sang in the Men's Chorus and the church choir. Viola served the church as a Coordinator of Children's Work, a Sunday School and Bible School teacher, and a Youth Fellowship counselor. Additionally, she served as circle leader for United Methodist Women and as co-chairperson of the Supportive Community Committee. Viola was a member of the church choir, too. Two children were born to Viola and Erwin. Wayne, born September 1, 1945, was married to Cindy Hendrickson. They reside in Sioux City, Iowa, and their daughters are: Camille Kurle, Courtney Kurle, and JoLynn Hendrickson. Lee, born on January 12, 1950, was married to DeQuetta Rohrbach. The family lives in rural Eureka with their children: Christopher, Leila, and Aleshia. Erwin Kurle died September 14, 1978. After his death, Viola moved to a home in Eureka, and the family farm is being operated by the Lee Kurle family. | Kurle, Erwin (I109260)
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| 2884 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt EUGENE AND ALMA STOEBNER Standing, left to right: John, James, and Joseph. Sitting: Alma and Eugene. Eugene Stoebner was born November 14, 1914 in McPherson County, South Dakota to John and Magdalena (Herr) Stoebner. He graduated from Eureka High School, then attended Northern State College in Aberdeen, South Dakota for one and one-half years. He taught school in Campbell and McPherson Counties for over 25 years. Later he became manager of the McIntosh Farms. His hobby is gardening. Eugene had six brothers and three sisters, namely: Fred, deceased; Magdalena Pietz, deceased; Emil, Spokane, Washington; Edward, Eureka; Martha Tribble, deceased; Adolph, deceased; Emma Weisenburger, Seattle, Washington; William, Eureka; and Otto, Phoenix, Arizona. Alma McIntosh Stoebner was born May 7, 1919 in Walworth County, South Dakota to Fred and Bertha (Gill) McIntosh. She graduated from Bowdle High School. She is a registered nurse, graduating from the Presbyterian Hospital School of Nursing, Chicago, Illinois. She worked one year at St. Luke's Hospital, Aberdeen, South Dakota and then became Director of Nursing at the Eureka Community Hospital. This position was held until December 1980. She then worked part-time until June 1984. Alma is a member and past-president of the Eureka Hospital Auxiliary. She has two brothers: Dr. George F. McIntosh, Eureka and Clarence McIntosh, Northome, Minnesota. Eugene and Alma were married July 24, 1950 at the Methodist Church, Selby, South Dakota. The Stoebners have three sons: James Eugene, born May 29, 1951. He is an Electrical Engineer with Texas Instruments in Houston, Texas. Jim received his degree in Electrical Engineering from the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology in Rapid City, South Dakota. He has three children: Diane Gail, born March 13, 1972; James Patrick, born November 18, 1978 and Jennifer Lynn, born October 13, 1980. John Eugene was born November 7, 1952. He graduated with a B.S degree in Science from the University of South Dakota in Vermillion. He also received a Master's degree in counseling from Northern State College, Aberdeen, South Dakota plus courses in Computer. He is a Science and Computer instructor in Cresbard, South Dakota. Joseph Eugene, was born August 26, 1960. He received his degree in Pharmacy from South Dakota State University, Brookings, South Dakota. He is a Registered Pharmacist at Kessler's Pharmacy, Aberdeen. He is married to the former Laura Pfeiffer of Aberdeen and they have one daughter, Sarah Ann, born January 29, 1984. The Stoebners are members of the Eureka Reformed Church. | Stoebner, Eugene (I72726)
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| 2885 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt Eugene and Bernice Fischer Eugene M. Fischer was born January 17, 1924 to Matthias and Kathrina (Hagel) Fischer in Eureka. He has six brothers and sisters, Vivian Bundrock of Norco, California; Irma (Mrs. Sylvin) Lokken of Angora, Minnesota; Ramona Kautz of Sioux Falls; Harry Fischer and Jan (Mrs. Milbert) Neuharth of Eureka; and Violet (Mrs. Bob) Delker of Annisten, Alabama. Eugene's father, Matthias, was born May 19, 1899 and died September 4, 1962. Kathrina was born May 25, 1899 and died December 26, 1983. On October 7, 1945, Eugene married Bernice Meidinger, daughter of Albert and Martha Meidinger of Eureka. Bernice was born November 3, 1923 in Eureka. She has seven brothers and sisters, Elaine (Mrs. Art) Serr and JoAnn (Mrs. Lewis) Opp of Eureka, Marie (Mrs. Jack) Job of Pierre, Florence (Mrs. Gene) Heningsen of Tempe, Arizona, Mark of Tempe, Arizona, Wayne of Poel, Wyoming and Barbara (Mrs. Jon) Jund of Jerome, Idaho. Bernice's father, Albert, was born March 27, 1904 and Martha (Neuharth) was born July 24, 1904. They are residing in their home in Eureka. Eugene and Bernice are members of the Eureka Reformed Church where Bernice was a charter member of the Eureka Reformed Ladies Aid. They have both taught Sunday School and are active in church affairs. Eugene and Bernice are the third generation farming their ranch located ten miles southeast of Eureka. It has been the Meidinger family home for 100 years. Bernice's grandfather, Adolf Meidinger, a native of Kassel, South Russia, came to this country in 1884. After passing the winter in Menno, in the spring of 1885 they took the train to Ipswich and then traveled to the present site where they filed a claim and put up sod buildings. They later constructed wood buildings (of which the house still remains). In 1920, her grandfather retired to the city of Eureka, and her father, Albert, took over. He owned and operated the ranch until 1947 when he and Martha moved to Eureka and began a business. At that time, Eugene and Bernice began ranching there. They now own 2,380 acres of land, consisting of diversified farming and ranching. Eugene and Bernice have three children, David Gene, born September 15, 1951; Judith Ann, born July 21, 1954; and Debra Fay, born January 25, 1960. David is engaged in combining and trucking. He lives in Eureka and has one daughter, Lana Kay. Judith is an English teacher at Valley High. She is married to Wayne Olson and lives in Des Moines, Iowa. They have one son, Matthew Wayne. Debra works in personnel for K-Products. She is married to Sid Sandbulte and is living in Sioux Center, Iowa. They have one daughter, Katie Lynn. Eugene and Bernice enjoy traveling, theater, sports and visiting their children and grandchildren. | Fischer, Eugene (I105149)
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| 2886 | At least one living or private individual is linked to this note - Details withheld. | Opp, Floyd H. (I104760)
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| 2887 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt FRED AND HELENA MUTSCHLER Fred and Helena Mutschler Fred Mutschler was born September 12, 1893 to Christian and Fredericka (Christman-Heilman) Mutschler who had emigrated to America from South Russia then homesteaded in Gluecksthal Township four and one-half miles northwest of Eureka. Fred's brothers and sisters were: John, William, Mathew, Adam, Julius, Mrs. John (Barbara) Schaedler and Mrs. Jacob (Christina) Schock. Half-brothers and sisters were: Christian, Mary, Margaret, Katy Mutschler and Jake, Emanuel Heilman and Margaret (Heilman) Wenzel. On March 13, 1917 Fred married Helena Oster, born November 19, 1896, the daughter of Christian and Margaretha (Pfitzer) Oster. The Osters also emigrated to America from South Russia and homesteaded about seven miles northwest of Eureka in Gluecksthal Township. Brothers and sisters of Helena were: John, Henry, Mathias, Philip, Mrs. John (Mary) Brunemaier, and Mrs. John (Lena) Friske. Fred and Helena lived on a farm two miles northwest of Eureka and later moved to the Mutschler homestead farm four and one-half miles northwest of Eureka. They farmed there until their retirement in 1955, then moved to Eureka to make their home. Children born to them are: Herbert, married Lucille Gross, living in Bellevue, Washington; Ellenora, Mrs. Alvin Knittel, passed away in 1953; Iona, Mrs. Allan Koerner, Eureka; Marvin, married Ruth Rau, living near Eureka; Clarence, married Eunice Loebs and living in Clark, South Dakota. Fred Mutschler passed away November 11, 1955. Helena Mutschler passed away November 23, 1982. | Mutschler, Friedrich (I110943)
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| 2888 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt FRED AND KATHERINA DOERR Fred Doerr was born January 9, 1891, on a farm northeast of Eureka where he grew to young manhood. His parents were Rudolph Doerr and Rosina (Koerner) Doerr. Fred Doerr married Katherina Job on December 22, 1914. The young couple established their home on a farm 16 miles northeast of Eureka until moving into town in 1954. A family of three children was born to the Doerrs, two sons and one daughter, they are: Julius Doerr, married Erna (Schmitt) Doerr, Aberdeen, South Dakota. Hilda (Mrs. Reinhold Mettler), married (Reinhold Mettler (deceased April 28, 1983)) Upham, North Dakota. Katherina and Fred Doerr Raymond Doerr, married Velma (Burrer) Doerr, Lodi, California. Fred Doerr passed away in 1958. Katherina is residing at Lakeview Apartments in Eureka, South Dakota. They have five living grandchildren, one deceased, and five great grandchildren. | Doerr, Friedrich (I108803)
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| 2889 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt FRED D. OPP Fred D. Opp was born May 28, 1886, son of Daniel Opp and Katharina (Gohl) Opp. He was the sixth child in the family of nine children and the first to be born in the United States. His parents emigrating from Russia, settled in McPherson County in the late fall of 1884 on a farm 18 miles northeast of Eureka. Fred got married to Lydia Hoff on October 21, 1908 at the home of the bride's father, Mike Hoff, by Rev. Gustave Zenk of the Reformed Church. They settled on Daniel Opp's farm (father of Fred). Fred D. Opp family Lydia Hoff Opp was the oldest daughter of Mike Hoff. She was born April 13, 1890 and had five sisters and four brothers. Fred and Lydia Opp were blessed with six children: Reinhold, Arthur, Ella, Herbert, Anna and Ervin. Reinhold was married to Lea Hauck and passed away at the age of 26 on April 22, 1936. Arthur was married to Martha Stroh and he passed away at age 63 on August 20, 1975. Ella married Otto Schnabel. Herbert was married to Marie Kaul and he passed away at the age of 52 on July 27, 1967. Anna married Reuben Mettler. Ervin married Lavern Aman. Fred Opp was active in farming and enjoyed raising horses. He was on the school and church boards for many years. They had good years and bad years and also sad years. The Opps built a new house in Eureka and retired in the fall of 1948, and son Ervin took over the farm. The Opps celebrated their 25th, 50th and 65th anniversaries. They passed away within one year of each other, Fred on January 5, 1975 and Lydia on October 17, 1975. | Opp, Frederick D. (I104689)
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| 2890 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt FRED F. AND ROSENA OBENAUER Fred and Rosena Obenauer Fred F. Obenauer was born October 26, 1894, on a farm six miles northeast of Java, South Dakota. This is where he grew up, attended school and helped his parents with the farming. On January 9, 1916, Fred was united in marriage to Rosena (Rosie) Schlepp. She was born September 12, 1895 to John J. and Helene (Doebele) Schlepp on a farm seven miles northeast of Java, South Dakota. After their marriage, Fred and Rosena settled on a farm northeast of Java, near his father's homestead. When his parents moved to Eureka in 1919, Fred took over the family farm and lived there until 1927, when he too moved to Eureka. They lived in Eureka for about five years and then moved to a farm north of Eureka. Farming demanded long hours and hard work. Much of the field work was done with horses. It was not uncommon for women to help with the field work. Milking was done by hand, 20 to 25 cows, twice each day. For fuel, corn cobs and the famous mischt (pioneer lignite) were used. Making mischt was a chore nobody liked, especially the children. It was smelly when wet and it was hard work to lift and stack the dried blocks. Making mischt became a necessity, survival required it. Coal was expensive and was used to keep the fire going during the night. Many hardships were endured during the Depression and drought. Dust storms were so bad the sky would be dark, obstructing the sunlight. The harvest wasn't much either as there were as many thistles as stalks of grain and grasshoppers were thick, eating what little grain there was. Because of lack of feed, on orders of the government, cattle were shot, thrown into a pit and buried. We were allowed to take one critter to butcher for our use. After the marriage of their son, Ervin, the elder Obenauers moved to Eureka, where milking and raising poultry was their livelihood. They retired when their pasture and land under cultivation was taken over by West Lake Eureka. Fred and Rosie were the parents of eight children: Ida (See Peter P. Schmidt history), Hertha, Ervin (see Ervin Obenauer family history), Elsie, Edna, Violet, Janice, and Leroy. Hertha was born September 12, 1917, rural Java, married Wallace Hay in March, 1940. Wallace died at sea in the service of his country on November 13, 1942. A son, Walter Charles Hay, was born May 31, 1942 at Eureka. Hertha and Reuben Fischer were married May 14, 1947. Reuben was born June 10, 1917 in Campbell County, South Dakota. A son, Kenneth Fischer, was born December 9, 1949. They live in Hinkley, California. Elsie was born October 27, 1921, rural Java. She married Eugene Ellis on August 23, 1943 in California. Their children are Betty Ann, Robert and Rose Marie. Elsie and Eugene live at Frazier Park, California. Edna was born July 17, 1923 and died May 2, 1925 at Bowdle, South Dakota. Violet was born January 27, 1928 at Eureka. She married Ray C. Koerner at Eureka. They have five children: Jerilynn Kay, Carole Rae, Steven Charles, Kathleen Rose and James Craig. Ray and Violet live in Buena Park, California. Janice was born April 17, 1931 at Eureka. She married Elmer Opp at Eureka. Elmer was born June 17, 1926. They have five children: Karen Ann, Russell Dean, Janet Rose, Gaylynn Marie and Alan LeRoy. They live in Pittsburg, California. LeRoy was born November 21, 1937, rural Eureka. He married Lois Peterson on October 30, 1966 at Aberdeen, South Dakota. They have four daughters: Tammy, Kerry, Rosina and Daniele. They live at Aberdeen, South Dakota. Fred died March 16, 1975, at Aberdeen. Rosena died December 8, 1970 at Eureka. They were members of the Zion Lutheran Church at Eureka. | Obenauer, Fred (I111019)
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| 2891 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt FRED J. AND BERTHA JOB Fred and Bertha Job Fred Job was born March 20, 1894 to Johan and Carolina Job in McPherson County. He spent his youth on his parent's farm southeast of Eureka and went to college at Redfield. He served in the U. S. Army during World War I, returning to Eureka after the war where he and August Harr went into partnership operating the Chrysler Garage, located at the present site of the Lyric Lanes. On December 23, 1923 he married Bertha Schumacher, daughter of Fred and Barbara Schumacher in Eureka. They had six children, five surviving. Milton, married to Hazel Job, lives in Eureka; Esther (Mrs. David) Huft, lives in Pierre, Marion Touchstone resides at South Gate, California; Fred, married to Barbara King, employed by Hughes Electronics, presently lives in Belgium; Gloria Shangreaux resides in Las Vegas, Nevada. Due to the depression in the 30's it was necessary to sell the business. Fred then worked for William Wenzel as a mechanic in the Dodge and Plymouth garage. He later operated the county road maintainer and then was employed by Bareither Electric. Fred and Bertha also operated a small grocery store called Lakeside Grocery, located by the lake near their home. While in Eureka, Fred was a member of the American Legion and also served the Congregational Church as Sunday School teacher, deacon and choir director. In 1951, Fred and Pauline moved to Pierre where Fred was employed in the laboratory of the State Highway Department until his retirement. Bertha died in 1962. Fred later remarried and moved to California where he died March 7, 1984. | Job, Frederick John (I105251)
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| 2892 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt FRED J. AND EDNA J. NEUHARTH Fred J. Neuharth family Fred (Frederick) J. Neuharth was born June 14, 1909 at Eureka to Jacob G. and Fredericka (Aman) Neuharth. Jacob G. Neuharth was born February 10, 1884 at Menno, and Fredericka Aman was born January 14, 1887. Fred was raised on a farm in the Rosenthal Township, seven miles northeast of Eureka. Fred's brothers and sisters are Edward (deceased), Emil, Ruben of Eureka, Henry of Aberdeen, Ann Weishaar, Bertha Krause Hauck of Aberdeen and Esther Pfeiffer of Eureka. Edna J. Schnabel was born May 6, 1912 at Eureka to Henry H. and Pauline (Berreth) Schnabel. Henry H. Schnabel was born April 24, 1887 at Eureka. Pauline Berreth was born May 2, 1890 at Scotland, South Dakota. Edna was raised on a farm eleven miles northeast of Eureka in Odessa Township. Edna's brothers and sisters are Adeline Neuharth Mehlhaff, Otto, Edmund, all of Eureka; Alvin of Aberdeen; Gerda Rieger of Aberdeen; Reinhold of Lodi, California and Elmer (deceased). Fred and Edna were married on December 18, 1932. They farmed twelve miles northeast of Eureka until 1947. They moved to the Christ H. Aman farm seven miles northeast of Eureka and farmed until the fall of 1972. They moved to Eureka and resided at the experiment farm. Fred served as county commissioner for a number of years. He was a Sunday school teacher, church treasurer, elder and deacon at the Reformed Church. Fred died August 23, 1973. Edna was active in the Reformed Ladies Aid. She died May 14, 1984. Fred and Edna had three children. Delaine was born February 27, 1941 and married Duane Jantzen on June 24, 1960. They live in Dublin, California. Their children are Darel of Riverdale, California, Debbie Gravance of Laton, California and Dalene of Dublin. Carol was born June 17, 1943 and married Arnold Lutz on July 31, 1960. They live on a farm southwest of Eureka. Their children are Kip of Java, Becky Hahne of Minneapolis and Wendy Jo of Java. Robert Neuharth was born December 7, 1947. He lives in Eureka. His children are Heidi and Shane of Eureka. | Neuharth, Frederick J. (I104047)
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| 2893 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt FRED J. AND KATHARINA HOFF Katherina and Fred J. Hoff holding great granddaughter Neala Singer, 6 months old. Fred J. was born December 5, 1888, to Johan Hoff and Rosina, nee Heiser, Hoff in a sod house in rural Campbell County. Fred attended the rural school, had an eager interest in good health, and had dreams of becoming a medical doctor. However, the lack of a cash income kept him from fulfilling the dream of his youth. Katharina was born February 10, 1888 to George G. Neuharth and Christina, nee Goehring, in McPherson County. Being the second eldest, of fourteen children, she did not have the privilege of attending an English school--for she was needed at home. Her education was in the German language provided by her home and church. (Her father was a Sunday school teacher and church organist for many years.) Both the Neuharth and Hoff families were of German descent who had come to America from Kassel, South Russia, in 1874. On September 28, 1912 Fred and Katie were married at Eureka, and were lifelong members of the Eureka Reformed Church. They farmed eight miles southwest of Eureka. Fred owned a threshing machine. He and his crew threshed for many area farmers. He found pleasure in nature, such as planting fruit trees and watching them develop, and raising a vegetable garden. He also enjoyed playing his harmonica. Katie was a creative homemaker, who enjoyed raising flowers, crocheting, handiwork and reading. She also was the German teacher in the family. A heritage which her children are ever grateful for. Ten children were born to this union, five sons and five daughters. The six living today are: Esther, born January 15, 1915, married to Edward Lindemann, rural Mound City; Edwin F., born November 3, 1917, married to Bertha Kirschenmann, rural Eureka; Violet E., born July 8, 1922, married to Reinhold Lindemann, Eureka; Leah, born October 6, 1928, married to John Pfahl, Papillon, Nebraska; Gideon, born July 18, 1931, married to Priscilla Docktor, Lodi, California; Benjamin, born March 9, 1935, married to Loretta Docktor, Medford, Oregon. The four deceased are: Ella, born February 23, 1914; the late Mrs. R. Lindemann, died August 1974; Hulda, born February 16, 1916, the late Mrs. Walter Beck; Gottfried, born September 1920; and Alvin born January 4, 1925. The Hoffs were privileged to celebrate their Golden Wedding Anniversary on October 29, 1962. They both have passed away, leaving 23 grandchildren and 51 great grandchildren. HARRY H. AND LORENE HOFF Denise, Curtis, Harry and Lorene In 1879, Harry H. Hoff's grandfather, Michael Hoff, Sr., moved to Menno, South Dakota, from South Russia, where he lived with his family until 1889. Michael then took a preemption and timber claim ten miles east of Eureka in March 1889, and married Katharina Gohl on June 6, 1889. They had ten children, one being Henry, born October 3, 1900, who farmed with his family. On March 7, 1926, he married Lydia Kraemer of Ashley, North Dakota; after which he started his own farm. Henry and Lydia had two children, Eileen (Mrs. Dellver Burrer) and Harry. On July 7, 1957, Harry married Lorene Zimmerman, daughter of Edwin and Lydia (Kautz) Zimmerman of Artas, South Dakota. In 1958, Henry and Lydia moved into Eureka after farming thirty-two years. The land has been in the family for one hundred years. Henry drove out to help with the farming and Lydia helped at the Dellver Burrers and the Hoff farms, wherever she was needed. Harry and Lorene have two children, Curtis and Denise. Curtis was born July 8, 1958. He attended the Eureka School and after graduation, attended the Hub Area Vo-Tech in Aberdeen, while also helping with the farming. Curtis is the fourth generation on the homestead. On September 24, 1983, Curtis and Julie Pfeiffer, daughter of Norman and Viola Pfeiffer of Eureka, were married. She attended Eureka School and Stewart's School of Hairstyling in Aberdeen. Curtis and Julie live on the farm with Harry and Lorene and run a dairy and grain operation. Denise was born January 20, 1961. She attended Eureka School and after graduation, she attended Lake Area Vo-Tech in Watertown. On September 15, 1984, Denise and Kenneth Hier of McLaughlin, South Dakota, were married. He also attended Lake Area Vo-Tech. They are now living in Mobridge, South Dakota, where Denise is employed at Dady Drug as a pharmacy assistant and Kenneth is working with Web Water Development as a civil technician. The Hoff family has gone through hardships of drought, but they have had good prices and crops. Most of all they enjoy their family and friends. Lorene's brothers and sisters are Mrs. Frances (Milbert) Joachim, Mrs. Gladys (Floyd) Beck, Mrs. Rose Marie (Alvin) Wiest, LaVern, LeRoy, Steven, and Keith. They belong to the Eureka Reformed Church where Lorene is a member of the Ladies Aid. | Hoff, Frederick J. (I72510)
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| 2894 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt FREDERICK AND KATHARINA KNAPP Frederick Knapp was born January 24, 1893 to Johann and Phillipena (Koerner) Knapp at Eureka, South Dakota. Katharina Knapp was born December 21, 1897 to George and Elizabeth (Doerr) Spitzer at Wishek, North Dakota. Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Knapp Frederick and Katharina were married December 8, 1914 at Eureka and made their home on a farm twelve miles northeast of Eureka. They were blessed with nine children, six daughters and three sons: Mrs. Art (Elizabeth) Mehlhaff, Freeman, South Dakota; Mrs. Peter (Loteva) Faith, Whitewater, Wisconsin; Mrs. Ollie (Della) Pride; Mrs. Orbia (Luella) Pride, Yakima, Washington; Mrs. Frances Oster, Coeur D'Alene, Idaho; Mrs. Delbert (Evelyn) Scheuffele, Eureka; Edwin, Indianapolis, Indiana; Marvin, Rapid City, South Dakota; and George, Bargersville, Indiana The Knapps were members of the Eureka Reformed Church. Frederick died in 1969 and Katharina died in 1978. | Knapp, Frederick (I110910)
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| 2895 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt GEORGE G. DAIS George G. Dais was born June 14, 1896 eight miles northeast of Eureka, South Dakota. He married Mary Nies on November 21, 1919 and they lived on the family farm until the fall of 1956 when they moved to Eureka. George's parents were George Dais, born in 1863 in South Russia, and Christina Gohl, born March 11, 1863 in South Russia. In 1889 they emigrated to the United States and settled on a farm eight miles northeast of Eureka. They lived on the farm until 1923, then moved to Eureka. George passed away in 1926 at the age of 63 and Christina passed away June 18, 1949 at the age of 86. George G. Dais has eight brothers and sisters, four of whom are still living: Jacob, married Rosina Dais, died August 31, 1979; Katherine, married John C. Dais, lives at the Eureka Lutheran Home; John, married Katie Ott, died in 1975; David, married Elizabeth Miller, lives in Lodi, California; Christ, married Ernestine Diede, lives in Eureka; Martha, married Ray Praegitzer, lives in Lodi, California; Daniel, died in infancy; Benjamin, died at the age of seven months. Mary (Nies) Dais was born July 17, 1896 on a farm 14 miles northeast of Eureka. She died November 26, 1967. Her parents were John Nies, born May 27, 1871 in South Russia and Friedricka Kurle, born April 22, 1875 in Bergdorf, South Russia. John came to the United States in 1889, Friedricka came to the United States in 1885. They were married November 7, 1893 and resided on a farm 14 miles northeast of Eureka. John died July 2, 1943, Friedricka died September 19, 1956. Mary (Nies) Dais had 13 brothers and sisters, six of whom are still living: Christina, married Phillip Rueb, died in 1961; John married Johanna Fieock, lives in Bismarck, North Dakota; Henry, married Amalia Dollinger, died in 1969; Katherine, married Edward Goehring, lives in Eureka; Margaret, married Jacob Fischer, lives in Ashley, North Dakota; Carl, married Mabel Qualley in 1930, then Juliet Dakken in 1945, he died in 1961; David, married Martha Schrenk in 1929, then Dorothea Puhlmann in 1935, he died in 1973; Martha, died in 1969; Jacob, married Martha Fauth, died in 1972; Leah, married Gustave Puhlmann, lives in Ashley, North Dakota; Albert, married Maxine Johnson, lives in Long Beach, California, Reuben, married Francis Puhlmann, lives in Eureka and Walter, died in 1944. George G. and Mary Dais were blessed with nine children. Aaron, born April 9, 1921 married Lenora Schueler. They live in Lodi, California and have two children: Darrel, deceased and Ronald. Walter, born February 28, 1923, married Florence Schnabel. They have five children: Dennis, JoAnn, Kenneth, Donald and Sandra. Florence died in 1984 and Walter lives in Eureka. Calvin, born October 5, 1924, married Lou Ella Schnabel. They have one son, Lloyd Allen, and live eight miles northeast of Eureka. Wilbert, born February 1, 1927, married Bernice Lorraine Sayler. They have three children: Delilah, Gwendalyn and Pamela and live in Aberdeen, South Dakota. Alice, born August 13, 1928, married Lawrence Melvin Meier. They have seven children: twins, Shirley and Sharon, Roy, Joyce, Cathy, Carla and George. Lawrence died in 1965 and Alice lives in Eureka. Marvin, born October 3, 1931, married Eileen Mary Schaefbauer. They have three children: Marlene, Sheryl and Steven and live in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Darlene was born March 3, 1934 and died April 24, 1934. LeRoy, born May 16, 1935, married Hope Caswell They have five children: Bryon, Susan, Terry, Craig and Linda and live in Denver, Colorado. Mabel Darlene, born February 8, 1939, married Marvin Lee Cory. They have two children: Cynthia and Sheila and live in Marion, Iowa. George G. and Mary (Nies) Dais attended the Church of God 7th Day in Eureka, where George is still a member. George G. Dais has been retired for a number of years and lives alone in Eureka. He enjoys listening to gospel records and spends many hours reading the Bible. He also enjoys watching T.V. He has a small garden and does his own lawn mowing at the age of 88. | Dais, George G. (I109371)
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| 2896 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt GEORGE J. AND KATIE NEUHARTH George J. Neuharth was born March 10, 1899 in McPherson County, South Dakota. On March 16, 1922, he married Katie Roth who was born in Venturia, North Dakota on February 9, 1902. They both completed an elementary education. George and Katie farmed from 1922 until 1968 except the period from June of 1939 to September of 1940 when they lived in Eureka and operated a Texaco service station. Their children include Norma (Mrs. Ernest) Meyer, Forbes, North Dakota; Harold (deceased, November, 1978); Calvin, Eureka, South Dakota; Gladys (Mrs. Harvey) Schmidt, Newbury Park, California; Dennis, Hartford, Connecticut; and George, Jr. (deceased). During his lifetime, George was county assessor, county commissioner, school board and church board member. He enjoyed sporting events while Katie enjoyed gardening. They both liked traveling in their retirement years. George J. Neuharth died August 8, 1974. Katie died November 24, 1981. | Neuharth, George J. (I85982)
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| 2897 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt GIDEON AND ALMA KLEIN Alma Klein Gideon Klein Gideon Jutze Klein was born November 28, 1900 in a sod house in Spring Creek Township, Eureka, South Dakota, seven miles north of Eureka, to Frederick Ludwig Klein and Magdalena (Staebner) Klein. Gideon's father, Frederick, was born June 20, 1873 in Gluckstal, South Russia. His mother, Magdalene, was born in Kassel, South Russia on May 11, 1878. Frederick arrived in Eureka in 1884. He and Magdalena farmed as pioneers until 1909, when they sold their farm, moved to Eureka, and built a house west of Eureka Lutheran College. Frederick engaged in the implement business as a partnership called Keim, Kiesz, and Klein. Later he went into the grain elevator business and after retirement attended to some land holding in the area. He died May 18, 1922. Gideon's mother died March 25, 1953. Gideon was one of three children, the eldest. Emma was born November 6, 1907 and died March 1985. Herbert was born September 21, 1910 and died November 10, 1931. Gideon attended rural school for about two years in Spring Creek Township. He attended Eureka Public School through the seventh grade then attended Eureka Lutheran College from the eighth grade until graduation. For summer jobs Gideon worked for the Eureka Bazaar; Slim, the plumber; Fred Junker, the painter and Fred Hindemit from Ashley, as a carpenters helper. Fred built the Reformed Church parsonage by the highway and later Andrew Stoebner's home. Gideon assisted during these jobs. Gideon attended Wartburg College in Clinton, Iowa for one year, South Dakota State College at Brookings, South Dakota for one year and University of South Dakota at Vermillion for two and one half years. Before graduating Gideon bought J. E. Zoerb's Eureka Oil Station, which included trucks, and tanks. He operated it for five years, then sold out to Mobil Oil Co. and managed it for Mobil for ten years. He bought and operated Henry Rickmeier's Gamble Store in Eureka, until 1946, when he sold the business to Gamble Skogmo of Minneapolis, Minnesota. They moved the business into the Eureka Bazaar, operated by Julius Schamber, who sold his stock to Gamble Skogmo. After about a year of operation, Gamble Skogmo sold their interest to Reitz and Howard Poling. Gideon worked for them for one year. In the fall of 1947 Gideon sold his home and moved to Salem, Oregon where he still lives. He was employed for 19 years by the Salem School District until he retired in 1966. On October 24, 1927 Gideon and Alma A. Wolsby of Nome, North Dakota were united in marriage. Alma was born December 13, 1902 to Daniel and Emma (Tanto) Wolsky on their farm near Nome, North Dakota. Both Alma's parents were born in Germany and emigrated to Nome, North Dakota. Daniel was born April 13, 1862 and died June 2, 1939. Alma's mother was born August 10, 1879 and died September 14, 1963. Alma graduated from Nome High School and Teachers College at Valley City, North Dakota. Alma taught rural schools and during the summer was a beautician in Valley City, North Dakota. Alma attended Eureka Lutheran College. After their marriage, Alma was a housewife and homemaker. Two children were born to Gideon and Alma Klein. Douglas Gideon, born June 16, 1930, married Shirley Jean Skagen of Seattle, Washington. Douglas had been in the real estate business in partnership until 1981, when he died on June 10, 1981. Their children are: Susan, married to Mike Lemm. They have a daughter, Kelsy Anne. Douglas Gideon, Jr. has one son, Adam Gideon. Laura and Keith are in college. All live in Walla Walla, Washington. Mary Ellen Klein married Howard Anderson who is a pharmacist and Mary Ellen is a nurse in the Bend, Oregon Clinic. They have two children, Mark and Melissa. Alma was active in Zion Lutheran Church in Eureka. She sang in the choir, was a member and President of the Ladies Aid. She was active in P.T.A. and a member of the Eastern Star and the Study Club. During Eureka's 50th Anniversary Alma planned the menu and dining functions for 600 pioneers, over a thousand meals were served. In Salem, Oregon she was active in church work and was employed by the State of Oregon Department of Finance and Administration until her sudden death on September 5, 1964. Gideon was active in Zion Lutheran in Eureka, serving on the church board, as a delegate to the District Convention and a delegate to the National Convention in Sandusky Ohio during the latter days of World War II. | Klein, Gideon Jutze (I109453)
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| 2900 | BIOGRAPHY: http://www.genealogy.com/users/c/h/r/David-Alan-Christianson/FILE/0004text.txt GOTTHILF AND LYDIA MEHLHAFF Gotthilf Mehlhaff was born November 14, 1900. He was one of twelve children born to Jacob and Christina (Koerner) Mehlhaff, all of whom were born and grew up two and one-half miles south of Eureka, South Dakota. Namely; Jacob (1886-1960), John G. (1887-1976), Albina (1889-1977), Edward (1891-1982), Emil (1893-1968), Julius (1895-1974), Ida (1897-1979), William (1898-), Gotthilf (1900-1982), Otto (1902-1981), Herbert (1904-) and Arthur (1907-). Lydia and Gotthilf Mehlhaff Gotthilf's parents, Jacob and Christina Mehlhaff, were married January 3, 1885 and that same year homesteaded in Bauer Township, McPherson County, South Dakota. The family witnessed and aided in the building of the railroad and the beginning of Eureka. On November 26, 1925 Gotthilf married Lydia Dockter at Venturia, North Dakota. She was born April 14, 1905 to August and Katherina (Stroh) Dockter. The young couple then made their home on a farm three and one-half miles southeast of town until October of 1960 when they retired and moved into Eureka. Lydia died October 23, 1970. His second marriage took place April 14, 1971 to Mrs. Adeline Neuharth at Eureka. Gotthilf died at the Eureka Hospital on March 27, 1982. | Mehlhaff, Gotthilf (I104072)
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