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Ottila "Odila" "Otil" Zimmerman

Female 1790 - 1863  (72 years)


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  1. 1.  Ottila "Odila" "Otil" Zimmerman was born on 10 Nov 1790 in Kirberg, Imperial Territory of Alsace-Lorraine, Imperial Territory Of Alsace-Lorraine, Elsa?-Lothringen, Germany; died on 17 Sep 1863 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York.

    Notes:

    Her father was a school master.

    (Research):

    Census Listings;

    1850 Census
    New York, Erie County, Lancaster
    Enumerated 23 Aug 1850
    Page 200
    1048-1082
    Otil Strifler 59 F $2550 Germany
    Jacob Strifler 30 M Farmer
    Susanna Strifler 27 F
    Joseph Stifler 24 M Farmer
    Christian Strifler 22 m Farmer
    John Strifler 17 Farmer New York (sic)
    David Strifler 14

    1860 Census
    Not located

    Ottila married Jacob Anton Striffler on 4 Nov 1809 in Kirberg, Imperial Territory of Alsace-Lorraine, Imperial Territory Of Alsace-Lorraine, Elsa?-Lothringen, Germany. Jacob was born on 20 Oct 1779 in Kirberg, Imperial Territory of Alsace-Lorraine, Imperial Territory Of Alsace-Lorraine, Elsa?-Lothringen, Germany; died on 3 Mar 1850 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 2. Henry Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 4 Aug 1811 in Kirberg, Imperial Territory of Alsace-Lorraine, Imperial Territory Of Alsace-Lorraine, Elsa?-Lothringen, Germany; died on 11 Jul 1883 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    2. 3. Peter Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 15 Mar 1815 in Kirberg, Imperial Territory of Alsace-Lorraine, Imperial Territory Of Alsace-Lorraine, Elsa?-Lothringen, Germany; died on 17 Jan 1882 in Bluff Creek, Pottawatomie County, Kansas.
    3. 4. Jacob Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 17 Feb 1817 in Kirberg, Imperial Territory of Alsace-Lorraine, Imperial Territory Of Alsace-Lorraine, Elsa?-Lothringen, Germany; died on 25 May 1818 in Kirberg, Imperial Territory of Alsace-Lorraine, Imperial Territory Of Alsace-Lorraine, Elsa?-Lothringen, Germany.
    4. 5. Jacob Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 31 Mar 1819 in Kirberg, Imperial Territory of Alsace-Lorraine, Imperial Territory Of Alsace-Lorraine, Elsa?-Lothringen, Germany; died on 24 Sep 1895 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 26 Sep 1895 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    5. 6. Christian Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 17 Jun 1821 in Kirberg, Imperial Territory of Alsace-Lorraine, Imperial Territory Of Alsace-Lorraine, Elsa?-Lothringen, Germany; died on 18 Sep 1827 in Kirberg, Imperial Territory of Alsace-Lorraine, Imperial Territory Of Alsace-Lorraine, Elsa?-Lothringen, Germany.
    6. 7. Susanna Catharina Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 6 Aug 1823 in Kirberg, Imperial Territory of Alsace-Lorraine, Imperial Territory Of Alsace-Lorraine, Elsa?-Lothringen, Germany; died on 28 Apr 1905 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    7. 8. Joseph Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 18 Sep 1825 in Kirberg, Imperial Territory of Alsace-Lorraine, Imperial Territory Of Alsace-Lorraine, Elsa?-Lothringen, Germany; died on 25 Feb 1902 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    8. 9. Christian Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 8 Dec 1827 in Kirberg, Imperial Territory of Alsace-Lorraine, Imperial Territory Of Alsace-Lorraine, Elsa?-Lothringen, Germany; died on 6 Feb 1911 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    9. 10. John "Uncle John" Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 15 Mar 1833 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 12 Jul 1922 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    10. 11. David Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born about 1836 in Amherst, Erie County, New York; died on 30 Dec 1872 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; was buried in Lancaster Rural Cemetery, Lancaster, Erie County, New York.


Generation: 2

  1. 2.  Henry Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (1.Ottila1) was born on 4 Aug 1811 in Kirberg, Imperial Territory of Alsace-Lorraine, Imperial Territory Of Alsace-Lorraine, Elsa?-Lothringen, Germany; died on 11 Jul 1883 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    (Research):
    Census Information:

    1860 Census
    New York, Erie County, Lancaster, P.O. Bowmansville
    Enumerated 18 June 1860
    Pages 21 and 22, Stamped 750
    159-159
    Henry Streepler 47 M Faremer $500 France
    Elizabeth 42 F Germany
    Elixabeth 12 F NY
    Susan 10 NY
    Jacob 9 M NY
    Leana 6 F NY

    1870 Census
    New York, Erie County, Lancaster
    Enumerated 30 Jun 1870
    Page 69 Stamped 401
    496-489
    Strinler, Henry 50 M W Farming $1600 $200 France
    Strinler, Susan 20 F W Housekeeping NY
    Strinler, Jacob 19 M W Work on Farm NY
    Strinler, Lana 16 F W Attends School NY
    Strinler, Charley 9 M W At home NY

    1880 Federal Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland, ED 400
    Enumerated on the 14th and 15th day of June, 1880
    George C. Peterhaus
    Page No. Seventeen, S.D. 3d ED 400
    A. 97
    164-164
    Striffler, Henry W M 67 Farmer France France France
    Striffler, Jacob W M 30 Son Farmer NY France Bavaria
    Striffler, Sophia W F 20 Drt in Law Housekeeper NY Bavaria Bavaria
    Striffler, Charles W M 19 Son Farmer NY France Bavaria
    Striffler, Susan W F 29 Dtr Housekeeper NY France Bavaria
    Striffler, John W M 17 Son at school NY France Bavaria
    (Household #165 was that of George and Catherine Kolb)

    Family/Spouse: Elizabeth Wagner. Elizabeth was born after 1811 in Bayern, Germany; died after 1863 in New York. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 12. Elizabeth Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 6 Jan 1848 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 4 Mar 1928 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    2. 13. Susan Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 15 Jun 1849 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 11 Sep 1910 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    3. 14. Jacob H. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 6 Jan 1851 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 31 May 1925 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 3 Jun 1925 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    4. 15. Magdalena "Lena" Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born about 1854 in New York; died on 11 Jul 1883 in Tuscola County, Michigan.
    5. 16. Charles David Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 24 May 1861 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 22 Dec 1940 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    6. 17. John Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born about 1863 in New York; and died.

  2. 3.  Peter Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (1.Ottila1) was born on 15 Mar 1815 in Kirberg, Imperial Territory of Alsace-Lorraine, Imperial Territory Of Alsace-Lorraine, Elsa?-Lothringen, Germany; died on 17 Jan 1882 in Bluff Creek, Pottawatomie County, Kansas.

    Notes:

    On Ruth Marchetti's website, she writes: "One internet source gives Christian as a middle name. He had a brother named Christian, so I am not sure if this is accurate or not. Moved to America 1830, arriving May 24 & living in Buffalo, NY. He, along with Henry and Jacob, are listed in 1840, 1850 and 1855 Census records as living in Buffalo, NY. Brother David stayed in New York, making his home in Lancaster. The rest of the family ended up in Cass City, Michigan, except for Peter, who moved to Kansas. Dates conflict between family records and published obituary on when he moved to Kansas. Family accounts put them moving to Kansas no earlier that 1867 after the birth of their last child. If newspaper is correct (1859), the last 3 or 4 children would have been born in Kansas."

    THE ONAGA JOURNAL 26 JAN 1882
    Clear Creek items 17 Jan. 1882: It is with sadness that we report the death of one of our oldest settlers, Mr. Peter Striffler. Last Friday morning he was out about his work, as usual, but about 10 o'clock he went into the house and laid down, and complained of feeling unwell. About 11 o'clock he raised up to vomit and fell over, partly on the floor. His wife, ran to the nearest neighbors for help, when he was placed back on the bed, dead. Funeral services were held at the Bluff Creek school house Sunday afternoon. While the corpse was being viewed by the friends, someone remarked that he did not look like a dead person, considerable excitement ensued, when it was decided to have an examination. Dr. Dean was sent for, who, upon arrival, pronounced his dead, and that in his opinion his death was caused from an affliction of the heart. Mr. Striffler was a good neighbor and citizen, and his loss will long be felt in the community. The bereaved family has the heartfelt sympathy of the whole neighborhood. He was 66 years old and has been a resident of Kansas for a good many years.

    RootsWeb's WorldConnect Project: Havensville, Pottawatomie co, Ks. Area Working database (Merrie Pinick: cftm648@yahoo.com ) dated 2008-08-17

    (Research):
    Census Information:

    1860 Federal Census
    Clarence, Erie County, NY
    Enumerated the 13th day of July 1860 by A. Prince
    741-747
    Peter Striffler 45 M Farmer $--- $200 Germany
    Catherine Striffler 42 F Germany
    Daniel Striffler 15 M N.Y.
    Emma Strifller 13 F N.Y.
    Isabel Striffler 10 F N. Y. Attended School
    Tilla Striffler 6 F N.Y. Attended School
    Peter Striffler 5 M N.Y.
    Frank Striffler 3 M N.Y.
    Bennet Striffler 2 M. N.Y.
    Wm. Striffler 5/12 M N.Y.

    1870 Federal Census
    Kansas, Pottawatomie County, Pottawatomie
    Enumerated 22 July 1870 by Sophronius Lee
    174-173
    Striffler, Peter 56 Farmer $150 France
    Striffler, Catherine 50 Keeping House France
    Striffler, Martin 8 At Home NY
    Striffler, Jessie 3 At Home NY

    1880 Federal Census Household:
    Name RelationMarital StatusGenderRaceAgeBirthplaceOccupationFather's BirthplaceMother's Birthplace
    Peter STRIFFLER Self M Male W 65 FRANCE Farmer FRANCE FRANCE
    Cathrine STRIFFLER Wife M Female W 61 FRANCE House Keeping FRANCE FRANCE
    Martan STRIFFLER Son S Male W 18 NY Laborer FRANCE FRANCE
    William STRIFFLER Son S Male W 20 NY Laborer FRANCE FRANCE
    Eva ALLEN GDau S Female W 4 KS IL NY
    Source Information:
    Census PlaceClear Creek, Pottawatomie, KansasFamily History Library Film 1254393 NA Film Number T9-0393Page Number 229B

    Family/Spouse: Catharine "Kate" Barnhardt. Catharine was born in Jan 1818 in France; died on 20 Mar 1905 in Kansas; was buried in Mount Vernon Cemetery, Atchison, Atchison County, Kansas. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 18. Mary Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born about 1843 in Buffalo, Erie County, New York; and died.
    2. 19. Daniel Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born about 1845 in Buffalo, Erie County, New York; and died.
    3. 20. Emma "Amy" Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born in Oct 1849 in Buffalo, Erie County, New York; and died.
    4. 21. Isabel Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born about 1850 in Buffalo, Erie County, New York; and died.
    5. 22. Artilda "Tilla" Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born about 1854 in Buffalo, Erie County, New York; and died.
    6. 23. Peter Elwood Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born in Mar 1857 in Buffalo, Erie County, New York; and died.
    7. 24. John Francis "Frank" Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 4 Aug 1857 in Buffalo, Erie County, New York; died on 4 Dec 1930 in Pottawatomie County, Kansas; was buried in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Clear Creek Township, Pottawatomie County, Kansas.
    8. 25. Benjamin Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born about 1859 in Erie County, New York; and died.
    9. 26. William Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born in Feb 1860 in Clarence, Erie County, New York; and died.
    10. 27. Martin "Mart" Ellsworth Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 17 May 1862 in Erie County, New York; and died.
    11. 28. Bessie Belle "Jessie" Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born about 1867 in Erie County, New York; and died.

  3. 4.  Jacob Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (1.Ottila1) was born on 17 Feb 1817 in Kirberg, Imperial Territory of Alsace-Lorraine, Imperial Territory Of Alsace-Lorraine, Elsa?-Lothringen, Germany; died on 25 May 1818 in Kirberg, Imperial Territory of Alsace-Lorraine, Imperial Territory Of Alsace-Lorraine, Elsa?-Lothringen, Germany.

  4. 5.  Jacob Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (1.Ottila1) was born on 31 Mar 1819 in Kirberg, Imperial Territory of Alsace-Lorraine, Imperial Territory Of Alsace-Lorraine, Elsa?-Lothringen, Germany; died on 24 Sep 1895 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 26 Sep 1895 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Supervisor of Elkland Township from 1888 through 1891, and President of Cass City in the last years of the 19th century. (Source: Peck)

    Bonnie Margaret Jacobs, in her 1981 unpublished manuscript, wrote that Jacob and his brother John Striffler "decided they'd join the migration west and they had heard of the opening territory of Michigan and the potentially good farm land there. Sight unseen, they bought land for two farms at $2 per acred and set out with their families for their new home in 1859....the trip was reasonably easy the first part of the way. They could catch a boat from Buffalo to the Michigan shores and from there, wagon on to their new land....they found the forest so dense that there was no way to get to the land they had purchased. Disgusted and disappointed, they were prepared to return to Lancaster. But the men in Watrousville [now Caro] advised they not to be so foolish. It was good farm land---once the trees were harvested and a part of each land sale seems to have included a provision that the price of the land did not include the pine that stood on it. Lumbering rights were held by large lumbering companies and the Strifflers could expect to be able to establish their homes by the next spring. So the two young families remained in Watrousville for the winter. Fortunately as well as being experienced farmers, the men were accomplished coopers. So they supported themselves by the making of barrels and buckets through the winter and finally were able to get thier land the next summer." (pp. 151, 152, and Jacobs cites both the "Memoirs of John A. Benkelman," along with interviews with Elsie Buehrly Anthes, Leonard Striffler and Mrs. Ben Schwegler).

    He and Louisa were charter members of the Evangelical United Brethren Church in Cass City.

    Cass City Enterprise
    September 27, 1895

    About midnight, Monday, Jacob Striffler, living two miles east and north of town, breathed his last. He had resided here since 1860, and labored hard to make fruitful what was then a wilderness, not without succes. The funeral took place yesterday at the Evangelical Church, Rev. C.W. Ross officiating and being assisted by Rev. J.W. Fenn. The pall bearers were from among his associates and were also pioneers. The attendance was large and the services impressive. Deceased was born March 31, 1918 at Kirrberg, Germany (formerly France) and fell asleep in Jesus at his home September 24, 1895, aged 76 years, 5 months, and 23 days. In 1830 he came with his parents to America and located near Buffalo, NY, he moved to Watrousville, Mich in 1859, and he came her one year later. Early in life he converted to God, became a member of the Evangelical Church, lived a devoted Christian life and was true until called from labor to reward. He also served in a capacity of a class-leader for many years. Mr. Striffler leaves a sorrowing wife, two sons and two daughter (two sons and two daughters precededd him to the better land), three brothers, one sister and a large circle of friends. May God grant all a happy reunion in heaven.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Spring 2007)

    (Research):
    Census Information:

    1850 Census
    New York, Erie County, Lancaster
    Enumerated 23 Aug 1850
    Page 200
    1048-1082
    Otil Strifler 59 F $2550 Germany
    Jacob Strifler 30 M Farmer
    Susanna Strifler 27 F
    Joseph Stifler 24 M Farmer
    Christian Strifler 22 m Farmer
    John Strifler 17 Farmer New York (sic)
    David Strifler 14


    1860 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland
    59-57
    Jacob Striffler 41 M Farmer $280 $75 France
    Louisa Striffler 27 F Domestic Wurtinberg
    Adaline Striffler 6 F NY
    Leonard Striffler 3 M NY
    Solomon Striffler 1 NY
    The household immediately preceding theirs was that of John and Mary Striffler, his brother.

    1870 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland
    53-53
    Striffler, Jacob 51 Farmer $3,030 $300 France
    Striffler, Louisa 37 Keeping House Germany Wirtenberg
    Striffler, Leonard 13 NY
    Striffler, Solomon 10 NY
    Striffler, Lydia 4 MI
    Striffler, Jacob 4/12 MI
    The following three households were those of Adam and Catherine Benkelman, George and Katherine Kolb, and John and Mary Striffler

    1880 Census
    Census Place:Elkland, Tuscola, Michigan Source:FHL Film 1254607 National Archives Film T9-0607 Page 96C
    RelationSexMarrRaceAgeBirthplace
    Jacob STRIFFLERSelfMMW61FRANCE Occ:FarmerFa: FRANCEMo: FRANCE
    Louisa STRIFFLERWifeFMW46WERTENBERG Occ:Keeping HouseFa: WERTENBERGMo: WERTENBERG
    Soloman STRIFFLERSonMSW21NY Occ:FarmerFa: FRANCEMo: WERTENBERG
    Samuel STRIFFLERSonMSW8MI Occ:At SchoolFa: FRANCEMo: WERTENBERG
    Lydia STRIFFLERDauFSW6MI Occ:At SchoolFa: FRANCEMo: WERTENBERG
    Charles JANS OtherMSW33WERTENBERG Occ:FarmerFa: WERTENBERGMo: WERTENBERG

    Jacob married Luise "Louisa" Benkelman about 1853 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York. Luise (daughter of Johann Leonhard Benkelmann and Maria Dorothea St?hle) was born on 14 Sep 1833 in Schneiderhof, Waldhausen Parish, Welzheim, Jagstkreis, W?rttemberg, Germany; died on 22 Oct 1910 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 29. Adaline Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 1 Aug 1854 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 1 Sep 1866 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    2. 30. John Leonard Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born in Jun 1857 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 29 Apr 1874 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    3. 31. Solomon Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 5 Apr 1859 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 8 May 1936 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 10 May 1936 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    4. 32. Lydia May Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born about 1866 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 2 May 1874 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    5. 33. Jacob Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born in Mar 1870 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 3 May 1874 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    6. 34. Samuel Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 28 Feb 1872 in Michigan; died on 6 Nov 1954 in San Diego, San Diego County, California.
    7. 35. Lydia Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 20 Nov 1874 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 7 Mar 1957 in Billings, Yellowstone County, Montana; was buried in Moore Cemetery, Moore, Fergus County, Montana.

  5. 6.  Christian Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (1.Ottila1) was born on 17 Jun 1821 in Kirberg, Imperial Territory of Alsace-Lorraine, Imperial Territory Of Alsace-Lorraine, Elsa?-Lothringen, Germany; died on 18 Sep 1827 in Kirberg, Imperial Territory of Alsace-Lorraine, Imperial Territory Of Alsace-Lorraine, Elsa?-Lothringen, Germany.

  6. 7.  Susanna Catharina Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (1.Ottila1) was born on 6 Aug 1823 in Kirberg, Imperial Territory of Alsace-Lorraine, Imperial Territory Of Alsace-Lorraine, Elsa?-Lothringen, Germany; died on 28 Apr 1905 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, October 29, 1915
    Colwood

    Mr. and Mrs. H.F. Lenzner and little daughter, Mrs. C.O. Lenzner, Miss Emma Lenzner of Cass City and Mrs. Samuel Lenzner of Detroit were Colwood visitors Friday night.

    Cass City Chronicle
    May 5, 1905, page 1

    Pioneer Passed Away

    Another pioneer has passed away in the person of Mrs. Susan Lenzer, who died at her home at the corner of Oak and Pine streets, last Friday evening, April 28.

    Mrs. Lenzer, nee Striffler, was born Aug. 6, 1823, in the province of Lorraine, then a part of France but now a part of Germany. When she was six years of age her parents sailed for America ans settled near Lancaster, New York. In 1853 she was married to C.O. Lenzer, Sr. To this union five children were born, all of whom survive. In 1873 the family moved to Cass City, where Mr. Lenzer entered into the furniture business and continued the same for many years. He died in 1897.

    At an early age Mrs. Lenzer joined the Reformed church and has lived a consistent Christian life and followed the teaching of the Golden Rule. For some years she has been in feeble health and was very ill the two weeks preceding her death. Her departure is mourned by a host of relatives and friends in whose estimation she was held in high esteem. Five children--Miss Emma, C.O. and Franklin of this place, John of Gagetown and Samuel of Detroit, and two brothers, John and Christian Striffler of Cass City, survive.

    The funeral services were held at the residence Sunday Afternoon, Rev. Berge officiating, and the remains interred in the Elkland cemetery. The out of town relatives present were Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Lenzer of Detroit, John Lenzer of Gagetown, Mr. and Mrs. S.W. Striffler and W. D. Striffler of Argyle.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong)

    (Research):
    Census Information:

    1880 Census
    Oscar Sr. LENSPAER Self M Male W 54 SAXONY Cabinet Maker SAXONY SAXONY
    Susanna LENSPAER Wife M Female W 56 FRANCE Keeping House FRA. FRA.
    John LENSPAER Son S Male W 23 NY Cabinet Maker SAXONY FRA.
    Franklin LENSPAER Son S Male W 21 NY Carpenter SAXONY FRA.
    Samuel LENSPAER Son S Male W 19 NY Carpenter SAXONY FRA.
    Emma LENSPAER Dau S Female W 16 NY At School SAXONY FRA.
    Source Information:
    Census Place Cass City, Tuscola, Michigan
    Family History Library Film 1254607
    NA Film Number T9-0607
    Page Number 100D

    1900 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Cass City Village
    Enumerated 8 June 1900 by A.D. Gallis
    SD 8 ED 11 Sheet 5A Stamped 119
    Pine Street
    96-99
    Lenzner, Susan Hd W F Jan 183 (sic) ?? W 47 5/5 Germany Germany Germany 1830 70
    Lenzner, Emma Dtr W F Jun 1863 36 S NY Germany Germany Dress Maker
    Linzner, John Border W M Oct 1847 52 S Ny Germany Germany Day Laborer

    Susanna married Christian Oscar Lenzner, Sr. on 20 Jun 1853 in Erie County, New York. Christian was born on 14 Feb 1825 in Leubetha, Chemnitz, Sachsen, Germany; died on 1 Apr 1897 in Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 36. Christian Oscar "C.O." Lenzner, Jr.  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 30 Oct 1854 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 2 Jun 1927 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    2. 37. Franklin H. Lenzner  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 30 May 1859 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 5 Nov 1940 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    3. 38. John B. Lenzner  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 8 Oct 1856 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 18 Oct 1932 in Gagetown, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    4. 39. Samuel B. Lenzner  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 30 Jun 1861 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; was christened on 4 Feb 1886 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 20 Jul 1926 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan; was buried on 23 Jul 1926 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    5. 40. Emma Lenzner  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 28 Jan 1863 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 7 Jan 1945 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 9 Jan 1945 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

  7. 8.  Joseph StrifflerJoseph Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (1.Ottila1) was born on 18 Sep 1825 in Kirberg, Imperial Territory of Alsace-Lorraine, Imperial Territory Of Alsace-Lorraine, Elsa?-Lothringen, Germany; died on 25 Feb 1902 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Tri-County Chronicle
    Cass City, Mich., Friday, February 28, 1902
    Vol. 3 No 41
    Page 1

    Passed the Portals

    Another Pioneer citizen, Joseph Striffler, passed away last Tuesday morning. During the past three years he had been gradually failing, and most of the time was as helpless as a child. During all those weary weeks and months he made his home with his daughter, Mrs. Samuel BENKELMAN, who with unusual filial love cared for her father, although at times the care and anxiety thurst upon her became exceedingly burdensome. Joseph Striffler, during his younger years, was a man of sterling character, always true to his convictions and was more than ordinarily successful in the affairs of this world. His days were many. He lived to be nearly 77 years old. The deceased was born in Alsace, Germany, Sept. 17, 1825. He came to American with his parents in his fourth year and settled in Erie county, N.Y. In the year 1854 he was united in marriage to with Rosanna BALBASH of Lancaster, N.Y. and the same year moved to Scotland County, Mo., residing there elven years and from thence removed to Lee County, Ia. In November, 1876, he moved with his two daughters, and a foster child, now Mrs. J. BENKELMAN, his wife having died the previous year, to Cass City, where he has lived ever since. His two daughters, Mrs. Jacob MAIER and Mrs. Samuel BENKELMAN, survive him. The funeral was held at the Evangelical church on Thursday morning, Rev. L. BRUMM officiating. The remains were laid to rest in Elkland Cemetery.

    Note: Joseph Striffler's foster daughter was Augusta Krehl, who married John Adam Benkelman.

    A copy of his actual death certificate can be viewed online here:

    http://seekingmichigan.org/

    Indexed as Joseph Striffler



    (Research):
    Census Information:

    1850 Census
    New York, Erie County, Lancaster
    Enumerated 23 Aug 1850
    Page 200
    1048-1082
    Otil Strifler 59 F $2550 Germany
    Jacob Strifler 30 M Farmer
    Susanna Strifler 27 F
    Joseph Stifler 24 M Farmer
    Christian Strifler 22 m Farmer
    John Strifler 17 Farmer New York (sic)
    David Strifler 14


    1860 Census
    Missouri, Scotland County, Green Township
    Enumerated 31 July 1860
    Page 196
    1405-1376
    Joseph Striffler 35 M Farmer $500 $375 France
    Rosanna Striffler 25 F Wirtemberg
    Fanny Striffler 4 F Iowa

    1870 Census
    Iowa, Lee County, Franklin Twp, P.O. Franklin Center
    Enumerated July 1870
    27-27
    Striffler, Joseph 45 M W Farmer $4000 $7600 France
    Striffler, Rosina 35 F W Keeping House Wurttemburg
    Striffler, Fannie 14 F W Attending School Iowa
    Striffler, Mary 8 F W Mo

    1880 Federal Census, Michigan, Tuscola, Elkland, ED 400
    Page Fifteen SD 3D ED 400
    Enumerated on the 12th of June 1880
    George D. Peterhaus
    C, 96
    #140-140
    Striffler, Joseph W M 54 Farmer France France France
    Striffler, Mary W F 19 Daughter Housekeeper NY? France Wurtemberg
    ???, Augusta W F 10 Boarder At School Iowa Wurtemberg Bavaria (Foster Child?)

    The home immediately following his was that of Jacob & Louisa Striffler.

    1900 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Cass City
    Enumerated 9 Jun 1900 A.D. Gillis
    SD 8 ED 111 Sheet 5B

    HH 109-112 Adam (b. 1861 NY) and Susan MUCK (b. 1862, NY)

    HH 110-113
    Bankleman, Samuel Hd W M August 1857 42 M 18 NY Germany Germany
    Bankleman, Mary Wife W F Dec 1861 48 M 18 3/3 Mo Germany Germany
    Bankleman, Bertha Dtr W F August 1883 16 S Mich NY Mich
    Bankleman, Joseph Son W M Oct 1889 10 S Micg NY Mo
    Bankleman, Ward Son W M Feb 1894 6 S Mich NY Mo
    Striffer, Joseph F in Law W M Spet 1826 73 W 40 Mich (sic) NY (sic) Mo (sic)

    Joseph married Rosina Margaretha Ballbach about 1854 in New York. Rosina was born on 12 Jan 1935 in W?rttemberg, Germany; died on 17 Apr 1874 in Lee County, Iowa. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 41. Fannie Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 17 Feb 1856 in Lee County, Iowa; died on 4 Dec 1938 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 6 Dec 1938 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    2. 42. Mary Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 8 Dec 1860 in Madison, Monroe County, Missouri; died on 5 Aug 1952 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

  8. 9.  Christian Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (1.Ottila1) was born on 8 Dec 1827 in Kirberg, Imperial Territory of Alsace-Lorraine, Imperial Territory Of Alsace-Lorraine, Elsa?-Lothringen, Germany; died on 6 Feb 1911 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Cass City, Mich., Friday, February 10, 1911
    Vol. 5, No. 42
    Elkland Pioneer Answers Summons
    Christian Striffler Passes Away Monday
    Had Resided on the Homestead For More than Thirty Years

    One by one the pioneers of this vicinity are answering the summons and are passing into the great beyond. We are called upon this week to announce the death of Christian Striffler, who passed away at this home, three miles east and one mile north of Cass City on Monday afternoon, February 6, 1911. Mr. Striffler had been in poor health for some time, but his condition was not alarming to his friends until a few days prior to his passing away. The end came peacefully and quietly, typical of the life the aged man had lived.

    Christian Striffler was born December 8, 1827 in Germany, and while yet a young man came with his parents to America to seek a livelihood in a foreign land. The family located at Lancaster, New York, at that time the home of his future wife, also.

    Mrs. Striffler, previous to her marriage, went to White Pigeon, Michigan. She was joined there by Mr. Striffler, where they were united in marriage July 3, 1856. Her maiden name was Mary ROMMEL. After their marriage they returned to Lancaster for seven years, when they again decided to make their home in Michigan, locating near Sturgis.

    In the year 1877 they came to Cass City where several of Mr. Striffler's brothers resided and soon after purchased the farm which is now the old homestead, and where together they have toiled for more than thirty years. By hard work they gradually converted the wilderness into a nice farm.

    Mr. Striffler ans his wife are loyal, consistent Christians, and members of the local Evangelical church. They were converted under the labors of Rev. Mueller and at that time united with the church of their choice.

    The house was blessed with eight children, two of them, Christian and Mrs. S.G. BENKELMAN preceding the father to the homeland. The remaining children are: Samuel W. of Argyle, William D., Mrs. Charles PATTERSON, Mrs. H.L. McDERMOTT, Solomon, and Mrs. Edward HELWIG, all of whom resided in this vicinity. One brother, John Striffler, of this place and sixteen grandchildren, also survive him.

    The funeral services were held at the Evangelical church Thursday afternoon at half past one o'clock, the pastor, Rev. J.A. Schweitzer officiating. The pall bearers were his three sons, Samuel, William, and Solomon; and three son-in-laws, H.L. McDERMOTT, Charles PATTERSON and Edward HELWIG. The interment was at Elkland cemetery.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong)

    A copy of his actual Michigan Death Certificate is viewable online here:

    http://seekingmichigan.org/

    Indexed as Christ Striffler


    (Research):
    Census Information:

    1850 Census
    New York, Erie County, Lancaster
    Enumerated 23 Aug 1850
    Page 200
    1048-1082
    Otil Strifler 59 F $2550 Germany
    Jacob Strifler 30 M Farmer
    Susanna Strifler 27 F
    Joseph Stifler 24 M Farmer
    Christian Strifler 22 m Farmer
    John Strifler 17 Farmer New York (sic)
    David Strifler 14


    1880 Census, Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland, ED 400
    Page No Eighteen SD--- ED---
    Enumerated on the 15th of June, 1880
    George Petertand
    170-170
    Striffler, Christian W M 52 Farmer France France France
    Striffler, Mary A W F 42 Keeping House Wurtemberg Wurtemberg Wurtemberg
    Striffler, Samuel W. W M 22 Son Farmer NY France Wurtemberg
    Striffler, Lydia W F 21 Dtr Without Occupation NY France Wurtemberg
    Striffler, William D. W M 14 Son At School Michigan Framce Wurtemberg
    Striffler, Christina A W F 7 Dtr At Home Michigan France Wurtemberg
    Striffler, Barbara O W F 5 Dtr At Home Michigan France Wurtemberg
    Striffler, Mary P W F 1 Dtr At Home Michigan France Wurtemberg

    The household immediately preceding his was that of John and Elizabeth Zinnecker.

    1900 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County,Elkland Twp
    Enumerated 8 and 9 June 1900 by John Marshall
    SD 8 ED 110 Sheet 5A Stamped 108
    93-93
    Striffler, Christ Hd W M Dec 1827 72 M Germany Germany Germany Farmer
    Striffler, Mary Wife W F Dec 1837 62 M 6/5 Germany Germany Germany
    Striffler, Barbara Dtr W F Sep 1875 24 S Mich Germany Germany
    Striffler, Mary Dtr W F Nov 1878 21 S Mich Germany Germany
    Striffler, Solomon Son W M ??? 188? 18 S Mich Germany Germany Farm Laborer

    Christian married Anna Maria "Mary Anna" Rommel on 3 Jul 1856 in White Pigeon, St. Joseph County, Michigan. Anna (daughter of Michael Rommel and Maria Barbara Frey) was born on 8 Dec 1837 in B?nzwangen, Donaukreis, W?rttemberg, Germany; died on 31 Oct 1911 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 43. Samuel W. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born in Dec 1857 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 13 Mar 1928 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    2. 44. Lydia Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born in Jan 1859 in Sturgis, St. Joseph County, Michigan; died on 16 May 1887 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    3. 45. William David Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 21 Mar 1866 in Sturgis, St. Joseph County, Michigan; died on 5 Mar 1949 in Plymouth, Wayne County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    4. 46. Christina A. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 13 May 1873 in Sturgis, St. Joseph County, Michigan; died on 30 Apr 1954 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 3 May 1954 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    5. 47. Barbara O. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 29 Sep 1875 in Michigan; died on 1 Mar 1967 in Los Angeles County, California.
    6. 48. Mary Pauline Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 11 Nov 1878 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 8 Jan 1967 in Caro, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 11 Jan 1967 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    7. 49. Solomon C. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 18 Jan 1882 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 19 Nov 1966 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

  9. 10.  John "Uncle John" StrifflerJohn "Uncle John" Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (1.Ottila1) was born on 15 Mar 1833 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 12 Jul 1922 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Art Peck writes that they were among the first families in Tuscola County, Michigan, moving there about 1860 on land purchased for $2 an acre, land they had never seen. They cleared the land to establish a farm, a mile east and a mile north of Cass City. John was Elkland County, Michigan treasurer from 1868 to 1870, and again from 1885 through 1887.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Cass City, Mich., Friday, July 14, 1922
    Vol. 18, No. 9

    John Striffler has Passed Away
    Settled in Elkland Township 62 Years Ago; Prominent in the Early History of Cass City Community

    On the tombstone we carve the name of our beloved dead and then two dates--the year of birth and the year of death. Between these two lies the history of the dead and yet so few know that history. Between Mar. 15, 1833 and July 12, 1922, lies the life history of John Striffler. He was born on a farm near Lancaster, N.Y. and passed on to his home eternal at Cass City, Michigan.

    A few months after his marriage to Miss Mary Benkelman at Lancaster on Nov. 14, 1858, Mr. Striffler came to Tuscola county. They resided six months at Watrousville and then completed their journey overland through the timber to Elkland township where they hewed out a home in the woods, and finally saw beautiful farms take the place of the timber tracts. Mrs. Striffler passed away on May 4, 1913. Two children also preceded the father in death, one child at the age of four years, and Mrs. Salome Bien, a daughter, whose death occured but a few months ago.

    Coming into the community when it was sparsely settled and all covered with timber and when it took four days' travel with ox teams to go from Vassar to the cite where Cass City now stands, Mr. Striffler had ample opportunity to test the hardships of early pioneer life in the Thumb district. His services in the early days proved valuable and his neighbors soon placed him with the responsibilities of various township offices.

    John Striffler was a man of generous impluse and never forgot the hospitable ways of the pioneer. Friend or stranger never failed to find food and shelter if he sought it at his hands, and he delighted in kind and neighborly deeds. Many a poor family found relief from his storehouse and many people enjoyed his hospitality. His home was always open to all, poor or well-to-do, and many found pleasure in the entertainment provided therein. He had borne adversity bravely and enjoyed prosperity quietly. He had filled the various relations of life as husband, father, brother, friend and filled them satifactorily and his life work was well done.

    He is survived by five children, Mrs. Archie MARK, G.A. STRIFFLER, Mrs. W.R. KAISER, and Miss Martha STRIFFLER, all of Cass City, and David STRIFFLER of Columbus, Georgia, 12 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Since the death of his wife, his daughter, Martha, has been the companion and faithful attendant of her father.

    Funeral services will be held in the Evangelical church which Mr. Striffler attended for many years. It is planned to hold the service Saturday afternoon unless David Striffler, who is on his way home from Georgia, is delayed in his journey from the south.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Spring 2007)

    (Research):
    Census Information:

    1850 Census
    New York, Erie County, Lancaster
    Enumerated 23 Aug 1850
    Page 200
    1048-1082
    Otil Strifler 59 F $2550 Germany
    Jacob Strifler 30 M Farmer
    Susanna Strifler 27 F
    Joseph Stifler 24 M Farmer
    Christian Strifler 22 m Farmer
    John Strifler 17 Farmer New York (sic)
    David Strifler 14


    1860 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland
    58-56
    John Striffler 27 Farmer $280 $75 NY
    Mary Striffler 21 Domestic Wirtinburg, Germany
    The household immediately following theirs was that of Jacob and Louisa Striffler

    1870 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County
    56-56
    Striffler, John 37 Farmer $5,075 $860 NY
    Striffler, Mary 31 Germ Wirtinburg
    Striffler, Emeline 10 Mich
    Striffler, Albert 6 Mich
    Striffler, Salome 4 Mich
    The households preceding theirs were occupied by Jacob and Louis Striffler (#53), Adam and Catherine Benkelmann (#54), George & Katherine Kolb (#55).

    1880 Census
    Census Place:Elkland, Tuscola, Michigan
    Source:FHL Film 1254607 National Archives Film T9-0607
    Page 95B Relation Sex Marr Race Age Birthplace
    John STRIFFLER Self M M W 47 NY Occ: Farmer Fa: FRANCE Mo: FRANCE
    Mary STRIFFLER Wife F M W 41 WERTENBURG Occ: Keeping House Fa: WERTENBURG Mo: WERTENBURG
    Emmiline STRIFFLER Dau F S W 19 MI Occ: Without Occupation Fa: NY Mo: WERTENBURG
    George A. STRIFFLER Son M S W 16 MI Occ: At School Fa: NY Mo: WERTENBURG
    Salome STRIFFLER Dau F S W 13 MI Occ: At School Fa: NY Mo: WERTENBURG
    Martha STRIFFLER Dau F S W 7 MI Occ: At School Fa: NY Mo: WERTENBURG
    Esther STRIFFLER Dau F S W 2 MI Occ: At Home Fa: NY Mo: WERTENBURG
    Leonard BUEHRLY Other M S W 21 WERTENBURG Occ:Farmer Fa: WERTENBURG Mo: WERTENBURG
    Philipp STRIFFLER Nephew M S W19 NY Occ: Farmer Fa: NY Mo: NY

    19 year old Philip Striffler is likely the son of David and Sophia Striffler of Lancaster, New York. David was said to have died in 1872, and it appears that at least his oldest son left New York after his father died, so perhaps Philip did as well. Leonard Buehrly was from same village in Germany as Mary, and would later marry the granddaughter of her brother, Frederick Benkelman.

    1900 Census, Michigan, Tuscola, Elkland, ED 110
    Enumerated the 12th of June, 1900 by John Marshall
    SD 8, ED 110, Sheet 6 B
    125-125
    Archie and Emeline Mark and family
    126 126
    Striffler, John Hd W M March 1833 67 M 41 NY France France Farmer
    Striffler, Mary Wife W F May 1839 61 M 41 7/6 Germany Germany Germany 1856
    Striffler, Martha Dtr W F Nov 1871 28 S Michigan NY Germany
    Striffler, Ester Dtr W F May 1878 22 S Michigan NY Germany
    Striffler, David A. W M Aug 1883 16 S Michigan NY Germany Farm Laborer
    Bean, Saloma Dtr W F Sep 1866 22 Ed 3/3 Michigan NY Germany
    Bean, Stanley G.Son W M Dec 1892 7 S Michigan Michigan Germany
    Bean, Paul P. G. Son W M May 1894 6 S Michigan Michigan Germany
    Bean, William D. G. Son W M Dec 1895 4 S Michigan Michigan Germany

    1910 Census, Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland Twp, ED 113, Cass City Village
    Enumerated 13 Apr 1910
    SD 8, ED 113, Sheet No 5 B

    138-138
    Striffler, John Hd M W 76 M1 NY Germany Germany
    Own Income
    Striffler, Mary Wife 70 M1 6/6 Germany Germany Germany
    Striffler, Martha Dtr F W 37 S Mich Germany Germany

    They were living in the household immediately preceding that of Mary's nephew, Benjamin Benkelman, Sr.

    John married Anna Maria "Mary" Benkelman on 14 Nov 1858 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York. Anna (daughter of Johann Leonhard Benkelmann and Maria Dorothea St?hle) was born on 22 May 1839 in Schneiderhof, Waldhausen Parish, Welzheim, Jagstkreis, W?rttemberg, Germany; died on 4 May 1913 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 50. Emeline Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 5 Sep 1860 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 21 Oct 1939 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    2. 51. George Albert Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 16 Mar 1864 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 6 Jul 1945 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    3. 52. Salome Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 19 Sep 1866 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 26 Jan 1922 in Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    4. 53. Edward Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 19 Jun 1870 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 24 Aug 1874 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    5. 54. Martha "Mattie" Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 10 Nov 1871 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 25 Oct 1943 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    6. 55. Infant Daughter Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 10 Nov 1872 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 10 Nov 1872 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    7. 56. Esther A. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 4 May 1878 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 2 Feb 1965 in Mount Clemens, Macomb County, Michigan.
    8. 57. David A. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 3 Aug 1883 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died in Sep 1964 in Columbus, Muscogee County, Georgia.

  10. 11.  David Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (1.Ottila1) was born about 1836 in Amherst, Erie County, New York; died on 30 Dec 1872 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; was buried in Lancaster Rural Cemetery, Lancaster, Erie County, New York.

    Notes:

    The only ones of the Striffler family to remain in western New York. David married Sophia Muck.

    Ruth Marcetti showed his death date as 30 December 1871, but Carole Jean Benkelman who has a photo of his headstone, states that it instead shows Dec. 30, 1872. The headstone is further inscribed "Erected by the Lancaster Benevolent Association of Which He was the First President."

    (Research):
    Census Information:

    1850 Census
    New York, Erie County, Lancaster
    Enumerated 23 Aug 1850
    Page 200
    1048-1082
    Otil Strifler 59 F $2550 Germany
    Jacob Strifler 30 M Farmer
    Susanna Strifler 27 F
    Joseph Stifler 24 M Farmer
    Christian Strifler 22 m Farmer
    John Strifler 17 Farmer New York (sic)
    David Strifler 14

    1860 Census
    Not located

    1870 Census
    New York, Erie County, Lancaster
    Enumerated 14 Jun 1870 by James Remington
    Striffler, David 32 House Carpenter $100 NY
    Striffler, Sophia 28 Housekeeping NY
    Striffler, Philip E. 8 Attends School NY
    Striffler, John B 5 Attends School NY
    Striffler, Christina O 3 At Home NY
    Striffler, William J 2 At Homer NY
    Striffler, Adam F 1/12 At Home

    David married Sophia Muck before 1860. Sophia was born in Feb 1842 in Amherst, Erie County, New York; died on 5 Mar 1924 in New Sewickley, Beaver County, Pennsylvania; was buried in Rehoboth Lutheran Church, Beaver County, Pennsylvania. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 58. Philip David Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born in Jul 1860 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 6 May 1919 in Lockport, Niagara County, New York; was buried in Beeman Cemetery, Clarence, Erie County, New York.
    2. 59. John B. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born in Jul 1864 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 14 Jan 1952 in Buffalo, Erie County, New York; was buried in Huskey Cemetery, Chestnut Ridge Road, Niagara County, New York.
    3. 60. Christina Otilla "Tillie" Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 28 Jul 1867 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 10 Dec 1947 in Jamestown, Chautauqua County, New York; was buried in Lake View Cemetery, Chautauqua County, New York.
    4. 61. William J. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born about 1868 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died before 1880 in Erie County, New York.
    5. 62. Edward Franklin Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 6 May 1870 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 5 Mar 1937 in Economy Borough, Beaver County, Pennsylvania.
    6. 63. George Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 8 Nov 1872 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 14 Jul 1941 in Niagara County, New York.


Generation: 3

  1. 12.  Elizabeth Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (2.Henry2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 6 Jan 1848 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 4 Mar 1928 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Vol. 23, No. 33
    Friday, March 9, 1928

    Mrs. Peter Burg Died at Age of 80

    Mrs. Peter Burg passed away at her home Sunday evening at six o'clock, after a brief illness of bronchial pneumonia. Althought in failing health this winter, she was only confined to her bed for two days when she was called to her reward.

    Elizabeth Striffler was born at Lancaster, Erie county, New York, January 6, 1848, and had attained the age of eighty years, one month, and 28 days. She was united in marriage with Peter Burg July 29, 1874. They came to Cass City in 1880, and endured the hardships of the fire in the spring of 1881.

    Mrs. Burg was converted in her youth, and after coming to Michigan, united with the Evangelical church at Cass City, of which she was a faithful attendant while health permitted.

    She was a woman of quiet disposition, a good neighbor, devoted to her family and ready to help whenever she could.

    The funeral service was held in the Evangelical church Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock and was attended by a large circle of relatives and friends showing the esteem in which she was held.

    She leaves to mourn her demise three children, Mrs. Harry L. Hunt, Miss Emma and George Burg, all of this place, also five grandchildren. Her husband died five years ago on New Years day and one son died in infancy. She also leaves one brother, Charles D. Striffler, of Cass City. Two sisters and two brothers preceded her in death.

    Relatives from out of town who atteded the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. O.W. Nique of Decker, Mr. and Mrs. R.E. Graham and son, Caro, Kenneth Striffler of Detroit and Mrs. Katherine Much of Colwood.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Fall 2007)

    Elizabeth Striffler was born at Lancaster, Erie county, New York, January 6, 1848

    (Research):Census Information:

    1880 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County
    FHL Film 1254607 NA File T9-0607
    Page 100C

    Peter Burg Self M W 37 Bavaria Laborer Bavaria Bavaria
    Elizabeth Burg Wf F 32 NY Keeping House France France
    Minnie Burg Dtr F W 5 NY At School Bavaria NY

    1900 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Cass City Village
    Enumerated 11 June 1900
    SD 8 ED 111 Sheet 7A Stamped 121
    Houghton Street
    144-147
    Burg, Peter Hd W M Aug 1845 54 m 27 Germany Germany German
    y Day Laborer 1864 Ba
    Burg, Elizabeth Wf W F Jany 1849 51 M 27 3/3 NY Germany Germany
    Burg, Emma Dtr W F Sept 1884 15 Mich Germany NY
    Burg, George Son W M Feb 1887 13 Mich Germany NY

    1910 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland Township, Cass City Village
    Enumerated 21 Apr 1910
    SD 8 ED 113 Sheet 4A Stamped 135
    87-87
    Burg, Peter Hd M W 56 M1 36 Germany/German Germany/German Germany/German Laborer Odd Jobs 186? Na
    Burg, Elizabeth Wf F W 53 m1 26 4/3 New York/German Germany/German Germany/German
    Burg, Emma Dtr F W 26 S Mich Germany/German NY Teacher Schools
    Burg, George Son M W 23 S Mich Germany/German NY

    Elizabeth married Peter Burg on 29 Jul 1874 in Erie County, New York. Peter was born on 1 Aug 1843 in Winden, Aichach-Friedberg, Schwaben, Bayern, Germany; died on 1 Jan 1923 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 64. Minnie E. Burg  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 16 May 1875 in Erie County, New York; died on 22 May 1946 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    2. 65. Emma S. Burg  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 8 Sep 1883 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 24 Jun 1935 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 26 Jun 1935 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    3. 66. George Burg  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 28 Feb 1887 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 13 Feb 1961 in Caro, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 21 Apr 1961 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

  2. 13.  Susan Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (2.Henry2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 15 Jun 1849 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 11 Sep 1910 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, September 16, 1910
    Page One

    Had Love and Respect of All

    Mrs. A.H. Muck Passed To Her Reward

    Death Occurred Sunday Evening and Funeral Service was Held Wednesday Morning

    Mrs. A.H. Muck died at her home at the corner of Grant and Pine Streets Sunday evening after an illness of several months.

    Susan Striffler was born in Lancaster township, Erie county, New York, on June 15, 1849. She came to Michigan April 15, 1878, and was united in holy wedlock to Adam H. Muck on May 21, 1885. To this union three children were born.

    Mrs. Muck was converted in her youth and while in New York became a member of the M.E. church. After coming to Cass City she transferred her church membership to the Evangelical church here. She was an every day Christian-one who seemed born to inspire the love and respect of all who were fortunate in being acquanted with her. No one was more willing to aid the suffering, cheer the desponding and sustain the weak and her life was a blessing and benefaction to all within the sphere of her influence.

    The funeral service was held in the Evangelical church Wednesday morning and a large number of relatives and friends attended. She leaves to mourn her demise her husband, three children, Mrs. E. W. Kaercher, Miss Emma and Philip Muck; two step-daughters, Mrs. Wm. Joos and Miss Lena Muck; two brothers, J.H. and C.D. Striffler; one sister, Mrs. Peter Burg.

    Relatives from out of town who attended the funeral were: Jacob Muck of Lockport, New York; Mrs. Wm. Bockstedt and Miss Gassner of Buffalo; Mr. and Mrs. A.A. Ricker of West Grant; Mr. and Mrs. O.W. Nique of Shabbona; Mrs. Geo. Zinnerker of Owendale; S.W. Striffler of Argyle.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Fall 2007)

    Susan married Adam H. Muck on 21 May 1885 in Tuscola County, Michigan. Adam was born on 21 Aug 1852 in Amherst, Erie County, New York; died on 2 May 1914 in Colwood, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 67. Emma Muck  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 25 Apr 1886 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 23 Feb 1967 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 25 Feb 1967 in Indianfields Township Cemetery (AKA Caro Cemetery), Caro, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    2. 68. Amanda Lillian Muck  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 17 May 1888 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 3 Jun 1953 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    3. 69. Philip H. Muck  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 3 Jun 1889 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 15 Sep 1925 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

  3. 14.  Jacob H. Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (2.Henry2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 6 Jan 1851 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 31 May 1925 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 3 Jun 1925 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    At the time of the 1880 census, it appear that he and his wife, Sophia, were living with his widowed father and younger siblings.

    Cass City Chronicle
    July 1, 1904
    Local Items
    Page 4

    J. H. Striffler has built a stone foundation on his property on east Main Street, onto which he intends to move the barn which stands on the place. Workmen are busy this week getting the barn ready to be moved.


    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, July 21, 1911
    Local Happenings
    Page 4


    Mrs. A. A. Ricker of Detroit arrived Monday to spend a few days with her parents, Mr.and Mrs. J. H. Striffler. On Wednesday, she returned to Detroit accompanied by her sister, Miss Margaret Striffler. Later in the week the two ladies and Mr. Ricker will leave that city for Buffalo, where they will spend a month with friends and relatives.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, July 31, 1914

    Mrs. Henry Frantzman of Townline, N.Y. and Mrs. William Bockstedt and Earl Bockstedt of Buffalo, N.Y., who have been visiting at the home of J.H. Striffler, returned home Wednesday.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, June 5, 1925

    J.H. Striffler Passed Away-
    Long Prominent in the Community as Auctioneer and Business Man-
    Served Cass City and Elkland Township as Office for Many Years

    Cass City lost a prominent citizen, one who has been long connected with the business and political affairs of the community, in the death of Jacob H. Striffler, who passed away at his home on East Main street Sunday evening, May 31. Mr. Striffler, in his 45 years of residence here, has been unusually active as a business man and through his tireless energy has done much to bring the Cass City community to the front in a business way.
    Mr. Striffler was born in Lancaster, N.Y. on Jan. 6, 1851. On January 22, 1880, at Lancaster, he was united in marriage with Miss Sophia Helwig and the following March they came to Cass City, settling on the Striffler homestead just east of the corporation line of the village.
    Mr. Striffer established a farm implement business here in 1882 which he conducted for a period of 19 years. At the age of 19 years, when still a resident of Lancaster, he commenced his activities as an auctioneer, and shortly after coming here, he entered in earnest into his career in this profession which he followed for about 35 years in this community. Many a sale had "Jake" Striffler in charge in that long period and he found it very difficult to give up auctioneering eight or ten years ago when his health made it advisable for him to do so, because he enjoyed the work and so many were insistent that he at least continue until their sales were made.
    Engaged as a farmer, implement dealer, cattle buyer and auctioneer, all at one time, Mr. Striffler still found time to give attention to political affairs of the community. He served his township as supervisor, treasurer and highway commissioner and Cass City as village president and trustee.
    After a life of unusual activity, Mr. Striffler found it extremely trying to give up his hard work when ill health forced him to "ease up" four years ago.
    Funeral services were held at the Evangelical church of which Mr. Striffler was a member on Wednesday afternoon conducted by the pastor, Rev. C.F. Smith. Interment was made in Elkland cemetery.
    Besides his widow, he leaves give children, Mrs. O.W. NIQUE of Decker, Mrs. A.A.RICKER and Calvin J. Striffler, both of Cass City, Mrs. Fred SMILEY of Evart, and Mrs. Laura LAWTHER of Flint; one granddaughter, Eleanor NIQUE; one brother, Chas. D. Striffler, and one sister, Mrs. Peter BURG, both of Cass City.
    Relatives and friends from a distance in attendance at the funeral included Mr. and Mrs. Samuel HELWIG of Lancaster, N.Y., Mrs. Elizabeth BOCKSTEDT of Buffalo, N.Y., Mr. and Mrs. Frank SIMMET and Harley SIMMET of Middleton, Mich., Miss Bertha SIMMET of Ithaca, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. MANN, Mrs. Elizabeth MANN and daughter, Lucile, Mr. and Mrs. Fred BROWN and Mrs. O. DENT, all of Carson City, Mrs. Caroline HELWIG, Marion HELWIG, Mr. and Mrs. Russell ERB and Chester LOESCHE, all of Bad Axe.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Winter 2007)

    (Research):Census Information:

    1880 Federal Census Household:
    Name RelationMarital StatusGenderRaceAgeBirthplaceOccupatio
    nFather's BirthplaceMother's Birthplace
    Henry STRIFFLER Self W Male W 67 FRANCE Farmer FRANCE FRANCE
    Jacob STRIFFLER Son M Male W 30 NY Farmer FRANCE BAVARIA
    Sophia STRIFFLER Wife M Female W 20 NY Keeping House BAVARIA BAVARIA
    Charles STRIFFLER Brother S Male W 19 NY Farmer FRANCE BAVARIA
    Susan STRIFFLER Sister S Female W 28 NY Keeping House FRANCE BAVARIA
    John STRIFFLER Brother S Male W 17 NY At School FRANCE BAVARIA
    Source Information:
    Census Place Elkland, Tuscola, Michigan
    Family History Library Film 1254607 NA
    Film Number T9-0607
    Page Number 97A

    1900 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Cass City Village
    Enumerated 5 Jun 1900
    SD 8, ED 111 Sheet 3A
    52-52
    Shiffler, Jacob Hd W M Jany 1851 49 M20 Ny Germany Germany Farmer and Implements
    Shiffler, Sophia Wf W F April 1860 40 M 20 5/5 NY Germany Germany
    Shiffler, Ida S Dtr W F Jany 1881 19 S Mich NY NY
    Shiffler, Lillie Dtr W F Apr 1883 17 S Mich NY NY
    Shiffler, Calvin J SOn W M May 1885 15 S Mich NY NY
    Shiffler, Maggie M Dtr W F Sept 1892 7 S Mich NY NY
    Shiffler, Laura E Dtr W F Apr 1896 4 S Mich NY NY
    Stower, Frank Hired Man W M Mar 1870 S Mich Canada/Eng

    1910 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland Township, Cass City Village
    Enumerated 14 Apr 1910
    SD 8, ED 113, Sheet 8B
    70-70
    Striffler, Jacob Hd M W 59 M1 30 NY Germany Germany Farmer
    Striffler, Sophie Wf W F 50 M1 30 5/5 NY Germany Germany
    Striffler, Maggie F Dtr W 17 S Mich NY NY
    Striffler, Laura F Dtr W 14 S Mich NY NY

    Jacob married Sophia Helwig on 22 Jan 1880 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York. Sophia (daughter of Wilhelm "William" Helwig and Sophia Muck) was born on 17 Apr 1860 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 1 Aug 1946 in Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 4 Aug 1946 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 70. Ida S. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 24 Jan 1881 in Michigan; died on 9 Jan 1969 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    2. 71. Lillian S. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 18 Apr 1883 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 2 Aug 1964 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 5 Aug 1964 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    3. 72. Calvin J. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 1 May 1885 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 16 Mar 1961 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    4. 73. Margaret M. "Maggie" Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 21 Oct 1892 in Michigan; died in Dec 1980 in Flushing, Genesee County, Michigan.
    5. 74. Laura E. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born in Apr 1896 in Michigan; and died.

  4. 15.  Magdalena "Lena" Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (2.Henry2, 1.Ottila1) was born about 1854 in New York; died on 11 Jul 1883 in Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Magdalena married Adam H. Muck about 1878 in Michigan. Adam was born on 21 Aug 1852 in Amherst, Erie County, New York; died on 2 May 1914 in Colwood, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 75. Harriet Christine "Hattie" Muck  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 16 Jul 1879 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 15 Nov 1954 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    2. 76. Magdalena "Lena" Elizabeth Muck  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 9 Jul 1883 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 22 Nov 1931 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

  5. 16.  Charles David Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (2.Henry2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 24 May 1861 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 22 Dec 1940 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Lorraine Smith Benkelman transcribed the following letter from C. D. Striffler to his cousin, George Albert.

    May 22, 1888

    How 'bout that bear you and Wark Killed the Sun that I was there. How do you like Northern Michigan. Have you had a close escape from wolves yet? You wish you had my dog, his is a dandy.


    Cass City Enterprise
    January 8, 1903
    Local Happening, Page 8

    Mrs. C.D. Striffler spent a part of the holidays with friends at Flint.

    Chas. D. Striffler returned Friday noon from a business trip in the vicinity of Bay City.

    Cass City Chronicle
    January 24, 1908
    Local Items, page 4

    Mrs. A.C. Hayes of Cadillac is the guest of Mrs. C.D. Striffler and other relatives here.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, May 30, 1913
    Local Items, page 4

    Mr. and Mrs. C.D. Striffler & sons Stanley and Kenneth and George Burg called in Sabbona Sunday.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Cass City, Michigan, Dec. 21, 1928
    Page Five
    Where they will spend Christmas

    Mr. and Mrs. C.D. Striffler will have as Christmas Day guests, Kenneth Striffler and Mr. and Mrs. C.P MILLER and children, Irene and John, all of Detroit, Miss Marie SCHNEIDER of Akron, and Mr. and Mrs. S.A. STRIFFLER and daughter, Geraldine.


    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, November 1, 1940
    Page Six
    Local Happenings

    Mrs. C.P. Miller and Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Striffler, all of Detroit, spent Monday in Cass City being called her by the illness of Mr. Striffler's father, Charles D. Striffler. Mrs. Miller remained until Wednesday with her sister, Mrs. Striffler.

    Cass City Chronicle, p.1
    Friday, December 27, 1940
    Death Called Two Well Known Citizens Sunday-Chas. D. Striffler and Samuel G. Benkelman Have Long Resided in Elkland
    Charles David Striffler, 79, died Sunday morning, December 22, in Morris Hospital after an illness of two months. Charles D. Striffler was born in Lancaster, New York, May 24, 1861, and came to Cass City when a young man. He was united in marriage with Miss Cora Denforth Hayes on December 1, 1885 in Cass City, and they have made their home here since, the last 48 years living in the home, corner of Grant and Pine Streets.

    Mr. Striffler was engaged in farming for many years and until a few months ago made daily trips to his farm, north and east of town, to care for his stock. For some time, he was a salesman for the Champion Binder Company, for many years sold sewing machines and lightining rods and for a few years was owner of a general store in Cass City. He also bought cattle shipping them to Buffalo for market. He has held the office of deputy sheriff as well as constable. He was of a retired nature but always with a kind word for everyone. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Thursday in the home. Rev. Wendling H. Hastings, pastor of the local Presbyterian Church, officiated and was assisted by Rev. Stanley P. Kirn, pastor of the Evangelical Church. Burial was in Elkland Cemetery. He is survived by his widow, two sons, Stanley A. Striffler, of Cass City and Kenneth Striffler, of Detroit. He also leaves two grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

    (Research):Census Information:

    1900
    Not located

    1910 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland Twp, Cass City Village
    Enumerated 23 April 1910
    SD 8 ED 113 Sheet 5B
    137-139
    Striffler, Charles D Hd M W 49 M1 24 NY Germany Germany Farmer
    Striffler, Cora D Wife F W 48 m1 24 4/2 Canada English Canada/Eng Canada Eng
    Striffler, Stanley A Son M W 18 S Mich NY Canada
    Striffler, Charles K Son M W 3 S Mic NY Canada

    Charles married Cora Denforth Hayes on 31 Dec 1885 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. Cora (daughter of Ervin Hayes and Lucy A. ???) was born on 18 Feb 1869 in Brockville, Leeds and Grenville, Ontario, Canada; died on 4 Jul 1949 in Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 77. Ellie Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born after 1886 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died before 1910 in Tuscola County, Michigan.
    2. 78. Lucy Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born after 1887 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died before 1910 in Tuscola County, Michigan.
    3. 79. Stanley A. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born about 1892 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 14 Jan 1981 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    4. 80. Charles Kenneth Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 25 Jan 1907 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died in Nov 1978 in Pigeon, Huron County, Michigan.

  6. 17.  John Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (2.Henry2, 1.Ottila1) was born about 1863 in New York; and died.

    Notes:

    (Research):Missing from the 1870 census, when he should have been three?


  7. 18.  Mary Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (3.Peter2, 1.Ottila1) was born about 1843 in Buffalo, Erie County, New York; and died.

    Notes:

    Not listed with her parents at the time of the 1860 census. Don Staton believes she went to Cass City around 1879 and there married C. M. Kelly. The 1880 Federal census, for the Village of Caro, Tuscola County, Michigan, has a listing for the household of C. M. KELLY, age 54, and Mary Kelly, his wife, age 36. They were both listed as born in New York. It was shown that both his parents were born in New York as well, and the place of birth of Mary's parents was shown as Germany.


  8. 19.  Daniel Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (3.Peter2, 1.Ottila1) was born about 1845 in Buffalo, Erie County, New York; and died.

  9. 20.  Emma "Amy" Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (3.Peter2, 1.Ottila1) was born in Oct 1849 in Buffalo, Erie County, New York; and died.

    Notes:

    Don Staton writes that she married George Willis. After he died, she collected a Civil War pension based on his service. " During the Civil War, George signed up in Tompkins County, NY, August 16, 1862, fought with the 137th New York Infantry and was wounded at Gettysburg on July 2, 1863. After the War, George settled in Atchison County, Kansas. He died of a heart attack on March 11, 1874, and is buried in Pardee, Kansas. George's son, Clayton Willis, was raised by his grandfather, William. "

    http://www.willisdna.com/



    (Research):

    Census Info:

    1900 Census

    Name Emma Willis
    Titles and Terms:
    Event Type Census
    Event Date 1900
    Event Place ED 7 Atchison city Ward 4, Atchison, Kansas, United States
    Birth Date Oct 1849
    Birthplace New York
    Relationship to Head of Household Head
    Father's Birthplace France
    Mother's Birthplace France
    Race White
    Gender Female
    Marital Status Widowed
    Years Married:
    Marriage Year (Estimated):
    Mother of how many children 3
    Number of Living Children 1
    Immigration Year:
    Page 3
    Sheet Letter B
    Family Number 69
    Reference ID 56
    GS Film number 1240470
    Digital Folder Number 004120133
    Image Number 00443

    Household Gende Age Birthplace
    Head Emma Willis F 51 New York
    Mother Kate Strifler F 82 France

    Citing this Record:
    "United States Census, 1900," index and images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/MMTM-RDZ : accessed 17 Oct 2013), Emma Willis, ED 7 Atchison city Ward 4, Atchison, Kansas, United States; citing sheet 3B, family 69, NARA microfilm publication T623, FHL microfilm 1240470.


  10. 21.  Isabel Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (3.Peter2, 1.Ottila1) was born about 1850 in Buffalo, Erie County, New York; and died.

  11. 22.  Artilda "Tilla" Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (3.Peter2, 1.Ottila1) was born about 1854 in Buffalo, Erie County, New York; and died.

  12. 23.  Peter Elwood Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (3.Peter2, 1.Ottila1) was born in Mar 1857 in Buffalo, Erie County, New York; and died.

    Notes:

    (Research):

    Census Listings:

    1880 Census
    Census Place: Shannon, Pottawatomie, Kansas; Roll: 393; Family History Film: 1254393; Page: 238A; Enumeration District: 241; Image: 0318.

    Peter Striffler was shown as a Servant in the household of David and Maria VROMAN
    He was age 25, Single, and shown as born in New York, with the birthplace of both parents being listed as France

    1900 Census
    Kansas, Pottawatomie County, Clear Creek Twp
    Enumerated 13 Jun 1900
    SD 85 ED 137 Sheet 4A Stamped 55
    Striffler, Peter Head W M Mar 1857 43 M 13 NY Canada Eng (sic) Canada Eng (???) Farmer
    Striffler, Mary Wf W F Apr 1870 30 M 13 6/6 Kansas Indiana Ireland
    Striffler, Jessie Dtr W F Aug 1999 11 S Kansas NY Kansas At School
    Striffler, Eva Dtr W F Oct 1890 9 S Kansas NY Kansas At School
    Striffler, Frank Son m W Mar 1893 7 S Kansas NY Kansas At School
    Striffler, John Son W M Feb 1895 5 S Kansas NY Kansas
    Striffler, Lenora Dtr W F Apr 1897 3 S Kansas NY Kansas
    Striffler, Chester Son W M Jan 1899 1 S Kansas NY Kansas

    1910 Census
    Kansas, Pottawatomie, Clear Creek Twp
    Enumerated 14-17 May 1910
    SD 4 ED 115 Sheet 4B
    77-77
    Strifler, Peter Head M W 53 m1 23 NY FranceFranch CanadaGerman Eng Farm Labor Working Out
    Strifler, Mary Wf F W 42 M1 23 7/7 Kansas Ireland/Irish Ireland/Irish
    Strifler, John Son M W 14 S Kansas NY Kansas Laborer Livery Stable
    Strifler, Nora Dtr F W 12 S Kansas NY Kansas
    Strifler, Chester Son M W 10 S Kansas NY Kansas

    Peter married Mary Madden on 6 Sep 1886 in Pottawatomie County, Kansas. Mary was born on 17 Apr 1870 in Kansas; died on 24 Jan 1947 in Yakima County, Washington; was buried in Reservation Community Memorial Park, Wapato, Yakima County, Washington. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 81. Jessie Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 26 Aug 1888 in Kansas; died on 15 Jul 1968 in Yakima County, Washington.
    2. 82. Eva Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born in Oct 1890 in Kansas; and died.
    3. 83. James Francis Strifler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 4 Mar 1892 in Blaine, Pottawatomie County, Kansas; died on 26 Jan 1946 in Washington; was buried in Reservation Community Memorial Park, Wapato, Yakima County, Washington.
    4. 84. John Henry Strifler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 9 Feb 1895 in Blaine, Pottawatomie County, Kansas; died in Sep 1969 in Manhattan, Riley County, Kansas.
    5. 85. Lenora "Nora" Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born in Apr 1897 in Kansas; and died.
    6. 86. Chester Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born in Jan 1899 in Kansas; and died.

  13. 24.  John Francis "Frank" Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (3.Peter2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 4 Aug 1857 in Buffalo, Erie County, New York; died on 4 Dec 1930 in Pottawatomie County, Kansas; was buried in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Clear Creek Township, Pottawatomie County, Kansas.

    Notes:

    1880 Kansas Federal census, Pottawatomie county, Ks. Clear Creek township
    He was a laborer. Living in the D. S. Shehi household.

    (Research):

    Census Listings:

    1900 Census
    Kansas, Pottawatomie County, Clear Creek Township
    Enumerated 20 and 22 June 1900
    SD 85 ED 137 Sheet 41A
    119-119
    Strifler, Frank Head W M Aug 1858 42 M 7 NY Canada Eng Canada Eng Farmer
    Strifler, Milo Bella Wf W F Sept 1872 27 M 7 1/1 Kansas Ohio Ohio
    Strifler, Maud Inez Dtr W FSept 1896 S Kansas Kansas NY

    1910 Census
    Kansas, Pottawatomie County, Clear Creek Twp
    Enumerated 18 abd 19 May 1910
    SD 4 ED 115 Sheet 5B
    101-101
    Strifler, Frank Head M W 52 M1 15 New York France/French Canada/French Farmer
    Strifler, Mila Wf F W 38 M1 15 2/1 Kansas US US
    Strifler, Maude Dtr F W 14 S Kansas NY Kansas

    John married Mila Belle Myers on 6 Jun 1893 in Fostoria, Pottawatomie County, Kansas. Mila was born on 14 Dec 1872 in Frankfort, Marshall County, Kansas; died on 7 Aug 1919 in Onage, Pottawatomie County, Kansas; was buried in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Clear Creek Township, Pottawatomie County, Kansas. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 87. Maud Inez Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born in Sep 1896 in Kansas; and died.

  14. 25.  Benjamin Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (3.Peter2, 1.Ottila1) was born about 1859 in Erie County, New York; and died.

    Benjamin married Carrie A. Graves in Sep 1889 in Westmoreland, Pottawatomie County, Kansas. Carrie was born about 1872; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  15. 26.  William Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (3.Peter2, 1.Ottila1) was born in Feb 1860 in Clarence, Erie County, New York; and died.

    Notes:

    Maggie Battel Bethel notes that William died on 29 Feb 1912 in Visalia, California.


  16. 27.  Martin "Mart" Ellsworth Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (3.Peter2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 17 May 1862 in Erie County, New York; and died.

    Notes:

    THE ONAGA JOURNAL 22 Feb 1882

    Clear Creek items 19 FEb 1882: Mr. Geo. Bauman and family are well on their way to California by this time. We understant Mart Striffler went with them.

    Don Staton writes that Martin died in California in 1950, living in California for at least 40 years prior to his death. He had at least four children.


  17. 28.  Bessie Belle "Jessie" Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (3.Peter2, 1.Ottila1) was born about 1867 in Erie County, New York; and died.

  18. 29.  Adaline Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (5.Jacob2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 1 Aug 1854 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 1 Sep 1866 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Her tombstone states she was age 12 years, 1 month, and 3 days old


  19. 30.  John Leonard Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (5.Jacob2, 1.Ottila1) was born in Jun 1857 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 29 Apr 1874 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Tombstone reads:

    Striffler, Leonard,d. 29 Apr 1874, 16y 9m 19d

    BonnieMargaret Jacobs writes that he died of scarlet fever, as did his younger siblings, Lydia and Jacob.


  20. 31.  Solomon Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (5.Jacob2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 5 Apr 1859 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 8 May 1936 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 10 May 1936 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, May 30, 1913

    Mr. and Mrs. Solomon Striffler visited at the home of Frank Striffler in Deford over Sunday.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, November 24, 1933
    Local Happenings
    Page 3
    Mr. and Mrs. Frank Striffler and daughter, Luella, and Miss Gertrude Striffler of Detroit spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Solomon Striffler.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, May 15, 1936
    Elkland Twp. Loses Prominent Citizen
    Solomon Striffler Came Here in 1859, Year after Township Was Organized

    Elkland township lost a pioneer resident and an outstanding citizen in the death of Solomon Striffler, who passed away at his home on the corner of Leach and Third streets in Cass City on Friday morning, May 8. He had been ill for about a year.

    The funeral services were held at the Evangelical church on Sunday afternoon and were conducted by Rev. G.A. Spitler, pastor of the church. Interment was made in Elkland Cemetery.

    Solomon Striffler was born in Lancaster, N.Y., on April 5, 1859, and came to this community with his parents, Jacob and Louisa Striffler, at the age of six weeks.

    Solomon Striffler and Miss Katherine Burke were married on Nov. 15, 1883, by Rev. B.F. Wade at the home of the bride's uncle, Fred Burke, in Elkland township. The following spring, Mr. Striffler erected a residence on his farm one mile north of the Elkland cemetery and here he and his wife lived and reared their children until 13 years ago when they moved to Cass City. Mr. and Mrs. Striffler celebrated their golden wedding on Nov. 15, 1933.

    Mr. Striffler, with possibly one exception, had spent more years in Elkland township than anyone residing in the community. His advent in this place was in the year following the organization of the township of Elkland in 1858. Watrousville was the nearest point that boasted any mercantile establishments in those pioneer days when a lumber trail was the only road in Cass City. Settlers left here at noon and walked to Watrousville, carrying their merchandise purchases home the next day.

    Ms. Stiffler was a member of the Evangelical church here and a man of high ideals. He was for many years, until ill health made it necessary for him to resign, the teacher of the adult class in Sunday School and he stood foremost among students as a Bible student. He served Elkland township as treasurer, justice and highway commissioner, and for 28 years was a school director.

    Mr. Striffler leaves besides his widow, six children, Frank and Louis Striffler of Detroit, Mrs. Ira Reagh, Leonard Striffler, Mrs. Alma Schenck and Miss Gertrude Stiffler, all of Cass City, eight grandchildren, one brother, Samuel Stiffler, of Battle Creek, and one sister, Mrs. George Zinnecker, of Moore, Montana.

    Those for out of town in attendance at the funeral Sunday afternoon included Mr. amd Mrs. Ira H. Blakely, Mr. and Mrs. L.C. Benson, Mr. and Mrs. I.M Clapper, Mr. and Mrs. Cyril Batten, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Striffler, Mr. and Mrs. William R. Kaiser and children, Kenneth John and Ruth, Mrs. Florence Spangler, Louis Striffler, Burke Arehart, and Miss Luella Striffler, all of Detroit; Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Striffler and daugther, Anna, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Buchanan and children, James and Nellie Marie, all of Battle Creek; Fred Striffler of Caro; and Mr. and Mrs. Otto Nique of Decker.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Winter 2007)

    (Research):Census Information:


    1900 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland Twp, Cass City Village
    Enumerated 12, 13 and 14 June 1900 by John Marshall
    SD 8, ED 110, Sheet 7A Stamped 110
    137-137
    Samuel & Mary Striffler
    138-138
    Striffler, Solomon Hd W M APr 1889 41 M16
    Striffler, Kate Wf W F Sept 1864 34 M 16 5/5
    Striffler, Franklin A Son 13
    Striffler, Alice L Dtr 11
    Striffler, ____ Son 9
    Striffler, ____ ??? 4
    Striffler, Luella A Dtr 7/12

    (Note this listing was at the bottom of the page, and the m
    icrofilm copy of it was partially obscured).

    1930 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Cass City, ED 11
    Striffler, Solomon M W 70 M @ 24 NY Alsace Lorraine Germany Retired Farmer, Greenhouse
    Striffler, Kate 65 F W M @ 18 Germany Germany Germany 1878
    Striffler, Leonard 38 S M W S Michigan New York Germany Groomer Stock for Show

    Solomon married Eva Catharina "Katie" Koepf on 15 Nov 1883 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. Eva (daughter of Johannes Koepf and Christine Barbara Buerk) was born on 25 Sep 1865 in W?rttemberg, Germany; died on 15 Jan 1938 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 88. Franklin Arthur Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 13 Aug 1886 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 8 Sep 1959 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan; was buried on 11 Sep 1959.
    2. 89. Alice L. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 30 Mar 1889 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 3 Jan 1966 in Eustis, Lake County, Florida; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    3. 90. Leonard "Len" Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 5 May 1891 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 9 Jan 1983 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    4. 91. Alma Louise Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 11 Mar 1893 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 24 Jan 1966 in Elkton, Huron County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    5. 92. Anna Luella Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 15 Oct 1899 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 1 May 1906 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    6. 93. Louis John Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 13 Jan 1903 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 8 Apr 1986 in Grosse Pointe, Wayne County, Michigan; was buried on 10 Apr 1986 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    7. 94. Gertrude Edna Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 19 Sep 1905 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 21 Mar 1981 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 23 Mar 1981 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

  21. 32.  Lydia May Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (5.Jacob2, 1.Ottila1) was born about 1866 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 2 May 1874 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Tombstone reads age 8 years, 4 months and 16 days


  22. 33.  Jacob Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (5.Jacob2, 1.Ottila1) was born in Mar 1870 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 3 May 1874 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Tomstone reads age 4 years, 7 months, and 16 days


  23. 34.  Samuel Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (5.Jacob2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 28 Feb 1872 in Michigan; died on 6 Nov 1954 in San Diego, San Diego County, California.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Cass City, Michigan, March 23, 1923
    Local Happenings, Page Four

    Sam Striffler spent a few days last week in Battle Creek where he was the guest of his daughter, Mrs. Earl BUCHANAN.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, November 12, 1954
    Page Six
    Cass City Area News Items

    Relatives here received word of the death, Saturday, of Samuel Striffler, 82, of San Diego, Cal. Mr. Striffler, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Striffler, was born and raised here. Funeral services and burial took place in California. He is survived by his wife, Mary, who has been hospitalized for a long period of time; a daughter, Mrs. Earl Buchanan, of San Diego and a son, Vernon Striffler, of Long Beach, California, and one sister, Mrs. George Zinnecker of Moore, Montana.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Winter 2007)

    California Death Index:

    STRIFFLER SAMUEL 02/28/1872 BENKLEMAN STRIFFLER M MICHIGAN SAN DIEGO(37) 11/06/1954 366-07-0433

    (Research):Census Information:

    1900 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland Twp, Cass City Village
    Enumerated 12, 13 and 14 June 1900 by John Marshall
    SD 8, ED 110, Sheet 7A Stamped 110
    137-137
    Striffler, Samuel W M Feb 1872 28 M2 Mich France Germany
    Striffler, Mary L W F May 1879 21 M2 1/1 Germany Germany Ge
    rmany
    Striffler, Catherine W F Dec 1899 5/12 Mich Mich Germany
    Striffler, Louisa W F Sept 1853 57 7/3 Germany Germany Germany
    Crocker, Fred W M Apr 1880 20 Mich Ohio Germany

    HH 138-138
    Solomon and Kate Striffler

    Fred Crocker was Samuel Striffler's first cousin, once removed. His mother was Dorothea Benkelman Crocker, a niece of Sam's mother, Louisa.

    Samuel married Marie L. Kaiser on 17 Aug 1898. Marie (daughter of Heinrich Rudolph Kaiser and Christine Barbara Buerk) was born on 20 May 1879 in G?ppingen, Donaukreis, W?rttemberg, Germany; died on 21 Apr 1955 in San Diego, San Diego County, California. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 95. Katherine Luise Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 10 Dec 1899 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 18 Mar 1989 in San Diego, San Diego County, California.
    2. 96. Anna Eliza Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 13 Oct 1901 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 3 Feb 1949 in San Diego, San Diego County, California.
    3. 97. Vernon Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 19 Oct 1903 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 25 Nov 1966 in Battle Creek, Calhoun County, Michigan.

  24. 35.  Lydia StrifflerLydia Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (5.Jacob2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 20 Nov 1874 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 7 Mar 1957 in Billings, Yellowstone County, Montana; was buried in Moore Cemetery, Moore, Fergus County, Montana.

    Notes:

    Moore Resident Dies in Billings

    Mrs. Lydia Zinnecker, 82, resident of Moore nearly 28 years, died of a heart ailment at 1:37 a.m. Thursday in a Billings hospital. She entered the hospital Wednesday night.

    She had been visiting two weeks in the home of a daughter, Mrs. Harry Miller of Billings, Rt. 3, when she became ill.

    The body was taken to the Creel Funeral Home in Lewiston where funeral services at 3 p.m. Saturday will be conducted by the Rev. Raymond Ginther of the Moore Presbyterian Church. Burial will be in Moore Cemetery.

    Mrs. Zinnecker was born Nov. 20, 1874, in Cass City, Mich., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Striffler. She was married to George Zinnecker in Cass City Nov. 22, 1893, and they lived in Michigan until 1912.

    They then went to Starkweather, N. D., where they lived four years before moving to Garfield county. They lived there until 1929, when they moved to Moore in Fergus county.

    Mr. Zinnecker, a carpenter, died in Moore Feb. 15, 1955. Mrs. Zinnecker was a member of the Presbyterian Church.

    Surviving Mrs. Zinnecker, besides the daughter in Billings, are two other daughters, Mrs. George Steinar of Gary, Ind., and Mrs. Hal Lucas of Superior, three sons, L. F. Zinnecker of Moore, Henry Zinnecker of Long Beach, Calif., and Dr. Kenneth Zinnecker of Columbus, Ohio; 22 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

    Lydia married George Henry Zinnecker on 22 Nov 1893 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. George (son of Johannes "John" Zinnecker and Elizabeth Wagner) was born on 14 Jul 1871 in Ionia County, Michigan; died on 14 Feb 1955 in Moore, Fergus County, Montana. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 98. Louise M. Zinnecker  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 2 Jun 1895 in Owendale, Huron County, Michigan; died on 24 Nov 1958 in Gary, Lake County, Indiana.
    2. 99. Leonard Fred Zinnecker  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 1 May 1897 in Grant, Newaygo County, Montana; died on 12 Mar 1995 in East Helena, Lewis And Clark County, Montana.
    3. 100. Frank Zinnecker  Descendancy chart to this point was born after 1897 in Michigan; died before 1910 in Michigan.
    4. 101. Helena Zinnecker  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 6 May 1901 in Owendale, Huron County, Michigan.
    5. 102. Kathryn Zinnecker  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 13 May 1905 in Brookfield Township, Eaton County, Michigan; died on 28 Mar 1999 in Billings, Yellowstone County, Montana.
    6. 103. Henry George "Hiene" Zinnecker  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 24 May 1908 in Owendale, Huron County, Michigan; died on 25 Sep 1989 in Oceanside, San Diego County, California.
    7. 104. Dr. Kenneth C. Zinnecker  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 2 May 1916 in Starkweather, Ramsey County, North Dakota; died on 15 Mar 1997 in Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio.

  25. 36.  Christian Oscar "C.O." Lenzner, Jr. Descendancy chart to this point (7.Susanna2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 30 Oct 1854 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 2 Jun 1927 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Cass City, Michigan
    Friday, June 10, 1927
    Vol. 23, No. 5

    C.O. Lenzner Passed Away on June 2
    Had Been in Furniture Business at Cass City for Forty Years.

    C.O. Lenzner passed away at the home of his son, H.F. Lenzner, at Cass City on Thursday afternoon, June 2, at the age of 72 years. His death was due to carcinoma of the stomach. Mr. Lenzner was taken to his son's home about a month previous because of his severe illenss.

    Christian Oscar Lenzner was born in Lancaster, New York, on October 30, 1854. He came to Cass City with her parents, C.O. Lenzner, Sr., and Susan Lenzner, in the spring of 1873, and was united in marriage with Sophia Ahr on March 1, 1879.

    For several years he was employed by his father as a cabinent maker and he later worked as a carpenter in this community. He entered into partnership with his brother in the furniture business at Cass City, and for 40 years he has been in that business here as a partner of Lenzner Brothers or as an individual.

    Mr. Lenzner was a member of the trustee board of the Evangelical church at the time the church building was erected at Cass City in 1882 and held that position for 25 years. He was also church organist for a like period of time, besides holding other offices in the society.

    Besides his widow, he leaves two children, Mrs. H.L. Pocklington of Algonac and H.F. Lenzner of Cass City, one sister, Miss Emma Lenzner of Cass City, two brothers, Franklin Lenzner of Cass City and John Lenzner of Gagetown and seven grandchildren.

    Funeral services were held at the H.F. Lenzner home on Saturday afternoon and interment was made in Elkland cemetery by Rev. F.L. Pohly of Sebewaing, a former Evangelical minister at Cass City. Local business houses were closed during the funeral hour.

    Relatives and friends from out of town who attended the funeral were Mrs. H.L. Pocklington and son, Herbert Linn, of Algonac; Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Lenzner of Detroit; Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Mast, Mrs. and Mrs. A. Muellerweiss, Rev. and Mrs. F.L. Pohly and Mr. and Mrs. John Schwalm, all of Sebewaing; Henry Schust, George and Miss Esther Hausner, Mrs. F. Klump, Mrs. Clyde Fox and Mrs. Faist, all of Saginaw; Mr. and Mrs. Fred Striffler of Caro.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, January 2008)

    (Research):Census Information:

    1880 Census
    Household:

    Name Relation Marital Status Gender Race Age Birthplace Oc
    cupation Father's Birthplace Mother's Birthplace
    Oscar C. LENFRIER Self M Male W 20 NY Carpenter SAXONY FRANCE
    Sophia LENFRIER Wife M Female W 23 PA Keeping House WERTENBURG WERTENBURG
    Frank H. LENFRIER Son S Male W 6/12 MI At Home NY PA
    Source Information:
    Census Place Cass City, Tuscola, MichiganFamily History Library Film 1254607 NA Film Number T9-0607Page Number 100C

    1900 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Cass City Village
    Enumerated 11 June 1900 by A.D. Gillis
    SD 8 ED 111 Sheet 7B
    155-158
    Lenzer, Christian O Hd W M Oct 1854 45 m 21 Ny Germany Germany Cofin Maker
    Lenzer, Sophia Wife W F April 1859 43 M 21 2.2 Pa Germany Germany
    Lenzer, Hubert F Son W M Dec 1879 20 S Mich NY Pa Printer
    Lenzer, Clara V Dtr W F Mar 1888 12 S Mich Ny Pa At School

    1910 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland Twp, Cass City Village
    13 April 1910
    SD 8 ED 113 Sheet 5B
    133 133
    Lenzner, Christian O Hd M W 55 m1 31 NY Germany Germany Cabinent Maker
    Lenzer, Sopha Wf F W 53 M1 31 2/2 Pennsylvania Germany Germany
    Ahr, Gotley R Father-in-law M W 85 Wd Germany Germany Germany 1847

    Christian married Sophia Ahr on 1 Mar 1879 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. Sophia (daughter of Gottlieb Ahr and Johanna Friedericke Stoll) was born on 12 Apr 1857 in Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania; died on 15 May 1942 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 105. Herbert Frank Lenzner  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 13 Dec 1879 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 7 Feb 1953 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 10 Feb 1953 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    2. 106. Clara Viola Lenzner  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 15 Mar 1888 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 3 Jan 1944 in Algonac, St. Clair County, Michigan.

  26. 37.  Franklin H. Lenzner Descendancy chart to this point (7.Susanna2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 30 May 1859 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 5 Nov 1940 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Vol. 35, Number 33
    Cass City, Mich., Friday, November 8, 1940
    Page One
    Franklin Lenzner, Widely Known Musician, Dies
    For Many Years an Instructor of Piano, Band, String Instruments Here

    Following an illness of six years, Frankline Lenzner, 81, passed away about 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 5, in his home, corner of Oak and Pine Streets.

    Funeral services will be held this afternoon (Friday) in the Angus McPHAIL residence, Rev. Paul J. Allured of Kinde, a former pastor of the Cass City Presbyterian Church, officiating. Interment will be in Elkland Cemetery.

    Franklin Lenzner was born in Lancaster, New York, May 30, 1859, and came to Cass City with his parents when a small boy. He attended the School of Music at Friendship, New York, and for seven years was a member of Gorton's Gold Band, in which he played the bass tuba, and was billed on posters in all the principal cities as a bass tuba soloist, and received much praise newspaper write-ups. While with the band, he often composed his own music, and especially enjoyed playing the "Blue Bells of Scotland" with variations. With this band he travelled through 42 states and territories, Mexico and many of the principal cities of Canada. For a number of years Mr. Lenzner was instructor of the Cass City Band and for many years, or as long as his health permitted, he gave lessons on piano, band and string instruments. He was united in marriage with Miss Anne Belle HAMILL of Geneseo, New York, on December 31, 1891 at St. Thomas, Ontario. She died January 23, 1902.

    He is survived by a son, Dr. Grey F. LENZNER, of Bad Axe; a daughter, Miss Gladys, at home; and a sister, Miss Emma LENZNER. Three brothers, Oscar, John and Samuel, preceded him in death.

    Mr. Lenzner gained much ov his education by reading and observation. He was deeply interested in all music and found much pleasure and satisfaction in encouraging others to fight for knowledge along that line.

    He was also a carpenter and helped build many homes in his home town.

    Guitar and guitarinas made by his father, C.O. Lenzner, Sr., were finished by Frank Lenzner with fine inlaid work and some instruments contained 3,200 or more pieces. He also made a table containing a fancy section of 17 colored strips of inlaying with a space of less than 3/8 inch.

    Although he had been ill for six years and sometimes almost at death's door, he has been very patient, never admitting his great pain to others. Throughout his sickness, he was exceedingly kind and considerate to those who cared for him.

    Pallbearers will be W.H. SIMMONS of Gagetown, Eber KREGER of Deford, James HUSTON of Sover, Rollo DARBEE of Caro, E.G. BRAUN of Detroit, and Clare STAFFORD of Cass City.

    (Research):Census Information

    1900 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Cass City Village
    Enumerated 6 June 1900 A.D. Gillis
    SD 8 ED 111 Page B3
    64-64
    Lenzer, Franklin H Hd W M May 1859 41 M1 9 Ny Germany Germany
    Lenzer, Anna D Wf W F Oct 1865 34 M1 9 2/2 NY NY NY
    Lenzer, Gladys H Dtr W F Nov 1892 7 S Mich NY NY
    Lenzer, Gray F Son W M May 1899 1 S Mich NY NY

    1910 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola, Elkland Twp
    Enumerated 21 April 1910
    SD 8 ED 113 Sheet 6A Stamped 137
    151-151
    Lenzner, Franklin Hd M W 60 Wd 5 2/2 NY Germany Germany English Teacher Music
    Lenzner, Emma Sister F W 40 Wd 5 2/2 NY Germany Germany
    Lenzner, Gladys Dtr F W 18 S Mich NY NY
    Lenzner, Gray Son M W 10 S Mich NY NY

    Franklin married Anna Bell Hamill on 31 Dec 1891 in Ontario, Canada. Anna was born about 1865 in Gennesee County, New York; died on 23 Jan 1902; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 107. Gladys Lenzner  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 29 Nov 1892 in Michigan; died on 7 Jul 1975 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    2. 108. Grey Franklin Lenzner  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 10 May 1899 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 2 Nov 1961 in Caseville, Huron County, Michigan; was buried in Colfax Cemetery, Bad Axe, Huron County, Michigan.

  27. 38.  John B. Lenzner Descendancy chart to this point (7.Susanna2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 8 Oct 1856 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 18 Oct 1932 in Gagetown, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    May 10, 1901
    Tuscola County News

    Jno. Lenzer and Prof. Eddy spent Sunday at Cass City.

    At the time of the 1910 census, he was listed as a boarder in the home of Abrham and Mary Brandon in Gagetown, Elmwood township, Tuscola County, Michigan. He was shown as age 53 and single, and his occupation was listed as Carpenter.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, October 21, 1932
    Page Five
    Deaths of the Week

    John Lenzner

    John Lenzner passed away at Gagetown, Oct. 18. A private funeral was held at Cass City Thursday at two o'clock and itnerment was in Elkland cemetery.

    Born Oct. 8, 1856, in Lancaster, N.Y., he came with his parents, Oscar and Susanna Lenzner, to Cass City in 1873. His father engaged in the manufacture and sale of furniture here and when he retired from active participation in the business, John and a brother carried on the business for several years. John Lenzner had resided in Gagetown for over 30 years where he has been a carpenter in that town and community. He was well known and many children in the Gagetown vicinity will always remember his kindness. He has been in poor health for over three months.

    Mr. Lenzner was preceded in death by two brothers, Samuel of Detroit and Oscar of Cass City. Remaining members of the family are a sister, Miss Emma Lenzner, and a brother, Franklin Lenzner, both of Cass City.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, January 2008)


  28. 39.  Samuel B. LenznerSamuel B. Lenzner Descendancy chart to this point (7.Susanna2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 30 Jun 1861 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; was christened on 4 Feb 1886 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 20 Jul 1926 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan; was buried on 23 Jul 1926 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, July 23, 1926
    Vol. 22, No. 11

    Samuel Lenzner Passed Away Tuesday

    Samuel Lenzner, who spent his boyhood days here and later became a member of the firm of Lenzner Bros., furniture dealers at Cass City, passed away at his home in Detroit Tuesday evening, at the age of 65 years. Funeral services were held at the family residence at 1226 Hubbard Ave., Thursday. The remains will be brought to Cass City over the P.O. & N. R. R. this (Friday) afternoon and will be taken directly from the depot to Elkland cemetery for interment. Members of the Tyler Lodge, F. & A. M., will conduct the Masonic burial service at the cemetery.

    Samuel Lenzner was born in Lancaster, N.Y., on June 30, 1861, and came to Cass City with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. C.O. Lenzner, sr., when he was 12 years of age. He was united in marriage with Miss Mamie Feuchtwanger at Cass City and a few years later they move to Detroit where Mr. Lenzner entered the employment of Michigan Central R.R. as a cabinet maker in their Detroit carshops. This month, he completed a service of 40 years with that company , a service which he performed most faithfully and efficiently and which was recognized by his promotion to foreman, general foreman, master car builder and superintendent of rolling stock. Mr. Lenzner was a member of Zion Lodge No. 1, F. & A. M., at Detroit and was affiliated with the Royal Arch Masons.

    Besides his widow and two children, Delmar Lenzner of Wilmington, N.C., and Mrs. Edgar Braun of Detroit, he leaves three brothers and one sister, C.O. Lenzner, Frank Lenzner and Miss Emma Lenzner, all of Cass City, and John Lenzner of Gagetown.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, January 2008)

    (Research):
    Census Information:

    1900 Census
    Michigan, Wayne County, Detroit, Ward 16
    Enumerated 13 June 1900
    SD 116 ED 167 Sheet 18A
    757 311-313
    Lenzner, Sam Hd W M June 1861 38 M 14 NY Germany France Foreman Car Shop Cabinet Work
    Lenzner, Mary Wf W F Dec 1862 37 M14 2/2 Florida Germany Germany
    Lenzner, Delmar S Son W M Sept 1888 11 S Mich NY Florida At School
    Lenzner, Ruth H Dtr W F May 1892 S Mich NY Florida At School
    Feuchtwanger, Lena Mother-in-law W F Oct 1838 61 Wd 2/2 Germany Germany Germany 1845

    1910 Census
    Michigan, Wayne County, Detroit, Ward 16
    Enumerated 21 April 1910
    SD 1 ED 235 Sheet 7B
    Morrell St
    757-129-135
    Lenzner, Samuel Hd M W 48 M1 24 NY German Germany France French General Foreman Railroad? Shop
    Lenzner, Mamie Wf F W 47 M1 24 2/2 Florida Germany German Germany German
    Lenzner, Delmar S Son M W 21 S Mich NY Florida
    Lenzner, Ruth H Dtr Dtr F W 17 S Mich NY Florida
    Feuchtwanger, Lena Mother-in-law F W 72 W 2/2 Germany German Germany German Germany German 1855

    Samuel married Mary "Mamie" Feuchtwanger on 4 Feb 1886 in Tuscola County, Michigan. Mary was born on 12 Dec 1862 in Tallahassee, Leon County, Florida; died on 4 Aug 1942 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 109. Delmar S. Lenzner  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 17 Sep 1888 in Michigan; died on 30 Nov 1961 in Hampton (Independent City), Virginia.
    2. 110. Ruth H. Lenzner  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 11 May 1892 in Michigan; died in Feb 1976 in Albany, Albany County, New York.

  29. 40.  Emma Lenzner Descendancy chart to this point (7.Susanna2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 28 Jan 1863 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 7 Jan 1945 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 9 Jan 1945 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, January 12, 1945
    Vol. 39, No. 39
    Page One

    Miss Emma Lenzner Died at Her Home Here Sunday Morning

    Miss Emma Lenzner passed away at her home in Cass City early Sunday morning after an illness of several months. She was 81 years of age.

    Born in Lancaster, N.Y., June 28, 1863, she came to Cass City with her parents, the late Mr. and Mrs. C.O. Lenzner, Sr., at the age of ten years and has lived here since that time. She was the only daughter and the last of the five children of this pioneer family to depart from this life.

    In young womanhood, she started a dressmaking establishment in Cass City and for many years followed that occupation.

    Funeral services were conducted at the Munro funeral home Tuesday afternoon by Rev. M.R. Vender, pastor of the Presbyterian church of which Miss Lenzner was a member for 50 years. Interment was made in Elkland cemtery.

    Miss Lenzner leaves two nieces, Miss Gladys Lenzner of Cass City and Mrs. Edgar Braung of Detroit, and three nephews, Dr. Grey Lenzner of Bad Axe, Col. D. S. Lenzner of Fort Monroe, Va., and H.F. Lenzner of Cass City.

    Relatives and friends who came from a distance to attend the funeral included Dr. and Mrs. Grey Lenzner of Bad Axe, Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Braun of Detroit, Mrs. Roy LaFave, Mrs. Geo. Purdy, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Simmons, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Simmons, all of Gagetown, and the Missed Jean and Catherine Hutson of Snover.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, January 2008)


  30. 41.  Fannie StrifflerFannie Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (8.Joseph2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 17 Feb 1856 in Lee County, Iowa; died on 4 Dec 1938 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 6 Dec 1938 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, December 9, 1938
    Vol. 33, Number 37.
    Page One

    Mrs. Maier's Funeral Held Tuesday

    Funeral services were held at one o'clock Tuesday afternoon in the home, corner of Third and Sherman Streets, for Mrs. Jacob Maier, 82, who passed away Sunday, December 4. Dr. R.N. Holsaple, pastor of the Cass City Evangelical Church, and Rev. C.P. Bayless, pastor of the local Methodist Episcopal Church, officiated and interment was in Elkland Cemetery.

    Fanny Striffler was born in Lee County, Iowa, February 17, 1856. When a little girl she moved with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Striffler, to the bordering state of Missouri. Here they lived until some time after the Civil War when they again made their home in Iowa, remaining there unitl a year after her mother's death, April 17, 1874, when they came to Michigan.

    In 1878, she was united in marriage with Jacob Maier, who passed away March 11, 1925. Two daughters also preceded the mother in death.

    Mrs. Maier is survived by two sons, Edward and Frederick, both prominent business men of Cass City; a daughter, Miss Laura, who lived with her mother, and one sister, Mrs. Samuel Benkelman, also of Cass City.

    Unselfishness, courage, wisdom, and a great love for humanity stand out as bright gemes in the life of this devoted mother.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, January 2008)

    Fannie married Jakob "Jacob" Maier in Apr 1879 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. Jakob (son of Jakob Maier and Sophia Krapf) was born in Sep 1853 in Kleineislingen, G?ppingen, Donaukreis, W?rttemberg, Germany; died on 10 Mar 1925 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 111. Maude Mary Maier  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 28 Mar 1880 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 27 Jul 1903 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    2. 112. Edward G. Maier  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 19 Jun 1883 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 10 Apr 1948 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 13 Apr 1948 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    3. 113. Bertha Maier  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 28 Aug 1886 in Michigan; died on 29 Oct 1917 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    4. 114. Frederick W. Maier  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 13 Jul 1888 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 13 Jan 1963 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 16 Apr 1963 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    5. 115. Nora Maier  Descendancy chart to this point was born in Mar 1897 in Michigan; and died.
    6. 116. Laura Marguerite Maier  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 21 Mar 1900 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 3 Dec 1982 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

  31. 42.  Mary StrifflerMary Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (8.Joseph2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 8 Dec 1860 in Madison, Monroe County, Missouri; died on 5 Aug 1952 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Cass City, Michigan
    Friday, January 23, 1931
    "Thirty-five years ago: January 24, 1896"

    At the Evangelical church, the following Sunday School officers have been elected for the ensuing year: Supt., Mrs. Lena SCHWEGLER; ass't supt., Mrs. Mary BENKELMAN; sec., J. MAIER; treas., Adam BENKELMAN; librarian, Miss Lillie Striffler; ass't librarian, Miss Maud MAIER; organist, Miss Martha STRIFFLER; ass't organist, Oscar LENZNER.

    Cass City Chronicle
    August 8, 1952, page 1

    Mrs. Benkelman, Pioneer Resident, Buried Thursday

    Cass City lost a respected member of its community Thursday morning when Mrs. Mary Benkelman, 91, died at her home here after a period of declining health. A pioneer resident of this community, Mrs. Benkelman had spent over three-quarters of a century in Cass City and Elkland Township. The daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Striffler, she was born Dec. 8, 1860 in Madison, Mo., and with her father and sister, the late Mrs. Jacob MEIER, came to Elkland Township in 1875.

    Mrs. Benkelman married Samuel G. Benkelman Nov. 28, 1888. The couple celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in 1988 and Mr. Benkelman died in 1940.

    Mrs. Benkelman was one of the founders of the Woman's Study Club in Cass City and served as president of the organization in 1910 and 1927. She was a member of the Adult Ladies's Class of the Methodist Church.

    Funeral services were held Thursday at 2 p.m. in the Douglas Funeral Home. Rev. F.W. Porter, pastor of the Methodist Church, officiated and burial was in Elkland Cemetery. Surviving are two sons, Joseph and Ward Benkelman of Cass City, a niece, Miss Laura MAIER, and a nephew, Fred MAIER.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong)

    Mary married Samuel G. Benkelman on 28 Nov 1888. Samuel (son of Johann Adam Benkelman and Anna Catharina Schaufele) was born on 26 Aug 1857 in Bowmansville, Town of Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 22 Dec 1940 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 25 Dec 1940 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 117. Joseph A. Benkelman  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 5 Oct 1889 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 11 Jun 1968 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    2. 118. Ward William Benkelman  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 15 Feb 1894 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 3 Feb 1989 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 6 Feb 1989 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

  32. 43.  Samuel W. Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born in Dec 1857 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 13 Mar 1928 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    January 24, 1908
    Local Items, page 4

    Fred and Harry Striffler and a number of their young friends went to Argyle Friday evening and spent several housrs at the home of the boys' parents. The trip was made in a bob sleigh and the crowd had a happy time.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, May 30, 1913

    Ruth Striffler of Argyle was the guest of her sister, Mrs. J.A. Sandham, Friday.

    Mr. and Mrs. S.W. Striffler of Argyle were callers at the home of J.A. Sandham Tuesday.


    Cass City Chronicle
    January 15, 1915

    Mr. and Mrs. S. W. STRIFFLER and Mr. and Mrs. Angus McPHAIL of Argyle and Harry C. STRIFFLER of Ann Arbor were New Years guests at the home of J.A. SANDHAM

    Cass City Chronicle
    January 14, 1916

    Mrs. Angus McPHAIL of Argyle is visiting her sister, Mrs. J.A. Sandham

    Cass City Chronicle
    October 05, 1923

    Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Moreton of Detroit arrived in town Thursday last week and have been visiting Samuel Striffler, Mr. and Mrs. Angus McPhail and Mr. and Mrs. J.A. Sandham until Wednesday when they returned home. Mrs. Moreton's father, Samuel Striffler, returned with them to make a short stay.

    Cass City Chronicle
    June 18, 1926
    Local Happenings, Page 8

    Chas. Rommell of Sturgis is visiting his cousin, S. W. Striffler, and other relatives.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, March 16, 1928

    Former Argyle Merchant Is Dead

    Samuel W. Striffler, who had been in poor health for several years, passed away at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Angus McPhail, on Tuesday afternoon at the age of 70 years.

    He was born in Lancaster, New York, on Dec. 4, 1857. In 1863, the family moved to Sturgis, Michigan, and in 1877 they came to Cass City, settling on a farm in the northeastern part of Elkland township.

    On May 9, 1882, Mr. Striffler was united in marriage with Miss Pauline Ahr and they commenced their married life on Mr. Striffler's farm in Greenleaf township, three miles east and one mile north of Cass City. Here their children were born and they remained there until December, 1891, when, owing to Mrs. Stiffler's failing health, they moved to Argyle, Sanilac county, where Mr. Striffler engaged in the mercantile business. As a merchant for 28 years in Argyle, Mr. Striffler became widely acquainted, and because of his honorable dealings with his customers and his public spirit in advancing the interests of his town, he was held in high esteem in that community. He was a regular attendant of the Argyle M.E. church and a staunch supporter of that society.

    In the spring of 1920, Mr. Striffler sold his mercantile business at Argyle and bought a home in Cass City. Mrs. Striffler passed away on Nov. 4, 1920, and a son, Edward H., preceded his parents in death in 1903. Since Mrs. Striffler's death, Mr. Striffler has made his home with his daughter, Mrs. Angus McPhail.

    Funeral services will be held in the Evangelical church in Cass City this (Friday) afternoon at two o'clock, conducted by Rev. George Hill, assisted by Rev. C.F. Smith, and interment will be made in Elkland cemetery.

    Mrs. Striffler is survived by five children, Mrs. John A. Sandham and Mrs. Angus McPhail, both of Cass City, Mrs. Wm. Moreton of Detroit, Fred Striffler of Caro and Dr. Harry C. Striffler of Pontiac; two brothers, Wm. D. Striffler and Solomon C. Striffler, both of Cass City, and three sisters, Mrs. Chas. E. Patterson and Mrs. Edward Helwig, both of Cass City, and Mrs. Andrew McDermott of Alhambra, California.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, 2007)

    (Research):Census Information:

    1900 Census
    Michigan, Sanilac, Argyle
    Enumerated 22 Jun 1900
    SD 7, ED 113, Sheet 10A, Stamped 10
    HH 182-186
    William and Elizabeth Striffler & Family
    HH 184-188
    Striffler, Samuel W M Dec 1857 42 M 18 Ny Germany Germany Dry Goods Merchant
    Striffler, Pauline F Oct 1860 39 M18 6/6 Ct Germany Germany
    Striffler, Edward H W M Jun 1882 17 S Mich NY Ct
    Striffler, Grace L W F May 1885 15 S Mich NY Ct
    Striffler, Lillian E W F Nov 1886 13 S Mich NY Ct
    Striffler, Ruth M W F Apr 1888 12 S Mich NY Ct
    Striffler, Fred W M Apr 1890 10 S Mich NY Ct
    Striffler, Harry W M July 1891 9 Mich NY Ct

    1910 Census
    Michigan, Sanilac, Argyle Twp, ED 127
    Enumerated 12 May 1910 by James Aute
    SD 7 ED 127 Sheet 12 B
    237-238
    Striffler, Samuel W Hd M W 52 M1 28 NY France-German Germany-German Retail General Store
    Striffler, Pauline Wife F W 49 M1 28 6/5 Connecticut Germany-German Germany-German
    Striffler, Lilian Dtr F W 23 S Mich NY Ct Telephone Operator Central Office
    Striffler, Fred C Son M W 20 S Mich NY Ct Clerk Retail General Store
    Striffler, Grace L Dtr F w 25 S Mich NY Ct

    1920 Census
    Michigan, Sanilac County, Argyle
    SD 7, ED 126 Sheet 1B
    20-22
    Striffler, Samuel W Hd M 62 M NY France/German Germany/German
    Striffler, Pauline Wf F 59 M Oh Oh Oh
    Vore, Gladys Servant F 17 F Canada Scotland/English Scotland/English

    Samuel married Pauline Ahr on 9 May 1882 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. Pauline (daughter of Gottlieb Ahr and Johanna Friedericke Stoll) was born on 2 Oct 1860 in Bridgeport, Fairfield County, Connecticut; died on 4 Nov 1920 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 119. Edward H. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born in Jun 1882 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died about 1903.
    2. 120. Grace L. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 5 May 1885 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 13 May 1969 in Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan; was buried on 15 May 1969 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    3. 121. Lillian E. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 6 Nov 1886 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 19 Nov 1965 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 20 Nov 1965 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    4. 122. Ruth Elizabeth Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 13 Apr 1888 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died in Nov 1984 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan.
    5. 123. Fred C. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 30 Apr 1890 in Greenleaf Township, Sanilac County, Michigan; died on 15 Jul 1948 in Caro, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    6. 124. Harry C. Striffler, D. D. S.  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 19 Jul 1891 in Michigan; died on 28 Dec 1951 in Pontiac, Oakland County, Michigan.

  33. 44.  Lydia Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born in Jan 1859 in Sturgis, St. Joseph County, Michigan; died on 16 May 1887 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Lydia married Samuel G. Benkelman on 17 Oct 1882 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. Samuel (son of Johann Adam Benkelman and Anna Catharina Schaufele) was born on 26 Aug 1857 in Bowmansville, Town of Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 22 Dec 1940 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 25 Dec 1940 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 125. Bertha C. Benkelman  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 1 Aug 1883 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 16 May 1929 in Almena, Norton County, Kansas.
    2. 126. Benjamin Frederick Benkelman  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 12 Apr 1885 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 28 Sep 1885 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

  34. 45.  William David Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 21 Mar 1866 in Sturgis, St. Joseph County, Michigan; died on 5 Mar 1949 in Plymouth, Wayne County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Cass City, Michigan, Dec. 21, 1928
    Page Five
    Where they will spend Christmas

    Mr. and Mrs. W.D. Striffler will have as guests on Christmas, Mr. and Mrs. R.H. ORR and children of Pigeon, Dr. and Mrs. William STURM and Miss Mary STRIFFLER of Detroit.

    Cass City Chronicle
    October 6, 1933
    Local Happenings, Page Four

    Mr. and Mrs. George Southworth and family of Elkton visited at the home of Mrs. Southworth's parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.D. Striffler.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Vol. 33, Number 50
    Friday, March 10, 1939

    Sunday visitors at the W. D. Striffler home were Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. Orr and daughter, Marjorie, of Pigeon and Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Southworth and son, Duane, of Elkton.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, May 16, 1947
    Local News

    Mrs. E.B. GARDINER of Plymouth spent last Thursday and Friday with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.D. STRIFFLER. Her nieces, Joyce and Jessie FRY, returned home with her and came to Cass City Saturday with their aunt, Mrs. Ione STURM, of Detroit.

    Cass City Chronicle
    January 21, 1949
    Local News, Page 4

    Mrs. Wilma FRY visited her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. D. STRIFFLER, in Plymouth Sunday.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, March 11, 1949

    Elkland Pioneer Resident Died in Plymouth Saturday

    Funeral of William D. Striffler Conducted here Monday by Rev. S.P. Kirn

    William D. Striffler, a pioneer of the Elkland Township community, passed away early Saturday morning, March 5, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. E.B. Gardiner of Plymouth, Mich. He had been ill about a month. Had he lived until March 21 next, he would have been 88 years of age.

    The body was brought to Little's Funeral Home here and at noon Monday was taken to the Evangelical United Brethern Church where it lay in state until 2:00 p.m. when funeral services were conducted by the pastor, Rev. Stanley P. Kirn. Two quartet selections were sung by Donald Borg, Maurice Joos, B.A. Elliott and Joseph Benkelman, with Mrs. Maurice Joos as piano accompanist. Burial was made in Elkland cemetery.

    Six nephews of the deceased served as pallbearers. They were Delvin Striffler of Caro, Clark Helwig, Grant Patterson, and John Clark and Wallace Zinnecker.

    William David Stiffler was born March 21, 1866, in Sturgis, Mich., the son of the late Christian and Mary Rommel Stiffler. He came to Cass City with his parents when a small boy.

    Mr. Striffler was united in marriage in Cass City, on Dec. 6, 1892 with Miss Elizabeth Zinnecker. Following the marriage, they started housekeeping in Argyle, Michigan, where Mr. Striffler in company with his brother, Samuel, was engaged in a general merchandise business under the name of Striffler Bros. In 1900, having disposed of his interest in the Argyle store to his brother, Mr. Striffler purchased a farm in Elkland Township, a mile north and half mile east of Cass City. In 1923 the retired from farming and made Cass City their home. They went to Plymouth last fall to spend the winter months with their daughter.

    Mr. and Mrs. Stiffler celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in 1942. Mr. Striffler has been a member of the Evangelical United Brethren Church in Cass City since 1909.

    Mr. Striffler leaves his widow, one son, Rev. Roy J. Striffler, of New Baltimore, Michigan; five daughters, Mrs. R.H. Orr of Pigeon, Mrs. Ione Strum of Detroit, Mrs. George Southworth of Elkton, Mrs. Wilma Fry of Cass City and Mrs. Gardiner of Plymouth; one brother, S.C. Striffler of Cass City; three sisters, Mrs. C.E. Patterson and Mrs. Edward Helwig, both of Cass City, and Mrs. Barbara Griffin of Alhambra, California; thirteen grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Three sons, one brothers and one sister preceded him in death.

    [Note: A list of relatives and friends who attended the funeral was printed in the paper as well, but not transcribed]

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Summer 2007)

    (Research):
    Census Information:

    1900 Census
    Michigan, Sanilac, Argyle
    Enumerated 22 Jun 1900
    SD 7, ED 113, Sheet 10A, Stamped 10
    HH 182-186
    Striffler, William Hd W M M7 Mar 1867 Mich Germany Germany Dry Goods Merchant
    Striffler, Elizabeth Wf W F M7 4/4 Feb 1869 Germany Germany Germany
    Striffler, Ethel M Dtr W F Mar 1894 Mich Mich Germany
    Striffler, Daniel Son W M Oct 1895 Mich Mich Germany
    Striffler, Roy J Son W M Oct 1897 Mich Mich Germany
    Striffler, Ione C Dtr W F Apr 1900 Mich Mich Germany
    HH 184-188
    Samuel and Pauline Striffler & Family

    1910 Census
    Not Located

    1920 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland
    Enumerated 21 January 1920
    SD 7 ED 178 Sheet 6A
    FM 123-126
    Striffler, William D Hd M W 53 M Mich France/German WurtembergGermany/German Farmer
    Striffler, Elizabeth Wife F M 50 M 1879 Na 1890 BarvariaGermany/German BavariaGermany/German
    Striffler, Daniel Son M W 24 S Mich Mich BavariaGermany/German Laborer
    Striffler, Florence Dtr F W 16 S Mich Mich BavariaGermany/German
    Striffler, Wilma Dtr F W 14 S Mich Mich BavariaGermany/German
    Striffler, Mary Dtr F W 11 S Mich Mich BavariaGermany/German
    Striffler, Delmar Son M W 8 S Mich Mich BavariaGermany/German
    Fm 124-127
    Jaus, John and Maud
    Fm 125-128
    John A. and Augusta Benkelman

    1930 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland Township, Cass City Village
    Enumerated April 11, 1930 by Helen Schwaderer
    ED 79-4, SD 11 Sheet 4B (bottom) and 5A (top), Stamped 188
    111-117
    Striffler, William D Hd O $1800 M W 64 M 26 Mich Alsace/Germany Germany Salesman Implements
    Striffler, Elizabeth Z Wf F W 60 M 23 Germany Germany Germany 1869 Na
    Striffler, Daniel Son M W 34 S Mich Mich Germany Painter Decorating (unemployed)
    Striffler, Delmar W Son M W 18 S Mich Mich Germany Printer's Devil Newspaper

    William married Elizabeth Zinnecker on 6 Dec 1892 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. Elizabeth (daughter of Johannes "John" Zinnecker and Elizabeth Wagner) was born on 21 Sep 1869 in Pirmasens, Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany; died on 5 Oct 1950 in Oak Beach County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 127. Mary Ethel Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 28 Mar 1894 in Argyle, Sanilac County, Michigan; died on 22 Mar 1967 in Pigeon, Huron County, Michigan; was buried on 28 Mar 1967 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    2. 128. Daniel Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born in Oct 1895 in Michigan; died about 1931 in Michigan.
    3. 129. Rev. Roy Jacob Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 23 Oct 1897 in Argyle, Sanilac County, Michigan; died on 21 Mar 1979 in Wauseon, Fulton County, Ohio.
    4. 130. Ione Katherine Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 19 Apr 1900 in Michigan; died on 7 Jul 1974 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan.
    5. 131. Florence Edna Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 12 Feb 1903 in Argyle, Sanilac County, Michigan; died on 27 Apr 1999 in Huron County, Michigan.
    6. 132. Wilma Dorothy Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 3 Aug 1905 in Argyle, Sanilac County, Michigan; died on 15 Jan 1970 in Port Huron, St. Clair County, Michigan.
    7. 133. Mary Elizabeth Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 4 Mar 1908 in Argyle, Sanilac County, Michigan; died on 11 Jan 1997 in Port Austin, Huron County, Michigan.
    8. 134. S. C. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 22 Jun 1910 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 22 Jun 1910 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    9. 135. Delmar William Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 29 Aug 1911 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 14 Dec 1932 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

  35. 46.  Christina A. Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 13 May 1873 in Sturgis, St. Joseph County, Michigan; died on 30 Apr 1954 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 3 May 1954 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, May 7, 1954
    Volume 49, Number 2
    Page One

    Pioneer of Cass City Dies Here Friday

    Mrs. Christina Patterson, one of the remaining pioneers of Cass City, died early Friday morning, April 30, at her home here. She had been ill the past eight months.

    Mrs. Patterson was born in Sturgis, Michigan, May 13, 1873, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Christian and Mary Rommel Striffler. She came to Cass City with her parents when a child.

    She was united in marriage with Mrs. Charles E. Patterson November 9, 1898 in Cass City, where they made their home following their marriage.

    Mrs. Patterson has been a member of the Evangelical United Brethren Church of Cass City since childhood.

    She leaves to mourn their loss her husband; one daughter, Mrs. Claude (Cecile) Wood of Cass City; one son, Mr. Grant Patterson of Cass City; two sisters, Mrs. Edward Helwig of Cass City and Mrs. Barbara Griffin of Alhambra, California; one brother, Mr. S.C. Striffler of Cass City; three grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. One son, Calvin, preceded her in death.

    Funeral services were held Monday, May 3, at 2:00 p.m. at the Evangelical United Brethren Church. Rev. S.R. Wurtz officiated and burial was in Elkland Cemetery.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, January 2008)

    Christina married Charles E. Patterson on 9 Nov 1898 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. Charles (son of Harlan Patterson) was born on 9 Sep 1868 in Simcoe, Ontario, Canada; died on 26 Aug 1964 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 29 Aug 1964 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 136. Cecile Hester Patterson  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 23 Jan 1901 in Sanilac County, Michigan; died on 27 Dec 1973 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    2. 137. Grant E. Patterson  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 24 Jan 1903 in Michigan; died on 5 Jul 1984 in Owosso, Shiawassee County, Michigan; was buried on 7 Jul 1984 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    3. 138. Calvin C. Patterson  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 1 May 1907 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 27 Mar 1926 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

  36. 47.  Barbara O. Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 29 Sep 1875 in Michigan; died on 1 Mar 1967 in Los Angeles County, California.

    Notes:

    Bruce McDermott writes that after Hector died in 1922, Barbara married second his older brother, Andrew McDermott.

    Volume 23 of the STRIFFLER-BENKELMAN BROADCAST, dated September 7, 1963, noted that Steven Griset, son-in-law of Barbara Striffler McDermott had died in 1962.

    Barbara married Hector L. McDermott on 28 Oct 1903 in Tuscola County, Michigan. Hector (son of Hugh Carson McDermott and Margaret McLean) was born on 18 Oct 1866 in South Bruce, Bruce, Ontario, Canada; died on 24 Feb 1922 in Santa Ana, Orange County, California. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 139. Alton Andrew McDermott  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 17 Mar 1905 in Michigan; died on 27 Feb 1973 in Los Angeles County, California.

    Barbara married Andrew John McDermott on 25 Nov 1924 in Los Angeles County, California. Andrew (son of Hugh Carson McDermott and Margaret McLean) was born about 1863 in Culross Township, South Bruce, Ontario, Canada; died on 6 Nov 1931 in Alhambra, Los Angeles County, California. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Barbara married Frank Edward Griffin before 1948. Frank was born on 29 Nov 1868 in Michigan; died on 25 May 1948 in Alhambra, Los Angeles County, California. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  37. 48.  Mary Pauline Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 11 Nov 1878 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 8 Jan 1967 in Caro, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 11 Jan 1967 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Thursday, January 12, 1967
    Page Four

    Mrs. Mary Helwig Succumbs in Caro

    Mrs. Mary Pauline Helwig, 83, died Sunday, Jan. 8, at the Tuscola County Medical Care Facility, Caro, following a lengthy illness. She was the widow of Edward Helwig.

    Born Nov. 11, 1878, in Tuscola county, she was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Christian Striffler. She and Mr. Helwig were married Sept. 26, 1906, and they made their home on a farm on Schwegler Road. The couple celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in 1956. Mr. Helwig died Aug. 24, 1959.

    A lifelong resident the Cass City area, she was also a life member of the Salem Evangelical United Brethren Church.

    Surviving are: one son, Clark of Cass City; one sister, Mrs. Barbara Griffin of California; one granddaughter, Mrs. Donald (Judy) Finkbeiner, and three great-grandchildren, all of Cass City.

    The Rev. Ira Wood, pastor of Cass City EUB Church, officiated at the funeral services held Tuesday afternoon at Little's Funeral Home.

    Burial was in Elkland cemetery.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, January 2008)

    (Research):Census Information

    1910 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola, Elkland Twp
    Enumerated 15 and 16 April 1910
    SD 8 ED 112 Sheet 1A Stamped 121

    HH 6-6
    George and Catherine HELWIG
    HH 10-10
    George and Emilia KRAPF
    HH 12-12
    Helwig, Edward Hd M W 33 M1 3 NY NY NY Farmer
    Helwig, Mary Wf F W 30 M1 3 0 Mich NY Germany

    Mary married Edward Helwig on 26 Sep 1906. Edward (son of George Wilhelm Helwig and Catherine Warner) was born on 16 Feb 1877 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; was christened in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 24 Aug 1959 in Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 27 Aug 1959 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 140. Clark Edward Helwig  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 22 May 1911 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 10 May 1989 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 12 May 1989 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

  38. 49.  Solomon C. Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 18 Jan 1882 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 19 Nov 1966 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    On his Form SS-5, application for a Social Security Account Number, Solomon Striffler listed his address as Rt. #1, Cass City, MI. His date of birth was given as Jan. 18, 1882, Tuscola County, Michigan, and he listed his age at his last birthday as 72. His father was listed as Christofer Striffler, and mother as Mary Rummel. His occupation was shown as self employed farmer. His SSN was 362-38-3574.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Vol. 32, Number 43
    Cass City, Michigan, Friday, January 21, 1938
    Page Four

    In honor of Solomon C. Striffler's birthday, Mrs. Striffler entertained at dinner Tuesday night, Mr. and Mrs. W.D. Striffler, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Patterson, and Mr. and Mrs. Edward Helwig and son, Clark. W. D. Striffler is a brother of the honor guest and Mrs. Patterson and Mrs. Helwig are sisters.


    Cass City Chronicle
    November 24, 1966

    Final Services for Solomon C. Striffler, 84, lifelong resident of the area, died Saturday, November 19, in Hills and Dales Hospital where he had been hospitalized for a month. Mr. Striffler, a retired farmer, had been in ill health for a year. Born in Cass City January 18, 1992, he was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Christian Striffler. He and Miss Mary BUEHRLY were married in Cass City June 29, 1910, and they made their home in Elkland Township. Mrs. Striffler died December 30, 1963. Mr. Striffler was a life member of Salem EUB Church, Cass City.

    Survivors included two sons: the Rev. Russell Striffler of Des Moines, Iowa, and Delvin Striffler of Caro; two sisters, Mrs. Edward HELWIG of Cass City and Mrs. Barbara GRIFFIN of Alhambra, California and four grandchildren. Little's Funeral Home had charge of arrangements and final services are to be held Wednesday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. at the EUB Church. The Rev. Ira Wood, pastor, will officiate and burial will be in Elkland cemetery.

    (Research):1910 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland Twp
    Enumerated 16-18-19 of April 1910 By John A. Benkelman
    SD 8, ED 112 Sheet No 1 B
    17-18
    Striffler, Solomon C Hd M W 28 S Mich Ger Germany France Germany Home Farmer
    Striffler, Chris? Father M W 82 M1 52 France German France German France German
    Striffler, Mary Mother F W 72 M1 8/6 Ger Germany Ger Germany Ger German

    1930 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland, ED 12
    Striffer, Solomon C Hd M W 48 M @ 28 Mich Alsace-Lorraine Germany Farmer
    Striffer, Mary L Wife F W 40 M @ 23 Mich Germany Germany
    Striffer, Delvin L Son M W 14 Michigan Michigan Michigan
    Striffer, Russell C Son M W 7 Michigan Michigan Michigan

    Solomon married Mary Magdalene Buehrly on 29 Jun 1910 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. Mary (daughter of Johann Leonhard Buehrly and Catherine Buerk) was born on 19 Jun 1887 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 30 Dec 1963 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 141. Delvin Leonard Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 29 Jun 1915 in Michigan; died on 6 Sep 1967 in Port Austin, Huron County, Michigan.
    2. 142. Rev. Russell Clare Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 26 Aug 1922 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 14 Sep 2019 in Arden Hills, Ramsey County, Minnesota.

  39. 50.  Emeline StrifflerEmeline Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (10.John2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 5 Sep 1860 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 21 Oct 1939 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, October 27, 1939
    Page 6

    Mrs. Archie Mark

    Mrs. Archie Mark, 79, passed away Saturday, October 21, in the home of her daughter, Mrs. Andrew Seeger, after a long illness.

    Funeral services were held at 2:00 pm Monday in the home of another daughter, Mrs. Fred Buehrly. Rev. R.N. Holsaple, pastor of the Evangelical Church, officiated and burial was in Elkland Cemetery.

    Emeline Striffler was born September 5, 1860, on a farm one mile east and one mile north of Cass City, and has lived in this vicinity all of her life.

    On December 23, 1886, she was united in marriage with Archie Mark. He died in 1934 and for about a year after his death Mrs, Mark continued to make her home on 3rd Street, her sister, Miss Martha Striffler, living with her. Because of ill health, she has made her home with her daughters, Mrs. Buehrly, Mrs. Ben Schwegler and Mrs. Seeger.

    She is survived by a son, Edward Mark, of Cass City; four daughters, Mrs. Buehrly, Mrs. Schwegler, and Mrs. Seeger, all of Cass City, and Mrs. Owen Darling, of Brown City; two brothers, G.A. Striffler of Cass City and David Striffler, of Columbus, Georgia; and two sisters, Miss Martha Striffler of Cass City and Mrs. W.R. Kaiser of Detroit.

    She also leaves 23 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

    Six grandchildren acted as pallbearers. They were Mark and James Darling of Brown City, Keith Buehrly, Archie and Leitch Mark, and Leonard Urquhart.

    Those from out-of-town who attended the funeral were David Striffler of Columbus, Georgia, Mr. and Mrs. W.R. Kaiser, Mrs. Bernice Kleinschmidty of Detroit; Mr. and Mrs. Owen Darling and sons, Mark and James, of Brown City; Mrs. Jane Leitch, Mr. and Mrs. John Simkins and daughter, Maggie, of Pontiac; N. Karr of Kingston; and Mrs. Leon Ormes of St. Johns.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Summer 2007)

    Emeline married Archibald "Archie" Mark on 23 Dec 1886 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. Archibald (son of Walter Roach Mark and Elizabeth McLean) was born on 22 Mar 1862 in Whitby Township, Ontario, Canada; died on 25 Aug 1934 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 143. Edward Albert Mark  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 1 Jan 1889 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 13 Jan 1982 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    2. 144. Mary Elizabeth "Molly" Mark  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 29 Jul 1890 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 5 Jul 1987 in Ubly, Huron County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    3. 145. Joanna Magdalena "Lena" Mark  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 27 Feb 1892 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 24 Jun 1983 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    4. 146. Martha Alice Mark  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 16 Nov 1893 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 16 Jan 1983 in Marlette, Sanilac County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    5. 147. Alma May Mark  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 31 Aug 1895 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 16 Jun 1980 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

  40. 51.  George Albert StrifflerGeorge Albert Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (10.John2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 16 Mar 1864 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 6 Jul 1945 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Lorraine Smith Benkelman transcribed the following letters that George Albert Striffler received from his family at home while he was working at various lumber camps in the west of Michigan and Wisconsin.

    May 11, 1888

    From Salome Striffler, George's younger sister

    The men have been working near the river these two weeks, when the weather was so they could plow. Today they were sowing oats. Pete Burg helped mother with the garden. I let the deer out one evening and he ran around the house in the orchard and garden and tracked the garden all up. We got him back in. The report around is that Adam Benkelman was coming home. We were so glad to think they were going to be here again, then we were disappointed to hear it was only Minnie Burg's talk. It seems odd to not see you, with a book under your arm or in the morning see you come from upstairs. Mother wants to know how far it is from church, are are there any girls in your neighborhood?

    Your fat sister, "Baby Elephant Jumbo", Salome

    June 7, 1888

    From Mary Striffler, cousin. to George at Lathrop, Delta County, Michigan

    I took dinner from Mrs. Weydemeyer yesterday and glad to learn that Home is in camp with you now. You mention you live in the most newsless part of the earth. It strikes me that you take on the habit of a hermit without much remonstrance. The second annual institue of the M.E. Sunday School convened at Cass City, June 5. We hear that Anna Peterson is dead. Eventually she died of after effects of operation to remove a tumor. Mr. Klump is expected to hold quarterly meetings in the German Church next Sunday.

    August 29, 1888

    From Ella Wallace to George

    Do you not almost wish you were back here. We all miss you. I suppose you have long since found the squaw whom you proposed getting for a housekeeper during the summer. It is dull here. My naughty sister has not come home yet. I see Mary and Gus, but not often. I have been raising kittens all summer for the chivaree. I was out East for a drive the other night and I really pitied Sam when I saw how far he had to walk.

    September 11, 1888

    From I. A. Fritz to George

    Would like to know how you like the north woods. Do you have a church, if you do not, how do you pass your Sabbaths. I saw Mr. Weydemeyer and he said we are thankful to receive your assessment. Ben McCune will leave for conference. The assessment plan has worked very well. Of course, you have heard that I was married. Yes, I have settled down and am happy we have gone to housekeeping in the rooms in connection with my office. She is a stranger to you. I first met her in Carsonville, 3 year ago. Her name was Anderson. Dr. Blair left this morning for his home in Canada.

    October 19, 1888

    From his parents, John and Mary (Benkelman) Striffler

    You say you might go West. I don't know why you would, in the winter, and get lost in one of the blizzards. Got a letter from John Wheelock, he says hundreds of people coming every day looking for work and can't find any. Wages are low, work scarce. D. Morrison told me the same the other day that his boys writes the same. Mrs. Benkelman said that Denver, Col is full of people looking for work. We just thrased last week bout 560 bu. of wheat, 800 bu. Oats and 121 bu. buckwheat on the V. Sta. Some of our Pear trees was loaded so that the limbs bent to the ground and such an apple crop. You didn't tell us how much you get a month or how you get your pay. JOHN STRIFFLER

    I would expect you home pretty soon now if you're talking of going West. It is hard to have only one boy that is big enough to help his Father and him way off working for other folks when there is so much to do at home. Of course, if you can do lots better, I don't want to say come home. MA

    November 18, 1888

    William Bien, friend and future brother-in-law

    What are you doing in upper Michigan? Is it the homestead we spoke of?

    The Biography below, of George Albert, is copied from "History of Michigan" by Charles Moore, Volume IV, The Lewis Publishing Company, Chicago, 1915

    https://archive.org/stream/historyofmichiga04moor/historyofmichiga04moor_djv

    GEORGE A. STRIFFLER. He whose name initiates this paragraph is not only one of the representative business men and landholders of Tuscola county but is a native son of the county and a scion of one of its best known and most honored pioneer families. Here he was reared and here he has found abundant scope for personal achievement along normal lines of enterprise. He is the leading implement dealer at Cass City, one of the thriving and attractive towns of this section of the state, and as a citizen and business man he is well upholding the honors of a name that has been most prominently linked with the development and upbuilding of Tuscola county.

    George Albert Striffler was born on a pioneer farm in Elkland township, Tuscola county, Michigan, on the 16th of March, 1864, and the place of his nativity is one mile east and one mile north of Cass City, his present place of residence. He is a son of John and Mary (Benkelman) Striffler, the former of whom was born near Lancaster, Erie county, New York, of German lineage, and the latter of whom was born in the kingdom of Wurtemburg, Germany. The father was reared to manhood in the old Empire state and there he learned the trade of carpenter. In 1859 he came to Michigan and numbered himself among the pioneers of Tuscola county, where he obtained a tract of wild land, in Elkland township, and where he instituted the reclamation of a farm of forty acres, in the meanwhile finding much requisition for his services as a carpenter, at Cass City and other points in this section. He was numbered among the very early settlers of the county and he erected, for William Clark, the first frame store-building in Cass City, besides having done much other important work tending to advance the upbuilding and progress of the village and county. He was identified with lumbering operations for a number of years and threw himself fully into the strenuous work involved in the development of a new country. He has ever commanded inviolate place in popular esteem and he is today honored as one of the sterling pioneer citizens of the county in which he has long maintained his home and in which he has served in various township offices. He was born March 15, 1833, and his devoted wife, who was born May 22, 1839, was summoned to the life eternal on the 4th of May, 1913; he is now living retired in Cass City.

    Of the seven children, six are still living: Emaline is the wife of Archibald Mark, and they reside on the old Striffler homestead; George A., of this review, was the next in order of birth; Salome, who resides in Cass City, is the widow of William Bein; Miss Martha has supervision of the domestic economies of her father's home, in Cass City; Esther is the wife of William R. Kaiser, of this place; and David A. is now a resident of Columbus, Georgia.

    George A. Striffler was reared on the homestead farm and well recalls the conditions and incidents of the pioneer days in Tuscola county. After attending the district school he continued his studies in the public schools of Cass City, and he was about thirty-two years of age when he went to the city of Detroit, to learn the trade of steam-fitting, in the Michigan Central car shops. He completed his apprenticeship and then returned to Cass City, where he has since been successfully engaged in the implement business, as the successor of his cousin, Jacob H. Striffler, who founded the enterprise many years ago, so that it is the oldest business of its kind in Tuscola county, even as it is the largest in Cass City, with equipment and facilities of the best type. The original firm was J. H. Striffler & Company, and the present firm was first Striffler & McDermott and is now composed of George A. Striffler and Charles E. Patterson. The firm deals in all kinds of farm implements and machinery as well as in buggies, carriages and wagons, the trade of the concern being widely disseminated and its reputation being of the highest.

    Mr. Striffler has recently completed in Cass City a handsome and thoroughly modern house of twelve rooms, the same being the family home and one of the most attractive in the village, even as it is one of the most hospitable,a center of much of the social activity of the community. An appreciable part of the timber utilized in the erection of this building was taken from land owned by Mr. Striffler and is of growth that has been made since the disastrous forest fires which swept this section in 1871. Mr. Striffler himself found satisfaction in assisting in the sawing of the logs into the lumber and shingles for his fine new residence. Like other representatives of the family Mr. Striffler stands exponent of progressiveness and public spirit, and he is one of the loyal and liberal citizens of his native county. He was a Republican until the formation of the Progressive party, in 1912, when he transferred his allegiance to the new organization. He has not been ambitious for public office but has served as township treasurer. He is affiliated with the local organization of the Knights of the Maccabees, and his wife, who is a leader in the social life of the community, is a member of the Woman's Literary and Study Club, besides being a devoted communicant of the Protestant Episcopal church. In the year 1900 Mr. Striffler wedded Miss Cora Belle Home, of Manitowoc, Wisconsin, where she was born and reared, and they have one son, Ervine Albert, who was born in Cass City, on the 27th of March, 1906.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, October 18, 1940
    Page Four

    Mr. and Mrs. W.R. KAISER of Detroit, David STRIFFLER of Columbus, Georgia and Miss Martha STRIFFLER were Sunday guests at the G.A. STRIFFLER home. All the guests returned to Detroit Sunday evening. David STRIFFLER returned to Cass City on Tuesday and is spending the week with his brother, G.A. STRIFFLER, and other relatives. Miss Martha, who has spent a few weeks with her sister, Mrs. KAISER, in Detroit, returned to Cass City with her brother Tuesday.


    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, July 13, 1945
    Page One

    G.A. Striffler Died Here Friday At Age of 81 Years
    Conducted an Implement Business in Cass City For 45 Years

    George Albert Striffler, retired business man of Cass City, passed away at his home in the village on Friday morning, July 6. He was 81 years of age.

    Born in Elkland township, the son of John and Mary Striffler, on March 16, 1864, he had spent the greater portion of his life in this community.

    Mr. Striffler entered the business ranks of Cass City as a partner of the late J.H. Striffler, pioneer implement dealer here, on Nov. 1, 1899. The business was conducted under the name of J.H. Striffler & Co. for one year when J.H. Striffler sold his interest to the late Hector L. McDermott and the firm name was changed to Striffler & McDermott. This partnership continued for 12 years. From the time Mr. Striffler conducted the business under his own name until Dec. 29, 1944, when because of failing health he sold his holdings to Copeland & Munro, he had been in business here for 45 years.

    Mr. Striffler served the village as trustee, was village president for two years, and township treasurer on two different occasions. He was a past master of Tyler Lodge, F. & A.M., a member of the Cass City Community club and the Michigan Implement Dealers' association, and belonged to two hunting clubs, the Canada Creek Ranch Hunting club near Atlanta and the Lost Lake Woods club near Lincoln.

    The deceased is survived by his widow, the former Cora Belle Clark, whom he married on Nov. 29, 1900, at Manitowac, Wis., and a son, Irvine Striffler, of Marysville, Ohio. A brother, David Striffler, of Columbus, Ga., and a sister, Mrs. W. R. Kaiser, of Detroit also survive.

    Funeral services were conducted at the Presbyterian church by Rev. Melvin R. Vender, the pastor, Sunday afternoon. The impressive Masonic burial rites were conducted at Elkland cemetery by members of Tyler lodge under the leadership of Edward Golding, past master of the society.

    Relatives and friends from a distance who attended the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. Irvine Striffler of Marysville, Ohio; Mr. and Mrs. H.E. Dozier of Walled Lake; Dr. and Mrs. H. Clay Murphey and Mr. and Mrs. Willet Hazard of Pontiac; Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Kaiser, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Striffler, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Striffler, Stanley Striffler and Mrs. C.P. Miller, all of Detroit, Mr. and Mrs. George Southworth of Elkton, and Mr. and Mrs. Ed Gardner of Plymouth; Mr. and Mrs. Owen Darling of Decker; Mr. and Mrs. A.A. Spriggs of Peck; Mr. and Mrs. Carl Miller of Fairgrove; Mr. and Mrs. Frank Mahon of Minden City; Mr. and Mrs. Oscar and Mr. and Mrs. Merle Ashe of Vasser.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Summer 2007)

    (Research):
    Census Information:

    1910 Census, Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland Twp, ED 113, Cass City Village
    Enumerated 13 Apr 1910
    SD 8, ED 113, Sheet No 5 B

    Striffler, George A Hd M W 44 M1 9 Mic NY Germany Salesman Agriculture Implements
    Striffler, Cora B Wife F W 35 M1 9 1/1 Wisc Wisc Wisc
    Striffler, Irvine A Son M W 4 S Mich Mich Mich
    Clark, Warren W Brother in Law Wisc Wisc Wisc Commercial Trader

    George married Cora Belle Horn on 29 Nov 1900 in Manitowoc County, Wisconsin. Cora (daughter of John E. Horne and Mary Jane Clancey) was born on 3 Feb 1871 in Brown County, Wisconsin; died on 19 Oct 1964 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 148. Irvine Albert Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 27 Mar 1906 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 5 Jun 1969 in Marysville, Union County, Ohio; was buried in Oakdale Cemetery, Marysville, Union County, Ohio.

  41. 52.  Salome StrifflerSalome Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (10.John2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 19 Sep 1866 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 26 Jan 1922 in Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Lorraine Smith Benkelman transcribed the following letters from Salome to her brother, George Albert

    May 11, 1888

    The men have been working near the river these two weeks, when the weather was so they could plow. Today they were sowing oats. Pete Burg helped mother with the garden. I let the deer out one evening and he ran around the house in the orchard and garden and tracked the garden all up. We got him back in. The report around is that Adam Benkelman was coming home. We were so glad to think they were going to be here again, then we were disappointed to hear it was only Minnie Burg's talk. It seems odd to not see you, with a book under your arm or in the morning see you come from upstairs. Mother wants to know how far it is from church, are are there any girls in your neighborhood?

    Your fat sister, "Baby Elephant Jumbo", Salome

    June 6, 1888

    I am staying at the Muck's for three weeks now. Anna Peterson is dead. She had a tumor and died under an operation. I heard that Adam Benkelman was expected home any day, but will not be sure until I hear that Minnie Burg did not make it up. The population of Cass City has increased since you left. Adam Muck has a girl, Del Landon a girl, Duncan Graham and Alex McKenzie both boys.


    July 31, 1888

    What are you doing there? Are you going to stay there. What do you eat anyhow? is Mrs. W. Weydemeyer working where you board? Berries and huckleberries are scarce this year. The Enterprise says "Two women to eveyr raspberry." Lucy Meier was here begging for the new church in Fremont. Did you hear from Will Bien yet, since you are up there? He gets $28 a month. How much are you getting. David said you should come home and cut his hair.

    October 10, 1888

    folks making syrup again. Mother and Mattie are helping in the sugar house and I am doing the housework. Charlie Yous is working for us again this fall. Johnnie Zinnecker hired out to Pa for a month, he may stay and go to school this winter. Dora Schenck has engaged to teach the Walmsley school. Walter Gamble and Lissie Ale are teaching the CC school. Mrs. John Doying died last Monday. Ada's funeral was yesterday. Peter Dodge is married to Sam's stepdaughter, got license in Caro at 8 pm, thene married at 2 am, lots of talk. Archie's father is married again to Albert Scarr's widow. Adam Muck has a girl, Del Landon a girl, Duncan Graham has a boy, Alex McKenzie a boy.


    November 9, 1888

    You mentioned going West, how far, Wisconisn or further? Mattie and I sent for the Normal course books. Mrs. Wunderlich organized the class. We younger folks have clubbed together and bought a book for the minister, "the Beautiful story and Gold gems of religious thoughts." Got is from James Waldon, the fellow who's feet got frozen. He is a book agency, walks with crutches.

    November 29, 1888

    Today is Sam and Mary's wedding day. Rev. N. Wienderlich performs the ceremony. I was not invited. Did you know Mr. Champion died last week. Archie has no hired man at present. Elmer Eastman was working for him but he is gone. Johnnie Zinnecker is going to work for his board this winter and go to school. George Zinnecker is a worker here now. Jake Striffler and family have gone to New York on a visit. Mrs. Waldon has a pair of artificial feet.


    Cass City Chronicle
    August 15, 1919
    The Week's Doing, Page Eight

    Mrs. Salome Bien left Monday for a short visit at the home of her son, Stanley Bien, at Lansing.

    Cass City Chronicle
    February 3, 1922
    Page One

    Deaths of the Week

    Mrs. Salome Bien

    The Evangelical church was crowded Sunday afternoon by relatives and friends who came to attend the funeral of Mrs. Salome Bien whose death occurred at her home in Lansing last Thursday. Rev. F. L. Pohly conducted the services and interment was made in Elkland cemetery.

    Salome Striffler was born Sept. 19, 1866, on the parental farm near Cass City. She was united in marriage with Wm. Bien in Kilmanagh, Mich., Nov. 25, 1891. This happy union was of short duration, for Mr. Bien preceded his wife in death 26 years ago. Three sons came to bless the home for whom their mother toiled and sacrificed these many years to make possible their education and welfare and whose privilege it became, in these later days, for them to reciprocate their love and devotion in caring for her.

    For the past few years, Mrs. Bien has suffered greatly from cancerous trouble but in it all manifested a most patient and hopeful spirit. All that medical skill and kind hands could do could not overpower her affliction. On Jan. 26, 1922, she peacefully passed away at Lansing, Mich., at the age of 55 years. Mrs. Bien gave her heart to God in her youth and united with the Cass City Evangelical church of which she remained a member.

    She leaves to mourn her departure three devoted sons, Stanley of Lansing, Paul of Detroit, and William, a student at the U. of M. at Ann Arbor, an aged father, John Striffler of Cass City, two brothers, G.A. Striffler of Cass City and David Striffler of Columbus, Ga., three sisters, Mrs. Archie Mark, Miss Martha Striffler and Mrs. W.R. Kaiser, all of Cass City, besides a host of other relatives and friends.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, March 2008)

    (Research):Census Infomation:

    1900 Census, Michigan, Tuscola, Elkland, ED 110
    Enumerated the 12th of June, 1900 by John Marshall
    SD 8, ED 110, Sheet 6 B
    126 126
    Striffler, John Hd W M March 1833 67 M 41 NY France France Farmer
    Striffler, Mary Wife W F May 1839 61 M 41 7/6 Germany Germany Germany 1856
    Striffler, Martha Dtr W F Nov 1871 28 S Michigan NY Germany
    Striffler, Ester Dtr W F May 1878 22 S Michigan NY Germany
    Striffler, David A. W M Aug 1883 16 S Michigan NY Germany Farm Laborer
    Bean, Saloma Dtr W F Sep 1866 22 Ed 3/3 Michigan NY Germany
    Bean, Stanley G.Son W M Dec 1892 7 S Michigan Michigan Germany
    Bean, Paul P. G. Son W M May 1894 6 S Michigan Michigan Germany
    Bean, William D. G. Son W M Dec 1895 4 S Michigan Michigan Germany


    1910 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland Township, Cass City Village
    Enumerated 21 Apr 1910
    SD 8 ED 113 Sheet 4A Stamped 135
    95-95
    Bien, Salome Hd F W 43 Ed 3/3 Mich NY Germany Own Income
    Bien, John C Son M W 17 S Mich Canada/English Mich
    Bien, Paul P Son M W 15 S Mich Canada/English Mich
    Bien, William D Son M W 14 S Mich Canada/English Mich

    Salome married William H. Bien on 25 Nov 1891 in Kilmanagh, Huron County, Michigan. William was born before 1867 in Ontario, Canada; died about 1895 in Huron County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 149. John Stanley Bien  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 8 Dec 1892 in Pigeon, Huron County, Michigan; died on 5 Dec 1967 in Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan; was buried on 8 Dec 1967 in Deepdale Memorial Park, Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan.
    2. 150. Paul Preston Bien  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 4 May 1894 in Pigeon, Huron County, Michigan; died on 27 Apr 1955 in Houston, Harris County, Texas; was buried in South Park Cemetery, Houston, Harris County, Texas.
    3. 151. William Daniel Bien  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 23 Dec 1895 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 24 Apr 1964 in Syracuse, Onondaga County, New York.

  42. 53.  Edward Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (10.John2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 19 Jun 1870 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 24 Aug 1874 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    BonnieMargaret Jacobs (p. 153) writes that he died in an outbreak of Scarlet fever in 1874, as did several of three of his Striffler "double cousins", along with another cousin, Mary Benkelman.


  43. 54.  Martha "Mattie" StrifflerMartha "Mattie" Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (10.John2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 10 Nov 1871 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 25 Oct 1943 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Her father's obituary indicated that Martha, the eldest daughter still at home, remained single and in her father's home to care for him, after the death of her mother. She never married. At the time of the 1930 census, she was living with her sister and brother-in-law, Archibald and Emeline Mark, in Cass City Village.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Cass City, Michigan
    Friday, January 23, 1931
    "Thirty-five years ago: January 24, 1896"

    At the Evangelical church, the following Sunday School officers have been elected for the ensuing year: Supt., Mrs. Lena SCHWEGLER; ass't supt., Mrs. Mary BENKELMAN; sec., J. MAIER; treas., Adam BENKELMAN; librarian, Miss Lillie STRIFFLER; ass't librarian, Miss Maud MAIER; organist, Miss Martha STRIFFLER; ass't organist, Oscar LENZNER.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, October 29, 1943

    Miss Martha Striffler, 71, a lifelong resident of this vicinity, passed away in her home Monday evening after a long illness.

    Miss Striffler, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Striffler, was born Nov. 10, 1871, on the Striffler farm in Elkland township and spent her entire life here.

    She was a member of long standing of the Evangelical Church where she taught a Sunday School class for many years. She was also active in the Woman's Missionary Society and the Ladies' Aid and held offices in both societies for a number of years. She was a very faithful attendant at all Church services as long as her health permitted. She was also a member of the Townsend Club.

    She is survived by a sister, Mrs. W.R. Kaiser of Detroit, and two brothers, George Albert Striffler of Cass City and David Striffler of Columbus, Ga.

    The remains were at the Munro Funeral Home until Wednesday when they were taken to her own home on Houghton Street. At noon Thursday the body was taken to the Evangelical Church where it lay in state until the hour of the funeral service at 2:00 p.m. Rev. S.P Kirn, pastor of the church, officiated and burial was in Elkland cemetery.

    Pallbearers were Stanley Bien of Lansing, John and Kenneth Kaiser of Detroit and Edward Mark of Cass City, all nephews, and Ben Schwegler and Fred Buehrly, nephews by marriage.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Summer 2007)


  44. 55.  Infant Daughter Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (10.John2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 10 Nov 1872 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 10 Nov 1872 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan.

  45. 56.  Esther A. StrifflerEsther A. Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (10.John2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 4 May 1878 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 2 Feb 1965 in Mount Clemens, Macomb County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    June 24, 1904, page 4

    Mrs. M. Schwegler and Miss Esther Striffler went to Elkton Thursday to attend the Evangelical campmeeting which is being held there this week.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, October 18, 1940
    Page Four

    Mr. and Mrs. W.R. KAISER of Detroit, David STRIFFLER of Columbus, Georgia and Miss Martha STRIFFLER were Sunday guests at the G.A. STRIFFLER home. All the guests returned to Detroit Sunday evening. David STRIFFLER returned to Cass City on Tuesday and is spending the week with his brother, G.A. STRIFFLER, and other relatives. Miss Martha, who has spent a few weeks with her sister, Mrs. KAISER, in Detroit, returned to Cass City with her brother Tuesday.


    Cass City Chronicle
    Thursday, February 11, 1965
    Page Two
    Mrs. Esther Kaiser Dies in Mt. Clemens
    Mrs. Esther Kaiser of St. Clair Shores, widow of the late W.R. Kaiser, died Tuesday, Feb. 2, in a nursing home in Mount Clemens. Funeral services were held Friday p.m. in the Kaul Funeral Home, St. Clair Shores. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. William (Irene) QUIGLEY of St. Clair Shores, with whom she lived for several years, and Mrs. Stanely (Ruth) GLICKMAN of New Rochelle, N.Y.; two sons, Kenneth of Grand Rapids, Mich., and John of Pittsburg, Pa.

    The Kaiser family were former residents of Cass City and the children attended school here. Mr. Kaiser served as custodian of the local schools for many years.

    Mrs. Kaiser was the last member of the family of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Striffler, pioneer settlers of this area.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Spring 2007)

    Esther married William Rudolph Kaiser on 3 Aug 1908. William (son of Heinrich Rudolph Kaiser and Christine Barbara Buerk) was born on 27 Sep 1874 in G?ppingen, Donaukreis, W?rttemberg, Germany; died on 11 Jun 1947 in Allen Park, Ecorse Township, Wayne County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 152. Irene Kaiser  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 6 Feb 1910 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 2 Jan 1979 in Saint Clair Shores, Macomb County, Michigan.
    2. 153. Kenneth William Kaiser  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 25 Nov 1911 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 19 Nov 1976 in Rockford, Kent County, Michigan.
    3. 154. John Kaiser  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 26 Dec 1914 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 16 Nov 1975 in Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.
    4. 155. Ruth Kaiser  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 4 Apr 1923 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 10 Sep 1993 in Tuscon, Pima County, Arizona.

  46. 57.  David A. StrifflerDavid A. Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (10.John2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 3 Aug 1883 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died in Sep 1964 in Columbus, Muscogee County, Georgia.

    Notes:

    In the STRIFFLER-BENKELMAN BROADCAST, Volume 9, September 2, 1946, in a column about vacations and travels, it was noted that Mr. and Mrs. David A. Striffler and daughter, Peggy, of Columbus, Georgia, spent two weeks in Michigan with Mr. and Mrs. W.R. KAISER of Detroit. In Volume 17 of the same periodical, it was reported he had completed his three year term on the Board of Control of the National Selected Morticians. He furnished a room at the National Foundation of Funeral Service at Evanston, Ill. for faculty, to be known as the D.A. Striffler room.

    (Research):Census Listings:

    1930 Census
    Georgia, Muscogee County, Columbus
    Enumerated April 7, 1930
    ED 108-10 SD 10 Sheet 9A Stamped 189
    2214 Hamilton Road
    82-98
    Striffler, David A Hd R 47.50 M W 46 M 37 Mich Mich Mich Funeral Director
    Striffler, Ida M Wf F W 33 M 24 Ga Miss Ga
    Thompson, John G Father M W 72 Wd Miss Ga Ga
    Thompson, Susie W Sister-in-law F W 26 S Ga Miss Ga
    Thomas, Gladys I Sister-in-law F W 32 M 24 Ga Miss Ga Stenographer Hosiery MIll
    McClellan, Mary F Roomer F W 28 S Ga Ga Ga

    David married Mary Ida Thompson on 11 Dec 1919 in Columbus, Muscogee County, Georgia. Mary was born on 13 Jul 1896 in Geneva, Talbot County, Georgia; died on 29 Sep 1975 in Columbus, Muscogee County, Georgia. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 156. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  47. 58.  Philip David Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (11.David2, 1.Ottila1) was born in Jul 1860 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 6 May 1919 in Lockport, Niagara County, New York; was buried in Beeman Cemetery, Clarence, Erie County, New York.

    Notes:

    At the time of the 1880 census, he appears to have moved to Michigan and was living in the home of John Striffler and his wife, Maria Benkelman, in Cass City, Michigan.

    Cass City Chronicle
    October 31, 1930

    Mr. and Mrs. G.A. Striffler and William Paul returned last Thursday from a week's visit with Irvine Striffler at Brocksville, Ontario. The trip was by the way of Toronto, Kingston, and at Brantford the part visited Mr. Paul's sister-in-law, Mrs. Hally Laird. At Brockford, they also visited Mr. and Mrs. Mason Wilson and took trips to Ottwaw, Chesterville and Quebec. On the return journey, they crossed the St. Lawrence river by ferry to Morristown, New York, and in LOCKPORT, N.Y., visited at the homes of George STRIFFLER, Philip STRIFFLER (??) , Van STRIFFLER, and Jacob MUCK. The party also visited Niagra Falls. On their way home, they were held up for 3 1/2 hours just before reaching Watertown, N.Y. because of deep snow.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Summer 2007)

    Lockport Union Sun & Journal, May 6, 1919: Phillip Striffler died at his residence at the Rapids May 6th a.m., aged 57 years. He leaves besides his bereaved wife one son, Van G. of the Rapids, also his mother, Mrs. David Striffler of Penn, and three brothers, John of this city, Ed. of Penn., George of town of Lockport, and one sister, Mrs. B.S. Lazelle of Jamestown, N.Y. Funeral will be held Wednesday, May 7th at 2 o'clock from the house; which will be private. Interment will be in Beamen's cemetery.

    (Courtesy of Judith Muck)


    (Research):
    Census Listings:

    1900 Census
    New York, Niagara County, Royalton Town
    Enumerated 11 June 1900
    SD 18 ED 88 Sheet 7B
    176-179
    Striffler, Philip D Hd W M July 1860 39 M17 2/1 NY NY NY Farmer
    Striffler, Maria M Wf W F Mar 1861 39 M 17 2/1 Mich NY NY
    Striffler, Van G Son W M Oct 1893 7 S NY NY NY At School
    Riddly, Emily Mother-in-law W F May 1835 65 Wd 2/1 NY Mass Vt Capitalist

    1910 Census
    New York, Niagara, Royalton Twp
    Enumerated 21 April 1910
    SD 18 ED 135 Sheet 8A Stamped 49
    57-57
    Striffler, Philip D Hd M W 48 M1 27 NY NY NY Farmer
    Striffler, Maria M Wf F W 47 m1 27 1/1 Mich NY NY
    Striffler, Van G Son M W 17 S NY NY Mich Farm Laborer
    Riddle, Emily C Mother-in-law F W 74 Wd 1/1 NY Mass Vermont


    1920 Census
    Not located

    Family/Spouse: Maria M. Van Valkenburg. Maria was born in Mar 1861 in New York; died on 7 Jul 1940 in Lockport, Niagara County, New York; was buried in Beeman Cemetery, Clarence, Erie County, New York. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 157. Van G. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 16 Oct 1892 in Lockport, Niagara County, New York; died on 3 Feb 1966 in San Diego County, California.

  48. 59.  John B. Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (11.David2, 1.Ottila1) was born in Jul 1864 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 14 Jan 1952 in Buffalo, Erie County, New York; was buried in Huskey Cemetery, Chestnut Ridge Road, Niagara County, New York.

    Notes:

    Striffler-Benkelman Broadcast
    Volume 15, Sept. 1, 1952.

    Deaths

    John B. Striffler, 87, of Buffalo, N.Y., Jan 14.



    (Research):
    Census Inforomation:

    1900 Census
    New York, Niagara County, Town of Lockport vol 189, Page 185
    Enumerated 11 Jun 1900 Peter H Hayes
    SD 18 ED 66 Sheet 9A
    108-108
    Striffler, John B Hd W M July 1887 (sic) 35 M 16 NY NY NY Blacksmith
    Striffler, Ida E Wf W F Jan --- 36 M 16 NY NY NY
    Striffler, Allen G Son W M Aug --- 13 S NY NY NY
    Striffler, Mabel E Dau W F Jan 1888 12 S NY NY NY
    Striffler, Roy C Son W M Aug 1890 9 S NY NY NY
    Striffler, Floyd Son W M Nov 1892 7 S NY NY NY
    Leinback, Elizabeth Mother-in-law Sep 1855 64 NY NY NY

    1910 Census
    New York, Niagara County, Second Election District, City of Lockport
    Enumerated 21 Apr 1910
    SD 18 ED 24 Sheets 7A and 7B Stamped 194
    Sunnyside Street
    27-143-144
    Striffler, John B Hd M W 45 M1 25 NY NY NY Clerk Hardware Store
    Striffler, Ida Wf F W 46 M1 25 4/4 NY Pa NY
    Striffler, Glenn Son M W 23 S NY NY NY Shipping Clerk Machine Shop
    Striffler, Mabel Dtr F W 22 SD NY NY NY Saleslady Dry Good Store
    Striffler, Ray Son M W 20 S NY NY NY Bookkeeper Coal Office
    Striffler, Lloyd Son M W 17 S NY NY NY Clerk Truck Co
    Leinbech, Elizabeth Mother-in-law NY Germany Germany

    1920 Census
    New York, Niagara County, Town of Lockport
    3 January 1920
    SD 20 ED 92 Sheet 3A Stamped 223
    Sunnyside Street
    27-63-65
    Striffler, John B Hd M W 44 M NY NY NY Machinist Machine Shop
    Striffler, Ida E Wf F W 55 M NY Pa NY
    Leinbach, Eliza Mother-in-law F W 84 Wd NY German Germany

    1930 Census
    New York, Niagara County, Lockport, Eighth Ward
    Enumerated 9 Apr 1930
    SD 32-27 SD 6 Sheet 8A Stamped 64
    Bacon St
    182-191
    Striffler, Glenn Hd $3500 M W 43 M 26 NY NY NY Chief Inspector Gear Co
    Striffler, Maud Wf F W 39 M 23 NY NY NY Manager Ladies Wearing
    Striffler, Leslie Son W M 14 S NY NY NY
    Wiser,Roland? Jack Lodger M W 9 S NY NY NY
    Sunnyside Street
    27-136-195
    Striffler, John B Hd O $3300 m W 65 M 20 NY NY NY Tool Clerk Machine Shop
    Striffler, Ida Wf F W 66 M 21 NY Pennsylvania NY





    John married Ida E. Leinbach about 1885. Ida was born in Jan 1868 in Clarence, Erie County, New York; died on 18 Jun 1933 in Lockport, Niagara County, New York; was buried in Huskey Cemetery, Chestnut Ridge Road, Niagara County, New York. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 158. Glenn Allen Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 18 Aug 1886 in New York; died on 3 Jan 1970 in Niagara County, New York; was buried in Cold Spring Cemetery, Lockport, Niagara County, New York.
    2. 159. Mabel E. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 21 Nov 1887 in New York; died on 3 Feb 1976 in Buffalo, Erie County, New York; was buried in Elm Lawn Cemetery, Tonawanda, Erie County, New York.
    3. 160. Roy Clifford Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 8 Aug 1889 in New York; died on 5 Oct 1962 in Lockport, Niagara County, New York; was buried in Cold Spring Cemetery, Lockport, Niagara County, New York.
    4. 161. Floyd Wallace Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 16 Jan 1893 in New York; died in Jun 1983 in Buffalo, Erie County, New York; was buried in Cold Spring Cemetery, Lockport, Niagara County, New York.

  49. 60.  Christina Otilla "Tillie" Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (11.David2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 28 Jul 1867 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 10 Dec 1947 in Jamestown, Chautauqua County, New York; was buried in Lake View Cemetery, Chautauqua County, New York.

    Notes:

    Judith Muck writes that when she "got cemetery information from Lake View Cemetery they said that she had been born in Lancaster, Erie County, New York. They said the obituary stated that she had a brother, John Striffler, in Kenmore, New York. Her daughter Margaret Lazall Anderson also lived in Kenmore New York. And Lewis S. Lazell was living in Climax, Michigan."

    Christina married Biram S. Lazell on 22 Feb 1887. Biram was born in Feb 1867 in Ellery Center, Chautauqua County, New York; died on 16 Jan 1935 in Jamestown, Chautauqua County, New York; was buried in Lake View Cemetery, Chautauqua County, New York. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 162. Paul William Lazell  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 21 Apr 1893 in Chautauqua County, New York; died on 14 Jun 1951 in Jamestown, Chautauqua County, New York; was buried in Lake View Cemetery, Chautauqua County, New York.
    2. 163. Margaret A. Lazell  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 6 Sep 1899 in Chautauqua County, New York; died on 15 Aug 1966 in Granby, Hartford County, Connecticut.
    3. 164. Lewis Striffler Lazell  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 28 Jan 1903 in Chautauqua County, New York; died on 9 Aug 1954 in Battle Creek, Calhoun County, Michigan; was buried in Walnut Ridge Cemetery, Jeffersonville, Clark County, Indiana.

  50. 61.  William J. Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (11.David2, 1.Ottila1) was born about 1868 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died before 1880 in Erie County, New York.

  51. 62.  Edward Franklin Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (11.David2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 6 May 1870 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 5 Mar 1937 in Economy Borough, Beaver County, Pennsylvania.

    Notes:

    Listed as Adam on the 1870 census, but called Edward thereafter?

    Obitiuary
    Beaver Country News
    Saturday, March 6, 1937

    EDWARD F. STRIFFLER - Edward Franklin Striffler, 66, Wallrose, Economy township, died at his home Friday. He was born in Lockport, N.Y., and came to Beaver County when a small boy. Surviving are the widow, Mrs. Mary Kindelberger Striffler; four sons, William, Joseph A., John E. and George A. Striffler; two daughters, Mrs. Allen Watenpool and Mrs. Alva McKinney; seven grandchildren, and two brothers, George B., and John Striffler, Lockport, N.Y.

    (Courtesy of Judith Muck)


    Family/Spouse: Mary Kindleberger. Mary was born on 25 Aug 1885 in Germany; died on 31 Mar 1960 in Rochester, Beaver County, Pennsylvania. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 165. William Frederick Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 27 Jul 1903 in Economy Borough, Beaver County, Pennsylvania; died on 18 Nov 1979 in Melbourn, Brevard County, Florida; was buried in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, Daugherty Township, Rochester, Beaver County, Pennsylvania.
    2. 166. Joseph A. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 16 Nov 1904 in Somerset County, Pennsylvania; died on 1 Dec 1975 in Sewickley, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania; was buried in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, Daugherty Township, Rochester, Beaver County, Pennsylvania.
    3. 167. John E. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 9 Mar 1906 in Beaver County, Pennsylvania; died on 1 Jan 1964 in Jefferson County, Ohio; was buried in Hopewell Cemetery, Jefferson County, Ohio.
    4. 168. George A. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born about 1908 in Pennsylvania; died on 1 Mar 1938 in Sewickley, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.
    5. 169. Margaret T. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 22 Oct 1909 in Ambridge, Beaver County, Pennsylvania; died on 25 Mar 2004 in Zelienople, Butler County, Pennsylvania.
    6. 170. Anna M. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 23 Oct 1912 in Ambridge, Beaver County, Pennsylvania; died on 8 Jul 2008 in Zelienople, Butler County, Pennsylvania; was buried in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, Daugherty Township, Rochester, Beaver County, Pennsylvania.

  52. 63.  George Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (11.David2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 8 Nov 1872 in Lancaster, Erie County, New York; died on 14 Jul 1941 in Niagara County, New York.

    Notes:

    Niagara Falls Gazette
    Tuesday, July 15, 1941

    DIES SUDDENLY Heart Attack Fatal to George H. Striffler, Town of Lockport.

    LOCKPORT - Funeral services for George H. Striffler, 66?, farmer and auctioneer, town of Lockport, who died late yesterday from a heart attack while working in a hay field will be held Thursday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at the home and at 3 p.m. at the Royalton Baptist church. Interment will be in Dysinger's cemetery.

    Mr. Striffler was born in Lancaster but spent most of his life in the town of Royalton where he was once engaged as a blacksmith with his uncle Jacob Muck.

    Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Belle Wolcott Striffler, a brother, John of Buffalo, and a sister, Mrs. Tillie Lazelle of Kenmore.

    (Courtest of Judith Muck)


    (Research):
    Census Listings:

    1910 Census
    New York, Niagara County, Lockport Town
    Enumerated 21 Apr 1910
    SD 18 ED 92 Sheet 4B
    103-105
    Striffler, Geo. H Head M W 33 m1 10 NY NY GerGermany English Farmer
    Striffler, Belle M Wf F W 30 m1 10 1/1 NY Eng/English Can/English English
    Striffler, France S Dtr F W 1 3/12 S NY NY NY
    Westcott, Pierce Employee M W 64 m1 NY Eng/English Can/English English Farm Laborer

    1920 Census
    New York, Niagara County, Lockport Town
    Enumerated 2 and 3 Jan 1920
    SD20 ED 94 Sheet 1A
    1-1
    Striffler, George H Hd M W 47 M NY NY France French Farmer
    Striffer, Belle Wf NY England Canada
    Striffler, Frances S Dtr F W 11 S NY NY Canada

    1930 Census
    New York, Niagara County, Lockport Town
    Enumerated 28 Apr 1930
    ED 32-30 SD 6 Sheet 13A
    263-268
    Striffler, George Head M W 56 M 27 NY NY Germany Farmer
    Striffler, Belle Wf F W 51 M 20 NY England Canada


    George married Belle Westcott on 20 Dec 1899. Belle was born on 8 Apr 1878 in New York; died on 3 Oct 1944 in Niagara County, New York. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 171. Frances Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 23 Oct 1908 in Niagara County, New York; died on 14 Jul 1928 in Lockport, Niagara County, New York.


Generation: 4

  1. 64.  Minnie E. Burg Descendancy chart to this point (12.Elizabeth3, 2.Henry2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 16 May 1875 in Erie County, New York; died on 22 May 1946 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    May 24, 1946
    Page One

    Funeral of Mrs. H.L. Hunt Held Today

    Mrs. Harry L. Hunt passed away early Wednesday morning in her home, following a stroke which she suffered about a week ago. She had been poorly for about eight years.

    Funeral services will be conducted today (Friday) at 2 p.m. in the Evangelical Church by Rev. S.P. Kirn and interment will be made in Elkland cemetery.

    Minnie Burg was born in the state of New York May 16, 1875, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Peter Burg. At the age of six years, she came to this county with her family, where she has since resided. On Feb. 16, 1898, she was united in marriage with Harry L. Hunt, who preceded her in death January 25, 1942. For six years Mr. and Mrs. Hunt conducted a grocery and china store in Cass City and in 1907 they established a greenhouse which is now being conducted by their son, Lewis Hunt.

    Mrs. Hunt is survived by three daughters, Miss Thelma Hunt, a teacher in Ypsilanti high school, Mrs. William Wyman of Trenton, Mich., and Miss Betty Hunt of Detroit, two sons, Lewis of Cass City and Russell of Farmington, and one brother, George Burg, of Cass City.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Fall 2007)

    (Research):Census Information:

    1920 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland Twp, Cass City Village
    Enumerated 30 January 1920
    SD 7 ED 179 Sheet 10B

    Seeger Street
    HH 234-249
    Bessie Holt, Widowed age 37, with the Dunk family

    Leach Street
    HH 235-250
    Hunt, Harry L Hd M W 46 M 1888 Na 1895 Canada English Yor
    k State Fl.
    Hunt, Minnie E Wf F W 44 M New York Germany German York State
    Hunt, Thelma J Dtr F W 19 S Mich Canada English York State
    Hunt, Lewis H Son M W 11 S Mich Canada English York State
    Hunt, Catherine Dtr F W 8 S Mich Canada English York State
    Hunt, Russell Son M W 6 S Mich Canada English York State
    Hunt, Elizabeth B Dtr F W 3 1/12 S Mich Canada English York State

    Minnie married Harry Lewis Hunt on 16 Feb 1898 in Tuscola County, Michigan. Harry was born on 13 Sep 1873 in Ontario, Canada; died on 25 Jan 1942 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 172. Thelma J. Hunt  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 29 Nov 1900 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 12 Nov 1955 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 15 Nov 1955 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    2. 173. Lewis Harry Hunt  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 5 Jun 1908 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 10 Feb 1949 in Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    3. 174. Catherine Hunt  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 23 Apr 1911 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 24 Mar 2006 in Trenton, Wayne County, Michigan.
    4. 175. Russell James Hunt  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 12 Feb 1913 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 23 Dec 1996 in Farmington Hills, Oakland County, Michigan; was buried on 27 Dec 1996 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    5. 176. Elizabeth B. "Betty" Hunt  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 9 Jan 1917 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 23 Feb 1985 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

  2. 65.  Emma S. Burg Descendancy chart to this point (12.Elizabeth3, 2.Henry2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 8 Sep 1883 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 24 Jun 1935 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 26 Jun 1935 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, June 28, 1935
    Page Eight
    Obituary

    Miss Emma Burg

    Funeral services for Miss Emma Burg, who died Monday, June 24, after an illness of seven months, were held in the home of her sister, Mrs. H.L. Hunt, in Cass City, on Wednesday afternoon. Rev. G.A Spitler was the officiating clergyman. Interment was made in Elkland Cemetery.

    Emma S. Burg, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Peter Burg, was born in Cass City on Sept. 8, 1883. She spent most of her life in Cass City, graduating from the local high school in 1901, and attended school in Ypsilanti for about a year. She taught school a number of years around Cass City and also did office work in this place for a few years.

    She leaves to mourn one sister, Mrs. H.L. Hunt, one brother, George E. Burg of Cass City, five nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Winter 2007)


  3. 66.  George Burg Descendancy chart to this point (12.Elizabeth3, 2.Henry2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 28 Feb 1887 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 13 Feb 1961 in Caro, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 21 Apr 1961 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    February 16, 1961
    Page Four

    George Burg dies in Nursing Home

    Funeral services for George Burg, 73, were held Wednesday at 2 p.m. in Little's Funeral Home. The Rev. S. R. Wurtz, pastor of Salem Evangelical U.B. church, of which Mr. Burg was a member for more than 50 years, officiated. Burial was in Elkland cemetery.

    Mr. Burg had been ill for the past eight years and a patient in Heatherstone Nursing Home at Caro for the past two years. He died at the nursing home Monday night.

    Son of the late Peter [Burg] and Elizabeth Striffler, he was born at Cass City Feb. 28, 1887. He was a graduate of Cleary Business college of Ypsilanti and was an accountant.

    Besides his parents, two sisters, Mrs. Harry Hunt (Minnie) and Miss Emma Burg, preceded him in death.

    Surviving are one nephew, Russell Hunt of Farmington, and two nieces, Mrs. William Wyman of Trenton and Miss Betty Hunt of Detroit.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Winter 2007)


  4. 67.  Emma Muck Descendancy chart to this point (13.Susan3, 2.Henry2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 25 Apr 1886 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 23 Feb 1967 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 25 Feb 1967 in Indianfields Township Cemetery (AKA Caro Cemetery), Caro, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, October 29, 1915
    Colwood

    The many friends of Miss Emma Muck here are pleased to learn that she is rapidly recovering from her recent operation for appendicitis and was removed to the home of her sister last Wednesday.

    Cass City Chronicle
    July 9, 1920
    (As reprinted in the "Down Memory Lane" column dated Friday, July 6, 1945)

    Miss Emma Muck returned home last Wednesday after a seven months's visit with relatives at Buffalo, Gasport, Lockport and various other places in New York. She has accepted a position in the P.H. Muck store at Colwood.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Thursday, March 2, 1967
    Page Two
    Cass City Area Social and Personal News Items

    Mrs. Emma S. Graham, 80, of Caro died Tuesday, Feb. 23, in Hills and Dales Hospital. She was born April 25, 1886, in Cass City and has lived all of her life in Tuscola County. She was a member of Caro Methodist Church. Services were held Saturday in the Caro Methodist Church. Burial was in Caro cemetery. She is survived by one son, Ferris of Caro, and two granchildren.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong)

    (Research):Census Information:

    1930 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola, Almer Township
    Enumerated April 26, 1930
    ED 79-4 SD 11 Sheet 12 B

    238-241
    Graham, Roy E. Hd M W 42 M 33 Canada English Canada English Canada English 1911 Na Farmer General Farm
    Graham, Emma Wf F W 42 M 22 Mich New York Michigan
    Graham, Ferris M W 8 S Mich Canada English Michigan

    Emma married Roy E. Graham about 1921 in Michigan. Roy was born about 1889 in Canada; died on 30 Apr 1954 in Caro, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 3 May 1954 in Indianfields Township Cemetery (AKA Caro Cemetery), Caro, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 177. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  5. 68.  Amanda Lillian MuckAmanda Lillian Muck Descendancy chart to this point (13.Susan3, 2.Henry2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 17 May 1888 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 3 Jun 1953 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Lorraine Smith Benkelman transcribed the following letters from Salome to her brother, George Albert

    June 6, 1888

    I am staying at the Muck's for three weeks now. Anna Peterson is dead. She had a tumor and died under an operation. I heard that Adam Benkelman was expected home any day, but will not be sure until I hear that Minnie Burg did not make it up. The population of Cass City has increased since you left. Adam Muck has a girl [Amanda L. Muck], Del Landon a girl, Duncan Graham and Alex McKenzie both boys.


    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, June 5, 1953
    Page One

    Final Rites Held for Cass City Resident

    Mrs. Amanda L. Kercher, 65, wife of Erwin W. Kercher, died Wednesday afternoon in the home of Mrs. Walter Schell where she was staying for the day while Mr. Kercher was out of town. Although Mrs. Kercher has been in failing health for a long time, her death was unexpected.

    Mrs. Kercher's death was caused by a cerebral hemmorhage, according to the doctor's report. She was a lifelong resident of Cass City.

    Daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Adam and Susan Muck, she was born here May 17, 1888. On September 1, 1909, she was married to Erwin Kercher in Cass City.

    Besides her parents, a brother, Philip Muck, and a sister, Mrs. Lena Corkins, preceded her in death.

    Surviving are: her husband, three sons, Charles Kercher, Sr. of Bay City, Major Ferris Kercher of Monterey, Calif., and Capt. Gerald Kercher of San Angelo, Texas; nine grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and two sisters, Mrs. Roy (Emma) Graham of Caro and Mrs. Wm. (Hattie) Joos of Cass City.

    Funeral services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. at Salem Evangelical Church where she was a lifelong member. Rev. S.R. Wurtz officiated and burial was in Elkland Cemetery.

    Relatives and friends attended the funeral from many communities. Included were: Armada, Bay City, Brown City, Owosso, Shabbona, Elkton, Unionville, Bad Axe, Detroit, Saginaw, Caro, Sebewaing, Marlette, Flint, Pontiac and Gagetown.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Summer 2007)

    (Research):Census Information:

    1920 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland Twp, Village of Cass City
    10 January 1920
    ED 179, Sheet 4A
    84-87
    Kercher, Edwin W Hd M W 31 Mich Canada German Canada German Printer Local Paper
    Kercher, Amanda L. Wf F w 31 M Mich NY NY
    Kercher, Charles R Son M W 9 S Mich Mich Mich
    Kercher, Ferris A Son M W 3 8/12 S Mich Mich Mich

    1930 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland twp, Cass City Village
    Enumerated April 11, 1930
    ED 79-4 SD 11 Sheet 4B
    Ervin W. Kercher Hd M W 41 M21 Mich Canada/French Canada Printer Newspaper
    Amanda L. Kercher Wf F W 41 M21 Mich NY NY
    Kercher, Ferris A. Son M W 13 Mich Mich Mich
    Kercher, Gerald F Son M W 5 Mich Mich Mich

    Amanda married Erwin W. Kercher on 1 Sep 1909 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. Erwin (son of John Henry Kercher and Louisa Merklinger) was born on 5 Sep 1888 in Michigan; died on 14 Nov 1955 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 18 Nov 1955 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 178. Charles Russell Kercher, Sr.  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 1 Feb 1910 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 6 Oct 1996 in Bay County, Michigan.
    2. 179. Ferris A. Kercher  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 30 Apr 1916 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 5 Oct 2007 in Ocala, Marion County, Florida.
    3. 180. Gerald Frederick Kercher  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 9 Jan 1924 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 21 Aug 2011 in Quaker Hill, New London County, Connecticut.

  6. 69.  Philip H. Muck Descendancy chart to this point (13.Susan3, 2.Henry2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 3 Jun 1889 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 15 Sep 1925 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    January 8, 1909
    Local Items, Page 4

    Ernest Schwader, Joseph Benkelman, Philip Much and Herbert Wood returned to college at Lansing Monday after spending several days at their parental homes here.

    Cass City Chronicle
    February 21, 1913

    B.F. Benkelman and P.H. Muck have completed arrangements for the purchase of the stock of general merchandise and the leasing of a store building at Colwood from C.D. Andrews.

    (Published on Friday, February 18, 1938, in "Twenty Five years Ago")

    Cass City Chronicle
    November 2, 1917
    Local News

    Mr. and Mrs. P.H. Muck and Miss Emma Muck of Colwood were guests at the B.F. Benkelman home Sunday.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Summer 2007)

    Volume 23 of the Striffler-Benkelman Broadcast, dated September 7, 1963, noted that Philip Muck's grandson, Dennis Enberg and his wife were residing in East Lansing where he was studying to finish a M. A. in Geography from Michigan State University.

    (Research):
    Census Information:

    1920 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Columbia Township
    Enumerated 5 Jan 1920
    SD 7 ED 114 Sheet 1B
    22-23
    Muck, Philip H. Hd M W 30 M Mich NY NY Retail Merchant Groceries
    Muck, Katherine M Wf F W 28 Mich Canada/English Canada/English
    Muck, Madeline M F W 1 ?/12 S Mich Mich Mich

    1930 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Columbia Twp
    Enumerated 26 April 1930
    ED 79-7 SD 11 Sheet 10A Stamped 151
    224-224
    Muck, Catherine M. Head O $3000 F W 38 Wd Mich Canada English Canada English
    Proprietress General STore
    Muck, Madeline M Dtr F W 11 S Mich Mich Mich
    Muck, Phyllis J Dtr F W 4 4/12 S Mich Mich Mich
    Smith, Charles J Father M W 75 M 25 Canada English Canada English Canada English 1868 Na
    Smith, Mary A Mother F W 73 M 23 Canada English Southern Ireland Southern Ireland 1869 Na

    Family/Spouse: Katherine Mary Smith. Katherine was born on 25 Jun 1891 in Elmwood Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 30 Aug 1956 in Armada, Macomb County, Michigan; was buried in Indianfields Township Cemetery (AKA Caro Cemetery), Caro, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 181. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    2. 182. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  7. 70.  Ida S. Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (14.Jacob3, 2.Henry2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 24 Jan 1881 in Michigan; died on 9 Jan 1969 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Thursday, January 16, 1969
    Page Three

    Lifelong resident, Mrs. O. Nique, dies

    Mrs. Ida S. Nique, 87, widow of Otto Nique, died Thursday, Jan. 9, in Hills and Dales General Hospital where she was a patient four days.

    Daughter of the late J.H. and Sophia STRIFFLER, she was born Jan. 24, 1881, in Cass City.

    She was married June 14, 1905 to Mr. Nique. The couple celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in 1955. He died Sept. 29, 1958.

    Mrs. Nique was a member of Salem United Methodist Church and a charter member and past worthy matron of Decker Chapter No. 438, OES.

    She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. George DILLMAN of Cass City; two grandchildren, and two sisters, Mrs. F.A. SMILEY of Pontiac, and Mrs. A.W. WEAVER of Flint.

    Funeral services were held in Little's Funeral Home Sunday. Rev. Ira L. Wood and Rev. S.R. Wurtz officiated. Burial was in Elkland Cemetery.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Winter 2007)

    Ida married Otto W. Nique on 14 Jun 1905 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. Otto was born on 26 Feb 1881 in Mount Clemens, Macomb County, Michigan; died on 29 Sep 1958 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 2 Oct 1958 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 183. Eleanor S. Nique  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 24 Jun 1908 in Shabbona, Sanilac County, Michigan; died on 29 Jul 1990 in Zephyrhills, Pasco County, Florida; was buried in Chapel Hill Gardens, Dade City, Pasco County, Florida.

  8. 71.  Lillian S. Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (14.Jacob3, 2.Henry2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 18 Apr 1883 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 2 Aug 1964 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 5 Aug 1964 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Cass City, Michigan
    Friday, January 23, 1931

    "Twenty-five years ago"

    January 26, 1906

    While assisting in the use of a meat chopper, Miss Lillian Striffler accidentally cut off the end of the middle finger of her left hand.

    "Thirty-five years ago"

    January 24, 1896

    At the Evangelical church, the following Sunday School officers have been elected for the ensuing year: Supt., Mrs. Lena SCHWEGLER; ass't supt., Mrs. Mary BENKELMAN; sec., J. MAIER; treas., Adam BENKELMAN; librarian, Miss Lillie Striffler; ass't librarian, Miss Maud MAIER; organist, Miss Martha STRIFFLER; ass't organist, Oscar LENZNER.

    Note: It appears this articles above related to Lillie. It is possible, however, either or both were about her cousin, also named Lillian Striffler, of nearby Argyle, Sanilac County, Michigan. The cousins were only about three years apart in age.

    Cass City Chronicle
    August 4, 1933

    Mrs. E. Bockstedt and granddaughter, Lois Bockstedt, of Buffalo, New York, are spending some time at the A.A. Ricker home.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Thursday, August 6, 1964
    Page Six

    Hold Services for Mrs. A.A. Ricker

    Final services for Mrs. Lillian S. Ricker, 81, lifelong Cass City resident were held Wednesday afternoon at Little's Funeral Home following her death Sunday, Aug. 2, at Hills and Dales General Hospital where she had been a patient for the past two weeks. She had been in ill health for the past year.

    Born in Cass City April 18, 1883, Mrs. Ricker was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Striffler. She married Arthur A. Ricker in Cass City April 15, 1908, where they made their home. He preceded her in death Nov. 8, 1955.

    Mrs. Ricker was a member of the EUB Church in Cass City.

    Surviving are: three sisters, Mrs. Ida NIQUE of Cass City, Mrs. F.A. (Margaret) SMILEY of Pontiac and Mrs. A.W. (Laura) WEAVER of Flint. A son and a brother preceded her in death.

    The Rev. R.E. Betts officiated over the services and interment was in the family lot in Elkland Cemetery.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Winter 2007)

    Lillian married Arthur A. Ricker on 15 Apr 1908 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. Arthur was born on 18 Aug 1884 in Grant Township, Huron County, Michigan; died on 8 Nov 1955 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 10 Nov 1955 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  9. 72.  Calvin J. Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (14.Jacob3, 2.Henry2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 1 May 1885 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 16 Mar 1961 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    December 23, 1910

    Mr. and Mrs. Calvin J. Striffler, Mrs. J.H. Striffler, Phillip and the Misses Lena and Emma Muck visited at the home of O.W. Nique at Shabbona Sunday.

    Cass City Chronicle
    March 10, 1939
    Local Happenings, Page Four

    Mrs. G. W. Miller and daughter, Jean, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Zemke and little daughter, Ann Maureen of Colwood, Mr. and Mrs. E.W. Kercher and two sons and John H. Kercher were Sunday dinner guest of Mr. and Mrs. C.J. Striffler.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, August 16, 1957

    Re-elect officers at Farm Produce

    Annual meeting of the stockholders of Farm Produce was held. The following officers were re-elected for another year: Joe Crawford, President, Audley Rawon, Vice President, D.W. Benkelman, Treasurer, and C.J. Striffler, Secretary.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Thursday, March 23, 1961

    Calvin J. Striffler Dies Thursday

    Funeral services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. at Little's Funeral Home for Calvin J. Striffler. Rev. S.R. Wurtz officiated and burial was in Elkland cemetery. Mr. Striffler died in Hills and Dales Hospital Thursday evening. He had been in ill health the past three years.

    Mr. Striffler was born in Cass City May 1, 1885, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Striffler. He married Rose Bixby January 3, 1907 (sic) in Syracuse, New York.

    He had held the office of Justice of the Peace of Cass City for a number of years and was the present city assessor.

    He was also a member of the Evangelical United Brethren Church.

    Survivors are his wife; four sisters, Mrs. Ida NIQUE and Mrs. Lillian RICKER, both of Cass City, Mrs. F.A. (Margaret) SMILEY of Drayton Plains, Michigan, and Mrs. A.W. (Laura) WEAVER of Flint.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Spring 2007)

    (Research):
    Census Information:

    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland Twp
    Enumerated 10 and 11 May 1910 by John A. Benkleman
    SD 8 ED 112 Sheet 10A Stamped 130
    196-199
    Striffler, Calvin J Hd M W 25 M1 1 Mich NY NY Farmer
    Striffler, Rose F Wife F W 25 m1 1 0/0 Mich NY NY
    Silvernail, Paul Hired Man M W 16 S Ohio Ohio Ohio Laborer

    1920 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland Twp
    Enumerated 17 and 20 January
    Sheet 4B
    89-92
    Striffler, Calvin J Hd M W 34 M Mich New York State New York State Farmer
    Striffler, Rosa F Wf F W 35 M Mich New York State New York State
    Bixby, Marion E Boarder F W 15 S NY Mich New York

    1930 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland Twp
    Enumerated April 21, 1930
    ED 79-12 SD 11 Sheet 9A Stamped 20
    204-204
    Striffler, Calvin J Hd M W 22 M 23 Mich NY NY Farmer
    Striffler, Rose F Wif F W 45 M 23 Mich NY NY
    Striffler, Sofia Mother F W 69 Wd 19 NY Germany Germany

    Calvin married Rose Fannie Bixby on 4 Jan 1909 in Syracuse, Onondaga County, New York. Rose was born on 4 Nov 1884 in New York; died on 2 Mar 1976 in Caro, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 5 Mar 1976 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  10. 73.  Margaret M. "Maggie" Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (14.Jacob3, 2.Henry2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 21 Oct 1892 in Michigan; died in Dec 1980 in Flushing, Genesee County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    December 11, 1980
    Cass City Social and Personal Items
    Page Two

    Dick Dillman of Saginaw notified relatives Monday that Mrs. Margaret Striffler Smiley, 88, a native of Cass City, died Monday in a Flint nursing home. Funeral services were to be held Wednesday from the Donaldson Funeral Home in Pontiac. She is survived by one sister, Mrs. Laura Weaver of Flint, and several nieces and nephews.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Winter 2007)

    (Research):Census Records:

    1930 Census
    Michigan, Oakland County, Waterford Twp, Drayton Plains Village
    Enumerated 10 April 1930
    ED 63-132 SD 14 Sheet 12B
    #274-341
    Smiley, Fred A Own $6000 HD M W 41 M@31 Ohio PA Ohio Salesman Real Estate
    Smiley, Margaret M Wf F W 37 M@27 Michigan NY NY

    Family/Spouse: Fred A. Smiley. Fred was born about 1889 in Ohio; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  11. 74.  Laura E. Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (14.Jacob3, 2.Henry2, 1.Ottila1) was born in Apr 1896 in Michigan; and died.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    December 24, 1920
    Around Our Town

    Miss Laura Striffler of Yale is spending the holiday season with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Striffler.

    Volume 25 of the STIFFLER-BENKELMAN BROADCAST, published September 6, 1965, reported that "Mr. and Mrs. E.T. Ball (Ruth Benkelman) and Mrs. Wilmot Carpenter (Mae Benkelman) entertained Mr. and Mrs. F.A. Smiley (Margaret Striffler) and Mr. and Mrs. Amos Weaver (Laura Striffler) at their trailers in Pinellas Park, Florida, last winter. This is an annual event for them.

    (Research):Census Listings:

    1930 Census
    Michigan, Genesee County, Flint City, Ward 2
    Enumerated April 10. 1930
    ED 25-26 SD 10 Sheet 15B
    1406-271-378
    Weaver, Amos W. Hd O $5000 M W 33 M 25 Mich Pa Oh Heat Tester Auto Factory
    Weaver, Laura E. Wf F W 33 M 25 Mich NY NY
    Weaver, Douglas A. Son M W 3 8/12 S Mich Mich Mich
    Weaver, David W. Son M W 0 5/ 12 S Mich Mich Mich

    Laura married Amos W. Weaver about 1922 in Michigan. Amos was born about 1896 in Michigan; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 184. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    2. 185. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  12. 75.  Harriet Christine "Hattie" Muck Descendancy chart to this point (15.Magdalena3, 2.Henry2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 16 Jul 1879 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 15 Nov 1954 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, November 19, 1954
    Page 6

    Last Rites for Mrs. William Joos

    Mrs. Wm. Joos, 75, lifelong resident of Elkland Township and of Cass City for the past seven years, died in her home Monday night after an illness of two weeks. Funeral services were held Thursday at 2 p.m. in the Douglas Funeral Home. Rev. S. R. Wurtz, pastor of the Salem Evangelical United Brethren Church, of which Mrs. Joos was a member since childhood, officiated and burial was in Elkland cemetery. The former Harriet MUCK, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Adam and Lena MUCK, was born July 16, 1879, and was united in marriage with Mr. JOOS in the Evangelical parsonage here on March 17, 1907. Surviving are her husband, two daughters, Mrs. Kurt HANES (Lena) of Garden City and Mrs. Walter JEZEWSKI (Helen) of Cass City; a son, Maurice JOOS of Cass City; five grandsons, Richard and Donald JOOS, James and John JEZEWSKI; and Raymond HANES; and a sister, Mrs. Roy GRAHAM of Caro.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Spring 2007)

    Harriet married William Frederick Joos on 17 Mar 1907 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. William (son of Jacob Joos and Rosine "Rosina" Benkelman) was born on 15 Feb 1880 in Saginaw County, Michigan; died on 15 Jan 1970 in Sandusky, Sanilac County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 186. Lena Joos  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 22 Dec 1909 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 26 Jun 2001 in Sandusky, Sanilac County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    2. 187. William Maurice Joos  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 18 Jul 1911 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 23 Nov 2011 in North Kansas City, Clay County, Missouri; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    3. 188. Helen Joos  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 20 Aug 1920 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 16 Jul 2008 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

  13. 76.  Magdalena "Lena" Elizabeth Muck Descendancy chart to this point (15.Magdalena3, 2.Henry2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 9 Jul 1883 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 22 Nov 1931 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, November 27, 1931
    Page One
    Deaths

    Mrs. J.C. Corkins

    News of the death of Mrs. J.C. Corkins came as a great shock to her many friends and relatives. She passed away at the Morris Hospital early Sunday afternoon after a very short illness.

    Lena Elizabeth Muck was born at Cass City, July 9, 1883, and spent her entire life in this community. On March 20, 1912, she was united in marriage to John C. Corkins, who remains to mourn her untimely departure, with five children as follows: Maxine Elizabeth, Jack Calvin, Jean Lewis, Hazel Mae and Shirley Leone. Since her marriage to Mrs. Corkins, a widower with three small children of the ages of five and six years, she performed the duties of mother and helped to guide them along life's pathway until they reached the years of their majority and now she leaves them too to mourn their loss. They are: Helen J. Corkins of Detroit, Ivan W. Corkins of Pontiac and Lucile F. Hewens of Ypsilanti. Mrs. Corkins also leaves three sisters, Mrs. W. F. Joos, and Mrs. E.W. Kercher, both of Cass City, and Mrs. R.E. Graham of Caro; also a host of other relatives and friends.

    Mrs. Corkins was a kind and loving wife and mother and was winning in her ways so that friendship's circle was to her a large one.

    She was an attendant at the Evangelical church and Sunday School whenever health permitted and was also a member of the Ladies' Aid where she was always a willing worker, and will be greatly missed.

    Funeral services were held at the home Wednesday afternoon conducted by Rev. C. F. Smith. The bereaved family has the sympathy of the entire community in their great sorrow.

    The following from a distant points were in attendance at the funeral: Mrs. Louise and Albert Gassner of Buffalo, N.Y., Mr. and Mrs. George Striffler, J.L. Muck, Mrs. Lorene Muck and daughter, Gloria, all of Lockport, New York, Mr. and Mrs. C.J. Hewens and two little sons of Ypsilanti, Miss Helen Corkins of Detroit and Mrs. and Mrs. Ivan Corkins and little son of Pontiac and other relatives and friends from Detroit and Ypsilanti.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Winter 2007)

    Vol. 23 of the STRIFFLER-BENKELMAN BROADCAST, dated September 7, 1963, noted that Lena Muck Corkins was the great-grandmother of the newly born Gregory Scott Priestley, born on February 28, 1963 to Mrs. and Mrs. Lowell Priestley.

    Magdalena married John Calvin Corkins on 20 Mar 1912 in Tuscola County, Michigan. John was born on 4 May 1873 in Ypsilanti, Washtenaw County, Michigan; died on 7 Nov 1952 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 10 Nov 1952 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 189. Maxine Elizabeth Corkins  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 6 Sep 1914 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 29 Dec 2020 in Rose City, Ogemaw, Michigan; was buried in Riverside Cemetery, Vassar, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    2. 190. Lee Calvin "Jack" Corkins  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 12 Aug 1916 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 1 Jun 1965 in Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    3. 191. Gene Lewis Corkins  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 17 Sep 1920 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 15 Jun 1965 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 17 Jun 1965 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    4. 192. Hazel Mae Corkins  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 17 Apr 1922 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 4 Feb 2001 in Bradenton, Manatee County, Florida.
    5. 193. Shirley Lenore Corkins  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 22 Dec 1923 in Bad Axe, Huron County, Michigan; died on 5 Jul 2017 in New Haven, Macomb, Michigan.

  14. 77.  Ellie Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (16.Charles3, 2.Henry2, 1.Ottila1) was born after 1886 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died before 1910 in Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Died in early childhood.


  15. 78.  Lucy Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (16.Charles3, 2.Henry2, 1.Ottila1) was born after 1887 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died before 1910 in Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Died in early childhood.


  16. 79.  Stanley A. Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (16.Charles3, 2.Henry2, 1.Ottila1) was born about 1892 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 14 Jan 1981 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    January 22, 1981
    Page 8

    Funeral Held for Stanley Striffler, 88

    Funeral services for Stanley Striffler, 88, a native of Cass City and former businessman here, were held Saturday at the Verheyden Funeral Home in Grosse Pointe. Burial was in Elkland Cemetery.

    He died Jan. 14 in Art Center Hospital in Detroit.

    Striffler attended Cleary Business College in Ypsilanti and after going to Detroit, worked as an accountant until his retirement.

    Survivors include a sister-in-law, Mrs. Kenneth (Florence) Striffler of Caseville and two cousins, Mrs. Robert Dillman of Cass City and John Miller of Mount Clemens.

    His wife, Marjorie, died Nov. 3. A daughter, Geraldine, also preceded him in death.

    Mr. and Mrs. Dillman of Cass City, Mrs. Striffler from Caseville, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Stiffler of Detroit and Mrs. Robert Rands of Port Huron and a nephew, C.K. Striffler of Rockville, Md., attended the funeral.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, February 2008)

    (Research):Census Information:

    1930 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland twp, Cass City Village
    Enumerated April 11, 1930
    ED 79-4 SD 11 Sheet 4B
    104-110
    Striffler, Stanley Hd O $1900 M W 38 M25 Mich Ny Canada Merchant Grocery
    Striffler, Mildred V Wf 29 M 17 Mich NY Germany Saleslady Grocery
    Striffler, Geraldine M Dtr 8 Mich Mich Mich
    O'Dell, Hilda Maid Mich Mich Mich Servant

    Stanley married Mildred V. Schneider on 19 Jun 1923. Mildred was born about 1901 in Michigan; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 194. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

    Stanley married Marjorie Fisk about 1947 in Missouri. Marjorie was born about 1905; died on 3 Nov 1980 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan; was buried on 6 Nov 1980 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  17. 80.  Charles Kenneth Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (16.Charles3, 2.Henry2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 25 Jan 1907 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died in Nov 1978 in Pigeon, Huron County, Michigan.

    Family/Spouse: Unknown. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 195. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  18. 81.  Jessie Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (23.Peter3, 3.Peter2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 26 Aug 1888 in Kansas; died on 15 Jul 1968 in Yakima County, Washington.

    Notes:

    She was listed as Jessie EISENBEIS on the SSDI.


  19. 82.  Eva Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (23.Peter3, 3.Peter2, 1.Ottila1) was born in Oct 1890 in Kansas; and died.

  20. 83.  James Francis Strifler Descendancy chart to this point (23.Peter3, 3.Peter2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 4 Mar 1892 in Blaine, Pottawatomie County, Kansas; died on 26 Jan 1946 in Washington; was buried in Reservation Community Memorial Park, Wapato, Yakima County, Washington.

    Notes:

    A photo of his military marker is posted at FindAGrave.

    It is inscribed with a Cross, and

    James F. Striffler
    PFC US Army
    World War I
    Mar 4 1892
    26 Jan 1946

    Name James Francis Strifler
    Event Type Draft Registration
    Event Date 1917-1918
    Event Place Pottawatomie County, Kansas, United States
    Gender Male
    Birth Date 04 Mar 1893
    Birthplace Blaine, Kansas, United States
    Nationality United States
    Affiliate Publication Title World War I Selective Service System Draft Registration Cards
    Affiliate Publication Number M1509
    GS Film number 1643804
    Digital Folder Number 005250474
    Image Number 03775

    Citing this Record:
    "United States World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918," index and images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/K66N-YQD : accessed 20 Oct 2013), James Francis Strifler, 1917-1918; citing Pottawatomie County, Kansas, United States, NARA microfilm publication M1509, (Washington D.C.: National Archives and Records Administration, n.d); FHL microfilm 1643804.

    Courtesy of Don Staton, who notes that James was working for the Union Pacific Railroad at the time he registered for the draft


  21. 84.  John Henry Strifler Descendancy chart to this point (23.Peter3, 3.Peter2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 9 Feb 1895 in Blaine, Pottawatomie County, Kansas; died in Sep 1969 in Manhattan, Riley County, Kansas.

    Notes:

    Said to have married Sarah BURTON.


  22. 85.  Lenora "Nora" Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (23.Peter3, 3.Peter2, 1.Ottila1) was born in Apr 1897 in Kansas; and died.

  23. 86.  Chester Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (23.Peter3, 3.Peter2, 1.Ottila1) was born in Jan 1899 in Kansas; and died.

  24. 87.  Maud Inez Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (24.John3, 3.Peter2, 1.Ottila1) was born in Sep 1896 in Kansas; and died.

  25. 88.  Franklin Arthur Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (31.Solomon3, 5.Jacob2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 13 Aug 1886 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 8 Sep 1959 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan; was buried on 11 Sep 1959.

    Notes:

    A list of pupils at the Wright Rural School #4 in 1897 include Alice Striffler, Arlis Vaughan, Chancy Boulton, Emma Cole, Esther Blades, Effie Wallace, Eddie Mark, Frank Cranick, Flossie Wright, Georgie Dennis, Johnie Hulburt, Lizzie Yoos, Lena Mark, Luke Wright, Mary Mark, Minta Wallace, Alice Charlton, Ada Cole, Chester Dennis, Ethel Cole, Etta Wickware, Ethel Charlton, Frank Striffler, Fred Yoos, George Cole, John Wallace, Lizzie Blades, Lillie Wallace, Lenne Striffler, Martha Wright, May Dennis, Ray Hulbert, Stanley Hulbert. Grace Karr, teacher and S. Striffler, Director.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Thursday, September 17, 1959
    Page Six


    Striffler Services Held in EUB Church

    Funeral services for Frank A. Striffler, who died Sept. 8 in Detroit after a long illness, were held Friday, Sept. 11, at 1 p.m. in the Evangelical United Brethren Church in Cass City with the Rev. S. R. Wurtz officiating.

    Mr. Striffler was born in Elkland Township, Aug. 13, 1886, son of the late Solomon and Katherine Stiffler, and spent his youth in the township. He married Pearl Gooden in 1908 and they lived in Detroit from 1916 to 1951, when her retired and moved to Lexington. His wife died in 1958.

    He was a member of Friendship Lodge No. 417, F and AM, the Scottish Rite and Moslem Temple and was a charter member of the Detroit East Side Lions Club.

    Surviving are a daughter, Luella Arehart; a granddaughter, Burke Stiffler Arehart; two brothers, Leonard of Cass City and Louis of Detroit, and three sisters, Alma McKenzie of Cass City, Alice Boulward of Eustis, Fla. And Gertrude Falkenhagen of Stover.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Winter 2007)

    Franklin married Pearl Gooden on 24 Aug 1908 in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. Pearl was born on 6 Jan 1888 in Evergreen Township, Sanilac County, Michigan; died on 24 Jun 1958 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 196. Infant Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 11 Dec 1909 in Croswell, Sanilac County, Michigan; died on 11 Dec 1909 in Croswell, Sanilac County, Michigan.
    2. 197. Luella Irene Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 17 Jan 1914 in Deford, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 1 Mar 1973 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan.

  26. 89.  Alice L. Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (31.Solomon3, 5.Jacob2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 30 Mar 1889 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 3 Jan 1966 in Eustis, Lake County, Florida; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Art Peck writes that Alice married again after Ira's death, her second marriage was for 15 years. Volume 23 of the STRIFFLER-BENKELMAN BROADCAST reported that Dave Boulware, husband of Alice Striffler Reagh, had died on January 19, 1963.

    Alice married for a third time shortly before her death. According to the STRIFFLER-BENKELMAN BROADCAST, Vol. 25, published 6 September 1965, she was married in January 1965 to John GREER (sic) and they were going to live in Eustis, Florida.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Thursday, January 6, 1966
    Page Four

    Mrs. John Greene Dies Unexpectedly

    Word was received late Monday of the unexpected death Monday of Mrs. John Greene (Alice Striffler), 76, at her home in Eustis, Fla. The remains will be brought to Little's Funeral Home after funeral services Jan. 5 in Eustis. Services will be held at Little's and burial will be in Elkland cemetery.

    Daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Solomon Striffler, she was born at Cass City March 30, 1889. She left Cass City 15 years ago to live in Florida.

    Mrs. Greene is survived by her husband; two daughters, Mrs. Lewis CURTIS and Mrs. William McINTYRE of Muskegon; two sons, Stanley REAGH of Muskegon and J. Arnold REAGH of Saginaw; seven grandchildren, and several great-grandchildren.

    Also surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Alma McKENZIE of Cass City and Mrs. Harry FALKENHAGEN, currently at Bradenton, Fla., and two brothers, Louis Striffler of Detroit and Leonard Striffler of Cass City.

    Mrs. Greene was a Gold Star member of the American Legion Auxiliary of Cass City and a member of Echo chapter OES.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Winter 2007)

    (Research):Census Information

    1920 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland Twp, Cass City Village
    Enumerated 30 and 31 January 1920
    SD 7 ED 179 Sheet 11B
    264-279

    Reagh, Ira Roy Hd M W 34 M Mich Canada/English Canada/English Drugman? City Drug?
    Reagh, Alice L Wf F W 30 M Mich York State Germany/German
    Reagh, Margaret Dtr F W 12 S Mich Mich Mich
    Reagh, Stanley Son M W 7 Mich Mich Mich
    Reagh, Marion Dtr F W 5 S Mich Mich Mich
    Reagh, John Son M W 1 5/12 Mich Mich Mich
    Reagh, Grant Son M W 4/12 S Mich Mich Mich

    A list of pupils at the Wright Rural School #4 in 1897 include Alice Striffler, Arlis Vaughan, Chancy Boulton, Emma Cole, Esther Blades, Effie Wallace, Eddie Mark, Frank Cranick, Flossie Wright, Georgie Dennis, Johnie Hulburt, Lizzie Yoos, Lena Mark, Luke Wright, Mary Mark, Minta Wallace, Alice Charlton, Ada Cole, Chester Dennis, Ethel Cole, Etta Wickware, Ethel Charlton, Frank Striffler, Fred Yoos, George Cole, John Wallace, Lizzie Blades, Lillie Wallace, Lenne Striffler, Martha Wright, May Dennis, Ray Hulbert, Stanley Hulbert. Grace Karr, teacher and S. Striffler, Director.

    Alice married Ira Roy Reagh in 1906 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. Ira was born on 22 Aug 1855 in Sanilac County, Michigan; died on 26 Mar 1947 in Branch, Lake County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 198. Margaret Reagh  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 12 Oct 1907 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 24 Jun 1983 in Muskegon, Muskegon County, Michigan.
    2. 199. Stanley Reagh  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 19 Nov 1912 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 11 May 1988 in Muskegon, Muskegon County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    3. 200. Marian Reagh  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 14 Nov 1914 in Curran, Alcona County, Michigan; died on 31 May 2013 in Muskegon, Muskegon County, Michigan.
    4. 201. John Arnold Reagh  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 22 Jul 1918 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 9 Aug 2001 in Santa Rosa, Riverside County, California.
    5. 202. Grant Lee Reagh  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 29 Sep 1919 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 25 Feb 1943 in South Pacific.

  27. 90.  Leonard "Len" Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (31.Solomon3, 5.Jacob2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 5 May 1891 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 9 Jan 1983 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Thursday, January 12, 1983
    Page 2
    Shabbona News

    Leonard Striffler dies at 91

    Leonard Striffler, 91, the last member of the pioneer Striffler family of Cass City, died Monday at Provincial House.

    He was born May 5, 1891, on the homestead farm, in Elkland Township, the son of Solomon and Katherine (Buerk) Stiffler.

    Striffler had been a life member of Tyler Lodge No. 317, F and AM, Cass City, the Cass City chapter of the International Order of Odd-fellows, and years ago had been the manager of Madison Pickle Co. of Cass City for more than 25 years.

    He is survived by one brother, Louis Striffler, Detroit, and five nieces and nephews. One brother and four sisters preceded him in death.

    A Masonic memorial service was conducted Tuesday evening at Little's Funeral Home, Cass City.

    Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at Little's, with Rev. Eldred Kelley of the Salem United Methodist Church, Cass City, officiating.

    Burial was in Elkland Township Cemetery.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Winter 2007)


    Len Striffler, along with his sister Gertrude, dug deep in their memories for the stories of the Striffler family for BonnieMargaret Jacobs when she was preparing her 1981 manuscipt about the history of the Benkelman family.


  28. 91.  Alma Louise Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (31.Solomon3, 5.Jacob2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 11 Mar 1893 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 24 Jan 1966 in Elkton, Huron County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Thursday, January 27, 1966

    Services held for Lifelong Resident

    Funeral services for Mrs. Alma McKenzie, 72, lifelong resident, were held Wednesday afternoon at Little's Funeral Home following her death Monday, Jan. 24, at the Sunny Acres Nursing Center in Elkton where she had been a patient for one month. She had been in ill health for the past six months.

    Born March 11, 1893, in Cass City, she was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Solomon Striffler. She married Clayton Schenck in Cass City in 1913 and they made their home here until he died in 1919. In 1939 she married William McKenzie. He died in 1962.

    Mrs. McKenzie was a Cass City postal clerk for 16 years and was a lifetime member of the Evangelical United Brethren Church.

    Surviving are: a daughter, Mrs. Jack (Ruth( Esau of Cass City; a son, Donald Schenck of Napoleon; a sister, Mrs. Harry Falkenhagen, Bradenton, Fla., and two brothers, Leonard Striffler of Cass City and Louis Striffler of Detroit.

    Also surviving are: a stepdaugher, Mrs. Albert (Marie) Jones of Decker; nine grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. A brother and sister preceded her in death.

    Rev. Stanley P. Kirn, retired EUB minister, officiated and interment was in the family lot in Elkland Cemetery.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Winter 2007)

    Alma married Clayton Arthur Schenck on 29 Apr 1913 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. Clayton was born on 30 May 1891 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 17 Sep 1919 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 203. Donald Paul Schenck  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 7 Jul 1914 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 26 Sep 1981 in Jackson, Jackson County, Michigan.
    2. 204. Ruth Eleanor Schenck  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 16 Jun 1917 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 6 Feb 2008 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Alma married William George McKenzie about 1939. William was born on 16 Sep 1881 in Gagetown, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 21 Jun 1962 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 23 Jun 1962 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  29. 92.  Anna Luella Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (31.Solomon3, 5.Jacob2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 15 Oct 1899 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 1 May 1906 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, May 4, 1906
    Page One

    A Most Distressing Accident

    Luella Striffler Instantly Killed Last Thursday

    A most distressing accident occurred northeast of Cass City last Thursday afternoon which resulted in the instant death of six-year-old Luella Striffler, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Solomon Striffler.

    The younger children who attended the Wright school northeast of town, had, as usual, been dismissed at recess time and Luella and her little cousin, Katie Striffler, had started for home. Mr. Andrews, a neighbor, was coming to town with a load of baled hay and the little girls took hold of the back of the wagon box and trudged along behind. Soon after Luella went around to the side of the wagom and placed her school book which she had been carrying, upon the rig between the bales of hay. It slipped to the ground and she leaned forward to pick it up and must have fallen, for the hind wheel of the heavily laden wagon passed over her little head completely crushing the upper portion. One of her limbs was also broken and her foot crushed. Death was instantaneous.

    The man on the wagon had seen the little folks on the way home from school, but drove on unconscious of the awful accident which had happened, not hearing their voices on account of the rattle of the wagon passing over the hard ground. His first intimation that anything had gone wrong was when his attention was attracted by the cries of Katie who ran screaming to tell her mother what had happened.

    The accident took place almost directly in front of the homes of Samuel and Solomon Striffler, and the parents of the little girl were among the first to know the horrifying facts. Tenderly the tiny form was carried into the home which she had left so shortly before, but the little spirit had taken its flight.

    Anna Luella was the fifth child of Mr. and Mrs. Solomon Striffler, who reside one mile east and one and one-fourth miles north of town. She was six years old last October and an exceptionally sweet and intelligent little girl. She was born on the farm where her parent still reside and for almost a year she has attended the Wright school.

    The funeral services took place on Sunday morning in the Evangelical church, Rev. W. Bergey officiating. He preached from the text recorded in Psalms 16:6---"The lines are fallen unto me in pleasant places; yea, I have a godly heritage," and spoke many words of comfort to the grief striken family. He was assisted by Rev. J.W. Fenn.

    The pall bearers were four of the playmates of the little dead girl: Seva Withey, Ella Wallace, Hallie Spurgeon and Carrie Hurley.

    The floral tributes were profuse and very beautiful, the casket being completely hidden from view by flowers. The remains were interred in Elkland cemetery.

    Besides her parents, she leave three sisters, Alice, Alma and Edna; and three brothers, Frank, of Detroit, and Leonard and Louis.

    The sympathy of the entire neighborhood and village goes out to the stricken family in their deep sorrow over the sudden loss of their loved one.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Winter 2007)


  30. 93.  Louis John Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (31.Solomon3, 5.Jacob2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 13 Jan 1903 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 8 Apr 1986 in Grosse Pointe, Wayne County, Michigan; was buried on 10 Apr 1986 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Volume 28 of the STRIFFLER-BENKELMAN BROADCAST, dated September 2, 1968, reported that he retired from Manufacturers National Bank in Detroit.

    Cass City Chronicle
    April 30, 1986
    Obituaries, Page 14

    Louis J. Striffler

    Services for Louis John Striffler, 83, were held in the Verheyden Funeral Home in Grosse Pointe April 9. Mr. Striffler died at Cottage Hospital April 8.

    He was born Jan. 13, 1903, the son of Solomon and Katherine Striffler at the home on Schwegler Rd. northeast of Cass City.

    Two brothers and three sisters preceded him in death.

    Burial was in Elkland Cemetery Thursday, April 10. Services were conducted by the Rev. Clare Patton, of Salem United Methodist Church.

    He is survived by his wife, Icele, and several nieces and nephews.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Winter 2007)

    Not listed in BonnieMargaret Jacobs 1981 manuscript.

    Louis married Icele Paschall on 18 Feb 1939 in Indiana. Icele was born on 8 Jun 1912 in Crossland, Calloway County, Kentucky; died on 18 Sep 1989 in Utica, Macomb County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  31. 94.  Gertrude Edna Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (31.Solomon3, 5.Jacob2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 19 Sep 1905 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 21 Mar 1981 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 23 Mar 1981 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Oct. 19, 1923
    Page Four
    Local Items
    Miss Gertrude Striffler, who teaches school at Snover, spent the weekend at her home here.

    Gertrude Striffler was a teacher at the Cedar Run School from 1926-1928. She is pictured with the Class of 1927 in "The Way it Was" a publication of "The Cass City Area Historical Society" Volume 7, January 2002, Number 1. Cedar Run School was located on the north side of Elmwood Road, just west of Cedar Run Road. It was called Elmwood #1 Fractional because although it was located in Elmwood Township, it was just across the road from Ellington Township, so students came from both townships.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Vol. 33, Number 50
    Friday, March 10, 1939

    Miss Gertrude Striffler, who broke her right arm, when she fell on the ice in Detroit last week, is spending some time with her sister, Mrs. Alma Schenck.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, November 12, 1954
    Page Six
    Cass City Area News Items

    Mr. and Mrs. Harry Falkenhagen were in Marlette Saturday evening for installation of Eastern Star officers when Mrs. Falkenhagen was installing officers.

    Mr. and Mrs. Harry Falkenhagen and Leonard Striffler were callers in Saginaw Sunday, called there by the death of Mr. Falkenhagen's sister-in-law, Mrs. Grace Falkenhagen.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Thursday, March 26, 1981

    Falkenhagen funeral held Monday

    Gertrude Edna Falkenhagen, 75, of Cass City died Saturday at Provincial House.

    She was born Sept. 19, 1905, in Cass City, the daughter of Solomon and Katherine (Buerk) Striffler.

    After graduation from Cass City High School and County Normal School in Caro, Miss Striffler taught school for a short time and held numerous business positions in Detroit and later Cass City.

    She married Harry Falkenhagen Sept. 14, in Cass City. Following their marriage they made their home on a farm in Snover. They moved to Cass City in 1964. Her husband died Jan. 2, 1972.

    She was a lifelong member of the Salem United Methodist church of Cass City. She was also a member of the United Methodist Women, Rebekah Lodge of Snover; Decker Chapter No. 438, Order of the Eastern Star, and a life member and past matron of Echo Chapter No. 337, OES, Cass City.

    Mrs. Falkenhagen is survived by two brothers, Leonard Striffler of Cass City and Louis Striffler of Detroit; one stepdaughter, Mrs. Philip (Evelyn) Smith of Snover; two grandchildren; three great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. One brother and two sisters preceded her in death.

    An Eastern Star memorial service was held Sunday evening at Little's Funeral Home, Cass City, under the auspices of Echo Chapter.

    Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at Salem United Methodist church, Rev. Eldred Kelley officiating.

    Burial was in Elkland cemetery.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Winter 2007)

    She worked for the United States Post Office in New York, Michigan, and other places in Michigan. (Down Memory Lane, Cass City Chronicle, June 2, 1966, page 13)

    Gertrude married Harry Falkenhagen on 14 Sep 1948 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. Harry was born on 23 Apr 1888 in Blumfield Township, Saginaw County, Michigan; died on 2 Jan 1972 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 6 Jan 1972 in Mooretown Cemetery, Snover, Sanilac County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  32. 95.  Katherine Luise Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (34.Samuel3, 5.Jacob2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 10 Dec 1899 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 18 Mar 1989 in San Diego, San Diego County, California.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    December 24, 1920

    Miss Katherine Striffler of Battle Creek came today to spend the vacation with Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Striffler.

    Volume 25 of the STRIFFLER-BENKELMAN BROADCAST, dated September 6, 1965, reported that Katherine and Earl spent two months traveling abroad, throughout Europe and the Middle East. While in Germany, they stopped in G?ppingen, the town in which her mother, Marie Kaiser Striffler, was born.

    Katherine Stiffler Buchanan was one of the cousins of BonnieMargaret Jacobs who recounted many of the stories told to her by her grandmother, Louisa Benkelman Striffler.

    Katherine married Earl McKinley Buchanan on 17 Aug 1921. Earl was born on 19 Feb 1898 in Huron County, Michigan; died on 21 Apr 1990 in San Diego, San Diego County, California. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 205. Charles Frederick Buchanan  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 27 Aug 1922 in Battle Creek, Calhoun County, Michigan; died on 12 Mar 2007 in California.
    2. 206. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    3. 207. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  33. 96.  Anna Eliza Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (34.Samuel3, 5.Jacob2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 13 Oct 1901 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 3 Feb 1949 in San Diego, San Diego County, California.

    Notes:

    California Death Index:

    STRIFFLER ANNA ELIZA 10/13/1901 KAISER STRIFFLER F MICHIGAN SAN DIEGO(37) 02/05/1949

    Not shown in BonnieMargaret Jacobs 1981 manuscript.


  34. 97.  Vernon Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (34.Samuel3, 5.Jacob2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 19 Oct 1903 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 25 Nov 1966 in Battle Creek, Calhoun County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    The STRIFFLER-BENKELMAN BROADCAST Volume 10, dated September 1, 1947, reported that Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Striffler and Eddie drove to Nova Scotia to visit relatives.

    The STRIFFLER-BENKELMAN BROADCAST, Volume 11, published September 6, 1948, reported that Vernon, who had been working for Squibbs Co. of Battle Creek, had been transferred to California and was moving with this family to Long Beach.

    Volume 26 of the sam periodical reported he had returned to Battle Creek where he was employed with the Muir Drug Company.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Thursday, December 15, 1966
    Cass City Social and Personal Items, Page Two

    Vernon Stiffler, 63, of Battle Creek died Nov. 25 in University Hospital. Mr. Striffler was a former Cass City resident and graduated from Cass City High School. Funeral services were held in Battle Creek Nov. 29. Burial was also in Battle Creek. Survivors include his widow Arlene, one son, Edward of Battle Creek and one sister, Mrs. Katherine Buchanan of San Diego, Calif.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, January 2008)

    Vernon married Arlene Whitney on 4 Feb 1926. Arlene was born on 14 Oct 1902 in Battle Creek, Calhoun County, Michigan; died on 31 Jan 1997 in Battle Creek, Calhoun County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 208. Edward Whitney Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 25 May 1930 in Battle Creek, Calhoun County, Michigan; died on 29 Apr 2003 in Battle Creek, Calhoun County, Michigan.

  35. 98.  Louise M. Zinnecker Descendancy chart to this point (35.Lydia3, 5.Jacob2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 2 Jun 1895 in Owendale, Huron County, Michigan; died on 24 Nov 1958 in Gary, Lake County, Indiana.

    Louise married George Stinar on 29 Mar 1927 in Hobart, Lake County, Indiana. George was born on 23 Jul 1897 in Streator, Lasalle County, Indiana; died on 12 Jul 1973 in Hobart, Lake County, Indiana. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 209. George J. Stinar, Jr.  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 3 Dec 1927 in Hobart, Lake County, Indiana; and died.
    2. 210. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    3. 211. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    4. 212. Lydiaann Stinar  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 7 Dec 1933 in Gary, Lake County, Indiana; died on 27 Jan 2013 in Gary, Lake County, Indiana.
    5. 213. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  36. 99.  Leonard Fred Zinnecker Descendancy chart to this point (35.Lydia3, 5.Jacob2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 1 May 1897 in Grant, Newaygo County, Montana; died on 12 Mar 1995 in East Helena, Lewis And Clark County, Montana.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Local Happenings
    July 4, 1919
    Page 4

    John Zinnecker received a telegram this week from his grandson, Leonard Zinnecker, whose home is in Montana, that he arrived safely from overseas in New York on June 21. Mr. Zinnecker has been in France in Base Hospital.

    Art Peck writes that in 1918, Leonard moved in Ingoma, Montana. He entered into the US Army at Camp Lewis on 20 Sept 1918, and served in France during World War I. After the war, he farmed at the head of Dry Creek 35 miles southwest of Jordan, Montana. He operated the Montana elevator in Moore for 18 years. He was adjuctant of the American Legion Post for 18 years, being a lifetime member.

    According the the 1941 issue of the Striffler-Benkelman Broadcast (Vol. 5, September 1, 1941), Leonard Zinnecker, manager of the elevator at Moore, Montana, reported abundant crops in his community...the largest number of loads during the year brought in in one day was 128.

    The Striffler-Benkelman Broadcast, Volume 11, published September 6, 1948, reported that he had left the Montana Elevator company in Moore after 22 years and was working for an insurance company.

    Volume 19 of the same periodical, September 3, 1956, reported that Mark Leonard, a son, was born to Mr. and Mrs. L.F. Zinnecker of Billings, Montana. This may be incorrect as Velma Leonard was 50 years old at the time. Additionally, no son by that name is included in Art Peck's list of children of Leonard and Velma.

    Volume 23 of the Striffler-Benkelman Broadcast, dated September 7, 1963, noted that Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Zinnecker spent 4 months traveling and visiting relatives in Kansas, Missouri, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Arizona and California. They traveled 11,000 miles.

    Volume 28 of the STRIFFLER-BENKELMAN BROADCAST, dated September 2, 1968, reported that they had sold their home in Moore, Montana and retired to Mesa, Arizona.

    Leonard married Velma Naomi Norbury on 16 May 1925 in Jordan, Garfield County, Montana. Velma was born on 24 Sep 1906 in Hume, Bates County, Montana; died on 8 Jun 1978 in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 214. Junior Francis "Zip" Zinnecker  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 4 Jan 1926 in Melstone, Musselshell County, Montana; died on 5 May 1988 in Montana.
    2. 215. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    3. 216. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    4. 217. Infant Son Zinnecker  Descendancy chart to this point was born about 1932 in Lewistown, Fergus County, Montana; died about 1932 in Lewistown, Fergus County, Montana.
    5. 218. Duane N. Zinnecker  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 30 Nov 1933 in Lewistown, Fergus County, Montana; died on 19 Sep 1999 in Billings, Yellowstone County, Montana.
    6. 219. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    7. 220. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

    Leonard married Evelyn Hopper on 7 Aug 1980 in Helena, Lewis And Clark County, Montana. Evelyn was born on 17 Aug 1912 in Hilger, Fergus County, Montana; died on 16 Mar 1998 in Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  37. 100.  Frank Zinnecker Descendancy chart to this point (35.Lydia3, 5.Jacob2, 1.Ottila1) was born after 1897 in Michigan; died before 1910 in Michigan.

    Notes:

    Not listed on the 1910 Huron County, MI census with the rest of his family, it appears he died young.


  38. 101.  Helena Zinnecker Descendancy chart to this point (35.Lydia3, 5.Jacob2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 6 May 1901 in Owendale, Huron County, Michigan.

    Helena married Hal B. Lucas on 7 Dec 1921 in Miles City, Cluster County, Montana. Hal was born in 1889 in Greencastle, Sullivan County, Montana; died on 3 Sep 1965. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 221. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  39. 102.  Kathryn Zinnecker Descendancy chart to this point (35.Lydia3, 5.Jacob2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 13 May 1905 in Brookfield Township, Eaton County, Michigan; died on 28 Mar 1999 in Billings, Yellowstone County, Montana.

    Notes:

    Volume 12 of the STRIFFLER-BENKELMAN BROADCAST, dated September 5, 1949, reported that "Nellie's Post" a thoroughbred colt they owned and raised, won the second annual Montana Breeder's Futurity, and by doing so he is called the Champion running horse in Montana for 1949. The purse was about $1700.

    Kathryn E. Miller

    Kathryn E. Miller, age 93, of Billings died Sunday, March 28, 1999. She was born May 13, 1905, at Brookfield, Mich., the daughter of George and Lydia (Striffler) Zinnecker. At an early age she moved with her family to Eastern Montana. On May 19, 1923, she married Harry L. Miller in Jordan, Mont. They later moved to Billings.

    Survivors include three son, Bob D. and wife Florence of Billings; Joe of Shepherd and Don of Billings; two daughters, Dorothy J. and husband Cork Mortensen of Helena, and Evelyn J. Miller of Stillman Valley, Ill; 15 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

    Kathryn was preceded in death by her husband in 1992, son Jack, daughters Phyllis K. Standley, three brothers and two sisters.

    Private graveside services will be held at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Smith's Downtown Chapel in charge of arrangements.

    Her granndaughter, Tina Miller Wright, remembers "seeing her in 3 places. The garden, the kitchen and the grocery store. She always had flowers and a great garden. She would let us pick a pepper or rhubarb or whatever was ready. She would send us home with cut flowers wrapped in a wet paper towel. She had beautiful lilacs, peonies, iris, etc.She was an excellent cook. Her cookies, popcorn balls, bread, english muffins, and most recipes were in her head. She always made Snitchbrot for Christmas. She said it wasn't hard to be a good cook, you just had to use good things to cook with. She was the cleanest woman, I ever knew. Everything neat and in it's place."

    Kathryn married Harry Leon Miller on 19 May 1923 in Jordan, Garfield County, Montana. Harry was born on 4 May 1892 in Lemmon, Perkins County, South Dakota; died on 29 Jan 1992 in Billings, Yellowstone County, Montana. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 222. Jack Leon Miller  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 11 May 1925 in Garfield County, Montana; died on 31 Jan 1996 in Billings, Yellowstone County, Montana.
    2. 223. Bob Dean Miller  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 9 Dec 1927 in Ingomar, Rosebud County, Montana; died on 4 May 2001 in Billings, Yellowstone County, Montana.
    3. 224. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    4. 225. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    5. 226. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    6. 227. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    7. 228. Phyllis Kay Miller  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 18 Sep 1945 in Jordan, Garfield County, Montana; died on 13 May 1978 in Missoula, Missoula County, Montana.

  40. 103.  Henry George "Hiene" Zinnecker Descendancy chart to this point (35.Lydia3, 5.Jacob2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 24 May 1908 in Owendale, Huron County, Michigan; died on 25 Sep 1989 in Oceanside, San Diego County, California.

    Notes:

    He married three more times, to Eula, Matty, and Ruth.

    According the the 1941 issue of the Striffler-Benkelman Broadcast (Vol. 5, September 1, 1941), Henry Zinnecker of Long Beach was working in the underground building of the ammunition branch of the Defense Program Project in Nevada.

    The Striffler-Benkelman Broadcast, Vol. 7, September 4, 1944 reported that Henry Zinnecker attended the Degaussing School at Norfolk, Va. and was stationed on the USS Hackett, an Attack Transport Ship. As of the September 3, 1945 issue (Vol. 8), it was reported that Henry Zinnecker, EM1/c was in the South Pacific.

    In Volume 10 of the same periodical, it was noted that he and a friend had opened the Signal Hill Cabinet and Repair Shop in Long Beach.

    Volume 28 of the STRIFFLER-BENKELMAN BROADCAST, dated September 2, 1968, reported he had retired from a Civil Service Job and retired to Hemet, California.

    Henry married Freda Tipton on 16 Sep 1934 in Long Beach, Los Angeles County, California. Freda was born before 1914; died in Oct 1943 in Long Beach, Los Angeles County, California. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 229. Jean Marie Zinnecker  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 24 Sep 1936 in Long Beach, Los Angeles County, California; died on 5 Jun 1976.

    Henry married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  41. 104.  Dr. Kenneth C. Zinnecker Descendancy chart to this point (35.Lydia3, 5.Jacob2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 2 May 1916 in Starkweather, Ramsey County, North Dakota; died on 15 Mar 1997 in Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, May 12, 1916
    Page Four
    Local Items

    Announcements have been received of the birth of a son at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Zinnecker at Starkweather, North Dakota, on Tuesday, May 2. Kenneth C., is his name.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, April 24, 1936
    Local Items
    Page One

    Kenneth Zinnecker of Moore, Montana, is a guest at the home of his uncle, Solomon Striffler, and other relatives here. Mr. Zinnecker brought two car loads of horses from Montana to Wisconsin, coming on to visit relatives in Detroit and Cass City. He will be taking back to Montana two new 1936 Terraplanes, drive one and towing the other.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, January 2008)

    The Striffler-Benkelman Broadcast, Vol. 7, September 4, 1944, noted that Lt. Kenneth S. Zinnecker graduated from the Freeman Army Air Field on July 28, 1943 and was an instructor at the B-17 school at Loskbourn Army Air Base, Columbus, Ohio.

    As of the September 3, 1945 issue (Vol. 8), it was reported that he was an instructor on a B-29, and stationed in Alabama. In Volume 9, September 2, 1946, it was reported that he was atttending Ohio State University.

    An article in Volume 10, September 1, 1947, indicated that he had been pledged into an honorary fraternity at Ohio State in recognition of his high scholastic attainment.

    Volume 12 reported he was in the school of Optometry, and in Volume 13 it was noted that he had graduated from Ohio State with his B.S. in Optometry.


    The 1966 BROADCAST reported that Dixie Zinnecker, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Kenneth Zinnecker of Columbus, Ohio graduated from High School and spent the summer in Hawaii as a Junior Supervisor at Puna College. She was set to enter Colorado Womans College in Denver in the fall.

    Family/Spouse: Lola Cantrell. Lola was born on 29 Jan 1924; died on 15 Jun 2008 in Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Kenneth married Helen Andrews in Apr 1937 in Lewistown, Fergus County, Montana. Helen was born before 1920; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 230. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

    Kenneth married Blanche Juanita McFadden on 29 Dec 1944 in Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio. Blanche was born on 22 Jan 1912; died in Feb 1993 in Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 231. Dixie Anne Zinnecker  Descendancy chart to this point was born about 1948; died on 16 Mar 2008.

  42. 105.  Herbert Frank Lenzner Descendancy chart to this point (36.Christian3, 7.Susanna2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 13 Dec 1879 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 7 Feb 1953 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 10 Feb 1953 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, February 13, 1953
    Vol. 47, Number 42

    H.F. Lenzner Dies Saturday after Short Illness

    Herbert F. Lenzner, editor and publisher of the Cass City Chronicle for 47 years and an admired and respected member of the Cass City community, died Saturday afternoon at the Pleasant Home Hospital.

    According to physician's report, Mr. Lenzner died from the effects of a coronary occlusion, suffered Monday afternoon while returning from a business trip to Saginaw.

    He was prominent in civic activities throughout his long career in Cass City. He served as village clerk in 1908-07 and was active in the Tuscola County Republican Party.

    He was a life member of Tyler Lodge F. & A.M., receiving his certificate Sept. 5, 1943. He was a charter member of the Cass City Rotary Club and served as its president in 1929 and held various other responsible positions in the club.

    He was one of the original members of the board of directors when the Pinney State Bank was organized as a state bank in 1921 and served as vice president of the organization from 1925 until the time of his death.

    He spent his entire life in printing and newspaper work. As a young man he worked in a printing office in Cass City and later spent a short time working in the Detroit Times composing room.

    He returned to Cass City and purchased the Tri-County Chronicle in February, 1904, from Frederick Klump. Two years later he bought the Cass City Enterprise from A.A.P. McDowell and consolidated the two papers under the name of the Cass City Chronicle.

    He served on the local school board at the time when the new school building was erected.

    He was a member of the EUB Church from early manhood and served on the board of directors for over 25 years.

    Mr. Lenzner was born Dec. 13, 1879, in Cass City, the son of the late C.O. Lenzner and Sophia Ahr Lenzner. He married Mollie Ackerman June 10, 1909 in Cass City.

    Surviving, besides Mrs. Lenzner, are: two daughters, Mrs. Gordon Thomas, of East Lansing, and Mrs. J. Franklin Deck of Grand Island, N.Y.; six grandchildren, one niece and four nephews, all of Algonac.

    Funeral services were held Tuesday at the Evangelical United Brethren Church. Rev. S.R. Wurtz, pastor of the EUB Church, and Rev. Melvin R. Vender, pastor of the Cass City Presbyterian Church, officiated at the ceremony.

    Burial was in Elkland Cemetery.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, January 2008)

    (Research):Census Information:

    1910 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland Twp, Cass City Village
    Enumerated 30 Apr 1910
    SD 8 ED 113 Sheet 11B
    Main Street
    267-294
    Lenzner, Herbert F Hd M W 30 M1 1 Mic NY Pa Propritor Printing Office
    Lenzner, Mollie Wf F W 24 M1 1 Mich Germany Germany

    1920 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland Twp, Village of Cass City
    Enumerated 10 and 12 January 1920
    SD 7 ED 179 Sheet 4B
    Main Street
    94-98
    Lenzner, Herbert L Hd M W 40 M Mich NY Pa Editor Local Paper
    Lenzner, Mollie M Wf F W 34 M Mich Wurtenburg/German Switzerland/German
    Lenzner, Phyllis M Dtr F W 6 S Mich Mich Mich

    1930 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland twp, Cass City Village
    Enumerated April 12, 1930 by Helen G. Schwaderer
    ED 79-11 SD 11 Sheet 5A Stamped 188
    East Main Street
    119-125
    Lenzner, Herbert F Hd O $5000 M W 50 M29 Mich NY Pa Proprietor Newspaper
    Lenzner, Mollie M Wife F W 44 M23 Mich Germany Switzerland Office Asst Newspaper
    Lenzner, Phyllis M Dtr F W 16 S Mich Mich Mich
    Lenzner, Shirley A Dtr F W 10 S Mich Mich Mich

    Herbert married Mollie M. Ackerman on 10 Jun 1909 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. Mollie (daughter of William Akerman and Marie Wittwer) was born on 18 Sep 1885 in Minden City, Sanilac County, Michigan; died on 20 May 1965 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 23 May 1965 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 232. Phyllis M. Lenzner  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 2 Dec 1913 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 12 Sep 1989; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    2. 233. Shirley Anne Lenzner  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 8 Feb 1920 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 11 Nov 1984 in Lakeside Marblehead, Ottawa County, Ohio.

  43. 106.  Clara Viola Lenzner Descendancy chart to this point (36.Christian3, 7.Susanna2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 15 Mar 1888 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 3 Jan 1944 in Algonac, St. Clair County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    According the the 1941 issue of the Striffler-Benkelman Broadcast (Vol. 5, September 1, 1941), Mrs. C.O. Lenzner was living with her daughter, Mrs. H.L. Pocklington of Algonac. H. Lee Pocklington was president of the village of Algonac, his wife president of the Clay Township Library board, Harold president of the Algonac Lion's Club and manager of the Algonac Band, and James Pocklington drum major of the band.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Vol. 38, Number 39.
    Friday, January 14, 1944

    Mrs. Pocklington Died in Algonac

    Mrs. H. Lee Pocklington Died in Algonac

    Mrs. H. Lee Pocklington, 55, daughter of the late C. Oscar and Sophia Lenzner, died at her home in Algonac on Sunday morning after a 10-day illness. She had been in ill health for some time suffering with a heart ailment.

    Born in Cass City, Mar. 15, 1888, Clara V. Lenzner was graduated from the high school here in 1905, after which she pursued a course in nursing in an Ann Arbor hospital. On Sept. 5, 1908, she was united in marriage with H. Lee Pocklington of Ann Arbor.

    In Algonac, Mrs. Pocklington had served on the library board for many years, had previously served as a member of the board of education, and was an active member of the Music Study Club. She resigned from the Athena Club two years ago on account of her health.

    Besides her husband, H. Lee Pocklington, president of Algonac village, she is survived by four sons, Harold, James and Herbert Pocklington, all of Algonac, and Robert Pocklington in Army service at Camp Cooke in California; a daughter, Mrs.Wesley Moody, of Algonac; nine grandchildren; and a brother, H.F. Lenzner, of Cass City.

    Funeral services were held on Wednesday afternoon in the Gilbert Funeral Home in Algonac and burial was in Oaklawn Cemetery.

    Relatives from Cass City who attended the funeral were Mrs. Angus McPhail, Mrs. John A. Sandham and Mr. and Mrs. H.F. Lenzner.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, February 2008)

    (Research):
    Census Information:

    1930 Census
    Michigan, St. Clair County, Clay Township, Algonac Village
    Enumerated May 6, 1930
    ED 74-6, SD 5, Sheet 15B
    429-438
    Pocklington, H. Lee Hd Own $6,000 M W 40 Mich US US Landscape Gardner Private Estate
    Pocklington, Clara Wife F W 42 Mich NY Pa
    Pocklington, Harold L. Son M W 19 Mich Mich Mich Landscape Gardener Private Estate
    Pocklington, Dorotha M Dtr F W 17 Mich Mich Mich
    Pocklington, James R Son M W 14 Mich Mich Mich
    Pocklington, Robert R Son M W 5 Mich Mich Mich
    Pocklington, Herbert L Son M W 3 3/12 Mich Mich Mich

    Clara married Harold Lee Pocklington, Sr. on 5 Sep 1908. Harold was born on 5 Sep 1889 in Ridgeway, Lenawee County, Michigan; died on 16 Aug 1965 in Port Huron, St. Clair County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 234. Harold Lee Pocklington, Jr.  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 11 Jun 1910 in Michigan; died on 23 Jun 1986 in Ira, St. Clair County, Michigan; was buried in Oaklawn Cemetery, Algonac, St. Clair County, Michigan.
    2. 235. Dorothea Mae Pocklington  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 6 Dec 1912 in Michigan; died in May 1986 in Algonac, St. Clair County, Michigan.
    3. 236. James Richard Pocklington, II  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 3 Aug 1915 in Michigan; died in Jul 1986 in Pompano Beach, Broward County, Florida.
    4. 237. David Herbert Pocklington  Descendancy chart to this point was born about 1920 in Michigan; died about 1922 in Michigan.
    5. 238. Robert Ray Pocklington  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 3 Mar 1925 in Michigan.
    6. 239. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  44. 107.  Gladys Lenzner Descendancy chart to this point (37.Franklin3, 7.Susanna2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 29 Nov 1892 in Michigan; died on 7 Jul 1975 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    (Research):Census Information:

    Michigan, Tuscola, Elkland Twp, Cass City Village
    SD 8 ED 113 Sheet 6A Stamped 137
    151-151
    Lenzner, Franklin Hd M W 60 Wd 5 2/2 NY Germany Germany Teacher Music
    Lenzner, Emma Sister F W 40 Wd 5 2/2 NY Germany Germany
    Lenzner, Gladys Dtr F W 17 S Mich NY NY
    Lenzner, Gray Son M W 10 S MIch NY NY


  45. 108.  Grey Franklin Lenzner Descendancy chart to this point (37.Franklin3, 7.Susanna2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 10 May 1899 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 2 Nov 1961 in Caseville, Huron County, Michigan; was buried in Colfax Cemetery, Bad Axe, Huron County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    His registration card for the First World War listed him as age 19, and a student. His nearest relative was shown as Franklin Lenzner of Cass City. Grey was listed as Tall, with a slender build, black hair and gray eyes. Roll 1682901.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Vol. 23, No. 46.
    Friday, June 8, 1928
    Page 1

    Dr. Grey F. Lenzner (pictured), graduate of the Kirksville College Osteopathy and Surgery, is expected to arrive in Cass City tomorrow to visit at the home of his father, Frank Lenzner, before locating permanently. During his stay in Cass City, Dr. Lenzner will give Osteopathic treatments at his home, one block south of the Chronicle office .-Adv.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Thursday, November 9, 1961
    Page Six
    Former Resident Stricken Thursday
    Final rites were held Monday, November 6, for Dr. Grey F. Lenzner, 62, Bad Axe ospeopathic physician, at MacApline Funeral Home, Bad Axe. Dr. Lenzner died of a heart attack Thursday night, Nov. 2, at a cottage near Caseville where he was vacationing. A graduate of Cass City High School, he set up practice in Bad Axe in 1928 after graduating from Kirksville College of Osteopathy. He was born May 10, 1899, in Cass City. He married Miss Laura Jaus on October 25, 1940 at Geneva, Ohio. Surviving are his widow and a sister, Miss Gladys Lenzner, Cass City. Officiating during the service were Rev. John Safran, Detroit, and Rev. Joseph D. Ryan, pastor of the Bad Axe First Presbyterian Church. Burial was at Colfax Cemetery.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Summer 2007)

    Grey married Laura May Jaus on 25 Oct 1940 in Ohio. Laura (daughter of Frederick W. Jaus and Mary Schwegler) was born on 16 May 1907 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 7 Apr 1987 in Sandusky, Sanilac County, Michigan; was buried in Colfax Cemetery, Bad Axe, Huron County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  46. 109.  Delmar S. Lenzner Descendancy chart to this point (39.Samuel3, 7.Susanna2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 17 Sep 1888 in Michigan; died on 30 Nov 1961 in Hampton (Independent City), Virginia.

    Notes:

    Volume 5 of the Striffler-Benkelman Broadcast, dated September 1, 1941, reported that Colonel Delmar Lenzner of the Coast Artillery lived in Fort Monroe, Virginia.

    Volume 12 of the STRIFFLER-BENKELMAN BROADCAST, dated September 5, 1949, reported that he had retired from the U.S. Army in September, 1948, and he and Mrs. Lenzner were making their home in Hampton, Virginia.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Thursday, December 7, 1961
    Page Three

    Miss Gladys Lenzner received word of the death of her cousin, Colonel Delmar S. Lenzner (United States Army, retired). He died November 30 at his home in Hampton, Virginia, and leaves his widow and a sister, Mrs. Edgar T. Braun (Ruth) of Detroit. Col. Lenzner will be remembered by many Cass City residents.


    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, August 2008)

    Delmar married Ethel Ganzell between 1945 and 1946. Ethel was born on 5 Sep 1904; died on 27 Sep 1993 in Fort Myers, Lee County, Florida. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  47. 110.  Ruth H. Lenzner Descendancy chart to this point (39.Samuel3, 7.Susanna2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 11 May 1892 in Michigan; died in Feb 1976 in Albany, Albany County, New York.

    Notes:

    At the time of the 1930 census, she was living with her daughter and son-in-law in Detroit.

    Ruth married Edgar G. Braun, Sr. about Jul 1921. Edgar was born on 20 Jul 1896 in New York; died in Jan 1976 in Albany, Albany County, New York. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 240. Edgar G. "Ted" Braun, Jr.  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 20 Aug 1924 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan; died on 19 May 2019 in Bellevue, King County, Washington; was buried in United States Miltary Academy Post Cemetery. West Point, Orange County, New York.

  48. 111.  Maude Mary MaierMaude Mary Maier Descendancy chart to this point (41.Fannie3, 8.Joseph2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 28 Mar 1880 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 27 Jul 1903 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Cass City, Michigan
    Friday, January 23, 1931
    "Thirty-five years ago: January 24, 1896"
    At the Evangelical church, the following Sunday School officers have been elected for the ensuing year: Supt., Mrs. Lena SCHWEGLER; ass't supt., Mrs. Mary BENKELMAN; sec., J. MAIER; treas., Adam BENKELMAN; librarian, Miss Lillie STRIFFLER; ass't librarian, Miss Maud MAIER; organist, Miss Martha STRIFFLER; ass't organist, Oscar LENZNER.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, July 31, 1903
    Page One

    Beautiful Life Ended
    Mrs. Harry Young's Death Is Mourned by the Entire Community

    One of the saddest deaths which has taken place in recent years in our community occured at the home of Harry Young last Monday noon, when his most estimable companion passed away after a brief illness of ten days duration. Mrs. Young was afflicted with heart trouble for many years but at no time did her relatives consider her condition necessarily serious. In fact, under ordinary circumstances she might have lived for many years to come. Unfortunately, on Wednesday, July 15, she went to the woods to pick berries and in the evening she attended a ladies reception where she became frightened--and the following Friday her condition was such that medical aid became nessary. Her delicate condition had been overtaxed and after a few days suffering which at times was of an excruciating character, the brittle ties of life were broken and her burdened spirit fled to the land of rest. The writer of this was acquainted with Mrs. Young from early childhood, she was a kind, sweet spirited girl, to whom parents, brothers, sisters, and all who learned to know her were greatly attached. Her death is a grevious loss. She will be missed not only the the immediate relatives but by a large circle of friends.

    Mrs. Maude Young was the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Maier and was born at the Joseph Striffler farm home, March 28, 1880. She was married to Harry Young, January 1, 1902. In early life she became a member of the Evangelical church, later she became an active worker in Sunday School and Young People's Alliance, and only recently she joined with the Rebecca lodge of Cass City. The funeral although private was largely attended and was held on Wednesday, Dr. Gifford assisted by Rev. Soldan, officiating. The floral offerings were beautiful and showed how highly the deceased was esteemed by her many friends. From outside of the city there was in attendance, Mrs. Cutting and Frank Young and little daughter of Detroit, a sister and brother of Mr. Young.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, January 2008)

    Maude married Harry Young on 1 Jan 1902 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. Harry was born on 7 Nov 1874 in Tillsonburg, Ontario, Canada; died on 25 Sep 1953 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 28 Sep 1953 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  49. 112.  Edward G. Maier Descendancy chart to this point (41.Fannie3, 8.Joseph2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 19 Jun 1883 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 10 Apr 1948 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 13 Apr 1948 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, April 16, 1948
    Vol. 42, Number 51.
    Page One

    Well Known Photographer Died Here Saturday

    Edward G. Maier, 64, well known as a photographer in Cass City, passed away Saturday night in his home on East Third St., where he had been ill, for about six weeks. Funeral services were held at the Douglas Funeral Home on Tuesday afternoon, conducted by Rev. John Safran, pastor of the Methodist Church, and interment was made in Elkland cemetery. He is survived by a sister, Miss Laura Maier, and a brother, Fred Maier, both of Cass City.

    Mr. Maier was born in Cass City June 19, 1883. Following his education in the public school here, he was employed for several years as a marble cutter by Hill & Parent, monument dealers, and then went to the Photo School of Engraving at Essingham, Ill. After his graduation from that school, he entered business with his father, Jacob Maier, in the photo studio, and after the death of the elder Maier, he conducted the photographic business here for many years. Because of failing health, he disposed of the business in June, 1946, to Fritz Neitzel.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, February 2008)


  50. 113.  Bertha Maier Descendancy chart to this point (41.Fannie3, 8.Joseph2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 28 Aug 1886 in Michigan; died on 29 Oct 1917 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, November 2, 1917
    Vol. 13, No. 27.
    Page One

    Mrs. Harry Young
    City Saddened by Death of Business Man's Companion

    Cass City was saddened Modnay when it hear of the premature death of Mrs. Harry Young at one o'clock that morning. Mrs. Young had been very ill for several weeks from a complication of diseases. All that human skill could possibly do was done, a city specialist and four other doctors having been in attendance.

    Miss Bertha Maier, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Maier, was bon in Cass City August 28, 1886, and has spent her entire life in this village. On Feb. 12, 1905, she was united in marriage with Harry Young, proprietor of the Cass City Meat Market.

    Mrs. Young was of a quiet and retiring nature which led her to hide her best qualities from public gaze, but they were revealed to those who enjoyed her acquantance. Her devotion to those she loved would make a bright chapter in any life. She was a member of the Evangelical church and of Venus Rebekah Lodge.

    Mrs. Young is survived by her sorrowing husband, parents, one sister, Miss Laura Maier, and two brothers, Fred and Edward. One sister, Maude, preceded her in death.

    The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon at the residence with Rev. J.W. Hamblin in charge of the services. Relatives present from out of town were Robt. and Theodore Young of Tilsonburg, Ont., and Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Young and Mrs. Jas. Cutting and daughter, Viola, all of Detroit.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, January 2008)

    (Research):
    Census Information:

    1910 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland Twp, Cass City Village
    Enumerated 21 April 1910
    SD 8 ED 113 Sheet 6A Stamped 137
    Main Street
    148-148
    Young, Harry Hd M W 31 M2 Canada English England/English England/English Butcher Own Shop
    Young, Bertha Wf F W 21 M1 0 0/0 Canada English Germany/German New York/English

    Bertha married Harry Young on 12 Feb 1905 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. Harry was born on 7 Nov 1874 in Tillsonburg, Ontario, Canada; died on 25 Sep 1953 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 28 Sep 1953 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  51. 114.  Frederick W. Maier Descendancy chart to this point (41.Fannie3, 8.Joseph2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 13 Jul 1888 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 13 Jan 1963 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 16 Apr 1963 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Fred worked as a butcher, from 1924 to 1941 with his brother-in-law, Harry Young, and from 1941 to 1956 in partnership with Jim Gross.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Thursday, January 17, 1963

    Fred Maier Dies in Local Hospital

    Fred W. Maier, 74, retired businessman, died early Monday in Cass City Hospital, where he had been a patient for several weeks.

    Son of the late Jacob and Fannie Striffler Maier, he was born in Cass City July 13, 1888. He and Miss Fern Cooley of Cass City were married Aug. 29, 1938, in Lafayette, Ohio.

    Surviving are his widow; one sister, Miss Laura Maier of Cass City, and two cousins, Joseph and Ward Benkelman of Cass City.

    Funeral services were to be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. in the Douglas Funeral Home with the Rev. James Braid officiating. Burial was to be in Elkland cemetery.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, February 2008)

    Frederick married Fern Nan Cooley on 29 Aug 1938 in Fayette, Fayette County, Ohio. Fern was born on 19 Jun 1889 in Grant Township, Huron County, Michigan; died on 10 Feb 1988 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  52. 115.  Nora Maier Descendancy chart to this point (41.Fannie3, 8.Joseph2, 1.Ottila1) was born in Mar 1897 in Michigan; and died.

  53. 116.  Laura Marguerite Maier Descendancy chart to this point (41.Fannie3, 8.Joseph2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 21 Mar 1900 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 3 Dec 1982 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Thursday, December 9, 1982

    Miss Maier dies Friday

    Laura Maguerite Maier, 82, a lifelong resident of Cass City, died Friday at her home.

    She was born March 21, 1900, in Cass City, the daughter of Jacob and Fanny Striffler Maier. Miss Maier's family originated and operated a photography shop and a meat business in Cass City that covered a span of nearly 100 years.

    Miss Maier was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church of Cass City, the United Methodist Women and the Cass City Art Club.

    She is survived by a sister-in-law, Mrs. Fern Maier of Cass City, and one cousin, Ward Benkelman, also of Cass City. Two sisters and two brothers preceded her in death.

    Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at Little's Funeral Home, Cass City, with Rev. P. Thomas Wachterhauser of the Trinity United Methodist Church of Cass City officiating.

    Burial was in Elkland Township Cemetery.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, February 2008)

    Laura Maier was one of the cousins of BonnieMargaret Jacobs who searched their Bibles and records and picture collections to provide information for her 1981 manuscipt about the history of the Benkelman family.


  54. 117.  Joseph A. Benkelman Descendancy chart to this point (42.Mary3, 8.Joseph2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 5 Oct 1889 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 11 Jun 1968 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    January 8, 1909
    Local Items, Page 4

    Ernest Schwader, Joseph Benkelman, Philip Much and Herbert Wood returned to college at Lansing Monday after spending several days at their parental homes here.


    Cass City Chronicle
    October 6, 1933
    Local Happenings, Page Four

    Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Benkelman and William Ackerman spend Sunday afternoon at the Adolph Wahl home near Bad Axe.

    Cass City Chronicle
    January 21, 1949
    Local News, Page 4

    Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Benkelman visited with Mr. and Mrs. Adolph WAHL near Bad Axe Sunday afternoon.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Thursday, June 20, 1968
    Page Four

    Benkelman rites held Friday

    Joseph Benkelman, lifelong resident of this area, died Tuesday, June 11, at Hills and Dale General Hospital. Mr. Benkelman, retired farmer, was 78.

    He had been a patient at Hills and Dale for one day.

    Mr. Benkelman was born October 5, 1889 in Elkland Township. He and Miss Esther Ackerman were married June 10, 1911 in Cass City.

    Survivors are his widow and a brother, Ward, of Cass City.

    Services were conducted at 2 p.m., Friday, by Rev. Ira Wood, pastor of Salem United Methodist Church, and Rev. Stanley P. Kirn, retired pastor. Burial was in Elkland Cemetery.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Summer 2007)

    Joseph married Esther Selma Ackerman on 10 Jun 1911 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. Esther (daughter of William Akerman and Marie Wittwer) was born on 12 Feb 1888 in Minden City, Sanilac County, Michigan; died on 9 Feb 1980 in Caro, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 241. Fern Marie Benkelman  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 27 Mar 1912 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 2 Feb 1928 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

  55. 118.  Ward William Benkelman Descendancy chart to this point (42.Mary3, 8.Joseph2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 15 Feb 1894 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 3 Feb 1989 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 6 Feb 1989 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Wednesday, February 8, 1989
    Cass City Michigan
    Page Four

    Ward Benkelman

    Ward William Benkelman, 94, lifelong resident of Cass City, died Friday, Feb. 3, at Hills and Dales General Hospital after a short illness.

    He was born Feb. 15, 1894, in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, as son of Samuel and Mary (Striffler) Benkelman.

    He married Miss Anna STEINMAN Dec. 8, 1925, in Cass City. He was a member of the Salem United Methodist Church of Cass City, and had served in World War I with the United States Army.

    He is survived by his wife, Anna, and many nieces and nephews.

    Funeral services were held Monday at Little's Funeral Home, Cass City, with Rev. Clare Patton, pastor the Salem United Methodist church, officiating.

    Interment was in Elkland Cemetery, Cass City.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Summer 2007)

    Ward married Anna Steinman on 8 Dec 1925 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. Anna was born on 8 Sep 1899 in Chandler Township, Huron County, Michigan; died on 20 Feb 1996 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  56. 119.  Edward H. Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (43.Samuel3, 9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born in Jun 1882 in Tuscola County, Michigan; died about 1903.

  57. 120.  Grace L. Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (43.Samuel3, 9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 5 May 1885 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 13 May 1969 in Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan; was buried on 15 May 1969 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Cass City, Michigan, Dec. 21, 1928
    Page Five
    Where they will spend Christmas

    Mr. and Mrs. J.A. Sandham and daughters, Mr. and Mrs. Angus McPhail of Cass City, Mr. and Mrs. F.C. Striffler and children of Caro, Dr. and Mrs. Harry Striffler of Pontiac will spend Christmas Day with Mr. and Mrs. William MORETON in Detroit.

    Cass City Chronicle
    July 12, 1940
    Local Items
    Page 5

    Mrs. John Sandham drove to Detroit on Tuesday to attend a bridal shower for her niece, Miss Leila Hartwick. Albert McPhail accompanied her to Detroit and returned to Cass City with her on Wednesday evening.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Thursday, May 15, 1969
    Page 3

    Final rites today for Mrs. Sandham

    Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Trinity United Methodist Church for Mrs. Grace Sandham, 84, a lifelong member of the community.

    Mrs. Sandham died Tuesday, May 13, at Sparrow General Hospital in Lansing.

    She was born in Elkland township May 5, 1885, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Striffler. She married the late John Sandham in Detroit May 9, 1910. They lived in Argyle before moving to Cass City.

    Mr. Sandham died Feb. 17, 1964. The Sandhams were well-known public and business figures in the community.

    They were one of several families to make room-size ($5,000 or more) donations to the Hills and Dales General Hospital.

    Mrs. Sandham was a member of the Cass City (Trinity) United Methodist Church.

    She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Roy (Pauline) BRIGGS of St. Johns, Mrs. Raymond (Delores) GREEN of Albion and Mrs. A.E. (Johanna) VALLIER of Plymouth.

    The Rev. Donald Turbin will officiate at the final rites.

    Burial will be in Elkland Cemetery.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, 2007 and 2008)

    (Research):
    Census Information:

    1920 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola, Township of Elkland, Village of Cass City
    Enumerated 7th January 1920
    SD 7 ED 179 Sheet 2B
    47-47
    Sandham, John A. Hd M W 42 M 1880 Na 1905 Canada English Canada English Canada English Agent Life Insurance
    Sandham, Grace L. Wf F W 34 M Mich NY Canada English
    Sandham, Pauline A Dtr F W 8 S Mich Canada Mich
    Sandham, Deloris Dtr 6 S Mich Canada English Mich
    Sandham, Johanna J Dtr F W 3 11/12 S Mich Canada English Mich

    Grace married John A. Sandham on 9 May 1910 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan. John was born on 5 Feb 1877 in Telsonburg, Ontario, Canada; died on 17 Feb 1964 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 20 Feb 1964 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 242. Pauline Ahr Sandham  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 27 Oct 1911 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 21 Nov 1989 in Saint Johns, Clinton County, Michigan.
    2. 243. Deloris Sandham  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 17 Oct 1913 in Michigan; died on 17 Oct 1997; was buried in Caseville Cemetery, Caseville, Huron County, Michigan.
    3. 244. Johanna Jane Sandham  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 8 Jan 1916 in Michigan; died in Jul 1983 in Plymouth, Wayne County, Michigan.

  58. 121.  Lillian E. Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (43.Samuel3, 9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 6 Nov 1886 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 19 Nov 1965 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 20 Nov 1965 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Volume 59, Number 32
    Thursday, November 25, 1965


    Mrs. MacPhail Succumbs Friday

    Mrs. Lillian MacPhail, 79, pioneer of Cass City and wife of a former Cass City businessman, died Friday at Hills and Dales General Hospital.

    She had been in ill health for a year and suffered for many years from arthritis.

    She was born in Elkland township, Nov. 6, 1886, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Striffler.

    She married Angus MacPhail in Argyle Jan. 7, 1914. Mr. MacPhail started and operated a successful business as a funeral director in Cass City from 1920 until shortly before his death on Sept. 19, 1952 (sic).

    Mrs. MacPhail was a member of the Cass City Methodist Church.

    Surviving are: a son Dr. Albert MacPhail of Flint; two sisters, Mrs. Grace Sandham of Cass City and Mrs. Ruth Moreton of Detroit, and three grandchildren.

    Funeral services were held at Little's Funeral Home at 3 p.m. Saturday. The Rev. james Braid, pastor of the First Methodist Chruch, officiated.

    Burial was in Elkland cemetery.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, February 2008)

    (Research):Census Listings:

    1930 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland Twp, Cass City Village
    Enumerated 4 April 1930
    ED 79-11 SD 11 Sheets 2A and 2B Stamped 185


    40-41
    McPhail, Angus Hd M W 49 M 33 Mich Scotland Scotland Mortician Undertaking
    McPhail, Lillian E Wife F W 41 m 25 Mich NY Ct
    McPhail, Albert A Son Adopted M W 3/12 S Mich Ohio Ohio

    Lillian married Angus MacPhail on 7 Jan 1914 in Argyle, Sanilac County, Michigan. Angus was born about 1881 in Argyle, Sanilac County, Michigan; died on 19 Sep 1942 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 22 Sep 1942 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 245. Albert Angus MacPhail, M. D.  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 7 Dec 1929 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan; died on 11 Oct 2012 in East Orleans, Barnstable County, Massachusetts.

  59. 122.  Ruth Elizabeth Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (43.Samuel3, 9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 13 Apr 1888 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died in Nov 1984 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, June 19, 1936
    Turning Back the Pages
    Twenty Five Years Ago
    June 23, 1911

    Miss Ruth Striffler, who has been teaching at Tecumseh the past two years, has accepted a position for next year in the public schools in Marchfield, Oregon, a thriving western city of 6,000.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, May 30, 1913
    Local Items, page 4

    Ruth Striffler of Argyle was the guest of her sister, Mrs. J.A. Sandham, Friday.

    Cass City Chronicle
    September 4, 1914
    Local Items, page 4

    Miss Ruth Striffler left Monday morning for Blackfoot, Idaho, where she accepted a position in the public schools.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Summer 2007)

    Her social security application, completed on October 8, 1952, showed her as Ruth Elizabeth Moreton of 20137 Litchfield, Detroit 21 Mich. She listed her full name at birth as Ruth Elizabeth Stiffler, and gave her date of birth as 23 April 1888 in Cass City. Her parents were shown as Samuel Striffler and Pauline Ahr.

    (Research):Census Information:

    1920 Census
    Michigan, Wayne County, City of Detroit, Dist. 11
    SD 145 ED 209 Sheet 3B
    115-158
    Moreton, William Hd M 34 Utah Utah NY Purchasing Agent, Auto
    Moreton, Ruth Wf F 31 Mich NY Ct Teacher

    1930 Census
    Michigan, Wayne County, Detroit, Pr 44, Ward 14, Block 33
    Enumerated 3 Apr 1930
    ED 82-1092 SD 70 Sheet 2B
    Morton, Williah H Own $12,000 44 m@31 Utah Utah NY Salesman, Bronze-Tools
    Morton, Ruth E 41 M@27 Mich NY Ct Teacher

    Ruth married William Moreton before 1917. William was born about 1886 in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah; died on 23 May 1951 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  60. 123.  Fred C. Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (43.Samuel3, 9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 30 Apr 1890 in Greenleaf Township, Sanilac County, Michigan; died on 15 Jul 1948 in Caro, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    The Striffler-Benkelman Broadcast, Vol. 7, September 4, 1944, noted that Fred C. Striffler was appointed State Budget Director by Governor Kelly, and with his family had moved on Lansing. Fred's race horse, Freddie Karen, took first money in Saginaw and was sold for the sum of $1000. As of the September 3, 1945 issue (Vol. 8), it was reported that he was reappointed State Budget Director, and that he and his wife and daughter, Marjorie, had attended the Governor's Conference at Mackinac Island.

    Birth Index Information
    Name Fred Striffler
    Gender Male
    Christening Date:
    Christening Place:
    Birth Date 30 Apr 1890
    Birthplace Greenleaf, Sanilac, Michigan
    Death Date:
    Name Note:
    Race:
    Father's Name Samuel Striffler
    Father's Birthplace:
    Father's Age:
    Mother's Name Pauline Ahr
    Mother's Birthplace:
    Mother's Age:
    Indexing Project (Batch) Number C02586-2
    System Origin Michigan-ODM
    GS Film number 2321266
    Reference ID:

    Citing this Record:
    "Michigan, Births and Christenings, 1775-1995," index, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/F4TK-9RX : accessed 05 Oct 2013), Fred Striffler, 30 Apr 1890.

    Death Index Information
    Name Fred C Striffler
    Event Type Death
    Event Date 15 Jul 1948
    Event Place Caro, Tuscola, Michigan, United States
    Gender Male
    Age 58
    Marital Status Married
    Birth Date 30 Apr 1890
    Birthplace Cass City, Michigan
    Birth Year (Estimated) 1890
    Father's Name Samuel Striffler
    Mother's Name Pauline Ahr
    GS Film number 1973115
    Digital Folder Number 005240517
    Image Number 02518

    Citing this Record:
    "Michigan, Death Certificates, 1921-1952," index, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KF7J-LTS : accessed 05 Oct 2013), Fred C Striffler, 1948.

    (Research):Census Information:

    1920 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Caro Village, Indiansfields Twp
    Enumerated 19 January 1920
    SD 7 ED 190 Sheet 18B
    217-228-364
    Striffler, Fred C. Hd M W 29 M Mich Mich Mich Retail Salesman Garage
    Striffler, Hazel Wf F W 28 M Mich Canada English Mich
    Striffler, Dorothy Dtr F W 5 S Iowa Mich Mich
    Striffler, Charlotte Dtr F W 4 S Iowa Mich Mich


    1930 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Caro Village, Indiansfields Twp
    Enumerated April 18, 1930
    ED 79-22 SD 11 Sheet 20A
    531-546
    Striffler, Fred C. Hd O 4500 M W 30 M Mich Mich Mich Owner Auto Sales Co
    Striffler, Helene L Wf F W 34 M 27 Mich Mich Mich
    Striffler, Dorothy A Dtr F W 15 S Iowa Mich Mich
    Striffler, Charlotte R Dtr F W 12 S Iowa Mich Mich
    Striffler, Marjorie J Dtr F W 1 S Mich Mich Mich
    Janes, Orrin K Father-in-law M W 63 M 23 Mich Mich Mich Insurance Age Auto Insurance Co
    Janes, Minnie A Mother-in-law F W 62 M 22 Mich NJ NJ
    Darbee, Iva Servant F W 20 S Mich NY Mich Servant Private Home

    Fred married Hazel L. Campbell on 1 Jan 1912 in Tuscola County, Michigan. Hazel was born on 14 Jun 1891 in Michigan; died on 11 May 1922 in Caro, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 246. Dorothy A. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 29 Oct 1915 in Caro, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 20 Jun 1959 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan.
    2. 247. Charlotte R. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born about 1916 in Iowa; and died.

    Fred married Helene Laing Janes on 9 Jan 1923 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan. Helene was born on 17 Feb 1896 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 20 May 1973 in Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 248. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  61. 124.  Harry C. Striffler, D. D. S. Descendancy chart to this point (43.Samuel3, 9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 19 Jul 1891 in Michigan; died on 28 Dec 1951 in Pontiac, Oakland County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chroncile
    June 18, 1925
    (As reported in the DOWN MEMORY LANE column published on Junr 16, 1950)

    Harry C. Striffler will be graduated from the dental department of the U. of M. next week and will go to Monroe to practice with a dentist in that city.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Cass City, Michigan, Nov. 25, 1921
    Page Five
    Thanksgiving Guests
    Mr. and Mrs. J.A. Sandham, and family spent Thanksgiving with Dr. and Mrs. Harry Striffler in Pontiac.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Cass City, Michigan, June 8, 1923
    Local News, Page Four

    Dr. and Mrs. Harry Striffler and son, David, of Pontiac visited Saturday and Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John A. Sandham. S.W. Striffler returned with them to Pontiac.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Cass City, Michigan, August 31, 1923
    Local Happenings

    Mrs. Angus McPhail left Monday for Pontiac where she spent a few days visiting at the home of her brother, Dr. Harry Striffler.

    Name Harry C Striffler
    Event Type Death
    Event Date 28 Dec 1951
    Event Place Pontiac, Oakland, Michigan, United States
    Gender Male
    Age 61
    Marital Status Married
    Birth Date 19 Jul 1891
    Birthplace Michigan
    Birth Year (Estimated) 1890
    Father's Name Samuel Striffler
    Mother's Name Pauline Ahr
    GS Film number 1973060
    Digital Folder Number 005240312
    Image Number 01751

    Citing this Record:
    "Michigan, Death Certificates, 1921-1952," index, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/KFQB-QQH : accessed 05 Oct 2013), Harry C Striffler, 1951.

    (Research):Census Listings:

    1920 Census
    Michigan, Monroe County, Monroe City
    Enumerated 17 January 1920
    SD 2 ED 121 Sheet 10B
    222-230
    Striffler, Harry C Hd M W 28 M Mich NY Ct
    Striffler, Jemma Wf F W 22 M Mich Mich Mich


    1930 Census
    Michigan, Oakland County, Pontiac Township
    ED 63-77 SD 14 Sheet 24B
    Oliver, Mildred Hd O 30,000 F W 58 Wd Mich Germany Germany
    Striffler, Harry Hd O 17,000 M W 35 M 26 Mich NY NY Dentist Own Office
    Striffler, Gemma Wf F W 31 M 19 Mich Mich Mich
    Striffler, David Son M W 7 S Mich Mich Mich

    Harry married Gemma Romine on 2 Aug 1916 in Monroe County, Michigan. Gemma was born on 5 Dec 1897 in Michigan; died in Mar 1974. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 249. Hurley Beatrice Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 10 Mar 1917 in Monroe, Monroe County, Michigan; died on 12 Mar 1917 in Monroe, Monroe County, Michigan.
    2. 250. Shirley Lillian Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 10 Mar 1917 in Monroe, Monroe County, Michigan; died on 10 Mar 1917 in Monroe, Monroe County, Michigan.
    3. 251. David F. Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 24 Oct 1922 in Michigan; died on 29 May 1995 in Ann Arbor, Washtenaw County, Michigan.

  62. 125.  Bertha C. Benkelman Descendancy chart to this point (44.Lydia3, 9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 1 Aug 1883 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 16 May 1929 in Almena, Norton County, Kansas.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, July 21, 1911
    Local Happenings
    Page 4


    Misses Bertha Benkelman of this place and Lottie Benkelman of St. Francis, Kansas, left Saturday morning on a trip to Detroit and Buffalo.


    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, May 24, 1929
    Obituaries

    Mrs. Bruce Williams

    The remains of Mrs. Bruce Williams were brought from her home in Almena, Kansas to Cass City, arriving heer Sunday morning. Funeral services were conducted in the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel G. Benkelman, on Third street, by Rev. Geo. Hill, pastor of the M.E. church on Monday afternoon. Interment was made in Elkland cemetery.

    Bertha Benkelman was born in Cass City on August 1, 1883, and graduated from Cass City High School with the class of 1900. She was employed as a compositor in the plant of the Cass City Chronicle for several years and later entered the employ of the Herald at St. Francis, Kansas. On her return to Cass City from Kansas, she was employed as bookkeeper in the implement store of J. A. Caldwell.

    On December 11, 1912, Miss Bertha Williams was united in marriage with Bruce Williams. While Mr.Williams was employed as a railway mail clerk on the Rock Island R.R. they made their home at Republic and Omaha, Nebraska. About seven years ago, they moved to Almena, Kansas, where they devoted their attention to the interests on their large farm there. Mrs. Williams had been ill about eight months previous to her death on Thursday, May 16. Death was due to cancer. Funeral services at Almena were held at the M.E. church Friday afternoon. Besides her parents she is survived by two brothers, Joseph and Ward Benkelman, both of Cass City.

    Mrs. Williams was a member of the M.E. church at Almena and was affiliated with the Order of the Eastern Star and the Rebekahs. Her cheerful helpful life will linger long as a fragrant memory with the large number she won as friends.

    (Research):
    Census Information

    At the time of the 1910 Michigan Census, she was living with Benjamin Benkelman, Sr, her Uncle, in Tuscola County.

    1920 Census
    Nebraska, Douglas County, Omaha, Ward 10
    Enumerated 10 Jan 1920
    SD 2, ED 113, Sheet 5A
    620-87-105
    Williams, Edwin B Hd M W 41 M Pa Pa Mo Mail Clerk Railway
    Williams, Bertha C Wf F W 36 M Mich NY Mich

    1930 Census
    Edwin B. Williams, 51 and widowed, was shown as being born in Pennsylvania, with his father also being born in that state and his mother in Missouri. He was living alone, in Almena, Norton County, Kansas (ED 69-3, SD 1, Sheet 8A, stamped 15).

    Bertha married Edwin Bruce Williams on 11 Dec 1912 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. Edwin was born on 29 Jul 1878 in Jefferson County, Pennsylvania; died on 11 Jan 1963; was buried in Almena, Norton County, Kansas. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  63. 126.  Benjamin Frederick Benkelman Descendancy chart to this point (44.Lydia3, 9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 12 Apr 1885 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 28 Sep 1885 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

  64. 127.  Mary Ethel StrifflerMary Ethel Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (45.William3, 9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 28 Mar 1894 in Argyle, Sanilac County, Michigan; died on 22 Mar 1967 in Pigeon, Huron County, Michigan; was buried on 28 Mar 1967 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Ethel's granddaugher, Susan Orr Wagner, writes that she was named Mary Ethel Striffler, but was always called Ethel. When her younger sister, Mary Elizabeth was born and went by her first name Mary, her elder sister Ethel dropped Mary from her name entirely. On census records she was referred to as Ethel M, changing her first name to her middle initial.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Thursday, March 30, 1967

    Double Services for the Robert H. Orrs

    Funeral services for Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. Orr, natives of the Cass City area, were held Thursday, March 28, at the funeral home in Pigeon.

    Mr. Orr, 74, died Monday, March 20 in the Pigeon hospital after a brief illness. He was born May 10, 1892, in Cass City. His wife, 72, the former Ethel Striffler, died Wednesday, March 22, in the same hospital. She was born March 28, 1894, in Sanilac county.

    The couple were married Aug. 15, 1916, at Cass City and in 1917 they moved to Pigeon where he operated a drugstore.

    Their survivors are: two daughters, Mrs. Albert Fetting and Miss Marjorie Orr, both of Saginaw; two sons, Robert of Livonia and John of Pigeon, and eight grandchildren.

    Mr. Orr is also survived by one brother, Morton Orr of Cass City. Four sisters and a brother are among Mrs. Orr's survivors. They are: Mrs. Wilma Fry of Port Huron, Mrs. E.B. Gardiner of Port Austin, Mrs. Ione Sturm of Detroit, Mrs. George Southworth of Elkton, and the Rev. Roy Striffler.

    Burial was in Elkland Cemetery.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, April 2008)

    (Research):
    Census Information:

    1930 Census
    Michigan, Huron County, Pigeon, Winsor Township
    Enumerated April 9, 1930
    ED 32-39 SD 11 Sheet 5B
    133-137
    Orr, Robert H. Hd O $3000 R M W 37 M 24 Michigan Ireland Canada-English Druggist Drug Store
    Orr, Ethel M Wf F W 36 M 22 Mich Mich Germany
    Orr, Ethel M Dtr F W 12 S Mich Mich Mich
    Orr, Robert S Son M W 8 S Mich Mich Mich
    Orr, John L Son M W 4 3/12 Mich Mich Mich

    Mary married Robert Hugh Orr on 15 Aug 1916 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. Robert (son of Robert George Orr and Emily Pettit) was born on 10 May 1892 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 20 Mar 1967 in Pigeon, Huron County, Michigan; was buried on 28 Mar 1967 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 252. Ethel Mary Orr  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 15 May 1917 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 11 May 2015 in Saginaw, Saginaw County, Michigan.
    2. 253. Robert Striffler Orr  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 3 Jun 1921 in Pigeon, Huron County, Michigan; died on 19 Jul 2001 in Livonia, Wayne County, Michigan.
    3. 254. John Frederick Orr  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 22 Dec 1925 in Pigeon, Huron County, Michigan; died on 30 Mar 2004 in Pigeon, Huron County, Michigan; was buried on 2 Apr 2004 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    4. 255. Marjorie Ann Orr  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 3 Feb 1932 in Pigeon, Huron County, Michigan; died on 26 Dec 2021 in Saginaw, Saginaw County, Michigan.

  65. 128.  Daniel Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (45.William3, 9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born in Oct 1895 in Michigan; died about 1931 in Michigan.

  66. 129.  Rev. Roy Jacob Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (45.William3, 9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 23 Oct 1897 in Argyle, Sanilac County, Michigan; died on 21 Mar 1979 in Wauseon, Fulton County, Ohio.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, October 5, 1928
    Vol. 23, No. 25.

    Rev. Striffler is Ordained Pastor

    Rev. Roy J. Striffler, son of Mr. and Mrs. W.D. Striffler of Cass City, was ordained as minister in the Congregational church on Thursday, September 27, at North Fairfield, Ohio. The examination was held at three o'clock after which a banquet was served to 25 visiting members. The ordination services were held in the evening. Dr. Graham gave an address on "The Love of Christ Compels." Ordination prayer was give by Rev. Harry Trust of Mansfield. The charge to the minister was given by Rev. Horton of Oberlin and the charge to the people by Rev. B.P. Claggett of Sandusky. Rev. and Mrs. Striffler are moving to Oberlin for the winter were Mr. Striffler will take special work at Oberlin College.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, April 2008)

    Cass City Chronicle
    August 28, 1936
    Page 4

    Rev. and Mrs. Roy Striffler and children of Geneva, Ohio, came in on Saturday to spend several days with Mr. Striffler's parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.D. Striffler.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, February 18, 1949
    Vol. 43, Number 43

    Rev. Roy Striffler goes to New Baltimore

    Rev. Roy Striffler, who has served the Congregational Church at Geneva, Ohio, as minister for 15 years, has resigned to go to New Baltimore, Mich., where he will be pastor of the Community Church. The Strifflers have three children. Their son, David, is a student in the school of forestry at Michigan State College. Rev. Mr. Striffler was graduated from Cass City High School in 1916 and is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. D. Striffler.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Summer 2007)

    Volume 22 of the STRIFFLER-BENKELMAN BROADCAST, dated September 7, 1959, reported Rev. R.J. Striffler accepted a call to the First Congregational Chruch in Bay City, Michigan effective May 1, after 10 years in New Baltimore, Michigan. The September 6, 1965 issue of the same periodical reported that after six years of service in Bay City, Rev. Striffler resigned to accept a call to the Congregational Christian Church of Berkay, Ohio. This is a rural community about 15 miles northwest of Toledo, Ohio. Roy says he is tapering off before retirement.

    Volume 28 of the STRIFFLER-BENKELMAN BROADCAST, dated September 2, 1968, reported that the Rev. Stiffler woudl retire from the full time Pastorate on Oct. 15. The family had purchased a home in Wauseon, Ohio in which to spend their retirement years. On September 29, a service of Thanksgiving was to be held in the Congregational Christian Church at Berley, Ohio, where Roy was currently pastor. This was to also recoginze the fortieth anniversary of his ordination.

    (Research):Census Information:

    1930 Census
    Ohio, Huron County, Fairfield Township, North Fairfield Vil
    lage
    Enumerated Apr 12, 1930
    ED 39-3 SD 3 Sheet 8B
    83-84
    Stiffler, Roy J. Hd R $15 M W 32 M 29 Mich Mich Germany Wuertenberg Minister Church Congregational
    Striffler, Grace D. Wife F W 34 M 31 New Jersey New York New Jersey
    Striffler, R. Phillip Son M W 1 10/12 Son Ohio Mich NJ
    Striffler, W. David Son M W 9/12 Ohio Mich NJ

    Roy married Grace Darling Foster about 1927. Grace was born on 23 Feb 1896 in Bayhead, Ocean County, New Jersey; died on 17 Nov 1972 in Wauseon, Fulton County, Ohio. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 256. Roy Philip Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 10 Jun 1928 in Ohio; died on 6 Dec 1939 in Ohio.
    2. 257. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    3. 258. Foster Lee Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 11 Mar 1932 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan; died on 8 Oct 2008 in New London, New London County, Connecticut.
    4. 259. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  67. 130.  Ione Katherine Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (45.William3, 9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 19 Apr 1900 in Michigan; died on 7 Jul 1974 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, November 8, 1912
    Local Items

    The Mission band of the Evangelical Church met and elected officers for the next six months Sunday. Mrs. O.Y. Schneider is Superintendent and the officers are as follows: President, Ione Striffler; vice president, Mildred Schneider; secretary, Florence Striffler; treasurer, Glen Bixby. The Band will meet every Sunday afternoon at 2:30 p.m. and preparations are being made for interesting programs.

    She was a registered pharmacist in Detroit.

    (Research):Census Information:

    61-37-37
    Sturm, William H. Hd R $70 M W 22 M 26 Mich Ohio Mich Dentist General Practice
    Strum, Ione K Wife H F W 30 M 24 Mich Mich Germany Pharmacist Drug Store
    Striffler, Mary E Sister-in-law F W 22 S Mich Mich Germany Stenographer Arnamental? Lab

    Ione married William H. Sturm on 23 Aug 1923 in Wauseon, Fulton County, Ohio, and was divorced in 1940. William was born about 1897 in Michigan; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  68. 131.  Florence Edna Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (45.William3, 9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 12 Feb 1903 in Argyle, Sanilac County, Michigan; died on 27 Apr 1999 in Huron County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    (Research):
    Census Information:

    1930 Census
    Michigan, Huron County, Colfax township
    Enumerated April 24, 1930 by Mabel Bass
    ED 32-10 SD 11, Sheet 6B
    133-138
    Southworth, George V Hd M W 28 M21 Michigan Canada-English Canada-English Farmer
    Southworth, Florence E Wf F W 29 M20 Michigan Michigan Germany
    Southworth, Donald L Son M W 6 S California Michigan Michigan
    Southworth, Dorothy E Dtr F W 2 3/12 S California California

    Family/Spouse: George Victor Southworth. George was born on 1 May 1901 in Elkton, Huron County, Michigan; died on 6 Jun 1986 in Huron County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 260. Donald Lee Southworth  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 9 Aug 1923 in Dinuba, Tulare County, California; died on 1 May 1982 in Ann Arbor, Washtenaw County, Michigan.
    2. 261. Dorothy Elizabeth Southworth  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 18 Dec 1927 in San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County, California; died on 7 Mar 2020 in Adrian, Lenawee County, Michigan.
    3. 262. Doris June Southworth  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 3 Jun 1932 in Elkton, Huron County, Michigan; died on 20 May 2015 in Caseville, Huron County, Michigan; was buried in Grand Lawn Cemetery, Pigeon, Huron County, Michigan.
    4. 263. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  69. 132.  Wilma Dorothy Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (45.William3, 9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 3 Aug 1905 in Argyle, Sanilac County, Michigan; died on 15 Jan 1970 in Port Huron, St. Clair County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    The Cass City Chronicle
    February 9, 1923
    Local Happenings
    Page Four
    The high school annual is well under way, all plans being nearly complete. The staff...had been organized and working for several months with untiring enthusiasm: Business manager, Grant Pinney; assitant, Nila Burt; editor-in-chief, Bernice Wager; assitants, Wilma Striffler and Lilah Spurgeon...

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, Jun 8, 1923
    Page One
    Largest Class in H.S. History
    The largest class ever to be graduated from the Cass City high school, 17 boys and 26 girls, will be presented with diplomas at the opera house next Thursday evening...the Class Day program included a class history, Irvine Striffler...class prophecy, Wilma Striffler...both were listed as member of the Class of '23

    Cass City Chronicle
    July 6, 1923
    Page Four
    Local Items
    Miss Wilma Striffler is employed at the millinery shop of Mrs. Julia Gay.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Sept. 14, 1923
    Page Four
    Local Items
    Dr. and Mrs. C. W. Clark of Caro, accompanied by Miss Wilma Striffler of this place, leave next Monday on a motor trip to California. Taking the Lincoln Highway route, they will camp along the way stopping to visit at the following places: Oriona, St. Louis, Mich., Lake Odessa and Gary, Indiana. They will spend the winter in California, Miss Striffler visiting at the home of her sister, Mrs. Geo. Southworth at Dinuba.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Oct. 19, 1923
    Page Four
    Local Items
    A letter recently received by Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Striffler from their daughter, Miss Wilma Striffler, states that the motor party with which Miss Striffler is making a trip to California has advanced as far as Simeron, New Mexico. She also told of climbing to the summit of a mountain and viewing Pike's Peak. It is expected that by the time this paper reaches its readers that the young lady will be nearly to her destination.

    Cass City Chronicle
    March 27, 1925
    Page Four
    Local Items
    Miss Wilma Striffler, who has been in Dinuba, California for some time, returned to her home her Tuesday.


    Cass City Chronicle
    August 20, 1926
    Page Four
    Local Items
    Members of the Christian Endeavour gave a farwell party in the basement of the Evangelical church Tuesday evening, in honor of Mrs. Wilma Striffler. After an hour of games, ice cream and frosted cake were served. Mrs. A. A. Ricker, in presenting Miss Striffler with a scarf from C. E. members, commended her for faithfulness and efficiency in church work. Miss Striffler is expected to leave hear next Monday for Los Angeles, California, and later will go to San Luis Obispo, California, where her sister, Mrs. Geo Southworth, resides.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, Oct. 4, 1929
    Local Happenings
    Page Two
    Miss Wilma Striffler left Tuesday morning for Detroit where she visited her sisters, Mrs. William STURM and Miss Mary STRIFFLER, and left there Wednesday to return to her work at San Luis Obispo, California, after a month's visit with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.D. STRIFFLER.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, October 14, 1932
    Local Happenings
    Page Six
    Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Striffler, son Delmar, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Fry and little daughter of Cass City and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Orr and family of Pigeon spent Sunday at Whip-poor-will Harbor.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, July 6, 1934
    Local Happenings
    Page Four
    Mr. and Mrs. Robert Fry and two daughters left Wednesday morning for San Luis Obispo, California, where they will make their home.


    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, July 7, 1939
    Local Happenings
    Page Four
    Mr. and Mrs. Robert Fry and two daughters, Joyce and Jessie, of San Luis Obispo, California, will leave home today to make the trip to Michigan. They expect to spend two months with Mrs. Fry's parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Striffler, and other relatives here.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, July 28, 1939
    Local Happenings
    Page Three
    Mrs. Robert Fry and children, Joyce and Jessie, of San Luis Obispo, California, Mrs. Ione Sturm of Detroit, and Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Striffler returned Thursday from a week's visit at the Orr cottage at Sunshine Beach. Miss Mary Striffler spent the week-end at the W. D. Striffler home in Cass City and returned to Plymouth Sunday with her sister, Mrs. Ione Sturm, of Detroit. Mrs. Sturm has spent a two weeks' vacation with her parents.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, June 6, 1942
    Local Happenings
    Page Three
    Mrs. Robert Fry and daughters, Joyce and Jessie, expect to leave San Luis Obispo, California, about June 9 for Cass City to make their home with Mrs. Fry's parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Striffler.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Cass City, Michigan
    Thursday, January 22, 1970
    Vol. 63, No. 40

    Mrs. Wilma Fry dies in Port Huron

    Mrs. Wilma S. Fry, 64, succumbed Thursday, Jan. 15, in Port Huron Hospital where she had been a patient one day.

    Mrs. Fry, former Cass City Village clerk and treasurer, had made her home in Port Huron for the past four years. Born in Argyle Aug. 9, 1905, she was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Striffler. She married Robert Fry in California and the couple made their home at San Luis Obispo. He died in 1942 and Mrs. Fry moved to Cass City that year. She was a member of Salem United Methodist Church and Zonita International--a charter member of the Cass City Club. Funeral services were held Saturday, Jan. 17, at Little's Funeral Home with Rev. Ira Wood, pastor of Salem Church, officiating. Burial was in Elkland cemetery.

    Surviving are: two daughters, Mrs. Harold (Joyce) WILLARD of Port Huron and Mrs. Paul (Jessie) BERRIMAN of Ferndale, three grandchildren, one brother, Rev. Roy STRIFFLER of Ohio, and three sisters, Mrs. Ione STURM of Detroit, Mrs. George SOUTHWORTH of Elkton and Mrs. Edward GARDINER of Port Austin.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong)

    (Research):Census Information:

    1930 Census
    California, San Luis Obispo County, San Luis Obispo

    Wilma D. Striffler was listed as a lodger in the home of Lucy McBee, age 73. Wilma was shows as age 24, single, and a bookkeeper for a grocery store.

    Wilma married Robert Ellsworth Fry on 8 Nov 1930 in San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County, California. Robert was born on 23 Nov 1904 in California; died on 2 Mar 1942 in San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County, California. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 264. Florence Joyce Fry  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 29 Feb 1932 in San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County, California; died on 24 May 2014 in Marysville, St. Clair County, Michigan.
    2. 265. Jessica "Jessie" Helen Fry  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 1 Mar 1934 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 13 Dec 2003 in Troy, Oakland County, Michigan.

  70. 133.  Mary Elizabeth Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (45.William3, 9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 4 Mar 1908 in Argyle, Sanilac County, Michigan; died on 11 Jan 1997 in Port Austin, Huron County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Wednesday, January 15, 1997
    Page 5
    Obituaries

    Mary Gardiner

    Mary Elizabeth Gardiner, 88, of Port Austin, died Saturday, Jan. 11, 1997, at her home following a long illness.

    She was born March 4, 1908, in Argyle, daughter of William and Elizabeth (Zinnecker) Striffler. She married Edward B. Gardiner Oct. 1, 1941, in Ohio. He died in October 1982.

    One of the founding members of the Port Austin United Protestant Church, she was also a board member of the Port Austin Township Library, a member of the U&I Club of Port Austin, Port Austin Senior Citizens Club, Port Austin Women's Club, the Priscilla Club of Port Austin and the Audubon Society of Michigan. She and her husband retired in 1956 from the Detroit House of Corrections in Plymouth to Broken Rocks near Port Austin.

    Surviving are one sister, Florence Southworth of Elkton; one step-grandson; 2 step-great-granddaughters, and several nieces and nephews.

    She was predeceased by one step-daughter, Virginia Klopp; 3 brothers, Roy, Delmar and Daniel Striffler; 3 sisters, Ethel Orr, Ione Sturm and Wilma Fry, and one step-great-grandson.

    Services were to be held Wednesday at 1 p.m. at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe, with the Rev. Ray A. Jacques, pastor of the Port Austin United Protestant Church, officiating. Interment will be in the Colfax Township Mausoleum.

    Memorials may be given to the Port Austin Township Library.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, April 2008)

    Mary married Edward Bliss Gardiner on 1 Oct 1941 in Ohio. Edward was born on 14 Oct 1888 in Scandia, Republic County, Kansas; died on 8 Nov 1982 in Bad Axe, Huron County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  71. 134.  S. C. Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (45.William3, 9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 22 Jun 1910 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 22 Jun 1910 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    A copy of the actual death certificate can be viewed online here:

    http://seekingmichigan.org/

    Indexed as Striffler, June 22, 1910 Elkland, Tuscola County



    (Medical):See attached sources.


  72. 135.  Delmar William StrifflerDelmar William Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (45.William3, 9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 29 Aug 1911 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 14 Dec 1932 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    December 9, 1932

    Mrs. William Sturm and Miss Mary Striffler of Detroit were called to Cass City Nov. 30 because of the serious illness of their brother, Delmar Striffler. Miss Mary returned to her work in Detroit on Sunday. Mrs. Sturm remained to help care for her brother.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Summer 2007)


  73. 136.  Cecile Hester Patterson Descendancy chart to this point (46.Christina3, 9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 23 Jan 1901 in Sanilac County, Michigan; died on 27 Dec 1973 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Thursday, January 3, 1974
    Page 6

    Hold Services for Mrs. C. Wood

    Mrs. Claude Wood, 72, succumbed Thursday, Dec. 27, in Hills and Dales Hospital.

    Born in Sanilac county, Jan. 23, 1901, she was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles Patterson.

    The former Cecile Hester Patterson and Mr. Wood were married in Caro Oct. 25, 1923, and the couple made their home in Ellington township.

    The Woods celebrated their 50?sup?th?/sup? wedding anniversary Oct. 25, 1973. She had been a member of Salem United Methodist Church for 65 years.

    Survivors include her husband; one son, Robert Wood of Cass City; one daughter, Mrs. Carlton (Beatrice) RONDO of Caro; one brother, Grant Patterson of Perry, Mi., and five grandchildren.

    Funeral services were held Sunday, Dec. 30, at Little's Funeral Home. The Rev. Ira Wood officiated.

    Burial was in Elkland cemetery.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, March 2008)

    Cecile married Claude Lee Wood on 25 Oct 1923 in Caro, Tuscola County, Michigan. Claude was born on 1 Nov 1894 in Marlette, Sanilac County, Michigan; died on 27 May 1981 in Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 29 May 1981 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 266. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    2. 267. Beatrice Wood  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 23 Apr 1925 in Michigan; died on 9 Dec 2002 in Michigan.

  74. 137.  Grant E. Patterson Descendancy chart to this point (46.Christina3, 9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 24 Jan 1903 in Michigan; died on 5 Jul 1984 in Owosso, Shiawassee County, Michigan; was buried on 7 Jul 1984 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    His headstone was inscribed "Firefighter."

    Grant married Ernestine Manigold on 15 Dec 1933 in Lucas County, Ohio. Ernestine was born on 15 Dec 1905 in Michigan; died on 1 Jun 1985 in Perry, Shiawassee County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 268. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  75. 138.  Calvin C. Patterson Descendancy chart to this point (46.Christina3, 9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 1 May 1907 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 27 Mar 1926 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, April 2, 1926
    Vol. 21, No. 47

    Calvin Patterson Fatally Injured

    Calvin Patterson, 18, son of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. E. Patterson of Cass City, was fatally injured when the Buick sedan he was driving was struck by the morning train at the P., O. & N. R. R. crossing on West Main St., at nine o'clock Saturday. His skull was crushed and he suffered severe scalp wounds and other injuries about the head. He did not regain consciousness and death came about six hours after the accident.

    The sedan was carried down the track ahead of the engine for several hundred feet before the train could be stopped and was totally wrecked. Mr. Patterson was on his way to the home of his sister, Mrs. Claud Wood, who lived a mile west of town, when the accident occured.

    This is the second accident at the Main Street crossing in less than three weeks. At the first on March 10, Alex Brian and Glenn Wright were struck by the south-bound passenger train. Both men were injured, but not seriously, and both have recovered.

    Calvin Patterson was born in Cass City on May 1, 1907, and has spent his entire life here. The young man was a senior in high school and treasurer of his class, and would have graduated next June. He was an excellent student, had won honors in his high school studies, was prominent in high school athletics, and was a young man who commanded the respect of his acquaintances. The sudden passing has caused great sorrow in the community.

    The funeral was delayed until Wednesday because of the absence of his brother, Grant, on a trip to Western states. He was located at Salt Lake City, Utah, on Sunday and arrived home Tuesday evening. The service was held at the family residence at two o'clock and was conducted by Rev. C.F. Smith, pastor of the Evangelical church, of which Mr. Patterson was a member. Members of the Class of '26 attended the funeral in a body and interment was made in Elkland cemetery. Business houses were closed during the funeral hour.

    Besides his parents, deceased leaves one brother, Grant, and one sister, Mrs. Claude Wood, both of Cass City.

    Out of town relatives and friends at the funeral were Lloyd Phelps of St. Thomas, Ont., Mrs. John Austin of Fort Wayne, Ind., Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Schleuter of Kendalville, Ind., Mr. and Mrs. H.H. Patterson of Flint, Mrs. James Starr and daughter, Evan, and Earl Starr and Buel Starr, all of Pontiac, Fred Striffler of Caro, Harry Hartshorne of Deckerville, Mr. and Mrs. Thad Patterson and daughter, Vernice, of Argyle, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Stiffler of Detroit, D.C. McIntyre of Freeland, and Mr. and Mrs. Bueschlen and Mrs. Dorman of Snover.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, January 2008)


  76. 139.  Alton Andrew McDermott Descendancy chart to this point (47.Barbara3, 9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 17 Mar 1905 in Michigan; died on 27 Feb 1973 in Los Angeles County, California.

    Notes:

    The 1928 Los Angeles City Directory showed Alton as a salesman at Howard Motor Company. On the 1930 census, he was listed a a First Aid Man at a movie studio.

    The June 4, 1948 issue of the Cass City Chronicle had an article about Pvt. Harold Creguer's trip to Hollywood. He mentioned in the article that he visited with former Cass City residents Mr. and Mrs. Grover Blades of Glendale and Mrs. Barbara McDermott of Alhambra. He also noted that one of the highlights of his trip was a meeting with Alton McDermott at the Warner Brothers studio.

    (Research):
    Also the father of Noralee Ellen McDermott, born on 30 July 1941, according the the Striffler-Benkelman Broadcast, dated 1 Sept 1941. The California Birth Index shows her Mother's Maiden Name as LICKILLS, so Noralee appears to have been born to a second wife.

    Census Listings:

    1930 Census
    California, Los Angeles County, San Gabriel Twp, Alhambra City
    Enumerated April 2, 1930
    ED 19-14-3 SD 18 Sheet 1B
    No Bushnell Av
    417-27-27
    McDermott, Alton A Head M W 25 M Mich Mich Mich First Aid Man Movie Studio
    McDermott, Marion E Wf F W 21 M 18 Ill NY Mich

    Alton married Marian Moore on 24 Sep 1927 in California. Marian was born about 1909 in Illinois; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 269. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  77. 140.  Clark Edward Helwig Descendancy chart to this point (48.Mary3, 9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 22 May 1911 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 10 May 1989 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 12 May 1989 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Volume 23 of the STIFFLER-BENKELMAN BROADCAST, published September 4, 1960, reported that he had quit farming and was currently employed by the L. Damm Implement Company. The family resided at 4333 Ale Street in Cass City.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Wednesday, May 17, 1989
    Page Nine
    Obituaries

    Clark Helwig

    Lifelong Cass City resident Clark Helwig died May 10 at Hills and Dales General Hospital following a lengthy illness. He was 77.

    Helwig was born May 22, 1911, in Elkland Township, the son of the late Edward and Mary Striffler Helwig.

    He was united in marriage to Myrtle WALTERS April 15, 1939, in Cass City, where they made their home. The couple celebrated their golden wedding anniversary April 15 of this year.

    Helwig was a member of the Salem United Methodist Church, Cass City, and the Thumb CB Club.

    He is survived by his wife, Myrtle; 8 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. One son, William; one daughter, Judy, and one granddaughter, Dawn, preceded him in death.

    Funeral services were held Friday at Salem United Methodist Church with the Rev. Clare Patton, pastor, officiating. Interment was in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, February 2008)

    Clark married Myrtle Olene Walters on 15 Apr 1939 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. Myrtle was born on 20 Jun 1914 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 9 Jan 1998 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 12 Jan 1998 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 270. Judith Ann Helwig  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 12 Mar 1940 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 13 Jul 1986 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 16 Jul 1986 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    2. 271. William Boyd Helwig  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 24 Jun 1943 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 11 Jun 1958 in Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 15 Jun 1958 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

  78. 141.  Delvin Leonard Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (49.Solomon3, 9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 29 Jun 1915 in Michigan; died on 6 Sep 1967 in Port Austin, Huron County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    October 16, 1936
    Local Happenings, Page 3

    Delvin Striffler, who is a student at the General Motors Institute in Flint, spent the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. S.C. Striffler.

    The Striffler-Benkelman Broadcast, dated September 2, 1946, noted that he and his wife were living in Manchester, N.H.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, November 5, 1948

    Delvin Striffler is New Buick Dealer

    Delvin Striffler of Bettendorf, Iowa, is the new owner of the Buick and Pontiac car agency at Caro where he will enter that business on Nov. 15. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. S.C. Striffler and a graduate of Cass City High School and General Motors School of Technology at Flint.

    For 12 years he has been associated with the Buick branch of General Motors, and in recent years was a zone service manager. His headquarters have been a points in New Hampshire, Oregon, Iowa and other states.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Summer 2007)

    Delvin married Martha Kane on 24 Jun 1944 in Flint, Genesee County, Michigan. Martha was born on 14 Oct 1919 in Kilbirnie, North Ayrshire, Scotland; died on 17 Oct 2014 in Saginaw, Saginaw County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 272. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    2. 273. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  79. 142.  Rev. Russell Clare Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (49.Solomon3, 9.Christian2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 26 Aug 1922 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 14 Sep 2019 in Arden Hills, Ramsey County, Minnesota.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Vol. 33, Number 50
    Friday, March 10, 1939

    Graduating Class of 66 has 20 Honor Students

    Russell Striffler is Valedictorian...

    The Class of 1939 of the high school at Cass City which will number 66 has an unusually large percentage of honor students, 20 having earned that distinction. Russell Striffler, son of Mr. and Mrs. Solomon C. Striffler, of Cass City heads the list with a nearly perfect record and will be valedictorian.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, May 16, 1947
    Cass City, Michigan

    Rev. Russell C. Striffler, son of Mr. and Mrs. Solomon C. Striffler, of Cass City has completed his course in the Evangelical Theological Seminary in Napierville, Ill., and was graduated from that institution during commencement week from April 30 to May 5. He has been pastor of the Evangelical Church at Benton Harbor since last fall, filling the vacancy caused by the illness and death of the former minister of that charge. Rev. Mr. Striffler is attending the Michigan conference of the Evangelical Church at Vicksbury this week.

    Volume 12 of the STRIFFLER-BENKELMAN BROADCAST, dated September 5, 1949, reported that her was transferred from the Michigan Conference to the New England Conference, with a pastorate at Medford, Mass.. He was to enroll in Boston University in the Fall to study for his Ph.D. degree. Volume 14 of the same periodical reported that he joined the staff of Iowa Methodist Hospital (Des Moines) as a Chaplain-Psychiatrist to offer a religious approach to those mentally ill or depressed by illness.

    His obituary was published in the Minnesota Star Tribune on October 7, 2019:
    ?b?
    ?/b?The Rev. Dr. Russell Clare Striffler died of natural causes Sept 14, 2019. He was 97 years old and living in Arden Hills, MN. He was born in Cass City, MI. to S. C. and Mary Striffler. Russell graduated from North Central College in Naperville, IL. In 1945. From there he went on to graduate from Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary, from Boston University receiving a master's degree in Pastoral Psychology, and from Dubuque Theological Seminary with a Doctorate of Ministry Degree. He married June Gilbert in 1944. They were married for 73 years. Russell served for 37 years as director of Chaplaincy and was Chaplain Supervisor at Iowa Methodist Hospital in Des Moines, IA and St. Luke's Hospital in Cedar Rapids, IA. He is survived by his daughter, June Striffler Sand (David) and his son, David R. Striffler (Marie). He has been graced with four grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Services will be held at Johanna Shores (Presbyterian Homes - 3200 Lake Johanna Blvd., Arden Hills) on Friday October 11 at 3pm.

    Russell married June Rosetta Gilbert in Dec 1944. June was born on 28 Jun 1923 in Oakland Township, Pontiac, Oakland County, Michigan; died on 30 Sep 2017 in Arden Hills, Ramsey County, Minnesota; was buried on 11 Nov 2017 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 274. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    2. 275. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  80. 143.  Edward Albert Mark Descendancy chart to this point (50.Emeline3, 10.John2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 1 Jan 1889 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 13 Jan 1982 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    A list of pupils at the Wright Rural School #4 in 1897 include Alice Striffler, Arlis Vaughan, Chancy Boulton, Emma Cole, Esther Blades, Effie Wallace, Eddie Mark, Frank Cranick, Flossie Wright, Georgie Dennis, Johnie Hulburt, Lizzie Yoos, Lena Mark, Luke Wright, Mary Mark, Minta Wallace, Alice Charlton, Ada Cole, Chester Dennis, Ethel Cole, Etta Wickware, Ethel Charlton, Frank Striffler, Fred Yoos, George Cole, John Wallace, Lizzie Blades, Lillie Wallace, Lenne Striffler, Martha Wright, May Dennis, Ray Hulbert, Stanley Hulbert. Grace Karr, teacher and S. Striffler, Director.

    When he registered for the World War I draft, he was farming for himself in Elkland Township, and supporting his wife and five children. He was of both medium heighth and build, with blue eyes and light hair.

    Cass City Chronicle
    January 21, 1982
    Page 8

    Rites held for Edward Mark, 93

    Edward Albert Mark, 93, a lifelong resident of the Cass City area, died Wednesday, Jan. 13, at Provincial House after a long illness.

    He was born Jan. 1, 1889, in Elkland Township, the son of Archibald and Emeline (Striffler) MARK.

    He married Mary LEITCH July 15, 1908, in Caro. They made their home in Cass City. Mrs. Mark died May 26, 1965.

    Mark is survived by seven daughter, Mrs. William (Stella) MARTUS and Mrs. Elmer (Frances) KEHOE, both of Cass City, Mrs. Russell (Mary) LEESON, Pigeon, Mrs. Ruth WURTSMITH, Grosse Pointe Woods, Mrs. Emeline URQUHART, Caro, Mrs. Betty McLEOD, Sandusky, and Mrs. Richard (Bonnie) DILL, St. Louis, Mo.; one son, Archie MARK of Flushing; three sisters, Mrs. Mary BUEHRLY, Ubly, Mrs. Martha DARLING, Marlette and Mrs. Lena SCHWEGLER, Cass City; 26 grandchildren and 46 great-grandchildren. One daughter, Grace, two sons, Leitch and James, and one sister, Alma SEEGER, preceded him in death.

    Funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon at Little's Funeral Home, Cass City, with Rev. Eldred Kelley of the Salem United Methodist Church officiating.

    Burial was in Elkland Cemetery.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Winter 2007)

    (Research):
    Census Listings:

    1920 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland Twp
    Enumerated 17 Jan 1920
    SD 7 ED 178 Sheet 4A
    81-84
    Mark, Archie Head M W 57 M 1877 Pa Canada English England English Scotland English Farmer
    Mark, Emeline Wf F W59 M Mich English New York State German Germany German
    Mark, Alma Dtr F W 24 S Mich Canada English Mich Bookkeeper Hardware Store
    82-85
    Mark, Edward Head M W 31 M Mich Canada English Mich Laborer On Farm
    Mark, Mary Wf F W 30 M Mich Canada English Canada English
    Mark, Stella Dtr F W 10 S Mich Mich Mich
    Mark, Ruth Dtr F W 8 S Mich Mich Mich
    Mark, Emeline Dtr F W 6 S Mich Mich Mich
    Mark, Grace Dtr F W 5 S Mich Mich Mich
    Mark, Leitch Son m W 3 6/12 S Mich Mich Mich
    Mark, Mary Dtr F W 1 6/12 S Mich Mich Mich

    1930 Census
    Michigan, Tuscola County, Elkland Twp, Cass City Village
    Enumerated Apr 18, 1930
    ED 79-11 SD 11 Sheet 6A Stamped 189
    Woodland Avenue
    159-168
    Mark, Edward A Head M W m19 Mich Mich Mich Mechanic Implement
    Mark, Mary J Wf F W 41 M 19 Mich Canada Canada
    Mark, Ruth O (ab) Dtr F W 19 S Mich Mich Mich
    Mark, Emeline Dtr F W 17 S Mich Mich Mich Servant Family
    Mark, A. Leitch Son M W 13 S Mich Mich Mich Laborer Family
    Mark, Mary A Dtr F W 11 S Mich Mich Mich Servant Family
    Mark, Archie R Son M W 9 S Mich Mich Mich Choreboy Family
    Mark, Betty R Dtr F W 7 S Mich Mich Mich
    Mark, Frances L Dtr F W 5 S Mich Mich Mich
    Mark, Bonnie Doreen Dtr F W 3 5/12 S Mich Mich Mich
    Mark, James Edward Son M W 11/12 S Mich Mich Mich

    Edward married Mary Jane Leitch on 15 Jul 1908 in Caro, Tuscola County, Michigan. Mary (daughter of Angus Leitch and Jane McVannell) was born on 9 Apr 1889 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 26 May 1965 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 28 May 1965 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 276. Stella Madeline Mark  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 16 Mar 1909 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 25 Oct 1997 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in St. Agatha Cemetery, Gagetown, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    2. 277. Ruth O. Mark  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 23 Aug 1910 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 13 Feb 1993 in Grosse Pointe, Wayne County, Michigan.
    3. 278. Emeline J. Mark  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 10 Aug 1912 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 4 Apr 2000 in Caro, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    4. 279. Grace Margaret Mark  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 18 Jul 1914 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 3 Sep 1928 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    5. 280. Leitch Alvin Mark  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 6 Jul 1916 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 1 Feb 1977 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    6. 281. Mary A. Mark  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 3 Jul 1918 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 3 Dec 1998 in Pigeon, Huron County, Michigan.
    7. 282. Archie Robert Mark  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 5 Jun 1920 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 8 Jun 1992 in Flint, Genesee County, Michigan; was buried in Flushing City Cemetery, Flushing, Genesee County, Michigan.
    8. 283. Betty R. Mark  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 7 Sep 1922 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 5 May 2002 in Flint, Genesee County, Michigan.
    9. 284. Frances L. Mark  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 13 Oct 1924 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 23 Jan 1998 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    10. 285. Bonnie Doreen Mark  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 26 Oct 1926 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 1 Jun 1998 in Pigeon, Huron County, Michigan.
    11. 286. James Edward Mark  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 2 Apr 1929 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 1 Sep 1981 in Caro, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

  81. 144.  Mary Elizabeth "Molly" Mark Descendancy chart to this point (50.Emeline3, 10.John2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 29 Jul 1890 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 5 Jul 1987 in Ubly, Huron County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    A list of pupils at the Wright Rural School #4 in 1897 include Alice Striffler, Arlis Vaughan, Chancy Boulton, Emma Cole, Esther Blades, Effie Wallace, Eddie Mark, Frank Cranick, Flossie Wright, Georgie Dennis, Johnie Hulburt, Lizzie Yoos, Lena Mark, Luke Wright, Mary Mark, Minta Wallace, Alice Charlton, Ada Cole, Chester Dennis, Ethel Cole, Etta Wickware, Ethel Charlton, Frank Striffler, Fred Yoos, George Cole, John Wallace, Lizzie Blades, Lillie Wallace, Lenne Striffler, Martha Wright, May Dennis, Ray Hulbert, Stanley Hulbert. Grace Karr, teacher and S. Striffler, Director.


    Cass City Chronicle
    July 8, 1987
    Page Ten

    Mary Buehrly

    Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Buehrly, 96, a lifelong resident of the Cass City area, died Sunday, July 5, at Provincial House.

    She was born July 24, 1890, in Cass City, the daughter of Archie and Emeline (Striffler) MARK.

    Miss Mark married Fred L. BUEHRLY December 21, 1915, in Cass City, where they made their home. Mr. BUEHRLY died August 24, 1971.

    She was a lifelong, and the oldest, member of Salem United Methodist Church of Cass City, and was past president of the Ladies Aid Society.

    Surviving are one son, Keith BUEHRLY, of Livonia, one daughter, Mrs. Alice ELLIOT of Ubly, 4 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. One brother, Edward, and three sisters, Leona, Martha and Alma, preceded her in death.

    Funeral services were conducted Tuesday at 11 a.m. at Salem United Methodist Church, with Rev. Clare Patton, pastor, officiating.

    Interment was in Elkland Cemetery. Little's Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Spring 2007)

    Mary married Fred Leonard Buehrly on 22 Dec 1915 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. Fred (son of Johann Leonhard Buehrly and Catherine Buerk) was born on 7 May 1889 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 24 Aug 1971 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 27 Aug 1971 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 287. Alice Mae Buehrly  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 24 Feb 1918 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 13 May 1993 in Bad Axe, Huron County, Michigan.
    2. 288. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  82. 145.  Joanna Magdalena "Lena" MarkJoanna Magdalena "Lena" Mark Descendancy chart to this point (50.Emeline3, 10.John2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 27 Feb 1892 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 24 Jun 1983 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    She was one the family members BonnieMargaret Jacobs personally interviewed when preparing her history of the Benkelman family. Lena remembered many stories about her Benkelman and Striffler ancestors, as well as stories about her husband's Schwegler roots.

    Cass City Chronicle
    Thursday, June 30, 1983
    Obituaries
    Page 4

    Joanna Madgelena (Lena) Schwegler, 91, a lifelong resident of the Cass City area, died Friday at Provincial House following a lengthy illness.

    She was born February 27, 1892, in Elkland Township, the daughter of Archibald and Emeline (Striffler) MARK.

    Miss Mark married Benjamin A. Schwegler May 11, 1915 in Cass City. Mr. and Mrs. Schwegler lived on a farm on Schwegler Road until 1944 when they moved to their home on Pine Street. He died May 27, 1962 (sic).

    She had been a member of the Salem United Methodist Church for over 30 years.

    Mrs. Schwegler is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Arthur (Majory) Battel of Cass City, and one sister, Mrs. Mary Buehrly of Ubly. Two daughters, Mr. J.F. (Mildred) KLEIN and Mrs. Philo (Alma Fern) HOWE, preceded her in death.

    Funeral services were conducted at Little's funeral home, Cass City, with Rev. Robert Von Oeyen of the Fraser United Presbyterian Church and Rev. Clare Patton of the Salem United Methodist Church officiating.

    Burial was in Elkland Township Cemetery.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Spring 2007)

    Joanna married Benjamin Adam Schwegler on 11 May 1915 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. Benjamin (son of Andreas "Andrew" Schwegler and Louisa Benkelman) was born on 15 Feb 1886 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 27 May 1961 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 289. Mildred "Mid" Mary Schwegler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 29 Oct 1916 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 8 Apr 1976 in Port Huron, St. Clair County, Michigan; was buried on 10 Apr 1976 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    2. 290. Marjory Magdalene Schwegler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 26 Apr 1918 in Elkland Township, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 20 Apr 2008 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 24 Apr 2008 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    3. 291. Alma Fern Schwegler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 8 Sep 1920 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 30 Sep 1965 in Oak Ridge, Anderson County, Tennessee; was buried in Oak Ridge Memorial Park, Anderson County, Tennessee.

  83. 146.  Martha Alice Mark Descendancy chart to this point (50.Emeline3, 10.John2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 16 Nov 1893 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 16 Jan 1983 in Marlette, Sanilac County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Thursday, January 27, 1983

    Martha A. Darling dies at 89

    Martha A. Darling, 89, of 4845 Richards Road, Snover, died January 16 at the Marlette Extended Care Facility after a lengthy illness.

    She was born Martha Mark, November 16, 1893, in Cass City and married Owen Darling April 16, 1916 in Caro. They spent most of their married life in Sanilac county. He died February 16, 1969.

    Mrs. Darling was a member of Decker United Methodist Church.

    She is survived by two daughters, Mary (Mrs. Carl) GEISTER, Decker and Norma (Mrs. Clark) CRYDERMAN, Drayton Plains; six sons, Robert and Fred, both of Marlette; Mark, Pontiac; James, Snover; Donald, Kingston and Gerald, Lake Orion; 13 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, 7 step great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Mrs. Mary BUEHRLY, Ubly, and Mrs. Lena SCHWEGLER, Cass City. Two sons, Grant and Frank, died when infants.

    Funeral services were held January 19 at the Marsh Funeral Chapel, Marlette, Rev. James Rule of the Decker United Methodist Church officiating.

    Organist was Kay SIMS and singer was Paula MARSHALL.

    Pallbearers were Gordon CRYDERMAN, Bradley CRYDERMAN, Tim DARLING, Dick DARLING, John DARLING, and Ted ROBERSON.

    Burial was in Elkland Cemetery.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Summer 2007)



    (Research):
    Vol. 23 of the STRIFFLER-BENKELMAN BROADCAST, dated September 7, 1963, noted that Martha Mark Darling was the great-grandmother of the newly born Brian J. Woodward, son of Mr. and Mrs. Delbert Woodward of Decker, Michigan. Brian was on on March 31, 1963.

    Martha married Owen W. Darling on 19 Apr 1916 in Caro, Tuscola County, Michigan. Owen was born on 15 Dec 1890 in Negaunee, Marquette County, Michigan; died on 16 Feb 1969 in Decker, Sanilac County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 292. Mark Owen Darling  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 2 Jul 1920 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 9 May 1996 in Pontiac, Oakland County, Michigan; was buried in White Chapel Cemetery, Troy, Oakland County, Michigan.
    2. 293. James "Jim" Morley Darling  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 15 Jul 1922 in Evergreen Township, Sanilac County, Michigan; died on 29 Sep 2020 in Filion, Huron County, Michigan; was buried in Rock Falls Cemetery, Harbor Beach, Huron, Michigan.
    3. 294. Grant Darling  Descendancy chart to this point was born about 1925 in Evergreen Township, Sanilac County, Michigan; died before 1930.
    4. 295. Donald Charles Darling  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 3 Mar 1927 in Evergreen Township, Sanilac County, Michigan; died on 13 Oct 1998 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    5. 296. Mary Eleanor Darling  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 23 Jun 1928 in Evergreen Township, Sanilac County, Michigan; died on 16 Apr 2012 in Deford, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Novesta Township Cemetery, Tuscola County, Michigan.
    6. 297. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    7. 298. Robert D. Darling  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 24 Sep 1934 in Decker, Sanilac County, Michigan; died on 8 Dec 2015 in Marlette, Sanilac County, Michigan; was buried in Marlette Cemetery, Marlette, Sanilac County, Michigan.
    8. 299. Fredrick "Fred" L. Darling  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 24 Oct 1934 in Michigan; died on 29 Sep 2003 in Michigan.
    9. 300. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  84. 147.  Alma May Mark Descendancy chart to this point (50.Emeline3, 10.John2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 31 Aug 1895 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 16 Jun 1980 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Volume 23 of the Striffler-Benkelman Broadcast, dated September 7, 1963, noted that Alma Seeger purchased the home of the Boughton Estate just across the corner from this church (EUB), and has recently moved into it from her apartment in the Ricker-Krahling Building up town.

    Cass City Chronicle
    June 19, 1980
    Page 10

    Mrs. Seeger dies suddenly at 84

    Alma Seeger, 84, of Cass City died suddenly Monday at her home.

    Police said she apparently succumbed to carbon monoxide poisoning in her garage. Though an exact cause of death is pending a medical examiner's report, police said she apparently took her own life.

    Mrs. Striffler was born August 31, 1895, in Cass City, the daughter of the late Archibald & Emeline (Striffler) Mark.

    Miss Mark married Louis Krahling Nov. 5, 1927 in Cass City. Krahling died September 15, 1936.

    June 18, 1939, Mrs. Krahling married Andrew Seeger in Detroit. The couple moved to Cass City from Greenleaf towsnhip in 1940.

    Mrs. Seeger was a member of Salem United Methodist Church, serving as treasurer for many years. She was also a member of the United Methodist Women and the Cass City Chapter of the AARP.

    She is survived by one daughter, Sharon HARRIS of Grand Rapids, [born to Andrew Seeger by his first wife, Bessie Gracey] three sisters, Mary BUEHRLY of Ubly, Lena SCHWEGLER of Cass City, and Martha DARLING of Marlette. Also surviving are on brother, Edward MARK of Cass City, and two grandchildren. Funeral services are Thursday at 1 p.m. from Salem United Methodist Church. Rev. Eldred Kelley will officiate.

    Burial will be in the Elkland township cemetery.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Summer 2007)

    Alma married Louis Krahling on 5 Nov 1927 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. Louis was born on 11 Aug 1885 in Gadshill, Ontario, Canada; died on 15 Sep 1936 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Alma married Andrew J. Seeger on 18 Jun 1939 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan. Andrew was born on 16 Nov 1893 in Greenleaf Township, Sanilac County, Michigan; died on 3 Jul 1959 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; was buried on 7 Jul 1959 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  85. 148.  Irvine Albert StrifflerIrvine Albert Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (51.George3, 10.John2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 27 Mar 1906 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 5 Jun 1969 in Marysville, Union County, Ohio; was buried in Oakdale Cemetery, Marysville, Union County, Ohio.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Friday, Jun 8, 1923
    Page One
    Largest Class in H.S. History
    The largest class ever to be graduated from the Cass City high school, 17 boys and 26 girls, will be presented with diplomas at the opera house next Thursday evening...the Class Day program included a class history, Irvine Striffler...class prophecy, Wilma Striffler...both were listed as member of the Class of '23

    Cass City Chronicle
    Thursday, June 12, 1969

    Irvine Striffler dies in Ohio

    Funeral services were held Monday for Irvine Albert Striffler, 63, of Marysville, Ohio; a past resident of Cass City.

    He died June 5 and his burial will be in Marysville.

    He is a retired chemist and director of the control laboratory of Nestle Corporation.

    His father was George Albert Striffler and his mother the former Cora Bell Benkelman, both deceased.

    He is survived by his wife, Mary Janski, and a daughter, Mary Ann, at home.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Summer 2007)

    Irvine married Mary Adelaide Jansky in Apr 1945. Mary (daughter of Cyril Jansky and Nellie M. Moreau) was born on 3 Apr 1913 in Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin; died on 18 Jun 1989 in Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio; was buried in Oakdale Cemetery, Marysville, Union County, Ohio. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 301. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  86. 149.  John Stanley BienJohn Stanley Bien Descendancy chart to this point (52.Salome3, 10.John2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 8 Dec 1892 in Pigeon, Huron County, Michigan; died on 5 Dec 1967 in Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan; was buried on 8 Dec 1967 in Deepdale Memorial Park, Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    When he completed his registration card for World War I, John S. Bien was shown as age 24, being born December 8, 1892 in Pigeon, Huron County, Michigan. His occupation was shown as teaching, but he was not employed at the time of the registration, and was a resident of Cass City. He was single, tall, medium build, with brown eyes and black hair, and it was noted that he had a "poor knee." He signed the application as John Stanley Bien.

    According to the 1920 census enumeration, J. Stanley Bien was Principal of the School for the Blind in Lansing, Michigan. He was living at the school, listed as age 27, born in Michigan, with his father born in Canada(English) and his mother born in Michigan. His occupation was listed as both Principal/Teacher. Stanley was shown as married to Ruth, age 26, who was born in England to English parents. At the time of that census, they had a one year old daughter, Ruth Jane, born in Michigan.

    On January 7, 1949, it was front page headline news in Cass City that "J. Stanley Bien Is New Purchasing Director for State: Former Cass City Young Many Has Responsible Position at Lansing." The article noted that Bien has graduated from Cass City High School in 1911, and served as acting director of the purchasing department since the resignation in the last summer of Eugene Cumpp. He was to be in the highest classification of civil servants, with a starting salary of $9,180 annual. He was born Dec. 8, 1892, on a farm in Windsor Township, Huron County, between Pigeon and Bay Port, Bien when with his mother, Miss Salome Striffler, to her parental home near Cass City after the death of his father, WIlliam, in 1895. John Striffler, well known Elkland Township farmer, was his maternal grandfather. Bien worked in the vicinity of Cass City after he was graduated until the fall of 1914 when he entered Battle Creek College affiliated with Battle Creek Sanitarium, but was forced to give up his physical culture course because of a football injury. He transferred to Western Michigan College where he finished in 1916. He was principal of the Michigan School for the Blind from 1917 to 1922.

    In 1937, he re-entered state employment. serving four years as procurement supervisor for the State Highway Department. In 1941, he was transferred to the State Administrative Board as assistant to the secretary and sided in the organization of the Purchasing Division under civil service. He became deputy director in 1946."

    His obituary was published in the Cass City Chronicle on Thursday, December 14, 1967, page 6.

    Former area man dies downstate

    J. Stanley Bien of 225 Strathmore, Lansing, died Tuesday, Dec. 5, in a Lansing hospital. He was born near Cass City and lived in the area until after he graduated from Cass City High School.

    Bien had completed 46 years of service with the State of Michigan. At the time of his retirement in 1953 he was state purchashing director. Early in his career he was principal of the Michigan School for the Blind.

    He was active in church and community affairs as a member of the Central Methodist church and the Men's Club, Capital Lodge S. O. No. 66 F&AM, and the Hi-Twelve Club, all of Lansing.

    Mr. Bien was the first recipient of hte Homer Hauger award in 1956 from the National Association of Purchasing Agents for outstanding contributions to the purchasing profession. He was past president of the Central Michigan Purchasing association and of the National Association of Purchasing Agents.

    Surviving are his wife, Ruth M. of Lansing; two daughters, Mrs. Robert Block of Lansing and Mrs. Emerson W. Peet of Atlanta, and six grandchildren.

    Services were ehld at the Estes-Deadley Colonial Chapel at 2:30 p.m. Friday, December 8, with burial in Deepdale Memorial Park.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Summer 2007)


    (Research):
    Census Listings:

    1920 Census
    Michigan, Ingham County, Lansing, School for the Blind
    Enumerated 21 Jan 1920
    SD 5 ED 97 Sheet 21 A Ward 4 Stamped 21

    Bien, J. Stanley Principal M W 27 M Mich Canada Eng Mich Principal Teacher
    Bien, Ruth Wife F W 26 M Un Un England English England English England English Teacher
    Bien, Ruth Jane Dtr F W ?? S Mich Mich England

    1930 Census
    Michigan, Ingham, Lansing City, Ward 7, 4th precinct
    Enumerated April 9, 1930
    ED 33-47 SD 12/13 Sheets 9B and 10A Stamped 233
    Shiawasee Street
    837-146-202
    Bien, J. Stanley Hd R$35 M W 37 M@23 Mich Mich Mich Selecting Manager Wholesale Paper
    Bien, Ruth R Wf F W 36 M@22 England England England/English
    Bien, Ruth Jane Dtr F W 11 S Mich Mich England
    Bien, Sally Ann Dtr F W 3 2/12 Mich Mich England

    John married Ruth ??? on 20 Jan 1917. Ruth was born about 1894 in England, United Kingdom; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 302. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    2. 303. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  87. 150.  Paul Preston Bien Descendancy chart to this point (52.Salome3, 10.John2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 4 May 1894 in Pigeon, Huron County, Michigan; died on 27 Apr 1955 in Houston, Harris County, Texas; was buried in South Park Cemetery, Houston, Harris County, Texas.

    Notes:

    When he completed his draft registration for World War I, he was working as a farmer in Kalamazoo for Mrs. Jennie Cavender. He listed his location of birth as Pigeon, Huron County, Michigan. He was shown as medium heighth, medium build, with brown eyes and hair.

    At the time of the 1920 census, he was a lodger in a boarding home in Ward Six, the 12th District, Detroit, with his occupation listed as Real Estate Salesman. In 1930, census records still show him as a boarder in Detroit, with his occupation as Retail Auto Salesman, and shown as a veteran of the World War. He was living in the 21st Ward, in the home of Elvin and Orpha Freeman, and incorrectly indexed as Paul BIEM. He was single at the time of both enumerations.

    The Striffler-Benkelman Broadcast, Volume 10, dated September 1, 1947, reported that Mr. and Mrs. Paul Bien and two daughters of Houston, Texas visited relatives in Detroit, Lansing and Cass City. Paul has been away seventeen years.

    Art Peck's book published a brief obituary, which appears to have been published in Cass City.

    "Paul Bien, 60, former resident (Cass City) died April 27 (1955 penciled in) in Houston, Texas after two weeks illness caused by a heart attack. Mr. Bien left Detroit 25 years ago to make his home in Houston and is survived by his wife; two daughters; a step-son and two brothers, J. Stanley Bien of Lansing and Wm. Bien of East Syracuse, N.Y."

    Name: Paul Preston Bien
    Death Date: 27 Apr 1955
    Death Place: Houston, Harris, Texas
    Gender: Male
    Race:
    Death Age: 60 years 11 months 23 days
    Estimated Birth Date: 1895
    Birth Date:
    Birthplace: Bay Port, Michigan
    Marital Status:
    Spouse's Name:
    Father's Name: William H. Bien
    Father's Birthplace: Ontario, Canada
    Mother's Name: Salene Striffer
    Mother's Birthplace: Cass City, Michigan
    Occupation: Salesman, Radio School
    Place of Residence:
    Cemetery:
    Burial Place:
    Burial Date:
    Additional Relatives:
    Film Number: 2114388
    Digital Film Number: 4165531
    Image Number: 1840
    Reference Number: 18453
    Collection: Texas Deaths, 1890-1976


    (Medical):See attached sources.

    Paul married Helena B. Shaneyfelt on 22 Jun 1920 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan. Helena was born about 1902 in Maryland; and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Paul married Anna Sue O'Brien before 1936. Anna was born about 1909 in Houston, Harris County, Texas; died on 2 Sep 1947 in Lafayette, Lafayette Parish, Louisiana. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 304. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    2. 305. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  88. 151.  William Daniel Bien Descendancy chart to this point (52.Salome3, 10.John2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 23 Dec 1895 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 24 Apr 1964 in Syracuse, Onondaga County, New York.

    Notes:

    At the time he completed his draft registration for World War I, he was a student at Western State Normal School in Kalamazoo. He was shown as being born on December 23, 1985 in Cass City, Michigan. He was listed as of medium heighth, stout build, with dark brown eyes and hair.

    Art Peck writes that he was an "Educator in New York State. He purchased a 25 acre farm about 8 miles west of Syracuse."

    The Striffler-Benkelman Broadcast, Volume 10, dated September 1, 1947, reported that Mr. and Mrs. William Bien of Syracuse, N.Y. visited Stanley Bien's in Lansing, and that their son Bill was in Japan and their daughter Louise was married.

    (Research):Census Listings:

    1930 Census
    Minnesota, Ramsey County, St. Paul City, Ward 7, Block 21
    1 continued
    Enumerated April 2, 1930
    ED 62-102 SD 8 Sheet 2B
    Grand Avenue (Appears to have been a fourplex)
    622-14-37
    Bien, Wm. D. Hd M W M@27 Mich Mich Mich Salesman Electric Fixtures
    Bien, Marion Wf F W 35 M@28 Pa Pa Pa
    Bien, Louise Dtr F W 6 S West Virginia Mich Pa
    Bien, William Son M W 1 3/12 S Va Mich Pa

    William married Marion Louise Lillibridge about 1923. Marion was born on 4 Apr 1894 in Port Allegany, Mckean County, Pennsylvania; died on 20 Aug 1976 in Greensburg, Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 306. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    2. 307. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  89. 152.  Irene Kaiser Descendancy chart to this point (56.Esther3, 10.John2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 6 Feb 1910 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 2 Jan 1979 in Saint Clair Shores, Macomb County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Cass City, Michigan, October 28, 1927

    Paul BIEN and Miss Irene KAISER, both of Detroit, spent the week-end with relatives in Cass City.

    Volume 14 of the STRIFFLER-BENKELMAN BROADCAST, dated September 3, 1951, reported that she "is now located in a new position as Secretary to Vice-President fo Rotary Electric Steel Co. in Detroit.

    Irene married William Quigley on 22 Aug 1929 in Detroit, Athens County, Ohio. William was born on 6 Jun 1908 in Sault Sainte Marie, Chippewa County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 308. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    2. 309. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    3. 310. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    4. 311. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    5. 312. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  90. 153.  Kenneth William Kaiser Descendancy chart to this point (56.Esther3, 10.John2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 25 Nov 1911 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 19 Nov 1976 in Rockford, Kent County, Michigan.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    Thursday, December 2, 1976

    K. Kaiser, 65, dies Nov. 19

    Kenneth Kaiser, 65, former Cass City resident, died Nov. 19 at Rockford, Michigan. He was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. William R. Kaiser.

    Funeral services, with the Rev. Robert Z. Myers of Rockford officiating, were held November 22 at a Rockford funeral home.

    Survivors included his wife, Lois; on son, Robert of Grand Rapids; two daughters, Barbara Andrews of Rockford and Betty Klenklosky of Bloomington, Indiana, and four grandchildren. Also surviving are two sisters, Irene Quigley of St. Clair Shores and Ruth Glickman of Tuscon, Arizona and New Rochelle, New York.

    Area relatives are cousins, Leonard Striffler, Mrs. Gertrude Falkenhagen, Edward Mark, Mrs. Mary Buehrly, Mrs. Alma Seeger and Mrs. Lena Schwegler.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Summer 2007)

    Kenneth married Lois Ruth Milkins on 22 Jun 1940 in Leamington, Ontario, Canada. Lois was born on 26 Sep 1916; died on 3 Sep 1997 in Rockford, Kent County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 313. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    2. 314. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    3. 315. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  91. 154.  John Kaiser Descendancy chart to this point (56.Esther3, 10.John2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 26 Dec 1914 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 16 Nov 1975 in Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.

    Notes:

    Cass City Chronicle
    June 2, 1939
    Local Items
    Page 3

    Mr. and Mrs. William R. KAISER, son John and Miss Eloise WILKINS, all of Detroit, spent Saturday with relatives and friends her. Mrs. KAISER remained and is spending the week with her sister, Miss Martha STRIFFLER, and other relatives, here.

    (Transcribed by Melinda McLemore Strong, Summer 2007)

    John married Eloise Wilkins on 30 Aug 1940. Eloise was born on 18 Jun 1918; died on 22 Aug 1994 in Lancaster, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 316. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    2. 317. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  92. 155.  Ruth Kaiser Descendancy chart to this point (56.Esther3, 10.John2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 4 Apr 1923 in Cass City, Tuscola County, Michigan; died on 10 Sep 1993 in Tuscon, Pima County, Arizona.

    Notes:

    The Striffler-Benkelman Broadcast, Vol. 5, September 1, 1941 reported that Ruth Kaiser had graduated from Cass Technical High School in Detroit.

    The Striffler-Benkelman Broadcast, Vol. 7, September 4, 1944, noted that Ruth Kaiser was graduated as a registered nurse from the University Hospital Ann Arbor, in June 1944. Vol. 8, of the same newsletter (published September 3, 1945) wrote that "Ruth Kaiser, R.N. is in essential nursing in the University Hospital at Ann Arbor, Michigan."





    Ruth married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 318. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    2. 319. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  93. 156.  Living Descendancy chart to this point (57.David3, 10.John2, 1.Ottila1)

    Living married Living [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 320. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    2. 321. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    3. 322. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    4. 323. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    5. 324. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  94. 157.  Van G. Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (58.Philip3, 11.David2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 16 Oct 1892 in Lockport, Niagara County, New York; died on 3 Feb 1966 in San Diego County, California.

    Notes:

    California Death Index:

    STRIFFLER VAN G 10/16/1892 VONVOLKE M SAN DIEGO(80) 02/03/1966 123-12-2062 73 yrs

    (Research):Census Information:

    1920 Census
    New York, Niagara County, Town of Lockport
    Enumerated 10, 12 and 13 January 1920
    SD 20 ED 227 Sheet 1B
    Fm 17-17
    Striffler, Van G Hd M W 27 M NY NY Mich Farmer
    Striffler, Hattie W Wf F W 21 M NY NY NY
    Striffler, Donald L Son M W 1 9/12 S NY NY

    1930 Census
    New York, Niagara County, Lockport Town
    Enumerated April 9, 1930
    Sheet 3A Stamped 98
    50-52
    Striffler, Van G Hd O $4500 M W 37 M 26 NY NY NY Roller Radiator Factory
    Striffler, Hattie W Wf F W 31 M 20 NY NY NY
    Striffler, Donald L Son M W 12 S NY NY NY
    Striffler, Philip E Son M W 10 S NY NY NY
    Striffler, Maria Mother F W 69 Wd Mich NY NY

    Van married Hattie Worden Ranney about 1919 in New York. Hattie was born on 1 Dec 1898 in New York; died on 1 Jan 1985 in San Diego County, California. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 325. Donald Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 10 Mar 1918 in Niagara County, New York; died on 21 Jun 2007 in Lockport, Niagara County, New York.
    2. 326. Philip Edward Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 9 Feb 1920 in Niagara County, New York; died on 5 May 1979 in San Diego County, California.
    3. 327. Living  Descendancy chart to this point
    4. 328. Van George Striffler, Jr.  Descendancy chart to this point was born on 7 Jul 1934 in California; died on 26 Apr 1995.

  95. 158.  Glenn Allen Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (59.John3, 11.David2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 18 Aug 1886 in New York; died on 3 Jan 1970 in Niagara County, New York; was buried in Cold Spring Cemetery, Lockport, Niagara County, New York.

    Notes:

    Niagara Falls NY Gazette
    Monday, January 5, 1970

    Lockport - Glenn A. Striffler, 83, of 1564 Franklin St., Olcott, Died Saturday (Jan. 3, 1970) at Newfane Inter-Community Memorial Hospital after a long illness.

    A native of the Rapids, he was born Aug 18, 1886, son of John and Ida Leinbach Striffler. He had formerly lived in Lockport, moving to Olcott five years ago.

    He was a retired inspection foreman for the Harrison Radiator Division, General Motors Corp., where he had worked for many years. He retired in 1964. He was a member of the Methodist Church of Olcott, the Foreman's Club of Harrison's and a former member of the United Lodge 98, IOOF.

    He is survived by his widow, Ruth Hancock Striffler; two sons, Leslie J. of Gasport and William A. of Olcott; a step-son, Charles Hancock of Atlanta, Ga., a brother, Floyd Striffler of Lockport; a sister, Mrs. Mabel Riley of Kenmore; eight grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

    Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Prudden and Kandt Funeral Home, where services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday. The Rev. Harry R. Lee will officiate.

    Burial will be in Cold Spring Cemetery.

    (Courtesy of Judith Muck)


    (Research):
    Census Inforomation:

    1930 Census

    New York, Niagara County, Lockport, Eighth Ward
    Enumerated 9 Apr 1930
    SD 32-27 SD 6 Sheet 8A Stamped 64
    Bacon St
    182-191
    Striffler, Glenn Hd $3500 M W 43 M 26 NY NY NY Chief Inspector Gear Co
    Striffler, Maud Wf F W 39 M 23 NY NY NY Manager Ladies Wearing
    Striffler, Leslie Son W M 14 S NY NY NY
    Wiser,Roland? Jack Lodger M W 9 S NY NY NY
    Sunnyside Street
    27-136-195
    Striffler, John B Hd O $3300 m W 65 M 20 NY NY NY Tool Clerk Machine Shop
    Striffler, Ida Wf F W 66 M 21 NY Pennsylvania NY

    Glenn married Maude H. Damerow about 1913. Maude was born on 14 Apr 1890 in Lockport, Niagara County, New York; died on 8 Apr 1947 in Lockport, Niagara County, New York; was buried in Cold Spring Cemetery, Lockport, Niagara County, New York. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 329. Leslie Striffler  Descendancy chart to this point was born about 1914 in New York; and died.
    2. 330. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  96. 159.  Mabel E. Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (59.John3, 11.David2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 21 Nov 1887 in New York; died on 3 Feb 1976 in Buffalo, Erie County, New York; was buried in Elm Lawn Cemetery, Tonawanda, Erie County, New York.

    Notes:

    The STRIFFLER-BENKELMAN BROACAST-1964 reported that Mr. Walter Riley and Mabel Striffler Riley of Kenmore, N.Y., a Buffalo suburb, were celebrating their wedding of 1914 (just 50 years ago in June) when Mr. and Mrs. Stanley A. Striffler made a short visit to Buffalo on the cruise ship the S.S. South American. Besides reminiscing about their wedding trip to Cass City, the Rileys took the Strifflers on a tour of the Towanda area and the Riley Gear Plant. Mabel is of the John Striffler family in New York and related news of the Lockport contingent of the family.


    North Tonawanda NY Evening News
    Wednesday, February 4, 1976

    RILEY -

    Mabel M. Riley, Feb. 3, 1976, of the Blocker Homes, Williamsville, N.Y.

    Beloved wife of the late Walter J. Riley; mother of Donald W. (Ellen C.) Riley and Mrs. Harley G. (Norma J.) Styer, sister of Floyd Striffler of Lockport; grandmother of Ms. Karen E. Riley, Larry E. and Diane L. Styer.

    Friends may call Wenesday from 2-4 and 7-9 at the Lester H. Wedekindt, Inc., Funeral Home, 3290 Delaware Ave. Funeral service in the Little Chapel of the Elms, Elmlawn Cemetery, Thursday mornina at eleven o'clock. Friends are invited. Flowers gratefully declined. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the Heart Association of WNY, c/o Statler Hilton, Buffalo, N.Y. 14202.

    Mrs. Riley was a member of the Kenmore Baptist Church.

    (Courtesy of Judith Muck)

    Mabel married Walter James Riley in Jun 1914 in New York. Walter was born on 13 Jun 1886 in Lockport, Niagara County, New York; died on 7 Jan 1966 in Erie County, New York; was buried in Elm Lawn Cemetery, Tonawanda, Erie County, New York. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  97. 160.  Roy Clifford Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (59.John3, 11.David2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 8 Aug 1889 in New York; died on 5 Oct 1962 in Lockport, Niagara County, New York; was buried in Cold Spring Cemetery, Lockport, Niagara County, New York.

    Notes:

    Roy Clifford Striffler (8 Aug 1889/90, NY - 5 Oct 1962, NY, buried Cold Spring Cemetery, Lockport, Niagara County, NY)

    Niagara Falls Gazette, October 5, 1966:
    Oil Salesman, 72, Is Killed As Cars Crash in Beebe Road

    NEWFANE - A 72 year old salesman for the Dahl Oil Co. here for the last five years was killed instantly at 9:58 a.m. today in a head-on , two-car crackup in rain-slicked Beebe Road, about a mile north of Ridge Road. Roy C. Striffler, 566 High St., was pronounced dead at the scene by County Coroner Dr. George V. Muscato. Death was due to head and internal injuries according to the Sheriff's Department.

    Chester L. Borget, 21, of 2720 Ridge Road, Ransomville, the other drive , was shaken up and treated and released at Ransomville General Hospital.

    Sheriff's Deputies William M. Sibolski, William H. Munch and Paul E. Crane, and Criminal Deputy John W. Cole investigated.

    Mr. Borget told the deputies he was traveling north in Beebe Road and that the Striffler car was headed south when the collision occured. He said the Striffler car apparently was attempting to make a left turn into a driveway.

    Fred Dahl, owner of the Dahl firm, Park Avenue, said Mr. Striffler left the office this morning to collect bills and that he was "in his usual good spirits." He said Mr. and Mrs. Striffler had celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in June.

    Mr. Striffler, who formerly operated the Elevated Coal Co., Lockport, for several years, had been a salesman for the Dahl firm since Jan 1, 1957. Before working at Dahl's he had been a salesman for the Crosby-Whipple Oil Col, here.

    Surviving besides his wife, are a daughter, Mrs. Clement H. Whitmore, and two brothers, Floyd and Glen Striffler, all of Lockport. Funeral arrancgements were being made.

    (Courtesy of Judith Muck)


    (Research):Census Information:

    1930 Census
    New York, Niagara County, Lockport City, 3rd Ward
    Enumerated April 2, 1930
    ED 32-17 SD 6 Sheet 1B
    144-26-27
    Striffler, Roy C Hd R $40 M W 40 M 23 NY NY NY Joint Manager, Coal Company
    Striffler, Edith J Wf F W 40 m 23 NY England Canada/English
    Striffler, Lois E Dtr F W 16 S NY NY NY

    Roy married Edith L. Martin about 1907. Edith was born on 23 Mar 1888 in Lockport, Niagara County, New York; died on 10 Jan 1977 in Lockport, Niagara County, New York; was buried in Cold Spring Cemetery, Lockport, Niagara County, New York. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  98. 161.  Floyd Wallace Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (59.John3, 11.David2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 16 Jan 1893 in New York; died in Jun 1983 in Buffalo, Erie County, New York; was buried in Cold Spring Cemetery, Lockport, Niagara County, New York.

    Family/Spouse: Sarah L. Gardner. Sarah was born on 5 Jan 1892 in New York; died in Jun 1982 in Buffalo, Erie County, New York; was buried in Cold Spring Cemetery, Lockport, Niagara County, New York. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  99. 162.  Paul William Lazell Descendancy chart to this point (60.Christina3, 11.David2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 21 Apr 1893 in Chautauqua County, New York; died on 14 Jun 1951 in Jamestown, Chautauqua County, New York; was buried in Lake View Cemetery, Chautauqua County, New York.

    Notes:

    (Research):

    Census Listings:

    1930 Census
    New York, Chautauqua County, Jamestown City, Sixth Ward, Second District
    Enumerated 14 Apr 1930
    ED 7-78 SD 12 Sheet 17B
    Francis St
    106-343-406
    Manges, Edgar SA Head M W 64 m 25 Pa Pa Pa Engineer Railroad\\
    Manges, Elzaa A Wf F W 62 M 23 Pa Pa Pa
    116-358-464
    Lazell, Paul W Head O 9000 M W 35 m 23 NY NY NY VicePresident Bank
    Lazell, Marion M Wf F W 34 M 21 NY Pa Pa
    Lazell, Maxine M Dtr F W 10 S NY NY NY
    Lazell, Jean E Dtr F W 5 S NY NY NY

    Paul married Marion M. Manges on 7 Jun 1916 in Chautauqua County, New York. Marion was born on 30 Jan 1896 in Jamestown, Chautauqua County, New York; died on 21 May 1990 in Anchorage, Anchorage Borough, Alaska; was buried in Lake View Cemetery, Chautauqua County, New York. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Children:
    1. 331. Maxine M. Lazell  Descendancy chart to this point was born about 1920 in Chautauqua County, New York; and died.
    2. 332. Living  Descendancy chart to this point

  100. 163.  Margaret A. Lazell Descendancy chart to this point (60.Christina3, 11.David2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 6 Sep 1899 in Chautauqua County, New York; died on 15 Aug 1966 in Granby, Hartford County, Connecticut.

    Notes:

    Hartford Courant
    September 29, 1966, page 58

    Mrs. Margaret A. Lazell Anderson, 67, of 41 Rondure Rod., Granby, wife of Theodore L. Anderson, died Wednesday in a local convalescent home.

    A native of Jamestown, NY., she lived in Hartford and Windsor before moving here four years ago. She was a member of Emanuel Congregational Church of Harford. She leaves, besides her husband, a daughter, Mrs. Avrom Greenberg with whom she made her home.

    Funeral services and burial will be private at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. memorial contributions may be made to the memorial fund of the First congreational Church of Granby. Hayes-Huling Funeral Home, 364 Salmon Brook St. is in charge of arrangements.

    (Courtesy of Judith Muck)

    Margaret married Theodore L. Anderson between 1930 and 1935. Theodore was born on 29 Dec 1904 in New York; died in Jul 1985 in Granby, Hartford County, Connecticut. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  101. 164.  Lewis Striffler Lazell Descendancy chart to this point (60.Christina3, 11.David2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 28 Jan 1903 in Chautauqua County, New York; died on 9 Aug 1954 in Battle Creek, Calhoun County, Michigan; was buried in Walnut Ridge Cemetery, Jeffersonville, Clark County, Indiana.

    Family/Spouse: Dorothy B. Ketchum. Dorothy was born on 14 May 1905 in Jamestown, Chautauqua County, New York; died on 30 Jun 1976 in Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo County, Michigan; was buried in Riverside Cemetery, Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Family/Spouse: Alice E. Kraft. Alice was born on 12 Jan 1912 in Jeffersonville, Clark County, Indiana; died on 5 Sep 1965 in Franklin, Johnson County, Indiana; was buried in Walnut Ridge Cemetery, Jeffersonville, Clark County, Indiana. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  102. 165.  William Frederick Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (62.Edward3, 11.David2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 27 Jul 1903 in Economy Borough, Beaver County, Pennsylvania; died on 18 Nov 1979 in Melbourn, Brevard County, Florida; was buried in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, Daugherty Township, Rochester, Beaver County, Pennsylvania.

    Notes:

    Beaver County Times
    November 20, 1978, page 3

    William F. Striffler Sr., 76, of 6116 Isla St., Melbourne, Fla., died Sunday, Nov. 18, 1979, in the Melbourne Hospital following an extended illness.

    Born July 27, 1903 in Economy Borough, son of the late Edward F. and Mary Kindleberger Striffler, he had lived in Economy borough until moving to Florida in 1968; was a retired employee of H.D. Porter Co., Ambridge, retiring in 1968; a member of St. Matthews Lutheran Church, Economy Borough, and was a lifetime member of the Economy Volunteer Fire Department.

    Surviving are his widow, Iva Willoughby Striffler; two sons, William F. Jr., Melbourne, and Jack T., Economy Borough; two daughers, Mrs. Norman (Margaret) Kopp, Melbourne, and Mrs. Lillian Sessie, Aliquippa; 14 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Byron (Margaret) Blackford, Ingomar, and Mrs. Alva (Anna) McKinney, Wexford.

    He was preceded in death by a son, Harry in 1963, and a brother, Joseph A., in 1975.

    Friends are being received today from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. in the Kenneth E. Hare Funeral Home, 500 Park Rd., Ambridge, where a service will be conducted Wednesday at 2 p.m., with his pastor, Rev. Charles Shade, officiating.

    Interment will take place in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, Daugherty Township.

    (Courtesy of Judith Muck)

    Family/Spouse: Iva Willoughby. Iva was born on 27 Oct 1903 in Hawk Run, Clearfield County, Pennsylvania; died on 3 Jan 1981 in Melbourn, Brevard County, Florida; was buried in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, Daugherty Township, Rochester, Beaver County, Pennsylvania. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  103. 166.  Joseph A. Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (62.Edward3, 11.David2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 16 Nov 1904 in Somerset County, Pennsylvania; died on 1 Dec 1975 in Sewickley, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania; was buried in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, Daugherty Township, Rochester, Beaver County, Pennsylvania.

    Notes:

    Beaver County Times
    Dec. 2, 1975 page
    Joseph A. Striffler, 71, of Big Sewickley Creek Road, RD 3 Sewickley, died Monday, Dec. 1 1975, in Sewickley Valley Hospital following an extended illness.

    Born Nov. 16, 1904, in Old Economy, son of the late Edward F. and Mary Kindelburger Striffler, he was a life-long resident of the Ambridge area.

    He was a former employe of Armco Steel Corp., Ambridge retiring in 1964, and was a member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Ambridge.

    Surviving are his widow, Florence Guenon Striffler; a son, Edward F., Economy; two daughters, Mrs. Clarence (mary Lee) Holler, Warrendale, and Mrs. Paul (Louise) Yoos, Clarks Mills, Pa; nine grandchildren; two great-grandchildren, a brother William Striffler, Melbourne, Fla.; and two sisters, Mrs. Byron (Margaret) Blackford, Ingomar, and Mrs. Alva (Anna) McKinney, Wexford.

    Friends are being received today and Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. in the Kenneth E. Hare Funeral Home, 500 Park Road, Ambridge.

    The body will be taken Thursday at 12 noon to Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Ridge Road Extension, Ambridge, to be in state until time of service at 1 p.m. The Rev. Richard R. Heineman, his pastor, will officiate.

    Interment will be in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, Daugherty Township.

    (Courtesy of Judith Muck)

    Family/Spouse: Florence Frances Guenon. Florence was born on 21 Nov 1904 in French Town, Crawford County, Pennsylvania; died on 30 Dec 1996 in Greenville, Mercer County, Pennsylvania. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  104. 167.  John E. Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (62.Edward3, 11.David2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 9 Mar 1906 in Beaver County, Pennsylvania; died on 1 Jan 1964 in Jefferson County, Ohio; was buried in Hopewell Cemetery, Jefferson County, Ohio.

    Notes:

    Steubenville Herald Star
    Friday, January 3, 1964:

    RAYLAND: John E. Striffler, 57, of RD 1. Rayland, died Thursday in his home. He was a mechanic by trade.

    Mr. Striffler was a member of the Bridgeport Lutheran Church.

    He leaves his widow, Mrs. Georgia Littleton Striffler ; four daughters, Mrs. Sandra Duke of Mingo Junction, Mrs. Tricia Dawson of Rayland, Alma (sic) Striffler, serving with the U.S. Navy, and Doris Striffler at home; five sons, John, David, Robert, Larry and Leahdon, all at home; two brothers, William and Joseph, and two sisters, Mrs. Bryan Blacktod and Mrs. Alva McKinney, all in Pennsylvania, and four grandchildren.

    Friends may call at the Ridgley Funeral Home, Smithfield; services Monday, 2 p.m. Hopewell Cemetery.

    (Courtesy of Judith Muck)

    Note by Judith Muck: In the obituary, they refer to Alma Striffler as female. The name is actually Alva Raymond Striffler. I have a notice of his training in the Navy, a notice of his engagement to be married and SSDI listing.

    Family/Spouse: Georgia Virginia Littleton. Georgia was born on 25 Feb 1918 in Jefferson County, Ohio; died on 30 Nov 1992. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  105. 168.  George A. Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (62.Edward3, 11.David2, 1.Ottila1) was born about 1908 in Pennsylvania; died on 1 Mar 1938 in Sewickley, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.

    Notes:

    Beaver County Times
    Wednesday, March 2, 1938
    WOUND FATAL TO SHOOTING VICTIM

    George Stiffler, 31, Economy Township, died in Sewickley hospital Tuesday, several hours after he allegedly shot himself in the right temple with a borrowed rifle. A brother, Joseph Stiffler, found him in his automobile along a lonely road, the gun beside him. The gun belonged to his aunt, Mrs. Mary (sic) Maddern, with whom he resided. She said he had been despondent and out of work.

    (Courtesy of Judith Muck)

    Note by Judith Muck: Mrs. Mattern was a sister of Mary Strifflers. She thinks they have her first name wrong. It should be Wilhelmina.


  106. 169.  Margaret T. Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (62.Edward3, 11.David2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 22 Oct 1909 in Ambridge, Beaver County, Pennsylvania; died on 25 Mar 2004 in Zelienople, Butler County, Pennsylvania.

    Notes:

    Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
    March 29, 2004

    Margaret T.E. Blackford, Formerly of Franklin Park

    Margaret T.E. (Striffler) Watenpool Blackford, 94, formerly of Franklin Park, died Thursday, March 25, 2004, in Passavant Retirement Community, Zelienople. She was born Oct. 22, 1909, in Ambridge to the late Edward and Mary (Kindelberger) Striffler and also was predeceased by her husbands, Allan J. Watenpool and Byron H. Blackford. Margaret was a homemaker and a member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Franklin Park. Surviving are daughter Shirley Wright of Zelienople, son Robert A. Watenpool of Marshall, sister Anna M. McKinney of Zelienople, four grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Visitation from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the HERBERT R. KING JR. FUNERAL HOME INC., 2841 Woodland Circle at Route 8, Hampton. Services at 11 a.m. Monday in Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church. Please meet at the church at 10:30. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Passavant Retirement Community, 401 S. Main St., Zelienople, PA 16063 or Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 2500 Brandt School Road, Wexford, PA 15090. www.kingfuneralhome.com.

    Margaret married Allan J. Watenpool after 1931. Allan was born about 1911; died on 9 Dec 1944 in Franklin, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

    Margaret married Bryon Blackford after 1944. Bryon was born on 23 Oct 1902 in Pennsylvania; died in Nov 1983 in Sewickley, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  107. 170.  Anna M. Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (62.Edward3, 11.David2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 23 Oct 1912 in Ambridge, Beaver County, Pennsylvania; died on 8 Jul 2008 in Zelienople, Butler County, Pennsylvania; was buried in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, Daugherty Township, Rochester, Beaver County, Pennsylvania.

    Notes:

    Anna M. McKinney, Zelienople, Formerly of Franklin Park

    Anna M. (Striffler) McKinney, 95, of Zelienople, formerly of Franklin Park, died Tuesday, July 8, 2008, in Passavant Retirement Community, Zelienople. She was born Oct. 23, 1912, in Ambridge, daughter of the late Edward F. and Mary (Kindleberger) Striffler.

    Mrs. McKinney was a homemaker and a member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church. She is survived by three stepdaughters; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Alva McKinney; sister, Margaret (Watenpool) Blackford; and brothers, Joseph, William, John and George Striffler.

    Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at HERBERT R. KING JR. FUNERAL HOME INC., 2841 Woodland Circle, Allison Park, where funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday with Pastor Fred Schenker officiating. Private interment will be in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park Inc., Rochester, Pa. Complete information at www.kingfuneralhome.com . Memorial donations are suggested

    (Courtesy of Judith Muck)

    Family/Spouse: Alva L. McKinney. Alva was born on 28 Nov 1904 in Pennsylvania; died on 25 Feb 1985 in Pennsylvania; was buried in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, Rochester, Beaver County, Pennsylvania. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]


  108. 171.  Frances Striffler Descendancy chart to this point (63.George3, 11.David2, 1.Ottila1) was born on 23 Oct 1908 in Niagara County, New York; died on 14 Jul 1928 in Lockport, Niagara County, New York.

    Notes:

    Niagara Falls NY Gazette
    Monday, July 16, 1928

    Frances Striffler, 19 years old, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Striffler, of the Martin road, town of Lockport, died early Sunday following an illness of two weeks from a nasal abscess. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the family home and at 2:30 from the Dysinger Baptist church. Interment will be in Dysinger cemetery.

    (Courtesy of Judith Muck)