Joseph Bircky (Burkey)

Other Events and Attributes:

• Occupation: Farmer
• Reference Number: 174
• Religion: Amish Mennonite
• Immigration: 1 Nov 1844, Le Havre to New York
• Residence: 1849, Tazewell Co., IL
• Residence: Abt 1869, Woodford Co., IL
• Residence: Abt 1878, Milford, Seward Co., NE

Notes:

From Roanoke Centennial History:
"Joseph Birkey was born in Bavaria, Germany, in 1816. He came to the United States in 1844, and settled first in New Orleans, Louisiana. He then moved to Tazewell County for one year, then returned to Germany. He married Barbara Eikstein in Bavaria, then returned to the United States."

Joseph, his bride-to-be Barbara Augustine (later 'Eigsti'), her sister Catherine, and his younger brother Valentine sailed on the Kilby, arriving at New Orleans in October 1846. The passenger list shows "Joseph Bircky 29; Augustine Cath. 21; Barbara, 20; and Birky Valentine 26." Christian, Elizabeth, and Catherine migrated in 1846.

On 2 Nov 1861, Joseph petitioned the judge of the Tazewell County Court to name Daniel Uncicker (sic) administrator of the estate of Valentine Birkey. This document gives the date of death as 23 Sept 1861.

Birth:
13.May.1816 born Joseph Bircki.Normal birth with midwife N. Gunzler in Nymphenburg.
Father: Valentin Birki leaseholder from the castle farm Unterweilbach, from Lutterbach/ Alsace
Mother: Elisabeth Unzicker from Breimthal nearby Heidelberg both Anabaptists


Immigration:
On ship Nashville

Buried:
East Fairview Cemetery

Joseph married Barbara Augustin (Eigsti?) on 22 Aug 1847 in America. Barbara (daughter of Nicholas Augustin (Augstin) (Eigsti-Eigstein) and Barbara Gascho) was born on 25 Sep 1827 in Unterweilbach, Bavaria, GR; died on 6 Aug 1911 in Milford, Seward Co., NE; was buried in Milford, Seward Co., NE. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Religion: Mennonite
• USR1: Heart Trouble

Notes:

Obit:
Burkey. - Valentine Burkey was born in Morton, Ill, Oct. 1, 1867; died April 27, 1925; aged 75 y. 6 m. 27 d. In his youth he accepted Christ as his personal Savior, united with the Mennonite Church, and remained a faithful member until death. His sickness was heart trouble, which he patiently bore until death. In 1876, he was united in marriage with Maggie Saltzman. In 1879 they moved to Milford, Nebr., where they remained until 1891, in which year his wife died. To this union were born 7 children, 3 of whom died in infancy. Those remaining are Emil Burkey, Barbara Ehrisman, Mary Teuscher, and Katie Spencer. In 1894 he united in marriage with Lena Schrock. To this union was born one son, Joe Burkey. He also leaves his wife, 1 brother, 3 sisters, 2 step-children, and 12 grandchildren to mourn his loss. Sweetly sleeps dear father, With loved ones gone before; May we all prepare to meet him, On yonder peaceful shore.

Note from a family member: "I checked the obituary for Valentine BURKEY. (May 25, 1925) All of the information fits with other family information that we have, except the birthdate. It should be October 1, 1849, rather than October 1, 1867. The former date is what we have, and fits with the description of 75 years old." -- Virginia.

Question: Was John a son of Valentine Burkey or Christian Schrock? Obituaries are confusing.

Died:
(place may be incorrect)

Buried:
East Fairview Cemetery

Valentine married Magdalena Saltzman in 1876. Magdalena was born on 29 Mar 1851; died in 1891. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Valentine married Magdalena Sutter in 1894 in Milford, Seward Co., NE. Magdalena (daughter of Jakob Sutter and Katharina Elizabetha Wagler) was born on 11 Jun 1863 in Gridley, McLean Co., IL; died in Jun 1943 in Omaha, Douglas Co., NE; was buried in Milford, Seward Co., NE. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Religion: Amish Mennonite

Notes:

Obit: Gospel Herald, January 1939:
"Mary Gascho, daughter of Joseph and Barbara Burkey, was born in Woodford Co., Ill., Dec. 28, 1850; died at the home of her daughter near Milford, Nebr., Dec. 25, 1938. She was united in marriage to Joseph Gascho March 14, 1868. They moved to Seward Co., Nebr., in 1877 where she lived most of her life. This union was blessed with 7 sons and 5 daughters. Her husband preceded her in death in the year 1902. Two sons, John and Jacob, and 1 daughter, Mrs. Katie Bawel of Wood River, also preceded her. She leaves 5 sons and 4 daughters: Mrs. Lena Roth, Ben, Chris, and Will Gascho and Mrs. Ammon Hershberger of Milford, Nebr.; Joseph Gascho and Mrs. Will Stutzman of Wood River, Nebr.; Arthur Gascho of Broken Bow, Nebr.; and Mrs. Peter Stutzman of Julesburg, Colo.; and also 39 grandchildren, 52 great-grandchildren, 1 sister (Mrs. Jacob Saltzman) and 1 brother (Peter Burkey) both of Milford, Nebr.; and a host of friends and acquaintances. She accepted Christ in her youth, uniting with the Mennonite Church of which she remained a faithful member until her end. She was always a kind mother exercising a Christian spirit to all. Funeral services by Bro. J. E. Zimmerman assisted by Bro. L. O Schlegel."

Birth:
Gravestone gives year 1851

Buried:
East Fairview Cemetery

Mary married Joseph Gascho on 14 Mar 1868 in Woodford Co., IL. Joseph (son of Johannes Gascho and Magdalena Von Gunden) was born on 14 Dec 1841 in Spring Bay, Woodford Co., IL; died on 3 Feb 1902 in Milford, Seward Co., NE; was buried in Milford, Seward Co., NE. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• USR1: Cancer

Notes:

Obit:
Rediger. - Magdalena (Birky) Rediger was born at Morton, Ill., Jan. 4, 1853; died at their home in Milford, Nebr., May 28, 1924; aged 71 y. 4 m. 24 d. She was married to Joseph Rediger July 3, 1873. In 1881 they came to Milford and labored faithfully for the lord until she was called to the glory world. Not having any children of their own, their love and sympathy for others was manifested by caring and providing for others, among whom were Mary Teuscher and Barbara Ehrisman. She leaves husband, 2 brothers, and 3 sisters. Two brothers and 2 sisters preceded her in death. At the time of her departure all the remaining brothers and sisters were present. Her death was due to cancer, suffering a year or more. She finally underwent an operation, but nothing could be done to improve her condition. A longing to see Jesus and to meet Him were her wishes.
"Face to face shall I behold Him
Far beyond the starry sky;
Face to face in all His glory
I shall see Him by and by."

No children of their own, but reared the two daughters of her brother, Valentine, after the death of their mother in 1891, when Barbara (Ehresman) was 8 and Mary (Teuscher) was 6.

Died:
Obit gives day as 28.

Magdalena married Joseph Rediger on 3 Jul 1873. Joseph (son of Jacob Rediger and Magdalena Schrag) was born on 13 Mar 1847 in Baden, GR; died on 28 Aug 1938 in Milford, Seward Co., NE. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Obit:
Hauder.--Phebe (Birkey) Hauder was born Jan. 19, 1857, in Tazewell Co., Ill. She died Nov. 19, 1916, near Milford, Neb., aged 59 y. 10 m. She was united in marriage to Joseph Hauder Feb. 16, 1879. They lived in matrimony 37 years, 2 months. To this union were born 9 children, 3 children have preceded her to the spirit world. She leaves to mourn her departure a bereaved husband, 3 sons, 3 daughters, also 4 sisters, 2 brothers, 13 grandchildren, and a host of friends. She accepted Christ as her Savior in her young years. She has been a faithful member of the Amish Mennonite Church till her death. She died of a complication of diseases. Funeral services by Bishop Peter Kennel and F. J. Gingerich. Interment in cemetery adjoining East Fairview Church.

Phoebe married Joseph Hauder on 16 Feb 1879. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Obit:
Kremer-Susan (Burkey) Kremer was born in Tazewell Co., Ill., May 19, 1860, then moved to Woodford Co., Ill.; died at her home in Milford, Neb., Mar. 26, 1937; aged 76 y. 10 m. 7 d. In 1882 she with her parents, moved to Seward Co., Neb. Here she was married to Andrew J. Kremer, Mar. 11, 1883. To this union were born 5 sons and 1 daughter: Edward of College View, Neb.; Benjamin of Aurora, Neb.; Jacob, Joseph, and Amos of Milford, Neb., and Mrs. Anna Eicher of Albuquerque, N. Mex. In her youth she accepted Christ, united with the Amish Mennonite Church, remaining faithful until death. Surviving her are her husband, her 6 children, 18 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, 1 brother (Peter Burkey), 2 sisters (Mrs. Joseph Gasho and Mrs. Jacob Saltzman) and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Milford A. M. Church, In charge of L. 0. Schlegel, assisted by Warren Eicher and Wm. Schlegel. Burial in the Milford A. M. Cemetery.

Buried:
East Fairview Cemetery (A.M. Cemetery)

Susan married Andrew Kremer on 11 Mar 1883. Andrew was born on 1 Aug 1860 in Tomblaine, Meurthe-Et-Moselle, FR; died on 9 Dec 1938 in Seward Co., NE; was buried in Milford, Seward Co., NE. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Died:
(28 Apr 1944?)

Buried:
East Fairview Cemetery

Veronica married Jacob Saltzman on 6 Sep 1885. Jacob (son of Pierre Salzmann and Anna Reschly) was born on 20 May 1856 in LaFrimbolle, Lorraine, FR; died on 28 Apr 1944 in Kalona, Washington Co., IA; was buried in Milford, Seward Co., NE. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Religion: Mennonite
• USR1: Stroke

Notes:

Obit:
Burkey.-Peter, youngest son of Joseph and Barbara (Eigsti) Burkey, was born in Roanoke, Ill., July 8, 1867; passed away at the home of his son (John), Oct. 21, 1947; aged 80 y. 3 m. 13 d. In 1940 he suffered a stroke, from which he never fully recovered. As a young child he moved to Milford, Nebr., with his parents. In his youth he accepted Christ as his Saviour and united with the Mennonite Church.

In 1887 he was united in marriage to Mary Steider, who predeceased him. To this union were born 10 sons and 3 daughters. One infant son, one daughter (Viola), and another son (Alvin, Milford, Nebr.) also preceded him in death.

In 1911 he was married to Phoebe Sutter, who died in 1943. To this union was born one son (Irvin).

Funeral services were held at the Milford A.M. Church, Oct. 24, in charge of L. 0. Schlegel, assisted by W. A. Eicher and Ezra Roth. Text: Num. 23:10. 

Interment was made in the Milford A.M. Cemetery.

Peter married Mary Steider in 1887. Mary (daughter of John Steider and Elizabeth (Lizzie) Wagler) was born on 15 Mar 1869 in Woodford Co., IL; died on 20 Jan 1910 in Seward Co., NE; was buried in Milford, Seward Co., NE. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Phoebe Sutter. Phoebe was born on 24 Dec 1869 in Hopedale, Tazewell Co., IL; died on 30 Aug 1943 in Milford, Seward Co., NE; was buried in Milford, Seward Co., NE. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• USR1: Drowning, at age 12.

Notes:

Obit:
Burkey - Emil A., son of Valentine and Magdalena (Saltzman) Burkey, was born in Roanoke, Ill., Aug. 27, 1880; passed away at his home in Lebanon, Oreg., March 9, 1950; aged 69 y. 6 m. 22 d. He accepted Christ as his Saviour in his youth, and united with the Mennonite Church. He was a faithful member, attending church whenever possible, and being willing and ready to help whenever he could. 

He moved with his parents to Nebraska. Aug. 24, 1903, he was married to Lena Stutzman. To this union were born 8 children (William and Harry, Shedd, Oreg.; Edith Stauffer, Lebanon, Oreg.; Barbara Zimmerman, Milford, Nebr.; Hazel Burkey, Lebanon; Mabel Birky, Sweet Home, Oreg.; Norma Carrels, La Crosse, Wis.; and Ruby Glendenning, of Lebanon.). 

In 1919 he moved to Colorado, and in 1948 to Oregon, where he spent the remainder of his life. His parents preceded him in death. 

He leaves his wife, 8 children, 22 grandchildren, one great-grandchild, 3 sisters and one brother (Barbara Ehrisman and Mary Teuscher, Milford, Nebr.; Katie Spencer, Normal, Ill.; Joe E. Burkey, Bloomington, Ill.), one stepbrother (John Schrock, Normal, Ill.), one stepsister (Kate Man), and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the Fairview Mennonite Church in charge of N. M. Birky, with Jesse J. Short preaching the sermon.

Buried:
IOOF Cemetery

Family/Spouse: Magdalena Stutzman. Magdalena was born on 10 Jan 1886 in Seward Co., NE; died on 27 May 1962 in Albany, Linn Co., OR. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Buried:
East Fairview Cemetery

Barbara married Jacob Ehrisman in 1904. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Obit:
Teuscher, Mary, daughter of Valentine and Magdalina (Saltzman) Burkey, was born near Milford, Neb., Oct. 13, 1885; died Mar. 5, 1971; aged 85 y. 4 m. 20 d. On Jan. 12, 1905, she was married to Henry Teuscher, who preceded her in death, Oct. 6, 1948. Surviving are one son (Lester), one granddaughter, and 2 great-grandchildren. Two sisters (Barbara Ehrisman and Katie Spencer), and 2 brothers (Emil and Joe) preceded her in death. She was a member of the East Fairview Mennonite Church, where funeral services wee held Mar. 8, in charge of Oliver Roth, Ammon Miller, and Sterling Y. Stauffer; interment in the church cemetery.

Buried:
East Fairview Mennonite Church cemetery

Mary married Henry Teuscher on 12 Jan 1905. Henry (son of Johannes Teuscher and Magdalena Rediger) was born on 20 Aug 1882 in Eureka, Woodford Co., IL; died on 6 Oct 1948 in Milford, Seward Co., NE; was buried in Milford, Seward Co., NE. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Buried:
Lantz Cemetery

Katie married Al Appleton Spencer in 1910. Al was born on 13 Apr 1888 in Putnam Co., IL; died on 2 Jul 1917 in Bloomington, McLean Co., IL; was buried in Carlock, McLean Co., IL. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Buried:
Park Hill Cemetery and Mausoleum

Family/Spouse: Leila. Leila was born on 14 Mar 1897 in IA; died on 29 Sep 1986; was buried in Bloomington, McLean Co., IL. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Obit: Herald of Truth, May 1886
"On the 22d of March, near Milford, Seward Co., Neb., John Gasho, son of Joseph and Mary Gasho, aged 16 years, 6 months and 3 days. He was buried in the Amish Mennonite graveyard. Funeral services were held by Joseph Shlegel and Joseph Rediger from 1 Cor 15:22."

Buried:
East Fairview Cemetery, as Johnnie Gascho

Notes:

Obit: Gospel Herald, October 1954
"Gascho, Joseph, son of Joseph and Mary (Birkey) Gascho, was born near Flanagan, Ill., Feb. 11, 1871; passed away at his home in Cairo, Nebr., Aug. 22, 1954; aged 83 y. 6 m. 11 d. He had been in failing health, caused mainly by hardening of the arteries, for over two years and was confined to his home the last three months. He was married to Jacobina Roth in 1898. This union was blessed with 2 sons and 5 daughters. His wife preceded him in death in 1945. Three daughters also preceded him (Mrs. Mary Roth in 1930 and Mrs. Anna Jantzi and Mrs. Minnie Beckler in 1935). His parents, 3 sisters, 4 brothers and 3 grandchildren also preceded him. Surviving are 2 sons (Alvin and Harry, both of Wood River, Nebr.), 2 daughters (Ida and Katie, at home), 2 sisters (Mrs. Mary Stutzman and Mrs. Lydia Hershberger, both of Corry, Pa.), 2 brothers (Ben and Chris both of Milford, Nebr.), 21 grandchildren, and 30 great- grandchildren. In his youth he accepted Christ as his Saviour and became a member of the Mennonite Church at Milford. Later he and his wife transferred their membership to the newly organized Wood River Mennonite Church where he willingly lent a helping hand in erecting the building and establishing the congregation. Funeral services were held at the Wood River Church by W. R. Eicher and Sam Oswald. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery."

Buried:
Wood River Cemetery

Joseph married Jakobina Roth on 15 Dec 1898. Jakobina (daughter of Jakob Roth and Maria Lauber) was born on 24 Mar 1873 in Baden-Württemberg, GR; died on 3 Mar 1945 in Grand Island, Hall Co., NE; was buried in Wood River, Hall Co., NE. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Obit: Gospel Herald, October 1839:

Roth, Magdalene, daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Gascho, was born Oct. 13, 1872, at Gridley, Ill.; died at the Grace Hospital, Hutchinson, Kans., after a short illness of three days while visiting at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Edward Kauffman; aged 66 y. 11 m. In her youth she accepted Christ as her personal Saviour and united with the Mennonite Church. She was a faithful member of the East Fairview congregation of Milford, Neb., at the time of her death, and had been making her home near Milford with a daughter (Mrs. Jonas Bontrager), at which place she will be greatly missed. On Oct. 27, 1892, she was united in marriage to Michael Roth who preceded her in death a little more than a year. This union was blessed with nine children, one son having preceded them in death. The following children (Joe L., William, Mrs. Fannie Beckler, Jake, Albert and Mrs. Alma Bontrager, near Milford; Edward and Mrs. Frieda Kauffman, of Hutchinson, Kans.) are a living testimony of the influence of this Christian mother. She also leaves 30 grandchildren, three sisters, five brothers, and many other relatives and friends. She was of a very quiet and kind disposition and was at all times a credit to her community. Short services conducted by Bro. Harry Diener at the Hutchinson Funeral Home in Kansas. Bro. Wm. R. Eicher had charge of the services at the East Fairview Church near Milford, where interment was made."

Family/Spouse: Michael Roth. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Buried:
East Fairview Church Cemetery

Benjamin married Elizabeth (Lizzie) Yeackley on 13 Oct 1935. Elizabeth (daughter of Joseph Yeackley and Fannie Yordy) was born on 10 Sep 1885 in Milford, Seward Co., NE; died on 16 Apr 1974 in Seward Co., NE; was buried in Milford, Seward Co., NE. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Benjamin married Mary Eichelberger on 16 Dec 1915 in NE. Mary (daughter of Christian Eichelberger and Elizabeth Birky) was born on 21 Sep 1883 in Hopedale, Tazewell Co., IL; died on 12 Sep 1930 in Hopedale, Tazewell Co., IL; was buried in Milford, Seward Co., NE. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• USR1: Following an operation for appendicitis

Notes:

Obit: Gospel Herald, July 1929:
Kate (Gascho) Bawel, daughter of Pre. Joseph and Mary Gascho, was born near Milford, Nebr., Aug. 15, 1882; died at the St. Francis Hospital, Grand Inland, Nebr., following an operation for appendicitis, Feb. 26, 1929; aged 46 y. 6 m. 11 d. In youth she united with the A. M. Church, remaining faithful till the end. On Feb. 27, 1902, she was united in marriage to John E. Bawel. To this union were born eight children. Two daughters preceded her in death. She leaves her husband and the following children: Emma G., Nellie G., Velma F. Beckler, Henry J., Viola D., and Bessie B. She also leaves her aged mother, four sisters, and five brothers (Ben, Christ, Mrs. Lydia Hershberger, Mrs. Lena Roth, Joe, Arthur, Mrs. Barbara Stutzman, William, Mrs. Mary Stutzman). She left a testimony that she was ready to depart. Funeral services were held at the home of a brother, near Cairo, Nebr., by Bro. A. E. Stoltzfus and at the Wood River church by Bro. D. G. Lapp of Roseland, Nebr. Interment in the cemetery nearby.

Family/Spouse: Ammon Hershberger. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• USR1: Stroke

Notes:

Obit: Gospel Herald, February 1948

Arthur, son of the late Joseph and Mary (Berkey) Gascho, was born near Milford, Nebr., July 8, 1890; died at his home, Cairo, Nebr., Jan. 8, 1948; aged 57 y. 6 m. Death resulted from a stroke. In his youth he united with the Mennonite Church of which he remained a member until death. On Feb. 10, 1918, he was united in marriage to Barbara Stutzman, of Wood River, Nebr., who passed away April 18, 1942. To this union were born five children. He was united in marriage to Laura Stutzman on Sept. 19, 1943, since which time he resided at Cairo, Nebr. Surviving are his wife, two daughters (Mrs. Dean Veeder, Cairo, Nebr.; and Mary, Broken Bow, Nebr.), two sons (Glen A., of Broken Bow; and Chester W., at home), two grandchildren, three brothers (Joseph, Wood River, Nebr.; and Ben and Christ, Milford, Nebr.), and two sisters (Mrs. P. B. Stutzman, Spartansburg, Pa.; and Mrs. A. A. Hershberger, Union City, Pa.). One infant son, three brothers, and three sisters predeceased him. His pleasant smile and kind words lightened the burden of many sad hearts. Funeral services were conducted Jan. 11 at the home and at the Wood River Mennonite Church by W. R. Eicher, assisted by Ezra Roth. Burial was made in the Mennonite Cemetery adjacent to the church.

Buried:
Wood River Cemetery

Arthur married Barbara Stutzman on 10 Feb 1918. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Peter Stutzman. Peter was born on 30 Mar 1888; died on 9 Jun 1969. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Religion: Mennonite
• USR1: Heart trouble

Notes:

Obit:
Lehman.- Anna, daughter of Jacob and Fannie Saltzman, was born near Milford, Nebr., June 15, 1886; passed away at Kalona, Iowa, Feb. 9, 1947; aged 60 y. 7 m. 24 d. Her death was caused by heart trouble. At the age of fourteen she united with the Mennonite Church at Milford, Nebr., and remained a faithful member until death. On Feb. 16, 1905 she was united in marriage to David Lehman. In 1918 they moved from Milford to Wood River, Nebr., and in 1938, to Kalona, Iowa. Surviving are her widowed husband, 5 children (Alma-Mrs. Forrest Erb, Sterling, Ill.; Enos; Ada-Mrs. Lewis Schrock; Freida-Mrs. Clarence Bender, Iowa City, Iowa; and Chester, of Kalona), her aged mother, 3 sisters and one brother (Mrs. Fred Yeackley, Mrs. Melvin Troyer, and Edward, all of Milford, and Barbara Stutzman, of Kalona), 25 grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends. Her father, one brother (Joseph), and one grandchild preceded her in death. Funeral services were held at the Lower Deer Creek Church, Kalona, Feb. 11, in charge of George S. Miller and John Y. Swartzendruber.

Buried:
Lower Deer Creek Cemetery

Family/Spouse: David Lehman. David was born on 28 Nov 1883 in Milford, Seward Co., NE; died on 18 Jan 1957 in Iowa City, Johnson Co., IA. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Obit:
Stutzman.-Barbara, daughter of Jacob and Fanny (Birkey) Stutzman*, was born at Milford, Nebr., Dec 18, 1887; died at the home of her daughter (Mrs. Donald Yoder), Kalona, Iowa, Oct. 6, 1948; aged 60 y. 9 m. 18 d. Death was caused by cancer. On Feb. 8, 1906, she was united in marriage to Alvin Stutzman, who preceded her in death on Dec. 29, 1942. One daughter (Fannie Mae) predeceased her in 1918. Surviving are one daughter (Nettie-Mrs. Donald Yoder, Kalona, Iowa), 5 grandchildren, her mother, 2 sisters (Mrs. Fred Yeackly and Mrs. Melvin Troyer both of Milford, Nebr.), one brother (Edward, also of Milford), and a number of other relatives and friends. In youth she accepted Christ and united with the Mennonite Church at Milford, Nebr., later transferring her membership to the East Union congregation, when she and her husband moved to Kalona in June, 1942; there she was a member until death. She was a devout Christian, kind and patient, and greatly loved her daughter and family. She endured her affliction patiently although she suffered a great deal, and was resigned to the Lord's will. Funeral services were held at the East Union Church, with D. J. Fisher and A. Lloyd Swartzendruber in charge. Burial was made in the East Union Cemetery.

*Note from a family researcher: "I believe it should read that she was the daughter of Jacob and Fanny (Birkey) Saltzman...... see DBH #10877."

Buried:
East Union Mennonite Cemetery

Barbara married Alvin Stutzman on 8 Feb 1906. Alvin was born on 19 Feb 1884 in Nebraska Twp., Livingston Co., IL; died on 29 Dec 1942 in Kalona, Washington Co., IA; was buried in Sharon Center, Johnson Co., IA. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Obit:
Yeackley, Lydia, daughter of Jacob and Fannie (Burkey) Saltzman, was born May 20, 1889, near Milford, Nebr.; died Feb. 5, 1960, near Milford, Nebr.; aged 70 y. 8 m. 16 d. She suffered a stroke in Dec., 1958; in May, 1959, she took ill with Parkinson's disease, and on Feb. 1, 1960, suffered a cerebral hemorrhage. She was married on Feb. 27, 1910, to Fred Yeackley, who survives. Also surviving are 3 sons (Orvin, Milford; Earl, Flagler, Colo.; and Ray, Colorado Springs), one daughter (Ruth--Mrs. Allan Grieser, Milford), 11 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, one brother (Edward E.), and one sister (Mary--Mrs. Melvin Troyer), both of Milford. They also adopted one daughter. Preceding her in death were one son and 2 daughters in infancy, 2 great-grandchildren, one brother, and 2 sisters. She was a member of the East Fairview Church, where funeral services were held, in charge of A. M. Miller, Oliver Roth, and Sterling U. Stauffer.

Buried:
East Fairview Cemetery

Lydia married Fred Yeackley on 27 Feb 1910 in Milford, Seward Co., NE. Fred (son of Joseph Yeackley and Fannie Yordy) was born on 17 Nov 1888 in Milford, Seward Co., NE; died on 11 Nov 1980 in Seward Co., NE; was buried in Milford, Seward Co., NE. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Buried:
East Fairview Cemetery

Notes:

Buried:
East Fairview Cemetery

Family/Spouse: Melvin Troyer. Melvin was born in 1890; died in 1965. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Alice Schweitzer. Alice was born on 25 Apr 1898 in Milford, Seward Co., NE; died on 29 Aug 1986 in Milford, Seward Co., NE; was buried in Milford, Seward Co., NE. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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