Donald Demmerling

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-225604
• Residence: 1969, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1970, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

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DEMMERLING, Herbert J.

Died on Sunday, June 1, at the Pinehaven Nursing Home; Herbert J. Demmerling, aged 70 years, of 8 Roslyn St. N., Waterloo. Son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Demmerling; husband of Helen Westfall; father of Donald of Kitchener; brother of Ira of Clifford, and Mrs. Jack (Louise) Schnarr of New Hamburg; also survived by two grandchildren. Resting at the Edward Good Funeral Home, 171 King St. N., Waterloo, for funeral service in the chapel Tuesday, at 2 p.m.; interment in Elmira Lutheran cemetery; Rev. Bruch Seebach of Calvary Memorial United Church will officiate.

Kitchener-Waterloo Record 2 Jun 1975 pg 27

Herbert — Helen Marie Westfall. Helen (daughter of John Henry Westfall and Matilda Lorch) was born 27 Mar 1912, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 31 Aug 2004, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Saint James Lutheran Cemetery, Elmira, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Helen Marie Demmerling
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-214187

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HELEN MARIE DEMMERLING (nee Westfall)

1912 - 2004, Passed away on Tuesday, August 31, 2004, at the age of 92 years. Predeceased by her husband, Herbert. Missed by her loving son, Donald; grandsons, David and friend Kimberley, Michael and wife Sherri; great-grandson Shawn, also a brother, Emerson. Special thank you to the nurses at Forest Heights Long Term Care Facility. On Friday, September 3, 2004 at 2 p.m. there will be a graveside service for family and friends at St. James Lutheran Cemetery in Elmira. Cremation has taken place.

The Record Newspaper 2 Sep 2004 pg B5

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-225262

Henry — Mary Gadke. Mary was born 22 Apr 1862, Of, Howick Twp., Huron Co., Ontario; died 29 Mar 1932; was buried , Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery, Howick Twp., Huron Co., Ontario. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Mary Demmerling
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-164451

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• Interesting: accident, misfortune
• Residence: 19 Park St., Elmira, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-168392
• Occupation: 1910, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Occupation: 1911, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer Farm
• Residence: 1911, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran
• Misfortune: 1947; killed in car accident

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JOHN H. WESTFALL

John H. Westfall, 63, victim of accident on Monday Evening

A collision in which a car was crushed between two transport trucks at 6: 00 o'clock Monday evening at the main intersection of Petersburg, on Nos. 7 and 8 Highway resulted in the death of John Henry Westfall, 63, of Petersburg, driver of the car. The truck drivers were uninjured. Mr. Westfall is said to have driven his car, an old, light model, out onto the highway directly in the path of a W&G Hutton trailer transport driven by Hugh Munro, Uniondale, with a 10-ton load of grain in the trailer. The truck was driving west. The impact drove the car into a truck owned by E. Meyers, Shakespeare, which was parked at the side of the road about 100 feet from the intersection, and then thre both the car and the parked truck about 15 feet off the road. Mr. Meyer's was across the road at the time of the accident. The first transport landed on top of the car and smashed it into the ground.

Mr. Westfall was taken from the car in an unconscious condition and died an hour later at the Kitchener-Waterloo Hospital. The car was completely wrecked and extensive damage was done to the truck driven by Mr. Munro. The other vehicle was driven out of the field under its own power with only superficial damage. Mr. Munro said that he had no idea what had happened. He stated that he was driving along with a clear road in front of him until suddenly the small car appeared directly in his path. The next thing I knew," he said. "There was a crash and I found myself in the ditch on top of the car, with the other truck a few feet in front." William Kelly, St. Marys, who was in the truck with Munro, bore out that statement.

Mr. Westfall is survived by his wife, Anna,; one son, Emerson, Merryhill; one daughter, Mr. H Demmerling, Waterloo; and a step-daughter, Mrs. R. Mousso, St. Catharines. He was born in Woolwich township and moved to the Petersburg district eight years ago.

The Kitchener Daily Record 10 Jun 1947

John married Matilda Lorch 3 Nov 1910, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Matilda (daughter of Albert Lorch and Mary Oswald, daughter of Albert W. Lorch and Mary Ann Oswald) was born 12 Sep 1888, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 21 Feb 1920, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Saint James Evangelical Church, Elmira, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Matilda Westfall
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-55500
• Residence: 1911, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran

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MATILDA LORCH WESTFALL

A Kind, Loving Mother Dead Mrs. John H. Westfall died on Saturday

A very sad death occurred in Elmira on Saturday afternoon at 4 o'clock, Feb. 21, inst. when Matilda Lorch, beloved wife of Mr. John H. Westall, died after a brief illness. Mr. and Mrs. Westfall were married nine years ago, on November 3, 1910, Mrs. Westfall at the time of her death 31 years, 5 months and 9 days of age. Besides the grief-stricken husband, a daughter of seven and a little boy of two years of age mourn a loving mother's death. Mrs. Westfall was an industrious woman and a true helpmate. She was well liked by all who knew her as a kind neighbour and a good friend. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert lorch. Her parents, three brothers and four sisters survive. The names of her brothers and sisters are: Henry, of Wallace Tp., and Charles and Walter at home; Mary (Mrs. Alvin Dreisinger) of Elmira; Carrie (Mrs. Emerson Esch) and the Misses Edith and Emma, all of Kitchener. Her funeral was held on Tuesday afternoon at 12 o'clock, from her husband's home to St. James Church where services were held, and from thence she was conveyed to the St. James Lutheran Cemetery for burial Rev. John Strempfer conducted the services. The esteem in which Mrs. Westfall was held was evidenced by the number of relatives and friends who visited the house or attended the funeral to pay their last respects. Beloved in life, Mrs. Westfall is sincerely mourned in death. The public of Elmira and district extend to those left behind a full measure of sympathy over their heavy loss.


Elmira Signet 23 Feb 1921

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-34340
• Residence: 1861, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran
• Residence: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran
• Residence: 1883, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1901, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farm Laborer
• Occupation: 1911, Floradale, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer Teaming
• Residence: 1911, Floradale, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1921, St. Jacobs, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer, Farm
• Residence: 1921, St. Jacobs, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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Westfall. - There passed away in St. Jacobs, Ont., William Westfall - born Aug. 13, 1857; died Sept. 17, 1934; aged 77 y. 1 m. 4 d. In 1883 he was united in marriage to Catherine Sauder, living in matrimony over 51 years, sharing the joys and sorrows of life together. To them were born 10 children; 3 preceded him in death. He leaves his sorrowing widow, 7 children: John, Magdalena - Mrs. John Heer, Lucinda - Mrs. Simon Wilkie, Christina - Mrs. Norman Brubacher, Marion - Mrs. Nelson Martin, Amanda and Katie at home. He also leaves 24 grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild, 1 sister and 1 brother; 2 sisters and 2 brothers preceded him in death. He had been in failing health for over a year. Heart disease and dropsy caused his death. He left bright hopes to those who mourn their loss by expressing his peace with God. The evening before his death he knelt before a chair in prayer. Ezra Martin and Urias Martin conducted the service. Text, Matt. 6: 10.

"Surrounded by friends, we are lonely ;
In the midst of our joys we feel blue;
A smile on our face, yet a heartache,
Longing, dear Father, for you." By a Daughter.

Gospel Herald - Vol. XXVII, No. 35 - November 29, 1934 - pages 754,755

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WILLIAM WESTFALL

One of our well known citizens was removed by death on Monday evening in the person of Mr. William Westfall, who had reached the age of 77 years.

Mr. Westfall had been ailing for many months though he was not off work a great deal.

He was a hardworking industrious man making regular weekly trips to the Waterloo market, and preparing for this during the week.

He missed only three or four trips before death took him.

For the past eighteen years he was a respected citizen of our burg.

He leaves to mourn their loss, his wife, one son, John of Elmira, and six daughters, Mrs. John Heer (Magdalena), Breslau, Mrs. Simon Wilkie (Lucinda), Bloomingdale, Mrs. Norman Brubacher (Christina), St. Jacobs, Mrs. Nelson Martin (Mary Ann), Elmira, and Misses Amanda and Katie at home, one brother, John, West Montrose, and one sister, Mrs. Susannah Watson, Toronto.

The funeral takes place today (Thursday) from his late residence where a short service will be held; thence to Martin's Meeting House for service and burial in the adjoining cemetery.

William married Catharine Sauder 30 Jan 1883, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Catharine (daughter of Jacob N. Sauder and Barbara Funk) was born 30 Jul 1859, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 23 Oct 1940, St. Jacobs, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Martin Meeting House Cemetery, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Catharine Westfall
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-120718
• Residence: 1883, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1911, Floradale, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1921, St. Jacobs, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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Catherine (Sauder) Westfall was born in Waterloo Co., Ont., July 30, 1859; died at her home in St. Jacobs, Ont., Oct. 23, 1940; aged 81 y. 2 m. 24 d.

She was united in marriage in 1883 to William Westfall who predeceased her 6 years ago.

To this union were born 10 children of whom 7 survive: Magdalena (Mrs. John Heer), John, Lucinda (Mrs. Simon Wilkie), Christina (Mrs. Norman Brubacher), Mary Ann (Mrs. Nelson Martin), Amanda and Katie.

She also leaves 25 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, and 2 brothers (Henry and John Sauder of St. Jacobs, Ont.).

Early in the morning of July 6, 1940, she took sick with a heart condition and complications which later proved to be internal cancer.

She suffered much pain during her illness but bore it all patiently.

Her desire was to go home. She was much concerned about her soul, was constantly striving to prepare herself, and the bright testimony she left gives us the assurance that she was ready to go.

The last clear words she said were "Vas Gott tuht das ist wohl getan".

She is very much missed, but what is the earthly loss is her gain.

Her favourite chapters were John 11 and 14 and she often asked us to read them.

She was a member of the Old Order Mennonites till her death.

The services at the home and meeting house were conducted by Daniel Brubacher, Daniel Martin, and Abraham Bearinger.

Service and burial at Martin's Meetinghouse.

Source unknown

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-23306
• Residence: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran
• Occupation: 1881, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1882, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1901, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Occupation: 1911, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1911, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran
• Residence: 1918, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1921, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer, Farm
• Residence: 1921, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran

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Albert W. Lorch - By Record Correspondent -

Elmira, Nov. 22 - The death occurred yesterday of Albert W. Lorch, 79, at his home, 32 Centre Street. The deceased had been in poor health for the past two months. He was born Feb. 14, 1861, on a farm in Woolwich Township, one mile northwest of Elmira, where he resided until October, 1927, when he moved to his present home. A public -spirited citizen, Mr. Lorch served two years on the Woolwich Township Council and for many years held the post of township road superintendent. He was a member of St. James Lutheran church and had been for many years a member of the church board.

His wife, one daughter, the late Mrs. John Westfall, and a son, who died in infancy, also predeceased him. surviving are three sons, Henry of Gowanstown, and Charles and Walter of Elmira, four daughters, (Mary) Mrs. Alvin Dreisinger, Elmira, (Carrie) Ms. Albert N. Hett and (Edith) Mrs. Sylvester Israel, both of Kitchener, and (Emma) Mrs. W. Adamson of Ayton, two brothers, Rudolph, Grand Rapids, Mich., and Edward, New Carlisle, Ind., 15 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon with a private service at the home at 2 o'clock, with public service at St. James' Lutheran Church at 2: 30. Burial will be in St. James' Cemetery, Elmira, Rev. L. H. Kalbfleisch will officiate at these services. The body will be at the Dreisinger Funeral Chapel until Saturday afternoon.

Unidentified Newspaper Obituary

Albert married Mary Ann Oswald 14 Nov 1882, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Mary (daughter of Michael B. Oswald and Philipena Braun) was born 8 Jan 1862, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1 Sep 1936, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Saint James Lutheran Cemetery, Elmira, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Anna Marie Oswald
• Name: Mary Ann Lorch
• Name: Mary Oswald
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-55496
• Residence: 1882, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1911, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran
• Residence: 1921, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran

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MRS. ALBERT LORCH

ELMIRA, Sept. 2 - After an illness of about six months, the death occurred on Monday of Mrs. Albert Lorch at her home here. She was born in Woolwich Township 75 years ago and has resided in this district her entire life. Four years ago Mr. and Mrs. Lorch celebrated their golden wedding anniversary. The deceased was a member of St. James' Lutheran Church and Ladies Aid.

Surviving are her husband, three sons, Henry of Gowanstown, Charles and Walter of Elmira, four daughters, Mrs. Alvin Dreisinger, Elmira, Mrs. (Dr.) A. N. Hett, Kitchener, Mrs. S. Israel, Kitchener, and Mrs. W. Adamson of Ayrton. One daughter, Mrs. J. Westfall, and an infant son predeceased her. Mrs. H. Beckner of Elmira, Mrs. H. Ott of Listowel, sisters, and Jacob Oswald, a brother, also survive. There are fifteen grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

The funeral will take place on Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the late residence to St. James' Lutheran Church for services and thence to the Elmira Cemetery for interment.