Melvin David Gerber

Melvin — Beulah Wideman. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-164377
• Residence: 1911, Wellesley Village, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Amish Mennonite
• Residence: 1921, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1926, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer Son

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GERBER, David W. -- On Sunday, Oct. 12, 1980, at St. Mary's Hospital, Kitchener, David W. Gerber of Nithburg. Mr. Gerber was born in Wellesley township 78 years ago, a son of the late John Gerber and the late Catherine Wagler. He had farmed at Nithburg, retiring 20 years ago. He also operated a gristmill and the sawmill in Nithburg, retiring in 1979. He was a member of Cedar Grove Amish Mennonite Church. Beloved husband of the former Barbara Ropp; dear father of Allan of Route 2, Wellesley, Dr, Melvin of Willow Street, PA., Robena Gerber of Cambridge, Esther (Mrs. Allan Nafziger) of Route 1, Milverton, and Katie (Mrs. Nelson Roth) of Route 2, Wellesley; dear brother of Jacob and Joseph, both of Wellesley, John of New Hamburg, Aaron of Crosshill and Nancy (Mrs. Amos Nafziger) of New Hamburg. Also survived by 18 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He was predeceased by one daughter, Irene, in 1942, and also by one brother and two sisters. Visitation at the Futher Bros. Funeral Home in Wellesley, where a family service will be conducted on Wednesday, Oct. 15, at 1 p.m., which will be followed by the funeral service at the Cedar Grove Amish Mennonite Church at 3 p.m., Bishop Arthur Gerber will officiate. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.

The Kitchener-Waterloo Record 13 Oct 1980

David married Barbara Ropp 24 Jun 1926, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Barbara (daughter of Daniel L. Ropp and Bena Roth) was born 3 Aug 1904, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1 Sep 2000; was buried , Cedar Grove Amish Mennonite Cemetery [Formerly 3rd Line], Wellesley Township, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Barbara Gerber
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-163780
• Residence: 1911, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1921, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1953, Nithburg, North Easthope Twp., Perth Co., Ontario

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-124964
• Residence: 1881, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Agriculuural Laborer
• Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1911, Wellesley Village, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1911, Wellesley Village, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Amish Mennonite
• Occupation: 1921, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer, own farm
• Residence: 1921, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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In Memory of John R. Gerber who passed away at the St. Mary's Hospital, Kitchener on Tuesday, September 21st, 1948 Aged 76 years, 4 months, 21 days. A short service will be held from his late residence at Wellesley on Friday, September 24th, at 1 p.m. followed by a memorial service at the Cedar Grove A. M. church, 3rd line of Wellesley, with interment in the adjoining cemetery.


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John — Katherine "Katie" Wagler. Katherine (daughter of Bishop Jacob W. Wagler and Barbara Lebold) was born CALC 24 Feb 1872, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 29 Oct 1946, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Cedar Grove Amish Mennonite Cemetery [Formerly 3rd Line], Wellesley Township, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Catherine Wagler
• Name: Katherine "Katie" Gerber
• Name: Katie Wagler
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-164155
• Residence: 1881, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1911, Wellesley Village, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Amish Mennonite
• Residence: 1921, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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Passed Away At Wellesley, on Tuesday, October 29th, 1946 Katherine Wagler Beloved wife of John R. Gerber Aged 74 years, 8 months and 5 days. A private service will be held from her late home in Wellesley on Friday, Nov. 1st, at 1. 30 p. m., followed by a public service at the Cedar Grove A. M. Church, Third Line of Wellesley, with interment in adjoining cemetery.

Peace I leave with you,
My peace I give unto you:
Not as the world giveth,
Give I unto you.
Let not your heart be troubled,
Neither let it be afraid. - St. John 14: 27

Funeral Card of Katherine Wagler From Waterloo Historical Society WHS 2008-075

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-51659
• Occupation: 1894, Mornington Twp., Perth Co., Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Occupation: 1901, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Occupation: 1911, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1911, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1921, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer, Farm
• Residence: 1921, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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WELLESLEY - Daniel L. Ropp, 82, of the third line of Wellesley Township died at his home today after two weeks illness. Born in Mornington Township, Aug. 8, 1870, he was a son of the late Joseph Ropp and Magdalena Lichti. Mr. Ropp farmed in Wellesley Township until he retired in 1927. He was a member of Cedar Grove Amish Mennonite Church, third line of Wellesley. Surviving are his widow, the former Bena Roth; two sons, John of Crosshill and Amos, RR 2, Wellesley and Mrs. David (Barbara) Gerber, Nithburg; one brother, John of New Hamburg, 23 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. One son predeceased him. The body is at the home where the funeral will be held Sunday at 1: 30 p.m. followed by a memorial service at Cedar Grove Church at 2: 15 p.m. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery with Rev. Samuel Lichti officiating.

The Kitchener-Waterloo Record 8 Jan 1953

Daniel married Bena Roth 27 Nov 1894, Elma Twp., Perth Co., Ontario, Canada. Bena (daughter of John Roth and Barbara Beller) was born 28 Apr 1871, Elma Twp., Perth Co., Ontario, Canada; died 1 Feb 1960; was buried , Cedar Grove Amish Mennonite Cemetery [Formerly 3rd Line], Wellesley Township, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Bena Ropp
• Name: Lena Roth
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-51660
• Residence: 1911, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1921, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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• Artifact: Slant Top Desk
• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/48568455
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-80095
• Residence: 1861, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1871, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1871, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1877, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; farmer
• Occupation: 1881, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1881, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1901, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Occupation: 1911, Wellesley Village, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Income
• Residence: 1911, Wellesley Village, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1921, Wellesley Village, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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Artifact:
Description
Historic C.1900 slant-top desk crafted by Waterloo County cabinetmaker Christian O. Gerber (1845-1928, Wellesley Ontario). Refer to Michael Bird's "A Splendid Harvest - Germanic Folk and Decorative Arts in Canada" (1981: p.115, fig. 83). An outstanding example. Pine, grain-painted surface simulating figured maple, cross-banding, and paneling, full-round pilasters ebonized with floral highlights. Said to be the 'the nicest known' example. Condition: Excellent. Untouched original surface. Desk writing surface felt deteriorated. 42.5" w x 21.5" d x 57" h.

"Waterloo County Slant Top Desk By Gerber". 2021. Miller & Miller Auctions Ltd. https://live.millerandmillerauctions.com/lots/view/4-1NJ1A2/waterloo-county-slant-top-desk-by-gerber.

Christian — Ann "Annie" Reschly. Ann (daughter of Joesph Reschly and Anna Schweitzer) was born 8 May 1850, , France; died 10 Sep 1930, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Cedar Grove Amish Mennonite Cemetery [Formerly 3rd Line], Wellesley Township, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/31959061
• Nationality: , Canada
• Name: Ann "Annie" Gerber
• Name: Anna Roeschle
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-124961
• Immigration: 1855, , Canada
• Immigration: 1855, , Canada
• Residence: 1871, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1881, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1911, Wellesley Village, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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Wellesley

The funeral of the late Mrs. Annie Gerber was largely attended Sunday, Sept. 14th.

New Hamburg Independent, September 19, 1930

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-109120
• Residence: 1862, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1871, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lot 6 Con. 4 Wellesley Townsip
• Residence: 1871, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1881, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1881, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

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Fifth Line Wellesley, March 11, 1901

It is with deep sorrow that we have to report the death of Mr. Jacob Wagler, who died on Tuesday, the 5^th inst. at 5 o'clock in the morning. The funeral took place on Thursday morning at 9, and was well attended. Mr. Wagler was the first Amish settler in this community and was a man highly respected by all who came in contact with him. Many a weary traveller found shelter under his roof and he always was kind to them. No doubt he will be much missed. The sympathy of the community goes out to the bereaved family in this their sad affliction.

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DEATH OF BISHOP WAGLER.

Mr. Jacob Wagler, Bishop of the Amish Mennonite church, died at his home on the fifth line on Tuesday morning. He had been ill but a few days and was in Wellesley village within a week or so. He was in his 62nd year and was apparently a healthy man until attacked by pneumonia a few days ago. He has lived in this section a very long time and enjoyed the highest esteem of all with whom he came in contact. For nearly 20 years he has been a bishop in his church and was a powerful speaker. His remains are to be interred at 9 o'clock this (Thursday morning.)

Wellesley Maple Leaf, March 7, 1901

It is with deep sorrow that we have to report the death of Mr. Jacob Wagler, who died on Tuesday, the 5th inst., at 5 o'clock in the morning. The funeral took place on Thursday morning at 9, and was well attended. Mr. Wagler was the first Amish settler in this community and was a man highly respected by all who came in contact with him. Many a weary traveller found shelter under his roof and he always was kind to them. No doubt he will be much missed. The sympathy of the community goes out to the bereaved family in this their sad affliction.

Wellesley Maple Leaf, March 14, 1901

Obituary is supplied by the Wellesley Township Heritage and Historical Society Click here to go to their website.

Jacob married Barbara Lebold 7 Feb 1864, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Barbara (daughter of Jacob Lebold and Magdalena Blank) was born 18 Jul 1844, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 7 Mar 1914; was buried , Mapleview Mennonite Cemetery, Wellesley Twp., Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Barbara Wagler
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-109121
• Residence: 1861, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1871, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lot 6 Con. 4 Wellesley Township
• Residence: 1871, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1881, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1901, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer

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• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-111336

Joseph — Magdalena L. Lichti. Magdalena (daughter of Christian Lichti and Magdalena Litwiller) was born 20 Dec 1827, , Ontario, Canada; died 27 Jan 1893. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Magdalena L. Ropp
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-95960
• Residence: 1852, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Amish

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• Name: Johannes Roth
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-111351
• Residence: 1863, South Easthope Twp., Perth Co., Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1870, Elma Twp., Perth Co., Ontario, Canada; farmer

John married Barbara Beller 10 Mar 1863, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Barbara (daughter of Andrew Beller and Magdalena "Lena" Rup) was born 1838, , France; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Barbara Roth
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-111352
• Residence: 1861, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1863, Wellesley Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada