Erma Fern Bauman

Other Events:

• Name: Erma Fern Martin
• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-24376

Erma — Leonard S. Martin. Leonard (son of David S. Martin and Agnes Shantz) was born 1921; died 2002; was buried , Elmira Mennonite Cemetery, Elmira, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00002-198.8
• Occupation: 1911, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer Son
• Residence: 1911, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

BAUMAN, Enoch E., son of Enoch and Veronica (Martin) Bauman, was born in Woolwich Twp., Ont., Nov. 13, 1890; died at the K & W Hospital, Kitchener, Ont., of heart failure, June 10, 1970; aged 79 y. 6 m. 27 d. He was married to Eleanor Snyder, who preceded him in death. He was later married to Ida Brubacher, who also preceded him in death. Surviving are two children (Robert Lee and Fern - Mrs. Leonard Martin), five grandchildren, and three brothers (Daniel, Clayton, and Clarence). He was preceded in death by seven brothers and two sisters. He was a member of the Erb Street Mennonite Church, where funeral services were held June 13, with J. B. Martin officiating; interment in the Breslau Mennonite Cemetery

Gospel Herald - Volume LXIII, Number 27 - July 14, 1970, p. 611, 612

Enoch married Elenora Snyder 20 Feb 1918, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Elenora (daughter of Ozias Snyder and Lydia Ann Betzner) was born 6 Jul 1891, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 20 Feb 1943, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Breslau Mennonite Cemetery, Breslau, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Elenora Bauman
• Eby ID Number: 00106-6085.2
• Grave Photograph - Find A Grave: Eleanora Snyder
• Residence: 1911, Breslau, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Bauman.- Eleanor, daughter of Ozias and Lydia Ann Snyder, was born near Breslau, Ont., July 6, 1891; died on her 25th wedding anniversary, after a lingering illness, in the Turner Private Hospital, Elmire, Ont.; aged 51 y. 7 m. 14 d. She spent most of her life on the Snyder farm,, and only six months ago moved with her family to Elmira. In the year 1905 she confessed Christ as her Savior and united with the Cressman Mennonite Church. Feb. 20, 1918, she was united in marriage to Enoch Bauman, who, with 1 daughter (Erma Fern) , 1 son (Robert Lee), 2 sisters (Edith, Mrs. Abner Rady, New Hamburg, Ont.; Ada, Markham, Ont.), 1 brother (Elvin, missionary in the Argentine, S.A.) and many other relatives and friends mourn her untimely departure. Sister Bauman was a Christian of sterling character. She belonged to the rapidly declining group of Christians who not only kept steady and true in the faith, but make substantial progress in it as well. She was loyal to the doctrines of the Church, both by practice and testimony, and as far as she was able, never withheld her hand to help the work of the Church of her choice. She proved her worth as a Christian mother by her constant concern for the oncoming generation. We have every reason to believe she is at rest, with her loved ones gone on before, awaiting the glorious resurrection of the righteous, when our Lord comes back for his own. Funeral services Feb. 24 were conducted in the Elmira Funeral Home by Bro. Oliver D. Snider, and in the Cressman Mennonite Church by Bro. Oscar Burkholder. Text, II Tim. 2: 11 - 13, 19.

Gospel Herald - Vol. XXXV, No . 50 - March 11, 1943 p.1078 -1080

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00002-198
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Labourer
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• 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; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1921, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer, Farm
• Residence: 1921, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Enoch Baumann, "the eldest son of Martin H., and Rebecca Baumann, was born July 18th, 1860. He is married to Veronica, daughter of Daniel S., and Magdalena (Eby) Martin. They reside on a farm about two miles south-east of Elmira. He was ordained as a minister of the Mennonite Body. Their family consists of six children".

Eby, Ezra E. (1895). A biographical history of Waterloo township and other townships of the county: being a history of the early settlers and their descendants, mostly all of Pennsylvania Dutch origin: as also much other unpublished historical information chiefly of a local character. Berlin [Kitchener, Ont.]: [s.n.].
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BAUMAN. - Enoch S. Bauman, eldest son of Martin H. and Rebecca (Shantz) Bauman, was born July 18, 1860; died Jan. 16, 1918; aged 57y. 5m. 29d. In 1883 he was married to Veronica Martin, which union was blessed with 11 sons and 2 daughters, of whom 3 sons have preceded him. For several months he had been failing in health, and on Nov. 21 an operation was attempted but not performed, because the number of cancers they found at once showed that it would be of no avail. From that time on he gradually failed until the end. He took it all very patiently, was completely resigned to the will of the Lord, and looked forward with joy to the glad reunion with the many loved ones gone before. Nearly 24 years ago he was ordained to the ministry, and filled his office faithfully, preaching the Word with great earnestness and power. He occupied a place that will be hard to fill, and a sorrowing congregation craves the prayers of the Church at large. A sorrowing companion, 8 sons, 2 daughters, step-mother, 5 brothers, 1 sister, with a large number of relatives and friends remain to mourn his departure. Funeral Jan. 19, 1918, conducted at the house and grave by Abram Gingerich, and at St. Jacobs Mennonite Church by Oscar Snider and Jonas Snider. Menno M. Brubacher

GOSPEL HERALD - Volume X, Number 44 - January 31, 1918 - Pages 807, 808

Enoch — Veronica E. Martin. Veronica (daughter of Daniel S. Martin and Magdalena Eby) was born 18 May 1863, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 27 Aug 1922; was buried , St. Jacobs Mennonite Cemetery, St. Jacobs, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Veronica E. Bauman
• Eby ID Number: 00075-4371
• Residence: 1911, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Veronica E. Martin, "was born May 18th, 1863. She is married to Rev. Enoch S. Baumann."

Eby, Ezra E. (1895). A biographical history of Waterloo township and other townships of the county: being a history of the early settlers and their descendants, mostly all of Pennsylvania Dutch origin: as also much other unpublished historical information chiefly of a local character. Berlin [Kitchener, Ont.]: [s.n.].

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Bauman.- Veronica E. Bowman (nee Martin) was born May 18, 1863; died Aug. 27, 1922; aged 59 y. 3 m. 10 d. She was married to the late preacher Enoch S. Bauman with whom she lived 35 years, he having preceded her about 5 years. Strong in the faith, hopeful and cheerful, she was a great help to her husband in his responsible calling, and to all others with whom she came in contact. She united with the Mennonite Church early in life and remained true to the end leaving a bright hope and kind words of advice, for which we are thankful indeed as well as for her exemplary life, for she was a model of industry, sobriety, and separation from the world. She was the mother of 13 children, 8 sons and 2 daughters of whom survive, as well as 2 grandchildren, 2 brothers, 5 sisters, and a host of relatives and friends. Funeral services Sept. 1 at St. Jacobs Mennonite Church conducted by Bro. Abr. Gingerich from Jno. 19: 27 and Moses M. Brubacher from Jas. 4: 14.Transcriber's note: Bauman was also spelled as Bowman in the original.

Gospel Herald - Volume XV, Number 25 - Sept. 21, 1922, page 495

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00106-6085
• Grave Photograph - Find A Grave: Ozias Snyder
• Residence: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1890, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Occupation: 1891, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Agricultural Laborer
• Residence: 1891, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1901, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer Son
• Occupation: 1911, Breslau, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer, Farm
• Residence: 1911, Breslau, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Ozias Snyder, "was born November 13th, 1865. He is married to Lydia Ann Betzner (No.964) who was born December 24th, 1865, and died March 28th, 1893, leaving one child named Elenor. He resides at home with his parents where he is engaged in farming."


Eby, Ezra E. (1895). A biographical history of Waterloo township and other townships of the county: being a history of the early settlers and their descendants, mostly all of Pennsylvania Dutch origin: as also much other unpublished historical information chiefly of a local character. Berlin [Kitchener, Ont.]: [s.n.].

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Snyder.-Ozias, son of Absalom C. and Elizabeth (Cressman) Snyder, was born at Breslau, Ont., Nov. 13, 1866; died at his home in Breslau July 8, 1930; aged 63 y. 7 m. 25 d. Jan. 29, 1890, he was married to Anna Betzner of Breslau, who died in 1893. This union was blessed with two daughters, Elenora and a child who died in infancy. Sept. 15, 1897, he was married to Barbara S. Burkholder of Markham, who died in 1908. To this union were born a son (Elvin) and 3 daughters (Ada, Edith, and Katie Florence who died in infancy). Feb. 19, 1911, he was married to Matilda Snyder of New Dundee, who died in 1925. He is survived by a son (Elvin, missionary in Argentina), 3 daughters (Mrs. Enoch Bauman, Mrs. Abner Rudy, and Ada at home), 2 grandchildren, and many relatives and friends. He united with the Church in May, 1891. His quiet, consistent example, as a brother and Sunday school teacher, was appreciated by the loved ones and many friends. While the family felt keenly the absence at the funeral of Bro. Elvin and his wife in South America, they were somewhat comforted to know he had received the message announcing his father's death and were able to have word again from Elvin on the day of the funeral, the cablegram reading as follows: "Deeply grieved to hear the sad news. Accept sincere sympathy. We condole with you in our mutual and great loss. See word of comfort in II Tim. 1: 10. We continually remember you in our prayers." Funeral services were conducted at the home by Bro. Newton S. Weber, followed by Bro. S. F. Coffman. Bro. Weber spoke briefly at the church on Dan. 12: 3, after which Bro. Jonas Snider preached the funeral sermon. Text, I Cor. 15: 54. Remains laid to rest in cemetery adjoining Breslau Church, where the services were held.

"Another sheaf of gold the angels garnered in,
Another soul with Christ doth rest fore'er from grief and sin,
Another beckoning hand to call His loved ones home,
Another life in memory lies-through deeds of love well done."

Gospel Herald - Vol. XXIII, No. 19 - August 7, 1930, p. 414, 415

Ozias married Lydia Ann Betzner 29 Jan 1890, Breslau, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Lydia (daughter of Jacob B. Betzner and Maria Bretz) was born 24 Dec 1865, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 28 Mar 1893, Breslau, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 31 Mar 1893, Breslau Mennonite Cemetery, Breslau, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Anna Betzner
• Name: Lydia Ann Snyder
• Eby ID Number: 00006-0964
• Grave Photograph - Find A Grave: Lydia Ann Betzer
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1891, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Lydia Ann Betzner "the youngest in the family, was born December 24th, 1865. She was married to Ozias Snyder who was born November 13th, 1865. They resided on his farmer's farm about a mile south of Breslau where she died March 28th, 1893, leaving one child, named V Elenor."

Lydia Betzner, "the youngest child of Maria Bretz and her husband, Jacob B. Betzner, was born December 24th, 1865. She was married to Ozias Snyder, and died March 28th, 1893. They had a family of one child, a daughter named Elenor."


Eby, Ezra E. (1895). A biographical history of Waterloo township and other townships of the county: being a history of the early settlers and their descendants, mostly all of Pennsylvania Dutch origin: as also much other unpublished historical information chiefly of a local character. Berlin [Kitchener, Ont.]: [s.n.].

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SNYDER - On the 28th of March, 1893, at Breslau, Waterloo Co., Ont., of consumption, Lydia Ann, wife of Bro. Oziah Snyder and youngest daughter of Jacob and Maria Betzner, aged 27 y., 3 m., 3d. She had been in feeble health for over a year, but had become so much better that we thought all danger over. But she took a severe cold and at once began to sink, and after a few days of suffering she fell asleep in Jesus. She told her husband not to weep, but to meet her in heaven. She untied with the church in early years, and was a beloved member, a kind and sympathizing friend, and her early loss will be deeply felt by all. She leaves her bereaved young husband, one child, parents, brothers and sisters and many warm friends. Her remains were laid to rest on the 31st at Cressman's M.H., Breslau. Funeral services by Elias Weber and Moses Bowman in German and I.A. Wambold in English.

"A dear one has gone from our circle on earth we shall see her no more,
She has gone to the Savior in glory, and all her afflictions are o'er." L.K.B.


Herald of Truth , Vol. XXX, No. 11, June 1, 1893 - Page 181, 182, 183

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00002-195
• Occupation: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1891, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1891, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Retired: 1901, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1911, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Income
• Residence: 1911, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Martin H. Baumann, "the youngest son of Joseph and Elizabeth (Hoffman) Baumann, was born December 21st, 1834. On October 7th, 1856, he was married to Rebecca, daughter of Bishop Henry and Lydia (Martin) Shantz. She was born January 24th, 1835. They reside on his father's old homestead, in the township of Waterloo, on lot No. 27, German Company's Tract, about three miles north of the town of Waterloo. Their family consists of ten children"

Eby, Ezra E. (1895). A biographical history of Waterloo township and other townships of the county: being a history of the early settlers and their descendants, mostly all of Pennsylvania Dutch origin: as also much other unpublished historical information chiefly of a local character. Berlin [Kitchener, Ont.]: [s.n.].
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Bauman - Martin H. Bauman was born Dec. 21, 1834; died Jan. 21, 1915; aged 80 y. 1 m. He was married to Rebecca Shantz. This union was blessed with 10 children, of whom 7 are still living; also 66 out of 80 grandchildren, and 7 of 8 great-grandchildren. He joined the Mennonite Church early in life and remained faithful to the end. He was one of those who could give good advice on many subjects, and his advice and example many do well to follow. Services and burial at Martin's Church near St. Jacob's Ont., Jan. 24, conducted by Ezra Martin and Tobias Martin.

Gospel Herald - Volume VII, Number 47 - February 18, 1915 - page 759

Family Photograph:
Martin H Bauman & Anna Kinzie his wife.

Martin married Rebecca Shantz 7 Oct 1856. Rebecca (daughter of Bishop Heinrich "Henry" Schantz and Lydia Martin) was born 24 Jan 1835, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 29 Mar 1897; was buried , Martin Meeting House Cemetery, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Rebecca Bauman
• Eby ID Number: 00110-6945
• Residence: 1852, North Dumfries Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Rebecca Shantz, "was born January 24th, 1835. On October 7th, 1856, she was married to Martin Baumann. They reside on lot No. 27, German Company's Tract. (The mother, old Mrs. Henry Shantz, has her home with Rebecca)."

Eby, Ezra E. (1895). A biographical history of Waterloo township and other townships of the county: being a history of the early settlers and their descendants, mostly all of Pennsylvania Dutch origin: as also much other unpublished historical information chiefly of a local character. Berlin [Kitchener, Ont.]: [s.n.].

Other Events:

• Land: Woolwich Township German Company Tract 018, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Land: Woolwich Township German Company Tract 053, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Eby ID Number: 00075-4368
• Residence: 1851, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonist
• Residence: 1860, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1861, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1861, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1881, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Occupation: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1901, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer

Notes:

Daniel S. Martin, "the fourth son of Daniel and Veronica (Schneider) Martin, was born May 30th, 1838. He is a farmer and resides on his father's old homestead a little more than a mile south of St. Jacobs. On February 21st, 1860, he was married to Magdalena, daughter of Peter and Magdalena (Erb) Eby. She was born August 30th, 1840. Their family consists of nine children, (the youngest four of the family are all home with their parents and unmarried)"


Eby, Ezra E. (1895). A biographical history of Waterloo township and other townships of the county: being a history of the early settlers and their descendants, mostly all of Pennsylvania Dutch origin: as also much other unpublished historical information chiefly of a local character. Berlin [Kitchener, Ont.]: [s.n.].

Daniel married Magdalena Eby 21 Feb 1860, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Magdalena (daughter of Peter Eby and Magdalena Erb) was born 30 Aug 1840, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 15 Sep 1909; was buried , Martin Meeting House Cemetery, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Magdalena Martin
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2665
• Residence: 1851, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonist
• Residence: 1860, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1861, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Magdalena Eby, "was born August 30th, 1840. She is married to Daniel S. Martin. They reside on a beautiful farm about two and one-half miles north of Waterloo, Ontario, on the main road leading from Waterloo to St. Jacobs."


Eby, Ezra E. (1895). A biographical history of Waterloo township and other townships of the county: being a history of the early settlers and their descendants, mostly all of Pennsylvania Dutch origin: as also much other unpublished historical information chiefly of a local character. Berlin [Kitchener, Ont.]: [s.n.].

Other Events:

• Name: Absalom Snyder
• Eby ID Number: 00106-6083
• Residence: 1851, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; mennonist
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1863, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1891, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1891, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1901, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Occupation: 1911, Breslau, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1911, Breslau, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Absalom K. Snyder, "was born September 2nd 1841, On March 10th, 1863, he was married to Elizabeth Cressman (No. 2117). They reside on his father's old homestead near Breslau where he is engaged in farming. To them were born two children".


Eby, Ezra E. (1895). A biographical history of Waterloo township and other townships of the county: being a history of the early settlers and their descendants, mostly all of Pennsylvania Dutch origin: as also much other unpublished historical information chiefly of a local character. Berlin [Kitchener, Ont.]: [s.n.].

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Snyder.--Absalom C. Snyder was born Sept. 2, 1841; died at his home in Breslau, Ont., June 7, 1913; aged 71 y. 9 m. 5 d. He was married to Elizabeth Cressman over 50 years ago and to this union were born 2 children, Lovina and Ozias. Lovina preceded him to the spirit world some years ago. There are left to mourn his departure his wife, 1 son, 10 grandchildren, and a host of relatives and friends. Services were conducted by Enoch Bauman and Oscar Burkholder


Gospel Herald - Volume VI, Number 16 - July 17, 1913 - page 255, 256

Absalom married Elizabeth Cressman 10 Mar 1863, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Elizabeth (daughter of Daniel Cressman and Annie Eby) was born 13 Feb 1842, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 2 Dec 1917, Breslau, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Breslau Mennonite Cemetery, Breslau, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Elizabeth Schneider
• Eby ID Number: 00028-2117
• Residence: 1852, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1863, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1891, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1911, Breslau, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Elizabeth Cressman, "was born February 13th, 1842. On March 10th, 1863, she was married to Absalom Snyder who was born September 2nd, 1841. They resided near Breslau on his father's old place. To them were born two children"


Eby, Ezra E. (1895). A biographical history of Waterloo township and other townships of the county: being a history of the early settlers and their descendants, mostly all of Pennsylvania Dutch origin: as also much other unpublished historical information chiefly of a local character. Berlin [Kitchener, Ont.]: [s.n.].

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Snyder. - Elizabeth Cressman was born near New Hamburg, Ont., Feb. 13, 1842; died at her home near Breslau on Dec. 2, 1917; aged 75 y. 9 m. 19 d. On March 10, 1863, she was united in marriage to Absalom C. Snyder, who preceded her in death over four years ago.She leaves to mourn her departure 1 son, 9 grandchildren, and 7 great grandchildren, besides a large number of relatives and friends. Sister Snyder was a faithful and active member of the Mennonite Church at Breslau, the greater part of her life. She was well known for her kindness to those in need, and was intensely interested in the spiritual welfare of those that she befriended. But her interest in the Lord's cause was not confined to her home community alone. Many are the testimonies that might be given by those who came from other parts of the United States and Canada, who not only enjoyed her hospitality, but were also encouraged to be faithful in the Master's work. Funeral services were conducted at the house by Bro. J. S. Woolner, and at the church by Bros. Jonas Snyder and Oscar Burkholder.

Gospel Herald - Volume X, Number 38 - December 20, 1917 - page 703

Other Events:

• Interesting: pioneer, story
• Eby ID Number: 00006-0954
• Grave Photograph - Find A Grave: Jacob B. Betzer
• Residence: 1842, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1852, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; farmer
• Occupation: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1891, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Grain Dealer
• Residence: 1891, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1899, Breslau, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; grain dealer
• Retired: 1901, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1911, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Retired: 1911, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Notes:

Jacob B. Betzner "the youngest child of John and Mary (Bechtel) Betzner, was born September 5th, 1818. On April 15th, 1842, he was married to Magdalena, daughter of John and Barbara (Groh) Scheirich. She was born June 17th, 1822, and died March 7th, 1849. After her decease he was married (September 28th, 1851) to Maria, daughter of John and Elizabeth (Reist) Bretz. She was born February 5th, 1829. Mr. Betzner followed farming for many years but at present resides in Breslau, Ontario. His family consists of ten children"

Eby, Ezra E. (1895). A biographical history of Waterloo township and other townships of the county: being a history of the early settlers and their descendants, mostly all of Pennsylvania Dutch origin: as also much other unpublished historical information chiefly of a local character. Berlin [Kitchener, Ont.]: [s.n.].

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Oldest Berlin Citizen is Dead
Jacob B. Betzner Passes Away on Monday in His 98th Year
Was Born Near Doon

Berlin's oldest citizen, Mr. Jacob B. Betzner, passed peacefully away on Monday afternoon at the advanced age of 97 years, 1 month and 26 days. The decease enjoyed good health almost until the end. Two months ago he became quite feeble but his mind was clear up to about two weeks ago when the infirmities of old age weakened his constitution until the Grim Reaper summoned him.

The late Jacob B. Betzner was one of the pioneer native-born residents of Waterloo County. He was the youngest child of John and Mary (Bechtel) Betzner, and was born September 5, 1818, on the first settlement in Waterloo township, east of Doon, now known as the old Betzner Homestead. He began farming when a young man on the Springbank farm, near Breslau, now owned by Mr. A. C. Hallman. He later moved to Port Elgin where he purchased the flour mills of that village which he operated for a number of years. He sold those mills and then bought the New Dundee mills which he run several years. He retired later and moved back to Breslau. Since the death of his second wife he has been living with his children in Berlin and vicinity.

On April 15th, 1842, he was married to Magdalena Scheirich, and the union was blessed with four children, viz: Mary (Mrs. Benj. Stauffer), High River, Alta.; Barbara (Mrs. (Rev) Noah Stauffer), Waterloo; John, Grand Rapids, Mich.; and Isaac, New Hamburg. After her decease in 1849, the late Mr. Betzner married Maria Bretz and the union was blessed with six children, viz: Mrs. Aaron Cressman, Vineland, Ont.; Aaron, Berlin; Moses, on the Breslau Road; Samuel, Yukon Territory; Mrs. Eph. S. Cressman, Berlin. The youngest child, Mrs. Ozias Snyder, died at Breslau in 1893.

The late Mr. Betzner was industrious and successful in his various undertakings, whether as a farmer or a miller. He was of a retiring disposition, but has always been held in the highest esteem by all his acquaintances. During years of his retirement he kept himself informed regarding the events that were announced from time to time. He was particularly interested in the automobile enterprise and greatly enjoyed rides throughout the country. He was a Mennonite in religion and a Liberal in politics.

The funeral will take place from the residence of his son, Aaron Betzner, 148 Weber Street E., Berlin on Wednesday, Nov. 3rd at 1: 30 p.m., to the Breslau Mennonite Church for service and internment.

Berlin Daily Telegraph, November 2, 1915

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Betzner - Bro. Jacob B. Betzner was born Sept. 5, 1818, in one of the early settlements of Waterloo Co., Ont.; died at the home of his son, Bro. Aaron Betzner, in Berlin, Ont., Nov. 1, 1915; aged 97 y. 1 m. 26 d. Death was due to the infirmities of old age. On April 15, 1842, he was married to Magdalena Scheirick. This union was blessed with four children, all of whom are yet living. She died in 1849. On Sept. 28, 1851, he was married to Maria Bretz, which union was blessed with 6 children, all living except one. His second wife died in 1899. He leaves a posterity of 10 children, 9 of whom are living; 45 grandchildren, 42 whom are living; 53 great-grandchildren, of whom 7 died, and also 2 great-great-grandchildren. Bro. Betzner was a member of the Mennonite Church from his youth. The funeral was held on Nov. 3. Services at the house by Bro. Isaish Wismer and at the Cressman Mennonite Church at Breslau by Bro. Jonas Snider. (Text, Dan. 12: 13) and Bro. Isiah Wismer. (Text, Job 19: 25). Interment in the adjoining cemetery.

Gospel Herald Vol. III No. 36, 2 Dec 1915

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Died At Berlin, Monday, November 1st, 1915 Jacob Betzner Aged 97 years, 1 month and 26 days. The Funeral will take place from the residence of his son, Aaron Betzner 148 Weber St. E., Berlin, on Wednesday, November 3rd,1915, at 1. 30 o'clock p. m. to Breslau Mennonite Church for service and interment. Friends and acquaintances will please accept this intimation.

Funeral Card

Jacob married Maria Bretz 28 Sep 1851. Maria (daughter of John Bretz and Elizabeth Reist) was born 5 Feb 1829, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 16 Apr 1899, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Breslau Mennonite Cemetery, Breslau, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Maria Betzner
• Eby ID Number: 00015-1204
• Grave Photograph - Find A Grave: Maria Bretz
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1891, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Maria Bretz, "daughter of John and Elizabeth (Reist) Bretz, was born February 5th, 1829. She is married to Jacob B. Betzner and resides in Breslau, Ontario. Their family consists of six children"

Eby, Ezra E. (1895). A biographical history of Waterloo township and other townships of the county: being a history of the early settlers and their descendants, mostly all of Pennsylvania Dutch origin: as also much other unpublished historical information chiefly of a local character. Berlin [Kitchener, Ont.]: [s.n.].
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Mrs. Jacob Betzner Dead

Mrs. Jacob Betzner, wife of Mr. Betzner, sr, grain dealer of Breslau, died yesterday at an advanced age, after an attack of grip, a relapse of which proved fatal. The funeral will be held on Wednesday afternoon, from the residence to the Breslau cemetery.

News Record, April 17, 1899

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Betzner - On the 16th of Feb. 1899, in Waterloo Co., Ont., Sister Maria Betzner, wife of Bro. Jacob Betzner of Breslau, aged 70 years, 2 months and 11 days. She was buried at the Cressman Mennonite meeting house. Services were conducted by Bish. Jonas Snyder in German and Pre. Isaac Wambold in English. Her remains were followed to the grave by a large congregation who wished to pay their last tribute of respect to the departed sister who bore her sickness in patience, and left a bright evidence for the future world, so they that were left to mourn her loss need not mourn as those without hope. Peace be to her ashes. May God comfort the bereft ones

The Herald of Truth, July 15, 1899