George H. Clemens^{[1, 2]}

1831 - 1892  (60 years)

• Name	George H. Clemens
  Born	25 Jul 1831	Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada   [1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11]
  Gender	Male
  Occupation	1861	Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada   [11]
  	Farmer
  Residence	1861	Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada   [11]
  	Mennonite
  Directory	1864	Waterloo Township - Beasley's Broken Front Lot 02, Waterloo County, Ontario
  Land	Waterloo Township - German Company Tract Lot 123, Waterloo County, Ontario   [12]
  Occupation	1871	Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada   [6]
  	Farmer
  Residence	1871	Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada   [6]
  	Mennonite
  Occupation	1881	Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada   [8]
  	Farmer
  Residence	1881	Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada   [8]
  	Mennonite
  Occupation	1891	Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada   [10]
  	Farmer
  Residence	1891	Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada   [10]
  	Mennonite
  Eby ID Number	00023-1819
  Died	8 Jun 1892	Near, Breslau, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada   [1, 5, 7, 9]
  	Cause: neuralgic rheumatism, followed by general debility
  Buried	Breslau Mennonite Cemetery, Breslau, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada   [5]
  Person ID	I17195	Generations
  Last Modified	28 Jan 2025

  
  

  Father	Deacon Abraham S. Clemens,   b. 7 Mar 1790, Salford, Montgomery, Pennsylvania, USA ,   d. 25 Dec 1867, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada  (Age 77 years)
  Mother	Rachel Dierstein,   b. 15 Nov 1791, , Pennsylvania, USA ,   d. 3 Dec 1864, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada  (Age 73 years)
  Married	19 May 1812  [13]
  Family ID	F4489	Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

  
  

  Family 1	Salome S. Bowman,   b. 26 Jul 1830, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada ,   d. 24 Jun 1882, Near, Breslau, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada  (Age 51 years)
  Married	4 Feb 1851	, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada   [1, 3, 7]
  Children	1. Salome Clemens,   b. 27 Dec 1851, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada ,   d. 10 Jan 1852  (Age 0 years)   2. Menno B. Clemens,   b. 27 Feb 1853, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada ,   d. 20 Sep 1926, Grand Bay, Mobile, Alabama, United States  (Age 73 years)   3. Dr. Levi Bowman Clemens,   b. 27 Jun 1855, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada ,   d. 17 Mar 1899, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada  (Age 43 years)   4. Priscilla Clemens,   b. 29 Nov 1858, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada ,   d. 28 Dec 1932  (Age 74 years)   5. Milo B. Clemens,   b. 30 Oct 1860, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada ,   d. Yes, date unknown   6. Norah Clemens,   b. 25 Jun 1862, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada ,   d. Yes, date unknown   7. George B. Clemens,   b. 12 Sep 1866, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada ,   d. 9 Jan 1867, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada  (Age 0 years)   8. Abraham Bowman Clemens,   b. 20 Oct 1867, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada ,   d. Yes, date unknown   9. Melinda Clemens,   b. 18 May 1873, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada ,   d. 12 Feb 1956, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada  (Age 82 years)
  Last Modified	29 Jan 2025
  Family ID	F2218	Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

  
  

  Family 2	Catharine Weichel,   b. 3 Feb 1845, , , Germany ,   d. 9 Oct 1905  (Age 60 years)
  Married	15 Jan 1884	, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada   [1, 7]
  Last Modified	29 Jan 2025
  Family ID	F4508	Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

  
  

  Family 3	Catherine Bowman,   b. 1844, , Germany ,   d. Yes, date unknown
  Married	Feb 1851  [10]
  Children	1. Priscilla Clemens,   b. 29 Nov 1858, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada ,   d. 28 Dec 1932  (Age 74 years)   2. Abraham Bowman Clemens,   b. 20 Oct 1867, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada ,   d. Yes, date unknown   3. Melinda Clemens,   b. 1873, , Ontario, Canada ,   d. Yes, date unknown
  Last Modified	29 Jan 2025
  Family ID	F258060	Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

  
  

• Notes

  George H. Clemens, "the youngest son of Abraham and Rachel (Dierstein) Clemens, was born July 25th 1831. On February 4th, 1851, he was married to Salome S. Bowman. She was born July 26th 1830. Soon after his marriage he moved on his father's old homestead two miles south of Breslau where she died June 24th, 1882. On January 15th, 1884, he was married to Catharine Weichel who was born February 3rd, 1845. He died June 8th, 1892. To him and his first wife were born nine 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.]. _______________________ CLEMENS.--On the 8th of June, 1892, at High Banks, near Breslau, Waterloo Co., Ont., of neuralgic rheumatism, followed by general debility, Bro. Geo. H. Clemens, aged 60 years, 10 months and 13 days. His remains were laid to rest in the burying ground at the Cressman Mennonite church near Breslau, on the 11th, followed by a large concourse of relatives and friends. Funeral services were conducted by Bish. Elias Weber in German from Acts 9: 6, and Pre. Noah Stauffer in English from 2 Cor. 5: 1. Bro. Clemens was twice married. His first wife, Sister Salome Bowman, with whom he was joined in matrimony on the 4th of February 1851 died about 10 years ago. This union was blessed with nine children, of whom seven are still living. On the 15th of January, 1884, he was married to Sister Catharine Weichel. Bro. Clemens was confined to his bed the greater part of the spring. At times his bodily sufferings were severe, but he possessed that sweet consolation which a firm trust in his Savior gives to the believer. His mind was fixed upon Jesus, and he was permitted to obtain a glimpse of that beautiful land for which he longed and of which he spoke repeatedly. He rejoiced in a crucified Redeemer, and enjoyed telling others of the grace of God. In practical piety and love for the cause of Christ he leaves a beautiful example for all. He spoke guardedly and encouragingly to those who were willing to accept Christ, and to them as well as to the brethren in the ministry, he was an able support and sympathizing friend, He was a true helping brother of the family of the church, as many both in and out of the ministry, can testify. The church of which he was a dearly beloved member feels deeply the loss it sustains, but none so much as the members of the family to whom he especially attached. They have lost a beloved companion, an affectionate father, the church a pillar, the community a kind neighbor. May the missionary spirit that was in him, burn in us and influence others to accept the Savior in whom he trusted and died. Nearly all of his family have accepted their Savior. May God comfort the bereaved hearts and give us grace to walk faithfully in the way of the Lord that we may meet our loved ones who have crossed death's river before us. "O what has Jesus bought for me! Before my raptured eyes, Rivers of life divine I see, And trees of Paradise. I see a world of spirits bright, Who taste the pleasures there; They all are robed in spotless white, And conquering palms they bear. Herald Of Truth, Vol. XXIX, No. 14, July 15, 1892, page 222, 223

  
  

• Sources

  [S3] Book - Vol I 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..., 429. [S7] News - ON, Waterloo, Kitchener - Berliner Journal (1859-1917), 29 Jun 1882. 24 Jun 1882 Salome Clemens, wife of George H. Clemens, died in Riverside, Waterloo Township, at age of 51 years, 10 months and 29 days. [S3] Book - Vol I 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..., 103. [S131] Census - ON, Waterloo, Waterloo Twp. - 1851. gives age and country of birth [S15] Cemetery - ON, Waterloo, Breslau - Breslau Mennonite CC#4579 Internet Link . In memory of / George H.Clemens / born July 25,1831 / died / June 8, 1892 / aged 60 years / 10 mos.13 days / Father thou art sweetly resting / Cold may be this earthly tomb / But the angels sweetly whispered / [rest of verse buried] [S604] Census - ON, Waterloo, Waterloo South - 1871, Div. 1, Pg. 60. [S32] News - Herald of Truth, July 15, 1892 - Obituary of George H. Clemens. [S178] Census - ON, Waterloo, Waterloo South - 1881, Waterloo S. Twp. 1881 Div 1 Page 29. [S7] News - ON, Waterloo, Kitchener - Berliner Journal (1859-1917), 16 Jun 1892. June 8, 1892 George H. Clemens died near Breslau at age of 60 years, 10 months & 13 days. [S2575] Census - ON, Waterloo Township - 1891, Sect. 2 Page 2. [S894] Census - ON, Waterloo, Waterloo Twp. - 1861, Sect. 7 Page 51. [S1322] Land - Founding Families of Waterloo Township 1800-1830, 18. [S3] Book - Vol I 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..., 425.

  
  

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  Born - 25 Jul 1831 - Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Married - 4 Feb 1851 - , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Occupation - Farmer - 1861 - Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Residence - Mennonite - 1861 - Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Directory - 1864 - Waterloo Township - Beasley's Broken Front Lot 02, Waterloo County, Ontario Occupation - Farmer - 1871 - Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Residence - Mennonite - 1871 - Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Occupation - Farmer - 1881 - Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Residence - Mennonite - 1881 - Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Married - 15 Jan 1884 - , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Occupation - Farmer - 1891 - Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Residence - Mennonite - 1891 - Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada Buried - - Breslau Mennonite Cemetery, Breslau, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada  = Link to Google Earth