Jacob Brubacher

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• Eby ID Number: 00018-1372

Notes:

Jacob Brubacher, "the fourth member of the last named family, was born June 11th, 1758. He, in 1781, was married to Susannah Erb who was born March 17th, 1762, and died January 22nd, 1844, aged 81 years, 10 months and 5 days. They commenced 'keeping house' on the old 'Brubacher homestead' in Elizabeth Township, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. They afterwards moved to Ephrata village, same county, to what is now called 'Keller's Mill', which they owned and also the farm adjoining it. Jacob Brubacher was a good farmer and a successful miller. During a trip on business to Philadelphia he contracted the yellow fever from which he died. His death occurred August 31st, 1793, aged 35 years, 2 months, and 20 days. His young widow devoted her time and energies nobly in the raising of her family of seven children. Two of the family, Maria, married to Benjamin Eby and John, the youngest of the family, moved to Canada, as also did Elias a son of Christian. In the year 1809 the widow, Susannah Brubacher, paid a visit to her daughter, Maria, who then resided in Waterloo Township, Waterloo County, Ontario. Here in Waterloo, Ontario, she met her parents, Christian and Maria (Scherch) Erb who had moved here but a short time previously. Her three brothers, Jacob, Abraham, and John, and four sisters, Elizabeth, Barbara, Anna, and Magdalena, were all married and had moved here during the years 1804-1807. In the year 1816 she paid her second visit to this part of the country. This time her youngest son, John, accompanied her. He was unmarried and was about 23 years of age. She remained here two years with her son, John, who started on his farm, lot No. 57, German Company's Tract. After his marriage she returned home to spend her remaining days in the service of her Lord more fully so that when the death summons should call her away she would be ready to meet her Lord in peace. It is related that on her last journey over the Alleghanies she noticed a large rattle snake lying on the middle of the road, she dismounted her pony and with a well-aimed blow she killed this dangerous serpent, thus proving to be a woman of courage. The names of Jacob and Susannah (Erb) Brubacher's children were Jacob, John, Henry, Christian, Mary, Susannah, and John. Of those who remained in Pennsylvania we shall give merely names of children but of those members of the above family who settled in Canada we shall give a full history."


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.].

Jacob married Susannah Erb 1781. Susannah (daughter of Christian Erb and Maria Scherch) was born 17 Mar 1762, Warwick Twp., Lancaster Co., Pennsylvania; died 22 Jan 1844. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00018-1373

Notes:

Jacob Brubacher, "the eldest, was born January 27th, 1782. In 1807 he was married to Maria, youngest daughter of Christian and Catharine (Bricker) Eby. She was born October 12th, 1787, and died April 16th, 1864. They resided on the old 'Brubacher Homestead' in Elizabeth Township (part of Warwick), Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, where he died July 30th, 1854. To them 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.].

Jacob married Maria Eby 1807. Maria (daughter of Christian Eby and Catharine Bricker) was born 12 Oct 1787, Of, Elizabeth (Part Of Warwick) Twp., Lancaster Co., Pennsylvania; died 16 Apr 1864. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: 00018-1374

Notes:

John Brubacher, "was born September 26th, 1783, and died of smallpox in 1792."

^{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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• Eby ID Number: 00018-1375

Notes:

Henry Brubacher, "was born October 21st, 1985. He was a merchant for many years and was familiarly known as 'Der Unkel Hennie' (Uncle Henry). His death took place April 26th 1839. He was never married."


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:

• Eby ID Number: 00018-1376

Notes:

Christian Brubacher, "was born September 18th, 1787. In 1809 he was married to Elizabeth, daughter of John and Elizabeth (Dulabon) Scherch. She was born in 1789 and died April 5th, 1873. He died February 14th, 1853. Their family consisted of 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.].

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On the 16th instant, in Elizabeth Township, Lancaster County, Pa., Christian Brubacher, aged 65 years, 4 months and 27 days.

The Berlin Telegraph Feb 25 1853 pg 3

Christian married Elizabeth Scherch 1809. Elizabeth (daughter of John Scherch and Elizabeth Dulabon) was born 1789, Of, Pennsylvania; died 5 Apr 1873. [Group Sheet]

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• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/19043926
• Name: Maria "Mary" Eby
• Name: Mary Brubacher
• Eby ID Number: 00018-1387
• Epidemic: 1834, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Cholera

Notes:

Maria Brubacher, "was born August 6th, 1789. On February 25th, 1807, she was married to Bishop Benjamin Eby who was born May 2nd, 1785, and died June 28th, 1853. In 1807 they moved to Canada, and settled at Berlin, Waterloo County, Ontario, where she died August 18th, 1834. To them was born a family of eleven 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.].

Maria married Bishop Benjamin Eby 7 Feb 1807. Benjamin (son of Christian Eby and Catharine Bricker) was born 2 May 1785, Hammer Creek, Warwick Twp., Lancaster Co., Pennsylvania; died 28 Jun 1853, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Name: Susannah Graybill
• Eby ID Number: 00018-1388

Notes:

Susannah Brubacher, "was born June 20th, 1791. In September, 1813, she was married to John Graybill who was born December 18th, 1789 and died December 7th, 1838. They resided in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania, near Shaefferstown, where she died November 7th, 1878. To them were born eight 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.].

Susannah married John Graybill Sep 1813. John was born 18 Dec 1789, Of, Lebanon Co., Pennsylvania; died 7 Dec 1838. [Group Sheet]

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• Interesting: pioneer, story
• Eby ID Number: 00018-1389
• Land: Bef 1831, Waterloo Township - German Company Tract Lot 057, Waterloo County, Ontario
• Land: Bef 1831, Waterloo Township - German Company Tract Lot 059, Waterloo County, Ontario
• Land: Bef 1831, Waterloo Township - German Company Tract Lot 006, Waterloo County, Ontario
• Occupation: 1861, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; farmer
• Residence: 1861, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1871, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Gentleman
• Residence: 1871, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

John Brubacher, "the youngest son of Jacob and Susannah (Erb) Brubacher, was born in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, July 11th, 1793. In 1815 he came to Canada (See pages 45, 46 and 47) and selected his lot, No. 57, German Company's Tract, township and county of Waterloo, Ontario, a little to the east of Berlin. Here he had a small clearing made and a log shanty erected thereon. Late in fall of the same year Mr. Brubacher returned to Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, to make arrangements for moving to Canada the following spring. Early in 1816, he, in company with his mother, moved to this country and had their home with Bishop Benjamin Eby. As soon as the log shanty on his large farm was finished he started housekeeping for himself. His mother proved to be his female assistant for one year. On March 6th, 1817, he was married to Catharine, daughter of Joseph and Mary (Betzner) Sherk. She was born February 11th, 1798 and died October 8th, 1882. He died October 10th, 1875. When quite a young man he was ordained as deacon of the Mennonite Church for the Eby field of labor. This position he held until his death. To them was born a family of fifteen 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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October 10th, in Berlin, Canada, John Brubaker, one of the first settlers in this section, aged 82 years and 3 days.


Death Announcement - Herald of Truth, November 1875

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JOHN BRUBACHER

John Brubacher came to Canada in 1816 and was accompanied by his widowed mother, Mrs. Susanna (Erb) Brubacher. She was a plucky woman and whatever she did was done aright. On the way over Mrs. Brubacher rode on a horse and killed a rattlesnake with her whip. Her son drove a heavily-laden Conestoga. Among other articles he brought in a churn. When they reached this settlment, their first meal was eaten off a pine stump. Mother and son then threaded their way through the woods to her son-in-law, Ben Eby's place,

John Brubacher made a clearing on Lot 57 and erected a log home. His mother kept house for him until 1817, when he married Catherine, daughter of Joseph and Mary (Betzner) Sherk. Ezra Eby said that Mrs, Susanna Brubacher sold her son 896 acres for $672 and then returned to Pennsylvania. Later on John Brubacher. as has been said, bought the Elias Eby farm in the East Ward and built a home in Brubacher Street that is still in use. Eventually John is said to have acquired 3,000 acres of land and to have given each of his fifteen children a farm.

John Brubacher was a short, dark man, and could lift a barrel of cider to his shoulder and take a drink out of the bunghole. His favorite saying was: Truth lasts the longest. His great-grand-father, also named John, when urged by his neighbors in Pennsylvania to build a gristmill declined, because he feared he might he tempted to take too heavy tolls.

Mrs. John Brubacher dressed plainly and wore a white cap. Her descendants treasure the heirlooms she handed down. There were no locks on their doors and often at night Indians entered her kitchen and slept on the floor. Once she was alarmed at breakfast time when a squaw fed a young papoose a piece of liver-sausage.

Fire was hard to make, for the settlers had no matches. A handful of dry cedar-bark was shredded and sparks struck from a flint with a piece of steel. Some families kept their fire burning the year round.

One night an Indian buck rapped on John's window and pleaded for a drink of whisky, but the pioneer did not give him any. Wild animals were all too plentiful and wolves a menace. Occasionally he heard the squeal of a pig as it was dragged from its pen by a black bear.

The Mennonites loved music. Once, while revisiting his old home in Pennsylvania, John Brubacher called on a man who owned a medodeon and had him play a hymn often sung in Ben Eby's church. As he listened tears of joy rolled down his cheeks. The pioneer walked with his head bent Ward Bowlby once met him in East King Street and said, "Mr. Brubacher, when walking you should keep your head up" John responded, "Mr. Bowlby, yonder is a field of wheat. Some of the stalks stand with their heads up those are empty; the bent heads only are filled with grain."

Mr. Brubacher's youngest daughter, Veronica (Mrs. Moses Betzner) died in 1936, when in her ninety-second year. She was an early riser; ate whole-wheat bread and until her fortieth year never tasted tea nor coffee after that she drank milk or butter-milk. "Sunrise," said she, "has a virtue no other part or the day has. Work is a blessing. Without it He would not be worth living."

"This community," she added, "was based on practical Christianity. The people were honorable and in business matters no writings passed among them It was all done by word of mouth and a man's Yes was binding."

A History of Kitchener, W. V. (Ben) Uttley, Kitchener, Ontario 1937, pg 23, 24

John married Catharine Shirk 6 Mar 1817. Catharine (daughter of Joseph Sherk and Mary Betzner, daughter of Joseph Schoerg and Elizabeth Betzner) was born 11 Feb 1798, , Pennsylvania, USA; died 8 Oct 1882, near, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 11 Oct 1882, First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: 00018-1373.4

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• Eby ID Number: 00018-1373.5

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• Eby ID Number: 00018-1373.6

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• Eby ID Number: 00018-1373.7

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• Eby ID Number: 00018-1373.8

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• Eby ID Number: 00018-1373.9

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• Eby ID Number: 00018-1373.10

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• Eby ID Number: 00018-1373.11

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• Eby ID Number: 00018-1373.12

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• Eby ID Number: 00018-1376.4

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• Eby ID Number: 00018-1376.5

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• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/19150649
• Eby ID Number: 00018-1377
• Occupation: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Elias S. Brubacher, "the third member of the above family, was the only one of his father's family who settled in Canada. When a young man he came to Waterloo County, Ontario, and settled about three miles east of Breslau. On March 16th, 1844, he was married to Sarah Ariss who was born November 3rd, 1824 and died December 5th, 1886. He was born September 18th, 1814, and died May 9th 1874. Their family consists of 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.].

Elias married Sarah Ariss 16 Mar 1844, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Sarah (daughter of James Ariss and Mary Batchelor) was born 3 Nov 1824, , England; died 5 Dec 1886, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Breslau Mennonite Cemetery, Breslau, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• Eby ID Number: 00018-1376.6

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• Eby ID Number: 00018-1376.7

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• Eby ID Number: 00018-1376.8

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• Eby ID Number: 00018-1376.9

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• Eby ID Number: 00018-1376.10

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• Eby ID Number: 00018-1376.11

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• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/206243286
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2424
• Residence: 1840, 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: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer

Notes:

Isaac Eby, "the eldest son of Benjamin Eby, was born in Berlin, July 30th, 1808. He spent his single days at home on his father's farm. On October 30th, 1831, he was married to Veronica, daughter of John and Mary (Shantz) Shoemaker, who was born February 2nd, 1815, and died July 20th, 1894. In November of the same year of their marriage they moved on their farm, situated two and one-half miles east of Berlin, being the north-west part of lot No. 120, German Company's Tract, in the township and county of Waterloo, containing by admeasurement 188 acres. The farm was, with the exception of a few acres where their first house and log stables stood, heavily timbered with all kinds of hard wood. Wolves, bears and deer were quite numerous then, and the howling of wolves was their evening band. Here they lived for nearly forty-three years. A few months before his death he disposed of his farm to Mr. Moses Betzner. Of the numerous assistants they had on their farm George Schmidt, afterwards a minister of the Gospel in the Mennonite Church, James Potter, now residing in Berlin, Jacob Becker, Barbara Rudy, now Mrs. Valentine Knechtel and mother of Rev. S. R. Knechtel, and Martha Allardyce, now of Toronto, were their favorites. These were always considered as members of their family. To Isaac Eby and his wife was born a family 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.].

Isaac married Veronica Shoemaker 30 Oct 1831. Veronica (daughter of Johannes "John" Schumacher and Maria "Mary" Shantz) was born 2 Feb 1815, Frederick Twp., Montgomery Co., Pennsylvania; died 20 Jul 1894, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Historic Building: 38 Bridge St. W., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Land: Waterloo Township - German Company Tract Lot 071, Waterloo County, Ontario
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2435
• Historic Building: 1838, 65 Brubacher St., Kichener, Ontario, Canada; Georgian Farmhouse
• Elected Office: 1850, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; councillor - Waterloo Township
• Occupation: 1852, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; miller
• Occupation: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Miller
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Business: 1867, Bridgeport (Kitchener), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lancaster Grist, Saw & Oil Mills
• Occupation: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Elias Eby, "the second son of Benjamin Eby, was born February 22nd, 1810, and was married to Anna, daughter of Benjamin and Veronica (Martin) Weber. After their marriage they moved on the farm now owned by Simeon Brubacher, son of the late Samuel Brubacher. From there they moved to Bridgeport, Ontario, where he, in company with Barnabas Devitt, carried on the milling and mercantile business, besides running a large farm. He died rather suddenly, June 2nd, 1878. They had a family 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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DEATH OF ELIAS EBY

We regret to learn of the death of Mr. Elias Eby, of Bridgeport, one of the oldest and most highly esteemed residents of this county. He had a stroke of apoplexy on Thursday morning last\emdash just as He was getting ready to visit his daughter in Markham. He became at once insensible and never again rallied. He lingered till Saturday night when he breathed his last. Mr. Eby was the second son of the late Rev. Benjamin Eby, and was born in the old Eby homestead, now occupied by Mr. Menno Erb, East Berlin. Being possessed of rather a better education than was generally obtained in those days, we believe he taught school several years when a young man. He lived a number of years on the farm adjoining his father's\emdash now occupied by the widow of the late Samuel Brubacher, when about 30 years ago, he and Mr. Barnabas Devitt purchased the Bridgeport mills, farm, &c., belonging to the late Jacob S. Schoemaker. Messrs. Eby & Devitt carried on for man? years a most extensive business, when the firm was dissolved and Mr. Eby associated with him his brother Jacob B. Eby, and afterward his son and son-in-law. We believe few men enjoyed so much respect and confidence as did the deceased\emdash and the greatest sympathy was felt for him when, chiefly through being too kind-hearted with a large army of delinquent debtors, he lost a large portion of his property. He was a life-long member of the Mennonite church and his absence from the old meeting house will he greatly missed from Sunday to Sunday. His wife preceded him to her last resting place about a year. He leaves behind him two sons and four daughters, who are, one in California, one in Manitoba, one in Michigan, one in Markham and two in this county--showing how families at the present day get separated. The funeral takes place on Wednesday.

Berlin Daily News 3 Jun 1878

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THE OLD SCHOOLHOUSE

An interesting meeting took place the Saturday before last in the old log cabin in Waterloo Park.

This house was, of course, the first schoolhouse in this area and stood originally on the school-house square at the corner of King and Church Streets in Waterloo. It was built in 1820 and served its purpose until 1842, when it was torn down and a 1-storey stone house was constructed on the site. The dismantled log house was erected again in Greenbush and served as a residence for a long time for the coloured man, Mr. Carroll and his family. In the course of this year, the Waterloo Park Commissioners purchased the house, moved it to their park and furnished it again as it was when it was a school-house.

At this gathering, in addition to many other ladies and gentlemen, the following (male and female) former pupils attended, took their places on the benches, and were called to order by the 82-year-old teacher, Benjamin Burkholder, who held the scepter, or rather, the switch, from 1831 to 1842 in the old log-house: Joel Guth, 80 years old; Abraham Scherk, Blair, 79; Jakob Bricker, Waterloo, 77; Sarah Burkholder, nee Erb, Bridgeport, 75; Amos Weber, Berlin, 73; John C, Bricker, Hawksville, 71; Maria Erb, nee Quickfall, Norwich 69; David B. Eby, Waterloo, 69; Wendel Baumann, Woolwich, 68; Henry Stauffer, Erbsville, 67; Simon Beatty, Elmira, 67; Jakob Ratz, New Hamburg, 67; Israel Baumann, Berlin, 65; George Elbert, Moorefield, 63; George H. Baumann, Elmira, 63; John Devitt, Waterloo, 62; Richard Quickfall, Bridgeport, 62; Isaak Hoffmann, Waterloo, 61; Robert Barkwell, Peel, 60; Diana McMahon, nee Dekay, Berlin, 60; Thomas Quickfall, Floradale, 60; Benjamin Devitt, Waterloo, 60; Isaak Devitt, Floradale, 58; John Longmann, Peel, 57. In addition, to these, the teacher read the names of 25 pupils from the roll; they were, however, absent.

Mr. Burkholder gave an interesting talk about the history of the old school-house, and after him, Rev. J.A. MacLachlan, Rev. J. McNair, Mr. J.E. Baumann, M.P., and Mr. Jakob Ratz spoke about the old days which brought many things out of the past to mind again. School was, as a rule, only in session in winter and the costs were borne by the parents of the children. There were few subjects taught, namely: Reading, Writing and Sums. The children heard little about language, and geography; no child had more than 2 or 3 books. The predominant language was German. The pupils learned to read and write English, but didn't understand a word of it. Among the teachers in the old school-house from 1820-1842, with the exception of Mr. Burkholder, were the following whose names are still recognized: Jephtha DeKay, Joseph Guth, John Herringer, Peter Otto, John Dobbin, Elias Eby, Robert Barber, & Joseph Eby.

After those present, on hearing the various speeches felt themselves transported back to the past, the school was closed at four o'clock and the pupils were gathered together in front of the school and photographed as a group. On their return into the school, they found it had been transformed into a dining room with heavily-laden tables, which the old-timers thoroughly enjoyed. After everyone had chatted cordially for a while longer, the gathering broke up. The company will not meet again in complete numbers, nor in such a way.

Berliner Journal September 26, 1895 Page 4 Column 4

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King Street, Kitchener

Cameron Street eastward.-A fine large holding extending along King Street to almost opposite the Mennonite Church, was Sheriff Davidson's place, Forest Hill, with square Colonial brick house, still standing, although materially changed, on a commanding hill.

Benjamin Eby's farm, occupied and owned later by his son, Elias Eby. J. Y. Shantz's farm, originally the Eby farm, with a large dam and saw mill. The pond was westerly of the present Doon Twines factory, was of good size, was fed by two creeks and gave water power for Shantz's saw mill for many years. There was no steam power. The ice supply for Berlin was largely taken from this pond in the earlier years.


REMINISCENCES OF BERLIN (NOW KITCHENER) By JACOB STROH Contributed by Joseph M. Snyder.

Part I. Settlement - Early Villagers and Buildings, Waterloo Historical Society Annual Volume 1930

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King Street , North Side

Pandora Street

Pandora Street and next to it the site of Bishop Benjamin Eby's buildings and farm. A fine lawn surrounded a large frame house with spacious veranda between the house and King Street. There was a large barn and east of it a cider mill operated by Ely Eby, son of the Bishop. In later years the place was occupied by Rev. Moses Erb and his son Menno Erb, the cider mill long continuing. There was a large orchard between the farm buildings and the Mennonite Meeting House and cemetery. The Mennonites had at first no shed adjoining their church. Posts joined by a chain led along the King Street front, for tying horses. The sheds came later. In 1834 a frame building was erected for this Church. It was moved to Cedar Street in 1902 when the present brick Church was erected and is still used as a woodenware factory.

Eby school house was located at the easterly corner of the cemetery. A frame building, painted red, before 1830. In the rear and to the east of the cemetery was William Moyer's farm with his brick house still standing at the top of the slope from King Street.


REMINISCENCES OF BERLIN (NOW KITCHENER) By JACOB STROH Contributed by Joseph M. Snyder.

Part I. Settlement - Early Villagers and Buildings, Waterloo Historical Society Annual Volume 1930

Historic Building:
Built in 1840 by Jacob S. Shoemaker across from the mill he constructed in 1830. In 1969 the house with stone foundation and handmade brick walls was listed in fair to poor condition. The roof was framed with mortise and tenon joining. The house was a combination of Georgian proportions and classical decorations. The large dormers were reminiscent of early buildings in Pennsylvania. In 1850 the house was sold to Elias Eby together with the mill complex. The house was been renovated a number of times. The porch was removed and the house converted into a tri-plex by 1969.<sup>1a

1a</sup>Bridgeport Mill, a non-dated (probably 1969) type written manuscript located at Doon Heritage Crossroads 2009

Historic Building:
Built in 1838 the house was demolished by 2003 . It was a frame building built in the "Georgian Farmhouse" style, a popular design in the Waterloo Region. In 1978 is was listed in poor condition.

Business:
from: Gazetteer and directory of the County of Waterloo. 1867

Elias — Maria "Anna" Weber. Maria (daughter of Benjamin Weber and Veronica Martin) was born 30 Jul 1809, , Lancaster Co., Pennsylvania; died 9 Oct 1877, Bridgeport (Kitchener), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2446

Notes:

Susannah Eby, "the third member and eldest daughter of the family of Benjamin Eby, was born February 8th, 1812, and died September 23rd, 1819."


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: Catharine Weber
• Name: Katharina Eby
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2447
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Catharine Eby, "the fourth member and the second daughter of Benjamin Eby, was born July 25th, 1814. She was married, February 3rd, 1833, to David, son of Benjamin and Veronica (Martin) Weber. They moved on their farm now forming the North Ward of the town of Berlin. Their farm buildings were situated near where the Grand Trunk Railroad station is now situated. Some time before the Grand Trunk Railway was built they sold their farm to Rev. Abraham Weber and moved two and three-fourths miles east of Berlin, on the east end of lot No. 120, where they resided until their deaths. She died March 30th, 1867, and he died September 17th, 1877. To them were born eleven 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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On the 30th of March, in Waterloo Township, Waterloo Co., C. W., of consumption, CATHERINE, wife of David WEBER, and daughter of Bish. Benjamin Eby, deceased, aged 52 years, 8 months, and some days. She calmly fell asleep in Jesus. She was buried at Christian Eby's burying-ground, on which occasion Enoch Detweiler and Daniel Wismer delivered appropriate addresses.


HERALD OF TRUTH - Volume IV, Number 5 - May 1867 - Page 78

Catharine married David M. Weber 3 Feb 1833. David (son of Benjamin Weber and Veronica Martin) was born 22 Jun 1811, , Lancaster Co., Pennsylvania; died 17 Sep 1877, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Maria Bomberger
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2448
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Maria Eby, "the third and youngest daughter of Bishop Benjamin Eby, was born March 14th, 1816. She was married to William Bomberger (born May 30th, 1816), son of Christian and Mary (Erb) Bomberger. After their marriage they moved on a farm three miles east of Berlin. From there they moved on a small farm two and one half miles north of Waterloo, where they both died. She died June 21st, 1861. He died January 22nd, 1866. They left no heirs."


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.].

Maria married Dr. Wilhelm "William" Bomberger 7 Oct 1839, Dundas, West Flamborough Twp., Wentworth Co., Ontario, Canada. Wilhelm (son of Christian Bomberger and Mary Erb) was born 30 May 1816, , USA; died 22 Jan 1885, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2449
• Residence: 1840, 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: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Benjamin E. Eby, "the sixth member and third son of the family of Bishop Benjamin Eby, was born February 10th, 1818. He was married to Elizabeth, daughter of Abraham and Mary (Schneider) Cressman. She was born October 4th, 1818, and died February 23rd, 1889, aged 70 years, 4 months and 19 days. They moved on a farm two and one-half miles east of Berlin, on south-west part of lot No. 120, German Company's Tract, where they lived for many years. During their old age they lived with their son-in-law, John Erb, where they died. He died July 9th, 1872. They were blessed with a family of five 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.].

Benjamin married Elizabeth Cressman 19 Mar 1839, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Elizabeth (daughter of Abraham Cressman and Mary Schneider) was born 4 Oct 1818, Near Strasburg, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 23 Feb 1889, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Henry Eby
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2450.19
• Occupation: 1842, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; printer
• Historic Building: 1850, 33 Eby Street South, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1851, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; printer
• Occupation: 1852, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; gentleman

Notes:

Henry Eby, "the fourth son of Bishop Benjamin Eby, was born January 25th, 1820. When a young man he received a fair school education. He was a printer by trade and for some time editor and publisher of the Deutscher Canadier, issued weekly at Berlin, Ontario. He also published many books and all kinds of English and German literature. His printing office and residence were situated on the west side of King Street, South Ward, Berlin, about 150 yards from the Market House. The property is now owned by Mr. A. S. Hallman, grocer, who resides in it, and the printing office has been turned into a dwelling house which is rented to a Mrs. John Stauffer. Henry Eby was married, August 22nd, 1843, to Elizabeth Bowers who was born November 12th, 1825. Mr. Eby died March 11th, 1855, leaving three daughters"


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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Henry Eby, proprietor of the German Canadian, died in Berlin, Waterloo County, the 11th inst.

The Christian Guardian 28 Mar 1855, pg 99

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A-1-66 Henry Eby: Probate of Will, granted by William Miller, Esquire, Judge of the Court, 24 March 1855 on the prayer of and in favor to Elias Eby of Lancaster Mills, Miller, Joseph E. Schneider, and Jacob Y. Shantz, both of Berlin, Yeomen, all in the County of Waterloo, and by Henry Eby, formerly of the said Berlin, Gentleman, deceased, appointed Executors to his Last Will and Testament….on the said Executors giving proof and satisfaction that the said Henry Eby is dead, and he having died on or about the eleventh day of the same month of March, and they also giving proof that such Will, and of which the following is a true and faithful transcript, is the true Last Will and Testament of the said Deceased…

In the name of God, Amen - I, Henry Eby, of the Village of Berlin…being of sound and disposingh mind, memory and understanding do make, pubish and declare this my Last Will and Testament, hererby revoking and making null and void all former Last Wills and Testaments and writings in the nature of last Wills and Testaments by me heretofore made. First I give and devise in trust to my hereinafter named Executors and the survivors or survivor…to dispose of all and singular my real personal and mixed property of which I shall be seized and possessed or to which I shall be entitled at the time of my deceased (excepting that portion thereof herinafter given to my beloved wife Elizabeth Eby) entire or in parcels, by public auction or private contract…for the most money that can be obtained..to pay debts, dues, notes, bill, book accounts, obligations and charges against me…to give public notice in some public newspaper for all parties who are indebted to me to pay without delay and all persons to whom I be indebted to send in their claims forthwith, so that my Executors may know what amount to reserve for my debts and liabilities….I give devise and bequeath as follows, that is to ssay, I give and bequeath to my beloved wife Elizabeth Eby, one acre of land, which consists of the rear or south end of the lot number twelve in the said Village of Berlin, where I now reside, commencing at the corner of Eby and Church Streets…and which said lot of land together with the month and other provisions for her hereinafter made I declare shall be taken in lieu and satisfaction of all her Dower and right to Dpwer in the lands of which I have been or may hereafter be seized…I also direct that my said Executors shall build and prepare for my said wife a suitable house and premises, the expenses whereof shall not exceed twelve hundred dollars on the said acre of land bequeathed to my wife, and that my Executors do reserve sufficient for her support, so that she may live comfortably so long as she remains my Widow., and in case of my wife's second marriage or upon her death, I direct that the said acre of land and all and singular shall be sold - the money to be put into a general fund for my children. It is my desire that my children shall live with their mother until they shall attain respectively the age of Eighteen years…If all my said children be eighteen years of age upon my wife's death or in case of her second marriage, all the said money under the control of Executors shall be equally divided among my said children…I nominate and appoint Elias Eby of Lancaster Mills, in the Village of Lancaster and County of Waterloo, Miller, Joseph Schneider of the Village of Berlin, Farmer, and Jacob Y. Shantz of the said Village of Berlin, Farmer, to be Executors of this my last Will and Testament.
The Inventory of the personal Estate of the aforesaid Henry Eby, deceased, is of the amount of One Thousand Four Hundred and forty seven pounds, fifteen shillings and five pence.

Witnessed by Johannes Hiller and James Potter
Will Dated 8 March 1855
Probate granted 24 March 1855
Inventory amount £1447/15/5
Died 11 March 1855

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King Street, Kitchener

Benton to Eby Street.-Successive occupation was as follows: From Benton Street easterward, before 1855, a one-story brick building with gable facing King Street was erected at the corner and used by Jacob Benner as blacksmith shop. Later Benner moved to West Montrose and the next occupant was Valentine Gildner and after him his son John Gildner . This blacksmith shop continued until comparatively recent years. A frame building painted white, with veranda in front, was Gildner s residence..

Vacant lot.

A tinsmith shop owned by Mr. Lehnen . This had a nice front with two good-sized glass windows on either side of the door.

A dwelling house built by Henry Rothaermel 1848-9. He was a carpenter and later was market clerk and tax collector.

A lane.

A one and one-half story building, with gable facing King Street and a verandah extending over the sidewalk, occupied by a Mr. Coleman 1855-1860. Adjoining it was a warehouse. The store passed to Coleman's son and then to John Kegel. Later John George Schmidt, shoemaker, occupied the building.

A lane.

A double, frame building about 50 feet along King St.; the east half used as a dwelling had a veranda; the west half was occupied by Charles Koehn, shoemaker.

Open space.

Dwelling of Gabriel Bowman, carpenter, who built the house.

A one and one-half story building occupied by Balzar Allendorf, a coverlet weaver, about 1840. Allendorf later moved to New Hamburg. There was a veranda at the front of the house and under it a well. Cattle ran at large in the streets at this time and one Sunday afternoon a steer got on the veranda floor, which was partly rotted, broke through, fell into the well and had to be pulled out by means of a windlass. The building was torn down later.

frame building ocupied by Henry Sippel, former employee of Allendorf, as a weaver's shop.

In 1855 there was a frame building one and one-half story high along King Street divided into two parts, one part a dwelling and the other part a hat shop, owned by John Kidder, who made felt hats and old-fashioned bonnets. The shop was a few steps above the sidewalk level.

A dwelling.

A one and one-half story frame building lengthwise with King street occupied by a widow, Mrs. Caroline Lehnen.

A driveway.

A two story brick building with gable toward King Street, occupied by J. J. Lehnen, son of the widow Lehnen, as a copper and tinsmith shop and a store. Lehnen made his own tinware. Later Jacob Doebler occupied this building as a bakery.

A one and one-half story frame building with gable toward King Street occupied by George Yantz, a cabinet maker. He had a tavern in this same building for a time, and lived there.

In the early years a garden.

A small shop with sloping roof used by Christian Enslin as a book store and book-bindery, the first book-bindery in Berlin Enslm arrived in Berlin about 1830. Jacob Stroh remembers going with his father to the store to buy school supplies. Enslin later was editor, for Henry Eby, the publisher, of the Deutsche Canadier which began publication in 1840.

Enslin's House, one-half story, frame, standing lengthwise with King Street and having a veranda over the door, was on the site of Dr. Hetts present office and house. At the rear there was an orchard.

About 60 feet back of King Street there was a house built by Henry Eby. Shubel Randall, brother of George Randall, lived in it later. In 1860 the building was destroyed by fire and a servant girl Dina Hertz, perished in the flames. The walls remaining standing, the house was re-built, and is still in use.

A brick building, abutting on King Street with gable facing the street, was Henry Eby's printing office. The main floor was she or seven feet above the sidewalk level. In 1860 this building was changed to a church and was the first Anglican Church in Berlin.

A frame building, one end of which was used by Henry Bowman as a general store; he lived in the other end. This was known as the Bowman building. Later William Stein had a tailor shop in it and after him William Thoms used it as a shoe repair shop.

REMINISCENCES OF BERLIN (NOW KITCHENER) By JACOB STROH Contributed by Joseph M. Snyder.

Part I. Settlement - Early Villagers and Buildings, Waterloo Historical Society Annual Volume 1930

Historic Building:
Built in 1850-1855 by Henry Eby, it is a frame house. In 1978 it was covered in insul-brick and was listed as being in fair condition.

Heinrich married Elizabeth Bowers 22 Aug 1843. Elizabeth (daughter of Samuel Bowers and Lydia Sauers) was born 12 Nov 1825, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was christened 13 Mar 1833, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 26 Mar 1903, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Heinrich — . Unknown [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/168929349
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2459
• Occupation: 1852, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; farmer
• Possessions: 1853, Waterloo Township - German Company Tract Lot 002, Waterloo County, Ontario

Notes:

Rev. Christian Eby, "the fifth son and eighth member of Bishop Benjamin Eby's family, was born June 19th, 1821. He was received as a member of the Mennonite Church while yet a young man. On February 26th, 1854, he was ordained as a minister of the church. The congregation soon found him to be a man of more than ordinary talents. Having his mind well stored with biblical and other knowledge, besides being endued with grace and unction from on high, he was fully qualified for the work of the ministry. He ranked with the best ministers of the church in his day, and was by all considered sound in the doctrine of their famous founder, Simon Menno. He did not, like some, try to build the house of God, the Lord's temple, with wood, hay and stubble, but with gold, silver and precious stones. His sermons were generally well prepared for the various occasions, full of logic, adapted to the wants of the hearers and attended with divine influence and power, hence deep and lasting impressions were made upon his large congregations. The writer heard him preach telling sermons even within the first years of his ministry, and many times afterwards. He was very punctual in attending to his appointments and faithful in visiting the poor and all members of the church placed in his charge. During the year 1857 it was noticed that his health was failing, and, to the great loss of the church, he, on November 5th, 1859, passed out of this vale of tears to mansions above, where all is peace and joy. He was married to Mary, daughter of Abraham and Mary (Schneider) Cressman. She was born December 17th, 1820, and died April 23rd, 1867. They resided on the old homestead of his father, Bishop Benjamin Eby. They had two children who lived but a few hours"

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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First Mennonite Church

The first church built in Waterloo County was erected in Berlin in 1813, and was known as Benjamin Eby's Meeting House.

Benjamin Eby had come to Canada in 1807 and in 1809 was ordained preacher. Three years later, in 1812, he was ordained bishop. His "parish included sections of Waterloo, Wilmot and Woolwich" (Uttley 1937: 27). In 1818 a frame addition, which was to be used as a winter school, was built on to the church. The log meeting house was replaced in 1834 by a larger frame church, and the old building was taken to Breslau to become the first meeting house in that community. (The Breslau church was known as Cressman Meeting House, a name which was changed in 1968 to Breslau Mennonite Church.) A Sunday School was opened in the church in 1841.

Benjamin Eby died in 1853. He was followed by Abraham C. Weber who served the congregation until his death in 1874. In that same year, a division in the church brought about the departure of a group who organized a congregation of Reforming (or Reformed) Mennonites, to become United Mennonites in 1875 and then Mennonite Brethren in Christ in 1883. Their church is the present-day Bethany Missionary Church on Lancaster Street East. Christian Eby was the next minister of the Berlin Mennonite Church, until 1879. The church was known over the years as Benjamin Eby's Church, Christian Eby's Church (from 1854-1904), and the Berlin Church (from 1904 until 1917.) The name of the church became First Mennonite Church in 1917.

A new brick church was built in 1902. A Bible Study School was begun in 1907, and in 1928 a separate brick Bible Study School building was erected. Stirling Avenue Mennonite Church was formed by some members in 1924 as a result of a division in the church.

Of interest: when the new church was built in 1902, the 1834 frame church was bought by D.B. Betzner who moved it to Cedar Street where it became a woodenware business and then a furniture factory. It was destroyed by fire in 1937.

Waterloo County Churches A Research Guide To Churches Established Before 1900 By Rosemary Ambrose

Christian married Maria "Mary" Cressman 2 Mar 1843, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Maria (daughter of Abraham Cressman and Mary Schneider) was born 17 Dec 1820, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 23 Apr 1867, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 26 Apr 1867, First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2462
• Occupation: 1852, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; farmer
• Occupation: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Labourer
• Occupation: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Abraham Eby, "the sixth son of Bishop Benjamin Eby, was born on the old homestead, November 21st, 1823. On April 30th, 1843, he was married to Lucy Hembling who was born August 9th, 1822. Soon after their marriage they moved on a farm two and one-half miles east of Berlin. This farm is now owned by Henry Cressman. Here they resided for nearly five years, when they moved on another farm two and one-half miles north of the town of Waterloo where they lived for about five years, then they sold out and moved to the village of Bridgeport, where they resided until his death which took place August 21st, 1885. His widow still owns and occupies the old homestead. They had a family of eleven 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.].

Abraham married Lucy Hembling 30 Apr 1843, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Lucy (daughter of Noah Hembling and Hannah Rose) was born 9 Aug 1822, Ilketshall, Saint Andrew Parish, , Suffolk, England; was christened 22 Sep 1822, Ilketshall, Saint Andrew Parish, , Suffolk, England; died 12 Feb 1912, Bridgeport (Kitchener), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2474
• Residence: 1845, 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 City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Jacob B. Eby, "the seventh son of Bishop Benjamin Eby, was born March 24th, 1826. After his marriage, in September, 1845, to Lucy Kauffman (born February 26th, 1830, and died September 24th, 1877), he moved on his farm three miles north of the town of Waterloo, Ontario, where he resided for a number of years. He afterwards went into the milling business in partnership with his brother, Elias, having purchased Barnabas Devitt's interest in the firm of Eby & Devitt, Bridgeport, Ontario. In 1867 he sold his interest in the Bridgeport Mills and purchased the Salem Mills where he carried on business for some years. Some time within the years 1875-76 he disposed of his Salem property and moved to the town of Waterloo where his wife, Lucy Kauffman died. On September 16th, 1878, he was married a second time to Elizabeth Schill (born May 12th, 1848), to whom his youngest child was born. He died December 21st, 1882. He had a large family"


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.].

Jacob married Lucy Kaufman 30 Sep 1845, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Lucy (daughter of Andrew Kaufman and Magdalena Erb) was born 26 Feb 1830, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 24 Sep 1877, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Jacob married Elizabeth Schill 16 Sep 1878. Elizabeth (daughter of John Schill and Anna M.) was born 12 May 1848, , Germany; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2491
• Residence: 1847, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1852, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; printer
• Occupation: 1853, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; printer

Notes:

Peter Eby, "the youngest son of Bishop Benjamin Eby, was born on the old homestead in the town of Berlin, February 28th, 1828. In his younger days he was engaged as a teacher in our public schools. He afterwards became interested in the printing business and was for a number of years proprietor and publisher of the Berlin Telegraph and Der Deutsche Canadier; he was also Crown agent. In 1856 he moved to the state of New York, and finally located in Buffalo where he carried on the printing business with great success for 30 years. On September 30th, 1847, he was married to Susan Sparrow who was born April 28th, 1826, and died November 17th, 1888. He died August 15th, 1894. To them was born a family of three 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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Queen Street North, West Side

Gaukel's well at the corner of the hotel shed, the corner being later built up as the Bowman Block, now the Bank of Montreal.

A brick warehouse belonging to the corner store of the Bowman Block. First occupants of this store were Bowman and Heins, later H. S, Huber and then by Huber and Roy.

Opposite the Breithaupt leather store stood a one-story brick building, Dr. Pipe's surgery and later Dr. Wright's.

A two-storey brick house lengthwise with Queen Street and with veranda on two sides, the veranda a few steps above the ground, occupied by Henry Schaefer. In 1871 Dr. Pipe lived in this house. Among other things Dr. Pipe kept bees, although he was quite afraid of them. Dr. Pipe and Henry Stroh succeeded in bringing the first Italian queen bee to this part of the country.

A lane.

A handsome brick house, gable roof, lengthwise with the street, the corners faced with limestone from Guelph, erected by Joseph Hobson, the surveyer, in 1860. Hobson eventually was Chief Engineer of the Great Western Railway and when that was merged with the Grand Trunk he became Chief Engineer of the latter Company and was among other things Chief Engineer of the Sarnia tunnel. Alexander MacPherson, editor and publisher of the Berlin Telegraph, later lived in the house. The site is now occupied by the head office of the Economical Fire Insurance Company.

A two-story red frame building well back from the street built probably before 1850 by Peter Eby, identified with the "Deutsche Canadier" and with the early days of the "Telegraph". Dr. Eggert, homeopath, lived in the house 1859-1860 and later John Klippert, high constable and county bailiff.

One and a half story brick building at the corner of Duke and Queen Streets occupied by a Mr. Von Ebenau and wife and later for a number of years by Michael Jaehle, a blacksmith. The site is now occupied by the Daily Record building.

Duke Street.

A large handsome building trimmed with cut stone built in 1860 by David S. Shoemaker of Bridgeport who was county registrar, The building was intended for a bank and agent's residence and so used first by the Commercial Bank which failed and later by the Merchants Bank of which R. N, Rogers was agent for a number of years. Some time later Dr. H. S. Lackner acquired the property and used it as residence and surgery. After Dr. Lackner's death the property was sold to the present occupants, the Langleys of Toronto.
building, colonial style, with large posts at the front carrying the projecting roof, erected in 1848-49, the Waterloo Township Hall, the land for which was donated by Frederick Gaukel. General public meetings were held in this hall, among others meetings purposing to have Berlin named as county town. After consummation of this a banquet was held in the hall, which was occasionally used for such purpose. The occasion of this particular banquet was the laying of the corner stone of the new county buildings in 1852. 100 guests were present and there were a number of patriotic toasts. Later the building was used as a printing office, the "Deutsche Canadier" and the "Telegraph" being printed there for a time. Eventually the building was remodelled and enlarged and became the Methodist Church. In 1904 the St. Matthews Lutheran congregation purchased the property and later the First English Lutheran Church, which still continues in the building.

Behind the present Kitchener Public Library, occupying the site of his ornamental garden, and still standing is Dr. Scott's residence, built in 1855. Henry Rothaermel was the contractor. Dr. Scott was the first warden of the county and first reeve of Berlin. After his death the house was occupied by M. C. Schofield who married Dr. Scott's widow. Later Israel Bowman, for many years county clerk and town clerk of Berlin, acquired the property and lived there.

Weber Street.

On the corner the Presbyterian Church first built 1860-61 at a size of 36 ft. by 50 ft., cost $4,500 and seating 175 persons. Rev. John McMeekin was an early minister.

A two-story red brick building lengthwise with Queen Street, built 1855-56, the house of H. S. Huber.

Simon Roy's house, also red brick, one and one-half story high, both of these houses were set back from the street. Mr. Roy was nurseryman and florist.

A one-story double house lengthwise with Queen Street.

Before Ahrens Street was continued westerly across Queen Street there was on the site a two-story unpainted weather-boarded building, the house of John Dopp.
frame building, similar to Dopp's, the house of Christina Bloch, a widow who lived there for many years.

A frame building, similar to Dopp's, but with gable facing Queen Street, the house of August Vetter, painter and paper-hanger.

A vacant lot later owned by Louis Breithaupt who built, on the corner of Margaret Avenue, a residence for Judge Lacourse.

Margaret Avenue.

On Margaret Avenue a short distance westerly from Queen Street was the Moxley farm with house and barn. The barn was later moved to Lexington by Henry Stroh who bought it to replace one that had been struck by lightning. On the corner of Ellen Street a brick house occupied in the early days by Rev. Mr. Savage, Methodist minister, and later by John Hoffman, Jr., a druggist.

Ellen Street.

REMINISCENCES OF BERLIN (NOW KITCHENER) By JACOB STROH Contributed by Joseph M. Snyder.

Part I. Settlement - Early Villagers and Buildings, Waterloo Historical Society Annual Volume 1930

Peter married Susan Sparrow 30 Sep 1847, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Susan (daughter of Thomas Sparrow and Sarah Ann West) was born 28 Apr 1826, Thetford, Norfolk, England; was christened 10 Sep 1826, Wesleyan Methodist Church, Thetford, Norfolk, England; died 17 Nov 1888, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Mount View Cemetery, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00018-1388.2

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00018-1388.3

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00018-1388.4

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00018-1388.5

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• Eby ID Number: 00018-1388.6

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• Eby ID Number: 00018-1388.7

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• Eby ID Number: 00018-1388.8

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00018-1388.9

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00018-1390
• Residence: 1840, 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: 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; Gentleman
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1891, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Gentleman
• Residence: 1891, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Jacob Brubacher, "the eldest son, was born April 9th, 1818. On February 11th, 1840, he was married to Mary Weber who was born December 10th, 1815, and died April 20th, 1888. After their marriage they moved near Bridgeport, Ontario, on the farm now possessed by Benjamin M. Eby, where they resided four years, then they moved three miles west of Berlin, on north central part of lot No. 35 where she died. Here he still resides with his youngest son. Their family consisted of four 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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BRUBACHER - On the 6th of December 1896, near Berlin, Ont., Bro. Jacob Brubacher, aged 78 years, 7 months and 27 days. He was married to Maria Weber in 1846. He leaves behind him, three children, fourteen grandchildren, three great-grandchildren. He was a consistent member of the Mennonite church. He was buried in C. Eby's burying ground where services were conducted by Daniel Wismer and Noah Stauffer.

Herald of Truth, Vol. XXXIV, No. 3, February 1, 1897 - Page 45, 46

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Died - Jacob Brubacher, who lived on the Petersburg road, near Berlin, died on Sunday, 6th Dec 1896, at 3.30 p.m. at the age of 77 years. Funeral on Wednesday at 10 a.m., from his late residence to the Old Mennonite cemetery, Berlin. A brother and four sisters survive him

Berlin News Record, December 7, 1896

Jacob married Mary Weber 11 Feb 1840, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Mary (daughter of Benjamin Weber and Veronica Martin) was born 10 Dec 1815, , Lancaster Co., Pennsylvania; died 20 Apr 1888, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Susannah Weber
• Eby ID Number: 00018-1395
• Residence: 1839, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Susannah Brubacher, "eldest daughter of John and Catharine (Sherk) Brubacher, was born June 28th, 1819. In 1839 she was married to John Weber. They resided about one and half miles west of Breslau for many years, then, when old, they moved to Bridgeport where they both died. She died May 21st, 1891. To them was born one child named Veronica. See John M. Weber's family."


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.].

Susannah married John Weber 9 Apr 1839, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. John (son of Benjamin Weber and Veronica Martin) was born 23 Mar 1814, Earl Twp., Lancaster Co., Pennsylvania; died May 1879, Bridgeport (Kitchener), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Elizabeth Bingeman
• Name: Lizzie Brubacher
• Eby ID Number: 00018-1396
• Residence: 1842, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1891, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Elizabeth Brubacher, "second daughter in the family, was born December 13th, 1820. In 1842 she was married to Jonas Bingeman who was born April 9th, 1817. Soon after their marriage they moved on their farm about three miles west of Berlin where they resided many years. Some years ago they moved to Berlin where they still reside. To them was born a family of 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.].

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On the 22d of January 1899, at her residence, Frederick St., Berlin, Ont., of Lagrippe and pneumonia, Sister Elizabeth Brubacher, widow of the late Bro. Jonas Bingeman, aged 78 years, 1 month and 7 days. Sister Bingeman had been enjoying good health up to the 17th ult., when she was seized with an attack of the grippe. Two days later she took her bed, and although medical aid was promptly summoned the disease took its course, and she quietly passed away with the glorious hope of meeting her Redeemer in the world of light. She was the daughter of the late John Brubacher, one of the early residents of this locality and in her childhood was a pupil of the well known Bish. Benjamin Eby. She was united in marriage to Jonas Bingeman in 1842. Of their nine children eight survive her, all married but one, who, with true filial devotion, cared for her parents in their declining years. She leaves also many grandchildren and numerous friends to mourn their lose. Her funeral on the 25th at the C. Eby M. H. was very largely attended. Services by Daniel Wismer in German and by Noah Stauffer in English.

The Herald of Truth, Vol. XXXVI, No. 4, February 15, 1899 - pages 61,62

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Fatal LaGrippe
Mrs. Jonas Bingeman Receives the Final Summons

Mrs. Jonas Bingeman one of Berlin's oldest and most highly respected ladies, passed quietly away at 3 o'clock on Sunday afternoon, after an illness of about a week's duration. She was suffering with LaGrippe, which, though broken up, weakened her that she fell a victim to heart failure. The funeral will be held on Wednesday morning at 9:30 from the family residence, Five Points, Frederick St., to the East End Mennonite church and cemetery.

Deceased was revered by all who knew her for her Christian graces and kindly life, her many words and acts of assistance cheering the pathway of life for many a fellow traveller. She leaves behind to mourn her loss eight children, all grown up, four sons and four daughters. Messrs John Joseph, Jonas and Elias, of Berlin, Mrs. M. Weber, town; Mrs. M B Shantz and Mrs. R Dewart, Rochester, N. Y., and Miss K. Bingeman, at home. Mrs. Bingeman attended school in a little red school house near where the Mennonite church now stands, and which was taught by Mr. Benj. Eby. Her husband predeceased her a little over a year ago.

Berlin News Record, January 23, 1899

Elizabeth married Jonas B. Bingeman 8 Dec 1842, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Jonas (son of Bingeman, son of Johannes "John" Bingeman and Hannah S. Bergey) was born 9 Apr 1817, , Montgomery Co., Pennsylvania; died 11 Sep 1897, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Historic Building: Waterloo Township - German Company Tract Lot 025, Waterloo County, Ontario; The Schweitzer House
• Eby ID Number: 00018-1397
• Residence: 1846, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Historic Building: 1850, Columbia Street West, Waterloo, 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: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1891, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Occupation: 1901, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer

Notes:

John E. Brubacher, "second son of John and Catharine (Sherk) Brubacher, was born August 9th, 1822. On February 6th, 1846, he was married to Magdalena, daughter of David and Esther (Martin) Musselman. She was born December 16th 1827, and died July 5th, 1877. After her deceased he was married, in December, 1882, to Esther Musselman, sister to his first wife. She was the widow of the late Amos Martin, and was born November 18th, 1842. To him and his first wife was born a family of fourteen 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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Waterloo County lost another of its pioneers on Sunday evening, when Mr. John E. Brubacher passed away at his home, about two miles northwest of Waterloo. Deceased was 80 years of age and was one of the oldest settlers. A family of ten children survive. They are- David, St. Jacobs; Martin, Kansas; John and Benjamin, near home; Noah, at home; Mrs. Samuel Snyder and Mrs. O. S. Martin, Waterloo; Mrs. Levi Groff, Lexington; Mrs. David Martin, Elmira, and Harriet at home. The funeral took place at 9 o'clock on Wednesday morning to the old Mennonite church, Berlin.

Elmira Signet 28 Aug 1902

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Death of Mr. J. E. Brubacher

This district lost another of its pioneers on Sunday evening when Mr. John E. Brubacher passed away at his home about two miles northwest of Waterloo. Deceased was 80 years of age and was one of the oldest settlers. A family of ten children survive. They are David, St. Jacobs; Martin, Kansas; John and Benjamin, near home, and Noah at home; Mrs. Samuel Snyder and Mrs. O. S. Martin, Waterloo; Mrs. Levi Groff, Lexington; Mrs. David Martin, Elmira; and Harriet at home. The funeral will be held at 9 o'clock on Wednesday morning to the old Mennonite church, Berlin.

Berlin News Record, August 25, 1902
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Death of John E. Brubacher

John E. Brubacher, one of the oldest pioneers of Waterloo County, passed away to the great beyond at 9:30 p.m. on Sunday, the 24st inst., at his country home near Waterloo. Deceased had been ill for about three weeks with stomach trouble. This with the infirmities of old age gradually weakened him and his end was unexpected. He had reached the ripe old age of 80 years and 15 days. The funeral takes place at 9 o'clock Wednesday morning, August 27th, from his late residence, 2 miles northwest of Waterloo, to the Mennonite church, Berlin, for service and interment.

Berlin Daily Telegraph, August 25, 1902

Historic Building:
In 1846, John Brubacher married Magdalena Musselman, settling on Lot 25, German Company Tract. Their son John E. Brubacher married in the late 1800s and built a house on the farm.. John E. Brubacher had a daughter who married into the Groff family. The Groff family eventually inherited the house and lived there until it was passed on to their daughter, who married Stanley Schweitzer. In 1957 the Schweitzer family sold the farm to the Waterloo College Associate Faculties, which would soon become the University of Waterloo. In 1972 the Graduate Student Association leased the house. [from The Record, December 22, 2007]

Historic Building:
Beautifully situated on a hill overlooking Columbia Lake on the north campus of the University of Waterloo, the home was built in 1850 of granite fieldstone.
No two of the structure's four elevations are alike. The one to the south is the most interesting. A noteworthy feature is a large verandah spanning the length of the building on the south facade. The gables on both the east and west elevations exhibit return eaves and the attic, on each side, is lit by two small four paned windows. These features are typical of the Mennonite version of the plain Georgian style.
A fire in 1968 seriously damaged the structure's interior and prompted the restoration of the home. The generous financial support of the University of Waterloo, the Ontario Heritage Foundation and the Waterloo Regional Heritage Foundation allowed the restoration to be completed by 1975. The basement now contains a meeting room, the focal point of which is a large fireplace. The ground floor houses a furnished museum depicting the interior of a Pennsylvania-German farmhouse. The second storey provides accommodation for the Curator.1a

1aDesignated Properties List www.waterloo.ca

John married Magdalena Musselman 3 Feb 1846, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Magdalena (daughter of David Musselman and Esther Z. Martin) was born 16 Dec 1827, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 5 Jul 1877, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

John married Esther Musselman Dec 1882. Esther (daughter of David Musselman and Esther Z. Martin) was born 18 Nov 1842, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 25 Apr 1926; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00018-1412
• Occupation: 1851, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1851, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonist
• Residence: 1852, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Occupation: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1891, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Gentleman
• Residence: 1891, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Henry Brubacher, "was born February 12th, 1824. On January 6th, 1852, he was married to Mary, daughter of David and Esther Musselman. She was born November 24th, 1833, and died November 20th, 1867. Soon after their marriage they moved on his father's old homestead, a little east of Berlin, where they resided until their deaths. He died March 5th, 1893. To them was born a family 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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BRUBACHER - On the 5th of March, 1893, near Berlin, Waterloo Co., Ontario, of an affection of the lungs, Bro. Henry Brubacher, aged 69 years and 21 days. The deceased was born on the 12th of February, 1824. In January, 1852, he married Mary Mussleman. To this union were born 5 sons and 5 daughters, of whom 4 sons and 3 daughters remain. Sister Brubacher died on the 20th of November, 1867. Bro. Brubacher had been confined to house nearly all winter and to his bed for about 4 weeks before his death. He was resigned to God's will. The remains were interred at C. Eby's meeting house, Berlin, on the 8th, followed by a large concourse of relatives and sympathizing friends. Funeral services at the house by D. Wisner and Moses Bowman in German from John 5: 24, 25 and by Noah Stauffer in English from Phillipians 1: 21.

Obituary - Herald of Truth, April 1, 1893

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Mr. Henry Brubacher, an esteemed and widely known gentleman, who has resided near Berlin for many years, died at his late residence last evening after an illness of a few weeks. Deceased was in his sixty-ninth year of age and was the son of John Brubacher, one of the original settlers of the site where Berlin now stands. The dead citizen was very well known throughout the county and followed farming for the greater portion of his life, though for some years he was engaged, or had an interest in certain enterprises in the town. He was of a kindly disposition and leaves a family of seven grown children, four sons and three daughters, to mourn his loss. One of his sons is Mr. "Solly" Brubacher, so well and popularly known in Berlin. His death has aroused many expressions of condolences for his bereaved family, and the county loses a whole-hearted genial resident. He was born in Berlin, Feb 12 1821 and died of congestion of the lungs and will be buried on Wednesday morning at 9 o'clock in the Old Mennonite Cemetery. [Henry Sherk Brubacher]

The Daily Telegraph 6 Mar 1893

Henry married Mary Musselman 6 Jan 1852, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Mary (daughter of David Musselman and Esther Z. Martin) was born 24 Nov 1833, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 20 Nov 1867, near, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 23 Nov 1867, First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00018-1423

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00018-1424

Other Events:

• Honoured: Samuel St., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Samuel Street in Kitchener is named for him.
• Eby ID Number: 00018-1425
• Residence: 1861, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1862, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Historic Building: 1867, 209 Frederick St., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1871, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1871, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Samuel Brubacher, "was born January 4th, 1829. On March 4th, 1862, he was married to Lydia, daughter of David and Esther (Martin) Musselman. She was born June 22nd, 1838. After his marriage he purchased his father's farm situated a little to the south-east of the Berlin Central School. Here he followed the agricultural life until his death which took place December 2nd, 1875. To them was born a family of 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.].

Historic Building:
Built in 1867 it was a one story frame house. In 1978 it was listed in very good condition and was demolished about 2004. It was a example of the Regency style with a low hipped roof, verandah along the facade with some attempt at some trelliage. A style rarely used in Kitchener.

Samuel married Lydia Musselman 4 Mar 1862, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Lydia (daughter of David Musselman and Esther Z. Martin) was born 22 Jun 1838, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 31 Oct 1918, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00018-1435

Other Events:

• Name: Anna "Nancy" Shantz
• Name: Nancy Brubacher
• Eby ID Number: 00018-1436
• Residence: 1861, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Anna Brubacher, "was born September 19th, 1832. On December 6th, 1853, she was married to Jacob Y. Shantz. They resided on the old 'Shantz Farm' about a mile south-east of Berlin. She died at Pottstown, Pennsylvania, October 1st, 1870,(Mr. and Mrs. Shantz went to Pennsylvania on a visit and while there she contracted typhoid fever and died. Her body was brought home and interred in the Eby Burial Ground, a little east of Berlin) leaving a family of seven 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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Shantz On the 1st of October, in Chester county, Pa., in the house of widow Wenger, of Typhoid fever, Anna, wife of Jacob Y. Schantz, of Waterloo Co., Ont., Canada, aged 38 years and 12 days. (Her maiden name was Brubaker). On the 13th of September she, and husband and daughter left home with the intention of making a visit to Pennsylvania. In the evening of the 14th she complained of headache and weariness, from which time she gradually grew weaker until the 20th, after which she was confined to bed. Her disease still growing more severe. She departed from this world with a strong hope of meeting God and the Lamb in peace, and to love and praise them through all the ages of eternity with all the blood washed saints. Upon being asked in regard to her departure, she said, "I would fain die, for I could go in peace." These were her last words. She did not complain because she was not at home, but was quiet and patient. On the 4th her husband and daughter, accompanied by their friend, George Wenger, brought her remains home to Canada, where children, parents, brothers and sisters, and friends assembled to mourn her sorrowful fate. On the 5th her mortal remains were consigned to the grave in the presence of a large concourse of relatives and friends. Funeral discourses were delivered by George Schmidt and Enoch Detweiler.

Herald of Truth, November, 1870

Anna married Mayor Jacob Yost Shantz 6 Dec 1853, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Jacob (son of Jacob Shantz and Mary Yost) was born 2 May 1822, near, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 28 Oct 1909, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Magdalena "Polly" Musselman
• Name: Polly Brubacher
• Eby ID Number: 00018-1437
• Residence: 1852, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1861, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1891, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1911, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Income
• Residence: 1911, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Magdalena Brubacher, "was born March 10th, 1834. On December 7th, 1852, she was married to David M. Musselman. They reside in the town of Berlin."

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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Musselman. - Magdalena Brubaker, widow of the late David Musselman, was born at Berlin, Ont., Mar. 10, 1834, and died at Berlin, Dec. 12, 1915. She lived in holy matrimony over 52 years. To them were born 13 children, 7 of whom are living. There are 8 grandchildren. She lived in widowhood for 11 years. She was converted 64 years ago and joined the Mennonite Church of which she remained a faithful member. She will be especially remembered by her loving and kind disposition. She passed much of her time in her declining years by singing hymns. Not long before she died she sang the hymn, "Sweeping through the gates of the New Jerusalem. Funeral on Dec. 15 at the Berlin Mennonite Church. Services were conducted by Samuel Bowman and S. Tautenshlager of the U. B. Church.

Gospel Herald - Volume VIII, Number 41 - January 6, 1916 - page 671

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Mrs. Magdalena Musselman

A respected and widely known resident of the city, Mrs. Magdalena Musselman, relict of the late David Musselman, has been called to the Great Beyond. Death, which was caused by the infirmities of old age occurred on Sunday morning.

The deceased was in her eighty-second year and had resided here for about thirty years. She is survived by three sons and four daughters.
The funeral will be held at two o'clock on Wednesday afternoon at the residence, 36 Cameron North Street, thence to the East End Mennonite Church.

Berlin News Record, December 13, 1915

Magdalena married David M. Musselman 7 Dec 1852, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. David (son of David Musselman and Esther Z. Martin) was born 26 May 1832, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 2 Jan 1905, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Maria Brubacher
• Name: Mary Martin
• Eby ID Number: 00018-1438
• Residence: 1855, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Notes:

Mary Brubacher, "was born August 29th, 1836. On March 13th, 1855, she was married to Moses Martin, a farmer. They resided in Woolwich Township, two miles north of St. Jacobs where she died March 23rd, 1859, leaving a family of two sons"

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.].

Mary married Moses W. Martin 13 Mar 1855, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Moses (son of John Z. Martin and Anna Weber) was born 11 Aug 1832, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 26 Nov 1887, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 30 Nov 1887, Elmira Mennonite Cemetery, Elmira, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Catharine Betzner
• Eby ID Number: 00018-1439
• Residence: 1855, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1861, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1871, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1891, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1911, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Catharine Brubacher, "was born July 5th, 1838. On April 3rd, 1855, she was married to David Betzner. They reside in Berlin, Ontario. To them was born a family of six sons"


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. David Betzner

Death came suddenly through heart failure Monday morning at 9 o'clock to one of Berlin's oldest residents in the person of Mrs. David Betzner, who resided with her son, Hy. B. Betzner on 62 Scott street.

The deceased was in her 74th years and spent most of her time in the County of Waterloo. She was widely known in Berlin and throughout the County and many homes will be saddened by the news of her death. She had been ailing for some time but of late had improved considerably and was able to attend to her duties when death overtook her.

The maiden name of the deceased was Catherine Brubacher. She is survived by her husband and five sons, John, Joseph, Henry and David in Berlin and Eliah of Ohio. Two sons predeceased her. She was a faithful member of the Mennonite church and a daughter of the late John Brubacher, being a family of 15 children of whom only two survive, namely Mrs. Moses Betzner, and Mrs. David Musselman, both of this town.

The funeral will take place on Wednesday afternoon when services will be held at the residence of her son Mr. H. B. Betzner, 62 Scott street, at 2 o'clock and thence to the east end Mennonite Church. Internment will take place in the East End cemetery.
Friends are requested to omit flowers.

Berlin Daily Telegraph, September 27, 1911

Catharine married David Betzner 3 Apr 1855, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. David (son of Johannes B. "John" Betzner and Magdalena Eby) was born 14 Nov 1833, Doon (Kitchener), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 24 Oct 1922, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/201364299
• Eby ID Number: 00018-1440
• Residence: 1861, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1867, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Notes:

Benjamin Brubacher, "was born April 24th, 1841. In 1867 he was married to Barbara, daughter of John and Mary (Wenger) Meyer. She was born May 12th 1849. After their marriage they moved two miles west of St. Jacobs, on the farm now owned by David M. Brubacher. Here they resided until his death which took place January 23rd, 1871. To them were born two sons, namely: Albert, who resides in Elkhart, Indiana, and Josephus who resides at Caledonia, Michigan."

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.].

Benjamin married Barbara Meyer 26 Sep 1867, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Barbara (daughter of John N. Meyer and Mary Wenger) was born 12 May 1849, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 5 Feb 1937, Merritt, Missaukee, Michigan, USA; was buried , Gaines Cemetery, Gaines Township, Kent Co., Michigan. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Veronica Betzner
• Eby ID Number: 00018-1441
• Residence: 1861, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1864, Waterloo 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, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1911, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Veronica Brubacher, "the youngest member of John and Catharine (Sherk) Brubacher's family, was born May 16th, 1843. On February 2nd, 1864, she was married to Moses Betzner, a farmer. They reside on the old 'Bishop Benjamin Eby' farm at east end of Berlin. Their family consists of five 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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Betzner - Veronica (Brubacher) Betzner, widow of the late Moses Betzner of Kitchener, Ont., died at her home Nov. 18, 1935; aged 92 y. 6 m. 4 d. Together they lived 186 years. The striking thing about both was that they died without disease, the body merely breaking down in general by old age. She was a faithful member of the First Mennonite Church of Kitchener. She was the oldest member, and member the longest number of years - 73 years. Grandma Betzner will be remembered for having been the last pioneer of the first settlers who came to Kitchener area in 1815. Her father, John Brubacher, came from Lancaster Co., and was among the first deacons of the Church. She will also be remembered for her good memory, and keen mind. This faculty she kept to within 8 months of her death. Her love for Christian song was also a marked characteristic of her life. In earlier days their home was the "soul of hospitality." Farewell, till we meet on that "Beautiful Shore," in the "Sweet-bye-and-bye," of which she loved to sing. She is survived by 4 children, 9 grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren. The children are Mrs. E. B. Kolb, Mrs. Charles Quickfall, of Kitchener; Allen Betzner, Berkeley, Calif.; Mrs. B. B. Shuh, Guernsey, Sask. The services and burial were conducted at the First Mennonite Church by C. F. Derstine, whose wife was a granddaughter, and by Moses Brubacher, a grand-nephew.


Obituary - Gospel Herald, December 5, 1935

Veronica married Moses E. Betzner 2 Feb 1864, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Moses (son of Johannes B. "John" Betzner and Magdalena Eby) was born 18 Feb 1838, Doon (Kitchener), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 25 Sep 1931, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/19120683
• Eby ID Number: 00018-1378
• Occupation: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran
• Occupation: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Bretheren
• Occupation: 1891, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1891, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Brethren

Notes:

John A. Brubacher, "was born March 11th, 1844. He was married to Mary Moyer who died in 1872. In 1873 he was again married to Hannah Cook. They reside on part of his father's homestead near Shantz Station where he is engaged in farming. Mr. Brubacher's family consists of six children, of whom three were born unto his first wife.."


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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Brubacher.-.John A. Brubacher died at his home on the Kitchener-Guelph Highway, in Ontario, Nov. 28, 1937, after a brief illness, aged 93 y. 8 m. 17 d. He was a son of the late Elias and Sarah Brubacher, was born in Waterloo Tp., March 11, 1844,and farmed in the neighborhood of his birthplace his entire life. Aug. 14, 1864, be was united in marriage to Mary Jane Mayer who predeceased him on Dec. 25, 1871. On Oct. 15, 1872, he was again united in marriage to Hannah Cook, who passed Oct. 15, 1921. He is survived by his 2 sons (Cyrus of Victoria, B. C., and Jacob at home); also 4 brothers and 1 sister (Franklin and Henry A. Brubacher of Kitchener and David and Elias of Didsbury, Alta., and Mrs. A. Stauffer of Preston). Two grandchildren also survive. He was predeceased by 3 daughters and 1 son. The funeral was held from his late residence to the Cressman Mennonite Church, Breslau,. Ont., for services, and adjoining cemetery for burial. Minister in charge, Oscar Burkholder. Text, Psa. 91: 14-16.

Gospel Herald, December 16, 1937 - Vol. XXX, No. 38 - page 814, 815

John married Mary Jane Moyer 14 Aug 1864, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Mary was born 24 Mar 1840, , Portugal; died 25 Dec 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Breslau Mennonite Cemetery, Breslau, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

John married Hannah Maria Cook 15 Oct 1872. Hannah (daughter of James Cook and Elizabeth Williams) was born Between 1 Jan 1837 and 1839, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 15 Oct 1921, Guelph Township, Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , Breslau Mennonite Cemetery, Breslau, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Susannah Shantz
• Eby ID Number: 00018-1379
• Residence: 1864, Waterloo 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, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1903, , Alberta, Canada

Notes:

Susannah Brubacher, "was born October 30th, 1847. She is married to Elias Shantz, an agent. They reside in the town of Berlin. To them were born 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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Funeral services for the late Mrs. Susannah Shantz were held at the M.B.C. Church on Saturday, December 15. The services were in charge of the Pastor, Rev. F. Vincett, Didsbury, assisted by Rev. C.J. Hallman and Rev. A. Traub.

A large number of friends gathered to show their respect to the departed. A solo, "Asleep in Jesus," was rendered by Rev. C.J. Hallman, and at the graveside a hymn, "We Are Going Down The Valley One By One," was sung. Interment was made in the Didsbury cemetery.

Pallbearers were: N.B. Snyder, Amos Weber, Ezra Sherick, Oliver Stauffer, Allen Hunsperger, and Elah Shantz.

Mrs. Susannah Brubacher Shantz was born at Shantz Station, near the village of Breslau, Waterloo County, Ontario, on October 30, 1847, and died on December 11, 1931, at the Didsbury Hospital after a lingering illness of six months, borne with Christian fortitude, and during which time she received the best medical attention and the care of competent nurses.

She was the second eldest daughter of the late Elias and Shara (Ariss) Brubacher family. In 1863 she was united in marriage with the late Elias Shantz.

To this union were born six children, three of whom still survive: Sarah (Mrs. Detwiller), of Farrington, Michigan; Ida (Mrs. Petrie) and Elijah, both of Calgary. Three children predeceased the late Mrs. Shantz: Jeremiah, Leah and Rose. Five brothers and one sister also survive, two of whom, David and Elias Brubacher, reside in Didsbury.

There are 18 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren, still living. The deceased also leaves a host of friends to mourn her loss.

The late Mrs. Shantz came to Alberta in 1903 and had since lived in this vicinity, for a number of years before her death living in Didsbury. She was a member of the M.B.C. Church, with which she and her late husband were connected since the earliest years of its inception.

Didsbury Pioneer, December 20, 1934

Susannah married Elias Shantz 1 Mar 1864, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Elias (son of John Yost Shantz and Susannah Scheirich) was born 14 Jun 1841, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 10 Sep 1899; was buried , Didsbury Cemetery, Didsbury, Alberta, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00018-1380
• Occupation: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Bretheren
• 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; Methodist

Notes:

Christian Brubacher, "was born December 15th, 1849. In November, 1873, he was married to Jennet Pringle who died some years ago. In March, 1895, he was again married to Mary Rahm. They reside on part of lot No. 84, German Company's Tract, which is part of his father's homestead, situated about three miles east of Breslau. To him and his first wife were born three 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.].

Christian married Janet Pringle Nov 1873. Janet (daughter of John Pringle and Jane Amos) was born 1852, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1883; was buried , Breslau Mennonite Cemetery, Breslau, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Christian married Mary Rahm Mar 1895. Mary was born 15 Oct 1866, , Ontario, Canada; died 1948; was buried , Breslau Mennonite Cemetery, Breslau, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

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• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/215958722
• Name: Frank Brubacher
• Eby ID Number: 00018-1381
• Occupation: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Labourer
• Residence: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1880, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; farmer
• Occupation: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Bretheren
• Occupation: 1891, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1891, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Brethren
• Occupation: 1911, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Yardman, Factory
• Residence: 1911, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Methodist
• Occupation: 1921, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer
• Residence: 1921, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Methodist

Notes:

Franklin Brubacher, "was born December 23rd, 1852. He is married to Hannah, daughter of David and Magdalena (Brubacher) Musselman. They reside about two miles north of Bridgeport where he is engaged in farming. They have no family."

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.].

Franklin married Hannah B. Musselman 26 May 1880, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Hannah (daughter of David M. Musselman and Magdalena "Polly" Brubacher) was born 27 Aug 1853, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 28 Feb 1904, Bridgeport (Kitchener), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Franklin — Eliza Ann Strome. Eliza (daughter of Henry R. Strome and Elizabeth Martin) was born 6 Dec 1865, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 9 Jan 1953, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Woodland Cem., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Business: Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; East End Grist Mills aka East End Roller Mills aka The Berlin Steam Flour Mill
• Name: H. A. Brubacher
• Eby ID Number: 00018-1382
• Residence: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1883, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; miller
• Residence: 1883, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1888, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; button turner
• Occupation: 1891, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Button Maker
• Residence: 1891, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Brethren
• Occupation: 1901, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Occupation: 1911, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1911, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Bretheran
• Occupation: 1921, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1921, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Brethren
• Residence: 1947, RR3, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario

Notes:

Henry Brubacher, "was born July 22nd, l855. He is a miller by trade. He is married to Louisa Bowman. They reside in the town of Berlin where he and Mr. Amos Hilborn are joint owners of the 'East End Grist Mills' of Berlin. Mr. Brubacher's family consists of three 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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"Henry A. Brubacher of Edna St. died at a Guelph hospital to day after a brief illness at theage of 95 years. A Waterloo Tp. native, he was a s/o the late Mr. and Mrs. Elias Brubacher. He was the oldest charter member of the Alma St.United Brethren Church and was formerly Sunday school superintendent for many years.

Surviving are four sons, Homer and Wilbur of Kitchener, Sheldon of Toronto and Lyman of Minneapolis; two brothers, Franklin of Kitchener and David of Didsbury, Alta.; one sister, Mrs. Agnes Stauffer of Preston; 12 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Louisa Bowman, and one son, Morgan...."

KW Record obit. of Thurs., Feb. 1, 1951

Henry married Louisa Bowman 13 Jun 1883, Bloomingdale, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Louisa (daughter of Samuel W. Bowman and Anna Biehn) was born 25 Feb 1859, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 26 Jan 1947, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Lizzie Brubacher
• Eby ID Number: 00018-1383
• Residence: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Bretheren

Notes:

Lizzie Brubacher, "was born March 21st, 1858. She is unmarried and resides with Mr. Henry M. Brubacher, near Berlin, for whom she keeps house."


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:

• Occupation: boiler maker
• Eby ID Number: 00018-1384
• Residence: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Bretheren

Notes:

David Brubacher, "was born October 10th, 1862. Some years ago he left Waterloo County, Ontario, and went to the North West. At present he resides at Moose Jaw, Manitoba, where he is engaged in farming. He is not married."

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:

• Eby ID Number: 00018-1385
• Residence: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1902, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; farmer
• Residence: 1937, Didsbury, Alberta, Canada

Notes:

Elias Brubacher, "was born October 10th, 1865. He followed the mercantile life for quite a few years. During the past year (1894) he was engaged in the East End Grist Mills, Berlin, in delivering flour and mill feed to their numerous customers. In May, 1895, he left for Didsbury, Alberta, Canada, where he has purchased 160 acres of land and is now engaged in farming. He is not married."


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.].

Elias married Lizzie Shelly 12 Feb 1902, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Lizzie (daughter of David Shelly and Christena Schmidt) was born 1865, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/100713863
• Name: Agnes Brubacher
• Name: Sarah Agnes "Agnes" Stauffer
• Eby ID Number: 00018-1386
• Residence: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Bretheren
• Occupation: 1901, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Manager

Notes:

Agnes Brubacher, "the youngest in the family, was born July 27th, 1869. At present she is attending the Oshawa Business College, preparing herself for some profession. She is not married."

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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Return To Girlhood Church Highlights 94th Birthday

By MARIAN COOK Reporter Correspondent

A return trip to the church which she remembers visiting as a little girl highlighted a birthday celebration yesterday for Mrs. Agnes Stauffer, who today celebrates her 94th birthday.

A hymn sing in the white frame church at the Pioneer Village, Doon, highlighted the visit and was enjoyed by about 40 relatives who had attended a birthday supper in the village.

Mrs. Stauffer gazed about the church with its wooden beams and no ceiling, its hand-made wooden benches, and old black stoves. On the front wall of the church is painted a brown fringed scroll with the golden inscription, "The Lord Be With You."

The service in the church was held at the request of Mrs. Stauffer. It added spiritual significance to the celebration for her and brought back many memories.

The 103-year-old church stood for a century at Freeport and was donated to the village three years ago by the United Church of Canada.

Mrs. Stauffer did not visit the church too often for travel was difficult when she was a child. She remembers well, getting from Breslau across the Grand River by way of Bridgeport, as there was no Breslau bridge.

Born on a farm on the Kitchener- Guelph highway, she is a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Elias Brubacher. She spent her girlhood in this county and then lived in Cincinnati, Ohio for 30 years. There she married Addison Stauffer, whom she had known as a child.

For about 15 years she lived in Preston as a companion-housekeeper for the family of the late Thomas Yates. Since last. September she has been a resident of the Sunnyside Home for the Aged in Kitchener.


Mrs. Stauffer is the oldest resident of the home. Last month she shared an honor with the oldest male resident and cut the ribbon at the ceremony for the opening of a newly furnished Common Room. This room has been provided especially for the entertainment of guests and
Mrs. Stauffer is looking forward to having her share of visitors there.

After being a member of St. Paul's United Church, Preston for many years, she recently transferred her membership to Christ the King United Church, Kitchener. Her minister, Dr, B. L. Oaten, conducted the church service last night. Mrs. Clayton B. Eby of Freeport played the organ. The birthday party was arranged by a nephew, Wilbur Brubacher and Mrs. Brubacher of RR 3, Kitchener.

Sarah married Addison Stauffer 10 Oct 1901, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Addison (son of John Groh Stauffer and Lucinda Hammacher) was born 15 Mar 1867, New Dundee, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 21 Apr 1931, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 25 Apr 1931, Blenheim Mennonite Cemetery, Blenheim Township, Oxford Co., Ontario. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2425
• Occupation: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer
• Occupation: 1861, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Labourer
• Residence: 1861, Absent
• Residence: 1861, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1861, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1871, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Bookkeeper
• Residence: 1871, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1881, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Book Keeper
• Residence: 1881, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1891, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer
• Residence: 1891, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1901, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Deputy Sheriff

Notes:

Menno Eby, "the first member of the family, was born February 19th, 1833. He is a book-keeper and resides on Eby Street, Berlin, Ontario. He was married to Elizabeth Sophia Maria Becker in September, 1856, and has a family of eight children, five of whom are still living. Their names are as follows: Eva Magdalena, married to George Erb, has a family of two daughters and resides in Berlin, Ontario, Sophia Maria, died in infancy, Louisa Matilda, resides in Berlin, Alexander, married to Nellie Watson, resides in Berlin, Ilda Isabella, Leander, died young, Menno, died February 20th, 1889, aged 20 years. 8 months, and 15 days (he had been employed in Rochester, New York, but came to Berlin, Ontario to die), and Nellie Grace."


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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Eby, Menno, Town Treasurer, Assessor, Official Assignee, &c. Mr. Eby was born here, 1833, and his father was the first white child born in the township.

Illustrated Atlas of the County of Waterloo, H. Parsel & Co., Toronto - 1881

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In 1880 Menno and his son Menno was living or visiting his daughter Eva in North Branch, Lapeer Co., Michigan.

Menno married Elizabeth Sophia Maria "Lizzie" Becker 1856. Elizabeth was born 9 Mar 1833, , Hessen, Germany; died 12 Feb 1912, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Maria "Mary" Groff
• Name: Mary Eby
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2426
• Residence: 1852, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Spinster
• Residence: 1861, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Mary Eby, "was born January 13th, 1835, and died April 28th, 1890. She was married to Abraham Groff who was born October 13th, 1829, and died February 15th, 1885. They resided on a farm two and one-half miles north of Waterloo, Ontario, where they were blessed with a large family."

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.].

Maria married Abraham Groff 23 Nov 1852, Greenbush (Kitchener), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Abraham (son of Andrew Groff and Annie Huber) was born 13 Oct 1829, Near, Galt, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 15 Feb 1885; was buried , Martin Meeting House Cemetery, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2427
• Residence: 1859, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Occupation: 1877, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; farmer
• Occupation: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Dunkard
• Occupation: 1901, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Occupation: 1911, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Labourer - farm
• Residence: 1911, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Tunkard

Notes:

Isaac S. Eby, "was born October 31st, 1837. On May 10th, 1859, he was married to Elizabeth Stauffer. He is a farmer and at present resides on a farm near New Hamburg, Ontario. They have had a family of ten children, of whom three are dead. Their names are as follows: Maria who was first married to Noah Woolner and lived in Aldborough Township, Elgin County, Ontario. They had a family of five children when Mr. Woolner died. She was married the second time to Joseph Nevetzeral, of Rodney, Elgin County, Ontario. Fannie is married to George Rush and lives in Gorrie, Huron County, Ontario. She has several children. Harriet, died young. Isaiah is married to Louisa Sagemiller and resides in New Hamburg, Ontario. Martha is married to John G. Jutzi. They have two children and reside in Newark, Gratiot County, Michigan. Angeline is married to Philip Stier. They reside in New Hamburg, Ontario and have one child. Lizzie, died young. Neander, died young. Jemima, and Benjamin S."

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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Fri. Feb. 5 Uncle Isaac aged 77 dads only remaining brother died today - he had bin childish for the last 2 years

Sun. Feb. 21 I & Clarence were out to New Hamburg to see the remains of Uncle Isaac

Mon. Feb. 22 Have the funeral of fathers brother this afternoon at the Old Mennonite church Berlin - Mr. Paepke & Hopp drove some of the people

Diary of Gordon Christian Eby

Isaac married Elizabeth Stauffer 10 May 1859, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Elizabeth (daughter of David H. Stauffer and Annie Maria "Mary" Shelly) was born 23 Aug 1840, , Butler Co., Pennsylvania; died 8 Jun 1926, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Isaac — . Unknown [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/206243286
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2428
• Occupation: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer
• Residence: 1861, , USA
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1862, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Notes:

Daniel Eby, "was born February 3rd, 1840. They resided on a farm near Macton, Wellesley Township, Waterloo County, Ontario. When ailing he moved on his father's place near Berlin, where he died May 17th, 1867. He was married to Frances Myers, March 18th, 1862. She died September 12th, 1869. They had a family of three children, namely: Emma Zalena is married to August Israel and had a family of one child which died in infancy. They own and occupy a farm at Strasburg, Ontario. Theophilus, died young. Effa Zilpha, married to Charles Meyer, a miller by trade, but now he is engaged in the grocery and bakery business. They have a family of several children, of whom two have died. They reside in Meaford, Ontario."


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 Veronica "Frances" "Fanny" Myers 18 Mar 1862, Greenbush (Kitchener), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Veronica (daughter of Michael Delp Myers and Mary "Polly" Shoemaker) was born 30 Nov 1837, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 12 Sep 1869, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Residence: 409 Mill St., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2429
• Occupation: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1868, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Military: 1869, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; 29 Regiment of Waterloo
• Occupation: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Labourer
• Occupation: 1890, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; market gardener
• Occupation: 1891, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Gardener
• Residence: 1891, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1901, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Basket Gardening

Notes:

Christian Eby, "was born December 15th, 1842. He was married May 24th, 1868, to Catharine Clemens. They reside at the "Two Bridges", South Ward, Berlin. He follows gardening in summer and butchering in winter. They have a family of six children...They are all at home yet and unmarried save James Edward who is married and resides in Berlin."


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.].

Christian married Catharine Clemens 24 May 1868, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Catharine (daughter of Abraham B. Clemens and Magdalena Eby) was born 10 Apr 1848, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 21 Feb 1918, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2430
• Occupation: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1865, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer

Notes:

Theodore Eby, "was born January 1st, 1846, and died January 30th, 1873. He was married to Susannah Reist but left no heirs. They resided on his father's homestead where he died."


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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January 30th, in Waterloo county, Ont. of Consumption, THEODORE EBY, aged 27 years, and 30 days. Discourse by C. Halm in English and J. Woolner and Joseph Hege in German


Herald of Truth - Volume X, Number 3 - March 1873 - Pages 61-63

Theodore married Susannah Reist 30 Apr 1865, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Susannah (daughter of Joseph Reist and Magdalena "Maty" "Martha" Miller) was born 29 Aug 1839, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1916; was buried , Windfall United Cemetery, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2431
• Occupation: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Saddler
• Residence: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Barnabas Eby, "was born March 6th, 1848, and died July 7th, 1870. He was a saddler by trade and died 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.].

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2432
• Grave Photograph - Find A Grave: Gravestone of Ezra Eby
• Occupation: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• 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; Teacher
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Protestant
• Occupation: 1891, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Printer
• Residence: 1891, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Methodist
• Occupation: 1901, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Teacher
• Hall of Fame - Waterloo Region: Bef 2012, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Notes:

Ezra E. Eby, "was born August 9th, 1850. He is married to Mary Ann Clemmer and resides near Berlin. He followed teaching for 20 years. He has a family of five children, of whom the eldest son, Ira, died when 14 years of age, Odo, Ion, Leo, and the youngest is Ina, the only daughter."

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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EBY - On the 30th of July, 1901, at Ebersole, Waterloo Co., Ont., from the effects of a paralytic stroke which came upon him about ten days before his death. He was the youngest surviving son of the late Bro. Isaac Eby of near Berlin, who died many years ago. Deceased was born August 9, 1850, and was married to Mary Ann Clemmer, who with three sons and one daughter survive him. One son preceded him. Deceased was for upwards of twenty years a teacher in the public schools and was well known throughout the country, the editor having been for several years a pupil of his. He was also for several years engaged in the publishing business and is the author of several works, one of which is an excellent biographical "History of Waterloo Township" in two volumes, published in 1895. His burial on the 2d of August, in the C. Eby graveyard, Berlin, was very largely attended. Funeral services by S.R. Knechtel in German and D.B. Sherk in English.

Herald of Truth, Vol. XXXVIII, No. 16, August 15, 1901 - Page 254, 255

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Ezra E. Eby

Ezra E. Eby succumbed on Tuesday, at eleven o'clock in the morning to the effects of the attack he suffered the Friday before last. He was a son of Isaak Eby and was born August 9, 1850. In his youth, he educated himself for the profession of a teacher and pursued this profession for over 30 years at various schools in this county. For some years, also, he was active with the late Caspar Hett at a printing and publication firm in Berlin. He was in demand as a writer and prepared many family registers. A few years ago, he published also a history of the first settlers of this county and their descendants in two large volumes, which is widely known. In Erbsville, he ran a small store, as well as pursuing the teaching profession. Besides his widow, Mary Ann, nee Clemmer, he is survived by three sons and one daughter. Amazingly, he died on the same day and at the same time at which his father was born, 93 years ago. Honour to his memory!

Berliner Journal August 1, 1901 Page 4 - Column 3 Translated by: Patricia J. Kauk for the Kitchener Public Library

Artifact:
A man's pocket watch in a gold hunter's case. The maker's name on the watch face is "Elgin Natl. Watch Co." The serial number 482322 is stamped inside the lid. The hour numerals are Roman numerals; the second-hand dial has Arabic numerals. The front and back of the case are heavily engraved with floral and other motifs. The case is also engraved "EE Eby / Berlin / Ont." A double twisted watch chain is linked to the stem at the top of the watch. A note with the watch gives the date 1887. Accession Number 2001.821.001

Ezra — Mary Ann Clemmer. Mary (daughter of Abraham C. "Abram" Clemmer and Caroline Hermance) was born 9 Mar 1846, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 9 Mar 1923; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2433

Notes:

Benjamin S. Eby, "was born July 29th, 1853, and died February 23rd, 1881. He was married to Helen Ziegler and resided in Berlin and, in company with Mr. Jacob B. Fellman, carried on the mercantile business. He died without heirs."


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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Dead - The death is announced of Mr. Benjamin Eby, of the firm of Fellman & Eby, Berlin. The deceased had been suffering from consumption for some time, so that his death was not unexpected. Mr. Eby was very highly respected by his friends and acquaintances. He was only in his 28th year.

Galt Reporter Feb 25 1881 pg 1

Benjamin married Helen Ziegler 2 Oct 1878, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Helen (daughter of Enoch Ziegler and Hannah Hallman) was born 1 Mar 1845, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1931; was buried , Mount Hope Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2434
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Lydia Ann Eby, "the youngest child of Isaac and Veronica Eby, was born April 25th, 1856, and died November 11th, 1875. She was 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.].

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-105694

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-105695

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2436

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2437

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2438
• Occupation: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1864, 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: 1880, Caledonia, Kent, Michigan, USA; farmer

Notes:

Benjamin W. Eby, "was born July 26th, 1839. He is married to Hannah Kraft and resides on a farm at Caledonia, Kent County, Michigan. His family is as follows:...Norman, Lydia, Ann, Albert, and Laura, all of whom are living yet. Norman follows farming and Albert is a teacher."


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.].

Benjamin — . Unknown [Group Sheet]

Benjamin married Hannah Kraft 27 Sep 1864, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Hannah (daughter of George B. Kraft and Esther Bingeman) was born 22 Dec 1841, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown; was buried , Lakeside Cemetery, Caledonia, Kent, Michigan, USA. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Magdalena
• Name: Magdalena Shantz
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2439
• Residence: 1860, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• 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, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Magdalena Eby, "was born August 26th, 1841. She is married to Isaac E. Shantz and resides in Berlin where he is engaged in business. They have a family of six children: Josiah, married to Eliza Shantz, has a family of several children and resides in Berlin, Tilman, died young, Edmund is married to Susannah Groff and resides on the old homestead. They have two children. Elmina is married to Rev. Christian Miller and resides in Berlin. Mary Ann is married to Amos Groff. They reside on the old "Groff Farm" near Waterloo. Milton is at home and is engaged as book-keeper in the foundry."


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.].

Magdalena married Isaac Erb Shantz 30 Dec 1860, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Isaac (son of Samuel B. Shantz and Susannah Erb) was born 23 May 1839, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 11 Jan 1908, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Magdalena married ? 1860. ? was born Abt 1840; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Fannie Eby
• Name: Fanny Eby
• Name: Fronica Eby
• Name: Veronica "Fannie" Shantz
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2440
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1869, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Notes:

Veronica Eby, "was born September 19th, 1843, and died at Winnipeg, Manitoba, in November, 1885. She was married to Aaron E. Shantz who still resides in Winnipeg. She had a family of eight children, of whom five are dead."


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.].

Veronica married Aaron E. Shantz 28 Mar 1869, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Aaron (son of Samuel B. Shantz and Susannah Erb) was born 9 Sep 1844, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Annie Reesor
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2441
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Annie Eby, "was born December 19th, 1845. She is married to Benjamin Reesor. They reside in New Market, York County, Ontario, where Mr. Reesor is engaged in the milling business. Their family consists of three children, namely: Harry, Walter, and Fannie."


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.].

Annie married Benjamin Reesor 25 Apr 1872, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Benjamin (son of Samuel Reesor and Fanny Brownberger) was born 20 Apr 1849, Of Markham, York Co., Ontario; died 2 Jan 1922, Newmarket, York Co., Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2442
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Miller
• Residence: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1883, , California, USA; Mill Worker

Notes:

Elias W. Eby, "was born July 6th, 1848. He resided at South Valejo, California, U.S., until a few weeks before his death. He returned to Caledonia, Michigan, where he died at his brother Benjamin's residence, August 28th, 1883. His body was brought to Berlin, Ontario, and interred at the Eby graveyard, east of Berlin. He was not married."


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:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2443
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Clerk
• Residence: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2444

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2445

Other Events:

• Occupation: Cressman Mennonite Church, Breslau, Ontario; minister
• Eby ID Number: 00127-7837
• Occupation: 1852, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; labourer
• 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 City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1891, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1901, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer

Notes:

Bishop Elias Weber," the eldest son of David and Catherine (Eby) Weber,was born in Berlin, February 22nd, 1834. His boyhood days were spent on his father's farm. During the winter months he attended the common public schools. On March 20th, 1855, he was married to Mary Shoemaker. They now reside on the old "Kunniman Farm," one mile west of Breslau, on the Berlin Road. They have a family of nine children, namely: VII Sarah, died young; VII Simon, died young; VII Lovina, married to Jacob Woolner; VII Leah, died young; VII Nancy, married to Aaron Schiedel; VII Lydia, married to David Reist; VII Amos, married to Rosilla Wambold and resides at home with his father; VII Israel, and VII Mary. In his younger days he joined the church of his choice, the Mennonite, and a few years later he was chosen as a deacon. He was afterwards called to the ministry on the Cressman field of labor, and finally, upon the death of Bishop Joseph Hagey, he was ordained bishop. He is of genial and sociable disposition, but guards himself against frivolity. He is generally well received by the people by all, and it may be said of him that he is one of those men who make for themselves many friends and few enemies. His talent as a minister compares favorably with that of the majority of our day. His education is rather limited, but he has studied and made good progress in the acquisition of Bible knowledge. His preaching is spiritual and at most times powerful and convincing, having great effect on the large audience generally present. That he has the confidence and high esteem of the whole congregation is evident from the fact that he was chosen as one of the candidates for the office of bishop. May he be spared for many years to come, and may his labors be crowned with glorious success in winning souls for the Lord."

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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Weber, Elias (1834-1909)

Elias Weber: bishop and farmer; born 22 February 1834 in Berlin (now Kitchener), Ontario to David and Catherine (Eby) Weber. He was the oldest child in a family of five sons and six daughters. He was a grandson of Bishop Benjamin Eby. On 20 March 1855 Elias married Mary Shoemaker (6 April 1832-14 November 1921). They had six daughters and three sons. Elias died 23 January 1909.
By vocation Elias Weber was a farmer; he and his family lived west of the town of Breslau. His education was limited to the primary schools of his day.

As a young man Elias Weber joined the Cressman congregation at Breslau. In 1867 he was ordained as a deacon for the congregation, and in 1874 as a minister. After the death of Bishop Joseph Hagey , he was ordained in 1879 as the bishop for the Waterloo Township churches. The major crisis of his bishopric was the division within the Ontario Mennonite Conference that led to the formation of the Old Order Mennonite conference in the late 1880s. Abraham Martin was the conservative bishop in Waterloo County, who held responsibility for the congregations in Woolwich Township. In 1885 a number of converts resulted from a series of evening meetings in Woolwich Townships. Martin opposed these revivalistic-style meetings and refused to instruct or baptize the group of over 30 coverts. After some delay, Elias Weber agreed to baptize the converts, which he did in three different groups from May-July, 1885. A series of other issues found Bishops Martin and Weber on different sides, and in 1889 the division became final.

Elias Weber also helped to organize the Alberta Conference (later the Alberta-Saskatchewan Conference and still later the Northwest Mennonite Conference ) in July 1903. He ordained Amos Bauman as the bishop for the three-congregation conference at that time.
Elias Weber was said to have a genial, but cautious, personality. He was not as gifted speaker as some other leaders in the conference, nor did he leave a legacy of writings. But Weber provided moderate leadership at a time more educated, aggressive Mennonite leaders from the U.S. were influencing the Ontario churches in more progressive directions.

Steiner, Sam. "Weber, Elias (1834-1909)." Global Anabaptist Mennonite Encyclopedia Online. April 2002. Global Anabaptist Mennonite Encyclopedia Online. Retrieved 14 Nov 2005
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Breslau (Cressman) Mennonite Church

Services were begun in Breslau in 1815. In 1834, Benjamin Eby's log meeting house, which had been built in Berlin in 1813, was moved to Breslau to the Cressman farm. Preaching services which were held every four weeks began in the reconstructed meeting house in 1837. A new brick church was built in 1856, at which time the old log meeting house was moved to Frederick Schaefer's brickyard. The old building may have been used for storage or an office until approximately 1880 when it was clad with white "Breslau Brick" from the brickyard, and used as a home by Frederick Schaefer and his family. The address of the house is reported to have been 18 Woolwich Street; it was still standing in 1985, according to Alder 1985, with the original log walls possibly preserved within the brick ones.
A summer Sunday School was begun in June of 1872. It was held in the Breslau schoolhouse until 1877 when it was moved to the church. Sunday School continued on in the summers only until 1889 when Sunday School classes began to be held all year.
The 1856 white brick church was taken down in March 1908, and was replaced with a new white brick church. In 1968 the name of the church was changed from Cressman Mennonite Church to Breslau Mennonite Church. Major renovations were made to the church in the same year. It is of interest to know that land amounting to approximately three acres was deeded to the congregation by Christian C. Snyder in three parcels, in 1837, 1859, and 1870.
Joseph Hagey, the first minister at Cressman's, was ordained on February 10, 1839. He was ordained bishop in 1851. Ministers who followed him in serving the church at Breslau were Jacob Woolner Sr., Elias Weber, Isaac A. Wambold, Jacob S. Woolner, and Oscar Burkholder. Services were held every four weeks from 1837-1867, and bi-weekly from 1867-1894 when weekly services were begun

Waterloo County Churches A Research Guide To Churches Established Before 1900 By Rosemary Ambrose

Elias married Mary Shoemaker 20 Mar 1855. Mary (daughter of George D. Shoemaker and Anna "Nancy" Shuh) was born 6 Apr 1832, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 14 Nov 1921; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/202812893
• Name: Susannah Shuh
• Eby ID Number: 00127-7838
• Residence: 1856, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Susannah Weber," the second child of David and Catherine (Eby) Weber, was born April 19th, 1836, and died August 7th, 1863. She was married to John Shuh."

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.].

Susannah married John Shuh 28 Dec 1856, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. John (son of Rev. Henry Shuh and Mary Kaufman) was born 30 Oct 1828, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 20 Jan 1901, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00127-7839
• Occupation: 1852, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; labourer
• Occupation: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer
• Residence: 1861, , Pennsylvania, USA
• 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

Notes:

Andrew Weber," the third member of David Weber's family was born August 3rd 1838. The house in which he was born was situated on the exact spot where now is the Berlin depot of the Grand Trunk Railway. He is married to Veronica, second daughter of J. Y. Shantz of Berlin. Soon after their marriage they moved on his father's farm three miles east of Berlin where they remained until spring 1872, when he moved on a farm situated halfway between Berlin and Bridgeport. Here they resided until fall, 1892, when they moved to Berlin. On April 10th, 1894, they, in company with others, moved to Didsbury, Alberta, N. W. T., where he has taken up land again and is following farming. They have a family of eight children, namely: VII Malissa (dead), VII Ellen (dead), VII Sabina, VII Ephraim, VII Manasseh, VII Elsie, VII Edwin, and VII Ivan. Sabina is with her grandfather, J. Y. Shantz, in Berlin; Ephraim is attending Berlin High Schools; Elsie is at present in Calgary, Alberta; Manasseh is working at the carpenter trade at Didsbury, Alberta; Edwin is with his uncle, Ephraim Shantz, on a farm in the North-West, near Didsbury, Alberta; Ivan is home with his parents."


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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Weber - Andrew Weber died Jan. 8, 1909, of apoplexy, in Didsbury, Alta.; aged 70 y. 5 m. 5 d. Bro. Weber was in his son's mill when he was stricken down. He was apparently well a few minutes before. He never spoke again, and after a few days passed away. Services conducted by Israel R. Schantz in English and Pre. Fongbein in German. Buried in Didsbury cemetery.


Gospel Herald - Vol. I, No. 46 - February 13, 1909, page 735

Andrew married Veronica B. Shantz 21 Feb 1865, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Veronica (daughter of Mayor Jacob Yost Shantz and Barbara Biehn) was born 15 Jun 1846, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 30 May 1928, Didsbury, Alberta, Canada; was buried , Didsbury Cemetery, Didsbury, Alberta, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Maria Weber
• Name: Mary Devitt
• Eby ID Number: 00127-7840
• Occupation: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Spinster
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1891, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1911, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; New Mennonite

Notes:

Mary Weber," the fourth member of David Weber's family, was born November 25th, 1841. She is married to Moses Devitt."


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.].

Mary married Moses Devitt 1 Mar 1864, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Moses (son of Dennis Devitt and Magdalena Keller) was born 16 Jun 1841, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 22 Jan 1931; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Business: Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; East End Grist Mills
• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/203142024
• Eby ID Number: 00127-7841
• Occupation: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mill Laborer
• Occupation: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Miller
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1891, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Miller
• Residence: 1891, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Peter E. Weber," was born September 21st, 1843. He is a practical miller, but owing to poor health cannot follow it steadily. On June 5th, 1870 he was married to Magdalena Clemens. She was born May 8th, 1844, and died October 5th, 1874. They had no family. He has his home with his brothers, Theodore and Henry E., who reside on the old homestead. Lately he went into partnership with Amos Hilborn and purchased the East End Grist Mills of the town of Berlin where he is now engaged at his trade."

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.].

Peter married Magdalena "Lena" Clemens 5 Jun 1870. Magdalena (daughter of Abraham B. Clemens and Magdalena Eby) was born 8 May 1844, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 5 Oct 1874; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-265969
• Occupation: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Spinister
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Other Events:

• Name: Magdalena Weber
• Eby ID Number: 00127-7842

Notes:

Magdalena Weber," the sixth, member of David and Catherine (Eby) Weber's family, was born February 21 1846. She died in Wallace Township, Perth County, near Listowel, September 16th, 1884. She was married to Amos Weaver."


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.].

Magdalena married Amos L. Weber 11 Aug 1867, Preston (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Amos (son of David B. Weber and Mary "Polly" "Pauline" Lyons) was born 22 Nov 1844, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Fronica Weber
• Name: Veronica Kinzie
• Eby ID Number: 00127-7843
• Occupation: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Spinister
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1911, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Veronica Weber," the seventh child, was born in Berlin, April 21st, 1848. She is married to Jacob Kinzie. They reside a few miles north-west of Mildmay, Bruce County."


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.].

Veronica married Jacob D. Kinzie 14 Jul 1867, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Jacob (son of Joseph Kinsie and Barbara Devitt) was born 1 May 1844, Blenheim Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 2 Aug 1916, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00127-7844
• Occupation: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer
• 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 City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
• Residence: 1891, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1901, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer

Notes:

Theodore Weber," the eighth member of David an Catherine (Eby) Weber's family, was born on the farm he now occupies, September 23rd, 1850. In the beginning of the year 1872 he was married to Sarah, daughter of Rev. Jacob Woolner. He is a farmer by occupation and resides on the old homestead of his parents. Their family consists of four children, namely VII Susannah, VII Simon (dead), VII Celina, and VII Hannah."


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.].

Theodore married Sarah Woolner 28 Apr 1872, Preston (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Sarah (daughter of Rev. Jacob Hembling Woolner and Hannah Schiedel) was born 30 Jun 1850, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 13 Apr 1905; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00127-7845
• 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 City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1891, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Retired: 1901, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Notes:

Henry E. Weber," the youngest son of David and Catherine (Eby) Weber, was born April 4th, 1853. Some years ago he and his brother, Theodore, purchased the old homestead from the respective heirs and are now both engaged in farming. Judging by the appearance of the place, they must make a success of farming in spite of the great depression in all the various kinds of business, and especially so in the low prices paid for all kinds of farm products. He is married to Anna, daughter of the late Jacob Zeller. They have a family of three children, namely: VII Ada Cecilia, VII Laura May, and VII Alpheus."


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.].

Henry — Anna Zeller. Anna (daughter of Jacob Zeller and Catharine Schiedel) was born 21 Mar 1858, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

Henry married Anna Zeller May 1880. Anna was born 1857, , Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Lucinda Shantz
• Eby ID Number: 00127-7846
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1891, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1911, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1921, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Lucinda Weber," was born September 6th, 1855. She is married to Eli C., youngest son of Eli C. and Anna (Cressman) Shantz."


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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Shantz. - Lucinda, the last surviving daughter of the late David Weber, was born Sept. 6, 1855; died at the Kitchener-Waterloo Hospital Sept. 13, 1930; aged 75 y. 7 d. She was the wife of Eli Shantz, to which union one daughter and one son were born. Husband and children predeceased her. She accepted the Lord and united with the Mennonite Church about 45 yeas ago, remaining faithful to the end. Funeral services were held at the First Mennonite Church, Kitchener, Sept. 17, in charge of Bros. Manasseh Hallman and Jonas Snider.


Gospel Herald - Vol. XXIII, No. 28 - October 9, 1930 - pages 606, 607

Lucinda married Eli C. Shantz 9 Nov 1879. Eli (son of Eli C. Shantz, Sr. and Anna Cressman) was born 26 Mar 1854, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 24 Jul 1925, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Matilda Schmitt
• Eby ID Number: 00127-7847
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1877, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1911, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Matilda Weber," twin sister to Lucinda was born September 6th, 1855. She is married to Casper, son of Martin Schmidt, near Erbsville, Waterloo County, Ontario. They reside on the old "Green Farm" a few miles north of Preston. They have a family of five children, namely: VII Harvey, VII Milton (dead), VII Isaiah, VII Minerva, and VII Leander."


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.].

Matilda married Casper H. Schmitt 1877, Preston (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Casper (son of Martin Schmitt and Elizabeth Hess, son of Martin Schmitt and Elisa) was born 8 Feb 1857, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 23 Jul 1933, German Mills (Kitchener), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-267651
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Other Events:

• Name: Maria Eby
• Name: Mary C. Erb
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2450
• Occupation: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Spinister
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1863, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Mary Eby, "the first member of the family, was born June 17th, 1840, and is married to John Erb. They reside on a farm two miles south of Berlin, on the north side of the Preston Road. They have two children, namely: Angeline and Sarah. Angeline is married to Abraham Henry Wambold who resides on the old "Isaac Shantz Farm" near Berlin."


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.].

Mary married John C. Erb 13 Sep 1863, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. John (son of Daniel S. Erb and Barbara Cressman) was born 28 Sep 1828, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 26 Sep 1911; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2451
• Occupation: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1911, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; New Mennonite
• Retired: 1911, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1921, 21 Chapel St., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1921, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran

Notes:

Amos Eby, "the only son of Benjamin E. Eby, was born April 13th, 1842. He was married, February 9th, 1864, to Hettie Moyer. He commenced farming at home on his father's farm, but in the year 1870 he moved on his own in Maryborough, Wellington County, Ontario, where he resided for a number of years. Since entering the ministry of the Mennonite Brethren in Christ he has disposed of his farm, and at present he is stationed on the Stayner field of labor where he is doing a noble work for our Lord. As a minister he has proved successful on every field on which he has been stationed by the conference. Like his cousin, Bishop Elias Weber, the winter months of his youthful days were spent at school, while during the summer months he was engaged in tilling the soil, hence his education is also limited, yet he is a good speaker in both languages, is well read in Bible literature, and is filled with that Spirit which comes from on high. May his efforts be crowned with glorious success. He has a family of six children, namely: Allan who was married to Clara Snider and resided on the old "Stafford Farm", near the toll bridge, where he and his brother-in-law, Mr. Moyer, were killed by lightning, August 9th, 1892, leaving a wife and family; Louisa, Matilda, Norman (dead), Josiah (dead), Ida."

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.].

_______________________

REV. AMOS EBY

The death occurred Tuesday, Feb. 27th, of Rev. Amos Eby at his home at 21 Chapel Street, Kitchener, after an illiness of several weeks. The deceased was born near, Kitchener on April 13, 1842 and was a minister of the Mennonite Brethren in Christ church until he retired some fifteen years ago and took up his residence In the city. He leaves to mourn his loss besides his wife, two daughters, Mrs. Edwin Snider of Rochester, N. Y., and Mrs. Rev. L. A. Wood of Mansfield, Ohio, besides eight grandchildren. The funeral took place on Friday afternoon from the residence to the Bethany Mennonite Church for service and interment at the East End Mennonite cemetery.

Waterloo Chronicle 8 Mar 1923, p. 5

Amos married Esther "Hettie" Moyer 9 Feb 1864, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Esther (daughter of Abraham Moyer and Barbara Shantz) was born 4 Nov 1838, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died May 1930, , Cambria Co., Pennsylvania, USA; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-265981
• Occupation: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Spinister
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Other Events:

• Name: Leah Kinsie
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2452
• Occupation: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Spinister
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1866, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1911, Breslau, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Leah Eby, "was born November 22nd, 1844. She is married to Moses Kenzie, a farmer. They live on the Preston Road, two miles south of Breslau, Waterloo County, Ontario, near the Cressman Meeting House. They have two children, Simon, married to Sarah Kraft and has a family of two children, and Lovina, 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.].

Leah married Moses Kinsie 16 Jan 1866, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Moses (son of Joseph Kinsie and Barbara Devitt) was born 7 Mar 1840, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 8 Jan 1913; was buried , Breslau Mennonite Cemetery, Breslau, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Sarah Moyer
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2453
• Residence: 1868, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Notes:

Sarah Eby, "was born April 24th, 1847, and was married to David S. Moyer. They resided on a farm near Lebanon, Maryborough Township, Wellington County, Ontario, where she died March 1st, 1880. They had a family of seven children, of whom three died before their mother:"


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.].

Sarah married David S. Moyer 1 Mar 1868, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. David (son of Abraham Moyer and Barbara Shantz) was born 29 Nov 1845, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 26 Apr 1916, Markham Twp., York Co., Ontario; was buried , Dickson Hill Cemetery, Markham, York, Ontario. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2454

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: Waterloo-265984
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Other Events:

• Name: Julia Anna Cowan
• Residence: 33 Eby Street South, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2456
• Residence: 1860, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Wesley Methodist
• Residence: 1891, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Anglican
• Residence: 1911, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Anglican

Notes:

Julia Anna Eby, "the eldest, was born August 15th, 1844. She resides in the town of Berlin, Ontario, is married to Richard C. Cowan, and has a family of nine children, namely: Robert Henry, William Craig, Charles Edward, Walter Richard (dead), Thomas Albert, Maria Louisa, Richard Eby, Frederick Harold, and Alice Olga."


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.].

Julia married Richard Craig Cowan 1 Jul 1860, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Richard (son of Thomas Cowan and Jane) was born 5 Mar 1832, Drumshambo, Leitrim, Connacht, Ireland; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Harriet Louise Burkholder
• Residence: 33 Eby Street South, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2457
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Wesley Methodist
• Residence: 1862, Bridgeport (Kitchener), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; United Brethren

Notes:

Harriet Eby, "was born October 10th, 1846. She was married to Isaac B. Burkholder who died some years ago. She now resides in Port Huron, Michigan, and has a family of four children, of whom one is dead."

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.].

_______________

Mrs. Harriet Burkholder

Mrs. Harriet L Burkholder aged 74 found dead on her bed. Thursday afternoon when her daughter went to call her for supper, For a number of years she made her home with her daughter, Mrs. Alice Barkley, of [ ] Griswold street. Death was due to heart failure.

Funeral services will be held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the late home. Burial will be in Lakeside cemetery. Surviving besides the one daughter are two son; Daniel Burkholder, of Gregory, S. D.; and Alfred Burkholder, of Sioux Falls, S. D. Mrs. Burkholder had long been suffering with a heart affliction but her condition had not been considered dangerous at any time.

The Times Herald [Port Huron, Michigan] 28 May 1920

Harriet married Isaac E. Burkholder 18 Aug 1862, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Isaac (son of Daniel Burkholder and Elizabeth Erb) was born 19 Jan 1841, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 23 Sep 1872, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Bloomingdale Mennonite Cemetery, Bloomingdale, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Adelaide Matilda Bauman
• Name: Adelaide Matilda Mortimer
• Residence: 33 Eby Street South, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2458
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Wesley Methodist
• Residence: 1868, Bridgeport (Kitchener), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Notes:

Adelaide Eby, "was born September 9th, 1848, and died May 1st, 1877. She was married to Daniel E. Bowman. No issue."


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.].

Adelaide married Daniel E. Bauman 28 Jul 1868, , Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Daniel (son of John B. Bowman and Lydia Erb) was born 10 Jul 1839, St. Jacobs, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

Adelaide — William Mortimer. William was born CA 1848; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/168928939
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2460

Other Events:

• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/205954788
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2461

Other Events:

• Name: Hannah Dettweiler
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2463
• Grave Photograph - Find A Grave: Gravestone of Hannah Eby
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1862, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1891, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Hannah Eby, "the eldest of the family, was born February 12th, 1844. She was married to Jonas B. Detweiler, a carpenter. They reside in Berlin and have had 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.].

Hannah married Jonas B. Dettweiler 13 Apr 1862, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Jonas (son of Rudolph W. Dettweiler and Susannah Bingeman) was born 28 Apr 1838, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 26 Dec 1921; was buried , Bloomingdale Mennonite Cemetery, Bloomingdale, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Magdalena Auman
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2464
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1871, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; U. Brethren

Notes:

Magdalena Eby, "was born April 19th, 1845. She is married to John Auman, a blacksmith. They reside in Marion, Kansas, and have a family of seven 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.].

Magdalena married Johannes "John" Auman 29 Jan 1867, Bridgeport (Kitchener), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Johannes (son of Conrad Auman) was born 9 Nov 1843, Glero, Churhesson, Germany (Hessen Damdstadt); died 24 Mar 1907, Council Bluffs, Pottawattamie, Iowa, USA. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2465

Other Events:

• Name: Phoebe Lachman
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2466
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Evangelical Methodist
• Residence: 1891, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Methodist
• Residence: 1911, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Evangelical

Notes:

Phoebe Eby, "was born July 20th, 1849. She is married to Henry Lachman, a cooper. They reside in Bridgeport, Ontario, and have a family as follows: Lucy Etta, married to Henry Schmidt, merchant, and resides in Bridgeport, Charles Edward, Mary Ann, Albert L. (dead), Isaac Oscar, Leah Elizabeth, William Henry, Abram Odo, Milton (dead), Charlotte Ina, and Phoebe 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.].

Phoebe — Henry Lachman. Henry (son of Johann "John" Lachman and Elizabeth Kalbfleisch) was born 26 Jan 1849, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 28 May 1918, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Bridgeport Free Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2467
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1881, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Knitter
• Residence: 1881, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1891, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Agent
• Occupation: 1891, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Agent
• Residence: 1891, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Methodist
• Residence: 1891, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Methodist
• Occupation: 1901, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Agent

Notes:

Herman Eby, "was born July 11th, 1851. He resides in the town of Berlin, Ontario, and is agent for various companies and manufacturers. He is married to Mary Ann Heiseman and has a family"


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.].

Herman married Mary Ann Heiserman 3 Feb 1870, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Mary (daughter of John Heiserman and Elisabeth Boehmer) was born 23 Jan 1849, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 17 Mar 1930, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Herman — . Unknown [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Interesting: crime, misfortune, accident
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2468
• Misfortune: 23 Jul 1859, Bridgeport (Kitchener), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; killed at a soiree

Notes:

Edward Eby, "was born September 9th, 1853, and was accidentally killed at a Sabbath school celebration on Saturday afternoon, July 23rd, 1859."


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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A distressing investigation was held before the Magistrates of Berlin, on Wednesday, involving the character of one of the medical gentlemen of that town, another residing in Elmira, and a gentleman closely connected with the first-charged offender. It seems that for some time suspicious hints and cirumstances, and smells, had indicated that the resurrection trade was being revived in Berlin, and that the remains of certain bodies had been conveyed to the premises of a medical gentleman, and, after dissection, the flesh had been consumed by boiling. The circumstances were so pointed that the magistrates deemed them sufficient to issue warrants for the arrest of the parties accused, and search warrants were also put into the hands of the officers to examine the Doctor's premises, and there accordingly they found the mutilated remains of several human bodies. Among these were the remains of a fine young lad named Eby, the son of Mr. Abraham Eby, of Bridgeport. The youth had been accidently killed at a soiree at Bridgeport a week or two ago, and his body interred, amid the heartfelt sorrow of a multitude of friends. A portion of his body was found on the premises of the accused, and they were sworn to by the afflicted father from certain marks. Portions of two other bodies were found, which the accused stated were those of certain persons; the tale was found to be false. The bodies appear all to have been taken from a graveyard in Berlin.

Huntingdon Herald

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EBY (Galt) - The soiree given by the Bridgeport Band was in the course of organization at the grove in that village. The tables were laid, the band had played some spirit-stirring pieces, the different speakers including the Hon. M. H. Foley were at hand to furnish a feast of reason, and all was mirth and gaiety. Suddenly death stepped upon the stage, and the scene changed to one of sorrow and mournfulness.

A swing had been erected for the amusement of the children present. The structure consisted of a post about 4 feet high sunk perpendicular in the ground. On the top of it, a horizontal beam was placed which revolved on a strong iron pin. By pushing on each end of the horizontal timber, a swing was the result. At the time of the accident, a number of little girls were at one end of the swing, and two boys, sons of Mr. Abraham Eby of Bridgeport, at the other. While enjoying themselves with the amusement, while laughing with light hearts end joyous spirits, the iron peg suddenly gave way, and the horizontal beam came down with a crash upon the unfortunate children. And death - awful death- ensued. The beam fell upon the head of one of Mr. Eby's boys, a fine little fellow aged about 5 years, and crushed his skull, forcing his brains through his mouth. The poor little fellow's frame quivered a moment or two from muscular contractions, and his soul had fled.

Hamilton Spectator 30 Jul 1859

Misfortune:
Body was stolen by Dr. Frederick Christ to be used as a medical display.

A few days after the burial of Eby's child, Dr. Christ came into Schnarr's Tavern in Waterloo Village, and made the remark that the bodies of William Rebscher, John Nahrgang, and Zoeger were not in their graves. Afterwards, Dr. Christ offered to bet with witness that Abram Eby's child was not in his grave. Christ said that he would not go and bring the bodies himself, but that he could get plenty at an outlay of ten dollars.

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2469
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Factory Hand
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran
• Occupation: 1901, Guelph City, Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada; mill foreman

Notes:

Noah Eby, "was born February 25th, 1857, and resides in the village of Bloomingdale, Ontario, where he is foreman in Mr. G. McAllister's factory. He is married to Susan Hilborn"


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.].

Noah — Susannah "Susan" Hilborn. Susannah (daughter of Joseph Hilborn and Mariah "Mary" Erb) was born 5 Aug 1859, Thedford, Bosanquet Twp., Lambton Co., Ontario; died 29 Apr 1927, Guelph City, Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , Woodlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Guelph City, Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Charlotte Van Pelt
• Eby ID Number: 00031.2470
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; E. Methodist

Notes:

Charlotte Eby, "was born January 9th, 1859. She is married to Charles Van Pelt and resides in Indianola, Iowa. She has four 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.].

Charlotte — Charles Van Pelt. Charles was born Abt 1855, Of, Indianola, Warren, Iowa, USA; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2471

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2472
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1891, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Cooper
• Residence: 1891, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran
• Occupation: 1901, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; stationary engineer
• Residence: 1901, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran
• Occupation: 1911, Preston (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Machine Hand, Furniture
• Residence: 1911, Preston (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran

Notes:

William Eby, "was born November 25th, 1862. He is married to Susannah Göler and resides in the village of Bridgeport, Ontario, where he is engaged as a cooper. They have a family of five children, " Edward, Henry, William, Anna, and Emma."


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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Eby

Died at his home in Preston on Wesnesday, July 8, 1936, William H. Eby, beloved husband of Susan Gaeler, in his 74 year. The funeral will be held from his residence, 222 Guelph street, on Saturday, July 11, at 2: 30 p.m. Interment will take place in Preston Cemetery.

Kitchener Daily Record 9 Jul 1936 pg 13

William married Susannah Gaeler 13 Aug 1882, Elmira, Woolwich Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Susannah (daughter of Conrad Philip Gaeler and Margaret Berck) was born 5 Jul 1865, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1947; was buried , Preston Cemetery, Cambridge, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2473
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1889, Bridgeport (Kitchener), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; cooper
• Occupation: 1901, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Bookkeeper
• Occupation: 1911, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Bookkeeper, Coal & Wood Business
• Residence: 1911, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Evangelical
• Occupation: 1921, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Bookkeeper, Coalyard
• Residence: 1921, 22 Samuel St., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
• Residence: 1921, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Evangelical

Notes:

Isaac H. Eby, "was born May 21st, 1865, is also a cooper by trade and resides at home with his mother in Bridgeport, Ontario. He is married to Bertha Limpert and has a family of one child named Ivah."


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.].

Isaac married Bertha Christine Limpert 4 Apr 1889, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Bertha (daughter of Caspar Limpert and Elizabeth) was born 23 Jan 1869, Neustadt, Normanby Twp., Grey Co., Ontario, Canada; died 7 Feb 1958; was buried , First Mennonite Cemetery, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Frank Eby
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2475
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Franklin Eby, "was born July 13th, 1846, and is married to Huldah Butler. They have no family. At present they reside in Port Huron, Michigan."


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.].

Franklin — Huldah Butler. Huldah was born Abt 1850, Of, Port Huron, St. Clair, Michigan, USA; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/207380821
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2476
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1870, Salem, Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada
• Occupation: 1891, Preston (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Flour Miller
• Residence: 1891, Preston (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1901, Preston (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; caretaker
• Occupation: 1911, Preston (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Assessor, Town
• Residence: 1911, Preston (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Methodist

Notes:

Andrew Eby, "was born November 19th, 1847, and is married to Magdalena Soeder. He is a miller by trade and at present resides in the village of Preston, Ontario. They have a family of two children, namely: Oscar S., and Herbert A."

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.].

Andrew married Mary Magdalena "Magdalena" Soeder 13 Oct 1870, Preston (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Mary (daughter of John Soeder and Margaret Scheiblein) was born 4 Jul 1851, Preston (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 26 Sep 1936, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried 29 Sep 1936, Woodland Cem., Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Amelia Street
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2477
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Amelia Eby, "was born September 1st, 1849, and is married to Hugh Street, a butcher by trade. They reside in Winnipeg, Manitoba, and have a family of five 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.].

Amelia married Hugh Street 11 Apr 1871, Elora, Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada. Hugh was born 1847, , Wales, United Kingdom; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Blandina Bryden
• Name: Blindina Eby
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2478
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Blandina Eby, "was born November 30th, 1850, and is married to William Brydon, a miller and farmer. At present they reside at Shoal Lake, Manitoba, and have a family of seven 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.].

Blandina — William Bryden. William was born 23 Nov 1848, , Ontario, Canada; died 9 Jul 1930, Shoal Lake, , Manitoba, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Magdalena Findlay
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2479
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1881, Little Saskatchewan, Western Extension, Manitoba

Notes:

Magdalena Eby, "was born July 1st, 1852, and is married to Charles Findlay, a farmer and engineer. At present they reside at Shoal Lake, Manitoba. They have had 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.].

Magdalena married Charles Findlay 6 Oct 1869, Pilkington Twp., Wellington Co., Ontario, Canada. Charles (son of James Findlay and Margaret Ruxton) was born 1847, , Ontario, Canada; died 28 Feb 1914, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada; was buried , Shoal Lake Cemetery, Shoal Lake, Manitoba. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2480
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Nancy Eby, "was born July 13th, 1854, and died in Salem, Ontario, December 19th, 1877. She was 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.].

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2481
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Caroline Eby, "was born January 22nd, 1856, and died in the town of Waterloo, August 18th, 1876."


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:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2482
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1881, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Clerk
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Urias Eby, "was born December 23rd, 1857. He resided at Palmerston, Ontario, for some years where he engaged in the mercantile business. At present he is at Shoal Lake, Manitoba. He is 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.].

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2483
• Residence: 1861, Waterloo Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Occupation: 1881, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Laborer
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Henry Eby, "was born October 10th, 1859. After he was 18 years of age he went out West and took up residence near Shoal Lake, Manitoba, where he resided for a few years. In the spring of 1886 he took sick, when he came east as far as Winnipeg, to his sister Amelia, where he died July 26th, 1886. He was not married."


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.].


In 1881 Henry was living with his sister Blandina Bryden.

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2484

Notes:

Daniel Eby, "was born October 4th, 1861. On May 19th, 1864, he fell off a fence and was instantly killed."


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:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2485
• Occupation: 1881, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Son
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Allan Eby, "was born March 17th, 1863, is unmarried and resides in Winnipeg, Manitoba."


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: Ida Steed
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2486
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Ida Eby, "was born October 22nd, 1864, and is married to George Steed. They reside in Owosso, Michigan, and have a family of one child named Ivah."


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.].

Ida — George Steed. George was born Abt 1864, Of, Owosso, Shiawassee, Michigan, USA; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Name: Emma Ziegler
• Eby ID Number: 00031-2487
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

Notes:

Emma Eby, "was born June 22nd, 1866. She is married to Albert Ziegler, a painter. They reside in Victoria, Vancouver Island, B. C."


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.].

Emma — Albert Ziegler. Albert (son of Enoch Ziegler and Hannah Hallman) was born 6 Jul 1851, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2488

Notes:

Albert E. Eby, "was born June 11th, 1867. He is unmarried and is a button turner by trade. At present he is engaged in Newark, New Jersey."


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:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2489

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2490
• Residence: 1881, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
• Residence: 1891, Waterloo City, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Evangelical

Notes:

Jacob B. Eby, "son of Jacob B. Eby's second wife, Elizabeth Schill, was born May 27th, 1879. He resides with his mother in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he is engaged in the meat business."


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:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2492
• Residence: 1861, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Methodist
• Occupation: 1874, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; engineer
• Occupation: 1879, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; hotel keeper
• Occupation: 1881, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Hotel Keeper
• Business: 1882, Imperial Hotel, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Imperial Hotel
• Occupation: 1891, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Millwright
• Residence: 1891, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Lutheran
• Occupation: 1897, Imperial Hotel, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; hotel manager
• Residence: 1901, Hamilton, Wentworth Co., Ontario, Canada

Notes:

Isidore E. Eby, "was born December 9th, 1848. He is a millwright by trade, and resides in the town of Galt, Ontario, where he is manager of the firm of Cowan & Co., engineers and machinists, who have constantly employed one hundred men and are doing a business extending from Halifax to Vancouver. He was married, July 29th, 1874, to Agnus Aussem Stoddard who was born February 27th, 1853. Their children are as follows; Mary Florence, born June 12th, 1876; Lillian Margaret, born June 24th, 1878; Albert Henry, born December 22nd, 1879; Kate Norma, born March 6th, 1882."


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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Eby, Isidore E., proprietor of Stoddard House. Was born at Berlin, this county, 1848

Illustrated Atlas of the County of Waterloo, H. Parsel & Co., Toronto - 1881

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Imperial Hotel, Galt, Ontario

This hotel is one of the best known and most popular west of Toronto. It is well furnished and heated by steam so that every room is comfortable, even in the coldest weather, and prominently situated on South Water Street, just opposite the post office, and close to the business part of the town. The house was built in 1882 by the Imperial Hotel Co, and was opened by Mr. Isadore Eby and has always been highly popular.

It is a substantially four-storey brick building containing 48 large airy bed-rooms, six parlor and sitting rooms, six large sample rooms for use of commercial travellers, and a fully equipped billiard room. The large dining room has a seating capacity of 80 guests in comfort. The cuisine is not surpassed by that of any, which is ample evidence of the great care taken by Mr. Graham, or as he is best known as George. The name Imperial is just what the hotel is in ever respect. Rates $1.50 and $2.00 per day. Geo. A. Graham, Proprietor.

Jubilee Souvenir of Galt 1897

Occupation:
This hotel is one of the best known and most popular west of Toronto. It is well furnished and heated by steam so that every room is comfortable, even in the coldest weather, and is prom-inently situated on South Water street, just opposite the post office, and close to the business part of the town. The house was built in 1882 by the Imperial Hotel Co., and was opened by Mr. Isadore Eby and has always been highly popular. It is a substantially four-storey brick building containing 48 large airy bedrooms, six parlor and sitting rooms, six large sample rooms for use of commercial travellers, and a fully equipped billiard room. The large dining room has a seating capacity of 80 guests in comfort. The cuisine is not surpassed by that of any which is ample evidence of the great care taken by Mr. Graham, or as he is best known as George. The name Imperial is just what the hotel is in every respect. Rates $1.50 and $2.00 per day.<sup>1a

1a</sup>From 1897 Jubilee Souvenir of Galt

Isidore married Agnes Aussem "Nancy" Stoddard 29 Jul 1874, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Agnes (daughter of Henry Stoddard and Margaret McBean) was born 27 Feb 1853, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 29 Mar 1938, Toronto, York Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , Hamilton, Wentworth Co., Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Eby ID Number: 00031-2493
• Residence: 1861, Galt (Cambridge), Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Methodist

Notes:

Albert Milton Eby, "a printer by trade, is at present residing in the city of Buffalo, New York, where he is engaged as foreman in some large printing establishment. On September 6th, 1886, he was married to Julia Clark who was born August 21st, 1850. They have no family."


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.].

Albert married Julia Clark 6 Sep 1886. Julia was born 21 Aug 1850, Of, Buffalo, Erie, New York, USA; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]