(Died December 20, 1885)
Mrs. Charlotta Fortriede, born Henke, died on Sunday, December 20 from old age at the home of her son-in-law, Mr. Fred. Kettler, at the age of 81 years, 6 months and 11 days. The deceased was born in Levern, Prussia and immigrated to this country in 1859. Her husband, Ludwig Fortriede died in February 1864. Their marriage produced 8 children, of whom one son still lives. For many years she has been almost blind and lived with Mr. Kettler for the past few years. The burial took place on Tuesday afternoon, December 22, at Lock 2 Cemetery with a large attendance. Pastor Buerkle led the service.
Source: Stern des Westlichen Ohio
Thursday, December 24, 1885
(Translated by Darla A. Lee)
(Died December 20, 1885)
Mrs. Charlotta Fortriede, born Henke, died on Sunday, December 20 from old age at the home of her son-in-law, Mr. Fred. Kettler, at the age of 81 years, 6 months and 11 days. The deceased was born in Levern, Prussia and immigrated to this country in 1859. Her husband, Ludwig Fortriede died in February 1864. Their marriage produced 8 children, of whom one son still lives. For many years she has been almost blind and lived with Mr. Kettler for the past few years. The burial took place on Tuesday afternoon, December 22, at Lock 2 Cemetery with a large attendance. Pastor Buerkle led the service.
Source: Stern des Westlichen Ohio
Thursday, December 24, 1885
(Translated by Darla A. Lee)
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81y6m10d born in Levern, Prussia
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