St. Helena Star, May 12, 1916
PIONEER IS SUMMONED.
Death Calls Frederick Metzner.
MAN OF STRICT INTEGRITY.
Last of the Sturdy Pioneers Who Settled and Developed Conn Valley.
The passing of the last of the honored pioneers who settled and developed Conn valley came when, at 8 o'clock Monday evening, Frederick Metzner closed his eyes in death. Mr. Metzner had been in failing health for many months, but had such a strong constitution that he wa [sic] confined to his bed only about two weeks.
Frederick Metzner was the son of Louis Frederick and Marie Metzner and was born at Neuchatel, Switzerland, November 6, 1841. His father died a short time before the subject of this sketch saw the light of day and when he was but one month old his mother also passed to her reward. Left an orphan he was cared for by his grandparents, with whom he lived until 16 years of age when he left the land of his birth and went to Australia. There he entered the gold mines and worked for several years when he sailed for California. Reaching this State in 1869, deceased came direct to St. Helena, Napa county, and entered the employ of the pioneer vineyardist, Charles Krug. In 1870 he became associated with the late L. Crochet and Charles E. Volper, the three purchasing six hundred and forty acres of land in Conn valley, where they established the Franco Swiss Vineyards. One hundred and fifty acres were planted to vines and the remainder of the land was devoted to stock raising. A large stone winery was built and for many years a prosperous business was conducted. While the vineyard was coming into bearing deceased continued to work for Mr. Krug at different times, but really made his home in Conn valley from 1870.
Upon the death of L. Crochet and Charles E. Yolper, the Franco-Swiss Company was dissolved and, in 1898, upon order of the Superior Court, the property was partitioned, deceased and the heirs of his partners receiving their home places.
Deceased was married in St. Helena on August 12, 1876, to Miss Rosa Trumpler. As a result of this union six children, were born, all of whom are living except Fred, who died on July 4, 1904. The widow and these children survive: Louis, Walter, Elise, Arnold and Myrta. The only other surviving relatives in this country are Mrs. Henry Perrin, of San Francisco, a niece, and Louis Guinchard, of San Jose, a cousin.
Deceased was a whole-souled, kind-hearted, genial man of very strong convictions. He was honest and upright in all his dealings and had a very wide circle of friends. His home ties were most sacred and he was a devoted husband and indulgent father. Years ago deceased took a very active part in politics and county affairs, but for the past ten years lived very quietly on his farm, rarely, ever coming to town.
The funeral took place from W.F. Mercier's undertaking parlors Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Rev. James Mitchell conducted the services and spoke feelingly of the long and useful life of deceased. The pall bearers were H.L. Amstutz, Napa; A. Jeanmonod, Oakville; M.S. Hudson, H.E. Walther, W.E. York and William Kennelly, The remains were laid to rest in the St. Helena cemetery.
The following out-of-town relatives of the family attended the funeral: Mrs. M. Detman, Mrs. Walter Blomberg, Henry Perrin and Miss Alice Ericson, of San Francisco; Louis Guinchard, of San Jose, and Mrs. A.J. Howe, of Vallejo.
PIONEER IS SUMMONED.
Death Calls Frederick Metzner.
MAN OF STRICT INTEGRITY.
Last of the Sturdy Pioneers Who Settled and Developed Conn Valley.
The passing of the last of the honored pioneers who settled and developed Conn valley came when, at 8 o'clock Monday evening, Frederick Metzner closed his eyes in death. Mr. Metzner had been in failing health for many months, but had such a strong constitution that he wa [sic] confined to his bed only about two weeks.
Frederick Metzner was the son of Louis Frederick and Marie Metzner and was born at Neuchatel, Switzerland, November 6, 1841. His father died a short time before the subject of this sketch saw the light of day and when he was but one month old his mother also passed to her reward. Left an orphan he was cared for by his grandparents, with whom he lived until 16 years of age when he left the land of his birth and went to Australia. There he entered the gold mines and worked for several years when he sailed for California. Reaching this State in 1869, deceased came direct to St. Helena, Napa county, and entered the employ of the pioneer vineyardist, Charles Krug. In 1870 he became associated with the late L. Crochet and Charles E. Volper, the three purchasing six hundred and forty acres of land in Conn valley, where they established the Franco Swiss Vineyards. One hundred and fifty acres were planted to vines and the remainder of the land was devoted to stock raising. A large stone winery was built and for many years a prosperous business was conducted. While the vineyard was coming into bearing deceased continued to work for Mr. Krug at different times, but really made his home in Conn valley from 1870.
Upon the death of L. Crochet and Charles E. Yolper, the Franco-Swiss Company was dissolved and, in 1898, upon order of the Superior Court, the property was partitioned, deceased and the heirs of his partners receiving their home places.
Deceased was married in St. Helena on August 12, 1876, to Miss Rosa Trumpler. As a result of this union six children, were born, all of whom are living except Fred, who died on July 4, 1904. The widow and these children survive: Louis, Walter, Elise, Arnold and Myrta. The only other surviving relatives in this country are Mrs. Henry Perrin, of San Francisco, a niece, and Louis Guinchard, of San Jose, a cousin.
Deceased was a whole-souled, kind-hearted, genial man of very strong convictions. He was honest and upright in all his dealings and had a very wide circle of friends. His home ties were most sacred and he was a devoted husband and indulgent father. Years ago deceased took a very active part in politics and county affairs, but for the past ten years lived very quietly on his farm, rarely, ever coming to town.
The funeral took place from W.F. Mercier's undertaking parlors Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Rev. James Mitchell conducted the services and spoke feelingly of the long and useful life of deceased. The pall bearers were H.L. Amstutz, Napa; A. Jeanmonod, Oakville; M.S. Hudson, H.E. Walther, W.E. York and William Kennelly, The remains were laid to rest in the St. Helena cemetery.
The following out-of-town relatives of the family attended the funeral: Mrs. M. Detman, Mrs. Walter Blomberg, Henry Perrin and Miss Alice Ericson, of San Francisco; Louis Guinchard, of San Jose, and Mrs. A.J. Howe, of Vallejo.
St. Helena Star, May 12, 1916
PIONEER IS SUMMONED.
Death Calls Frederick Metzner.
MAN OF STRICT INTEGRITY.
Last of the Sturdy Pioneers Who Settled and Developed Conn Valley.
The passing of the last of the honored pioneers who settled and developed Conn valley came when, at 8 o'clock Monday evening, Frederick Metzner closed his eyes in death. Mr. Metzner had been in failing health for many months, but had such a strong constitution that he wa [sic] confined to his bed only about two weeks.
Frederick Metzner was the son of Louis Frederick and Marie Metzner and was born at Neuchatel, Switzerland, November 6, 1841. His father died a short time before the subject of this sketch saw the light of day and when he was but one month old his mother also passed to her reward. Left an orphan he was cared for by his grandparents, with whom he lived until 16 years of age when he left the land of his birth and went to Australia. There he entered the gold mines and worked for several years when he sailed for California. Reaching this State in 1869, deceased came direct to St. Helena, Napa county, and entered the employ of the pioneer vineyardist, Charles Krug. In 1870 he became associated with the late L. Crochet and Charles E. Volper, the three purchasing six hundred and forty acres of land in Conn valley, where they established the Franco Swiss Vineyards. One hundred and fifty acres were planted to vines and the remainder of the land was devoted to stock raising. A large stone winery was built and for many years a prosperous business was conducted. While the vineyard was coming into bearing deceased continued to work for Mr. Krug at different times, but really made his home in Conn valley from 1870.
Upon the death of L. Crochet and Charles E. Yolper, the Franco-Swiss Company was dissolved and, in 1898, upon order of the Superior Court, the property was partitioned, deceased and the heirs of his partners receiving their home places.
Deceased was married in St. Helena on August 12, 1876, to Miss Rosa Trumpler. As a result of this union six children, were born, all of whom are living except Fred, who died on July 4, 1904. The widow and these children survive: Louis, Walter, Elise, Arnold and Myrta. The only other surviving relatives in this country are Mrs. Henry Perrin, of San Francisco, a niece, and Louis Guinchard, of San Jose, a cousin.
Deceased was a whole-souled, kind-hearted, genial man of very strong convictions. He was honest and upright in all his dealings and had a very wide circle of friends. His home ties were most sacred and he was a devoted husband and indulgent father. Years ago deceased took a very active part in politics and county affairs, but for the past ten years lived very quietly on his farm, rarely, ever coming to town.
The funeral took place from W.F. Mercier's undertaking parlors Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Rev. James Mitchell conducted the services and spoke feelingly of the long and useful life of deceased. The pall bearers were H.L. Amstutz, Napa; A. Jeanmonod, Oakville; M.S. Hudson, H.E. Walther, W.E. York and William Kennelly, The remains were laid to rest in the St. Helena cemetery.
The following out-of-town relatives of the family attended the funeral: Mrs. M. Detman, Mrs. Walter Blomberg, Henry Perrin and Miss Alice Ericson, of San Francisco; Louis Guinchard, of San Jose, and Mrs. A.J. Howe, of Vallejo.
PIONEER IS SUMMONED.
Death Calls Frederick Metzner.
MAN OF STRICT INTEGRITY.
Last of the Sturdy Pioneers Who Settled and Developed Conn Valley.
The passing of the last of the honored pioneers who settled and developed Conn valley came when, at 8 o'clock Monday evening, Frederick Metzner closed his eyes in death. Mr. Metzner had been in failing health for many months, but had such a strong constitution that he wa [sic] confined to his bed only about two weeks.
Frederick Metzner was the son of Louis Frederick and Marie Metzner and was born at Neuchatel, Switzerland, November 6, 1841. His father died a short time before the subject of this sketch saw the light of day and when he was but one month old his mother also passed to her reward. Left an orphan he was cared for by his grandparents, with whom he lived until 16 years of age when he left the land of his birth and went to Australia. There he entered the gold mines and worked for several years when he sailed for California. Reaching this State in 1869, deceased came direct to St. Helena, Napa county, and entered the employ of the pioneer vineyardist, Charles Krug. In 1870 he became associated with the late L. Crochet and Charles E. Volper, the three purchasing six hundred and forty acres of land in Conn valley, where they established the Franco Swiss Vineyards. One hundred and fifty acres were planted to vines and the remainder of the land was devoted to stock raising. A large stone winery was built and for many years a prosperous business was conducted. While the vineyard was coming into bearing deceased continued to work for Mr. Krug at different times, but really made his home in Conn valley from 1870.
Upon the death of L. Crochet and Charles E. Yolper, the Franco-Swiss Company was dissolved and, in 1898, upon order of the Superior Court, the property was partitioned, deceased and the heirs of his partners receiving their home places.
Deceased was married in St. Helena on August 12, 1876, to Miss Rosa Trumpler. As a result of this union six children, were born, all of whom are living except Fred, who died on July 4, 1904. The widow and these children survive: Louis, Walter, Elise, Arnold and Myrta. The only other surviving relatives in this country are Mrs. Henry Perrin, of San Francisco, a niece, and Louis Guinchard, of San Jose, a cousin.
Deceased was a whole-souled, kind-hearted, genial man of very strong convictions. He was honest and upright in all his dealings and had a very wide circle of friends. His home ties were most sacred and he was a devoted husband and indulgent father. Years ago deceased took a very active part in politics and county affairs, but for the past ten years lived very quietly on his farm, rarely, ever coming to town.
The funeral took place from W.F. Mercier's undertaking parlors Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Rev. James Mitchell conducted the services and spoke feelingly of the long and useful life of deceased. The pall bearers were H.L. Amstutz, Napa; A. Jeanmonod, Oakville; M.S. Hudson, H.E. Walther, W.E. York and William Kennelly, The remains were laid to rest in the St. Helena cemetery.
The following out-of-town relatives of the family attended the funeral: Mrs. M. Detman, Mrs. Walter Blomberg, Henry Perrin and Miss Alice Ericson, of San Francisco; Louis Guinchard, of San Jose, and Mrs. A.J. Howe, of Vallejo.
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