(NOTE: William D. Bollinger probably never had his portrait taken prior to the Civil War. However, during the 10 month period that the 86th Illinois was in the Nashville, Tennessee area in 1862-63, William, like most of the Union soldiers in the Nashville area, probably took the time to sit for a portrait to send home to the loved ones that he left behind. These portraits were most often printed in the form of what was called a CDV, a paper picture glued to a heavier card stock about the size of a modern day baseball card, and the soldiers didn't just have one or two copies made. Most of the time, they had a dozen or more made, so they could swap pictures with their tentmates, messmates and for their friends, in the 86th and back home.
William D. Bollinger survived the war and lived well into the 20th century. During his life, William probably had his picture taken dozens of times, if not hundreds of times, one of which we see here. I would dearly love to see a copy of that CDV added to his Find A Grave site for all with an interest to see. I would also be thrilled to see some more pictures of him added to his Find A Grave Memorial, even ones of him as an old man. Can anyone help me? Thanks, Baxter)
Private WILLIAM D. BOLLINGER, Co. I, 86th Illinois
William D. Bollinger was born on October 17, 1836, according to his death certificate, though he was more likely born in 1837 and his tombstone reads 1839. William D. Bollinger was almost certainly born in Peoria County, Illinois, the son of Samuel Fahnestock Bollinger and Catherine/Katherine Bauman. However, his death certificate lists his father as David Bollinger and his mother was a Bauman. William's death certificate states that he was born at what appears to read Lanir Landing, Illinois.
In telling the history of the Glasford/Lancaster area of Peoria County, Col. Allen L. Fahnestock, the last commanding officer of the 86th Illinois, wrote the following. "Samuel F. Bollinger and wife came from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, in 1836, and with my father, Jacob L. Fahnestock, laid off the town of Lancaster. Jacob Fahnestock, a manufacturer of plug tobacco, cigars and snuff, came to Illinois in 1836 from Abbottstown, Pa. With Samuel F. Bollinger, of Canton, he bought 160 acres in Sec.17 and laid off the town of Lancaster. He (Fahnestock) returned to Pennsylvania and the next year brought his family to their new home. Two of Mr. Bollinger's sons (Albert L. & William D.) were in my Co. I, 86th Ill. The old people are all dead. Wm. Bollinger lives in Lancaster, Penn., a homeopathic physician."
At the time of the 1840 census of Peoria County, Samuel Bollinger and his wife are found residing next to Jacob Fahnestock and his wife and family in what is then called the LaMarsh District of Peoria County. Samuel has three sons under the age of 5 at this time.
In the 1850 Federal Census of Peoria County the following is found;
Samuel F. Ballinger, 42, clerk, $4000, PA
Catharine Ballinger, 42, PA
William Ballinger, 12, IL
Albert Ballinger, 11, IL
Alfred Ballinger, 11, IL
Edwin Ballinger, 8, IL
Marcus Ballinger, 2, IL
[Next family in census listing is Allen and Sarah Fahnestock.]
At the time of the 1860 Federal Census the Bollingers are found in Timber Township of Peoria County;
Samuel F. Bollinger, 52, Tailor, Real estate $5,000/personal $1000, PA
Catharine Bollinger, 51, PA
Wm. D. Bollinger, 22, Student, IL
Albert Bollinger, 21, Carriage maker, IL
Alford C. Bollinger, 21, School teacher, IL
Samuel E. Bollinger, 18, IL
Marcus Bollinger, 11, IL
[Next family in listing is Allen Fahnestock; family preceding is Henry Fahnestock.]
Samuel Fahnestock Bollinger was born c. 1808 in Cocalico Twp., Lancaster Co., PA and died in Davenport, Iowa. He was the son of ___________ Bollinger and Hannah (Fahnestock) Bollinger. Catherine Bauman was born c. 1808 in Pennsylvania. Samuel and Catherine were married in the late 1820's or early 1830's and are known to have had at least six children. They are;
1. William D. Bollinger, born October 25, 1837. See his biography below.
2. Albert Lester Bollinger, a twin, born May 14, 1839 in Lancaster Township, Peoria County, Illinois; died on September 11, 1901 in Davenport, Scott County, Iowa, USA; buried in the Oakdale Memorial Gardens in Davenport.
3. Alfred Clarence Bollinger, a twin, born May 14, 1839 in Lancaster Township, Peoria County, Illinois; Alfred is believed to be the Alfred C. Bollinger who died in 1928 and who is buried in the Woodlawn Park North Cemetery and Mausoleum, Miami, Miami-Dade County, Florida, USA.
4. H. Elizabeth Bollinger, born c. March 15, 1840 in Lancaster Township, Peoria County, Illinois; died c. June 25, 1842 at the age of 2 years, 3 months and 10 days in Lancaster Township and her mortal remains were laid in the Lancaster Cemetery in Glasford, Peoria County, Illinois.
5. Samuel Edwin Bollinger, born January 14, 1842 in Peoria County, Illinois; married to Rachel Elizabeth Chenoweth who was born December 11, 1841 in Highland Co., OH and who died on October 11, 1927 in Elverta, Sacramento Co., CA; Samuel died on May 13, 1923 in Elverta, Sacramento Co., CA; Samuel and Rachel are buried in the Union cemetery, Roseville, Placer Co., CA.
6. Marcus Paul Bollinger, born August 10, 1848 in Peoria, Peoria County, Illinois. Marcus was married to Marie Geneviere Hayes (1861 - 1937). Marcus died on November 11, 1925 in the city of St. Louis, Missouri and his mortal remains were laid in the Calvary Cemetery in Saint Louis, Missouri. See his Find A Grave Memorial# 70892812.
About 1866, Samuel and Catherine moved the family to Geneseo, Illinois in Henry County. At the time of the 1870 census, Samuel and Catherine are found in Henry County, Illinois;
Samuel F Bollinger M 62 Pennsylvania
Catherine Bollinger F 62 Pennsylvania
Marcus Bollinger M 22 Illinois
Edwin Bollinger M 8 Illinois
Catherine (Bauman) Bollinger died there in Henry County on July 10, 1872 and her mortal remains were laid in the Oakwood Cemetery in Geneseo, Henry County, Illinois in Block D, Lot 79, Grave 1. Samuel stayed on in Geneseo until the fall of 1873, when he moved to Davenport, Iowa to live with his son Albert Lester Bollinger.
Samuel Fahnestock Bollinger died on Feb. 4, 1874 in the home of his son, Albert Lester Bollinger in Davenport, Iowa. However, his body was returned to Geneseo, Illinois, where it was laid next to those of Catherine to rest in the Oakwood Cemetery in Geneseo, Henry County, Illinois in Block D, Lot 79, Grave 2.
Now to continue with the biography of William D. Bollinger;
On August 1, 1862, William's brother, Albert, was one of the first men to volunteer to serve in a company which was being raised in the Lancaster, Illinois/Timber Township area of Peoria County by a well known business man and Lancaster area merchant, Allen L. Fahnestock. On August 9, 1862, William D. Bollinger also volunteered to serve in this company.
ILLINOIS CIVIL WAR DETAIL REPORT
Name BOLLINGER, WILLIAM D
Rank PVT Company I Unit 86 IL US INF
Personal Characteristics
Residence LANCASTER, PEORIA CO, IL Age 24 Height 5' 9 3/8 Hair DARK
Eyes GRAY Complexion LIGHT Marital Status SINGLE Occupation BLACKSMITH
Nativity LANCASTER, PEORIA CO, IL
Service Record
Joined When AUG 9, 1862 Joined Where LANCASTER, IL
Joined By Whom A L FAHNESTOCK Period 3 YRS
Muster In AUG 27, 1862 Muster In Where PEORIA, IL
Muster In By Whom N/A Muster Out JUN 6, 1865
Muster Out Where WASHINGTON, DC Muster Out By Whom LT SCROGGS
Remarks N/A
When Fahnestock had about 100 volunteers he led his company into Peoria, where they went into camp at Camp Lyon, near present day Glen Oak Park.
Fahnestock was elected Captain of the men of the Timber Township company and on August 27, 1862, Fahnestock, and 96 of the other Timber Township volunteers, including the Bollinger brothers, were mustered in as Company I of the 86th Regiment of Illinois Volunteer Infantry. Albert L. Bollinger was elected by the men of the Lancaster/Timber Township company to serve as their 1st Sergeant.
The men of the 85th & 86th Illinois marched out of the gates of Camp Lyon on September 7, 1862, with much fanfare, through the streets of Peoria down to the railroad depot, where they boarded a train bound for Camp Joe Holt in Jeffersonville, Indiana, across the river from Louisville. Three weeks later the men of the 85th & 86th were in the field in Kentucky as part of Colonel Daniel McCook's Brigade chasing Confederate troops. On October 8, 1862, the men of McCook's Brigade were engaged with those Confederate troops during the Battle of Perryville, Kentucky, suffering their first casualties. There would be many more in the next few years.
After the Battle of Perryville, the Confederate forces withdrew from Kentucky, while the men of McCook's Brigade marched on to Nashville, Tennessee, where they went into winter camp. During the next three years, the Bollinger brothers would serve in Co. I as the men of McCook's Brigade were witness to and participants in numerous battles and skirmishes, some of the bloodiest fighting in the Western Theatre of the war, including the Battles of Chickamauga, Georgia; Resaca, Georgia; Rome, Georgia; Peach Tree Creek, Georgia; Jonesboro, Georgia, Averysboro, North Carolina; and Bentonville, North Carolina, just to name a few. They also participated on General Sherman's famous "March to the Sea". However, sometime during the war, something occurred and 1st Sergeant Albert L. Bollinger was punished and reduced to the ranks as a Private. See Albert L. Bollinger's Find A Grave site for more information about him.
After the war came to a close, the men of McCook's Brigade marched on to Washington City (now D.C.) where they marched down Pennsylvania Avenue on the 2nd day of the Grand Review in May of 1865. On June 6, 1865, the Bollingers were mustered out of the service with the surviving members of the 86th at Washington, D.C. and they soon returned to their homes in Central Illinois.
It now appears, that as soon as he was mustered out of the service, William went back east to Pennsylvania where he attended the Pennsylvania Medical College in __________, Pennsylvania. He may have graduated as early as 1867.
By 1870, Samuel F. Bollinger and his son, Albert, moved to Henry County, Illinois. It is not known where William D. Bollinger was at this time. He may very well have returned to Pennsylvania by 1870. Here is what is found in the 1870 Federal Census, Geneseo, Henry Co., IL;
Albert L. Bollinger, 31, Carriage maker, personal estate $1000, IL
Emma Bollinger, 26, Keeps House, IL
James W. Bollinger, 3, IL
Cora Bollinger, 2, IL
Samuel F. Bollinger, 62, Carriage maker, Real estate $2000, personal $1000, PA
Catherine Bollinger, 62, Keeps house, PA
Marcus Bollinger, 22, clerk in store, IL
Edwin Bollinger, 8, IL
[I have been unsuccessful in locating Wm. D. in the 1870 federal census.]
At the time of the 1880 federal census, William is found residing in Lancaster Township, Lancaster Co., PA
Susan Wilhelm, 38
William Bollinger, 40, boarder, doctor, PA, PA, PA
Daniel Okeson, 66
On April 15, 1886, William D. Bollinger was married to Caroline "Carrie" Kiehl/Keil. Caroline was born on March __, 1860 in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Caroline was almost certainly the daughter of George A. Kiehl and Elizabeth (__________) Kiehl. At the time of the 1860 census, George Kiehl is found in N E Ward City of Lancaster, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania;
George A Keahl M 26 Hesse Germany
Elizabeth Keahl F 20 Hesse Germany
Ann E Keahl F 2/12 Mar/Apr 1860 Pennsylvania
At the time of the 1870 census, the Kiehl family is found in Ward 3 of the city of Lancaster, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania;
George A Kiehl M 36 Hesse Darmstadt
Elizabeth Kiehl F 29 Hesse Darmstadt
Caroline Kiehl F 10 Pennsylvania
Elizabeth Kiehl F 8 Pennsylvania
William Kiehl M 6 Pennsylvania
Sarah Kiehl F 4 Pennsylvania
John L Kiehl M 1 Pennsylvania
George Small M 20 Hesse Darmstadt
At the time of the 1880 census, the Kiehls are found in Lancaster, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania;
Geo A Kiehl Self M 46 Germany
Elizabeth Kiehl Wife F 40 Germany
Carrie Kiehl Daughter F 20 Pennsylvania
Lizzie Kiehl Daughter F 19 Pennsylvania
Geo W Kiehl Son M 16 Pennsylvania
Salome Kiehl Daughter F 15 Pennsylvania
John L Kiehl Son M 11 Pennsylvania
Chas A Kiehl Son M 8 Pennsylvania
Henry Kiehl Son M 5 Pennsylvania
Edwin H Kiehl Son M 3 Pennsylvania
Mary I Kiehl Daughter F 1 Pennsylvania
Katherine Elizabeth (___________) Kiehl died in 1899, while George A. Kiehl died in 1906. Their mortal remains were laid in the Woodward Hill Cemetery in Lancaster, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. See his Find A Grave Memorial# 35779889.
One daughter is known to have been born to William D. Bollinger and Caroline (Kiehl) Bollinger. She is;
1. Inez Bollinger, born September __, 1894 in __________, Pennsylvania; Inez was married to Martin Luther Canup in 19__. Martin Luther Canup was born on March 10, 1879. Inez and Martin were the parents of one son;
A. William Caleb Canup, born 19 Oct 1921 in New York, New York County (Manhattan), New York. William served as a 2nd Lieutuenant in the 446th Bomb Group during WWII, serving as a Navigator on a B-24 Liberator. His plane was shot down during the war and spent the last few months of the war in Europe as a POW. William died on 5 Nov 2009 and his mortal remains were laid in Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Arlington County, Virginia. See his Find A Grave Memorial #121756953.
Undated record of marriage:
Rev. Martin L. Canup to Wed June 19, 1918.
The marriage of the Rev. Martin Luther Canup, pastor of the English Lutheran Church of the Epiphany, 128th Street and Madison Avenue, and Miss Inez Bollinger, only daughter of Mrs. Bollinger and the late Dr. William D. Bollinger of Lancaster, Penn., will take place in that city on June 19. Miss Bollinger has been engaged in Red Cross and war relief work. The Rev. Mr. Canup is Vice President of the Lutheran Ministers' Association of this city.
1920 Federal Census, Manhattan Assembly District 20, New York, NY
Luther Canup, 40, clergyman
Inez B. Canup, 25
At the time of the 1930 census, Caroline Bollinger is found residing with her daughter, Inez, in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan. She is listed as widowed;
Luther M Canup Head M 51 North Carolina
Inez Canup Wife F 34 Pennsylvania
Billie Canup Son M 8 New York
Caroline Bowlinger Mother-in-law F 70 Pennsylvania
At the time of the 1940 census, the Canup's are found in Ward 1 of Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, but, Caroline Bollinger is not longer found with them;
M Luther Canup Head M 61 North Carolina
Inez Canup Wife F 36 Pennsylvania
William Canup Son M 18 New York
Now to continue with what we know about William D. Bollinger;
At the time of the 1900, William and Caroline reside in Lancaster Ward 6, Lancaster Co., PA
William D. Bollinger, 58, b. Oct 1841, Married 14 years, PA, PA, PA, doctor
Caroline Bollinger, 40, b. Mar 1860, 1 child/1 living, PA, Germany, Germany
Inez Bollinger, 5, b. Sep 1894, PA, PA, PA
On February 21, 1903, William D. Bolliger filed for an Invalid Pension in Pennsylvania and it was approved.
At the time of the 1910 federal census, William and Caroline are still found in Lancaster Ward 6, Lancaster Co., PA
Wm. D. Bollinger, 71, doctor in general practice
Caroline Bollinger, 49, 1 child/1 living
Inez Bollinger, 15
Private William D. Bollinger is known to have died on July 11, 1914 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania and his death certificate states that his mortal remains were laid in Zion Cemetery on July 14, 1914. His will was probated on July 21, 1914. Caroline Bollinger filed for a Widow's Pension on July 27, 1914 in Pennylvania.
The Monday, July 13, 1914 edition of THE MORNING JOURNAL newspaper, of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, carried the following obituary;
"WELL KNOWN PHYSICIAN CALLED BY DEATH
DR. WILLIAM D. BOLLINGER DIED ON SATURDAY - WAS WITH SHERMAN
Dr. William D. Bollinger , a well known homeopathic doctor, died on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock at his home, No. 309 North Lime street, from a complication of diseases, after an illness of several months. He was well known in professional circles of this city, being a graduate of the old school of medicine. He had practiced in this city for the last forty-five years. He was born at Lancaster Landing, Illinois, and graduated at the Lombard University of Galesville (actually Lombard College in Galesburg, Illinois). At the time of his graduation the war broke out. and he enlisted in the army, and served under Sherman. He continued in service until the close of the war, being with Sherman on the famous march through Georgia to the sea. At the close of the war, he served on the medical staff of Hahnemann hospital (in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) for several years. He practiced at the eye hospital in London, England, and also in Germany. He came to Lancaster in 1869 and had been practicing medicine here ever since.
He is survived by his wife, who was Miss Caroline Kiehl before her marriage, and one daughter, Inez, at home. Three brothers also survive, as follows; Dr. Alfred C, of Cleveland; Mark, of St. Louis, and Edwin, of Oklahoma. The deceased was a life long member of Zion Lutheran Church. He is also one of the oldest members of the Lodge, No. 43, F & A. M. The funeral will be held from his late home on Tuesday at 3 o'clock, with private interment in the Zion Lutheran cemetery."
Caroline Bollinger, as seen above, lived with her daughter and son-in-law for some time. Caroline died on __________ __, 1938__ at __________, __________ and her mortal remains were laid beside those of her husband on the Zion Lutheran Cemetery in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
by Baxter B. Fite III, Carol Dorward, of Washington, Illinois and Phil Bollinger, whose email address is [email protected]. Phil is a Step Grandson of Elmer Bollinger, who was son of Marcus Paul Bollinger, who was a brother of William D. Bollinger.
(Baxter would enjoy hearing from anyone, especially descendants of the Bollinger family, who might be able to fill in some of the missing information on Private William D. Bollinger and the Bollinger family. Baxter would also love to get copies of any other pictures that may still exist of William D. Bollinger, especially any showing him in uniform, for his Find A Grave site and for the local Historical Societies.)
William D. Bollinger survived the war and lived well into the 20th century. During his life, William probably had his picture taken dozens of times, if not hundreds of times, one of which we see here. I would dearly love to see a copy of that CDV added to his Find A Grave site for all with an interest to see. I would also be thrilled to see some more pictures of him added to his Find A Grave Memorial, even ones of him as an old man. Can anyone help me? Thanks, Baxter)
Private WILLIAM D. BOLLINGER, Co. I, 86th Illinois
William D. Bollinger was born on October 17, 1836, according to his death certificate, though he was more likely born in 1837 and his tombstone reads 1839. William D. Bollinger was almost certainly born in Peoria County, Illinois, the son of Samuel Fahnestock Bollinger and Catherine/Katherine Bauman. However, his death certificate lists his father as David Bollinger and his mother was a Bauman. William's death certificate states that he was born at what appears to read Lanir Landing, Illinois.
In telling the history of the Glasford/Lancaster area of Peoria County, Col. Allen L. Fahnestock, the last commanding officer of the 86th Illinois, wrote the following. "Samuel F. Bollinger and wife came from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, in 1836, and with my father, Jacob L. Fahnestock, laid off the town of Lancaster. Jacob Fahnestock, a manufacturer of plug tobacco, cigars and snuff, came to Illinois in 1836 from Abbottstown, Pa. With Samuel F. Bollinger, of Canton, he bought 160 acres in Sec.17 and laid off the town of Lancaster. He (Fahnestock) returned to Pennsylvania and the next year brought his family to their new home. Two of Mr. Bollinger's sons (Albert L. & William D.) were in my Co. I, 86th Ill. The old people are all dead. Wm. Bollinger lives in Lancaster, Penn., a homeopathic physician."
At the time of the 1840 census of Peoria County, Samuel Bollinger and his wife are found residing next to Jacob Fahnestock and his wife and family in what is then called the LaMarsh District of Peoria County. Samuel has three sons under the age of 5 at this time.
In the 1850 Federal Census of Peoria County the following is found;
Samuel F. Ballinger, 42, clerk, $4000, PA
Catharine Ballinger, 42, PA
William Ballinger, 12, IL
Albert Ballinger, 11, IL
Alfred Ballinger, 11, IL
Edwin Ballinger, 8, IL
Marcus Ballinger, 2, IL
[Next family in census listing is Allen and Sarah Fahnestock.]
At the time of the 1860 Federal Census the Bollingers are found in Timber Township of Peoria County;
Samuel F. Bollinger, 52, Tailor, Real estate $5,000/personal $1000, PA
Catharine Bollinger, 51, PA
Wm. D. Bollinger, 22, Student, IL
Albert Bollinger, 21, Carriage maker, IL
Alford C. Bollinger, 21, School teacher, IL
Samuel E. Bollinger, 18, IL
Marcus Bollinger, 11, IL
[Next family in listing is Allen Fahnestock; family preceding is Henry Fahnestock.]
Samuel Fahnestock Bollinger was born c. 1808 in Cocalico Twp., Lancaster Co., PA and died in Davenport, Iowa. He was the son of ___________ Bollinger and Hannah (Fahnestock) Bollinger. Catherine Bauman was born c. 1808 in Pennsylvania. Samuel and Catherine were married in the late 1820's or early 1830's and are known to have had at least six children. They are;
1. William D. Bollinger, born October 25, 1837. See his biography below.
2. Albert Lester Bollinger, a twin, born May 14, 1839 in Lancaster Township, Peoria County, Illinois; died on September 11, 1901 in Davenport, Scott County, Iowa, USA; buried in the Oakdale Memorial Gardens in Davenport.
3. Alfred Clarence Bollinger, a twin, born May 14, 1839 in Lancaster Township, Peoria County, Illinois; Alfred is believed to be the Alfred C. Bollinger who died in 1928 and who is buried in the Woodlawn Park North Cemetery and Mausoleum, Miami, Miami-Dade County, Florida, USA.
4. H. Elizabeth Bollinger, born c. March 15, 1840 in Lancaster Township, Peoria County, Illinois; died c. June 25, 1842 at the age of 2 years, 3 months and 10 days in Lancaster Township and her mortal remains were laid in the Lancaster Cemetery in Glasford, Peoria County, Illinois.
5. Samuel Edwin Bollinger, born January 14, 1842 in Peoria County, Illinois; married to Rachel Elizabeth Chenoweth who was born December 11, 1841 in Highland Co., OH and who died on October 11, 1927 in Elverta, Sacramento Co., CA; Samuel died on May 13, 1923 in Elverta, Sacramento Co., CA; Samuel and Rachel are buried in the Union cemetery, Roseville, Placer Co., CA.
6. Marcus Paul Bollinger, born August 10, 1848 in Peoria, Peoria County, Illinois. Marcus was married to Marie Geneviere Hayes (1861 - 1937). Marcus died on November 11, 1925 in the city of St. Louis, Missouri and his mortal remains were laid in the Calvary Cemetery in Saint Louis, Missouri. See his Find A Grave Memorial# 70892812.
About 1866, Samuel and Catherine moved the family to Geneseo, Illinois in Henry County. At the time of the 1870 census, Samuel and Catherine are found in Henry County, Illinois;
Samuel F Bollinger M 62 Pennsylvania
Catherine Bollinger F 62 Pennsylvania
Marcus Bollinger M 22 Illinois
Edwin Bollinger M 8 Illinois
Catherine (Bauman) Bollinger died there in Henry County on July 10, 1872 and her mortal remains were laid in the Oakwood Cemetery in Geneseo, Henry County, Illinois in Block D, Lot 79, Grave 1. Samuel stayed on in Geneseo until the fall of 1873, when he moved to Davenport, Iowa to live with his son Albert Lester Bollinger.
Samuel Fahnestock Bollinger died on Feb. 4, 1874 in the home of his son, Albert Lester Bollinger in Davenport, Iowa. However, his body was returned to Geneseo, Illinois, where it was laid next to those of Catherine to rest in the Oakwood Cemetery in Geneseo, Henry County, Illinois in Block D, Lot 79, Grave 2.
Now to continue with the biography of William D. Bollinger;
On August 1, 1862, William's brother, Albert, was one of the first men to volunteer to serve in a company which was being raised in the Lancaster, Illinois/Timber Township area of Peoria County by a well known business man and Lancaster area merchant, Allen L. Fahnestock. On August 9, 1862, William D. Bollinger also volunteered to serve in this company.
ILLINOIS CIVIL WAR DETAIL REPORT
Name BOLLINGER, WILLIAM D
Rank PVT Company I Unit 86 IL US INF
Personal Characteristics
Residence LANCASTER, PEORIA CO, IL Age 24 Height 5' 9 3/8 Hair DARK
Eyes GRAY Complexion LIGHT Marital Status SINGLE Occupation BLACKSMITH
Nativity LANCASTER, PEORIA CO, IL
Service Record
Joined When AUG 9, 1862 Joined Where LANCASTER, IL
Joined By Whom A L FAHNESTOCK Period 3 YRS
Muster In AUG 27, 1862 Muster In Where PEORIA, IL
Muster In By Whom N/A Muster Out JUN 6, 1865
Muster Out Where WASHINGTON, DC Muster Out By Whom LT SCROGGS
Remarks N/A
When Fahnestock had about 100 volunteers he led his company into Peoria, where they went into camp at Camp Lyon, near present day Glen Oak Park.
Fahnestock was elected Captain of the men of the Timber Township company and on August 27, 1862, Fahnestock, and 96 of the other Timber Township volunteers, including the Bollinger brothers, were mustered in as Company I of the 86th Regiment of Illinois Volunteer Infantry. Albert L. Bollinger was elected by the men of the Lancaster/Timber Township company to serve as their 1st Sergeant.
The men of the 85th & 86th Illinois marched out of the gates of Camp Lyon on September 7, 1862, with much fanfare, through the streets of Peoria down to the railroad depot, where they boarded a train bound for Camp Joe Holt in Jeffersonville, Indiana, across the river from Louisville. Three weeks later the men of the 85th & 86th were in the field in Kentucky as part of Colonel Daniel McCook's Brigade chasing Confederate troops. On October 8, 1862, the men of McCook's Brigade were engaged with those Confederate troops during the Battle of Perryville, Kentucky, suffering their first casualties. There would be many more in the next few years.
After the Battle of Perryville, the Confederate forces withdrew from Kentucky, while the men of McCook's Brigade marched on to Nashville, Tennessee, where they went into winter camp. During the next three years, the Bollinger brothers would serve in Co. I as the men of McCook's Brigade were witness to and participants in numerous battles and skirmishes, some of the bloodiest fighting in the Western Theatre of the war, including the Battles of Chickamauga, Georgia; Resaca, Georgia; Rome, Georgia; Peach Tree Creek, Georgia; Jonesboro, Georgia, Averysboro, North Carolina; and Bentonville, North Carolina, just to name a few. They also participated on General Sherman's famous "March to the Sea". However, sometime during the war, something occurred and 1st Sergeant Albert L. Bollinger was punished and reduced to the ranks as a Private. See Albert L. Bollinger's Find A Grave site for more information about him.
After the war came to a close, the men of McCook's Brigade marched on to Washington City (now D.C.) where they marched down Pennsylvania Avenue on the 2nd day of the Grand Review in May of 1865. On June 6, 1865, the Bollingers were mustered out of the service with the surviving members of the 86th at Washington, D.C. and they soon returned to their homes in Central Illinois.
It now appears, that as soon as he was mustered out of the service, William went back east to Pennsylvania where he attended the Pennsylvania Medical College in __________, Pennsylvania. He may have graduated as early as 1867.
By 1870, Samuel F. Bollinger and his son, Albert, moved to Henry County, Illinois. It is not known where William D. Bollinger was at this time. He may very well have returned to Pennsylvania by 1870. Here is what is found in the 1870 Federal Census, Geneseo, Henry Co., IL;
Albert L. Bollinger, 31, Carriage maker, personal estate $1000, IL
Emma Bollinger, 26, Keeps House, IL
James W. Bollinger, 3, IL
Cora Bollinger, 2, IL
Samuel F. Bollinger, 62, Carriage maker, Real estate $2000, personal $1000, PA
Catherine Bollinger, 62, Keeps house, PA
Marcus Bollinger, 22, clerk in store, IL
Edwin Bollinger, 8, IL
[I have been unsuccessful in locating Wm. D. in the 1870 federal census.]
At the time of the 1880 federal census, William is found residing in Lancaster Township, Lancaster Co., PA
Susan Wilhelm, 38
William Bollinger, 40, boarder, doctor, PA, PA, PA
Daniel Okeson, 66
On April 15, 1886, William D. Bollinger was married to Caroline "Carrie" Kiehl/Keil. Caroline was born on March __, 1860 in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Caroline was almost certainly the daughter of George A. Kiehl and Elizabeth (__________) Kiehl. At the time of the 1860 census, George Kiehl is found in N E Ward City of Lancaster, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania;
George A Keahl M 26 Hesse Germany
Elizabeth Keahl F 20 Hesse Germany
Ann E Keahl F 2/12 Mar/Apr 1860 Pennsylvania
At the time of the 1870 census, the Kiehl family is found in Ward 3 of the city of Lancaster, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania;
George A Kiehl M 36 Hesse Darmstadt
Elizabeth Kiehl F 29 Hesse Darmstadt
Caroline Kiehl F 10 Pennsylvania
Elizabeth Kiehl F 8 Pennsylvania
William Kiehl M 6 Pennsylvania
Sarah Kiehl F 4 Pennsylvania
John L Kiehl M 1 Pennsylvania
George Small M 20 Hesse Darmstadt
At the time of the 1880 census, the Kiehls are found in Lancaster, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania;
Geo A Kiehl Self M 46 Germany
Elizabeth Kiehl Wife F 40 Germany
Carrie Kiehl Daughter F 20 Pennsylvania
Lizzie Kiehl Daughter F 19 Pennsylvania
Geo W Kiehl Son M 16 Pennsylvania
Salome Kiehl Daughter F 15 Pennsylvania
John L Kiehl Son M 11 Pennsylvania
Chas A Kiehl Son M 8 Pennsylvania
Henry Kiehl Son M 5 Pennsylvania
Edwin H Kiehl Son M 3 Pennsylvania
Mary I Kiehl Daughter F 1 Pennsylvania
Katherine Elizabeth (___________) Kiehl died in 1899, while George A. Kiehl died in 1906. Their mortal remains were laid in the Woodward Hill Cemetery in Lancaster, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. See his Find A Grave Memorial# 35779889.
One daughter is known to have been born to William D. Bollinger and Caroline (Kiehl) Bollinger. She is;
1. Inez Bollinger, born September __, 1894 in __________, Pennsylvania; Inez was married to Martin Luther Canup in 19__. Martin Luther Canup was born on March 10, 1879. Inez and Martin were the parents of one son;
A. William Caleb Canup, born 19 Oct 1921 in New York, New York County (Manhattan), New York. William served as a 2nd Lieutuenant in the 446th Bomb Group during WWII, serving as a Navigator on a B-24 Liberator. His plane was shot down during the war and spent the last few months of the war in Europe as a POW. William died on 5 Nov 2009 and his mortal remains were laid in Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Arlington County, Virginia. See his Find A Grave Memorial #121756953.
Undated record of marriage:
Rev. Martin L. Canup to Wed June 19, 1918.
The marriage of the Rev. Martin Luther Canup, pastor of the English Lutheran Church of the Epiphany, 128th Street and Madison Avenue, and Miss Inez Bollinger, only daughter of Mrs. Bollinger and the late Dr. William D. Bollinger of Lancaster, Penn., will take place in that city on June 19. Miss Bollinger has been engaged in Red Cross and war relief work. The Rev. Mr. Canup is Vice President of the Lutheran Ministers' Association of this city.
1920 Federal Census, Manhattan Assembly District 20, New York, NY
Luther Canup, 40, clergyman
Inez B. Canup, 25
At the time of the 1930 census, Caroline Bollinger is found residing with her daughter, Inez, in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan. She is listed as widowed;
Luther M Canup Head M 51 North Carolina
Inez Canup Wife F 34 Pennsylvania
Billie Canup Son M 8 New York
Caroline Bowlinger Mother-in-law F 70 Pennsylvania
At the time of the 1940 census, the Canup's are found in Ward 1 of Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, but, Caroline Bollinger is not longer found with them;
M Luther Canup Head M 61 North Carolina
Inez Canup Wife F 36 Pennsylvania
William Canup Son M 18 New York
Now to continue with what we know about William D. Bollinger;
At the time of the 1900, William and Caroline reside in Lancaster Ward 6, Lancaster Co., PA
William D. Bollinger, 58, b. Oct 1841, Married 14 years, PA, PA, PA, doctor
Caroline Bollinger, 40, b. Mar 1860, 1 child/1 living, PA, Germany, Germany
Inez Bollinger, 5, b. Sep 1894, PA, PA, PA
On February 21, 1903, William D. Bolliger filed for an Invalid Pension in Pennsylvania and it was approved.
At the time of the 1910 federal census, William and Caroline are still found in Lancaster Ward 6, Lancaster Co., PA
Wm. D. Bollinger, 71, doctor in general practice
Caroline Bollinger, 49, 1 child/1 living
Inez Bollinger, 15
Private William D. Bollinger is known to have died on July 11, 1914 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania and his death certificate states that his mortal remains were laid in Zion Cemetery on July 14, 1914. His will was probated on July 21, 1914. Caroline Bollinger filed for a Widow's Pension on July 27, 1914 in Pennylvania.
The Monday, July 13, 1914 edition of THE MORNING JOURNAL newspaper, of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, carried the following obituary;
"WELL KNOWN PHYSICIAN CALLED BY DEATH
DR. WILLIAM D. BOLLINGER DIED ON SATURDAY - WAS WITH SHERMAN
Dr. William D. Bollinger , a well known homeopathic doctor, died on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock at his home, No. 309 North Lime street, from a complication of diseases, after an illness of several months. He was well known in professional circles of this city, being a graduate of the old school of medicine. He had practiced in this city for the last forty-five years. He was born at Lancaster Landing, Illinois, and graduated at the Lombard University of Galesville (actually Lombard College in Galesburg, Illinois). At the time of his graduation the war broke out. and he enlisted in the army, and served under Sherman. He continued in service until the close of the war, being with Sherman on the famous march through Georgia to the sea. At the close of the war, he served on the medical staff of Hahnemann hospital (in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) for several years. He practiced at the eye hospital in London, England, and also in Germany. He came to Lancaster in 1869 and had been practicing medicine here ever since.
He is survived by his wife, who was Miss Caroline Kiehl before her marriage, and one daughter, Inez, at home. Three brothers also survive, as follows; Dr. Alfred C, of Cleveland; Mark, of St. Louis, and Edwin, of Oklahoma. The deceased was a life long member of Zion Lutheran Church. He is also one of the oldest members of the Lodge, No. 43, F & A. M. The funeral will be held from his late home on Tuesday at 3 o'clock, with private interment in the Zion Lutheran cemetery."
Caroline Bollinger, as seen above, lived with her daughter and son-in-law for some time. Caroline died on __________ __, 1938__ at __________, __________ and her mortal remains were laid beside those of her husband on the Zion Lutheran Cemetery in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
by Baxter B. Fite III, Carol Dorward, of Washington, Illinois and Phil Bollinger, whose email address is [email protected]. Phil is a Step Grandson of Elmer Bollinger, who was son of Marcus Paul Bollinger, who was a brother of William D. Bollinger.
(Baxter would enjoy hearing from anyone, especially descendants of the Bollinger family, who might be able to fill in some of the missing information on Private William D. Bollinger and the Bollinger family. Baxter would also love to get copies of any other pictures that may still exist of William D. Bollinger, especially any showing him in uniform, for his Find A Grave site and for the local Historical Societies.)
(NOTE: William D. Bollinger probably never had his portrait taken prior to the Civil War. However, during the 10 month period that the 86th Illinois was in the Nashville, Tennessee area in 1862-63, William, like most of the Union soldiers in the Nashville area, probably took the time to sit for a portrait to send home to the loved ones that he left behind. These portraits were most often printed in the form of what was called a CDV, a paper picture glued to a heavier card stock about the size of a modern day baseball card, and the soldiers didn't just have one or two copies made. Most of the time, they had a dozen or more made, so they could swap pictures with their tentmates, messmates and for their friends, in the 86th and back home.
William D. Bollinger survived the war and lived well into the 20th century. During his life, William probably had his picture taken dozens of times, if not hundreds of times, one of which we see here. I would dearly love to see a copy of that CDV added to his Find A Grave site for all with an interest to see. I would also be thrilled to see some more pictures of him added to his Find A Grave Memorial, even ones of him as an old man. Can anyone help me? Thanks, Baxter)
Private WILLIAM D. BOLLINGER, Co. I, 86th Illinois
William D. Bollinger was born on October 17, 1836, according to his death certificate, though he was more likely born in 1837 and his tombstone reads 1839. William D. Bollinger was almost certainly born in Peoria County, Illinois, the son of Samuel Fahnestock Bollinger and Catherine/Katherine Bauman. However, his death certificate lists his father as David Bollinger and his mother was a Bauman. William's death certificate states that he was born at what appears to read Lanir Landing, Illinois.
In telling the history of the Glasford/Lancaster area of Peoria County, Col. Allen L. Fahnestock, the last commanding officer of the 86th Illinois, wrote the following. "Samuel F. Bollinger and wife came from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, in 1836, and with my father, Jacob L. Fahnestock, laid off the town of Lancaster. Jacob Fahnestock, a manufacturer of plug tobacco, cigars and snuff, came to Illinois in 1836 from Abbottstown, Pa. With Samuel F. Bollinger, of Canton, he bought 160 acres in Sec.17 and laid off the town of Lancaster. He (Fahnestock) returned to Pennsylvania and the next year brought his family to their new home. Two of Mr. Bollinger's sons (Albert L. & William D.) were in my Co. I, 86th Ill. The old people are all dead. Wm. Bollinger lives in Lancaster, Penn., a homeopathic physician."
At the time of the 1840 census of Peoria County, Samuel Bollinger and his wife are found residing next to Jacob Fahnestock and his wife and family in what is then called the LaMarsh District of Peoria County. Samuel has three sons under the age of 5 at this time.
In the 1850 Federal Census of Peoria County the following is found;
Samuel F. Ballinger, 42, clerk, $4000, PA
Catharine Ballinger, 42, PA
William Ballinger, 12, IL
Albert Ballinger, 11, IL
Alfred Ballinger, 11, IL
Edwin Ballinger, 8, IL
Marcus Ballinger, 2, IL
[Next family in census listing is Allen and Sarah Fahnestock.]
At the time of the 1860 Federal Census the Bollingers are found in Timber Township of Peoria County;
Samuel F. Bollinger, 52, Tailor, Real estate $5,000/personal $1000, PA
Catharine Bollinger, 51, PA
Wm. D. Bollinger, 22, Student, IL
Albert Bollinger, 21, Carriage maker, IL
Alford C. Bollinger, 21, School teacher, IL
Samuel E. Bollinger, 18, IL
Marcus Bollinger, 11, IL
[Next family in listing is Allen Fahnestock; family preceding is Henry Fahnestock.]
Samuel Fahnestock Bollinger was born c. 1808 in Cocalico Twp., Lancaster Co., PA and died in Davenport, Iowa. He was the son of ___________ Bollinger and Hannah (Fahnestock) Bollinger. Catherine Bauman was born c. 1808 in Pennsylvania. Samuel and Catherine were married in the late 1820's or early 1830's and are known to have had at least six children. They are;
1. William D. Bollinger, born October 25, 1837. See his biography below.
2. Albert Lester Bollinger, a twin, born May 14, 1839 in Lancaster Township, Peoria County, Illinois; died on September 11, 1901 in Davenport, Scott County, Iowa, USA; buried in the Oakdale Memorial Gardens in Davenport.
3. Alfred Clarence Bollinger, a twin, born May 14, 1839 in Lancaster Township, Peoria County, Illinois; Alfred is believed to be the Alfred C. Bollinger who died in 1928 and who is buried in the Woodlawn Park North Cemetery and Mausoleum, Miami, Miami-Dade County, Florida, USA.
4. H. Elizabeth Bollinger, born c. March 15, 1840 in Lancaster Township, Peoria County, Illinois; died c. June 25, 1842 at the age of 2 years, 3 months and 10 days in Lancaster Township and her mortal remains were laid in the Lancaster Cemetery in Glasford, Peoria County, Illinois.
5. Samuel Edwin Bollinger, born January 14, 1842 in Peoria County, Illinois; married to Rachel Elizabeth Chenoweth who was born December 11, 1841 in Highland Co., OH and who died on October 11, 1927 in Elverta, Sacramento Co., CA; Samuel died on May 13, 1923 in Elverta, Sacramento Co., CA; Samuel and Rachel are buried in the Union cemetery, Roseville, Placer Co., CA.
6. Marcus Paul Bollinger, born August 10, 1848 in Peoria, Peoria County, Illinois. Marcus was married to Marie Geneviere Hayes (1861 - 1937). Marcus died on November 11, 1925 in the city of St. Louis, Missouri and his mortal remains were laid in the Calvary Cemetery in Saint Louis, Missouri. See his Find A Grave Memorial# 70892812.
About 1866, Samuel and Catherine moved the family to Geneseo, Illinois in Henry County. At the time of the 1870 census, Samuel and Catherine are found in Henry County, Illinois;
Samuel F Bollinger M 62 Pennsylvania
Catherine Bollinger F 62 Pennsylvania
Marcus Bollinger M 22 Illinois
Edwin Bollinger M 8 Illinois
Catherine (Bauman) Bollinger died there in Henry County on July 10, 1872 and her mortal remains were laid in the Oakwood Cemetery in Geneseo, Henry County, Illinois in Block D, Lot 79, Grave 1. Samuel stayed on in Geneseo until the fall of 1873, when he moved to Davenport, Iowa to live with his son Albert Lester Bollinger.
Samuel Fahnestock Bollinger died on Feb. 4, 1874 in the home of his son, Albert Lester Bollinger in Davenport, Iowa. However, his body was returned to Geneseo, Illinois, where it was laid next to those of Catherine to rest in the Oakwood Cemetery in Geneseo, Henry County, Illinois in Block D, Lot 79, Grave 2.
Now to continue with the biography of William D. Bollinger;
On August 1, 1862, William's brother, Albert, was one of the first men to volunteer to serve in a company which was being raised in the Lancaster, Illinois/Timber Township area of Peoria County by a well known business man and Lancaster area merchant, Allen L. Fahnestock. On August 9, 1862, William D. Bollinger also volunteered to serve in this company.
ILLINOIS CIVIL WAR DETAIL REPORT
Name BOLLINGER, WILLIAM D
Rank PVT Company I Unit 86 IL US INF
Personal Characteristics
Residence LANCASTER, PEORIA CO, IL Age 24 Height 5' 9 3/8 Hair DARK
Eyes GRAY Complexion LIGHT Marital Status SINGLE Occupation BLACKSMITH
Nativity LANCASTER, PEORIA CO, IL
Service Record
Joined When AUG 9, 1862 Joined Where LANCASTER, IL
Joined By Whom A L FAHNESTOCK Period 3 YRS
Muster In AUG 27, 1862 Muster In Where PEORIA, IL
Muster In By Whom N/A Muster Out JUN 6, 1865
Muster Out Where WASHINGTON, DC Muster Out By Whom LT SCROGGS
Remarks N/A
When Fahnestock had about 100 volunteers he led his company into Peoria, where they went into camp at Camp Lyon, near present day Glen Oak Park.
Fahnestock was elected Captain of the men of the Timber Township company and on August 27, 1862, Fahnestock, and 96 of the other Timber Township volunteers, including the Bollinger brothers, were mustered in as Company I of the 86th Regiment of Illinois Volunteer Infantry. Albert L. Bollinger was elected by the men of the Lancaster/Timber Township company to serve as their 1st Sergeant.
The men of the 85th & 86th Illinois marched out of the gates of Camp Lyon on September 7, 1862, with much fanfare, through the streets of Peoria down to the railroad depot, where they boarded a train bound for Camp Joe Holt in Jeffersonville, Indiana, across the river from Louisville. Three weeks later the men of the 85th & 86th were in the field in Kentucky as part of Colonel Daniel McCook's Brigade chasing Confederate troops. On October 8, 1862, the men of McCook's Brigade were engaged with those Confederate troops during the Battle of Perryville, Kentucky, suffering their first casualties. There would be many more in the next few years.
After the Battle of Perryville, the Confederate forces withdrew from Kentucky, while the men of McCook's Brigade marched on to Nashville, Tennessee, where they went into winter camp. During the next three years, the Bollinger brothers would serve in Co. I as the men of McCook's Brigade were witness to and participants in numerous battles and skirmishes, some of the bloodiest fighting in the Western Theatre of the war, including the Battles of Chickamauga, Georgia; Resaca, Georgia; Rome, Georgia; Peach Tree Creek, Georgia; Jonesboro, Georgia, Averysboro, North Carolina; and Bentonville, North Carolina, just to name a few. They also participated on General Sherman's famous "March to the Sea". However, sometime during the war, something occurred and 1st Sergeant Albert L. Bollinger was punished and reduced to the ranks as a Private. See Albert L. Bollinger's Find A Grave site for more information about him.
After the war came to a close, the men of McCook's Brigade marched on to Washington City (now D.C.) where they marched down Pennsylvania Avenue on the 2nd day of the Grand Review in May of 1865. On June 6, 1865, the Bollingers were mustered out of the service with the surviving members of the 86th at Washington, D.C. and they soon returned to their homes in Central Illinois.
It now appears, that as soon as he was mustered out of the service, William went back east to Pennsylvania where he attended the Pennsylvania Medical College in __________, Pennsylvania. He may have graduated as early as 1867.
By 1870, Samuel F. Bollinger and his son, Albert, moved to Henry County, Illinois. It is not known where William D. Bollinger was at this time. He may very well have returned to Pennsylvania by 1870. Here is what is found in the 1870 Federal Census, Geneseo, Henry Co., IL;
Albert L. Bollinger, 31, Carriage maker, personal estate $1000, IL
Emma Bollinger, 26, Keeps House, IL
James W. Bollinger, 3, IL
Cora Bollinger, 2, IL
Samuel F. Bollinger, 62, Carriage maker, Real estate $2000, personal $1000, PA
Catherine Bollinger, 62, Keeps house, PA
Marcus Bollinger, 22, clerk in store, IL
Edwin Bollinger, 8, IL
[I have been unsuccessful in locating Wm. D. in the 1870 federal census.]
At the time of the 1880 federal census, William is found residing in Lancaster Township, Lancaster Co., PA
Susan Wilhelm, 38
William Bollinger, 40, boarder, doctor, PA, PA, PA
Daniel Okeson, 66
On April 15, 1886, William D. Bollinger was married to Caroline "Carrie" Kiehl/Keil. Caroline was born on March __, 1860 in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Caroline was almost certainly the daughter of George A. Kiehl and Elizabeth (__________) Kiehl. At the time of the 1860 census, George Kiehl is found in N E Ward City of Lancaster, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania;
George A Keahl M 26 Hesse Germany
Elizabeth Keahl F 20 Hesse Germany
Ann E Keahl F 2/12 Mar/Apr 1860 Pennsylvania
At the time of the 1870 census, the Kiehl family is found in Ward 3 of the city of Lancaster, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania;
George A Kiehl M 36 Hesse Darmstadt
Elizabeth Kiehl F 29 Hesse Darmstadt
Caroline Kiehl F 10 Pennsylvania
Elizabeth Kiehl F 8 Pennsylvania
William Kiehl M 6 Pennsylvania
Sarah Kiehl F 4 Pennsylvania
John L Kiehl M 1 Pennsylvania
George Small M 20 Hesse Darmstadt
At the time of the 1880 census, the Kiehls are found in Lancaster, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania;
Geo A Kiehl Self M 46 Germany
Elizabeth Kiehl Wife F 40 Germany
Carrie Kiehl Daughter F 20 Pennsylvania
Lizzie Kiehl Daughter F 19 Pennsylvania
Geo W Kiehl Son M 16 Pennsylvania
Salome Kiehl Daughter F 15 Pennsylvania
John L Kiehl Son M 11 Pennsylvania
Chas A Kiehl Son M 8 Pennsylvania
Henry Kiehl Son M 5 Pennsylvania
Edwin H Kiehl Son M 3 Pennsylvania
Mary I Kiehl Daughter F 1 Pennsylvania
Katherine Elizabeth (___________) Kiehl died in 1899, while George A. Kiehl died in 1906. Their mortal remains were laid in the Woodward Hill Cemetery in Lancaster, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. See his Find A Grave Memorial# 35779889.
One daughter is known to have been born to William D. Bollinger and Caroline (Kiehl) Bollinger. She is;
1. Inez Bollinger, born September __, 1894 in __________, Pennsylvania; Inez was married to Martin Luther Canup in 19__. Martin Luther Canup was born on March 10, 1879. Inez and Martin were the parents of one son;
A. William Caleb Canup, born 19 Oct 1921 in New York, New York County (Manhattan), New York. William served as a 2nd Lieutuenant in the 446th Bomb Group during WWII, serving as a Navigator on a B-24 Liberator. His plane was shot down during the war and spent the last few months of the war in Europe as a POW. William died on 5 Nov 2009 and his mortal remains were laid in Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Arlington County, Virginia. See his Find A Grave Memorial #121756953.
Undated record of marriage:
Rev. Martin L. Canup to Wed June 19, 1918.
The marriage of the Rev. Martin Luther Canup, pastor of the English Lutheran Church of the Epiphany, 128th Street and Madison Avenue, and Miss Inez Bollinger, only daughter of Mrs. Bollinger and the late Dr. William D. Bollinger of Lancaster, Penn., will take place in that city on June 19. Miss Bollinger has been engaged in Red Cross and war relief work. The Rev. Mr. Canup is Vice President of the Lutheran Ministers' Association of this city.
1920 Federal Census, Manhattan Assembly District 20, New York, NY
Luther Canup, 40, clergyman
Inez B. Canup, 25
At the time of the 1930 census, Caroline Bollinger is found residing with her daughter, Inez, in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan. She is listed as widowed;
Luther M Canup Head M 51 North Carolina
Inez Canup Wife F 34 Pennsylvania
Billie Canup Son M 8 New York
Caroline Bowlinger Mother-in-law F 70 Pennsylvania
At the time of the 1940 census, the Canup's are found in Ward 1 of Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, but, Caroline Bollinger is not longer found with them;
M Luther Canup Head M 61 North Carolina
Inez Canup Wife F 36 Pennsylvania
William Canup Son M 18 New York
Now to continue with what we know about William D. Bollinger;
At the time of the 1900, William and Caroline reside in Lancaster Ward 6, Lancaster Co., PA
William D. Bollinger, 58, b. Oct 1841, Married 14 years, PA, PA, PA, doctor
Caroline Bollinger, 40, b. Mar 1860, 1 child/1 living, PA, Germany, Germany
Inez Bollinger, 5, b. Sep 1894, PA, PA, PA
On February 21, 1903, William D. Bolliger filed for an Invalid Pension in Pennsylvania and it was approved.
At the time of the 1910 federal census, William and Caroline are still found in Lancaster Ward 6, Lancaster Co., PA
Wm. D. Bollinger, 71, doctor in general practice
Caroline Bollinger, 49, 1 child/1 living
Inez Bollinger, 15
Private William D. Bollinger is known to have died on July 11, 1914 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania and his death certificate states that his mortal remains were laid in Zion Cemetery on July 14, 1914. His will was probated on July 21, 1914. Caroline Bollinger filed for a Widow's Pension on July 27, 1914 in Pennylvania.
The Monday, July 13, 1914 edition of THE MORNING JOURNAL newspaper, of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, carried the following obituary;
"WELL KNOWN PHYSICIAN CALLED BY DEATH
DR. WILLIAM D. BOLLINGER DIED ON SATURDAY - WAS WITH SHERMAN
Dr. William D. Bollinger , a well known homeopathic doctor, died on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock at his home, No. 309 North Lime street, from a complication of diseases, after an illness of several months. He was well known in professional circles of this city, being a graduate of the old school of medicine. He had practiced in this city for the last forty-five years. He was born at Lancaster Landing, Illinois, and graduated at the Lombard University of Galesville (actually Lombard College in Galesburg, Illinois). At the time of his graduation the war broke out. and he enlisted in the army, and served under Sherman. He continued in service until the close of the war, being with Sherman on the famous march through Georgia to the sea. At the close of the war, he served on the medical staff of Hahnemann hospital (in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) for several years. He practiced at the eye hospital in London, England, and also in Germany. He came to Lancaster in 1869 and had been practicing medicine here ever since.
He is survived by his wife, who was Miss Caroline Kiehl before her marriage, and one daughter, Inez, at home. Three brothers also survive, as follows; Dr. Alfred C, of Cleveland; Mark, of St. Louis, and Edwin, of Oklahoma. The deceased was a life long member of Zion Lutheran Church. He is also one of the oldest members of the Lodge, No. 43, F & A. M. The funeral will be held from his late home on Tuesday at 3 o'clock, with private interment in the Zion Lutheran cemetery."
Caroline Bollinger, as seen above, lived with her daughter and son-in-law for some time. Caroline died on __________ __, 1938__ at __________, __________ and her mortal remains were laid beside those of her husband on the Zion Lutheran Cemetery in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
by Baxter B. Fite III, Carol Dorward, of Washington, Illinois and Phil Bollinger, whose email address is [email protected]. Phil is a Step Grandson of Elmer Bollinger, who was son of Marcus Paul Bollinger, who was a brother of William D. Bollinger.
(Baxter would enjoy hearing from anyone, especially descendants of the Bollinger family, who might be able to fill in some of the missing information on Private William D. Bollinger and the Bollinger family. Baxter would also love to get copies of any other pictures that may still exist of William D. Bollinger, especially any showing him in uniform, for his Find A Grave site and for the local Historical Societies.)
William D. Bollinger survived the war and lived well into the 20th century. During his life, William probably had his picture taken dozens of times, if not hundreds of times, one of which we see here. I would dearly love to see a copy of that CDV added to his Find A Grave site for all with an interest to see. I would also be thrilled to see some more pictures of him added to his Find A Grave Memorial, even ones of him as an old man. Can anyone help me? Thanks, Baxter)
Private WILLIAM D. BOLLINGER, Co. I, 86th Illinois
William D. Bollinger was born on October 17, 1836, according to his death certificate, though he was more likely born in 1837 and his tombstone reads 1839. William D. Bollinger was almost certainly born in Peoria County, Illinois, the son of Samuel Fahnestock Bollinger and Catherine/Katherine Bauman. However, his death certificate lists his father as David Bollinger and his mother was a Bauman. William's death certificate states that he was born at what appears to read Lanir Landing, Illinois.
In telling the history of the Glasford/Lancaster area of Peoria County, Col. Allen L. Fahnestock, the last commanding officer of the 86th Illinois, wrote the following. "Samuel F. Bollinger and wife came from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, in 1836, and with my father, Jacob L. Fahnestock, laid off the town of Lancaster. Jacob Fahnestock, a manufacturer of plug tobacco, cigars and snuff, came to Illinois in 1836 from Abbottstown, Pa. With Samuel F. Bollinger, of Canton, he bought 160 acres in Sec.17 and laid off the town of Lancaster. He (Fahnestock) returned to Pennsylvania and the next year brought his family to their new home. Two of Mr. Bollinger's sons (Albert L. & William D.) were in my Co. I, 86th Ill. The old people are all dead. Wm. Bollinger lives in Lancaster, Penn., a homeopathic physician."
At the time of the 1840 census of Peoria County, Samuel Bollinger and his wife are found residing next to Jacob Fahnestock and his wife and family in what is then called the LaMarsh District of Peoria County. Samuel has three sons under the age of 5 at this time.
In the 1850 Federal Census of Peoria County the following is found;
Samuel F. Ballinger, 42, clerk, $4000, PA
Catharine Ballinger, 42, PA
William Ballinger, 12, IL
Albert Ballinger, 11, IL
Alfred Ballinger, 11, IL
Edwin Ballinger, 8, IL
Marcus Ballinger, 2, IL
[Next family in census listing is Allen and Sarah Fahnestock.]
At the time of the 1860 Federal Census the Bollingers are found in Timber Township of Peoria County;
Samuel F. Bollinger, 52, Tailor, Real estate $5,000/personal $1000, PA
Catharine Bollinger, 51, PA
Wm. D. Bollinger, 22, Student, IL
Albert Bollinger, 21, Carriage maker, IL
Alford C. Bollinger, 21, School teacher, IL
Samuel E. Bollinger, 18, IL
Marcus Bollinger, 11, IL
[Next family in listing is Allen Fahnestock; family preceding is Henry Fahnestock.]
Samuel Fahnestock Bollinger was born c. 1808 in Cocalico Twp., Lancaster Co., PA and died in Davenport, Iowa. He was the son of ___________ Bollinger and Hannah (Fahnestock) Bollinger. Catherine Bauman was born c. 1808 in Pennsylvania. Samuel and Catherine were married in the late 1820's or early 1830's and are known to have had at least six children. They are;
1. William D. Bollinger, born October 25, 1837. See his biography below.
2. Albert Lester Bollinger, a twin, born May 14, 1839 in Lancaster Township, Peoria County, Illinois; died on September 11, 1901 in Davenport, Scott County, Iowa, USA; buried in the Oakdale Memorial Gardens in Davenport.
3. Alfred Clarence Bollinger, a twin, born May 14, 1839 in Lancaster Township, Peoria County, Illinois; Alfred is believed to be the Alfred C. Bollinger who died in 1928 and who is buried in the Woodlawn Park North Cemetery and Mausoleum, Miami, Miami-Dade County, Florida, USA.
4. H. Elizabeth Bollinger, born c. March 15, 1840 in Lancaster Township, Peoria County, Illinois; died c. June 25, 1842 at the age of 2 years, 3 months and 10 days in Lancaster Township and her mortal remains were laid in the Lancaster Cemetery in Glasford, Peoria County, Illinois.
5. Samuel Edwin Bollinger, born January 14, 1842 in Peoria County, Illinois; married to Rachel Elizabeth Chenoweth who was born December 11, 1841 in Highland Co., OH and who died on October 11, 1927 in Elverta, Sacramento Co., CA; Samuel died on May 13, 1923 in Elverta, Sacramento Co., CA; Samuel and Rachel are buried in the Union cemetery, Roseville, Placer Co., CA.
6. Marcus Paul Bollinger, born August 10, 1848 in Peoria, Peoria County, Illinois. Marcus was married to Marie Geneviere Hayes (1861 - 1937). Marcus died on November 11, 1925 in the city of St. Louis, Missouri and his mortal remains were laid in the Calvary Cemetery in Saint Louis, Missouri. See his Find A Grave Memorial# 70892812.
About 1866, Samuel and Catherine moved the family to Geneseo, Illinois in Henry County. At the time of the 1870 census, Samuel and Catherine are found in Henry County, Illinois;
Samuel F Bollinger M 62 Pennsylvania
Catherine Bollinger F 62 Pennsylvania
Marcus Bollinger M 22 Illinois
Edwin Bollinger M 8 Illinois
Catherine (Bauman) Bollinger died there in Henry County on July 10, 1872 and her mortal remains were laid in the Oakwood Cemetery in Geneseo, Henry County, Illinois in Block D, Lot 79, Grave 1. Samuel stayed on in Geneseo until the fall of 1873, when he moved to Davenport, Iowa to live with his son Albert Lester Bollinger.
Samuel Fahnestock Bollinger died on Feb. 4, 1874 in the home of his son, Albert Lester Bollinger in Davenport, Iowa. However, his body was returned to Geneseo, Illinois, where it was laid next to those of Catherine to rest in the Oakwood Cemetery in Geneseo, Henry County, Illinois in Block D, Lot 79, Grave 2.
Now to continue with the biography of William D. Bollinger;
On August 1, 1862, William's brother, Albert, was one of the first men to volunteer to serve in a company which was being raised in the Lancaster, Illinois/Timber Township area of Peoria County by a well known business man and Lancaster area merchant, Allen L. Fahnestock. On August 9, 1862, William D. Bollinger also volunteered to serve in this company.
ILLINOIS CIVIL WAR DETAIL REPORT
Name BOLLINGER, WILLIAM D
Rank PVT Company I Unit 86 IL US INF
Personal Characteristics
Residence LANCASTER, PEORIA CO, IL Age 24 Height 5' 9 3/8 Hair DARK
Eyes GRAY Complexion LIGHT Marital Status SINGLE Occupation BLACKSMITH
Nativity LANCASTER, PEORIA CO, IL
Service Record
Joined When AUG 9, 1862 Joined Where LANCASTER, IL
Joined By Whom A L FAHNESTOCK Period 3 YRS
Muster In AUG 27, 1862 Muster In Where PEORIA, IL
Muster In By Whom N/A Muster Out JUN 6, 1865
Muster Out Where WASHINGTON, DC Muster Out By Whom LT SCROGGS
Remarks N/A
When Fahnestock had about 100 volunteers he led his company into Peoria, where they went into camp at Camp Lyon, near present day Glen Oak Park.
Fahnestock was elected Captain of the men of the Timber Township company and on August 27, 1862, Fahnestock, and 96 of the other Timber Township volunteers, including the Bollinger brothers, were mustered in as Company I of the 86th Regiment of Illinois Volunteer Infantry. Albert L. Bollinger was elected by the men of the Lancaster/Timber Township company to serve as their 1st Sergeant.
The men of the 85th & 86th Illinois marched out of the gates of Camp Lyon on September 7, 1862, with much fanfare, through the streets of Peoria down to the railroad depot, where they boarded a train bound for Camp Joe Holt in Jeffersonville, Indiana, across the river from Louisville. Three weeks later the men of the 85th & 86th were in the field in Kentucky as part of Colonel Daniel McCook's Brigade chasing Confederate troops. On October 8, 1862, the men of McCook's Brigade were engaged with those Confederate troops during the Battle of Perryville, Kentucky, suffering their first casualties. There would be many more in the next few years.
After the Battle of Perryville, the Confederate forces withdrew from Kentucky, while the men of McCook's Brigade marched on to Nashville, Tennessee, where they went into winter camp. During the next three years, the Bollinger brothers would serve in Co. I as the men of McCook's Brigade were witness to and participants in numerous battles and skirmishes, some of the bloodiest fighting in the Western Theatre of the war, including the Battles of Chickamauga, Georgia; Resaca, Georgia; Rome, Georgia; Peach Tree Creek, Georgia; Jonesboro, Georgia, Averysboro, North Carolina; and Bentonville, North Carolina, just to name a few. They also participated on General Sherman's famous "March to the Sea". However, sometime during the war, something occurred and 1st Sergeant Albert L. Bollinger was punished and reduced to the ranks as a Private. See Albert L. Bollinger's Find A Grave site for more information about him.
After the war came to a close, the men of McCook's Brigade marched on to Washington City (now D.C.) where they marched down Pennsylvania Avenue on the 2nd day of the Grand Review in May of 1865. On June 6, 1865, the Bollingers were mustered out of the service with the surviving members of the 86th at Washington, D.C. and they soon returned to their homes in Central Illinois.
It now appears, that as soon as he was mustered out of the service, William went back east to Pennsylvania where he attended the Pennsylvania Medical College in __________, Pennsylvania. He may have graduated as early as 1867.
By 1870, Samuel F. Bollinger and his son, Albert, moved to Henry County, Illinois. It is not known where William D. Bollinger was at this time. He may very well have returned to Pennsylvania by 1870. Here is what is found in the 1870 Federal Census, Geneseo, Henry Co., IL;
Albert L. Bollinger, 31, Carriage maker, personal estate $1000, IL
Emma Bollinger, 26, Keeps House, IL
James W. Bollinger, 3, IL
Cora Bollinger, 2, IL
Samuel F. Bollinger, 62, Carriage maker, Real estate $2000, personal $1000, PA
Catherine Bollinger, 62, Keeps house, PA
Marcus Bollinger, 22, clerk in store, IL
Edwin Bollinger, 8, IL
[I have been unsuccessful in locating Wm. D. in the 1870 federal census.]
At the time of the 1880 federal census, William is found residing in Lancaster Township, Lancaster Co., PA
Susan Wilhelm, 38
William Bollinger, 40, boarder, doctor, PA, PA, PA
Daniel Okeson, 66
On April 15, 1886, William D. Bollinger was married to Caroline "Carrie" Kiehl/Keil. Caroline was born on March __, 1860 in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Caroline was almost certainly the daughter of George A. Kiehl and Elizabeth (__________) Kiehl. At the time of the 1860 census, George Kiehl is found in N E Ward City of Lancaster, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania;
George A Keahl M 26 Hesse Germany
Elizabeth Keahl F 20 Hesse Germany
Ann E Keahl F 2/12 Mar/Apr 1860 Pennsylvania
At the time of the 1870 census, the Kiehl family is found in Ward 3 of the city of Lancaster, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania;
George A Kiehl M 36 Hesse Darmstadt
Elizabeth Kiehl F 29 Hesse Darmstadt
Caroline Kiehl F 10 Pennsylvania
Elizabeth Kiehl F 8 Pennsylvania
William Kiehl M 6 Pennsylvania
Sarah Kiehl F 4 Pennsylvania
John L Kiehl M 1 Pennsylvania
George Small M 20 Hesse Darmstadt
At the time of the 1880 census, the Kiehls are found in Lancaster, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania;
Geo A Kiehl Self M 46 Germany
Elizabeth Kiehl Wife F 40 Germany
Carrie Kiehl Daughter F 20 Pennsylvania
Lizzie Kiehl Daughter F 19 Pennsylvania
Geo W Kiehl Son M 16 Pennsylvania
Salome Kiehl Daughter F 15 Pennsylvania
John L Kiehl Son M 11 Pennsylvania
Chas A Kiehl Son M 8 Pennsylvania
Henry Kiehl Son M 5 Pennsylvania
Edwin H Kiehl Son M 3 Pennsylvania
Mary I Kiehl Daughter F 1 Pennsylvania
Katherine Elizabeth (___________) Kiehl died in 1899, while George A. Kiehl died in 1906. Their mortal remains were laid in the Woodward Hill Cemetery in Lancaster, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. See his Find A Grave Memorial# 35779889.
One daughter is known to have been born to William D. Bollinger and Caroline (Kiehl) Bollinger. She is;
1. Inez Bollinger, born September __, 1894 in __________, Pennsylvania; Inez was married to Martin Luther Canup in 19__. Martin Luther Canup was born on March 10, 1879. Inez and Martin were the parents of one son;
A. William Caleb Canup, born 19 Oct 1921 in New York, New York County (Manhattan), New York. William served as a 2nd Lieutuenant in the 446th Bomb Group during WWII, serving as a Navigator on a B-24 Liberator. His plane was shot down during the war and spent the last few months of the war in Europe as a POW. William died on 5 Nov 2009 and his mortal remains were laid in Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Arlington County, Virginia. See his Find A Grave Memorial #121756953.
Undated record of marriage:
Rev. Martin L. Canup to Wed June 19, 1918.
The marriage of the Rev. Martin Luther Canup, pastor of the English Lutheran Church of the Epiphany, 128th Street and Madison Avenue, and Miss Inez Bollinger, only daughter of Mrs. Bollinger and the late Dr. William D. Bollinger of Lancaster, Penn., will take place in that city on June 19. Miss Bollinger has been engaged in Red Cross and war relief work. The Rev. Mr. Canup is Vice President of the Lutheran Ministers' Association of this city.
1920 Federal Census, Manhattan Assembly District 20, New York, NY
Luther Canup, 40, clergyman
Inez B. Canup, 25
At the time of the 1930 census, Caroline Bollinger is found residing with her daughter, Inez, in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan. She is listed as widowed;
Luther M Canup Head M 51 North Carolina
Inez Canup Wife F 34 Pennsylvania
Billie Canup Son M 8 New York
Caroline Bowlinger Mother-in-law F 70 Pennsylvania
At the time of the 1940 census, the Canup's are found in Ward 1 of Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, but, Caroline Bollinger is not longer found with them;
M Luther Canup Head M 61 North Carolina
Inez Canup Wife F 36 Pennsylvania
William Canup Son M 18 New York
Now to continue with what we know about William D. Bollinger;
At the time of the 1900, William and Caroline reside in Lancaster Ward 6, Lancaster Co., PA
William D. Bollinger, 58, b. Oct 1841, Married 14 years, PA, PA, PA, doctor
Caroline Bollinger, 40, b. Mar 1860, 1 child/1 living, PA, Germany, Germany
Inez Bollinger, 5, b. Sep 1894, PA, PA, PA
On February 21, 1903, William D. Bolliger filed for an Invalid Pension in Pennsylvania and it was approved.
At the time of the 1910 federal census, William and Caroline are still found in Lancaster Ward 6, Lancaster Co., PA
Wm. D. Bollinger, 71, doctor in general practice
Caroline Bollinger, 49, 1 child/1 living
Inez Bollinger, 15
Private William D. Bollinger is known to have died on July 11, 1914 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania and his death certificate states that his mortal remains were laid in Zion Cemetery on July 14, 1914. His will was probated on July 21, 1914. Caroline Bollinger filed for a Widow's Pension on July 27, 1914 in Pennylvania.
The Monday, July 13, 1914 edition of THE MORNING JOURNAL newspaper, of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, carried the following obituary;
"WELL KNOWN PHYSICIAN CALLED BY DEATH
DR. WILLIAM D. BOLLINGER DIED ON SATURDAY - WAS WITH SHERMAN
Dr. William D. Bollinger , a well known homeopathic doctor, died on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock at his home, No. 309 North Lime street, from a complication of diseases, after an illness of several months. He was well known in professional circles of this city, being a graduate of the old school of medicine. He had practiced in this city for the last forty-five years. He was born at Lancaster Landing, Illinois, and graduated at the Lombard University of Galesville (actually Lombard College in Galesburg, Illinois). At the time of his graduation the war broke out. and he enlisted in the army, and served under Sherman. He continued in service until the close of the war, being with Sherman on the famous march through Georgia to the sea. At the close of the war, he served on the medical staff of Hahnemann hospital (in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) for several years. He practiced at the eye hospital in London, England, and also in Germany. He came to Lancaster in 1869 and had been practicing medicine here ever since.
He is survived by his wife, who was Miss Caroline Kiehl before her marriage, and one daughter, Inez, at home. Three brothers also survive, as follows; Dr. Alfred C, of Cleveland; Mark, of St. Louis, and Edwin, of Oklahoma. The deceased was a life long member of Zion Lutheran Church. He is also one of the oldest members of the Lodge, No. 43, F & A. M. The funeral will be held from his late home on Tuesday at 3 o'clock, with private interment in the Zion Lutheran cemetery."
Caroline Bollinger, as seen above, lived with her daughter and son-in-law for some time. Caroline died on __________ __, 1938__ at __________, __________ and her mortal remains were laid beside those of her husband on the Zion Lutheran Cemetery in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
by Baxter B. Fite III, Carol Dorward, of Washington, Illinois and Phil Bollinger, whose email address is [email protected]. Phil is a Step Grandson of Elmer Bollinger, who was son of Marcus Paul Bollinger, who was a brother of William D. Bollinger.
(Baxter would enjoy hearing from anyone, especially descendants of the Bollinger family, who might be able to fill in some of the missing information on Private William D. Bollinger and the Bollinger family. Baxter would also love to get copies of any other pictures that may still exist of William D. Bollinger, especially any showing him in uniform, for his Find A Grave site and for the local Historical Societies.)
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