Johannes George WIESER
1758 - 1809 (~ 50 years)1. Johannes George WIESER was born Nov 1758, Maxatawny Township, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died Oct 1809, Greenwich Twp, Berks Co, Pa. Other Events:
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01
- More Info: 14 Aug 1799, Berks County, Pennsylvania, USA; The will of Elizabeth Kremer: KREMER, ELIZABETH, Greenwich. August 14, 1799 - March 9, 1802. To Christopher KREMER with whom I at present live all estate. Exrs: Christopher KREMER. Wits: John WISSER and Leonard SCHLOUGH. http://berks.pa-roots.com/wills/Abstracts1801-1805.html The dates represent the date that the will was written and the date the will was proved.
- Weiser Families In America Vol 1: 1997, Page 1731; GW3 - This publication lists his birth as Nov 1758
Johannes married Elizabeth KOHLER 1780. Elizabeth (daughter of Johannes Hans KOHLER and Ana Maria HOFFA) was born 19 Jul 1764, Greenwich, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died 22 Mar 1844, Whitehall, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, United States; was buried , Union-West End Cemetery, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 2. John WISSER was born About 1787.
- 3. Maria Elizabeth WISSER was born Abt 1790; died Abt 1874.
- 4. Maria WISSER was born Abt 1788, Greenwich, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died Before 1821, Windsor Twp, Berks Co., PA..
- 5. Susanna WIESER was born 4 May 1792, Greenwich, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died 15 May 1862, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; was buried , Union-West End Cemetery, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 6. Catharine WISSER was born Abt 1794; died Bef. Nov 1821.
- 7. Jacob WISSER was born 25 Dec1795, Grimsville, Berks, PA; died 03 Mar 1886, Fullerton, Lehigh, PA; was buried , Jordan Lutheran Cemetary.
- 8. Sarah Saloma (Sally) WISSER was born 11 Nov 1799, Greenwich, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died 12 Aug 1875, Greenwich Twp, Berks Co, Pa; was buried , Grimsville Cem, Greenwich Twp, Berks Co, Pa.
- 9. Jonathan WIESER was born 18 Oct 1797, Greenwich, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died 13 Apr 1884, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; was buried , Linden Street Cemetery - Also known as: Allentown Cemetery, Old Allentown Cemetery.
- 10. Rebecca WISSER was born About 1802; died About 1841.
- 11. Daniel WISSER was born 21 Dec 1803, Greenwich, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died 12 Feb 1895, South Whitehall, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, United States.
- 12. Lydia WISSER was born 28 Mar 1807, Greenwich, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died 6 Jul 1881, Berks County, Pennsylvania, USA.
Generation: 2
2. John WISSER (1.Johannes1) was born About 1787. Other Events:
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01
3. Maria Elizabeth WISSER (1.Johannes1) was born Abt 1790; died Abt 1874. Other Events:
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01
Notes:
Zettelmoyer, Maria
Zettelmoyer -- In Greenwich, October 23d, Maria Zettelmoyer, aged 84 years, 8 months and 29 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, November 14, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]Maria married George Michael ZETTLEMEYER 29 Jan 1811, Berks County, Pennsylvania, USA. George was born 29 Sep 1784, Berks County, Pennsylvania, USA; died 6 Jul 1859, Windsor, Berks County, Pennsylvania, USA. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 13. Salome ZETTLEMEYER was born 1812, Windsor Twp., Berks Co., PA.
- 14. Maria ZETTLEMEYER was born 7 Nov 1813, Windsor Twp., Berks Co., PA; died 17 Apr 1814, Windsor Twp., Berks Co., PA.
- 15. Samuel ZETTLEMEYER was born 1817, Berks County, Pennsylvania, USA; died 9 May 1900, Sunbury, Northumberland Co., PA.
- 16. Benjamin ZETTLEMEYER was born 30 Nov 1818, Greenwich, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died 9 May 1900, Sunbury, Northumberland Co., PA.
- 17. Daniel ZETTLEMEYER was born 2 Sep 1821, Greenwich, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died 22 Apr 1855.
- 18. George ZETTLEMEYER, Jr. was born 15 May 1825, Berks County, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 19. Baby ZETTLEMEYER was born Abt 1828, Berks County, Pennsylvania, USA; died Abt 1828, Greenwich Twp, Berks Co, Pa.
4. Maria WISSER (1.Johannes1) was born Abt 1788, Greenwich, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died Before 1821, Windsor Twp, Berks Co., PA.. Other Events:
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01
Maria married George ZIEGER Berks County, Pennsylvania, USA. [Group Sheet]
5. Susanna WIESER (1.Johannes1) was born 4 May 1792, Greenwich, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died 15 May 1862, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; was buried , Union-West End Cemetery, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA. Other Events:
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01
Susanna married John Jacob LOWRY 14 Feb 1814, Greenwich, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA. John was born 18 Sep 1789; died 23 Jul 1854; was buried , Union-West End Cemetery, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA. [Group Sheet]
Children:
6. Catharine WISSER (1.Johannes1) was born Abt 1794; died Bef. Nov 1821. Other Events:
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01
7. Jacob WISSER (1.Johannes1) was born 25 Dec1795, Grimsville, Berks, PA; died 03 Mar 1886, Fullerton, Lehigh, PA; was buried , Jordan Lutheran Cemetary. Other Events:
- Occupation: Stone mason (see notes for more detail)
- Residence: South Whitehall, Lehigh, Pennsylvania
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01
- VetWarOf1812: 1 Sep 1814, Kutztown, Pennsylvania; Information given on the War of 1828 Pension record for Jacob Wisser
- VetWarOf1812: 1 Sep 1814, Kutztown, Pennsylvania; Information given on the War of 1828 Pension record for Jacob Wisser
- Residence: 1860, South Whitehall, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, United States; Age in 1860: 64
- Residence: 1870, South Whitehall, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, United States; Age in 1870: 74
- Residence: 1880, Whitehall, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, United States; Age: 84Marital Status: Married; Relation to Head of House: Father
- 1880 Census: Jun 1880, South Whitehall Township, PA; Age 84 - on 1880 census.
- Weiser Families In America Vol 1: 1997, Page 1753; GW36 - This book lists his birth date as 25 Feb 1796. I believe this may be a baptism date.
Notes:
Jacob Wisser, a son of Daniel Wisser, was a stone mason employing from eight to ten men. The greater part of his life he lived at Crackersport. The latter part of his life he lived with his son Lewis at Fullerton, where he died aged
ninety-one years.
HENRY DAVIDHEISER
by Ronny O. Bodine
28 September 2013
HENRY DAVIDHEISER was born 1759-1761, being aged 60 on 2 Dec 1820, 69 on Dec 1828 and 79 in Dec 1838; died 19 Aug 1838 in Greenwich Township, Berks County.
Henry Davidheiser served as a Private in the 4th Pennsylvania Regiment commanded by Colonel Butler during the Revolutionary War. He submitted two declarations, one on 2 Dec 1820 when aged 60 and another on 8 Dec 1828 when aged 69 as a resident of Alsace Township in Berks County. He stated he enlisted in May 1778 in Berks County in a company commanded by Captain Robert Connely in the Fourth Pennsylvania Regiment commanded by Colonel Butler and that at the expiration of his service he was honorably discharged at Carlisle. His application was approved. He died 19 Aug 1838 leaving a will.
His death was reported in The Reading Adler of 28 Aug 1838: Heinrich Davidsheiser, a soldier of the RW, died on 19 Aug 1838, aged 79, in Greenwich Twp., Berks County.
The will of Henry Devitshiser of Greenwich Township, Berks County, was written 11 Dec 1837 and proved 10 Sept 1838. Therein was named only his widow, Elizabeth, who was also appointed the executor. (Berks County Wills, vol. 8, p. 72)
On 10 April 1844, his widow, Elizabeth Davidheiser, aged 73, applied for a widow?s pension. To prove her case evidence was provided showing she had married Henry Davidheiser on 28 April 1789 in Reading, Berks County and that her name before marriage was ELIZABETH MAURER. On 9 Oct 1850, now residing with her son Solomon in South Whitehall Township, Lehigh County, Elizabeth Davidheiser, now blind, appeared before the Lehigh County Court in the company of her son Solomon to clear up a matter regarding her widow?s pension.
In 1850, Elizabeth Davidheiser lived with her son Solomon and his family in South Whitehall Township. The family was recorded under the name HISER and consisted of Solomon 40, his wife Lydia 41, 4 children and his mother Elizabeth, 79.
The German will of Elizabeth Davidheiser of Greenwich Township, Berks County was written 15 May 1846 and named her sons Heinrich, John, Jacob, Solomon, and Samuel and daughters Anna, wife of Jacob Wisser and Elizabeth. Peter Klein was appointed executor. On 17 Sept 1851 an inventory was submitted that included a bond from Jacob Wisser dated 12 April 1845 for $275. On 13 April 1852, Solomon Davidheiser submitted an accounting of the estate and noted the bond from Jacob Wisser had not yet been collected. (Lehigh County Register of Wills, File no. 2343) - See more at: http://wisserfamily.com/tng/getperson.php?personID=I146&tree=wisser01#sthash.qDGmO3TT.dpufJacob — Annie DAVIDHEISER. Annie (daughter of Henry DAVIDHEISER and Elizabeth MAURER) was born 3 Sep 1806, Pennsylvania; died 4 Mar 1886; was buried , Jordan Lutheran Cemetary, Allentown, Lehigh, PA, USA. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 22. Joshua WISSER was born 1 May 1825, Greenwhich Township, Berks County, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 23. Julianna WISSER was born 29 Aug 1826, Greenwhich Township, Berks County, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 24. Solomon WISSER was born 14 Aug 1828, Pennsylvania, USA; died 24 May 1912, Upper Macungie Township, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; was buried , Jordan Lutheran Cemetary.
- 25. Jesse WISSER was born 11 Nov 1829, Upper Macungie Township, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; died 2 Mar 1911, South Whitehall Township, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; was buried , Jordan Lutheran Cemetary.
- 26. Abraham WISSER was born Abt 1833.
- 27. Deborah WISSER was born Feb 1834, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 28. Mary Emma WISSER was born 20 Apr 1836; died 15 Oct 1868.
- 29. Hezekiah WISSER was born 30 Jan 1841, Crackersport; died 25 Oct 1924, Longswamp, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; was buried 26 Oct 1924, Owned Section 1 lot 2 @ Ziegles Church in Weisenberg Township, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania.
- 30. Sarah WISSER was born Abt 1841; died Yes, date unknown.
- 31. Emanuel WISSER was born 07 May 1843, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; died 22 Sep 1923, Guthsville, Lehigh, PA; was buried , Jordan United Church of Christ (formerly Jordan Reformed Church), Walberts, South Whitehall Twp., Lehigh County, Pa.
- 32. William WISSER was born Aug 1846, Fullerton; died 8 Dec 1904.
- 33. Lewis WISSER was born 3 Jan 1849, Pennsylvania, USA; died 7 Jan 1934, Whitehall, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, United States.
8. Sarah Saloma (Sally) WISSER (1.Johannes1) was born 11 Nov 1799, Greenwich, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died 12 Aug 1875, Greenwich Twp, Berks Co, Pa; was buried , Grimsville Cem, Greenwich Twp, Berks Co, Pa. Other Events:
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01
Sarah married Jacob ALTENDERFER 1827. Jacob (son of Mr) was born 1 Nov 1799, Pennsylvania, USA; died 21 Jul 1874, Berks County, Pennsylvania, USA; was buried , New Bethel Zion Cemetary. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 34. Jacob Jonas ALTENDERFER was born 31 Jul 1826, Greenwich, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died 23 Jam1912, Krumsville, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 35. Anna Maria ALTENDERFER was born 14 May 1829, Greenwich, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died 29 Mar 1907, Kutztown, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 36. Sarah ALTENDERFER was born 1 Aug 1833, Greenwich, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died 26 Apr 1923, Attica, Marion, Iowa, USA.
- 37. Catherine ALTENDERFER was born 20 Feb 1839, Greenwich, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died 26 Feb 1923, Attica, Marion, Iowa, USA.
- 38. John Jonas ALTENDERFER was born Jul 1844, Greenwich, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died 4 Mar 1927, Klinesville, Berks Co., PA.
9. Jonathan WIESER (1.Johannes1) was born 18 Oct 1797, Greenwich, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died 13 Apr 1884, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; was buried , Linden Street Cemetery - Also known as: Allentown Cemetery, Old Allentown Cemetery. Other Events:
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01B
- Obituary: 16 Apr 1884; Translation from German by Walter H. Fleisher, January 7, 1980 (Allentown Freidens Bote, Wed., April 16,1884) On April 13th in allentown from Brights kidney disease, Johnathan Wieser, 86 years, 5 months, and 26 days old. The deceased was bin 1797 in Greenwich, Berks County. At age 22 he came to Lehigh, where he resided for a long time in South Whitehall Township. For 30 years he was a member of the evangelical congregation in which he was held in high esteem. As a citizen and neighbor he was generally appreciated and loved. He lived 35 years as a widower.
Notes:
I have this information on him from the book "History of Lehigh County, Pennsylvania" . If I remember correctly it was published about 1914.
Jonathan Wieser, (was) a
native of Berks county, where he carried on the
trade of weaver (mostly bed-spreads) near Hamburg,
for a number of years; then located in Lehigh
county, where he conducted farming operations
in different localities. He died at Allentown,
aged 86 years. In early life he was a
staunch Democrat, but in later years became a
Republican. He was married to Hannah Henninger,
of Whitehall township, near Wennersville,
and they had twelve children, six of whom
died in infancy: Jonathan; Adeline, m. William
Ritter; Mary, m. Edward Eisenhard; Henry
W.; Gideon; and Thos. L.Jonathan married Hanna Lydia HENNINGER 8 Apr 1827, Egypt, Lehigh Co., PA.. Hanna was born 22 Apr 1809, Wennersville, S. Whitehall Twp, Lehigh Co., Pennsylvania, USA; died 7 Feb1849, Whitehall, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, United States; was buried , Linden Street Cemetery - Also known as: Allentown Cemetery, Old Allentown Cemetery. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 39. Jonathan H. WIESER was born 12 Mov 1827, Mountainsville, Lehigh Cty, PA; died 24 Sep 1902, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; was buried , Rittersville Cemetery Allentown, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 40. Adelne WIESER was born 13 Feb 1829, Whitehall, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 41. Maryan WIESER was born 12 Jul 1839, South Whitehall Township, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; died 2 Apr 1891; was buried , Linden Street Cemetery - Also known as: Allentown Cemetery, Old Allentown Cemetery.
- 42. Abby WISSER / WIESER was born About 1843.
- 43. Henry William WIESER was born 3 Dec 1842, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; was christened 22 Jan 1843, Jordan United Church of Christ, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania.
- 44. Gideon Leon WIESER was born 7 Feb 1845, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; was christened 11 May 1845; died 7 Sept 1913, Bedford, Taylor, IW.
- 45. Thomas Lewis WIESER was born 28 Oct 1847; was christened 22 Dec 1847, Jordan United Church of Christ, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania.
Jonathan — . Unknown [Group Sheet]
10. Rebecca WISSER (1.Johannes1) was born About 1802; died About 1841. Other Events:
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01
Rebecca — Jonathan REINHARD. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 46. Sarah M REINHARD was born 1822; died 1881.
- 47. Daniel J. REINHARD was born 1837; died 1916.
- 48. Mary Anna REINHARD was born 20 Feb 1842, Pennsylvania, USA; died 14 Nov 1912, Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, USA; was buried 18 Nov 1912, Odd Fellows Cemetery.
- 49. Ezra REINHARD was born 1844.
- 50. Emanuel REINHARD was born 1 Sep 1847, Cetronia, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; died 6 Feb 1928, Allentown, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA.
11. Daniel WISSER (1.Johannes1) was born 21 Dec 1803, Greenwich, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died 12 Feb 1895, South Whitehall, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, United States. Other Events:
- Occupation: Stone Mason, then an agricultural pursuit.(see notes)
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01
- 1870 Census: Jul 1870, South Whitehall Township, PA; Age 66- can not read his occupation.
- 1880 Census: Jun 1880, So. Whitehall, Lehigh, PA; Age 77- Listed as Retired Farmer on 1880 Census
Notes:
Daniel Wisser came (to Lehigh county) with his father from Berks county. He was born Dec 21, 1803, and died at the advanced age of 91 years, 1 month and 22 days. For a number of years he was a stone mason, later he followed an agricultural
pursuit. His farm was located where Highland cemetary of Allentown is now located.
(from HISTORY OF LEHIGH COUNTY, PA - 1914)
Name:
Also listed under WieserDaniel — Lydia MILLER. Lydia was born 28 Dec 1807; died 06 Jan 1865. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 51. David WIESER was born 09 Jan 1830; died 23 Mar 1902.
- 52. Jesse WISSER
- 53. Paul WISSER was born About 1838, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 54. Daniel WIESER was born 5 Nov 1839; was christened 19 Jan 1840, Zion German Reform Church, Allentown, Pennsylvania, USA; died 12 Sep1907; was buried 1907, Union-West End Cemetery, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 55. Samuel WISSER was born 13 Oct 1844; died 19 Jan 1869; was buried , Union-West End Cemetery, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 56. Lydia WISSER was born c1847, Pennsylvania, United States of America.
12. Lydia WISSER (1.Johannes1) was born 28 Mar 1807, Greenwich, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died 6 Jul 1881, Berks County, Pennsylvania, USA. Other Events:
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01
Notes:
Name:
Also listed under WieserLydia — John SICHTING. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 57. Elizabeth SICHTING was born 29 Apr 1829; died 7 Mar 1910, Albany, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA.
Generation: 3
13. Salome ZETTLEMEYER (3.Maria2, 1.Johannes1) was born 1812, Windsor Twp., Berks Co., PA. Other Events:
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01
14. Maria ZETTLEMEYER (3.Maria2, 1.Johannes1) was born 7 Nov 1813, Windsor Twp., Berks Co., PA; died 17 Apr 1814, Windsor Twp., Berks Co., PA. Other Events:
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01
15. Samuel ZETTLEMEYER (3.Maria2, 1.Johannes1) was born 1817, Berks County, Pennsylvania, USA; died 9 May 1900, Sunbury, Northumberland Co., PA. Other Events:
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01
16. Benjamin ZETTLEMEYER (3.Maria2, 1.Johannes1) was born 30 Nov 1818, Greenwich, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died 9 May 1900, Sunbury, Northumberland Co., PA. Other Events:
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01
17. Daniel ZETTLEMEYER (3.Maria2, 1.Johannes1) was born 2 Sep 1821, Greenwich, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died 22 Apr 1855. Other Events:
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01
18. George ZETTLEMEYER, Jr. (3.Maria2, 1.Johannes1) was born 15 May 1825, Berks County, Pennsylvania, USA. Other Events:
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01
19. Baby ZETTLEMEYER (3.Maria2, 1.Johannes1) was born Abt 1828, Berks County, Pennsylvania, USA; died Abt 1828, Greenwich Twp, Berks Co, Pa. Other Events:
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01
20. (5.Susanna2, 1.Johannes1) 21. (5.Susanna2, 1.Johannes1) 22. Joshua WISSER (7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born 1 May 1825, Greenwhich Township, Berks County, Pennsylvania, USA. Other Events:
- Weiser Families In America Vol 1: 1997, Page 1753; GW361
23. Julianna WISSER (7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born 29 Aug 1826, Greenwhich Township, Berks County, Pennsylvania, USA. Other Events:
- Weiser Families In America Vol 1: 1997, Page 1753; GW362
24. Solomon WISSER (7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born 14 Aug 1828, Pennsylvania, USA; died 24 May 1912, Upper Macungie Township, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; was buried , Jordan Lutheran Cemetary. Solomon — Caroline FENSTERMAKER. Caroline (daughter of Jonas FENSTERMAKER and Elizabeth KRAUSS) was born 17 Nov 1830; died 4 Dec 1893, Lehigh, Pennsylvania; was buried 9 Dec 1893, Jordan Lutheran Cemetary, Allentown, Lehigh, PA, USA. [Group Sheet]
25. Jesse WISSER (7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born 11 Nov 1829, Upper Macungie Township, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; died 2 Mar 1911, South Whitehall Township, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; was buried , Jordan Lutheran Cemetary. Other Events:
- Weiser Families In America Vol 1: 1997, Page 1753; GW364
Jesse — Malinda MUTHHARD. Malinda was born 12 May 1833; died 19 Nov 1904; was buried , Jordan Lutheran Cemetary. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 58. Alvin WISSER was born Jun 1855, Pennsylvania, USA; died 1931.
- 59. Rosa Montana WISSER was born 27 Jul 1858, Pennsylvania, USA; died 1930.
- 60. Sarah Amanda WISSER was born 8 Mar 1860, Pennsylvania, USA; died 20 Apr 1863, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 61. Ida WISSER was born 26 Jan 1863, Whitehall, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, United States; died 13 Jun 1937, Northampton, Northampton, Pennsylvania, United States.
- 62. Melinda Alice WISSER was born 25 May 1865, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 63. Anna Maria Matilda WISSER was born 1871, Pennsylvania, USA.
Jesse married 13 Apr 1927. Unknown [Group Sheet]
26. Abraham WISSER (7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born Abt 1833. Notes:
I have found records for several Abraham Wissers
--- Abraham Wisser (born Nov. 1827)
1900 Census at Berks County Almshouse
--- Abraham Wisser (born c1828)
1880 Greenwich Census -Widower with 2 year old dau Cath
--- Abraham (born c1833) and Sara Wisser
1858 Godparents for Rosa Mentaina Wisser
Parents ----- Wisser and Melinda
1860 S. Whitehall Cen w/ w Sarah,Phaon
1866 Whitehall - Enters partnership as "Frederick & Co" for the manufacturing of railroad cars
1870 S. Whitehall Cen w/ w Sarah,Phaon, Louisa, Lewis
1877 Parents in the wedding of Rev. PP Wisser
1880 Whitehall Cen w/ Saryann, Thaon, Louissa (Wissor)
--- Abraham Wisser
1883 Mar 23 - Married Hennrietta at Dunkel's Church, Lenhartsville, Greenwich Twp, Berks, PA
1890 Oct 19 - Kempton, Berks- Communion w/ Hennrietta
1892 May 1 - Kempton, Berks-Communion w/ Mrs. A, Wisser
DIFFERENT LINE
--- Abraham Wisser ( b c1822 in GERMANY)
1870 NY Cen w/ Catherine (c1823) and son Charles (1857)Abraham — Sarah Ann LUDWIG. Sarah (daughter of David LUDWIG and Lydia FATZINGER) was born 3 Jun 1838; died 14 Feb 1898. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 64. Rev. Phaon P. WISSER was born Abt 1859, Whitehall, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, United States.
- 65. Louisa WISSER was born Abt 1860, Whitehall, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, United States.
27. Deborah WISSER (7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born Feb 1834, Pennsylvania, USA. Deborah — Benjamin SEIDERS. Benjamin was born c 1824, Pennsylvania, USA. [Group Sheet]
28. Mary Emma WISSER (7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born 20 Apr 1836; died 15 Oct 1868. Mary married Lewis ACKER 19 Feb 1855, Pennsylvania, USA. [Group Sheet]
29. Hezekiah WISSER (7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born 30 Jan 1841, Crackersport; died 25 Oct 1924, Longswamp, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; was buried 26 Oct 1924, Owned Section 1 lot 2 @ Ziegles Church in Weisenberg Township, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. Other Events:
- Occupation: Store clerk, Civil War Vet, Agricultural pursuits.
- Personal Web Page: See more details and high res images on this web page: http://wisserfamily.com/wisserhezakiah1841.html
- Veteran of Civil War: 7 Nov 1862, LeHigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; 176th Infantry (Drafted Militia) Company B Infantry
- Obituary: 27 Oct 1921, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; Ezekiel J. Wisser; Mertztown; died Tuesday at home; aged 80 years, 8 months, 25 days; farmer, retiring 9 years ago; member, Lutheran congregation, Ziegel's church. Survivors: wife, Elizabeth (Eisher) Wisser; children: Irwin, Herbert, Catasauqua; Alvin, Edwin, Allentown; Mrs. Emma Frey, Kutztown; Mrs. Alfred Leiby, Ashfield; Mrs. Edwin Kline, Topton; Mrs. Herbert Pauley, Mertztown; Mrs. Howard Dry, Maxatawny; brothers, Emanuel, Guthsville; Lewis, Fullerton; 29 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren. Buried, Ziegel's church. [obituary, The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Thursday, October 27 1921, page 7]
Notes:
Civil War Vet according to the History of Lehigh county.
Quote from - "History of Lehigh County, Pennsylvania -1914"
Hezekiah Wisser, a son of Jacob Wisser, was born at Crackersport. In his earlier years he clerked in a store for a few years. During the Civil War he gave his services in defense of his country. For a number of years he has followed agricultural pursuits. He was married to Miss Knerr with whom he had two children, Emma and Anne. He was married a second time to Elizabeth (Miller) Desher. They are the parents of the following children: Irwin, Allen N., Estrella, Ida, Edwin, Beulah, William, and Herbert.
Wisser, William E.
William E. Wisser, of Mertztown, who died Thursday evening at the Sacred Heart hospital, aged 26 years, 6 months and 13 days, was a native of Lehigh county. He was a son of Ezekiel and Elizabeth (nee Deisher) Wisser. Mr. Wisser's death was the result of an early childhood illness, when he was afflicted with a falling ailment. He was considered well enough physically to pass the draft board examination and served four months at Camp Meade. He was honorably discharged because of physical disability. He was placed by the government in the Sacred Heart hospital for treatment. The remains were removed to this parents' home yesterday by Undertaker C. Schmoyer. He is survived by his parents, four brothers, Irwin and Edwin, Catasauqua; Allen, this city, and Edwin, Mertztown; and these sisters: Mrs. Herbert Pauley, Mertztown; Mrs. Edwin Kline, Topton; Mrs. Howard Dry, Maxatawney; Mrs. Alfred Leiby, Ashfield, and Mrs. Charles Frey, Kutztown. The funeral will be held Wednesday forenoon from his parents' home at Mertztown. Services will be conducted at the house at 9.30 a.m. Continued services and burial at Ziegel church, Rev. Keller officiating. Mr. Wisser was a member of the Lutheran congregation at Ziegel's church and of Washington Camp, No. 141, P.O.S. of A., at Maxatawney.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, March 5, 1921, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
http://berks.pa-roots.com/obits/ObitsWem-Wy.html
Hezekiah married Sarah T. KNERR 16 Feb 1867, Ziegel's Church, in Weisenberg Township, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. Sarah (daughter of Jonas KNERR) was born 14 Oct 1844; died 1 Mat 1874; was buried , Zeigel Church, Wnship, Pennsylvania< USA. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 66. Annie Elmina WISSER was born Aug 1870, Weisenberg Township, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 67. Emma Elizabeth WISSER was born About 1868.
Hezekiah — Elizabeth DEISHER. (daughter of Nathaniel DEISHER and Elizabeth MILLER) [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 68. Allen Nathaniel WISSER was born 14 Dec 1882, Fullerton, Lehigh, PA; died 22 Jul 1951, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; was buried , Fairview Cemetery, 855 Lehigh Street, Allentown, PA, USA.
- 69. Beulah M. WISSER was born Dec 1890, Upper Macungie Township, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 70. Edwin WISSER was born Jun 1888, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 71. Estella B. WISSER was born c1886, Pennsylvania, United States of America.
- 72. Herbert WISSER
- 73. Ida WISSER was born Jan 1887, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 74. Irvin Jacob WISSER was born 24 Apr 1881, Fullerton, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; died 7 Jan 1962, Allentown, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; was buried 1962, Ziegels Cemetery, Breinigsville, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 75. William E. WISSER was born Oct 1892, Pennsylvania, USA; died 3 Mar 1921, Sacred Heart hospital, Allentown, PA, USA; was buried , Ziegel's Union Church Cemetery, Weiscnberg, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA.
30. Sarah WISSER (7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born Abt 1841; died Yes, date unknown. Other Events:
- Occupation: Lived with Jacob Wisser during July 1870 census
Sarah married Peter HOY 1 Jun 1861, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA. Peter was born Abt 1840; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 76. William HOY was born Abt 1866; died Yes, date unknown.
- 77. Benjamin HOY was born Abt 1869; died Yes, date unknown.
31. Emanuel WISSER (7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born 07 May 1843, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; died 22 Sep 1923, Guthsville, Lehigh, PA; was buried , Jordan United Church of Christ (formerly Jordan Reformed Church), Walberts, South Whitehall Twp., Lehigh County, Pa. Other Events:
- Occupation: Stone and brick mason (See Notes)Farmer in 1880
- 1880 Census: Jun 1880, South Whitehall Township, PA; Age 37 - Listed as a Farmer on the 1880 census
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Notes:
He was a stone and brick mason for fourty-five years. He resided nearly all his life in South Whitehall township and for fourty years at Walberts. For ten years he conducted a coal yard at Walberts. In 1907 he retired from business and in
1912 he moved to Guthsville. He is a member of the Lutheran Church, which he served as deacon. He filled the office of school director of South Whitehall township very acceptedly. (from the HISTORY OF LEHIGH COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA - 1914)
Biography
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Last Will and Testament
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Moving 1912
Emanuel Wisser of Crackersport sold his house and lot there to Phoon Hammel. He will make bis home with his son-in-law, Lewis Stephen, and family
October 25, 1912
The Allentown Leader from Allentown, Pennsylvania · Page 8Emanuel married Mary Ann KRAUSE 20 Dec 1890, Jordan United Church of Christ, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania. Mary (daughter of Benjamin KRAUSE and Abigail MOYER) was born 14 June 1842, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; died 17 Nov 1911, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 78. Jennie J. WISSER
- 79. Mantana C. WISSER was born 26 Jan 1864, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; died 5 Feb 1928; was buried , Jordan United Church of Christ (formerly Jordan Reformed Church), Walberts, South Whitehall Twp., Lehigh County, Pa.
- 80. Anna Maria WISSER was born 1871; died 1951.
- 81. Ellen Rebecca WISSER was born 26 Nov 1869, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; died 3 Jan 1964, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 82. Oliver F. WISSER was born 02 Mar 1872, Walbert, South Whitehall Township, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania; died 19 Aug 1957, Allentown, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; was buried 22 Aug 1957, Jordan United Church of Christ Cemetery, Allentown, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania.
- 83. Oscar E. WISSER was born 25 Dec 1876, PA; died 07 May 1935, (See notes).
Emanuel married Lillie M. DEAROLF 1914, Pennsylvania, USA. Lillie (daughter of Jacob DEAROLF and Susan) was born Abt 1874, Bucks County, Pennsylvania< USA. [Group Sheet]
32. William WISSER (7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born Aug 1846, Fullerton; died 8 Dec 1904. Other Events:
- Occupation: Labour
- Residence: 1880, Whitehall, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, United States; Age: 33Marital Status: Married; Relation to Head of House: Self
- 1880 Census: Jun 1880, South Whitehall Township, PA; Age 33 - Listed as Farm Laborer in the 1880 census
William married Angelina DIEHL 2 May 1868, Catasaugua, Pennsylvania. Angelina was born 22 Sep 1846, Whitehall, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, United States; died 8 Nov 1891, Whitehall, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, United States. [Group Sheet]
William married Emma KEIPER 1892, Lehigh Co., PA. Emma (daughter of Edwin KEIPER and Salome FROSS) was born 4 Aug 1853, Schnecksville, Lehigh, PA; died 1 Apr 1936, Whitehall, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, United States. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 84. Helen Louisa WISSER was born 11 Aug 1892; was christened 7 Sep 1892, Fullerton, Pennsylvania; died 7 Dec 1900.
- 85. Mabel Salome WISSER was born 26 Apr 1894, Whitehall Township (Lower Part), Lehigh, Pennsylvania; died 9 Nov 1989, Whitehall Pennsylvinia.
33. Lewis WISSER (7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born 3 Jan 1849, Pennsylvania, USA; died 7 Jan 1934, Whitehall, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, United States. Lewis married Ann Maria PATTERSON c 1872. Ann was born Aug 1852, Pennsylvania, United States of America. [Group Sheet]
34. Jacob Jonas ALTENDERFER (8.Sarah2, 1.Johannes1) was born 31 Jul 1826, Greenwich, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died 23 Jam1912, Krumsville, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA. Notes:
Jonas Altenderfer - Obituary
" Jonas Altenderfer died of a complication of diseases, due to old age, at Krumsville. Deceased was a son of the late Jacob Altenderfer and his wife Sarah (nee Wisser) and was born July 31, 1826, and attained the age of 85 years, 5 months and 22 days. He was born and reared in Greenwich township, Berks county, on the home now owned by his brother John. Deceased was twice married. His first wife was Katie Dietrich, who died about 30 years ago. His second wife was Maria Greenawalt, who preceded him in death by three years. By the second union there were two children, a son Harvey, with whom deceased resided, surviving. For a number of years he was affected mentally, which weakened his system gradually until death. There survive besides the son, a brother John and these sisters: Mrs. Catharine Kunkel, Mrs. Sallie Neifert and Mrs. Mary Lichty, all of Kansas and Nebraska."
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, January 27, 1912, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]
Source: http://berks.pa-roots.com/obits/ObitsA.html
Note from an Altenderfer descendant (see "Comments");
Jonas Altenderfer
I believe the obituary for Jonas had incorrect information about his surviving three sisters. They did not live in Nebraska but did live in Marion Co.,Iowa and Mary Lichty lived in Iowa, Kansas, and Missouri. The other two sisters lived in Iowa the entire time.35. Anna Maria ALTENDERFER (8.Sarah2, 1.Johannes1) was born 14 May 1829, Greenwich, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died 29 Mar 1907, Kutztown, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA. 36. Sarah ALTENDERFER (8.Sarah2, 1.Johannes1) was born 1 Aug 1833, Greenwich, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died 26 Apr 1923, Attica, Marion, Iowa, USA. Sarah married J.B. NIEFERT [Group Sheet]
37. Catherine ALTENDERFER (8.Sarah2, 1.Johannes1) was born 20 Feb 1839, Greenwich, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died 26 Feb 1923, Attica, Marion, Iowa, USA. Catherine married J.W. KUNKLE [Group Sheet]
38. John Jonas ALTENDERFER (8.Sarah2, 1.Johannes1) was born Jul 1844, Greenwich, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died 4 Mar 1927, Klinesville, Berks Co., PA. 39. Jonathan H. WIESER (9.Jonathan2, 1.Johannes1) was born 12 Mov 1827, Mountainsville, Lehigh Cty, PA; died 24 Sep 1902, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; was buried , Rittersville Cemetery Allentown, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA. Other Events:
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01B
Jonathan married Caroline EISENHARD 6 Nov 1853, Pennsylvania. Caroline was born 1 Jan 1835, Upper Macungie, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; died 16 Oct 1916, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 86. Thomas Benjamin WIESER was born 25 Mar 1870, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; died 16 Dec 1928, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA.
40. Adelne WIESER (9.Jonathan2, 1.Johannes1) was born 13 Feb 1829, Whitehall, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA. Other Events:
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01B
Adelne — William RITTER. William (son of RITTER and Lydia KNAUSS) was born 14 Apr 1825; died 19 Mar 1865, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 87. Clarette Jane RITTER was born 14 May 1853.
- 88. Alvasta Hannah RITTER was born 4 Nov 1857.
- 89. Clinton David RITTER was born 4 Dec 1860.
- 90. Elenora RITTER was born c 1862.
Adelne married Solomon DILLINGER 5 Nov 1848. Solomon was born 5 May 1826; died 13 Nov 1888. [Group Sheet]
41. Maryan WIESER (9.Jonathan2, 1.Johannes1) was born 12 Jul 1839, South Whitehall Township, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; died 2 Apr 1891; was buried , Linden Street Cemetery - Also known as: Allentown Cemetery, Old Allentown Cemetery. Other Events:
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01B
Maryan — Edward EISENHARD. Edward was born 28 Aug 1836; died 3 Aug 1905; was buried , Linden Street Cemetery - Also known as: Allentown Cemetery, Old Allentown Cemetery. [Group Sheet]
42. Abby WISSER / WIESER (9.Jonathan2, 1.Johannes1) was born About 1843. Other Events:
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01B
43. Henry William WIESER (9.Jonathan2, 1.Johannes1) was born 3 Dec 1842, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; was christened 22 Jan 1843, Jordan United Church of Christ, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania. Other Events:
- Veteran of Civil War: CIVIL WAR UNION PRIVATE IN CO. I 47 REGT.PA. VOL. D-10-11-1922
Notes:
Wieser FIA ID: GW377
Henry married Louisa S. LENTZ 3 Jun 1869. Louisa was born Jul 1847, Pennsylvania, USA. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 91. Edwin W. WIESER was born 4 Dec 1870, Pennsylvania, USA.
44. Gideon Leon WIESER (9.Jonathan2, 1.Johannes1) was born 7 Feb 1845, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; was christened 11 May 1845; died 7 Sept 1913, Bedford, Taylor, IW. Other Events:
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01B
- Obituary: 16 Sep 1913, Bedford Free Press; Bedford Free Press, Tuesday September 16, 1913 p. 5 Gideon Wieser Gideon Wieser died at his home at 10:30 Sunday evening, aged 68 years and 7 months. The funeral services were at the home Thursday morning at 10 o?clock, conducted by Dr. J. W. Neyman and assisted by Rev. Mart Gary Smith. Interment will be made in the Fairview cemetery. Mr. Wieser was born in Allentown, Pa., February 7, 1845. He was a member of Company I, Forty-seventh regiment of the Pennsylvania volunteers. He enlisted at Harrisburg, Pa., August 30, 1861, and was promoted from private to corporal September 18, 1864. He re-enrolled October 17, 1863, and served until the close of the war. April 11, 1871, he was united in marriage to Miss Elizabeth Hirsch at Louisville, Ky. They came to Bedford April 1, 1875. To this union were born 11 children, all of whom with the wife survive. They are, Charles, who lives at home; Mrs. Lottie Risser of Maryville, Mo.; Mrs. Mayme Bishop and Mrs. Effie Klopp of Bedford; Victor of Hopkins, Mo.; Mrs. Grace Buchanan and Mrs. Pearl Henry of Kincaid, Kan.; William of Lincoln, Neb.; Mrs. Lillie Remington of San Diego, Cal.; Mrs. Kate McBurney of Wheeling, W. Va.; Albert of South Tacoma, Wash. Mr. Wieser was a member of the school board for several years. He was a member of the I. O. O. F., Modern Woodmen of America and the Grand Army of the Republic. The G. A. R. will have charge of the services at the home and the I. O. O. F. at the cemetery.
45. Thomas Lewis WIESER (9.Jonathan2, 1.Johannes1) was born 28 Oct 1847; was christened 22 Dec 1847, Jordan United Church of Christ, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania. Other Events:
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01B
Notes:
History of Lehigh County Pennsylvania and a Genealogical and Biographical Record of its Families, vol. 3
Page 1379
THOMAS L. WIESER, painter and paper-hanger
of Allentown, was born Nov. 26, 1847, in North
Whitehall township, Lehigh county. He was
educated in the public school at Cedarville and
brought up on a farm until 1864, when he enlisted
in the Civil War as a private of the 2d
Pennsylvania Heavy Artillery and served until
Feb. 20, 1866, when he was mustered out at
City Point. During his service he was wounded
in the right leg. After his discharge he returned
home and learned the trade of painter under
Amos and James Unger, at Allentown, where
he served an apprenticeship of three years. He
then followed his trade as a journeyman in Ohio,
Illinois, Missouri, and Wisconsin, after which
he returned to Allentowm. He and his brother
Henry then conducted a general painting business
for a time until 1871, when he embarked in the
business for himself and since then has been^ engaged
as a house painter and paper-hanger in a
successful manner, his place being at No. 119
North Madison street. He is a member of the
Page 1380
Grand Army of the Republic, the Elks and the
Patriotic Order Sons of America.
Mr. Wieser was married to Emma S. Beidelman,
daughter of Samuel and Henrietta (Stuber)
Beidelman, of Allentown. They have one
child, a son, Samuel Jonathan, who married
Mamie Hagenbuch, and they have a daughter,
Isabella. The son learned the same trade and
is engaged in business with his father.
Mr. Wieser's father was Jonathan Wieser, a
native of Berks county, where he carried on the
trade of weaver (mostly bed-spreads) near Hamburg,
for a number of years; then located in Lehigh
county, where he conducted farming operations
in different localities. He died at Allentown,
aged 86 years. In early life he w7as a
staunch Democrat, but in later years became a
Republican. He was married to Hannah Henninger,
of Whitehall township, near Wennersville,
and they had twelve children, six of whom
died in infancy: Jonathan; Adeline, m. William
Ritter; Mary, m. Edward Eisenhard; Henry
W.; Gideon; and Thos. L.
Thomas — Emma S. BEIDELMAN. Emma was born Oct 1849. [Group Sheet]
Children:
46. Sarah M REINHARD (10.Rebecca2, 1.Johannes1) was born 1822; died 1881. 47. Daniel J. REINHARD (10.Rebecca2, 1.Johannes1) was born 1837; died 1916. 48. Mary Anna REINHARD (10.Rebecca2, 1.Johannes1) was born 20 Feb 1842, Pennsylvania, USA; died 14 Nov 1912, Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, USA; was buried 18 Nov 1912, Odd Fellows Cemetery. Mary — BERRINGER. was born c 1840. [Group Sheet]
49. Ezra REINHARD (10.Rebecca2, 1.Johannes1) was born 1844. 50. Emanuel REINHARD (10.Rebecca2, 1.Johannes1) was born 1 Sep 1847, Cetronia, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; died 6 Feb 1928, Allentown, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA. Other Events:
- Obituary: 7 Feb 1928, The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, pages 5 & 19; Emanuel W. Reinhard, commander of E. B. Young Post No. 87, G.A.R., veteran construction engineer and one of the city's grand old men, died last night at his home, 905 ½ Allen street. He was in his eighty-first year. His death came suddenly after an illness of only four weeks, to the day, during which he, himself, regarded his afflictions as only temporary. He died, surrounded by members of his family, calmly and peacefully and in full possession of all of his faculties. Few men of Allentown have lived a more quiet and industrious life and at the same time have been so well known and universally respected than Emanuel Reinhard, and his death last night brought genuine grief not only to members of his large family, but to his legion of friends, fellow war veterans, employers and co-workers. For sixty years Mr. Reinhard was known in these parts as one of the best authorities in construction engineering and there are still many large buildings in Allentown that were erected under his personal supervision. During the past thirty years he was in charge of all construction for the Arbogast and Bastian company, and as late as January 6, was actively on the job. Prior to that time he was connected with William H. Gangewere Construction company. Mr. Reinhard's last appearance in public was on January 7, the day before he was forced to take to his bed, when he was installed as commander of E. B. Young Post for the third successive year. He had long been an active member of the post and always regarded the association with fellow veterans as one of the great pleasures of his life. As one of the organizers and charter members of Livingston Castle and St. Mary's Commandery, Knights of the Golden Eagle, he also achieved a record of distinction, and during his younger years, was drill master in the commandery. The Sons of Veterans and the Ladies' Relief Corps of the G.A.R. likewise considered themselves fortunate in listing him as a prominent member. On August 18, 1864, the age of seventeen, he enlisted as a private in Captain Roth's company E., 202nd Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers, and was discharged on August 3, 1865, after an active year of service during which he distinguished himself for his bravery and resourcefulness. The regiment had a hazardous campaign and was engaged almost daily in combating Col. Mosby's guerillas along the Orange and Alexander road in Virginia. The storming of Fort Stetman as well as the hotly contested of the skirmish battles, Mr. Reinhard was wounded and the effects of the hurt followed him during his entire life. A giant in stature and physically as strong as iron, he always commanded respectful attention among men. But, in contrast to his physique, he was mild-mannered, soft spoken and considerate of his fellow. Despite his advanced age, his faculties were keen, his eyesight excellent and his iron nerve unaffected by the rigors of a long life-time. At the age of eighty, he astonished builders by walking intrepidly across girders and beams on buildings whose construction he was supervising, climbing ladders and performing other feats usually reserved for younger men. Of him it was said that he was one of the few builders who could read and grasp the smallest details of a blue-print at a glance, and his advice was often sought by other engineers. And of him it was often said by those who marveled at his activity: "Emanuel Reinhard will never die." He, himself, frequently predicted that he would "die in the harness." Dr. Robert L. Schaffer, his physician, was quoted as saying repeatedly during his last illness: "During all my practice, I have never seen such stamina and resistance." Mr. Reinhard stood over six feet in height and weighed over 200 pounds. Politically he was a staunch Republican and some years ago was intimately associated with Walter L. Jones, for more than a quarter of a century Republican leader of Lehigh county. During the administration of Mayor E. B. Young, 1876-78, Allentown's fifth mayor, Mr. Reinhard served for a while as a policeman, but later returned to his building activities. Mr. Reinhard's religious activities for many years were centered in and about Seibert U. E. church, whose edifice he helped to build. He was one of the congregation's charter members and at one time a trustee. In 1867 he was married to Amanda C. Kutz, who survives him. They were planning to celebrate their sixty-first wedding anniversary on April 25 of this year. Five children were born to the union, four of them surviving. They are: Mrs. Augustus Yoachum, Bethlehem; Mrs. Charles W. Snyder, Allentown; Mrs. Mabel Diehl, who lived at the Reinhard residence; and Clarence H. Reinhard, also of this city. Fifteen grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren also survive. Mr. Reinhard was born in 1847 at Cetronia, South Whitehall township, a son of the late Jonathan and Rebekah, nee Wisser, Reinhard., and the youngest of eleven children, all of whom preceded him in death. He moved to Allentown shortly after the close of the Civil war. Funeral arrangements had not been completed last night. [The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Tuesday, February 7, 1928, pages 5 & 19]
51. David WIESER (11.Daniel2, 1.Johannes1) was born 09 Jan 1830; died 23 Mar 1902. David — Eliza ROTH. Eliza was born 17 Mar 1832; died 29 Jan 1858. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 93. Frank WISSER
David — Susanna WRIGHT. Susanna was born 02 Nov 1838; died 19 Mar 1898. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 94. Ida E. WISSER
- 95. Annie WISSER was born 1877, Whitehall, Lehigh, PA; died 1960.
52. Jesse WISSER (11.Daniel2, 1.Johannes1) 53. Paul WISSER (11.Daniel2, 1.Johannes1) was born About 1838, Pennsylvania, USA. 54. Daniel WIESER (11.Daniel2, 1.Johannes1) was born 5 Nov 1839; was christened 19 Jan 1840, Zion German Reform Church, Allentown, Pennsylvania, USA; died 12 Sep1907; was buried 1907, Union-West End Cemetery, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA. Other Events:
- 1870 Census: Jul 1870, South Whitehall Township, PA; age 30 - Listed as Farmer in 1870 Census
- 1880 Census: Jun 1880, South Whitehall Township, PA; Age 40 - Listed as Farmer on 1880 census.
Notes:
NOTE: DANIEL WIESER born 1839 is not the same as DANIEL WISSER born 1841 and married to Louisa.
The 1870 Census is the best way to tell the two apart.Daniel — Rosa S.. Rosa was born Abt 1848; died Yes, date unknown. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 96. Mary WISSER was born Abt 1869; died Yes, date unknown.
- 97. Jane R. WISSER was born Abt 1875; died Yes, date unknown.
55. Samuel WISSER (11.Daniel2, 1.Johannes1) was born 13 Oct 1844; died 19 Jan 1869; was buried , Union-West End Cemetery, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA. Notes:
Name:
Samuel Wiesser on grave stone56. Lydia WISSER (11.Daniel2, 1.Johannes1) was born c1847, Pennsylvania, United States of America. 57. Elizabeth SICHTING (12.Lydia2, 1.Johannes1) was born 29 Apr 1829; died 7 Mar 1910, Albany, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA.
Generation: 4
58. Alvin WISSER (25.Jesse3, 7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born Jun 1855, Pennsylvania, USA; died 1931. Other Events:
- Obituary: 30 Oct 1931, The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA,, page 7; Alvin F. Wisser, a highly respected resident of near Topton, died there at his home early yesterday morning of a complication of ailments. He was in his 77th year. He was the son of the late Jesse and Malinda, nee Muthard, Wisser. The survivors are his second wife, Mamie Wolfel Wisser; two sons, Luther P., of Ambler, and Irwin R., of this city, and an adopted daughter, Mrs. Mabel Bellis, of this city. The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Rabenold funeral home, 116 South Eighth street, this city. Interment will be made in Jordan Lutheran church cemetery, near Walberts. [The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Friday, October 30, 1931, page 7]
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Alvin married Emma E. BUTTERWECK 1877. Emma (daughter of Reubin BUTTERWECK) was born Oct 1858, Upper Macungie Township, Lehigh, PA; died Jul 1912, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 98. Wilkie WISSER died 13 Dec 1882.
- 99. Luther B. WISSER was born 30 Nov 1877, Salisbury Township, Lehigh, PA, USA; died Aug 1962, Montgomery County, PA, USA.
- 100. Irwin Ruben WISSER was born 28 Feb 1880, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; died 4 Oct 1954, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 101. Mabel K. WISSER was born 1895, Pennsylvania, USA.
Alvin married Anna Sweig WOLFE 13 Apr 1927, Allentown, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA. Anna (daughter of Joseph SWEIG and Marie MARKOVICH) was born c. 1866, Pennsylvania, USA. [Group Sheet]
59. Rosa Montana WISSER (25.Jesse3, 7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born 27 Jul 1858, Pennsylvania, USA; died 1930. Rosa — W. RITTER. [Group Sheet]
60. Sarah Amanda WISSER (25.Jesse3, 7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born 8 Mar 1860, Pennsylvania, USA; died 20 Apr 1863, Pennsylvania, USA. 61. Ida WISSER (25.Jesse3, 7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born 26 Jan 1863, Whitehall, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, United States; died 13 Jun 1937, Northampton, Northampton, Pennsylvania, United States. Ida married John Heinrich SPERLING 1887. John was born 18 Feb 1866, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; died 1 Jun 1907, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA. [Group Sheet]
62. Melinda Alice WISSER (25.Jesse3, 7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born 25 May 1865, Pennsylvania, USA. Melinda — . Unknown [Group Sheet]
Melinda — William Fredrick KLINE. William was born 15 Oct 1858, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; died 5 Apr 1919, Bethlehem, Northampton, Pennsylvania, USA. [Group Sheet]
63. Anna Maria Matilda WISSER (25.Jesse3, 7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born 1871, Pennsylvania, USA. 64. Rev. Phaon P. WISSER (26.Abraham3, 7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born Abt 1859, Whitehall, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, United States. Phaon married Emma R. HOFFMAN 13 Oct 1887, Pennsylvania, USA. Emma (daughter of Aaron HOFFMAN and Elizabeth) was born Abt 1865, Lebanon, PA, USA. [Group Sheet]
65. Louisa WISSER (26.Abraham3, 7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born Abt 1860, Whitehall, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, United States. 66. Annie Elmina WISSER (29.Hezekiah3, 7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born Aug 1870, Weisenberg Township, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA. Annie married Alfred W. LEIBY 12 May 1893, Maxatawny Township, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA. Alfred was born abt. 1873. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 102. Clarence A LEIBY was born 11 Apr 1896, Upper Macungie Township, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; died 25 Feb 1982, Palmerton, Carbon County, PA, USA.
- 103. Charles W. LEIBY was born c. 23 Mar 1897, Weisenberg Township, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; died 22 Aug 1952, Lehighton, Carbon County, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 104. Edwin J. LEIBY was born Feb 1899, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 105. Irvin W. LEIBY was born 17 Dec 1903, Longswamp, Berks, Pennsylvania, USA; died 17 Sep 1982, Lehighton, Carbon County, Pennsylvania, USA; was buried , Dinkey Memorial cemetery, Ashfield.
- 106. Paul E. LEIBY was born 15 Sep 1908, Topton, Pennsylvania, USA; died 16 Feb 1972, Allentown, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; was buried , Towamensing Cemetery, Palmerton.
- 107. Clyde W. LEIBY was born c. 17 Jun 1916, Topton, Pennsylvania, USA; died 27 May 1968, Allentown, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA.
67. Emma Elizabeth WISSER (29.Hezekiah3, 7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born About 1868. Emma married Charles Ambrose FREY 25 May 1889, Fogelsville, Lehigh, Pennsylvania. Charles was born About 1867. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 108. Bertha Mary Ann FREY was born 1 Nov 1889; died 31 Dec 1936; was buried 4 Jan 1937, Western Salisbury Cemetery.
68. Allen Nathaniel WISSER (29.Hezekiah3, 7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born 14 Dec 1882, Fullerton, Lehigh, PA; died 22 Jul 1951, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; was buried , Fairview Cemetery, 855 Lehigh Street, Allentown, PA, USA. Other Events:
- Obituary: 23 Jul 1951, The Morning Call, Allentown, Pa,, Page 7; Allen N. Wisser, Sr., dispatcher for the Lehigh Valley Transit Company, died late Saturday night at Allentown Hospital. Aged 66, he resided at 727 ½ S. Hall St. The husband of Esther (Kercher) Wisser, he was the son of Ezekial and Elizabeth (Deysher) Wisser. A member of the Odd Fellows Home Association, Wisser was very active in Grace Lutheran Church. Surviving in addition to his wife are two sons, Allen Jr. and Willard W., Allentown; three daughters, Irene, wife of George Sharpe, Mabel, wife of Arthur David, and Ellen Breisch; 11 grandchildren; three brothers, Irwin, West Catasauqua; Edwin, Allentown; and Herbert, West Catasauqua; and five sisters, Mrs. Stella Pauley, Mertztown; Mrs. Ida Kline, West Catasauqua; Mrs. Eulah Drey, Allentown; Mrs. Emma Rahn, West Catasauqua; and Mrs. Annie Leiby, Ashfield. [The Morning Call, Allentown, Pa, Monday, July 23, 1951, page 7] Death Notice (July 24, p. 26): Age at death = 66 years, 7 months, 7 days Buried, Fairview Cemetery (most likely Allentown)
Notes:
Birth:
1900 CensusAllen — Esther E. KERCHER. Esther (daughter of Milton KERCHER and Emma FEGLEY) was born 1888; died 1960; was buried , Fairview Cemetery, 855 Lehigh Street, Allentown, PA, USA. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 109. Arlene Elizabeth WISSER was born 27 Feb 1909, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; died 24 Sep 1989, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 110. Mabel E. WISSER was born 11 Sep 1910, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; died 10 Sep 1994, Springfield, Delaware, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 111. Myrtle May WISSER was born 22 Jun 1913, Pennsylvania, USA; died 3 Sep 1924, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 112. Ellen C. WISSER was born 26 Oct 1915, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; died 14 Jun 1999, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 113. Allen Nathaniel WISSER was born 25 Jun 1920, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; died 26 Mar 1978, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 114. Willard William WISSER was born 15 Aug 1923, Pennsylvania, USA; died 18 Jul 1977, Bethlehem, Northampton, Pennsylvania, United States of America.
69. Beulah M. WISSER (29.Hezekiah3, 7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born Dec 1890, Upper Macungie Township, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA. Beulah — Howard C. DREY. Howard was born Jun 1885, Bowers, Berks County, Pennsylvania, USA; died c. 4 Jan 1943, Allentown, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; was buried , Ziegel's Church, Weisenburg. [Group Sheet]
70. Edwin WISSER (29.Hezekiah3, 7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born Jun 1888, Pennsylvania, USA. 71. Estella B. WISSER (29.Hezekiah3, 7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born c1886, Pennsylvania, United States of America. Estella — Herbert PAULEY. Herbert was born c1886. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 115. Freddie PAULEY was born 1911, Pennsylvania, United States of America.
72. Herbert WISSER (29.Hezekiah3, 7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) 73. Ida WISSER (29.Hezekiah3, 7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born Jan 1887, Pennsylvania, USA. Ida — KLINE. [Group Sheet]
74. Irvin Jacob WISSER (29.Hezekiah3, 7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born 24 Apr 1881, Fullerton, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; died 7 Jan 1962, Allentown, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; was buried 1962, Ziegels Cemetery, Breinigsville, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA. Other Events:
- Obituary: 8 Jan 1962, The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, page 11; Irvin J. Wisser; 80; 11 2nd Ave., West Catasauqua; died yesterday, Allentown; Whitehall Township commissioner, 1915-1924, 1929-1946; employed by Reading Railroad, 32 years, retiring 1938; born Fullerton; son of the late Ezekiel & Elizabeth (Deysher) Wisser; member, Lutheran congregation, Ziegels Union Church, Breinigsville R. 1; president, West Catasauqua Playground Association, 3 terms; president, West Catasauqua Fire Co. Survivors: widow, Alma A. (Epler) Wisser; son Paul, Bethlehem; daughters, Mrs. Eva E. Hirschel, Allentown; Helen, wife of Paul Gardner, Catasauqua; brothers, Edwin, Allentown; Herbert, West Catasauqua; sisters, Mrs. Stella Pauley, Mertztown; Mrs. Ida Kline, Catasauqua; 15 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren. Saylor Funeral Home, 1064 5th St., Catasauqua. [obituary, The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Monday, January 8, 1962, page 11]
Notes:
NOTE: I have not confirmed that the grandfather is the same Irwin Wisser (gaw 6/18/2014)
Twins of Paul and Helen Wisser
Newspaper dated November 10, 1927
The second of the twin daughters born to Paul and Helen, nee Newhard, Wisser, of West Catasauqua on October 27 died last night at 8:15 at the home of the grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Irwin Wisser, West Catasauqua, from a complication of diseases.
The twins were the only children of the Wisser family. When three days old Betty Margaret, died and although strong hopes were held for the health of Helen, she followed her sister in death.
Besides the parents the grandparents Wisser and the maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. George Newhard of Northampton survive.
Private funeral services will be held at the home of the paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Irwin Wisser, 11 Second Avenue, West Catasauqua, on Sunday at 2 pm. Interment will be made in the Friedens Church cemetery. Rev. H. T. Sell will officiate.
Submitted by Sue Jones
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Irvin — Alma A. EPLER. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 116. Paul WISSER was born c. 1909, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 117. Eva E. WISSER was born c. 1906, Whitehall, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; died Dec 1996.
- 118. Helen WISSER was born c. 1907, Pennsylvania, USA.
75. William E. WISSER (29.Hezekiah3, 7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born Oct 1892, Pennsylvania, USA; died 3 Mar 1921, Sacred Heart hospital, Allentown, PA, USA; was buried , Ziegel's Union Church Cemetery, Weiscnberg, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA. Other Events:
- Veteran of WW I: 2 Nov 1917; 11/2/1917 - 2/12/18 Batt'y C, 310th Reg. F. Art Army Private
Notes:
Wisser, William E.
William E. Wisser, of Mertztown, who died Thursday evening at the Sacred Heart hospital, aged 26 years, 6 months and 13 days, was a native of Lehigh county. He was a son of Ezekiel and Elizabeth (nee Deisher) Wisser. Mr. Wisser's death was the result of an early childhood illness, when he was afflicted with a falling ailment. He was considered well enough physically to pass the draft board examination and served four months at Camp Meade. He was honorably discharged because of physical disability. He was placed by the government in the Sacred Heart hospital for treatment. The remains were removed to this parents' home yesterday by Undertaker C. Schmoyer. He is survived by his parents, four brothers, Irwin and Edwin, Catasauqua; Allen, this city, and Edwin, Mertztown; and these sisters: Mrs. Herbert Pauley, Mertztown; Mrs. Edwin Kline, Topton; Mrs. Howard Dry, Maxatawney; Mrs. Alfred Leiby, Ashfield, and Mrs. Charles Frey, Kutztown. The funeral will be held Wednesday forenoon from his parents' home at Mertztown. Services will be conducted at the house at 9.30 a.m. Continued services and burial at Ziegel church, Rev. Keller officiating. Mr. Wisser was a member of the Lutheran congregation at Ziegel's church and of Washington Camp, No. 141, P.O.S. of A., at Maxatawney.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, March 5, 1921, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
http://berks.pa-roots.com/obits/ObitsWem-Wy.html
76. William HOY (30.Sarah3, 7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born Abt 1866; died Yes, date unknown. 77. Benjamin HOY (30.Sarah3, 7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born Abt 1869; died Yes, date unknown. 78. Jennie J. WISSER (31.Emanuel3, 7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) Jennie — Edwin REICHARD. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 119. Warren E. REICHARD was born Abt 1911; died 13 Jul 1999, Fellowship Manor, Whithall Township.
79. Mantana C. WISSER (31.Emanuel3, 7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born 26 Jan 1864, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; died 5 Feb 1928; was buried , Jordan United Church of Christ (formerly Jordan Reformed Church), Walberts, South Whitehall Twp., Lehigh County, Pa. Other Events:
- Residence: 1886, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; Wisser, Miss Montana C., Housekeeper, house 241 N. 7th (Allentown City Directory 1886-87) (Thanks to Eric Wisser for this info)
Mantana — Lewis STEPHEN. Lewis was born 24 Sep 1865; died 11 Sep 1937; was buried , Jordan United Church of Christ (formerly Jordan Reformed Church), Walberts, South Whitehall Twp., Lehigh County, Pa. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 120. Edgar Lewis STEPHEN was born 5 Mar 1897; was christened 11 Apr 1897, Jordan United Church of Christ, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania.
80. Anna Maria WISSER (31.Emanuel3, 7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born 1871; died 1951. Other Events:
- 1880 Census: Jun 1880, South Whitehall Township, PA; Age 14 in 1880 census. Lived with parents. Went by the name Annie.
Anna married Orwin E. KUHNS 5 Dec 1891 (Christian Church), Jordan United Church of Christ, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania. Orwin was born 28 Nov 1868; died 1940. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 121. Howard J. KUHNS
- 122. Mervin E. KUHNS
- 123. Oscar P. KUHNS
Anna — Harvey STAUFFER. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 124. Clarence STAUFFER was born 17 Oct 1890, Pennsylvania, USA; was christened 21 Dec 1890, Jordan United Church of Christ, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania.
81. Ellen Rebecca WISSER (31.Emanuel3, 7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born 26 Nov 1869, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; died 3 Jan 1964, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA. Notes:
Ellen Rebecca Wisser Buchman
http://trees.ancestry.com/rd?f=image&guid=f8ccf3fc-573c-4293-9ace-1dc01da5a308&tid=7158548&pid=347Ellen married Milton Jacob Joseph BUCHMAN 24 May 1890, Jordan United Church of Christ (formerly Jordan Reformed Church), Walberts, South Whitehall Twp., Lehigh County, Pa. Milton was born 23 Sep 1868, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; died 23 Jan 1950, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 125. Stella Mary BUCHMAN was born 2 Aug 1891, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; died 22 Dec 1985, Richlandtown, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 126. Oliver Henry BUCHMAN was born 4 Sep 1897, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; died 1967, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, United States of America.
- 127. Clyde Emmanuel BUCHMAN was born 14 Aug 1901, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; died Feb 1975.
82. Oliver F. WISSER (31.Emanuel3, 7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born 02 Mar 1872, Walbert, South Whitehall Township, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania; died 19 Aug 1957, Allentown, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; was buried 22 Aug 1957, Jordan United Church of Christ Cemetery, Allentown, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. Other Events:
- Death: Arterio Sclerotic cardiovascular Disease / Certificate Number: 72939 Cause of Death
- Occupation: Farmer (see notes for more details)
- Residence: 23 Aug 1940, 1826 Pennsylvania Street, Allentown, Pennsylvania, USA; 50th Wedding Anniversary
- Weiser Families In America Vol 1: 1997, Page 1756; GW36C4
Notes:
Oliver F. Wisser, of South Whitehall township, was born in that township, March 2, 1872. He has followed farming all his life. In 1900 he began farming where he now lives. His farm consists of 115 acres and was formerly known as the
Henninger homestead. In 1912 he purchased the Phaon Hummel farm of 65 acres, located near Crackersport. It is now cultivated by Edwin Wisser. The house upon the tract was built in 1800. That he is a man of prominence in his community is
evident from the fact that he has filled the following offices in his township: School Director, being President of the board for two years; tax collector and road commissioner. He filled the office of
Deacon for six years in the Jordan Lutheran Church.
(From the HISTORY OF LEHIGH COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA)
Wedding Anniversary - 50 years
Mr. and Mrs. Oliver F. Wisser
Newspaper dated August 23, 1940
The golden wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Oliver F. Wisser is being observed today at their home, 1826 Pennsylvania Street, Allentown, the couple having been married Aug 23, 1890, in the parsonage of the Fogelsville Reformed congregation by Rev. Edwin J. Fogel.
Mr. Wisser was born at Walberts, a son of the late Emanuel and Mary Krause Wisser. He was reared in South Whitehall Township, and attended the public school at Crackersport.
Mrs. Wisser who before her marriage was Amanda Hammel, daughter of the late James and Elizabeth, Gangewere Hammel, was born near Crackersport. She too attended the Crackersport school.
Mrs. Wisser has been a lifelong member of Jordan Reformed congregation at Walberts. Mr. Wisser in the early years was a member of Jordan Lutheran at Walberts, but has since become a member of Jordan Reformed.
Immediately after their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Wisser, moved to a farm on the Wennersville-Cetronia road not far from Crackersport and resided there until about 14 years ago,w hen they sold their farm to the late Gen. H. C. Trexler and came to the city to spend their remaining days.
They are the parents of seven children, Edwin, of Crackersport; Sevilla, wife of James Seidel of Troxells Crossing; Robert, of near Seipstown; Ma?,w ife of Floyd Merkle of Hamburg, James of Detroit, Mich. George, of Allentown, and Beulah, wife of Charles Weidner, of Weidner?s hotel near Wescosville. There are also grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Beulah, the youngest of the couple?s children, was born on her mother?s birthday anniversary.
The couple had planned to celebrate the golden wedding anniversary with a reunion of their 40 offspring but the serious illness of their daughter, Mary, who is in a Reading hospital, has precluded this.
Submitted by Sue Jones
http://www.pa-roots.org/data/read.php?503,432691,432691#msg-432691Oliver married Amanda Louisa HAMMEL 23 Aug 1890, Jordan, Lehigh, PA. Amanda (daughter of James HAMMEL and Lucy GANGEWERE) was born 6 Jan 1872, Crackersport, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; died 10 May 1941, Allentown, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, USA; was buried 14 May 1941, Jordan United Church of Christ Cemetery, Allentown, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 128. Beulah WISSER was born 1909; died 1996; was buried , Jordan United Church of Christ (formerly Jordan Reformed Church), Walberts, South Whitehall Twp., Lehigh County, Pa.
- 129. Mary Kate WISSER was born 4 Sep 1895, Pennsylvania, USA; died 23 Aug 1940, Pennsylvania, USA; was buried , Saint Johns Cemetery, Hamburg, Berks County, Pennsylvania, USA.
- 130. Sevilla Lucy Ann WISSER was born 6 Jul 1893, Pennsylvania, USA; was christened 30 Jul 1893, Jordan United Church of Christ, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania; died 3 Apr 2000.
- 131. Edwin James WISSER was born 25 Nov 1890; was christened 21 Dec 1890, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; died 10 Mar 1964.
- 132. Robert Emanuel WISSER was born 14 Apr 1897, South Whitehall Township, PA; died 20 Feb 1989, Salisbury Township, PA.
- 133. James Jacob WISSER was born 28 Jan 1901, South Whitehall Township, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; died 08 Jun 1981, Noxen, Penn; was buried Jun 1981, Bellevue Cemetary Mausoleum, Ontario, CA.
- 134. George W. WISSER was born 21 Feb 1906, Crackersport, PA; died 04 Dec 1993, Lehigh Valley Hosp, Salisbury Township.
83. Oscar E. WISSER (31.Emanuel3, 7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born 25 Dec 1876, PA; died 07 May 1935, (See notes). Other Events:
- Occupation: Teacher (see notes for more information)
- Obituary: May 1935, Walberts, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania; Oscar E. Wisser Newspaper dated ? The death early yesterday morning of Oscar E. Wisser, 58, a farmer at Walberts, was attributed to suicide by Deputy Coroner Dr. H. E. Guth, of Siegersville. Wisser while on his way to work in the fields yesterday morning stopped at the barn and hung himself with a hitching strap which was fastened to an extending beam just outside the barn. Born in South Whitehall township, a son of Emanuel and Mary, nee Krauss, Wisser, December 25, 1876, deceased resided there for a number of years. For the past twenty-nine years, he had been a resident of Walbert?s. Mr. Wisser was a teacher in the South Whitehall schools for eighteen years. Deciding to discontinue school work he went into the coal business at Walberts and operated successfully for some time. During the past several years he has done nothing but farming. He was a member of the Allen Lodge, I. O. O. F., Allentown. Surviving are his wife, Maria S. (Hunsicker) Wisser; four children, Sadie and Elmer, at home, Morris of Guth?s Station, and Herbert, Catasauqua; three sisters, Mrs. Milton Buchman, Kratzer, Mrs. Havey Stauffer, Troxell?s Crossing, and Mrs. E. J. Reichert, Cetronia; one brother, Oliver Wisser, this city. Rev. John L. Guth, pastor of Jordan Reformed Church will officiate at the funeral services of which due notice will be given. Brief services for the relatives will be held from his late home on Saturday at 2 p.m., daylight saving time, followed by public services in Jordan Reformed Church, Walberts, and interment in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing Friday from 7 to 9. Submitted by Sue Jones http://www.pa-roots.org/data/read.php?504,432692,432692#msg-432692
Notes:
Teacher in South Whitehall township, was born in that district Dec 25, 1876. He received his education in the public schools and the Millersville S. N. S. He began teaching in 1897; the greater part of his teaching was done in South Witehall.
In 1907 he succeeded his father in the coal business at Walberts, where he has since resided. He ownes the farm and house which was formerly owened by his father. He is a member of the Jordan Lutheran congregation which he served as deacon.
He is a member of Allen Lodge No. 71, I.O.O.F.,and Guthsville Camp 378, P.O.S. of A., which he served as chaplain. (from the HISTORY OF LEHIGH COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA - 1914)
Listed as "Teacher" on marriage License in 1902
Oscar E. Wisser
Newspaper dated ?
The death early yesterday morning of Oscar E. Wisser, 58, a farmer at Walberts, was attributed to suicide by Deputy Coroner Dr. H. E. Guth, of Siegersville. Wisser while on his way to work in the fields yesterday morning stopped at the barn and hung himself with a hitching strap which was fastened to an extending beam just outside the barn.
Born in South Whitehall township, a son of Emanuel and Mary, nee Krauss, Wisser, December 25, 1876, deceased resided there for a number of years. For the past twenty-nine years, he had been a resident of Walbert?s.
Mr. Wisser was a teacher in the South Whitehall schools for eighteen years. Deciding to discontinue school work he went into the coal business at Walberts and operated successfully for some time. During the past several years he has done nothing but farming. He was a member of the Allen Lodge, I. O. O. F., Allentown.
Surviving are his wife, Maria S. (Hunsicker) Wisser; four children, Sadie and Elmer, at home, Morris of Guth?s Station, and Herbert, Catasauqua; three sisters, Mrs. Milton Buchman, Kratzer, Mrs. Havey Stauffer, Troxell?s Crossing, and Mrs. E. J. Reichert, Cetronia; one brother, Oliver Wisser, this city.
Rev. John L. Guth, pastor of Jordan Reformed Church will officiate at the funeral services of which due notice will be given.
Brief services for the relatives will be held from his late home on Saturday at 2 p.m., daylight saving time, followed by public services in Jordan Reformed Church, Walberts, and interment in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing Friday from 7 to 9.
Submitted by Sue Jones
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Oscar married Maria Selenda HUNSICKER 24 May 1902, Fogelsville, Lehigh, Pennsylvania. Maria (daughter of Lewis Daniel HUNSICKER and Salanda E. TROXELL) was born 18 Apr 1879, Lehigh Co., PA; was christened 17 Nov 1894, Jordan Reformed Church; died Dec 1935, Walberts, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania; was buried , Jordan Reformed Church. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 135. Elmer O. WISSER was born 24 September, 1909.
- 136. Herbert Lewis Emanuel WISSER was born 19 Sep 1904; was christened 9 Oct 1904, Jordan United Church of Christ, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania.
- 137. Pauline WISSER
- 138. Sadie M. WISSER was born 1 Jun 1903.
- 139. Morris E. WISSER was born 27 Aug 1907, PA; died 1986.
84. Helen Louisa WISSER (32.William3, 7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born 11 Aug 1892; was christened 7 Sep 1892, Fullerton, Pennsylvania; died 7 Dec 1900. 85. Mabel Salome WISSER (32.William3, 7.Jacob2, 1.Johannes1) was born 26 Apr 1894, Whitehall Township (Lower Part), Lehigh, Pennsylvania; died 9 Nov 1989, Whitehall Pennsylvinia. Mabel — R.F. DECH. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 140. Robert DECH was born 1923, Whitehall, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, United States; died Apr 1972, Whitehall, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, United States.
- 141. Hazel DECH was born 3 Mar 1917, Whitehall, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; died 29 Feb 2004, Whitehall, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA.
86. Thomas Benjamin WIESER (39.Jonathan3, 9.Jonathan2, 1.Johannes1) was born 25 Mar 1870, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; died 16 Dec 1928, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA. Other Events:
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01B
Thomas married Matilda R. HOHL 1888. Matilda was born 3 Oct 1870, Whitehall, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, United States; died 6 Mar 1943, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 142. Martin Luther WIESER was born 2 Aug 1909, East Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA; died 9 Jun 1941, Allentown, Lehigh, Pennsylvania, USA.
87. Clarette Jane RITTER (40.Adelne3, 9.Jonathan2, 1.Johannes1) was born 14 May 1853. 88. Alvasta Hannah RITTER (40.Adelne3, 9.Jonathan2, 1.Johannes1) was born 4 Nov 1857. 89. Clinton David RITTER (40.Adelne3, 9.Jonathan2, 1.Johannes1) was born 4 Dec 1860. 90. Elenora RITTER (40.Adelne3, 9.Jonathan2, 1.Johannes1) was born c 1862. 91. Edwin W. WIESER (43.Henry3, 9.Jonathan2, 1.Johannes1) was born 4 Dec 1870, Pennsylvania, USA. Other Events:
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01B
92. Samuel Jonathan WISSER (45.Thomas3, 9.Jonathan2, 1.Johannes1) Other Events:
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01B
- Tree: USA Wisser Tree 01B
93. Frank WISSER (51.David3, 11.Daniel2, 1.Johannes1) Notes:
Pennsylvania, Probate Records, 1683-1994, Lehigh, Orphans' court dockets 1858-1872 vol 6-9, p. 615, #123 [FamilySearch image 341 of 1011]
July 4th 1864. The Petition of the subscribers, Heirs and legal representatives of Peter Roth late of the township of south Whitehall in the county of Lehigh, deceased was presented setting forth: That the said Peter Roth lately died intestate, leaving a widow to wit: Magdalena, and issue ten children to wit: Christitana the wife of Charles Ringer, Lydia Ann the wife of Solomon Roth, Sally ann the wife of Jacob Long, Justina the wife of Israel Frey, Edmund D. Roth, Polly Ann the wife of Henry Bankhard, Mary Roth, Henry Roth, Amanda Roth, and Alfred Roth, the last four named being still in their minority: Mary having Daniel Henninger for her Guardian, Henry having Henry Newhard for his guardian, Amanda having Reuben Newhard for her guardian and Alfred having Charles Ringer for his guardian; and four grand children to wit: Violetta Roth, Edwin Roth, Wilkison Roth, the children of his deceased son William Roth, and ***Franklin Wisser a son of his deceased daughter Eliza, *****all of whom are also in their minority; the said Violetta, edwin and Wilkison having james T. Borhek for their guardian, and the said *****Franklin Wisser having Reuben Helfrich for his guardian;****** and that the said intestate died seized in his demesne as of fee of and in the following Real Estate, to wit: No one, A certain Messuage Plantation and tract of land situate in the township of South Whitehall aforesaid, Bounded by lands of Jesse Reichard, George Case, Jacob G. Deshler, David Eberhard, Charles Henninger and others Containing one hundred and twenty acres and one hundred and fifteen perches strict measure be the same more or less. No 2. A certain Messuage Gristmill and tract of land situate in the same township Bounded by lands of Joseph Newhard, Reuben Newhard, Jeremiah E. Brady, Elizabeth Newhard, Edward Frankenfield and others, containing nine acres and eight perches, strict measure. And No 3. A certain Messuage Tavern House and tract of land situate in the same township, Bounded by lands of George Herbster, Jesse Grim, William H. Blumer, Joseph Newhard and others containing ten acres and thirteen perches strict measure with the appurtenances. Your Petitioners therefore pray the Court to appoint and order Daniel Frey, John Kratzer, Jacob G. Deshler, David Ludwig, Jacob Lazarus, Charles Beers, and Ephraim Wenner, (who have been chosen by your petitioners for that purpose) to make partition of the premises aforesaid to and among the children and representatives of the said Intestate in such manner and such proportions as by the laws of this commonwealth is directed; but if such partition cannot be made thereof as aforesaid, then to value and appraise the same and make report of their proceedings herein according to law And they will pray &c Magdelana [her mark] Roth, Polly Bankhardt, Sarah Long, Edmund D. Roth, Justinah Frey, Christianna Ringer, Charles Ringer Guar., Lydia Roth, James T. Borhek Guardian, Daniel Heninger Guar., Reuben Newhard Guardian, Henry Newhard Guardian, Reuben Helfrich Guardian. Which Petition having been read the Court Grant the Inquisition as prayed for, and appoint the above named men for the purpose prayed for94. Ida E. WISSER (51.David3, 11.Daniel2, 1.Johannes1) Ida — Daniel I. SCHREIBER. [Group Sheet]
95. Annie WISSER (51.David3, 11.Daniel2, 1.Johannes1) was born 1877, Whitehall, Lehigh, PA; died 1960. Annie — Charles HEFFLEFINGER. Charles was born 1877; died 1910. [Group Sheet]
Children:
- 143. Living HEFFLEFINGER
- 144. Mildred W. HEFFLEFINGER
- 145. Clarence David HEFFLEFINGER was born 1899; died 1938.
96. Mary WISSER (54.Daniel3, 11.Daniel2, 1.Johannes1) was born Abt 1869; died Yes, date unknown. Other Events:
- 1870 Census: Jul 1870, South Whitehall Township, PA; Age 1 - Living with parents.
- 1880 Census: Jun 1880, South Whitehall Township, PA; Age 11 - Living with Parents
97. Jane R. WISSER (54.Daniel3, 11.Daniel2, 1.Johannes1) was born Abt 1875; died Yes, date unknown. Other Events:
- 1880 Census: Jun 1880, South Whitehall Township, PA; Age 5 - Living with parents on 1880 census.