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Carl Johann Friedrich Kester

Birth	:	23 Apr 1838 Plau am See, Landkreis Ludwigslust-Parchim, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany
Death	:	18 Feb 1912 Clinton, Clinton County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Mellösa Kyrkogård, Mellosa, Flens kommun, Sweden
Coordinate	:	59.1000073, 16.5500845
Description	:	From Wolfe's History of Clinton County, Iowa, 1911: "One of the venerable and much liked citizens of Clinton, Iowa is Carl John Frederick Kester, a man of such superior ability in his chosen line and of such high attributes of character that to know him is to be his friend. Like many of the best citizens of this county, he is a native of Germany, having been born at Plau, on April 23, 1838. He was the son of Wilhelm and Gazina (Von Schwarneval) Kester. The father was a sturdy German, a cabinetmaker by trade, and taught... Read More	From Wolfe's History of Clinton County, Iowa, 1911: "One of the venerable and much liked citizens of Clinton, Iowa is Carl John Frederick Kester, a man of such superior ability in his chosen line and of such high attributes of character that to know him is to be his friend. Like many of the best citizens of this county, he is a native of Germany, having been born at Plau, on April 23, 1838. He was the son of Wilhelm and Gazina (Von Schwarneval) Kester. The father was a sturdy German, a cabinetmaker by trade, and taught the same to his son, Carl J.F., who became, like him, an expert, and worked with much success in various cities in the old country. He maintained a shop and a store in Berlin for a period of five years, but finally, deciding that America held larger opportunities for him, Carl J.F. Kester, in 1872, came to Clinton, Iowa and again worked at his trade, his services being in great demand when his skill became known, continuing until 1879, when he became an invalid. He first worked for Hobein Brothers, furniture makers, after coming here. Later he had a factory and store of his own on Fifth avenue, between First and Second streets, his machinery being operated by horse-power. He was an invalid for a period of twenty-eight years, this being brought on by overwork, it was supposed. One night all his pain and trouble appeared to settle in one leg and foot. During all the years of illness, he was unable to work, although at one time he was employed at the Curtis Brothers favorite, but it was not long until he was not able to do any work, even though every convenience was provided and every effort made to assist him. When some traveling doctors were here some years ago, Mr. Kester put his case in their hands and it is to them that he attributes the fact that he regained the use of his leg and foot. But although he recovered from the material ailments, the insidious hand of advancing age has been laid heavily upon him and, though he appears to be well and health, he no longer is able to do the fine carving, joining and finishing at which he was once a master. In his barn is stored the old horse-power machinery which he used in his furniture factory, together with many other well-made and once valuable articles used in his business. In his shop, a monument to the ability with which tools and apparatus were built in Germany years ago, are his work-bench, tools and other paraphernalia which he sometimes uses on odd jobs now. But they are practically useless now and the aged man handles them tenderly and lovingly. In fact nature has been far more gracious to the handiwork of the clever maker than to the maker himself. Politically, he is a Democrat and is a member of the Catholic church. Mr. Kester's first wife and children died in Germany. His second wife was Anna Mary Benker. Mr. Kester has a daughter, Welihimina, now the wife of Welhelm Faulendick, of Clinton; his other child, a son, William, lives in Rock Island, Illinois. A step into the dooryard of Mr. Kester, and further into his home, where he lives alone, is like a glimpse of the olden times. In the yard are many flowers, plants and vines. The house itself is of ancient design and the interior has that cool, restful atmosphere so familiar in the homes which are now most a memory, with the advance of modern conveniences. With all his trials and afflictions, Mr. Kester has borne his lot patiently and with rare fortitude and many could get a valuable lesson from his demeanor, being a pleasant and agreeable and a man whom everybody likes and is glad to do a favor."

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Where is Carl Johann Friedrich Kester's memorial?
Carl Johann Friedrich Kester's memorial is located at: Mellösa Kyrkogård, Mellosa, Flens kommun, Sweden.
When did Carl Johann Friedrich Kester death?
Carl Johann Friedrich Kester death on 18 Feb 1912 in Clinton, Clinton County, Iowa, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Carl Johann Friedrich Kester's memorial?
Latitude: 59.1000073
Longitude: 16.5500845

Family Members:

Spouse

Anna M. Schmidt Kester

(unknow - 1904)

Children

Minna Henriette Kester Vahlendick

(1865 - 1928)

Flowers:

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