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Elmer E Eichelberger

Birth	:	14 Mar 1866 Muscatine County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	24 Apr 1955 Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Lettsville Cemetery, Letts, Louisa County, USA
Coordinate	:	41.3278800, -91.2287400
Description	:	Name: ELMER E. EICHELBERGER Source of Obituary: "THE MUSCATINE JOURNAL and NEWS-TRIBUNE", Muscatine, Iowa, Monday, April 25, 1955 E. Eichelberger Funeral Rites Are Arranged-----Rites are planned Wednesday at the Ralph J. Wittich Funeral Home for Elmer E. Eichelberger, 89, lifelong resident of Seventy-Six township, who died at 11:30 a.m. Sunday at Muscatine County hospital, after a three weeks illness with a heart ailment. The Rev. D. R. Allbaugh, pastor of the Mulford Congregational church, will officiate. Burial will be at the Letts cemetery. Mr. Eichelberger was born March 14, 1866, in Muscatine county, the son of Levi Merkel and Mary Ann Eichelberger.... Read More	Name: ELMER E. EICHELBERGER Source of Obituary: "THE MUSCATINE JOURNAL and NEWS-TRIBUNE", Muscatine, Iowa, Monday, April 25, 1955 E. Eichelberger Funeral Rites Are Arranged-----Rites are planned Wednesday at the Ralph J. Wittich Funeral Home for Elmer E. Eichelberger, 89, lifelong resident of Seventy-Six township, who died at 11:30 a.m. Sunday at Muscatine County hospital, after a three weeks illness with a heart ailment. The Rev. D. R. Allbaugh, pastor of the Mulford Congregational church, will officiate. Burial will be at the Letts cemetery. Mr. Eichelberger was born March 14, 1866, in Muscatine county, the son of Levi Merkel and Mary Ann Eichelberger. He was first married to ELVA LONGSTRETH and her death occurred Oct. 6, 1894. His second marriage was to IDA KATE WALTS and she died on March 23?, 1932. He married Mrs. ELEONOR WEIR on Oct. 31, 1940. Residing on rural route 5, he was engaged in farming for many years. He was a member of the Elks lodge. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Eleanor Eichelberger; four sons, Frank E.. rural route 1, Muscatine, O. Earl, Muscatine, and Milton E. and Levi W., both of rural route 5; one daughter, Mrs. Gladys E. Stone, Denver, Colo.; 15 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. Among those preceding him in death were seven sisters and four brothers. ------------------------------------ Source: History of Muscatine County Iowa, Volume II, Biographical, 1911, page 285 E. E. EICHELBERGER: Among the prosperous farmers of Muscatine county is E. E. Eichelberger, who owns five hundred and thirty-eight acres of land, which he acquired through the application of principles that lead to success in all legitimate industries. Born on the place where he now lives, March 14, 1866, he early became thoroughly acquainted with the details of farm work and management, and few men in Muscatine county have displayed better judgement in handling a business which calls for an alert mind and ability to direct others so as to produce the best results. Mr. Eichelberger is a son of LEVEI and MARY EBERSOLE EICHELBERGER both of whom were born in Pennsylvania. The father came to Muscatine county, Iowa, in 1844, but after several years returned to Pennsylvania. However he was again attracted west and early in the ' 50s he entered land in Muscatine county, and became one of its energetic farmers. He was called away July 10, 1906, his beloved wife having been summoned from earthly scenes August 24, 1895. They were laid to rest in Letts cemetery. There were twelve children in their family, ten of whom are now living: Galena, who became the wife of Isaiah IDLE and departed this life November 4, 1897; Clay, now living at Boulder, Colorado; Henrietta, the wife of L. M. CECIL, of Muscatine county; Scott, deceased; Frank, of South Dakota; Priscilla, the wife of W.F. HOFFMEYER of Sioux City, Iowa; Irene, now Mrs. William LAKE, of Lake township, Muscatine county; Winfield, of South Dakota; Alvira, the wife of J. C. WATTS, of Muscatine county; Myra A., now Mrs. Chester FOLMER, of Colorado; E. E., our subject and Lillie, the wife of H. B. HOFFMEYER, of Muscatine county. The subject of this review was reared upon the home farm and received his education in the district schools. He continued with his parents until he reached manhood and then began farming upon his own account by renting land. By good management he was able about 1897 to purchase the home farm of one hundred and sixty acres on section 5, Seventy-six township. later he acquired one hundred and thirty-three acres on section 30, Lake township, and two hundred and forty acres on sections 32 and 33, the same township, all of which he has improved and brought to a high degree of cultivation. He raises the cereals best adapted to soil and climate, but makes a specialty of raising and feeding stock of all kinds, as he understands the markets and the grades of stock most in demand, he generally receives the best prices that are offered. On the 27th of October, 1886, Mr. Eichelberger was united in marriage to Miss ELVA V LONGSTRETH, a native of Muscatine county and a daughter of Oliver and Nancy (DEVELS) Longstreth, both of whom are now deceased. They were the parents of nine children. Three children were born to Mr. and Mrs. ELVA Eichelberger, Frank E., Oliver Earl and Elva G., all of whom are at home. The mother of these children died October 6, 1894, and was buried in Letts cemetery. She was a woman of excellent qualities and won the friendship respect of all with whom she came in contact. On December 1, 1897, Mr. Eichelberger was again married, the lady of his choice being Miss IDA KATE WALTS, who was born in Muscatine county, and is a daughter of John G. and Louisa A. Walts, a record of whom appears elsewhere in this work. By his second marriage Mr. Eichelberger has two sons: Milton E., born may 21, 1899; and Levi Walts, December 9, 1904. Mr. Eichelberger is a man of unusual determination and energy and one who generally carries to completion anything he undertakes. He is now in the midst of a useful career, which promises even larger results in the future than in the past. He is a supporter of the democratic party and, although he has never sought political office, he has served with credit as trustee of the township for two terms and also as member of the school board. Mrs. Eichelberger is a valued member of the Methodist Episcopal church and has been a constant support to her husband in all undertakings, having for their aim the permanent welfare of those with whom they are associated.

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Elmer E Eichelberger's memorial is located at: Lettsville Cemetery, Letts, Louisa County, USA.
When did Elmer E Eichelberger death?
Elmer E Eichelberger death on 24 Apr 1955 in Iowa, USA
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Latitude: 41.3278800
Longitude: -91.2287400

Family Members:

Parent

Levi Merkel Eichelberger

(1822 - 1906)

Mary Ann Ebersole Eichelberger

(1823 - 1895)

Spouse

Elva Longstreth Eichelberger

(1863 - 1894)

Ida Kate Walts Eichelberger

(1861 - 1932)

Siblings

Galena Eichelberger Idle

(1848 - 1897)

Henrietta Eichelberger Cecil

(1850 - 1937)

Scott Eichelberger

(1852 - 1858)

Frank Eichelberger

(1855 - 1922)

Myra Della Eichelberger Fullmer

(1864 - 1952)

Lillie Belle Eichelberger Hoffmeyer

(1868 - 1922)

Children

Eleanor A Eichelberger

(1881 - 1959)

Frank E. Eichelberger

(1887 - 1978)

Oliver Earl Eichelberger

(1889 - 1980)

Elva Gladys Eichelberger Stone

(1893 - 1973)

Milton Elmer Eichelberger

(1899 - 1974)

Levi Watts Eichelberger

(1904 - 1991)

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Letts, Louisa County, USA
Coordinate: 41.3278800, -91.2287400

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Letts, Louisa County, USA
Coordinate: 41.3335991, -91.1986008

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Coordinate: 41.3583589, -91.3001551

8. Ardon Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.3849983, -91.1958008

9. Grandview Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.2783012, -91.1742020

10. Thompson Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.2633018, -91.2260971

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Coordinate: 41.3897018, -91.2861023

12. Indian Creek Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.2552986, -91.2593994

13. Schmeltzer Cemetery
Conesville, Muscatine County, USA
Coordinate: 41.3580000, -91.3220000

14. Cedar-Bethel Cemetery
Fredonia, Louisa County, USA
Coordinate: 41.3272018, -91.3302994

15. Houtz Cemetery
Muscatine County, USA
Coordinate: 41.4150009, -91.1999969

16. Mount Hope Cemetery
Grandview, Louisa County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2374992, -91.2157974

17. Saint Johns Cemetery
Muscatine County, USA
Coordinate: 41.4199982, -91.2144012

18. Island Cemetery
Fruitland, Muscatine County, USA
Coordinate: 41.3588982, -91.1117020

19. Fredonia Cemetery
Fredonia, Louisa County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2771988, -91.3339005

20. Conesville Cemetery
Conesville, Muscatine County, USA
Coordinate: 41.3867000, -91.3392000

21. Louisa County Farm Cemetery
Port Louisa, Louisa County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2326470, -91.1708070

22. Hardman Cemetery
Wapello, Louisa County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2250294, -91.1862609

23. Brockway Cemetery
Conesville, Muscatine County, USA
Coordinate: 41.4063988, -91.3300018

24. High Prairie Cemetery
Muscatine, Muscatine County, USA
Coordinate: 41.4284000, -91.1660000