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Fred Chester Ginther Sr.

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Birth	:	1 Aug 1885 Millersburg, Iowa County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	17 Jun 1910 Upham, McHenry County, North Dakota, USA
Burial	:	Millersburg Cemetery, Millersburg, Iowa County, USA
Coordinate	:	41.5744000, -92.1553000
Description	:	Obit - June, 1910 - Fred C. Ginther (AKA Fred C. Guenther) "Fred C. Ginther was born in Pilot township, Iowa County, Iowa, Aug. 1, 1885; died June 17th, 1910, aged 24 years, 10 months and 17 days. The greater part of his life was spent in this part of Iowa. He was united in marriage to Lena Chapman July 30th, 1905, after which he spent a few years in Green Valley. The first of March 1910 they moved to Upham, N.D., but it was not their lot to remain at this place for but a... Read More	Obit - June, 1910 - Fred C. Ginther (AKA Fred C. Guenther) "Fred C. Ginther was born in Pilot township, Iowa County, Iowa, Aug. 1, 1885; died June 17th, 1910, aged 24 years, 10 months and 17 days. The greater part of his life was spent in this part of Iowa. He was united in marriage to Lena Chapman July 30th, 1905, after which he spent a few years in Green Valley. The first of March 1910 they moved to Upham, N.D., but it was not their lot to remain at this place for but a short time, as it seems to have pleased the Divine Providence to call him from time to eternity. His death was due to a stroke of lightning. He was on his way home from work in the evening and had accepted an invitation to ride in the wagon with two strangers that had over-taken him. He was standing up behing them when he was struck down. The other parties only experienced severe shocks from which they shortly recovered. Though they were in sight of his home, they took him back to town to identify him as they did not know who he was. He had made a profession of religion early in life, uniting with the Brethern church at this place, and showed signs of earnest Christian effort. He had many difficulties and obstacles to overcome, and was not at all time satisfied with his Christian life, but was frank in confession and manifested a desire to be a good Christian man. Some of the characteristics for which be sould be commended are that he was kind and obedient to his parents, a good husband, industrious and ambitious. He leaves a companion, two little daughters less than four years of age, father, mother, brothers, sisters and many friends to mourn their loss. The largely attended funeral service at the Pleasant Grove church was conducted by the writer, John A. Myers" Also from newspaper June 1910: "Tuesday, Fred Guenther was buried at the Millersburg Cemetery. A large number of friends were present at the last sad rites." From North Dakota newspaper name & date unknown, would be around last of June of first part of July, 1910: "Killed by Lightning" "Fred Ginther was killed by lightningt near-Upham (ND)Friday evening. He was returning home from work, and had just got in a passing wagon to ride the rest of the way home. He was standing behind the seat in which the driver and another man were sitting, when the lightning struck a telephone pose by the side of the road, from which a current seems to have glanced off, striking Mr. Ginther and instantly killing him. One of the horses was knocked down, and one of the men jumped out to assist the horse in getting up before it was noticed that Mr. Ginther was killed. Mr Ginther came to Upham from North English, Iowa; last April to work for Mr. John Ebersole. Mr. Ginther has indeed met with a mysterious providence. It is an event that strikes terror and causes sadness to all men. He leaves a wife and two small children. The citizens of Upham, we are informed, promptly made up a generous purse for the widow. The body was shipped to North English, Iowa on Saturday morning's train, accompanied by the family." From newspaper near Upham, North Dakota: Late June 1910: "LIGHTNING KILLS MAN" "This community was deeply shocked last evening when it became known that Fred Ginther had been killed by a stroke of lightning. Mr. Ginther was on his way to his home, about one mile west of town, on foot, when he was taken up by Simon Peterson and Jake Wittmayer, who were returning to their homes with the former's team and heavy wagon. After riding only a short distance the lightning struck Mr. Ginther, killing him instantly. How Peterson and Wittmayer escaped death is miraculous as one of the horses knocked down and a hole tore through the wagon box. The dead man was immediately taken back to town and placed in the village hall. Dr. Godfey of Russell, eas summoned, after which an inquest was held over the remains. Fred Ginther, as near as we can learn up to the ime of going to press, was about 23 years old and has been in this community since last spring. He leaves a wife and two small children, who have the most sincere sympathy of all the people in this section in their sad bereavement." "The good will of the people of Upham was never better shown, we dare say; than when a paper was circulated last Saturday morning for the benefit of Mrs Fred Ginther, wife of the unfortunate man who was killed by lightning last Friday evening. In less than one hour our citizens had subscribed nearly $175 all of which was turned into cash and given to Mrs. Ginther as she boarded the train, with the remains of her husband, for North English, Iowa. This act of generosity upon the people of Upham again shows plainly that we are not living this life for our selves alone, but are willing at all times to help those in need." Newspaper in or near Upham, North Dakota: "To the People of Upham" Millersburg, Iowa June 27, 1910 "We, the parents and wife of the late Fred Ginther, who was killed near your town, desire to thank you for your kindness shown the widow and children and may God reward you." MR. and MRS. JOHN GINTHER MRS. FRED GINTHER They were the parents of three children: Gayle Alice Ginther b. July 6, 1906; Loretta May Ginther b. Oct. 22, 1908; Fred Chester Ginther, Jr. b. Jan. 9, 1911, after the death of his father.

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Where is Fred Chester Ginther Sr.'s memorial?
Fred Chester Ginther Sr.'s memorial is located at: Millersburg Cemetery, Millersburg, Iowa County, USA.
When did Fred Chester Ginther Sr. death?
Fred Chester Ginther Sr. death on 17 Jun 1910 in Upham, McHenry County, North Dakota, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Fred Chester Ginther Sr.'s memorial?
Latitude: 41.5744000
Longitude: -92.1553000

Family Members:

Parent

John Newton Ginther

(1858 - 1930)

Celia Adelaide Van Dyke Ginther

(1866 - 1944)

Spouse

Siblings

(unknow - unknow)

Eva Estella “Stell” Ginther Weldon

(1887 - 1964)

(unknow - unknow)

Catherine Delila Ginther

(1897 - 1898)

Della Adelaide “Dellie” Ginther Forrester

(1900 - 1970)

Children

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Nearby Cemetories:

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Coordinate: 41.5744000, -92.1553000

2. Dedmore Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.5916730, -92.1668474

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6. Community Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.5790000, -92.2151000

7. Campbell Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.5539017, -92.0942001

8. Mount Zion Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.5318985, -92.2014008

9. Armah Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.5314000, -92.2121000

10. Thomas Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.5049000, -92.1180000

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Coordinate: 41.5186000, -92.0858000

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Coordinate: 41.6300011, -92.0849991

13. Lutton Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.4963989, -92.1342010

14. White Pigeon Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.4919014, -92.1710968

15. Saint Johns Lutheran Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.6184100, -92.2522600

16. Porter Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.4963989, -92.2093964

17. Longstreth Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.6267014, -92.2544022

18. Clothier Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.5331268, -92.0418243

19. Yankee Point Cemetery
Parnell, Iowa County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5499992, -92.0177994

20. Smith Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.6739006, -92.2221985

21. Vincent Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.4986207, -92.0335102

22. South English Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.4672012, -92.0860977

23. Sorden Cemetery
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Coordinate: 41.4575005, -92.1905975

24. Genoa Bluffs Cemetery
Genoa Bluff, Iowa County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6944500, -92.1435000