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PVT Frank Ernest Rother

Birth	:	23 Apr 1892 Wolbach, Greeley County, Nebraska, USA
Death	:	24 Oct 1918 France
Burial	:	Hillside Cemetery, Wolbach, Greeley County, USA
Coordinate	:	41.4005089, -98.3921356
Plot	:	Block 7, Lot 66
Description	:	From The Wolbach Messenger, Wolbach, Nebraska, Thursday, August 25, 1921, transcribed by Linda Berney: FRANK ROTHER BURIED WITH MILITARY HONORS – The mortal remains of Frank E. Rother which were brought here from France Saturday evening were laid in their final resting place in Hillside cemetery on Sunday afternoon. The ceremony was in charge of the American Legion post of Wolbach. Arriving at the school house grounds the casket was carried up between two columns of soldiers to the platform erected for the purpose of conducting the funeral services. At this time the band... Read More	From The Wolbach Messenger, Wolbach, Nebraska, Thursday, August 25, 1921, transcribed by Linda Berney: FRANK ROTHER BURIED WITH MILITARY HONORS – The mortal remains of Frank E. Rother which were brought here from France Saturday evening were laid in their final resting place in Hillside cemetery on Sunday afternoon. The ceremony was in charge of the American Legion post of Wolbach. Arriving at the school house grounds the casket was carried up between two columns of soldiers to the platform erected for the purpose of conducting the funeral services. At this time the band was playing Nearer My God to Thee. Rev. R. A. White and Rev. Philley conducted the funeral services and in well chosen words paid tribute to his memory and impressed upon the gathering the supreme sacrifice made by this hero. The choirs of the Lutheran and Methodist churches furnished the music. After the conclusion of the services, the body was conveyed to Hillside cemetery proceeded by the American flag, the guards, the Wolbach band, Troop commander, firing squad, ministers. Following the flag covered casket were the escort, company of soldiers, mourners in automobiles and friends of the dead hero. The ceremony at the grave was conducted by the American Legion, after which the firing squad fired three volleys over the grave. The bugler then sounded taps at the head of the grave which concluded the impressive ceremony. The services as conducted by the American Legion has elicited very favorable comment. Many members from surrounding towns assisted. The weather conditions were very favorable for the outside ceremony, which were attended by approximately 1,500. Frank Ernest Rother was born at Wolbach, Nebraska, April 23, 1892, and died some where in France, October 24, 1918, aged 26 years, 6 months and 1 day. His entire life except one year and three weeks was spent in Greeley county. The last year and three weeks of his life was spent in Camps Funston and Stewart and on the battlefields of France. He was baptized in the Lutheran church, March 17, 1983 (sic) by Rev. J. G. Hoh. He was confirmed by Rev. E. Bellman, March 31, 1907. He remained a member of Trinity Lutheran church of Wolbach and was represented on its service flag. He leaves to mourn the loss, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Earnest Rother, three brothers, George, Paul and Henry Rother, two sisters, Elsie and Minnie. He was the oldest member of the family. One brother, William preceded him to the great beyond. When the call came he responded nobly to his country's requirements and on October 5th, he bid farewell to his parents, brothers, sisters and many friends and entered the government service. He sailed for France in April, 1918. He belonged to Co. F. 4th U. S. Infantry. Frank Rother was a true, kind and loving son and brother. As a friend he was constant and true. As a soldier he was brave and unflinching. He manifested a true Christian spirit until the end, and on the bed of death he was thoughtful of his suffering comrades. "He fought the good fight, he finished the course, he kept the faith. He has received the crown of life." The stricken family have the sympathy of the entire community. CARD OF THANKS – We hereby desire to express our sincere thanks to the soldiers, sailors and friends who helped us in the great sorrow which came upon us thru the loss of our beloved son and brother. Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Rother and family.

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Where is PVT Frank Ernest Rother's memorial?
PVT Frank Ernest Rother's memorial is located at: Hillside Cemetery, Wolbach, Greeley County, USA.
When did PVT Frank Ernest Rother death?
PVT Frank Ernest Rother death on 24 Oct 1918 in France
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Latitude: 41.4005089
Longitude: -98.3921356

Family Members:

Parent

Frederick Ernest Rother

(1862 - 1948)

Minnie Lena Wagner Rother

(1866 - 1950)

Siblings

Wilhelm Rother

(1894 - 1894)

George F. H. Rother

(1895 - 1988)

Elsie Fredricka Christiana Rother Kolar

(1898 - 1995)

Paul Herman Rother

(1900 - 2004)

Henry Gustav Rother

(1903 - 1971)

Minnie Lena Rother Cordes

(1908 - 1981)

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